Kelowna Capital News, March 27, 2012

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KELOWNA ROCKETS will be looking to get back into their WHL playoff series against Portland Winterhawks on home ice for Games 3 and 4.

COLUMNIST Robert Smithson says the era of big unions may be less relevant to the Canadian workplace in today’s economic and government regulated workplace.

KELOWNA naval veteran Daniel Proulx has been given recognition as an outstanding member of the Royal Canadian Naval Association, the third local resident to receive that honour.

ALISTAIR WATERS says an Appeal Court’s ruling in Ontario just made the world’s oldest profession a little easier to practice.

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Marina deal made with developer

Alistair Waters

ASSISTANT EDITOR

Hailing it as a potential major draw for downtown, Kelowna city council has approved plans for a $3.2-million, privately funded pubic marina and pier at the foot of Queensway.

The project, to be built by Edmonton’s Westcorp.

Properties Inc., will feature a 120-metre long public pier with a large breakwater/viewing deck at the end, moorage for 45 pleasure boats and separate moorage for seven commercial vessels, and a fueling and potable water station.

In return for the 15-year lease and an option for another five-year term after that, as well as a $200,000 contribution from the city, Westcorp would build, maintain and operate the marina and pier and collect any revenues generated by it.

“I’m very excited about this,” said Coun. Luke Stack, echoing the sentiments from other councillors that the project has been a long time in coming.

Stack said he believes it will be as big a draw in the summer for locals and visitors to the downtown as the public skating rink is in nearby Stuart Park in the winter.

His colleague Coun. Robert Hobson agreed, saying he was glad to see the contract went to a company that already owns property in the area, meaning it will have a vested interest in ensuring a quality development.

Westcorp was the company behind the failed CD-21 zone plan for the redevelopment of the area around the foot of Bernard Avenue three years ago.

It has property adjacent to the proposed marina location that it wants to develop.

The city has wanted to have a marina and public pier built on the lakeshore downtown for several years and Coun. Colin Basran said such a project was long overdue. “It’s hard to believe that a city by the lake doesn’t have a facility like this already,” Basran said.

But while the marina will include slips for commercial boats, one long-time lakeshore resident will not be included.

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birthday, Mollica held a fundraising event for the society, which she claims helped pull her out of the “depths of despair.”

▼ ELIZABETH FRY SOCIETY

Birthday an expression of gratitude Wade Paterson STAFF REPORTER

One year ago, Zanie Mollica wanted her life to end.

Thanks to the Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society, that didn’t happen.

“I was in the depths of despair, ready to end my life. I had nobody; I had nothing,” said Mollica.

“I’m celebrating my gratitude for the women who picked me up

when I was down and fluttered their angel wings until I could stand. And they’re still there, pushing me on.”

Mollica, who is a victim of violent sexual abuse, said that volunteers from the society helped her out of her lowest point.

“They counseled me, supported me and called me after hours to make sure I had taken my medicine. They gave me the life that I have today.”

As an offering of her grati-

tude, Mollica decided to share her 55th birthday with the society.

She organized a dinner and dance event at Lakeview Heights Community Hall on Saturday— all proceeds from the event went to help the Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society.

Mollica said that between 50 and 75 people attended the event.

According to Mollica, the society is in “desperate need” of funds.

“I’m ever so grateful for any

awareness, any financial support, anything that anybody will give.”

Mollica said that she hopes one day there is no longer a need for the Elizabeth Fry Society or any other women’s support groups.

“I wish we could return to a society where we treat each other with respect. My goal in life is to teach people that we’re all the same, to respect each other and to respect the earth that we live in.” wpaterson@kelownacapnews.com

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ZANIE MOLLICA (left) stands beside Allie Grey, a resource centre facilitator with the Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society. For her 55th

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NEWS ▼ KELOWNA

No moorage for the Fintry Queen in new marina development their proposals. The paddlewheeler, which for years plied the waters of the lake as a tourist ship and floating restaurant, has been tied up at its berth off Kerry Park for several years.

Under a court-ordered attempt to sell the ship, large debts are owed to

Public Notice PUBLIC HEARING

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cember and for it to be complete by next April in time for the 2013 boating season. In order for that to happen, approvals must be granted for the work by both the province and the federal government. Gibbs said getting those approvals could take time.

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Official Community Plan Amendment: To change the Future Land Use Designation for portions of the subject property from the Multiple Unit Residential (Low Density) designation to the Single/Two Unit Residential (Hillside) designation and from the Single/ Two Unit Residential (Hillside) designation to the Multiple Unit Residential (Low Density) designation (See Map “A”) Requested zoning change: To change portions of the subject property from the RM3 – Low Density Multiple Housing zone to the RU6 – Two Dwelling Housing zone and from the RU1hs – Large Lot Housing (Hillside Area) with Secondary Suite zone to the RM3 – Low Density Multiple Housing zone. (See Map “B”) Owner/Applicant: Melcor Lakeside Inc.

Notice is given that City Council will hold a public hearing on: Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 6pm Kelowna City Hall, 1435 Water Street Council Chambers

buy the Fintry Queen but the courts rejected that offer. If the Fintry Queen has to be removed, the city would take it to a docking point in Sutherland Bay. Meanwhile, plans for the marina call for construction to start in De-

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the city for outstanding moorage bills and to the former owner who holds a mortgage on the ship.

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NEWS ▼ CRIME

Biting mad drunk man sinks his teeth into two police officers A seemingly drunk Kelowna man got spitting mad Sunday night, sending two police officers to the hospital in the process.

Mounties started dealing the 40-yearold after they allegedly saw him screaming at people on Queensway, off Water Street, just after 10 p.m. Sunday.

“Upon further investigation into his behaviour, it was determined by the officer that the man was intoxicated,” said Const. Kris Clark, explaining that prompted them to stop him from making a disturbance.

“During the arrest, the man bit the RCMP member on the arm and would not let go.”

At that time a passer-by intervened

and came to the aid of the officer being chewed on, helping them get out of the attacker’s grip.

“While being placed into the back of a police transport, the man then spat blood into the face of an assisting officer,” said Clark.

Both officers received treatment to ensure they wouldn’t contract diseases from the man, who is now facing multiple potential charges of assaulting a peace officer, obstruction and causing a disturbance.

“We don’t know if this man has any diseases and that will likely be one of the conditions we will be requesting that he be tested so the officers can be treated accordingly,” he said.

DOUG FARROW/CONTRIBUTOR

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Airport passenger mark records broken again Court ruling raises questions ▼ PROSTITUTION

Vehicle parking fees at the airport are set to go up effective April 2.

Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

Kelowna’s airport is continuing to set records.

Passenger numbers at Kelowna International Airport (YLW) reached record-breaking levels, with January and February 2012 becoming the busiest for those respective months in YLW history.

There was a 2.04 per cent increase over January 2011 and 6.22 per cent increase over February 2011.

According to the airport, those totals jumpstarted the year with an overall increase of 9,865 passengers (4.08 per cent) over 2011s year-to-date numbers.

In other airport news, the winter flight schedule to Mexico, Las Vegas and

Phoenix will stop at the end of April, except for weekly service to Mazatlan, which Sunwing Airlines/Signature Tours will continue to offer until May 15. And domestic air service to and from Red Deer, Alta., with Northwestern Air starts every Friday and Sunday as of April 20.

Daily flights will also be available to Toronto once again starting in May when Air Canada returns to daily service from the current weekend service.

But there will also be fee increases starting next month at YLW. As announced in the fall, vehicle parking fees will increase, effective April 2, with the first 15 minutes of parking in the short-tem lot remaining free but the first hour

or part of an hour jumping to $1.25 and each following hour or part of an hour jumping to $2.25 to a maximum of $15 per 24hour period.

Frequent travellers can buy gold passes for $800 for six months of parking.

The rates in the longterm lot will move to $1.25 per hour or part of an hour (including the first 15 minutes) to a maximum of $10 per day and a weekly maximum rate of $50. The first 15 minutes will also be free in that lot.

Curbside parking meters at the airport will cost $1.50 per 30 minutes.

But there is one fee that is being eliminated.

The airport is dropping its $1 charge for use of luggage carts in the terminal effective April 2.

For more information about Kelowna’s airport, go to ylw.kelowna.ca. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Kelowna’s street based sexworkers may be encouraged to ply their trade in a safer environment following a top court ruling on prostitution, says an area outreach worker.

“It sure would open the door and give a reason for them to get off the streets,” said Angle Lohr, of HOPE Outreach.

The Ontario Appeal court ruled Monday that brothels and indoor sex workers should be able to hire security, drivers and other employees without facing charges of living off the avails of prostitution.

Not being given the right to do so, ruled the court, puts unconstitutional restrictions on prostitutes’ ability to protect themselves.

The ruling has been criticized for upholding laws against street “soliciting” or “communicating,” but Lohr is “optimistic” that it could help some who make their living by being “exploited by someone” make a transition that would allow them to be self sufficient.

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women she meets It would actually from using prostibe ideal if more were tution as a means of available, she said, supporting themnoting that it would ALL THE GIRLS selves. turn the focus on Night-in, nightwomen’s clients.

WE SEE ARE out, Lohr comes into “That’s what EXPLOITED ONE contact with the street needs to be focused WAY OR ANOTHER. entrenched women on…the people who Angle Lohr in downtown Keloware coming to soHOPE Outreach, na, offering service licit,” she said. information and perOverall, however, sonal care supplies. the most important She learns the storchange coming out of ies of those who are forced onto the Monday’s ruling may be in public streets in desperation, using prosti- perception. tution as a means to feed addictions, ‘”Maybe people’s eyes are openor just put food on the table. ing to all that’s happening with sex “All the girls we see are exploited trade workers,” she said, in referone way or another,” she said. ence to the Highway of Tears and “A lot of them are on disability the Pickton case. making their rent through prostitu“Something needs to be put in tion. place to help these girls.”

“We have single moms trying Although the Ontario case has to feed their children, and there are direct application to that province, lots of girls who work indoors and it will affect B.C. and is expected to get solicitation through the (classi- eventually go to the Supreme Court fieds).” of Canada.

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NEWS

City’s reputation takes a beating Kathy Michaels STAFF REPORTER

An Ontario man in Kelowna studying to become a commercial diver, is in a medically induced coma struggling to come back from injuries incurred during a random beating.

Video surveillance footage from the downtown bar O’Flannigan’s— outside where the attack took place—shows the 34-

year-old walking by several men around 2 a.m. Sunday morning, when things went seriously awry.

At least three men started attacking the man, whose name has yet to be released.

He eventually goes unconscious, yet the beating doesn’t stop until a police officer goes by and breaks it up, sending the assailants running. “We have video surveillance that shows it’s

unprovoked,� said Const.

Kris Clark, stressing that the investigation into the attack is still in its infancy. “This was a very violent and tragic assault which appeared to have been unprovoked.�

Instructors and students at Diving Dynamics, where the victim has been studying for the last seven weeks, are reeling from the tragic turn of events. “During the academic

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portion of his training this gentleman would show up at 7:30 a.m. to meet me here before class to go over operations‌he did not miss a day,â€? said Vern Johnston, owner of Diving Dynamics. “He found a passion and it’s been taken away from him.â€?

Johnston has been in hospital to see his student, saying that although he’s in the medically induced coma, chances for recovery are quite strong.

His view of Kelowna, however, is shaken. “This really is a human tragedy,� he said. “Our school would like to make sure young people in Kelowna aren’t naive about how downtown Kelowna is—it’s dangerous.�

The suspects scattered but were apprehended shortly thereafter. Rick Dennis, 26, and Daniel Orge, 27, have been charged with aggravated assault and remain in custody. A third 25 year old is also in custody.

All three suspects are scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday.

The victim is in critical condition. His mother is flying here from Ottawa to be with him.

Police are asking if anyone has any information that they call the RCMP office at 250-7623300.

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Rescue crews reach stranded snowmobilers Kathy Michaels STAFF REPORTER

Two Kelowna men whose Okanagan snowmobiling adventure went awry Sunday, appear to be in good shape despite being stuck outdoors for nearly 18 hours. “Search and Rescue are with them now,� said Const. Kris Clark, noting the duo were located by RCMP Helicopter Air 3 early Monday morning.

Difficult conditions inhibited the helicopter from landing, but co-ordinates were gathered and sent to ground rescue crews who made contact hours later.

“Both are in good condition and will be brought out of the mountains in short order,� said Clark.

The two men embarked on the potentially ill-fated snowmobiling adventure in the area between Little White and Myra Canyon sometime around 5 p.m., Sunday, and it was just a few hours later when they managed to get stuck in the snow.

Using text messages, the pair told family of their predicament, and the Mounties were contacted as well.

In time the mobile went dead, but not before rescue crews were given

a good idea where the men may be and how they were faring. “From all indications, it seems they are used to snowmobiling and prepared if something went wrong,� said Clark, adding that they may have had a small supply of food and the equipment required to stay warm.

Although he didn’t have a tally, Clark pointed out it’s not the first time rescue crews have been deployed to deal with lost snowmobilers, noting most who venture out in these conditions are well aware of the terrain. kmichaels@kelownacapnews.com

Downtown rally to stage protest about robo-call allegations In response to Democracy Canada’s call for a second day of action to protest voter suppression in last year’s federal election, Kelowna residents are asked to gather outside The Sails in downtown Kelowna at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

A previous day of action protest on March 11 saw people from 32 cities in Canada converge to call for a public inquiry into the robo-call affair.

In Kelowna, the second Get Fraud Out of Parliament rally will cross over in time and place with a Costs of War peace gathering organized by the Kelowna Peace Group. Organizers of each event see an obvious affinity between those who seek justice and those who seek peace.

The peace gathering is, like the pro-

test rally, the second event of its kind to fall within the month of March. On March 3, peace activists gathered at The Sails to call for peace in the Middle East.

With the robo-call controversy, 31,000 Canadians have reported irregularities in the last election, and 700 incidents are under investigation by Elections Canada.

Jean-Pierre Kingsley, a former chief electoral officer at Elections Canada, has called the scope of the illegal robo-calls unprecedented and says that jail time should definitely be considered if the allegations can be proven. According to a recent Postmedia News poll, 75 per cent of Canadians support a call for an independent inquiry with judicial powers to look into the robo-call affair.

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NEWS ▼ FOOD INDUSTRY

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of $30,000, with one participant making $275,000.

Funds to get this off the ground come in part from the annual Feast of Fields held in the Okanagan the past three years, as well as from sponsor Can-

diverse groups in the same room, so this will be an opportunity for growers, buyers and distributors to talk to each other,” she added.

Prior to the event, participants will receive a list of all those who will be attending, so they can decide ahead of time if they want to meet certain people or businesses during the day.

The idea is to attract those in the food industry from all around the valley, and Vincent expects this will become an annual event, as it has elsewhere it’s been held.

Such events can not only reduce our food miles, but also have a significant impact on the local economy, by encour-

aging the circulation of money within the valley.

She hopes this will build the backbone for a buy-local economy in the Okanagan-Similkameen.

It’s set for Monday, April 16, at the Westbank Community Hall, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and all smallscale, regional food producers and buyers are invited to attend with the idea of growing both local food production and consumption.

Participants must register by April 9 at 5 p.m., at a cost of $50, by going to www.getlocalbc.org There’s also more information available at that website. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

started volunteering putting the captain’s kits together and putting up posters.

“Now they help with the daffodil sales and door to door canvassing in the community.

“Spending a few hours of family time canvassing on a fine spring evening can be a way to teach important community values to your children; to pass on the legacy of volunteerism and giving back to the community.”

Kelowna resident and past Canadian Cancer Society volunteer Jean Dangerfield started canvassing in 1996.

“I was asked by a neighbour to help out and thought it would be a great way to meet people in my community,” said Dangerfield. “When I knocked on my neighbours’ doors, wasn’t just about asking for donations—it was about sharing stories. People appreciated the information we left behind.

“For me, every year there was another reason to volunteer; so many of us are touched by cancer, whether it’s friends or family. This was my way giving back to the community through a very worthwhile cause.”

The society is asking Okanagan residents to join the fight this April and donate some time to the daffodil campaign.

“It’s not just about donations, it’s about letting your neighbours know what services the society has to support them on their cancer journey, ” Sarsons said.

To sign up as a cancer society canvasser next month, call Jacqueline Salvino at 250-7626381 or email jsalvino@ bc.cancer.ca.

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Notice Of Public Open House NORTH CLIFTON AREA STRUCTURE PLAN You’re Invited to the North Clifton Area Structure Plan Open House

A revamped permanent radio exhibit will be unveiled at the Okanagan Heritage Museum on Saturday, March 31.

Radio experts will be on hand to answer any questions and to teach everyone about the wonderful world of radio from noon until 4 p.m. The heritage museum is located at 470 Queensway Ave. For more information call Lindsay Canning at -250- 763-2417.

When: Thursday March 29, 2012 3.30pm – 7.30pm Location: St. David’s Presbyterian Church, 271 Snowsell Street Kelowna, BC (next to the Glenmore Road bypass) Purpose: The purpose of the Public Open House is to provide an opportunity for area residents to comment on the proposed North Clifton Area Structure Plan. Interested members of the public are invited to drop by anytime from 3.30pm-7.30pm to review background information and provide comments prior to the development of the ASP. Both the developer and managing consultant will be present to answer questions.

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Sarsons remembers going door to door with her mother many years ago when she was a little girl in support of the cancer society, a tradition she has carried on with her own family—both her children and grandchildren.

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The Okanagan’s food industry—growers, distributors, processors and buyers—are all invited to gather in one room in April to meet each other and make money.

Meet Your Maker Okanagan is a project of the non-profit Farm Folk/ City Folk, which has organized similar events in the Vancouver area for the last five years, with growing success, explains Jennifer Vincent, Okanagan events coordinator for FFCF. On average, she says each participant makes six new connections at these events in Vancouver, and make an average

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A moderated panel will discuss ‘from farm to fork: building a sustainable supply chain.’

“The event will walk a fine line between a trade show and a conference,” explained Vincent.

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Civil forfeiture grants support local organizations The seized proceeds from unlawful activities will benefit six organizations in the Kelowna area.

Civil forfeiture grants handed out by the province to local area groups will total $243,300.

A record of $5.5 million in grants has been awarded to various groups and organizations around the province during the latest round of grants.

The organizations in the Kelowna area that will receive grants include: • Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society ($5,000) • Okanagan Boys & Girls Club ($206,100)

• RCMP Kelowna ($5,900) • RCMP E Division Commercial Crime ($8,600) • RCMP South East District Drug Services ($6,700) • RCMP South East District Drug Services ($11,000) With the support of the grant, the Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society will help communities coordinate a cross-sector response to highest-risk domestic violence cases.

The Okanagan Boys & Girls Club will introduce the Youth Empowerment Through Employ-

ment—From the Street to a Job program. The goals of this program are to reduce and prevent gang involvement.

RCMP Kelowna will use the funding for a GPS tracking device to assist in auto-theft investigations.

RCMP E Division Commercial Crime will use the funding for software that allows the extraction of information from mobile devices seized from drug and gang offenders.

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NEWS With more than 600 runners taking part in next Sunday’s annual Okanagan College Marathon and 10K running race from 9 a.m. to noon, motorists will be impacted. Intermittent closures will be in effect for eastbound traffic between 7:55 to 8:30 a.m. on Raymer Avenue from Campus Way to Richter, and to southbound traffic on Ethel Street from Raymer to Glenwood. Traffic control personnel will also direct traffic along the route.

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Adding new eBook offerings With the ever-increasing interest and demand in eBooks, the Okanagan Regional Library has added over 1,400 new titles to its digital book collection free to all library members in the region.

The ORL had been part of a consortium of B.C. libraries that shared in a collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks called “Library to Go,� but changes to the software distributor’s contract required the ORL to start its own collection called “ORL eBooks.�

Access to both collections of digital books can be found on the ORL’s homepage www.orl.bc.ca by clicking on the Library to Go or ORL eBooks buttons.

The new ORL eBooks collection includes 1,380 titles of digital eBooks that can be read on compatible computers, eReader devices, and mobile smart phones, and 47 eAudiobooks that can be listened to through an mp3 player.

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Local MLAs were in a giving mood on Saturday.

Early in the day, Westside-Kelowna MLA Ben Stewart announced that the Central Okanagan Regional District (CORD) would receive $80,000 from the B.C. Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development’s community recreation program.

The money is to help fund a project to implement phase two of the Westshore Estates Community Park project by developing a slow-pitch field and soccer field.

Stewart said the community seemed “genuinely surprised” about the announcement.

“We were able to give them a boost,” said Stewart. “Along with our $80,000, the regional district is putting up $20,000.

“So they’re going to be able to complete a major amount of work.”

The project will serve a population of 1,205.

Early in the afternoon, Stewart joined Kelowna-Mission MLA Steve Thomson and KelownaLake Country MLA Norm Letnick in announcing a $200,000 grant to CORD to help improve the surface of walking trails in four regional parks.

CORD board chair Robert Hobson said the funding announcement is “integral to the success of the Regional District’s Trails to Health project.”

“This is a great opportunity for us to improve public health,” said Hobson.

Hobson said that the trail widening and improvements will take place in Mission Creek Park, Rose Valley Regional Park, lower Trepanier and Powers Creek.

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REGIONAL DISTRICT of the Central Okanagan board chair Robert Hobson (second from left) accepted a $200,000 provincial grant on Saturday from KelownaMission MLA Steve Thomson (left), Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick (second from right) and Westside-Kelowna MLA Ben Stewart. The money will go towards the improvement of walking trails in four regional parks. know where the trails are and we want the trails to stand up better to greater public use.”

CORD will also chip in $50,000 for the trail improvements.

Finally, the three MLAs announced that six organizations in the Kelowna area will benefit

from a total of $243,300 in Civil Forfeiture Grants.

The Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society with receive $5,000, the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club will receive $206,100, the Kelowna RCMP will receive $5,900, the RCMP E Division Commercial Crime

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he alarm has been raised that the federal government is about to turn the clock back on fisheries protection by about 35 years.

According to documents released by retired fisheries biologist Otto Langer and introduced in the House of Commons by New Westminster-Coquitlam MP Fin Donnelly last week, the government plans to strip habitat protection for fish in Section 35 of the Fisheries Act, effectively making creek and stream protection a thing of the past.

Documents produced by Langer indicate the government plans to remove a ban against activity that results in the “harmful alteration, disruption or disruption or destruction of fish habitat” and replacing it with a ban on activity that has an “adverse effect on a fish of economic, cultural or ecological value.”

While on the surface, it looks like the changes would protect fish, it’s not clear how, when fish rely on a healthy environment, ecosystem or habitat to

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thrive. If it can’t be proven that a species of fish has special value, then can the habitat—creek, river or stream—be legally destroyed? Many have heard stories of property owners who were prevented from subdividing because there’s a ditch in the way that sometimes has fish in it.

And there are times when it’s hard to understand the “economic” or “environmental” value of a creek or stream but lack of knowledge or understanding about how our water-

sheds work is the reason most of them were paved over, culverted or diverted in the 1960s and ‘70s, leaving us low fish returns today.

The idea that fish, and the rest of the planet, can be altered unless an economic argument can be made to save it, is shortsighted at best.

At worst, it ignores the web of life that even the youngest pre-schooler understands when they marvel at the abundant life in the tiny creek flowing in their neighbourhood.

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he world’s oldest profession would appear to be getting a little easier to practice in Canada thanks to an Appeal Court ruling out of Ontario.

There, the Appeal Court upheld a lower court ruling that the country’s ban on brothels is unconstitutional.

While the ruling is not likely to prompt the proliferation of brothels on every corner in the same way B.C.’s relaxation of alcohol sales made wine stores more popular here than Lindsay Lohan pictures to the paparazzi, it will likely be fought tooth and nail by the federal Conservative government.

These are the folks, after all, who

made it their lives’ CITY many of the associawork to stop mandatoted activities, such as CONFIDENTIAL ry registration of all communicating for the guns in this country. purposes of prostitutiImagine what they will on, operating a brothel do when they’re told and procuring the serit’s legally OK for Cavices of a prostitute for nadians to keep “bawAlistair another person, have, dy” houses.

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The court made its (The ban on communiruling based on concating was left in place cerns for the safety of those working by the court.) in the sex trade, noting that plying that The three women in Ontario who trade on the streets is inherently much brought the court challenge say the more dangerous than working current rules force prostitutes onto the indoors. street and that puts them in danger.

In Canada, the buying and selBut there should be little doubt ling of sex among adults is legal. But that prostitution can be a dangerous

job no matter where it takes place.

And, as unsavoury a subject as some in society may find it, that danger had to be addressed. And, it would appear that is what the lower court judge, and the Appeal Court justices in Ontario were trying to do.

The rights and wrongs of prostitution itself are another issue entirely.

While many would be loathed to admit it, we all sell ourselves— our brains, our brawn, out abilities—when we agree to work for someone else and get paid for it. Mix sex into the equation and people get squeamish.

But ultimately, what we bring to the table is what we can do. And in the

case of prostitutes, it’s their body. As long as it’s really their decision, freely made, they should be free to make it.

And to make a living doing it.

Where the problem lies is with coercion. No one should be forced to do anything by someone else. When they are, the full might of the law should be brought to bear on those doing the forcing, especially where minors are involved.

So it appears legalizing brothels could be a two-edged sword. On one hand, it could make it safer for prostitute; on the other it could help those forcing women into the trade to carry on business behind closed doors. awaters@keownacapnews.com

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Visitor disgruntled by parking ticket To the editor: I am writing this letter after a rather disturbing experience my husband and I had in the city of Kelowna.

We live in Armstrong and had an appointment with a specialist in a professional building on Richter Street.

We arrived in Kelowna to have lunch before our appointment. After we had our lunch we headed off to our appointment and arrived about 20 minutes early.

We parked in the parking lot attached to the professional building and decided to go for a walk around the block before our appointment as we had time to kill.

So, we parked the vehicle, got out and off for a quick walk around the block (about eight or 10 minutes) and then back for our appointment.

When our appointment was over and we went back to our ve-

hicle, there was a parking violation ticket under the windshield wiper.

We looked it over to see what it was about and were surprised to see it stated “vehicle occupant left the parking facility without the vehicle,” fine $33.60 if paid in 10 days, $56.00 after 10 days.

This was placed on our windshield within two minutes of us heading for our walk. The person watching did not approach us to say, “Hey, you can’t leave the parking lot” or ask, “Where are you going?”

They watched us leave (obviously did not see us come back very shortly) and promptly put the violation on our vehicle.

After we arrived back home, I sent off an email to the company (in Vancouver) explaining the situation and stating that as I did have business in the building and did not enter any other building.

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the fine. They told me I would have to prove this.

So, I sent them another email giving them the name of the specialist and the time of our appointment and seeing how they have someone right there in the building—and I live 40 miles away—they could check with said office.

They couldn’t be bothered and sent me another bill. So, again I emailed and again explained and told them to contact the office for verification. I have since been contacted by a collection agency about the outstanding amount.

Now, the last I checked, we live in a free country and going for a walk around the block was not an offence. I could see their point if we had parked here and then gone on to do business elsewhere, but such was not the fact.

So beware when parking in Kelowna parking lots, because

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Kelownanites and visitors to Kelowna take notice that a Vancouver-based company is monitoring your parking lots and they don’t give a damn other than to collect money.

Unfortunately for us, we must see this specialist every six months so we will have to go to Kelowna and park somewhere for our appointment.

But we will come to Kelowna, attend our appointment, and get the hell out of dodge without doing any extra shopping because we just can’t afford the expense.

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Most will agree there are enough empty land parcels in the area to be developed. One site shouldn’t consume all the potential. The builder wants to maximize their land and construction costs creating a profit, That’s fine, however, don’t expect current and future residents to suffer the air and light deficiency along with increased traffic and parking loads without sharing some of the costs.

Nowhere did I read where the developer offered to add, it was all profit driven needs that were addressed. Currently, there is a shortfall of parking space in the more recent buildings, so let’s not repeat these errors and reverse this unfortunate precedent.

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WE HAVE A KNOX MOUNTAIN TO VIEW. LET’S NOT CONSTRUCT ONE IN THE CITY CORE.

Making sufficient parking a priority and available so that the neighbourhood can breath and have reasonable traffic flow is imperative. Poor traffic flow only limits business and reduces residential quality of life.

Cawston was recently re-opened after a refreshing upgrade that is not friendly to vehicle traffic at Richter. Traffic of all sorts including pedestrian and wheeled people powered varieties now run the refreshed corridor.

If we look back in time at The Madison construction, the back lane was shut off for far too long creating a back lane hel-

ter skelter that affected the neighbourhood.

This back lane can’t be shut off, it is already an antiquated mish mash that has seen the city planners hide in shame.

Cawston is a single lane design and shouldn’t have the back lane construction traffic dumped into it. If the developer still wants to squeeze their towers together for greater profit, they should be tasked to fund a public roadway between their towers. This would also allow the developer the chance to creatively open the back lane to possibly a commercial lane level use where in the past the lane space is simply ignored.

This lane space and public roadway could begin to bring foot traffic from Ellis through the mid-block library walkway to the building.

The new public roadway would initially aid

in reducing the effect of construction traffic and in the future alleviate traffic load on the already narrow and unruly back lane that is currently filled with dumpsters and business overflow.

The better option to increased floor plate areas is to allow the towers to build within current incline bylaws while reaching as high into the sky as economics and geometry allows. Regardless, the back lane needs air and light space, the vertical variance demeans the back lane.

A needle doesn’t block much sunshine and might be a great city centre focal point, the developer could leverage some marketing and sales from such a variance. We have a Knox Mountain to view.

Let’s not construct one in the city core.

John Sayer, Kelowna

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The requested variance uses too much horizontal space, sucking both air and light from the neighbourhood.

The massive floor plate shadows encroach on existing properties and their bylaw setbacks.

The developers proposed design butchers sight lines allowing for poor urban design.

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ohn Allemang wrote an article in the Globe and Mail this past weekend in which he examined a widespread loss of faith in trade unions.

Allemang wrote: “Even union leaders are losing faith in the power of their unions.�

B.C.’s Ken Georgetti, president of the Canadian Labour Congress, was quoted in the article as saying, “There used to be a time when we had great respect from the public, but we’ve lost that. There’s this notion that unions are just out for themselves and not for society.�

Mark Ferguson, a branch president of CUPE was quoted as admitting, “The public hates unions right now.�

Allemang described the present time as a “precarious moment for the labour movement.�

Citing labour battles such as those in B.C. involving teachers and nurses, he questioned whether the very survival of the collective bargaining power of trade unions is at stake.

The article describes private sector unions’ inability to halt a “steady slide towards oblivion� and their public sector counterparts’ risk of

YOU WORK losing “the battle for hearts and HERE taxpayers’ minds that sees them portrayed as out-oftouch elitists mocking hard-pressed taxpayers with their Robert job security, regular Smithson hours and gold-plated pensions.�

As Allemang put it: “Instead of representing the gold standard that all workers aim for, unions became the symbol of uncompetitive greed and outmoded status.�

And so, it seems, unions are seeking to reinvent themselves.

Some are looking to get even bigger, presumably as a way of better flexing their labour muscle. For example, the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union is negotiating with the Canadian Auto Workers to merge into a superunion “designed to reinvent the labour movement.�

I’ve often been heard to say that, in many ways, trade unions are no longer relevant.

In times gone by, unions provided much-needed representation to workers on issues such as workplace safety, employment standards (wages, hours of work, etc.), and human rights.

They stood up for workers at a time when workers really were

powerless to represent their own interests. But, over a span of many decades, much of unions’ historical role was usurped by governments, provincial and federal.

All jurisdictions in Canada now have well-established workers compensation, employment standards, and human rights legislation. In each instance, there is also an administrative body entrusted with the task of ensuring employers’ compliance.

In B.C., for instance, the Workers Compensation Act, Employment Standards Act and Human Rights Code occupy this territory. Even the relationship between unions and employers is now thoroughly regulated by statute (in B.C.’s case by the Labour Relations Code).

While even the most ardent proponent of management’s point of view would have to acknowledge that union activism may have been the most important factor in those legislative developments, but in doing so, unions may well have paved the way to their own irrelevance.

So, what’s left for unions to do?

Aside from advancing the occasional grievance, the trade union’s primary role today is to negotiate a collective agreement every three or See Smithson A13

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More people are returning empty milk containers than ever before. Over 15 million jugs and cartons were spared from BC landfills in 2011. In the last year

A voluntary recycling program initiated by the BC Dairy Council in 2006 where consumers could drop off empty milk containers, at no charge, is proving to be a huge success. Services are provided by Encorp Pacific, which manages the 166 Return-It Depots throughout the province that accept milk containers for recycling.

“We’re making a real difference as a province, but we have a lot further to go,� says Mike Dick, president of the BC Dairy Council.

The goal was two-fold: to raise awareness that milk cartons and jugs are easily recycled, but not if they are tossed in the trash, and to encourage consumers to bring their milk empties to

alone, Encorp Return-It Depots received a whopping 610,000 kilograms of milk empties – a trend the notfor-profit recycling corporation hopes will continue. accept milk empties has more compact to store and carry. It also facilitates the recycling than doubled from 70 to 166.

There’s no refund on milk process. Don’t forget to remove empties (because you didn’t pay and bring in the caps too, because a deposit), but you’ll have the they get recycled separately.

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satisfaction of knowing you are doing the right thing. All milk, cream, and milk substitute (soy and rice) beverage containers – Number of participating whether they are plastic, cartons Return-It Depots more than or jugs – are recyclable and doubled accepted at participating ReturnEncorp Pacific is dedicated to It Depots. providing programs that recycle Rinse and crush milk items in our communities into containers for recycling viable products, thus keeping them out of our landfills. Since Preparing milk containers for the company was first contracted recycling is easy; simply rinse to service the voluntary milk them out and crush them. This recycling program in 2006, the stops the cartons and jugs from number of Return-It Depots that smelling and makes them more ADVERTORIAL

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Reduced to that role, trade unions are (seemingly) no longer seen in public except when demanding more money and benefits enhancements for their members.

That refrain gets tiring both for members of the general public and for union members, and the bigger the union the more

jaded the public becomes about their motivations.

Maybe the answer is for trade unions to stop thinking about getting bigger and to refocus their attention on finding reasons to be relevant again—at the local level.

That means identifying the issues that are confronting working people today, now that the big battles over employment standards and hu-

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What people seem to want from their union is a voice, an opportunity to be heard.

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Recent research adds that entrepreneurs are 40 per cent born and 60 per cent made through the blending of their circumstance and abilities.

So let me introduce you to a young married couple in West Kelowna.

They arrived at a crossroad in their new journey with belief that the magic that brought them together has subsequently inspired their entry into entrepreneurship.

Nicole Kelly and Devon McCubbin are the new owners of Alexis Art & Framing, located in the Vintage View Mall off Highway 97.

Nicole was born in Surrey and her family moved to Westbank when she was about nine yearsold.

The family settled on a farming operation and her parents also ran a tire business together in those

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Joel Young early years.

Nicole began her business learning curve very early when at age 16 she began working at the Home Hardware store in Westbank Town Centre, where she would work for the next 12 years, advancing to the assistant manager position.

So let’s shift a bit and meet Devon McCubbin, Nicole’s life partner whose personal circumstances reads like a novel.

Devon’s mother was a farm person from Saskatchewan and his stepfather worked with a prominent window manufacturing company based in Regina.

After high school, Devon was ready to attack his personal journey of adventure. With a school

friend, the two drove to Prince Rupert to join a crab fishing boat season.

Here is where Devon made his story of personal circumstance very real to me. In total, Devon made three expeditions to the Prince Rupert crab fishing grounds where he not only made significant money, but learned an abundance about interpersonal relations, the fishing industry and self-sufficiency.

As he described it to me, it was a task learning the crab fishing, the sailing skills and trying to interpret the foreign languages that were often an integral part of the work environment.

Devon’s life took a rebound when after returning to Regina with a view to re-establish himself on a forward motion path, he discovered by chance, our beloved Okanagan and moved with a new vigour to Kelowna.

Once he oriented himself to the Central Okanagan, Devon went to Okanagan College and

obtained a diploma in business, which made him ready for the next plateau in his young life.

He joined Cintas, the well-known uniform company in 2007. Today, is one of their senior managers in the region.

Meanwhile, Nicole, nurturing a life-long desire to be her own boss and one day operate her own venture, met Devon around 2007-08 through mutual friends in the Kelowna area.

As the two became a committed couple, they began discussion about acquiring their own venture. For about one year, Nicole ran a home-based gift basket venture, and although she enjoyed the versatility of that business effort, she longed for something that would embrace both her and Devon.

On a short trip to Vancouver with their immediate family, the couple visited an art gallery where they met the female owner. Through the sharing of her story with Nicole and Devon, it lit a spark for the couple that placed them on the track they both had long awaited— entrepreneurship was for them.

When they returned to West Kelowna from their coastal trip, they discovered that the Alexis Art Gallery & Framing shop was now up for sale and teasing themselves. Here was their opportunity and they embraced it.

Nicole worked for the former owner of Alexis for a month to hone her skills in the industry including her goal of becoming a master picture framer. In October 2011, the gallery was theirs.

On Nov. 1, 2011, they moved the gallery to Vintage View Mall and are tremendously excited about the future of their enterprise.

Devon will continue with his managerial position with Cintas while Nicole runs the gallery.

As the new owners, the couple reinforced to me how they’re investigating new avenues of products and service for their gallery.

Check out what their art gallery has to offer online at the website www. alexisarts.com.

Joel Young is an entrepreneurial leadership consultant, educator and coach and founder of Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society. eagleyoung@shaw.ca

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s the 2011 income tax deadline gets closer, it is time to gather all your papers, receipts and tax slips and prepare to file your personal tax return before April 30, 2012.

There are a few new credits to include on this years tax filing: Parents can now save up to $75 at tax time for eligible expenses paid for registering, or buying membership for your children in a certain artistic, cultural, recreational

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Additional examination fees now qualify for the tuition amount.

The minimum duration of courses taken at a university outside of Canada has been reduced to three consecutive weeks.

There were some recent changes for CPP contributions effective Jan. 1, 2012. Check out this very informative government website at www. servicecanada.gc.ca.

Claim all your deductions, don’t miss out on allowable expenses. Some people file their own tax returns.

It is difficult to be an expert on tax filing when you only do it once a year.

You may choose to get professional tax assistance. Tax laws change frequently.

Moving costs are one of the most often missed expenses when filing a tax return.

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This website has valuable information and tips on making sure we claim available deductions and tax credits.

You should file your tax return annually even if you have no tax to pay.

You do not want to miss out on available deductions. By filing your tax return, you may be eligible for the GST/HST credit, child tax benefits or senior income supplements.

After you file your annual tax return each year, you will receive a Notice of Assessment; this is an important confirmation notice received each year from CRA to keep with your tax papers.

The tax deadline is April 30. Interest and penalties may apply to amounts owing for late filing. It is our financial responsibility to file a tax return every year on time.

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Beside being a nuisance to people, mosquitoes have the capability of transmitting a dangerous disease to our pets known as heartworm.

Heartworms (Dirofilaria immitis) are large roundworms that live in the right side of the heart and the blood vessels that supply blood to the lungs.

The mature form of the worm can grow to a length of 23 to 30 centimetres, and in severe cases a dog may be infested with hundreds of worms.

Heartworm infestation can potentially cause damage to the heart, lungs and liver as well as obstruction of blood flow and eventually, death due to respiratory and heart failure.

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The high-risk areas in Canada are the Okanagan Valley, southern Ontario, southern Quebec and Manitoba. Heartworm is also found in most states in the U.S. A mosquito bites an infected dog and sucks its blood. The worm develops in the mosquito’s body, and passes to an uninfected dog with mosquito’s saliva in its next bite.

The worm in its immature form travels through the bloodstream and lodge in the right side of the heart and the blood vessels that supply the lungs, where it matures and multiplies.

There are no symptoms at all until the disease is very advanced.

Then, the symptoms

are those of congestive heart failure—dull coat, lack of energy, coughing, difficulty breathing, perhaps fainting spells and an enlarged abdomen.

A blood test is available and is the most common method of diagnosis.

It takes about six to seven months from the time of infection until the test becomes positive.

The dead worm poses a lot of potential damage by breaking loose, obstructing blood vessels and causing respiratory failure and death.

Treatment for heartworm disease is available. However, treatment is costly and not without risks. The treatment consists of series of injections.

While on treatment the dog has to be kept on strict activity to allow the body to absorb the dead worm.

Prevention is the key.

Preventive drugs are highly effective.

When regularly administered, they will protect more than 99 per cent of dogs and cats from heartworm.

There are few different types of preventative medications. The medications differ in their administration route, spectrum of activity and cost.

In general, I recommend to my clients to administer the preventative medications throughout the warm months of the year, in the active period of the mosquitoes.

Here in our beautiful warm Okanagan Valley, the medications should be administered between April to October.

Discuss heartworm

prevention with your vet, and get specific recommendation for keeping your beloved pet safe and heart worm free.

Dr. Moshe Oz oper-

ates the Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital in West Kelowna, 2476 Westlake Rd. 250-769-9109 www.KelownaVet.ca

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In accordance with the Local Government Act, the Regional Board will hold a Special Budget meeting on Friday, March 30th, 2012 at 9:00 am for consideration and final adoption of the 2012 – 2016 Financial Plan.

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Elderly drivers offered road test option Tom Fletcher CONTRIBUTOR

Drivers more than 80 years old who fail a computerized test of their mental ability will now be offered a road test before they have to surrender their licences.

Attorney General Shirley Bond announced the road test option last week after complaints from people who lost their driving privileges based on a computer test called DriveABLE. Some elderly people with little computer experience found

the touch-screen tests of cognitive ability to be unfamiliar and unfair way to test them.

The DriveABLE test has is administered on referral from doctors who detect cognitive impairment in patients that may affect their driving.

Bond said those who failed the on-screen test in the past six months will be offered a free road test, using a test car with dual brakes.

Those who failed more than six months ago have to see their doctor before being reassessed.

NDP public safety critic Kathy Corrigan was surprised to hear that the DriveABLE program is now being “peer reviewed,” a step that she said the government should have taken before the service was contracted for B.C. There are 18 DriveABLE assessment centres across B.C., including in Kelowna based out of Kelowna General Hospital.

The DriveABLE test uses a terminal with a touch screen to measure mental abilities.

In the first stage, the driver holds down a button until a shape

appears on either the left of right side of the screen. The subject has to release the button and touch the shape as quickly as possible, to test reaction time and accuracy of movement.

Another stage tests ability to notice changes at the edge of the field of vision, simulating pedestrians and traffic signs.

The test subject must make a decision about a word in the centre of the screen, and also report the location of a target that appears at the same time in a different area of the screen.

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Walter Kuzyk

▼ DANIEL PROULX

This is a long overdue reminder of the stupidity of our not so democratic process. A few years ago, my father passed away and due to ill health my mother, now deceased, was forced to live in a personal care home.

I am the executor of my father’s estate, but I did not have the luxury of having a joint account with or Power of Attorney over my mother.

Residents in personal care homes pay rent according to their yearly income. Because my father’s estate has income, I paid more to keep my mother than some whose hands are not legally tied.

What is this, some kind of sick joke? A goofy lottery? If you are lucky, you win; if you are unlucky, the government wins?

Health care is free, but only or those whose hands are not legally tied.

I should have had access to my father’s estate the day after my father died. My mother was suffering a serious case of Alzheimer’s. She wasn’t going anywhere with money or without, but her money

Kelowna naval veteran honoured Daniel James (Stony) Proulx has become the third Kelowna Naval Veteran to be honoured by his peers from across Canada, as an outstanding member of the Royal Canadian Naval Association.

The RCNA recognized Proulx for maintaining the principals of the association and for his community service with the youth of the Central Okanagan.

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He became a member of the RCNA in 1987 and has served seven terms as president.

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sure as heck was.

But I guess my financial institution was bound and determined my inheritance should go to the government.

Any financial institution that knowingly allows people’s inheritance to go to the government, they are as crazy as the system.

If they don’t understand the system, they best leave me solely in charge of my father’s estate. Ever heard of a waiver? Or would that deprive lawyers and government?

It’s incredible. I can contest my father’s estate, but the legal system will not allow me to protect my father’s estate.

How stupid. You see, my father’s estate does not need protection by the legal system; it needs protection from the legal system.

My father did have a “will,” but he did no understand probate (short for punishment). Frankly, neither did I. I don’t appreciate lawyers and government coming into my life unannounced. Neither does my father.

My father would roll over in his grave if he knew who is in control of

his estate. I think it is criminal that lawyers and government profit at the expense of people who are too honest for their own good. The problem is that people do not realize they are victims of the system or not until it is too late.

I also caution against investing in retirement programs. Both of these are government controlled and both of these tie up you money. Coincidence? Unless you know when you are going to die, your estate could be tied up twice.

In the fall of 2005, a poll taken in Alberta showed that 76 per cent of the public was unhappy with the red tape and cost involved in acquitting guardianship over a family member.

My sentiments exactly. The process is called committeeship. For a substantial fee, you apply to the courts and then have to answer to the legal system in order to handle the business affairs of a family member deemed incompetent.

I don’t need the legal system holding a gun to my head. If family members are in complete agreement over estates,

then financial institutions, lawyers and government have absolutely no business interfering. Again, ever heard of a waiver? Or would that deprive lawyers and government?

I should mention, there is much more to this fiasco than can be printed here.

Also, there is a farm property. We were in the office of my father’s lawyer five months before Dad passed on. It was already too late to acquire Power of Attorney over Mom. To this day, I seriously ques-

tion why my father’s estate allowed by father to leave his entire estate in my mom’s hands.

There are no solutions to this atrocity. We have to abolish probate and committeeship. Both of these are a free ride for lawyers and government. If you live in a province with the same goofy system as Manitoba, fix it. If you live on a civilized planet, I would like to hear from you.

Walter Kuzyk lives in Portage la Prairie, Man.

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SPORTS Kelowna Rockets look to rebound at home Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

Uphill but not insurmountable.

That’s how the underdog Kelowna Rockets view the task ahead of them in their WHL Western Conference quarterfinal series.

After dropping the first two games to the Winterhawks in Portland, the Rockets are back home for Games 3 and 4, Tuesday and Thursday, at Prospera Place. “(The Winterhawks) won their two games at home, now we have an opportunity to do the same and make a series out of this,” said Rockets head coach Ryan Huska.

Despite a 6-3 loss on Friday night, Huska was relatively pleased with his team’s energy and effort in the series opener. The same, however, couldn’t be said for Game 2 as the high-powered ‘Hawks dominated Kelowna from start to finish in a 4-0 win.

Only a stellar effort by Rockets’ goalie Adam

Brown helped avert a more lopsided result.

For the remainder of the series, Huska said every player, particularly the team’s veterans, must stand up and be counted.

“I think it’s a matter of challenging our older players to be quite a bit better,” Huska said. “I also think as a group we need to show more urgency to control the puck, and to play with more courage.

It wasn’t so much the hitting and physical stuff, we were fine with that.

We just need to win more puck battles.”

As expected, Ty Rattie and Sven Baertschi have been the Winterhawks’ most dangerous and productive forwards through the first two games.

Rattie has four goals and an assist, while Baertschi has already tallied five assists.

And while shutting down the two entirely isn’t a likely scenario, the Rockets’ know success will hinge on their ability to limit the damage done by the offensively-gifted

duo.

“We’ve gotta be on the body, we can’t give them space and time and have to be constantly on them,” Rockets forward Cody Chikie said of Rattie and Baertschi. “We have to push their D (defencemen), too, and make it harder for them to move the puck.”

Added Huska: “You have to find a way to slow (Rattie and Baertschi) down a little. They’re very good hockey players, there’s no denying that.

We have to make better decisions with the puck when they’re in the area.”

In addition to finishing 30 points ahead of the Rockets during the regular season, the Winterhawks hold a considerable edge in age and experience.

With four 1995-born players and another six born in 1994, the Rockets are one of the youngest clubs in the WHL. Still, Huska doesn’t use inexperience as an alibi for the first two losses.

“I think our young

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CAPTAIN Colton Sissons (left) and the Kelowna Rockets will try slow down Sven Baertschi and the Portland Winterhawks in Game 3 of their WHL playoff series Tuesday at Prospera Place. guys have done fine,” Huska said. “As always they follow what the big guys do, so our older players need to be better.”

As of Monday, both D

Mitchell Chapman (upper body) and F Spencer Main (concussion) remained sidelined with injuries. Captain Colton Sissons, who missed the

latter stages of Game 2 with the flu, should be fit and ready for Game 3.

Game 4 will be played Thursday at Prospera Place, with a fifth game, if

needed, back in Portland on Saturday night. whenderson @kelownacapnews.com

Chiefs battle Beaver Valley Nitehawks in KIJHL finale Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

When Ken Andrusiak and Grant Sheridan brought junior B hockey to the Okanagan’s largest city, they figured they were embarking on a three-year plan.

But it took just two seasons for the Kelowna Chiefs to reach to Kootenay International Junior Hockey League final.

The Chiefs and Beaver Valley Nitehawks will face off Wednesday night in Fruitvale to open the best-of-seven championship series.

The Chiefs, who were relocated from Chase for the start of the 2010-11 season, finished fourth in the Okanagan Division but have rolled through this year’s playoffs with three straight series wins.

Their 12-4-0 overall postseason record is the KIJHL’s best.

Kelowna took the last step to the final with a five-game series win over Sicamous in the Okanagan/Shuswap Conference championship, which ended with Brent Lashuk’s overtime goal Friday night

at Rutland Arena.

In the Nitehawks, the Chiefs meet the KIJHL’s No. 1 team from the regular season as they posted a 42-7-0-3 record.

Kelowna was responsible for one of those losses, beating Beaver Valley 6-5 on Sept. 24.

The Nitehawks re-

sponded in January with a 4-0 win over the Chiefs in the only other meeting between the clubs this season.

“They have good forwards, they’re very good on the rush, and they can beat you with speed,” Andrusiak, the Chiefs’ head said of Beaver Val-

ley. “We’re going to need to play structured and try avoid getting into a runand-gun game with them.

“With the right preparation you can beat anybody, so we’re looking to be well prepared. The guys are excited to play them.”

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Thursday in Fruitvale, with Games 3 and 4 in Kelowna on Saturday and Sunday nights at Rutland Arena.

For Andrusiak and his assistant—and managing partner—Grant Sheridan, reaching the KIJHL final in just the Chiefs’ second season in Kelowna is a

positive step for the organization.

“It’s very satisfying, compared to where we came from last year,” said Andrusiak. “Our first year there were a lot of growing pains, just like any new business. This year, we started to get the hang of it, on and off the ice.

“We have good players, they’ve done a good job this year. We just kept teaching and they got better and better. These extra games in the playoffs have been a real bonus for the learning part of it.” whenderson @kelownacapnews.com

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SPORTS ▼ SKI TO SEA

Register online for popular multi-event race Online registration for one of the largest multievent races in B.C. is now available.

An Okanagan tradition continues as the 32nd annual Ski2Sea Race is set for Sunday, April 15.

Teams of two to seven people can enter in the junior, open, mixed, corporate, women’s, masters, or recreation categories by visiting ski2sea.ca.

Individuals may also enter in the Solo category.

The six-stage race from the slopes of Big White to the shores at City Park in Kelowna covers 95 kilometres.

The alpine skiing leg opens the event, followed by nordic skiing, mountain biking, road cycling, running and finally canoeing/kayaking.

Participants looking for a team or team member can go to the Orphan’s link on the Ski2Sea web site.

All entrants will receive a Ski2Sea longsleeve tech T-shirt. There will also be prizes, including as many as two mountain bikes.

The race committee is also seeking volunteers for race day. Shifts range in length from two hours to a full day. Volunteers receive a Race Crew T-shirt.

For more information, visit the Volunteers link.

Las Vegas trip a learning experience A lengthy car-ride to Las Vegas proved well worth the effort for some of Kelowna’s top youth track and field athletes.

Keely Watts-Watling and Aaron Stroda, along their training partner Saskia Kowallik jumped-started their outdoor season with new personal bests and meet records at the 2012 Las Vegas Classic held at the Desert Oasis High School.

The three, who also took part in an extensive training camp, are coached by Verena Stroda and represented their high schools and B.C. Athletics.

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Keely (KSS) set a new meet record in her long jump competition and Aaron (OKM) won his discus throw competition with a new meet record.

“I was very pleased with Keely’s improved technique in high jump and long jump which we have focused on during our 12-day training camp.

She also made a significant improvement in her shot put technique.”

Kowallik (OKM) competed in the 400m event where she placed second and set a new PB. For Aaron Stroda, other highlights of the trip

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KELOWNA track and field trio Saskia Kowalli (left to right), Aaron Stroda and Keely Watts-Watling spent two weeks at a training camp in Las Vegas. were taking part in the camp, and meeting and practicing with former Olympian and world record holder John Powell.

“It clicked immediately and we spent a couple of hours together talking about the technique and practicing different styles in throwing,” Stroda said of his meeting with Powell. “He surprised me and showed up at the meet and I was happy to demonstrate him a series of excellent throws. I think we have a very similar throwing style and he gave me a lot of insight that I can use moving towards the next level. I felt very special that day.”

JOYCE IN OREGON…

His first races of the season on the outdoor track were productive ones for sprinter Keefer Joyce.

The Kelowna teenager travelled to the University of Oregon in Eugene earlier this month for the Oregon Preview meet.

In timed finals, Joyce won his heat in the 200 metres in a time of 22.02 seconds to place second overall. Joyce placed second in his heat in the 100 metres in 10.89 seconds and finished third overall.

He was the only high school student entered in the men’s events.

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Ogopogo swim registration open Ok Gym athletes keep busy

For over 65 years now, the Ogopogo Summer Swim Club has been actively involved in the Kelowna Community, developing lifelong skills in youth around the sport of competitive swimming.

While the emphasis of the club is on improving ones swimming abilities in the four main stroke categories, there are numerous positive long term side-effects to joining a summer swim club.

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age group provincial record holder. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being a competitive swimmer has undoubtedly had a positive impact on my life, not only by fostering character development, but also by affording me the opportunity to meet some amazing people and form life-long

friendships,â&#x20AC;? said Laughlin.

Wallick said the swim club helps fuel a life-long passion for her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This swim club (Ogopogo) has shaped and influenced me to where I am today. Ever since that little green cap was put on my head, swimming has become my love,â&#x20AC;? said Wallick. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Swimming is more than racing and training (though that is very important too); itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more like a lifestyle full of long-lasting friendships, learning, and memories.â&#x20AC;?

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The Okanagan Gymnastics Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s athletes and coaches have been busy this month travelling across the province and country representing the Kelowna club at multiple competitions.

OGC trampoline athletes competed at their provincials in Kamloops March 17 and 18.

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Emily Welsh earned

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Jordyn Yendley earned silver medals in the 10 and under category on trampoline and on double mini trampoline.

Bianca Radil won a bronze medal in the Level B double mini trampoline vent.

Emma Tucker is the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth trampoline provincial champion and finished with a silver medal on double mini trampoline.

Adele Lefevre earned the title of provincial champion in the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Novice 1114 year old tumbling category. Lefebre also finished with a bronze medal on the double mini trampoline.

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Senior lacrosse gets new name, breaks the ice in Armstrong The newly-named Thompson Okanagan Senior Lacrosse League (formerly the OKXLL) kicks off its pre-season schedule Friday in Armstrong with the Ice-Breaker Tournament at the NorVal Sports Complex.

Action begins with the

Armstrong Shamrocks squaring off against their longtime rivals, the Vernon Tigers, at 6:30 p.m., followed by the reigning league-champion Kelowna Raiders taking on the Prince George Styers at 8 p.m.

At 9:30 p.m., the Kam-

loops Rattlers take on the 2012 President Cup host team the Spruce Grove Slash at 9:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great event to kick our season off, it gives the players a few games to shake the Winter rust off, as well as opportunities to play against

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Action resumes again on Saturday, March 31 at noon and runs until 10 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a lot of lacrosse packed into one weekend and it gives the fans a lot of opportunities

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DAVY, DARLINE 1937-2012

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at the age of 71. Survived by his loving wife of 37 years Marilyn, his sisters: Virginia Cadeaux of Lac La Biche, AB, Margaret Labby of Edmonton, AB; numerous nieces and nephews; his children: Donald (Crystal) Rendall of Airdrie, AB, Kimberley Rendall of West Kelowna; ďŹ ve grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Sadly predeceased by his parents, both brothers and two sisters. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 7:00 pm at SpringďŹ eld Funeral Home, 2020 SpringďŹ eld Road, Kelowna, BC. Cremation.

Interment at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springďŹ eldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

REGIUDEL, LYNN

Darline passed away peacefully on March 22, 2012 .

She was born on November 2,1937 in Drumheller Alberta.

Moved to Rutland in her early teens where she lived the remainder of her years. She was predeceased by her husband Jack, and daughter Marie, she is survived by sons Dave and Jack (Barb) and daughters Linda Ewart and Marylin(Garry) Hornsberger. Also survived by two sisters Verna (Leo) Wasman and Louise (Al) Jacobi. She also leaves behind 5 grandsons and 1 granddaughter and 2 great grandchildren also many nieces and nephews.

No service by request. Cremation. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;ower donations may be made to Alzhiemer/ Dementia Research.

PERREAULT, MARGARET (MAGGIE) With great sorrow in our hearts, yet relieved our loved one is no longer suffering.

We announce that Margaret Perreault passed away on March 18, 2012 after a long and trying battle with cancer.

She is survived by her husband Paul Perreault.

One son, Allen Laird, his wife Janice Laird.

A daughter, Colene Clarke, her husband Jamie Clarke.

Four sisters, Carmel Brophy, Sheila Roach, Louise Elgersma, Nicole Dubovski, and their families. Born in New Waterford, NS, as the daughter of a Military father, Maggie lived in numerous cities and countries. She ďŹ nally settled in Kelowna, BC, where she pursued her passions of oil painting, photography and her career as a bookkeeper.

A memorial service will be held in her honor on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1:00 pm at SpringďŹ eld Funeral Home, 2020 SpringďŹ eld Road, Kelowna.

In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations to the Kelowna Cancer Center of the Southern Interior, or Ovarian Cancer would be greatly appreciated.

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It is with great sadness that the family of Dora (Dorothy) Boolinoff announce her passing at 83 years of age. Dora was born on July 8th, 1928 and passed away on March 25th, 2012 at the Kelowna General Hospital. Dora is survived by her loving husband Mike and their two daughters and their husbands; Sharon and Richard; and Beverly and Darren. She will also be fondly remembered by her three loving grandsons; Michael, Andrew and Steven Foster; and by her one and only cherished granddaughter, Brodie Jones. Upon retirement Dora and her husband moved to Kelowna to be near her family. Dora is also survived by her sister Helen Marken of Surrey, BC and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their gratitude for the medical care provided by Dr. Carver, various specialists, and especially the nurses on the fourth ďŹ&#x201A;oor East at the Kelowna General Hospital. Following Cremation a private family graveside service will be held at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Jan Heppner ofďŹ ciating.

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Lynn was predeceased by her daughter Rene, father Hugh Hunt and mother-in-law Dorothy.

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HUDSON, DARCIE LEE (NEE HRISCHUK) It is with great sadness that the family of Darcie Hudson announces her passing on March 21, 2012 at the age of 61 after a courageous battle with brain cancer.

She is survived by her daughter, Dana Hudson of Kelowna and son, Jerrod Hudson of Vancouver; her mother Helen Hrischuk of Kelowna; sisters Louise Norman of Kelowna and Cheryl (Rick) Quinton of Coquitlam; former spouse Dean Hudson of Grindrod, B.C.; several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was predeceased by her father, Alex Hrischuk in 1993.

Darcie was born Feb. 6, 1951, enjoyed a childhood in Kelowna and moved with the family in 1965 to Lakeview Heights (West Kelowna) to a property amongst orchards.

She graduated with honours from George Pringle Secondary School in Westbank, attended University of Victoria, and was a primary school teacher for two years in Parksville before returning to Kelowna to teach for 34 years. She taught at Black Mountain Elementary School and many years at Glenmore Elementary School where she retired in June 2011.

Darcie was loved by all who were fortunate to know her.

Her quick smile, sense of humour, wit, and loving heart was a joy to family, friends, co-workers and students. She was a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher, a loving devoted mother, sister, daughter, and aunt. She enjoyed children â&#x20AC;&#x201C; people of all ages, road trips for sports events, bingo, Las Vegas, music, lively celebrations and conversation as well as quiet pursuits including movies, novels, baking, arts & crafts, sewing, needlepoint, and walks at night with her dog, Ziggy. May she meet departed ones for many more walks in heavenly starlight. We will miss her.

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A Celebration of Life will be held at SpringďŹ eld Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012.

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ROMEI, GIOVANNA Giovanna (Verna) Romei was born in Celano, Italy on December 4, 1936, the eldest of four children and passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. She immigrated with her family to Kelowna in 1953 where she met and married the love of her life, Luigi Lorenzo Romei (deceased 2010).

In June 1965, they moved their young family from Glenmore to WinďŹ eld where Giovanna became an active member of the farming, business and Catholic communities.

Giovanna was known for her warmth, indelible spirit and positive attitude. Her home was always open. She was famous for her excellent cooking. When complimented, she would remark that it was made with â&#x20AC;&#x153;love.â&#x20AC;?

She was also known for her beautiful ďŹ&#x201A;ower gardens.

Giovanna loved the adventure of travel but her heart was at home with her family.

Giovannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest joy was her children: Mike (Filomena), Mario, Assunta (Mark), Lorenzo (Shawna) and Rita (Mark).

She adored and was adored by her thirteen grandchildren: Lorenzo, Letizia, Loren, Mariah, Giovanna, Robert, Shameera, Saul, Jack, Isabella, Mark, Angelina and Diego.

She leaves behind her sister Marisa, brother Romolo, sisters-in-law Cathy and Linda, and numerous nieces and nephews. Whether you called her Mom, Nonna, Auntie or Friend, she touched everyone she met and will be sorely missed. She has gone home to God where she will be reunited with Dad, Grandma and Grandpa, her beloved younger brother Marcello and her nephew Emilio.

Services will be held at the Parish of St. Edward at 11123 Okanagan Centre Road, Lake Country, BC: Prayers- Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 7:00 pm; Mass of Christian Burial -Friday, March 30, 2012 at 10:00 am.

In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations may be made In Memory of Giovanna Romei to the B.C. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Foundation, 938 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5Z 4H4. www.bcchildrens.ca Phone: 604-875-2444 or toll-free 1-888-663-3033.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springďŹ eldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077

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Ken Fumio Hamanishi Mar. 18, 2012 It is with great sadness that the family of Ken Hamanishi announces his passing on Mar.18th, 2012 In Nanaimo, BC. Ken leaves to mourn his wife of 46 years, Ann (nee Ardethe Ann Kelly) son Craig (Elizabeth), daughter Jill (Allan Phipps) and the lights of his life, grandsons Craig and Owen Phipps.

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CITY OF Yellowknife Building Inspector II. The City of Yellowknife has a vacancy for a Building Inspector II. For more information on this position, including salary and benefits, please refer to our web page at: www.yellowknife.ca. Submit resumes by April 5, 2012, quoting #220-139U to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, YK, NT, X1A 2N4, Fax: (867) 669-3471, or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Sites in AB & BC. Hands on real world machine training.

NO Simulators. Start any Monday.

Funding Options. www.IHESchool.com 1-866-399-3853

Children’s Misc

In lieu of flowers, donations to Palliative Care, c/o N&D Hospital Foundation, #102 1801 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H1 or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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Children’s Misc

Advertise your Daycare spaces available here the 1st Tuesday of every month in the Kelowna Capital News and reach 50,000 homes each edition. $99 per issue + HST Full color.

Contact mtrudeau@kelownacapnews.com Phone 250-763-7114

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

Education/Trade Schools

Education/Trade Schools

EARLY CHILDHOOD

Career Opportunities

EDUCATION YOU COULD GRADUATE AND BE WORKING IN 45 WEEKS!

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Early l Childh Childhood d Ed Educators t develop daily activities for children. They read or tell stories, teach songs, demonstrate the use of simple musical instruments, prepare craft materials & take children to local points of interest. Train in Kelowna for the skills necessary in this rewarding career field.

Ken spent his entire career in the forest industry and worked for Lignum, Northwood and ended his career as a lumber trader at Tembec. He was well respected among his colleagues & associates and always described as a gentleman and friend.

Several traders noted his willingness to provide guidance and mentorship as they were starting their careers.

Ken was a member of the Cranbrook Golf Club where he loved to play senior men’s golf in the early mornings. Ken and Ann moved to Nanaimo, BC and enjoyed watching the fishing boats and Navy ships cruising the waters in front of their home.

Farm Workers

Choosing a Daycare or Pre-School?

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

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ORCHARD Workers needed fr. June 1 - Oct 31, $10.25/hr. thinning, picking, pruning, all piece work. Call 250-317-6384

Education/Trade Schools

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Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition!

Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca

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Employment

Employment

Employment

Employment

Farm Workers

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

SEASONAL Farm Labourer required by Kish Farms In Kelowna. No Exp. nec. Must be capable of physical demanding work. 50+hrs/week Beginning June 15 to Oct 31. Work includes thinning, picking and pruning. Pay $10.25/hr contact Julius at 250-765-6039 SEASONAL Farm labourers

by David Kish in Kelowna. No exp.nec. Must be capable of physical demanding work. 50 hrs/week beginning June 15Oct.31 Work includes thinning, picking pruning Pay $10.25/hr contact David at 250-317-5797

Help Wanted Well established body shop looking for Journeyman painter/prepper ASAP. Wages negotiable. Contact Matt 250-832-4097 or email: salmonarm@fixauto.com

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EXPANSION in 2012

Kelowna company doubling in size. Complete training provided. Must be 18+ years of age. Permanent positions, $2500+/mo to start.

Promotions within 30-90 days.

No Experience Needed.

Call 250-860-3590 or email resume to info@plazio.ca

////////// APPS Cargo has an immediate opening for a Warehouse Person. Must have current fork lift ticket. Exp. on LTL dock an asset. Hours 3 am - 11 am Mon - Fri Email resume to: pdyson@appscargo.com ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away!

Call 250-979-4357 to set up your FREE consultation in Kelowna Donna Mihalcheon CA,CIRP 31 years experience.

BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy, #200 -1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC. V1Y 9X1

ASSEMBLY/SALES, Customer Service & Mgmt. Trainee Positions Available Within Our Kelowna office. Must be 18+ Years of Age. $2500+/mo Plus Bonuses. Call 250-860-9480 or Email: info@plazio.ca

CAUTION

While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in the Kelowna Capital News are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

FEMALE Caregiver needed ASAP, to look after senior person. Call 250-765-4911 GROOMER WANTED, all breed Pet Groomer req’d May 1st to head up our newly expanded Bone Appetit Store located in Glenmore. Please drop resume at #111-1940 Kane Rd. Ask for Angie Heavy Duty Mechanic Sunny Okanagan. Required for maintenance & repairs of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, & diesel 2 & 4 stroke engines. For details or to apply: e-mail hr@nor-val.com

HHDI RECRUITING is hiring on behalf of Baker Hughes Baker Hughes Alberta based oilfield services company is currently hiring;

DRIVER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & SERVICE SUPERVISORS Class 1 or 3 License required.

LOOKING for Irrigation Installers, min 2yrs exp., must have valid drivers license, wages depending on experience.

Please send resume to patti@west-wind.ca or fax 250862-8065 Looking for window cleaners, for foreman position as well, as laborers. Must have exp. call Wayne(250)826-5363 Permanent Full Time 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. 5-6 days a week. 8-12 hours a day beginning approximately June 10th. 2012. Work includes but is not limited to tree planting, pruning & irrigation. Pay $10.25/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca PROGRESSIVE manufacturing company looking for a permanent, full time cloth cutter. Will train the right individual. If you are looking for a multi tasking position with a challenge please apply. Some heavy lifting involved and computer knowledge an asset. Email to: propak@telus.net or Fax to:(250)-861-5282

Drivers

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

Exp. Residential Cleaners.

Bonded. Reliable. Must supply vehicle. (250)-215-1073

Kelowna Pacific Railway Ltd. has an immediate opening for a clerk position in our Vernon office.

Valid BC driver’s license, strong computer skills in Excel and data base as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook are required for this position.

Please send resumes to info@khawk.ca . Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca

Seasonal Crew Leaders wanted at Coral Beach Farms Ltd. (Lake Country). Previous experience required. Must have own transportation.

Applicant must be capable of work in all weather conditions.

6-7 days a week. 10-12 hours a day beginning approximately June 15th. 2012. Work includes leading multiple cherry picking teams while maximizing quality and efficiency. Pay range $16$18/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca

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 June 15th. 2012. Work includes but is not limited to cherry picking, sorting, tree planting, pruning & irrigation.

Pay $10.25/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca Seasonal Sorting Manager wanted at Coral Beach Farms Ltd. (Lake Country). Must have own transportation.

Successful candidates must have in depth knowledge of cherries and cherry grading, as well as a minimum of 5 years experience managing a cherry sorting room, including quality control and phytosanitary systems.

Experience with Unitec equipment preferred. Applicant must be capable of working in cool weather conditions. 6-7 days a week. 10-12 hours a day beginning approximately June 10th. 2012. Work includes but is not limited to managing 100+ sorting workers while maximizing efficiencies. Pay range $28$40/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca SHORT on cash? Need money? We can help, get a loan on your directly deposited income. Call (250)868-2020 SRI Homes - Production Work Factory Builder looking for workers with construction experience including carpet laying, dry wall, boarding, painting and framing. Full time. Fax resumes to (250) 766-0599 or in person at 9500 Jim Bailey Road, Kelowna (Lake Country).

Traffic Control (flagger) 2 day classes Kelowna Mar 24/25 and Apr 14/15 New $270 Renew $150 call 1-866-737-2389 www.roadsafteytcs.com WAGES paid to care for teen.

Must have valid drivers license. Must be positive and responsible.

Call 250-4426060 or 250-309-9566 WE require a Licensed Stylist wishing to work in a busy Salon. You would make above average earnings in a very friendly atmosphere with flexible hours. If you are looking for a positive change, please come talk to us at ‘Jimmy Trims’, behind Wendys in the Cooper centre.

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Electrical

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SMALL BUSINESS Grants start or grow your small business. Free to apply. Qualify for up to 100K. www.leadershipgrants.ca

MJB ELECTRIC Residential & commercial repairs and service work. Fast & Friendly Service. 250-212-5610

Home Care

CEDAR Panels, Gates, Custom fencing & Decks. Quality Work. Josef 250-864-7755.

Volunteers * Models Needed * Joico and Iso are world-wide Beauty Industry leaders in fashion forward cutting, coloring, and texture design. Award winning Hair Dressers and Stage Artists will be in Kelowna presenting new looks for the Spring 2012 season. We are looking for volunteers interested in being hair fashion models at an upcoming education forum in April. Please call West Coast Beauty at 250.861.1420 for information

Services

Alternative Health A European Massage. Kim is Back! Days Or Evenings. Call (604)-793-3832

Mind Body Spirit #1 for a reason. Paradise Massage. Where men come to relax. 778-477-5050 Kelowna AFFORDABLE, Excellent F/B Massage & NIR Sauna. Thank you! Linda 250-862-3929.

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Mens/Ladies (250)-869-5116

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Financial Services

EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T Immediate openings. Easy computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.HWC-BC.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Are you into exercise, motivated and wanting some extra income?

Capital News is looking for a person or persons with a reliable vehicle to deliver newspapers door to door in the Kelowna and Westside areas. Various sized routes on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Your papers would be dropped at your home early in the morning, and you would have the whole day to complete your deliveries.

Work as much or as little as you want.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS EXCITING PROGRAM:

Services

Dental Assistant required Reply to Dr. Harvey Thompson, #22-665 Front St., Quesnel, BC V2J5J5. 250-992-3771

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Employment

To apply for this position, please call Capital News Circulation at 250-763-7575 and ask for Richard.

Caregiver taking new clients for shopping cleaning errands meds, respite & personal care.

Excl Ref’s, Food Safe & First Aid. (250)717-1021

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Cleaning Services CLEANING Lady, 25yrs exp., Wkly/bi-wkly one time. Quality work. 250-470-9629 EUROPEAN hardworking lady Christian with experience looking to clean houses/offices.

Call 250-707-1771 EXP’D Cleaning lady, res, offices, trailers, move outs. Senior discounts. 250-860-7803

Computer Services 12/7 A MOBILE COMPUTER TECH. Certified computer technician, virus removal, repairs, upgrades. Let me come to you. (250)-717-6520.

12/7 In-Home Repairs. New Systems/Upgrades.

20+yrs Prof. Service. Peter 215-4137

Contractors JOURNEYMAN Carpenter for framing, finishing, additions, decks. Richard. 250-717-7043 KSK Framing & Foundations.

Quality workmanship at reas rates. Free est 250-979-8948

Countertops REFACE Countertops.

1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

Drywall

Excavating & Drainage

COLLEE Excavating & Bobcat Sewer Hookups, Rock Walls, Rock Breaking, 250-860-5670

Fencing

Floor Refinishing/ Installations

LEW Cat Ent. Carpet, Lino, Tiles, Hrdwd, Lam. Free est.

Great rates. Lewis @ 3176889 Work Guaranteed.

NEED Installer? We install carpet, lino, hardwood, laminate. Andreas 250-863-3402.

Framing

SEMOH HOMES LTD. Framing, Foundations & Renovations. Mark at 250-878-0424

Garage Door Services

GARAGE Doors- install, service, repair all makes of doors & openers. 250-878-2911

Garden & Lawn

1-1-1- All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing bracing, trimming, pruning, sculpturing & removing of hedges & trees. Fully Insured.

Call Dave (250)-212-1716 AAA Lawn & Yard. Great Spring Specials, power raking, fertilizer, yard clean-up, mowing, landscaping, excavation.

Father & Son. 250-212-7512 Ace of Spades. Tree, hedge & shrub pruning. Aeration & Power Raking. 250-878-1315 Aspen Landscaping. Aerating, power raking, irrigation start ups. No HST. 250-317-7773 Don’t call anyone about Lawn cutting, power raking, aeration, or pruning until you speak with us! Serving Kelowna & Area for over 7yrs. Ryan, 250-4691288. www.vantagekelowna.com Gordon’s Quality Lawn Care.

Pruning, Trimming, Dethatching & Aerating. Yard Clean Ups. 250-863-8935 I WANT TO CUT Your Lawn!

Plain & simple, your lawn needs cutting, and I cut lawns.

I’m asking for your business, and in exchange, you will receive both excellent value and exceptional service, GUARANTEED! Weekly maintenance, power raking, pruning, aerating, spring clean-ups, etc.

Senior’s discounts, all inquiries welcome! 250-878-7283 ...Common Sense Yard Care...

M&S LAWN & GARDEN Power Raking, Mowing, Pruning, Yard Clean-up, General Maintenance, Irrigation, Complete Landscaping, Retainer Walls, Water Features.

Free Estimates Jim 250-861-3693

ARCADE Contracting. Boarding, Taping, Texturing & Steel Studs. 250-870-6301 PESL DRYWALL Service Inc. Renovations, new construction and repairs. Boarding, taping, textured ceilings. Call Tomas at 250-212-4483 or 860-3495.

TAM’S Gardening.

Spring clean-ups/Maint. Planting, weeding, pruning. 250-575-3750

Electrical

Handypersons

ALAN Dignam Electric. Resid/ Comm. Service calls, Reno’s, Upgrades. lic’d, bonded & Insured. Alan 250-808-6595 A&S ELECTRIC. Resid/Comm Wiring. New constr, renov. & service changes. lic’d & bonded. Steve 864-2099 (cont #90929) EKKO Electrical Installations.

Residential Renovations.

Service calls (778)-215-3553 JRS ELECTRIC: Licns’d, bnded & insr’d. From new builds & renos to service calls.

Russ 250-801-7178 (cont:98365)

NEED a hand inside or out from painting to yard work.

250-215-1712, 250-768-5032 SENIOR Fenton’s Handyman Services.

Fencing, Painting, House Maint.(250)863-2129

Floor Refinishing/ Installations

Floor Refinishing/ Installations

Home Improvements

BUILDING? Renovating? See www.buildmyhouse.org.

Only the best trades!

GREAT Canadian Builders Ltd. All interior & exterior renovation work. 1-250-488-0407

Professional Sanding & Finishing.

Dustless Sanding System.

Supply & Install of all ly atural 250-470-7406 N The Best types of Hardwood.

www.elitehardwoodfloors.ca

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LAMINATE TOPS

JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER Available for framing, finishing, decks, additions & Concrete Foundations.

Richard 250-717-7043

Residential & Commercial Wiring, New Construction, Renovations & Service Changes. Complete telephone & data cabling services, Prompt quality service. Licensed & Bonded Call Steve 250-864-2099

MJB ELECTRIC Res/Comm Repairs & Service Work.

Fast & Friendly Service.

NATURAL STONE

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Visit our showroom at THE AIRPORT BUSINESS PARK Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm Family owned & operated for over 40 years

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778-215-3553 email ekko@shaw.ca

•INDUSTRIAL •RENOVATIONS •SERVICE CALLS

Licensed & Bonded #101341 •MAINTENANCE FSR#98603

FLOORING

FRAMING

GARAGE DOOR SERVICES

LEW CAT ENT.

SEMOH HOMES LTD.

ABC

OVERHEAD DOORS We install, service, & repair all makes of doors & openers.

FREE ESTIMATES • INSURANCE CLAIMS Call for appointment

250-878-2911 abcohdoors@gmail.com

KITCHEN CABINETS

KITCHENS

FURNITURE Plus MFG

Maryanne’s Kitchen Design

Made in Kelowna. Kitchens, vanities, chairs, countertops, tables & bar stools!

Re-upholstery also available.

1040 Richter St. 250-215-1903

Dealer for Kitchen Kraft, Merit & Leelynn We do all facets of your renovations 250-317-7523

TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING LTD.

• Snow Removal • Full Landscaping • Rock Retaining Walls • Portable Soil Screener CELL: (250) 979-8033 BUS: (250) 861-1500

**NO GST**

Landscaping, irrigation, patios, retaining walls & water features.

250-317-7773 www.aspenlandscaping.ca

“Dare to be Different” Save LOTS of MONEY!!

Low Maintenance Landscapes & Irrigation Call Ryan 250-469-1288

Senior’s Specials Experience & Quality New Homes & Repaints Ceilings Bondable. Insurance Work Call Terry

250-863-9830 or 250-768-1098

24 yrs. exp., prof. and clean.

Interior and exterior specialists.

Senior discount.

Many references.

Call DJ (250) 808-5555 Call Rada (250) 863-7606

250-470-2235

COLLEE

Excavating & Bobcat Services

250-860-5670

107 3677 Hwy 97 North Kelowna

& Renovation Services • Interior & Exterior Renovations • Carpentry • Painting • Small Repairs • Pressure Washing

• Kitchen & Bathroom Upgrades • Yard Maintenance • Fences, Decks • Tile • Graffiti Removal

250-718-8879

Seníor Fenton’s

Handyman Services Fencing, Painting, Concrete, House and Yard Maintenance & Repair, Lawnmower Tuneups Worksafe Registered

FLOORING SOLUTIONS

Great Canadian Builders Ltd. Turning houses into homes.

Your complete renovation specialist, 25 years experience.

All interior and exterior work, concrete, garages, fence, decks, kitchen & bath renovations.

Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country

1.250.488.0407

Free Estimates

APM LANDSCAPING

Capable & willing to take on ALL your landscaping needs

250-300-0520

Low bobcat/excavator rates.

You name it, we build it!

Free estimates & no HST!

North End Moving Services

Local or Long Distance Polite & Professional

Ph: 250-869-0697 Cell 250-470-9498

I.L. PAINTING & DECORATING

Our 1st 10 customers save their HST! Landscaping, irrigation, patios, retaining walls & water features.

250-864-5450

Nice, clean & quality painting.

In/Out painting,

250-707-1771

FEATURE

RENOVATIONS

HONEY DO CUSTOM GARDEN/CARPENTRY

Deck & Rail

Kelowna

Serving the Okanagan 14 yrs.

Vinyl Decking up to 80 mil., Modular Flooring, Aluminum, Glass, Topless, Picket Railings, Fences & Gates.

Free Estimates

250-878-2483

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Cedar panels, gates, custom fencing & decks. TRUCK/BULL DOZING Quality workmanship.

TTRUCKING N T Reliable.

Call Josef 250-864-7755

No load too small • BARK MULCH • SAND • GRAVEL • YARD CLEAN-UP • JUNK REMOVAL LIGHT FLAT-DECK Nick Nixon - Trish Nebot Cell 250-862-0821 Office 250-765-2778

Joe’s Moving Service “The Professionals”

DALE’S PAINTING SERVICE

862-9333 PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982 www.dalespaintingservice.ca

• Local/long distance • Storage Available • No job too small • Free Estimates Call Joe Anytime 250-470-8194

member of B.B.B. Fully insured, WCB coverage. All types of shingle roofing & torch on roofing systems.

‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’

250-765-3191

WELDING METAL FABRICATION LTD. Fences • Gates • Railings • Security Bars • Cargo Racks • Rollcages • Boat Railings & more. Tube Bending Specialists www.getbentmetalfab.ca

250-863-4418

HONEY DO CUSTOM GARDEN/CARPENTRY Cedar panels, gates, custom fencing & decks.

Quality workmanship.

Reliable.

Call Josef 250-864-7755

PAINTING/ DECORATING F.J. MARK LTD. PAINTING

250-861-3400

Call Fred 250-863-9373

$59+. FLAT rates for long distance. Weekly trips between BC/AB. Why pay more?

Quality Workmanship. Interior or Exterior. Senior Discount.

Full WCB Coverage.

RENOVATIONS

Bayside Plumbing & Gas Fitting Qualified, reliable, bonded.

Over 30 years exp. res./comm. service renovations, new installations, h/water tanks, dishwashers, washers, dryers.

250-317-2279

ROOFING

RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free estimates, senior discounts,

www.buildmyhouse.org Only the Best Trades

AAA BEST RATE MOVING

PLUMBING “PREMIUM PAINT AND SERVICE”

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LANDSCAPING Lawn & Landscaping Ltd.

250.863.8935

Indoor & Outdoor Eco Friendly Flooring

HOME IMPROVEMENT

GLM ENTERPRISES Dethatching, Aerating, Hedge & Tree Trimming. Full maintenance services.

RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

Boarding, taping, texturing & steel studs.

Repairs. Any size job.

Call 250-870-6301

Phl 250-469-9302 www.ecoflexfloors.com

250-863-2129

LAWN AND GARDEN

ARCADE CONTRACTING

te, Vinyl, Carpet, Sidewa ood, Lamina Darcy Martin lks, Patio Decking Hardw

www.collee-excavating.ca

Larry’s Handyman

DRYWALL

FLOOR REFINISHING

MOVING/STORAGE

250-808-3227

RADAS Custom Painting

www.okanagancountertopsystem.com

-Rock walls -Rock and concrete breaking -Artificial turf -Artificial palm trees -Landscaping

PAINTING/DECORATING AFFORDABLE PAINTING

10% OFF WITH THIS AD

Reliable Contractor, over 20 yrs. experience.

Book by April 10 and be entered for a 1 in 5 chance for a new 55” LED TV!!

References available.

Call Today!! 250-769-7603 www.vantagekelowna.com

HANDYMAN

LANDSCAPING ASPEN LANDSCAPING

REFACE DON’T REPLACE 1/2 the cost of replacing Corain & Granite Designs.

The Green Alternative.

EXCAVATION

250-212-5610

Framing, foundations & renovations.

Mark @250-878-0424 semohhomes@shaw.ca

59.00 SF

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On select colors only | Installation available

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Carpet, lino, tiles, hardwood, laminate.

Free estimates.

Great rates.

Lewis @ 250-317-6889.

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ELECTRICAL

A & S Electric

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Services

Services

Pets & Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Home Improvements

Painting & Decorating

Feed & Hay

$100 & Under

Furniture

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

32 round bales, net wrapped, 1230lbs, dry, 2nd cut, alfalfa/grass, feed analysis, $160/ton, Vernon, 250-5583008.

ELECTRIC Sewing Machine.

Brother brand, in cabinet good cond. $50 obo 250)717-1647 FM/AM Receiver $60 obo (250)768-6834

STAR STORES NOW OPEN look for the RED awnings #9-1753 Dolphin Ave Kel (corner of Kirshner & Dolphin). Antiques, furniture, tools, hardware & much more! Come in & Browse 9:30am-5:00pm MonSat. We also buy quality items, households & estates pls phone 250-212-6144 WESTERN STAR AUCTIONS. Buying Estates, Tools, Collectable’s and Furniture. Cash Paid or Consignment to Auction. #8-730 Stremel Rd. (778)753-5580

FIT MASSAGE. NEW 20 SPD OPTION. QUIET, STEP ON VERY EASY TO USE! $750 (778)754-5522

FOR

SALE

F.J. MARK LTD. PAINTING Quality workmanship & service. Call Fred 250-863-9373

Spacious Open Playroom

I.L. Painting & Decorating.

Nice, clean & quality painting.

In/Out painting. 250-707-1771 RADAS Custom Painting. 24 yrs exp., Prof. and Clean. DJ 250-808-5555, Rada 863-7606

Ideal for hosting afternoon tea parties with your children. (house included) www.royallepagekelowna.com

Plumbing

OLD SCHOOL Construction. framing to flooring. Lg & sm renos, quality workmanship.

Organized jobsites. Lic & ins.

Sen. disc. Cory 250-862-7094

BAYSIDE Plumbing & Gas Fitting Service. H/W tanks. Qualified & Reliable. 250-317-2279 DREGER MECH. Plumbing, Gasfitting, comm/res & reno, ins’d, 24hr. Call 250-575-5878.

Home Repairs LARRY’S Handyman & Reno Serv., Lg. & Sm. jobs, Graffitti Removal etc., 250-718-8879

Kitchen Cabinets MARYANNE’S Kitchen Designs. Dealer for kitchen craft, Merit & Leelynn.250-317-7523

Landscaping #1 STOP FOR ROCKS. www.bcrocks.com.

Please call 250-862-0862 APM Landscaping, Low bobcat/excavator rates and no HST. 250-808-3227 CALL Exquisite Lawn & Landscaping to book your Spring Cleanup and Weekly LawnMaintenance. 250.300.0520 Cattle manure for sale, composted or fresh. Fir bark mulch.$20 per yard on orders over 30 yards. 250-838-6630.

GLM Landscaping & Irrigation Our 1st 10 customers save their HST! 250-864-5450

Machining & Metal Work

GERMAN MASTER ROOFER. Over 30yrs exp. on all kinds of roofs. New Reroof & Repair.

Free estimate. Call Steffen, 250-863-8224 Master & Visa Welcome www.teamgerman.com.

RIGHT Way Roofing. Specializing in repairs & re-roofs.

Much more!Ask 250-808-1473 RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free est, ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’ 250-7653191.

Rubbish Removal 250-808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL. Full service Junk Removal & Bin Rentals.

ERIK the STUDENT RUBBISH REMOVAL, TREE REMOVAL HAULS FROM $39.99 & UP. HEDGES, HEDGES, HEDGES

250-859-9053

GET BENT Metal Fab, fences, gates, railings, security bars, 863-4418www.getbentmetalfab.ca

Moving & Storage AAA Best Rates Moving $59+.

FLAT Rates long dist. Weekly trips BC/AB. 250-861-3400 FAMILY Movers. Moving?

Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687 JOE’S MOVING.reasble rates fully equip’d trucks, local-long dist, no job too small470-8194 NORTH END Moving Service Local/Long Distance. Free Estimates 250-470-9498

Painting & Decorating 1ST. In customer service, Cando Painting, prof. reliable crew, 15yrs. in business, Int/Ext. Eddie 250-863-3449 CALL COR’S PAINTING. On time, on budget. Neat & tidy. Focus on repaints. Lic & ins. Senior discount.

Cory Doell 250-768-8439

DALE’S PAINTING Service.

Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982. 862-9333

Fruit & Vegetables

Roofing & Skylights

OK Junk. Best rates, free est.

Call 250-469-3275 okjunk.com

Snowclearing SNOW Removal, sanding, comm.lots/acreage.Tremblay’s Excavating. 250-979-8033

Dairy quality 2nd & 3rd cut alfalfa 3x3x8 bales,test avail, Delivery avail. Shavings & sawdust available as well.

250-838-6630.

Ginseng tarps 24’ x 165’ for shade or windbreak. Inexpensive and attractive solution for hay shed, livestock shelter etc. $150 each. 250-558-8322.

Quote available for installation.

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

800lbs. Large square bales, 3x3x8, $160/ton.

Delivery avail. on larger orders. 250838-6630 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail.

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

McLeery Ranch, Armstrong.

Alfalfa/Alfalfa Grass small squares, exc hay $6. Haylage $40., Dry Rounds $50.; 1250-546-0420, 250-503-8184 Round bales, grass or mix 900lb, $45-60 bale, small square bales, 70lb, mix $3-6 bale (250)546-6545 info@otterlakefarm.ca

Hauling ATTENTION The Capital News cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition.

Pet Services ACTIVE Dog? Training fr $80/mth CALL NOW Pawsitive Choices 250-768-2011

Pets

Sundecks

DELUXE glass reptile terrarium, 36x18x18, front opening, screen top, as new, all accessories incl.$225.250-768-7102

KELOWNA DECK & RAIL. Vinyl, Mod. Flooring, Alum., GlassTopless/Picket878-2483.

FEMALE Purbred Golden Retriever 6 months old. Due to allergies. (778)215-4767

Tiling

REG Shelties, 12 wks., sables, 1st shots, chipped. $500-$600.

250-549-2246, e-mail “balatova@hotmail.com”

TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics.

Custom tile setting. Call 250870-1009

Tree Services 1-1-1- All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing bracing, trimming, pruning, sculpturing & removing of hedges & trees. Fully Insured.

Call Dave (250)-212-1716

Trucking/ Bull Dozing TNT TRUCKING. No load too small. Junk removal, sand, gravel, etc. (250)862-0821 (250)765-2778.

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions Restaurant Auction Kelowna Sandwich Restaurant Newer quality equip. Apr 5th @ 6pm 243 Bernard Ave Kelowna. (250)545-3259, View photo at doddsauction.com

“Local Produce at Your Doorstep” To place an ad...call the Kelowna Capital News

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BOOK YOUR ADVERTISING SPACE TODAY! Purchase a 2 col x 1” ad space for $28.56/day, $69.00/week, $230.00/mth (+tax) or Flip it at the same great price as a 1 col x 2” 250-763-7114, email: classified@kelownacapnews.com

1999 Norco Sasquatch Mtn Bike $200 obo (250)765-1633

$300 & Under NEW shower stall, 40x40 w/glass doors. Value $2500.

Asking $300. 250-765-1633

Farm Equipment Cherry Hydro cooler, 2 compressors, 7.5hp & 5hp, stainless steel tank, 40-50 boxes per hour, good condition, $50,000obo, (250)498-9696

Free Items FREE: 2 year old Chocolate point Siamese Cat to give away. 250-878-8444 FREE Horse Manure. Mail Rd Glenmore Area. Self Serve.

(250)-765-3093 FREE pick up , appliances or any kind of metal. Call (250)765-9303, 250-212-3122 Free pickup, of aluminum windows, wire, pipe, air conditioners & batteries. 250-717-0581 FREE P/U- Appliances, Rads, Batteries, Old machinery, vehicles. Harley 778-821-1317 FREE UPRIGHT BEER FRIDGE. YOU PICK UP(250)859-5455 FREE: White Truck Canopy, Good Condition. Fits 8ft Box. 250-764-7517

Firewood/Fuel

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FIREWOOD. Fir $185/crd, Jack Pine $150/cd, Ponderosa, $125. Jim, 250-762-5469 SEASONED, Split, Delivered.

Pine $120/ cord, Fir $145/ cord. Call 250-768-5081 WANTED Applewood, will buy as rounds/logs, or can remove trees for wood. 604-970-4041

Furniture

USED FURNITURE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES MANY RECENT ARRIVALS!

OK Estates Furniture and More, 3292 Hwy 97N, 1.5km N of McCurdy.

250-807-7775 11-5 Tues-Sat EMPIRE Estate Sale! Large quality pieces. 778-484-1582 OAK COFFEE table and end tables, $175. 250-491-2566.

Viewing Fri. Apr. 13th 1-5PM Sale Sat. Apr. 14th 10AM

Assets of North Valley Frame Works Inc. 601 Bass Ave. Enderby B.C. Canada Watch for Direction Signs 2006 • Hundegger SCI (Speed Cut), Alpine Floor Master, Stealth(2) Truss Roller Press’s (6 Table), J. D. Adams Web saw, Tailift fork lift & 2 Fork lift dumpsters.

2003 • Graduall Zoom boom 2002 • Sterling Acterca Truck Tilt deck 2001 • Lode-King trailers (2) 53’ & 36’ 1992 • Kenworth Tractor, Kaser & Hankerson Air Compressor, SL Laser projection system & rollertables Containers 54’ & 20’, Lumber dollies, Complete dust collector, Jib & Pillar Crane, 200 Boxes, Tie Plates & Hangers, tools Lumber, Jeager Beams, Parking curbs, Concrete walls retain blocks, (7) Rooms of office equipment & furniture.

MANY ITEMS, TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION For Info:

Goldman Bros. Auctioneers Inc.

P.O. Box 478, Vernon, B.C. Canada, V1T 6M4 Tel: 250-545-6251 • Cell: 250-549-0278 Fax: 250-545-4224 AUCTIONS | LIQUIDATORS | APPRAISERS

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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 / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

www.NorwoodSawmills.com/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. 1-800668-5111 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

Medical Supplies Shoprider Mobility Scooters & Powerchairs. New & Used, New Stair & Platform Lifts, Kel: 250-764-7757 Vernon: 250542-3745 T-free 888-542-3745 www.okmobility.ca

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Misc. for Sale ATTENTION The Capital News cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition.

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Misc. for Sale

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Crafts for Christmas for Sale

Tools

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LOCAL Coin Collector, looking to buy collections, Mint & Proof sets, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins Etc. Any amount. Please Call Chad at 250-863-3082.

Hydraulic Press – 12 ton, $170. Call 778-478-9282

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Refund Policy Our ads are non-refundable when booked for less than 4 weeks (12 issues), when cancelling a 4 week ad you will be refunded in weekly increments only, calculated at the appropriate discount level. Refunds not available for 1/2 price promotion.

Sporting Goods

Watch for our monthly

2996 SW Description of vehicle here.

While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in the Kelowna Capital News are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

BEN HOGAN Irons, 2-SW. $85. Taylor made Rac Irons, $85. Titleist 909D Driver, $90.

Titleist & Mizuno 3 Woods, $60. 250-764-2218

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.

Auctions

PUBLIC AUCTION SALE

Exmark mowers 21” & 26” $100 rebate Navigators $1,000 rebate. Used start up package of Bluebird aerator, dethatcher, JD mowers, Stihl trimmers, blowers etc.

Call Toll Free 877-533-1010

Heavy Duty Machinery

ALL MARCH LONG Pink Tag Sale save up to 50% off the last tag price!

ROOF, FLOOR TRUSS & WALL SYSTEMS

Fruit & Vegetables

Fresh From the Fields

$200 & Under

Landscape Equipment

CHRISTMAS CORNER Advertise your Christmas Specials!

1 issue $28.56 (+HST) 3 issues $66.00 (+HST) 12 issues $192.00 (+HST)

CLASSIFIED REAL ESTATE Picture

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AFTER SCHOOL Activities Guide Play Soccer! 1 issue $28.56 (+HST) Have Fun! 3 issues $66.00 (+HST) Call Dave 12 issues $192.00 (+HST) @ 250-555-(kick) to register

To book your ad call your sales representative at 250-763-7114.

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Real Estate

Real Estate

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Acreage for Sale

Mobile Homes & Parks

Duplex / 4 Plex

Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

$164,020 11.8 acres cabin Arrow Lakes area 250-269-7328 Pic’s email selkirk8@telus.net

Apt/Condos for Sale $126,000 Rutland. Seniors Top Flr. Great view. Secured Parking. MLS Ken Dempsey Remax (250)-717-5000 CLEAN, Bright Top Floor 55+ Condo. Fresh paint. 6 Appliances. $185,900 MLS. Charlene Bertrand Coldwell Banker(250)-870-1870 IMMACULATE 985 sq.ft Condo. 6 appl’s, secure parking, large private patio. $149,000 MLS Charlene Bertrand Coldwell Banker (250)-870-1870 THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.

Houses For Sale

$269,000 Rutland 3bd, 2baths Rancher. 1 gas FP. Fenced yard, MLS. Ken Dempsey Remax (250)-717-5000 $314,000 Downtown with suite 3bdrms 2bths 2 laundry’s 2 FP’s MLS Ken Dempsey Remax (250)-717-5000

PET & FAMILY FRIENDLY Westpoint. 3bd, 1bth, lovely fenced yard w/storage shed, $5000 down, $900/mo including pad rent, OAC or $99,000, no HST. ACCENT HOMES, Call (250)-769-6614

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Mr. Mobile Home Certified Factory Outlet.

Spaces Available, Your location or crawlspace/basement models.

Show homes 1680 Ross Rd. Kelowna 250-769-6614 www.accenthomes.ca

Townhouses THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1BD, $650+utils, close to all amens, NP. AVAIL MAY 1ST Call 250-861-4700 1BD Very Clean. Fresh paint.

Adult Builiding. NS. NP. Walk to DT. or Hospital. Laundry facilities and Utils incl’d Rental Incentives avail. Avail immed. $795. Call 250-878-0119 or 250 878-0136 1 Month FREE! 1Bdrm Apt, 55+, NS, ND, NP, Appliances.

Excellent condition. Gordon Manor near Capri Centre. $775/mo. Includes Strata Fee! Call (250)764-5151 2-bdrm BELGO AREA, Rutland Rd. S. $900 + hydro, f/s/w/d, NO PETS, on bus rte.

250-491-3345, 250-869-9788 2 Bedroom 2 Bath condo near H2O. $1000, utilities extra, NS, NP. 250-317-8990 BROCKTON MANOR. 1 & 2 bedrooms. The large, bright units are a short walk to downtown, hospital, beach & shopping. Transit is right outside the door. Please call us at 250-860-5220 FAIRLANE CRT. 2 & 3 bdrms, heat & hot water incl. Located on Lawrence near Gordon, close to downtown & Capri shopping mall. Please call 250-860-4836 LAKEFRONT 1, 2, & 3 bdrm.

Fully furn’d. Central. Available. to May From $1290 / 30days.

(250)769-4630 www.casaloma.com

MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 4YR. 2.99% 10 YR. 3.99% Trish at 250-470-8324 ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576 THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.

Mobile Homes & Parks $35,500 Rutland 2bdrm.

Comfortable Clean Carport, RV prkng. MLS. Ken Dempsey Remax (250)-717-5000 CANADIAN BUILT SRI home & lot packages available in peaceful Belaire Estates. Hurry, only 9 lots left! Turn key pricing from $110,950.00. Only at Lake Country Modular, 515 Beaver Lake Road, Kelowna. Toll free 1-866-7662214 www.LCMhomes.com PANORAMIC VIEW. #13142440 Old Okanagan Hwy. 3bd, 2bth+ den. AC, gas FP, fenced yard in SIERRAS. Quick possession. $199,000, no HST. ACCENT HOMES, 250-7696614

MILL CREEK ESTATES. Various floor plans avail. 1, 2 & 3 bdrms within walking distance of the Parkinson rec center, Apple Bowl, Kelowna Golf & Country Club & Spall Plaza.

250-860-4836. millcreekestates@shaw.ca ROTH Towers, 1938 Pandosy St. 2bd suite, 6-storey concrete building, on bus rt., near hospital, lake & Downtown.

Heat & hot water incl. $895.

Call 250-878-7953 WILLOW PARK MANOR. Aurora and Hollywood. 1 & 2 bdrms. Steps away from Willow Park shopping center, transit & the other shops of Rutland. Direct bus route to UBCO. 12-15mins. 250-7633654

3BD & 2BD, 2 full bath, livingrm, diningrm, kitchen, 5appls, all window blinds, 2 balconies, garage. NP. Avail April 1. Call 250-860-8583 3BD, BBQ, yard, FP, laundry.

Glenmore Resp. tenant. $1070 + utils March 1. 250-763-7869.

3 bedroom in upper level of 1/2 duplex. Large clean unit.

1250 square feet. Two bathrooms, shared laundry, dishwasher, large fenced yard, covered parking spot, deck, air conditioning. Located in central Rutland. $1,200 plus shared utilities. Non-smoking, no parties, pets negotiable.

Email kparnell@shaw.ca.

GOOD side x side duplex near Cosco, ideal for responsible family, 4bd+den, 2bth, rec room, appliances, blinds, fenced yard, NS, NP, May 1. $1225 /mo. Call 250-769-5871 NICE Rancher style 1/2 duplex, 2bd, 1.5bth, hrdwd flrs, 5appls, close to Cottonwoods. $950+utils. Prefer NS, NP, wrking or retired couple. 250764-2057 or 250-212-9189

Misc for Rent MONTH to Month parking.

Christleton Ave, directly south of the KGH parkade. $56/mo.

Contact Robert at 250-7636789, Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm.

Mobile Homes & Pads Fully serviced RV on Acreage with 23 ft Trailer or bring your own RV.$500 (250)765-3577

Homes for Rent 2BD Mobile on private property, newly reno’d, KLO area, working couple pref, max 2 people, NS, small pet neg. $875+utils. 250-762-6627 2BDRM, Winfield, country setting, NP, NS, prof couple/single, ref’s. April 1st, $1100 utils & cable incl. 250-317-2279 3bd, 2bth House in Ellison, close to school, very quiet, city & lake view. $1100+utils. NP, NS. March 15. 250-448-6541 3BDRM House, close to all ammenities, $1100. NS, NP. Old Glenmore. 250-470-7291

4bdrm 1.5 bath renovated hobby farm/home on 28 beautiful acres in Lumby backing onto Crown Land, detached garage/shop,fs/wd.$3000+utils DD required.Responsible renters. Avail Apr 1. 250-769-1230 AVAIL APRIL 1st. $1200 mo.

Steps to Lake Ok. Clean, bright 2 bdrm Rancher. Lge lot, new flooring, laundry/mud room. All appls, gas F/P, air cond, sunroom/dining or den, garage. Located in beautiful Fintry, a serene lakeside community approx. 40 min to Kelowna or Vernon. N/S, pet neg. refs req’d. Prefer long term.

Call Leeann at 250-769-3065 or Kristi at 1-604-862-8039.

BRIGHT 3 Bed Half Duplex Avail Now or May 1. 1425 Highland Dr S 1 year lease for a Bright 3 Bed 2 Bath. Large Deck with Huge Yard. Walking Dist to Dtown and near bus routes. Small Pets OK with approval. Freshly Painted includes W, D, DW, F, S. $1350 per month For appt to view call (780)505-1980 DT 2+1BD hse for rent or sale R6 lot. Lrg deck, f,s, longterm pref. NP, Nparty, ND,middle age pref. Ref’s DD, $1200 +utils. 250-860-1038. May 1st MAIN floor, absolutely beautiful open concept 3bdrm 1 bath + family room all appls, w/d gas stove, single garage, beautiful yard, A/C, BI-Vac Must like yard, pets welcome Rutland area. $1450/mo Avail. May 1st (250)878-3072 RUTLAND - 3bdrm, 2baths, near school/bus. Very nice, quiet neighborhood Avail. now.

NP, $1300/mo + utils. Call 250-765-3002, 250-863-5616 Spacious top floor. 4bd+den, 2bth. Living & diningrm, kitchen, family room, double garage, appls incl, gas FP. Across from KGH, close to schools, shopping, beach & bus. Feb 1. $1500 on short term lease.

Utilities not included.

Call Marita @ 250-860-4836

4BD. 3 baths $1400 NP. NS. E.Kel. near bus Call Paramjit 250-878-5761, or 250-3175047 or 250-860-2297

250-763-7114 TO BOOK YOUR AD

Refund Policy Our ads are non-refundable when booked for less than 4 weeks (12 issues), when cancelling a 4 week ad you will be refunded in weekly increments only, calculated at the appropriate discount level. Refunds not available for 1/2 price promotion.

Office/Retail HWY 97 North, 1800sq’ of retail, 1500-3300sq’ of indust. & compound.

Rutland area.

2000sq’ Retail. 250-765-3295 NEWLY reno’d office space, w/lake view. 700sq.ft. $750 + T.N. 250-768-9083 Westbank

Rooms for Rent #1 Available, Furn’d. Quiet DT area,Int,Cbl/Utils. WD. Wrking/ studnt/senior $400+ 861-5757

FURNISHED bedroom & kitchen, private entry, NS student or wrking female pref. $500.

250-861-6587 Room for rent. Furn’d bdrm, $475/mo.Also Trailer, $500/mo Call 250-317-2546

Senior Assisted Living

FOR SALE BY OWNER SPECIAL

ONLY $74.99 plus HST 1 col x 2” size with or without picture for 3 insertions (Reg Price $196.25)

Duplex / 4 Plex

Call your classified representative today!

2 BDRM, 1.5 bath, 1220 sq.ft., side by side 4-plex, $850/mo hydro extra, West Kelowna, avail April 1, 250-212-1282 or 250-212-9447, 2BD w/bsmnt, reno’d, nr school, Rutland, NS, NP, ref req’d, $900+utils. 250-8611059 6-8 pm.

250-763-7114 THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.

Suites, Lower

BE the first to rent this West Kelowna suite with 2 large bedrooms overlooking the lake. Work in your home office sit by fireplace or do laundry in your suite. Lrg fenced back yard. All for $950/mo + shared utils. Non smoking suite. To view send email to dhenke@kelhisc.com or Call (250)768-4947 FULLY Furn’d, near Costco, utils, int, W/D incl. 1 person only, bath & kitch. upstairs, $480/mo. Annette 869-1867.

LRG, bright, 1000sq’, lndry, suiteable for 1 person, NS, NP, located in Mission Flats. $690 incl utils & Sat. May 1.

Call 250-764-1178 PRIV bdrm, bth, mainflr suite to rent, 5 mins to downtown in fully furnished lakefront home.

Full use of all amens, lndry, kitchen etc. cbl, wl int, all utils incl, prking, NS, NP, NP. Ref’s req’d. $800, $400 DD. Avail Immed - June 30th 2012. Single occupant only. Maryanne, 250-870-2632 WINFIELD spac 3 bdrm gas f/p ldry beautiful country setting lakeview. NS/NP, school bus rte $1070. 250-766-0499

1BD. 900sf., full ba., f/s, int/cble.,May1, ns, np, nprtys, 1 person $700. Cpl. $800.

250-765-1623 after 5pm.

1BD bright WO w/patio, full kit., NS, NP, $700. Avail now.

Close to UBCO. 250-765-7757 1BDRM Bright Beautiful gr level sep entry fr st internet, bus rte $650 utils incl’d. 10 min to UBCO NS NP Avail April 1st (778)753-0301 1BDRM, living room & 1 bath.

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1964 Caddy 2dr H.T. $3500, 1973 Caddy 4dr HT $1500 drives, 1974 Spitfire Triumph Convertible $3000.

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Individuals or Companies listed below, take notice that Mario’s Towing Ltd, 3015 Sexsmith Rd., Kelowna BC, claims a lien pursuant to the WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT R.S.B.C. 1979 CA427 and amendment thereto, on your vehicles listed below. If the amount owed is not sooner paid, the below described vehicles will be sold on/after April 13th, 2012 at 9:00 to recover the amount owed, plus the cost of sale.

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We are taking an educated guess at her breed, so if you feel she would make a great fit for your family come down and spend some time with her.

9 MOS 3 WEEKS ENGLISH SHEPHERD X NEUTERED MALE Jake is a shy herding breed looking for his forever home. He needs socialization and exercise to channel the breeds desire to ‘enforce the rules’ and not become too bossy.

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Goliath is a beautiful, muscular pitty looking for his new ‘forever home.’

As with most dogs of his breed, he is excitable and will need an owner who is experienced and capable of providing the consistent leadership he needs. Goliath is very friendly, good with people, always looking for hugs and attention and would love to be a big lap dog. Please research the breed and ask our staff for more info and and introduction to him.

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Oprah came in with her bro “Tuffy”.

She is an absolute DIVA cat who loves attention and will roll onto her back and beg for it. She has a quiet demeanor and would suit any kind of household, although an active one would suit her best, as she has a bit of weight to lose. Oprah would be a rewarding companion and she would love to spend some time meeting you at the shelter.

Sparky is a real delight. He walks well on leash, enjoys a good back scratch and loves to be loved! He also gets a kick out of swimming and car/truck rides. He can be possessive of his toys, does know his basic commands but could benefit from shedding a few pounds. He still has a lot of life left in him, so come down and spend some time with him.

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Silver came to us with her kittens.

She proved to be a wonderful cat with a great personality while in foster care. She got along with the foster dogs (but we aren’t sure about all canines), and she is OK with cats, but has a slight dominant side so would do best in a home where she would be the only feline.

Silver loves to cuddle and has a playful side to her. Please come down for a meet and greet if you have the ideal home for her.

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5 YEARS 2 MOS DOMESTIC MED HAIR SPAYED FEMALE

Meatball came to us with another cat and introduced himself quite nicely to the other residents, so we know he has a laid back demeanor and enjoys the company of other cats. He is an adorable cuddlebug who purrs away with eyes half closed. He is a VERY friendly boy who would make a wonderful childrens or first cats for a loving family. Please come down and get to know him.

WE ARE SO PROUD OF MIRACLE! She was terrified, with no social skills...but we have seen her warm up when given love and time. Now she purrs, kneads her feet, winks at you and LOVES to be scratched on her back. We feel a QUIET home would be best with NO DOGS, NO CHILDREN, as they really scare her.

If you have what it takes to give this sweetie a second chance at a goodlife, come down and meet her.

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CAPITAL NEWS

CUISINE from Jude’s kitchen spring is sprouting Even though the grass may not be ‘riz’, the calendar says spring has sprung, and little sprouts of green stuff can’t be far behind.

Not all are edible, but lots are. For instance, one of the first bits of green to appear from the frozen earth is chives, and they are fantastic paired with eggs, because of their delicate flavour.

Of course, as soon as the last frost has made its appearance, the asparagus pop up, and we’re lucky here in the Okanagan to be able to forage for wild asparagus.

Eggs are so adaptable that it’s quite possible to serve them for breakfast, lunch or dinner, particularly combined in an omelet or fritatta with seasonal vegetables, such as chives and asparagus, and I’m a big fan of adding mushrooms to eggs.

Cheese is also a good addition, and voila, you’ve got a complete meal, nutritionally, with just a whole grain biscuit or piece of toast on the side.

With spring we can enjoy a parade of baby vegetables, including micro greens, tiny herb leaves, radish and beet greens, spinaches and a range of little lettuce leaves, in all colours and textures, as well as baby vegies themselves, from little carrots to radishes and peas.

It makes me hungry just thinking of what’s just ahead of us.

Now is the time to get some of your favourite herbs started on the windowsill, ready to plant outside in a pot or the garden as soon as the nights aren’t so cool. They make an incredible difference to all kinds of dishes, allowing you to reduce your use of salt to add flavour to everything you make.

They really kick up the flavour of a simple salad, and for colour, you can even add flowers such as tiny violets or violas or the petals of roses, lilac or lavender, nasturtiums and calendulas. Do first make sure the flower you’re thinking of adding to a salad or other dish is safe to eat!

There are lots more recipes for seasonal produce in my new book, Jude’s Kitchen, published by the Okanagan Institute and available wherever books are sold. It’s organized by the seasons, too, so you can find what’s fresh locally as you work your way through it.

Omelet of Spring The great thing about eggs is that you can combine them with all sorts of fresh, seasonal vegetables, herbs and cheeses, and serve them at any time of the day.

4 eggs 2 green onions 1 c. (250 ml) baby spinach leaves 4 mushrooms 4 stalks of asparagus 1/2 c. (125 ml) Swiss cheese fresh chives to garnish 1 tbsp. (15 ml) butter salt and pepper, to taste Beat the eggs in a small bowl and chop up the green onions, spinach, mushrooms and asparagus and

JUDIE STEEVES / CAPITAL NEWS

Pork & Rice with Asparagus This is a meal in one pot, so it is really quick and simple, and there are just a few dirty dishes, but it has lots of flavour and nutrition.

set them aside. Grate the cheese and mince the chives.

Melt the butter in a mid-sized pan over medium heat and add the mushrooms, cooking and stirring for a few minutes. Add the green onions, then the baby spinach leaves, turning them about until they’re just wilted. Add the chopped asparagus and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Pour beaten eggs evenly over the vegetables and top with grated cheese. Cover the pan and cook for a few minutes, until the eggs are set on top and the cheese is melted.

Garnish with snipped chives and cut into wedges to serve.

Serves 2-4.

1 lb. (454 g) boneless pork 1 link of chorizo sausage drizzle of oil 1 onion 4 mushrooms 2 celery stalks 1/2 red pepper 1/2 a small zucchini 5 tomatoes 2 garlic cloves 1 tsp. (5 ml) hot sauce 1 c. (250 ml) white rice 1 c. (250 ml) chicken stock 1 tbsp. (15 ml) fresh rosemary 1 tsp. (5 ml) dried thyme salt and pepper, to taste 2 c. (500 ml) baby spinach leaves 12 stalks asparagus Cut boneless pork such as chops or steaks into bite-

sized chunks.

Slice hot Italian sausage into small pieces.

Chop onions, mushrooms, celery, pepper, zucchini and tomatoes and mince garlic.

Brown the pork briefly in a drizzle of oil over medium heat in a deep frypan with a tight-fitting lid or a Dutch oven. Add minced garlic partway through.

Remove meat and garlic and add onions. Stir about until they begin to soften and then add mushrooms and celery and chorizo.

Cook for a few minutes, and add the pepper, zucchini, tomatoes (You could substitute a half tin of plum tomatoes), and hot sauce.

Stir it all together and heat for a minute or two before adding the rice, hot chicken stock, minced herbs, salt and pepper. Return the meat to the pan.

Combine and return to bubbling before covering tightly and putting into a 350 F oven, or turning the heat down to low.

Cook for 15 or 20 minutes, then stir in chopped asparagus and add fresh baby spinach on top and let sit (or cook, depending on whether the rice is done) for five minutes or so before serving.

Serves 4.

Contact Jude’s Kitchen at The Kelowna Capital News, 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. , V1X 7K2; jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

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