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Outhouse case flushes out stolen items RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
The recovery of a stolen outhouse has expanded into an extensive investigation for Lumby RCMP. The status of three trailers is being reviewed and a man was arrested in relation to a Kelowna robbery after an outhouse stolen in Lumby was found in the 6700 block of Highway 6 in Lavington Thursday. “The case of the outhouse mushroomed,” said Cpl. Henry Proce. As police arrived on scene to check out the outhouse at about 4 p.m., a
man was located in a pickup truck. He attempted to flee. “We chased him and he was arrested,” said Proce. It was determined that the pickup truck was stolen from Richmond in February, and the suspect was the focus of an arrest warrant for a Nov. 5, 2009 robbery in Kelowna. The suspect had permission from the Lavington property owner to be living on the farm, but it’s believed the 35-foot-long holiday trailer he was residing in may be stolen. A 25-foot-long storage trailer and a
flat-deck trailer were also on site. The investigation continues to determine where they came from. A 53-year-old man, believed to be possibly from Vancouver, was taken into custody and he was expected to appear in Vernon court Friday regarding the Kelowna warrant and possession of stolen property (the pickup truck). The log outhouse — valued at $1,900 — was stolen from Rouck Brothers Sawmill on Highway 6 Sept. 26. “Thanks to the media publicity, a tip came in from a fellow who spotted it,” said Proce.
Greater Vernon taxpayers could be pumping big bucks into a provincial park. The Ministry of Environment wants to expand parking at the Kekuli Bay Provincial Park boat launch, and it is seeking $230,000 from the North Okanagan Regional District. “We see a benefit to the Greater Vernon area and its residents,” said John Trewhitt, protected areas section head with B.C. Parks, If NORD agrees to the $230,000, a new 28-stall parking lot for single vehicles would be constructed, while the north parking lot would be expanded and paved to create 23 truck/trailer stalls. Gyula Kiss, Coldstream director, is willing to consider the expenditure. Gyula Kiss “Originally the regional district contributed to the (development of the) park and we have some kind of interest there,” he said. That is also the view of Wayne Lippert, a Vernon director. “It gives us an opportunity to increase lake access, particularly when Kalavista has issues,” he said of congestion at NORD’s boat launch in Coldstream. However, Lippert wants further details on the Kekuli Bay launch before agreeing to funding. “A lot of our residents use it but we need to know local use compared to people camping,” he said, adding that he also wants to know if the government will improve vehicle access off Highway 97. Kiss believes further use at Kekuli Bay could move boats farther into the lake and away from Greater Vernon’s water intakes at the north end. It’s anticipated that NORD’s potential contribution would only come from Greater Vernon jurisdictions. B.C. Parks is proposing a total of $750,000 in improvements to the boat launch area. As part of phase one, the government has committed $545,000 towards enlarging the south parking lot, reducing the grade of the boat ramp, relocating the existing dock and adding a new dock, and relocating the works yard. That project should be done by the end of November. “There are some issues with the functionality of the launch — the ramp grade and the dock space,” said Trewhitt. “At peak times, it can be quite congested there.” Phase two would be completed in the spring or fall of 2011 if the regional district agrees to provide funds. If the money doesn’t materialize, the project could be shelved. “We would look at whether we carry on with that component,” said Trewhitt.
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News Naturopaths gain prescribing authority JENNIFER SMITH
uled drugs, only accessible through prescriptions. Now access has been re-gained to these medicines, for naturopaths who choose to obtain prescribing authority (it is not mandatory and to date an estimated 175 have obtained the authority). Before coming to Vernon, Entner and Spooner worked in the U.S., where they had prescribing authority and they say it worked well. It was another tool in their medicine bag, readily available if needed. “It’s certainly not our first tool, but it’s giving patients options,� said Entner, who is keen on giving patients the best of both practices – traditional Western medicine plus alternative natural treatments. Patient Jeff Normandeau likes the idea of having the option to visit a naturopath and get a second opinion. It doesn’t mean he’ll abandon his doctor’s advice, he just likes being able to examine other options. “You get an added point-of-view,� said Normandeau. “It gives you more peace of mind that you’ve checked out a few different options. “And quite often they (NDs) do say, ‘you need to do what your GP is saying.’� Spooner (ND) adds: “It’s not about us taking over patients, it’s about working with them. The whole thing is about creating an integrated health-care team.� Oppel (GP) does agree that options should be available to patients. “We want people to have choices. (But) don’t compromise your health.� He encourages patients who are sick to still visit their GP, adding that even though doctors are busy, those who are sick are still getting looked after.
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“Currently when a patient is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection in our office, we send them home with our herbs and nutrients that are often highly successful. However, sometimes an antibiotic is the best choice for that patient.� Now, instead of having to send the patient to a walk-in or doctor, naturopaths can save both the patient and the medical system time and money by writing the prescription themselves. With recent changes in regulations, NDs have also been finding that many of their traditional medicines have become sched-
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Waiting upwards of half an hour at a hospital, doctor’s office or walk-in clinic isn’t uncommon. “Everybody tries their best but it is really busy and there’s been lots of cutbacks,� said Carol Kopp, both a patient and nurse in the health-care system. In an effort to ease some of the pressure, the B.C. government recently granted naturopathic physicians (NDs) prescribing authority. B.C. is the first province in Canada to offer prescribing authority to naturopaths. For patients like Kopp, it means they don’t have to wait to see a general practitioner (GP) to have a prescription written up or refilled. They can go to a naturopath. “I’m not saying I’m going to stop going to my GP just because of these changes,� said Kopp, who believes there’s a place in the system for both NDs and GPs. But she adds: “If doctors and naturopaths worked together we could accommodate a lot more and get some of the dollars down in health care.� Yet, some doctors fear that the new rules could make matters worse for the healthcare system. “We’re not concerned about protecting turf,� said Lloyd Oppel, GP/emergency physician and chair of council on health promotion for the B.C. Medical Association (which represents the collective view of the medical profession). “If anything we’re going to be busier. Doctors are busy enough. “Our concern is when people get the wrong diagnosis or the wrong care or treatment.� In order to gain the prescribing authority, NDs have to complete a five-month long certification process. But Oppel says even with that extensive training doctors worry about naturopaths’ lack of prescribing experience and familiarity with such powerful medicines. “It’s ironic in a sense. Naturopaths have for decades built themselves as drug-less practitioners,� said Oppel. Many people see naturopathic medicine as using strictly natural medicines such as herbs and vitamins. “But this does not completely reflect the philosophy of naturopathic medicine or the education and training that NDs receive,�
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Committee concept under fire JENNIFER SMITH
Lorne Pearson Morning Star Staff doesn’t serve on the There is some con- committee but lives cern that neighbour- near the Kalavista area, hoods in Coldstream are and says the issues that potentially being pitted neighbourhood is dealagainst each other. ing with affect the entire Bjorn Edblad community. recently resigned “As a boater, I feel from the Kalavista that the whole commuN e i g h b o u r h o o d nity should be involved Advisory in solving Committee, issues at the due to connorth end of cerns about the lake, not the direction just one neighthe commitb o u r h o o d ,” tee is going. said Pearson. The com“I feel that mittee was the communioriginally ty as a whole is Bjorn Edblad formed in being left out.” May 2009 folN o r m lowing numerous resi- Hladun, chair dent complaints in the of the Kalavista area — mainly around N e i g h b o u r h o o d the boat launch, but Committee, admits that also the beach, pub, the committee has been lagoon, etc. controversial. One of council’s “The existence of goals was to create a this committee has neighbourhood plan been questioned since for the area. But that day one.” hasn’t gone over well But he says Edblad with some Coldstream is off base saying neighresidents. bourhoods are being “There is nothing pitted against each wrong with a vision other. statement however in “That’s ridiculous.” my opinion it should be Craig Broderick, for Coldstream at large Coldstream director of and not for numerous development services, individual little neigh- adds: “That’s certainly bourhoods which would not the intent. have the tendency of “Everyone’s trying to creating conflicts and make the whole compitting neighbourhood munity better, whether against neighborhood,” you do this neighboursaid Edblad in his resig- hood by neighbournation letter. hood.” Some other The committee is Coldstream residents a way for council to also have concerns hear the concerns of about council creating Kalavista residents. The individual neighbour- committee cannot make hood committees.
decisions, it can only send recommendations, which council has the final say on. “I don’t think council says, ‘we’re going to do whatever the committee says,’” said Mayor Jim Garlick. The committee is pleased that their concerns about traffic, safety and peaceful livability in the area are being recognized. But contrary to what some residents believe, Hladun says the committee is not trying to shut down the lake or the boat launch. “It would be silly to put forward things that don’t get the support of the community as a whole,” said Hladun. Instead, he says Kalamalka Lake needs the infrastructure to give access to the lake in an area that can handle the traffic. “We need new boat launches but they shouldn’t be built in the middle of neighbourhoods.” With the public beach, pub, store, boat launch, and tennis courts all packed into the Kalavista area, it is a
hub of activity. Garlick says it is a unique and complex area, which is why the committee was formed. While Coldstream as a whole shares a similar vision, the community is full of diverse neighbourhoods, each with their own concerns, therefore Hladun agrees that each deserves its own vision. “What’s good for Lavington may not be good for Middleton Mountain and may not be good for Long Lake Estates, etc.” If the energy is there, further neighbourhood committees could be formed. Council started with the Kalavista neighbourhood due to ongoing concerns in the area. “They (council) wanted to reach out to the community and that was the one neighbourhood that was raising its hands,” said Broderick. The committee consists of two council members and eight appointees from the neighbourhood and residents at large. Its term ends Nov. 20, 2011.
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Water standards fuel debate RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Greater Vernon politicians hope costly upgrades to the water utility can be avoided if the province forces the Interior Health Authority to back down. Representatives from Vernon and Coldstream recently met with government cabinet ministers to discuss IHA requiring filtration at the Duteau Creek treatment plant by 2015. The projected cost is $20 million. “She was very upset when we talked about health authorities and standards,” said Wayne Lippert, Vernon mayor, of Healthy Living Minister Ida Chong. “She says her ministry sets the standards. She’s had enough of health authorities setting different standards. IHA falls under her jurisdiction and they will have to follow the standards set by her ministry.” Jim Garlick, Coldstream mayor, got a similar message from Ben Stewart, community development minister. “He believes the standards are too high,” said Garlick. Lippert claims health authorities have set certain standards because of concerns someone may get sick drinking water and pursue legal action. “There’s been scares across the country and they’re trying to react to the highest standards,” he said. The $29 million Duteau Creek treatment plant has been
“She’s had enough of health authorities.” — Wayne Lippert operating for almost a month. It’s expected to address concerns about the colour of the Duteau source and turbidity (cloudiness). “We have had posi-
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Pursuant to the provisions of Section 892 of the Local Government Act, a Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the City of Armstrong, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C. on October 25, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. to hear representations on the following matters:
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These bylaws propose to amend the City of Armstrong Of¿cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 1231 and the City of Armstrong Zoning Bylaw 1268 by changing the future land use designation and rezoning the land legally described as Amended Lot 2 (273711F), Sec. 6, Twp 35, K (formerly O) DYD, Plan 14766, Except Plan KAP87055 located at T3240 Fraser Road, Armstrong, BC from the future land use designation of “Agricultural” to “Low Density Residential” and to rezone the property from the “Country Residential” (C.R) zone to the “Residential Medium Density Single Family” (R.1-A) zone in order to develop a 12 lot residential subdivision.
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Commissioners work with both the Area Director and CSRD Parks and Recreation staff to provide advice on the development, maintenance and operation of community parks and trails, future recreational programs and to assist in the preparation of the financial plans for parks and recreation within their Electoral Area. Commissioners are required to meet at least 4 times per year, and may be required to meet more often. Terms are 2 years in duration, and will commence immediately following formal appointment by the CSRD Board in December, 2010. Individuals who best satisfy the following requirements will be recommended to the CSRD Board of Directors for appointment: • Interest, leadership and passion for enhancing public enjoyment of parks, trails and green spaces, as well as promoting local stewardship of recreational amenities. • Desire to share knowledge and experience in a range of subjects relevant to community parks and recreation planning, management and development (e.g. parks management and operation, recreational facilities and programming, construction and engineering, the environment, youth, seniors, business and geography).
All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by these Bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the above Bylaws.
Please send a brief written summary of interests and experience by Friday, October 29, 2010 to:
Copies of the proposed Bylaws may be inspected at the of¿ce of the City of Armstrong through to October 25, 2010, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays.
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Green light given to clubhouse RICHARD ROLKE
Right-of-way for biking safely. City of Vernon staff a trail will not be prePlans for a new will work with the com- served near the Vernon community facility in munity policing office Airport. Okanagan Landing are to establish a bike safety The Ribbons of moving ahead. education program for Green Trails Society Council has sup- curriculums in local has proposed that the ported the designa- schools. City of Vernon set aside tion of a portion of “We want to get a right-of-way for a 7000 Cummins Road more chil- path as part of rezonas public and dren aware ing 12 properties along institutional in Landing of the road Okanagan the waterfront for bicycles,” Road. However, that neighbourhood said Mayor was not included when centre plan. W a y n e council gave the bylaw This will allow third reading. Lippert. the former “Why do we want The city Lakers Golf will also to build a trail when clubhouse to be contact the we already have a trail Baumbrough used for comI n s u r a n c e (in front of the propmunity-based Corporation erties along Okanagan recreational of B.C. to Landing Road)?” said activities. discuss an Coun. Jack Gilroy. “It can be The society had elementar y used for recschool safety asked that a right-ofreational proe d u c a t i o n way be preserved at the gramming,”said rear of the properties, initiative. Coun. Buffy Officials along Vernon Creek, for Baumbrough. will deter- a trail. “It’s a great “It would provide mine what way to build a different experience support the Gilroy an asset in the Crown cor- especially for school community.” p o r a t i o n children in the area,” Baumbrough also may be willing to pro- said Dale Rintoul, city believes the clubhouse vide towards the pro- planner. could be used by com- gram. Some of the propermunity groups for ty owners had expressed Trail Corridor meetings. concerns that a new trail Won’t Be Protected The rest of the property, which is owned by the city, will be set aside for natural habitat and residential development. Rabbits Targeted By Bylaw Anyone trying to sell rabbits for breeding purposes could run afoul of the law. Vernon council has OWNER / OPERATOR endorsed a draft animal Brad Perepolkin regulation and pound bylaw. All rabbits being 250-260-7070 sold or given away will have to be spayed or www.homeloan.ca • cell. 250-503-6199 neutered. Clint Kanester, bylaw enforcement manager, admits that rules We specialize in: regarding rabbits will • Wills & Estate Planning impact pet stores. • Powers of Attorney “It’s consistent with • Trusts what Kelowna has • Probates done,” he said. • Elder Law The goal is to reduce • Disability Trusts the possibility of feral • Wealth Preservation rabbits spreading • Representation & Family Care Agreements throughout the community. “I had very definite ideas how Under the proposed I wanted to be taken care of at the bylaw, no one will be end of my life. Mr. Laarakker able to have or keep rabshowed me how a Representation bits unless the animals Agreement would be right for me.” are confined in a secure, - Mrs. T.S., Vernon enclosed structure. By appointment only • We make hospital visits Bicycle Safety Moves Ahead Efforts are underway Unit #1 4205 27th Street, Vernon (lower level of Mara Suites) to ensure children are Morning Star Staff
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t’s not like I haven’t done it before. In fact back in the day I was a newspaper carrier (called paperboy then) for several years for The Vancouver Sun. And I don’t want to conjure up too many horror stories about how tough it was back in the good old days but: ■ I did have to ride my bike from the East Hill down to the paper shack near the Civic Arena to pick up the papers – rain, Glenn Mitchell snow or shine – and then on to my route past Butcher Boys on Silver Star Road and Pleasant Valley Road and then back to East Hill, six days a week before school (OK, we only had school five days a week back then too but The Sun was an afternoon paper in Vancouver and was delivered the next day here so I worked Tuesday through Sunday and yes, had to deliver on holidays like Christmas Day). ■ And we had to collect every month back then too, which was a real pain cause you had to go at night and people weren’t home or didn’t have the money or...... Anyway, you get the idea that I’m familiar with the activity, so I wasn’t that taken aback when head office, along with a smiling circulation manager, informed me that the three amigos on your left on this page would celebrate international newspaper carrier appreciation week by taking on a route. OK. Why not? Support a vital part of the newspaper team that helps get the news to your door every week, while getting in touch with a part of our operation that too often gets neglected by us here at the office and deserves more appreciation by all concerned. I mean we can put out the best paper humanly possible but if it doesn’t end up on your doorstep it’s all for naught. So I’ll gladly do my part, plus did I mention the edict came from head office (apparently the owner, David Black, was delivering on Friday too), so who am I not to be a team player?
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Still as D-Day, as in Delivery Day, approached, certain concerns rose to the surface, such as what route would I take? Apparently my neighbourhood in Okanagan Landing was “too easy,” explained the gleeful circulation manager. “The houses are too close together,” she smiled. She was enjoying this a little too much for my liking. Although I feared that meant I was getting a rural route with several furlongs between properties, I ended up getting Route #121, basically the top of Allenby Way, including Richfield Drive and Place and part of Heritage Drive West. Fairly close to home but steeper than I was hoping for and I had to pick up my papers at the office, all 96 of them. A bike was out of the question if I ever wanted to get to my regular day job, and as D-Day drew closer the sales manager and I were joking about how to get out of this particular endeavour. Apparently if we were breathing, we were delivering. So at 6:30 a.m. on Friday as I stepped out of my garage into the dark, and wind and rain (somebody was trying to send a message about my whining), it felt like I was heading out into a new adventure and a trip down memory lane at the same time. And it was OK. The bundles were where they were supposed to be, the houses were where they were supposed to be and it even quit raining, which was good cause I was woefully unprepared to deal with it. And it was fun. I remembered how I liked the quiet of early morning (once you get up), the satisfaction of getting the news to people’s doorsteps (maybe it’s the old-fashioned way now but it’s still a bargain and a great service, although I could be a little biased), and I even got a few thank yous from people and friendly greetings from a couple canines (at least I think they were friendly). And I did it all in an hour-and-a-half before school, er, work. And I don’t have to collect. And I got in my walk for the day. And I bet I could do it in just over an hour next time........but did I mention how this exercise helped renew my appreciation for all newspaper carriers? Feel free to thank them too.
It’s time for Coldstream to review the Kalavista Neighbourhood Advisory Committee, and whether it is actually fulfilling its mandate and serving the community. And the need for this scrutiny comes after a committee member stepped down. He has suggested the group is “creating conflicts and pitting neighbourhood against neighbourhood.” District officials disagree but his concerns are valid because the committee appears to want to place severe restrictions on the boat launch, which has been around longer than most immediate neighbours and is used by the community-at-large. The committee chairman says the goal isn’t to shut down the Kalavista launch. But he goes on to say that: “We need new boat launches but they shouldn’t be built in the middle of neighbourhoods.” It would also be interesting to know how the members of the committee came to their duties? Were they simply appointed by council or were they selected by the neighbourhood? It would also be good to know if the committee, in fact, is truly representative of a majority of residents who live in the Kalavista neighbourhood, and if the users of the launch — boaters — are represented in all discussions? It may not have been the district’s intention when the committee was formed, but the Kalavista advisory committee is dominating considerable time and resources at the municipal office. Certainly residents of the immediate neighbourhood should be involved in addressing any concerns around the boat launch, but it’s increasingly obvious that the advisory committee concept isn’t working out as planned.
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n all the rhetoric flying around on the issue of the long gun registry, I have not heard one single coherent argument about why it should be scrapped. The facts speak eloquently why we must keep the long gun registry: While the establishment of the registry was too expensive, the RCMP now manages the registry and reports that in 2009 the long gun portion of the entire firearms registry cost $4.1 million to operate - a pittance for the benefits we receive. It's free to register or transfer the registration of your rifles and shotguns. It doesn't cost a dime. In fact, it's even free to get a license to own a gun. It's a myth that there it's time consuming to register a gun. Gun owners can register their long guns online or over the phone in minutes. Of the 16 police officers killed by guns in Canada between 1998 and 2009, 14 were killed by a long gun. Long guns are as lethal as hand guns and have been used in domes-
tic violence and in suicides. Most firearm-related deaths are caused by rifles or shotguns with suicides the leading cause of death by firearms in Canada. The RCMP, the Canadian Police Association, the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police and the Canadian Association of Police Boards support the registry. In 2009, the firearms registry was accessed by police across Canada on average 11,000 times a day, with 2,800 of those queries for addresses involving community safety incidents. The gun registry has aided police
BAN OVERDUE It surely is a sad and pathetic day indeed when one reads that Vernon city council has turned down a proposed bylaw, one all councillors should have had the common sense if not the compassion to adopt as soon as it was on the agenda: the abolishment of the degradation of wild animals used and abused in circuses. We are living in the year 2010 and Vernon is still acting like the barbarians we used to be, tormenting magnificent animals for entertainment of the masses who are as non-compassionate as Vernon council itself. So many other cities have passed bylaws over the years condemning the cruel use of animals in circuses and Vernon council should be thoroughly ashamed of itself for acting like medieval ignoramuses. When, oh when will Vernon act like a modern city and prevent these great wild animals from performing in degrading acts solely for the benefit of a few people? Our family and friends have stopped visiting your
investigations. Two men were identified and convicted as accessories to the murder of four RCMP officers in Mayerthorpe, Alta., in part because a registered gun was left at the scene of the crime. This year, the police queries to the registry are averaging more than 13,000 times a day, with 3,000 daily address queries. Police consult the registry when conducting criminal investigations related to firearms thefts. They consult the registry to find out how many and what kind of firearms are in a household when they respond to calls for help. The firearms registry, along
city and we will as long as circuses with animal acts are allowed to be looked upon as entertainment. Rodeos, circuses, cock fights and dog fights should all be things of the unsavory past and yet, Vernon has decided to stick its head in the sand and pretend wild animals are no better than puppets to the idiotic schemes some of us come up with. Not only am I sorely disappointed with Vernon council, I am truly disappointed with the citizens of your city for not speaking up against the stupidity and the horror of allowing wild animals in circuses! Madelon M. Keij-Mulder South Surrey WEEKEND RUINED On Oct. 2, we were looking forward to a few days at the large campsite at Sugar Lake. We had a wonderful spot and were right beside the lake. There are signs posted in several spots around the camp area, re: no ATV or motorbikes being ridden in the campsite area. Our enjoyable camping trip was made miserable by adults and children riding ATVs and a motorbike
with the educational measures and safe storage regulations introduced at the same time have worked to reduce rifle and shotgun murders in Canada at a rate far greater than murders by other firearms like handguns. Since the inception of the Firearms Act in 1995, the rate of firearms homicide with long-guns has dropped from 2.1 per 1,000,000 people (1995) to one per 1,000,000 (2008). Check it out at www.guncontrol. ca/English/Home/Works/Works. htm On Aug. 31, 2010 the RCMP released its evaluation of the Canadian firearms program. The report is dated February 2010 and confirms what registry supporters have been advocating; the vast majority of firearm related deaths in Canada are the result of rifles and shotguns. The report clarifies that the registry is "effective, efficient, cost-efficient and most importantly, it saves lives." Check it out at: www.guncontrol.ca/English/Home/ C391/C391.htm Kay Osatenko
around the campsite during the day and in the black of the night. The late evening around the campfire was destroyed by loud and boisterous yahoos attempting to outdo each other in storytelling. The language at times was less than appropriate. The children, following the parents' example, were very loud. There were actually two groups just as loud. We have some lovely backcountry lakes that attract people to enjoy fishing excursions and just to soak in the peace and tranquility of the beauty our area provides. Why then do we have to put up with loudmouthed, drunken bubbas and their crew? What kind of example do these people set for their children? It’s OK to ignore the rules? You do not have to consider others? Is there anywhere to go in this day and age for some peace and to enjoy our beautiful backcountry and small lakes? We left after one afternoon and night and returned home Elinor Turrill
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That will provide a connection for traffic from Kalamalka Road to Highway 97, which will take pressure of the narrow and winding Westkal Road (which is currently being used). During the next five weeks, construction will be in full swing to complete the initial phase of the project. “They’ll be working seven days a week, probably 10 to 12 hour days,” said Michael Stamhuis, Coldstream’s chief administrative officer. “That will be a fairly noisy operation.” Construction crews have been advised that machine start-up isn’t to occur any earlier than 7 a.m. Motorists accessing Sage Point will also be limited to single lane traffic during construction.
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Fruit growers seek municipal support RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Orchardists are urging municipalities to remain strong supporters of the tree fruit industry. Representatives from the B.C. Fruit Growers Association made presentations to Vernon and Coldstream councils Tuesday. “We really appreciate municipalities,” said Roger Bailey, an association executive member. The primary relationship between local governments and orchardists is through funding of the Sterile Insect Release program. Its mandate is to try and control the impact of codling moth on the apple crop and
“We really appreciate municipalities.” — Roger Bailey reduce the amount of pesticides used. Bailey believes there is a responsibility on the part of communities to support SIR. “It’s the people at large who ask for more environmentally friendly processes,” he said. Apple trees in residential backyards can also host codling moth. Another major issue for growers is housing workers, with 70 per cent being local and from across Canada, and 30 per cent being Mexican
or Caribbean. Bailey said there is a need to look at campsites that are safe and secure for workers, and to ensure public transit goes into rural areas so orchard workers can get around instead of hitchhiking. “My workers use it regularly to get to town,” he said of the bus between Vernon and his community of Oyama. Municipal planning is also a concern for the BCFGA as rural-urban conflicts can increase
with development, while Bailey insists there is a need for a secure, affordable water supply for agricultural activities. “Additional water storage investment is needed by the province,” he said. “Originally, the
water supply systems were developed by and for agriculture.” The tree fruit industry generates $130 million in wholesale revenue a year, and pumps $230 million into the Okanagan economy.
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“His business acumen, profound sense of ethics and manageThere will be no change ment style are the hallmarks in leadership at the City of of his leadership that have Vernon. resulted in major positive Council has signed a changes for the workforce at new, three-year contract city hall.” with Leon Gous, chief Gous has been chief administrative officer. administrative officer since “Council has established September 2005. He joined a positive working relationthe city in 2003 as general ship with Mr. Gous and Leon Gous manager of community serwe value the tremendous vices, and was previously support and guidance he provides on a daily basis,” said Mayor with the North Okanagan Regional District. Wayne Lippert.
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The North Okanagan RCMP and School District 22 would like to extend a very special “Thank You” to the following individuals, businesses and organizations for making this years Jean Minguy Memorial Youth Academy a colossal success. It is because of your support, contributions and dedication to youth that we made it work. • Chritine Papke – BC Ambulance Service • Allan Hesketh – BC Ambulance Service • Barry Bertolli – Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement • Mike Richardson – BC Conservation Officer Service • City of Vernon Public Works Cpl TAYLOR and the GATOR. • Vernon Auto Towing • Dan Walker, Darren Cecchini, Chris Robinson, and Doug Kuhn (Vernon Fire Department) • Ken Delmonico • Denise Tremblay • Paul Dumont • Setsuko Mori • Leslie Gaye West • Mary Gordon • Kelowna Crime Prevention Association (KCPA) • City of Vernon Community Policing/Safe Communities Unit: Rachael L. Zubick
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Vernon RCMP are again sending out a warning about a possible telephone scam. This one involves a person claiming to be from a cellular phone company. A local woman received a call at her home from a person claiming to be a representative of the cell phone company, and was offering the woman good rates and phone packages. “The caller wanted to collect personal information such as date of birth, social insur-
ance number and credit card information, and when the complainant refused, the representative became very upset,” said Sgt. Dave Evans. Police have tried to confirm if the company actually exists. “We’ve done various record checks and placed a call back to the number provided by the business representative,” said Evans. “All of it has been negative. That’s why I won’t release the name of the company as I’m not confident all checks have been done to confirm that.” Evans said the inci-
dent should serve as a reminder to people to be cautious when contacted by telephone solicitors. Ensure you know who you are talking to and only provide information that’s relevant to the service. “Check the company on the Internet, place a call back to a business number provided by the caller and always remember, if it sounds too good be true, it probably is,” said Evans.
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Museum to expand An expansion will help the Lumby Museum raise funds necessary for preserving the past. The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee has agreed to the Lumby Historical Society’s plans for an addition on to its storage facility. “They have the funding to put the structure up,” said Rick Fairbairn, committee chairman. The expansion will occur between the swimming pool Rick Fairbairn and the current storage area. “Each year, the museum sells homemade pies with ice cream at Lumby Days as its main fundraising event,” said Dorothy Hobbs, the society’s fundraising chairperson, in a letter. “The directors would like to be able to close off the space to store refrigerators and coolers and in turn use the area each year for their sales. They would like to have a roof put over the area to protect the storage items when not being used.” Fairbairn believes there is a link between the society’s fundraising and promoting heritage. “There is a valuable history that should be protected. It’s a strong part of the community.”
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Waste Matters October 2010
Demolish or Deconstruct? The Choice is Yours What’s Inside Solid Waste Management Update
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2 ‘Green’ Leaders Recognized 3 Fall Yard Waste Collection 3 Environmental Crossword 3 RDNO Supports Community Projects 3 Recycling Information 4 Recycling and Disposal Facility 4
Styrofoam Recycling Program
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The recent “demolition” of the Vernon Medical Clinic building (3009-31st Ave) is an excellent example of how to efficiently remove a structure while at the same time minimizing the amount of waste disposed. Clearview Grinding Ltd. (Clearview) was contracted by the City of Vernon to remove the building and instead of doing a traditional demolition, they chose to significantly reduce the amount of waste disposed by deconstructing the building and sorting the various types of material generated. The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) worked cooperatively with Clearview to maximize the amount of material diverted by providing (for a fee) a demolition waste processing area at the Greater Vernon Recycling and Disposal Facility (GVRDF). They hauled waste from the building site to the GVRDF where Clearview staff sorted and processed the wood, metal and refuse. Clearview project manager Brad Morrison is no stranger to building deconstruction and waste diversion. He has completed several demolition projects where the contract
required a minimum of 75% of the demolition waste be recycled or diverted from disposal. “In some instances there is money to be made on the sale of a portion of building waste, and in most other cases there are fees to be saved at landfill sites when loads of mixed demolition waste are separated to commodities with lower fees,” states Morrison. “By managing waste in this way, it becomes a win, win situation. The landfill saves space for waste that truly belongs there and our company saves money on fees,” adds Morrison. RDNO Recycling and Facilities Operations Manager Dale Danallanko was pleased with the results of this project. “A significant amount of waste was generated when the Vernon Medical Clinic was demolished, however the amount of waste that ended up in the landfill was a fraction of what it would have been had Clearview not sorted, separated and processed the material. The RDNO would have collected substantially more in disposal fees if Clearview hadn’t done this, however in the long run everyone benefits when landfill capacity is conserved.”
In the end, approximately 30 tonnes of refuse and 60 tonnes of asbestos from the Vernon Medical Clinic was buried at the GVRDF. Approximately 20 tonnes of metal, 25 tonnes of crushable material and 300 tonnes of chipped wood waste were all that remained. All of this material (more than 400 tonnes) would have been buried if the material had not been sorted and separated. The RDNO encourages this type of thinking when it comes to demolition projects. Local companies like LRM Contracting Ltd. have been practicing building deconstruction for some time now and are saving money on disposal fees by sorting and separating. It costs money to deconstruct and to process mixed demolition waste, but savings can be realized when it come to disposal fees. Recycling and Disposal Facility customers can save money by separating waste according to type. Wood and metal are only $20 and $10 per tonne respectively (1000 kg= 1 tonne) to recycle whereas mixed construction and demolition waste (C&D
Before - mixed demolition waste from the Vernon Medical Clinic
After - separated into wood, scrap metal, waste wire, and significantly reduced amount of refuse for burial. Waste) disposal fee is $145 per tonne. This recyclable material does not need to be buried and the higher fee is designed to encourage separation at the source. For customers that choose not to do so, the additional fee will help pay for extra sorting done by staff on site.
KPMG Makes Green Initiatives Part of Regular Business KPMG has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2010. This designation recognizes employers that lead the country by enhancing environmental awareness within their organizations. These winning employers have developed outstanding environmental initiatives and are attracting people to their organizations by making environmental values part of their organizational culture. KPMG not only practices waste reduction in its Vernon location, but also on a National basis through a variety of initiatives that aim to reduce unnecessary waste. KPMG has implemented a number of waste reduction policies and procedures including:
• preparing digital files and providing all employees with portable scanners • requiring employees join “epost” to receive paperless pay stubs • defaulting all printers to print double sided • reducing the number of printers in the offices • introducing electronic only communications for billing and faxing Sustainability Sustainable practices are rarely associated with firms outside of the traditional scope of environment work, but KPMG has implemented procurement policies that require 50 percent of paper used in the office must have recycled content and 70 percent of virgin paper must be
sourced from sustainably managed forest operations. KPMG has also developed a network of sustainability champions across Canada who meet on a regular basis to discuss issues and ideas, and to monitor progress towards established goals. Some initiatives that have been implemented in the Vernon office include: • improving and increasing the size of recycling bins in the lunch room • holding drives for recyclable items such as eyeglasses, batteries and cell phones • keeping staff informed about initiatives through the KPMG’s “green” quarterly newsletter • increasing awareness of sustainability issues by bringing experts in for “lunch and learn” sessions
Reducing Fuel Consumption KPMG has reduced travel costs by equipping offices with state of the art video-conferencing systems to enable staff to “virtually” meet while remaining in their offices. Staff are required to book all business travel through a central provider so the purpose of the travel can be tracked and areas of inefficiency may be identified. KPMG’s “Global Green Initiative”commits the firm to reduce its international carbon footprint by 25 percent by the end of this year (compared to the baseline year of 2007) through energy conservation and use of renewable energy where possible. “At KPMG, we have a longterm commitment to managing our environmental performance and reducing our carbon foot-
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Steve White, Staff Accountant Cheryl Schmidt, Associate Partner print. Our people enjoy doing their share to protect the environment not only in the office but at home. People have set up composting at home and have fun involving their families in the sorting of different recycling item from batteries to soup cans so that recyclable items get to their proper depots. Everyone in the office is committed to our sustainability strategy.” - Dave Adams, Office Managing Partner in the Vernon KPMG office
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Solid Waste Management Update The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) has been working on a review of their Solid Waste Management Plan since early 2007. The review of this fourteen year old Plan is a requirement of the Provincial Government under the Environmental Management Act. The Review is intended to come up with economically,
environmentally and socially sound ways to reduce the amount of garbage being buried in our landfills. Saving landfill space now will postpone the building of new landfill sites or waste incinerators in the future. Waste reduction and diversion programs are critical since disposal of waste, no matter how it is managed, will impact
the environment in some way, either with odours and other air emissions (methane and hydrogen sulphide gasses), polluted ground water and surface water, litter, and/ or unsightliness. It is important to have a plan that is comprehensive and accepted by the majority of residents and
RDNO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN REVIEW PROCESS 2007 – 2011 Item
Description
Target Date
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Phase 1 Report
Waste diversion status and long list of initiatives to investigate in Phase 2
September 2007
Complete (published at www.rdno.ca)
Phase 2 Report
Review of solid waste management policies, initiatives and issues that will impact the region for next five to ten years - 12 technical reports: 1.DCCs for Waste Management Infrastructure 2.Waste Reduction Initiatives Fund (activated already) 3.Interregional Waste Management Committee 4.Eco-Depot Collection System 5.Improved Blue Bag Processing 6.Improved Curbside and Depot Blue Bag Collection 7.Blue Bag Collection for Businesses 8.Region-wide Universal Curbside Garbage & Recyclables Collection 9.C&D Waste Management Strategy 10.Organic Waste Management Strategy 11.Non-Typical MSW Disposal in RDNO Facilities 12.Waste-to-Energy
By December 2010
Technical reports completed by consultant and 5 already presented to the Board of Directors. Seeking Board of Director’s endorsement to include priority initiatives/policies in Draft 2010 Plan Update for public consultation. All published at www.rdno.ca
Contents: Executive summary, Plan Review objectives, List of principles and objectives (including waste reduction target), List of initiatives/strategies for achieving targets (including diversion potential and resources required), Implementation plan (at a glance), RDF action plans (based on updated O&C Plans), Annual report format with performance measures
By February 2011
Present Draft 2010 Plan Update to Committee of the Whole for endorsement. Present Draft 2010 Plan Update to the public at a series of Open Houses. Refer draft to Member Municipalities for review and comment (request 1 month turnaround) [may include presentation to Council]. Refer draft to MOE, for review and comment (request 1 month turnaround).
Start February 2011
Final 2010 Plan Update
Final form of Draft Plan Update with edits as per consultation
By April 2011
Not started
Board Approval
With Committee of the Whole approval of final draft, obtain resolution from Regional Board for submission to MOE
By May 2011
Not started
Draft 2010 Plan Update
Public Consultation
MOE Approval
Obtain MOE approval of final 2010 Plan Update and then publish on Web Site
By June 2011
Not started
Not started
To ensure your voice is heard on the issues please watch for meeting advertisements in your local newspapers and take a look at the material that has been generated to date on the RDNO web site under Solid Solutions. Your input is valuable to us. Please send your comments to info@rdno.ca.
businesses in the RDNO so that we know what to expect in the future. Decisions made over the next few months will affect how your garbage and recyclables are handled and how much waste management services will cost you. The following table shows an outline of the process to be followed over the next eight to ten months.
Solid Waste Management Survey (1=absolutely disagree, 2=somewhat disagree, 3=neutral, 4=somewhat agree, 5=absolutely agree)
7. People producing the most garbage should pay more for waste management services. ____
1. I care how my garbage is managed once it leaves my home or business. ____
8. I would prefer a service that allows me to pay on a per bag basis instead of a set rate for two bags every week. ____
2. Conserving landfill space is important. ____ 3. Composting my food and yard waste in my backyard is important. ____ 4. Convenience is the most important thing for me when it comes to recycling. ____
9. Putting my garbage and recyclables in a wheeled cart for pickup at the curb every week is important to me. ____ 10. I like taking my own garbage to the landfill even though it costs me money for my time and fuel. ____
5. Waste should be thought of as a ‘resource’ instead of somePlease fill out our online surthing to bury or burn. ____ vey at www.rdno.ca or email us 6. $0.075 per kilogram to dis- at info@rdno.ca or mail to the pose of my waste at a landfill RDNO 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC V1B 2K9 is too low. ____
Illegal dumping on private or Crown land poses many serious threats. It can injure children playing in or around dump sites; contaminate nearby streams, lakes, groundwater sources, or drinking water wells; damage plant and wildlife habitats; and compromise the beauty of our area. Report polluters at 1-877-952-RAPP or #7277 on cell phones. For more info contact the RDNO at 250-550-3700
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Nicol presented the awards as a representative of both the Regional Board and Vernon City Council. To learn more about the winners and their contributions visit www.vernon.ca/sustainability or www.rdno.ca.
RDNO Director Patrick Nicol presenting to Sustainability Award winner Jonathan Ritchey Those who support sustainability, from volunteers to business owners, help make our community a better place to live. The City of Vernon and Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) have committed to recognizing outstanding community members for their hard work and dedication. City of Vernon Sustainability and Seed Awards and the RDNO Environmental Leadership Awards celebrate those who are making the North Okanagan a sustainable and healthy place to live. On Sunday, May 30 an award ceremony was held at the Powerhouse Theatre in Vernon. The ceremony was well attended and enjoyed by all. Betty Selin of Sun FM contributed her talent as the Master of Ceremonies and Patrick
RDNO 2010 Environmental Leadership Award Winners: Air Quality Improvement: Kim Young Waste Reduction and Recycling: Vernon and District Association for Community Living and The Kalamalka Rotary Club Water Stewardship: Kay Bartholomew, Margaret Martin and The Cherryville Water Stewards Invasive Plants: Sharon Lawrence and Allan Brooks Nature Centre Society Sustainability: Jonathan Ritchey and David Derbowka Community Clean Up: Sonja Straight and Okanagan Landing School and The Cherryville Artisans The City of Vernon’s Sustainability Awards program consists of both Sustainability Awards and
Fall Yard Waste Collection Program Seed Awards. The Sustainability Awards recognize the outstanding achievements of an individual, group, organization or business that has contributed to community sustainability through economic, social and environmental excellence. Seed Awards recognize outstanding contributions in two of the three areas of sustainability. City of Vernon 2010 Sustainability and Seed Award Winners: Youth Sustainability: Jade Freeman of Trees Make a Difference, Sustainability Award Sustainable Business: Quality Greens Farm Market (Vernon) Ltd, Seed Award Building and Development: Carl St. Jean of Okanagan Sustain Homes, Seed Award Community Sustainability: Vernon and District Association for Community Living, Sustainability Award; and Allan Brooks Nature Centre Society, Seed Award Do you know someone who deserves an award? Nominate them in 2011! Nominations will be open as of January 2011. Forms are available for downloading at www.rdno.ca and www.vernon.ca/sustainability.
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RDNO Styrofoam Recycling Program a Success! The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) Styrofoam recycling program has been extremely popular since it began in April of this year. The Vernon and District Association for Community Living (Venture Training) with financial support from the Kalamalka and Tri Lakes Rotary Clubs and the RDNO acquired an Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Styrofoam densification machine. The unit, a “Recycle Tech XT200” is capable of reducing the volume of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) and Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) by a factor of 90:1. The unit can process approximately 90kg of material per hour and produces a dense, plastic resin that can be recycled.
For the unit to function properly and to maximize the value of the end product, the feed material must be clean. “The unit works best when all stickers, tape, plastic film, food, soil and other debris have been removed from the Styrofoam before it is fed into the machine” explains Karmen Morgan, RDNO Waste Reduction Coordinator. “Spray foam and extruded polystyrene insulation (rigid Styrofoam insulation) cannot be processed and will damage the machine.” Styrofoam may be dropped off at the Greater Vernon and Armstrong Recycling and Disposal Facilities, Venture Training, and Interior Freight and Bottle Depot for a minimum $3 charge. “We encourage our customers to separate their
Styrofoam and deposit it at the designated drop off location. By diverting Styrofoam from disposal, valuable landfill capacity can be preserved”, says Dale Danallanko, RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities Operations Manager. The Styrofoam recycling initiative is a drop off service only. Despite there being many Styrofoam products with the recycling symbols, these items are not part of the Regional Curbside Blue Bag Recycling Program and must NOT be placed in Blue Bags for curbside collection. “Contamination is a big challenge when accepting items comingled in a single bag that is compacted in collection vehicles. As with glass, Styrofoam can be broken into
smaller pieces and can degrade other higher value recyclables”, adds Morgan. To encourage more recycling, the RDNO is hosting a FREE Styrofoam Round Up during Waste Reduction Week! On Wednesday, October 20th, residents can bring their Styrofoam, free of charge, to the Real Canadian Wholesale Club parking lot from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. RDNO, Venture Training, and Interior Freight and Bottle Depot staff will be on hand to provide information about the new program and to answer any questions people may have. Collected Styrofoam will be processed and when sufficient quantities are available, the material will be shipped for further
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Styrofoam before and after processing processing to make items such as picture and mirror frames, crown moldings, helmets, bike parts, and other hard plastic products.
For more information about recycling and solid waste disposal, contact:
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Phone: 250-550-3700 • Fax: 250-550-3701 • www.rdno.ca
Hint: Answers can be found by reading the articles within this Waste Matters insert.
Name: _________________________ Parent/Guardian Name: ________________________ Phone Number: _________________________ Address: ____________________________
2011 Recycling Calendars will be arriving at your door at the beginning of January
in the Regional District of North Okanagan City of Armstrong Fall yard waste bag pick up begins November 1. Clear bags only, maximum weight 50lbs, no alley pick ups. Material left outside bags, including branches, will not be collected. City of Enderby No fall yard waste pick up. Free residential yard waste drop off from October 15 – November 30 at RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities. District of Coldstream Free drop off at 10405 Middleton Dr begins Sunday, October 10 and is open Sundays until November 14 for Coldstream residents ONLY. Materials must be bundled or bagged (clear bags), no wire or plastic accepted. Residents are not required to empty their bags. Village of Lumby No fall yard waste pick up. Free residential yard waste drop off from October 15 – November 30 at RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities. Township of Spallumcheen No fall yard waste pick up. Free residential yard waste drop off from October 15 – November 30 at RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities. City of Vernon Fall yard waste pickup runs November 8 – 12 on regular garbage days. All yard waste must be in clear bags; coloured bags are considered garbage and are limited to two (2). No limit on clear, bagged material. Regional District of North Okanagan Free residential yard waste drop off at all RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities from October 15 – November 30.
RDNO Supports Community Projects The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) has created the Waste Reduction Initiatives Fund to help further strategies listed in the RDNO Solid Waste Management Plan, which has a goal of reducing the amount of refuse disposed by 50% or more (0.55 tonnes/capita/year or less) compared to 1990 levels.
(including school groups) are eligible for funding to help with a waste reduction projects, programs or events. Individuals who are developing waste reduction technology or processes to introduce to the market place are also eligible. Partnerships with local, provincial or federal government agencies are encouraged.
The Fund will assist community groups, non-profit organizations and individuals to develop programs, projects, events, processes, technologies, and/or methods to, among other things, educate the public, promote a product, promote an event, design equipment, and invent processes that will further waste reduction in the RDNO. For example, community composting gardens, community recycling programs, waste reduction fairs, litter clean up events, and community garage sale events are eligible projects. Communication and education is one of the primary focuses of the Waste Reduction Initiatives Fund.
Groups can apply more than once and may be accepted more than once, but first time recipients will be given priority.
Who is eligible? Individuals, community groups and non-profit organizations
Past recipients of the fund include: Okanagan Science Centre, W.L. Seaton Secondary School, Okanagan Landing School, BX Elementary School, and the Armstrong IPE. For more information please contact Karmen Morgan, Waste Reduction Coordinator, 250-550-3743.
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Frequently Asked Questions Q: Why do we have to use blue or clear bags instead of blue boxes? A: Blue or clear bags protect the materials, can accommodate larger volumes, reduce litter, eliminate administration costs to replace damaged or lost bins, and are cheaper overall. Q: I have a lot of cardboard boxes. Do I have to put them in bags? A: No. If weather permits and it is not windy, raining, snowing or hailing, cut down boxes to 3’ sections and tie with string or tape and place next to or under the bags. Bundles must not weigh more than 45 lbs.
Q: Where can I dispose of paint and other chemicals? A.Paint, paint aerosols, flammable liquids, domestic pesticides, and gasoline are part of the Product Care program and can be taken to Chasers Bottle Depot at 4702 31st Street in Vernon. Paint can also be dropped off at Armstrong Collision and Glass in Armstrong, and KBM Autoworks and Towing in Lumby, and Interior Freight and Bottle Depot in Vernon. All four locations offer a paint exchange.
Q: What types of plastic are accepted? A: All colours of plastic Q: Is there a place I can drop off containers with the recycling symbol and #1-7 and all plastic my recycling? film (grocery & shopping bags, A: Yes. All Recycling and box wrapping, saran wrap, etc) Disposal Facilities have drop bins for recyclables. Also check are accepted. Ensure all plastic is clean. your local yellow pages for private drop sites such as Bottle Q. Can I recycle milk cartons? A. Yes. Although the milk carDepots. Q: Where can I recycle batteries? tons are not currently accepted in the Blue Bag Program, these A: Batteries of all types and items are accepted at Interior sizes are accepted at all area Freight and Bottle in Vernon, Recycling and Disposal Facilities. For a complete listing Armstrong/Spallumcheen of battery recycling locations go Bottle Depot in Armstrong, and the Enderby Bottle Depot to www.rdno.ca/rrd or in Enderby. All empty milk, www.call2recycle.ca. cream, and milk substitute
(soy & rice) beverage containers (plastic, cartons, and jugs) are included in this voluntary industry-run program. Please rinse and flatten before returning. These items do not have a deposit at the point of sale and therefore do not have a deposit paid back upon return. For more information go online to www.encorp.ca.
Some of that litter comes from inconsiderate citizens who toss their trash out the window as they drive, but a lot of it comes from folks on their way to RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities who failed to adequately secure their loads. The RDNO has no authority when it comes to secure loads on the road, however when a customer enters a RDNO RDF there are site rules that apply. The Regional District of North Okanagan Solid Waste Management Bylaw No. 2434, 2010 (Section 8.(v)) states in part that; “…No person shall enter a RDF with a load that is not Adequately Secured…”
In the Bylaw “Adequately Secured means that Municipal Solid Waste is contained or immobilized such that it cannot leak, spill, blow, fall or otherwise be dislodged from a vehicle and/ or trailer attached to a vehicle entering and exiting a RDF. For an open truck box or trailer this means that a tarp and/or cargo net secured to the truck box and/ or trailer is required. The tarp and/or cargo net must not be able to blow off, fall or otherwise be dislodged from a vehicle and/or trailer entering or exiting a RDF.” Customers driving to an RDF do not intend to leave a trail of litter behind them on the highway, but at 80 or 90 km/h even heavy items such as garbage bags full of refuse or yard waste
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can end up falling out of the back of an open vehicle or trailer. This not only creates a litter problem, but it is also a safety issue. Imagine what you would do if suddenly a garbage bag full of refuse fell out of the vehicle in front of you; the results could be tragic. Removal of roadside litter is the responsibility of local municipalities and highways contractors, which means residents of the North Okanagan pay for this collection and disposal. You can do your part to keep our roads free of litter by always adequately securing your load. • Cover your load with a tarp or cargo net and strap it down • Put lighter weight items at the bottom of your load
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Q. Where can I recycle electronic waste? A. Computers, monitors, computer peripherals (mouse, keyboard), TVs, DVD players, VCRs and more can be taken to an Encorp drop site. In Vernon go to the Venture Training or Interior Freight and Bottle Depot, or in Armstrong go to the Armstrong/Spallumcheen Bottle Depot. Please visit www.encorp.ca for detailed descriptions of acceptable items.
Secure Loads = Clean, Safe Roads You may have noticed the litter on the side of the road enroute to RDNO Recycling and Disposal Facilities and wondered; Where does that litter come from? Who is responsible for picking it up? Why doesn’t the RDNO do something about it?
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The recent “demolition” of the Vernon Medical Clinic building (3009-31st Ave) is an excellent example of how to efficiently remove a structure while at the same time minimizing the amount of waste disposed. Clearview Grinding Ltd. (Clearview) was contracted by the City of Vernon to remove the building and instead of doing a traditional demolition, they chose to significantly reduce the amount of waste disposed by deconstructing the building and sorting the various types of material generated. The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) worked cooperatively with Clearview to maximize the amount of material diverted by providing (for a fee) a demolition waste processing area at the Greater Vernon Recycling and Disposal Facility (GVRDF). They hauled waste from the building site to the GVRDF where Clearview staff sorted and processed the wood, metal and refuse. Clearview project manager Brad Morrison is no stranger to building deconstruction and waste diversion. He has completed several demolition projects where the contract
required a minimum of 75% of the demolition waste be recycled or diverted from disposal. “In some instances there is money to be made on the sale of a portion of building waste, and in most other cases there are fees to be saved at landfill sites when loads of mixed demolition waste are separated to commodities with lower fees,” states Morrison. “By managing waste in this way, it becomes a win, win situation. The landfill saves space for waste that truly belongs there and our company saves money on fees,” adds Morrison. RDNO Recycling and Facilities Operations Manager Dale Danallanko was pleased with the results of this project. “A significant amount of waste was generated when the Vernon Medical Clinic was demolished, however the amount of waste that ended up in the landfill was a fraction of what it would have been had Clearview not sorted, separated and processed the material. The RDNO would have collected substantially more in disposal fees if Clearview hadn’t done this, however in the long run everyone benefits when landfill capacity is conserved.”
In the end, approximately 30 tonnes of refuse and 60 tonnes of asbestos from the Vernon Medical Clinic was buried at the GVRDF. Approximately 20 tonnes of metal, 25 tonnes of crushable material and 300 tonnes of chipped wood waste were all that remained. All of this material (more than 400 tonnes) would have been buried if the material had not been sorted and separated. The RDNO encourages this type of thinking when it comes to demolition projects. Local companies like LRM Contracting Ltd. have been practicing building deconstruction for some time now and are saving money on disposal fees by sorting and separating. It costs money to deconstruct and to process mixed demolition waste, but savings can be realized when it come to disposal fees. Recycling and Disposal Facility customers can save money by separating waste according to type. Wood and metal are only $20 and $10 per tonne respectively (1000 kg= 1 tonne) to recycle whereas mixed construction and demolition waste (C&D
Before - mixed demolition waste from the Vernon Medical Clinic
After - separated into wood, scrap metal, waste wire, and significantly reduced amount of refuse for burial. Waste) disposal fee is $145 per tonne. This recyclable material does not need to be buried and the higher fee is designed to encourage separation at the source. For customers that choose not to do so, the additional fee will help pay for extra sorting done by staff on site.
KPMG Makes Green Initiatives Part of Regular Business KPMG has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2010. This designation recognizes employers that lead the country by enhancing environmental awareness within their organizations. These winning employers have developed outstanding environmental initiatives and are attracting people to their organizations by making environmental values part of their organizational culture.
• Don’t overload your vehicle… keep material level with truck bed or trailer Customers entering a RDF with a load that is not deemed adequately secured may be charged the “Unsecured Load” fee which Karmen Morgan Waste Reduction Coordinator Blue Bag Program, Composting, Waste Reduction presentations: 250-550-3743
is currently $145/tonne with a minimum fee of $20 (compared to the regular refuse fee of $75/tonne with a minimum fee of $3). Keep our roads clean and safe and save yourself the extra fees. Always secure your load.
KPMG not only practices waste reduction in its Vernon location, but also on a National basis through a variety of initiatives that aim to reduce unnecessary waste. KPMG has implemented a number of waste reduction policies and procedures including:
• preparing digital files and providing all employees with portable scanners • requiring employees join “epost” to receive paperless pay stubs • defaulting all printers to print double sided • reducing the number of printers in the offices • introducing electronic only communications for billing and faxing Sustainability Sustainable practices are rarely associated with firms outside of the traditional scope of environment work, but KPMG has implemented procurement policies that require 50 percent of paper used in the office must have recycled content and 70 percent of virgin paper must be
sourced from sustainably managed forest operations. KPMG has also developed a network of sustainability champions across Canada who meet on a regular basis to discuss issues and ideas, and to monitor progress towards established goals. Some initiatives that have been implemented in the Vernon office include: • improving and increasing the size of recycling bins in the lunch room • holding drives for recyclable items such as eyeglasses, batteries and cell phones • keeping staff informed about initiatives through the KPMG’s “green” quarterly newsletter • increasing awareness of sustainability issues by bringing experts in for “lunch and learn” sessions
Reducing Fuel Consumption KPMG has reduced travel costs by equipping offices with state of the art video-conferencing systems to enable staff to “virtually” meet while remaining in their offices. Staff are required to book all business travel through a central provider so the purpose of the travel can be tracked and areas of inefficiency may be identified. KPMG’s “Global Green Initiative”commits the firm to reduce its international carbon footprint by 25 percent by the end of this year (compared to the baseline year of 2007) through energy conservation and use of renewable energy where possible. “At KPMG, we have a longterm commitment to managing our environmental performance and reducing our carbon foot-
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Steve White, Staff Accountant Cheryl Schmidt, Associate Partner print. Our people enjoy doing their share to protect the environment not only in the office but at home. People have set up composting at home and have fun involving their families in the sorting of different recycling item from batteries to soup cans so that recyclable items get to their proper depots. Everyone in the office is committed to our sustainability strategy.” - Dave Adams, Office Managing Partner in the Vernon KPMG office
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News Meter program siphons support ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Armstrong council looks to tap into some provincial funds to help pay for community water meters. The city will apply for funds from the provincial government’s Towns For Tomorrow program to help pay for the process of installing water meters. “Council still supports the process of installing water meters in our community, but we can’t borrow the money so we’re going to try the grant process,” — Chris Pieper said Armstrong Mayor Chris Pieper. Armstrong had hoped to borrow $450,000 of the estimated $750,000 price tag in the summer to pay for water meter installation. But an alternate approval process defeated the plan when more than 10 per cent of the population voted against it. “The maximum we can get (from Towns For Tomorrow) is $400,000 so that’s a good start,” said Pieper. “If we can get that, we can definitely get going on it.”
“We can’t borrow the money so we’re going to try the grant process.”
Harvest seeks help Morning Star Staff
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce is calling for volunteers to help with the 10th Annual Harvest Pumpkin Festival Oct. 22 and 23. They are looking for people willing to share their enthusiasm and time to volunteer for the Great Pumpkin Ball family dance on Friday, Oct. 22, or a full slate of activities on Saturday, Oct. 23rd. Volunteers will receive official T-shirts, snacks and beverages during their shift. If you would like to be a part of this fun-filled family harvest celebration, there are many opportunities available. Approximately 35 volunteers are needed to ensure this free community event runs smoothly. Events range from face painting to children’s pumpkin carving, contests to activities and the Great Pumpkin Launch and Pumpkin Weigh-In. For more information or to volunteer, please call the Ar mstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce
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Olive Rogers has been around the world and seen much of it change beyond imagination in her 100 years. She was born in Eccles, Lancashire, England, Oct. 13, 1910 and the family travelled with her father, who was in the Royal Navy. “In those days, a child’s life was far more uncomplicated. We didn’t have many toys. We rode our horses and sailed our boats. I remember the end of the 1914-18 war. It was dreadful in those days with hundreds of men killed every day,” she recalled She didn’t have much education other than with a governess and three years at a Roman Catholic convent in Malta, where she learned Italian. “I travelled so much with my parents that I picked up what I could. I can’t add two and two together and I can’t spell without a dictionary,” she said. Despite her limited education, she was one of the first women in England to learn to drive when she joined the Women’s Royal Voluntary Service and later worked decoding near the end of the Second World War. She married a Canadian who was in the Royal Engineers . T hey lived in India where their two children were born, and England, before moving to Canada when he retired. After his death, she moved to Vernon where she was active in Meals on Wheels, Girl Guides, the Women’s Institute and the guilds of the Anglican Church. “I stopped driving when I was 90. That changed my life. You don’t think about that independence when you have it,” she said. “There have been so many changes. I was in the hospital a couple of weeks ago and I noticed how many of the professional staff members are
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“Life was more natural and the attitude to money was different.” — Olive Rogers women. There are women in all kinds of professions now. I’m all for it. We always were the most superior people and it took a long time for them to realize it. And the technology that’s happened is mind boggling.” Rogers said that in the beginning of her life she travelled by boat, with a trip to India that now takes hours, taking three weeks. She is much in favour of the invention of the dishwasher. “I think we would have been better off without television with the amount of time young people and people of of all ages spend watching it,” she said. “I like the telephone. I can
talk to my daughter and my granddaughter in Australia and my sister in England. And, of course, I appreciate the improved sanitation that we have here that is still lacking in many parts of the world.” She said that she has seen a big change in people’s attitudes. “Life was more natural and the attitude to money was different — people work now for money, not to do a good job of their work. People weren’t out to impress so much. They worked harder and appreciated what they had more.” Her main pleasure now is reading and her tastes are eclectic. “Until recently, I used to do
needlework and knitting, the old-age things, I call them,” she said. “Old age isn’t much fun. You can’t do the things you want to do. You have memories and you have books but otherwise you’re not much good to yourself and anyone else.” “I’m tired beyond words but I am most grateful for what I have had. Strangely enough, this Thanksgiving I felt very emotional, probably because it is my last. I was looking at photographs of family and friends and thinking that they are the things that matter most in life. “There is one more thing I would like to do, if I could somehow, and that is to help old people realize that they are lucky in this country with all the things that are here for them,” she said. Rogers has five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
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In honour of the 65th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, Chartwell Seniors Housing is launching a new book, Honour. It features the work of photographer Yuri Dojc, and was inspired by the death of Canada’s last First World War veteran, John Babcock, in January.
“We realize an incredible amount of history resides in our long-term care and retirement residences,” said Brent Binions, Chartwell president. The 80-page book features the photos and profiles of individuals who are either veterans or supported the war effort who live in Chartwell residences across Canada.
The book will be released in late October and sold at Chartwell homes across the country. Net proceeds are being donated to organizations committed to the remembrance of Canadian veterans. On Nov. 2, Carrington Place Retirement Residence in Vernon will hold a book launch at 2 p.m.
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e went to the pumpkin patch recently and it was such a treat. Field after field of pumpkins just lying there for the picking. First, this one was the perfect one and then two feet further on, there was the perfect one. My granddaughter danced her way across several fields and we came home with 10 perfect pumpkins in various sizes and colours. It was a glorious day with the leaves gently blowing down and the colours of those remaining heightened by the sun. The air was fresh and pure and the surrounding hills and
distant lake underlined once again just how fortunate some of us are to be living in the Okanagan. Then I went to a Seniors Action Network meeting the next day. I heard from Eric, who had been homeless for many years, on just how unfortunate some of Pat Black our residents are to be without a place of their own to live and how hard it was to live without the hope of this changing. Thanks to our affordable housing committee and city council, we finally have a shelter for men and women which is usually full, with many men
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being turned away each night. And thank God for the Upper Room Mission and the wonderful work they do providing meals and ongoing support and counselling but they can’t provide homes for people. As we learned from The Morning Star, the average age at the shelter has climbed from 38 to 53 over the last five years. The baby boomers aren’t all social success stories and retirement vacations. Some of them are homeless and a lot of them are hopeless and the numbers are growing. It isn’t just homeless people that are in dire straits. Owning a home will be out of the question for many families, especially
in Vernon where the median income in 2007 was $24,050 for an individual and $55,000 for a family and the median price for a single detached home was $375,000 which would require a household income of $98,000 to purchase. Not a chance for over half the young families in Vernon Renting is also difficult and according to Stats Canada, more than 50 per cent of renters in Vernon and area are in “core need.” This means that they are required to spend more than 30 per cent of their gross income on housing costs leaving less money for food, education, recreation and health care. We need more affordable housing and we need it
now. Remember this next time you vote. Some good news is the expansion of transit services with increased services for the college and UBC Okanagan campus and those trips doubled from four to eight per day between 7 a.m. and 8.50 p.m. Also, transit services start earlier in the morning and finish later with some routes having more frequent service.
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A pair of Vernon products led the Attnang Athletics to their second Austrian baseball championship title in three years last Saturday after sweeping the Schwaz Tigers 3-0. Earlier, Dave Burns and Jonny Kashuba boosted the Athletics to a semifinal series ambush of the Kufstein Vikings. The team is based in Salzburg, a beautiful city of 150,000 where the recent Tom Cruise movie Knight and Day was filmed. Burns hit a team-high .408 with 13 RBI and three home runs in the playoffs, including a game-winning grand slam to break a 1-1 tie in the eighth inning in game one of the semifinal. Kashuba was restricted to coaching first base as he sat out the entire 2010 season after tearing his ACL in his first at-bat of the season while rounding first base. The A’s American pitcher Miles Ethridge (University of Alabama), who struggled earlier in the season, only allowed two runs in two games while the A’s ace, Austrian Walter Strasser, only allowed four in his two games. PHOTO SUBMITTED The A’s outscored their opponents 59-15 A’s batter Dave Burns, a Vernon product, connects with a pitch in Austrian Baseball League action. in their six playoff games. “Our pitchers dominated and that was The Athletics had their Cuban slugger quit By winning the championships, the A’s are guaranteed a spot in the European Cup for personal reasons midway through the the best I have seen us hit the ball. Now our Qualifiers in 2011. The A’s fell short in the year, and their player/coach returned to the focus will be to continue with that play in the championship game of the European Cup U.S. after being accepted to graduate school. European Cup Qualifier next summer. “With Jonny healthy and back in the lineQualifier 2009 after blowing a two-run lead In July, the Athletics hired a full-time coach (Alper Bozart) with a ton of energy and expe- up, we will have a good shot at advancing to in the last inning. rience and brought over a the next round and potentially play against “Going into the year we lead-off hitter and shortstop some of the top teams in Europe.” were all pumped that Jonny Burns, who has a 10-year-old daughter, from California. was joining the team again "Late in the season, our Jana, and an eight-year-old son, Parker, is a and were confident that we team was struggling and try- math teacher and athletic director at an interwere the team to beat," said ing to recover from all the national school in Salzburg. Burns. "He brings another — Dave Burns "I also coach the girls volleyball and baschanges," said Burns, 36. "But big bat to the lineup, solid by playoff time, coach had ketball teams and travel with them to neighdefence to the infield, and another good arm on the pitching staff. We whipped us into shape and had us all on the boring countries playing other international were obviously very disappointed when he same page and playing well. We all got hot at schools." Kashuba, 25, figured the Athletics would the right time. got hurt."
“We all got hot at the right time.”
challenge for the nation's title. "I think the addition of the imports and a fixed coach this year were huge to our success. Also having Burns and Martin Rabengruber in the lineup, made it hard for the other teams to pitch around anyone. Our pitching was stellar again this year, leading the way was Wally (Austrian) and Miles (American). “My season was a little disappointing, tearing my ACL and meniscus in the first game of the season, but looking at it positively, I hit .1000 and had two RBI. I had surgery and should be ready to go next year again, and taking aim at back-to-back titles." Burns batted clean up and played first base. He was the first import player for the Athletics in 1999 with Vernon coach Mike Burke. Burns returned to Austria in 2004, and now lives there year-round. Kashuba, who also plays the infield, was an import player for the A’s in 2005 after being recruited by Dave Burns Sr. of Vernon, and returned for a second season in 2006. Kashuba moved to Austria in 2009 with his Austrian wife Simone. Since 2007, the A’s have paid two former Division 1 college or pro ball players (pitcher and middle infielder) from the U.S. every year to help the team compete for the Austrian championship and in the European Cup. "This has made the league more competitive and raised the level of play, as now most of the eight teams in the league bring over at least one import player," said Burns. Since 1999, the A’s have hosted an annual European baseball tournament to raise money. The tournament has grown every year and currently hosts baseball teams from 10 different nations, and musicians that bring in crowds of more than 2,000 people in the evenings over the three-day long weekend every June.
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Snakes not so Smiley after second Cominco loss Morning Star Staff
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Kiefer Smiley has thoroughly answered any questions regarding his candidacy for the starting netminder role with the Trail Smoke Eaters. At least when it comes to the Vernon Vipers he has. In two B.C. Hockey League contests against the Snakes, Smiley has turned aside 90 of 94 shots, collecting first star in both affairs. Vernon started October with a 3-2 overtime loss to the Smokies at Cominco Arena, and fell by the same
score in regulation play Friday night in Trail. Smiley, a the 20-year old Duncan product playing with his third BCHL team, including three tours with his hometown Cowichan Valley Capitals, recorded 44 stops. The Vipers (7-5-1-2) trailed the Smokies (9-5-0-1) by two points heading into Saturday night’s rematch at Wesbild Centre. Smoke Eaters’ bench boss Jim Ingram was reluctant to take too much credit for Friday’s win, saying Vernon,
who outshot Trail 46-21, was by far the better of the two teams. “Vernon spread us out throughout the zones and they had support in motion all night. We were reactionary... we were second to a lot of pucks,” said Ingram. “We’re happy to get the win, but it was a tough game for us. They threw a ton of rubber at us... but Keifer was exceptional.”
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heered for the New York Yankees as a kid. Loved Joe Pepitone, Bobby Murcer and Thurman Munson. Dissected the Major League Baseball linescores in The Vancouver Province, seeing how many home runs the Yankees hit and which pitcher earned the win. Thought it was kind of strange that Yankee southpaw hurlers Fritz Peterson and Mike Kekich swapped wives, kids and dogs. What bothers Kevin Mitchell Peterson today is how some in the media distorted the story of how he became involved with his beloved. "Let’s just call them 'fuzzy facts,'" Peterson told Aol News last year. "Some sports writers made it out like the four of us were engaged in some bizarre sex party. It was more like Mike and I were friends, and both our marriages fell apart at the same time. There was nothing dirty about it." Today, the Yankees are a pretty dull bunch. Sure, shortstop Derek Jeter has dated pretty much every super model out there, but there really hasn't been any serious Tiger Woods-like scandals. Alex
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Rodriguez admitting steroid use is about as bad as the Yankees get these days. I stopped caring about the Yankees when the Expos and Blue Jays came aboard. And I'm sure just about everybody hopes to see the Yankees and their outlandish payroll of $206.7 million lose to the Rangers and their $55.2 million in the American League Championship series. Just so you know, A-Rod earns $33 million a season, CC Sabathia pockets $22.3 mill and Jeter collects $22.6 mill, before the HST of course. The Yankees have 13 players making more than $5 million. Some schmuck named Boone Logan is the lowest paid Yankee, at $405,000 a season. However, he still gets free parking and invites to the Yankee family picnics. Texas ace Cliff Lee ONLY gets paid $9 million a season. The disparity in raw dollars between payrolls is ridiculous. It's why I like the NHL and NFL for using a salary cap which enables teams like the Tampa Bay Lighting, Carolina Hurricanes, New Orleans Saints and New England Patriots to win championships. And while football teams find ways to keep their marquee players without losing a step, NHL teams are having a tougher time maintaining excellence. The young and ultra-talented Oilers, like the
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The North Okanagan Knights won back-to-back games twice all of last year. A dozen games into this Kootenay International Junior Hockey League season and the Knights already have two- and a pair of three-game win streaks in hand. They were hoping to make it four-in-a-row Saturday night at NorVal centre when they hosted the Kimberley Dynamiters. Friday night at NorVal, North Okanagan got a clutch powerplay goal courtesy of a Laine Keyes rocket from the top of the circle late in the third period to earn a 5-4 win over the Princeton Posse. “That was one of the hardest shots I’ve seen all year,” said Knights’ head coach Sylvain Leone, who credited veterans Keyes, Shawn Holliday and Colin Minardi for dominating the third period. He also praised netminder Chris Solecki for making some timely stops in his 26-save performance before
175 fans. “It was pretty special watching those guys play as hard as they did in the third period,” said Leone. The Knights, who are in the midst of a seven-game home stand, had the lone first-period tally as Sean Mulcahy (2nd goal) converted a play set up by Holliday and Rick Soo.
“We came out hard and were really committed to defence, but we didn’t attack the net like we wanted,” said Leone. 16-year-old T.J. Dumonceaux (4th) made it 2-0 Knights early in the second frame, but the Posse responded with goals by Devon Grossler (2nd) and leading scorer Spencer Kristensen (8th). Strikes by Soo (5th), taking advantage of a neutral-zone turnover, and Princeton’s Nick Cecconi (3rd) made it 3-3 after 40 minutes. North Okanagan’s Eric Chore (4th)
pounced on the rebound from Taylor Greatrex’s powerplay point shot at 5:21 of the third period to push the Knights head. Leone said Greatrex, an 18-year-old Armstrong product, has been one of his most dependable blueliners this season. Lee Muir replied for the Posse (3-8-1). The Knights are 8-2 in their last 10 games, and 8-4 overall, good enough for a share of fifth in the league standings. Leone said the difference between last season and this one is a combination of accountability, strong
goaltending and an increased focus on team systems. “It’s a huge difference and it has to do with the culture in the dressing room. It’s holding people accountable in a healthy, positive way. “We’re really pleased with the last few weeks.” North Okanagan, who are four points back of the Revelstoke Grizzlies (10-2) in the Shuswap Division, conclude their home stand by hosting the Golden Rockets (4-60-1) Friday night and Penticton Lakers (5-8) Saturday.
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Continued from A24 “There were some question marks at the beginning of the season whether he could be a No. 1 guy, but I had complete faith in him.” The Vipers’ Patrick McGillis, with his third goal in two games, opened the scoring on the powerplay, banging home the rebound off Malcolm Lyles’ point shot at 6:37. The home team stormed back shortly after, taking less than six minutes to complete a three-goal spree. Beau Blanaru (2nd goal), Sam Mellor, with his league-leading 17th, and Scott Jacklin (6th) all beat second-year Vernon keeper Blake Voth (18 saves), who surrendered all three goals on just eight shots. Viper head coach Mark Ferner was left feeling like he could have used a little star goaltending of his own Friday night. “That’s what we’re running into right now. We felt like we outplayed this hockey team. Either we need to score more goals or we need our goalie to be better,” said Ferner. “He (Voth) was fine, but he needs to be better. Three goals on eight shots, that’s not good enough. We need our goalie to be a star one night.” The Vipers (7-5-1-2) looked especially dangerous in the second period, racking up 21 shots thanks to an early stint of penalty trouble for Trail, who took three straight minors to start the frame. “They outshot us about 500-4,” joked Ingram. “We really got back on our heels and we really had to use our bench to spread out the penalty killing.” Despite Vernon’s pressure, the second period remained scoreless. Viper captain David Robinson, who earned second star and got into a first-period scrap with Eric Walker, completed the scoring midway through the final period, winning a puck battle in front of Smiley before netting his fifth of the season. “His was a hard-working goal, pretty simple. We’re not asking guys to beat five guys to score,” said Ferner, who urged his players to not get flustered whenever they run into a hot goalie. “We had some good looks, but we need to find a way to muster up some more goals. We can’t get frustrated by it, we can’t start squeezing (sticks).” The Vipers visit the first-place Penticton Vees (12-4) Friday night at South Okanagan Events Centre, and then return to Wesbild Saturday to entertain the Quesnel Millionaires. They will complete their three-game weekend with a matinee against the Prince George Spruce Kings Sunday. ■ The Salmon Arm SilverBacks continue to suffer the consequences of last weekend’s line brawl with the Merritt Centennials. With star netminder Kris Moore suspended along with a handful of other veterans, the SilverBacks bowed 5-2 to the host Capitals Friday night at The Big Stick. The 10-4 Gorillas were pummeled 6-0 two nights earlier by the host Nanaimo Clippers.
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Vernon’s Wayne Aasen (right) accepts his ACE Coach Recognition Award with ThompsonOkanagan Under 12 girls players Brooke Bazian (left) and Avery Marshall. group and say 'Girls, you're not HUNGRY enough' and then we'd work harder. “He doesn't have his own children in soccer. He does it just for us and for the love of the game. He even had older girls that he had coached before come out and help him.” Said another player: “He is very dedicated to soccer and players of all ages that aspire to play soccer. He knows soccer well and has knowledge of good drills and strategies. I will always look up to him as a role model and awesome coach. I hope I can play for him again. He not only tells us how to be a good player without
being unsportsmanlike but also shows us how. ” The ACE Coach Awards celebrate the importance of sport and physical activity in the community and honours the successes coaches have achieved while encouraging future and former athletes and coaches to stay connected to their community and make a difference. Aasen, an administrator with North Okanagan Youth Soccer Association who oversees the house soccer programs, has been an active coach for the last 15 years. He also referees youth and adult games. "I'm passionate
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His players enjoyed his coaching style so much they nominated him for a special ACE Coach Recognition Award. Vernon's Wayne Aasen, who guided the Thompson-Okanagan U12 girls to a gold medal at the B.C. Summer Games in Langley, received the Achieving Community Excellence honour at a recent B.C. Coaches Week conference in Kamloops. "It was fantastic to read through the nominations your athletes sent through and hear of the positive work you are doing with both athletes and the community," said Dave Newson, executive director of B.C. Athlete Voice, in an e-mail. Aasen, 51, had a blast training the roster of 19 girls (12 went to the Games). "I'm glad that I made a difference with my players and others in the Thompson Okanagan," said Aasen, a father of two teens. "The girls were easy to coach and they were eager to learn. They were willing to buy into my system. I told them that if they had a good attitude and worked hard and learned to play together, we would be successful. "It was about taking the battle to the field and playing together when they were used to playing against one another." Newson sent Aasen a collection of comments from some of his players who nominated him. Said one girl: “Coach Wayne is a leader to me and my community because he takes time out of his life to referee soccer games during the regular season and he really encourages us to play soccer and to love it as much as he does. He never yelled at us except to give us encouragement as a
Ryan Scheidt's blast from the point with 56 seconds remaining gave the Vernon Home Building Centre Vipers a 4-3 victory over Okanagan Hockey Academy in Tier 1 Midget action at Civic Arena Friday night. The powerplay marker turned the hat trick for Scheidt and salvaged two points for the Vipers who led the Penticton-based OHA 3-0 at one point. Trevor Pickett scored the other goal for the home team.
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North Okanagan residents can get rid of their fall yard waste for free. The North Okanagan Regional District will hold a yard and garden waste drop-off at the landfills in Greater Vernon, ArmstrongSpallumcheen, Lumby, Kingfisher, and Cherryville until Nov. 30. “Trimmings, prunings, leaves, grass, mulch and other organic material originating from yard and garden maintenance will be accepted,” said Dale Danallanko, recycling and facilities operations manager. “This program is for residential yard and garden waste only, selfhauled by residents.” Residents must ensure their load is adequately secured with a tarp or cargo net before travelling to the landfill.
Rocks, concrete, plastic, and refuse must not be deposited in the yard waste pile. “These materials contaminate the pile and make it unusable for grinding and future composting,” said Danallanko.
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the trend where enrolment will flatten out and There’s a better indication of how many stu- maybe even climb a little. However, he noted that projections show this dents are in class in the North Okanagan-Shuswap will probably not be the case until around School District. 2012 to 2015. Enrolment numbers for this school In other related issues, trustees have year are a little higher than the district approved the class size and composition projected last spring. report as mandated by the Ministry of “The projections were that the disEducation. trict would be down about 190 students The district has 33 secondary classes but as of Sept. 30, the district was down with more than 30 students and 100 classes only 123,” said Doug Pearson, superinwith more than three students with an tendent. Doug Pearson individual education plan. There were 2,781 elementary stuAt the middle school level, there are no dents (compared to 2,815 in September classes with more than 30 students and 26 2009) and 3,591 secondary students (compared to 3,680 in September 2009). There are classes with more than three students with an IEP. At the elementary level, there are no classes with also 509 students in the alternate programs (commore than 30 students and 16 classes with more pared to 443 in September 2009). Pearson said hopefully this is the beginning of than three students with an IEP.
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Lawyers, doctors, teachers, students, chefs, plumbers: gay and lesbian people in Canada can be found in all occupations and education levels, ethnicities, cultures and backgrounds. Joshua Wacey is undecided about the future. He spent three years as a volunteer on the crisis line and considered training as a paramedic. Currently working as a landscaper, he has dreams of being a pilot. But whatever profession he finds himself in, he’s sure of one thing: he won’t be the only gay person who has made that career choice. “I actually wish every gay person would be out because people would see that we are in all walks of life,� said Wacey. “Vernon is a mish-mash of what you see across Canada. In the North Okanagan, there are thousands of gay people, and they all don’t want to be out for the same reasons. I’m constantly surprised by the people I meet who turn out to be gay.� At 21, Wacey came out individually to each member of his large family. He said everyone has a different story to tell, but when he was around 12-years-old, he knew that he was gay. “My brothers were great about it. My parents had mixed reactions, and they worry that I’ll have a hard time in my career. But they suspected I might be gay. It clarified for them what I was going through when I was younger,� said Wacey, who has three brothers. Wacey would like to one day settle down and raise a family. The 23-year-old grew up in Vernon. He attended BX Elementary School and graduated from W.L. Seaton Secondary School in 2005. “I didn’t have gay friends until I started coming out,� he said. “I do think it’s easier to come out when people are older and financially independent, rather than living at home still because then your family’s opinion is not
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Joshua Wacey spends some time with Farley after a walk at one of Greater Vernon’s dog parks.
“I would like to see it be OK in people’s hearts and around their kitchen table.� — Joshua Wacey as important. But when you’re 16, all you want is to be accepted, you don’t want to stand out. I think a lot of people who come out as adults go through a bit of a late adolescence. “But it has not been my experience that Vernon has been a bad place to live. I might eventually leave, and then come back. It’s hard for any young person in Vernon, the job market is terrible.� When he came out, Wacey said most people he knew were OK with it, although some expressed surprise.
“I know people will talk, but you have to turn a blind eye. I’m a caring person, and it hurts hearing other people called names.� High school was not a bad experience for Wacey, but said he appreciated the support he received from YouthGLO, the drop-in social support program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and twospirited youth. “The misconception people have of gay men is that they’re very effeminate. The vast majority of men and women who are gay you’d never know they were
gay. They are indistinguishable,� he said. “The more exposed to something, the more comfortable you become. There’s fear because it’s what people are taught from a young age; with men it has to do with things like their own gender issues, and being comfortable with their own masculinity. “People still believe it’s a choice. It’s not and I don’t know any sane person who would choose this. For me it feels very right to have a relationship with a man. But I don’t know why I’d choose it. People will always say the Bible says it’s wrong, well the Bible says a lot of things. “People who say it’s a choice are people who know gay people, but don’t know it,� he said. Although Wacey is comfortable being out, he also admits he’s not
at the point where he can go for a job interview and say, “I’m Josh, and I’m gay.� As for dating, the Internet makes it easier than it used to be, but in a small town it’s still difficult to meet people — gay or straight — simply because the pool of singles is that much smaller. The first time he attended a dance hosted by the North Okanagan Gay and Lesbian Organization (NOGLO), it was an enormous relief just to be in a friendly and supportive environment where he did not need to explain himself. “I think about meeting the right person. It’s not just about sex. I get the same feelings of butterflies as everyone else does when they’re with someone,� he said. “I would love to have a family and I think a lot of gay people would love that. People will say, ‘Because you’re gay, you don’t like kids.’ All studies show that the kids raised by gay parents turn out just fine, and kids are so accepting.� Wacey said discrimination against gay people is still socially acceptable. “The things I’ve heard people say, you wouldn’t hear people say about a woman, or an ethnic minority.� He also said while many people say they don’t have a problem with homosexuality, they aren’t OK with any signs of open affection between two men or two women. “But I think many people haven’t grown up with it, so haven’t seen it. It’s important to know that once a person comes out and you’re OK with it, then that’s a huge step. “I would like to see it be OK in people’s hearts and around their kitchen table. I’m optimistic and I see acceptance happening in this country because Canada is very progressive generally. But it will take young gay people to show how normal it is. “Faith is important to me, and I feel like God has given me a path.�
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The 13th Annual North Okanagan Horsey Ladies charity auction and banquet will be held Nov. 19 at the Spallumcheen Golf and Country Club. The Horsey Ladies is neither a group or a society, just a bunch of women that gather to celebrate Christmas and their interest in horses. “As well as being a social gathering, the gals chose to make it a fundraiser by hosting an auction with all proceeds going to a local charity that they vote on that evening,” said Nancy Roman, one of the event orga-
nizers. “To date, they have raised more than $33,000 to give back to the communities. Some of the recipients have included the Vernon SPCA, the North Okanagan Therapeutic Riding Association and the Vernon Women’s Transition House’s equine therapy program.” Tickets are $30 and available at Country West Supply in Armstrong and the Paddock Tack and Togs in Vernon. If you would like to donate door PHOTO SUBMITTED prizes or an auction item, contact The 13th annual Horsey Roman at 250-546-9922 or at nancy- Ladies auction will be held roman@saddleup.ca. Nov. 19.
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Science is fun for people of all ages from pre-schoolers to seniors as they learn about the world inside, around and beyond them. “There is a growing demand for our program and we want to keep improving the quality and depth of our programs,” said Sandy Dixon, Okanagan Science Centre executive director. The addition of two new positions to the centre staff means that programs can extend in a variety of ways. Elizabeth Brown, program coordinator, had a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering and a bachelor of education. She worked as a professional engineer and then as a physics, junior science and senior math teacher. Linda Peterat, professor emeritus in curriculum studies at the University of B.C., is a part-time employee working on program development. She is an internationally recognized researcher and educator in public schools and at postsecondary levels with expertise and environment, food and health science education. She has written and edited many books and articles and has been active at the science centre with the Landing Learning intergenerational gardening program.
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more time and equipment and hands-on experience,” she said. “We want to be able to have the supplies, resources and instructors to be able to respond to requests for outreach to schools. I enjoy seeing the kids getting excited and I think we need to see more girls in science.” For example, one of the new programs now offered is Mechatronics, combining mechanical, electrical and computer concepts taught be a college professor. Students, mostly teens, in the program are currently building displays for the Halloween haunted house. There can be a heavy workload for students taking seniors sciences, but Dixon insists the practical applications at the centre can help contribute to their suc-
cess by making science a positive, not an intimidating experience. “It does make a difference for children and youth, an adults, to have a science centre that is part of their lives.,” she said. “Science is about learning and being curious about the world around you and we here at the centre need to grow with our members and our community.” More community outreach is planned through taking part in community activities and with Café Scientific, a speaker series/discussion group with scientists. “We want to bring information on issues to the community so that they can make decisions based on knowledge,” said Peterat. According to Dixon, the two new employees
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Community Calendar OCTOBER 17 VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB The VOC hike Oct. 17 will be to Pincushion Mtn. above Peachland. Group will lave the City Hall parking lot at 8:30 a.m. via carpool to trail head. Call Colin at 250-558-3356 for further information. WELLNESS DINNER CLUB Oct. 17, 6 p.m. Enjoy a vegetarian dinner and health presentation at Vernon Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall, 45th Ave. at Pleasant Valley Rd. By donation. Reserve by calling 545-3969. NEW KITCHEN FUNDRAISER for the Upper Room Mission Oct. 17, 6 to 8 p.m., at Vernon Alliance Church. Entertainment by Rob and Jocelyn Dinwoodie and band, performing a Walk Down Memory Lane. Goodies and refreshments to follow. Donations for the mission’s desperately needed new kitchen can be made anytime. Cheques should be written out to Upper Room Mission and designated for Kitchen Renovations. Donations can be mailed to 3402-27th Ave., Vernon V1T 1S2. For more info. call 549-1231. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 189 OYAMA General meeting Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. All members are urged to attend. VERNON JAZZ SOCIETY AGM Annual general meeting Oct. 17 at 2 p.m., Vernon Jazz Club, 3000-31st St. Refreshments will be served. For proposed changes to our bylaws, go to our website at www.vernonjazzclub.ca REVIVAL AT THE CHURCH OF GOD Pastor Clifford Thompson invites the public for a six-day revival, Oct. 17 to 22, starting 7 p.m. World Mission coordinator for the Church of God, Robert Hawkins will be in Vernon, at The Church of God, corner of Silver Star and Star Rds. Everyone welcome. Come and hear special singing, preaching, and feel the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. Brother Hawkins has traveled the world as a missionary. SMARTIES Oct. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Gallery Vertigo., 3001 31st St., downtown Vernon (upstairs.) Express yourself with Ryan Robson, a recent fine arts grad from Nova Scotia, in this two-part drawing afternoon. This class will be upbeat and will feature a discussion on what was created at the end of the class. No registration necessary, just drop in for some fun. Everyone is welcome. Wear old clothes and bring your imagination. We’ll supply materials, encouragement and smiles! Suggested donation is $3 per person. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Teens are welcome too. Volunteers interested in art are invited to come down and assist at the workshops. No experience necessary. UKULELES FOR FUN Begins the season Oct. 17 and 31 at the Army and Navy Club’s large hall (The Hangar) at 1 p.m. (please note the time change). The music is ready, so pick up your uke and practice. All adults welcome! For more information, call Jan Mattock at 250-546-8175. SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORE’S BLUE-BAG-IT WEEK Oct.17-23. Pick-up Blue Bags from Village Green Mall and return them filled with your good used clothing during mall hours anytime during the week. Your support goes to help so many in need within our community. DOGS FOR INDEPENDENCE WALK Oct. 17 from People Place to Marshall Field Dog Park and back. Pancake breakfast starts 8:30 to 10 a.m.; walk starts 9 to 10 a.m. Hosted by Independent Living Vernon to raise awareness of assistance dogs. Fee $20 per person; draw prizes with pledges raised. Contest for best-dressed dog, and chance for your dog to be in the 2012 ILV calendar; dog-owner look-alike contest. Remind your dog to bring their leash! For more info., call 250-545-9292 or e-mail lisa@ilvernon.ca AA MEETS SUNDAYS Simple reflections group (X) open meeting 10 a.m., at VTC 2810-48 Ave, Vernon. 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
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ELKS MEGA MEAT DRAW Third Sunday of each month at the hall, 3103-30th St. Doors open 1 p.m. Hot dogs, 50/50 and meat basket. OKANAGAN CHINESE BAPTIST CHURCH Worship in Cantonese with Mandarin interpretation every third Sunday of the month starting at 2 p.m. at Vernon Faith Baptist Church, 3908-27th St. CRIB TOURNAMENT Third Sunday of every month at Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Cost is $10. Registrations by 9:30 a.m., please. Bring a partner. Tournament starts 10 a.m. For inquiries, call 545-6240. GLEAN CANADA Sharing the Harvest. Commercial orchardists/growers and backyard /gardeners with excess fruit and vegetables to donate can post an ad on www.gleanok.com for free. People in need and food banks who visit this website will contact you directly to arrange a collection time.
OCTOBER 18 UPPER ROOM MISSION BOUTIQUE The Upper Room Mission’s 30th birthday celebration is under way. Every day specials in the boutique. Check out the white board in the boutique and get in on all the great savings. Every $25 donation (not purchase) will put your name in a draw for the framed “Dawn Majesty” print by John Seerey-Lester Specials start Oct. 18 and go until Oct. 23 at 2708-34th St.
LOVE AND LOGIC Parenting course will be hosted by St. James Catholic School Monday nights starting Oct. 18 to Nov. 29. Childcare will be provided at a cost of $3/child, $5/family. There is no charge for the program: a hands-on parents manual is available for $10. Registration available at the school office, 542-4081. KALAMALKA SPEAKERS SERIES How I spent my summer vacation with Ron Spence, recently retired business professor from Okanagan College, talks about his summer –– tales of dragon boating, music festivals, scenery and seniors’ games –– Oct. 18 at Okanagan College, classroom A204, 12:30-1:20 p.m. Free parking during the presentation in the student parking lot. SILENT AUCTION Support the PIN Crisis Line and NOTRA Therapeutic Riding. Come to the downtown branch of the Scotia bank from Oct. 18 to Oct. 29 and check out more than 100 items. THE GEORGETTE SHOP Downtown behind Sir Winston’s Pub welcomes newcomers in the community to drop in and check out our store. It is overflowing with winter clothing for the whole family. If you haven’t visited us, you are missing out.\ THE VERNON STAMP CLUB meets the third Monday of the month. Next meeting is Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the People Place, 3402 27th Ave. Buy, sell, trade and auction. Everyone welcome. For further info. callRiy at 542-4127. THE SCHUBERT CENTRE Many activities for seniors 50+ to enjoy. Mondays, it’s pinochle, tai chi, bingo, line danc-
ing, exercise class. Tuesdays, bridge, canasta, crafters, wood carving. Wednesdays, afternoon dancing to live music, birthday lunch the last Wednesday of every month. We’re open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The pool room and coffee shop are open daily; the Thrift Shop, Monday to Friday. THE ABORIGINAL STUDENT PARENT ASSOCIATION Is having their monthly meeting Oct. 18 at 4:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton. ASPA is open to all parents and guardians of Aboriginal students in School District #22. Come out and learn what is going on in the schools plus meet some of the staff, and maybe make something. This year is going to be very interesting. Come and let your voice be heard. See you there. For more information contact Denise at 250-542-4378. LADIES AUXILIARY: ARMY, NAVY & AIRFORCE UNIT #5 Meets Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. for executive and 7 p.m. members. SOLD The Society for Open Learning and Discussion meets Oct. 18 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the People Place. Norbert Maertens, back from a recent trip to Cuba will discuss “Viva Cuba Libre ... or is it?” This will be more than a travelogue, with opportunity to evaluate the actual situation in Cuba. New members and visitors welcome. For more information, please call Nadine at 250 549 1479. CFUW VERNON MEETS Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. at the Schubert Centre. After our social half hour, brief business meeting, and lunch ($10) we have Jo Jones — one of our members — to speak to us. She is the “power House” behind The Power House theatre and will tell us some (not all) of the back room stories and history of the theatre. You are welcome to join us. Contact Susan Beck at 250-545-7753 for more info. ADVENTURES IN PLANT BIODIVERSITY New tools, classic studies and the nature of plant species. The Science in Society Speaker Series presents botanist Dr. Jeannette Whitton, UBC, who will discuss examples of the unusual strategies plants have evolved to reproduce and thus what defines the basic units of biodiversity. This talk is in celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity, 2010. Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m., Okanagan College Vernon Campus Lecture Theatre. Tickets: $5 in advance at Okanagan Science Centre or $7 at the door. For more information, call the OSC at 250545-3644 or e-mail info@okscience.ca DANCE CLASSES START SOON If you love two-step, Recreation Services has two courses for you to choose from. There is traditional two-step or our new Nightclub two-step course, a great dance for modern slow to medium ballads and because it’s a nightclub dance there is a lot of room for improvisation. For fans of Latin music, don’t miss out on our popular salsa course and our new Zumba course. And if you love traditional dance, our ballroom basics course will teach you the skills necessary to become fluent in waltz, jive and foxtrot. Classes begin as early as Oct. 18 and have limited space so don’t miss out. To register or for more information, visit us online at www.greatervernonrecreation.ca or in person at the Recreation Centre. MONDAY NIGHT VERNON TOASTMASTERS Meets Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Schubert Centre, 3505 – 30th Ave.
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Community Calendar OCTOBER 18 VERNON BADMINTON starts the 2010/11 season Oct. 18 and meets every Mon. and Thurs. evening starting at 7 p.m. at the Coldstream Elementary School gym. Call Kal at 2601692 for information. SINGLES 40 PLUS Movie night at the Towne Cinema, Oct. 18 at 5:15 p.m. with Vernon Film Society presentation of Get Low. Tickets are available at 4:30 p.m. and cost is $7. Meet at the chairs in the foyer. Call Dot at 542-4042 so seats can be saved. VERNON ACCORDION CLUB Meets Mondays from 7-9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players welcome. Call Nyla at 250-546-3192 for more information. CLAY STUDIO DROPIN SESSION Mondays 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre and any time the studio is not used by a class. Interested in learning about clay? Check out our classes! Drop-in fees $5.60 per session, $50.40 for a 10 x pass. More information at vcacinfo@shaw. ca or 250-542-6243
TIMBRETONE MENS’ BARBERSHOP CHORUS Meets Mondays at 7 p.m., at the North Okanagan Community Life Society (NOCLS), 2400-46th Ave. For more information phone 260-4435 or 503-2552. VERNON JUBILEE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SILENT AUCTION is still on at Trinkets, 4300 - 27th St. The auxiliary has a donation of 36 pieces of Royal Albert China including a tea pot, two serving bowls,
platter and gravy boat with plate. The start bid on this auction is $200. All proceeds from go directly to the intensive care room in the patient care tower.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Women’s Topic Meeting Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., room 002. Our 24-hour helpline is at 250-5033260. S E N I O R S ’ ACTIVITY CENTRE, ARMSTRONG We’re at 2520 Patterson Ave. Monday to Friday it’s snooker at 12:30 p.m. Friendship Club 2nd and 4th Monday each month at 1 p.m. Each Wednesday it’s carpet bowling at 1 p.m. Dance with bands 1st Monday each month (Oct. – May) at 1 p.m. For information call 250-546-8907 or 250-546-8158. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Where else can you play free pool all day? Come on down Mondays with a member and sharpen your skills. We close at 6 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) MEETS Mondays at First Baptist Church, 1406-32nd Ave. Weighin from 6 to 6:45 p.m. with meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. Call Joan 5429328 or 250-545-5491. G R A N D PA R E N T S R A I S I N G GRANDCHILDREN Support group meets every other Monday at the Schubert Centre. For more information, phone 250-549-3328. INDEPENDENT LIVING VERNON Hosts a youth support group for people with physical, mental or developmen-
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OCTOBER 19 PARENT SUPPORT AND EDUCATIONAL GROUP for parents of children with FASD and similar neurological conditions meets Oct. 19. 9 to 10:30 a.m., at the NONA Child Development Centre, 2802-34th St. For more information contact 549-1281 ext.215. VERNON SENIORS OAPO#6 The Oct. 19 general monthly has been cancelled due to Lumby hosting the fall regional meeting Oct. 26. The next meeting of the Vernon seniors OAPO#6 will be Nov. 16, with elections being held. VERNON BETTER BREATHERS meet Oct. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. at
the People Place. Ralph Adams, with the Ministry of Environment, will speak about air quality. VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB The VOC ramble Oct. 19 will be to Ravine Edge overlooking Kal Lake. The group will leave the Vernon Curling Club parking lot at 10 a.m. Call George at 542-3052. THE LUMBY WELLNESS PROGRAM Come to the White Valley Community Hall (2250 Shields Ave.) Oct. 19 from 2 to 3 p.m. to learn various stop smoking techniques. For info. call 250-547-8866. BOSOM BUDDIES Breast cancer support group meets Oct. 19 , 7 to 9 p.m. in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital boardroom (behind cafeteria). Call Sadie at 250-5450253 for information. SINGLES 40-PLUS Planning meeting at the Talkin’ Donkey Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Call Dot at 542-4042 if attending. VERNON 8-BALL PUB LEAGUE Sign up now to join, limited entries. Running October to March, Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Join the fun; meet new people. Entry fee is $60 for more than 80 games. Year-end banquet, prizes and awards. To register, call Sylvie or Bruce at 250-5494265. ROYAL CANADIAN SEA CADETS for boys and girls 12 to 18 meet every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in Hut B15 at the Vernon Army Camp. New cadets are welcome on any parade night. Further information may be obtained from the Commanding Officer ay 250-503-8345. THE ENDERBY TOASTMASTERS CLUB Meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Enderby
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& District Museum, 903 George St. You can visit enderbytoastmasters. webs.com to learn more. PAINTING/DRAWING DROP-IN SESSION Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre. Bring your art supplies and work in our studio with others who love to paint and draw. Dropin fee $3.36 members/ $4.48 non members. For more information call 250-542-6243. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Open cribbage Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Call 250-542-2696. SINGLE FRIENDS weekly coffee Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. at the Red Barn. We bowl once a month, have potlucks, theatre hikes, parties.
M O N A S H E E TOASTMASTERS IN LUMBY MONASHEE Toastmasters meets every Tuesday from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the Blue Ox Pub in Lumby. The lunch meet and greet is from 11:30 to noon and the formal meeting runs from 12:05 to 12:55 p.m. Drop in or for further information call 547-6480 or 547-2020. 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. Meets Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings.
Call James at 546-2812 or e-mail james@gojoli. com for regular meeting times and locations. 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 549-7087.
TUESDAY’S TOGETHER 55+ ladies group meets twice a month. Third Tuesday of the month, the ladies meet at the Seniors’ Dropin 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 information, 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, call 546-1939. CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY VERNON BRANCH AGM Annual general meeting Oct. 19 at 10 a.m., room 003, People Place, 3402-27th Ave. For more information, call 542- 0770. THINK OVARIAN Learn about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and how to take care of yourself. Presentation given by Tracy Kolwich, with Ovarian Cancer Canada, Oct. 19 at the Vernon Health Unit, 1440 14th Ave., 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact sigalet@shaw. ca for more information.
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Violinist rolls over for Beethoven JENNIFER SMITH
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University of British Columbia professor by day, and concert musician by night, Jasper Wood joins the Okanagan Symphony to perform Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D major, tonight at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.
When internationally acclaimed violinist Jasper Wood drops his kids off at school these days, it can be bitter sweet. While education clearly plays a critical role in his world— professor by day, concert violinist by night—spending every other weekend on the road come spring and fall takes its toll. “There was a period last year where I was gone about six weeks and back for only four days,� he said. “That was too much.� But when there’s an opportunity to play Beethoven’s only violin concerto, as he will do for three nights this weekend for the season opener of the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, something has to give. This is a particularly important piece for Wood, who remembers this concerto as the one that pulled him back into music. “There were a few times when I was a teenager and was debating if I really wanted to go into music,� he explained over the telephone with the Kelowna Capital News this week. “The Beethoven concerto was just the piece that sucked me back in and said, ‘Oh this is just so amazing, you’ve got to stay.’� From a technical point of view, the concerto is one of those musi-
cal adventures that’s complex for its simplicity. Because the music is so open, there is little room for error, and it really takes some maturity to pull off, Wood said.
“The Beethoven concerto was just the piece that sucked me back in.� — Jasper Wood For himself, he set 30 as that benchmark age where he felt he could really understand the nuances of what was happening well enough to play the piece to its full potential and he stuck to the rule, finally agreeing to play the part for the first time with the Billings Symphony Orchestra in Montana. The symphony made the piece their great symphony for the evening, but it will form the OSO’s first performance this week. Okanagan Symphony music director Rosemary Thomson’s program centres on Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, or as she puts it, “the most famous four notes in music.� This rendition is said to be a protracted version of the bellowing
notes, drawing the audience down a melodious journey that should tease them into making regular return trips to hear the orchestra for the 2010-11 season. This last season was a particularly difficult year for the professional musicians employed by the orchestra as they celebrated their 50th anniversary against a backdrop of political upheaval producing unprecedented financial cuts. While the province has been showboating new festival concepts, artistic staples like the symphony have taken major hits under the government’s new arts funding scheme, including the recently announced loss of BC Arts Council grants to the tune of a 75 per cent cut. Yet having just scooped up new general manager Scott Wilson from the Toronto Symphony’s administrative team, there is plenty of hope on the horizon. That hope centres on breathing new life into audience participation, drawing on the next generation of music lovers to enjoy the talents of young musicians like Wood. The Okanagan Symphony opens its new season tonight at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre at 7 p.m. Season subscriptions and tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 5497469, www.ticketseller.ca.
Classic trio’s program features church pipe organ Morning Star Staff
The warm resonance of All Saints Anglican Church’s pipe organ is about to receive its full due when The Amici Trio comes to Vernon Oct. 24. The trio, comprised of soprano Norene Morrow, trumpeter Allen Szeliga, and pianist/organist Sandra Fletcher, has had a busy fall arranging its concert program, which features the organ prominently. Several of the pieces have been arranged by Fletcher, who is the organist at the Cathedral Church of St. Michael and All Angels in Kelowna. She will show the vast colour and contrast of All Saints’ historic instrument.
“(The pipe organ) is rarely heard as there are very few venues available with such fine instruments as All Saints and St. Michael’s,� said Fletcher. To round out its sound, the trio has invited both a clarinetist, Robert Piche, and bass-baritone Mark Wells to join them. The program promises to appeal to classical music lovers as well as to those not as familiar with the genre, and includes both familiar and not-so familiar works, said Fletcher, adding featured composers include Handel, Vaughan Williams, Tartini and Piazolla. “It is not that easy to find music arrangements for this
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range of voices and instruments,� she said. “The program is varied and includes as many voicings as possible. Our goal is to deliver a program that is interesting beginning to end for the audience. “We cover a wide range of music that showcases the creativity of the composer and the musical ability of the soloists.� Those include Fletcher, who has performed with professional musicians and students in Bangkok and Canada. Besides classical, she also teaches and performs jazz and pop, and has received extensive training in piano, pipe organ, trumpet, voice and conducting. A recitalist and theatre per-
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former, vocalist Morrow is the former music director at St. Michael and All Angels, where she worked for nine years. She is also the former conductor of Musaic Vocal Ensemble in Summerland. While living in Ontario, she sang major roles with the Sault Opera Society and worked as the stage and vocal director for some of their productions. Szeliga performs with a number of musical groups in the North Okanagan, including lead trumpet with the Mark Rose Big Band and first trumpet and director of the Take 6 Brass Quintet. Born and raised in the Okanagan, Wells recently returned home from MontrĂŠal, where he
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completed a bachelor of music at l’UniversitÊ de MontrÊal. Over the past five years, he has been a featured soloist in operas, oratorio and chamber music at l’UdeM, McGill University and the Banff Centre for the Arts. Piche’s musical career spans more than 40 years. He has been part of the RCMP band and for the last eight years, the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed in numerous musicals including local productions with Viva Musica and the Kelowna Theatre. The Amici Trio starts its performance at All Saints, 3205 27th St., Vernon, Oct. 24 at 3 p.m. Admission is by donation.
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All things big and small open at gallery Morning Star Staff
The Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG) is staggering the opening date of its upcoming exhibitions to feature works in all shapes, sizes, forms and textures. Petite-sized works will grow with the return of the gallery’s annual members show, opening Nov. 4. The fundraiser, now called Visual Vernacular, is a reincarnation of the gallery members’ exhibition previously called smallMATTERS. “In contrast to previous years, we decided to increase the size of the artwork entered in order to produce a vibrant group exhibition,” said the VPAG’s curator Lubos Culen. “The new title also references the concept that art, art making, and art appreciation is an inherent ability of every person, and we are pleased to provide the exhibition opportunities for our members in a gallery setting.” First up is Breakaway Pottery Studio’s 20 + Hands II, which opens to the public Thursday. This group exhibition of functional and non-functional ceramics was produced by 19 students and an instructor participating in a ceramics program at the Breakaway Pottery Studio in Vernon. “The exhibition, 20 + Hands II, is a second presentation of ceramics produced in the studio and features a diversity of approaches to creating contemporary and traditional ceramic pieces,” said Culen. In addition to the traditional functional ceramics, the display will consist of architectural pieces, sculpted human busts, masks and murals. On Oct. 28, the gallery will open its doors to its first Artist Trading Card (ATC) exhibition, entitled 21/2 x 31/2. The minimalist title refers to the size of the artwork, which typically measures two-and-ahalf-by-three-and-ahalf inches. The ATC concept was started by a Swiss artist in the mid-‘90s, and brought to Canada
phenomenon. Last year’s return of scheduled sessions of ATC production and trading at the VPAG resulted in the exhibition, which will feature work by artists from around Canada, the U.S. and overseas. An opening recep-
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tion for all the exhibitions will take place at the VPAG Nov. 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. The public has until Dec. 22 to see all the works. The VPAG is located at 3228 31st Ave. For hours and more information, call 250-5423173.
Gloria Schurman of Michigan designed this ATC, African Girl.
Ceramic vase by Al Scott is part of Breakaway Pottery Studio’s 20 + Hands II.
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and transformed it to powerfully spoken words for the world stage. We Are More was just a glimpse into Koyczan’s extensive catalogue. He’ll be joined on stage by his band Short Story Long for his Vernon performance where you’ll have the chance to see this inspirational poet in his prime. Tickets are still available through the Ticket Seller by calling 549-SHOW (7469). Also on Friday, the Louisiana Hayride rolls into the Vernon Recreation Complex auditorium. Music of the Louisiana Hayride in Story and Song features more than 30 songs that were aired on the hit radio show during the ‘40s and ‘50s. Earlier this year, this unique group from Salmon Arm sold out two shows at the Powerhouse Theatre and garnered rave reviews. Call the Ticket Seller at 549SHOW (7469) for your tickets. Oct. 24, IPE host Jack Jackson brings Pioneers and Legends: A History of Country Music to stage at the Performing Arts Centre. A nostalgic and entertaining walk through the Country Music Hall of Fame, Jackson aims to honour the heritage and roots of
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the genre for all to enjoy. The concert starts at 7 p.m. and tickets can be purchased through the Ticket Seller by calling 549-SHOW (7469). Lorne Elliott is among Canada’s favourite performers. On Oct. 28 at 8 p.m., this comedian, musician, storyteller and playwright takes the stage of the Performing Arts Centre for his one-of-a-kind concert performance. Touring for more than 26 years, Elliott’s show is a hilarious blend of music, theatre and comedy to tickle your funny bone. Call the Ticket Seller at 549SHOW (7469) for your tickets. And don’t forget the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra’s 51st season opener this evening at the Performing Arts Centre. Violin virtuoso Jasper Wood joins the symphony for Beethoven, featuring the composer’s Symphony No. 5 and Violin Concerto Op. 61 among others. Tickets can still be purchased online at www.ticketseller.ca or at the doors, which open one hour before the 7 p.m. show time. Enjoy the shows!
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After six sold-out shows in the North Okanagan-Shuswap, including two in Vernon this summer, The Louisiana Hayride in Story and Song returns to town with a show at the Vernon Recreation Complex auditorium Friday. The musical features odes to Hank Williams (played by Patrick Ryley, left), Patsy Cline (Andrea Anderson), Roy Orbison (Gil Risling) and other iconic country artists who were part of the live radio show, known as the Cradle of the Stars, which broadcast from Shreveport, LA from 1948 to 1960.
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Lars Olesen chips away at a weather-damaged beam with an adze to remove the outer layer of wood during a restoration project on the log cabin he built nine years ago at Predator Ridge Golf Resort. Visit www. vernonmorningstar.com to watch a video detailing the traditional timber framing techniques Olesen used to create the original structure.
The timeless art of timber framing GRAEME CORBETT Morning Star Staff
One look at Lars Olesen’s tool arsenal tells you he is not your typical builder. Hand chisels, adzes, hewing axes, wooden mallets, a mortising machine – tools that have been around since the middle ages. They are the instruments of a timber frame master craftsman. Olesen, a 45-year-old Dane who immigrated to Canada in 1987, does work with modern electric equipment to speed up the building process, but for the most part, he prefers to do everything by hand. “I use them (hand tools) all the time to keep myself sharp, otherwise you lose it,” said Olesen. “My philosophy is that everybody that starts in this trade should get acquainted with that, and then they can go to machinery.” Olesen stumbled into the profession as an 18-year-old in Copenhagen where he was introduced to a carpenter who had contracts to restore the historic city’s medieval buildings. “I’ve always been technically interested in structure and I was lucky enough to be involved with someone who did a lot of restoration and timber work,” said Olesen, who went on to complete a four-year apprenticeship. “I was trained by the old masters of the time to do the trade. I’ve actually inherited tools from some that have
passed away, so that is quite the honour.” Before coming to Canada, Olesen spent time learning from other craftsmen in Japan, France, and Norway. He began working for a Lumby-based timber frame company in 1990 before striking out on his own three years later. “You develop skills and meet people along the way. It’s all about learning. I’ve met a lot of wonderful craftsmen along the way,” he said. Olesen has since applied his trade across the Okanagan Valley, bringing an old-world flavour to modern carpentry. From a simple front entrance accent to spacious Gothic church-style interiors, Olesen utilizes his rare skill set to recreate a sense of history. “I find an extreme joy in it and I know that some day somebody’s going to hopefully be inspired by the piece he’s looking at,” he said. “It’s respecting the past and the woodworkers that innovated that. It’s way beyond our time. They started doing timber work like that in the 11th century.” One of Olesen’s current projects is the restoration of the pioneer cabin he originally built at Predator Ridge Golf Resort about 10 years ago. It is a simple log cabin – around 24-by-32 feet – with a porch. It tastefully disguises the resort’s irrigation system, and has served as a family activity centre and wine tasting venue in past years. Olesen created the structure by reusing wood from the
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previous building that was on the site. “I really like recycling wood and resurrecting stuff out of stuff that might have been cancelled.” However, over the years, sun and weather have taken their toll on the rough-hewn wood posts and other exterior features. “I’m basically giving it a face lift because it has been hit by weather. I’m rejuvenating its look on the outside,” said Olesen. The cabin’s corners feature an innovative joining technique called dovetail notching, which helps steer rainwater off the building. Due to the building’s length, Olesen also incorporated scarf joints, a method of joining beams using mortise and tenon held together by a wedge and pegs. “If you have to innovate something out of nature’s wood, you have to be really thinking about what you’re doing,” he said. When he talks about the history of timber framing, and of the skilled craftsmen who originated the trade, a sense of awe enters Olesen’s voice. “Timber framing was really a big thing in the middle ages because it was the only structurally available material. So the woodworkers really had to be innovative. “I find most of my day a gift to work with that, especially when people let me design what they want to live in. That really is joy for me.”
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HST and mutual funds Editor’s Note: This is the first of a bi-weekly guest columnist series in the Business Section. It is open to submission from the financial community.
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ffective July 1 of this year, B.C. and Ontario implemented the harmonized sales tax (HST), which combines the provincial sales tax (PST) with the five per cent federal goods and services tax (GST). Although Ontario’s HST is one per cent higher than B.C.’s 12 per cent, Ontarians put up little resistance, while in B.C. the self-anointed Bill Vander Zalm leads a populist petition-signing revolt against the HST. One fact is certain, our provincial government could have done a Kirbey Lockhart better job of introducing this tax. Lost in the white noise is the effect the HST has on investment accounts held in our beautiful province. The biggest change is the new taxation on management fees charged by mutual fund companies. Although each mutual fund has its own rates, the industry average is two per cent so on a $100,000 mutual fund portfolio, Mrs. Investor pays $2,000 per year in management fees. However, it is an embedded fee, so if a global dividend fund posted a 12-month return of 6.6 per cent, the fund actually made 8.6 per cent, but kept two per cent for the management expenses. Effective Canada Day, residents of B.C. and Ontario pay HST on the mutual fund company management fees. Back to our example: Mrs. Investor lives in Lumby and pays $2,000 per year in an embedded management expense to her
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According to statistics from the Canadian Cancer Society, approximately 23,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in Canada this year. That is more than 1,900 cases in October alone. Sadly, more than 440 women – mothers, sisters, daughters – will lose their lives to this disease in October as well. In response, Curves has taken a leadership role in the fight against breast cancer. As part of Curves of Vernon and Coldstream’s mission to strengthen women, and in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the women’s fitness centre is waiving the joining fee for new members who make a $25 donation to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Since only about five to 10 percent of breast cancers are hereditary, it’s all about prevention. “Early detection saves lives,” said Vernon branch owner Angela Yablosnki, joined by her Coldstream counterpart Margaret Penner in the campaign. “There’s so much you can do to significantly reduce your risk of getting breast cancer. This includes eating a nutritious diet, getting regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight. And then there are annual doctor visits and monthly breast self exam.” To help make monthly breast self examination easier and less intimidating, Curves offers a tool called the Liv Aid. It is a heart-shaped, fluid-filled pad designed to enhance a woman’s ability to notice changes in breast tissue and feel lumps or irregularities. Club members may also purchase a ribbon to be worn in memory of, or in honor of, a friend or family member who has been affected by the disease. Proceeds go to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Curves is hosting a special GirlTime Celebration all day Monday (6 a.m. to 7 p.m.) with coffee and prizes.
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Buying ‘subject to sale’ rare Seller who would pull their home off the market to accommodate a Buyer who has yet to sell. Normally, a Seller would only accept a “subject Jane Field to sale of offer” if they added a clause known as a “time clause.” This is sometimes called a “right of first refusal.” What it means is that if the Seller obtains another acceptable offer, you as the Buyer would commonly get only 24 to 72 hours to make your offer firm, or step back and let the second buyer purchase the home. That can be, and frequently is, a disappointing situation for the first Buyer.
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Of course you could entertain the idea of a longer closing date and bridge or interim financing. This means you would arrange to finance the purchase of the new home and pay the loan off when your home sells. On this current slow market, there is a very real possibility even a probability that your current home will take several months to sell. Also you wouldn’t know the price you’ll actually realize. So, you really have to be able to afford the extra payments. Also you have to know you might find it quite stressful to own two places at once. On the brighter side of the question, interest rates are remarkably low and the cost of such a loan may be low enough that it’s worth it to you. Because you
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Installing water meters in two North Westside Road neighbourhoods is costing more than expected. The Central Okanagan Regional District board has approved spending an additional $75,000 to complete installation of water meters in the Westshore and Killiney Beach water systems. “A total of $225,000 was earmarked for the metering project,” said Chris Radford, environmental services director, in a written report. “Due to the nature of the subdivisions (seasonal residences) and in some cases the configuration of the water servicing, pit meters are required to ensure all water use is captured. Pit meters involve excavation work and there-
fore a higher installation price compared to an inside installation.” The extra $75,000 will come from the gas tax community works fund. “Utilization of these funds for the completion of this project will ensure reserve funds held within the util-
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home is going to cost. Plus, you’ll be informed about what is being offered on the marketplace. Ask your realtor to show you the homes that may be right for you and to keep an eye out for any suitable new listings that become available. Jane Field works with RE/MAX Vernon. To suggest topics for future articles or to ask Jane questions, email her at jane@janefield.com or call 503-3755. Previous articles published in the Morning Star appear on Jane’s website – www. janefield.com or www. vernonrealestate.ca
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Missing man sought Kamloops RCMP are RCMP Const. Rose asking for help finding Dunsmore. a man who He was drivreportedly ing a white four hasn’t been door 1993 Lincoln seen since Town Car with a he left that licence plate of 129 city en ETD. route to a He is about six meeting in feet tall and weighs Kelowna. 168 pounds. He Tedd Tree Te d d has ear length grey Tree, 66, hair, blue eyes and was last seen by one of his was last seen wearing employees in Kamloops jeans, a shirt and a black on the morning of Oct. leather jacket. 5. Anyone with infor“Tree reportedly left mation is asked to call Kamloops around 11 Kamloops RCMP at 250a.m. that day to attend 828-3000 or call Crime a meeting in Kelowna, Stoppers at 1-800-222B.C.,” said Kamloops TIPS.
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Area’s wildcrafting industry in spotlight Morning Star Staff
A sustainable creative industry is unfolding in the Okanagan, largely undetected and hardly seen from busy thoroughfares. Its workings connect farms and forests and remain largely off the beaten path, but yet it is one of the fastest growing resource based industries in Canada and at its core is an invisible factory powered by spiritual motivation that links nature, the land and stewardship. Wildcrafting will be showcased Thursday with Wild Green Yonder: Of Wildcrafting and Permaculture. The 7 p.m. presentation is part of the ongoing Okanagan Institute Express series at Okanagan College’s Kalamalka campus. Admission is $2, to reserve your seat visit http://www.okanaganinstitute.com Artists and activists Don Elzer and Gabe Cipes discuss the work they have each been doing to further a conscious environmental agenda, and a next-generation approach to agriculture. Wildcrafting is the practice of harvesting and using wild materials for food, medicine, construction, art and craft. Whether it’s a wild botanical like devils club, shed antlers, pine cones or mushrooms, the gathering of found materials provides wildcrafters a means to generate a living direct from nature. Wildcrafting shares different labels like nontimber forest products and agroforestry but none of these names defines this act or the philosophy that drives it better than “permaculture” which combines ‘permanent agriculture’
and ‘permanent culture’ - it is about living lightly on the planet, and making sure that we can sustain human activities for many generations to come, in harmony with nature.Permanence is not about everything staying the same. It’s about stability, about deepening soils and cleaner water, thriving communities in self-reliant regions, biodiverse agriculture and social justice, peace and abundance. Wildcrafting has begun to surface as the next stage beyond “organic” and permaculture as the next stage beyond “sustainable”, but what are the challenges and the opportunities as this new social and economic force emerges in the Okanagan? In addition to demonstrating how harvesting and using natural materials in a creative environment creates “extreme” value within the local economy and community, Elzer and Cipes will share their approach to ethics while gathering in unique ecosystems, how nature works and how natural designs connect us to everything. Elzer is an investigative writer and commentator in demand for both his storytelling ability and his insightful knowledge of both consumer and cultural trends on a changing planet. He’s also an artist who creates wildcrafted masks and wall motifs. For over 20 years his work has been collected worldwide and continues to be a recognized fine collectible that is uniquely Canadian. Through the development of his art he has carried a message that encourages stewardship of wild resources by
the people who live in such places and has advocated a better deal for rural British Columbia and in particular First Nations people. He lives and works from his studio called the Wildcraft Forest between Lumby and Cherryville where he has expanded his art to include culinary and medicinal creations including fine crafted wild teas. Cipes has traveled extensively to seek out teachers living off the grid, walked with Native
Shamans, attended earth conferences, permaculture and earth building courses. He has hosted many exceptional leaders and visionaries who have come to share knowledge at his home on the Summerhill organic vineyard. His experience includes being a part of touring and recording music, think tanks and art collectives and he has been awarded scholarships for his sculpture, painting, and drawing. He has helped create musical venues inclucing
the Cakewalk Festival in Kelowna, and operates a wildcrafting business - Summerhill Organics & Wildcraft - and is practicing Biodynamics at Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Canada’s largest certified organic vineyard, which contains a veritable cornicopia of edible and medicinal wild plants. Wild Green Yonder marks the 178th event the Okanagan Institute has held since the Express series got underway in 2007.
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SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Plan something to do with the family that you know everyone will enjoy, even if it is as simple as making some popcorn or inviting some friends over.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder H.L. Mencken said, “It is hard to believe that a man is telling the truth when you know that you would lie if you were in his place.” At the bridge table, though, most of your opponents will be trustworthy -- you can draw conclusions from their bidding and play. South failed to do that in this deal from a proam in Saint Louis last August. First, though, East had a difficult time during the auction. First, he might have made a takeout double over one heart, planning to rebid in spades to show a very strong hand. If he had done that, presumably South would have rebid three clubs, and after two passes, East would have been committed to
bid three spades, which probably would have gone down one. However, East settled for a simple one-spade overcall. Then, when South’s three-club rebid was passed back, East mulled over competing with three spades. Eventually he passed -- which worked well because South misplayed. West led the spade six. East won with his ace, cashed the spade king, and led his spade nine, always playing his highest spade as suit-preference signals for hearts. (East knew South had the diamond ace from the auction.) West ruffed South’s spade queen with his club three, and declarer overruffed with dummy’s five. What should declarer have done now?
South played a club to his king and went down one because he lost two spades, one heart and two clubs. But when West ruffed with the club three, could he also have the club jack? Never! He would have ruffed high. Declarer should have played a club to his 10.
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Obituaries JOHNSON, LORRAINE (nee SMITH) June 23, 1942 – October 11, 2010 We are so sad to announce the passing of a very special woman. After a brave battle with cancer our beloved Lorraine passed away peacefully with her loving sons and family by her side. Lorraine was predeceased by her soul mate and partner Harvey on July 20, 2009 and also by her parents Paul and Jill Smith. Lorraine is survived by her three sons Shawn, James and Ryan (Michelle), two brothers Gene (Nan) and Dan, four sisters Lucille (Art), Louise (George), Yvonne (Gary) and Anita as well as an honorary sister Joyce. Her passing will be a great loss to numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Lorraine was born in Saskatoon and her family moved to Kelowna in 1946. She attended school in Kelowna and she was also employed for many years at the Kelowna General Hospital. She and Harvey enjoyed several years of RVing down south, with very special times camping at Fintry with family and friends. We have lost a strong link in our family chain; she was dearly loved by her family. No service by request. In lieu of owers, memorial donations in Lorraine’s name may be made to the North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506 27th Avenue, Vernon, BC, V1T 1W4. The family wishes to thank all who participated in Lorraine’s care. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129, Email condolences and share memories at www.ďŹ schersfuneralservices.com.
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Petrus (Pete) Willibrodus Molenaar It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Petrus (Pete) Willibrodus Molenaar on October 7, 2010 in Armstrong BC at the age of 65 years. Pete will be missed by his wife Teresa of Armstrong; two sons Jimmy (Kimberly) of Calgary and Tony Molenaar of Calgary; two daughters Lynn Molenaar of Calgary and Sylvia Romanyshyn (Gary) of Boyle AB; five grandchildren Brittany, Chantal, Cody, Drayton, Jasmine; one great-grandchild Zack; and several brothers and sisters. Pete moved to Armstrong in 2000 from Didsbury AB. Pete was a great family man who enjoyed landscaping, woodworking, tree farming, and growing flowers. Pete was an active member of the First Baptist Church and his sense of humour was loved and will be missed by all. A Memorial Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday October 13 2010 at First Baptist Church (3185 Becket Street, Armstrong BC). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email armstrong@pafs.net. Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
SAMUEL WOTZKE 1925 – 2010 The family of Samuel Wotzke is saddened to announce the passing of their beloved father on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 in Vernon, B.C. Sam was born on June 18, 1925 in Vanguard , Saskatchewan to Friedrich and Emilie Wotzke. He is mourned by his four daughters: Marilyn (Wolfe) of Vernon, Irene (Gary) of Nanaimo, Darlene (Edward) of Vernon, and Sherry (Hiro) of Japan. Grandpa will be lovingly remembered by Chad, Evan, Erika, Grayson, Derek, and Sasha. Also left behind is his sister, Elsie, of Big Lake, B.C.; as well as several cousins, nephews, and nieces. As a young man, Sam was a cowboy on the Harper Ranch , and in his later years returned to a rural life in Lavington. Our Dad was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed his family, his animals, country western music and the outdoors. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Tammy Markey Beloved grandmother, mother, wife, daughter and friend. She fought so courageously until her passing Oct. 9, 2010. Tammy’s love and bright spirit was evident in everything she did. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her dad Jim, husband Shawn, children Samantha Infanti (Anthony), Dustin Wilhelm (Jessica), Abbigail and Matthew, as well as her grandchildren Lynden, Ty and Karmann, siblings James and Jacqualyn Pichette, extended family and many friends. With so many people in Tammy’s corner it is impossible to list all of the individuals involved here. Our family expresses our most sincere appreciation for the doctors, nurses, tech’s and support staff at VJH, both in clinic and emergency, as well as the clinic at KGH. Vernon Hospice comforted Tammy when the going got tough. The wisdom, respect and love shown by everybody there allowed the entire family to focus on the precious time we had remaining. Our family physician’s keen interest in Tammy’s battle from it’s onset lended stability and continuity, Many thanks “Dr.P� There will be a celebration of life in the near future, to be informed of the date, time and location please email: s_markey@telus.net or call 250-306-0305 VEACH, David Lawrence It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of David Lawrence Veach on October 12, 2010 in Vernon, BC. Expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: vernon@pafs.net. Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250546-7237.
HOWARD, Jean Jean Isabel Isabel HOWARD, with heartfelt heartfelt sadness sadness that that we we announce announce the the passing passing ItIt isis with of Jean Isabel Howard on October 15, 2010 in Armstrong, of Jean Isabel Howard on October 15, 2010 in Armstrong, BC. Expression Expression of of sympathy sympathy may may be be forwarded forwarded to to the the BC. family via via email: email: armstrong@pafs.net. armstrong@pafs.net. Celebration Celebration of of family Life to to be be held held on on Monday, Monday, October October 18, 18, at at 1:00 1:00 p.m. p.m. at at Life the Anglican Anglican Church Church of of St. St. James James 92315 Patterson Ave., Ave., the (2315 Patterson Armstrong BC).Arrangements BC).Arrangements entrusted entrusted to PERSONAL Armstrong ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL FUNERAL SERVICES, SERVICES, Armstrong ALTERNATIVE 250-546-7237 & & Vernon Vernon 250-558-0866. 250-558-0866. 250-546-7237
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A Great Place to Learn!! VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 22 (VERNON) BILINGUAL ABORIGINAL SUPPORT WORKER School District No. 22 (Vernon) is currently accepting applications for the position of Bilingual Aboriginal Support Worker. Please be advised this is a 20hrs/week position commencing as soon as possible. Under the direction of the District Principal – Aboriginal Program assists the classroom/learning assistance teacher(s) by providing enhanced learning experiences to designated students of Aboriginal ancestry. Applicants must possess: • CEA Certificate or equivalent • Four months previous experience working with Aboriginal Youth • Life experience and knowledge of and sensitivity to values, beliefs and needs of the Aboriginal community from which the students come • Literacy, numeracy, English & French skills. This position is in a union environment and wages and benefits are covered by a Collective Agreement. The successful applicant will be required to consent, and successfully obtain, a Criminal Record Check prior to commencement of employment and provide references from the Aboriginal community. Interested and qualified applicants should forward their resume with supporting documentation, professional references and cover letter by October 25, 2010 to: Human Resources - Support Staff School District No. 22 (Vernon) 1401-15th Street Vernon, BC V1T 8S8 email: personnel@sd22.bc.ca fax: (250) 549-9200 For full job description, please refer to our web site www.sd22.bc.ca The District thanks all those interested; however only candidates short listed will be contacted.
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250-542-8191
4620-23rd Street
www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.
TOPSOIL
Handypersons
LANDSCAPE PRODUCTS WE LOAD PICKUPS, TRAILERS, ETC. WE DELIVER: Lava rock, bark mulch, landscape rock, sand and gravel, screened topsoil, manure, Nature’s Gold organic products. HOURS: Monday to Friday, 8 am 5 pm; Saturday 8 am - 4 pm
Fix it
PRYCE LANDSCAPE PRODUCTS
Heat, Air, Refrig. ADD YOUR business on www.BCLocalBiz.com directory for province wide exposure! Call 1-877-645-7704
Home Improvements Wood Flooring, Log Siding, Log Cabins, Decking, Cedar & Pine T&G V Joint, custom sawing. www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388
Computer Services
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
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
542.7520
ACROSS FROM VERNON GOLF COURSE ENTRANCE
609 KAL LAKE ROAD
PICK UP OR DELIVERY 250.541.0111 VISA HOURS DEBIT DECORATIVE ROCK Mon. - Fri. MASTERCARD 8:00 am - 4:30 pm INTERACT WHITE DOLOMITE Saturday SENIORS DISCOUNT 8:00 am - 4:00 pm BLAST ROCK Closed Sundays and Stat Holidays LAVA ROCK SLATE LANDSCAPE FABRIC BARK MULCH www.justrocks.org TOP SOIL MIXES SAND & GRAVEL 186 GREENHOW RD., VERNON 1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND
NO ROCK TOO BIG NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Vernon & District Immigrant Services Assistance Service Suite 100 - 3003 - 30th Street, Vernon Tel. (250) 542-4612 • email:eas@shaw.ca
Legal Secretary/Assistant & Paralegal Seeking two individuals to join our busy litigation department. Please forward resume in con¿dence to: Shelleyw@davidsonlaw.com davidsonlaw.com Serving our community. It’s what we do.
Did you know? • Kidney Disease causes death in many people with diabetes and high blood pressure, and raises the risk of a heart attack? • Healthy kidneys reduce the risk of heart attacks and high blood pressure? If detected early, Chronic Kidney Disease can be treated, thereby reducing the risk of complications of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart attacks.
contact Donna 250-550-7901
Landscaping
POST POUNDING & Fence Building. No Transport Fee. Free Estimate. 250.308.5403.
™ MicroSolve Computer Solutions
Cheryl Andrus Microsoft Professional + Internet Microsoft Certified System Engineer A+ Service Technician
Landscaping
Fencing
Legal Services
Cleaning Services
NEILS HANDYMAN. Yard clean up, res. comm. dump runs, firewood, appliances taken away. (250)260-8581
Available Oct 31
REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.
Experienced housecleaners available we supply most cleaning supplies. Weekly or Bi-weekly available, reasonable rates. Call after 6pm or weekends. 250-545-1313.
EEDED FT CDA to fill a 1yr aternity leave. Position may ntinue to FT employment. ease drop resume off at 301 32nd Ave, Vernon.
IRRIGATION BLOW-OUTS 1 week only, Mon. Oct 18 to Fri Oct 22. Call 250-549-9388
Countertops
Financial Services
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
Medical/Dental
Financial Services REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation. BBB accredited. 250-860-1653 www.4pillars.ca
We can help you find work! Free services for Newcomers, FOREIGN Professionals/Trades Persons • Career planning and Canadian job search • Individual Employment Counselling • Direction & ¿nancial help with foreign credentials – assisting with education/quali¿cations recognition • Training funding for eligible persons • Referrals to other services • Computer skills for job seekers
Take the quiz posted at www.bcrenal.bc.ca and see if you r are at risk of developing Chronic Kidn Disease. You could be Kidney sav saving your own life (and you could win a prize!) Please give generously when a canvasser comes to call, or donate online at www.kidney.bc.ca
The Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC Branch 200-4940 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 4K6 1(8 1(800) 567-8112
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HERE!
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(250) 545-0218
Cell: 307-1959
You WILL be noticed
“FREE ESTIMATES�
and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory
back filling rock walls general excavation landscaping preparation driveway prep Owner/Operator Gord Kennedy • Email: gordiek@telus.net • Cell: 250-308-7373 skidsteer services shrub and brush removal
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Lift concrete slabs, sidewalks & driveways.
CALL ROCKY
(778) 475-3978 or (250) 545-9522 Free Estimates!
DAVIES DRYWALL
Additions, Basements, Renovations, Steel Stud Framing, Drywalling, Taping, Dropped Ceilings Call Attila: 250-546-6282
CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663
DECKING
Window Security Bars Commercial, Basement, Garage & Cottage Windows. Iron Railings & Gates
Cutting Edge 250-540-5401
STONEWORK Mudjacking & Underpinning
All Your Drywalling Needs
SECURITY
Discounts for volume & seniors
CONCRETE
DRYWALL
SUPERIOR DECK LTD VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING
Kelowna WinďŹ eld 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
LANDSCAPING
“All Your Concrete Needs�
Tazz’s Concrete RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Call Kevin 250-308-8268 • Foundations • Concrete Floors • Sidewalks • Retaining Wall • Engineered Wall • Driveway • Suspended Slabs
RY on the Rocks Retaining Walls to Fireplaces Repairs to Renovations For all your stonework needs
250-306-9480 ryontherocks.com
NAGY LANDSCAPING *Lawn Mowing*Hedge Trimming *Tree Removal*Yard Clean-Up *Weed Wacking*New Landscapes *Complete Maintenance RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
250-547-2429 • 250-306-9896
FALL CLEANUP
Keep warm this fall & let someone else do the dirty work of pruning & cleanup in your yard. 16+ yrs landscape exp. 250-547-0108 250-550-0374 ddyck01@telus.net
WINDOW CLEANING
Brighter Outlook
window cleaning Residential & Construction Deron Sanderson
250.306.2679
WINDOW CLEANERS • Homes • Commercial • Construction Clean • Water Stain Removal VERNON - LUMBY - ARMSTRONG - OYAMA
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
• Design • Installation • Maintenance
558-3507
www.outdooraspects.com
250-307-3760
MASONRY
PROPERTY SERVICES
FENCING
FALL MAINTENANCE Landscape Cleanup & Gutter Cleaning * Window Cleaning * Pressure Washing * Lawn Maintenance tophatps@telus.net
250-306-9333
STUCCO Vinyl Fences Chain Chain Link & Link, CedarCedar, FencesOrnamental / Cedar,Vinyl,& Composite Wood Decks Commercial & Residential Experiece •• Free FreeEstimates Estimates 15 Commercial & Residential• •15 12Years Years Experience
Chris ‌ Phone/Fax 558-0590 • Cell 309-0410
WINDOWS & DOORS
Town & Country y Masonry Ltd. M • Cultured Stone • Natural Stone • Brick • Glass Blocks
Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location
NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7
ROOFING
Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs
25 + years Experience
RE-ROOF RE ROOF - REPAIR - SHINGLE SPECIALIST
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
QUESTIONS? CONTACT
250 550 7900 250-550-7900 New Construction or Renovations
DEPARTMENT Ask about MILGARD’S LIFETIME WARRANTY
250-550-7900
• Installations • Wood windows • Vinyl - Fiberglass - Aluminum • All milgard windows c/w Suncoat Lowe Glass • Free Estimates ‌ 2 to 3 Week Delivery
Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 1044 Middleton Way, Vernon • 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977
EV’S ROOFING R T
540-ROOF 540 ROOF
(250) (7663) FREE ESTIMATES SHINGLING THE VERNON & OKANAGAN B.C. AREA FOR OVER 18 YEARS
South-West Roof Restorations Inc.
25 yrs of Cedar RooďŹ ng - Repairs - Re-rooďŹ ng - Maintenance - Restoration Call Brian
250-307-7440 www.southwestroof.ca
ELECTRICAL
KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan
CLASSIFIED
Journeyman
CARWAY STUCCO
“For all your window and door needs GOVERNMENT GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!� $70 per
Ron Taylor
Cell: 250-308-1740 • Phone: 250-547-1361
Ph: 307-0387
CONTACT
“Making Green Space YOUR Space�
ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD. RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL Free Estimates/Emergency Service Bonded and Insured License #92048 BBB Member – Quality Work 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
www.vernonmorningstar.com
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HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION SIDING
HARDI-PLANK
SOFFITS
FASCIA
COMPETITION EXTERIORS LTD (250) 309-3981 GUTTERS
DECKING
RAILING
PATIO COVER
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* New (exposed) concrete or wooden stairs * Rebuilt old worn down steps * Wheel chair access solutions * Elevated stamp concrete decks WCB Coverage - Licensed & Insured
All your carpentry needs!
Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst. • Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design
Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience
Nu-Look Homeworks
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Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring�
Insured * References * Guaranteed
Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435
JOB JAR
Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations
No job too small! 250-542-8368 (Home) Annette & Dennis 250-307-6484 (Cell)
You be noticed and get
MORE business in this directory
JACK WESSELL PAINTING INTERIOR - EXTERIOR - CEILINGS SPRAYED STUCCO - WOOD - VINYL - FENCES 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE • WORK GUARANTEED
Call Jack 250-308-2870
SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS
Repaints our specialty! • Walls • Doors • Windows • Trim • Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH! Free Estimates • www.timetopaint.com or
2250.308.4380
DAN’S PAINTING & REPAIRS
Rooms $16800 Coats of Paint
RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING RELIABLE - WORK GUARANTEED - CHEAPEST RATES IN TOWN - WCB INSURED
250-542-2599 250-540-3484
PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
• Kitchen • Basement Remodels Finishing • Painting • Tile Work • Plumbing • Much More Licensed, Bonded & Insured 250-545-3130
1-800-88-HANDY
Call for Free Estimate
Independently Owned and Locally Operated
kelowna.handymanconnection.com Now serving all the North Okanagan including Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Falkland, Lavington, Coldstream, BX & Oyama
No Job Too Small! Carpentry Work from ground up. Serving Vernon area.
Morgan@547-6646
550-4535
LTD.
• Siding • SofďŹ t
• General Carpentry • Aluminum Railings • New & Renovations • Vinyl Decking
GEORGE SIMMONS
HANDYMAN
HANDS Affordable Home Repairs & Renovations
SUMMER SPECIALS
C: 250-309-0621 H: 250-838-0449 Fax: 250-838-0459
CUSTOM HOME DESIGN RENOS
ON NOW!
TIM 250-307-8772 Quality Work Guaranteed
IS YOUR HOME
Appealing
DUMP TRAILERS
Visit www.blissredesigns.ca or call Carrie at 250-306-4020
5,000 & 10,000 lb. SPECIALTY TRAILER RENTALS 250-545-3238
SNOW REMOVAL
Snow Removal & Sanding
Truck Mounted Plow Property Clean-Up • Small Load Hauling Garbage Runs
HERE! CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
PLUMBING
WHY HY WAIT? AAvailable ailable on short notice! CertiďŹ ed Journeyman Plumber/GasďŹ tter Ce
FREE ESTIMATES • LOW RATES
Jesse 250.540.4786 north valley property services
You Belong
TO YOU? Contact our professional & experienced staff to improve the look & feel of your home. Custom Design, Architectural & Structural Renovations on any budget!
NNEED ED A PLUMBER?
308-9783 549-5140
TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY
• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall
Honest Renovations
TRAILER RENTALS
PAINTING
WILL
Jay Clair 250-306-4254
EXPEREINCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
QUESTIONS? CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS AT
250-550-7900
DARCY ’S PLUMBING - Hot Water Tank Replacement (gas/electric) - Plugged Drains, Water Softeners - Kitchen/Bathroom Renovations - New Construction *CertiďŹ ed 250-309-7008
250-540-3001
CLEANING DECORATING + PAINTING
(Formerly Women In Paint)
LET THE LADIES DO IT! : Ph:
• Painting • Interior & Exterior Consultations • Home Staging
250.309.3178 or 250.309.9417
30 YEARS EXPERIENCE FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED
CREW WITH QUALITY RATES
549-0115
CRANE SERVICES
3D
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WHITE GLOVE HOUSE CLEANING
CCS
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
• High quality results • Call Lisa for a quote VERNON
250-307-3042
Cleaning Services * Quality Cleaning * Eco Friendly Products
Tannis Morrison (250) 558-8552 tannismorrison@gmail.com
TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIEDS DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
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Moving & Storage
Appliances
Furniture
Misc. for Sale
FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance throughout 2010 Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
#1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 6YR old Washer & Dryer, Inglis & Kenmore, computerized model. Asking $150. 250-503-1111. IT’S Mr. Mike! Washer & dryer starting at $250. Stackers & front load, plus other stuff. 250-549-3781. KENMORE glass top range, 3yrs old, exc.cond. $450 obo. 250-545-5718. MAYTAG fridge freezer, 18.5cuft $300. Portable Biotech humidifier $50. 250-5583858.
AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses! BDRM set. 6pc Cherry sleigh, Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest, 2 night stands. New!! Still boxed. Worth $5000, Sell $1295 Can deliver. Call 250550-6647 HEAVY solid pine wood, light colored single bed frame $20. 250-275-0995. King bed $150. call 250-3086951 KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 PILLOWTOP mattress, box. Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647 Quality sofa & loveseat, excellent condition. $500 obo. Oak coffee table included. Call 250-545-8499 QUEEN size memory foam mattress. Brand New! Retail $1400 sell $495 250-550-6647 SOFA 3-PC Sectional W/ottoman. New In orig. pkg. Worth $1499, Must Sell $899 250550-6647 can deliver SOFA & love seat, like new, dark wine color with tapestry, back cushions, $450 obo for both! 250-503-0802
Double cement laundry tubs $50. Older 27” TV $25. Green swivel arm chair $25. 250-5452795 *FIREWORKS FOR SALE!* Blowout Sale! at Race Trac Gas Hwy 97N 12-7 pm everyday until Oct 31! FOAM insulation, 2x5-10/ bundle $15ea bundle. Call 250862-8682 Discount for large quantities. 1660 Cary Rd Hospital bed $100. Wood closet 32x66x21” $50. (250)545-2795 LAKE CITY PRINTERS Postcards, business cards, Flyers, envelopes, invoice books, Posters, book binding, invitations, Calendars, raffle tickets, Brochures, menu’s, memo pads & custom tabs. 260-1970 email: l a ke c i t y p r i n t e r s @ t e l u s. n e t web: lakecityprinters.com Medi-chair, blue, good cond. $500. 250-545-4592 Melmac dishes $10, Chest of drawers $30, Bureau $30, Humidifier $5, Raised toilet seat $5, (250)549-1632 MOVING SALE: DAILY UNTIL WE MOVE! Household furniture, carpet 51/2x71/2, outdoor furniture, Black & Decker cordless lawnmower, garden tools, roof racks, car top cargo carrier, table tennis table, utility trailer, table saw, household items, Christmas tree, decorations, craft items & on & on. Drop by to take a look every day, 3705 Pleasant Valley Rd. ph: 250-545-6375 to view Natural gas stove/heater. Pedestal cast iron style $300. Call 250-309-3763 NEED BUILDING PLANS
Rubbish Removal 250- 808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL. Full service Junk Removal & Bin Rentals. DUMPRUNZ Fast, courteous service, yard waste, household junk or ? 250-307-9449
Boarding Horse boarding in Armstrong, large paddocks, $100 month plus feed-307-0682. Horse Boarding, in N.BX, 5min from town, outdoor arena, pastures & large paddocks, $250 all included 250558-3565
Feed & Hay 70-bales of alfalfa grass mix, small square bales, no rain, $6.50/bale. 250-546-8314 800lb round bales, alfalfa grass, 1st crop, $60/bale. Grinrod. 250-309-1420. Hay for sale, $5.00/bale, (250)308-8546 HAY FOR SALE; Round bales $60 each, approx. 800lbs, delivery avail. on larger orders. 250-838-6630 *HAY SALES GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.
Pets
The Natural Choice Dog Salon
Dave Kendal Quality All Breed Dog Grooming Vet Recommended 260-2268 4210-25th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. Your Dog’s Natural Choice
END HOMELESSNESS & SUFFERING
Call the Animal Care Society @ (250) 542-7203 or email heather@vernonanimalcare. com for info about our lifesaving programs: • spay/neuter and emergency vet care financial assistance for low income owners • Feral cat trap/neuter/return • Spayed/neutered barn cat adoptions WE ARE NOT A SHELTER - WE HELP REDUCE THE NEED FOR A SHELTER (4) Persian cross kittens, unique markings, great temp. to responsible loving homes, $75. 250-260-8997 Adorable cuddly playful puppies, Lab/Collie cross with vet check and shots. $250 each. Please call 250-804-0603. Beautiful Havanese puppies, various colors, non-shedding, litter trained, great disposition, Call 250-832-4923 BICHON Friese X Jack Russel. $450 ea (1M & 1Fe). 1st shots. 250-765-4725 BULLMASTIFF X puppies, born Sept 13, 2010, $800. Phone (250)275-1248 Cuddly Cockapoo puppies, home raised, vet check, vacc. Ready Soon. (250)838-7477 Free to good home, 8wk old female kitten, call 250-2603951 German shepherd x rottweiler pups, 10wks old, 1st shots, vet checked, $350. 250-558-8995 PEKINGESE/PAPPILON male puppy. Really cute, beautiful markings $500. 250-503-5498 ROTTWEILER MALAMUTE X, huge, looks like a bear, $500. 250-503-5498.
Bicycles RENTAL Bike fleet sale. Prices from $150-$300, 1/2 price if new. Call 250-878-3587
Farm Equipment 30HP diesel New Holland Tractor, front end loader, 3 point hitch, rotovator, 2200hrs, (250)309-8129
Firearms AR 15 Mil Spec CQ-A1 .223 Carbine $749, Remington 597 VTR Tactical Camo $599, CZ 75B $719, CZ 75B Omega $699, Glock 17 $699, Glock 17 OD $699, Glock 17 Gen4 $749, Glock 22 Gen4 $749, Colt 2000 $649, Ruger Blackhawk $479. All at The Best Little Gunshop Around Weber & Markin 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel. 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat, 10-6
Fruit & Vegetables
RINGO-EN ORCHARDS 6831 Bella Vista Rd, Vernon
Ambrosia, Aurora, Spartan & Golden Apples Avail. by phone orders only
250-545-1610 Come in for your fresh fruit & vegetables. We are closing soon for the season
Thank You All! 5011 Bella Vista Rd. 545-0105
BURKE’S Season End Sale: bulk large Bartlett pears $0.50/lb. Italian prune plumbs $0.50/lb. Mac’s $0.40/lb & Empire/Gala apples $0.50/lb canning tomatoes/Roma’s 25lbs/$20, sweet & hot peppers,carrots.250-545-2093 Coldstream Apples. Ambrosia .50¢/lb. Aurora .50¢/lb. 7699 McClounie Rd Noon-5:30pm D’angou Pears .50¢/lb, Apples .35¢/lb, Maw’s Orchard, 250-546-3401, 250-309-2836
The Pumpkin Patch @ 642 St Annes Rd is open. October 1st. Dawn til Dusk. Pumpkin, Squash & Gourds. (250)546-6690
Garden Equipment 1992 Mastercraft 12.5hp lawntractor w/mower, snowblade, chains, rearbag $500. 250503-2177 Lawntractor 12.5hp s/b $500. Free p/up dead lawn/garden equipment. (250)260-5819 Model M John Deere, sickle mower, good cond $3500 (250)838-7592 Two lawntractors; case 16hp $1500. Sears 18hp $1000. Both automatic. 250-503-2177
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL Shipping Containers/Bridges Super Sale On NowNew/Used/Damaged. BEST PRICES. 20,’24,’40,’45,’48,53’.Insulated Reefer Containers 20’40’48’. Steel Bridges 20’,40’,48’,53’ CHEAP 40’ Farmers Specials all under $2,200! Semi Trailers for hiway & storage. We are Overstocked, Delivery BC & AB 1-866-528-7108 Call 24 hours. www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale
Six 8’ X 20’ Steel
SHIPPING CONTAINERS Available for $3,500 each.
Call 250-558-5368 Metal Mulisha, Bruce Lee, and UFC clothing for sale. Great prices and selection. Check it out at Another Level Automotive & Offroad on Pleasant Valley Road
778-475-5828
Jack & Jill bunk beds w/mattresses. $250 250-550-3029.
24’12’ Inground vinyl pool liner, good for landscaping. $1. 250-542-2560. (4) 235/55/R19 Toyo winter tires in good cond. Suitable for Buick Enclave or similar. New price over $1,500. Asking $500 OBO. 250-308-7134 4 BF Goodrich winter Slalom tires, 245/65/17 $400. Call Ryan 250-503-2292 AREA RUG 7’6”x5’2”, clean & good cond. only $40. 250-5424919. BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water filtration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544
Livestock
Livestock
Firewood/Fuel 3 cords Free Bucked fir Firewood. (250)558-0311 FIREWOOD Pine: Drycut & Split to 16” length. Shortbox p/u $70, Longbox p/u $85. We load. You haul. (250)545-6461 PREMIUM FIREWOOD 14yrs in business. Guaranteed dry, cut & Split. All species. Delivery 250-260-7932.
Furniture
LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:
250-938-0868
Misc. Wanted
SCRAP & BROKEN GOLD JEWELLERYGold/Silver coins top prices paid on the spot- Raven Traders, 2904 30th Ave. (250)549-4322 Wanted: Cash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556 Wanted: Mini metal lathe, approx. 7” swing. Call 250-3098839.
UPSCALE HOME & LOCATION
368 Marmot Court
7009 Pinto Place
• Awesome location, quiet cul-de-sac, great neighbours • Both lake views, care free yard, in law suite? • Immaculate 2800 sq. ft. 4 bdrm, 3 bath home • Crown mouldings, lots of new features • Spacious kitchen, lots of cupboards, beautiful bathrms
• Awesome private location, lake & valley views • Lg sundeck to take in all the views, lge rear patio • Unique 4 level split 2900 sq. ft. home • 5 bdrm, 3 bath, office, F/R, dble sided F/P • Open floor plan, whole home recently updated
$535,000 PHONE 250-503-7933 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92685 for pics & info
$479,000 PHONE 250-938-3324 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92677 for pics & info
LAKEVIEW home on 1/3acre backing onto greenspace and nature trails, workshop, raised beds and private backyard, $399,000. view photos on Kijiji Salmon Arm (250)832-2946
Acreage for Sale 2-SEPARATE parcels. East Vernon area. 250-260-3545. WHITEVALE/LUMBY. Ready to build on this 3 acres Flat, few trees, drilled well. Gas/hydro to driveway. Price $240,000 HST obo. 250547-6932.
BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME ON ACREAGE
Apt/Condos for Sale
Distressed Condos $3500 Down Payment $900 monthly payment Owner Financed Call 1-877-509-9009 www.DistressedCondos.ca O’KEEFE2 Team @ Century 21 Vernon
Business for Sale AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses!
For Sale By Owner 1.3 Acres of privacy. lakeview, owner financing, $190,000. WOW! 250-307-2558 4 BR, 2 bath home in Rutland. Split level with birch hardwood flooring on main. Updated kitchen counters, gas fireplace, hearth. Bright, open plan with decorative lighting. Private, fenced back yard with mature trees. U/G sprinklers and C/A. Quiet street with park, schools, recreation nearby. 250-765-3596 5-BDRM, 3-bath, on 5.5 acres in Enderby, New paint, flooring & appl, sheds & shelters for animals, Owner will finance & take property, mobile or RV as down payment. $489,000 250-309-1506 Quiet Neighbourhood 3bdrm, 2bath large lot, 6259 Quail Rd. $275,000. OPEN HOUSE Oct 16/17 1-4pm. Kristian 250503-4736
Misc. for Sale
Shop on line: www.briteland.com Awarded “Business of the Year”
250-545-8088
Janitorial Supplies Protocol K650 + K300 cleaners, degreasers, microfibre cloths, and buckets
BARK MULCH OR
EXCLUSIVE AREA
Musical Instruments “Amazing” Roland SPD-6 percussion pad, c/w amp. $250. 250-545-3658. Gerhard Heintzman Piano, $1200 obo. 250-503-8018 Upright solid wood Jones & Cross Piano, early 1900’s, exc cond $1100. 250-307-1612
PEARSON treadle harness stitcher, sews up to 1” in leather, $3800. 250-309-1420. Plywood storage boxes $5ea. Picture $10, Sheer drapes $50, floor scale $35, Honda generator $100,(250)549-1632 SIMPLY SATELLITE Shaw Direct Authorized Dealer Sales, Service & Installations New DSR630 PVR sale price.$375 250-558-7440 *STARCHOICE* Satellite T.V. Sales, installations & accessories. For best prices and service. Call 250-545-0012. Stitch N Time is closing. All stock 50% - 60% off! Must go by end of October. Call Kathy 250-558-0325 THE CASH STORE 3115 48th Ave. 250-260-1503 Mention this ad & get a free pre-paid mastercard Undercounter CD $75. U-pick 5”, 14” TV’s $15 & $20. Small appl. $10. Old crocks $5/ea. Clocks & Watches $5 & up. 250-549-7015. Wanted: 9x5 White Aluminum Window, Single pane ok. (250)308-2684 Washer & dryer. $175. Fridge.$200. Range. $125. All great working cond. Buy 1 or all. 250-308-9642. WESTLO Cadence EX14 treadmill. Excellent cond. $200. 250-545-2135. Whirlpool dryer space saver model, electronic control, new, never used $150. 250-5424919
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Just minutes from downtown Armstrong. Recently updated 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, detached 3 car garage, family room in walk out basement, main floor laundry and school bus stop at the end of the driveway. Plus much more! $595,000 See more pictures at bchomesforsale.com or call 250-546-3982 to see for yourself.
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BRAND NEW HOMES Foothills homes with suites Great quality, extra features 5% down, from $933 per mo. www.SilverRidgeVernon.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon 250-549-7258
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Brand new 2200 sq ft home. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Triple car garage. All appliances included. Close to schools, parks, lake.
250-558-4795 AWESOME VIEWS
7228 Lakeridge Place • Prestigious 2 yr. old 3295 sq. ft. modern home • 5 bdrm, 4.5 baths, in-law suite, separate entrance • Every attention to detail, unique crown mouldings, rope lighting • Open kitchen, granite counters, island, attached summer kitchen • Custom blinds & door blinds, hdwd. floors, jetted tub & more
$649,000 PHONE 250-503-7883 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92692 for pics & info
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******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576 3.69 Acres - 3bdrm Home Updated, 1000 sqft Shop with hoist, fenced for horses, 6177 Okanagan Avenue Vernon $690,000. Call Wade 250-5506364 House for Sale, ready to be moved. 936 sq. ft. w/new roof & windows. Built in 1974 sturdy. Location, Deep Creek Rd. Enderby area. Home 250804-0035, cell 250-804-6717
Lots Foothills View Lot. 82X130 1432 Red Mountain Place Level Entry Walkout Lot. $195,000 Will also build to suit. (250)309-1195/ 545-7176
BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca INVESTOR WANTED $60,000 at 10% secured by 1st mortgage on lakeview lot. Simple, clean, & risk free. 250-558-7888.
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NEW MANAGEMENT 4203 - 32nd Street, Vernon 1 bedroom suites FS, DW, AC, appliances and 24 hour access to pool and restaurant. Rents start at $695.00. Rent incentives and seniors discount. 250-260-1162 Best location for Great living
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One bedroom, $600.00 Hydro not incl. Wanting Quiet, clean living person. Adult Blding. No Pets/Parties or drugs. Res. Mgr on site. Call 250 558 5020. Available now. One small bach, $470.00 Hydro Incl. Wanting Quiet, clean living person. Good for male tenant. Adult Blding. No Pets/Parties or drugs. Res. Mgr on site. Call 250 558 5020. Available now.
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■ $550 to $650 1 or 2 Bedroom ■ Adult 40+ ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital
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250-558-9696 250-503-7315 Scenic Setting PICTURESQUE spectacular sunsets, garden walking Cozy 1 bedroom distance to all amenities. apartment, conveniently 1 bdrm garden painted, apt. located & freshly management. N/PExcellent $520/mo. Avail. Aug. 1
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MORRIS MANOR 2 bedroom corner suite and 1 bedroom available. Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre. Heat included. For more information call
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ALEXIS PARK MANOR • Bright 1 and 2 bdrms. • Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building
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CAPRI GARDEN ENDERBY RENTALS
1&2bdrm, adult building, F/S, N/P, near Schubert, heat incl. $650-$750. 250-260-8454
1bdrm & 2bdrm $650-$800. No dogs, no drugs. (250)2601630
Call to view 250-308-6801
Bright and clean 1 bedroom apartment for rent. $800/mth including all utilities, parking, and use of washer and dryers. Centrally located at 4007 - 27th Street, Vernon. Available ASAP. N/S, N/P. Call 250-549-8109 to view.
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*Apartments * Duplexes * Main Floors * Suites *
2 bdrm 1 bath downtown condo $850+util 205-3700 28A St Incl FR ST Avail now 2 bdrm 1 bath Foothills suite 6720 Foothills Dr $750+util Incl Fr St Avail November 2 bdrm 1 bath updated townhouse $875+util 4200 Alexis Park Dr Incl FR, ST, DW, W/D Avail Now 2 bed 1 bath rural home Pets considered $900+util 6980 PV Road Incl Fr St Wa Dr avail now 1+ bdrm 1 bath furnished Adventure Bay condo $825+util 26-8800 Advent. Bay Rd Avail mid Oct 2 bdrm 1 bath 55+ West Vernon condo $745+util 109-3701 27 Ave Incl FSDWWD Avail Nov 2 bdrm 2 bath townhouse $1150 + util 206-301 Browne Road Incl FR ST DW avail Nov 3 bdrm 1.5 bath downtown duplex $975+util 3600 Centennial Drive Incl appl Avail now 3 bdrm 1 bath upper duplex $1050+util 3408 21 Ave incl Fr St Available now 2 bdrm 1 bath downtown townhouse $750+util 3413 Okanagan Ave incl applicances
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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Apt/Condo for Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent
1bdrm apt in secured building, newly renovated, $750. Oct.15. Sharon 250-309-7426. 1bdrm loft Apt, adults, excellent cond. lots of space w/view, W/D, NP, NS, $650. Call to view 250-309-0121 1BED, large 1 bed w/den and bachelor available in well managed & secure building. Incl heat, hot water, parking, locker and cable tv (value $60). Apts are clean and tidy with balconies and located on bus line & within walking distance to downtown. Starting at $560 n/s, n/p, 40+ 250 550 4069. 2BD, 2bath, downtown, d/w, a/c, laundry, deck, built within last 18mo. n/s, $900/mo. +util. avail. Oct 1 250-540-4488 2bdrm 2bath, top floor, corner, #406-3609 30-Ave. NP/NS, seniors bldg, reno’d, avail. Oct 31, $950. Dave 250-275-347 250-275-3477 2BDRM apt. near d/town + Schubert Ctr. hardwood floors, f/s, laundry in bldg. NP or parties, $700/mo incl. heat & hot water. Call 250-308-8500 2BDRM, totally reno’d condo, close to downtown, $850/mo. R.R. 250-804-6854. 2 Bed / 2 Bath / NS / Small Pets OK / $950 / Available 1st Nov / 250-307-5712 3bdrm, Alexis Park, spacious, reno’d, NS, avail.now, reduced $1100 +hydro. 250-307-0775 4 units for rent 1-4 beds 550.00 - 1250.00. Check out at www.arttales.ca or call Sean @ 250-306-0959 for details.
Harwood area, 2bdrm 1bath, level entry apt. style townhouse, very good cond. end unit, adult bldg, NP/NS, $810 +util. Drive by #6-1900 46 Ave. avail. Nov1.Don 250-558-8762 INSTALOANS #101 2411 Hwy 6. 250-2604650. Mention this add & get a free prepaid MasterCard. LARGE 1bdrm $730. 1bdrm +den $815. F/S, DW, AC, balcony, NP/NS, clean, centrally located, on-site managers, quiet building, (250)545-5773, 250-550-0243
Adults 45+, 2bdrm, 2bath, central location, $750 +util. 1st week FREE. 250-558-8261. Also, 2bdrm, 2bath, downtown location, newly reno’d. $775 +util. 1st week FREE. 250-549-0644.
1 & 2 bdrm, 1bdrm fully reno’d, 2bdrm on top floor w/great view, cable incl., very spacious & bright, n/p, n/s, ref checked, mature adult building. Avail immed. 250-545-8985
BACHELOR suite with balcony, furnished or unfurnished, avail. immed. (250)306-2727 CALL ABOUT OUR RENT INCENTIVE Century Manor & Embers, 1 & 2 bdrm, N/P N/S, near Schubert Centre, close to downtown, well maintained, clean, Seniors. 250-275-8066 ENDERBY 1 & 2bdrm apartment, a/c, N/S, N/P, no parties. 250-308-9299 FALKLAND, 2 bdrm. apart. available now, $850 per mo. 1/2 mo. dd. inc. utilities. call 250-379-2848. Golfside Estates beautiful 2bdrm, 2-bath condo, located next to a stream & golf course. incl w/d, f/s, d/w, freezer, $1300/mo, (250)306-4240, 250-549-1788 LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788
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Renovated town homes with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable living. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
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GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong
Seniors 55+ 1 bedroom Apartment 660 sq. ft. Walk to downtown $ 700 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
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Apartment Furnished Spacious 2BR extra rm on ground flr. Laundry, storage, fenced yrd, priv drive. $900 utilities incl. No smoking. Pets considered. dmenelson@hotmail.com or 604-787-8537
Commercial/ Industrial
Retail/Office space
Excellent Downtown Location Various sizes to choose from Call Dawn Taylor 250-309-4092 VERNON Commercial/Industrial/Office space in North End. 2038’ for $1375/mo and 2160’ for $1463/mo. Overhead doors and loading dock access. Call Ray Stafford 250-549-0198 1700SQFT office space for lease. 250-558-1166. WAREHOUSE, office, shop, retail, wholesale, very good rate. 250-314-7225, 250-5504178.
Duplex / 4 Plex 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath
for rent. Lower suite, newly painted, bright adult building. Great Parking. N/S, N/P, $700/month + 1/3 hydro.
250-549-0665
1/2-Duplex w/3 Large bedrooms, 1.5-bath, 4appl, beautiful deck, fenced yard, garden space, close to schools, shopping & bus, $950/mo, Avail Dec 1 (250)306-5009 2BDRM, avail. now, $950/mo. W/D, F/S, UTIL/INCL. NO PETS, 250-306-6996 2bdrm, lower East Hill, FP, no smokers, no pets please, $850. 250-549-8424. 2bdrm Mission Hill, $900/mo UTIL/INCL avail. now or Nov 1 W/D, NS/NP, 250-306-6996 2BDRM suite in 4plex, level entry, newly reno’d, close to Multiplex. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P. Avail. Oct 15. $900/mo. +util. 250-545-4461 250-503-7296 2nd Storey duplex in modern heritage, 1000sqft., 2bdrm, all appl., sat tv, claw foot tub, shower, 2balconies, centrally located in Enderby, avail. Dec 1st, $875/mo. + util. (250)8389392 or (250)308-7580 3bd, 2 level, 4-appl. deck, balcony, fenced yard, ns/np/ref’s, storage $950. 250-545-6619 3-bdrm, 1/2duplex, Coldstream, n/p, n/s, f/s, $875/mo, after 6pm (250)542-9734 3BDRM, LR, recrm, 2bath, garden, laundry, fenced yard, $1200. 250-550-5656.
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FORECLOSURES MLS® HOMES WITH SUITES MLS®
JASON ZECCHEL CLASSIFIEDS Summerwind Estates #10 OPEN HOUSE TODAY 12 NOON
3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Custom kitchen, garage 1056 MT. BEGBIE DRIVE Detached end unit, 1776 sqft Court ordered sale. $325K View at www.zecchel.ca Inspiring 3 level lakeview retreat with in-law suite. Hardwood flooring, in-floor Unparalleled 3+ bedroom home with striking city & tile heated kitchen & bath. valley views. 3 sided fireplace, soaker tub, hardwoods, 2007 built on 0.44 acres 1400 sqft finished plus bonus 1400 sqft down. Court ordered sale. $370K View at www.zecchel.ca MLS®10010053
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2500 sqft extended family home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathsrooms with nanny or 2 bedroom suite already set up. Private yard, wrap around deck. Call 250-550-7253. 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom on valuable triplex lot. 2 bedroom suite down in desirable lower East Hill, Harwood. $314K View at www.zecchel.ca
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Buying, Selling? Mobile Homes & Pads 2-bdrm mobile on acreage in Falkland, no parties/dogs, DD & Ref $600/mo.Avail immed., (250)379-2986
Homes for Rent VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon HOMES FOR RENT THE ROCK Near new 3 bdrm townhome, great location & view, hardwood floors, 5 appliances, central air, family welcome. Available immediately. $1300/mo. + H2O. Sorry, NS, NP. DESERT COVE Executive 3 bdrm home, near new, 5 appliances, close to golfing, dble garage. Available November 1 $1250/mo. Sorry, NS, NP. GILES DRIVE 1 bdrm suite, daylight, above ground, covered parking, hot tub, private. Available November 1 $700/mo. Sorry, NS, NP.
SEASONAL OK LAKE 4 bdrm home, adult oriented, dock, fully furnished, great spot on the lake. Large deck and patio. Available Now - June $1200/mo. Sorry, NS, NP. ADVENTURE BAY 1 bdrm studio on waterfront, great hideaway. Available Now - June 30. $700/mo. + util. Sorry, NS, NP. BROOKS LANE 2 + 2 bdrm, 2 bath, furnished, lakefront home. F.S., W.D., great yard & beach. Available Now - June 30. $1200/mo. + util. Sorry, NS, NP.
250-542-5580 1200sqft. 2-bdrm in orchard, close to town, Avail Nov 1st, & $1050/mo incl Hydro, N/P, N/S, R.R. (250)540-1011 2BDRM, 1bath, close to bus stop, $900 util/incl. (250)5490555, 1-250-462-0443. 2-BDRM, 2-bath, Main Floor, great view, Foothills area, $1100 incl/util, (250)558-9993
Homes for Rent
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250-309-1742 • 1 room bachelor suite, shared washroom. $550, utilities incl. • 2 bdrm basement suite, Mission Hill. Util. incl, F&S, W&D, big living room. $900 • 2 bdrm in Mountainview Apts. City centre location, F&S, W&D, reno’d. $850 • 3 bdrm townhome, 2½ bath, great condition, Harwood. NP, NS. $1,100 • 2 bdrm older home, by hospital, 900 sqft. gas stove, F, W&D. $900 • 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo in Lake Country. Top floor unit, newer bldg, outdoor pool. F&S, W&D, DW. $1.095
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Duplex / 4 Plex 3-bdrm, 39th Street, 1-bath, laundry h/u, central air, 4appl, small pet ok, $1150 +util, R.R., Avail imm, (250)545-6962 4BDRM, +den, 2 full baths, fenced yard, DW, WD, near Fulton, cul-de-sac, single garage, NS/NP, $1400/mo +util. 250-503-7273, 250-308-1148. Avail. immed. 3bdrm, 1.5bath suite, close to downtown, NS/NP, $1000/mo incl.heat. 250-542-1210. Avail Immed, 3-bdrm, 1-bath, cat ok, n/s, $925/mo + util, South Vernon (250)558-0969 Avail Nov 1, 2bdrm, 1bath, W/D h/u, close to town, duplex, 2-parking spots, NP/NS. $975/mo +util. 250307-4883 Nicole AWESOME Easthill location, 2bdrm upper unit of 1/2 duplex. $1000 incl/util & laundry 250-549-0194 Brand new 3bdrm, 2bath, f/s, n/s, n/p, dbl garage, walking distance to town, $1250/mo. incl/util. 250-545-6181 BRIGHT spacious, renovated, 2-bdrm, mainfloor suite, n/s, n/p, $950/mo incl/util, 250306-4088. LARGE, 2bdrm, ground level in fourplex, adult oriented, n/s, cat neg, close to Kin Beach, $805, 838-9657 LARGE quiet 2bdrm, w/d h/u, walk to town, hardwood, no dogs, R.R. $895 util/incl. 250308-9028, 250-542-4310. MISSION Hill nice 2bdrm +den, w/view, parking, w/d, n/p, n/s, $1000 +util. avail. immed. 250-503-0946 SUITE in 4Plex, Vernon, avail. Oct 15. 2bdrm, den, a/c, newly painted, F/S, w/d hookups. parking, storage shed $850 + hydro. 250-547-6060.
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• 2 bdrm upper suite of house, Lower Mission Hill, utilities incl. walking distance from all amenities. Newer flooring. $900 • 3 bdrm ½ side of duplex 1½ bath, new flring & paint. F&S, W&D. $1,000 • 3 bdrm large upper suite, Alexis Park, 5 appl., wraparound sundeck, garage storage neg. $1,300 • 3 bdrm newer townhome in The Rock (Bella Vista). 2½ bath, all 5 appl, nice finishing, hardwood flring, double long gar. $1,300 • 4 bdrm, 2½ bath home in Bella Vista. 5 appl., extra F&S in downstairs suite. Deck, single gar. $1,350 • 4 bdrm home in Fintry (Westside). 1½ bath, large deck, F&S, W&D optional. $1,000 • 5 bdrm newly built home in Foothills. All 5 appl. both up & down, 4 full baths, dble garage, 2 living rms. 2 bdrms down, fully contained suite. Great views. $2,400
2bdrm, fenced yard, garage, F/S, W/D, downtown Vernon, $1095/mo +util, pets negot. 250-215-0367, 250-546-9393. 2-bdrm house, 900sqft. no bsmt, North/BX, $800/mo + util, (250)545-1780 2BDRM log cabin furnished, 11km east of Lumby on ranch setting elec/wood heating, hydro, tel, fridge, stove, R.R. Rent $600/D.D. $300 avail Oct-end of March 2011. 250547-9060. 3/4bdrm house w/pool, 3.5bath, Middleton, appl. np/ns $1600 +util 250-3094657 3bdrm, Coldstream, 180° view Kal Lake, $1250 + 60% util.shared laundry, n/p,avail Nov.1 250-869- 9788 or 4bdrm Coldstream, 2 kitchens, 180° view Kal Lake, $1900 + util, np, avail Nov1. 250-869-9788 3bdrm, +den, Kal lakefront, furn. N/S. $1500 +util, avail now. Ref req., 250-540-5586 3bdrm East Hill home, 4207 13 St. $1350/mo. avail. Oct 15, np, ns, (250)503-4544 3bdrm house 25x35 shop, fenced yard, pets neg. $1500 avail. Nov 1. 250-938-0062 4BDRM house, 50+, $1700/mo. +util. avail Imm. 250-938-2612 ARMSTRONG, small 2bdrm house, $900/mo incl.hydro, avail Nov 1. 250-546-9151. Avail Immed, 4-bd, 3-bath, Executive Lakeside Home, Parker Cove, $1550 (403)620-7355 Avail Immed, 4-bdrm, 2-bath media room, close to town, Elementary & Secondary School, F/S, W/D, D/W, $1800+util (250)309-4008 Coldstream Estates 2300sqft, 3bdrm up, lower level walkout bsmn’t w/2bdrm inlaw suite, 2decks, beautiful view, $1800 NS/NP. 250-260-3630.
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Suites, Lower
Suites, Lower
Beautiful 2-bdrm, log house w/carport on large view lot in country setting, f/s, w/d, nonsmoking, mature only, pets neg, $1000/mo Avail Nov1, Falkland (250)379-2533
Professional Office Professional Office Professional Office. Recently renovated professional office space available downtown Vernon. Over 2000 sq ft. Divided into 5 separate offices, Meeting Room, supply room,IT room Amazing space for Doctors, Physios, Lawyers, Accountants, Hair stylists,etc.Name your lease rate, we are listening. E -Mail gphare@shaw.ca
HWY.6 Mini Storage.4 sizes indoor units. Outdoor fenced compound. Check our prices. 1-888-547-2090. Large intown fenced storage compound, suitable for tracotrs & 48’ trailers or B-train, take all or part, eg. 10’x50’ $100/mo. 250-558-8667 Outside storage for RV, Boat, Auto, in fenced compound. $45/mo, upto 30’ or $450/year. BX area. 250-545-8883.
2bdrm Middleton above ground, lakeview, n/s, no parties $725.Oct15 250-545-4665 2bdrm ns, np, 3610 20 Cres. $800 +util. 2bdrm, ns in/out, np, $750, both avail. Nov 1. 250-542-3981, 250-838-9394 5bdrm, 1.5 bath, Large Yard, Available Now, 1200/m. +Util, 5 Apps, 604-741-4196 Adorable 2bdrm suite East Hill, quiet street, avail. Nov 1. Lovely colours, 5-appl., cable & WIFI, off street prkg, attentive landlords, no smokers pls. RR, $900 incl/util. Call 250545-0117, 250-545-9019 ARMSTRONG 1bdrm suite newly reno’d, $600 incl. basic util. + shared laundry. Suits quiet single, N/P N/S, Ref’s. Avail Nov.1 (250)546-9919 Beautiful 1bdrm walkout, w/d, d/w, satellite tv, internet, $500 util/incl, no partiers, Westside Rd. (250)542-4047 Bright, open 1bdrm. Sep. entrance & parking. NS/NP, $800 incl utilities & cable + $400 DD. Nov 1, 250-309-7267
Bright 2 bedroom upper suite of house available Nov 1. $1000/month plus half utilities. DD $500. Renovated with new bathroom, bamboo flooring and built-in wall unit. Washer/ dryer in suite. No Pets. Call 250-591-6788 COLDSTREAM 2 bd bsmt, 1200 sq.ft, reno’d, bright open lay-out, private ground level entry, valley/lake view, w/d, f/p, n/s,n/p. $1000 all incl. possession flexible 778-475-1896 EASTHILL, 1bdrm, own driveway/entry, $750incl.hydro, gas & cable. Avail Oct 27. Lv msg 250-542-6795 will be in town Oct. 27 to reply to your msg’s East Hill, 3bdrm w/laundry, $1100 pm incl util & cable, avail Nov.1. 250-212-0848. EASTHILL, adult oriented, bright, 1bdrm walkout, f/p, w/d, appl. pri.ent NS/NP. $675/mo. 250-542-2719, 250-938-1101 Immaculate 2bdrm, f/s, w/d, a/c,Alexis Park, n/s, private ent., avail immed, $895pm + shared util, 250-545-1229.
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COLDSTREAM 2 BDRM, Avail Nov 1. beautiful private setting, 6 appl, g/f, hardwood floors, immac, n/s. pets neg., $1300 + utils. Avail. furnished. 250-545-5732 Cozy Bachelor cottage, Nov1, 1min walk to Paddlewheel Park, single person, no pets, $625, incl/util, (250)542-2656 Easthill 3bdrm upper floor, 5-appl. adult oriented, NP, NS, $1250 incl/util. 250-558-0474 EASTHILL upper, new paint, lamin, 2bdrm, 1bath, lrg deck, 5appl, NS/NP, $950/shared util. Nov 1. 250-306-3466. In Bella Vista, 4bdrm, 2.5bath, garage, F/S, NP, NS, avail. Oct 1. $1500. 250-838-9657 LONG term lease for executive couple. Lakefront home at Parker Cove. 3bdrm, 2.5bath, garage, all appl. NS. Reference for small pet considered. Rent neg. w/lease. Jeneen 250-550-4993 Lumby 2.5bdrm, gas heating, close to schools, $950/mo. call 250-768-0875 after 6pm NEED Cash Now? Cash Factory Loans offers payday loans up to $800 using employment, CTB, EI or Pension, or collateral loans up to $10,000 using almost any vehicle! #6-2601 Hwy 6 across from Tim Hortons or 250-503-1010 New Home 4bdrm on acreage, 5min from Falkland, $1400 (250)379-2774, 250-938-1124 Nov. 1, rural Armstrong, v. clean 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appl, lovely fenced yd, horse/ pasture, sm dog ok NS $1100.00 (250)546-2462 OK Landing lakeshore house, 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, garage, dock w/lift, pets neg, ns, $2300 incl heat, light. 604980-5051 OKL area, updated 3bdrm +den, 2bath, lakeview home, walking to distance to school, W/D, NS/NP, $1300/mo +util. Avail Nov 1. 250-260-3811. Reno’d 3br, 3bath near Kin Beach on bus route, NS, pets neg.$1500 +util. 250-308-9519 VERNON, 3bdrm, 1bath, garage, W/D, gas stove/F, DW, $1200/mo +DD. NS/NP, R.R. Avail Oct 1. 250-549-0908.
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1bdrm & 2bdrm motel room, weekly or monthly. Avail now. Nice & clean. 250-545-2221.
RV Pads OYAMA area. RV site rental, long-term. Lake views. RV storage. 250-869-8505
Senior Assisted Living Immediate Vacancy for Senior /24hr care, high caliber care, 35 years exp. 250-503-3851
Shared Accommodation 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450/mo. incl.util. N/P, furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 1bdrm TV rm, own bathroom, shar. kitchen/laundry on 5acre, $500 incl/util. avail.now, horse board avail. 250-306-9110 1 ROOM for rent to responsible adult, furnished, close to town, parking, $500 util/ cable/internet incl. no drugs. Avail. immed. (250)306-3169 OR 250-275-3421 Avail. Nov 1, beautiful lakeview room w/priv. bath, laundry & shared kitchen, ns, $500 util/incl. 250-558-0638 Furn. room in large house, $450/mo incl/util, Suits mature prof./student (250)503-8018 Room-mate wanted, 2-bdrm apart, near Safeway Downtown. $400 incl hot water & basic cable. Must be 50+ (250)558-1012 after 5pm WANTED: Female roommate to share 2bdrm condo w/2bathrooms. DW, WD, AC. Vernon $425/mo +hydro. Avail immed. 250-938-5409 Marina.
Storage BOAT & RV Storage, inclosed open compound. Phone 250-542-0041 BOAT & RV STORAGE Large indoor facility, secure & dry, best rates, drive a littlesave alot.(250)558-3797 Covered storage for Boat or RV. $70/mo (250)546-3452
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1200sqft, 1bdrm suite +den, stunning OK lakeview, fully furnished; towels & bedding, priv.entrance/laundry, util/incl. security system, $1200/mo. NS. 250-545-3465 1,2,3-bdrm, Available Immediately, Furnished, (250)5401775 1bdrm, 1bath, laundry, sep.entry, $650/mo util/incl. NS/NP. Avail imm. 250-549-3781. 1bdrm,above ground, Coldstream,n/p, 180° view Kal Lk. $850 + 40% util. Shrd lndry, avail, Nov 1. 250-869-9788. 1-bdrm, brand new, above ground, laundry, quiet area, Easthill, a/c, $800+util, Avail now (250)308-6374 1bdrm, daylight, quiet setting, Avail imm, full bath w/tub & shower, util/incl, laundry privileges, $700 +DD, NS/NP. 250545-5141, 250-549-0291. 1bdrm +den, carport, laundry, yard, view, $675 leave msg. avail. Nov 1. 250-542-9535 1bdrm +den walkout util/incl. NS, NP, ref’s, $750/mo. avail. Nov 1. 250-503-2356 1 BDRM ground level, new, must see, laminate floor. Great kitchen with d/w. Parking space. Shared laundry. Incl. util, cable, w/l internet. N/S, N/P $750 avail Nov 1 250-2603582 1-bdrm in family home, suits student/working individual, incl 5-appl & all util, must have Ref. close to Downtown, no parties, n/p, n/s please $700/mo (250)549-1126 eves. 1BDRM, newly reno’d, semifurnished, NS/NP, $750 util & cable incl Nov 1 250-309-6340 1bdrm, sep. entry, ground level, nice & clean, avail imm. $650 incl/util. NP. 250-3095675, 250-549-3689. 2BDRM, 1bath, NS/NP, $750/mo util/incl. No laundry. Avail now. 250-542-6620, 250260-8650. 2bdrm, brand new, NS/NP, $800/mo incl/util. Coldstream 778-475-4657 2bdrm bsmn’t 1bath, 1200sqft, sep.laundry, $800/mo. Avail Imm. 250-307-6210. 2bdrm, Lumby, all util/incl, NP, $650/mo. Avail imm, 250-5479689.
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3 bdrm 2 bath Coldstream lakeview home $1575+util 13680 Kickwillie Incl Fr St Avail Oct 3+ bdrm 2 bath Coldstream Home w pool $1700+util 7504 Holtam Dr Incl appl avail Nov 3+ bdrm 2.5 bath East Hill home $1475+util 3801 12th Street Incl Fr St Avail mid Sept 3 bdrm + Den Coldstream Valley home $1550+util 6872 Learmouth Rd Avail November 2 bdrm 2.5 bath renovated home $1450+util 2744 Alvaston Place Five appl included Avail now 2 bdrm 1 bath renovated Harwood house $1175 + util 1608 43rd Ave Incl Fr St Avail Sept 2 bdrm 1 bath renovated home $1000+util 1806 31 St near hospital 4 appl incl Avail Sept 2 bdrm 1 bath rural farm home Armstrong $900+util 5004 Hullcar Rd Inc Fr St Avail October 3+ bdrm 3 bath furnished exec home $1800+util 9725 Cameron Road Incl appl Now thru June 3 bdrm 2 bath furnished lakeshore $1500 incl util 13412 Westkal Road Incl appl Avail Oct-April 3 bdrm 2 bath home with garage $1100+util 3701 27th St. incl appliances Avail now 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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AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY • ENDERBY HOUSE – Looking for a gardener for this beautifully landscaped home on quiet street in Enderby. Includes heated work shop, large screened in patio, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, air conditioning, gas fireplace, RV Parking, with large living and family rooms. RENT: $1,100.00 per month plus utilities • TRONSON ROAD HOUSE – This house boasts beautiful views of Okanagan Lake and has a wonderful interior. Large master bedroom with ensuite, bright kitchen, sun room and exterior patio. Lovely landscaping and fruit trees too. This house can be one whole house or two contained units RENT: $1,800.00 for the whole house $1,300.00 for the Upper suite $600.00 for the Basement suite • MAGNIFICENT VIEWS FROM THIS LUXURIOUS TWO BEDROOM PLUS DEN CONDO - Located in Mandalay Bay on Okanagan Landing Road. This suite boasts high end appliances, hard wood floors, and a large deck overlooking Okanagan Lake. Pool, hot tub, exercise facilities, and underground parking are included with this luxury suite. RENT: $1,300.00 per month plus utilities. One year lease required. • FULLY FURNISHED LUXURY CONDO – Located at Mandalay Bay on Okanagan Landing Road, this suite is move in ready. Rent includes access to pool, hot tub, exercise facility and underground parking. RENT: $1,300.00 per month plus utilities. One year lease required. • TWO BEDROOM SUITE - Recently updated two bedroom upper suite with large bedrooms, full bath, F/S, D/W, W/D, and large fenced yard. RENT: $1,100.00 including utilities
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Large daylight suite on Deep Creek Rd. for rent. Avail Immed, $750, (250)832-7875 MIDDLETON 1 bdrm + Den Suite Utilities included (Cable & Wireless) No Pets No Smoking Avail Nov 1 $750 250-5033812 Modern 2-bdrm suite, desirable Easthill, n/s in or out, no pets, $800+util Avail Sept 1 (250)558-5660 New 1bdrm, F/S, single person, Avail immed. NS, NP, $575 util/incl. 250-542-6598 NEW 1bdrm suite on Middleton. $850/mo incl/util, new fridge, stove, stackable washer/dryer. NS/NP. Avail imm vernon4321@gmail.com Newer 2bdrm bsmn’t suite, clean, n/p, no-smokers, for quiet person, level entry, 39th Ave. Nov1, 250-545-5841 Newer 2bdrm daylight suite, own laundry, sep/entry, storage, 10min walk to Kal beach, NS, no pets, cable & wireless internet incl. Ref’s, $1000/mo. avail. Nov 1/10. 250-545-2592 Private 1 bedroom suite with great view. $620/month incl utilities. No smoking/pets. Damage deposit plus references required. 250-938-0048 Spacious daylight, 2bdrm avail Nov 1, close to mall, $750/mo + 1/2util & DD. 250-545-9415. UPSCALE FURNISHED Executive 1-bdrm, suitable for single person, private entrance, view, off street parking, extras. n/s, n/p, DD, $850 incl util, long & short stay. (250)558-0374
2-bdrm, central location, carport, sep laundry.,avail Nov 1. $1100/mo NS. 250-545-1072.
Suites, Upper
2BDRM, F/S, W/D, DW, NS /NP, close to downtown, Clean $1000 incl/util. 250-309-4524 3BD, 2bath, upper floor, f.p, 5-appl. cul-de-sac, $1200/mo. 250-306-0046 3bdrm $1100 +util. laundry incl ns/in, np, avail. immed. 250-542-3981, 250-838-9394
NICE 3BDRM SUITE, on 4.5 acres, very private, fenced & maintained yard, all util/incl. N/S. Avail. Nov 1 250-503-1626 leave message.
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1992 Ford Ranger, 2WD, 4L, $2000 obo (250)546-8999 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, fully loaded, AWD, mint cond. leather, asking $2300 obo. 250-306-6554 1997 F150 4x4, 4.6L, L-Box, ex/cab, $3750 OBO (250)3171115 1997 VW 1 Ton diesel cargo van, good cond. Armstrong (250)309-8129 2000 Dodge Caravan. $2,000. obo. 250-550-3003 Amanda. 2000 Dodge Dakota 4x4, c/w matching canopy, 240k, new tires, transmission, well maintained, $5500. 250-546-3269. 2002 Pontiac Montana Ext. V6, 3.2L, winter tires incl, 142K, $3500 (250)260-1734 2004 Chevy P/U ext. cab 4dr 4x4 auto 4.8L engine, 183kms, $7900. 250-308-6951 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE Duramax, diesel, 4x4, crew cab, short box, excellent cond. $19,000. Days 250-503-1311, Eves 250-558-7882 BEST VALUE! 98 Chev Ext Cab RWD 4.3 5spd with Tall Canopy, stereo, good rubber. Well maint & good fuel economy. $3800 250-545-8031 WANTED: 1999-2007 Ford Super Duty Pickups, whole or parts, running or not. 250-5460994.
2006 Black Ford Focus stationwagon, heated seats,a/c, one owner, 142,000k, Asking $5,999. 250-308-1888
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1987 Honda CRX, 277K, 5spd, runs excellent, recent detail, body fair, $1500 obo (250)558-1432
2BDRM, 1.5bath, carport, yard, NS $775/mo + DD. 250558-1103.
1989 Volvo 740 Sedan, 5spd, 327kms, reliable winter car $1100. 250-558-778
3bdrm townhouse 1.5bath, new kitchen & flooring, freshly painted, 2313 36 St. walking distance to town, avail. Oct 31. $950/mo. 250-558-5053.
2002 Toyota Corolla, 4dr, 4cyl, auto, air cond. 250-260-0745. 2003 Toyota Matrix XR, 4x4, auto w/air, $7975, 2007 Toyota Yaris CE, 2dr, hatchback, 5spd, $7475, 2006 Pontiac Vibe, auto, loaded $9975, Govn’t Inspected rebuilt vehicles. Lego Auto Sales, Vernon. 250-260-4415.
Antiques / Classics 1956 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer, 4dr hardtop, needs restoration, $2500 obo. 250832-5523.
2003 VW Golf GTI $7500. (250)308-6951
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13’ Trillium camper, kept indoors for 13yrs, F/S, furnace all in working order. $4700. 250-832-5523. 1999 Coleman Tent Trailer, exc/cond, $3500 OBO (250)306-5009 2005 21’ Rockwood trailer w/slide, new tires, every option, sleeps 4, as new $12,900. 250-542-0285. Hunters Special; 1980 Travelmate 8’ camper, f/s, furn., hyd. jacks $1000. 250-542-8463
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Sport Utility Vehicle 1990 Suzuki Tracker, 5spd, 4x4, $2950. 250-308-6951 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9L V8 4x4, fully loaded, leather seats, black, 162kms, $6000 obo. 250-574-4879 1999 Mercedes ML 320, SUV, fully loaded, leather, looks & runs great, $8800. 250-5038888 2000 Landrover Discovery 2, 4WD, fully loaded, dual sunroof, 161k, looks & runs great, $8200. (250)308-0793 2002 Grand Jeep Cherokee Laredo, loaded 4x4 140k good cond. $8500, 250-545-1171
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Townhouses
4 185/75 studded winter tires, tires only. $100. 250-8382553.
Cars - Domestic 1997 Ford Escort EL Wagon, Dependable, great gas mileage, Pioneer CD,A/C, only 182,000 kms, winter tires, new fuel pump, $1900 OBO,250545-3092 or 250-309-9107.
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2005 Vehicle Tow Dolly, exc/cond, $1200obo call Lloyd (250)503-1602 TRAILERS All types, all sizing, excellent pricing. Pleasant Valley Trailers, Vernon. (250)545-2000
1ST Class Mystique Escorts. Gorgeous Ladies & Men of all ages to suit every need. 24/7 out calls. Quick arrival time reasonable rates. 860-6778 (Kelowna), (250) 558-5500 (Vernon). NOW HIRING. www.mystiqueescorts.ca
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Legal Notices OKANAGAN COURT BAILIFFS INC. offers for sale by sealed tender, interest of the goods of the following Debtor, Invermere Contracting Ltd., which are purported to be: 2007 20’ H&H Tandem Axle Flatdeck Trailer with 5’ Bobtail and 5’ ramps VIN: 4J6HD25277B096771. As this is a court bailiff sale, buyer’s premium is not applicable. Sealed offers, marked “INVERMEREâ€? will be received at the Court Bailiff’s ofďŹ ce, located at 3120 - 30th Avenue, Vernon, B.C., up to and including 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 25, 2010. For further information and terms of sale see www. interiorbailiffs.com, Court Bailiffs - Area 8.
Escorts
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Legal Notices
DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM REQUEST FOR TENDER RFT-PW10-01 One (1) 2011 Diesel Tandem Axle Dump Truck The District of Coldstream is requesting tender submissions for the supply and delivery of one (1) 2011 Diesel Tandem Axle Dump Truck. The Request for Tender documents are available for download on the District of Coldstream website at www.districtofcoldstream.ca or can be picked up Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm at the Coldstream Municipal Of¿ce located at 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC. For additional information, please call Public Works at 550-1505. Sealed Tenders will be received no later than 2:00 P.M. local time, Thursday, October 28, 2010.
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City of Vernon 2011 HIRED EQUIPMENT PRE-QUALIFICATION OPS-10-91 The City of Vernon invites submission from qualiďŹ ed Contractors to be included on a prequaliďŹ ed list for Hired Equipment. Submissions shall be marked “2011 / Hired Equipment PreQualiďŹ cationâ€? and will be received at the ofďŹ ce of the Purchasing Agent – Operation Services OfďŹ ce, 1900 – 48th Avenue, Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Y7, up to and including 2:00 p.m., local time, Friday, October 29 for: 2011 - Winter snow removal / hauling services 2011 - Summer excavating / hauling services Forms may be obtained from the City of Vernon website at www.vernon.ca or pick up from the ofďŹ ce of the Purchasing Agent. The City of Vernon reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to pre-qualify a limited number or none of the Contractors applying. Although the City of Vernon may pre-qualify Contractors at this time, we accept applications throughout the year in case of emergencies or for back up should we require any other equipment. All inquiries should be directed to pagent@vernon.ca
NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. bcgmcdealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is abrand of General Motors of Canada.*Offers apply to the purchase of a 2010 GMC Sierra Crew 4WD (R7A), Sierra SL Ext 2WD (R7B) equipped as described. See your participating GM dealers for conditions and details. Freight included ($1,350). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Offers apply to the purchase of 2010 new or demonstrator models, dealer order or trade may be necessary, and applies only to qualified retail customers in British Columbia. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers.††$10,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on 2010 Sierra 2500 (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most 2010 models. See dealer for details. Program valid to November 1, 2010 on dealer inventory. †3% purchase financing offered by TD Financing for 84 months on 2010 GMC Sierra OAC by TD Finance. Rates from other lenders will vary. Example: $10,000 at 3% APR, monthly payment is $132.13 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $1,099.17, total obligation is $11,099.17. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. See your newspaper or GMC dealer for details. Dealer trade may be required. Limited quantities of certain 2010 models available. 9U.S. Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). For more information on safety ratings, go to www.safercar.gov WBased on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. */†/††Offers apply as indicated to new or demonstrator models. Dealer order or trade may be required. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited offers subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in British Columbia GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. ¼ Smart Purchase™ financing is available on approved credit through Ally Credit. Eligible vehicles: 2010/2011 MY new or demonstrator Chevrolet/Buick/GMC/Cadillac. Dealer order (2011MY only) or trade may be required. Limited quantities of certain 2010 models. Applies only to qualified retail customers in Canada. Payments amortized over a term of up to 84 months. At months 47-49 or 59-61customer may: (i) exercise option to return vehicle for sale to Ally Credit if applicable conditions met, including payment of $199 disposal fee and any excess wear/km charges; (ii) continue at initial payment amount for remainder of term; or (iii) trade-in vehicle to dealer. This offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles, including deferred payment offers. GMCL or Ally Credit may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See your dealer for details.¼ ¼ To qualify for GM Canada’s Cash For Clunkers incentive, you must: (1) receive Government confirmation of vehicle eligibility under the Retire Your Ride Program, supported by The Government of Canada, and turn in a 2003 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your name for the last 6 months (12 months in B.C.); or (2) turn in a 2003 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured under (i) a small business name for the last 6 months or (ii) your name for the last 6 months in B.C. GM Canada will provide eligible consumers with a manufacturer to consumer incentive to be used towards the purchase/finance/lease of a new eligible 2010 or 2011 MY GM vehicle, excluding all Pontiac, Saturn, Saab and Hummer vehicles, Chevrolet Aveo, Corvette ZR1 and Medium Duty trucks, 2010 MY Chevrolet Cobalt and 2011 MY Buick Regal, Chevrolet Cruz and Cadillac CTS Coupe in an amount ranging from $750 to $3,000, depending on the model purchased. Incentive applied after taxes. GM Canada’s Cash For Clunkers incentive is only available to customers who take delivery between October 8, 2010 and November 30, 2010, and may not be combined with certain other incentives available on GM vehicles. By participating in this program you will not be eligible for any trade-in value for your vehicle. See your participating GM dealer for additional program conditions and details. If you successfully complete the Retire Your Ride program, you will be eligible for a $300 cash incentive from the Canadian Government. Residents of Northwest Territories, Yukon or Nunavut are excluded from the Government’s Retire Your Ride program and are therefore ineligible for GM Canada’s Cash For Clunkers incentive. Some conditions apply. Visit www.scrapit.ca. ÅBased on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Excludes other GM vehicles
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