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NEWS HANGING ON — Penticton’s Chad Eneas strains to stay atop bull Second Chapter during the bull riding event of the Chopaka Rodeo held at the grounds just south of Keremeos last Sunday. It was the 49th annual event and attracted competitors and spectators from throughout the Okanagan and beyond.

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An Oliver family is devastated and left with nothing after fire destroyed their home.

Shawna Michaud, a friend of the family, said the Oliver couple, who have three children, are in complete shock after losing their home to the blaze that started Monday morning around 6 a.m.

“The mother is lost right now, she doesn’t know what to do or think. It is so devastating for them,” said Michaud.

“Ultimately her priority is her kids right now.”

Michaud, who was acting as the spokesperson for the family because they are without a phone at the time, said it was the conscious effort of a stranger that saved the family from the fire.

She said a motorist passing by, saw the smoke and quickly reacted by jarring the family awake by throwing rocks at the window and then kicking open their door.

“This person doesn’t want their name released but I can tell you they are amazing,” said Michaud.

All five of the family members upstairs escaped with just the clothes on their back.

Another couple living in the basement suite were not present at the time of the fire.

Oliver fire department media spokesperson Rob Graham said the house is a complete loss, along with the family’s vehicle located in a garage.

“The main fire in the home was very aggressive and because it was an older building the insulation, comprised of sawdust and wood shavings, fuelled the fire in the main house,” said Graham.

“That is why it was so intense.

“There were a lot of flames by the time we arrived and it was fully engaged.

“There was no way we could go inside

the building to do fire suppression.”

The fire jumped to MLA Linda Larson’s office next door where Graham said fire crews had to rip apart drywall and portions of the ceiling to battle it.

“There was definitely potential for it to jump to the next building, the Oliver Chronicle and the Oliver Theatre,” said Graham.

“At this point we are still investigating, but can confirm the fire originated in the basement.”

The fire department was able to recover a few computers out of Larson’s office, but some personal items were lost.

Although the office is closed, Larson is still taking phone calls and e-mails. A media spokesperson for the MLA said they are currently looking for a new office and as soon as one is found an announcement will be made.

The family of five is staying with relatives.

Michaud has asked the public for assistance in outfitting the family, which includes children ages three, five and eight, with immediate needs such as clothing, toiletries and food.

“This is the type of family that anything they have they are fully appreciative,” said Michaud.

“It is why this tugs at your heartstrings.

“Anything that people want to give we are taking because they didn’t have renters insurance.

“It’s so tough starting off from zero again, people work all their lives for their household items and for them it’s all gone.”

Already she has had people contacting her to provide items from as far away as Kelowna including beds, freezers and other household items.

Anyone wanting to donate items to help the family can contact Michaud by phone at 250-498-5523 or via email at mich13@telus. net.

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Council considers credit card surcharge Steve Kidd

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Egg-cEllEnt Hunting —the Easter Bunny helps three-year-old Danika Sebastian with her egg hunting at the fourth annual loco landing Adventure Park Easter Egg Hunt. Approximately 600 kids and a total of 1,500 people turned up for this year’s event last Monday. Proceeds from the hunt go to the OSnS child Development centre. in addition to egg hunt, there were Easter craft stations, a variety of games and other activities, refreshments, hot dogs and entertainment.

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They may be coming back from a holiday weekend, but Penticton city councillors had several contentious issues to deal with at their regular council meeting, which was moved to Tuesday this week due to the Easter holidays.

Visa transactions City staff are recommending the councillors vote in a new bylaw allowing the city add a surcharge to Visa credit card transactions.

“The Visa rules permit service providers to surcharge on VISA cards where a local law or regulation requires that such service providers be permitted to surcharge,” said Michael Hughes, Paymentus customer service director, in a letter to the city.

Back in 2012, council decided to go to Paymentus, a third-party system, in order to offer customers the ability to pay for city services via credit card. At the time, it offered two main advantages: the city wouldn’t have to go through the $100,000 process of becoming payment card industry compliant or have to find a way to make up for the 1.65 per cent credit card processing fee.

Paymentus adds a surcharge of their own, which was passed on to the customer, a practice Visa outlawed in late 2013. The proposed bylaw, recommended by Paymentus, will allow both the city and the company to sidestep the Visa regulation against surcharges.

Skaha Lake Boat launch Staff is also recommending council support implementation of fees for boat trailer parking at Skaha Lake for the 2014 season.

Council approved the fee structure last July, but it was not immediately implemented. The

plan is to apply fees to the parking lot next to the boat launch area at the northeast corner of the lake and along South Main bordering the park. The other lots in Skaha Lake park remain free for use.

There will be no charge for launching a boat, but if council supports implementing the fees, boaters can expect to pay $5 for half a day or $10 for the full day to park their vehicle and trailer. An annual pass costs $70 for residents, or $105 for non-residents. Purchasing an annual pass doesn’t guarantee a space at the boat trailer parking lot or along South Main. It still remains first come, first served.

Scott Avenue apartment Council will also be holding a second public hearing for a proposed 16-unit apartment building at 273 Scott Avenue.

A similar application was turned down in August 2012 after strong opposition from the neighbours, who were concerned the reduced setbacks being requested would cause the building to overshadow other properties, as well as bring more traffic to an already busy street. The new proposal has a smaller foot print and one less apartment, though the height has been increased to four stories from three.

Doug and Gwen Tarbet, who own the property next door, say the developer is still requesting variances that will result in the apartment overshadowing their property, and the requested concessions will be to the detriment of the neighbourhood.

“The lot is far too small to support a 16-unit apartment,” said Scott Avenue resident Margaret Munro in a letter to council. “The lot is presently zoned for duplex. It could certainly be suitable for a fourplex, not a 16-unit apartment building.”

School district facing job action and potential funding changes Joe Fries

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School officials may cancel recess and restrict pick-up and drop-off times for students in response to the first phase of teachers’ job action.

Local parents received a letter Tuesday warning that the Okanagan Skaha School District is considering the measures and will update parents “once that decision has been made.”

Beginning today, teachers will limit communication with administrators and no longer supervise students outside of their classrooms.

“Plans are in place to ensure that supervision of students is maintained by school administrators and other excluded staff of the school district,” the district’s letter explained, noting that keeping parents informed and ensuring student safety is a priority.

Superintendent Wendy Hyer said a decision on cancelling recess or amending drop-off and pick-up times could come if administrators and non-unionized staff can’t adequately

handle supervision duties. The job action is meant to put pressure on the B.C. government to hammer out a deal with the province’s teachers, who have been without a contract since June 2013.

Later phases of protest could include rotating one-day walkouts and a full strike. Hyer said such a decision will depend on the ability of administrators and other non-unionized staff to adequately step in to provide supervision.

In addition to job action by teachers, school districts are battling back against a new B.C. government policy that may require them to put operating surpluses towards capital projects rather than back into classrooms.

“I think it’s unfortunate when we have to start thinking in that context that we might not get a (new) school because we’re not generating surpluses,” Okanagan Skaha School District secretary-treasurer Bonne Roller Routley told local trustees at their board meeting last week in Penticton.

“Every penny that is given to the school district in the year … should be spent on education for those children in that year,” she said.

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Earlier this month, B.C. deputy education minister Rob Wood sent a letter to superintendents explaining a recent auditor general’s report found many public sector groups were holding cash “in excess of what is needed for operating purposes.”

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Hyer said the new policy may interfere with her planning work. For example, she said the district recently received onetime funding for a new literacy program for 12 elementary teachers, but put some of that cash aside to allow other educators to take part later.

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In coming years, Jenny Paquet and Peter Lindelauf are going to be paying a lot less for electricity to power their West Bench home.

The couple decided to make the move to solar panels to generate electricity, but in a big way — They now have a 64 square metre solar panel array mounted on a six-metre mast on their rural property.

“It’s a bit of a risk, but I have thought about solar for 40 years,” said Paquet. “It seems like people just talk and talk about it and nobody ever does anything.”

The array, according to Susan Huber of Swiss Solar Tech/Pro Eco Energy, will generate 18,740 kilowatts of power annually, more than 70 per cent of the home’s requirement.

It also uses a GPS system to keep track of the sun’s position, adjusting the panels up and down and north to south for optimum positioning.

“This system is paid off faster because it is taking every little sun ray during the day it can get since it is moving with the sun,” said Huber. “When you want to get a tan, you always move towards the sun, right?”

That alone helps generate up to 55 per cent more energy annually than if the panels were in a fixed position, as on the roof of a home, which Paquet said was their first consideration.

She laughed, she said, when the Hubers suggest-

ed the large array on the mast, but became convinced when they showed her how their shaded roof was less than ideal, compared with the advantages of the tracked array.

The system should pay itself off in about 14 years, and provide free power thereafter. Meanwhile, there is also the possibility of selling power back to FortisBC on days when the array generates more power than Paquet and Lindelauf use.

“In the summer months, we will generate surplus electricity and Fortis’s net metering program allows us to run the meter backward and then we get a credit for every kilowatt/hour,” said Lindelauf, adding that there is another benefit.

“Apart from the financial side of things, what it gives us is a large degree of self sufficiency, when it comes to our power supply,” he said.

Paquet concurs, recalling a long-term power outage while she was growing up.

“When I lived in Portland Oregon, we had an ice storm and we lost power for a week. There was absolutely no heat; old people were dying in our neighbourhood,” she said, adding that with the new solar panels, they would be able to generate all the power they need in the daytime.

Paquet compares the cost of the installation to an luxury car.

“You could spend more for a nice car than you could for a solar (power) system,” she said.

“Do we want a new car with the leather interior, or do we want this?”

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Local high school students are putting their money where their mouth is.

April 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., students from the Global Awareness group at Penticton Secondary School are hosting an evening of international dining featuring ethnic food from local restaurants to raise funds towards the cost of building a well for a village in Ethiopia.

The evening is the fifth fundraiser for the Pen High group, who together with the Global

Awareness group at Princess Margaret Secondary School hope to raise $7,000 to cover the cost of the well, said Jozsef Varga, Global Awareness group leader at Pen-High.

Thus far, the two groups have raised $6,000 and are hoping the international dinner will close out their fundraising efforts, Varga said.

The evening also features entertainment from the Pen High choir and improv team, as well as dancers from the Get Bent Belly Dancing Studio, and Zoe Perritaz, a Swiss Rotary ex-

change student, will perform a Swiss yodel.

Tickets for the dinner are $15 for adults, $10 for students and are available at the South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services office at 508 Main St., or by e-mailing phglobalawareness@gmail.com. A few tickets will be available at the door.

For more information, contact the Global Awareness Group, phglobalawareness@ gmail.com, group leader Jozsef Varga: 250-462-4854, or teacher-sponsor Lou Rutherford, 250770-7750.

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Logging truck company advised to clean up safety record Joe Fries

Western News Staff

Drivers working for the company whose logging truck spilled its load across Highway 97 in Penticton just before Christmas received nearly two dozen violation tickets in the preceding two years.

Around 8 a.m. on Dec. 23, 2013, the fully loaded logging truck tipped over as it rounded a sharp curve heading out of the city near West Bench Hill Road.

The truck and trailer, owned by Rod and Doug Webber Logging of West Kelowna, landed on its side, spilling logs across three lanes of the highway.

The driver, a 29-year-old Summerland man, was unharmed, and there were no other vehicles around the truck at the moment it tipped.

“It’s more luck than anything,” said Penticton RCMP Sgt. Rick Dellebuur, who helped with traffic control at the scene that morning.

“It was the 23rd of December, people were still working, there was still a fair amount of traffic,” he continued.

“But I guess right at that particular time, it wasn’t so bad, and that’s fortunate.”

Police blamed the crash on incorrect use of a device that is meant to keep the trailer in line

with the truck during loading, but which can make rigs unstable at higher speeds “This was an error, and the guy’s probably never made it before and you can just about bet he’s not going to make it again,” Dellebuur said.

The truck’s operator was later given a ticket for driving without consideration. It was the 24th such ticket the company’s drivers received over the span of just two years, according to documents obtained by the Western News through freedom of information legislation.

Other violations included speeding, insecure loads and improper brake performance.

The company did not respond to requests for comment, but the documents suggest the company had 12 trucks on the road during that time.

Still, the number of violations was enough to prompt a pair of warning letters from the B.C. government.

A manager from the Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement Branch told the company in May 2013 that “records of your operation have raised some safety concerns,” and noted a good safety plan “will assist you with compliance.”

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“The carrier is now below the provincial median in contraventions with their CVSA inspection score almost 50 per cent lower,” Adam said.

“Based on the changes we’ve seen in this company, our intervention process worked as intended.”

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“You’ve got to be able to follow that up.

If the company keeps getting issued tickets, there’s a problem there,” she said.

“What we see time and again, sadly, is people get killed because of lack of enforcement.”

Transportation Ministry spokesman Robert Adam said in a statement that Rod and Doug Webber Logging has recently managed a “vast improvement” in its safety performance,

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Time to wean off the pump The angst at the pump last week was predictable. Anytime somebody informs you the cost of living is going up by a few hundred dollars, or more, during the next year, the groans are inevitable. Unfortunately, what also seems inevitable is the resignation.

Gas price hikes aren’t new, or unusual. It wasn’t that long ago that prices were under $1 per litre, and at least half the people reading this are going to remember filling up when that rate was less than 30 cents a litre. Every time those rates jumped, people greeted the jump with the same type of response we heard Thursday.

And every time, by and large, people continued to do what they’ve always done — filled up their cars and headed out to the highway.

The simple fact of the situation is all of us are slaves to the gas pump. Try as we might to avoid it, our society is built around the automobile and has been for at least 60 years.

Where we live, where we work, where we learn, where we eat and where we play are often impractical and sometimes impossible to link without the aid of a gas-powered vehicle.

Most of us don’t think we can do anything about it, it doesn’t occur to some of us why we should even try.

But we need to. We need to start directing our society away from its reliance on gas.

It’s easy for some to dismiss the climate change crowd as intellectual zealots, and the 100-mile diet people as trendy hipsters, but the fact remains: we can’t continue down the path.

PENTICTON Never mindWESTERN the environmental issues, we simply will not be able to afford it financially.

The future is coming and our lives are going to be different.

Start embracing change before change buries us all.

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Exporting bitumen not the way to go The Alberta oil industry’s Northern Gateway plan is to export bitumen to Asia via tankers from the BC coast. Under no circumstances should we allow that to happen.

A bitumen spill at sea could destroy our coastline, together with the fish and wildlife that depend on it, for hundreds of years.

I have previously discussed the light oil spill by the Exxon Valdez and the terrible toll it took on the Alaskan habitat and fishery. It also gave proof that a bitumen spill would be far worse.

A bitumen spill would be almost completely unrecoverable because it would sink and stay on the bottom of our seabed.

The solution that is best for Canada is to build a refinery in Kitimat. I am promoting and backing this solution. It will convert the bitumen to very light fuels that would float and evaporate if ever spilled. There are other enormous benefits: • There will be a major reduction in greenhouse gases. We

will use new cuttingthe refinery will result edge Canadian technolin more permanent jobs ogy in our refinery. It than any project has will be so clean that, in ever created in BC with combination with oilapproximately 3,000 disands extraction, there will be less CO2 than in the huge conventional oilfields and refineries of Iraq and Nigeria. In other words, the Kitimat refinery will neutralize the extra greenhouse gases generated in Canada’s oilsands.

This refinery will be built in Asia if not in Kitimat, and if so it will David Black emit double the CO2 of B.C. Views our new design. This is the reason that Andrew Weaver of the BC rect jobs. These will be Green Party is in favour highly paid permanent of a Canadian refinery. jobs. These jobs will • An Asian refinery be available for the life will also generate 100 of the refinery which train cars a day of very should be in excess of dirty coke (much fouler 50 years. In addition than B.C. coal) which there will be thousands will be subsequently of other jobs created burnt in the atmosphere in spinoff local petroto create power. The chemical companies and Kitimat refinery will not in indirect employment result in the production throughout the province. of any coke. As we all • The Canadian and live on one planet, it is provincial governments, far better for the global local regional districts environment to build and municipalities, and this refinery in Canada. many First Nations, will • Construction of share in billions of new the refinery will create tax dollars each year.

6,000 jobs in B.C. for Unfortunately our five years. Operations at Canadian oil companies

are not interested in building a new major refinery. They are focused on extraction which is more profitable than refining. One of them challenged me to spearhead the refinery myself, so I am doing that. We have a solid business plan and as a consequence Chinese banks and other institutions are prepared to lend us most of the funds required to build the greenest and most efficient refinery in the world.

We are currently moving ahead with engineering design and environmental work.

We will also build a safe pipeline from Alberta to the refinery, with the active participation of First Nations.

Modern pipelines can be built and operated safely. Leak data is available for everyone to see on Canadian and U.S. government websites and it proves recently constructed pipelines are not leaking. Furthermore some of the best pipelining companies in the world are based in Canada.

In addition we will build a fleet of new

tankers, powered by LNG rather than Bunker C oil, to transport the refined products to Asia.

This way we know the tankers will be state-ofthe-art and as safe as possible. The fleet will be owned by a company based in B.C. so it cannot shirk its legal liability if there ever is a spill at sea.

Let me be up front about my biases. I am for creating thousands of good permanent jobs in B.C. I am for creating billions of new tax dollars for government coffers. I am for reducing the planet’s greenhouse gas emissions. I am for building an oil pipeline that will never leak. I am for building a modern tanker fleet that carries only refined fuels that float and evaporate if spilled.

I am against shipping bitumen in tankers.

If you agree that we should not put bitumen in tankers please contact your local MP and say so. The Canadian government makes a decision on Northern Gateway next month.

David Black is chairman and founder of Black Press.

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(re: Vimy Ridge not on tap, Editorial, Western News, April 11) It is ironic that in the editorial regarding Vimy Ridge Day, seemed to dwell on Molson-Coors and their audacity in promoting a new beer at Anavets on that day. Most editorials in the past seem to be objective in nature and based on fact or first hand knowledge. This editorial, seems to have missed the mark The fact of the matter is that no one in the know would disagree with the fact that Vimy Ridge was one of the fiercest battles that Canadians had ever encountered. Thousands of lives were lost and hundreds of injuries were sustained. It was the first real foray by Canadians.

If your source had done due diligence and had been at the unit at the start of things, the significance of the day with respect to veterans on Vimy Ridge Day was pointed out. A tribute to the veterans through a toast to them by all members in attendance after two minutes of silence would have been observed.

Finally, your source would have seen the toast to her majesty the Queen and to Unit 97 Anavets.

An attendee spoke to me after the toast was given. He said it gave him an opportunity to reflect in thought and to be thankful that his grandfather had fought in the Vimy Ridge battle. He did so to protect what we, as Canadians, now hold dear. He went on to say, “My grandfather never talked about the sacrifices made and I never asked. I just knew.”

It is unfortunate that it appears that your source seemed to miss all of this and, as a result, took MolsonCoors to task for what was alluded to as disrespect for the day and for veterans and their relatives. Without the support and generosity of Molson-Coors we could not have offered our members and guests the opportunity to raise a glass in a toast to those veterans who gave

so much, so we can live in a country that allows free speech. It is unfortunate that your source didn’t check with any unit executive member to get more factual information as this may have set a different tone.

We were the ones who suggested that Molson-Coors launch their beer on that day, not Molson-Coors. If it was, as your editorial suggested, an inappropriate way to commemorate the battle that defined our nation, we apologize, All we can say in our defence is every year on this date we remember them.

Ron Barillaro President, Unit 97 ANAVETS, Penticton

Soldiers deserve our support

Suicides have claimed the lives of 13 of our military in the last year. There is something terribly wrong when living becomes so impossible that these brave individuals take their own lives after serving in foreign countries. Our government, has failed these brave service people in their hour of need.

What went wrong?

Were they not properly informed of the terrible mess they might encounter in a country where lives do not seem to matter. IEDs and suicide bombings are commonplace in Afghanistan where NATO forces are seen as intruders. Once again our men and women are being sent into volatile regions as peacekeepers when there is no peace.

They are soldiers being

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asked to act as police, and sometimes they are being asked to enter communities unarmed when they see atrocities being committed by the very people that they are supposed to protect.

Our military are there to protect us, but it is our responsibility to protect them as well.

Donald E Thorsteinson Penticton

NHL full of hooliganism

Watch the Canadian women’s Olympic hockey team in action if you want to enjoy hockey played with skill and talent. You won’t see this with some of the overpaid oafs in the NHL with their cowardly violence.

Ultimately the NHL may mercifully be replaced by soccer.

Regardless who soccer players are or where they hail from,they always have a ball.

Joe Schwarz Penticton

WestJet deal lacks transparency

Why was there no open request for proposals from the city to all licensed airline operators to offer Calgary service?

When there is a major commitment of public monies, there is supposed to be transparency and accountability for value for money.

Where is the comparative value for money in the City of Penticton’s council and senior staff’s awarding of hundreds of thousands of city tax monies to WestJet? Why the secrecy of

We want to hear from you The Penticton Western News welcomes letters to the editor for publication. We suggest a maximum length of 400 words and reserve the right to edit letters for length, brevity, clarity, legality, abusive language, accuracy and good taste. All published letters remain the property of the Penticton Western News, which is the sole judge of suitability for publication. Letters must include the writer’s address and daytime phone number, which will not be published.

Letters should be signed with the writer’s full name and be sent by e-mail to letters@ pentictonwesternnews. com; mailed to the Penticton Western News, 2250 Camrose St., Penticton, B.C., V2A 8R1; or faxed to 250-4929843.

the supposed negotiations, is this a sweetheart backroom deal?

Were other airlines offered the chance to

letters review the Calgary connection in the new light of hundreds of thousands of public dollars in incentives?

If they weren’t offered the chance, why not?

Why did city council act in a way prejudicial to the chances of the

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THE SOUTH OKANAGAN SIMILKAMEEN MEDICAL FOUNDATION

Raises funds for the medical facilities throughout the region, including the Penticton Regional Hospital, Moog & Friends Hospice House, Trinity Centre, Summerland Health Centre and Extended Care, Princeton General Hospital and Ridgewood Lodge, South Similkameen Health Centre and Orchard Haven in Keremeos, South Okanagan General Hospital and Sunnybank Centre in Oliver.

Mandy Black and Andrew Hill presented a cheque for $2,005 to the Medical Foundation for the purchase of a colonoscope. These are proceeds from the Barking Parrots 4th Annual Underwear Affair, “Movember Stache Bash”. This gift is in Memory of Chris Walker, from Summerland.

Christopher Walker’s Memorial Race, the Giants Head Grind is on May 17th. For more information, check out www.giantsheadgrind.com

KVR students Olivia DeVito and Nadia Synman – held a bake sale for the Have a Heart Radiothon for Pediatrics, Maternity and the Nursery and raised $185.00. Our thanks to everyone involved.

The Penticton Shriners Club executive, Bill Martin, Director of the Gaming and Carl Tymm, President, presented a cheque for $2,325 for Pediatric Orthotics and shoes as part of the Have a Heart Radiothon. Our thanks to everyone for their ongoing support.

The Kiwanis Club of Oliver gave a donation of $500 for the Have a Heart Radiothon for the Pediatric Department. From left to right are: Sharon Youche, Mary Roberts, Dan Roberts, Dr. Lewis Zirkle, Peter Morrow, Beverly Morrow and Rosemary Pritchard.

Thank you to all of the members for this gift.

We would like to thank all the individuals, service organizations and business groups for their dedication and thoughtfulness by making donations to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation.

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There is a growing movement underway to reduce the amount of waste clogging landfills but for some people it is not happening quickly enough.

To that end, a group of local people have once again organized Penticton’s participation in the annual, worldwide Great Cloth Diaper Change.

Promoted by Guinness World Records, this year’s event is April 26 with an estimated 10,000 people in 20 countries at 316 sites, 34 in Canada including Penticton, putting cloth diapers on bums for a change.

Participants locally are asked to arrive at McLaren Arena about 10 a.m. for the two-hour event.

But there will be much more happening than just changing diapers, according to organizer Jennifer Morison, who owns the Big Blue Frog and will be supplying new cloth diapers for the event for those who require them.

“The idea is to just bring awareness globally to the benefits of cloth diapering and to aid other organizations and Third World countries,” said Morison.

“Every site does them (diaper change) differently, some sites hook up with health fairs or Earth Day celebrations but we just started doing it here as a fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club and community involvement.

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over 100 people coming through the doors. In addition to the diaper change, there is a wide range of other activities for adults and kids.

Taking part Saturday will be RCMP (finger printing) St. John Ambulance and Penticton Fire Rescue.

Vendors will include those selling toys, books and baby yoga. There will be a play area for kids, crafts and a fire truck.

There is no cost.

Also this time around the University of B.C. will be sending some representatives who will be doing a “poop” study.

According to Morison, in addition to being a lot less expensive during the time a child is in diapers, the qual-

ity cloth products have added benefits.

“Overall they help the environment but lots of times now with the way the (disposable) diapers are made, many brands are perfumed which can cause irritations and allergies. The use of natural fibres is a lot healthier for the babies skin,” she said.

“I guess changing diapers is not too bad, there is the occasional blowout that you’re not too happy with but it is kind of fun, plus this is a community event. And we get to change bums and be in the Guinness Book of Records. Who’d have ever thunk.”

Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling Morison at 778-476-2583.

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alleycaTs to the rescue Kristi Patton

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The Peach ciTy Beach cruise is hoping to have this bench, designed by Gerry houghton, installed on Lakeshore Drive in memory of the cruise’s founder, Ken Paton.

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Bench to honour cruise founder It may not be padded and soft like your standard car seat, but a new park bench is certainly going to be a fitting tribute to Ken Paton, founder of the Peach City Beach Car Cruise.

The Penticton Historic Automobile Society and Peach City Beach Cruise board of directors took a step beyond Penticton’s bench donation policy, offering to donate a bench that is as much a work of art as it is a seat in honour of Paton.

The bench, designed by local artist Gerry

Houghton, takes the shape of a car seat and door.

“That is going to be all aluminum, reinforced with aluminum piping on the inside,” said Ken Lakusta, a Beach Cruise director.

“The seat portion will look like a car seat, but will also be metal.

“They are telling me it is going to look just like that, it is going to be rolled aluminum and also the door is going to be all aluminum, but it will be reinforced.”

The bench’s location will also be unique.

Lakusta said they want to place it at the corner of entrance to Rotary

Park, but rather than facing Okanagan Lake, they want it to face Lakeshore Drive, where the Beach Cruise takes place.

“We decided that would be the ideal location, right on the left side of the walkway when you walk into Rotary because of the public and people with the cars. To us, it’s just a logical place to put it,” he said.

“It would face the road, because there will be hundreds of people in the car show and they will have their kids.

They will want to sit in that seat and take pictures, so that is an

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“I don’t think this is comparable to my family supporting a park bench or a picnic table that only has a 10-year life. To me this stands alone and is different from our typical package,” said Coun.

Judy Sentes. “This is really symbolic of a very significant event that started very small, has grown remarkably and is an attribute to our community.”

ideal spot as they are walking by.”

The PHAS will supply the bench and the city will construct the bench pad and handle the installation, as well as regular maintenance.

“If there is anything above and beyond regular maintenance, the society has agreed to pay for that,” said Mitch Moroziuk, the city’s director of operations.

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A local society dedicated to providing rescue and adoption of feral and orphaned cats said kitten season has exploded early this year.

“We are overrun already,” said December van den Berg, president of AlleyCATS Alliance. “It seems the season has started earlier because we have had a ton of calls and it is only just getting started.”

They have four batches of adoptable kittens that were rescued in Penticton and Oliver. To help curb the feral cat population, AlleyCATS provides rescue, rehabilitation, medical care and adoption.

AlleyCATS Alliance is hosting their second ever assisted spay and neuter clinic on May 16. Cat owners who are unable to afford the cost of spaying or neutering their pet are invited to fill out an application. These can be picked up at Bosleys Pet Foods in Penticton or at White Kennedy Chartered Accountants. This program is funded in part by the generosity of local veterinarians and in part by money raised through various fundraisers and private donations.

A contribution of $25, payable by cash only in advance, will be required from successful candidates.

The deadline for submissions is May 9 and proof of income is required. Space is very limited and candidates will be selected by a panel based on their eligibility.

“We had such success with our inaugural program last year and had such a great time doing it, it really was a no-brainer when it came to whether or not we were going to do it again this year,” said van den Berg. “Once we got the go-ahead from local veterinarians, we decided to run with it. Substantial funds will still be required to pay the balance, so donations are greatly appreciated.”

AlleyCATS is also in need of volunteers and financial contributions to help keep up with the demand of medical services for the cats and kittens they rescue.

“We can only do so much financially and with our time because we don’t have an army of people.

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The Penticton Peach Festival will host its first tribute night on Friday, Aug. 8. Forever Young (Neil Young tribute), High Voltage (AC/DC tribute) and U4 (U2 tribute) will perform on the Peters Bros. main stage.

Peachfest Entertainment Director Bill Kolter said the festival has booked tribute bands before, “but never an entire evening of tribute bands.”

“It will be quite a night,” he said.

U4 is considered the No.1 U2 tribute band in North America.

They cover all eras from the leg-

endary Joshua Tree, to How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. U4’s incredible vocals, musicianship, sound, costumes and staging combine for a memorable experience.

Prior to performing at Peach Festival, U4 will be on stage at Edmonton Klondike Days.

U4 is singer Scott Jackson of Stone Poets/Abandon Paris, Steve Crane, guitarist and vocalist of Sonic Overdrive, bassist Nick Haggar and drummer Clayton Hill of Trooper. Described as a complete theatrical experience, their vocals and musicianship compliment the costumes and staging.

This will be the fourth appear-

ance at Peach Festival for High Voltage.

“And people keep asking us to bring them back,” said Kolter.

“Music fans from 15 to 65 love AC/DC. And High Voltage does a great job covering all of their hits.”

Forever Young is making their second appearance at Peachfest.

Kevin Foley, as Neil Young, and his six-piece band are based in the South Okanagan.

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A mistaken delivery paves the way for an unlikely romance in the Kitchen Stove Film Series next showing, The Lunchbox.

Irrfan Khan (Life of Pi, Slumdog Millionaire) stars alongside the radiant Nimrat Kaur in Ritesh Batra’s feature debut. In Mumbai, home to over 18 million people, more than 5,000 famously efficient dabbawallas — lunchbox couriers — navigate chaotic streets to deliver lunches, lovingly prepared by housewives, to working men across the city. It is a hereditary profession that has provided Mumbaikars with a taste of home in the office for 120 years.

The dabbahwallahs are illiterate, and instead rely on a complex coding system of colours and symbols to deliver dabbas in the labyrinth that is Mumbai.

Harvard University analyzed their delivery system, concluding that just one in eight million lunchboxes is ever delivered to the wrong address. This is the story of that one lunchbox.

Ila (Kaur) is a young housewife living in a middle-class neighbourhood with a husband who ignores her and is trying to add some spice to her marriage through her cooking. Saajan

Nimrat Kaur plays ila in The Lunchbox, the next movie showing at the Kitchen Stove Film Festival in Penticton.

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(Khan) is a beaten down widower about to retire from his number-crunching job. After Ila realizes that Saajan is receiving the meals meant for her husband, the two begin sending each other letters through the lunchbox.

What starts as an innocent exchange about Ila’s cooking gently develops into something more. Outside the space of their daily lives, both Ila and Saajan feel free to express themselves in new ways, leading them both to question how they might find happiness. Ila finds out her husband is having an affair and writes to Saajan about it, suggesting that she wants to move

to Bhutan since the people there are known to be happy.

The film moves into a game of cat and mouse and will they or won’t they meet up as they build a fantasy world together through their notes.

The Lunchbox paints a nuanced portrait of life in contemporary Mumbai, effortlessly weaving themes of gender values, social class and generational differences into its core love story. Batra’s beautifully penned characters — including Aslam (Nawazuddin Siddiqui), the eager trainee preparing to take over Saajan’s job — and gentle, precise direction simply envelope you.

Whether it’s the cooking of a meal, the reading of a letter, or the riding of a crowded train, the film’s small moments culminate in big impact. The film is the story of the life we dream of versus the life we live in and of the courage it takes to turn fantasies into reality.

The Lunchbox was screened at International Critics’ Week at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival, receiving a standing ovation and winning the Critics Week Viewers Choice Award. The director set out researching for a documentary on the famous lunchbox delivery system of Mumbai, however after spending a week with them, he got to know many interesting personal stories they would overhear while waiting outside. Those stories gave birth to the idea for the film.

The Lunchbox (subtitled, PG) is showing on April 24 at the Landmark Cinema 7 at 4 and 7 p.m. Also screening as part of the 2013 TIFF Student Showcase is Teamwork by Tor Aunet of Emily Carr University.

Tickets are available at the Penticton Art Gallery and The Book Shop. Pre-purchased single tickets are $13 and a limited number will be available at the door for $15 each.

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Ila, one such housewife, pours love and devotion into her meal preparation, all for a husband who devoutly ignores her for career gains and extramarital affairs. One day, Saajan, a beaten-down widower about to retire from a numbing, number-crunching job, mistakenly receives an astonishingly delicious lunch and unexpectedly, friendship and courtship begin with a note about cooking. Carefully blending themes of gender values, social class and generational differences into a central love story, this film’s small nuanced moments culminate in big impact. In a word: enchanting. (Rated PG ~ subtitled) Director: Ritesh Batra; Cast: Irrfan Khan, Nimrat Kaur, Nawazuddin Siddique. Also screening as part of the TIFF Student Film Showcase, Teamwork by Tor Aunet of Emily Carr University.

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With a little bit of luck and a whole bunch of talent, Cat Thomson is about to explode onto the music scene.

While she often gets asked if she has horseshoes stuck in her back pockets, after landing a full-ride scholarship at Louisiana State University’s opera program, having been discovered on a vacation cruiseship with her parents and signed with 604 Records thanks to social media, Thomson said it didn’t come as easy as it appears.

“I think it always comes down to if you are meant to do something then you will find a way to do it and doors will naturally open up. I have always said I have done different routes in music but the constant is that it has always been music,” she said.

“People say you just walk in and it happened for you. It seems like that but there is years of training.

I have been doing this since I was five, was a part of choirs, did theory and lessons. It all adds to where I am now but I do definitely feel very lucky and fortunate.”

Still, timing has been everything for the singer. It is why she was patient in releasing her album Puzzle, due out this summer, and to jump into full-blown tour mode. Her first single and video, Sticks and Stones, was released months ago yet she just only started on her Spring Into Summer tour which comes to Penticton on Thursday at The Elite. She hopes 2014 will be a busy year; already she has lined up gigs at Canada Music Week.

“We had to time it right. I came from a classical background so I did a lot of stuff in the opera world and put singer-songwriter in the back. It was almost like starting from scratch again. We gave a deadline that 2014 is the year and now I will have my album, music video and tour across Canada,” said Thomson.

Her darkly powerful voice, dramatic range and refined musical sensibilities are already there.

Thomson’s training gives her the range to write harmonies and orchestrations that many can’t.

Starting out in opera, Thomson

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said it was only recently she found her own voice.

“For me to be at home on stage, it is when I am performing my own music, lyrics and melodies. It is not singing someone else’s music. Classical is a lot of training, understanding new languages and diction. It felt like work. Doing my own stuff, it is a passion,” she said.

Thomson recorded the song Forget Me at Mushroom Studios in Vancouver. It is the same place where classic albums by Heart, Bachman-Turner Overdrive, Loverboy, Sarah McLachlan and Tegan and Sara all laid down tracks. The studio has a long history in Canadian music, but has since been relocated to Toronto.

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Puzzle, she explains, was called that because all the songs are different pieces but also come together.

The first single, Sticks and Stones, is a jaunty, horn-spiked number. The adult contemporary pop album also features many of the genres that influence her.

Much of it fits in the same vein as Tori Amos, or Fiona Apple mixed with Florence and the Machine. It is a result of writing about her experiences over the past 10 years.

Thomson is performing at the Elite on Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7.

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Xavier Araujo and James Fraser are inching closer to most kids’ soccer dream of playing professionally.

The pair, along with Bjorn Borren, Alix Varchol and Lina Campagnaro, returned recently from the Netherlands with Pinnacles FC district coach Paulo Araujo and executive director and head coach Ezra Cremers.

Araujo, Fraser and Borren trained with youth academy players from Excelsior Rotterdam, while Varchol and Campagnaro trained with ADO Den Haag, a women’s professional club.

Araujo and Fraser have been invited by Excelsior Rotterdam’s youth head coach Marco van Lochem to return in August with the chance to earn themselves a professional contract.

Araujo was excited and nervous prior to the trip, but upon arrival, everything fell into place and his nerves disappeared.

The trio were instantly integrated with the players for training and watched professional games. The training sessions were quicker than what Araujo and Fraser were used to.

Araujo said the word faster was used a lot, while Fraser said the level was just better.

“The first few sessions it was hard,” said Fraser.

“Once you got into it, it was just unreal to play at that level, really.”

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He along with Xavier Araujo and Bjorn Borren trained in the Netherlands for two weeks. Alix Varchol and Lina Campagnaro trained with female professional team ADO Den Haag.

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“The players there, you could tell they were in a professional program for most of their lives,” said Araujo. “Their passes were all completely solid. If you didn’t have a hard enough pass, you definitely were going to be told that.”

Araujo was sore following the first session and noticed the soccer balls weighed more.

Near the end of the twoweek trip, the trio were playing in games and Araujo got used to the speed.

“We were able to

adapt better,” he said.

The local soccer players faced a second division amateur club and Araujo explained that the Netherlands has a Premiere division, which all the top teams play in.

Then they have a another division, which they call the first division, that is where Excelsior plays.

“Excelsior is a very exceptional program,” said Araujo. “Their younger players get picked up by bigger clubs at a young age.”

Araujo, 17, gained confidence in the train-

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ing and games and realized that he’s not far off the European players.

Araujo will now head back in August to try and make the professional Excelsior team. If not, he will return to Canada and attended university to study to become a chemical engineer. For Araujo, the future trip is for experience.

“If I were to make the first team, there is no way I’m coming back right away,” said Araujo, who is trying to be realistic about the future.

Araujo got the bug

to play in 2006 while watching the World Cup. “I saw Cristiano Ronaldo play. He’s Portuguese, I’m Portuguese.

I just loved how much it looked like he was always having fun,” said Araujo. “Do all these tricks and make it like a show. I think it’s so important that you just don’t go there and treat it as a job. Always trying new things. Putting on a show for people that are there.”

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“We have such a hard working team,” said McKenzie, adding that he feels they can have a great run.

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McKenzie did find the 76-game schedule wore him out, but he also learned more about his body and what works best for him. The schedule also allowed him to be more consistent compared to college, where he played two games on the weekend. McKenzie said the pro game is also better suited to his style and he’s loving it.

McKenzie said playing in the AHL is “pretty awesome” and said it’s an unbelievable league.

McKenzie didn’t expect to produce at nearly a point-per-game clip like he has, but confidence coming into the season helped, as did getting first-unit power-play minutes. He credits his success to playing with AHL MVP Travis Morin and Colton Sceviour, who is with the Dallas Stars now. McKenzie said he learned a lot from both, especially watching how hard they work.

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“It was definitely pretty exciting,” said McKenzie, on the phone from Austin, Tex. “There are so many good players that are deserving of winning it.

It was a huge honour to receive.”

McKenzie, drafted by the Dallas Stars in 2009, ranked first among AHL rookies in points, power-play points (33) and power-play assists (23) at the time of the announcement on April 15. McKenzie was the CCM/AHL rookie of the month for December and was named to the AHL All-Rookie team earlier this month.

Helping McKenzie make the adjustment to the professional game from the college game, where he played four years for the University of Miami-Ohio Red Hawks, was playing five regular season and two playoff games with the Stars last season.

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The South Okanagan Flames kicked off the 2014 Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse season going winless in two games during the ninth annual Archie Jack Memorial Ice Breaker tournament in Armstrong.

With 10 runners, the Flames bowed to the Vernon Tigers 8-5, then lost to the Kamloops Venom 7-3.

Kevin Thompson, who took over the coaching duties from Alex Gerk, said his experienced players were strong and the younger group stepped up in their first ever game.

“They just worked really well together. They played really hard,” said Thompson.

What the Flames learned about their team during the weekend is they will have strong goaltending. Charles Nicholas was a wall and played aggressively on the offensive side getting the ball to his outlets. Thompson said he also made some great saves.

“Even the other teams and spectators coming up to me after just saying how incredible that goalie was,” said Thompson.

Along with giving praise to Nicholas, Thompson liked the play of Connor Walton, who scored all the Flames goals in the first game.

“Just worked his butt off and got every loose ball,” said Thompson.

More players are expected to join the Flames once they are finished

college and university.

Thompson used the weekend to get a feel for the young and inexperienced group.

When it comes to coaching, Thompson has eight years experience behind the bench and played in Ontario.

The routine for him and his friends was to play hockey, then once the season was over, the gear was tossed in the basement and replaced with lacrosse equipment.

“You’d put on the lacrosse gear, you’d play lacrosse until the ice went back on the floor,” he said.

He’s excited about returning to the bench and missed the relationship with players.

“I could work them as hard as I could, and they just thrived on it,” said Thompson. “They loved it. It’s just a great relationship. The camaraderie and challenge of competition whether you win or lose.

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Thompson will be assisted by Carl Walton, who has been involved with Penticton Minor Lacrosse and Prince George Cougars coach Mark Holick. Thompson said that Holick knows how to motivate and get the best out of the players.

“He’s going to be a great asset for the team,” said Thompson.

Thompson said his son set up a Facebook page to put the word out for players. Within five days they had 18 or 19 player commitments.

“We’re trying to resurrect the whole feeling on the Flames,” he said.

The Flames open the regular season at home in Memorial Arena on April 28 against the Kelowna Raiders.

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The Princess Margaret Mustangs senior girls soccer team opened its season with two wins.

In the season opener, the defending AA Okanagan Valley champion Mustangs were in control from the start as they pushed aside the Oliver Hornets 8-1 on April 8. Six different Mustangs found the back of the net. The goal of the match came off the foot of Gillian Kennedy, finishing off a pretty passing play by Jessica Castle and Nicole Mann. Strong passing by Jessie Olfert, Ardessa Alleyn and Taylor Corrie setup goals

by Mann, Kaycee McKinnon and Jasper Pankratz.

The Mustangs improved to 2-0 after defeating the Summerland Rockets 3-1 on April 15. A strong possession game paid off for the Mustangs as they out-chanced a hard-battling Rockets squad. Mann scored both Mustang goals and coach John Buckley said she is showing signs of last season’s goal scoring form that led to an Okanagan Valley Championship. Goalkeeper Caitlyn Spooner was solid both games and is expected to carry the load.

The Mustangs are hosting the AA provincials and Buckley said he is expecting this year’s team to compete for a provincial title and knows the team has the players to win. The Mustangs played in Oliver on April 22 then travel to Summerland for their final league game on May 6.

“We can’t be content to be just hosts in a tournament such as the provincials,” he said. “Our goal is to win a provincials in our home town.”

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Inman lives by design and community Steve Kidd

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Nine years ago, Corrine Inman was dreaming of owning her own graphic design business, and was determined to go ahead with it, despite having been turned down for financing wherever she tried.

“I only had $300 in my bank account and I saw an office space on Front Street that was 100 square feet and it was $300 a month. So I just paid for my first month and hoped I got enough business to pay for my next month,” said Inman, owner of Morpheus Graphics.

That was a lesson, she explained.

Banks and other organizations she talked to told her the business idea wasn’t viable, and that she wouldn’t last a year.

“But I knew if I really put my heart into it and got involved in the community that it was possible.

Now it is coming up to nine years on June 1,” said Inman. “Make sure you research everything. If you are really serious about getting into it, anything is possible.”

Starting out, Inman just did graphic design, and contracted out her printing. Now, Morpheus Graphics has grown to 3,000 square feet, and offers a range of design and printing services.

“Very quickly it got busy. I realized I wasn’t able to contract all my printing out, so I got on-site printers and it just kind of snowballed from there,” she said. “Basically, we design anything to market and promote a business.”

That includes, she said, everything from posters, business cards, and signs to promotional items like key chains, pens and mugs.

Inman and Morpheus Graphics were getting peer recognition right from the beginning, starting with being named Young Entrepreneur of the Year and New Business of the Year for 2005, and Okanagan College’s Young Alumni of the Year in 2007.

With the growing business, Inman said there is a lot more to do, but she still tries to focus on the creative design side of the business.

You can hear the excitement in Inman’s voice when she talks about some of her favourite projects, like

creating a wrap for the Vees bus, or an upcoming project to create a wrap for the entrance to the Penticton IGA. “We are just working on a new project with Colin (Powell), that we are going to wrap the front entrance of the Penticton IGA to try and be creative and catch people’s attention when they come in the store,” she said. “We are going to do some three-dimensional floor decals going through his shop to make it appear like you are about to fall through the floor or go down to a second level.”

From the beginning, community involvement has been key to Inman’s success, and that focus recently led her to start a new project that will aid community groups and non-profit organizations.

“I always try to get involved in the community as much as possible.

Through myself, through Morpheus and now through my new business,” she said.

“I deal a lot with non-profits and charities and a lot of them are getting their funding cut back. They are needing ways to generate funding.

So I started out the South Okanagan Shop and Save.”

She’s hoping to help charities generate some new money by refreshing an old idea.

“Remember the old entertainment coupon book? The South Okanagan was always kind of left out of it. There wasn’t much for our area in it,” she said. “This year, we will have over $1,600 in savings in the book from Summerland to Osoyoos.”

Shop and Save launches in May, and will sell for $20 a copy. But the charities and non-profits that are already on board can buy the guide for $2, giving them $18 profit from every book they sell. Inman said the books will be available from participating businesses as well.

“We ask they give a minimum of 50 per cent to a local charity or nonprofit of their choice,” she said.

Being involved in the business community is also important to Inman, who said she works hard to create cross-promotion opportunities with other businesses, some of which she has been working with for years.

Owner and graphic designer corinne (cori) inman of Morpheus graphics and printing solutions inc. has grown her company to one of the best in the business since she opened up shop in 2005. Operating out of her westminster avenue location, inman is this week's Top 40 Under 40 recipient.

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“A lot of my clients have been with me from the beginning,” she said, adding that they range from small local businesses to national companies.

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sTeve POzzOBOn of Osoyoos, top, is successful on this first attempt during the calf roping competition at the Chopaka rodeo on sunday. Penticton’s Chad eneas, bottom right, bears down on the horse Birthday Boy during the saddle bronc ride event, and young cowboy Ordie speirs, 6, of Penticton was dressed in his western finest to enjoy the Chopaka rodeo.

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The eAsTer Bunny, (top), who is wearing a helmet, gets a lift to Loco Landing Adventure Park Monday for the annual easter egg hunt courtesy of Johnna Ortiz of the Okanagan Motorcycle riders Association (OMrA).

Over $5,000 was raised for the Osns Child Development through the efforts of Loco Landing owners and the many volunteers who helped; Middle: Penticton Whole Foods co-owner richard hunt with representatives of the summerland Ornamental Gardens (left to right) Dorthea Atwater, eva Antonijevic and Charlotte Leaming at the in-store Wheat Grass Café Tuesday. As part of the store’s celebration of earth Day, that included a free lunch, entertainment and information, hunt presented the garden reps with a cheque for almost $1,100 raised during the year from the 10 cent eco charged for each plastic bag paid by customers. The high Bar Gang, including Angela harris, Barney Bentall, shari ulrich and Wendy Bird played two sold-out shows at the Dream Cafe.

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“The wine culture of the Okanagan offers something for everyone from the foodie to the oenophile to the budding enthusiast,” said Lori-Pike Raffan, public relations director for the Okanagan Wine Festivals Society. “From farm to table winery dinners, barbecues and picnics in stunning settings, the Spring Okanagan Wine Festival brings visitors face to face with the chefs, winemakers and growers that have not only built our wine and culinary industry but those poised on the leading edge of change. With the Okanagan Valley really coming of age on the world stage it’s time to visit and see how we’ve hit our stride.”

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Follow that up with the Bacchanalia Food and Wine Festival at the Penticton Lakeside Resort on May 3. Experience over 200 wines from 50 different winners and executive Chef Chris Remington’s culinary masterpieces. Tickets are on sale now for $75 at the Penticton Lakeside resort front desk, or by phone at 250-493-8221.

Black tie and cocktail attire is strongly encouraged.

“That is one of the neat things about this event. It is an opportunity for people to get dressed up to the nines either with their significant other or a group of friends,” said Brannigan Boyd, director of regional sales and marketing at the Penticton Lakeside Resort. “We still have tickets left, but they do go

very quickly at this time of year and it is always a sell out event” Some delectable new festivities this year include the Comforts of Grilled Cheese and Wine presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada, apprentice chefs competing in the cheesiest sweet and savoury competition, a Bubbly Bootcamp and grand openings of the newest architecturally distinctive tasting rooms.

Celebrate food and wine at Covert Farms Pig Out with 29 wineries from the Oliver/ Osoyoos Wine Country. This is a outdoor, tented affair set at Covert Farms with the latest releases and fan favourites from the area. Interact with local chefs who will impress with their pig roasting skills while local musicians entertain throughout the afternoon. Tick-

ets are $55 and include admission, entertainment, souvenir wine glass, food and wine.

They can be purchased at www. oliverosoyoos.com/Tickets/ Pig-Out. The Blind Wine and Cheese Soiree By Valley First on May 10 at the Ramada Inn in Penticton is one of the unique signature events testing your pallet. Conspire and connive your way to guessing which wine is in the bag and try your hand at identifying some of the best cheeses from Dairy Farmers of Canada. This is a Get Home Safe event, sponsored by B.C. Liquor Stores and Valley First Insurance.

Tickets for all events are available at valleyfirsttix.com or by phone at 1-877-763-2849.

For a list of all events visit www.thewinefestivals.com.

Steamfest celebrates SS Sicamous centennial Western News Staff

It is a 100th birthday party that everyone is invited to celebrate.

On May 19, the SS Sicamous will celebrate the launch of the ship’s maiden voyage exactly one century earlier.

In honour of the SS Sicamous, SS Naramata and Kettle Valley Railway system, all celebrating 100 years in 2014 and 2015, Okanagan Steamfest was born.

“The museum community in the Okanagan is very excited to be celebrating the history of steam travel to the region,” said Peter Ord, curator of the Penticton

Includes soup, 2 pieces of Halibut, coconut shrimp, prawns, scallops, breaded shrimp & french fries.

Museum. “The centennial of the SS Sicamous Sternwheeler and the Kettle Valley Railway is such a unique aspect of Okanagan heritage, what better way to recognize Steamfest than by bringing together a field full of pumping steam engines?”

The SS Sicamous, also known as Queen of the Lake, served almost three decades as a transport vessel for passengers and cargo up and down the lake.

At precisely 2:15 p.m. on May 19, 1914 the steam-driven paddle wheeler splashed into Okanagan Lake for her first trip.

The ship transported fruit, livestock, coal market, soldiers to World War One and brought the lucky ones home.

The festival kicks off during Steamfest Week on Victoria Day with the launch of a commemorative stamp and outdoor Steam Show, where local residents can register their homemade steam-craft and gadgets in hopes of winning prizes in their category. The collector stamp will be available for purchase. The public is welcome to come down to the SS Sicamous from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, May 19

to check out the show and have a free tour.

The following Saturday, May 24, there will be a Centennial Launch Party at the SS Sicamous with wine and beer

tastings, fine foods and live music. To register steam craft in the show, contact Ord at info@ steamfest.ca, or visit the festival website at www. steamfest.ca.

Silver Reef & the San Juan Islands - 4 Days - Jul 6 $389 Tulalip & the San Juan Islands - 4 Days - Aug 18 ... $439 Barkerville - 3 Days - Sept 15 ................................... $345

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Polar Bear Safari - 3 Days - Nov 8 .............................$2599 Branson, Memphis, Nashville - 14 Days - Nov 10 ....$3349 Deadwood / Yellowstone - 9 Days - Sept 6 ............... $1179

SUNWEST GAMING

Okanogan Casino - 1 Day - May 11, 25 ..................... $30 Millbay - 1 Day - May 6, 20 .......................................... $30 Silver Reef - 3 Days - Jun 9, Jul 16 .......................... $214 Silver Reef - 4 Days - May 26, Jun 22 ...................... $289 Coeur D'Alene - 3 Days - May 19*, Jul 28 $40 EPC $179 Coeur D'Alene - 4 Days - Jun 2, Aug 18 $60 EPC .. $229 Tulalip - 4 Days - May 19*, Jun 2, 16........................ $329 Swinomish - 4 Days - Jun 8 ..................................... $279 Wendover - 7 Days - Jun 21 ..................................... $379 Reno - 8 Days - Sep 27............................................. $349 Christmas Tours Now Available! *Guaranteed Tours

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Featured Tours

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Spring Escapes & Scenic Sights

Sips, Slots & Shopping - 4 Days • Apr. 24*, May 1*, Oct. 2* ............................................. $439 Sips, Slots & Shopping - 3 Days • Apr. 25*, Sept. 12*........................................................ $339 Silver Reef - 3 Days • May 20, Jun. 11, Jul. 9, Aug. 6 .................................................................$214 Silver Reef - 4 Days • May 13*, 26, Jun. 15 ...............................................................................$289 Tulalip - 3 Days • May 20*, Jun. 11, Jul. 7, 29, Aug. 26 ................................................................$259 Tulalip - 4 Days • May 13*, 26*, Jun. 3*, 23*, Jul. 15, Aug. 12, 18 .....................................From $349 Coeur d'Alene Bingo Weekend - 4 Days • Jun. 19, Nov. 13 ...................................From $279 Whales & Wildcards - 4 Days • Jun. 24*, Aug. 24 .................................................................$399 Lavender, Flowers & 'Roos Too - 5 Days • Jul. 6 ................................................... From $519 Christmas in July - 4 Days • Jul. 21 ........................................................................................$439

Calling All Sport Fans

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG! BLOOMING PANSIES AND VIOLAS READY TO GO!

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When you purchase the whole flat

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Yellowstone, Grand Tetons & Black Hills - 12 Days • Sept. 2 .................................$1449 Fall Foliage in the Great Lakes incl. Chicago - 13 Days • Sept. 13 ......................$3349 Ring of Fire incl. Mt. St. Helens & Crater Lake - 8 Days • Sept. 13......................$1279 Canyons, Vistas & Desert Sunsets - 16 Days • Sept. 20 .............................................$2299 Oregon Coast Gamble - 7 Days • Sept. 28 & Oct. 5 ....................................................From $679 Minot Norsk Hostfest - 9 Days • Sept. 28 .........................................................................$1699 Rediscover the Silver State - 13 Days • Sept. 29...........................................................$1339 Grand Circle Splendors - 16 Days • Oct. 4 .......................................................................$3099 NYC for the Holidays - 6 Days • Nov. 30 ...........................................................................$3199 Check out www.sunfuntours.ca for more 2014 vacation experiences.

HRS: MONDAY - FRIDAY, 8:30AM - 4:30PM CLOSED FOR LUNCH 12:00PM - 1:00PM PHONE CALLS ALWAYS WELCOME

**Some restrictions. *Indicates Guaranteed Departure. Prices based on double. All discounts included if applicable. G.S.T. on Canadian tours only. Subject to change. B.C. Reg: #3015-5

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Announcements

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Funeral Homes

Business Opportunities

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

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In Memoriam

In Memoriam

PARKWAY Chevron & TripleO’s is looking for full/part time cashiers & cooks. Must be able to do shift work, evenings & weekends. Drop off resume w/ref’s @ 697 Eckhardt Ave.

Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

Credible Cremation

Services Ltd.

Lesley H. Luff Senior/Owner Licensed Director Sensible pricing for practical people.

$990 + taxes

Basic Cremation No hidden costs.

24 Hrs 250-493-3912 New Location 101-596 Martin St., Penticton V2A 5L4 (corner of Martin and White)

www.crediblecremation.com

In Memoriam Lois “Nana” Richet’s

Celebration of Life will be at Sandman Inn Penticton Saturday, May 10th 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

Everyone welcome.

In lieu of owers, donations to the Residential Enhancement Fund at the Hamlets at 103 Duncan Ave. W. in Penticton would be appreciated

Information IN-FLIGHT Magazine...SOAR Magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly six times a year. Great impact for your BC Business more than 280 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines.

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: fish@blackpress.ca

NARAMATA COMMUNITY YARD SALE 50+ locations in one small, scenic town Sat., April 26, 9-2, see MyNaramata.com for a map of sale locations

GET FREE vending machines.

Can earn $100,000 + per year.

All Cash-Retire in just 3 years.

Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629.

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Childcare Penticton & District Community Resource Society is seeking an Early Childhood Educator for a Full-time Site Supervisor position. For full details see Employment Opportunities on our website: pdcrs.com.

Closing Date is Apr. 30/14.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

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Children Children’s Misc KID’S Stuff 4 Sale: Jr Loft Bed (solid pine); Bikes; Skates (new and used); Winnie the Pooh Bench. For more info call: 250-460-0144

North Enderby Timber is looking to hire General Laborer’s, a Millwright and Heavy Duty Mechanic. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.

NOW HIRING

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.

JOB FAIR IN KAMLOOPS Monarch Transport (1975) Ltd. & Valley Roadways Ltd. will be hosting a JOB FAIR in Kamloops on April 30th, 2014 at the Petro Pass Travel Centre, 1885 Trans-Canada Hwy West from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Upstairs in the Meeting Room. We welcome Class 1 Owner Operators for our Canadian, US & Prince George Van Divisions (Monarch Transport) & Canadian & Territory Flat Deck Divisions (Valley Roadways) For more information call Annette at 1-855-877-0619

Help Wanted Travel

Long established and well respected family owned business, Guerard’s Furniture is seeking a new team member with retail sales experience. Candidate must possess excellent customer service, communication and computer skills. Position is full-time; weekend work is required. Apply in person only. Dave Mitchell, 70 Westminster Ave., Penticton, Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM.

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away!

Call 250-979-4357 to set up your FREE consultation in Penticton.

Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience.

BDO Canada Limited.

Trustee in Bankruptcy.

200-1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna , BC V1Y 9X1

Busy Vernon Automotive shop requires 3rd/4th year Apprentice or Journeyman Automotive Technician, permanent F/T Fax resume to 778-475-5915

Childcare Available

Experienced Janitor required for washroom cleaning in Penticton area, must have own transportation. $12.48/hr 1250-864-2411, Fax 1-250-7646460.Email:evergreenbuildingmaintenance@gmail.com

LOVE’S Family Daycare, Young St. area, licensed, 2 spots avail. for your child (babies.-5yr) 250-493-0566

Full and Part time Serving positions, experienced or will train, Welcome Inn, Oliver, call 250-498-8840

426889 BC Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 1077 Westminster Ave, Penticton 1697 Fairview Road, Penticton #100-2695 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton 8907 Main Street, Osoyoos, BC 185-5717 Main Street, Oliver, BC 7710 Prairie Valley Road, Summerland BC Food Service Supervisor (NOC: 6212) 6 Vacancies Flex Position: Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time, Shift, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening, $12.53 Hourly + Medical Benefits Start Date: ASAP 1-2 Years Experience Required.

Education not required Apply now to b.sym@shaw.ca Fax: 1.778.476.5991 Mail: 331 Martin St, Penticton, BC, V2A5K6

NOW HIRING

426889 BC Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons

1077 Westminster Ave, Penticton, 1697 Fairview Road, Penticton, #100-2695 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton Food Counter Attendant (NOC: 6641) 25 Vacancies Flex Position: Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time, Shift, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening, $10.25 Hourly + Medical Benefits Start Date: ASAP No experience or education required Apply now to: b.sym@shaw.ca Fax: 1.778.476.5991 Mail: 331 Martin St, Penticton, BC, V2A 5K6

Education/Trade Schools

Peter’s Bros. Construction has positions open for Apprentice Mechanics & Shop Helpers with a mechanical background. Positions are also open for Experienced Paving Personnel. These are full-time positions with a full benefit package. Please pick up applications at 716 Okanagan Ave. E., Penticton, BC, V2A 3K6 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN For reverse osmosis & water softening equipment in the Central & South Okanagan based out of Penticton.

Mechanical aptitude required. Plumbing experience helpful. Clean driving abstract required. Full training, tools and company vehicle provided. Earn $17.00 to $19.00 per hour to start depending on experience, plus extended benefits after 3 months. Fax resume to: 1-800-958-6133 or email: info@absolutelypure.ca

Professional/ Management

www.soics.ca

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services NOW TAKING applications for housekeeping. Drop off resume to 110 Riverside Dr., Riverside Motel.

Professional/ Management OK Falls Parks and Recreation is seeking certified fitness instructors at the Zen and Fitness Center. Call Janet Black at 250-497-8188

Professional/ Management

We are accepting resumés for the following position in Penticton:

Accountant for non-profit organization

Duties will include: • Perform general accounting and book-keeping • Prepare financial statements in accordance with accounting standards for non-profit organizations • Develop operational budgets, prepare monthly analyses by program • Preparation of payroll and deductions through ADP payroll system • Maintenance of Accounts Payable and Receivable, including coding of expenses, cheque preparation and payments to vendors.

• Preparation of reports to funders, as required • Preparation of financial information for year-end external audit • Reporting to Executive Director • Monthly reporting to Board Finance Committee Qualifications • Minimum 3 years accounting experience • Qualification or part qualification in CA/CMA/CGA or international equivalent • Experience and familiarity with Simply Accounting and Excel • Good communication skills • Experience with non-profit organizations is desirable • Mature and responsible individual accustomed to meeting deadlines • Good references are essential 35 hours/week - Submit resumés to jobs@soics.ca - Open until filled

Education/Trade Schools

UP TO

$1000* OFF TUITION IF YOU START YOUR PROGRAM BEFORE JUNE 30, 2014

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

Career Opportunities: Community Health Worker O Care Aide Home Support O Acute & Complex Care

CALL PENTICTON: 250.770.2277 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM

Floyd Nicol

April 1930 - April 2011

Westminster Party Rentals is now hiring a full-time Customer Service/Warehouse Assistant, multi-task positions, applicants must be able to lift medium to heavy weight casually, hourly wage starts at $12 for the first 8 weeks of training, apply in person at 357 Okanagan Ave. East, Penticton

South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (Penticton & District Multicultural Society) is dedicated to building a community based upon mutual respect and the full participation of all people of all backgrounds through education, advocacy and community programs.

Education/Trade Schools

In Loving Memory of..

*conditions apply

You gave us many things in life Gifts both great and small But most of all you gave us love The greatest gift of all

Loved and missed everyday by your loving wife, children and grandchildren.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Unique Opportunity

Black Press has a very unique opportunity for the right person.

We currently have an opening for a sales person to help us with our paid distribution newspapers across B.C. This position means getting out in the community and talking to subscribers about our newspapers and working to build stronger relationships with existing readers of our newspapers.

It also includes finding new subscribers for our newspapers and helping introduce them our award winning host of community newspapers. This is not a year-around position and will run from March to October each year.

We offer a spectacular compensation package and bonus incentives. Your own vehicle is required, but we cover all travel expenses. This is really a great opportunity for the right person. It is a different type of job, but definitely has different types of rewards. If you feel this position would be the perfect fit for you, then we would love to hear from you.

Please email all enquiries to Michelle Bedford at circulation@trailtimes.ca.

Education/Trade Schools

Education/Trade Schools

Penticton Western News Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Employment

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Pets & Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Trucks & Vans

Ofce Support

Cleaning Services

Livestock

Sporting Goods

Apt/Condo for Rent

Cars - Domestic

BOYLE & Company, a long established law firm located in downtown Penticton, is seeking a Legal Assistant with experience in commercial security and commercial/residential real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will possess a background in the area of property development including subdivisions and drafting covenants, rights of way, easements and related agreements. A working knowledge of Land Title Office and Personal Property Registry practices for searches and registration is required. The position requires strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple demands and priorities is necessary.

Detail oriented with strong organizational and document production skills, you prefer to work independently within a collegial team environment. Flexible work hours could be considered. We offer a competitive wage along with a full comprehensive benefit package. If this sounds like you please forward resume to hr@boyleco.bc.ca. 100 Front St. Penticton BC V2A 1H1

B & C Cleaning, residential, commercial & construction cleaning, yard clean-ups & maintenance, licensed & bonded, Bill & Cheryl Watson, owner operators, (250)4887964

Premium Wood Shavings New supplier of Animal bedding, starting at $250 for 54 cubic yards delivered, (250)770-0214

RUGER 10-22’s & Remington 597’s on sale. Glock 17, 20, 21, 22, CZ 527 & 452 & 550, Ruger American’s, all in stock at Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat. 10-6 facebook.com/ WeberMarkin

1 bdrm apt in clean, quiet NS NP 55+ building near Cherry Lane. Balcony, parking, insuite storage, f/s/dw/ac, coin lndry, elevator, 6-month lease then month to month. $675 + utils. Avail now. 250 462-6745 1BDRM Apt., totally reno’d, 3 new appl., A/C, in-suite storage, N/P, N/S, clean, quiet, secure, on bus route, near Walmart. Call 250-493-8500 A must see! 1bdrm+ den, immaculate, top floor, spacious & bright, with view, Skaha Waterford building, close to Walmart, avail.

June 1, $1195/mo., 250-462-2472 Bach $585, 1bdrm, $650, 2bdrm, $750, ,adult/senior oriented, clean, quiet, cat ok, 250-492-7328 Completely renovated 2 bd, 2ba, laundry, large patio, u/g parking, across street from Skaha Lake. Avail immed.

Rent neg. (250)493-5986

2004 SX Dodge 4dr auto, new new winters/summers, mint, 120,000kms, 250-770-0827

Commercial/ Industrial

2000 TravelAir Motor Home, 22’ Ford V10, air, awning, slps 6, great cond, $20,000.obo 250-260-1941, 250-308-9532

Sales CUSTOM manufacturer needs a motivated individual to develop and maintain corporate B2B clients across north america in the Point of Purchase advertising industry. This is an in house position with limited travel to major US destinations.

Generous salary plus commission offered. email resumes to; bigk@shawbiz.ca

Trades, Technical CONCRETE FINISHERS & Form Setters.

Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta.

Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Jobs@RaidersConcrete .com. Fax 780-444-9165.

FACILITIES Maintenance Supervisor, Kootenay Trout Hatchery, Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. For more information: www.gofishbc.com/postings

Services

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Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

Legal Services

Countertops REFACE Countertops.

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

Garden & Lawn Grasslooking long? Yard looking rough? Too much junk? call Jeff 250-462-6017, beautiful results with gorgeous rates.

Valley Wide Lawn & Yard Care. Fully experienced fruit tree and landscape pruner.

Now booking 2014 lawn care packages. Mowing, power raking and aeration. NO charge fertilizer program, free estimates. Phone Gerald at 250493-5161. Serving Penticton to Osoyoos areas.

Home Improvements ARE YOU WANTING TO RENOVATE? Framing, gyproc, painting, ooring, bathrooms, decks, windows and doors 35 years experience home/business References Available Licensed, Insured, WCB Ted Lund (250)490-7991

BELCAN

Painting & Reno’s

licensed, insured, WCB

painting, tiling, ooring, kitchen/bath reno’s, carpentry nishing,

Len (250)486-8800 www.belcan.ca lenmass@gmail.com

MEADOWVALE CONST. Window and Door replacements. Renovations. Call Mark 250-809-8425

Maintenance Services mJm Services. Gutter cleaning & repair, window washing & pressure washing. Call Trevor 250-499-1456 or email: mjmservices@live.ca

Moving & Storage At 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 HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 13 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331 P.A. Design, Interior Decorating consultations, for appointment call 250-490-6756 WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299, 2 Coats Any Colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

Carpet Cleaning Owner - Operator

Rubbish Removal PENTICTON Junk Removal!

Anything goes!

Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

Tiling KALEDEN Tile - Professional installation of all types of tile and stone. Glass back splashes, tile floors, fireplaces, showers and pans. Free estimates, insured, references and pictures available. No Job to big or small. Glen 250-488-1985

GREEN VALLEY CARPET CARE

Green - Clean - Thorough Dry in 2 hours only!

CALL 250-809-4965 or visit:

www.greenvalleycarpetcare.ca

Merchandise for Sale

Garage Sales GARAGE SALE Art & Treasures from African & Asian, furniture, wine making equipment.

Arta B&B, 1120 Sutherland Rd, (1.5 km passed Hillside), Apr 26, 8:303pm.

NARAMATA COMMUNITY YARD SALE 50+ locations in one small, scenic town Sat., April 26, 9-2, see MyNaramata.com for a map of sale locations

Naramata, Sat., April 26, 878 Sherwood Pl., map at mynaramata.com; generator, tools, lawn mowers, camping, household items, etc.

Peachcliff Drive Garage Sales, Sat., April 26, 8am1pm, Okanagan Falls - RECOVERY FUNDRAISER- SAT. APRIL 26 / 8 - Noon 290 Conklin Ave. Proceeds to Brenda’s recovery from cancer surgery. Donations accepted!

-- NO SALES BEFORE 8 -Sat., April 26, 8am-noon, 130695 Pineview Rd., (Pineview Estates)

Misc. for Sale Freezer beef, grain fed, no hormones, no antibiotics, by the side, $3.50 lb. CWF. 250307-3430 or 250-546-6494 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot savings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel Call 1-800-668-5422 or online: www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

We buy & sell it all: windows, doors, kit. cab.,paint etc.Happy Harry’s Liquidations, 5201 27th St.,Vernon, 250-549-7099 Weslo Treadmill, Noritke 8 piece setting China set, (Blue Hill Pattern), Pilates chair, 250-492-3018 leave message

Misc. Wanted Collectors Currently Buying: Coin Collections, Antiques, Native Art, Old Silver, Paintings, Jewellery etc. We Deal with Estates 250-499-0251

Financial Services

Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale Condo for sale in Oliver,19+, close to all ammen. 2bdrm, 1.5 bath, $140,000. Great rental investment, renters pay $750 and want to stay. 250-4983354

For Sale By Owner 1948 house, middle of 2 large lots, 53 x 135., Needs updating & roof, 5 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 kitchens, garage, 3 fruit trees. $400K rock bottom price until May 31, Drive by 1051 Fairview. Call 493-5087

Houses For Sale At Skaha Beach, 2 bedroom Modular home, Sun Leisure Park, #47, newly renovated, $46,999 obo, may finance with good down payment, call (250)492-6798

Mobile Homes & Parks Double wide, 2bdrm, 2bath, open plan with family room, dbl windows, gyp rock lined inside, newer roof, furnace, A/C, fenced, 2-storage sheds, in family park, only $79,500.

Call 250-492-4625

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm 2bath unit, laminate floors, central location, private parking, cat ok with deposit, $900/mo., 250-488-7902 4bdrm, 2bath, 5appl., ns, np, avail. May 1, $1350+util., call (250)462-0669

Recreational

Suites, Lower

From custom building to major repairs, insurance claims, renovations & parts. Free estimates, reasonable rates and seniors’ discounts available.

For all your RV Needs, call 250-493-7445 Penticton

1bd daylight basement, close to Wiltse Elem. School, N/S, N/P, prefer mature resp. person, ref’s req., $650 incl. util., avail. immed., 250-493-5630 1 bdrm basement suite, Wiltse area. $950/mo. Incl util. cbl. net. 6 appl. sep. ent. Seeking mature professional. Ref req.

NS, NP. 250-486-7408 HIGHLAND motel suites avail now, 1140 Burnaby Ave., 250809-1253, 250-488-2206

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B.C. G overnment Employee retired Association meets at 10 a.m. in the Penticton library theatre room.

Guest speaker is Sherril Foster on the life of pioneer photographer Mary Spencer. n aramata t he Country S CottiSh Dance Club has classes at 7 p.m. Please bring soft-soled shoes to wear for dancing. For more information call Davina at 250-4871272. Classes are held Wednesdays through April from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Shatford Centre.

Neither Scottish background nor a partner is required.

B ereavement t he reSourCe Centre at 626 Martin St. hosts a weekly drop in grief support sessions Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Adults welcome. o kanaGan S outh and i mmiGrant

Community Services is offering free English classes. For more info, stop by the office at 508 Main St. or call 250492-6299. a l C o h o l i C S haS a nonymouS Nooners meetings Monday to Friday noon at 1197 Main St. Call service 24 hours is 250490-9216. Night group meets in the Baptist Church at 7:30 p.m. at 1498 Government St. The Summerland group meets at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement.

Care CloSet thrift Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and special auctions. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All proceeds to the local hospital and hospice. Donations and new volunteers always welcome.

Summerland art CluB meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Summerland Library.

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Church, 696 Main St. oliver douBle o Call 250-490-9272 for Quilters have drop-in activities Wednesdays. info.

PentiCton duPliCate hand and foot canasta BridGe Club holds at 1 p.m. in the Penticton weekly games Leisure Centre, 439 Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Winnipeg St. Lessons Thursdays at 1 p.m. and available for those who the Under 100 Club have never played before.

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S outh o kanaGan Club naturaliStS’ monthly meeting on April 24 at 7 p.m. in the Penticton United Church. Speaker is paleoentomologist Dr. Bruce Archibald on Global Diversity and Climate: What Fossil Insects Tell Us. Blood donor CliniC at the South Main Dropin Centre, 2965 South Main St. from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Please allow for up to 1.5 hours for first time donors, regular donors take about 1 hour. You are eligible to donate every 56 days.

For any questions about donating, call 1-888236-6283 or book online at www.blood.ca. animalS are Soul too.

Join an Eckankar group to discuss this book and share stories of love and spiritual gifts from animal friends.

Discover answers to questions such as can animals experience divine love or do animals go to heaven on April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in Leir House, 220 Manor Park Ave. Continuing for the next five weeks until May 29. Presented by Eckankar. For more information, call 250328-0244. fitneSS friendS meet at 10 a.m. in the Legion hall at 502 Martin St. Come get in shape. Call Dot at 250-492-5400.

South main droPin Centre has Spanish conversation and carpet bowl at 10 a.m., bingo, improver line dance and crafters meet at 1 p.m. Call 250-493-2111 to confirm line dance activities. toPS B.C. 1640 meets from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Bethel Church basement at 945 Main St. Phone Beverley at 250-493-5968 or Liz at 250-493-7997 for more info. deSert SaGe SPinnerS and Weavers Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Oliver Community Centre. Visitors are always welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member stop by or contact Gail Erickson at rgerickson@telus.net or 250-498-4959. elkS CluB on Ellis Street has darts at 7 p.m. All skill levels welcome. f allS o kanaGan SeniorS’ Centre has Scrabble at 10 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. and crib at 7 p.m.

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calendar A l c o h o l i c s night A nonymous group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre. The Okanagan Falls group meets at 8 p.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., and the men’s book study group runs at 7:30 p.m. at 102 1825 Main St. Vineyard Church. toPs (tAke off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, 523 Jermyn Ave. Call Merle at 250-770-8093. frAternAl order of the Eagles has musical trivia bingo at 7 p.m.

Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. Al-Anon for friends and family of alcoholics meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Summerland United Church. Call 250-4909272. c AnAdiAn r oyAl legion branch 40 has crib and drop-in pool at 7 p.m. in the Legion hall at 502 Martin St. AnAvets hAve Pool league at 6:30 p.m. city PeAch toAstmAsters meet from noon to 1 p.m. at the Penticton United Church. Toastmasters improves speaking abilities and leadership skills. Call 250-4922362 for info.

FRIDAY April 25

Bring your friends to the Legion Ladies Auxiliary spring tea from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the hall, 502 Martin St. $5 for sandwiches, tea, coffee and lots of yummy desserts. There will be a bake table, jewellery table, white elephant table, grocery hamper raffle and our pot of gold raffle. t he B ereAvement resource Centre at 626 Martin St. hosts a weekly drop in grief support sessions Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, call 250490-1107. seniors Penticton comPuter Club dropin sessions Monday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. People may sign up for memberships, classes or have computer problems solved.

Lectures on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on computingrelated topics. t he B ereAvement resource Centre at 626 Martin St. hosts

weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. For more info on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-490-1107. eight week griefsuPPort walking group on alternate Friday and Wednesday mornings starting at the Penticton Art Gallery from 10 a.m. to noon, April 11 to May 30. Please call Andrea at 250-4929071 ext. 2203 for more information. s eniors w ellness society and Better at Home are looking for volunteers for transportation, light housekeeping, shopping, friendly visiting, home repairs and yard work. For more information call 250487-7455 or 250-4873376. c AnAdiAn r oyAl legion branch 40 has daily lunches from Monday to Thursday, with fish and chips on Friday at 11:30 a.m., dinner at 4:30 p.m.

Jerry’s Jam in the lounge at 6:30 p.m. the oliver senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m. toPs B.c. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance.

Meetings are downstairs. Phone Susan at 250-496-5931 or Sally at 250-4926556. seniors singles lunch Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250-770-8622. f untimers t he BAllroom Dance Club holds a dance most Fridays upstairs at the Elks Club on Ellis Street. Ballroom and Latin American dancing is featured from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Non-members welcome. For more information visit www. pentictonfuntimers.org or call Brian 250-4927036. elks cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m.

890 wing of South Okanagan Air Force Association meets at 4 p.m. in the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. eAgles hAve A crispy potato chicken dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. with karaoke by Russ following.

AnAvets hAs kArAoke with Jack Ramsay at 7 p.m., Scotch doubles pool at 6:30 p.m. Stu’s kitchen open for lunch and breakfast.

A l c o h o l i c s Anonymous hAs a Primary Purpose meeting, at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre on Green Mountain Road.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Pitch in And clean up Kaleden from April 20 to 26. Bags can be picked up at the store and the library. Filled bags go in the dumpster at the church parking lot.

Thank you for your help and commitment for a clean community. yArd sAle At the Penticton United Church, Eckhardt Ave. and Main St., on April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A trove of treasure awaits including sale of barbecued hotdogs, coffee, juice. the trAil of the Okanagan Steering Committee invites tourism operators, other business owners, cyclists and walkers to discover the building excitement about a proposed multiuse pathway connecting Summerland to Osoyoos at an information session on April 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Days Inn, with a formal presentation at 1:30 p.m. For more information call Paul Barber at 250-4941173 or visit Facebook, Okanagan Lakeside Multi-use Pathway Project. summerlAnd kinsmen Presents Texas Hold ‘em Wild West night poker tournament at the Summerland rodeo grounds on April 26.

80 seats are available with a $60 entry fee.

All proceeds to charity.

Call 1-888-774-5606 or email benjamin. forbes@scotiabank.com for tickets and more information. the villAge of Naramata is holding one big yard sale on April 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be more than 50 household sales, and five community groups are taking part too and offering everything from used books to recycled clothing. Come out for a spring drive and treasure hunt to Naramata. Get a map of the sale locations at www.mynaramata.com.

Penticton lions cluB presents a Texas Hold ‘em Charity Poker Tournament at the Copper Mug Pub, 1301 Main St., on April 27.

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