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Technology has changed how we live our lives.

No big surprise there, but how those changes have and continue to evolve has created some unforeseen circumstances.

From the electronic trail of our lives transcribed in the social media mainframe hemisphere to how knowledge is learned in our school system and how we tend to commit less information to memory with a veritable electronic library at our smartphone fingertips, the technological revolution that began in the 1990s keeps branching into new horizons.

Those who have lived through the past 20 years don’t carry on their day-to-day lifestyles like they did two decades ago. We are both more connected to worldwide information and to each other, as email has evolved into texting, Facebooking and Instagram to name just a few of our online

communication services.

And it continues to evolve.

But at the same time, we have also become more isolated. On the cover of today’s Kelowna Capital News, you see the hands of four people on their smartphones communicating with others, but how often are people in that predicament oblivious to who or what is happening right next to them?

Steve Jobs, the innovative creator behind the Apple computer success story, envisioned his various computer landmark products, from iTunes and the iPod to the iPhone, not just as mechanical products, but creations that all users would personally relate to—become a part of who they are.

With time, the irony of that philosophy is that personal relationship with our data devices has in fact made us more insulated to what is happening around us as the world becomes more individually accessible.

A new generation of young

people who have grown up with these devices face challenges as they enter the workforce and adulthood—the sharing of information that can carry a negative impact, inability to directly communicate with others beyond the isolating world of texting, processing a deluge of information that can be misleading, often intentionally, to base opinions on issues affecting our lives.

As technology continues to evolve, so will the next generation in how they deal with the impact of that technology on their lives and those around them.

The globe may be becoming a smaller place through the technology of social media connection, but it also threatens to be more secluded and detached.

In today’s Kelowna Capital News special report, we look at how technology is changing us and what we will need to do and think about in adapting to what we now know and what is yet to come.

“Are we going to be more connected than ever and better informed, or are we going to be a nation of sociopaths. It’s scary and daunting and exciting all at the same time…and we just don’t know.”

— Christopher Schneider, associate professor of sociology at Brandon University

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When Jon Rever began his career as a teacher, utilizing technology came down to packing up the classroom and heading down to the computer lab to use computers as typewriters.

Internet was not available in classrooms at that time and if students used computers, it was as a word processor with the main source of learning and educating coming from textbooks.

It’s a stark contrast to the teachers of today who utilize technology and the Internet as perhaps their most important tool in an ever-changing landscape that now features schools that are completely wired for the web and students encouraged to use their own smartphones as a learning tool.

“I think it is definitely an exciting time for teachers, they have a lot of incredible options to engage students’ learning,” said Rever, now the director of instruction in charge of technology for the Central Okanagan School District.

“But it’s a more complex and complicated time. If you were to walk though the average high school today, you would see smartphones out in the classrooms sitting on students’ desks.”

Like technology itself, the use of digital teaching and learning tools by students and teachers continues to evolve.

The old computer labs are gone as is a time when the Central Okanagan invested in some 5,000 laptops for middle school students.

In are the days of students being encouraged to use their own smartphones in class as an education tool.

“Traditionally, 15 to 20 years ago, there was a lot of focus on teaching kids how to use technology and special applications like Word or PowerPoint, but what we found was that approach didn’t really result in learning, it was all about how do you use these things,” said Rever, who began in his role as the school district’s man in charge of technology in 2001.

“Where we are right now is focusing on how do we help teachers build technology into their lessons.

They are using technology to empower student learning.

“What it comes down to is how do we in the school system use technology in ways that society is using technology.

“We want to try to emulate that in our school system so that when kids come through the system we’ve introduced them to the tools in a way that they will use them in the real world and in their careers.”

Before smartphones were encouraged, the district opted to outfit students with laptops embarking on a project called iLearn in 2005.

It was a time when schools around North America were investing in laptops for students and Central Okanagan jumped in. The program saw about 5,000 laptops purchased and given to students in Grades 7, 8 and 9.

“We basically got to a place, from a financial perspective, it

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was unsustainable,” said Rever of the laptop program. “So that was stopped and we took those resources and 5,000 laptops and distributed them into schools so more schools could take advantage of them.”

Once the laptops were redirected, the district started to focus on wiring its schools and providing teachers and administrators with the tools to get online and access information to help them teach.

Every teacher and administrator now has a laptop while all 43 schools in the district have their own wireless networks, operating under the main network run by the Central Okanagan School District.

“We started to focus on the network, knowing the vast majority of students starting in intermediate grades were bringing their devices to school,” said Rever.

“At any one time during a school day, you can have 8,000 to 9,000 student connections across our 43 schools. The challenge now that students have their smartphones is they don’t have to be connected to our network anymore.

“It’s a challenge and schools are very conscientious about the amount of time kids are using their devices.”

School networks are protected by firewalls and the use of the Internet is logged in case of issues.

Rever admits is can raise issues and they are dealt with just like any student issue has been over the years. But the district has also moved to empower students to teach their peers about the proper use of technology.

Three years ago, the district held a digital summit that was led by students as senior students discussed issues with their younger peers.

“That was a huge success,” said Rever. “Students relate to their peers far better than adults and we had lots of conversation around this. It was powerful and that summit led to schools adopting learning experiences around digital. ”Some schools use their library as a place where those digital ideas are taught or developed and in other cases it is directly in the classroom.

“Middle schools have elective options where students are exposed to technology.”

Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, Rever said every school has the ability to make its own digital plan.

“I would say in some cases there are schools that are very restrictive in

their device policy and it’s trying to find this balance,” he said.

“You will find schools that are quite restrictive with smartphones so they aren’t allowed in classrooms and only can be used in the morning or after school.

“But as a district we feel it’s important to give local schools the ability to manage that.”

And so, as times continue to change, the Central Okanagan District is changing with them, embracing technology instead of locking up the doors and keeping it out.

Some might question the use of smartphones and the Internet by kids in school, but Rever said there are more positives to be found than negatives.

Are kids sitting in the back of the room texting each other about nonschool stuff? Yes, it happens, he says.

Just like those kids used to pass notes back and forth. “(We can’t) control all of our kids, all of the time and in all of our classrooms and I would extend that to some of the adults in the schools as well,” said Rever.

“But what that says to me is this is a societal issue, not only about schools. I worry about it. We are kind of way out on this edge where people are very focused on digital devices and there needs to be some kind of rebalancing.

“I think it will come. We see a lot of kids unable to regulate themselves— just walk down the street and it’s the same thing for adults. But for some reason we think it’s OK for adults but not OK for kids.”

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State of the city: Kelowna vies to be tech hub Kathy Michaels

young people in our community, because the people attracted to tech jobs are younger. They’re also well paying jobs.”

And those well-paying jobs have a cascading effect.

“Tech is attracting well-educated people who are environmentally conscious, socially conscious, donate to charities, and develop social industries,” he said.

“They want to live where they want to work, ride bikes and eliminate traffic and are promoters of arts and culture.”

In short, the tech industry and the men and women it employs are the gold standard.

It’s not a secret.

The “next Silicon Valley” is an oft’ referred to title for which there are many contestants.

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Kelowna’s mayor is nothing if not a champion of this city’s burgeoning tech sector.

Whether it’s advocating for the construction of an innovation hub for tech start-ups, backing city plans to build the dark fibre network or simply being a presence at tech networking events like Metabridge, Colin Basran is making efforts to ensure this city isn’t missed when it comes to being the next big thing in tech.

He even joined a delegation of Kelowna tech employees on a fact finding mission to upand-coming tech region, Boulder, Colorado, last year to see if he could glean any information on best practices for industry development.

“We are trying to do whatever we can to promote tech in Kelowna,” Basran said.

“It creates jobs for

designation.

Closer to home, there’s Vancouver, which has seen some major successes. Social media company HootSuite, which was started by a Vernon-transplant, is most notable in that city’s offerings.

But Basran isn’t worried about who’s doing what, he said. “I don’t give one single thought to what Vancouver is doing…we are just trying to grow Kelowna.”

The trouble is, there is a finite resource that all these places are drawing from the same pool— skilled employees.

“That’s the one ingredient we’re missing,” said Basran.

Corie Griffiths, manager of the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission, spoke earlier in the year about that issue, noting that her organization’s annual outreach program, Business Walks, highlighted what

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could be an economic stumbling block if it’s not addressed.

“For the entire Okanagan, the workforce needed in the next five years is somewhere in between 28,000 and 48,000,” said Griffiths, citing both the conservative and bullish estimates available to her.

Those figures include both migration data and population growth.

“It’s a tough thing to overcome, and an issue the province and the country is facing,” Griffiths said.

“There’s a race for human capital throughout the world. One advantage we have is the types of careers available matched with our unparalleled lifestyle.”

Lifestyle, said Basran, is something that the Okanagan has no shortage of. While the region’s often lamented high cost of real estate and low rate of rental vacancies act as a barrier in lower paying industries, Basran said those who are employed in tech may find Kelowna to be the affordable option.

“We could attract Vancouver workers who can’t afford a $1 million home,” he said.

“We can play on our strengths.”

Another strength he’s been eyeing is the educational facilities nestled within city borders.

Okanagan College president Jim Hamilton joined Basran on that fact finding trip to Colorado last year. As a result, the college is now looking at tailoring its programs so graduates can fill vacant tech jobs. In particular they’re looking at coding and animation.

“OC is trying to take a proactive role in trying to make all of this grow,” Hamilton said.

The infrastructure to support industry growth is also falling into place.

The City of Kelowna recently installed approximately 13 kilometres of fibre optic cable to provide high bandwidth data services to a number of city facilities. The fibre optic cable implementation has provided significant operational cost savings, faster data response time and innovative new ways of providing service.

The city also intentionally over-built the network to include extra optic fibre to accommodate future city

needs and be available for lease to businesses and institutions that have significant amounts of data to move. “(The city) is able to make money and attract businesses, and it’s already paying off,” said Basran.

Cloud storage company Rackforce was the city’s first customer on the network in early 2014 and late last year animation company Bardell signed on.

They were attracted to the option to tap into the network, bringing with them 50 full-time positions. They’re now slated for expansion.

Also fitting into the puzzle is the Innovation Centre, which should be completed in November.

Accelerate Okanagan, a business support system for tech companies in the startup or growing phases, will move into the building.

Community manager Brea Retzlaff, sees that as a major force in growing the local industry. “There are few places in Canada that have a dedicated Innovation Centre.”

In addition to providing support to up and comers, she said, it will shine a light on how

many tech companies there are here in the region.

“A lot of people don’t know where these companies are or that they’re even here.

(Seeing that) will help recruit more talent to the community,” she said, adding that it could also prompt a well established tech company to create a satellite space in the region.

As is, the industry is already a bigger force than it was anticipated to be even a few years ago.

In a study released last year, Accelerate Okanagan said there were 558 companies, 6,551 employees, 1,920 self-employed workers and innumerable software, applications, data processing, engineering and graphic design, game, website, e-commerce and e-learning ventures.

At that time, they said the Okanagan technology industry added about $1 billion to the economy annually.

Retzlaff said Accelerate Okanagan is about to launch another study, the results she says are likely to reflect further growth in the local tech industry.

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many of these resources all but obsolete.

Christopher Schneider, an associate professor of sociology at Brandon University, said research has shown that quick and simple access to facts and figures has significantly altered the way human beings gather and retain information.

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that our accessibility to information through sources like Google, Wikipedia, etc., has diminished our memories and power of recall,” said Schneider, a former assistant professor at UBC Okanagan in Kelowna.

“The rationale of scholars is that we can always retrieve the information quickly and easily, and so we’re less likely to retain it because the need is essentially no longer there.”

Schneider said many researchers suggest the ongoing changes in technology represent “one of the most important shifts in the human experience since the industrial revolution.”

He said the jury remains out on whether this massive shift towards technology will have positive or negative longterm effects on society.

To help explain the shift, Schneider refers to ‘digital natives’ and ‘digital immigrants,’ terms used by author Marc Prensky to describe the societal split in the use of technology.

The ‘natives’ are those people who grew

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up immersed in the digital age, while the ‘immigrants’—generally 35 to 40 years and older—are those who have had to adjust to advances in technology on the fly.

“We don’t fully understand the consequences of this shift, whether it’s good or bad or in between, but there’s a cultural clash happening,” said Schneider.

“Digital immigrants are those in charge of our dominant institutions, like Parliament, the RCMP, doctors and lawyers, so there’s some fear of natives and a bit of a divide there.

“The excitement comes from natives, the young people who are in schools, labs and tech companies who are

designing a new digital world for us, making the globe a smaller place.

“One day, natives will occupy all those positions of authority.

“On the flip side, is technology going to make us more isolated than ever?” he added.

“Because we are in the middle of it right now, it remains to be seen whether it will be good or bad.”

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In addition to changing the way people access information, Schneider said newer technologies have also had an impact on how we interact with others, including in social situations.

“Even things like parties, when you get together with a group of friends, your high school buddies, you reminisce, talk and tell stories… the dynamics of that has changed, too,” Schneider said.

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On the subjects of emotional growth and the general well-being of people, Schneider said the new digital age raises some interesting questions.

In some instances, the use of social media may be serving as a replacement for more traditional forms of human interaction.

“We know how important it is, from the beginning, the love and touch of a human being, to be held and cared for,” he said.

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Although they provide a window into the past, museums are continuing to advance with technology, bringing changes to the way they operate.

Amanda Snyder, curatorial manager of the Okanagan Heritage Museum, said one of the areas they are focusing on is digitalizing the photographs in their public archives.

With more than 12,000 archived pictures, the museum’s goal of scanning and uploading them all into a database is a project that is taking some time. However, what they have uploaded into the database can be viewed at the museum.

With only a small fraction of what they have actually on display, allowing museum goers to peruse the database allows them to show off much more than they can

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“Then you can search through all of the amazing things that we’ve got, because some things maybe don’t go out on display very often,” Snyder said.

“We could have something unique or rare that doesn’t really fit a theme, so this is a way to share our collection, which we strive to do.

“One way to do that is through these online databases.”

Although many of the museum’s items have been stored online in the databases, they can’t be accessed through the Internet at this point.

While Snyder noted they would like to get the files online in the future, funding is issue.

There are ways around that, however, as websites such as Memory BC allow institutions throughout the province to upload digital files of their holdings, where they can be viewed by anyone around the world.

Storing images and information on databases

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not only increases access to the articles in the museum, but it also protects the museum’s historical information as well.

“It’s also great for preservation, because if anything happened to those photographs, we have a digital copy if there was a fire or flood and something got ruined,” Snyder explained.

“We back up all of the databases offline, so if something happened we have digital copies at least. Just improving access and preservation are two huge things.”

But Snyder acknowledged there are some challenges posed by technology.

“There’s always the challenge in keeping up with the latest system that is being used or the type of file we should be using,” she said.

“Often times we’ll have to save something in multiple formats just so it can be readable in the future.

“Here in the museum we’re saving things for, let’s say, 100 years down the line, and technology

will have change a lot by then.”

With access and preservation two major

benefits of technology for museums, the Okanagan

Heritage Museum is hoping and planning to

continue growing those areas well into the future.

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The legal ramifications of your online presence Jean Russell jrussell@kelownacapnews.com

“People just don’t realize how exposed they are and how they’re putting themselves out there,” said Sean Pihl from his offices at Pihl Law Corp. in Kelowna.

He’s talking about the electronic trail of evidence that builds with every keystroke entered into a computer and then shared by any means.

“Social media and (an individual’s) online presence is a huge tool

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for insurance companies and their defence counsel,” Pihl said.

“Police use it a lot as well.”

Pihl handles cases from personal injury to

can access.

One of the first times the legal ramifications of social media came to the public’s attention was in the Vancouver riot after the final game for the Stanley Cup in 2011.

“It was social media that suddenly exposed a lot of individuals in terms of what they were doing,” Phil said.

“People were taking pictures of the riots, posting it on their Facebook page and what have you. Employers were seeing that and firing

employment and labour disputes.

He said a person’s web presence has become an automatic go-to for employers.

“It’s pretty easy for me as an employer to put (a job applicant) through a PIPL search. It’s a deep web search site. It goes deeper than just going to Google and putting their name in,” he explained.

“You can see what people are posting, what social media they’re using.”

And it’s a tool anyone

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people saying, ‘I’m not employing a person who’s engaging in this type of activity.’”

Pihl said everyone should be more aware of their online presence.

Simply griping about someone online might get you slapped with a charge of defamation. “People will post something about their employer that’s defamatory,” Pihl said.

While a spoken slur against a person or business is slanderous, once it’s online it’s libel.

Something said can be defended simply by claiming you never said it and that the person who claims to have heard it either misheard or is lying. But an email or online post is a written document—evidence for a court case.

For his personal injury clients Pihl emphasizes the importance of their online presence. “I will say to them right off

the bat: ‘You have to understand that your social presence is going to be viewed by others.’”

Pihl sited cases in which the Supreme Court of B.C. has ordered people to provide entries from their Facebook or other personal online sites.

In several cases, postings and particularly photographs, have been used in court to determine the truth behind someone’s claim that their ability to earn income or to enjoy their normal activities in life have been compromised where posted photos of skiing, dancing, holiday water sports and other physical activities prove otherwise.

In essence, Pihl said, the court’s position is that if you have thousands of ‘friends’ on Facebook, “some of whom you haven’t spoken to since Grade 3,” you can’t claim that there is “some sort of

privacy attached to that.”

It’s standard now to get that material produced for court, whether it’s on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram or any other sort of social media.

And if you think just closing down your online presence will make it all disappear, think again.

“All of that information is preserved. Just because you’ve deleted your account, it’s all still there.”

It’s not only personal online sites that get tapped in court. The same goes in wrongful dismissal cases where use of a computer in the workplace, or a personal computer of an employee who works from home is entered as evidence. It’s now common to obtain a computer’s hard drive to discover every web site that’s been searched.

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City using social media to converse with the public

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When it comes to interacting with the public, the City of Kelowna, like most municipalities in Canada nowadays, views communication as a twoway street.

Gone are the days of limiting city news to newspaper advertisements and holding open houses as the only way to gather public feedback and input.

But with computers commonplace and the smartphone ubiquitous, online technology may not have replaced the face-to-face model of communicating between city staff and the public entirely, even though it has become a popular avenue of choice, in large part because of its easy access and 24-hour-perday availability.

And more and more, the city is relying on its various web “portals” to hear back from the public on a variety of items, everything from development proposals

to online program registrations, from requests for service to budget input and, of course, complaints to kudos.

“So many people are using mobile devices these days, it just makes sense,” said Tom Wilson, Kelowna’s corporate communications supervisor.

According to Statistics Canada, Kelowna had the highest rate of Internet use in the country among metropolitan areas at 93 per cent in 2012.

And across the country, more than half of all Internet users (58 per cent) accessed the Internet from a wireless handheld device such as a cell phone or tablet.

That figure was up from 33 per cent just two years earlier.

As a result, the city has seen tremendous growth in the use of technology when it comes to residents wanting information about Kelowna—especially through social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook.

Kelowna now has

The City of Kelowna wants its online platforms to be more smartphone accessible friendly.

12,000 Twitter followers, 4,300 Facebook likes and 25,000 e-subscribers on its automated email city news distribution mailing list.

He said if it was considered a facility, Kelowna’s main website (kelowna.ca) would be the most used with 5.4 million visits last year.

That popularity has prompted the city to budget $280,000 to have its entire web presence overhauled this year.

“We consider the web platform the online face of the City of Kelowna

Creating a personal electronic trail PRESENCE FROM A8 Where the employee says they were loyal and worked on their employer’s behalf for hours each day, the computer tells the real tale—of time spent complaining about the employer in emails,

playing games, shopping online or spending hours doing everything but earn their paycheque.

“What people don’t realize is they leave tracks.

It’s an electronic trail,” Pihl said.

Every email between employees, managers, board members, can all

become documents in a legal case.

“At the end of the day it’s all there, it never goes away.”

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and has the potential to be a 24/7 service tool to residents,” said Wilson.

“Our vision is to move from an online brochure/ archive to a serviceoriented platform.”

The Kelowna website is currently a repository of more than 4,000 pages of information, but city

officials concede it is not as user-friendly— especially for mobile users—as it could be.

So the overhaul will do more than just redesign the main website.

It will also redesign four other websites owned and operated by the city: The airport’s ylw.kelowna. ca, transit’s smartTRIPS.ca, the regional emergency plan’s cordemergency. ca and the Kelowna Community Theatre’s kelowna.ca/theatre) and then transfer over all the information currently stored on the existing sites.

“The platform currently is not mobile-friendly, nor is it accessible based on industry-standard accessibility guidelines,” said Wilson.

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in this process.

But they will need to be integrated and seamlessly incorporated into the new platform to maintain the same standards, he said.

Those include the city’s job posting system, recreation registration system, the service request system, property tax information, e-notifications and many more important services for residents.

For the city, Wilson said improving accessibility of its websites will further what it considers the ability to have direct conversations with the public in addition to the traditional media coverage of what the city is doing.

But Wilson, a former newspaper editor, said despite the

growing popularity of Kelowna’s websites as a communication and information distribution tool, the improvements are not being seen at city hall as a way of cutting out the media “middle man.”

“We know (from the city’s annual resident survey) that the number one way people get their city news is from the newspapers,” he said.

So the connectivity City Hall is looking to improve is seen more as a compliment to the more traditional ways of getting its message out, and input back, than it is as a replacement, he explained.

“The bottom line is we need to be in every medium there is out there,” said Wilson.

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‘Beautiful place to live’ loses glow To the editor: It appears that many Thompson Road residents are not aware of serious safety issues that are apparent on our street. Although our street appears to be a beautiful place to live, as far as some residents are concerned, but are these residents actually seeing all

LETTER OF THE WEEK the issues that are desecrating our neighbourhood?

A small group of us have been closely watching the neighbourhood for a long time, and see issues that are not being dealt with, and are quite concerning.

Speed and volume of traffic are of great concern, so much that one retired gentleman has petitioned the neighbourhood for neighbourhood calming measures as well as concerns of an over abundance of “company vehicles” relating to specific businesses which really shouldn’t be operating out of a residential neighbourhood.

Many of these “business” related vehicles are not being operated

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safely and some others are very noisy.

Drug dealers have made Thompson, Mitchell, Irma and Quigley roads their usual places to do business, with multiple drug deals taking place on a regular basis. The drug dealing has been taking place for at least 10 years now, and although most residents don’t look for it, it’s taking place day and night, and is being captured on video surveillance cameras right in front of our homes.

As of late, many questionable people have been seen and captured on camera scoping out the neighbourhood, going into people’s yards, and hauling stolen property between 2 and 5 a.m.

Many questionable males have been seen on their bicycles carrying backpacks and surveying our neighbourhood after dark, while most are asleep. Males on foot are lurking between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. many appear to be high and are checking vehicles.

While some residents see what they want, there are a few of us that see issue’s of great concern that appear to be getting worse.

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‘Screen time’ our current parental nightmare; In mommyspeak the words Kathartic “screen time” are code for “you’re really screwing KATHY up this parenting MICHAELS gig if your little human watches TV or stares into the black mirror of the family iPad for more than a nanosecond.”

I’ve also learned if who you are speaking to refers to “TV or video games” as “TV or video games,” don’t then call it screen time, because that means you’re about to be marked as an uptight hover mom.

This is high stakes stuff in the mommy-verse. In all aspects of modern society, really. Continually advancing technology, in all its forms, is presenting the biggest challenge in today’s parenting.

Every time humans have gone about charting new ground it’s been problematic, mind you. Think “colonization.”

While this should be less bloody—knock on wood—my human was born into a world completely different than the one I was, let alone every previous generation. My mother’s dogeared copy of Dr. Spock certainly never addressed how to

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balance a world bent on advancing technological integration into all facets of daily life against my social and intellectual development. All she had to worry about was making sure I didn’t bonk my head as I learned to walk; chewed my food before I swallowed; brushed my teeth; didn’t run into traffic; didn’t pick my nose in public. The end, more or less.

Meanwhile, I’ve thought myself into circles about this topic and I’ve learned I’m not alone. A study out of England says that approximately 25 per cent of parents consider balancing technological advancements with their parenting aims is their number one concern.

That there are no clear answers is likely what’s prompted the confusion. Some sociologists say more screen time will produce more sociopaths, some people point out that it makes no sense to deny technology to a child when that is the reality of the world they’ll eventually enter as adults. And then are concerns about how being attached to a computer and/or phone screen is actually changing human posture. There’s much more to worry about, of course.

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“Why are British kids so unhappy? Two words: screen time” came out of the Guardian. r I didn’t even know British kids were unhappy.

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Tribute to ‘one of B.C.’s greatest builders’ Last month, British Columbia lost one of MLA’s Report our province’s greatest builders in former Premier Bill Bennett. The Bennett CHRISTY family is the pride of CLARK Kelowna—no family has had a bigger impact on the direction of our province. I’ve never shied away from the fact that I look at the Bennetts as our greatest premiers. I strive to live up to the example and path they set each and every day in office.

It’s no accident Bill emerged from Kelowna, the cradle of free enterprise in B.C. No place better personifies the spirit of hard work, sacrifice, family, community and helping people in need. It’s an optimistic way not only of interacting with the world around you, but of thinking about the future.

Between them, Bill Bennett and his father W.A.C. Bennett steered our province on the right path for over 30 years between 1952 and 1986. While W.A.C. left an impact that has and will continue to last for generations, Bill Bennett not only emerged from his father’s shadow, he built his own formidable

legacy.

He brought a unique set of skills and abilities, including a commanding presence you couldn’t help but notice when he entered the room. But it was much more than that— he was a humble man who viewed public service as a calling. And he never shied away from tough decisions.

No other premier did more to modernize our province. He led British Columbia through a time of major instability, and helped build a stable fiscal foundation to allow our province to become the leader in Canada we are today. Without his leadership, it’s hard to imagine what state we might find ourselves in.

Perhaps the most crucial lesson to draw from Bill’s leadership is this: Do what you think is right, not what’s most popular.

Controlling spending and balancing the budget aren’t always popular; nobody likes being told “no.” But as tough as that can be, it’s the right thing to do. Bill Bennett never forgot that.

His legacy is an unmistakable set of accomplishments throughout the province.

From SkyTrain, to Canada Place and B.C. Place to the Coquihalla Highway, and expanded mining and hydro industries, Bill Bennett built much of B.C.’s iconic infrastructure that continues to define the province to this day.

He didn’t just build our province from of the Central and South Okanagan / Similkameen within; he opened it up to the2.75x1.75 world like no one before. It was only fitting that one of WANTED his final acts as premier was to open Expo Active, committed and involved individuals to bring ideas 86—inviting the world to our shores, and and energy to SLR’s Board of Directors. If you enjoy welcoming them to the ‘best place on Earth.’ community involvement at a leadership level, here’s your opportunity. Express your interest by February 1.

When we lost Bill Bennett, we lost a man whose legacy will live on for generations. We Elections to be held at the AGM on February 20. owe it to him to work each day to build onof the Central and South that foundation, and not forget the values Okanagan he / Similkameen SOCIETY FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT E: registrar@slrkelowna.ca embodied. www.slrkelowna.ca The Bennett family has invited the public to T: 250.448.1203 pay tribute to Bill at a celebration of his life on Jan. 31 at the Delta Okanagan in downtown Kelowna. It’s a chance to reflect on his 2.75x2.0 contributions and thank him for his years of WANTED service. I hope to see you there.

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International trade top of mind For a variety of different reasons the MP’s Report subject of international trade has been prominent in federal DAN politics over this past ALBAS week.

One issue frequently raised of late is a deal between General Dynamics Land Systems, located in Ontario, to sell light armoured vehicles (LAVs) to Saudi Arabia. This deal was supported by the former Conservative government, is valued at $15 billion, and will sustain 3,000 jobs over the next decade.

The controversy over this deal has been re-ignited given the government of Saudi Arabia recently and publicly executed a large number of individuals provoking international condemnation (including from Canada) in the process.

Some have suggested this deal should be cancelled on account of the poor human rights record of the Saudi Arabian government. To further complicate this

subject, while the Liberals were also very critical of this sale when in opposition now as government they have indicated the deal will not be cancelled.

In a related political twist the official opposition critic has now called for the Liberal government to justify the reasons for the sale.

On a similar theme the subject of human rights records has so far not dominated the discussion that the Liberal government may seek to complete a free trade agreement with the government of China. Currently, Canada has a trade imbalance with China as we export roughly $17 billion in largely resource products and in turn import just under $60 billion of mostly manufactured goods.

That said, a recent report from the Canada China business council estimates a free trade deal with China could see Canada increase our exports by close to $8 billion over the next 15 years and also create upwards of 25,000 new jobs (as was reported by the

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The fun of fantasizing of other worlds and adventures, I hope, will remain a greater draw than the flickering light emanating from a video game or social media site.

When I’m ousted in the years to come,

and his peer group gets in there, is where the problem will likely arise.

Screen time, I hope, will evolve into something that raises us up not pushes us down.

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National Post). It is expected the subject of a possible trade deal with China is one we will hear more about in the months ahead.

Finally this week, Canada’s Minister of International Trade, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, has been making the rounds including a visit to Vancouver, to consult 2.75x3.0 on the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement that has not been formally ratified in Parliament. To date the Liberal government has not indicated if it will support the TPP agreement although President Obama publicly stated after meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau that Canada will be signing onto the TPP agreement.

On a more local note I contemplated crashing the Trade Minister’s Vancouver meetings to raise the importance of a new Canada/USA softwood lumber agreement (a subject I have also raised in Ottawa), however with the House returning in a few weeks I will again raise the issue in the months ahead.

Trade is not a subject I have heard much feedback on in our new riding of Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola and as such I welcome your comments, questions and concerns. I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl.gc.ca or toll free at 1-800-665-8711.

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While online tools can make applying for a job easier—and, in many cases, has become the only way prospective employers will accept resumes—online background checks have not replaced direct conversations with references when it comes to vetting potential employees.

According to Stu Leatherdale, director of human resources at the City of Kelowna, while vetting job applicants in part via their social media postings does happen, it’s not as prevalent as some believe, especially not during the early stages of a job application.

Leatherdale said HR managers may Google perspective employees, but normally that takes place once the worker is going to be offered the job.

He said the issue of checking applicants’ social media postings can be a tricky one as privacy laws are at play, particularly before someone gets a job at a corporation.

After that, however, it’s a different story as a person who is seen to represent his or her employer in public can lose their job if they use private Internet postings such as Facebook, Twitter or Instagram to publicly criticize, embarrass or hurt their employers and their business.

And that hurt can be publicizing

their own bad behaviour in public.

“It’s a new area (in HR) that has has really come to the fore over the last five or six years,” he said.

A recent high-profile Canadian case occurred in Ontario last year when a well-paid Ontario One electrical engineer repeated a rude and offensive popular (on the Internet) phrase on camera behind a female reporter who was reporting live to broadcast outside a soccer match in Toronto.

The reporter challenged the man, along with his friends, asking them why they would say something that offensive to a woman. The young men just laughed it off.

The engineer was identified and fired by Ontario One for his conduct, losing his six-figure job.

While he did get his job back later after the issue was taken to arbitration, his example should serve as a warning to workers in this day and age of wide-spread technological connectivity.

As Leatherdale pointed out, most people carry a camera with them at all times on their mobile smartphone and that embarrassing picture or video footage is only a few clicks away from being uploaded and going viral.

And it is not just at a large employer like the City of Kelowna— with around 950 employees— where workers have to be careful what they say and how they act in public and on the Internet. Smaller employers, like the District of Lake

Country, are following suit.

Holly Flinkman, the district’s HR manager, said technology has changed how workforces are managed and how people get jobs.

She said hundreds of applications can flood in for an advertised job at the district, and in many forms— faxes, written, email. So the district is moving to an online-only application system it hopes to have in place this year.

Such a system—already in place in Kelowna—can help filter applications quickly, making it easier to identify applicants who need to be interviewed and those not qualified.

Flinkman said she is aware of companies that do social media checks as part of larger initial background checks on potential employees.

Like Leatherdale, she said it’s important applicants do not have embarrassing photos and posts floating around in cyberspace.

Moving forward, the city is looking at crafting what it calls an “appropriate use” policy during this coming year.

While Flinkman said she has not run across a problem during her three years with the district, Leatherdale said he has had to deal with the issue a few times, but it has never resulted in anyone ever losing their job.

“Sometimes, people just lose perspective,” he said.

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One of the most memorable field trips I ever went on in school was to Mrs. Craig’s property.

It wasn’t just any old property. She lived on a pond, complete with everything a kid could love. We turned rocks over and discovered bugs.

We captured water in jars and saw what living things were swimming around. We played in the muck and the mud and discovered the great outdoors.

It was something that has stuck with me, a place I still drive past on trips back to the great white north, recalling that time of discovery and fun.

Did it instill my love of the outdoors, slimy creatures, fishing? It definitely didn’t hurt.

Maybe some kids in my class dreamed of going to the moon and becoming an astronaut, but for me playing in the mud and the pond at Mrs. Craig’s place was the best of times. I’ve wanted to be outdoors ever since.

Now, thanks to technology, today’s school kids are having their eyes opened to so many more things and what seems like infinite possibilities.

Go to the moon? Why not. How about Pearl Harbour in Hawaii or the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa?

Students in this school district have been there and done that under the Central Okanagan’s virtual field trip program.

No Boundaries KEVIN PARNELL “It’s unbelievable,” said school board chair Moyra Baxter, who has tagged along on a few virtual field trips since the service was first offered in Central Okanagan schools.

“I’m old enough to remember when the thought of anyone going up in space was just science fiction. It was something you would read in comics.

“Now I’ve been in the room when our students went to space. They sent questions in and the astronaut answered them. I think it’s just amazing and I just wish I could be born again.”

Yes, school field trips (let’s face it they were always the best part of school) have been taken to a new level with advances in technology that are allowing students to take virtual field trips all over the world.

The Great Barrier Reef.

Check. The Indianapolis Zoo. Been there. The Royal Tyrell Museum in Drumheller. Done.

Virtual field trips in the district are pulled off by a team of digital media specialists working out of the McWilliams Centre located in Central School.

A half-dozen teachers, two digital media experts

and a viceprincipal deliver the virtual field trips among their other roles as digital experts in the district.

Teachers sign up for one of the available trips on a firstcome-first-served basis and the digital team will bring the conference to the classroom.

Virtual field trips range from simple website visits to high definition interactive video conferencing.

All five high schools in School District 23 as well as Hollywood Road and Constable Neil Bruce Middle School have access to dedicated life-size HD videoconferencing systems which enable real-time high definition interactive video conferencing.

Students’ questions can be videotaped and sent in and answered.

T:1.31” “It’s not that they just go down and see it (on

video) and that’s the end of it,” said Baxter.

“They can research it and then ask their questions. The idea is for them to be learning and inquisitive and asking questions.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity that the district has been able to get involved in.”

The virtual field trips can come with costs, ranging up to $250 per trip. But when it comes to shaping kids’ futures, it seems a small price to pay to open the minds of our youth.

The virtual trips are one of the many ways the school district is attempting to use technology to help kids learn.

“I think what we’re trying to do in our district is find that balance, trying

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It’s about 40 years since I drove a liver the same thrill, more so given Dodge Charger, a 1969 version of the technological advances. the legendary muscle car.

Nostalgia alone is not enough to The choices for my illicit spin around justify creating such contemporary my hometown in the north of re-recreations of icons of a bygone England, was a Pontiac Trans Am, era. Today’s muscle machines Chevy sedan (forgotten which modhave to perform as everyday cars el) and the aforementioned Charger. and contain the same creature Illicit not because I was joyriding comforts we now expect in a The new Charger family sedan and the 2016 Charger but because I wasn’t insured to looks are truly drive these American monsters, (available in nine trims, delivers in owned by my bosses at the local spades). reminiscent of the plumbing supplies company.

Let’s open the driver-side door of cars that bore the Not sure why I chose the Dodge, this coupe-like four-door sedan, possibly because I was a TV cowboy same back in the which first returned in 2005 after a fan and Dodge City was, of course, late 60s and the 19-year absence from dealerships. the centre of all gun play. How Since that celebrated revival it has variety of engines fortuitous because it would provide been fine-tuned in every sense of now on offer can me with a point of reference for the word. If the earlier re-iterations when recently I climbed aboard the deliver the same of this new generation were somelatest version of the Charger, which thrill, more so given what spartan inside, that cannot draws its design inspiration from be said now. the technological that earlier model.

Premium materials now adorn the Just kidding. I don’t remember much advances. interior and there’s a choice of about my 15-minute turn at the 19 trim and colour combinations, Keith Morgan wheel of that alien left-hand drive not to mention a customizable power machine. I recall that it went 7-inch full-colour driver informalike stink, I liked the roar and the auto transmistion display cluster. The SXT test car featured sion – my first – was sensational. Perhaps that’s the optional 8.4-inch touchscreen media center all I needed to recall because those performance with Uconnect Access system (optional on base attributes were what fascinated muscle car fans trims), very much a 21st century luxury. As is the on both sides of the Atlantic. available BeatsAudio system, with its 552-watt The new Charger looks are truly reminiscent of amplifier and trunk mounted subwoofer, which the cars that bore the same back in the late 60s blasted me with the mid-60s sounds of Jefferson and the variety of engines now on offer can deAirplane during my freeway ride.

The 2016 Charger uses a TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission mated to a 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 engine, which effortlessly generates 292 horses.

And it’s a muscle car with mean fuel economy numbers – 12.8/8.6 L/100 kms. The tester’s Rallye Group option with its one-of-a-kind cold-air induction system, sport-tuned exhaust and engine calibration teases another eight horsepower from the V6. The deep throaty exhaust note whisks one back to the 60s when the Airplane’s Grace Slick was also in good voice and I had hair.

No surprise that the freeway cruising was fun additionally aided and abetted by the three steering modes: Normal, Comfort and Sport. To be honest, I really didn’t get the chance to put the all-wheel drive system to the test but it has to be a bonus for suburban drivers encountering winter weather on their commutes.

But does it play nice as a town car? – In the main yes, though the coupe inhibited view can make supermarket parking a challenge. The V6 did not disappoint. Of course, if you want muscle on steroids then you might want to take a look at the Charger SRT Hellcat model with its supercharged 6.2-litre HEMI Hellcat engine. It produces 707 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque and a top speed of almost 330 km/h. A slightly tamer option is the Charger SRT 392 model, powered by a 6.4-litre 392 HEMI V-8 engine, delivering 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of torque.

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Ford Mustang tops Google searches in Canada

By Keith Morgan When it comes to Google searches for cars, Canadians differ considerably from their American cousins.

The search engine company has just released its top ten lists for all manner of topics but the auto searches topped Driveway’s interest list.

The Ford Mustang topped the Canadian charts and the top selling F-Series truck the Escape and the Focus joined it. Google suggests the Mustang topped the list because it was the best-selling sports car last year and it features

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Chevrolet vehicles were Googled more down south.

Four feature in the top ten with the Chevrolet Malibu at the top followed by the Silverado truck in second place, the Camaro at four and the Colorado truck in eighth place. The Corvette was in fourth place in Canada and the Camaro sixth.

The Honda Civic, top in car sales here, was number two in Canadian searches.

Mainstream, domestically produced vehicles dominate both sides of the border.

Interestingly, the BMW 3 Series made it into the top 15 for the first time. Google says it is a rare event for

a luxury vehicle. People Googling cars have usually made their short list and are looking to buy in many cases. However, the trend from which BMW benefitted follows greater interest

by Canadians in luxury brands. Luxury searches on Google are up 18 per cent in 2015.

The world’s two largest manufacturers, Toyota and Volkswagen didn’t make the Canadian list but the Toyota Tacoma truck made it to three in the US. keith.morgan @drivewaybc.ca

Domestic Three come loaded for Detroit Auto Show

By Jim Robinson DETROIT, MI: This year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit was aptly described by a colleague as “docile” but the Domestic Three were front and centre nevertheless.

Leading the way was General Motors with new products and concepts from

three of its four divisions staring with Chevrolet which showed the 2017 Bolt EV and Cruze Hatchback.

GM Bolt EV The Bolt is described as Chevy’s “first ground up, long-range electric vehicle” that is based on a flat battery pack beneath the floor with exceptional short front

and rear overhangs but with a tall “greenhouse” for a wide range of view and SUV-like seating.

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The Bolt goes into production later this year.

GM Cruze Hatchback Debuted on the eve of the show, the Cruze Hatchback boasts 524 litres (18.5 cu ft) of cargo space behind the rear seat. With the rear seat folded, cargo space expands to 1,189 litres (42 cu ft).

It is more than 91 kg (200 lb) lighter than the previous-generation model due largely to a body structure that is 100 pounds lighter and an engine that’s 20 kg (44 lb) lighter.

Offered in five trim levels, it is powered by a 1.4-litre turbo engine with direct injection and Stop/Start technologies, electric power steering and, on Premier models, a Z-link rear suspension.

Chrysler Pacifica Perhaps the biggest news for Canada was the world premiere of the next generation Chrysler minivan which will continue to be built in Windsor.

Called the Pacifica, it replaces the Town & Country with styling more like a fullsize CUV than a minivan and is longer and wider than the model it replaces.

The Pacifica shown in Detroit was far more richly appointed than the Town & Country with 10-in touch screens in the second row and an “Are We There Yet?” rear seat navigation app.

In the meantime, the current Town & Country will remain in production until March 16 and the Grand Caravan ending August 5.

A 2017 Grand Caravan similar to the current model will start production August 22.

Chrysler Pacifica 2017.

GMC Acadia The 2017 Acadia fullsize crossover bowed in Detroit featuring two new engines—a 2.5-litre inline four-cylinder and 3.6-litre V6 with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Offered with five- or seven-passenger seating, front-drive is standard with optional all-wheel-drive.

All trim levels feature a new drive mode selector which allows the driver to alter chassis and powertrain response to suit driving conditions.

Front-drive models offer Normal (2x4), Snow, Sport and Trailer/Tow modes, while AWD models offer 2x4 (AWD disconnect), 4x4, Sport, Off Road and Trailer/ Tow modes.

The 50/50-split thirdrow seat folds flat for a completely flat load floor behind the second row.

With the second row is also folded, there is 2,237 litres (79 cu ft) of cargo space.

Buick Envision Buick showed two vehicles in Detroit starting with the Envision luxury compact crossover with 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder turbo engine producing 252 hp and start/stop technology.

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and Buick’s first active Twin Clutch AWD system.

The new Envision offers a standard eight-inch Buick IntelliLink screen as well as available OnStar with 4G LTE with a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

It will be sold globally and goes on sale in Canada in the second quarter of 2016.

Buick Avista Also on the Buick stand was the Avista concept generally considered the best looking car of the show.

It carries the latest design language first seen on the Avenir concept from last year’s Detroit show and more recently on the 2017 Lacrosse.

The 2+2 coupe is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 with 400 hp with an eight-speed transmission driving the rear wheels.

Lincoln Continental The long-awaited Lincoln Continental broke cover in Detroit.

Lovely to look at from any angle, it is powered by a twin turbo 3.0-litre V6 with 400 hp and 400 lb/ ft of torque with optional all-wheel-drive and torque vectoring.

Steering and suspension settings can be adjusted in three modes (comfort, normal and sport) while

adaptive steering helps optimize steering response, enabling the vehicle to react more smoothly and precisely to driver input.

The interior was designed for the maximum of comfort and connectivity starting with the Perfect Position seats inspired by private jets and high-end office furniture.

Adjustable in 30 ways, they feature available massage, heat and cooling and independent thigh extensions to provide support.

Considered the brand’s flagship model, the Continental goes on sale in Canada in the fall.

Ford F-150 Raptor Big, bad and beautiful describes the 2017 F-150 Raptor SuperCrew, the most off-road capable sport truck ever from Ford.

It is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation high-output 3.5-litre EcoBoost engine with 411 hp and 434 lb/ft of torque making it more powerful and efficient than the 6.2-litre V8 it replaces.

Paired with a new 10-speed automatic transmission, it features an all-new four-wheel-drive, torqueon-demand transfer case with advanced, easy-to-use off-road mode driver-assist technology, further improves Raptor’s performance so it is easy to drive off-road across varying terrain.

The new Raptor comes with six preset modes: Normal for everyday driving, Street for higher-performance, on-road driving; Weather for rain, snow or ice; Mud and Sand for muddy and sandy trails and terrain; Baja for high-speed desert running and Rock mode for low-speed rock crawling.

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Scott shoots for seventh B.C. title Warren Henderson Coming up short at provincials in each of the last two years simply confirmed what Kelly Scott already knew.

The competitive fire still burns bright for the Kelowna skip who will be pursuing her seventh B.C. women’s curling championship next week in Coquitlam.

“I still love being out there,” said Scott. “It’s been such a big part of my life, I really do still enjoy it.

“Those close calls (the last two years) puts it all in perspective, that nothing is ever a given. Any time you enter a provincials, it’s a test. Hopefully we can rise to the challenge and bring our best.”

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Kelowna’s Kelly Scott will pursue her seventh B.C. women’s curling title next week in Coquitlam. rinks contending for the 2016 Scotties title, with the opening draw set for Tuesday at the Coquitlam Curling Club.

In 2014, Scott reached the B.C. final before losing to Nanaimo’s Kesa Van Osch. Last January,

the Kelowna foursome was ousted in the semifinals by Sarah Wark. Both rinks, as well as defending champ Patti Knezevic of Prince George, will be in the field next week.

“Every team there is good, a lot of them have

been working hard at their games, maybe more than we’ve seen in the past,” said Scott. “Teams will be prepared and we’re going to have to play well. We have to go with an open mind and focus on our game.”

The Scott rink has undergone its share of changes over the years, including the retirements of long-time teammates Jeanna Schraeder and Sasha Carter in the spring of 2014.

Aleksic, who is in her second season with team, lives in Abbotsford, while Loder, in her first season, commutes from Winnipeg. Scott and Pyke are both based in Kelowna.

The latest configuration has worked relatively well this season, as the Scott rink qualified in two of four World Curling Tour events.

In their last cash event in Saskatoon, the Colonial Square Classic in November, the Kelowna team reached the semifinals before falling to eventual champion Krista McCarville.

“We ended on a high note in Saskatoon,”

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Okanagan Sun grad Kyle Patchell will play football next season for the Manitoba Bisons.

Patchell commits to UofM Bisons for 2016 Patchell. “I have played with tons of guys from Manitoba over my career with the Sun. “I also know quite a few guys that have gone on to play for the Bisons after playing for the Sun, including quarterback Theo Deezar. So that was definitely a factor in my decision.”

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team record 11 passes for 176 yards and three touchdowns in the conference semifinal against Kamloops.

In the Canadian Bowl, despite the Sun’s 38-24 loss to Saskatoon, Patchell was stellar with a recordtying nine receptions for 110 yards and a major.

Over his last four games in Sun colours, the 5-foot-11, 170-pound receiver caught an eyepopping 35 passes for 529 yards and five touchdowns.

Bison receivers coach Blair Atkinson said Patchell will be a welcome

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Coming off his last and best season with the Okanagan Sun, Kyle Patchell is taking his football talents to the next level.

The 22-year-old Kelowna product has signed on with the University of Manitoba Bisons for the 2016 Canada West season.

Patchell is excited to be joining a program he has grown familiar with during his years with the Sun. “There’s been a longstanding connection with Manitoba and the Okanagan Sun,” said

said Scott, a two-time Canadian champ. “We had a nice break over Christmas and now we’re preparing for this the best we can. I’m excited to go with this team and hopefully we can find a way to win.”

Unlike past years, the B.C. champ won’t have an automatic berth into the Scotties Tournament of Hearts next month in Grande Prairie, AB. Under new Curling Canada rules, the lastplace team from the previous year—which happened to be B.C. in 2015—must play in a relegation round against the two other lowestranked regions, the Yukon and Northwest Territories, for one berth to nationals.

The final game of the B.C. Scotties on Sunday, Jan. 24 will air at 4 p.m. on Sportsnet One.

addition to the Winnipegbased program.

“Kyle will add a veteran presence to our core of young receivers,” Atkinson said. “He is a polished receiver who can find the hole across the middle and make tough contested catches.”

Although currently undecided, Patchell is considering enrolling the business program at the U of M. He is the sixth Sun player to commit to a Canada West team since the end of the 2015 season.

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Rockets visit Royals for two The Kelowna Rockets have had their hands full with the Victoria Royals this season.

The defending WHL champs will get a double dose of their B.C. Division rivals this weekend on the island, as the teams meet on both Friday and Saturday nights at Save on Foods Memorial Centre.

The teams have split four meetings this season, with the Royals outscoring Kelowna 13-9.

Still, the Rockets (2910-3-0) have a sevenpoint lead over Victoria (25-15-1-3) atop the B.C. Division.

Kelowna will be without two veteran players this weekend— goalie Jackson Whistle (hips, two weeks) and forward Rodney Southam (lower body, two weeks) both remain sidelined with injuries.

Michal Herringer will man the starting role in net for the Rockets until Whistle’s return, while Kelowna junior B goalie Brady Lenardon will serve as the backup for this weekend’s games.

Meanwhile, Rockets centre Tyson Baillie sits second overall in WHL scoring. The 20-year-old from Fort Saskatchewan, AB has 26 goals and 66 points, three points back of Regina’s Adam Brooks.

The Rockets next home action is Tuesday night against the Prince George Cougars. Face off at Prospera Place is 7:05 p.m.

Kelowna will then host Tri-City next Friday, Jan. 22 and Medicine Hat on Saturday, Jan. 23.

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BCHL HOCKEY

Mustangs to vie for B.C. Catholics Warriors home to 60-22 in the opening game, then shelved Keremeos 68-33 in Friday’s semifinal round.

In the end, Mustangs head coach Andrew Gini said his top players all brought their best games to the tournament.

“Kate played awesome offensively and defensively. She was a one-man fastbreak and get speed is tough to match,” Gini said of Johnson’s performance.

“Mackenzie (Horst) and Nicole (Hart) both controlled the glass and their length was, and will be huge for us defensively.

“Ashlyn (Day) is one of the best shooters in B.C. but her defence on the ball was what stood out most,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Mustangs are in Surrey this week for the B.C.

Trail tonight

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The Immaculata Mustangs overwhelmed all three of their opponents in winning the 2016 edition of the Mustang Classic senior girls basketball tournament.

The defending B.C. AA champs and No. 1 ranked team in the province, took down the OKM Huskies 78-36 in the final game on Saturday night at IRHS. Ashlyn Day paced the Mustangs with 24 points, tournament MVP and Grade 11 guard Kate Johnson added 18 points, while Nicole Hart scored 12 points.

Jordan Robb led the Huskies with nine points.

The Mustangs opened with an 88-20 win over St. Anne’s, then took care of Pen Hi 95-52 in the semifinals.

OKM rolled over Fulton

Grade 11 guard Kate Johnson was named MVP as host Immaculata captured the Mustang Classic senior girls basketball tournament title on Saturday.

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Ok Rockets visit Ice for two A month after their last league game, the Okanagan Rockets will return to BCMML action this weekend with a doubleheader in Nelson.

The Rockets will take on the Kootenay Ice on Saturday night and again on Sunday afternoon.

Okanagan (15-8-2), which played last week in the annual Kelowna midget tournament, is currently tied for fourth in the MML with Fraser Valley, four points back of the Vancouver NW Giants.

The Rockets have three games in hand on the Thunderbirds and one game on the Giants.

Okanagan’s next home

action is Friday, Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. against the South Island Royals.

CHIEFS HOME SUNDAY…

Following a 10-day break, the Kelowna Chiefs will be back on the ice on Saturday night in Armstrong.

In KIJHL action, the Chiefs will take on the North Okanagan Knights.

Kelowna will then be at home Sunday to take on the Okanagan Division rival Summerland Steam.

Face off at Rutland Arena is 7 p.m.

The Chiefs (18-16-21) are nine points back of the second place Steam, and 12 ahead of the fourth place Knights.

T.O. LAKERS…

The Thompson Okanagan Lakers managed a point in three games against the Northern Cougars in B.C. Female Midget AAA action last weekend in Prince George.

The Cougars won 4-0 on Friday and 1-0 on Saturday, before the teams played to a 1-1 tie on Sunday. Local players Riley Henderson and Julianne Nelson each had an assist for T.O. The Lakers return to action Jan. 22 in Campbell River against the Vancouver Island Seals.

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defending champion, having won the event for the first time in 11 years

in 2015.

The West Kelowna Warriors will host the Trail Smoke Eaters tonight in BCHL action.

Face off at Royal LePage Place is 7 p.m.

The Warriors will see another Interior Division opponent on Saturday when they visit the Salmon Arm Silverbacks at the Shaw Centre.

West Kelowna (24-152-0) trails the ‘Backs (2410-2-2) by just two points for second spot in the division.

Rylan Ferster’s club is coming off a 5-2 win over Vernon on Tuesday night art LePage.

It was the Warriors third straight win over the Vipers this season.

Jonathan Desbiens paced the attack with a goal and two assists as the Warriors overcame a

2-1 second period deficit with four unanswered goals.

Kylar Hope, Garrett Forster, Liam Blackburn and Tyler Anderson, with his first BCHL goal into an empty net, also scored for the home side.

Matthew Greenfield stopped 27 shots in the West Kelowna goal for his fourth win in six starts.

Meanwhile, the Warriors will host the touring Red Bull Salzburg U20 team from Austria this coming Tuesday night at LePage.

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Sr. Owls look to defend Western Canada title

Expect the host Kelowna Owls to be the favourites when the 43rd Interior Savings Western Canada Basketball Tournament tips off on Thursday, Feb. 4 at KSS. The Owls, who won the tournament for the first time in 33 years in 2015, are ranked No. 1 in 4A boys basketball in B.C. and have yet to lose a game this season to a Canadian opponent.

The draw features two out-of-province teams who are also ranked No.1—Edmonton’s Harry Ainlay Titans and the John Taylor Pipers from Winnipeg.

KSS defeated Ainlay 98-63 last month at the Jasper Place tournament in Edmonton.

Rounding out the field are B.C.’s third-ranked

Sir Winston Churchill Bulldogs, Walnut Grove Gators (No. 8), Kitsilano Blue Demons, Handsworth Royals, and the Prince George Polars.

The 2016 tournament runs Feb. 4 to 6.

This weekend, the KSS is at the Snowball Tournament in Abbotsford.

OWLS SENIOR GIRLS…

The KSS Owls senior girls’ basketball team is in Coquitlam this weekend for one of the season’s most competitive tournaments.

The Top 10 Shootout, featuring all the top AAA teams in B.C., tipped off Thursday at Centennial Secondary.

The Owls are coming off a third-place showing last weekend at the

MEI tournament in Abbotsford.

In the bronze medal game, the Owls outlasted the Handsworth Royals 57-51. Alley Corrado led the KSS attack with 14 points, Courtney Donaldson added 13, while Taya Hanson scored 11 points and had 17 rebounds.

Kelowna opened the tourney with a 6748 over the W.J. Mouat Hawks. Hanson delivered 26 points while Corrado scored 10.

The Owls’ lone defeat came in the second game to the Brookswood Bobcats, 96-57.

Hanson scored 16, Donaldson had 13 points, while Ellie McCarthy added 10.

Junior Owls soar to tourney win The Kelowna Owls junior girls basketball team tipped off 2016 in fine style, capturing top prize at the Little Flower Academy tournament.

The Owls won all three games in Vancouver, securing the championship with a 4126 victory Saturday in the final over No. 4 Lord Byng.

Rachel Hare paced the KSS attack with 10 points, Dez Day had nine, and Kennedy Dickie scored eight points. The Owls put on a solid defensive display, particularly in the third quarter, holding Byng to just two points.

“After taking the holiday break off, this was our first opportunity to get back into game mode,” Owls coach Kim Whelpton said of her team’s play during the tournament.

“I’m very happy with the girls effort, especially on the defensive end. We were able to roll through

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The Kelowna Owls celebrate their win at the Little Flower Academy junior girls basketball tournament last weekend. our entire roster without losing any intensity which is a testament to our team’s depth and focus on sharing the responsibility and success.“ Kelowna opened the

tourney with a convincing 56-27 victory over McMath. Day scored 18 points, Dickie had nine, and Hannah Koch, Rachel Hare and Haley Martin scored six apiece.

In their toughest test

of the weekend, the Owls edged past host Little Flower 56-52.

Day had another 18-point effort, Dickie scored 15 and Hare, 12.

Kelowna team wins B.C. blind curling title Dean Martell’s Kelowna rink will represent the province next year at the 2017 Canadian Visually Impaired Curling Championships in Ottawa.

The Kelowna team defeated a rink from Vancouver 9-2 in the final of the B.C. blind curling bonspiel last weekend at the Kelowna Curling Club.

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The Central Okanagan school district regional curling playdowns will be held this weekend at the Kelowna Curling Club.

Thirteen teams will compete in the event on Saturday and Sunday, with one boys and one girls rink qualifying for the B.C. high school championships Feb. 18

to 20 at the Vancouver Curling Club.

The three local rinks competing are the KSS girls, skipped by Megan McGillivray, the George Elliot girls, skipped by Abby Otteson, and the KSS Owls boys, skipped

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Both the boys and girls finals are set for Sunday at 12:30 p.m.

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Teams from 100 Mile House, Prince George, Vancouver and the host Kelowna club competed in the event.

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After coming up short in Penticton, the owner of the Fintry Queen is setting his sights back on the moribund tourist boat’s original home— the downtown Kelowna lakeshore.

Andy Schwab, the former car ferry-turned faux stern wheeler operator who bought the boat through a court-ordered sale three years ago, has written to Kelowna’s mayor and council asking them to consider letting the Fintry Queen moor off City Park.

The Fintry Queen’s original moorage spot off Kerry Park is no longer available due to construction of a new downtown marina and walking pier at the foot of Bernard Avenue.

Scwab said he planned to move the ship to Penticton. But while council there supported him, he could not find the required financial support in that city.

He said if he is going to spend $500,000 on finding and creating a new home for the ship, he would rather do it in Kelowna.

The Fintry Queen, long a floating landmark on Kelowna’s downtown lakeshore, was pushed out by the city in 2012 when it drew up plans to redevelop the lake

shore at the foot of Bernard with the new temporary-use marina and walking pier. At the time, the city was owed nearly $100,000 in back moorage fees.

The once popular tourist ship has sat, unused, offshore in Sutherland Bay, ever since.

In his letter to council, Schwab lists what he considers a number of benefits to the city of allowing the Fintry Queen to moor off the point in City Park, opposite the children’s water park.

He writes while the downtown marina and walking pier projects are now complete, there is an opportunity for the Fintry Queen to moor safety at CIty Park.

He feels the return of the boat would help attract people to the park and improve safety at night by having it there, attract private investment and jobs and “honour the past” as the ship was a Kelowna fixture for 65 years.

He said the operation would employ 60 people and provide more than $300,000 in wages and benefits and a further $500,000 in purchasing annually.

Schwab has budgeted $300,000 for construction of a seasonal wharf that could be removed in the winter without leaving a footprint on the park.

The project could also help with the city’s plans to build a boardwalk to replace the existing City Park promenade, he said.

In the winter, the ship would be moored offshore by Bear Creek or near Summerland.

Schwab said the Wibit inflatable on-the-water activity centre that has been located in the area of the proposed moorage for the last two summers could remain in its current location or move around to the other side of the point.

The city, which is not being asked to pay towards the project, would receive lease and moorage revenue from the project, he added.

Fueling could be done offshore from a fuel tender.

Schwab said he met with several members of council and Mayor Colin Basran to discuss his proposal. He admitted some councillors were undecided while Basran was opposed.

The issue of catchment areas at the three elementary schools in Lake Country has been settled, at least for now.

The Central Okanagan School Board has voted to support a motion from staff that has adjusted the catchment areas for the three elementary schools in Lake Country.

It closes the book on the issue of where elementary students will attend school in Lake Country, with Davidson Road Elementary still over-capacity, Peter Greer near capacity and Oyama Traditional below capacity.

“It’s a decision that had to be made,” said school board chair Moyra Baxter. “Registration starts February 1st and parents needed to know the board’s decision. How long of a term this will be in place remains to be seen. Lake Country is the fastest growing municipality in B.C. and if the numbers keep increasing we may have to look at this again.

Hopefully it will last a few years and by that time we will have a middle school

in Lake Country to relieve the pressure.”

After a year-long consultation period, school board trustees shifted the catchments to move students living in the Woodsdale Road area to Oyama Traditional School and students living in the southwest quadrant of Lake Country to Peter Greer (not including the Sage Glen subdivision).

The issue divided Lake Country last year when an initial recommendation

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Program coordinator Mel Clifford said whether common-law or legally married, couples going through a break-up are often unaware of their options for moving forward in a healthy way.

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The Gellatly Nut Farm Society held its board meeting last Friday at the Westbank Library conference centre. Board members present included Maureen Pascuzzo, Gordon Ficke, society president Dave Harris, Jennifer Reese, Michael Gro, Ferne Jean, Blair Jean and Carl Zanon. Among the resolutions at the meeting was an updating of a memorandum of understanding with the Regional District of Central Okanagan on the regional park along with a review of plans to implement projects and activities that enhance the legacy of nut farm founder Jack Gellatly’s work in his development of walnuts and hazelnuts varieties. The library invites all local community groups to use its conference room centre for meetings. Call 250-768-436 for more information.

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Rising to fundraising challenge The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle campaign raised $745,000 leading up to Christmas.

While it didn’t break previous fundraising records, it still exceeded the $700,000 target.

The funds allowed the Salvation Army food and toy program to help a record 2,126 individuals with food support and provided 1,049 children with toys at Christmas.

“We are preparing to help more this year as there will be greater

need for help and much higher numbers come Christmas,” said Darryl Burry, executive director The Salvation Army Central Okanagan.

“This year is setting itself up for hardship for families from the economy, job losses and rising prices for basic needs.”

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“We are one of the very few Salvation Army Kettle Campaigns that runs with all volunteers.

Our community is generous with their time and we can’t do what we do without our volunteers, “said Suzie Docherty, Salvation Army volunteer coordinator.

“This year, I was excited by the wave of new ringers, and thrilled with how many parents booked to ring with their children. We have generational bell ringers and it’s heartening to see the next generation giving back.”

The Salvation Army accepts donations all year of nonperishable food items, frozen goods especially proteins, rubber totes to help with food storage and fresh items in larger quantities.

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SCHMALZ, ALOIS (AL) Alois Schmalz, (Al) 74, died January 4, 2016 in Kelowna hospital. Originating from Germany, Al immigrated to Canada at age 22, in 1963.

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He was well known for this artistic craftsmanship as an ornamental ironworker.

He is survived by his daughter Christina Gregoire (Roger), son Martin Schmalz (Amy), and 5 grandchildren. Brother Lambert Schmalz, nephews Al Schmalz, Tom Schmalz (Susan), niece Anna Driedger (Jeff).

Sister-in-law Luzia Schmalz and nieces Petra Raasch (Gunter) and Monica Illemann (Joseph). As well as 9 great nephews and nieces, and close cousins. Special thanks to the nurses and doctors at Kelowna General Hospital as well as the staff and care providers at Fernbrae Manor.

Service to be held Saturday, January 16, 2016 at St. Charles Garnier Parish 10am. A light luncheon is to follow. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made by donation to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation.

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September 5, 1927 ~ January 8, 2016 Husband, Father, Brother, Grampa, Great Grampa and Friend Dad passed away peacefully on Jan 8, 2016 after a brief battle with cancer. Russ was predeceased by his mother and father, Jack and Justine Light. He is survived by his loving wife Suchitra, his siblings Den (Isabelle), Roberta (Don), Bruce (Pat) also his children, Chris (Janice), Colleen (Peter), Tim (Robin), Darran (Tracy) and Ed (Divi); grandchildren Jared (Skyla), Angelyn, Naomi, Leia (Chuy), Ashton (Kara), Brittany (Mack), Stephanie (Travis), Nicholas, Erin, Taya, Shea and Raj; great grandchildren Michael, Eli, Jude, Grayson, Mikayla, Kai, and Sophia along with many nieces and nephews. Russ had some very special people in his life. His closest friends were Tony D’anzica, Frank Singer, Johnand Sarah Guarini, and also the A&W coffee crew. Russ had a long business career in the travel industry in Kelowna. First with Light’s Travel Service and then Russ Light’s Windward Travel.

In retirement Russ enjoyed his garden, his fruit trees, his grandchildren and his time with Su. The Funeral service will be held on January 21, 2016 at 1:00pm at the Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dad’s name to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation to benefit the Hospice House. www.kghfoundation.com or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.

Obituaries

Obituaries

FALLOWFIELD, CHARLES IRWIN Born March 17, 1926 and passed away peacefully on January 3, 2016 at the age of 89. Irwin joins his beloved wife, Marjorie who predeceased him in 2009.

He is also predeceased by his son, John Fallowfield and granddaughter, Lisa. He is survived by his daughter, Colleen (Rod) Webber; son, Larry (Rhonda) Fallowfield and daughter in law, Janet Fallowfield; brother, Allen (Dorreen) Fallowfield and sister, Gwen La Pierre. Also a special brother in law, Jim (Cheryl) Graham and sister in law, Dorothy (Cliff) Arlint. He also leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also his many friends and extended family at Westwood Retirement Resort. He will be sadly missed. There will be a service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Fraser Heights Chapel, 14835 Fraser Highway, Surrey, B.C. Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services. 250-860-6440 Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting everdenrust.com

DIELSCHNEIDER, MARY ANN (nee SAWCHUK) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary on January 7, 2016 at the Kelowna General Hospital. She is survived by her soul mate and best friend, Harry Johnson; sister, Vicky (Bert) Howden, special niece, Kelly and nephew Wade (his son,Trey) and Barry (Bev) Sawchuk; Harry’s siblings, Karen (Sean), Randy(Michelle) and Doug (Judy). Predeceased by husband Peter in 1967, brothers; Bill (Mary), Orest and John; parents, Dmytro and Nettie. Mary was born in Yellow Creek Saskatchewan and moved from the farm to Saskatoon, Regina Calgary and later Kelowna. She worked in the hospitality industry in major hotels and restaurants during her working life. A funeral will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday January 17, 2016 at Everden Rust Funeral Services.

1910 Windsor Rd. Kelowna. Viewing will be held 1 hour before service at 12:00 pm. Graveside service will be held on Monday January 18, 2016 at 10:00am at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery.

Donations to charity of choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com 250-860-6440

KELLIE, IDA MAYBELLE ANGEL APRIL 17, 1918 ~ JANUARY 11, 2016 Ida Maybelle Angel Kellie, 97, of Kelowna, BC, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2016. Ida was born in Lac Pelltier, Saskatchewan on April 17, 1918. She is predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Kelso Adam Kellie. Ida was a loving homemaker, talented seamstress, and an excellent cook and baker. Excelling in finance she worked as a bookkeeper. Ida was well-read and informed in history, biographies, politics and current events.

Ida enjoyed travel and had a passion for bridge where she won many competitions. Ida is also preceded in death by several brothers: George, Joseph, Albert, and most recently, Richard Casavant; sisters Irene, Melvina, Doreen and Helene.

Ida is survived and loved by brothers Victor (Audrey) and Eugene, and sister-in-law, Maxine; daughters Lorraine (Archie) Hill and Frances (Don)Rodger; grandchildren Linda, Kenneth, Christopher (Shannon) and great grandson, Parker as well as many nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services. At Ida’s request there will be no funeral service.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of your choice.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Drs. Imrie and Obedkoff for their wonderful, compassionate care of Ida over the years and to the dedicated staff of Interior Health and Cottonwoods Extended Care.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.firstmemorialfuneral.com.

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CARFANTAN, RITA THERESE Rita passed away peacefully on January 10, 2016. In 2006, she was predeceased by her husband, Fred (Alfred), and he is no doubt delighted that they are together again.She was loved by six children: Valerie Mauro, Melanie McLachlan, Yvonne Baillie, Jacqueline Villeneuve, Ray Carfantan, and Collette Carfantan; fourteen grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.Rita and Fred believed in family first, and they derived enormous joy from their grandchildren. Her children draw great comfort in knowing she was well loved, her whole life.

Rita was blessed to grow up within a loving family. She was predeceased by her sister Marie and brothers Antoine, Louis, and Joe. She left behind, to meet another day, her dearly beloved siblings: Florence, Albert, Ivone, Aurore, Henriette, Marjorie, and Keith. No one can replace a parent; however for Rita’s children, these remarkable people are a strength and haven.

Condolences may be sent to the family through the guest book at www.firstmemorialkelowna.com.

Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC 250-762-2299.

CLASS 1 Qualified Local Drivers required Immediately. We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for the Western Provinces. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time.

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SCHNURR, EDWARD EMIL It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Edward Emil Schnurr (Ed) on January 8, 2016, in Kelowna BC. Ed was born on April 4,1935 in Allan, Saskatchewan to Joseph and Barbara Schnurr. Having been raised on his parents farm, with his brothers and sisters, Ed moved to Kelowna BC where he met his wife of 56 years, Janet Fanny Maria Schnurr. Together, they are survived by their children Pat Mackinnon (Jim), Nancy Wing (Dave), Sandy Schnurr (Sherry) and Rob Schnurr (Peggy) as well as their grandchildren, Scott, Jennifer, Elizabeth, Jamie, Jason and Sydney. Ed is survived by his loving sisters and brothers, Helen, Agnes, Julie, Marie, Doreen, Tony, Andy, Wally and Frank. He is predeceased by his parents Joseph and Barbara, his wife Janet, grandson Shane, his brothers Joe, John and Jake and his sister Kay. Having moved back to Kelowna, BC from Coaldale, Alberta, he was able to enjoy his last days with his family by his side.

Thank you to the kind nurses and staff of Kelowna Hospice House for their care and attention to our beloved Dad, Papa, Brother, Uncle and friend, Edward E. Schnurr. A private family interment will take place at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Job Postings The City of Kelowna currently has opportunities for: • Airport Operations Clerk • Co-op and Career Path Students • Design Technician • Pipelayers Apply online at kelowna.ca/careers kelowna.ca/careers

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Medical Telemetry Nurse Careers Vernon Jubilee Hospital We are looking for Registered Telemetry Nurses to join our expanding team at Vernon Jubilee Hospital as we open the 6th and 7th floors of the new Polson Tower. Are you interested in joining a cohesive nursing team focused on quality patient care? If so, we have what you are looking for!

If you have your Telemetry Certificate or equivalent and are a great team player, open to change, and someone who takes on new challenges then our team is the team for you and we would love to discuss this opportunity with you. Apply today!

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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude.

Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Career Opportunities

Support & Education/First Link Coordinator (Full Time) - KELOWNA First Link® referral systems, outreach to clients, and delivery of support, education programs within assigned area. Works as part of a team to build strong community, health-care professional relationships. Key responsibilities include: ensure Society’s core programs & services (information, support services and education) are consistently delivered, using various delivery methods and responding to needs of primary target groups; deliver standardized workshops for caregivers, people with early symptoms of dementia, and the public; develop, oversee support groups for family/friend caregivers and people with early symptoms of dementia, recruit/support volunteer facilitators. Also develop/maintain relationships with health care professionals through presentations, manage referral process to facilitate early intervention, maintain proactive outreach and follow up with people with dementia and families.

Volunteer management is a key activity.

Qualifications: Candidates must have: degree in related field with 3-5 yrs exp in health or social agency; extensive knowledge of and experience with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia and caregiving issues; volunteer management experience; experience providing support/education in human services environment; public speaking skills, exp. presenting structured education programs, group facilitation, peer support interventions; ability to work independently; exp. developing/building community connections. Must be able to travel occasionally. Some evening, weekend work is required. Flexibility with regards to scheduling is required.

Note: Must be able to drive and have reliable transportation.

Minds in Motion Coordinator (Part Time 28 hrs/week) - KELOWNA Minds in Motion® is a fitness & social program for people experiencing early stage memory loss. The Coordinator is responsible for development, management of the Society’s Minds in Motion programs including partnerships with community centres and volunteer management.

Due to expansion, the Coordinator will develop new Minds in Motion programs in the Okanagan in 2016. When in Resource Centre, works with other staff to provide admin support, office coverage, cohesive services for families. Key responsibilities include: develop/manage partnerships with community, or seniors’ centres; facilitate social interaction, encourage involvement in activities that engage people with dementia and their care partners; evaluate participants, manage transition process; consult with fitness instructor, provides assistance during fitness program; connect participants to ASBC services and other community resources; recruit, screen, train and supervise program volunteers.

Qualifications: Candidates must have: degree with related designations and 1-3 yrs exp in health or social agency related function; exp providing support/information in human services environment; knowledge and experience with dementia; volunteer management experience; able to lift program equipment; knowledge of Microsoft Office and database experience; strong organizational/time management; excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; able to work independently. Must be able to travel occasionally. Some evening, weekend work is required. Flexibility with regards to scheduling is required. Note: Must be able to drive and have reliable transportation.

To apply: Please identify the position to which you are applying. Resume w/ cover letter and salary expectations to: humanresources@alzheimerbc.org Human Resources, Alzheimer Society of B.C. 300 - 828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2 Postings close on January 24, 2016. Please no job enquiry phone calls to the Kelowna Resource Centre. For complete job description(s), visit our website www.alzheimerbc.org

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40 hrs/wk $10.59/hr 3443 Benvoulin Rd. Kelowna, BC. V1W 4N5 ax to 250-860-2597 or Email:donorayveg@gmail.com POONI Farm in Kelowna BC. Workers needed, Start AprilEnd Oct. 2016. 40hrs/wk, $10.59/hr 250-765-9573,Apply 2295 & 2355 McKenzie Rd.

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O’Rourke Family Vineyards Ltd., located in the Okanagan Valley, BC is seeking seasonal vineyard labourers in Lake Country & Okanagan Valley to start work March 1, 2016 for approximately 8 months.

Candidates must be willing to work outdoors and in all seasonal conditions. On the job training is provided.

Duties: tying, pruning, picking, processing, grounds and vineyard maintenance. Starting wage $10.59/hour, approx. 40-50 hours/week with weekend work required.

Please fax resume to: 780-577-5525 We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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IT Systems Support Technician Grand Forks Credit Union has an exciting career opportunity for an experienced Information Technology Systems Support Technician. As the first point of contact for employees and directors, strong teamwork and interpersonal skills are required to effectively support and communicate with users at all levels of expertise in matters related to the installation and use of GFCU technology tools.

Working together with the Technology & Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including the day-to-day oversight of GFCU’s computer systems and networks, hardware and software and problem resolution.

Find out more about this career opportunity at www.creditunioncareers.ca where you will find a detailed overview of the position, qualifications and application details. www.gfdscu.com • 447 Market Avenue, Grand Forks

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Legal Notices HIT and RUN MVA On Sunday December 6 around 10:40pm an older model grey or beige pickup truck hit a black BMW suv which was stopped at a red light at the intersection of Ellis and Doyle Street in downtown Kelowna.

Both vehicles were heading south on Ellis Street and the older pick up hit the suv at full speed from behind. The passenger in the back seat of the SUV was able to turn around immediately after the collision and observed through the back window that the driver of the truck was an “old guy” or a “bald guy”. The driver of the pick up truck then reversed at high speed away from the scene of the accident. The damaged hood of the old truck was flipped up at this point.

The truck then spun around clockwise and backed onto the east sidewalk outside Kelowna Actors Studio and Natural Rezources, 1383 Ellis St. It smashed into a metal pole and sign with its rear bumper, sending the sign flying through the glass doors at Natural Resources. The truck fled the scene of that incident, driving north on Ellis, with its hood up.

If you witnessed this accident or have any knowledge of who the offending driver might be please contact Jennifer Molgat at 250-215-1331 or Elton Pachal at Natural Rezources 250-762-3153

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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On January 9, 2014, on Highway 97 North near the UBC overpass, Kelowna, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Kelowna RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $3,000 CAD, on or about 15:17 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3289, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On November 23, 2015, at Highway 97 south of the Pelmewash Parkway, near Kelowna, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the South East District RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $4,250 CAD and $102 USD, both on or about 08:36 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3335, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On November 14, 2015, on Glenmore Road near Ballou Road, Kelowna, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Kelowna RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $610 CAD, on or about 15:41 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3271, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On November 24, 2015, at Dilworth Drive and Highway 97, Kelowna, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Kelowna RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $1,795 CAD, on or about 11:45 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3328, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS T16-004 Strategic Review – Biosolids Management Sealed submissions clearly marked on the outside of the envelope with the words “T16-004 Strategic Review – Biosolids Management” will be received at the Office of the City Clerk, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC up until 3pm, Local Time, Feb. 2, 2016. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) will not be opened publicly.

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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On July 23, 2014, at Hollywood Road North and Houghton Road and at 350 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Kelowna RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $3,700 CAD, on or about 17:00 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3291, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On June 18, 2015, at Pandosy Street and Osprey Avenue, Kelowna, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Kelowna RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $1,980 CAD and $980 CAD, both on or about 19:58 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3290, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, to waive defects in any submission and to accept submissions which it may consider to be in the best interest of the City.

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July 1997, mechanical problems with the business’ single refurbished World War II land/sea military vehicle kept it out of commission for nearly half the season.

On top of that, customers weren’t exactly lined up for tickets.

“There were days where most of the time no one wanted to get on the duck boat,” D’Addario, 46, said. People would say, “’Are you kidding me? The rivers are filthy.”

“We started a business in a city where people didn’t like the rivers.”

He said it was nice to watch as residents came to embrace the city’s rivers in more recent years

PITTSBURGH—The first time Massachusetts native Chris D’Addario visited Pittsburgh in 1996 searching for a place to launch a quirky sightseeing business offering land/water tours from amphibious vehicles, he was shocked.

Pittsburgh was nothing like the smoky, dreary city he and high school chum Michael Cohen had expected. “I couldn’t believe how nice it was,” he said. “I was thrilled. I was amazed. I said, ‘This place rocks!’”

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instead of viewing them with scorn.

With the help of RiverLife, formed in 1999 to encourage riverfront development, Pittsburgh residents “have a much better respect for how wonderful the river system is in this great little city,” he said.

Just Ducky has grown to a fleet of seven, 30-passenger vehicles with a staff of between 60 and 65, including drivers, narrators, office personnel and mechanics.

Downtown pedestrians have become accustomed to the brightly coloured wheeled boats weaving through the streets.

Last season, 70,000

people took a tour from Just Ducky, which typically operates seven days a week from April 1 through November.

D’Addario said he’s proud of his company’s 18-year record of safety.

“We’ve had little things happen—a fender bender here and there. Safety comes first,” he said.

One of the most memorable times was when another namesake for flightless feathered fowl, the Pittsburgh Penguins, won the Stanley Cup in 2009. The team used its vehicles to carry players and their families through downtown streets during the victory parade.

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Other examples include services such as Uber (www.uber.com) and Lyft (www.lyft.com) which connect passengers with drivers, posing challenges to a struggling taxi industry. FlightCar (www.flightcar.com), Turo (www.turo.com) and Getaround (www. getaround.com) are peerto-peer services that enable travelers to rent cars from private owners.

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In a phenomenon dubbed the “sharing economy” or “peer-topeer marketplace,” North Americans are traveling in ways that were unheard of a decade ago. They’re vacationing at the homes of strangers, driving (and being driven) around cities in other people’s cars and exploring destinations with the people who live there.

Elisa Dias of Congers, N.Y., has rented apartments with Airbnb for family vacations with her husband, 20-year-old daughter and 14-year-old son in Paris, Amsterdam and London. “We appreciated having a kitchen and living room where we could unwind and spend time together,” she said.

“While more expensive than one hotel room, it cost less than two.”

“We like to get a flavour of local life,” Dias added.

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local market and used bikes to get around.

“The owners generously shared information about their neighbourhoods, especially restaurants and public transportation,” she said. On each trip, the family hired local guides from ToursbyLocals (www.toursbylocals.com), whom Dias described as “people who loved their cities.”

Launched in 2008, Airbnb (www.airbnb.com) is the largest player in the growing home-sharing niche.

“We’ve seen rapid growth not only in Airbnb but also in other homerental businesses such as Booking.com (an online travel agency owned by Priceline) and Homeaway (www.homeaway.com),” said Douglas Quinby, Phocuswright vicepresident for research.

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Branson is cleaning up its act. It’s also updating its acts, which, depending on where you are on the Timeline of Life, may or may not be a good thing.

First, to the cleanup: That chaotic mess that is the Missouri Highway

76 strip? Those miles of big and small theatres, and good and bad food, and every manner of motel and ticket-hustling storefront—all that stuff that makes Branson Branson?

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Showtime: Yakov Smirnoff— ”What a country!”— gone, ending his successful 23-year run in December. He’s going back to Hollywood to reinvent himself, a fascinating plan we don’t have room to detail here. (Hint: “Dancing With the Stars.” Maybe.)

Mickey Gilley, another longtime fixture with his own theatre? Also gone—we’re told, to take it a little easier as he approaches his 80th birthday March 9.

They’re not alone.

Change in showbiz anywhere can be wrenching, but there’s an intimacy with performers in Branson that makes it more personal. They lost Andy Williams, a chandelier in a town of kerosene lamps, to cancer in 2012. That hurt everybody. The four Lennon Sisters are still lovely, but when they perform, they’re down to three. Down too are the Osmonds, one of whom—Jimmy (now 53)—bought Williams’

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Branson is shaking off the dust, looking for a new crowd

It may seem a curious place to renew wedding vows, but the Titanic Museum in Branson houses a serious collection of artifacts.

Moon River Theater and performs there, sometimes, with just two of his brothers.

Shoji Tabuchi, after selling out his own theatre for years, still draws, but the affable Japanese-born violinistshowman-treasure is 72. Happily for those of us who enjoy what he does, he’s not going anywhere—”I’m not talking about retiring. I’ll probably fall off the stage before I retire.”

But today’s hot tickets are younger acts, many of them family businesses such as “Six” (six athletic

Haygood, 33, a member of the popular brother troupe. “And that’s the nature of the system. You rock it as long as you can, and then you pass the torch.

“Can’t be up here forever, man.”

A ridiculously quick history, leaving out a lot: Branson grew in a couple of decades from a few modest shows plus good fishing and “The Shepherd of the Hills” theatrical show into something completely different.

“I came here in 1981,” Tabuchi recalled. “The

brothers who sing both their lyrics and their ‘instruments’—a truly amazing performance) and the Haygoods (five athletic brothers and an athletic sister who sing their lyrics and play actual instruments, including a harp) and the Duttons (lots of Duttons doing everything).

That’s a little jarring in a community that embraces the familiar. So what’s going on?

“The new kids are coming in with lasers and lights and new songs and more energy and stealing the show,” said Dominic

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only thing we had was the Baldknobbers and the Presleys Country Jubilee (two hillbilly comedymusic shows), Silver Dollar City (the theme park), and maybe three or four more shows. That’s all. Nothing like now.”

Sensing opportunity, a few (mainly Nashville music) stars followed— first Roy Clark, then Ray Stevens, Mel Tillis (with his beloved stutter), Bobby Vinton and other performers. Tabuchi built a theatre. So did others.

“From there, it just started to snowball.”

David Brooks, 36, a 12-year Bransonian, portrays Jerry Lee Lewis with wildly entertaining passion in a production of “Million Dollar Quartet” that opened a projected five-year run at the Welk Resort theatre last summer.

“A lot of these (traditional) shows, for good or bad or whatever, they’re not attracting new audiences with what they’re doing,” Brooks said. “This (show) is part of the transition that Branson needs.”

Silver Dollar City remains a solid attraction.

The Titanic Museum, which seemed a curious addition when it opened in 2006, turned out to be a popular interactive experience, and not just for kids—who are accommodated but not patronized.

Johnny Morris, the visionary behind Bass Pro Shops (the mother ship is in nearby Springfield, Mo.), has installed a showpiece Jack Nicklausdesigned par-3 golf course at his Top of the Rock/Big Cedar Resort complex 30 minutes from town. Also there Morris’ Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum, an astounding collection of artifacts you don’t expect to find this close to the Baldknobbers and the Presleys Country Jubilee.

Berry said the town has earmarked $100 million toward renovating downtown Branson (which took a major hit 10 years ago when the Branson Landing mall opened along the riverfront) and Highway 76. The downtown renovation is well underway. Over eight years, additions will include pleasant walkways along 76, with plenty of benches plus “water features” and other aesthetic adjustments.

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