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Chris Mihalcheon unstraps his Christmas tree from his car before throwing it on the pile at the tree drop-off at 20th Street and 47th Avenue. Residents of Vernon, Coldstream and the BX can dispose of their Christmas tree at the site next to St. John Ambulance until Jan. 19.
Cherryville opposes harvesting plan a 6.5-kilometre road to allow for harvesting. “We’re quite concerned. If it’s going to be Cherryville residents fear they may lose logged, it needs to be done selectively,” said access to an area they deem senFoisy, adding that he is opposed sitive environmentally and ecoto clearcuts in the Cherry Creek nomically. watershed. B.C. Timber Sales, a governThe Cherry Ridge Management ment agency, is currently seekCommittee administers the coming input on possibly allowing 209 munity forest and has been dishectares in the North Fork area to cussing an expansion with MLA be sold off for timber harvesting. Eric Foster. “We’ve been working on As a result, the prospect of the expanding the community forTSA going to auction came as a Eugene Foisy est into this area,” said Eugene surprise. Foisy, Cherryville’s regional dis“The referral came on trict director. Christmas Eve,” said Hank Cameron, manIf the process proceeds, the 209 hectares agement committee president. could include eight new cutblocks, as well as The community forest covers 1,500 cubic RICHARD ROLKE
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metres of timber that is selectively logged. “They (private companies) take all of the easy high-value timber whereas if we manage it, we have a lower footprint,” said Cameron, adding that the land identified by the BCTS has specific issues to consider. “There is a history of (soil) instability and it’s above private land.” The BCTS wants input on its proposal by Jan. 31 and Cameron anticipates many Cherryville residents will have something to say. “There definitely will be outrage,” he said. According to the Ministry of Forests, the North Fork area is managed under a forest stewardship plan as part of BCTS’s longterm sustainable timber harvesting plans. “Prior to putting timber up for auction,
BCTS conducts extensive review of each project with a particular focus on limiting potential environmental impacts,” says the ministry in a statement. “Regarding the area, BCTS is just in the planning stages and is willing to meet to address any concerns or proposals. No timber sale licences have yet been put up for auction.” Foster is monitoring the Cherryville situation closely. “I will be touching base with the ministry and I appreciate the concerns of the Cherry Ridge Management Committee,” he said. “I supported the committee’s plan to expand the community forest because it’s done an excellent job of managing the community forest.”
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Centennial Celebration
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Two-year-old Faith Martin enjoys a cup of hot chocolate beside a bonfire during the So Long to 2013 Centennial Celebrations in Armstrong. Haven Mills laces up her roller skates to take to the floor of the Hassen Arena.
Coldstream mayor pondering position Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff
His name will be somewhere on the 2014 ballot, but Coldstream Mayor Jim Garlick hasn’t quite decided which seat he’ll be seeking in the November civic election. After serving six years at the helm of council, Garlick could very well return to a councillor’s position. “I see myself participating in council in some way in the future,” Jim Garlick said Garlick. “I don’t know if it’s the mayor’s position or not.” As for the current council, Garlick is pleased with the faces around the table. “We have a lot of professionals on our council. We bring forward a lot of different points of view.” But he admits there’s one person he’d like to see back. “I miss Bill Firman.”
Garlick figures most councillors will leave it until the fall to decide if, when and what position they might seek in November. “This current council is a good group of people but I’m not sure if all of them will run again.” Ultimately, says Garlick, it’s the community who determines who their future leaders will be. “The people decide whether you participate or not.” But the future of Coldstream council could be in question with the Greater Vernon Governance Society pushing for amalgamation. Garlick hasn’t been convinced that amalgamation would benefit the region. “We are well served in this area by this structure we have,” said Garlick, adding that amalgamation in many other areas hasn’t proven popular. “I find it very confusing considering what we have accomplished with our partners.” When it comes to possible cost savings, Garlick also isn’t convinced amalgamation is the way to go.
“If anything it works the opposite way.” Although amalgamation would create single services (such as regional departments), Garlick points out that they are still going to need to increase in capacity to serve the larger area. That could also lead to reduced services for taxpayers, he adds. “I doubt you’ll have the same service levels in places like Coldstream.” Instead, Garlick feels the status quo is serving the region well, especially considering all that has been accomplished or is being worked on recently such as the new parks agreements, master water plan, sports complex project and specific projects such as the Highway 6 realignment which have a regional benefit. “A lot of things that have been outstanding, for years in some cases, have got a direction or are reaching completion,” said Garlick. Coldstream is also eager to see some additional projects in the works, specifically the proposed Tolko pellet plant in Lavington. “It could mean around 50 jobs.”
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Plans are also being worked on for the Trintec development on Sarsons Road and Selkirk Drive. The focus of the project has shifted to include more professional services. “Things like a doctor’s office, a dentist office closer would be beneficial,” said Garlick. “We want to provide some services that better serve the community.”
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Cougars pose threat RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Cougars are a natural part of the North Okanagan, but they do pose a risk. Conservation officers destroyed a threeyear-old female cat Thursday night after it had been hanging around Kinloch Drive and Kidston Road in Coldstream since Christmas. “When there is the potential for conflict, officers react appropriately,” said Sgt. Josh Lockwood. The cougar was stalking and eating raccoons and not house pets, but there is always a concern that a cougar can come in contact with people, and especially a child. There is not a shortage of cougars in the North Okanagan and
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A three-year-old female cougar has been located in the Kinloch Drive area of Coldstream. it’s believed they may be showing up in urban settings because they are following deer from the snow-covered hills down in to the valley. Once in a neighbourhood, they can find other sources of food, such as pets. “We’re getting lots of calls of sightings,” said Lockwood, adding that a cougar killed a llama in Tappen Friday. Cougars are also seen in Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park but that
is expected. “It is a back-country park,” said Lockwood. Once caught, at-risk cougars are destroyed as relocation is not successful because they are put into another cat’s territory. “We may also put them into an area where there is no food source,” said Lockwood. If you see a cougar, call the conservation reporting line at 1-877952-5277 or *5277 on a cellular phone.
Thieves take off with motorcycle RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Public information is being sought after a theft at a Vernon business. RCMP were called to Four Seasons Motor Sports on 25th Avenue just before 5 a.m. Friday. “An individual or individuals used a vehicle to pull the front door open and once the door was open, they removed a Suzuki motorcycle,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. “It appears that they were attempt-
ing to remove a second vehicle but they got scared off or decided to leave it behind.” The pickup truck used to open the doors was left behind, so it is believed a second vehicle was used to haul the motorcycle. It’s not known if the pickup truck was stolen. Anyone with any information about this crime is asked to call the Vernon RCMP detachment at 250-545-7171, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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It was a chilly, but fulfilling start to 2014. More than 100 souls braved the icy water of Kalamalka Lake to take part in the revival of the popular polar bear swim on New Year’s Day, and raised almost $5,000 for the Vernonfounded Zimbabwe Project. “It was a great turnout and everybody that took part had a great time,” said polar bear swim organizer and Zimbabwe Project founder Angela Yablonski, owner of Curve’s in Vernon. There were 106 people who signed up to take a dip in the lake to start off the new year and raise money for Yablonski’s project. That included a group of lifeguards, who won the best costume prize of a gift certificate to Parnell’s Appliance and Electronics. Also taking the plunge in the lake was Yablonski. “For someone who doesn’t like the water at all, it was not horrible,” she laughed. “I would do it again next year.” And the success of
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Civic elections are still 10 months away but the race is already heating up in one jurisdiction. Herman Halvorson has announced he hopes to reclaim his rural Enderby seat at the Regional District of North Okanagan board table in November. “I have been approached by several
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Internet. “Community life is vibrant and we need to support that,” said Nicol, adding that the regional district also provides scholarships to 4-H members as a way of promoting agriculture and education. To determine whether it is fulfilling the interests of residents, the regional district frequently conducts surveys and the most recent one revolved around landfills. A common theme in the survey was public concern about the Highway 97 entrance to the Greater Vernon landfill and the risk to motorists. RDNO has suggested a one-way bridge across the highway that would allow traffic on Birnie Road to re-enter the highway and head north. The Ministry of Transportation has opposed that concept, but lobbying will continue.
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ed that the provincial government take action to mitigate flooding. “The solutions aren’t easy but it’s one of the issues we work tenaciously on,” said Nicol. Another focus continues to be provincial meat regulations and the goal of North Okanagan farmers being able to slaughter meat for sale at the gate. “People want their food grown locally and they want access to it,” said Nicol, adding that resolving the meat regulations is critical to economic development and the health of rural communities. Nicol is convinced that RDNO’s role is not to try and do everything itself, but to facilitate community-based initiatives. As an example, the regional district provided support in Cherryville for the development of an outdoor ice rink and installation of high-speed
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believes the level of staffing at the regional district must be a priority. “We have to look at the whole thing. They have been doing core reviews elsewhere and perhaps we need to look at that,” he said. “We need to look at the services and see if we are getting value.” Jackie Pearase, the current rural Enderby director, says she will pursue a second term. “I’ve enjoyed my time and I would like to finish off some things and do more in other areas,” she said. “I’m working hard to try and find a solution for Ashton Creek flooding. I have also been working with the Shuswap Trail Alliance for possible trail work.”
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MP stands by government record know what poverty is in this country. Reflecting on the He says recentpast year as Okanagan- ly released Statistics Shuswap’s MP is for Canada figures indiColin Mayes, a mostly cate that the number of satisfying endeavour. children living in povAn eight-year mem- erty has been reduced ber of the Conservative by 70,000 over the past government’s back- decade. bench, Mayes “It needs to says he is be fixed, but proud of the I definitely federal focus believe we’re on trying to making headhelp families way with lowand seniors income houssurvive in this ing helping economy. single moms Colin Mayes “There and children,” have been he says. “Our various initiagove r n me nt tives to help put money really believes to help back in the pockets of people is a good job young families,” he says, and we’re working on noting the programs spending money with help parents involve the provinces to make their children in activi- sure everybody has a ties such as hockey and good job.” gymnastics. “The child Mayes says his tax credit has been pop- government is doing ular; it puts a few extra a study in Human dollars in parents’ pock- Resources Development ets to hire a babysitter Canada on how Ottawa or help to pay for activi- can better provide First ties, or put it in savings Nations with the skills for future education.” they need for the jobs For seniors, it’s of today. income splitting. “I have to say, you’ve “Canada has one heard what Abraham of the least number of Lincoln said: ‘The govseniors living below the ernment should never poverty line,” he says, do for citizens what citimaintaining some 70 zens can do for themper cent of Canadian selves,’” he says. “In sayseniors have incomes of ing that, it’s not up to us $50,000 or better. to feed the children that “I know there is still might not be getting 30 per cent who, for proper nourishment. sure need help. The tax Our job is to make sure free savings account has the parents are those helped seniors of our who are caring for the country be able to get children, to give them through tougher times.” the support they need When asked about to ensure they have the child poverty in this resources to provide the country, Mayes, who’s nourishment for their daughter works for children.” Samaritan’s Purse in In relation to MP Africa, says people don’t Mike Chong and sevbarb brouwer
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s it too late to wish a Happy New Year to readers and friends? After all it’s only the fifth day of a 365-day year so it’s still pretty new by most accounts. However there is the social aspect to consider when something becomes tiresome, or inappropriate, or even awkward. If it’s the first time you’ve seen someone in 2014 it might be appropriate, but then again not if it’s Feb. 1, so what’s a guy to do? Other greetings are more clear cut. Happy birthdays are pretty much on the day of, or at least Glenn Mitchell within a day or two, otherwise it comes from the belated birthday rack. Merry Christmas has a little more staying power but New Year’s follows closely on its heels so it’s a little more obvious when the transition takes place. However after New Year’s there’s a virtual wasteland until the next holiday, which by the way is the relatively new Family Day in February in these parts, but it’s much too early to wish one a great Family Day, not to mention there’s no tradition of doing so. So, let’s say it’s OK to say Happy New Year to virtually anyone (well if you haven’t done it to close friends and family by now it might be getting a tad late) you come into contact with in the first week of the first month so I’m getting this in just under the wire........Happy New Year and may you and your loved ones enjoy a healthy and prosperous 2014....... .......I might be actually getting a little old for too many New Year’s activities, my wife and I went to a movie on New Year’s Eve which my boys thought was ‘oh so boring’ but what do they know?
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But the movie was fine, and we weren’t the only ones, and everything worked out great. Heck, might even do it again next year. When you’re young there’s pressure to start the new year with a bang, when you’re not so young that lack of pressure is one of the few things you appreciate about being a little more mature. Not that we can’t party hardy (did I really just use that phrase?) when we want to but the year is still young, OK?..... .....and that’s the thing about a new year, it’s like a blank page, a do-over, a mulligan, a free pass, well you get the idea. Of course it’s not really cause we bring over a ton of baggage, some of it around our waist, as we turn the page, not to mention it’s January and it’s cold and the next holiday isn’t until.... But there’s always hope one can change just a little, or get to that long-anticipated project, or get fit, or start a savings plan, or write that book, or all of the above. That’s my problem – I shoot for the moon and settle for something less, oh, about Jan. 9 or so. And I know I’m not alone. Maybe the key is baby steps. You know like Bill Murray in that movie What About Bob? You know, every marathon begins with a first step, doesn’t it? Or then again it’s more about actually getting off the couch and doing something about your procrastination problem. The other thing about getting older is that with each passing year you realize life is short, terribly, terribly short. Just like it takes awhile to get used to writing 2014 on cheques for the first little while (if you still do that antiquated practice), some of us are still adjusting to the fact that it’s not the 1900s any longer. So without any further delay, happy new year and get out there and work on those resolutions. The clock is ticking.
News of a cougar being destroyed Thursday is guaranteed to prompt outrage. It’s human nature to be upset over the end of a majestic creature’s life. But before our feelings get the best of us, consider the alternative. Isn’t is better to read about a cougar being destroyed than a headline about a cougar attack? Yes, these animals live here too, but they pose a risk to us, our offspring and our own animals. When one of these great cats is lurking around residential neighbourhoods, conservation officers must make that tough call to protect the neighbourhood. Some may argue that the cat should have been relocated. But along with the fact conservation officers do not have the time or resources to do so, there is also the fact that the animal may continue to be a threat elsewhere. It’s like the deer that was eating out of coolers in Coldstream this summer. Once introduced to easy access of food, animals aren’t likely to go back to the wild where their dinner isn’t served up on a silver platter. Relocation also poses the problem of putting one cat in another’s territory. The outcome there is generally the same – one less cougar. So as disturbing as it may be to learn that a cougar, or deer, or bear has been destroyed, it’s a safety-first decision that we should respect. And instead of forcing blame on conservation, look around your own backyard to see if you are actually a contributor to the situation. Wild animals can be easily lured to the area by honest mistakes such as: litter at local parks, garbage cans full of smelly snacks, messy fruit trees and untended composts.
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his letter is a big thank you to all of the former and current members of the Coldstream Women's Institute. The hall, as it is known in our family, has been a big part of the municipality of Coldstream for years. The sign outside says, "Coldstream Women's Institute, 1937." In the early years, it was a hive of activity with parties, weddings, anniversaries and funerals. The groups that have used the hall over the years are Well Baby Clinics with public health nurse Peggy Johnson, the institute used it for their meetings, card parties, banquets, Scouts, Cubs, Guides, Brownies and a boys club. Boxing has used it and a church used it for a Bible camp one summer. The Coldstream Fire Department used it for years for its annual meeting with a roast beef dinner, cooked and served by greAt librAry stAff The Vernon branch of Okanagan Regional Library deserves recognition, praise and thanks for excellent service all year long. The community is proud of this award-winning building but the people inside are the point of my letter. They are willing, interested, cheerful, helpful and knowledgeable in their librarian careers, paying, beyond expectation, attention to deadlines, renewals, reminders, return calls, requests, books held, suggestions and personal guidance. They respond to every need. No request is ever too much trouble to solve. While searching for the last book written by a favourite author, a helpful librarian produced a twopage list of books similar to this author. It was an unexpected surprise and it enabled me to locate more enjoyable books quickly. Top hats off to our library staff. Jean Wetherill common sense needed I wish to comment on the recent issues of the tourist information booth and the Civic Arena
the WI women. The dessert would have been a staple pineapple fluff. The recipe for both are part of my collection.
on 39th Avenue. The planned tourist information booth in this location is the most ridiculous decision that has come out of city hall since the Coldstream Hotel purchase. Regardless of the cost, which is $20,000 to $30,000 to remove the tourist booth at the north end of the city, $300,000 to purchase the Correale property, plus $290,000 to renovate it, a portion of this money will come from the municipal tax collected from hotel room tax. If the city were to charge parking fees for the about 100 vehicles presently using the parking lot next to the arena, these fees would provide an additional revenue. The long-term plan is to construct a park on the Civic Arena site. Apparently the arena is starting to deteriorate. The floor is in poor condition and the walls have some cracks. Why not have a private engineer assess the condition of the arena? Would a second opinion not be advisable? This is a heritage building that is 75-years-old. This arena has a great history of hockey, entertainment (ie. Anne Murray), the Shrine Circus and many more events. A new floor would cost less
Sometimes the hall was used for political purposes, candidates meetings, etc. Real estate companies used it for writing
than tearing down the arena. If and when the Civic Arena is removed, let us hope the property does not turn into another parking lot. As for the location of the tourist booth, how will the southbound traffic turn left on to 39th Avenue without creating havoc? A left-turn arrow will slow down traffic from the north and cause major gridlock downtown. And when the tourists decide to continue on, how do they get across the highway and carry on south? Think about it. Major gridlock through town does not make for happy tourists or locals and to add to the traffic, we will have vehicles going up and returning from the new sports park near the college. When city council receives recommendations from university educated experts it does not mean these experts have common sense. All decision-makers at city hall should make a new year's resolution as follows: "I will use my common sense in 2014." gil garrett city hAll Who is running city hall? Why are we electing a mayor and coun-
exams and the glass plant used it for job fairs. One of the funniest stories was from a former Vernon business' Christmas party. Everything was going well, tables set, etc. Then the turkey arrived and the institute members started to carve, only to find it partially cooked. Well, the ladies didn't flinch. They took out the frying pans, carved up the breast and fried it. The party was a success. I am sure there are many more stories. Some will remember helping wash dishes and cleaning up after a party, etc. Let us hope that future generations will have memories of the hall for their memory banks. Thanks again Coldstream Women's Institute. The CWI will still continue as a club and new members are always welcome. Angie Kitcher
cil when it seems the city managers are always giving interviews. These are persons who are hired by the council and are responsible to the elected (by us the taxpayers) council and mayor to operate our city. It seems to be done by past and present mayors and council members to give interviews when they have good news and if it is bad, have the managers do it. I say it is time for the mayor and council to get a backbone and take over all interviews regarding the city, good or bad news. If the managers have that much extra time get them to find new ways to save money (their job). Regarding a tax increase, it should either be zero or lower. Why do we have a new fleet of vehicles sitting in the works yard? The old ones all look in good shape. If the union wants any increase wages or benefits, then let them find the money by cutting union hours, benefits, perks or staff. Just because you are a union member, it does not give you the right to cause my standard of living to drop to maintain or increase your standard.
It is time the city stops any and all borrowing, unless it absolutely required or we pay off all our loans, then go on a cash basis. garry haas
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Vernon Search and Rescue members are constantly upgrading their skills through training sessions.
Search unit needs members Morning Star Staff
If you are looking to get involved in the community, Vernon Search and Rescue may have a role for you. The non-profit society, which has provided search and rescue services since 1960, will hold new recruit information nights Jan. 15 and 17. “A fair degree of commitment is required from each member to participate in tasks, training and promotional events throughout the year,” said Rob Cross, membership director. Vernon SAR currently has 65 volunteer members that are on call 24 hours a day through the use of pages and an automated telephone system. It averages about 40 incidents annually. Resources consist of an initial response truck, a command truck, two jet boats, three ATVs and
three snow machines. “There are no restrictions on who can become a member, and the group consists of both genders,” said Cross. “The only requirement is that each member completes the basic training as required by Emergency Management B.C. “Although for many, the basic course is just a stepping stone into one of the many specialties of search and rescue, including search management, swift water rescue, flat ice rescue, rope rescue, avalanche rescue, and tracking.” The information nights Jan. 15 and 17 will both be held at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Search and Rescue office on Aberdeen Road in Coldstream (next to the Regional District of North Okanagan). For more information, go to www.vernonsar.ca.
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Big Steel Box on the global stage JENNIFER SMITH Black Press
As Internet trends go, the tiny house movement is on the brink of world domination and if there’s one fan favourite among the funky dwelling alternatives, it’s the shipping container. From stacked container apartments to the single box options dropped on the verdant paradise of the owner’s choice, the corrugated metal structures have acquired enough allure among back-to-the-land types and the architecturally curious to spawn their own niche in designer magazines. Are these homes a realistic housing solution for the average Okanaganite? Not really, according to Devon Siebenga, president of Big Steel Box Structures, a company poised to provide container housing options globally. “It’s not actually a more cost-effective solution. It’s an alternate solution and it has real benefits being that it’s structurally built out of steel,” he said. “But the reality is, all of your interior wall construction is the same as any other building and in some cases you have to use a little bit more special products.” And this means the costs go up. For example, a typical building breathes whereas a steel shipping container does not. When Big Steel Box builds one of its sleeping structures, they have to compensate by using a polyurethane spray-foam insulation which can then act like a vapour barrier to ensure condensation doesn’t form inside the walls. The box may look cheap, in other words, but once the work starts inside, the bills start mounting. “Structures” is the story of the year at Big Steel Box, which merged with the Mission Group in 2012. While the original company, Big Steel Box Corporate, continues to make leaps and bounds, landing clients like Target — it worked with Ledcor on the store’s roll out in Canada providing storage for the goods
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Jason Siebenga, president of Big Steel Box, and his brother, Devon Siebenga, president of Big Steel Box Structures, are expanding their company nationally and globally, with a new venture in shipping container housing solutions. prior to opening — the Structures branch of the company is quietly expanding, providing everything from the military to logging camps with staff accommodations. The pitch is simple. “If you want to start to move a wood frame, you need to have significant reinforcement where the box is already built to move…and any transportation system is build around this building block so it’s ultra portable,” said Devon, 26, one of the three brothers who run this young company. Now housed under the Mission Group, Big Steel Box is actually a spinoff of a landscaping company owned by his father, Barry, who brought his sons Jason, Devon and Ryan Siebenga into the fold when they each left
high school. Barry started the business by purchasing a few containers for himself to use in his original business and was soon loaning them out to friends. The system became a side venture and over the course of a three year period it grew enough for his oldest son, Jason, to skip the post-secondary school route and start with the company in 2003 at 20-years-old. Ryan followed the next year, running a storage company out of Abbotsford and Devon in 2005, when the family acquired On-Site Storage in Kamloops. The three brothers, each running separate companies, decided it was time to brand under one name and with the birth of Big
Steel Box, the company exploded. “We were actually approached by a few companies out of the U.S. that were interested in acquiring our business and, through that process, we saw that we had a huge opportunity to take over the market for portable storage in Canada,” said Jason. He’s now doggedly pursuing a five-year plan to dominate the domestic container storage market with a goal to have a presence in every city of 100,000 people or more. The company can do everything from move a family home to provide the containers for large construction projects or other commercial needs. Big Steel Box Structures, which operates as a separate company under the Mission Group, has started to spread its wings, providing housing in Cuba, called Jack and Jill sleepers, working on a 100-man camp in northern B.C. and bidding on contracts in Saudi Arabia. The key to the speedy build lies in their ability to find good mentors, Jason said. Working under Jonathan Friesen, chief executive officer of the Mission Group, they’re able to access the resources of the partners in the parent company, like Randy Shier, the architect who heads MG Homes, and the business leadership they need to make good decisions. “When I look at the guys from the Mission Group, I thought, if we can get these guys interested in the business and working with us I think we can do as good or better than working with (the American companies who offered the first merger), even though they have everything on paper,” said Jason. And as for the name, that part of the equation is owed to a woman in Vernon who helped with their branding. “People see our competitors’ boxes and they think that they’re Big Steel Boxes even when they’re not branded as a Big Steel Box,” said Jason. “It really resonates and it’s so easy to retain.”
Greater Vernon chamber hosts free Google workshop Morning Star Staff
A presence on the Internet is increasingly important to the future of businesses, big and small. As a result, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free educational session Jan. 15 entitled Your Business and Google. “Learn how to optimize your business’ search results on Google,” said Torrie Silverthorn, membership development and events co-ordinator for the chamber.
“Learn how to optimize your business’ search results.” — Torrie Silverthorn
“A representative from Google will teach us how a simple
Google search translates into new customers.” Participants are asked to bring their own lunch to the event. While the event is free, registration is required. You can register by e-mailing the chamber at info@vernonchamber.ca The seminar runs from noon to 1 p.m. Jan. 15 at the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce (upstairs boardroom) at 102-2901 32nd St.
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The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Vernon Association are preparing for another year of Business After 5 sessions. They begin Jan. 21 at the Italian Kitchen, followed by Feb. 18 at Ricky’s and the Pacific Inn and March 18 at the Sandman Hotel. Each month, a different local business opens up its doors from 5 to 7 p.m. and provides an atmosphere for networking, refreshments and fun. The cost to attend is $5 for chamber and DVA members and $15 for non-members. If you are interested in hosting the event, contact Torrie at the chamber at 250-5450771 or events@vernonchamber.ca.
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Planning Standards Council, incorporated on Nov. 10, 1995, is a not-for-profit organization which develops, promotes and enforces professional standards in financial planning through a certification process. The council’s purpose is to instill confidence in the financial planning profession. If you would like to verify a CFP’s designation, visit www.fpsc.ca/ directory-cfp-professionals-good-standing Colleen Barker is a certified financial planner with the Fraser Financial Group in Vernon. This article is provided for information purposes only. Please consult with a professional advisor before implementing a strategy.
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Smoke Eaters surge past Snakes Vipers send Bird to Merritt to obtain Armstrong’s Chanter Morning Star Staff
The Trail Smoke Eaters entered the Christmas break dead last in the B.C. Hockey League, but they certainly began 2014 on a high note. The Smokies snapped a 12-game losing streak by brushing back the Vernon Vipers 4-1 in front of 848 fans Friday night at Cominco Arena. Trail (8-28-2-2) surged for three goals less than four minutes apart late in the third period, ending a skid that dates back to mid-November. The Vipers (20-11-3-4) are second in the Interior Division, two points ahead of the West Kelowna Warriors (21-12-1-3), winners of three straight. Vernon hosted the Nanaimo Clippers (20-18-0-1) Saturday at Kal Tire Place. With the game tied 1-1 after 40 minutes, Trail’s Travis Stephens (12th goal) netted the winner on a powerplay with 5:44 remaining in regulation. Call-up Riley Brandt (3rd) and Stephens (13th), with an emptynetter at 18:07, put the game away for good. Lumby’s Dylan Bowen drew an assist on Stephens’ second snipe. “They worked really hard,” said Vernon head coach Jason Williamson, Dylan Chanter of the youthful Smokies. “They were aggressive. We created offence but they did too. They’re going to be good in the future.” After a scoreless first period, Vernon’s Demico Hannoun opened the Vipers’ account early in the second with his 13th goal. The North Delta product walked off the sidewall and into the slot, where he beat Jason Bird Adam Todd (31 saves) low, blocker side. Michael McNicholas and Jared Wilson drew assists. Bryan Basilico (9th) equalized on the man advantage just over a minute later as Vernon d-man Josh Bryan served a cross-checking minor. “Our first period was OK. Second period, we just made some bad decisions out there with the puck,” said Williamson. “You could see we weren’t as sharp as we usually are. It was a frustrating night for the coaches. The execution wasn’t there.” Vernon veteran Colton Sparrow tangled with Basilico in a scrap late in the second period. Meanwhile, the Vipers traded 20-year-old defenceman Jason Bird and future considerations to the Merritt Centennials in exchange for the CJHL playing rights of 18-year-old defenceman Dylan Chanter. The Vipers must now complete a deal with the Dubuque Fighting Saints of the 16-team USHL where Chanter had been playing this season, before he can officially join the Vipers.
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Vernon netminder Austin Smith denies the Trail Smoke Eaters’ Braeden Cross (left) as defenceman Ryan Renz rushes to help out in B.C. Hockey League action Friday night at Cominco Arena. Williamson is confident he can work out a deal with Dubuque, and is excited to welcome Chanter to the Viper den. “You put a template up of what you want your team to look like, and he definitely fits that mold.” On Bird, he added: “It was tough. Birdie was good for us and he’s a good kid. But with moving a 20-year-old, we can add another 20 now.” Williamson indicated he would like to add another forward before Friday’s trade deadline. Chanter, who is from Armstrong, had spent the last two seasons in the BCHL with Merritt prior to joining Dubuque. The 6-foot-3, 215-pounder has secured a scholarship to the University of New Hampshire Wildcats for next season. He has one goal and one assist, along with 21 penalty minutes, in 14 games with the Saints. Chanter pocketed 11 goals and 33 points in two full seasons with Merritt. Chanter made headlines across North America after he was hurt in an Oct. 12 fight with Corey Petrash of the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders in the corner behind the Dubuque net. Chanter lost his balance and fell backward, hitting his
helmetless head on the ice (dyed pink for a cancer promotion) and dislocating his left shoulder. The crowd cheered until seeing Chanter begin to severely convulse. His full-body seizure lasted at least two minutes, as team trainers and the RoughRiders’ team doctor rushed to him. He remained on the ice until paramedics arrived on the scene roughly 15 minutes later. The incident sparked renewed debate on fighting in amateur and pro hockey. Bird will join his third BCHL team after also spending time in Coquitlam. The veteran defenceman was enjoying a great offensive season with five goals and 18 assists in 35 games. SNAKE BITES: D-man Jordan Klimek, who was named as future considerations in the deal that sent Aaron Hadley to Nanaimo at last year’s trade deadline (McNicholas also came to Vernon in the trade), is playing with Dubuque. The Langley native has eight assists and 10 penalty minutes with the Saints... BCHL scoring leader Landon Smith of the Salmon Arm SilverBacks has committed to the Quinnipiac University Bobcats for next season. Smith, a 20-year-old Denver product, has 34-26-60 in 38 games.
Dorey leads Canadian halfpipe sweep in Calgary Morning Star Staff/Canadian Freestyle Ski Association
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Vernon’s Justin Dorey spun, flipped and stomped his way down Canada Olympic Park’s halfpipe to lead a Canadian sweep of the podium in FIS World Cup men’s ski halfpipe in Calgary. Dorey, 25, recorded a two-run score of 87.20 for his first ever FIS World Cup victory. He topped his friend and teammate, Calgary’s Noah Bowman, who earned an 84.40. Third place went to Matt Margetts of
Penticton (82.60). While he has yet to be officially named to Team Canada for the 2014 Winter Olympics, Feb. 7-23, in Sochi, Russia, Dorey’s recent performances make him a frontrunner. He placed fourth at the U.S. Grand Prix last month in Colorado. “Winning today allows me to change my priorities for the rest of the season,” Dorey told the Canadian Freestyle Ski Assocation. “Now, it’s all about revving it
up for my Sochi run... and winning this event, standing beside my best friends, is the best feeling ever.” Added halfpipe coach Trennon Paynter: “The fact that we had four out of the top five guys today means that these Canadian guys are killing it.” In the women’s competition, after qualifying first, Calgary’s Megan Gunning ended up fourth position with a 76.80. Keltie Hansen, also of Calgary, was eighth (69.40).
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f laughter is indeed the best medicine out there, please keep reading for some of the funniest sports quotes from all over in 2013. And have yourself a fabulous 2014. n “The NFL is prepared to move the Super Bowl to another day if snow threatens the game. The Pope sent a tweet that read, ‘Don’t even think about Easter’.” – Bill Littlejohn of South Lake Tahoe, Calif. n “Three thoughts from Paul McCartney on sitting through a Nets-76ers game: 3. Is Prokhorov back in the USSR? 2. I’m not half the fan I used to be; 1. It’s been a hard day’s night.” – comedy writer R.J. Currie. n “I heard Rolex makes nice watches.” – Brendan Gallagher to new Montreal Canadiens’ teammate Michael Ryder upon giving Ryder his jersey number, 73. n “We’ve actually been telling Patty to grow up for years. He brings his Legos on the road.” – Jason Pominville, Buffalo Sabres captain, on his suspended teammate Patrick Kaleta. n “I think Bonds would Kevin Mitchell do better in Ruth’s era than Ruth would do in Bonds’. Of course, they wouldn’t have let Bonds play in Ruth’s era.” – Dave Trembley. n “According to (Seattle T-Birds’ coach Steve) Konowalchuk, the reason (Scott) Eansor switched jerseys to start the third is because he threw up on himself at intermission.” – Tim Pigulski. n “I’ve got a plan to stop him, it’s called a machete. Plan B is a machine gun!” – Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson on how to shut down Cristiano Ronaldo. n “If you see me in a fight with a bear, pray for the bear.” – Kobe Bryant of the Lakers. n “She begins every interview with ‘I’m so happy. I’m so lucky’ – it’s so boring. She’s still not going to be invited to the cool parties. And, hey, if she wants to be with the guy with a black heart, go for it.” – Serena Williams hits out at Maria Sharapova’s romance with Bulgarian player Grigor Dimitrov. n “If she wants to talk about something personal, maybe she should talk about her relationship and her boyfriend who was married and is getting a divorce and has kids.” – Sharapova on Williams’ relationship with French tennis coach
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Bruins bury Knights on powerplay Morning Star Staff
The North Okanagan Knights hadn’t skated in a formal practice since before the Christmas break. It showed Friday night at Nor-Val Sports Centre. The Knights spotted the Grand Forks Border Bruins a two-goal cushion before falling 5-2 to open their 2014 Kootenay International Junior Hockey League schedule. “We gave up a lot of ice in front (of the net),” said North Okanagan head coach Shawn Webb. Connor Gross, with the first of his two powerplay goals, opened the scoring for the 11-18-2-2 Bruins. Coleton Dawson, outhustling a North Okanagan backchecker, made it 2-0 after one period. The Knights came alive in the second frame, firing 27 of their 51 shots at netminder Kai MacDonald. The problem was, Ryan Kelm was the only one to beat the Bruins’ keeper. Kelm, a 17-year-old Victoria product, got in behind a Grand Forks d-man on a 2-on-2 rush, took a pass from Brett Hawrys and beat MacDonald with a backhand deke 1:37 in period two. Gross converted again on the man advantage
with 1:07 to go in the period. “In the second period, we dominated all around, but we hit the goalie a ton,” said Webb. “The opportunities were there but we didn’t capitalize.” Webb said the Knights did a much better job of controlling the play as the game went on. “The neutral zone was wide open for them to skate through in the first period. We remedied that in the second and third.” Cole Woodliffe, playing on an all-Vernon Midget Tier 1 call-up line with Jeff Bochon and Jagger Williamson, scored the Knights’ other goal in the third period. Coming from behind the net, he made a nice move to fake out MacDonald (39 saves). The Bruins’ Michael Rand added insurance with North Okanagan netminder Zach Dyment (36 saves) pulled for the extra attacker. Corey Munro recorded the Bears’ third powerplay marker in the final minute. The Knights, fourth in the Okanagan Division at 16-17-0-1, continue a five-game home stand this afternoon (3 p.m.) against the third-place Summerland Steam (19-13-1-3).
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American Hockey League Andrew Ebbett Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins Tyson Strachan Hershey Bears Matt Watkins Hershey Bears Rod Pelley Albany Devils Hunter Bishop Manchester Monarchs Jerred Smithson Toronto Marlies Chay Genoway Hershey Bears Mike Ullrich, Manchester Monarchs Stefan Schneider Peoria Rivermen
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Head coach Ryan Reid and assistant Blair Fernley (left) of the Vernon Tim Hortons Blues give their initiation players an inspirational talk before their game against Logan Lake at Kal Tire Place.
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The North Okanagan Knights jumpstarted a Pee Wee Tier 3 hockey tournament in Salmon Arm with an 8-0 thumping of the West Kelowna Rockets Friday afternoon.
Following a tightly played opening period, Wesley Graves finally scored in the second on a feed from Brett Zbytnuik. A minute later, Kord Haller buried the rebound from an Alex Gilowski shot.
BC HOCKEY LEAGUE B.C. HOCKEY LEAGUE INTERIOR DIVISION TEAM W L T OTL PTS GF Penticton 24 9 2 2 53 138 Vernon 20 11 3 3 47 126 West Kelowna 21 12 1 1 45 123 Salmon Arm 19 13 1 1 44 131 Merritt 19 14 3 4 42 110 Trail 8 28 2 1 20 100 ISLAND DIVISION Victoria 25 9 3 3 55 137 Powell River 25 8 2 3 54 139 Nanaimo 20 18 0 2 41 123 Cowichan Valley 14 24 0 1 29 105 Alberni Valley 10 22 2 1 26 105 MAINLAND DIVISION Langley 23 12 4 7 51 129 Prince George 21 12 2 3 46 121 Coquitlam 18 16 3 3 39 147 Surrey 17 21 0 3 35 135 Chilliwack 10 26 3 1 24 127 SCORING LEADERS PLAYER GP G A PTS Landon Smith, Salmon Arm 38 34 26 60 Brad McClure, Penticton 38 29 26 55 Myles Fitzgerald, Victoria 39 18 35 53 Michael McNicholas, Vernon 37 19 33 52 Gerry Fitzgerald, Victoria 32 24 24 48 Alex Gillies, Salmon Arm 32 22 26 48 Brett Beauvais, Penticton 37 10 38 48 Adam Rockwood, Coquitlam 36 8 440 48 Austin Plevy, Chilliwack 39 18 28 46 Ryan Rosenthal, Coquitlam 36 21 24 45 Dexter Dancs, Vernon 16 27 43 36 Jesse Schwartz, Victoria 32 14 29 43 Mitch McLain, Langley 39 17 25 42 Chad Staley, Prince George 19 22 37 41 Evan Anderson, Salmon Arm 32 16 25 41 GOALIES GP MIN GA W-L-T AVG Jeff Smith, Powell River 18 1015 33 13-3-1 1.95 Olivier Mantha, Penticton 19 1088 42 12-6 2.32 Devin Kero, Merritt 27 1627 63 12-11-3 2.32 Brock Crossthwaite, Langley 21 1237 48 12-6-2 2.33 Andy Desautels, West Kelowna 33 1869 74 19-11-1 2.38
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Eli Dwyer, assisted by Graves and Bryan Brew, made it 3-0 after 40 minutes. The Knights pressed for more in the final frame, with Griffin Evans blasting one in from the blueline. Haller, Graves, Dwyer and Brew all scored later in the frame. Assists went to Kevin Thomas Walters and Dylan Huber. Caedon Bellmann recorded the win. Meanwhile, Nick Mitchell scored five times and linemate Sean Howard added four snipes as the Corbett Office Plus Sharks gonged the Interior Savings Credit Union Giants 12-5 in exhibition Bantam Super League action Friday night at Civic Arena. Seb Wenger, Brandon Lehoux and Riley Bos supplied singles for the Sharks, who got two assists and a stellar two-way showing from defenceman Jake Pelletier. Brogan Houston pulled the hat trick for the Giants, singles going to Ryan Lazar and Jed Halvorson. The Sharks enjoyed period leads of 5-3 and 9-3 with Tyler Riva and Rhys Larsen sharing net duties.
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Getting to know: Dan Oldfield Ed note: This is the fourth Q&A session with local musicians conducted by Kalamalka Secondary Grade 12 student Aniko Forgo. Aniko Forgo
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Dan Oldfield is a professional drummer from Vernon who has made a name for himself in the Okanagan area. He drums for numerous well-known musicians, but is mostly known for drumming for local talent Andrew Allen. Q: How old were you when you first started drumming? A: “I have been drumming since I was a baby, drumming along to Queen and The Beatles on the couch cushions and pillows. I got my first kit at age three and started drumming on stage at my parents’ church when I was eight or nine.” Q: Is anyone in your family musical? A: “Yes, my dad is very musical. He plays everything: drums, piano, bass, and guitar. He always has instruments lying around the house, from guitars to banjos and even a didgeridoo.” Q: Do you sing or play any other instruments? A: “I play the guitar and like to try all kinds of different instruments that I can get my hands on. I’m working on my singing; so far just singing backup vocals and also at home or in the car when no one can hear me. Who knows, maybe I’ll do my own show some day (laughs).” Q: How is it playing the drums for Andrew Allen? A: “Being on the road and playing for Andrew is always a blast. Andrew is my best friend and was the best man at my wedding, so it’s pretty great that we get to share the stage together. We’ve
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Vernon’s Dan oldfield got his start playing in local band Steel and now drums for a number of well-known musicians including Andrew Allen (pictured) and Salmon Arm’s greg Sczebel. got to experience some pretty amazing things because of music. I’m very thankful that I get to do that with him.” Q: Do you ever get nervous playing for a large crowd? A: “Honestly, the size of the crowd never gets me nervous. In fact, the bigger the crowd, the better, or I should say the fuller the room, the better. No matter what size of room, there’s more energy when the room is full. There is nothing better than an energetic
crowd, I feed off of that. I did get nervous before a jazz gig recently because I felt a bit out of my element. Jazz isn’t my typical genre, but the crowd was really into the music and as soon as we started playing, all the nerves went away.” Q: Do you have an inspiration or another musician that you look up to? A: “Questlove and Steve Jordan are some of my favourite drummers. I have a long list of favourite
drummers and they would be at the top. Those guys hold down a groove and take control of the stage without being flashy. I try to copy that and bring it into my own style.” Q: What advice would you give to someone who is considering learning how to drum? A: “Practise. Practise. Practise. Get out there and play as much as you can. The best practise is playing live. Don’t be afraid to make a mistake, something great
could come from it. Put your headphones on and your favourite music and drum along to it.” Q: Are there any other musicians that you’ve played the drums for besides Andrew? A: “Yes, I try to never turn down a gig, so that list is a very long one. Some regulars would be Greg Sczebel, Jon Buller, Jo Burt and I occasionally play for The Creeks, a folk band that my dad is in.” Q: What do you think the hardest part of drumming is? A: “When you’re a beginner, the hardest part would be coordinating all your limbs at different times. Now, it would be getting the right feel for every song and situation. I try to be the best I can be so that it’s easy and enjoyable for other musicians to play with me.” Q: If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, which song would it be? A: “Wow, that is a tough question. I would probably have to go with A Day in the Life by The Beatles. Q: How long does it take you to learn the rhythm for a new song on the drums? A: “Not too long, but it’s different all the time. It really depends on the song. Usually I like to listen to the song and take some notes, then practise it with the band and maybe listen to the song some more if I need to. If there isn’t a recorded copy of the song, I run it a few times with the band and that’s usually good.” Q: If you weren’t drumming, what do you think you would be doing instead? A: “I would love to be doing photography if I wasn’t drumming. In fact, I will do both if I can.”
Hedley will do just about anything when Wild Live tour stops in Kelowna Multi-platinum Canadian pop stars and Juno award winners Hedley bring their coast-to-coast Wild Live tour to Kelowna’s Prospera Place, Feb. 15. The tour is in support of Hedley’s fifth studio album, Wild Life, which features new single Anything that is already reaching plat-
inum-selling status and currently is in the Top 10 at Pop & Hot AC radio across the nation. With four consecutive multi-platinum albums already behind them, this will be the band’s most extensive Canadian tour to date, with more than 30 shows across the country.
Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard invites all fans to join in on the excitement. “We are going to a record-breaking amount of cities this year and we want to see all of your beautiful, shining faces there,” he said. Joining Hedley for the band’s only date in the Okanagan is Danny Fernandes, JRDN
and Alyssa Reid. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are still available and range in price from $34.50 to $64.50 (plus service charges and taxes) at the Prospera box office, by calling (250) 762-5050 or order online at selectyourtickets.com.
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Unreal exhibition is coming to the Kelowna Art Gallery The Kelowna Art Gallery has announced it will be a venue for the tour of Unreal, an exhibition drawn from the holdings of the Vancouver Art Gallery. The exhibition contains work by 28 artists. About half of these are contemporary Canadians, while others have worked in the last century, some in Canada and some abroad. “The theme of Unreal refers to areas of thought and experience beyond the everyday. Of course the zone of the fantastic contains both utopian and dystopian realms, and both are explored in this show,” said Daina Augaitis, chief curator and associate director with the Vancouver Art Gallery. The works are grouped by sub-theme: The Unconscious, The Haunted, The Absurd, and The Disassembled. Pieces range in medium from oil paintings to mixed-media works on paper, through to printmaking and threedimensional sculptures. The earliest works of art in the show are from the 1940s and are automatic surrealist works in ink and watercolour done by Canadian artist Jock Macdonald (18971960). Some of the artists included have never been on exhibition in the Okanagan before, for example, Francis Bacon (1909-1992), the Irish-born painter famed for his screaming papal heads. Another is American photography-based artist Cindy Sherman, famous for work in which she dressed and posed as women in old master paintings, or from the Hollywood cinema. An opening reception to celebrate Unreal will be held Friday, Jan. 10 from 7 to 9 p.m, at the Kelowna Art Gallery. This will be a free event, open to members and guests, by invitation. An exhibition tour will be offered at 7 p.m. by Stephanie Rebick, assistant curator with the Vancouver Art Gallery. Unreal will be on view from Jan. 11 to March 9.
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The annual Christmas Bird Count was held in the Vernon area Dec. 15. This was the 114th count for Canada and the 64th for the North Okanagan. “A total of 17,456 birds of 85 species were found, which is somewhat lower than most years,” said Peter Blokker, a member of the North Okanagan
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A pileated woodpecker is one of the species found during the Christmas Bird Count Dec. 15. 68 Ring-necked Pheasant 2 Ruffed Grouse 872 California Quail 4 Common Loon 11 Pied-billed Grebe 28 Horned Grebe 5 Red-necked Grebe 13 Western Grebe 13 Great Blue Heron 37 Bald Eagle (5 imm) 27 Northern Harrier 10 Sharp-shinned Hawk 10 Cooper’s Hawk 166 Red-tailed Hawk 12 Rough-legged Hawk 1 Golden Eagle 15 American Kestrel 18 Merlin 2 Virginia Rail 520 American Coot 2 Wilson’s Snipe 68 Ring-billed Gull 11 California Gull 95 Herring Gull 17 Glaucus-winged Gull 236 Rock Pigeon 105 Eurasian Collared-Dove 454 Mourning Dove 9 Great Horned Owl 1 Northern PygmyOwl 1 Barred Owl 1 Northern Sawwhet Owl 9 Belted Kingfisher 22 D ow ny Woodpecker 11 Hairy Woodpecker 212 Northern Flicker
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Property assessments are up slightly across most of B.C., with dips in average residential values in the Okanagan and on Vancouver Island. The biggest increases were in the Northwest and Peace River regions, where total residential value rose about 10 per cent as natural gas and other industrial development picks up speed. The B.C. Assessment Authority released its 2014 property assessment rolls Thursday, showing continued slight growth in total property values in most regions of B.C. The value of all property in B.C. rose 1.27 per cent, despite declines in most regions for farm, recreational and managed forest land. In the Lower Mainland, most residential values showed modest increases, from almost flat on the North Shore to 1.61 per cent in Vancouver, 0.68 in North Fraser, 1.98 per cent in Surrey-White Rock and 1.53 per cent in the Fraser Valley. Richmond-Delta recorded the only decline in the region, with residential total value down 0.15 per cent. In Southern Vancouver Island, total residential property value fell 2.69 per cent,
with similar decreases for recreational and farm property. Business property is up 3.89, and major industrial property jumped 17.45 per cent. Central Vancouver Island residential property slipped 1.31 per cent, with similar decreases in industrial, recreational and farm property and a 2.67 per cent rise in business property. The Courtenay region saw residential values hold steady, with business property up 3.36 and farm and recreational values down two per cent. Penticton region residential property is down 0.94 per cent, with a similar dip in farm value. Kelowna also had about a one per cent drop in farm value, with residential value steady compared to 2013. The Vernon region saw a 1.57 per cent drop in residential value and a 1.95 per cent dip in farm value. Residential property value was up 1.21 per cent in the Nelson-Trail region, up 1.31 per cent in the East Kootenay and up 0.76 per cent in the Kamloops region. Residential value held steady in the Cariboo region, with declines recorded in industrial, farm and forest land. The largest moves in the 2014 assessment roll were for managed for-
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In a presentation at the Vernon library, Daniella Roze shares her experiences of living in the wilderness Katherine MortiMer Morning Star Staff
Many people are looking to simplify their lifestyle, by consuming less, eating locally sourced foods and reducing their ecological footprint. But Daniella Roze has taken it a few steps further. The W.L. Seaton graduate, who now lives on the Coast, has found a way of living off the land in a wilderness experiment she has undertaken for a month at a time for a period of several years. She and a group of friends spent one month living in the mountains with only the buckskin clothing and tools they made, and eating completely wild foods. “The project is based on rekindling ancient knowledge and nurturing an appreciation of the earth as a living organism through transforming the gifts of the natural world in order to provide food, shelter and clothing, while participating in the interdependency necessary of community living,” said Roze, who will present a slide show of her experience this week at the Vernon library. She had already made a conscious decision to live a simpler lifestyle, inspired by living in West Africa at the age of 20, working with One World Global Education, a Canadian charitable organization and whose philosophy inspires Roze to this day: “While we can’t think ourselves into new ways of living – we can live ourselves into new ways of thinking.” The experience of living six months in a place where people are living a simpler life helped Roze to understand there was a better way. “They had no electricity, no running water and they were the happiest people I knew. When in Africa, I noticed in my own personal life when I have more of a relationship with where everything comes from, with where my water comes from and where my heat comes from, I feel more connected to something much greater than myself, and I have deeper relationships with others. I definitely feel like a happier person.” Roze has been further inspired by her
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Daniella Roze (far right) with the group of people she spent a month with in a wilderness living intensive in the mountains, an annual experience. friend Miles Olson, whose just-published book, Unlearn, Rewild, espouses a philosophy of living a wilder and simpler existence. “A number of us have been living together on the land for a number of years, hunting and gathering, living off the grid, without running water and electricity, just candles.” For Roze, the idea of living a simpler life is not a new one, but one that began when she was a young girl, dreaming of living close to the land. Roze, 31, has built her own cabin on wheels, and has learned to harvest plant medicine instead of buying commercially available preparations at the pharmacy. “I have just found a more simple way of living that I saw in a healthy way when I was in West Africa. I see myself as a part of the earth, not separate, we’re all like an extension of the earth.” Roze appreciates the support and the wisdom she has received from First Nations people in her quest to live on the land. “I have a lot of respect for First Nations people and my source of inspiration really does come from indigenous people and that way of
life, and I really want to honour the Okanagan Indian Band and all indigenous people.” She said family and friends have been supportive of her need to live her life this way, including her sisters, one of whom is a medical doctor, the other an acupuncturist. “I think when I was younger, my family and friends wanted me to be more conventional, they saw that way of life was security for them, you need to have a career, go to school and do everything society does. “But my family is so supportive, we’re all doing different things and are so supportive, and that kind of support gives me the security I need to do what I am doing.” And, while Roze plans on continuing to live a life that is respectful of the earth, she said she also realizes she needs to walk in two worlds. “Now I realize in order to fulfill my life purpose, to feel like I have a sense of meaning in my life, I need to pass it on, otherwise it just dies. I need to look at what can I do, instead of what can’t I do.” On a holiday break from the wilderness school where she is currently an apprentice,
Roze is in Vernon visiting family and is exploring the idea of returning to her home town with the aim of starting her own nature education school. “It would use nature as a medium for deepening relationships to family, community, self, and the natural world. I am interested in building partnerships and collaborating with community organizations and people who share a common vision and common values.” Roze will present Living Wild in the Stone Age, a slide show presentation detailing her wilderness living intensive, Friday at the Vernon library starting at 4:30 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Okanagan Regional Library, the event is about 90 minutes to two hours in length, with admission by donation. “My intention for the presentation is not to tell people how they should be living, I experienced something that was incredible, and that’s been my dream, but I want people to follow their dreams, and to have the courage to do that, because in this society and this culture, there is a lot of pressure.” For more information, e-mail Roze at akutree@yahoo.ca
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After 23 years of service, Maria Hutter is hanging up her crayons, glue sticks and healthy snacks to enjoy a welldeserved retirement. Hutter was recognized recently by the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club’s Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) program for completing 23 years of service as a RegisteredLicense-Not-Required care provider in the community. “We wish her the best in her retirement,” said Jesie Harms, community advisor for CCRR. Hutter has been registered with CCRRVernon since 1990 and during that time she has attended many workshops, networking evenings and child care celebrations with CCRR. “Over her lifetime, living in Switzerland and then in Vernon, she has provided more than 40 years of quality care to a vast number of infants and toddlers and enjoyed being a strong influence in the lives of the young children and families she has cared for,” said Harms. Hutter’s plans for the future are to enjoy retirement and life on the farm, but she said she will miss the joy in the children’s faces and the networking opportunities with other child care providers in the community. A program of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club-Vernon, the CCRR is a support and referral service for families and child care
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Maria Hutter gets a hug from Jesie Harms, community advisor for Child Care Resource and Referral at the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs, Vernon, as the longtime child care provider retires. providers. The program links families and child care providers in Vernon, Lavington, Lumby, Armstrong, Falkland and Cherryville by offering free consultation, support and referral services to parents seeking child care. Child care providers are supported though information, outreach, resource library networking and learning opportunities. Parents are supported through parenting information, a resource library, parenting workshops and general community referrals regarding children and families. For more information, contact CCRR at 250-542-3121, extension 111, or e-mail to ccrrvernon@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
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january 5 ukuleles for fun meets Jan. 5 in the lounge and Jan. 19 in The Hangar, Army, Navy & Air Force (look for the Spitfire plane on the roof). Beginners at 1:30 p.m., regulars at 2 p.m. We are finished at 4 p.m. Teaching will be done by Patch. For more info., call 250-542-4912. nArCotICs AnonYmous Sunday Night NA meeting at 7 p.m., 2800-33rd St. (basement of Gateway Shelter). Open to the public, this is a Traditions meeting. Our 24-hour helpline is at 250-5033260 or 1-866-918-3574. smArtIes DroP-In Art ProGrAm, GAllerY VertIGo All ages welcome. No registration necessary, just drop in for some fun. Everyone welcome! Suggested donation: $3 per person. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by adult. Teens welcome too. High school students interested in art invited to assist at workshops, which happen every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Gallery Vertigo is upstairs at suite #1, 3001-31st St., downtown Vernon. For more information call 250-503-2297 or see www.galleryvertigo.com. Updated gallery events information on our Facebook page. AA meets sunDAYs (X) open meeting 10 a.m., at VTC 2810-48 Ave. (H) (H) closed meeting 7 p.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27 St. Vernon (back door). (H) closed meeting 8 p.m., United Church, 2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) open meeting 8 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Drive, Vernon (H). Handicap access (X) no handicap access. 250-545-4933 Vernon treAtment Centre Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for more information. meDIeVAllY mInDeD Come and join us and explore what history can do for you. Learn about medieval fighting, crafts and feasting. The Society for Creative Anachronism meets every Sunday at 3 p.m. For information, see www.krakenfjord.org HI noon toAstmAsters Meet every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at Bean to Brew Coffee House. Toastmasters help to build leadership and communication skills in a safe, fun environment. Make us your educational, inspirational and entertaining lunch hour Guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Kevin at KevinGowie@shaw.ca or Andrew at anorris36@yahoo.ca
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feature event: the one to one Children’s literacy Program needs volunteers he Snowbirds have flown and the One to One Children’s Literacy Program is desperately in need of new volunteers. If you would like to support young readers in Vernon area schools, this is your chance! Volunteers are needed in Vernon, Lumby, Lavington and Cherryville. The commitment is one and a half hours, one morning or afternoon per week from February to May (12 weeks). During this time, you will read with three children (primarily Grades 2 to 4) for 30 minutes each. Your support will help these young students become successful, confident readers. For more information and to view our video, visit our website at www.junctionliteracycentre.ca. To help at a school and to sign up for a January training session, contact Bonnie Hutton, district coordinator, at 250-549-2216 or bhutton@junctionliteracy.ca.
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SOUTH AFRICA - I looked into Richard’s dark eyes. They were as clear and bright as an icy Coke. I heard myself say the words before I knew what I was going to say. “I love you Richard. Do you love me?” Poor Richard. Who knew what sort of confessions he’d heard at the edge of this ancient cliff. Trussed up and connected to a long cable, I was poised to jump into South Africa’s Oribi Gorge. We were 120-kilometers south of Durban in KwaZuluNatal, South Africa. Moments before, I had whispered a silent apology to my husband back home, as I filled out the incase-of-an-emergency details on the indemnity form. Although I’d met Richard only moments before, he assured me that he really, really loved me too, that I would be thrilled to have done this, and to just please jump. Instead, I asked him to check my harness. Once again, he checked the already-checked straps. He said, “I will count threetwo-one and then you jump, alright?” I inched forward, positioned my feet on the yellow shoe prints painted at the very edge of the abyss and asked myself for the zillionth time why I thought it necessary to fling myself into a 300-metredeep gorge while tethered onto a 100-metre rope. “Three…two…one.”
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Lions are an extremely common sight in the Kapama Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. I backed away from the cliff, sure I was going to throw up. “I’m too afraid.” My heart seemed visible as it flung itself like an insane rabbit against my ribcage. “I can’t,” I said, “this is crazy.” My legs were wobbly. I backed up slowly and sank next to Richard on the 365 millionyear-old sandstone. Mere inches from my Nikes, the cliff dropped away more than 300 meters. Later, I realized I must have wanted “I love you” to be my last words before I threw myself into a freefall, a dive that would fling me into the gorge below, and would only stop me (I hoped) when the rope came to its end. But right now, my fibrillating heart reminded me of another question, “What if I die of a heart attack Richard?” “I promise you won’t die.
Don’t think about it. Just jump.” His voice was strangely soothing and hypnotic, especially considering he was telling me to fling myself off a cliff. I had seen him push the others; ones like me who couldn’t find the will to do it themselves. “I know I told you that I didn’t want you to push me,” I said, “but I think you’re going to have to...okay?” This gorgeous, and very patient man, who had recently declared his love for me, nodded. I shuffled my feet to the very edge of the cliff. The fear rose in my throat as my heart pounded in my belly. I could not look down. “Three…two…one.” I did not die. And. With one fell swoop my brief fling with Richard was over. But my love affair with South Africa grew deeper
every day. I came home dreaming of that ephemeral moment when the pink and gold warmth of the sunrise pushed back the pre-dawn dark while we floated up, up, up in our hot air balloon, until we hung suspended, silent and bathed in perfect light over the ancient Blyde River Canyon. I remember too, those three-days spent at Kapama Private Game Reserve where crazy-luxury met the wild kingdom, like the sudden nighttime stop as our guide’s spotlight revealed 13 lions, faces bright with blood as they ripped into the belly of a warthog. The next day, that same pack lolled in the hot dust, grooming themselves back to a pretty innocence - fluffy and furry-soft like super-large toys strewn on a child’s bed. I want to go back again to see the shamans with their incredible piles of bark and magic potions in the heart of the cosmopolitan city of Durban. Or to linger once more in my new favourite hotel, The Oyster Box, with bedside views over the Indian Ocean... It won’t matter if you choose to fling yourself into the Oribi Gorge or opt for something a little less adrenalin-invoking on your own journey into the heart of South Africa. Whatever you do, or wherever you find yourself, I guarantee your heart will be pounding and you will find yourself head over heels in love. Colleen Friesen is with Travel Writers’ Tales.
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Calling the moves for 25 years Editor’s note: The following is from the Star Country Squares square dance club in Vernon. It was 1982 when Nelson and Kadie Reeme began square dancing with the Vernon Stardusters. After graduating from the program in the spring of 1983, Nelson’s interest in calling was immediate. After borrowing a couple of records and practising, he made his debut to calling at a Stardusters club picnic when he was asked if he’d like to do a singing call. The rest is history. In 1986, Nelson purchased a complete calling system from a retired caller in Spokane, Wash., and began practising in his basement. For the next couple of years, Nelson and Murray Grier, another new caller, would get a square of dancers together in a friend’s basement and practise their calling. Nelson also took every opportunity to participate in a panel of callers whenever possible. In 1989, the Sun Country Squares asked Nelson if he would like to teach their new dancer class. He accepted their offer and taught new dancers for the next 10 years. In 1993 the club caller for Sun Country Squares, Bill Thomas, retired and Nelson became the club caller as well as teaching the new dancers. In 1999, the two Vernon clubs, the
Kadie and Nelson Reeme have been square dancing for more than 30 years. Vernon Stardusters and the Sun Country Squares, amalgamated to form a new club, the Star Country Squares. At this time Nelson’s employer, Canada Post, moved Nelson to the afternoon shift, preventing him from continuing as a club caller. However, Nelson’s shift would finish between 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. and when possible he would hurry home, change and go to the club where he would dance and be asked to call a tip or two. In February of 2002 Nelson retired from Canada Post and called with the club caller, Rene Bourget, for the rest of that season as well as the 2002/2003 season. The next season saw Rene take over as new dancer teacher and Nelson became club caller for the Star
Country Squares. In 2000, Nelson and Kadie formed their own Plus club, Nelson’s Tuesday Plus, which is still very active today. Nelson has called up and down the Okanagan valley and the Shuswap from Osoyoos to Salmon Arm and Kamloops to Prince George. He participated on the callers program at the BC Square Dance Jamboree from 1995 until its last year on the outdoor dance floor in 2003. This event then became the Penticton Peachfest Square Dance Festival in 2004 and Nelson has been on the program since then, having been given the honor of twice being an MC. Nelson and Kadie have attended conventions and festivals in B.C. and Alberta where
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With his wife Kadie’s support, Nelson Reeme has been calling for 25 years. Nelson has called on the programs. Nelson called on the program at the Southern Hemisphere Festival in Christchurch, New Zealand in 1994 and while vacationing in Hawaii, the couple visited the local square dance club where Nelson had the opportunity to call for them. Calling on a panel of callers is a big part of a caller’s career and Nelson has done that extensively: 10 years in Fairmont Hot Springs, 25 years at the South Cariboo Jamboree, eight years at the Green Lake Campout plus many, many more.
The caller’s partner is an important part of a caller’s career. Their tasks are many and can sometimes be challenging or frustrating. Kadie has stood by Nelson through the good nights and once in a while the not-so-good night. Nelson appreciates all that she does to make his career a success. Nelson is a selftaught caller. Because of commitments and other concerns he has not had the opportunity to attend a comprehensive callers’ school other than workshops given by feature callers at events like the Spring Fling.
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My husband and I are entering the real estate market and we have several musthaves on our shopping list. At the very top is walkability which includes walking distance to a grocery store, elementary school and playground; a safe neighborhood which includes accessible sidewalks, street lighting and cross walks; and close proximity to public transit. Some of our friends have questioned why walkability is so important and this is what I tell them: living in a walkable neighbourhood is good for your physical, social and mental health. Walkability encourages people of all ages
to get outside and be more physically active. Currently, one in three British Columbians are living with preventable chronic illnesses like heart disease. Walking keeps us healthier and helps reduce our risk of chronic disease and obesity. Secondly, getting out of our houses and our cars allows us to socialize with our neighbours. Having a playground down the street will make it easy for my children to be active and for our family to get to know other families in the neighbourhood. Social connections help build a safe and supportive community where neighbours shovel walks for each other and parents look after neighbourhood children when a little help is needed. Spending time in nature can also boost our mental well-being. Fresh air
is calming whether it’s under the stars or the sun, in the wilderness or in our town centres. Not everyone is able to hike up a mountain but smooth, paved sidewalks, benches and neighbourhood green spaces help make nature accessible to all and that can mean the difference between isolation and happiness. Walkability is at the top of our new home must-have list because we want to raise a family in a neighbourhood that promotes healthy living and a sense of community. Health is something that can happen every day…where we live, learn, work and play Tanya Osborne is a community health facilitator with Interior Health.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THAT CARD? Jane Goodall said, “Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” A bridge player might add the word “card” after each “individual.” However, sometimes the role of a particular card may be difficult to discern. In this deal, South is in four spades. West leads the club king. How should declarer plan the play? What is the role of South’s heart king? South opens two clubs, strong, artificial and forcing. His hand is a minimum because, when unbalanced, opener will usually have at least nine winners. This hand has only eight and a half: five
spades, two diamonds, one club and half a heart. But it is a sensible opening bid. However, when North raises spades, promising some points, South has to settle for four spades to announce his minimum. If North has a good hand, he can bid higher. When dummy tables with the spade ace, declarer has nine tricks. Probably his first thought is that he needs East to have the heart ace. Then, after getting to dummy with a trump, a heart lead through East would generate a trick for South’s king. Here, though, you will notice that West has the heart ace. What can South do? Declarer must realize that the heart king is a red
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Martha Poley (Marchand) October 9, 1954 – December 29, 2013
A kind and gentle soul left this earth surrounded by her loving friends and family. Martha Marie Poley passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Sunday, December 29, 2013. Martha shared her kindness in so many ways with all who knew her. She had a warm smile for everyone, was generous with her legendary baking, especially her carrot cake, and was never too busy to talk. Martha grew up on the Coyote Creek Ranch on Westside Road, the second youngest of 14 children. After graduating from VSS, she worked at then CJIB Radio for a number of years before starting in the Public Works Department of the Okanagan Indian Band, where she worked for 13 years. Martha was truly happy surrounded by her large extended family and she rarely missed a family gathering. She and her husband, Dave, also enjoyed traveling with close friends. Where there was Martha, there was laughter. Left to mourn Martha is her husband of 20 years, Dave, her son Nicholas (Leann) Marchand and her grandsons, who she loved beyond compare, Klayton and Evan Marchand. Martha is further survived by her siblings, Vera Cameron, June Cole, Vernetta McMillan, Laura (Eddy) Miller, Ted (Maureen) Marchand, Anna Marchand and Deb (Rick) Nicholas, stepchildren, Michelle, Ross and Lee-Anne, close friends Karen Babiuk, Kurt and Mary Vock and Mary and Rick White, plus numerous nieces, nephews and cousins who will all miss her dearly. Martha was predeceased by parents, Louie and Janie Marchand, sisters Sadie Gregory, Bernice Lewis, Rose Derrickson, infant brothers Louie and Ernie and brothers-in-law, Hector Lewis, Thunder Derrickson, Jim Cameron, Buck McMillan and Jack Cole. A funeral mass was held on Friday, January 3, 2014 at 11:00am at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church at Head of the Lake. Thank you to the many visitors who brought flowers, food, comfort and support. A special thank you to the doctors and staff in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital ICU who worked valiantly to try and keep Martha with us.
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SHANNON, Lloyd Howard It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Lloyd Shannon on December 31, 2013 in Armstrong, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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IT WILL GO ON LINE! MAY, Ralph Norman Norm passed away peacefully on December 18, 2013. Norm was born September 20, 1924 in Vancouver, B.C. His parents Fred and Mary (Minnie) May farmed in East Richmond where he grew up. On his 18th birthday in 1942 he signed up with the Air Force. He became a Flying Oĸcer First Class one week before his 19th birthday. He wanted to see acƟon in Europe but was chosen to conƟnue to teach others to Ňy. He married his Įrst wife, Beverly (Weaver), in 1948 and moved to No. 8 Road in Richmond where they raised their family. He was predeceased by Bev in 1976 and his brother Duncan in 2010. AŌer many years of farming cranberries and buying caƩle for various ranchers, Norm reƟred. He then enjoyed many years at the Vernon Golf Club with his golĮng buddies. Norm will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 34 years Rose (Sanesh) May who sƟll resides in their Vernon home. Norm is survived by his four children, Ralph (Judy), Louise (Ron), Diane (Gord) and Bruce (Bonnie), and his grandchildren Warren, Lindsay, Spencer, Michelle, Christy, ScoƩ, Natalie and eight great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother John May and sister Rosemary Ferguson as well as Rose’s children Tanya and Rick and their children Marina, Wells, Aurora and Colton. There will be a celebraƟon of life at Mayfair Lakes, Richmond, BC on Jan. 31st from 2PM to 5PM. In lieu of Ňowers please make a donaƟon to the George Derby Centre, Richmond Hospital FoundaƟon or a Charity of your choice.
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LEDREW, Adrian Terrance It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Adrian Terrance Ledrew on December 30, 2013 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237
NEUDORF, Doris Margarete It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Doris Margarete Neudorf on January 2, 2014 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237
Aaron John Young
Aaron John Young was born April 27, 1929 at Delia, Alberta to Earl Mackie and Anna Marie (Hepper) Young. He died Dec. 22, 2013. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Marion Eleanor (Wunsch) Young; four daughters Sharon (Gary), Gail (Stephen), Joy, Elaine (Philip); 11 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren. Sisters Beatrice and Thelma (George), brothers SƟrling (Thelma), Joseph (Barbara) and Donnavur (Doreen). He started his life͛s ũourney on the farm. Went to operaƟng heavy duty equipment to repairing it. Ended his working years as service staƟon owner operator. At reƟrement he did some traveling, but enũoyed his hobby working with edžoƟc wood.
Peter Danby Peter Danby passed away peacefully in Kamloops on December 30, 2013, at the age of 86 years. Peter was born in England, and was a longƟme resident of North Vancouver, prior to moving to Vernon where he resided for ten years before moving to Kamloops in 2006. Peter was predeceased by his wife Margaret on March 18, 2013. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by son Simon (Ilean) of Vernon and daughter Gillian (Murray) of Kamloops; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A elebraƟon of >ife Service will be held on &riday, January 10, 2014 at All Saint’s Anglican Church at 2͗00 p.m. In lieu of Ňowers, donaƟons may be made to a charity of your choice. CremaƟon arrangements were in the care of Vernon &uneral Home 250-542-0155.
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It is with great sadness the family of Arthur (Art) George Moss announces his passing on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at the age of 88. Art was born in Anyox, BC on August 4, 1925, one of only 480 people able to say they were born in the once thriving northern BC coastal town. Art began his life in nearby Alice Arm located at the end of Observatory Inlet. While living in the isolated coastal hamlet, he developed a love for nature and the outdoors, spending many hours Įshing in the Kitsault River and playing with his pet bear cubs that lived next door. In 1935, Art’s family relocated to the East Kootenay mining town of Kimberley where his father owned and operated the Kimberley News. Art conƟnued his love for the outdoors and spent many days and hours with his friends exploring the woods around Kimberley, hiking, camping, Įshing, and target shooƟng. During his childhood and teenage years in Kimberley, Art excelled in athleƟcs winning numerous awards in track and Įeld, as well as ski jumping. Art also quickly took to the sports of hockey, baseball, and basketball ʹ there was virtually no sport that he couldn’t master in a short space of Ɵme. His love of sports conƟnued throughout his lifeƟme and he was a loyal BC Lions and Vancouver Canucks fan throughout the years. In July of 1944, at the age of 18 Art answered the call to serve his country and signed up for acƟve duty in the Canadian Navy. He received training as a wireless telegrapher and was just days from serving in the PaciĮc against Japan when the atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ending the Second World War. AŌer the war, Art returned to Kimberley to work for his father at the Kimberley News. In October of 1946, Art met the love of his life, Doris Sawyer at a dance at the KP hall. The rest is, as they say, history. On October 4, 1947, Art and Doris were married, embarking on a 66 year love story that was so evident to anyone who was ever privileged to spend Ɵme with them. Art conƟnued to work in the newspaper business, and shortly aŌer their Įrst child Colin was born, the family moved from Kimberley, relocaƟng to several towns in Alberta unƟl Įnally seƩling in Vernon in 1959. Art worked at the Vernon Daily News as well as Vernon Interior Printers, before reƟring at the age of 66. Art will always be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who was loved and respected by all who knew him. He was the shining example of a true gentleman, always ready to help his family or friends in Ɵmes of need, all the while displaying a self eīacing sense of humour which made him all the more lovable. Art was predeceased by his mother and father, Ernest and Nancy Moss, sisters, Lilian, Marguerite, and Hilda. Art is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Doris, son Colin Moss (Janice), daughter Sandy Hughes (Steve), grandchildren, Evan (Shannon), Lynnsey (Darcy), Brent, and Jessica (Alden), as well as great grandson achary Moss, and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. There will be no formal funeral service. Instead a memorial service will be held for family and friends to honour and celebrate Art’s life in the spring or summer of 2014. The family requests no Ňowers; those wishing to make a donaƟon in Art’s name to their local SalvaƟon Army or SPCA will be greatly appreciated.
Crossing the Bar BY A L F R E D LO R D T E N N Y S O N Sunset and evening star, Twilight and evening bell, And one clear call for me! And aŌer that the darŬ! And may there be no moaning of the bar, And may there be no sadness of farewell, When I put out to sea, When I embarŬ͖ For tho’ from out our bourne of Time and Place The Ňood may bear me far, I hope to see my Pilot face to face When I have crossed the bar.
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Son Rod, Brock, Kayla, Jeanette & Don. Nancy, Anne & Dennis. His love sister Irene, Kenneth, John & Judy, Brent & Jeanette, Tom, Randy, Renna, Fred, Jennifer & Paul, Mark, Michael. Brother-in-law Tom & Margeret. It has been a year but you are not forgotten. as you are in our hearts and our conversation. Love Rod
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Born January 10, 1952 Died December 24, 2013 BeƩy (BeƩs, Bubbles, Fletch) was born in Calgary, grew up in Vernon and aŌer graduaƟng in 1970, studied journalism at Carleton hniversity in OƩawa. In the early ’70’s, she worked as corporate secretary and travel manager at BC Central Credit hnion in Vancouver. She then graduated from SFh and started her teaching career as an elementary school teacher at Alexis Park School in Vernon during the heady days of open learning, Selma Wasserman and Milt McLaren. She went on to teach at Coldstream, Hillview and West Vernon schools. BeƩy later taught artͬart history and yearbook classes at the then new Fulton High School and absolutely adored that experience. Guiding students was graƟfying, but her greatest achievement was in steering ͞diĸcult͟ kids through troubled Ɵmes. When some former students would appear years later at her front door and say ͞Mrs. McKinnon, you changed my life͟, she knew the sweat and tears had been worth it all.
My First Christmas in Heaven Author Unknown
I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below With Ɵny lights, like Heaven’s stars, reŇecƟng on the snow The sight is so spectacular, please wipe away the tear For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year. I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear But the sounds of music can’t compare with the Christmas choir up here. I have no words to tell you, the joy their voices bring, For it is beyond descripƟon, to hear the angels sing. I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your heart, But I am not so far away, we really aren’t apart. So happy for me, dear ones, you know I hold you dear, And be glad I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
Thanksgiving Day, 1990, BeƩy received her 1st liver transplant. Thanksgiving Day, 2000, she received her 2nd. Since 2010, BeƩy was hoping to receive a 3rd liver transplant but ran out of Ɵme. She was so grateful to the donor families for the opportuniƟes she had to conƟnue her teaching, to play, to raise a family and to enjoy life as she could. Climbing the long staircase at the Duomo in Rome was her Mt. Everest. BeƩy would always encourage everyone to never give up, always push and forever search out fulĮllment.
I sent you each a special giŌ, from my heavenly home above, I sent you each a memory of my undying love. AŌer all, love is a giŌ more precious than pure gold, It was always most important in the stories Jesus told. Please love and keep each other, as my Father said to do, For I can’t count the blessing or love he has for each of you. So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away that tear, Remember, I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
BeƩy was not much forsf ceremony and did not wish to have a formal service. She did have 3 wishes for everyone͗ 1) call or see anyone you love and tell them you do love them-it’s so important, 2) don’t take no for an answer-ever͊, 3) seriously consider organ donaƟon. Talk to your family and friends and sign the form. So many friends, students, colleagues, even the Tax Dept. knew BeƩy for an extra 23 years through this giŌ of life. Her family is so grateful for those years.
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BeƩy’s interests were varied, as shown by the vast array of characters she called friends͊ To all of our friends, to all of the book club members, the quilters and the sewers and the Wearable Art crew, all you craŌers out there, BeƩy loved you. Through sharing your joys and sorrows, laughter and pain, achievements and disappointments, she leaned on you and gained strength from you every Ɵme she saw or talked or created with you. She was very grateful to have known you and learned from you and to have had your love and support.
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BeƩy was so proud of the achievements of her parents, brother, sisters, and all her nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws. She thought the world of our friends’ kids’ adventures too͊ Sean, you were the light in Mom’s eyes. She adored you and was so thankful to have been able to see her liƩle boy become a successful, thoughƞul young man. She loved you so very much. BeƩs, you were my friend, my lover, my wife and the mother of our son. You were courageous in your health baƩles, full of grace in your life and had more plain guts than most of us have. Thank you for your trust and joy of life. I will always have you by my side. Bye-bye, Jock
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PRODUCTION WORKERS Wood Productionpackaging,assembly, chop saws, Seasonal! $11.00/hr. Fax resume to 250545-7203 or email valleywoodreman@shaw.ca.
CDA with experience and Prostho Module at a busy dental office. 3-4 days/week for Mat Leave possibly leading to permanent position. Drop resume at 3102 34th St, Vernon, BC, or fax 250-545-8942 or email dr.craiggoplen@shawbiz.ca
Senior OfďŹ ce Administrator Minimum of 10 years of general office practice required with experience in customer service relating to appointment setting and technician routing preferred. We offer employment in a friendly, fast paced environment with a competitive wage dependant upon qualifications and extended benefit program. Fax resume to 250-558-6133 for email info@absolutelypure.ca Wanted: Experienced Dispatcher for local Transport Company. We require an experienced transport dispatcher immediately. MUST HAVE TRUCK MATE EXPERIENCE Must have own transportation and be reliable. Wages based on experience. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and have excellent communication skills. ONLY THOSE INDIVIDUALS WITH TRUCKMATE AND DISPATCH EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. Applications will only be accepted by fax or e-mail no walk ins please. Please fax resume to 250-546-0600, or by e-mail to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phone calls please.
DENTAL RECEPTIONIST (Kelowna/Vernon area) If you are experienced at the front end with success as a financial or treatment case coordinator, we would like to hear from you. We are a busy dental practice looking for a self starter that pays attention to detail, has advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office) and experience with Cleardent software. As a self starter, you will be able to run the front end proficiently. Experience as a CDA or RDA would be a definite asset but not necessary. Please send your resume and cover letter to Alice Adams. Type your first and last name in the subject line of your email to: jobline@shaw.ca Thanks and good luck.
DIVISION MANAGER Needed for trucking company. Position is Salmon Arm Based. Minimum 5 years verifiable experience in truck or supply chain management. Details on line @ sutco.ca or call 888-3572612 ext 230.
The link to your community
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Work Wanted
Professional/ Management
*1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care. Pressure Washing. Will do pretty much anything. Large or small. Kris 250-308-4100. Carpenter for hire 250-5403520 LIVE-IN CAREGIVER I am a mature lady, independent, speak English and German, have extensive experience with seniors and children. Lv. Msg at 250 767 6545, Email: gglass@pacificcoast.net
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WorkBC Employment Services Centre ‌ provides a wide range of services and supports to help BC job seekers find work. • Self-serve resource centres • One-to-one employment support • Workshops • Self-employment services • Placement and training services • Apprenticeship supports
It’s time to become a Piping Trades Professional
3105 - 33rd Street, Vernon Tel: 250-545-2215 Email: info@futuresbc.com www.futuresbc.com
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Free Information Night in Vernon
Tuesday Jan. 7, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Trades and Apprenticeship Training Centre 6255 Okanagan Landing Road, Vernon
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
New pumped-up program provides training in four Trades Plumber: Experienced Plumbers in B.C. can earn $54,000 to $71,000 per year with work available all over B.C. >ĂƒwĂŒĂŒiĂ€\ĂŠCertiďŹ cation only takes two years of apprentice experience and training. Experienced B.C. wages range up to $45 per hour. -ĂŒi>“wĂŒĂŒiÀÉ*ÂˆÂŤiwĂŒĂŒiĂ€\ĂŠ Demand for experienced tradespeople is going through the roof in the north, with wages of up to $500 per day. -ÂŤĂ€ÂˆÂ˜ÂŽÂ?iÀÊ-ĂžĂƒĂŒi“Ê Â˜ĂƒĂŒ>Â?Â?iĂ€Ăƒ\ĂŠBig demand in commercial and industrial projects. Fort McMurray jobs paying up to $3192 per week for experienced trades people.
INSTRUCTOR - AQUATICS
(Part Time — Permanent) Reporting to the Director, Recreation Services, this position involves teaching additional swimming lesson sets for children and adults not filled by Lifeguard / Instructors. The incumbents work minimal shifts of limited duration in indoor and / or outdoor swimming pools. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is January 10, 2014. Please quote competition # 86-COV-13.
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(Part Time — Permanent) Reporting to the Director, Recreation Services, this position provides cashiering, clerical, typing and reception work under limited supervision, at Recreation Services offices. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is January 16, 2014. Please quote competition # 87-COV-14.
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Services
Services
Services
Services
Services
Pets & Livestock
Merchandise for Sale
Psychics
Financial Services
Kitchen Cabinets
Moving & Storage
Pets
Medical Supplies
Gain clarity for the new year on your love, finances & career. 45 yrs exp. Call for appointment. Ana 778-930-2602
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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
Bring your Cabinets back to life with Remedy Cabinets. Renewing and Updating with savings for 21 years. Free estimates 250-309-9673
FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
Painting & Decorating
HAVANESE puppies, vet checked & shots, $660. each delivery to be arranged. 250804-6848
Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
Help Wanted
Routes Available
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RT RosedalePark AveDr&&Danallanko • 40 • Avail.•now RT 501 520 -- Highland Highland Park Crespapers • 40 papers Avail. now BXRT 520 - Highland Park Dr & Highland Park Cres • 40 papers • Avail. now
BXRT 105 - PV Rd & 16 St • 71 papers • Avail. now RT Rd & 16 St • 71Rdpapers • Avail.•now RT 105 108 -- PV Cascade & Mutrie • 96 papers Avail. now RT 108 - Cascade & Mutrie Rd • 96 papers • Avail. now COLDSTREAM COLDSTREAM RT 204 - Coldstream Cr Rd & Hillside Dr • 73 papers • Avail. Jan 5 RT 204 - Coldstream Cr Rd & Hillside Dr • 73 papers • Avail. Jan 5 RT 216 - Giles Dr & DeJong Dr • 92 papers • Avail. Jan 1 RT 216 - Giles Dr & DeJong Dr • 92 papers • Avail. Jan 1 RT 220 - Lakeview Dr & College Dr • 94 papers • Avail. now RT 220 - Lakeview Dr & College Dr • 94 papers • Avail. now EAST HILL EAST HILL RT 61 - 15 St & 16 St • 116 papers • Avail. Jan 8 RT 61 - 15 St & 16 St • 116 papers • Avail. Jan 8 RT 64 - 21 Ave & Pottery Rd • 77 papers • Avail. Dec 27 RT 64 - 21 Ave & Pottery Rd • 77 papers • Avail. Dec 27 RT 65 - 19 Ave & 19 St • 79 papers • Avail. Dec 29 RT 65 - 19 Ave & 19 St • 79 papers • Avail. Dec 29 LUMBY LUMBY RT 601 - Saddleview Ave & Mountain Ave • 110 papers • Avail. now RT 601 - Saddleview Ave & Mountain Ave • 110 papers • Avail. now RT 603 - Catt & Fairview • 80 papers • Avail. now RT 603 - Catt & Fairview • 80 papers • Avail. now RT 604 - Shuswap & Bessette • 109 papers • Avail. Jan 1 RT 604 - Shuswap & Bessette • 109 papers • Avail. Jan 1 MISSION HILL MISSION HILL RT 14 14 -- 15 15 Cres Cres && Valleyview Valleyview Pl Pl •• 168 168 papers papers •• Avail. Avail. now now RT
FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS
Moving & Storage
Painting & Decorating
U1ST - MOVING 2 ton. Prices starting at $65/hr. Call 250859-8362.
Roberta’s Painting, Serving Armstrong & area for 7 years Free estimates 250-546-3570 or 250-938-4796.
Computer Services
Computer Services
We Do It All! iPhone 4, 4S & 5 Repair PC Windows Fixing Hard Drive Data Recovery
KELPRO COMPUTERS 2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 558-0561
Financial Services
RT 309 309 -- Rimer Rimer Rd Rd && Butters Butters Rd Rd •• 60 60 papers papers •• Avail. Avail. now now RT
Contact Circulation Circulation •• 250-550-7901 250-550-7901 Contact
Education/Trade Schools
Education/Trade Schools
Okanagan College CertiďŹ cate Programs
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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!
Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay 800lb round bales. Grass, grass alfalfa mix. Barn stored, delivery aval 250-309-1420
Wolf Hybrid Cubs. Available now. $1000 Sun Valley Wolf Kennels. Kelowna Go to: www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com or Call (250)-765-4996
Merchandise for Sale Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932
Hay for sale Timothy/Alfalfa, (250) 547-6334
PINE Firewood. Drycut, split & stacked, 16� lgth. Shortbx $75/ Longbox $90. (250)545-6461
Pets
Furniture
Cute Terrier Cross Pup, non shedding, $200.00 Ready to go 250-547-2433
KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR W/ COMFORT! BRAND NEW QUEEN MATTRESS $160. Still in plastic, mfg. warranty. 250.870.2562
Livestock
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Personal Interest
Jan. 13 - Feb. 24 Jan. 14 - Feb. 20 Jan. 20 - Mar. 3 Jan. 20 - Mar. 3
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Misc. for Sale Free Scrap Metal & Vehicle Removal. Nothing too big or too small! We buy batteries, $4. Call (250)309-6107 IPHONE CASE Brand new, never used Iphone 5 Lifeproof.Multiple colors. Asking $15.00. 250-549-1489 or text 250-3068489 for details. WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 WINTER TIRE BLOWOUT Various in stock sizes that must go! Wheels starting at $5 - Package deals available New (Hercules Brand) and Used Tires - Prices starting at $25. Call 250-583-9463
Misc. Wanted Livestock
Coin Op Washing/Dryer machines. Any condition. Can pick up. 250-549-0644
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS
COLLECTOR looking to buy a coin collection. Also looking for coins, bars, medals, ingots from RC Mint, Franklin Mint, US Mint & others. Todd 250864-3521 I make house calls!
- Regular & Screened Sizes -
PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
Wanted: 3pt hitch snow blade, 8 or 9 ft. Call (250)306-3442
250-260-0110
SWAN LAKE LAKE SWAN
Education/Trade Schools
2 Coats Any Colour
BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR
RT 92 92 -- Argyle Argyle Ave Ave && 39 39 St St •• 144 144 papers papers •• Avail. Avail. now now RT
Education/Trade Schools
(1) 250-899-3163
3 Rooms For $299,
German Shepard pups 4M 3F blk/tan & sable avail Vet Check $650 (250) 682-4831
19 years serving the community
Financial Services
WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM
Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Estates, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Paper etc.Confidential 250-863-3082
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BUSINESSES & SERVICES HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS /CONSTRUCTION You Belong
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Burk’s Renovations *VTWSL[L 9LUV]H[PVUZ ‹ 9LWHPYZ ‹ +LJRZ ‹ -LUJLZ
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Ron @ 250.309.0435 nulookhomeworks.ca www.nulookhomeworks.ca
Licensed & Insured
A-Z Renovations You WILL be noticed and get MORE business by placing an ad in this directory
• Renos • Repairs • Home Projects • Kitchen • Bathroom • Electrical • Plumbing • Carpentry • 25 Yrs Exp
Call Robert
250-309-4802
HANDYMAN
HANDS Renovations & Repairs Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Seniors Discount
30 Years a Carpenter Also skilled in • Drywall • Painting • Flooring • Tiling • Decks • Cabinets Need Help? Please Call...
Bob - 250.275.0706
SIDING
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COMPETITION EXTERIORS LTD (250) 309-3981 GUTTERS
DECKING RAILING PATIO COVER www.competitionexteriors.ca
You WILL be noticed and get MORE business
QUALITY BATHROOM RENOVATIONS INC.
by placing
TUB TO SHOWER • CUSTOM SHOWERS • TUBS VANITIES • COUNTERTOPS • SINKS • FAUCETS • TOILETS ACCESSORIES • TILING • DESIGN • PACKAGES
an ad in this directory
BADABATHROOMS.COM
TIM 250-307-8772
250.308.6230
Quality Work Guaranteed
LICENSED AND INSURED
LANDSCAPING You will be noticed and
GET MORE S S E IN S U B by placing an ad in this directory. Contact the ClassiďŹ ed Department
AT 250-550-7900
OK Landing Lawn & Garden Leaf Removal • Shrub/Hedge Shaping Pruning • Mowing • Yard Cleanup Nutrient Management Jake 250-351-5478 Cell
CONTACT CLASSIFIED
WINDOWS & DOORS
DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
1044 Middleton Way, Vernon
• New Construction or Renovations • Installations • Milgard Vinyl, Fiberglass & Aluminum Windows • Interior & Exterior Doors • FREE ESTIMATES
PAINTING
Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 • Phone (250) 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977
SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS
Repaints our specialty! • Walls • Doors • Windows • Trim • Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH! Free Estimates • www.timetopaint.com or
308-9783 549-5140
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
549-0115
JACK WESSELL PAINTING INTERIOR PAINTING
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
TRIM - DOORS - WALLS - CEILINGS FREE ESTIMATES - WORK GUARANTEED CALL JACK 250-308-2870 cell You WILL be noticed and get MORE business in this directory CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
250-550-7900
WHITESTONE PAINTING HANDYMAN
Windows, Doors & now...
KITCHEN CABINETS!!
Renovation Specialists - We Can Do It! NEWom Quality Professional Installations
Since 1989 - Free Estimates
Tom 250-308-8778
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250-550-7900
by Norelco
www.odws.ca
Showro 2001 - 43 St, Vernon BC • 250-542-1294
DRYWALL DAVIES DRYWALL CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663
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Real Estate
Rentals
Rentals
For Sale By Owner
Apt/Condo for Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent
Owners Moving want to sell home in Bella Vista, 3bdrm +den, on large lot, $400,000. negotiable. 250-351-4181
Houses For Sale
DISTRESS SALES
FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.com
Vernon
250-549-7258
WESTMOUNT APARTMENTS 3611 27th Ave.
2 Bedroom From $84500 +40 Adult, Secure Building, No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator. MOVE IN INCENTIVES AVAILABLE. For more information, please call
Lots
250-306-5770
By Owner 1 acre Okanagan Lake View Lot off Tronson Rd, serviced, secure w/private lake access. Offers. 250-275-1626
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon
Mobile Homes & Parks 3 bdrm, mortgagable, new siding, paint & carpets, hardwood floors, appliances. Just reduced, age 55+ $25,900. #16-1600-43 Ave. Look at all offers. 250-558-1511.
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent
VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS
1604 31st Street
45+ Building
1 Bedroom from $625 2 Bedroom from $725 Move in Incentives for Seniors
• NS/NP • Heat and Water Incl. • Fresh Paint, Very Clean • Parking • Coin Laundry • Balcony • Elevator
250-558-9696 250-503-7315
1 bedroom $600 Hydro not included, adult bldg 2nd floor - 1 person only, very quiet only need apply. No pets, parties or drugs. Call 250 558 5020 1&2 bdrm,d/t, avail now,no pets, heat & hotwater incl. $600-$750. 250-260-8454 1bdrm apart’s close to rec centre. N/P, N/S. $700 + utils. (250)307-4948
LAKEVIEW PLACE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F&S, DW, on-site laundry, quiet & private, great views. Sorry, NS, NP. $750/mo. Available immediately. VERNON GOLF 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, DW, laundry HU. Sorry, NS, NP. $700/mo. Available Jan. 1 Great location
250-542-5580
BRENTWOOD APARTMENTS
2 Bedroom
… available in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included. Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P, N/S. To view, call
250-545-0962 or 250-503-7977 GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong
Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments Walk to downtown Covered parking From $765 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
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All suites include heat, hydro and hot water, F/S, W/D, AC and DW. No smoking / No pets. Lease Incentives possible for new tenants On-site Resident Manager
Columbia Apartments Available Feb. 1 st
One bedroom + den Close to downtown. Seniors building. No Pets. Non-smoking.
To view call
250-545-1519 1bdrm apt. Clean & bright, in quiet well managed adult building, bus route, heat, h/w, cable, locker/prkg. n/s n/p Starting $650. 250-550-4069
Townhouses
Brookside Garden Rentals Family Oriented Complex Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets. Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area.
250-542-1701 Discover the Secret!
Hawthorn Lane
Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
250-503-1257
A New Tradition of Quality Living
1bdrm apt. near Hospital, laundry, heat, water, F/S, parking incl. $650. NS, Pets neg, Ref’s req. (250)542-7982 1 Bdrm. Armstrong, clean, bright and newly decorated upper unit. Walk to downtown, $625/month, coin laundry.Call Alex 250-545-3813. 2 BDR, 1 bath, ctrl. located, no util., small pet OK, N/S, $790. Call Vlada 250-308-8878
Homes for Rent
Rentals
Rentals
Rentals
Transportation
Apt/Condo for Rent
Mobile Homes & Pads
Shared Accommodation
Auto Accessories/Parts
Double mobile home, 3bdrm, 2bath, 5-appl,garage, $950/mo + util + dd 250-546-0026
1bdrm, D.T. from $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644 1bdrm East Hill, shared accom w/d, $500.incl.util.cble/int, bus rte. ns/np. Now. 250-550-0219 Quiet, central, near bus, incl/int, appls, $390+util, DD required. 250-549-7418
WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.
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Suites, Lower 1 bedroom basement suite downtown, $550./mo available now. (250)542-3276 2bdrm, 1bath, Reno’d Kitchen on Kal Lake Rd, close to beach, schools, small dogs ok, n/s, no/parties $900. util incl., 250-275-3188 FOR rent Feb1st 2014. 2bdrm daylight basement suite. Private entrance, own laundry all utilities included. $900 a month plus damage deposit. No dogs No smoking. 250307-0876 NEW Level Entry 1 Bedroom suite. W/D, N/P, N/S. $850/month includes cable, internet, utilities. Available immediately 250-308-2757
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Legal Notices NOTICE to Creditors and Others. Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of Emma C. Hohenacker formerly of Suite 311 - 4751 23rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, V1T 9J4, deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Administrator, c/o Mervin Hohenacker, 6117 Grieve Rd., Duncan, B.C. V9L 2G9 on or before January 24, 2014, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed having regard only to the claims that have been received. Mervin Hohenacker. Administrator.
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Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that City Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons or persons who deem their interest in property affected by the below-mentioned bylaws at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2014, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C.: Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5474, 2013 (ZON00230) Location:
4405 and 4611 Bellevue Drive (see map at right)
Legal Description: Lots B and C, Plan KAP62841, DL 75, ODYD Applicant:
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Zoning Text (RST2 - Residential Single and Two Family) Amendment Bylaw Number 5473, 2013 (ZON00222) Applicant:
City of Vernon
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A bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw #5000 to add the proposed RST2 Residential Single and Two Family zoning district and to include RST2 provisions in the landscape buffer and off-street parking schedules of the Zoning Bylaw #5000.
Enquiries relative to the above proposed bylaws should be directed to the Planning Department located at the Community Services Building, 3001 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C. or by calling 250-550-3634. Copies of the bylaws and relevant background documents are available for inspection during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays) from January 6, 2014. Any correspondence relating to these applications can be delivered to the Corporate Officer, City of Vernon, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 or by sending an email to phearings@vernon.ca. All correspondence and petitions received between January 5, 2014 (the date of notification) and 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2014 shall be copied and circulated to the members of City Council for consideration before the Public Hearing. Any submissions received after 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2014 will not be accepted. Correspondence and emails must include your name and civic address. You may present your verbal submissions and speaking notes at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may appoint an agent to act on your behalf. NO REPRESENTATION WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Christmas Tree Disposal Until January 19, 2014 Christmas Tree drop off site: 20th Street and 47th Avenue / St. John Ambulance Lot Residents of the City of Vernon, District of Coldstream, and B.X. are invited to take their Christmas trees to the drop-off site located at 47th Ave and 20th Street in the vacant lot next to St. John Ambulance, up to January 19, 2014. Christmas Trees will not be picked up with your residential refuse. No plastic bags or other debris is to be left at the site. This no cost service is provided to residential customers by the City of Vernon, District of Coldstream and the Regional District of North Okanagan. Christmas trees can also be taken to Regional landfills free of charge until the end of January 2014. For further information, please call (250) 54-WORKS or 250-549-6757.
Special Budget Meetings Council will be holding Special Regular Budget Meetings on Wednesday, January 15th at 9 am, Thursday, January 16th at 11 am, and Friday, January 17th 2014 at 9 am, to review the 2014 – 2018 Financial Plan. Meetings will be held in Council Chambers at City Hall, with opportunity for Public Input at 11:00 am each day. A copy of the 2014 – 2018 Financial Plan can be viewed at: http://www.vernon.ca/services/finance/documents/ Proposed2014_2018FinancialPlan.pdf
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