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Firefighters pour water on to a fire consuming an apartment in the 1800 block of 31A Street Friday. Frigid weather presented a challenge as equipment froze and layers of ice formed.

Blaze forces 52 residents from home RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

It’s a sound they’ll never forget.

Snug in their beds, oblivious to the bone-chilling temperatures outside, the 52 occupants of the Skyline Manor on 31A Street awoke to hear an alarm piercing through the darkness of early Friday morning.

“I looked out off the deck and it was fully involved,” said Cain Ward of flames gaining in strength.

“I threw my shoes on and I went down the hallway and banged on doors. Another fellow kicked doors open to let people know.”

His beloved cat was left behind

in the second-floor unit.

“I’m prepared for the worst,” said Ward.

The fire alarm — which sounded just before 5 a.m. — also roused Steve Roach.

“I went out into the hall and it was just red and covered in smoke,” he said.

Fully awake now, Roach scooped up his wife and two children. Out in the hall, thick smoke forced them to crouch as they made their escape.

“I’m surprised we got out of there,” he said.

With most of the tenants in pyjamas or wrapped in blankets,

there was a concern about exposure given the -17 temperature awaiting them out on the street.

Emergency officials whisked them off to nearby Vernon Jubilee Hospital, where the cafeteria quickly evolved into a reception centre.

Every effort was taken to keep the residents warm and to address any anxiety they may be experiencing.

“We had the whole health infrastructure available at the hospital,” said Brent Watson, Vernon’s Emergency Social Services coordinator.

“The hospital did an exceptional job in opening its doors to us.”

ESS personnel ensured all tenants were accounted for, and made arrangements for emergency access to food and lodging for 72 hours.

“After that, there are resources like the landlord’s insurance and other agencies,” said Watson.

Also touching base with the tenants was Jeet Dukhia, who has owed the apartment for five years.

“Everyone is safe and I thank God for that,” he said.

With immediate needs addressed, the focus for most tenants has become the long-term.

Personal effects have been lost and, in at least the case of Roach and his family, there is no content

insurance.

“I don’t know where we’re going and what we’re doing,” he said.

As they suited up and climbed aboard their trucks, Vernon firefighters knew their pending battle would be formidable.

“As soon as the guys left the department, they could see it,” said Dean Wakefield, fire investigator.

Apartment fires are worst-case scenarios.

“The first thing you hope for is that everyone got out,” said Lawrie Skolrood, deputy fire chief.

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“There’s people sleeping and old apartments have concealed spaces.

There’s all kinds of surprises.”

Once on scene, the crews went into attack mode and entered the building. They got as far as the third floor, but their lives were soon at risk.

“We pulled them out because of the integrity of the roof,” said Skolrood.

From then on, a defence strategy was initiated and all action occurred from the exterior of the building.

Enormous aerial ladders hung over the structure, allowing firefighters to direct a torrent of water deep inside.

But while water is vital to bring fires under control, it quickly becomes treacherous when the mercury plunges.

Ice clung off of power lines and encased vehicles and firefighters’ jackets. A river of water flowed down 31A Street, creating a slick hazard for anyone trying to access the hospital.

The public was asked to only visit VJH for urgent cases because of the conditions.

The other challenge was equipment, such as pumps and respira-

tors, freezing up for the firefighters, which included forces from Okanagan Landing, BX-Swan Lake and Coldstream.

Firefighters remained on scene for much of Friday, and it was unlikely that the search for a cause would begin until later this weekend or Monday.

“The building will have to be assessed to see if it’s safe to go in,” said Wakefield.

“The floors on the northeast corner fell right into the parkade.”

With growing concern that the apartment block may be in a weakened state, people living in an adjacent building were evacuated in case a wall collapsed.

While there were some rumours that the cause of the fire may be suspicious, authorities insist that hasn’t been determined.

“To say it’s suspicious in nature, I’m not sure we would go that far,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson.

Dukhia is insured but he says it’s too early to speculate as to whether the building is salvageable or if he will rebuild.

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News Local conquers icy Enderby cliff JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff

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Lyle Knight overlooks Enderby during a recent successful climb of the first ascent of Mythologic – a 140-metre ice climb on the west face of the cliffs. world.

The husband and father of two encourages all skilled climbers to test their limits with Mythologic. “It’s truly a world-class climb and has to be experienced firsthand to be believed.�

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So far, the story of their journey has quickly travelled throughout the climbing community, even attracting others to brave the icy waterfall now known as Mythologic. “Two days after we made the first ascent and reported it on www.gravsports-ice.com the climb saw a second ascent by a pair of ice climbers from Kelowna,� said Knight. “Chris Willie, a strong climber from Alberta, had just moved to Kelowna and noticed the climb in early January. He was working his network of ice climbing partners to find someone willing to attempt the first ascent and had even offered to fly partners over from Calgary!

Chris contacted me afterwards and I conceded I was grateful I didn’t know about the competition for the route beforehand.�

Knight’s journey is anticipated to be featured in Gripped climbing magazine and he has also shared his experience in the online

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in fresh snow to the base. By 9 a.m. they were starring up at the steep, golden-coloured, icy cliff. “When we first got to the base Marc commented on the ‘other-worldly’ ambience with the big walls, caves and rock pillars split by this tawny dagger that resembled a giant lightning bolt splitting the wall,� described Knight.

The pair tackled their conquest using two 60 metre ropes and 16 ice screws, with photographer Piche documenting the adventure along the way. “It’s a view like I haven’t experienced on any other ice climb,� said Knight, describing the view as pastoral, overlooking the snowy North Okanagan valley and fields split by the winding, unfrozen Shuswap River and rolling timbered hills in the distance. “We could hear the cows in the fields below, it was very unique.�

By 2:30 p.m., the guys had conquered the mountain and were back on the ground by 4 p.m.

Following a mountaineering tradition, where the first climbers to make an ascent get to name the route, Knight and Piche picked Mythologic. “It speaks well to the fact that there’s a 140 metre WI6 ice climb in the North Okanagan which seems a bit mythical,� said Knight. “Also, the climb is located between the two western Canadian ice climbing centres and may not make it into a guidebook, so the story of the climb will rely on the aural traditions of climbers to keep it alive.�

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espite several solid attempts, the ascent up a difficult and dangerous route on Enderby’s Cliffs has remained uncharted territory.

Until now.

A Coldstream climber and his Canmore friend have claimed rights as the first to conquer Mythologic (a 140-metre cliff facing west towards Highway 97).

Lyle Knight, of Lavington, and Marc Piche, of Canmore, Alta. successfully scaled the icy slope Jan. 10.

In the climbing world, the cliff is ranked WI6 (waterfall ice six), the second most difficult rank given. Cliffs with this ranking require excellent technique and a high level of fitness as the climbers must traverse a vertical climb for the entire pitch, with no rests.

Due to the difficulty of the climb, its location and the fact that few actually know about it, Knight suggests the route has seen few attempts. “There is a very short window of opportunity most years to climb the route as it is exposed to the afternoon sun,� said Knight, adding that it lies between 850 and 1,000 metres above sea level and with moderate Okanagan temperatures the ice breaks down quickly following a cold snap. “Therefore, it took lots of monitoring over several years to find the right window, which would be difficult to do it you didn’t live in the area,� said 45-year-old Knight, who has been climbing since he was 15 and, along with Piche, has authored guidebooks, and has been eyeing Mythologic for years.

Armstrong ice climber Rick Cox has been living and climbing in the Okanagan since 1983, and he too has long kept his eye on Mythologic. “I have made a number of forays into this waterfall over the years, but for various reasons was never able to do this climb,� said Cox. “This climb stands as a very significant achievement, and had it been done before Lyle’s attempt, the climbing community would know. To accomplish a first ascent of this magnitude, you need the right conditions, personal commitment, physical fitness and a well-honed degree of skill.�

Knight and Piche’s journey started early, leaving Coldstream at 5 a.m. for the long trek

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A crane operator sets in place a couple of concrete forms at the new Vernon Secondary School construction site Thursday as the cold temperatures seep back into the Okanagan Valley reminding us that winter has not left us yet.

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Report cards evolving KATHERINE MORTIMER

involving broad-based Morning Star Staff teacher input at each With about 20 dif- level; including broadferent report cards in based parent input at 14 schools, the time has each level; be computercome for the Vernon based and compatible School District to sim- with CIMS sofware. plify the system.

The new report cards It’s been five years use Teacher Connect, a since a disstudent infortrict assessmation manment comagement sysmittee (DAC) tem provided was formed to

by Manitobadevelop combased compamon report ny Take Two, cards. which is creat“We did ing the comJoe Rogers our first pilot mon report with the new card templates system before that will allow C h r i s t m a s ,” teachers to do said Joe their reports Rogers, direconline. tor of instrucIn using the tion. new format, “ W e the majorwanted lots ity of teachers of feedback Paula Harned liked the webfrom parents based system and teachers and the ability and given the parent to do report cards anyresponse, it’s working where and anytime. well and after all, this With 72 parent is something that is for responses, 93 per cent parents to see how their felt the report was easy children are doing.” to read, while 92 per Several district cent felt that the new schools tested the new card clearly explained system — Charles ways that they can supBloom, Fulton, BX, port their child’s learnHarwood, Kidston and ing.

Lavington — and lead At the same time, teachers, administra- some parents expressed tors and secretarial staff concern that it appears were trained in the new to be more work for format. teachers than the old Pilot schools were report card, and that then given TOC time there seems to be a lot for lead teachers to train of paper for each child. their colleagues.

“We hope to eventuTo develop the new ally go paperless,” said report cards, three com- Rogers. mittees were formed in “This is a lot of consultation with Bruce work for teachers, but Cummings, Vernon if you’re a parent and Teachers’ Association reading this, you’re president. getting the information Meetings were held with the committees to define the guiding principles, such as meeting ministry requirements;

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“I think the pilot is going very well because the teachers have had the time and the training. It’s a fairly complex process and teachers need the time and the training to make this work.”

The pilot process will continue, with teachers and parents again providing input to the DAC. “We’ll then meet with the DAC about a recommendation to the superintendent regarding full implementation for all schools for the 2011/12 school year.

Trustee Paula Harned believes the report cards need to be written clearly.

“A lot of the language is very high level and we want to make

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Township moves ahead with tax hike ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Spallumcheen residents could be facing a three per cent tax increase.

The municipal tax collection contained in the first draft of the 2011 financial plan is budgeted to increase by three per cent or $102,000.

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“Slow, steady growth was preferable.”

— Brian Freeman-Marsh officer, said the township’s finance committee agreed to leave the tax collection at three per cent and factor new growth on top of that.

“It was felt that slow, steady growth was preferable to having to make

substantive increases in the financial plan in the future to cover a decrease in collection at the current time,” said Freeman-Marsh.

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a consultation session March 7 at 6 p.m. at the township office.

Meanwhile, the finance committee recommended a number of grants in aid be put towards several organizations.

All of the recommendations were passed by council.

The O’Keefe Ranch and Historic Society will receive another 10,000

Council considers role in function ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

If Vernon stays involved with Silver Star planning, Spallumcheen will stay.

If Vernon goes, the township will consider its options.

Spallumcheen council was responding to correspondence from the North Okanagan Regional District clarifying a number of topics, including costs, for Silver Star planning.

If Vernon stays in the function, Spallumcheen would pay $3,130 of the anticipated 2011 budget of $41,500. Also paying would be electoral areas B, C, D, E and F. Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby and Coldstream have indicated to NORD they do not wish to take part in planning.

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Disease can’t bench Caleb KEVIN MITCHELL Morning Star Staff

Some days, Caleb Johnson pretends he’s Ryan Kesler of the Canucks. On others, he tells people he’s Colton Sparrow of the Vipers.

The energetic, funloving and well-spoken three-year-old lives and breathes hockey 24-7.

He may, however, not be able to see Kesler and Sparrow, his cousin, play for much longer as his eye-sight deteriorates daily.

Caleb was born healthy but at age two, when his older sister, Jennifer, was being treated for a lazy eye, doctors noticed worrying shapes in Caleb’s eyes.

He was diagnosed with glaucoma, a condition whereby pressure within the eyeball causes gradual sight loss.

“He is the first child this doctor (Christopher Lyons at B.C. Children’s Hospital) has ever seen get glaucoma (after birth),” said Tara Johnson, of her son.

“We saw Dr. Lyons last August and two days later, Caleb had eye surgery.”

Caleb has endured six surgeries, which include a rather painful procedure where a valve drains the eye to relieve pressure.

During the diagnosis in August, Dr. Lyons said he thought the glaucoma had started about two months earlier, and was extremely aggressive causing huge damage to the optic nerve.

“Because of the damage to his optic nerves, Dr. Lyons says we’re walking a fine line and he will probably go blind,” said Johnson.

“We’ve made 15 trips to Vancouver since August and spent over 100 days down there.

It’s been hard financially, but my hope is he does not go blind. I would love for him to play hockey.”

Caleb, who has a one-year-old brother, Jesse, is a huge Canuck fan.

“I do slapshots and I be Kesler,” said Caleb, who has a big collection of mini sticks and a road hockey net outside his East Hill home.

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“He’s all about hockey,” said Johnson.

“Colton’s his idol.

He’ll come up to people and say, ‘Hi, I’m Colton.’

He wants to score goals for the Canucks. When my mom (Debbie Sparrow) comes over, he takes shots on her and calls her Grama Luongo.”

Caleb pretty much won a hockey fantasy trip in mid January when he was treated to some Canuck love and attention during eye surgery.

Caleb’s father, David, learned through his father Darrell, a pastor in Vancouver, about Canucks’ owner Paulo Aquilini running an autistic program on behalf of the NHL team.

“Paulo and Finn the mascot came to the

house (relative’s) and brought a signed Canuck jersey and a signed stick and signed Finn stuffie,” said Johnson.

“Later on, Paulo arranged for us to have four tickets to the Canucks game with VIP parking. Caleb thought it was cool there were two Zambonis on the ice.

“He didn’t talk for the first while. We also got a used Luongo stick signed, after the game.

It was so nice to have such a positive experience.”

Caleb is not allowed to swim because the risk of infection is too high.

He had several weeks of chemotherapy eye drop treatments to slow the scar tissue following his sixth surgery.

He rarely sleeps through the night due

to pain in his eyes.

“He can see right now,” said Johnson.

“He’s such a resilient kid. I don’t want any of my kids to have it (glaucoma), but he’s the one best suited to handle it.

He’s not going to let that stop him. It (blindness) could be next month, 10 years or it might not happen.”

The family was overjoyed after a Thursday appointment in Vancouver.

“We had some really good news today when he saw Dr. Lyons,” said Grama Luongo.

“His visual acuity has gone from approximately 120-140/80 to approximately 40/20 today. This is a miracle by all accounts and Dr. Lyons is hopeful at best.

So we are very happy needless to say.”

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must confess I used to watch Young and The Restless on TV a couple decades ago. Actually personally I preferred Another World but they cancelled that and I still lay awake at nights worrying what ever happened to Mac and Rachel?

Actually I don’t but I thought I would impress you with obscure soap opera references from 40 years ago. Maybe impress is not the right word, however.

Anyway, back to my point, sort of, my grandmother used to watch Y&R and when I visited her in Delta I would sometimes watch it with her and we’d bond a bit. She’d comment about ‘her boyfriend’ Victor and the no-good Nikky Glenn Mitchell (they’re still there by the way, I noticed while channel surfing the other day) and I’d laugh.

But the real reason I bring this up, you knew there had to be a reason, is that she hated television commercials so much she’d press mute everytime they came on and we’d chat or just quietly watch the advertising mayhem in silence.

It was fine and I was OK with it, and it’s yet another reason why you should advertise in the newspaper and not on TV, he said as a self-serving aside to plug his livelihood. You can’t mute print ads.

However on more than a few occasions her mind would wander in the silence or she’d actually fall asleep during the commercial quiet time and I’d be sitting there watching silent moving pictures, not wanting to wake her up, waiting for her to eventually regain consciousness. And she would, giggle, and apologize and usually say something like “well, it’s not like we missed too much anyway,” and of course I’d laugh with her and agree wholeheartedly, after all it was a soap opera.

Well, she’s in heaven now where the soap operas are sublime, likely with no interruptions at all.

Funnily enough though, another important

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woman in my life likes to turn down the volume on the television when the ads come on. My wife often says, “they’re so loud.”

And you know what? She’s right.

Which brings me to my point, more than halfway through the column some of you might note, they are actually louder and the good folks at Canada’s broadcasting regulator are trying to do something about it.

According to a story in The Vancouver Sun this week, the chairman of the CRTC, his name is Konrad von Finckenstein by the way, has engaged Canadians with a public consultation on the problem of ads being broadcast at a much louder volume than the programs and he called it a significant annoyance.

Hear, hear, so to speak.

And you have until April 18 to state your views on the problem on the CRTC website.

And it’s even getting political.

Some MP named Nina Grewel, from some place called Fleetwood-Port Kells (Nova Scotia, perhaps?), has introduced Bill C-621 which would force broadcasters to ensure commercials aren’t any louder than the shows we’re trying to enjoy.

And you thought they weren’t doing anything on our behalf in the nation’s capital?

Apparently they’re discussing the issue in March so if you’re concerned contact your local MP soon, cause there’s this budget thing that may or may not spark an election and then we’re all hooped.

Hey, maybe we can make it an election issue – you know “Support C-621 or we’ll turn down your volume,” or something similarly catchy.

And in case, for some reason, you think this is much ado about nothing, there are actual rules against broadcasting commercials at higher levels in both the U.S. and the U.K. But not here.

We’re the ones with the problem that needs addressing. Contact your MP. Write the CRTC. Pump up the volume on lowering the volume people. And if this campaign catches on, if it’s OK with Konrad and Nina, I’m naming it in honour of my grandma.

Try living on the minimum wage of $8/hour in British Columbia and see how far it gets you. Worse, try living on the ‘training wage’ of $6/hour.

It’s a no-brainer that anyone on minimum wage can’t afford to put a roof over their head and food on the table. And that’s not factoring in hydro, telephone, transportation, medical, clothing — or kids.

In a recent report entitled Myths and Facts about the Minimum Wage in B.C., Iglika Ivanova of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives recommends that the provincial government immediately increase the minimum wage to $10/hour, and eliminate the $6 training wage. When the $8 minimum wage was introduced in 2001 it was the highest in Canada. But since then other provinces have increased their minimum wage levels to adjust for inflation, leaving this province now at the bottom of the rankings.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business maintains small businesses can be adversely affected by an increase in the minimum wage. But Ivanova argues: “Employment levels in any economy, including B.C.’s, are determined by a number of factors and minimum wages are a very small player overall.”

Another myth Ivanova diffused is that few people actually earn minimum wage. While only 2.3 per cent of B.C.’s workers actually earn $8, over 13 per cent of all employees in the province earn under $10/hour.

That’s over 250,000 people.

Both George Abbott and Mike de Jong, candidates in the Liberal Party leadership race, have endorsed policies to review the minimum wage with public consultation. It’s long overdue.

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would like to take the opportunity to respond to Cliff Krueger's Jan. 26, 2011 letter to the editor expressing his opinion on Private Members Bill C-428 brought forward by Liberal MP, Ruby Dhalla.

His opinion focusses on what he feels to be my lack of knowledge regarding residency requirements of OAS. As the Okanagan-Shuswap federal representative, I take great strides to ensure that I communicate accurate, updated information to constituents.

Presently, in order to qualify for OAS, there is a 10-year residency after age 18. If this is met, eligible Canadians can start receiving benefits at age 65. The calculation for this eligible benefit is based on contributions and employment duration once this residency requirement is met.

To clarify for your information, the residency requirement is what Ms. Dhalla is trying to change, irrelevant of employment duration in Canada.

This residency requirement is not based on a person's permanent resident date but rather their record of landing date as reflected in landing documents. Permanent residence in Canada establishes your legal status but does not establish residency requirement for OAS. Both requirements must be met in order to qualify for OAS benefits.

I would also like to clarify for you that it is indeed possible for a person to come to Canada and work while

CONCERNED CITIZENS Our area has been targeted in the past two years with four compost proposals and an incinerator to dispose of slaughterhouse waste and dead livestock.

Area residents have met these proposals with fierce opposition, leading to over 100 letters or articles in local papers, as well as TV and radio coverage.

These proposals have been government-funded with federal/provincial taxpayer dollars, your money. In late December, the funding report was released to the public online at www.agf.gov.b.c.ca/ resmgmt/SRM—Program/index.

The three compost proposals in 2009 were funded for environmental assessments and public consultation meetings. One in Grindrod received $71,853; one in Silver Creek received $26,825, and one in Westwold received $64,026.

At the conclusion of the process, the government press release stated that all three proposals would not be funded further because, "the economic benefit for the local slaughter industry did not justify public investment of funds."

In 2006, a $34,704 government-funded report gave a detailed costa analysis for meat waste composting, so the government was well aware of the costs before the above proposals were funded. A consulting company was paid an average of $3,000 for each compost meeting to provide a mediator to keep the public meetings civil.

He was very effective at stifling concerned resi-

they are waiting for their permanent resident card and it quite frankly happens a lot. Immigrants to Canada can apply for a work permit to work for an employer in Canada while simultaneously applying for permanent residence if that is their choice.

This employment is considered in the pension calculation from the time of the person's landing, not from the time they receive permanent residence status.

In my view, the 10-year require-

dents' democratic right to speak.

The proposed site for the Enderby incinerator trail was funded with $154,284 to put in a large, refrigerated storage area, purchase a skid-steer loader to handle the meat waste, and a building to house the incinerator. The regional zoning application is currently on hold; until the zoning issue is settled, the incinerator cannot be located on this property.

One in Silver Creek, through another government-funded program in 2010, has been awarded $190,000 from the Investment Agricultural Foundation to build a 4,000 tonne/year slaughterhouse waste-composting facility.

The cost to process the waste, according to the owner, will be eight cents per pound and the cost to haul it to Calgary is eight-and-a-half cents a pound.

Area residents are fighting it tooth and nail and wonder why in 2011 it's being government funded, but in 2009 it "did not justify public investment of funds?"

We as taxpayers thought you would be curious to know how your money has been spent.

Karen Ditloff, Concerned Citizens of Grindrod/Enderby and Area THANK YOU Together for Christmas held its second Christmas dinner on Christmas Day. This event was truly a community event which we were able to host in the

ment period strikes an appropriate balance between an individual's contribution to Canadian society and the economy and his or her access to a life-long, publicly funded benefit. It is reasonable to expect that a person live in Canada for a minimum period of time before being granted the right to a life-long public benefit.

The government is taking a fair and responsible approach to providing benefits to seniors. There are currently 50 social security agreements in place with a wide variety of countries.

These allow period of residence and contributions in the other country to be used to meet the 10-year requirement. We continue to work hard to sign more agreements in the future.

I am not in favour of this proposed legislation as it would be costly — over $700 million — as well as irresponsible.

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The event was a huge success, thanks to the generosity of many organizations, businesses and individuals in our community who contributed their money, time, goods or services. An enjoyable afternoon and meal was shared by over 300 guests and volunteers.

We especially would like to thank the volunteers for their patience at the awkwardness of having to stand around the edge of the gymnasium until jobs and duties could be assigned. We will have this problem resolved for this coming Christmas.

Thank you to The Morning Star and Richard Rolke for writing our story up and making our community aware of this event. There was a couple of baking bees as well as the days before Christmas preparations and decorating that was done by volunteers. To all of the volunteers and guests that attended our dinner, thank you for entrusting us with sharing a major part of your Christmas Day celebration with us.

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Councils seek heritage fund support ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Spallumcheen and Armstrong councils, along with the ArmstrongSpallumcheen Heritage Advisory Committee, want the provincial government to restore heritage funding.

A presentation from committee members Gail Salter and Dawn Jamieson spurred Spallumcheen council to craft a resolution calling for more heritage support to be forwarded to the Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) for consideration.

“Since the Municipal Act changed and responsibility for heri-

“...They’ll be out of business by the fall.”

— Gail Salter tage fell to cities, the provincial heritage department went from 60 people to seven,” said Salter, who stated her committee would have received funding from the provincial heritage branch for a project had the branch had any money to give.

“They’re only open three months in the summer and they only have two people on staff, one is the executive director,” added Salter. “If the B.C. gov-

ernment is not going to help and give money for heritage, they’ll be out of business by the fall.

“The provincial heritage branch has been a great help to us.”

Spall council passed a five-point resolution for SILGA’s consideration to lobby the provincial government to provide further funding.

That includes: ■ Investing a further $10 million in the Heritage Legacy Fund; ■ Restoring commu-

CD offered as keepsake as new school goes up Decades of history are being offered up by an Enderby school.

M.V. Beattie Elementary is selling a CD that presents a pictorial history of the school from the early 1900s to the current construction of a new building.

“We want people to have a keepsake,” said principal Carl Cooper.

“It’s a transition from the old school to the new school. We want to honour our heritage.”

Parts of the current school were built in 1914, with the last of several additions completed in 1970.

The photos on the CD were originally compiled for Beattie’s Christmas concert.

Word spread about the presentation and soon there were demands from parents and residents to have their own copy. It’s been

hard to keep the CD in stock.

“Almost every night I burn about 10 more and they don’t last long,” said Cooper.

Cooper recently presented a copy of the CD to the North OkanaganShuswap School District board.

The new $12.9 million school is expected to be completed and ready for classes this fall.

“The crews are almost done putting up the trusses,” said Cooper, adding that every stage of development is being pre-

served for future generations.

“We are taking photos constantly as construction occurs.”

The building will be located at the southeast corner of the existing property and it will accommodate 275 students.

There will also be a 245-square-metre neighbourhood learning centre, as well as space for the school’s existing StrongStart early learning centre.

Copies of the CD are available for $2 from M.V. Beattie Elementary.

the B.C. government for a certain amount of dollars is like having them reach into our pockets and the pockets of B.C. residents,” said Casson.

Mayor Will Hansma defended the dollar figure.

“The dollar amount shows what we think is the value of the Heritage Legacy Fund,” said Hansma.

Casson’s friendly amendment was defeated and the original motion for forwarding the resolution to SILGA was passed, though Casson was opposed.

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News Nominees sought for Woman of the Year Morning Star Staff

Whether it’s in the home, volunteering or at work, the North Okanagan is ready to put the spotlight on local women.

The 24th annual Woman of the Year celebration once again extends a community invitation to say “thank you” and recognize the best of women’s achievements across industry, culture and public service.

Individuals will be publicly recognized at the gala evening celebration May 19 at Best Western Vernon Lodge.

The call for nominations extends until March 25 and nomination brochures which outline the process are readily available.

“Our 24th annual Woman of the Year celebration is a very special community event which allows us to recognize a remarkable group of outstanding women,” said 2011

volunteer participation from the membership, as well as a sizeable cash contribution.

“We couldn’t succeed without the generosity of our business community and the media,” said Curzon.

The Woman of the Year recipient is selected by an independent sub-committee of five members from the community at large based upon the following criteria: 1. She consistently displays and exercises leadership.

2. She demonstrates vision, initiative, creativity and courage.

3. She enriches and improves quality of life for others.

4. She has an impact in her chosen field.

5. She displays and sustains a continued commitment to her community.

6. She promotes and supports opportunities for females.

7. She has made

chairperson Susan Curzon.

“Our 2011 committee has an energetic team of VWIB (Vernon Women in Business) volunteers who are already having fun together, and planning to make this year’s event terrific for everyone involved.

“We are exploring ideas to extend the celebration into the month preceding the May 19 gala with some new activities for our nominees. Their participation is entirely at their personal discretion and availability – but we’re planning to have a good time!”

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Board plans balanced budget KATHERINE MORTIMER

“In a few weeks, the board will have an idea of what our budget will look like...”

Morning Star Staff

As required by the Ministry of Education, trustees gave unanimous consent to an amended budget bylaw for the 2010/11 school year.

“Once unanimous approval is received, we can then move to adopt the budget bylaw,” said secretary-treasurer Randy Hoffman at Tuesday’s district board meeting. “This is a balanced budget, which we have always maintained.

“So these are our projections, our best understanding of where we are at. We are working on final funding announcements and have submitted our enrolment projections, and as always, we are graduating more kids than are entering kindergarten.”

The bylaw reflects the actual and projected revenues and expenditures for this fiscal year based on a number of key indicators: enrolment is 1.6 per cent higher than the preliminary budget, the result is that the district increased its revenues by 1.3 per cent.

“The increased enrolment and increased special needs students results in additional staffing in teachers and support staff,” said Hoffman.

Teaching staff increased over the preliminary budget by four; education assistants by 10; other support staff by two.

Salary and benefit costs as a result of increased staffing and cost pressures such as benefit, sick and relief staff costs increased by 2.2 per cent.

“So, while we had an enrolment decline, we also had an increase in other areas, such as a 21 per cent increase in water rates as well as benefit costs.”

The inclusion of the prior year’s appropriated surplus is brought forward and presumed to be spent and committed in this fiscal year is primarily in the supplies and services category.

The annual budget set forward in April was set at $75,078,257, amended in the budget bylaw to $78,696,599.

The board will make a budget recommendation for the next school year on April 26, based on the allocation of ministry funding expected to be received in the middle of March.

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The voice of Western Canada’s ski industry is going through a transition.

David Lynn will take over from longtime president Jimmie Spencer on this spring.

“With big shoes to fill, David’s marketing, brand strategy and leadership skills, coupled with his infusion of skiing in his lifestyle, will be a significant asset to the further development of the CWSAA,” said Peter Gibson, chairperson of the Vernon-based group.

Spencer is a member of the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame and the Order of B.C. Lynn comes to CWSAA from Sun Rype Products in Kelowna.

— Randy Hoffman “In the meantime, work in preparing enrolment projections to use for the budget and reviewing the major expenditure areas is under way at the board office,” said Hoffman. “We expect continued declining enrolment and inflationary pressures from benefit programs, employee statutory benefits, utilities and the cost of the carbon offset still sets the district in a direction of rightsizing to fit the revenue the district receives.

“In a few weeks, the board will have an idea of what our budget will look like and where, if any, the shortfall will be.”

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Rather than write the statement down, Jodi asked if she could record the conversation on her cell phone. Ms. M agreed and repeated what she had said.

At trial, as sometimes happens, Ms. M changed her story. Her lawyer asked the court to keep the recorded statement out of evidence, arguing it was “hearsay” and unreliable. The court held a mini-trial within the main trial to consider this.

ing was (given, for example, that Ms. M had said she had hit her head) could be explored on cross-examination in the trial. In the end, Ms. M was found at fault for the accident, and Jodi was awarded just over $25,000 as compensation.

If you are involved in an accident, a cell phone may be very useful to take pictures of the accident scene and the damage to the cars involved, and to record the names and contact information of witnesses. Also, if possible, see if the other person will consent to making a verbal statement on your cell phone.

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Ms. M testified that she had hit her head on the windshield when the accident happened and that she did not understand the recording would be used in a lawsuit. She also testified that she did not know why she said she was lost, because she was not in fact lost, but was looking for a place to park.

The court decided that the recorded statement was admissible as evidence in the main trial. The fact that Ms. M did not know the cell phone recording might be used in a lawsuit was not a legitimate reason for excluding it. The question of how reliable that record-

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Sometimes shock can mask the pain and symptoms of any injuries (such as a whiplash). So if you are not sure that you have been hurt, go to the hospital, your doctor or your local walkin clinic for an exam. If you start feeling worse the next day (which often happens with soft tissue injuries), see your family doctor, report all your symptoms and follow their recommended advice.

Also make sure to report the accident to ICBC. An ICBC adjuster will be appointed to handle the case and take a written statement concerning your injuries. This is done for the benefit of ICBC, and your statement may be used against you later in court (even minor mistakes can be used to discredit you). You should therefore speak with a lawyer first before talking with the adjuster.

With luck, you will not be involved in a car accident. But if you are, your cell phone could be very handy.

This column has been written with the assistance of Allan • Francis • Pringle LLP. The column provides information only and must not be relied on for legal advice. Please contact Richard Barton of Allan • Francis • Pringle LLP for legal advice concerning your particular case.

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Police received a call from a woman on Seaton Road in Lake Country, who stated that she and her boyfriend found a black garbage bag that had been left at the Canada Post mailboxes.

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At Tuesday’s Vernon School District meeting, director of instruction Joe Rogers said the province has asked for proposals for new Strong Start BC programs, and the district is proposing JW Inglis elementary school in Lumby as the district’s newest location. The program currently runs at Alexis Park, Harwood, Okanagan Landing and Mission Hill elementary schools.

The Wonders on Wheels (WOW) bus that operated as a mobile Strong Start centre is no longer operated by the district and is now owned and run by the Boys and Girls Club for community events and summer reading in the park events.

“The ministry will be adding 10 more centres to the province,” said Rogers. “One of the Ministry of Education’s requirements is that EDI (Early Development Instrument) scores are used to help identify vulnerable children, and schools with Strong Start programs had high EDI scores.”

With an estimated 250 children ages zero to five in the neighbourhood, JW Inglis is well-suited to a Strong Start program, said Rogers. In a recent survey for the Early Childhood Development Coordinator, parents requested school readiness programs.

“There is limited parent participation programs currently available,” said Rogers. “So we’ll put the proposal to the ministry and hope for the best.”

In making the proposal, the district has consulted with Gay Jewitt at the White Valley Community Resource Centre and ECD coordinator and Village of Lumby Councillor Tracy Williamson.

“This is an incredible program and sometimes just getting the little ones into the school atmosphere is more powerful for school-age readiness than anything I am doing,” said Williamson.

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Team Hippie members McKenzie (left) and Ashlee Kreeft take first place in the Baby Bottle Drinking contest Wednesday during Chimo Days at Vernon Secondary School.

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Team Hippie Grade 8 student Mickenzie Roth (left) takes a second to thaw out his throat while taking part in the slurpee chugging contest Wednesday during Chimo Days at Vernon Secondary School. Team Ski Bum’s Mykenzee Ramunno takes a painful pause during the competition.

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Norlin-Beckley Allen Norlin, son of Len and Wendy Norlin of Armstrong, B.C., and Mara Beckley, daughter of Roy Beckley of Terrace, B.C. and Colleen Beckley of Vernon, B.C., together with their children, Brayden and Maddox, are happy to announce their marriage March 27, 2010 at Predator Ridge Resort in Vernon.

Family and friends gathered for the intimate celebration, sharing in the celebration as they exchanged wedding vows.

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Kate Leeder of West Kelowna, B.C. and Ross Leeder of Perth, Ont. along with Neila and Larry Skerratt of Port Perry, Ont. would like to congratulate their children Jenna Leeder and Chris Skerratt on their marriage.

The happy couple, attended by bridesmaids Carly Payne and Jacquie Both and groomsmen Nick Skerratt and John Burnett, were married April 12, 2010 on the sunny shores of Punta Cana, Dominican in front of family and friends.

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Bongers-Wallace Harry and Linda Bongers of Armstrong, B.C. are pleased to announce the marriage of their son, Devin Bongers to Laura Wallace, daughter of Ken and Pat Wallace of Williams Lake, B.C. The couple exchanged vows surrounded by family and friends at the Bongers family farm in Armstrong Sept. 18, 2010. A reception followed at Centennial Hall in Armstrong, where everyone danced the night away.

Devin and Laura look forward to settling down in the Armstrong area. Both families wish the couple a long and happy life together.

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A need for the Township of Spallumcheen to find a future water source of its own will get financial help.

Council voted unanimously on a finance committee recommendation to contribute $15,000 annually, starting in 2011, to a reserve that would be established for the implementation of a Spallumcheen water supply strategy.

The source of the funds would be taxation.

“The motion was made independent of the official community plan survey which said we should be on top of water, water is our No. 1 priority,” said Coun.

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A contentious part of the recommendation included a line about the township recovering contributions to the fund from benefitting properties at the time of implementation.

“The discussion centred around figuring out what’s there (as far as water),” said Coun.

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The Vernon Panthers overcame an early deficit and surged late to brush back the Kalamalka Lakers 68-47 at the Okanagan Valley Senior AA Girls Basketball Championships Friday night at Vernon secondary.

Kal came out hard to take a 13-12 lead after the first quarter, but the Cats responded in the second half.

“They seemed to have more energy and wanted it a little more then we did for the first half,” said Bobby Mitchell, who co-coaches the Cats with Lonny Mazurak.

Vernon’s top scorer was Brit Walton, with 25 points and five rebounds, while Emily Kanester supplied 18 points, eight boards and eight steals, and Michelle Smith added 11 points and six rebounds.

“We settled down and pushed our lead to above 15 late in third and then held on for the win. The score doesn’t do the game justice; it was a lot closer than this,” said Mitchell. “Hats off to the Kal team. They played great. We were very proud of our girls for sticking together and finding a way to win.”

On Thursday, the Lakers surged in the fourth quarter to upend the Princess Margaret Mustangs of Penticton 52-50.

Maggie led throughout the game by as many as eight points, but with five minutes

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Kalamalka Lakers' Kaelyn Parmalee stretches to take a high pass over the head of VSS Panthers' Sarah Kopp in Okanagan Valley Senior AA Girls Basketball Championship play Friday at VSS. The Panthers outlasted the Lakers 68-47. remaining and down by five, Katie Rogers hit three of her team-leading 13 points to cut the Mustangs’ lead to 45- 42.

Kaelyn Parmalee, Amanda Lewis and

Tori Chabot ran off the next three hoops to put Kal up for the first time in the game.

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Defenceman Malcolm Lyles has an arsenal of weapons he can use to jumpstart the Vernon Vipers.

Whether it’s a bone-crunching hit, a hard wrister from the point or an explosive end-to-end rush, the Miami Gardens, Fla. product has become a fan favourite at Wesbild Centre.

The B.C. Hockey League must have picked up on his vibe as well, as they honoured him with a selection to the Interior Conference All-Star Team.

There was no all-star game this year, but ballots were distributed to each of the league’s 16 head coaches to recognize the league’s top players.

Joining Lyles on the Interior blueline is Joey Laleggia, who led the Penticton Vees with 20 goals and 62 assists for 82 points, good enough for fifth overall in regular-season scoring.

Up front are BCHL scoring leader Mike Hammond of the Salmon Arm SilverBacks, Alex Grieve of Westside Warriors and Scott Jacklin of the Trail Smoke Eaters. The Smokies’ Kiefer Smiley earned the nod in Interior net.

The Coastal All-Star balloting was led by four Powell River Kings – netminder Michael Garteig, defenceman Justin Dasilva and forwards Matt Garbowsky and Chad Niddery. Rounding out the selection was the Nanaimo Clipper d-man Graeme McCormack and Surrey Eagle forward Brad McGowan.

Meanwhile, in first-round BCHL playoff action Friday night, Hammond collected 2+1 as the host ‘Backs pummeled the Merritt Centennials 7-2 in Game 1 of their best-of-seven series.

Laleggia collected 1+2 and first star as the host Vees hammered the Quesnel Millionaires 5-1 in Game 2 of their series. Penticton won Game 1 by an identical 5-1 score Thursday.

In the other Interior series, the Trail Smoke Eaters doubled the host Westside Warriors 4-2 in Game 1 at Royal LePage Place.

Heat scuttle Mariners to earn BCCAA finals berth UBCO Athletics/Morning Star Staff

Greg Niemantsverdriet of Vernon netted Player of the Game with eight kills, two aces and two blocks as the UBC Okanagan Heat men’s volleyball team dismantled the Vancouver Island University Mariners 3-0 (25-21, 25-16, 25-14) in BCCAA semifinal action Friday night at UBCO Gym. Rookie Joe Holder was VIU’s Player of the Game, finishing with six kills.

The Heat controlled most of the match

with their strong offensive frontline. Speijer and Niemantsverdriet finished with 11 and eight kills respectively. Tucker orchestrated the offence with his phenomenal setting, earning a match-high 25 assists.

The Heat’s defence was just as strong, with former junior national player Chris Howe notching six blocks, and fourth-year outside hitter Mark Broome adding four more.

The Naniamo-based Mariners played in

the bronze-medal game Saturday against the Douglas College Royals of New Westminster, who lost to the Columbia Bible College Bearcats of Abbotsford in their semifinal.

The Heat faced CBC in the championship game Saturday night. Both teams will advance to the CCAA National Championships in Sherbrooke, Que., March 10-12.

Prior to the match, several BCCAA awards were presented to the Heat, with Niemantsverdriet, Nate Speijer and Vernon’s

Preston Tucker being selected as first-team all-stars. Niemantsverdriet and Speijer provided a dangerous one-two punch in the Heat’s offence, finishing second and third in kills, averaging 3.69 and 3.61 kills per set, respectively. Speijer also led the league in total aces with 34.

Tucker, a fourth-year setter, received BCCAA Player of the Year honours. Colten Litwin, the team’s starting libero, was named to the provincial all-rookie team.

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then with their net empty, Nic Petan hit the post.

I jumped over the bench and scored the emptynetter so I guess it was meant to be. I didn’t know about Crosby’s points record. It’s something no one can ever take away from me.”

Weber had been using Lazar with Vancouver’s Max Reinhart, the leading scorer with the WHL Kootenay Ice, and North Shore’s Petan, a Portland Winterhawk high draft.

Weber, a retired police officer changed things up and stuck Lazar with Vernon’s Cole Sanford and Matt Needham, Lazar’s hockey academy linemate for the gold-medal game.

The move paid off with Lazar, at 5-foot-11, 178 pounds, tossing some monster hits and getting the puck to the net. Needham, a Kamloops Blazer firstrounder, has great hockey sense, as does Sanford, a Medicine Hat Tiger prospect.

“I’m sure they have more than 180-degree vision,” said Weber. “Needham has got speed. He was probably a top-two skater on our team as far as flat out speed goes.”

Lazar, meanwhile, will finish out a four-team academy league playoff schedule and then join the Edmonton Oil Kings for the rest of the year.

His coach in Penticton, Robert Dirk, who was a rugged d-man who played 402 NHL games, including three full seasons with Vancouver, raves about the kid.

"He’s a very special player, obviously with what he did at the Canada Winter Games,” said Dirk.

“Breaking records by Crosby and Stamkos is something else. He’s an all-around player. He has speed, power and skill and is a phenomenal kid.

“Arguably, he’s among the top-five in his age group in all of Canada so if he stays the path, in two years, he could be a top-five or top-10 NHL pick.”

An Edmonton sports talk show this week mentioned Lazar’s leadership qualities. As captain of Team B.C., he asked teammates to watch their language as they greeted young fans.

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Lazar caught up on school work for a few days and was back at practice Thursday afternoon at the Okanagan Hockey Academy in Penticton.

“My legs feel great; I feel energized,” said Lazar, a Vernon product who led Team B.C. to gold in Under 16 hockey at the Canada Winter Games in Halifax.

The hard-hitting, ultratalented centre finished the Kevin Mitchell Games with 12 goals and 17 points after pulling a hat trick in B.C.’s 7-4 final win over Quebec before a tourney record 10,500 fans at the Metro Centre.

The game was also shown live on TV. Lazar broke Stamkos’ tournament goals record and Crosby’s points mark.

“It was one of those tournaments where everything I touched was going in,” said the down-toearth and highly mature Lazar. “It’s funny, I was telling my dad (Dave) I hadn’t scored like that since second-year Bantam. Most of the goals were high glove side so my shot was working.”

There was no time to hold a celebration last Friday night.

“Some of the guys wanted to walk around the hotel and show off their gold medals, but it was 11:45 so it was too late,” said Lazar. “Half the team got up at 5:30 and went for breakfast so they could show people their medals. I slept in.”

Lazar’s helmet has gone to the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. So has Nicolas Petan’s (Delta) stick and Jackson Houck’s (North Vancouver) pants as B.C. won their first hockey gold since a group of Junior B players prevailed in 1979.

“I wished our coaches would have got medals,” said Lazar, always thinking of others. “You’re not going to find a better set of coaches. Russ (head coach Weber of Richmond) said, ‘We’re the Cadillac and they’re just test-riding.’ They kept us going. We watched a lot of video which really helped us.”

Lazar, who was the No. 2 pick in the Western Hockey League Bantam Draft last year, knew about Stamkos’ snipe record entering the final.

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Vancouver’s Karen Miller upended Vernon’s Sherry Heath 7-6 in her second tiebreaker of the day to earn a semifinal berth at the Tim Hortons B.C. Women’s Curling Championships Friday night at the Kamloops Curling Club.

Miller built up a 4-2 lead after three ends, but Heath charged back with three straight singles in four, five and six to take the lead. The two

rinks swapped singles in eight and nine, but Miller used the hammer to count two in 10 to earn the win.

Miller brushed back Salmon Arm’s Wendy Cseke 7-5 in her afternoon tiebreaker. She met defending B.C. and national champion Christine Jurgenson in a Saturday-morning semifinal, with the winner facing Qualicum’s Lynne

Noble in the gold-medal game later that day.

Meanwhile, Jim Armstrong’s B.C. rink is alone in top spot at 6-0 record at the 2011 World Wheelchair Curling Championship in Prague, Czech Republic.

Armstrong is back by third Darryl Neighbour, second Ina Forrest of Armstrong and lead Sonja Gaudet of Vernon.

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Fulton Maroons’ Spencer Kaneda (left) soars past the Sa-Hali Sabres’ Dylan Degebokow right (#4) in Okanagan Valley Senior AA Boys Basketball Championship action Friday night at Vernon secondary.

Sabres rattle Maroons Continued from A20 Meanwhile, Amanda Sakamoto canned 13 points as the Fulton Maroons fell 70-45 to the Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops Friday night.

The Maroons trailed 34-28 at the half, and couldn’t recover against a strong Sa-Hali team.

Fulton got 11 points from game MVP Kelsey Thompson and 10 points from Tavia Lochhead Said Fulton head coach Jim Inglis: “My kids were game and with some luck might have led at the half.

“Down 15 after three (quarters), I emptied the bench early when it was apparent we were gassed and Sa-Hali continued to press, resulting in the big spread.

“In the end their size just wore us out. We did the things we wanted to but couldn’t account for the second half turnovers (18). Losing those possessions and giving those big girls extra chances was more than we could overcome.

Sakamoto overcame a cold start by delivering a game-high 23 points as the Maroons opened Valleys Thursday by swatting the Oliver Hornets 73-68.

Fulton, who led 37-30 at halftime, got 18 points from Thompson and 13 from game MVP Lochead.

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“Amanda, Tavia and Kelsey played their hearts out but so did the rest, whether they played three minutes or 36 (Lochead).”

Karlee Webb didn’t score much but had an outstanding first half with eight rebounds.

Grade 11s Melissa Silva, Danika Serafin and Ty Souque did a bit of everything and Grade 10 call-ups Hana Ouchi and Danielle Olson played some critical minutes and handled their nerves very well.

“Two very evenly matched teams and tonight we just outlasted them,” said Inglis.

■ At the senior AA boys Valleys, Sa-Hali outlasted Fulton 66-62 Friday night at Pleasant Valley Secondary in Armstong.

Fulton opened the tourney Thursday by grounding Princess Margaret 67-58.

“It was close through the first then we pushed a bit in the second and a lot in the third, going out to a 19-point lead,” said Fulton manager Riley Mottus.

Top scorers were Mitchell Rouault (23 points) and Greg Hyde (20 points, 17 rebounds). Dalton Anderson had 15 boards.

In other Thursday action, the Sabres thumped the Summerland Rockets 105-41, the host PVSS Saints outgunned the Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops 75-60 and the Kal Lakers fell 104-17 to the Oliver Hornets.

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Malcolm MacPhee, from Austin Krahn and Braydon Sophonow, and Jared Barendregt, from Joshua Vetter and Sophonow, cut the lead in half before the Rockets scored with three minutes remaining to seal the victory.

Vipers' Michael Hails stood tall in net stopping 54 Kelowna shots, while Vernon managed 21 shots on the Rockets' netminder.

"I thought we played good for 30 minutes," said Vernon head coach Jim Armstrong, whose team trailed 1-0 after 20 minutes. "We need to play well for 60 minutes to beat a team like Kelowna."

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Marshall golden Cross-country skier Alysson Marshall of Enderby won her second gold medal of the Canada Winter Games Thursday in Halifax.

Marshall, who earlier struck silver in the 7.5-kilometre free event, was joined on the podium for the 10-km classic mass start by Team B.C. teammate Andrea Lee (Black Creek) who won the bronze.

Marshall’s other gold came Tuesday in the 1,000m sprint.

Vernon’s Matt Wylie collected a trio of top-10 finishes in cross-country. After earning a ninth-place finish in the men’s 10-kilometre

free, Wylie pocketed fourths in both the 1,000-m sprint and 15-km classic mass start.

He raced in the 4 x 5-km relay Saturday.

Vernon’s Heather Mehain rated 11th in the 1,000-m sprint, 14th in the 10-km classic mass start and 16th in the 7.5 free.

The Team B.C. contingent in Halifax comprises 242 athletes, 74 coaches, three national artists and 22 mission staff.

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Sports INTERIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE (FINAL) TEAM W L OTL PTS Teale Utility Canucks 26 3 1 53 Re/Max Rangers 24 4 2 50 Westwood Cabinets Flyers 20 7 3 43 Royal LePage Whalers 18 10 1 37 Godard Excavating Predators 18 11 1 37 Aquatico Bay Sharks 14 11 5 33 Kal Sports Bar Blackhawks 14 14 2 30 Silver Star Hitmen 13 12 3 29 R.E. Postill & Sons Orphans 13 15 2 28 M&K Ready Mix Bruins 12 17 1 25 Blue Jay Concrete Hornets 10 19 0 20 Kal Tire Knights 9 20 1 19 Maroons 4 26 0 8 SCORING LEADERS: PLAYER GP G A Jason Elders, Canucks 24 84 62 Troy Killingbeck, Canucks 30 40 82 Tyler Quiring, Canucks 23 50 53 Logan Massie, Flyers 27 59 37 Matt Glinsbockel, Flyers 28 43 43 Jarret Watts, Bruins 18 29 54 Mike Tew, Bruins 29 25 44 Darcy Quiring, Canucks 22 16 51 Corey Webb, Blackhawks 27 32 33 Steve Vallier, Rangers 26 33 31 Danny Stein, Predators 25 37 26 Leath Gare, Orphans 22 23 40 Justin Horochuk, Hornets 25 33 29 Duane Dennis, Bruins 20 29 31 Blair Fernley, Hornets 25 30 28 GOALIES GP MIN GA W-L-T Blair Miller, Rangers 28 1260 93 22-4-2 Byron Tiggelaar, Flyers 18 810 77 13-3-2 Brennon Jones, Predators 13 585 57 8-5-0 Steven Clark, Canucks 27 1215 120 23-3-1 Jordan Vallance, Sharks 30 1350 140 14-11-5

GF 288 207 212 145 178 134 159 144 173 200 128 150 114

GA 134 98 135 137 141 145 179 169 182 203 215 255 239

PTS 146 122 103 96 86 83 69 67 65 64 63 63 62 60 58 GAA 3.32 4.28 4.38 4.44 4.67

PIM 8 2 12 8 0 0 12 4 32 12 14 0 0 16 22 SV% .868 .850 .853 .857 .846

VOLLEYBALL CHECKERS BAR & GRILL WINTER VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE SUNDAY TIER 2 WK PTS 6 Knuckle Chuckle 4 28 Checkers 6 Packers 4 24 Ministry of Silly Blocks 0 19 Smash & Bump 1 16 Always Get It Up 3 14 Shot In The Dark 1 12 Dirty 1/2 Dozen 3 10 Socks AAAnd Sandals 2 7 Sweaty Sets 0 7 Net Bumpers 2 3 SUNDAY TIER 3 5 O’Clock Somewhere 4 26 Deep in Dispear 2 17 Bums ‘n’ Roses 2 15 Killer Bees 4 13 Kal Tire 0 8 Six Pack 0 5 KING OF COURT - FEB. 28 POOL A - 8:15 @ SEATON Choke Ballz Deep Young Bucks Big Spank POOL B - 6 @ PV Why Are We Here?

Roll Shot Ministry of Silly Blocks Smack Your Balls POOL C - 7:30 @ PV Hit ‘em High Ol Skool Spiked Punch Turn & Burn POOL D - 9 @ PV Ballers Sloppy Sets Bangarang MONDAY TIER 3 MOUNTAIN WK PTS Possums 4 27 Slammers 0 15 Generally Offensive 2 14 Alexander’s 2 13 All Sorts 2 13 We Be Easy 2 9 FOOTHILLS SNAFU 4 22 Hit & Miss 4 19 Cheeky Monkeys 1 13 Balls Deep 0 12 Safe Sets 0 6 Blockheads 3 4 VALLEY Hardcore Sets 7 28 Over & In 4 27 Kal Hotel Bumpers 1 15 The Megalodons 0 14 Rec Hazard 0 1 QUEEN OF THE COURT - MAR. 2 POOL A - 7:30 @ PV Spike Cats Block’em Sock’em Some Spike It Hot Full Throttle

POOL B - 9 @ PV Shoot Set Diggin & Swingin Wings & A Pint Carpe Digem POOL C - 6 @ PV Sorry Six Joy of Sets Ball Handlers Ball Smashers POOL D - 7:05 @ SEATON Busy Vollees Cheeky Balls Hurricanes Spank POOL E - 8:35 @ SEATON Martini’s Coasters Misfits Cussin B’s WOMEN’S TIER 3 PEAK WK PTS Hot & Spicy 4 26 Court Jesters 3 18 1 Million Served 0 16 East Hill Girls 1 13 Slammers 2 13 Smashed 3 12 The Scramblers 1 9 Spike You’re Out 2 5 MOUNTAIN Sets Appeal 3 22 Hot Flashes 3 18 Win 4 Gin 2 17 Bing Bang Boom 1 13 All Sets Are Off 2 10 Snowball Sisters 1 4 FOOTHILLS Wii Not Fit 3 24 Ball Busters 4 23 Killer Queens 3 14 Transmission Spikers 1 13 Volley Veejays 0 11 Soboe 1 1 CANYON Sugar & Spikes 4 17 Scared Hitless 1 15 Alioup 2 13 Duck 0 13 Can U Dig It 3 11 Lab Brats 2 11 VALLEY Volley Girls 4 23 Drillers 4 22 Serv-ivors 0 16 Bite Me 4 12 Dark Angels 0 6 Diva Nation 0 5 FRIDAY MIXED Snahpro 3 18 Old Kids on the Block 3 14 Coasters 1 11 Over the Hills 1 5 POOL B Triple Action 3 16 Nash’s Nuts 1 14 Incidental Contact 2 12 WYSIWYGS 2 6

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B.C. CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS, FEB. 19 AT OVERLANDER, KAMLOOP LOCAL TOP-10 RESULTS ATOM GIRLS .9 KM RNK Annika Czenczek 2nd Zoe Plummer 3rd ATOM BOYS 1.5KM Torin Andrews 2nd George Wisemand 6th PEE WEE BOYS 1&2 1.5KM Ian Oliphant 2nd Oliver Meyer 6th PEE WEE GIRLS 2&3 3.3KM Paige Latta 2nd Sydney Embleton 10th Emma Smedley 6th PEE WEE BOYS 3&4 3.3KM Aiden Andrews 9th Nolan Bassett 10th Aidan Oliphant 7th JUVENILE GIRLS 5KM Sarah Smedley 9th Deidra Holmwood 10th JUVENILE BOYS 7.5KM Eric Byram 5th JUNIOR WOMEN 7.5KM Kate Eppler 5th Ivy Strother 10th JUNIOR MEN 15KM Cole Hetherington 2nd U23 MEN 15KM David Harbocian 1st OPEN MEN 15KM Skeets Morel 2nd Glenn Bond 3rd Alex Boyd 5th SENIOR WOMEN 10KM Mary Edgar 1st MASTER MEN 31-40 10KM Trevor Embleton 1st MASTER WO MEN 31-40 Marta Green 1st Sarah Purslow 3rd Claudia Richard 4th MASTER MEN 41-50 15KM Darren Derochie 1st Olaf Plummer 8th MASTER WOMEN 41-50 Mae Hooper 3rd Franziska Plummer 4th MASTER MEN 51-60 15KM Olav Stana 1st Dave Dawson 3rd Jeff Curtis 7th George Borchert 8th Doug Geller 9th MASTER WOMEN 51-60 Pat Pierce 1st Sandra Ecclestone 3rd MASTER MEN 61-70 Gerry Breneman 2nd MASTER WOMEN 61-70 Shirley Pommier 1st MASTER MEN 70 Joe Derochie 2nd

BOSTON PIZZA 3-ON-3 POND HOCKEY LEAGUE TEAM W L OTL PTS Mojo’s 18 2 0 36 Screamin’ Eagles 15 5 0 30 BBC Sales Bolts 14 5 1 29 Rice Box Rockets 13 6 1 17 Nolan Mechanical 12 8 0 24 Beavers 12 8 0 24 Auto Spa Ice Hounds 11 9 0 22 Sneakers Sneaky T’s 11 9 0 22 Courtesy Motors Vikings 10 10 0 20 Silver Star Sheet Metal 9 11 0 18 Dinoflex 7 13 0 14 Willms Electric Whalers 4 16 0 8 Hi-Pro Sportswear Diggers 4 16 0 8 Sneakers T-Birds 0 20 0 0 SCORING LEADERS PLAYER G Teagan Blair, Bolts 110 Corey Massie, Chiefs 82 Colin Fitzgerald, Chiefs 62 Niko Siedmann, Nolan Mechanical 83 Tim Proctor, Screamin’ Eagles 61 Jeff Donnelly, Vikings 79 Dalaney Halifax, Chiefs 74 Cory Hewko, Beavers 49 Tyler Quiring, Screamin’ Eagles 61 Logan Massie, Diggers 54 Reid Church, Sneaky T’s 49 Dave Brown, Screamin’ Eagles 47 Don McNeil, Dinoflex 58 Ross Jewell, Beavers 42 John Moesker, Ice Hounds 53

POKER PIRANA POKER TOUR NORTH OKANAGAN REGION PLAYER PTS Fernando Ciarniello 4193 Don Walper 2828 George Weiher 2496 Adam Welsh 1957 Jason Antoine 1818 Mike Montemiglio 1810 Chris Paul 1769 Bruce Coslett 1637 Aaron Erdahl 1466 Art Gourley 1450 Art Lowery 1355 Chilita Valdez 1217 Clarence Alldred 1190 Gary Irvine 1157 Donna Ouellette 1153 TEAM PTS EuroBrats 3380 Bad Bandidos 3072 Ace Holes 2898 Go For Gold 2659 Team Family 2508 Datson 2483 MoneyBoy 2259 ASSO 2254 Cossacks 2167 The Wannabeez 1540

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GF 370 315 312 251 240 266 222 237 209 204 195 206 217 172

GA 216 208 195 194 210 252 205 223 210 241 250 299 316 397

A 51 34 54 26 45 25 29 47 34 29 31 29 16 32 19

PTS 161 116 116 109 106 104 103 96 95 83 80 76 74 74 72

WEEKLY SCORES FEBRUARY 23 Nolan Mechanical 12 Dinoflex 11 Nolan goals: Kevin Kraus (4+5), Niko Siedmann (4+3), Brent Helland (2+4) Goalie: Brad Lauridsen Dino goals: Dale McAllister (5), Dean Ostafie (3), Don McNeil (2+1) Goalie: Chris Boyes Screamin’ Eagles 19 Sneakers T-Birds 4 Eagle goals: Tim Proctor (5+6), Eli Johnson (4+1), Brad Wick (3+7) Goalie: Bruce Shaw T-Bird goals: Richard Louis (2), Shane Altwasser, Mario Richard Goalie: Bob Louis FEBRUARY 22 BBC Bolts 19 Hi-Pro Diggers Bolt goals: Jeff Kuzinar (6+4), Kevin McTaggart (4+3), Jason Carlton (2+3) Goalie: Jesse Hunter Digger goals: Matt Glinsbockel (3), Derek Martin (2+2), Chris Rempel (2) Goalie: Nigel Goolia Rice Box Rockets 14 Beavers 9 Rocket goals: Curt Wallace (3), Gregg Douma (2+3), Steve Ensing (2+2) Goalie: Bryan Marchuk Beaver goals: Linc Dougan (4+1), Mike Sawka (3), Kelly Schommer (1+2) Goalie: Tory Cerney Sneakers Sneaky T’s 14 Autospa Ice Hounds 9 T’s goals: Reid Church (9+1), Elias Wilson (2+2), J.T. Bonneau Goalie: Dave Van Wyk Hound goals: Jason Deboersap (4), Gord Caulien (3), Brent Gennings Goalie: Rob Veenendaal FEBRUARY 21 Mojo’s 17 Silver Star Sheet Metal 8 Mojo goals: Dalaney Halifax (4+2), Rob Anderson (4+2), Colin Fitzgerald (3+3) Goalie: Steve Clarke Star goals: Laird Fawcett (3), Kevin Delaney (2), Doug Fleck Goalie: Jamie Bond Courtesy Motors Vikings 1 Willms Electric Whalers 0 (default)

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PUBMASTERS DART LEAGUE A DIVISION TEAM PTS WK Bud Knights 82 8 Alexanders Predators 61 6 Sneakers Shooters 61 6 Sneakers Bollocks 47 4 Beaking Eagles 45 4 ANAF Spitfires 44 5 ANAF Smokin’ Bulls 32 3 High Scores Men Paul Cavanaugh 140 Ladies Sue Seip 140 High Out Men Randy Seip 96 Ladies Nikki Brown 74 Bull Henry Schulz 80 Rob Cook 62 B DIVISION TEAM PTS WK Legion Legionaires 81 8 Straight Shooters 58 6 Alexander’s Hemy’s 56 6 Double Eagles 52 5 ANAF Drafters 47 4 LA Eagles 40 3 ANAF Paralyzers 38 4 High Score Men Keith Donaghy 156 Ladies Cindy G 134 High Out Men Keith Donaghy 117 Ladies Linda Link 69 Bull Jim Melvin 85

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Happy 102nd birthday to Helen Morning Star Staff

Helen Jakobsh was born Feb. 26, 1909 in the village of Anjelufka, Austria.

She came from a family of 12 children of whom only four survived, with Helen the second to youngest.

Helen was raised on a farm and life was tough through the times of war.

At home, the family spoke German.

And home was where Helen learned to read and write, as going to school was not an option. They had to work hard to survive and the children only attended school through the winter months, where she learned Polish and a third language, Ukrainian, which she picked up from her friends.

Helen later married John and had three children: Joanne, Joseph and Frank.

The family migrated to Canada

in 1949 and settled near Winnipeg, Manitoba, and made their living by farming, growing potatoes, wheat, corn and raising animals. Helen’s husband died in 1978.

Following her son Joseph, who was a minister of the German Church of God, Helen moved to British Columbia and settled in Vernon where Joseph was ministering and Helen lived in a seniors’ complex beside the church.

In 2005, Helen chose Coldstream Meadows to be her home, where she now lives and has made many friends who love and care for her.

She is happy here, but says, “I wait patiently for my permanent home in heaven.�

Helen has 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two greatgreat grand children!

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Helen Jakobsh celebrates her 102nd birthday Saturday at Coldstream Meadows.

Spring break-out is on its way Morning Star Staff

As many as 500 local seniors look forward every year to The Rotary Club of Vernon’s annual Spring Break-out for Seniors.

This year’s event takes place March 16 at the Vernon Recreation Centre. The highly anticipated event has been held for more than 50 years and is a free dinner and dance with live entertainment for local seniors.

Nearly 500 attendees will enjoy a delicious complimentary meal with wine, served by Rotarians themselves. Door prizes, dance performances and live music will round out the fun evening.

The Spring Break-out runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) and allows seniors to get out and have

a social evening at no charge while welcoming the return of spring. The event is made possible through the generosity of local sponsors and volunteers, as well as donations raised from December’s Rotary Carol Festival. It is an opportunity for these valuable members of the community to mingle and meet people of the same age group and share common interests.

The Rotary Club of Vernon also provides free rides for those who do not have transportation of their own.

Admission for seniors is by complimentary advanced ticket only, which can be picked up free of charge from the Vernon Schubert Centre or the Recreation Centre. Requests for rides may also be made at the same time.

The Rotary Club of Vernon is a member club of District 5060 of Rotary International. Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional, and community leaders. Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world.

There are 33,000 Rotary clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas.

Clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races and creeds. As signified by the motto Service Above Self, Rotary’s main objective is service — in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world.

Spearings celebrate 50 wonderful years J. (Val) and Diane Spearing are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this February.

They were married Feb. 25, 1961 in Summerland, B.C. They are wished a happy anniversary on this special occasion by their many friends and especially by their three daughters: Leanne (Ken Leroy) of Langley; Robyn (Mits Miyata) of Port Moody; and Jodi (Bob Skelly) of Coquitlam. They have four grandchildren, Meka and Scott Leroy, and Darien and Lauren Miyata.

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Katimavik volunteers bid farewell to Vernon gram was a mutually rewarding one through which our not-for-profit trade association was able to draw upon the skills, talents and energies of Katimavik volunteers and they were able to acquire valuable experience with community events, communications and marketing in a small business environment, hone language skills, and develop their self-confidence through individu-

ally assigned projects,” said Earl Hansen, executive director, Downtown Vernon Association.

“It has been a privilege to have the Katimavik volunteers here at the Okanagan Science Centre. Their contributions can be seen all over the centre,” said Paula Lambert, executive assistant/volunteer coordinator.

Katimavik extends a sincere thank-you to all

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Society and the Regional District of North Okanagan benefited from Katimavik.

In addition to hours given by the youth to their volunteer-service placements, Katimavik volunteers also found time to lend a hand in many important community events, including the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, the Sunshine Festival and this year’s Vernon Winter Carnival.

“Katimavik has been an excellent program for our community and we were fortunate to have the Katimavik volunteers up at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre,” said Mary Jong, ABNC manager. “They were eager to learn, enthusiastic, and helped enhance our programs, we will miss having them at the Nature Centre.”

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Two Katimavik volunteer groups visited this year. Each Katimavik volunteer averaged 35 hours a week of service with the following organizations: Allan Brooks Nature Centre, Canadian Mental Health Association, Vernon and District Association for Community Living (ACT and Venture Training), Okanagan Science Centre, Vernon Arts Centre, Downtown Vernon Association, The Vernon Winter Carnival, Independent Living Vernon, and the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Over the last six years, other local groups, including The Okanagan Boys and Girls Club, Vernon and District SPCA, North Okanagan Child Care

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An instrumental group of volunteers is saying goodbye to Vernon.

Since 2005, Katimavik has brought 17 groups of young committed volunteers to the community to assist with the needs of local not-for-profit organizations.

Wednesday is the last day of the program for the current group of Katimavik volunteers, and they will say their goodbyes to the residents of Vernon. What makes this year even more significant is that it also marks the departure of Katimavik from Vernon.

Danielle Kraus, communications and development manager explained that it is normal for Katimavik to rotate communities.

“We feel it is important for the program to benefit as many com-

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Students DARE to succeed WAYNE EMDE For The Morning Star

“On a scale of 10, I would rate this program as an 11,” said Katie Dennis, one of four student speakers at Tuesday’s graduation ceremony for 37 Grade 5 students from the DARE (Define Assess Respond Evaluate) program at Coldstream Elementary School.

Over the course of 10 weeks, RCMP Cons. James Spoor volunteered his time and expertise to present the program, which provides students not only with basic information about tobacco, alcohol, marijuana and other drugs, but introduces them to decision-making tools, the knowledge and practice to recognize and resist peer pressure and positive alternatives to drug use and violent behavior in a positive atmosphere.

“I read all your reports last night,” said Spoor, “and there were some good pledges and some good humour as well.”

Spoor has a direct connection with the school because his daughter is a student there.

As an RCMP officer, he has

“The lessons don’t stop here. Life will have a lot of challenges.”

— Cpl. Emilia Hayden seen the consequences of drug abuse, and the program is designed to give younger students the skills and knowledge they need before they reach secondary school.

“Const. Spoor made things fun,” said Dennis.

Cpl. Emilia Hayden, who is responsible for the DARE program in the South East District of B.C. praised the students for the work they had done.

“But,” she said, “the lessons don’t stop here. Life will have a lot of challenges.”

Hayden thanked the parents in attendance at the ceremony, and said that the best drug prevention comes from home.

“I hope you use this program as a gateway, that you keep communication open.”

Parent Christine Magnus said her daughter brought

the program home and talked about it.

“The timing is excellent, and it has opened doors with us.”

Stacy Pavlov said her daughter, Natasha, was excited about taking the program.

“It’s valuable, and easy for the students to understand. At their age, they still listen to what authority has to say, and the seeds have been planted.”

For Spoor, it’s the fifth time he has presented the program, but the first time in Vernon.

“We had smaller classes in Anaheim Lake and 100 Mile House, but the kids here were great.”

After the presentation of their certificates by Hayden, Spoor and Cpl. Gerry Kovacs the students, who wore DARE T-shirts, were treated to cake and fruit drinks.

PHOTOS BY WAYNE EMDE

Kayden Beauregard reads his report on what he has learned during the 10-week DARE program at Coldstream Elementary while Karsen O’Hara and Katie Dennis listen. Alex Jaillet (below) receives congratulations from Cpl. Gerry Kovaks while Const. James Spoor looks on.

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Rotary Club of Vernon’s Annual Spring Break-out for Seniors The Rotary Club of Vernon’s Annual Spring Break-out for Seniors takes place on the evening of Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 at the Vernon Recreation Centre (3310 – 37th Avenue). The highly anticipated event has been held for more than 50 years and is a free dinner and dance with live entertainment for local seniors.

Nearly 500 attendees will enjoy a delicious complimentary meal with wine, served by Rotarians themselves. Door prizes, dance performances and live music will round out the fun evening.

The Spring Break-out runs from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm (doors open at 5:00 pm) and allows seniors to get out and have a social evening at no charge while welcoming the return of spring. The event is made possible through the generosity of local sponsors and volunteers, as well as donations raised from December’s Rotary Carol Festival. It is an opportunity for these valuable members of the community to mingle and meet people of the same age group and share common interests. The Rotary Club of Vernon also provides free drives for those who do not have transportation of their own.

Admission for seniors is by complimentary advanced ticket only, which can be picked up free of charge from the Schubert Centre (3505 - 30th Avenue) or the Vernon Recreation Centre. Requests for drives may also be made at the same time.

For more information, please contact event chair Byron Beck at (250) 545-7753 or shire@shaw.ca.

Rotary Club of Vernon – Ride for Polio The International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians (IFMR) recently announced plans to organize group motorcycle rides to the 2011 Rotary International Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana from several different parts of North America. The Ride for Polio Plus is a special effort to help raise awareness and promote donations in support of Rotary’s continuing effort to eradicate polio everywhere in the world.

The IFMR is asking riders to raise pledges from their local clubs, family and friends for their ride to New Orleans. The goal is an average pledge of $1.00/mile. Clubs along the way are also being encouraged to send riders, to make pledges, and to arrange “meet and greet” events for IMFR members passing through their area.

Plans for four different ride groups, Seattle (riders from the northwest), Sacramento, Chicago and Albany have been set in motion. All will be coming together in Baton Rouge on May 19th for a grand entrance into New Orleans on May 20th. As information about the rides has begun to reach IFMR chapters around the world, inquiries from international riders who also want to participate have already being received.

The International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians is an international fellowship of Rotary Club members who enjoy and share an interest in the sport of motorcycling.

A special IFMR New Orleans 2011 website (http://ifmr2011neworleans.blogspot.com) has been created to provide up-to-date information about the rides and IFMR activities at the convention. For more information, please contact BC Ride Captain Otto Rieve at 250-545-4421 or ottorieve@telus.net.

“Service Above Self”

Rotarians around the world embody the Rotary Motto “Service Above Self” demonstrating exemplary humanitarian service through personal volunteer efforts in active involvement in helping others through Rotary. The four Rotary Clubs in the Greater Vernon area demonstrate this every day through their countless community and international projects.

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The Lower Shuswap Stewardship Society will begin a water quality monitoring project of the Shuswap River later this spring.

Monthly water sampling will be conducted at the rivermouth at Mabel Lake, the Trinity bridge at Ashton Creek and at the Enderby Bridge by trained volunteers. More frequent samples will be conducted during spring freshet.

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“Our group is committed to protecting water quality in the Shuswap River and this project is the first step toward gathering the scientific data to assist us in understanding the current status of water quality.”

Samples will be taken on the same days at all locations and results will be compared to B.C. water quality guidelines. Samples will also be compared from one site to the next to identify potential sources of concern.

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CATHI LITZENBERGER Morning Star Columnist

As I prepare this column, it’s freezing cold and snowing outside! Days like this roll me into the doldrums and I really don’t feel like doing anything except cocooning.

Hopefully spring is on its way soon.

Until then, it’s the perfect time to try some international comfort foods and I’ve chosen Chinese recipes today. According to Wikipedia, Cantonese immigrants, brought in to build the railway in the 1800s, invented Chinese food as we know it today by taking traditional Chinese recipes, adding available ingredients and adapting them to Canadian tastes.

The first Chinese “cafe� was established in Gastown (now Vancouver) prior to the building of the railway and with the encouragement of Scandinavian loggers and millworkers, also became the first Chinese smorgasborg in the country. Labouring for the railway spread Chinese immigrants across Canada and the majority of those who weren’t killed remained here to start a new life. Soon, small Chinese cafes sprung up in every small town and large city across the country, becoming the first to offer ethnic food in Canada.

Today’s recipes include egg rolls, a lovely lemon chicken dish, a fried rice recipe, and a mixed chow mein. The majority of Chinese recipes can be prepped ahead of time but most need to be cooked just prior to eating.

Enjoy.

Egg Rolls (can be halved) 25 egg roll skins Oil for deep frying Filling: 1 lb. large uncooked shrimp, shelled 8 oz. can water chestnuts 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot 1 lb. ground pork 8 green onions, chopped 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced 1/2 Chinese cabbage, finely shredded 1/4 cup dry sherry 4 tsp. light soy sauce 1 tsp. sugar 4 tsp. vegetable oil 3 tbsp. corn starch 1/2 cup cold water Devein and chop shrimp; chop water chestnuts, and grate gingerroot finely.

Combine shrimp, water chestnuts, gingeroot, pork, onions, pepper, mushrooms, cabbage, sherry, sauce and sugar in bowl.

Heat oil in pan, add pork mixture, cook, stirring, for 4 minutes. Remove from pan

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Western-style Chinese food can be made in the home kitchen and is a taste of Canadian history. and cool. Combine cornstarch and water in bowl.

Spoon a tbsp. of filling evenly across one corner of each egg roll skin, fold in sides; roll up in an envelope shape, brushing edges with cornstarch mixture. Deep-fry egg rolls in batches in hot oil until golden and cooked through; drain on absorbent paper.

Lemon Chicken 4 whole chicken breasts 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup water 4 egg yolks Oil for deep-frying 6 green onions, chopped Lemon Sauce: 2 chicken bouillon cubes 3 tbsp. honey 3 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1 tsp. grated gingerroot 1-3/4 cups water 3 tbsp. cornstarch 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Carefully remove skin from chicken.

Using sharp knife, remove meat from breasts to make 8 fillets. Pound chicken lightly to flatten.

Blend cornstarch and water in bowl, add lightly beaten egg yolks; mix to a smooth batter. Dip chicken into batter; drain away excess. Deep-fry chicken in batches in hot

oil until light golden brown and cooked through. Drain on absorbent paper and keep warm.

To make sauce: combine crumbled bouillon cubes, honey, sugar, gingerroot, water, cornstarch and juice in pan, stir over medium heat until sauce boils and thickens. Slice chicken fillets into 3 or 4 pieces, top with lemon sauce and green onions. Serves 4.

Loaded Chow Mein (chicken, pork, shrimp) 1/2 lb. egg noodles Oil for deep frying 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 lb. large uncooked shrimp 1/4 cabbage, finely shredded 1/2 lb. lean pork, chopped 2 tsp. light soy sauce 2 tsp. sherry 1 tsp. cornstarch 1/3 cup vegetable oil, extra 1 tbsp. chopped fresh gingerroot 1 clove garlic, minced 2 medium onions 1 red bell pepper 2 stalks celery 8 green onions, chopped Sauce: 1/2 cup water 4 tsp. light soy sauce 2 chicken bouillon cubes 2 tsp. cornstarch

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Rinse noodles under cold water; drain well.

Spread noodles out on clean kitchen towel on wire rack. Stand at room temperature for 3 hours or until almost dry. Deep-fry noodles in batches in hot oil until golden; drain on paper towels.

Make sauce: Combine water, soy sauce, bouillon, corn starch and sherry in a jug or bowl. Set aside.

Chop chicken into cubes. Shell and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Shred cabbage. Combine chicken, pork, soy sauce, sherry and cornstarch in bowl; mix well.

Cover, stand 1 hour.

Heat extra oil in wok or skillet, add gingerroot and garlic; stir-fry until fragrant.

Add chicken and pork mixture, stir-fry until meat is almost cooked. Add shrimp, stir-fry 3 minutes. Add vegetables and cook 2 minutes. Add sauce, stir until sauce boils and thickens. Serve mixture on noodles.

NOTE: noodles can be cooked and not deep-fried if desired.

Pork Fried Rice 3/4 lb. long-grain rice 3 slices bacon, finely chopped Vegetable oil 3 eggs, lightly beaten 3 tbsp. vegetable, extra 2 tsp. grated fresh gingerroot 3/4 lb cooked pork, thinly sliced or cubed 8 green onions, chopped 1 lb. cooked shrimp, deveined (optional) 1/2 cup fresh peas (optional) 2 tbsp. light soy sauce Add rice gradually to large pan of boiling water; stir well. Boil, uncovered, about 12 minutes or until just tender; drain immediately in strainer, rinse well under cold running water; drain well.

Spread rice evenly over 2 baking sheets and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. If serving the same day, spread on baking sheets, bake in 350 F oven about 20 minutes, stir every 5 minutes.

Fry bacon in wok until crisp. Remove from wok. Heat a small amount of oil in wok, pour in enough beaten eggs to make a thin omelet; turn, cook other side. Remove from wok, repeat with remaining eggs.

Roll up omelets, cut into thin strips. Heat extra oil in wok, add gingerroot, stir-fry until fragrant. Add rice, stir-fry 5 minutes.

Add egg strips, bacon, onion, and shrimp and peas (if using) and stir-fry until heated through; stir in sauce.

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Flexibility is an important part of everyone’s fitness routine but do you really know the correct way to stretch? There is tremendous research on the benefits of stretching yet still so much confusion on the subject but also still so much to learn within the fitness industry.

When it comes to flexibility it usually isn’t as easy as you think. A simple example would be individuals who suffer from tight hamstrings. It can be fairly easy to walk through a fitness facility and find people who struggle with this problem. But is it really the hamstring?

Could it be the fact that your hamstring tightness is coming from an unstable joint? Is stability the issue? Or, is there such an enormous strength difference between opposing muscles that the workload they all should be sharing is happening from one area or one muscle. A weak gluteus (butt) means an overworked hamstring.

Lack of mobility in certain joints can also show up as lack of flexibility. Maybe the joint isn’t moving freely.

Another difference is finding out if the specific muscle is short or stiff. Short muscles have less length along with the connective tissue. A stiff muscle doesn’t like to be stretched. Fascia restrictions and past injuries also play a roll in tightness.

What can you do in order to make some changes? First, it comes down to a proper assessment. Do not just assume that a muscle is tight and do nothing but stretch it. The problem may lie elsewhere.

One of the most important factors in seeing a change is what you do all day long. What posture, position or movement do you do all day that doesn’t allow you to maintain functional flexibility?

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Gen Kelsang Sanden “He will be guiding this special event, to facilitate those attending to receive the blessings of compassion of the female Buddha Tara, that will help guide them along the spiritual path,” said Karen Goodwin, education program coordinator with the Shatideva Buddhist

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From fairy tale romance to reality Morning Star Staff

A couple’s wedding day is often the stuff of fairy tales. But day-to-day life has a way of intruding on the romance.

That’s why Emmanuel Baptist Church and Alexis Park Church, Vernon, are excited to announce an upcoming marriage conference for all married couples (or those contemplating marriage in the near future) in the Vernon and surrounding area. This event will be co-hosted by both churches, but run

by FamilyLife Canada, a not-for-profit organization which holds marriage enrichment conferences throughout Canada all year round.

“Your marriage may have started off as a fairytale romance, but chances are, somewhere along the road, you ran into the brick wall of reality,” said Aaron Wilson, administrator at Emmanuel Baptist.

“In the real world, it takes more than being struck

by Cupid’s arrow to make a marriage thrive. It takes commitment, communication, patience, understanding, sensitivity, listening and selflessness — skills that don’t come naturally to many of us.”

A Day Together will give couples the tools to take their marriage to the next level. Presented

with live speaker couples in a fast-paced, fun-filled, media-driven fashion, couples will laugh and cry their way to better understand each other‚ resulting in a fabulous marriage.

“Full of practical tips, they’ll learn to plan how their marriage can be even better — you will gain a deeper understanding of what marriage can and should be through this cutting-edge, interactive event. Marriage in the real world may not be a Cinderella story‚ but it can still be better than you ever dreamed.”

The conference takes place March 5 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3412-15th Ave., Vernon. However, you can register for the conference by contacting either Alexis Park Church at 250-542-4135 or Emmanuel Church office at 250-545-5941.

Registration will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and the event will finish around 4:15 p.m. To make this conference available to as many couples as possible, costs are being kept to a minimum. There will be a $30 charge for the conference manuals, payable in advance, which couples will be able to take home with them at the end of the day.

For more information, check out the FamilyLife website at www.familylifecanada.com.

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Christians in more than 170 countries around the world and 2,000 communities in Canada will gather Friday for World Day of Prayer.

Locally, St. James Catholic Church will be hosting this year’s event, to be held at Our Lady of the Valley Church.

The women of Chile invite people to reflect on the many gifts that God has given each of us — and our call to share those gifts. Join with them in the celebration as we ask a question that draws us into the bible, into the real context of Chilean lives and communities. There are several steps we will take together as we address the questions asked in this year’s them: How Many Loaves Have You? The Republic of Chile stretches between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountain Range in the extreme southwest of South America. It borders to the north with Peru, Bolivia and Argentina to the east, with Antarctica to the south and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

In the 16th century Spanish explorers came to Chile and went on to conquer it, although there was strong resistance from the indigenous peoples, especially the Mapuches in the south. The conflict went on for four centuries and continues even today with disputes about the ownership of the lands. Chile began its independence Sept. 18, 1810, the date established as “National Independence Day.”

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Guest speaker will be Cathy Brothen who has lived in Chile and worked with the women there.

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Community Calendar FEBRUARY 27 DO YOU ENJOY KNITTING AND CROCHETING? The Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary needs help making slippers, shawls/capes, lap robes, toe cast caps/mitts, toques, mitts, baby layettes, booties, preemie hats, receiving blankets, IV warmers, scarves and fingerless mitts for the patients and residents at the hospital. If you could help, we will supply patterns (not complicated) and yarn, you can do it in your own home. Call Natalie at 250-545-5006.

FREE FENCING LESSON Anyone interested in learning to fence, please come in for a free lesson. For more information please visit www.vernonfreestylefencing.com, or call Matt at 250 306 9253 for more details.

THE VERNON COLLECTORS CLUB MEETS The last Sunday of every month at 7:30 p.m., Us-2-Café, 2904-33rd St. New members and visitors welcome.

FORESTERS WINFIELD BRANCH Meets Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. in the Winfield Memorial Hall, 10130 Bottom Woods Lake Rd. For more info., call Marshall at 250-503-1639.

STAR COUNTRY SQUARES invite you to attend their 3/4 Dance at the Vernon Recreation Centre Feb. 27. Admission at the door with doors open at 1 p.m. Dance starts 1:30 p.m. refreshments at 2:30 p.m.. This dance is designed for new dancers and will have a panel of callers; Westsyde Squares will have New 2U clothing sale. Great time to have fun with square dancers from the Okanagan and Shuswap.

COLDSTREAM CHRISTIAN CHURCH HOLDS GALA Join us Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. for a gala and silent auction at Vernon Christian School, 6890 Pleasant Valley Rd. Advance tickets $20. Funds raised will go to support a mission trip to Haiti to work with “Heart for Home, Haiti” later this year.

COMMUNITY GARDEN REGISTRATION Don’t wait till spring! Registrations are being accepted now for all three community gardens. Several allotments still available. Enjoy home-grown veggies, get some exercise and make new friends. Register in person at Vernon Rec Centre. Visit www. greatervernonrecreation.ca for details or call 250-542-6920 GOSPEL MEETINGS Sundays, 3:30 p.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave, Vernon. Come and hear.

AA MEETS SUNDAYS Simple reflections group (X) open meeting 10 a.m., at VTC 2810-48 Ave. (H) Cherryville 2-4 meeting (H). Open meeting at Gospel Church, Aumond Road, Cherryville. Meets every second and fourth Sunday, 3 p.m.

Into Action Step Group (H) closed meeting 7 p.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27 St. Vernon (back door). Armstrong Pleasant Valley Group (H) closed meeting 8 p.m., United Church, 2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Sunday night recovery group (H) open meeting 8 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Drive, Vernon (H). Handicap access (X) no access.

VERNON TREATMENT CENTRE Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help!

Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for info.

Feature Event: Paddlewheel Park Potluck Dinner and Spring Breakout March 5

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osted by the Okanagan Landing Association and free to members and friends — just bring a “pot” or dessert and share dinner with friends and family. Non members welcome — no charge. New memberships welcome at $15 per family. Come and enjoy an evening of relaxation, view the new Community Hall, built by volunteers and donations after the original hall was destroyed by fire in 1999. Also view the restored historic Station House, relax, and enjoy Okanagan Lake from the sundeck.

Entertainment by Ukuleles for Fun starts at 5 p.m. Also enjoy a display and art sale of limited edition art works. For more information, call 250-542-2500 or e-mail to info@okanaganlanding.com. The event takes place Saturday, March 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Paddlewheel Park Hall, 7813 Okanagan Landing Rd. The Okanagan Landing and District Community Association has been serving the community his thesis. Check out Gabriel’s blogspot. Kalamalka Lecture Theatre 12:30-1:20 p.m., Okanagan College. Presentation is free and free parking in student parking lot during event.

SOLD The Society for Open learning and Discussion meets every Monday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the People Place downstairs. Feb. 28 topic is “Literacy: the triple Rs- are they still relevant in today’s world?” with Debbie Schiller, director of the Junction Literacy and Youth Centre. March 7, we will have a group discussion on “Foreign Aid.” New members and visitors welcome.

UKRAINIAN CANADIAN CONGRESS MEETS Feb. 28 at 2 p.m., Ukrainian Orthodox Church on 27th Street.

ARMY, NAVY & AIR FORCE SPITFIRE UNIT #5 Shuffleboard Mondays at 7 p.m.

CHALLENGING PROGRAM FOR TEENS 12 TO 18 YEARS Are you interested in a youth program that is free to join?

Educational, earn school credits, sports nights, biathlon, marksmanship, abseiling, camping, self discipline, learning leadership, navigation. Come check out 1705 BCD Cadets, which runs to mid-June. Regular parade nights Tuesdays 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; range/marksmanship Mondays 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bring birth certificate and Care Card. For further information, contact Capt. Diane Blain in Lumby at 250547-6403, Capt. Irene Wangler in Oyama at 250-215-1586 or leave a message at 250-503-1705. We meet at Brigadier Murphy Armoury, 1900-29th St. Everyone welcome!

TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) MEETS Mondays at First Baptist Church, 1406-32nd Ave. Weigh-in from 6 to 6:45 p.m. with meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. All ages welcome.

Call Joan at 250-542-9328 or Judy at 250-545-5491.

GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN Support group meets every other Monday at the Schubert Centre.

Great information source. Extended family members welcome. For more information, phone 250-549-3328.

H A L I N A PATTERN DANCERS Welcomes new couples to join and have fun pattern dancing. Practices held every second and fourth Monday at the

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VERNON PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT Support and awareness group meets Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Topics: latest research; Prostate Cancer Canada, B.C. Prostate Cancer Foundation, current status; DVD, “An Orientation to B.C. Cancer Agency Centre for the Southern Interior.” All welcome, especially newly diagnosed men. Cancer survivors available to share their experiences.

KALAMALKA SPEAKERS LUNCH & LEARN SERIES Feb. 28 “Social Potluck” with Gabriel Newman. The dinner table (or family/communal eating venue) is the most important performance ® venue in the world. A great meal in exchange CANINE TEETH CLEANING for stories becomes fodScaling & Polishing without sedation der for Gabriel, who is An inexpensive way to help promote fresher working on his master’s breath and maintain your dog’s healthy smile! thesis in performance FREE CONSULTATIONS art at UBC Okanagan, For Appointment 250-307-4892 with Social Potluck as

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Halina Seniors’ Centre from 2 to 4 p.m. For more info., please call John at 545-0119.

INDEPENDENT LIVING VERNON Hosts a youth support group for people with physical, mental or developmental disabilities called Youth Opportunities Unlimited, aka YOU Group, and open to all youth ages 15 to 29. Group runs all year, Vernon People Place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Mondays for Lifestyle Skills and Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m. for free recreational time. No fees to join or requirements, other than having a disability. Call Crystal at 250-545-9292, ext. 204, for more information or e-mail crystal@ilvernon.ca FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES Ladies Auxiliary meets second and fourth Mondays at 7 p.m.

OKANAGAN TURNER’S GUILD Meets at Vernon Christian School wood shop the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Guests are welcome to visit and see if they wish to join the guild — membership fee $30/yr. Recent lathe projects are on display and we usually have a brief lesson at each session. For info., call Ian at 250-542 7148.

MARCH 1 BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT Group meets March 1 at noon at Boston Pizza. Please call Sadie 250-545-0253 for more information.

TUESDAY EVENING MEDITATION GROUP A short reading, followed by a 45-minute silent meditation at the Okanagan Centre for Positive Living, at our new location, 2913-29th Ave., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

ANAF HOSTS SPORTS FUN Darts Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Army, Navy & Airforce, in the Hangar. Every level of player welcome. Open crib every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Intercity pool fun league every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

HALINA SENIORS CENTRE Bingo every Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. All 19 and over welcome. Call 250-542-2877.

This Week’s Bible Study Session:

The ‘Art’ of Therapy Presenter Llona O’Gorman, BCATR, will offer a brief introduction to art therapy, exploring dimensions of art therapy in practice, and the pros and cons of analysis and interpretation.

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Friday March 11th, 2011 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

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Pre-register at the Family Resource Centre 201-3402-27th Ave. People Place.

Space is limited so don’t delay.

For more information call 250-545-3390

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Come hear about this local group of Bible students and the unique way they approach the Word of God. Come hear what the Bible has to say every Wednesday evening at 7:30pm at the

Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall 9906 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream

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Community Calendar MARCH 1 BUSINESS NETWORKING IN ARMSTRONG Check out our free networking opportunity over lunch with a new interesting topic each meeting! We meet the first Tuesday of every month for lunch. Format: 10 minutes networking with others, one minute optional personal introduction for each attendant, 10 minute speaker, finish up with casual networking over lunch.

Armstrong Inn Banquet Room. To be a future speaker, RSVP to tanyac@dominionlending.ca or call 250-546-3963.

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.

More info. from the Commanding Officer ay 250-503-8345.

THE ENDERBY TOASTMASTERS CLUB Meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Enderby & District Museum, 903 George St. Club provides a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills to foster self-confidence and personal growth. Guests and new members welcome. 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. Drop-in fee $3.36 members/ $4.48 non members. For more information call 250-542-6243.

VERNON PLACER MINERS’ CLUB Meets first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church (basement), 1204 -30 Ave., Vernon. If you are interested in gold panning or mining you are welcome to come to the meetings.

Family-oriented club. Call 250-547-9690 or 250-549-4395.

SINGLE FRIENDS 50+ Weekly coffee, Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Red Barn, Polson Mall.

MONASHEE TOASTMASTERS IN LUMBY Meets every Tuesday from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the Blue Ox Pub. Lunch meet and greet 11:30 to noon, formal meeting runs 12:05 to 12:55 to enable working people to attend. We heartily welcome guests to come and see what Toastmasters is all about: learning leadership and public speaking skills with a fun and supportive group of people. Drop in or for further information call Louise at 547-6480 or Marjorie at 547-2020.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR SENIOR PARENTS For seniors parents of children with developmental disabilities, meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at Schubert Centre meeting room, 3505-30th Ave. Join us for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to connect with other senior parents facing similar joys and challenges. For info., call Julie at 250-307-4216.

POWERED PARAGLIDING CLUB Join the Okanagan Free Flyer’s Powered Paragliding Club and take to the skies under a paraglider with an easy foot-launched backpack model engine.

Good chance to meet up with fellow pilots and cruise around the beautiful Okanagan. Meets Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Call James at 546-2812 or e-mail james@gojoli.com for regular meeting times, locations and more information.

RESTORATION AND HEALING FOR WOUNDED SOULS A Christ-centred approach to recovery from Life’s Controlling Problems. Everyone welcome, every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Vernon Family Church (beside Lincoln Lanes). Call Bonnie at 306-6187 or Wayne at 542-5878.

COCAINE ANONYMOUS MEETS Every Tuesday at 8 p.m., at All Saints Anglican Church, 3205-27th St. If you think you have a problem with cocaine, please join us.

FREEDOM GROUP MEETS Every Tuesday at 1 p.m., Upper Room Mission. This group is intended to give support to people who want to quit the use of hard drugs. While it does accept total abstinence, it does not require it to join.

KIWANIS CLUB OF VERNON FOUR SEASONS Meets Tuesdays at noon at Schubert Centre. New members welcome.

For more information, call 545-8650.

ARMSTRONG LIONS CLUB, BINGO Every Tuesday at the Oddfellows Hall, 3005 Wood Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bird starts 6:50 p.m. Please note: new location, new games.

SENIORS LUNCHES AT ARMSTRONG LEGION Wednesdays at noon at Branch 35 for $6. To reserve, call by noon on Tuesday, 546-8455.

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER LESSONS Offered by Independent Living Vernon for $2. We have time available Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Please call and book time at 250-545-9292.

We are in the People Place, room 107.

UPCOMING THE LADIES NEWCOMERS SUPPER CLUB Meets the first Wednesday of the month. If you are new to Vernon and area, join us for our monthly suppers. We want to meet you.

Call Rosie for details at 545-1489 or Kathy at 545-4185.

VERNON AND DISTRICT KENNEL CLUB MEETS The first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Opportunity to connect with others involved in many different dog sports in the area. A fun club with friendly people, new members always welcome. Call Jayne at 250-545-0187 for more information.

MONTESSORI MEETING Come and find out more about School District 22’s best kept secret. We offer a Montessori education at Okanagan Landing school and it’s free! Next meeting of Vernon Montessori Society March 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the school. Childcare is available. For more info., contact vernon-montessori@hotmail.com or OKL at 250-542-1181.

FULTON DRY GRAD FASHION SHOW 2011 March 2 at Clarence Fulton School, 2301 Fulton Rd., 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds to the Fulton Dry Grad.

OPTIMIST CLUB March 2 information meeting, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Looking for people interested in forming a Vernon chapter of the Optimist Club (dedicated to “Bringing Out The Best in Kids”). Info session at Vernon Curling Club.

For info., see www.optimist.org or call 250-545-6221.

THE NORTH OKANAGAN NATURALIST CLUB MEETS March 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Lodge. Guest speaker will be Lisa Scott, on the subject, “Wildlife Tree Stewardship.”

MUNICIPAL PENSION RETIREES’ ASSOCIATION Quarterly meeting for the Greater Vernon area March 3 at 1 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Agenda includes election of officers. There will be a presentation about fun things to do with your digital pictures. Anyone receiving a BC Municipal Pension including retirees from health care, local government, school district, police and fire is welcome to attend.

All members are encouraged to bring a new member with them. For information contact Jane at 250-260-6199.

FRIENDS OF HISTORY MEET March 3 at 10 a.m. in The Pantry meeting room. Guest speaker will be Vivian Merchant on the topics of the “Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary,” Miss Lydia Bishop and her family. Lunch is available and everyone is welcome to attend.

WONDERCAFE.LIVE! IN LUMBY Presents “Something Fishy: Wild Salmon & the Wilsey Dam,” featuring Priscilla Judd and Michelle Nickerson, advocates from Middle Shuswap Wild Salmon Society. Participate in presentation and discussion of issues around habitat changes needed in this area. Gather March 4 at Lumby United Church Hall, 7 to 9 pm. Fair-trade Thai coffee and organic teas. By donation.

Questions? Dave at 250-547-6368 or daboss1@telus.net.

PRESENTATION FOR COMMUNITY LEADERS in government, business, health, education and aboriginal communities are invited to be our guests March 4 from 7:30-9 a.m., Vernon Lodge. Breakfast and presentation with Dr. Paul Kershaw, Ph.D, UBC, one of Canada’s leading thinkers about family policy. Event free but space limited. Contact coordinator@noecdcoalition.ca to reserve. Sponsored by North Okanagan Early Childhood Development Coalition.

BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASS March 4 from 7-8:45 p.m. Vernon library, 3001-32nd Ave. The class topic will be “Understanding Karma and Future Lives.” Drop-in class.

Fees adults $10, students and seniors $5. For more info., see www.dorjechang.ca or 250-558-0952. No fragrance please.

CONCERNED ABOUT EFFECTS OF TV ON KIDS? Concerned about the effect of TV, computers and video games on young children? Cris Rowan speaks to parents about Children and Technology: Finding the Balance. March 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr. Cost $5 per individual or family at the door or pick up ticket

from preschools, daycares, Child Care Resource and Referral, Science Centre, Family Resource Centre. Children’s activities/ child care available so make it a family night. If you need child care, please contact coordinator@noecdcoalition.ca or 250549-9178. Rowan is the author of Virtual Child.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2011 March 4 at 1:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 10102 Middleton Dr., Coldstream. This year’s World Day of Prayer service, written by the women of Chile, reflects on the theme “How Many Loaves Have you?” All members of the community invited to join in this worldwide event by attending the service which is coordinated and represented by local churches.

MARDI GRAS FUNDRAISER March 5 at St. James School, 6 p.m. til midnight. Pub food, live and silent auction, cash bar, dancing to Kath and the Tomcats. Proceeds to be split between St. James School and NOYFSS (North Okanagan Youth and Family Services Society). Tickets $25 each available at St. James school and NOYFSS. MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT SEMINAR March 5 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., registration 8:30 a.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3412-15th Ave. Cost is $30 per couple. For all couples seeking to strengthen and improve their marriage.

Hosted jointly by Emmanuel and Alexis Park Churches. To register, contact Aaron at 250-545-5941 or e-mail embaptist@telus.net or Liz at Alexis Park Church, 250-542-4135.

ENDERBY SEED SWAP March 5 at A. L. Fortune secondary, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. More than 30 vendors selling seeds, vegetables, baking, foods, crafts, and other products. Info. and demos throughout the day. Admission $3 for adults, free for children, students. Discounts on beverages if you bring your own cup. For info. call 250-832-2355 or 250-838-6581.

ANIMAL CARE SOCIETY SILENT AUCTION March 5 in the Village Green Mall centre court. Bid on art work donated by local artists and collectors. All proceeds to our lifesaving emergency vet care and spay/neuter assistance programs.

Donation of auction items greatly appreciated. Please phone Heather at 250-542-7203 or Pat at 250-545-5724.

CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION Year of the Golden Rabbit, traditional Chinese dinner, nine courses; slide presentation on China Exploration Tour 2010. Apple Lane Restaurant, 3313–31st Ave. March 6 at 6 p.m. Cost: $50 per person (tea, coffee, tips included). No-host bar, silent auction. Net proceeds support North Okan. Hospice Society. Limited tickets in advance from Ghee or Teresa Hwang at 250-549-1356.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY The Vernon Women’s Centre holds annual celebration March 6 at Schubert Centre, 10 a.m. until noon. Continental breakfast, speakers, activities, door prizes, and more. We are celebrating everyday warrior women. Please feel free to bring a picture or a story of a woman who inspires you! Tickets are $7 at the door.

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He’s been embodied by the late Aussie actor Errol Flynn, by Cary Elwes in Mel Brooks’ naughty Men in Tights, as well as by Kevin Costner in an American accent.

Even Daffy Duck has held up a staff, to the detriment of his flappable beak, as the most famed medieval folk hero of them all.

And now some Vernon Secondary School students are donning green tights and tunics to pay homage to the legendary Robin Hood.

Robin Hood: The Musical, which opens in VSS’s auditorium Thursday, is definitely not as serious, or as bloody, as the recent film adaptation by Ridley Scott, starring Russell Crowe. However, it is set during the same time, when King Richard the First “the Lionheart” and his successor, John, taxed the peasants of England to pay for the Crusades.

“Robin Hood was the Batman of his time, battling the cor- — Mary rupt politicians,” said VSS drama teacher Mary Niedballa, who is directing her first big musical at the school, but has directed many before as the former drama teacher at Kalamalka Secondary.

Robin Hood: The Musical stays true to the medieval theme, and even features sword and staff fighting scenes –– a tip to the film that starred Flynn and Daffy –– but it’s also funny.

“At first we thought about modernizing it completely, but I like the fact it’s a folk tale.

We do take liberties with the humour. It’s cartoon-like and silly, but not as lewd as Men in Tights. It’s more like Monty Python meets Robin Hood,” said Niedballa.

The script, which is geared for families –– from grandparents to five year olds –– follows the familiar story of Robin and his brotherhood of Merry Men, however, there is a twist, and it comes in the form of

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Instead of the Sheriff of Nottingham acting on behalf of evil Prince John, he is at the service of the prince’s cousin, Lady Merle of Cornwall, who has engaged John to the sweet Maid Marian.

“She calls the sheriff a buffoon,” said Niedballa. “(The sheriff) is also married in the play with a wife and daughter, who are just as silly.”

Leading the charge against the Lady and her sidekick are Robin, Friar Tuck, Little John and Will Scarlett. But just as integral to the story is Maid Marian, her ladyin-waiting Annabelle, and other characters such as Little John’s daughter Beth and her Mother Meg. With 33 students in the cast and six crew members, some of the leading roles have been doubled. However, the Merry Men, Friar Tuck and Little John, and Beth are played by the same student for consisNiedballa tency, said Niedballa.

Adding to the fun are the eight musical numbers, some of which include the whole cast, and scenes that spill out into the audience.

The cast had a chance to try on their costumes –– and yes, that includes tights –– at the Winter Carnival parade earlier this month.

“Our float won second place at the parade. It was a great bonding experience and they really enjoyed it. It was a great way to boost their pride,” said Niedballa, adding she didn’t have to plead that much to get her lead and some of his Merry Men to put on the aforementioned leotards.

“I told them the play has to be historically accurate,” she laughed. “They all have their own goofy sense of humour, so it really was no problem.”

Also helping with the production are Elaine Veil, who worked with Niedballa on a number of Kal musicals, who accompanies

“Robin Hood was the Batman of his time, battling the corrupt politicians.”

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Friar Tuck (Peter McKillop) uses his staff against Robin Hood (Will Powls), while the Sheriff of Nottingham (Anders MacIntyre), back left, Mother Meg (Jolene Gilmore), Maid Marian (Zoe McNair) and Annabelle (Sidney Acton) look on. Vernon Secondary School drama presents Robin Hood: The Musical at the school auditorium starting Thursday. on piano, parents and students who sewed costumes, and VSS teachers Laurie Ann Lorge and Mike Allen, who loaned their time and expertise.

Robin Hood: The Musical runs Thursday,

March 3 to Saturday, March 5 and March 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., with a Saturday matinee March 5 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 for children and youth, and $7 for adults, available at the door or in advance at Nolan’s Pharmasave.

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is the one category that you CAN bet the farm. Go ahead. The guy’s won every other known piece of hardware (Golden Globe, SAG. Critic’s Choice, Nobel...

BEST ACTOR: well, OK, maybe not that If I could stuff the last one) for his role in envelope, the winner Jason Armstrong The King’s Speech – and, would be... Colin Firth. thank goodness, he’s won And he will be. In fact, this them deservedly.

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The buzz for his flick, The Social Network, has tapered off somewhat, but there’s no denying it was an extremely well constructed motion picture, so full credit to the man who did the heavy lifting.

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Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush from The King’s Speech, left, and Black Swan’s Natalie Portman are all up for Oscars.

If I could stuff the envelope, the winner would be, The King’s Speech.

I know, I’ve said a few times, I thought the best movie of the year was The Fighter. And truthfully, I still do. But after seeing The King’s Speech a couple of times now, I’ve grown very fond of it.

The period piece really is a remarkable film. Remarkable enough, I figure, to win the big one. I wouldn’t be shocked if The Social Network pulls off an upset, but I wouldn’t count on it either.

PREDICTION: The King’s Speech.

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nternational bestseller Henning Mankell, –– The Informationist by Taylor Stevens. who published his first Kurt Wallander In this debut novel, Stevens draws on her novel in the U.S. in 1997, may not have experience of being raised in the Children of captured the imagination of North American God cult, and takes a great new action heroreaders in the same way as his fellow Swede, ine, androgynous Vanessa Michael Munroe, Stieg Larsson, did with the Millennium trilfrom Texas to Africa. ogy, but fans of Swedish crime fic–– Guilt by Association by tion will welcome what Mankell has Marcia Clark. announced will be the last in the Still best known as the lead detective series, The Troubled Man, prosecutor in the O.J. Simpson case, (published next month) about a Clark makes her fiction debut in retired Swedish naval commander this novel, which introduces L.A. haunted by an incident during the deputy DA Rachel Knight, whose Cold War. appealing personality combines Mankell’s title is one of strength of character with compasPublisher’s Weekly top 10 mysteries sion and all-too-human foibles.

Maureen Curry and thrillers to be published this –– Red on Red by Edward spring.

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The other noteworthy titles include: The author’s experience in ––The Trinity Six by Charles Cumming. the NYPD was the subject of his The British author’s fifth spy novel supmemoir Blue Blood, and is put poses that in addition to the “Cambridge to fine use in this fiction debut Five,” there was a sixth man who betrayed about a New York City police his country to the Soviets during the Second detective who investigates a susWorld War and after. pected dirty cop.

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Vernon’s Jodi Pederson has been nominated for a People’s Choice Award at the 2011 B.C. Interior Music Awards.

Others nominated include Sasha Lewis of Salmon Arm, Kamloops’ Kira Gosselin, Kelowna band Trinity’s Tattoo, Kelowna’s Leah West and Dominique Fraissard of North Slocan Valley.

They now start with a clean voting slate in Astral Radio’s online People’s Choice contest, open until April 9.

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With funding from the Assembly of B.C. Arts Councils and support from The Arts Council of the North Okanagan, the unique show highlights 22 local artists paired with local food and/or chefs.

Patrons who attended the opening reception Feb. 16 saw works produced in clay, glass and fibre and also paintings, drawings and photographs all celebrating the wealth of local food.

“Some artists matched with local chefs to create masterpiece foods to suit that particular dish,” said Patricia Doyle of Bella Vista Glass, who is participating in the event.

“That dish was then photographed and returned to the show.”

Other artists contacted local food producers in order to design their pieces.

“It is hoped this is the first of many events highlighting the wealth and benefits of locally produced art and food, and how they add a richness to our sense of community,” said Doyle.

Chefs and businesses who eagerly embraced the project include Ross Derrick and David

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Paperboy, along with Kelowna heartthrobs Fields of Green, are getting ready to rock the crowd at Monashee’s Bar and Grill Thursday.

Paperboy members Cameron Lutz, Braeden Otter, and Luke Mortenson are no strangers to rowdy crowds, or their mothers for that matter.

Over the last five months since the band’s inception, the guys have released a full-length album, played more than 20 shows, and rocked just about every onlooker out of their socks.

“We move fast,” said guitarist and singer Mortenson. “We wanna cover as much ground as possible. We have already got some festivals lined up as well as bigger venues on the horizon.”

And the Vernon band is looking forward to playing back in its hometown.

“Every time we play our hometown we feel the love, everyone and their mom comes out,” said Mortenson.

One can hardly blame their parents for checking out the show as the boys have crafted a sound that spans genres and decades.

Asparagus Community Theatre Presents

“Whether you like Stevie Wonder, Al Green, John Mayer, or Johnny Cash, (we) will surely have something for you,” said Mortenson.

Joining Paperboy for the evening is Kelowna’s infamous Fields of Green.

The young rock quartet is something not to be missed, said Mortenson.

“Their fusion of spicy rock grooves laden with piano cadences, and the hardest hitting drummer you’ll ever see, will get you moving to the pulse of their music,” he said. “They’re one of my favourite groups; the way they seamlessly move as one sound is amazing, and they’re handsome as all get out to boot.”

Both bands will have CDs for sale, and their music can also be heard online on CBC Radio 3.

Thursday’s gig at Monashee’s kicks off at 10 p.m. No cover.

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What started with two employees in a small office in 1985 has blossomed into an integral community organization of 35 dedicated workers.

Originally created to support small business during the turbulent economic times of the mid-80s, Community Futures North Okanagan has spent the last 25 years boosting entrepreneurial spirit through a bevy of employment and economic development programs and a hugely successful business-lending program.

In that time, Community Futures has provided more than $20 million in loans to small businesses in agriculture, forestry, retail, service, manufacturing, construction and non-profit enterprises, creating and maintaining nearly 3,000 jobs. Last year alone, they handed out loans totaling more than $1.2 million to 26 businesses. “The goal was to help out rural communities during difficult economic times. That’s where it started and that is where it has continued to go for 25 years,� said general manager Jane Lister, who joined the not-for-profit organization in 1990.

Over the years, Community Futures has had more than 100 staff members, 48 board members and countless other volunteers who sit on various committees. Many of them were among the 150 guests who attended an anniversary celebration at the Performing Arts Centre. “It is the people who have driven the ideas, the visions, the projects and made things happen on the ground. That’s what makes this place tick,� said Lister. “It’s not any one specific project or person that drives this thing. It’s the community of people.�

Also attending the celebration were a host of community partners and business clients, some of who shared their experiences in dealing with Community Futures.

Manon Care is a co-owner of Care Systems Services, a Vernon-based energy management firm specializing in HVAC (Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning) maintenance and control systems. About 10 years ago, she and husband, Cory Care, approached Community Futures to borrow $50,000 to expand their growing business.

In operation since 1992, their company now employs 20 people. “If it wasn’t for Community Futures, we wouldn’t be here today,� said Manon. “The banks wouldn’t even look at us (for a loan). Community Futures will sit down and look beyond what the banks will look at. “They make such a big difference in the business community here. They really assist you in understanding what businesses have to deal with here.�

Since then, Care Systems has made use of Community Futures’ employee training programs and business information seminars. “I’ve never been one to look for a handout, but in recent years the economy has been tough. When you need assistance to train your people, they’re there.�

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Cory and Manon Care, owners of Care Systems Services Ltd., share their experience with Community Futures North Okanagan at the organization's 25th anniversary celebration at the Performing Arts Centre.

There are 34 Community Futures across B.C., each one with its own specific regional employment needs. Lister notes the one common thread among them is the business lending program. “Other projects come and go, employment services ramp up, ramp down, but the business lending is the one stable thing year after year,� she said.

It doesn’t seem to mat— Jane Lister ter how the economy is faring, businesses always seem to line up to access Community Futures’ services. In difficult times, they assist struggling businesses and people who are unemployed.

When times are good, they help them grow and expand.

“The goal was to help out rural communities during difficult economic times.�

“It just shifts as to what you’re working on,� explained Lister. “When the economy was flying in 2005, we had very different issues. Employers and the business community was very concerned about a lack of labour. We were doing a lot of initiative around attracting labour and human resource management.�

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Dr. Paul Kershaw is a farmer morning and night. By day, he is an academic, public speaker, media contributor and volunteer.

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He believes change is necessary because B.C.’s middle-class struggles are having harmful consequences for the next generation of children.

Statistics indicate 30 per cent of the province’s children arrive at kindergarten developmentally vulnerable, and most are not poor.

Kershaw will be the key speaker at a breakfast presentation Friday morning (7:30 to 9 a.m.) at the Best Western Vernon Lodge to discuss the benefits of investing in smart family policy.

He argues that to do so would eliminate avoidable vulnerability in families with young children, which will save the B.C. business community a billion dollars per year by reducing employee absenteeism, recruitment/retraining costs and employee benefit expenditures.

Because children who are not school-ready when they start kin-

dergarten are less likely to be jobready when the graduate, the longterm returns to smart family policy investments are enormous, growing the B.C. economy by 20 per cent and paying down the provincial and federal debt before children in kindergarten today will graduate.

Kershaw adds these economic benefits support the long list of social reasons to invest in smart family policy, including crime reduction, gender equality, health promotion and inter-generational justice.

An advocate of policy change, Kershaw devotes time to liaise with leaders in government, the business community and not-for-profit sector. He does not shy away from tough issues. On radio he has been labeled a “boomer hater� because he speaks about inter-generational inequities between baby boomers and the generations that follow.

A self-proclaimed feminist, he chides the personal and policy decisions by which many men evade their share of caregiving work, and subsequently miss out on the joys that come with caring.

He is also a critic of the Canadian medical system, saying it shows more of a disease fetish than an aspiration to promote health by investing in families with young kids.

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Busts of Robert Burns, Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson look out at visitors to the Writers’ Museum. villains who skulked in the dark corners of the city’s byways.

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City is ‘intoxicating’ Continued from previous page Small enclosures known as “closes” lead off the main street each with their own stories, their own secrets.

In Anchor Close, I cock my ear trying to catch the clatter of a printer echoing down the centuries as the very first edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica rolls off the presses. At Boswell’s Court Close (now the Witchery Restaurant) I wonder what Dr. Samuel Johnson would have chatted about while dining there with his biographer James Boswell? Would Robbie Burns who once lived in Baxter’s (Baker’s) Close downed a wee dram or two at nearby Deacon Brodie’s Tavern? And what mission was Daniel Defoe on when he worked as a secret agent for the British in a room at Fishmarket Close?

Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson and Robert Burns are literary icons. But what did they actually look like?

To find out, I climb the uneven steps to the

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Writers’ Museum in the 17th century building known as Lady Stair’s House.

The young Sir Walter, is soft featured and has a slightly dimpled chin above his high collar; Stevenson has a narrow, clever face, with a droopy moustache, and Robbie B. ever the darling Scottish bard, is a dashing young dude. I can see why his romantic dalliances set the ladies’ hearts a-flutter.

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Among those bizarre, but true, oral tales is the story of Deacon Brodie who lived in Brodie’s Close. By day Brodie was a pious, well-respected citizen and city counsellor, by night, however, a womanizer, gambler and thief.

He was eventually

convicted and given what Angus calls “a suspended sentence” – i.e. he was suspended by the neck from a hangman’s noose. Deacon Brodie despite his notoriety — or perhaps because of it — achieved immortality. He was the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s schizophrenic Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

After lunch, with time whizzing by, I pay a quick visit to the Elephant House cafe, unimpressive but for its claim to fame as one of the places where Rowling wrote the early Harry Potter stories. It is filled with student types, tourists, and a noisy babble of conversation.

Edinburgh’s vitality is like oxygen in the bloodstream, a rush of images, places, lives and dreams. Mesmerizing and compelling. And also just as Angus says, “intoxicating and addictive”.

Margaret Deefholts is with Travel Writers’ Tales, an independent newspaper syndicate.

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from Dean Chapple at H&R Block This column is directed to young people and their parents. Two good reasons to file a tax return for the 2010 year: GST credits and BC Sales Tax Credit. GST credits are paid quarterly - July, October, January and April, following the end of the current taxation year. Anyone turning 19 years of age will start receiving their GST cheque the first quarter after their birthdate, but only if they filed a tax return when they were 18. For example, if you turn 19 in August 2011 you will start to receive GST credits in October 2011 if you filed a 2010 tax return. The BC Tax Credit of $75 for 2010 tax year, will now be administered by the GST department and added to the clients GST payments.

If you have a T4 from employment, as a student, you stand a good chance of getting a refund of taxes paid. Don’t disregard your T4 – if you are in doubt as to whether you should file or not come in and talk to one of our tax specialists free of charge and you might be pleasantly surprised.

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So a big thanks to: AE Berry Insurance Video Express Baron Insurance Vernon Guardian (Enderby Drug Store) Baron Insurance Enderby First Choice Hair Cutters Brouwer Claims Vernon Home Hardware Building Centre BCAA Insurance Vernon Electronics Brouwer Claims Kamloops Central Hardware Capri Insurance Johnston-Meier Insurance Delaney Properties Ltd.(Century 21) Ackland- Grainger Crawford & Company Star Bucks Hub international Healthy Spot Pet Nutrition & Supply McLeod Agencies Andre’s Audiotronic McLarens Panago Pizza SPECS Ltd. Teeter Totter Toys NOR Renovations Bookland NuFloors Dr. Dale K. Henry Valley Wide Windows Doors And More Domino’s Pizza On Side Restoration - Craig Hogarth Voets Coffee J3C Services Future Shop DB Electric OJ Boissenault Neville Byles & Family Roger’s Video Vernon Square Carl Basher

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VERNON’S SEWING SCHOOL Learn to sew or expand your skills

Horoscope

BY BERNICE BEDE OSOL An impressive opportunity is likely to be offered you in the year ahead, which, if handled correctly, could advance your career.

Once you get your foot in that door, make sure you make the most of this rare advantage.

PUZZLE NO. 203

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) A good friend who usually does what s/he can for you might be tied up, so understand why this person isn’t coming through for you. Don’t burden him/her with feelings of guilt.

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 203

HOW TO PLAY: Fill-in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Don’t get too carried away championing an unpopular cause, regardless how much you care about it.

Go with the flow of the thinking and don’t be a bore.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Take care that you don’t get so caught up in a game that you start to take it or winning too seriously.

It could cause you to make everybody else feel uncomfortable if you aren’t the victor.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Keep friends out of a petty squabble you get into with another. Doing so would put them in an extremely awkward position if they feel they are being asked to choose a side.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Don’t attempt taking on a complicated task that you’ve never done and lack any know-how.

Chances are you’ll bungle the job and screw things up so badly, it’ll have to be totally ditched.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) It doesn’t take someone with a master’s degree to figure out that if you spend far more than you have, you’ll find yourself in a deep financial hole.

Don’t go against the obvious.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Know when it is time to fight and when it is time to stay quiet. Don’t push and shove when you should

be standing still, but don’t stand still when something really important is at stake either.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Guard against an inclination to negatively prejudge an event or what kind of people will be there. Going in with a negative attitude will insure that you fulfill your expectations.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Treat your credit cards with respect or else you could wind up maxing them out and end up with no credit at all. Avoid all debit spending and live within your means.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) You’re likely to be far too vulnerable where your ego is concerned, so in order to offset this, it’s important you not take life, yourself, or others too seriously. Laugh and the world laughs with you.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Normally you’re not someone who lets others do your thinking for you, but for some reason you might do just that. Sadly, the counsel offered may be way off base.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

HORMONES

For further information please call the Okanagan Symphony office at (250) 763-7544 or visit us at #239 - 1889 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5V5.

Q: I am having problems with sleep, sex drive, hot flashes and weight gain. What can I do?

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THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 2011 5:00 PM RAMADA HOTEL CONFERENCE CENTRE 2170 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC Registration begins at 4:30 pm at the doors.

All Symphony Subscribers and members are encouraged to attend.

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Frank and Ernest

Moderately Confused

Bridge by Phillip Alder Dorothy Parker said, “This is not a novel to be tossed aside lightly.

It should be thrown with great force.”

Sometimes a player has an absolute maximum for his bidding. If partner then announces interest in a higher contract, the player should try to express his extra values.

In this deal, what contract would you like to reach?

After South’s opening one-spade bid was raised to two spades, South wondered if a slam might be makable.

He rebid three clubs, knowing partner would treat it as a help-suit game-try, but also aware that he would get a

better idea of the force of partner’s hand.

North had a maximum nine points with two aces. He expressed that by raising to four clubs, which said that he was willing to play in four spades, but he had a maximum with club length (which, admittedly, would usually be five cards).

Then South used Blackwood before bidding seven clubs.

West led the heart king. Yes, he might have preferred a trump, but it would not have mattered.

Note that in seven clubs there are 13 tricks: six spades, one heart, one diamond and five clubs, four from winners and one from either a heart

ruff in the South hand or a diamond ruff in the dummy. But note that in spades or no-trump, there are only 12 tricks.

This deal highlights the advantage of a 4-4 fit, which would be worth only four tricks in no-trump or as a side suit, but generates a fifth trick as the trump suit.

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Obituaries

Obituaries

MELNICHUK, Timothy

1946 – 2011 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Timothy Melnichuk on February 24, 2011 at Hospice House, Vernon, BriƟsh Columbia. Timothy was born April 19, 1946 in Benito, Manitoba. He was predeceased by his brother, Walter, February 2010. Timothy will be forever missed and loved by his brother, Steve, and sisters, Elsie Burt and Helen Gilmour, all of Vernon. At Timothy’s request there will be no service.

Arrangements entrusted to Personal AlternaƟve Funeral Services Vernon 250-558-0866, Armstrong 250-546-7237

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TODD, Roland Stanley

April 26, 1923 – February 11, 2011 It is with hearƞelt sadness that we announce the passing of Roley Todd on February 11, 2011 in Vernon, BriƟsh Columbia. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Eleanor McNaughton; sons Derek and Rory; daughter Cindy and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. In keeping with Roley’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. Expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family by email: vernon@myalternaƟves.ca Arrangements entrusted to Personal AlternaƟve Funeral Services Vernon 250-558-0866, Armstrong 250-546-7237

Announcements

MODIN

Anna Modin passed away peacefully in Vernon Jubilee Hospital on February 23rd, 2011 at the age of 79 years. She is survived by her loving family: daughter Bonnie (Curtis) Latham; granddaughters: Valerie, Erin, and Tanys, and two sisters, Marie, Ruth, and their families. In lieu of Àowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Anna may do so to their charity of choice. A family gathering will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be offered at www.pleasantvalleyfh.com

Cards of Thanks Thank you to St. Jude, St. Joseph and Blessed Mary for Intercession and fulfillment of all petitions. Faith never fails.

Information Dementia Screening, coaching, cueing, supervision, respite care - Phone Mark Roberts-Seymour Cell 250558-8792 IF you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours.

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Lost & Found Vernon & District Animal Care Society Lost & Found Cat Registry

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Winifred Alice Haggerstone Winifred Alice Haggerstone (nee Holland) passed away at Noric House in Vernon on February 11, 2011. Her husband Edwin George (Ted) predeceased her in August of 2007.

Winifred (Wyn) was born on January 3, 1922 in London England. She immigrated to Canada in 1927 along with her parents and brother. They initially lived in Vancouver and then moved to the gold mining community of Pioneer, located in the Bridge River Valley. It was there that she and her 7 brothers and sisters grew up and it was there that she met Edwin (Ted) Haggerstone. Wyn and Ted fell in love and were married in Vancouver in November of 1942.

Following the war, Wyn and Ted returned to Pioneer where their ½rst two children, Bruce and Jain were born. In 1952, the young family moved to Revelstoke: a beautiful community nestled in the Columbia valley between the majestic Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges. In 1960, Wyn had two more children, the twins James and John.

Wyn led an active, social life in Revelstoke playing bridge, skiing, curling, gardening and playing tennis. She began painting in the late 60’s and became an accomplished artist maintaining a successful studio in downtown Revelstoke for many years. Her paintings were shown and sold in several galleries in Vancouver and Whistler and some still grace the walls of many ½ne homes in Revelstoke.

Wyn and Ted moved to Penticton in 2004. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Vernon where they spent their ½nal years. Although physically they had moved away, their hearts and minds never left the community they loved and the many dear friends they had made in the 52 years of wonderful living.

Wyn leaves behind 4 children; Bruce, Jain, James and John and 6 grandchildren; Primo, Dallas, Haley, Sarah, Travis and Taryn. We will all miss her eternal optimism and expressive spirit.

Many people touched the lives of Wyn and Ted during the years. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the many ½ne people of Revelstoke and especially to Dr. Ross Waldron and the staff at Noric House in Vernon for the compassion and care they showed both Winifred and Ted in their ½nal years.

A celebration of Winifred’s life will be held in Revelstoke on Saturday March 12, 2011 at 2 PM in St Peters Anglican Church. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

Frank E. Pollard We regret to announce the passing of Frank E. Pollard at the age of 92 on February 4, 2011.

Frank was born on October 15, 1918 in Felixstowe, Suīolk, UK. In 2002, he was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Nella (Bertoia), as well as his older siblings Bert, Peter, and Edna. His remaining sister, Mary Hay lives in Mumbles, Wales.

In his early years, Frank grew up in an orphanage and later in a foster home.

Once he completed school and before World War II began, Frank worked at the London Lymph Establishment where a vaccine used for Small Pox was created, and later on he worked in a dairy producƟon plant. This work as a “cream analyst” made him exempt from serving in the war. As soon as he learned of this, he quit to join his countrymen on the front lines. His aspiraƟons to enlist in the Navy were thwarted by a shorter line up for the Air Force at the Military Recruitment Centre. Through his hard work, study, and dedicaƟon to the cause he was eventually promoted to Flight Lieutenant, (Captain) and served Britain’s Special ExecuƟve OperaƟons with the Royal Air Force. Many of his Ňights across the English Channel were in fact towing glider planes with his beloved Halifax airplane to supply the growing resistance to Įght the Germans all across Europe. Later in the war he was transferred to the China Burma India Theater and Ňew regular missions over the “Camel’s Hump”. These heroic Ɵmes also fostered Frank’s love of the war songbird, Vera Lynn. For further informaƟon on Frank’s life during the war, go to this website: hƩp://www.abheritage.ca/Ňyboys/stories/raf_pollard.htm Once the war ended, Frank and his Canadian wife Nella, who had also served in the war, immigrated to Canada. Frank conƟnued his love of Ňying by teaching on a part Ɵme basis at the Calgary airport and he eventually accepted full Ɵme employment at the Sheriī ’s oĸce.

Frank is survived by his 3 children, their respecƟve partners, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also leaves behind his niece in Vernon and her family. At Frank’s request, there will be no memorial service, but he will be fondly remembered and dearly missed for his quick wit, fearless war stories, and love of life.

LOST: #1112 - “Ash” - Light / dark grey tabby, sht hair, small n male, tattoo.

Old Kamloops Road area. #1113 - “Diesel” - Grey, sht hair, small n male, tattoo. Old Kamloops Road area. #1114 - “Garfield” - Light orange tabby, (darker stripes), some white on head, sht hair, slim young male, 38th Ave, across from Civic arena. #1116 - “Sweetie” - Black, sht. hair, declawed, med. size, sp. female. Gracelands Adult Community, Allenby Way. Reward.

FOUND: #1120 - Black, med. hair, gold eyes, feamle (spayed ?), friendly.

Prospect Dr., behind Longhorn PUb. Feb. 23/11.

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LOST: HEARING AID. Downtown Vernon about 31st.

Ave and 30th St. on Feb.17th.

Call Don 250-558-1080

Children Childcare Available 1 full time opening available, starting age 0-2, lots of TLC, exc. ref’s, 20yrs exp. Wendy 250-558-0142.

Fun loving stay at home mom has 2 f/t positions avail. Arts, crafts & outings. Pls contact Crystal at 250-540-5518 Teddybear Lic. Daycare has 2 spaces avail for 12mos old to school age. We provide a safe, loving, nurturing environment which includes crafts, prep for kindergarten entry, fun times and meals & snacks.

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Childcare Wanted Looking for responsible, caring individual to care for our 16 month old in our home, p/t hours until end of June. Must be reliable, experienced, First aid and CPR certified an asset. Contact: sarahbeley@ gmail.com for more info.

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ISAACSON, James Donald

Ward, Mary Noyes March 11, 1920 February 21, 2011

ISAACSON, James Donald (Snuffy) formerly of Fort Nelson passed away peacefully in Vernon at the age of 73 years. He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy LaDue Isaacson of Fort Nelson, step-daughter Debbie (Howard) Rees of Port Hardy, brother Sonny of Langley, brother Eric (Jean), parents Bror Lawrence and Grace Isaacson all of Laidlaw, nephew Matthew Taylor of Vernon, and Niece Kathy (Ron) Fessier of Vancouver. Snuffy worked as a tow truck driver and auxiliary fireman and did blasting in the Fort Nelson area for over 30 years. He loved to go hunting with family and friends. He is survived by his sisters; Darlene (Leigh) Taylor of Vernon, and Olive (Harry) Bone of Armstrong, his nephew; Chad (Christine) and his children Kyra and Kayli Taylor of Fort St. John, step-son Nathan LaDue of Fort Nelson as well as many extended family and foster children and one special niece to him (Miss) Marion Kilby.

A graveside service will be held at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Vernon in the spring for friends and family.

Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: armstrong@myalternatives.ca

Left this life behind and entered eternal life on February 21st. She was the eldest daughter of Sidney and Hannah Ward and was born in Vernon, BC. Mary was predeceased by her older brother, Alfred who died in 2005; her sister, Pearl, age 22, while a CWAC in 1946 and her youngest sister, Constance, age 9, in 1936. She is survived by Florence Palmer, her only remaining sibling. Mary came to Victoria in 1949. She retired from HMC Dockyard in 1981 where she worked in Ship Repair. Mary was well known for ‘marmalade’, the proceeds of over $10,000 was donated to the Salvation Army Victoria Citadel Building Fund and Westsong Community Church. Mary was very generous and supported many charities and will be missed by her sister, relatives and many friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 4, 2011 at 1:00 pm in The Salvation Army Citadel on Douglas Street. In lieu of owers, donations in Mary’s memory would be appreciated to The Salvation Army Citadel or West Song Community Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.

Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237

Obituaries

BREWER, Helen It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Helen Brewer on February 21, 2011 in Vernon, BC. Expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: armstrong@myalternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250558-0866.

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Though your smile is gone forever and your hand we cannot touch, We have so many good memories of the one we love so much.

Not a day goes by we don’t think of you from the moment that it starts, Your love, your strength, your spirit, forever in our hearts.

You’ll always be here with us, your warmth we’ll always keep, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Friend, gone now to a gentle sleep.

We miss you dearly, Your loving family

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HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR

Kal Tire’s Health and Safety team is looking for an experienced Health and Safety Coordinator to assist with the implementation and compliance of health and safety regulations within all divisions (including Stores, Warehouses, and Retread Plants). This is a full-time temporary position (one-year maternity leave).

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone with experience in health and safety, a knowledge and understanding of provincial safety regulations and who has achieved or is working towards their CRSP. In addition to a competitive salary range and beneďŹ ts package, employees share in a company-wide proďŹ t sharing plan that recognizes individual and team contributions.

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Teen Junction Youth Centre is seeking an Assistant Coordinator.

SpeciďŹ cations: • Weekday evenings and some weekends • $16.00 per hour, 16 - 20 hours per week • Work with youth ages 14 – 19 • Responsible for our Youth Kitchens Program

Please send your resume and cover letter to: info@junctionyouth.ca Fax: (250) 275-3118 • Mail: 3104 – 37th Avenue, Vernon BC V1T 2Y2 We appreciate all applications.

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

JOIN OUR GREEN TEAM! SEED ORCHARD ASSISTANT As part of the nursery seed orchard team under the direction of the seed orchard superintendent, the seed orchard assistant will assist in the production of the orchard cone crops. Main job functions include pruning, planting, weeding, pesticide application, surveys, irrigation, and cone harvest. Maintenance work will be required occasionally. • Position is seasonal from mid-Spring to late summer, depending on the weather and workload. Other general nursery work is available outside this time period. • Weekend work may be required • Applicants may be required to pass (60% or better) a written and/or practical test • Successful applicant will be required to have rain gear and a valid class 5 driver license. • Successful applicant must be willing to work with pesticides and may be required to obtain a pesticide applicator’s certiďŹ cate. • Relevant experience is useful however not essential Salary: $12-$16 per hour (commensurate with qualiďŹ cations and experience) IRRIGATION SPECIALIST As part of the nursery grow team under the direction of the nursery growers, the irrigation specialist will assist in the growing of the seedlings. Main job functions include mixing fertilizers, unplugging nozzles, checking block weights, and monitoring crops. Maintenance and other nursery work will be required from time to time. • Positions will start in May and continue till Mid- August depending on the weather and workload at the nursery. • Shift work and weekend work is required • Applicants may be required to pass (60% or better) a written and or practical test • Successful applicants will be required to have rain gear. • Relevant forest seedling nursery experience is useful, however, not essential Salary: $14.00 - $17.67 per hour (commensurate with qualiďŹ cations and experience) Please submit your resume or letter of interest to: Stewart Haywood-Farmer, Manager, PRT Armstrong Email: stewart.haywood-farmer@prt.com 668 St Anne Rd, Armstrong B.C. V0E 1B5 Closing date: March 27, 2011 only applicants considered for these positions will be contacted.

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PROCARE INSTITUTE has been in operation since 1987 and is an accredited institution, with Private Career Training Institute Agency (PCTIA), the ofďŹ cial career body responsible for registering and accrediting all the private colleges in the province. Our curriculum exceeds the standard set by the Provincial Government.

The beneďŹ ts of ProCare training are: • Over 98% employment rate • Proven method of training • Instruction on site by experienced nurses • Small class sizes • Earn $18-$22 an hour after graduation • Convenient locations Requirements for the program are: • Grade 11, or have adult student status We require photo ID as proof of age for our adult students. • Medical clearance, TB test, Criminal Record Check

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Kal Tire is Canada’s largest independently owned tire dealer servicing the commercial and consumer markets throughout Canada. The company is headquartered in Vernon, BC, and has over 220 company-owned and associate dealer stores, 11 retread facilities, 1 OTR plant, 4 warehouses and approximately 3,500 employees.

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Requirements: • graduates or currently enrolled in relevant post-secondary programs • prior experience or a speciďŹ c interest working with at-risk youth • Food Safe CertiďŹ cation and skills in meal planning and preparation

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Food & Beverage - All Positions Please email you your resume to info@spallumcheengolf.com or fax it to 250-549-7476

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Give back to your community, and get paid doing it!

Includes: Crisis Prevention Management

is offering a meeting room for non-proďŹ t organizations.

Available for day & evening. Contact Elaine Collison @ 250-558-6585 or email to peopleplace@shaw.ca to set up appointment.

Help Wanted

THE COURSE INCLUDES • • • • • • •

Intro to Health Care, & Philosophy & History of Continuing Care Communication Skills for the Health Care provider Techniques and Skills for Dementia Care - a CertiďŹ cate Course Home Support • Assisted Living CPR Level C • InterRAI FoodSafe Clinical Experience - Intermediate Care, Extended Care, Community Care • Personal and Professional Development of the Caregiver • Job Search, Resume, Interview Skills

This full-time, 28 week program consists of two integrated modules: Instructional/Classroom and Clinical. The clinical program is conducted in approved long-term care facilities and hospitals.

A detailed job description and list of qualiďŹ cations along with further information regarding Kal Tire may be viewed on our website at www.kaltire.com/careers.

NEXT VERNON CLASS STARTS IN JANUARY 2011

Interested applicants should submit their resumes to Jolene Campbell, at Kal Tire, 2501–48th Ave., P.O. Box 1240, Vernon, BC V1T 6N6 or fax 250-558-3296 or email careers@kaltire.com by March 12th, 2011.

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Okanagan Landing Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of paid on call firefighter. Requirements for this position are: 19 years of age, valid B.C. Drivers license, current driver’s abstract, criminal record check. Good physical condition, with confirmation of recent medical examination. Applicants will be required to take a Firefighters Fitness Profile Test. Previous fire fighters experience, first-aid training, Class 1 or 3 drivers license or similar specialized training are considered assets but not required. Application forms can be picked up at the OK Landing Fire Dept. @7710 OK Landing Rd. Tuesdays, from 6:45 to 9pm, or by calling (250) 545-6657 to make alternative arrangements.

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FT Qualified ECE/IT wanted in Salmon Arm. Contact: LeighAnne 250-832-5553 or leighanne@ladybuglanding.ca

JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! No experience necessary, we will train. Must be 18+yrs. of age.

Call 250-860-3590 or Email: info@plazio.ca

Class 1 Drivers to haul dry vans Western Canada & USA. Only drivers with 2 years exp. & US border crossing capability need apply. Dedicated tractors, paid drops & direct deposit, no phone calls please Fax resume 250-546-0600

FORT MCMURRAY based company seeking experienced Class 1 or 3 Drivers, Min 3 yrs exp. Flights & Accommodations provided. Clean drivers abstract; drug & alcohol test required. Also seeking Labourers.

Contact Raven (780) 750-5653 or email : callmevac@live.com

LOOKING for Servers with bartending skills, must have 3 years serving experience.

Apply at The Palace 3315 30th Ave. Vernon.

Required for Western Star Truck Dealership: • Journeyman Parts Person Competitive wage and benefit package.

Email to nwejr@jamesws.com or mail to James Western Star Sterling Ltd., 50 Rose Street, Williams Lake, BC V2G 4G5 NO PHONE CALLS Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

DEMO PEOPLE Mature and responsible people needed to demonstrate new concept in water. 4hr shifts, excellent pay. Sales or demo experience preferred but not required. Send resumes to: info@sweetwatersprings.ca Looking for chair rental in local Salon. 250-260-3565 (evens) 250-549-1515 (day)

Vernon Regional Transit operated by FirstCanada ULC is now accepting applications for the position of

OUTDOOR POOL SUPERVISOR, The Pool Supervisor is responsible for supervising and administering activities at the swimming pool in order to provide quality swimming programs and services. This includes completing administrative duties, assisting in hiring pool staff, supervising pool staff, scheduling activities and staff, program development and implementation, pool maintenance, and guarding and instructing.

This is a seasonal, full time position with a salary of $2515.76 monthly from May 15 to September 1.

The successful candidate will have WSI, First Aid and CPR, NLS, and BCRPA Aquatic Fitness Certifications.

Send resume, cover letter, and copies of all current certification to the Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce ATTN: Willow Burton Mail to Box 1000, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0; fax to 250-838-0123; or email to willow@enderbychamber.com.

Deadline: March 15, 2011

Where art meets innovation.

Kohler is a respected leader in kitchen and bath, engines and generators, furniture and accessories, cabinetry and tile, resort and recreation, and real estate. At our manufacturing facility located in Armstrong, BC, Kohler produces high quality gelcoat and acrylic bathing products.

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If you would like to join our team in selling the worlds #1 Product Line please contact Dave or Rick @ 250545-0687 or email your resume to dave@vernontoyota.com or rick@vernontoyota.com

WAREHOUSE (SHIPPING/RECEIVING) We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual with a strong sense of urgency to compliment the Materials and Distribution team. Kohler offers in-house training; however, experience in cross-border documentation and inventory transactions in a manufacturing environment are preferred. This position requires forklift experience.

Candidates must demonstrate strong documentation experience (accuracy and understanding), attention to detail and organizational ability.

Applicants must be able to work rotating shifts and work outside year-round. We offer competitive wages and benefits; including extended health care and group RRSP options.

If you are dependable and are seeking full time employment, please submit your interest by way of one of the following: In Person: Kohler Canada Co. 4150 Spallumcheen Drive Armstrong, BC, V0E 1B6 Email: lisa.kastner@kohler.com CLOSING DATE: March 9, 2011

You may not know everything when it comes to home improvement, but after our training and hands-on coaching you will. The Home Depot, one of Canada’s top 100 employers, is hiring for spring. You bring the desire to put customers first and we’ll offer competitive rewards including company paid health & dental plans, 70+ benefits, tuition reimbursement & much more.

Many positions available including: Cashiers • Sales Associates • Department Supervisors Overnight Packdown Associates

Vernon Toyota ta is now accepting a applications for the position of Product Advisor. We are seeking Highly Motivated individuals with previous experience in automotive sales to join our team.

Buy, Rent, Sell!

If you don’t know the difference between these hammers, but you like helping people… then we want to talk to you.

Commercial Transport Mechanical Repair Certification preferred; Motor Vehicle Inspectors Certificate, light truck mechanical repair experience, Driver’s license Abstract, required.

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PEARLE VISION (Village Green Mall location) Seeking Store Manager. Management experience a must. Drop off resume in person.

Apply online at homedepotjobs.ca/0242 We are committed to diversity as an equal opportunity employer.

Oh, by the way, the hammers are from left to right: Claw Hammer, Ball-peen Hammer, Drywall Hammer. See, you’ve already learned something.

Enderby, BC

Local Security Company P/T, Full Time, On-Call Security Officers Required.

Must have valid BC Security Licence as well as valid BC drivers licence. Candidates must be available to work day & night shifts. Experience preferred but not mandatory.

Fax resume to 250-766-0812 or email kalsec@shaw.ca

MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Dr’s Need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience?

Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459

Did you resolve to get more exercise this year?

Consider being an independent carrier for The Morning Star.

You will get exercise AND earn extra dollars three times a week to deliver our award winning community newspaper to the homes in your neighbourhood.

Students and Adults both welcomed.

Vernon, British Columbia

Camp Director: Our Camp Director is responsible for the overall management of the campers, leaders, staff, property and programs at the camp.

Must have at least two years of leadership and related camping/ administration experience and training. Must be older than 25 years and demonstrates the ability to articulate their Faith journey and work within the ethos and theology of the United Church of Canada. Will develop routines, schedules and procedures for camp operation, organize all camp program activities.

Assistant Camp Directors - 2 positions: The Assistant Camp Director is responsible for helping plan, implement and evaluate camping experiences, for campers of all ages. Two years leadership experience with children and youth at a camp or other settings. Demonstrates the ability to articulate their Faith journey and work within the ethos and theology of the United Church of Canada. The Assistant Camp Director will help develop and implement effective learning programs that help campers experience a safe environment, take responsibility for leadership in camp programs as identified in planning meetings.

A criminal record check will be required.

Closing date: March 27th, 2011 Visit our website for more info about Camp Hurlburt & application forms @ www.camphurlburt.com Applications/resumes to: Camp Hurlburt Committee Box 97, Vernon, BC V1T 6M1

Attention VALUED READERS With the cold weather comes icy roads and driveways Please try to keep your driveway and walkway clear of ice and help us keep our carriers safe from accidents.

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ENDERBY AREA RT 906 - Granville Ave & George St Available now

contact Donna Tuesday-Friday, 250-550-7901 for more info

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Employment Help Wanted DESC services currently has two vacant positions: 1. Regular PT position supporting an adult with developmental disabilities and concurrent mental health concerns.

Shifts include Sun/Mon/Tues 9-4.

Due to support needs a male is preferred.

2. The North Okanagan Intervention and Support team provides crisis response and support to adults with a developmental disability. We require a part time crisis response worker for a maternity leave coverage position starting immediately until August 2011. Shifts include Sat, Sun and Mon noon until 8 pm.

The successful candidates will have relevant post-secondary education and a min of 2 years experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.

Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour and/or concurrent mental health concerns is an asset.

Please forward resume with references to: descokanagan@shaw.ca Electricians and Apprentices needed Summit Electric Ltd. with offices in Kamloops and Quesnel is looking for certified electricians and 3rd and 4th year apprentices for full time work. Applicants must have the ability to travel to job sites across Western Canada.

Company pays for travel, LOA and any flights.

CORE COMPETENCIES • Industrial and commercial experience an asset • Must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and adapt easily to severe time constraints as needed • Able to work with little or no supervision • Must be able to pass mandatory drug testings Reply To: robcouturler@summitelec.com or by fax to: (250)992-7855 Seeking Musician 2 hrs Sunday Mornings Vocal (preferred keyboard or guitar) Present Musician will assist with transition. Contact 1-250-833-6005 between 6 & 8pm.

TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking a FOREST TECHNICIAN to join our team in LUMBY, B.C. Tolko is a forest products company with marketing, resource management and manufacturing operations throughout Western Canada. We are an equal opportunity employer offering full pension and benefit programs.

TO APPLY: All applications will be handled in confidence and should be submitted by March 11, 2011 to: Tracey Harrison Phone: (250) 547-1223 Email: Tracey.Harrison@tolko.com FOREST TECHNICIAN The Forest Technician is responsible for assisting in the effective delivery of Regional timber development goals.

Working under the direction of a Timber Development Forester, as part of USW Local I-423, the incumbent will conduct forest development activities (Road/Cutblock Layout, Timber Cruising, Site Plans, Cutting Permits) in a timely, cost effective, and professional manner.

QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate must be a strong team player with above average organization, communication, and computer skills. A demonstrated ability to meet regularly set performance measures and the potential for future mobility within the Company will be considered a definite asset.

Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with the Association of BC Forest Professionals as a Registered Professional Forester.

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VALLEY PRODUCE PLUS, a food service distribution company, is looking for a delivery driver and Warehouse staff.

Delivery drivers must have 5 ton experience, a clean drivers abstract and able to work well on their own. Wage is $12/hr.

Warehouse workers must have a drivers licence and be willing to do shift work. Wage is $12/hr. Qualified individuals are asked to submit their resume to: Keith Hamer #9 2440B 14th Avenue or email to: valleyproduceplus@live.com

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

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DOUBLE DIAMOND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE landscaping crew avail. for complete lawn care, flower garden, small tree and shrub maintenance. For free estimates. 250-253-1482 Wendy or 250-309-2751 Martin

NEED CASH TODAY?

Moving & Storage

HAY FOR SALE; Grass or Grass Alfalfa mix, Round bales $70 each, approx.

800lbs, delivery avail. on larger orders, also Silege bales or Feeder hay. 250-838-6630 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail.

(250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

Very good quality haylage, no rain, 3 times wrapped, $45/bale. Call (250)838-7932

Canadian Firearms Safety Courses to obtain your P.A.L. for both non-restricted and restricted firearms taught in a private setting in the Enderby area by a Master Instructor.

Courses starting in early March. Call to register, or for further information. (250)8042033 CASH - I buy Pellet guns, working or not. Enderby. curleybox728@hotmail.com or 250-804-8698

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GERMAN TRAINED FARRIER available for work.

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ICBC, MVA’S, SLIP & FALL or Any Injury? MARCO D. CEDRONE Making The Difference in Personal Injury Claims! 24hrs.1-866-913-3110 Cascade Law Corporation

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Available for Hire Skilled and Unskilled Labourers available daily for both BUSINESSES and RESIDENTIAL Minor home repairs, moving & snow removal

Contact Steve 250-541-0183 AUTO PAINTING Body Work - Rust Repair Free Estimates ** Affordable Prices ** 35 yrs. Experience “QUALITY WORK”

Ken - 250-558-0102 COMPLETE RENOVATIONS, Repairs or updates to your home. I have 20yrs exp. in construction. I am also a journeyman Electrician. Quality work at an affordable price, so I can save you money! 250838-0268, cell: 250-868-7334 MAN AND PICKUP Handyman 35 years exp. Ref’s avail. Joseph 250-308-2773

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7639 Silver Star Rd. Vernon 250-260-3892

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Will organize your paperwork & prepare financial statements. A/R, A/P, HST, payroll.

Shoeboxes welcome. Diane 250-542-1306.

Cleaning Services Higher Standards Home Cleaning, done to your expectations. Alice 250-558-0840.

PEGGY’S HOUSE & OFFICE CLEANING. $20/hr, Ref avail, 250-541-0911 250-938-6338 Residential Cleaning Providing: Thorough, Consistent and Reliable Professional Service for over 10 years. References Available. 778-475-3315

Computer Services NORVAL COMPUTER (formerly Computers Plus) OPENING SPECIAL $40 / hour!!!

614-Cliff Ave. ENDERBY, BC Call 250-938-0512 norvalcomputer@gmail.com

CUSTOMROCKCOUNTERS GRANITE BLOWOUT SALE GRANITE SUPER SALE! 150 COLORS TO CHOOSE FROM

GRANITE KITCHENS Starting at $2495.

INCL DELIVERY & INSTALLS Open 9-4 Mon-Fri, 10-2 Sat. Showroom: 1115 Gordon Dr. 250-870-1577 QUARTZ the best stone for countertop surfaces.

156 colors.

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Complete kitchens or countertops only. We will not be undersold. Classic Countertops & Cabinets. (250)549-2875 REFACE Countertops.

1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

Excavating & Drainage TELFORD CONTRACTING, Excavation? We can help! Utiliti, site prep, certified septic installations, retainment walls.

Professional and quality work.

Call 250-838-2562 or email ctelf@telus.net

Fencing Post Pounding & Excavating.

Cheap rates. No transport fee.

250-308-5403.

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Cheryl Andrus Microsoft Professional + Internet Microsoft Certified System Engineer A+ Service Technician

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

WIENER pigs for sale.

(250)832-9772, 250-253-0509

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

DUMPRUNZ Fast, courteous service, yard waste, household junk or ? 250-307-9449

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

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Don Weixl Photography Business Photography and Portraits, Weddings, Special Events.

29 years experience Reasonable rates with fast and friendly service. www.donweixl.com 250-545-1058

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.

Classifieds 550-7900

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542-8620

Pets & Livestock

Boarding Horse pasture, shelter, tack barn, near R. Club, Coldstream. May 1. (604)925-4214

Feed & Hay 1st crop alfalfa mix round bales, no rain, barn stored, 250-547-6584 2nd cut grass hay, small square bales, $7/bale. 250838-6725 800lb round bales, alfalfa grass, 1st crop, $50/bale.

Grinrod. 250-309-1420.

ALL TYPES of hay for sale! all in medium squares (3x4x8).

For all your Dairy, Horse, Feeder Hay needs, visit www.hubkahay.com or call Cale @ 403-635-0104. Delivery available and Min order is a semi-load.

Free manure, you pay for trucking. Bark mulch & sawdust for sale. 250-804-6720 Good quality hay, alfalfa grass mix, heavy square bales, barn stored. 542-9419 or 309-5956 HAY for sale: 1st crop - 50 bales alfalfa & grass dry rounds, barn stored & no rain $60/bale. 2nd crop - 50 alfalfa & grass silage bales $60/bale.

Lumby (250)547-6945 Hay for sale dry rounds & haylage. $50.00 & $55.00. Armstrong 250-546-0420.

HAY FOR SALE, easy access.

Call (250)545-1817 Organic hay (Alfalfa & Brome) extremely high quality. $8.00 bale. 250-503-7889.

3 Black Lab pups for sale. $450. (250)938-5357 Steve Adorable Lab puppies, innoc. $500. Yorky/Shi. Family raised Fun fun! $350. 250-547-9224 BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class April 7th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322 Havenese pups and Bichon pups. Micro chipped, first shots, dewormed, great dispotions. For more info and pricing call 250-832-4923.

Miniature Dachshund pup.

CKC registered. Red female, smooth coat. Family raised, vet checked, vaccination MC. $750. (250)832-9941 WOLF HYBRID Cubs res. now. Sun Valley Wolf Kennels www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com 250-765-4996 Kelowna, BC

Merchandise for Sale

Antiques / Vintage OLD COUNTRY ROSE, 98 pieces $4000 obo, Beautiful cups & saucers from 19301950, appraised $650, $450 obo. 250-494-1095

Furniture 1yr old Cherry currio cabinets, $300. Cherry dining rm table & 4 chairs, $150. 250-542-4348 KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 Kitchen dinette c/w 4 padded swivel chairs, exc. cond. $275.

250-545-3658 New Platform Bed with New mattress, all still in package.

Clearout $490, (250)550-6647 PILLOWTOP mattress, box.

Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647

#1 Choice, washer & dryer $250, fridge’s $150, ranges $100, great selection, Stuart 250-549-6545 Hot tub $950. Very good cond.

250-548-0088 IT’S Mr. Mike! Washer & dryer starting at $250. Stackers & front load, plus other stuff.

250-503-6368, 250-549-3781.

Misc. for Sale

Check out our February Specials on the web www.briteland.com Awarded “Business of the Year”

SHACTIVATE SEPTIC DIGESTER Winter Hours Mon - Sat. 8:30am - 5:00pm

250-545-8088

AVAILABLE IN 1L & 10L

Computer Services

Misc. for Sale

WANTED

Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. We also buy, sell & pick up.

Call Dodds Auction 250-545-3259 Aloha Laundry Cafe, new coffee bar, all hot drinks, any size, $2 for all of Feb. Fresh brewed every cup. 2800 34 St. BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water filtration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544 Don Goy knee brace, $150 obo. 250-838-7223 Elna lock Pro 5DC Serger, as new. $250. Exercise bike. $45.

250-542-6198.

Free scrap metal dump site. If it’s metal, we take it! 250-3096107, 250-546-9536 Free Scrap removal. All metals & cars. No microwaves or t.v.s. Minimum p/u load.

250-309-6107, 250-546-9536 Garage door, used wooden overhead door, comes complete, 14’ wide x 16’ tall. $500.

250-838-0077 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com NEED BUILDING PLANS New home or renovations. Call Okanagan Blue Print. Plan NOW for SPRING building. 250-558-8791

A-STEEL SHIPPING Containers/Bridges Super sale on now New/Used/Damaged.

BEST PRICES 20’24’40’45’48’53’ insulated reefer containers 20’40’48’53’ CHEAP 40’ Farmers Specials all under $2,200! Semi Trailers for hi way & storage. We are overstocked. Delivery BC & AB. 1-866-528-7108 Call 24 hours www.rtcontainer.com FREE Removal of unwanted equipment etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245

Northern Lights Flex Gym, exercise unit, cable & weights, hardly used. $200. 250-5456900 PRIVATE Collector will buy gold & silver coins! All conditions. Check your safety deposit box! Todd, 250-864-3521 Reclining couch and sofa. $120. 5 drawer dresser.$25.

Video camera. $45. Mens snow skiis, bindings, boots.$80.250-540-8277.

Singer Feather weight 221, antique sewing machine, exc., cond. $350 firm. 250-3096395.

Try Vernon Golf and Country Club this summer and only pay the dues. Regular $1904.

Restricted $1713.60. Call Kris @ 250-307-4166

Livestock

Livestock

Heavy Duty Machinery

Appliances

Misc. for Sale

Computer Services

Apple wood full length dump truck, approx. 1.75 cord $250, cut up $350. 250-546-3505 Firewood Pine: drycut, split & stacked to 16” length, shortbox p/u $70, longbox p/u $85. We load. You haul. (250)545-6461 Firewood, quality mixed, full chord. $120. + delivery. 250547-1490 Kris.

Pine 1 cord round $120, split $150, Fir $150/$180. Birch $170/$200. Delivered. 250547-9733 PREMIUM FIREWOOD 14yrs in business. Guaranteed dry, cut & Split. All species.

Delivery 250-260-7932.

Winter special 10% off on rebuilt eng., gas & diesel.

Agri.,Indust.,auto, 25 years exp.,all work guaranteed. 250832-1903.

LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:

250-938-0868

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 Auctions

Auctions

WE DO IT ALL! • PC Hardware Troubleshooting • Virus, Spyware & Adware Removal • Computer Data Backup Arrangements • Hard Drive Data Recovery

14 years serving the community

KELPRO COMPUTERS 2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 669-0561

Independently owned and operated by the Raffan Family since 1963.

HORSE AND TACK SALE SATURDAY, MARCH 5 TACK: 10:00am • HORSES: 2:00pm FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US AT

250-546-9420 903 Hwy. 97A, Armstrong, B.C.

Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan mail@valleyauction.ca • www.valleyauction.ca

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KITCHEN CABINETS KITCHEN PRO DON’T REPLACE, REFACE 778-753-5776 Kitchen cabinets & vanity refacing.

Replace doors, update crown, modern hardware, counters, tile splash. Bring your old cabinets up to date at a fraction of the cost. www.kpro.ca

HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION

JOB JAR

Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations

Over 15 Years Experience Big enough to do the job, small enough to care!

250-260-1638

No job too small!

Annette & Dennis 250-307-6484 (Cell)

EXPEREINCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST

• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall

• Kitchen • Basement Remodels Finishing • Painting • Tile Work • Plumbing • Much More Licensed, Bonded & Insured 250-545-3130

1-800-88-HANDY

Kicking Horse Construction Ltd. At Kicking Horse Construction Ltd. it is our objective to provide a quality, stress free project. We do all aspects of house construction.

From project management of large high end homes, to labor on small renovations.

No job is to big or to small!

15 YEARS EXPERIENCE Bondable & Dependable

Call 250-542-5130 yahoo il: wilmahei

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You Belong

HERE! You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory

Insured * References * Guaranteed

Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435

TILING (WALLS & FLOORS) WOOD & LAMINATE FLOORS GENERAL REPAIRS & RENOS CARPENTRY 16 PLUMBING Years Experience

Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst.

• Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design

For Free Estimate Call:

CHRIS - 250-540-0025 References • All Work Guaranteed

HOME RENO’S And Handyman Services

Residential or Commercial

Ema

(Restyling under $1,600)

(250)307-5528 bbw@shaw.ca

Inside - Out • • • • •

Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring”

Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience

Independently Owned and Locally Operated

kelowna.handymanconnection.com Now serving all the North Okanagan including Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Falkland, Lavington, Coldstream, BX & Oyama

Email: mazerjan@hotmail.com

House Cleaning Available

Kitchen or Bathroom Cabinets

250-542-8368 (Home)

CLEANING Meridian Commercial Cleaning

Nu-Look Homeworks Choose

Quality construction management...everytime!

Contact Info: Ed Hoffort - Owner • Office: 250-549-1175 Fax: 250-549-1175 • Email: ed@khcl.ca • Website: www.khcl.ca

• Bathroom Reno’s • Ceramic Tiles • Finishing/Mouldings • Electrical • Interior/Exterior Painting • Plumbing

Call Don: 250-309-6070

HANDYMAN

HANDS Renovations & Repairs Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Residential Snow Removal

TIM 250-307-8772 T Quality Q Work Guaranteed

INTERIOR • EXTERIOR • TEXTURED CEILINGS REPAIRS TO DRYWALL • FREE ESTIMATES

FREE COLOR CONSULTANT

250-308-2870

X Fine Interior Finishing X Custom Woodwork X Basement suites X Design & Colour Advice Call for a free estimate - Over 30 years experience

Call Errol or Roberta 250-545-3321

WINDOWS & DOORS

Enoch

Door & Window Home Repairs

Dave - (250) 309 0206

PAINTING JACK WESSELL PAINTING

Kitchens and Baths Holm Renovations Ltd

You Belong

HERE!

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

250-550-7900

“For all your window and door needs GOVERNMENT GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!” $70 per

Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location

CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7

250-550-7900 DAN’S PAINTING & REPAIRS RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING RELIABLE - WORK GUARANTEED - CHEAPEST RATES IN TOWN - WCB INSURED

250-542-2599 250-540-3484

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

BOOKKEEPING

New Construction or Renovations KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan

250-550-7900 ANGICOLE BOOKKEEPING

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

308-9783 549-5140

s !CCOUNTS PAYABLE RECEIVABLE s 0AYROLL s 9EAR END CLOSING s "ANK RECONCILIATION s "USINESS ANALYZING FOR PROlT MARGINS s 3MALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

1-250-808-0200 or 250-558-5650

angicole_bookkeeping@hotmail.com

250-550-7900

Call Pat 549.6745

30 YEARS EXPERIENCE CREW WITH QUALITY RATES FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED

549-0115

Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 1044 Middleton Way, Vernon • 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977

Bookkeeping Services - 6 Yrs Experience - Monthly Accounting - GST, PST, Payroll & Tax Returns - Financial Statements

CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

Ask about MILGARD’S LIFETIME WARRANTY

• Installations • Wood windows • Vinyl - Fiberglass - Aluminum • All milgard windows c/w Suncoat Lowe Glass • Free Estimates … 2 to 3 Week Delivery

TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

INCOME TAX SERVICE E-FILE Specializing in Small Businesses

250-545-8294

250-550-7900

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PLUMBING

STUCCO

NEED A PLUMBER?

CARWAY STUCCO Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs

25 + years Experience

FREE ESTIMATES • LOW RATES

Jesse 250.540.4786

Acreage for Sale

Two peddle bikes for sale. 1 Giant (ladies) Sedona DX, $250. 1 Norco (mens) Monterey, $150. Both like new. 250545-6900

Misc. Wanted Cash paid for Silver coins.

Paying 10 times face value.

250-545-7140.sumas@shaw.ca “Okanagan Pickers” What’s on your property, in your outbuildings. Let’s see. 250-3070009

Apt/Condos for Sale

ARE YOU IN A RENT RUT? It could last forever!

Own your own 2-bdrm Townhome $

2,000 Down Payment Bad Credit OK O’KEEFE2 Team @ Century 21 / 1-877-509-9009

Firearms’ Safety & Hunting Courses PAL 11-12 Mar 11, CORE 25-27 Mar 11 Call Jim at 250-275-6316 LASER Sights, Red Dots, SKS’s from $199, CZ 858’s $749, CQ-A1 AR15’s $749, Glock’s & CZ’s from $699.

AMMO: 9mm, .40, .45, .357, .38, .223. Repairs, refinishing, reblueing. All at The Best Little Gunshop Around Weber & Markin 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel. 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat, 10-6

• New Construction • Reno’s • Gas Lines

RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL

CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663

Additions, Basements, Renovations, Steel Stud Framing, Drywalling, Taping, Dropped Ceilings Call Attila: 250-546-6282

Licensed Bonded Robbie & Insured 250-309-0916

For Sale By Owner 4003 - 27TH AVE, VERNON

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 12 NOON - 1:30 PM $

294,900

• 3 bedroom • 60 x 100 ft lot with lane access (overall property on two titles) • Renovated. New windows, furnace, hot water. All water lines replaced.

• Large deck and fully fenced private yard.

LISTING # 25883

WHAT A DEAL! PRICED TO SELL

21 Preston Crescent Very private back area 1/2 acre with 2 titles 2600 sq. ft. nicely updated home Kitchen with lots of cupboards, island, appliances incl.

• Beautiful tiled bathrm. with relaxing jetted tub • Bright open LR with vaulted ceilings

$349,000 PHONE 250-542-8255 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#700492 for pics & info

• Updated 3 level split 1830 sq. ft. home • Great location - steps to schools & parks • 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, lots of closets and storage space • Sunken FR with f/p, formal LR & DR, 6’ basement, RV parking • New air conditioning, hot water tank, flooring, paint

$399,000 PHONE 250-545-8750 visit: www.PropertyGuys.com ID#92708 for pics & info

Houses For Sale

REDUCED! 4 bd, 3bth, w/view East Hill, 4400 Wellington Call Susan 250-550-4548 Remodeled house, 3 bdrm 2 bath, lrg lot. May take motor home for down payment. 2505 39th Ave, Vernon, BC. $369,900. (250)546-8630

Houses For Sale

DISTRESS SALE BANK FORECLOSURES

Receive a free computerized list with pictures of distressed & foreclosure properties.

www.DistressedVernonHomes.com O’KEEFE2 Team @ Century 21 Vernon • 1-877-509-9009

LOOKING TO BUY REAL ESTATE? has more properties for sale in the North Okanagan than all other real estate companies combined.* market daily.

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

FIRST TIME BUYERS Why rent when you can own?

Horizon

CAPRI GARDEN ENDERBY RENTALS

Free list of homes for under $1000/month (+ 5% down)

1903 - 31A Street

Westmount Apts

www.VernonFirstTimers.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon 250-549-7258

$

399,900

Brand new 2200 sq ft home.

3 bedrooms, 3 baths.

Triple car garage.

All appliances included.

Close to schools, parks, lake.

250-558-4795 No HST & reduced 60K. Kalamalka Lakeview Showhome.

699,900

$

Also 4 Kal Lake view lots for sale 3.69 Acres Home and Shop in Vernon Completely updated home, Detached 1000 sqft Shop with hoist. Great holding property! Call Wade 250-5506364. 6177 Okanagan Ave Vernonwww.okhomeseller.com #26513l

Enderby 2bdrm house, 55+, small shop, appl’s. 250-8387223 Kal Lake view home, Husband Rd, Vernon. 2620 sqft, 5 bdrm, 3 bath, handicapped friendly, suite-able, large RV parking, professional landscaping, large waterfall. $599,000. 250308-9368 or 250-309-4986

Mobile Homes & Parks

Stereo / DVD / TV 42” Panasonic HD TV, 1 yr old. like new, $650 obo.

(250)260-6621

BOB ADAIR 250-275-4780

250-306-7517 • 250-309-7160

5769 Oriole Drive • • • •

Free Estimates/Emergency Service Bonded and Insured License #92048 BBB Member – Quality Work

LIMITED TIME ONLY

For Sale By Owner

Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556

Sporting Goods

All Your Drywalling Needs

www.RentRut.info

❏❐ I Collect Coins. Paying more than Silver. Confidential.

Chad 1-250-863-3082 ❏❐

SCRAP & BROKEN GOLD JEWELLERYGold/Silver coins top prices paid on the spot- Raven Traders, 2904 30th Ave. (250)549-4322

DAVIES DRYWALL

Available on short notice!

10 acres (in pasture) 3bdrm, full bsmnt. 10 min from Vernon. 4855 Miller Rd, Armstrong BC. May take motor home for down payment. $489,900. 250-546-8630.

3 Acres, Whitevale Area, Lumby. Flat, trees, drilled well, gas/hydro to driveway. Price $235,000.00 + HST OBO. 250-547-6932.

C.J’s MOBILE HAIR COMPANY- FAIR PRICING FOR SENIORS. Perms, Colors, Haircuts, in the comfort of your home. Registered Business 22 years exp. stylist. Call Carolynn, 250-540-7888.

ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD.

WHY WAIT?

Misc. for Sale

WANTED: Good used furniture, beds also. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240

Grande Plumbing

Certified Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter

Ph: 307-0387

has new listings gs h gs hit hitting itti t ng n tthe he

Why not call a agent today at Vernon 250-549-4161; Armstrong 250-546-3119; Lumby 250-547-9266; Enderby 250-838-0025 (Not intended To Solicit Properties Currently Listed For Sale) *OMREB MLS North Okanagan Listings 12/31/10

DRYWALL

ELECTRICAL

Houses For Sale

DISTRESS SALES

FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon

250-549-7258 ******* 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

WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models.

Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. 877-976-3737 or 250-814-3788 www.hbmodular.com

Mortgages 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

Houses For Sale

FIRST TIME BUYERS

Why rent when you can own? Free list with pictures of homes available with $5,000 down & $984/month. www.StopRentRobbery.com O’KEEFE2 Team @ Century 21 Vernon, 1-877-509-9009

SUPER-SIZED RENT-TO-OWN Bright Family-Sized Eat-in Kitchen/Dining New appliances / Cabinets / Paint Lovely Townhouse on Quiet Tree-Lined Street Credit problems OK. Call 1-877-509-9009 or get info at www.DistressedTownHomes.ca O’KEEFE2 Team @ Century 21 Vernon

Apartments ■ 1 or 2 Bedroom ■ Adult 40+ ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital

250-558-9696

2 Bdrm Apartment Secure Senior Building No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator, Cable Incl.

1 MONTH FREE RENT with 12 month lease agreement.

250-545-7251 250-503-7315

GREEN VALLEY ESTATES

ALEXIS PARK MANOR

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

• Bright 1 and 2 bdrms.

• Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building

1 BEDROOM GARDEN APT.

250-549-2770

Armstrong

freshly painted, lam. floors, sliding glass door, fridge, stove, hot water incl. N/P. Excellent management.

$

610. 250-542-7723

One very small bach suite, hydro incld $450.00.

Quiet person only, no pets, parties, drugs!

Call to view, 250-558-5020.

MORRIS MANOR 2 bedroom corner suite, 1 large bachelor suite and 1 bedroom available.

Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre.

Heat included.

For more information call

Discover the Secret!

Hawthorn Lane Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon.

Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives.

2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:

250-503-1257 A New Tradition of Quality Living

The CLIFFS 2 Bedroom Suites from

$

1000 / month

F/S, W/D, D/W, A/C, + heat, hot water and hydro all included.

Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building.

N/S, N/P.

250-542-8989

Good building for Seniors!

Maple Ridge Gardens

REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE

Luxury Living

Spacious & Deluxe 2 bedroom, 2 bath Condo, Gas Fireplace, Lge. Sundeck. Secure & monitored mature adult building, Guest suite, Library + Rec room, UG parking. $995, incl. heat, F&S, DW. NS, NP. Cat OK. 250-309-2000

On-site Resident Manager.

250-542-1701 1 & 2 bdrm avail,East Hill and Lakeview Manor, hardwood flrs, N/S, N/P. On site laundry, heat incl. Avail Feb 1. 250260-5870

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

*Apartments * Duplexes * Suites *

2 bdrm 1 bath level entry West Vernon $795+util 3906 27th Ave Incl Fr St avail now 2 bdrm 1 bath furnished Adv. Bay condo $825+util 26-8800 Adv. Bay Rd Avail now 2 bdrm 1 bath 55+ W. Vernon condo $745+util 109-3701 27 Ave Incl FSDWWD Avail Now 1 bdrm 1 bath downtown apartment $585+util 3504 32nd Str Includes FR ST Avail now 1 bdrm 1 bath rural suite Pets considered $750 Incl util 6980 PV Rd Incl Fr St Wa Dr avail Mar CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 • email: d-williams@shaw.ca See pictures & maps at FREE Rental List

www.buyokanagan.com

at 5603 - 27 St., Vernon

• Very clean units Very • Security building • Window coverings Reasonable Rent • Fridge / stove

Call to view 250-308-6801

Columbia Apartments Available March 1 st

Large One Bedroom Apartment Close to downtown.

Seniors building.

No Pets.

To view call

250-545-1519 1&2bdrm, close to DT, reno’d, in-suite laundry h/u. $850/mo.

1 month free rent or $400 grocery voucher! 250-549-0440.

1bdrm apt. adult building, ns, np, large, clean, quiet, incl. air, cable, extra storage, secure scooter & bike storage, RR. 250-545-8985 1BDRM downtown, N/S, W/D, cable, Wi-Fi & util/incl. $800, avail. March 1. (250)260-3196 1-Bed & Bach, bright & clean in a quiet, carefully managed Apartment building on bus route & walk to downtown. incl’s appliances, heat, hot water, cable TV, locker and parking. Also available furnished.

N/P, N/S 40+. 250-550-4069 2 BDRM, 1 bath. F/S, D/W & AC. Recent updates, well kept.

Family friendly. On site laundry facility. Avail immed. $750.

Call 250-549-1679 or 250550-6991.

2bdrm,1 bath, reno’d, on site laundry, n/s, n/p. $750 per month. + util. 250-308-5006.

2-bdrm loft on farm in Mara, utilities included. $650/mo.

250-838-6630.

ARMSTRONG: Great looking 2 bdrm apartment suite. N/S, no pets, insuite laundry, dishwasher, $800/mo + utils. Call: (250)546-2871.

Bachelor suite with balcony, furn’d or unfurn. Immed. Short or long term. 250-541-0077 BRAND NEW 1 bedroom condo in Vernon, private W&D avail., secured heated U/G parking, dishwasher, A/C. S/S appls. Asking $870/month.

250-549-4800.

BRAND NEW! Large 2 BR, 2 Bath CONDO for RENT in Vernon, secure heated U/G parking, storage locker, elevator, d/w, A/C, stainless appl., private W&D avail. 2 suites to choose from: $1050 & $1100/month.

Please call Melissa at 250-545-2834 & ask about new move in incentives.

Cat friendly, luxury adult 1bdrm, hospital area, in-suite laundry, f/p, jetted tub, secured ug prkg, guest suite.

Heat incl. $850. 250-306-3939 LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 Near new 2br/2bth condo, all appl. in-suite laundry, a/c, near mall & bus route, ref’s req. ns/np, $850. 250-558-4214

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Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Duplex / 4 Plex

Homes for Rent

LUMBY, Shushwap apt, 1 or 2 bdrm, newly upgraded. Heat & cable incl. Coin wash laundry.

Mature people pref. N/p, Refs Req. 250-545-8583, 307-4343 Near Walmart, furnished studio apt. upstairs, w/office space downstairs, ns, np, RR, $750/mo. 250-308-2412 NEW, 2bdrm, downtown Vernon, $1050/mo incl all appl., A/C, W/D, Secured heated U/G parking. Call Mel 604-936-8513, 604-816-9835 NEWLY RENOVATED with ceramic & laminate, Enderby, 1 & 2 bdrm apartments. 250-308-9299

ONE MONTH FREE RENT

1bdrm, 1bdrm + den,on site managers, f/s, d/w,a/c, balcony, secure prkg, adult oriented on 2 acres of park like setting, n/p, n/s. 250545-5773 or 250-550-0243.

RENT INCENTIVE AVAILABLE Arlington/ Embers/ Century, 1 & 2 bdrm, NP, NS, close to bus/ shopping/Schubert centre clean/ well maintained, 55+ 250-275-8066 RICKFORD MANOR. 1 & 2bdrm suites, NS, NP, adult bldg. Call 250-545-1412 SPACIOUS DELUXE 2BDRM, must be seen! $950/mo. 250542-5659.

Apartment Furnished 2bdrm, fully furnished & equipped, updated, Silver Star chalet, April 1st-Oct 31.$990 incl all util.ianaheath@yahoo.ca

Commercial/ Industrial 1700SQFT office space for lease. 250-558-1166.

Office for rent, busy location, $400/mo. +HST, 500sq.ft incl/util. 5005 24 St. 2nd floor, Call Susan (250)542-5728 Paved space, parking/storage, 60x120’ located near 27St & 48Ave. call Rick 778-908-6783 WANTED: Small shop with heat & bathroom in Vernon.

250-540-0068 reasonable rent

Cottages / Cabins Lavington/Coldstream area 2bdrm cottage, fully reno’d, f/s, w/d, full cable & util. incl. ns/np, single $800/mo, couple $900. DD & RR. 250-503-2546

Duplex / 4 Plex 2 BEDROOM 3608 - 25th Avenue, Vernon $845/month + utilities W/D, Fridge & Stove Included No Pets • No Smoking Available February 1st Separate Entrance • Private Yard

½ DUPLEX FOR RENT Great area, 3 bdrm., 1 bath, $915 plus 2/3 utility, N/S, N/P, references

250-550-0234 2 2bdrm lakeview suites,reno’d, gas f/p, f/s, w/d hook up. $1150 util incl., 250-503-2080.

2 BDRM, 4-plex, laundry hook-ups, D/W, $825 + utilities. Available Mar. 1, references checked. 250-5457644 or 250-550-5832 2BDRM suite in 4plex, level entry, newly reno’d, close to Multiplex. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P. Avail. immed $875/mo. +util.

250-545-4461 250-503-7296 3709 24 Ave. Vernon, C-unit 2bdrm, huge yard, $800/mo.

250-549-3634 250-490-1530 3bdrm 1/2 duplex, 2yr old, full bsmnt, parking, March 1, Lumby, $1200/mo. 250-550-4396 3bdrm, 1bath, N/P, F/S, laundry h/u, ref’s req. Avail imm, $950/mo. +util. (250)545-6962 3bdrm, 4-plex, new paint, carpets, f/s, w/d, a/c, 2 decks, carport, storage,r.r. n/s,n/p, $950. March.1. 250-545-6619.

3bdrm duplex, $900 f/s incl., fenced yard, avail April 1. No dogs. 250-545-9191.

3BDRM South Vernon, quiet cul-de-sac, N/S, N/P, $950 incl F/S, w/d & utils. 250-307-3586 4BDRM, +den, 2 full baths, fenced yard, DW, WD, near Fulton, cul-de-sac, single garage, NS/NP, $1250/mo +util.

250-503-7273 Affordable 2bdrm lower suite, w/d, n/p, $800/mo. incl/util.

250-549-8463 Cozy 2bdrm $950/mo incl/util. quiet area, hospital, College area. 250-308-2264 UPPER- Swan Lake area, very clean, 3bdrm, 2bath, garage, incl. appl’s, $1100 +util. ns, np. ref’s. April 1.

250-542-3610 LOWER-new daylight 2bdrm, 1bath, incl. appl’s, good prkg, $875 +util. ns, np, ref’s, avail. immed. 250-542-3610

Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm, f/s, n/s, cat ok, 15/20 min. to Armstrong/Vernon $800/mo. 250-379-2665.

2bdrm mobile, Head of the lake, $500/mo + util. $300 security dep. n/parties, n/s, pet ok. avail Feb1. 250-309-0277 IN Lumby, 2-bdrm, gas heat, f/s, w/d, n/p, $750/mo avail. immed. (250)503-7044

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250-558-9696

EAST HILL - 5 bdrm house avail immed, 3 upper + 2 lower, inlaw suite + separate entrance, fenced garden, 2 parking spaces. $1550 + utils.

Call 604-688-0830 montizambert@telus.net

Commercial/ Industrial

Commercial/ Industrial

COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS * Retail Commercial and Industrial Space * 390 sq ft Main floor New Train Station Office/Retail $440/mo incl Tnet Avail now 1854 sq ft Main flr corner unit New Train Stn Office/Rest $2165/mo incl Tnet Avail now 1160 sq ft Main floor Old Train Station Office/Retail $1355/mo incl Tnet Avail now 696 sq ft Second floor Old Train Station Office space $725/mo incl Tnet Avail now 7652 sq ft N. Vernon Warehouse/Office/Manufacturing $12.00 sq ft incl Tnet Avail now PLUS 5480 sq ft N. Vernon Whse. incl LOADING DOCK $9.00 sq ft incl Tnet Avail now

CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 email: d-williams@shaw.ca

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Townhouses

NOW AVAILABLE BRIGHT & CLEAN Walking distance to town.

2310 - 34 Street

3 bedroom, full basement, 1.5 bath, walk-in closet. $1000/month.

Free $300 Food Voucher

250-549-4467

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HOUSE FOR RENT Great Coldstream location, close to schools and park. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths plus an ensuite. Large fenced yard with a pool and hot tub.

All for $1,800/mo

Call 250-558-1896

Thor

250-309-1742 • Bachelor suite in complex.

Shared washrooms, washrooms, all all Shared utilities including cable utilities including cable TV. $550 TV. $550 • 1 bdrm apartment in • Mountain 1 bdrm apartment in View in city Mountain View in parking, city center. F&S, stall center.

F&S,laundry, stall parking, in-building includes utilities. $650 in-building laundry, utilities. $650 •includes 1 bdrm apartment in Alexis Park.

Utilities • 1 bdrm apartment inincl.

1 parking stall, storage Alexis Park.

Utilities incl. shed, F&S, W&D hookup.

1 parking stall, storage $750 shed, F&S, W&D hookup. vernonhomes.ca/forrent $750 • 2 bdrm New above vernonhomes.ca/forrent ground lower suit, lots light, Middleton • of2 bdrm New abovearea, 2 very large ground lowerbedrooms, suit, lots 5 appliances, looksarea, of light, Middleton fantastic, includes all ult.

2 very large bedrooms, & internet. $1200.

5 appliances, looks vernonhomes.ca/forrent fantastic, includes all ult.

•&2 internet. bdrm townhouse $1200. in Arbor Lee (Alexis Park). vernonhomes.ca/forrent F&S, dedicated parking no townhouse pets. $900 in • stall, 2 bdrm Leecondo (AlexisinPark).

•Arbor 2 bdrm Winfield, Sitaradedicated on the Pond, 2 F&S, parking full baths, underground stall, no pets. $900 parking, 5 appliances, • $900.

2 bdrm upper condo in Lumby. Renovated, looks • 2 bdrm upper condo in great, laminate fllooks oors, Lumby.allRenovated, 5great, appliances, balcony, big all laminate floors, master bdrm, 900 sqft.

5 appliances, balcony, big master bdrm, 900 sqft. $800 $800 • 3 bdrm upper suite in •Heritage 3 bdrm upper home,suite lowerinEast Heritage home, lower East Hill, 1500 sq. ft., utilities Hill, 1500 sq. ft., utilities incl., gar., yard, $1400 incl., gar., yard, $1400 •• 33 bdrm bdrm townhouse townhouse in in Arbor Arbor Lee, Lee, Alexis Alexis Park.

Park.

F&S, W&D, nice layout, good condition. $1,000 2 BDRM House, approx 1100 sq.ft., gas in floor heating, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, avail now. $900 + util. 250-260-6051.

2bdrm Kiliney Beach lakeview 1bath, huge lot, Apr. 1. $1050. ref’s a must, 604-596-5645 2BDRM, Lavington, NS/NP, F/S, W/D, avail March 1, $850/mo +util. 250-542-7517.

2bdrm, level-entry, downtown, large yard, & shed, W/D, NS avail immed., R.R., $875/mo +util. 250-558-8226.

3bdrm, 2bath, main floor, wood flooring, large yard. $1000 +util. 250-307-1546 NEWER 4bdrm 2.5bath, Middleton, $1650/mo. +util.

April 1. 250-558-0883

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3bdrm, Coldstream, 180° view Kal Lake, $1250 + 60% util.shared laundry, n/p, avail now 250-869- 9788 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, recent reno, carport, detached garage, lrg rec room. F/S, W/D, non smoking, pets, neg., avail.

April 1st. 250-960-9009 4-BDRM 2.5 bath house. Walk to OUC. Over looking Kal Lake, 8930 Varsity Dr. $1350.

(403)452-1647.

4bdrm Coldstream, 2 kitchens, 180° view Kal Lake, $1900 + util, np, avail now.

250-869-9788 4bdrm, superb fully furnished & equipped, Silver Star chalet, April 1-Oct 31.$1790 incl all util.ianaheath@yahoo.ca Coldstream house, 4bdrm, 2bath, ns, np, near schools, $1400 incl water & sewer.

250-542-8302 Heritage house in lower East Hill. 4 bedrooms. NS. $1400.

References needed. Phone 250-503-2432 or 250-5498094.

Kal Lakeshore home, 3bdrm 3bath, avail April 1st. $1250 pm +util, n/s, n/p. 250-5457375.Appointments required.

LACASA Lake Cottage Resort for rent or for sale, Elegant & Modern 2bdrm, den, fully furnished, Move in ready, avail Immed $1150+utils or $397,000. 250-491-0823 Lavington, 3+ bdrm + bsmnt.

Fenced yrd, appls, N/S, new floors, rent refs. Pet neg. Avail now. $1000. 250-545-5465 NEW OK Landing executive home 2bed 2bath, $1350, zero smoking, N/P. 250-503-2227 NOW AVAILABLE! Lovely & immac. 2 bdrm Rancher w/ sunroom, all appls, propane fireplace, updated flooring and paint throughout. Large lot, det. garage, and steps to lake Okanagan. “FINTRY” is a small quiet lake community, 35min to Kelowna or Vernon.

Pet neg, N/S, refs req. $1200 mo. Long term avail. Call Kristi 1-604-862-8039 or email: kristip@telus.net OKANAGAN LAKESHORE home Adventure Bay. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1600 sq ft. $1400 mo, All appliances. Please call 250-542-3512 after 5:30.

Small 3bdrm 1.5 bath, f/s, w/d, dw, N/S. $1200/mo incl all utils Avail immed. 250-503-5467 VERNON. AVAIL. immed. 2 bdrm, 900 sq. ft. Quiet street.

F/S, W/D. Close to dwntwn.

N/S. Small pet negot. $875.

250-707-0573.

8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, Sale or Lease.

Bright 1bdrm + den, Armstrong great neighbourhood, sep/entry, incl. laundry & util. avail.

Apr. 1. $750. 250-540-8524 guenther_rick@yahoo.com Bright 3yr old 2bdrm ste, n/s in/out, n/p, laundry, Middleton $875/mo incl util 250.542.8896 Bright, 635 sq ft. 1 bdrm bsmt.

New appliances, fridge, oven/stove, microwave, and insuite washer/dryer. $800.00 (utilities, full cable, wireless internet and laundry).Ref req. N/ S. Available after March 15.

Bright grnd lvl 1bdrm, in-ste laundry, cable, internet, exc Kal view loc. $800/mo. n/s, n/p Avail April 1. 250-558-4830 Fully furnished upscale 1bdrm, mature adult, private entry, view, parking, extras. n/s, n/p, DD, $850 incl/util 250-558-0374 Furn’d bach suite, N/S, N/P, priv. ent., $625 + DD. Avail March 10. (250)549-2543 Immaculate 1bdrm $770/mo. incl. util., garage, garden, f/s, w/d, f/p, freezer, Mar. 1. ns, pets neg. 250-306-8590 Immaculate 2bdrm, f/s, w/d, a/c, Alexis Park, n/s, private entry, avail. April 1, $895/mo + shared util, 250-545-1229.

MONTH TO MONTH RENTAL 1200sqft, 1bdrm suite +den, stunning OK lakeview, fully furnished, priv.entry/laundry, util/incl. security system, $1200/mo. NS. 250-545-3465 Newer bright 2 bdrm suite, private entrance & driveway, f/s, utils incl, close to all amenities.

Vernon. N/S, pets neg. Refs. $950. 250-379-2627.

NEWLY BUILT 2 Bdrm, 1 Bath Carriage Suite. Incl. F/S, W/D, MW and DW. Private ent., backyard area, city view. $1050 (incl util) Rental starting March 15th. 250-306-4868 Newly renod 1bdrm + office.

F/s, w/d (shared), M/W. Suitable for single or professional couple. N/S, N/P, N/D. Avail Immed. $900/mo utils tv & wifi incl. Ph 778-475-0071

3 units for rent, 1-3 bd $550- $1000. View at: www.arttales.ca or call Sean at 250-306-0959 $750, n/p, n/s, w/d, incl. all util. + cable & internet. avail. Mar. 1. 250-503-8255 Thomas Adult oriented, bright clean & cosy, near town/buses. 1bdrm ste in 6-plex. Prkg at back.

N/S, small pet. Avail now. $650 utils incl. 250-545-8900 ENDERBY -1bdrm suite.,incl. util., sat. TV, internet, furnished $750. 250-558-9171 Great looking 2bdrm with dishwasher, covered parking, shared laundry in Harwood.

Avail March 1. $1050/mo.

Small pet ok. 250-260-7736 Nice view, 2bdrm apt, quiet adult building, courthouse area N/S, N/P, $700. 250-558-0305

Motels,Hotels 1bdrm, kitchen, n/s, very quiet Motel, monthly $630/low weekly responsible single.

250-558-1129

Shared Accommodation 17th St fully furn home. Hw, f/p fenced yrd, patio, laundry, dw, prkg. $700 incl utils/int/cable.

250-309-3164 / 250-549-3164 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. females pref. $450/mo. incl.util. N/P, N/S, furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450/mo. incl.util.

N/P, furniture, cable. 250-5490644 $600. All incl. luxury/new bdrm set, 42” TV, nice view/sat./ wireless int/cable/crim. check & ref. N/S. 250-351-0164 Good location, bus, quiet, util, internet, refs, n/s, n/drugs, neg rent. 250-549-7418 / 307-9407 Room for rent, own bath, one responsible female pref, n/s, n/p, no-drugs, no parties, Avail immed 3-4mos, $400 inclusive D.D. Armstrong 250-308-2326

Storage HWY.6 Mini Storage. 4 sizes indoor units. Outdoor fenced compound. Check our prices.

1-888-547-2090.

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Suites, Lower 1bdrm, $650/mo. incl. heat & hydro, n/s, n/p, n/d. profess. person prefered.250-503-6293 1bdrm,above ground, Coldstream,n/p, 180° view Kal Lk. $850 + 40% util. Shrd lndry, avail now. 250-869-9788.

1bdrm, cozy suite, close to beach & college. Lakeview, $750mo. incl util & cable n/p.

250-545-8352, 250-309-4657 1bdrm, f/s, shared laundry, sep/entry & prkg, ns, np, $825 util. cable & internet incl. avail. immed- end of March. 250550-4536 1bdrm Lavington, suitable for single person, reno’d, above ground, laundry & util’s incl, ns, np, $600. Ref’s needed. avail. April 1. 250-549-4540 1bdrm, level entry, covered prkg, F/S, w/d, utils & satellite incl. N/S, N/P, Refs Req, Avail March 1. $675. 250-546-6022 1bdrm level entry, fully reno’d, very quiet area, large tree’d backyard, hot water/inc. N/S only, N/P, $600. 250-545-1220 1bdrm,March 1st, East Hill, 1 person only, 5-appl., util., cable & internet, ns, np, $750.

250-558-4670 1BDRM, newly reno’d, semifurnished, NS/NP, $750 util & cable incl 250-309-6340 1bdrm, suitable for single resp. person, no parties, no drugs, n/p n/s. $600 util incl.

D.D. Avail immed. Parking Armstrong. 250-308-2326.

2 BDRM*-BIG LEVEL ENTRY, util/cable/internet incl.* Sm pet neg. A/C. N/S. Avail March 1st $1000. *250-545-2314* 2bdrm, bright, incl utils, laundry, back yard. N/S, N/P, N/ Parties. Central location, Refs, D/D, $800/mo. 250-260-5967 2bdrm, East Hill area, f/s, w/d, ns, np, DD & ref’s req. avail.

Feb 1. $800/mo. 250-3069909, 250-306-0815 2 bdrm East Hill, cable, internet incl., n/s, n/p. $995+1/2 util. Avail immed. 250-5583430 leave message cel 250503-8909.

2bdrm nice bright & clean newly reno’d basement suite in East Hill. Brand new appliances, washer & dryer. $850/mo + hydro. 250-542-0995 2bdrm suite, f/p, clean, quiet, lakeview, shared laundry, $650 +50% util. 250-545-9067 2bdrm walkout, Lumby, F/S, W/D, D/W, F/P, NS/NP. $850 util & cable incl. avail. March 15. 250-547-6339 2 BEDROOM, 5 Appliances, Util incl. Avail. March 1st. $850. JARED 778-475-0259 3bdrm, modern, daylight suite.

Incl; in-floor heating, H.D. satellite, 4-appl. only 15 min. from town. $975. 250-503-8468.

Armstrong- 1bdrm bsmn’t suite, util & cable incl. ns/np, sep. entry, f/s, w/d, $750/mo. avail. Mar. 1. 250-546-8260 ARMSTRONG: 1 Bdrm bsmt suite, sep entry, shrd laundry, $700 utils incl. (250)546-3327 ARMSTRONG 1bdrm suite newly reno’d, $625 incl. basic util. + shared laundry. Suits quiet single, N/P N/S, Ref’s.

(250)546-9919 Available now bright 2br suite, 6-appl., prkg, NP, NS, $1100 incl/util. except cable & phone & S. Dep. 250-542-9107 Avail now, 1bdrm bsmn’t suite, close to town & Hospital.

NS, NP, $650/mo. TV, internet & util/incl.,250-558-0707.

Bachelor unit, $550 incl util. furniture & cable. Downtown location.

N/S N/P, Avail immed. 250-549-0644 Brand new 1bdrm ground level Foothills, ns, np, f/s, w/d, ref’s $900 util/incl. avail. April 1.

250-549-2626, 250-542-5533

Property Management

Suites, Upper 1400 sq.ft., executive suite, sep ent.,single garage, own driveway, 2bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, open space kitchen& living area, patio, very private, n/p. $1200 incl.,util. Avail March 15. 250-558-4941.

1bdrm, lakeshore, gorgeous top floor, 1200sq.ft. 5 appl. balcony, priv. warf, $939/mo.+ 1/3 util n/p,n/s. 250-558-5045 1BDRM lower & 2bdrm upper, Immaculate, BX area, util/incl., suitable for single person, N/S, N/P, laundry, $750 & $800.

250-804-0531.

2bdrm, 2bath, large, bright, open suite, Bella Vista area, $925/mo. incl. hydro. NP/NS. RR. 250-540-1011 2bdrm awesome East Hill location, walk to downtown, covered deck, laundry, new gas stove, $925 incl/util. April 1.

778-475-1402, 2bdrm + den, beautiful view, $800 util/incl. Vernon, n/s, n/p, Avail immed. 250-549-5054.

2BDRM, f/s, w/d, avail immed.

N/S, N/P, D.D, R.R., $850pm.

250-546-3383.

2bdrm fully reno’d, very large & clean, balcony w/private entry, covered prkg, A/C, large tree’d backyard, quiet area, $775/mo. N/S, no dogs. ph 250-545-1220.

2bdrm main floor, Armstrong, great neighbourhood, cats ok, Apr 1. $850+util 250-546-0293 guenther_rick@yahoo.com 2bdrm suite in Lavington, beautiful country setting, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P, $750/mo. +util. avail. immed.

View at: http://Lavsuite.blogspot.com Call (250)938-4529 2bdrm, upper floor, incl. util, shed, cable, n/s, n/p, $995. avail.immed., (250)542-7806 3 BDRM upper floor, clean, utils. incl., garden area, fruit trees, F/S, W/D, NS, $1100/mo, 545-1496.

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*Houses and Furnished Accommodation*

3 bdrm 1.5 bath semi rural home $1000+util 5862 Bella Vista Road incl fr st Avail now 2 bdrm 1 bath downtown house $975+util 3502 30 Str Includes Fr St Avail March 2011 1+3 bdrm 2 bath Lakeshore home $2000+util 7497 Brooks Lane Fr St incl available April 3 bdrm 2.5 bath two storey townhome $1350+util 100 Palmer Road Fr St DW incl Avail April CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 • email: d-williams@shaw.ca See pictures & maps at FREE Rental List at 5603 - 27 St., Vernon

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Century 21 Executives Realty Property Management • 250-550-2120

Townhouses 3BDRM, 1.5 bath in quiet complex, laminate floors, own laundry, semi-private yard, no smoking. Avail. Mar 1, $1000 +DD. 250-260-0442.

3bdrm, 1.5bath, w/d, f/s, dw, newly reno’d, parking in front, priv. deck in rear, pool in complex, $1100 incl/util. RR. 250-542-1938, 250-306-2306, 3bdrm, 1bath, 1100sq.ft., townhouse, end unit, 2 car carport, f/s, d/w, no smoking, no pets, $990 pm/ +D.D. avail anytime. 250-545-1927.

3bdrm townhouse 1.5-bath, 2313 36 St. New kitchen, laminate floors & carpets.A must see, walking distance to town, avail. March 1. $900/mo.

No dogs.

250-558-5053 please leave msg to view Townhouse: 2 lrge bdrms, split level, 1 storage or office room, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sq.ft., 1 prkg stall, in-suite laundry, fridge, stove, dishwasher, a/c unit, near bus route, N/S, no pets. Avail April 1st, 2011, looking for 1yr lease damage deposit, R.R. $895/mo. Call 250-307-6628 to view.

Want to Rent 2+ or 3bdrm house/townhouse in Vernon, mature couple, N/S, N/P, long term. Excellent References, 250-542-2785

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty.

250-542-2685.

WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994.

Armstrong. 250-546-9055.

Auto Financing Autocredit911.com Best rates Free delivery, BC/AB, cars/trucks/vans/suvs, trades welcome. Good Bad Ugly credit you’re approved. 1888-635-9911 or apply online

Cars - Domestic 1993 Ford Explorer - New tires, new battery, new brakes, good running condition. $1500 OBO. Please call (250)3088392.

2004 Oldsmobile Alero, deluxe model, power everything, 116,000k, Toyo winter tires on rims, well looked after, asking $5500 obo. 250-549-3352 2004 Red Pontiac Sunfire 2dr, auto, sunroof, air, $3800 obo.

250-547-9290 2005 Cavalier 4dr automatic, air, CD, 134,000kms. Excellent. $4650. 250-545-9120 2008 FORD FOCUS, 4 door auto, loaded, 98000 kms.

2008 Dodge Caliber 4 door auto, loaded, 45,000 kms either $7500. Chris 250-9380347

Cars - Sports & Imports 1987 Acura Integra, 1.6Lt, 5spd, 165,303km, sunroof, a/c 4 all seasons & 4 winters. New rad, brake calipers, disc pads.

Near mint cond. $3000 obo.

(250)503-0116 after 5:30pm 1992 Mazda MX3 V6, runs well, $950 obo. 250-540-7640

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500, quad cab, 4x4, 84,000kms, $13,500.

Keith 250-549-6520

1st Choice Charley’s Escorts Vernon area. In or Out Calls.

VERNON & KAMLOOPS LOCATIONS Charley’s Newest Girl Kitty Kat has arrived in Vernon!

Vernon Location - 250-5407769 or 250-540-7069 Kamloops - 250-572-3623 Always Hiring.

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BEACH BUNNIES New First Class Spa Now Open! #32-2789 Blue Heights www.beachbunnies.ca 250-448-8854 We only hire the very best

NEW TO Vernon. Pretty Gina, 38, blonde, slim, 36DD natural. Fun friendly escort. in/out 250-307-8174

2001 Audi A4, 1.8 Quattro, 128,000k. auto, sunroof, leather, $7,995. 250-260-6002.

2001 Audi, standard, mint cond. 160Km, fully loaded. $8,000. 250-545-8190 lv mess 2006 Toyota Scion XB, 4dr, 4 cyl, 5spd, loaded, 160miles, very good cond. $5,500.

250-308-2225

Recreational/Sale 1994 Northern Lite import camper, $6,000.

250-5463452.

Scrap Car Removal

2007 GMC Sierra. 1500HD. SLE crew cab. 109KM, Very clean. $18,900. 250-547-6611 2010 Toyota Tacoma, crew cab, TRD sport, 6spd, loaded.

13,000km. $25,975.

2006 Tacoma, 4dr, ext cab, auto, loaded, 96,000km. $16,975.

Gov’t inspected rebuilt vehicles. Lego Auto Sales Vernon.

250-260-4415. DL# 9462

Utility Trailers Pace 6x12 enclosed, Special $2995. Utility Trailer w/ramp, 5x8. $795. 250-545-2000

CHAT live with Charley’s girls and guys. 1-900-528-1051, 1-900-548-1051, 1-900-7831051.

ALL Pro Escorts.

Female & Male Escorts & Strippers.

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City of Vernon INVITATION TO TENDER Tender # PW-11-12 — Hot Mix Asphalt Road Patching Services Sealed Tenders marked “Tender # PW-11-12 – Hot Mix Asphalt Road Patching Services” will be received at the office of the Purchasing Agent – Operations Yard Office, 1900 – 48th Avenue, Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Y7, up to 2:00 p.m., local time, Tuesday, March 22, 2011 for the following work: The supply and placing of hot mix asphalt on City streets for road patching & repair, road widening, bike lanes and linear trails and other similar work Further information, tender forms, and specifications may be obtained from www.vernon.ca, www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca or the office of the Purchasing Agent at the Operations Yard Office between the hours of 8:00 - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

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LOCATION, LOCATION, TRADES LOCATION CONSIDERED 3405 - 16TH STREET VERNON

4 - 1805 45 AVENUE VERNON

• 4 Bedrooms + den • Full basement • Corner lot • Alley access • Fenced rear yard • Brick Àreplace • Kitchen addition • Laminate Áoors • 51’ x 120’ lot size • 1 Bath • Single carport • European style kitchen MLS®

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New Kitchen New bathrooms Hardwood Áoors Single carport 2 1/2 Baths 3 Bdrms Full Basement Central Air Extra parking Close to schools Quiet Dead End Road Small 8 unit Complex Over 2000 sq. Ft. of Ànished area Trades considered MLS

Offered at OPEN HOUSE SUN 1-3 $269,900

REMODELED

NO AGE RESTRICTIONS

Offered at $299,000

FULL BASEMENT

3 LEVELS

FENCED REAR YARD

CENTRAL AIR

ROBB BROWN 250.260.0358 SALE

REDUCED

COLLAPSED

5214 HWY 97 WESTWOLD

135 ASHTON COOKE RD. ENDERBY

CONCRETE FOUNDATION

• Cute and affordable mobile on full concrete foundation with lots of room for future expansion • Situated on 2.78 peaceful country acres just minutes from Enderby • Tastefully remodeled inside and out with new paint, trim, laminate Áooring and much more!

• A must see in this price range!

• MLS®

Offered at $199,000

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2 Bdrms New roof Vinyl siding Upgraded electrical Country style kitchen New 200 sq. ft. addition Backs onto farmland Trayed ceilings Upgraded plumbing Level Lot Pot lamp lighting Newer windows Must be sold!

MLS

COUNTRY STYLE KITCHEN

Offered at $219,000

2.78 ACRES

COUNTRY SETTING

AMPLE PARKING

.52 ACRE LOT

For additional pictures go to www.robbbrown.com

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