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ook out world, here comes the class of 2011. Approximately 950 Vernon, Lumby, Armstrong and Enderby graduates leave the familiar walls of their highschool classrooms over the next few weeks and move on to their next challenge in life. W.L. Seaton graduates were the first to mark the occasion with graduation activities Thursday and Friday. “I’m still in a bit of a daze about it,” said 18-year-old Aiden White, still recouping from grad kidnappings earlier in the week. It’s a bittersweet moment for the grads, many of whom are both sad to say goodbye, yet happy to put high school behind them. As much as he is ready to move on, Chris Deciccio admits there are parts of school that he’ll miss. “Seeing your friends everyday,” said the 17-year-old. “The teachers,” adds Stephanie Duval. Then there is the decision of what to do with their days, now that high school doesn’t consume them. “Graduating makes you realize: ‘I’m
going to be bored,’” said Deciccio, who plans to eventually head back to the classroom to study culinary arts. “Work, work, work,” – that’s the plan for Duval, who will be working her way towards college, and hopes to move on from her hometown of Vernon. “I want to get as far away as I can.” Ready or not, the structured days of school are over and the wide-world of opportunity awaits.
The next round of graduation ceremonies are at Charles Bloom Secondary and Vernon Secondary Friday. Then Sixmile celebrates June 9, followed by Kalamalka Secondary June 10, vLearn/Open Door/ Crossroads June 13 and Clarence Fulton Secondary June 24. Enderby’s A.L. Fortune graduates celebrate June 10 and in Armstrong Pleasant Valley Secondary ceremonies take place June 28 (prom is June 9).
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Lavington Elementary School Grade 2 student Dominik Porteous is good humoured about his cowboy hat continually blowing off his head Thursday during the Children’s Polka with Emma Roine at the May Day celebrations in Lavington.
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to have her in your community. It has been an honour to be Min Min Sidhu was named Woman for tonight and I know she will of the Year 2011 to loud applause be thrilled.� at the Vernon Sidhu was one of 10 Women in Business nominees selected for 24th Annual Woman the excellence, dedicaof the Year Gala tion and inspiration Thursday at the Best of their personal and Western Vernon professional lives and Lodge. their community serThe delight and vice. Each nominee congratulations — Mohini Singh received a keepsake would have to come plaque, a gift basket, later as Sidhu, who and their nomination had been called away package, which conon a family matter, could not be tained the letters of support and present. Her nominator, Mohini commendation. Singh, accepted the award on her Sidhu has served 14 years as behalf administrator of the Vernon“Min gives from the bottom Monashee constituency office, of her heart. You are very lucky helping to find funding for Morning Star Staff
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Min Sidhu has been named the 2011 Woman of the Year. numerous community organizations. She and her husband, Sid, run their family business, Bella
Vista Farm Market, and have three daughters. She is active in the East Meets West international orphans’ foundation and the Punjabi Heritage Society. Guest speaker, Michele Harshenin, of Mandala Reflections, talked about how her life had been ruled by fear until she was able to forgive past misdeeds and start being true to herself. “There is fear of judgment and rejection. We all share this fear,� she said. “When I was able to speak my truth and share my heart with others, I understood that the courage to be ourselves let’s us see our strength and beauty and the gift in our darkest moments. We are each a piece of a picture of beauty and humanity.
Celebrate your uniqueness, your struggles and your successes. Step through your fear and your perspective on life will change.� The Woman of the Year was selected by a committee of judges made up of community members.
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Lessons preserve Okanagan language KATHERINE MORTIMER Morning Star Staff
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Teacher Ben Louis demonstrates one of the tools used in the classroom for teaching the Okanagan language to students, at Tuesday’s Vernon School District board meeting. she said. The program began at Alexis Park elementary with 36 students studying the language in Grades 5 to 7. As well, a conversational pilot program was launched at W.L. Seaton secondary. “We didn’t have another certified teacher for the program so instead we had elders meet at lunch with students in an informal setting,� said Lynxleg. By the beginning of the current school year, Seaton had 28 students in Grade 8, with an introductory class for Grade 11 students. Lynxleg said she is now working with schools to include classes at Ellison elementary and Fulton and Charles Bloom secondary schools for the 2011/12 school year. The program uses resources from the Paul Creek Language Association, a nonprofit society that promotes the use, preser-
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vation and revitalization of the Okanagan language in the communities of the Lower Similkameen Valley. In working with his students, Louis uses web applications Salish Tutor and Storyteller, but he also makes use of the MimioTeach Interactive Whiteboard, giving trustees a demonstration. “In teaching today’s kids, they all have some kind of device and so we make use of technology because that’s their world and teachers can help bridge the gap,� he said. “It’s an oral langauge, but they still need to get used to the reading and writing.� After the presentation, Gregoire had trustees laughing as they attempted to come to grips with the unfa-
miliar sounds of the language, learning to say hello and goodbye, “way,� and good evening, “xast sklaxw.� A teacher for five years, Gregoire grew up speaking the language. “My kids all understand me and so I made the effort to teach because of the importance of it. My grandfathers all said, ‘you watch these kids and you teach them,’� said Gregoire, as she shared a little of her childhood, which was steeped in First Nations traditions. “I grew up and lived and travelled on the land and I miss that, of being free, playing with animals, riding horses, so I teach a lot of that to the kids as well and they all ask, ‘how did you live, how did you eat?’� Growing up in Merritt, Gregoire said
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In a relaxed and slightly more informal gathering than usual, Vernon School District trustees were given a mini lesson in the Okanagan language at this month’s board meeting Tuesday. Gathering at New Horizons Hall on the Okanagan Indian Band Reserve, trustees and administrators spent time socializing with band elders and members, while enjoying some traditional native tea. Elder Peggy Brewer led the proceedings with an opening prayer. “Having a meeting here on the reserve is a high priority for us,� said board chairman Bill Turanski. “We operate on the traditional territory and land of the Okanagan Nation and we really have appreciated the support we have received from this community and we have a great deal of respect for the traditions of the Okanagan people.� One of those traditions is the use of the Okanagan (nsyilxcen) language. Sandra Lynxleg, principal of aboriginal education for the district, outlined the course and its growth over the last two years, and introduced certified classroom teacher Ben Louis and language teachers Madeline Gregoire and Wilkie Louis. “The process began in 2009 when we met with the band’s Education Council to try and figure out the best way of implementing language classes,�
there was one store and a cafe, and if her family needed something, they rode the wagon into town. Otherwise, they had all they needed with their fish, dried meat, berries and what they grew in their garden. “My goal is to hope that we have teachers and I know that there are kids I’ve taught out there who can speak the language. It’s good to hear because a lot of people say it’s going to be lost, but if we keep on pushing the kids, we’ll keep it alive. “Kids say to me, ‘Now we know who we are’ because I teach the language, the history, the drums.�
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Resident eager to curb Spall speeders ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Barry Roman is contemplating wearing a fluorescent safety vest to go to his mail box, and asking a couple of neighbourhood children to set up a permanent lemonade stand. Roman has been pushing for a couple of months to have something done about speeders on his road, and while the Otter Lake Cross Road resident was joking to Spallumcheen council about the vest and the stand, his sentiment is sincere and succinct. “I don’t know what can be done, but we’ve got a problem,” said Roman, a retired trucker. “I was talking to the mail lady and she said it’s real dangerous on the road.” Roman has taken to setting up on the road with a lawn chair and recording vehicles who speed. During one of his recent sessions, Roman told council that most of the 47 cars he counted were doing 80 km/h. The road is posted at 50 km/h
“We’ve got a problem.” — Barry Roman through a residential area and transitions to 70 km/h once past the homes. “Even saw a woman texting and two people talking on cell phones,” said Roman, who is calling for either more police presence or putting in some kind of traffic slow-down device, such as speed bumps, along the road. Roman’s numbers are backed up by statistics provided by Warren Smith, rural programs co-ordinator for the Vernon-North Okanagan RCMP Safe Communities Unit. Smith told council that he conducted three speed watch sessions along Otter Lake Cross Road on three different days, each time for one hour between 2:15 and
3:30 p.m. In the three sessions, 80 cars were clocked going over the speed limit while three cars were found to be going more than 20 km/h over the limit. “Speed is one of the areas we’re focusing on,” said Smith, adding his office has obtained a speed reader board from ICBC that will be erected at times along the roadway. “Through enforcement, citations and continuing to educate the public, we we hope to slow the traffic down.” Spallumcheen Mayor Will Hansma said the township has been assured by RCMP that speed enforcement will be conducted along the road, which he described as “a stretch that very smoothly rolls by,” though he hasn’t seen one in several weeks. “We are working on this with regular conviction with the RCMP,” said Hansma. “Every chance we get, we bring it up.” Talks are also ongoing with Tolko, whose trucks use the road to get to the mill.
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Meter petition sees swell of support ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
An Armstrong man says his petition campaign to stop the city from installing water meters in homes is gaining steam. Robert Thibeau mailed petitions out to every Armstrong resident, at an out-ofpocket cost of nearly $900, beginning May 9. It’s his second campaign to have the city stop its plan of meter installation, a move Thibeau claims is nothing more than a tax grab. In 2010, Thibeau led a successful campaign that defeated an alternate approval process in which the city hoped to borrow the remaining $450,000 of the $750,000 price tag. Thibeau said he was able to get more than 10 per cent of the population to vote no, which would have been around 320 signatures, to defeat the application. The petitions for the alternate approval process were provided by the City of Armstrong. “There’s no time limit on how long this petition campaign will run,” said Thibeau. “Hopefully it’s done within the next month. Initial response has been very good. I’m getting returns in the mail and some scanned ones. There’s only been a couple of detractors so far, which is kind of nice.” Council has said it still plans to install the meters and has been looking for government grants to pay for the remainder of the installation price tag. The city has $300,000 already put aside for the project.
Thibeau said the petition mail-out was brought on by what he calls council’s arrogance and their refusal to listen to the electorate. “They’re still embarking on this (meter installation), and doggedly so, without the consent of the majority of voters in Armstrong,” he said. “We’re going to put the kibosh on it. “I’m getting the feeling that people are not willing to be told any longer what to do by a minority group. Council is there to do the bidding of the majority. It’s called democracy.” The brochure also calls for the possible removal of the entire council in the upcoming November civic elections. And while he said he’s had people asking him to run for mayor, Thibeau said it’s something he wouldn’t consider at this time. “I’m not a politician, I’m civic-minded and I’m more than willing to facilitate forming a team and go from there,” said Thibeau. “I would really have to dig down deep to consider running. At this time, absolutely not.” City administrator Patti Ferguson said water meters have been part of Armstrong’s official community plan language since 1996, and have been part of five-year financial plans since 2005, before the make-up of the current council. “In that plan, 2010 became the out-year on the 2005 plan, and there is a line that says ‘residential water metering 2010,’ so we’ve been planning,” said Ferguson. “This is not a spur-of-the-moment,
off-the-cuff decision made by this particular council. It’s part of a very carefully managed water plan.” Ferguson said that carefully managed plan has allowed for growth in the city. Armstrong Mayor Chris Pieper is aware of Thibeau’s latest petition campaign. Pieper said he has never met or spoken to Thibeau, and stated Thibeau has a right to exercise freedom of speech. However, Pieper said some of the information in the brochure is inaccurate. “I’m aware of his concern over water meters, however he has stated it’s a tax grab, expensive and a total waste of money,” said Pieper. “If we are successful in obtaining a grant for installation of
meters, it will not personally cost residents any additional money.” Pieper said the plan of installing water meters for Armstrong homes is a beneficial one. “Our goal is to save taxpayers money, and conserve water and charge high users accordingly,” said the mayor. Armstrong residents currently pay $255 per year for water, and all Armstrong business and commercial property owners are on meters and pay according to usage. Pieper said he will be sending a formal letter to Thibeau, inviting him to to sit down for a meeting on the matter with council. Ferguson said Armstrong is the only community in the North Okanagan
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s the sun shines down on our Victoria Day weekend, at least the first half, it seems like a good a time as any to take a look at how much difference a year makes as we quaff a beverage or two and barbecue a smokie or three to mark the unofficial kickoff of the Canadian summer.... .....and in 2011 this weekend will double as the kick off for spring as well as the cold, wet weather was beginning to get on everyone’s nerves. However, remember last year at this time when local authorities were threatening to turn the taps off on pool owners due to a perceived lack of water at the source. Glenn Mitchell It turned out to be a whole lot of sound and fury about not much and was eventually called off but it had some people scrambling to fill their pools while other jealous neighbours were half-jokingly threatening to turn in their former friends if they heard the hose on in the middle of the night. Ah, good times. Well, now that same water is in great supply, thanks to aforementioned crappy spring and snowy winter (but it still costs even more to the average homeowner this year) and we’re concerned about flooding and the availability of sandbags instead of onerous water restrictions and the possibility of a catastrophic forest fire season. Now these days all of this is fodder for musings on our weather, it’s either ammunition for global warming or it’s proof positive for a looming ice age, consult your favourite conspiracy website for further information that favours your cause. In reality it’s likely just the varying degree of weather in this region and part of what makes life interesting and wonderful at the same time. What? That’s crazy talk, whatcha talking about, we’re all doomed, we need to do something about it, sign up here....... ......speaking of the coming apocalypse, it was supposed to be yesterday so if you’re reading this, phew, we dodged another doomsday bullet. Just another reason to get out there and enjoy this beautiful long weekend in the greatest country
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The Conservatives now have a majority government, and Prime Minister Stephen Harper has promised that Senate reform will be on the government’s agenda over the next four years. If that’s the case, why did Harper appoint three defeated Conservative candidates to the Senate on Wednesday? Changing how the Senate is chosen would require a constitutional amendment. Given that no federal government wants to reopen the constitution, particularly with Quebec separatists in high gear for the next provincial election, it is highly unlikely that any constitutional discussion on the Senate will take place over the next four years. However, Harper has also suggested that the Senate could be gradually changed, with provinces holding elections for vacant Senate seats. He would then appoint those elected individuals to the Senate. He has also asked his appointed senators to serve for eight-year terms. He needs to explain in more detail why he found it necessary to appoint three defeated Conservatives to the Senate. Two of them resigned their Senate seats to run in the recent election. All three are from eastern provinces — Quebec and Newfoundland. If Harper has no plans for Senate reform, it is highly unlikely that any future prime minister will be willing to take this issue on. If no government is willing to do so, it is time that the Senate was abolished. It serves little real purpose at present, and is an anachronism at a time when democracy is seen by many around the world as something to strive for — even at the cost of death. Harper must tell the Canadian public why he appointed these three individuals to the Senate just weeks after their defeat, and explain his plans for Senate reform in detail. ---Langley Times
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n response to the article in The Morning Star, where the NORD board states that the heavy water user will pay more for their water, they are not telling the whole truth. The heavy water users are the farmers and most of them are hobby farmers. The farmers use 75 per cent of our water and pay 0.04/m3, while we, the normal household users, use 25 per cent of the water and pay 0.92. m3. The cost to produce the water is 0.56/m3. When Vernon and District Irrigation came to be, it was installed for the farms in the area at the time. These farms were very large and the farmers depended on the farms for their livelihood. They needed the water and everyone benefited from the farms in the area. Today it is different. Most of the farms in the area are hobby farms, they get a deduction on their property taxes, some of them can write off their expenses on their income tax, some of them don't pay HST on their equipment (shovels, irrigation supplies, etc.) and they pay .04 per cubic metre for water. I think, as most of the farmers in our area do not make a living off their farms, they should be paying a fair price for the water they use. Even, if they were paying the cost of producing the water,
USE LIBRARY SPACE I was dismayed to learn that the City of Vernon is planning on using the library building for more city offices. I understand that when these award-winning buildings were constructed they were designated as public buildings to be used for public activities. I would like to see the library building be used by Greater Vernon Museum and Archives as it will probably never get a purpose-built place. Why not take this opportunity to expand before it's too late? Perhaps the museum director's office and the museum registrar's office can be moved here. Artifact storage, workshop and conservation areas could be here. The education director and school programs could operate out of here. There could be classrooms and meeting rooms and there is an existing area that can be accessed for public programming and lectures and seminars without having to open the entire building. The vacated areas in the current building can be repurposed to allow more exhibit and archives research space. There would be no need to physically connect the two buildings because of the separation of uses. Each building is already accessible for the disabled and has public washrooms. If the City of Vernon is using some of the space for offices, perhaps those offices can be the Vernon Tourism Advisory Committee office? Or space for the Heritage Advisory Committee?
which is approximately 0.56/m3. We are looking at a 21 per cent increase in our water rate while the farmers are looking at a five per cent increase in their water. How is this fair? If, as Mr. McNabb said, the people who use the most water should pay the most for their water, then why are the farmers getting off with only a five per cent increase? This means that their water bill will go from 0.04/m3 while ours will go from 0.92/m3 to as much as 1.24/m3. If you want to put it in its proper perspective, my hobby is gardening. My gardening provides as much benefit to Vernon and district as most Our Greater Vernon Museum and especially our archives are valuable and respected public resources. I would like to ask the mayors, councilors and directors of the City of Vernon, the District of Coldstream and Regional District of the North Okanagan, as our public representatives, to make the commitment to turn the old library space into a new and improved heritage space — before it's too late. Judy Turner HST STATUS The B.C. Liberal Party has announced that the HST issue will be resolved by a mail-in vote. Although the exact wording of the question has not been published I believe it will be something like: Choose one of the two following options. One : I am in favour of retaining the HST on goods and service or Two: I am in favour of GST and PST on goods and services. What is bothersome is that if we choose the HST option then we are going to continue to pay tax on the goods and services that were exempt from PST taxes prior to implementation of the HST. For example; veterinarian bills were charged GST but not PST prior to the HST. This is true of several other items. If we choose to elect GST and PST taxes on goods and services, does that mean that items that were previously exempt from the PST revert back to their previous status? I believe we need some clarification
the hobby farms do and we paid 0.92/m3 to 1.10/m3 last year for water, not the 0.04/m3 the farms did. We get no deduction for my hobby of gardening. We support the gardening centres of Vernon and area in a very large way. The only deduction on our property taxes is the homeowners and seniors grant (my husband is over 65). Because my hobby is gardening and we don't live on an acreage, why do we pay more for water fro my hobby than the guy across the street or down the road? If it is to be fair and the people who use the most water pay the most, then make it fair for everyone. Make the hobby farmer pay as we do, or at least half of what we do. How can increasing their bill by five per cent or 0.01/m3 and ours by 21 per cent or 0.30/m3 seem right? I think all the farmers who don't make a living off the land should pay for their water like the other 75 per cent of the people do. Now I hear that IHA wants a better filtration system for our water. We spent how many millions of dollars last year on our water and it's only nice to look at and not 100 per cent safe to drink. Whose interest are they really looking after? Cheryl Gareb prior to the mail-in vote. Allan Hooper ENOUGH ALREADY The teachers federation is forever whining about inadequate funding for schools. Do they seriously think they are the only ones suffering funding cutbacks? Times are hard and money is in short supply but they are at it again - this time demanding another hefty pay hike when they already get darn good salaries, with the possible exception of those at the lowest end of the scale. They have one of the best pension plans in the country, get darn good holidays, and "study days." It's time they faced up to reality of the times and that they are no more entitled to special consideration than any other worthy organization dependent on government funding. The schools would have a good bit more funding if such a large proportion of the cash didn't disappear into teachers already good salaries. It's time parents took a stand on the matter and took a close look at the situation. There is only so much money to go around at present so where do the teachers think it's going to come from? They threaten to strike if they don't get what they want and if they do, the government should legislate them back to work. Enough is enough. K.R. Tyler
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An initiative wanting to conserve biodiversity may tap into public funding. North Okanagan Regional District staff have been instructed to consider possible sources for $20,000 for a biodiversity conservation strategy. “This is a tremendous opportunity to help us with implementation of our regional growth strategy,” said director Buffy Baumbrough. The two-year grant has been requested by the Okanagan Collaborative
“This is a tremendous opportunity...” — Baumbrough Conservation Program. “The mission of the biodiversity conservation strategy is to identify regionally and locally significant natural areas within the North Okanagan and establish a process for decision-makers to work together to enhance and preserve the natural legacy of this region,” said
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A proposed development in rural Enderby may not proceed if there isn’t sufficient water supply. The North Okanagan Regional District board wants a hydrological study done first before it will further consider residential rezoning on Hadow Road. “The water problem there is a big issue,” said Herman Halvorson, director for the Grandview Bench area. “There is a demand on the water source.” During a public hearing, adjacent property owners expressed concern that more country residential lots could deplete the aquifer. “There is a tenuous nature of the water at Grandview Bench,” said Simon Lewin. “Our water might be affected.” There was a similar concern from Tom Emerson. “We have 1.65 gallons per minute (from his well) and that’s not a lot. If people drill a well, we could be in deep trouble,” he said, adding that existing residents have had to truck in water to meet their needs. “It’s not that we don’t want development at
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Mayors unified on transit review “We don’t agree with where they want to go.” — Wayne Lippert Lippert, Vernon mayor. “But we don’t agree with where they want to go. They have talked about a commission or a TransLink model but there could be cost downloading on to resi-
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Hall settling into NORD RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
The North Okanagan Regional District’s new administrator is getting acquainted with his duties. Trafford Hall attended his first board meeting Wednesday. “I have been here for two-anda-half weeks and it’s been a busy time,” he said of getting to know staff, elected officials and the Trafford Hall communities served by NORD. He anticipates that some operational changes may eventually occur. “I am looking at how we do business and where the work is going,” he said. “There may be some things I can make recommendations on to advance the interest of taxpayers.” Hall is the former longtime administrator in Kitimat and he replaces Greg Betts, who has retired from NORD. Cattle Fence Approved Steps are being taken to protect the watershed at Silver Star. The North Okanagan Regional District board has approved spending $12,000 to install a fence to keep cattle
out of the open water reservoir zones of the Silver Star utility. “Maintenance of the fence will be the responsibility of the people who have grazing rights up there,” said Arnold Badke, engineering general manager. It’s also expected that residents will monitor the situation. “Silver Star (resort) has personnel who will ensure the fence is in tact because they don’t want cattle in the watershed,” said director Mike Macnabb. The $12,000 is coming from gas tax revenue — $6,000 each from BX-Silver Star and rural Lumby. Free Transit Hits The Road The North Okanagan Regional District will provide free transit during Clean Air Day June 8. “During the week of June 5 to 10, there is also a national commuter challenge to encourage people to use modes of transportation other than single-occupant vehicles,” said Nicole Kohnert, engineering services manager. NORD and municipal staff are working together to promote activities, including a breakfast for commuters at the downtown Vernon transit terminus June 8. The loss of revenue from free transit will be less than $250.
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Salaries exceed $1 million ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
The Township of Spallumcheen paid out more than a million dollars to its elected officials and employees in 2010. Council voted unanimously in favour of receiving chief financial officer Brian FreemanMarsh’s council and employee remuneration and expenses report, which also included a schedule of suppliers and goods and services expenses. Councillors Todd York and Andrew Casson were absent from the vote. Mayor Will Hansma collected nearly $22,000 in salary which included an allowance of $18,378 and a $426 HST rebate. Hansma also claimed $4,031.83 in travel and conference expenses. Couns. York, Casson, Dave Brew, Janice Brown, Christine Fraser and Ralph Leyenhorst each made $9,189 and $213 from the HST rebate. Brew topped the travel expense list, claiming $5,131.43. All of council’s trips to conferences or meetings are approved as a group. “I get a lot of benefit out of travelling to these meetings,” said Brew, who is retired. “I’m available more than other people on council. I have time to go to them. Everything I go to is very beneficial.” Leyenhorst and York were the only councillors to submit expenses under $1,000. In fact, both were under $500 for expenses with Leyenhorst submitting only $304.84 in receipts. “I haven’t gone to any meetings out of town,
“I’m all for trying to keep costs down.” — Ralph Leyenhorst and if they’re in town, I don’t submit any expenses,” said Leyenhorst. “I don’t travel because the meetings usually conflict with my work schedule. I’m all for trying to keep our costs down.” The township paid out more than $1 million to its other employees, including $427,000 to five employees who make more than $75,000. Topping the list is administrator Lynda Shykora, who made $99,350.33 in 2010. Freeman-Marsh collected more than $81,400, and public works foreman Dwayne Sintich pocketed $80,581.38. Fire inspector Alastair Crick made $77,373. Spallumcheen also paid out more than $88,000 in salary and severance to former public works manager John Pardell. The rest of the township’s employees, collectively, made just shy of $700,000. The township spent more than $8 million to suppliers of goods or services, including $1.7 million to CGL Contracting for the work done on Otter Lake Cross Road, and $1.5 million to the ministry of finance for school taxes.
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Increased funding for Okanagan Symphony has hit a sour note with one politician. Mike Gavinchuk, BX-Swan Lake director, has voted against the North Okanagan Regional District increasing its annual financial contribution to the symphony. “An organization of that stature should look after its own affairs,” he said, adding that NORD needs to be more responsible with taxpayers’ money. “Most people in Vernon don’t even go to it. Why should we as taxpayers pay for it?” The change in the tax requisition limit from function participants allows for a $9,000 grant, up from $6,000.
The increased amount will take place in 2012 as the regional district has completed its budget for 2011. “We need to look after arts and culture in the community,” said Wayne Lippert, Vernon director. “We want to keep organizations like that alive for the enjoyment of residents and people who visit the community.” The symphony asked late last year for increased funding to help cover its annual operating costs. The participating jurisdictions in the NORD function are Vernon, Coldstream, BX-Swan Lake, BX-Silver Star, rural Lumby and rural Enderby. “The symphony is an important part of our cultural well-being,” said Rick Fairbairn,
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The North Okanagan has some of the worst roads in B.C. Through BCAA’s Worst Roads survey, three North Okanagan roads currently sit in the top seven. Mabel Lake Road in Enderby holds the No. 2 spot with 336 votes, Vernon’s Silver Star Road is in fifth with 90 votes and Westside Road is No. 7 with 75 votes. The survey, which runs until Tuesday, is available at www.bcaa. com/worstroads or by completing a ballot at any BCAA location. Once all votes are in, a list of the top 20 worst roads in B.C. will be shared with municipalities and the provincial Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to ensure they are aware of drivers’ concerns. To date, more than 3,500 British Columbians have cast their vote and 431 roads have been nominated for the title of B.C.’s ‘worst road’. “This campaign provides a platform for British Columbians to voice their concerns about deteriorating, unsafe or inefficient roads in their communities,” said BCAA
president and CEO Tim Condon. “The tremendous response from BCAA members and other drivers is an indication that many roads across the province may have been overlooked for maintenance and are in desperate need of repair or redesign. “Poor road conditions affect us all through increased vehicle repair costs, wasted time spent in congestion or by creating unsafe conditions for drivers, cyclists and other road users,” said Condon. “BCAA encourages all B.C. drivers to nominate a ‘worst road’ and help us advocate for better, safer roads.” In Ontario, where CAA has been running
a Worst Roads campaign since 2003, over 90 per cent of the Top 20 Worst Roads have either been fixed or slated for repairs in the near future. “It’s important to note that the Worst Roads campaign is not intended to be a criticism of the state of B.C.’s roads generally,” said Trace Acres, BCAA director of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. “We recognize that a great deal of road work is being done throughout the province. This campaign will shine a light on those roads that may have been overlooked, or help municipalities and the province prioritize future road improvements.”
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Expansion of the existing Mid Tee building to house new UV disinfection equipment; Site preparation, structural, architectural, mechanical, process piping, HVAC, electrical and instrumentation work to deliver a complete job; Civil works around expanded building and staging works in order to maintain water supply at all times to Silver Star Mountain during construction; Relocation of the existing booster pump within the station that conveys water from the groundwater wells to Paradise Reservoir; Relocation of chlorination system from existing building to new chlorination room; Commissioning of the Mid Tee station including training of the operators of the new system components; Decommissioning and removal of all existing process piping within process equipment room of Mid Tee building.
To obtain documents, a payment of $25.00 to the RDNO is required. A mandatory site meeting will take place on June 1, 2011 at 2pm. For more information, please visit www.bcbid.ca or contact Rod Pleasance, P.Eng. Project Engineer at 250-550-3796.
Wednesday, June 8- Clean Air Day Thursday, June 9- Free Styrofoam Round Up Friday, June 10 – Local Food Day For more information on each event go online to www.rdno.ca or www.vernon.ca. Environment Week will end with a Xerindipity Garden Workshop on Saturday, June 11 from 1-2 pm. The second, free garden workshop of the season will focus on the basics of Permaculture. Join the Element Eco-Design team and learn more about a “systems based” approach to realize efficiencies in your yard relating to energy capture, water use and waste management. Registration is not required for the workshop. For more information about Permaculture, go online to www.elementecodesign. com and for more information about Xerindipity Workshops contact the RDNO at 250-550-3700.
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The City of Vernon will be starting construction of a new sewer trunk main on Tronson Road starting the week of May 24, 2011. The proposed work area is shown above and includes Tronson Road (Palmer to Okanagan Landing Road) and Okanagan Landing Road (Willow Park to Scott Road). Tronson Road will be closed to through traffic for the duration of construction. Local and business access will still be possible via Okanagan Landing Road or Lakeshore Road (detour). Detour routes will be posted. Okanagan Landing Road will be reduced to single lane alternating traffic during construction between Tronson and Scott Road. Delays may occur periodically to ensure public safety. Local and business access to all properties will be maintained during construction. Emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times. For further details regarding this project please contact Focus Corporation at 250-980-5502.
ADVISORY PLANNING BOARD - REQUEST TO FILL THREE (3) VACANCIES The Council of the Corporation of the City of Vernon is seeking to fill three (3) vacancies on the Advisory Planning Board. The Board’s purpose is to provide City Council with advice and recommendations on proposed land use and planning changes, and related matters. The Advisory Planning Board meets every two weeks on Tuesday following Council’s Regular Meeting. The membership term runs concurrently with Council’s term, therefore the term of this vacancy will expire February 1, 2012. If you are interested in serving the community on this committee, you may pick up a copy of the Terms of Reference and a volunteer application form at Reception at City Hall or visit our website at www.vernon.ca/committees. Applications will be accepted at City Hall no later than Friday, June 3, 2011.
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Planning and development issues are on the menu. The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual mayors and planners breakfast Thursday at the Village Green Hotel. “Businesses have this once a year opportunity to hear from, and speak to, the three levels of civic government in one meeting
room,” said Deb Leroux, chamber president. Speaking at the breakfast will be Vernon Mayor Wayne Lippert, Coldstream Mayor Jim Garlick, Vernon’s economic development officer Kevin Poole, Coldstream’s director of development services Craig Broderick and Anthony Kittel, the North Okanagan Regional District’s regional growth strategy co-ordinator.
“Greater Vernon’s business community looks forward to learning more about the strategic direction for economic development in the region,” said Leroux. The event runs from 7:15 to 9 a.m., and the cost is $25 for chamber members and $35 for non-members. Register in advance by contacting 250-545-0771 or go to www. vernonchamber.ca.
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North Okanagan companies have an opportunity to learn about global marketing. Representatives from B.C. International Trade and Investment will be in Vernon Wednesday. “This is truly a great opportunity for companies that are looking to connect with on-theground staff representing the province in Asia, Europe and the U.S.,” said Kevin Poole, the City of Vernon’s economic development manager. One of the primary roles of the international trade representatives is to provide assistance to B.C. companies that are looking to export products into foreign markets. “With offices in China, Japan, Korea, India, the U.S. and Europe, they can provide you with in-market intelligence to assist in your efforts,” said Poole. “There will also be representation from the federal Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade for those looking to learn how to connect into the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service with more than 150 locations worldwide.” The local event will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Tolko Industries on 30th Avenue. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
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Canada’s role in the rebuilding of Holland, in the months that followed, further raised this country’s profile. In Veendam, for example, Okanagan soldiers stayed for nine months after the war ended, helping to rebuild the community and their
time there is honoured year after year through various community bonds that have been built over time. “For Canadians, it’s a chapter,” said Lenus Baauw, recognizing that the memories of the time aren’t kept in the same way for Canadians.
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KAMLOOPS – The basketball pipeline between Vernon and the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack has been a rich one over the years. Again in 2011-12, the WolfPack have gone to the North Okanagan community to get a player. Earlier this season, Scott Clark secured the services of 6-foot-8 Will Ondrik for the men’s team. Now, Scott Reeves has gone to Vernon to get a commitment from 17-yearold wing Britney Walton of the VSS Panthers for the coming season. “Britney is a hard worker that won’t shy away from working on her weaknesses,” said Reeves. “She understands the commitment to play at the CIS (Canadian Interuniversity Sport) level and will work diligently on her skill set to help our team.” Walton averaged 19 points a game, with six rebounds, three steals and two assists per game with the Panthers, who finished fourth at the 2011 BCAA Championships in Kamloops. “My biggest strengths are that I am versatile,” she said. “I rebound the ball well and shoot threes with accuracy.” Bobby Mitchell has known Walton since Grade 8, and coached her the last three years in senior and club basketball in Vernon. “She initially started as a post but her ability to shoot and play from the outside had me move her to wing,” said Mitchell. “Britney is very versatile and is able to play in a number of different situations.” Walton plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in either social work or education. She was looking at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, Camosun College in Victoria and UNBC in Prince George before deciding on TRU. “I chose TRU because I felt it would be a good fit in many aspects,” she said. “TRU
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Britney Walton of the Vernon Panthers drives to the hoop in senior girls basketball action against the Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops. Walton recently signed wit the Thompson Rivers WolfPack. is such a great school and I’ve heard a lot of good things about it. Their basketball program is constantly improving and I am so happy that I can attain a university degree while playing CIS basketball. It doesn’t get
much better than that. “Also, by being close to home, my family will be able to come watch some games and that would be awesome. I believe that by playing for the WolfPack, Scott and the rest
of the coaching staff will help mould me into the best possible basketball player I can be.” Walton becomes the fourth player from Vernon to suit up for the WolfPack women’s program in the last five years, following in the footsteps of Kayla Forsyth, Diane Schuetze and Karalyn Forsyth. All three are Panther alumni. Mitchell has coached all four of the Vernon-TRU players during his seven-year coaching stint with the Panthers. “They were all good players, but I would have to say that Britney’s great work ethic and athletic ability put her ahead in development. In her senior year, she was called upon to do things that the others weren’t. Kayla, Diane and Karalyn were all strictly post players.” Added Reeves: “Britney can finish inside and is developing her outside shooting to three point range. She will complement our forwards very well. She can rebound and guard bigger players if called to.” Walton becomes the fourth high school prospect signed by Reeves for next season. The others are Taiysa Worsfold (Sa-Hali Sabres, Kamloops), Dana Clarkson (Vanderhoof) and Jade MontgomeryWaardenburg (Kelowna). Walton is very appreciative of the work of her previous coaches to get her to the place she is today. “I want to thank all of them (Mike Bertram (Grade 8), Dave Tetrault (junior), Bobby Mitchell and Lonnie Mazaruk for their continuous support and for believing in the potential that they saw in me. Each of them taught me so much about the game, pushed me harder than ever, and showed me that I can achieve my dreams. Without them, there is no way I’d be the basketball player, or person, that I am today.” She also gave a huge shout out to her mom and grandmother for their support.
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A pair of Vernon high school golf teams have qualified for provincial tournaments. The Seaton Sonics finished second in the North Zone playoffs last week in Salmon Arm to advance to the B.C. championships, May 29-31, in Radium. The Sonics, coached by Ralph Stevens, placed third at the Valley playoffs Tuesday at Talking Rock Golf Resort near Chase. The first-place Summerland Rockets and runner-up Oliver Hornets also gained provincial berths. Under cool and damp conditions, the Sonics played steady, consistent golf scoring a team total of 340. The top four scores
of the five-member team counted for the team total. Seaton consisted of Conner Kozak, who shot an 81, Matt McEachran-Law at 84, Brad Phillips at 86, Christian Lacasse 89 and Anthony Peterson 90.The team of Phillips, McEachranLaw, Petersen, Austin McBeth and Lacasse finished second behind the Kalamalka Lakers in the North Zone playoffs the week before in Salmon Arm. The VSS Panthers qualified for the AAA provincials, May 31-June 1 at the Dunes in Kamloops, hosted by the South Kam Titans. Rick Spiller’s crew was second at the Valley playoffs at Talking Rock and won the North Zones in Salmon Arm.
“This is the first time VSS has managed to get past the very large high schools in Kelowna and Kamloops in 12 years, since the Chris Baryla-Myles Johnson years,” said Spiller. “The Panthers – in their pink golf shirts – were a standout and the boys played well on a tough course which saw numerous students post high scores. A bear even stopped play for awhile.” Brady Stead shot 74 at the Valleys, while Randy Todosychuk carded a 77, Brett Reeves 82, Jacob Dolinar 87 and Danny Todosychuk 88 for a team total (best four) of 320. The Mt. Boucherie Bears of West Kelowna claimed the Valley crown at 316. South Kam was third at 323.
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hey swapped stories, got in some good jabs and played an enthusiastic scrimmage out at Nor-Val Sports Centre in Armstrong. And the highlight for the Lotus Gardens men’s hockey team was seeing their loveable 80-something longtime sponsor Harry Low handle the official ceremonial opening face-off. “Harry sponsored the team for 22 years, in the White Valley League, the Sportsmans League and the Oldtimers League,” said (Medicinal) Moe Irving. “Harry’s father opened the Lotus Gardens Restaurant in 1947. Later, Harry arrived from China in 1953, and in 1960, Harry and his wife, Chui Ha, took over the resKevin Mitchell taurant and operated a very popular and successful family business until their retirement in 1991.” Irving said Low’s generosity and hospitality over the years will never be forgotten by the players, who range from the BCJHL Vernon Essos rock-solid defenceman Bob Mayer, high-scoring forwards Bob Stein and Tom Williamson of the Vernon Blades, and all-star goalie Ed Forslund of the BCJHL Victoria Cougars. Throw in smooth d-man Bernie Smithson, whose son Jerred just finished a stellar playoff run with the Nashville Predators, and Lotus Gardens had a pretty talented roster. That they are all still healthy, functioning men in their late 50s and early 60s must stem from all those post-game meals at Lotus Gardens, once a thriving eatery in the heart of old Chinatown.
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Pembroke overdoes RBC celebration Pembroke is a pretty forestry city of 23,000 nestled on the shores of the Ottawa River in the heart of the Ottawa Valley. Their junior A hockey team, known as the Lumber Kings, shut out the Vipers 2-0 in the Royal Bank Cup two weeks ago, and all of a sudden they’re calling themselves Hockey Town Canada. Hmm, let’s see. The Vipers have been to nine national championships and won six, yet Vernon doesn’t claim to be anything except a winning hockey town. Pembroke has played in five national tournaments and this was their first title. Hardly reason enough for their mayor, Ed Jacyno, to change his
voicemail to say callers had reached “The mayor of Hockey Town Canada and the proud mayor of the RBC Cup champion Pembroke Lumber Kings, the best in Canada.” Perhaps they should wait until they win two or three, or at least a Kraft Hockeyville smorg before boasting of such a thing.
Clippers sign Dahlen, Holliday A pair of North Okanagan products have signed with the BCHL Nanaimo Clippers for next season. Vernon’s Colton Dahlen, a defenceman with the Revelstoke Grizzlies, and forward Shawn Holliday of Armstrong, will be moving to the Island hub. Said Revelstoke Grizzlies coach Rylan Ferster on Dahlen, on the BCHL website: “He can make the transition fine; he’s a smart player, he skates well and makes a good first pass.” The 5-foot-9, 160-pound Dahlen had 21 points in 41 games with junior B Revelstoke last year. Holliday spent the last two seasons with the junior B North Okanagan Knights, and had been sought after by ex-Viper coach Mike Vandekamp of the Grand Prairie Storm, now head coach in Nanaimo. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound Holliday had 23 goals and 54 assists. The Clippers also inked 5-foot-10, 175-pound Jared Chinn, 18, from the Carolina Junior Hurricanes.
Special Olympics auction items impressive Hockey celebrities Tom Renney (Edmonton Oilers coach), Barry Trotz (Nashville coach), Howie Meeker (retired NHLer and TV analyst) and Ernie Gare Jr. (New York Ranger scout) are the guest speakers at the Special Olympics sports banquet, Friday, June 17 at Temptasian Restaurant. Tickets are $50 a person with special corporate table rates. Some of the more exciting live and silent auction items include Canuck jerseys autographed by Henrik Sedin and Roberto Luongo, a Ranger sweater signed by Henrik Lundquist and Nashville duds inked by Shea Weber, Cody Franson and Jordon Tootoo. For us Oiler fans, there will be two jerseys autographed by Taylor Hall up for bid. There are loads of hotel packages and you don’t have to be at the banquet or weekend charity golf tournament to make a bid. You can simply visit: vernongolfspectacular.com.
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Vernon Kal Tire clipped the Kelowna Kickers 2-1 in Okanagan Oldtimers 50+ Soccer League action Thursday at Marshall Field #3. Striker Kevin Mitchell subbed in for all-star Jenne Huberts, and with one minute remaining, booted in the winner on a wild scramble in front of keeper Marty Vincze. Ted Sheehan had used his chest to cross the ball in front after a free kick from 20 yards out. Two defenders, Vincze and Mitchell, chased the spinning ball on the goal-line for about 10 seconds. The 5-1 Stars took an early lead when midfielder Denis Chabot picked off an errant pass and fooled Vincze with a slow-rolling kick from 18 yards out. Kelowna equalized midway through the second half when Greg Kilmartin took advantage of a mix-up between Vernon keeper Gord Campbell and defender Rob Parkin. The Vernon Stars bowed 1-0 to Penticton United at Reiswig Park in Lake Country. The Stars dipped to 4-2.
University. During that span, Eagle teams posted a 262-196 record for a .572 winning percentage. He took a sabbatical from EWU to assist the late Ralph Miller at Oregon State University from 1982-83, then returned to EWU to lead the Eagles from the NAIA into the NCAA Division 1 ranks. Prior to becoming head coach at EWU, Krause had been an assistant at Northern Colorado for three years, and also had stints at Berthoud High in Loveland, Colo. and Adair-Casey Community High in Iowa. Krause was a long-standing member of the NCAA Rules committee, was on the board of directors of the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) and served on the selection committee of the National Basketball Hall of Fame. Krause has authored 30 books on coaching basketball, produced 40 instructional videos and serves as a consultant to many athletic organizations. Added Olson: “This is the best fundamentals camp in B.C. Hoops and Hustle is known for making its participants better players by developing a solid base of fundamentals from our outstanding coaching staff.”
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Sports SPORTS BRIEFS Shamrocks slip in third The Armstrong Shamrocks battled hard for 40 minutes but suffered another third-period letdown in an 11-9 loss to the Kelowna Raiders in Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League play Thursday night at Nor-Val Sports Centre. Kelowna opened the scoring on the powerplay, but the Shamrocks replied with four straight goals. Brett Hawrys and Nathan Marcetta, both on hard outside shots, Willy Hanley, on the powerplay, and Daniel Peterson, splitting the defence on a tremendous solo effort, helped give Armstrong a 4-3 lead after 20 minutes. Kelowna, who had eight powerplay goals on the night, rattled off three unanswered goals before Owen Barker pulled the Rocks within a goal. The Raiders restored their two-goal lead, but after an Armstrong timeout, Cullen Rowen ripped a low shot on a well-executed play to tie the game 7-7 after two periods. Penalty troubles killed the Shamrocks in the third as the Raiders capitalized several times with the man advantage to go ahead by three goals. Armstrong scored twice in a comeback attempt, but could not overcome the difference.
Panthers caught in a Storm The Kal Tire Storm stopped the Anchor Inn Panthers 15-11 in Pee Wee baseball action Thursday night at Creekside Park. The Storm, who got great late-inning work from pitcher Aaron Fairbairn, beat the Panthers for the first time this season in a game where the lead changed hands four times. The umpires were kept busy with several close plays at home and third base. Fairbairn came in to finish the game and threw exceptionally hard pitches, mixed in with offspeed stuff that kept the Panthers guessing. That was until Jessie Helmle came to the plate in the top of the fifth and took a Fairbairn pitch over the fence in left center field for a solo shot. Fairbairn managed to shake off the big hit and retire the last two batters on strikes. In Mosquito play at Lakeview Park, the Global West Mortgage Red Sox took a 15-11 victory over the Sun Dial Lighting Gladiators. It was a strong second inning for both teams as Christopher McIntosh hit an RBI double for the Red Sox, while Caden Doyle slammed a three-run homer to right centre field for the Gladiators. McIntosh pitched a strong fourth inning for the Red Sox with two strikeouts and leaving two runners on bases. Austin Fairbairn also pitched a solid fourth for the Gladiators with two strikeouts.
Heat cook up win The Vernon Heat, sponsored by Royal Canadian Legion #25, bounced the Kelowna Bruisers 12-8 in Bantam girls fastball action at High Noon Field in Kelowna. Shelby Munk pitched the game and smacked a run-scoring triple for Vernon, who got three hits, two RBI and two runs from Mazie Wilson. Dayna Hanley stroked two hits, including a runscoring double to center field. Allie Crandlemire supplied two hits, one RBI and two runs, while Brianna Leon knocked in one run and scored once. Dallyce Edwards, and Danica Jensen also scored for the Heat, who are coached by Mario Richard.
Quotable... “I thought we were pretty disciplined. So if I were to comment on what I think of the penalties, I’d get a pretty big fine. So I’m going to save my money.” – Vancouver Canucks’ head coach Alain Vigneault on the wave of penalties called against his team in a 4-3 loss to the San Jose Sharks in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals Friday night.
Maroons win title by default Panthers pounce on Merritt Morning Star Staff
The Fulton Maroons won the Okanagan Valley Senior AA Boys Rugby Union title in bizarre fashion Thursday afternoon at Grahame Park. Dalton Anderson scored a try and the Maroons were lining up to attempt a conversion when Kalamalka Laker coach Ian Busfield walked onto the field and called his team off after a series of penalties and injuries. Referee Wes Fitzsimmons of Vernon ruled the game a 7-0 forfeit for the Maroons. “It was definitely not how our team wanted to win the valley championship,” said Fulton coach Rick Smith. “We had a number of tap penalties awarded to us as Kal was scrambling to prevent us from scoring. Eventually a yellow card was given to a Kal player for continuously ‘spoiling’ the ball illegally, especially after just being warned about it. He was sent to the sin bin.” Fulton pressured again right off the kickoff and had one player taken to hospital with a chest injury, and a Kal player was also hurt. “There was no hard feelings between the opposition players and me as we shook hands,” said Smith. Fulton, which repeats as Okanagan champions, are seeded fifth out of 16 in the provincials and will take on 12th-place Okanagan Mission Huskies (for the third time this season), Saturday in Kamloops. The remainder of the B.C. finals go June 1-4, in Abbotsford. Kal is seeded ninth and will play eighth-place Aldergrove Totems in their first-round match. The Maroons will hold a bottle drive today from 3-7 p.m. in the Landing area. Empties may be dropped off at Fulton during the
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Fulton Maroons' Dalton Anderson breaks a tackle from Kal Lakers' Landon Koenig and looks for a route up the field during the Okanagan senior AA boys rugby final Thursday at Grahame Park. same hours. In junior boys semifinal action Thursday, the VSS Panthers ambushed the Merritt Panthers 53-10. Colton Klein supplied four tries, while Jesse Hubner had two and singles came from Ryan Messer, Matt Forsyth and Wade Buller, who was 4-for-9 on conversions. Merritt’s bus was 15 minutes late so they only had a short warmup and VSS pounced on them, scoring early and often. “Our guys were relentless in their attack,” said VSS coach Tim Thorpe. “It was wave after wave of attack, bringing speed and tenacity which really wore the opposition down. Our backs had a great day running the ball as we wanted to get them the ball in time and space and stay away from their huge forward pack. This worked well, although I must say our forwards held their own against a much bigger Merritt squad.” VSS consistently beat Merritt to the ball and held a huge advantage with ball possession. “Speed definitely beat size today,” said Thorpe. “Today we came to play and we dominated a big team who haven’t lost all year. We’ll need to bring more of the same when we face a tough KSS (Kelowna Owls) team on Wednesday in the Valley final.”
On Klein, Thorpe said: “Colton Klein was a beast for us scoring four tries. When he gets the ball at speed he is very tough to take down. His size and speed are intimidating to wouldbe tacklers, especially when he starts running with those high knees. “Taylor McKnight also had a huge game for us at scrum-half. He had never played the position before in a game but did an excellent job of digging the ball out of the rucks and delivering it to our backs. He also had some long runs of his own which were impressive.” The junior Maroons watched their season end with a 36-7 loss to the Owls Thursday. “Obviously it was not the way we wanted to end our season but our kids fought hard all game. In the end, the score flatters them, but they were definitely the better side.” The Owls, who scored a couple of late tries to expand the score, used their advantage in manpower to swarm the Maroons in the second half. “They had 40 players, we had 18. In junior rugby, you can sub in as many players as you want, and eventually they wore us down with sheer numbers and substitutions.” The Maroons kept it close in the first half, holding their share of territorial possession to
trail 12-7 at the break. Flanker Lucas Hofer recorded Fulton’s lone try on a terrific solo effort. Scheller praised Tristan Rezanson for his consistent tackling, prop Vance Ford for his aggressive rucking, and standoff Sean Greene for his all-around effort. “It was a great season for us – North Zone
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The Vernon Silhouettes took top awards at the Jean Peters Provincial Synchronized Swim Meet last weekend in Nanaimo. Following the compulsory figure events, Kayley McNab placed second out of eight competitors in the Over 16 Novice category. In the 13-15 Novice division, Shelby Kerr placed ninth and Kadia McNichol was 48th out of 56 competitors. In the Under 12 category, Charlotte Barker ranked eighth, Julia Palfreyman tied for 16th, and Taylor Sexsmith placed 20th out of 51 swimmers. In Under 10 action, Josie Sexsmith collected gold and Emily Kineshanko struck silver. Every Vernon swimmer came home with awards in the routine event. McNab took gold in Over 16 Novice Solo, Barker, Palfreyman and Taylor Sexsmith brought home gold in Under 12 Trio. Josie Sexsmith and Kineshanko brought home gold in Under 10 Duet, and Shelby Kerr and McNichol pocketed sixth in 13-15 Novice Duet. Josie Sexsmith also swam a gold performance in Under 10 Solo, where Meighan Kerr delivered a fantastic performance as a preswimmer to Sunday’s events. Earlier, the in regional action in Kamloops, McNab placed first in the Over 16 Novice category. In 13-15 Novice action, Shelby Kerr placed first and McNichol placed third. In the Under 12 category,
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Vernon recreation centre pool to prepare for next season. They are hosting a Watershow Saturday, 4-5 p.m., at the rec centre pool where spectators are welcome to come watch the girls perform competitive routines and find out more about synchronized swimming. The Silhouettes are always on the lookout for newcomers. For more information, contact the rec center at 250-545-6035.
Rest days are required This the eighth in a series of training tips leading up to the Mr. T’s Kids of Steel & Sprint Triathlon Sunday, June 19 with proceeds going to the NOFYSS Mara House project. BRIAN TRAVELBEA For The Morning Star
What is a day off? Why do I need time off from training? Undoubtedly one of the hottest topics in my coaching world! Whatever your comfort level is regarding the days off, know that these days are some of the most important days of your training schedule. We all require time off to allow our bodies to heal and prepare for more training ahead. Think of it. If all you did was load, load, load, where is the time to allow your body to get fitter and faster? By loading up and resting, you become an intelligent athlete. Trust me on this. Had I not gone through this learning experience myself, I would not be so convinced. Athletes, for the most part, have a difficult time taking time off no matter how much they believe in the importance of it. Triathletes somehow convince themselves that one more workout won’t be harmful. This is what separates the intelligent from the could-be-intelligent triathlete. As I have mentioned already, it is during recovery time or days off that training gains occur and the body becomes stronger and fitter. Sometimes more than one day off is required depending on the previous workload. Sure signs of needing a day off include: irritability, restless sleep, loss of appetite and lack of motivation. So what exactly is a day off? Exactly that. Those two little words..... DAY OFF. No training, no little spins, runs or swims. Oddly enough, neither massage nor physiotherapy should be done on a day off.
Or if you need to, have it in the early morning. The day off is a good day, so enjoy it! Do not feel guilty! Recovery Week 16yrs - Adult: Swim: 1x week warm up 4 x 25m rest 15 sec/ea main set 8 x 100m rest 20 sec/ea 100m - cool down 4x25 (50m kick 25m back 25m breast 20 sec/ea). Brick: 1x week ride 45min steady, run 15 min. Run: 1x week 25min steady (10 min run, 1 min walk x2 is OK). 12-15yrs Swim: 1x week 4x25m rest 20 sec/ea - 3x150m steady rest 30 sec/ea 1x200m cool down 100m (50 kick 25breast 25 backstroke). Brick: 1x week ride 1hr (add hills -run 15 min steady). Run: 1x week 30 min as steady as possible. 8-11yrs: Swim: 1x week warm up 2x25m - free main set- 2x50m rest 20 sec/ea 2x75m rest 20 sec/ea cool down-kick 2x25m rest 20 sec/ea 2x25m 25 breast-25 back. Brick: ride 45 min steady (hills are good) run 10 min. Run: warm up easy run 5 min - 2x 1 lap of track rest, jog 100m - 1 x 2 laps of track keeping it steady - cool down 1 lap walk and run easy. 6-7yrs: Swim: 1x week warm up 2x25m kick rest 30sec/ ea 4x 1/2 pool (12m) free swim; swim under water and see if you can better last week’s distance (2x), swim 2 x 25m tread water if you have to. Brick: bike 15 min then run directly after 5 min (remember a short walk is OK). Run: warm up easy run 1 min walk 1 min x3 challenge yourself to run 2x Polson track non stop. Confidence: Keep going – you know you can make it!
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Regional Board of the Regional District of Central Okanagan will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons who deem their interest in property affected by the below-mentioned amendments to “Regional District of Central Okanagan Zoning Bylaw No. 871, 2000”. The Public Hearing shall take place on Monday, the 30th of May, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the Woodhaven Board Room at the Regional District of Central Okanagan, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, B.C. 1.
Bylaw No: Owners/Applicants: Legal Description: Location: Present Zoning: Requested Zoning: Purpose of the Bylaw in General Terms:
871-209 (Our File: Z11/01) William and Jennifer Spring Lot 8, District Lot 3688, ODYD, Plan 26101 Adjacent to Columbia Way R1 Single Detached Housing R1s Single Detached Housing (Secondary Suite) To amend the zoning on the property to permit a legal suite within the lower level of the existing single detached residence.
Copies of the bylaws, information, correspondence and reports may be inspected at the offices of the Development Services Department (Planning Counter) of the Regional District of Central Okanagan, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, B.C., (Phone 250-4696227) during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays), from the date of this notice up to and including the date of the Public Hearing. At the Public Hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaws. No representation will be received by the Regional Board after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Date: May 16, 2011 at Kelowna, B.C.
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NORTH OKANAGAN YOUTH SOCCER ROYAL LEPAGE U12/13 BOYS TEAM W Red 4 Green 2 Navy 2 White 1 Yellow 1 Sky 0 ROYAL LEPAGE U13 GIRLS Navy 3 Yellow 2 Sky 1 White 1 Red 0 SUBWAY U14/15 GIRLS Sky 2 Navy 2 Yellow 2 Green 2 White 1 Red 1 Orange 0 SUBWAY U14/15 BOYS Sky 2 Orange 2 White 2 Navy 1 Red 0 NOYSA U18 BOYS LEAGUE Interior Savings 3 Peter’s Tire 3 H&R Block 2 Baron Insurance 2 Nixon Wenger 1 Nokomis Landscaping 0 Interior Freight 0 NOYSA U18 GIRLS LEAGUE Nixon Wenger 3 Nokomis Landscaping 2 Interior Savings 2 H&L Glass Yellow 1 H&L Glass White 1 Caufield Engraving 0
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PRO RODEO – The 93rd Falkland Stampede, 2 p.m. SOCCER – The 32nd Vernon National Tournament, 58 teams, games all day @ Marshall Field and MacDonald Park.
MONDAY PRO RODEO – The 93rd Falkland Stampede, 1 p.m. SOCCER – The 32nd Vernon National Tournament, 58 teams, women’s 35+ final, 10:30 a.m., men’s 35 final, noon, both @ MacDonald Park. Men’s 40+ final, noon, MacDonald; women’s 40+ final, 10:30 a.m., Marshall #5.
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MEN’S SOCCER NORTH OKANAGAN MEN’S LEAGUE TEAM W L T PTS GF GA North Enderby Timber 5 0 0 15 21 7 Davidson Dynamite 2 0 2 8 9 4 Salmon Arm Courvas 2 1 1 7 9 6 Concept Physio 2 2 0 6 11 8 Salmon Arm NOD Eagle Homes 2 2 0 6 7 8 Monashee Surveying 1 2 1 4 5 7 Turn-Key Controls 0 2 1 1 3 8 Revelstoke Stallions 0 1 1 1 1 3 Salmon Arm Outlaws 0 4 0 0 0 15 OKANAGAN OLDTIMERS 35+ LEAGUE Peoples Insulation 5 0 1 16 22 7 LCSC Variform 4 1 1 13 15 8 Pinnacles FC Masters 4 1 0 12 23 6 Vernon Sq. Liquor Store Camels 4 1 0 12 17 6 Vernon Toyota 4 2 0 12 8 6 Sirius FC 3 3 0 9 18 13 Fountain Tire 2 3 0 6 14 16 Salmon Arm 1 4 0 3 5 9 Bosman Accounting 1 4 0 3 6 21 Eco-Wise Water 1 4 0 3 3 26 Rented Mules 0 6 0 0 3 16 OKANAGAN MEN’S 45+ LEAGUE Kelowna IGA 6 0 0 18 25 5 Silver Stars 5 0 1 16 16 3 Vernon Hi-Pro Camels 5 1 0 15 18 5 North Country Appraisals 4 1 1 13 19 7 Penticton United 4 2 0 12 12 7 Salmon Arm 3 2 1 10 10 9 Okanagan Spring 3 3 0 9 9 12 Pushor Mitchell Advocates 2 3 0 6 8 11 Big O Tire 2 4 0 6 7 13 Brandt’s Creek Pub 1 4 1 4 6 6 Rutland Spirit 1 4 1 4 5 14 Lake Country 1 5 0 3 3 18 Rented Mules 0 3 2 2 1 12 Cantina’s Pub 0 5 1 1 3 19 Week 6: IGA 2 North Country 1; Penticton 4 Cantina’s 0; Silver Stars 3 OK Spring 1; Camels 3 Lake Country 0; Big O Tire 3 Rutland 0; Salmon Arm 1 Brandt’s Creek 0.
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SPALL BUSINESS LADIES NIGHT MAY 18 FLIGHT A Low Gross: Katrina Lenoury 41 Low Net: Lisa Weir 34.5 2nd Net: Renata Zimmerman 36.5 FLIGHT B Low Gross: Vicky Midtdal 44 Low Net: Julie Pisch 36 2nd Net: Colette Burns 38 (retro) FLIGHT C Low Gross: Cheryl Parker 47 Low Net: Ester Pitt 36.5 2nd Net: Carol Louis 37.5 FLIGHT D Low Gross: Lynne Moore 49 Low Net: Georgina Lehr 36.5 2nd Net: Pam McGregor 38.5 No handicap: Jean Heyink RBC Dom, Securities: Jacqui Jakeman Least Putts: Marlyn Schmolke 14 KPs: #3: Lenoury; #7: Laurie Arthur Long Drive: (A): Arthur; (B): Lhea Shilton; (C): Carol Brost; (D): Timaree Wallace. SPALL LADIES DAY – MAY 18 TWO-BALL BEST BALL Low Gross: Jean Bushey & Sigi Bentham 80 Low Net: Helen Jagow & Pat Southam 65 2nd Net: Eleanor Green & Helen Tonogai 66 (retro) 3rd Net: Rena Ransom & Carol Sawada 66 (retro) 4th Net: Janie Crockett & Ruth Hagen 66 (retro) 5th Net: Edna Little & Holly Bailey 66 (retro) 6th Net: Edel Venus & Marj Griffin 67 7th Net: Joyce Todd & Ariel Thorburn 68 8th Net: Marie Trentinin & Irene Oizumi 68 (retro) 9th Net: Janan Tidball & Noreen Payne 68 (retro) Deuces: Sylvia Tyldesley (2), Kay Reid. VERNON MEN’S DAY - MAY 18 INDIVIDUAL BLUE TEES 0-9 HANDICAP
Low Gross: Peter Smith 76 (retro) Low Net: Clark Inglis 71 2nd Gross: Paul Toovey 76 (retro) 2nd Net: Ron Schwab 74 (retro) 3rd Net: Jason Barta 74 (retro) 10-13 HANDICAP Low Gross: Al Craig 82 (retro) Low Net: Doug Fairweather 72 2nd Gross: Ken Friesen 82 (retro) 2nd Net: Gord Steele 73 (retro) 3rd Net: Ray Allen 73 (retro) 14-16 HANDICAP Low Gross: Ray Stafford 85 (retro) Low Net: Bob Keyser 71 2nd Gross: Shane Schultz 85 (retro) 2nd Net: Lawrence Quechuk 72 (retro) 3rd Net: Lynn Bannister 72 (retro) 17+ HANDICAP Low Gross: Dave Nash 90 Low Net: Marvin VanMeter 67 2nd Gross: Doug Anderson 92 2nd Net: Al Barnes 71 3rd Net: Larry Fischer 72 9 HOLE Low Gross: Kyle Wiebe 35 Low Net: Dennis Yano 33.5 (retro) 2nd Net: Rob McCluskey 33.5 (retro) 2nd Gross: Cody Edwards 37 SPALL MENS NIGHT MAY 17 FIRST FLIGHT 0-8 Low gross: Kyle Wiebe 72 Low net: Peter Haines 64 Low gross front: Don Howe 37 Low net front: Doug Kuhn 34 Low gross back: JP Duranleau 34 Low net back: Charlie Briskham, Dyck Regier 32 Deuces: Jarrett McNeal $40 SECOND FLIGHT 9-12 Low gross: Don Redgwell 75 Low net: Jim Fuhr 66 Low gross front: Al Graydon 37 Low net front: Dave Bissell, Gord Hull 35 Low gross back: Tyler Galenzoski 36 Low gross back: Randy Gladiotis 31 Deuces: Gladiotis $40 THIRD FLIGHT 13-15 Low gross: Hagen Klose 79 Low net: Roger Bergen, Ken Robertson 67 Low gross front: Brian Revel 38
Low net front: Tom Wild 32 Low net gross back: Neil Chester 37 Low net back: Gerry Obrecht 31 Deuces: Klose, Chester $30 each FOURTH FLIGHT 16+ Low gross: Jeff Parker 84 Low net skins: Gord Lane, Phil Zagar, Ken Jantz 67 Low gross front: Bob Lovsin, Gus McNeil 45 Low net front: Dan Bloomfield, Brian Cropley, Bill Smith 36 Low gross back: Arvid Christianson 39 Low net back: Harry Bowker 31 Deuces: Parker $90 Net Skins: #5: Mel Ovens $5; #7: Ovens $20; #9: Roger Bergen $15; #12: Greg Munro $60; #16: Bowker $15; #17: Bob Lovsin $10; #18: Dave Hoyte $10. Gross Skins: #1: Wiebe $5; #2: Jon Gardner $10; #3: McNeal $10; #8: Duranleau $40; #12: Doug Kuhn $50; #18: Christianson $5. ROYAL YORK LADIES CLUB WINNERS FOR MAY 17 FLIGHT A Low Gross: Jean Wilkie 44 Low Net: Sandy Bennett 41 Long Drive: Wilkie FLIGHT B Low Gross: Brenda Noble 46 Low Net: Cora Prevost 36 Long Drive: Judy Thrift FLIGHT C Low Gross: Angie Dauncey 50 Low Net: Mavis Holoiday 36 Long Drive: Betty Therrien FLIGHT D Low Gross: Judy Grant 49 Low Net: Ellie Smith 37.5 Long Drive: Smith Flight for Fun: Marlene Boone Long Drive: Deb Katerenchuk KPs: #2: Smith; #7: Judy Brandel; 2nd shot KP: Bennett Deuces: A Birdie: Jean Wilkie; D Par: Smith Hidden Hole: CF Least Putts: Diane Kinnell 15 Longest Putt: Bennett
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2011 PROPERTY TAX NOTICES 2011 Property Tax Notices have been mailed to all registered property owners in the following municipalities: City of ARMSTRONG, District of COLDSTREAM, Village of LUMBY, Township of SPALLUMCHEEN, City of VERNON. If you are the registered owner of property in any of the municipalities listed and have not received your Property Tax Notice for 2011, please contact your local Tax Department. With the potential for a Postal Strike starting the week of May 23rd, 2011 it is important to note that Property owners are responsible for the payment of property taxes and applicable penalties, regardless of whether or not they have received a tax notice. Deadline for payment of all current taxes and rates is Monday, July 4th, 2011. A 10% penalty shall be charged on all unpaid 2011 property taxes, including unclaimed Home Owner Grants, at close of business on the due date. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AS PROOF OR DATE OF PAYMENT AT ANY OF THE MUNICIPALITIES LISTED. METHODS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED AT ALL MUNICIPALITIES: IN PERSON: cash, cheque, bank draft, money order and Interac/Debit card. BY MAIL: cash, cheque, bank draft, money order. CREDIT CARDS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. ONLINE or TELEPHONE BANKING, over-thecounter or by ATM machines is dependent on individual financial institutions. Check with your financial institution. Refer to chart below for exceptions. Payments should be made prior to June 20th, 2011, to allow your financial institution sufficient processing time. POST-DATED CHEQUES made payable for July 4th, 2011, are accepted at all municipalities. This practice is encouraged to avoid line-ups and delays. HOME OWNER GRANT INFORMATION: If you are eligible to claim the Home Owner Grant, it must be applied for EACH year. Complete the H.O.G. application form on your property tax notice: all questions must be answered, and the form must be signed and dated. Return it to your local Tax Department before closing time on July 4th, 2011 to avoid the penalty. Home Owner Grants must be applied for each year, even if your mortgage company or bank pays your taxes. It is not necessary to make a tax payment in order for eligible owners to claim the Home Owner Grant. If the registered owner of the property is recently deceased, a relative may claim the grant, but only if they were living with the deceased at time of death, and are living in the home when they claim the grant. New owners, whose names are not yet on the property tax notice, must produce a copy of their Certificate of Title when claiming the Home Owner Grant. Taxpayers can claim their Home Owner Grant online through their municipality’s website. City of Armstrong: City Hall: 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B0 Mailing Address: City of Armstrong, P.O. Box 40, Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B0 Hours of Operation: 8:30 am – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed Holidays. Mail slot available. Phone: (250) 546-3023 Prepayment Plan - contact the City of Armstrong for details Other Payment Information: In person and PC Banking at Armstrong Branch of Valley First Credit Union and Vantage One Credit Union; Armstrong Branch only of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Taxpayers can claim their Home Owner Grant online through the City’s website: www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca District of Coldstream: Municipal Hall: 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, B.C. V1B 1L6 Mailing Address: District of Coldstream, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, B.C. V1B 1L6 Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed Holidays. Mail slot available. Phone: (250) 545-5304. Prepayment Plan – contact the District for details. Taxpayers can claim their Home Owner Grant online through the District’s website: www.districtofcoldstream.ca Village of Lumby: Village Office: 1775 Glencaird Street, Lumby, B.C. V0E 2G0 Mailing Address: Village of Lumby, P.O. Box 430, Lumby, B.C. V0E 2G0 Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed Holidays. Phone: (250) 547-2171 Prepayment Plan – contact the Village for details. Taxpayers can claim their Home Owner Grant online through the Village’s website; www.lumby.ca Township of Spallumcheen: Municipal Hall: 4144 Spallumcheen Way, Spallumcheen, B.C. V0E 1B6 Mailing Address: Township of Spallumcheen, 4144 Spallumcheen Way, Spallumcheen, B.C. V0E 1B6 Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed Holidays. Mail slot available. Phone: (250) 546-3013; Toll Free: (866) 546-3013 Additional Payment Information: In person at: Valley First Credit Union, Armstrong Branch only. Vantage One Credit Union, Armstrong Branch only. Taxpayers can claim their Home Owner Grant online through the Township’s website: www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca Corporation of the City of Vernon: City Hall: 3400 – 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 Mailing Address: Corporation of the City of Vernon, 3400 – 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed Holidays. Mail slot available. Phone: (250) 550-3636. Prepayment Plan – contact the City of Vernon for details. Taxpayers can claim their Home Owner Grant online through the City’s website: www.vernon.ca
Deadline for 2011 Property Taxes is July 4, 2011.
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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Being rather restless could induce you to start a number of things but finish none of them. Resolve yourself to stick to and complete whatever you start.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) If you think you can manage, pick up others’ loose threads and try to piece them together to make sense of things. Even if you fail in your attempt, at least you tried.
PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Much to your chagrin, sometimes you’re not too good about keeping secrets. Be careful that your talkative nature doesn’t reveal something it shouldn’t.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) It would be smart to carefully screen your social commitments so that you don’t find yourself immersed in a friend’s complicated agenda that is destined to cause problems.
ARIES (March 21-April 19) Have a set amount of money you are willing to spend before you go out, especially if you plan to do some shopping. Regardless of what you do, however, don’t go hog wild with the credit cards.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Be sure to carefully consider the feelings of colleagues. Try to see things from their perspective so that you can better understand their needs.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) If you want to champion an unpopular cause, that’s your business, but don’t impose your views on others who simply think differently than you. They’re entitled to their own opinions.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Be careful you don’t saddle yourself with unworkable concepts that need to be modified. If you refuse to do so because of stubbornness on your part, it’ll be your loss, not anybody else’s. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Before involving yourself in a group endeavor, carefully analyze all the ramifications in order to know exactly what you are getting into. You might have regrets if you don’t. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Brace yourself for turbulence if you can’t be supportive of your mate’s ideas or plans. Being unreasonably defiant always produces a bigger sting than usual. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Anything you do in haste will probably have to be repeated. Instead of wasting a lot of time having to redo things, do everything to the best of your ability in the first place. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Usually you’re careful and reasonable about handling your resources. However, at this juncture you’re likely to let all caution go to the winds and succumb to lavish extravagance.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder Mark Twain said, “I never write Metropolis for seven cents, because I can get the same price for city. I never write policeman, because I can get the same money for cop.” I never play with only seven trumps, because I win more money with nine -- but not always. In this deal, how would you plan the play in two different contracts, four spades and five clubs? The defenders begin with three rounds of hearts. It seems normal to reach five clubs. North might raise three clubs to four; but even if he cue-bids three hearts, trying to get into three no-trump if you have a heart stopper, you would usually continue
with four clubs to show your fifth card in the suit, and North would raise. But, strangely, four spades is a better contract than five clubs. In five clubs, you must guess the trump suit. The odds fractionally favor playing for the drop, especially since it seems East has five hearts to West’s three. However, because East overcalled, he is slightly more likely than West to have the club queen. Guess well! In four spades, you must follow the reliable rule that when you do not have a superfluity of trumps, establish your side suit first. After ruffing the third heart, play a club to dummy’s ace and lead
a club back toward your hand. If East discards (it cannot help to ruff), win with your king and lead a third round. But if East plays a second low club, put in your jack. Whether West ruffs or wins with the queen, take his return, draw trumps, and claim.
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Workshop gives seniors a boost to their driving Morning Star Staff
Seniors hoping to improve or maintain their driving skills are invited to another BCAA Mature Driving — Living Well, Driving Well workshop next month. Taking place June 8 and again on June 22 from 10 a.m. to noon, both days at the Schubert Centre, the workshop is sponsored by the BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation, BC Ministry of Community Services, City of Vernon, and the City of Vernon/RCMP Safe Communities Unit “Join us for this practical workshop for mature drivers,” said Ed Howard, with the City of Vernon/RCMP Safe Communities Unit. “This program will help you assess your driving skills and habits, update your knowledge of vehicle safety features and road regulations.” This is a free program and to register,
please contact the Community Policing Office at 250-550-7840 as soon as possible to reserve your space. ■■■ Those who use a scooter to get around town are invited to another workshop taking place June 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. Sponsored by the City of Vernon, the local RCMP detachment and the City of Vernon/ RCMP Safe Communities Unit, organizers are inviting scooter operators, those considering scooter and/or electric mobility chairs as transportation and their families or friends to attend this presentation. “This course was originally developed in Vernon to instruct on the safe operation of scooter, maintenance of scooters and etiquette in the operation of scooters wherever they may be operated,” said
Howard. “Having this course recognized by other communities in Western Canada, it has expanded to include those communities on the ‘cutting edge’ of an importance of sharing space with other pedestrian and moving motor vehicle traffic.” This free program includes a one-hour presentation featuring a guest speaker from the RCMP speaking on the rules of the road and a presentation from a representative from Southward Mobility Supplies on maintenance. Afterwards, there is the one-hour outside “roadeo” where attendees are encouraged to practise the techniques learned in the safe operation of scooters. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to call the Community Policing Office at 250-550-7840 for pre-registration as soon as possible to reserve your space.
Armstrong celebrates food and farms with a festival Morning Star Staff
The Armstrong Food Initiative Society presents the first two events in the Armstrong 2011 Food & Farm Celebration Series, an outdoor Food Film Festival and a SelfGuided Open House Farm Tour. Both events are free and donations will be accepted at the film festival to help cover costs. The Food Film Festival will be held May 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. at the Armstrong Food Initiative Society (AFIS) Community
Garden, behind the caboose on Smith Drive. There will be demonstrations and tastings, with the films beginning at 8:30 p.m. The films will be Fresh and Pollen Nation on May 27 with Dirt and Bokashi May 28. It is suggested that people bring their own chairs. The Self-Guided Open House Farm Tour will be held May 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tour participants include Knob Hill Asparagus Farm, Rosebank Farms (organic poultry), O’Keefe Ranch, Rogers
Foods, Caravan Farm Theatre (Sunday Farmers’ Market), Chocoliro, and the AFIS Community Garden. The Community Garden will offer demonstrations and tastings and feature local art work coordinated with the Armstrong/ Spallumcheen Museum and Art Gallery as part of the tour. For more information, call Andrea Gunner at 250-308-6146 or Laurie Williams at 250-546-9681. Tour maps available at the community garden.
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As the 2010/11 school year begins to wind down, the summer maintenance work goes full steam ahead. At Tuesday’s Vernon School District board meeting, secretarytreasurer Randy Hoffman said a number of projects are in the works to spend the $1,630,078 annual capital grant funding provided by the Ministry of Education. “All of these projects are in various planning and resourcing states and will be undertaken according to resourcing and priorities throughout the summer and new school year,” he said. Interior upgrades are planned for Mission Hill, which will have
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Students take the Auto Service Technician Sampler Course for a variety of reasons — to find out if it might be a career option, to get a head start on apprenticeship when they’ve already made their choice, or to learn how to take care of their own vehicles. “The students experience all different aspects of automotive services in a total of 120 hours,� said Tom Williamson, school district career coordinator. “The more students experience all kinds of trades as career options, the more they will choose trades as a viable career. Only two in 10 students will go on to university.� Tasks to be completed during the course include a vehicle service inspection, putting a vehicle on a hoist, doing an oil change, a vehicle diagnostic scan and removing and installing a tire on a rim and balance. The course has 15 new, extensive tool stations this year thanks to a grant from the Career Education Society/Industry Training Authority. “We couldn’t do this program without the grant for the tools, there just wouldn’t be enough tools for all the students,� said Williamson. The students also recognize the value of the tools. “The new tools have helped us with efficiency so we can work faster and learn better,� said Michael Scheuerman. The program works on engines that are donated, the students’, their families’ and teachers’ vehicles with payment made only for the parts used. Ryan Kerr is a Grade 10 student who has decided to start
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while they are in high school but if they wait until graduation to start, they must pay the college tuition themselves so it is possible to save while doing the work part to go back to finish the additional technical levels and finish their education with no debt. Even if students are not planning a career in automotive service, they like what they learn in the course. “I want to be more knowledgeable about cars because it’s something you need to know in life,� said Manon Leger. Williamson gives much of the credit for the program’s success at Seaton to technology education teacher Paul Elmont. Elmont trained as a mechanic in England in the 1960s and continued to build his credentials, achieving Red Seal Automotive Technician Heavy Duty and Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspection certification, among other advanced qualification. After a workplace accident took three of his fingers, he went to university to train as a teacher. “The students get a mark in this course and they also get a sheet showing all the skills they’re competent at so they can show it when they apply for apprenticeship programs or employment,� said Elmont. “I like seeing the change in the students as they keep learning more skills and become more confident.� The students recognize his dedication. He has several thank you notes on his desk, one that reads, “Dear Mr. Elmont, Thank you for teaching automotive at Seaton! We appreciate you! Us.� For more information about the apprenticeship programs e-mail Williamson at tomwilliamson@sd22.bc.ca.
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It’s impossible to imagine Vernon Winter Carnival with no Queen Silver Star, but by this year’s deadline date, only five applications had been received for the program. “We need a minimum of 10 girls to run the program,� said Queen Silver Star Excellence Program vice-chairman Brittany Sjoblom, a past Queen Silver Star. “I think a lot of people don’t understand how the program works and who is eligible to take part. We want to have another information session and extend the deadline.� The program, in its 52nd year, has changed with the times to become a way for the young women who participate to learn or improve a variety of life-enhancing skills, do community service and earn scholarships, while representing their community. “Girls may hold themselves back because they think this is only for the popular, pretty, rich girls but it is for anyone who wants to participate. Some girls are very shy and would like to take the program to change but are too shy to even come to an information session,� said Sjoblom. Some potential participants are intimidated by the talent part of the program. “People don’t have to be perfect or stop themselves because they think they don’t have what it takes. We help them with what it is they want to showcase. It could
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Queen Silver Excellence Program committee members Chere Lane, left, Courtney Liefke and Brittany Sjoblom are already planning for Vernon Winter Carnival’s 2012 royalty. They are concerned that there are enough applications for the program. be reciting a poem or a funny skit. They come up with some neat things,� said Chere Lane, chairman of the program committee and past Queen Silver Star. Another stumbling block could be the commitment of time and money. There is no registration fee for the candidates and their total cost is about $100, which includes shoes, a trip to Peachland, and a few incidental expenses like photocopying. There is assistance available if this would be a barrier to taking part. The candidates do not have to find their own sponsors but are matched with sponsors. The clothes for official appearances are provided but candidates provide their own gowns. These do not need to be expensive and can include creative
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Excellence Program invite applicants continued from B2 Liefke said the candidates make amazing progress and accomplish so much between September and February. Sjoblom said, “The classes benefit the girls for the rest of their lives, in their relationships with family and friends, at work and school, and in the community. Chere and I both ended up working at the places where we did our community volunteer work. And we learned time management. We couldn’t be here on
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About 60 people gathered for the Memorial Prayer Service for the Victims of Abortion, sponsored by the Vernon & Area Pro-Life Society at Cenotaph Park May 12. It was the 10th annual event, held in conjunction with the National March for Life in Ottawa and other Canadian cities. “People come out so they can remember those that were the victims of abortion, not just the children who are aborted but the mothers. A lot of the time, it is not the mothers who choose but their parents or boyfriends, and the mothers don’t have full knowledge of what abortion is,” said Lydia Melesko, Vernon & Area Pro-Life Society outreach coordinator. “We also think of the fathers who are left out of the situation and who suffer knowing they could have had a child.”
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Please contact Melissa at blueeagleyoga@yahoo.ca 10 a.m., at VTC 2810-48 Ave. (H) Cherryville 2-4 meeting (H). CHALLENGING PROGRAM FOR TEENS 12 TO 18 YEARS Are you tion at vcacinfo@shaw.ca or 250-542-6243. Open meeting at Gospel Church, Aumond Road, Cherryville. Meets interested in a youth program that is free to join? Educational, earn NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Women’s Topic Meeting Mondays every second and fourth Sunday, 3 p.m. Into Action Step Group (H) school credits, sports nights, biathlon, marksmanship, abseiling, at 6:30 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., room 002. Our closed meeting 7 p.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27 St. Vernon (back camping, self discipline, learning leadership, navigation. Come 24-hour helpline is at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574. door). Armstrong Pleasant Valley Group (H) closed meeting 8 p.m., check out 1705 BCD Cadets, which runs to mid-June. Regular SENIORS’ ACTIVITY CENTRE, ARMSTRONG We’re at 2520 United Church, 2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Sunday parade nights Tuesdays 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; range/marksmanship Patterson Ave. Are you 55+ and looking for something to do? Visit the night recovery group (H) open meeting 8 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Mondays 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bring birth certificate and Care Card. Activity Centre for fun and friendship. Monday to Friday it’s snooker Contact Capt. Diane Blain in Lumby at 250-547-6403, Capt. Irene at 12:30 p.m. Friendship Club 2nd and 4th Monday each month at 1 Polson Drive, Vernon (H). Handicap access (X) no access. VERNON PACERS RUNNERS CLUB Meets Sundays at 7 a.m. at Wangler in Oyama at 250-215-1586 or leave message at 250-503- p.m. Each Wednesday it’s carpet bowling at 1 p.m. Dance with bands 1st Monday each month (Oct. – May) at 1 p.m. For information call clubhouse (32nd Ave. across from Kiss FM); Tuesdays at 5:45 a.m., 1705. We meet at Brigadier Murphy Armoury, 1900-29th St. Raina’s Bistro (formerly Bagel Lane); Thursdays at 5:45 a.m. at AN EVENING OF YOGA Knox Presbyterian Church. 3701-32 Joy at 250-546-8907 or Nancy at 250-546-8158. Bean Scene; Saturdays, 6 a.m., at clubhouse. Call Bill at 545-0028 Ave., Mondays 6-8 p.m. The evening includes a breathing exercise, ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Where else beginners yoga (45 mins), meditation with music and vegetarian can you play free pool all day? Come on down Mondays with a for more information. member and sharpen your skills. Or become a member and take BREAKFAST AND FLEA MARKET Indoors/outdoors, every dinner. Everyone welcome. By donation. Sunday from 8 a.m.- 11:30 a.m., at the Fraternal Order of Eagles MONDAY NIGHT VERNON TOASTMASTERS Meets Mondays advantage of all we have to offer! We close at 6 p.m. Mondays, hall, 5101-25th Ave. Such a deal for $5. Tables for rent. Mega Meat 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Schubert Centre, 3505 – 30th Ave. Call Jackie Tuesdays and Thursdays. Draw the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m., also 50/50 draws. Lowrie at 250-558-5526 or Karen Truesdale at 250-542-4614. VERNON ACCORDION CLUB Meets Mondays from 7-9 p.m. Call 542-3003 for more information. VERNON TREATMENT CENTRE Do you or a loved one have an alco- at the Halina Centre. Accordion players welcome. Listeners and How often do cats hol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and eve- dancers also. Call Nyla at 250-546-3192 for more information. come in heat? ning courses available. Call 542-6151 for more information. MEDIEVALLY MINDED Come and join us and explore what history can do for you. Learn about medieval fighting, crafts and feasting. The Society for Creative Female cats enter their first estrous cycle (heat) when they reach puberty, Anachronism meets every Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m., at at about 6 months of age. After that, the Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall on Kal Road. See their breeding season lasts from about www.krakenfjord.org February to October, at least in our geographic area. CANASTA AND BINGO Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays Each heat lasts several days (one to seven), with the time at 1 to 4 p.m., at Schubert Centre. For more information, between heats being one to two weeks. Thus, the average Book a complimentary hearing call Alice at 549-8430 or Ethel at 545-9857. complete estrous cycle in cats can vary from one to three HEARING AIDS weeks and this goes on all breeding season long. SCHUBERT CENTRE Many activities for seniors 50+ to screening today with your nearest During their heat, cats become very affectionate, even enjoy. Mondays, pinochle, tai chi, bingo, line dancing, Connect Hearing clinic. Should you demanding, rubbing against people and objects, rolling on exercise class. Tuesdays, bridge, canasta, crafters, wood * the floor, often vocalizing. When petted on the back, they benefit from hearing aids, you’ll be carving. Wednesdays, afternoon dancing to live music, stick their hind-end in the air and tread with their hind legs. $ offered a pair - customized to your birthday lunch last Wednesday of every month. Open + SAVE UP TO 1,500 After three or four matings (each only lasting about a minute, seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Office hours 8 a.m. to individual needs - to try for two different tom cats are possible), the queen (mature female OFFER ENDS MAY 31! 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The pool room and coffee * cat) ovulates and her heat stops soon after. Pregnancy lasts weeks at no cost, and no obligation. shop are open daily; the Thrift Shop, Monday to Friday. approximately 63 days and a cat can have several litters of We’re certain you’ll notice the kittens in one year. The best way to avoid all this hassle is to have your cat difference better hearing makes. spayed, ideally before her first heat, i.e. before she turns six PANCAKE BREAKFAST Vernon Lions Club will serve up months old. — Herbert Mehl, DVM their famous pancake breakfast May 23 from 8 to 11 a.m. Call today to arrange your complimentary hearing at Vernon Farmers’ Market, off 43rd Ave., behind Wesbild screening and save up to $1,500 before May 31. Centre. LOCAL FOOD DIRECTORY Food Action’s free online Vernon North 550 - 4400 32nd St. 250.542.0133 Local Food Directory will be launched to the public at the Vernon South 3415 32nd Ave. 250.542.3353 Food Action stall at the Vernon Farmers’ Market (Wesbild Dr. Lily Miller Dr. Herbert Mehl Dr. Miles Latwat Dr. Dave Lemiski Armstrong 9-3300 Smith Dr. 250.542.0133 parking lot) May 23, from 8 a.m.-noon. The directory lists Registered under the College of Speech and Hearing Health more than 70 local food-related businesses, as well as a connecthearing.ca Professionals of BC. *No fees and no purchase necessary. See clinic for details. DVA, WCB accepted map showing their location, and is at the Food Action web805 Kal Lake Rd, Vernon, BC • 250-542-9707
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Community Calendar MAY 23 FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES Ladies Auxiliary meets second and fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. All members urged to attend. OKANAGAN TURNER’S GUILD Meets at Vernon Christian School wood shop the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Guests are welcome to visit and see if they wish to join the guild — membership fee $30/yr. Recent lathe projects are on display and we usually have a brief lesson at each session. For info., call Ian at 250-542 7148. HALINA PATTERN DANCERS Welcomes new couples to join and have fun pattern dancing. Practices held every second and fourth Monday at the Halina Seniors’ Centre from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, please call John at 545-0119.
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LUMBY GRADUATION Charles Bloom secondary school graduation ceremonies May 27 starting at 5 p.m. in the CBSS gym. Open to all, so come and support the students. The banquet, for students and guests is to follow at 7:30 in curling rink with dry grad for students at 10 p.m.
UPCOMING FORMER KITIMAT RESIDENTS are invited to Okanagan Valley reunion May 25 at 11 a.m., Cousins Park, Peachland. Special visit by Paul Henning, B.C. Operations manager for Rio Tinto Alcan, talking about plant expansion. Lunch provided. Bring folding chairs and hat. RSVP appreciated. Call Pat Grieve at 250-767-6509. ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF CANADA Okanagan Centre Vernon, meets at the Okanagan Science Centre May 25, 7:15 p.m. Featured speaker will be Okanagan Centre president Dave Gamble talking about night sky photography. His talk, entitled “Imaging - from Snapshots to Guided Multiple Exposures” is of interest to both beginners and advanced astrophotographers. Public is welcome. MOVE FOR LIFE DVD EXERCISES promoted by ActionNowBC, demonstrated by Cristie Voth May 25 at Lumby Seniors Drop-in Wellness Day (1751 Glencaird St.) Exercises can be performed sitting down, done indoors or out, to help seniors strengthen and stretch their muscles. Day also provides blood pressure and weight checks with consultation by a retired LPN. Call Olena at 250-547-8866. KINDALE THRIFT STORE At 2725 Patterson Ave., Armstrong, is having a 25 cents Yellow Tag Sale (excluding boutique) from May 25 through 28. The Thrift Store is open from Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers are needed. Please stop by the Thrift Store and see Joyce or call Cindy at 250-546-3005. SUMMER SOLSTICE SOIREE North Okanagan Child Care Society fundraiser June 3 at Paddlewheel hall, Okanagan Lake. A delicious Tapas Tour from ORA, live music from the very talented Steve Todd, DJ services from Boogie Nights to get your dancing feet moving, silent auction with something for everyone. Black tie & flip-flops suggested. Advance ticket purchase required by May 25: $50 per person (includes $25 charitable donation). For tickets go to www.noccs.ca or phone 250-558-9963, extension 202. BC CONSERVATIVES HOST LUNCH BC Conservatives leader John Cummins will be at The Pantry Restaurant May 25, 11:30 - 1:30. Come hear our plan for getting B.C. back on track. Menu a la carte. VOLUNTEERS WANTED The North Okanagan Valley Gleaners used furniture store (A-4405-29th St., call 309-8854) is looking for people who could donate four hours each week working in the store. Volunteers also needed in the processing plant in Lavington, which runs Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, please call 250-545-1672. VERNON RESTHOLM Annual Spring Tea, May 26 at 2808 - 35th St. from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Strawberry shortcake is $3 per person. There will also be a raffle, bake sale, craft sale and 50/50 draw. THE PHILOSOPHERS’ CAFE IN NORTH BX Hosting Renate Jung as she returns to speak May 26 at 7 p.m. about the popular and engaging topic of her alternative healing methods and insights into the human body. What role does our DNA play in our human evolution? Renate will share her experiences and ask that you contribute your thoughts during this discussion. Call Julie at 250-545-9044 or e-mail philcafe@ uniserve.com to reserve as seating limited; $5 admission. 23rd ANNUAL ANTIQUE AND C O L L E C TA B L E S SALE, sponsored by have enjoyed selling chocolates with so many wonderful and nice the Vernon Collectors “Ipeople. I’m better at math now, because my step-dad always asks me Club, Vernon Curling questions at home or at the grocery store, then wants me too answer correctly, some are difficult. I’m learning job skills, like receiving cash Rink May 27, 3 to and returning correct change, eye contact and being courteous. This 8 p.m. and May 28, boosts my self-confidence when meeting new people. One of my goals was to earn money to buy LuLu Lemon pants, instead of bugging my 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. parents for money. I thank Gary, my parents and friends I sell chocolates Approximately 120 with for this opportunity to achieve my personal goals. Tanayia tables. $2 admission Do you know a worthy student that would like to join our team of chocolate sellers? good for both days. Support our kids when they knock on your door.
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OKANAGAN SINGLES GROUP 40+ May 24, planning meeting at Talk’n Donkey, 3932-32nd St. Meet 7:30 p.m. Come and contribute your ideas and help plan an exciting month for June. Call Dot by Monday if attending at 250-542-4042. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON May 24, general meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Come out and find out what is happening for Legion Week celebrations. VERNON AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB meeting will be held at the Vernon Arts Centre, behind the Science Centre, May 24 at 7.30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Gordon Hiebert, his topic will be on “organic gardening and edible landscaping with permaculture principles.” Visitors /new members welcome. More info. 250-549-2189. ICAN OF NORTH OKANAGAN International Cesarean Awareness Network invites the public to join them for their monthly support and information meeting. ICAN is for all who are striving to prevent unnecessary cesareans through education; who need support for cesarean recovery; or who want to promote or learn about vaginal birth after cesarean. Meetings every fourth Tuesday of the month. Join us for coffee and conversation at 7 p.m. at Talk’n Donkey. For more information contact Shantelle at 250-545-4372, icanofnorthokanagan@gmail.com or see www.icanofnorthokanagan.com ARMSTRONG TOASTMASTERS 2645 Are you shy in social situations? Do you get that lump in your throat when you have to talk to strangers? Toastmasters will help you learn communication and leadership skills. We meet every Tuesday evening in Armstrong. Come as a guest! Bring a friend &/or spouse with you to your local Toastmasters Club to observe how we learn to think & speak & listen effectively, in a fun and supportive atmosphere. For more information, visit http://armstrongtoastmasters.webs.com/ or ArmstrongToastmasters2645@gmail.com MOTHERS FOR RECOVERY PEER SUPPORT GROUP For any mother in recovery wishing to help herself and other mothers within her community struggling with addictions. The purpose of this group will be to help addicted mothers obtain recovery and parent successfully. Takes place every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Kekuli Centre, 2905-28th Ave. Child care available at Early Childhood Development, 2902- 29th Ave. For more information please call Caroline at 250-542-5448 or Maureen at 250-542-5311. ANAF HOSTS SPORTS FUN Darts Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Army, Navy & Airforce, in the Hangar. Every level of player welcome. Open crib every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Intercity pool fun league every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. ROYAL CANADIAN SEA CADETS for boys and girls 12 to 18 meet every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in Hut B15 at the Vernon Army Camp. New cadets are welcome on any parade night. Further information may be obtained from the Commanding Officer ay 250-503-8345. THE ENDERBY TOASTMASTERS CLUB Meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Enderby & District Museum, 903 George St. The Enderby Toastmasters Club provides a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth. Guests and new members are always welcome. Visit enderbytoastmasters.webs.com to learn more. PAINTING/DRAWING DROP-IN SESSION Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre. Bring your art supplies and work in our studio with others who love to paint and draw. Drop-in fee $3.36 members/ $4.48 non members. For more information call 250-542-6243. STOPS END OF JUNE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Open cribbage Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Come early for lunch! Call 250-542-2696. SINGLE FRIENDS 50+ Weekly coffee, Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Red Barn, Polson Mall. LUMBY’S MONASHEE TOASTMASTERS CLUB Meets every Tuesday from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the Blue Ox Pub. Our noon-hour meetings enable working people to attend. Toastmasters Clubs are worldwide and for the purpose of teaching communication and
leadership skills in a fun and supportive environment. Drop in as a guest to see what we are all about. For more info., please call Louise at 250-547-6480 or Marena (evenings) at 250-547-9572. CONFIDENTIAL MENTAL ILLNESS FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Provides a caring environment for family members of a loved one with a mental illness to share your hopes, fears, experiences and knowledge with other family members supporting a loved one with a mental illness. You are not alone. Meets 7 to 9 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Mental Illness Family Support & Information Centre, room 301, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. Call Dianne at 260-3233 for more information.
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It’s off to the Provincials for these talents Morning Star Staff
Dedicated hours of practice have paid off for a group of students from the Vernon Community Music School, who are off to the Provincial Festival in Kamloops at the beginning of June. Hosted by the Kamloops Festival of Performing Arts, The Provincials, as they are better known, will see more than 400 of the most talented young musicians, dancers and speech/dramatic arts performers coming from 34 regional Kiwanis festivals throughout the province. They will perform in at least nine venues in Kamloops, and most will be bringing along their parents and teachers. For those who are not able to go to Kamloops and support the local students, the VCMS is hosting a concert at the school’s Carriage House Loft May 30, where the school’s qualifiers will perform. The event is a fundraiser for the VCMS’ Sound Capital Campaign, which is raising money for much needed repairs on the 1908 Smith House, the school’s home since 1982. “Students of the school are grateful for the opportunity to study there and are happy to donate their efforts towards the worthy cause of much-needed renovations,” said VCMS piano teacher Lucy Feldman, who has a number of students competing at this year’s
Provincials. “It is a great privilege and a wonderful opportunity to be invited to the (Provincials), and to rub shoulders with the best young musicians in B.C.” The preliminary concert at the Carriage House will feature the students performing in a variety of musical disciplines: piano, violin, viola, cello, flute and voice, performing compositions by Bach, Gershwin, Haydn, Mozart, Rachmaninoff, Handel, Brahms, Elgar and others. VCMS students representing the Kiwanis festivals include: On piano (students of Feldman): Yanik Fillion-Murphy representing Penticton at the intermediate level; Andrea Lee, representing Kelowna at the senior level; and Colleen Venables representing Kelowna in the national class. On strings (students of Bev Martens and Morna Howie): Amy Friedman, violin, representing Penticton at the senior level; Hana Friedman, violin, representing Penticton in the junior level; Madeleine Haynes, viola, representing Kamloops at the intermediate level; Julian Haynes, violin, representing Kamloops at the junior level, Craig Denton-Protsack, viola, representing Salmon Arm at the junior level; David DentonProtsack, violin, representing Shuswap at the junior level; and
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Vernon Community Music School students Andrea Lee, left, Colleen Venables, Amy Friedman, Hana Friedman, Laurel Salé-Hook, Julien Haynes, Alex Khazen and Yanik Fillion-Murphy are representing regional music festivals at this year’s Provincials in Kamloops June 5 to 9. Nicholas Denton-Protsack, cello, representing Penticton at the senior level. Ensembles: The DentonProtsack Trio (Nicholas, cello; Craig, viola; David, violin) representing Penticton at the intermediate level; and the Aspen
Trio (Madeleine Haynes, viola; Julien Haynes, violin (students of Martens) and Amy Friedman, piano (student of Feldman). On flute: Laurel Salé-Hook (taught by Margaret Burton), representing Kamloops at the intermediate level. In voice: Alex
Khazen (taught by Kimberley van Wensem), representing Kamloops at the intermediate level. The Monday, May 30 concert starts at 7 p.m. in the Carriage House Loft, located besides the Smith House (1705–32nd Ave.) Admission is by donation.
Broadway smash hit a smash hit in Vernon
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hen she introduced the opening fast and efficient scene changes, her talented night of the Valley Vocal Arts cast did. production of The Producers For instance, a phone rang in the dark as at Powerhouse Theatre, Melina a disembodied voice called incesMoore said she had a hunch that santly, “Will somebody answer the Vernon was ready for Mel Brooks’ phone?” Up came the lights and raunchy, hilarious comedy. And on minced brilliantly funny Brian she was right. Martin as Carmen Ghia, the ever so As solo accompanist, she gay “common-law assistant” of the played the electric piano as if she ever so dreadful Broadway director and it were a 40-piece orchestra, Roger DeBris (Sean Donley). keeping her singers on beat and in When Martin pouted, “I’ll get tune except for one number when Christine Pilgrim it,” his commitment to his camp a chorus of wealthy “old hens”, turkey trot, sucked-in cheeks who felt more like “hot chicks”, sang deliband pursed lips made his character totally erately off-key to good effect. believable. And the audience adored him. When her playing didn’t cover countless Another scene change was covered
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Brotsky’s lighting, depicting the prison bars in that scene, was beautifully effective. Other technicians deserving of praise are costume designer Sheri Nicholson and her team of builders, Sue Gairns and Vikki Moore. The entire cast shone throughout the slick, fast-paced performance wittily directed by Melina Moore. But if “Broadway, here I come!” applied to anyone, it was Andrew Nydam as Leo Bloom. (His shy accountant character turns producer and partners with Bialystock in a scheme to put a flop on Broadway and thus make their fortune. But as fortune would have it, they fail and their show becomes a success.)
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imaginatively by several unhappy accountants who brought chairs through the audience to work at the office of Whitehall and Marks, as they sang of their sadness at being under the cruel thumb of harsh Mr. Marks CPA (Terry Bradley). A third change went on behind a delightful chorus of Nazi Pigeons, played by younger members of the company led by Moore’s son Justin whose stage presence already reflects that of his parents. The minimalist set was well-designed and built by multi-skilled Paul Rossetti who also played failed producer Max Bialystock. Rossetti eased more comfortably into his role as the evening progressed and his rendition of Betrayed was a show-stopper. Dave
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away from each other. –– Lost in Cyburbia: How Life on the Net has Created a Life of its Own by James Harkin. The author explores our obsession with instant access to information and how it is shared over networks — and considers what has been lost and what has been gained. Are we more connected than ever before or more isolated? Have our thinking processes been forever altered? Is the democratic nature of the net slowly being eroded by corporate interests? Or, as once hoped, will the ‘net enable the awakening of a new kind of global consciousness? –– Virtually You: The Dangerous Powers of the E-personality by Elias Aboujaoude. We spend a shocking amount of time online and the author offers a penetrating examination of the insidious effects of the Internet on our personalitiesonline and off. The Internet can enhance well-being but Dr. Aboujaoude has spent years treat-
Star blooms in his role Continued from page B6 Nydam managed to maintain that fine line between high comedy and overacting with just the right amount of slapstick balanced by integrity. His attachment to his “blankie” had the audience in stitches, particularly when he was seduced behind the casting couch by delicious blonde Swedish siren, Ulla Inga tor Hansen Benson Yansen Tallen Hallen Svaden Swanson (Karen Bliss). It seems unfair to single out individuals in such an excellent ensemble
production but tap-dancing Lisa Schofield (also choreographer) and Der-Guten-Tag-Hop-Clop-dancing Scott May as Franz Liebkind, as well as the chorus of elderly ladies dancing with their walking frames, can’t go unmentioned. Although some of the cast varies to give as many Valley Vocal Arts members as possible a chance of performing, audiences are assured of a great night out at Powerhouse Theatre, where The Producers runs until today, with a matinée performance at 2 p.m.
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oes frat boy humour work with the ladies? (And if it does, should we term it frat girl humour?) In any case, I think it does if it’s on their turf. And with a movie like Bridesmaids, it’s pretty darn obvious that the women have home field advantage. Jason Armstrong Judd Apatow, the rascal who has found such overwhelming success with features like Knocked Up by blending his special brand of raunch with sensitive flavour, focuses on the females in Bridesmaids, a welcome change-of-pace from the usual (albeit, rare) chick comedy. If the Sex and the City series is like a wine and cheese party, Bridesmaids is a kegger. And a good one, at that. Produced by Apatow, directed by Paul Feig (who is, yes, a dude) and co-written by star Kristen Wiig, Bridesmaids, like much of Mr. Producer’s stuff, does a decent job of pulling on the heartstrings. But, par for the course, it just can’t ignore the nether regions on the way there. Wiig, who has – on some weekends, anyway – all but carried Saturday Night Live on her very slight shoulders, finally gets top billing as Annie, a failed bake shop owner living in Milwaukee. In a nowhere relationship with a schmuck who is using her as a sex buddy (Mad Men’s Jon Hamm, who seems to relish playing an absolute tool), Annie’s self confidence gets nudged down a few additional notches when her best friend, Lillian (former
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An evening of shock, surprise, and utter astonishment awaits when the theatrical production class at Kalamalka Secondary School takes audiences back to the Dirty ‘30s for its self-written play, Idiosyncrasies. “The story centres on the kidnapping of an innocent young girl that rocks the very foundation of a Lower East-Side tenement building to its core,” said student Jeremy Woo who is part of the production. The play follows steely-eyed detective Jay Malone, who takes on the troubling investigation and attempts to locate the missing girl, only to stumble upon peculiar, desperate and downright odd characters occupying the appalling apartments. Although a prostitute, a washed-up Broadway landlady, confounded robbers, a bare-knuckled boxer, a grifter, a senile couple and many others don’t share much in common, they are all trying to make it through another day as destitute people during dire times in America. Can Det. Malone sort through this motley crew and find the girl? And more importantly, can he find the sick culprit? Students from the class wrote the play and are producing it with the help of Kal’s drama teacher Shon Thomas. “Some individual scenes are actu-
Detective Jay Malone (Robert Schley) searches tirelessly for desperate kidnapped girl Josephine Grammatico (Inge Van Buren) in Kalamalka Secondary School’s production of Idiosyncrasies. ally directed by senior students, along with some stunning choreography,” said Thomas. “With the show, set, and props coming together piece by piece and rehearsals commencing, students are finding it hard to hide their enthusiasm.” Idiosyncrasies opens at Kalamalka Secondary’s Apple Box Theatre Thursday, May 26 and runs to Friday, June 3. (No shows May 29 or June 2.) All start at 7:30 p.m. with a special matinee presentation Saturday, May 28 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door.
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Young Dragons soar in competition GRAEME CORBETT Morning Star Staff
It could have just as easily been dubbed How to Train Your Dragon. That is the gist behind the Young Entrepreneur Dragon’s Den competition, which concluded with an awards luncheon Wednesday afternoon at Okanagan College. Now in its fourth year, the competition has rapidly expanded to include 33 junior and senior teams representing Fulton, VSS, Seaton, Kalamalka, Charles Bloom of Lumby and Pleasant Valley of Armstrong. Teams were responsible for forming business plans, which they presented to a panel of judges over three distinct stages – innovation, marketing and finance. The judging panel, representing a solid cross section of 22 local businesses, whittled the competitors down after each stage, leaving a total of eight teams – four senior and four junior – for the final stage. “It’s exciting. Nerveracking, but exciting,” smiled Lindsey Oliver, a Charles Bloom student whose pet casket company, Honoured Pet, took home the $1,000 first-place prize in the senior division. “You never thought you’d be judged by so many important people. It’s kind of scary.” Oliver, whose teammates are Hailey Lewis, Brittany Fuhr and Katie Ward, says Dragon’s Den offers entrepreneurial insight. “We learn a lot of new things. From this whole experience we know what we need to do to get a small business going.”
Senior division runners-up ($600) were BEAM – Ben Huston, Eli Klinger, Aaron Brown and Matt Willford. Third-place finishers ($400) and winners of the Innovation Award were Lil Dumper – Stacie Watson, Kaytlin Bevans, Melina Baranyi and Emily Lywood. In the junior division, the Super Awesome trio of Chris Leverman, Brendan Ryan-Lewis and Mordachai Borkowski claimed the $500 firstplace prize. Taking the $300 runners-up prize were the Crazi Quilterz duo of Shania Eilander and Deidra Holmwood. Elements of Life – Emily Milton, Ashley Poulin, Caitlin Gorman and Destiny Makohoniuk – finished third ($200), while the Gifats – Joey Beaumont, Sam Braun and Austin Stanley – received the Innovation Award. The Dragon’s Den, a spin-off of the popular CBC television show, is a partnership program between Okanagan College, Community Futures North Okanagan and the Vernon school district. SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) students Kaylin England and Jon Gardner, both in the Okanagan College business program, helped organize the event. Garth Maguire, an Okanagan College business professor and a founding advisor of SIFE Okanagan, says the Dragon’s Den competition is of particular significance to the Okanagan, where 97 per cent of business is small business. “Many of our youth are forced to leave for larger communities...
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Shania Eilander (left) and Deirdra Holmwood of Crazi Quilterz show off their wares to SIFE Okanagan's Paven Sekhon during a mini tradeshow prior to the Young Entrepreneurs Dragon's Den awards luncheon Wednesday afternoon at Okanagan College. to get employment that matches their skill set. What this does is provide an opportunity to further develop their skill set and start looking at developing business opportunities. “The earlier we start them in this process and have them understand the fundamentals of that, the better off they are.” The senior and junior winners will now compete in a regional Dragon’s Den competition against teams from Penticton and Kelowna. Events sponsors include: CIBC, AcuTruss Industries, BDO, Boston Pizza, Davidson Lawyers, Kal Tire, M&K Ready Mix, Okanagan School of Business and Romei Plummer CA.
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Lindsey Oliver (inside left), president of Honoured Pet, greets the crowd after she and partners Katie Ward (from left), Hailey Lewis and Brittany Fuhr won the $1,000 first-place prize at the Dragon's Den awards luncheon Wednesday afternoon at Okanagan College.
Breakfast seminar offers insight into economic growth strategy Morning Star Staff
Local municipalities will be serving up a slice of economic strategy with their bacon and eggs at the annual Mayors and Planners Breakfast Thursday morning at the Village Green Hotel. Sponsored by Monashee Surveying and Geomatics, the event, which runs from 7:15 to 9:00 a.m., aims to provide businesses
with an inside look at initiatives in Vernon, Coldstream and the North Okanagan. Said Deb Leroux, Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce president: “Businesses have this once-a-year opportunity to hear from, and speak to, the three levels of civic government in one meeting room. It is a great chance to get a lot of information exchanged and we at the chamber are excited to host this event. ”
Speakers include Vernon mayor Wayne Lippert and Kevin Poole, economic development officer; from Coldstream, mayor Jim Garlick and Craig Broderick, director of development services; and Anthony Kittlel, regional growth strategy coordinator, will represent RDNO. “Greater Vernon’s business community looks forward to learning more about the
strategic direction for economic development in the region and to participate in the conversation about maintaining and improving our prosperity,” added Leroux. Registration for the breakfast seminar is $25 (including HST) for chamber members, or $35 for non-members. Please register in advance by contacting the Vernon chamber at 250-545-0771.
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Olaf Plummer (from left) of Romei Plummer presents Brendan Ryan-Lewis, Chris Leverman and Mordachai Borkowski, creators of Super Awesome, with the $500 first-place prize for the junior division at the Young Entrepreneur Dragon’s Den awards luncheon Wednesday afternoon at Okanagan College.
A new series of short, innovative web videos from Small Business BC is being unleashed to support small business owners. The two- to three-minute videos, called Expert Insights, feature quick business tips on topics like incorporation, tax advantages, brand identity, and website building from high profile professionals like Angela Bains of CA Design Group and Kevin McLeod of Yardstick Services. By offering the Expert Insights video series on the Internet via YouTube, Small Business BC intends to reach and support entrepreneurs across all B.C. communities. Other business service providers can host the videos on their websites, with additional promotion through social media, making the videos widely accessible. The Expert Insights web series supports the goals of Canada’s Economic Action Plan and BC’s
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YOU AND THE LAW CONCUSSIONS AND POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME By Janice Mucalov, LL.B. It was big news when NHL superstar Sidney Crosby – whose overtime goal scored hockey gold for Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics – recently suffered a concussion in a hockey game. Though prominent, he is just one of several high-profile sports figures to suffer serious consequences following a head injury – “mild traumatic brain injury” (MTBI) – that is often poorly understood. But one benefit from Crosby’s misfortune is that it has led to media and Internet discussion of the potential consequences of a concussion (sometimes called “post-concussion syndrome”), which has helped clear up some misconceptions. For instance, there need not be a physical injury or blow to the head – a concussion can be brought about by severe or abrupt jarring or shaking of the head, e.g., the head snapping or whipping back or sideways. Also, the victim need not black out or lose consciousness, and may initially feel and seem okay, even to firstresponders at the scene or in the emergency room.
Take the 2010 B.C. Supreme Court case involving Mr. M, a 37-year old operations and fleet-manager of a trucking business. He was a passenger in a vehicle struck on the side where he sat. The other driver was fully at fault. The damage to both cars was relatively minor, but the impact caused Mr M. to be pushed into the corner (he was wearing his seatbelt) and his head and neck to be pinched and angled in an awkward position. He felt sick and dizzy, the pain in his head was excruciating and his back and neck hurt, and he was taken to hospital. Before the accident, Mr. M had been energetic, great at multi-tasking and routinely put in long hours at work. He had an easy-going manner, was socially engaged and enjoyed an active outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
All this changed dramatically in the years after the car accident. He suffered severe headaches, different from the sinus-type headaches he experienced before. He had problems with his vision, concentration, short-term memory and balance. He could mostly only work for a few hours at a time, and often he would have to stop work and go to a quiet, dark room to rest. As to his Thomas D.A. But the consequences of a personality, he became abrupt, concussion can be severe and Fletcher Q.C. short-tempered and aggressive. sometimes long-lasting or even In short, the accident caused him permanent. And the effects of several concussions are cumulative, so it’s criti- serious and permanent injuries, in the form of MTBI, affecting his ability to work and most cal to allow enough time for full recovery. other aspects of his life. One little known fact is that most cases of concussion or MTBI occur not in the sports arena The Court dismissed as unhelpful video-tape but in motor vehicle accidents. The Courts in evidence introduced by ICBC to suggest that B.C. accept the best current medical views of Mr. M exaggerated his problems. It accepted concussion and post-concussion syndrome, if medical evidence that he suffered from the proved by credible evidence. But they are on consequences of the concussion endured in the guard against exaggerated or fake claims. And car accident. This was not disproved simply the defendant in a lawsuit (ICBC in car colli- because hospital emergency room staff noted sion cases) will often try to show exaggeration no confusion or loss of consciousness. He was awarded $110,000 for pain and suffering and or fakery. $650,000 for loss of future earning capacity.
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Experience a Rocky Mountain high JANE CASSIE Special To The Morning Star
COLORADO - I’m always up for a good jaunt, but I’m not a fan of major heights, so when Brent, my Sherpafit husband, suggests we check out the Tundra Communities Trail, I get a little queasy. For the past four days, we’ve been in Colorado, exploring Rocky Mountain National Park, where 359 miles of hiking trails scroll its 265,770 heavenly acres. A quarter of these routes snake above the tree line and sixty peaks are higher than 12,000 feet — this being one of them. Step by step I plod through the alpine tundra, a region where only the hearty survive. A marmot tells me I’m too close by giving me his high-pitched bark. A pika scurries off to seek refuge in his nearby craggy homestead. Flanking my route are two-hundred species of scruffy groundhuggers that will bloom briefly in summer. As I slowly ascend, my head feels light, my breathing becomes short, and I wonder if I’ll be able to acclimatize. It had worked on the other hikes. On our first day, we had started off with an easy stroll through Moraine Park, once the melting basin of the Thompson Glacier, now a grassy plain, backed by a forested ridge and craggy peaks. The trail crosses a river and passes lodgings that share a piece of the past. In the 1920’ this area was home to three hotels, a post office and eventually a nine-hole golf course. Over recent years, it’s been restored back to its natural state. Now, instead of luring golfers, it’s a hot spot where the elk like to roam. The second day, we checked out the various options at Bear Lake. This hub is a bustling place, especially in sum-
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Anticipate some feathered-friends to stop for a visit while taking a break along one of the wilderness trails in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.
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Hallet Peak is just one of the features you will come across while hiking. mer and on weekends, when the Denver crowd arrives. A free shuttle service transported us from our trailer site to the trailhead where a wheelchair-accessible loop provides a taste of wilderness to those who aren’t able to hike. A paved pathway that led to lily-pad Nymph Lake still felt like Grand Central and was not much more than a walk in the park. But the crowd and air thinned out as we took the skyward stair-
way 200 vertical feet higher to the trout-filled treasure of Dream Lake. For the grand finale, we hoofed upward to Emerald, a crystal-clear jewel that shimmers in the shadow of Hallet Peak. And in the silence we sat, mesmerized by the beauty. Although a tad stiff by our third day, we had our hiking legs and the craving to see more. The Rockies seem to have that effect on visitors, whether they come to check out the abun-
dant wildlife or those omnipresent granite giants. And there are lots of options for every ability level, from slow saunters to the challenging 14,259-foothigh Longs Peak. Mills Lake and the Loch Fall are two hikes that fit somewhere in the middle, and after being dropped off by the shuttle at Glacier Gorge, we hiked them both. Tw e lve - h u n d re d feet in elevation and an entire day of spectacular
sights: cascading falls, forested moraines, Ice Age glaciers — and all backed by those impressive peaks. An easier way to view these beauties is to drive the Trail Ridge Road, a main artery that bridges the east to the west side of the park and links up the five campgrounds and visitors centers. Within an hour, this scenic route rises from the lush riparian grasslands to the alpine tundra where you’re given sweeping panoramas. At this road’s apex is the rooftop of the Rockies — and the Tundra Communities Trail. “It’s called the land of fierce extreme for good reason,” Brent says, as the blustery wind cuts through our jackets and the temperature plummets to a frigid low. Although this paved trek is only a short round-trip, with every step, I feel a little dizzier and weaker. But, in this case, the pain is worth the gain. Even before cresting this summit, we have a three hundred and sixty degree vista of the forever unfolding peaks. Many are topped with snow, some are pocketed with lakes
and all rise majestically from lush meadows and valleys below. “This is absolutely breathtaking,” I gasp, implying both literally and
figuratively. “Without a doubt, it’s another Rocky Mountain high.” Jane Cassie is with Travel Writers’ Tales, a newspaper syndicate.
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There are 9.1 million B.C. CareCards in circulation, but only 4.5 million people live in B.C. That’s one reason why the province’s health care costs are so high. Health Minister Mike de Jong is introducing a new “smart card” in an effort to cut down on unauthorized access to the health care system by residents of the United States and other jurisdictions who do not pay into the Medical Services Plan. De Jong introduced legislation Thursday to replace the plastic cards that B.C. started issuing in 1989. The new cards will include a picture and an electronic chip, and drivers will have the option of including health care registration on their driver’s licence. As with the driver’s licence, people will have to enrol and then renew the card every five years to maintain medical coverage. De Jong said there will be no extra charge for the new card, whether it is separate or included on a driver’s licence renewal. A program will be developed to go out to seniors’ homes and reach people who do not drive, he said. It is expected to take five years to put the new system in place. De Jong said the health ministry doesn’t have statistics on how much fraud there is, but other provinces have found that people are coming from other countries to take advantage of the health care system. NDP health critic Mike Farnworth said he wants to know how much the smart card program is going to cost, and how much it will really save. A survey of 399 cards last year indicated that 94 per cent of patients claiming MSP coverage were legitimate
residents of B.C., he said. MSP enrolment entitles people to publicly paid hospital treatment, as well as subsidized coverage for ambulance service and prescription drugs. De Jong said no one will be refused care, but those without MSP coverage will be billed for services.
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WILLIAMS, Ethel Kathleen It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Ethel Kathleen Williams on May 18, 2011 in Vernon, BC. Expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: vernon@myalternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237.
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SAKAKIBARA TSUTAKO September 1, 1916 January 8, 2011
JULIE TAMIKO August 14, 1947 May 5, 2011
Please join the family at a CelebraƟon of Life gathering on Saturday, May 28, at 2:00 p.m., in the ballroom of the PresƟge Inn.
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Arthur Frank Lambeth was born in Calgary, Alberta on June 20, 1927 and died peacefully in Vernon Jubilee Hospital on May 12, 2011, surrounded by his loving family. Art was predeceased by his wife of over 50 years, Thelma, in 2003 and is survived by his son, Bruce (Jeannie) Lambeth of Billings, Montana and daughters, Bonnie (David) Green of Vernon and Tracy (Sarah) Lambeth-ScoƩ of Vernon; granddaughters: Corinne (Carey) Burns, Amy Lambeth, Mandy (Brad) Horath, Damaris Stevens; 4 great-grandsons: DusƟn, Bryan, Taylor, and Tucker; 2 brothers, William of Sydney B.C. and Albert of Calgary; 2 sisters, Joyce and Kathie, both of Calgary, and many nieces, nephews and extended family members. Art is survived by his companion Vera GilleƩe of Vernon and her son Gordon (Lynn) GilleƩe of Williams Lake and their family. Art worked for the Alberta Forest Service for 35 years during which Ɵme the family lived in various parts of Alberta with his Įnal posƟng, for 20 years, in Edson. In 1978 Art and Thelma reƟred to Pender Island, B.C. and enjoyed many years living on Pender in the summer and Yuma, Arizona in the winter. Art was very involved in the Good Sams (lifeƟme member), Masonic Lodge (Edson) and with the Royal Canadian Legion and had the honor of becoming a life member of the Legion Branch #239 Pender Island. Art enjoyed curling, golf and shuŋeboard. In 1990, Art and Thelma moved to Oliver,B.C. and conƟnued to be “snowbirds” for many years. Art enjoyed over 33 years of reƟrement and enjoyed wine making, gardening, RVing, Įshing and collecƟng plates and coins and was game for anything that was on the go. In Jan. 2011, Art moved to Vernon to the Victorian Seniors ReƟrement Residence. Art was an honourable, gracious man. He lived his life believing you get back what you give out and had hundreds of friends from all walks of life. Art was compassionate and nonjudgmental. He had a sense of humor and a joyful spirit that stayed with him right to his last day. Art touched many hearts and he made a diīerence in many people’s lives in this world. Art loved life to its fullest. Art’s family would like to thank Dr. Schuch for his kindness and care of Dad and his family during this diĸcult Ɵme, and to all of the staī and nurses on 3 West at VGH and Arts private nurse, Lynda Reith. “Many Thanks and God Bless” A Memorial will take place June 3, 2011 at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home in Vernon at 2 pm followed by a “CelebraƟon” at the Victorian ReƟrement Residence at 3306 22nd Street at 3 pm. Everyone is welcome. In lieu of Ňowers donaƟons may be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital FoundaƟon earmarked for ConƟnuing EducaƟon. Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be oīered at www.pleasantvalleyĬ.com
In lieu of Ňowers or ‘koden’, friends wishing to do so may make donaƟons in memory of Tsutako to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital FoundaƟon, 2101 – 32 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5L2. DonaƟons in memory of Julie may be made to the Leukemia/BMT Unit at VGH/UBC Hospital FoundaƟon, 855 W. 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9. CremaƟon arrangements were entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.
John Ostafew May 28, 1915 – May 18, 2011 Almost 96 years of quiet adventure have come to an end with the passing of John Ostafew in Hospice House. John was a hard worker – on farms, orchards and logging operations then with his brothers at their Royalite Super Service and later Ostafew Gulf. The World War II veteran always enjoyed a game of cards, especially crib. He will be remembered for his love of family and for his rhubarb, raspberries and hazelnuts, which he shared selflessly with family and friends. John was predeceased by his wife Olga (1996), his parents Nick and Lena, his brothers Bill, Paul, Terry, Bob, his sister Anne, and infant grandson Dean. He is survived by his brother Morris (Daphne), his sister Phyllis (Frank), his daughter Fran (Anne), his sons Robin (Julia) and Shon (Lesley), his grandchildren John (Karen), Troy, Kerry (Chris), Michelle and Christopher, greatgrandchildren Nyk, Jaclyn, Cody, Dustin, Emily and Jakob as well as many loving nieces and nephews. We will all miss him dearly. Thank you to Dr. Lemiski, the helpful, hardworking staff at VJH and the caring, supportive people at Hospice House who made Dad’s final days comfortable. At John’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506 27th Ave, Vernon, V1T 1S4.
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DROTAR (nee Ferguson), Ruth Gwendolyn It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth Gwendolyn Drotar (nee Ferguson) on May 16, 2011 in Enderby, BC. Expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: armstrong@myalternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866 .
BARIC, Stanley Ernest It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley Ernest Baric on May 16, 2011 in Kamloops, BC. Expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: armstrong@myalternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866 .
JOHN PASKIEWICH We regret to announce the death at Hospice House on May 6, 2011, of John Paskiewich, at the age of 89 years. John was born in Poland and came to Canada as a young man. He was a resident of Vernon for over 20 years, and then moved to 100 Mile House for several years, followed by 15 years in Lillooet prior to his reƟrement back to Vernon in 1986. John loved woodworking and was an enthusiasƟc gardener with a love for all kinds of Ňowers. He was predeceased by his wife, Rose, in 2005, and one grandson, Gordie Surkan. John will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by son Nick (Marie) and daughter Mary (Lloyd) Surkan; grandchildren: Brian, Glenn, Steven (Brenda), Dale (Cindy), Karen (Kevin), Bev (Pete) and Brenda (Rod). He is further missed by 17 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and his companion, Agnes, and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. A CelebraƟon of Life Service will be held in the chapel of Pleasant Valley Funeral Home on Saturday, May 28, at 2:00 P.M. with a recepƟon to follow in the Tea Room. Friends wishing to do so may make donaƟons in memory of John to North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506 – 27 Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4. The family wish to thank all family and friends for their love and care over the years. Arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.
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In respecting Irene’s wishes, she was cremated and no memorial service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Irene to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C. #4-1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 9M9 Cremation arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605 – 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 (250) 542-1187
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FOUND: Saddle on East Vernon Rd(BX) Call 250-5452820 or 250-309-2441.
Nov. 3, 1927 - May 15, 2011 Born Vernon, B.C. November 3, 1927, died Kingston, ON May 15, 2011. Predeceased by Cora Lantz, Lenley Lantz, Frank Kowalski and Alex Kowalski. Survived by: Len (Marlene) Kowalski, Mill Bay B.C., Gordon (Elaine) Kowalski and sons Henry and Adam, Odessa ON, and Deborah Williams, Lethbridge, Alta. No service by request. UnƟl we meet again.
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250-542-3980 LOST: #1170 - “Merlin” - 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, n.male, black collar/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 with amber points, med. hair, blue eyes, large n.male, tattoo. Postill Drive nr. Kalavista Drive. Reward. #1178 - “Buster” - Black/ multi-coloured stripes, white bib & tum., 6 toes on front paws, med. hair, large n.male. Foothills Dr., off Silver Star Rd. Reward. #1179 - “Lichen” - Brown/ orange mix, white bib/paws/ nose, sht. hair, sp. female. Appaloosa Way, Bella Vista area. Reward. #1182 - “Romeo” - Dark orange tabby, yellow eyes, sht. hair, n.male, yellow collar. 40th Ave., off Alexis Park Dr. 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. #1180 - Tortoiseshell (med. shade), white bib & paws, grey face with black stripes, med. hair, flully white tip tail, female. 31st St., behind Ambulance Stn. March/April/11. #1181 - Black & white, face half balck half white,sht. hair, large male. Alexis Park area by Becker Mtn. May 9/11. #1183 - Brown tabby, med. hair, n.male, tattoo but cannot deicpher. Found nr. Seaton School May 13/11.
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A Memorial Service will be held at Trinity United Church on Saturday, May 28th, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Bob Thompson ofÀciating. A reception will follow in the church hall. In lieu of Áowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Nelson may do so to Parkinson Society British Columbia, 600 – 890 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1J9. Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be offered at www.pleasantvalleyfh.com
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December 20, 1948 – May 8, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Fergie McLean May 8th, 2011 at Hospice House, Vernon, British Columbia, at 62 years of age. He passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his partner, Sylvia; son Fergie Jr.; brothers, Alex (LeAnn), Tim (Janice); sisters, Maradee (Ed), Shea (Steve); many nieces and nephews; Sylvia’s daughters, Karen, Leah and Kimberly and by his close friends Derek and Ellen. He was predeceased by his parents Joseph (Bus) and Genevieve and by his brothers, John, Danny and David. Fergie was born in Vancouver and grew up in Tsawwassen. He lived in New Zealand for 13 years where his son was born. In 1991 they returned to Canada to be closer to family and settled in Calgary. An avid baseball player and sports junkie, he loved the Yankees and the Habs. Fergie moved to Vernon in 2005, worked at Dodds Auction in the summers and enjoyed the winters in Arizona where he and Sylvia continued to share their love of tennis, pickle ball and more baseball. He was a caring, considerate and gentle man who lived his life with honesty and integrity. He will be truly missed. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. DeBeer and the staff at North Okanagan Hospice Society (3506 – 27th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4) in Vernon for their care and compassion during this difficult time. A Celebration of Fergie’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 28th, 2011 at Vernon Christian Fellowship (4506 – 29th Street, Vernon, British Columbia). In lieu of flowers, donations to the NOHS would be greatly appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: vernon@myalternatives.ca Arrangements entrusted to Personal Alternative Funeral Services Vernon 250-558-0866, Armstrong 250-546-7237
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He was predeceased by his parents, Helen and George Anderson, his wife, May, and two infant siblings, Axel and Georginia. Nelson is survived by two sisters, Dorothy Killam of Sooke, BC, Janet (Harry) Sommerville of Nelson, BC, and son, Greame Stitt ; his second wife, Carmen , her children: Beverly, Todd and Troy Yanulik and their son, George (Charlene) Anderson; his third wife, Ronnie, and her children, Dena and Stephen, and their son, Jeff Anderson , extended family and many friends.
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Irene Phyllis Crawford was born on July 8th, 1920 in Portslade, England and passed away on May 16th, 2011 in Vernon, B.C. at the age of 90 years. Irene will be lovingly remembered by her husband; David, to whom she was married for 37 years, her daughter; Rita Cole of Portslade, England, her grandchildren; Laurence and Matthew Cole of Portslade, England, one great-grandchild as well as extended family members and friends. Irene was preceded in death by her daughter, Gloria.
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Full time Dental Assistant Aspenware Inc. is currently accepting applications for a Millwright/Mechanic. This is a full time position at Aspenware’s Lumby BC facility. Certification may not be necessary. Please provide your resume on line to jobs@aspenware.ca Only qualifying applicants will be contacted.
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Tow Truck Driver required for Vernon company. Drop off resume and driver’s abstract to 4407 - 31st Street, Vernon
is looking for an Experienced Travel Agent to join their team. Please contact Colleen 250-558-6183 or colleen@visionstravel.net Edo Japan Fruit Union, Mature, f/t & p/t casual worker. Kitchen experience required. Able to work evenings, weekends & split shifts. Apply within between 10:30-11:30 Mon-Fri.
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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 Please submit Resume to Box #8 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 25th Ave., Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 or by fax at 250-542-5814 or e-mail to careers@okrestore.com We thank all applicants, but only those chosen for an interview 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 to Box #4 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 25th Ave., Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 or 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.
RESIDENTIAL CARE AIDE/GROUP HOME COUNSELLOR IN VERNON AND ARMSTRONG Casual/On Call (must be willing to work evenings and weekends) Qualifications - Special Needs Worker Certificate or Extended Worker Certificate or Human Service Worker Certificate or Care Aid Certificate or Community Support Worker Certificate and First Aid.
Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is responsible for the on-going planning and delivery of community supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families throughout the province. Analyst position available in the Vernon Quality Service Office. Please see competition #2011.076 posted on our website for details and mention you saw the ad in this paper. Closing date is May 30, 2011. For more information on this and all other available positions, visit our website: www. communitylivingbc.ca.
PRODUCTION WORKERS WANTED Physically demanding job. $10.20 per hour to start. Please apply in person to 4407 25th Avenue, Vernon side door in parking lot. Please see Angel.
Skills - Ability to use positive reinforcement techniques, bridge non verbal communications, assessments and programming, computer literate and work in a team environment.
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR DROP INS Wages per BCGEU Agreement
Vernon Community
MUSIC SCHOOL SUMMER STUDENT OFFICE ADMINISTRATION CLERK • 12 weeks - June, July, August - 35 hrs per week Qualifications: • Excellent communication skills • Excellent computer skills • The ability to learn new computer programs • The ability to work independently Qualified persons are invited to submit resumes to: vcmscorinne@shaw.ca Deadline: 5pm Friday, May 27, 2011
Apprentice Carpenter – our Building Maintenance Department are looking for an energetic individual to join their team and start an apprentice carpentry program. The position will report to our Building Maintenance Department who are responsible for the up keep of all our buildings. This position is full time year round @ the starting wage of $13 per hour based on a 40 hour week to start as soon as possible. For a detailed job description, please visit our website at www.skisilverstar.com or contact Alison Crick, Human Resources Manager - hr@skisilverstar.com
SKISILVERSTAR.COM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
LABOURERS (Full-time – Temporary) Immediately – October, 2011, approximately Reporting to an assigned Unit Manager, Operator, Tradesman or Equivalent, this position carries out a variety of work necessary for the completion of the municipality’s construction and maintenance operations in the areas of water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage system, road, sidewalks, parks and buildings, and performs other work as required. Rate of pay: $21.09/hr. Only applications submitted with a valid driver’s abstract will be considered. Please note only short-listed candidates will be asked to apply for a criminal record check. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is May 27, 2011. Please quote competition #36-COV-11.
Start rate per hour - $15.23 per hour + benefits Forward resume with cover letter, qualifications and references to: Kindale Developmental Association PO Box 94 Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 E-mail: kindale@kindale.net Fax: 250-546-3053
General Handyman – our Property Management Team are looking for a general handyman to help take care of their properties. The position includes general maintaining, general cleaning, laundry, landscaping, garbage removal and requires physical labour. This is a full time year round position @ $12.00 per hour based on a 40 hour week to start as soon as possible.
Of¿ce manager required for full time employment at local manufacturing ¿rm. Must be a self starter with good organization skills. The successful applicant will possess excellent inter-personal skills, have a strong work ethic, be physically ¿t and work well with others. Good computer skills are also an asset. Applicant should have at least one year managerial experience and/or a business diploma. This is a key, long-term position. Central Tarp and Awning Ltd has a 30 year track record of excellence in quality and customer service. Duties include: Ó In-house sales Ó Answering phones Ó Assisting in the scheduling of manufacturing production Ó Inventory management Ó Shipping/Receiving Bene¿ts: Ó Competitive wages Ó Medical and Dental Program Ó Positive working environment Apply in person: Central Tarp and Awning Ltd. #104 – 1710 Kosmina Rd Vernon, B.C. V1T8T2 ( Ask for Ray or Dean) or email to: ray@centraltarp.com
Routes Available Consider being an independent carrier for The Morning Star. Students & Adults both welcomed. ARMSTRONG RT 516 Springview Pl & Sidney Cres Available July 1
COLDSTREAM RT 208 Cactus Dr & Primrose Dr Available May 13
OKANAGAN LANDING RT 417 OK Ave & Cummins Rd Available now
BX RT 83 48 Ave & Anderson Way Available now
RT 218 Kalamalka Rd & Aberdeen Rd Available May 13
SWAN LAKE RT 310 Herry Rd & Holbrook Rd Available now
RT 101 39 Ave & Mutrie Available now CITY RT 70 27 St & 45 Ave (Village Green area) Available now COLDSTREAM RT 207 Kalamalka Rd & Creek Dr Available May 13
RT 216 Giles Dr & DeJong Dr Available now EAST HILL RT 84 30 Ave & 11 St Available May 20
RT 311 Gibbs Rd & Cools Rd Available now RT 313 Herry Rd & Pleasant Valley Rd Available now
RT 46 9 St & 35 Ave Available now ENDERBY RT 906 Sicamous/Granville/George Available now
contact Donna Tuesday-Friday, 250-550-7901 for more info
Sunday, May 22, 2011 - The Morning Star B21
www.vernonmorningstar.com
Employment
Services
Help Wanted
Work Wanted
Financial Services
Evolve Studio is looking to rent a chair to a confident stylist. Own clientele preferable. Call (250)307-0711 HALINA SENIORS CENTRE: Requires an experienced baker for 1 to 2 days a week. Must be a team player & take pride in their baking. Food Safe a must. Please call Rose at 250542-2877 to set up an appointment Mon-Fri 10am to 2pm. JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! No experience necessary, we will train. Must be 18+yrs. of age. Call 250-860-3590 or Email: info@plazio.ca Refrigerated Warehouse Person, F/T, physically fit with some heavy lifting, forklift certification & computer knowledge. Please reply with resume & references to Box #5, c/o The Morning Star, 4407 25th Ave, Vernon, BC. Required- a qualified cabinet installer & a qualified stone countertop installer. 549-2875 Required immediately for Interior full time work, 5 days a week, good return for right person, split shift experience, fluent English a must. Smoke free environment. Fax drivers abstract and resume to 250546-0409 between 8-4pm only. No weekends.
Mark’s Yard Maintenance Tree pruning, hedges, yard clean up, dump runs & tree removal. Small landscape jobs. Call (250)307-0683 Reasonably Priced! Painting, Dump Runs, Eves Trough Cleaning, Tree Removal, Yard Work. Chris @ 250-938-3583
Employment
Employment
Help Wanted
www.planetbeach.ca
Required Immediately
PART-TIME SPA CONSULTANT Looking for a MATURE and PROFFESIONAL person to work at our spa location. You must enjoy skincare and nutrition wellness, be a team player who can communicate effectively with all age groups. If you are a multi-taker who is available to work days, evenings and weekends and has reliable transportation please drop off your resume at our spa location: #120 – 5651 24th Street Vernon. (Wal-mart complex next to Wok Box)
HEY YOU... YEAH YOU! WANT A JOB? 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.
CALL 250-860-9480
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? 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
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.
OfÀce Support
Alternative Health Mountain Acupuncture & Laser Therapy Marcel Mallette, Registered Acupuncturist. 7639 Silver Star Rd. Vernon 250-260-3892
Art/Music/Dancing Piano & Theory lessons. Registered music teacher excepting students now for September. Summer lessons available. Lisa Parsons, ARCT Performer & teacher, 250-5584670, bachndroll@yahoo.ca
Health Products BERGAMONTE The natural way to improve your glucose, cholesterol and cardiovascular health! Call today to find out how to get a free bottle with your order! 888-470-5390 CAN’T GET up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! 1-866-981-5991
Financial Services
OUR company is currently accepting applications for the position of an Administrative Assistant.Send resumes to cpcpt@hotmail.com.
Reduce Debt
70%
Trades, Technical
by up to
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
• Avoid bankruptcy • 0% Interest
Travel/Tourism MARLIN TRAVEL Vernon is looking for full time experienced travel professionals to join our team. Contact Vicki at 250-542-5371 for details.
Work Wanted
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.
A1. DUMP RUNS, SPECIALIZING IN SMALL MOVES! LAWNS. Paul 250-550-4256 DUMPRUNZ (Vernon’s Own) Fast courteous service. Yard waste, household junk, we haul it all. 250-307-9449 Handymen: Repairs, Reno’s, Painting, Window Cleaning, pressure washing, yard work, dump runs... 250-550-9099 Journeyman Plumber / Handyman - reasonable rates. (Wes) 250-546-9423 Ad runs Sundays only.
Volunteers
Volunteers
Ve r n o n Hearts and Hands Community Network
Services
and
1-866-888-8681
NEED CASH TODAY? ✓ Do you Own a Car? ✓ Borrow up to $20000.00 ✓ No Credit Checks! ✓ Cash same day, local office www.REALCARCASH.com 250-434-4346
Countertops GRANITE SLAB SALE 30% OFF All Kitchens, kitchen counters, bathroom counters, vessel sinks. 150 colors to choose from GREAT QUALITY & SERVICE Open 9-4 Mon-Fri, 10-2 Sat. Showroom: 1115 Gordon Dr. Free Est. 250-870-1577 CUSTOM ROCKCOUNTERS.COM
REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.
Fencing BUY DIRECT! Fence Panels, Fencing, Siding, Decking, Rough Lumber, Posts & Beams. 1-800-838-6036 or 250-546-6038, POST POUNDING & Excavating. Great rates. No transport fee. 250.308.5403.
Small ads, BIG deals! Volunteers
• Special Event Volunteers
attend special events
✸
• School Program Interpreter
share naturalistic knowledge with children
✸
Rowing and Paddling Centre
• Adaptive Rowing Assistant
assist clients with disabilities
1-2 hrs/wk
Art Gallery
• Food Server
serve refreshments
July 20, 2011
• Bartender
bar tend for receptions
Thurs 5-8 pm
• Walking Partner
walking with patients
✸
• Activity Leader
lead activity in small group ✸ One hour
• Lunchtime Assistant
assist with lunch
Allen Brooks Nature Centre
• Many Other Positions Daybreak
✸
Feed & Hay
Moving & Storage FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
Painting & Decorating BUDGET PAINTING, Interior, Exterior, Residential, Commercial, Summer Special 25% Off, 15 Years Experience, Excellent References, Fully Insured, 100% Customer Satisfaction, Senior Discounts, Free Estimates, 1(250)571-9722
Rubbish Removal DUMPRUNZ (Vernon’s Own) Fast courteous service. Yard waste, household junk, we haul it all. 250-307-9449 JUNK REMOVAL We haul it all. Call anytime. Ray 250-307-0837.
Tree Services
Lawn Cutting, yard maint., reasonable rates, seniors disc. Free est. Doug 250-503-6870
Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay
Landscaping
2nd cut grass hay, small square bales, $7/bale. 250838-6725 HAY FOR SALE, easy access. Call (250)545-1817
BARK MULCH Fir or Cedar,$20 per yard. Delivery included on orders over 30 yards. Shavings and Sawdust available. 250-838-6630.
Excellent horse hay, 25% alfalfa, 75% grass, barn stored, no rain, round bales, $60/bale, Ford Tractor 7600, $8000.obo. 250-558-9791 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.
Livestock
*HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763. PREMIUM quality horse hay. No rain $6.50/bale. Delivery available Enderby 250 838 6669
Livestock Organic certified Black Angus Loala cows, heifers,steers, yearling bulls.Bred sows, NZ Border collies,250 -547 -6253.
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110 Landscaping
Landscaping
Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading
• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies
OWNERS: KEVIN & LORI WOURNELL
Authorized Dealer
250-542-8191
4620-23rd Street
www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.
Livestock
Livestock
SPRING HOURS Monday to Friday 8-6 Saturday 8-5 Closed Sunday
LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:
250-938-0868
Computer Services
Computer Services
™ MicroSolve Computer Solutions
In the convenience of your Home Computer Troubleshooting, Repair, Performance Maintenance & Virus Control. Personalized in-home Computer Training with your programs, Internet, E-mail, scanner, camera, printer & cleaning up harddrive.
Cheryl Andrus Microsoft Professional + Internet Microsoft Certified System Engineer A+ Service Technician
542-8620
WE DO IT ALL! • PC Hardware Troubleshooting • Virus, Spyware & Adware Removal • Computer Data Backup Arrangements • Hard Drive Data Recovery
May 18, 2011
Comments
Feed & Hay
Cheap danger tree removal by Certified faller. 250-546-6299 250-804-5113
D i s t r i c t Vo l u n t e e r B u r e a u
Duties
Landscaping LOCALLY Grown Pyramid Emerald Cedars 6’-7’ $20. 8’ + $30. Many other Junipers & shrubs. Ph: 250-542-6004
ARMSTONG AREA- reliable weekly lawn cuts, from $25. 250-546-6050, 250-317-5940.
volunteervernon.ca or 250-545-0585 Ext. 239 Located in the NOEES Office 3201 - 30th Street
Required Positions
Pets & Livestock
Garden & Lawn
If you would like to offer a few hours of your time to the community, here are some Key: ✸ you and the agency will determine time Volunteer Opportunities Organization
Pets & Livestock
CERTIFIED climber will safely remove danger trees Fruit tree and hedge pruning Clean up done right! Professional service at great rates 250-558-9030
www.4pillars.ca
DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation. BBB accredited. 250-860-1653 www.4pillars.ca
Services
14 years serving the community
KELPRO COMPUTERS 2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 669-0561
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
We load pickups, trailers, etc … and we deliver! • Screened Topsoil • Decorative Rock • Natures Gold Products • Bark Mulch • Manure and Peat • Sand and Gravel
542.7520
ACROSS FROM VERNON GOLF COURSE ENTRANCE
609 KAL LAKE ROAD
LARGE. SMALL 250.541.0111 VISA DECORATIVE DEBIT SPRING HOURS MASTERCARD Mon. - Fri. INTERACT 8:00 am - 4:30 pm LAVA ROCK SENIORS DISCOUNT Sat. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm SLATE Sun. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed Stat Holidays LANDSCAPE BLAST ROCK WHITE DOLOMITE BARK MULCH www.justrocks.ca TOP SOIL SAND & GRAVEL
JUST
ROCKS
186 GREENHOW RD., VERNON 1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND
NO ROCK TOO BIG NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
B22 Sunday, May 22, 2011 - The Morning Star
www.vernonmorningstar.com
HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION
Nu-Look Homeworks
You Belong
Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring”
HERE! You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory
Insured * References * Guaranteed
Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435
Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst. • Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design
JOB JAR
House Washing starting at $
15000
Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations
We do Painting too!
250-550-8519
No job too small! Annette & Dennis 250-307-6484 (Cell)
250-542-8368 (Home)
WHITESTONE RENOVATING & PAINTING
• Renovations Quality • Handyman Since 1989 Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience CALL TOM: 308-8778
LTD.
• Siding • Soffit
• General Carpentry • Aluminum Railings • New & Renovations • Vinyl Decking
GEORGE SIMMONS 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
Independently Owned and Locally Operated
kelowna.handymanconnection.com Now serving all the North Okanagan including Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Falkland, Lavington, Coldstream, BX & Oyama
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
HANDYMAN
HANDS Renovations & Repairs Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Lawn & Garden Care
TIM 250-307-8772 Quality Work Guaranteed
Honest Renovations
No Job Too Small! Carpentry Work from ground up. Serving Vernon area.
Morgan@547-6646
Send your s 2ENOVATION PROBLEM SOLVING LAYOUT DESIGN SOLUTIONS renovation ideas to s #USTOMIZED PROJECT DRAWINGS s 0ROJECT COSTING mikethiem@msn.com or s 0ROJECT MANAGEMENT s &REE CONSULTATION call 250.549.9686
WINDOWS & DOORS “For all your window and door needs GOVERNMENT GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!” $70 per
Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location
NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7
CONTACT
New Construction or Renovations KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan
CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
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
220th 0thh A Anniversary i RENOVATIONS & & ADDITIONS ADDITIONS RENOVATIONS “I Do Not Hesitate To Recommend Dave” “We Wholeheartedly Endorse Dave” “We Recommend Him To You” FREE ESTIMATES • Call Dave
250-558-7653 250-558-7653
550-4535
BILL’S HOME REPAIR TCD
C: 250-309-0621 H: 250-838-0449 Fax: 250-838-0459
• Painting (Exterior & Interior) • Decks, Plumbing, Fencing NO JOB TOO SMALL • SINCE 1992
Wood Design
Renovations Inside & Outside Carpentry & Finishing • 30 Years Experience
503-4606 • 558-3352
Free Estimates •References
billshomerepair@hotmail.com
Call Marc - Cell: 250.306.5505 or Home: 250.546.2406
TUTORING
GUTTERS
GATEWAY MOBILE TUTORING SERVICE
Specializing in English, French, Social Studies & Elementary. lstanek@telus.net
250-260-5244
CRANE SERVICES
FOR HIRE
5Ton 20’ Deck Hiab Truck SPECIALTY TRAILER RENTALS 250-545-3238
Loubc@telus.net
• Seamless Gutters • Vinyl & Hardi Plank Siding • Fascia & Soffits • Exterior Painting
( 250 ) 542-4492
TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
Sunday, May 22, 2011 - The Morning Star B23
www.vernonmorningstar.com
RV REPAIR
CLEANING 3D
Cleaning Services
* Quality Cleaning * Eco Friendly Products
Tannis 250-558-8552 tannismorrison@gmail.com
Let Us Do It 4 You Cleaning Residential & Commercial • Licensed & Insured Cleaning with Integrity & Diligence! atwood.bernice@gmail.com
Phone: 778-475-5578
ON SITE RV
REPAIRS, RESTORATIONS & DELIVERIES NEW HORIZON RV 250-545-3238
WINDOW CLEANING
PAINTING
250-542-2599 250-540-3484
ABODE DECORATING Let the ladies do it! - Interior Painting - Color Consultations - Decorating Services
250.309.3178
College Pro PAINTERS Residential Exterior Painting • Quality Work • Competitively Priced • 2 Year Warranty
250-309-9754
You Belong
HERE! You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
549-0115
JACK WESSELL PAINTING INTERIOR • EXTERIOR • NEW CONSTRUCTION CEILINGS • TEXTURED OR PAINTED REPAINT • STUCCO • VINYL • WOOD (Minor Repairs) JACK 250-308-2870 cell
WINDOW CLEANERS • Homes • Commercial • Construction Clean • Water Stain Removal
Now With Ultra Pure Water Cleaning System Get your sills washed same time as your windows! VERNON - LUMBY - ARMSTRONG - OYAMA
250-307-3760
308-9783 549-5140
You WILL be noticed and get MORE business in this directory CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
All Your Drywalling Needs
DAVIES DRYWALL
Additions, Basements, Renovations, Steel Stud Framing, Drywalling, Taping, Dropped Ceilings Call Attila: 250-546-6282
CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663
CONCRETE CUTTING & CORING CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
Interior CONCRETE
CUTTING SERVICES
Wall Sawing Slab Sawing Core Drilling Cutouts for Windows & Doors Serving the Interior of BC
1-877-475-8700
Kelowna • Winfield
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
20 x 10’
1999
$
Patio Cover ....................
INSTALLED
Many Other Sizes Available. See our website: www.glaluminumpatiocovers.com Do-It-Yourself Kits Available!
FREE ESTIMATES
G.L. Aluminum Patio Covers Inc. Toll Free:
1-866-767-0102 • Okanagan Based
Brighter Outlook
You WILL be noticed and get MORE business in this directory
Residential & Construction Deron Sanderson
250.306.2679
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
LAWN CARE MAINTENANCE Dave’s Landscaping
LANDSCAPING
Now Booking for Pruning, Power Raking, Fertilization, Weekly Lawn Care & General Yard Maintenance 45 Years ++ exp. Call Dave
A.S. (Andi) Towns • Driveways Owner • Patios • Walkways OFFICE: (250) 542-8316 • Rockwalls CELL: (250) 309-4539
250-308-8910
LAWN MOWING LAWN MOWING
DRYWALL
VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING
window cleaning
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
SUPERIOR DECK LTD
Enjoy a new patio cover from G.L. Aluminum
DAN’S PAINTING & REPAIRS RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING RELIABLE - WORK GUARANTEED - CHEAPEST RATES IN TOWN - WCB INSURED
DECK/PATIO COVERS
Retired guy looking to keep busy. Reasonable rates for weekly or one time work. Call Warren
Stone Paving & Landscaping
EMAIL: heritagestonepaving@hotmail.com
Over 15 years Experience • Call for a Free Quote
MERIDIAN LAWN & GARDEN CARE
Landscape Renewals - Journeyman Gardener Offering Complete Lawn & Garden Care
* Residential * Commercial * Strata
250-545-2298 or 250-306-3395
“Improving Your Property One Visit at a Time”
THE
NAGY LANDSCAPING
LAWNMOWER M
Strata AN Residential, & Commercial
BOOKING NOW: B
2250-545-7818 50-545-7818 BOOK-250.540.0202-NOW!
Lawn Mowing, Weeding, Hedge & Shrub,Trim & Shape, Garden Recovery etc.
BOOK NOW!
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Call or email jan for a Free Estimate
WEEKLY LAWN MAINTENANCE, TREE PRUNING & REMOVAL, HEDGE TRIMMING, WEED CONTROL, YARD CLEANUP, LANDSCAPE RENEWALS, LANDSCAPING Licenced & Insured
250-547-2429 • 250-306-9896
NO JOB TOO SMALL
mazerjan@hotmail.com
250-550-5386
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
QUESTIONS? CONTACT
250 550 7900 250-550-7900
• Design • Installation • Maintenance
558-3507
“Making Green Space YOUR Space”
www.outdooraspects.com
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www.vernonmorningstar.com
CONCRETE
EXCAVATING
R. I. P. Mudjacking
ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD.
& Underpinning Ltd.
• Lift sunken sidewalks, slabs, stairs,
pool decks and house foundations
• Form and place new sidewalks,
RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL
EARTHWORKS LTD. Excavating, Trucking & Materials Bobcat, Mini Hoe, Residential, Earthworks
Joe Prebushewski Cell: (250) 550-6208 Fax: (250) 549-3899 • Email: bearpawearthworks@telus.net
patios, driveways
!Free Estimates!
(250) 545-9522 (778) 475-3978
BOOKKEEPING
STEVE BERNHARDT
I CAN DIG IT
General Ledger • Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation • Payroll
EXCAVATING • DECORATIVE ROCK PLACING • RETAINING & ROCK WALL BOBCAT SERVICE • LARGE & SMALL EXCAVATORS & DUMP TRUCKS
BOOKKEEPING
TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIEDS DEPARTMENT AT
250-550-7900
+PEJ 3PMLF
Pets
1 purebred female Siamese kitten, ready to go, $100. (250)260-7974
Australian Shepherd Blue Merle pups. Australian Shepherd/Border CollieX. Blue Merle pups. $500. 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 ďŹ lls fast. (250)558-5322 Chihuahua puppies, 2 male. Born April 6, avail June 8 wk. black/white, & brown/white. 1st shots & vet checked. View anytime or I can email photos. Father 3.5lbs & mother approx 5lbs. 250-546-8240 Wolf/Shepherd/Rotti X puppies, family raised, 9wks $200. 250-379-2977 Falkland
Auctions
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Pets FREE to a good home a 9 year old gray, uffy, affectionate, female Tabby cat. She needs a single cat home. Phone 250 309 0051. Rescue Chihuahua’s. All are ďŹ xed, vaccinated, micro chipped, all females. $300 6 pound chocolate brown, 7 pound Min Pin cross, 12 pound Min Pin Chi cross, 8 lb blonde Chihuahua. 250541-7778. 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
Merchandise for Sale
Antiques / Vintage 2 24� square antique side tables, $100. ea (250)542-1707 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. Antique Armoire, 4�Wx72�T, bevelled mirrors, $495. (250)542-1707
Appliances #1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 Maytag white washer, large capacity. $65. (250)938-2686
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BIG M Auction Sale Saturday, May 28th, 11:00 am. 5765 Falkland Road, Falkland. Saddles & tack, Antiques, collectable’s, tools, gift wear, household goods. Already consigned: 5 wood butter churns, grain thresher, old wood bowl & kitchen tools, wood rake & hay fork, chrystal set, cream cans, oxen hames & collar, wagon ower planter, driving harness w/German collar, pony driving harness, gold scales, amythest & quartz, organ & electric piano, gas stove, large amount of saddles & tack, & much more. Consignments welcome, no buyers fees. 250379-2078 or 604-850-4238. Visa, M/C, interac.
Weber & Markin, The Best Little Gun Shop Around. SKS, Glock, SIG, AR-15, S&W, Ammo, etc 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel 250-762-7575. Tues-Sat, 10-6.
Two good twin mattresses with box springs for sale. $150 each. 250-542-6845.
Building Supplies 100 feet #6 Underground Tec Cable, $80. (250)545-5597 16-18ft treated ďŹ r beams @ $100. (250)307-6562 Quality Patio Covers @ reasonable prices. www.glaluminumpatiocovers.com Reno sale, 3 toilets complete with seats, 1 vanity with pedestal, all in excellent condition. $150 for all. (250)558-6167 Reno Sale; toilets, bath & kitchen sinks, doors w/frames, dressers, coffee tables, antique school desks. (250)5581481
Farm Equipment Front End Loader for 135 Massey Ferguson or Ford Low Platform $350. (250)547-9645 Hay Rake 3-pth $275. (250)547-9645 LAND Pride Rotary Cutter RCR 1860. Like new $800. Call 250-542-4848.
Fertilizers Chicken Manure compost, Top Soil, Peat, (250)260-0604
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MEGA Garage & Plant Sale Sat. May 28th, 8am - 4pm Sun. May 29th, 9am - 3pm Sat. June 4th, 8am - 2pm (Bargain Day!) at 250 Allan Brooks Way (Just above the Army Camp off Mission Rd)
DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 2PM 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
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Donations appreciated only if it is saleable & in good working condition. Please call the Centre at 250-260-4227 to make an appointment for drop off or for pick up. Proceeds go towards the development & promotion of educational programs and the purchase of resource materials.
DEER PROBLEMS? Problem solved! Bobbex Deer repellent available in Canada. Easy, economical, safe. Available at local garden centres. Dealer inquiries welcome. Ask for BOBBEX. www.bobbex.ca Honda lawn tractor. $350. Gas lawn mower. $80. 250260-5819.
Colonial Solid Maple dining rm table/4chrs, china cabinet. $375. (250)260-5990, delivery.
Enderby, 645 Mabel Lake Rd. May 21, 22 & 23, 8-3pm. Moving Sale.
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French Provincial dining room suite- oak table, 6 chairs & stand up hutch. Exc. Cond. $900. 250-308-7965
SAT May 21 & Sun May 22, 4210 16th AVE. Books, sports cards, household items, music and more.
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
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.
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
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SHOPRIDER Scooters & Power Chairs, Lift Chairs, Walkers & ramps, new & used. www.okmobilityscootersplus.ca Shoprider Dealer, Kelowna: 250-764-7757, Vernon: 250542-3745, Toll free: 1-888-5423745
2 new 4x4 Pic. windows reno Flang $140.ea. 4x4 new skylight mounting kit $90., 2 turbine roof vents $30.ea, white double cast iron sink $80. (250)542-6829 Broil King gas BBQ. $10. (778)475-1561 Eco digital salt water softener system, w/remote monitor, like new. $150. obo. 250-5587924. Falkland cedar 2 seat bench arbour, new $450, asking $199. (250)545-3849 Fax machine, Panasonic, digital. Modern & light weight. $35 obo. (250)275-0995 Fish finder, hummingbird piranhamax 160, new in sealed package. $85. (250)260-3862 Freezer beef, grain fed, no hormones, no antibiotics, by the side, $2.65 lb. CWF. 250307-3430. Glass railing, 24’, Regal style, less than 1/2 price. $450. 250545-1552 Hardy Water Lilies. Various colours. Fertilized in 1 gallon pots, ready for your pond, $15 or 2 for $25. (250)545-9642 New Solid 5/8” Bamboo Flooring 180 sq.ft. = $385.obo no tax. Norm 250-542-5250 Osburn wood stove with 3 30” insulated stove pipes $495. (250)542-1707 Pantry Shelf Unit 65”x32”x16” with doors, wood grain $50., Shelf unit 72”x30”x12” with doors $25. 250-545-3392 Silver Buyer in Town Now. Buying Old Coins, Collections, Silver, Sterling,Flatware, Gold, Jewelry, etc. 1-800-948-8816
WANTED: Good used furniture, beds also. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 White Truck Canopy $150., Samsung 19” flat screen monitor $50. Ford extenda mirrors $25. 10” Craftsman miter saw w/stand $50. Metal 3-drwr tool stand $10. (250)542-1707
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BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.
CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259 1/2 Price 12.3 laminate 850s/f, underlayment included. Will install. 250-260-8511 1.5hp Treadmill, $75, nice. 14” Homelite Chainsaw, $75, 14” Weedeater, Rotorblade Lawnmower. (250)542-0531 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. 4-drawer oak Mate’s Bed w/headboard & extra storage $195. (250)307-4167
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CITY OF ARMSTRONG GARAGE SALE SIGNS This is a notice to Armstrong residents that garage sale signs are now permitted under the City of Armstrong Zoning Bylaw with the following restrictions: •
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Signs must be free standing (not attached to a wood or metal utility pole, street sign pole, bench, fence, building or any other structure); Signs must be placed no sooner than 24 hours prior to the garage sale and removed no later than 24 hours after completion with an overall time limit of 72 hours in order to minimize the number of unsightly signs in the community; Maximum size: 1.0 square meter (10.76 square feet) in residential zones and 3.0 square meters (32.29 square feet) in non-residential zones;
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping the community looking its best.
Misc. Wanted CASH - I buy Pellet guns, working or not. Curley’s Trading Post, Enderby Flee market. 250-804-8698 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 Wanted: treated landscape ties, 3 1/2”x 4 1/2” x 8’. 250542-5439.
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3bdrm heritage hse, in Lumby On large lot. Near all amens. $219,900. 250-547-9659 3bdrm house on Shuswap River, 1.03 acres, beautiful garden, privacy. New roof, RV storage, lrg shop w/garage. $359,900. (250)838-7929 view
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House for Sale or rent to own 3103 26th St.
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OPEN HOUSE May 29th 2-4PM EAST HILL House for Sale or rent to own 3103 26th St. 5 Bedroom (Incls in-law-suite)
$325,000 propertyguys.com listing@ 9716
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Ladies 9 Bite Gold shoes. Good cond $10. 250-545-1200 Weber & Markin, The Best Little Gun Shop Around. SKS, Glock, SIG, AR-15, S&W, Ammo, etc 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel 250-762-7575. Tues-Sat, 10-6.
1bdrm,vaulted ceilings, 19+ bldg, overlooking Becker Park, Centennial Dr. $149,000 250-550-8080. PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner financing. 250-558-7888
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FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon
Acreage for Sale 20 ACRES $0 Down, $99/mo. only $12,900 near growing El Paso, Texas (2nd safest U.S. City) owner financing, no credit checks! Money back guarantee free color brochure 800755-8953 20acres 8.5km East of Enderby. Hwy frontage, treed, level, fenced, well in. Close to school & store. Building spots with Valley view. Year round recreation area. Asking $349,000. Call Rob: 250-8387284, cell: 250-306-7284
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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)
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PIANO SALE, blow-out prices on used grands, uprights, serviced, tuned and delivered. Call Kamloops: 250-319-4062, Kelowna: 250-869-0819, Toll Free 1-800-663-5183.
2’-0” paper sheer, cuts also light sheet metal,$100. Floor jack,$35, 250 amp ac welder,$100. smoker.$45 250-5468938.
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3 Acres, Whitevale Area, Lumby. Flat, trees, drilled well, gas/hydro to driveway. Price $230,000.00 + HST OBO. 250-547-6932. 5.5 acres $89,900 Ideal forsnowbirds. 250-269-7328 Pics email: selkirk8@telus.net
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(A must see) $325,000 Property Guys listing# 9716 Open House Sat & Sun, May 21 & 22, 1-4, 2 bdrm 2 bath in adult community, hardwood floors, new carpet, freshly painted, pool, hot tub & clubhouse. Move in ready. #63 1400 14th Ave. (250)558-0568
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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 Middleton Mnt. 2bdrm twnhse near park/amens. N/S. w/d a/c June 1. $840+. 250-545-8699
Apt/Condo for Rent
$799,000.
Call Jeff Day: 545-6272 Eve: 545-8112 Cell: 307-2497 More Pics and details at www.okhomesellers.com Listing #24856
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:
250-549-2770
A New Tradition of Quality Living
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
1 BEDROOM
Freshly painted, cozy 1 bedroom, parklike setting, centrally located, N/P.
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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.
• Bright 1 and 2 bdrms. • Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building
610/month.
250-542-7723
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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. Good building for Seniors! On-site Resident Manager. REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE
250-542-1701 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
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 RENT INCENTIVE On Site Mangers 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. 1bdrm, overlooking Vernon Golf Club, W/D, D/W, A/C, $800/mo. +util. (250)306-1936 2 bdrm 2 bath luxury condo. Secure mature adult, NS Prop. Many extras! $955 incl. heat. No stairs from car to unit! Cat OK. Must see! 250-309-2000
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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 #204, 1801 32 St. 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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250-503-1257 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 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 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. 2bdrm condo. f/s, d/w, laundry in building. $850/mo+DD. N/P, N/S. Call Carol 250-542-1655 2 bdrm + office, No stairs, park by door! Lrg bright corner unit, pleasant patio, in unit laundry. Mature person NS,NP Property. $835 Must see! 250309-2000 A-1 Condo Winfield area, 2bdrm, 1.5 bath, 1025 sq/ft fully furn’d with 5appl, avail Sept 1- April 30. $1800. N/S, N/P. 1 month DD. Perfect for student. 403-803-2577 Armstrong, bright 2bdrm,new carpet & paint, $750 heat incl Avail June 1. 250-317-1333 Free month. Updated central 2bdrm condo, in-suite w/d, top floor, view, $875/mo. RR. 604727-1518 Hospital area, 2bdrm condo, corner unit, nice balcony, 5-appl., lg storage, NS/NP. 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 Luxury 3bdrm, 3.5bath 1/2 duplex, Lwr East Hill. Walk to town. Low main yard. $1350/ mo + utils. 250-542-5902 NEW, 2bdrm, downtown Vernon, $1050/mo incl all appl., A/C, W/D, Secured heated U/G parking. Call Mel 604-936-8513, 604-816-9835 NEWLY RENOVATED with ceramic & laminate, Enderby, 1 & 2 bdrm apartments. 250-308-9299 New Studio apt, lake access community, 30 min from Vernon. $525./mo (250)558-5929 RENT INCENTIVE AVAILABLE Arlington, Embers, Century & Rickford Manor - 1 & 2 bdrm, NP, NS, close to Bus/Shopping & Schubert Centre Clean & Well Maintained, 250275-8066 Rural, Private, furn’d, loft style apartment 720sq/ft. Suitable for one person, $750. W/D, Internet, & util. incl. Avail. June 1st. N/S N/P 250-549-3344 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
Spacious 2bdrm condo, 5-appl. + insuite laundry, 3rd floor walkup in a well maintained building, ns, np, $875. + util. 250-308-9402 Summerland - Lg 2 bdrm apt. Clean and quiet. Excellent location, close to town. Senior oriented. N/P, N/S. 250-494-8685
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.
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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. rent $1200./mo. (250)545-6998 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. Warehouse/office 2400 sq.ft., 2-14’ overhead doors, 821 Fairweather Rd. $2000./mo tripple net, fork lift avail. 250306-1936
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2 BEDROOM ½ DUPLEX Recently renovated Big yard, pet friendly $995 + util. Available now…
250-540-2525
½ DUPLEX FOR RENT Great area, 3 bdrm., 1 bath, $915 plus 2/3 utility, N/S, N/P, references
250-549-0665 1/2 duplex, 2bdrm +2 rooms, n/s, n/p, Ref.,reno’d, avail now. $950.+util. 250-542-5081. 1bdrm,wood fireplace,washer dryer h/u, close to town, cat ok. $725 util incl. 250-5424310 or 250-308-9738. 2bdrm $950, avail July 1. Bachelor suite, $650, avail immed, utils incl 250-308-2264 2BDRM suite in 4plex, level entry, newly reno’d, close to Multiplex. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P. Avail. immed $900/mo. +util. 250-545-4461 250-503-7296 3bdrm 1/2 duplex, 2yr old, full bsmnt, parking, Lumby. $1100/mo. 250-550-4396 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, w/d h/u, storage, near amenities. $925+util June1 or July1. 250-260-2882 3bdrm, 2bath, family rm, avail. now. ns, np, n/parties, RR. $1100/mo. 250-549-2338 3bdrm, 2baths, 6appl, fully renovated with garage. Close to downtown. $1200/mo + utils. Avail now. 250-542-9107 3bdrm, 4-plex, 5 appl, 2 decks, carport/storage, fenced yard, June 1. 250-545-6619. 3bdrm, F/S, laundry hookup, N/S, call (250)542-9419 Bright, clean, 2bdrm, lower suite, close to downtown, n/s, n/p, must see, $875/mo. incl util. 250-306-4088. Large 3bdrm, 1.5bath suite, NS/NP, $925/mo includes most util. 250-542-1210.
Farms Dairy Farm for lease, aprox 50 acres with house, ideal for organic milk. (250)546-6021
Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm mobile, $750/mo. In Lumby. 250-547-6362. 3bdrm in Lumby, f/s, w/d, gas/heat, n/p $850/mo avail immed. (250)503-7044 IN Lumby, 2-bdrm, gas heat, f/s, w/d, n/p, $750/mo avail. immed. (250)503-7044
Homes for Rent 01 june, daylight suite, 2bdrm, lrg private yard, Bella Vista area. 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. 2bdrm 1bath townhouse, recently reno’d, priv fenced yard, n/s, n/cats, avail immed. $875. 250-549-8360, 250-549-8866 2bdrm home, in Grindrod, lrg yard, shed, $800pm $400 D.D. Pay own utilities., Phone after 5pm 250-540-3455.
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4-5bdrm Vernon home, 4appls, 2baths. $1200 + utils. N/P. 778-475-0122 4-bdrm hse with kitchen close to hospital $1250+utils; both available immediately. 250545-7512 evenings 5938 Learmouth Rd, 4bdrms, 1bath, 4 appl. Avail June 1. $1295/mo. (250)308-0045 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 Avail July 1, 4bdrm house, BX Rd, big yard, 2 garages. $1600. N/S N/P 250-545-5841 Coldstream on acreage, 3bdrm house,basement, 2 car garage, $1350 + util. n/s n/p June 1.250-542-9591.
Shared Accommodation
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.
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250-309-1742 • 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.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 3 bdrm lower suite of home, incl. utilities. Lower East Hill. Yard, street parking, shared laundry. Pets OK. $1,000. • 3 bdrm townhome in Birchland Gardens (Lower Mission Hill). 1½ baths, updates, F&S, W&D, dedicated parking, patio area, baseboard heating. $950.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 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. 2bdrm private country setting, Lumby, avail June 15, $1150 pm + util., 250-308-7672. 3bdrm 1.5bath Lakeview, 6497-Bella Vista Rd, garage & street prkg, shared w/d, suits prof. couple. Refs req. n/p, n/s. $1075 + gas & DD. Avail June 1. 250-260-6775 or 250-9382166. Can view after 6pm. 3BDRM HOUSE / 2 Bath Immaculately kept. Hardwood floors. N/S $1300.00 per mo. 250-558-7337 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 Small house, 3 bdrm 1 bath, $550. + hydro. (250)558-2988
Commercial/ Industrial
COMPLETELY renovated 2 Bedroom house, with 1 bedroom in-law suite in Armstrong. Suitable for professional couple, possibly caring for parents. Hardwood/laminate throughout. F/S, D/W, microwave, gas fireplace, W/D included. No dogs, N/S. $1250.00+ DD and utilities. Available June 15 250-5456317
Older large 4bdrm, South Vernon area, lg kitchen, big yard, $1600 util. extra. avail. May 1. 250-545-8443, 250-307-4948 Updated house, close to all amenities, n/s, n/p. $1300+util. Avail June 1. 250-545-6926. Upper level, 3bdrm, 2 bath, avail now, n/p, n/s. $1075 + 60% Hydro. 250-558-2988.
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 May-Dec. Silver Star house with 2 suites, 1-800-894-0554 www.silverstarskichalet.com
Senior Assisted Living Certified care aid has rooms avail for Independent/Semi-independent seniors. Meals. Respite. On Bus route. Beautiful view. 250-549-3066 SUITES FROM $1025/MO. 3 home cooked meals daily. Includes utils. 250-545-3351 Silver Springs Residence.
Shared Accommodation 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450 incl.util. N/P, furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 1 bedroom, laundry and utilities included. $500. (250)541-0554 Character house upper loft, East Hill, sep/bath $500 share with health prof. 250-308-6339
Commercial/ Industrial
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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HONEST N/S Handyman to help property owner in lieu of room & board. 250-545-9874 Nice home environment, quiet, by bus, good loc, utils $385. 250-549-7418, 250-307-9407 Quiet, lakeview room for rent, incl util., n/s, n/p, no drugs, parties, $550. 250-558-0638 Shared rms or top flr of hse, $700-$1800. Lower East hill character, reno’d w/view, organic garden. 250-558-4527
Storage HWY.6 Mini Storage. 4 sizes indoor units. Outdoor fenced compound. Check our prices. 1-888-547-2090.
Suites, Lower 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 1-bdrm daysuite on acreage, large living area, fully furn’d. Sauna/shower, bbq, priv ent/ deck. Satellite & internet. $800/mo. 250-558-2906 1bdrm, East Hill, private entrance, w/d, incl all uitl., n/s, n/p, $750. 250-558-3510. 1BDRM, newly reno’d, semifurnished, NS/NP, $750 util & cable incl 250-309-6340 1bdrm, sep/entr, NS, NP, North end Swan Lake, FS WD sat/TV util/incl $700. 545-6090 1-PERSON, bright, clean, quiet, private, daylight 2BDRM suite, walk d/t, f/s, w/d, pool, n/s, no/dogs, June 1st. $750+ 1/2 util. 250-542-0825. 2 Bdrm bsmnt suite, ground level, new floors, close to park and school. $800/mo incl/util. Call 250-503-7642 2bdrm daylight suite, near Fulton school, no laundry, n/p,n/s, avail June 1.$800month 250306-7214 ,250-558-1064. 2bdrm East Hill newly reno’d. daylight lvl entry, ns, np, w/d, f/s, 1car garage, avail. now $850. incl/util. 250-542-8831 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. 3bdrm suite, downstairs, garage, adult oriented util/incl. $1000/mo. 250-545-8191 $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 June 1. Beautiful 1500sq/ft 2 Bdrm 2 Bath Newer Home Easthill. Sep W/D and Ent $1100/mth incl. Util & Sat NS 250-503-3875
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Avail July 1st, Lower East Hill 1200sf 1 huge br + den. Newly reno’d bath. Priv ent/yard/laundry. Lots of prkg. Heat & hydro incl. NS, pet neg. $800 single, $900 couple. (250)938-1471 Avail June 1, 1bdrm, suites 1 person, in Westmount area on bus route, priv ent & patio. F/S, W/D, A/C, utils & cable incl.Refs Req. $675 + DD. (250)503-1142 Avail June 1.2bdrm basement suite,sep ent., w/d, f/s,util incl $750. 1-604-741-4196. Bright 1-bdrm, bsmt suite, suits 1person, shared laundry, Middleton area, $600 incl/util, 250-558-4158 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 Bright 2-bdrm lower 1/2 of house, rural, n/s, small pet ok, Refs. Grow own food. June 1, $750 + 1/3util 250-307-4820 Cottage Coldstream/Lavington, 2 bdrm on acreage, f/s, w/d,clean & cozy, n/s, n/p, utils & cable incl. $800.Refs req, DD. 250-503-2546 Furnished Suite without being a suite, $495./$100. DD Util/incl, n/s,n/p. 250-542-0010
MATURE NS person, new suite, 4appl., patio, garden, Deep Creek Rd., $650/mo. light caretaker duties could offset some rent (250)546-6186
1995 Ford Crown Vic, great cond, all work receipts avail. $2750. obo. 250-547-6540. 1998 blue Cavalier, 240,000KM, new tires & parts. $1000. (250)836-3437 2001 Mazda Tribute, 4cyl. 5 spd, 4x4, a/c, power options, only 132,000 kms, $5,950. Immac, like new.250-938-8370. 2002 Saturn View, fwd, 127,000 kms, good on fuel.$2600.obo. 250-558-5766 2002 Sunfire, 4 door, 5 speed, 112,000km, $3750. Immaculate. (250)542-8293 2003 Crown Victoria, silver, w/grey interior, mint cond. 190,000km. All options, $4,250.obo. 250-306-9218 2004 Chev Aveo, blue, 4dr, hbk, 5spd, manual, 1.6, 4 cyl., a/c, winter tires/rims rims, 236,000kms, $3900. obo. 250306-6429. 2005 Chev Cavalier, 180km, 2dr auto, a/c, looks & runs exc.,$3950.obo.250-307-0002. 2006 Pontiac Torrent (SUV) exc/cond. well maint., 120K, $8,500. 250-307-4404. 2007 Chrysler Sebring, loaded, new brakes, 43,000 kms, $12,500. (250)306-6554
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 2bdrm daylight suite, 6 appl. priv entry/deck, n/s, n/p $850/mo+dd 250-558-8823 Spacious 1bdrm suite in Coldstream Christian home, $700util/incl. ns, np, w/d, single profs. 250-558-8411
Suites, Upper Bachelor Unit Available now, references required, suitable for student or mature person.
250-275-6224 1bdrm, Downtown N/S, W/D, cable, Wi-Fi & util/incl. $800, avail. now. (250)260-3196 1Bdrm, main level, bright, clean, near Kal Beach, private entry, parking, storage, AC, util/incl’d. NS/NP. $650 + D.D. Avail immed. 250-541-0523 1bdrm ste avail June 15. Util incl. W/d, f/s, N/S, N/P. $685/mo. Anne 250-545-8932 1 BED BSMT, $750, inclu util, priv pkg, lndry,entran,wi-fi , PVR, 1 person only, no smok, or pets. 250-542-8847 2bdrm, upper floor, incl. util, shed, cable, n/s, n/p, $995. avail.June 1, (250)542-7806 3-bdrm Mission Hill, laundry, yard, storage, very nice, bright, cat ok, $1075 +util, June 1.or ? (250)558-8243 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
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*Houses and Furnished Accommodation* 2 bdrm+den 1.5 bath townhouse w/private patio $795+util 3803 24 Ave Incl FR ST Avail June 4 bdrm 2.5 bath Armstrong tnhse $1300+util 8-2655 PV Rd Armstrong Appl incl avail now 3 bdrm 2.5 bath lakeview home $1400+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 $1600+util avail June CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 • email: d-williams@shaw.ca See pictures & maps at
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OFFICE SPACE On one of Vernon’s busiest streets. High visibility, terrific exposure. New, with all services installed. Ready to move in. Low maintenance, excellent street parking. Approx. 580 sq. ft. All office furniture available.
NEWER 2 Bdrm, 2 bath, main floor in lower east hill. w/d, d/w, n/s, n/p, garage, utilities incl. $1200. 3088796
Upper suite, Immaculate 3bdrm, 6 appl., a/c, n/s, $1350 pm+50% util., Alexis Park, July 1. 250-545-1229.
Townhouses 3bdrm townhouse 1.5-bath, 2313 36 St. New kitchen, laminate floors & carpets.A must see, walking distance to town, avail. March 1. $900/mo. No dogs. 250-558-5053 please leave msg to view
Want to Rent Professional seeking quiet sleeping quarters, room to rent within 3km from Tolko in Armstrong. Shift work 4days on, 4days off. 250-836-3437
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Antiques / Classics 1950 Morris Minor 2dr Saloon, new engine, ex. parts, $3200 obo. 250-546-0188 lv msg.
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1975 MGB, great cond., hard & soft top. No rust, $6900. 250-541-0782, 250-309-5627 2002 BMW 325I, silver, flawless, new tires, brakes, rear spoiler. A must see. $11,000. obo. 250-547-9630. 2007 Honda Element SC, 5spd, loaded, ex cond., must see. $17,600. 250-545-2402.
4 - 265-75R-16. All season tires mounted & balanced on GM Mag wheels To fit rear drum brakes. $225. Phone (250)545-3463 454 engine, 400TH trany, $500. Also 12 bolt posi rear end. Out of 1978 suburban. (250)938-2686 FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 Jeep TJ Soft-Top 97-05 Black (tinted) (no door softeners or tailgate bar) $650. (250)5492710 (Lonnie) RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.
Motorcycles 1983 Honda 650 Night Hawk, good starter bike, well maintained. $2200. 250-549-2790 2003 Suzuki Intruder 800, original owner, 46,000km, many extras $3300.; 1986 Yamaha 125 Scooter, new battery, new back tire $900. (250)379-6872 evenings. 2005 Honda VTX, 1300c, new tires & wind shield, like new, $6300. (250)832-5297 Rare 1972 Honda 350 Four, new seat, $1000. obo. (250)546-0188
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Recreational/Sale
1 2010 Elantra Touring GLS. White, 1 owner, 28,000km, S&W tires. H. front seats. Trip comp, fog L, A/C, automatic, p/l, p/w. ABS Br. Tilt, cruise. Full warranty. MUST SELL! $14,900. Cell: (250)306-6262 1986 Olds, V6, auto, buckets & mags. Runs well. $500. (250)545-0110 1991 Plymouth Acclaim, fair running order.Motor replaced $1,000. Jack 250-503-4938. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria, good cond. in/out, pw all, 114K, $1400. (250)503-7642
2001 Dodge ExC 4x4/$4500, Palamino tent trailer 21’ $3500, Necky Dbl Kyak & paddles $975. Ron 250-938-5860 2002 Coleman YUMA tent Trailer $5200. 8.5ft sleeps 6 mint cond. 250-860-1877 2005 Jayco Jay Flight, 25 ft RKS, exc. shape. $12,900 obo. (250)260-3545 2008 Legends 31RE 5th-wh, 3 slides, storage/extras, like new $32,000. (250)832-5297
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1994 GMC 2500 4X4 EXT CAB Long box, 190,000 kms, automatic, A/C, new tires, regular maintenance. $3,900 OBO. Call 250-309-9100
12’ Harbor Craft Built, c/w 7.5 hp Johnson, oars, seats, fish finder $1750. (250)503-8257
2008 Forest River Puma 245RKS 25’ 8” Fifth Wheel, Dinette slide, surround sound, oak interior, queen bed, 2 swivelling chairs, 30,000 btu furnace. $14,900 obo. Call Ray at 250-550-5602 32’ 1995 Class A, 460 Ford, jacks, generator, new batteries, tires, 109K, p/s, drivers door, exc. cond $20,000. (250)558-4597 Frontier 8’ camper, hydraulic jacks. F/S, furnace. Good cond. $1000. (250)547-2463 Older Camper special addition 9’6” with bathroom, good shape. $1000. (250)545-5516
Recreational/Rent Light weight self contained 18.5’ travel trailer, slp-5, $400/wk ins/incl 250-548-3484
Scrap Car Removal 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 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
Sport Utility Vehicle 2000 Ford Expedition XLT Triton V8, $6300., black in colour, looks good, all new tires cost $3000, new motor at 200,000, new fuel pump & alternator (250)835-8616 2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE, fully loaded, V6, 1 owner, exc. cond., 99,000 kms, $11,995. (250)542-1707
Trucks & Vans 1994 GMC Sierra Ex.Cab, lowkms, winters & summers exc.cond,$5700.250-545-4179
1994 F350 Cubevan diesel $4500.obo; 1972 Dodge 1 ton, 12’ deck $1000.obo; 1985 J.C.B. Rubber Tire Hoe $7500.obo. (250)260-0604 1995 Chev S-10 Ext.cab. 4.3 auto, 220K, canopy, runs well. $3500. obo (250)308-5633 1996 GMC 3/4 ton, loaded, leather, 300k, fuel injected 454, dark green. Nice driver. $2200. (250)938-2686 1998 GMC SAFARI AWD. Good Condition, runs well. $1,600 OBO. Call 307-2100
2004 Ford Freestar SE, 167,000 km, remote starter, stereo, with DVD, 2nd row buckets, rear stow n go great cond. $4900. Call Cole for more info 250-833-2637. Wrecking 1978 Dodge 3/4ton exc motor & tranny. 1969 Dodge 4dr Dart. Rebuild or wreck. $10 & up 250-307-6562
Utility Trailers Trailers for Sale. Cargo* Utility* Dump Box* Hi-Deck* Flat Deck* Atv/Sled. BC CARGO TRAILERS 1-866-546-5899 Used car hauler, 16’ or 18’ with drop axles. Tilt or ramps. (250)938-2686
Buy, Rent, Sell! Boat Accessories Boat lift for your dock, located on Vernon end of Okanagan lake near yacht club. You move. $1800 obo. Call Bob @ 250-549-4675, 250-832-9878
1984 Malibu 162 Yamaha 130 hp outboard, 2 props, CD player, wake tower $5900 250.308.0558 19ft Double Eagle H.T. 115 hp merc. O.B. 2 Elec. D. Riggers; Lowrance Fish Finder, Highliner trailer $8700. 250-542-6829
Adult Escorts 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 Blue Eyed Bikini Babe Jenna 20yrs Hot Chocolate Treat Tiara 19yrs 250-859-9584 roommates.escort-site.com BUSY Established In call Seeks Select Slim Companion. PT/FT 19+ Call Martina (250)-575-5043 EXXXOTIC Slim Curvy Jasmine 24yr. Vernon/Kelowna In /Out. 250-859-9584 Lexus 19 yrs old, in or out calls. 250-938-4451. MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage, $95. Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250766-2048 Pretty Gina, 38, blonde, slim, 36DD natural. Fun friendly escort + friend, 22. in/out, fetish ok. Hiring. 250-307-8174 Swedish massage, erotic stress relief, 10am-10pm. 250938-8960.
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North Central Bailiffs offers for sale, pursuant to the Rent Distress Act, goods and chattels of the Commercial Tenant, Bean to Cup Coffee Silver Star Inc., located at unit 18 139 Main St., Silver Star, BC Goods consist of Restaurant Furniture, decorations, Espresso Machine by Simonelli, coffee grinders, Sandwich Prep table, Convection Oven (DCS), Meat Slicer, Dishwasher by Hobart, pop coolers and fridges and other miscellaneous restaurant equipment, associated with a small coffee sandwich shop. To view or for more information contact North Central Bailiffs Ltd. at 250-491-1033. Highest bid not necessarily accepted. Sale is subject to cancellation or adjournment without notice. Goods to be sold as is where is and are offered as one whole lot or may be offered in separate lots. There may be an opportunity to purchase as a Turn Key with approval of the Landlord. Closing date is open. Bidder takes responsibility to ensure they are satisfied with the description and condition of the goods being sold. North Central Bailiffs Ltd. is not responsible for determining the correct models, year of make or description. Terms of Sale: Immediate full payment upon successful bid, plus applicable taxes. More detailed list of the goods/inventory may be obtained by email at kelowna@northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca. The bailiff reserves the right to withdraw from this sale at any time without notice.
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