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A.L. Fortune Secondary graduates work on their road art as the class of 2011 marks graduation day Friday in front of the school.

Enderby’s graduating class of 2011 has left its mark.

More than 50 A.L. Fortune students took to the streets Friday morning armed with spray cans. It didn’t take long before the strip of road in front of the school was colourfully painted with signatures, favourite sayings and individual trademarks.

Likely one of the most unique grad traditions out there, every year Enderby’s graduates paint the town on graduation day.

It’s part of what makes the small North Okanagan school unique.

While the occasion alone is one-of-a-kind, the entire past year has definitely been special at the Enderby high school.

Especially for graduate Tasha Belcourt.

You wouldn’t know it by looking at her now, but the 18-year-old is a teen mom.

Six months ago, Belcourt

gave birth to her son Dain.

Having a baby in her graduating year definitely wasn’t planned.

And it certainly wasn’t easy – from the embarrassing days of walking the halls pregnant to trying to do homework with a baby in her lap.

But she did it.

And despite missing out on the grad parties and festivities, she still managed to walk across the stage to claim her dogwood Friday night.

She even had a special little man cheering her on in the crowd.

“It (the pregnancy) just happened but I just went with it and it’s the best thing to happen to me,” said the young mom.

“It just turned my life around for the better.”

Now that she has her graduation papers, the teen mom isn’t stopping there.

With the continued support of her parents, Belcourt plans to attend Okanagan College in Vernon to become a registered care aid.

Then, maybe one day down the future, when she has a career in place, she might consider giving Dain a sibling.

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Tasha Belcourt leaves her mark outside the school Friday with the rest of her fellow graduates.

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go towards a new condenser and dehumidifier at the curling club Provincial funding is making a and at Pat Duke Arena. big splash for a Lumby recreationThe total cost for all three projal facility desperate for repairs. ects is $524,525, with the remainA $400,000 Towns for Tomorrow der coming from Lumby, rural grant has been awarded to the vil- Lumby and Cherryville taxpayers. lage, with most of the funds going “It’s a community effort and we towards a new liner at the outdoor all co-operate together,� said Rick swimming pool.

Fairbairn, “It was rural Lumby becoming a director and money pit,� said chairperMayor Kevin son of the Acton of the linWhite Valley er’s condition.

Parks and “We tried Re c r e a t i o n patching it but Advisory the bottom was Committee. so rough and E r i c kids were cutting F o s t e r, their feet.�

Ve r n o n The current Monashee liner is about 13 M L A , CORY BIALECKI/MORNING STAR years old, and believes holes appeared Rick Fairbairn (left) and Kevin Acton senior govwithin the first accept $400,000 from MLA Eric Foster. e r n m e n t week of the pool funding is opening in spring 2010. Upwards essential to reduce the burden on of $80,000 has been spent repair- local taxpayers. ing the liner in the last five or six “Without the province’s help, a years. lot of these projects wouldn’t get Besides the liner, other changes done,� he said. to the pool will include electric As a Lumby resident, Foster timers, programmable thermo- knows how popular the pool is stats and motors, and renovations during the hot weather. to the pool change rooms. “Adults use it in the morning Of the $400,000, funds will also and the kids are all over here after Morning Star Staff

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MLA Eric Foster (left) checks out conditions inside the Lumby pool building with Lumby Mayor Kevin Acton and rural Lumby director Rick Fairbairn Friday. school,� he said.

With short-term needs addressed, the jurisdictions in the parks function will now look at putting money into reserves for future recreational facilities. “The be-all-and-end-all is the 10-year recreational plan and to start fundraising,� said Tracy Williamson, a Lumby councillor.

“Do we put in a water park or do we move towards a new arena or pool?�

It’s anticipated that work on the pool will be done at the end of the summer.

Other North Okanagan communities have also received Towns for Tomorrow grants from the provincial government.

Enderby is receiving $400,000 for implementation of a water conservation plan.

The plan will include the installation of 422 residential water meters and 12 apartment meters.

The Regional District of the Central Okanagan will get $400,000 for improvements to the Killiney Beach water system.

Rent remains expensive despite high vacancy rate RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

It’s easier to find a place to live in Vernon, but the cost of rental housing remains a stumbling block.

The vacancy rate has climbed from 5.6 to 7.7 per cent in the past year, but the average apartment rent has only dropped slightly — from $723 to $710. “What I’m hearing is it’s not getting any Sharkey easier to find an affordable place to live,� said Annette Sharkey, Social Planning Council executive director. “I am not sure why the landlords are not

reducing rent when the vacancy rate has gone up.�

There is still a concern that a lack of affordable housing is forcing some people to leave town and preventing new residents and businesses from relocating to Vernon.

Sharkey says the primary focus is on low and middle-income earners. “We are a service sector driven community and the wages are not that high,� she said. “Rent doesn’t leave families with a lot of money for healthy food or recreation. It’s difficult to raise families with the cost of rents in the community.�

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation shows the average rent for a bachelor suite in Vernon is $514 (down from $524 in April 2010), while it is $781 (down from $787) for a two-bedroom apartment and $809

(down from $840) for a three-bedroom unit.

CHMC officials aren’t sure why prices haven’t decreased when the rental market has become more competitive. But they expect that situation could change. “If vacancy rates remain high, there is the possibility of price competition,� said Paul Fabri, a market analyst.

The Social Planning Council and other Vernon agencies are trying to establish models that establish more affordable housing without being reliant on government grants. “We are still looking at working with developers on how to get more affordable housing.

The issue hasn’t gone away,� said Sharkey.

A number of factors have led to the increased availability of rental units in Vernon. “There has been an outflow of renters into the homeownership market because of low

interest rates and house prices are down,� said Fabri.

Demand for rental units has also decreased because fewer people are moving into the area and a number of secondary suites have been built in homes.

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The flushing process removes accumulated sand and silt from water mains and is a process used to improve water quality for public health. A reduction in water pressure, additional sediment or discoloration of the water may be noticeable. During this time you may choose to boil or not drink the water. Checking your water before doing laundry is strongly advised. The process will last approximately 2 hours at each site.

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Travellers are advised that the Mabel-Cotton Forest Service Road, at the 33.6-kilometre mark on Tsiuis Creek, is closed due to slope instability and the risk of debris sliding on to the road.

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“The public can travel this section of road to access recreational properties,” said Lyle Knight, Ministry of Forests engineering officer, in a press release.

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There were 20 housing starts in Vernon in May, down 17 per cent from the same period in 2010. five months of 2010.

So far in 2011, single-detached units are down 52 per cent and multiple units have decreased 31 per cent.

It’s anticipated that activity will increase leading up to 2012, and Fabri believes now is a good time for consumers to consider build-

ing or purchasing a new home.

“We continue to see favourable interest rates and construction costs have come down,” he said.

In Kelowna, there were 91 housing con-

tors to Tsiuis Creek should remain on alert for any sudden drop in creek flow and be prepared to evacuate the area on short notice,” said Knight.

To report an emergency situation, call 1-800-663-3456.

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Construction was down 63 per cent in Penticton in May and down 70 per cent in Kamloops.

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In May, there were 20 housing starts in Vernon, down 17 per cent from the same month in 2010.

“What we are seeing in Vernon is consistent with other centres in the Interior,” said Paul Fabri, an analyst with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.

Of the 20 starts, 14 were for single-detached units and six were for multiple units.

There have been a few factors responsible for reduced construction, including a prolonged winter.

“There is also strong price competition from the existing home market,” said Fabri.

“Existing homes are generally more affordable than new home construction.”

Year-to-date, there have been 51 housing starts in Vernon, down 49 per cent from 100 starts during the first

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Officially, the job description of the fourmember Vernon RCMP Safe Communities Unit’s safety patrol team is the following: They are responsible for patrolling downtown streets, alleys, parks, trails and beaches, on foot and/or on bike; they are, clad in blue and black, a uniform presence and extra eyes and ears for the RCMP. The safety patrol also can handle an emergency, like they did last year when they came across a person in severe medical distress.

Quick patrol action helped get a fast response from emergency personnel, likely saving the person’s life.

“The patrol does bring a lot of comfort to those individuals that do come to our community that may be lost, or a senior in distress,” explained Rachael Zubick, co-ordinator with the safe communities unit. “They are people they can go to anytime and they will answer questions or give directions.”

Zubick recently introduced this year’s four-member patrol to the local media; Becky Dodds, the lone returnee from last year; Allison Stahl, Morgayne Eby and Garrett Nickel, the first male patrol member in a couple of years.

Budget cutbacks reduced the number of patrol members from six to four for 2011, the 10th anniversary of the safety patrol.

They spent two weeks training with RCMP, bylaw, the John Howard Society, Upper

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In their first week on the job, the safety patrol made contact with 431 adults, 54 youth and 67 children, and removed 12 needles, 32 crack bags and two drug pipes from throughout the community.

The number of needles the patrol removes from the streets has been one of the most telling statistics since the program’s inception.

“We had an all-time high of 431 needles removed in 2004 which went from 130 in 2002,” said Zubick. “In 2009, the number dropped down to 94 and there were 104 found last year. It shows drug use

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Last year, the patrol made contact with 10,000 adults, 1,400 youth and 3,400 children. A problem they still encounter with all ages is people not wearing helmets, either while riding a bike or at a skateboard park.

“It’s still a massive issue,” said Zubick.

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Get ready to fight the itch JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff

Summer in the Okanagan is all about having fun in the sun at the beach.

But like the inevitable sun burn that comes from not protecting your skin, swimmer’s itch is another unpleasant addition to Okanagan summers.

Those drive-youmad itchy spots can pop up after splashing around in any lake.

“I don’t like to use the word nuisance, but that’s what it is, a nuisance,” said Dr. Paul Hasselback, medical health officer with the Interior Health Authority.

As irritating as the approximately 10-day rash can be, especially for young children, swimmer’s itch alone isn’t dangerous.

The condition is caused by small wormlike parasites that live in snails. When they leave the snails in search of a second host (usually water fowl or birds) they sometimes inadvertently come in contact with humans, explains Hasselback.

The parasite cannot survive in humans, but the larvae burrowed under the skin is what causes an allergic reaction – hence swimmer’s itch.

The unfortunate part for swimmers in the North Okanagan is that there is no warning at local beaches of the potential for swimmer’s itch.

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Okanagan beaches are popular in the summer but swimmer’s itch is cause for concern among residents. that out the hard way when she took her nieces to Kin Beach last weekend and left with two very itchy and uncomfortable little girls.

“I’m surprised they don’t post signs because if I would’ve seen signs I wouldn’t have gone to the beach,” said Caron.

Hasselback confirms that Interior Health does not test for swimmer’s itch, as the parasite’s existence varies from beach to beach and even from different locations at a single beach due to wind activity.

But Caron says a simple warning would have spared her nieces, and their mother, a lot of discomfort.

“I moved here from Thunder Bay and we have swimmer’s itch at our lakes and they post

signs saying there have been reports of this and to swim at your own risk.”

The Regional District of North Okanagan is looking into the possibility of posting signs at local beaches this summer.

But there is some hesitation for fear of scaring off tourists and locals.

“I don’t want to create a concern and drive people away,” said Al McNiven, parks and recreation general manager.

Therefore some research is being done up and down the valley to determine whether swimmer’s itch is a concern and what other locations post signage.

One option is to possibly post precautionary information on how to prevent swimmer’s itch.

Although there is no way to entirely avoid swimmer’s itch, unless you never step foot in a lake or pond, there are a couple of things swimmers can do: ■ Shower immediately after exiting the water; ■ When a shower is not accessible, towling off immediately can also do the trick to rub the parasites off the skin before they have a chance to burrow; ■ Avoid areas with lots of weed growth, there may be more snails around plants, and there may also be more larvae; ■ There tend to be more larvae near the shore, so if there is a pier or wharf to enter the water, doing so may reduce your risk of exposure (do not dive into unknown waters);

■ Applying waterproof sunscreen before swimming may help reduce the number of larvae from penetrating the skin.

“The best thing is for everyone to acknowledge that it does occur,” said Hasselback.

While Caron’s nieces picked up the parasite in June, Hasselback says swimmer’s itch is more common in the warmer months.

“It’s a bit early in the season,” said Hasselback. “We generally see it more in July and August and that could be because that’s when people are going into the water more.”

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If one all-girl class was good, I thought, two had to be even better, so I tried to switch from conversational French to home economics, but they wouldn’t let boys take home economics back in the Dark Ages. And the girls couldn’t take shop. No wonder men never learned how to clean a bathroom or do the laundry or make a grocery list. You’re not buying that? Neither does my wife. I still type pretty well but everything else they taught in high school is long gone.

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Trigonometry? The Lake Poets? I don’t even remember sitting through those Jim Mullen classes, even though I sat through some of them more than once.

Typing worked out for me in all kinds of ways. It came in a lot handier than knowing how to pass a football. It helped me get my foot in the door at many companies back when knowing how to use an IBM Selectric was considered a highly practical skill. Selectric typewriters were the sleekest, sexiest productivity tools of their day. Each one weighed about 40 pounds and took up a huge chunk of desk space, but they screamed, “You work in a modern office in a big glass skyscraper that spits out a lot of stuff that has to be typed and mailed.” When computers first started showing up in offices, Selectric typists weren’t scared of them at all. One look at the computer keyboard and they knew they couldn’t be that hard to use. While Selectrics went the way of the Model T, keyboards still remain.

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However, I wasn’t ready to find out 63-yearold Mrs. MacGuilicuty’s email address was redhotmomma123. Gross! It’s a picture I can’t get out of my head. Couldn’t she just be ermamcg13 or something normal? It got worse.

Hotnheavy36 was someone I golf with. He certainly is heavy. Hot he is not. Whipme1347 is a CPA. And there are 1,346 more guys who got that email address before him? Yikes! By the time I was finished, I pretty much knew who owned a Harley, who was newly single and loving it, who liked fly fishing, who was into leather, rubber, fur, latex, bondage, uniforms and nudism; who were vegetarians, who were vegans, and who were chocoholics.

I had worked with some of these people for years and never knew so much about them. Why Bob was always broke became a little clearer when I typed in “at the track.” Francine’s nervous tic may be explained by “mom of six.”

While many people use their names or nicknames as their email addresses, for many others that’s just not enough. It doesn’t tell people who they are, where they are from, what they are about.

They put a lot of thought into coming up with a short phrase that will tell people who they are in their heart of hearts. Or what they want you to think is in their heart of hearts. It wouldn’t be a big surprise to learn than Bernie Madoff’s email address was “ucantrustme,” or that Donald Trump’s is “modestme.” Knowing that we will probably never meet most of the people we talk to on the Internet in person, and because most messages are brief, we probably feel a need to give extra meaning to our names and addresses. But I wonder if someday we will become in person what we are online.

“Redhotmomma123, I’d like you to meet my accountant, Whipme1347.” Actually, that might work.

Jim Mullen’s new book “Now in Paperback!” is now in paperback. You can reach him at jimmullenbooks.com.

One of the primary issues prior to the recession was a lack of affordable housing. The economy was booming and even people with good-paying jobs couldn’t find a place to live, which had a significant impact on the economy.

But over the last couple of years, economic conditions have softened, jobs are harder to find and not as many people are moving into the North Okanagan.

However, affordable housing is still proving to be a challenge.

In fact, the latest rental market report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation shows the average rent in Vernon in April 2011 was $710, down slightly from $723 in April 2010. For somebody who has lost their job, had their wage frozen or is just working minimum wage, the cost of housing doesn’t leave much for bills and other necessities of life. Demand at the food bank is at an all-time high.

But affordable housing appears to have dropped off the table. Unlike before the recession, the issue isn’t dominating discussion among elected officials, developers and social agencies. Any previous concern that prospective employees and investors were being chased away by high housing costs isn’t on the agenda of business organizations.

Eventually, the economy will turn around and the market will start heating up again. That means even more pressure will be placed on those looking for a place to call home.

Now, and not later, is the time for the community to take this issue seriously and start taking action.

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here seems to be great confusion regarding results of the referendum for the Village of Lumby relating to the potential correctional centre.

There are individuals among us that continue to skew the facts and percentages in an attempt to undermine the face of democracy. However, democracy has spoken.

Seventy per cent of Lumby residents eligible to vote participated and the vote results were 56 per cent in favour.

Are we as a society ready to give up democracy and fall to tyranny and bullying? This is what we see in our community.

The same individuals that skew the numbers continue to attack our honourable member of the Legislature, Eric Foster, suggesting that he has lied to the constituents. Mr. Foster has not lied. He just understands and values the institution of democracy. Most of the no side lives out of town. They do not pay taxes to the town.

When I lived in Whitevale I had no say or vote in Lumby. It always upset me because I thought I was part of the community of Lumby. Now, after living here in town and paying $800 per year in taxes plus sewer, water and HIGHWAY TRAGEDY On April 28, the communities of New Denver and Nakusp lost one of their own, Randy Duncan, 22-years-old.

The accident that claimed his young life occurred on a stretch of Highway 6, in the Monashee area, that has been known by all that have driven it, to be very dangerous, full of hairpin turns, narrow lanes, plunging embankments, and even a one-lane bridge.

This tragic accident didn't have to happen. The provincial and federal governments have long been aware of the dangers of allowing tractor-trailer chip trucks on this stretch of highway.

Now a family has lost their precious son, a beautiful young woman has lost the love of her life, and an innocent baby girl will grow up never knowing the daddy who loved her dearly.

This portion of the highway should have been restricted from these monstrous trucks long ago.

Many truck drivers have complained of the hazards of driving tractor-trailer trucks on this road.

The road is too narrow. There are times when a passenger vehicle will meet not just one or two of these trucks on the highway, but three in a row. It is not a route for those that are faint of heart, and many a prayer has been said by

garbage that we didn’t pay for in Whitevale, I am starting to understand why I could not vote in Lumby. We pay for all of these services in town and the people in Area D get to use our town services for free.

This does not bother me, this is the price we pay for living in this beautiful town in the middle of these beautiful mountains. However, people in Area D should not be able

those that have taken this route in good or bad weather conditions. It should be a WCB safety infraction to take such a dangerous route when there is a much safer alternate route available.

This route is not a necessity for these trucks. There is an alternate route via Highway 1 and the Galena/Shelter Bay ferry.

Yes, it probably would be more expensive, but the public's safety should not be sacrificed for the bottom line. As members of the many communities that use this highway, we need to take action to see that this tragedy does not repeat itself.

Michael and Shawna Lagore NOT RIGHT It hardly seems fair that our B.C. PharmaCare will be covering the cost of anti-smoking therapies but it will not cover PSA tests for men in B.C. for prostate cancer.

B.C., Alberta, and Quebec are the only Canadian provinces or territories which do not cover the PSA test with medical insurance.

W.J. Wikman WATER BOTTLES I read with interest the article written by Richard Rolke in the May 15 edition entitled, “Fountains reviewed for recreation facilities.”

Mr. Rolke quotes Greater

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Vernon Advisory Committee director Gyula Kiss as stating that, “the overwhelming majority of bottles end up in the landfill and pollute the environment.” This is incorrect.

According to industry steward Encorp Pacific, more than 75 per cent of plastic beverage containers, including bottled water, were diverted from landfill in B.C. last year. We have no objection to the installation of water fountains on municipal property, as long as they are maintained to public health unit standards. Why? Bottled water does not compete with tap water.

It competes with other bottled beverages. About 70 per cent of Canadians drink both. They drink tap water at home and consume bottled water away from home.

GVAC director Mike Gavinchuk had it right when he said, “Why should we dictate to people how they drink water?”

The fact of the matter is that Vernon residents have the legal right to purchase and consume bottled water wherever they may be, unencumbered by well-meaning but misinformed environmental activists, some local elected representatives and competing commercial interests.

John Challinor, Director of corporate affairs Nestle Waters Canada

to vote on our business dealings inside the town limits of Lumby. Most people don’t realize how much money it costs to run and operate a town of this size.

A few years ago, we had three sawmills here with very big payrolls, and lots of small businesses to support these mills. Then one day, they all moved and Lumby hurt financially. This is the first time since the big logging days that Lumby can make a financial comeback. We need this prison. It will be an economic boost for our town and surrounding area. It is also an environmentally clean business and an excellent, high-paying employer with good benefits and long-term employment.

It may also keep some of our young people in town. As it is now, most of our young people have to go to Alberta to make a respectable wage.

This is a win-win business for Lumby. Lots of good clean money. Eric Foster and our town mayor and council worked hard for the people of Lumby to get this good sound business venture, let's go forward, back them up and cheer them on.

John (Jack) Laverty

AMNESTY AT 50 Peter Benenson, Amnesty International's founder (1961), saw that, by using our freedom to act for a just world, people uniting together can achieve extraordinary things.

Sometimes it is the small things that people do, multiplied many thousands of times, which create real change. Our strength as a movement has always come from this unity of purpose. Over 50 years, thanks to the commitment of Amnesty's members (three million today), thousands have been liberated from unjust imprisonment, torture and even death. It has also led to the improvement of countless individual lives.

Despite the impressive gains that have been made over those 50 years, our work is not done.

We must continue to stand up demanding human rights for all.

For us to have real impact this year, we need to come together in concerted action: from maternal health to the death penalty and corporate accountability. These will be actions on which people power can really make a difference.

For more information, Amnesty's 50th anniversary website is www.AI50.ca Our local group will celebrate

Amnesty's 50th anniversary June 15, raising a toast to freedom at the Schubert Centre, from 7 to 9 p.m. Please join us. Everyone will be welcome.

Nadine Poznanski, Vernon Amnesty International

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“We have performed as many as 21 urological procedures in one day at VJH. That’s a reflection of the demand.”

Started by Dr. April Sanders, who remains the event’s honourary chairperson, Do It For Dad has raised more than $193,000. Last year’s event raised more than $29,000.

The run/walk is a family event held at Coldstream Ranch. Face painting and balloons are availalbe for kids from the Kalamalka Caring Klowns.

The Kalamalka Highlanders Pipe Band will serenade runners and walkers, and awards will be given to the team and individual that raises the most money.

There are draw prizes for dads, and Subway provides cookies and sandwiches.

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“I’ve sat with six guys at one time.”

A retired mill worker, Eyford had surgery in 1992 after he had to go to Vancouver to have a biopsy done. The biopsy confirmed the cancer.

Now, 20 years later, that’s all done locally.

It used to be you had to pay for a prostate PSA screening exam.

Now, if your doctor orders it, the exam is free. That plus a digital rectal exam are vital to the early detection of the disease.

This year’s Do It For Dad event will raise money for buying a resectoscope, an instrument used in the treatment of prostate cancer at Vernon Jubilee Hospital, and to provide free PSA testing for men in the North Okanagan.

The instrument costs more than $23,000.

“It’s an instrument that allows us to cut prostate tissue,” explained VJH urolo-

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The first thing Ed Eyford did when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1991 was go to a book store.

He wanted to find and read, from cover to cover, everything he could on the disease.

What would have helped Eyford, he said, was some kind of support group to talk to.

That group would start in 1994.

And Eyford, now 71 and cancer-free for 10 years, is a proud member of the Vernon Prostate Cancer Support and Awareness Group.

“What we do is talk on the phone when someone is diagnosed, set up a coffee meeting or something, and we explain what we went through,” said Eyford who, along with the group, is gearing up for the 12th annual Do It For Dad Father’s Day Run/Walk on June 19.

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Lumby has no problem with a neighbour walking away from a shared program.

Council will notify the Regional District of North Okanagan that it consents to Armstrong withdrawing from the economic development service.

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Armstrong offi“Times are tight cials have stated they and we’re trying have no land for to bring financial industrial developmatters closer to ment so there isn’t home,” he said. a need for them to However, Acton Kevin Acton participate in ecosays the village connomic promotion. tinues to be inter-

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On Thursday, Regional District of Central Okanagan directors gave conditional support to the band’s proposal to add 1,088 hectares of land to its reserve on the west side of Okanagan Lake.

“Four properties totalling 84 hectares are owned by the band and are located northwest of Westshore Estates within the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area,” said Bruce Smith, RDCO communications coordinator.

The remainder of the land is within the Regional District of North Okanagan.

The band is in year eight of a 10-year process to have the federal Department of Aboriginal Affairs add the land to the reserve.

The land in question is known as the Beau Park Ranch, and it was purchased in 2002 using funds from a land claims settlement.

The settlement was for 1,147 acres removed from the reserve in 1881.

RDCO’s support is conditional on protection and exclusion of road rights-of-way and retention of unrestricted public access to adjacent private and Crown land.

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“Even if we bring the function home, we still need to look at regional events. With the World Cup at Sovereign Lake, it was a major event and a great success.”

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Real estate sales in the North Okanagan are increasing although they continue to lag behind last year.

There were 123 overall sales in May, up 43 per cent from April but down 28 per cent from May 2010. Sales volumes in May were at $48.2 million compared to $54.6 million in May 2010.

“The gradual improvement in sales activity is expected to continue and will pick up further as the weather continues to warm up, bringing more buyers out looking at houses,” said Darcy Griffiths, with the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board.

Total residential sales for May dipped by 27.45 per cent to 111 compared to 153 in May 2010.

“It is too early to see any consistent trends in the spring market as many factors have affected consumer confidence and created buyer hesitation to date – from the tightening of mortgage qualifying rules, to HST concerns and referendum uncertainty,” said Griffiths.

“As well, distressed prices in the U.S. have added competition for potential recreation, investment and retirement property buyers.”

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City of

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VERNON

VERNON

British Columbia, Canada

3400 30 th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5E6

British Columbia, Canada

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Mayor’s Corner Growing and Promoting our City: Economic Development and Tourism Services Since the City of Vernon established Economic Development and Tourism Services in 2009, the two departments have been busy with marketing, promotion and other initiatives to ensure that Vernon is a destination of choice for visitors, residents, business and investors alike.

Economic Development Mayor Wayne Lippert

Economic Development is responsible for managing, coordinating and promoting economic development activities in the City of Vernon. This includes community promotion, business retention and expansion, business attraction and site selection services, client facilitation along with policy development to address issues that

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is to design and implement economic development initiatives that support collective opportunities for the region. Its members include Vernon, Penticton, Summerland, West Kelowna, Central Okanagan Regional District, Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen Area D, West Bank First Nations and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association. Major projects included hosting a reception at Robson Square during the Olympics and a regional immigrant attraction program.

Industrial Lands Memorandum of Understanding - The City of Vernon does not have a significant amount of vacant industrial land. There are, however, zoned industrial properties located in neighbouring communities that can help meet the needs of business. In order to ensure the region continues to diversify, the City of Vernon has signed a memorandum of understanding with each of the communities in the North Okanagan Regional District to act as the lead on industrial land enquiries. This collaborative approach will benefit not just Vernon, but the entire North Okanagan.

Tourism Services Tourism Services oversees the operation of the Visitor Centre, as well as tourism development, marketing, promotion and advertising for the City of Vernon. This includes items such as the production of the Vernon Visitor Guide, hosting travel writers and journalists showcasing the region and leading community events like the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. Visit the website at www.tourismvernon.com for a list of attractions, events, places to stay and a guide to tourism services.

Some of our recent successes and projects include:

Architects rendering of the new Nixon Wenger building located in downtown Vernon

Nixon Wenger building under construction

may be impeding economic growth. Visit the website at www.investvernon.ca to see a list of initiatives and services available to the business community.

Some of our recent successes and projects include: Business Retention & Expansion Program – Recognizing that approximately 80% of growth within a community happens from existing companies expanding, the City of Vernon undertook a comprehensive Business Retention and Expansion Program last fall. The program consisted of interviewing 100 manufacturing and technology companies throughout the North Okanagan. The project has been such a success that it is now being duplicated in 24 communities throughout BC. Funding for the project was provided in large part by the Province of BC. Export Development – In the past month, the City of Vernon has hosted two export development sessions. By partnering with the Provincial Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, along with the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade and the Business Development Bank of Canada, we’ve had well over 100 business members learn about the services that can aid in their efforts to access new markets.

BC Trade & Investment Officers meeting with Progressive Solutions to discuss market opportunities.

Structure – Several communities in BC are investigating how best to structure tourism and economic development within their communities and many are looking to Vernon as a unique new model. Staff have provided several presentations, at a provincial level, highlighting the successes achieved in Vernon.

Okanagan Valley Economic Development Society (OVEDS) – OVEDS is a joint initiative between the Economic Development offices throughout the Okanagan. Its primary objective

Census 2011 Mayor Wayne Lippert and members of City Council urge all households in Vernon to complete the 2011 census questionnaire. For those of you who have not already done so, or are unable to do so online, enumerators will be going door-to-door throughout June and July to assist you. Your participation enhances the City of Vernon’s ability to provide representation and secure grant funding for the community based on current and accurate population statistics.

Why is the census important?

When you complete your census questionnaire you are providing important information that will be used in making decisions—for your neighbourhood, your community, your province, and the country as a whole.

Communities depend on census information when planning for new schools, roads, waterworks, public transit, and police and fire services. Town planners use census information on households and families to plan current and future housing needs, health care, and day-care centres.

Population estimates obtained from the census are used to allocate transfer payments

Bronze Medal Winner - The readers of RV West Magazine, which focuses on RV travel in Western Canada and Western US, voted the Vernon Visitor Centre as the 2011 Bronze medal winner for visitor centres in BC. Readers found our visitor centre to be one of the best in assisting them in their travels and making them feel welcome. There are 116 community Visitor Centres and six provincial visitor centres in BC. Room Revenues - In spite of an economic downturn, room revenues in Vernon for 2010 were up 9% for the year. Although some may attribute this to the opening of Sparkling Hill Resort, there were several months that had significant increases, including 28% in July, 18% in August and 36% in December.

Michelle Jefferson, Tourism Manager, presenting Queen Silver Star and Princess Silver Star with clothing created with the new logo introduced last year. Tourism not only creates all the marketing and promotions for Tourism but it also oversees the service of the Visitor Centres.

The Centres include the mobile centre attending over 70 on site locations yearly, The South Visitor Centre hosts over 17,000 parties yearly and the North Discovery Centre highlights all Vernon has to offer to approximately 5000 parties in its first year of operation 2010.

Agri-Food Project - Tourism Vernon is working collaboratively with Shuswap Tourism and Tourism Kamloops to help promote local food producers, farm gate sales and farmer’s markets in the region.

By working together with agri-businesses to develop and promote self guided tours of the area, we can promote business throughout the region.

Mountain Biking - Tourism Vernon is working with local community groups and businesses to promote mountain bike tourism in our area. Tourism Vernon has become a member of the Mountain Bike Tourism Association of BC and will have a presence on their website www.moutainbikingbc.com. We are partnering with North Okanagan Cycling Society to upload general information on our community and specific information on mountain bike trails, which will assist in attracting mountain bikers to the area.

Mayor Wayne Lippert from the federal government to the provinces and territories and from the provinces to municipalities.

As a decennial census, data from the 2011 Census will be used to determine the number of Members of Parliament.

Who is included in the census?

The census includes every person living in Canada, as well as Canadians who are abroad, either on a military base, attached to a diplomatic mission, or at sea or in port aboard Canadianregistered merchant vessels. Persons in Canada including those holding a temporary resident permit, study permit or work permit, and their dependents, are also part of the census.

The 2011 Census online Starting in May 2011, households could choose the convenience of completing their census questionnaire online. It is an easy, secure and convenient option that can be used anywhere, anytime. No pre-registration or lengthy download processes are required.

“A b o u t t h e c e n s u s ” i s p r ov i d e d o n t h e w e b s i t e o f S t a t i s t i c s C a n a d a , www.census2011.gc.ca.

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Staffing for a Growing City 2004 - 2010 As the City of Vernon has grown in both size and responsibility over the past nine years, so, too, has the number of staff employed at the City. And, as we have grown in population and area, there have been new positions created to maintain or increase service levels in the delivery of programs and services. The addition of new neighbourhoods, such as the Bluejay subdivision, Turtle Mountain, the Outback, the Rise and many others, means an increase in the crews that maintain the roads, water and sewer infrastructure, and support staff to protect our neighborhoods and process the ever growing number utility bills, taxes and permits. For example, in 2007, Council approved a significant increase in bylaw enforcement, adding six new positions throughout 2007 and 2008 in order to increase patrols to 18 hours a day, seven days a week. Some new positions reflect new responsibilities that the City has taken on by virtue of policy direction or by growing community needs. The City’s Real Estate Manager, Media Liaison/ Grants Coordinator and Transportation Demand Management Coordinator are three examples of this, and result in an increase in City budget levels for staff.

Two of these three positions, however, attract significant revenue and grant funding for city infrastructure projects, more than offsetting the cost of these functions.

From 2004 through 2010, community safety has registered as “high priority” with all serving Councils who have

responded with policy requirements based on the community’s needs and ongoing requests to City Hall to increase staff for municipal RCMP and Fire & Rescue Services staff.

Since 2004, the City has increased its RCMP and Community Policing staff by 16 positions, and the Fire & Rescue

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City Centre Neighbourhood Plan Vernon’s downtown is an important asset to the community. Revitalizing the downtown is one of the Guiding Principles of the Official Community Plan, and the development of a neighbourhood plan is key to guiding growth in this area in the future.

Following extensive community consultation about key issues, strengths, weaknesses and opportunities in the downtown and City Centre, a neighbourhood plan was drafted. This draft was brought to the community in January and February 2011. The consultation process included numerous public events as well as meetings with community organizations and stakeholders. Approximately 660 people participated in this stage of events and meetings and approximately 160 feedback forms were received. Additional written comments, letters and submissions were made by community groups, Council committees, stakeholders and members of the public.

Based on this feedback, the neighbourhood plan w a s f u r t h e r r e fi n e d and on May 9, Council endorsed the City Centre Neighbourhood Plan and gave it First and Second Readings.

The neighbourhood plan has many key policies that will shape the direction of the downtown and City Centre into the future. New design guidelines are proposed to replace the existing guidelines, with the goal of preserving our heritage character while accommodating new forms of architecture. Land uses are designated, ranging from small lot single family housing to high density mixed use development. All aspects of transportation planning in the City Centre area are addressed, including accessibility, pedestrians, the transit network, bicycle network and facilities, public parking, on street and off street parking and parking management. There is also an extensive implementation section to prioritize actions that will contribute to the realization of the plan. Please visit our website at www.vernon.ca/citycentre to view the plan.

Services staffing by 10 positions for fire fighters, emergency preparedness and training personnel.

The City taxpayer, however, is not responsible for every new position.

Some have been taken over from the Regional District of North Okanagan, and are now funded directly by the City instead of from the City through the Regional District. When the Economic Development and Tourism functions were concluded at Greater Vernon Services, the City took over that funding and hired an Economic Development Officer and Tourism Manager. Though there is a 30% increase in taxpayer cost related to these positions, it is offset by the new hotel room tax revenues, a program that the City applied for and implemented in 2010 that provides significant annual funding for tourism throughout the area.

Other positions are paid through the City, but are actually funded by our regional partners or other funding agencies. Water staff, Park operation staff, Recreation and Arenas staff, Regional and Rural Crime Prevention Coordinators and the Restorative Justice Coordinator all appear as positions on the City’s payroll, but are funded by other agencies.

It is important to note that increases in staffing levels can therefore appear as increases in the City’s staff levels, but many of these positions are actually funded by other agencies, primarily the Regional District. In terms of staffing levels for services, our benchmark communities within B.C. stand at an average of 41%, compared to Vernon, whose staffing levels are well below the average at 30% - something to be proud of.

Over the next few years, Council and City staff will continue to provide the services required and requested by an every growing community, utilizing the skills and professionalism of City staff that compares favorably with any municipality in the region.

The Public Hearing for the City Centre Neighbourhood Plan is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Monday, June 27 at City Hall.

If you are unable to attend but would like to submit your comments for Council to consider, please mail them to City Hall at 3400 30th Street, Vernon, BC, V1T 5E6 or email phearings@vernon.ca.

City Source is published by the City of Vernon. Its goal is to keep the community aware of your municipal government’s goals and initiatives.

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Campaign promotes picking local Morning Star Staff

North Okanagan residents are being urged to reach for local fruit when out shopping.

The B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association has launched a new advertising campaign to increase awareness about the quality and availability of tree fruits.

“Without a doubt, the tree fruit industry appreciates the growing support from loyal B.C. consumers who actively choose B.C. apples, pears, cherries and other tree fruits at their local grocer,” expressed Joe Sardinha, BCFGA president.

Growers are calling upon politicians, supermarkets and consumers to take action for sustainable agriculture and farm families, healthy food and local diversity.

“I’m a strong believer in the tree fruit

“Share stories of how the tree fruit industry has played a positive role in their community and in their lives.”

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— Joe Sardinha industry’s economic and social significance to the Okanagan region and the province,” said Sardinha.

The three-week campaign includes radio advertisements as well as advertisements in Okanagan newspapers, including The Morning Star.

The BCFGA has also set up a Facebook page (called BC Fruit Growers’ Association) for users interested in learning more about agriculture and B.C’.s

tree fruit industry and its growers.

“Users are encouraged to share stories of how the tree fruit industry has played a positive role in their community and in their lives,” said Sardinha.

“Consumers are also encouraged to lend their voice in supporting the BCFGA’s ongoing discussions with the provincial government to develop solutions for the recent challenges faced by the industry.”

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Nayo nabs outstanding honour GRAEME CORBETT Morning Star Staff

Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe was a onewoman show on a skeleton roster.

With senior players unavailable, the Simon Fraser University Clan entered its first year of NCAA Division 2 women’s basketball missing 11 bodies. They ran with four rookies, three sophomores and one third-year player.

“There were a lot of issues with eligibility, so we ended up with half a team basically,” said RaincockEkunwe, a Kalamalka Laker grad.

“I went from playing 10 minutes a game (as a freshman) to 38. It was tough cardio-wise. It was tough on all our bodies, but it’s better than playing from the bench,” she said.

The 6-foot-2 sophomore said it was a challenging transition for the Clan to move out of Canada West (CIS), but on an individual level, she sparkled, taking full advantage of the extra floor time.

She ranked No. 2 in the GNAC (Great Northwest Athletic Conference) in defensive rebounds per game (8.3), fifth in total rebounds per game (12.04), sixth in field goal percentage (0.576) and 11th in points per game (18.4).

Combined with top-30 listings in blocks and offensive rebounds per game, and total rebounds (265), it added up to first team all-conference recognition. It also earned her Basketball B.C.’s Outstanding Female University Player honours.

Said Lawrie Johns, executive director of Basketball B.C.: “These awards are a means of recognizing the outstanding level of dedication to excellence that has been demonstrated by these individuals.”

Mild-mannered by nature, Raincock-Ekunwe has had to work diligently at being more self-assured on the court. She says it has served her well in the NCAA. “Americans are tough. They take their basketball seriously down there,” she grinned.

SFU head coach Bruce Langford still sees room for improvement in the Coldstream product’s confidence.

“I’d like to see her become more assertive in her game. Despite her numbers, she could take the game on her shoulders a bit more,” said Langford, adding Raincock-Ekunwe has natural athleticism to become an elite game-breaker.

“She’s one of the best rebounders in the country, and she is significantly stronger than she has ever been.”

Raincock-Ekunwe, who recently auditioned for the national women’s team competing at the World University Games, Aug. 13-17 in China, says the roster situation on Burnaby Mountain looks a lot better heading into her junior year. With no players leaving and four new recruits already committed to the program, she is hoping the Clan can build off a promising 7-17 season.

One of those newcomers is highly touted Erin Chambers, a 6-foot1 guard, who began playing with Mission’s Heritage Park Highlanders senior team as a 13-year-old.

Joining Raincock-Ekunwe in taking top B.C. university player honours was Jacob Doerksen (Trinity Western University Spartans of Langley).

Outstanding High School Player Awards went to Lexie Der (St. Thomas More Knights of Burnaby) and David Wagner (South Kamloops Titans).

College player awards went to Jenna Kantz (UBC Okanagan Heat) and Andrew Kaban (Vancouver Island University Mariners of Nanaimo).

Out-of-province players earning awards were Katie Miyazaki (Saskatchewan Huskies) and Phil Scrubb (Carleton Ravens), while out-of-Canada recognition went to Megan Pinske (Western Washington Vikings) and Robert Sacre (Gonzaga Bulldogs).

Raincock-Ekunwe will be in Vernon for the summer working a student job at the Upper Room Mission. She also works part time at Original Joe’s restaurant.

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Simon Fraser’s Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe, a Kalamalka Laker grad, drives to the hoop in women’s basketball play.

Rattlers rev up offence to shut down Shamrocks Morning Star Staff

The Kamloops Rattlers pushed their win streak to three games with a lopsided 11-5 decision of the host Armstrong Shamrocks in Okanagan X-treme Lacrosse League play Friday night at Nor-Val Sports Centre.

The Rattlers surprised the Shamrocks’ normally steady defence with three straight goals by Devon Larsen (3+3), AJ Lockwood (2+2) and JJ Woldum (2+1) in the first period.

The Shamrocks, first overall at 5-3, seemed to get a bit of life in the second period on a pair of goals by leading scorer Steve Clark, and a nice one-timer by Tommy Belenger to close the gap to 5-2 after 40 minutes. But the third period saw more defensive lapses by Armstrong, and Kamloops responded with three quick goals to stretch the lead to 8-3.

Shamrocks’ starter Chad Pieper was replaced by Owen

Siddall, but the Kamloops onslaught continued as they scored three more times.

The Shamrocks Dalaney Halifax and Clark, with his hattrick goal, were able to get a couple late ones past Kamloops netminder Mike Smith to round out the scoring.

The Rattlers, now 4-3, leapfrogged the Kelowna Raiders (3-5) to take over second place.

"We, as a team, were not prepared to start the game.

Kamloops caught us flat-footed and made us pay early. We showed a little life in the second period, but that was snuffed out early in the third,” said Pieper.

"We gave them way too many quality scoring chance from in close; we will have a lot of work to do in practice this week in order to get things right going into the Challenge Cup (against the host Vernon Tigers, Friday

night at Wesbild Centre)."

Meanwhile, the Tigers turned back the clock for Retro Night and showed flashes of that 70s success by stuffing the Raiders 9-6 Friday night at Civic Arena.

After dropping their last two OXLL tilts, the Cats trailed 2-1 after the first period but steadily gained momentum as the game went along.

“Lots and lots of hustle. Lots and lots of heart,” said an impressed Tigers’ assistant coach Steve Latimer, who couldn’t help but feel a little nostalgic.

“It’s always fun to come back and play at the Civic every once in a while. This is the heyday of the Tigers, all those championships back in the 70s. It kind of brings us back to our roots.”

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Canucks strive for Stanley

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oly Maxim Lapierre, the Vancouver were both lead characters (lovers) in a uniCanucks are one win away from versity operata.

"Barney eventually coached sevclaiming their first Stanley Cup. eral junior teams in Edmonton. One of Yes, it could come Monday night in Boston, but will most likely occur in Game Barney’s other grandsons from Edmonton was captain of the Harvard hockey team.

7 Wednesday night at Rogers Arena.

And then there was me...I shamed (not And when it does, those non-Canucks really) the family by becoming one of fans who love to make fun of Canucks supporters by mentioning the 1915 Stanley Vernon’s three male figure skaters in the '60s. I took lots of crap from the hockey Cup champion Vancouver Millionaires, players, but then when I started hockey, I will have to shuddup. could literally skate circles around them, The Millionaires have been getting which was sweet." loads of press these days as the Don Stanley, meanwhile, Vancouver media, weary of founded Stantec which has finding new story angles, have offices all around North delved into the team's past.

America. The Vancouver office For Vernon's Gordon is right across the street from Neil Stanley Davidson, the Rogers Arena. Throughout Millionaires' Cup run 96 years the Stanley Cup final series, ago, oozes of fabulous family Stantec employees in Vancouver tree history. and Boston are encouraged to "Barney Stanley (my mom's dad) a Hall of Famer, scored Kevin Mitchell donate $1 for every day they show up at work wearing their four goals and an assist in the team's jersey or logo. final game of the Stanley Cup against the For the record, the Vancouver Sens in 1915," said Davidson, whose late Millionaires franchise had its origins in father, Neil, was a former Vernon mayor Renfrew, Ont. in 1909, on a team then and Good Citizen. "He was the Highest scorer in the series, behind Cyclone Taylor. known as the Creamery Kings of the National Hockey Association.

He just joined the team before the finals.

The Ambrose O’Brien owned club was Davidson said his grandfather went nicknamed the Millionaires after it began on to be general manager/coach of the paying salaries between $3,500 and $5,200 Chicago Black Hawks, and even donned to stars such as the Patrick brothers, Fred his skates one game when a player was (Cyclone) Taylor and Newsy Lalonde. injured.

A Canuck win Monday or Wednesday "I remember my grandfather had a wicked wrist shot, even in his 70s, when he will of course mean millions to the city of Vancouver and the Canuck ownership. taught me how to raise the puck.

He talked his son Don Stanley (StanTec architecture/engineering company) out NESN hockey analyst Barry Pederson, of playing for the Bruins (who drafted a Bruins 100-pointman sent to Vancouver him) and getting a Phd in engineering at in the Cam Neely/Glen Wesley deal, said Harvard instead. But he did play for the inserting Shawn Thornton into the startEdmontan Monarchs when they won the ing lineup in Boston was important to World Hockey championships in the '50s. the Bruins turning the Stanley Cup finals Stanley, says Davidson, was very good friends with Dave MackSay of Vernon who around, noting that playing 60 minutes of physical hockey was essential. was the City engineer in the 1960s after “The Bruins have got to do what they playing for Chicago, and later, the senior have not done in the third periods of both Vernon Canadians. games,� said Pederson, a superstar centre "My mother’s cousin, Allan Stanley, with the BCJHL Nanaimo Clippers and played for the Leafs in the 1960s and is in WHL Victoria Cougars. the Hockey Hall of Fame." “When you listen to the coach, what Gordon's mom, Isabel Stanley, grew he’s most frustrated about is both of those up in Edmonton and met Neil while in games they had an opportunity to win, and law school. They were both attending he they lost non-Bruin-like, which was to sit University of Alberta, meeting when they

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Pederson said the defence had to tighten up in support of Tim Thomas and stop allowing outnumbered situations. “Zdeno Chara is the single best shutdown defenceman in the National Hockey League,� said Pederson. “So I want that matchup against the (Daniel and Henrik) Sedin twins. I know that (Vancouver coach) Alain Vigneault is going to be coming after every powerplay that Vancouver kills off, the first guys that are going to be thrown out there are the Sedin twins.

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According to Canadian Press, before each game, Nova Scotia Transport Minister Bill Estabrooks drops his front false teeth in his Bruins beer mug – part of his pregame ritual in a den crammed with autographed player photographs that go back four decades.

And Halifax sends Boston a Christmas tree each year to thank the city for its help in 1917 when a munitions explosion in the harbour destroyed much of Nova Scotia’s capital.

Said CP: "Pretty sure Seattle’s never done anything like that for Vancouver.

Too busy drinking coffee and hucking fish around."

Ference bought jacket By now, you've seen that old-school Bruins jacket which is making its way around the locker room, awarded to the player of the game by teammates every night.

Brad Ference of the Bruins bought the coat on eBay. Ference works out at Fitness West while spending summers in Vernon with his wife, Krista Bradford, a retired pro snowboarder from here. It was a nice touch by injured Nathan Horton to pass off the jacket to his replacement, Rich Peverley.

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Tigers perform Civic duty Continued from A20 Victor Weins put Kelowna on the board less than two minutes into the game.

Kasmer Boudreau, with the first of two goals, opened the scoring for Vernon (3-4) later in the period.

Both netminders – Vernon’s Glen Clissold and Kelowna’s Graham Cousins – came up with big saves to keep the game close early.

Clissold, named third star, ended with 46 saves and added three assists. Cousins had 47 stops.

“I love it (Civic). It’s a lot more atmosphere and I can throw the entire floor so I can get a lot more assists,” smiled Clissold.

Tiger sniper Shane Sargent needed just 54 seconds to ignite the Vernon attack with a powerplay goal in the second period. He added a second goal at 14:09.

Tiger grad Rob Short added to the Vernon offence with a pair of secondperiod goals as part of his first-star showing. He hadn’t played in the old barn since the BCHL Vernon Vipers faced the Grande Prairie Storm in the Doyle Cup regional hockey finals three years ago.

“It’s a lot less room and it’s a pretty slick floor so you can’t really make as many moves, but as long as you run the picks it should work out,” said Short, who chipped in with a pair of helpers.

“A lot of the nights we don’t have as many runners as we’d like, so we’ve got to play smart. We had some junior call-ups (Austin Williamson and Theo Wagner) and they gave us some extra legs and they bought into the system.”

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More than 7,500 athletes from 185 countries will converge on birthplace of the Olympics later this month in Athens.

Among them will be Robert Penning and Marcus Carberry, two softball players from Vernon set to compete in the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games.

It will be the world’s largest sporting event in 2011 and a celebration of the abilities and accomplishments of people with intellectual disabilities.

“This is the ultimate goal for our athletes,” said Perry Doner, the local Special Olympic program coordinator. “We are very proud that they qualified with the B.C. team to represent Canada at the World Games. It reflects our commitment and success for our programs and their athletes. It also inspires all other athletes and our volunteers that they can make a difference and accomplish anything.”

Penning and Carberry have been playing softball for many years and were chosen to team up with players from Kelowna to go to the nationals last year in London, Ont. Their gold-medal performance earned them a berth at the World Games.

“Marcus has been training daily all year long, being involved in other Special Olympic programs such as power lifting, swimming and floor hockey,” said Carberry’s mother, Rose.

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Penning is excited to have his mother and sister come to Greece to watch the Games.

“This is a trip of a lifetime; I can’t wait,” beamed Robert, who will be travelling the country with his family after the event.

The team leaves for a national training camp that begins Thursday, and will fly to Athens Saturday. The athletes will receive a hero’s welcome when they return to Vernon, Tuesday, July 5.

The Vernon branch of Special Olympics B.C. provides sports programs for individuals of all ages with intellectual disabilities.

More than 100 athletes are enrolled in 14 different sports, training and competing throughout the year.

The society strives to enrich lives and it celebrates personal achievement through positive sport experiences.

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Sports The Controllers put forward their best effort of the season to shut out the undefeated Vernon Chick Kickers 3-0 in the North Okanagan Women’s Soccer Association Masters Division Wednesday night at Marshall Field #1 Danielle Dunsmore started the scoring, receiving a Deanna Baker header and driving it off a defender in the 15th minute. Michelle Mercer’s 30-yard cross found Krista Backer, who slammed it off the post just before the half.

In the second half, Shawn Yargeau’s free kick found Dunsmore in full stride alone behind the defenders, and Dunsmore beat the keeper from 18 yards out to complete the scoring.

A strong midfield effort from Leslie Epp, Ang Durfeld, Krista Copeland and Backer, led by Dairy Queen Player of the Match Mercer, allowed the 6-1-1 Controllers a quick transition. Wernicke was solid as the Kickers improved to 7-1.

In other Masters play, Vernon Square Liquor Store North Okanagan United blanked the Seasons in the Okanagan Sistas 3-0 at Marshall #3.

Rita Tedesco scored off a free kick, Wendy Stevens deflected in a blast from Teresa Collins and Char McNaught after a collision between Sarah Kwantes and Sistas’ keeper Nicole Langner left the ball waiting nicely for McNaught.

Dar Wiese recorded the shutout, stopping a penalty shot from Andrea Zubot.

NOU (4-4-1) got great play from youngster Cheryl Roddis, solid centre control by Shelley Henry and nimble runs from (Lean) Lena Dean.

The 0-1-7 Sistas’ Nicole Langner made some great saves and continues to gain confidence.

Gators deliver slo-pitch pennant The Whitehouse Mortgage Gators clinched the Vernon Women’s Slo-Pitch League pennant with a 23-16 win over Dave’s Mobile Mechanic Devils.

The lead switched several games until the Gators sent the Devils back to Georgia with a big fifth inning explosion.

Lead-off hitter Tiffany Discher batted 6-for-6, while Kate Carter went 5-for-6 to keep the Gators rolling. Jennifer Doyle drove in six runs on four hits, while Cortnay Solmes supplied four hits, including a home run, and three ribbies.

Late Arrival Tanya Saddleman-Joe was quickly thrown into the game (cleats barely on) due to an injury, and made an outstanding defensive play from right field, throwing the runner out at first base. She also went 2-for-2 with an RBI. Kelly Jenner and Danielle Saddleman took control of the game from the mound for the 7-2 Gators.

Playoffs go the next two Wednesday nights.

U16 United in deadlock with Kamloops Vernon United tied Kamloops 1-1 in Thompson Okanagan Under 16 Rep Girls League play Thursday night at MacDonald Park.

Brianna Thalheimer and Alex Carter were dominant forces on the field, running hard and keeping the Kamloops players contained. Vernon held their strong defence in the second half, while Tessa Coulthard opened their offence.

Danika Damini, Megan Prentice and Kendall Tomiak all played well, helping Vernon keep possession in Kamloops’ end in the second half.

Kamloops answered back by firing one high on keeper Candice Lipski with a few minutes left.

Vernon hosts Kelowna United today (10 a.m.) at Marshall Field in their last league game.

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Editor’s note: This is the 11th and final in a series of triathlon tips leading up to the Mr. T’s Kids of Steel & Sprint Triathlon next Sunday. There are 150 registered for the event.

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Even the wildest dreams have a chance when some one dares to tri.

Come race day, will you be ready and determined?

Is all your equipment in good working order? Take your bike into a dealer and make sure it is in good condition.

Have you been able to keep up with all of the workouts? Do you have a plan for transition? Have you practised it? What works best? Sitting and putting on your socks or standing?

What method works best for taking off your wet suit? Practise, practise, practise.

Race day nutrition. Pre and post race? Best not to try anything new on race day. Stick with your plan.

Know the route for each discipline.

Remember, you are sharing the road.

We have taken every precaution to make your day as safe as possible.

However it is your responsibility to know the race route. Please follow the instructions from our traffic control and road marshals.

Respect the folks that live in the area. Take your garbage with you.

Residents who live in the race area – we ask that you please be patient and cautious. We have athletes competing from ages six to 80 years.

Enjoy your day! Don’t forget to have FUN. Happy Father’s Day!

Week #11: Taper – this week is when we allow our bodies to rest up and heal from the rigours of hard training. We still do some exercise to keep the feel for the water and flexible. The goal of tapering is for improved performance.

16yrs - Adult Swim – 1x week best on a Thursday-400m open water swim ez; Bike – 1x week best on a Tuesday 20 min ez spin; Run – 1x week best on Wednesday approx 2km ez walk run. *Note rest days or practise transition -Monday, Friday & Saturday for all age groups.

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14 - 15yrs Swim – 1x week Thursday lake swim 400m ez: feel for the water; Bike – 1x week Tuesday 20 min ez spin relaxed; Run – 1x week Wednesday walk run 20 min ez.

12 - 13yrs Swim - 1x week Thursday lake swim 300m ez: feel for the water; Bike – 1x week Tuesday 20 min ez spin relaxed; Run – 1x week Wednesday 20 min walk run ez.

10 - 11 yrs Swim - 1x week Thursday lake swim 100m; Bike – 1x week Tuesday 15min ride on a flat road or park land; Run – 1x week Wednesday walk run 15 min ez in the park.

8 - 9 yrs Swim – 1x week Thursday try a lake swim 100m if too cold use the pool; Bike – 1x week Tuesday 15 min ride on a flat road or in the park; Run -1x week Wednesday 15 min ez walk run in the park.

6 - 7yrs Swim – 1x week Thursday if its warm 50m in the lake; Bike – 1x week T u e s d a y enjoy a 10 min rid around the park; Run – 1x week Wednesday run along the beach to the gate.

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More than 50 Vernon Kokanee Swim Club members competed at the 19th annual June Classic Long Course Meet last weekend in Kamloops.

Burning up the pool was Wouter Terpstra, who attained his age-group national and western standards in four events – 50-metre butterfly, 100-m fly, 200-m fly and 200-m IM. As a result, he will be travelling to Montreal for the Canadian Age Group National Championships at the end of July.

Said Kokanee head coach Marc Tremblay: “It is great to see a swimmer like Wouter reaching this step in his swimming. Wouter comes to workout everyday in order to better himself. He works hard and always gives 100 per cent effort in everything that he does.”

Mareike Vahlenkamp achieved her Swim B.C. AA standard in 50-m freestyle, making her eligible to compete in the Swim B.C. AA Long Course Championships, June 24-26 in Kelowna.

The following swimmers posted 100 per cent best times in Kamloops: Ian Dorval, Indigo Freeman, Megan Heggenstaller, Kiah Lee, Meredith Levorson, Kenyon Neumann, Regan Peace, Kevin Sullivan, Wouter Terpstra, Chase Walthers and Dara Wasylik.

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The Kokanee finished fourth out of 21 teams, and Tremblay was thrilled with the results.

“It is fantastic when swim clubs from out of province, or out of country, come to a meet in the Okanagan.

It enhances the level of competition and makes our swimmers reach for a higher level of performance,” he said.

Earlier, Hanna Mehain swam her first 1,500-m freestyle in Kamloops, establishing a new club record for 11-12-year-old girls with 23 minutes, 7.73 seconds.

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WEDNESDAY MEN’S SOCCER – North Okanagan League, 7 p.m.; Monashee’s vs Concept Physio, Marshall #2; Davidson & Co. Dynamite vs NOD Eagle Homes, Marshall #3; Turn-Key Controls vs Courvas, Marshall #5.

GOLF SPALL BUSINESS LADIES NIGHT JUNE 8 FLIGHT A Low Net: Patti Kid 40 Low Gross: Wendy Giger 35 2rd Net: Laurie Arthur 36.5 FLIGHT B Low Net: Colette Burns 48 (Retro) Low Gross: Sheren Kripps 36.5 R 2rd Net: Pam Page 36.5 FLIGHT C Low Net: Ellie Nelson 47 Low Gross: Lee Middlestead 36 2rd Net: Ellen McGee 36.5 FLIGHT D Low Net: Cheryl Fisher 53 Low Gross: Patsy Osachoff 38 2rd Net: Grace Mayert 40 No Handicap: Cory Danielson RBC Dom. Securities: Karen Mosure Least Putts: Fisher 13 KPs: #3: Bev Gilchrist; #7: Rosman Long Drive: A: Kidd; B: Page; C: Teresa Huculak; D: Josee Bull; NH: Win Burge.

SPALL LADIES DAY – JUNE 8 1ST FLIGHT (0-22): Low Gross: Carolyn Berube 89 Low Net: Gloria Regier 67 2nd Net: Nancy Laframboise 73 3rd Net: Marj Griffin 75 Long Drive: Helen Jagow 2ND FLIGHT (24-26): Low Gross: Mabel Hamilton 94 Low Net: Sharon Bettesworth 75 2nd Net: Janan Tidball 76 3rd Net: Kay Cornish 77 Long Drive: Hamilton 3RD FLIGHT (27-30): Low Gross: Rena Ransom 98 Low Net: Diane Oakden 73 2nd Net: Marie Trentini 74 3rd Net: Kay Reid 75 Long Drive: Oakden 4TH FLIGHT (31+): Low Gross: Carol Sawada 105 Low Net: Keiko Nomura 72 2nd Net: Helen Tonogai 79 (retro) 3rd Net: Pat Haigh 79 (retro) Long Drive: Joyce Todd Deuces: #17: Berube, Hamilton ($14 each); #7: Sharon Fuhr ($14).

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VERNON MEN’S DAY - JUNE 8 INDIVIDUAL BLUE TEES 0-9 HANDICAP Low gross: Cody Edwards 73 Low net: Ernie Cherkowski 70 2nd gross: Tom Ross 74 2nd net: Greg Betts 71 3rd net: Geoff Bennett 72

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Downtown goes live Morning Star Staff

A Vernon trio will kick off Armstrong’s Celebrate – Countdown to Canada Day activities.

Downtown Live presents Steel Wound in Armstrong’s Memorial Park at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

This free community event kicks off almost two weeks of Celebrate – Countdown to Canada Day activities in Armstrong.

Steel Wound is an acoustic trio based in Vernon.

Their unique mix of original and cover tunes is best described as alternative-folk-ragtime-rockabillycountry-blues-ish stuff.

There’s something for everyone with a musical repertoire covering the past 60 years.

Three longtime musicians – Rod MacDonald, Kerry Parks and Keith Hustler – deliver a fresh blend of acoustic and slide guitars, upright bass, mandolin, harmonica, and vocals.

Maintained by the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Parks and Recreation Commission, Memorial Park is one of Armstrong’s most scenic spots with a new swimming pool, children’s water park, new playground equipment and lots of shade for people to come and relax all summer long.

Bring a blanket, chairs, umbrellas, sunscreen – even your dinner – and relax, and enjoy the fresh air for at least 90 minutes.

Downtown Live is a free community event, sponsored by Armstrong-Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce with support of the City of Armstrong, Thompson-Okanagan Tourism and local media outlets.

The federal Department of Canadian Heritage has also provided funds for the Celebrate – Countdown to Canada Day portion of Downtown Live.

Armstrong residents ready to decorate Morning Star Staff

The ArmstrongSpallumcheen Chamber of Commerce is inviting all local businesses to participate in Canada Day’s “Fly Your Pride” decorating contest.

This event runs from June 15 to 30.

The winner will be chosen by the citizens of Armstrong in a people’s choice format.

To cast your vote for the best decorated business, ballots will be available at the visitor centre.

The winner will be announced on Canada Day, July 1, in Memorial Park.

The chamber thanks contest sponsors, The Morning Star, Your Country News, Okanagan Advertiser and JJ’s Pizza.

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Rosemary and Wes Johnson (left) were married in June, 1951; in July, 1951, Wes’ brother, Herb, married Ollie Starchuk (right). And in September, 1951 their brother Jim married Dorothy Hyam.

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It was a big year for three brothers All enjoyed many happy years, with Wes and Rosemary, and Herb and Ollie raising their families in Vernon, and Jim and Dorothy raising their family in Salmon Arm. Sadly, Jim and Dorothy have since passed away, however two of the families

are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversaries this year.

All family members and friends are invited to come together for a tea July 9 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Halina Centre (3310-37th Ave.) in Vernon, to help the family celebrate.

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Join the children of Opal and Jerry Criss in congratulating their parents as they celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary. Their family includes Teresa, Karen, Gary and Trudy together with their spouses, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Opal and Jerry were married in Alberta Beach Corner, Alta.

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Today’s program features instructor Skye Moore teaching Accumulative Sketching.

Smarties runs every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the gallery. No registration necessary: just drop in for some fun. Wear old clothes and bring your imagination. Materials, encouragement and smiles supplied.

Suggested donation is $3 per person. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers interested in art are welcome to come down and help at the workshops.

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Who pays the property taxes?

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ur property tax bills have been mailed out, and most of us have received them.

If you are in the process of completing a sale on your home, the expected protocol is for the buyer to pay the property taxes if the sale changes ownership before July 4 and for the seller to pay if the sale closes after July 4.

This means that the property taxes will have to be pro-rated

between the buyer and the seller. Property taxes are paid in the middle of the year, but they are for the calendar year.

What we pay on July 4, 2011 is actually for the period of Jan.1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2011.

Jane Field So, if your sale date is say June 30, you and your buyer will pay about equally for half

REAL ESTATE

the year’s taxes. If your sale date is Sept. 30, you will pay roughly three-quarters of the taxes and your buyer will pay for the last quarter.

The taxes are adjusted for the appropriate portion of the year by the lawyer or notary handling the transaction.

The claiming of the homeowner grant comes into play on this as well.

In most cases, both buyer and seller will

reside in the home at some point during the year and are entitled to claim the homeowner grant, unless it is a spec property or non owner occupied residence, such as a rental home.

Again, if the sale closes before July 4 and the property is the seller’s principal residence, the seller can claim the home owner grant and the buyer still benefits by that in the adjustment of the taxes, as the taxes will be adjusted based on

what is paid, net of the homeowner grant.

If the sale closes after July 4 and the buyer is not eligible for the grant (because she will not be living in the house) then the gross taxes are payable.

In this case, the seller may then be able claim the homeowners grant on the home they are buying, rather than on the home they are selling.

If the 65-plus grant is to apply the procedure remains the same.

Closing before or after July 4 sets out who will claim whichever grant.

Jane Field works with Re/Max Vernon. To suggest topics for future articles or to ask Jane questions, e-mail her at jane@vernonrealestate. ca or call 250-503-3755.

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Star appear on Jane’s website – www.vernonrealestate.ca

Chaos helps food bank Morning Star Staff

Western Canada’s largest craft show has helped stock the shelves at Vernon’s food bank.

The recent Creative Chaos raised $4,069 in cash and $111 in bottle returns for the Salvation Army food bank.

“Also, 122 banana boxes of food were donated at the doors of the event,” said Joanne Horvath, with Creative Chaos.

“We would like to thank the many people who attended the event and donated items for the food bank and cash as well.”

About 20,000 people attended Creative Chaos this year.

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Emergency workers focus of MLA’s bill ALISTAIR WATERS Black Press

Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick says its time paramedics, firefighters and even Good Samaritans in B.C. know whether the people they help have diseases if they come in contact with that person’s body fluid in the course of helping him or her.

Letnick has introduced a private member’s bill that would enable emergency workers and others who help people on the street to apply for a court order to force those being

helped to undergo testing if required.

“It seems like a nobrainer,” said Letnick, who noted Nova Scotia has had such legislation in place since 2004, Saskatchewan since 2005, Ontario and Alberta since 2006 and Manitoba since 2008.

He said in the other jurisdictions, because of the legislation, often an emergency worker does not have to resort to the courts to force testing and to provide the results, the people helped do it voluntarily.

Currently in B.C.,

“It seems like a no-brainer.”

— Norm Letnick when a paramedic or a firefighter assists someone and comes in contact with that person’s body fluid, such as blood, all they can do is go to their own doctor for tests and be placed on lengthy and sometimes expensive precautionary medicine.

Depending on the

medicine, that regime can last for up to six months.

Letnick said he has already collected information about instances in the past to support his bill including one case where a paramedic had a patient’s blood coughed up into his eyes and another where

blood entered a paramedics mouth.

“Our emergency responders told us they need this protection, and it was time to help them for a change.”

Letnick said, based on the applause he received from both sides of the Legislature when he introduced his private member’s bill, he expects it should pass easily.

The president of the Ambulance Paramedics of B.C., Bronwyn Barter, said the stress such incidents place on emergency workers and their

families can be terrible.

“We are left with uncertainty and it could be six months to find out the results of tests and different issues at home because of the uncertainties,” said Barter.

Letnick said one of the biggest concerns with the bill will be the protection of privacy for those affected.

To that end, he said the 20-page bill includes rules that only allow the medical information to be shared between the person being tested, his or her doctor, the per-

son asking for the test and his or her doctor.

The potential penalties for inappropriate release of information could carry fines or even a jail term.

The local MLA said he consulted with B.C.’s privacy commissioner prior to crafting his bill.

Now that the bill has been introduced, Letnick will gather more information over the summer to support it for when it returns to the province’s Legislature for debate and a vote in the fall.

Rezoning proposal on hold

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Doug Brayshaw, left, TD Canada Trust branch manager, and K. Jeremy Siddall, agricultural services, present a cheque for $3,058 to Linda Yule, executive director, of the United Way.

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The regulatory process for a proposed North Westside Road development continues.

The Regional District of the Central Okanagan board has granted a six month extension to the official community plan and rezoning amendment applications for a proposed 43-lot subdivision adjacent to Westside Road.

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— Bruce Smith Land Developments Incorporated, is still working on addressing outstanding issues required by the regional board at the time the bylaws received second and third reading in late August 2009,” said Bruce Smith, RDCO

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The Vernon RCMP Safe Communities Unit hosts a scooter and motorized wheelchair safety course on Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Schubert Centre.

“This workshop is for all who own or are considering the purchase of a motorized wheelchair or scooter,” said Ed Howard, with the unit.

“The course will teach you the rules of the road and how to avoid crashes.”

The course is free and open to families and friends of scooter and wheelchair operators.

Southward Medical Supplies will be in attendance for information as well.

To register, or for more course information, call the community policing office at 250-550-7840.

■ Mature drivers are encouraged to take part in a practical workshop.

Living Well Driving Well is presented by the BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation, and will be held June 22, from 10 a.m. until noon at the Schubert Centre.

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Facebook, the latest iPod and Justin Bieber’s haircut are just a few of the distractions for kids in the 21st century. But when Vernon School District students were recently asked to explore Canadian history, they jumped at the chance.

At the fourth annual Vernon and District Heritage Fair hosted by the Greater Vernon Museum and Archives, students in Grades 4 to 10 prepared projects that celebrate Canadian history and heritage.

BX Grade 5 students Faith Jackson and Emily Venton presented their project, History of the Gitxsan, at the fair in April, and were selected to attend the regional fair in Kelowna last month. “I chose this topic because it is part of my heritage,� said Faith. “And I really wanted to learn more about it.�

Her good friend, Emily, is not of First Nations heritage, but has had a life-long interest in the subject. “I wanted to learn their language and their culture, I just really wanted to learn more,� she said. “I learned how to say hello and I learned that a traditional village can hold up to 100 families, with each house holding one clan. “Our project was hard work, but it was worth it.�

The girls’ project included miniature buildings and people to demonstrate a traditional Gitxsan village, with a totem pole at its centre. As well, historical photos from Faith’s family were used to illustrate the project. “I went on the Internet and I talked to my dad and my grandma, who is head of the clan,� said Faith. “And I found the UBC Museum of Anthropology website really helpful as well. I learned more about how they hunted and the foods they used, how they fished.�

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Faith Jackson (left) and Emily Venton with the awards they earned at the Regional Heritage Fair in Kelowna. regional fair in Kelowna and from there, to attend the Heritage Showcase at the University of Victoria in July. Unfortunately, only one student per project can attend, and Faith will be representing the project and bringing home a souvenir for Emily. “We’ve had a number of our students in our class win awards at the heritage fair and two were selected to go to Kelowna,� said Tanya Kaempf, a Grade 5/6 teacher at BX. “I chose to do it as a whole class project. For ideas, we went on the museum’s heritage fair website, but it was quite open and could be anything such as immigration of an aunt, or a project about an inventor; it was very broad, but it had to be Canadian. “My kids rose to the challenge — part of it was they had to do an oral presentation to the class on their project, and teach others and then by going to the fair, they get exposed to Canadian culture and history. It’s one of the best educa-

tional experiences around.�

Students use the medium of their choice to share stories about Canadian heroes, legends, milestones, and achievements, and present the results of their research first at school and then, for a selected few, at the regional fair.

Wearing traditional dress, Grade 5 BX student Kiera Hutchinson presented her project, First Nations of Canada, that also detailed a traditional village, complete with tiny fish cooking over a fire. “I have always wanted to learn more about the culture,� said Kiera, 11. “And by doing this, I learned their language and how they lived. I have lots of friends who are First Nations and I’ve had lots of support from my parents on my project.�

Kiera’s project was also selected for the regional fair and she will join Faith for the all-expenses-paid trip to the Victoria showcase next month.

The fourth annual Vernon and District Heritage Fair April 15 brought 154 students with 124 projects. “Students from eight schools in Vernon, plus homeschooling, selected projects on a variety of Canadian topics, researched and created amazing displays,� said Pat Simmons, education coordinator for the museum. “The variety and quality of exhibits was incredible, which is a tribute to the teachers of these students. And we had 15 students nominated to go to Kelowna, with seven returning with awards. “Many thanks go to the students, parents and teachers of School District 22, to our many sponsors and supporters and our 155 volunteers. Without them, our fair would not have been such a success.�

As for next year’s fair, Faith, Emily and Kiera have all made the decision to participate and are already considering their topics. “I think I’d like to do something on Canadian languages next year,� said Emily. “This was such a great experience.�

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Hockey night in Canada on Saturday nights was a tradition in our house.

One of my brothers is still very much a Habs fan but is lending his support to the Canucks because they are a Canadian team and it is so great to have the land of hockey in the finals.

My brothers played minor hockey, we played on the pond when we lived on the farm, even at our school on a frozen pond, and street hockey in front of our house because that’s where the street lights were. Our hometown had a Junior B team and I attended many games, enjoying the game and the intensity with which some fans responded to the action.” Is Mr. Marshall’s face going to burst from all that screaming? Do you think he is going to have a heart attack?”

As a young woman I lived in Los Angeles for a couple of years and for one hockey season my room mate

when they are was Doug playing, to see Smith, who them live?” I played for the can see them L.A. Kings. really well He was this on the big great young screen. guy: 20, from So my Nepean, near darling is in Ottawa, living his dream, Michele Blais Vancouver for business playing during the opening hockey with people he game of the finals, I grew up admiring, and join him and we are driving to the arena going to try to get tickin a silver Porsche. He ets. The excitement in gave me tickets to all Vancouver that day was the home games — see incredible! People smilMarcel Dionne, Bernie ing, wearing their blue Nicholls. It was so and green and as we much fun and such got closer to 5 o’clock a great experience to the positive energy was see all those games in building. the Forum. Doug was He says “I am not injured early in the year paying a dime over my and then was able to finish out the season; it budget.” Within 10 seconds he is willing to pay was great insight into over his budget, maybe professional sports and seeing the ticket, the all the hooplah around face value cost, changed it in 1982/83. The his mind and we were previous season had in the arena and at way been a big year for the less than the original Canucks. pie-in-the-sky price. The My darling is a energy was incredible! die-hard Canucks fan.

The grin on his face I have watched the throughout the game games with him casu— well, there were a ally over the years, and few times when he was then more so this year as they started climbing screaming, and not grinning — was priceup through the levels. less!

“We have to go — if The singing of the they get to the finals national anthem still we have to go.” “We’ll see,” he replies. Are you brings tears to my eyes, it was so powerful, peocrazy, I think, you love ple standing singing so them! Don’t you want to be there in the arena loudly and proudly, it

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was beautiful. We could see the game well and enjoy the camaraderie of the fans around us. “The real fans sit up here,” a big fellow announces.

The enthusiasm was incredible, and when Torres scored the goal it was electrifying, people leaping to their seats and cheering.

Afterwards out on the streets, everybody smiling, basking in their team’s win.

And this week mourning their losses.

Sports fans have been studied by psychologists for years.

What I see is that you choose a team that you feel a connection to.

That connection comes with a sense of community you share with other Canucks fans.

You develop a loyalty and you always believe that some day your team will achieve the highest level of success.

The Stanley Cup. I love to see the kids playing on the street wearing hockey jerseys, each of them wearing a different player, someone they can identify with. I used to buy them at VV boutique or the Sally Ann for when the boys played road hockey, the kids would carefully select a team or player. Hoping

Summer is a perfect time to get creative Morning Star Staff

Summer is the time to try something new that could become a long-term interest — piano, guitar, creative dance, painting, photography, culinary arts, musical theatre, mixed media and more.

The Summer Arts School lets youth ages nine to 15 explore through the Ignite the Passion in the Arts Program Aug. 8-13 at George Elliot secondary school and Creekside Theatre. This is the second year for the program run by the Summer Arts Scene for Youth in Central Okanagan Society (SASFY), a non-profit arts organization.

The faculty is made up of 14 professional artists, teachers and performers for the six-day event which concludes with a Saturday Arts Gala Extravaganza exhibition/concert on the theme Kaleidoscope.

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Jacqueline Douglas starts her new business Ladies Only Group Travel with a trip to Costa Rica next February.

She plans to do three trips a year to different parts of the world with Australia, China, Spain, small ship cruises and an African safari in her dreams. “I’m not getting any younger and there are places I want to see and I think a lot of women feel that way. I think women don’t travel on their own because they fear the unknown, they always think their husbands will take care of things, but we can do things for ourselves.

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world but there is a lot of good out there. I refuse to let the world troubles keep me from doing what I want to do,� she said. “I want to help other women enjoy seeing the world when they might be too afraid to take that step by themselves.

I really hope the ladies in this area will be brave enough to go. Once they’ve done it, they’ll be addicted to travel.�

She has had a positive response to the idea of a women-only group travel and looks forward

to getting the Costa Rica group together for a wine and cheese evening to get to know each other before they go on the trip. “I know this will be a lot of fun, and, yes, we will go shopping.

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Jacqueline Douglas thought nothing of taking off on an impromptu solo trip to Costa Rica two years ago, renting a jeep and seeing the country.

Now she’s inviting other adventurous women to join her in Ladies Only Group Travel. “I went by myself because my husband couldn’t leave work then and I bet there are a lot of other ladies whose husbands can’t get away or don’t like to travel to the places they’d like to see, or groups of friends who would like to travel together. If you get 10 people traveling together, you cut down the costs and increase the fun,� she said.

Douglas has always traveled, with her parents as a child and later with her husband. “I like history and architecture and I take pictures and write stories and submit them to travel magazines and also do stock photos for different sites,� she said. “A lot of people think Costa Rica is a ThirdWorld country but it is very peaceful with windmills for power and 25 per cent of the country as national parks.

The people are very friendly and I felt safe.

You can drive from the Pacific to the Caribbean in five hours and there are great beaches and jungle tours. There are more species of butterflies there than in all the rest of North America.�

Douglas has planned her first Ladies Only trip to Costa Rica for next February with a week at an all-inclusive resort and the second week at a luxury villa with maid service and meals provided. She works with Marlin Travel for the arrangements and insurance.

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Community Calendar JUNE 12

Feature Event: Scotiabank Summer of Science 2011 at the OSC

LUMBY & DISTRICT WILDLIFE ASSOC. monthly trapshoots second Sunday of the month at 10 a.m., at the clubhouse, for more info. call Norm at 547-6012 or Leroy at 542-1445.

ROYAL CDN. LEGION BRANCH 189 OYAMA General meeting June 12 at 2 p.m. All members are urged to attend. Please call the branch at 250-548-3521 after 3 p.m. for more info.

VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB SUNDAY HIKE June 12, medium difficulty hike on High Rim Trail off Hwy. 33 east of Kelowna.

Includes descent of 500 metre. Bring lunch and lots of water.

Group leaves parking lot behind library at 8:30 a.m. for carpool to trailhead. Call Fred at 25-545-2484 for more information.

KINDALE WALK-A-THON AND FAMILY FUN DAY June 12, registration at 9 a.m., walk begins at 9:30 a.m. Two routes available and maps given out at registration. All events will take place at new venue, 3300 Smith Dr. in Armstrong (across from Askews). First 100 walkers receive a swag bag of goodies and there are amazing prize packages for most monies collected by an individual and most monies collected by a youth. Community yard sale begins right after the walk at approximately 10 a.m. Bring the whole family and enjoy the Pirate Ship Slide & Bouncer; face painting; card making and a BBQ lunch.

SMARTIES DROP-IN ART PROGRAM, GALLERY VERTIGO All ages welcome. No registration necessary, just drop in for some fun. Everyone welcome! Suggested donation: $3 per person. June 12 topic is Accumulative Sketching with Skye Moore. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by adult. Teens welcome too.

High school students interested in art invited to assist at workshops, which happen every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Gallery Vertigo is upstairs at suite #1, 3001-31st St., downtown Vernon. For more information call 250-503-2297 or see www.galleryvertigo.com

ummer is right around the corner and the Okanagan Science Centre and Scotiabank are gearing up for another summer of science fun! Check out our 10 new week-long camps, including Critter Cafe, CSI, Toy Factory and TWO adventure-themed Lego Mindstorms camps! Wild Science Wednesdays are new this year, featuring an exciting, fun-filled day camp every Wednesday! And back by popular demand, Silly Science for preschoolers will run in July and August. Call 250-545-3644 to reserve your spot, as spaces fill quickly! For the complete 2011 summer camp schedule, visit www.okscience.ca Flick, planning and building services manager, and Al McNiven, director of Parks, Recreation and Culture, will offer information on Polson Park. There will also be updates on other senior related community issues. Please note that there will be no meetings in July and August. For more information, please contact the Seniors Information and Resource Bureau at 250-545-8572.

POWERED PARAGLIDING CLUB Join the Okanagan Free Flyer’s Powered Paragliding Club and take to the skies under a paraglider with an easy foot-launched backpack model engine. Good chance to meet up with fellow pilots and cruise around the beautiful Okanagan. Meets Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Call James at 546-2812 or e-mail james@gojoli.com for regular meeting times, locations and more information.

VERNON PC USERS’ CLUB MEETS The second Tuesday of each month at the Schubert Centre at 3505-30th Ave., at 7 p.m. Call Betty at 542-7024 or June at 549-7221 and check out vernon pcusersclub.ca.

Join us and get answers to computer and camera-related questions.

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

RESTORATION AND HEALING FOR WOUNDED SOULS A Christcentred approach to recovery from Life’s Controlling Problems.

Everyone welcome, every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Vernon Family Church (beside Lincoln Lanes). Call Bonnie at 306-6187 or Wayne at 542-5878.

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ROYAL CDN. LEGION BR. 189 OYAMA LADIES AUX. General meeting June 13. All members are urged to attend and bring a friend.

If you have any questions, call the Legion at 250-548-3521 after 3 p.m. or e-mail lsdmjb@yahoo.com.

GMO HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL RISK Speaker Dave Doncaster gives audio-visual presentation covering latest discoveries and research on genetically modified foods. Dave delivers the truth about this untested biotechnology June 13 at 7 p.m., Centre for Spiritual Living, 2913-29th Ave. FENG SHUI INFORMATION NIGHTS: PART 1 OF 4 June 13 at 7 p.m., Bean Scene, upstairs in Narnia. The TaiJi and the 5 Phases is the first night, presented by Samantha Plovie, with Chi Solutions.

PARENT SUPPORT & EDUCATIONAL GROUP For parents of chilEntry is by donation to Critter Aid. dren with FASD and similar neurological conditions meets June 14 TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) MEETS Mondays at First from 9-10:30 a.m., NONA Child Development Centre, 2802-34th Baptist Church, 1406-32nd Ave. Weigh-in from 6 to 6:45 p.m. with St. For more information contact key worker Lorraine Donald at meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. All ages welcome. Call Joan at 250-542549-1281, ext.215. New group members are always welcome!

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THE VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB RAMBLE June 14 to BX Falls CHRONIC PAIN AND DEPRESSION GROUP runs every second in the Vernon area. Bring lunch. The Ramblers leave Curling Club Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Peer Support services, 3100-28th Ave. parking lot 10 a.m. to carpool to trailhead. Call Donna at 250-260An informative, supportive and knowledgeable group of people 3541 for more information who live with chronic pain. Interested parties should call 250-542- STAR COUNTRY SQUARES Once again starting dancing in the 6155 and ask for Carole, if not available please leave message. park, Polson Park Band Shell June 14, 21, (no dancing June 28 due GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN Support group to July 1 event) July 5, 12, 19 and 26. Rain or shine we dance and meets every other Monday at the Schubert Centre. Great information have fun. Join us either to watch or dance, your choice. Bring chair source. Extended family members welcome. For more information, and water and of course yourself. A great way to meet old and phone 250-549-3328. new friends from Okanagan and Shuswap. See www.squaredance.

YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES UNLIMITED (YOU) Peer support group for bc.ca/poster/parkdancing. A taste of modern square dancing. youth and young adults with a variety of disabilities at Independent SENIORS ACTION NETWORK MEETING June 14 from 10 a.m.Living Vernon, #107, 3204- 27th Ave. (People Place), Mondays noon at the People Place, room 006, 3402-27th Ave. Vernon. This from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Open to all youth ages 16 to 29 who would is an open meeting where seniors and those interested in making like to meet other individuals with disabilities who have similar positive changes in the lives of seniors are invited to attend. Kim interests and want to share WILL YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO? or build your skills about community networking, independent choices, career paths, leadership skills, etc., and you would like to have fun and be supported in a safe comfortable enviEmergency and First Aid for Pets ronment. For information Dr. Nicole Shortt, ND Naturopathic Physician Tuesday, June 14 • 7:00 PM contact Crystal Compton at Learn what to do if your pet is injured. Topics will include 250-545-9292 or e-mail to recognizing and addressing common emergencies, safe transport of crystal@ilvernon.ca an injured pet and what you should have on hand in your first aid kit to help your pet. Call to reserve your seat today…

AA MEETINGS MONDAYS 250-549-0402 Upon Awakening meeting, 2700 - 30th Avenue, Monday to Saturday 7 a.m., Vernon (kitty corner Dr. Krista Ingram, ND to the Court House) Anglican Church, 3205-27th Naturopathic Physician St. (back door), Vernon.

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BINGO IN ENDERBY Mondays at 6 p.m., Enderby Seniors Complex on George Street at 6 p.m.; 19 games.

CODA MEETS Mondays at noon at The Arbour, Vernon Alliance Church.

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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Community Calendar JUNE 14 COCAINE ANONYMOUS MEETS Every Tuesday at 8 p.m., at All Saints Anglican Church, 3205-27th St. If you think you have a problem with cocaine, please join us.

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

ELKS LODGE meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at 3103-30th St. (across from bus depot). Call 558-0876 for info. New members welcome.

KIWANIS CLUB OF VERNON FOUR SEASONS Meets Tuesdays at noon at Schubert Centre. New members welcome. For more information, call 545-8650.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS St. James Council meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., in Columbus Court.

HALINA SENIORS CENTRE Bingo every Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. All 19 and over welcome. For more information, call 250-542-2877.

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

Please note: new location, new games.

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

AA MEETINGS TUESDAYS Upon Awakening meeting, Monday to Saturday 7 a.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27th St. (back door), Vernon.

Nooner Solution Group Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) Open mtg. (X), Upper Room Mission, 4:30 p.m., upstairs, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. Phoenix Topic meeting (X), open meeting 7 p.m., Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave., Vernon. Rocketed to the 4th Dimension group (H) open, 7:30 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr., Vernon. New Hope Group (H) open meeting, 8 p.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr., Vernon. (H). Handicap access (X) no handicap access.

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER LESSONS Offered by Independent Living Vernon for $2. Time available Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Please call and book at 250-545-9292. We are in the People Place, room 107.

UPCOMING ALLAN BROOKS NATURE CENTRE SOCIETY AGM Annual general meeting June 15 at 7 p.m., People Place, 3402-27th Ave Two positions available for two year terms each: society secretary and director at large. Nominations accepted up to 4 p.m. June 14 by e-mail to Ken Barton at Kenbarton@shaw.ca. If required, an election will be held at the AGM. For more information, call Ken Barton at 250-765-7581.

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL Our local Vernon group will celebrate Amnesty’s 50th anniversary June 15, raising “a toast to freedom” at Schubert Centre, from 7 to 9 pm. Please join us, everyone welcome.

Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people dedicated to the protection and promotion of human rights. Visit us online at www.amnestyvernon.ca.

THE VERNON SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CLASS OF 1981 Holding its 30-year reunion July 30, 2011. The event starts at 6 p.m. at the Best Western Vernon Lodge Hotel. The cost is $30 per person.

RSVP by July 1 to grad81@hotmail.ca. Or call Rod at 250-545-5303 for more information.

THE NORTH OKANAGAN COMMUNITY RESPONSE NETWORK Hosting a “Food, Fun and Information Day” at the Schubert Centre June 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in honour of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. We will have door prizes, a number of exhibitors, and speakers with very valuable information.

CREATIVE KIDS ART CAMP Vernon Community Arts Centre, July

5 to 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for ages seven to 10. Designed to jechang.ca No fragrance please. let youth explore a variety of art activities including painting, drawing, sculpture, fibre art, puppetry, printmaking, collage, mixed media. To register (by June 15), see www.vernonarts.ca or call 250-542-6243.

VERNON & DISTRICT METIS ASSOCIATION Meets every third Wednesday of the month, potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by meeting at 7 p.m., Halina Centre. For more information contact William Gagné at 250-545-9415.

PAINTING CLASSES Register by June 15 for Flowers in the Garden Tree Spade & July 5 to 8, 9 a.m. to noon, or An Afternoon in Plein Air July 5 to 8, Bobcat 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. for anyone 16 and over. To register, call the Vernon Service Community Arts Centre, 250-542-6243 or see www.vernonarts.ca CHARLES BLOOM FUNDRAISER We need to raise around $20,000 * for sound and lighting (a three-year plan) and decided to have a talent show to kick off our fundraising. June 15 and 16, Charles Bloom TREES up to 25 ft TALL school theatre, doors open at 6:30 p.m., curtain at 7 p.m. Cost: $7 for Call us for details* adults and $5 for seniors/students; coffee, tea and desserts are served at intermission and included in price. Show features a plethora of talent 250-547-9707 Life is too short from Charles Bloom. Also have raffle tickets for purchase at the show for Seedlings! www. cat.ca and will raffle off baskets donated by our staff and the community.

FASD COMMUNITY MEETING If you are working with, interested in or living with a child/youth or adult with FASD we would like to invite you to attend our meeting June 16 from 9 to 10:30 a.m., NONA Child Development Centre, 2802-34th St. For more information, contact Lorraine Donald at 549-1281.

COMMUNITY SENIORS’ FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON Vernon Full Gospel Tabernacle, 5871 Okanagan Landing Rd., June 16, starting at 10:45 a.m. Special Fathers’ Day celebration; special music by local Once again, The Olde Schoolhouse, singers and musicians; great lunch, great fellowship, great inspiration, a fine heritage gem of 1884, is plus delightful hymn singing accompanied by the Sing-Along Band. open to offer delicious foods, Everyone heartily welcome; bring a friend! antiques and antique repairs.

THE VERNON PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP MEETS Third Thursday of each month from September to June, 1 - 3 p.m., People Place, Vernon. We welcome newly diagnosed or newcomers to town.

OPEN WEEKDAYS • 10AM - 4PM Take the opportunity to share your concerns with others living with Starting June 13 this chronic disease. You will find you are not alone and we can help.

1775 Pleasant Valley Rd. Note: for this month only, our meeting is June 16, noon to 3 p.m., Just south of P.V. Cross Rd, Armstrong Polson Park Pagoda. Pot luck lunch and bring a lounge chair if posSheila Luniw • 250-546-9190 sible. Anyone needing a ride or if you have any questions, please call Eleanor Dean at 250-558-7867.

ODD FELLOWS MEET Every third Thursday of the month at the OAP Hall in Lumby and at 3300 Mabel Lake Park on the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. Call 250-547-9092 or 250-5420616 for more information.

WONDERCAFE.LIVE! IN LUMBY is pleased to present Phil Hewer, the founder of Silver Hills Guest House, to speak on the topic, “Beyond Stress & Distress: Towards Heath.” We will gather June 17 at Lumby United Church Hall 7 to 9 p.m.

Please come and bring all of your stress issues and/or questions about this fascinating topic. By donation, with coffee and tea. This will be the last Dr. Chris Spooner ND wonderCafé-live! until September 2011. Thank you all for your community support and wisdom!

Questions? Call Dave at 250-547-6368.

Dr. Shelby Entner ND BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASS June 17 from We’re here to help patients integrate research-based 7-8:45 pm. Vernon library, 3001-32nd Ave. Dropnatural approaches into their health care. in class; topic will be “The Path To Freedom.”

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Country artist loves to clown around KRISTIN FRONEMAN

Bourgeois has rounded up two local musicians to help him in this latest endeavour, It’s hard for a clown to cut a break some- including Vernon vocalist/keyboardist and recording studio owner Betty Ann Northup times.

For some reason, kids, and the occasional and Enderby bassist Jerry Hutter (who once adult, tend to run the other way when they toured with Gary Fjellgaard.)

Bourgeois is the main “clown.” see the grease paint and big red nose.

Originally from Manning, Alta., A term has even been coined on the ‘net for those who have fear of clowns –– Bourgeois’ exposure to clowns was mostly at the rodeo. However, his coulrophobia. And it hasn’t experience as a musician helped that too many horgoes back to when he five ror films have been made years old, when he was featuring a smeared red handed his first guitar. He smiley-faced psychopath in started touring professionclown costume. (Jigsaw, The ally at the age of 15, and Joker from The Dark Knight, has been involved in the anyone?) business –– off and on –– Lawrence Bourgeois ever since. hopes to change that image.

After moving back to Known by his other B.C. in the mid-’80s he moniker “Pingo,” Bourgeois has created a new act that — Lawrence Bourgeois began playing in numerous bands, and in ‘92 he combines clowning with his formed Pingo, named after other favourite past time, music.

“Basically the Clown ‘n’ Country Music a hill made of permafrost, performing in the Show is country music played by clowns,” said Royal Canadian Legion lounge circuit for Bourgeois, a former Vernon and Armstrong many years.

“I got the name Pingo after travelling to resident who now lives in Kelowna. the north in the ‘60s,” explained Bourgeois.

“This is truly family entertainment. The After producing The Country Music Story, story is about a clown who is not making it as a clown, but finds he is a better musician. a stage act dedicated to the origins of counIt’s classic country. There’s lots of one liners, try, in 2005, Bourgeois got out of the music business, saying he found it difficult to find and it’s clean comedy.”

The mix of clowning and country also other musicians willing to commit the time.

It was after visiting Hutter, and receiving blends well together, and is a natural fit to further encouragement from his wife, Barb, what Bourgeois hopes to achieve.

“Our goal is to bring live, classic country that he came up with Clown ‘n’ Country.

“I was told to get back into music, as back to small community halls,” he said.

“We want to work with service clubs such as that’s when I’m happiest. When I thought the Army Navy Air Force, the legion, com- about what kind of show I wanted to do, the munity halls and organizations, and to raise clown idea came up. It was a way to make other people happy.” money for them.”

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“When I thought about what kind of show I wanted to do, the clown idea came up. It was a way to make other people happy.”

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Lawrence Bourgeois is at the Army Navy Airforce Hangar Thursday with his Clown ‘n’ Country Music Show.

The Clown ‘n’ Country Music Show makes its Vernon debut at the Army Navy Airforce Unit 5 (The Hangar) Thursday. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $20 in advance at the ANAF

Spitfire Lounge, by calling 250-470-7366, or visit www.clownandcountry.com. Tickets are $25 at the door. A portion of the proceeds will be will be donated to the ANAF Unit 5 renovation fund.

Students stage Glee-like musical Morning Star Staff

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Spencer Freeman-Marsh (left) and Lisa Rae rehearse for Fulton’s student written and acted musical, Perspectives, opening Wednesday.

Don’t worry, no students have been slushied in the making of Perspectives.

Written and performed by the musical theatre class at Clarence Fulton Secondary School, Perspectives, like the popular TV show Glee, is a musical montage of the high school experience.

“The one major difference in this show is that it was written as a collective, and modeled loosely after the Glee style, using modern, and

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numbers both old and new,” said student Maria Marioni, who is part of the production.

Perspectives opens in the Fulton drama room for an evening performance Wednesday and runs to Friday this week at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students/seniors.

Call 250-545-1348 ext. 338 to book.

Morning performances, which are primarily for elementary school students, but are open to the public, take place Monday to Friday at 10 a.m.

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Guitarist returns for lauded encore performance DVOIRA YANOVSKY Morning Star contributor

Fiery, intense – just two words to describe internationally renowned West Coast singersongwriter and guitarist Michael Friedman, who returns for an encore performance Friday at Vernon’s Bean Scene coffee house.

Earlier last fall, Vernon fans were thrilled with Friedman’s passionate and powerful threeoctave voice, stunning “new acoustic” guitar playing, and complex exploration of musical genres.

Friedman’s expressive playing and stirring vocals moved the audience to both enthusiastic applause and joyful song as they joined him on the moving tune River Swim Mountain Climb.

While Friedman’s original lyrics touch the heart, listeners will also enjoy his entertaining anecdotes with their wry and witty observations about life as a musician and life in general.

Friedman’s original compositions and impressive performances garner rave reviews whenever he plays. The Georgia Straight praised Friedman’s “sharp compositional sensibility” and “a down-to-earth knack for writing insightful songs about personal relationships, both within the framework of romance and in a greater societal context.”

Friedman has recorded several acclaimed solo albums including I Never Knew What Hit Me Until Now (1995), Angst Ridden Writer (1998), and Diamond Space (2006).

This gig previews some new tunes from

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Michael Friedman brings his expressive vocals and guitar playing to the Bean Scene Friday. his upcoming CD, which Friedman is recording with producer John Ellis, producer for Jane Siberry, Barney Bentall, Ridley Bent, and others.

Touringtoenthusiastic audiences in Europe and North America for many years now, Friedman has shared the stage with an impressive list of artists including the legendary Pete Seeger, Don Ross, Jim Byrnes, Spirit of the West, Stephen Fearing, Perth County Conspiracy,

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Friedman studied guitar and composition at the same distinguished conservatory as his father. While based in Germany, he toured extensively as a solo artist and as a member of several groups, becoming a respected member of the international music community in Europe.

Upon returning to Vancouver, Friedman branched out into writing music scores for television and film, and giving guitar and song writing instruction and workshops. He was also music director for the CBC’s Front Page Challenge during its last three years, writing more than 120 compositions for this Canadian classic.

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TOM NOLAN With traces of pharmaceuticals being detected in our environment (soil and water), the disposing of unused medication must be seriously considered.

Flushing down the toilet is not the way to do it nor is throwing medication into the garbage. Talk to your pharmacist for the most environmentally friendly way

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Just a quick reminder about the term “SPF� on sunscreen labels. If you have the type of skin that burns in 10 minutes in the sun with no protection, then applying a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 means that you’ll be protected 15 times longer (150 minutes). An SPF of 30 gives protection 30 times as long. There is not much more advantage using sunscreens with SPF of 50 or more.

While we are on the subject of sun, some medications can cause a photosensitivity reaction when we are out in the sun. Our pharmacists are familiar with these interactions and will bring it to your attention with an auxiliary label and in-store counselling if it could affect you.

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Sierra Stevens runs through her solo dance performance Wednesday at the Performing Arts Centre during the Carole’s Dance Academy annual dance recital dress rehearsal. Miranda Lambert and Trista Dorscher (below) work through their dance routine. The performance, taking place today at 7 p.m., is dedicated to the memory of Darin Cunliffe, a Vernon student who died a year ago. For more photos, check The Morning Star online at www.vernonmorningstar.com.

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Forum targets valley entrepreneurs BARRY GERDING Black Press

The Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society has launched a bold attempt to help harness the entrepreneurial capabilities of Okanagan Valley residents.

The society will host a roundtable discussion in September, aimed at bringing together valley-wide business leaders with existing and aspiring entrepreneurs.

The goal of the roundtable will be to reach a consensus on how to take better advantage of the entrepreneurial spirit across the region, from Salmon Arm to Osoyoos, and appoint a task force to develop a three-year action plan to implement those recommendations.

The roundtable is the brainchild of Joel Young, founder of the society, which has gained support of local business leaders and municipal officials.

As well, the Harvest Group of Companies, based out of Calgary and Lethbridge, has offered its support with a $4,000 grant to help cover the costs of the roundtable session and Frank Lonardelli, president of the capital investment firm, will be the keynote speaker.

Lonardelli started up a food service business that became one of the largest in Western Canada. He sold it in 2004 and turned his sights to building a real estate portfolio with a current combined enterprise value of more than $150 million.

Lonardelli was also instrumental in establishing the Calgary chapter of the Entrepreneurs Organization, a global network of more than 7,500 successful entrepreneurs in 38 countries.

Ron Beyer, Harvest Group of Companies spokesperson, says entrepreneurs can bring positive change to our lives.

“Innovation and creativity are what entrepreneurs are all about,” said Beyer.

“Entrepreneurs set out to solve big problems, to provide a solution to issues, that

governments just can’t do.”

He cited the example of growing economies in countries like China, India and across Asia, where business entrepreneurs are helping to elevate people from poverty to middle class income levels.

He noted the example of Steve Jobs, who has changed the lives of people around the world by bringing creativity and innovation to Apple Computers “Sometimes we often think of business people as being greedy and always out for a profit. But people who are true entrepreneurs do so much more than that by bringing their creativity and innovation to our society.”

Beyer added that refugees who come to Canada also realize much more readily than Canadians what entrepreneurial opportunities our country can provide.

“I think our education system can do a lot more to help those of us who grow up here better realize that same opportunity.”

Colin Parker, chairperson of the Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society, said a key outcome of the roundtable and subsequent action plan is to make potential entrepreneurs aware of the services and support currently available, and what more can and should be done.

“It can make starting a business a lot easier if you are aware of organizations out there that can offer you help to get started.”

As for Young, he points to a recent statistic that showed 57 per cent of the small business owners in the Okanagan Valley are self-employed.

“We don’t know how many of those business owners are textbook entrepreneurs, but it does show the validity for enhancing the entrepreneurial spirit in this part of B.C.,” Young said.

The roundtable forum will take place Sept. 7 at the Delta Grand convention centre in Kelowna.

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Roy Beyer, with the Harvest Group of Companies, speaks about the merits of a new initiative to develop entrepreneurial opportunities in the Okanagan Valley.

Vernon students recognized during ceremony Morning Star Staff

Two Vernon chartered accountant students graduated from the Chartered Accountant School of Business program at a recent ceremony in Vancouver.

Jane Long is with Meyers Norris Penny and Danny Robert is with KPMG. Students recognized at the convocation ceremony are eligible for membership in the

Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. this year.

“The CA designation is earned through the completion of a detailed and exacting educational program, designed to ensure high levels of business and accounting competencies,” said Richard Rees, chief executive officer of the Chartered Accountants of B.C. “I congratulate each and every one of our

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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. is the training, governing and regulatory body of B.C.’s 10,000 members and just over 1,500 CA students.

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CAs must also pass a comprehensive rigorous national final exam to earn their

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Back to school Editor’s note: This is the first of a rotating biweekly column by local chambers of commerce. he business environment is one that is constantly evolving. Just staying up to date on current strategies and tactics can be a daunting prospect for many of the small- and medium-sized businesses that make up the majority of businesses in B.C..

To help provide knowledge and insight into latest methods of marketing and business growth strategies, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce has launched a new program called Chamber U. As a chamber we have access to many experts with George Duffy current in-depth knowledge.

With our extensive network of members, and with our affiliation to both the B.C. and Canadian chambers of commerce, there is a deep pool of talent we can draw from to deliver leading edge information.

The mandate to provide educational services for our members is one of the things I find most appealing about being in today’s chamber. We are very pleased to be able to offer these programs at no cost to our members in good standing.

It also gives some of our members a chance to share some of their expertise and profile their businesses as presenters in a non-promotional environment. For example, we had our first Chamber U June 2 at Lake City Casino, with Tim Houle, from V-Net Consulting, presenting on search engine optimization.

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marketing, customer service and e-commerce.

Several Chamber U topics in the planning phase include using constant contact e-mail services (June 28), Hootsuite social media dashboard (Oct. 11), and pay-per-click advertising using Google Adwords (date TBA).

Moving forward, there will more diverse subjects introduced with presentations from Kazia Mullin, from Crema Communications, on small business marketing, doing business with the City of Vernon with a city official, and goal setting with Charley Hampton, of Coach Charley.

As the series progresses, web-based seminars, dubbed webinars, will also start to be used to deliver the information.

Webinars are presented from the trainer’s computer and distributed using software, allowing participants to see a presentation much like a powerpoint on their own computer screen. The software also supplies sound using the computer’s speakers or a connection over the telephone, that participants dial up to receive.

These will allow even more of our members to participate in the events than ever before as they will not have to travel from their office to attend.

People will not have to be as constrained Coming this to a single fixed place, Fall/Early 2012! date and time since we Attractive 3000 sq ft can easily repeat the retail/storefront office webinars for multiple space located in busy occurrences, and we can block on Main Street archive them for later Inquiries: viewing on our website. chlvernon@shaw.ca All scheduled events or 250.542.5100 offered by the Vernon chamber can be viewed at www.vernonchamber.

ca. This is all part of a bigger plan to add more interactivity to the chamber website.

It is already one of the most frequently searched and used websites in the Vernon area, and the goal is to maximize service to members.

People are also welcome to call the office at 250545-0771, or drop in at 102-2901 32 St. George Duffy is the general manager of the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce.

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Carrington Place Retirement Residence marketing manager Twyla Wygle is featured in the 2011 Chartwell Seniors Housing annual report.

Wygle was nominated in the category of performance, reflecting the work she had done since Carrington Place opened its doors in April 2010 for its 71-bed expansion.

“The highlight of this job is offering my assistance,” said Wygle.

“And that includes earning the trust of both prospective residents and their family members.”

Chartwell Seniors Housing is a Canadian-owned company that owns and operates more than 150 retirement homes and long-term care homes across Canada including Carrington Place in Vernon.

The company has 11,000 employees and almost 200 individuals were nominated by their peers or supervisors for the report.

Twenty-one employees were selected.

Chartwell Seniors Housing publishes and distributes its annual report in support of its national Employee Appreciation Week in May.

BCAA Member Day Join us for BCAA Member Day as we celebrate you, our Members. Discover all the benefits of being a BCAA Member and stop by for special in-store offers and events. Plus, enter to win your choice of a grand prize valued at $1,500.††

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Around every bend new life emerges from the smoky river surface; beavers diving with a slap of their tail, mergansers scurrying to safety, blackbirds squawking from cattail perch and common snipes swooping with whistling wings.

Then this huge apparition appears, silhouetted in dawn’s light. An enormous head rises from the river, water cascading from dished antlers.

A bull moose stands belly deep in the sedge, its body glistening in the soft morning glow. It is the defining moment of our six day Bowron Lake canoe trip, on the last day, when we had scrambled from our comfortable bedrolls in the dark, searching for magical early morning sights. We were rewarded - 15 moose in all, in the first hour of daylight.

Still, the whole trip has been charming. Each of the circuit’s lakes has its own personality - Skoi Lake is enchanting but short, hardly long enough to get a paddle wet, while Isaac Lake, dark and sombre, seems to go on forever. Lanezi is a murky leaden grey and Rum a tiny sheltered gem bordered by wide beaches.

Abundant wildlife and rich flora are set amidst a backdrop of azure lakes, cascading waterfalls and high glaciated peaks.

Exciting rapids and chutes contrast lazy river drifting. Even the weather is unpredictable and dramatic.

Here in B.C.’s Central Interior, a talented designer has laid out the consummate canoe circuit.

Nowhere else would you find a route so

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Scotiabank representatives Rob Fulthorpe (left), Tina LaRiviere and Lucy Cole present $5,000 to Steve Bradner and Elizabeth Brown with the Okanagan Science Centre. The funds will go towards summer camps at the centre.

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The money will go towards seniors’ activities and new floor curling equipment.

Garry Molitwenik, with the North Okanagan Community Life Society, accepts $5,000 from Lucy Cole, with Scotiabank on 27th Street and in Lumby. Funds will go towards programs for adults with developmental disabilities.

New Patients Welcome The City of Vernon will be upgrading 36A Street from Alexis Park Drive to 39 Avenue.The work will include new underground utilities, curbs, sidewalk, street lights. As a result of this work, there will be construction activities in the area for a period of approximately 3 months. A public site meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 14th from 5:00 to 6:00 pm at the Intersection of 36A St and 37 Avenue. City Staff will be in attendance to answer any question you may have.

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Thursday, June 16th • Downtown LIVE!! - ‘Steel Wound’ - Memorial Park: 7pm

Friday, June 17th • Roller Derby Practice • Open Mic Night – The Junction Café: 7pm • Armstrong Shamrocks Lacrosse: 7:30pm

Saturday, June 18th • Armstrong Farmers’ Market - Fairgrounds: 8am - noon • Boys & Girls Club ‘Dad’s Day’

Sunday, June 19th Happy Father’s Day • Caravan Farm Market & 3-Hole Golf

Monday, June 20th • Citizen of the Year Tea - The Junction Cafe

Friday, June 24th • Spall Storage 17th Anniversary Celebration • Legion Friday Night Steak Night & Entertainment • Open Mic Night - The Junction Café: 7pm • Armstrong Shamrocks Lacrosse: 7:30pm

Saturday, June 25th • Armstrong Farmers’ Market - Fairgrounds: 8am - noon • Family Fun Day O’Keefe Ranch • Strawberry Tea - Seniors Activity Centre

Sunday, June 26th • Caravan Farm Market

Monday, June 27th Congratulations Class of 2011!

PVSS Graduation • Waving the Flag Scavenger Hunt

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• National Aboriginal Day • ‘Aladdin the Musical’

Wednesday, June 29th

• ‘Aladdin the Musical’ • Great Canadian Road Hockey Game - Askews: 6 - 8pm • Art in the Park: 10am - 2pm

Canada Day Celebration – Memorial Park Breakfast.......................................9:00 am Canada Day Color Party .............11:00 am Welcome & Opening Ceremonies Introduction of 2011 Citizen of the Year - Rich Medhurst Fly Your Pride contest results Wave the Flag contest results Happy Birthday Canada - Cake Cutting Concessions & Vendors .............12 - 4 pm Family Fun Zone .......................12 - 4 pm Celebrity Dunk Tank .................12 - 4 pm Live Music .................................12 - 4 pm Free Swim Memorial Pool..........12 - 2 pm Okanagan Miniature Horse show begins

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“KOOISTRA ACHIEVES MILESTONE” Clare Kooistra and Johanna Burko share

Christina Schmolke with family and friends in congratulating Bebee - Estabrooks Marie & Valley Bebee of Enderby are overjoyed to announce the engagement of their daughter Sara Caitlyn to Brandon Friends and family would like to announce David Estabrooks, son of Sheila Thiessen the engagement of Nichole Watson and Ben of Kingfisher and Michael and LeeAnn Burden of Vernon, BC. Wedding to take place Estabrooks of 100 Mile House.

The engagement took place while on June 18, 2011 in Lumby, BC. vacation in Mexico. The wedding is planned Wishing them the best of luck. for 2012.

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Christina Schmolke has earned a Master of Counselling Psychology thru the Graduate Centre for Applied Psychology and is now a registered psychologist. She is working for Alberta Health service and in private practice in Edmonton.

Christina is on the board of directors for the Social Justice Chapter of the Canadian Counselling and the Psychology Therapy Association. She attended B.X. Elementary and V.S.S. Her family Marlyn, Harry and Viney wish her all the best. Wherever you go, go with all your heart (Confucius).

Remkes on his recent achievement, obtaining a Phd. in Pure Mathematics, (Geometry) from the University of Alberta, Edmonton.

Remy (as locally known), attended the Vernon Christian School, graduated from C. Fulton High School in 1998, and went on to study at the University of Alberta, as well as the University of Utrecht, in the Netherlands. Remy is presently employed at the Kings University in Edmonton, as Assistant Mathematics Professor. He lives in Edmonton, with his wife, Stephanie Gregorwich. His family wishes him continuing success in all of his endeavours.

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Exploring Bowron Continued from B14 We are not in a hurry.

Our journey begins with a 2.4-kilometre portage from the Park Registration Centre to Kibbee Lake and a leisurely paddle across Kibbee to our first camp site.

Our next two days are spent paddling down 38-kilometre Isaac Lake.

The park was created in 1961, and by 1965 it seemed remarkable that 150 canoes per year were using the circuit.

The park has now reached its capacity, and a limit of 50 canoeists per day has been set.

Though the Bowron has a reputation as a busy summer circuit, we saw only one other canoe in the first three days of our September trip.

The Isaac River begins where Isaac Lake empties through a narrow channel. We set camp and then did some practice runs through the wild chute. On the fourth day, it was an enjoyable run down the Cariboo River, running eight kilometres of chutes and rapids. We paddled up Lenezi Lake to a camp at Turner Creek, halfway up the north shore, arriving just in time to put up our tents and overhead tarp before a gale hit.

On the next morning, we hugged the north shore and paddled below the steep south-facing slopes.

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Canoes are the transportation of choice when visiting the Bowron Lake area. cling to the 400 million year old rock outcrops.

West of here, the vegetation changes, from the darker cedar and hemlock forests in the wet, western slopes of the Cariboo Mountains, to the lodgepole pine and Douglas fir prominent in the circuit’s western lakes. The mountains are gradually left behind, replaced by low marshland.

Our fourth night is spent on Rum Lake, which has the warmest water and the best swimming on the circuit.

A trail off Unna Lake leads to the roaring, 24-metre-high Cariboo Falls. In the late 1950s, B.C. Hydro debated harnessing the hydroelectric power of this magnificent cascade, but decided, in the end,

that the torrent was too remote to make such a venture economically viable.

On the fifth day, we paddled north up Babcock, Skoi and Spectacle Lakes. There were more canoeists now, as many have the time to canoe only the western lakes.

Our final camp was on the Bowron River at the fringe of the massive Bowron Marsh, site of our magnificent moose sighting.

The big bull moose posed for some time, and then we paddled off, leaving him in peace.

We complete our trip, dawdling over Bowron Lake.

It is a civilized trip, well-used, well-maintained and very organized - but still, the wilderness you reach is spectacular and unpredictable.

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Tulalip - 3 Days • June 20*, Aug 21 & 23*, Sept 21, Oct 5........ $259 4 Days • June 27*, July 4 & 18, Aug 8, Sept 5, 19 & 26*, Oct 16 ................................. $349 4 Days • Sept 15* Weekend ......................................... $379 Silver Reef - 3 Days • July 6, Aug 7, 29, Sept 26....................... $214 4 Days • June 21*, July 17*, Aug 23, Sept 6 ....... $289 Weekends - 4 Days • Sept 22* & Oct 27 .......... $334 3 Days • Sept 30, Oct 14................ $259 Barkerville - 3 Days • July 24, Sept 13....................................... $219 Northern Quest - 3 Days • July 24, Oct 23............................... $259 Christmas in August at Clearwater Resort - 4 Days • Aug 14 from $419 Lake Chelan & New Mill Bay Casino - 3 Days • Sept 5........ $189 Clearwater & Tulalip Resorts - 5 Days • Sept 12 .............from $449 Coeur D’Alene - 4 Days • Sept 18, Oct 25, Nov 8 ..................... $249 Clearwater Resort - 4 Days • Oct 11, Nov 14 ..................... from $325 Sips, Slots & Shopping at Tulalip Ladies Only! - 3 Days • Sept 9, Nov 11*$339 Tulalip & Silver Reef - 4 Days • Nov 6 ...................................... $349

NEVADA ADVENTURES Reno - 8 Days • Sept 17*, Oct 8* & 22*, Nov 5* & 12..... from $319 Laughlin Including Vegas & Wendover - 11 Days • Oct 11 ........ $789 Las Vegas - 10 Days • Nov 3 ..................................................... $724 *Indicates Guaranteed Departure.

Prices based on double. All discounts incl. if applicable. HST on Canadian tours only. Subject to change. B.C. Reg. #3015-5

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Natural disasters.

Peace-of-mind protection.

With natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis devastating cities around the globe, it’s becoming more and more important that we understand the risks and take precautions. In B.C., its almost forest fire season - and we have seen firsthand the devastation these can cause to our belongings and homes. While it’s impossible to prevent a natural disaster, the guarantee of peaceof-mind protection should be expected from an insurance HOME company.

How INSURANCE will your insurance WITH company respond SANDY if disaster strikes? MACPHERSON There are some fundamental things your insurance company should do:

Help to get you back on track.

Depending on the extent of damage, you may need a team of tradespeople to help you restore your home. Though your insurance company may approve a certain amount of funds for restoration, you should still have the option to quote with a contractor of your choice. Or, if you prefer, your insurance company should provide the names of skilled professionals.

The benefit of working with a local insurance company is that they will be able to give you qualified recommendations in your area.

INSURANCE OUTLOOK

Assist with the emergency.

In the event of a natural disaster, you should be able to contact your insurance company any time day or night.

Once coverage is confirmed, they should assist by calling in professionals to help and arrange for items like humidifiers, or tarp for your roof, to help reduce further damage.

Explain coverage details.

Once an adjuster has spoken to you, or viewed your loss, your insurance company should explain to you what is and isn’t covered under the policy. They should also discuss repair or replacement of your contents to help you decide how to move forward with your claim. If a natural disaster renders your home uninhabitable and coverage allows, your insurance company should also provide options for alternate accommodations until it can be restored.

Call 310-2345 or click on bcaa.com

Keep you informed.

You shouldn’t be kept guessing. From beginning to end, your insurance company should keep you updated on progress and possible delays so that you have the confidence of knowing when your home will return to normal.

There’s no way to predict when a natural disaster will occur, but if you understand the risks and take precautions, you can benefit from the peace-of-mind protection of your insurance company to alleviate the stress of a claim.

Contact BCAA to learn more about BCAA Home Insurance and the kind of coverage and service you can expect should loss or damage occur to your home.

Sandy MacPherson is an Insurance Advisor at BCAA. She can be reached at sandy.macpherson@bcaa.com.

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Activity SPOIL YOURSELF with

Horoscope

Facials starting at $3000 Waxing starting at $500 Manicure/Pedicure starting at $2000 Gift certificates available!

BY BERNICE BEDE OSOL It might be long overdue, but because of your established abilities and talents you could find yourself in a leadership role among your peers during coming months.

Others will be looking to you for fresh ideas and activities.

PUZZLE NO. 203

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Whether you’re looking to do so or not, you could find yourself making all the plans for you and your friends. You’re the one with all the best ideas.

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 203

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

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) If you’ve got some ideas on how to improve your lot in life, take positive measures to put them into play. Once you move on things, Lady Luck could then jump in and lend a helping hand.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Don’t be afraid to put into action some ideas you have that could elevate your position with your friends.

You have the ability to arouse stimulating activities among your peers.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Certain things you recently learned about some of your peers can be put to good use. A few colleagues might possess some skills that can be used to everyone’s benefit.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Even if this is not a workday for you, you might learn about something that would benefit you greatly when you are on the job.

Make your plans, so you’ll be ready to put them into action tomorrow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Someone you meet could potentially become a very good friend down the line.

Whatever it is that joins you together, its benefits will be long-lasting.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) An involvement in which you partake might become the vehicle that leads to

fresh opportunities for you in the future. Lady Luck might be responsible for this.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) This is one of those days when new friends and/or interests might become part of your life. Anything in which you get involved is likely to prove fruitful.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) You’ll be ready to drop certain things, activities or people who have proven to be unhelpful. Something that occurs at this time will be responsible for your new vision.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Don’t sit any longer on plans to make your life better that you’ve spent a lot of time formulating in your head. Nothing will happen until you put your hopes into action.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Give priority to matters that could make you a little extra money, whether they be planning ahead for the future or doing something right now to bring in those extra bucks.

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GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR FATHERS DAY All Concrete Items Hand Crafted On Premise ★ Woodstock Chimes ★ Fence And Wall Art ★ Light Weight Planters ★ Original Concrete Leaf Castings

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UNIQUE GARDEN ART & GIFTS 778.475.5752 • 907 Kalamalka Lake Rd., Vernon

Hours: Tues.-Fri.-9am-5pm * Sat. 10am-4pm • www.vernongardenart.com

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

A: These are just a few symptoms of hormone dysfunction. You need hormone testing (saliva or blood tests) to identify imbalances. Treatment includes the use of bioidentical, plant based hormones that closely duplicate hormones your body produces. Natural hormones also slow the aging process.

ASTRONAUTS WANTED Dr. Denise De Monte, N.D.

De Monte Centre Natural Medicine 4007 27th Street

250-545-0800 find out more at

demontecentre.com

When 66% of American astronauts have been Scouts, you might say we’re onto something.

Girls and boys have the opportunity to learn about astronomy, engineering and space exploration.

We’ve been teaching kids how to reach for the stars for over 100 years. And many of them do.

For more information, visit scouts.ca

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DOMINION XTERIORS Ltd. Primrose Roofing Ltd. Call Someone You Can Trust!

Moderately Confused

Bridge by Phillip Alder Albert Einstein said, “The grand aim of all science is to cover the greatest number of empirical facts by logical deduction from the smallest number of hypotheses or axioms.”

In bridge you might be using deduction to subtract one number from another, or you might be using deduction to work out who has a particular card. In today’s deal, one deduction leads to another deduction. What are they?

You are East, defending against three no-trump.

West leads the heart three.

How would you plan the defense?

South’s sequence, one diamond followed by two clubs, promised at least five diamonds and

four clubs. North’s raise to three clubs was gameinvitational, promising at least four clubs.

It looks so obvious to win with your heart ace and return the two, your original fourth-highest.

Unfortunately, though, declarer wins with his king and takes nine more tricks in the minors.

What deduction did you overlook?

What is South’s handdistribution? Assuming South’s bidding and West’s lead are honest, South must have started with five diamonds, four clubs, three hearts and, therefore, only one spade.

This deduction should lead you to the winning defense: Take your heart ace and cash the spade

ace. Your side immediately collects one heart and four spades for down one. (If West started with K-Q-x of spades, hope he thinks to unblock the king. You can also deduce that South cannot be 2-3-4-4, because he would have opened one no-trump or rebid in notrump.)

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In Memoriam Gifts

In Memoriam Gifts

In Memoriam

In Memoriam

Coming Events Find out how well things are growing on the Gellatly Nut Farm... new members welcome. AGM - Gellatly Nut Farm Society Annual General Meeting Wednesday, June 15 2375 Whitworth Road Westbank, BC 7:00 pm

Information CLASSIFIED WORD AD DEADLINES Monday - 5pm for Wednesday Wednesday - 5pm for Friday Friday -12:00 for Sunday IF you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 250-545-4933

SUNDAY WORD AD DEADLINE 12:00 FRIDAY Personals Local, not too shabby! Senior seeks lady for some quality time!

Outings-dine-dance, you name it. Picture/details required for reply. Pls reply to Box #22, c/o Vernon Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Ave, Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5.

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

250-542-3980 LOST: #1190 - “Thomas” - Black, white bib & paws, sht. hair, young n.male, tattoo. 17th St., near Peanut Pool, East Hill.

Reward. #1191 - “Brooklyn” - Grey with faint darker stripes, white bib/chin/tum. & behind front paws, med.hair, fluffy tail, small young female. 45th Ave., Harwood area. Reward. #1192 - “Jake” - Black, sht. hair, n.male, tattoo. 17th St., near Peanut Pool, East Hill. Reward.

Please phone Margaret at

250-542-3980

about any lost or found cat.

You may remain anonymous.

Found: 2 adult pedal bikes on Mabel Lake Rd. Call to identify 250-542-4898.

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In Loving Memory of

Gordon Marchand You can remember someone special with your gift to the Canadian Cancer Society

To donate In Memory or In Honour: online: www.cancer.ca or call: 250.542.0770 or mail to: #104 - 3402 27th Ave Vernon, BC V1T 1S1

In Memory of

Please include: Your name & address for tax receipt.

Name of the person being remembered.

Name & address to send card to.

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Let’s Make Cancer History

Lost & Found

Pre-Schools

LOST WHITE GOLD DIAMOND RING, POSSIBLY SAFEWAY, VERNON SQUARE MALL PARKING LOT REWARD 250-503-0071

DATE Listed 02-Jun-11 Address Vernon View map Babysitter/Nanny rqrd for 2 kids; 25 hrs/wk in Coldstream. Must be reliable, fun, caring, creative, active, punctual & willing to cook. First Aid & CPR an asset. Wage is between $10-$12/hr based on experience. Looking to start immediately. Please call 250938-4193 to arrange an interview.

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Getaways LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Summer rates.

2 nights $389 / 3 nights $549.

Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

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

Hailey’s Garden has spaces open in the 3-5 program. Includes organic snacks, yoga, fine arts, natural playground, with skilled fun ECE teachers.

Susan 250-549-3203

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INTERESTED IN A REAL ESTATE CAREER?

NEW Licensed after school care for BX Elementary School. At Grace Bible Church starting Sept. (250)550-4471

If yellow roses grow in heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for us.

Place them in our parents arms And tell them they’re from us.

Tell them how much we love and miss them And when they turn to smile Place a kiss upon their cheeks And hold them for a while.

Remembering them is easy We do it every day There is an ache within our hearts That will never go away.

Forever loved, missed and cherished within our hearts you will never perish Daughter Lee, August & family

Information

Children

Full/part time spaces available in Infant/Toddler program, 10 months to 2 1/2 yrs.

Registration now being accepted for new program September 2011.

Half day preschool prog, 30 months to 5yrs.

For more info 250-545-7303.

June 12, 2009 When evening falls, and I sit quietly alone, to my heart there comes a deep longing, “If only he could come home” Folks may think I’ve forgotten when at times they see me smile But little they know the heartache, that my smile hides all the while. ~ Irene

Information

Nixon Wenger • Morning Star

Community Corner

is offering a meeting room for non-profit organizations.

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

Career Opportunities

• Extensive Training • 6 Figure Income Potential in your first year • Market is Changing • Now is the Time Call for an appointment

250-550-2137 Executives Realty

Caretakers/ Residential Managers LIVE-IN CARETAKER wanted for a 20 unit independent Seniors complex. Call 250-5460559 or 250-546-0257.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking CLASS 1 & 3 DRIVERS required for road construction, Alberta. Water truck and truck and pup experience preferred.

Living allowance included. Fax (403)309-0489.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Drivers Wanted: Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation & benefits pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver.

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Obituaries

Obituaries

Hubensky, Stanley

Jan. 24, 1916 to Jan. 27, 2011 With sorrow and fond memories the children and surviving brothers and sisters wish to announce the passing of Stan Hubensky. After a year and a half in eldercare Stan died suddenly at Parkview Place in Enderby on Jan. 27th, 2011.

A celebration of Stan’s life will be held at the Mara Community Hall on Saturday, June 18th at 1:00 pm.

Online condolences can be sent through Stan’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

Kidney disease strikes families, not only individuals.

THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA www.kidney.ca

Joseph “Joe” Anthony Kelly It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph “Joe” Anthony Kelly on May 29, 2011 in Vernon, BC at 67 years of age. Joe will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years Rosella, his children Debbra Kelly (Ken) and Darren Kelly, and his grandson Dorian Kelly, all of Vernon, BC. He was predeceased by his in-laws Pete and Mary Hanchar. Joe was born on July 13, 1943 in Saint John, NB to Joseph and Mary Kelly. Joe played for the Boston Bruins farm team, valued family, enjoyed fishing and gardening. He enjoyed being around people and found peace in cutting firewood. Joe will be missed! In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.ca) or to the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation (www.cdhf. ca) for Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome research. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via email: armstrong@myalternatives.ca.

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

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ALEXANDER’S LIQUOR STORE

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Casual Part Time Bus Drivers wanted. Must have Class 2 with Air. Great for retired semi retired person willing to do multi-day trips and local driving. Join our dynamic team at Premier PaciďŹ c Coach Lines.

Call (250)542-7574 or bring resume to 853 Fairweather Road, Vernon.

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ALL POSITIONS BOTH STORES Apply in person at 2601 58th Avenue or 5420 25 Avenue

LOOKING FOR RELIABLE & HARD WORKING INDIVIDUALS

MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENCE AND A CLEAR DRIVER'S ABSTRACT. INSULATION AND SPRAY FOAM EXPERIENCE PREFERRED, BUT NOT NECESSARY. PLEASE FAX RESUME TO (250) 546-6233 OR APPLY IN PERSON: 1780 EAGLE ROCK ROAD ARMSTRONG

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REQUIRES FULL-TIME LIQUOR STORE CLERK

Employment

Wednesday to Sunday. Mostly days - some evenings. Experience an asset. SIR Required.

Please apply in person to 12408 Kal Lake Rd, Vernon

FULL TIME EVENING LINE COOK

Positions Available We are seeking line cooks for a busy hotel restaurant and pub. Applicants should have strong cooking skills, good communication and a positive attitude! Competitive Hourly Wage, Dental & Health BeneďŹ t Plan, Travel/Hotel Discounts & other fun perks!

Resume Attn: Dave Cabral - Executive Chef BEST WESTERN PLUS Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

RARE OPPORTUNITY Bannister GM is the fastest growing dealership in the valley and is currently accepting applications for a

Sales Representative

The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated, customer driven and have the ability to work well with others. The position offers excellent income potential with beneďŹ ts. Please direct all resumes to the front reception desk at Bannisters GM.

BANNISTER 4703 - 27th St. VERNON • 250-545-0606

RECEPTIONIST If you have a can-do attitude and are happy to be the person in the ofďŹ ce to get the small things done, this could be the role for you! MQN Architects has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Receptionist/OfďŹ ce Assistant to support our busy Vernon ofďŹ ce. Put your excellent communication skills to use as you greet clients, operate a multi-line switchboard and ensure the front desk runs smoothly. We are looking for previous administration experience (minimum 2 years) with strong MS OfďŹ ce skills and attention to detail. You must enjoy providing great service to clients and colleagues alike. Candidates must work well under the pressure of deadlines and possess the ability to prioritize with an organized proactive approach to your work. Wage is commensurate with experience. E-mail cover letter and resume to info@mqn.ca. Application deadline is June 17, 2011. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those who will be considered for an interview will be contacted.

DL#9133

ENTREPRENEURS WANTED! Do you have a business idea and the drive and desire to succeed, but need help with writing a business plan and launching your business?

The Self Employment Program helps unemployed individuals start and maintain a new business. Eligible participants can receive 125+ hours of business skills training and expert one to one coaching and support for free! Phone 250.545.0585 or go online:

www.noees.com

3914 - 32nd Street, Vernon, BC Care Companion for young disabled fellow for occasional weekday evenings. Call 250308-4830 for more information

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

RESIDENTIAL CARE AIDE/GROUP HOME COUNSELLOR IN VERNON AND ARMSTRONG

CLEANER needed, nightshift, FT or PT, Call 250-309-5675.

Casual/On Call (must be willing to work evenings and weekends)

Business Opportunities

QualiďŹ cations - Special Needs Worker CertiďŹ cate or Extended Worker CertiďŹ cate or Human Service Worker CertiďŹ cate or Care Aid CertiďŹ cate or Community Support Worker CertiďŹ cate and First Aid. Skills - Ability to use positive reinforcement techniques, bridge non verbal communications, assessments and programming, computer literate and work in a team environment.

Join Canada’s Largest and fastest growing greek food franchise! please contact jeff young: 1 (866) 672-3566 ext. 2 franchise.info@opasouvlaki.ca

Join Our Team!

Director, Wesbild Homes Apply in conďŹ dence at www.predatorridge.com

www.opasouvlaki.ca FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY! VILLAGE GREEN MALL VERNON, BC

Education/Trade Schools

Career Opportunities

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Intensive ESL Immersion for English as a Second Language Develop strong English Communication skills that are transferable to school, the workplace and everyday life. Students focus on the foundational skills of speaking, listening and pronunciation, with some guidance from instructors on grammar and writing. The goal of the program is to increase communication abilities through practical and fun learning experiences. No pre-requisites. Continuous monthly admission. Mondays - Thursdays 8:30 - 2:30 p.m.

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Forward resume with cover letter, qualiďŹ cations and references to: Kindale Developmental Association PO Box 94 Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 E-mail: kindale@kindale.net Fax: 250-546-3053 PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR DROP INS Wages per BCGEU Agreement

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Education/Trade Schools

Register at Okanagan College Vernon Campus For more information contact Jennifer Kerr 250 545-7291 local 2264 www.okanagan.bc.ca/international

Start rate per hour - $15.54 per hour + beneďŹ ts

NEXT VERNON CLASS STARTS SOON

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

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

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

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

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

PROCAREÂŽ INSTITUTE Call us for the next available start date

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Employment

Employment

Employment

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted UNEMPLOYED? $2500+/MO.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

If you are unemployed through no fault of your own, our company may be interested in interviewing you. We have several positions available for able bodied workers with good work habits.

Top Stylists Needed

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? • Guaranteed Hourly Wage • Performance Bonuses • Product Sales Commissions • Great Benefits • Best Training in Industry • Growth Opportunities • Upbeat Team Environment

Experience not necessary.

Training provided.

No car required.

Above average pay.

Flexible hours include evenings and weekends. Call today at

Info@plazio.ca 250-860-3590 Cook/Front Counter Staff at busy Asian Take-out. Apply within 2-4pm @ The Rice Box.

250-503-1229 Help Wanted

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

Help Wanted

HOUSEKEEPER REQUIRED is now hiring

Kitchen Staff Please drop off resume daily between 2:00 & 4:00pm 5600 Anderson Way, Vernon, BC NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

FULL TIME ASSISTANT MANAGER for VITAMIN DEPARTMENT Nature’s Fare in Vernon is looking for a full time Assistant Manager for our Vitamin department. The successful applicant will have an advanced knowledge of vitamins, supplements and purchasing.

They will have the ability to assist in directing a team of trained professionals and have a proficiency for excellence in customer service. We offer competitive wages, benefits and positive working environment. Applicants must be willing to work weekends and be flexible on availability. Please forward all applications to:

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Nature’s Fare Attention Laurie Rodger #104 - 3400 30th Avenue, Vernon B.C. V1T 2E2 OR E-mail to laurie_rodger@naturesfare.com

Career Opportunity – Sales Professional Vernon Nissan – A Member of the Sentes Auto Group Vernon Nissan invites you to join our ever expanding team with a newly created position within our award-winning New and Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Department. Work within a very supportive team environment at a state-ofthe-art import automotive facility. Although automotive industry experience is not a requirement, candidates must have a proven track record of success in sales. This individual will develop ongoing, profitable relationships with customers and continually maintain a professional image of the company.

Integrity, passion, and excellent presentational skills are essential for this role.

Come and see why we are the largest automotive group in the Okanagan as we continue to set new benchmarks and expand our presence in the valley. The Sentes Auto Group offers an excellent compensation package, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by email with resume, cover letter, and references to pamelagarwasiuk@sentes.com.

Vernon Nissan 6417 Hwy. 97N, Vernon • www.vernonnissan.com DL#30811

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 RT 518 - Belaire Dr & Wood Ave Available June 26 BX RT 101 - 39 Ave & Mutrie Available now BX (HARWOOD) RT 94 - 39 Ave & 22 St Available July 1

EAST HILL RT 79 - 24 St & 35 Ave (Behind the Courthouse) Available now HERITAGE DRIVE AREA RT 9 - Allenby Cres & Allenby Way Available July 1 OKANAGAN LANDING RT 417 - OK Ave & Cummins Rd Available now

COLDSTREAM RT 218 - Kalamalka Rd & Aberdeen Rd Available now RT 203 - Palfrey Dr & Priest Valley Dr Available June 15

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

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

for Vernon motel.

Must be experienced and flexible in days & times to be worked. Must be physically fit, reliable, able to follow direction & pay attention to details. Apply in person only with resume & references Tuesday - Friday, 10am - 1pm at 3000 28th Ave., Vernon.

Experienced Hair Stylist Wanted, busy location, apply 250-550-7181

JOIN OUR TEAM We are an innovative and progressive company that manufacture’s process equipment for the mining, wastewater & aggregate industries.

We currently have the following positions available at our fabrication and manufacturing shop.

PRODUCTION PLANNER Min 5-10 years experience as a production planner in a manufacturing facility. Must have experience in scheduling work flow, labour, materials & expediting. Candidates will have excellent communication & multitasking skills, be detail oriented and be able to read & understand drawings.

SENIOR QUALITY CONTROL Min 5-10 years experience as quality control technician or manager.

Responsible for all quality control procedures, monitoring & the execution of QC testing on weldment, coatings & mechanical assemblies. QA certifications are an asset. Must be able to read blueprints and execute dimensional checks.

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Allan Brooks Nature Centre requires a full-time interpreter/receptionist. This is a seasonal position for 3 months.

Candidate must be the age of 19-29 under the Youth Skills BC program. Not a full-time student or enrolled in high school or involved in any funded programs. This applicant must be self-motivated with strong people skills. Email resume to info@abnc.ca Courier Driver for local deliveries, required for vacation relief & sick days. Some heavy lifting, valid driver’s license, suits people with flexible hours. Contact 250-542-2514

Experienced Breakfast Cook needed full time. Please apply in person at Diner on Six 2511 Highway 6.

F/T & P/T Front counter person req. Must work weekends, apply at Jim’s Place after 4pm.

GRAPPLE YARDER Operator (Madil 124). Based out of Prince Rupert. Full-time, must be experienced, union wages.

Email: edenlake@husby.bc.ca Fax: 1-604-677-9475.

Hair Stylist wanted with some clientele. Salary plus. New Ownership D. Marie Hair Co. 250-260-4267.

Heavy Truck Wash Person, male or female, responsible for washing commercial trucks. Monday to Friday, must be able to work outside in all kinds of weather. Must have valid driver’s license and own transportation. All equipment supplied. Please fax resumes to 250-546-0600, no calls please.

Homeshare provider’s to live w/young active couple w/special needs Aug1 250-542-1722 Housekeeper wanted permanent P/T, no experience nec.

Semi retired or retired.

Apply in person w/resume.

Silver Star Motel 3700-32 St or fax 250-545-3859.

Looking for experienced Dog Groomer. Please apply to Vernon Dog Grooming, #1062411 Hwy 6, 250-542-1787 Memphis Hair Group req’s stylists w/clientele, affordable chair rental/lease. Steve 250542-8668, (wk) 250-558-6565 Now Hiring: 1st and 2nd cooks, bakers, bakers assistant, office staff/secretarial, kitchen help, dishwashers and driver store persons. Resumes to be presented and driver abstracts to be presented in person at Building J1 at The Vernon Army Cadet Camp, between 8:00am-12:00 noon and 1-4pm daily.

DESC Services has a full time Community Support Worker position available working with adults with developmental disabilities. Shift rotation is Mon- Fri 3:30-11pm in a residence in Vernon. The successful applicant will have completed the CSW or HSW course or related post-secondary degree and have a minimum of two years experience supporting adults with Autism.

Drivers license with reliable vehicle, current First Aid /CPR ticket, clear drivers abstract and criminal record clearance letter are required.

Forward resume with references to descokanagan@shaw.ca or call 250-503-1613 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.

INDUSTRIAL MILLWRIGHT Min. 10 years experience as Millwright. Must be able to read blueprints, install, align, dismantle and move heavy stationary industrial machinery.

Candidate must be able to operate lifting devices, such as cranes, perform maintenance, do inspections, installation, set-up, and repair of our equipment. Some travel is required. Machining experience would be an asset.

Please send resumes to: jobs@westpromachinery.com Fax: 1-250-549-6735

www.WestproMachinery.com

Vernon & District Immigrant Services Assistance Service Suite 100 - 3003 - 30th Street, Vernon Tel. (250) 542-4612 • email:eas@shaw.ca

We can help you find work!

Free services for Newcomers, FOREIGN Professionals/Trades Persons • Career planning and Canadian job search • Individual Employment Counselling • Direction & ¿nancial help with foreign credentials – assisting with education/quali¿cations recognition • Training funding for eligible persons • Referrals to other services • Computer skills for job seekers

Experienced LINE COOKS needed.

Brand new kitchen in our beautiful clubhouse!

Apply in person as soon as possible to: 2440 York Ave. Armstrong, B.C.

CASUAL COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS

We are recruiting personnel to provide support to adults with developmental disabilities in a community care facility in VERNON. We are seeking caring, team oriented personnel who are interested in providing care of the highest level in residential services.

Qualifications • Community Support Worker Certificate or equivalent, good interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability for team work.

• Current valid BC class 5 Drivers License and Adult Residential Care First Aid. • CPI Certification is an asset.

• Criminal record check will be required.

Wages per B.C.G.E.U. Collective Agreement.

Great working conditions.

Please submit resume to: Mail: Manager, 3508 - 42 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 3J9 Fax: 250-828-1213 Email: notes2cindy@hotmail.com

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Employment

Services

Employment

Pets & Livestock

Pets & Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Furniture

Help Wanted

Work Wanted

Countertops

Feed & Hay

Pets

Farm Equipment

Part time office assistant, bookkeeping, payroll and Secretarial duties needed in Lumby. 250-547-8993.

Require Careaid who lives in Vernon to work in private residence, female / non-smoker need only respond. (250)5585148, Fax: 250-558-5285

Reasonably Priced! Painting, Dump Runs, Eves Trough Cleaning, Tree Removal, Yard Work. Chris @ 250-938-3583

MIKE’S ELITE CountertopsAll Countertops - Granite, Caesar Stone, Sile Stone, Han Stone, Quartz and Laminate Surfaces. Hundreds of colours to choose from. We also supply and/or install any Tile application. We offer a special every month, call Mike to find out this month’s deal! Please call (250)575-8543, 2392 Dominion Rd., W. Kelowna.

Grass hay, $6.00 bale. Large bales, no rain, barn stored, ex horse feed, located in Armstrong. 250-546-6422. *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail.

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

THIS years horse hay, excellent condition. $6/bale.

Call (250)542-6853

Trinity Shepherds Beautiful Old World long hair shepherds 250-547-9763

Balers, 4 only $1000. & under, Universal Front End Loader Tractor $5000. 250-545-6622 International Backhoe 3pt hitch attachment $6000.; 2 horse Trailer, $6000.; Pull behind sprayer for lawn tractor $250.; 295 Welder with Helmut, Rod, & equipment $200.; Master Craft 7” sliding wet tile saw, new $100.; Dremel Scroll Saw & stand $100. Alum. Orchard ladders 8’-$50, 10’ $60.; Pole pruner $15.; picking bag $10.; Antique dresser $80.; Maple baby cradle $30.; (250)546-3209 TITAN 16’ Gooseneck stock trailer. 7’H, 6’8W. Premium cond., $6000. 250-558-5430

RIVA’S Remedies requires a warehouse manager in Armstrong. Duties to include in-coming and outgoing shipments, pick-ups, inventory control, cleaning, and packaging all herbal products. Knowledge of herbs is an asset. Applicant should be in good physical health for lifting and working in a warehouse environment. Please send resume to: Personnel Riva’s Remedies P.O. Box #92 Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B0

SWEETEST JOB AROUND! Strawberry pickers needed, Armstrong. (250)546-6634 Wanted: Experience dog groomer, apply in person to The Natural Choice Dog Salon. 4210 - 25th Ave Wanted- Mature part time receptionist. Apply in person.

Just For You Spa and Salon. #301, 2520 - 53 Ave. No phone calls please.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services COOKS needed immed.for busy lakefront restaurant.Must have min.3-5 yrs exp in AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE.Will be respons.for preparing current menu as well as new authentic menu items and daily specials.Spanish an assett. $17/hr,40hrs/week + gratuities.Fax resume WITH REF’s to (250) 492-5617.

Trades, Technical JOURNEYMAN STEEL FABRICATOR / WELDER required with minimum 5 years experience, CWB tickets an asset.

Ph: 250-542-5557 Fax: 250-542-4562 Crews, Lead Hand & Carpenters for foundation and framing work in Southern BC and area.

Minimum 2 years experience, call (250)550-4396.

ESTABLISHED, cutting edge company is looking for a glazier with a min. of 3 years experience to start immediately.

Salary is $20 - $30 hourly x 40 hours/week depending on qualifications. We specialize in high-end custom glass (frameless showers, mirrors, heavy glass railing, storefront, curtainwall & custom flashing.

Send resume via email to info@discoveryglass.ca or fax to 778-753-5967.

Services

Alternative Health Mountain Acupuncture & Laser Therapy Marcel Mallette, Registered Acupuncturist.

7639 Silver Star Rd. Vernon 250-260-3892

Classifieds = Results!

Art/Music/Dancing Piano & Theory lessons.

Registered music teacher accepting students now for September.

Summer lessons available. Lisa Parsons, ARCT Performer & teacher, 250-5584670, bachndroll@yahoo.ca

Wanted for WTP work in Prince Albert Sask.

Competitive Wages, LOA and Benefits!

* Immediate Start * Fax resume to (1)250-492-3343 or visit www.betts.bc.ca for more info.

Required: Journeyman Electrician/Technician. F/T permanent position.

Commercial service work. Requirements: Certified electrician in the province of BC. Valid Class 5 drivers license. Must be Bondable. Able to work on call. Capable of trouble shooting electrical equipment. Experience with data, phone, fire alarm systems & electronics.

Mechanical aptitude. Some plumbing knowledge would be an asset. Some refrigeration knowledge would be an asset.

Travel throughout Okanagan Valley is required. Email resume to: atselect@shaw.ca

Work Wanted A1. DUMP RUNS, MOVING, Home Renovations, Painting.

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

POST Pounding & Excavating.

Great rates. No transport fee.

250.308.5403.

Handypersons

Rent it

Catering/Party Rentals Erin’s Wee Cakes: Cupcakes, Whoopie Pies, Sweet Treats...

All Celebrations 250-309-4779

Financial Services

Reduce Debt by up to

70%

• Avoid bankruptcy • 0% Interest

Landscaping BARK MULCH Fir or Cedar,$20 per yard. Delivery available. Shavings and Sawdust available. 250-8386630.

LOCALLY Grown Pyramid Emerald Cedars 6’-7’ $20. 8’ + $30. Many other Junipers & shrubs. Ph: 250-542-6004

Moving & Storage

1-866-888-8681 www.4pillars.ca

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 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 REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation.

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Cleaning Services

Industrial Electricians

Fencing BUY DIRECT! Fence Panels, Fencing, Siding, Decking, Rough Lumber, Posts & Beams. 1-800-838-6036 or 250-546-6038,

CLEANING , RESIDENTIAL,COMMERCIAL,MOVE IN & OUTS. Fluent in English & German.References available, $20 hr. 250-5476786

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 250-808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL. Full service Junk Removal & Bin Rentals.

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.

Livestock 6mo. old Jack ready now, very friendly, will be a little bigger than a mini. $600. also another baby Jack ready in Sept.

2011 (250)832-8221 after 6

Pets END HOMELESSNESS & SUFFERING

Call the Animal Care Society @ (250) 542-7203 or email heather@vernonanimalcare. com for info about our lifesaving programs: • spay/neuter and emergency vet care financial assistance for low income owners • Feral cat trap/neuter/return • Spayed/neutered barn cat adoptions WE ARE NOT A SHELTER - WE HELP REDUCE THE NEED FOR A SHELTER ADORABLE Shih-tzu/peke pups.

Born April 8. 450. 250-542-3077, 250-309-7603

Bichon Pups & Havanese Pups, Micro chipped, first shots, dewormed, great dispositions. For more info and pricing call 250-832-4923, 250804-9924 BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class June 9th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322 Miniature Eskimo pups, 1 female, 2 male. Beautiful championship line. (250)545-1155 Pom pups born Jan. 31, Pom/Chi pups born Apr 1, (250)547-6963, 250-306-7666 Pug pups, 3 females, 1 male, 8 wks old on June 18. $800 each. 1st shots. 250-503-2354 Rottweiler puppies, 2 males, 1 female, ready July 15.

(250)549-0324 250-547-6815 Smoochies for Poochies (formerly inside Total Pet) is now located at 3105-31 Ave. 250503-7895.

Livestock

Pro Mattress Cleaning Antialergic, Healthy sleep Call us for a quote Coldstream 250-306-5206

Antiques / Vintage SOUTH OKANAGAN Silver Buyer We will come to you to pick up any amount of Silver & Gold. View our site & compare prices. www.sosbuyer.ca 778931-0558

Appliances #1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 Chest freezer. 65”x27”. In excellent cond. $175 obo.

(250)546-3133 IT’S Mr. Mike! Washer & dryer starting at $250. Stackers & front load, plus other stuff.

250-503-6368, 250-549-3781.

Small ads, BIG deals!

Auctions CHASE, BC:- RETIREMENT AUCTION for SCHULZ TRUCKING, SATURDAY, JUNE 18TH @ 10 am, Location: 1/2 mile West of Chase, 180 Planter Rd off Hwy#1 watch for sign. EQUIP: 966 C Loader w/Bucket & Log Grapples; Logging Trailer w/Scales, Bunks; Ford 5000 Tractor 3pt Hitch, 730 Case; Craftsmen Lawn Tractor; 1984 Bronco 4x4 modified, lift kit, 35” Rubber Winch, Sunroof, 96 Ford Clip, Nice; 1984 Grand Marquis, 10,000 on New Motor.

SPECIALTY: 8 Lane Bowling Alley Complete Business Opportunity.; Canopy Alum Tradesmen, HiRise 8’ Canopy; FARM EQUIP; 2 Stock Racks, Cable; (2) Snowmobiles Polaris Long Trac & MotoSki; Shop Equipment & Tools; & more.

Sale conducted by HARVEYS AUCTION SERVICE. 250376-7826, cell: 250-319-2101

GARAGE SALE DIRECTORY STARTS APRIL 8th/2011

DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY 2PM

Firearms FIREARMS SAFETY & HUNTING COURSES PAL & CORE by Master Firearms instructor. Call Jim for dates and information at 250-275-6316

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

Fruit & Vegetables Vegetable Sale - Tomato, pepper, merry gold, straw flour, end lot more flour $0.50 each.

Tony 250-558-0501 Vernon Market.

Merchandise for Sale $500 & Under

Firewood/Fuel

6 tires on rims, Mich 8-hole pattern, 225-75R16. $495. Call 250-260-1954

SUMMER SPECIAL Buy 5 cords get 1 free. We have fir/pine mixed, apple or birch. Delivery Available. 250260-7932.

Garden Equipment 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

Furniture 2 tier Lawyers bookcase, Oak, antique, very good cond. $200. 250-542-0280.

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 Sofa & loveseat, nice condition, soft floral pattern, oak trim. $200. Ph (250)542-9891

John Deere 175 ride on lawn mower. 13hrs only. Hydrostatic drive. 22hp, Lumbar seats.

Comes w/ trailer. $2600 obo.

250-546-2064

Buying, Selling?

Landscaping

Landscaping SUMMER HOURS

Quality Patio Covers @ reasonable prices. www.glaluminumpatiocovers.com Steel Buildings. Factory Discounted/Canadian Certified.

33x39 Reg $19,100 Now $13,700; 54x99 Reg $65,600 Now $46,800. w w w. s u n w a r d s t e e l . c o m Source# 1KD 800-964-8335

Livestock

Reliable and committed

Monday to Saturday 8 AM - 4 PM Closed Sunday

We load pickups, trailers, etc … and we deliver!

• Screened Topsoil • Decorative Rock • Natures Gold Products • Bark Mulch • Manure and Peat • Sand and Gravel ACROSS FROM VERNON GOLF COURSE ENTRANCE

542.7520

609 KAL LAKE ROAD

Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading

Call Paul:

• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies

250-938-0868

Equestrian

NEAT & Tidy Cleaning Service - is your home in need of some TLC? Reasonable rates and effecient service. Call Kathleen - 250-540-4942

Specializing in helping you organizing & tidy. Inside & out.

Call Erin @ 250-309-4779

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

REG QH Mare 12 years old, 15 hands. Great cattle penning, reining or show prospect and is good on trails, roads and in the arena. UTD with shots/worming/dental work and farrier work. Sound - bathes, clips, hauls, very easy to work around.

Needs intermediate/experienced rider. $3,000 obo 16” Billy Cook Pro Reiner saddle with headstall and breastplate - $1,500 for all three pieces. Will sell horse and tack package for $4,000. Please call Judy at 250-546-9628.

Feed & Hay

REFACE Countertops.

1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

70-bales of alfalfa grass mix, small square bales, no rain, $6.50/bale. 250-546-8314 Custom haying, round baling and wrapping, or square baling. 250-838-6630.

Excellent horse hay, 25% alfalfa, 75% grass, barn stored, no rain, round bales, $60/bale, (250)838-6642

Computer Services

Computer Services

CUSTOM ROCKCOUNTERS.COM

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 Auctions

Auctions

Independently owned and operated by the Raffan Family since 1963. ™ MicroSolve Computer Solutions

HORSE AND TACK SALE

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.

FRIDAY, JUNE 17

Cheryl Andrus Microsoft Professional + Internet Microsoft Certified System Engineer A+ Service Technician

Garage Sales

Building Supplies

LIVESTOCK HAULING

Pets & Livestock

Mattress Cleaning

Merchandise for Sale

PILLOWTOP mattress, box.

Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647

542-8620

TACK: 5:00pm • HORSES: 7:00pm FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US AT

250-546-9420 903 Raffan Rd, Armstrong, B.C.

Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan mail@valleyauction.ca • www.valleyauction.ca

OWNERS: KEVIN & LORI WOURNELL

Authorized Dealer

250-542-8191

4620-23rd Street

www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.

PICK UP OR DELIVERY HOURS Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am - 4:30 pm DECORATIVE ROCK Sat. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm WHITE DOLOMITE Sun. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed Stat Holidays BLAST ROCK VISA, DEBIT, MASTERCARD, LAVA ROCK INTERACT, SENIORS DISCOUNT SLATE LANDSCAPE FABRIC BARK MULCH TOP SOIL MIXES SAND & GRAVEL www.justrocks.ca

JUST

250.541.0111 1.866.439.0111

ROCKS

NO ROCK TOO BIG NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL

186 GREENHOW RD., VERNON 1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND

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HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION

You Belong

HERE! You WILL be noticed

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

and get MORE business

HANDS Renovations & Repairs Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Lawn & Garden Care

TIM 250-307-8772 Quality Work Guaranteed

by placing

TCD

an ad in this directory

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

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

Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst.

• Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design

Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience

Nu-Look Homeworks

HANDYMAN

WHITESTONE RENOVATING & PAINTING

• Renovations Quality • Handyman Since 1989 CALL TOM: 308-8778

Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring”

Insured * References * Guaranteed

Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435

House Washing

BILL’S HOME REPAIR • Painting (Exterior & Interior) • Decks, Plumbing, Fencing

starting at $

NO JOB TOO SMALL • SINCE 1992

503-4606 • 558-3352

We do Painting too!

billshomerepair@hotmail.com

250-550-8519

LTD.

Inside - Out QUALITY ENGLISH CRAFTSMANSHIP

• • • •

TILING (WALLS & FLOORS) WOOD & LAMINATE FLOORS CARPENTRY • PLUMBING GENERAL REPAIRS & RENOS

• Siding • Soffit

• General Carpentry • Aluminum Railings • New & Renovations • Vinyl Decking

GEORGE SIMMONS

For Free Estimate Call:

CHRIS - 250-540-0025

References • All Work Guaranteed

BUSINESS DIRECTORY QUESTIONS?

15000

C: 250-309-0621 H: 250-838-0449 Fax: 250-838-0459

JOB JAR

Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations

No job too small!

Annette & Dennis 250-307-6484 (Cell)

250-542-8368 (Home)

250-550-7900 TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

220th 0thh A Anniversary i RENOVATIONS & & ADDITIONS ADDITIONS RENOVATIONS

250-550-7900

“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

PRESSURE WASHING

WINDOWS & DOORS

WINDOW CLEANING

“For all your window and door needs GOVERNMENT GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!” $70 per

Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location

WINDOW CLEANERS

FOR ALL YOUR PRESSURE WASHING NEEDS Ask for a FREE Quote!

HOT • COLD • STEAM • GRAFFITI REMOVAL Ph: 250-308-7940 www.mobilepressurewash.ca

Now With Ultra Pure Water Cleaning System

GUTTERS

250-307-3760

CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

Eave ‘n Flow Eavestrough Cleaning $

250-550-7900

7900 for an average bungalow.

Manual. No mess.

Properly bagged for waste disposal.

Call Jim 778-475-4801 (Vernon)

NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7

• Homes • Commercial • Construction Clean • Water Stain Removal Get your sills washed same time as your windows!

VERNON - LUMBY - ARMSTRONG - OYAMA

Brighter Outlook

window cleaning Residential & Construction Deron Sanderson

250.306.2679

New Construction or Renovations KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan Ask about MILGARD’S LIFETIME WARRANTY

• Installations • Wood windows • Vinyl - Fiberglass - Aluminum • All milgard windows c/w Suncoat Lowe Glass • Free Estimates … 2 to 3 Week Delivery

Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 1044 Middleton Way, Vernon • 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977

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EXCAVATING

STUCCO

Trucking, Excavation, Sand, Gravel and Topsoil

250-306-0736

Chris Knight, Owner

Email: KnightEarthworks@gmail.com

• Rock Retaining Walls • Landscape & Waterscape Design • General Excavating • Interface Fireguard & Tree Removal

STEVE BERNHARDT

CUSTOM ROCKWORK SPECIALIST C: 250-938-2189 | H: 250-542-5300 | E: dsbernhardt@shaw.ca

YOUG

BELON

HERE!

business in this directory

Joe Prebushewski Cell: (250) 550-6208 Fax: (250) 549-3899 • Email: bearpawearthworks@telus.net

250-550-7900

Ph: 307-0387

PLUMBING NEED A PLUMBER? WHY WAIT?

Vinyl Fences Chain Chain Link & Link, CedarCedar, FencesOrnamental / Cedar,Vinyl,& Composite Wood Decks Commercial & Residential Experiece •• Free FreeEstimates Estimates 15 Commercial & Residential• •15 12Years Years Experience

Chris … Phone/Fax 558-0590 • Cell 309-0410

ROOFING Glendale Roofing & Renovations Seniors Discount - Free Estimates

Certified Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter

We guarantee our workmanship at an affordable price

Jesse 250.540.4786

Cliff Battensby 250-308-1193

ELECTRICAL

PAINTING

ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD.

You WILL be noticed and get MORE business in this directory CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

250-550-7900 CONCRETE CUTTING & CORING

Interior CONCRETE

CUTTING SERVICES

Wall Sawing Slab Sawing Core Drilling Cutouts for Windows & Doors Serving the Interior of BC

1-877-475-8700

DECK/PATIO COVERS

RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL Free Estimates/Emergency Service Bonded and Insured License #92048 BBB Member – Quality Work BOB ADAIR 250-275-4780

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Kelowna • Winfield

Vernon • Salmon Arm

250-212-3075

250-550-4598

Marcel Labrecque, Owner/Operator

JACK WESSELL PAINTING INTERIOR • EXTERIOR • NEW CONSTRUCTION CEILINGS • TEXTURED OR PAINTED REPAINT • STUCCO • VINYL • WOOD (Minor Repairs) JACK 250-308-2870 cell

DAN’S PAINTING & REPAIRS

QUESTIONS? UESTIONS?

RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING RELIABLE - WORK GUARANTEED - CHEAPEST RATES IN TOWN - WCB INSURED

CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS AT

250-542-2599 250-540-3484

250-550-7900 CABINETRY Bonnici Custom Woodwork

VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING

PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

25 + years Experience

EARTHWORKS LTD. Excavating, Trucking & Materials Bobcat, Mini Hoe, Residential, Earthworks

SUPERIOR DECK LTD

TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs

FREE ESTIMATES • LOW RATES

WILL MORE

CARWAY STUCCO

Available on short notice!

You be noticed and get

FENCING

Furniture, Kitchen Cabinets & Repairs 23 Years Exp • Free Estimates

250-547-0267

DRYWALL

College Pro PAINTERS Residential Exterior Painting • Quality Work • Competitively Priced • 2 Year Warranty

250-309-9754

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

549-0115

SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS

Repaints our specialty!

• Walls • Doors • Windows • Trim • Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH! Free Estimates • www.timetopaint.com or

308-9783 549-5140

15124 Middle Bench Road, Oyama, BC V4V 2C4 • Fax: 250-548-4045

DAVIES DRYWALL CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663

Enjoy a new patio cover from G.L. Aluminum 20 x 10’

1999

$

Patio Cover ....................

INSTALLED

Many Other Sizes Available.

See our website: www.glaluminumpatiocovers.com Do-It-Yourself Kits Available!

All Your Drywalling Needs FREE ESTIMATES

G.L. Aluminum Patio Covers Inc. Toll Free:

1-866-767-0102 • Okanagan Based

Additions, Basements, Renovations, Steel Stud Framing, Drywalling, Taping, Dropped Ceilings Call Attila: 250-546-6282

You WILL be noticed and get MORE business in this directory CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

250-550-7900

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RV REPAIR

LANDSCAPING

LAWN CUTTING YARD MAINTENANCE

Reasonable Rates. Seniors Discount.

Free Estimates. Call Doug

250-503-6870

EVERCARE LANDSCAPING • HEDGE & SHRUB, TRIM & SHAPE • TREE PRUNING & REMOVAL • LAWN MOWING • WEED • PLANT • CLEAN-UP • DUMP HAUL (NO HST)

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL, STRATA

VERNON & AREA: 250-558-5342

MERIDIAN LAWN & GARDEN CARE

Landscape Renewals - Journeyman Gardener Offering Complete Lawn & Garden Care

* Residential * Commercial * Strata

NO JOB TOO SMALL

mazerjan@hotmail.com

“Improving Your Property One Visit at a Time�

Call or email jan for a Free Estimate

250-550-5386

ON SITE RV

REPAIRS, RESTORATIONS & DELIVERIES NEW HORIZON RV 250-545-3238

WEEKLY LAWN MAINTENANCE, TREE PRUNING & REMOVAL, HEDGE TRIMMING, WEED CONTROL, YARD CLEANUP, LANDSCAPE RENEWALS, LANDSCAPING Licenced & Insured

558-3507

“Making Green Space YOUR Space�

www.outdooraspects.com

CARPET CLEANING

- Decorative Concrete Specialists - Concrete Staining & Engraving - Trowel & Stamp Overlays - Epoxy Floors & Much More!

(250)938-3166 You Belong

HERE!

250-547-2429 • 250-306-9896 BUSINESS DIRECTORY 250-550-7900

Heavy Duty Machinery A-**Special** 53’ insulated makes Great Shop! Only $7200 freight included! And 40’HC $2800. No Rust! STEEL SHIPPING Containers/Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used/Damaged 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 Petti-Bone, runs well. -TD 15, new transmission, winch, needs motor, other than that in good shape. -1964 D7 Cat, runs well, hasn’t been used in 2 years. -Couch saw mill, blower, nygger, everything ready to set up and run, cuts 30’ lengths. -Edger, D7 Power Plant. Offers. 250-547-2321 or 250-547-9098 Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, caps, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217.

Medical Supplies 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

Misc. for Sale 15’ Aluminum Canoe $400, Hand push lawnmower, (no motor) $50 (250)545-5993

BEST INTERIOR CARPET CLEANING Residential & Commercial

Pay NO HST!

(250) 503-5558

(250) 546-3149

Misc. for Sale

BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.

CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259 1-AB Circle Pro complete with computer. $100 ďŹ rm.

(250)542-5053 1x4 Cedar T/G plained 5’ Long $1.50 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 2 person Far Infrared Sauna, 5 ceramic heaters, Asking $1500obo (250)546-0549 50% off 400 sq.ft. 12.3 ml laminate, $875. will install.

(250)260-8511 60 used beach inatables.

Infant-Adult. $150 or separate.

(250)503-2177 Barbecue, Napoleon, natural gas, complete with all features & accessories. $85. 250-5583364 Box Spring & Mattress, Queen, brand new $70.; Also used one $50. (250)542-1442 BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water ďŹ ltration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544 Fold up bicycle $85., Kayak $399. (250)260-1954 Freezer beef, grain fed, no hormones, no antibiotics, by the side, $2.65 lb. CWF. 250307-3430.

Check out our June Specials on the web www.briteland.com Awarded “Green Business of the Year�

Open Sunday 10-4

250-545-3420

Your Irrigation One Stop Shop & Repair Centre

FastClean

CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

When you need a helping hand!

• GENERAL CLEANING • COOKING • LAUNDRY • IRONING

Fast, Reliable & Bondable 778-930-0578

Gas push lawnmower, Toro, $50. Sanyo tv, 13â€? colour, like new, $50. (250)542-7430 Hardy Water Lilies. Various colours. Fertilized in 1 gallon pots, ready for your pond, $15 or 2 for $25. (250)545-9642 Honda 2000 generator, 30 hrs, $1200 ďŹ rm. 250-2754810.

Honda 2000i inverter generator. Approx 60hrs. Great cond. & great for the RV, $700 ďŹ rm.

All American cooker/canner used a couple times, cost $235 new, sell for $175 obo.

Fluke 787 Process meter. Exc cond. $300. E-Z-Lift equalizer hitch $150. (250)545-4557 Honda 3000 Generator, less than 10hrs used, $1800. ďŹ rm, consider trade for new, next to new car dolly. (250)558-4641 KOI FOR YOUR POND 250-5457581 OR 6115 PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD

Minolta - max 3x1 w/2 power zoom lenses. 35-80, 75-300.

New battery, very good cond.

Asking $250. Golf clubs, 3 metal woods, 10 irons, new grips, good cond. $250. 250308-6421 NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 Patio set, 7pc Mallen table & 6 chairs. 2 rocking. Good shape, beige & rose. $140. (250)5427430 Quality dark burgundy reclining loveseat (3 months old), asking $650. Rexaire vacuum with power head etc, asking $150. DelďŹ no cordless kettle $25. Ph (250)542-1051 Rec Rm furn, kit Table & Chrs, Patio Set, 4 Shelf Units, Glider rocker, Pantry cupbrd, TV, offers. (250)545-2135 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds also. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240

Misc. Wanted CASH PAID FOR SILVER COINS. PAY 12 TIMES FACE VALUE. 250-545-7140 Coin & Silver Buyer at Antique Show in West Kelowna this weekend buying Coins, Silver Ask for Travis 1-800-948-8816

* Quality Cleaning * Eco Friendly Products

Tannis 250-558-8552 tannismorrison@gmail.com

BOOKKEEPING + 3PMLF "DDPVOUJOH 4FSWJDFT

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250-306-9684

R. I. P. Mudjacking

You Belong

& Underpinning Ltd.

+PEJ 3PMLF

HERE!

You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory

• Lift sunken sidewalks, slabs, stairs,

pool decks and house foundations

• Form and place new sidewalks,

patios, driveways

250-550-7900

Misc. for Sale

3D

Cleaning Services

RESIDENTIAL HOME CARE

CONCRETE

• Design • Installation • Maintenance

www.PinnacleConcrete.ca

NAGY LANDSCAPING

CLEANING

!Free Estimates!

(250) 545-9522 (778) 475-3978

Misc. Wanted

Learn it

CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

Apt/Condos for Sale

Houses For Sale

Open Houses

SUPER-BUY in Salmon Arm, 2bdrm apt, 5appl, laundry rm, balcony, priced well below other properties for quick sale. $149,900. 250-833-2323

Full Duplex 2bdrm each, reno’d, rented, storage garage. $350,000.obo. 250-503-1926.

BIRDERS! GARDENERS!

For Sale By Owner Centennial Drive, overlooking Becker Park, 19+ building, vaulted ceilings, 1bdrm, $149,000. 250-550-8080.

SCRAP & BROKEN GOLD JEWELLERYGold/Silver coins top prices paid on the spot- Raven Traders, 2904 30th Ave. (250)549-4322 Wanted:Electric trolling motor, and a folding table Tennis table. 250-548-3484.

WANTEDGood Quality Records; LPs or 45s, 195070s Rock, R&B or Soul. Call Jim 250-938-7727 Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

250-550-7900

House & Salon/Barber shop , downtown Enderby, only Barber in town $259,900 okhomeseller.com. Listing #26623. 1866-223-4572. 250-838-9818.

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner ďŹ nancing. 250-558-7888

Lots LIKE GOLF? Fully serviced building lot on mountain top, on best golf course in the South Okanagan.

Call (604) 734-9798 View the area at

www.standrewsbythelake.com

Mobile Homes & Parks

Houses For Sale

FIRST TIME BUYERS

Why rent when you can own?

Free list of homes for under $1000/month (+ 5% down) www.VernonFirstTimers.com 250-549-7258

Home & Lot Packages

Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon

Sporting Goods Pool Table, 9’ “Dufferin� with accessories, pool & snooker balls. $1200. (250)542-1442 REMINGTON M700 7-08 Buckmaster Camo $749, SKS’s, Glock, SIG, Bluing, Gunsmithing, Weber & Markin, The Best Little Gun Shop Around. 4-1691 Powick, Kel. 250-762-7575. Tues-Sat, 10-6.

Real Estate Acreage for Sale 3 Acres, Whitevale Area, Lumby. Flat, trees, drilled well, gas/hydro to driveway. Price $230,000.00 + HST OBO. 250-547-6932.

Arrow Lakes Area 5.5 acres.$79.900 cash HST 5% mortgage at 89.900 HST . selkirk8@telus.net for pics 250-269-7328

DISTRESS SALES

FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon

250-549-7258 ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576 3bdrm heritage hse, in Lumby On large lot. Near all amens. $219,900. 250-547-9659 5-Bed, .27 acre lot, Apollo Rd. walkout bsmt. Private courtyard front entry. Private backyard, RV Parking, dbl garage, nice views. Below assessment $384,000. owner downsizing.

Call to view. (250)545-4179

832-6699

(250)

www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models.

Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only US $109,950. Many other plans available.

The Home Boys 877-976-3737 509-4819830 or www.hbmodular.com We will beat ANYONE’S price!

ClassiďŹ eds = Results!

Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reďŹ nances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations.

Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

4 bed - 2 bath haven Immaculate updated home Sunday June 12 12:30pm - 3:00pm 2103 29 Cres (250) 550-4136 $375,900

Recreational 13 RV pads available for purchase, located on Westside Road, approximately 13KM from turnoff. Shared lake front of 100 X 100 each lot is 25 x 40 and fully serviced with 30 amp power, sewer and water.

Family environment, no sub letting. 7000.00 purchase and 2000.00 per year maintenance plus 1/20 th of hydro. Please email cj-lambert@shaw.ca for a full package.

3bdrm cabin on lakefront lot.

West Side Rd. $65,000. For details phone 604-523-9922

Revenue Property Great buying Opportunities for Canadians in Phoenix, Vegas, Palm Springs & more!

Check out information for buying South at www.BestUSBuys.info SALT Team, RE/MAX Vernon 250.549.7258

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1&2bdrm, adult building, F/S, N/P, near Schubert, heat incl. $600-$750. 250-260-8454

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Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Seniors Building

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

MORRIS MANOR One bedroom and a Two Bedroom Corner Suite with 2 baths.

Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre. Heat included.

Inside Scooter parking available

For more information call

250-542-8989

Horizon Apartments 1903 - 31A Street

■ 1 Bedroom ■ Adult 40+ ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital

250-558-9696

st

1604 - 31 St, Vernon • 1 or 2 Bedroom • Includes Heat, Water, Elevator, Parking, Coin Laundry • No Smoking / No Pets

Move In Incentives

250-558-9696

The CLIFFS 2 Bedroom Suites from

$

1000 / month

F/S, W/D, D/W, A/C, + heat, hot water and hydro all included.

Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building.

N/S, N/P. Good building for Seniors!

On-site Resident Manager.

REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE

250-542-1701

ALEXIS PARK MANOR • Bright 1 and 2 bdrms.

• Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building

250-549-2770 Retirement Residence

Beautiful one bedroom garden suite with private patio - at the Victorian Retirement Residence.

Rent includes all meals, snacks, utilities and activities.

Call Tracy 250 545-0470 to view. www.victorianvernon.com

SILVER STAR Several different ski/ vacation homes. Studio to 3 bedrooms. All fully furnished and ready to go. Available monthly or ? until approx.

Nov. 15. 250-558-8762

Discover the Secret!

Hawthorn Lane Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon.

Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives.

2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:

250-503-1257 A New Tradition of Quality Living

1 BEDROOM

Freshly painted, cozy 1 bedroom, parklike setting, centrally located, N/P.

610/month.

$

1bdrm apt. near Hospital, laundry, heat, water, F/S, parking incl. NS, NP, Ref’s req. (250)542-7982

250-542-7723

Houses For Sale

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SPACIOUS DELUXE 2BDRM, must be seen! $950/mo. 250542-5659.

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 1-bdrm downtown Vernon, $700/mo, n/s, n/p, balcony, laminate floor throughout, call Tony (250)546-2666 1bdrm quiet convenient location, level private entry near Schubert Center & bus rte. Incl hot water, cable, prkg, F/S, N/S, 50+, $620. 250-309-3763 1bdrm, quiet, June1, $650/mo NS/NP. (250)308-7267 after 6pm www.rentvernon.ca 1bed/1bed & den bright & clean in a quiet, well managed Apt building on bus route/walk to dwntwn. incl’s appls, heat, hot water, cable, locker/ prkg. n/p. 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 2-bdrm apt style condo in Armstrong, Avail July 1, $775, 250-558-9691 2bdrm, Available now. $800./mo + util. (250)379-2777 2bdrm, newly reno’d, new w/d & d/w, sm pet ok, $925. Avail.

June 15th (250)309-1240 2-bdrm, upscale, close to shopping, N/S, $1150./mo July 1. Call Al 1-(778)878-1193 3-BDRM, 1.5 bath, Alexis Park, reno’d, spacious, 5appl, n/s, n/d, $1000/mo + hydro, avail. immed.

250-550-5832 Prof. Preferred

A-1 Condo Winfield area, 2bdrm, 1.5 bath, 1025 sq/ft all furnishings & extras, with 5appl, exercise room,pool,hottub, dry sauna, next to lake, heated U/G parking, avail Sept 15- May 15. $1800 utilities: electrical bill only. Immediate viewings.N/S, N/P. 1 month DD. Perfect for student. 403803-2577 Alexis Park, 3bdrm, 1.5bath, 5appl. storage, ns, ref’s, $1000 +util. July 1/15. 250-558-3736 Beat the Heat! Mountain top condo, 2bdrm, furnished, n/s, n/p, reduced $885. 416-6351298. www.salbsilverstar.com Enderby, clean quiet 1 & 2 bdrm, move in allowance. 250308-9299 Enderby, clean quiet 2bdrm, level ground floor access, $700. + util. (250)306-9950 Large 1 & 2 bdrm,$650-$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 LRG bright corner unit, 2 bdrm + office, No stairs-park by door! pleasant patio, in unit laundry. Mature adult NS, NP Quiet Property. $835 250-3092000 RENT INCENTIVE AVAILABLE Arlington, Embers, Century & Rickford Manor - 1 & 2 bdrm, NP, NS, close to Bus/Shopping & Schubert Centre Clean & Well Maintained, 250275-8066

Commercial/ Industrial 2038 FT. COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL SPACE IN NORTH END 9’ X 9’ OVERHEAD DOOR $1495 PER MONTH CALL RAY @ 250-549-0198 1200 sqft. $7.75/sq ft. C5 zoning. Central 2706 45th Ave. Lots of parking. 250-542-4443 Body Shop, 2000 sq. ft., Available July 1. rent $1200./mo. (250)545-6998

Duplex / 4 Plex

½ DUPLEX FOR RENT Great area, 3 bdrm., 1 bath, $915 plus 2/3 utility, 19+, N/S, N/P, references

250-542-7104 1610 45th St Lg 2bdrm + den with in-suite laundry. Recently painted. N/S. Family oriented building, prkg, storage. $800 + hydro. 250-547-6060 1 freshly painted suite, 2 new appl, 1 backyard, 2 bdrm, adult oriented. 250-558-0551 2 & 3bdrm apt. $800.Newly renovated.

Available now.

250-379-2777.

2-3 bd units in Vernon and Coldstream $725.-$1000./mo View at www.arttales.ca or contact Sean @ 250-306-0959 2 bdrm duplex, 1 bath. $950/mo + utils. Avail immed.

Small storage. (250)545-1340 2bdrm newly reno’d+ den. Full bsmnt, carport. n/p n/s. $1175 2200 - 41 Ave. 250-275-8961 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. $1000/mo. 250-550-4396 3bdrm 1.5bath, laundry. Harwood area. $1000 + 70% utils.

N/P, N/S. 250-309-4657 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, w/d hook ups, storage, near amenities.

Harwood, July1. 250-260-2882 3bdrm, affordable, clean, lovely,yard, pet ok, n/s, $900/mo 558-0969, 938-1957 3bdrm apt, lower East Hill 4-plex, f/s, full basement and attached garage, n/s. 250-5429419.

3BDRM s/s 4plex unit, 1.5bath full bsmt, near town, f/s, w/d hookup, $900. 250-260-8454 HALF Duplex in Lumby. 2 1/2 bdrm 2 bthrm. W/D F/S incl. NS. Great Location. $950. 250-308-1101 to view.

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.

Large 3bdrm, 1.5bath suite, NS/NP, $925/mo includes most util. 250-542-1210.

Mission Hill 2bdrm lower $700 Avail June 15, 2bdrm upper, $950. July 1st.UTIL INCL N/S, N/P, W/D. 250-306-6996 Newly Reno’d 2 bdrm unit in 6-plex, Lower East Hill, n/s, n/d, $850/mo. (250)306-0996 New Reno bright & clean- A must see! 2bdrm near dwntwn, $800/mo+hydro 250-306-9385 Nice & cozy, recently reno’d large 3bdrm, easy access, F&S, W&D hookup, fenced yard,, fireplace. NP, RR, $750 per month plus utilities. call 545-8531or 309- 5564 On Kal Lake, 1 bdrm duplex, adult oriented, Avail. Immed. n/p. $1290. 250-545-8914.

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

RENT INCENTIVE On Site Mangers

WANT TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR PROPERTY? Exceptional property in the countryside of Spallumcheen available for sale.

Short drive to Vernon, quiet road, and a million dollar view.

Has been lovingly cared for by current owners who are relocating this summer.

Any and all reasonable offers will be considered.

What are you waiting for?

Can be viewed @ 1060 Corkscrew Road, Armstrong.

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)

2bdrm mobile, $750/mo. In Lumby. 250-547-6362.

3-BDRM mobile home for rent in family-oriented park between Vernon/Armstrong; incl. F/S, W/D, A/C; N/S, NO DOGS; $900/mth; $450 damage dep; avail. immed; call: 250-546-0612 to view

3bdrm in Lumby, f/s, gas/heat, n/p $850/mo immed. (250)503-7044 IN Lumby, 2-bdrm, gas f/s, w/d, n/p, $750/mo immed. (250)503-7044

w/d, avail heat, avail.

LARGE one bed fifth wheel. North BX on acreage. NS horse ok. $750 pm inclusive 778-475-2524

Homes for Rent VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon MIDDLETON 2 bdrm, very private condo, F.S., A/C, W.D. Available Immed. $750 $800/mo.

Sorry, NS, NP. ADULT ORIENTED Private 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, F.S., DW, A/C, on-site laundry, new paint.

Available Immed. $750/mo. Sorry, NS, NP. PARKER COVE Resort 2 bdrm, 2 bath, log cabin/ house, FS, DW, WD. 1/2 block from beach, full bsmt, electric/ wood heat.

Available July 1. $875/mo. + util.

Sorry, NS, NP. VERY DELUXE CONDO 3 bdrm, 2 full baths, FP, FS, DW, WD, laminate feature floors, great view, secure parking, AC adult oriented bldg.

Available immediately. $1150/mo. + util.

Sorry, NS, NP. LIGHT IND/COMMERCIAL 1800 sq. ft. across 25th Ave. from Central Hardware. Clean, high vis. location.

Available immediately. $1428/mo. gross lease.

250-542-5580 EXECUTIVE HOME FOR RENT

on Middleton Mtn. in Vernon with self contained suite.

Available August 1st.

Approximately 3000 sq.ft.

4 bedrooms plus den.

Has A/C and 7 appliances included. Raised ceiling with hardwood and tile flooring.

Unobstructed valley view, N/S, N/P. Glen 250-307-3570 (cell) Linda 250-503-0899 (home) or lfester@telus.net

SILVER STAR Several different ski/ vacation homes. Studio to 3 bedrooms. All fully furnished and ready to go. Available monthly or ? until approx.

Nov. 15. 250-558-8762 1bdrm, newly reno’d small. house, priv yard, f/s, $650./mo +DD, avail.now.(250)542-9766 2bdrm farm house, large yard, no smokers, Grandview Flats, $1075/mo. 250-546-6811 2 bdrm house across street from Ok Lake. Lg yard & laundry incl.$1100. (250)309-1171 2bdrm house, south BX, lake & city view, 4 appls, gas in floor heating, n/s in or out, n/parties or drugs, n/p. $1000.

(250)260-6051

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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 Kiliney Beach lakeview 1bath huge lot, July 15. $1050. ref’s a must, 604-596-5645 2bdrm private country setting, Lumby, $1150 pm + util., 250308-7672.

3bdrm Walmart area, 2bath, fenced yard, single garage.

Avail immed. Prefer n/p. $1425 + utils. 250-869-9788 Armstrong close to DT; 3 bdrm rancher, 1.5 bath, reno’d, gas f/p, 5-appl, n/s, n/p, July 1, $1200+util. (250)546-0123 CLEAN 2 br house, quiet area near Silver Star 1100/mo+util 250-3092565

Falkland, 2-bdrm hse, 5-appl, wood floors, f/p, lg yard, n/s, pets neg $1000. 250-718-3369 NEW, East Hill, 2200 sft 3 bedr,+ Rec, 3 bath, sunny deck, lake/valley view, close to schools/downtown, yard, dbl. garage,.$1700 incl utilities N/P, N/S, 20 July available Call (250 307 7745)

Ok Landing, beach & boat access, 4-bdrm, incl. in-law suite, n/s, $1800+util. (250)542-8302 Older large 4bdrm, South Vernon area, lg kitchen, big yard, $1575 util. extra. avail. May 1.

250-545-8443, 250-307-4948 RENT-TO-OWN: 4br Vernon home from 1600/mo 4br with lake view in Peachland, 10Kdown from 2000/mo.309-2565

Rural 2bdrm, 1 bath between Vernon & Armstrong $950+util, room for horse. (250)546-3205

Office/Retail Downtown Office Space for Lease Single or multiple offices High traffic location 250.550.4221 for details

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OPEN HOUSE SUN. 11am-1pm #9, 401 Browne Rd. Kalloway Greens 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath townhouse Beside Vernon Golf Course and on the creek. $

335,000

Realtor has been chosen.

778-475-0066

Rentals 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

Shared Accommodation 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450 incl.util. N/P, furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 1 beautiful quiet room for rent, lakeview, incl util., n/s, n/p, no parties, $550. 250-558-0638 55+ lady to share country home in Lavington, lower level with sep ent. 2bdrm, lrg family rm. Utils & cable incl. To share upstairs kitchen. N/S. Pet ok.

Lrg landscaped back yard with lrg dog run. Ph Dorothy at 250-549-2735 Furn’d rm in lrg hse, 7min. to Vernon. 15min. to Silver Star.

Pool & fitness rm. $450/mo incl/util 250-503-8018 HONEST N/S Handyman to help property owner in lieu of room & board. 250-545-9874 PRIVATE ROOM in large home Overlooking Swan Lake/BX. Includes everything. $500.00. 778-930-0181 250558-0009 kisersuzy@aol.com Shared rms or top flr of hse, $500-$1500. Lower East hill character, reno’d w/lake 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 1-Bdrm, awesome Bella Vista Bright Daylight, Level Entry, sep. ent., 5-min to Down Town, $750. incl util. Av. July 1, N/S, N/dogs (250)558-3929 1 bdrm basement, bus stop, 5 min to d/t. n/p, n/s. $650. Avail now. 250-275-0922.

1-Bdrm daylight bsmnt suite OK Landing, lake view, private entrance & parking, w/d s/f $725. util incl. (250)545-4593 1-bdrm level entry, completely reno’d, quiet area, tree’d backyard, hot water/incl, N/S only, N/P $600 (250)545-1220 1bdrm Middleton, bright, ns, np, 1 person, $700 incl/util.

Avail.now. 250-309-8712 1BDRM, newly reno’d, semifurnished, NS/NP, $750 util & cable incl 250-309-6340 1-PERSON, bright, clean, quiet, private, daylight 2BDRM suite, walk d/t, f/s, w/d, pool, n/s, no/dogs, Avail now. $750+ 1/2 util. 250-542-0825.

2bdrm, 1bath, level entry, n/s, n/p n/parties. $850 incl utils.

Mature people. Avail July 1.

250-558-3090 2-bdrm, $850/mo incl util, own laundry, storage, sep/entry, f/s, w/d, parking, fenced yard, n/s, n/p, close to downtown.

(250)558-3664 2bdrm, Armstrong, $850 incl all utils, satellite, internet, prkg, shared laundry. 250-546-6312 2bdrm, central location, lrg living area, F/S, NS, NP, utils incl. $800/mo. 250-542-1972 2-bdrm East Hill,storage, sep. entry & laundry, reno’d, ns/np, $875/mo incl. util/cable. July 1.

RR/DD 250-938-8983 2 BDRM VERNON (Central location)- small 2 bdrm, bright, no laundry, parking 2. $675+ utils. 604-290-3523.

2bdrm W/D, Absolutely No Smoking, cats ok, $875/mo. util/incl. 1- 250-319-3681 3BDRM 1600sqft, reno’d, lg sunroom w/360 view, 7 min to Dtwn Vernon, w/d, f/s, d/w, 1.5bath, elect. heat, NS, July 1, $1200 +util. 250-938-8242.

3bdrm, modern, daylight suite.

Incl; in-floor heating, H.D. satellite, 4-appl. only 15 min. from town. $975. 250-503-8468.

Avail June 1.2bdrm basement suite,sep ent., w/d, f/s,util incl $750. 1-604-741-4196.

Brand New 1Bdrm, bsmnt suite, quiet area, N/S N/P, July 1. $800. RR (250)545-0330

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BRAND new bright 1 bedroom w/den basement suite. East Hill near VSS. Private entrance, and laundry in suite. N/S, N/P utilities included $775 250-308-2830 BRIGHT 1 bdr suite. Private laundry, entrance, storage & parking, N/S, N/P, reference req. Avail Immed, $650/mon, plus util 250275-0665

Rent/Rent to Own, Middleton 2bdrm, park/amens. n/p n/s w/d a/c. $840+. 250-545-8699

2004 Pontiac Vibe 5-spd, 4cyl, 4-dr, wagon, pw, pl, ac, cruise, 183K, $5800. (250)545-0387 2005 Ford Focus, ZX3, 2dr, 4cyl, 5spd. 19,000kms. Exc cond. $5,500. (250)308-2225 2007 Chrysler Sebring, fully loaded, 45K like new $10,500.

Must Sell! Call (250)306-6554 2008 CTS Cadillac AWD, 3.6, V6, di, h/ac front seats, full sunroof, new sport tires, GPS & on star radio, loaded, immaculate. (250)542-2210

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East Hill 2 bdrm, 5-appl. n/s, n/p. $850/mo. utils incl, Avail July 1. 250-545-8688.

2005 CHEVY IMPALA

Suites, Upper

Only 146,000 kms, new tires, car proof and one year warranty

1bdrm, BX, furnished, kitchenette, priv/entry, balcony, suits 1 person, ns, no dogs $600 includes utilities. 250-542-3450 1bdrm, Downtown N/S, W/D, cable, Wi-Fi & util/incl. $800, avail. now. (250)260-3196 1bdr new suite, priv. loc. Coldstream Valley Estates. Fantastic view, all util incl, internet, TV, outdoor pool, laundry, etc.

Avail immed. N/P, N/S. $850.

250-275-1285 or 558-7296 2-bdrm, reno’d, 5-appl. storage n/s n/p, Seaton area, RR. $1000. incl util. 250-542-2671 2 Bedroom - utilities included, No Dogs, Avail July 1st, $900.

250-707-0604, cell: 801-1060 3bdrm, 1bath, laundry h/u, n/s, pets ok, $900. + utils. Also 3bdrm, 2 bath, laundry & garage $1100. + util, n/s, n/p 250-307-6210

DL# 11139

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BARIS ENTERPRISES 250-309-1855 OR 250-558-0030 6302 STICKLE ROAD (ACROSS FROM SQUIRES PUB) Moving Must Sell very rare 2001 Chrysler Prowler, all options, as new, only 7000 mi. $35,900. obo. Best Price in Western Canada (250)5588104

Auto Accessories/Parts 4-15” 31x10.50 on Jeep 5x5 $240. (250)309-2521 FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty.

250-542-2685.

$650 1 Bed BSMT, Incl util,wifi,PVR. Priv lndy, pkng, ent, patio, Single person, N/S,N/P. immed.

938-0747 BRIGHT 2 Bdrm Bsmt Suite, Middleton area. N/S N/P Shared laun, sep ent Avail June 15 $700 single, $800 couple util, dig cable & net incl. Call 250-541-0677 GREAT Location. Two - 2bdrm apts. Hdwd flrs, bright, ldry, prking, close to dwtwn. 1 w/ 2 baths $1100/mo, 1 w/ 1.5 baths $900/mo.

545-4774.

Cars - Domestic

Immaculate Upper suite, 3 bdrm, 6 appl., a/c, n/s, $1295 pm+shared util., Alexis Park, July 1. 250-545-1229.

Main flr 2bdrm 5appl, $1050/mo incl util, n/s, n/p, close to town centre. 250-5583664

1985 MERCEDES BENZ 380 SL Come in and check this out!

NEWER 2 Bdrm, 2 bath, main floor in lower east hill. w/d, d/w, n/s, n/p, garage, all utilities incl. $1100. 3088796

DL# 11139

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3bdrm 1.5 bath, insuite laundry, reno’d, swimming pool, n/s, n/p $1150. 250-549-1198 3bdrm, 3 bath, 2400sq.ft. end unit, Vernon Creek, immaculate. $1600/mo. 250-503-2300

BARIS ENTERPRISES 250-309-1855 OR 250-558-0030 6302 STICKLE ROAD (ACROSS FROM SQUIRES PUB) 1986 Olds, V6, auto, buckets & mags. Runs well. $475.

(250)545-0110 1994 Nissan Altima, 115,700 kms, lady driven, well maint $3200obo 250-545-7573 1999 Buick Lesabre, loaded, great shape, 83,250kms, $4,375 obo (250)545-1792 1999 Saturn 3dr Coupe, w/sunroof & Cd player, $2,000. 250-546-6710.

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Recreational/Sale

Townhouses

IT’S RV TIME! Now accepting newer, clean RVs for consignment.

• Government Certified Techs • Best Parts selection, new and used, in BC • Lowest shop rate in the valley Since 1969

Trucks & Vans

1980 TR7 convertible. Runs. Needs new top. 1000. Chris 250-309-7603, 250-862-7763

1983 Mercedes Benz 380 SL convertable, 2 tops (new cloth).

New tires, mint. $10,400. 250-545-5101, 250503 -3144.

1992 Honda Civic, New Battery and alt. $300. (250)3092521 KIA RIO, 2003, 76,383km Clean, 4 dr, auto, 4 cyl, a/c, GOOD TIRES, No Rust. Asking $4500. 780 887 0464

OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotor products.com 250-545-2206

Motorcycles 1992 BMW R100R, $4900obo many extras, 1982 Honda CB 750, 37k, new tires, battery. $1250obo (250)558-4594 2001 Yamaha XT350N, 13,000km, great dual purpose bike, exc. condition $2500.

(250)549-0981 2005 Honda VTX, 1300c, new tires & wind shield, like new, $6300. (250)832-5297 Riding leathers, Sturgis proven. Leather jacket, HD medium $180. Chaps HD, medium $75. Electric vest, medium $40. Riding boots, Western style sz9, $40. Leather vest $60. All for $395. 250-5427430

Off Road Vehicles

Newly reno’d, close to downtown, 3-bdrm, 1.5-bath, w/d, n/s, n/p, $800 + util, Ref.Req. Avail Immed. (250)558-1873 RENT REBATE OFF 1ST MONTH Newly reno’d lrg, bright 2 bdrm, 3 appl, blinds, deck, new furnace, low util, central, storage, w/d avail,non smokers, no dogs, July 1st. $800 plus util. 250-308-9182. 250549-4730 answering machine.

Sales & Service Ltd.

Cars - Sports & Imports

When booking online, go to www.kenkraft.ca or call 250-545-5101 kenkraftsalesltd@shaw.ca Dealer #5529

1992 Jeep Renegade - 4x4 convertible. Great condition.

CW hard & bikini top. pics at bcclassified.com $3500 obo 250-260-3782 2008 Polaris Sportsman 500, (camo),low hrs, extras, $5800.

(250)546-3064, 250-309-3963

Recreational/Sale 1977 GMC 22ft motor home.

Sleeps 4. 350 engine, new tires $3000 obo. 250-547-2449 1986 Travel aire, 5’ wheel. $6,700. good roof, sleeps 4, shower,c/w new 5’ wheel hitch. 250-308-0822.

1988 yukon travl. trl. 19.5 ft.ex con.

2-way fridge & furnace adjustable trl hitch included ph. 250-838-0782 4.700.00

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Houseboats

1988 Chev 3/4 ton, extended cab, 4x4, w/8’ camper, very clean, $2,000. 250-546-6710.

2006 Nissan X-trail for sale. Fully loaded 4 wheel drive, trailer hitch, cargo net and cover. Comes with winter tires on rims and brand new summers (toyo’s), 101,000 kms. Asking $15,900, call 250542-6902.

1989 33’ Triple-E motor home, very low kms, only 50,000km from new, fully loaded with extras. Sleeps 7. Sep toilet & shower. Awning, solar panels, generator, a/c, microwave, tv, electric leveling jacks, etc.

New transmission. $15,000.

(250)308-1111 1990 Chev Conv Van 130K, immac, (bed, 4cap.ch, tbl, curt) $5999 (250)549-0498 1994 29’ Corsair 5th wheel, 1-slide, F/S microwave, A/C, shower, 2 propane tanks, $8,500 obo. 250-306-1434 1996 Dutchman 24ft 5th Wheel, F/slide, F/bath, L/F a/c, like new, $10,000. (250)5424913 cell 250-540-0490 1997 19’ Mallard Trailer, new tires $7000. obo; 8’ Lite Camper $1100 obo. (250)542-7251 2002 Citation 5th wheel, 31.5ft 2 slides, exc shape c/w 2004 Chev 3500 diesel Duramax, $45,000obo 250-770-4789 2004 20’ Mallard Trailer, 3600 lbs, as new, $11,000. 250542-6776 for more info.

2005 Adventurer 8’ Camper with toilet, $7500. obo (250)309-2521 2006 Jayco Tent Trailer. Like new condition. $6000.

(250)545-0945 after 6pm.

2009 Everest 345S 5th-wh 37’, 4 slides, 7yr transferable warranty, lots of storage & after market extras, a must see $46,900. (250)275-7515 79 23’ Ford Frontier Motor Home, 460 eng, low mi, clean, $6000.obo (250)375-2590

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 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 1997 Land Rover Discovery, 4x4, 4.0 auto, loaded, exc. cond. $4900. (250)308-2225 1997 TJ Jeep, 4” Pro Comp, suspension lift, tires, 33x12.5x15,hard top, soft top.

Asking $6000.obo. 250-3087114 Jason.250-503-1821.

2002 Ford Explorer, 4x4, auto, exc cond, leather, loaded, 122K, $8000. 250-545-9667

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Trucks & Vans 1991 Chevy 3/4 extended cab, long box, new brakes, battery, 5 speed, manual, 209,000 kms(mint). $4000.obo. Call 250-308-0822.

1992 Ford 150 Van. Raised roof. $4500 in repairs. $2000 Firm. (250)260-4266 1995 Dodge Laramie, dually, $10,000, Tandem 5th Wheel Flatdeck Trailer $4,000 or both for $14,000 obo 250-212-0751 1999 GMC 2500 Cargo Van, auto, a/c, $1400. 99 Windstar, a/c 165K,$1500.250-938-6953 2002 Dodge Ram, 3500 cargo van. 198KM. Well maint. Good cond. $2,800. (250)308-2225 2004 Ford Freestar SE, 167,000 km, remote starter, stereo, with DVD, 2nd row buckets, rear stow n go great cond. $4500. Call Cole for more info 250-833-2637.

Utility Trailers 4x8 utility trailer, $800 obo, 5x3 Pull-behind atv trailer, $700 obo (250)938-2955

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Boats 12’ Aluminum Boat & tilt trailer, box is 6’x8’ with boat rack, $1350. (250)549-0447 14’ MISTY River. Ez loader trailer.

8hp Merc+ many more xtras. $3800obo. 306-0875

17’ Aquastar, w/Merc cruiser, galvanized trailer, canvas top, ski bar, $4950. (250)260-1954 1987 Sea Ray Sorrento 24’ Sport Cuddy 350 Magnum V8.

Well maintained, lots of extras. $14,800 Call (250) 808-8688 1995 Malibu Echelon closed bow tournament boat. Great shape, approx. 500 hrs, wakeboard tower, wedge, tandem trailer, $16,500. 250-558-8762 1997 Searay Ski & Fish - 125 hp Merc, elec fish motor, elec downrigger, bimini, 2 covers, bait well/pump, radio/tape, fish finder, ski pilon, fresh water use only, trailer included, all in very good condition. $9,900.

Call Paul: (250) 542-1567.

2005 Bayliner Capri 175 Bowrider, 3.0 L Mercruiser, 135 hp, galvanized trailer, family boat used 1 week/ year, 100 hrs, very clean, runs perfect! Price: $12,500 Ph: (250) 540-2788

2007 Searay, Wake Board Tower, 4.3 Merc, ext. swim platform, bimini Top, 2yr warranty $21,500. (250)545-5998 21’ 1988 Prowler Cuddy Cabin Cruiser Economical cruising with 3.7L 165hp Mercruiser I/O, Alpha1 leg with brand new bellows; pwr steering, VHF, fish finder, large Vberth, full canvas, swim platform, on galv. trailer with hydraulic brakes.

Rock solid, built in BC. $6500 obo.

542-4667 or 556-9555, evenings.

9.9HP Merc. 4-stroke, short leg, 3yrs old, used little, $2100.obo (250)545-6174 Honda 8-hp, 4 stroke, brand new, used 2 hours, $2200.

(250)546-3205

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Utility/Cargo/ATV Trailers

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475

Pleasant Valley Trailer Sales Ltd. 7885 Hwy. 97, Vernon •

250-545-2000

Legal Notices YUCWMENLUCWU (Caretakers of the Land) LLP has prepared an amendment to their Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) for their forestry operations in the Selkirk Resource District.

The FSP amendment is required to expand the current area covered by the FSP to include additional area in the vicinity of Lindsay and Snowshoe Lakes near Edgewood BC. The document will be available for review and comment from June 06 Aug 05, 2011 at Landmark in Salmon Arm. Stakeholders are invited to provide information about specific resource features that may be unknown. Information provided will be considered when preparing the results and strategies in the final FSP amendment. For more information, contact Steve Giesbrecht at 250-804-0332. Written comments should be addressed to Landmark, Box 87, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2.

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Legal Notices DAVEY TREE SERVICES will be performing maintenance work for BC Hydro in the Oyama and Winfield areas throughout the month of June 2011.

1-800-667-8733 NOTICE is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of Teresa Diane Gessner, formerly of 3405 Rosedale Avenue, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B2. Deceased, who died on April 12, 2010, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, Lyndse Campbell, Box 28, 9420-93rd Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 6W7, on or before July 10, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

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Your Health & Wellness Store

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• Help memory through circulation • Nourish your brain with PS-phosphatidylserine • Stay alert S

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Nourish your hair from the inside out.

Stimulates maximum growth of the hair follicle.

POLLINOSAN

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Combats age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and free radical damage.

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Herbal Tea Blend. Clear away toxins from cells, tissues and organs.

3 times more bioavailable than fish oil.

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which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. GMCL, Ally Credit or TD Financing Services may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. x $8,000/$2,300 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on 2011 GMC Sierra Ext 2WD/ GMC Acadia SLE (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GM dealer for details. †0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by Ally Credit for 48 months on new or demonstrator 2011 Chevrolet / GMC / Buick Traverse, Acadia, Enclave, Malibu, and Aveo. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/ trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $208.33 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight ($1,450) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ††Variable rate financing for 84 months on 2011 Terrain and Sierra Ext on approved credit. Bi-Weekly payment and variable rate shown based on current TD Finance prime rate and is subject to fluctuation; actual payment amounts will vary with rate fluctuations. Example: $10,000 at 3% for 84 months, the monthly payment is $132. Cost of borrowing is $1,099, total obligation is $11,099. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payments and cost of borrowing will also vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Biweekly payments based on a purchase prices of $26,743/$23,252 with $3,549/$3,119 down on Terrain/Sierra, equipped as described. #Offer applies to all eligible current owners or lessees of any model year GM vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2010, 2011 or 2012 model year Chevrolet, GMC, Buick or Cadillac vehicles delivered between February 1, 2011 and June 30, 2011. Ineligible vehicles include Chevrolet Cruze LS-1SB and all Medium Duty trucks. Credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available for Chevrolet Aveo, Cobalt and Cruze (excluding Cruze LS-1SB); $750 credit available for Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain; $1,000 credit available for all other eligible GM vehicles. The credit amount is inclusive of any applicable taxes. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Void where prohibited by law. See your GM dealer for details. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. ◊U.S. Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). For more information on safety ratings, go to www.safercar.gov. W Based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. , The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. *†2010 GMC Sierra with the 5.3L engine and 6 speed transmission and competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Excludes hybrids and other GM models. ¥¥2011 GMC Terrain FWD equipped with standard 2.4L ECOTEC I-4 engine. Fuel consumption ratings basedon GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Competitive fuel ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. **Based on 2010 Energuide submissions/competitive websites. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Excludes other GM vehicles. 2011 data unavailable at time of print.

ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. bcgmcdealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */x/†/††/#Offers apply to the purchase of a 2011 GMC Acadia SLE (R7A), 2011 GMC Terrain SLE (R7A) and 2011 GMC Sierra Ext 2WD (R7E) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,450). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers valid to August 31, 2011. Limited time offers

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ACADIA SLE

MSRP $39,640

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INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI

MSRP $35,045

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EMPLOYEE PRICE

RATE FINANCING 3% VARIABLE

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FOR 84 MONTHS HWY:6.1L/100KM 46MPG CITY: 9.2L/100KM 31MPG∆

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SLT Model Shown

BEST V8 FUEL EFFICIENCY OF ANY FULL SIZE PICK-UP* †

HWY:10.5L/100KM 27MPG CITY: 15.3L/100KM 18MPG∆

27 MPG

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Call Bannister Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-545-0606, or visit us at 4703 - 27th Street, Vernon # www.bannisters.com [License #9133]