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Winter snow, ice and cold can create challenges at the best of times. The regional waste reduction office reminds residents during heavier snow fall and poor road conditions, that garbage and recycling collection may

be delayed.

If your regular collection day is missed, the office says collection will take place on the following day, weather conditions permitting.

In extreme weather conditions, collection may

be delayed more than one day.

Slippery roads, especially on sloped or more challenging streets are not safe for large collection vehicles, workers, or residents.

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NEW YEAR’S BABY

It’s a boy Kathy Michaels kmichaels@kelownacapnews.com

It was a boy.

Kelowna General Hospital’s New Year’s baby took his time in arriving.

“Staff at KGH deliver, on average, about five babies a day. Staff welcomed seven babies on New Year’s Eve, and had to wait until 5:38 p.m. on Jan. 1 to deliver the first baby of 2016,” said Interior Health communications officer Tara Gostelow.

Aaryan Wahid was born to mom Riffat Siddiqui and dad Kafi Wahidunnabi.

He is the firstborn to the Kelowna couple, and weighed 8.09 pounds, or 3670 grams.

He wasn’t the first baby to be born in

the Okanagan on this auspicious day, however. Gostelow said a Summerland home birth took place at 3:19 p.m.

Baby girl Sakura Buendia Gayton, who came in at 6.44 lbs, is the second born to Ivan and Sayaka Gayton. Her big sister is two-year-old Kaede Buendia Gayton.

Vernon Jubilee Hospital had a birth shortly thereafter, at 3:37 p.m.

That little guy is named Eliot Steven Koss, and is the first born to Fay and Nathan Koss of Salmon Arm. An Interior Health official said both mom and baby are doing just fine.

B.C.’s first baby was Grayson Heinrich Jackson, who was born at 12:15 a.m. at Surrey Memorial Hospital weighing in at 8 lbs, 9 oz.

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When snow hits the road, it isn’t uncommon for cars to then hit ditches or other cars.

According to ICBC, speed related crashes resulting in injury or fatality in the Southern Interior increase by over 90 per cent during the snowy months, namely November, December and January. That’s why ICBC asks drivers in the Okanagan to slow down, increase following distance and allow extra travel time when there is snow or ice on the roads.

With that in mind, ICBC is also giving five tips for driving in winter conditions: • Make sure your tires are rated for the conditions you’ll be driving in during winter.

Check your tire pressure regularly as pressure drops in cold weather and overinflated tires can reduce gripping • When severe winter conditions arrive,

consider alternatives to driving such as public transit, carpooling with a confident driver whose car is equipped for the conditions, take a taxi, work from home or wait until work crews have cleared major roads.

Sometimes the best option is to leave the car at home • Consider using headlights whenever weather is poor and visibility is reduced to see ahead and be seen by other drivers • Clear off any snow that’s built up on your vehicle’s headlights and wheel wells before driving, as built up snow can affect your ability to see and steer • In poor weather, use extreme caution when approaching highway maintenance and vehicles on the road and never pass on the right. Be patient and maintain a safe following distance, as these vehicles throw up snow and spray which can make it difficult to see.

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New low-cost airline to add new routes at YLW Kevin Parnell Low-cost direct flights to at least three new Canadian markets will soon be available for commuters flying out of the Kelowna International Airport.

NewLeaf, billed as “Canada’s newest, ultralow-cost travel company” will announce new direct flights out of Kelowna as well as its route map, pricing and booking details on Wednesday at 4 p.m. at the Kelowna International Airport as well as in simultaneous announcements in Winnipeg and Hamilton.

The company wouldn’t release information on the new direct routes as of Tuesday, however the Capital News has learned that at least three of the direct locations will be Hamilton, Saskatoon and Winnipeg, markets not currently available direct from Kelowna.

According to NewLeaf, the announcement of the new service will outline“ how NewLeaf plans to revolutionize the Canadian travel market” with what they call ultralow-fares.

The arrival of NewLeaf in Kelowna has been some time coming.

Last January five B.C. ski resorts including Big White, Silver Star and Sun Peaks partnered with NewLeaf to provide a one-time charter flight at spring break from Hamilton to Kelowna.

The seats easily sold out and at the time, Michael J. Ballinghall of Big White said it was imperative for tourism in the Okanagan to be able to provide cheaper flights from other parts of Canada.

“This bodes well for skiing and we think it will bode well for other tourism industries like golf and wine,” Ballingall said at the time.

“Once this clears the way and we show the airplane is easy to book, it opens up a whole new market for us. There are a lot of people that can

easily access Hamilton that would think twice about driving all the way to Toronto. It’s an untapped market.”

On Tuesday NewLeaf remained tight-lipped about its routes and price-points as it planned the three different announcements.

A media advisory from the company was scant with details although it did say flights will be operated by Flair Airlines out of Kelowna, a charter company that boasts a fleet of five Boeing 737 jets. Flair Airlines was the carrier in the original test charter between Kelowna and Hamilton.

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SNOW REMOVAL

Crews busy clearing snow Sawyer Klassen sawyer.klassen@kelownacapnews.com

The cities of Kelowna and West Kelowna are working to clear snow from streets.

Both cities have priority based snow removal systems.

Kelowna is focusing on priority 1 and 2 roads, which are hightraffic roads, collector roads, bus routes, school

zones, town centres and emergency vehicle stations.

West Kelowna is doing much the same, focusing on arterial and collector roads, transit routes, roads with steep grades, school zones, bus routes, town centres and population centres.

Once those are taken care of, priority will shift to local roads and then finally laneways.

Highways 97 and 33 are maintained by the province.

Kelowna and West Kelowna staff are asking residents to move parked cars from streets to help speed up the process and allow for a more thorough removal.

The fire departments are also asking snow to be cleared from fire hydrants by residents in the area.

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Hundreds of kids and families brought bottles for a Bankhead Elementary school fundraiser or food for the Kelowna Food Bank on Sunday as the Kelowna Rockets held the first of two Tim Horton’s Family Skates at Prospera Place. The entire Rockets team was out, including popular mascot Rocky Raccoon, always a favourite with the kids.

Snowfall caught forecasters off guard Kathy Michaels kmichaels@kelownacapnews.com

The year is off to a snowy start.

In the last few days eight to 10 centimetres of snow fell on the Central Okanagan, said a meteorologist from the national weather service.

“We had an interesting, lazy, lowpressure area lingering around southern B.C., trapped under a broad upper ridge—and it didn’t know where to go,” said Lisa Coldwells, a meteorologist with

Environment Canada.

She said when the low pressure area stayed put, it made for the unexpected snowfall.

Coldwells noted it’s likely the last significant snowfall the Central Okanagan will get for a while.

As the snow-causing low pressure area moves northwest, it will take the potential for snow with it, leaving behind the cloudy grey cover Kelowna residents know to be synonymous with the season.

“I was hoping for some

Arctic air to come through and clear the cloud cover, but it won’t get deep enough,” said Coldwells, noting that the silver lining to the grey skies is warmer weather.

While the chilly New Year weather was unexpected for meteorologists, it seemed to catch motorists even more off guard as they skidded all over the valley during the peak of the snowfall.

Unsafe driving prompted Mounties to ask the media to urge motorists, on their behalf,

to slow down and adjust their driving to the weather conditions.

“Slow down and drive safe, our roadways may be slippery due to the weather conditions,” said Const. Jesse O’Donaghey.

(See story page A4.)

Donaghey recommended visiting the ICBC’s website for winter driving tips, as well as information on the requirements for winter tires.

Those heading beyond city limits are also advised to visit the Drive B.C. website.

Tragic end to search for man The Kelowna RCMP say a man reported missing in early December has been found dead in West Kelowna.

On the morning of Jan. 2 West Kelowna police were called to a residence in the 1800 block of Olympus Way after a report that a body

had been found in a shed.

Police have identified the remains as those of Peter Schouten, who had been reported to police as missing on Dec. 8, 2015.

Foul play is not suspected at this time.

The West Kelowna and Kelowna RCMP will continue to assist the BC

Coroner’s Service in the investigation.

Meanwhile, police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a West Kelowna man, Blaine Horton. Horton, 51, was last seen on Dec. 30.

He is described as white, weighing between

160 and 180 pounds and was last seen wearing a black jacket, blue jeans, winter boots and carrying a grey and orange expedition backpack.

Anyone with information is asked to call RCMP or CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-8477.

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O’Donaghey added drivers should ensure they have good winter tires for their trips, particularly if they are planning to drive on a highway that requires winter tires. If proper tires aren’t used on those highways, such as the Coquihalla, the police can ticket the driver $109 and force him or her to turn back.

The RCMP also report a 78-year-old man from Kelowna succumbed to injuries he sustained on New Year’s Eve, when he was struck by a car near the intersection of Springfield Road and Dayton Street around 5:15 pm.

The man was crossing Springfield Road when he was struck by an eastbound car.

“The driver, a 21-yearold Lake Country man, remained at the scene and is co-operating with police,” O’Donaghey said.

“Police have ruled out alcohol as a contributing

factor and strongly believe speed was also not a factor.”

Police said the elderly man was dressed in dark clothing and was not crossing at a marked crosswalk. RCMP are continuing to investigate, and are looking for additional witnesses to speak with.

Aside from the traffic fatality, O’Donaghey said New Year’s was fairly reasonable in Kelowna.

He noted there were just shy of 60 police files from the night, with nothing of significance other than the collision.

As for New Year’s celebrations themselves, the fourth annual New York New Year’s hosted

by Festivals Kelowna at Stuart Park, was a resounding success.

Festivals Kelowna estimated there were more than 6,000 people in attendance and, based on conversations and feedback, it was received very well.

Two car fires under investigation Police are seeking witnesses after a vehicle fire was extinguished late Monday night.

On Jan. 4 at 10:03 p.m., the Kelowna RCMP and the Kelowna Fire Department responded to a vehicle on fire on Highway 97 at Stremel Road.

A white, late ‘90s Mazda pickup was northbound on the highway when the driver saw smoke from under the hood, pulled over and called 911. In speaking with the driver at the scene, police detected an odour of liquor on the driver’s breath and entered into an impaired driving investigation.

“The driver, a 26-yearold Kelowna man, refused to provide a breath sample roadside.

He was issued a 90day immediate roadside prohibition for a refusal and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

The circumstances surrounding this vehicle fire were not deemed suspicious,” said Const.

Jesse O’Donaghey, in a press release.

A short time later, at 10:33 p.m., the Kelowna RCMP and the Kelowna Fire Department responded to a second vehicle fire, this time in

the 500 block of Hollydell Road.

“Police learned that a passing motorist saw black smoke in the area and circled back around to investigate when he saw the vehicle ablaze.

The witness acted quickly, using snow to extinguish the blaze prior to emergency crews arriving on scene,” said O’Donaghey.

Police are considering this fire as suspicious in nature and continue to investigate.

The white Chevrolet pickup truck has been seized by police to be examined by fire investigators as well as the Kelowna RCMP forensic ident section.

The vehicle sustained moderate fire, smoke and water damage to its interior.

Police are seeking witnesses. Anyone who may have seen any persons or vehicles in the area around the time of the fire is asked to call the Kelowna RCMP at 250762-3300.

Remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net or by texting your tip to CRIMES (274637) ktown.

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Darkness Darkness reigns this time of year. The sun doesn’t get up until about 8:00 AM, dusk sets in just after 4:00 PM, and it is pitch black by 5:30PM. Eight hours of daylight simply is not enough. It is cold and lifeless outside. Our earth yearns for the sun to drive away the darkness so that warmth and life can return and free it from the bondage of winter.

This darkness can influence our daily lives. This time of year many report feeling: irritable; tired; overly sensitive; sleepy; cravings for sweet food; and depression.

The world-famous Mayo Clinic of Rochester, Minnesota, defines the impact of the lack of light as, “Seasonal Affective Disorder,” or “SAD.” They define SAD as a type of depression that is related to changes in seasons with symptoms starting in the fall and continuing into the winter months, sapping our energy and making us feel moody. Like our earth we yearn for the sun to drive away the darkness so that warmth and life can return and free us from our bondage to winter.

This darkness is reflected in the mood of our times. Whenever I turn on the TV or radio, I am inundated with details of yet another terrorist attack, natural disaster, economic downturn, and/ or crime of every description.

Many of the political debates that rage around us have turned personal and ugly and have hit historic lows. We yearn for some light to drive away this darkness so that warmth and life can return and free us from the bondage of this winter of our discontent.

It is cold and dark this time of year because our northern hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, the very source of light, heat and life. I believe that our lives seem cold and dark and our world is mired in darkness because we have increasingly tilted away from God, the very source of light, love and life.

God placed our earth in its precise relation to our sun in order to ensure that every year our hemisphere eventually tilts toward the sun, thereby breaking the stranglehold of winter darkness so that new life breaks forth in the spring. The increased sunshine ensures that our collective moods improve. In the same way, God has given us a powerful light that can shine on the darkness of our individual lives and our world, our Lord Jesus Christ, the very source of light, love and life.

The light of Jesus Christ shines, and we are enlightened, every time we encounter God’s Word in the Holy Bible. This light shines on the darkness of the world and enlightens us. The Bible’s enlightenment does not provide specific answers for all of our questions about world affairs and our personal affairs.

The Bible declares that world affairs, our daily lives and many aspects of the life of faith in God, are full of mysteries or secrets which are beyond our capacity to understand. The Bible reveals that our world is embroiled in a struggle between good and evil, and God, who is the source of all good, is in control of this struggle.

The Bible declares that each day our world is moving ever closer to a destiny, and to a destination, a never-ending spring and summer for some and a never-ending winter for others.

This movement of time and history is likened to the birth of a child, (Matthew 24:4-8). The ebb and flow of world affairs, the darkness and light experienced in daily life, are likened to the contractions of childbirth. As the birth of the child comes closer, the contractions, the pain and darkness, come closer together and are more intense. Do you feel these contractions? Then, at just the right time, the child is born.

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When firefighters arrived at the house Sunday, the garage was fully engulfed in flame, with the fire extending into the living area of the home.

According to the fire department, quick action by the first unit on scene slowed the progress of the fire allowing firefighters to enter the building and limit the

damage inside the home to mostly smoke and water damage.

An “aggressive” salvage of personal belongings was done by firefighters to protect family heirlooms and irreplaceable items.

Three people were home at the time and all escaped without injury.

A total of 19 firefighters with three engines, one rescue vehicle, one command vehicle and one safety vehicle responded.

The fire was not considered to be suspicious.

The day before the fire department responded to a 911 call in the 400-block of Providence

Avenue after a gas stove lit cabinets on fire and a dry chemical extinguisher was used to try and put out the flames.

Fire crews went in and put the remainder of the fire out.

The home was ventilated to remove the smoke, no one was injured and the residents were able to remain in the home.

As it does annually at this time of year, the Kelowna Fire Department is reminding the public to check their smoke detectors and alarms and replace the batteries in detectors that are not hardwired into the building’s electrical system.

Eighth floor dryer fire contained Kelowna Fire Department responded to an alarm at the Conservatory in the 700-block of Glenmore Drive.

Upon arrival first in crews were told there was a small dryer fire that had

been extinguished.

The crews responded to the eighth floor and confirmed that the fire had been extinguished by the occupant of the suite.

Fire crews checked for extension and then ventilated the fire floor

hallway and the involved suite.

Fire crews then used a gas meter to ensure there was no build up of CO during ventilation.

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IH gears up to help refugees Interior health says it is ready to meet the health needs of the hundreds of refugees expected to arrive in the region over the next few months.

The new year marks a new beginning for Syrian refugees arriving in this part of Canada says Interior Health.

Refugees will face many challenges as they adjust to new homes, new lives and a new health-care system.

Interior Health and its community partners have been working hard over the past several weeks to help ease that transition and be prepared to meet the health-care needs of the new residents, who began arriving in the region earlier this month, said IH in a news release.

Over the next three months, the Interior

region is expecting up to 400 Syrian refugees.

The Interior region typically sees an average of 1,000 refugees arrive in the area each year.

“This is certainly a higher number than we are used to in a very short time period,” said Dr. Trevor Corneil, chief medical health officer and vice -president of population health with IH. “It has provided us with an opportunity to focus on ensuring high quality, evidence-based health care for refugees and for all newcomers to our region.”

The health authority’s population health department has been working with primary care centres, physicians and other health-care providers, community agencies and local

municipalities to develop a response plan to meet the health-care needs of refugees.

The team has been working closely with staff from the Bridge Clinic in Vancouver—a preventive and primary care clinic for refugees in the Greater Vancouver area.

Together, they have developed protocols, tools and training for health-care providers in the region.

“Although basic health screening takes place prior to refugees’ arrival in Canada, at the local level we have to be prepared to deliver health care services once they arrive in our region. Immediate healthcare needs will range from immunizations to access to medications and mental health

supports,” said Leslie Bryant MacLean, program manager with the population health department.

“We have been working to ensure providers have access to the information they need to provide care in a culturally sensitive manner, while also addressing challenges such as language barriers.”

The Interior region receives approximately 11,000 newcomers to the area each year— this includes refugees, immigrants, and temporary workers.

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Electoral reform There is a serious disconnect in the Trudeau government’s plan to make the recent federal election the last one to rely on first-past-the-post voting.

It’s not that the government intends to change the way we vote. That was in the Liberal platform and Trudeau is just keeping an election pledge—a more representative system that would be less likely to generate an outcome like the Liberals winning a majority even though they received only 39.5 per cent of the popular vote.

There are enough legitimate concerns about first-past-thepost to warrant a national discussion, debate and ultimately reform. But reform to what? Some prefer ranked balloting— the instant run-off model. Under it, the voter gets a ballot listing the candidates and marks off her first, second, third choices and so on. If no candidate gets a clear majority, the candidate with the lowest number of votes gets dropped, and those votes get divided between the remaining candidates based on which candidates most voters named as their second choice and so on until one gets a clear majority.

Another option is national proportional representation, also confusing. The Liberals probably don’t favour it because had a system like that been in place they would have won a minority and the Green party would have something like 10 seats instead of one. Proponents argue it is most accurately representative and allows more voices to be heard.

Others advocate a mixed member proportional system.

Under MMP you would vote for two representatives, one for your riding and a second from a party list.

Trudeau has said in the past he likes the instant run-off model. But his preferences can’t dictate which option wins.

That has to be a national discussion, and that’s where the central disconnect comes in. The Liberals don’t plan to have a referendum on which voting system is best for Canada.

How can you impose a new electoral system on a democratic country without giving citizens a voice to determine the outcome?

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TOM Speaking to a FLETCHER group of Fraser Valley members concerned that the party had split over the leadership of Stockwell Day, Harper didn’t mince words because a local reporter had showed up on a Saturday morning. He explained his prediction that no matter who leads the conservative movement started

by Preston Manning, the national media would work against it.

“The press is owned by big-L liberals and staffed by small-L liberals,” Harper said. “Preston was too cerebral; Stock was not cerebral enough. I’m not sure where I will be, but the media will always be on the other side.”

Harper’s cold war with national media is a theme that runs through his decade as prime minister, peaking in 2015 with the most slanted election coverage I’ve ever witnessed. The celebration continues over Justin Trudeau’s victory, with the supposedly non-partisan federal bureaucracy cheering along with much of the national media.

Harper’s assessment of major newspaper ownership is no longer accurate, except for the Toronto Star.

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But the dying tradition of owners looking up from their accounting ledgers to endorse a political party continued, with the Postmedia chain and the Globe and Mail pointing out that Trudeau’s rash promises didn’t add up.

Endorsements were a brief interruption in the media assault on Harper’s record. His government’s plan to welcome 10,000 refugees, unveiled way back in January 2015, was portrayed as heartless and feeble, while Trudeau’s 25,000 by Christmas represented the generous character of the true Canada.

As it turns out, the Liberals have been hard pressed to reach even the 10,000 mark. But they’ve put out a rash new promise to make it 50,000 at some point in the future, so the media’s new-found message of sunshine, hope and change continues.

Those modest $10 billion annual deficits that Trudeau promised, and Harper warned against? Borrowing and spending will far exceed that, but we’re assured that’s because they were based on inflated Conservative financial forecasts.

In fact, independent private sector forecasts are now the key reference for government budgets at the federal and provincial level. None of them predicted the further slump in energy prices that continued through 2015.

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Letters BETWEEN NATIONS

Much to mend between our cultures To the editor: I spent 50 years in the newspaper business as a reporter, editor, and publisher at weeklies and dailies in all four western provinces.

Throughout my career I witnessed up close the disconnect between aboriginal people and the non-native society.

Becoming familiar with aboriginal history, culture and traditions will surely go a long way in helping to bridge the disconnect.

There has been mistrust, anger, suspicion, frustration and fear from both sides toward the other. Positive steps are being taken to narrow the gap but much more needs to be done.

For too long the aboriginal community has been stereotyped by negative stories carried in newspapers, TV, and social

media. The stories often focus on protests, confrontations, alcohol and drug abuse, financial scandals, fires, gun violence, murders, thefts, assaults and missing persons on First Nations’ reserves.

Other disturbing stories include poverty, unemployment, poor drinking water, dilapidated housing, terrible roads, lack of educational opportunities, truancy, child runaways, etc.

But it hasn’t all been negative. There are many aboriginal success stories. Among them pow wows, rodeo cowboys, accomplished athletes, entrepreneurs, business ventures, artists, lawyers, judges, journalists, musicians, craft makers, politicians, etc.

To improve the relationship between aboriginal people and non-natives, attitudes

need to change.

Perry Bellgarde, national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, called in June 2015 for people to “make room in your hearts and minds and your spirits. Rid yourself of those racial stereotypes of Indians and indigenous people being dumb and lazy and drunk on welfare. Rid yourself of those things, so new things can come in.”

Chief Bellegarde made the statement in response to the final report and recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

The challenge is ours to take.

Clay Stacey, Kelowna

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complain about gas prices To the editor: Re: Barely a Whimper at the Gas Pumps, letter to the editor from Ian MacLean, Dec. 30, 2015 Kelowna Capital News.

In reading Ian’s letter I couldn’t help being reminded of how all politics are truly at some level deep and personal, and by this I mean very generally the following. That which we seek to blame or even change is as much a reflection of ourselves as it is about others.

More specifically, in reference to the “pigs at the trough” or the “greedy bastards,” I need to ask where is the greed in your life since, we are all rich or poor depending on who we dare to compare ourselves to?

That notwithstanding, I am reminded of an interesting favourite quote: “I don’t believe in millionaires but it would be dangerous to offer me the position.” (Mark Twain).

Moreover, to assume that all government officials care only for themselves is perhaps as cynical, if not no different than assuming all families are interested in only their own immediate family’s well-being.

Nevertheless, in respect to Ontario paying 88 cents/litre, I have lived in Northern Ontario, Thunder Bay for approximately 10

years and I can’t recall the last time I saw gas that cheap. I am here [Kelowna] visiting for the holidays and did notice your gas was between three to five cents cheaper than ours, at least as of the 24th of December when I left.

As well, previously we lived in Toronto and I visit and keep in touch with family there where 88 cents/litre is certainly not a current or average recent going rate.

Nevertheless, Ontario like B.C., is quite large and generalizations of any type are apt to convolute any comparisons of sort.

That being said, numerically all this can be easily verified, as can the taxation variations that differ sometimes substantially between provinces let alone municipalities, as a large portion of gas prices are tax based.

In closing, thank you for your time and to be clear in no way am I suggesting that prices do not need to be monitored or altered but exactly how or why is just as important.

Best wishes 2016 to all in between as well as those at whatever extreme.

Roger De Sousa, Thunder Bay Ont.

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Media on Trudeau’s side FLETCH ER FROM A8 really possible any more, thanks to the establishment of the Parliamentary Budget Office. That was a Harper innovation, along with scheduled elections.

And that Trudeau pledge to raise taxes on the wealthiest Canadians and use the proceeds to finance a tax cut for the middle class? That one didn’t add up either. For one thing, wealthy people have a variety of legal ways to reduce their taxable income.

Here’s an actual front-page headline from the Globe and Mail, reporting this unfortunate fact, well after the election: “The way Liberals gauged response to new tax rate explains gap.” So it was just an understandable oversight, you see.

Trudeau’s star turn in Paris, where he pronounced that “Canada is back” in the battle to control the world’s weather?

The official submission from his bloated delegation to the UN climate meetings was actually the existing Conservative plan, which includes phasing out coal-fired electricity generation.

Harper generally represented a preference for the individual over the state, a concept that at one time was known as “liberalism.”

This was illustrated by his preference for parents rather than a nanny state to administer child care.

He advocated free trade, small government and low taxes. We’ll see how that legacy survives the new government and its media cheering section.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca @tomfletcherbc

To the editor: A warning to customers of the longterm parking lot at the Kelowna airport— be sure to double-check the amount you are being charged before swiping your credit card to leave the lot. I recently parked there for 12 days and the machine indicated I owed $222. At first, I assumed the rates had drastically increased since I parked there last.

I begrudgingly paid the amount so I could get my family home after a long day of travelling.

As I pulled out of the lot, I noticed the sign indicating a maximum fee of $12 per day and $62 per week. In reality, I should have been charged no more than $124.

It was a Sunday night and I was told that nothing could be done about the issue at the time. After a few phone calls over the next couple days to Royal Star Enterprises (the company that operates the parking lots) and airport administration, I was reimbursed exactly the amount I was overcharged (no extra bonus for the inconvenience unfortunately).

I was informed by Royal Star’s management that I was overcharged as a result of a “glitch” in the software system. If this “glitch” happened to me once, it could happen to anyone else again. Be vigilant when parking at the airport—know the rates and do the math yourself before you agree to pay what the machine is asking. I know I won’t make that same mistake again.

Eric Fleury, Kelowna

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It’s been almost a month since the Kelowna Rockets have played with something that resembles a full roster.

With three key forwards potentially returning to the lineup this weekend, the defending Western Hockey League champs will—more or less—be back to normal.

Rourke Chartier (Canada), Tomas Soustal (Czech Republic) and Calvin Thurkauf (Switzerland) are all back in Kelowna after a trip to the World Junior Hockey Championship in Finland, as the Rockets host the Everett Silvertips and the Tri-City Americans this weekend.

“It’s going to be a big help to us, it’ll move everybody down a notch or two on the depth chart and give us four pretty good lines,” said Hamilton. “That’s what I think is going to help us in the long run is our depth. We’re just about back to a full lineup, so I’m excited to see what we can do in the second half here.”

While Hamilton would have liked to have seen the three players come home with something more—in particular Chartier and Team Canada—the early exit from the world junior tournament certainly won’t hurt the Rockets’ cause.

Along with centre Rourke Chartier, the Kelowna Rockets are hoping to have forwards Tomas Soustal (left) and Calvin Thurkauf back on the ice this weekend.

“When teams get to the medal games, that takes more out of the players, they tend to be worn out when they get back and usually need to be shut down for a while,” Hamilton said.

“Chartier was off for two months (with injury) so I’m not worried about him.

“I’m hoping all three guys will be fairly wellrested and they’ll be able to get back at it this weekend. It’s going to take some time for them to adjust.”

With as many as six forwards sidelined at times during the month long-stretch, the Rockets managed to grind out a respectable 6-4-10 record to remain in charge of the Western Hockey League standings.

Like head coach Brad Ralph, Hamilton was pleased with the way the Rockets (28-10-20) fought through the adversity.

“The last two losses of the (Prairie trip) the guys were dead, just out of gas,” Hamilton said.

“And with Everett, well they just caught us at the

I’m hoping all three guys will be fairly well-rested and they’ll be able to get back at it this weekend.”

Bruce Hamilton perfect time, we were down a bunch of players, playing five games in seven, so that’s going to happen.

“It’ll take us a little while to get the lineup settled and back to where we were, but that will come.”

The Rockets will host the Everett Silvertips Friday, the third meeting of between the teams in the last 10 days.

On Saturday, the TriCity Americans will make their first visit of the season to Prospera Place.

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With the WHL’s trade deadline looming this weekend, Bruce Hamilton said not to expect a repeat of last year’s fireworks from the Rockets.

He assured there will be nothing remotely close to

the blockbuster deals that brought Leon Draisaitl and Josh Morrissey to Kelowna for the Rockets’ WHL championship run.

“It won’t be as entertaining as last year, that’s for sure,” Hamilton said. “We’re not really out there soliciting hard for anything, we’re just keeping our ears open to see what’s available.”

Ideally, Hamilton would like to acquire an older defenceman with offensive ability for the stretch run, but said the Rockets are “in line with about 15 other teams” who want the same commodity.

Hamilton added that if the Rockets don’t make a trade, he can live with the personnel already in place.

Head coach Brad Ralph agrees.

“If everyone is healthy and playing, we have a heck of a hockey team,” Ralph said. “We’ve still got some work ahead of us, but I think we do have the players to make it work. Whatever route Bruce decides to take with trades, I’m happy with that.”

Kelowna Fripp Warehouse Rockets host 12 BCMML teams in International Elite Midget Tournament.

The puck drops on the 37th edition of the BDO Kelowna International Elite Midget Tournament this afternoon at Rutland Arena.

Twelve teams will compete for the 2016 title, including the host Kelowna Fripp Warehouse Rockets and the BCMML’s Okanagan Rockets.

The final is set for 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Rutland West.

The host Rockets will open the tourney Wednesday night against Pacific Academy from Victoria. Puck drop at Rutland West is 7 p.m.

Kelowna head coach Lee Hamilton is looking for his tier 1 team to elevate its play to a new level over the next four days.

“For us, this is the pinnacle of what we’re aiming for right now,” Hamilton said. “We’ve been preparing our team to be able to match the speed, match the play for major midget because obviously this is one step up from what we are used to.”

The Okanagan Rockets are making their fourth appearance at the tournament. The major midget team won in both 2010 and 2014, before coming up short in its bid to go 3-for-3 last year.

“It’s a great tournament for the whole community and we’re happy to support it,” said Okanagan Rockets’ GM Braeden Pistawka.

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Warren Henderson If only the remainder of 2016 progressed exactly the way it began for the West Kelowna Warriors, Rylan Ferster would be the happiest coach on the planet.

The Warriors opened the new year with backto-back victories and are now riding a three-game BCHL winning streak.

“The feeling of winning never changes,” said Ferster, the Warriors’ head coach and GM. “It feels nice when you win, and it feels crappy when you lose.

“We’re happy with the way it’s been going the last few games, so we’ll see if we can keep it going.”

West Kelowna will look to make it four straight victories on Friday night when they host the Merritt Centennials. Face off at Royal LePage is 7 p.m.

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It was the first time in five tries West Kelowna had beaten Merritt this season.

“Merritt’s one of those teams we’ve had our troubles with,” Ferster said. “It was nice to finally get one from them.”

Then on Sunday afternoon at home,

the Warriors took care of business with a 7-2 victory over the Surrey Eagles. Garrett Forster scored twice as West Kelowna picked up four points in a span of 18 hours.

Along with some solid special teams play, Ferster said the Warriors’ recent success is also due to some long sought-after consistency between the

Two Sun on to university Two more members of the Okanagan Sun’s 2015 BCFC championship team are moving on to university football.

Linebacker Layne Hull has signed a CIS letter of intent with the University of Regina Rams, while running back Kory Ngata plans to play next season with the UBC Thunderbirds.

In Regina, Hull will join Sun teammates Cord Delinte and Thomas Huber who signed with the Rams following the Canadian Bowl.

A native of Yorkton, Sask., Hull was named the Canadian Bowl’s outstanding defensive player, despite the Sun’s 38-24 loss to Saskatoon.

He intercepted a pass, made two tackles and three assists, and blocked a punt, recovering it for a 30-yard touchdown.

During the regular season Hull made 14 tackles, seven assists and had 3.5 sacks.

Meanwhile, Nagata becomes the first Sun player in recent memory to sign a letter of intent with the defending Vanier Cup champion UBC Thunderbirds.

The Richmond native,

who spent two seasons with the Sun, played in only a handful of games in 2015 due to an injury.

Nagata rushed 25 times for 243 yards, averaging 9.7 yards a carry and scored two touchdowns.

In his two seasons with the Sun, Nagata rushed 74 times for 662 yards, scored seven touchdowns and averaged nine yards a carry.

Also headed to the Canada West conference next season is quarterback Josiah Joseph who announced in December he’d be joining the Calgary Dinos.

In all, including graduating members, 17 players from the 2015 Cullen Cup champs won’t be returning to the Sun next season.

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After experimenting with no fewer than a half dozen netminders since the start of the season, West Kelowna has found some stability in the play

of Matthew Greenfield and Keelan Williams.

Greenfield—acquired last month from the Tri City Storm of the USHL— has been especially effective with a 3-1-00 record, a 1.69 goals against average and .954 save percentage.

“He’s been really good,” Ferster said of Greenfield, a native of Parkland, Fla. “The numbers don’t lie. It’s no secret we were trying to stabilize that position, and with the guys we have now, we feel like we have two goalies who can do the job for us.”

After Friday’s home game with Merritt, the Warriors are off until next Tuesday when they play host to the Vernon Vipers.

The Warriors (23-142-0) are tied for second in the Interior Division with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

The Kelowna Chiefs will pay a visit to the Okanagan Divisionleading Osoyoos Coyotes tonight in KIJHL action.

Face off at the Sun Bowl is 7 p.m.

The Chiefs (18-15-2-1) are currently third in the division, 15 points back of the Coyotes (26-7-1-1).

Kelowna is coming off a split of games on the weekend, opening with a 6-3 home ice win on Saturday night. Jonathan Lee paced the Chiefs attack with a goal and two assists, while Josh Baird, Josh Kobelka and Ryan Lawson each had a goal and an assist.

On Saturday in Summerland, the Chiefs dropped a 5-2 decision to the Steam.

Lee and Kobelka scored the goals for the Chiefs who were outshout 3715.

Kelowna’s next home action is Sunday against the Steam. Face off at Rutland Arena is 7 p.m.

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Top-ranked Owls head to Fox tourney The Kelowna Owls will take their No. 1 ranking in B.C. AAAA basketball to Coquitlam this weekend for the Legal Beagle senior boys tournament.

KSS will play its first game Friday morning against the winner of

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Thursday’s matchup between Kitsilano and Cowichan.

The tournament at Terry Fox features five of the province’s top 10 teams.

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a strong showing at the Tournament of Champions last week at Franklin High School in Seattle.

The Owls went 2-1, with their only loss coming to the eventual tournament champs,

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beating Mount Tahoma of Tacoma 86-65.

It was a tight two-point game at the end of the third quarter before the Owls pulled away in the fourth.

Grant Shephard scored 18 points and had 12 rebounds to lead the Owls. Seniors Davide Ciancio and Parker Simson had 16 and 11 points, respectively.

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KSS opened the tournament slowly against the Eagles and despite a solid second half, fell by a 65-57 score.

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UBCO nabs prep school keeper Top-ranking Nicholas has great size, good hands and is very good with his feet which is very important in how we need our keepers to be. His desire to excel both in the classroom and the field are very important to us as we continue to build our program at UBCO…” Dante Zanatta, head coach

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Keeper Nicholas Reitsma, out of Kelowna’s Aberdeen Hall Prep School, is the newest recruit to join the UBC Okanagan Heat men’s 3soccer program.

The 6-foot-3 Reitsma was the captain and MVP for his Abderdeen Hall team in each of the last two seasons.

He’s also the assistant captain of the Thompson Okanagan Football Club U18 boys team.

Reistsma is welltravelled, having lived in Calgary, Egypt, Holland and Houston, Texas, before moving to Kelowna.

During his eight years in Houston, he played for the Houston Dynamo Pre-Academy, and was a member of the regional U.S. National Team training camps.

Over this most recent season with Aberdeen Hall, Reitsma managed four clean sheets, stopped four of five penalties, and only conceded three goals on the campaign.

On top of that impressive stat line, Nicholas takes both sides of the label of student-athlete seriously.

He is also the elected vicepresident of the student council, which he has been a part of for the past three years, and is an honour roll student.

Looking ahead to what he will be able to bring to the 2016 Heat, Reitsma seems ready to make a difference.

“Hopefully this year and in the years to follow I can be a brick wall in goal which can help the team into the playoffs,”

Abderdeen Hall’s Nicholas Reitsma will join the UBCO Heat for the 2016 Canada West men’s soccer season. he said. “I want to be a confident goalkeeper who can be relied upon in key games while providing consistency in net.”

Heat coach Dante Zanatta believes Nicholas

Owls adapt to US rule book OWLS FROM A12 Shephard had a dominant 31-point (13for-16 from the field) and 15 rebound effort.

Simson had another solid outing with 17 points and six boards while fellow senior Nav Sandhu had 17 points on 5-6 shooting and eight rebounds.

After being in foul trouble in each of the first two games, the Owls finally adapted to the American style of officiating and limited their fouls in the final game, a 76-70 victory over the host Franklin

Quakers.

Shephard had 21 points (8-for-10 from field) and 13 rebounds, while senior Matt Lafontaine shot the lights out from beyond the arc, hitting six of nine threes, and finishing with 21 points. Ciancio finished a fine tournament with 13 points. Grade 11 Mason Bourcier had 11 points and was clutch at the free throw line in the fourth quarter going 7-for-8 with the game on the line.

The Owls were 11-2 on the season heading into Tuesday’s league game in Rutland.

will not only fit a need on his roster but will also have the chance to have an impact on the club.

“With the graduation of Logan Ellis securing another keeper was a priority,” Zanatta said.

“We feel that we have one of the top keepers in western Canada joining our program, with Nicholas and Tait (Cuthill, a three-year starter). I believe that we have the position covered very well

and I look forward to seeing these two pushing each other in preseason and the coming years.

“Nicholas has great size,” Zanatta added, “good hands and is very good with his feet which is very important in how we need our keepers to be. His desire to excel both in the classroom and the field are very important to us as we continue to build our program at UBCO…” In then classroom, Reitsma plans to study in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, graduating with a Bachelor of Science.

“I was attracted to UBCO because of its location and its affiliation with UBC,” he said. “The fact that I can stay at home and graduate with a degree from UBC really attracted me.”

Immaculata girls host b’ball tourney this weekend

The Immaculata Mustangs will host their annual senior girls and boys basketball tournaments this weekend in Kelowna.

The tournament kicks off Thursday at IRHS, with the host Mustangs taking on St. Ann’s in girls action at 1:45 p.m.

OKM will take on Clarence Fulton at 3:30 p.m.

On the boys draw, the Mustangs will meet Similkameen at 8:30 a.m.

The boys final goes at 7 p.m. on Saturday, while the girls championship is set for 8:45 p.m.

The Immaculata girls are the defending B.C. AA champs and are currently ranked No. 1 in the province.

B.C. BLIND CURLING…

The Kelowna Curling Club will host the B.C. Blind Curling Championships this Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 9 and 10.

Teams from 100 Mile House, Prince George, Vancouver and the host Kelowna club will vie for two berths at the 2016 Western Canadian Blind Curling Championships and another berth at the

2017 national blind finals.

The westerns are set for Feb. 24 to 28 in Lanigan, Sask.

The opening ceremonies for provincials are set for Saturday, Jan. 9 at the Kelowna Curling Club on Recreation Ave. Draws will go Saturday at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., and 9 a.m. on Sunday the 10th.

Award presentations will follow at noon.

The public is welcome to attend free of charge.

For more information, call Bill Mah at 250-8780710.

MUDD, SWEAT AND TEARS…

The 2016 edition of Mudd, Sweat and Tears comes to West Kelowna on Saturday, May 14.

The 8 km obstacle mud run will be held at Crystal Mountain.

The cost until March 1 is $90 per person, or $81 each if in a group of 12 or more.

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Kick smoking in the butt this year Cheryl Sidenberg contributor

The first days of the New Year are upon us and perhaps you are one of the many who have been thinking about becoming tobacco free in 2016.

What an amazing gift to give to yourself, your family and friends!

Approximately 550,000 British Columbians smoke and more than 70 per cent of those people say they wish they could quit.

Many British Columbians are planning to quit smoking this year so you are not alone.

Making a plan to quit can increase your chances of success.

Make sure your plan includes a quit date to help you get started on your tobacco free journey and be sure to tell the supportive people in your life when that day is.

If you have tried to quit

before, think about what worked, what did not work and how you might use that information to make your next quit attempt your last one.

Past attempts are real learning opportunities so stay positive and plan one step at and time.

Support and resources are available and can bolster your success.

QuitNow offers free personalized support to British Columbians 24 hours a day.

They can provide the tools and support to help increase your chances of quitting.

They can be reached online at https://www. quitnow.ca/ or by calling 1-877-455-2233 or by texting QUITNOW to 654321.

The B.C. Smoking Cessation Program offers British Columbians access to nicotine replacement therapy in the form of patches or gum to

help reduce withdrawal symptoms.

Joining the program is easy simply visit any community pharmacy in the province and ask to join B.C Smoking Cessation Program.

Don’t forget your health care provider can also be a great support so be sure to tell them your plans to become smoke free and ask how they can support you.

In addition to many health benefits, quitting can save a person $3,500 in the first year if they have smoked a pack a day.

Remember to be kind to yourself and reward yourself for being tobacco free.

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Selfie picture of narcissism On a recent vacation I had an unpleasant realization regarding the relatively new phenomenon of the selfie. An almost ubiquitous sight on social media pages these days, the selfie seems to have changed the way people experience holidays or other memorable occasions. This was my first experience with it while visiting a world famous destination.

We were at the ancient Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru along with throngs of other visitors.

While in the midst of the crowds gathered to marvel at this ‘Wonder of the World,’ I realized most visitors were using their smartphones to capture images of their trip—they weren’t taking pictures of the site, but pictures of themselves and their friends in front of the ruins. Most were equipped with selfiesticks to help them with their effort or were asking other tourists to take pictures for them.

people from climbing on walls to better pose for their selfie images.

Elsewhere on the trip, the phenomenon continued to be a nuisance.

One couple even stopped to take selfies on the staircase leading from their plane while other passengers were still disembarking on the same staircase.

Everywhere we went, it was nearly impossible to escape the vanity and self-focus of the selfie.

In talking with others, I realize this is a widespread phenomenon not unique to the places I visited and a simple scroll through a Facebook newsfeed will unveil many who post multiple self-shots every day.

I found one article about a person who had attempted suicide over a desperate dissatisfaction with the 200+ selfies they took every day for months.

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Many stood for lengthy periods at famous viewpoints or blocked pathways and staircases while they took their time getting the perfect pose.

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professionals have suggested that this behaviour is sufficiently prevalent and disabling as to constitute a new disorder. It certainly struck me as unhealthy behaviour tending toward narcissism and selfabsorption.

Of course there is nothing wrong with wanting to capture a few moments from a cherished and anticipated vacation. It simply seemed as though many people completely missed the opportunity to truly be present in the moment of their holiday.

Certainly, the prevalence of the selfie was an unpleasant phenomenon to witness.

I was encouraged to learn that many tourist attractions have begun to ban selfies and I can’t help but hope this will curb this collective habit.

This is just as true for those who feel the need to capture every other moment in their daily lives. Instead of viewing life through the lens of the selfie and whether we have captured our best angle, we could take in the beauty of our surroundings. Instead of posing for endless shots, we could engage with our friends and family.

I believe we’d all be healthier and happier if we did.

Paul Latimer is a Kelowna psychiatrist.

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Quit smoking program The B.C. government’s quit-smoking assistance program is now easier to access. As of Jan. 1, participants no longer have to register through the HealthLinkBC medical advice service.

The program supplies 12 weeks’ of nicotine replacement products or prescription drugs Zyban or Champix in each calendar year to B.C. residents.

To qualify, people must have active Medical Services Plan coverage and be a tobacco smoker or chewer.

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Revellers of all ages took to the chilly water of Okanagan Lake Jan. 1 for the annual Peachland Polar Bear Swim.

Chilly welcome to 2016 Kathy Michaels kmichaels@kelownacapnews.com

Hundreds of area residents washed off the remnants of 2015 and welcomed the new year with a traditional, albeit chilly, plunge into the icy waters of Okanagan Lake.

Polar bear dips held across the Central Okanagan—in Peachland, Kelowna and Lake Country—were well attended New Year’s day events this year, despite sub-zero temperatures and a thick layer of snow to trudge through before even

hitting the water.

“It’s part of our culture—it’s good to do,” said Alex Grave, who has been participating in the Peachland swim for the last eight years.

Miyuki and Randy Lindeboom have been taking the plunge for the last six years, and agree that it’s a great way to start the year.

“The cold feels so refreshing,” said Miyuki.

While the annual dip into the lake prompted some to tout the benefits of tradition and washing away the year that has passed, there were more than a few who

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West Kelowna resident Chris Hinton was with his daughters Daisy, 9, and Penny, 11 for the dip.

Penny had talked the family into the icy adventure, and her dad said he thought it may have been a bad idea.

Daisy, however, was more resolute in her decision to take the swim.

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New Year’s Day polar bear swims are a Canadian tradition and take place in communities across the country.

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Seniors’ advocate advises checking on MSP premium assistance With the Jan. 1 increase to MSP premiums in B.C. now in place, the province’s Seniors Advocate, Isobel Mackenzie, is urging seniors to check if they are eligible for full or partial payment of their monthly MSP premium.

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“Seniors have one of the lowest median incomes and would likely benefit the most from MSP premium assistance,

however many are not aware that they qualify.”

Mackenzie highlighted the lack of awareness in her 2015 report titled Bridging the Gaps.

In the report, which randomly surveyed seniors across B.C., Mackenzie found that overall awareness of

on a sliding scale for individuals and families earning less than $30,000, with those earning under $22,000 paying no premium at all.

A one-time application must be filled out to get premium assistance.

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MSP premium assistance was low among survey respondents, with only 39 per cent being aware of the program.

At the time she said paradoxically, awareness was lowest amongst those who would most likely qualify—seniors with household incomes of less than $30,000 per year.

“We must do all that we can to ensure that seniors are aware of, and accessing the assistance they are eligible for,” she said.

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I think we all want a quick and dirty how-to list for happiness—especially as a new year begins when we are filled with motivation to start on a more committed path, to complete those things we have dragged our feet on over the past year.

We want to embrace the available surge of excitement to really get into the nuts and bolts of making change.

So we make a resolution, we even write it down and take some first steps towards our goals, but then something gets in the way—our inner resistance to let go of what is familiar.

Skipping over dealing with the hard stuff of change may be a wishful fantasy, but I know it just doesn’t work.

Alas, the truth is we don’t change, we don’t grow and we don’t move forward without putting in some soulful exploration of ourselves.

If we really want to live a joyful, connected and meaningful life, we have to delve into our inner

Seniors Issues MARJORIE HORNE belief system that gets in the way of that.

I admit entering into this territory is not for the faint of heart. It is in this place that our deepest fears surface. The ones we try to hide from others as best we can.

Brené Brown, a shame and vulnerability researcher and author, believes that the bottom line of it all is: “If we want to live and love with our whole hearts, and if we want to engage with the world from a place of worthiness, we have to talk about the things that get in the way— especially shame, fear and vulnerability.”

Ugh! As a regular swimmer for many years, I see a significant increase in the numbers of people pulling into the recreation centre parking lot every

January. The pool is filled with newbies buzzing about their New Year’s resolution to get more active and lose a few pounds.

But we are not privy to this new energy for very long.

By February, things are pretty much back to normal, as the majority of those new swimmers have stopped coming and the regular crew share a couple of familiar chuckles with each other.

So what really gets in our way? What is it that we honestly don’t want to wade into, and I don’t mean water.

The third stage of life delivers some unfamiliar territory. That always sets the stage for avoidance because let’s face it, we like our comfort zones.

It takes courage to move out of them. Our feelings of unworthiness or never doing it good enough run deep and I admit it is a bit of a swampland in there.

We all want to bypass these feelings and so

they present as resistance when we are called to move forward, but our inner navigator persists and keeps urging us to let go and wade in.

As I have renewed my commitment to approach elderhood with an openness to become more fully who I am, I know when I am resisting.

I can’t lie to myself about it like I used to.

It takes making a choice each time I am called to dive in deep where some unworthiness lingers.

Procrastination usually reigns its ugly head.

“Not again, not again”, my inner comfort couch sitter cries.

Talking and sharing this truth makes the resistance subside because we often outwardly take a stab at doing the right thing, but inwardly we are saying no to it.

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CENTRAL OKANAGAN CHARITABLE DONATIONS

Charitable giving part of our plan A study examining Canadians’ New Year’s resolutions with a focus on their plans for charitable giving in the year ahead was released yesterday.

According to the BMO Wealth Management study, almost 60 per cent of Canadians plan to make it a priority to donate to charitable causes in 2016.

In B.C., 62 per cent are considering donating to charities in 2016 with anti-poverty efforts being top of the support list, while only 59 per cent of the study respondents have implemented a charitable giving strategy.

Other resolution priorities identified include becoming healthier, spending more time with family and friends, and improving their overall financial situation by spending less, saving more and paying off debt.

“Around this time of year, people tend to reevaluate their priorities and where they spend their energy, time and money. It’s gratifying to note that, with all the different directions Canadians are pulled in, the majority intend to put a premium on charitable giving in 2016,” said Marvi Ricker, vice-president and managing director of Philanthropic Services, BMO Wealth Management.

When thinking about which charities they will support in the year ahead, one-third (32 per cent) of Canadians say they will donate to the same charities they did in 2015, while 56 per cent say they are considering making some changes. The top causes or sectors to which Canadians plan to donate in 2016 are: • Health/medical (54 per cent) • Anti-poverty and helping the disadvantaged (48 per cent) • Animal welfare (27 per cent) • Foundations (20 per cent).

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Although Canadians have an idea of where they will donate, the study found that more than half (58 per cent) do not have a strategy in place for donating and give only as they feel the need or have the money. The top reasons why Canadians say they do not have a philanthropic strategy for donating are: • They prefer to give on a case-by-case basis (33 per cent) • They do not think it is necessary (31 per cent) • They do not have enough money to give regularly (31 per cent).

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According to the study, only 42 per cent of Canadians would describe themselves as knowledgeable about developing a strategy for charitable giving and just half (51 per cent) say they are knowledgeable on how to incorporate their donations into an overall financial plan.

“Having a strategy for donating will help ensure that you’ll make the greatest impact possible on the causes most important to you and also make the act of giving that much more rewarding for you and your family,” noted Ricker.

“A financial professional can help you develop a philanthropic program and ensure you’re being tax smart when donating. Anyone on any budget can be a philanthropist, it’s the mindset that counts, not the amount of the donation.”

The survey results cited from the 2015 BMO Charitable Giving Report conducted by Pollara were compiled from a random sample of 1,000 Canadians 18 years of age and over between Dec. 4 and Dec. 7. A probability sample of this size would yield results accurate to ± 3.1 per cent, 19 times out of 20.

For more information, please visit: https:// www.bmo.com/main/wealth-management.

Of Prime Interest: Credit scores explained We live in a country where you cannot do much without having credit. Your credit score impacts many aspects of your life most important your ability to borrow money.

Most lenders require a minimum credit score to qualify for a mortgage and landlords are now ordering credit reports prior to renting to a tenant. Having no credit is worse than having bad credit.

Undesirable credit can in most cases be explained but having no credit results in just that—no credit history. Your credit history

is comprised of credit cards, car loans, student loans, lines of credit and most recently your mortgage.

One of the most important factors to maintain a healthy credit score is to show good repayment habits. At the very least make your minimum payment on or before your due date to do so. Failure to do this will show poor repayment habits and will affect your score and ability to apply for credit. A missed or late payment once or twice made up immediately can be explained as long as the rest of your credit has been

paid as agreed.

Exceeding your credit limit will affect your score in a negative way so be very careful with this. If you are running close to your limit and your interest charge is added you may be pushed over your limit. Be aware of this and take it into consideration when you are making a payment.

If you are running a balance close to your limit an option is to call the provider and ask for an increase in your limit which brings us to another factor in computing your credit score. Your available limit.

Credit utilization—how much you owe compared to your available limit— affects your score so be aware. It is better to have two credit cards with your balance at 50 per cent of the available limit than one card maxed out.

If you have a card you are not using consider leaving it open. It will keep your credit active and show you have credit available that you are not utilizing and this does wonders for your score. Use the card periodically and pay it off to keep it open.

If this does not appeal to you, exercise caution when

closing accounts. It’s always good practice to get it in writing that the account has a zero balance before closing. Errors can occur and charges posted to your account after closing and you will not be aware until your credit has been pulled the next time. It happens more often than it should and can really have a negative impact on your credit score.

If your credit is less than stellar it is up to you to show these poor repayment habits are a thing of the past and you are now paying on time. Lenders like

to see at least 12 months of positive repayment and this will, in most cases, instil new established credit.

If you are seeking new credit be aware of who is pulling your credit and exercise caution with regards to inquiries as this can negatively affect your score.

Keeping the inquiries to a minimum will save your credit score.

If you would like to see a copy of your current credit score see www.equifax.ca for a list of options to view your credit file. It is always a good idea to monitor your credit history to confirm all

reporting is accurate. It can take a considerable amount of time to correct any disparities and best to do it when it happens not when you need your credit history to qualify you for lending.

Watch for our next column to see how your credit score is calculated.

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Alchemy aims to change lifestyle shopping in Kelowna Out with one year and in with another. Happy New Year!

Alchemy has opened at 345 Bernard Avenue.

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by Sheila Estephan and Jeff McGregor, this lifestyle store is a modern eclectic mix of unique and intriguing home accessories, jewelry, fragrances, watches, scarves, handbags, hats, and Sandrine’s wonderful chocolates and cookies.

The specialty décor boutique is chock-full of tabletop décor in wood, glass, concrete, steel, textiles and other natural materials. Some of the items you will find are mirrors, lamps, frames, pillows, wall décor, chandeliers, books, cards, prints, posters, trays, glassware, vases, cutting boards, trays, serving pieces, candles, candle holders, containers and small furniture pieces.

Alchemy supports local artists and artisans and feature original artworks

by Vicki Drummond, Natasha Harvey, Clea Haugo and Christa Leinemann Knittel.

Two artists from Lake Country create incredible wall sculptures (jewelry for your walls) under the name Entouquet. Other services available are custom gift wrapping, special orders, gift basket creation, tablescapes for weddings and events, gift registry and gift cards.

You will certainly need a great deal of time to browse in this store.

Call250-859-0111.

Let’s Go Transportation, owned and operated

by Fabio Santana, has started Gold Leaf Shuttle Service. It’s an unlimited shuttle service for people 55 years-plus who want to be independent.

Seniors maintaining independence is crucial for healthy and active living. A big part of independence is transportation. If you are unable to drive, consider using Golf Leaf personal shuttle services. The ability to travel around town, run errands or have your groceries picked up

Straight From DeHart MAXINE DEHART for you is a freedom you can now enjoy. Here’s how it works. There is a yearly membership only with a monthly fee of $39 per month plus taxes. The service includes delivery service, airport shuttle 24/7 and unlimited shuttle services to and from many locations such as grocery stores, doctor appointments, shopping, pharmacies, airport, the hair dresser, running errands, etc. The shuttle runs Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 24-hour reservation is required. It’s a safe, easy and hassle free way to travel around our city. For more info call 250-5755988.

Connie Denesiuk of Summerland is the new chairwoman of the Okanagan College board of governors. She replaces Tom Styffe who finished six years of service on the board and three of those as board chairman. Desnesiuk is joined on the executive by Doug Manning as vicechairman, who has served on the board since2010.

Desesiuk joined the board in 2012 and was previously chairwoman of the Okanagan Skaha School District for nine of the 19 years she served as a trustee.

Congratulations to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) on receiving the B.C. Aviation Council’s William Templeton Award. YLW was recognized for its commitment to growth and achievement in the continuous and successful development of the new markets and through a multi-year $55.6 million capital plan. Sam Samaddar is the airport’s director.

The Okanagan Mission Residents’ Association has a new board of directors for 2016. Congratulations to Brent Pay (president),

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Long-time local Dieter Oldendorf has written and published Even When I Laugh, I Have to Cry. You might remember, Dieter and his wife Hildegard owned and operated the popular restaurant, Hansel and Gretel Steak and Schnitzel House for more than 20 years on Water Street, which is now the location of Sturgeon Hall. He also owned the Old Spaghetti House on Bernard Avenue and the Hansel and Gretel in Penticton. Born in Germany on the eve of the Second World War, the book is a true story of Dieter Joachim Oldendorf.

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Community Awards gala goes April 27th at the Kelowna Community Theatre. This is the City of Kelowna’s premier awards for residents of the city.

Nominations will be taken until February 12. The categories include: the Bob Giordano Memorial (Coach of the Year); Male and Female Athlete of the Year; Bryan Couling Memorial Award (Athletic Team of the Year); Teen Honour in the Arts; Honour in the Arts; Young Male and Female Volunteer of the Year; Sarah Donalda Treadgold Memorial Award(woman of the Year); Fred Macklin Memorial Award (Man of the year); Volunteer Organization of the Year; Corporate Community of the Year and Champion of the Environment.

For more information and nomination forms, visit www.kelowna.ca/ residents or call Amber Gilbert at 250-469-8967 or agilbert@kelowna.ca.

Big thanks to Tom Prout of Shoppers Drug Mart in Orchard Park Shopping Centre for his excellent customer

service.

Local business Bin There Dump That will pick up, transport and recycle your cardboard boxes and make a donation to the Kelowna Food Bank on your behalf. Until Jan. 3, Bin There Dump That will come to your home, pick up your holiday cardboard and recycle it for you— all for just $11.99 plus tax for residential pickup. Bin There Dump That is also getting into the giving spirit of the season.

For every cardboard clean out ordered between now and Jan. 31, it will donate $2 to the Central Okanagan Community Food Bank.

Dallas and Tanya Story are the owners of the company. Call 778214-1699 or kelowna@ bintheredumpthat.com.

Next time you are in Penticton, drop into the Penticton Lakeside Hotel and visit PURE located at the hotel in the former fitness center. Owned and operated by Vanesa Jahnke and Carolyn Buksa PURE believes if

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DO YOU HAVE TYPE 2 DIABETES and A HISTORY OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE? If your doctor has told you that you have: • Type 2 diabetes that is not well controlled, AND • A history of cardiovascular disease (such as a heart attack, coronary artery disease, or stroke) You may qualify to participate in a clinical research study investigating a medication for Type 2 diabetes in people with heart disease.

Qualified study participants will receive study medication or placebo, and study-related medical care at no cost and will continue to see their current healthcare provider while participating in this study.

Elections BC is looking for local leaders to serve as District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers throughout B.C. These roles plan for and manage the administration of the 2017 Provincial General Election and related projects.

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Flashpoint Lazer Clinic, owned and operated by Mark Beaulieu at 157D Rutland Road South, is celebrating its fifth anniversary. I remember writing a column on Mark when he opened Flashpoint. That was the first opportunity I had to learn about the tattoo industry. Flashpoint Lazer removes, renews and transforms all kinds of tattoos. The operation now has two laser technicians and two tattoo artists on site.

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Retreats will be held over three, five or seven days, focusing on cleansing, raw food detoxing, yoga, massage and fitness. Call 1-778-476-5746 www. puremovement.ca.

Kelowna, home of the Canadian Culinary Championships is set to host award-winning chefs from across Canada for a weekend celebration of Canadian excellence Feb. 5 and 6 as part of the Gold Metal Plates event. Kelowna’s Gold Metal Plates reflect the

culmination of a long, thrilling and, at times, grueling series of The Canadian Culinary Championships held in 2015 in Canadian cities from coast to coast and result in 11 Gold Metal award winning chefs.

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The Robbie Burns night for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26 will be held on Friday, Jan. 22.

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Take a spin with Driveway— Fridays in the Capital News.

There will be a dinner, dancing and celebration for $25 per person.

Tickets are now on sale at the Legion office at 1380 Bertram Street.

Birthdays of the week: Happy 70th to Barry Huculak (Dec. 29), Wayne Pierce (Jan. 1), Mort Downey of TAC Solutions (Jan. 12) and happy birthday to Adina Braun (Jan. 1); Barb Douglas and Vern Tompkins (both today, Jan. 6); Jack Hatanaka, Nick Kardynal, my second dad and Todd Sanderson (all Jan. 11).

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Changing face of the entrepreneurial world This week, I feel less a columnist and more a reporter because I have research concerning the how entrepreneurial world will evolve over the next 10 years.

Tomorrow’s successful entrepreneurs will be far more reliant on technology than their current counterparts.

They will be more connected in a mobile world; market to customers in ways only imagined today and blur the lines between the virtual and physical worlds as the hype surrounding today’s technology becomes tomorrow’s reality.

A study produced in 2007 in the U.S. made me sit up and take notice of how technology will propel and transform the entrepreneurial and small business sector in our world. It will, it appears, offer three key milestones to embrace: its changing façade, a dramatic rise of personal business and a dramatic emergence of entrepreneurship education.

Entrepreneurs in the next decade will be far more diverse than their predecessors in age,

Entrepreneurial Spirit JOEL YOUNG origin and gender. These shifts in ownership will create new unforeseen opportunities for many, and will change the face of our nation and even the global economy as we know it to-day. A new breed of entrepreneur will emerge.

Entrepreneurs will no longer come predominantly from the middle of the age spectrum but, instead from the edges. People nearing retirement and their children just entering the job market will become the most entrepreneurial generations ever.

Entrepreneurship will also reflect an upswing in the number of women entering the field.

The so-called glass ceiling that has limited women’s corporate career paths in the past send more women to the small business sector.

I, for one, rejoice in this aspect as nationally, our

statistics have, for a number of years highlighted women’s successes in business startups and longevity track.

I found this projection quite informative as I am currently interacting with three immigrant entrepreneurs who are becoming residents in the Okanagan.

The projection offers that immigrant entrepreneurs will help drive a new wave of globalization as there are those thoughtproviders that believe that this new category of Canadian entrepreneur are the fastest-growing segment of small business ownership to-day.

Time will tell on this point, but I have developed an understanding of how this can occur.

For example, immigrants are increasingly turning to entrepreneurship to steer around traditional barriers of entry to the workplace.

While they bring education, professional experience and a

developed network to their adopted Canadian home, often their professional assets do not translate into value across cultural boundaries.

But immigrant entrepreneurs frequently have contacts in their native countries as well as Canada. This provides them with the opportunity to create entrepreneurial ventures that link markets. In his book, The World Is Flat, Thomas Friedman claims we’ve entered a new phase of globalization in that we are well into a newfound power of individuals to collaborate and compete globally.

With cross-border skills and contacts, immigrants with small businesses are leveraging the connective technologies to exploit links across the globe.

Most will not want to work in traditional jobs. They will look for more flexible and parttime work arrangements.

They will zero in on personal ventures and at times boomerang back to their previous employers as contractors or consultants. They will join firms aimed at social issues and build on hobbies that may evolve into entrepreneurial new ventures.

And, there will be, I am sure, a taste of what we might call accidental entrepreneurs who are those folks who leave closing factories and mills and are left with two choices: leave or start a personal business venture.

Often these workers may turn to contract work but, if there is not a

market for their acquired skills, they invariably may turn to the world of entrepreneurship.

Shortly, I will present a workshop to a handful of such people where I will have the privilege of presenting the selfemployment option.

Once again I find myself wanting to stand on the soapbox of entrepreneurial rhetoric and share these tidbits of insight into our changing world but let me conclude with this thought.

The demographics of entrepreneurship ownership are rapidly changing.

Small businesses were traditionally started by non-corporate, middleaged, white males.

However, recent studies throughout North America, of which I cited

some this week, show aging baby boomers, Generation Y, women and immigrants, coupled with the skyrocketing of technologies, are joining the ranks to start small and personal ventures at increasingly powerful rates.

This dramatic change in the face of the entrepreneurial landscape, I predict, will undoubtedly become a boon to our socioeconomic existence.

I hope to be around to enjoy it as I am sure, do you.

Joel Young is an entrepreneurship educator, coach & consultant and the founder of Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurship Society at eagleyoung@ shaw.ca.

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children, our families, our organizations, and our communities. Shame and a resulting reluctance to feeling vulnerable, even as we reach the defined “golden years”, prevents us from living our best lives.

We’ve all learned a lot of “how to’s” over our middle years. Knowledge does give us power, but then what do we do with it as we move through the third stage of life? Well, that is what conscious eldering is all about. Putting all that knowledge into practice on a daily basis and letting go of who we think we are supposed to be and embracing who we are. Brené Brown says choosing authenticity means: • Cultivating the courage to be imperfect, to set boundaries, and

to allow ourselves to be vulnerable • Exercising the compassion that comes from knowing that we are all made of strength and struggle; and • Nurturing the connection and sense of belonging that can only happen when we believe that we are enough.

The gifts of imperfection are identified as courage, compassion and connection. Before you leap into making external change, you may want to explore your inner landscape at a weekend workshop called the Gifts of Imperfection on Feb. 20 and 21 that I am offering. ”Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive

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Janine Szela passed away in Kelowna on December 29, 2015 at the age of 90 years. She was predeceased by her husband Antoni in 2011. She will be sadly missed by companion Billie-Jo and long time friend Janet and her family Susan, Chad, Hannah and Joelle. Janine was a member of the CWL for many years. Funeral Mass was held at Corpus Christie Parish (St. Theresa’s), 750 Rutland Road, Tuesday Jan. 5, 2016 at 1:00 pm. Interment followed at St. Theresa’s Cemetery. Special thank you to the staff at Sun Pointe Village. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.valleyviewfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Valleyview Funeral Home, 250-765-3147.

WOYTUCK, ALLAN WAYNE, 60 Allan aka ‘Big Al’ Woytuck, of Kelowna, British Columbia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at the Kelowna General Hospital. The family will be having a gathering on Saturday, January 9, 2016 starting at 1:00 pm at 3685A Bulman Road Kelowna, B.C. Memorial donations may be made in Al’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

For more about Allan’s life and to offer condolences go to the Springfield Funeral Home’s website www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.

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EDWARD (TED) SWABEY It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Edward (Ted) Swabey on December 28, 2015 at the age of 83. Ted is survived by his loving wife, Margaret, son Gary (Denise), son John (Elizabeth) and daughter Cathy (Lloyd); grandchildren, great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Our lives were blessed by this devoted husband, father, loving grandfather, great grandfather and loyal friend to many. Heartfelt thanks to Deanna and her caring palliative team, and to the Hospice nurses for their compassion and support.

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 11:00 am at The Abbey, 228 Valley Road, Kelowna, BC. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.valleyviewfuneralhome.com.

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ZWICK, WILLIAM (BILL) HERMAN Bill was born on February 24, 1940 in Nelson, BC and passed away on November 18, 2015 in Kelowna at the age of 75.

He is sadly predeceased by his mother Elizabeth (1958), father Lester (1974), sisters Judy (1977), Elizabeth (1990), and Katherine (2010), and brothers Jake (2001) and Lewis (2010). Bill grew up in Midway B.C. and went on to work in the lumber mills in Midway, Cache Creek, the mine in Merritt, later to work in Kelowna at White Western Star, Brenda Mines and Caradon Deckor Doors. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, curling, the ham radio, and coffee outings with family and friends.

He is survived by: his brother Richard Zwick, sisters-in-law Elizabeth Zwick and Nancy Zwick and many nieces and nephews. Special thank you to Mario and Betty G for being there for Uncle Bill over that last years and giving him the comfort of home. Uncle Bill was a kind, gentle, caring, good man. He was independent and even when his eyesight failed him he still went on his walks to the store and met his friends for coffee. He liked a good joke and always made people laugh seeing the humour in a situation when he went out on his excursions throughout Kelowna.

He said laughter was important for all. He somehow kept his Driver’s Licence telling his niece Tina “so in an emergency I can drive” - Tina always wondered what kind of emergency that might be (being he could not see very well). He always told her that he was going to buy a car just to hear her reaction…ahh Uncle Bill.

He had a good memory and picked up a conversation from a last visit inquiring about how things are going now. He truly cared about people. He loved his outings and was happy when he was taken out for lunch, dinner and for family occasions. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.

Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 9th, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.

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Not a day goes by that you are not in our thoughts and dreams.

Your Family and friends and I have so many wonderful memories of you.

You will be forever missed my Darling.

Your loving wife Shawn and Family. xo

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Ecole KLO Middle School Music Students Submitted by Mrs. Pamela Samaddar The Ecole KLO Middle School music students spread holiday cheer through music during their winter concert held December 9th in the KLO gymnasium and at KGH, December 15th! The seventh grade concert band kicked off the December 9th event following a warm welcome by Mme Larmet, KLO Vice-Principal. With three selections, grade sevens left the audience in awe of what they had accomplished as beginning musicians! Mrs. Samaddar, music director for this novice group, paused to share how this 92-member strong ensemble was successful at performing challenging charts in only nine weeks. Mr. Klassen, music director for second and third year music students, followed leading strong performances by grade 8 bands, concert and honour jazz, as well as the KLO Middle School Choir. Each group, 60 to 70 strong, successfully performed four selections highlighting the solo work of Natalia Greenwood, Sophie Everest, Noah Doucette, Georgia Kinahan, Sarah McIntryre, Chris O’Malley, Emily Hansen, Austin Drake, Kyra Molen, Matthew Richardson and Jordan Porteous. Mr. Klassen noted that the honour jazz eight students rehearsed outside of the time table twice weekly and the KLO choir was especially formed to meet during mentorship blocks each week. Both ensembles impressed concert attendees with their high quality performances, too! Accompanists for the choir were Kurtis Conant on set, Adrian Russouw on bass (guitar and upright bass) and Mrs. Samaddar on piano. Rounding out the 9th concert program were KLO’s most senior musicians, the grade nines, under the talented direction of Mr. Klassen. The grade nine concert band members’ performances of On a Hymnsong of Philip Bliss and A Classical Christmas and the jazz band’s mix of four tunes once gain entertained capacity-packed crowd. The complexity of notes, rhythm, dynamics and intonation needed for their challenging repertoire was extremely evident. The rousing applause at the closing of each piece was palpable and students can be so proud of their accomplishments. Grade nine soloists to be congratulated are Jade Thomson, Adam Doucette, Kurtis Conant, Carter Fortney and Thomas Dunsdon.

Both music directors, Mr. Klassen and Mrs. Samaddar said they were proud of their students for their hard work and dedication. They also wish to acknowledge the fine pre-concert entertainment of KLO Combo students who performed while parents enjoyed refreshments and attended the KLO Music Department silent auction. Congratulations to COMBO #1 (Anna Danby, Annika Mendler, Kate Boulter, Mikera Ziolkoski); COMBO #2 (Jade Thomson, Kymber Maxfield, Aidan Bowler, Chloe Bowler, Thomas Dunsdon, Kurtis Conant, Adrian Russouw) and COMBO #3 (Jade Thomson, Miguel LeFevre, Alex Baldassare, Kurtis Conant, Danielle Deleurme, Adrian Russouw, Carter Fortney, Adam Doucette). The evening would not have been a success without the help of Dawn Everest and Sally Freeman (Silent Auction), Deborah Holmes (refreshments), KLO parents and students who assisted with clean up and the always supportive KLO staff!

Lastly, the KLO Middle School choir took a “variety show” on the road to perform for patients, visitors and staff of KGH in the main lobby, December 15th. Under the direction of Mr. Klassen and Mrs. Samaddar, students entertained with selections involving full choir, duets, jazz combo’s and more! Mr. Koch, patient care manager, expressed his gratitude for KLO’s continued participation in KGH’s holiday season concert series and for the quality of students’ performances.

Students certainly appreciated the smiling faces of their audience and the hot chocolate so kindly served by KGH volunteers! Until next year!

Ecole KLO Middle School music students now turn their attention to preparing for upcoming tours, festivals, and the year-end finale in June and judging from their winter concert and KGH tour, you will want to hear them perform. Watch for information on the KLO School website!

I am proud to call myself a member of the KLO Community Action Team (CAT). I am proud because we have touched the lives of others and we have changed them for the better. At the beginning of this school year, we helped plant a tulip garden at the front of our school that will symbolize the friendship between KLO and our sister school, Winkler Prins School in Veendam, the Netherlands.

Shortly after, we presented a 100 dollar check to the incredible Dutch cyclist Alwart Boers, a representative of Right to Play, who is biking around the world to raise money, so that he can see a world where every child has the opportunity to play.

Many children around the world can’t afford any equipment or toys or they simply do not have to ‘luxury’ of a childhood. Some children are forced to grow up too soon because they must care for younger siblings, or are sold into slavery to pay off debts, or for other reasons. But just because there is a reason behind it, it doesn’t make it right. Every child deserves an education, every child deserves to play, every child deserves to just be a kid and not worry about the crises of the world.

Right to Play advocates for children without a voice and in their own words ‘we use the power of play to educate and empower children to be guardians of their own health and active participants in their communities’.

Partway through October, the CAT class travelled to Vancouver to attend We Day. This is an event that you cannot buy a ticket to; you must earn it through global and local actions. We Day was truly a life changing event. We left Vancouver feeling inspired to change the world. The motto of We Day is: “We are powerful. We are a movement. We can change the world.” Many of us had bright ideas of how to make the world a better place for all, but were uncertain of how to transform our thoughts into a reality. We learned that all we need to do is use our voice. We are lucky to live in a country where our voices are heard. We realized that all we need to do is talk about change, and get the ball rolling. Together we can create change!

In October we organized We Scare Hunger, where KLO staff and students raised 1464 non-perishable food items and just over $1400, which was donated to the Kelowna Food Bank. This past November, we gathered 385 gently used warm clothing items and $222 that went to the Women’s Shelter. As per tradition at our school, in December we organized the KLO Turkey Drive and we have raised $1275, enough money to buy 18 families a plentiful Christmas dinner. We are thankful to the support that KLO staff and students have provided us, as we strive to create positive change in our school, local and global communities.

Hayley Cummings, Gr. 8 CAT Leader

Exhibitions of Learning December 2nd The entire school was involved in exhibiting the learning that has been happening in their classrooms.

Some students highlighted their French speaking skills by teaching others a card game. Other students taught how to use Prezi, an online presentation program, while others sang their hearts out. This is just a snapshot of the interesting learning that was exhibited on December 2nd.

Students showing students what and how they are learning in their classrooms is a powerful and positive way to show that KLO values students’ learning.

Where Everybody Belongs KLO Middle School’s WEB leadership program helps leaders grow and build character by pushing ourselves outside of our comfort zone. WEB leaders are a group of Grade 9 students, who are here to support and care for others; they accept, teach, learn, comfort and celebrate each other’s strengths and differences through leadership. Countless contributions have been made by the WEB leaders so far this year in our school and the community. WEB starts at the end of the summer when the WEB leaders attend training and then run Gr. 7 orientation, to help the new incoming KLO students to feel more welcome as they start middle school. Since the beginning of the school year, we have planned many Spirit Days that aim to set aside differences, promote inclusion and connect every grade together as one school. Around the community WEB has lead fundraisers to help local organizations. In the school, WEB leaders work in our school store “Clawsco” to learn how to manage money and develop people and employ-ability skills. Leaders also mentor the new Grade 7 students twice a week to help make their transition to middle school easier. A project that deserves recognition is our elementary school assembly program. WEB leaders collaborate to plan an activity based assembly to present to several of KLO’s feeder elementary schools. The assemblies aim to teach the younger students about KLO’s caring culture, while demonstrating use of the 21st Century Attributes of a Learner in a fun, creative and accepting way. Through building the assembly, WEB leaders also the 21st Century Attributes as they collaborate, contribute ideas, use innovation and develop problem solving skills. Through all our activities, WEB provides an opportunity for us to choose to become more socially responsible and it helps us figure out more about who we are as individuals.

Gr. 9 WEB Leaders, Faith, Teagan, Ainsley & Danica G.

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The party holds its annual general meeting in Richmond Feb. 20, where Brooks will officially step down.

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Contact your local SPCA for lost or found pets.

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SONIC ID#387953 6-7 MONTHS DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR FEMALE

Sonic is looking for a new home where he can be loved and return it back. Do you have an empty spot at the foot of your bed or next to you so he can watch TV on your lap. He would love to play fetch or any other game that he can interact, have fun and make you laugh. If you would like to meet Sonic ask the staff to set up a one on one meet and greet with you. Hurry! He can hardly wait.

SMOKE ID#384592

PENELOPE ID#388198

7 MONTHS DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR MALE Smoke was left abandoned with his sibs in a crate at our front door. We feel that he has not had any human contact, but can be petted & groomed, but will freeze when he gets scared. Given time and a loving, quiet, caring home, Smoke will improve and just needs patience and positive reinforcement to make him be the best kitty he can be. He will try his hardest to become your best forever friend. Please give him a chance.

4 YEAR OLD DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR FEMALE

Once Penelope sees and feels your love and affection, she will return it tenfold.

She loves people and being the centre of attention, but not so keen on sharing with other animals. So...if you are a one pet family looking for a wonderful soul to love and pamper...this will be her!

She is a great groomer, but loves to be brushed and would love for you to come down to the shelter and meet her.

Adopt a Pet from your SPCA local 10%

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5 YEAR OLD COONHOUND MALE

Norm loves children and is very good with them. He is a typical hound, who will howl and bay when left alone for long periods of time and will probably sing when he hears a fire truck or police siren. Because of his great sense of smell and tracking, he will need a very secure fence. Norms breed is very sensitive, so lots of love and patience and a treat or two will go a long way to keeping him happy and well adjusted. He would be best suited to a rural-type home, and a guardian who has experience with the breed, as they are not for everyone.

10 Ft. x 10’ x 6’ Lucky Dog Kennel

• Chain-link panels provide a secure outdoor area for your dog • Rust protection • No tools necessary • 2”x 4” openings • After weld galvanizing • 1” extended base legs elevate the kennel walls off the ground for easy cleanup 434897 Reg. Retail $449.99

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