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BCFGA president wants peace with tree fruit co-op
Judie Steeves
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Mending fences will be one of the priorities for the coming year, according to the new president of the B.C. Fruit Growers Association, Jeet Dhukia of Vernon, who was elected last weekend. It has been a year of turmoil for the 124-year-old lobby group for B.C.’s orchardists, as it elected its first East Indian president last year, then watched as he took on his co-op packinghouse and was ejected for not living up to his contract, finally resigning from his position as president last month. Dhukia has committed to reinstating friendly relations with the Okanagan Tree Fruit Cooperative, and says he would even like to work with that organization to support it in applying for funds from senior governments so the co-op can update its outdated facilities. In a report to growers Jeet Dhukia at the convention, co-op general manager Alan Tyabji said it will be amalgamating with B.C. Tree Fruits this year, in order to realize some tax savings as the co-op moves to liquidate some of its unused properties. “The packinghouse is not in a good position right now to update,” said Dhukia, so it’s important that the two organizations work together to modernize facilities. “Growers need better returns.” Another priority for the new president will be on efforts to quantify the economic cost to the tree fruit industry of the Columbia River Treaty which was signed in 1964 and which comes up for notice of termination or renewal next year. Dhukia says the water stored as part of the treaty, which is focused on provision of electricity, not irrigation water, has actually permitted the apple industry in Washington State to expand from three times that of B.C., to 40 times that of B.C. “We are working on establishing what that treaty has cost us,” he said. See Peace A10
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Shari Lowther, executive director of Friendly People’s Single Family and Seniors’ Food Bank, stocks a bin with various canned goods. Lowther says the first two-and-a-half months of operation have been difficult as the new food bank attempts to separate itself from a former Westside single family and seniors’ food bank that had its charitable status revoked last year. See story A6 .
▼ WOOD LAKE
Oceola club calls for kokanee fishing ban Kevin Parnell STAFF REPORTER
The Oceola Fish and Game Club is calling for an outright ban on kokanee fishing in Wood Lake until officials can determine
why the numbers of spawning kokanee plunged last year in the popular Central Okanagan fishery. Fish counts done by the Oceola Club last fall were drastically lower than in past years, prompt-
ing the club to make the motion at its annual general meeting last week. “We’re quite concerned over the dip in kokanee numbers,” said Oceola Fish and Game Club vice-president Pat Whittingham.
“We don’t think that fishing is the number one contributor but until the situation is resolved, maybe every little bit would help.” See Ban A11
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Replica gun used in recycling robbery Wade Paterson STAFF REPORTER
A man is in custody after pointing a replica handgun at two people in an alley Saturday afternoon near the intersection of Richter Street and Wardlaw Avenue. Dean Schaffler was gathering empty bottles and cans when he knocked on the door of a house he had been to before. “We know the gentleman who owns that house,” said Schaffler. “He gives us his bottles all the time.” After no one immediately answered the door, Schaffler said he began to walk away when a man who he had never seen before began talking to him. “Some mouthpiece (was) telling us to get the f__ out of here.” He said the man continued to threaten him and the woman who he was with. “We started walking away and he walked around the corner with a handgun and mockingly shot us with it.” Schaffler said he immediately phoned police. Another witness said at least seven police cars attended the scene. According to Staff Sgt. Blake MacLeod, the suspect ended up exiting the residence on his own and was arrested without incident. A replica handgun was seized from the residence. Schaffler explained he didn’t know whether or not the gun was real at the time, but had to assume the worst. “I was scared for my life. You never know what certain people are capable of, whether or not they’re at the point of snapping,” he said. He said this incident won’t stop him from taking a similar route to collect bottles in the future. “I don’t let goofs like that deter me.” The investigation is ongoing and the suspect was to appear before a judicial Justice of the Peace, via phone Sunday morning, to face numerous charges. wpaterson@kelownacapnews.com
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Car bomb explodes in parking lot Wade Paterson STAFF REPORTER
A vehicle fire that occurred near the parking lot beside Christopher’s restaurant Jan. 11 was a result of what police are describing as a “low-order explosive device.” “A high-order (explosive device) would’ve likely created more physical damage to the ground and the surroundings, this was really contained to the vehicle itself,” said Kelowna
RCMP Const. Kris Clark. The car bomb was detonated in the early morning hours of Jan. 11 and police do not believe it to be a random act of vandalism. Clark wouldn’t reveal who the vehicle belonged to and said there is no indication at this point to suggest it was gang-related. “There’s no indication for motive as of yet,” said Clark. He added this is the first instance of a car bomb he has come across
during his career as a Mountie. “I’ve seen vehicle fires, arson specifically, to vehicles, which was targeted. We have seen specific damage, vandalism, to specific vehicles. But certainly nothing where an explosive device was used that I recall.” Although no one was injured in the incident, Clark noted the public could have potentially been in danger. “Such an act could lead to unintended per-
sons being injured. Due to the nature of the incident, there’s a concussive force, which can send broken glass and result in flames as well. “Due to the serious nature of the incident, it’s our highest priority to solve it in order to ensure public safety.” The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300. wpaterson @kelownacapnews.com
Former Cap News publisher dies Jennifer Smith
saw him grow the business extensively, increasing print The former owner runs, circulation of the Capital News, and the physical Graham Takoff, size of its offices. passed away Sunday Until 1970, the in his sleep. He was Capital News pub81 years old. lished once a week, Takoff was the but within his first son-in-law of Les eight years, Takoff Kerry, who started increased its coverup the Capital News age to two times per Graham Takoff in 1930. He married week, then three Kerry’s daughter, Jane, times per week as busiand worked as an advertising ness took off. salesman and reporter for 10 years The physical location of the before assuming the reigns as paper was also moved twice under publisher. his leadership. The first move took His 23-year term at the helm us to the base of Bernard Avenue STAFF REPORTER
and the second, in 1990, brought it to its Enterprise Way location to accommodate a growing staff and new offset press—a far cry from the hand-cranked Gestetner duplicator his father-in-law used to print the first issues. “The highlight during the 33 years I was with the Capital News was coming to work every day,” Takoff said in a story for the Millenium supplement published by the Capital News in 2000. “Boy, we had some characters over the years, but we had a lot of fun too.” When Takoff sold the paper in 1993, ending 63 years of the familyowned operation, it was the largest privately-owned community newspaper in Western Canada.
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Public Notice Public Hearing
City Hall 1435 Water Street Kelowna, BC V1Y 1J4 250 469-8500
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(e OF) Steele road
Correspondence, petitions and e-mails relating to this application must include your name and civic address. Petitions should be signed by each individual and show the address and/ or legal description of the property he or she believes would be affected by the proposal. Correspondence and petitions received between January 15, 2013 and 4pm on Monday, January 28, 2013 shall be copied and circulated to City Council for consideration at the public hearing.
A portion of Part 8.1 acres more or less of the South West ¼, Section 29 shown outlined green on Plan B4787, Towship 29, SDYD Bylaw No. 10793 (OCP12-0019) Bylaw No. 10794 (Z12-0057)
Notice is given that City Council will hold a public hearing on: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 6pm Kelowna city Hall, 1435 Water Street council chambers Council will hear representations from the public who deem an interest in the properties affected by proposed amendments to Official Community Plan Bylaw 10500 and Zoning Bylaw 8000 for:
(n OF) Steele road and 1450 Steele road A portion of Lot A, Sections 20 and 29, Township 29, SDYD, Plan KAP44335, Except Plan KAP92565 and Lot 1, Section 29, Township 29, SDYD, Plan EPP23066 Bylaw No. 10791 (OCP12-0018) Bylaw No. 10792 (Z12-0058) The applicant is proposing to amend the Official Community Plan and rezone a portion of the subject property in order to accommodate the proposed single family subdivision located in “The Ponds” neighbourhood and to further enhance the neighbourhood’s natural features and trail infrastructure Official community Plan amendment: To change the Future Land Use designation from the S2RES – Single/Two Unit Residential designation, the S2RESH – Single/Two Unit Residential - Hillside designation, the MRC – Multiple Unit Residential – Cluster designation and the PARK – Major Park and Open Space designation to the S2RES – Single/Two Unit Residential designation and the PARK – Major Park and Open Space designation. (See Map “A-OCP12-0018”) requested zoning change: From the A1 – Agriculture 1 zone to the RU1 – Large Lot Housing zone and the P3 – Parks & Open Space zone. (See Map “B-Z12-0058”) Owner/applicant: Vincent & Pamela Blaskovich and Mair Developments Ltd. Inc. No. BC075083 / The Creeks Kelowna
The applicant is proposing to amend the Official Community Plan and rezone a portion of the subject property in order to accommodate the proposed single family subdivision located in “The Ponds” neighbourhood. Official community Plan amendment: To change the Future Land Use designation from the: - S2RESH – Single/Two Unit Residential – Hillside designation to the S2RES – Single/Two Unit Residential designation; - S2RES – Single/Two Unit Residential designation to the S2RESH – Single/Two Unit Residential – Hillside designation; and - S2RESH – Single/Two Unit Residential – Hillside designation to the PARK – Major Park and Open Space designation. (See Map “A-OCP12-0019”) requested zoning change: From the A1 – Agriculture 1 zone to the RU3 – Small Lot Housing zone, P3 – Parks & Open Space zone and the A1 – Agriculture 1 zone. (See Map “B-Z12-0057”) Owner/applicant: Interval Investment Inc., Inc. No. 196442 / The Creeks Kelowna
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Subject Property Notes:
The public may review copies of the proposed bylaws, Council reports and related materials online at kelowna.ca/council or at the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall from 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday, as of January 15, 2013 and up to and including January 29, 2013.
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- Rezone a portion of the Subject Property from (A1) Agricultural to P3 Parks and Open Space
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Revamped West Kelowna food bank looks for fresh start
Wade Paterson
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The first two-and-ahalf months of operation have been an uphill battle for Friendly People’s Single Family and Senior’s Food Bank. Along with informing residents it’s officially open and ready to help those in need, the Westside’s newest food bank has endured the added challenge of separating itself from a controversial former charity of a simi-
lar name. The Canada Revenue Agency revoked Bette’s Single Family and Senior’s Food Bank of its charitable status in September, 2012, noting the amount of money spent on food was significantly low. At the time, owner Bette Ladd said she would appeal the decision. But, according to Shari Lowther, executive director of Friendly People’s Single Family and Senior’s Food Bank, Ladd is done with the
charity and has no association with the new food bank. “Bette has absolutely nothing to do with it anymore at all. She has gone into full retirement,” said Lowther. The only things the new food bank seems to have in common with Ladd’s former charity is the location and the focus on single families and seniors. Lowther noted Friendly People’s has taken several steps to prove to the
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ilies and seniors. “There are a lot of single mothers and fathers who are struggling to get by and help their kids. “I know there are a lot of people out there having hardships, but our single parents seem to be struggling the most, trying to stay afloat. “Seniors have always had a special place in my heart…some of them are struggling as well.” Along with the food bank aspect, Friendly People’s has started a youth program to help out children in single-parent families. “One of the things we’re doing now, a pen-
nies from heaven drive, (collects) coins to put toward jiu jitsu lessons for the kids. The local club here is willing to donate (in some manner) to help the kids. “We’re starting to work with different clubs as well; we’re starting to get things organized.” Friendly People’s held its inaugural bottle drive, along with a tent sale, Saturday in an effort to raise proceeds for the youth program. “We’re trying to build that up, we need to be able to help those kids. I’ve got some educational programs lined up for them as well as some more so-
cial activities to keep them busy.” According to the new food bank’s website, the youth program will likely be running by April 1. Lowther added the nonprofit society also plans to work with the United Way to provide transit tickets for those in need and is currently discussing ways it can work with the Westside Community Food Bank to cooperatively benefit residents in need. For more information, including drop-off times and regular business hours, visit friendlypeoples.ca.
Kelowna and Scottsdale officials are discovering their respective communities have plenty in common. Following a three-day series of meetings, presentations and round-table discussions in the Arizona city last week, hosted by the Kelowna Scottsdale Business Council, it was revealed a number of education, medical research, entrepreneurship and tourism initiatives are already under way. The council, set up to look at ways the two city’s can work together, especially through tourism and business, hosted the first Kelowna-Scottsdale summit last week in Scottsdale. The summit followed last September’s visit here
by Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane and a delegation from the city, which is a suburb of Phoenix. Kelowna Mayor Walter Gray, who led the local delegation, called the connection between the two cities much more than a typical sister-city relationship. “We want to realize real-life, collaborative partnerships that benefit both cities right away,” said Gray. The Kelowna Scottsdale Business Council’s mission is to assist and facilitate the commercial and social interaction of individuals, companies, and organizations in pursuing cross-border relationships to increase business, and support trade growth and investment.
“This summit is all about business and driving relevant connections to bring the synergy together quickly and practically,” said Lane. Last week’s schedule included presentations by John Taft of RBC, and Mark Dewane, president of the Scottsdale Business Development Forum, who spoke on the value of cross-border alliances between the two regions. The tour portion included visits to DIRTT Environmental Technology, which maintains offices and factories in both Kelowna and Phoenix. Other visits included the Scottsdale Cure Corridor and the famous Mayo Clinic, as well as Scottsdale Airpark. Officials said one of the most important meetings took place Friday via video conference between Gray, deputy vice-chancellor and principal of UBC Okanagan Deborah Buszard, Janice Kleinwort, Jim Cook and Todd Hardy, senior representatives of Arizona State University Skysong innovation centre. Common ground was
reportedly found in entrepreneurship programs, the North American Law Degree program and possible participation in recent ASU and Mayo Clinic plans for a joint medical school in Scottsdale. The council says residents of both cities can expect to see consumer-driven benefits of the new relationship between the two cities as early as this spring. Recognizing opposite tourism seasons, the M Club golf properties organization is already in discussion with several Okanagan golf clubs, including Predator Ridge, to arrange what it is calling “advantageous” reciprocal usage. It is expected that a number of golf clubs and resorts in both Scottsdale and Kelowna will join the program over time. Gray said at the conclusion of the summit in Scottsdale, he and other Kelowna representatives were taken on a tour of the world-famous Barrett Jackson automobile auction. “It was amazing. Cars for as far as you could see,” sa id Gray on Monday.
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Destructive partiers leave their mark on rental house Jennifer Smith STAFF REPORTER
A family in the Upper Mission is in shock this week after finding their rental house trashed by party-goers bent on destruction. Katie Poppy says she and her boyfriend, Makal Mann, were away at Big White, and her young sons were with their father Saturday evening when the party at their Lark Road home began, ostensibly under the invittation of her boyfriend’s 17-year-old son who had been asked to feed and
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walk their dogs. “We’re just collecting stories right now as to what happened,” said Poppy, noting Mann’s son has not been arrested or charged with anything to date. RCMP were unavailable to comment on or confirm the arrests all day Monday, but Poppy said she has been told a paddywagon was involved. While Poppy has heard a lengthy video of the entire incident has been posted on Facebook, she has not seen it. The couple spent Monday setting up tem-
porary accommodations with family and trying to track down the clothes and basics they need to return to work. “Somehow it ended up that there were over 150 people in the house,” said Poppy. “And it was pretty much destroyed.” The homeowner has insurance, meaning Poppy and Mann will likely only be responsible for the deductible, but the couple themselves had yet to obtain renter’s insurance and are out of pocket for most, if not all, of their belongings. The losses include
computers, which were stolen, a brand new television smashed which her children received for Christmas and all of their clothes and food. The children’s furniture was found on the roof of another house, the white carpets were tarnished and there are blood stains on the walls. The couple have been told several fights occurred over the course of the event. The house was also egged throughout and the party-goers urinated on her children’s toys. “We were angry when we came home, but when
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n the sporting world, there’s a sure sign when things aren’t going well for a team: Players begin to point fingers at their teammates and find fault with decisions made by management. The same holds true for politics, which has become a blood sport in Boundary-Similkameen. A huge and apparently insurmountable rift has developed between the B.C. Liberal Party and John Slater, the riding’s MLA, along with much of the local party executive. So bit-
ter has the relationship become that Slater has quit the Liberal caucus and vowed to run in the spring election as an independent. Problems developed when the Liberal party refused to endorse Slater’s candidacy papers that had been filed in September. Party officials would only cite personal issues that would impact Slater’s ability to represent the party. However, whispers and speculation indicated that a drinking problem was behind
the Liberals’ decision to oust Slater. For his part, Slater denies having a problem with alcohol, and by all indications the former Osoyoos mayor remains popular with his constituents. It is more than a little ironic that Slater claimed the Liberal nomination in 2009 after the party turfed Joe Cardoso. Slater ended up winning that election by just over 800 votes over the NDP’s Lakhvinder Jhaj — a total no doubt made closer by the strong showing of Cardoso, who ran as a Conservative.
Whatever the reason, the party infighting seems almost certain to strip Boundary-Similkameen from the Liberals’ grasp. And with Adrian Dix and the NDP leading handily in all the polls only a few months out from the election, one would expect the Liberals to fight tooth and nail to hang on to every potential path to victory. But the battle now raging in Boundary-Similkameen has made that path a little more narrow. —Penticton Western News
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work in a dying industry—or so many would have you believe. The death of newspapers has been predicted with the advent of every new technology over the last 100 years, from radio, television,computers and the Internet. But, if you are reading this in a newspaper that you are holding—as opposed to on a computer screen— you’ll know the newspaper, as a vehicle for information dissemination, is not dead yet.
There’s no doubt about it, the number of formats available to get news has increased. The web has given people the instant access promised Alistair by the arrival of 24Waters hour television news in early 1980s. Via the web, you can out find pretty much everything you want to know, or don’t want to know, with a few clicks of a computer mouse, a touchpad or, as many are doing these days, the swipe of your thumb on a smartphone screen. But if newspapers are in fact dying
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and not just restructuring, they are taking a long time to kick the bucket. Business models have changed over the years but that’s not new. Cuts have been made as a reaction to market conditions and, yes, some newspapers have closed. With more outlets chasing shrinking advertising budgets, the dollars are getting harder to grab. But that’s the business side of newspapers. In any economy, businesses come and go. The essence of a newspaper, however, is news. After all, we don’t call them “adpapers.” (In fairness to my advertising brethren, money generated by ad sales does help pay the bills.)
But, to borrow a phrase from Mark Twain, the rumours of the newspaper’s death has been “greatly exaggerated.” And even those who would hasten the newspaper’s demise are hedging their bets. Take the Central Okanagan Regional District as an example. Based on environmental grounds, it wants you to stop reading this and all other newspapers. They say they clutter the landfill if not recycled properly. So how does the CORD spread its message? It advertises in newspapers because, it admits, that’s the best way to get that message out. Meanwhile, many websites use information generated by newspaper
reporters because they don’t have the resources or inclination to do the legwork themselves. Meanwhile, just about every news organization has its own website to publish its own information. So, despite all this talk of the death of newspapers, there appears to still be some life left in them and room for them in this world that relies as much on information as it does all those other basic necessities of life. The profit margins may not as big as they once were, but people are still reading. Alistair Waters is the assistant editor of the Capital News. awaters@kelownacapnews.com
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Nobody listening on pipeline decision To the editor: Re: Column by Tom Fletcher (Inconvenient Truth of Oil Pollution, Jan. 18, Capital News) Responsible reporting it was not. Fletcher focused on one area of study with many variables and large margins for error. It was a lot of bafflegab. Does Fletcher work for Black Press or the government of China? Big oil, Petro China, En-
bridge and the Conservative federal government must have got through to him. You cannot convince anyone that Environment Canada is unbiased. Who sponsored studies by the “other scientists?” Reporting by The New York Times and BBC may have been sensationalized, but it was true. How many times must the message be heard? We don’t
need or want Enbridge’s Northern Gateway or any increase in oil tanker traffic on our West Coast. It could be suggested that the oil sands product be refined at or near the source, sold to Canadians at a reasonable price and China could use the profit to buy oil from other sources that already have heavy tanker traffic and polluted coastlines. Has this been given any consideration?
Enbridge and the federal government are determined to give in to China. Both talk a lot about the environment, but they don’t really care. When the first spill or disaster happens, the Enbridge officials behind this decision will have received their huge severance packages and the MPs will be on their multi-million dollar pensions. Fred Anderson, Kelowna
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Canada could learn a lesson from Norway To the editor: In her recent letter, (PM Applauded for Oil Company Deal Decision, Dec. 11, Capital News), Jennifer Tassone fails to tell the full story on foreign investment. Tassone stated foreign investment in the Alberta tar sands is on our terms. What good are our terms when the democracy and sovereignty of Canada are subservient to corporate rule? Agreements like The North American Free Trade Agreement and now the Canada-China Foreign Investment Protection Agreement aren’t really about trade. The real purpose behind both trade agreements is to weaken democracy and sovereignty to elevate investor/corporate rights over the democratic will of the people. Foreign corporations can sue our federal governments but they can’t sue the corporations. Disputes are settled by secret tribu-
nals bypassing Canadian courts and laws. Corporations—not governments—become the decision-makers, our actual rulers. The treasonous concept that corporate rights and greed trump democratic rights was crafted into the 1992 NAFTA negotiated by prime minister Brian Mulroney’s government. Now the Stephen Harper government is following the lead of undermining Canadian democracy and sovereignty. The Harper government railroaded the Canada-China FIPA through, without public and parliamentary debate. Also, this 31year agreement is signed but there is no mention of a termination clause if Canadians get ripped off. To avoid scrutiny by Canadians, the arrogant, deceitful Harper government hides behind silence and stealth. Unlike Canada, Norway didn’t surrender its oil patch to
foreign corporations. Norway is a world model in properly managing its oil industry through direct government ownership. As a result, the Norwegian government has no debt, but rather a massive surplus. Norway has a higher standard of living, way ahead of debt-ridden Canada or the U.S. Tassone stated that due to our relatively small population, foreign capital is necessary to ensure Canada remains a leading exporter in the oil and energy sector. This is a myth. There is lots of capital in Canada. Furthermore, there are ways the federal government could raise capital such as restoring the Bank of Canada to its original purpose as in 1935. From it, the federal government has the power to borrow huge amounts of money essentially interest free. Also, such funds can be available to provincial and municipal governments.
Freedom from the bondage of compound interest would reduce all government debt. As the debt of governments goes down, taxes would go down resulting in a huge surplus of capital. Despite having a smaller population, Norway is self-sufficient in its own capital. Because the Norwegian government wisely manages all aspects of its oil resources, Norwegians get benefits which are almost free—university education, medicare, pharmacare, denticare, child daycare, affordable housing, etc. Also, from oil sales the Norwegian government has $656 billion (US) in its reserve fund for future public benefits. Norwegians are one of the most happy, content, stable, equal, advanced and financially secure societies in the world. So fellow Canadians, why not move Canada forward by adopting Norway’s model for success? Robert Cichocki, Kelowna
Liberal ‘propaganda’ Establishment of secular sobriety group hailed as embracing option called deceptive To the editor: The other night while watching Global News from Vancouver, the news broadcast ran a story on the homeless sleeping out in the open now that the temperature is falling. Later in the broadcast came the Liberal ad about how well their government is doing for the populace under the auspices of B.C. has the lowest personal income tax in Canada and their job creation program for the future. The ad conveniently neglected to mention user fees. My immediate thought was if they took the $15 million of our money that these ads are worth and instead utilized that money to provide shelters, food or even affordable housing for these people, it would have done a lot more good than the already well-off receiving these funds to enhance their lifestyles. If the provincial government wants to advertise what a great job it is doing, let it come from the party’s campaign funds, not from taxpayers’ money. As far as I am concerned, it is campaigning no matter how they try to pass it off as job-related. Has anyone noticed how fast our provincial government has distanced itself over the years from getting involved with the needy ever since food banks and other charitable organizations got involved to help out and supplement what the government used to provide? I guess if one has a lame justification for something, it can be passed off on to the public, who have no say in that decision. John D. Grant, West Kelowna
To the editor: I was very happy to read about the new group in Kelowna called the Kelowna Secular Sobriety Group. All I can say is it’s about time. Thank-you to this group’s organizers. While I am not against religion or its followers, I am against it being forced down your throat by an organization that has a monopoly on the desperation of persons in need of support. Now, don’t get me wrong. I know these groups have helped millions of people and I fully support that. I also know that in some readings they say: “God as you see him.” I just feel that perhaps they need to rethink the old literature to allow for changing times and all beliefs. I myself, have attended such a group when
a loved one was having trouble staying sober. We both attended specific groups designed to help but found that both groups brought up the word God in almost every piece of literature that was read during the meetings. For a non-religious person or a follower of
other creators, this can really thwart one from attending or staying with such a group. Unfortunately, this happened with both of us at a time when we so desperately needed support. Sandy Gordon, Kelowna
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Call for increased revenue for ▼ BCFGA CONVENTION B.C. from Columbia River treaty Strong turnout reflected in vote Peace from A1 Delegates approved a resolution to lobby for a share in any increase in provincial revenue due in a renewed treaty. Dhukia said another of his top priorities will be convincing the province to expand the replant program, so that instead of two years, growers can plan ahead 10 years; and so that nurseries know ahead of time that growers will be needing trees each spring. Right now, he said there aren’t any trees available for growers to plant this spring even though a $2-million replant program was announced last year, to begin this year. “We want a commitment for a longterm program,” said Dhukia. That was something that agriculture minister Norm Letnick committed to work on for growers when he spoke to them Saturday. The funds provided by government are just a fraction of what it costs growers to put in each acre of new varieties of tree fruits, but the hope is that they will bring in better returns, so many growers are willing to make the investment. Lower down the priority list, said
Dhukia, but still important is a member vote delegates agreed to hold on forming an Apple Research and Promotion Agency. Already, similar agencies are in place in other apple producing provinces such as Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick, and all would then join to form a national council. A national council could fund a combination of national and regional projects and could impose a levy on apples imported to Canada, which would effectively double the amount of funding available in research and promotion money. Dhukia said the eastern provinces are waiting for B.C. to approve such an agency as well. Growers will have to be educated about the benefits of the proposal before a vote is held, he said. He said he is excited to have young people like Bupinder Dhaliwal and Madeleine van Roechoudt on the executive and involved in the industry. The new executive will hold its first meeting late this week, he said. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com
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Bupinder Dhaliwal director Denise MacDonald agreed to let her name stand, and members nominated Bupinder Dhaliwal of Oliver as well. Dhaliwal, who is a substitute teacher as well as working on his family’s orchard, was elected. He has never served on the executive before.
MacDonald was acclaimed to continue to represent the Okanagan-Skaha region, while Nirmal Dhaliwal of Oliver was acclaimed to continue representing the South Okanagan-Similkameen region. Incumbents Jora Dhaliwal, representing the Central region, and Madeleine van Roechoudt representing the North region, were also acclaimed. Peter Simonsen of Naramata was acclaimed to continue to represent the southern district on the executive, while incumbent Amarjit Lalli of Kelowna was elected over Asif Mohammed of Vernon for the northern district. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com
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There are concerns about the agriculture minister’s decision to permit tree fruit growers to replant to different varieties of fruit, but most agree people can’t be prevented from replanting from apples to cherries. The $2 million replant assistance program announced last year to begin this year, was for orchardists to replant from one fruit to a new, higher-value fruit variety; not from one fruit to a different one. However, agriculture minister Norm Letnick told growers at Saturday’s B.C. Fruit Growers Association convention in Penticton that—under pressure from growers— the program would be changed to allow replanting from one fruit to a different one. Christine Dendy, president of the Okanagan-Kootenay Cherry Growers Association, admitted you can’t stop people from growing whatever they want to grow, so in that sense she agreed with the decision. However, she said it’s important that growers think before they replant
from apples to cherries. First, they should think about how they’re going to pick them and pack them, and about such issues as labour and water. Cherries are a riskier crop to grow because they’re a more-delicate and a more-perishable crop which can’t be stored for months as apples can. Market conditions are volatile for that reason: they all come on the market as they ripen instead of some going into storage. “If growers can grow them and market them well, it wouldn’t be so bad. But, they have to grow consistently better-quality fruit,” she commented. “It’s easier to handle a large crop if it’s good quality, but substandard cherries drag prices down for everyone,” she added. If the replant program creates a spike in expansion of cherry acreage, it’s another reason why it’s important that all growers get together and form a B.C. Cherry Council, which would work on trade access issues to countries such as China, which represents a huge potential market for B.C. fruit, said Dendy. In addressing growers,
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FOR being the keynote speaker at the BCFGA convention, B.C . Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick, a local MLA, received a complimentary fruit basket.
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IT’S EASIER TO HANDLE A LARGE CROP IF IT’S GOOD QUALITY, BUT SUBSTANDARD CHERRIES DRAG PRICES DOWN FOR EVERYONE. Christine Dendy, cherry grower
Letnick said the replant program is there to support growers to want to take advantage of the market’s demand for highvalue apples and other
tree fruits and encourages growers who plan to switch to higher-value varieties, to make the change. “My objective is still the same, to promote the growth and production of high-value, high-quality B.C. fruit, and to develop a stronger, more sustainable tree fruit sector that results in growers earning more dollars,” he said. As well, following talks with individual growers, Letnick said he will commit to work on making the replant program regular, annual, sustainable and bankable to benefit growers’ profitability and competitiveness.
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“The schedule that we run in this province is largely historical and we’ve gotten to the point now where it’s just not possible to sustain the kind of losses we’ve seen in the province,” said Grant Odsen, regional manager for Greyhound Canada. Odsen said it varies across the country whether routes are expanding or contracting, but here in the Okanagan it has definitely been the latter as cities improve local transit systems mak-
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The Greyhound bus route reductions for southern B.C. should -be in effect within a few weeks, eaccording the Greyhound Can-ada. Last week, the B.C. Passenlger Transportation Board approved Greyhound’s application gto cut routes in some areas within -the province due to competition and increased costs. a g d plunge in kokanee spawneBan from A1 ers last year such as an The Oceola Club algae bloom that sucked foperates a kokanee hatch- oxygen from the lake, an dery on Winfield Creek and increase in water usage by talso monitors flow levels area residents, to higher eon Middle Vernon Creek, than normal nutrient lev-one of the main stream els in the lake or a one-spawning areas for Wood off fish kill due to factors such as the weather. Lake. “Wood Lake is ranked Whittingham says this -past fall the club wasn’t as the best kokanee fishable to harvest nearly the ery in B.C. and it connumber of eggs that it nor- tributes a lot of money to mally does for its hatch- the local economy,” said Whittingham, who noted ery. “We just couldn’t find anglers had noticed a drop enough ripe fish,” he said off in fishing success for of the club’s annual har- the last two seasons. “The lack of fishing vest of kokanee eggs. “Normally we get success over the last year 80,000 eggs and this year and a half has pointed towards a decline in the lake we harvested 20,000.” There are a variety of and that’s a little bit frighttheories surrounding the ening. We knew it was
ing Greyhound less necessary to travel around the valley. That said, Odsen made it clear there are other reasons for the cuts, including the cost of providing new terminals, rising labour costs and fuel costs. “We’re now taking action to try to right-size the business without abandoning any service in the province,” he said. As such, the four trips south to Penticton daily will be limited to two and there will be two
fewer trips to Vancouver daily, though five buses will still run to the Lower Mainland. A circuitous route to Alberta via the Kootenays will be cut back to one trip from two daily. To generate more ridership the bus line plans to bring a new high-end express service to the region. The buses have leather interiors with more leg room and WiFi on board. jsmith@kelownacapnews.com
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a winning team Drug testing policy being tested again ture. So this week, let me present the story of an entrepreneurial marriage involving two doctors of chiropractic medicine who have embarked on their entrepreneurial life journey in the Okanagan Valley. While I have experienced meeting a good number of entrepreneurial teams in my life, I truly enjoyed hearing of and witnessing the exceptional manner in which Ben and Amanda Stevens complement each other in their professional and personal lives while enriching their own sense of well-being. The Stevens story started in 2003 as Amanda prepared to exit secondary school. She met Ben and they became a couple. They envisaged a compatible vision for their lives and deENTREPRENEURIAL sired their their profesSPIRIT sional and personal futures together would be filled with the “joy of discovery.” Here is where the Joel roots of this “team” took as from a degree Young hold in kinesiology in New Brunswick (where the couple originates); a short time in the U.K to enhance such studies to a Certificate in Theological Studies for Ben in 2004 as a whistle-stop of his own milestone of self-discovery. The couple, then moved to their dream life destination of B.C., married in 2005, and with their already establish unity of spirit entered their chiropractic college of choice in San Jose, Cal., in 2008. Within the joint academic studies leading to their professional health care future, the Stevens squeezed in visits to many renowned global destinations to enhance their perspective of lifestyles, cultures and health care delivery while enjoying our world’s beauty along the way. The couple then chose the Central Okanagan as the best place to start their chiropractic practice after completing internships in Alberta and B.C., and writing their health care professional final exams in 2012. Ben, a meticulous researcher I discovered, had completed a comprehensive business plan in readiness for their clinic launch. Valeo Health Clinic was the chosen name located on Sutherland Avenue in Kelowna. The Stevens originally met me when applying for a small business financing program through the Canadian Youth Business Foundation, a national non-profit designed to assist young men and women between 18 and 39 begin their entrepreneurial dream machine. I have been a fan the this bright young enterprising couple ever since. Their clinic has added an acupuncturist, a massage therapist and front office coordinator, compiling several health care modalities to offer the Okanagan an genuine innovative package of unique chiropractic services. Ben says that vision came from visiting dozens of health care facilities and speaking to hundreds of practitioners across the globe. The Stevens are a health care professional team that is committed to providing you and I with the “best that they can be” to become healthy, strong and empowered in your wellness journey. It will put a smile on your face (even if you are hurting) just to visit their clinic for an assessment and review of you health care needs. You may bump into Ben, Amanda or their entreprenurial team members in your valley travels as they believe strongly in being active in the community, offering and discussing their health care knowledge. I rally you to explore their website at www.facebook.com/valeohealth clinic Joel Young is an entrepreneurial leadership consultant and founding chairperson for Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society. eagleyoung@shaw.ca
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t seems that every few years a Canadian employer takes a run at the human rights-based rules preventing workplace drug and alcohol testing. This time, it’s Suncor Energy in Alberta, and it seems they lost the first round of the battle. Suncor was the subject of an injunction application, launched by its employees’ union representatives, to prevent random drug and alcohol testing on its employees. Most recently, the Alberta Court of Appeal turned down Suncor’s appeal of the temporary injunction put in place by a lower court. As a result, no testing can occur until the entire matter is heard and decided by a labour arbitrator. Suncor had announced, in the summer of 2012, that it would be commencing random testing of its employees.
But that plan hit a snag when the employees’ union grieved it and applied to Alberta’s Court of Queen’s Bench Robert for an injunction. It its defence, Smithson Suncor gave evidence of over 100 workplace incidents involving alcohol or drug use during a span of two years and three deaths in the last decade. Suncor does have the good fortune that Alberta is a jurisdiction which has shown some openness to the concept of random workplace drug and alcohol testing. In 2006, the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench considered the situation of John Chiasson, who had been offered a job by Kellogg Brown & Root but was dismissed only a few days later after his drug test revealed recent marijuana use. Chiasson filed a complaint of discrimination with the Alberta Human Rights and Citi-
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nor was he perceived by the employer to be an addict. Still, he received the protection offered by Alberta’s human rights statute for disabled persons. The whole issue of the legality of pre-employment drug testing arises out of human rights statutes (in B.C., under the Human Rights Code or, for federally regulated employers, under the Canadian Human Rights Act) and the tribunal, court, and arbitration decisions applying those laws. There is no doubt in the law that an employer must not discriminate against a person with a disability. And, since an addiction to drugs is considered a disability, if pre-employment drug testing had the effect solely of screening out drug addicts then it would be unlawful. An employer will usually argue that its intention in imposing pre-hiring testing is simply to avoid hiring employees who are users of illegal drugs.
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The employer would say that individuals who have a recent history of drug use will make poor employees (citing reasons such as absenteeism and the potential of on-the-job impairment and the safety concerns that presents). And none of these reasons are necessarily dependent upon wºhether the individual is actually addicted (and, thus, disabled). It’s the sheer use of illegal drugs (and what that says about the likelihood of continuing use) that the employer is concerned about, not necessarily whether or not the person is an addict. So the question becomes one of whether simple users of illegal drugs should be protected by the human rights statutes or whether only addicts should be protected. In Chiasson’s case, the court’s decision relied on the elimination of the dis-
tinction between those who are truly addicted to illegal drugs and those who simply use them casually. The court effectively took a statute which is intended to protect the 10 per cent of disabled (addicted) drug users from discrimination and extended that protection to the other 90 per cent of casual drug users. In doing so, it prevented employers from labeling individuals who engage in this illegal activity as undesirable candidates for employment. That decision was appealed to Alberta’s Court of Appeal, which restored the original decision of the human rights tribunal. The court of appeal found that the purpose of the employer’s policy was to reduce workplace accidents by prohibiting workplace impairment. It determined that the policy was directed at actual effects suffered by drug users, not perceived
effects suffered by drug addicts. According to the court of appeal, the employer’s policy did not perceive Chiasson to be a drug addict. Rather, it perceived that all persons who use drugs are a safety risk (at least in an already dangerous workplace). The court of appeal saw the employer’s policy as the same as that of a trucking or taxi company which requires employees to abstain from alcohol consumption before operating the employer’s vehicles. Such a policy doesn’t mean the employer perceives all drivers to be alcoholics. Rather, it perceives that any level of blood alcohol reduces the employee’s ability to operate a vehicle safely. The court of appeal determined that this is a valid presumption with a laudable goal. The Alberta Court of
Appeal summed up its views, stating: “Extending human rights protections to situations resulting in placing the lives of others at risk flies in the face of logic.” This decision was welcomed by employers whose operations are at all safety-sensitive. Whether Suncor will be so fortunate, when its drug and alcohol testing plan is considered by an arbitrator, remains to be seen. If the decision goes Suncor’s way, Alberta will have firmly established itself as a beachhead for employer rights in the area of drug and alcohol testing. Robert Smithson is a labour and employment lawyer, and operates Smithson Employment Law in Kelowna. This subject matter is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. www.smithsonlaw.ca
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group term life insurance for example. This slip is also required to be issued by the last day of February only if the income amount is ▼ greater than $500 or if the Gabriele benefit amount in box 28 Banka is greater than $25. Other slips that may be received by pensioners are T4AP, which explains the amount of CPP benefits, survivor and assistance payments that you have received during the year. The T4AOAS is the slip for the Old Age Security. If your OAS has been clawed back during the year, this clawback will be shown on the slip in the box marked income taxes paid. If you are receiving funds out of your RRIF, you would receive a T4RIF indicating the funds withdrawn and any taxes paid on the withdrawals and whether this was from your RIF or a spousal RIF. Investment income is usually reported on a T5 slip. This slip will display items such as eligible dividends and regular dividends, interest or capital gains dividends. This slip also needs to be issued by the end of February each year. Another investment income slip is the T3 slip. This slip is usually issued when income is distributed to beneficiaries of a trust. This slip lists eligible dividends, regular dividends, capital gains and other income. Other income is usually considered and taxed as interest. Other items that can be listed in the blank boxes in the middle of the slip are foreign income and foreign taxes paid as well as return of capital. This is the only slip that is not required to be issued by the end of February. Instead, it must be issued by the end of March every year and the reason why April is such a busy month for accountants. Gabriele Banka is a Certified General Accountant and the owner of Banka & Company.
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During a visit to Sacramento, Cal., during the Christmas holidays a year ago, Nancy Lee Moore started shopping around for a senior residence community that felt comfortable to her. At the time, she was living alone in a cottage overlooking the ocean in Newport, Ore., but the idyllic setting had begun to isolate Moore, now 80, who was widowed 13 years ago. Though she still drives, she found she was staying home more often, worried that she would fall getting out of her car. “My brother came to visit me, and he said, ‘I don’t think you should live alone any longer,’” said Moore, a retired elementary school teacher. “I knew he was right. I didn’t want to go, but I knew it was the right thing.” Six weeks ago, on the cusp of another holiday season, she moved to Sacramento’s Eskaton Monroe Lodge, a seniors community, to live near her son and his family. For many older adults, the holidays represent an unofficial turning point in the way they live. The impetus for downsizing out of longtime homes and into seniors communities—or, in some cases, assisted living or even memory care — often comes after family visits at Thanksgiving and Christmas, when worried relatives start to notice a decline. As a result, January is the month in which a new
world of seniors housing begins to open up for many older adults. “Sometimes, they just want one more holiday season in their own home,” said Eskaton Monroe Lodge sales counselor Scott Okamoto. “They want to have a discussion with their families.” Less than a week into the new year, three prospective residents have already promised to put down deposits on apartments in his 99-unit facility, he said. “We certainly have more inquiries from family members in January,” said Betsy Donovan, Eskaton’s chief operating officer. “When relatives who have only spoken to the senior over the phone for a number of months spend time with them in person at the holidays, they can observe the physical and cognitive changes that have developed.” The cumulative weight of decline from one holiday to the next can be worrisome. Adult children suddenly notice their parents’ forgetfulness has increased, while hearing and eyesight have decreased. Bills have gone unpaid. The toll of falling and other physical maladies, easily downplayed in phone conversations, become apparent. On the other hand, maybe the older adult has simply had enough of a lifetime of expensive and strenuous house maintenance—enough with cleaning the gutters and paying for a new roof.
Or maybe children want their parents to have access to the social life that community living can offer, a built-in way to combat the spiral of loneliness that can come from living alone. “Adult children come home, and they recognize what’s been going on with their parents,” said Staci Weisz, activities director at another Sacramento senior living residence. “That’s the biggest thing.” More than eight per cent of Atria’s 235 residents are newcomers in the last quarter, Weisz said, with 10 new residents arriving in December alone—and more arriving this month. “It can take a while to pull together a decision,” said Weisz. “Families have to figure out what’s going on with mother and how many siblings they have to talk to, and then they have to figure out what to do.” Statistically speaking, the desire to age in place —in the family homes where they’ve lived for decades—remains the strongest housing trend for seniors in the U.S., with 80 perc ent of the 35 million Americans 65 and older owning their own homes, according to U.S. Census statistics. Even so, nearly two million older adults live in seniors communities in the U.S., and some experts foresee the possibility that the sheer size of the aging baby boom generation could cause a surge toward retirement community living. Research shows that, with an average age of 86,
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NANCY LEE Moore, 80, pictured above with her poodle/Lhasa Apso mix Sophie, 3, moved to a seniors’ residence in a new community to be closer to her son. people are already waiting longer into old age to consider moving into seniors housing. Their top reasons for choosing retirement living over living independently? Two-thirds say they want a maintenance-free lifestyle, according to MetLife Mature Market Institute figures, and almost half view seniors communities as a convenient way to live closer to family members. After contemplating the move for several months, Becky Romeis relocated in late spring from her east Sacramento condominium to a cozy senior living community apartment. “I didn’t want to drive any more,” said Romeis, 81. “My age made me decide to move. It was time for me to settle down and get into a smaller place.” Many older adults share her urge to simplify, said senior move manager Lee Mahla, but they don’t know how to do it. “A lot of the time, they just feel frozen,” said
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The West Kelowna teenager currently on trial for murder will finally tell her version of the events that left one of her peers dead, and turned a quiet Peachland street into a chaotic crime scene. The 18-year-old, whose name is under a publication ban, is alleged to have stabbed Ashlee Hyatt, 16, in her neck after an argument at a June 2, 2010, party. It’s a story that Crown counsel Murray Kaay assembled a number of witnesses to tell from varying angles, but defence lawyer Ingrid Friesen pointed out Friday that none of those viewpoints added up to a complete picture. “You as a jury will be the first to hear her side of the story—she wants very much to tell it,” Friesen told a B.C. Supreme Court jury Friday. “She’s been waiting two years to tell it.” The accused, who defence described as a “new girl trying to fit in at a new school,” has seen her point of view be absent in the last two weeks of trial, as even RCMP officers who dealt with the investigation failed to offer her perspective on what happened that night. What the jury has learned from teen witnesses who were there, however, is that the accused kissed a boy, while her boyfriend was nearby. This apparently upset Hyatt and the two started exchanging verbal barbs, which escalated to further pushing on the street, and eventually Hyatt was fatally wounded. Continuing on with the altercation, however, was the teenage host of the party. The defence has already suggested she was the one who brought the knife to the fight between the accused and Hyatt, and Friday two witnesses took the witness stand to highlight the teenage host’s behaviour in the aftermath and leading up to the fatal altercation. They also called upon George Young, who lives adjacent to the party house, to give testimony. Young testified he was brought into the fray when he heard a teenage boy in the street talking into his cellphone, saying, “It’s going down, it’s going down, it’s happening now.”
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morial in France, symbolic of the bill’s theme of contribution and sacrifice by Canadians in conflicts throughout history. For the Bank of Canada, Kelowna The memorial marks the Battle of was right on the money when it came to picking one of five Canadian cities to an- Vimy Ridge during the First World War, in which Canadian troops played a signounce the introduction of the country’s nificant role. new polymer $20 note. Vimy Ridge was taken by Canadian After introducing new polymer $100 soldiers in 1917 at a cost of 3,600 lives and $50 bills in Vancouver and Victoria respectively last winter and in the spring, and 7,000 wounded, Lt.-Col. Nigel Whittaker, commandthe bank chose Kelowna to unveil the er of the Kelonwa-based B.C. Dragoons, new version of the country’s most popuspoke at the introduclar bank note Wedtion of the $20 note nesday. during Wednesday’s The announcenews conference at ment was made the Brig. Angle Arsimultaneously with moury in Kelowna. similar announceHe called the Batments in Calgary, Ottle of Vimy Ridge a tawa, Montreal and on pivotal moment in Prince Edward Island, Canadian history. said Bank of Canada And he said he officials. was pleased to see The new $20 bill, the sacrifice of Canthe latest to be remade adians in uniform using polymer, a recognized on the smooth, durable film, country’s money features the same “It’s wonderful high-tech security feathat men and women tures included on the of Canada’s mil$50 and $100 notes. itary are being recThey include ognized,” said Whitmetallic holographic DOUG FARROW/CONTRIBUTOR taker. portraits of the Queen SHOWCASING the new $20 “It’s fitting that and the Peace TowCanadian bill are Lt.-Col. Nigel they are being reer in Ottawa, a large membered on bank clear window, special Whittaker and Isabelle Jacques, notes of a country numbering and bora senior analyst with the Bank of that strives to be a ders, raised ink secCanada. force for good in the tions and a frosted world.” maple leaf window. Trevor Frers, the Bank of Canada’s All the features are visible on both senior regional representative for currensides of the bill. cy in B.C. and the Yukon, said the new While the bill remains predominantpolymer bills will last more than 2 1/2 ly green in colour, it also features an uptimes longer than existing paper bills. dated portrait of the Queen on the front. The back, however features a picture of the Canadian National Vimy MeSee Money A7
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Women’s curling in British Columbia has pretty much become Kelly Scott’s domain. The Kelowna rink won a record fourth consecutive Scotties provincial women’s curling title Sunday in Cloverdale, defeating Patti Knezevic of Prince George 9-6 in the championship game. Scott—along with third Jeanna Schraeder, second Sasha Carter and first-year lead Sarah Wazney—was in control of the final from the outset, scoring a deuce in the first, three more in the third and stealing another in the fourth for a 6-1 lead. Knezevic fought back with deuces in the fifth and eighth ends, but was
never able to shake the Scott rink out of its comfort zone in the final. “It’s tough to defend with that four-rock, freeguard zone so I think we did as good a job as possible with that,” Scott said. “Our team was bang on with the peeling, we maintained control of the game, thank goodness.” Scott is the first rink ever to win four straight B.C. women’s titles, breaking a tie with Kimberley’s Ina Hansen who won three in a row from 1962 to 1964. “Being champion always feels great, we’ll take that any day,” said Scott. “It’s hard to think it’s been four in a row, that’s for sure. Sasha (Carter) said this never gets old, every single one of them is as exciting as
the first.” Scott, who also owns a record six B.C. titles, posted a 7-2 round robin record, then defeated Knezevic 8-7 in 11 ends in the Page 1-2 playoff game to advance to the final for the fourth straight year. Scott, who has won the Canadian championship twice and world title once, brought Wazney on board this season to replace former lead Jacquie Armstrong, who stepped aside to tend to family and work matters. “We’re excited we get Sarah back for the Scotties, that’s huge,” said Scott. “The commitment she put into the team, moving from Manitoba to Kelowna. She’s fantastic for our team. She fit in great, we just had to work out some
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Schraeder’s rock enter the house during the final of the B.C. women’s curling championship Sunday in Cloverdale. kinks,” she said. Scott has also watched her team come together at the ideal time of year. “We worked really hard on the team com-
ponent over the last month and I really think we saw it pay off this week,” Scott explained. “We had games where we were down and had
to come back and games where we had to hang on to the lead and we had great team chemistry.” The Scott team will make its eighth appear-
ance at the Canadian championship when they travel to Kingston, Ont., Feb. 16 to 24 for the 2013 Scotties Tournament of Hearts.
Captain proud of ‘unbelievable’ home record Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER
Before the puck dropped on the 2012-13 season, Colton Sissons fully expected his team to be a factor in the WHL’s B.C. Division. However, the Kelowna Rockets’ utter dominance on home ice extends well beyond what the club’s captain ever fathomed. The Rockets are on a team-record 19-game winning streak at Prospera Place, as the Seattle Thunderbirds come calling on Thursday night. “We knew we were
going to be better this season,” said Sissons, 19, “but to do what we’ve done at home is in one word, unbelievable. You never, ever expect something like this. “The way the guys have come together, I’m so proud of them. It’s been a really nice run.” The Rockets eclipsed the Kelowna club record of 18 straight home ice wins—set by the 2002-03 team—with a 5-3 victory over the Vancouver Giants on Saturday night. The Rockets from a decade ago featured, among others, former assistant coach and
then-captain Ryan Cuthbert, along with current NHLers Josh Gorges, Shea Weber and Duncan Keith. “It’s pretty special to be mentioned with that team,” said Sissons, whose team is 20-2 on home ice this season. “They were a lot great players on that team, so our guys should feel really good about what they’ve accomplished.” The all-time franchise record of 24 consecutive home ice victories was set by the 1992-93 Rockets when the team was based in Tacoma, Wash. No one is more proud
Colton Sissons of the Rockets’ exploits this season than their head coach. Still, Ryan Huska said his club’s hardest work is yet to come. Beginning Thursday, Kelowna will play seven games in a 10-day span.
“It’s pretty special what the guys have accomplished, it’s not easy
to do what they’ve done, they’re a very good, mature group and should be
very proud,” said Huska. “Having said that, we’re going be challenged here, we have a lot of travel and a lot hockey to play in a short time. Our older guys are going to be challenged to lead us through this stretch.” The Rockets (34-10-21) and Thunderbirds will meet again Friday in Seattle, before Kelowna returns home to face the Prince Albert Raiders on Saturday night. Then on Monday, the Rockets will travel to Kamloops for their fourth game in five days. whenderson @kelownacapnews.com
Seeing Possibilities Taking Action Enabling Progress en•act•us Okanagan College After eight years of service to the community, SIFE Okanagan is building on its promise to use the power of entrepreneurial action to transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world. The student-led organization is undergoing a name change to become Enactus. But don’t let the new look fool you – the group’s mission is still the same. Moving forward Enactus will continue to make connections with the community. More than 100 students throughout the valley will work with youth, not-for-profit organizations and drive community initiatives to improve the lives of others.
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Women close to playoffs A pair of nail-biting five-game sweeps has pushed the UBC Okanagan Heat yet another step closer to securing a Canada West post-season berth. The Heat women’s volleyball squad needed every set on both nights at the UBC Okanagan gym to take both ends of a weekend series from the University of Calgary Dinos. On Friday in Kelowna, the Heat fell behind early, then outlasted the Dinos in five sets (2025, 13-15, 25-15, 27-25, 18-16), winning the final game in dramatic fashion. Brianna Beamish joined the lineup in the second set to ignite the Heat, finishing the match with 14 kills and 13 digs. “Brianna has such a lively right arm,” said Heat coach Steve Manuel. “She has the ability to dominate
a match instantly, and she really pulled us through those middle sets.” Jill Festival, making her first start since September due to an ankle injury, had a strong match with 10 kills and 11 digs. On Saturday, the teams went five sets again—and again the Heat emerged victorious (26-24, 25-15, 17-25, 2125, 15-13). Player of the game Jill Festival had 20 kills, while setter Emily Oxland coordinated the offense for the Heat to the tune of 61 assists. “To win two in Regina the week before, then go back-to-back against Calgary was huge for us,” Manuel added. The Heat, now 11-5, leads Calgary and Manitoba, both 7-9, by four games for fifth spot. Seven teams will make the post-season.
The women will be put to the test when they visit the No. 1-ranked UBC Thunderbirds (151) for two matches this weekend.
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On Friday, at the University of Saskatchewan, the hometown Huskies brushed aside the Heat 8765 in women’s action. The Huskies out rebounded the Heat 50-26 and built up a 32-point lead before the Heat made the score respectable with a good fourth quarter. Fifth-year guard Madison Kaneda paced the UBCO women with 17 points. On Saturday, the Alberta Pandas defeated the Heat 87-56. However,
considering the demands of a tough road trip—including an early morning flight Saturday—Heat coach Heather Semeniuk wasn’t unhappy with her team’s performance. “We played really well (Saturday),” she said. “I’m proud of the effort and the way they took the court with a purpose. The final score was not indicative of how we played.” Second-year guard Emily Kanester had a team-high 18 points for the Heat (5-10). This weekend, the Heat will host their sister school from UBC Vancouver for two games, Friday and Saturday nights at the UBCO gym.
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well—50 per cent from the field—but turned the ball over 23 times and gave up 17 offensive rebounds. The Heat’s Landry Ndayitwayeko led his team and all reserves with 14 points. On Saturday, UBCO put forth a better effort but dropped an 84-64 decision to the first-place Alberta Golden Bears. Heat freshman guard Mitch Goodwin scored 15 points, grabbed seven rebounds and passed for four assists while super reserve Azi Fahandeg-Sadi poured in 12 points in 24 minutes of play off the bench. The Heat (2-13) are back on their home court this weekend when they host their UBC counterparts from Vancouver for two games, as the No. 2 ranked Thunderbirds visit the Kelowna campus on Friday and Saturday.
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Surging Chiefs first in Okanagan Div. Six wins in their last seven games has moved the Kelowna Chiefs into top spot in the KIJHL’s Okanagan Division. The Chiefs capped off a busy weekend Sunday with three wins in as many nights, knocking off the visiting Osoyoos Coyotes 5-4 in overtime. Braeden Hikichi scored the game winner 53 seconds into the second extra session. Nick Josephs and Jordan Salahor capped off a stellar weekend with a goal and three assists each as the Chiefs move two points ahead of Osoyoos, and four ahead of third-place Princeton.
Kelowna opened the weekend with a 6-2 win over Princeton Friday at Rutland Arena. Salahor scored a hat-trick and added an assist, while Joseph had a goal and three helpers. On Saturday, it was Joseph and Salahor with two goals each as the Chiefs drubbed Sicamous 7-1. Joseph and Salahor combined for 10 goals and 21 points over the weekend, Mitchell Barker had a goal and six assists over the three games. The Chiefs (27-13-1-1) return to action Saturday at Rutland Arena when they host the Golden Rockets.
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Warriors host Cents in second-place battle Brennan Clark, Seb Lloyd and Josh Monk. In a season marked by injuries early in the season, Briggs said the Warriors are finally getting a chance to display their true colours. “At the beginning of the year we had injury troubles and I continuously said we have the team to do this,” said Briggs.”Right now we’re beginning to show everyone that we have the potential to win this.” Warriors head coach Rylan Ferster said the
▼ MIDGET HOCKEY
Streak ends for Ok Rockets The Okanagan Rockets 15-game unbeaten streak came to a surprising end in BCMML action Sunday night. The Fraser Valley Thunderbirds, with just five wins this season, knocked off the Rockets 4-1 in the second game of a two-game set in Langley. The games were part of the league’s all-star weekend, as the Rockets managed just one point against Fraser Valley. On Saturday, goaltender Josh Matzek stopped 52 shots to steal a point for his Thunderbirds as the teams played to a 2-2 tie. Spencer Hewson and Carter Hikichi scored for the Rockets. This weekend, Okanagan (20-3-5) will take on the Thompson Blazers in a two-game set—Sat-
urday at 3 p.m. at Capital News Centre, followed by 10 a.m. Sunday at the Chase Arena.
MILLS SHINES IN ALL-STAR
Brenden Mills’ performance for Team White earned the Okanagan Rockets’ netminder thirdstar honours Friday at the BCMML all-star game in Langley. Mills stopped 16 of 17 shots in the second period to help Team White past Team Red 6-2 in the annual all-star showcase. Rockets captain Branden Wagner picked up an assist for Team Red in the loss. Joining Mills on Team White were Alex Gran and Josh Blanchard, while Brett Mennear and Joe Gatenby suited up for Team Red. Rockets head coach James Eccles was behind the bench for
Team Red.
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Rockets’ forward Josh Blanchard is the BCMML player of the month for December. The 5-foot-6, 145-pound Kelowna product scored 10 goals and added five assists in six league games for the Rockets during the month. Blanchard, 16, has been a key catalyst for his team as the Rockets have posted a 20-3-5 record this season, good for second place in the BCMML. “Josh’s heart matches his talent,” said Rockets head coach James Eccles. “He is always the first guy at the rink and the last to leave. He lives and breathes the game and has been a consistent force for us all season long.”
Briefs: Skiing, swimming
Silken Rauhala of the Big White Racers alpine ski team found the podium at the Van Houtte Cup, Jan. 10 to 13 at Mt. Norquay. On the second day of competition in the ladies aslalom, the FIS U18 dcompetitor skied to a bronze-medal finish. Rauhala was also fourth place on day one of slalom, and fifth in GS on -the last day of the event. s Big White’s Connor -Callaghan had his best ressults in FIS yet: Seventh in both slalom and GS.
oLIGHNTING SWIM… n A small but enthusiastic group of Liquid Light-
ning Swim Club members competed in the KISU Jamboree Meet, Friday, Jan. 11 in Penticton. The six swimmers, ages 7 to10, swam hard, achieved personal best times and a new qualifying time. Alexandra Strobel, 9, qualified to attend regional meets with her time of 3:56.39 in the 200 meter individual medley. Alexandra also dropped six seconds in 100 meter breaststroke for a personal best time of 1:04.82. Lexis Falkingham, 7, the youngest swimmer in the group, dropped an incredible 17 seconds off her 50 meter freestyle for
a best time of 56:00. Enrica Guidi, 8, dropped seven seconds and swam 55:73 in 50 free. Enrica also dropped nine seconds in 50 meter backstroke for a new time of a 1:00:92. Loklin Brodie, 9, swam 1:02:42 in 50 back, dropping three seconds off his time. Loklin also dropped nine seconds in 100 IM for a new best time of 2:18:11. Kaityln Luchka, 10, dropped two seconds in 50 free for a new best time of 44:25. Tate Connor, 8, swam 100 breast for the first time and clocked a time of 1:11:05.
JOSH MONK’S screened shot finds the back of the Surrey Eagles’ net in BCHL action Saturday at LePage Place.
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deals the club made prior to the deadline to acquire Daniel Gayle and Mitch Nardi have paid divi-
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quality time is about connection, not teaching, so it’s mostly unstructured. Hug your child first thing every morning and when you say goodbye. When you’re reunited later in the day, spend 15 minutes solely focused on your child. (What do you do in that 15 minutes? Listen, commiserate, hug, roughhouse, laugh, listen some more.) 4. Commit to role modeling respect. Want to raise kids who are considerate and respectful, right through the teen years? Take a deep breath, and speak to them respectfully. Not always easy when you’re angry, so remember the cardinal rules of managing your emotions with kids: You’re the role model, don’t take it personally, and this too shall pass! 5. Commit to teaching emotional intelligence. In addition to modeling emotional self management, we help kids learn to manage their emotions by teaching them to self-soothe. Contrary to what you may have heard, little ones don’t learn to self-soothe by being left to cry. (That just creates an over-active amygdala and panic response later in life.) What’s happening biologically is that he’s solidifying the neural pathways for these self-soothing hormones. That’s how he develops the ability to soothe himself when he’s upset. Giving them the message that their full range
of feelings is understandable, even while their actions must be limited. (“You wish you could have a cookie”) Empathizing with their emotions. Listening to them when they have feelings to express. Occasionally this will take the form of words, and it helps to give kids words for their feelings: “You’re so mad!” But more often, children just need us to give them the safety of our loving presence while they cry or rage to vent their feelings. Often they won’t be able to articulate what they’re upset about, and it isn’t necessary. But this helps kids learn to accept and process their emotions, so they can move past them rather than having to act on them. (That’s what “acting out” means -- we act on our feelings rather than simply tolerating them as they sweep through us and dissipate.) 6. Commit to looking for the needs behind your child’s behaviour. Your kid has a reason for whatever he’s doing that displeases you. It might not be what you consider a good reason, but it’s what’s motivating his behaviour. If yelling at him about his behaviour were going to change it, that would have worked already. Only by addressing the underlying need do we change a person’s behaviour. Parents who address kids’ need pre-emptively by noticing problem areas.
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LOUISE IRENE PYLE ( NEE BOWIE) Passed away peacefully at the Central Okanagan Hospice House January 16th after a long courageous battle with cancer at the age of 68. Louise was predeceased by her beloved daughter Robin and her mother Grace. She is survived by her devoted husband of 47 years, Derek; father George; brothers Laird (Debra), Bryan (Joy), Rob (Judy) and loving children Jodi (Shawn), Rick (AJ); grandchildren Brayden, Colton, Nathan and Janessa as well as all her wonderful extended family and cherished friends. Heartfelt gratitude goes out to the staff and volunteers of the Hospice House. According to Louise’s wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Okanagan Hospice House. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com and searching her name under stories. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC (250)762-2299.
JOHN RUTHERFORD John Rutherford passed away suddenly on January 17, 2013 at home. John was an outdoorsman, an avid reader and a dog enthusiast. He was born in Vancouver on November 11, 1933 to Kate and Jock Rutherford and grew up in the area of 28th and Main. As a teenager, he travelled and worked throughout British Columbia and developed a love of the outdoor life. In 1955, he married his childhood friend and sweetheart, Marjorie. They settled in Richmond and together they raised two children. When the children were grown, he pursued his dream of building a log cabin and living the country life. John and Marjorie found this in Atlin, BC, where he read on his many topics of interest, raised dogs and enjoyed the outdoors. Upon moving to Kelowna in 1995, Marjorie’s vision and enthusiasm and John’s love of dogs founded the “Pets and People Visiting Society” of Kelowna which they have worked at for many years. John applied his talents screening dogs for the Society. John is survived by his wife Marjorie, daughter Catherine, son John (Debbie), two granddaughters Christina and Sheena, and two great-grandchildren Camp and Perri. There will be no service by his request. In lieu of flowers donations to Pets and People Visiting Society would be appreciated.
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The family of Ron is deeply saddened to announce his sudden passing on January 2, 2013 in Arizona at the age of 73. Ron was born in Vancouver on November 5, 1939. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Maryl. He was a wonderful Dad to Sean(Amber) West Kelowna, Andrea (Lorne) of Kelowna. Ron was a loving Papa to Kaylee, Tyler, Nigella, and Max. He is also survived by sisters, Carol Miller (Keith),and Delores Darlene MacNeil of Langley. Ron enlisted in the R.C.M.P. in 1959 and served 32 years until his retirement in 1991. Ron will be deeply missed by all. A celebration of Ron’s life will be held in the Spring 2013
Passed away on January 18, 2013 at the age of 77. There will be an opportunity to visit with the family and to pay your last respects to Bill at the Prayer service on Wednesday, January 23 at 7:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC with a Mass to be held Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 10:30 am at St. Charles Garnier Parish, 3645 Benvoulin Road, Kelowna, BC.
SPERLE, MATTHEW “MATT” ANTON Passed away in Kelowna, BC on January 18, 2013. Born December 28, 1922 in Regina, SK. Survived by his loving wife of 62 years Patricia, son Robert Sperle, daughter Jill Sperle, grandchildren Andrea and Kayley Bernard, brothers George (Joyce), Andrew (Betty) and numerous nieces and nephews. Sadly predeceased by son Bryon, brother Joe, sisters Barbara, Mary and Vicki. Matt served his country in WWII. He was an avid fisherman and gardener. The family would like to thank Dr. R. Williams for his compassionate care, as well as the staff of 4B, 5B and Rehab. A special thanks to the staff of Unit C at Cottonwoods, and to the many friends at “Chartwell” who have been so supportive. A memorial mass will be held on Friday January 25, 2013 at 10:30 am at Immaculate Conception Church, 839 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.
KOGA, MORIO Morio Koga, golfer, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and did we mention golfer, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Morio was spoiled by his wife Carol of 52 years, cherished by his four children: Janice Richardson (predeceased by husband Ross), Gary (Pam), Diane Dovey (Philip) and Bob (Shauntelle) and treasured by his grandchildren: Lee (Andrew), Heather (Connor), Jennifer, Matthew, Emma and Sophie. Morio was born in Kelowna on March 5, 1927 to Suekichio and Hatsu Koga. Survived by sisters: Yukie Sakaki (Shig), Emiko Moore (Cyril) and brothers Mits (Bessy) and Suey (Mary) and many, many nephews and nieces. Predeceased by sisters Yoshino, Sumiko, Kimi Nakata (Soichi), Eiko Chiba (Harry) and Yoshie Yamashita (Shig). Please join us for a celebration of Morio’s life at the Kelowna Buddhist Temple, 1089 Borden Avenue, Kelowna, BC on Thursday, January 24 at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.
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ARTHUR, MYRTLE EVELYN Myrtle Evelyn Arthur was born on August 24, 1913 in Vernon, BC and passed away on January 16, 2013 in Kelowna, BC at the age of 99 years. She is survived by her loving family, two sons: John (Diana) of Kelowna, Dave (Donna) of Calgary; three granddaughters: Nicole (Rudy) Perizzolo, Kristine Arthur (Jerrad Morosoff), Danielle Arthur; five great grandchildren: Jordan, Kaeden, Matteo, Joshua, Christian and numerous nieces and nephews. Sadly predeceased by her husband John in 1986 and by four brothers. No service and no flowers by request. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.
HOFFMAN, IRMA HELENA Irma Helena of Kelowna, passed away on January 15th, 2013 at the Sutherland Hills Rest Home. Irma was born in Shamrock, Saskatchewan on April 16th, 1920 and was the fourth child of twelve. Irma married Isaac Hoffman on April 7th, 1937 and also in that same year they moved to Vernon, BC and then in 1976 retired to Kelowna. Irma is survived by her son Curtis, son-in-law Arthur, two granddaughters Marie (Kory) and Rhonda (Jamie), one grandson Randy (Denise) and three great grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband will be held. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, B.C. 250-762-2299
BUHLER, MARY 1921 ~ 2013
With sadness we announce the passing of Mary Buhler on January 18, 2013 in Kelowna, BC at the age of 91 years. Mary will be lovingly remembered by her children: George (Bjorg), Wally, Ernie, Bill, Art, Rose (Al) Neufeld, Rick (Diane), Cal (Deedee), Linda (Ron) Willford, and Vi Roussell; 19 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. Mary moved to Kelowna in 1966 with her family and truly enjoyed life in the Okanagan. She spent the last 3 years as a resident of Three Links Manor. A Visitation will be held at Valleyview Funeral Home, 165 Valleyview Road, Kelowna, BC from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thursday, January 24th 2013. Her Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 24th, 2013 at the same location. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Kelowna, BC Memorial donations in Mary’s name may be made to the Kelowna Gospel Mission, 259 Leon Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6J1. Condolences may be sent to the family through the guest book at www.valleyviewfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Valleyview Funeral Home, Kelowna, BC 250-765-3147.
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HARMAN Sidhu Orchard Kelowna needs Farm Workers, thinning, picking, pruning $10.25/hr. or piece rate, up to 40-60 hrs. per wk. March 1st to Oct. 31st, Sukh Sidhu, 1655 Geen Rd. Kel. 250-491-1829
REQUIRED I M M E D I AT E LY
Looking for 2 Farm Workers, Start date: June 15 - Nov. 30. $10.25/hr, 40-50hrs, Mon-Sat. 250-212-8372 Looking for full time seasonal workers. Greenco Nurseries Ltd info@greenconurseries.ca
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The Kelowna Capital News will be running a SPECIAL TAX PREP GUIDE in full color Feb 22nd, March 14th & April 12th Call Before FEBRUARY 15th to be included in this helpful guide. Call our Friendly Classified Department at 250-763-7114 or email: classified@kelownacapnews.com
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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.
Valid Class 1/Class 2 “Q” Drivers Licence Required Annual Salary Range $58,000 - $78,000 Plus $15,000 per annum Living Allowance
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NEW Provincially Recognized PN program.
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IDL PROJECTS INC. IS HIRING NOW! IDL Projects Inc. is a dynamic rapidly growing, progressive construction company recruiting for a project in Kitimat, British Columbia. We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
Home Support Agencies Acute/Complex Care Facility Long Term Care Private Homes Assisted Living
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Services
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Help Wanted
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Trades, Technical
Financial Services
Drywall
SALES Representative Required Growers Supply Co. Ltd is accepting resumes for an experienced inside/outside sales representative for our wholesale department in Kelowna, BC. This position will involve calling on established and potential new farm supply, garden center and nursery accounts in the BC central interior and Kootenay region. Some overnight travel and light delivery will be involved; a sales vehicle will be supplied. Wage would depend upon experience, a full benefit package is also offered with the position. Please fax or email resumes with a covering letter to: Growers Supply Co. Ltd 2605 Acland Road Kelowna, BC V1X 7J4 Fax 250-765-4545 Email hr@growers-supply-co.com
JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician. Hanna Chrysler Ltd in Hanna, Alberta needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25-$31/hour + bonus, benefits. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-8542845; Email: Chrysler@telusplanet.net
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MJ Drywall & Renovations Drywall, taping, texture spray. Call Mike at 250-826-8033 PESL DRYWALL Service Inc. Renovations, new construction and repairs. Boarding, taping, textured ceilings. Call Tomas at 250-212-4483 or 860-3495.
North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire general laborers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.
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 apply for this position, please call Capital News Circulation at 250-763-7575 and ask for Richard.
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 33 years experience. BDO Canada Limited. Trustee in Bankruptcy. #200-1628 Dickson Avenue. Kelowna, BC V1Y 9X1 CITY OF Yellowknife invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions: Pumphouse and Liftstation Tradesperson Public Works Department Competition #902-137 Closes: February 1, 2013. Pumphouse and Liftstation Maintainer Public Works Department Competition #902-135 Closes: February 1, 2013. Building Inspector II - Planning and Development Department Competition #220-125U Closes: February 1, 2013 Submit resumes in confidence by the closing date, to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT., X1A 2N4; Fax (867) 669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca Please direct all inquiries to the above listed email address. For more information on these positions, including the required qualifications, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at 867920-5603.
Home Care/Support CERTIFIED Care Aides, casual, growing to FT. Benefits. 102-3310 Skaha Lake Road, www.wecare.ca, fax: 250-4923883, pfedor@wecacanada.com.
Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services Position for Red Seal Chef available at Retirement Home in Kelowna. Fax resume to: 250-979-0601 or email: tisley@fernbraemanor.com No phone inquiries please.
Trades, Technical
PEACE Valley Industries in Chetwynd B.C is currently looking for Welders with a minimum of 5 yrs experience. We are also looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic. Please send resumes attention Scott to Fax (250)788-2928 or Email peacevalley@uniserve.com PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to fax 780-955-HIRE or hr@pyramidcorporation.com
Services Mind Body Spirit AFFORDABLE, Excellent F/B Massage. New! Neuro-Activating Touch. Linda 862-3929. AROMATHERAPY/SHIATSU A soothing touch. 8am-10pm. (250)-768-8999 ASIAN Massage. Lovely, Peaceful Setting, $60/hr. Call (250)-317-3575 BLISS Massage 4 your every need. 10 yrs exp. men only . Call 4 appt. 250-215-7755 Daytime Specials! New! Just moved back to Kelowna! Curvacious, 26 year old Latino Massage. Alyaa 250-878-4794 THAI Massage. Totally relax & energize your body & mind. Open 7 days/wk 250-801-7188
Counselling Sun Rivers Golf Course
Counselling available for police and military personnel and those with chronic illness or disabilities. Reasonable rates www.globalcounsellor.com or text message 250-488-5084
Job Opportunity Sales Manager
Sun Rivers Realty seeks a “best in sales management” professional to lead the Sun Rivers sales team. This person is motivated by; coaching their team to achieve outstanding results, the opportunity to work in a team based environment where collaboration and fun are paramount, to support a team of professionals to excel in customer sales and service and their desire to utilize their creativity to achieve outstanding results. Does this sound like you? • Your ambition and drive sets you apart from most people you know? • You know understanding customer needs is the cornerstone of sales success. • You are an excellent listener and team leader. • You identify & solve problems collaboratively. • You are highly motivated with energy & vitality which matches your desire to achieve goals. • You demonstrate administrative excellence in overseeing real estate systems and operating efficiencies. • You thrive in a small organization that is continually changing and growing. You will have demonstrated success as a real estate sales person and the consistent achievement of sales goals and targets. The base salary and production bonuses are highly attractive. The competitive benefit package includes extended health and dental as well as company discounts, specialized training and professional development. Sun Rivers values work-life balance and offers a fun, flexible, professional environment in one of the finest resort communities in BC. Don’t delay, check us out at sunrivers.com and see what you are missing. Please apply by December 20, 2012 by forwarding your compelling cover letter and resume to: Sun Rivers Resort Community 1000 Clubhouse Drive Kamloops BC, V2H 1T9 Attention: Leslie Brochu, Vice-President Or e-mail to employment@sunrivers.com
Financial Services ATTENTION: BOOKKEEPERS, ACCOUNTANTS & TAX PREPARERS
The Kelowna Capital News will be running a SPECIAL TAX PREP GUIDE in full color Feb 22nd, March 14th & April 12th Call Before FEBRUARY 15th to be included in this helpful guide. Call our Friendly Classified Department at 250-763-7114 or email: classified@kelownacapnews.com
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161. M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660. REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation. BBB accredited. 250-860-1653.www.4pillars.ca
Fencing
ALL KINDS OF FENCES. Cedar, Gates,Custom & Stain. 250-491-4622 www.akf.ca
Floor Refinishing/ Installations
Strong Roots Flooring Inc. Wood floor refinishing/installation, Ins. Lic’d. 250-808-7668.
Garage Door Services
GARAGE Doors- install, service, repair all makes of doors & openers. 250-878-2911
Home Care
Garden & Lawn
COMPASSIONATE care. Taking clients cleaning, shopping, meals meds & respite.First Aid & Food Safe (250)717-1021
JIM’S MOWING Book a job at www.jimsmowing.ca or call 310-JIMS(5467).
Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
Personal Care CARE AID req’d, 2 days/week for male in 40’s. Will train. Wage negotiable upon exp. 250-300-6928
Cleaning Services EUROPEAN hardworking lady exp’d, looking to clean houses/offices. Call 250-707-1771 MAID 2 SHINE CLEANING. REFERENCE’S AVAILABLE. $20/HOUR. (250)718-5181
Computer Services 12/7 A MOBILE COMPUTER TECH. Certified computer technician, virus removal, repairs, upgrades. Let me come to you. (250)-717-6520.
Contractors KSK Framing & Foundations. Quality workmanship at reas rates. Free est 250-979-8948
Countertops New laminate countertops, $25/sqft. installed, 10% price beat gaurantee. 250-859-6241
Help Wanted
Okanagan Manufacturer looking for a
Process Engineering Technician THE ROLE Our ideal candidate is a Mechanical or Process Technician/Technologist with experience within a manufacturing environment, strong analytical, presentation and leadership skills. What sets you apart is your ability to manage multiple projects, communicate, troubleshoot and deliver the tools and support needed to produce a quality product. THE INDIVIDUAL You have demonstrated a passion for process improvements and are keen to grow your career. We want an engineer or technologist who is proactive in their own career development and has the ability to align their career ambition with the direction of a fast growing company. Ultimately, if you are innovative, passionate and are eager to learn, you have the character, motivation and capabilities we need. Duties & Responsibilities: • Identify cost savings opportunities in manufacturing and assembly processes. Develop projects to address these opportunities and carry out from start to finish in collaboration with Operations and Product development groups. • Provide guidance and support in collaboration with Operations, Product Development, and frontline workers to implement change. Improve reliability and quality and reduce operating costs • Jig and Fixture design • Develops process specifications • Prepares specifications and operating instructions for production flow. • Develops process flow diagram to define proper sequence and standard operating procedures. • New equipment evaluation, troubleshooting and sourcing. Preferred Experience: • Mechanical/Process Engineering degree or 4th year Co-op Engineering student or Technologist diploma. • Able to work independently. • Strong analytical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills • Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a flexible team environment. • Excellent interpersonal skills (written and oral), proactive, organized, self motivated. • Good technical writing skills. • Willingness to learn. • Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Excel –Solidworks a definite asset)
Forward resumes to ehgreatjobs@gmail.com
Home Improvements
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Renovations- Painting-General Home Repairs. Contact: Doug @ (250)-575-7006 FOR FREE QUOTE. FREEDOM CONTRACTING NEED Help? Paint, Tile, Carpentry, Drywall, light electrical & plumbing. Rentals a specialty. Call (250)-869-6577 www.paintspecial.com. 3 rooms for $299! Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT until the job is completed! Free Est. (1) 250-899-3163
Home Repairs
LARRY’S Handyman & Reno Serv., Lg. & Sm. jobs, Graffitti Removal etc., 250-718-8879
Household Services
HUSBAND 4 HIRE can help you whether it be renovating a bathroom or giving you a ride to work. Inquire at link urlm.in/qfii or call 250-3175578
Machining & Metal Work
GET BENT Metal Fab, fences, gates, railings, security bars, 863-4418www.getbentmetalfab.ca
Misc Services
Respite for ederly, graduated home support worker; Care for small dogs, 6-10lbs; Hairdressing in your home, hair cut, color, perm, men & women. Phone: (778)755-2575
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
ROLL ENDS For Sale at The Kelowna Capital News. 2495 Enterprise Way. GREAT for the kids to draw on, puppy training, and packing for moving. CLEANER THAN NEWS PRINT! $1 + up. Talk to the girls in classifieds to purchase yours.
250-763-7114
Painting & Decorating
100% Prestige Painting, European Craftsmanship, Fine Detail work Ext/Int. 250-864-1041 1ST. In customer service, Cando Painting, prof. reliable crew, 15yrs. in business, Int/Ext. Eddie 250-863-3449
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Services
Pets & Livestock
Pets & Livestock
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Painting & Decorating
Feed & Hay
Pets
Firearms
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
Hay for sale, barn stored, 1st crop, $4.00 bale, 70 lb bales. 250-546-3371 250-309-5910.
Mini Pincher puppies from purebred parents.$450 each. I black 1 tan color. Call (778)214-2033 for more info.
GUNS: 12ga pump 3” mag., 260 Rem, .22, 300 mag, 20ga o/u, 20ga s/s. SScope, 250215-9827, k2tibet@yahoo.ca
Heavy Duty Machinery
DALE’S PAINTING SERVICE. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982. 862-9333
HAY FOR SALE; Grass or Grass Alfalfa mix, Large square bales, 3x3x8, $160/ton. Round bales $70. each, approx. 800lbs. Delivery avail. on larger orders. 250-8386630 cell 250-804-6720
I.L. Painting & Decorating. Nice, clean & quality painting. In/Out painting. 250-707-1771
Plumbing DREGER MECH. Plumbing, Gasfitting, comm/res & reno, ins’d, 24hr. Call 250-575-5878.
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.
Roofing & Skylights GERMAN MASTER ROOFER. Free estimate. Call Steffen, 250-863-8224
RYDER Roofing Ltd. ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’ Call: 250-765-3191
Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs Kelowna Pool & Spa Services **Hot Tub Repair Specialists** Phone: 250-765-7677
40 Black Angus Bred cows & 18 1st calf bred Heifers, 2 Bulls. 1-250-546-9766 evenings, Days 1-780-518-0901
Tiling
Pets
GREAT TILE & DESIGN Every kind of tile work by European standards. Fair Prices. Talk to Anatolij (250)-863-8484 TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics. Custom tile setting. Call (250)870-1009
Free Items Merchandise for Sale
Free pickup, of aluminum windows, wire, pipe, air conditioners & batteries. 250-717-0581
Antiques / Vintage
FREE P/U- Appliances, Rads, Batteries, Old machinery & vehicles. Harley 778-821-1317
Recollectables is now open! Collectables, antiques, furniture & quality used goods. 191 Asher Road, 778-753-6169. We buy select items & estates.
FREE queen size hide-a-bed, flocked velvet with mattressfloral on grey background. 778-484-5488.
$100 & Under 8 drawer pine chest, 4 top drawers, 4 bottom, as new, 64”x20”x38”,$85,250-870-8265
Furniture VINTAGE ESTATE FURNITURE
Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217
Garage Sales
Medical Supplies
3 Female Purebred West Highland Terriers Puppies The Mom & Dad can be viewed. Ready to go. 7 weeks old. (250)679-8808
HUGE, Inside Moving/Garage Sale at 1841 High Rd. Jan. 22-26, 9-1pm. 250-870-7183
Stair lifts, platform stair lifts, vertical platform lifts. Shoprider Scooters & Power chairs, new & used. Kel: 250-7647757, Vernon 250-542-3745. Toll Free 1-888-542-3745 www.okmobilty.ca
$200 & Under Porter Cable 10 amp plunge router with table 6 router bits $195 obo (250)763-0607
$400 & Under Simmonds King Size Bed with full base & irons, only 3 yrs old,$395obo.250-870-8265
4000sqft interlocking rubber mats; Gym Lockers; Drinking Fountains. (250)938-5749 AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON
Fruit & Vegetables
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.
Fruit & Vegetables
Fresh From the Fields
Dresser TD8G $23,000., TD15C $35,000., TD20C $19,000., DC5E-6 $35,000., TD20H - TD15M. Coastal Pacific Equipment,Williams Lake, BC 1(250)392-7755
Clearance prices on high quality solid wood, leather, antiques and collectibles. Up to 50% off our already low prices. OK Estates Furniture and More. 3292 Highway 97N beside Kelowna Hyundai 250-807-7775 11-5 Tues-Sat. Shop online at okestates.ca
WINE bottles, 16 dark, 22 light, 30 space wine rack $40.00 for all. 250-763-2371
Livestock
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
“Local Produce at Your Doorstep” To place an ad...call the Kelowna Capital News
250-763-7114
Graziano Orchards
HAZELDELL ORCHARDS
3455 Rose Rd. E. Kelowna Different variety of Apples, & Walnuts, also a variety of frozen, homemade fruit pies. (250)-860-2644
www.grazianofamilyorchards.com
5-litre Boxes of Gala Apple Juice For Sale Call 250-862-4997 for pick-up
Sales & Service Directory COUNTERTOPS
LAMINATE TOPS
starting at
NATURAL STONE
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On select colors only | Installation available
Visit our showroom at THE AIRPORT BUSINESS PARK Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm Family owned & operated for over 40 years
REFACE DON’T REPLACE 1/2 the cost of replacing Corian & Granite Designs. The Green Alternative.
10% OFF WITH THIS AD
GARAGE DOOR SERVICES
ksk
ABC
Framing & Foundations Quality workmanship at reasonable rates. Free estimates 250.979.8948
250-863-9830 or 250-768-1098
We install, service, & repair all makes of doors & openers. Broken Springs, Cables, Rollers... WE DO IT ALL!
250-878-2911 abcohdoors@gmail.com
250-859-6241 www.dsemillwork.com
HOME REPAIRS
LAWN AND GARDEN
& Renovation Services
• Interior & Exterior Renovations • Carpentry • Painting • Small Repairs • Pressure Washing
• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing
TEAM GERMAN MASTER ROOFER ROOFS OF ALL KINDS Free estimate Over 30 years experience WCB and Liability coverage VISA and Mastercard accepted Final roof inspector available
WWW.TEAMGERMAN.COM
250.863.8224
Drywall • Taping Texture Spray Ceilings Framing • Insulation Finishing
Call Mike 250-826-8033
QUALITY WORKMANSHIP
TEAM GERMAN MASTER ROOFER
SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST
ROOFS OF ALL KINDS • • • • •
MEMBER
“PREMIUM PAINT AND SERVICE”
Price includes Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint NO PAYMENT Until Job Is Completed!
PAINTING SERVICE
Artistic Ceramics
TILE SETTER
Custom tile setting. Travertine, marble, granite & ceramic. Decks, kitchen, baths. Guaranteed work.
Call 250-870-1009
862-9333 PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982
www.dalespaintingservice.ca
and speak with a classified rep today! WELDING
FEATURE
METAL FABRICATION LTD. Fences • Gates • Railings • Security Bars • Cargo Racks • Rollcages • Boat Railings & more. Tube Bending Specialists www.getbentmetalfab.ca
MJ Drywall & Renovations
250-863-4418
TRY THE SALES & SERVICE INTRO PRICE
157.25
DALE’S
250-763-7114
250.863.8224
RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free estimates, senior discounts,
$
250-808-7668
STRONGROOTS.CA
3 rooms for $299 (2 coats any colour)
www.PAINTSPECIAL.com 1.250.899.3163
Free estimate Over 30 years experience WCB and Liability coverage VISA and Mastercard accepted Final roof inspector available
TILING
250-765-3191
Strong Roots Flooring Inc. Wood floor refinishing, supply and installation of flooring
To book your space, call
ROOFING 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.’
250-491-4622 www.akf.ca
Ceiling and trim extra
WWW.TEAMGERMAN.COM
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Independently Owned and Locally Operated
Gates & custom orders, staining.
FLOOR REFINISHING
PAINTING/DECORATING
ROOFING
Canadian Homebuilders Association
Kelowna • 250-717-5500 kelowna.handymanconnection.com
ALL KINDS OF FENCING 6x8 cedar panels starting at $65.
Call 310-JIMS (5467) www.jimsmowing.ca
250-718-8879
• Electrical • Tile Work • To-Do Lists • Much More
MJ Drywall & Renovations
BOOK YOUR WINTER CLEAN UPS! Lawn Maintenance, Clean-ups, Pruning/Hedges, Rubbish Removal, Fertilizing, Aeration, Odd Jobs.
• Kitchen & Bathroom Upgrades • Yard Maintenance • Fences, Decks • Tile • Graffiti Removal
EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN
• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall
FENCING
SAME DAY SERVICE FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES
RENOVATIONS
FEATURE
• • • • •
Cabinet refacing for less
250-470-2235
AFFORDABLE PAINTING
Senior’s Specials Experience & Quality New Homes & Repaints Ceilings Bondable. Insurance Work Call Terry
10% Price beat guarantee
Larry’s Handyman
OVERHEAD DOORS
PAINTING/ DECORATING
NEW LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS, FLAT LAY FOR $25/SQFT. INSTALLED
www.okanagancountertopsystem.com
colonialcountertops.com
FRAMING
DSE MILLWORK
DRYWALL
tax incl.
12 inserts for new clients only please
Please call a classified representative at
250-763-7114
Drywall • Taping Texture Spray Ceilings • Framing • Insulation Finishing Call Mike 250-826-8033
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Rentals
Rentals
Transportation
Shared Accommodation
Auto Financing
Misc. for Sale
Misc. Wanted
Revenue Property
Homes for Rent
BIG BUILDING Sale. This is a clearance sale. you don’t want to miss! 20x20 $3,985. 25X24 $4,595. 30X36 $6,859. 35X48 $11,200. 40X52 $13,100. 47X76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
WANTED ---and in Great need of a stove and a sofa. I am very broke. I would be so grateful. Call (778)-478-2537
BUY FIXER UPPERS Bargains, Homes That Need Work Low Prices Free List & Report.
RUTLAND- 2 bdrm, detached garage, fenced yard. F/S, $1000 + utils. Pets/smoke ok. Avail now, 250-212-8372
FOR RESTLESS or cramping legs. A fast acting remedy since 1981, sleep at night, proven for 31 years. Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660 or www.allcalm.com SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT STEEL BUILDINGS/ Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x 40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x 150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca WANTED: Vintage paintings, postcards, fishing rods, reels, tackle, old knives, Native baskets, old guns, saddles & gun rigs, military medals, pocket watches, etc. Silver & gold coins. Honest & Confidential! Cash Paid! 250-308-7342, 250-260-8069
Musical Instruments Heinztman full size upright piano & stool, 1918, good shape.$600. 250-546-3896.
Sporting Goods SKS’s & SKS Ammo in Stock Norinco Tax-In Specials: M14 308 cal c/w 520 rd ammo $833. AR-15 223 cal c/w 1600 rd ammo $1299. 1911-A1-GC 45 cal c/w 1000 rd ammo $811. Upgraded Grizzly 870 shotguns from $425. Quality Firearms Bought & Sold at The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick, Kel. 250-762-7575, Tues-Sat, 10-6.
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This handsome dog is just a joy. You can’t help smile when you see his happy face and playful character. He lived with dogs in his previous home. Because of his size and the fact that he has no leash manners, we strongly recommend that his new owners go with him to obedience classes. It will make a more pleasurable experience all around. He loves bounding in the backyard, but, if you have small children in your environment, he may accidentally knock them over. Once he gets into a stable home and has those training classes, we believe Cam will be a life long family companion.
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Donner is a very handsome dog who will be a welcome addition to any family. We do not know anything about his background, but we do know that he is a love. Even thought he is a big boy, he does not like to spend long periods of time outside alone. He would quickly become a loyal and dedicated companion. He is good with some other dogs, but he is discriminatory on which ones he likes. We currently have him mixed with Bob, a pit bull puppy and they get along great. So if you are contemplating adding him to a family with an existing dog, it is imperative that you bring in your current dog to do a “meet and greet”. We have to be sure they get along before bringing Donner to his new home. Donner loves to play in our backyard and thoroughly enjoys playing fetch. Donner will make a wonderful addition to a family who knows the breed.
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Midnight is a black handsome fellow, with a laid back personality. He would be a great companion for those who want a big cuddler. Midnight enjoys his comfortable bed where he likes to be calm and watch his surroundings. He is a little shy but once you get the treats out he is your best friend! He enjoys cuddles and head butts. He would be the perfect companion to cuddle with on a cold winter night. If you feel that you have the time and home to offer Midnight, we would love to introduce you to him. Please speak to the Shelter Staff.
ADULT HUSKY CROSS ROTTWEILER NEUTERED MALE
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“Stark” came to the Shelter as an unclaimed stray and we are now looking for the right home for this high-energy dog. He loves to run and play ‘catch me if you can’ games, so it is IMPERATIVE that you keep Stark on a leash at all times until you take him to some obedience classes. He does love attention and once he burns off his energy, he does settle down and just lay there wanting you to pet him. We do not recommend he go to a home with smaller children nor cats because of his high prey drive. If you are a household that likes to hike, bike or jog, this might just be the dog you have been looking for. He is definitely house trained. Stark enjoys the snow and trying to find his toys that are buried underneath.
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Lacey is a friendly dog who enjoys her car rides. She has had no formal obedience classes, but listens well and knows how to “shake two paws”. She is quite shy at first meeting, but quickly bonds to her caregivers. Lacey can be intimated by some more powerful men because of her past history, but she does respond to all people who give her the love she wants and needs. She has her favourite pillow which she lays her head on when she is sleeping on the couch. Once Lacey comes out of her shell, she is a playful, active, outgoing and affectionate dog.
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Patches came to us as an owner surrender, he was part of a litter that the owner couldn’t find a home for. We do not know why as he is quite the little guy! He loves to smush his face into yours and purrs away! He would do well in a stimulated environment as he is still growing and developing his personality. If you would like a young, mellow but playful kitten come to the Kelowna SPCA and ask to meet Patches.
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Hi there, my name is Thunder. I am a very regal boy who will capture your heart. I am very personable and would do well in either an active or low-key home. I would be a good cat for children as I am patient and gentle. I love to lounge away and am an amazing cuddler! If you would like to meet me, please ask staff for an introduction.
ADULT DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR CROSS NEUTERED MALE
I am a very handsome fellow with some special needs. I will have to be on urinary food for my entire life. This issue is very easily controlled by special food you can purchase at a VET for me to eat every day and only that food. Please don’t let that small flaw drive you away from me because I am the friendliest, most handsome orange kitty out there! My cute little snaggletooth gives me some spunk. I love head buts and to be fussed about with lots of attention. My favorite past time is hanging out in paper bags. I love being petted and loved.
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CUISINE from Jude’s kitchen scratch cooking There’s nothing like home made. That’s why we tend to remember our mom’s and granny’s cooking with such longing. It was generally homemade. There wasn’t today’s explosion of mixes and pre-cooked foods available in those days. And, it’s true that some home-cooked food was better than others, but at least there was a lot more home-cooked food. When you cook from scratch instead of using a mix or heating up something that’s been frozen into a rock-hard mass of unidentifiable bits, you control what goes into it. And, if you have any respect for your body, or if you care how long it lasts, or how well it feels, then you’ll care what you put into it. You’ll want to know and control how much sodium and sugar are hidden in your meals and what sort of fats you’re eating. You have control when you cook it from scratch. And, surprisingly, it’s not that much more difficult, and doesn’t take that much more time, than cooking from a mix, particularly if you start off with a fridge and a pantry that’s stocked with healthy food. So, really, your health begins at the grocery store, where you can choose to be inspired by the fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and fish around the outside edges of the store, instead of by the colourful, well-posed pictures or bright illustrations on the packages of frozen goods and mixes on the inside aisles of the store. Guess which is best for your health? In the process of decreasing the processed foods that go into your body and increasing the whole foods, you will also be surprised at how much wholesome flavour you get out of cooking from scratch. So, shake free of the bonds of frozen and canned foods; leave the mixes on the shelf; and surprise your taste buds with some simple scratch cooking. For lots more recipes for easy meals based on what’s available locally, in season, pick up a copy of my book, Jude’s Kitchen, at Mosaic Books, Chapters, the B.C. Wine Museum or other wine shops and boutiques.
Elise's Cranberry and Orange Scones These are a delightful breakfast treat, or they could be served as a snack with a piece of cheddar or for dessert. 2 c. (500 ml) flour 3 tbsp. (45 ml) sugar 1 tbsp. (15 ml) grated orange zest 1 tbsp. (15 ml) baking powder 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) baking soda 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) salt 1/3 c. (75 ml) cold butter 1 c. (250 ml) dried cranberries 1/4 c. (60 ml) orange juice 1/4 c. (60 ml) half and half cream 1 egg flour, for dusting 1 tbsp. (15 ml) milk 1 tbsp. (15 ml) sugar
Pre-heat oven to 450 C. In a bowl combine the first six ingredients, mincing the orange zest. Cut in grated frozen butter, or chunks of the cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs and set aside. In a small bowl, beat the cranberries, orange juice, cream and egg. Add that to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly-floured surface and knead gently six or eight times. Pat the dough out into an eight-inch circle and cut into eight wedges. Put each onto an ungreased baking pan. Combine milk and sugar and brush each scone with the mixture. Bake at 450 for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Makes eight wedges.
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Shepherd's Pie Casserole
You gotta love a complete meal in one dish. Clean-up is easy, as is serving, and if you make it up ahead of time, ready to bake, the whole dinner is a snap as well, and it’s full of a variety of vitamins and minerals. 1 onion 1 stalk celery 1 carrot 1 large garlic clove 1/4 c. (60 ml) fresh parsley 2 c. (500 ml) diced potatoes 1 c. (250 ml) diced yams drizzle of oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) cumin powder 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. (1 ml) salt 1 lb. (454 g) lean ground beef 2 tbsp. (30 ml) ketchup 1 tbsp. (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. (5 ml) or so favourite hot sauce 2 c. (500 ml) shredded kale Dice onion, celery and carrot and set
aside separately. Mince garlic clove and fresh parsley, if available. Dice up peeled yam and potatoes and simmer in enough water to nearly cover them until just soft enough to drain and mash. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frypan and saute the onion over medium heat until soft. Add celery, carrot and garlic and cook for a few more minutes. Add spices and stir in well. Add ground meat and brown, breaking it up as you stir. Add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and your favourite hot sauce, to taste. Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Trim leaves from the kale stems, shred, then steam shredded kale leaves until just wilted. Scrape the meat mixture into a shallow casserole dish and top with wilted kale, then mashed potatoes and yams. Cook, covered, for 20 minutes or so, then remove the lid and continue cooking for a further 20 minutes. Serves 4-6.
Contact Jude’s Kitchen at The Kelowna Capital News, 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. , V1X 7K2; jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com
Some simple guidelines for readers of Jude's Kitchen
There are some basics about my cooking that you should know about in using the recipes created for Jude’s Kitchen. *I mean a large egg when a recipe calls for an egg *usually, butter and margarine are interchangeable *usually, salt and pepper is added to your taste *I generally use sea salt
*fresh ingredients top frozen or canned *organic products are my first choice *wherever possible, I use whole grains, not processed *include a variety of them, when possible *wherever possible, I use fresh herbs *fewer quantities of dried herbs are needed than fresh
*I use extra virgin olive oil *I use grapeseed or olive oil to cook with *I don’t deep fry *feel free to substitute. I do *have fun in the kitchen *encourage others to as well
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