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Dueck soars into Hollywood spotlight KRISTIN FRONEMAN Morning Star Staff
Vernon’s own Paralympian Josh Dueck is soaring once again –– all the way to Hollywood. The 31-year-old athlete has just reached the record books as the first sit-skier to ever land a back flip. The aerial stunt, captured on the Salomon-sponsored Freeski TV at the terrain park at Whistler-Blackcomb, shows Dueck, with a camera strapped to his helmet, throwing himself and his sit-ski high into the air, and landing with ease in a matter of seconds. The video has since gone viral, hitting more than half a million hits after it aired on YouTube Feb. 6. This latest feat has also garnered Dueck international media attention, with a recent appearance on ABC’s Good Morning America and ESPN. And now Dueck and his wife, Lacey, also a resident of Vernon, will be making an appearance today on American talk show, the Ellen DeGeneres Show. “It’s been a huge surprise. We never had the intention for it to get this big when we
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Josh Dueck is the first person to land a back flip in a sit ski, recently captured on film by The Freedom Chair director and producer Mike Douglas. put it out,” said Dueck, talking to The Morning Star from L.A., where he and Lacey were preparing to tape Ellen. “I think people have related to it because it’s a story we all share, about overcoming
challenges and obstacles. It inspires different people, and with luck and good energy, it will make people look differently at people with disabilities.” The former freestyle coach
at Silver Star Mountain, who became a paraplegic after missing a jump during a training run at Silver Star in 2004 has since captured worldwide attention as a champion sit skier.
A member of the Canadian Para-Alpine ski team, Dueck hit the podium as a silver medalist in the slalom sit-ski event at the 2010 Vancouver Paralympic Games, and earned a gold at Mono Skier
X at the 2011 X Games. His courage over adversity, and quest to hit the backcountry on his sit-ski, was recently captured in the film The Freedom Chair, filmed by free-ski legend Mike Douglas, of Switchback Entertainment, who also captured the back flip on video. “We’re hoping this opens an all-new avenue to show what sit-skiers are doing in the backcountry. I don’t believe this will become a reality in the competitive arena, as we’re looking at realistic options, but this has been a personal option,” said Dueck, who plans to keep working on his back flip. Dueck, who is also working towards competing at the Sochi Paralympic 2014 Winter Games, continues to work on the Raise Your Hand Campaign for Work Safe B.C., and is a founding director of the Live It! Love it! foundation, which promotes and empowers adaptive adventures for children with disabilities. He also will return to Silver Star for the seventh annual Showdown Throwdown Hoedown freeski event at the end of March.
Winter Games preparations now down to the wire ROGER KNOX
ues in Vernon and Armstrong, with biathlon and cross-country skiing set for the Sovereign Last-minute stuff like finding 8,000 Lake Nordic Centre, and alpine and freestyle pounds of bulk roofing shingles is no probskiing to be held at Silver Star. lem for Akbal Mund and the Mund wouldn’t mind a little help Greater Vernon B.C. Winter from Mother Nature for the outdoor Games committee. events. Dealing with Mother Nature, “Let’s hope it snows next week,” however, is another thing. said Mund. “We were up at Silver The shingles, on loan from Star on Sunday and everything is still Bob Anderson and Home nice. All of the venues are set.” Building Centre Vernon, are More than two years after being to hold the gymnastics equipawarded the Games, which begin Akbal Mund ment in place at the Priest Valley next Thursday, Mund and his comGymnasium. mittee are down to a week of final“We’ve never done that, but it izing details. was a recommendation from the B.C. Games Invitations are being sent out to the openSociety so we’re going to do that,” said Mund, ing and closing ceremonies (both of which president of the local organizing committee. are open to the public and will be held at the A total of 16 sports will compete at 12 ven- Wesbild Centre), provincial receptions and Morning Star Staff
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News Winter Carnival wraps up on high note CARA BRADY Morning Star Staff
Sporting with Carnival hit a home run. The 52nd annual Vernon Winter Carnival wrapped up Sunday after 10 days of fun. “Of course, we always know that things are going to be great but there was so much enthusiasm for Carnival this year,� said Brittany Sjoblom, Carnival executive director. “Several events, including some of the new events, sold out before Carnival started because people wanted to be sure that they didn’t miss their favourites. The chili cook-off was moved to a different day so a lot more people came out.� While frost-covered landscape was a perfect winter backdrop, the fog meant that the hot air balloons were not able to keep to the regular schedule. All of the balloons were there for Balloon Glow, with a few going up in the air on the first Friday and Sunday of Carnival. The hotly contested DVA Broomball Tournament has a new champion with Team Frosty from Wendy’s. The KPMG team was named the most sportsmanlike team. Long-time favourites, the Coca Cola Pee Wee Hockey Tournament, jopo House and the Feather Fancier
and Antique and Collectible Sale, and numerous other events provided something for everyone. “It was all an overwhelming success. The weather was good for the parade and everyone is saying they had a great time over Carnival,� said Sjoblom. “A huge thank you to the sponsors, the volunteers, the organizations that put on events and the people who came out to them. Many of the events are fundraisers for local organizations so the money goes to meet community needs.� Everything wrapped up Sunday at Wesbild Centre with the Tim Hortons Toonie and A Tin Skate, incorporating the Vernon Shrine Club Masquerade Skating Party. Between 400 and 500 people came out over the five-hour event, which was also a food bank fundraiser. Vernon Winter Carnival will be back again next year with another new theme. Everyone is invited to submit ideas for the theme by phone (250-5452236), email (info@vernonwintercarnival.com) or at the Winter Carnival office at 3401 35th Ave. The deadline is March 15. Groups that are thinking about organizing new events should contact the Winter Carnival office as soon as possible as these should be finalized in June.
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City fends off accusations of staff insensitivity There are two existing handicapped parking spaces at the main Alleged insensitivity towards city hall lot and Independent Living the disabled will be asked for an additional reviewed, but Vernon city eight so clients, some hall defends its actions. in wheelchairs, could Independent Living attend the presentaVernon, which represents tion. people with mobility “When I got an issues, claims it was treated e-mail referring to harshly by city staff after our group as lobbyrequesting that additional ists, insulting is the parking be made available nice word I will use (in Marg Bailey at city hall so clients could response),� said Laura attend a formal presentaHockman, Independent tion to council Monday. Living executive director. “I will look into the matter,� “As property owners, taxpaysaid Marg Bailey, the city’s acting ers and voters, the people who chief administrative officer. attended would take issue with “There was no intent to say any- being called lobbyists.� thing disparaging.� Hockman says her group has
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A financial carrot is being dangled in front of potential developers in Vernon. Council agreed Monday to provide tax exemptions to encourage revitalization projects in the city centre district and the Lakeshore Road waterfront area. “We don’t have many tools to implement the official community plan and this is one of them,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. “If we don’t do this, nothing will change.” In both areas, a 10-year tax exemption is possible for redevelopment but that will start to decline annually after the fifth year. The exemption will be based on the difference between the assessed value before and after the project is completed. As an example, a property assessed at $500,000 may be valued at $1.5 million after redevelopment. That means the tax exemption will be $1 million. “We want to encourage development to happen sooner than if it’s left to its own,” said Kevin Poole, economic development manager.
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“If we don’t do this, nothing will change.” — Cunningham While other B.C. communities have only offered five-year exemptions, Poole believes 10 years is critical. “The goal is to reward people for following the (official community) plan,” he said. “We want to make sure it’s worthwhile for devel-
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A tax hike of 6.59 per cent is now on the books for Coldstream. A deficit of $284,000, due to a decrease in revenues and increase in costs, led the district to the proposed number Tuesday. The rate hike includes a 1.34 per cent increase for the borrowing for the mechanic’s shop. The projected 6.59 per cent increase, works out to $3.25 a month, explains Coldstream’s director of financial administration. “The number sounds large, 6.59, but in actual fact it’s quite manageable,” said Trevor Trevor Seibel Seibel. For the average home in Coldstream ($447,158), the increase transpires to an additional $39 for the year. The total municipal tax amount is $976, up from $937 for the average home in 2011. The increase is caused by a decrease in revenues, primarily from utility companies. It is also needed to cover increased transit and RCMP costs, additional spending needed for trail maintenance, depleted legal reserves, drainage issues needing to be addressed and additional funds needed for the mechanic’s shop. Considering what the numbers boil down to, one Coldstream resident isn’t impressed with what he calls a mismanagement of funds. “Your administration is running a shell game of robbing Peter to pay Paul,” resident John Hegler told council Monday, adding that the increase is twice the rate of inflation. “The whole community will have to suffer for these overruns.” The entire community will have a chance to review the budget, and its tax implications, at an open house Feb. 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the municipal office. Council is hoping to adopt the budget by midApril before the deadline to file with the provincial government by mid-May.
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Copper thieves strike at recreation facility ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Copper wire was cut, but not removed, from three light standards near the Vernon Recreation Complex Feb. 9. A guard with
Kalamalka Security & Investigations noticed at around 10:30 p.m. that several green covers had been removed from three lampposts near the rec centre. “The copper wires had been cut and were
ready for removal,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk on Monday. The mischief was reported to a City of Vernon bylaws officer who was on patrol, and police report a
suspicious vehicle was noticed in the area. Police and bylaw officers are following up on the report. In 2011, RCMP and city officials had to deal with theft of copper wire from areas such as
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per wire or copper, is asked to call the Vernon RCMP at 250-5457171. Police also encourage people who see any suspicious activity around lampposts to call the detachment. Tips on thefts and suspicious activity can also be done by phoning Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or leaving information on the local Crime Stoppers website, www. n o k s c r i m e s to p p e r s . com.
Officers attacked ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
It’s a part of their daily job that the public doesn’t get to see often. But two separate incidents in a four-day span resulted in two Vernon-North Okanagan RCMP officers being sent to hospital for treatment of injuries sustained while dealing with issues. One officer from the Enderby detachment was dispatched Feb. 9 to assist ambulance personnel deal with a person suffering mental health issues. “The man spit in the face and eyes of both the ambulance personnel and our officer,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “The concern in this case is communicable diseases, and both personnel received medical attention.” The suspect was taken to Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm for assessment. On Saturday night, an RCMP officer suffered a bite to the leg in dealing with an intoxicated, unruly man outside a Vernon nightclub. As police were trying to get the man out of their vehicle, Molendyk said the suspect became very resistant, and in the exchange between the suspect and officer, the officer was bitten on the leg, requiring a trip to Vernon Jubilee Hospital for treatment. The 26-year-old suspect was charged with assaulting a police officer. Molendyk said officers in the local detachments face these types of situations on a regular basis. “In these days of dealing with communicable diseases, with blood and saliva products, the officers are still out there doing their jobs, dealing with the possibility of bringing something home,” he said.
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RBC Cup bid moves ahead Morning Star Staff
Bid committee co-chair Chris Collard is very Vernon’s bid for the 2014 RBC Cup Canadian pleased by the response to the committee’s call for Junior A Hockey Championship has taken another donations toward mounting the bid. “We’ve received support from close to 300 step forward. Printed and electronic versions of a 102-page people,” says Collard. “Their contributions have allowed us to pay the bid document have been submitted to B.C. Hockey, bid fee and will cover the costs of producwhich has forwarded the bid to Hockey ing and delivering an oral and multimedia Canada for consideration. The bid was presentation to Hockey Canada.” accompanied by a bid fee of $2,500 and The City of Vernon has agreed to cover a refundable surety cheque of $5,000. the $5,000 surety cheque. If Vernon is The Vernon bid committee also has awarded the 2014 tournament, the bid found an organization to underwrite committee will need to find sponsors for any potential losses incurred by the three further surety cheques of $15,000 that event. That organization and its CEO will be due this September, next September, prefer to remain anonymous, said Mike and in April 2014. Lane, co-chair of the Vernon bid comChris Collard Stuart Fransbergen, a long-time Viper mittee. volunteer, won the draw for the signed The British Columbia Hockey League, which has encouraged Vernon’s bid, wrote Aaron Volpatti jersey. Draws for Vipers season tickets will be made at a letter of support on Dec. 7. Commissioner John Grisdale and the league remain firmly behind Vipers home games on Thursday and Saturday, and the team-signed Vipers jersey draw will happen on Vernon’s application. “As a six-time national champion, the Vernon March 4. The bid committee will continue to accept Vipers Hockey Club in partnership with the City of Vernon will be the ideal host team and city leading donations at Vipers home games, at Chris Collard’s to what I believe will be the most successful RBC Sun Life office, and online at https://www.registrationlogic.com/secure/Register.aspx?ID=146. Championship ever,” said Grisdale.
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remier Christy Clark is credited with being a great communicator, but she’s certainly stumbling in getting her message out. Specifically, she took the unprecedented step of using an appearance on CKNW Radio Monday to reveal her government’s focus instead of a speech from the throne. Now there’s nothing that mandates a throne speech for the spring session, but it’s been a tradition over the years and it serves as an official record of the government’s legislative intentions. Retired political science professor Norman Ruff told CBC that Clark’s radio stint “is demeaning and suggests a contempt for the Legislature, and only adds to the appearance Richard Rolke that her government is light on policy.” Globe and Mail columnist Gary Mason doesn’t believe Clark’s broadcast will bolster her sagging popularity. “The old Liberal saw about not wanting to return the province to the have-not 1990s when the NDP was in power sounded tired and desperate and like a leader with no new ideas,” Mason wrote. Clark isn’t the first politician to try and control their message, but the strategist that coached her to abandon a democratic tradition should be shown the door. First off, throne speeches are open to all media and there is broad-based coverage of the details. In this case, Clark could be accused of showing favouritism because she singled out a single media source — CKNW — which also happens to be her former employer. Secondly, Clark presented her blueprint for B.C. on a radio station that can’t be heard past the Fraser Valley unless you listen online. What does that tell us about
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how she may perceive the province? One could argue that Clark was able to take questions directly from callers to CKNW, but there were only a few, and once again, anyone in the Interior or the north just got static. But most importantly, the Liberal government appears to be intentionally sidestepping legitimate debate and transparency when it avoids standing up in the House. Why bother with desk-pounding opposition MLAs and a prying scrum of reporters when all you need to do is speak into a microphone for 90 minutes? If Clark is confident the path she is following is sound, she should be able to defend her policies in an open setting. We should also remember that the Legislature symbolizes the people of B.C. and it’s their physical link to the politicians they put there. Of course there are other media missteps facing the premier. A judge shot down the government’s bid to televise the sentencing of an individual arrested in the Stanley Cup riot. “There was no information on this hearing as to the impact of broadcasting ... on trial fairness or the effect it may have on witnesses,” said Justice Malcolm Maclean. Clark insists TV cameras would have made the justice system more transparent, but it was more likely an attempt to tap into the public sentiment of embarrassing the rowdies. Instead of recruiting Judge Judy, the government should be more concerned about the backlog that is leading to court cases being tossed out. With Clark floundering in the polls, it will only be a matter of time before Liberals begin speculating if their election fortunes will be better with someone else at the helm. And if that does occur, Clark may wish she had dropped her resume off while at CKNW.
Meeting the challenge raised by the Raise The Rates group, Surrey MLA Jagrup Brar spent the past several weeks trying to subsist on the $610 monthly welfare rate. And, as many have pointed out, the shoes he was wearing were not his: he had the luxury of being able to walk away from them; he isn’t poor, or unemployed; and he knew throughout his ordeal that he would return to his family, with the certainty of finding a roof over his head and knowing where his next meal is coming from. But, at the very least, Brar has had a taste, firsthand, of what it’s like to be poor and marginalized in our society. That’s more than can be said of many politicians from all levels, whose idea of getting their hands dirty is donning a hardhat and rolling up their sleeves for a photo op and a few well-scripted platitudes. If the NDP MLA’s journey was a self-serving publicity stunt, it is clearly one that cost him a little more in physical discomfort than many politicians have risked over the course of numerous terms in office. The MLA claims his experience has made him a changed man. We can hope that change becomes manifest in more activism on behalf of the poor in his own riding and beyond. We can hope that his actions can motivate other leaders to provide policy alternatives to address the vicious cycle of poverty that exists on our streets. Unless there is meaningful follow-up by people of conscience, Brar’s experience – no matter how earnest and wellintended – will end up being considered just another photoop. And that would be a shame. ---Abbotsford News
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llenby Way now has had a full bicycle path for two months. My observations — I eat a couple of meals a day overlooking the road and path, and have seen at most 25 bike riders. Only three were wearing helmets and most were using the road, since it is now narrowed this practice is unsafe since there is no way for a car to pass unless it crosses into the opposite car lane or forces the cyclist off the road. By the way, I imagine that the home owners who lost their on-street parking should have their taxes reduced by at least five per cent. Now while one-third of all cycle users in Vernon are very good, and are no hazard to themselves or others, the remainder have only one thing in mind, point A to point B with little or no regard for traffic OH, DEER Early last year I spent $6,000 to erect fences around my lawns and garden to keep the deer out of my two lots on Okanagan Lake. A friend advised me to buy deer repellent from the hardware store. I carefully applied it — and the deer ate $450 worth of flowers. A gardener friend directed me to buy little lobs of deer repellent and put them on top of little posts. I did. The deer ate all of them. I have a big, 100-pound dog of mixed breed. My next-door neighbour told me he looked out his window one evening and saw my dog and a deer lying almost nose to nose —pals. One evening, I was standing on the small lawn at the front of my house when I suddenly realized a deer was standing almost right next to me. I looked at her — she looked at me —and jumped. Gone. My grandson figured we should board up that spot, so we did — and the next day the deer jumped it again. My daughter and her husband counted 18 deer at the south end of Tronson Road. At this point in time my big lawn is covered with deer droppings. I figure they come in by helicopter. Bart Bartholomew
lights, stop signs or crosswalks. Most motorists pay fines or have their insurance rates raised for their indiscretions. Should not cyclists have this same privilege? Years ago in England, I was fined 10 shillings (a day's pay in those days), and had my name published in our local paper for failing to ride with a rear light. How does this compare with the teenager who just missed me while I was walking on 27th Ave. (next to the bike lane)? He was riding hands-free and texting, or the one who almost put me on the sidewalk while doing a u-turn in front of me on Highway 6? In the army, as recruits we were told, "If you want to play at old soldiers, you will be treated like old soldiers!" John Taylor
GAS WOES May I add my voice to the unfortunate potential suspension of full service at gas stations? Driving the car is no problem to me. In fact a couple of weeks ago, I passed the required doctors' physical exam with flying colours. But, thanks to arthritis and other limitations, I can no longer handle the art of filling my tank and getting into the store to pay for the gas. Why should handicapped people be discriminated against? We have enough problems without adding to them. Several cities in B.C., including Richmond, have banned selfservice. If those who call the shots in this case could limit themselves once or twice to refueling their cars as we must do, they wouldn't need to think twice about making such a drastic and problematic change. Josephine Karen CITY STAFF SUPPORTED During the election campaign, I heard claims that there were too many people on staff at the city of Vernon. Having read recent articles in The Morning Star, I am concerned that a struggle between city staff and Vernon city council could develop. To me, as a resident
of Vernon, more staff has meant better service and more projects that make living in Vernon enjoyable. As a taxpayer, if we have more staff making the city more livable and taxes barely increasing, as they did last year, then I am happy. What could be better? Perhaps it is that we are all worried about the future and we are directing our complaints at the closest government. Our environment and our economy are shaky and much in our lives is uncertain as a result. But let’s not try and make the staff at city hall the cause of our troubles. It seems to me that city hall is our best opportunity to maintain what we have and ensure that we have a resilient community capable of responding to an uncertain future. Bill Darnell
whose influential owners picked this location over all else in the world). But the intended use may be in question – the property is between the established ‘industrial uses’ of our regional landfill, and the foul ‘agricultural’ operation of OgoGrow; both are ‘heavy industrial’ uses of the first order. So if RDNO, their handlers at City of Vernon, and ‘partners’ at City of Kelowna are consistent, this property could be bought for ‘compatible uses.’ Say a rendering plant, hazardous waste disposal, or bio-hazards facility; they have already killed the neighbourhood, why stop now? “Unique”; “pristine”; “planning principles,” “environmental stewardship”? Or just plain ignorance and greed? We deserve better governance.” Ken Biss
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You can never have ‘Too Much’ Asparagus KRISTIN FRONEMAN Morning Star Staff
They played the evil aunties in Asparagus Community Theatre’s Christmas production of James and the Giant Peach, and now Armstrong’s Susan Gagnon and Joanne Feenstra are up to some good with Too Much. The women are about to put on their 10th show in the Too Much series, entitled Too Much Renovations, which stages to a sold-out house at Armstrong’s Centennial Hall Saturday. “Too Much is a fundraiser Joanne and I started in about 1996, I believe,” said Gagnon. “(Asparagus) was struggling and in the red, so we had to create something to encourage people to tear away from their TVs and go to live theatre. That was the birth of our first show called Too Much TV.” A spoof with business support, as the Asparagus troupe performs commercials for local businesses in line with the theme of the show, the women have since produced Too Much Testosterone, Too Much PHOTO SUBMITTED Reality Shows, and Too Much CSI to name a few. This year’s Too Much Renovations reflects the Susan Gagnon, right, and Joanne Feenstra, co-creators of Asparagus Community Theatre’s Too Much series, are back at it with Too Much Renovations, which stages trend of reality shows about house hunting, redecorating, and of course, Mike Holmes doing it right, at Armstrong’s Centennial Hall Saturday.
said Gagnon. “We don’t do one every year, more like every other year, as it is a lot of work for one night. But if you can imagine going to Saturday Night Live in a hall, that’s basically what it is,” she said. This year’s comedy spoof consists of 10 commercials, which local businesses have bought and paid for. “We have a few new businesses involved this year: Okanagan Advertiser, Nelson’s Glass, Shear Kreation... I think Shamrock Books will have its work cut out for it to try and keep the Best Commercial trophy it won last time,” said Feenstra. The second act consists of the Asparagus Community News, The Debaters ACT style, an announcement of 50/50 winners, and finally, the announcement of the winner of the coveted Best Commercial trophy. Asparagus Community Theatre, who host this year’s Okanagan Zone Drama Festival in the spring, present Too Much Renovations starting Saturday at 8 p.m. Doors to Centennial Hall, on Pleasant Valley Boulevard, open at 7 p.m., but ticket holders are asked to line up early to ensure they can get a seat together.
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was transported to the magic of a movie theatre when Okanagan Symphony’s Rosemary Thomson (in Darth Vader black) conducted the opening bars of Star Wars on Sunday. What a magnificent piece, and what an appeal it has 35 years later. We know the music note for note, we see the images that accompany it, yet to hear it played live was astonishing –– to think that here in our very own theatre this iconic piece was re-created. No wonder it got one of the three standing ovations. I refer (of course!) to the true Star Wars – the first one released (1977) – now subtitled Episode 4 – A New Hope. There are now six in the series, with every score composed by John Williams. Wikipedia reports: “George Lucas’ design for Star Wars involved a grand musical sound, with leitmotifs for different characters and important concepts. Williams’ Star Wars title theme has become one of the most famous and well-known musical compositions in modern music history.” Williams composed three of the pieces selected for Sunday. He’s certainly the “goto” guy for film scores, and I regard him as in a class of his own. To me, he’s the Beethoven of Hollywood, his music ranking alongside any symphonic portfolio, either classical or modern. Yet most of us don’t buy movie soundtrack CDs. So on Sunday we had this rare opportunity just to listen: to concentrate on
what makes so many films memorable –– the emotions expressed in the music. The first half of the evening brought us standard classical pieces which have been chosen for films. Notable was the John Corigiliano’s Chaconne used for The Red Violin, with Okanagan-born Melissa Wilmot as soloist. Her encore, Caprice (from the same film), was a tour de force, and probably the practice piece from hell. Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings, once voted by BBC listeners as the saddest classical work ever, was chosen for the announcement of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s death and the funeral Jim Elderton of Albert Einstein. It was used for Oliver Stone’s Oscar-winning Platoon and for many other films. In Canada it was played at the state funeral of New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton. And there was Debussy’s Clair De Lune (Moonlight), now memorable in the Twilight series. To open the concert was perhaps the most famous movie adaptation of a classical piece, Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries. One of the most popular and dramatic of classical concert pieces, it’s from Die Walküre, the third opera in his massive four-part cycle The Ring. It was originally performed with Brünnhilde atop a mountain engulfed in flames, planning to deter all but the bravest of heroes. What’s so impressive is that although Wagner only composed this as the backing
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The Rebel Alliance in Star Wars IV – A New Hope. The iconic George Lucas film features the famed Star Wars theme, composed by John Williams, that was performed by the Okanagan Symphony Sunday. music for Brünnhilde’s aria, it works amazingly well with the vocal removed. Used in 1957 for the Warner Bros. Cartoon What’s Opera, Doc? (when Bugs Bunny sings Kill the Wabbit) it again achieved notoriety when Francis Ford Coppola used it for Apocalypse Now. In a brutal helicopter attack the ground is strafed with napalm and airborne loudspeakers play the piece at full volume. Other movie composers featured were Henry Mancini (a lush Hollywood medley including Days of Wine and Roses and Pink Panther), and Enrico Morricone with Gabriel’s Oboe from The Mission (played by Lauris Davis).
With the Harry Potter Symphonic Suite (John Williams) we were on familiar ground. Often in minor chords with sudden key changes, this played well as a symphonic piece –– at times happy, at times creepy and mysterious, ultimately triumphant. Lord of the Rings (Howard Shore) featured the bleak uncertainty of Frodo’s quest, the danger (with dramatic brass and percussion chords in 5/4 time), and the happy innocence of the Hobbits. It also included the song In Dreams (sung by 17-year-old Quinn Bates). And for the encore – John Williams (yes, again!) with Indiana Jones.
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In this current society, youth are subject to so many hurdles: both parents working, inflated use of drugs in schools, and bullying to name a few. For the youth in the community who have no interest in sports, music is one release.
Our Kids Have Talent has reached out to more than 250 children with various levels of talent and some facing daily challenges. “The sole purpose of youth participation, sports or music, is to accomplishment a sense of belonging and a foundation to build
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confidence,” said Kath Raeber, organizer of the annual music competition for youth ages eight through 18, with a mandate to provide opportunity for all musical youth. Auditions for the fourth annual Our Kids Have Talent competition take place at St. James Parish Hall in Vernon, Saturday and Sunday. “If you, or someone you know, should be in this competition and they haven’t got their application in yet, now would be the time to do that,” said Raeber. “The prizes are amazing, and the opportunities fantastic.” Youth of all musical and skill levels are welcome to apply, and organizers have arranged a number of prizes for the top 10 gala finals, to take place March 10, also at St. James hall. The top 10 finishers will receive a sterling silver necklace compliments of Cotton’s Chocolates, while the top five will play at the Summerland Action Festival held June 1 to 3 The first place winner will receive a surprise as well as automatic entry into the Armstrong IPE to compete for the nationals.
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The Vernon Film Society is fortunate to be able to bring Monsieur Lazhar, Canada’s Oscar entry for Best Foreign Language Film, to the Towne Theatre on Monday. The film is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Phillippe Falardeau and produced by the same group as last year’s Academy Award nominated Incendies. Monsieur Lazhar won the Best Canadian Feature Film award at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival. Following the tragic and shocking death of a Montreal school-
teacher, Bachir Lazhar, a middle-aged Algerian immigrant seeking political refuge in Quebec, swiftly pursues the opportunity to fill the sudden vacancy and come to the aid of the over-worked principal and students affected by the tragedy. To the children in shock, Lazhar’s traditional teaching methods may well provide the structure they need. As more information about Lazhar’s own history is revealed, his struggles and experiences make him all the better suited to guide the children into adulthood. Monsieur Lazhar is further proof of
Falardeau’s talent for drawing out depth and precision from child actors. The fine performances reflect the authenticity of the characters, and the story illustrates how adult hypocrisy and little white lies about death can turn a child’s world upside down when fate strikes. Monsieur Lazhar is a complex character study of loss and innocence; it’s a tale about the lessons we learn from each other, regardless of age. Monsieur Lazhar has much to learn from his pupils and so do we. Monsieur Lazhar will be shown at the Towne Theatre Monday at 5:15
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Building blocks, lots of crayons and paper, toy animals, marbles, big cardboard boxes, face painting, gummy worms for treats and making new friends — what could be more fun? The high school student delegates to the B.C. Student Voice Okanagan Region Forum got down on the floor to play with kindergarten students from BX elementary to help themselves remember how they used to learn. “We’re getting our play back,” said Mykenzee Ramunno as she and kindergarten student Anissa Maurie laughed while they raced marbles through a structure they had built. Fulton school principal Malcolm Reid, who organized the forum with student advisors, admits he wasn’t sure what would happen when they invited Kari Reid’s kindergarten class to be the “guest speakers” for the forum. “We went to talk to the kindergarten students and told them we had some high school students who had forgotten how to play and we needed their help. One little girl stood up and said, ‘We’ll teach them.’ Play is considered so important that it is recognized as on of the specific rights for children.” The high school students thought about the forum theme, Voice on Success, and questions about what makes a well-rounded, successful, happy person. “Keeping some play in our lives keeps us from being stiff
and boring. I think we lose our sense of play in Grade 8. I think I got duller and more silent then and there’s a lot of me that I miss. I try to keep play in my life by interacting with my younger cousins,” said Dustin Cantryn, a Fulton representative. Malcolm Reid watched the students playing. “The younger students have such an unbelievable passion to learn but many kids lose that passion,” he said. “In high school everything is more planned and controlled and we want to think about how we can incorporate a more playful attitude into our studies,” he said. Kari Reid smiled as she watched students and said she hopes that the older students remember that no matter how old they are, play can still be an essential part of the day. “I hope they go back to their school and say to their teachers, ‘We need some play in our learning,’” she said. “It was so great to bring the two groups together. I saw some amazing creative thinking going on.” Everyone helped clean up, then the kindergarten students had to say good-bye. The forum participants, who came from high schools around the Okanagan, discussed what they had learned from their guest speakers/new friends. Their responses considered the first question, “What are the attributes of a well-rounded, successful, happy person?” Responses included: ■ “Everyone can teach you something. Each person has
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Jake Wallach (left), a Grade 11 Revelstoke secondary school student, builds with Lego with Griffin Trickey, a kindergarten student at BX. their own individual balance.” ■ “Kids enjoy the little things. They didn’t let things set them back. They are open to new things.” Malcolm Reid said he was impressed by the depth and creativity of students’ answers and discussions. “I think we learned a lot from playing with the children,” he said. “Now we need to think about how we can incorporate movement and play into our classes. We don’t have to be playing constantly
to be happy. We have responsibilities, but we can learn different ways of doing what we have to do.” Representatives will take what they have learned back to their schools and selected representatives will attend the BC Student Voice Provincial Forum in Vancouver in the spring. They will send a report to the Minister of Education. “I didn’t know if this was going to be a disaster or magic. It turned out to be magic,” said Malcolm Reid.
Love flows all year
alentine’s Day is the “love” holiday, the day we celebrate our love, and honour our sweethearts. From tiny tots to grandparents, the expressions of love and affection will flow. In thinking about Valentine’s Day and wanting to do something special for my darling, I reflected on the everyday ways people show their love. The way I see it they really are more meaningful than a red rose, a meal out or some bling. Not that they aren’t lovely, Michele Blais too, but the others are what keep the love fires burning yearround. My neighbour John has been married for maybe 60 years and his wife is now in extended care with Alzeimer’s. He visits her twice a day though she may not recognize or know he’s there. When my
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mom was in care at the end of her life there was a couple there who every day had dinner together because for 62 years they had dinner together; again, he may not have known his wife was present. It’s the cup of coffee freshly ground, dark and strong delivered every morning with the newspaper to the bedroom. It’s watching hockey games in the regular season, and true devotion is watching Sportsnet afterwards. It’s taking dance lessons, or learning to sing so you can do something special at your wedding. It’s going for a hike when you want to nap, it’s washing the car and filling the gas tank every Saturday morning. It’s filling a room full of heart-shaped post-it notes so that while you are away your sweetheart will think of you. It’s finding Internet connections where ever you travel so you can Skype and show each other where you are. It’s a phone call, a text, or an e-mail to say “thinking of you.” Sharing a joke, a story, holding hands. The power of touch is amazing.
It’s driving every summer to Saskatchewan to visit the family. It’s for joining our families of origin and keeping your views of their quirks to yourself. It’s being kind, honest and truthful, fighting fair, compromise, talking, sharing ideas and feelings, taking a walk when you need to leave the room so nothing you regret comes out. It’s about respect. It’s for listening when you have had a great day, a bad day, or need to rant. It’s someone who shares our history who knows our story. A hand to hold, or a hand to squeeze when visiting the doctor, having a baby, or sitting in emergency waiting for the doctor. It’s our safe place. Some are better than others for expressing their feelings, some may never say the words “I love you” but say it with their actions every day. Having a day to remind us about how fortunate we are to have love can be a good day. And I think the person we truly need to love the most is ourselves because through that love flows all other love.
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THE SCIENCE IN SOCIETY SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS Information Technology: a hot topic for a warming planet. Bill St. Arnaud, one of Canada’s most prominent figures in the information and communication technologies, will explore fascinating topics such as zero carbon networks, cloud computing, server farms, electric roads. Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m., Okanagan College Vernon Campus Lecture Theatre. Tickets are $5 in advance from the Okanagan Science Centre or $7 at the door. See www.okscience.ca THE VERNON SENIOR CITIZENS RECREATIONAL SOCIETY Annual general meeting for The Halina Seniors Centre Feb. 15 at 10 a.m., Halina Room. Centre is at 3310-37th Ave. (Rec. Centre). NORTH OKANAGAN THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSOCIATION NOTRA annual general meeting Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at The People Place, 3303-30th St. NOTRA needs people interested in volunteering on the board, the Ride-A-Thon Committee, as horse leaders and side-walkers at the ranch and for work parties. Please consider joining us! Call 250-549-0105 or notra@telus.net VERNON & DISTRICT METIS ASSOCIATION Meets every third Wednesday of the month, potluck dinner 6 p.m., followed by meeting at 7 p.m., Halina Centre. Call William Gagné at 250-545-9415. VERNON WOMEN IN BUSINESS Meets first and third Wednesday of each month at Schubert Centre; networking 11:30 a.m. to noon, buffet lunch noon to 1 p.m. Members, $17; non-members, $23. Info., see www.vwib.com or e-mail membership@vwib.com.
his group at last year’s open house found “webinars” fascinating and informative. Come, see what they’re all about. If you’ve ever considered exploring your family tree, if you’ve ever wondered what genealogy and family history are all about, the Vernon & District Family History Society’s Open House is a must attend event Saturday, Feb. 18 at the society’s Resource Centre, lower level, Peace Lutheran Church, 1204-30th Ave., from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. If you’re thinking of tracing your family’s roots, we can help. Both the library and computer lab will be open and members will be available to answer questions. There will be information tables covering topics such as Getting Started, the use of Census Records in your research, the usefulness of the variety of web sites available for research, including Ancestry, how to organize the results of your research, and the benefits of membership in the society. Tea and coffee and dessert snacks will be available.
first and third Thursday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Rd., just off Silver Star Rd. We look forward to seeing new and longtime members. For more information, see www.vssq.org KALAMALKA WEAVERS & SPINNERS Meets the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre. We welcome newcomers. For more information, call 545-7819. DROP-IN GAY COFFEE NIGHT Free event Feb. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at #6, 2906-32nd St., Vernon. NEW HOPE GRIEF SUPPORT Group for widows and widowers takes place the third Thursday of every month from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the New Hope office, #004, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. Hellmut Noelle from the Family Resource Centre is facilitating the session with a New Hope volunteer. Bring a bag lunch. Coffee provided. Come and explore this opportunity to confront your grief and learn from it in the company of friends who understand and care. VERNON LIONS CLUB MEETS First and third Thursdays of the month at the Den, 3313B-30th Ave., 6 p.m. New members welcome. Call Ken at 545-2722. PYTHIAN SISTERS VERNON TEMPLE #21 Meets first and third Thursdays 1:30 p.m., Schubert Centre. Contact Betty at 542-8450.
FEBRUARY 16 COMMUNITY SENIORS’ FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON Feb. 16, at 10:45 a.m., Vernon Full Gospel Tabernacle, 5871 Okanagan Landing Rd. Rev. Pete Unrau, founder of Oasis Bible Teacher, counsellor and retired pastor will be the speaker. Special music will be the Schubert Singers, led by Trudy McGrath. A delicious lunch will be served. We will be singing your favourite hymns with the Sing-Along Band led by Karl Janzen. For more information please phone Karl or Kathy at 250-558-1947. ODD FELLOWS MEET Every third Thursday of the month at the OAP Hall in Lumby and at 3300 Park on the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. Call 250-547-9092 or 250-542-0616. THE VERNON SILVER STAR QUILTERS Meets at 9:30 a.m. on the
THE PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP meets at the People Place the third Thursday of every month, 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 16 meeting speaker is Jaron Chasca for Alternative Funerals. A subject we all have to face at some time – being prepared is the key. We welcome all members and newly diagnosed or new to town PD sufferers. Come and join us and find out that you are not alone. Any questions, please contact Eleanor Dean, 250-558-7867. BC CONSERVATIVES TOWN HALL MEETING Feb. 16 at the Schubert Centre, 7 p.m. Several speakers and a Q&A session. Come out and hear our plans for positive reform! Free admission. VSS GRAD FASHION SHOW FUNDRAISER Feb. 16, VSS auditorium, 7 to 9 p.m. All proceeds to 2012 grad events. Refreshments during intermission provided by Joie Bistro, with proceeds also going to grad events. Lots of local vendors participating this year. Tickets are $10, available at the VSS office, or at the door for $12. HELPING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES PLAN FOR THE FUTURE Learn about Registered Disability Savings Plan Feb. 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m., Independent Living Vernon, #107, 3402-27th Ave. Register for free by contacting Crystal Compton at 250-545-9292, or e-mail info@ilvernon.ca or crystal@ilvernon.ca
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The 17th annual Antiques and Collectibles Show and Sale runs Friday and Saturday at the Vernon Recreation Complex.
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Collectors from across the Interior are making their way to Vernon. The 17th annual Antiques and Collectibles Show and Sale takes place Friday and Saturday at the Vernon Recreation Complex. “With 150 sale tables spread out over 15,000 square feet, this event is one of the biggest of its kind in the Interior,” said Ron Candy, with the Greater Vernon Museum, which hosts the event as a fundraiser. “Dealers and collectors from all over the province bring thousands of antiques and collectibles to
show and sell.” The items can include everything from coins, jewelry and books to furniture, glassware, postcards and more. Admission to the event is $3 for adults and children under 12 are free. “All proceeds from admission and table rentals go directly to support the museum and its programs,” said Candy. The event runs from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call the museum at 250542-3142.
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There’s a Vernon connection to a drug case in the Central Okanagan. RCMP officers searched a home on Upper Mission Drive in Kelowna Saturday and more than 5,500 marijuana plants were located in the basement. A 36-year-old Vernon man and a 32-year-old Kelowna man were arrested at the residence. Both men, as well as a 24-year-old Merritt woman, are all facing multiple potential charges of theft of hydro, production of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking. The men were released on a promise to appear in court in May and a warrant is being requested for the arrest of the woman.
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Webb named People’s Choice Morning Star Staff
The people have spoken, and Brian Webb is their pick. The former Armstrong resident has claimed the People’s Choice award in the Mr. Gay Canada 2012 competition. Webb, who now calls Vancouver home, was one of six candidates competing in the WinterPRIDE celebrations in Whistler. Although he did not secure the top title – Thomas Egli was crowned Mr. Gay Canada 2012 – Webb earned the People’s Choice Award for gaining the most votes during the online portion of the competition between Jan. 10 and Feb. 10. He won with a landslide victory, claiming more than 25 per cent more votes than the next highest candidate. “It is a great honour to receive the Mr. Gay Canada 2012 People’s Choice Award,” said 33-year-old Webb. “This award is a true testament that I have the reach and support through my online communities and I thank my loyal followers, friends and fam-
challenge, panel interviews, presentation skills and public online voting. Webb finished first place in the sport challenge, the GAY-mazing race, a series of physical and skill-testing challenges held on the final day of competition. Ken Coolen, co-executive producer of Mr. Gay Canada, said: “All
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Lumby could become a medieval village this summer and that has officials excited. The Society for Creative Anachronism has consulted with the White Valley Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee about possibly renting facilities for an event that could attract more than 100 people. “It looks like it would be a fun thing for the community,” said Randal Ostafichuk, a WVPRAC director, adding there could be economic benefits because the participants would be camping in the area. “People will get some exposure to Lumby and it will be a great opportunity to become familiar with what the community has.” The society is inter-
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Brian Webb, a former Armstrong resident, claimed the Mr. Gay Canada 2012 People’s Choice award at the WinterPRIDE celebrations in Whistler. ily for their support and encouragement for me on this amazing journey.” “As a role model and ambassador for Canada on the world stage, I am excited to be able to foster a positive image for young gay men,” said Webb, a well-known Canadian blogger respected for his stories targeting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgen-
der communities. “I will continue to attend events and raise awareness of issues facing our community and youth, including safer sex, anti-bullying and self-esteem.” Delegates of the 2012 Mr. Gay Canada competition were judged on a series of challenges and categories including a swimsuit appearance, fashion show, sport
Lumby may host medieval fest RICHARD ROLKE
five delegates are incredible role models for Canada’s LGBT community and worthy of being Mr. Gay Canada.” OUTtv, Canada’s only national gay and lesbian television network, also documented the entire competition, which will air as a reality television show later this spring.
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Cotter rallies to retain B.C. crown Morning Star Staff
Jim Cotter’s Vernon-Kelowna rink is once again the best in B.C. Cotter, supported by third Kevin Folk and front enders Ty Griffith and Rick Sawatsky, brushed back New Westminster’s Brent Pierce 7-5 to defend their Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. Men’s Curling Championship Sunday in Parksville. They will represent the province at the Tim Hortons Brier, March 3-11, in Saskatoon. “It’s a phenomenal curling community, so we’re totally excited,” said Cotter. “The crowds should be great.” After falling 9-2 to Pierce in the 1 versus 2 page playoff quarterfinals Saturday afternoon, Cotter rebounded in their Sunday rematch, recording a deuce in nine and single steal in 10. “We haven’t been very good in 1-2 games, but we don’t let that bother us,” said Cotter, who needed an extra end to shade New Westminster’s Chris Baier 7-6 in the semifinals. “We forgot about it pretty quickly and just move on. The good thing about that is if you lose you still have another shot.” Added Folk: “We have excellent chemistry. We didn’t get too high or too low, and when we had an off game we were able to
regroup when we had to. The team members have been really good at that all season.” This will be the third Brier appearance for Cotter, Folk and Sawatsky (they also competed last year in London, Ont, and in 2008 in Winnipeg, with Bob Ursel as skip), and the debut for Griffith. Cotter is looking to improve on last year’s 4-7 record. “We definitely learned a lot from last year and we’ll make sure we’re well prepared,” he said. “They keep you pretty busy with the autograph sessions and banquets. Once you get there, it (schedule) fills up pretty quickly. The key is to be well rested.” For Folk and his father/coach, Rick, the Brier will be a homecoming as they are originally from Saskatoon. Rick is a two-time world champion (1980 and ‘94). Jeff Stoughton of Winnipeg will be unable to defend his 2011 Brier crown as Brandon’s Rob Fowler won the Manitoba playdown. 2011 runner-up Glenn Howard of Coldwater, Ont., who fell 8-6 to Stoughton in last year’s final, advanced. Vernon’s Darren Heath (third Dave Belway, second Darin Laface and lead Darrell Houston) missed the playoffs after finishing the preliminary round at 2-3.
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Vernon’s Jim Cotter delivers a stone at the Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. Men’s Curling Championships in Parksville. Cotter brushed back New Westminster’s Brent Pierce 7-5 in the championship game Sunday to defend his provincial title, and advance to the Tim Hortons Brier.
Buckland batters Baker for Battlefield title GRAEME CORBETT Morning Star Staff
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Nanaimo’s Andrew Buckland didn’t hold much respect for Matt (The Riotmaker) Baker heading into their Battlefield Fight League main event Saturday night at Wesbild Centre. Buckland, who trains with Impact MMA, showed even less in dominating Baker (Team Nogueira) to claim the mixed martial arts promotion’s pro middleweight title, earning a submission stoppage with an arm-in guillotine choke at 2:12 of the third round. Showing a good mix of hands and feet, including several solid head kicks, Buckland battered and bloodied Baker to take the strap. The new champ was just as relentless after the bout, calling Baker arrogant and overrated in his post-fight interview with the ringside announcer. In the co-main event, Impact’s Graham Spencer ground down Port Coquitlam’s Shawn Albrecht (West Coast BJJ & MMA) over four rounds before locking in a rear naked choke to secure the BFL pro featherweight title. In a fight for the amateur middleweight strap, Canoe’s Ryan Allen, who trains with Gracie Barra
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Vipers seeking road-warrior moxy Morning Star Staff
If the Vernon Vipers are serious about becoming B.C. Hockey League playoff contenders, they first need to become road warriors. While their home record is a respectable 18-6-1-1, they were a woeful 7-15-0-1 away from Wesbild Centre as they headed into Tuesday night’s tilt with the Merritt Centennials at Nicola Valley Arena. With six of their remaining 10 regular-season games on the road, the Snakes simply need to find a way to extract points from opponents’ rinks, said Vipers’ assistant coach Chris Shaw. “We’ve been good at home, but have struggled on the road and we can’t put a finger on what the difference is,” said Shaw. “We’ve had a lot of good efforts on the road; we just got the short end of the stick.” That was the case Saturday night as the Vipers fell 3-1 to the host Chilliwack Chiefs, the team they are chasing for the final Interior Conference playoff spot. Heading into Merritt, the Vipers were in fifth place at 25-21-1-2, two points back of the Chiefs (26-20-1-2). Vernon entertains Mike Vandekamp’s 22-18-0-9 Nanaimo Clippers Thursday night at Wesbild. “Just from knowing coach Vandekamp, they’ll be a hard-working team. They’re probably one of the more physical teams
in the league and they still have a shot at making the playoffs, so they’ll be playing desperate hockey too,” said Shaw. In Chilliwack, the Chiefs opened the scoring in the first period when Viper defenceman Brett Corkey was unable to hold the puck at blueline, allowing Malcolm Gould to chase it down and rip a shot past Kirby Halcrow from the top of the circle at 3:37. David Bondra, the son of former NHL sniper Peter Bondra, made it 2-0 just over five minutes into the second frame when he buried the rebound off Gould’s shot during an odd-man rush. Jedd Soleway, pouncing on the rebound from Marc Hetnik’s point shot, supplied Vernon’s lone goal 11:14 into the second frame, but Spencer Graboski answered for the Chiefs less than two minutes later to complete the scoring. “Chilliwack beared down on their chances. We made three mistakes and they scored on every one of them,” said Shaw. “It was just miscues in front of the net and not tying up sticks in front of the net.” The Vipers will be in tough Friday night when they visit the juggernaut Penticton Vees (44-3-0-2), winners of 32 straight games, at the South Okanagan Events Centre. They will make it three games in as many nights when they host the Westside Warriors (18-26-2-5) Saturday.
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While he’d rather be playing in the BCHL, Vernon’s Tanner Burns is making the best of his 19-year-old season with the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League North Okanagan Knights. The 6-foot-2 winger earned first star for the second straight game as the Knights clipped the host Kamloops Storm 4-3 Sunday night at the McArthur Island Arena. Burns went wide, took a pass from Brett Hawrys, spun around a d-man with a slick toe drag and buried a shot off the inside of the post, at 4:37 of overtime. The powerplay goal lifted the third-place Knights to 34-15-0-1 in the Doug Birks Division of the Okanagan/Shuswap Conference. They are four points back of the Storm and both teams have two regular-season games remaining. The Storm, who lost 4-1 to the Kelowna Chiefs Saturday night, share first place with the Revelstoke Grizzlies, who have three games left. The second- and third-place teams begin a bestof-seven playoff series next week. “This was the first weekend where we played the way we can,” said Burns, who got in six games with
the BCHL Trail Smoke Eaters last year and was a late cut of the Vernon Vipers this season. “We were down in both games (beat the Princeton Posse 4-3 Friday night with Burns getting 1+3), and instead of shutting down, we showed some grit and character and came back hard. Our top line buried more chances than theirs in Kamloops.” The Storm’s dynamic 20-year-old line managed just one goal with Chase Edwards netting his 41st to put Kamloops on the board late in the first period. Vernon’s Chris Gillies, with his fifth, and Burns, on a powerplay, from linemates Cory Hochhausen and Eric Chore, gave the Knights a 2-0 lead. The Storm equalized on Matt Dimor’s first of the year late in the second period, and went up 3-2 on Blake Culbert’s 13th, at 8:53 of the third. Bryce Koch fired his 19th just 73 seconds later to force overtime. Burns, at 20 goals, joins Hochhausen and Chore as a 20-goalman with the Knights, who got 29 saves from Dustin Nikkel. The Knights, who are seventh overall in the 20-team loop, visit the Grizzlies Friday night and head to Chase to battle the ever-improving lastplace Heat Saturday night.
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It is their debut season in Canada West men’s volleyball, and the UBC Okanagan Heat have already locked up a playoff berth. The Heat assured their place in the postseason by sweeping the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack in a pair of weekend tilts in Kelowna. They iced the Pack in straight sets Friday night (25-16, 25-23, 25-18) and Saturday (25-16, 25-12, 25-20). Heat outside hitter Greg Niemantsverdriet (3rd year, Vernon) compiled a game-high 16 kills Saturday. Graduating captain and setter Preston
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Vancouver claims Coca-Cola Classic KEVIN MITCHELL Sports Editor
Stopping the host Burnaby Winter Club for the first time in years to win an autumn tournament was a major thrill. Beating the Edmonton NWZ Raiders 6-3 Sunday in the Amy Myles Memorial A final of the 41st annual Vernon Coca-Cola Invitational Pee Wee Hockey Tournament was just as sweet for the Vancouver Thunderbirds. “Yes, this feels just as good as beating BWC,” said Vancouver captain Tyson Lin, who scored twice and added one assist in the Sunday night championship game at Civic Arena. “We worked our asses off from start to finish tonight,” said Lin, a smooth centre who netted Vancouver’s first two goals. “We did the simple things right and it worked for us. Our team’s been great all season. We all get along well; we’re like family. Edmonton’s a good team; we had two hardfought games against them.” Jamie Ambrose, Ante Mustapic, Nick Varabioff and Quin Litherland supplied singles for
the Thunderbirds, who finished the eight-team tournament at 5-0. Vancouver clipped Edmonton 4-3 in preliminary play Thursday night. Ultra-talented forward Trey FixWolansky, Ryan Hughes and Briar Whyte answered for Edmonton, who gave up two goals in 1:35, late in the third period. “We’re used to winning and we lost our second game of the tournament which is really disappointing because it came in the A final,” said Fix-Wolansky, a work of art on the art of work. “We got into some penalty trouble, but I was really proud of our guys because they stepped it up when it mattered. Vancouver’s a really good team. They worked really hard and they showed a lot of grit.’’ The Watkin Motors Mustangs went out in style by stuffing the Spokane Jr. Chiefs 8-4 in the D final Sunday morning. Levi Danbrook pocketed 1+3 for the Mustangs, who finished at 1-4. Matt Kowalski added 1+2, while other goals came from Dylan Sedlacek, Ethan King, Reece
Delta Storm edged the Bow Valley Flames of Calgary 3-2 in the B final. Dylan Anhorn and Tyler Witzke replied for Bow Valley. Edmonton iced South Delta 6-3, while Vancouver ambushed Bow Valley 11-4 in Saturday afternoon semifinals. The Thunderbirds were honoured with the Dan Oxnard Memorial Trophy as Most Sportsmanlike Team at the tourney banquet Saturday night at the Best Western Vernon Lodge. Retired NHLer Brent Gilchrist, a Vernon minor hockey graduate, addressed the players at the banquet. The Ernie Kowal Memorial Trophy, for Top Coach, went to JOSE LAROCHELLE/MORNING STAR the South Delta Storm staff of Vancouver’s Tyson Lin tries to slip past Edmonton’s Nathan Lefebvre in the 41st Owen Pighin, Ryan Schram, a annual Coca-Cola Invitational Pee Wee Hockey Classic final Sunday at Civic Arena. Vernon minor hockey grad, and Rob Bogress. Al Hooper, a longtime Schroeder, Dean Whitcomb, Austin two goals from Tyler Preziuso in Caldwell and Connor Johnston. a 6-3 C final win over the Seattle minor official, received the Rienie Holland Memorial Trophy for outDawson Tritt, with 3+1, and JT Sno-Kings. Neely, answered for the Chiefs. Brennan Gaytmenn scored twice standing service. Rienie’s grandson, The Juan de Fuca Grizzlies got and Mike Matson once as the South Jake, made the presentation.
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McCarthy and Richards) and by Richards, from McCarthy and Julian Darkazanli, to take a 3-1 lead. In the second period the Blazers got an early goal to cut the lead in half, but just minutes later Caton, from Richards and Braden Gilowski, scored his second of the game. On Sunday afternoon at Priest Valley Arena, it was Kamloops recording a 5-2 win to even the series. The Blazers came out flying and went up 3-0 early in the second before Vernon started to scratch away at the lead. Richards, from Caton and Darkazanli, scored at the 5:41 mark of the second to cut the lead to two. A few minutes later it was Caton that put one behind the Blazers’ netminder, but the goal was disallowed by the referee. With just under three minutes left in the second, Caton fired one through the five hole to make it 3-2. The Renegades kept applying pressure and almost tied the score on a shot by Jorden Dewing that rung off the crossbar. The comeback fell short as Kamloops scored an insurance goal with just over seven minutes left and scored with 3:54 remaining. Bryce Dyck played a strong game in goal for the Renegades. The series con*IN SECTION H • J • K cludes Sunday in Kamloops. The Vernon Home Building Centre Vipers are facing elimination from the OMAHA Midget Tier 1 playoffs after FAN BUS - FEB 17th falling 5-1 to the North Kamloops Lions Heading to Penticton for $25! Food, Fare, 00* 2 ADULTS, 2 KIDSS & A FORR $ Sunday afternoon at Memorial Arena. and Game Ticket. RSVP with Paula at *IN SECTION $ 250-542-6022 H•J•K 10000 A&W VOUCH VOUCHER ERR ONLYY The 5-9-6 Vipers had a few solid chances in the first 10 minutes but COME OUT AND CHEER ON YOUR COM couldn’t beat hot North Kamloops goalVERNON NANAIMO NANA tender Cameron Dagg, and two powerVS. VIPERS CLIPP CLIPPERS play goals in the first frame turned out TH to be all the host team needed. FFEB. 16 • PUCK DR DROPS ROPPS @ 7:0 7:00PM The 7-7-6 Lions added three insurCELLCOM WIRELESS ance goals in the middle period before $ BLACKBERRY CKBERRY GIF GIFT BASKET TO BE WON 500 0 BLAC Trevor Pickett, from Ryan Beach, finalAT INTERMISSION INT TERMIS SSION WITH “A CALL IN THE DARK” ly solved the Lions’ goalie early in the third.
The Vernon Sun Valley Source For Sports Renegades gained a split with the Kamloops Jardine’s Blazers in Okanagan Mainline Bantam Tier 1 Hockey League playoff action. The last-place Renegades (1-18-1) took the best-of-three series opener 4-2 Saturday afternoon at Memorial Arena. The host Blazers (8-11-1) grabbed a 1-0 lead just 34 seconds in on a shot from just inside the blueline that handcuffed goalie Louis Springer. Power forward Carson Richards responded for the Renegades with an unassisted goal midway through the first frame to equalize. Vernon kept the pressure on and they were rewarded with goals by Blaine Caton (assists to Braydon
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Game 2 of the three-game series is set for Civic Arena at 5:15 p.m. Saturday with Game 3, if necessary, slated for Kamloops’ Memorial Arena Sunday at 1:15 p.m. In Juvenile Rep playoff action, the Winfield Bruins blitzed the Vernon Battery Chargers 9-2 Saturday night in Lake Country to sweep the series in two straight games. Vernon took 132 penalty minutes and Winfield was assessed 87 PIM. The Vernon Machine Bantam Tier 3 Vipers edged Kamloops 2-1 in exhibition play Saturday. With a short bench due to injury, illness and vacations, the Vipers called up goalie Dusty Beckner, who went the distance for the win, and Donte Nowell who played well up front. Vernon’s first goal was scored by Josh DeCoffe on a pass from Zach Manton. In the second period, Bryton Stead scored with assists to Richard Thompson and Alex Richardson. Kamloops scored to spoil Beckner’s shutout bid with 6:17 left in the third. The Sladen Moore Pee Wee Female Lakers lost 3-2 to the host Winfield Atom Development Team #1 with Emily Clarke and Julia McCaig scoring for the Lakers, assisted by Andie Kaneda and Jordan Butler. Samantha Head stopped 34 shots on net. The North Okanagan Atom Development Knights ambushed the host Clearwater Hawks 11-0 in a league game Saturday afternoon. Easton Hunter posted the shutout, while Eli Dwyer registered 4+2 and Alex Gilowski and Trevor Kennedy each earned 2+2. Bryan Brew bagged 2+1, while Brandon Matvenko scored once and Wes Graves supplied three assists. In B.C. Major Midget League play, the Okanagan Rockets stormed the South Island Thunerrbirds 11-1 Saturday at Prospera Place and then tied the T-Birds 2-2 Sunday morning at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton. Josh Ellis, from Vernon’s Mat Lambert and Mitchell Cook, and Banden Wagner, from Vernon’s Colton Thibault and Alex Gran, accounted for the Rocket goals Sunday. Thibault supplied 2+1 as the Rockets won the opener (originally scheduled for Vernon, but the arena was not booked), while Lambert had 1+1. Vernon’s Mac Ferner and Harlan Orr (listed by Medicine Hat last week) had 2A.
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The Vernon Tween (U14) A Newalta Rush brought home the gold medal from the Sweetheart Tournament last weekend in Kelowna. The Rush faced some tough competition but dominated for most of the tournament. Vernon opened with a disappointing 7-5 loss to the Bow View In10CT. Kendra Ostafie contributed four goals, while Amy Parsons added a single. Vernon then came back strong with an 8-2 win over their zone rival, the Kelowna Fusion. Caleb Pope opened the Rush scoring with two goals in the same shift and adding another later in the game. Saige Woodliffe and Ostafie each earned two goals, while defenceman Alex Drury contributed a single. Parsons had four assists, while Garrett Adams was on fire in net. The Rush posted two more wins Saturday, stopping the Bow View Impact 6-4 and grounding Fraser Valley 7-3. Captain Maddie Powls rocketed two goals to the back of the net, while Ostafie (1+2), Drury, Woodliffe and Hannah Popilchak helped the offence. Against Fraser Valley, Ostafie once again led the scoring with a hat trick and an assist, while Pope scored twice and singles went to Popilchak and Powls. Parsons had four helpers. After topping their round-robin pool and bypassing the semifinals, the Rush stuffed the Fusion 6-2 in a rough final. Shelby Connors scored the Rush’s first goal while also adding an assist later in the game. Woodliffe and Ostafie added a pair of goals each while Drury once again came from the defensive end and drilled another goal. Adams was stellar in net again. The Vernon Shooting Stars rocked the Sweetheart Tournament with four wins in the Under 9 class. The Stars got two goals each from Paige Edgar, Chayse Krause and Paige Neufeld in an 8-4 win over the Kelowna Blazers. Kyla Pyle, with the opening snipe, and William Erickson, with a quick release which stunned the goalie, had singles. Amber Lowe managed two goals as the Stars outlasted the Fraser Valley Wildcats 6-4, singles going to Jordan Tung, Mackenna Jackson, Krause and Mackenzie Gilman. Vernon then parlayed a Krause hat trick into a 6-3 victory over Coquitlam. Grace Erickson, Jordan Tung and Edgar supplied singles. Mackenzie Gilman (her first career), Brooklynn Young and Sierra Lochhead each provided hat tricks as the Stars ambushed Shuswap 10-3. Makenna Jackson scored once. Astrid Beaty, Alassa Johnson and Brooklyn Tardiff played strong both ways. The Five Star Award Vikings went 3-1 in Petite action at the Kelowna Sweetheart. The Vikings started with a 6-5 win over Quesnel. Rylie Marchand and Evangeline Koshure each had a pair of goals, while Kalen Webster and Alyssa Carter had singles. On Saturday, the Vikes defeated PoCo 6-2 and then fell 6-4 to Kelowna. Offence came from Emma Carter and Alyssa Carter, each with 3+1, Koshure, with 2+1, and Bryn Taylor-Hawes and Marchand each with a single. Brittany Jensen and Hailey Quiring each had helpers. In their final game, the Vikes received superb goaltending from Caenen Wisse in an 8-6 victory over Salmon Arm. Koshure and Marchand each pulled hat tricks, while Webster had a pair. The Vernon Interior Savings and Credit Union Novice Blue Lightning went 3-0-1, tying the Kelowna Ring Robbers 8-8, clipping the Northwest Flying Ninjas 8-7, zapping Westside 9-7 and outgunning the Shuswap Icebreakers 11-10. Emma Elders paced the Blue Lightning with 12 goals and one assist, while Jayden Scott earned 7+4 and Kenzie Koshure counted 6+5. Grace Cornell chipped in with 6+4, while Shelby Richards, Hannah McMorran and Emma Roine collected singles. Daine Thoma and Danika Bellamy had helpers.
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Mackenzie Gilman of the Vernon Shooting Stars carries the ring with teammate Makenna Jackson to her left in Bunny action versus Shuswap. Awesome support play was turned in by Liam Van Wyk, Jessie Campbell and Logan Thoma. The Vernon North Enderby Timber Novice Flames came out of the Sweetheart at 1-1-2. The Flames saw contributions from the entire team: Georgia Lannon 6+5, Emma Lochhead 7+1, Julie Francis 4+2, Brynn Korol 2+3, Ashly Shwaluk 1+3, Levi Knopf 2+1, Jewel Jensen 2G, Amy Demetrick 1+1, Katie Finlayson 1+1, Arianna Kositsin 2A, Timara Jensen 2A and Kaila Summerfelt 1G. The Flames got great netminding by Summerfelt (3GP) and Julie Francis (1). Mark’s Heavy Haul Vernon Voltage Voltage defeated Vernon Advertising Works Swag 3-2 in the semifinals to advance to the Junior B gold-medal final versus Kelowna, where they fell 4-2. The SWAG won a bronze medal. going 3-0-1 in the round robin losing to Voltage in the semis and beating Calgary 7-5 in the medal game. Alana Fox, Dayna Hanley and Paige Webster, each with two goals, and Liv Percy scored in the medal game. Fox and Harder scored in the 3-2 semifinal loss to the Voltage. Fox counted nine goals in preliminary play, while Bailey Williams had a hat trick and Sydney Harder, Desiree Turnbull and Brenna Beck singles. The Vernon Advertising Works Thundercats went 1-3 in the same division, beating Westside 7-4 on 2+1 from Miranda Chapple and singles from Abby Williamson, Jillian Pipke, Chelsea McNabb, Maddie Fox and Ellen Campbell. Chapple fired three goals in a 10-4 loss to Fraser Valley with Williamson adding one goal. McNabb pocketed 2+1 as the Cats bowed 5-3 to Kelowna, Williamson scoring once. Vernon lost 8-7 loss to Poco/Ridge Meadows as Williamson (2), Pipke (2), Mikayla Vanderzwan and Sophie Granley led the attack. The Vernon Nixon Wenger Invaders faced some tough teams in going 0-4 in the Tween C division. The Invaders lost 10-2 to Richmond in their opener, getting goals from Ava Haldane, assisted by Miranda Blatny and Spencer Christensen, and Christensen, unassisted. In their second game, the Nixon Wenger crew bowed 9-4 to the Fraser Valley with Cornell and Haldane each bagging a deuce. Ashleigh Cohen, Blatny, Rebecca VanEyck and Tamara Nicol earned assists. Cohen and Marisa Johnson netted goals in the Invaders’ 9-2 loss to Westside.
The Invaders were shut out 9-0 by Bow View in their last game. Great goaltending by Aleisha Smith helped the Vernon Petite Lightning win four games, including an 8-7 comeback win over the Westside Ring Robbers, who led 7-2 at one point. Delaney Tetrault registered the hat trick, while Stephanie Backer had 2+1, and Demi Williamson and Wynter Vanderveen each earned 1+2 and Alyssa Racine also scored. Kara Olsen had two helpers. In Game 2, the Lightning posted a 5-2 win over Port Coquitlam #2 with Racine (3) and Mason Christenson (2) handling the offence. On Saturday, the Lightning smothered the Shuswap Ring of Fire 12-3 and then held off the Surrey-White Rock Spitfires 6-5 in Sunday play. Racine scored three times, while Delaney Tetrault had a deuce and Vanderveen scored once. Playmakers were Christensen, Kyra Olsen and Kalyee Jones. Vernon’s Blue Lightning Bunnies (sponsored by Sun Valley Source for Sports) battled against many talented players in their four games. Taliya Yamaoka, Alecia Huges, Kate Mallow, Jordann Scott, Hillary Quiring, Isaac Granley, and Sasha Ausin performed outstanding offensive duties. Defensive superstars included Emily Balcaen, Shaila Austin, Brooklyn Charest, Rhys Taylor-Hawes, and Jaida Sauvie and Tori Christensen. Awesome goaltending came from Kristie Vassberg and Miah Cohen.
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SATURDAY JUNIOR A HOCKEY – Vipers vs Westside Warriors, 7 p.m., Wesbild Centre. MIDGET TIER 1 HOCKEY – Vernon Home Building Centre Vipers vs North Kamloops Lions, Game 2 in best-of-three series; Lions lead 1-0, 5:15 p.m., Civic Arena.
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Joseph Hawrys Joseph “Joe” Hawrys was born in Winnipeg, MB on October 1st, 1917 and passed away peacefully, age 94, in Enderby, BC on February 6th, 2012. Joe arrived in Grindrod, BC with his parents Michael and Anne Hawrys and 3 of his siblings. He married Ksenia “Kay” Smaha in 1951, they moved to Enderby where he continued to reside in their original home until 1 1/2 years ago when he moved into Parkview Place in Enderby, BC. Joe had a variety of careers including running a stationary baler and crew for a number of years; in 1959 he started hauling milk (the old milk can days) and later introduced the bulk system to many North Okanagan farmers in 1963; he had a brief stint in the Army during WWII until being recalled home; and he worked at various sawmills, until his retirement, as a lumber grader. Travelling with Kay was a big part of their time together - it even started on their honeymoon when they motored across to Eastern Canada and New York State. They eventually visited all 10 provides and 2 of the territories, including driving the Dempster Hwy to Inuvik; taking an Alaskan cruise, and seeing much of the USA, Great Britain, and New Zealand. Joe was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge since 1945 and associated groups (Royal Arch, Preceptory), became a lifetime member of the Shriners organization (joining in 1948); and belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star for 26 years. He always enjoyed being around the family, watching baseball, camping, fishing or playing a round of golf, and he was always ready for a game of crib. Joe is lovingly remembered by his son Lorne (Dawn) Hawrys of Grindrod; his daughter Leanne Frederick of Armstrong; his 6 grandchildren Lynne Hawrys (Kelley Wiker) of Salmon Arm, Erin Hawrys (Kelly Koskimaki) of Enderby, Trevor (Kaili) Hawrys of Salmon Arm, Dale Frederick of Gimli, MB, Evan Frederick and Taryn Frederick, both of Armstrong; his 5 greatgrandchildren and his brothers Tony, Alex, George, and Michael. He was predeceased by his wife Kay in 1998, one sister Mary, one brother Bert, and his son-in-law Dennis Frederick. Cremation. Memorial Service to be held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church (Hwy 97A, Enderby, BC) on Saturday, February 18th at 1:00 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Jane on February 9, 2012 in Vernon BC. She was born in CheƟcamp Nova ScoƟa on April 5, 1928. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by her husband of 64 years David, their 4 children Dennis (Kathy), Pam (Ron), Shelley (Ron) and Tracey (Kevin) along with their 6 grandchildren Kim (Kevin), Darrin (BriƩany), Corey, Ryan (Tonya), Travis and Nicole and 6 great grandchildren Tyler, Hayley, Baden, Peyton, Ryley and Caleb. She is also survived by 2 sisters; JeaneƩe and BernadeƩe as well as a large extended family from coast to coast that will always remember and cherish their memories of her. Janie was known for her kind heart and quick wit and will be deeply missed by all that knew her but she will never be forgoƩen. Honouring her wishes, there will be no service. In lieu of Ňowers, a donaƟon made in Mary Jane’s name to Variety, the Children’s Charity or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.
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Business Opportunities EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com. Phone 780-955-5537. GO TO your next job interview with 2nd year apprenticeship skills. New Heavy Equipment Certificate program. GPRC, Fairview Campus. 34 week course. 1st & 2nd period HET technical theory. Intense shop experience. Safety training. On-campus residences. 1888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
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In Loving Memory of
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Sarah Molly Berkholtz Not a day goes by these last two years that I haven’t had a fond memory of you. Though the days have been long and lonely, I know in my heart I’ll see you again one day. Until we meet again “Molly Me Darlin” I’ll keep you in my thoughts. Your loving husband Carl
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Donald Archibald Lumsden It is with hearƞelt sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Archibald Lumsden on February 11th, 2012 in Salmon Arm, BC at 71 years of age. Donald’s career was Ňying. He received his private and commercial Ňying licence from the Winnipeg Flying Club, and Ňew in Northern Manitoba. The family moved to Langley. He started his own Ňight company, located in the Peace River Country and Ňew for over 50 years in several places around the world. Donald married Joy in 1964 in Perth, ON. They lived in Langley, Dawson Creek, and later came to Enderby in 2007. Donald leaves behind to mourn his life his wife Joy, daughter Heather (Darren) Weaver of Courtenay, BC, son Heath (Lori) of Redwater, AB, brother David in Edmonton, AB, 5 grandchildren Malia, Maddison, Joshua, Blaine, and Dalton. He was predeceased by his son Shane, parents Reginald and Claire, brother Harry, and sister Edith. Donald coached minor hockey, enjoyed reading, cooking, golĮng and the great outdoors. He had many friends all over the world. Those who wish to do so, may make a memorial contribuƟon to the family in care of the following clubs: “Enderby Lions Club”, “Enderby Senior Curling Club”, or “Farmington Fairway Golf Course, Dawson Creek” c/o #34 153 Salmon Arm Drive, Enderby, BC V0E 1V1. CremaƟon. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 18th, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. at the Chapel of AlternaƟves Funeral & CremaƟon Services (2980 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternaƟves.ca. Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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Do you want to: • Work a Tuesday – Saturday schedule? • Work a Sunday – Thursday schedule? • Work a Monday – Friday night schedule? • Be home every second day/night? …or tell us what works for you! We can work with our available options to help create the position you have been waiting for – we are busy in the West! Get into the Driver’s seat with a recognized industry leader earning the income you deserve! Are you a quality Class 1 Driver or Owner Operator? Our Recruiters are ready to take your call!
Education/Trade Schools
Little Ark Childcare Centre has the following positions available; FT Infant Toddler Educator, FT & PT Supported Childcare positions, all to start March 2012. Bene¿ts avail. Send Resumes: little.ark@hotmail.com EXCLUSIVE FINNING/Caterpillar Mechanic Training. GPRC Fairview Campus. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma and mechanical aptitude. Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview. September 2012.
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Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Intermediate Accountant opportunity. Please submit your resume to careers@kaltire.com, indicating the job title in the subject line by February 23rd, 2012. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. For current job opportunities with Kal Tire, please visit us today www.kaltire.com/careers
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The ultimate course in first aid. Recognized in both Alberta and BC, this course prepares students to take on the responsibilities of the first aid attendant providing emergency care and covers a variety of emergency medical techniques. Students must be 16 years of age to take the course and the course fee includes books, written and practical exam fee, and WCB certificate, which is now valid for three years.
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ITA Foundation ITA HEO Theory Multi Equipment Training (Apprenticeship hours logged) Certificates included are: • Ground Disturbance Level 2 • WHMIS • Traffic Control • First Aid Reserve your seat today by calling Taylor Pro Training Ltd at 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
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Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other financing options available to qualified applicants.
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DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca FARM workers needed at Kuhn Kuhn Farms, 4320 L&A Cross Rd. $9.50/hr. Call 250- 558-3778.
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BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy 202-2706 30th Street Vernon, BC V1T 2B6 ASSISTANT Parts and Service Coordinator required for our auto service department. Customer service and computer skills an asset. Need to be avail for full time and weekends. Email autoplace@shawbiz.ca or Call 250-860-8885 Caretakers needed for remote Ski Lodge near Revelstoke, April to November, 2weeks in 2 weeks out. Best suits a retired couple. Send resume to: info@mustangpowder.com Cherry Sorters & Pickers required $10./hr & up or piece work. June 15 - August 31. Sorting at 991 Salmon River Road, Salmon Arm, BC; Picking at Oyama, BC & Area. Apply with online form @ www.kalwoodfarms.com Farm Laborers needed at Sidhu Orchards on Bella Vista Rd, work includes planting, pruning, thinning, picking, fruit & vegetables. March thru Oct $9.56/hr Call Sid (250)5401011 or fax: 250-545-1935
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HHDI RECRUITING is hiring on behalf of Baker Hughes Baker Hughes Alberta based oilfield services company is currently hiring;
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HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CVIP License to work in Red Deer & Hinton. Please call 250-718-3330 or Fax: 1-888-679-0759 For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca North Okanagan Sawmill is hiring for a millwright position. For the right individual we offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637. P/T position available for Husky on 27th Avenue. Please drop off your resume. Seasonal labourer positions at Coral Beach Farms Ltd. (Lake Country). No experience necessary. Must have own transportation. Applicant must be capable of physically demanding (incl. heavy lifting) work in all weather conditions. 6-7 days a week. 10-12 hours a day beginning approximately March 15th. 2012. Work includes tree planting, pruning & irrigation. Pay $9.56/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca
SUPPORT & EDUCATION COORDINATOR F/T based in Kelowna Alzheimer Res Centre, responsible for delivery of support & education programs in North/Central Okanagan, develops program partnerships. Responsibilities include: working w/healthcare professionals, families in region. Also, develop and maintain volunteer base (recruit, support). Deliver standard education programs for caregivers, people w/early symptoms of dementia & public. Must have extensive knowledge, experience w/Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, caregiving issues. Degree w/min 3-5yrs experience. Must have vehicle to travel in region. Visit: www.alzheimerbc.org for more details on this position. NO phone calls to Kelowna Alzheimer Resource Centre. Closes: Feb. 27, 2012
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Thur, Fri & 1 Sat a month. Please apply in person with resume and references at Dr Loland & Dr Taves office Suite #2 3500, 30th Street Vernon, B.C.
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Education/Tutoring ATTENTION - Painters, Printers and Potters. Register for Visual Arts Diploma program. Multi-use workshop, painting, drawing, sculpture studios. No portfolio required. Grande Prairie Regional College. University transferable. 1-780539-2909 or www.gprc.ab.ca. GAIN ENTRY Level Skills in ATV, Snowmobile, Watercraft Technology. GPRC Fairview Campus, Alberta. Learn to repair small engines, recreational vehicles. Apprenticeship opportunity. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
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Home Care/Support
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24 hr. Live-In Support Required (Kamloops, B.C.) Dengarry Professional Services Ltd. is seeking experienced individuals or couples for contract to provide live in 24 hr support for short term stabilization to adults with mental and physical disabilities in Kamloops. Applicant must have education and experience either in behavioral and/or medical supports. Applicant will undergo extensive screening including reference checks, Crim Check and drivers abstract. Housing included with compensation package.
If interested, please forward resume to Kristine Toebosch at ktoebosch@dengarry.bc.ca or fax to 250-377-4581 or mail Attn: Kristine PO box 892 Kamloops BC V2C 5M8
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Feed & Hay 100 Round Bales, no rain in the barn, grass clover Alfalfa, 500lb plus approx, $35ea. ten or more. $30ea (250)547-6279 1st $6.50 & 2nd $7.00 cut Alfalfa grass mix, Irrigated, 70 80lb bales, barn stored, (250)547-6816 70-bales of alfalfa grass mix, no chemicals, square bales, no rain, $6.50/bale, 546-8314 800 lb round bales: this years grass hay $50./bale, last years grass hay $25./bale. Shavings & Sawdust available 250-804-6720 Clean Organic straw for sale. $5.00 bale. 250-546-9196.
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LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:
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Cats and kittens available for adoption to approved homes. Neutered, tattooed & vaccinated.
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BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class April 5th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322 Pomeranian puppies Ready to go, (250)547-6963 e-ore@telus.net Purebred registered Havanese pups, great disposition, litter trained, 1st shots, many different colors to choose from, great pets for any family. For information call 1-250-8324923 or 1-250-517-7579. Shih-Tzu puppies, 2 males, 2 females, black & white. phone 1(250)547-8974
Buying or Selling, It can be a jungle out there....
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SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -
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Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate
Rentals
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Antiques / Vintage
Furniture
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
Houses For Sale
Apt/Condo for Rent
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Coin Collector & Silver & Gold Buyer will be at Vernon Museum Antique Show this Friday & Saturday, Feb. 17 & 18. Come in person or call: 1-800-948-8816
PILLOWTOP mattress, box. Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647
7000 watt Dewalt Generator, great for constuction $850.; New 13.5 hp Simplicity Snow Blower, worth $1700. new, will take $850. 250-306-1319 Attention Hairdresser’s: Portable Belvedre hair dryer on wheels $75.; Kayline Trolley $75.; Dozens of Assorted size rollers & perm rods .50/doz.; Curling irons $10./ea; Oster Hair Clipper $20. 250)545-5178 Craftsman 2 Snowblower, 10.5hp, 28” bucket, electric start. $750. (250)545-1934 Crystal Waters Cassiar 1160 6-8 person hot tub approx 7 years old - works great digital thermometer - 2 speed $2000 obo call 250 938 5364 Entertainment Centre $20, Coffee & End Table (same color as entertainment centre) $40, 27” Color Tube TV $20, call to view or pics, 558-3414 Freezer beef, grain fed, no hormones, no antibiotics, by the side, $2.65 lb. CWF. 250307-3430. Light Oak kitchen table and 4 chairs, good condition. $200. 250-308-7671. Micro Suede couch, loveseat, med brown, excellent cond. $400. Coffee table, light Oak. $50.Pole lamp. $25.Like new. 250-308-7671. Palliser 4 seater 11’ burgundy reclining leather sofa. Exc cond $1000.obo 250-545-1934 PEROGIES homemade, finger pinched, potato & cheddar, homemade Cabbage Rolls, 250-545-3667 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & Save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS for all uses! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now! Call for free Brochure - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170. STEEL OF a deal - Building sale! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca. TOP DOLLAR PAID Removal, Scrap Cars & Metals, large or small, Farm & Industrial Equipment, & Complete Property Reclamation. Used Tire Sale (250)540-4815 Vacuums: Rainbow, Electrolux, Kenmore. hoses, powerheads & tools, rebuilt, guaranteed, $100ea (250)549-3352 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 Wanted: Shower, tub, hot tub, water heater, fittings, used building material. 1-250-8380505
Youth Boys Name Brand T-shirts(15) Size Med-Large.$50.00 for all. Name Brand Jeans sizes 28-30.Paid $50.00 for each asking $20.00 per pair. All Like new. Call 250-308-7671.
ALEXIS PARK
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon
Appliances #1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 IT’S Mr. Mike! Washer & dryer starting at $250. Stacker & front load, plus other stuff. 250-503-6368, 250-549-3781. White Frigidaire Electric stove, self cleaning, convection oven. Asking $200 (250)549-6727
Auctions Auction Water/Wine Bottling Line, Bottling Line, s/s tanks, filtration system, restaurant equipment & more. Feb 25, 11AM, West Kelowna, BC, View photos at (Special Auction) doddsauction.com 1-866-545-3259
Firearms REMINGTON Rebate Round up at The Best Little Gun Shop Around, Weber & Markin. 4-1691 Powick Road Kelowna 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat 10-6
Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932
Furniture
Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / BRIDGES / EQUIPMENT Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Smallforklifts/F350C/C”Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & Storage. Call 24 Hrs 1-866528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Dump box 14’L x 5’high with hydraulics sizzor lift & roll bar tarp. (250)546-9566 Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217
Medical Supplies CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991
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
KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 Memory Foam Mattress 8” Queen. New, still in package. Worth $990. Must Sell for $375. Call 250-307-3236 or 250-550-6647. Can deliver
14” King vertical wood band saw (New) $350. 10” table saw $150. (250)379-2853 Brand new Aluminum locking dry box for full sizepickup. Will sell for $400Call 250-545-0453
Auctions
Auctions
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Selling by auction is the most competitive and effective way of marketing new or used merchandise, everything from household items to complete estate and warehouse dispersals. Let our staff with over 47 years of experience help you market your goods the auction way. Hauling is also available.
NEXT SALE THURS. FEB. 23 www.valleyauction.ca or call us at 250-546-9420 903 Raffan Rd., Armstrong, B.C.
Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan mail@valleyauction.ca • www.valleyauction.ca
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AUCTION
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s WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 • 6:00 P.M. 3 Pc Leather & Wood Sofa, Love Seat & Chair Set, 4 Pc Sleigh Bed Bedroom Suite, Coffee & End Tables, Lamps, 2 - Chairs & Stool, 2 New Futons, 4 Pc Oak Finished Bedroom Suite, Hall Table, Round Dining Table & 4 Chairs, Oak 5 Drawer Chest & 2 Drawer Nite Stand, Framed Prints, Mirrors, Dishes, Trunks, Crystal, Single Bed Frame, Folding Tables, TVs & Stereos, Wine Cabinet, Shelf Units, Vacuum, Pots & Pans, Large Dining Table With 6 Chairs, 2 Leaves, China Cab & Matching Server, Small Desks, Sofa & Chair, Love Seat, Large Selection of New Jewellery, Collectables, Guitar Amp & Speaker, Full Set of Kitchen Cabinets.
Salon Equipment 15 Salon Chairs, 4 Hair Dryer Chairs, 7 Carts & More.
TOOLS & MISC: Large Metal Cutting Band Saw, Miller Gas Powered Welder, Miller Elec 180 Amp Welder, Compound Miter Saw, Cordless Tools, Hand Bandsaw, Gas Weed Eater, Shop Vac, Elec Sump Pump, Workmate Bench, BBQs, Floor Jack, 14’ Trampoline With Safety Enclosure, Ceiling Tiles, Elec Heaters, Glass Entrance Doors, Metal Framed Windows, Pellet Guns, Swords, Picnic Table, Wheel Barrow, Shower Door & More.
Meat Cutting Bandsaw Upcoming On-site
Restaurant & Bottling Line Auction Saturday, Feb. 25th • 11:00 am 4, 2652 Compass Crt, West Kelowna
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DODDS AUCTION
250-545-3259
Misc. Wanted Coins, Coin Collections, Silver, Militaria. Simon’s Coins, #5 2906-32nd St. Vernon 250-308-1522 I want to buy gold coins from all over the world. All years. Call Todd 250-864-3521 PRIVATE Coin Collector Looking To Buy Collections, Olympic Silver & Gold Coins, Also Buying Bulk Silver Coins. Call Chad at 250-863-3082. Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556 WANTED: Small Aluminum Fishing Boats. 250-542-8157, 250-307-6724 Wanted: working Vita Mix.250-541-0421. Will buy bags, rolls, containers or piggy banks etc. full of older 10¢, 25¢ & 50¢. 778-932-2316
$
419,900
Brand new 2500 sq ft home. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Triple car garage. All appliances included. Close to schools, parks, lake.
250-558-4795
Bachelor suite, shared washroom, furnished, TV. $500 incl utilities & cable TV. vernonhomes.ca/forrent Spacious 720 sq. ft. 1 bdrm garden apartment $610. Hot water & appliances included. N/P, references required. Inquiries 250-542-7723
Musical Instruments
MOVE IN INCENTIVES 2 Bdrm Apartment, 3611 27th Ave., +40 Adult, Secure Building, No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator, Cable Incl.
Sporting Goods Weber & Markin Gunsmiths Quality Firearms Buy & Sell at The Best Little Gun Shop Around, 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat 10-6
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MORRIS MANOR Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom suites Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre. Centre Heat included. Inside Scooter parking available
For more information call
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Mobile Homes & Parks FACTORY DIRECT WHOLESALE modular homes, manufactured homes, and park models. New homes starting as low as $37,209, 16 wides $49,183, and double wides $70,829. www.hbmodular.com or 877976-3737 The Home Boys.
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1 nice bedroom 600 for March. Quiet, clean living need only apply. N/P, parties or drugs. hydr not Incld Call 558 5020 for info.
$
850 / month
F/S, W/D, D/W, A/C, + utilities all included. N/S, N/P. Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building. On-site Resident Manager.
Rent incentives offered.
1 and 2 Bedroom Modern Suites starting at $730.00 Central location New appliances, Elevator On-Site Resident Manager Member of Crime Free Multi-Housing See what we have to offer! Incentives with 6 or 12 month lease www.urbanpointecondos.com
250-542-1701
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Apartment for Rent
Discover the Secret!
55+, no pets. Walking distance to Downtown Safeway. Top floor 2 bdrm,1 bath. In-suite laundry. UG parking. Secure entrance. Elevator. $875/month + damage deposit. Includes utilities. Cable, phone not incl. Available immediately. Call Kelly to view 250-306-8725 1&2-bdrm dogs, no 1630
$600-$750. No drugs. (250)260-
1bdrm clean, 2 blocks from downtown Armstrong, newly reno’d, $590/mo 250-870-3378
Houses For Sale
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WHITE TARPS
2 BD 2 BATH Great apartment with super view, FS, AC, on-site laundry, handy location. Adult oriented, on bus route. Available immed. $750/mo. Sorry, NS, small pet okay.
250-542-8989
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TARPS! TARPS!
ONE BEDROOM Adult oriented, F.S., A/C, view, on-site laundry, close to grocery, on bus route, covered parking, summer swimming pool. Available immediately. $550/mo. Sorry, NS, NP.
250-503-7315 250-545-7251 1 and 2 bedroom suites
Real Estate
Houses For Sale
DOWNTOWN BACHELOR Spacious unit above Greek restaurant. All included. Available February 1. $550/mo. Sorry, NS, NP.
THE PLACE to Live in Vernon
PARADIGM MONITOR 9 v.3(pair). Floor standing loud speakers. Mint condition and excellent sound quality. $500 (paid $1000 new). Phone 250488-6716 after 6pm.
Apt/Condos for Sale
Darren Chinchilla 250-309-1742
Korg sp300 Digital piano $1000, Yamaha Rydeen drums with double base pedal $700 Phone after 5pm (250)545-6465
DEVELOPER will pay mortgage for 6 months on 2-3 bdrm new condo. (conditions apply) www.okanaganbrownstones.com Phone: 250-3073737.
Clean & bright, 1 bed, walk-up corner unit. In-suite laundry, parking. $680/mt + utilities. References required, no smoking, no pets. 250-306-2475. Available Immediately!
9808 Kinross Place Coldstream, BC 5 bdrm + office, 3 bath unique custom design/built home on cul-de-sac.
489,900
$
For photos go to www.lundephoto.smugmug.com. 250-307-6818
PROPERTY NOT SELLING? sells more Real Estate in the North Okanagan than all other real estate companies.* 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) *OMREB MLS North Okanagan Listings 12/31/10
Hawthorn Lane Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
250-503-1257 A New Tradition of Quality Living
ALEXIS PARK MANOR • Bright 1 and 2 bdrms. • Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building ASK ABOUT MOVE-IN INCENTIVES!
250-549-2770 ADULT TOWNHOME
2 bedroom, 1 bath apartmentstyle townhome in the Harwood area. Level entry. Good condition. $750 per month. Single senior rate $675 per month. NP, NS. Available immediately. Drive by and walk up to 1, 1900 46th Avenue or www.vernonrealestate.com. Don 250-558-8762
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Mobile Homes & Pads
Homes for Rent
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Suites, Lower
Townhouses
2Bdrm Rancher. Killiney Beach, Vernon, lrg Lake view Lot, $950. Prefer working couple. Ref’s. 604-596-5645. 2 bdrm upstairs, avail now, nice clean, near big Safeway, 250-503-6034.250-545-2221. 2 Bdrm, washer & dryer, fully fenced yard,N/S, small pets o.k. In downtown area. Available immediately $800. Call Diana Delaney @ Century 21 (250) 550-2120 2 Bedroom House w/ separate garage fully fenced. Newly renovated with washer and dryer.$1000.00 p/m plus utilities 250-938-3187 3+1bdrm, 1.5bath, Lavington, Newly Renovated, Mar 1, $1400/mo.+util. (250)550-5463 3830 15th Ave 5-bdrm house, 4-bath, f/s, w/d, pet friendly, $1425.mo +util. (250)307-1656 3bdrm house on acreage in quiet country setting, shelter and pasture for horses or ? Large arena & round pen, located in BX area, 10 min from town, Gas heat, hot water, f/p, f/s, w/d, lots of room to enjoy rides on pets or toys. $1500. +util. March 1. 250-540-6533 3bdrm newly reno’d home, Easthill w/d, a/c, gas f/p, no pets, n/s $1200+util. (250)8788439 3BR clean, renovated house for rent $1200/mo 250-3092565 4 bedroom house, 2 baths, stove, fridge, dishwasher. large yard. No pets, no smokers. $1200 plus utilities; also 4 bedroom house, 2 1/2 baths, new fridge, genair stove, dishwasher, fenced back yard, no pets, no smokers. $1550 plus utilities. (250) 542-0351 5 bdr house for rent in quiet Armstrong subdivision close to schools, f/s,dw, garage included, no pets, n/s, references required. $1100 plus utilities. 250-804-5281 250-838-7019 5 bedroom Armstrong house in the mcleod subdivision. 21/2 bath, f/s, d/w, w/d, 2 gas fireplace, 2 living rooms, sauna, dining room, 2 decks, hot tub, 2 sheds, carport, 1/3 acre lot in a private setting and quite neighborhood. No smoking, pets ok. Newly renovated. $1700 utilities. $850 dd. 250546-8887 AVAIL Immed., 3-bdrm, 2bath, f.s., w.d., new paint, large deck, treed lot, propane heat, 13kms South on Westside Rd. references/long term $850 mo. 250-549-1848, 250-550-0227 COLDSTREAM 1200 sq ft cottage, 2bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appliances, private acreage close to everything. Non smoker, no pets. $1100 + utilities. Call 250 558-9724 Coldstream, quiet, clean, 2bdrm up, nanny suite & den down. n/s, pet neg., private garden, close to schools & bus, $1400. incl water & sewer 250-542-8302. Easthill, 4-bdrm, 2-bath, large bsmt, 5appl, tile, laminate, n/p, n/s, $1450+util, 250-306-9946 LUMBY,1 BEDROOM house f/s/w/d-n/s n/p $650 + dd. 5476799 eves; 547-6779 day NICE, 1700 sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 1 bath mobile on 2 acres. Wood stove, lrg deck, fenced yard, 5 new appliances. Horses, pets ok. Horse shelter/hay shed, access to trails. 20 min N of Vernon. DD and ref’s req’d. $1200/mo, rent reduced Feb March to $ 1000/mo. 250-3792614, efalck@uniserve.com
Older 2-bdrm house, on acreage, close to town, avail Mar1, $900 (250)275-3137 Second house on acreage 2bdrm, 800sq.ft., incl appl, Y5 & satellite. $800 pm.15-20 min to Vernon. 250-832-2243 leave message. VERNON- 3 BDRM+ den, clean, spacious East Hill home, 1/2 blk to Elementary, incld W/D, A/C, 2 bath, fenced yrd, coverd carport. NS/NP. $1275+ utils. Available Feb 18. (250)549-2316.
3bdrm townhouse 1.5-bath, end unit @ 2313 36 St. new fixtures,l aminate floors & tile floors, walking distance to town, avail. Mar 1, $900/mo. No dogs. 250-558-5053 please leave msg to view
1bdrm, no-drugs, no-parties, D.T. $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, 250-549-0644 1bdrm quiet, central, bus, n/drugs, refs. $395.util/int incl. 250-549-7418, 307-9407 A room w/priv bath, in a quiet exceptional home, n/s n/p np, n/d, $550. 250-558-0638
2 Bdrm, W/D, NS, pet negotiable, on bus route, close to downtown, quiet tenant, $800. util incl. 250-309-4524 3-bdrm Mission Hill, reno’d, laundry, yard, storage, very nice, bright, cat ok, $990. incl util, Avail Now. (250)558-8243 Avail March 1/12 basement bachelor suite. Suitable for quiet single person, N/S, N/P, util incl., except for cable, phone. Parking avail. $550 pm. 1/2 mon security deposit. References.. 250-542-9107. Bachelor unit, newly reno’d, $575 incl util & cable. D.T. locat, N/S, N/P, 250-549-0644 Bright, Level-Entry 1 Bed plus Office Detached Suite, Scenic South BX, W/D, F/S, patio, sat TV/Internet/utilities incl. N/S, N/P, Single renter preferred $800/mo. Avail March 1st. 545-3535 Enderby rural 2bdrm,garden, $1000. 1bdrm. $700. both incl all util, sat/int.,250-558-9171. Furnished bachelor, Fulton area, avail. immed. $575 5492502 lm_froese@yahoo.ca Lrg bright 2bdrm Easthill suite, own driveway c/w carport, jet tub, util/cable/internet incl. w/d & gas f/p, $950/mo. NP, NS, March1, (250)545-8965 Lrge 1 bdrm basement suite, level entry, w/ fp, util incl, near golf course. Cats ok. $700. Avail immed.250-542-5652 Midway Vernon & Silver Star, Quiet location, self contained, 2 rooms, util, parking, n/s,n/p. $525. 250-542-8553.
Suites, Lower
Suites, Upper
Columbia Apartments Available March 1 25
Large 2 bedroom + den apartment Close to downtown. Seniors building. No Pets.
To view call
250-545-1519 MOVE IN INCENTIVES 1604 - 31st Street, Vernon • 1 or 2 Bedroom • Includes Heat, Water, Elevator, Parking and Coin Laundry • No Smoking
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Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments Walk to downtown From $733 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158 1bdrm DT, close to everything, spaceous, reno’d/quite $600/mo. (250)275-3137 1bdrm, East Hill available immediately hardwood flrs, n/s n/p. On site laundry, heat incl. 250-260-5870 1-bdrm, immaculate condo, 55+ community, secure u/g parking, $850, 250-540-7757 1bdrm, new paint & flooring, quiet convenient location near Schubert Center. Includes cable TV, parking, f/s, n/s, 50+, $620. Call 250-309-3763 1 bedroom, Upper Unit, No Dogs, No Smoking. Available Now. $600 plus hydro. Call Heidi 250-550-5832 2bdrm 1bath, NS, close to Downtown, sm. pet ok, $850 +hydro. 250-307-6174 2 Bdrm Apartment in Quiet Building near Hospital. F/S incl, no pets, utilities extra, $695/mth Tel: (250) 308-8500 2-bdrm Royal Anne, opposite Schubert. Elevator. Small pet okay. Seniors, NS $740. includes heat. 250-545-6810. 2BD, Top Floor, Mountainview Place in Vernon. Newly reno’d. Avail Now. $850+util. 250-7640570
CALL ABOUT RENT INCENTIVES 1bdrm, 1bdrm + den, f/s, d/w, a/c, balcony, secure prkg, adult oriented, n/p. 250-545-5773 CENTURY MANOR/EMBERS 1 bdrm - close to downtown & Schubert, Heat included; N/S; N/P; Seniors. 250-275-8066 RICKFORD MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm 38th Street & 27th Avenue; N/P; N/S; Adults. 250-275-8066 NEW 2 BR, 2 Bath Condo for RENT in Vernon, avail. immed. Sec. heated U/G parking, storage locker, elevator, d/w, A/C, stainless appl., private W&D. $1100/month. 250545-2834. NS suite, pets negotiable.
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4800sqft. Upstairs Office Space with Elevator 2900 30th Ave. (250)545-1733 Retail Space in Armstrong, 1220sqft. Medical/Dental/Spa Call for details. (250)764-8323 Up to 5000 sq ft of shop, warehouse, office space for lease, Hwy frontage, large yard. (250)306-3203
Duplex / 4 Plex 1610 45th St Lg 2bdrm + den in-suite laundry, n/s, family oriented buildg, prkg, storage, no-dogs, newly painted, av/now $800+hydro 547-6060 2BDRM Easthill, daylight walkout suite, priv entry & laundry, F/S, W/D, G F/P, carport, N/S, N/dogs, $800. +shared util. Avail March 1. 250-550-6500. 2bdrm in quiet 4plex, fenced yard, w/d h-p,cat ok, no dogs, Alexis Park area, $825. + util. 250-542-4310, 250-308-9738 2 Bdrm, laundry hook-ups, D/ W, $800. Available Now. Small animals okay. N/S 250-5505832 2BDRM suite in 4plex, level entry, newly reno’d, close to Multiplex. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P. Avail.March 1 $900/mo. +util. 250-545-4461 250-503-7296 3709 24 Ave. Vernon, D-unit 2bdrm, huge yard, $800/mo. 250-549-3634, 250-490-1530
Misc for Rent Lavington/Coldstream area, sep. 2 bdrm suite on acreage, cozy & clean, fs, wd, ns, $800 incl. all util. & full cable, Refs. req., dd, 250-503-2546
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Enderby, clean quiet 1 & 2 bdrm, Laundry facility. 250308-9299 LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788
3-bdrm mobile with 500sqft. edition on Poultry farm, in Enderby, $950/mo Hydro incl, (250)804-6361,250-838-0008 In Lumby 2 bdrm, gas heat, f/s, w/d, $650. Phone Tom at 250-503-7044 In Vernon 3-bdrm, f/s, w/d, gas heat n/p, $850/mo, $425 DD, Tom (250)503-7044
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Belmonte Apartments, new mgmt, reno’d 1bdrm. 30yrs+ seniors welcome. 250-307-0937.
VERNON (ARMSTRONG)- recently updated 3 bdrm, inclds F/S, W/D, available now, clean, quiet family oriented park. N/S, No dogs! $750mo + D/D. 250-546-0612 to view.
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VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon OK LANDING 3 bdrm farm house on acreage, loads of room, shed, close to airport. Available March 1. $1100/mo. Sorry, NS, small pet okay. OK LANDING 3 bdrm condo across from Buy Low, F.S., D/W, W.D., F.P., summer swimming pool, includes large TV. Available immediately. $1000/mo.
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• 2 bdrm lower suite in Foothills. New home, great views, covered deck, 2 full baths, good space, nice finishing, 5 appliances, utilities included. $1,100. • 2 bdrm executive townhome overlooking OK Lake. Private beach access, 35 ft boat slip at dock, double garage, 2 full baths, all appliances. Flight of stairs up to townhome. 1 year lease preferred. $1700. Available Apr 1.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 3 bdrm upper suite in Alexis Park. Large rooms, 5 appliances, shared laundry & yard. Full wraparound deck, garage storage. $1050. • 3 bdrm renovated large home on very private treed 4 acres. Large 220 workshop, 3 baths, 2 carport, deck, wood & force air heat, 5 appliances. $2000. 1*, 4 bed superb fully furnished and equipped Silver Star ski chalet. April 1 to Oct 31, $1290. pm ianaheath@yahoo.ca 1*, 5 BED superb fully furnished and equipped Silver Star ski Chalet. April 1 to Oct 31 $2200 pm ianaheath@yahoo.ca 2-bdrm, 1-bath, F/S, W/D, n/s, fenced yard, close to Seaton, $1250 util/incl, Avail Feb 15. Rent to start Mar 1, 250-549-3632 2bdrm, f/s, w/d hook-up, fenced yard, 4221 29th St. $900./mo (250)306-3809 2bdrm house in Enderby-1906-George St.,Newly reno’d, avail now, 3bdrm basement suite, avail Feb 29. Both on 1 acre. Bachelor suite, avail now. 3504-25 Ave,Vernon, 3bdrm bsmt suite, Mission Hill, Avail/now, 250-549-6554, 250372-4842
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1-BDRM,Armstrong, Private entrance, Kitchen w F/S, Full bath, NS/NP, avail immed $550 + utils 250-503-7092 1bdrm avail Mar 1, Upper Mission, n/s, small pets $600./incl util. (250)545-6515 1bdrm & Den, East Hill, clean, spacious, laundry, heat & electricity incl, $685. 250-260-0253 1-bdrm,Lumby, new 1000sqft, 6 app, Cable & Wireless Internet, $700/mo all util/incl, Contact Ryan @ 250-351-4450
1BDRM newly reno’d $700 util/incl Sep entry & driveway Shared w/d, n/s, n/p Avail Mar 1 MUST SEE!!!!!! Call 250-308-6111 1-bdrm suite, $650 incl, util/furniture/Cable, Downtown, (250)549-0644 1 bdrm suite for rent newly reno’d bsmt with new appliances. Util/incl. $800. NS/NP. Contact eshiwa@shaw.ca 1-bdrm, util, internet & t.v. incl, w/d, sep driveway, $725, Avail Mar 1. (250)503-1931 1-bdrm, walkout suite, on 8acres, in Coldstream, w/d, f/p, pet ok, $650 util/incl, Avail now 250-308-8138 1-bed Harwood suite for one person. Shared laundry, N/S, N/P. $675. 250-308-7267 2bdrm, 1-bath, basement suite, Private laundry, near Alexis Park school, $900/mo, util/incl, (250)308-8845 2bdrm, 1bath, level entry,a/c close to Fulton, n/s, n/p n/parties $850incl/utils Mature people. Avail now. 250-558-3090 2-BDRM, Armstrong, with laundry, newly reno’d., ns, np, $750 util/incl, Avail Immed 250-546-3309, 250-306-4356 2-bdrm bsmt suite, clean, lrg yard, cable, W/D, n/p, n/s, $720.util incl . (250)260-0841 2bdrm + den, Coldstream, large, bright, level entry suite, fenced yard, patio, f/p, laundry, n/s, no dogs, $950+util, (250)309-5212 2bdrm, lvl entry in 4plex. N/P. $870 Utils/ laundry incl. Mar 1. 250-545-2239
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We have seen some very low mortgage rates advertised & we wonder what we should know prior to making a decision to lock into a mortgage term? Having a great low interest rate is important of course, but you will need to know the actual “terms & conditions” of the Mortgage itself. And example of this is the prepayment penalty & how it is calculated. You should always obtain a copy of the Standard Mortgage terms prior to signing any mortgage document. As there are a variety of ways that Lenders calculate the penalties, & often every Bank/Lender does it differently. Here are some key terms to look for: • Full prepayment penalties are based upon the best discounted rate available for the remaining term. • The mortgage is portable to a new home (if you relocate can you take the mortgage with you without penalty?) • The mortgage may be assumed by a purchaser without penalty (subject to approval) • All other extra payments you can make: 15%-25% of the original mortgage amount is normal, double up payments and increasing payments by 15-25%. Be careful when you see these: • IRD is always payable (Interest rate differential) • Prepayment penalty is calculated based upon the DISCOUNT you were granted when taking out the mortgage (penalties are increased using this method) • Mortgage is closed for term, except on sale of the property • A reinvestment fee is also payable in addition to interest penalty. • One year interest penalty is applicable on payout of the mortgage The Bank of Canada is working on standardizing prepayment penalties to all Lenders, until this happens all consumers need to obtain the Standard Mortgage Terms to ensure they understand the costs. E&O/OAC
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Why would I want to do a cleanse and what does it involve?
Cleansing is a way to rejuvenate our organs of elimination, give our digestive systems a break & increase our health & energy. Many common health concerns, such as headaches, PMS, joint pain, IBS & fatigue can be lessened or even eliminated by doing a cleanse. Cleansing is usually focused on the liver, the kidneys & the gut. There are many ways of cleansing, but the most common and simple way is to eat a whole food ‘clean’ diet for 2-3 weeks & eliminate foods such as dairy & wheat products, red meat, alcohol, coffee & sugar. These aggravating foods are typically harder to digest & require more processing by the liver & kidneys. By eliminating these foods for 2-3 weeks, we give our bodies a break & a chance to heal themselves. While cleansing, it’s also a good idea to take supportive supplements to further enhance liver, kidney & digestive system function. Cleansing is typically recommended 1-2 times per year, usually in the fall and the spring. Naturopathic Doctors are trained to design a cleansing program tailored especially to you & your health concerns.
250-545-0103 • 3105 - 36th Ave, Vernon www.BalanceNaturalHealthClinic.ca This article is for information purposes and is not meant to replace the advice of your physician. Please seek medical care as appropriate.
Samantha Plovie Feng Shui Practitioner
Physiotherapist
Q: A:
What are the fees for physiotherapy?
The private fee for physiotherapy is $6000 for the initial visit & $5500 for subsequent visits. Medical Services Plan may cover a portion of the fee depending on your income. MSP will pay a maximum of 10 visits per calendar year. The initial patient paid fee is $3700 & subsequent visits would be $3000. If you have extended medical coverage, you pay the private fee up front & then submit your receipts to your extended health provider & they reimburse you directly. If you are coming in for physiotherapy due to a motor vehicle accident with an ICBC claim, the user fee is $2000. If you are injured at work & have been approved for physiotherapy Work Safe BC will cover full costs of your visits.
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Q: A:
Why is Chinese New Year not January 1st?
January 1st - December 31st is the ‘Gregorian’ calendar and Pope Gregory XIII first mandated it in 1582. It was in use for hundreds of years before this, but had many inaccuracies. In Feng Shui we use the ‘Solar’ calendar, as it is far more accurate in placing the seasonal points of each year. The Solar year begins on a day we call “Li Chun,” known as “Beginning of Spring” and usually falls on February 4th. At this point the Sun enters 15 Aquarius and the Great Dipper points to the East. The Solar calendar uses dates that indicate the position of the earth in its revolution around the sun (the apparent position of the sun moving on the celestial sphere). The Solar calendar is more accurate as it wasn’t designed to ‘fit’ anyone’s rules: it is how the earth orbits the sun.
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012 - The Morning Star A39
HUNDREDS CASH IN AT ROADSHOW !! 4 DAYS REMAIN We are pleased to give you an opportunity to showcase your wonderful items, at no cost! We continuously travel across Canada to educate people about their antiques and collectibles.
We represent thousands of collectors worldwide who are all W looking for a variety of collectibles!
Welcome to the Roadshow! On behalf of everyone here at the Roadshow, we would like to express how excited we are to be here in Vernon. During our tour of Southern Ontario, we have seen an abundance of unique items coming into our shows. The history of this country never ceases to amaze us, as local citizens have continuously brought us extraordinary treasures that we have purchased. We invite everyone to bring in their items, free of charge, and sit down with an expert and have them examined. We are looking to purchase a variety ofAntiques, Collectibles, and Precious Metals (Gold, Sterling Silver, Coins with Silver Content). We are expecting to see hundreds of people walk through our doors during this event, and we are looking forward to writing hundreds of cheques! We look forward to seeing you at the Roadshow! Roadshow Staff
ITEMS WE MAKE AN OFFER ON MAY INCLUDE COINS
SCRAP GOLD
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Any coins before 1967 Including Silver Dollars, Half Dollars, Quarters, Dimes, Half Dimes, Nickels, Large Cents, and all others. As well as gold and collectible coins.
BBroken k Gold, G ld Used U d Jewelry, J l any missing pieces (Earrings, Charms, Gold Links, etc.), Dental Gold, Class Rings, Charm Bracelets, etc.
WWI WWI, WWII WWII, Warr Medals Medals, Meda Med Swords, Daggers, Civil War Memorabilia, etc.
Toy Cars
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Sterling Stter erliling ngg SSilver illve ilve verr Tea Tea Sets SSeeets
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FREE ADMISSION & APPRAISAL Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre 3914-32nd Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T-5P1 Directions: Located on northwest corner of 32nd Street and 39th Avenue
Any generous donation given during the promotion period† to the th Heart and Stroke Foundation will be matched dollar for dollar by the Great Canadian Roadshow up to a maximum of $50,000 received in donations. The Great Canadian Roadshow reserves the right to further match any or all donations exceeding the aforementioned amount of $50,000.
For Information Call: 1-800-746-0902 February 14th – February 18th Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
†March 1, 2011 to February 28, 2012 ™The Heart and Stroke Foundation Logo is a trademark of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada and is used under license. The Heart and Stroke Foundation thanks the Great Canadian Roadshow for its generous support. This is not an endorsement.
HUNDREDS CASH IN AT THE ROADSHOW IN VERNON! 4 DAYS LEFT! By: Michael Ross Great Canadian Roadshow Staff Writer
After a successful start in Vernon, the roadshow is only here for
4 more days! So you better search through your attics and basements, go through your lock boxes and jewellery, because you may be sitting on a small fortune and not evenknow it! Roadshow experts are here to examine all your antiques, collectibles, gold, and silver.
“We have noticed a substantial increase in the amountof precious metals such as gold and silver coming to the Roadshow, which makes sense considering how high it’s currently trading at.” During our show in Midland, a woman came in with a jewelry box that she had just inherited from her late aunt. “I don’t wear jewelry,” explained Cheryl Barnes, “so it was an easy decision to come down to the Roadshow to sell it”. She was very excited when she was able to walk away with a cheque for over $2,100 for jewelry she was never going to wear anyways. Expert Cliff Edwards explains, “We have noticed a substantial increase in the amount of precious metals such as gold and silver
coming to the Roadshow,which makes sense considering how high it’s currently trading at. He added,“ The Roadshow is great because it puts money in people’s pockets, especially during such hard times. Lots of items that are just sitting around collecting dustin basements and jewelry boxes can be exchanged for money, on the spot! ” At another Roadshow event, a woman walked in with a tin full of hundreds of old coins that were given to her as a young child by her grandfather. She finally decided to come in to the Roadshow and see what he had given her. She was ecstatic to learn she had coins dating back to the late 1800’s, some of which were extremely rare. Roadshow consultant Raymond Flack explains “We had uncovered an 1871 Queen Victoria 50 Cent piece, valued at over $2,000!! She also had a nice assortment of coins that were not rare dates, but she was able to sell them for their silver content”. All in all, Roadshow customer Linda Donaldson was able to cash in with $4,500! “I’m so happy,” Linda explains, “I never would have thought that my old tin of coins was worth so much! I can finally afford to renovate my kitchen.” Raymond Flack continued, “Canadian coins prior to 1967, and American coins prior to 1964 are all made with silver, and we
See you at the Roadshow!
have noticed a large increase of customers coming to the Roadshow with coins and cashing them in for their silver value.” Experts at the Roadshow will evaluate and examine your items, FREE OF CHARGE, as well as educate you on them. The Roadshow sees hundreds of people during a one week event, and they have been travelling across Canada to different cities and towns, searching for your forgotten treasures. “I’m so happy,” Linda explains, “I never would have thought that my old tin of coins was worth so much! I can finally afford to renovate my kitchen.” A man brought in a 1950’s Marx Tin Toy Robot, in fairly good condition, still in its original box. We were able to locate a collector for that specific toy within minutes, and that gentleman went home with over $700 for his Toy Robot and a few other small toys. So whether you have an old toy car, a broken gold chain, or a Barbie sitting in the he closet, bring it down to the Roadshow, wee will take a look at it for FREE and it could put money in your pocket!
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