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B.C.’s aboriginal relations minister believes it’s time to resolve the logging dispute at Browns Creek. The Okanagan Indian Band has asked the federal and provincial governments to appoint negotiators in the conflict between it and Tolko Industries. “It’s something I’d be interested in discussing with Chief Fabian Alexis,” Abbott told the The Morning Star. “It’s a positive and constructive step by Chief Alexis and I welcome the request. I hope this is a bit of an olive branch on the part of the band in trying to reach a negotiated resolution.” Abbott says he wants to meet with Alexis as soon as possible.
“I hope this is a bit of an olive branch.” — George Abbott The band established a camps at Browns Creek in October to gather archeological evidence and prevent Tolko from logging. A judge ruled in January that the band can’t interfere with harvesting. But the camp was re-established a month ago because of concerns logging may negatively impact the community’s watershed. A judge has ruled the protest must be removed. The band is also seeking action
from federal Indian Affairs Minister Chuck Strahl, but MP Colin Mayes doesn’t believe there is a role for Ottawa to play at this time. “I’ve talked to the minister (Strahl) and he’s talked to his provincial counterpart. The message he received is this is a provincial issue and if they need assistance, they’d contact the minister,” said Mayes. “It’s up to Minister Abbott if he wants participation from the
federal minister.” Mayes says Tolko has followed a process established by the province and the courts, but adds the dispute can’t be ignored. “It would be good for all parties to sit down but there has to be a willingness to resolve it,” he said. Alexis insists the onus is on the federal and provincial governments to get involved. “The fact is that it is the province that created this conflict by taking the watershed that supplies our community’s drinking water and selling it off as a tree farm license in the 1960s,” he said. Tolko is awaiting details on what form of negotiations the band wants. “We can’t resolve land and title issues and the governments can
resolve that,” said Murray Wilson, Okanagan woodlands manager. “We’ve never been opposed to discussions.” While logging at Browns Creek is currently on hold, Wilson says the company is still looking at harvesting timber this spring. “We’ve had court rulings and followed those impartial decisions,” he said. The band was expected to be in court Friday to appeal the judge’s decision to remove the blockade, but that bid was withdrawn. Both sides will be back in court April 9 to discuss the archeological assessment at Browns Creek. According to Alexis, the blockade will remain in place. “We’ve said no logging in the watershed,” he said.
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Nikki Mulder holds up her son Alexander, six months, beside her friend Kristin Gudeit with her daughter Isabella, five months, as they listen to story time at the Vernon library.
RCMP officer enters guilty plea ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
A Vernon Mountie still faces an internal code of conduct review after pleading guilty in provincial court Thursday to refusing to provide a breath sample. Const. Jody Turpin was fined $1,000 and had his driver’s licence suspended for one year as a result of an incident in December 2009. Because he pled guilty to refusing to provide a breath sample, a stay of proceedings was issued by Crown counsel on an impaired driving charge. Sgt. Rob Vermeulen, senior media relations officer for the RCMP’s B.C. division, said senior management will make the decision on Turpin’s future following the internal code of conduct review. “They can go by formal or informal discipline,� said Vermeulen. “If they decide on formal disci-
pline, that means there would be a hearing before an adjudication board. Consequences at their disposal could be a written reprimand, loss of pay, loss of rank, right up to dismissal.� Turpin is still posted to administrative duties at the Vernon detachment, and Vermeulen said that will continue for some time. “At some point a decision will be made on returning to operational duties, but keep in mind he has a licence suspension for one year,� he said. “They might look at foot or bike patrol, but that’s a decision that would be made by senior detachment management.� Turpin was arrested Dec. 19 after Vernon RCMP found him behind the wheel of his own personal vehicle in the downtown core at 2:30 a.m. The RCMP suspected he was about to drive while impaired.
There’s no guarantees that the provincial government will pump $10 million into cashstrapped apple growers. That’s the word coming from Eric Foster, Ve r n o n - M o n a s h e e MLA, after the B.C. Fruit Growers Association sought financial assistance from Agriculture Minister Steve Thomson Wednesday. “It’s been a tough couple of years for them. We’ll certainly have to look at it,� said Foster. “If there was a bottomless pit of money, we’d fix everything but we don’t. There are also other industries in difficult shape.� Okanagan orchardists have been negatively impacted in recent years by poor weather conditions and crumbling returns. In the case of the 2009 apple crop, the average price for all varieties is 13 cents a pound while the cost of production is 22.5 cents. “They’re in tough shape and I have empathy for the fruit growers,� said Foster. “I’m very reluctant to support subsidies for business but they’re in tough shape and an important part of the economy.� Growers have indicated that the $10 million in emergency assistance is required to keep growers solvent so they can begin preparations for the 2010 crop such as pruning, thinning
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Growers are seeking provincial government funds. and chemical applications. The BCFGA has also asked Thomson to file a claim to a provincial/ federal insurance program. Growers have stated in the past that there were promises of support programs when the Agricultural Land Reserve was formed in the 1970s but they haven’t materialized. Foster isn’t aware of any commitments that
may have been made to growers, but he admits policies have had an impact. “They are to a certain degree hamstrung by the land reserve,� he said. The BCFGA also wants long-term issues addressed such as possible trade action against countries that dump apples in the country and creating a national marketing board for apples.
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that could undermine money generated by One politician is user fees. concerned water utility “The consequences revenue could evaporate of this will significantly under strict impact our restrictions. budget,” he The North said. Okanagan “ We ’r e Regional going to conDistrict is serve water already forebut there are casting tight fiscal conseconservation quences.” Gyula Kiss rules this sumK i s s mer because of believes stage a dry winter, but direc- two restrictions — irritor Gyula Kiss insists gating twice a week — Morning Star Staff
could lead to a $2 million deficit. “How will we recover that?” he said. Beyond stage three restrictions (once a week) and stage four (no watering) possibly worsening the situation, Kiss says higher utility fees could lead to less consumption, forcing revenue down even further. Staff aren’t convinced there will be a problem. “It’s not our expec-
tation that we will see a significant revenue decline because of increased rates,” said David Sewell, finance general manager. If a deficit were to occur, Sewell says a plan would be created to cover that situation and one possible option would be reserves. Kiss believes user fees create competing objectives between income and conservation, so taxation should be used for capital improve-
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Funding is being sought to fertilize plans for a community garden. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will apply to the Union of B.C. Municipalities for $10,000 to develop a community garden at the former West Vernon school. “There’s a group of people that want to work on this,” said director Mike Gavinchuk. The grant would go towards enhancements to the garden including construction of a garden shed, paving stones, Mike Gavinchuk watering equipment, a picnic table and garden beds that are wheelchair accessible. “It is expected that this garden will be well used by the significant senior population in the surrounding area and, for this reason, would benefit from the proposed enhancements which would make the garden more accessible for wheelchairs and limited mobility users,” said Tannis Nelson, community development co-ordinator, in a written report. Use of the West Vernon site has been approved in principle by the Vernon School District’s board of trustees.
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He’s shared it with seniors, staff and patients at Hospice House and even with his wife Vicki’s girl’s club. Now, City of Vernon deputy fire chief Lawrie Skolrood is sharing the Olympic torch he carried on the back of an antique fire truck along Kalamalka Road in Coldstream during his 300-metre portion of the recent Olympic Torch Relay. Skolrood is donating the torch and his other relay items to the Greater Vernon Museum and Archives. “It just made sense to me to have it in a place where people can come and see it,” said Skolrood, who has taken the torch to show seniors at local homes, as well as Hospice. “What surprised me was how excited people got when they got a chance to see the torch up close.” Chosen to be part of the relay on Jan. 26 when the torch made its way through the North Okanagan, Skolrood asked to be able to do his portion on the back of the fire truck. His request was accommodated as long as the truck could keep up to the Olympic vehicle in front of it. Having an authentic Olympic
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with the learning and the history is the ability to actually see a torch right in front of them. “The ability to see what they are learning about takes on a whole new meaning.” Skolrood also donated his Olympic Torch Relay white track suit and toque, and special red Canadian Olympic mittens – the maple leaf insignia on the mittens’ palms were rubberized to help hold the slippery torch – to the museum, which will all be part of a display on the historic event.
GVAC considers grant for Vertigo RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
There appears to be interest in permanent taxpayer support for a cultural organization. The North Okanagan Artists Alternative has asked the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee for ongoing funding for Gallery Vertigo. “It’s something the committee needs to look at. The arts are an important part of our community,” said Wayne Lippert, GVAC chairman. “Gallery Vertigo has proven to be a function worth supporting.” Director Mike Macnabb is also impressed with the activities provided by Gallery Vertigo. “Personally I think it’s a good idea but ongoing funding is always an issue,” he said. For the first time ever, GVAC has budgeted $15,000 for Gallery Vertigo in 2010 but there is no guarantee that assistance will continue in subse-
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inance Minister Colin Hansen’s PowerPoint presentation for the provincial budget included a slide showing “refocused” spending on resource ministry services. These “dirt ministries,” as they are known around the Legislature, are taking a $320 million cut in operating spending over the next three years, while spending continues to climb almost as fast as usual in “people ministries,” notably Health Services and Education. The Forests and Range ministry takes about half of that, with smaller cuts at Agriculture, Community and Rural Development; Energy, Mines and Tom Fletcher Petroleum Resources and Transportation and Infrastructure. The Ministry of Environment isn’t mentioned in the slide show, presumably because it’s about keeping the people above the dirt. But one of Hansen’s many budget charts shows spending there is set to decline by three per cent after this year and stay at that level until at least 2013. The reduction at environment is proportionally bigger than the other ministries, except forests, where the cut is twice as deep at six per cent. With forest harvesting down by half from historical levels, it’s natural there will be reduced ministry inspections and permits. But the question was soon asked, when do the cuts start to impair the government’s ability to protect the 90 per cent of B.C. that is Crown land? Not now, according to Premier Gordon Campbell. “We’ve made it clear for a number of months now that we intend to be smarter, we intend our processes to be simpler, and we’ve talked about having one process for one project,” Campbell said on budget day. Forests Minister Pat Bell has been making a series of much-ignored announcements about something called FrontCounter BC, which offers “single window service” for natural
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resource companies seeking permits. This is the approach Campbell and Environment Minister Barry Penner point to when beseeching the federal government to bring some kind of efficiency into the vast make-work project that is federal environmental assessment. Critics will note that this all comes at a time when the B.C. Liberals are pushing for big industrial development. Their ambitious energy grid plan not only hooks up Alaska and California to a broad swath of new hydro, wind and wood-waste power generation, it seeks to wire up vast areas for mining, shale gas and pipeline works. Urban environmentalists will cry doom, because that’s their business model, but they should make their case with specifics. Whether it’s a coal mine, a gas field, a runof-river hydro project or a forest cutblock, the most invasive part of industrial work is usually road-building. The province is criss-crossed with new and old logging roads (now called resource roads), and we have a long legacy of watershed damage from roads that isolate or foul fish habitat. Roads and culverts can be built and maintained properly in almost any situation, and new projects can even rehabilitate roads that were bulldozed through before wildlife habitat was given much thought. I spoke with B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair, one of the dozens of “stakeholders” who descend on the budget lockup in Victoria each year. He homed in quickly on the resource ministry cuts, pointing to a loss of well-paid government jobs in the very communities hit hardest by the forest industry downturn. If you ask the forest companies, what’s left of them, they say they are being dragged down not only by bad commodity markets but by runaway local taxation. It’s great to have well-paid jobs tending the arena built with industrial tax revenues, and well-paid inspectors in provincial ministries, but you can’t have those if the industry is gone. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
The provincial government is doing all it can to convince people that the HST is a good thing. In his budget speech, Finance Minister Colin Hansen took pains to emphasize that every penny collected from the HST will go to paying for health services. This is the first time the government made a link between the two, and not surprisingly, most people consider it to be meaningless. Taxpayers know that health care is expensive — the B.C. Liberals have made that point dozens of times — and they know the province has limited means at its dispoal to fund it. Those are taxes, both income and sales; Medical Services Plan premiums; and federal transfer payments. Dr. Jack Mintz of the University of Calgary recently visited B.C. to release a study he’d done on the impact of the HST. He said it would create 113,000 jobs over the next 10 years, because it would free up business capital to make investments. The business community, with a few notable exceptions, has also endorsed this reasoning. Business leaders say that with reduced costs, they will lower prices and expand their businesses. All of these pro-HST arguments are being made as former premier Bill Vander Zalm embarks on a campaign to have enough people sign an initiative that would force the provincial government to put the HST to a province-wide vote. The campaign formally begins on April 6. The initiative rules are very challenging, and if Vander Zalm succeeds, it will be the first time such a petition drive has been successfully completed. But the anger at the HST has not gone away since last summer, because most consumers feel they will be paying more for no purpose. The next few months will prove very interesting as pro-HST and anti-HST rhetoric heats up. — Langley Times
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'm not a big supporter of the harmonized sales tax or of any taxes. However, I am even less supportive of people who loudly protest something based on misinformation. Retailers who have not charged provincial sales tax on exempt items still incurred PST expenses as a part of doing business. PST was paid on everything from the property (purchase or lease) to utilities, display stands, till tape and perhaps even the wholesale goods themselves. Do you think those retailers swallowed those costs? Of course not. Whether you realize it or not, whether you admit it or not, consumers have already been paying PST on so-called exempt items - as a hidPARK SUPPORTED I support the city's plan to demolish the downtown medical clinic buildings and convert the land to a park. It shows forward planning. Vernon isn't a small town anymore and we need to look for ways to make the city more livable. It is inevitable that there will be more apartments and condominiums downtown. With increased density it becomes crucial to have open spaces such as walkways and parks. The usefulness of a park at the site of the medical clinic is greatly enhanced by its continuity to the civic centre and Cenotaph Park and opens possibilities of longer pathways for walking. The time to put in the park is now. Putting in another parking lot is a retro step — a kind of 1950s ode to cars. We've since learned that adding parking lots does not enhance livability. Cities are for people. Having pleasant spaces in which to walk will attract more people to the idea of living downtown and would create a downtown community. Living downtown and walking to work or to nearby restaurants and stores - imagine that. Ehor Shklanka BRIDGE NEEDED After reading all of the sugges-
den cost rather than an up-front one. The food and beverage industry has me particular incensed with their anti-HST
tions about the crosswalk at the hospital, does it not make sense to build an overhead pedestrian bridge the same as they have over the freeways so trucks, etc. do not have to try to stop for a traffic light. Eleanor McNaughton IN RESPONSE How absolutely delightful to find the humour piece in The Morning Star (MP continues to work despite proroguing of Parliament - 2/17/10). There were several quotes from Mr. Mayes that elicited a chuckle from me - "If this job doesn't keep me busy, I'll go do something else," and "My hand doesn't shake when I receive my pay cheque." And, "It's something you have to believe we're doing on behalf of the citizens." The real howler, though, was the statement in which Mr. Mayes (in justifying the $157,000 per year, the 64 plane tickets for travel anywhere in Canada, the $25,000 tax-free expense allowance and the pension after six years as an MP) enumerates the duties that have kept him "working" while Parliament is prorogued. He tells us, "There was the Olympic torch relay, meetings in my office, the Winter Carnival last night, Jacquie and I were at the queens' excellence program in Vernon, the coronation
campaign. Margins are so slim in that business, you know that the PST they pay is already worked into the menu price.
of the queen last night, tomorrow Jacquie and I are going to kick off the Vernon Winter Carnival, tomorrow morning we're in the parade." Now call me dense but I can't, for the life of me, figure out how Mr. Mayes and his wife attending these events can be construed by anyone to be the tale of an elected MP being on the job. I admit that "meetings in my office" could be read many different ways; including it in the list of Vernon Winter Carnival revelry makes me believe it probably wasn't serious constituency business. I, personally, don't feel like any of the above describes someone working on my behalf. Mark Levey CLIMATE EVIDENCE I recently read your featured letter to the editor, "Scientific Consensus Exists," co-authored by Doctors Berg, Corbett and Best from UBC-Okanagan. The climate change debate has spawned letters and comments from many, including our federal MP, Colin Mayes. Unfortunately, some have failed to recognize the compelling evidence put forward by the scientific community. I believe the authors of this letter have made a very clear case for our support of these findings.
Retailers who sell items or provide services that have been PST exempt should be upfront and honest. The initial price of their goods and services can be lower once the hidden tax is removed, with the tax then applied at the till. There is a benefit to these retailers that those in not in business management may not be aware of. Now that both GST and PST are charged to all goods and services, the retailers are able to apply those costs against what they in turn pay to the government. It's a straight in-and-out item on their ledger sheets. If you think about it, HST makes the entire system more transparent and honest. Brenda Giesbrecht
Also, it is hoped our legislators will use the same measure of sciencebased fact instead of denial and act upon this information in an expeditious manner. Recently, a young poet from the Okanagan spoke to a world audience from the Olympic stage with his poem, We Are More, and in a line that defines this issue for many of us, said, "Because we believe in generations beyond our own." Surely our grandchildren have the right to expect nothing less. Harvey Gee OPPOSES TAX The harmonized sales tax is being rammed down our throats through top-secret, back room meetings involving an incentivetype bribe of our federal money right after a provincial election that was won by campaigning against it. Now the federal government is spending our money on HST training courses even before the province has had their official say about this HST being forced on grassroots majority voters. This just goes to show what these federal/provincial governments really think of the grassroots majority voters. I am calling on the federal/ provincial governments to let the majority grassroots voters decide
on the outcome. It would also be nice to see progress on applications to public funding for people-powered proper, legitimate oppositions of federal/provincial governments' policy enforcements and public access to the documented truths. Bruce Gurnsey
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Public demand to access local lakes is the driving force behind a proposed study. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will pursue a consultant to review the current status of boat launches and future needs on Okanagan and Kalamalka lakes. “We need to look at capacities and any environmental impacts,” said director Doug Dirk. “It will be valuable information for everyone.” The terms of reference for the study are an inventory of boat launches, projecting the demand for boat access over the next 20 years, providing recommendations on how to meet public demands and surveying the public to determine satisfaction on boat access. The process will also provide recommenda-
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Area housing sales on the upswing Morning Star Staff
Real estate activity in February improved over the early part of 2009 as the market continues to gain momentum. Overall sales of 97 units in February rose 31 per cent compared to the units sold in 2009 (74) and they were up 26 per cent from the 77 sold in January. “The economy in the North Okanagan continues to strengthen as manufacturing and commercial activity picks up, and consumer confidence rises,” said Rob Shaw, Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board director. “It is encouraging to see multiple offers on properties
“Activity in the North Okanagan has remained robust.” — Rob Shaw once again and more choice available for buyers. New listings have improved 27 per cent over last year at this time (from 305 to 389) and have increased 12 per cent over January (348).” Total residential sales in February increased by 15 per cent over last year (74 from 64) and rose 14 per cent from January (65). Single-family units sold
were up 19 per cent over February 2009 (44 from 37) and rose 10 per cent from January (40). Townhouse sales improved 45 per cent over last year (16 compared to 11) and 100 per cent over January (8). “While sales in other B.C. markets have slowed during the past few months – especially in February as people stayed home to watch the Olympics, activity in the
North Okanagan has remained robust,” said Shaw. “Affordability driven by low mortgage rates and relatively attractive house prices will continue to bring first-time and move-up buyers into the local market, and entice potential investment and recreation buyers into the valley.” Shaw added that the unseasonably warm weather has already resulted in the appearance of more Albertan license plates than last year and much earlier than usual. “Pending changes to mortgage criteria, HST and possibly higher interest rates could generate more short-term interest on all fronts during the coming months.”
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the Lumby RCMP. The first reports Public assistance continues to be sought involved two vehiafter a rash of thefts in cles parked at the Lumby and Cherryville. Twin Creeks Motel in Lumby. On March “A ham6, the police mer used to received smash the reports of six windows and vehicle-relatgain entry ed thefts in was located at the area. the scene and “I would items were surmise that stolen from the same perHenry Proce both vehicles,” son or persons said Proce. are responsible Also on March 6, for all of these crimes and we are seeking any- there were three thefts automobiles one with information from to come forward,” said across from the golf Cpl. Henry Proce, with course on Highway 6 in
Cherryville. “Backcountry skiers park their vehicles here for days at a time while they are transported to the lodge in the Monashee Mountains,” said Proce. “A similar method was used in these thefts as the culprits used a rock to smash out the car windows and steal what they wanted.” A 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche pickup was also stolen from the golf course area. “They again gained entry by smashing out the rear and passenger windows with a large
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Lumby RCMP officers were recently faced with a tense situation. While responding to a family disturbance at a rural location March 9 at 10:30 a.m., police became aware of an individual allegedly armed with a rifle inside the residence. “Deadly force was avoided when the sus-
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A Kamloops group will focus its efforts on completing Armstrong’s official community plan review. Focus Corporation was the successful bidder to undertake the process. “We had eight proposals sent to us to do the OCP review,” said Armstrong Mayor Chris Pieper. “Staff shortlisted that group to three. We interviewed them and selected Focus Corporation. “All three groups’ presentations were very well done.” The Kamloops organization beat out groups from Kelowna and Vancouver. Besides their presentation, Focus also came in with the lowest bid at $49,750, to complete the undertaking which is
“They have some interesting ideas.” — Chris Pieper expected to begin this month and take about a year. One of the things that impressed Armstrong staff about Focus’s proposal was its call to go out to the community, rather than have the community to come to their group. “They have some interesting ideas for involving the public,” said Pieper. “They plan on getting the community involved in the OCP. Instead of hosting an open house, they want to go into the
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Armstrong trail signs will aid with visibility ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Residents looking for off-road walking trails in Armstrong will soon have signs helping to point the way. Armstrong council approved spending $535 for materials to construct 21 signs at the request of the Armstrong/ Spallumcheen Active Communities group. “The signs are five inches wide by 10 inches high, and they will be put up around the city,” said Jill de la Salle, of the Active Communities group who made a presentation to council Monday, joined by group members Laurie Williams and artist Charlene Woodbury, who designed the signs. City crews will erect the signs which will indicate where the offroad trails are. “Our trail system incorporates roads as well as trails because we don’t have a complete trail circuit system,” explained de la Salle. “The walking trails are really short, they’re a nice way to get around town, but people don’t
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grandfathers were Knights.” Wakefield is also a member of Temple 21 and the Revelstoke Lodge of DOKK #172 (Dramatic Order Knights of Khorassan). The Coldstream Lodge #18 has been in Vernon since January 1894 and is always looking for more members. If you have any questions, please stop by the Knights’ regular monthly meeting
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driver, usually taking everyone either to skating or to dancing, depending on the season. When Rob arrived in 1964, dad was happy to no longer be the only male in a sea of pantyhose! Mom gracefully became used to the many trips to the pet shop for fish, furry creatures, and then snakes and reptiles that little boys seemed to not do without; it was a whole new world. When the time was right Anne started working at a local shoe store, a job she thoroughly enjoyed for more than 18 years. Both Anne and Neil were very active with the Elks and Royal Purple in Fort St. John. Both served on the board of directors for the Co-Op Association for many years. Neil was an avid curler, and a loyal hockey fan. Many a winter evening found Neil at the local rink cheering on the teams. It didn’t matter the age or the calibre of the player, it was hockey, and to be enjoyed. Anne enjoyed a long and successful stint as a topnotch bowler. She also enjoyed working with the kids, and was a coach for YBC, traveling to many provincial competitions with the kids. Neil quit the plumbing business in 1970, starting A-Won Contracting Ltd., a water and sewer company developing many subdivisions and industrial parks in Fort St. John and area, a company he ran until he retired in 1988. In the fall of 1989, Anne and Neil made the hard decision to move south to Vernon, a place they fell in love with while on a holiday. The warmer winters and nice weather was a big drawing card, of course so were the people, and they soon made many friends. They make return trips when they can to Fort St. John to visit family and friends, and their door is always open to the many friends and family that visit them in Vernon. Fort St. John is home to daughter Vicki, her husband Mike Nielsen, grandson Jamie Nielsen, his wife Tracy, greatgrandson Tyson, and great-
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In 1946, Neil Querin decided to leave Listowell, Ont. and go out west to visit the Calgary Stampede. He enjoyed it so much that he returned to Calgary the following year — 1947 — and that is when he met the love of his life, Anne Maloff. They were engaged the following year and were married March 11, 1950, settling in Calgary. Neil was working as a plumber, and the newlyweds settled into married life full of fun and happy times, including the arrival of their first child, a daughter Victoria born in 1953 and then a second daughter Linda born in 1956. In 1960, the family decided to move to the town of Fort St. John in the B.C. Peace River Region. It was there that Neil opened his own plumbing and heating business, along with a shop in Fort Nelson, B.C. Some family summer vacations were spent in Fort Nelson, with Neil working, and the family living in the plumbing shop to be with dad. In the early ‘60s, Anne and Neil built the Fort St. John home that they would live in for the next 30 years. The final addition to their family arrived in 1964, a son they named Robert. Anne was a stay-at-home mom. In the early years, her girls kept her busy making dance and skating costumes, driving to lessons, Brownies, Girl Guides, PTA, you name it. Anne was a parent who wanted to be involved, and on many weekends there would be a house full of girls, as friends were always welcome. Although she had a driver’s licence from Alberta, it was awhile before she obtained one in B.C. To this day, the family jokes about knowing all the back alley ways and short cuts in Fort St. John that did not require driving on a main road. These were the roads Anne took to get the girls to their desired destinations. Neil spent a lot of time working away from home, so when he was home on one of these weekends, he would just smile and in his patient way take over the duties of taxi
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tive lectures that encourage living a healthy life style are part of the afterdinner format. We just dropped in for lunch and to look around at the gleaming, well-cared for rooms and common spaces and while I have never espoused a vegetarian diet I have to tell you that the lunch served was a gourmet delight and it was all vegetarian. Vegetarian cooking classes are also offered to clients while they are guests, to learn how to make tasty, healthy and balanced meals. I was most impressed by the guests we spoke to who came from all over. Nikki, from Fort St. John, was enjoying her third visit and raved about how great she felt after her 12-day stay, saying she looked and felt younger, had enormous energy and after visiting many other spas thought Silver Hills was the best. Three other guests agreed with her. The proprietor said people come from all over including Europe and the U.S. and that you have to book well ahead in the summer months as they are generally full. To try it out you can book for the day and have a spa
treatment, a gourmet lunch and wander the trails for $100. My question is how come this gem may be known to Europeans Pat Black and others but hidden so well from us Vernonites? ■■■ In a letter sent out by BC Transit that reinstated the Taxi Saver program for some handyDART customers, they forgot to mention that not all handyDART customers were being treated equally and that new subscribers could not access this program. Apparently there is a waiting list, which now has about 40 people on
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He centered a line with Steve Yzerman on his right wing in an exhibition NHL game. He faced the Russian Red Army as a call-up from the Detroit Red Wings in an international special at a packed Joe Louis Arena. Dennis Holland, is however, best known for his ability to score goals in a brilliant three-year career with the Portland Winter Hawks. The Western Hockey League team recognized Holland’s rank as the Hawks’ all-time leading sniper with 179 goals by inducting him into their inaugural Hall of Fame class March 6 at the Rose Garden. Holland, 41, the late Brian Shaw, who owned the team when they moved from Edmonton to Portland, and served as GM for more than a decade, and Ken Hodge, the winningest coach in WHL history, are the first inductees. “The new owners are trying to build on the past history and glory of the franchise,” said Holland. “It was a very special honour. They showed video clips on the big screen and it seemed like yesterday.” Holland made his Winterhawks debut as a 16-year-old during the 1985-86 season, with three goals and two assists in just one game. “I think we beat New West 13-5 and everything I shot or passed went in the net,” laughed Holland, who was summoned from the BCJHL Vernon Lakers, and then added 11 playoff points in 11 games. The slick 5-foot-10, 175-pound left shot had racked up 43 goals and 105 points as a 16-year-old with Don Moores’ Lakers. Holland and Joe Sakic of the Swift Current Broncos shared the WHL Top Rookie award in the ‘86-87 season. “It was a very easy transition for some reason,” said Holland. “We had great players like Jeff Finley and Glen Wesley so you just had to get open and they would make a great first pass.” After a 105-point season with Vernon, Holland rejected big-school U.S. scholarship offers to join the Hawks. Holland and Jim Agnew were actually traded from the Brandon Wheat Kings for future NHLer John Kordic. “I have no regrets going the junior route. I had offers from Michigan and Michigan Tech, but I felt it (WHL) was the right brand of hockey for me.” Holland played with an edge, averaging 100 penalty minutes a year in Portland. He was even photographed taking a swig from a water bottle on the opposition net. “We were playing Victoria and it was a long shift,” he laughed. “They weren’t too happy.” He ranks third all-time in Portland history with 250 assists, and is second with 429 points. His 82 goals and 167 points in the ‘88-89 season are both single-season franchise records (the goals mark is shared with Randy Heath). On Nov. 23, 1988 against the Kamloops Blazers he set a franchise record, and tied a league record, with seven goals. He added an assist for eight total points that night, tying a team record, a mark he’d equal later that season on Feb. 8, 1989 against the Spokane Chiefs. That season he led the Winterhawks to the WHL championship series against the Broncos, adding 37 points in 19 games.
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Vernon’s Dennis Holland (#15) battles past a check during his playing days with the Western Hockey League’s Portland Winter Hawks. “I was more of a dangler than a shooter. I never had a great shot, but in tight, I was poised and creative. When everybody else was frantic, things seemed to slow right down for me.” Holland and Troy Mick were linemates throughout Vernon minor hockey, and rated a full-page article in The Hockey News during his 82-goal season. The two were linemates in Portland for all three years. The likes of enforcer Jim Latos, Calvin Thudium, Terry Black and Greg Leahy landed on the Holland-Mick line at different times. “I couldn’t wait to get back to Portland each year. We were the flagship team. Everybody tried to emulate the franchise. Off the ice, from the fans to the billets, it was all first-class.” Shaw and Hodge ran a tight organization, keeping tabs on their players with curfew phones the players could not phone out on.
“When they called, you had better be home.” Holland was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in round three of the 1987 draft. He played six pre-season games and felt the ‘93-94 season when he was flying with the AHL Providence Bruins was his best shot at being called up to the show. A thumb injury betrayed him that year. “I never played the game thinking I was going to play in the NHL. I watched my brother (Ken) play and he had fun, and I did it because I enjoyed it. When I played in the Winter Carnival Pee Wee tournament, I thought I had done it all.” Ken, 54, recalls Dennis’s early athletic abilities. “He and Troy Mick were two special players,” said Ken, GM of the Detroit Red Wings. “Dennis was the playmaker and scorer and Troy was a gifted scorer as well. I’m happy for Dennis.”
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Half the shots, four times the goals. A few nights after watching Quesnel Millionaires’ netminder Kirby Halcrow steal the show with a 55-save performance in Game 2 of the B.C. Hockey League Interior Conference semifinal Wednesday night, the Vernon Vipers went back to basics for Game 3 Friday night at the Vault in Quesnel. Getting bodies in front of the Mills’ keeper was priority No. 1 for the Vipers, who doubled Quesnel 8-4 to take a 2-1 lead in Kellen Jones the best-of-seven series. Game 4 went Saturday night in Quesnel, with Game 5 returning to Wesbild Centre Monday night. If necessary, Games 6 and 7 would go Tuesday in Quesnel and Wednesday in Vernon. “We had to come out with a good start and we did,” said Vipers’ head coach Mark Ferner. “Things happen so quick in that rink. We just kept getting pucks to the net and did a good job of going to the net.”
Connor Jones fired the first of four unanswered Viper goals as he took a touch pass from twin brother Kellen on a controlled breakout, then beat a Quesnel defender wide and tucked the puck around Halcrow at 4:14 of the first period. Sahir Gill, with the first of two goals, beat Halcrow with a low blast from just inside the blueline later in the period. Halcrow, a Grande Prairie product, was pulled late in the third period after allowing seven goals on 25 shots. Luke Siemens gave up one goal on two shots in relief. Viper rookie Blake Voth, who got the start over Graeme Gordon, who looked average in Game 2, recorded 33 saves for his first-ever BCHL postseason win. Goals 20 seconds apart by Adam Thompson, on the powerplay, and Kellen (first star), on a turnover in Quesnel’s zone, had Vernon in full control midway through the second. “We had a great start, kept it simple, got pucks to the net,” said Kellen. “For us to win, we just have to play the same way, no matter what rink we’re in.”
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U17 Venom golden on coast Morning Star Staff
The Vernon U17 Venom boys club volleyball team couldn’t have scripted a better result for their season opener at the Under 18 Fraser Valley Super Series Tournament last weekend in the Lower Mainland. In the gold-medal game, the Venom grounded U18 Air Attack in straight sets (25-22, 25-20). Air Attack topped No. 2 Fraser Valley U18 in the other semi. “We surprised quite a few teams at this season opener tourney and I think even ourselves because we won this tourney after going in ranked 11th,” said Venom head coach Doug Kozak, adding it was particularly satisfying to beat No. 1-ranked Vancouver Focus Explosion in the semifinal. “The Explosion are a talented group coached by Richard Schick, head coach of UBC men’s team.” After a slow start, the Venom finished second in pool play, which made for an extra qualifying match on the way to the final. “We really had a kind of breakthrough on our
team passing and defensive game,” said Kozak. “Libero Alex Nolan was really impressive in leading the offence with his pin-point passes and amazing defence.” Conner Kozak came up with timely digs in the quarterfinals, helping Vernon upend No. 4 U18 Apex Ninjas. Adam Tishenko kept the opposition off balance by spreading out his sets. Middle blockers Keenan Wright and Jaydon Ward were steady all weekend and showed a lot of composure against bigger, older hitters. “Our hitters were the story of the weekend,” said Kozak. “Marco Arnold and Jonnie Russo couldn’t be stopped from the right side, and if the teams focused too much on them, outside hitters Matt Lofgren, Niall Cobbe and Conner finished off any hopes of getting points. “It was great to see the whole team playing such a high level of defence this early in the club season. It really seemed to break down our opponents when they realized we were not going to let anything hit the ground.”
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The skip has the pedigree of a world champion, the middle two have been playing together for the last decade, and the lead has rekindled his passion for curling. Vernon’s Tyler Van Den Berghe, Chad Kyllo, Colby Nowlin and Tyler Young have played as a unit for less than a year, but the experiment has already yielded gold at the B.C. Winter Games last weekend in Terrace. From there, the juvenile foursome earned an invite to the 10th annual Optimist International Under 18 Curling Championships. The 12-team spiel, featuring teams from Canada, U.S. and a rink from Japan, starts Tuesday in Regina. Van Den Berghe, the son of Garry, who curled with Jeff Stoughton’s rink for 16 years, earning a world championship, two Briers and five B.C. titles, is the youngest member at 14, but he’s had worldclass tutelage along the way. “He (Garry) taught me the basics of curling and he has helped out with the team to get us this far,” said Tyler, a Grade 9 student at Vernon Secondary. Added Garry: “He’s kind of an old soul for a young kid. He asked me after he threw his last shot to win the one game (at B.C. Winter Games), ‘should I be shaking before I take my last shot?’” “I told him ‘Ya, it’s kind of normal, but you’ll get used to it.’ “Tyler is the youngest on the team, but he’s got some pretty good experience. Chad and Colby have been playing together for years, and their talent was just waiting to be tapped. That’s what Tyler has been able to take advantage of – a wealth of talent below him.” Tyler shrugs when asked what won them gold in Terrace. “Our team just seemed to click and everyone was playing really good, so it just kind of worked out for us,” said Tyler, who will miss the final of the Capri Insurance Super League (he curls second for Jon Gardner) while he’s away in Regina. “We all met last year when we started playing together. We all have somewhat the same personalities so it helps.”
Nowlin and Kyllo, both Grade 11 students at VSS, have been buddies for ages. They first started throwing stones in Grade 1, when neither was yet strong enough to hurl rocks all the way down the ice. Instead, the Vernon Curling Club painted a set of rings at the midway point. Kyllo, whose dad Scott co-coaches with Garry, is thrilled with their rink’s newfound success, but adds he isn’t all that surprised by it. “Not really, the team dynamics are there and if you practise hard and play strong, it’s all there,” said Chad. He notes they likely wouldn’t have achieved their success without proper guidance. Scott’s a certified coach and Garry’s resume speaks for itself. “It’s the coaching. Without good coaching a team can stay where they are, but with good coaching you can take any team and make them great.” Added Young: “I was a little bit ahead of these guys when I was playing, but then I stopped and these guys just took huge leaps and bounds. “Good coaching was a huge part of (my ability to come back)... bringing me from a level that was just enough to get started, to the these guys’ level. “It’s more the little things that build up to make one good shot.” Looking towards Regina, Nowlin says he can’t wait to compete against Canada’s best, but knows they can’t get overwhelmed. “That’s why we practise. We can go out there and stay calm and take a couple breaths before we take a shot, and just try not to over-think things,” said Nowlin. “It feels pretty good. You get pretty pumped for the games with the higher competition level.” More than medals and curling glory, Garry wants the boys to enjoy themselves. Without that, he says medals are meaningless. “Every time before they went on the ice (in Terrace), I told the boys ‘You better have fun. If you’re not having fun, I’ll call a timeout,’” he laughed. “If they’re not having fun, the kids aren’t going to learn.” Next fall, the Van Den Berghe rink will compete in a four-team spiel for a chance to represent B.C. at the Canada Winter Games, Feb. 11-27 in Halifax.
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stretch, and UBCO pulled ahead on a kill by Mark Broome (12 kills, 4 blocks). “There were a lot of peaks and valleys by both teams,” said UBCO head coach Greg Poitras. “I think our maturity was what did it in the end, and some big plays. Mark was definitely key for us as he was unstoppable attacking on the right side.” Humber built and impressive lead in the fourth set, and were leading 21-14 when the Hawks’ right side, Terrel Bramwell, challenged the official over a call and was red carded. The dominate right side hitter had to leave the match for the rest of that set as a result. After a denied protest by coach Wilkins from the Hawks, and several minutes of discussion, play resumed. Humber maintained their lead and took the fourth set 25-18, tying the match at two sets a piece. Neither the Hawks nor the Heat gave an inch in the final set, staying within a point most of the game. With the score tied at 17, Humber’s Paul Kemboi hit a ball out. Tucker delivered a service ace to the back line for the winner. SAIT outlasted the Camosun Chargers of Victoria 3-1 (25-20, 25-18, 16-25, 25-21) in the other semi to advance to the final.
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Chad Kyllo (left) and Colby Nowlin (right) prepare to sweep Tyler Young’s stone during a practice session Friday morning at the Vernon Curling Club.
The UBC Okanagan Heat fell in three straight sets to the No. 1-ranked Limoilou Titans of Quebec in the semifinals of the Canadian Colleges Athletic Assocation Men’s Volleyball Championships Friday night at Grant MacEwan University in Edmonton. Despite Vernon’s Preston Tucker setting up numerous kills for the Heat in the opening set, the Titans managed to win it 25-21 on the strength of heavy kills and solid blocking. Limoilou then began rolling its offence, while keeping the pressure on the Heat by setting up their kills to take the second and third sets. All-Canadian Tommy Belisle (15 kills) was named player of the game for the Titans, while Chris Howe earned POG honours for UBCO. Limoilou faced the SAIT Trojans of Calgary in Saturday’s gold-medal game. The Heat advanced to the semis by clipping the Humber College Hawks 3-2 (25-18, 24-26, 25-20, 18-25, 19-17) in an exciting firstround match. The Heat took the first set decisively, but the Hawks battled back in the second to tie it. The tension stayed high in the third set, but Humber had trouble controlling the ball down the
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A trio of Vernon riders claimed top-20 finishes at the LG Snowboard FIS World Cup Tour on Friday in Valmalenco, Italy. Tom Velisek (Squamish) and Drew Neilson (North Vancouver), both formerly of Vernon, finished 12th and 17th respectively in men’s snowboard cross, while Vernon’s Kevin Hill was 20th. On the women’s side, Olympic champion Maëlle Ricker (West Vancouver) was runner-up behind American Lindsey Jacobellis. By doing so, Ricker pushed her FIS points total 4,760, securing the Crystal Globe in the discipline. The Canadian Snowboard Team will be travelling to La Molina, Spain for the LG Snowboard FIS World Cup Finals, which start Friday.
Continued from A23 “He was an elite player from the time he was five years old.” Despite the large age difference, the two had plenty of fun in their East Hill backyard. “Dennis was five and we would play catch in the backyard. I’d throw balls at him as hard as I could, and my mom would be yelling from the kitchen to slow it down.” Dennis, a father of two, has scouted for the Dallas Stars the past eight years. He charts between 150 and 175 games a year. “Hockey’s been very good to me. I’ve been around the world and done things I couldn’t have done without hockey.” He played 442 minor-pro games and another 105 in Germany before working as a head coach of the ECHL Toledo Storm. He credits his late father, Rienie, and his mom, Lee, with getting him to the rink pretty much everyday as a kid. “I played 80 games for my team which
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my dad managed and then I would play another 30 games for other teams. Ernie Kowal called me up to a higher division team a lot. I went to the outdoor rink all the time and I was a linesman for a couple of years. We lived at the rink.”
NHL – Detroit Red Wings open practice, 11 a.m.-noon, Prospera Place. CURLING – Capri Insurance Super League final. Wayne Laface vs Jon Gardner 8:30 p.m., Vernon Curling Club.
Watson tossed Continued from A24 After Kellen’s goal, Quesnel head coach Glen Watson earned a team penalty and was ejected by referee Kris Hartley. Rylan Stanyer and Eliot Raibl, who played half a season with the Snakes in 2007-08, answered with second-period goals for the Mills. The Vipers’ Cole Ikkala, assisted by Braden Pimm and Mike Collins, made it 5-2 after 40 minutes. It was a chippy game, with plenty of action between the whistles. The two teams combined for 53 penalty minutes. The Mills’ Justin Hogan earned a major for goaltender interference when he steamrolled Voth in the third period. Viper d-man Dan Nycholat, sticking up for his keeper, picked up a double minor for roughing. Ferner took exception to Quesnel’s antics
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after the whistle. “I guess that’s how they feel they have to play to give themselves a chance,” he said. “We know their players. Do they think they can turn a switch and be a tough hockey team all of a sudden?” Goals by Connor (second star), Jonathan Milhouse, scoring for the first time in weeks, and Gill completed the Vipers’ attack. Taylor Holst (third star) and Clayton Chessa capped the Mills’ offence.
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A woman and her dog take a walk along the picturesque Colvend Coast. paths lest I should be blown across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man. A 26-meter lighthouse stands at the tip and the climb down the many steps to the foghorn was worth the effort. Through my binoculars I viewed the nesting gannets and puffins struggling to land along the precipitous cliff ledges plastered with guano. The Scots are fond of ice cream cones and sure enough, an ice cream vendor was doing a roaring trade. The biggest challenge for me was finding a sheltered spot behind a wall where I
could lick my cone without it toppling into my lap. Refreshed, we retraced our steps up the peninsula to the Logan Botanic Garden. Because of the warming influence of the Gulf Stream, this unusual garden is able to grow exotic subtropical trees and ferns, groves of eucalyptus and other-wordly Gunnera plants which look a bit like giant rhubarb. The overhead leaves were so large that we were able to shelter under them during a brief shower. The adjacent triangularshaped peninsula is known
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Plenty of sights to explore Continued from previous page By taking an extra loop, we visited the svelte bronze sea otter monument in memory of author and naturalist, Gavin Maxwell who penned ‘Ring of Bright Water’. Before driving back to Portpatrick, it was worthwhile spending a couple of hours in the medieval town of Wigtown which has become known as Scotland’s National Book town with thousands of books on display. Down by the water, the Martyrs’ Stake commemorates the spot where to female Covenanters were tied to a stake in front of an incoming tide in 1685. Now traveling east, next on our itinerary was the picturesque sandy Colvend Coast. Our route took us through the 300-squaremile Galloway Forest
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ast month, Ottawa took some gentle steps towards less liberal lending policies. I think there has been more made of this than there needs to be. What is billed as major changes by some media is more like tweaking. Before I elaborate on these changes, I’d like to dispel a rumor. Buyers, including first-time buyers, can still purchase with five per cent down. The first change is that the lenders must now calculate the buyer’s qualification formula based on the posted five year rate. For any of you out there placing mortgages over the last few years, you are probably aware that lenders negotiate their rates, they feature “specials,” or they give lower interest rates to especially good clients. The posted rate is the non-discounted rate and it can be found posted weekly on the government website at www.bankofcanada.ca/ en/rates/interest-look To qualify for a mortgage, lenders take 32 per cent, depending on their policy, or one-twelvth of the borrower’s wage before
income tax. That gives a monthly figure that the borrower is allowed to use for principal, interest, property taxes on a mortgage and heat costs. The lender then calculates to see how many borrowed dollars that monthly amount can service. With the change, the lender must Jane Field make this calculation using the posted rate of interest, even if the buyer is borrowing at a lower rate of interest. The result is there is a fairly small difference in the amount buyers may qualify to borrow. So, the shorter the term, the lower the interest rate usually is. The second change is a tightening on equity take-out refinances. Homeowners were borrowing to as much as 95 per cent of the value of their existing home. As an example, an owner has owned their home for enough years that they only owe 60 per cent of its current market value. Previously they could increase their existing mortgage all the way up to 95 per cent of the CMV and use those dollars as a down payment on a revenue or vacation home, or a
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City of Vernon NOTICE OF LEASE The City of Vernon intends to lease the lands located at the corner of 25th Avenue and 43rd Street, the former water reclamation plant site, (3.2 acres), to BC Transit for their construction of a new Regional Transit Facility. The Lessee has agreed to lease the premises for an initial term of 40 years, with a pre-payment amount of $1,344,000 and the option for 2 10 year renewals at market rate. The Lessee will be responsible for all costs including, but not limited to, improvements, taxes, as well as providing adequate insurance to satisfy the City’s requirements. Further inquiries can be directed to Brett Bandy, Real Estate Manager, at 250-550-3245.
WATERFRONT NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE PLAN OPEN HOUSES Wednesday, March 24, 2010 • 5:00 to 8:00 pm Presentation at 6:00 pm Schubert Centre, 3505 - 30th Avenue Saturday, March 27, 2010 • 3:00 to 7:00 pm Presentation at 5:00 pm Paddlewheel Hall, 7801 Okanagan Landing Road
Notice is hereby given the City Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons or persons who deem their interest in property affected by the belowmentioned bylaws at 5:30 pm on Monday, March 22, 2010, in the Schubert Centre, 3505 - 30th Avenue, Vernon, B.C.: BYLAW #5235 (ZON00149) Location: Tavistock Road (see map at right) Legal Description: Portion of Lot A, Plan KAP62807, DL 298, ODYD. Applicant: Tavistock Properties Ltd. Present Zoning: C6 - Village Commercial Proposed Zoning: HR2 - Hillside Residential Multi-Family Purpose: To allow for construction of three multi-family buildings. BYLAW #5239 (ZON00150) Location: Tavistock Road (see map at right) Legal Description: Lot A, Plan KAP62807, DL 298, ODYD. Applicant: Tavistock Properties Ltd. Present Zoning: RM1 - Row Housing Residential Proposed Zoning: R2 - Large Lot Residential Purpose: To allow for subdivision into single family lots.
For more information or if you have any comments, questions or concerns please forward them to dsbreception@vernon.ca or call 250-550-3634.
CITY CENTRE NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN Walkable Communities Public Presentation Thursday, March 5 • 7:00 pm Schubert Centre, 3505 - 30th Avenue, Vernon As part of the City Centre Neighbourhood Plan process we are fortunate to be able to work with Dan Burden, who is an internationally recognized authority on bicycle and pedestrian facilities and programs. Mr. Burden is co-founder and executive director of the non-profit Walkable and Livable Communities Institute and will give a presentation to the public on livable and sustainable communities, healthy streets, traffic calming, and bicycle and pedestrian programs. For more information on Dan Burden and the Walkable and Livable Communities Institute, please visit www.walklive.org or www.walkable.org. For more info. on the City Centre Neighbourhood Plan, visit www.vernon.ca/citycentre or if you have any questions please contact Chris Ulmer, Long Range Planner at culmer@vernon.ca or 250-550-7830.
HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE - REQUEST TO FILL VACANCY The Council of the Corporation of the City of Vernon is seeking to fill one vacancy on the Heritage Advisory Committee. The Committee’s objective is to provide Council with recommendations on matters relating to the designation and preservation of heritage buildings and structures. If you are interested in serving the community on this committee, you may pick up a copy of the Terms of Reference and a volunteer application form at Reception at City Hall or on the City’s website at www.vernon.ca/committees. Applications will be accepted at City Hall no later than Friday, March 26, 2010.
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BYLAW #5243 (OCP00037 - BELLA VISTA WEST NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN) Location: (see map at right) Purpose: To revise the Bella Vista West Neighbourhood Plan. Included in the revision are changes in land use designation for several properties and the addition of public parks and trails. Enquiries relative to the above proposed bylaws should be directed to the Planning Department, located at City Hall, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. or by calling 250-550-3634. Copies of the bylaws and relevant background documents are available for inspection during normal business hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays) from March 15 to March 22, 2010. Any correspondence relating to these applications can be delivered to the Corporate Officer, City of Vernon, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 or by sending an email to phearings@vernon.ca. All correspondence and petitions received between March 14, 2009 (the date of notification) and 3:00 pm on Monday, March 22, 2010 shall be copied and circulated to the members of City Council for consideration before the Public Hearing. Any submissions received after 3:00 pm on Monday, March 22, 2010 will not be accepted. Correspondence and emails must include your name and civic address. You may present your verbal submissions and speaking notes at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may appoint an agent to act on your behalf. NO REPRESENTATION WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.
SPRING LEAF EXCHANGE / PICKUP 1 Week Program - April 12 - 16, 2010 Aldon Waste Systems Ltd. will provide curbside collection of leaves and garden refuse in CLEAR plastic bags on your regular garbage collection day listed above. City of Vernon residents may put out an unlimited number of clear bags by 7:00 a.m. at the same location as your garbage collection pickup. All coloured bags will be considered as household garbage that is limited to the usual two bags or container quota. Please do not rake leaves onto the street that will block storm drains and jam the street sweeper. SPRING LEAF EXCHANGE / PICKUP - In an effort to encourage recycling and composting, residents are encouraged to put bags of leaves out a week earlier than the dates above for others to pick up for garden compost. Please visit our website @ www.vernon.ca.
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Calling all Irish (and anyone else who would like to support local arts programs in our community) to an innovative fundraiser lunch on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park. Since government slashed funding for arts in this province, the centre has been diligently trying to raise money to meet the shortage and enable them to continue providing classes, programs, and workshops to youth and adults in our area. The Empty Bowl Fundraiser is a great idea. For $20 you pick out your favourite handmade bowl created by a local artist or celebrity and have it filled with delicious homemade Irish Stew (or veggie alternative) for lunch. When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re done, you take the bowl home with you. There is no limit to the number of bowls you can buy so bring a friend and come support the arts in our community. I enjoyed making a couple of bowls for this event and thank heavens there were pros there to guide my hand on the wheel! All bowls can be viewed ahead of time Monday and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the lobby of the centre in Polson Park or check them out at www.vernonarts.ca. There are now hundreds of bowls to choose from and there will be a list of celebrity bowls and a map provided to help you beat your friends to your favourite bowl. Come early and have some fun. The Arts Council of the North Okanagan is a non-profit organization with a mandate to foster, encourage, and support art activities in the Greater Vernon area, and the Arts Centre works under their umbrella. Christine Kashuba, program director, sends special thanks from the organizers to their corporate sponsor, 105.7 Sun FM. Also thanks to 107.5 Kiss FM for the promotional video starring Lori Hancock, Butcher Boys, Brenda Halaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Photography, and all the volunteers who have helped in making this event happen. County Cork Irish Stew 8 small lamb chops Salt and pepper to taste 1 tbsp. vegetable oil Fresh parsley 1/4 cup, 2 bay leaves,1 tsp. peppercorns, 2 sprigs thyme, 3 sprigs rosemary 1 medium onion, chopped 1-1/2 cups diced celery 1 lb. potatoes (3-4 medium) 2 cups finely shredded cabbage 1 large leek, sliced thin (white only) 12 small white onions 1 cup peas 1/2 cup chopped carrots Fresh chopped parsley Season chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in saucepan wide enough to hold all chops in a single layer. Brown very well on both sides. Spoon off any melted fat and add enough water to cover chops. Bring to a boil. Place 5 spices in cheesecloth and add to chops; add chopped onion and celery to pan. Lower heat, cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. Meanwhile, peel potatoes and shape into bite sized rounds. Chop trimming from potatoes into tiny pieces. After an hour, remove chops to a plate to cool; add potatoes, trimmings, cabbage, onion, well-rinsed leek, small white onions and carrots to the pan. When chops are cool enough to handle, remove bone, extra fat and grizzle
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Vernon Arts Center staff and volunteers testing out a stew recipe for the Empty Bowl Funraiser, from left Christine Kashuba (left) Jenny Diller, Lynne Hossay, Robin McDonald, Patricia Goodliffe, and Joanne Astells. and simmer gently for an hour. After an hour, add carrots, potatoes, onions, and turnip. Add more water or broth to just barely cover vegetables. Simmer gently until the vegetables are tender; about 30 minutes. Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Stir in parsley and adjust the salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into warm individual bowls and serve. Serves 6. Note: if desired, thicken with water and flour mixture. Irish Stew Biscuits 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion, sliced thinly into rings 2 large cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. oregano 2 tsp. basil 1 tsp. thyme 1 - 32 oz. can diced tomatoes with juice 4 cups stock (chicken or vegetable) 2 bay leaves 2 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 carrots, sliced 1 - 15 oz. can kidney beans drained and rinsed 1 - 15 oz. can chick peas drained and rinsed 2 medium zucchini, sliced Salt and pepper to taste 8 tbsp. parmesan cheese, divided In a large stock pot, sautĂŠ onions in olive oil until soft, about 7 minutes. Add garlic, oregano, basil, and thyme and continue cooking for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, stock, bay leaves, potatoes, carrots, salt and pepper and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in beans and zucchini and simmer for an additional 30 minutes. Remove bay leaves, divide into bowls and sprinkle each serving with one tbsp. of parmesan cheese. Serves 6.
and cut meat into bite-size pieces and return it to the pan. Simmer for another 30 minutes then add peas. Add a little more water if needed during cooking. Simmer 8-10 minutes more. Remove spices and correct seasoning to taste. Garnish with parsley and serve. Serves 4 Irish Beef Stew 2-3 lbs. stewing beef, trimmed 1/4 cup margarine or vegetable oil All-purpose flour 2 medium onions, rough-chopped 1 small head garlic, peeled and chopped 1 cup celery, sliced 2 bay leaves 2 sprigs thyme, rosemary, and (sage, optional) Salt and pepper, to taste 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup red wine 3 cups beef broth 4 large carrots, sliced in 1-inch pieces 4 large red-skinned or white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 12 small boiling onions, halved 1-1/2 cups chopped turnip (rutibaga) Dredge beef chunks in flour. Melt margarine or oil in large thick-bottomed stew pot; add beef and brown well on all sides at a medium-high heat; add more oil if needed. Remove beef from pan with slotted spoon, and set aside. Turn heat to medium, add onions, garlic, and celery to the pan and sautĂŠ until softened and lightly golden, about 7-8 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste; then bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, and sage if using. Stir 1 minute then add red wine and broth, being sure to scrape all the bits from the pan into the mixture. Bring mixture to a boil, then turn heat down to low, cover,
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Susan Weeks’ Painted House
Love is supreme
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There is only one happiness in life: to love and be loved.Only the soul that loves is happy.” — Goethe The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most confusing and misunderstood of all Christian teaching. It is also unique among all the world religions. Not only does the Bible and Jesus himself teach it, but humanity’s emphasis on love and relationships assumes it. In other words, the fact that we all talk about the importance, power, beauty and Dave Bootsma wonder of love, and that we all pursue and live for love are powerful cases, not merely for the existence of a personal God, but a God who is tri-personal. First, let me explain what I mean by God being a trinity or tri-personal. The doctrine of the Trinity is that God is one being who exists eternally in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. It does not mean that there are three Gods, or that one God merely manifests himself as either Father, Son, or Holy Spirit on various occasions. They are three distinct persons that make up the one God. Take
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away any of the persons, and there is no God. That each is a “person” means that each member of the Trinity thinks, acts, feels, speaks, and relates because they are persons and not impersonal forces. What does this have to do with love? If there is no God, then everything in and about us is the product of blind impersonal forces. The experience of love may feel significant, but evolutionary naturalists tell us that it is merely a biochemical state in the brain. As biologist Richard Dawkins says, “Life is just bytes and bytes and bytes of digital information.” Why should love be anything more? But what if there is a God? Does love fare any better? It depends on who you think God is. “If God is unipersonal,” explains Tim Keller in The Reason for God, “then until God created other beings there was no love, since love is something that one person has for another. This means that a unipersonal God was power, sovereignty and greatness from all eternity, but not love. Love then is not of the essence of God, nor is it at the heart of the universe. Power is primary.” But that goes against the universal, innate conviction that God is love, and that love is supreme. Christianity teaches that before God
created the universe, there was loving friendship and communion among the Trinity. As Jesus, God’s Son, said: “the Father loves the Son”, and “I love the Father.” That God is eternal, and that he is tri-personal means that love really is his essence. This is why the Bible can emphatically state that “God is love.” There was never a time when God was not loving someone. “Ultimate reality,” says Keller, “is a community of persons who know and love one another.” God did not create the world and us because he was incomplete, but so that we might enjoy what the Trinity has always known throughout eternity: self-giving, other-enjoying love. Self-centredness — making it all about our convenience, wants, reputation, pleasure, way — keeps us from knowing deep happiness because it goes against the fabric of how we were made. It destroys our relationship with God, others and ourselves. Jesus came and died on a cross not for his benefit, but ours. Faith in him frees us from our obsession with self, and frees us to centre our lives on Him, so that we also might know the deep joy of self-giving love. Dave Bootsma is a professional counsellor and a certified life coach. He can be reached at 558-5730 or newbeginnings@ telus.net
Dining out makes a difference this month Morning Star Staff
If you only dine out once in March, organizers of Dining Out for Life are hoping you’ll do so on March 25. The sixth annual fundraiser sees restaurants throughout the Okanagan donating a minimum of 25 per cent of food sales from that day to the fight against AIDS. Restaurants across North America are participating. And in the North Okanagan, Ricardo’s Mediterranean Kitchen will once again participate. “Join millions of people throughout North America who will dine out and make a difference,” said Sue Miller, who owns the Lake Country restaurant with her husband, Ricardo Scebba. “All monies raised are for local HIV/AIDS education, awareness and hospice programs.” All funds raised in the Okanagan will go to the Living Positive Resource Centre Okanagan, which has delivered support services to persons living with HIV/ AIDS in the Okanagan and region since 1992; first under the name of KARES (Kelowna and Area AIDS Resource
donate a portion of their proceeds from this one night to the agency in their city. Nearly $4 million a year is raised to support the work of agencies throughout North America.
In addition to donating 25 per cent of all food sales to Dining Out For Life, Ricardo’s will also provide live music that night with the Paul Byrne Trio. To make a reserva-
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Celebrate food: from farm to table
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id you know that there are more than 19,000 agricultural farms in British Columbia? Chances are one of those farms isn’t far from where you live. So why is it that when you go to your local grocery store, you find asparagus shipped from California when you know that there are asparagus farmers in your area? The global food market is complicated. It allows us to enjoy a wide variety of fresh Tara Stark fruits and vegetables year round, making nutrition powerhouses like avocados, olive oil, and citrus fruits regular features on Canadian dinner tables. But a global food system also means competitive global prices and a distribution system that can leave local farmers in the dust. With so many choices at the grocery store it is easy to lose track of what is grown close to home and why it is important to support our B.C. farmers. March is nutrition month, and this
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year’s theme is Celebrate Food...From Field to Table. If you are not sold on buying local, here are a few facts for you to chew on: Flavour: First things first, locally grown fruits and veggies are fresher, often tastier, and may contain more vitamins than those that have traveled great distances. Variety: Because many fruit and vegetable varieties wilt or bruise easily, they are simply not suitable for storage and shipping. Selling to local markets lets farmers grow veggies that don’t have to spend their lives in a box. Think freshly cut salad greens, heirloom tomatoes, lemon cucumbers and vine-ripened berries. Environment: Buying local food reduces your carbon footprint: local foods don’t have to be transported long distances, nor do they need as much packaging for transport, plus they conserve local farmlands, important green spaces and wildlife habitats. Community: Local farms create local jobs which keeps more money in your own community. When you buy food from a local farmer, you are directly supporting a family in your community.
Are you sold on buying local but still not sure how to find local food? Here are some ideas to help bring more local food to your table. Read food and produce labels at your grocery store or ask where the food is from. Buy local and B.C. products. Ask your grocery store to carry more local foods. Spring isn’t far off: Make plans to grow a vegetable garden or berry patch. If space is limited try container gardening, ask about community gardening space or offer to tend a school garden this summer in exchange for use of a small plot. Plan a family visit to a local fishing. spot, farmers’ market or u-pick farm. Join a community supported farm. Start a seed saving or seed sharing group. Support the development of local food initiatives. There are local food coalitions that need your skills and expertise sprouting up across the interior. For more information about this topic, and to find a food coalition near you visit www.interiorhealth.ca. Tara Stark is community nutritionist for Population Health, Interior Health.
Eleven graduate from co-ordinator training Morning Star Staff
Thanks to a recent course in Lumby, 11 graduates are now ready to work more effectively in their leadership roles. Recently, 11 participants graduated from a co-
ordinator training course led by Olena Bramble, the volunteer and programming co-ordinator for Whitevalley Community Resource Centre. “You may recognize
a few of these people as they work diligently within their circles of various programs, services and projects that require the direction and support of leaders,” said Bramble.
Graduates from the course are: Diana Lock, Maureen Ziemer, Laran Johnston, Natasha Dwan, Ashley Wolfe,
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North Okanagan hypnotist Troy Mitchell has more than 20 years of experience in practising all forms of hypnosis. “I have created my own hypnotic process that helps people better align themselves for Law of Attraction purposes,” said Mitchell, who has done everything from stage shows to exploring past lives. On March 24, Mitchell will help participants to explore past lives through an
entertaining seminar at his new office at The Historic Watson House. Then it’s all about the funny on March 26, as Mitchell entertains with his adult hypnosis show at the Army, Navy and Air Force club “The Hangar,” 250046th Ave. Tickets are $20, available by calling Mary at 250-306-9235. At the Women’s Empowerment event set for March 27, Mitchell will open the show with a workshop guiding women through his process called Live By
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Community Calendar MARCH 14
Feature Event: The Native Seed – Our Mis-placed, Mis-understood Relative
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 189 OYAMA Ladies auxiliary’s annual meeting followed by the general meeting March 14 at 2 p.m. All members urged to attend. LUMBY & DISTRICT WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION monthly trapshoots second Sunday of the month at 10 a.m., at the clubhouse. Call Norm at 547-6012 or Leroy at 542-1445. PRO-LIFE THRIFT STORE With spring break, it’s time to change your wardrobe. We have put out our summer collection and always at affordable prices. Stop by to see for yourself. Store is at 3102-31st Ave., Vernon. Call 545-0777 for info. ARMSTRONG-ENDERBY RIDING CLUB welcomes everyone to come and ride inside. Winter indoor riding March 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy the free coffee. Bring treats to share if you can. Only $5/jr, $10/senior. Riders may bring more than one horse to exercise. Armstrong Agriplex. Call Tammy at 250-832-3409 or e-mail skishack@jetstream.net. Riders must be club members and have Horse Council membership. CELIAC MEETING March 14 at held at the Lake Country Seniors Activity Centre, 9832 Bottom Lake Road. Doors open at noon, lunch about 12:30 p.m. Bring your potluck dishes, with recipes&/or sources, for everyone to try! We ask adults to each donate a toonie to help defray the hall rental costs! We are trying to be green’so please bring your own dishes mugs and cutlery! For further information, call Katrina at 250-546-3298. OKANAGAN SINGLES GROUP 40+ March 14, dinner and Elvis impersonator Clay Stenberg at the Army and Navy Club, 2 to 7p.m. Buy tickets ($12) in advance at the club. Call Dot if attending, 250-542-4042. March 17, sleigh ride and dinner at The Horseman’s Cabin at Silver Star. Tickets are $59 plus tax. Call Dot by Monday if attending, 250-542-4042. To book ticket for the dinner and sleigh ride, call 250-558-6019. PUBLIC SKATING AT WESBILD CENTRE Family skate: Sundays 6:45-7:45 p.m.; Public skate: Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. AA MEETS SUNDAYS Simple reflections (X) open meeting 10 a.m., at VTC 2810-48 Ave. Cherryville 2-4 meeting (H). Open meeting at Gospel Church, Aumond Road, Cherryville. Meets every second and fourth Sunday, 3 p.m. Into Action Step Group (H) closed meeting 7 p.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27 St. Vernon (back door). Armstrong Pleasant Valley Group (H) closed meeting 8 p.m., United Church, 2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Sunday night recovery group (H) open meeting 8 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Drive, Vernon (H). Handicap access (X) no handicap access. VERNON PACERS RUNNERS CLUB Meets Sundays. Also meets at 5:45 a.m., Tuesdays at Bagel Lane and Thursdays at Bean Scene. Call Bill at 545-0028 for more information. LUMBY & DISTRICT WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION monthly trapshoots are the second Sunday of the month at 10 a.m., at the clubhouse, for more information contact Norm at 5476012 or Leroy at 542-1445. ELKS CRIB TOURNAMENT first and second Sunday of each month at the hall, 3103-30th St. Cost is $10, please bring your own lunch. Registration at 9 a.m. VERNON TREATMENT CENTRE Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for info. MEDIEVALLY MINDED Come and join us and explore what history can do for you. Learn about medieval fighting, crafts and feasting. The Society for Creative Anachronism meets every Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall on Kalamalka Road. For information, see www.krakenfjord.org THE VERNON POKER CLUB Meets at Checkers Pub, Best Western Vernon Lodge Sundays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Drop-in fee is $5; $2 for members. All Texas hold’em players welcome to come and develop skills, in live game and network with other players in friendly, educational, tournament style format. Call Mark at 250-542-9448. THE SCHUBERT CENTRE Many activities for seniors 50+ to enjoy. Mondays, it’s pinochle, tai chi, bingo, line dancing, exercise class. Tuesdays, bridge, canasta, crafters, wood
irso Gonzales is an assistant professor of Indigenous Studies at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan. A Peruvian of Aymara descent, Dr. Gonzales is committed to supporting the agenda of indigenous peoples and processes related to ecological knowledge, cultural affirmation and decolonization. His work includes indigenous and local histories, indigenous strategic visions, and local management of natural resources. Gonzales will speak Thursday, March 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the Halina Centre in the Recreation Complex. The talk is part of the Capsule College series sponsored by the CFUW (Vernon branch). Proceeds fund scholarships for students at Okanagan College. Everyone welcome. Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for students (pay at the door). For more information, please call 250-545-6171.
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MARCH 15 ANAF LADIES AUXILIARY MEETING March 15, executive at 6 p.m., general at 7 p.m., at the hall at 2500-46th Ave. For more information, please call 250-542-3277. SPRING BREAK SCIENCE DISCOVERY CAMP March 15 to 19 for six to 10 year-olds, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Think about things we take for granted that wouldn’t have been possible without someone’s amazing idea! Discover how exciting science can be, with a week of science discovery. Cost $150 for OSC members; $175 non-members. Pre-registration required. See www. okscience.ca or call 250-545-3644. INTERESTED IN JOINING A CHORUS IN LUMBY? Are you interested in joining an a cappela group in Lumby? This singing in harmony without any instrumental accompaniment will be focused on having fun and singing older popular songs. Register by March 15. Youth welcome. Contact Dennis at 250-547-8819 or myrden@telus.net for info.
VERNON LIBRARY: ONLINE CATALOGUE TRAINING Do you want to save time finding library books, music, or DVDs online? Learn how to manage your requests to better suit your schedule? Free training sessions on how to use the Okanagan Regional Library online catalogue. Each 15-minute session is designed for one or two people to learn from a reference librarian, and the sessions run Tuesdays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 11 a.m. - noon until March 26. Pre-register at reference desk or call 250-542-7610, ext. 3. SOLD MEETS The Society for Open Learning and Discussion meets March 15, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the People Place, room 06 downstairs. Our guest speaker will be Richard Rolke, of The Morning Star editorial staff. Richard will clarify — for the non-initiated — the intricate interconnections between the many local organizations. For further information, call Nadine at 250-549-1479. FREE FAMILY FUN ON THE WOW BUS! Parents, caregivers and children not yet in kindergarten are invited to our free Mobile Strong Start programs. Drop in to listen to stories; get moving with music; enjoy healthy snacks; and to play and learn together. All families in our community are welcome to visit any of the following Strong Start locations: Mondays, 8:30-11:30 at Ellison school; Tuesdays, 8:30-11:30 at Mission Hill school and 1 to 4 p.m. at Head of the Lake Health Unit; Fridays, 8:15-11:00 at Cherryville school and Fridays, 12:00-2:30 at Whitevalley Community Centre/library. Info.: see sd22.bc.ca VERNON ACCORDION CLUB MEETS Mondays from 7-9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players welcome. Listeners, dancers also. Call Nyla at 250-546-3192 for info. VERNON BADMINTON CLUB MEETS Mondays at 7:15 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Coldstream elementary gym.
New members welcome. Call Kal at 250-260-1692 for info. INDEPENDENT LIVING VERNON Hosts a youth support group for people with physical, mental or developmental disabilities called Youth Opportunities Unlimited, aka YOU Group, and open to all youth ages 15 to 29. Group runs all year, Vernon People Place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Mondays for Lifestyle Skills and Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m. for free recreational time. No fees to join or requirements, other than having a disability. Call Crystal at 250-545-9292, ext. 204, for more information or e-mail crystal@ilvernon.ca MONDAY NIGHT MEN’S GROUP An opportunity for men to share visions and find deeper meaning through modern ritual based on ancient wisdom. Meets at 7 p.m., at the Centre for Spiritual Living, 2913-29th Ave. Call 503-7902. AA MEETINGS ON MONDAYS Upon Awakening, Monday to Friday 7 a.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27th St. (back door). Nooner Solution Group Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. Women in Recovery Group (H), closed, 7 p.m., Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave., Vernon. Cornerstone Group (X). Men’s Closed meeting 8 p.m., Gateway Shelter, 2800-33rd St., Vernon. New Life Group (H), open meeting at 8 p.m., Lutheran Church, 1204-30 Ave, Vernon. Cherryville Grapevine meeting (X), open, 7 p.m., 7th-Day Adventist Church, Holmes Rd., just off Creighton Valley Rd., Cherryville. (H) Handic. Access (X) No Handic. Access. BINGO IN ENDERBY Mondays at 6 p.m., Enderby Seniors Complex on George Street at 6 p.m.; 19 games. CODA MEETS Mondays at noon at The Arbour, Vernon Alliance Church. REBEKAH LODGE meets the first and third Monday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES The Vernon Aerie meets the first and third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Call 5423003. THE ENDERBY CLIFF QUILTERS MEET The first, third and fifth Monday of each month at the Enderby Evangelical Chapel from 1 to 5 p.m. Many of us are working on quiltas-you-go projects, but you are welcome to bring your own project to work on. Quilters of all levels welcome. For more info., call June at 250-838-5655 or Sonja at 250-838-0685. COUNTERPOINT CHOIR whose motto is “Sing with joy; perform with pleasure and have fun while learning!” is an adult mixed choir recruiting new members. Rehearsals at Knox Presbyterian Church. For more info. and vocal placement interview call Coreen Smith at 250-549-4339 e-mail to csmithvernon@hotmail.com. MONDAY NIGHT TOASTMASTERS Meets in the Schubert Center at 7:30 p.m. Come and visit us to find out how learning can be fun. For more info. contact Barb at 250-542-0925. FREE FENCING! Want to try a new sport? No experience or equipment needed. Appropriate for anyone ages eight and up (including adults). Mondays at 6:25 p.m., Hillview elementary gym. Please bring indoor shoes and running pants (no jeans please) Please call Matt for more details 306-9253.
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Community Calendar MARCH 15 SINGLE FRIENDS 50+ March 15, playing hand and foot canasta at 7 p.m. Call for location, Carole at 260-5238. THE VERNON STAMP CLUB MEETS March 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Buy, sell, trade and auction. All welcome. Call Roy at 542-4127 for info. KALAMALKA SPEAKERS SERIES March 15, “Killing Kalamalka: How nutrient loading is threatening the future of Kalamalka Lake, Vernon’s main domestic water source,” with Randy Schellenberg, spokesman for the Citizens’ Coalition to Save Silver Star Provincial Park. Okanagan College Lecture Theatre, 12:30 p.m. All welcome to this free event, with free parking during the event. SCIENCE IN SOCIETY SPEAKER SERIES Part of an ongoing Science and Technology public presentation series hosted jointly by Okanagan College and the Okanagan Science Centre. Dr. Nancy Turner presents “Not just any old place: Ethnoecology in a changing world,” March 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Okanagan College Lecture Theatre, Vernon Admission $5 in advance or $7 at the door (tickets available at OSC). What can we learn from the traditional ways that indigenous peoples care for the natural resources around them? CANADIAN FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN CFUW lunch meeting March 15 at 11:15 a.m. at the Schubert Centre. Following social time and lunch we will be hearing from Tannis Nelson of Communities in Bloom. Visitors are welcome to join us. Contact Susan Beck 250-545-7753.
MARCH 16 THE VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB AGM Annual General Meeting March 16 at 7 p.m., Schubert Centre. Election of officers and 2010 memberships on sale. A slide presentation on Cycling in Cuba will be presented by two club members recently returned from their Cuban adventure. Refreshments served. New members welcome. BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meets March 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hospital boardroom. For more information, please call Sadie at 250-545-0253. VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY March 16 at noon, Visual Arts Presentation, Installation, hosting a series of presentations on the development in visual arts from Renaissance to contemporary art. For more info. please call 250-545-3173. PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Presented by North Okanagan Hospice Society, for families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. Topic for March 16 meeting is “Grief and Mourning in Pregnancy Loss.” Structured, educational support group explores a number of topics pertaining to grief surrounding pregnancy loss. Free drop-in program open to anyone who has experienced a pregnancy loss, regardless of how long ago the loss occurred. Parents may choose to talk or just listen. No one is asked to share if they don’t feel comfortable. Group meets first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Hospice House, 3502-26th Ave. No registration required. Meetings held in group room (enter through right-side administration door). For info., call Sheila or Leigh at 250-503-1800. VERNON BETTER BREATHERS MEET March 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the People Place, with speaker Veda Peters, BSN, B.C. Lung Health Educator on the topic, “Radon: is it in your Home?” Open to all with COPD and family and friends. Call Fran at 250-545-0233 for more information. SENIORS’ ACTIVITY CENTRE, ARMSTRONG 55 years or older and looking for something to do? Visit the Activity Centre for fun and friendship. Tuesdays it’s snooker from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Annual membership fee is $12. For more info., call Joy at 250-546-8907 or Nancy at 250-546-8158. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Open cribbage Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Come early for lunch! We also have Texas Hold’em Poker every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Newcomers please arrive at 6:30 p.m. for registration. Experience not necessary; we will teach you! We play for points, not money! You don’t have to be a legion member to
play, but if you would like to become a member, we would like to talk to you! Call 250-542-2696 for more info. SINGLE FRIENDS 50+ Weekly coffee, Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Red Barn, Polson Mall.
ABORIGINAL PARENTS AS LITERACY SUPPORTERS APALS helps family members and caregivers support their preschool or kindergarten-aged children’s early literacy development, Tuesdays from noon to 2 p.m. until June, at Métis Community Services, 2913B-29th Ave. (across from Friendship Centre). Healthy snacks, meet other parents and children. To register, call Susan Nelson at 250-317-2996. Join anytime; all welcome. FUN ‘N FITNESS CLASSES Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Enderby Seniors Complex. Featuring gentle aerobics, stretching and strengthening exercises in casual, friendly atmosphere. Comfy clothing, sturdy shoes advised. All ages welcome, 50 cents per drop-in, but if you come regularly, you are asked to pay yearly membership fee of $5. PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Presented by North Okanagan Hospice Society, for families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. Structured, educational support group explores a number of topics pertaining to grief surrounding pregnancy loss. The group is a free drop-in program open to anyone who has experienced a pregnancy loss, regardless of how long ago the loss occurred. Parents may choose to talk or just listen. No one is asked to share if they don’t feel comfortable. Group meets first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Hospice House, 3502-26th Ave. No registration required. Meetings held in the group room (enter through right-side administration door). For info., call Sheila or Leigh at 250-503-1800. POWERED PARAGLIDING CLUB Join the Okanagan Free Flyer’s Powered Paragliding Club and take to the skies under a paraglider with an easy foot-launched backpack model engine. Good chance to meet up with fellow pilots and cruise around the beautiful Okanagan. Meets Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Call James at 546-2812 or e-mail james@ gojoli.com for meeting times and more information. COCAINE ANONYMOUS MEETS Every Tuesday at 8 p.m., at the Gateway Shelter, 2800-33rd St. If you think you have a problem with cocaine, please join us. PAINTING AND DRAWING DROP-IN SESSIONS Vernon Community Arts Centre, Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Bring what you need and use our studio! Painting can be a solitary experience, so to combat the loneliness, we invite you to work in a non-instructional group environment, where you can meet new people and bounce ideas around! Members, $3; non-members, $4. Call 250-542-6243. VERNON NEW HOPE SUPPORT GROUP Meets at the People Place at 7 p.m., third Tuesday of each month. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETS Open meeting Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., (knock at the main door). Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive overeating using the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of OA. Meetings provide a fellowship of experience, strength and hope where members respect one another’s anonymity. Call 938-2253 for more information. GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS MEETS Every Tuesday at 7 p.m., the People Place, room 101, 3402-27th Ave. Call 250275-3289 for more information. FREEDOM GROUP MEETS Every Tuesday at 1 p.m., Upper Room Mission. This group is intended to give support to people who want to quit the use of hard drugs. While it does accept total abstinence, it does not require it to join. VERNON FLYING CLUB Meetings held every third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., at 6210 Tronson Rd. All welcome, and it’s not necessary to be a pilot or own an aircraft to join, just an interest in general aviation. For more information, call Bev Bonner at 549-7087. TUESDAY’S TOGETHER 55+ ladies group meets twice a month. Third Tuesday of the month, the ladies meet at the Seniors’ Drop-in at 11:30 a.m., 1751 Glencaird St., and carpool to a restaurant for lunch. The fourth Tuesday of the month, the ladies meet at the Seniors’ Drop-in for a social
from 1 to 3 p.m. For more info., call Olena at 547-8866. NORTH OKANAGAN ORCHID SOCIETY Meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Arts Centre. For more information, please call Elsie Gerdes at 250-546-1939. March 16, our speaker will be Gordon Heaps of Alberta on the topic, “Pests and Diseases of Orchids.” KIWANIS CLUB OF VERNON FOUR SEASONS Meets Tuesdays at noon at Schubert Centre. New members welcome. For more information, call 545-8650. ARMY, NAVY & AIRFORCE SPITFIRE UNIT #5 Open darts Tuesdays, 2500-46th Ave. Call 542-3277 for info. HALINA SENIORS CENTRE Bingo every Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. All 19 and over welcome. Call 250-542-2877.
SENIORS LUNCHES AT ARMSTRONG LEGION Wednesdays at noon at Branch 35 for $6. To reserve, call by noon on Tuesday, 546-8450. AA MEETING TUESDAYS Open mtg. (X), Upper Room Mission, 4:30 p.m., upstairs, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. Phoenix Topic meeting (X), open meeting 7 p.m., Albert Place, 361025th Ave., Vernon. Rocketed to the 4th Dimension group (H) open, 7:30 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr., Vernon. New Hope Group (H) open meeting, 8 p.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr., Vernon. Falkland meeting (X), open, 7:30 p.m., Community Church, behind Ranch Café, Chase Falkland Rd. (H). Handicap access (X) no access. OPEN DOOR GROUP Provides training, education and job placement services to people with disabilities. Sessions run Tuesdays at 1 p.m., at 3100-28th Ave. Call 260-4974. ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER LESSONS Offered by Independent Living Vernon for $2. We have time available Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Please call and book time at 250-545-9292. We are in the People Place, room 107. VERNON SENIORS OAPO #6 Meet March 16 at 1:30 p.m., Schubert Centre. Guest speaker is Wayne Kyle doing a presentation on funeral management with the Memorial Society of B.C. Be informed and save money. We encourage all our members to attend and bring a friend. Refreshments served.
UPCOMING GOOD FOOD BOX Volunteers needed to pack fresh produce, students welcome. Come anytime from 9 a.m. to noon, March 17 and 18, All Saints Anglican Church, 3207-27th St., Vernon. Call Diane for details at 250-306-7800. ST. PADDY’S DAY MIXED CARD PARTY Halina Seniors Centre (3310-37 Ave.) March 17. Cost $6, includes lunch. Call ahead to book a table at 250-542-2877. Prizes. VERNON & DISTRICT METIS ASSOCIATION Meets every third Wednesday of the month, potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by meeting at 7 p.m., Halina Centre. For more information contact William Gagné at 250-545-9415. SILVER STAR ADAPTIVE SNOW SPORTS (SSASS) Training for volunteer instructors for the 2010/11 ski season. SSASS is a volunteer-run program that teaches and assists the disabled in adaptive methods of alpine skiing and snowboarding. If you are a local or seasonal resident and looking for a satisfying challenge on the hill, call Peter Lawson at 250545-0016 to find out details of upcoming training March 19 through 21. Registration closes March 17. EMPTY BOWL FUNDRAISER March 17, Vernon Community Arts Centre, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and support the VCAC. Pick a hand-made bowl created by your favourite celebrity or artist, fill it with homemade Irish stew and when you’re done, take the bowl home, all for just $20! ODD FELLOWS MEET Every third Thursday of the month at the OAP Hall in Lumby and at 3300 Mabel Lake Park on the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. Call 250-547-9092 or 250-542-0616 for more information. COMMUNITY SENIORS’ FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON March 18 at 10:45 a.m., Vernon Full Gospel Tabernacle, 5871 Okanagan Landing Rd. Special music, special features, a delicious lunch, and Pastor George Fleming of Salmon Arm with a devotional message. Enjoy singing your favourite hymns with the Sing-Along Band led by Pastor Karl Janzen. Phone Lois at 250-549-8496 or Kathy at 250-558-1947.
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When your spirit has something to say, it travels around the whole world.” On Sunday, March 21 the spirit of Dance Cuba comes to the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre with a company of 17 dancers, six live musicians and a spirit that rhumbas. In a recent interview, Lizt Alfonso, the founder, director and principal choreographer of Dance Cuba, said dance is something that doesn’t need any great explanation. “We communicate everything through our movements,” she said. “Humanity first danced and made music before developing language to communicate between people. Our passion is to communicate a good spirit and energy to audiences around the world.” Alfonso said her goal is to see the audience leaving the theatre as better people, doing better things in their lives. So what does it mean to leave the show a better person, I asked her. “All around the world people are very much into ‘my life, my home, my family, my space.’ But life is more than that. Our company is more than that. It is like a huge family. Maybe we transmit that. You feel that. That’s what makes people feel they want to do better, to be better people, to change their lives. And that is what makes me happy. That is what I want.” Dancers join the company at the
age of six or seven training at least eight hours a day in a fusion of classical ballet, flamenco, bolero school (Spanish ballet) African groove and popular Cuban rhythms. In one split second of Cuban music, you might see classical ballet arms, flamenco hands and hips breathing to African groove. Alfonso birthed the company and the fusion in 1991, grafting a wide spectrum of training in all of these disciplines with a feeling of home and careful attention to good chemistry between the members of the company. “For us, it’s normal, because Cuban culture is Lisa Talesnick a combination of all of these things. Our culture inherits from Spain and from Africa and they complement each other. It’s in our blood.” Expression through movement from deep inside is essential to life, added Alfonso. I am reminded of a saying, that a culture without a dance will not survive for long. “It doesn’t matter what you say, but you need to express it,” Alfonso said. “For me, I would die if I didn’t move my body.” The history of Cuba has developed on the culture of dance. The rhumba, the mambo and the cha cha are the building blocks of Cuban society and have made the Caribbean nation famous for music and dance. “The message of music and dance penetrates deep in our soul,”
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Passion and thunderous clacking heels of flamenco collide in an unforgettable evening of dance at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sunday, March 21. Lizt Alfonso’s Dance Cuba is in residency at Havana’s Grand Theatre and has delighted audiences in the Cuban capital and around the world. said Alfonso. “Our culture is music and dance. This is our particular kind of passion. In other places it’s theatre, or writing or movies, it depends on the particular space of land.” Alfonso spoke with me from Charlottetown P.E.I., the home of Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green of Gables. “We have these books in Cuba,” she said. “It’s because you have something to say. When your spirit has something to say, it travels all
around the world.” Alfonso has watched audiences around the globe stand up at intermission and move their bodies in a new way. “It’s very joyful for me. It’s like electricity waking up.” She gives a tip for the Vernon audience: “Put everything aside and clear your minds to receive the energy and passion we have to give you.” Dance Cuba is a dazzling suite of succinct dances, each with a dif-
ferent title and concept. With an underlying theme of celebration and pride, each number heightens spirits and takes on its own striking persona, yet always harkening back to their Spanish, Cuban and AfroCuban roots. Dance Cuba is the fourth of five shows in the Vernon Performing Arts Society’s 2009/10 dance series. The show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $30 for adults, $27 for seniors and $25 students at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.
Kelowna artists show their view of the world at Vertigo Morning Star Staff
Susan Bizecki looks out in a vast white landscape –– a plane, she says that was once full of unwritten histories but is now carved out of the same edge. “(There are) two stories on different sides of the page, but they share the same space,” says the artist in describing her sculptures, which are now on display in her exhibition, White Edge, at Gallery Vertigo. A 2006 fine arts graduate from UBC Okanagan, Bizecki says the delicacy and “blankness” of her sculptures are an important component to her work. “The small details create the signature of each piece,” she said. “Light and shadow
impose three dimensionality where colour is not available.” Bizecki has been actively exhibiting throughout the Okanagan over the last few years as well as pursuing film and stage work. A recipient of the Operation Campus Enhancement award in 2006, her latest exhibition includes forms of houses using material that imposes restrictions, but allows great detail. The houses are a symbol of personal history, safety and privacy, said the artist. “The house is always new at one stage, and from there layered with the lives of the many inhabitants it may envelope. This dwelling is at times more transparent than others. Sometimes, we see a fraction of the story, some-
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times only its container,” she said. “Patience is necessary to build these forms. Each detail carved out is a part of the whole story, a factor in a new beginning, one that is contained in the safety and privacy of our homes.” Bizecki’s exhibition will be shown along with Vernon-born artist Kevin Michael Witzke’s Time Machine, Earth and Water, which features markings made by earth samples from the Okanagan. A fellow UBC-O fine arts grad, Witzke, who now works out of his studio in Kelowna, says he employs a process-oriented approach to his work. He thrives on unconventional techniques painting on canvas, paper and other materials, and his techniques are often inter-
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woven with core ideas. “I am not able to put my finger on it, or state what this energy is exactly, but the paintings that I am most happy with usually have a certain essence to them,” he said. “I want people to view my paintings and be moved emotionally, stop and linger with wonder, sensing that there is something sacred happening inside, and also between themselves and what they are seeing.” The exhibitions, along with Barbara HarderLutz’ Sketches at the Beaches of Fehmarn on the NOAA members wall and recent paintings by Jean MacDougall on the street-level window gallery, will be on display now until April 4. A closing reception takes place March 27 at 7 p.m.
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spin on the book of Job within the plot), which feels a lot like the Coen’s The Big Lebowski, only more grounded – too much to fully break down here, but know this: it’s a very intelligent, slickly crafted flick that, while difficult to describe, is easy to admire. The feature is playing tonight at 6:30 p.m. at Vernon’s Towne Cinema as part of the Vernon Film Society’s International Film Festival, which continues to Thursday. Admission is $6, or purchase a five-film pass for $25 at the Towne or the Bean Scene.
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an infant Henry VI, the eaders who like future ruler of England their historical and France. fiction set in a The Creation of Eve royal court are in for a treat this spring, as three by Lynn Cullen. The year is 1560; new titles are getting Elizabeth of Valois particularly outstanding (1544-68) has reviews. just become F r o m the third wife medieval of King Felipe France, to of Spain, and 16th centhe talented tury Spain female painter to Tudor Sofonisba England, Anguissola these novels has been are certainly Maureen Curry appointed art worthy of instructor to royalty: the young queen. The Queen’s Lover In a court filled with by Vanora Bennett. politics, from religious As the neglected debate to petty jealyoungest daughter ousies and forbidden of mad King Charles love affairs, these two VI and the shameless conflicted and often Queen Isabeau, French unhappy young women princess Catherine find in each other a de Valois (1401-37) much-needed friend endures a childhood and companion. filled with fear and Through the eyes of upheaval.
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Her only stable influence comes from her tutor, the renowned poet and writer Christine de Pizan. It is through Christine that Catherine first meets Owain Tudor, a young man descended from the once powerful royal family of Wales. Raised in England after his family’s capture and imprisonment, Owain now serves as a devoted page in Henry V’s household. Catherine and Owain develop a deep friendship, one that will sustain her through her brief marriage to the English king in the wake of his victory at Agincourt, widowhood, and role as mother of
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MARCH 2, theft from a vehicle in the 4300 block of 19th Avenue. Cash and identification were stolen. (10-3937) MARCH 1, theft from a vehicle in the 3100 block of 30th Avenue. The front window was broken and a black vinyl purse containing numerous cheques were stolen. (10-3896) MARCH 1, theft of a black Raleigh BMX MXR model bike. It was locked up in the owner’s front yard. The lock was cut off when it was stolen. (10-3850) FEB. 28, B&E and theft from a residence in the 7300 block of Silver Star Road. Entry was gained by breaking a window. A PVR and a Nintendo Wii were stolen. (10-3811) FEB. 28, B&E and theft to a residence in the 11200 block of Westside Road in Vernon. Entry gained through the door. At the time of the report it was not clear what was stolen. (10-3807)
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Notice is hereby given that the Regional Board of the Regional District of Central Okanagan will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested person or persons who deem their interest in property affected by the below-mentioned amendments to “Regional District of Central Okanagan Zoning Bylaw No. 871, 2000” and “Regional District of Central Okanagan Joe Rich Rural Land Use Bylaw No. 1195, 2007” The Public Hearing shall take place on Monday, the 22nd of March, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in the Woodhaven Board Room at the Regional District of Central Okanagan, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, B.C. 1. Bylaw No: 871-205 (Our File: Z09/10) Owners/Applicants: Martin Staley and Teresa Ingram Legal Description: Lot 71, Plan 11592, District Lot 2197, ODYD Location: Adjacent to Killarney Way Present Zoning: RU5 Small Lot Country Residential Requested Zoning: R2 Duplex Housing Purpose of the Bylaw in General Terms: In accordance with the bylaw amendment, the owners/applicants are proposing renovations to an existing legal non-conforming duplex on the subject property. 2. Bylaw No: 1195-03 (Our File: RLUB-09-01) Applicant: Regional District of Central Okanagan Purpose of the Bylaw in General Terms: The text and mapping amendments are proposed by Regional District staff to ensure that the Rural Land Use Bylaw remains consistent with Regional Board direction and policy, interpretation issues are corrected, and development trends are reflected. Some of the amendments are outlined as follows: Proposed Mapping Amendments: • Lot 1, Plan KAP75012, District Lot 1306, ODYD, located adjacent to Philpott Road, changing the designation from Rural Acreage (RA) to Service Commercial (C-102). • Crown land located in the vicinity of Philpott Road and Highway 33, as shown on Schedule ‘C’, changing the designation from Large Holdings (LH) to Park and Open Space (P-101).
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It was a three-peat performance for students from Okanagan Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Students in Free Enterprise at the 2010 Western Regional SIFE competition. Building on their record-setting performance from last year, the college business students are the first team in Western Canada to win first place in two categories three years in a row. SIFE Okanagan went up against 11 colleges and universities from four provinces in western Canada and finished first in the categories of Financial Literacy and in the Green Challenge. The students finished second in Entrepreneurship. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The SIFE Okanagan team put forth an incredible performance, not just in their presentation, but in the work they have done in completing projects to compete at the SIFE level,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Heather Banham, Associate Dean of Business. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two first places and a first runner-up is more than any single institution could expect. Every single member of the team was an ambassador for Okanagan College.â&#x20AC;? Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Travis Fleming, Jennifer Stefansson and Melissa Veregin teamed up with Vernon SIFE members Brant Jackson and Blake Lewis to compete in the HSBC SIFE Financial Education Challenge. The team won the title of first place, $1,500, and a berth to compete at the national competition later this May. Their award-winning project was based on the Young Entrepreneur Competition, the Bridges Youth Mentorship Program and Solutions Consulting. The team from Okanagan College outperformed teams from Simon Fraser University, the University of Regina, Mount Royal University, British Columbia Institute of Technology and Northern Alberta Institute of Technology to
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Greener elementary school program. Okanagan Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entrepreneurship team was edged out of first place by Brandon University, finishing second and earning a prize of $1,000. The team of Brittany Sjoblom (Vernon), Mike Cestas (Vernon), Jill Konduc (Kelowna), Aman Sandhu (Kelowna) and Brandi Callaghan (Kelowna)presentedontheYoungEntrepreneur Competition, the Student Entrepreneurship Club, and Solutions Consulting. They finished ahead of the University of Calgary, the University of Saskatchewan, and Simon Fraser University. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The level of competition at SIFE events
continues to rise,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Kyleen Myrah, SIFE Okanagan faculty advisory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is so inspiring to see what all these students are achieving in their own communities. Top finishes for the SIFE Okanagan team once again demonstrates that these students are among the very best in the country.â&#x20AC;? Based on results from the Western Regionals, Okanagan College will send three teams to Calgary to compete at the National SIFE Competition from May 10 -12. SIFE Okanagan will compete for national honours in three categories including: Financial Literacy, the Green Challenge, and the overall national team challenge.
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The Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board has announced Brenda Moshansky of Peachland will serve as president for the 2010/2011 term. She was installed along with 11 directors at OMREBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual general meeting March 9. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a challenging and exciting time to become president,â&#x20AC;? said Moshansky. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am very proud to represent the professional realtors of the Okanagan, Shuswap and Revelstoke areas, and of the boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in furthering professionalism through continuing education.â&#x20AC;? Among Moshanskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goals are continuing to raise the
â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a challenging and exciting time.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Brenda Moshansky profile of the board and working with local governments and other stakeholders to enhance housing opportunities for families.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am hopeful that improved affordability driven by low mortgage rates and moderate home prices will allow more first-time buyers to enter the market this year, and will encourage investors to develop more rental opportunities for those who are not in a position to buy,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As consumer confidence strengths and the Okanagan moves towards economic recovery during 2010, more buyers and sellers will be able to reach their housing goals.â&#x20AC;? George Cwiklewski of Kelowna was officially installed as the vice-president of the board of directors. Among the directors for the coming term are Vernonbased realtors Howard Neufeld, Joe Pearson and Darcy Griffiths.
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am bound and determined to figure out how Ernst Shakelton’s navigator, Frank Worsley, was able to determine their exact location in the storm-tossed Antarctic Ocean. While the adventures of the sailing vessel, Endurance, are quite remarkable, the real story is about how Worsley used a sextant to figure out not only where they were lost, but how to get where they were going. So I am learning to use the sextant, which is all about determining angles of sight lines between horizons and heavenly bodies. The whole exercise of figuring out where you are is about applying corrections to the formula. A correction for the sextant itself, a correction for the time of day, another for how light bends when you take a horizon shot. It’s not much different Dave Ellis from taking a snapshot of an investment, and applying a series of corrections to get your expected rate of return. Let’s suppose you want exposure to the Global Utility Stock Index. There many ways to get there. You could buy an index share, open- or closed-end mutual funds, or a bond that promises to match the index. As an example, we’ll say the index is at 100, and over the year, it rises to 112 (12 per cent). The index share will likely hold a group of stocks designed to mimic the index holdings, but it also collects dividends. Typically an index will not buy and sell securities, nor will it manage the trends within the industry. The strategy is to hold, collect, distribute. In this example, a 3.6 per cent dividend is collected, and the cost of running the index is a mere 0.6 per cent a year. You should expect a combination of the 12 per cent rise and three per cent dividend. The next venue is managed mutual funds. The open- and closed-end packages are similar in that managers hope to identify trading opportunities so they can outperform the index. They also collect dividends, but typically have higher costs associated
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YOU AND THE LAW EMPLOYEES ALSO ON HOOK FOR QUITTING JOB By Janice Mucalov, LL.B. Most people know that an employer must give reasonable notice (or pay in lieu) when letting an employee go. But did you know that an employee has a similar obligation to give reasonable notice when quitting? Depending on the circumstances, an employee may also owe other duties to their boss – and “punitive damages” can be awarded against the employee for breaking those duties if their behaviour is particularly outrageous. Take the recent case of nine investment advisors, five assistants and a branch manager who jumped ship from the Cranbrook office of Dominion Securities to join Merrill Lynch, resulting in the virtual collapse of the Dominion Securities office. Dominion Securities sued Merrill Lynch and its former employees. The BC Supreme Court awarded more than $2 million in compensation to Dominion Securities – the defecting employees were individually responsible for paying varying amounts. One reason behind the court’s Nick decision was because the Dominion Securities staff had each broken the implied term of their employment contract to give reasonable notice of quitting. (The implied term is to allow an employer time to find a replacement or adapt to the loss in some other way.) After Merrill Lynch approached the Dominion Securities branch manager, the staff left as a group on almost no notice, “knowing that their departure would leave the branch virtually unable to function at all for at least several days,” said the court. The $2 million (plus) damage award included Dominion Securities’ lost profits during the reasonable notice period (which the court decided was two-and-a-half weeks in this case), nominal damages because the defecting employees didn’t give reasonable notice, and compensatory damages for five additional years of lost profits. It also included punitive damages of $250,000 against the raiding firm
of Merrill Lynch and $5,000 against each investment advisor for their misconduct in taking confidential client information to Merrill Lynch to have it copied before they left Dominion Securities. The case was appealed to the BC Court of Appeal. The judge giving the majority decision for the BC Court of Appeal said she couldn’t think of any case in BC before this where a “master” (employer) has sued a “servant” (employee) for damages for quitting before the end of the reasonable notice period – though there are lots of cases where employees sue employers for firing them without reasonable notice. But because a contract of service or employment is an example of a contract in general, an employer is entitled to the employee’s services during a reasonable notice period, and to be compensated for any resulting loss if the employee quits before then.
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But the BC Court of Appeal didn’t agree with the lower court’s decision that employees have a duty not to unfairly compete with their existing or former employer. (The situation is different if you’ve signed a “non-competition” agreement.) In today’s mobile world, you’re entitled to look for and negotiate a new job with a new boss while employed (so long as you give reasonable notice and work to the end of that period). But there are limits on the kind of information you can take with you. The court ultimately reduced the compensation for Dominion Securities’ lost profits just to $40,000 during the two-and-a-half-week notice period, but it upheld the punitive damages against the defecting employees and Merrill Lynch. Permission to appeal the BC Court of Appeal’s decision to the Supreme Court of Canada has been sought.
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Jacqueline Joan Haupt On March 9, 2010, Mrs. Jacqueline Joan Haupt (nee Smedley) passed away peacefully at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home in Kamloops, BC at the age of 68 years. Jacque is survived by her loving husband Larry, daughters Jodi (Murray) Beamish of Trail, BC and Heidi (Lawrence) Cheung of Edmonton, AB and son Dennis (Tracy) of Kamloops. She will be remembered by her grandchildren Matthew Beamish, Avery and Oliver Cheung; also by her sister Gwen Booy, her brothers Bruce (Veronica) Smedley and George (Karen) Smedley and her cousin Brian Dopson. Jacqueline is predeceased by her father and mother Jack and Joan Smedley and her grandson Nathan Beamish. Jacque was born in Williams Lake, BC. Her family later moved to Trail, BC where she graduated from JL Crowe High School. She moved to Kamloops in 1968 with daughter Jodi and began work at Agriculture Canada, where she met Larry. In 1972 they eloped to the Hitchin’ Post in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Her bouquet was a sheaf of wheat gathered in a nearby field. After Heidi and Dennis were born she went back to work, this time with the Ministry of Social Services. Jacque worked with the Ministry until 1993 when she was first diagnosed with cancer. After years of remission she was again struck with cancer and taken from us. Jacque loved to quilt and visit with her many friends from quilting. She was an avid reader and enjoyed sketching and learning to paint water colours. Her creations have enriched us all in many ways. The greatest thing we will miss is being greeted by her beautiful smile.
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Raymond Aimes Gratton passed away peacefully at Vernon on Tuesday, March 9, 2010. Born on July 13, 1931 at Edam, Saskatchewan, Ray was one of thirteen children born to Marie Jeanne Imboult and John Baptist Gratton. At a very young age Raymond left the farm to come west to British Columbia. At Prince George he spent many years in the logging industry. Ray married Adeline Denis in 1953 and raised a family. In 1990 he moved to Armstrong for his retirement years, and then five years ago moved to Vernon. Raymond was predeceased by his parents, four brothers, one sister and long time friend and companion Karola Hutter. He will be lovingly remembered by seven children; twelve grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two sisters; four brothers; two sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
V2C 2T1. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to Dr. Avanessian, the staff at Royal Inland Hospital and the staff at Kamloops Hospice Home. Their wonderful care sustained both Jacque and Larry, and the family, over many years. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.schoenings.com Arrangements entrusted to Schoening Funeral Service, telephone 250–374–1454.
Joel Nathan Purcell was born on January 16th, 1983 in Mission, B.C. and passed away suddenly on March 9th, 2010 in Vernon, B.C. at the age of 27 years. Joel will be lovingly remembered and forever cherished by his parents; Frank & Kathy, his brother; Jed, his grandmothers; Anna Marie Hollinger of Salmon Arm, B.C. and Marie Smith of Halifax, Nova Scotia as well as numerous cousins, extended family members and friends. Joel was preceded in death by two grandfathers; Frank Purcell and Maurice Smith. A Funeral Service will be held at Bethel Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Father Dale Normandeau officiating. A Reception will follow in the Tea Room at Bethel Funeral Chapel after which interment will take place at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Joel to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C. #4 – 1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 9M9. Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605 – 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 (250) 542-1187
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Gerard “Peter” Bell Gerard “Peter” Bell aka Pete, born December 23, 1933 at Vancouver, B.C. passed away after a brief illness on March 7, 2010 at the Salmon Arm Hospital. Predeceased by his infant sister Charlotte, mother, Bridget Delia Bell and father, Peter Bell, Pete will be fondly remembered by his many friends and “acquired” family. Come for a coffee to celebrate Pete’s life on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at the Enderby Legion Hall. Arrangements and cremation in the care of Personal Alternative Funeral Services, Armstrong, 250 546-7237
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A Celebration of Life Tea will be held 3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 27 at Personal Alternative Funeral Services, 2980 Smith Drive, Armstrong. 250-546-7237.
There will be no funeral service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Crescent S., Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 or the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation, Cancer Services Fund, 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC
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EVANS, Allen Llewellyn Allen Evans passed away peacefully in Vernon Jubilee Hospital on March 1st, 2010 at the age of 76 years. He is survived by his loving children: one son and daughter-in-law, Ron (Brenda) of Kelowna, three daughters and sons-in-law: Allana (Rick) Falkner of Kelowna, Patricia Evans of Kelowna and Vicki (Blair) Lekstrom of Dawson Creek, BC, seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. A private family service will be held at a later date. Those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Allen may do so to the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, 4 - 1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. Arrangements had been entrusted to Pleasant Valley Funeral Home 250-542-4333
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Eugene passed away peacefully in the arms of his family after a short but courageous battle with cancer at the age of 66 years. Eugene was born in Vernon, BC and moved to Calgary to attend the Alberta College of Art. He enjoyed a very successful career as a fine artist and graphic designer, and eventually became a Design Instructor at the Alberta College of Art and Design. He is sadly missed by his wife Dorothy and his children Mieko (Kim), Jason and Kevin, by his brothers Lester (Diane), Ron and Conrad (Doreen), his sister Marie (Gus) and dear friends, family and colleagues across Canada. Eugene was predeceased by his brothers Bob (Connie) and John, and by his parents Edward and Betty Ouchi. A Celebration of Eugene's life will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 – 4 Street N.W., Calgary on Saturday March 20, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made directly to the “ACAD Eugene Ouchi Scholarship Fund”, c/o ACAD 1407 – 14 Avenue N.W. Calgary, AB T2N 4R3. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.net. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM Telephone: 403-297-0888 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
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FOUND: Collection of framed family photos & art pieces in plastic bag near Ewings Landing area, Westside Rd. Call to identify. 250-558-7810
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1028 - “Nemo” - Grey, long hair, slim n.male, blue collar with bell, tattoo. Bellevue Dr., off Okanagan Ave. Reward. 1030 - “Whiskers” - Brown tabby, black down back, sht.hair, sp.female, tattoo. 26th Ave., below Bella Vista. Reward. 1031 - “Hermione” - Grey tabby, black stripes, sht.hair, sp.female. Tronson Rd., near Beachcomber Rd. Reward. 1032 - “Lightening” - Grey, white bib & paws, white stripe on face, sht.hair, young n.male, tattoo. Prospect Drive off Bella Vista. Reward.
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1027 - Orange tabby, sht.hair, young male, friendly. Harwood area. Jan 20/10. 1029 - Orange tabby, white bib & paws, unusual marking by nose, sht.hair, med. size, male. Silver Star Rd., nr. BX School. Feb. 10/10.
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Norman LaLonde Born in Faust, Alberta, March 2, 1938, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, March 11, 2010, in Vernon, British Columbia, after a brave battle with cancer. He is survived by: his wife Barbara, to whom he was married eighteen years; sons Wilf and Ray; daughters Joyce and Monique; step-son Steve; step-daughters Susan and Tammy; 19 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. Also survived by brothers John, Roger, Stanley; sisters Julie, Delphine, Darlene, Melvina, Judy, Pearl, Lillian. Norman spent most of his life in B.C., working as a millwright. He had a passion for evangelism and travelled to many countries with Christian ministries, preaching the Word. He had a heart for the down-and-outer as well as the up-and-outer, and was always ready with an encouraging word. He was on the board of Prayer Canada for many years. He spent a few years as a church custodian in Surrey and then moved to Vernon where he was called to be Pastor of the Open Valley Cowboy Church for six years. Celebration of Norm’s life will be held 1:30 p.m., Monday, March 15, 2010, at Alexis Park Church, 3906 – 35 A Street, Vernon, with Pastor Eldon Schultz officiating. Private burial in Armstrong/ Spallumcheen Cemetery preceded service. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may make memorial donations to Teen Challenge, 4550 Glenmore Rd., Winfield, BC V4V 1L7. Special thanks to Dr. A DeBeer and staff at Hospice House. Expressions of sympathy may be sent by e-mail to armstrong@pafs.net. PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Armstrong, 250-546-7237, in care of arrangements.
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Eileen Evelyn Dempsey
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March 20, 1929 – March 10, 2010
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother and grandmother who passed away peacefully on March 10th in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Fred, children Dan (Ruth) of Victoria, Deb (Arch) of Winnipeg, Bob (Michelle) of Barrie, Rick of Edmonton, Rachael (Craig) of Coldstream and daughter-inlaw Wendy of Edmonton along with brothers Dale (Joan) of Winnipeg and Ray (Judy) of Belleville. She is also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren – Stephanie, Jason, Jamie, Jennifer, Raylene, Erin and James along with a host of nieces and nephews. Eileen was predeceased by her father and mother, Earl and Evelyn, brother Don and son Daryl.
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Born in Milestone, Saskatchewan to humble prairie roots, Eileen was the first of four children born to Earl and Evelyn McClelland. As a young teenager she moved with her family to Regina in 1942 where they resided on Elphinstone and Retallack Streets prior to moving into 744 Rae Street, an address that in later years became synonymous with “Granny and Grandpa” when Eileen had her own children. She met the love of her life, Fred, in Calgary early in 1951. She married the young RCAF airman the following August and six happy children ensued in the years to come as the family moved from Hamilton to Ottawa, Calgary and finally Edmonton in 1964 where they spent the better part of four decades. These were wonderful years as the family dug deep roots in Edmonton, Eileen having worked at Sears for over 15 years. The long road trips by car of the 1950s and 60s to visit family soon gave way to air travel as Fred and Eileen flew far and wide across Canada and abroad to visit their children, including to Germany and Hong Kong. Their retirement home eventually became Vernon, a community they enjoyed very much. Mom always loved her little garden and flowers but for her the most important thing in life was her children and grandchildren, whom she cherished.
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The family would like to thank Eileen’s doctors and the staff of the Vernon Jubilee Hospital who provided such excellent care to her during her visits over the past few years. We will always be grateful for your compassionate care.
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Funeral services will take place on Monday, March 15th at 11:00 AM at Bethel Funeral Chapel Ltd., 5605 - 27 Street, Vernon. Interment of cremated remains to follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery. A reception in honour of Eileen’s long life will be held back at Bethel following interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Respiratory Department, 2101 - 32nd Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5L2. To Mom You were there for us all from the very start A wonderful mother with a generous heart. You carried yourself with humility and pride with a beautiful smile you could never hide. A lady and our hero you will always be the one who lived with such dignity. We miss you dearly and wish you were here but then realize you will always be near. For you are the sun that shines above, you are the rainbows that we all love. You are the breeze that gently blows past, that beautiful butterfly we can almost grasp. Thank you for the lessons you taught us all, to always be brave and always stand tall. Now you’re with God, you’ve stood the test. Your pain is over – you’ve earned your rest. Remember we love you and always will, we only wish time could have stood still. – In our hearts forever –
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NOEES requires an individual to fill a new full-time position. A complete job description is available at www.noees.com Closing date: Friday March 19th 2010, 4:00pm Apply by mail: NOEES Lynn Belsher, Executive Director 102 – 3201 30th Street Vernon BC V1T 9G9 By fax: (250) 545-5418 By email: lynn.belsher@noees.com
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Part time CDA needed for busy progressive dental practice. Possible long term and full time opportunity. Please fax resume to Aberdeen Dental at 250-545-3311 or email Dr. Koshea: drkoshea@hotmail.com
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White Valley Parks and Recreation is looking for applicants to fill positions during the spring and summer at the Lumby Pool. Applicants must possess current NLS and WSI certifications and include proof of such in their resumes. Hours of work include day, evening and weekend shifts. Please submit resume and cover letter by 4:00 pm, April 1, 2010 To Village of Lumby, Box 430, Lumby, V0E 2G0 • Att: Monique Fortin Fax 250 547-6894 or recreation@lumby.ca Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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FRANCHISE AVAILABLE The Leader in the healthy fast casual food industry is now expanding into Kelowna, Westbank, Vernon, Penticton, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Revelstoke and Merritt, and is granting franchises to qualified applicants. Featuring: Smoothies and Fresh Squeezed Juices Wraps, Paninis, Salads and Soups Herbal Teas and Organic Coffees For information on this rare franchise opportunity, contact us today at
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CITY OF ARMSTRONG JOB OPPORTUNITY The City of Armstrong is looking for a Clerk-Typist II to join our team. We seek a dedicated individual who likes to work with people, enjoys challenges and has a proven ability to meet deadlines with close attention to detail. You must have at least two years of progressive office experience with strong computer skills and an aptitude for learning. If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please visit our website located at www.cityofarmstrong. bc.ca for full details or you may call (250) 5463023 to have the documents emailed or faxed to you. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 24, 2010 by 5:00 p.m.
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There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $29/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Government funding may be available.
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TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. currently has vacancies in for the following positions: • HR ADMINISTRATOR, Armstrong Division • • CREDIT SPECIALIST (3-6 Month Term), Corporate Office, Vernon • Tolko is a forest products company with marketing, resource management and manufacturing operations throughout Western Canada. We are an equal opportunity employer. TO APPLY: If you are interested in exploring one of these opportunities and being a part of our community please visit our website at: www.tolko.jobs and submit your resume by March 19, 2010.
COMPOSITE RESEARCH NETWORK The Composite Research Network (formerly the Okanagan Composite Research Network) is a cooperative of industry & academic partners committed to the development and support of the composites industry in our region. Operating under the umbrella of the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters and in partnership with the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program and other organizations the CRN has expanded its activities over the past two years, and is now seeking a candidate for the position of
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Under the direction of the CRN Board of Directors, The Executive Director will provide leadership and overall management for CRN as it expands its role as the premier research and development organization facilitating industry driven technical & training projects, funding mechanisms and resource requirements for the region’s composite sector. Key focal activities will include Operational & Business Development, Operations Management & Communications. If you possess in-depth knowledge of the management process as it applies to growth and long-term planning, are confident in your marketing, financial, leadership, communication & project management skills, have a proven technical background in the composite sector and are intrigued by this opportunity to positively impact the success of the regional composite industry, please submit your expression of interest, including your resume, to compositeresearchnetwork@gmail.com no later than March 19, 2010. For more detailed job information, please visit https://sites.google.com/site/ compositeresearchnetwork.
DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this exempt position performs a variety of clerical, secretarial and administrative work in keeping public and confidential records, and providing administrative support to the Chief Administrative Officer, Council, Committees, and other senior staff. Hours of work: • The normal workday from Monday to Friday shall consist of a scheduled period of 7½ hours of work between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. • Generally one evening per week, the Executive Assistant will be required to attend and take minutes at a variety of public and committee meetings that begin after the end of the workday. On those meeting days, the workday start shall be delayed to allow for a total of 7½ hours of work. • The District has a compressed work schedule. For each workday of 7½ hours worked, ½ hour is accrued towards one day off (flex time) every three weeks. The salary range for this position is competitive and includes a full range of benefits. A detailed job description is posted on our website at www.districtofcoldstream.ca. Please submit your résumé and a covering letter by 4:00 p.m. on April 1, 2010, to: Mail: Human Resources Department District of Coldstream 9901 Kalamalka Road Coldstream, BC V1B 1L6 Fax: 250-545-4733 Email: info@districtofcoldstream.ca Enquiries should be directed to Irma Breitkreutz at 250-545-5304 or info@districtofcoldstream.ca. The District of Coldstream wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Mail to 350-B 30 St. NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1J2 or email info@kingschristian school.com Cheery disposition, qualiďŹ ed nanny is needed in our home for happy, friendly, little boy 8am-5pm Wed-Sat inclusive. Sunday, Monday, Tuesdays are free. Starting March 24. Breakfast & Lunch provided, should have own transportation, wage negotiable. Send resume to 4440 Crawford Rd Armstrong, BC V0E 1B4 or email to hokholdinc@telus.net, or phone cell 250-306-7005
TICKET SELLER BOX OFFICE Permanent Part-Time Ticketing Agent The Ticket Seller Box OfďŹ ce seeks a part time ticketing agent. The successful candidate will work up to 20 hours per week including some evenings and weekends. Exemplary customer service skills are required, and strong basic computing skills are an asset. Please drop off a resume at the Box OfďŹ ce, located in the Performing Arts Centre at 3800 - 33rd Street, between the hours of 9:30 am 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Full Time / Part Time Pharmacist 650 sq. ft. clinic pharmacy in Vernon medical building is seeking a progressive pharmacist interested in expanding professional services. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Competitive wage commensurating with experience. Interested parties please contact Todd Dew at Hogarthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clinic Pharmacy, 250-545-3660 fax 250-545-4392 email: hogarth@relcomsys.com.
ACCOUNTING CLERK/ BOOKKEEPER
www.planetbeach.ca Required Immediately Part / Full Time Receptionist / Sales Person Spa Consultants We are a new and innovative franchise looking for ENERGETIC & MOTIVATED staff to work in the spa location and around Vernon and area. Membership sales & management experience is an asset. If you enjoy health and wellness, working with people and earning commission while doing so, then you are the person we are looking for! EMAIL your resume to: jacquelinecorkle@gmail.com
WANTED CUSTOM HOME INSTALLER/ SALESPERSON Contract position for a home electronic background installation installer. Good salary base plus bonuses and commission. Experience is an asset! Please drop off resumes to 3107 - 48th Ave., Vernon
Help Wanted Licensed Pesticide Applicator wanted immediately for full time position in the North Okanagan. Must have previous experience, knowledge of pesticide use and application and a valid BC driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Clean, smoke free work environment. Will be required to do some pruning and chipping. Wages based on experience. Advancement available. Send resume to resumes@arborcare.com or Fax to 888-817-2939 Attention â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Local builder requires carpenter/helper with vehicle & tools 10-20hrs week. Must be willing to perform multiple duties & have a great attitude. Drop resume to: #201-3006 32 Ave. LOCAL business requires a full-time, permanent bookkeeper to join our team. We are looking for a person who has 3-5 years experience in accounting/bookkeeping and must be proďŹ cient in Simply Accounting and Excel. Applicant must have a keen eye to detail, be organized and be able to work well independently as well as part of a team. Please reply to Box4 C/O The Morning Star. 4407 25th Ave, Vernon BC V1T 1P5 Looking for experienced concrete ďŹ nisher. Vehicle a must. Top rates. phone (250)9380299, Fax: 250-542-2831 Looking for Production Workers for afternoon shifts, approx. 30hrs a week. Please drop resumes off on Tuesday March 16th between 2 and 4pm ONLY! 4407 25th Ave. Please come in building through side door in the parking lot. Ask for Chris or Alan. Pizza cook required immediately, must be 19 years of age or older, weekend nights. Apply in person #4-100-Kal Lake Rd, Uncle Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s between 11-5 Mon-Fri. P/T Male Care Aide for male Quadrapelegic. Reply to Box #12 c/o The Morning Star 4407 25th Ave. Vernon BC V1T 1P5 STUDENTS Spring Break Cash. Ages 11 & up earn up to $40/day. 1-866-856-5655
GENERAL Laborer req. to work with Brush Clearing Crews. Working in the Southern Int. Seasonal & Full Time. Drivers licence and clean abstract reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. First Aid Cert., Herbicide Cert. are assets. Fax resume: 250-861-8737 Horse Training facility requires an assistant. Duties are feeding, stall cleaning, barn clean up, grooming, saddling, possibly some riding. Must have experience with horses. Supply references. 1 bdrm apartment included in wage. Reply to Box 25 C/o The Morning Star, 4407-25 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 INDUSTRIAL SEWING MACHINE OPERATOR Industrial sewing experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate with a strong sewing background. Piece rate earns trained sewers $15-$20/hr equivalent. Some ďŹ&#x201A;exibility of hours. Apply: By mail: ALPINE SPA COVERS LTD, 2103-43rd St, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 6K7, By E-mail: kmontsion@alpinespacovers.com
By fax: (250) 542-1788 LAWN technician needed for the coming season. Must have Pesticide Applicators licence. Clean driving abstract. E-mail skibum1@telus.net or call (250) 545-9590 to arrange interview.
Career Opportunities Nixon Wenger is the largest law firm in the North Okanagan offering flexible hours, competitive salaries, and great benefits including RRSP contributions. We provide interesting work in a positive and supportive environment, with opportunities for career growth and development. Join this well-established and growing law firm for a dynamic and rewarding career. For a list of current job postings, please visit the Careers page on our website: www.nixonwenger.com or contact Theresa Jones, Office Manager by phone or email: tj@nixonwenger.com
Mountain View Electric Ltd. (located 20 minutes from Vernon and Salmon Arm), has an opening for the position of Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper. We are looking for a person who has â&#x20AC;˘ thorough knowledge of accounting/bookkeeping principles and practices â&#x20AC;˘ 3-5 years of broad accounting/bookkeeping experience â&#x20AC;˘ well versed in Microsoft OfďŹ ce, knowledge of Jonas software an asset but not required â&#x20AC;˘ self motivated, works independently as well as part of a team â&#x20AC;˘ strong customer service focus
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Please forward resume to the attention of Ronaye Freed, CMA Box 467 Enderby, BC V0E 1V0 Fax: 250-838-6732 Email: ronayef@sunwave.net
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Help Wanted
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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT: First Aid Attendant, Waterfront Director & Senior Counselors needed for children’s summer camp, see www.camphurlburt.com “staff” for details. Closing date April 19th, 2010.
TERI’S HAIRPORT is looking for a P/T receptionist. Must be flexible. Not suitable for students. Apply in person w/resume at Village Green Mall, Attn: Lynn
The Longhorn Pub is seeking experienced servers & bartenders. Must be able to work in a fast paced friendly atmosphere & available for a variety of shifts. Competitive wage & benefit package. Please apply in person to Eric 4513 25th Ave, Vernon.
Buying, Selling?
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTH OKANAGAN
LIFEGUARDS The Regional District of North Okanagan is seeking lifeguards to fill positions at Lakeview Park Wading Pool (Peanut Pool) and Lavington Wading Pool for July and August, 2010. Applicants must be 16 years of age and hold a current N.L.S. Certificate. Shifts are 12 hours to 24+ hours per week. A detailed list of duties / responsibilities, along with further information regarding the Regional District of North Okanagan may be viewed on our website at www.rdno.ca. These positions offer a starting wage of $12.00 per hour. Applications, quoting Competition No. 10-04 will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2010 to: Human Resources Officer Regional District of North Okanagan 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC V1B 2K9 Fax: (250) 550-3723 e-mail: hr@rdno.ca Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No telephone or e-mail enquiries please.
The Corporation of the
City of Vernon EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
SECRETARY I / RECEPTION - Finance (Part Time - Temporary) May 25 - July 2, 2010 approximately Competition #: 17-COV-10 Closing Date: Internal Applicants — March 15, 2010 External Applicants — March 22, 2010 Rate of Pay: $23.35 per hour (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Band: 3 — Schedule A (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, hours vary between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm --------------------------------
SECRETARY I - Information Services (Full Time - Permanent) Competition #: 10-COV-10 Closing Date: Internal Applicants — March 15, 2010 External Applicants — March 19, 2010 Rate of Pay: $23.46 per hour (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Band: 4 — Schedule A (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, hours 8:30 am to 4:30 pm *This position requires a technologically savvy indvidual. --------------------------------
CASHIER - Finance (Part Time - Temporary) May 11 - July 9, 2010 approximately Competition #: 18-COV-10 Closing Date: Internal Applicants — March 16, 2010 External Applicants — March 23, 2010 Rate of Pay: $24.57 per hour (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Band: 5 — Schedule A (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, hours vary between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm --------------------------------
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Finance (Part Time - Temporary) May 11 - August 2010 approximately Competition #: 19-COV-10 Closing Date: Internal Applicants — March 16, 2010 External Applicants — March 23, 2010 Rate of Pay: $21.22 per hour (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Band: 2 — Schedule A (as per CUPE, Local 626, Vernon Civic Employees Collective Agreement) Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, hours vary between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm NOTE: Primary responsibilities are data entry in the Finance Deparment. -------------------------------Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for complete job descriptions and method of application.
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time, Day. Salary: (Full Benefits) is negotiable and will be compensated based on related experience and education. Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible. Location: Armstrong, British Columbia. Skill Requirements: Education: Post Secondary Education. Experience: Minimum of two years working in an office environment with similar tasks and duties. Specific Skills: Establish work priorities, Ensure deadlines are met, Ensure procedures are followed, Carry out administrative activities, Reports, Review, Evaluate and implement new administrative procedures. Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, Professionalism, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Finding information, Computer use, Comfortable in public environment. How to Apply: (Attn: Admin Posting Armstrong) By Fax: (250) 542-0057. By e-mail: mkross98@gmail.com
THE Self Employment Program may help you start your own business. Unemployed people can call NOEES at 250-545-0585 or email joanne@noees.com for information. El eligibility criteria will apply. Funded in whole or part through the Canada- British Columbia Labour Market
SEEKING A NURTURING CARE HOME for an extraordinary 18 year old who has autism. You must be loving and fun, provide a stable environment, have an active, healthy lifestyle and be enthusiastic about life. You will be rewarded by a young man who loves meeting people, has numerous interests and who will bring joy. A happy couple and previous experience is preferred. Vernon area. If you think you are the perfect match, please send your resume in confidence to: joy4tune52@yahoo.com
Computer Services
Work Wanted
Development Agreement.
Hospitality Looking for a retired or a semi-retired couple to work as relief managers 2 days/week for a small Vernon hotel. Prefer a motel/hotel mgnt background or similar experience. although we will train the right individuals. Call Ed 250-9389944.
Trades, Technical ROOFING FOREMAN
Req. for Mid - City Roofing based in Kamloops. BUR, Torch, Single ply (TPO & PVC). Must have own transportation & valid class 5 D.L.
Good Wages & Benefits Package. Please call 250.376.7663
Work Wanted AUTO PAINTING Body Work - Rust Repair Free Estimates ** Affordable Prices ** 35 yrs. Experience “QUALITY WORK”
DUMP RUNS, ODD JOBS, HOUSE & YARD CLEAN UP. Call Paul (250)550-4256
Computer Services
MicroSolve Computer Solutions
In the convenience of your Home Computer Troubleshooting, Repair, Performance Maintenance & Virus Control. Personalized in-home Computer Training with your programs, Internet, E-mail, scanner, camera, printer & cleaning up harddrive.
542-8620
WE DO IT ALL! • PC Hardware Troubleshooting • Virus, Spyware & Adware Removal • Computer Data Backup Arrangements • Hard Drive Data Recovery
14 years serving the community
KELPRO COMPUTERS 2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 669-0561
Help Wanted
Contact Workfirst 250-545-5764 Handymen Services Home & Mechanical repairs (Appl & small engines) Window cleaning,painting, pressure washing, ODD jobs, dump runs. 250-550-9099. Mark’s Yard Maintenance Tree pruning, hedges, yard clean up, dump runs & tree removal. Call (250)307-0683 Mobile Crane & Trailer Service, 9-ton lift capacity, 50’ stick, 40-ton deck winch. Nathan Webb 250-803-3571. NEILS Handyman. Yard clean up, rubbish removal, carpets, appliances, bsmn’ts & garages cleaned out, dump runs, small painting jobs. Vernon & Armstrong 250-546-2997 Pruning, fruit trees, junipers, hedges, yard clean up, rototilling. Call Eric (250)306-3408 Tree Pruning / Tree Removal, $70 dump runs, odd jobs. Free estimates.(250)549-3767 Tree pruning/tree removal, yard cleanup, dumpruns. 250309-0975.
Alternative Health
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Fencing CEDAR FENCE PANELS, 1-800-838-6036 Armstrong FENCE POST Installation, Excavating, Trenching, and Brush Cleaning. Great rates. No transport fee. Call Ly at 250-308-5403.
Floor Refinishing/ Installations Carpet & Lino Repairs & Restretches, Hardwood Flooring Installations, 27yrs exp. 778475-4547.
Lawn & Garden ALLIUM LAWN CARE Spring Clean-ups & Lawn Maintenance. Experienced & Insured. Call Wesley @ 250-307-4933
Handypersons Indoor/Outdoor Handyman Services, equip provided. Reasonable rates. (250)306-4136
Home Improvements
Ken - 250-558-0102
™
Cheryl Andrus Microsoft Professional + Internet Microsoft Certified System Engineer A+ Service Technician
DAY HIRES Skilled and Unskilled Labourers available for both BUSINESSES and RESIDENTIAL “Seasonal Pickers, Landscaping & Yard Maintenance Skilled Trades People”
Countertops QUARTZ the best stone for countertop surfaces. 156 colors. 10yr guarantee. Complete kitchens or countertops only. We will not be undersold. Classic Countertops & Cabinets. (250)549-2875 REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235. REPLACE/REFACE existing C-tops, 15yrs exp. High quality with the nice price. 5yr Warranty, Free estimates TERRY AT MONASHEE Countertops. 250-503-3145
Mountain Acupuncture & Laser Therapy Marcel Mallette, Registered Acupuncturist. 7639 Silver Star Rd. Vernon 250-260-3892
Financial Services
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Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping SIMPLY ACCOUNTING ✶ Certified Consultant ✶
Quick books, Taxes, Personal & Corporate
250-307-6900
Help Wanted
NATURAL WOOD FLOORING FIR, HEMLOCK & PINE www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388
Household Services ATTN: CONDO Owners We clean and we paint. We will also shop for you. Great rates and even better service. Call 250-309-3178.
Misc Services We Do It Right The First Time! Exclusive Canadian Diamonds Mined, Cut and Polished in Canada
Give new looks to family owned jewels!
#106 - 3334 30th Ave. Vernon, BC
545-7997
Moving & Storage 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
Rubbish Removal 250-808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL Full Service Junk Removal & Bin Rentals. ✔✔✔ 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 Call 250-307-8998
Boarding Coldstream area, 5min. ride to Vernon Riding Club, self, full board. Apr1 (250)558-0618 Horse boarding in Coldstream/ Lavington, 100x130 riding arena, Paddocks with/without Shelter, access to crown land Certified trainer on site. Call 250 545 1082 after 5:30 pm PASTURE or paddock board, 5min from downtown Vernon. Outdoor ring, access to trails and fully insured (250)309-4417 or www.bootscootinboogiestables.ca
Feed & Hay 1ST CROP alpha grass and green barley round bales approx 600 lbs no rain barn stored $ 45 each. Armstrong 250-546-9974 ,250-260-8253 EXCELLENT quality grass hay 70-75lb bales, $7/bale (250)838-6725
www.vernonmorningstar.com
Sunday, March 14, 2010 - The Morning Star B25
HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION
FLOORING AND TILE MOUNTRIDGE FLOORING & TILING • Tiling (walls & floors) • Hardwood & Laminate 16 years Installation experience For Free Estimate Call Chris CELL: 250 540 0025 / HOME: 250 546 8981 Top Quality Craftsmanship
WINDOW CLEANING
Brighter Outlook
Old World Craftsman Renovations & New Construction
• QUALITY • PRICE • SERVICE • EVERYTHING FROM FOUNDATION TO FINISH Concrete, Framing, Flooring - Tile & Hardwood, Painting, Finishing Excellent References Available Serving the North Okanagan Valley
Alex 250-307-1726
Jalon Construction *Renovations *Basement Development *Additions/Garages/Shops *Quality Woodwork & Trim/Millwork Installations
Residential & Commercial - Fully Insured & Licensed Journeyman Carpenter(1983) Jim Hiebert 250 306-9410
250.306.2679
STREAKY - CLEAN
Spring Window Cleaning and eaves troughs. FREE ESTIMATES • CALL SCOTT
250-308-0689
HANDYMAN
HANDS Affordable Home Repairs & Renovations
SPRING SPECIALS TIM 250-307-8772
SIDING
HARDI-PLANK
SOFFITS
FASCIA
Quality Work Guaranteed
COMPETITION EXTERIORS LTD (250) 542-5925 GUTTERS
DECKING
RAILING
nu_lookhomeworks@shaw.ca
Lonestar Custom Carpentry
Journeyman, Licensed, Bonded Framing, Tile, Flooring, Bathroom, Decks, Custom Finishing, Window & Door Installs, Renos and Accenting, etc. Dana Ross 250-308-7540 DIY Consulting and Recommendations
Mark of Excellence Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience
Framing • Renovations Decorative Concrete • Concrete Repair
• Concrete Repairs • Small Jobs • Finishing • Remodelling • Interior Renovations
Journeyman Carpenter Incorporated, Licensed, WCB, Insured, Quality Guaranteed
* We specialize in insurance repair *
Call us ¿rst for all your home improvement needs!
RedTruck Renovations Your one stop home repair company
Custom bathrooms, cabinets, tile work, laminate, hardwood, doors and trim, basement suites, decks, sheds, play structures, general repairs Mike Muller Owner/Craftsman mullerm@shaw.ca cell: (250) 938-8133
home: (250) 275-6412
L&R Home Improvements
• Residential • Commercial • Construction clean • Quality work • Water Stain Removal
250-307-3760
Ron @ 250-309-0435 or 250-542-1419
• Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst. • Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design
PATIO COVER
WINDOW CLEANERS
VERNON - LUMBY - ARMSTRONG - WINFIELD
“Framing to Flooring”
Insured * References * Guaranteed
Kevin 250-308-9592
Len 250-260-6666
Quality Work & Care for the Best Price!
Nu-Look Homeworks
Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences * Landscaping
ON NOW!
window cleaning Residential & Construction Deron Sanderson
ARMSTRONG CONSTRUCTION Journeyman Carpenter • Renovations • Remodelling • New Construction
Decks, Porches, Patios James Hardie Installer Window & Door Replacement E N T E R P R I S E S
Licensed, Insured, WCB, References
Jed - (250)-307-4774
Additions, Suites and Interiors
• Renovations • General Repairs • Paint • Tile • Laminate • Hardwood • Baseboard • Trim • Door & Window Repair• Sinks • Counter Tops • Cabinets • Blinds
Call Len (250)558-5038
“The Affordable Professional”
Since 1991
Sun Valley Construction
Journeyman Carpenter, Cabinet Maker
MOVING
CLYDESDALE MOVING PROFESSIONAL MOVES LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
EXPEREINCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST
• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall
• Kitchen • Basement Remodels Finishing • Painting • Tile Work • Plumbing • Much More Licensed, Bonded & Insured 250-545-3130
1-800-88-HAN DY
Independently Owned and Locally Operated
558 -7914 or 307-1975
kelowna.handymanconnection.com Now serving all the North Okanagan including Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Falkland, Lavington, Coldstream, BX & Oyama
ROOFING
DECKING
The Greenway Roofing Co. Roofing Consultant Torch on Specialist Fully Insured
250-309-0874
STUCCO CARWAY STUCCO Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs
25 + years Experience
Ph: 307-0387
SUPERIOR DECK LTD VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING
Kelowna Winfield 250-212-3075
Vernon Salmon Arm 250-550-4598
Marcel Labrecque, 15124 Middle Bench Road Fax: 250-548-4045 Owner/Operator Oyama, B.C. V4V 2C4
GUTTERS & SIDING • Seamless Gutters • Vinyl & Hardi Plank Siding • Fascia & Soffits • Exterior Painting
( 250 ) 542-4492
ONLY 5 MONTHS LEFT! The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) is scheduled to come into effect July 1, 2010. If you need renovations or other updates done to your home then call these trusted companies to
GET THEM DONE BEFORE HAVING TO PAY EXTRA!
KITCHENS, BATHS & MORE! www.SunValleyConstruction.ca Phone Dave 250-558-7653
WATER SYSTEMS
OKANAGAN WELL & PUMP SERVICE
Sales, service & installation
“Water When You Need It” Kelly Desjardins
250-550-5553
SIERRA WELL & PUMP 3rd Generation Pump Tech Reg.# WPI09093001
Rob Moore 250-546-9992 Tired Of Water Advisories? Install a ZERO WASTE REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM in your home today, and never worry about your health again! Highly purified drinking water on demand. Unit installed under kitchen sink for easy access.
Middleton Repair Services 250-503-2252
B26 Sunday, March 14, 2010 - The Morning Star
DRYWALL
www.vernonmorningstar.com
KNN CONTRACTING
DAVIES DRYWALL
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CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663
All Your Drywalling Needs Additions, Basements, Renovations, Steel Stud Framing, Drywalling, Taping, Dropped Ceilings Call Attila: 250-546-6282
PAINTING
EXCAVATING
ABBOTT CREEK
Excavating, Rock Work â&#x20AC;˘ General Excavating & BackďŹ lling â&#x20AC;˘ Land Clearing & Interface Fire Guard â&#x20AC;˘ Excavating & Driveway Prep â&#x20AC;˘ Landscape & Waterscape Design â&#x20AC;˘ Rockwork & Tree Removal
Steve Bernhardt (250) 542-5300 Cell: (250) 938-2173
WELDING
DITCHING SEPTIC LAND CLEARING DRAINAGE
SPECIALIZING IN ALUMINIUM & STAINLESS PRODUCTS & REPAIR
250-542-2599 250-540-3484
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
ACCOUNTING
QUESTIONS? CONTACT
250 550 7900 250-550-7900
RICK WARE EXCAVATING EXCAVATING â&#x20AC;˘ DECORATIVE ROCK PLACING â&#x20AC;˘ RETAINING & ROCK WALL BOBCAT SERVICE â&#x20AC;˘ LARGE & SMALL EXCAVATORS & DUMP TRUCKS
(250) 545-0218
RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING RELIABLE - WORK GUARANTEED - CHEAPEST RATES IN TOWN - WCB INSURED
www.knncontracting.com Kirk Forster 250-540-5595
I CAN DIG IT WELDING FABRICATION
DANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAINTING & REPAIRS
Cell: 307-1959
8102 Highland Place, Vernon
INCOME TAX SERVICE E-FILE
Guaranteed & Professional! Certified Management Accountant
Joe Nessman
- new home - Brick, Cultured construction Stone,Glass Block - renovations - Over 20 years - repairs in Masonry - masonry BBQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business
CRANE SERVICES
Corporate, Small Business, Mobile Accounting & Taxes
Business Management Consulting
1-877-546-2622
DL Decor & Painting
Wendy Hesketh CertiďŹ ed General Accountant
INCOME TAXES PERSONAL CORPORATE
SERVICE Ltd.
250-260-6756
JD 310 4X4 Extend A Hoe Driveway, Repair Cold Paving Drainage Systems General Excavating Labour & Truck Available
QUESTIONS?
250-550-7900
558 -7914 or 307-1975
3D
Cleaning Services * Quality Cleaning * Eco Friendly Products
Tannis Morrison (250) 558-8552 tannismorrison@gmail.com
BOB ADAIR 250-275-4780
Laursen Electric Commercial Residential Service New Construction & Renovations Licenced, Bonded & Insured
Call Chris @ Vernon: 250 307-7173 Mabel Lake: 250 838-2242
25 YEARS EXPERIENCE â&#x20AC;˘ WORK GUARANTEED
You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900 STONE & TILE INSTALLATIONS
Okanagan Stone & Tile
in business
Specializing S i li i g iin B Bathroom th & Kit Kitchen Renos & Exterior Work. No Job too Big or Small. Free Estimates. Excellent Rates.
Erik 250-545-9345 â&#x20AC;˘ eriklocke@telus.net
RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL Free Estimates/Emergency Service Bonded and Insured License #92048 BBB Member â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Quality Work
INTERIOR - EXTERIOR - CEILINGS SPRAYED STUCCO - WOOD - VINYL - FENCES
MOVING
309-7008
ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD.
JACK WESSELL PAINTING
Call Jack 250-308-2870
CLEANING
ELECTRICAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY
vernonbcaccounting.com
PROFESSIONAL MOVES LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
DARCYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PLUMBING - Hot Water Tank Replacement (gas/electric) - Plugged Drains, Water Softeners - Kitchen/Bathroom Renovations - New Construction *CertiďŹ ed
250-542-8485
CLYDESDALE MOVING
PLUMBING
COLDSTREAM CRANE SERVICE LTD. s 4RUCK -OUNTED #RANE s "UILDING MATERIALS DELIVERY TRUSS LIFTS ROOlNG ETC s 'ENERAL FREIGHT ,OCAL LONG DISTANCE HAULING Competitive Rates Call Les for free estimates #ELL s&AX
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• Design • Installation • Maintenance
558-3507
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250-550-7900
Address list Recommendations & Irrigation, Turf, Planting, Excavating & Bobcat work Portofolio available CALL FOR ESTIMATE 250-542-8316 • 250-309-4539
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LANDSCAPE &
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Feed & Hay
Pets
Appliances
Building Supplies
Free Items
Furniture
Garden Equipment
GOOD quality hay, alfalfa grass mix, heavy square bales, barn stored. 250-5429419, 250-309-5956. *HAY SALES GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.
Going on vacation? Not enough hours in the day? Call Chelsea for all your pet car needs 250-550-0497 Pure Shar-pei puppies, ready to go, $400. (250)547-8876 Tellington Ttouch Training for companion animals, offers positive solutions for fear, anxiety, aggression, etc. based problems. Individual sessions. Call 250-260-3109 THE RUFF LIFE Professional Dog Training Lessons fit to your schedule! Basic - Advanced Training & Behaviour Modification Bring a friend and both receive $25 off. 250-550-0390 www.therufflife.ca
#1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 Electric stove w/convection Inglis, white, works great. $250. 250-546-4089Armstrong Excellent working Fridgidaire dryer, white, less than 1yr old, warrantied $150. 250-5424919. GOOD DEAL! Washer & Dryers, good cond, Starting at $100&up. (250)549-3781
EXTERIOR sidings: board & batten, channel, bevel, log cabin. Dry. T&G; fir, cedar & pine (1x4 1x6). Fencing; fir & cedar. Latice panels. Timbers & beams. Lumber for garden boxes, retaining walls, hobby wood. 1-800-838-6036 Armstrong.
FREE vehicle removal for recycling only, cars, trucks, vans. No registration, no problem. Call Larry 250-540-0303.
6PC Cherry sleigh bdrm set. Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest, 2 night stands. New!! Still boxed. Worth $5000, Sell $1295 Can deliver. call 1- 250550-6648, 250-550-6647 HOTEL BED clearance. Over 75 sold. 1 Floor Left 25 Queen size beds - $100+. Super 8 Vernon - 4204 32nd Vernon, BC (250) 542-4434. KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 NEW 3-pc Sectional Sofa w/ottoman, In orig. pkg. Worth $1499, Must Sell $899 250550-6647 can deliver QUEEN pillowtop mattress, box. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647 Queen size mattress & box spring, 2yrs old, like new, $300. (250)306-6449 QUEEN size memory foam mattress. Brand New! Retail $1400 sell $495 250-550-6647
10hp lawntractor $300. Free p/up dead lawn/garden tractors. (250)260-5819
Livestock
Livestock
Livestock 3 - 2 year old Bulls; 6 yearling bulls; 6 yearling Steer calves; 11 yearling Heifers; Cow Calf pairs - Call (250)992-2294 For sale 19 month old Katahdin Ram, red in color, $200. 250-546-6118, HORSE Disposal, Call Dave @ 250-309-0629
Pet Services POOP PATROL Dog waste, yard clean up, weekly or one time. Call Eric 250-306-3408
Pets ANIMAL CARE SOCIETY
Cats and kittens available for adoption to approved homes. Neutered, tattooed & vaccinated.
Antiques / Vintage Carved oriental rosewood arm chair $600. Original painting K.Willham $400.250-545-0444 COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES New shipment from Sweden just arrived. Quality antiques. Open Sat & Sun, 10am-5pm or by appt. 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) 250546-2529. Wedgwood royal homes of Britain $10. Lg English platter (Spartan) $50. Voyage Vouge of Ulysees $45ea. (250)545-0444
Appliances
Auctions NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION April 24/2010, at 5pm. To be held at The StorIt Place, 2504 43 St, Vernon. All goods are being sold to satisfy a lien procedure against Ken Wiesner and Valerie Yaeger of Vernon. Goods to be sold: Household furniture, sports & exercise equipment, misc office equipment, medical equipment for the physically challenged, home & garden tools, antique books, antique trunks, & childrens & adult clothing.
Building Supplies Soaker tub, corner shower, vanity, toilet, excellent cond., $650 obo. 250-764-7940
Phone 542-7203
Washer & dryer, in good condition, $275. 250-260-7047
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Basset Hound Puppies, ready April 2nd, vet checked, 1st shots, $600 (250)833-4081 Beautiful Great Pyrenees Border Collie puppies, 9wks old guardian/ great family pet, $350. 250-260-2627 Beautiful Maremma/Kangal and Akbash/Kangal puppies, guardian,predator control 1.shot/deworming. $300.-400. 250 547 6253. BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class April 8th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322 Farmer Val needs day old chicks for last week March or share order. Also, baby bunnies. Call (250)542-1434
Landscaping
Landscaping
www.vernonanimalcare.com
Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading
OWNERS: KEVIN & LORI WOURNELL
• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies
Fruit & Vegetables Apples 0.39¢/lb. All varieties. PLEASANT VALLEY FRUIT.
Farm Equipment 1961 John Deere 1010 gas utility tractor. Restored. 37 HP, P/S, deluxe seat, 22hrs on rebuilt engine. Comes w/3 PT. rearblade + John Deere mower & chains $9800. Email pics avail phone: 250-494-5051 6’ CHAIN HARROWS $200. 250-545-6307. Milking & bucket, paid $1300, make offers. 6” Jointer, Baler MF223, Rake HSR200R, John Deere swather. 250-547-6747.
Food Products
Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD Pine for sale. Drycut & Split to 16” length. Shortbox p/u $70, Longbox p/u $85. We load. You haul. call (250)545-6461 FIREWOOD Special, Approx 2 cords, fir/pine mix $325. Fir $350, Birch $375. Delivery Available. (250)260-7932 Wanted to buy logs from private person w/acreage, prefer bigger jackpine & some cedar. (250)801-5776
Furniture
LOCAL grown potatoes in Armstrong, German Singlinde Yellowflesh, Russett & Norland- red. 250-5463381, 250-309-4701
4pce solid wood queen size bdrm suite, $500. (250)3066449
Landscaping
Landscaping
LARGE. SMALL 250.541.0111 VISA DECORATIVE HOURS DEBIT Mon. - Fri. MASTERCARD LAVA ROCK INTERACT 8:00 am - 4:30 pm SENIORS DISCOUNT Saturday SLATE 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday LANDSCAPE 9:00 am - 4:00 pm BLAST ROCK WHITE DOLOMITE BARK MULCH www.justrocks.org TOP SOIL SAND & GRAVEL 186 GREENHOW RD., VERNON
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250-542-8191
4620-23 Street rd
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1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND
NO ROCK TOO BIG NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL
2009 Husquarvarna, 36” deck, ride-on mower, new, $1800 obo. 1996 Craftsman snowblower, 10hp, $300 obo. 250547-2268. Cheap Lawntractor 11HP 38” cut $250. 250-503-2177. WANTED: Worm composter & rotating barrel composter. (250)546-8999
Heavy Duty Machinery 1993 1835c skidsteer, 15hrs, 4cyl factory Recon diesel, 6400lb, $14,000. 503-8193. 2003 EX 200 LC c/w Q/A & new cleanout bucket, 3200hrs, very clean machine $69,500 obo. Len 250-550-4100.
LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:
250-938-0868
Tack/Supplies
Tack/Supplies
B28 Sunday, March 14, 2010 - The Morning Star
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL Shipping Containers Super Sale On NowNew/Used/Damaged. BEST PRICES. 20,’24,’40,’45,’48,’53’.Insulated Reefer Containers 20’40’53’. CHEAP 40’ Farmers Specials all under $2,000! Semi Trailers for hiway & storage. We are Overstocked, Delivery BC & AB 1-866-528-7108 Call 24 hours.
Medical Supplies LIKE NEW MUST SELL electric wh chairs, assist poles, walkers, hospital bed, power lift recliners, transfer chairs, etc 250-546-8047 Patriot wheel chair $500. Hugo walker, blue, good cond $150. Call (250)542-1933 Raised toilet seat 6”to8”, only $5. 250-542-4919.
Misc. for Sale 1 Shoprider electric Scooter for sale. $950.OBO. 778-4751588. 2006 Beachcomber 6-person hottub, loaded, lights, insulation pkg, like new. $9000 new, Asking $4800. 250-549-6005. 3 wheel scooter. A bargain at $500. Call (250)547-9370 4 Galv racks (breadracks) 2’xWx6’L on castors $300ea. 1 Bunrounder div by Eberhardt, heavy duty $1700 250-4941299 after 5pm 4-old milk cans, large & small. $25 & up. 250-542-6399. AIR hockey table 39X67 $150 obo. Washer & dryer pair $200 obo. 250-558-9969.
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Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
Sporting Goods
8pce, High quality Dinner Set. w/platters, bowls etc. cost $2500, sell $300 (250)2606002 Black metal frame futon, like new, tan cover, $100. 250308-9366 BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water filtration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544 Bunk beds, white metal, sturdy, no mattresses, $150 obo. 250-542-2216 CLASSIC COUNTERTOPS & CABINETS Quality cabinets at factory direct prices. 250-549-2875. Countertop 2 barrel ice cap machine, hot cappuccino machine, & microwave, perfect fry self contained countertop deep fryer. Call for details & prices, 250-306-9909 DO YOU NEED LARGE AMOUNTS OF FREE FILL? no trucking charge 250-307-3839 Dacron Enterprises LTD. Electrolux Diplomat with power head, hose and tools $275 OBO, like new (250)549-3352 Framing equip, saws, tools, compressors, great quality, good cond (250)307-4204 GLASS top coffee & end tables, $100, picture window w/sliders, 831/4”x 591/4” $100 (250)549-7003 Inglis Washer & dryer, heavy duty, $250 obo. 250-260-1818. Insulated Doghouses, 1-Large $80, 1-Med $35. 2-story bunny pen $75. 250-546-4099 KING SIZE bed & boxspring $100 obo. 2-15” older color TV $15/ea. 250-260-3500.
Like new Commerical Ice Cream freezer, 6 tubs up/4 down, sneeze guard/winter “table top,” 11.18 cubic ft/. 39wx25dx36h, 4.1 amp rating. $900 obo. Call Jeff 250-5456272. Email:crackedpotcoffee@shawbiz.ca Linesman climbing set, 42” belt, adjustable spurs, polestrap, new cond. $100. 250542-6399. Moving sale! Furniture, garden tools, gas bbq. Items from $10-$400. 250-549-3146. Simply Baskets Home & Gift
Golf Electronic Caddy, battery, charger. Good cond. Used five seasons $275. 250503-5543. RUSSIAN SKS’’s - top choice, cleaned, oiled & inspected, from $299. Ammo - 1120 RDS-Case $195. 12 ga shotgun ammo & clay targets $99. Quality Firearms bought & sold. GLOCKs + accessories stocking dealer. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths. 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kelowna, (250)762-7575
FIR BARK MULCH Shavings & Sawdust
10-90 yard loads REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110
TARPS! TARPS! “BEST PRICES IN TOWN!”
BLUE TARPS
10X8 weave (Medium Duty)
10X10 weave (Heavy Duty)
14X14 weave (Industrial Duty)
STARTING AT $6.19
FOAM SHOP MATTRESS REPLACEMENTS SINGLE TO KING SIZE
2” TO 6” THICK - CUSTOM CUT OR CUSTOM ORDER MEMORY FOAM TOPPER PADS - 3LB & 5LB DENSITY SINGLE TO KING SIZE - 2” & 3” THICK
For Sale By Owner QUIET CUL DE SAC AREA
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*STARCHOICE* Satellite T.V. Sales, installations & accessories. For best prices and service. Call 250-545-0012. **STORAGE: Boats and RVs any size. Seasonal and household goods. Elephant Storage Centre. Safe, affordable storage. 6136-Okanagan Avenue. 250-549-2255. Top of the line vacuum cleaner. 250-545-9149. Very well composted chicken manure, no smell, $50/pick up truck load. Call (250)804-6361 Walker with brakes, seat, adjustable handles, large wheels, $150. 250-545-5993. Will clean up your junk scrap iron, dead batteries, etc. Call us first, 250-546-2416, Russ.
Garage Sales 2011-41 AVE Vernon BC Moving Sale 14 March 9 am. Everything must go. Oak bedroom suite, tools, snowblower, lawnmowers, complete set of china, drill press, table saw. Too many items to list. Rain or shine.
Acreage for Sale
Misc. Wanted
FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS Apt/Condos for Sale
Electric golf caddie, battery & charger, good cond. $200. (250)542-1973 after 5pm. GOLF CLUBS - 3 Wood/ 10 Irons/ 2 Putters New Wilson Bag/ New Golf Bag Cart. $300. 250-545-9045 Golf Electronic Caddy, battery, charger, good cond. $200. 250-542-7889
50+ Clean, high security condo, Enderby. 2-bdrm, en-suite, balcony, elevator, newly renovated. $225,000 (250)838-0121 Purchase your vacation property before new mortgage rules take affect April 19,2010. Creekside unit 109 at Shooting Star. Two bedroom, two bath condo, fully furnished. Ski-in unit, 840 square feet. New carpet, gas, cable included. $320,000 OBO. Call 250-5494008. REDUCED For quick possession 1215sf., 2Bd., 2Ba., new appl’s., close to all services, sec. u/g prkng., smoke-free, 50+, $179,900. 250-765-4423
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
Musical Instruments MUSIC LESSONS Guitar, drums & bass. Call Norm 250-307-5381.
Sporting Goods
2680 Rosedale Place
YOU NEED IT - WE WILL CUT IT!
CAMPING FOAM,MEIDCAL WEDGES & BOLSTERS, PILLOWS
“ A CUT ABOVE THE REST” 3325 31ST AVE • VERNON • 545-9820 • 1-800-663-2887
CENTRAL LOCATION
2107 45 Avenue
33 Kestrel Place • Awesome location for the “Astute Owner” • Swimming, boating, hiking, peace & serenity • Super family home, 2300 sq. ft. fully finished • 5 bdrms, 3 baths, F/R, media room, very functional home • RV parking, only 12 mins. to all amenities
• Steps to schools and all amenities • Fully fenced yard, wired garage • 3 BDRM, 2 bath, separate bsmt. entrance • Original hardwood floors, cozy F/P in FR • Get in NOW before interest rates rise
$289,500
PHONE 250-260-2867 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92636 for pics & info
PHONE 250-307-0044 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92643 for pics & info
FANTASTIC PRIVATE 3 ACRES
Park model on Swan Lake, lot, sunroom, appl, some furn, pool, $229,000. 250-545-6372.
$347,000 PHONE 250-546-3246 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92642 for pics & info
Houses For Sale 87 Mowat Road
COZY UPDATED RANCHER
• Flat scenic acreage - farm status • 5 mins. to all amenities • Great 4 level large family home, 2737 sq. ft. • Fully finished, 4 bdrms, 3 baths, games rm, suitable • Dad will love the heated, 220 wired, 12’ ceiling shop • Lots of bonuses with this prime property
$569,000 309 Baird Avenue
PHONE 250-838-0117 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92629 for pics & info
• • • •
Very large yard Steps to all amenities Quiet private neighborhood Lots of great updates - check website • Garage and lots of storage
EXECUTIVE CUSTOM RANCHER
3301 9th Street • Prime quiet East Hill location • Home exudes finest in quality & luxury • 3230 sq. ft., 4 bdrm, 3 baths, great room • Hardwood flooring with custom staircase • Parking for RV with 30 amp service • Chef inspired kitchen, stainless appliances
$699,900 PHONE 250-549-4113 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92646 for pics & info
$313,000 PHONE 250-838-7330visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92639 for pics & info
SEEING IS BELIEVING
DISTRESS SALE 5874 Hwy. 6 • Fabulous spacious updated home • Mom will “love” the kitchen, tons of cupboards, new appliances • Great bright living room, cozy wood heat • Bamboo hardwood floors, crown mouldings, 4 bdrm, 2 baths • Separate studio, inground solar pool, hot tub, all patio equip. incl.
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$519,900
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CALL TO BOOK YOUR SPRING CLEANUPS AND PRUNING
Unless you are a First Time Buyer and want a great deal
- Residential - Commercial - Strata -
250-541-0177
Aerating, Power Raking and Lawn Maintenance
JUSTIN SKLADAN Vernon 250-540-3590
ELDEN CROMMER
250-549-0194
CHOICE QUIET EAST HILL LOCATION
Fully Licensed & Insured
Shop on line: www.briteland.com
Farm & Garden New Store Hours: Mon - Sat. 8:30am - 5:00pm
250-545-3420
Wheel barrels, rakes, shovels, hand trowels & gloves for all your planting needs
ALLIANCE REALTY Open house, Sun. Mar. 14, 1-3pm. #2 - 12560 Westside Rd. $149,900. 250-545-0367
Below assessment. Townhouse. Spacious 3bd, 2bath, no strata, priv.yard, deck, hottub, carport, shed. 1908 42nd St. $215,000. 250-549-1276.
3906 14th Street •
HOUSE
NOT SELLING?
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• • • •
Unique floor plan with 3385 sq. ft. of living space 5 bdrms, 4 baths, formal LR & DR, spacious FR Hardwood, laminate, tile floors Contemporary paint colors & designer features Private yard, pool, large patio at front & rear
$479,900 PHONE 250-542-6525 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#0007857 for pics & info
*Some Conditions
CUSHION REPLACEMENTS TORN OR TATTERED? SOFAS, CHAIRS, OTTOMANS, SNOWMOBILES SEATS, TRACTORS
ENJOY OKANAGAN LAKE
• Walk to all amenities, lots of parking • Family oriented area, schools nearby • Updated 1228 sq. ft. home, beautiful kitchen • 4 BDRM., 2 1/2 baths, hardwood floors • Early occupancy possible
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. 250-5476932. 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.
SCRAP & BROKEN GOLD JEWELLERYGold/Silver coins top prices paid on the spot- Raven Traders, 2904 30th Ave. (250)549-4322 WANTED: 2000 watt generator, suitcase style, must be quiet, 250-838-6014. Wanted to buy logs from private person w/acreage, prefer bigger jackpine & some cedar. (250)801-5776
For Sale By Owner
$494,500
4” HD jointer $275. 250-5422664 Raidal arm saw on rolling cabinet $475. (250)542-2664
3414 Coldstream Ave, Vernon 250-545-4474
For Sale By Owner
250-558-9696
Tools
STARTING AT $4.09
BLACK TARPS
3608 - 25th Avenue, Vernon $750/month + utilities W/D, Fridge & Stove Included. No Pets • No Smoking Available Immediately
“A Country Primitive Home Store”
STARTING AT $2.57
WHITE TARPS
Duplex/4 Plex 2 BEDROOM
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URBAN MASTERPIECE HOME ON 2+ ACRES
201 Twin Lakes Rd. • 5200 sq. ft. exudes quality & luxury • Impeccable interior/exterior finishings • Chef inspired kitchen, 4 bdrm, 3 1/2 bath • Attached 1150 sq. ft. revenue suite, 2 bdrm, 1 bath • Custom craftsmanship throughout • Cork, tile & high end plank laminate
$839,000 PHONE 250-503-6454 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92645 for pics & info
Houses For Sale
Townhouses
Open House: Lake Country, Mar.14, 12-5pm, 1000sqft main floor, 1000sqft in-law suite, 28x30 sep. garage, on oversized lot, $415K, 10059 Kelwin Rd. Lake Country. (250)766-9243, 250-212-3182 Shuswap Lake Estates Golf Course - 4bdrm, 3bath, clean home on 12th fairway. Asking $480,000. 250-241-2556 WHY RENT when you can Own? Rent to Own 4br house in Vernon’s East Hill. 5K down from $1850/mo. call Chris 250.546.9067
Luxury 3bdrm townhouse, open modern architecture, S/S appl. laminated wood flooring, quiet location, borders creek. Selling $30,000 below assessed value at $429,000. qualified buyers 250-545-2219
Lots Level building lot, excellent location, block from Silver Star school, 3701 12th Street. Asking $160,000 (250)542-1921
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BRAND NEW HOMES
Foothills homes with suites Great quality, extra features 5% down, from $933 per mo. www.SilverRidgeVernon.com 250-549-7258
Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon
WHAT’S MY HOME WORTH? Free, quick over the
net home evaluations.
www.OkanaganHomeEvaluations.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon 250-549-7258
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 4252217
HOME & LOT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
250-558-0872
DISTRESS SALES
FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon
250-549-7258
FIRST TIME BUYERS Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes for under $1000/month (+ 5% down) www.VernonFirstTimers.com 250-549-7258
Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon
2-bdrm house under construction, by Bedrock Projects LCD, 976 Mount Ida Drive, Vernon. $439,000 Avail June 15. Darcy Goossen, 250-550-4582, info@bedrockprojects.com Affordable 55+ Community in Enderby, BC features large late model homes, low taxes, close to shopping & recreation RV prkg. For information call (250)838-0025, 250-308-6703 For Sale: HOUSE TO BE MOVED, 1000sqft, up-on blocks $30,000 (250)546-8999 Lower Mission 2bdrm +den, 2.5baths, fenced in, dbl garage. (250)491-0823
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16’x66’ SRI mobile home purchased new July 2008. 2bdrm, 2full bath, heat pump w/AC, 2 steps, vinyl skirting. Immaculate. Must be moved. Taking offers. 250-517-0543. 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 FOR SALE OR RENT: 2/3 bdrm, 2 bath mobile, additions /lg deck /workshop /OK lake view & access/ 5 min to golf course/renovated. Must be seen. $112,000 or $750/mth ph. 250-547-8796
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1 &2 bedroom apartments … in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included. Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P To view, call
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AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 2 bdrm / 2 bath suite, $ /mo view towards lake ..... AVAILABLE APRIL 1ST 2 bedroom suite, $ /mo view towards lake ..... 2 bedroom suite, $ /mo view towards lake ......... F/S, W/D, D/W, A/C, plus heat, hot water and hydro all included. Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building. N/S, N/P. Good building for Seniors! On-site Resident Manager. REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE
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250-549-2770 2BDRM, 1bath condo, nicely finished, f/s, w/d, a/c, avail. April 1. $875/mo. n/s, n/p. 250-503-6002.
1000sqft 2bdrm 1bath, pets neg. $950/mo. (250)308-1791 1, 2 bdrm & 3 bdrm $650$800. No dogs, no drugs. (250)260-1630 1 & 2bdrm, recently renovated, close to downtown, $800 & $850, 250-307-7117 2bdrm, 1bath, balcony,cent loc,small pet ok.n/s.$900mo. April 1.250-545-0529. 2 BDRM, 1 Bath, balcony, dryer hook-up, coin-up on-site, D/W, N/S, No Dogs, A/C, Close to town. $825/mo 250549-4937
2BDRM, 1bath, F/S, A/C, NS, onsite laundry, close to amenities, R.R. small pet okay, $750-$850/mo 250681-1848, 250-306-8252, 250545-8252 8am-8pm
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2BDRM, 2-bath suite, downtown location, a/c, f/s, balcony, dishwasher, parking, $800/mo. N/P, 250-549-0644. 2bdrm condo, 1.5bath, f/s, w/d, n/p, n/s, $800/mo. avail. Mar. 15. 250-545-2367 ADULTS 55+ 2bdrm central, $750/mo. RR. 250-558-8261
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3 bdrm 3 bath twnhse $1200+util 1607 43rd Avenue Incl Fr St Avail April long term 2+1 bdrm 2.5 bath deluxe duplex $1375+util 5101 19th Str Incl kit appl. Avail April 2 bdrm 2 bath Foothills twnhme $1400+util 6964 Manning Place Incl appl. Avail now 3 bdrm 2.5 bath furnished twnhme $1595+util 4900 Heritage Dr Incl 6 appl. Avail. May 2 bdrm 1 bath one level downtown home $1125+util 2802-38St Incl appl Avail April 2 bd 1 bath rural home $700 incl util & cable 7227 Brewer Rd Incl 5 appl Avail now 4 bd 3 bath furnished exec home 18451 Crystal Waters Rd $1500 incl util & appl 2 bd 1 bath downtown townhouse $790+util 3413 Okanagan Ave incl appl 3 bd 1 bath renovated home 2113 34 st $1100+util inc FSWD avail now CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 / DAN IRVINE 250-549-0119
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2 BDRM CONDO IN CENTRAL LOCATION. 950 sq. ft. with large heated storage room, deck, W/D, D/W, A/C, parking. $850 +hydro. N/S, N/P 1-250-819-3273 Available April 1st. 2 BDRM, NEW RENO, BSMT ST. PRIVATE LAUNDRY & ENTRY, F/S W/D, PET OK, ADULTS ONLY AVAIL. NOW $860/MO INCL UTIL REFS. DD CALL 250-550-4699 or dougpritchard@shaw.ca Avail April 1. 2bdrm, large, top floor, cable incl. AC, quiet, secure, mature, adult only. $750/mo 250-545-8985. CALL ABOUT OUR “RENT INCENTIVES” 1bdrm & bachelor, SENIORS spacious, very clean and well maintained buildings. Centrally located, close to downtown Safeway & Schubert Centre; n/s; n/p; available immediately, Century/Embers/Arlington 250-275-8066 Call for rent incentives! Large 1bdrm, $740. 1bdrm +den $790. F/S, DW, AC, balcony, NP/NS, clean, centrally located, on-site managers, quiet building, (250)5455773, 250-550-0243 CLEAN/CUTE Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath condo. Great location, Downtown Available April 1st. $825/mo Tania 3071355 or Chris 863-1949 Coldstream, quiet, executive, 2bdrm, private, lakeview, self contained, suitable for proff. N/S, N/P, $1000/mo. incl/util. 250-545-7196 EAST Hill/Lakeview Manor Bachelor suite, hardwood floors, onsite laundry, n/s, n/p, Avail April 1, util incl. (250)260-5870 ENDERBY 1 & 2bdrm apartment, N/S, N/P $600/mo & up, laundry avail. 250-308-9299 EXCEPTIONAL TOP floor Condo, Available immediately. Very clean, quiet and safe in an excellent location. Close to shopping /schools / parks and bus route, only minutes from the lakes. This unit is excellent for small families or young professionals. 2BDRM, 5 Appliances, Security entrance with CC camera, assigned parking. N/S, Small pets considered. $945 per month (Util not incl). References required. Call (250) 549-2140 after 5 PM Fabulous Silver Star cozy 2bdrm, beautifully furnished, new TV. www.salbsilverstar.com 416-702-1298. avail April- Dec Low monthly rate, util/incl. LARGE 2bdrm apt. $850/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 LOCATED NEAR COURTHOUSE Small 1bdrm w/hardwood floors, suitable for responsible tenant. $600 incl heat/hot water, NS/NP. 250-542-0153. Maple Ridge Gardens. Luxury Living. 1801 32 St. Fully renovated deluxe 2BR, 2Bath, very spacious, Private sundeck, gas f/p, Guest suite & rec room, Secure adult bldg. $1050 incl heat. 250-542-5659 Maple Ridge Gardens Luxury Living 1801- 32nd St. Deluxe 2bdrm, 2bath, spacious 1000sq.ft plus large private balcony, w/city views, gas fireplace, oak cabinets, luxurious, secure adult building, Guest suite, rec. rooms, underground parking, ns, np, $1050/mo. (250)308-9402 NEW 2bdrm 2bath, avail. Imm. A/C. S/S appl. Laundry avail. NP. $1050 & up 780-278-4140 RICKFORD Manor. Call about rent incentive. 1bdrm apt. utilities extra, ns, np, adult bldg. 250-545-1412 Silver Star 2bdrm, 930 sq.ft, $900 util incl., April15-Nov15. 250-545-9232. Studio condo at Silver Star, completely furnished, March 1, monthly or long-term lease, all util/incl. 250-558-1870. VERNON 2 bdrm 2Bath condo Recently remodeled w/laminate & tile flooring. Newer appl. F/S, W/D, DW, AC, balcony. Avail April 1. $950/mo incl heat. 250-832-3277.
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Mobile Homes & Pads Small trailer in Falkland, 2bdrms, F/S, W/D, cable, $450 +hydro. 250-379-2361 Vernon, 3bdrm, F/S, WD, gas heat, avail imm, $850/mo. NP. Tom 250-503-7044.
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Homes for Rent
DOWNTOWN OFFICE LEASE SPACE WITH PARKING.
250-309-1742
From 860 to 12,500 sq ft. Call Scott Davidson
250-306-2911 WAREHOUSE OFFICE SPACE • Good central location • 5342’ - $3633.50/month • 1528’ - $1039.44/month • Could be combined for 6870 SQ.FT. Call Ray Stafford Sutton Lakefront
250-549-0198 3-bay Shop, 220 power, well located, short or long-term rent. (250)558-9428 FOR LEASE 2400sq’, 690 McCurdy Rd, avail May 1. Rick 250-770-0903. Retail commercial office space approx. 1544sqft in busy Spallumcheen Industrial park, avail. immed. rate neg. 250-549-0141 Retail/Comm, high exposure, in busy retail area. Avail immed, rate neg. 1m3500sq.ft., Vernon. 1-250-7177488. UP to 4000sq.ft. high exposure retail/commercial space. 250-558-1166 WAREHOUSE, office, shop, retail, wholesale, very good rate. 1-250-314-7225, 250550-4178.
Duplex / 4 Plex $150 move-in bonus if moved in by March 15. Harwood area, 2bdrm suite in side by side duplex, older but in good condition, good neighbors, looking for longer term, $875/mo incl/util. 250-808-6625. 2bdrm, walk to town, no dogs, cat ok, $925 util/incl. 250-5424310, 250-308-9028. 3bdrm duplex, W/D, F/S, $1050/mo. 250-550-4100 Len. Large 2-bdrm upper suite in fourplex, adult oriented, close to Kin Beach, n/s, n/p, util incl $800 (250)838-9657 New 3bdrm duplex, 1.5 bath, w/d, a/c, f/s beautiful kitchen, near town. $1300 util/incl. Avail April 1. 250-558-7814. 250-309-5546. Smaller 2bdrm 1/2 duplex, Ok Landing area, f/s, w/d hookups, n/s, cat ok. R.R. $800 incl heat. 250-558-6106.
Housesitting HOUSE SITTER Available 50 year old professional female willing to housesit in exchange for utilities. N/S N/P. Excellent references. Please contact 250-545-2215 ext 252
Misc for Rent Tenant wanted to sublet rec. property. Must have own camper/trailer. (250)542-0944
Mobile Homes & Pads 2-bdrm mobile on acreage in Falkland, no parties/dogs, DD & Ref $600/mo (250)379-2986 APRIL 1ST. 2 bdrm. + den Mobile. F/S. W/D. Nice yard. Belva’s MHP (away from highway). $820/month + $400 D.D. 250-546-6668. In Lumby, In Valmarie, 3bdrm, F/S, W/D, gas heat, NP, April 1, $800/mo. 250-503-7044.
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2 bd 1 bath apartment 3906 27 Av $745 + util incl FS Avail now 2 bd 1 bath 55+ condo $795+util 3701 27 Ave Incl appl covd parking avail now 1 bd 1 bath cozy bsmt suite $750 incl util 6980 P Valley Road avail mid March CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 / DAN IRVINE 250-549-0119 See pictures & maps at FREE Rental List at 5603 - 27 St., Vernon
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Sunday, March 14, 2010 - The Morning Star B29
• Very nice updated 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath townhome. $1100 • Lumby 1 bdrm above ground suite, new, bright, 800 sqft. $800 incl utilities • 2 bdrm in 6plex, great condition, level entry. $800 • Bachelor suite incl. util, shared bathrooms. $550 • 2 bdrm upper suite, incl all util. FS, WD, looks good. $900.
2bdrm, 1bath, ac, gas f/p, hardwood flrs, all appl. detached garage, fenced backyard, ns, np, close to Beairsto school, $1200/mo. +util. 250309-4996 2bdrm, big backyard w/wired shed, W/D, DW, AC, cat okay, avail April 1. $1300/mo +util. 250-275-3393. 2bdrm, downtown, W/D h/u, yard, garden, n/s, $850 +some util. (250)503-1926 2bdrm, level-entry, downtown, large yard, & shed, W/D, NS/NP, avail imm, R.R., $925/mo +util. 250-558-8226. 3BD, NS, NP, Rutland area, avail immed. WD, FS. 250765-9575 3bdrm, 2bath newly reno’d East Hill main floor, f/p, large yard, 2 decks, nice view, close to schools, avail. April 1, $1200/mo +util. 250-308-9366. 3-bdrm 2-bath, upper floor, large yard/deck $1300/mo, Apr 1st, (250)306-0046 3bdrm, fenced backyard, pets okay, $1300/mo +util.Avail immed. 250-541-0402. 3bdrm lakeside home, private beach, wharf, deck, long term, ref’s, $1500/mo. +util. 250545-2067 4-bdrm, 3-bath, family home, fenced yard, 10min from Vernon, pets ok, n/s, 5-appl incl, $1500+util (250)550-5283 BELLA VISTA, up/down duplex, parklike setting. Top floor 2 bdrms, 1.5 baths, 6 appl., $1,400 incl. utilities/parking. Lower floor 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 5 appl., $800 incl. utilities/parking. 250-558-7156. Brand new 2-bdrm unit in park with lakeview, N/S, N/P, $925/mo incl pad rent, Avail Immed, RR Kristen 250-3065604 Coldstream, 3bdrm upper floor, 1850sqft, F/S, D/W, W/D, gas f/p, fenced yard, $1300. +1/2util. (250)260-4443 FURNISHED or UNFURNISHED UPPER FLOOR EXECUTIVE HOME. PANORAMIC VIEW, 3BDRM, 2BATH, JACUZZI, 2 F/P, LUXURIOUSLY FURNISHED, NS/NP. $1700/MO. 250-308-9282 House w/self contained 2bdrm suite, lower Mission Hill, $1495 +all util. Phone evenings (250)545-7512 LARGE 3bdrm, 2bath, main floor, large yard, avail immed, $1000/mo. 250-938-0975 New reno, main floor, 2-bdrm, entry level, deck, shed, $1025, Also 3-bdrm, $1125, incl, util, cable, laundry, n/s, n/p, Avail Immed. 250-542-7806 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 SALMON ARM, Newly reno’’d house on acreage, 3bdrm, N/S, $1200/mo. 250-938-4563 Superb fully furnished & Equipped 4bdrm, 3bath ski chalet, avail March 31-Oct 31 $1400/mo incl/util 250-6619914 Superb fully furnished ski chalet, 6bdms, 3bath, March 31Oct 31. $2200/mo incl/util. 250-661-9914.
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Homes for Rent TOTALLY RENOVATED 3 bed home, 5 appl, huge mstr, fenced yard, large deck, N/S, N/P, reference req. Avail Immed, $1300/month + util. 250-275-0665
Office/Retail 1700SQFT w/office & storage space. Ideal location for small business. Lots of parking. For further info please contact 250-542-8566, 250-309-9246
Recreation DESERT SPRINGS CA., 2Bd. +den 1600sf. house, next to Executive Golf Course, only 10min. from Palm Springs located in secure gated community. Pics. avail: louellacowie@ hotmail.com 1-250-392-3058
Rooms for Rent 1 room for rent in Coldstream area, incl all util., parking & many extras. $550 p/m + $350 dd. 778-475-1588.
Seasonal Acommodation TRAILER on Property, Tillicum Valley, hydro incl. $400/mo. Avail April 1.
Senior Assisted Living ABBEYFIELD House Supportive living, vacancy 10 seniors only, (250)542-3711 250-308-2148
FULL room & board & care avail. in private home. (250)542-0501 Room(s) avail. in priv.home, careaide services on site. For more info 250-503-2507. SUPPORTIVE Assisted Living, lovely rural home, easy access to highway 97, 24hr nursing coverage, activities on request (ie shopping, doctors, day programs), References available. Call (250)546-4099
Shared Accommodation
Shared Accommodation 1 ROOM, furnished, close to town, parking, $550. util/cable/ internet incl. Avail. April 1. (250)306-3169, 250-275-3421 Roommate to share clean quiet home, lg room w/cable/net, no parties, drugs, pets, $450/mo. +DD. (250)549-2732 semi-retired/disabled, some carpentry skills? work In-lieu of rent. 250-545-9874 Single occupancy, in private condo residence, parking, ac, pool, util/incl, $450/mo, RR, 250-275-4801.
Storage 2 Secure single garages & fenced storage lot, 32’x100’ avail for rent near 25th ave/39th St. 250-550-4069. HWY.6 Mini Storage.4 sizes indoor units. Outdoor fenced compound. Check our prices. 1-888-547-2090. RV’S, BOATS & AUTO YARD STORAGE. ARMSTRONG. 250-546-6022, 250-308-9250
Suites, Lower FULLY FURNISHED one bedroom basement suite, walk to downtown, on bus route. No smoking. No pets. $650/mo, utilities included. Leave message 250-503-5466 Adorable 2 bdrm lower level suite. East Hill. Bright and roomy. No smoking, N/Pets. D/W garburator, all kitchen appliances. W/D, storage room. Charming solarium entrance. Parking. $900. Includes utilities and WIFI. Call 250-542-9019 or 250-545-0117
1BDRM, f/s, w/d, a/c, Alexis Park, N/S, priv/entry, Avail Immed. $500/mo 15% util, pref.female. (250)545-1229 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450/mo incl.util. furniture, cable. 250-549-0644
1-bdrm, incl small room for office, storage? all util, cable incl, n/p, n/s, no-parties, $750/mo, (250)558-3063 1bdrm, level entry, $650/mo. Avail Imm. EastHill. 250-5456181. 1bdrm, newly remodeled, N/S, N/P util., cable incl. W/D, $750. (250)558-5055
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Property Management
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AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY • EXECUTIVE HOME IN THE FOOTHILLS – Available April 1st this four bedroom, three bathroom home is exquisite. Lake, city and mountain views from this walkout like new rancher. Chef’s kitchen vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, spa-like ensuite, covered deck and patio. Hardwood floors and large windows make this home bright and spacious with room for everyone.
RENT: $1,800.00 per month plus utilities. • BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED HOME IN EAST HILL – Four bedroom, two bathroom character home located close to downtown. This home boasts original hardwood floors and soaker tub with an open floor for the perfect kid’s bedroom or office.
RENT: $1,500.00 per month plus utilities. • THREE BEDROOM HOME – Quaint home in Alexis Park overlooking the city and up to Silver Star. Top floor loft area hosts two nice sized bedrooms with a sitting area with one bedroom on the main floor. Newer flooring, one car garage, F/S, D/W, W/D included.
RENT: $1,200.00 per month plus utilities • TWO BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE – In Alexis Park area. Totally refinished one year ago. This suite is large and spacious, includes F/S, D/W, W/D, and utilities. Pet friendly.
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Suites, Lower
Suites, Lower
1bdrm, newly reno’d, lower EastHill. Internet, cable, shared storage & W/D, A/C. NP/NS, no parties, March 1. $800/mo (250)545-6950 1bdrm, pets ok, $625/mo. util/incl. avail. Imm. (250)5584536 1bdrm suite, all new: W/D, 4-appl., wet bar, a/c, floor heat, util/cable, internet incl. $950/mo. 250-260-0388 1BDRM, walkout, priv. entry, n/s, $700/mo 250-549-7450, 250-306-2727. 1 BEDROOM basement suite: $800 -private patio and off street parking -washer and dryer in suite -Satellite TV, internet, and utilities included no pets or smoking -available March 15 or April 1 250.275.7552 1BR grnd lvl suite, sep entry; great East Hill loc. $700/mo ($750 for cpl). Utils/TV/Wifi inc. Shrd lndry; lots of storage spc; close to bus.NS/NP. Avail April1 Ref Req. 250-938-1085 2 BDRM daylight suite. Sep. ent. Covered parking. Fruit trees. Quiet area. N/P, N/S. Util. + cable/internet incl. Shared W/D. $800/mo + DD. Avail Apr 1. 308-7857 2-bdrm, heat, cable, hydro incl, Suits single/prof. couple, Ref., n/p, n/s, $900/mo. (250)545-8583, 250-307-4343 2bdrm, located in the Middleton area, avail. April 1, NS/NP $900/mo util/incl. 250-5495170. 2bdrm newly reno’d W//D, cats ok, N/S, $875/mo. util/incl. 250-545-5495 2 bdrm + storage, util incl., n/s inside, avail March 1. n/p. $800. 250-542-3981. 2bdrm suite, n/s in/out, n/p, laundry, Middleton area, $900 incl/util. 250-542-8896 2BDRM, W/D, F/S incl Avail Immed N/S N/P $750/mo 604741-4196 2 BEDROOM Level Entry Suite with Carport, Sep. Entrance, W/D. N/S, small pets ok $800 + 1/2 Utilities. Apr.1. 250-550-5660. 3-bdrm, view, yard, storage, laundry, n/s, n/p, Mission Hill, $990 incl/util, (250)558-8243 $900 large, new, 2-bdrm, all util, cable internet incl, W/D, F/S, n/p, n/s, Avail March 15, (250)550-4056 ARMSTRONG 1 bedroom bsmt suite , Shared Laundry, Non Smoking, Dogs Neg, Separate entrance $700 Util included. 250-546-3327. below the RISE, spacious 1bdrm, util/cable/internet/shared laundry, NS/NP, single/couple, April 1. $700$750/mo. 250-549-4242. BRIGHT 1 bdr suite. Private laundry, entrance, storage & parking, N/S, N/P, reference req. Avail Immed, $695/mon, plus util 250-275-0665 BX. Bright 1.5 B/R basement suite, totally reno’d, new appliances, W/D, carport, own garden if required. Immediate occupancy. Quiet country setting suitable mature long-term single tenant. N/S.. $650 incl. util. References. 250-558-3665 East Hill, daylight, 1-bdrm, f/p, w/d, appl, adult oriented, n/s, n/p, $675, 250-938-1101 Lakeview 2bdrm, w/d, f/s, f/p, n/s, $750 +util. Suitable for prof. people. 3020 Sunnyview at Bella Vista. 250-503-1332 Newly reno’d 2bdrm, util/incl, shared laundry, NS/NP. $800. Armstrong. 250-546-6380. Renovated 2bdrm lake view, gas f/p, F/S, W/D hook up, avail. April 1, $900/mo. util/incl. +DD. 250-503-2080 Spacious 1 bdrm, mtn/lake views, laundry, dw, patio, ns/np,storage, parking, near college,$725/mth. 938-2679.
Superb fully furnished & equipped ski chalet, 2bdrm, 1bath, Sleeps 6, March 31-Oct 31. $875/mo . 250-661-9914.
Recreational/Sale
Recreational/Sale
Suites, Upper
1 Bedroom Suite Available in the Victorian. Everything included. For viewing call Elly 250-545-0470
Bachelor Suite Full bathroom, large kitchen, living/ bedroom, fireplace, utilities included. $650/mon. Call Elly 250-549-8367 or 250-545-0470
Newly reno’d 1bdrm suite, new paint, laminate, & tile. Close to all amenities, NS/NP, mature adult. $750/mo +1/2 D.D. hydro, & cable. ref/req. Avail March 15. 250-308-1132.
3-bdrm townhouse, newly reno’d, 1.5bath, close to town, no dogs, $900. (250)558-5053
Want to Rent 3bdrm home in Lumby or Lavington, possibly close to VSS, now or April 1. 250-549-0822 Seniors looking to rent or lease in Vernon or surrounding area. With small toy poodle, 12yrs old, 1(250)624-9406
Antiques / Classics 1986 Pontiac Trans AM, 305 V8, fully loaded, ex. cond., 135ks. Best offer. 868-2832
RENT: $750.00 per month includes heat, water, & sewer. • ONE BEDROOM SUITE – On Alexis Park Drive. Close to schools, bus route, and shopping.
RENT: $650.00 per month plus utilities • ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT –on 43rd Avenue, on site coin laundry, close to shopping and bus routes.
RENT: $575.00 per month plus utilities
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Small ads, BIG deals! 1990 Honda Accord EX 5spd, blue, runs good, needs brakes & tires, 18” rims & custom stereo $2000 obo 250-938-0350 1991 Toyota Tercel, 2dr, auto, cd, sunroof, new tires, brakes & muffler. no rust, $1995 (250)542-9772, 250-308-7616 1992 1.6L Honda Civic 5spd, 4dr Sedan, pw, pd, sunroof, many after market add ons, needs some TLC, asking $1200 obo. 250-549-3274. 2001 VW Passat, 110,000kms, black leather, sunroof, fully loaded, $8500. 250-546-4099 2003 RSX Acura, 5spd man. 105,000kms, exc. cond. asking $9800. (250)212-3075
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May1. Designer, 2bdrm/bath, new/view, 2nd floor, pvlaundry\entrance, A/C,0 central. Quiet couple/single, N/P-N/S, 1000+1/2util. 250-541-0203.
3bdrm, beautifully reno’d, good location, $1100/mo. N/S, 250-558-0969, 250-938-1957
1981 Mercedes 300 SD turbo diesel, exc. cond. $3000. 250558-3966, 250-306-0293 1988 Toyota Corolla wagon, $500 (250)545-4587
Selling price $4,800
Large 2-bdrm, adult oriented, n/s, n/p, quiet, heat incl, $820/mo, Avail Apr1. Phone 250-503-2124
3bdrm, 2bath, Hawthorne Lane, $900/mo. 250-5756161. Avail March 15.
Cars - Sports & Imports
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Cozy 2bdrm, $900/mo util/incl, quiet area, avail April 1. 250503-2507.
Townhouses
Recreational/Sale 1974 Skylark 5th wheel, $1200 obo. 1978 19’ Rustler travel trailer, $1000 obo. 250-5472268. 1986 26’ Ford Citation, Class C motorhome, 136,000kms, sleeps 6, fridge, stove, oven, awning, roof & dash air, great shape. $10,000 obo.250-3088309. 1988 34’ Fleetwood Pace Arrow motor home, excellent condition inside and out $15,500. (250)804-8275 1990 Class A Windjammer, 25.5’, rear bdrm, new fridge, TV, roof air, owen gen. 454 fuel injected, 80,000miles, well maintained. $12,900. 250-5587939, 250-542-1906 22’ 2006 Nash Travel Trailer, $13,000, a/c, sleeps 6, like new. (250)545-7260 Hookup & go 1992 Chev 3/4ton w/1988 25’ Prowler 5th Wheel. Both in great shape. Will sell separate. $7500 OBO (250)542-6399 TOY HAULER, 2003 20’ Thor, fully loaded incl air, sleeps 6, $12,500. (250)558-1483
2003 Yamaha 650 V star, comes with saddle bags, windshield, luggage rack & foot boards; added engine guard and cobra pipes, new continental tires 14,000, very good condition.
Bright Studio suite, fully furnished, incl heat, hydro, phone, cable, wireless internet, $425 Bi-monthly (250)558-9428
Sunny 1bdrm, recently reno, suitable 1 person, private laundry, ent, storage, parking. n/s, util incl., $675. 250-545-0369.
Cars - Domestic 2005 Police Crown Vic factory issued Police car, stalk 305 hp, V8, auto, chipped, new Cd/amp, fully loaded, only 110k, very fast, ICBC blue book value $16,500. Absolutely drives like brand new. Moving has to go. Closest offer to $8500 before end of March takes.250306-7505
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Available April1st, Bachelor unit suitable for senior or students in quiet building. appt needed, Please call leave 250 275-6224
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185/70R14, near new, Hankook Sypted winter tires, $300 (250)549-7003 4 Goodyear triple tread tires, P215/60R17, 80% new, tires good for 130,000kms, $450. 250-546-2820. FREE vehicle removal for recycling only, cars, trucks, vans. No registration, no problem. Call Larry 250-540-0303. RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000kms, Warranty. 250-542-2685. Truck lid for shortbox truck, 5’ 6”. Fits 07/08/09/10 Chev, Sierra or Silverado trucks. Can be painted to match truck color. $600 (250)542-1050 WRECKING GM FWD Cars, all parts on the shelf. Motors $300 & up. Doors $75 & up. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250546-9055.
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RENT: $950.00 per month includes utilities • TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT – On Okanagan Avenue in Regency RENT: $775.00 per month plus electricity • LUMBY - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT - Second floor – above
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Cars - Domestic 1997 Cavalier, 5spd, p/w, power door locks, a/c, asking $2100. 250-549-1395 1998 BUICK Regal LS 3.8L V6 Auto Power everything Air Tilt Cruise CD w/steering wheel controls! 188Km. Mostly highway Tinted windows(5% rear 35% front)winter tires on factory rims. After market 18” rims w/good rubber for extra $ motivated! $3500 obo Brodieguy18@hotmail.com 250-3099145 1999 Sunfire, 145,000kms, $2800 obo. Mint cond. 250306-9786. 2000 Buick LeSabre, loaded w/leather, 173k, exc.shape. $5500. 250-260-1818. 2000 Sunfire GT, 2dr, auto, a/c, 96,000k, exc. cond. $3950 obo. 250-308-6596 2001 Olds Alero, new brakes & tires, well maintained, $3500 OBO 250-307-4379 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 2.8 V6, 4 motion AWD, black w/beige leather, P/W, P/L, P/M, sunroof, etc. 155,00kms, new timing belt, lots of re-conditioning work done, c/w 24,000kms warranty! $11,000. Can view at Royal VW. Call 250-306-9780 lv/msg. 3RD ANNUAL SUN VALLEY SWAPMEET. SUN VALLEY SPEEDWAY, MARCH 26 & 27. STARTS 10AM. CALL REG 250-308-4701.
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02 YZ 250 Dirtbike for sale, many extras $3000 OBO (250)938-5292 2000 650 Yamaha Vstar, 20,000kms, loaded extras, Mint. $4200. 250-558-1483 2002 HD Softail std. luxury blue, lots $$$ in upgrades, exc.cond. $17,500. 250-5421881 H, 250-558-8928 C. 2002 VSTAR 1100, 19,000 kms. Excellent condition and loads of extras, must see $6,990. 250-308-8810 2003 100yr Ann. Harley softtail std. blk, lots of goodies, must see. $17,500 obo. 250-5421881 (H), 250-540-7244 (C). 2009 Scooter 49cc, 800km, like new, $1200, helmet, luggage & cover (250)550-6431 LEARN to ride from the most experienced instructors in the BC interior. Small class size; courses start every two weeks. Use our bike for the road test at no extra charge. www.vtwinokanagan.ca or 250-764-7075
Off Road Vehicles 1999 Yamaha ATV, 600cc, 4 star tires & rims. $4200 obo. 250-547-2268. 2001 Kia Sportage...2 litre 5-speed standard... 4 wheel drive...Fully loaded...Always serviced and kept up to date...The 100,000 km service included timing belt,clutch,wheel bearings and brakes...Just replaced windshield and complete exhaust system...includes JVC stereo system and newer winter tires....No surprises...looks/runs and drives very nicely $5400. OBO Phone 250-833-2637 $AVE E-SCOOTER $ALE *Brand New* E-Scooter $779 Kids Dirtbike/ATV Start@$249 Adult@ $1499 Buggie, UTV, etc. www.KDMSports.com 1-866-203-0906/250-863-1123 Recreational Park for off road vehicles & dirt race track for quads/buggies. 250-306-6692
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Snowmobiles 1997 670 & 500 Skidoo Summits, mint shape, w/new tilt trailers. $4500. 250-503-8193.
Sport Utility Vehicle 1992 Blazer 4WD, new tires, 4.3L, recent motor work done $2450 obo. 250-549-0562 1995 Ford Explorer “Eddie Bauer” black, 4x4, leather, fully loaded, CD stereo, AC, good tires/brakes, clean, no rust, asking $2500 obo. 250545-6411 2004 Honda CRV EXL, 111,000kms, loaded, exc.cond, summers/winters on rims. $18,800. obo 250-5458936.
Trucks & Vans 1993 Voyager, 2 sets of tiresnew winters $1000 firm. 250307-5126. 1994 Diesel Chev 4x4 dually 1-ton, many new parts, new & reconditioned transmission $4500. 1985 Toyota King cab truck w/canopy $1200. 1985 Trans Am ready to go $1500. 250-550-6287. 1996 GMC 1/2ton s/b, v6 auto, good shape $3000 obo. 250540-2749 after 3:30 weekdays 1998 B4000 Mazda, 2WD, 260,000kms, $3600. 250-5429595. 1999 F250 super duty, quad cab, long box, 7.3L, turbo, V8 diesel, auto, 140k. Moving closest offer before end of March takes $11,500. 250306-7505. 1999 Oldsmobile van, 6cyl, auto, 114kms, fully loaded, ex cond, $2600. 250-550-6431. 2001 FORD F150 4X4 Super Crew. New 5.4L motor, fully loaded, exc. cond. 250-5584180 or 250-878-2588. 2002 Dodge Caravan, good cond, low mileage, 114,000kms. $7000. 250-5423881, 250-549-0359. 2004 Avalanche, 5.3L, 121,000kms, after market sound/dvd system, custom wheels, very sharp $19,500 (250)558-9760 2005 Ford 150 Supercrew, 134kms, looks & runs exc, loaded $11,500. 250-503-1124 2006 2500 Dodge p/u 4dr 5.7 Hemi auto, 4x4, 115K, asking $15,500. (250)212-3075 2006 F150 Lariat 4dr, blk & gold, 4x4, 5.4L auto, 55,000k, $17,000. (250)212-3075 2007 Chevy Silverado, 4x4, 2500HD, 4dr, 117,000kms, full load, $21,500. 778-475-0521. 2007 GMC 3500 4x4, SLE Duramax diesel crew cab, long box, $24,950. 250-545-5394 www.teskovernon.com D10160
Utility Trailers 2008 16’ 14,000lb trailer w/ramps, used twice $5600. 250-503-8193. TRAILERS All types, all sizing, excellent pricing. (250)545-2000
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CELEBRATE HER 100TH BIRTHDAY! Cake and tea will be served from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Saturday, March 20, 2010 Coldstream WI Hall, 9909 Kal Lake Road, Coldstream. A gift of your favourite “stories” about something you have done with Helene would be appreciated. This will be added to a journal for Mom to enjoy later.
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12ft Kokanee Alum boat, 8HP Yamaha $1650. 14ft Zodiac, wood insert floor, 9.5HP Johnson $1850. Goldsleuce for water(floatable) w/pump & hoses $800. 250-550-5518,250-5478761
1973 13’6 fiberglass haul boat, 50hp merc, on trailer. $900 obo. 250-547-2268.
1981 15.5’ Bowrider boat w/1986 75HP mercury outboard, looks & runs great, on trailer $3700 obo. 250-2603500.
1981 Canaventure 17’ 150hp mercury outboard, great cond. exc. starter boat, $4000 firm. 250-558-1067
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Sealed Tenders clearly marked “The District of Coldstream – Grid Road – Contract #1” will be received by the Front Desk Clerk, District of Coldstream, prior to 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, April 1, 2010, at the District of Coldstream Office, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, V1B 1L6 – Attention: Michael Stamhuis, P.Eng., Chief Administrative Officer. Tenders will be publicly opened immediately after the Tender Closing Time, at the District of Coldstream Office, and the public is invited to attend. The work generally consists of the following approximate quantities: • 1000 lineal m of asphalt roadway, including concrete curb & gutter and extensive earthworks. • 850 lineal m of asphalt multi-use pathway, including concrete roadside barrier and street lighting. • 750 lineal m of PVC storm water main (250mmø and 300mmø), including catch basins and manholes. • 300 lineal m of PVC water main (200mmø). • 400 vertical m2 of engineered modular block retaining wall. • 360 lineal m of concrete block fencing. • 825 lineal m of chain link fencing. Contract Documents, Contract Drawings and Reference Material for this project will only be distributed electronically in digital format (pdf and dwf formats) through the BC Bid tendering website at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca. Information will be available on or after March 17, 2010. DWF reader software is available for free download from Autodesk at http://www.autodesk.com/designreview-download. A non-mandatory pre-tender site meeting will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. local time at the cul-de-sac at the end of Pointe Sage Drive, Coldstream, BC. Representatives from the District of Coldstream and Urban Systems Ltd. will be present. This project is supported and funded in part by the Communities Component under the Building Canada Fund and by Western Economic Diversification Canada. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR Urban Systems Ltd. 304 – 1353 Ellis Street Kelowna, BC V1Y 1Z9 Email: sgull@urban-systems.com Attention: Sheldon Gull, AScT.
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“Pursuant to the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, (R.S.B.C. 1996) the goods and chattels of Don Galloway will be sold on or after March 29, 2010 to recover $8,100.00 plus costs and additional storage fees at Del Selin Gunsmith Ltd., 2803 28th Street, Vernon, BC. Del Selin Gunsmith Ltd. Tel: 250-545-6413
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The Township of Spallumcheen is accepting Proposals for one new brush chipper. Proposal packages will be available for pick up at the Municipal Office, 4144 Spallumcheen Way and are available on the website at www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca on Monday, March 15th, 2010. Proposals will be accepted at the Spallumcheen Municipal Office until 12:00 pm., Friday, March 26th, 2010. Inquiries should be directed to Ed Forslund, Acting Public Works Manager
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NOTICE OF INTENT RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR PRIMARY CLUB LICENCE An application has been received from officials of Vernon Soccer Association for a Liquor Primary Club Licence for: The Vernon Soccer Association Clubhouse at 6601 Okanagan Landing Rd (Marshall Fields). The applicant is proposing to serve alcohol between the hours of: 6:00PM to 1:00AM Monday to Thursday; 4:00PM to 1:00AM Friday; 12:00PM to 1:00AM Saturday; and, 12:00PM to 11:30PM Sunday. Pursuant to Section 11.3 of the Liquor Control & Licensing Act and Council direction, comments are being sought from the public on the above noted applications, with comments being forwarded to: CITY OF VERNON Attn: Dale Rintoul, Planner 3400 - 30th Street, Or via fax (250-545-5309) Or via email (drintoul@vernon.ca) To ensure the consideration of your views, written comments from the public are requested to be submitted to the City prior to Monday, March 29, 2010. Please include your name and address with the comments.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Margaret Mary Anderson, Deceased, who died on the 15th day of October, 2009, are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Executor named hereunder at PO Box 9, 2001 Miller Street, Lumby, BC VOE 2G0 on or before April 15, 2010, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Debra Jean Dandenault, Executor by DEULING & COMPANY Barristers and Solicitors Her Solicitors.
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Gerald and Wendy Bennett are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Shandralee Bennett to Jeremy Sundin March 7, 2009 at Vernon Alliance Church, with friends and family present, followed by the reception at the Village Green Hotel. The couple cherishes the wonderful memories of their wedding day as well as their honeymoon in Paris. They are congratulated on their one-year anniversary!
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