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Vernon residents Brian and May VinceSmith (above) babysit for a farm friend who is out of town during the hatching of several Araucana chickens. A chick (left) waits for some company after hatching out of an egg in an old electric frying pan in the East Hill home.
Store shooting sends one to hospital RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Police converged on a Vernon convenience store after a shooting Friday. A 32-year-old man was wounded in the shoulder outside of the 7-Eleven on 39th Avenue just after 11:15 p.m. “No one expects this kind of thing to happen,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. The incident occurred while the victim was inside his vehicle in the parking lot.
“An individual jumped into the vehicle, produced a gun and demanded his wallet,” said Molendyk. The victim fled the vehicle and was shot in the shoulder. He ran towards the store but was assaulted by two other individuals. RCMP were called and once on scene, a search for the suspects began. Shortly after that, two individuals were arrested. “We are continuing to search for a third individual in this case,” said Molendyk,
who believes that person is the alleged shooter. There is nothing to indicate the victim knew the suspects. “We’re in the early stages of the investigation but the motive appears to be robbery,” said Molendyk. The two suspects arrested — one who is known to police — are expected to appear in court Monday. The victim has been released from hospital.
Rising water has some Falkland residents on edge. The B.C. River Forecast Centre continues to issue a high streamflow advisory for the Salmon River. That means flooding in low-lying areas is possible. “Right now, many of us have the hairs up on the back of our neck. We feel like something is yet to come,” said Cliff Doherty, Shuswap Emergency Program co-ordinator. No homes had been threatened as of press time, but there was water in some farmers’ fields. Rene Talbot “The water is running fast and there’s some debris — lots of dirt and some small trees,” said Rene Talbot, Columbia-Shuswap Regional District director. “The higher water has come a little early this year. The weather is unpredictable.” The advisory is a direct result of warm weather and snow melt at low to mid elevations. “Warmer weather is expected this weekend so we expect continued runoff,” said Luanne Chew, a hydrologist with the B.C. River Forecast Centre. “River levels are high but not at bank flow yet. Given the weather conditions, we don’t expect any major flooding.” However, Chew admits there could be localized flooding depend on geography in certain locations. The CSRD is stocking up on sandbags but presently, residents are being urged to purchase their own sandbags to deal with issues specific to their land. “We want to keep our supply of bags large enough if there is a significant flooding event,” said Doherty. “We want to try and prevent a run on sandbags.” For information about flood preparedness, Falkland residents can go to www.csrd.bc.ca or call 250-833-5927. “We are asking property owners to take precautionary attempts if they are in a low-lying area,” said Doherty.
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were held behind closed doors. “It was in-camera because of Efforts are being fast-tracked other possible property acquisito keep a proposed sports com- tions,� said chairperson Wayne plex a priority. Lippert. Politicians met Thursday Coldstream and Okanagan to discuss the steps required to College were the lead agencies resubmit an application to the during the previous application to Agricultural Land Commission so the ALC, but GVAC is now playing 10 acres next to Okanagan College an expanded role. can be used for recre“All participants in ational facilities. Greater Vernon have “Other issues can take agreed to work together over and we can forget and to present the plans about what we want to for the Greater Vernon do,� said director Jim community,� said Garlick of why the comLippert, adding that plex is at the top of the the goal is to obtain full agenda. approval from the ALC. Wayne Lippert The ALC recently “We are working turned down an applicatowards a resolution of tion for non-farm use this situation.� of the property, saying the land GVAC will meet with the colhas good agricultural capabilities lege and sports groups soon to and a strong case was not made discuss the sports complex, which for long-term recreational needs would include a rubberized track, locally. fields and other amenities. As part of the current pro“We have to demonstrate the cess, the Greater Vernon Advisory community need for these faciliCommittee is focusing on its mas- ties,� said Lippert. ter parks plan, including identify“Everyone is working together ing potential parks sites that may to put together support with all of eventually be needed for agricul- the sports groups and the Greater tural land. Vernon community for an appliMost of Thursday’s discussions cation the ALC can support.� Morning Star Staff
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Nick Morrison and two-year-old daughter Eva enjoy some play time all by themselves while at Vernon’s Kin Beach Friday.
Sandbags a sign of potential flooding risk RICHARD ROLKE
In Enderby, both items can be found at the public works yard on McGowan Street It’s unknown whether rivers, while they are in the parking lot creeks and lakes will flood, but across from the Lumby Curling residents can take action now. Club. North Okanagan Emergency Spallumcheen residents can Management has made sand and find sand and bags at the public sandbags available at a number of works yard on Eagle Rock Road and locations. Armstrong residents can call 250“Every year we do a sand546-3023 for assistance. bag mitigation plan,� said Brent Residents in the North Okanagan Watson, emergency co-ordinator. Regional District electoral areas can Brent Watson In Coldstream, sand and sandaccess sandbags at the fire training bags are available on Kalamalka centre on Pottery Road. Road, across from Postill Drive, and on In Vernon, there is sand and sandbags School Road, across from Jeffers Park. at the city yards on Pleasant Valley Road Morning Star Staff
and at the corner of Okanagan Avenue and Okanagan Landing Road. Sandbags can also be picked up at the Vernon fire hall during after-hours emergencies. “It’s all about preparedness and planning ahead,� said Watson. “If you have a history of water on your property, now is the time to fill sandbags and not when your basement is full of water.� The provincial government is not predicting widespread flooding at this time, but the situation could change with warmer temperatures and high snowpack. “It is all weather dependent,� said Watson of possible flooding. For more information, go to www.ver-
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Grid road facing delays RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Building a new road in Coldstream has been challenging but it should be open this summer. Council was told Monday that the grid road, which will connect College Way to Kalamalka Road, is slightly behind schedule and instead of an early June opening, it should be ready by the end of July. “It’s a very complicated project but I’m pleased it’s getting done,” said Mayor Jim Garlick. “We’re going over a creek, under a railway track and up a hill.” Construction of the grid road — which will be known as College Way — began in July 2010. However, delays occurred because of the early arrival of winter and cold weather lasting longer than anticipated. “Some over-winter delays were anticipated but the late spring has delayed the window under which the spring work can be completed,” said Michael Stanhuis, chief administrative officer, in a written report. The schedule also had to be revised because of logistical and
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The new grid road is expected to open for traffic by July 30. engineering challenges with the underpass. “The start-up of the shoring wall to retain the railway diversion track was delayed,” said Stamhuis. “Once started, the installation and testing of the shoring wall anchors took longer than anticipated. This was followed up by the forming and pouring of the two abutments.” Utilities, curbing and paving will be done at the Kalamalka Road/Husband Road intersection this month, and that will impact traffic flows. Once the bridge span is com-
pleted, the diversion tracks will be relocated on to the bridge and then the shoring wall will be removed. That will allow for excavation of the final section of road west of the bridge in late May or June. Final paving of the new road will then take place before the road is ready for traffic by the end of July. The total budget for the grid road project is $8.9 million. “We’re on the top end of that but we’re looking OK,” said Stamhuis when asked about costs.
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Fees frozen for public skating and swimming RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Lacing up skates at the rink or splashing around in the pool won’t cost more. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee has approved parks and recreation fees for 2011/12, and those for public programs will be frozen. “That will be for public skating and public swimming,” said Al McNiven, parks and recreation administrator. It was decided to hold the line on public admission partly because of the economy impacting families, but also because of reduced sales at the gate. “Participation dropped in 2010 and
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There will be no increase in admission for public swimming at the Vernon Recreation Complex. we’re trying to increase those,” said McNiven. For rental of fields and facilities, fees will climb two per cent. “I don’t like raising anything but our costs, like Hydro, are going up and the money has
to come from somewhere,” said director Jack Gilroy. Increased costs for operations are a concern for director Mike Macnabb. “If we’re not getting use of facilities, maybe
we just can’t have (staff) wages going up,” he said. Labour makes up about 45 per cent of the function’s budget. The North Okanagan Regional District contracts recreation services to the City of Vernon and the city determines salary levels. “Most of it comes down to the level of service we want in our facilities,” said Wayne Lippert, chairperson. Director Patrick Nicol is pushing for more corporate sponsorships for programs. “We need to find a way to keep costs down,” he said. In terms of people registering for sports and using facilities, Nicol
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Armstrong council couldn’t believe what they were hearing. Following a recent presentation from the North Okanagan-Shuswap Crime Stoppers Society, council learned the organization’s main source of fundraising is a coupon booklet which is conducted by an outside group, and Crime Stoppers receives a portion of each booklet sold. “We thought, ‘Holy Dinah,’ this organization is responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars in recouped cash and valuables, yet they have to go and fundraise,” said Coun. Shirley Fowler, who attended the Southern Interior Local Government Association meetings in Merritt. At SILGA, a resolution put forward by the City of Armstrong to have proceeds from crime go to Crime Stoppers was passed, though with one major amendment. “Instead of just Crime Stoppers, the resolution now reads that proceeds from crime now be directed to groups and organizations that are responsible for recouping such things,” said Fowler. The amended resolution will now be forwarded to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities
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Library friends want to keep storage space RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
A group that raises funds for the Vernon library wants assurances that its home base is available. Coldstream council has instructed staff to report back on the status of the lease with Vernon Friends of the Library, which rents part of the old fire hall building on Kalamalka Road for storing used books. “Council is not looking at that building for anything other than what we use it for now,” said Mayor Jim Garlick. The non-profit group pays Jim Garlick $5,376 a year for its portion of the building, which was actually Coldstream’s library branch until it closed 20 years ago. Besides storing discarded books from Okanagan Regional Library, the room is used by volunteers to sort books 40 hours a week over the winter. The building is also the site of a fall book sale annually. Linda Wills, with Friends of the Library, hopes the group can continue to rent the space from the municipality. “The long bays are perfect and the concrete floor can handle the weight of the books,” she said. The garage door that was once used by fire trucks now makes it easy for shipments of books. All of the funds Friends of the Library raises goes back into ORL’s Vernon branch.
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Tree maintenance concerns take root Morning Star Staff
Parks crews are being told to be more careful. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will advise the maintenance contractor that trees have been damaged by lawn mowers and weed eaters. “The people maintaining the parks should be told not to hit trees,” said director Jim Garlick. That action was taken after the District of Coldstream raised concerns about GVAC policies on the replacement of damaged trees and protecting newly planted trees. “Over the last 10 years, a number of new trees have been planted in Lavington’s park, with some planted as memorial trees by family members,” said Coun. Doug Dirk in a written report sent
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to GVAC. “In the majority of the situations, the trees have not been adequately protected and damaged by park maintenance activities. Most of these trees need to be replaced and the new ones protected adequately.” Plastic guards are placed around trees as a buffer from machines like lawn mowers and weed eaters. “If damaged, a tree is left until the point where it dies or becomes a safety hazard and then it is taken out,” said Al McNiven, GVAC’s parks and recreation general manager. However, Garlick says the plastic guards aren’t adequate enough to keep mowers away from trees and other meaPHOTO SUBMITTED sures need to be considered. “It’s a just a matter of maintenance Trees at Lavington Centennial Park have been and oversight of maintenance,” he said. damaged by landscaping equipment.
Free transit set for Funtastic RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Action is being taken to ensure participants and the public are safe during Vernon’s largest summer event. The city has approved free transit buses for the Funtastic Summer Festival from June 30 to July 2. “This has been something we’ve done for many years,” said Kevin Bertles, finance manager. “It keeps party revellers off the road and local residents safe.” Thousands of people attend the festival, which includes live entertainment and a beverage area at the Vernon Army Camp. “A key component of the event is our Get
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taxpayers about $2,000 a year. However, Mayor Wayne Lippert believes that is an essential expense if people are to be urged not to drink and drive. “We need to keep the service there so it helps keep things under control,” he said.
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belle province maybe these meetings should be conducted in French.” Layton: “You have a point there but you have to remember before this election we had a grand total of one MP from Quebec and we have quite a few members from B.C., where the second official language is hippy, so I think we better stick with English for awhile until we can all adjust to this new reality for the NDP.” Rookie MP #1: “Speaking of that sir, are we going to be talking about where we stand on separatism?” Layton: “Well, we’re against it, of course.” Rookie MP #1: “We are? Was that in the manual? Was that covered at the candidate conference? Do my constituents know this?” Layton: “This could be tougher than I thought. Now where’s the person who is still a student at McGill University?” Rookie MP #4: “That’s me, sir.” Layton: “You just graduated, congratulations.” Rookie MP #4: “I did. You can do that? Wow, thanks. What degree did I get, actually?” Layton: “No, I mean you have a job now so quit school, oh, never mind.” Bob Rae: “I have a question.” Layton: “What are you doing here? You’re not a member of my caucus, you’re a Liberal.” Rae: “I know but I used to be an NDP and a premier and everything and I became a Liberal when there was more of them than us but now it’s the other way around and they don’t seem to like me much since I mentioned that merger thing so I thought I might be able to come back and.......” Layton: “Get out of here Bob, we have work to do.” Adrian Dix: “I have a question too.” Layton: “You’re not in my caucus either. But at least you’re an NDPer. What can I do for you?” Dix: “Well you just did so amazing during the campaign Jack and I’m pretty sure I’m going to have to take on Christy Clark in an election this fall back in B.C. and I could use all the advice I can get from a winner like you.” Layton: “Well, that’s very flattering Adrian but really just be yourself and the people will believe in you.” Dix: “That’s great, Jack. I’ll try that but just to be safe do you think I could also borrow your cane for, oh, about six months or so?”
There’s no question that the financial challenges of the last few years have put significant strain on everyone, but particularly families. People have lost jobs or had wages frozen. That means there’s not only less cash for the necessities of life but also for those recreational activities that foster special memories and relationships among parents and children. That’s why the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee deserves praise for holding the line on fees for public programs. An increase may have only amounted to a few more cents, but a hike in fees may have stopped some from being able to go skating or swimming. One just has to consider that attendance dropped when fees climbed almost four per cent last year. And that’s unfortunate given the growing concern about obesity and children interacting more with computers than people. Just an hour or so splashing around in the pool or sliding across the ice can ensure they get some exercise, while spending quality time with their parents, siblings and friends. Ideally, it would have been nice if GVAC had frozen fees for rentals of fields and facilities (they are going up two per cent), but Hydro, fuel and labour costs are skyrocketing. Taxpayers already provide a subsidy to operate recreational facilities, so a cost-of-living increase for rentals is not only realistic but necessary. Given the financial pressures facing politicians and bureaucrats, significance progress has been taken to ensure local families can enjoy some of the simple pleasures of life without it costing an arm and a leg.
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ive years ago, my wife and I moved to Vernon. We had previously been involved in roadside cleanup programs and decided to continue with that activity after discovering that there was a pressing need in Vernon as well. In our first years in this community, we did cleanups from the Pleasant Valley Road/Silver Star Road intersection to the Foothills area. We continue to do seasonal cleanups along a route now co-ordinated by our area’s Adopt-A-Road program. Cleanup along Silver Star Road has led us to the conclusion that sections of the road are incredibly dangerous. In fact, a fatality has recently taken place. A young cyclist died in an accident at the intersection of Silver Star Road and L&A Road. Let me clarify the situation as I see it. The issue is not one of aesthetics, although the road from the Pleasant Valley Road/Silver Star Road intersection to the Blackcomb Way development is presently a patchwork of potholed and repaired, dilapidated lanes. The critical issue is a lack of roadway safety. This road is much too narrow to accommodate the heavy volume of traffic it experiences year-round, and particularly so during the winter season. As well, there is little or no room along sections of the road for safe walking or cycling. We Vernonites should be embarrassed that this is the safest motorway our city can offer to visitors travelling to the world-class facility up on Silver Star Mountain. Two sample problem areas: ON THE PROWL Cats that are allowed outside to roam have a devastating impact on our native wildlife and ecosystems, particularly birds. Please understand that I am a devoted cat lover. As I write, my cat, Reggie, sits and looks wistfully at the great outdoors near our home at the edge of Kal Park. Reggie used to be an outside cat before we adopted him from our son before he left to work overseas. Reggie has adapted really well and enjoys being a voyeur of what happens outside, rather than an active, murderous participant. I know I'm doing the right thing by keeping him an indoor cat. It's well established that indoor cats live longer and have fewer health problems. But more importantly, Reggie lives indoors because I know that free, roaming cats are responsible for millions of songbird deaths in North America each year. Chipmunks, squirrels and baby marmots are also easy targets. Even if you (like me) are not a mouse lover, mice would be better left as part of the food system for eagles, hawks or coyotes than
1. L&A Road/Silver Star Road intersection: When driving east along narrow Silver Star Road, the road makes a sudden sharp turn to the left. In the centre of that curve, it intersects with Pleasant Valley Road, which itself has a steep downhill grade leading to the tight, right-angled intersection. Amazingly, there are no turning lanes. A recipe for disaster, which unfortunately became reality. In remembrance, bouquets of flowers continue to be placed along the roadside at the site of the accident. To fully appreciate the problem, to be killed by a well-fed cat. Kitty can still take care of inside mice. Please take the devastation that your cat can have on wildlife and our delicate ecosystem seriously. Convert your outside cat to indoor life and keep new cats indoors from the start. Both kitty and the environment will thank you. Debby Hamilton TERMINAL A WASTE In this time of fiscal restrain, the idea of spending $805,000 on a fancy transit terminal is ridiculous. It will not increase transit use. More buses and new or extended routes would be more appropriate. There are several areas begging for bus service. The cenotaph location has been previous used but failed. Bus passengers were so intimidated by drug users, alcoholics and hookers that security personnel were needed on site. Also, the terminal structures were continuously vandalized. I have lived on Mission Hill for over 50 years and have used the transit system since its inception. We have the best bus drivers in B.C. They
one needs only to drive past the dangerous and unsightly T-intersection, which appears not to have been upgraded since our pioneer days. 2. Upper Star Road/Silver Star Road intersection: Cars slowing down on Silver Star Road and wishing to turn to the right on to Star Road are sometimes forced off the road and onto the sloping gravel shoulder by cars and trucks bearing down on them from the rear. The scenario is somewhat similar to that outlined immediately above. Silver Star Road is also curved at the site of this T-intersection and, in addition, has a rather steep gradient. Turning lanes at the site would seem to be the most obvious remedy, a suggestion put forward by area residents on several occasions. We are hoping that these pressing matters will be addressed and that this busy Vernon roadway will become much safer. To that end, correspondence has been sent to the mayor, to city officials, including our six councillors, to the NORD administrator and to the minister of of transportation. A firm action plan with a timeline for implementation of a major overhaul to this entire section of our community’s road system has been requested. Let’s not shelve these issues and hide behind the tired argument that jurisdictional factors prevent anything from being done. In support of the parents who recently lost their son in the Silver Star Road accident, we believe there is an ethical obligation to act now. Gord Mallett are courteous, cheerful and go out of their way to assist their passengers. I hope the transit committee will use its common sense and invest in more buses and bus routes. Josephine Brown BRAVO TO ALL We feel as if we had a recent holiday in Europe. We volunteered at the Sparkling Hill Masters World Cup cross-country ski championships here in Vernon. The atmosphere generated by the laughter and talk of many different athletes from several countries was infectious. We had a ball helping out. The colourful ski suits dazzled about. The weather could not have been better. We needed sunglasses as the snow sparkled. Congratulations to the Sovereign Lake Nordic Club. Our local hero, Dag Aaybe, placed well and won a silver medal in his 10-kilometre race. His birthday is in May so be sure to wish him well when you see him running about Vernon and up Silver Star MIA. David and Jean MacDougall
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THANKS BUT... I read in your paper that the city gave $3,000 to the SPCA. I think that was a joke. The SPCA deserves more help than that. I adopted a cat there two years ago and they looked after my cat. That's a job — $3,000 is not enough money to give anybody. Also, I was up at the SPCA recently and the road going up there is full of pot holes. Why can't they fix the road going up to the SPCA? Art Gowley
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Water content at 41-year high RICHARD ROLKE
but vigilance is taking place,” said Badke. Residents are encouraged to conserve water where they can because a change in weather conditions could negatively impact the snowpack. “If the snow is not getting to our reservoirs because the melt is taking a long time and it (the water) is evaporating, there is a concern,” said Badke. Badke says there is the possibility that parts of Greater Vernon could experience flooding this spring. “It depends on how fast the snow melt takes place,” he said.
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“Last year at this time, there was no snow left in this area.” — Arnold Badke stage one restrictions (oddeven days), which are in place year-round. Officials believe there should be enough water for summer and the remainder of the year. “All of the signs are positive
It may eventually become difficult to buy bottled water at Wesbild Centre or the swimming pool. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will investigate installing and maintaining water fountains after the City of Vernon suggested that plastic water bottles not be available at recreation facilities. “We want to encourage the use of our tap water,” said chairperson Wayne Lippert, adding that the focus may be on bottled water in vending machines. “We have spent millions of dollars on a new treatment plant. We should be encouraging people to use it.” The city is discontinuing the use of plastic water bottles in its
“Why should we dictate to people?” — Mike Gavinchuk facilities, and similar action occurs in Greater Vernon schools. “Kids bring refillable bottles and refill them at sinks,” said director Jim Garlick, who is a teacher. But Garlick believes restricting access to plastic bottles will only be successful if fountains are available and they are maintained. “People don’t want to use dirty fountains,” he said. GVAC will also determine whether the provincial or federal governments should get involved in the issue
from an environmental perspective. “They control the production of bottles,” said director Gyula Kiss. “The overwhelming majority of bottles end up in the landfill and pollute the environment.” Not everyone welcomes the direction GVAC may take. “There are people making a living from selling bottles of water,” said director Mike Gavinchuk. “Why should we dictate to people how they drink water?”
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It’s the biggest honour George Zimmerman has ever received, being named the Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions 2010 volunteer of the year for his longtime involvement with the Interior Provincial Exhibition. As far as Zimmerman, 75, is concerned, the honour needs to be shared. “I couldn’t believe it because we’ve got thousands of people that are doing the same thing I’ve been doing, and as far as I’m concerned they all need an award,” said Zimmerman who was given the honour at a recent dinner celebrating the IPE volunteers. “It was a real surprise and a great honour, one of the biggest honours of my life. It was chosen from right across all of Canada’s fairs and exhibitions.” Married for 53 years to his wife, Phyllis, the father of three daughters and grandfather to six has been involved with the IPE since 1965 as one of the founders that year of the Vernon Pigeon and Poultry Club. Zimmerman was in charge of entertainment during the 1970s bringing in a variety of acts ranging from the Utah Clog Dancers to Canadian music icons Wilf Carter, Tommy Hunter, Ian Tyson and Gordon Lightfoot. He served two different terms as IPE president, in 1983-84 and again in 1996-97. R e c e n t l y , Zimmerman has taken on two more volunteer responsibilities at the IPE. He became in charge
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Also honoured at the IPE volunteer dinner was Dave Jordan, who was named winner of the B.C. Fairs Distinguished Service award. Jordan’s involvement with the IPE runs the gamut from electrician to always looking for ways to improve the grounds, to running operations on a yearround basis or helping in the kitchen at a food booth. “At one time, when the IPE was without a general manager, Dave stepped in and voluntarily ran the IPE office for several months, backed by his background of having operated his own company for many years,” said Jordan’s friend, Jack Jamieson, who introduced Jordan at the dinner. “He listened to suggestions and weighed them before taking any action.” More than 200 people attended the dinner saluting those who
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On Saturday, May 7, 2011, Regional District of North Okanagan – Greater Vernon Water (RDNO-GVW) staff toured over 400 visitors from Vernon, Coldstream and the surrounding areas through the new Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant (the Plant). The public opening of the Plant, held in conjunction with Drinking Water Week, was an opportunity for the public to learn about their different water sources and how their drinking water is treated. The Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant uses a Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) system to remove dissolved organic particles, colour and turbidity from the raw water supply. The organic particles and turbidity come from natural processes in the watershed and were responsible for the previous yellow colour of water and boil water notices that customers on the Duteau Creek system experienced. The DAF system is also successful at removing most of the large and medium organic particles thereby reducing colour, and vastly improving the visual quality of the water. The DAF system, however, still needs a filter component to remove the smallest organic particles and to be in compliance with Interior Health standards for removal of Giardia and Cryptosporidium. A pilot project is currently underway to determine the best filter system to install and construction is slated for 2015.
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and economic impacts of poverty on our comLaughter and tears munities, and municipal mingled as the 10 accountwomen celebrated by a b i l i t y the 2011 Woman of the to propYear shared their stories erty taxat an informal meet and p a y e r s . greet recently at The G r e e n Sprouted Fig in down- lost the town Vernon. highlight “The evening was of her Green a terrific success,” said p o s t 2011 chairperson Susan retirement life in 2009 Curzon. “Our commit- with the passing of her tee is excited to share husband Harold. She the upcoming time with volunteers with Hospice our new friends, as we House, the Canadian crescendo to the gala Cancer Society, Silver evening.” Star Rotary, and her Sponsored by Vernon strata council. Women in Business Kongsdorf ’s belief (VWIB), the 24th annu- that disability does not al Woman of the Year limit an gala celebration takes i n d i place Thursday at the vidual’s Best Western Vernon courage Lodge. or resilThis year’s nominees i e n c y for Woman of the Year f o r m s are Lorraine Johnson t h e Brotsky, Janet Green, founda- Kongsdorf Lisa Kongsdorf, Ruth tion of Kovacs, Judith Lanaway, her life. At Independent Renee Leveille, Lydia Living Vernon, she Phillips, Debra Pool, facilitates the 12-week Min Sidhu and Deb employment program, White. co-ordinates annual Johnson Brotsky left fund-raising events her career as a pattern- and advocates for the maker in rights of persons Montreal with disabilities to in the ‘70s obtain basic necessiand creties. Diagnosed with ated many multiple sclerosis designs in 2005, Kongsdorf for the volunteers with the fledgling Vernon MS Society Far West and advocates with Johnson Brotsky Company. the Reformed MS She joined Society to support Powerhouse Theatre and advocate for the in 1979 as costume- recently discovered designer, and has con- Liberation Treatment. tributed to Vernon’s In addition to raising Centennial celebration, three children, she has Trinity United Church welcomed three foster banners and Vernon children into her home. School District drama Kovacs has brightproductions. ened the lives and Elected to Lumby improved the reading Village Council in 2010, skills of more than 400 Green’s passions are Vernon children during directed at the social the past 16 years, and
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Move over Donovan, there’s another Bailey burning up the track. Grade 12 Fulton Secondary student Sarah Bailey has committed to the NCAA Division 1 Jacksonville Dolphins in Florida for next fall. A middle-distance specialist with personal bests of two minutes, 15 seconds in the 800-metre and 4:45 in the 1,500-m, Bailey never really considered track would be her ticket to a full-ride scholarship when she first got serious about the sport. “I always did it in elementary school and I wanted to keep doing it in high school. I just love it and I was always pretty good at it,” smiled Bailey, who turns 18 in May. “I like the competitive side of it. You can tell when you’re working hard that you’ll get the results. It’s more on yourself to do it.” When she first joined the Vernon AAA Track & Field Club, Bailey was pretty much left to her own devices when it came to training for middle distance. “There was no middle-distance coach before, so I just kind of ran,” she shrugged. Bailey’s track development received a big boost when Brent Helland began working with the club in her Grade 8 year. A nationally certified coach and former national competitor, Helland has provided Vernon AAA athletes with plenty of insight and training know-how. “He really knows when I can push it, or when I need to rest,” said Bailey, who works with the Kiss-FM radio events crew. “If I’m having a bad day, he knows what to say to make me feel better, and helps me push through that mental aspect as well.” Helland says he couldn’t ask for a more willing protégé that Bailey.
“She has the drive and desire to do what she wants. She is willing to do the work and she is coachable,” he said. “She makes my life easy. If they don’t have the right attitude, there’s only so much you can do.” Helland also credits Bailey for inspiring a new crop of rising track stars. “She has created something pretty amazing at the club. We’re starting to see the up-and-comers looking up to her,” he said. And while Bailey still considers herself a work in progress, the results she is posting indicate she is among the best in her age group. She was a double-gold medallist (800-m and 1,500-m) at provincials, and added an eighth-place result at last year’s youth nationals in Ottawa (she was ranked 15th heading into the event). “I think I can improve a lot next year with a bigger team, being older and having all those facilities,” said Bailey, who visited the Jacksonville campus in March. “You could tell that they’re all really close, and it’s a small school. You don’t really get that in a Divison 1 school; it’s hard to find. “I knew before I went down there that it was one of my top picks, and going down there just sealed the deal.” Jacksonville University, a private institution located on the banks of the St. Johns River, has an enrollment of 3,600 students. The Dolphins have won the women’s track and field Atlantic Sun Conference Championships six years in a row. Bailey trains three times a week with the club, and three times a week on her own. She says the current construction at Polson Park makes workouts a little more challenging, and adds she was disappointed to
see the proposed sports complex at Okanagan College get shot down. “It would have been a huge benefit. We could have held things like the Summer Games,” she noted. Bailey will compete at high school provincials right before she graduates in June, and hopes to qualify for junior nationals in Winnipeg, where
she will be going up against 18- and 19-year-olds. “I’ll be at the bottom, but it will be good expose myself to faster runners,” she said. Bailey, who is entering Jacksonville’s honours program, plans to study biology with an aim of entering either pre-med or pre-veterinary studies.
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The Fulton Maroons plan on returning to the provincial senior AA boys rugby championships this spring. The Maroons started their playoff run by ambushing the Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops 74-0 in Okanagan Rugby Union playoff action Thursday at Grahame Park. “The boys have been practising very hard this past couple of weeks and we have been refining our plays,” said Fulton head coach Rick Smith. “Garth (coach Cooke) has been working the boys with their conditioning and ball handling; this is going to help us get to where we want to be.” Fulton ran and passed at will while delivering and taking some hard hits. Added Smith: “Cody Hounslow took a few big hits today by the Sa-Hali boys; you could hear the smash across the field. Matt Parlee was all over the pitch along with Jesse Griffin.” Fulton scored their first try with the forwards making some great calls and giving it to the backs where Kyle Richardson touched it down. Fulton also got three tries apiece from Dalton Anderson and Ben Olson, while Daniel Feraria and Greg Hyde each supplied two and Devon Hascarl had one. Anderson went 4-for-8 on converts and Richardson went 2-for-4. “We have big games coming up next week; we are now into playoffs and have to keep improving every game,” said Cooke The Kalamalka Lakers opened the Valley playoffs in similar mode, crushing the St. Anne’s Crusaders of Kamloops 58-5 Thursday at Kal. “This was a good game for us as we were able to use all our players and put them into different positions,” said Laker coach Ian Busfield. “The forwards played very well and secured a great deal of possession for the backs who were able to run with authority through the Crusaders’ defence.” All the Kal players were focused to play and it
showed. Winger Hayden Jones was a threat from anywhere on the field as was flanker Greg Filipenko and centre Tom Hettrich. Second row Nathan Meyer was able to use his speed to make a number of breaks, Ian Gotobed at hook was able to steal set scrum put ins, and Bayne Bosquet was dominant in the lineouts. The Lakers are fully healthy for the first time this season. The Lakers and Maroons both host semifinal games Tuesday at 4 p.m. The winners of the two semis are guaranteed berths at provincials, while the two losing sides have to battle it out for the third and final spot. In junior North Zone playoff action Thursday, Fulton used a last-second penalty kick, in extra time, by captain Clark Richardson, to stop the VSS Panthers 8-5 at Grahame Park. “It was a great junior rugby game, one of the best I have seen in a few years of coaching rugby,” said Fulton coach Mike Scheller. “Both sides played very tough and aggressive, and it was very even. VSS is a very physical team, and it is tough to play them. They leave you bruised.” Ryan Messer’s try gave VSS a 5-0 lead before Riley Braidwood, who was all over the field, punched in a try for Fulton in the corner, to tie it up. Scrum half Layne Greene made a great breakaway run, and almost scored but was pulled down by a jersey tackle, resulting in a penalty. Richardson stepped up and sealed the win with a clutch kick to the left of the uprights. “It’s tough to lose by a penalty kick with no time remaining, especially considering we held the majority of ball possession and field territory,” said VSS coach Tim Thorpe. “Full credit to Fulton, they are excellent tacklers and a well-coached team. Hopefully we’ll get a chance to face them again in the Valleys.” Earlier in the week, Messer, Matt Forsyth and Colton Klein each had two tries as VSS stormed Salmon Arm 48-0. Keaton Hubner and Jesse Hubner added single tries.
Students of Sundance TaekwonDo School pocketed five medals at the International TaekwonDo Federation Western Canadian Championships in Regina. There were 240 competitors with seeding points awarded to athletes representing Canada at the 2013 Taekwon-Do World Championships in Spain. Taylor and Kai Halvorson were the two black belt representatives of the Vernon club with Kai, 14, taking the gold in 14-17 lightweight boys sparring, while also earning bronze in first-degree black belt patterns. Kai’s older sister, Taylor, 16, also had a successful outing by placing second in 14-17 hyperweight girls sparring, facing some tough competitors from Alberta and Saskatchewan. “The action was very intense with the black belts having to give their all in competition,” said Sundance coach David White. In colour belt competition, Geoff Halvorson, proud father of the two teen black belts, took silver in the Men’s 35+ red belt patterns and sparring categories. “It was a great experience for our competitors and allowed both to earn points toward representing Canada again,” said White. “Our club and community
are extremely proud of our athletes.” Up next for the club is the ITF Northern B.C. Championships, June 4, in Prince George. For more information on
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The visiting Vernon H&L Glass Chilli Peppers ambushed Sicamous 17-3 in Pee Wee minor fastball action Tuesday night at Finlayson Park. Alabama Chevier and Lexie Edwards shared the Peppers’ pitching, while Sara Jones, Shayle Routley and Amy Potts all went 3-for-3 at the plate. The Peppers then recorded a 12-10 win over Kelowna #1 Thursday night. with Jaimee Gosselin and Chevier working the mound. Ashley Oliverius, Gosselin and Chevier each supplied three hits. Coach Ryan Williamson said he was “smiling ear to ear with the way the girls are playing.”
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Five years ago, Shane Sargent finished with 20 goals and 77 points with the Whitby Junior A Warriors, just three back of John Tavares of the Mississagua Tomahawks. Today, Sargent, who was taken in round four of the 2006 National Lacrosse League draft by Chicago, is scoring goals for the Vernon Tigers of the Okanagan X-treme League. And he’s loving the extra space he’s finding on the floor as the Tigers’ offence keeps improving. The 25-year-old Oshawa product scored twice Friday night as the Cats shaded the Kamloops Rattlers 5-4 at Wesbild Centre. Tanner Skolrood also scored twice, while ageless Bryan Cope added a single on a vintage backhander from in tight which fooled Rattler goalie Mike Smith. “We’ve got more than one guy scoring so if they key on me, there’s a lot of other guys now who are scoring so it makes it a lot easier on me and makes it a lot harder on the defence of the other team,” said Sargent. Kamloops sniper AJ Lockwood opened the scoring just 23 second in with a laser over the shoulder of starting netminder Glen Clissold. Sargent equalized just five minutes later in a period which featured a pair of scraps with Sean Arnold taking on Nathan Woldum and Trevor (T-Bone) McEachnie of the Tigers dropping the gloves with JJ Woldum. Cope, Sargent and Tanner Skolrood supplied second-period goals to put the Cats up 4-3. Kamloops (1-3) responded 39 seconds into the third with Ryan
Hildebrand scoring. Skolrood converted a powerplay tally to help the Tigers improved to 2-2 with their second straight victory. McEachnie and JJ Woldum went toe-to-toe for almost two minutes in a spirited re-match in the third period. “That’s a real good lacrosse team we beat tonight and we did keep to our goals of getting better every period, and I give the guys full marks for that,” said Tigers’ coach Lawrie Skolrood. “We’re moving in the right direction.” The Tigers’ defence, while still a work in progess, was the difference Friday night, battling for loose balls and laying out the Kamloops offence. The Cats killed off a four-minute Rattler powerplay. In other league play Friday night, the Kelowna Raiders brushed back the Armstrong Shamrocks 12-9 at Nor-Val Sports Centre. “We didn’t play very well,” said Shamrock goalie Chad Pieper. who along with several teammates, took in the NLL Western final in Calgary last weekend between the Washington Stealth and Roughnecks at the Scotiabank Saddledome. “It was one of those one-step-behind kind of nights. We were never really in the game. “ Jarrett Neigum led the Raiders with 4+1, while Luke Bailey bagged 2+2 and Jacob Illichmann provied 2+1. Kyle McLennan earned 1+3, Pho Heng added 1+2, while Victor Wiens and Braden Renner contributed singles. League scoring leader Steven Clark, who played a few games for the WLA senior A Nanaimo Timbermen last season, scored four times for Armstrong, who lost for the first time in five starts. Kelowna
went to 2-2. Delaney Halifax counted 1+3 for the Irish, while Marc Wagner had 1+2 and other goals came from Thomas Belanger, Milan Marcetta and Kriss Yargeau. Kelowna took 45 penalty minutes and Armstrong received 16. The Rocks were without captain Chad Pounder (laser eye surgery) and high-scoring Logan Strohm (work commitments). Sean Koenig of the Rocks and fought Travis Lee in the second period with Lee injuring his shoulder as the players hit the floor. The Shamrocks donated 50-50 proceeds to the Okanagan chapter of the Huntington’s Society of Canada. Matt Graves claimed $355 in the draw and donated half of his winnings back to the charity. The league takes a break on the Victoria Day weekend. Vernon visits the Rattlers Sunday, May 29 at Kamloops Memorial Arena, while the Shamrocks face the Raiders Friday, May 27 at Kelowna Memorial Arena. The NLL championship game between the Stealth and the Toronto Rock will be aired live on TSN today at 11 a.m.
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Emilyn Sim (left) of Salmon Arm, leads the junior and senior girls 1500 metre pack ahead of Revelstoke’s Brittany Evans and Vernon’s Tessni Caruthers during the West One North Zone Regional Track Meet Tuesday at Hillside Stadium in Kamloops.
Rob Ross banged home the winner on a feed by Colin Greveling with five minutes left as the Vernon Stars clipped host Summerland 2-1 in Okangan Oldtimers 50+ Soccer League play Thursday night. Ross earned the Rob Culos & Co. Man of the Match. The 4-1 Stars opened the scoring in the first half when Jeff Curtis’ corner from the right found an unmarked Steve Coombs for an easy tap-in. As the half wore on, Summerland pressed harder and eventually enjoyed superior possession, equalizing after several minutes in our 18 yard box. It was 1-1 at the half. Al Bensmiller took over goalkeeping duties from Dave Gould for the second half. In other play, Penticton United brushed back Vernon Kal Tire 4-3 at Shannon Woods Park in West Kelowna.
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It is very important for triathletes to pace themselves through each of the events. You don’t want to go too hard in the swim since you still have the bike and run remaining. What is pacing? I measure pacing in effort. Swim – It is common to feel anxious in the open water. Don’t start your swim too fast. Keep your effort low. Try to stay relaxed and focus on your breathing. Bike – Start your bike ride in an easy gear. Once you are feeling warmed up, try and maintain a steady pace, especially on the uphills. Enjoy the downhill. Run – All of us feel our legs are like rubber when we get off the bike. You can start with a fast walk or easy run. Your pace will increase with each step you take. Remember, it is OK to walk! Sprint to your photo finish! 16yrs - Adult Swim: 2x week warm up 4x50m easy and relaxed rest 20 sec/ea50m - 2x100m rest 30sec/ea - 2x250m rest 30 sec/ea cool down 50m breast & 50 back. Brick: 1 x week 2 loops of the bike course plus 10 min walk-run. Run - 2x week warm up, 5 min walk or easy run - run, 5 min walk 1 min, do this 3x - run easy up hill for 1 min walk to start, repeat 4x, cool down 4 min easy run. 12-15yrs Swim: 2x week warm up 6x25m easy - main set 3x100m rest 20sec/ea100m-x300m - cool down 50m breast & kicking. Brick: 1x week - 2 loops of the bike course & run 10 min directly after the ride. Run: 2x week - time to pick up the pace - warm up 5-10 min easy run -2x hill run (1 min up easy down: 2 minute up
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THURSDAY JUNIOR B LACROSSE – Armstrong Shamrocks vs Kelowna Raiders, 7:30 p.m., Nor-Val Sports Centre.
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In accordance with Section 26 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Vernon intends to lease city owned property located at 1705 32nd Avenue, Lot 10, Block 3, PL 384, Sec 35, TWP 9 ODYD, to the Vernon Community Music School Association, for a 30 year term, commencing December 13, 2010, at a basic rent rate of $1.00 in total. The Vernon Community Music School shall pay all legal fees required to prepare the lease, and the costs for advertising required for disposition of the property.
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Housing construction remains slow in the Vernon area. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation reports there were 11 housing starts in April, down 52 per cent from 23 starts during the same month in 2010. Of the 11 starts, all of them were singledetached units compared to 19 in April 2010. There were four multi-family units during the same month last year. Year-to-date, there have been 31 total starts in Vernon, a 59 per cent decrease from 76 units during the first four months of 2010.
Copies of the report are available at the District of¿ce, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., and on the District’s website at www.districtofcoldstream.ca.
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District to provide funds so the foundation on the Vernon Community Music School can be replaced. Vernon taxpayers won’t be helping with restoraHowever, the BX-Swan Lake and BX-Silver Star tion of a heritage building. electoral areas say that they are unable to particiCouncil has denied a grant request pate. from the Okanagan Landing Community “At this time, there are no funds availAssociation to repaint the exterior of the able as 2011 Area C discretionary grant CPR station house in Paddlewheel Park. funding has been allocated,” said Mike “We gave them $5,000 two years ago,” Macnabb, BX-Silver Star director, in a said Coun. Patrick Nicol referring to the letter. city policy which says an organization The city recently decided to provide can only receive a grant every five years. $15,000 to the music school. The estimated cost of painting the The city also asked the electoral areas building, which is more than 100 years and Coldstream to also provide funding Patrick Nicol old, is $11,760. because youth from those jurisdictions Music School Grant Hits Sour Note make use of the school. Vernon’s attempts to leverage funding for a “They can use it as leverage when they go to community project have failed. Coldstream and Areas B and C (for funding),” said The city had asked the North Okanagan Regional Mayor Wayne Lippert at that time. Morning Star Staff
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the best combination of features and price, chances are the next buyer to look at homes in that price range will make that same determination. The result is that you, as the first buyer get bumped. So, all your time and efforts go to waste, not to mention how very disappointing this can be. In my opinion, it is best to sell and then begin hunting for your new place. It is a much
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Women working out to shed pounds have also pumped out pounds of support for those in need. Curves has announced that the 2011 13th annual food drive brought in 1,000 pounds in Vernon. The event will benefit Vernon’s Salvation Army House of Hope. Worldwide, Curves members have donated more than 61 million pounds of food since 2004. “Our members have generous hearts. So, it’s no surprise to me that they rallied behind the food drive,” said Angela Yablonski, Vernon Curves franchise owner. “We set a goal of collecting 1,000 pounds of food and we met that goal! I am really proud of our ladies.” But the food donations weren’t just from the Vernon Curves members. Non-members also brought in bags of groceries in exchange for an opportunity to join Curves with a waived service fee. Yablonski says it’s notable that in these tough economic times, thousands of women took advantage of this opportunity to help themselves become
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Nurses are never very far away. They can be found working in hospitals, schools, home care, public health care, care facilities, offices, private practice, administration, and teaching in universities. Marg McLenehan, RN, clinical coordinator at Vernon Jubilee Hospital, who has been a nurse for more than 40 years, and Andrea Tennant, who has been nursing for one year, talk about the science, art, past, present and future of the profession. “I knew I wanted to be a nurse since I was six years old. My mom was a nurse and I saw how rewarding it was for her,� said McLenehan, who started her degree course at the University of Manitoba when she was 17. It was unusual at the time as most nurses trained for three years at hospitals. She worked at Grace Hospital in Winnipeg and later in Northern Canada where she did everything from deliver babies to stitch up wounds to give immunizations. Tennant had always been interested in the sciences and tried a few other things, including a plumbing apprenticeship, before she decided on nursing and graduated with a B.Sc.N from UBC Okanagan in 2010. She did her practicum and worked at VJH in the summers while at university. “I knew something was missing in other jobs. What really drew me to it was that my best friend was sick and in the hospital for a long time and I spent a lot of time with her. The nurses there profoundly inspired me and that made the final decision. I think nursing chose me, rather than I chose nursing. It is a great balance of science and the humanities.� They agree that their classroom learning was good, but they also learned a lot from experienced nurses when they went to the hospitals, and they continue to learn. “I held the hand of the first patient who died when I was working. It was 2 a.m. and there were just the two of us in the room. You never forget that,� said Tennant. McLenehan recalls the first patient she saw die, a cardiac arrest. “The nurse is often the first person a patient sees in a hospital and the last. There would be no hospitals without nurses,� she said. “So much has changed but that doesn’t change.� She cited the example of cardiac care where patients would often be much sicker before they came to the hospital because there were fewer effective drugs and less
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technology for them. An average stay in hospital after cardiac surgery would be two weeks of complete bed rest with only morphine for pain. New drugs and intervention procedures mean that there is much more preventive care. Another change is that nurses must know much more about all the technology and medications used, how to interpret, manage and chart and report results. Nurses were not allowed to start IVs, now that is a routine part of their work. “We kept learning, from other nurse, arti-
cles and the doctors, you had to remember a lot more years ago,� said McLenehan. On-going learning is still a vital part of nursing. “I don’t know how you did it then. I’m so inspired and in awe,� said Tennant. “Now we have access to so much information on the computer, sometimes right at the bedside.� While science, experience and evidencebased practice are a vital part of nursing, there has always been a place for intuition and empathy. “The art of nursing is in how nurses
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approach patient care. It is unique relationship we build. We look at patients as whole beings, and deal not just with the physical ailment but with the impact of the emotions on the body and healing the spirit as well,� said Tennant. McLenehan says there is now more attention paid to all aspects of the patients’ needs. “We would discharge patients when they were better. Now there is more insight into what their issues are and how they will be able to cope when they go home and more attention paid to rehabilitation. There is assessment and planning done for discharge,� she said. “Nurses work much more as part of multidisciplinary team which benefits the patients. I could never have foreseen how nursing would change over my career. We used to have to stand up when the doctors came in, now we are partners and as front-line staff we have a lot of input to patient care. We are recognized as professionals. I remember that when I started nursing, I was paid less than a girl friend who worked in a warehouse.� Another change is that with nurses now being acknowledged as professionals, they no longer have to wear the white uniform, cap and no rings, earrings, nail polish or make-up, rules that McLenehan remembers from early in her career. Nurses used to have to leave nursing when they got married and when that was changed, to leave when they had children. Then it went to six-weeks maternity leave and now they have the standard one-year maternity leave. Many technical departments now rely on nurses as experts in their fields. “Nurses have always adapted to changes in their fields. That is why nursing is so exciting and rewarding and offers so many opportunities. There are stressful moments, then there will be the time when a patient pulls you aside to say thank you and tell you the difference you have made in their lives. It’s an honour. I love being a nurse,� said Tennant. While nursing has changed, so have patients. McLenehan noted that older patients are more likely to follow instructions to the letter, while younger patients have done their research and ask questions so they can make choices about their care. “I can’t imagine having done anything but be a nurse. In third year university, I failed on paper and I was so upset. I thought, ‘What will I do if I can’t be a nurse?’ Fortunately, I was able to make it up and carry on,� she said.
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I had a history of he Women’s running a community Centre played an centre in Banff with important role many programs for in the community services in Vernon for many women, and working at a centre in Fort years. McMurray. Over My vision their 30-year for women’s history their centres and focus has community been about centres is that improving every woman the lives of should feel women. welcome walkIn 1989, ing through the I worked Michele Blais door and that for the services should Vernon and have a broad appeal –– District Human Rights no pun intended. Committee, which no The focus of womlonger exists, in a rented en’s centres often is space in the Women’s about giving a voice Centre above what is to those women who now Brenda Hala’s studon’t have the resourcdio on 30th Avenue. es and skills to speak I rented their library, for themselves. which was this wonderI am glad to see ful room with a huge that other community window leading out to agencies will be offerthe roof of the building. ing some of the services I often opened it and that were provided by sat there listening to the Vernon’s centre. birds from Cenotaph We owe a great deal Park mixed in with the to the Women’s Centre sounds of the city. for the work they did The centre offered behind the scenes in information and order to bring change referral services, ran to our community. some groups, and did research projects. Robin They did the research projects, the studies LeDrew was the coorneeded as the backdinator of the centre and Helen Douglas was ground work to get funding, grants, or local the chair of the board. They were an organiza- approval. A fine example is tion running on a shoe the People Place. string then, and it was That extremely the reason they closed effective and well-used their doors this year.
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community service centre was the brainchild of Helen Douglas and Agnes Sovereign, and I apologize for those I’ve missed. In 1990 and 1991 they got grants to have summer students do research on such a facility and then expanded that to large committees and hundreds of hours of work done by many. Their most successful decision was to get Tom Foord involved, and history sees a full building and a community asset. I love to see Justice Park in the springtime, with its flowers blooming in the side garden. It’s an open, spacious park with clear sight lines to all the areas where you can enjoy its beauty and sit for a moment. However, it used to have bushes and trees on the side and a lot of dark corners. A safety audit the Women’s Centre conducted identified how it could become a safer place and it is, and looks far better for it. The staff and board members of the Women’s Centre have sat on many community committees and provided a variety of support services including advocacy for many, and working to develop and participate in The Gateway, the
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local shelter. There are many ways they helped develop Vernon. However, sometimes the name Women’s Centre confused people. To clear things up, the Women’s Centre, Vernon Women’s Transition House, and the Gateway Women’s Shelter are not the same organization. They each provide different services. In some communities one umbrella organization oversees them all such as the YWCA. It is difficult to provide community services and to fundraise all the time. Not everyone has the skill set to provide the services to their clients, do the research, administration work and then go knock on doors for dollars. Our community has many great non-profit
services and many of them run on a tight budget. These organizations can stretch a dollar a mile. They can all be vulnerable and if we as a community value their services we have to support them, whether through local, provincial, or federal funding, or through supporting their own fundraising efforts. We all benefit whether directly or indirectly, and they make a huge difference to the fibre of our community. Thank you to all the women who worked at our local Women’s Centre, for their volunteers, their board members, their donors and supporters. You will be missed and you can be proud of the difference you made in improving the lives of the citizens of the North Okanagan.
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Nurses put patients first Continued from page B1 Nurses now do basic education and then choose to specialize and can continue their education to the master’s and doctorate level. While most people see the ward nurses, there are also many nurses working in the hospital and elsewhere in leadership, planning, management and administration to keep everything running well. Assunta Shepherd is director of acute services at VJH. She knew she wanted to be a nurse since she was in her teens and a neighbour who was a nurse talked about how much she loved the profession. Shepherd graduated from the Vancouver General
Hospital program in 1979 and has worked in the wards and management across Canada as her husband was transferred with his job. Her job includes overseeing the operation of a number of departments with an average day including everything from budgets to political issues to training to troubleshooting. “Whatever happens throughout the day, at the end of the day, is that the patient is getting the best care,” said Shepherd. She has seen a change in the technology of surgery with more laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery and more specialization in nurses’ training.
“There are more geriatric specialty nurses as more older people are admitted and they tend to have more complications from existing conditions. Years ago, there was no surgical daycare, it would never have even been thought of,” she said. “What hasn’t changed is that people need the same thing from nurses, to listen to them and a caring attitude with their professional expertise. People come to us for help and that’s what we’re here for. We like to see people get better. I’ve put my heart and soul into my jobs. “Nursing is a wonderful profession that will always be changing but it will always be here.”
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Do you believe that peace is possible in the Middle East? Are you aware that many groups, including The World Council of Churches, are working for a just peace in both Israel and Palestine? If this idea –– that a solution needs to promote both peace and justice –– is interesting to you, come to a forum called A Just Peace in Palestine and Israel: A word of Hope, Faith and Love from Palestinian Christians Tuesday at All Saints Anglican Church. The evening will be split into two 45-minute sessions separated by a 20-minute interval. During the break, audience members may submit questions to the moderator, All Saints Rev. Chris HarwoodJones. A question/answer/ discussion period will follow the second presenter. The first session will be led by Chris and Susan Ferguson, two United Church of Canada overseas personnel who worked in Jerusalem from 2004 to 2006. Chris is an ordained minister of the United Church, and he was assigned in 2004 to serve as the World Council of Churches’ representative in Jerusalem. At the same time, Susan was assigned to a WCC initiative (the Ecumenical
Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel), which supports a just peace in the Middle East, as well as supporting efforts to end the occupation of the Palestinian territories. The Fergusons will talk about both Palestinian Christians
and the Kairos Palestine document. The second session will be led by Linda Todd Gharib, a Baptist lay ministry leader from a church in Langley, B.C. Gharib is a professional motivational speaker, who discovered a small community of Christians who
were isolated in Gaza. She has been to Gaza in both 2009 and 2010, and she will be speaking about her experiences there. All are welcome to attend Tuesday’s event, which will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., at Vernon’s All Saints Anglican Church, 3205 27th St.
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FORCE May 16 general meeting at 7 p.m., execu- All Saints Anglican Church on 27th Ave. ECKANKAR Meets the first Sunday of the tive at 6 p.m. Socializing and snacks later. For more in Vernon. There will be two sessions: the month we have a worship service at 11 a.m. at first led by two United Church personnel information, call 558-5020. the Halina club room and on the third Sunday LUMBY LIGHTNING SWIM CLUB who worked in Jerusalem from 2004 to there is a community HU song at the Halina club REGISTRATION At the Lumby Pool from May 16 2006, and the second by a Baptist leader room at 11 a.m. to 20 from 4-5 p.m. each day. For more informa- in Gaza in 2009 and 2010. There will be a ELKS MEGA MEAT DRAW Third Sunday of discussion period at the end. tion, call club president Stacey Moss each month at the hall, 3103-30th St. Doors open at 250-549-9179. UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AT PASSAGES ON 32ND STREET 1 p.m. Hot dogs, 50/50 and meat basket. 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Community Calendar MAY 17 NORTH OKANAGAN ORCHID SOCIETY holds its meeting May 17 at the Vernon Arts Centre at 7:30 p.m. Non-members, beginners, or just curious are all welcome to drop in. Ever wonder how to bloom those orchids you bought in the store? Our guest speaker Ben Rostrom from Edmonton is an AOS student judge with provincial status. He is also an accomplished Phalaenopsis grower and he will be talking about growing and reblooming Phals. Members will have blooming plants on our show table. Come and share your problems or successes growing these incredible and versatile plants. Refreshments available. Call Elsie Gerdes at 5451939 for more information. VERNON SENIOR BR # 6 O.A.P.O. Monthly general meeting at the Schubert Center May 17 at 1:30 p.m. Speaker this month is Colleen McDonald from Visions Travel. Coffee and cookies will be served. Everyone is welcome. VERNON BETTER BREATHERS Guest speaker Lynn Dewing, Bounce Back community coach/ coordinator, talks about the slippery slope of stress May 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the People Place. BECOME A FOSTER PARENT Attend an information session to learn how you can make a difference through fostering, May 17 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., at the Ministry of Children and Family Development, 2809 – 28th St. For more information contact Noelle 250-558-0939 or e-mail to noksupport@okfosterparents.ca. THE PEOPLE IN NEED CRISIS INTERVENTION SOCIETY AGM Annual General Meeting May 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the Canadian Mental Health Association, 3100 – 28th Ave. Everyone welcome. BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meets May 17 from 7-9 p.m., hospital boardroom (entrance at the cafeteria). Please call Sadie at 250545-0253 for more information. VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB TUESDAY RAMBLE May 17 on Mts. Rose and Swanson in Armstrong area. Bring lunch. Ramblers leave Curling Club parking lot 9 a.m. to carpool to trailhead. Above-ankle hiking boots required. Call Suzie at 250546-8185 for more information. VERNON FLYING CLUB Meetings held every third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., at 6210 Tronson Rd. All welcome, and it’s not necessary to be a pilot or own an aircraft to join, just an interest in general aviation. For more information, call Bev Bonner at 549-7087. 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. TUESDAY’S TOGETHER 55+ ladies group meets twice a month. Third Tuesday of the month, the ladies meet at the Seniors’ Dropin at 11:30 a.m., 1751 Glencaird St., and carpool to a restaurant for lunch. The fourth Tuesday of the month, the ladies meet at the Seniors’ Drop-in for a social from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, call Olena at 547-8866.
UPCOMING VERNON BRANCH OF THE OKANAGAN REGIONAL LIBRARY and the Vernon and District Family History Society are hosting an afternoon with Dave Obee, a wellknown researcher of family history and author of the newly released “The Library Book”, which chronicles 100 years of library history in B.C. The event will take place May 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church on 30th Avenue. Obee has compiled eight books for Canadian family historians and has given more than 400 talks on genealogical and historical research. He is also on the advisory panel for Ancestry.ca, the online genealogical resource that is available free at the ORL’s Vernon branch. Obee just completed “The Library Book” as part of the 100 anniversary celebrations of the B.C. Library Association. To register for the May 18 event, call the Vernon branch at 250-542-7610, Ext. 3 or visit the reference desk. ADRENALINE DANCE TEAM HOSTS FUNDRAISER May 18 at 7 p.m., Pleasant Valley secondary school theatre. In conjunction with the Tapestry + Encore choirs run by Deborah Mehes and the Senior Jazz Band run by Jim Howie, Adrenaline will host a benefit entitled TOGETHER-we can make a difference. The proceeds of the evening will be donated to the Haugen Health Centre in Armstrong and The Tsunami Relief Fund for Japan. We wanted to help those in our community as well as abroad. The evening will showcase competition pieces of the Adrenaline Dance Team, musical pieces by the jazz band and songs by the choirs. The end of the evening will feature a group number with all performers and following the show all audience members are welcome to enjoy goodies and coffee as they mingle and meet the performers. Tickets are $5 minimum donation, on sale at the office at PVSS and at the Brown Derby. VERNON & DISTRICT METIS ASSOCIATION Meets every third Wednesday of the month, potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by meeting at 7 p.m., Halina Centre. We will be discussing housekeeping within our community. For more information contact William Gagné at 250-545-9415. MISSION BOUTIQUE Storewide 1/2 price sale. Everything from capris to coffee makers and every-
thing in between. Starts May 18 and will continue until May 21. We do not accept yard sale leftovers please respect our policy. YAA FEST Youth Achievement and Appreciation Festival is being held May 19 from 3 to 7 p.m. in Polson Park. The festival aims to promote awareness of youth achievement in our community and to highlight available services and resources to youth and their families. There will be live music, demos, a career fair and more. COMMUNITY SENIORS’ FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON The monthly, Community Seniors’ Fellowship Luncheon will be hosted at the Vernon Full Gospel Tabernacle, 5871 Okanagan Landing Road, on May 19, starting at 10:45 a.m. This will be a belated Mother’s Day program with videos & poems about mother. Special speaker – Pastor Wilf Burger; special music by Shelley Burger, plus hearty hymn singing directed by Karl Janzen and accompanied by the Sing-Along Band. Come and enjoy a great lunch, great fellowship, great inspiration. Everyone heartily welcome! 2011 WOMAN OF THE YEAR GALA EVENING May 19, Best Western Vernon Lodge. Tickets are $40 and include four-course dinner and tabletop wine, available through www.vwib.com. Ten women have been nominated for this 24th annual event, hosted by Vernon Women in Business. ODD FELLOWS MEET Every third Thursday of the month at the OAP Hall in Lumby and at 3300 Mabel Lake Park on the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. Call 250-5479092 or 250-542-0616 for more information. VERNON SILVER STAR QUILTERS All present members are invited to attend our 25th anniversary tea May 19 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE AGM North Okanagan/Shuswap Branch 60th Annual General Meeting May 19 at 7 p.m., at our Vernon Training Centre, 1905-47th Ave. We invite all current and past members, and anyone interested in St. John Ambulance to attend. For more information or to RSVP, please call 250-545-4200 or e-mail vernon@ bc.sja.ca ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON May 20, executive meeting at 11 a.m. in the lounge. WONDERCAFÉ-LIVE! in Lumby presents “Music - Is It Really Good for the Soul?”, featuring Mr. Sylvain Vallee, a local teacher, composer and musical performer, who will take us on a journey to find the answer to the question. Come to the Lumby United Church Hall on Friday, May 20, from 7- 9 p.m. and join in a musical night with music and presentation that will help you understand the power of Music. Sylvain will also be presenting a Lumby acappella group, The Harmonashees, at the end of the evening. Questions? Call Dave at
250-547-6368 or daboss1@telus. net. ALLAN BROOKS NATURE CENTRE PRO-D DAY CAMP Nature Super Saver Pro D Camp May 20 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about the sensitive ecosystems right in your own back yard. Why do plants and animals need our help? Learn what you can do to help save our planet. Build a Bee Bath. Learn the benefits of backyard gardening and build a 1 foot square garden for your yard. Become a certified Nature Super Saver. Cost $40 members, $45 non-members. For more info: 250-260-4227 or info@abnc. ca or see www.abnc.ca BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASS May 20, 7 to 8:45 p.m. Vernon library, 3001 32nd Ave. The topic for this class is “Karma - Cause And Effect.” Drop-in class -- fees $10/adults, $5/students and seniors. Class consists of guided meditations and a teaching. For info www. dorjechang.ca or 250-558-0952. No fragrance please. Take note: next class is Fri. June 10. VANTAGEONE CREDIT UNION Okanagan Landing branch will be holding a charity BBQ with the proceeds going to KidSport of Vernon, May 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hamburgers & hot dogs, Okanagan Landing Plaza on 25th Avenue. Free parking is available. VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY Mixed Media and Creative Journaling May 21, 28 and June 4 (Saturdays), 1-4 p.m. taught by local artist Carrie Harper. Three-part workshop is all about charging up your creative battery, finding inspiration within and from the group around you. Workshop is for everyone! Discover writing prompts, collage and transfer techniques, painting and experimental drawing all in your sketchbook and journal. All participants must pre-register: please call 250-545-3173 to signup!
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Music students celebrate to sweet sound of scholarships Contributed to The Morning Star
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Vernon Community Music School students relax on the steps of the historic school after receiving scholarships at a recital May 8.
On May 8, 22 of the Vernon Community Music School’s most talented students gathered to showcase their musical skills for an appreciative and intimate audience of family, board members, donors, faculty and judges, and compete for more than $7,000 worth of scholarships. “Everyone performed extremely well and the panel of independent judges, Christine Moore, Joe Berarducci, Norene Morrow and Meaghan Williams, had a difficult time choosing the winners,” said Lynn Adams and Elise Allan, VCMS board members and co-chairs of this year’s scholarship committee. “All of the students who performed, even if they weren’t awarded a scholarship, are winners by our standards.” In order to perform at the scholarship recital, students had to have demonstrated a very high level of achievement and commitment to their music and be recommended by a faculty member. Scholarship awards, donated by local businesses, community groups and individuals, will be used to further the students’ music education. “We are fortunate to have such strong support for the arts in this community and we appreciate every bit of support we get,” said Adams
and Allan. This year’s scholarship winners are: –– Piano: Alyssa Johnson (George Shaw Memorial), Andrea Lee (Olive Woodley Memorial), Greg Burgess (Rotary Club of Vernon Silver Star), Alicia Venables (Fraternal Order of the Eagles), Yanik FillionMurphy (Fraternal Order of the Eagles), Lindsay Baerg (VCMS Door Collection Scholarship), Petra Pavlov (Peter and Pauline Legg Memorial), and Colleen Venables (Vernon Community Singers). –– Violin: Amy Friedman (Parnell Appliance Ltd.), David Li (Reekie, Kineshanko, Tulloch/Alpha Epsilon), David Denton-Protsack (Nixon Wenger LLP), Eli Garlick (Peter and Pauline Legg Memorial), Julien Haynes (IODE Silver Star Chaper), and Vincent Li (Dr. Laidlaw). –– Cello: Nicholas DentonProtsack (Kal Tire). Voice: Alex Khazen (Rotary Club of Vernon Silver Star). –– Viola: Madeline Haynes (Caroline Galbraith Memorial), and Craig Denton-Protsack (Mori Family). –– Flute: Laurel Salé-Hook (Camp Hurlburt/Drs. Mathias and Lora Fellenz). –– Trio: Aspen Trio (KPMG Inc.), The Denton-Protsack Trio (Sanssouci Quartet).
Contemporary art abounds Morning Star Staff
North Okanagan residents have an opportunity to explore the talents of graduating students from the fine arts program at UBC Okanagan, as well as two emerging artists. The Vernon Public Art Gallery hosts the UBCO BFA Graduate Exhibition: Prevalent Material from May 26 to July 28. Also being featured is the work of David Newkirk and Susan Bizecki. “The (UBCO graduates’) artwork will reference tendencies, concepts and strategies in contemporary art making,” said Cyan Kregosky, with the gallery.
Newkirk’s exhibit is entitled Fault Lines and Fantasies and he will host an artist talk May 27 at noon. “Newkirk’s body of paintings addresses the issues surrounding the discourse about the viability of contemporary painting,” said Kregosky. “During the last few years, Newkirk has been developing conceptual strategies that reflect his interest in the construction of images that are informed by various approaches to art making, and specifically the contemporary painting practices that explore the possibilities of a synthesis of representational renderings and geometric and organic abstraction.”
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Bizecki’s exhibit has been labelled Windows and she will participate in an artist talk July 5 at noon. “She produced the sculptural installation that incorporates sculptural elements and video,” said Kregosky. “The subject matter for this exhibition is an exploration of a concept of home, its significance for people that own and inhabit it and the changing landscape as a result of the land development.” An opening reception for all exhibiPHOTOS SUBMITTED tions will be held Thursday, May 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Vernon Public David Newkirk’s Storm Warnings, left, and Susan Bizecki’s House on the Hill Art Gallery, 3228 31st Ave. For more are two pieces that will shown by the artists in their respective exhibitions opening at the Vernon Public Art Gallery May 26. information, call 250-545-3173.
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shows are full of talented up-and-coming dancers performing all sorts of different dance styles. Vocalist Charity Van Gameren also makes a special guest appearance for the 7 p.m. performance of Dreams. Tickets are still available for both shows and can be purchased through the Ticket Seller by calling 549-SHOW (7469). The night of May 28 is a busy one. In addition to the Accentz recital there are also two incredible concerts to choose from: The best of British Columbia’s independent music scene is coming to Vernon’s Powerhouse Theatre May 28. The Canadian Independent Music Showcase happens at the Powerhouse Theatre for a music extravaganza. A full roster of featured artists is available on the Ticket Seller website at www.ticketseller. ca and tickets can be purchased online or by calling 549-SHOW (7469). And alternative rock band Switchfoot arrives at the Wesbild Centre May 28. Switchfoot, who came into mainstream
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Arts NOAA checks into new digs The North Okanagan Artists Alternative (NOAA) is changing venues, but not its home, for The Community Exhibit, which is now available for viewing in the Coatcheck Gallery at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. The Community Exhibit marks the first time the NOAA, which calls Vernon’s Gallery Vertigo home, have hung an exhibition at the Performing Arts Centre. The exhibition and art sale features a large collection of 48 pieces from 20 NOAA artists. Mediums include everything from acrylic and oil paintings to photography and sculptures. North Okanagan Artists Alternative (NOAA) is a registered non-profit society comprised of local and regional artists and friends of the arts. Since September, 2000, NOAA has been actively engaged in creating public awareness of the arts in all its forms by establishing and maintaining Gallery Vertigo, which offers a rich and varied array of visual art exhibitions, cultural events and learning opportunities for all ages. Artists featured in The Community Exhibit are Susan Beck, Howard Brown, Colleen Couves, Cindy Downey, Wayne Emde, Allison Griswold, Akira Ellen Hanson, Judith Jurica, Constance Kalapaca, Doreen Monday, May 16 6:00
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An epic ride around stunning Okanagan Lake, the inaugural RBC GranFondo Kelowna will be an unforgeƩable event. Climb Predator Ridge and cruise down Westside Road en route to a spectacular Įnish in downtown Kelowna.
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Lambert, Robin McDonald, Jean MacDougall, Amber Powell, Wendy Pros, Merlayne Reilly, Barbara Rety, Ryan Robson, Robyn Soderberg, Helena Valk, and Leila Ward. The public will have an opportunity to meet with the artists at the opening reception, Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Coatcheck Gallery, located in the lower foyer of the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Most of the artwork is for sale. Purchase inquiries may be made through Gallery Vertigo. A catalogue is available at the Coatcheck Gallery.
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that its people’s second favourite game behind Monopoly.” A local man has made the cut into the The idea for the game came to Woodhead Dragons’ Den. 16 years ago, when the Lotto 6/49 reached its Vernon’s Rob Woodhead recently returned largest jackpot to date at $50 million. from the Toronto CBC filming studios, where “Everybody talked about what they’d do he pitched his business to the Dragons – a if they won the lottery,” said Woodhead, who lottery dreamers board game called Winfall heard plans to vacation, buy a new home, help which plays out the fantasy of winning the out family, invest. lottery. “The conversation is endless.” “It’s pretty nerve-racking,” said Woodhead As a result, Woodhead came up with the of the experience that had him face five multi- idea to give ordinary people and their families millionaires (ie. the Dragons) in hopes of the chance to play out their dreams. getting at least one to invest in “People dream about the idea Winfall. of striking it rich. I think about Along with the dream of havit all the time.” ing the Dragons jump on board Similar to Monopoly, the and turn his burgeoning business game starts each player out with idea into a fortune, Woodhead $10,000, but instead of just movwill have to wait and see if he will ing around the board buying — Woodhead make the final cut to see his busiproperties, the players are faced ness idea broadcast to millions of with decisions on buying everyviewers in the fall. thing from fancy cars to smart “It’s national exposure, regardinvestments. less of what happens,” said Woodhead, adding Each purchase has a different price level, that there is a 90 per cent chance he’ll make it so the player decides how much they want on to the top Canadian reality program which to spend. The end goal is to have the most averages 1.7 million viewers per week. money. “I know another board game guy whose There are also ‘attitude’ and ‘life’ cards, been on there and they didn’t invest but it which play out circumstances and offer increased his sales immensely. You cannot buy options for the players. advertising like that.” As an example, a player’s new car is damSo far, he seems to have beat the odds. aged by a child’s bike and the player has the Woodhead auditioned for the show in choice of accepting a payout from the child or February in Kelowna, which was his second suing the child’s struggling family and making attempt. So, he was thrilled when he got the three-times more money. call back. The question of ethics comes into play and “There’s something like 10,000 people that Woodhead enjoys seeing what options his apply to go on the Dragons’ Den and they film own children will play out. 250 and they air 150,” said Woodhead, who “This is kind of interesting, let’s see what was one of the .015 per cent who made the the kids will do.” cut. With some valuable learning examples Now the single father of two and presi- involved, the game is perfect for families, says dent of Carrera Cabinets is hoping to hit his Woodhead, adding that you don’t have to be a own jackpot with his lottery dreamer’s game, keen investor to come out on top. Winfall. “It’s not a strategy game, it’s a family“The goal of any board game designer is oriented game. At the time, my six-year-old to sell it to a Parker Brothers or Hasbro and daughter could win just as easily as me.” collect royalties,” said Woodhead, noting that While Woodhead’s had a lot of fun playing Hasbro bought the rights to Trivial Pursuit for the game and working on it, he admits that $80 million. the business of board games can be hard to So far, Woodhead’s game has made it into crack. 1,000 Canadian homes as it is stocked at “It’s tough. There’s a bunch of board games London Drugs shelves in the Okanagan and out there and a lot of them aren’t doing very sold at various Calendar Clubs. well.” “I haven’t got any negative feedback,” But with any luck, even just the expoJENNIFER SMITH/MORNING STAR boasts Calgary-born Woodhead, who moved sure on Dragon’s Den will make this gamer’s Rob Woodhead moves his marker through his game, Winfall, which has landed him a spot on to Vernon in 1993. “I get a lot of feedback dreams come true. the hit reality TV show Dragons’ Den. Morning Star Staff
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The Enderby and District Credit Union recently held its 63rd annual general meeting. And the meeting included a tribute to Janette Clark, who had been a member of the board for the past 11 years. “To have been a director of a co-operative financial institution has been a remarkable experience,” said Clark. “Over the last 11 years, the board, management and staff have had many accomplishments. We have seen our assets swell to $55 million from $32 million; the credit union has gone through an extensive building renovation as well as a recent rebranding. I know that Enderby and District Credit Union will continue to prosper and serve our community in a leadership role.” During the meeting, EDCU members elected new board member, Melanie King, owner of Mainstreet Pizza. Members were also provided with an update on how 2010 unfolded for the financial institution.
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Continued from previous page “You should go there first and get a sense of the history. Have a peek at the cemetery, and allow time for the old settlement of Darlington. Visit the Painted Cliffs later when the tide’s lower and the colours more intense.” We wander happily for hours. The Painted Cliffs, where we meet a few people, are splashed in coral highlights. Lastly, we explore Darlington, where many of the deserted buildings have been resurrected: the school master’s house is now the ranger station, the Coffee Palace, built in 1888, is now a museum, and the penitentiary building is now a dormitory. We’d love to stay, but our eight hours of happy roaming on the 27-hectare national park is coming to an end. National Geographic Traveler has rated Maria as one of the world’s top 10 islands, and we’d agree. At Bicheno, we stay up late in order to catch our first glimpse of fairy penguins by the guide’s flashlight.. In between the slush of waves, we hush to hear the diminutive little birds chittering. The next day, dazed by sunlight and lack of sleep, we stop at East Coast Nature World to see what the dreaded tiger snakes look like, and to admire the koalas and Tasmanian Devils, who look way too cuddly to be saddled with such a fierce name. At St. Helens, we’re happy to have a day off, so we can roll along the Bay of Fires, named one of the world’s ‘hottest’ destinations in 2009 by Lonely Planet,
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Should a single speeding ticket cause an increase in your car insurance rate on top of the cost of the ticket? Public Safety Minister Shirley Bond says she’s looking forward to a “spirited discussion” with officials of the Insurance Corp. of B.C. before it proceeds with its application to adjust rates. ICBC has confirmed that its application to change rates could result in a rate increase for three years after a single speeding ticket, and further rate reductions for drivers who maintain a clean driving record. If approved by the B.C. Utilities Commission, the changes would take effect in 2014, but infractions in the next three years would affect future rates. Bond said she questions whether the bar is being set too low. “My concern with ICBC is there is a test of reasonableness,” Bond said. “And I’m simply suggesting that we need to have a discussion about the threshold that would be put in place for being deemed a bad driver and paying additional penalties as a result of a single speeding ticket.” ICBC officials say 30 per cent of all drivers – the ones with some traffic tickets within the last three years – will pay more and roughly two-thirds of drivers who have clean driving records and no at-fault crashes will enjoy an increased safe driving discount, over and above the premium discounts they now get for years of claim-free driving.
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“We need to have a discussion about the threshold.”
WHEREAS Section 26 of the Community Charter provides that a Municipality may dispose of land or improvements; The City of Armstrong Council hereby gives public notice:
— Shirley Bond Spokesman Mark Jan Vrem said ICBC has not yet determined how much it will reward good drivers and punish the bad. One report of an average 10 per cent saving for drivers with a clean record is inaccurate, he said. The changes would take effect in 2014 and look back over the previous three years, so ICBC is warning drivers to shape up now if they don’t want to pay more later. Even so, the full shift won’t kick in immediately. “There won’t be sticker shock in 2014,” Jan Vrem said. “It’s going to be phased in.” And he said a single ticket may not make much difference. “If you have only one minor violation in the three-year scan, your rate could stay the same or go up very slightly,” he said. Details are expected when ICBC files an application this summer to the B.C. Utilities Commission. Existing driver penalty premiums that charge extra for the two per cent of motorists with convictions for excessive speeding or impaired driving will remain in effect, he said.
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THAT the property legally described as That Part Lot 5 Shown on Plan A372, Section 6, Township 35, Kamloops (formerly Osoyoos) Division Yale District, Plan 650, PID 012-202-576, owned by the City of Armstrong, is not required; and
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THAT Council intends to dispose of the described property to the owner(s) of the property legally described as That Part of Lot 4 on Plan A372, Section 1, Township 34, Kamloops (formerly Osoyoos) Division Yale District, Plan 771 (Clarence A. Vandergugten and Linda I. Vandergugten), PID 006-596-584, for the purpose of access; and
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THAT as a condition of the disposal of the land, a covenant is to be registered on the title of both properties stating that one cannot be sold without the other;
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AND THAT in consideration of the disposal the City of Armstrong receive $1,500 and payment of the costs of all advertising, survey and legal expenses.
This is Advertisement ONE of TWO as required by Section 94 of the Community Charter. For further information regarding the Proposed Disposal of Lands as outlined above please contact: Patti Ferguson, Administrator City of Armstrong 3570 Bridge Street, Box 40 Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B0 250-546-3023
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COLUMBIA SHUSWAP REGIONAL DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED: SALMON VALLEY LAND USE AMENDMENT (MUNSEY) BYLAW NO. 2545 TAKE NOTICE that in accordance with the Local Government Act the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (“Regional District”) will hold a PUBLIC HEARING regarding proposed Salmon Valley Land Use Amendment (Munsey) Bylaw No. 2545. The Board of Directors of the Regional District has delegated the public hearing to Director Rene Talbot as Director of Electoral Area ‘D’, being that in which the land concerned is located, or Alternate Director Joy De Vos if Director Rene Talbot is absent. At the public hearing those persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws will have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaws. The Board of the Regional District will not consider any verbal or written representations or submissions after the public hearing. Please be advised that written submissions received will be available to the public and the applicant. Submissions will be received in the Regional District Of¿ces until 4pm on Wednesday May 25th, 2011 or may be submitted until the close of the public hearing. LOCATION AND DATE OF HEARING: The public hearing will be held on Wednesday May 25th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Silver Creek Community Hall, 3048 Hornsberger Rd., Silver Creek, BC. EXISTING USE: Rural Uses, Sand and Gravel Extraction PROPOSED USE: Rural Uses, Sand and Gravel Extraction and Processing PURPOSE OF BYLAW NO. 2545:
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Travis Jacobs (from left), Tristen Kennedy, Kassi Hutter and Dora Anderson race through the chilly waters of Okanagan Lake during a swimming contest at the Vernon Yacht Club Boat and Leisure Show. Valley Marine hosted the contest and Jacobs won the grand prize - a $500 wakesurfer.
To amend Schedule A, OCP Designations (maps) which form part of the ‘Salmon Valley Land Use Bylaw No. 2500’, as amended, is hereby further amended by redesignating those parts of Lot 1 Section 32 Township 17 Range 10 West of the 6th Meridian Kamloops Division Yale District Plan KAP59675 from R-RURAL to IG-Industrial Gravel Processing. And to amend Schedule C, Land Use Zones (maps) which form part of the ‘Salmon Valley Land Use Bylaw No. 2500’, as amended, is hereby further amended by rezoning those parts of Lot 1 Section 32 Township 17 Range 10 West of the 6th Meridian Kamloops Division Yale District Plan KAP59675 from R-RURAL to IG-Industrial Gravel Processing. The portions of the property proposed for rezoning are shown hatched on the map below.
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The above description of the purpose and effects of Bylaw No. 2545 are only general. The bylaw may have an impact on property owners and tenants in occupation within the area. It is therefore important for all property owners and tenants in occupation to inform themselves fully as to the nature and effect of the bylaw.
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INSPECTION OF DOCUMENTS: Copies of the Salmon Valley Land Use Bylaw No. 2500 and amending Bylaw No. 2545 and all reports, plans and other documents that have been or will be considered by the Board of the Regional District will be available for inspection at the of¿ce of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, 781 Marine Park Drive, NE, Salmon Arm, BC, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., beginning Friday May 13th, 2011 and ending Wednesday May 25th, 2011 but excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
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This notice is issued by Scott Beeching, Senior Planner II, Development Services, Columbia Shuswap Regional District. The mailing address for Mr. Beeching is Columbia Shuswap Regional District, PO Box 978, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4P1. Telephone: 1-250-833-5930; Fax: 1-250-832-3375; Toll Free (BC only) 1-888-248-2773.
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Hart - Hieburt Bill & Carol Hart and Abe and Emily Hieburt would like to announce the forthcoming wedding of their children Crystal Mary Hart and Dale Anthony Hieburt to take place in the Ft. St. John area on July 2, 2011.
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Charlie and Cindy Veaudry are pleased to announce the graduation of their daughter Jessie from Queen’s University in Kingston, ON. Jessie successfully completed her Master’s Degree in Global Development Studies. She would like to say: “Thank you to all those who supported me through my whole education, starting with my amazing parents who gave me 14 invaluable years of homeschooling where I learned that you don’t need to be in a classroom to learn and succeed. Thank you to Moe and Riedo with Earthquest and the many inspiring professors at Okanagan College and UBC Okanagan, and to all those who contributed and supported me throughout my many local and international adventures.” Jessie spent the last seven months living in Argentina and is currently working in Montreal, QC with a company specialized in educational travel.
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HST ad campaign launched TOM FLETCHER Black Press
Stick figures puzzled about the harmonized sales tax are the main characters in a $5 million ad campaign unveiled by Finance Minister Kevin Falcon. The television, radio, print and online ads begin appearing in mid-May and continue until early July, when ballots are mailed out to every household in the province in a referendum to decide the fate of the HST. The ads don’t present arguments for or against the HST, but urge people to go to the government’s dedicated website at www.hstinbc.ca and look at its information about what is and isn’t affected by harmonizing the federal and provincial sales taxes. Falcon said that his travels around the province and participation in telephone town hall sessions on the HST have repeatedly shown that many people misunderstand the effect of the HST, and they want impartial information about it. “This is not going to be a persuasion campaign,” Falcon said. “It is going to be an information campaign, and it is going
to ensure that British Columbians get basic facts.” NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said the government is stacking the deck in favour of the HST with its spending. In addition to the $5 million ad campaign, it has spent $200,000 to stage the telephone town halls, while the FightHST organization is receiving only $250,000 to publicize its argument for getting rid of the HST. In the Legislature, NDP critics demanded assurances from Falcon that the government will go back to the old provincial sales tax with the same exemptions that existed before harmonization with the federal goods and services tax on July 2010. Those exemptions included bicycles, energy-efficient appliances and new homes, as well as a hybrid vehicles. Falcon has refused to comment on any possible changes to the PST, if more than 50 per cent of voters say they want the HST eliminated, until after the referendum results are known. TOM FLETCHER/BLACK PRESS Falcon and Premier Christy Clark have also indicated they Finance Minister Kevin Falcon unveils the $5 million advertising will offer changes to the HST based on public input gathered campaign that begins this month. in the lead-up to the referendum.
Decide for yourself. Learn more at HSTinBC.ca You‛ve probably heard and seen a lot about HST — some negative, some positive. Well, now you can have your say. From June 13th to July 22nd you‛ll vote whether to keep HST or go back to PST plus GST. It‛s an important decision for our province, so be sure to take the time to understand all the implications of the two tax systems. And before you decide, put each tax option to the test at HSTinBC.ca
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JENNIFER SMITH Black Press
The Central Okanagan School District is warning parents to be vigilant when it comes to graduation activities. Superintendent Hugh Gloster says he has learned businesses are marketing graduation trips to Grade 12s that take the students out of the country to cel-
ebrate and are not necessarily well chaperoned. “We are neither supporting nor are we condoning these activities,” said Gloster. The district does not endorse bush parties which creep up around this time of year, nor does it support the annual grad kidnappings students engage in, he said, asking that parents pay close attention to who is involved in events associated with grad.
Bus Fees Remain The fee-for-service school bus system remains intact for next year, despite misgivings by at least one Central Okanagan School District trustee that the relatively new charges are counterproductive. Moyra Baxter was the only trustee to vote against the fees, as she believes the traffic has increased since it went into effect.
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRONICS STEWARDSHIP ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA (ESABC) PROGRAM? ESABC is a not-for-profit extended producer responsibility program set up by the producers and retailers of electronics in British Columbia to provide a province wide recycling system for unwanted electronics.
WHAT ARE THE ACCEPTABLE ELECTRONIC ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM? Effective July 1, 2010, the following items can be recycled free of charge at any Encorp Return-It Electronics™ Collection Site: display devices, desktop computers, portable computers, computer peripherals, computer scanners, printers and fax machines, non-cellular phones and answering machines, vehicle audio and video systems (aftermarket), home audio and video systems, and personal or portable audio and video systems.
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ISN’T IT IMPORTANT TO REUSE BEFORE RECYCLING? While the program is designed to manage unwanted electronic products that have exhausted their reuse potential, we strongly encourage users to first reuse their products. If you choose to donate to a charity, make sure you have backed up your data and wiped your drives clean prior to donation.
HOW ARE ELECTRONICS RECYCLED? Electronics collected for recycling are sent to approved primary recyclers in North America. They are broken down using various manual and mechanical processes. Products are separated into their individual components for recovery. Through a variety of refining and smelting processes, the materials reclaimed from unwanted electronics are used as raw materials in the manufacturing of new products.
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Activity Horoscope BY BERNICE BEDE OSOL When it comes to your finances, keep plugging during the next year if you hope to better your circumstances. You’ll still have to toil, but Lady Luck will be pulling for you, so keep an eye open for her when you feel you need a break.
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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Regrettably, you might be placed in an awkward situation where you’re asked to do something on behalf of a friend that goes against your beliefs. Don’t be afraid to say no.
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relationship, don’t be too angry or frightened to take it. Some rifts were made to be healed. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Even though its thrust might be lessening, do what you can to offset a disturbing influence that has disrupted things on the home front lately. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Don’t be provocative if you encounter a person whose opinions on a touchy matter greatly oppose yours. If it is impossible for you to be flexible, don’t let the subject come up. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Stand up for your right to seek an adjustment on a matter you recently negotiated. It will be up to you to demand a fairer deal if you hope to get one. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Even though you and your special someone have each other’s best interests at heart, you don’t always see eye-to-eye. It might be one of those times, so tread lightly.
HORMONES Q: I am having problems with sleep, sex drive, hot flashes and weight gain. What can I do? A: These are just a few symptoms of hormone dysfunction. You need hormone testing (saliva or blood tests) to identify imbalances. Treatment includes the use of bioidentical, plant based hormones that closely duplicate hormones your body produces. Natural hormones also slow the aging process.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder Sir Arthur Eddington, an English astrophysicist who died in 1944, wrote, “Proof is the idol before whom the pure mathematician tortures himself.” Today’s deal might drive a mathematician crazy, but would appeal to a bridge expert. You barrel into four hearts, and West leads a trump. What are your thoughts? North was right to rebid two hearts. The alternatives of one no-trump (two low spades) and two clubs (only a five-card suit) are less good. Yes, North would prefer either four or stronger trumps, but two hearts does not commit the partnership to that strain. Also, South’s jump to four hearts promises at least a five-card suit. If,
for example, South’s heart five were the spade five, he would rebid three notrump, offering North a choice of games. You have nine top tricks: one spade, five hearts and three clubs. After drawing trumps, you could duck a club (play a low club from each hand). This would gain a fourth club trick whenever the suit splits 3-3 or 4-2. Alternatively, you could take a spade finesse. Assuming the finesse loses and West returns a club, you take dummy’s three tops, hoping for a 3-3 break, then fall back on a second spade finesse. What would a mathematician tell you? That clubs 3-3 or 4-2 is 84.0 percent. And that clubs 3-3 or one spade
finesse working is 84.5 percent. What would a bridge expert say? That one spade finesse will win 100 percent of the time because if West had had the king-queen of spades, he would have led the spade king, not a trump.
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Hildebrand Erich (Peter) Tkocz was born on October 15th, 1923 in Antonienhutte, Germany and was suddenly called Home to be with his Lord on May 11th, 2011 at the age of 87 years, having just moved to Kelowna two weeks ago.
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GENEVA (REAUGH) BROTHEN
Mother, grandmother, great grandmother, Geneva was a proud, opinionated and feisty lady. Geneva was born in 1918 in Saskatchewan and passed away on May 8, 2011 (Mother’s Day) in Vernon, B.C. of natural causes at the age of 92. Mother’s Day now will always have an altered signiĮcance for her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Lorne Brothen, who passed away April 10, 2010, aŌer 62 years of marriage.
Peter will be lovingly remembered by his wife Gisela, to whom he was married for 61 years; his daughter-in-law, Cheryl (Ron) Fisher of Vernon, B.C.; six grandchildren, Kristy (Taylor), Laura (Brian), Ryan (Sharon), Cari (Tyler), Robyn (Ryan) and Shelby; three great-grandchildren, Laila, Farrah and Santi; and numerous extended family members. He was preceded in death by his son, Rupert Tkocz on February 14th, 1987.
Mom passed peacefully at her apartment in Carrington Place, in good health other than her failing eyesight and the oŌen present issues of aging. She very much missed her husband and partner, Lorne, aŌer his passing last year and she struggled somewhat with the adjustments to her new life without him.
Cremation preceded a Celebration Of Peter’s Life which will be held at Living Word Lutheran Church on Monday, May 16th, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Harald Schoubye of¿ciating.
She was the fourth of six children born to William and Emma Reaugh and the last remaining of the family. Geneva married Lorne Brothen in 1949, and together they raised four boys: Keith (Edmonton), Dennis and Gwen (Vernon), Randy and Ingrid (Regina), and Chris and Cathy (Vernon).
As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Peter to the Living Word Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 6525 Okanagan Landing Road, Vernon, B.C. V1H 1M5.
Mom loved the security of her home and her family and friends. Her passion was cooking and baking, and we fondly remember the Sunday dinners with roast beef and Yorkshire puddings, as well as her scrumpƟous strawberry and rhubarb pies. Mom always kept an immaculate home and knew the remedy to any household debacle. The coīee pot was always on for friends and she enjoyed nothing more than a nice, long chat, especially about world aīairs. Kniƫng, crocheƟng and cards were other favorite acƟviƟes and she always had Ɵme for a good glass of wine.
Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187
John William ten Brinke
During their reƟrement, Mom and Dad were fortunate to have had many good years spending winters in the South Western US. She loved to travel. One of the highlights of her life was an extended trip to Europe to visit her son Dennis who was living and working in Italy. Mom would oŌen speak of her travel experiences and the memories were sure to be raised in conversaƟon. She was always planning for the “next” adventure. Unfortunately, Ɵme and age didn’t permit much travel in the Įnal years of her life.
was born on January 27th, 1939 in Hardenberg, The Netherlands and was called Home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 11th, 2011 in Vernon, B.C. at the age of 72 years. John will be lovingly remembered by his wife; Polly, to whom he was married for 41 years, his sons; John & Judy ten Brinke, Chuck & Natasha ten Brinke and Neil & Anneke ten Brinke, his daughters; Jenny & James HerrioƩ, HenrieƩa & Ryan McEwen and Pauline & Len Wiebe, his grandchildren; Bradley, Kristopher, Larissa, Ashley, Kaitlyn, Jordan, Dillon, Hope, Brooke, Hudson, Corina, Asjia, Allayah, AshƟn, Jamie-Lee, Tyrell, Ethan and Dominic, his three sisters and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Mom loved her pets and truly had a special aĸnity for animals. She spent many hours walking her dog, Dana , and never forgot her precious family cats, Tammy and Boots.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Canadian Reformed Church (5600 MacDonald Road, Vernon, B.C.) on Monday, May 16th, 2011 at 12:30 P.M. with Reverend WiƩen oĸciaƟng. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.
In lieu of Ňowers, Mom would have wished that contribuƟons be made to the North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506 – 27 Ave Vernon BC V1T 1S4 to assist them in their excellent and Ɵreless work.
As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donaƟons in memory of John to PXE InternaƟonal Inc. Suite #404-4301 ConnecƟcut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008-2369 Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V18 8Z5 (250) 542-1187
Your leaving was unannounced, Mom, and we didn’t get that Įnal chance to say our good-byes, but we know this is how you wanted it to be, “no muss – no fuss!” We all love you deeply Mom and miss you terribly but we know you will always be with us. Vaya con Dios mamá. The family wishes to thank Dr. Pestridge, all the care nurses who supported Mom, her Carrington Place tablemates, Eileen, Minah, Dorothy, and her regular visitors, Bernice and Charlene. We know that Mom would have liked to say good bye to all her friends and neighbours at Sandpiper; she will truly miss all of you. We would also like to thank our ‘Kal Tire’ family for their kindness and assistance - you are always there. As per Mom’s wishes, there will not be a formal funeral service, however, a celebraƟon of life tea is planned for Saturday, May 28th at 10 am at the Sandpiper Club House, 1220 – 25th Ave in Vernon.
Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be offered at www.pleasantvalleyfh.com
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Muriel Donnelly 1922 - 2010 The Donnelly family invites anyone wishing to remember Muriel to a barbeque and gettogether to celebrate her long and happy life Saturday May 21 beginning at 2:00 pm at the home of Dennis and Bev Donnelly at 9309 Coldstream Creek Road.
DANIEL TERENCE STREETER After a short illness Daniel Terence Streeter passed away at the Hospice House on April 19, 2011. He was born in Windsor, Ont. on Aug. 4, 1939. He was a drywaller & handyman in the Kelowna and Vernon area for many years, and was an avid fisherman. He is survived by his wife Barbara and seven children - Teresa (Carl) Ont., Laurie (Al) Edmonton, Daniel (Renee) Calgary, Anita (Keith) Surrey, Daniel - Vernon, James (Susan) Armstrong & Rebecca (John) Vernon. Two brothers Jim - Vernon and Richard -Ont. Also 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on May 19, 2011 at 3:00 pm at First Baptist Church 1406 - 32nd Ave. In lieu of flowers make a donation to Hospice House.
NEGRIN Satarra will be forever loved and missed by her husband, Ray; son, Gordon (Ann) and their children, Sarah and Mark; daughter, Michelle (Lorne) and their son, Bradley; brother, John (Judy) Boucher; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and her four legged kid, Nero. Satarra enjoyed being with family and friends celebraƟng special occasions and ceremonies. She worked as a nurse’s aide, teacher’s aide, care aide and operated a bed & breakfast in Clearwater, BC. Satarra and Ray enjoyed travelling to Europe, Mexico, the U.S. and Cuba. She volunteered with parent/teachers, First NaƟons Drop In Center (Vancouver); Chamber of Commerce (Clearwater) and the North Okanagan Hospice Society. The CelebraƟon of Life for Satarra will be held on Saturday, May 21st, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasant Valley Funeral Home with Mrs. Mari Cameron oĸciaƟng. In lieu of Ňowers, contribuƟons to the North Okanagan Hospice Society would be much appreciated.
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In Loving Memory
Maria Trowbridge Jan. 21, 1951 - May 14, 2010 It has been a year, but there is still a big empty space in my life, where you used to be. Not a day has gone by that I haven’t missed your strength, your kindness, your love and support. With the help of your beautiful daughters, my nieces, Nikki and Lisa, our Mother Maria, and my wonderful wife Liz all of whose understanding, love and unending patience got me through the rough patches and still help me get through every day. I miss my sister, my best friend. I know you are still watching over us, and that you know I still love you. Love Sushie XOXO
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AGNES ALLEN
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It is with great sadness that we announce the death, at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on May 9, 2011, of Agnes Allen at the age of 82 years. She was predeceased by her husband, Eric, in 2003. Agnes touched many hearts and will be missed by all who knew her. There will be no public service by request. Cremation arrangements were in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155. Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com
ROSCHAT Tony Edmund Roschat passed away suddenly in Vernon Jubilee Hospital on May 10, 2011 at the age of 49 years.
February 3, 1918 - December 18, 2010 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Margarete Klassen on December 18, 2010 in Calgary AB at 92 years of age. Margarete is survived by her six children and extended family. Margarete was predeceased by her husband Richard in 1992. Margarete and Richard were long time residents of Armstrong and Vernon BC. A Memorial Service will be held in Calgary AB on May 20, 2011. A Graveside Service will be held at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery (4320 Higland Park Road, Spallumcheen BC) on Saturday May 21, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.ca). Expressions 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 250-558-0866
Tony is survived by his beloved family: wife, Marcie, of 19 years; two sons, Robert of Victoria and Ryan of Vernon; one daughter, Krista, of Vernon; aunt and uncle, Barb and Randy Gibbons, of Langley, niece, Raylene, of Vernon, numerous cousins and dear friends and co-workers. The Memorial Service for Tony will be held on Friday, May 20th, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. in St. John’s Lutheran Church with Pastor Roy White ofÀciating. In lieu of Áowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Tony may do so to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4, 1551Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be offered at www.pleasantvalleyfh.com
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To donate In Memory or In Honour: online: www.cancer.ca or call: 250.542.0770 or mail to: #104 - 3402 27th Ave Vernon, BC V1T 1S1 Please include: Your name & address for tax receipt. Name of the person being remembered. Name & address to send card to.
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The family thanks Dr. Perrier and staī, Dr. Spooner and staī, BC Cancer Agency (Kelowna), Vernon Cancer Support Group, and Vernon Hospice House. Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be oīered at www.pleasantvalleyĬ.com
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We miss you as husband, father, grand & great grandfather. Love all the family
Mom, thinking of you every day, miss you each and every one of those days Samantha, Lindsay, family & friends
In Loving Memory of our
Parents, Grandparents, Great-Grandparents Ann Cuthbertson Jan. 14, 1922 - May 14, 2010
Robert Cuthbertson Apr. 24, 1921 - Aug. 4, 1998
We hold you tightly in our hearts and there you will remain Life has gone on without you but will never be the same. Love Andy, Heather, Roy, Bob, Melissa, Tyson, Quince and Phoenix
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250-542-3980 LOST: #1166 - “Leo” - Solid grey, white on tum., green eyes, med. hair, n.male. East Vernon Rd., behind BX School. Reward. #1169 - “Princess” - Black, sht./med. hair, small sp. female, tattoo. 15th Cres., Mission Hill area. #1170 - “Merlin” - Light grey/ white tabby, white bib & paws, pink nose, sht. hair, n.male, tattoo. Harper Drive, nr. Kidston School, Coldstream. Reward. #1171 - “M.J.” - Orange tabby, white tip tail, sht. hair, small n.male, black collar with name tag. Montrose Place, nr. Search & Rescue Stn. Coldstream. Reward. #1172 - “Caesar” - Black, yellow eyes, sht. hair, large n.male, tattoo. Okanagan Landing Rd., nr. Blue Heron Pub. Reward. #1175 - “Brody” - Cream colour with amber points, med. hair, blue eyes, large n.male, tattoo. Postill Drive nr. Kalavista. Reward. FOUND: #1176 - Dark brown tabby, manx, yellow eyes, long hair, sp. female, (no tattoo). Lefoy Rd., off P.V. Rd. Since fall, 2010. #1177 - Young orange tabby, sht. hair, red collar with bell. Alexis Park Drive area. May 12/11.
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Children Childcare Available Hailey’s Garden has spaces open in the 3-5 program. Includes organic snacks, yoga, fine arts, natural playground, exceptional preschool program & more. Susan 250-549-3203 Little Ark Childcare Centre now taking registration for September, ages 6 months to 5 years. Programs include preschool, phonics & sign language, kindergarten readiness, daily breakfast program, lunch program and field trips. For information call Janine @ 778-475-5505. SUNNY PATCH Dayhome Full & Pt openings available July 1st. Nurse and at home mom offering childcare in a bright, spacious, Coldstream home on 1/2 an acre, just off Husband Rd. Lots of imaginative play, creative crafts, and outside activities! Call Andrea @ 250-545-2344.
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Atlantis Waterslides requires a supervisor/ cook for the 2011 season. Experience a must. Please apply in person Mon- Thurs 11 am to 4pm or fax your resume 250-549-4129
INTERESTED IN A REAL ESTATE CAREER? • Extensive Training • 6 Figure Income Potential in your first year • Market is Changing • Now is the Time Call for an appointment
250-550-2137 Executives Realty Little Ark Childcare Centre looking for ECE Certified care giver for maternity leave with possbility for ongoing employment. Also looking for licensed Infant Toddler Educator. Both positions for June 1st. Bennefits available. Send resumes to little.ark@hotmail.com SMALL CATTLE operation looking for ranch caretaker with cattle/horse experience. Winter feeding, spring calving, general ranch duties req’d. Home included as partial compensation. Monthly wage negotiable. Merritt, BC area. Call Don @604789-6047.
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F/T EXPERIENCED DINING ROOM SERVERS REQUIRED. Apply in person with resume after 4:00pm to 3006-28TH Ave. Vernon
Atlantis Waterslides is doing their annual hiring for the 2011 season. We are needing life guards, ride operators, gift shop , ticketing, concession, ice cream parlor and in our maintence dept too. Please apply in person Monday thru thurs 11 am to 4pm or fax your resume 250 549 4129
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Labourer for rebar, Level Entry Position, , no experience necessary, physically fit & dependable. (250)258-8823
The Lemare Group is currently seeking a hydraulic loader/hoe chucker, boom man & off highway truck driver for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Fax resume to 250-956-4888 or email: office@lemare.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
The Lemare Group is currently seeking contract coastal hand fallers for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax 250-956-4888. Experienced Caregiver or LPN P/T, nights, weekends. Drop off or mail resume to Box #9, c/o Vernon Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Ave, Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5.
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Competitive wages, benefits package, minimum 2 years experience, serious applicants only apply. Apply with resume in person to 12408 Kal Lake Road, Vernon Attn: Glen NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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A Fine Kettle o’ Fish is looking for experienced cooks, front-counter deli servers, kitchen clean-up. Drop resume at 3408 31st Avenue, Vernon.
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Heavy Duty Mechanic wanted. Heavy Duty Mechanic required. for oilfield construction company. Must be 3rd year to Journeyman, prefer a mechanic with Cat & or Hitachi experience. You will work in shop or field & be home virtually all nights. Call Lloyd @ (780)725-4430
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BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST Kal Tire is Canada’s largest independent tire dealer, with over 220 locations throughout Western Canada, along with a warehousing and distribution network, retreading facilities and mining tire operations. We are seeking a motivated, well rounded professional to join our Information Services (IS) Team based in our Vernon Office. Our Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for working with business, technical and vendor stakeholders to ensure system implementations, upgrades, enhancements and changes are well defined and appropriately implemented. The Business Systems Analyst will have a sound understanding of business applications, their operation and configuration, combined with the ability to plan activities, gather and communicate requirements and work with all stakeholders to ensure that business applications are effectively managed and utilized. The Business Systems Analyst will have a solid understanding of the business areas they operate in. Activities undertaken by the Business Systems Analyst will include troubleshooting and triaging of issues, planning and coordination of technical and business changes, business requirements analysis, systems design and configuration and testing coordination. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who have experience with business applications who enjoy acting as bridge between the business and technical domains and wish to further their career in IS with the support and assistance of the Kal Tire organization.
■ Money magazine / Salary.com named the career as the 9th best for young people and 4th best for those over 50
A detailed job description, list of qualifications along with information regarding Kal Tire may be viewed on our website at www.kaltire.com/careers.
Consider this. The demand for financial planners has never been higher, so contact us about becoming an Investors Group Consultant. Find out why Investors Group was rated the #1 Full Service Dealer*, and how we can help bring you personal and professional rewards far beyond those associated with a traditional job.
In addition to a competitive salary range and benefits package, employees share in a company-wide profit sharing plan that recognizes individual and team contributions. Interested applicants should submit their resume 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 May 27th, 2011.
Forward your resumé to:
LAURIE REITER, Executive Assistant to KEVIN GODFREY
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(250) 545-9188 *Investment Executive Dealer Report Card, June 2008. ™ Trademarks owned by IGM Financial Inc. and licensed to its subsidiary corporations. This is a full-time opportunity to establish your own variable-income and self-employed business in association with Investors Group. MP14 62 (10/2008-P)
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We are Canada’s largest bulk food retailer with over 170 stores across Canada. Our stores are located in all provinces. Franchise opportunities are now available in these markets:
Minimum 2 Years Experience Competitive Wages Apprenticeship Available
Vernon, Kelowna & Kamloops
Only those with previous experience can apply in person 3030 Smith Dr., Armstrong
Since 1982, the Bulk Barn name has been synonymous with premium quality bulk products and complementary packaged items. Our amazing assortment of over 4,000 products has provided a unique shopping experience to millions of customers.
is looking to fill a position of part-time Customer Service Representative. Please drop off resume in person to:
IT FIELD OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN With over 220 locations, Kal Tire is the largest independently owned tire dealer in Canada. Our business philosophy centers on exceeding our customers’ expectations and relies on our entrepreneurial team members to provide exceptional customer service. We are seeking an individual with a particular mix of customer service and technical aptitude. Applicants should have proven team player attributes which include being proactive, empathic, self-disciplined and humble. Field Operation Technicians are responsible for the installation, configuration, support and maintenance of the technology infrastructure in Kal Tire’s store, retread plant and warehouse locations, extensive planned and occasional last minute travel will be required. This is a full time position reporting to the Manager of Service Delivery.
4309-27th Street, Vernon, BC
A detailed job description and list of qualifications along with further information regarding Kal Tire may be viewed on our website at www.kaltire.com/careers.
Visions Travel
In addition to a competitive salary range and benefits package, employees share in a company-wide profit sharing plan that recognizes individual and team contributions.
is looking for an Experienced Travel Agent to join their team. Please contact Colleen 250-558-6183 or colleen@visionstravel.net
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 May 20th, 2011.
The growth and success of the Bulk Barn franchise is based on a proven system. Each store is built on a turnkey arrangement. This includes a standard equipment package, comprehensive start-up and on-site training, ongoing corporate support and yearround advertising and promotion programs. Do you have the desire to own and operate your own business? The cost of a franchise, including the initial franchise fee, is a minimum of $500,000 or higher, depending on store size and location. One-third of the franchise cost must be unencumbered cash. For more information, please contact: Franchising Department, Bulk Barn Foods Limited 55 Leek Crescent, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3Y2 Phone: 905-886-6756 Ext: 289 Fax: 905-886-3717
OR visit our website at
www.bulkbarn.ca
Canada's largest bulk food retailer
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Help Wanted
Mural Tour and Historic Guide
Help Wanted
Student Summer Employment You will gain excellent work experience as the Mural Tour and Historic Guide for the Downtown Vernon Association this summer. This multi-faceted position will provide the student with experience in a variety of areas. Representing the DVA as of¿cial ambassador and tour guide, offering the public insight to the cultural and historic signi¿cance the Downtown Murals give to Vernon. Marketing of the Downtown Vernon Murals, including print and website ads. The participant is also involved in the production and distribution of event ads, creating/distributing press releases, writing articles for the DVA newsletter to promote the Mural Tours and assisting with related of¿ce and event duties. Preferred Skills & Experience • Ideally enrolled in a University or College Marketing or Drama program • Good Communication skills – verbal and written • Pro¿ciency in basic Microsoft Of¿ce programs (Word, Excel, Publisher) • Pro¿ciency in basic internet usage • Outgoing personality & public speaking skills If you are between the ages of 18 to 30, legally entitled to work in Canada, and are a returning full time student this could be for you. This position runs May 30 to August 26 2011. Wage: $12 per hour / 40 hrs week / with Àexible hours (Saturdays). Resumes can be emailed, faxed or delivered in person to the DVA of¿ce between 8:30 am and 5 pm. Submission deadline: May 20, 2011. Please forward your resume with references to the attention of: Holly Schmidt, Event Coordinator Downtown Vernon Association #4, 3101 29th Street Vernon, BC V1T 5A8 PH: (250) 542-5851 FX: (250) 545-0001 hschmidt@downtownvernon.com www.downtownvernon.com Only the chosen candidates will be contacted.
PROJECT MANAGER ASSISTANT Restoration company in Vernon is seeking a Project Manager Assistant to cover a maternity leave position. Position requirements: • Valid BC drivers license • Must be bondable • Administrative duties • Microsoft Word/Excel experience • Xactimate software and Xactanalysis experience an asset • Construction/Restoration experience Please submit resume by fax 250-542-5814 or e-mail to careers@okrestore.com. We thank all applicants but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Early Years Community Assistant Early Childhood Development CoaliƟon (5 hours per week)
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ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS?
HEY YOU... YEAH YOU! WANT A JOB?
Relief is only a call away! Call Harry Martens, Estate Administrator (28 years experience) at 250-503-5300 today, To set up your FREE consultation in Vernon. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP KPMG Inc. Trustee in Bankruptcy, #300 - 3205 - 32 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 9A2
To perform administraƟve and clerical tasks supporƟng the Early Years Community Development Coordinator. DuƟes to include: AdministraƟve tasks in the planning of meeƟngs, presentaƟons etc. ■ Assist in development of resources, presentaƟons, documentaƟon etc. ■ Website management
Closing date: May 24, 2011 Please send applicaƟons to: Jan Schulz, ExecuƟve Director 201-3402 27th Ave., Vernon, V1T 1S1 jschulz@vernonfrc.ca Fax: 250-549-1548 www.vernonfrc.ca
CALL 250-860-9480
Now hiring
ALL POSITIONS BOTH STORES Apply in person at 2601 58th Avenue or 5420 25 Avenue
Okanagan Indian Band
Employment Opportunities - TWO(2)
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Job skills and experience: • Demonstrated abiliƟes in oĸce management • Excellent communicaƟon & verbal skills • Demonstrated abiliƟes on community development • Experience in early childhood development an asset
Kelowna company is looking for hard working individuals. We provide full training, no experience required. $2,500+/mo! Must be 18+ and able to start immediately.
Director of Public Works and Housing Major responsibilities of the position are as follows: • The administration of public works and housing policies and procedures • Accessing capital funding as directed • Budget planning and preparation • Operation and maintenance of the Band infrastructure • Administration of the Housing Subsidy Program • Supervision of Public Works and Housing staff, including full time, part time, and term positions • Works cooperatively and shows respect for all other staff and programs • Conducts oneself in a professional and courteous manner at all times Essential Job Functions • Policy Administration • Budget Planning • Operations and Maintenance • Housing Subsidy Program • Reporting Requirements Quali¿cations, Skills and Abilities • Business operations experience • Basic accounting and budgeting skills • Organizational and supervisory skills • Ability to supervise and maintain a public water system • Computer literacy • Knowledge of relevant government programs and of the Okanagan Band community • Ability to write proposals, ability to initiate and maintain liaisons with external agencies
Maintenance Supervisor
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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 official 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 benefits 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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The purpose of the Maintenance Supervisor position is to coordinate the orderly operation and maintenance of the Band infrastructure, including public works and band equipment and housing units which form part of the band run social housing program, band rental and private sector homes. Major responsibilities of the position include the following: • Policy Administration • Operations and Maintenance • Administration of the CMHC Rental Housing Maintenance Policy • Project Management of the Band’s Housing Subsidy Programs • Program reporting as required, including meeting attendance • Authorization of maintenance expenditures • Staff supervision as directed • Inspections for new construction and renovation projects • Works cooperatively and shows respect for all other staff and programs • Conducts oneself in a professional and courteous manner at all times Quali¿cations, Skills and Abilities: The position requires a knowledge of and background in building and infrastructure construction and maintenance. The incumbent should also possess: • • • • • • •
Ability to organize staff and tasks Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Computer literate Ability to interpret technical materials related to construction and infrastructure maintenance Knowledge of the Okanagan Band community Ability to initiate projects and prepare proposal documentation Ability to initiate and maintain liaison with other Band departments and external agencies
Deadline for both positions: Friday, May 27, 2011 @ Noon Please direct your resume with cover letter to: Attention: Frank Gelinas, Community Development Manager Okanagan Indian Band 12420 Westside Road Vernon, BC, V1H 2A4 Phone 250-542-3444 Email: okibhr@okanagan.org Only candidates who are screened for an interview will be contacted. Full Job Descriptions available at www.okib.ca
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JOIN OUR TEAM Shop Foreman 5 years min. of experience as a foreman in a heavy steel fabrication and assembly environment. Must be able to plan, organize and direct the day-to-day activities of trades personnel. Must be able to resolve design issues encountered on the shop floor. Certification as a journeyman or a technician or having a mechanical design or process technology certificate will be an asset as well as having courses in supervision and human resources. Must be highly organized, with great leadership and communication skills.
Shipper/Receiver/Purchasing This job requires great attention to detail, a thorough understanding of shipping procedures, transportation coordination, consumable purchasing and good communication skills. Must be organized and professional with a min of 5 years experience. Fort lift certification will be an asset. Please email resume to: jobs@westpromachinery.com, or Fax To: 549-6735 www.WestproMachinery.com
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Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051. Logging Truck Driver wanted for the Okanagan Central Interior. Experience required. (250)558-8142
Buying, Selling?
FT BUILDING OPERATOR required for Vernon Square Mall. You will have proven experience in general maintenance and repairs. Comfortable working outdoors on a regular basis and performing tasks that require heavy lifting. Must have knowledge of HVAC and electrical systems and previous experience in landscaping and irrigation maintenance. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and understand the importance of teamwork. Flexibility in regards to work availability is a must. Qualified candidates are invited to fax a resume to: 250-861-5668 or email to: cgrimes@riocan.com
DRYWALLER/TAPER REQUIRED Restoration company in Vernon is seeking an experienced Drywaller/Taper Position Requirements: • Valid BC Driver’s License • Must be Bondable • Proficient in boarding, taping and all types of texturing
Quesnel Industrial Transportation is currently hiring one driver for our flat deck division. Operate BC/AB. Steady year round work, health plan, above average pay with a well maintained fleet. 1 (250)992-2309
Employment Help Wanted
The Lemare Group is currently seeking applicants for Production Accountant. The successful applicant will have a strong accounting background that might include 4th level CGA courses or better. Computer literacy is essential with Accpac, Word and Excel experience an asset. The successful applicant will have experience in the forest industry. Strong organizational skills are required to be effective in this busy environment. Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Applicant must be willing to relocate to Port McNeill, Vancouver Island. Please fax resumes to 250-956-4888 or email to: ray@lemare.ca.
Quesnel Industrial Transportation is currently hiring experienced full time log truck drivers. Year round work available, health plan, above average pay with a well maintained fleet. Call 1 (250)9922309 Dennis RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS needed, must have drivers licence & criminal record check. Reply to Box #14 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 25th Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 SOS Security Kelowna is accepting resumes for Security Officers w/a valid BC Security License and own transportation. Please forward your resume to sosops@telus.net, attention Operations Manager
We thank all applicants, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Advertising Sales Representative Make a difference in Vernon and Surrounding areas by joining The Morning Star team. The Number one source for local information in The North Okanagan. We are part of Black Press, the largest newspaper group in BC, and we offer terrific benefits and competitive income plan. The Vernon Morning Star has an immediate opening for the position of Advertising Sales Representative. The ideal candidate must be motivated and take the initiative to sell multiple media products, including on-line advertising, special products, work with existing customers and find ways to grow sales and income. The benefits and opportunities of working for the leading independent newspaper publisher in Canada are why we attract and employ the best. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the Attention of: Nathan Weathington, Publisher, The Morning Star 4407 - 25th Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 publisher@vernonmorningstar.com Deadline: May 31st, 2011
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Everybody knows that KIA products are gaining market share. Due to this high demand we have room for 1 experienced salesperson to sell both new and preowned. You will be part of a small team of professionals who are respected by their dealer and afforded opportunities that only a local dealer group can offer! Please forward your resume in confidence to sales@vernonkia.ca THE NEW
VERNON KIA
On the Automile beside Art Knapp
Labourers Seeking experienced Traffic Control Person with valid BC ticket. Fax 1-250-767-2507 or email employment @allsafetraffic.com.
Medical/Dental FULL Time CDA position available at a busy preventative based dental practice. Candidate must be a motivated team player. Prosthodontics module preferred. Monday to Friday. Send resume to Courtview Dental #200- 2801 27th Street, V1T 4W3. 250-549-3070.
Trades, Technical HIRING Licensed Automotive Service Technician Busy, well equipped Canadian Tire Service Centre in Fernie B.C. requires a customer friendly Licensed Technician for all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair. Fernie is the ultimate playground for people who enjoy outdoor adventures of all types. Send resumes to hayes.cantire@hotmail.com or Attention Jason Hayes: PO Box 2637, Fernie B.C., V0B 1M0. 250-423-4222
Please submit Resume by fax at 250-542-5814 or e-mail to careers@okrestore.com
VERNON KIA IS HIRING!!!
The Longhorn Pub is seeking retail staff for Cold Beer & Wine store. Experience not necessary but an asset. Must be available for variety of shifts. Competitive wage & benefits. Please apply in person w/resume 4513-25th Ave, Vernon
Licensed Trailer Mechanic or Commercial Transport Mechanic with BC Inspection Certificate. Full time with benefit package. $27.50/hr. Fax Resume to 250-545-0683 Looking for Exp. Erectors for Pre Engineered Steel Buildings. Send Resume, via fax: 250-717-5751 or Email : admin@mscsteel.com
Now Hiring! Stylist 35% Commission Non-Aveda experience welcome joinourteam@predatorridge.com
Work Wanted A1. DUMP RUNS, SPECIALIZING IN SMALL MOVES! LAWNS. Paul 250-550-4256 DUMPRUNZ Fast, courteous service, yard waste, household junk or ? 250-307-9449 Handymen: Repairs, Reno’s, Painting, Window Cleaning, pressure washing, yard work, dump runs... 250-550-9099
JOIN THE GREEN TEAM! Now hiring SEASONAL NURSERY WORKERS for seedling thinning, PRT ARMSTRONG & VERNON Nurseries. • Work begins late May, lasting 5-6 weeks
Services
• With prospect of further summer work • Mainly piece work (average $13/hr, potential $16/hr)
Alternative Health
• Hourly positions start at $10.00/hr • Appropriate clothing required (outdoor work)
FIRST NATIONS FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
Apply in Person between 8-4, Monday to Friday
in partnership with MCFD Aboriginal Services has an opening for a Youth Agreement Support Worker Duties: As a member of a multidisciplinary service team, work together to: • Provide support services to youth in care • Teach independent living skills • Advocate for youth and teach self-advocacy skills to youth • Support youth to reconnect with their culture and community • Develop/maintain a youth-based resource list • Work with elders to develop supportive/mentoring relationships • Work with team to develop plans for/with youth • Work with team to develop and facilitate youth activities • Develop and document individual goal plans with youth • Provide regular verbal and written progress reports to Social Worker Qualifications: • Diploma in Human Services or related area • Two years experience with youth in a supportive capacity • Possess a strong cultural identity and willingness to share one’s cultural knowledge • Ability to pass Criminal Record Check • Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings • Possess a valid driver license and reliable transportation • Preference will be given to a qualified person of Aboriginal ancestry Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To Apply: Must submit covering letter, resume & 3 work related references to: First Nations Employment Services 2905 29th Avenue Vernon, BC V1T 1Y7 Fax (250) 558-5321 fnesvernon@shawbiz.ca By May 20, 2011
Mountain Acupuncture & Laser Therapy
• Full training provided
Marcel Mallette, Registered Acupuncturist. 7639 Silver Star Rd. Vernon 250-260-3892
PRT ARMSTRONG 668 St. Anne Rd. Armstrong prt.ag@prt.com
Art/Music/Dancing RECORDING, editing, mixdown, music production, composition, voice acting, session guitar and instruction. Over 30 yrs. experience Rock Shop Productions 250.488.1524 http://www.rockshopproductions.com
Volunteers
Volunteers
Volunteers
V ernn on and D i strict V o lunteer B u reau H earts and Hands C ommunity Networkk
volunteervernon.ca or 250-545-0585 Ext. 239 Located in the NOEES Office 3201-30 Street
May 11, 2011
If you would like to offer a few hours of your time to the community, here are some Volunteer Opportunities Organization Boys and Girls Club Camp ArrowFlight
Required Positions
Duties
Key: you and agency will determine time Comments
Kitchen Assistant
assist camp cook
Junior Cabin Leader
provide leadership and guidance
Greeters and Hosts
greeting and directing riders
Package Pickup
greeting and registration
Dog Walking
walk dogs safely
Office Administration
strong customer service skills
(July 3 – Aug.31,2011) Many Other Positions GranFondo Canada Road Cycling Event (July 16, 2011) SPCA Vernon Branch
Many Other Positions
Many Other Positions
Sunday, May 15, 2011 - The Morning Star B29
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HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION Ralph Blackwood
SIDING
Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding, Fascia, Soffits, Gutter Cleaning & Repair
(250)
549-0202
Since 1982
HANDYMAN
HANDS Renovations & Repairs Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Lawn & Garden Care
WHITESTONE RENOVATING & PAINTING
• Renovations Quality • Handyman Since 1989 CALL TOM: 308-8778
Lonestar Custom Carpentry
Journeyman, Licensed, Bonded Framing, Tile, Flooring, Bathroom, Decks, Custom Finishing, Window & Door Installs, Renos and Accenting, etc. Dana Ross 250-308-7540 DIY Consulting and Recommendations
TIM 250-307-8772 Quality Work Guaranteed
Nu-Look Homeworks Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring”
BILL’S HOME REPAIR • Painting (Exterior & Interior) • Decks, Plumbing, Fencing
Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst. • Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design
NO JOB TOO SMALL • SINCE 1992
503-4606 • 558-3352 billshomerepair@hotmail.com
Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience
Insured * References * Guaranteed
Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435
YOUG Wood Design BELON HERE!
Renovations Inside & Outside Carpentry & Finishing • 30 Years Experience
Free Estimates •References
Loubc@telus.net
Call Marc - Cell: 250.306.5505 or Home: 250.546.2406
Taping/Drywall/Finishing Textured Ceilings New or Additions Over 25 years experience
250-317-6260 Kelly Hinger
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No job too small! Annette & Dennis 250-307-6484 (Cell)
250-542-8368 (Home)
Honest Renovations
No Job Too Small! Carpentry Work from ground up. Serving Vernon area.
550-4535
WILL be noticed and get
Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations
Local Westside Rd References
Morgan@547-6646
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JOB JAR
Kelly’s Construction
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
You Belong 220th 0thh A Anniversary i RENOVATIONS & & ADDITIONS ADDITIONS RENOVATIONS
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“I Do Not Hesitate To Recommend Dave” “We Wholeheartedly Endorse Dave” “We Recommend Him To You”
You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory
FREE ESTIMATES • Call Dave
250-558-7653 250-558-7653
Independently Owned and Locally Operated
kelowna.handymanconnection.com Now serving all the North Okanagan including Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Falkland, Lavington, Coldstream, BX & Oyama
LTD.
• Siding • Soffit
• General Carpentry • Aluminum Railings • New & Renovations • Vinyl Decking
GEORGE SIMMONS C: 250-309-0621 H: 250-838-0449 Fax: 250-838-0459
WINDOWS & DOORS GUTTERS “For all your window and door needs GOVERNMENT GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!” $70 per
• Seamless Gutters • Vinyl & Hardi Plank Siding • Fascia & Soffits • Exterior Painting
Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location
TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7
( 250 ) 542-4492 New Construction or Renovations KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan 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
Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 1044 Middleton Way, Vernon • 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977
FENCING CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
Vinyl Fences Chain Chain Link & Link, CedarCedar, FencesOrnamental / Cedar,Vinyl,& Composite Wood Decks Commercial & Residential Experiece •• Free FreeEstimates Estimates 15 Commercial & Residential• •15 12Years Years Experience
Chris … Phone/Fax 558-0590 • Cell 309-0410
B30 Sunday, May 15, 2011 - The Morning Star
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STUCCO
CONCRETE CUTTING & CORING
CARWAY STUCCO
Interior CONCRETE CUTTING & CORING SERVICES
Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs
25 + years Experience
Ph: 307-0387 ELECTRICAL
Wall Sawing Slab Sawing Core Drilling Cutouts for Windows & Doors Serving the Interior of BC
1-877-475-8700
PRESSURE WASHING
ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD. Free Estimates/Emergency Service Bonded and Insured License #92048 BBB Member – Quality Work BOB ADAIR 250-275-4780
GATEWAY MOBILE TUTORING SERVICE
Specializing in English, French, Social Studies & Elementary. lstanek@telus.net
250-260-5244
Cleaning Services
* Quality Cleaning * Eco Friendly Products
Tannis 250-558-8552 tannismorrison@gmail.com
RICK WARE EXCAVATING
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EXCAVATING • DECORATIVE ROCK PLACING • RETAINING & ROCK WALL BOBCAT SERVICE • LARGE & SMALL EXCAVATORS & DUMP TRUCKS
Ask for a FREE Quote! HOT • COLD • STEAM • GRAFFITI REMOVAL Ph: 250-308-7940 www.mobilepressurewash.ca
Let Us Do It 4 You Cleaning
- Interior Painting - Color Consultations - Decorating Services
250.309.3178 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 QUESTIONS?
250-550-7900
Phone: 250-307-1959
Phone: 778-475-5578
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
JACK WESSELL PAINTING INTERIOR • EXTERIOR • NEW CONSTRUCTION CEILINGS • TEXTURED OR PAINTED REPAINT • STUCCO • VINYL • WOOD (Minor Repairs) JACK 250-308-2870 cell
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
WINDOW CLEANING
FOR HIRE
window cleaning
Brighter Outlook
Residential & Construction Deron Sanderson
250.306.2679
ROOFING CONTACT
DEPARTMENT
Glendale RooďŹ ng & Renovations
250-550-7900
Seniors Discount - Free Estimates We guarantee our workmanship at an affordable price
Cliff Battensby 250-308-1193
RV REPAIR
ON SITE RV
REPAIRS, RESTORATIONS & DELIVERIES NEW HORIZON RV 250-545-3238
BOOKKEEPING
DECK/PATIO COVERS
SUPERIOR DECK LTD
VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING Kelowna • WinďŹ eld
Vernon • Salmon Arm
250-212-3075
250-550-4598
Marcel Labrecque, Owner/Operator 15124 Middle Bench Road, Oyama, BC V4V 2C4 • Fax: 250-548-4045
549-0115
You WILL be noticed and get MORE business in this directory
CRANE SERVICES
5Ton 20’ Deck Hiab Truck SPECIALTY TRAILER RENTALS 250-545-3238
Residential & Commercial • Licensed & Insured Cleaning with Integrity & Diligence! atwood.bernice@gmail.com
CLASSIFIED
Let the ladies do it!
I CAN DIG IT
FOR ALL YOUR PRESSURE WASHING NEEDS
PAINTING ABODE DECORATING
Joe Prebushewski Cell: (250) 550-6208 Fax: (250) 549-3899 • Email: bearpawearthworks@telus.net
and get MORE business
CLEANING 3D
EARTHWORKS LTD. Excavating, Trucking & Materials Bobcat, Mini Hoe, Residential, Earthworks
You WILL be noticed
an ad in this directory
RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL
EXCAVATING
TUTORING
G REEN T REE BOOKKEEPING
General Ledger • Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation • Payroll
250-306-9684
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250-547-2429 • 250-306-9896
LAWN CARE MAINTENANCE
LAWN MOWING
• Design • Installation • Maintenance
558-3507
“Making Green Space YOUR Space”
Landscape Renewals - Journeyman Gardener Offering Complete Lawn & Garden Care
* Residential * Commercial * Strata “Improving Your Property One Visit at a Time”
Dave’s Landscaping Now Booking for Pruning, Power Raking, Fertilization, Weekly Lawn Care & General Yard Maintenance 45 Years ++ exp. Call Dave
Call or email jan for a Free Estimate
DOWN-TO-EARTH Garden Maintenance & Design
250-308-8910
Women with 10 yrs Horticultural Experience
HERE!
Financial Services
Stone Paving & Landscaping
• Foundations • Concrete Floors • Driveways • Retaining Walls • Sidewalks/Curbs • Suspended Slabs
BOOKING NOW:
Mature Lady, non-smoker, 20 yrs experience Licensed Care Aid. 250-545-3220, 307-7742
Legal Services ICBC, MVA’S, SLIP & FALL or Any Injury? MARCO D. CEDRONE Making The Difference in Personal Injury Claims! 24hrs.1-866-9133110 Cascade Law Corporation
Countertops REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.
Computer Services
POST POUNDING & Excavating. Great rates. No transport fee. 250.308.5403.
Garden & Lawn Aerating & power raking available. Over 30 years experience. Lawn & Garden renovations/renewals. Also quoting on strata or residential lawn & garden maintenance. Meridian Lawn & Garden Care. Jan 250-550-5386, mazerjan@hotmail.com
BOOK-250.540.0202-NOW!
Lawn Mowing, Weeding, Hedge & Shrub,Trim & Shape, Garden Recovery etc.
BOOK NOW!
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Lawn Cutting, yard maint., reasonable rates, seniors disc. Free est. Doug 250-503-6870
Buying, Renting, Selling?
www.4pillars.ca
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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
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SOHA May Spring All breed points horse show, May 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, Halter Western English and jumping classes, BC Heritage qualifier and PAC approved show, spectators welcome, contact sherryripplinger@hotmail.com or call 250-490-0397
Rubbish Removal 250-808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL. Full service Junk Removal & Bin Rentals.
Landscaping BARK MULCH Fir or Cedar,$20 per yard. Delivery included on orders over 30 yards. Shavings and Sawdust available. 250-838-6630. LOCALLY Grown Pyramid Emerald Cedars 6’-7’ $20. 8’ + $30. Many other Junipers & shrubs. Ph: 250-542-6004
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ARMSTONG AREA- reliable weekly lawn cuts, from $25. 250-546-6050, 250-317-5940. LAWN CARE & ROTOTILLING Mowing. Weekly, on call. Call Eric (250)306-3408
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Construction
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Pets & Livestock
Merchandise for Sale
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Real Estate
Feed & Hay
Pets
Firearms
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Misc. for Sale
Misc. Wanted
Apt/Condos for Sale
2nd cut grass hay, small square bales, $7/bale. 250838-6725 70-bales of alfalfa grass mix, small square bales, no rain, $6.50/bale. 250-546-8314 Excellent horse hay, 25% alfalfa, 75% grass, barn stored, no rain, round bales, $60/bale, Ford Tractor 7600, $8000.obo. (250)838-6642 Ginseng tarps 24’ x 165’ for shade or windbreak. Inexpensive and attractive solution for hay shed, livestock shelter etc. $150 each. 250-558-8322. Quote available for installation. HAY FOR SALE, easy access. Call (250)545-1817 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.
FREE to a good home a 9 year old gray, fluffy, affectionate, female Tabby cat. She needs a single cat home. Phone 250 309 0051. Jack Russell Pups, multi colored, ready to go. $400. (250)546-3450 MINI-PINCHERS, males, 11 weeks old, tails docked, all shots, dewormed & paper work, $650ea. 250-868-8515. Trinity Shepherds Old World Style Shepherd puppies, 10-16 weeks, $350$500. Vet checked, all shots. (250)547-9763 Yellow Lab x retriever puppies, ready now. $250. each. (250)542-2066
FUN for all ages: Is shooting a firearm on your bucket list? Try it on Sunday May 15, 10-2 at the Kelowna & District Fish & Game Club’s “JUG SHOOT” Sponsored by The Best Little Gun Shop Around, Weber & Markin, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel 250-762-7575. Tues-Sat, 10-6.
Merchandise for Sale
Antiques / Vintage
PREMIUM quality horse hay. No rain $6.50/bale. Delivery available Enderby 250 838 6669
23rd ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 27th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 28th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 120 tables. $2 admission is good for both days.
Livestock Gelding, 15.2h, 15yr, black, gentle, well broke, Trailers. $2250. incl tack 250-547-9017 Organic certified Black Angus Loala cows, heifers, steers, yearling bulls ,
Appliances
Pets 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 AKBASH GUARDIAN puppies. Ready now. 250-8364621. AUSSIE X pups vet checked and second shots done $200. Call Kristina 250-547-9403
Australian Shepherd Blue Merle puppies also Australian Shepherd/Border Collie Cross $450/$500 (250)769-6795 Basset Hound Puppies, ready May 21, vet checked, 1st shots. (250)833-4081 BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class June 9th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322
#1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 Frigidaire Gallery, smooth top, stainless electric range, convection oven. good cond. $500. 250-546-2550. G.E. dishwasher, stainless steel, good cond, $125. 250546-2550. IT’S Mr. Mike! Washer & dryer starting at $250. Stackers & front load, plus other stuff. 250-503-6368, 250-549-3781.
Building Supplies Quality Patio Covers @ reasonable prices. www.glaluminumpatiocovers.com
Farm Equipment 1982 Universal Tractor, 45 HP Diesel, Front end Loader, 3 pth with rear blade, chains & live hydraulics...everything works...no leaks...great little chore tractor...$3800...Ph 250833-2637 Salmon Arm
Misc. for Sale Check out our May Specials on the web www.briteland.com Awarded “Green Business of the Year”
Livestock
Free pickup, aluminum, windows, wire, pipe from reno’s & batteries. 1-250-717-0581
Fruit & Vegetables
ASPARAGUS LOCALLY GROWN IN ARMSTRONG
DISCOUNT ON 10 LBS OR MORE Open 7 days a week • 7am - 7pm
PLEASANT VALLEY FRUIT 7885 Hwy 97A, Vernon, B.C.
Firewood/Fuel 2 + cords full length ($250) or cut up ($175) per cord apple wood, delivered 250-546-3505 PREMIUM FIREWOOD 14yrs in business. Guaranteed dry, cut & Split. All species. Delivery 250-260-7932.
Furniture Beautiful Dark Wood Dining Table w/6 upholstered chairs, $1500. obo (250)545-7002 Computer Desk 29.5x30x60, includes filing drawer & utility drawer. $250. (250)542-8527 KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 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 Sofa with pull out bed & mattress, excellent condition, $140. (250)545-9788
Garage Sales GARAGE sale 132 west enderby road enderby 8am to 4pm may 21&22.ph.838 6973
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Light Electronics Cleaner: great for all electronic surfaces including monitors, cell phones and all TV’s. LEC is alcohol and ammonia free. Safe on any surface.
Livestock
LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:
3 LINES OR LESS (approx 10-12 words) $17.36 INCLUDES TAX Includes 2 garage sale signs Please remove your garage sale signs after the sale. $1.95 per extra line
Garden Equipment 2 Gas Lawnmowers $80. & $100. Trimmer/Mower TroyBilt $200. (250)260-5819 Craftsman garden dumping trailer, like new, $150. 250542-5410 Craftsman lawntractor 12.5hp 38” cut, $400. (250)260-5819
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used / Damaged 40’ insulated makes great shop. Only $2300! Needs door and 40’HC $2800 No Rust! Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage. Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com FREE Removal of unwanted equipment etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 Looking for large oversize cats, yarders, tractors, sawmill equip, farm equip, ect. For scrap. 250-260-0217.
Misc. for Sale Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.
FIREARMS SAFETY & HUNTING COURSES PAL & CORE by Master Firearms instructor. Call Jim for dates and information at 250-275-6316
Misc. for Sale
DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 2PM
BUY-SELL-CONSIGN
Firearms
$2.95
250-545-8088
Free Items
GARAGE SALE DIRECTORY STARTS APRIL 8th/2011
CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259
Classifieds 550-7900
20+ New Pella house windows. Various sizes. (250)547-6260
Houses For Sale
Houses For Sale
WANT TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR PROPERTY? sales associates average more experience and more sales per agent than their Competitors. There is no substitute for experience. Why not call a top negotiator 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)
1x4 Cedar T/G plained 5’ Long $1 per board, approx. 500 boards to a lift. (2) 150 Gal. alum. fuel tanks, freight liner. Christie Carriage - skyline logging. Collectors Items, 1986 Honda Shadow, 1100 cc, great cond., 34,000 kms. 250545-4653 or 250-308-0977 23rd ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 27th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 28th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 120 tables.$2 admission is good for both days. 2 window awnings in fibreglass, light weight,white, wide, 6’ long, good cond. $25. each obo. 250-275-0995. BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water filtration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544
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$91,500. Please call 250-545-5530 or 204-720-1276 to view. SCRAP & BROKEN GOLD JEWELLERYGold/Silver coins top prices paid on the spot- Raven Traders, 2904 30th Ave. (250)549-4322 Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556
Musical Instruments
Dahlias flowers Toobers mixed colors, 8 for $10 per bag. (250)545-9747
HARTKE AC75 solo amp. 2 channels, perfect for lounge and coffee house gigs. $375. Ph (250)833-1976
Free scrap metal dump site. If it’s metal, we take it! 250-3096107, 250-546-9536
Upright Grand Piano, old but well maint. Asking $1000 obo. 250-542-7218, 250-542-7576
Free Scrap removal. All metals & cars. No microwaves or t.v.s. Minimum p/u load. 250-309-6107, 250-546-9536 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com Kenmore 3 yr old dryer good cond., Treadmill like new, 27” TV, 19” TV. (250)838-9603 Lincoln Electric wire feed Welder, w/stand $300.; Rototiller 8hp $50.; 27” Sony Trinitron TV, like new $50. (250)542-1707 Maytag washer & dryer, can be seen working. $400.obo 250-542-3430. MOULDED plastic touring kayak & accessories $650.00 (250) 5479482
NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 ORCHARD sprinkler, 2”pipe diff. lengths, sprinkler with dole valves, risers, hook & bands, plugs, 2” couplers, hydrants, 3” to 6” openers, reducers, elbows. Call 250-5034960
Recumbent bike, 2 light pole lamps, 2 small electric heaters, leaf blower. 250-2604989. RIGIDFOAM Insulation, 2 x 5 10/ bundle $15ea bundle. Call 250-862-8682, 1660 Cary Rd Silver Buyer in Town Now. Buying Old Coins, Collections, Silver, Sterling,Flatware, Gold, Jewelry, etc. 1-800-948-8816 Tile splitter used 1x, $25. Metal wheel barrow $40. Quilting board, cutter, ruler etc, new, $25. 48 8track movies $40. 2 step ladder $5. Roller blades & protectors, men’s sz8, $20. Veg steamer used 1x, $5. Ultra pro jumper, cables new, $20. (250)542-2009 Toastess Elec. Skillet, light weight aluminum, easy to read temp setting, as new. $20. (250)545-1200
Sporting Goods Basketball hoop, Huffy Titatanium, full size, fully adjustable, free standing, new $300, asking $150 obo. 250-309-3837 FUN for all ages: Is shooting a firearm on your bucket list? Try it on Sunday May 15, 10-2 at the Kelowna & District Fish & Game Club’s “JUG SHOOT” Sponsored by The Best Little Gun Shop Around, Weber & Markin, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel 250-762-7575. Tues-Sat, 10-6. Giant NRS dual suspension xcountry mountain bike, all shimano xt, hayes disc brakes, $225. 250-306-0801
Tools 2’-0” paper sheer, cuts also light sheet metal,$100. Floor jack,$35, 250 amp ac welder,$100. smoker.$45 250-5468938. Tile Saws, Table Saws, Chop Saws, Compound Slider, Saw Compressors. (250)309-4213
Real Estate Acreage for Sale
OPEN HOUSE
BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110
Offered @$525,000. View @ 1060 Corkscrew Rd. Armstrong
Houses For Sale
FIRST TIME BUYERS
Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes for under $1000/month (+ 5% down) www.VernonFirstTimers.com 250-549-7258
Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon
DISTRESS SALES
FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.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
Just off Eagle Rock Road
SUNDAY 1-3PM House & acreage, see ad above
Well composted chicken manure, $65/pick up truck load. I load w/bobcat. (250)804-6361
For Sale By Owner
For Sale By Owner
WILL TAKE SMALLER HOME IN TRADE
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!
Beautiful one of a kind acreage in very desirable area between Armstrong and Vernon. Enjoy sweeping valley views from huge deck. Grow your own food, pick your own fruit, play in the 3 bay shop, or bring the horses. 10 minute commute to Vernon. Small country home included; can easily be enlarged to accomodate larger family if desired.
For Sale By Owner 3bdrm house on 1.03 acres, beautiful garden, flowers, privacy. New roof, RV storage, lrg shop w/garage. $359,900. (250)838-7929 to view. PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner financing. 250-558-7888
1550 HOFFMAN RD., ARMSTRONG
250-938-0868
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS
Business for Sale ESTABLISHED LOCKSMITH Business on Vancouver Island since 1997. Tools, equipment, stock & extensive customer base. Mobile sprinter available also. Call for details 250-9497708 or 250-902-9156.
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Beautiful 4.6 acre Hobby Farm 5 min. from Armstrong; 4-bdrm 2-bth house, heated 20x25 shop and out buildings; viable strawberry u-pick, irrigation well rated @ 200 gpm. 250-503-8903 to view.
WANTED: Good used furniture, beds also. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Completely renovated 1 bdrm condo for sale by owner. New fridge, stove & hot water tank. Perfect for 1st time home buyer or someone wishing to downsize.
4BR[+] home 3100 sq. ft. on 5 acres, Full Basement, 1600 sq. ft. Shop and Garage, Pole Barn Fenced and X-Fenced, Concrete Pool - 1800 sq. ft. paving stone patio. Numerous Zoned uses. Many/many Extras.
$799,000. Call Jeff Day: 545-6272 Eve: 545-8112 Cell: 307-2497 More Pics and details at www.okhomesellers.com Listing #24856
EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas fireplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Vancouver Island. Even better, move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660 Full Duplex 2bdrm each, reno’d currently rented at $1700. offers considered. 250-5031926 OPEN HOUSE, May 15, 1:15-3:15, #40 5888 Ok Landing, South Valley Ranch, gated community, 2bdrm rancher, new paint & carpets, c/a, f/s, w/d, d/w incl. Pet friendly w/restrictions, $329,900.
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Real Estate
Rentals
Rentals
Lakeshore
Apt/Condo for Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent
1100’ lake frontage, 36 acres, Arrow Lake, gentle slope, creek$795,000. 250-369-2281.
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Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
Open Houses
OPEN HOUSE May 15th 2-4PM EAST HILL House for Sale or rent to own
3103 26th St. 5 Bedroom (Incls in-law-suite)
$325,000 Property Guys listing# 9716
Call 250-309-2565
Revenue Property Great buying Opportunities for Canadians in Phoenix, Vegas, Palm Springs & more! Check out information for buying South at www.BestUSBuys.info SALT Team, RE/MAX Vernon 250.549.7258
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent
NORTHLAND PROPERTIES Adult building Clean, quiet and bright 1 bdrm suites F/S, DW, AC, appliances and 24 hour access to restaurant Swimming pool 250-260-1162 Best location for Great living
Call Kelly Brown at 250-307-7653 for details
One bedroom $600 in adult building. Suitable for one mature person. Sorry, no pets / parties or drugs. Call to view 250-558-5020
MORRIS MANOR Large 2 bedroom 2 Bath, 1 large bachelor suite and 1 bedroom available. Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre. Heat included. For more information call
250-542-8989
GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong
Seniors 55+ 1 bedroom Apartment 660 sq. ft. Walk to downtown $ 700 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
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
ALEXIS PARK MANOR • Bright 1 and 2 bdrms. • Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building
250-549-2770 RENT INCENTIVE On Site Mangers
Retirement Residence
A beautiful one bedroom suite is now available at The Victorian. All meals, utilities, housekeeping and heavy laundry included in rent. Vacancies rare so don’t wait! (3306 22nd Street)
1bdrm, 1bdrm + den, 2bdrm 1.5 bath, f/s, d/w, a/c, balcony, secure prkg, adult oriented, n/p. 250545-5773 or 250-550-0243.
Open Houses
2 Bedroom Suites $
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. On-site Resident Manager. REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE
250-542-1701
2 Bdrm; 1 Bath; F/S; DW & AC. Very well kept in secured adult only building. Underground parking On site laundry. Avail immediately. $750 250-549-1679 OR 250-5506991 2 bdrm 2 bath luxury condo. Secure mature persons, NS Prop. Many extras! $955 incl. heat. No stairs from car to unit! Cat OK. Must see! 250309-2000
2bdrm 1bath apt NS, close to D/T, sm. pet ok, $900 +hydro. Avail June 1st. 250-307-6174 2bdrm, 1 bath newly renovated, close to amenities, laundry avail, small pet okay, F/S/AC, R.R. Contact 8am-8pm. $810+. 250-306-8252 www.rentinvernon.com 2bdrm, Available now. $800./mo + util. (250)379-2777 2bdrm avail June 1, East Hill/ Lakeview Manor, hardwood flrs, N/S, N/P. On site laundry, heat incl. Avail immed. 250260-5870 2bdrm, close to DT, reno’d, insuite laundry h/u. $850/mo. 1 month free rent or $400 grocery voucher! 250-549-0440. 2 bdrm + office, No stairs, park by door! Lrg bright corner unit, pleasant patio, in unit laundry. Mature persons NS,NP Property. $835 Must see! 250-309-2000
3-bdrm, 1.5-bath, Alexis Park, reno’d, spacious, 7appl, n/s, n/dogs, Reduced Rent $1000 + hydro, avail June 1. 250307-0775 Prof. Preferred Hospital area, 2bdrm condo, corner unit, nice balcony, F/S, DW, W/D, NS/NP. Avail June 1. $850. 250-542-2744. Large 1 & 2 bdrm,$600-$750, close to Rec Centre, no dogs. 250-307-4948, 250-545-8443. LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 LUMBY 2bdrm, newly reno’d, heat and cable incl, coin wash RR, n/p, $750 250-545-8583. Luxury 3bdrm, 3.5bath 1/2 duplex, Lwr East Hill. Walk to town. Low main yard. $1350/ mo + utils. 250-542-5902 Near Walmart, furnished studio apt. upstairs, w/office space downstairs, ns, np, RR, $750/mo. 250-308-2412 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. $1100/month. 250-545-2834. maracondos@gmail.com
610/month.
Duplex / 4 Plex
Homes for Rent
Apartment Furnished 3 bedroom two bathroom FULLY furnished condo for rent from June to Nov at Silver Star mtn -has laundry- heated garage-and granit counters. $2400 per month. Contact Christina at 250 308 9936.
Commercial/ Industrial 2038 FT. COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL SPACE IN NORTH END 9’ X 9’ OVERHEAD DOOR $1495 PER MONTH CALL RAY @ 250-549-0198 Body Shop, 2000 sq. ft., Available July 1. (250)5456998 Commercial/Retail space in busy Spallumcheen Industrial Park, 600-1100sq.ft avail. immed. 250-549-0141 Plaza 43, 4300 Block on 27th St, Vernon. Small retail or office space. Excellent street exposure on major intersection. Complex fully occupied with onsite restaurant and lots of parking. Call 250-542-2060, leave message. RETAIL/COMMERCIAL high exposure, 5201-26th St. Rate neg. 1/2 Bldg. up to 3500 sq.ft. Vernon. 1-250-717-7488. Warehouse/office 2400 sq.ft., 2-14’ overhead doors, 821 Fairweather Rd. $2000./mo tripple net, fork lift avail. 250306-1936
Cottages / Cabins CABIN on beautiful Kalamalka Lake in Cosens Bay. 2 bed up, full bath, 2 bed down propane fridge,stove,lights. Avail Jul 1 Noon Jul 7/11 Aug 22/11 - Open Minimim 5 nights FAMILIES, PETS WELCOME $120.00 /day (must water all plants daily) Call bet 6& 8pm May 13 - 23/11 403-708-1480 or 403-651-5729 Call of leave msg after May 24 to 403-276-6203
½ DUPLEX FOR RENT Great area, 3 bdrm., 1 bath, $915 plus 2/3 utility, N/S, N/P, references
250-549-0665 1bdrm,wood f/p,w/d h/u, walk to town, cat ok. $775 util incl. 250-542-4310 250-308-9738. 2 Bdrm, 4-plex, laundry, $750 + utilities NEWLY RENOVATED, N/S, small dog okay, fenced yard. Available Immediately. 250-550-5832 2 bdrm duplex, 1 bath. $1000/mo + utils. Avail immed. (250)545-1340 2-bdrm, f/s, w/d, garbage & water incl. $830 n/s, no-dogs, avail June 1. (250)542-5006 3bdrm 1/2 duplex, 2yr old, full bsmnt, parking, Lumby. $1100/mo. 250-550-4396 3bdrm, 2bath, family rm, avail. now. ns, np, n/parties, RR. $1100/mo. 250-549-2338 3bdrm in Lumby, 1.5 bath, laundry, ns, small pet ok, avail. now. $850/mo 250-549-1668 Bachelor, spacious, incl/util quiet area. June. $650/mo. 250-308-2264, 250-503-2507 Large 3bdrm, 1.5bath suite, NS/NP, $925/mo includes most util. 250-542-1210. New Reno bright & clean 2bdrm near downtown, $850/mo+hydro 250-306-9385
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VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon MIDDLETON 2 bdrm, very private condo, F.S., A/C, W.D. Available Immed. $750 $800/mo. Sorry, NS, NP. ADULT ORIENTED Private 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, F.S., DW, A/C, on-site laundry, new paint. Available Immed. $750/mo. Sorry, NS, NP. ADULT ORIENTED Bachelor apt., F.S., A/C, onsite laundry, summer swimming pool, covered parking. Available June 1. $525/mo. + util. Sorry, NS, NP.
250-542-5580
1/2 duplex, 2bdrm up $650 +util. laundry, close to school, lots of prkg, small workshop. Avail. now. 250-306-0864
01/June, 3bdrm, Westside Rd, private beach, up/low deck, great view. 250-542-0060. 1bdrm house, Lavington, 4 appl., 250-542-9419. 1bdrm, Lavington, F/S, use of barn & acreage,suitable for 2 horses, 250-309-5956.
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NEWLY RENOVATED with ceramic & laminate, Enderby, 1 & 2 bdrm apartments. 250-308-9299 Private loft style apartment Suitable for one person, $750. W/D, Internet, & util. incl. Avail. June 1st. N/S N/P 250549-3344
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250-309-1742 • Bachelor suite in complex. Shared washrooms, all utilities incl. cable TV. $550. • 1 bdrm apartment on top floor in city centre (Mountain View). Renovated, balcony, in-building laundry, wall A/C unit, parking stall, does not incl hydro. $650.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 2 bdrm apartment in central location (Mountain View). Renovated, parking, 5 appliances, very nice. $850. • 2 bdrm above ground suite in Alexis Park. Just renovated, F&S, shared laundry, yard, parking, utilities incl. $925 or $825 for single person. • 3 bdrm lower suite of home, incl. utilities. Lower East Hill. Yard, street parking, shared laundry. Pets OK. $1,000.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 4 bdrm 2½ bath home in Bella Vista. In-law kitchenette setup downstairs, yard, carport, 2 fireplaces, older home in good shape. $1,350. • 4 bdrm home in Fintry (Westside Rd) close to Killiney Beach, 35 min to Vernon. 1½ bath, large deck, wood fireplace, pellet stove, elec. baseboards. 1 dog OK. $1,100. We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com
Homes for Rent 2+1 bdrm house & 2 car garage on 2 acr. 5 min to downtown. Older home in good cond. $1100 avail immed. 250-938-0869
2bdrm downtown, car storage, fenced yard, $940 utils incl. n/s, avail. now. 250-503-1926 2bdrm farm house, large yard, no smokers, Grandview Flats, $1075/mo. 250-546-6811 2bdrm house, North BX, lake & city view, 5-appl, gas in-floor heating, NS in or out, No Parties/drugs, pets negotiable. Avail June 1. $1100. +util/mo (250)260-6051 2bdrm, idyllic country setting outside Lumby. $1200/mo + utils. June 15. 250-547-6567. 3bdrm, 3bath newer home w/lakeview. Jetted soaker tub, h/w & tile, filled with light. Priv fenced yard, large sundeck. $1300 + utils. N/S. Pets on approval. RR. 250-545-0158 3 bdrm laundry, $1195/mo, avail imm. 4 appl, garage, near Square Safeway, 421334th St 250-308-0045. 3bdrm Walmart area, 2bath, fenced yard, single garage. Avail May 1. Prefer n/p. $1425 + utils. 250-869-9788 3bdrm w/basement, Middleton Mountain Area, June 23, n/p, n/s, $1400/mo (250)545-5841 5-BDRM, 2-bath, South Vernon, quiet cul-de-sac, n/s, n/p, incl, f/s, w/d, $1200 + util 250307-3586. 5bdrm, 2 bath, upper floor of house. $1,000. 2bdrm, 1 bath, basement suite, $800. Or rent whole house for $1600. Enderby. 250-838-6630. 5bdrm, East Hill, f/s, dw, w/d, large yard, n/s. Avail immed. $1500 + utils. (250)308-4940 Armstrong, McLeod area completely reno’d, 4 bdrm, 2 1/2 baths, double garage, 2,000 sqft., n/s, n/p, $1400. 250-549-0890. CLEAN 2 br house, quiet area on the way to Silver Star 1100/mo+util 250-309-2565
Coldstream on acreage, 3bdrm house,basement, 2 car garage, $1350 + util. n/s n/p June 1.250-542-9591.
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4 bdrm 2.5 bath Armstrong twnhse $1300+util 8-2655 PV Rd Armstrong Appl incl avail now 3 bdrm 2.5 bath lakeview home $1475+util 7463 Tronson Rd Fridge/stove incl avail Now 5 bdrm 2 bath renovated OK Landing home $1700+util 7491 Longacre Dr Appl incl Avail June 5 bdrm+den 3 bath East Hill double garage fenced yard 1900 30 ave $1675+util avail June CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 • email: d-williams@shaw.ca See pictures & maps at
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COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS * Retail Commercial and Industrial Space * 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
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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT *Apartments * Duplexes * Suites * 1 bdrm 1 bath rural suite Pets consid. $750 Incl util 6980 PV Road Incl Fr St Wa Dr avail Now 1 bdrm 1 bath condo near hospital u/g parkade $725+util 1900 30 Ave Appl incl avail July 3 bdrm 1 bath main floor Alexis Park $1000+util 3400 Alexis Park Dr Appl incl avail June 2 bdrm 1 bath downtown townhouse $750+util 38-3413 Okanagan Ave incl appl CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 • email: d-williams@shaw.ca See pictures & maps at
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Updated central 2bdrm condo, in-suite w/d, top floor, view, $875/mo. RR. 604-727-1518
1bdrm condo, Alexis Park, great view, A/C, No dogs, $750/mo + hydro. 250-3086363 1bdrm, overlooking Vernon Golf Club, W/D, D/W, A/C, $800/mo. +util. (250)3061936 1bed & 2bdrm, bright & clean in a quiet, well managed Apt building on bus route/walk to dwntwn. incl’s appls, heat, hot water, cable, locker/ prkg. Also, avail. furnished. n/p. Starts at $685. 250-550-4069
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SILVERSTAR condo. Fully furnished king bed plus double bunks. Bottom floor, well behaved dog ok. $750/month inc utilities, cable, internet. Avail now - Nov. (250) 5484153
Good building for Seniors!
250-545-0470
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Rent Incentive Available: Arlington/Embers/Century Manor & Rickford Manor - 1 & 2 bdrm, NP, NS, close to Bus/Shopping/Schubert Centre - Clean and Well Maintained, 250-275-8066 RICKFORD MANOR. 1 & 2bdrm suites, NS, NP, adult bldg. Call 250-275-8066
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OPEN HOUSE - MAY 15 • 12 NOON - 3PM 5781 Canary Drive, Vernon, BC 4 bdrm & 2 bdrm basement suite, 4 full baths, 2 laundry
NEED EXTRA INCOME then this could be the house for you. Featuring 1800 sq. ft. of main floor living with 2 suites down with $1375 mo. income, both floors have been totally renovated, new roof, and ample parking. Asking $499,000. Phone 250-542-8844
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Centennial Drive, close to dowtown and services. Beautiful view. Two bedroom with washer and dryer in suite. Fireplace. Indoor parking. Quiet secure adult building. Short or long term. $950. 250-260-4273 References required.
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Immaculate house,close to all amenities, n/s, n/p. $1300+util. Avail May 15th. 250-545-6926. Older large 4bdrm, South Vernon area, lg kitchen, big yard, $1600 util. extra. avail. May 1. 250-545-8443, 250-307-4948
1 bdrm apartment in new house situated high above Swan Lake in a very private setting, 1000 sqft. outside seating area with beautiful view 10 min. drive to Vernon, fully equipped kitchen, w/d, radiant floor heat plus wood fire place carport, storage space available immed, $850.00 per month 250-542-8004 1bdrm, Avail now, East Hill, 1 person only, 5-appl., util., cable & internet, ns, np, $750 250-558-4670 1 bdrm basement, Bella Vista, bus stop, 5 min to d/t. n/p, n/s. $750.Avail now.250-275-0922. 1bdrm, clean, Harwood area, NS/NP, $675/mo incl. util. 250-309-4657 1bdrm daylight, n/s, n/p, single prof preferred. $750 util incl.,250-558-0883. 1bdrm Middleton, bright, ns, np, 1 person, $700 incl/util. Avail.now. 250-309-8712 1-bdrm, n/s, w/d, cable incl, furnished or unfurnished. $800./mo+dd. 250-309-7053 1bdrm partly furn’d suite on acreage, 7 min from Walmart. Priv ent. Util & internet incl. N/S, N/P. Suites 1 person. $700. 250-545-3238 evenings 1bdrm, sep/entr, NS, NP, North end Swan Lake, FS WD sat/TV util/incl $750. 545-6090 1bdrm spacious , close to d/t & Rec center, $750 incl., util, w/d, dogs neg. 250-545-3511. 1bdrm suite, sep ent. in-ste laundry, sep ent. very clean. N/P, N/S. $800/mo. Avail June 1. 250-549-7410
Motels,Hotels 1bdrm, quiet, non smoker, kitchenette, Monthly $630. + Weekly rates. 250-558-6837.
Office/Retail Downtown Office Space for Lease Single or multiple offices High traffic location 250.550.4221 for details
Recreation Beach cottages Mable Lake Lumby end, motorhome stalls w/ RV hook up. 250-542-3276.
RV Pads FARM COUNTRY RV PARK Best view. Best rates. Full service incl wi/fi & cable. Daily, Weekly & Monthy Rates.
Kelowna Call 250-862-7448
Seasonal Acommodation LACASA RESORT on the lake for rent, sleeps 8, Elegant & Modern 2bdrm, den, May $750/wk, June $1000/wk, July $1500/wk, August $1750/wk. 250-491-0823 May-Dec. Silver Star house with 2 suites, 1-800-894-0554 www.silverstarskichalet.com
Senior Assisted Living SUITES FROM $1025/MO. 3 home cooked meals daily. Includes utils. 250-545-3351 Silver Springs Residence. Supportive Living, lake views, bus route, 3 meals a day, housekeeping, subsidy may be avail. 250-308-9282
Shared Accommodation 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450 incl.util. N/P, furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 Furn bdrms near hospital, $475. or part suite $550., util. incl. Mature n/s 250-558-7347 Lrg home to share w/1 other person,3 level split, cable, internet, air, double garage, R.R.$650. 250-545-5658. Nice home environment, quiet, by bus, good loc, utils $385. 250-549-7418, 250-307-9407
Storage 40’ custom storage container. 8’ shelves, work bench, lights, outdoor parking. $600/mo. 1877-306-4492 HWY.6 Mini Storage. 4 sizes indoor units. Outdoor fenced compound. Check our prices. 1-888-547-2090.
Suites, Lower 1 bdrm East Hill bright walkout bsmt, priv. entr., incl util, cable & internet, shared w/d, close to golf course, parks, n/s, n/p Avail now $700 250-309-8788
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New, large 2 bd ste on Middleton. Prvt entry, shr w/d.Quiet, N/S, small pet negot. DD and RR. $925/mo. Avail May 1st. (250) 545-5991.
1bdrm, BX, furnished, kitchenette, priv/entry, balcony, suits 1 person, ns, no dogs $600 includes utilities. 250-542-3450 1bdrm, Coldstream, lrge suite, laundry, ns, np, sep/entry, avail. immed. $800/mo. incl/util. 260-1941 ,308-9523 1bdr new suite, priv. loc. Coldstream Valley Estates. Fantastic view, all util incl internet, TV, outdoor pool, laundry, etc. Avail immed. N/P, N/S. $900. 250-275-1285 leave message 2bdrm apt, East Hill/downtwn, heat/garage incl. No smoking, N/P, $680. 250-558-0305 3-bdrm Mission Hill, laundry, yard, storage, very nice, bright, clean, cat ok, $1075 +util, June 1. (250)558-8243 3BDRM Upper Floor / 2 Bath Immaculately kept. Hardwood floors. N/S $1300.00 per mo. 4504 Valleyview Place. 250558-7337 Downtown 1bdrm, N/S, W/D, cable, Wi-Fi & util/incl. $800, avail. now. (250)260-3196
Adult building/ Bach. apt. $500. Large 1bdrm $600. Quiet, n/p, n/s please, prkg, large yard, close to downtown, call after 6pm 250-938-1144
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REDUCED RENT Upper Coldstream One Bdrm, New appl, DBL parking, sauna. Util inc. Safe. Quiet. Clean. No Pets NS, $750/month DD /Ref 250 542 2144 Unfurn’d or furn’d 1bdrm +den daylight bsmn’t suite, w/d, d/w, util/incl. ns, suitable for profes. single person or couple, avail. May 1, $825. 250-542-0743
Suites, Upper Bachelor Unit Available now, references required, suitable for student or mature person.
250-275-6224
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EAST Hill brand new 1 bdrm bsmt suite, June 1, $650 incl. util., dlux kitchenette, parking, sep bsmt entr, shared laund, n/s, n/p, 250-2756206
Furnished, 1bdrm + den, Silver Star, 4th flr Silver Creek, N/S, N/P. $649. 250-558-5045 NEWER 2 Bdrm, 2 bath, main floor in lower east hill. w/d, d/w, n/s, n/p, garage, utilities incl. $1200. 3088796
NEWLY reno’d 3bd, 2bth upper, attchd 2 car garage, West Kelowna (Smith Creek) 5mins from town centre. Quiet alcove cul-de-sac in hillside provides country like environment. Large, fenced backyard, pets ok, family oriented neighborhood, 5appl, NS. $1200+ utils. 250-878-6529
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1BED beautiful view. Large, reno’d, above-garage. Priv deck/yard Util/AC/Internet incl. $750 250 5426552
1-PERSON, 2-BDRM, bright, clean, quiet, private, daylight, suite, walk d/t, f/s, w/d, pool, n/s, no/dogs, June 1st. $750+ 1/2 util. 250-542-0825. 2BDRM / 1Bath Ground Level Suite. $900.00 per mo. N/S. 4504 Valleyview Place. 250558-7337 2-bdrm East Hill,storage, sep. entry & laundry, reno’d, ns/np, $875/mo incl. util/cable. July 1. RR/DD 250-938-8983 3bdrm, modern, daylight suite. Incl; in-floor heating, H.D. satellite, 4-appl. only 15 min. from town. $975. 250-503-8468. $750 - 2 bedroom available June 1st. Centrally located near downtown Vernon. Call Ken or Darlene 250 762-5459
A BRIGHT 1 bedroom suite in Middleton. Available June 1st. $750 Includes w/d, & utilities except phone. Ideal for 1 person. 545-3394 Avail May 15, 1bdrm ste, suites 1 person, in Westmount area on bus route, priv ent & patio. F/S, W/D, A/C, utils & cable incl. N/S. Refs Req. $675 + DD. (250)503-1142 Bright 1bdrm, East Hill, $750 incls cable, internet & utils. Sep laundry & entry. Storage. Avail June 1st. 250-545-0089 bright 1 bdr suite. Private laundry, entrance, storage & parking, N/S, N/P, reference req. Avail June 1, $695/mon, plus util 250-275-0665 COLDSTREAM. Lovely, 900 sq, 1 bdrm, sep level entry bsmt suite. Jacuzzi tub, big kitchen, w/d, n/s, no parties, pets cnsd, utlt,cable, internet. July 1st. Refs. (250) 5583486
Furnished Suite without being a suite, $495./$100. DD Util/incl, n/s,n/p. 250-542-0010 LARGE 1bdrm, Lake Country, priv/entry, f/p, laundry, 1 block to 2 lakes, near by transit, n/s, n/p, $700/mo cable,util/incl, 250-7661488, (604)290-1707
New 1bdrm, F/S, single person, Avail June 1. NS, NP, $570 util/incl. 250-542-6598
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3 Bedroom Townhouse, End Unit with private fenced area. f/s/d, w/d, Carport, n/s, on bus route. $1050.00/month utilities not included. Avail. June 1st 250-545-4577 or bruntona@telus.net.
3-bdrm 1.5 bath, completely reno’d, swimming pool, n/s, n/p $1150/mo (250)549-1198
1987 Corvette, #’s matching, restored, elektron blue, $22,000. obo (250)260-5291
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FULLY Reno’d 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Family friendly complex, close to schools & shopping. N/S; N/P; F/S; W/D; DW. Available immediately. $950/mth. Call 250-549-1679 OR 250-550-6991
4 - 265-75R-16. All season tires mounted & balanced on GM Mag wheels To fit rear drum brakes. $225. Phone (250)545-3463
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For sale 4.9 300 6 engine out of Ford F-150 pick up. $550. obo. 250-838-9905.
Mature adults seek home to rent w/in law suite, diamondz57@gmail.com
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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.
1931 Ford 2 door sedan, older restoration. $15,000. (250)545-5530 1974 VW Thing Convertible, collector plates, $8000. firm. (250)838-6667
WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.
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1986 Olds, V6, auto, buckets & mags. Runs well. $500. (250)545-0110 1995 Z28 Camero LT 350, V8, auto, T-top, duel exhaust, 77km, driven summer only. $11,500. Cindy 250-260-5948 or 250-308-2617. 1996 Buick Skylark, all pwr, a/c, 55,000kms (really!), exc. cond., $4600. (250)309-3837 1996 Pontiac Bonneville SSEI, super charged, full load, well maint. $2400. (250)546-8025 1997 Pontiac Grand Am. PS, PB, P door locks. Sr driven. 174KM. Exc condition, runs great. 4cyl, sips gas. Call Erv @ (250)542-7462. $1995. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 4dr, 4cyl auto 170K loaded great cond. $2900. (250)308-2225 2003 Century Buick Custom, 119,000 km, ABS, PS, PL, new windshield & tires. Very well maintained. Asking $5000. Ted - (250)558-4955 2003 Chev Impala, auto, a/c, 6368 kms, 1 owner, like new $8500. (250)542-7239 2003 Ion Quad Coupe, auto, air, options, only 89,000 kms, clean. $3975. (250)542-6970 2004 Chev Aveo, blue, 4dr, hbk, 5spd, manual, 1.6, 4 cyl.,a/c,winter tires/rims rims, 236,000kms, $4,900. obo. 250-306-6429.
ATV: 2007 Kawasaki 360. Auto, 4x4, diff lock, winch, $4100. obo 250-838-6075
1998 Dodge 1500 4x4, Quad Cab, new rear brakes, new windshield. Looks good & runs very good. $3900 obo. 250547-9837 cell: 250-309-6057
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BEACH BUNNIES New First Class Spa Now Open! #32-2789 Hwy 97 Blue Heights www.beachbunnies.ca 250-448-8854 We only hire the very best
CHARLEY’S Escorts, in or out call. 250-540-7069,or try our 900 line @ 1-900-528-1051 EXXXOTIC Slim Jasmine 24yr. Super Busty Casey 21yr in/out. Vernon. 250-859-9584 Pretty Gina, 38, blonde, slim, 36DD natural. Fun friendly escort + friend, 22. in/out, fetish ok. 250-307-8174 Swedish massage, erotic stress relief, 10am-10pm. Hiring. 250-938-8960.
2010 Pont G3 Podium Edition Loaded, pics and details on Castanet or call 778-516-2000
Cars - Sports & Imports 1989 VW Cabriolet Convertible, 5-spd, 4-cyl, extra top & tires, 260,000 km, economical, lots of new parts, $2200. obo. (250)549-3274 1990 Honda Accord, 4dr, auto, lady driven, n/s, 235K, good cond. $1200. 250-307-8787 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 2.0 Litre turbo, black, p/w, p/l, sunroof, leather, Tokico suspension. $4,000. 250-308-8660. 2001 Toyota Solara, 2dr SLE, V6 auto, leather, loaded, new tires, $7550. 250-548-3484 2004 Toyota Matrix, auto, air, $7975. 2007 Toyota Yaris, 2dr hatchback, 5sp,. $6975. 2006 Pontiac Vibe 5spd, loaded, $6975. 2000 Mercedes ML 320, auto, loaded, 4x4, 112,000KM, $7975. Government Inspected Rebuilt Vehicles, Lego Auto Sales, Vernon. 250-260-4415
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1984 Class A Pace Arrow 30 ft motorhome. Sleeps 6, 3 awnings.New laminate, h/w tank, shower fixtures, water pump, A/C and Fantastic Fan. Clean and ready to go.$8500.00. Phone 250-549-2307 leave message. 1993 Dutchmen 30’ 5th wheel, livingroom & kitchen slide, $7500. 250-309-3405.
2003 Ford Windstar Sport. Red. Power everything. Immaculate condition. $5500. 250-558-0788
2003 Ford Supercrew F-150, 4x4, red, mint cond., $12,500. obo. (250)260-5291 2005 Ford F-250 2wd crwcab srtbox v8/auto 97K good cond. $8500.obo (250)308-2225 2005 Ford F-250 diesel/auto, 4x4,170K, cwcab, srtbox, good cond. $12,900. 250-308-2225 2009 Toyota Tacoma, TRD sport, crew cab, 6spd, loaded, black, $24,975. Gov’t inspected rebuilt vehicle. Lego Auto Sales Vernon - (250)260-4415
2006 Pilgrim 5th wheel 30ft: Great condition $22500.00 Call for details 250-503-8176 CAMPER Nordlite 9’6\\” good shape $7,850 obo. 250-558-3567 mbexton@telus.net
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1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $60 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460 CASH! Free Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. With or without papers 250-938-6777
18’ Davidson Sailboat, 2 sails with kicker, trailer & moorage. $3990. firm (250)503-6663
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32’ Bayliner- Twin Hino Diesels, radar, GPS, 3 sounders, all chain anchor winch, 2 power down winches, swim grid with fish dressing station, inverter, diesel furnace. Call 250-992-7202 or 747-1014. Email aem.atula.com. Trailer available. 5hp 4 stroke Honda outboard in Good shape. $1,000 firm. (778)475-2177 Catamaran 13x6ft. 100% equipped. New elect. motor, sail etc. Flat back trailer. $2000. (250)547-9047
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Motorcycles 1983 Honda 650 Night Hawk, good starter bike, well maintained. $2200. 250-549-2790 2008 Honda CRF150. This bike is like new, with MAYBE 10 hrs of riding on it. Lady driven. $3500 (250) 309-9334 2009 Honda Silverwing scooter, 600cc., red, new trunk, bike cover, 3000 kms, serviced. $5500. (250)503-2234 250cc Honda Elite Scooter, red, great Condition, windshield, automatic, 1985, 19,000kms. $1250. 250-2751508, Cell 250-540-1649. 83 Honda Silverwing, 650cc, 30,000 km, collectors plate, $3500. obo (250)260-1805
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Creditors and others having claims against the estate of MARJORIE KATHLEEN JOHNSTON aka MARJORIE JOHNSTON aka MARJORIE K JOHNSTON aka M K JOHNSTON aka MARJORIE JOHNSON are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executors, Charles Melvin Johnston and Patrice Elaine Johnston, c/o their solicitors, Blakely & Company Law Corporation, at P.O. Box 357, Armstrong, British Columbia, V0E 1B0, on or before June 9, 2011, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executors then have notice.
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Kelowna Pacific Railway will be spraying herbicide for weed control on the ballast section of the railway track from May 16th to June 3rd. Spraying will be done from Kelowna to Armstrong, Armstrong to Falkland, and Vernon to Lumby. Under certificate no: 167166. Please be advised the railway property is private property, and unauthorized access is trespassing. For information on the weed control program contact Bill Cowie, Manager of Track for Kelowna Pacific Railway at 250-558-9249.
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HENRY Penner Revokes Power of Attorney I, Henry Penner wish to notify all that Brian Henry Penner and Larry Wayne Penner (both of #14 Hansen Rd, Cherryville BC) no longer have the authority to act on my behalf and any authority previously conferred is revoked, canceled and terminated.
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3% FINANCING ‘93 Mercedes 4 cyl, 190 E, 2.3 L, Exc. condition. Great gas mileage $1800, OBO 1(604)241-5924
BAILIFF SALE 2005 JLG G1055A, zoom boom. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 2005 Toyota Corolla 4-dr auto, 2000 Chev Silverado 1500 pick-up, 2003 Chev Silverado 2500. Contact Shuswap Bailiffs, (250)503-6897
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1998 GMC SAFARI AWD. Good Condition, runs well. $1,900 OBO. Call 307-2100
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1995 Ford Explorer. Great shape. Leather, loaded, 4x4. $2,000. (250)938-1811 2001 Isuzu Rodeo, loaded, 5-spd, 4x4, V6, 166K, great shape, $4900. (250)938-0200 2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE, fully loaded, V6, 1 owner, exc. cond., 99,000 kms, $13,995. (250)542-1707
1978 Chev, nice sturdy work truck, $1000. (250)548-3422 1994 Ford F150, good rubber, no rust. 1982 W11 Chase loader. (250)547-6260 1995 Mercury Villager 204,000 kms, loaded, $1150 obo. 250938-4099
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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288
One owner, black with grey interior, 130,000kms, eight passenger, Honda installed trailer package. Meticulously maintained. $19,000. Located in Nelson B.C. Call for more information
2000 Toyota 4 Runner, one owner, 170,000. KM, Dark Green exterior/ Tan interior, excellent condition, 2 sets of tires. $12,900. Contact Heidi 250-306-4161
1999 27.5’ Travelaire 5th wheel, 1 slide, queen bed, sleeps 4, rear entry, $12,500 obo. 250-260-3432, 309-2073 1999 Okanagan Ultralite 22.5’ 5th wheel, 3135 lbs dry weight, plenty of storage, a/c, furnace, stereo, bath/shower, sleeps 6. Stored inside, mint cond $8000obo. 250-547-9832 2003 Ford Class B Great West Camper Van. 134,193km. In Excellent Cond. Well outfitted. $30,000 obo. 250-545-5302
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2000 Dodge Caravan, low kms, a/c, double side doors, $3000. obo (250)275-7564
1997 27’ Travel Mate 5th Wheel c/w hitch and tripod, rear bunks, a/c, m/w, o/s shwr, awning, sleeps 8, good condition, 250-558-9371
2006 Honda Pilot EX-L
250-354-7471
1999 GMC 2500 Cargo Van, $2000.; 1999 Windstar 7-pass, a/c, auto, $2000.; 1996 Grand Caravan, 7-pass. $250. (250)938-6953
08 O’K 2 slide camper loaded 31K &/or 08 F-450 KR 44K. Ken 250878-4365 https://sites.google.com/site/2008okanagancamper/
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PUR-11-53 — Automotive Supplies Central Stores You are hereby invited to fax or email your price quotation for the supply and delivery of the following items.
Further information, specifications and Quote Forms may be obtained from www.vernon.ca or the office of the Purchasing Agent between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. 250-550-3646.
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Supply various automotive supplies for Central Stores for two years commencing July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013. Faxed Quotes will be received at the office of the Purchasing Agent at 250-550-3523 or emailed at sshannon@vernon.ca or must delivered in a clearly marked sealed envelope at 1900 – 48 Ave, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Y7, up to closing time of 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, May 26, 2011.
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC BUICK GMC DEALERS. bcgmcdealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */x/†/¥/‡/#/€ Offers apply to the purchase of a 2011 Terrain SLE FWD (R7A), 2011 Acadia SLE1 FWD (R7A), 2011 Sierra EXT CAB 2WD (R7E) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,450). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices.Offers valid to June 30, 2011. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order (2011MY only) or trade may be required. x$9,500/$4,200 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on 2011 Sierra EXT CAB 2WD, 2011 Acadia SLE1 FWD (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GM dealer for details. †0% Purchase financing offered by GMCL/TD Financing Services/Ally Credit. OAC by Ally Credit/ TD Financing Services. Rates from other lenders will vary. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $208.33 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Freight & PDI $1,450, registration, insurance, licence, PPSA, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer order (2011 MY only) or trade may be required. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details.¥ Offer applies to new or demonstrator 2011 model year Chevrolet, Buick and GMC vehicles delivered between May 3, 2011 and June 30, 2011 at participating dealers in Canada. The Scheduled Maintenance program coverage expires after 36 months/60,000 km, whichever comes first, from the in-service date of the vehicle. This Scheduled Maintenance offer is a GM Canada marketing program and coverage cannot be redeemed for cash value. Program covers inspections, engine oil and filters change (up to a maximum of 6 services) and tire rotation in accordance with the vehicle’s oil life monitoring system, if applicable, or as prescribed in the Owner Manual. Scheduled Maintenance services under this program must be performed at a GM Goodwrench dealer in Canada. Program excludes other replacement parts, fluids, and any “Additional Required Services” as outlined in the Owner Manual that may be identified during the inspection of the vehicle. Alternatively, a $500 manufacturer-to-dealer credit (tax exclusive) may be applied to the vehicle purchase price for customers who opt out of the Scheduled Maintenance program. Offer available to retail customers in Canada only. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Dealer for details.‡ Based on a 48 month lease. Rates of 3.75%/6.99%6.99% advertised on new or demonstrator 2011 Terrain FWD, 2011 Acadia FWD, 2011 Sierra EXT CAB 2WD equipped as described. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000km, $0.20 per excess kilometer OAC by FinanciaLinx Corporation. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Down payment or trade of $3,889/$4,699/$3,489 and security deposit may be required. Total obligation is $21,346/$24,964/$18,272. Option to purchase at lease end is $10,445/$14,667/$10,514 plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. Applies only to qualified retail customers in Canada. Freight & PDI ($1,450), registration, $350 acquisition fee, air and tire levies and OMVIC fees included. License, insurance, PPSA, dealer fees, excess wear and km charges, and applicable taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer order or trade may be required. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See participating dealer for details.#Offer applies to all eligible current owners or lessees of any model year GM vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2010, 2011 or 2012 model year Chevrolet, GMC, Buick or Cadillac vehicles delivered between May 3, 2011 and June 30, 2011. Ineligible vehicles include Chevrolet Cruze LS-1SB and all Medium Duty trucks. Credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available for Chevrolet Aveo, Cobalt and Cruze (excluding Cruze LS-1SB); $750 credit available for Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain; $1,000 credit available for all other eligible GM vehicles. The credit amount is inclusive of any applicable taxes. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Void where prohibited by law. See your GM dealer for details. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.€Offer applies to all eligible non-current GM owners with a vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one 2011 Terrain/Acadia/Sierra 1500 delivered between May 3, 2011 and May 31, 2011. The credit amount is inclusive of any applicable taxes. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Void where prohibited by law.See your GM dealer for details. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.◊U.S. Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). For more information on safety ratings, go to www.safercar.gov. WBased on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. *†2010 GMC Sierra with the 5.3L engine and 6 speed transmission and competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Excludes hybrids and other GM models. ¥¥2011 GMC Terrain FWD equipped with standard 2.4L ECOTEC I-4 engine. Fuel consumption ratings basedon GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Competitive fuel ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. 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