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Sochi, Russia has proven to be golden for North Okanagan residents.

Vernon sit-skier Josh Dueck won a gold at the Paralympic Winter Games Friday in men’s super combined, while Ina Forrest, of Armstrong, and Vernon’s Sonja Gaudet were part of the wheelchair curling team that struck gold Saturday, beating Russia 8-3.

“I’m stunned.

Speechless. To the moon. This is definitely the one kind of achievement that was missing on my bookshelf,” said Dueck, an X Games Ina Forrest gold medallist, silver medallist from the 2010 Vancouver Paralympics, and 2009 world downhill champion.

“I can’t wait to hear the anthem ring loud and clear. It’s something that I’ve dreamt of for a long time.”

An elated Dueck Sonja Gaudet threw up his hands in the leader box and let out a loud cheer when he realized he had claimed victory with a two-run combined time of two minutes, 18.20 seconds.

The gold medal has been a long time coming for Dueck. This past weekend marked the 10-year anniversary of the freestyle skiing accident that left him without the use of his legs.

“I don’t like to focus on the outcome of what’s going on, but I wanted this, and it feels freaking great,” said the three-time Paralympic medallist.

Prior to the gold medal game, Canada’s wheelchair curling team beat China 5-4 in the semi-final early Saturday.

“It’s tremendous,” skip Jim Armstrong told CBC about Canada’s golden victory.

“It’s been a long week but we played well today. It was probably our best game of the tournament.”

Gaudet was Canada’s flag-bearer during the Winter Games opening ceremony.

Medals in hand, the athletes are now making their way home.

According to the Canadian Paralympic Association, Dueck is expected to arrive at Kelowna International Airport Monday at 8:24 p.m., while Forrest and Gaudet will fly into the airport Tuesday at 2:22 p.m.

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Officials aren’t losing sleep over a survey that places Vernon mid-of-the-pack for liveability.

Out of 201 communities, MoneySense magazine’s Best Places to Live ranking puts Vernon at 125.

“It’s an interesting analysis but I don’t put a lot of emphasis on it,” said Kevin Poole, economic development manager.

Among the factors considered by MoneySense are population growth, the unemployment rate, average income, house prices, property taxes, public transit use, total rainfall, days above 20 Celsius, the crime rate and the number of doctors.

“How they select the items Kevin Poole for quality of life is beyond me.

They don’t ask how many lakes are nearby or how close a community is to a ski hill,” said Poole.

The survey indicates that Vernon’s unemployment rate is 9.2 per cent, but Poole says that if the figure comes from Statistics Canada, it is not accurate.

“The sample size is too small and Stats Canada says not all of the sample is in Vernon. They could throw in Clearwater or Osoyoos or anything in the ThompsonOkanagan,” said Poole, adding that the local economy is improving.

“The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation is cautiously optimistic and sees things picking up in 2014 and 2015. Building permits are up.”

Most of the communities at the top of the survey are those influenced by the oil and gas sector, including St. Albert (1), Calgary (2) and Strathcona, Alta.

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“They are putting a lot of weight on the average income. If that’s how you establish quality of life, we’ll never compete,” said Poole.

The average household income in Vernon, according to MoneySense, is $70,229, while it is $128,270 in St. Albert.

Poole points out that new workers have relocated to Vernon from Alberta and the Lower Mainland recently.

“They are moving here for the quality of life we have,” he said.

Poole isn’t concerned the MoneySense article will create a negative perception about Vernon.

“We try to get people here as tourists and then they often want to become a resident,” he said.

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Union protests ongoing school cuts KATHERINE MORTIMER Morning Star Staff

From bus drivers to certified education assistants, support staff

in the Vernon School District are essential to students’ education.

But the president of CUPE is concerned that

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performed to a satisfactory level, and in an attempt to deliver and maintain the services previously provided, employees are absent from work due to physical and mental health disorders brought on by extensive stress,” said Olsen.

He said absenteeism costs the district in additional ways such as increased Workers Compensation rates from increased workrelated injuries. As WCB now recognizes mental health issues brought on by workrelated stress and other factors, CUPE has seen an increase in its WCB assessment rates.

“It is a direct cost to the district if workers are off on sick leave or short-term disability.

“We are also seeing our employees leaving to seek other employment and we believe some of the rationale is from stress levels in the workplace.

Replacement of these workers is another cost borne by the district.”

Olsen said the cuts are having a detrimental effect on CUPE employees and the service they provide.

He offered a number of suggestions to trustees as they attempt to balance next year’s budget, such as the possibility of cutting administrators back from two to one at each school.

He points to J.W. Inglis and Cherryville, which share one principal, but have a viceprincipal at each school.

Lavington and Kidston each have only a principal.

“In those examples, there is no indication of detrimental effects to the students nor has it affected their learning outcomes.

“We have three director of instruction positions — can we do the work they perform with two?”

Olsen suggested the possibility of increasing the rental fees of facilities or charging for busing.

“Public education is being financially starved by the provincial government,” he said.

“It needs to be made aware of the effects the reduced funding is having on our children and our employees.

“Mental and physical health issues will continue to rise unless we become proactive in helping our employees.”

The district is looking at a proposed $1.2 million in extra costs to the 2014/15 budget, and is looking at ways to make cuts that will have the least impact on students.

Ministr y of Education funding amounts to $6,900 per student, but declining enrolment has meant less funding to the district every year. This year, 713 Grade 12 students will leave the district, compared to just 591 starting kindergarten.

Required by law to come in at budget, the district has had $20 million in cuts since 1999.

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Culture definition fuels debate richard rolke Morning Star Staff

The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee insists it’s not leaving some groups on the sidelines.

The Allan Brooks Nature Centre and the Okanagan Science Centre have expressed concern that GVAC is using too narrow of a definition of culture for a planning process, Cunningham and they are insisting that they have seats at the table.

“That will all come out as part of our process,” said Juliette Cunningham, GVAC chairperson.

“We want to delve into the scope of what we want to fund.”

In a letter to GVAC, the Okanagan

Science Centre challenges the terms of reference for the cultural master plan for Greater Vernon.

“Our primary concern is the plan defines culture, for its purposes, as relating primarily to only two aspects of our varied and diverse culture — arts and heritage,” said Steve Brandner, OSC chairperson.

“This definition completely fails to recognize science as the significant component of our culture that it is.”

Brandner says that given the definition being used, the 30 to 35 people on a steering committee will consist of people that fit into arts and heritage.

“With a group that big, is there not room for science to be represented? If science doesn’t fit in with this group and isn’t included in this plan, where does it belong and how is it represented?” he said.

Brandner points out that an initiative in 2011 referenced science as being part of

culture.

The Allan Brooks Nature Centre is also making a case to be part of the cultural plan.

“If intended to be inclusive, the strategic plan should extend and recognize all cultural organizations and assets of our region of which ANBC is one,” said Aaron Deans, executive director.

“By not doing so, this plan undervalues the contribution that organizations like ABNC provides to the quality of life and culture in the North Okanagan.”

Even if the science centre and ABNC are not appointed to the steering committee, Cunningham says they are not being ignored.

“These groups will have an opportunity for input,” she said, adding that the goal of the process is to be inclusive.

“The consultant has experience with trying to get this kind of information.”

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The City of Vernon has turned down a request from Will Munton and Junior Chamber International to move a policeman’s call box, known as a tardis, to various locations as a fundraiser.

“It would set a precedent and we weren’t Rob Sawatzky sure how to deal with that,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky, adding that other groups could ask for similar assistance.

“If we were looking at what was asked for, it would be quite a precedent using city staff and equipment.”

The tardis box, a replica of the one used in the Dr. Who TV series, is eight feet high and weighs a few hundred pounds.

Another major issue for the city was financial.

“The average cost of each move will be about $400,” said Shirley Koenig, the city’s operation services director.

“This equates to about $4,400 for the 11 planned moves and includes labour and equipment cost. This expense is not included in the approved operation’s budget and would require an additional funding source.”

The tardis will be auctioned off at JCI’s gala April 12 and the funds will go to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation.

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Local cheese recalled JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff

A Lumby company is voluntarily recalling some of its cheese products due to a possible Listeria contamination.

Castle Cheese Inc. is recalling Okanagan’s Choice Cheese brand shredded cheese products from the marketplace.

Due to possible Listeria contamination, consumers should not consume the recalled products.

The affected products are shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded parmesan cheese and nacho blend (cheddar and mozzarella cheese).

“We returned a positive result for Listeria on a conveyer belt,” said Trina Boyko, with the family manufacturing plant which has been in Lumby for eight years.

Although there have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products, the company apologizes to the public.

“We really take this to heart,” said Boyko.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency was alerted to the possible contamination when results were returned Feb. 4, says Boyko. The CFIA made the recall public after it found trace contamination in the product following testing at various locations where the product is sold.

The CFIA is continuing to conduct a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products.

Production continues but Boyko assures the room of origin is not in use.

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Castle Cheese Inc. of Lumby is recalling Okanagan’s Choice Cheese products due to a possible Listeria contamination.

“This room where this Listeria was found has been completely segregated.”

Consumers are urged to check to see if they have recalled products in their home, which should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

“Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick,” according to the CFIA. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness.

The recalled products have been sold in Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace.

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City backs recycling reconsideration ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

The City of Armstrong is supporting Spallumcheen’s former mayor’s bid to have the province reconsider its upcoming Multi-Materials B.C. (MMBC) recycling plan.

Will Hansma, owner-operator of the Okanagan Advertiser newspaper, gave a passionate plea to city counPaul Britton cil, to help support a plan that, Hansma stated, involved little or no consultation with stakeholders.

“It (MMBC plan) is going to affect all of us so much,” said Hansma.

The new plan is slated to take effect in May, though it’s still not clear who will collect recycling in Armstrong, a

task currently handled by the Regional District of North Okanagan.

“I think we should ask the province to reconsider the policy,” said Coun. Paul Britton.

“Nobody likes having anything shoved down their throat. Maybe it will come out that some things aren’t working, but you need to involve the people in the industry and consult with them.”

Council voted unanimously to send a letter to Premier Christy Clark, asking the province to reconsider the MMBC plan and to include stakeholders in recycling consultation.

Couns. Ryan Nitchie and John Trainor were absent from Monday’s regular meeting.

The Township of Spallumcheen and City of Enderby have also endorsed Hansma’s concerns.

Marijuana hearing The public has no concerns or com-

ments about allowing medical marijuana facilities in the city.

No members of the public attended an open hearing on a bylaw amendment that would regulate medical marijuana facilities on agricultural land reserve (ALR) lands.

“We have not received any phone calls, letters or e-mails,” said Mayor Chris Pieper.

The amendment would allow the city to impose municipal restrictions on facilities that may be issued federal licences.

If passed, the bylaw would allow facilities only on ALR properties with a minimum parcel size of one hectare. All activities associated with the production facilities would have to be housed completely within an enclosed building with no outdoor storage or display.

Council unanimously passed third reading of the bylaw amendment. Final adoption still remains.

Avalanche safety urged in backcountry Morning Star Staff

After four avalanche fatalities in the past eight days, the Canadian Avalanche Centre is urging backcountry users to make cautious and conservative decisions while in avalanche terrain.

Among the fatalities was A.J. Cleary, 34, of Coldstream, who was caught in an avalanche while snowmobiling in the Monashee Mountains near Keefer Lake.

“We’ve been dealt a pretty troublesome snowpack this season and our terrain choices need to reflect that fact,” said Karl Klassen, with CAC’s Public Avalanche Warning Service.

“The weak layers we’ve been tracking for many weeks remain a significant problem and areas where you might have felt safe in previous seasons may not be the best choices this winter.”

Until conditions improve, the CAC recommends travelling on small, simple, lowangle terrain with no terrain traps. Exposure to large slopes and cornices above should also be avoided whenever possible.

It’s also critical that all backcountry users are equipped with essential safety equipment for avalanche terrain, says Klassen.

“Everyone in the party needs an avalanche transceiv-

er, a probe and a shovel every day, regardless of expected conditions. And it’s equally vital that everyone is familiar with has practiced using this equipment,” he said.

“If an avalanche occurs, there is no time to go for help.”

In addition to essential equipment, airbags are vital.

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TV series features caregiver Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff

Diane Neudorf ’s love and dedication to her job has made the spotlight on the W Network.

The single mom and Vernon caregiver will be featured on Corus Entertainment’s Be The Boss Canada Thursday.

It’s an honour that Nurse Next Door Neudorf, 31, is still pinching herself over, as she was fooled from the start.

It was her boss, Cathy Bilton, Nurse Next Door franchise owner, who first asked her a few months back if she wanted to be on national television.

“I thought it was a complete joke,” said Neudorf.

But the offer was very real, just under a false front.

Neudorf was chosen by Bilton to go up against 20 contestants chosen from Nurse Next Door’s Canadian franchise locations.

From that list, the number was whittled down to eight based on their applications.

A camera crew from Be The Boss Canada travelled to each one, conducting individual interviews.

But each of the contestants were tricked into believing the filming was for a documentary called Great Canadian Businesses.

“I had no idea what I was in store for,” admitted Neudorf, who was told very little until the end.

From there, Vernon’s Neudorf and Rina Varley, a sales manager from Nurse

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Nurse Next Door Diane Neudorf walks with 96-year-old Violet Baxter at the Westridge Care Home. Neudorf will be appearing on Be The Boss Canada on W Network Thursday at 8 p.m. To see the episode trailer visit www.vernonmorningstar.com Next Door Maple Ridge, were chosen to compete in a series of challenges for a chance to win a promotion, or their own franchise location.

Throughout a week of filming in Vancouver, the two were given challenges to prove their business acumen, leadership skills, marketing and sales

skills, plus their ability to hold up under pressure.

“We never knew what we were doing until the day of the challenge,” recalls Neudorf.

“It’s easy to think that reality TV is scripted, but this really wasn’t. We weren’t given very much time at all to think about our challenges. An hour, if we’re lucky. Other times, there was 10 minutes to collect my thoughts and just dive in.”

It was an interesting, unique and rewarding experience, says Neudorf.

“The most rewarding thing for me was to be able to show the sort of impact we could make in a client’s lives. We wear our hearts on our sleeve and we make dreams come true, even if it’s in the most minimalistic way. I’m happy we could show people what we do on national TV.” It’s something Neudorf has done in this profession since her youngest daughter passed away in 2007.

“It’s my way of giving back,” said Neudorf, who always strives to find those little things that make a client smile.

“It’s about care giving, it’s not just healthcare.”

And ask any of her clients, and she is very good at it.

“I think she’s a sweetheart,” said 96-year-old Violet Baxter.

Now Neudorf is excited to see herself on one of her favourite shows on her favourite station.

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MLA Eric Foster smiles as he talks about the long awaited completion of the re-routing of Highway 6 next to Coldstream Ranch.

Province trumpets Highway 6 fix RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

An upgrade to Highway 6 is being described as a life-saver.

A celebration was held Friday to mark the realignment completed between Ricardo and Grey roads in Coldstream in November.

“It’s a major connector in Coldstream and improving safety is important,” said Mayor Jim Garlick.

Between 2000 and 2009, there were 119 reported crashes, primarily at the old corner of Highway 6 and Kalamalka Road.

Annual traffic volumes amount to about 9,000 vehicles per day.

Kevin Acton, Lumby’s mayor, remembers responding to accidents on the old route when he was a paramedic.

“I picked people off of the side of the road. The corner was a huge danger and a huge risk,” he said.

A new section of highway now sits to the north, allowing motorists to travel along Highway 6 safely and to access Kalamalka Road more easily.

“It’s a project we wanted for a long time,” said Eric Foster, Ve r n o n - M o n a s h e e MLA, who lobbied for the work while on Lumby council in the 1980s.

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City establishes load restrictions Morning Star Staff

It’s that time of year when restrictions are placed on overweight vehicles in Vernon.

Load restrictions will be in place Monday on all roads in Vernon.

“All roads will be limited to legal axle loading 70 per cent,” said James Rice, public works manager.

Overweight permits will not be granted. All term overweight permits are invalid for the duration of the restrictions.

“The public, and trucking and transportation companies should govern themselves accordingly,” said Rice.

project cost $11 million to complete and besides improving safety, it’s expected to benefit Coldstream’s economy.

“It will open up industrial lands at Ricardo Road and industrial lands beyond this (to the east),” said Garlick.

With this project done, the District of Coldstream now wants the Ministry of Transportation to move ahead with other initiatives on Highway 6 - at King Edward Road and between Aberdeen and Grey roads.

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Cooking with gas

might have mentioned that I’m not that handy before. And I’m not rich either, or even particularly good looking for that matter, but for some reason my wife agreed to marry me all those years ago. I’m sure there’s times when she wonders why but I might be getting off track here just a wee bit.

You see, the other day the barbecue stopped working, at a most inconvenient time of course but then when else would it stop, so I did what I always do, unhook the tank and get it refilled.

Except, this time, a week later when I finally managed to get it filled and went to hook it up again, the darn thing refused to work.

Another dinner plan down the drain and what was a guy like me supposed to do about it?

Glenn Mitchell Aaaaarggggghhhhh.

Well, actually a guy like me does have a game plan when these kinds of things happen but it ain’t pretty. I waited a week, hoping it was maybe due to the cold snap and something got frozen in the line or something, but in reality it was avoidance strategy, as in the chances of me fixing it were remote so delay, delay and then delay some more.

So a week later, and by then it was a bit warmer, I tried it again with, of course, the same result.

What’s that quote about doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result?

Right, never mind.

This time, however, I actually noticed something, it seemed like the propane wasn’t getting to the burners because I couldn’t hear it per usual.

That meant one of two things in my challenged mind. Either the tank wasn’t really full of propane and I paid that money for nothing, and it was pretty darn heavy so that didn’t seem likely.

Or something was blocking the propane from getting to the burners, which seemed more likely from my vantage point.

Of course while I’m trying to figure this all out there’s that more than slight fear of playing around with propane isn’t always a good idea for a man of my talents but I pursued nevertheless, trying to follow every safety precaution along the way.

MitChEll’S MuSingS

When I took off the grates I did notice that there was more than a slight build up of ash that might or might not be blocking the propane from getting to the desired area.

Seeing how cleaning out the barbecue had been on my list for several years now, ahem, and that there was also the slight chance that it might resuscitate my one way to contribute to cooking dinner at the homestead, I went for it.

So after thoroughly cleaning out the ash and soot, let’s just say there was a lot of it, I optimistically tried it again. Nothing. So now I had one clean but apparently useless barbecue. Great.

Once I settled down, a week or so later, I pursued another theory – maybe it was the hose that connected the propane tank to the barbecue?

Although why did it just suddenly stop working after refilling the tank? And, hopefully, even though it looked like one easy connection to install one, was it in me to do it?

So, after writing down every serial number I could find on the contraption, I went to Canadian Tire and found out they’re pretty much ‘universal’ anyway.

The device sat on the counter for a week or so, avoidance strategy kicking in big time because if this didn’t work, well I was out of options, except buying a new one of course and that meant I might have to put one together again. Yikes.

But, finally, I bravely went for it, after taking a half hour to find a crescent wrench of course. I somehow successfully got the old hose off and the new one on.

It was show time and I knew the next few seconds were going to affect my self-esteem for a considerable length of time.

I turned on the tank. Turned the left knob to high and hit the ignite button. Presto, it lit up like a dream (and it was clean, too).

I couldn’t help but smile. I don’t want to exaggerate how I was feeling but I thought I knew how the first caveman must have felt when that rubbing sticks together thing finally paid dividends.

To me, it was a small miracle and my son and wife pretty much concurred. I happily barbecued that night and every night since. I’m starting to think my family’s taking advantage of my present state of mind, but you know what, that’s fine with me. Isn’t life grand?

The rhetoric surrounding the B.C. public education system and contract negotiations with the B.C. Teachers Federation has been flying high, both in amount and stink level.

Claiming they have the best interests of B.C. schoolchildren at heart, the provincial Liberal government is single-mindedly driving to ink a 10-year labour contract with the province’s teachers.

The nuts and bolts of their plan are outlined in a document entitled: Working together for students. The plan has as its main goal long-term stability in education. At least that is what it says on the cover. Very commendable.

However, the document identifies the biggest problem with the public school system as, “The ongoing cycle of teacher labour unrest in schools.”

As if only the teachers were to blame in this mess. But 10 years is a long time.

How many people, other than politicians and most couples, want to be locked into a contract for 10 years?

We have trouble with threeyear cellphone contracts, never mind 10 years.

What if there is another financial meltdown?

What happens if the natural gas industry goes belly up?

What happens if the courts uphold the BCTF’s right to negotiate class size and composition?

Why not aim for a short-term contract to work out a set of guidelines that focuses on class size and composition that puts the students first, gives teachers the room they need to do their very best, and is mindful that the government purse strings must open for many public servants?

In this way both parties are putting their money where their mouth is.

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hank you Mr. Mayes for your efforts with your Keeping in Touch information you send out regularly. I do appreciate it.

I have some deep concerns about the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. My concerns range from ethical to ecological to global warming.

I assume that other countries will be able to sell their food to us without tariffs.

Where will our food come from then? Do the farmers raise their meat clean? Are their feed lots dirty and the animals sick that they are butchering and selling to us? How do the farmers grow their crops? Do they use immigrant labour from poor countries?

What are the working conditions? How is their produce grown, with dangerous pesticides not allowed in Canada, but allowed in other countries? Is the food genetically modified?

This decision will have many health effects on our society in Canada. I also see it as furthering the exploitation impoverished people from Third World countries. Currently, I see the health effects on immigrant workers from Mexico in the Okanagan and am concerned. These people are in our country but have poor or very little access to health care while they are here.

FAMILY GRATEFUL On Nov. 21, 2013, my wife suffered seizures that would ultimately lead to surgery and her eventual diagnosis of an oligoastrocytoma tumor located in the left temporal lobe of her brain.

Valiantly, my wife, Melissa Gobbett, has just finished her seventh treatment of radiation at the cancer clinic located in Kelowna and has 21 more to go.

Upon hearing/reading/seeing the news about my wife's situation, we have been inundated with support from our entire community (from friends, family, strangers and local businesses alike).

The response has been, to say the least, absolutely overwhelming.

Because of your acts of kindness, prayers and donations, my wife has been able to find the courage to endure the long road ahead and allow our family the hope to fight along side her.

As a young family, we would never have expected to need this kind of support.

However, having already been through Mel's first surgery and the beginning of her radiation treatment, it has proved itself

By engaging in a globalized movement of food, Canadians are losing control and sight of the social justice of our country. We will be able to get goods without realizing its impact on immigrant and visible minority groups and what it means for our health.

The cost of importing/exporting food is not just to get cheap food. What does it cost the environment? The use of fossil fuels to transport food from farm, to distribution depot, cooling while in transport, fuel for extended boat or air travel. What is the impact on our oceans? How will this boat transport affect the fish stocks on Canada's coast line? How will the air traffic affect our

air quality? How does this interact/impact global warming? I am curious, Do you have an environmental or global ethics statement developed during this CETA agreement?

CETA has been described as bringing 'benefits to every region of our country. It will unlock new opportunities by opening new markets for Canadian businesses and creating new jobs for Canadian workers." The low paid workers in B.C. that help produce and support the tree-fruit and berry industry are from Mexico. The money received from opening up the EU will not create more well paying jobs for British Columbians. It will just bring more

invaluable. We are completely astonished that so many people in one small town could spread word so quickly and respond with such genuine compassion.

What you have done for Melissa, our sons - Kaiden (four) and Carter (one) - and myself have left us truly humbled.

Though, we can never simply describe in writing what your support has meant to us over the last few months, this letter is to express thanks from the bottom of our hearts.

The Gobbett Family

genetically modified ingredients.

In some cases even certified organic crops may possibly have been contaminated. So everything would have to be labelled?

It is stated at the end of the report that council can "certainly write to the senior levels of government about labelling."

How though can council expect other levels of government to take a stand if they themselves refuse to do so?

The larger issue is not labelling but doing the right thing.

Russ Collins

MISSING THE POINT In reference to the story in The Morning Star, entitled GE concerns surface in Coldstream, with all due respect for Coldstream council, if they agree with the quote from Coun. Richard Enns, they have entirely missed the point about the threat of GE crops. Mr. Enns says that the larger issue is labelling.

How would labelling solve the problem of crop contamination by cross-pollination?

And how would labelling even make a difference? Most foods sold may contain

THANK YOU In having been declared Good Citizen of the Year 2013, reality is slowly settling in for me, and some thank you's are in order.

Firstly, many, many thanks to Junior Chamber International for orchestrating the whole process and guiding me through the activities.

Then a huge thank you to many individuals, groups, organizations and businesses that showered me with letters, cards, greetings, gifts, pictures and good wishes.

I am amazed, honoured and sincerely

poorly paid Mexicans to do the work. How will this bring jobs for British Columbians?

Also, will it flood the market with food from far off countries, cheaper than we can produce it? Will it keep the poor-poorer and make the rich richer? The neo liberal ideology of our government has me very concerned about the increasing income disparities in our country. What will this mean for our countries future? What will it mean for my daughter's future? Will she be able to get a well paying job, eat healthy food and receive health care when she grows up? With the direction of this government with its market-driven ideologies and individualistic approach, I am not sure if these will be available to her when she grows up.

How sad.

If this is the future impact of the CETA, I am not sure it had the intended effect.

Unfortunately, the Keeping in Touch information left me with deep concerns on what the CETA agreement means for our societies future. Thank you in advance for your kind consideration in addressing your constituent's concerns.

Clara Dyck Community Care RN, BScN, MSN student grateful.

Brian P. Jackson

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Vernon’s Mission Hill Elementary will stay with the traditional calendar after exploring the possibility of expanding school days equally throughout the year.

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Notice is hereby given that the Regional Board of the Regional District of Central Okanagan will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of those who deem their interest in property affected by the below-mentioned amendments to Land Use Contact Amendment Bylaw No. 258, Rural Westside Official Community Plan No. 1274, 2006, and Zoning Bylaw No. 871, 2000.

The Public Hearing shall take place on the 24th of March 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Woodhaven Board Room at the Regional District of Central Okanagan, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, B.C. 1. Bylaw No: 871-215 (Our File: Z12/05) Applicant: Regional District of Central Okanagan Purpose of the Bylaw in General Terms: Amendments related to Temporary Agricultural Worker Dwellings/Accommodations are in keeping with provincial guidelines and initiatives that support agricultural operations in the region. The additional housekeeping items respond to highlighted issues identified through day-to-day workings with the Zoning Bylaw.

Housekeeping Text Amendments •RU7 Cottage Lot zone to reflect the permitted use of ‘Tourist cabin’, not ‘Single detached house’.

•To be consistent with RDCO Subdivision and Development Services Bylaw No. 704, minimum parcel frontage has been added to the following zones A1, F1, CL8, I4, I4A, P1 and P3.

•Prohibited Uses Section to remove “The parking of a recreational vehicle.” and replace with “The parking of recreational or other vehicles.”

Mapping Amendments •District Lot 3789 ODYD Except Plan H15438 from RU1 Rural 1 to F1 Forest Resource.

•District Lot 4692 ODYD from RU1 Rural 1 to A1 Agricultural.

•Lot A, District Lots 2550 and 2923, ODYD, Plan KAP92657 from RU2 Rural 2 to RU4 Country Residential.

•Lot B, District Lot 2923, ODYD, Plan KAP92657 from RU4 Country Residential to RU2 Rural 2.

2. BYLAW NOs. 258-04, 1274-03 and 871-221 (Our File: Z14/01) Location: 4625 Westside Road Legal Description: Lot A, Plan KAP65996, District Lot 3546, ODYD Applicants/Owners: N. Weninger & C. Bailey Present OCP Designation: Commercial Resort Requested OCP Designation: Rural Residential Present Zoning: Land Use Contract No. 258 Requested Zoning: RU6 Small Holdings Purpose of the Bylaw in General Terms: To discharge Land Use Contract No. 258, to amend the OCP land use designation to Rural Residential, and to zone the parcel to RU6 Small Holdings in order to allow development of the 2.4 ha property as a rural residential lot.

School sticks with tradition KATHERINE MORTIMER Morning Star Staff

After much discussion, Mission Hill elementary school will keep the traditional September to June calendar.

Last spring, the school began to explore an alternative to the current calendar, dividing the number of school days more equally throughout the year.

At Wednesday’s Vernon School District board meeting, Mission Hill principal Lynne Gibson presented the journey from idea to numerous meetings and consultations, to final decision.

“I want to show you the kinds of things that we presented to parents, and I want people to understand that with the balanced calendar, it’s the same number of days in session,” she said.

The traditional school calendar currently runs from September to the end of June, with two weeks off for winter break and two weeks off for spring break. A balanced calendar looks to redistribute some of the nine weeks off in the summer, creating a more balanced year for students and staff.

There are several schools in B.C. currently using a balanced calendar, including two in

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“Garden City elementary has been very helpful in supporting us through the process in our community and report that the balanced calendar works very well in their community.”

Vernon school trustees and administrators have been supportive of the balanced calendar but Gibson said the final decision was left to a vote. Ballots were given to each family with a student at the school from kindergarten to Grade 5.

Parents voted 35.8 per cent in favour of the balanced calendar and 64.21 per cent against.

Staff voted 44 per cent yes and 56 per cent no.

“We had 100 per cent of the ballots returned and the results were that we decided not to move forward with a balanced calendar at this time.

I want to acknowledge our committee for their work with this, which was risky and controversial.”

But Gibson said while the results of the vote weren’t what she had hoped, what came out of the whole process of inquiry has had a positive effect on the entire school community.

“There are lots of positive things that have happened, so it’s not about whether it goes through or not, it’s about getting a community like ours to participate in an educational conversation about what’s good for kids.

“Parent involvement is really huge, that speaks to any kind of educational change, the first step is just getting people involved — we spend a lot of time with our parents in terms of their education experience, to develop that whole trust, to let them know that we have your child’s best interest at heart and we care about you as a family. It takes time and it takes walking the talk.

“This has been an engagement of the school community. Parents had a voice, and one of the important things is to change the mindset of parents who perhaps might not have had a positive experience themselves when they were at school.”

Gibson said the school is now looking at ways of keeping the idea of a balanced calendar in the forefront.

“The difference in votes is not such a distance that we couldn’t think about doing a dual track so right now I’m done but I’d really like to pursue that.

“As enrolments decline, could this be a school of choice — I don’t know what the board is deciding but I would like to have a conversation with the board outside of a public meeting.”

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Communities rally for Variety Morning Star Staff

Generous donors tuned in to the ninth annual Variety Children’s Radiothon on 107.5 Kiss-FM and helped Variety – The Children’s Charity raise $22,874, showing how strong an emphasis the community places on supporting one another.

The funds raised over the two-day event Wednesday and Thursday will provide much needed support to families with children who have special needs in Vernon and surrounding communities.

Examples of the type of assistance Variety has given to families in the past include tutoring for learning disabilities, physiotherapy, medication and travel and accommodation costs for children receiving specialized treatment at out-of-community hospitals.

“Once again, Vernon and other communities in the North Okanagan have come forward to show their neighbours they’re not alone,” said Bernice Scholten, executive director at Variety.

“Families tell us that Variety helps to alleviate the stress that comes with worrying over how to manage the bills,

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allowing them to focus on their child’s needs.

We can only do what we do because of our donors, and to them we say ‘Thank You.’” Vernon’s Katia Zaretaski was one of those donors.

The Grade 5 student at Alexis Park Elementary School rallied her classmates to help with a bottle drive, and with a matching donation from the school’s PAC, raised $154.30 for the radiothon.

She then topped it up with a personal donation of $110, col-

lected from her birthday party and paper route money.

Katia has been doing whatever she can to help others since she was five, and has a strong understanding of the fear that surrounds an emergency health scare. Two years ago she was rushed to hospital in Vancouver with a severe case of pneumonia.

Having her parents by her side during the three-week ordeal made all the difference in the world, and she wants to continue to help other children in a

similar situation.

Variety would like to thank its generous sponsors including 107.5 Kiss-FM, Telus, Kal Tire, The Jammery, Surg-Med, Vernon Morning Star, Bannister Honda and Bannister GM Vernon.

Variety raises funds throughout the year and is happy to assist individuals or groups wanting to make a significant impact in their communities.

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Vernon man settles for final four JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff

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“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

That Dr. Seuss quote perfectly sums up Vernon’s Griffon Burton’s thoughts after being shut out of the ET Canada co-host contest Wednesday night.

“At the end of the day I accomplished something that not many people said they had,” said the 21-year-old who made it to the final four to become co-host for a day on ET Canada.

“I was presented with this opportunity to go out and follow my dreams and I did. Thank you to who ever voted for a local boy to chase his dreams of stardom.”

Making it to the final four granted Burton the chance to work with ET’s Roz Weston.

“Roz Weston is an amazing person, I can not say enough good about him,” said Burton. “For what he has done for me is nothing I have ever received before. This man is a truly great person with a big heart. I loved everyone as they were all so talented.”

Burton, a Wal-Mart photographer, is grateful he pushed his comfort zone, which earned him the opportunity.

He reminds others: “No matter who you or where you are, you are amazing.”

Moving forward, Burton isn’t sure what his future holds, but for the time being he plans to stick

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A Vernon resident is the new president of the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board.

Darcy Griffiths, with Remax, was recently elected president of OMREB, which serves more than 1,000 realtors from Peachland to the Shuswap.

“I will continue to help raise the profile of our board locally and within the province while working with governments and other

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Even the top police officer in the North Okanagan has scams aimed at him.

Supt. Reg Burgess, on Thursday, received an e-mail purported to be from the Canada Revenue Agency stating that the agency “identified an error in the calculation of your tax from the last payment...”

The e-mail said Burgess had to create an account “after which the funds will be credited to your specified bank account.”

Canada Revenue Agency does not operate in this manner.

“It just goes to show that everyone is a target to this type of deceit in attempts to get your personal information so they can relieve you of your money, or, worse, your identity,” said VernonNorth Okanagan RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk.

There are several reports that the same e-mail has surfaced with several seniors in the Armstrong area as well.

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SASKATCHEWAN - I hear the distant thunder of galloping horses. What a beautiful sound.

George Gaber, owner and operator of La Reata Ranch, had disappeared on his ATV over the steep hill that backdrops the cookhouse, off to round-up the herd of 24 quarter horses that roam freely over the ranch’s 5,000 acres.

Guests who had gathered at the corral with their hats, chaps and saddle bags, were chattering excitedly in anticipation of the day’s ride ahead. Then all went silent as we hear the beating of hooves and see a rising cloud of dust. The herd comes into view, winding its way down a hillside trail and into the corral in a practiced routine. Some whinny joyfully, shaking their heads and kicking up their hind feet playfully.

I brush and saddle a young Buckskin gelding named Levi – thinking how good it will feel to be back in the saddle. I had spent much of my working youth on the back of a horse, and now here I was back in cowboy country, set to ride out through the rolling grey-green ranchlands that hedged Lake Diefenbaker in southwest Saskatchewan.

It is a beautiful ride through the undulating grasslands that stretch as far as the eye can see. Though we often think of Saskatchewan as being tediously flat, the scenery here is varied and splendid, a mixture of open range, coulees, canyons, river hills and the sandy beaches that skirt the lake. Purple crocus sprout from the hillsides, and flowering pink cactus dot the prairie.

La Reata is a working cattle ranch nestled in the Saskatchewan River valley, a cow-calf operation of about 100 pairs, mostly Black Angus. Guests are treated to a true hands-on experience and are expected to groom and saddle their own

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Guests can enjoy lunch and cowboy coffee boiled over an open fire. horses, take part in the daily chores, lend a hand to repair fences, check and move cattle, and even, in spring, help with the gathering and branding of the herd.

The ride itself is more than your usual nose to tail affair. I trot along up front beside Gaber, a German by birth who left his family farm to come to Canada in 1996, intent on living out his lifelong cowboy dreams.

I ask George about the vision he has been able to attain here at La Reata. “It’s simple,” he says, with a grin as wide as the prairie sky. “I was just born to do this.”

He is a fun-loving cowpoke, who allows his visitors to feel at home, and to live the cowboy life for a brief moment.

It’s not all work here either. We ride down into a wide draw and tie our horses to a bramble of stunted maple. Here we enjoy a lunch prepared by the cook, and boil coffee in a billy pot over the fire.

Satisfied, we lie out under the warm sun for a brief nap.

While our morning ride had followed the man-made Lake Diefenbaker, which is part of the South Saskatchewan River, our afternoon ride back to the ranch follows the ridgeline, so we approach the orderly ranch buildings from above. The layout is reminiscent of a scene from an old western movie. Surrounding a little pond are the guest chalets and a saloon.

The communal kitchen and dining area are built up on a hill, while the corral and tack shed are below.

The picturesque ranch can accommodate up to 20 people. The operation has been entertaining city folks from across Europe and North America since it opened in 1996.

In the evening, there is a game of horseshoes and a roping competition. George led me to the signature La Reata Ranch Saloon, a fun little building where guests gather in the evening to swap tall tales or play a game of pool. Many are regular visitors to the ranch and I was surprised how eagerly they boasted about the place.

Visitors can dance to country music or sit in the hot tub under the stars.

For those that wish to try something different, you can walk down to the lake for swimming, boating, canoeing and fishing. There are plenty of hiking trails in the surrounding hills where you might catch a glimpse of the local wildlife; deer, coyote, fox, owls, golden eagles and pelicans.

As the sun began to set, the landscape began to transition into a new world. The reddish sky brought out a light green hue throughout the contours of the surrounding hills. I decided to clamber up the nearby hill to sit meditatively beneath the canopy of stars.

A gentle, warm breeze and the vibrant light show overhead offered a perfect end to a wonderful day.

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Ted and Lil Clair (Tanner) first met in Vancouver at Lord Selkirk School when they were 12 and 14 years old. They married March 7, 1949 when they were 22 and 24.

They lived in Richmond, B.C. until 1965 when they moved the family to Vernon,

bought a home and a 15-acre parcel of land in the North BX and raised their large family.

Last weekend they celebrated their 65th anniversary by attending the Brier in Kamloops to cheer on the Okanagan’s own Morris team.

“It is with great love, pride and respect that we toast our parents who have created a lifetime of special memories and touched so many hearts with their love,” said their family.

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As many as 50 per cent of Canadians with dementia are not diagnosed early enough. And that means many Vernon residents living with dementia are losing precious time when care and support can make a tremendous difference in their quality of life, says Carly Gronlund, support and education coordinator for the Alzheimer Society of B.C. for Vernon and the North and Central Okanagan.

An early diagnosis can also avert unnecessary crises for their families, she adds.

There’s a growing urgency to the message, as more than 70,000 British Columbians already live with Alzheimer’s or another dementia — a number that is set to double within the next 25 years as baby boomers age. And almost three-quarters of Canadians know someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.

“A diagnosis of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease can be devastating, but it can also bring relief,” says Gronlund. “Early diagnosis keeps your life from unravelling.”

Some people with dementia believe that very little can be done for them. Yet early diagnosis can bring a measure of relief and help them take control of their lives.

“Support after diagnosis helps them gain perspective on their circumstances, fears, beliefs.”

Earlier diagnosis also opens the door to important local information, resources and support through

dementia focus on their abilities to remain independent in their homes and communities longer.

With early diagnosis, people can access medications that, although not effective for everyone, have the greatest impact when taken early.

“On a practical level, an early diagnosis gives someone the chance to explain the changes happening in their life to family and friends and allows families to plan ahead,” says Gronlund.

Seeing a doctor for diagnosis can also rule out other treatable conditions, such as thyroid disease, infections, and side effects of medications, which sometime mimic dementia symptoms or behaviours.

Fear and stigma continue to be huge barriers to seeking help. In a recent Nanos survey, 60 per cent of Canadians polled said it would be harder to disclose if they, or someone close to them, had Alzheimer’s disease compared with other diseases because of the social stigma associated with mental health issues.

The society is working to break down those barriers, through a variety of local programs and services.

A support and information group, for example, serves as a forum for sharing practical tips and strategies for coping with the disease. It helps create support and friendship with others whose lives are affected by dementia.

For more information contact Gronlund at 250-860-0305 (toll-free 1-800-634-3399) or cgronlund@ alzheimerbc.org

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Gordon and Doreen Ellinson married March 21, 1953. They are celebrating 61 wonderful years of marriage this year.

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Retailer rallies for sustainability Morning Star Staff

A Vernon-based retailer has been recognized for leading sustainability standards.

Nature’s Fare Markets has become Canada’s first retailer to receive B Corp certification from B Lab. “We are beyond excited,” said Alexa Monahan, whose family owns Nature’s Fare, which sells vitamins, supplements and organic goods.

B Corp certification is a third party certification that recognizes sustainable business practices. Certification comes from B Lab, a non-profit organization dedicated to using the power of business to solve social and environmental issues.

“B Corp certification is to good business like fair trade is to coffee, and we are proud to be a member of this growing global movement,” said Monahan.

“I think it’s pretty neat that a local company from our town has become the very first retailer in Canada, in any sector, to achieve B Corp status.”

To earn B Corp Certification, Nature’s Fare had to complete an intense impact assessment, which measured the company’s actions against rigorous environmental and social standards.

Additionally, B Certification required Nature’s Fare to amend its legal incorporation statements to include commitments to key stakeholders like the environment, employees, consumers and communities.

“We have already made some progressive changes to reduce our environmental impact, and we are very active in our communities,” said Claire Volpatti, Nature’s Fare human resources director, “However, by working through the impact assessment, we were inspired to expand our efforts and formalize more of our initiatives.”

This is not the first time that Nature’s Fare

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Shaun Daniels (left), Nature’s Fare Markets general manager, Alexa Monahan, marketing director, Brenton MacKenzie, purchaser, and Chisa Rosa, vitamins rep, are excited by the company’s B Corp certification. has been recognized for its activities.

It has won the Brock Elliot memorial award for excellence in retailing four times.

Monahan is hopeful other North Okanagan businesses will follow the lead of Nature’s Fare.

“We are on a mission to inspire other companies to look into what they can do to become B Corps too,” she said.

“We passionately believe that businesses must benefit society rather than take from it, and I want to motivate other businesses in

our community to better themselves for the benefit of the environment, their employees, and the community. I’m eager to share this message with the people in Vernon.”

Nature’s Fare is headquartered in Vernon and it has six retail locations across B.C.

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The City of Vernon is working in partnership with a variety of agencies to facilitate the employment and akills training demand to 2020 study.

This is the Okanagan’s first labour force analysis and forecast.

“As one component of this study, R.A. Malatest and Associates is collecting labour market information between January and March by way of one-on-one survey interviews with more than HR managers from a cross-section of sectors through-

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out the Okanagan,” said Kevin Poole, Vernon’s economic development manager.

“The purpose of the survey is to establish an employment baseline and labour needs of the Okanagan. The information will be used to forecast demand and supply of labour in the region from 2015 through 2019.”

Poole said that the information gathered will help local government and other agencies understand labour market trends, help inform policies and programs to respond to labour market gaps,

and plan for education and skills training over the next five years.

For those HR managers that complete the survey, they may also enter their name in a draw for a chance to win one of two prizes: n Return flights from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver, one night accommodation and two tickets to a 2013/14 Canucks season game n A spa package at Sparkling Hill Resort in Vernon.

For questions about the survey, contact Corie Griffiths at 250-469-6283 or cgriffiths@investkelowna.com.

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Organized by the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Vernon Association, Business After 5 events are held the third Tuesday of the month.

Each month, a different local business opens up its doors from 5 to 7 p.m. and provides an atmosphere for networking.

The cost is $5 for chamber and DVA members and $15 for non-members.

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If you are interested in hosting a Business After 5 event, contact the chamber at 250.545.0771 or events@vernonchamber.ca.

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Construction starts climb Morning Star Staff

Housing construction is on the upswing in the North Okanagan.

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation reports there were 14 housing starts in the Vernon area in February, up from seven during the same month in 2013.

Of the 14 starts, 13 were single-detached units and there was one multiple unit.

“Higher levels of new home construction in 2014 are supported by lower inventories of new, completed and unabsorbed homes,” said Paul Fabri,

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“Rising sales of existing homes coupled with fewer active listings have also contributed to increased demand for new homes.”

Year-to-date in Vernon, there have been 22 housing starts, down from 31 during the first two months of 2013.

Housing starts in Kelowna were at 82 units in February compared to 50 during the same month in 2013. There were 99 units in Kamloops (six in 2013) and 14 in Prince George (seven in 2013).

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Telus has purchased an Okanagan company that will increase its reach into health care technology services.

Kelowna-based Med Access provides electronic medical record services to 2,000 specialty and general practice physicians in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario.

Telus is not disclosing the financial terms of the deal, but says the acquisition of Med Access will fit into a growing portfolio of investments.

Paul Lepage Over the past six years, Telus Health has invested more than $1 billion in health care technology development, including the acquisitions of EMR providers

Wolf Medical Systems in Western Canada, PS Suite in Ontario and KinLogix in Quebec.

“EMRs are the cornerstone of emerging technologies, helping healthcare providers enhance patient care through better collaboration, cost management and workflow benefits. These technologies hold significant promise to reduce wait times and ultimately produce better health outcomes for Canadians,” said Paul Lepage, Telus Health president.

“We believe that connecting health care providers together and with their patients is a natural extension of our core business of connecting millions of Canadians with the people and information that matters most to them.”

Telus Health plans to integrate Med Access’s eReferral platform across all of its EMR offerings, while continuing to support the Med Access EMR platform.

Therapist program gets accredited Morning Star Staff

The quality and reputation of the Okanagan College therapist assistant program has been recognized nationally.

It has received accreditation from the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assist ant E duc at ion Accreditation Program.

Therapist assistants are trained to work in the rehabilitation field alongside both occupational therapists and physiotherapists.

“It took two years to go through the process,” said program instructor Siri Marken, who guided the department

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through accreditation.

“It was definitely a lot of work but there are so many positives.

It shone a light on the program and increased the level of understanding of what we do.

“The college gets nationwide recognition, students have a more valuable credential, and employers have reason for even greater confidence in our practicum students and graduates,

knowing we adhere to national competencies.”

OC’s therapist assistant program was the first of its kind in Canada when it launched as a one-year certificate in 1990, transforming into a two-year diploma in 2005.

It was one of the first programs to pursue and achieve accreditation, joining only five other institutions to have successfully completed the process.

Each year, a full intake of 36 students begins studies at the college’s Kelowna campus.

Graduates have historically achieved strong employment rates.

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Vipers validate Game 1 hype TYLER LOWEY

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Things that never lived up to their hype: the Hangover 2, green ketchup and this season’s Canucks.

The Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees B.C. Hockey League playoff series has already lived up to its expectations.

The highly anticipated battle between the Interior Division rivals has already delivered after Game 1. Vernon won a wild one 4-3 against the Friday night before 2,075 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre.

This marks the first time the two clubs have duked it out in the playoffs since 2010.

Penticton definitely played the better game for 50 minutes. The Vipers struck early in the second scoring three goals in under five minutes.

“It wasn’t our best game by any means but in the playoffs you’ll take them any way you can get them,” said Vipers’ head coach Jason Williamson.

The Vees started the series with a bang.

Just 30 seconds in, Ben Dalpe came streaking down the middle of the ice on an oddman rush and burned Vipers goalie Austin Smith up high. It was Dalpe’s first of the playoffs.

Smith seemed to have a late reaction time to the shot as the puck may have glanced off his own defencemen’s stick.

The Vees were flying after that. They were darting through the neutral zone with ease.

“I thought we came out tentative tonight,” said Williamson. “Obviously we didn’t get the start we wanted.”

There seemed to be confusion or lack of detail during the Vipers’ line changes.

Several times they were caught scrambling back into position and they took a pair of too many men penalties.

The Vipers made it to the intermission trailing by one while being outshot 8-3.

“During the intermission we talked about

being more physical and having a more aggressive forecheck,” said Vipers captain Ryan Renz.

The Vipers came out of the intermission like a hurricane.

They tied it up before the ice had a chance to dry.

Defencemen Dylan Chanter unloaded a bomb from the point. 26 seconds in, from Riley Guenther and Colton Sparrow.

Just as they were announcing the first goal, the Vipers were at it again. Mason Blacklock and Renz cycled down low when they found Liam Coughlin who sniped his third of the postseason.

The Vipers’ plan to apply more pressure on the forecheck paid off when Michael McNicholas blocked an attempted clearing shot and had all day in front of the net. McNicholas patiently waited for Vees’ netminder Olivier Mantha to go EMANUEL SEQUEIRA/BLACK PRESS down before burying the Vipers’ third goal in under five minutes. Viper captain Ryan Renz trips up Eric Benoit of the Vees in front of Vernon goalie Austin Smith in B.C. Hockey The building was silent, cow League playoff action Friday night at the South Okanagan Events Centre. bells and all.

Vees within one to start the third with his Once again Smith was there to bail the The third Vipers goal was curtains for seventh of the playoffs. snakes out with a big-time blocker save, his Mantha. The Vees’ have been successfully “I thought we were going to build off that best of the night. operating with a two goalie tandem through- momentum,” said McClure.

The game got cranked up to 11 decibels out the regular season and playoffs. Hunter The Vipers did a great job countering the in the final minutes. The Vees got within one Miska has had identical numbers to Mantha. Vees all night long. Shortly after McClure’s with less than four minutes remaining.

Penticton came out of the broadcast time- goal, Sparrow showed flashes of Paul Karyia Max Coatta got his first of the playoffs out onto a powerplay and look revitalized. from the 2002 Olympics. on a fanned one-timer in front of the net. It Smith was under barrage once again. The With a loose stick crawling around his turned the SOEC into a madhouse for the Vees worked the puck down low and found ankles, Sparrow was able to waltz around remaining minutes. guys open in the slot. They came flying two defenders and Miska leaving himself a The Vees definitely had their chances down the wing with tremendous speed test- yawning cage. It was 4-2 Vipers with 15:40 to late, just missing on a cross-crease pass that ing Smith up high, but he stood his ground. go. The Vees would not go away easily. would have been a lay-up for the tie.

Smith was the first star with 27 saves.

The Vipers looked to put the game away Game 2 went Sunday night at the SOEC. Vees captain Brad McClure lived up to his but a wide shot on a 2-on-1 rush gave the Games 3 and 4 will go at Kal Tire Place at Captain Clutch nickname by bringing the Vees a 2-on-1 of their own.

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Zalewski leaves RPI for Canuck contract KEVIN MITCHELL Sports Editor

Vernon Vipers’ grad Mike Zalewski is a member of the Vancouver Canucks.

Zalewski, who turns 22 in August, will join the Canucks on their current road trip, which goes through Florida and Tampa Bay. He signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the NHL team. He left the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)

Engineers of Troy, N.Y. early after pocketing 26 points (9-1726) in 35 games this season.

“It was really tough trying to decide whether to leave school or not,” Zalewski told The Morning Star, Friday afternoon, 20 minutes before the Canucks officially made the announcement. “I felt like it was an opportunity I was ready for; I’m ready to make that next step. I’ll be heading out to spend the rest of the season in Vancouver.”

The 6-foot-2, 210-pound forward finished tied for first with RPI in shorthanded goals with two. In 75 career NCAA

games, Zalewski compiled 21 goals and 47 points, and 75 penalty minutes.

Zalewski is the second RPI forward this week to leave school early after Ryan Haggerty signed with the New York Rangers onWednesday.

Prior to joining RPI, the New Hartford, N.Y., product played two seasons with the Vipers, where he was an assistant captain and led the team in scoring in the 2011-12 season with 75 points (38-37-75) in 60 games.

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Vernon’s Connie Kapak won all all of her races at the B.C. Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Burnaby last weekend.

The 14-year-old won her fourth straight provincial title in a field of eight.

She ends the season with the Westerns, March 28-30, in Lethbridge.

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They advise the Regional Board on policy changes relating to planning issues and their possible impact on the Electoral Areas. The APC consider land use issues, the preparation and adoption of official community plans and proposed bylaws or permits.

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Coyotes oust Knights Morning Star Staff

The North Okanagan Knights rode off into the sunset Thursday night as their playoffs came to an end at the Osoyoos Sun Bowl.

The Coyotes stopped the Knights 7-4 to take the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League.

Okanagan/Shuswap Division final series 4-1.

It was a rematch of last year’s conference final which was won by North Okanagan.

“We just simply ran out of gas,” said Knights’ head coach Shawn Webb.

The Knights went to Game 7 in the previous round against the Summerland Steam. The Coyotes took care of business in four games against the Kelowna Chiefs.

“Very proud of my guys. There were many chances to pack it in and they refused,” said Webb.

The Knights were trying to rebound from a 10-0 spanking in Game 4 and they were up 2-1 after one period and tied 4-4 after 40 minutes.

The Knights went 3-for-4 on the powerplay with captain T.J. Christensen recording a deuce and Matt Halvorson a single. Graduating forward Tanner Burns scored to level the score with 64 seconds left in the second period. Colin Chelmka put Osoyoos

in front 5-4 just 13 seconds later.

Luc Gradisar, Aaron Azevedo, Rory Neary, Troy Maclise, Rainer Glimpel and Colten Braid also supplied snipes for the Coyotes. Azevedo has eight goals and 17 points, while Neary has seven goals and 15 points.

Lawrence Langan backed up his Game 4 shutout with 24 saves, while Zach Dyment made 39 saves for the Knights.

Osoyoos is primed for a conference title series with top-ranked Kamloops Storm. Both teams have only dropped one game this postseason.

As for the Knights, there will be a lot of overturn on a fairly young roster. They also lose 20-year-olds Christensen and Blake Culbert. Several Knights have received invites to BCHL camps and tryouts.

Added Webb: “We want kids to move through the program. We want to develop and prepare hockey players for the next level.”

Meanwhile, Viper affiliate Dallas Calvin and former Viper Ryan Edwards each scored twice as the Beaver Valley Nitehawks stopped the Nelson Leafs 6-2 before 500 fans Friday night in Fruitvale.

Beaver Valley took the series in six games and will play the winner of Kimberley-Creston Valley.

Shamrocks open camp tonight Morning Star Star

The Armstrong Shamrocks open their senior C lacrosse training camp tonight at the Hassen Memorial Arena (8:30-10:00) The 2014 season will once again feature a threeteam league with defending Shaw Cup champion Kelowna Raiders, and last season’s regular-season winning Kamloops Rattlers.

The Vernon Tigers who were unable to field a team last year, will not be back again this year.”

“It’s disappointing that Vernon will not be in the league,” said Chad Pieper of the Rocks. “it really

comes down to the lack of players. With all of the high-paying jobs up north, it’s tough to keep our young players at home. All of our teams in the league have struggled with it the past few years.”

The Shamrocks have added former Vernon Junior Tigers Rob Rintoul and Tyler Plante, who are both back working in the area.

“We will also have former Tiger and Vernon Viper standout Rob Short helping with the organization while he continues to rehab from the hockey injury he suffered last October.”

The season starts in April.

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The VSS Panthers’ season ended on a high Saturday morning at the Telus Senior AAA Boys Basketball Championships in Langley, with a 71-56 victory over the Wellington Wildcats of Nanaimo for seventh.

“It was a fitting way to end our season. We have had a lot of fun and played some outstanding basketball this year,” said VSS head coach Glenn Garvie.

The No. 6 Panthers were upset in the quarterfinals by the No. 14 Charles Hays Rainmakers of Prince Rupert 71-57 Thursday afternoon.

Six-foot-9 big man Justin McChesney was like a bottle of Windex on Thursday he was all over the glass, hauling WILSON WONG PHOTO down 24 rebounds.

John Garvie of the VSS Panthers takes it to the hoop against Anthony Demch of the RA McMath Wildcats.

The Rainmakers have Rainmakers, while Ty Thomas John Garvie has been a Chris Inscho took home playbeen steam rolling everything rock in the Panthers’ offence er of the game honours with a was a perfect 2-for-2 from in sight at the Langley Events all season. He averaged well game-high 23 points. downtown.

Centre. over 20 points in the playoffs Pepper finished his season Friday saw the Panthers Charles Hays took on St. and was 9-for-20 from the with 13 against the Wildcats. take on the No. 2 Sir Charles Thomas More Knights of floor with 28 points.

The Panthers went 35-8, Tupper Tigers of Vancouver.

Burnaby in the provincial Mitchell Pepper erupted winning tournaments in the Despite a courageous final on Saturday. for 22 points in only eight Lower Mainland, and valattempt at a comeback, the John Garvie was the leadminutes against the Tigers. leys. Four players return: 15-point deficit under three ing scorer for the Panthers The Cats used their entire Zac Kronbauer, Ty Thomas, minutes to go was insurwith 23 points against the bench Saturday morning.

Spencer Shaw and Garvie. mountable.

Zalewski thankful to college coaches Continued from A17

He collected six goals and in 23 playoff games in 2010-11 to help the Vipers win the Mowat Cup and Doyle Cup and also reach the Royal Bank Cup final in Camrose, Alta. He managed a dozen goals in his rookie season in Vernon.

“Two years is quick,” said Vipers’ head coach Jason Williamson.

“He was that prototypical power forward. He had some high-end skill and for his size, he had the hands. He was very confident and determined. I’m really happy for him.”

Zalewski said he discussed options with his family and agents.

“My agent (Brian Bartlett and Steve Bartlett represent Zalewski) did the talking

with the Canucks and I spoke to their assistant GM Lorne Henning. He said, ‘Welcome and we’re excited about this opportunity.’ It’s been a stressful two days. It’s been good Mike Zalewski stress and I’m very excited.”

A business administration student, Zalewski helped the Engineers place seventh in the ECAC this season, at 8-9-5.

Ex-Vipers Connor and Kellen Jones twins, who are seniors, boosted the Quinnipiac Bobcats to third spot at 12-6-4.

“We are thrilled to see Mike earn his lifelong dream of signing an NHL contract

going directly from RPI to the NHL,” said RPI head coach Seth Appert, on the team’s website.

“His work ethic has helped him develop into a power forward in his two years at RPI. He is a great teammate and will be missed, but we are excited to watch him with the Vancouver Canucks.”

Zalewski, a left shot, gives major props to Appert and assistants Bryan Vines and BCHL grad Nolan Graham (Nanaimo/ Chilliwack) “It was great at RPI. My time there was awesome and it was a very good spot for me to develop into the power forward I am today. I’m very thankful to the coaches, who gave me every opportunity to develop. I was on the first line, powerplay, penalty kill.”

Big amateur fight card for Vernon Morning Star Staff

It will be a three-day fiesta of fights starting Friday night at the Verrnon Rec Centre.

A total of 90 boxers will be bobbing and weaving in a B.C. vs Alberta amateur showdown which also features cards Saturday at 1 and 7 p.m.

“This could be one of the biggest boxing events in years,” said Tony Stamboulieh, head coach of Counter Punch Boxing

Club and President of Boxing B.C. Tony Stamboulieh.

Male and female boxers 11 and up, along with Canadian champions, are confirmed. Both Vernon boxing clubs will be showcasing their talents.

Boxing B.C. is governed by Boxing Canada and the International Amateur Boxing Association. All coaches working within Boxing B.C. are NCCP qualified.

“Amateur boxing is an Olympic sport

that is highly regulated with an emphasis on safety first for the boxers,” said Stamboulieh. “That is the route for all Olympic dreams in amateur boxing. It is also an excellent way for people of all ages to stay in shape. Families can do it together. It is fun, healthy and it is ‘The Noble Art of self-defence.’”

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Kalavida Flyers 3 - Logan Massie 2+1, Ryan Scheidt. Goalie: Jordan Vallance 22 saves.

OTR 3-ON-3 March 11 Games Game 1 Team Jones 26 – Devin Jones 7+5, Mat Lambert 7+5, Will Besler 4+4, Curtis Gobbett 3+3, Laird Fawcett 2+2, Jordan Jones 3. Goalie: Kasmer Boudreau Camo Toe 10 – Jorden Dewing 7+2, Chris Tapper 3+3+2. Goalie: Corey Petty Game 2 Beavers 10 – Aaron Benjamanson 3+1, Brandon Rysen 3+1, Chris Martin 2+1, Brennan Martin 1+2. Goalie: Liam McConie Whalers 6 – Brad Schwartz 3, Dave Pope 2+1. Goalie: Jon Graham

ATHLETICS - The Kal RATS (Running & Triathlon Sports) AGM goes Monday, March 17 at 7 p.m., upstairs at Alexander’s Beach Pub. The positions of president and treasurer are up for re-election.

BOXING - The CounterPunch Boxing Club (member club of Boxing B.C.) is operating at BreakAway Fitness. Competitive and recreational boxing offered for men, women and children. Head coach is Tony Stamboulieh (250-260-1082).

BOXING - The Vernon Boxing Club trains from 5-8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday nights, and Saturdays from noon-2 p.m. in the basement of Priest Valley Gym. Kickboxing sessions go Wednesday and Friday nights from 7-9. Open training Saturdays at 1 p.m. The club welcomes new members, male and female, 11 years and older.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU - Classes Mon-Sat with adult, women’s and kids programs available at ShuswapNorth Okanagan Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Call head instructor Mario Deveault at 250-804-9262.

CYCLING - The North Okanagan Cycling Society AGM goes Wednesday, March 19, 7 p.m., at the Village Green Mall. Volunteers needed to motivate mountain bikes to lead events and trail projects.

FASTBALL - Fastball umpires needed for the upcoming season. The Vernon Umpires Association will be hosting a clinic on Saturday, April 5 at the Winter Carnival office for new and returning umpires. Registration is done online this year. Contact Mike Moorlag at 250.558.8493 or whats.ump@ gmail.com.

LACROSSE - North Okanagan minor lacrosse accepting registrations. New players will pay half price (contact Chris Collard 250-938-1770 to register in this case). Registrations received after March 15 may be placed on a wait list. Visit www.legendslax. ca.

LADIES SLO-PITCH - Registration for the 2014 Ladies Intermediate/Comp spring season is now open. Looking for teams or individuals. Email: vernon.ladies.slopitch@gmail.com or call Michelle at 250-542-0890. Fees for the spring will be $500 per team. League runs April 17-June 26 Wednesday nights. No weekend commitments. SPN rules.

SLO-PITCH - Registration for the 2014 Vernon Mixed Slo-Pitch League’s spring season is now open. Check out Vernon Mixed Slo Pitch League on Facebook or email vernonmixedslopitch@gmail. com. Fees for the spring season will be $850 per team. The Vernon Mixed Slo Pitch League is a coed, 10-up league, sanctioned by Slo-Pitch National.

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Serving pizza for 25 years has earned Jim’s Place a prestigious title – Vernon’s Best Pizza.

Online votes were collected for a month through The Morning Star contest which featured seven local restaurants and pizzerias.

Although all equally tasty, Jim’s Place came out a slice above the competition, which included: Casa De Mario’s Pizzaria and Donair, The Longhorn Pub, Panago, Monashee’s Bar and Grill, Billy D’s Family Restaurant and the Italian Kitchen Pizzeria.

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Jim’s Place owners Lorne Beckett (left) and John Green are proud to serve up Vernon’s Best Pizza, as voted by Morning Star readers.

Pizza just for voting.

“I think we’re the longest surviving non-chain restaurant,” said Lorne Beckett of the 25-yearold business which he bought off Jim Galanis two years after the first pie was served.

Partner John Green adds: “KT’s was but they changed their name (now Billy D’s).”

While some pizza restaurants have moved to a conveyer oven, Jim’s still believes in the “old school” slate ovens.

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Fresh ingredients are also an important staple to the product.

“All our dough is made in house,” said Beckett, a former chef from Vancouver who runs the business with his wife Jennifer and Green, who joined the partnership four years ago.

Nine staff members work in the restaurant near the top of hospital hill in Vernon (1600 32nd St.), including their long-serving cook, Aaron Therrien.

“We’ve had this guy cooking pizza for 15 years,” said Beckett.

The current location, which they own, has served the business well, since moving from 30th Street 10 years ago.

“It’s a great summer time location,” said Green. “The army camp is huge for us.”

The addition of icecream at the former drive-thru, plus the popular pizza by the slice and additional favourites have also served them well.

“It’s shown a real steady increase in the last four years,” said Green.

Although the restaurant is true to its roots of old-school cooking and quality, fresh ingredients, it has also adapted

to changing times.

Gluten-free and vegan crust options have proven popular, as well as a new online presence.

“We just started online ordering about a month ago and it’s been really good,” said Green.

A bigger social media presence has also drawn attention, although Beckett admits it’s been a challenge for him.

“I’m old-school, I can barely type,” he smiles.

But he enjoys paying some of their success back to customers through such avenues as pizza giveaway every Friday.

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$50 cash will be given to the contestant who picks the most winners/losers. In the case of a tie, the person who guesses closest to the total points scored in the Saturday night tie breaker game wins. If still a tie, prize money will be split. All entrants must use the offi cial entry form on this page. Limit 3 entries per family. Decision of the judges will be final. All entries become property of The Morning Star. REMEMBER: ENTRANTS MUST ENTER THE NAME OF THE ADVERTISER FOR BOTH THE WINNING AND LOSING TEAMS. ENTRIES CONTAINING TEAM NAMES WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Mail or bring your entry to The Morning Star, 4407 - 25 Ave., Vernon before 5 pm, Friday, Mar. 21, 2014.

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“The parade starts at 11 a.m. at the Oyama General Store and finishes at Oyama Traditional School.”

The afternoon kicks off with children’s field games, historical displays, a children’s pavilion, the Firemen’s Burger Burn, the Bake Shoppe Tea Room, a farmers market, a legion open house and many more activities.

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“We are also working with the Lake Country Museum on a historical display and legacy project to celebrate the 100th year of the association.”

A highlight of the year for the community is always Oyama Fun Day, which is organized by the club.

Festivities this year will take place June 1.

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resource that is utilized for many public gatherings such as meetings, art shows, concerts, funerals, sports and youth and senior activities,” said president Deb Butler.

Club volunteers are also responsible for the care and maintenance of the Oyama cemetery, the Oyama ball field and the buildings that are home to the Royal Canadian Legion and the library.

“We are excited to be working in partnership with Central Okanagan Community Gardens to bring a community garden to the neighborhood this spring,” said Butler.

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Even after 100 years, the Oyama Community Club continues to ensure the needs of residents are addressed.

The club, which was established in 1914, is run by volunteers and they operate the community hall on the Deb Butler isthmus.

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of British Columbia); n Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia; n Making a Will and Estate Planning (Canadian Bar Association – British Columbia Branch); n B.C. Notaries; n Leave a Legacy; n Access Pro Bono Wills Clinic; n Wills and Estates (People’s Law School); n Wills Registry (Vital Statistics Agency – Ministry of Health) and; n Self-Counsel Press.

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Culos and his many colleagues in the Wills, Trusts and Estates sub-section (who meet monthly in Kelowna) can attest to the delays, additional costs and increased stress for those loved ones left to deal with an estate where there is no will, or where the will is old.

The public is encouraged to have a look at the government website, http://www.ag.gov. bc.ca/make-a-will/.

This website has links to a variety of resources including: n Wills and Estate Planning (Government

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Everybody in the province should have a will.

The B.C. ministry of justice has proclaimed March 31 to April 6 Make a Will Week in the province, and everyone is encouraged to make a will or update wills already done up.

“People who don’t make a will lose the opportunity to choose their beneficiaries,” said Vernon lawyer Rob Culos, president of the Vernon Bar Association and a member of the Wills, Trusts and Estates sub-section of

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the Canadian Bar Association (B.C. branch) “B.C. legislation (the Estate Administration Act) will decide who their heirs will be.”

Culos also pointed out that the taxman might come out ahead for those who have no wills.

“Estate planning can include the legitimate avoidance of probate fee,” he said.

“The cost of a proper estate plan (which can include a will, a Power of Attorney and a Representation Agreement) is often less than the tax savings upon death.”

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$50 cash will be given to the contestant who picks the most winners/losers. In the case of a tie, the person who guesses closest to the total points scored in the Saturday night tie breaker game wins. If still a tie, prize money will be split. All entrants must use the offi cial entry form on this page. Limit 3 entries per family. Decision of the judges will be final. All entries become property of The Morning Star. REMEMBER: ENTRANTS MUST ENTER THE NAME OF THE ADVERTISER FOR BOTH THE WINNING AND LOSING TEAMS. ENTRIES CONTAINING TEAM NAMES WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Mail or bring your entry to The Morning Star, 4407 - 25 Ave., Vernon before 5 pm, Friday, Mar. 21, 2014.

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“The parade starts at 11 a.m. at the Oyama General Store and finishes at Oyama Traditional School.”

The afternoon kicks off with children’s field games, historical displays, a children’s pavilion, the Firemen’s Burger Burn, the Bake Shoppe Tea Room, a farmers market, a legion open house and many more activities.

For more information or to participate in the parade, entertainment, farmers market or displays, contact Butler at 250-5483255 or debbutler@shaw.ca

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“We are also working with the Lake Country Museum on a historical display and legacy project to celebrate the 100th year of the association.”

A highlight of the year for the community is always Oyama Fun Day, which is organized by the club.

Festivities this year will take place June 1.

“This fun-packed family celebration gets underway at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast, silent auction and raffle,” said Butler.

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resource that is utilized for many public gatherings such as meetings, art shows, concerts, funerals, sports and youth and senior activities,” said president Deb Butler.

Club volunteers are also responsible for the care and maintenance of the Oyama cemetery, the Oyama ball field and the buildings that are home to the Royal Canadian Legion and the library.

“We are excited to be working in partnership with Central Okanagan Community Gardens to bring a community garden to the neighborhood this spring,” said Butler.

ENTER TO WIN

ST. LOUIS BLUES

4308 - 29th St, Vernon westwoodfinecabinetry.com

Even after 100 years, the Oyama Community Club continues to ensure the needs of residents are addressed.

The club, which was established in 1914, is run by volunteers and they operate the community hall on the Deb Butler isthmus.

“The Oyama hall is a community

NEW JERSEY DEVILS

250-558-1030

Morning Star Staff

of British Columbia); n Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia; n Making a Will and Estate Planning (Canadian Bar Association – British Columbia Branch); n B.C. Notaries; n Leave a Legacy; n Access Pro Bono Wills Clinic; n Wills and Estates (People’s Law School); n Wills Registry (Vital Statistics Agency – Ministry of Health) and; n Self-Counsel Press.

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Culos and his many colleagues in the Wills, Trusts and Estates sub-section (who meet monthly in Kelowna) can attest to the delays, additional costs and increased stress for those loved ones left to deal with an estate where there is no will, or where the will is old.

The public is encouraged to have a look at the government website, http://www.ag.gov. bc.ca/make-a-will/.

This website has links to a variety of resources including: n Wills and Estate Planning (Government

GET IN THE GAME!

EDMONTON OILERS

#105 - 5146 26th St, Vernon

SAN JOSE SHARKS

NEW YORK ISLANDERS

Everybody in the province should have a will.

The B.C. ministry of justice has proclaimed March 31 to April 6 Make a Will Week in the province, and everyone is encouraged to make a will or update wills already done up.

“People who don’t make a will lose the opportunity to choose their beneficiaries,” said Vernon lawyer Rob Culos, president of the Vernon Bar Association and a member of the Wills, Trusts and Estates sub-section of

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the Canadian Bar Association (B.C. branch) “B.C. legislation (the Estate Administration Act) will decide who their heirs will be.”

Culos also pointed out that the taxman might come out ahead for those who have no wills.

“Estate planning can include the legitimate avoidance of probate fee,” he said.

“The cost of a proper estate plan (which can include a will, a Power of Attorney and a Representation Agreement) is often less than the tax savings upon death.”

CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Make a Will Week announced to urge preparedness Morning Star Staff

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Grade 8 student Dalen Kenney holds on tight to Grade 12 student Shaina Banta as they roll across the gym Wednesday during a Clarence Fulton Secondary School spirit week event. Gurjit Janda (below right), Grade 11, appears to get the upper hand on Quintin Flarrish, Grade 12, Wednesday during Fulton’s spirit week. Grade 12 student Victor Gouchee (bottom) gets team yellow pumped up.

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Daniel Ondzik, proud father of two and a long time resident of Vernon, brings us a Vancouver flare with 36 years in restaurant experience; 17 years at Caffe De Medici, an Italian restaurant on Robson Street. Also worked at Granville Island Hotel, Michael’s on Granville and IL Paradiso in Vancouver, Vernon Lodge, Cattle Company and Intermezzo. Dan also boasts Sommelier Training, a wine spectator award winner. We are excited to welcome Daniel back to our team as General Manager.

David Schuk, graduate of Culinary Arts program at Vancouver Community College joins our team as head chef at The Italian Kitchen and Catering Company with 18 years of experience in west coast style and Italian style cooking in Vancouver, BC. He brings to the table experience in large function catering and on-site multiple course dining. David has worked under some of Canada’s top chefs including Pino Posteraro, Dino L. Gazzolo, Robert Sulatyky and Andre’ Durbach. David looks forwards to vitalizing the bounty of local food and wine in the Okanagan Valley.

Dahnis Forsyth, head of sales and marketing for The Italian Kitchen Catering Company, a resident of Vernon since 1990 has worked in the service industry over the last decade.She is very passionate about food and takes great pride in the quality of work she presents to ensure that your event will be everything that you wanted and more. She is very excited to have along her side Dave Schuk, Head Chef and Dan Ondzik, General Manager.

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Courthouse opens doors for centennial Morning Star Staff

The 100th birthday celebration for the stately Vernon C ou r t hous e is approaching, and the local legal community is planning to celebrate.

On Saturday, April 12, as a tie-in with the annual Law Week, the courthouse is going to be the venue for its own anniversary festivities.

Tours of the building will be conducted and two student groups will be performing in mock trials.

The courthouse will open its doors to the public for this event starting at 10 a.m. on April 12.

Courthouse tours will be conducted hourly and the mock trials will be performed at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

“We are inviting the public to come out and meet the legal profession in Vernon – judges, local lawyers and courthouse staff, plus many other organizations that support legal services and history in the North Okanagan,” said Rob Culos, president of the Vernon Bar Association and chair of the committee planning the event.

The event is being supported by the Canadian Bar Association, the RCMP, Sheriffs services, the John Howard Society and many other local groups and organizations who are involved in history, law, or both.

All will be in the spotlight with various trade displays being put on by interested groups.

A barbecue and other refreshments are planned, and it is expected that the sheriffs will be showcasing their prisoner escort vehicles.

“This event will be like a law and history trade fair,” said Culos.

“We are proud of our heritage court-

house and we look forward to the opportunity to show it off.”

The two mock trials to be performed are loosely inspired by local history: one involves a mysterious death at a local gold mine, and another concerns events at a Second World War internment camp.

The student groups performing in the mock trials are being coached by Susan Egan, a Law 12 teacher at Vernon Secondary School.

“We are well into our criminal law unit

and the students are very keen and super excited about the mock

trials,” said Egan.

“We are planning to be at the courthouse

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Cathi Litzenberger Morning Star Columnist

An Old Irish Blessing May love and laughter light your days, and warm your heart and home.

May good and faithful friends be yours, wherever you may roam.

May peace and plenty bless your world with joy that long endures.

May all life’s passing seasons bring the best to you and yours! omorrow is St. Patrick’s Day, which commemorates the life of St Patrick, who played an important role in converting the inhabitants of Ireland to Christianity.

In Canada, St. Patrick’s Day is a public holiday in Newfoundland and Labrador, but is celebrated across the country with parades, parties, shamrocks and the wearing of the green. It’s a time to celebrate Irish culture.

As a child I loved hearing all the Irish legends and superstitions. All that was Irish was enchanting to me, not necessarily true, but enchanting nonetheless.

This is the perfect time to enjoy some Irish foods and drink and what’s more Irish than a traditional recipe for corned beef and cabbage? The pistachio pie is a perfect dessert and so easy to make. Colcannon always seems to be associated with St. Patrick’s Day but this combination of potatoes, cabbage, onion and bacon is a wonderful dish to serve all through the late fall to early spring. Give it a try.

The last recipe for today is a rich shamrock sugar cookie which the kids will love.

Easy Triple-Layer Pistachio Pie 1-1/4 cups Oreo Baking Crumbs 1/4 cup butter, melted 2 oz. Baker’s Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted 1/4 cup canned sweetened condensed milk 3/4 cup chopped pistachios, toasted, divided 2 pkg. (4-serving size each) Jell-O Pistachio Instant Pudding 1-3/4 cups cold 2% milk 2 cups thawed Cool Whip Whipped Topping, divided Combine baking crumbs and butter; press onto bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate 30 min.

Mix chocolate and condensed milk until blended. Spread onto bottom of crust.

Sprinkle with half the nuts. Refrigerate until ready to use.

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Wrap up Monday’s St. Patrick’s Day feast with a batch of fresh-baked shamrock cookies.

Beat pudding mixes and 2% milk with whisk for 2 min. (Pudding will be thick.)

Spread 1-1/2 cups over chocolate layer on crust. Stir half the Cool Whip into remaining pudding; spread over pudding layer on crust. Top with remaining Cool Whip and nuts. Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.

Irish Colcannon 2-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 slices bacon 1/2 small head cabbage, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 cup milk Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup butter, melted Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.

Place bacon in large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.

Remove bacon to paper towels, crumble and set aside.

In reserved drippings, sauté the cabbage

and onion until soft and translucent. Putting a lid on the pan helps vegetables cook faster.

Drain the cooked potatoes, mash with milk and season with salt and pepper. Fold in the bacon, cabbage, and onions, then transfer the mixture to a large serving bowl.

Make a well in the centre, and pour in the melted butter. Serve immediately.

Corned Beef and Cabbage 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons finely grated orange peel 2 teaspoons yellow mustard 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (2 to 3 pounds) 2 medium onions, sliced 2 quarts water 1 cup apple juice 8 carrots, cut into 3-inch pieces 1 small head cabbage In a small bowl, combine first four ingredients; set aside.

In a Dutch oven, place corned beef and

seasoning packet. Add onions, water and apple juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until meat is tender.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Remove brisket from cooking liquid and place in a greased roasting pan. Rub sugar mixture over warm meat. Bake 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, add carrots to cooking liquid.

Cover and simmer 10 minutes.

Cut cabbage into eight wedges, leaving a portion of the core on each wedge; add to carrots. Cover and simmer 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Thinly slice meat; serve with vegetables. Yield: 8 servings.

Shamrock Sugar Cookies 1- 1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter, softened to cool room temperature 1- 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup powdered sugar 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 Tbsp. lemon zest (from about 1 lemon) 5 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars for 3-4 minutes, until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Add vanilla extract, almond extract and lemon zest; mix. Add two cups flour, baking powder and salt. Mix. Add remaining flour and mix just until flour is incorporated and the dough is smooth and soft. The dough can be wrapped in plastic wrap and kept in the refrigerator for up to a week or it can be rolled out right away.

Dust a counter with powdered sugar or flour and roll the dough to desired thickness (I prefer my cookies on the thick side so I roll my dough out to about 1/4-inch, maybe even slightly thicker than that). Cut the dough into shapes.

Place the cookies on a lined or lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 7-8 minutes.

The cookies won’t appear browned on top (or on bottom) when they are done baking so don’t let them overbake! I find 7 1/2 minutes is about perfect but if they are even lightly browned on bottom, I decrease the time by 30 seconds. I like them super soft with not even a hint of browned edges or bottom. This way they literally melt in my mouth.

Cool the cookies completely on a wire rack before frosting.

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Fulton grad has a ‘novel’ idea Cara Brady

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Thomas Andrews says the main character in his first novel, Type: Writer is an ordinary guy early in his career.

If so, the book is not autobiographical.

Andrews, 22, a 2009 graduate of Fulton secondary school, earned his first degree in Ottawa, returning to Vernon to work summers on a golf course.

He’s now working on his masters degree in modern and contemporary literature and culture

at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.

“The program I wanted was there and I applied without a hope in hell to get in. I was lucky to get in,” he said. “Then last summer, I was injured and couldn’t work for a couple of months. I had an idea for a particular character and started writing until I had a book.”

Andrews had written short stories, and credits high school with encouraging his writing.

“My schooling at

Fulton was such a great time, it was a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy learning and I had fantastic teachers,” he said.

“Type: Writer is about a year in the life of a character who feels he’s on track in his early career, approaching 30 and how life changes.

He’s not remarkable.

He’s everyman. He’s a regular guy dealing with the things that are thrown at you — work relationships, friends.

So far, the response has been really good.”

Things happened

quickly once the book was finished. Type: Writer was published

by Createspace in Toronto and is available on Amazon.ca.

Andrews is working on a book of short stories with a group, to be published later this year.

“There’s definitely more novels in the future. I don’t want to stop. I’ll always have this along with my academic career.”

Andrews will be doing his PhD next year and for now he’s busy

Workshops invite kids to get creative Morning Star Staff

Face painting, crafts and a dance party are just a few of the fun activities taking place during spring break at the Village Green Centre.

Workshops are best suited for children ages four to nine years old. These professionally run workshops are free to attend and will allow kids to have fun and show their creative talents.

Monday’s fun is a St. Patrick’s Day party which in addition to face painting, will include crafts and an Irish sing-along.

On Tuesday and Thursday it’s Music Magic, featuring a rhythm workshop, musical games and a dance party.

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Workshops take place in the vacant store next to Winners.

Children must be pre-registered to attend, as space is limited. For more information, or to register, see www.villagegreencentre.com/events.html

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march 16

ukuleles for fun Will meet March 16 at the Army & Navy Club in The Hangar, 1:30 p.m. for beginners, 2 p.m. for more experienced. Join us, adults only, for lots of fun. For more information, call Patch at 250-545-6049 or Jan at 250-542-4912. falun gong information session March 16 at 1 p.m., Vernon library upstairs meeting room. What are the mechanics and principles of the four standing exercise movements?

Buddha Showing 1,000 Hands; Falun Standing Stance Exercise; Penetrating the Two Cosmic Extremes; Falun Heavenly Circuit Exercise. All welcome. Open discussion. Info., www.falundafa.org okanagan-sHusWaP sHeeP ProDuCers assoCiation Meets every third Sunday at 1 p.m., Armstrong Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call Dena Findlay at 546-6223 or Lorna Carter at 546-3318. tHe Centre for aWakening sPiritual groWtH agm Annual general meeting at Schubert Centre March 16 at noon following Sunday celebration. The Sunday circle starts at 10 a.m. with music led by professional musicians and includes guided meditation, a brief talk, singing and sharing. Old and new members as well as anyone who wishes to take part in the growth of an independent metaphysical community are welcome to attend.

Light refreshments will be served. Please use the east parking lot entrance. For more information contact Brad 250-306-5432. elks mega meat DraW Third Sunday of each month at the hall, 3103-30th St. Join us for Vernon’s most popular Mega Meat Draw; includes 50/50, variety baskets and concessions. Everyone welcome. All monies go to charities and children in Vernon.

Breakfast anD flea market Indoors/outdoors, every Sunday from 8 a.m.- 11 a.m., at the Fraternal Order of Eagles hall, 5101-25th Ave. Such a deal for $7. Tables for rent for $10 per spot outside. Call 542-3003 for more information. okanagan CHinese BaPtist CHurCH Worship in Cantonese with Mandarin interpretation every third Sunday of the month starting at 2 p.m. at Vernon Faith Baptist Church, 3908-27th St.

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lumBy HealtH Centre: just for feet CliniC Monthly foot care clinic March 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lumby Health Centre. Call 250-547-9741 for an appointment. s.o.l.D. Society for Open Learning and Discussion meets Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at the People Place and all are welcome to attend. March 17, SOLD member Dennis Windsor on “Hydro Power, including Site C.” sPring Break fun at tHe vernon liBrary Ali. K Zam: Magician Leif David will wow you in this family show, March 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. How to Train Your Dragon: Craft for all ages, March 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. Princess Pageant: Stories with Cinderella, Princess Lessons, Costume contest for ages 3 to 8 and their caregivers, March 20 from 1-2 p.m. Pirate Party: Stories with the Captain, Treasure Toss, Pirate Craft, ages 3 to 8 and their caregivers. March 25 from 1-2 p.m. Horton Hears a Who: Story & Craft for kids aged 4 to 8 and their caregivers, March 27 from 1-4 p.m. Harry Potter Trivia: Chance to win magical books, all ages welcome, March 28 from 1-2 p.m. Just drop in for these free programs! The Vernon branch of the ORL is at 2800 – 30th Ave. For more information please visit www.orl.bc.ca or call 250-542-7610. nortH okan. oPtimist CluB meets March 17 from 7 to 9 p.m., The Pantry, 3908-32 St.,Vernon. If Bringing Out The Best In Kids appeals to you, you are invited to find out more about this community oriented service organization by attending their meeting. Planning is well under way for the second annual Unplug and Play Week, April 26 to May 4. New members always welcome.

For more info., see http://northokanaganoptimistclub.org after-sCHool Writing lessons at vernon liBrary Join Vernon library Writer-in-Residence Harold Rhenisch. For kids aged 8 to 15. No registration necessary for this free program.

March 17, Teaching Your Story To talk; March 31, Pages That Whisper, Shout and Sing; April 7, Book Gymnastics. Writer-inResidence program is paid for by Vernon Friends of the Library.

Info., www.orl.bc.ca or 250-542-7610. tHe emPty BoWl funDraiser Whose bowl do you want?

Celebrate March 17 St. Patrick’s Day and support your Vernon Community Arts Centre! Pick a handmade bowl created by your favourite local artist or community member, fill it with Irish stew and enjoy some fantastic entertainment, all for just $20! Be sure to check out a sneak peak of the bowls on display during the month of March. Noon to 2 p.m. at Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park. Call 250-542-6243 or visit vernonarts.ca for more info. kinDale tHrift store in armstrong St. Patrick’s Day

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he Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi annual plant sale will open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 3 at the Vernon centre at 3105-28th St. Bigger and better with dozens of heritage tomatoes, other vegetables and herbs, annual flowers — most blooming, geraniums, perennials, shrubs, etc. Every child will be able to choose a free plant and have a special table to choose the perfect pot for their plant! Gardening books, planters and pots will be available.

Planters and hanging baskets are a great gift for Mother’s Day. New this year will be a featured plant: a large selection of irises including old favourites, new large ruffled bearded irises, miniatures, etc. in a wide array of colours to choose from. Demos of Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi will be done throughout the day.

sale the week of March 17 to 22. All green tags on clothing are 25 cents. Come on out to Armstrong and see what the Luck of the Irish will bring you. Located at 2725 Patterson Ave. enDerBy Cliff quilters meet First, third and fifth Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Enderby Evangelical Chapel, 708 Mill Ave. New members always welcome. More information at 838-7858. vernon aCCorDion CluB Dancers and listeners are invited to come and enjoy two hours of accordion music that includes waltzes, polkas, foxtrots, schottisches, and Latin. Every Monday 7-9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players, come join us on stage. For more information, call 250-546-3192.

Creative aCtivities Program for aDults Creativity and Aging takes place every Monday, Schubert Centre 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the meeting room. Includes intellectual discussions, poem writing, arts and music making. It is a group-led program. Art supplies provided. Facilitated by Dr. Dalia Gottlieb-Tanaka. To register, call 250-549-4201 or Schubertcentre@shaw. ca or just drop in. fun time at Halina seniors Centre Mondays 1 - 3 p.m., runs every first and third Monday of the month. Come to the first one and plan out the games for the upcoming weeks. A time to have fun and learn. Cost: 50 cents per session. Everyone 50+ welcome! The centre is at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For further info., call 250-542-2877. tHe vernon olD time fiDDlers CluB New members welcome to join us at one of our practices twice a month at the Halina Centre, the first and third Monday of the month at 6 p.m.

We play at Halina Centre dances, Schubert Centre, Armstrong Seniors Centre, rest homes, farmers’ markets and dinner dances.

We welcome new fiddle players. For more information, call Gwen at 778-475-4042, Bill at 250-545-9383 or Mary at 250-545-5831. fraternal orDer of eagles The Vernon Aerie meets the first and third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Call 542-3003. tHe nortH okanagan orCHiD soCiety meets March 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Arts Centre. Don Miller and Jim Poole will demonstrate how to re-pot an orchid in semi-hydroponic medium and will also demonstrate how to grow an orchid on a hanging medium. As usual our members will display exotic blooming orchids on our show table including many varieties rarely seen in stores. This is a great opportunity to meet our members, ask questions and get advice on all aspects of orchid care and growing.

For more information, call Anne at 250 545 5932 Bosom BuDDies meet for lunCH March 18 at Boston Pizza at noon. Please come and join us. See you there.

899 Wing rCaf assoC. lunCHeon March 18 at Schubert Centre, 11:30 a.m. Major David W. Brown from Wing Telecommunications and Info. Services office of #19 Wing of Comox National Defence is our guest. Info., Joe at 250-542-4386.

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vernon seniors meet March 18 at 1:30 p.m. in the Schubert Centre. This month we’ll be looking at Stress Management. All members and visitors welcome. silver star rotary CluB meets Tuesdays from 6:46 to 8 a.m. at the Village Green Hotel across from the Village Green Centre. This is a fun, friendly, social club supporting local community and international service, and we are looking for new members. Everyone is welcome to come for a free breakfast. armstrong seniors aCtivity Centre We are at 2520 Patterson Ave. Pool Monday to Friday at 12:30 p.m. Ping Pong Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m.

monasHee toastmasters welcomes you to our Tuesday night meetings in the meeting room of the Blue Ox Pub (Hwy. 6) in Lumby. Develop leadership skills while finding your voice in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Meetings run 7 to 8:30 p.m. If you wish to order food, please arrive earlier. For more info., please contact Louise at 547-6480 or Mike at 547-9335. tHe lumBy artistiC ConneCtions is a weekly watercolor painting class (sometimes we do acrylics). Cost $10 per session.

Held every Tuesday noon to 4 p.m. at the Lumby Community Hall (2250 Shields Ave.). Everyone welcome. Call Olena at 250-5478866 for more information. okanagan Community ProjeCts is a group of citizens, living in the Okanagan Valley, interested in participating in projects that will help build and support the community. We are creating a network of people who have a project idea or who would like to help build or support a project. We will be meeting the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m., upstairs at The Bean Scene Coffee House. You can join our Facebook group by searching Okanagan Community Projects. For more info., call Sarah at 250-309-2620, Jack at 250-938-4202 or Darren at 250-938-1751. iCan of nortH okanagan International Cesarean Awareness Network invites the public to join them for their monthly support and information meeting. This is a safe place to share birth stories, ask questions, receive advice, find and give support and encouragement; as well as find the resources you need. Meetings held every third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. Please join us for coffee and conversation at Bean to Cup, 3903-27th St. Info., contact Shantelle 250-309-3645, sjuffs@shaw.ca or view website at www. icanofnorthokanagan.com. We look forward to meeting you.

PregnanCy suPPort Every Tuesday we offer a drop-in from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., including lunch. We offer a free and confidential service to help you have a healthy baby. We are located at 2902 29th Ave. We are gratefully accepting double strollers, maternity and infant clothing donations. teaCH anD Play for kiDs Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. For more information, call 250-542-7578. motHers for reCovery Peer suPPort grouP For any mother in recovery wishing to help herself and other mothers within her community struggling with addictions. The purpose of this group will be to help addicted mothers obtain recovery and parent successfully. Takes place every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Kekuli Centre, 2905-28th Ave. Child care available at Early Childhood Development, 2902- 29th Ave. For more information please call Caroline at 250-542-5448 or Maureen at 250-542-5311. vernon flying CluB Meetings held every third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., at 6210 Tronson Rd. All welcome, and it’s not necessary to be a pilot or own an aircraft to join, just an interest in general aviation. For more information, call Bev Bonner at 549-7087. lumBy Women’s (55+) tuesDay’s togetHer meet twice a month; the third Tuesday of the month the ladies meet at the seniors’ drop-in, 1751 Glencaird St. at 11:30 and car-pool to lunch.

On the fourth Tuesday of the month the ladies meet 1 - 3 p.m. for a social get-together for socializing at the seniors’ drop-in, 1751 Glencaird St. For more info., call Olena at 250-547-8866. kiWanis CluB of vernon four seasons Meets Tuesdays at noon at Schubert Centre. New members welcome. Info., call 545-8650.

Halina seniors Centre Come out for a fun game of bingo every Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m., 3310-37th Ave., behind Rec Centre. Doors open 11:30 a.m. All 19 and over welcome. Info., call 250-542-2877.

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Chicago winds back the clock with hits N

ot quite sure where my Chicago eight-tracks ended up, but their zillion hits can be heard regularly on most radio stations. And of course there is YouTube whenever I have a craving for Feelin’ Stronger Every Day or Saturday in the Park.

High energy. Soothing voices. A brass section that may one day need a lung transplant. And smiles all night long.

These guys may be playing the back nine, but Chicago can still entertain like they did the last time I saw them live – 1975 at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver.

A few new faces are in the nine-piece orchestra which wowed 2,128 fans Thursday night at the half-arena Prospera Place stage in Kelowna.

For the record, Chicago’s original guitarist, Terry Kath, died Kevin Mitchell in 1978, at age 31, due to a gunshot wound from playing Russian Roulette, and original bass player, Peter Cetera, left in 1985 to pursue a solo career.

Cetera was replaced in ‘85 by bassist/ singer/songwriter Jason Scheff, son of Elvis Presley’s bassist Jerry Scheff. Jason and fellow newbie Lou Pardini, on keyboards, handled most of the vocals in Kelowna.

Original members Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane (on trumpet), James Pankow and Walt Parazaider are still tight on stage and loving every minute of being 60-something rock stars playing timeless tunes.

Chicago, known for their power ballads, reeled off 24 songs and two encore ditties during a pair of one-hour sets, separated by a 25-minute intermission. Sound quality was hardly cyrstal clear, but nobody was complaining. Chicago left the building at 10:57 p.m.

They opened with early songs Introduction, Questions 67 & 68 and Dialogue, all new to me, but still easy on the ears as I joined five other photographers for the customary three-song shoot from up close. Those selections were from their very first album, 1969’s The Chicago Transit Authority.

“We’ve never been here before, but you sure have a groovy city,” said Lamm, a sweet vocalist who also plays keyboards and acoustic guitar.

The set list picked up speed when Scheff nailed If You Leave Me Now before Pardini

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nicely performed Call on Me. Scheff then went back-to-back on (I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long/Mongonucleosis and Will You Still Love Me? and the crowd began shifting their shoulders back and forth with joy.

They closed the first set with the popular wedding song favourite Colour My World featuring wonderful vocals by Lamm.

“Old days. Good times I remember. Fun days. Filled with simple pleasures.” Skinny trombone superstar James Pankow wrote those lyrics 30 years ago, reminiscing about his youth.

Chicago opened the second set with Old Days. Scheff rocked the huge retro single, getting, as he did all night, stellar support from the brass boys. Pankow was the big crowd favourite as he jumped around twirling his trombone like it was a plastic toy and he was the hired magician at a birthday party.

Those hoping to hear Chicago hits of the 1980s were treated to Chicago chart busters, Hard Habit to Break and You’re the Inspiration soon after Old Days. Nobody sat still during those numbers.

They explained how Canadian producer David Foster suggested the band try recording songs they didn’t write – the entire group was in on most of the lyrics in the beginning – and then broke into Hard Habit.

Lamm then introduced the band, calling sax/flute phenom Parazaider “the really bad boy of our band” and noting that Pankow was “a brilliant composer” in addition to being a terrific trombonist. When Pardini was mentioned, the crowd began chants of “Lou,” as Canuck hockey fans once did for goalie Luongo.

Keith Howland’s lead guitar then screamed through I’m a Man – a surprising choice since it’s a Spencer David Group cover – and the world-class brass boys followed.

Lamm’s vocals gave way to a classic 10-minute drum and percussion duet between Tris Imboden and bongo buddy Walfredo Reyes Jr. First time I have witnessed a drum solo rate a standing ovation.

Pankow thanked fans for celebrating their songs and joked that some in the seats may have enjoyed listening to Just You ‘n Me when they got married or conceived a child.

Song No. 22 on the night was monster single Saturday in the Park. That choice drew the loudest ovation of the concert and

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Sax sensation Walt Parazaider, one of four original Chicago members, wails away before 2,128 rock fans Thursday night at Prospera Place in Kelowna. quickly got some females in the 40-plus ticket-buying group up dancing in the front row and beside the sound board.

Lamm wrote this first top-10 single after he returned from Central Park in New York on July 4, 1972.

Chicago then went to another cheek-tocheek dancing hit featured in the movie, Summer Lovers, – Hard To Say I’m Sorry – and closed the set with the rousing Feelin’ Stronger Every Day. Fans only had to shout for about 45 seconds before the boys returned for encore rockers Free and 25 or 6 to 4, one of my favourites which I finally learned is about

a songwriter banging out the words just before four in the morning.

Second only to The Beach Boys in Billboard singles and album chart success among American bands, Chicago is one of the longest-running and most successful rock groups in history.

They have sold more than 38 million units in the U.S., with 22 gold, 18 platinum, and eight multi-platinum albums, five No. 1 albums and 21 top-10 singles.

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Mr. Peabody and Sherman

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r. Peabody is different than other dogs. It’s more than just the fact that he walks on his hind legs, wears glasses and talks, he’s also a scientist, inventor and the only dog ever to legally be allowed to adopt a child, whom he names Sherman.

Mr. Peabody and Sherman have time-travel adventures in the WABAC machine, until Sherman breaks the rules and changes history.

Now they’ll have Taylor and Howe to fix a time rift before it destroys the world, while at the same time fighting off those who think dogs have no business raising children.

We ask, “What’s the point?”

HOWE: I took my young son (he’s six) like I always do to animated movies to get a youngster’s reaction to a movie like this.

I asked him what it was about, to see if he understood the film.

FENIN: It’s about Mr. Peabody and Sherman. Mr Peabody is his dad, he is smart. He is a dog. Hey did you know my dad is a dog?

TAYLOR: Why? HOWE: It’s because I’m smart.

FENIN: Can we go for a walk now?

HOWE: Do you understand this movie at all, Fenin?

FENIN: What movie?

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Sherman and Mr. Peabody are a time travelling father and son team, really.

TAYLOR: Sherman and Mr. Peabody originally appeared in shorts during the Rocky and Bullwinkle Show, starting in the 50s. So the only way I knew of them was in reference to themselves from other shows.

I think I remember them in a Halloween episode of the Simpsons, popping into existence in some place they didn’t belong, then disappearing again. From what I gather, the two travel around to key points in history to have adventures and make bad puns. I probably would have found it stupid 70 years ago, now it’s pointless. A waste of money.

HOWE: I don’t get this movie. Is it meant to be a history lesson or a animated comedy? To me it failed on both counts.

The history side I found was too old for the younger age group (10 and under) and

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the funnies too young for older kids (10 and older). In the opening five minutes, I realized that this was going to be a very long hour-and-a-half. I agree, it is a waste of money, but the popcorn tasted good.

TAYLOR: Bad puns are Mr. Peabody’s schtick. That and time travel are the only things this film has to work with. It’s not enough. I can pretty much guarantee that there will not be Mr. Peabody 2, that’s the good news.

Howe gives Mr. Peabody and Sherman 1.5 history lessons out of 5.

Taylor gives it 1 unexplained inceptions out of 5.

Fenin gives it 5 time machines out of 5.

The film is currently showing at the Galaxy Cinemas in Vernon.

B.C. Cadet Honour Band takes to the stage PEGGY KULMALA Special to The Morning Star

Two Enderby army cadets will take to the stage when the 2014 B.C. Cadet Honour Band performs at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Galen March, and Robert Lewis, both snare drummers, will WAYNE EMDE PHOTO perform as part of the Galen March (left) and Robert Lewis (far right), of Enderby, prepare for the Cadet larger band and also Honour Band performance in Vernon Saturday. in a drum line where they will showcase their band will play a variety memorate the centen- versary of the Second of lively tunes, includ- nial of the First World World War, as well as a skills.

The full concert ing marches to com- War and the 75th anni- selection of varied and FOR ADVANCE TICKETS GO TO

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Henry & the Neville Bowman Quartet

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light music.

The cadet program offers free admission to the concert.

The 45 cadet musicians were carefully selected for the oneweek spring break band based their musical skill.

Most of the cadets have achieved a minimum of level five with the Cadet National Music Program.

“Selection for the B.C. Cadet Honour Band is considered a coveted prize amongst the 1,600 cadet musicians in B.C.,” said Carl McLean, honour band music director.

“The honour band program showcases cadets’ impressive musical ability, something I am confident their families, friends and communities are proud.”

The young musicians range in age from 14 to 18 years of age, and are a mix of sea, army and air cadets.

The honour band will also visit Victoria, Nanaimo and Burnaby.

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Ready for spring

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ith the official debut of spring on Thursday, I’ll take this opportunity to thank winter.

Thank you winter for reminding me what a privilege it is to wear short sleeves outside, for making the chore of washing the cars in my driveway feel so liberating and for my rediscovered awe for the simplicity of a blue sky. After all, these are Brian van Wensem but a few of the wonderful things I’ll take for granted by October.

While it will be a little while longer for green grass and fresh produce, the next few weeks hold some fantastic indoor events to help channel the spring fever while Mother Nature does her handiwork.

Local modern Celtic band Cod Gone Wild is back at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Monday at

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7 p.m. for its annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration. In addition to St. Patty’s Day festivities, this band also plans to perform its newly released album, Battered and Fried.

Also on stage will be Andrew Smith on guitars, mandolin and bouzouki and the Okanagan Celtic Choir for this spirited night of music. Tickets can still be purchased through the Ticket Seller by calling 549-SHOW (7469) or online at www. ticketseller.ca.

This Friday, enjoy an energetic evening of Django Reinhardt tunes when Van Django takes the stage at the Performing Arts Centre.

Four talented and eclectic string musicians bring the punchy rhythms of gypsy jazz along with the musicianship, musicality and humour that have established this group as a must-see act in the Canadian jazz scene.

Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets are still available and can be purchased through the Ticket Seller box office at 549-SHOW (7469).

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Jazz club hosts Henry Continued from A33 On Saturday, the Vernon Jazz Club is host to songwriter and jazz vocalist Ali Henry

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from Kelowna. Her background is in jazz and gospel music, and she takes her audiences through a diverse selection of styles and rhythms. The music starts at 8 p.m. Saturday and tickets are on sale through the Bean Scene, Bean to Cup or at the door.

And coming up March 29, City Dance presents Dance: Global Fusion at the Performing Arts Centre. See local professional and amateur talent from several Okanagan dance studios showcase dance and music from around the world. Joining the dancers on stage will be soprano Melina Moore in this event that celebrates unique styles including country, ballroom, Latin, swing, hip hop and more. There are two performances to choose from starting at 2 and 8 p.m. and you can call the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469) for your tickets.

Enjoy the shows.

Brian van Wensem is with audience development at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.

Ellison gets funding Morning Star Staff

A local school’s music program has received a boost.

MusiCounts is providing a Band Aid musical instrument grant to Ellison Elementary School.

MusiCounts is a music education charity associated with the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and the Canadian Country Music Association.

The organization’s mission is to ensure that children in Canada, regardless of socio-economic circumstances or cultural background, have access to music programs through their schools.

Ellison is one of 70 schools across the country to receive funds this year.

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This year will present professional opportunities and personal problems.

Explain to the important people in your life what your plans are and how much of your time is required to see them through. Emotional upsets can be avoided if you share your dreams, hopes and wishes.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) You will need to tread lightly.

You will face hypersensitive people looking for a battle.

Busy yourself around the home, or find some solitary activity to keep you out of trouble.

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

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started.

Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

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33 Turkey meat choice 34 Indigo plant 36 Architects’ wings 38 Grandson, maybe 39 Fishing rod 40 Mask feature 41 Zoo staffer 42 Oz. or lb.

44 Scoped out 46 Relinquish a claim 49 Clammy 50 Flower oil 52 Unmanned spacecraft 56 Part of RSVP 57 Stag’s partner 58 Names on pedigrees

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) If someone criticizes you, consider why. You may want to begin again with a fresh attitude. Your reputation could be damaged if you aren’t giving your best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Strive to listen to any advice offered you. Although it may not be what you want to hear, give any suggestions a fair chance. The results could prove rewarding.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Try to surround yourself with good friends and steadfast allies. You may be subject to criticism if you go against the grain. Honesty is your best recourse.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) You need to laugh more.

Gather with good friends and family for some light entertainment. A card or board game will help keep your mind off your troubles.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Many learning tools are available to you. Travel or education will enable you to study different people and cultures. A trip to an exotic location will be enlightening.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Don’t let your emotions get the better of you.

Deal with others in a nonconfrontational manner.

Logic and reason will advance your cause more than harsh words or accusations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) You may feel a temptation to be a couch potato. Get together with a friend and do something active instead. Some fresh air and exercise will rouse your muscles and your mind.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Reckless spending and extravagant purchases will not win over the people you are dealing with. You can’t buy respect. Straight talk and direct action will make a far better impression.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Interactions with family members will be difficult.

Remove yourself from potential conflicts by getting together with friends. Given enough time, thorny issues will dissipate. Fruitless arguments will only compound the problem.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Make financial matters your priority. Scrutinize your paperwork to be sure that you have all the pertinent documents. You may uncover a new way to limit your expenses.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) You’ll experience an emotional tug-of-war. Take an unbiased look at your personal relationships.

Perhaps someone isn’t as attentive as you’d like. Make your feelings known calmly and sincerely.

Hormones Q: I am having problems with sleep, sex drive, hot flashes, weight gain, mood swings and low energy.

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An example is the North hand in today’s diagram.

Responder bids two diamonds over West’s double. And after East passes, South takes a shot at three no-trump.

West leads his fourth-highest heart and East puts up the 10.

How should South proceed?

When in no-trump, always start by counting your top tricks -- your immediate winners. Here South has six: two hearts (given the lead), two diamonds and two clubs.

If he is going to get three more tricks, he needs to establish dummy’s diamonds and get back into the dummy to cash the new winners.

What is declarer’s dummy entry?

Right -- the heart queen. But that will be an entry only if South can lead twice toward the queen, once to make West take his king and once to win with the queen.

So, declarer’s first key play is to win trick one with the heart ace.

Then he should cash the diamond ace and continue with the diamond nine. When West plays low twice, South must overtake with dummy’s 10. If East could win the trick, the diamonds would be breaking 3-2 and all would be

well. Here, though, when East discards, declarer continues with two more rounds of diamonds. And eventually he will force that dummy entry in hearts to get home.

In case you are wondering, if the responder had had, say, 11 high-card points, not five, he would have had to start with a redouble.

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Leo Albert Schneider Feb. 25, 1932 – Mar. 6th, 2014

1957 – 2014

On Thursday March 6th, 2014, Mr. Leo Albert Schneider of Osoyoos passed away at the South Okanagan General Hospital aŌer a short baƩle with cancer at the age of 82 years.

On March 7, 2014, Rob, son of Richard and Enid Christensen, passed peacefully at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital with his family by his side. Rob was born September 28, 1957 in Murryville, BC. Rob grew up and was raised on the family Pig Farm.

He moved to Armstrong, BC in 1993 with his wife and family to help his mother-in-law run the family farm.

He was a helpful mechanic and enjoyed watching NASCAR racing as well as western movies with his family.

He is survived by his wife: Diane Christensen; mother: Enid Christensen; sisters: Debbie (Angelo) De Bonis, Barb Christensen; brother: Joe (Jen) Christensen; son: Robert (Caitlyn) Christensen; daughters: Kathleen (JusƟn) Matson; Corrin Christensen; granddaughter: Payton Matson; and several nieces and nephews.

A private family and close friends CelebraƟon of Life was held for Rob on March 11, 2014 at South Grandview Flats Cemetery.

Those wishing to do so may make a memorial donaƟon in Rob͛s name to the BC Alnjheimer͛s AssociaƟon (η300-828 test 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternaƟves.ca CremaƟon arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866

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He was predeceased by his parents David and Hilda Schneider of Keremeos; sisters Idella (Robert) Spoonemore and Margaret Bauer; sister-in-law Noreen Schneider and brotherin-law Michael Ferko.

Leo will be fondly remembered by his loving family including wife Ilona (nee Anderson) of 41 years; children David (Maggie) of Calgary; Leonie Lawrence (Gordon) of Campbell River; Mark (Shara Lee) of Lethbridge; step-son Wayne Gardener (Nancy) of Mount Vernon, WA; and all of the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Leo͛s is survived by siblings Wilmer Schneider of Keremeos; BeƩy Schwager (Ken) of PenƟcton; Gordon Schneider of Granisle; Shirley (Jim) Lea of New Westminster; Violet Ferko of West Kelowna; Jean Byer (Jim) of Cawston; Clarence Schneider (Sharon) of Cawston and Kenny Schneider (Gwen) of Grand Forks as well as Brother-in-law Gordon Bauer of West Kelowna and the many nieces and nephews.

Leo worked in various mines in the Similkameen, MerriƩ and Northern parts of BC for seventeen years before joining Interior ContracƟng in PenƟcton as a pipe layer and driller. He and wife Ilona then farmed for twenty years in Falkland, raising caƩle and growing hay. In the laƩer twelve years, they built and operated a Broiler Chicken farm. AŌer the sale of the broiler farm in 1993, Leo and Ilona reƟred and enjoyed travelling with his siblings and nephews to Reno and places for a liƩle fun and relaxaƟon. He also had Ɵme to go Įshing and hunƟng for the elusive moose with the family ͞guys͟. He was a great lover of nature and felt his spiritual beliefs revolved around nature.

For one term, he was the Falkland area representaƟve for the Salmon ArmShuswap Regional District and a member/grower of the Interior Broiler (chickens) AssociaƟon.

Curling was a hobby in which he engaged, helping his Falkland Men’s Team win a number of local trophies. Later he played in the Seniors Fun League in PenƟcton. Leo and Ilona recently relocated to Osoyoos, ever moving southward since reƟrement.

He was a Ƌuiet, sensiƟve, caring individual who was well loved by his family and respected by many friends.

DonaƟons are gratefully accepted to the Canadian Cancer Society for conƟnued research in prostate and bone cancer or to a charity of choice.

Thank you to Drs. CroŌs, and Entwistle and in parƟcular the staī at South Okanagan General Hospital for their aƩenƟve and empatheƟc care of Leo.

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A graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday March 29, 2014 at the Keremeos Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 2:00 P.M. at the Cawston Hall.

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FERNQUIST, Patricia Anne It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Anne Fernquist on March 8, 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

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EBERLE, Judith

Judith Gertrud Eberle passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 8th, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Judy is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Ron ( Marlene) Eberle of Kelowna, BC; two daughters and sons-in-law, Susan (Bob) Samson of Sylvan Lake, AB, and Karen (Tom) Wong of Edmonton, AB; three grandchildren: Ryan and Kevin Eberle, and Laura Sturtevant; and two great granddaughters, Logan and Devin all of Calgary, AB. Judy is further survived by three brothers and one sister in Germany. Judy was predeceased by her loving husband, Gerry, in 2010.

A private family CelebraƟon of Life Service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of Ňowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contribuƟons in memory of Judy may do so to the charity of one’s choice.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Pleasant Valley Dignity Funeral Home.

(250) 542-4333. Condolences may be oīered at pleasantvalleyĬ.com

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MIWA, William (Bill) Kan Passed away at the Vernon Hospice on March 8, 2014. He was born on May 2, 1937 in Prince Rupert, BC, He leaves behind his beloved wife, Gloria and his cherished daughter, Dr. Jill Miwa of Aarhus, Denmark. Also his step-daughters, Kerry (Chris) Marshall of Brockville, ON, Lesley Sturla of OƩawa, ON. Sisters Dale Johnstone, Salmon Arm, Dorothy O’Brien, Surrey. Stepgrandchildren: Sidney and Colin Marshall and Brendan and KurƟs Morey, all of Brockville, ON. Nieces Dr. Shaunne (Greg) Gorrie, Aldergrove, Alison Nishihara, Vancouver, nephews Mark (Sheila Campbell) Nishihara, Vernon, Sean (Karen) O’Brien, Coquitlam, Conn (Loreto) O’Brien, Delta. As well as 6 grandnieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his parents Ikuma Roy Miwa and Atsuko Mary Miwa, sister June Nishihara and brother Richard (Dick) Miwa, and step-daughter Angie Morey. Brothers-in-law Howard Johnston, William O’Brien and James Nishihara.

Bill was an entrepreneur, with a business in Kelowna, unƟl his reƟrement in 2011. His interests were many. Family Įrst, his home, and Vintage Cars. He was also well known for his generosity of Ɵme in helping family, friends and neighbours. He will be profoundly missed by his loving wife Gloria and loving daughter Jill.

In lieu of Ňowers, donaƟons may be made to the Vernon Hospice Society, 3506 – 27 Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4. Phone 250-503-1800.

A date for a CelebraƟon of Life will be announced later, in the summer. CremaƟon arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home, 250542-0155.

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March 16, 1952 – March 8, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Gary Hammond on Saturday March 8, 2014 in Salmon Arm BC. His memory will be forever cherished by his wife of 41 years, Liz and children Steven, Brian (Cynthia) and Kim Noble (Dan) brothers David, Paul and Jeī of Ontario, brother and sister in law Woody & Doris Schut, Ed & Janice Schut & Rene Taylor-Lowen.

“Grandpa Gooey” will be forever remembered by his grand children, Natalie Warnes, Meghan & Lauren Hammond of Edmonton Ab. Gary was predeceased by his parents and infant son Nelson. Gary was born in Hamilton Ontario to Don & Lois Hammond. Gary & Liz moved to Peachland B.C. with children in 1990. In 2009 Gary & Liz moved to Vulcan Alberta. He was always passionate for motor sports and fulĮlled one of his great dreams by designing and building Sun Valley Motor Speedway in Vernon B.C. From the age of 16 he had been driving trucks all over North America. He has owned and operated a trucking company since 1986.

Gary was always opƟmisƟc and tried to make everyone he came across smile. When anyone would ask how he was, Gary would always say “Bodacious”. He called his latest trucking company “Just Cruisin” (into reƟrement). Gary was doing what he loved and never took life too seriously. He found many joys in his life and also brought joy to others.

Family and friends will have a CelebraƟon of Life at a later date in the Okanagan.

The family asks that in lieu of Ňowers to kindly make a donaƟon to the Heart & Stroke FoundaƟon in his memory.

(Knutsvik) 16 April 1936 ~ 14 March, 2011

I dreamt I climbed a rainbow And found the pot of gold So I took the precious treasure And bought a gift for Dawn When I handed her the present Of a solid golden rose She cried and thanked me with her smile Then we hugged and kissed And kissed for quite awhile But I felt my dream was fading And soon it slipped away Take all of my tomorrows but give me one more rainbow day Loving you, Missing you Dale, Mackie, Nadine, Sheena, Kyle, Tristen

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The family of Helen Marie Moroso regret to announce her sudden passing in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Sunday, February 23rd, 2014 at the age of 86 years.

Helen was born in Trail, B.C. on November 7th, 1927 to William and Mary Finn. She spent her youth swimming in the Columbia River and at her parents’ cabin in Robson. Helen also loved ice skaƟng, roller skaƟng and dancing.

She met Fred Moroso at a dance and in October 1952 they wed. Their two daughters were born in Trail. When the girls were young Helen and Fred moved to Vernon leaving many lifelong friends behind. They took over the PaciĮc 66 Bulk Oil Plant. Helen was the bookkeeper there for 20 years. Upon reƟrement Helen and Fred enjoyed several years travelling throughout Canada and the United States in their motorhome.

They belonged to the Good Sam Camping Group and later the Explorer Camping Group. Cruises were also high on their list of acƟviƟes. Helen’s last two cruises were to Alaska in 2009 and Mexico in 2010. Fairly recently she went on an eight-day “Mystery Tour” and was up for the adventure. Family meant everything to Helen and she very much enjoyed these special Ɵmes. Helen kept acƟve with swimming, daily walks, organinjed exercise classes of which she was a parƟcipant for 40 years, golĮng and luncheons with friends. She enjoyed kniƫng, baking and in the summer she did her own canning.

Helen is lovingly remembered by her two daughters, Joy Lippert and Kelly (Geoī) McKeown; grandsons, Morgan Lippert and Cary Lippert; granddaughter, Cassidy (Luke) Hannis; and grandson, Graham McKeown.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Moroso in March, 2005 and her son-in-law, Reiny Lippert in July 2010.

CremaƟon preceded a CelebraƟon Of Helen’s Life which will be held at Bethel Funeral Chapel on Friday, March 21st, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Andrew Vander Leek oĸciaƟng. A RecepƟon will follow in the Bethel Tea Room.

As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donaƟons in memory of Helen to the AbbeyĮeld House Society, P.O. Box 416, Vernon, B.C. V1T 6M3.

Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187

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HIRSCH, Anthony Mathias With broken hearts and unbelievable sadness we announce the passing of Anthony Mathias Hirsch on Saturday, March 8th, 2014 in Vernon Jubilee Hospital at the age of 85.

Tony was a great man who valued honesty and a ÄŽrm handshake. He had “gypsyâ€? blood, moving his family many Ć&#x;mes throughout southern Alberta and B. C., all the while being a successful entrepreneur. His most notable accomplishments were: owning and operaĆ&#x;ng a commercial ÄŽshing boat oÄŤ the B. C. coastal waters, a vacaĆ&#x;on resort on the Shuswap and excelling as an “electrical apprenĆ&#x;ceâ€? in a business with his two sons.

However, he was happiest “just being a farmerâ€? and growing hay for his caĆŠle.

Tony’s hobby was ÄŽshing, ÄŽshing, and more ÄŽshingÍŠÍŠÍŠ His favourite saying was, “A bad day ÄŽshing beats a good day at workâ€?. Tony and Ruth ÄŽshed many lakes but most favourite was Downie Creek. He conĆ&#x;nued to ÄŽsh aĹŒer Ruth’s passing but he always told us, “the ÄŽsh didn’t bite nearly as hard nor as oĹŒenâ€?.

Tony was a “hardâ€? but loving Dad. He mellowed as the daughters-in-law and grandchildren came into his life. The roots grew deeper with great grandchildren and he was so proud of his family. Pa truly enjoyed the family Ć&#x;mes and was even prouder when each grandchild added another baby and extended the branches on the tree.

Tony was predeceased by his beloved wife, Ruth, in 2012. Mourning him are: his two sons, Todd (Judy) and Bob (Pat); and his grandchildren: Melissa (Russ) Shepherd, Marc (Rhonda) Hirsch, Heather (James) Phu, and Jennifer (Chad) Huntley. They aÄŤecĆ&#x;onately knew him as “Paâ€? and have many fond memories of camping, learning to ÄŽsh, hauling bales, driving the tractor on the farm and playing “Pitchâ€?. The great grandchildren: Xavier and Adrian Phu, Teagan and Isaiah Huntley, Julia and Kayla Hirsch, and Taya, Aidan, and Lexy Shepherd will learn of their Great Pa’s love and kindness from his family who loved him “to the moon and backâ€?.

Tony also leaves extended family. He was loved as a brother, uncle, and brother-in-law.

There will be a private family celebraĆ&#x;on of life for both Tony and Ruth once the ice has thawed and the ÄŽsh are biĆ&#x;ng. “Together Forever Now – Let Them Rest in Peaceâ€?

In lieu of Ňowers, donaĆ&#x;ons may be made in Tony’s memory to 2East, Vernon Jubilee Hospital, 2101-32nd Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5L2.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 4333. Condolences may be oÄŤered at www.pleasantvalleyÄŹ.com

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Well established jewellery store in Vernon is looking for bright, enthusiastic and career oriented people to join their team and become an important part of their future.

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Job Requirements: - Excellent customer service skills - Available to work all store hours - Prior retail and sales experience are preferred Please send your Resume and cover letter to Box# 19 c/o The Morning Star 4407 25th Ave V1T 1P5.

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TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking Seasonal Nursery Workers to join our team in Armstrong, BC. Tolko is a forest products company with marketing, resource management and manufacturing operations throughout Western Canada. We are an equal opportunity employer offering full pension and benefit programs. This is seasonal work, 7:00a – 3:30p Monday to Friday $12/hr.

POSITION OVERVIEW: A Nursery Worker is responsible for thinning and transplanting forest seedlings. Working as part of USW Local 1-423, the incumbent will conduct themselves in a safe, timely, cost effective, and professional manner.

QUALIFICATIONS: • A strong team player • A demonstrated ability to meet regularly set performance measures READY TO APPLY YOURSELF? If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please apply in person to Tolko – Eagle Rock Division 105 Highway 97A, Armstrong, BC We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Our successful candidate will be a part of a job share arrangement and will work afternoons Monday through Friday from 1:00 – 5:00pm. Applicants should have 2-3 years of reception experience with a strong foundation of exceptional customer service.

Our Receptionists are expected to treat all aspects of client care as a priority in addition to being responsible for a wide variety of clerical office duties in support of company administration. As a front-line worker, our Receptionists present a positive and professional image of our firm to all visitors, suppliers and inquiries.

Our firm offers a positive working environment, competitive salaries, a group benefits package and an RRSP program.

Please submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com or fax to 250-542-7273

by Thursday March 27, 2014.

Nixon Wenger welcomes your interest in this position and we advise that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Help Wanted TITAN TRANSPORT LTD

is a flat bed long haul trucking company based out of Saskatoon SK., We are looking for both company and owner operators. You must have a minimum of 2 years flat bed experience Canada/USA. Please send resume and driver abstract to: robert@titantransport.com or fax to: 1-306-374-1751.

Phone 1-800-667-7080.

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Required person to help run Lawn & Garden Business, 3+ days per week. Must have the following: clean DL, experience, be able to work alone or with helper, punctual, able to work with mowers, weedeaters etc. Wages $14-$17 p/hr.

Send resume to Box # 4, c/o The Morning Star, 4407 25th Ave. Vernon BC V1T 1P5 General farm labour required in Oyama. No exp. nec. Quick learners. June 20-Oct 31.

Pruning, thinning & harvesting. $10.33/hr 6 days/week. 250307-5262 or email psjanda@outlook.com

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Seasonal Laborer positions at Coral Beach Farms Ltd, Lake Country. No experience necessary. Must have own transportation. Applicant must be capable of physically demanding work in all weather conditions. 6-7 days a week, 10-12 hours a day beginning approximately July 2, 2014. Work includes, but is not limited to, tree planting, pruning and irrigation. Pay $10.33/hour. Accommodation provided if required. Apply by fax at 250766-0813 or by email at: jobs@coralbeach.ca

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The Vernon Public Art Gallery is seeking a full time Marketing and Public Programming Coordinator. Duties include preparing and implementing a marketing plan, production of materials, basic level graphic design, social media, media relations, event coordination, as well as development and implementation of our public and educational programming and assisting with general operational duties as required.

Desired qualifications include related university degree, experience with Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress, and strong communication and organizational skills. Closing date: Friday, March 21, 5:00 pm.

Apply with cover letter and three references to: Vernon Public Art Gallery, Attn: Dauna Kennedy Grant, Executive Director 3228 - 31st Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 2H3 email: dauna@vernonpublicartgallery.com (No phone calls please)

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Applicants must be physically fit. Level 2-3 First Aid Ticket is an asset. Benefits after three months.

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Human Resources Department District of Coldstream 9901 Kalamalka Road Coldstream, BC V1B 1L6 Fax: 250-545-4733 Email: hr@district.coldstream.bc.ca (in MS Word or PDF format)

Applicants must be physically fit. Benefits after three months. Wages dependant on experience.

Please drop off your resume at our corporate headquarters #205 - 3303 Coldstream Avenue, Vernon.

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Lake City Casinos is a subsidiary of Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd. and operates four casinos in the Thompson Okanagan. Vernon’s newest and most exciting pub “Match� is currently recruiting for Cooks with a minimum of 2 years experience delivering exceptional customer service. Looking for a career in food services? Join us as a Dishwasher to start your culinary career. All positions must be able to obtain/ maintain GPEB security certification (regulatory requirement).

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Nixon Wenger Lawyers is one of the largest, fastest, growing law firms in the Okanagan and we have an immediate opening for a PERMANENT PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST.

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is a value added lumber re-manufacturing company located at 10035 Ricardo Rd just off Highway 6. Operating since 1949, we pride ourselves in quality and teamwork.

The District has four (4) positions available for general labourers in the Parks Department.

These positions are open to students returning to post-secondary education in the fall of 2014. The job posting can be viewed at www.districtofcoldstream.ca.

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LOST on Mar 13, around 1pm, one 8yr spayed female basset hound near Holiday Mobile Home Park 250-309-2514

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PAUL ORCHARD LTD. General farm labour required in Vernon & Oyama. No experience necessary but must be able to learn quickly.

Duties include, but are not restricted to pruning, thinning, & harvesting fruit. June 20-Oct 31. $10.33/hr.

10hrs/day, 6days/week. 4116 Cascade Dr. Vernon, BC, V1T 9M2.

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Dave Cell 250-569-4105 flatheadcitycanada@yahoo.ca will email pic.

Local Food distribution company looking for experienced class #1 driver (abstract required). Job is full time delivering food products to the interior of B.C. Competitive wages and full benefits. Will involve some lifting up to 55 lbs. Contact john@snowcapinterior.com

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Vernon & District Animal Care Society Lost & Found Cat Registry

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LOST:

#1422 - “Rufus” - Orange tabby, white bib/paws/tum. & on face, half white mustache, med. hair, young male. Spartan Rd., nr.

Butcher Boys. Reward. #1424 - “Taz” - Black, white bib/paws/tum., & on face, brown spots in left eye, sht. hair, small n.male. Dewdney Rd., off Sarsons Rd. Reward. #1425 - “Spankie” - Dark tortoiseshell, amber eyes, long hair, young sp. female. Corner of 41st Ave. & 25th St., across from Seaton School. Reward.

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BLOSSOMS Fresh Fruit Arrangements.

Low start up. Training.

No royalties. Support. For info email:blossomskelowna@shaw.ca For rent: Room, in well established beauty salon, suitable for Esthetician, Electrolysis or Massage Therapist. Beauty Haven. (250)542-4219

Career Opportunities CENTRAL Alberta Ford Dealership, looking to expand the Service Department. Journeyman Auto Technicians required. 3rd and 4th year apprentices also invited to apply.

Competitive Wages and Benefits.

Moving allowances available. Apply online to pquinlan@lambford.com, or visit our website at www.lambford.com

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LOST - Mans Gold Ring. Extreme Sentimental Value as it displays the Family Brand. Reward Offered. If found please call: 250-540-3322.

LOST: Neutered female long haired tortoise cat. 41Ave-25 St, REWARD OFFERED. 250545-5708.

Call 1-800-667-3742

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Orchard Workers needed for Bagry Bros. Orchards Ltd. from June 20 to Nov 15. Thinning, Summer Pruning & Harvesting, $10.33/hr.

Phone 250-503-7693 or Fax 250-5422136. 317 French Rd, Vernon

Farm Friends Coordinator

The Mental Illness Family Support Centre (MIFSC) is accepting applications for a part-time contract Farm Friends Coordinator position in Vernon.This innovative new program will ultimately see individuals and families impacted by mental illness and/or problematic substance use working alongside other gardeners in a shared community space at Patchwork Farms.This position is the convening stage of a potentially two stage position. The second stage, if successful, would involve onsite gardening activities at Patchwork Farms.

The responsibilities for this ¿rst stage convening position include: • New program development • Conducting surveys and holding focus groups • Researching, preparing draft reports and background documentation • Supporting proposal development • Developing a monitoring / reporting system • Volunteer orientation, coordination and administration of the volunteer program • Collaborating with community partners • Other duties as assigned Preference will be given to the applicant who has: • Post-secondary education in Social Sciences or related experience • Some knowledge of sustainable gardening practices and food security issues • Ability to work with people experiencing various mental and physical health challenges • Knowledge of major mental illnesses, the mental health system and local agencies is an asset • Ability to do physical work in a farm environment • Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills • Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision • Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, non-pro¿t or publicly funded groups, agencies, and organizations • Proven organizational of¿ce skills • Pro¿ciency in all Microsoft Of¿ce programs including: Word, Publisher, Excel, Access, and Power Point • Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills • Publicity, public relations and community awareness skills • Clear criminal record check Terms: • Closing date: March 27, 2014 • Start date: As soon as possible • Hours: 10 week contract at 24 hours per week (possibility of extension if proceed to stage 2) • Wage: 19.50 per hour Please email your cover letter, resume and three references with a statement of how your skills, abilities will help us achieve our agency’s mission by March 27, 2014 to: The Hiring Committee Mental Illness Family Support Centre bcssvernon@shaw.ca

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The Morning Star is seeking to hire an individual to work 30 hrs. per week. The position is responsible for managing our carrier force, ensuring quality on-time delivery of our 3X weekly Award-Winning Community newspaper and our free Daily delivered Tuesday through Friday.

The job requires a versatile person who has strong communication skills, works well with the public and youth, multi tasks and can meet deadlines. Maintaining our data base and computer knowledge is required. A driver’s license and acceptable drivers abstract are essential.

The Morning Star is looking for someone with a little experience and a lot of enthusiasm - who can contribute to our excellent reputation in local communities.

The Morning Star is a member of Black Press Community News Media, an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio.

Please forward a resume by Wednesday, March 19, 2014 including cover letter and references to: Circulation Manager The Morning Star 4407 - 25 Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 Email: circulation@vernonmorningstar.com Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Wanted Immediately 4 local drivers; We require 4 class 1 drivers for local work; Duties include local deliveries in and around the Okanagan area as well as switches. Must be willing and able to work rotating weekends. Must have own transportation and be reliable.

Please fax resume with current abstract: 250-546-0600. Email parris@ricknickelltrucking.com no phone calls please.

We require long and short haul US capable drivers. We are an Okanagan based company with dedicated suppliers and customers and require drivers to fill their orders. Our short haul drivers primarily service the US northwestern with dedicated runs available and are home regularly, our long hauls drivers service the southwestern US and are home on a weekly basis for resets. We offer: Dedicated Tractors, US Medical Coverage, Company Cell phones, Direct deposit pay with no holdbacks. Dedicated lanes.

Rider Policy. All we need from you is US capabilities, border crossing experience and a professional attitude, Class 1 driver’s license and a clean abstract and are physically fit. Please fax or email your resume and abstract with US drivers in subject line to 250-546-0600 or email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phones calls or walk in’s please.

Education/Trade Schools TAYLOR PRO TRAINING LTD. CLASS 1-4 AND AIR BRAKE CERTIFICATION Providing Class 1-4 Driver Training as well as Airbrake Certification. 4406 29th St, Unit C. • Wed & Thurs Apr 9 & 10 • Sat & Sun Apr 26 & 27.

Call for more details.

250-542-6122.

Farm Workers SUN City Cherries 4759 Lakeshore Rd Kelowna req’s Farm Labourers. Pruning, picking, packing, sorting and general farm work. Seasonal. 40hrs/wk minimum 7days/wk. $10.33/hr 10 positions starting March 1, 2014. 100 positions starting July 1st. Email resume: suncitycherriesjobs@shaw.ca 250-764-1872

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EXPERIENCED LINE COOKS, PREP & DISHWASHERS May to September

Email resume to debrahanna@hotmail.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE WILL CONTACT FOR INTERVIEW

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GROWERS SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED is looking for a location manager in our Vernon, BC store. The successful candidate will be an outgoing sales leader with strong communication skills, relationship building ability and knowledge of crops grown in the area.

Experience in fertilizer and crop protection retail is highly preferred. This is a great opportunity with a well-established local company that offers competitive salary and benefits. Position is available immediately. Apply with resume to hr@growerssupply.biz or fax to 250-765-4545.

Cherry sorting positions available at Coral Beach Farms Ltd, Lake Country.

Must have previous cherry sorting experience. Applicant must be able to stand for long periods of time for 6-7 days a week, 10-12 hours a day beginning approximately July 15, 2014 and ending early September 2014. Accommodation and meals provided if required. Pay $10.33 per hour plus quality bonus. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or at jobs@coralbeach.ca

Production Line Sorters

PRODUCTION WORKERS Wood Productionpackaging,assembly, chop saws, Seasonal! $11.00/hr.

Fax resume to 250-545-7203 or email valleywoodreman@shaw.ca.

A 16 bed residential care facility is looking for

CASUAL LPN’S AND RCA’S

MUST have a minimum of 2 years experience in a hospital or care facility.

A current criminal record check and at least 3 references are a condition of hiring.

Please email resume to hearthstonevernon@yahoo.ca.

TORO’S PUB

SHORT ORDER COOK WANTED

PERMANENT POSITION AVAILABLE

Apply in person with resume 1220 Kal Lake Road.

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away!

Call Renee Hubert or Marie Harding Estate Administrators at 250-545-2136 to set up your FREE consultation in Vernon.

Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience.

BDO Canada Limited.

Trustee in Bankruptcy.

202-2706 30th Ave., Vernon , BC V1T 2B6

ARMSTRONG EXPERIENCED GROCERY STOCK CLERK We require an experienced Grocery Stock Clerk to join our team. Duties include stocking shelves, heavy lifting, inventory and merchandising skills. The ideal candidate would be able to lead in a supervisory role, delivering exceptional customer service in a fast paced environment. This is a great opportunity with a well established local company.

The position is full time and compensation will be based on experience. Please apply in person with resume along with references at the Askew’s Foods Armstrong office to Paul Lemaire.

Avtar Lit General farm labour required in Vernon. No experience necessary but must be able to learn quickly. Duties incl, but are not restricted to pruning, thinning & harvesting fruit. June 20 - Oct31, $10.33, 10hrs/day, 6days, 6162 Old Kamloops Rd COOK Req. F/T for Rosalinda’s Filipino Kitchen 2810 33rd Street Vernon, BC. $11.50/hr.

Cook / Prep / Clean. Filipino / Canadian experience & High School Preferred. Please send resume: t_smelser@yahoo.ca Frontline Traffic Control requires Certified experienced TCP, require own transportation, wages DOE. Reliable people need only apply. 250309-3452 before 6pm or Fax resume: 250-838-0896

Housekeeping Front Desk Staff. Housekeeping: previous exper helpful, but not nec.

Front desk: Computer proficiency or Wyndham Soft Hotel Prgm exper. is required. Great opportunity for a mature individual. Drop off resume w/reference to: 4006 32nd street, Vernon. No phone calls/faxes.

Metal roofing installer, shinglers & labours. Must have transportation. Call 250-3093157 or send resume to: curlyroof@gmail.com

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STORE MANAGER IN TRAINING

wanted to manage store & gas staƟon in Enderby. Reqmts incl 2 yrs relevant exp, budgeƟng, decision making, supervisory, communicaƟon, inventory, and merchandising skills. Must also be computer savvy.

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Vernon-based company seeks an

EXPERIENCED DELIVERY AND WAREHOUSE PERSON Duties include delivery of goods to customers, using company owned vehicles, throughout the Shuswap / Okanagan. Responsibilities also include warehouse duties, and shipping and receiving. The successful candidate must possess: an ability to work on their own or as a member of a team, experience in warehouse management and shipping / receiving, and a clean drivers¶ abstract. Salary commensurate with Tuali¿cations and experience.

Please provide a resume & drivers’ abstract to drivingcareersbc@gmail.com

SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND

Swan Lake Landscape division is looking for experienced landscapers for the spring of 2014. Must have at least 2 years landscape experience including bobcat operation, some knowledge of irrigation and basic knowledge of trees and shrubs.

A valid class 5 license with current abstract required. A good starting wage is offered to the successful applicants.

Please apply by email: admin@myswanlake.com Fax: 250-542-7952 or drop resume off at front till at the store.

All applications are to the Attn: Landscape Manager

SECRETARY I - RELIEF

(Part-Time — Permanent) Reporting to Director, Human Resources, this position performs routine secretarial, clerical and reception work under limited supervision.

Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is March 24, 2014. Please quote competition # 20-COV-14.

Seeking another experienced, tolerant, stress resistant and courageous full-time or part-time Legal Assistant.

Please apply with resume to: kernlaw@junction.net

#3 - 2908 - 32nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5M1 This year marks the 40th Anniversary for Westwood Electric as we continue to grow with our team of over 300 employees.

Since 1974, we have been providing electrical and instrumentation services to a wide range of industries across Western Canada. We currently have offices located in Vernon, BC, Leduc, AB and Prince Albert, SK. At Westwood, our people have always been our greatest asset. We strive to build lasting relationships with our employees through a flexible, responsive and sincere approach.

Westwood is currently recruiting for a Proposal Assistant to be based out of our Head Office in Vernon, BC. This opportunity calls for a detail oriented individual, who thrives in time sensitive situations to provide confidential administrative support and assist in the design, storage and finalization of completed project proposals.

The position will be accountable for a multitude of functions including but not limited to: - Administering document control on all incoming tender packages, including return communication to our customers - Conducting a thorough review of contractual documents to develop an understanding of bid requirements - Liaise with Westwood personnel to accumulate all bid specific documentation - Assist in the preparation of comprehensive, customer specific project proposals - Compile all tender documentation into a final customer proposal for review and submission - Prepare and maintain all customer pre-qualification forms and websites The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and qualifications: - Comprehensive understanding of MS Office in its entirety - Detailed, organized & results oriented personality - The ability to break down and comprehend contractual language - Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills - Business Administration Certificate or Diploma is an asset All applications will be handled in confidence and should be e-mailed quoting the job title and posting #14-03 HRBC to: jobs@westwoodcompanies.com or fax to: (250) 542-8586.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Vitamin Customer Service Rep Nature’s Fare Markets in Vernon is looking for a qualified part-time Vitamin Customer Service team member. The successful applicant must have an extensive knowledge of Vitamins, Natural Health, and be willing to work in a strong team environment. The successful applicant should also have proficiency for excellence in customer service and strong leadership skills. We offer a competitive wage, benefits and a positive working environment. Applicants must be willing to work weekends and be flexible on availability.

Please forward all applications to: Nature’s Fare Markets Attention: Laurie Rodger #104 - 3400 30th Avenue Vernon, B.C. V1T 2E2 Or E-mail to laurie_rodger@naturesfare.com

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 3105 - 33rd Street, Vernon Tel: 250-545-2215 Email: info@futuresbc.com www.futuresbc.com

The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Advertising Sales Consultant The Vernon Morning Star has an opportunity for an Advertising Sales Consultant, a result-oriented individual who enjoys working independently. Candidates for this position will possess the ability to develop new business and create strong marketing programs for our print and online publications. The winning candidate will be a team player who is organized, competitive and driven to help clients develop their marketing strategies. You have built your career on relationships and understand the importance on consulting with clients about their objectives and developing solutions that help them achieve their goals.

Our environment is fast-paced and no two days are the same. A valid driver’s license and a vehicle in good working condition is required for this position.

Reply in confidence with resumé by March 21, 2014, attention: Ian Jensen 4407 - 25 Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 Fax: 250-558-3468 Email: publisher@vernonmorningstar.com No phone calls, please.

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ROOFING Glendale Roofing & Renovations Seniors Discount Free Estimates Emergency Repairs

We guarantee our workmanship at an affordable price. Book now!

Cliff Battensby 250-308-1193

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

L. McCoy Bookkeeping Certified Bookkeeper 778-475-4905 lmccoybookkeeping@yahoo.com

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- Personal & small business tax returns - Reasonable prices - Pickup & delivery your oĸce/home

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Concrete - Foundations Concrete - Concrete Floors “All Your Concrete Needs” - Driveways - Retaining Walls SENIORS DISCOUNT - Sidewalks/Curbs Ph: 558-5452 • Cell: 308-8268 - Suspended Slabs

Construction - Framing - Siding/Roofing Hardi Plank/Vinyl - Decks/Patios - Renos Complete - Post & Beam

PAINTING JACK WESSELL PAINTING INTERIOR PAINTING

TRIM - DOORS - WALLS - CEILINGS FREE ESTIMATES - WORK GUARANTEED CALL JACK 250-308-2870 cell

Since 1989 - Free Estimates

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FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE DAVE OR GUY

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FULL HOUSE PAINTER Tony Ventresca 250.309.1217 fullhousepainter@shaw.ca

painting & handyman services pressure washing

SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS

Repaints our specialty • Also T-bar Installed! g • 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 URRPV IRU (2 coats any colour)

INCOME TAX SERVICE E-FILE

Specializing in Small Businesses

250-545-8294

CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663

CONCRETE PEOPLES CHOICE

CONCRETE WORK

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

Driveways, Retaining walls, Patios, Decks, Sidewalks & steps FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

250-545-6251 24/7 • In Vernon since 1973

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No job too small!

250-542-8368 (Home)

Dennis

250-307-6484 (Cell)

LANDSCAPING EVERCARE LANDSCAPING

• HEDGE & SHRUB, TRIM & SHAPE • FRUIT TREE PRUNING • TREE REMOVAL • WEEDS • MOW • PLANT • CLEAN-UP • DUMP HAUL

RES & COMM • VERNON & AREA

250-558-5342 • 250-550-9405

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OK Landing Lawn & Garden Commercial • Residential • Strata Mowing • Shrub & Hedge Shaping Pruning • Leaf Removal • Nutrient Management Call or text Jake 250-550-5849 Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading

• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies

CARWAY STUCCO New Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs 25 + years Experience

Ph: 307-0387

WHITESTONE •PAINTING •HANDYMAN •RENOVATIONS

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JOB JAR Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations

Authorized Dealer 250-542-8191 • 4620-23rd Street Mon-Fri:7:30am-5pm • Saturday: 8am-4pm Sunday: 10am-2pm APRIL - JUNE

www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.

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WINDOWS & DOORS Windows, Doors & now...

KITCHEN CABINETS!!

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Renovation Specialists - We Can Do It! NEW Quality Professional Installations

www.odws.ca

Showroom 2001 - 43 St, Vernon BC • 250-542-1294

1044 Middleton Way, Vernon

• New Construction or Renovations • Installations • Milgard Vinyl, Fiberglass & Aluminum Windows • Interior & Exterior Doors • FREE ESTIMATES Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 • Phone (250) 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977

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Employment Medical/Dental CDA with experience and Prostho Module at a busy dental office. Part time for Mat Leave. Drop resume at 3102 34th St, Vernon, BC, or fax 250-545-8942 or email dr.craiggoplen@shawbiz.ca

Trades, Technical LICENSED PLUMBER/ GAS FITTER

Req. at Canuck Mechanical in Prince George Must have exp. doing service work & be proficient with trouble shooting heating systems & plumbing problems.

Top wages & benefits Email resume to: canuckm@telus.net

Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 A1. Dump runs, yard/home clean up, weed whacking, painting. 250-550-4256

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

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Rubbish Removal

Pets

Misc. for Sale

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

WESTSIDE Post Pounding & Farm Fencing. Great rates!

Call 250-308-5403.

*1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449

Pom/Poodle/ Shitzhu cross, 11 weeks old, paper trained. shots, dewormed, 3 males, 1 female. $400.250-308-1950.

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REG Bluenose APBT puppies for sale. Razors Edge/Gotti bloodlines, all blue/white markings. 250-8773564 or email northernflower9@hotmail.com for pics/info

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250-309-1742

Handypersons Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care.

Pressure Washing.

Gutter cleaning, tree trimming,local moves.Kris 250-308-4100.

Kitchen Cabinets Bring your Cabinets back to life with Remedy Cabinets.

Renewing and Updating with savings for 22 years. Free estimates 250-309-9673

Moving & Storage 8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, Sale or Lease.

U1ST - MOVING 2 men on a two ton truck. $70/hr.

Call 250-859-8362.

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

Learn to play Piano/Keyboard. Polson Park Music School. Lessons only $11 per hr 250-542-0800

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3 Rooms For $299,

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

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

(1) 250-899-3163

2 Coats Any Colour

Rubbish Removal Affordable dump runs. Make the right call. Beat any quote.

Kris 250-308-4100.

Landscaping

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Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading

• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies

Authorized Dealer

250-542-8191 • 4620-23rd Street Mon-Fri:7:30am-5pm • Saturday: 8am-4pm Sunday: 10am-2pm APRIL - JUNE

We haul more for less.

DAILY DUMP RUNS 4 Trucks serving Vernon 7 Days a week

250-766-3835

Merchandise for Sale

Pets & Livestock

Appliances

Equestrian

General Electric full size concept 2 clothes Dryer, good cond. $110. (250)503-7309

FARRIER, BWFA cert. Shoeing, Trims 250-792-2112, 250509-4138. farrier_8@live.com

Feed & Hay Grinrod Feed Store now open on Tomkinson Road. Just down the road from Sure Crop Feeds. Order bulk grain mini bags (totes). Great selection of bagged feed.

Debit/credit cards accepted. 250-309-4835 to order mini bags. 8am-6pm Monday to Friday.

Hay for sale.Grass hay alfalfa grass mix 1st cut. 250-5451817.

Square bails,100 good quality.

Will deliver 250-542-6349

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$500 & Under SINGER 360 Knitting machine punchcard-ribber many attachments- books $450., Connair professional steamer, 1500w, $50. 1 (250)832-4399

Estate Sales Living, Dining & Bedroom furniture, Grandfather clock to medical bed. (250)545-5597

Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available.

250-260-7932

Furniture

1 Black Angus Bull, 1 York/Landrace X Boar & 1977 Ford 500 single axle grain Truck with a drill fill for sale.

(250)546-9766

SLIDE INTO COMFORT w/ A BRAND NEW QUEEN MATTRESS $160. Still in plastic, mfg. warranty.

250.870.2562

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END HOMELESSNESS & SUFFERING

88 Toro 8HP Rearbag Ride-on mower. Runs Great $300.

(250)307-0009 “Old pharts used parts” misc lawn & garden tractor parts attachments 250-307-0009

Call the Animal Care Society @ (250) 542-7203 for info about our lifesaving programs: • spay/neuter • Feral cat trap/neuter/ return • Spayed/neutered barn cat adoptions WE ARE NOT A SHELTER - WE HELP REDUCE THE NEED FOR A SHELTER

Heavy Duty Machinery SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-260-0217.

Brussells Griffon x Schnauzer puppy.

9/12lb.

Phone:250548-3039 or 250-540-0754 Miniature Eskimo pups, 2 males. Beautiful championship line. Vet checked, micro chipped. (250)545-1155

Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240

Computer Services

Computer Services

Medical Supplies

www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.

Livestock

Livestock

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 Financial Services

We Do It All! iPhone 4, 4S & 5 Repair PC Windows Fixing Hard Drive Data Recovery 19 years serving the community

KELPRO COMPUTERS 2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 558-0561

Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.

FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties

CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259 1 carton (20 pieces) fine lish blue & white china, ters, dinner plates, etc,$100.; Other Misc.

545-0444.

Engplatcups 250-

3 large cabinets w/glass doors 6ft high $40ea or 3/$90, Golf bag w/gloves/cart $30, Bandsaw metal cutting 3/4hpmotor $100obo, Old style school desk $30. 778-475-7230 Back 40 Scrap & Salvage.

Free metal pickup & drop off site. Up to $100 for complete vehicles. Call 250-309-6107 IPHONE CASE Brand new, never used Iphone 5 Lifeproof.Multiple colors. Asking $15.00.

250-549-1489 or text 250-306-8489 for details.

Moving sale 2 tvs, surround stereo, 2 couches, chairs, small kitchen appls, dishes, air conditioner, fans, dresser etc.

For info call 250-308-5155

Vernon

250-549-7258 QUESTIONS ABOUT BUYING OR SELLING?

Need a trusted person to speak to in confidence and without pressure?

I’m your gal and I don’t bite.

Beth Marks 250-306-2384 Sutton Realtor ®

Mobile Homes & Parks Best pad in park with 3 bdrm double wide, custom cabinets.

Interior drywalled. $85,000.

250-542-8406.

REDUCED TO SELL!!!

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Park Model and Lot for sale # 98 Swan Lake RV resort.

Lakefront Air Conditioning Loads of natural light Clean and well kept Low maintenance

$190,000.00 O.B.O. Call to view:

NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 New Dewalt Table Saw on stand & blades $250; Skill saw $50.; B.E. Pressure Washer 3100psi $250.; Upright 12cu.ft GE Freezer. $200. (250)5452721 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances.

Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 Water cooler(hot & cold)- $65 electric rotisserie oven - $65; 3/4 violin - $90; cast iron free weights -70¢/lb; soft guitar case - $35 Mark, 250-3082576 for pictures http://www .kijiji.ca/v-view-dtails.html?aId =573658394&uuid=144b195dfba0- a20b-2683-704ffffffc79

Misc. Wanted Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Estates, Gold & Silver Coins + 863-3082 Chad Coin Op Washing/Dryer machines. Any condition. Can pick up. 250-549-0644 COLLECTOR looking to buy a coin collection. Also looking for coins, bars, medals, ingots from Royal Canadian Mint, Franklin Mint, US Mint & others. Todd 250-864-3521 I make house calls!

PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556

Real Estate For Sale By Owner PENTICTON 4 bdrm, 2 ba, 2nd kitch, XL deck/yard/parking, newer high eff. gas furnace, a/c, appl., heated workshop, close to shopping, bus, great area, call to view 778476-6239 day or 250-4909890 eve. or open house Sun Mar 16 noon-2pm. 170 Pineview Place. $379,900 photos on Craigslist Mar 11

250-308-7862

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon BACHELOR Neat & clean bachelor apt.

FS, private balcony, covered parking, on-site laundry, on bus route, close to grocery, new carpets. Sorry, NS, NP. $550/mo.

Available immediately.

GOLF RIDGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, FS, DW, WD, adult oriented.

Sorry, NS, NP. $775/mo. + utilities.

Available April 1

250-542-5580 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 1 bedroom $600. Suitable for 1 person. NO PETS, PARTIES, SMOKING OR DRUGS. Quiet adult blding, hydro not Incld.

Ready for April.

Ph 250 558 5020 1bdrm apt. near Hospital, laundry, heat, water, F/S, parking incl. $650. NS, Pets neg, Ref’s req. (250)542-7982

Homes for Rent

Financial Services We have qualified tenants…

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HOUSES • APARTMENTS • DUPLEXES • SUITES • TOWNHOMES CONDOMINIUMS • COMMERCIAL • ADULT COMMUNITIES For more details call our office or visit:

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Bachelor suite, shared washrooms, some furnished with TV. $500 including utilities & cable TV. vernonhomes.ca/forrent

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

Hilltop Manor 4001 - 34A Street, Vernon 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units available starting at $650 per month.

Secure, Monitored, Covered Parking On Site Laundry Some Pets Okay Phone 250-351-5695 to view

Columbia Apartments Available March 1 st

Large 1 bedroom apartment Close to downtown.

Seniors building.

No Pets. Non-smoking.

To view call

250-545-1519 1bdrm East Hill & Bach suite, Avail Apr 1, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, onsite laundry. 250-260-5870 1LARGE 2bdrm apt. $750 /mo.+hydro, prefer NO PETS (will consider small pet) Avail Now. 250-869-9788.

2 bdrm 1 bath condo, avail now.$800 per month + util.,250-306-2049.

Enderby clean quiet 2 bdrm, a/c, laundry in bldg. ref’s req’d 250-308-9299.

HILLSIDE TERRACE. 39th Ave, ADULT, clean & well maintained; 1 bdrm & 1 bdrm + den N/S, N/P 250-545-5773

Commercial/ Industrial NEAR HOME BUILDING CENTRE Overhead door - 9’x9’, 1528 ft. $1100 month gross Call Ray @ 250-549-0198

5000sqft bldg. & fenced outdoor storage in Kelowna at a great deal! Call 250-878-6455 Great location for lease. Retail/office, 1315sf, 3414 Coldstream Ave, 22 car parking, next to Teeter Totter Toy, $1314.+3N Avail May 1, Call Rick 1-250-770-0903

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Apt/Condo for Rent

250-550-2120

Apt/Condo for Rent

Family Oriented Complex Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets.

Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area.

Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”.

Serious inquires call …

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REQUEST FOR QUOTE # REC-14-23 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES - CIVIC & RECREATION SERVICES PROPERTIES Confidential faxed quotations will be received by the Procurement Services Manager at 250-550-3523 or emailed to sshannon@vernon.ca or delivered in a clearly marked sealed envelope to the Operation Services Office, 1900 - 48 Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 8Y7, up to 3:00 pm local time, April 7, 2014 for the following services: To provide seasonal landscape maintenance for various civic & recreation services property grounds The work involves mowing, line trimming of all grassed lawn areas, weeding, sweeping pathways and sidewalks, daily checks of waste receptacles & litter collection.

April 15, 2014 - October 31, 2014 April 1, 2015 - October 31, 2015 Bonafide Contractors are invited to attend a non-mandatory information meeting held on March 27, 2014 at 10:00 am at Operations Yard Office, 1900 - 48th Avenue, Vernon, BC. Further information, Quote forms and Scope of Work may be obtained from www.vernon.ca or the office of the Procurement Services Manager between the hours of 8:00 - 4:30 Monday to Friday.

The City of Vernon reserves the right to accept or reject all or any Quotes and to accept the Quote in total or in part, or to accept the Quote which it deems most favourable in the interest of the City of Vernon.

The lowest or any Quote will not necessarily be accepted.

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RENT TO OWN

1-bdrm f/s, dw, shared laundry, $685. Incl, cable, util, internet, n/p, n/s, no parties, suits prof female, Avail Apr 1 250-558-0142 leave msg 2bdrm $825.; in 4plex. n/s, n/p Utils/laundry incl Family oriented Avail now 250-938-8576 2bdrm Clean, cozy, and quiet, Avail April 1 or sooner. Gas fireplace, purified water, close to amenities, n/s, no pets $725 +utilities. 250-545-0883 2bed+den ground ste, Easthill New kitchen & paint, sep ent & laundry, a/c. 250-308-2279 $750. 2 bed, Lower East Hill.

1-250-762-5459 Mission Hill, lrg 2bdrm bsmt, new paint, rugs, $850 mo, n/s,n/p, near bus, school, w/d, util incl., avail now. 250-5584836.

Spacious 1bdrm suite in Christian home in Coldstream, 8 min from d/t.Prvte ent $750. util,cable & wifi incl.,ns, w/d, suit single profs.250-558-9800

Rentals

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm 1ba, newly reno’d. $850+60% util. w/d hookup. n/s, n/p. Av now 250-309-4657 2-bdrm, 1-bath, Ok lake view, deck, newly reno’d, f/s, w/d hookup, carport, n/s, n/p, Ref, $700+util (250)542-0892

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• 3 bdrm exec. home, Predator Ridge. 5 appliances, garage, deck, wet bar. Upscale living. Access to fitness centre & amenities. $1950.

vernonhomes.ca/forrent

VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon EAST HILL Oldtimer 3 bdrm house, FS, WD, close to elementary, fenced yard, full basement.

Sorry, NS, NP. $950/mo.

Available April 1.

LOWER MISSION HILL 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1/2 duplex, neat & clean, private back patio, FS, WD, flat screen TV & FP. Sorry, NS, NP. $1100/mo. includes sewer & water.

Available April 1.

250-542-5580

250-309-1199

Or email glenncolwell7@gmail.com 3-bdrm house downtown Vernon, $500/month.

(250)5423276 3br 1.5bath, reno, top floor of house, no dogs/drugs, $1,000 util inclu, aval 1-250-707-0604 or cell 1-250-801-1060 4bdrm+loft East Hill, f/s, dw, w/d, lrg yard, n/s. Avail April 1. $1500 + utils. (250)308-4940 AFFORDABLE LUXURY BETTER THAN NEW Completely redone beauty, over 2100 sq ft on one level. Many features not found in an new home in this price range. 9 new app. 4 rooms with fireplaces, huge birch kitchen, hardwood and tile flooring, built in wall to wall entertainment centre, huge garage, lots of parking. Country setting, Vernon area. Compare value $479,900.

403-540-2991 www.vernonrural.com

Motels,Hotels 1BDRM, quiet, N/S, kitchenette, walk-out. Weekly/monthly $600-$630. Call 250-558-6837

Shared Accommodation

3bdrm, 1325 sq ft, 5-appl, central location, n/s, n/p, $1200.incl util. 250-558-3664

1bdrm, D.T. from $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644

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Take notice that pursuant to Warehouse Lien Act, Spall Storage Center of 1390 Pleasant Valley Rd., Armstrong, B.C. will dispose of all goods and chattels of Extreme Metal Polishing (Ron Sewell). Notice is hereby given that on March 31, 2014, contents will be sold by public or private sale to satisfy indebtness to Spall Storage Center.

Townhouses Armstrong 2bdrm, 2bath 1 level TH, 5 apps, n/s, n/p, Apr 1 $1,100. 250-260-6002

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts Free complete set of seats.

VW Jetta fits 95-98. Excellent.

Canopy import truck.Text or msg 250-549-0764 FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty.

250-542-2685.

WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994.

Armstrong. 250-546-9055.

Lets You Live Life.

Scrap Car Removal AAA SCRAP REMOVAL. WE WILL BEAT ALL COMPETITORS PRICING, 250-801-4199

#Midvalley Autohaul will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles.

(250)808-1894

Trucks & Vans 2003 Ford Ranger Edge 2wd 156k Km 5sp new snow tires excellent condition ask $4,900 250 215 4246

2003 Pontiac Montana van, fully loaded, mounted summers/winters, 225K.Asking $3500. OBO. 250-260-7936 or 250-309-4623.

2005 2500 HD Chev, diesel, long box, 173K hwy, exc cond. towpkg $19,000. 250-517-9549 2006 GMC 3500 CC dually, 4x4 auto, 6L, flat deck with hidden 5th wheel 137K. $10,750. obo. 250-307-3170 SPRING SPECIAL We Rebuild Diesel & Gas Engines & CYL heads. Full warranty. Call AGC at 250-832-1903

Auto Loans. All Credit Approved. Bad Credit Guru. www.badcreditguru.com or call 1.844.843.4878

Suites, Upper 2br $750 util inclu, no dogs/drugs, available 1-250707-0604 or cell 250-801-1060 3 bdrm upper, pet ok., n/s $1,000 + util. Avail immed.

Armstrong. 250-307-4919.

Bright 3bdrm, 1.5 bath East Hill, n/s, no cats, $1300 incl utilities. (250)549-0738

Transportation

Boats Since 1969

Cars - Domestic 1999 Saturn station wagon, 259,000 kms, very reliable, clean, good rubber, auto, PW and locks, no issues! $2,900 OBO, second rims & summers also for sale. 250-545-1068, email: vaotto@shaw.ca 2010 Honda Civic Si 6 sp 47,000 km v-tech Dohc w 197 hp recaro seats performance suspension and tires (summer & snows) fully maintained. $16,900. 250-215-4246

Cars - Sports & Imports $19.99 Special

advertise your vehicle in the Classified section 3 lines or less for $19.99 including tax. Add $5.00 to put in a photo. Call 250-550-7900

Recreational/Sale Thinking About Selling Your RV, Car or Truck? Tesko Auto Sales Park & Sell Program.

250-938-1258 www.teskovernon.com

Scrap Car Removal #1AA Auto Recycler’s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 250-558-8855

Sales & Service Ltd.

Now Your Authorized

Load My Boat Dealer We carry the full product line in stock.

Sales and installation now available.

Call today for a free quote 250-545-5101 kenkraftsalesltd@shaw.ca Dealer #5529

Adult Escorts Jessica ,blonde, BBW, model, specials, DD, beautiful & Independent 250-540-8064.

MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048 *NiKKi* 38DDD, seductive beauty.

Prefer text (250)-308-2623.

SOOO SEXY SANDY The Original K-Town Girl. 38D, 29, 34. Let’s Play! 878-1514 Vernon’s Best! New Grand Location! Discrete, Upscale, Beautiful Attendants. In/out Spoil yourself! 250-307-8174.

Hiring!

NOTICE OF INTENT RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT APPLICATIONS FOR: 1) Food-Primary Endorsement An application has been received for Village Green Hotel (4801 27 Street). The applicant is requesting a Food-Primary Entertainment Endorsement to permit patron participation entertainment (dancing in designated banquet facilities).

Pursuant to Section 11.3 of the Liquor Control & Licensing Act and Council direction, comments are being sought from the public on the above noted applications, with comments being forwarded to: CITY OF VERNON Attn: Dale Rintoul, Manager, Current Planning 3400 - 30th Street, OR via fax (250-545-5309) OR via email (drintoul@vernon.ca)

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To ensure the consideration of your views, written comments from the public are requested to be submitted to the City prior to Friday, March 28, 2014. Please include your name and address with the comments.

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“You are my pride and joy”

Love you lots, Nana

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Cold Night, Warm hearts

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Bev Vandall (left) and Janice Nicol (right), with CUPE Local 626 which includes employees at the City of Vernon, District of Coldstream, Duteau Water Treatment Plant and the Vernon Golf and Country Club, present Upper Room Mission fundraising director Lisa Anderson with $1,800, the amount raised by members for the Coldest Night of the Year walk.

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Ladies are invited to feed their need for health and fitness while feeding the need of hunger for the less fortunate.

The 2014 Curves Food Drive is underway until March 23 across the U.S. and Canada, including Vernon.

This year, Curves is inviting both nonmembers and members to take part in the food drive by bringing in a bag of nonperishable food or a monetary contribution of at least $30 to be donated to a local community food bank.

All new members who make a food or monetary donation will receive a $0 service fee when joining Curves as either a Fitness or Curves Complete member.

“Once again we are honored to offer the Curves Food Drive as a unique way for the community to come together and feed the needs of local food banks while simultaneously feeding the need for women’s health and fitness,” said Angela Yablonski of Curves of Vernon. “This year, donations will benefit Salvation Army Food Bank.”

Now in its 16th year, the Curves Food Drive has gathered and donated more than 75 million lbs. of food to benefit local community food banks.

Over the years, Curves members have participated in unique ways including friendly inclub competitions and grocery cart parades.

For more information, visit Curves.com or Curves of Vernon at #1 2901 27th St. or call 250-503-1129.

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anadian citizenship should not be simply a passport of convenience but rather a pledge of mutual responsibility and a shared commitment to values rooted in our history.

The Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act, Bill C-24, will replace the antiquated 1977 act by introducing changes that will reinforce the value of citizenship while ensuring the integrity of the immigration system is protected.

It will streamline Canada’s citizenship program by reducing the decision-making

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City of Vernon Spring Chipping … Don’t Miss Out! The Corporation of the City of Vernon will provide curbside pickup of residential prunings on the following dates in 2014 City of Vernon & Foothills

March 25 - March 28; April 1 - April 4

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process from three steps to one so that by 2015/16, this change will bring the average processing time for citizenship applications down to under a year and, the current backlog is projected to be reduced by more than 80 per cent.

This Colin Mayes bill will also ensure citizenship applicants maintain strong ties to Canada.

It will provide a clearer indication that the “residence” period to qualify for citizenship requires a physical presence in Canada.

More applicants will now be required to meet language requirements and pass a knowledge test, to ensure that they are better prepared to fully participate in Canadian

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society.

I am pleased to see that the bill will also have new provisions to help individuals with strong ties to Canada, by automatically extending citizenship to additional “lost Canadians” who were born before 1947, as well as to their children born in the first generation outside Canada.

Included in this legislation are stronger penalties for fraud and misrepresentation (a maximum fine of $100,000 and/or five years in prison), as well as expanding the grounds to bar an application for citizenship to include foreign criminality which will help improve program integrity.

C-24 will bring Canada in-line with most of our peer countries by providing that citizenship can be revoked from dual nationals who are convicted of ter-

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This program is funded by residential garbage customers and is provided on the same day and location as regular garbage pickup. Missed piles not reported to The City of Vernon within 24 hours after the second week will not be picked up. As the service provides only 10 minutes maximum chipping per customer each week, please observe the following:

rorism, high treason, and spying offences (depending on the sentence received), or who take up arms against Canada.

Permanent residents who commit these acts will be barred from applying for citizenship.

In recognizing the important contributions of those who serve Canada in uniform, permanent residents who are members of the Canadian Armed Forces will have quicker access to Canadian citizenship.

The act also stipulates that children born to Canadian parents serving abroad as servants of the Crown will be able to pass on Canadian citizenship to children they have or adopt outside of Canada.

Our government believes Canadian citizenship is more than a passport of convenience. It should promote attachment to Canada and Canadian values, and it comes with rights, freedoms, and responsibilities.

Colin Mayes is Okanagan-Shuswap MP.

• Do not pile with neighbour’s chipping

Kids map their tap

• Do not tie with wire

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• No roots or dirt in pile

Kids have a chance to take part in Canada Water Week, March 17 to 23.

The 4th annual Okanagan WaterWise Challenge kicks off Monday, where classes and individuals throughout the Okanagan, from kindergarten to Grade 12, are invited to ‘Map their Tap’ and submit multimedia entries, telling where their water comes from, and why it’s important to conserve and keep it clean.

Contest prizes include a two-hour boat cruise on Okanagan Lake for a private class lesson on Okanagan water, presented by the Okanagan Science Centre, as well as pizza parties and pool passes.

For contest details visit www.OkWaterWise.ca.

• Same day/location as garbage pickup

• Pile thorns separately • No branches or tree trunks more than 4” in diameter • Stack all prunings with butt ends facing street or lane.

Tangled piles or excessive volumes may result in material left behind, therefore property owners can hire a chipper or haul to the landfill.

Customers using bin service must make their own arrangements to dispose of prunings.

Greater Vernon Recycling & Disposal Facility (Sanitary Landfill) is located 6 km south of Vernon off Hwy 97 (120 Birnie Road). Hours of operation: from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information call the Regional District of North Okanagan at 250-550-3700 or go to www.rdno.ca.

For further chipping information, please call 250-549- 6757.

Vernon Water Reclamation Centre Maintenance Notice The Vernon Water Reclamation Centre with be conducting spring maintenance work, commencing the week of March 17th. An efford will be made to minimize any odors leaving the facility, however some odors may be unavoidable. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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B.C. sticking to river treaty tom fletcher Black Press

The B.C. government wants to keep the 50-year-old Columbia River Treaty with the U.S. and recalculate the power, flood control and other benefits it provides.

Energy Minister Bill Bennett announced the decision Thursday to stick with the treaty and try to convince the U.S. government it is a fair deal. B.C. gets “downstream benefits” worth between $100 and $300 million a year from the treaty, and the U.S. has suggested that is too much.

“We believe, with all

due respect to the U.S., that if all of the benefits in the U.S. are identified and valued, that in fact Canada probably does not receive enough,” Bennett said Thursday.

“There hasn’t been a major flood in the U.S. since the Canadian dams were constructed,” Bennett said.

“Before the Canadian dams were constructed, there were some horrible floods causing loss of life and billions of dollars of damage. So the treaty was negotiated 50 years ago on the basis of producing power and controlling floods.”

The treaty has no expiry date, but it contains a 10-year termination clause that can be invoked by either country.

The U.S. State Department has the final say on whether it will continue the treaty or give notice to withdraw by 2024.

Officials at the Portland-based Bonneville Power Administration have recommended a “modernized framework that balances power production, flood risk management, and ecosystem-based function as the primary purposes addressed in the trea-

ty, while also meeting other congressionally authorized purposes of the U.S. project, such as irrigation and navigation.”

On the B.C. side, dams on the Columbia system provide about half of the province’s current electricity supply.

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BUTCHER BOYS

Prices in effect from Friday, March 14 to Sunday, March 23, 2014

CASE LOT SALE

CHICKEN BREASTS 4.99

PEPPERONI FREYBE. DRY.

500 GR EA.

8.99

STEAKS

FROZEN. WILD. OCEANWISE.

riced Butcher Boy P

LB.

10.99

500 GR EA.

5.99

2 12.00

HARVEST. REGULAR OR APPLEWOOD. SINGLE … $6.99 EA.

GRIMM’S. ASSORTED VARIETIES.

FOR

500 GR

375 GR EA.

5.99

SAUSAGES

EZ CARVE HAMS STUFFED CHICKEN

5 LB. BOX EA.

Butcher Boy Priced

PORK OR BREAKFAST

14.99

BONELESS.

LB.

4.49

FROZEN. CORDON SWISS OR BROCCOLI & CHEESE

4 PACK

EA.

10.00

5.99

GREEN GIANT ASSORTED VARIETIES.

CANNED 12x341 ML • 12x398 ML. Case Lot WORKS OUT TO APPROX 83¢ EA.

INDIVIDUAL PRICE ................................... 69 EA.

Price…

9.99

BREAD WHITE OR 60% WHOLE WHEAT

riced Butcher Boy P 850 GR - 1.35 KG

INDIVIDUAL PRICE ................................... 99 EA.

¢

¢

8.99

UNSWEETENED ORANGE. 12x1 LITRE. WORKS OUT TO …

APPROX 1.00 EA. Case Lot Price ¢

INDIVIDUAL PRICE ................................... 89¢ EA.

700 GR

HONEY

PURE LIQUID. LOCALLY PRODUCED .............................. 1 KG

8.49 PASTAS 12.99 RICE 9.99

CATELLI SPAGHETTI, MACARONI AND SPAGHETTINI ..........................4 KG

DRAGON KING LONG GRAIN WHITE RED BAG ........................... 20 LBS.

FRUIT CUPS

DELMONTE PEACHES, VERY CHERRY, PEACH MEDLEY ........................... 16x142 ML

BX BRAND MENNONITE SAUSAGE

8.99

779 - 900 GR

........................ 12

5.99 POPCORN 6.99

ORVILLE REDENBACHER “POP UP BOWL” ASSORTED VARIETIES 10 PACK ... 700-820 GR WESTERN FAMILY JUMBO

PAPER TOWEL

4.99

Butcher Boy Priced

............. 6

PACK

SNOBOY

DOLE PINEAPPLE

EA.

.69 EA.

ASSORTED VARIETIES 12 x 398 ML

7.99

.79

HUNTS TOMATO SAUCE

10.99

.99

TRI-V DOG FOOD

5.99

.35

8.99

.79

GOLD SEAL TUNA

19.99

1.99

DELMONTE “NO SUGAR” FRUIT

MR. NOODLE RAMEN NOODLES ASSORTED VARIETIES 24 X 85 GR

OR APPROX. .25 EA.

HEINZ TOMATO JUICE

BECEL SOFT

OR APPROX.

BAG

.99

WESTERN FAMILY 126’S

+ Dep. and Enviro

SELECTED VARIETIES.

24 x 355 ML

........................... 6

.................................. 48’S

Butcher Boy Priced

.......................... 20

GARBAGE BAGS

iced Butcher Boy Pr

................................................. 40’S

3.99

+ Dep. and Enviro

EGGO WAFFLES

iced Butcher Boy Pr

SIFTO CRYSTAL PLUS

PACK

FLAKES LIGHT AND CHUNK LIGHT IN WATER 6 X 170 GR

EA.

OR APPROX. 1.67 EA.

6.99

9.99 FACIAL TISSUE WATER CONDITIONING SALT 4.99 5.99 iced

DICED 12 X 1 KG

ASSORTED VARIETIES 12 X 680 - 709 GR

EA.

OR APPROX. .75 EA.

McCAIN’S HASHBROWNS

KELLOGGS ORIGINAL & BLUEBERRY

KG

Butcher Boy Pr

WESTERN FAMILY

ASSORTED VARIETIES 12 X 156 GR

CASE & ITEM SIZE

KG

PASTA SAUCE

PREGO ORIGINAL, MUSHROOMS

Butcher Boy Priced

.......................... 1.75

L

4.99

1 KG

HEINZ FAMILY SIZE

8.99

WESTERN FAMILY INSTANT

100% NATURAL. CREAMY AND CRUNCHY

23.99

1.19

14.99

1.39

6.99

1.29

17.99

1.79

OR APPROX. 1.25 EA. OR APPROX. 1.17 EA. OR APPROX. 1.50 EA.

EA.

EA.

EA.

EA.

...................................... 1.8

KG

PACE “CHUNKY” MILD, MEDIUM

iced

Butcher Boy Pr

.............................. 1.7

6.99

SALSA

L

iced

........................1.5

HOT CHOCOLATE

Butcher Boy Priced

KETCHUP

Butcher Boy Pr

6.99

LITRE

750 GR - 1.1 KG

4.99 ROGERS EGGS 2.79 GRANOLA Butcher Boy Priced

WESTERN FAMILY GRADE A, WHITE, LARGE ......................... DOZEN

POTATO CHIPS

OLD DUTCH “DOUBLE CRUNCH” ASSORTED VARIETIES ............................ 235 GR

2.99

ASSORTED VARIETIES

700 - 750 GR

#1 IMPORTED

CALIFORNIA GROWN

Butcher Boy Priced

Butcher Boy Priced

MIXED COLOURS

Butcher Boy Priced

GRAPEFRUIT GALA APPLES PEPPERS CARROTS

3.49 2.99 69 3.49 2.99 LB.

¢

BUTCHER BOYS

2 LB.

BAG

Prices in effect from Friday, March 14 to Sunday, March 23, 2014

5 LB.

BAG

2 5.00 FOR

ASSORTED VARIETIES

LOCAL OKANAGAN GROWN

BAG

SINGLE PRICE

5.79 OATS

FLORIDA RED

3 LB.

CASE PRICE OR APPROX. 1.00 EA.

ASSORTED VARIETIES 12 x 398 ML

EA.

8.99

COKE, SPRITE, CANADA DRY ADAM’S PEANUT ROGERS BUTTER GINGER ALE PORRIDGE

MARGARINE

............................... 1.81

OR APPROX. .92 EA.

HUNTS TOMATO PASTE

EA.

EA.

OR APPROX. .62 EA.

ORIGINAL 12 X 398 ML

EA.

+ Dep. and Enviro

iced Butcher Boy Pr

RUSSET POTATOES 10 LB.

10 KG

14.99

WHOLE BEAN ASSORTED VARIETIES.

PACK

INDIVIDUAL PRICE ................................. 1.19 EA.

ASSORTED VARIETIES 24 X 156 GR

iced

GRANOLA BARS

23.99

FRISKIES CAT FOOD

KG

Butcher Boy Priced

RED KIDNEY. ASSORTED VARIETIES. 24 x 398 ML. WORKS OUT TO Case Lot Price…

APPROX 1.00 EA.

ROGERS FLOUR

UNBLEACHED WHITE, NO ADDITIVE WHOLE WHEAT AND ALL PURPOSE.

.89

Butcher Boy Pr

NATURE VALLEY ASSORTED VARIETIES

HEINZ “DEEP BROWN” AND “ORIGINAL”.

12 DOUBLE ROLLS

8.99

EA.

9.99

4.99

PUREX ASSORTED VARIETIES

3-PLY

WESTERN FAMILY MUSHROOMS

OR APPROX. .67 EA.

/ 100 GR UNDER 454 GR

INDIVIDUAL PRICE ................................. 1.49 EA.

SINGLE PRICE

FROZEN. ASSORTED VARIETIES 12 X 283 ML

250 GR

/100 GR WHEN YOU BUY 454 GR OR MORE

8 x 796 ML. WORKS OUT TO APPROX 1.25 EA. Case Lot Price…

CASE PRICE

OLD SOUTH FRUIT BEVERAGES & ICED TEA

¢ 99 2 7.00 1.59

TOMATOES

CASE & ITEM SIZE

OR APPROX. .75 EA.

TZATZIKI OR HUMOUS

DOZ.

FREYBE BLACK FOREST HAM

AYLMER WHOLE AND DICED.

SINGLE PRICE

REGULAR 12 X 284 ML

d Butcher Boy Price ................................ 2 KG

/100 GR

CASE PRICE

STEMS & PIECES 12 X 284 ML

GREEK HOUSE

FOR

CASE & ITEM SIZE

ROGERS GRANULATED WHITE

CHEEMO

BEANS

4.99

ASSORTED VARIETIES.

14.99

INDIVIDUAL PRICE ................................. 1.49 EA.

McCAINS “CRESCENDO” RISING CRUST PIZZA

9.99 9.99 .83 SUGAR “BEST VALUE” 10.99 VOETS COFFEE PEROGIES 5.49 908 GR 9.99

........................10

PACIFIC REGULAR ONLY. 12 x 370 ML. WORKS OUT TO APPROX 1.25 EA. Case Lot Price…

+ Dep. and Enviro

INDIVIDUAL PRICE .......... 1.19 EACH + DEP & ENVIRO

ARMSTRONG CHEESE MEDIUM, MARBLE, OLD, MOZZARELLA. REGULAR AND LIGHT

11.99

SUN-RYPE BLUE LABEL APPLE OR

DOZ. FOR

EVAPORATED MILK BATHROOM TISSUE

KRAFT DINNER 100% PURE JUICE ORIGINAL MACARONI AND CHEESE. 12x225 GR. WORKS OUT TO APPROX 75¢ EA. Case Lot Price…

2 5.00 3.99

FOR

1.39

ENGLISH BAY

COOKIES ASSORTED VARIETIES

WHITE OR 60% WHOLE WHEAT

4 5.00

6.99

SELECTED VARIETIES.

DINNER BUNS

BUTCHER BOYS

CAMPBELLS SOUPS CANNED VEGETABLES KELLOGGS JUMBO CEREALS

MUSHROOMS, TOMATO, CHICKEN NOODLE, VEGETABLE • 12 x 284 ML Case Lot Price…

WORKS OUT TO APPROX 50¢ EA.

LB.

FAMILY PAK

EUROPEAN WIENERS BACON SAUSAGE RINGS FREYBE

4.99

CUT FROM ALBERTA GRAIN FED BEEF, AA OR BETTER, AGED A MINIMUM 14 DAYS.

BAKERY DELI

SOLE FILLETS

2.99

SOCKEYE SALMON FILLETS

LB.

FAMILY PAK

LB.

FAMILY PAK

TOP SIRLOIN

DELI BAKERY

BONELESS / SKINLESS. FARM FED POULTRY. HALAL CERTIFIED.

LB.

PACKERS PORK. NO ADDED HORMONES. ASSORTED CUTS.

4.99

Fresh!

FROZEN. WILD.

PORK CHOPS Fresh! BONE-IN. JOHNSTON

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2 6.00 FOR

CALIFORNIA LARGE

NAVEL ORANGES 10 LB. BOX

7.99

OPEN DAILY 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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