Issuu

FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2019

www.vernonmorningstar.com

➤ w h e r e T r A D I T I O N m e e T s I N N O VAT I O N

MorningStar

TIP OF THEE WEEK

The

Don’t forget wate ater for you AND your our pup on big hikes es.

250-545-8200

VOL. 31 | NO. 107

www.crescentfallsvet.com 2800-45 Avenue, Vernon

SERVING THE NORTH OKANAGAN FOR 30 YEARS

The CommuniTy

nexT To everyThing

80% SOlD

rAnCher STyLe homeS from

$289,900!!

✔ HigH quality cONStructiON ✔ lOw maiNteNaNce liviNg ✔ uNbeatable value ✔ SiNgle level liviNg ✔ great lOcatiON

amaziNg SaviNgS rigHt NOw! On Homes Available Now

New Show Home 75 - 2100 - 55th Avenue, Vernon Open Daily 11am - 4pm

Phone: 236.426.4663 Email: sales@barnardsvillage.com * Prices subject to change

www.barnardsvillage.com

Mehgan Parrotta, 28, was two years clean from heroin before a fatal relapse claimed her life. (Contributed)

Fatal OD prompts call for action Brieanna Charlebois Morning Star Staff

Mehgan Parrotta, 28, was two years clean from heroin when she visited Vernon and relapsed, resulting in a fatal overdose on Thursday, May 30. Now her mother, Sandra Welton, is hoping to raise awareness about addictions and the dangers surrounding the current opioid epidemic. “Mehgan decided to use cocaine

Where someone you love… Should Live!

and it was laced with fentanyl and cold medicine so needless to say, she didn’t survive,” she said. “I think my biggest message to all users is don’t do them alone. If my daughter wasn’t alone, she may still be alive.” Welton, who is also a strong advocate for a safe injection site in Vernon, has set up a GoFundMe page under the title of Scholarship for people using opioids. “We decided we would start rais-

ing money to help people get into treatment if they can’t afford it because when people need help, they can’t wait,” said Welton. “They need help right away and this could be something to save people from dying because Mehgan’s not the only one. “A lot of people are dying in Vernon and there’s going to be lots more.” Though she praises the work of many treatment centres throughout

the province, she wants to make sure those who need it are able to afford the help they need. As of Thursday, June 27, two days after launching, the page had raised about $400 of its $25,000 goal. Welton encourages anyone with questions relating to the fundraiser to connect with her via the page at gofundme.com/f/mehgan-parrotta-safe-injection-site, through phone at 778-245-3808 or via email at sandradwelton@gmail.com.

Vernon • www.regencyresorts.ca

SUITES FROM ONLY $2,395/MTH INCLUDING MEALS AND SERVICES! CALL STEPHANIE AT 250-558-0232

The Morning Star has been proudly serving the North Okanagan for over

30 Years

Page A2 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2020 jeep

the all new

R O T A I D A L -G

only y open-air pickup truck in the industry

HAPPY CANADA DAY

2017 JEEP PATRIOT High Altitude Edition

was: $ 24,995 190326A

jeep season is here

4WD

Overland

Unlimited Rubicon

2017 JEEP RENEGADE Deserthawk

- Leather

- Only 10 kms

- Sunroof

- Tow Group

- Technology Group

- Navigation

$22,888

2018 JEEP WRANGLER

4WD

2017 JEEP CHEROKEE

was: $ 36,995 P6678

4x4

$33,888

2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Summit

- Low kms

- ECO Diesel

- Automatic

- Loaded

4x4

- Beats Audio

was: $ 32,995 180456A

4x4

- 8.4 Navigation Group - My Sky Open “Air Roof”

$29,888

2014 JEEP COMPASS Trailhawk

4x4

P6619

$45,888

Vernon

was: $ 43,995 P6617

$33,888

was: $ 34,995 A1214

- Navigation

- Fresh Trade

A1236

4x4

Sport - Auto

was: $ 35,995

$29,888

2013 JEEP WRANGLER

- Ventilated Seats

- Hard Top

- Power Liftgate

was: $ 48,995

4x4

2018 JEEP RENEGADE

$33,888

was: $ 22,995 190297A

$20,888

“Come find out why it’s our people that make us #1”

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Scott Nicholas

Tim Proctor

Bryce Procyk Kam Randhawa

Leif Peek

Landon MacKay Curt Jensen

Mike Grant

Josh Decoffe

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Vernon Morning Star

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A3

News

Linear Park to get portable toilets Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

A delay in ordering the kits to build two public washrooms in downtown has resulted in Vernon city council unanimously approving two portable toilets be placed there for the summer, despite a staff recommendation against the move. The portable toilets will be installed at Linear Park off 25th Avenue. The monthly cost will be approximately $750 per unit (including regular, once daily cleaning), and staff recommended against the units because they fear vandalism, drug use and public safety issues and because of the related cleaning requirements. “They will be placed in a closed cell located in the downtown area that anything can happen and we won’t have access to that cell,” said Shirley Koenig, the city’s operations director. “There will be no sharps containers there because they can’t be affixed to the unit, and there can be issues we are anticipating based on what’s happening with the washroom facility (at Cenotaph Park) and maintenance and issues that we have there.” “If we’re just putting a target out there, it’s

Linear Park, next to the People Place, will shortly have two portable toilets installed for the summer months. (file) A third, unnamed rather pointless,” said type of washroom rec- provide a similar prodCoun. Scott Ander- ommended by staff for uct and meet the city’s company came forson. their resilient design requirements. ward, saying it could At its regular meet- and reduced mainte“Two companies re- supply a washroom ing June 10, questions nance requirements. sponded, saying they that meets the city’s rewere asked about the Portland Loos are could provide a prod- quirements at a much status of the new and designed and built in uct similar to the Port- lower cost ($75,000 to replacement wash- the United States and land Loo, but we re- $100,000, not includrooms proposed for costs have increased, viewed their products ing installation) and the downtown core, said Koenig in a report and determined they has a delivery time of as recommended in to council, due to the were not appropriate six-to-eight weeks. the Activate Safety U.S. dollar and their for the type of facility “We are in the proTask Force. Council popularity and deliv- the city is requiring,” cess of finalizing the approved $200,000 for ery time has been iden- said Koenig. details to proceed the replacement wash- tified as a minimum of room and $165,000 for nine months. the new washroom. The city put out a notice of intent to The new facilities purchase to determine were referred to as if there were other The right Vitamins “Portland Loos,” the companies that could

The ComforT of home

Enjoy the reliability and an energy savings i off a high efficiency natural gas furnace. givE us a call for a quotE

4217 - 25th Ave., Vernon • 250-542-4122 • spseymourplumbing.ca www.seymourplumbing.ca system sales • installation • repair • maintenance

A tip from the public led to the arrest of a man and the seizure of items indicative of drug trafficking. A concerned citizen alerted a Vernon North Okanagan RCMP officer shortly before 8 a.m., on June 26 that a man was passed out in the driver’s seat of a car parked in the 3900-block of 27th Street. The officer that came to investigate recognized the man who was wanted on outstanding warrants. The officer then attempted an arrest and a struggle ensued, which yielded a multi-unit police response. The male driver allegedly attempted to flee from police, however, was unsuccessful and was arrested after a short foot pursuit. During the investigation, officers located and seized multiple items including cash, drugs, prohibited weapons and drug paraphernalia. All of which are indicative of drug trafficking. “This is a great example of the importance of reporting suspicious activity to the police,” said RCMP Const. Kelly Brett. “With the help of the alert citizen that called into the Vernon RCMP, we were able to make an arrest and take drugs and weapons off the streets.” A 26-year-old Vernon man remains in police custody and will face possible charges relating to drug and weapons offences. For more information on how to report crime and suspicious activity to the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP visit www. rcmp-grc.gc.ca. For emergencies call 911; for non-emergency situations call 250-5457171; and to provide a tip anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.nokscrimestoppers.com.

N! ANNOUNCEMENT

will provide tons of benefits and help you live a healthy and active lifestyle. Come in and see Chris or Karen for the right Vitamins, for you.

would like to welcome

Tanna McWillis

price match Guarantee

w www.fortisbc.com/furnace

S.P. SEYMOUR LTD. www.seymourplumbing.ca

Morning Star Staff

I Let the fun BEG

On all Of Our Vitamins

— Family owned & operated since 1893 —

with construction of one new (single stall) washroom to be located near the bus stop on 30th Avenue adjacent to Nature’s Fare, or other appropriate location,” said Koenig. The existing public washroom near Cenotaph Park will stay in operation until the new washroom is in place, then the existing washroom will be removed and replaced. Koenig said security patrols and cleaning frequency have been increased near the facility. Mayor Victor Cumming moved the motion to place the porta potties near Linear Park as a short-term solution. “I think we need to have temporary toilets to go in right away,” said Cumming. “We fully expected these other ones to be in place this summer, and they’re not. I think we need them.” The cost for installing the two porta potties will come from surplus saved by ordering the new and replacement washrooms, as proposed by Coun. Kari Gares and unanimously supported by council.

Public tip leads to seizure of drugs and weapons in Vernon

A LocALLy owned & operAted FAmiLy Business

Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm | 7 Days a Week www.simplydeliciousvernon.ca www w.simplydeliciousvernon.c .simplydeliciousverernon.ca non.ca 3419 - 31st Avenue,Vernon | 250-542-7500 | www

to their Home Insurance Team. Some of our trusted insurance partners include

PEACE HILLS • GORE OPTIMUM WEST • INTACT 250.545.5311 • 3923 32nd Street,Vernon

Page A4 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

REGIONAL DISTRICT NORTH OKANAGAN MEMBER MUNICIPALITIES:

ELECTORAL AREAS:

CITY OF ARMSTRONG

VILLAGE OF LUMBY

“B” — SWAN LAKE

“E” — CHERRYVILLE

CITY OF ENDERBY

CITY OF VERNON

“C” — B.X. DISTRICT

“F” — ENDERBY (RURAL)

DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM

TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN

“D” — LUMBY (RURAL)

www.vernonmorningstar.com

News

Water Main Flushing

Water Main Flushing will take place during the week of July 2 at these locations: Vernon: Tronson Road – Aquarius Road to Adventure Bay Road Predator Ridge – Birdie Lake Drive and Sparkling Hill area Flushing removes accumulated sand and silt from the water mains and is used to improve water quality. When crews are flushing in your area, you may notice a reduction in water pressure, additional sediment, or discoloration of the water. The water is safe, but during this time you may choose to boil or not drink the water. Checking your water before doing laundry is strongly advised. If you have any questions about flushing or your water quality, please contact Greater Vernon Water at 250-550-3700 or visit www.rdno.ca/water rdno.ca/water.

Regional District Silver Star Water Customers

The annual invoices for the Silver Star Water System have been mailed and are due on or before July 2, 2019. If you have not received your invoice, please contact the Regional District office or email us at finance@rdno.ca.

Diversion and Disposal Facilities (DDFs) Hours

RDNO Diversion and Disposal Facilities (DDFs) are open regular hours during all Statutory Holidays except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The Greater Vernon Diversion and Disposal Facility (GVDDF) and the Armstrong Spallumcheen Diversion and Disposal Facility (ASDDF) will be open regular Summer Hours through the Canada Day long weekend, including regular hours on Sunday, June 30th and Monday, July 1st. Summer Hours at these sites are as follows: Greater Vernon Diversion & Disposal Armstrong Spallumcheen Diversion & Facility Disposal Facility 120 Birnie Road 3367 Powerhouse Road Mar 1 – Nov 30 Mar 1 – Nov 30 Monday to Friday: 8am-4:30 pm Monday to Friday: 8am-4:30pm Saturday and Sunday: 8:30am-4pm Saturday and Sunday: 8:30am-4pm Summer & Winter Hours of Operation for all DDFs and Transfer Stations can be found at www.rdno.ca.

Agricultural Water Customer Text/Email Alerts

Greater Vernon Water agricultural water customers are invited to sign up for a new text/email alert service. Get updates on GVW’s water supply status and when your water use information is updated online. Sign up at www.obwb.ca/alerts.

Easiest. Contest. Ever.

Floating on a river with your family and friends is an essential North Okanagan summer pastime. Did you know that you need to bring safety equipment with you though? Conservation Officers will be checking people to make sure they’ve brought the essentials with them this summer. Avoid a $200$500 fine by choosing one of these two options: Wear a PFD (life jacket) with a whistle*. *If it’s night, you also need a watertight flashlight.

Carry a PFD or life jacket on board, with a buoyant heaving line, and a whistle*.

Kalmalka students promote Litterless Lunch. (Contributed)

Kalamalka Secondary digs up $2,500 recycling prize Morning Star Staff

Every day, the students of Kalamalka Secondary often eat lunch and participate in class activities in the natural outdoor environment adjacent to the emerald-green waters of Kalamalka Lake. But, until the Environment Club was started two years ago, students and staff alike had little awareness of the number of materials ending up in the school’s waste bins. Now, a $2,500 cash prize from the Return-It School Contest is being awarded to the school in recognition of a host of green initiatives that are significantly reducing waste while promoting edu-

cation on a range of sustainability topics. Supported by an improved recycling system that accommodates a wider range of materials, students have recycled close to 10,000 beverage containers. The ambitious target has prompted more frequent pickups from the local Return-It depot in Vernon. “Recycling is the cornerstone of environmental action in our communities, and it remains a critical part of the solution for keeping our oceans and waterways clean,” said Allen Langdon, President and CEO of Return-It. “The students at Kalamalka Secondary have taken recycling to the next

HILLTOP WINDSHIELDS AND GLASS

AUTOGLASS WINDSHIELDS - PRIVATE & ICBC GLASS

WE GO THE EXTRA MILE FOR YOU!

Win a waterproof whistle by entering our easy contest. The first 50 people that email safecommunities@rdno.ca with the answer to this question will win: What safety equipment do you need to bring with you while you float/tube on a river? Hint: the answer is above!

Upcoming Meetings

July 4 9:00 am Greater Vernon Advisory Committee 2:00 pm Electoral Area Advisory Committee To view Agendas and Minutes from Board and Committee Meetings, please visit our CivicWeb Portalwww.rdno.civicweb.net/portal at rdno.civicweb.net/portal. Navigate to the Portal to learn about upcoming meetings, search for minutes, view agenda reports & more.

www.rdno.ca @ info@rdno.ca

4407 - 27 St, Vernon, BC Toll Free 1.800.663.6430

250.542.2324

HILLTOP Telephone: 250.542.2324

ACCreDITeD AUTOBODY ICBCBODYshOp Private & ICBC Collision Claims

All mAkes & models 4 Written Lifetime Warranty 4 Satisfaction Guaranteed 4 Superior Collision Repairs 4 Courtesy Cars Available

4407 - 27 Street, Vernon, BC • Toll Free 1.800.663.6430

level by extending the circular economy concept to organics and an impressive school garden. It’s inspiring to see the results that can be achieved when a dedicated group of kids is motivated by a common goal.” “Our students are fortunate to head outdoors for class lessons, sit outside at lunch, and spend much of their free time at the lake,” said Kelly Challen, a teacher at Kalamalka Secondary. “We’ve always had a shared appreciation for our natural environment, but we weren’t collectively aware of the amount of waste being generated at our school. Winning the Return-It School Contest will enable us to build on the good work being done by our Environment Club—both in terms of establishing new programs, and promoting awareness.” The composting system has been a particularly big success; the initiative has already required an upgrade from a 238-litre container to a much larger, threeyard bin. Both students and staff have started composting everything from food scraps and paper towels to chopsticks and paper plates. Those materials, in turn, support the school’s ‘Kalagarden’ that has yielded a plentiful variety of vegetables and herbs.

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A5

BEST SUVS_UNDER $30K

Your search is over. Legendary capability comes standard in the 2019 Subaru Outback, with an array of incredible features, including Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, X-Mode for extreme conditions, and generous cargo space. Hurry into your local Subaru dealer today or visit location.subarudealer.ca

LEASE/fInAnCE 24 MOS. AS LOW AS

FROM $29,295*

0.5

CASH CREDIT

2,000

APR

FULLY EQUIPPED FOR LIFE’S ADVENTURES

PRE-OWNED SPECIALS

2018 Subaru WRX

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0i Touring PKG

2.5i Touring with Tech PKG

STK # U8801958

STK# UH297399

STK #UH539633

Sport-Tech

34,995

18,995

2015 Subaru Forester

17,995

Limited-time offers. *MSRP of 29,295 on 2019 Outback 4cyl 2.5i CVT. **(0.50%) lease/finance rate on all new 2019 Outback models for 24 months to qualified retail customers on approved credit. Selling price consists of MSRP plus charges for Freight/PDI/ ($1800). Charges for Air Conditioning Fee ($100), Tire Levy ($25), Documentation Fee ($395), taxes, license, registration and insurance are extra. Offers applicable on approved credit at participating dealers only. Subject to credit approval by Subaru Financial Services by TCCI. ‡$2,000 cash credit is available for cash purposes only. Leasing and financing programs available through Subaru Financial Services by TCCI on approved credit. Other lease and finance rates and terms available; down payment or equivalent trade-in may be required. ®EyeSight is a driver-assist system, which may not operate optimally under all driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, and weather and road conditions. Pre-owned vehicles, taxes and doc fees $495 extra, see Hilltop Subaru salesperson for full details. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operation and limitations. †Ratings are awarded by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Please visit www.iihs.org for testing methods. Outback, Ascent and Subaru are registered trademarks. Offers end June 29, 2019. Offers are subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice. Vehicle(s) shown solely for purposes of illustration, and may not be equipped exactly as shown. Dealer may sell or lease for less and may have to order or trade. See your local Subaru dealer or visit www.western.subarudealer.ca for complete program details. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Please see your local Dealer for interest rate reduction eligibility details. Certain conditions may apply.

CELEBRATING YEARS AS A

www.hilltopsubaru.com

SUBARU DEALER

Page A6 Friday, June 28, 2019

B EAT

Vernon Morning Star

THE

www.vernonmorningstar.com

News

H EAT Student relearns how

There’s a home cooling solution that’s just right for you.

We CAre About Your Air

to take steps forward Morning Star Staff

After a motor vehicle accident that left her paralyzed and with no memory of who she was, Kate Camire was told that she would never fully recover. Fast forward 12 years to Tuesday, when Camire walked across the stage at Okanagan College’s Vernon campus after successfully completing her medical office assistant certificate. “I had a traumatic brain injury and was paralyzed on my right

Bring in THis coupon And rEcEivE $

250 oFF

A nEw Air condiTionEr Not combined with other offers

side,” said Camire. “I had to relearn my name, how to read, how to spell, how to walk. After two years, I hadn’t improved much and the doctors said it was unlikely that I would make much more progress.” But with determination, Camire relearned the skills she had lost and worked hard to improve her memory. “I graduated from high school that same year and went on to teach parent-tot and preschool gymnastics,” said Camire. “I

55+ bc games

55+ Games For Life, Sport and Friends

SEPTEMBER 10-14, 2019 Kelowna

READY to come play with us? We have something for everyone at the 55+ BC Games.

seT for your sport? gO! to www.55plusBCgames.org to find out how you can be a part of the Games.

“For Life, Sport and Friends” Choose your Sport: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

8-Ball Archery Badminton Bocce Bridge Carpet Bowling Cribbage Cycling Darts Dragon Boat Racing Equestrian Fast-Pitch Five-Pin Bowling Floor Curling Golf Hockey

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Horseshoes Ice Curling Lawn Bowling Mountain Biking Pickleball Slo-Pitch Snooker Soccer Squash Sturling Swimming Table Tennis Tennis Track & Field Triathlon Whist

How to register

www.airtechmechanical.ca 250-542-7255 | 4315 - 25th Avenue, Vernon

Choose your Sport

Choose your Zone Sport Coordinator

Submit registration forms and submit fee

For registration dates and more information visit our website www.55plusBCgames.org

Kate Camire successfully completed her medical office assistant certificate at Okanagan College in Vernon. (Contributed) was walking with a studies instructor. cane at the time but “Kate has overcome was able to get around tremendous obstaand run if I needed to. cles. She has such a After that, I decided drive for success and I just needed to keep a willingness to help going and that I need- her classmates. I am ed to do something happy to have had the with my life.” chance to get to know Camire started tak- her.” ing first aid courses Camire is celebratand coaching at Doug- ing, along with 133 las College before other Vernon stueventually enrolling dents, the end of her in OC’s medical office program, another hurdle she was able assistant program. “The same day I ap- to overcome. plied to the college, I “Today means so had to go in and do a much to me. It means typing test before the I pulled off another program started that success I didn’t think evening,” she said. I could. I am abso“I live in Sorrento, lutely thrilled,” said my typing test was in Camire. “I’ve applied Salmon Arm and my to Interior Health in first class was at the Kamloops and I hope Vernon campus.” to be working in a regThe 254-hour pro- ular clinic soon.” gram prepares stuAs the graduates redents for employment ceive their credentials, in reception, clerical, they will also be ador assisting positions dressed by Okanagan in hospitals and med- College president, Jim ical offices. The pro- Hamilton. gram involves a lot “Regardless of their of memorizing, as path, the graduates students learn medical have one thing in comterminology—another mon: they arrived at challenge Camire was OC with aspirations about their future,” able to overcome. “Medical terminol- said Hamilton. “Now, ogy actually became as they cross the stage, one of my favourite we get a glimpse into courses,” said Camire. the future of our so“Our instructor, Mag, ciety. These are the was so great. There people that will transwas always a lot of form the communities laughing in the class around us.” which made it a fun By the end of this learning experience.” week, Okanagan Col“It was a pleasure lege will have sent over having Kate in my 2,000 graduates into class,” said Margaret the working world this Evans, continuing academic year.

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Vernon Morning Star

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A7

Page A8 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

News Former judo coach pleads guilty to child porn charges

Rally spotlights missing women

Brieanna Charlebois Morning Star Staff

Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

Dressed in all black, a former Vernon Judo Club coach from Coldstream appeared in provincial court again June 26. Bryan Jeffrey McLachlan, born in 1970, was initially facing three charges of possession of child pornography, accessing child pornography and importing and distributing child pornography. McLachlan’s first court appearance was in January 2018. He was further charged with a second count of possession and one count of publishing child pornography in April. Defence lawyer Nicholas Jacob appeared as counsel for McLachlan. Jacob moved to blend two counts of possession of child pornography charges to capture the same time period (March 1, 2014 to August 30, 2017). The indictment was amended by the court. “Now on that amended indictment, I have Mr. McLachlan’s instructions to elect a provincial court judge and enter a guilty plea to the amended count two and also to count five,” said Jacob. Count five in question was an importing and distributing child pornography charge. “I’m asking for a pre-sentence report and a psychiatric report with a risk assessment,” said Jacob. A trial, originally set for July 15 and 16, was cancelled and McLachlan is set to return to court on Sept. 4 for sentencing.

Bernie Williams wanted the crowd of 50 gathered at Vernon’s Justice Park on Wednesday morning to feel uncomfortable. And it wasn’t because of the hot, sunny weather. Williams, an advocate from the Downtown Eastside Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, was the special speaker at a Red Dress Campaign, hosted by the Okanagan Indian Band. The campaign is to honour and remember the murdered and missing Indigenous women and girls across Canada, which include a trio from the North Okanagan. “I have a saying: ‘If you’re

Morning Star Staff

threaten a loss prevenOne suspect is in tion officer (LPO) at custody after allegedly a Vernon retail outlet. Ve r n o n - N o r t h using pepper spray to Okanagan RCMP responded to a report of a robbery Monday, just after 9 p.m., at K.L.O. Road, Kelowna, B.C. V1W 3Z4 Walmart. An alleged • 763-4918 • Fax 763-0606 shoplifter was con• www.regionaldistrict.com fronted by the LPO.

Regional Board Highlights – June 2019 2018 Financial Disclosure Schedules The Regional Board has approved the 2018 report outlining remuneration and expenses for elected officials, their alternates and 30 staff whose remuneration was greater than $75,000. The report also outlines payments totaling over $19.9-million during 2018 to 100 suppliers for goods and services exceeding $25,000. A copy is available for viewing online at regionaldistrict.com/budgets and at Financial Services in the Regional District office. Agreements for Woodhaven Renewed The Regional Board has renewed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a lease agreement with the University of British Columbia (UBCO). The MOU runs through June 2022 and recognizes the partnership between the Regional District Parks Services department and the UBCO Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies continuing the successful Artist-in-Residence program on a portion of Woodhaven Nature Conservancy Regional Park. Land Use Contract/Zoning Bylaws The Regional Board has given first reading to a proposed Land Use Contract Amendment Bylaw and a Zoning Amendment Bylaw. The bylaws are required to discharge Land Use Contract No. 247 affecting 163 properties in the Ellison area. New land use designations are proposed for each property under the Regional District Zoning Bylaw. A public hearing will be scheduled and advertised for the proposed bylaws. Noise Bylaw Hours Adjusted The Regional Board has approved a request to extend the Noise bylaw operating hours for construction work on the new Peachland Water Treatment Plant. With the approval, work on the project will be allowed to start at 6:00 am daily through the end of this year. Next Regional Board Meeting You’re welcome to attend these public meeting of the Regional Board: • Thursday, July 18th – following 8:30 am Governance & Services Committee • Monday, July 29th – 7:00 pm

Okanagan Indian Band elder Virginia Gregoire (centre), supported by her granddaughter Lacey Gregoire, right, and Glenda Louis, opens the Red Dress campaign with a prayer Wednesday morning at Vernon’s Justice Park. (Roger Knox - Morning Star) community meal and a screening of the 2017 film River of Silence, shot near Merritt, about a First Nations woman who sets out to find answers about her

murdered daughter. Marion Buller, the chief commissioner of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, told a

recent Kamloops audience that the final report into the inquiry will now allow governments and private-sector organizations to begin strategizing how to address the report’s 231 recommendations. Buller said the report “cited the significant, persistent and deliberate pattern of systemic human rights and Indigenous-rights violations and abuses as the cause of the disappearances, murders and violence experienced by Indigenous women and girls.” The report said the violence constituted genocide by the state against Indigenous people. —With files from Kamloops This Week

Alleged shoplifter tracked down by RCMP

Regional District News 1450

not outraged, you’re not paying attention,’” said Williams. “These women’s lives matter.” The red dress is used to symbolize the missing and murdered Indigenous women. The event was opened by a prayer from Okanagan band elder Virginia Gregoire, followed by the singing and drumming of a traditional Okanagan song. After two hours at Justice Park, the campaign moved to Komasket Park on Westside Road for an afternoon that included workshops on self defence and healthy relationships. The afternoon session was scheduled to finish with a

“A male attempted to shoplift from the store and, when confronted by the LPO, the suspect allegedly threatened her with bear spray and fled the area in a vehicle,” said RCMP spokesperson Const. Kelly Brett.

COMPUTER

During the altercation, the LPO sustained minor injuries after attempting to defend herself. The bear spray was not deployed by the suspect during the incident. With the detailed descriptors provided

Sales & Service

It’s the S after theervice that Cou Sale nts!

HOT DEALS

PC TUNEUP

APPLE REPAIR

108.00!

WE CARRY ANDROID AND APPLE IPADS Shop for deals on new & refurbished laptops, including Apple. Also check out our selection of parts & accessories. CHECK OUT OUR

NEW WEBSITE

MACBOOKS ALSO AVAILABLE • SEE ALL OUR SPECIALS AT www.jBjCOMputErS.COM

www.jbjcomputers.com eMail:jbjcomputers@shaw.ca

VERNON FOOT CARE ...for the treatment of all types of foot ailments.

No Appointment Needed

Mon-Fri: 8-5 Sat: 9-3

2901 - 27 St, Vernon

250-549-2041

altercation and that bear spray wasn’t deployed within the busy department store.” Keith Kendall, 30, from Vernon, was taken into custody. He was charged with attempted robbery, possession of stolen property and failing to comply with a probation order. Kendall was slated to appear in provincial court in Vernon Tuesday.

Put your FEET in Good Hands!

HAVE YOUR PC & MAC PROFESSIONALLY TUNED UP FOR ONLY

REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS!

All Tablets include FREE setup & instruction

by the LPO, front-line officers were able to locate the suspect and vehicle later that evening. “Despite being assaulted, the LPO was able to gather the information officers needed to further their investigation and apprehend the suspect later that evening,” said Brett. “It’s fortunate that no other innocent bystanders were hurt during the

Veteran Affairs Canada Direct billing & covered by most Extended Health Benefit Plans

• Custom Orthotics • Bunions • Hammer Toes • Morton’s Neuroma

• Corns and Callouses • Ingrown Toe Nails • Diabetic Foot Care • Heel or Arch Pain

REFERRALS NOT REQUIRED − MINIMAL WAIT TIMES

BRUCE R. BOOTH, D.P.M. MEMBER OF:

British Columbia Podiatric Medical Association College of Podiatric Surgeons of British Columbia

PODIATRIST

Appointments 250-549-3338 3404 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A9

News

Strilchuk devoted to Ride Don’t Hide Morning Star Staff

At 18, Cole Strilchuk has been helping support mental health locally for nearly half his life. It all started in 2010 when Vernon’s Michael Schratter began a worldwide cycling journey to combat mental health stigma. Strilchuk, along with his parents and younger brother, became involved when Schratter, a school teacher living with bipolar disorder, rode through Vernon. As a nine-year-old, Strilchuk was incredibly excited to have the opportunity to join Schratter on the ride. His enthusiasm led to featuring Schratter’s journey as his school heritage project. “It was a great experience that stuck with me ever since,” said Strilchuk. “It was really neat to be there at the beginning and amazing to see how the ride has changed and grown since then.” Annually, Cole and his family have taken part as riders and fundraisers for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Vernon and District Ride Don’t Hide event since 2013, raising more than $40,000 for local youth mental health. This year, determined to make an even bigger impact,

The Cost is

FREE!

the Grade 12 student from Kalamalka Secondary school decided to hold a community fundraising event. Strilchuk enlisted the help of students, parents and teachers to organize and run a garage sale in April that raised more than $1,800 for the ride. “Everyone was on board and said, ‘Yes, let’s do this,’” said Strilchuk. Strilchuk emphasizes the importance of speaking about mental health in everyday life to help end the stigma that prevents people from getting the help they need. “Every conversation matters. Talking about it can help others in ways you don’t even

know. Every time you mention something it’s going to have an impact on someone and help others to talk to someone else.” Meanwhile, a downpour of rain couldn’t stop the outpouring of generosity and community spirit last Sunday as more than 170 community members including 127 riders and striders took part in the seventh annual CMHA Ride Don’t Hide event at Creekside Park. To date, more than $50,000 towards the $60,000 goal was raised from online registrations and donations, a virtual ride hosted at Soul Studio fitness club, and proceeds from a

bike raffle held by The Medicine Shoppe. “We are overwhelmed by the continuing support we receive from our generous community,” said Julia Payson, CMHA Vernon and District executive director. “From participants, donors, sponsors, volunteers and supporters, it is encouraging and heartening to see everyone working together to help end the stigma that prevents people from receiving the mental health services they need.” Funds raised from the event will support youth mental health education and peer support programs, and the 24/7 Crisis Line.

Kalamalka Secondary 2019 graduate Cole Strilchuk has spent nearly half his life being a champion for Ride Don’t Hide. (CMHA photo)

Come join us for

Time Lab VBS!

DaTE: July 8 - 12 PlacE: Canadian Reformed Church TIME: 9am - Noon aGE: 4 - 11 Please register atwww.vernoncanrc.com vernoncanrc.com by June 30th Sign up early as space is limited!

CMHA Vernon will be accepting donations towards this year’s Ride Don’t Hide until July 15.

Donors can support the ride by giving online at http://vernon. ridedonthide.ca or in person at CMHA Ver-

non branch located at 3100 28th Ave. The Vernon ride is one of the most successful Ride Don’t

4144 Spallumcheen Way Spallumcheen, BC V0E 1B6

Hide events in the country, last year raising more funds per capita than any other community.

Tel: 250-546-3013 Fax: 250-546-8878 Toll Free: 1-866-546-3013

Email: mail@spallumcheentwp.bc.ca Website: www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

A Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Township of Spallumcheen Hall located at 4144 Spallumcheen Way, Spallumcheen, B.C. on Monday, July 8, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to hear representations on the following matters:

TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1978, 2019 AND ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1979, 2019 Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1978 proposes to change the land use designation of the property legally described as Lot 2, Sec 35, Twp 8, ODYD, Plan 9847, Except Plan KAP74333 and located at 173 L & A Cross Road from Agricultural to Industrial in the Township of Spallumcheen Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1794. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.1979 proposes to rezone the properties legally described as Lots 1 & 2, Sec 35, Twp 8, ODYD, Plan 9847, Except Plan KAP74333 and located at 161 & 173 L & A Cross Road from the Agricultural (A.2) zone to the General Industrial (I.2) zone in the Township of Spallumcheen Zoning Bylaw No. 1700. Uses permitted in the I.2 zone include retail sale of heavy equipment and machinery, service and repair including automobile wrecking and junk yards, bulk storage plants, contractors for general and heavy construction, machinery and heavy equipment repair and the manufacturing, processing, and storage of: chemical and allied products, food products, machinery and transportation equipment, metal products, non-metallic mineral products including concrete products or ready mix concrete, petroleum and coal products, synthetic fibres, wood products and uses permitted in the Light Industrial (I.1) zone. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by these Bylaws shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaws. Copies of Bylaws 1978 and 1979 and associated staff reports may be inspected at the office of the Township of Spallumcheen from June 28, 2019 through July 8, 2019 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. For further information, please contact Mark Tanner of the Planning Department (250) 550-3750 or by e-mail at mark.tanner@rdno.ca. NO SUBMISSIONS TO COUNCIL WILL BE RECEIVED FOLLOWING CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Sasha Bird Manager of Engineering & Development

OurView Page A10 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Faking our way through

Our HistOry in Pictures

Vernon’s Army Camp will be busy this July long weekend with softball players and music fans as the annual Funtastic Slo-Pitch Tournament and Music Festival swings into action. Circa 1935, an air show at the Mission Hill Airport on the DND grounds attracted a large crowd. (Greater Vernon Museum & Archives photo #3880)

A street by any other name I wasn’t born here, so I’m not a true Vernonite. enue SE because the city of less than 20,000 is The fact that I was packed up at the age of so big it needs geographical elements broken three against my will (apparently I didn’t want into four quadrants for people to get around (or to go to ‘tupid ternon’) and transplanted with some former city planner from Calgary thought my family from the civilized neighbourhoods of a few decades ago to leave a legacy that at least North Surrey to the wilds of beyond Hope and helps the locals learn direction). But in Nelson you have historic Baker Street what passed for East Hill in 1963 counts for little. In fact, I think your dad or mom has to be born or beautiful Stanley Street, I’m sure they have here, at the bare minimum, to be considered a some avenues as well. You’re not going to forget Vernonite of any standing. The rest of us mere those names, not to mention they give the city transplants. character and charm and a story But I’ve grown to consider the to tell. place home with some affection, even Ask me how to get anywhere in though some relatives and friends at Vernon and I can barely name the the Coast still consider, after all these streets, except maybe Bella Vista years, anything outside the Lower Road, Pleasant Valley Road, Old Mainland to be somehow inferior Kamloops Road and Barnard Aveand question our sanity for remaining nue (which is really 30th Avenue and in the hinterland. is only secretly Barnard from back Oh, the irony. I stopped trying to when our city fathers knew how to tell them it’s the other way around. name a street) because they have Anyway one beef I have with Vernames and not forgettable numbers. non, and it’s minor but annoying, and Glenn Mitchell I know, I know, it’s easier to get around for tourists (and locals who ironically is a carryover from Surrey, never bothered to learn the streets) is that we number our streets. For instance, I grew up on 16th Street near with numbers cause it makes sense and you can 28th Avenue, hardly the stuff of legendary nov- figure it out. That never carried much weight for me cause els, but a great place to spend your childhood nevertheless I always figured if I was giving directions it’s It could have been worse. If we stayed in Sur- always about landmarks, past and present, anyrey it might have been 119A Street and a house way. Which means if you haven’t lived here for at number of at least five, likely six, digits. least a couple decades you’re likely out of luck In Salmon Arm it might have been 20th Av- … and it goes something like this:

Mitchell’s Musings

Published by Black Press Ltd at 4407 - 25th Ave. Vernon, B.C.

SwitchbOard: 250-545-3322 E-Mail: newsroom@vernonmorningstar.com wEb SitE: www.vernonmorningstar.com Mailing addrESS: 4407 - 25 Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5

“As you come down Hospital Hill you go though a set of lights where NOCA Dairy and the Vernon Fruit Union used to be across from Polson Park and the old Fulton School (which ain’t there anymore) but is now a plaza and a warehouse store. Keep going and go past OK Tel, or Telus I guess, and you come to bank corner, which used to be three banks and is soon going to be one, CIBC, which actually sits where the Bay and Shop-Easy used to be. ”Keep going through that light, past the old Vernon Lock & Cycle and Mr. Mike’s, until you get to the light with KFC that’s been there for decades, kitty corner from what used to be Art’s (B/A) Gulf gas station and is now a parking lot for the credit union which has a new name but the same site. Keep going again, past the first and second Super-Valu buildings (Total Pet, Staples), past the old Dairy Queen roof (Telus) and the gas station that’s now a pizza joint and you’re pretty much on your way. “When you get to a restaurant that looks like it used to be a Sambo’s you’ve reached 43rd Avenue I think and then the next light after that is 48th so you take a right, you can’t take a left, and just stay on that road all the way to Butcher Boys, which has always been there, which is where the road becomes Silver Star Road, and don’t ask me why it can’t be called that all the way to the highway, and you are on your way to Silver Star Mountain Resort in mere minutes. Now wasn’t that easy?” Or they could just use their GPS.

President: dave hamilton director of Sales: Karen hill creative Services Manager: Tessa Ringness bureau chief: Jen Zielinski

If you did not receive The Morning Star, call circulation for re-delivery: 250-550-7901

The North Okanagan’s Community Newspaper Published Wednesday and Friday

The Morning Star, founded in 1988 as an independent community newspaper, is published each Wednesday and Friday morning. Submissions are welcome but we cannot accept responsibility for unsolicited material including manuscripts and pictures which should be accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. EnTiRE ConTEnTS © 1988 MoRning STAR PuBLiCATionS LTd. ALL RighTS RESERVEd

It’s a dance we do every five years or so. We’re just five months away from the next federal election (18 months from the next U.S. federal election, thankfully we don’t have a twoyear long campaign season too) and there’s a lot to worry about that voters haven’t had on their plate before. It’s not the politicians, they are pretty much the same. Most have good intentions, some are questionable, but on average, most want to do a good job for their constituents. But more than just judging which candidate seems the best qualified and most likely to do a good job—or at least not do a lot of damage—voters are going to have to contend with social media. It’s a huge change from the last election— doesn’t really feel like five years, does it?—or the one before that. Back then, social media—Twitter, Facebook and the like—were relatively new, and candidates were using it to reach out more to their communities, interacting full time rather than just at scripted campaign rallies. We began to know them as people, or at least as the people they wanted us to think they were. That’s changed. The social media is now filled with as much bad information as good, perhaps more. Along with our news articles, there will be lots of opinions out there from people you know and even more from people you don’t; on everything from the local candidate to the party leader. And as we strive to bring you the best coverage, there is the opposite, what’s come to be known by the term fake news—everything from minor misinformation to out and out faked news stories, all designed to sway your vote by fair means or foul. The latest addition to this category is deepfakes, where, as an article in The Guardian put it, “The truth goes to die.” Altered photos have been a problem for years, though most are easy to spot. Deepfakes takes that to a whole new level, creating a video where you can have anyone say anything you want. Want to see Andrew Scheer endorse Justin Trudeau? Or watch the prime minister say he is voting Green this fall? Deep fakes can do that for you. And the technology is getting better every day. There’s already a lot of distrust when it comes to politician’s promises, but deepfakes is going to take that to a whole new level. This fall, and every election thereafter, voters are going to have to do a good job of educating themselves, not just on parties and issues, but on when and how they are being lied to.

circulation Manager: Tammy Stelmachowich 250-550-7901 classified department: 1-866-865-4460 Editorial Staff: Brieanna Charlebois, general reporter Roger Knox, general reporter Kevin Mitchell, sports reporter Jennifer Smith, general reporter regional bureau: Barry gerding Steve Kidd Alistair Waters Sydney Watt

250-550-7921 250-550-7922 250-550-7902 250-550-7913

Laryn gilmour

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A11 This Week’s Bible Study Session:

World Governments Will be replaced by christ Come hear what the Bible has to say every Sunday evening at 7:00pm at the

christadelphian hall

Email: letters@vernonmorningstar.com

3020 Wright Street, Armstrong, BC

community support steps up for kidney walk Thank you all for making this year’s Kidney Walk a success. The contributions of time, talent and equipment all go to making that morning a success. We had about 100 in attendance and raised unofficially $22,000. This was the first year that the North Okanagan chapter co-ordinated the walk and in that respect would like to get input from across section of those involved in order to build on this one for next year. We invite you to share your thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to be taken into consideration for future years. Thank you all again, the collective results will go to improving outcomes for folks living with kidney disease. Sid Adams North Okanagan Chapter Kidney Foundation BC Yukon Vernon’s Kidney Walk raised more than $22,000 thanks to the community’s support. (Katherine Peters - Morning Star)

safeway rebranding strains I read with dismay the article “Downtown Safeway to rebrand as Freshco Store” in the Friday, June 7, edition of the Vernon Morning Star. It seems to me that Canada Safeway/ Sobeys has failed to take into consideration the major impact on the local community with the temporary closure of the store. The current Safeway is used by a large population of seniors who live in higher density housing in the immediate vicinity of the store. They currently walk to the store, with or without a walker, or drive the short distance to the store. They depend on the location and easy access to the store and will be greatly affected by closure of the current store for many months while it is being rebranded. Many of these seniors have surrendered their driver’s licenses and will have great difficulty getting to the nearest large supermarket during the closure, especially over the winter months. In addition, seniors depend on the pharmacy in that store and the selection of groceries geared

towards their needs which are currently offered at the store. I understand from an internet web search that the current Safeway staff will be offered packages to leave. After the rebranding, seniors will have lost some of the excellent staff now working in the store who are very helpful to all customers in the store, but to the seniors and elderly in particular. I have witnessed this sensitivity and service on several occasions when I was in the store. Given that Safeway/Sobeys touts its community involvement, I feel it has failed to work with its customers in this instance and has failed to take into consideration the needs of smaller communities in general. Furthermore, any advantages to the rebranding to FreshCo have not even been communicated to those customers who will be affected. This Safeway store is the closest supermarket to me and I personally drive for 20 minutes to get to it. I will now have to drive even further to get weekly groceries at a large store, but as I

safeway changes upset My momma, who’s been working at Safeway for 37 years, was informed recently that effective Nov. 23, herself and all of her coworkers would be terminated at the downtown location. The articles you read make it sound like there are a bunch of alternatives for the employees, but they come with wage cuts, loss of certain benefits, hurt pensions and in reality

aren’t fiscally reasonable. To top off their stress, they have been given less than one month to make their decisions. My 98-year-old great grandma who still lives on her own walks to that store almost daily for her groceries, as she only buys what she can carry. There will be about five months between Safeway closing and Freshco opening where all of the local seniors will not

have groceries close by. The new store won’t have a florist, hot deli, butcher…but will be rather institutionalized with everything being pre-prepared and “ready” to go and lacking in quality (as most discount establishments are). I can’t imagine how my mom and her longterm coworkers must feel right now, but I hope that everyone finds the silver lining. Ashleigh Kaliszuk

am younger than most of the users of the current store this will not impact me significantly. However, the goodwill and loyalty I feel towards Safeway/Sobey’s where I have shopped for decades is severely strained at the moment. While I understand that Safeway needs to be profitable, surely there are better ways to deal with longterm customers than outright closure of a store for months which will affect so many people. Kathryn Watson

SEnd uS a lEttEr ■ The Morning Star welcomes letters to the editor intended for publication but reserves the right to edit for brevity, clarity, legality, personal abuse, accuracy, good taste and topicality. All letters published remain the property of The Morning Star, which is the sole judge of suitability for publication. Pen names will not be used other than in exceptional circumstances, which must first be agreed with by The Morning Star. Anonymous letters will not be considered for publication. To assist in verification, addresses and telephone numbers must be supplied, but will not be published.

presented by the Okanagan Christadelphians

BEAM Built-In Vacuum

Special!

• 30' Hose • Wands

• Floor Brushes, Tools • Hose Hanger • 500 Air Watts

Only…

499

www.FindlaysVacuumandSew.com 3101 - 48th Avenue in the Andre’s Plaza • 250-549-2730

We Grow ~ You Save HAPPY CANADA DAY EVERY LIVING THING NOW ON SALE!

MIN. 25% OFF • HANGING BASKETS • PATIO PLANTERS • ANNUALS • SUCCULENTS

MIN. ¹⁄ ³ OFF • PERENNIALS • SHRUBS • POND PLANTS

MIN. 50% OFF • TOMATOES & PEPPERS • HERBS & VEGGIES • FRUIT TREES

10,000 sq.ft.

Over Of greenhOuses tO chOOse frOm new summer hOurs

MON TO SAT 9-5 • SUN 10-5

5839 Okanagan Landing Rd. 250-549-0896

Call our Circulation Dept. about getting a Carrier route in your area.

250.550.7901

Page A12 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Seniors

Legion president named Citizen of the Year Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

The satisfaction of having people approach him and thank him for what he’s doing, for helping out and showing that he cares is why Ken Brandel volunteers. The 14-year mem-

ber, and current president, of the Armstrong Royal Canadian Legion was named Armstrong Spallumcheen Citizen of Year 2019 in a special ceremony at the Armstrong Activity Centre Tuesday. “Well, it’s certainly an honour to work for

a cause I believe in and love, and to be nominated for this award, I guess it means you’re doing more than you thought you did,” said Brandel, described in his nomination for the award as a tireless volunteer for the Royal Canadian Legion in

REAL ESTATE ON THE MOVE

Darcy S Sochan

REALTOR®

250-306-5579

PERSONAL SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON!

darcysochan@royallepage.ca

C HECK I T O uT AT B OOKLAND Lost and Found

BY danieLLe steeL What might have been? That tantalizing question propels a woman on a crosscountry adventure to reunite with the men she loved and let go, in Danielle Steel’s exhilarating new novel. It all starts with a fall from a ladder, in a firehouse in New York City. The firehouse has been converted into a unique Manhattan home and studio where renowned photographer Madison Allen works and lives after raising three children on her own. But the accident, which happens while Maddie is sorting through long-forgotten personal mementos and photos, results in more than a broken ankle. It changes her life. ON SALE NOW!

Price in effect ‘til July 26.

Canadian Retail $38.99

Our Price …

2729

Check out our large selection of gifts, games, and puzzles.

BOOKLAND 45 Years in Vernon • Locally Owned & Operated!

#100 - 3400 - 30th Avenue, Vernon • 250-545-1885 Friendly, courteous, helpful staff … special orders welcome!

Armstrong. ”Ken is a valued member of the branch. He is always the first to volunteer for community activities,” said the nomination. A former sonar man and physical education instructor in the Royal Canadian Navy, Brandel worked in sports stores in Comox after his discharge before he and wife, Judy, moved to Monte Lake to run the Super Save gas station and store. After selling the store, the couple retired to Armstrong. “We love it here. It’s a great place,” said Brandel, a native of Saskatoon who grew up in Grand Forks. The Brandels have two adult children and five grandkids. He has served on the legion executive in various positions for many years and volunteers alongside other committed members providing Wheels to Meals every Wednesday, hosting the annual yard sale, the Saturday meat draws and the Gardom Lake Legion Camp. In addition to to supporting the Armstrong Legion, Brandel also finds time to support

Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce board chairperson Peter Rotzetter (left) and Spallumcheen Mayor Christine Fraser present Ken Brandel with the 2019 Armstrong Spallumcheen Citizen of the Year award (and cake) at a special ceremony June 25 at the Armstrong Activity Centre. (Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber - photo) other community or- and Canada Day,” said Armstrong and Spall- ry Club. ganizations. another nomination. umcheen who gave the “Ken has always “(He) is always Since 2015, the le- ultimate sacrifice. emphasized the imporwilling to help with gion, under Brandel’s Brandel also sup- tance of community community events guidance, has taken ported the Legion’s service,” said a nomilike the Armstrong over organization acquisition of the IPE nator. “He is the first Spallumcheen Cham- of the annual can- Parking, setting up and one to acknowledge ber of Commerce grad dlelight ceremony in running this fundrais- that the work he does is rehearsal barbecue, December, honouring er, formerly done by not done alone – there children’s bike rodeo the 39 servicemen from the Armstrong Rota- are many members of the Royal Canadian Legion Armstrong who contribute to the betterment of the community in many ways.” Brandel was honoured by past Citizens of the Year and invited guests Tuesday at a tea CERTIFIED IN hosted by the Armstrong Spallumcheen BENEFITS OF A LIFE LEASE: Chamber of ComA life lease ensures life long tenancy at no additional capital expense to the Tenant, aside from monthly fees. merce and Armstrong Activity Centre. Upon notice of termination or expiry of the life lease, Catherine Gardens purchases the property back - guaranteed 95% of your money back. Brandel will receive With the purchase of a life lease – comes a Lifetime Membership at official recognition Schubert Centre. Meals, activities, dancing, bingo, and much more as Citizen of the right at your doorstep. Year 2019 during the Catherine Gardens charges a monthly maintenance fee to look after the opening ceremony of daily operations. This includes in suite repairs – covers all appliances, the Canada Day celesewer, water, taxes, garbage, parking. Just lock up and go! You pay only CORI DEREk brations in Memorial Electric and Cable/Phone. HANAN GELDRICH Park July 1, followed We are NOT a Strata. There are no Property Transfer Fees. Many people Physiotherapist Physiotherapist by participation in the purchase a life lease because it does not depreciate in value, regardless IPE Parade as the honof Real Estate market conditions. NORTH END (RAILWAY PLAZA) ourary parade marshal Located Downtown, you have easy access to Schubert Centre and 204 4710 31ST STREET, VERNON and at other communilocal Shopping. 250-545-6030 ty events. www.spineandsportsvernon.com

DRY NEEDLING

250-309-3618 | ✉ catherine.gardens2@gmail.com

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A13

News

Challenge supports hospice Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff

Anyone who has ever wanted to see if they have what it takes to be a firefighter will have a chance to find out while supporting a worthy cause. A Firefighter Challenge takes place Sunday, June 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Lake City Casino parking lot. Fire games involve competing in a firefighter obstacle course and spraying water at a target to win, along with a hose rolling competition and firefighter fitness challenge for the public. “Come see how it feels with full gear on,” said Paul Sterritt, with the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Department. Sterritt is organizing the event with Michele Hill to raise awareness

Michele Hill and Paul Sterritt will be showing off some fancy footwork during Dancing With the Vernon Stars in support of the North Okanagan Hospice Society. But first you can support the couple’s fundraising efforts at a special event Sunday, the Firefighting Challenge. (Contributed) and money for the said Sterritt. Those attending can North Okanagan Hospice Society. The two also get their photo, are dance partners in by donation, with firethe 12th annual Danc- fighters and trucks. ing With the Vernon A biologist who has Stars event, a major operated Hill Environfundraiser for hospice. mental Ltd. the past 25 “Come along and years, Hill is chair of support your local the board of directors firefighters, experience at Community Futures what we do and donate North Okanagan, to the hospice cause,” where she also sits on

the loans committee and the business exchange program. Sterritt not only works locally, he is a 16-year member of Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Department. North Okanagan Hospice Society (Hospice) provides quality end-of-life services for the residents of the North Okanagan. When medical intervention can no longer add days to life, the hospice society strives to add more life to each day. “This service touches many lives and hearts in our community,” said Sterritt. The society relies on donations and fundraised dollars to sustain its hospice programs. Each year, donations and fundraised dollars of approximately $600,000 are required to offset the costs of providing quality end-

of-life care. Dancing with the Vernon Stars, which takes place Sept, 27, greatly assists in these efforts. Hill and Sterritt are one of eight couples who will step out onto the ballroom floor in support of hospice The event showcases local dancers with big hearts and the drive to raise funds through their own activities this spring and summer. All dance couples are asked to raise $7,500 which will contribute to the North Okanagan Hospice Society’s overall net fundraising goal of $150,000. Tickets for the event can be purchased on Ticket Seller by mid-August for $125 each. The event includes a dinner, silent and live auction, the dance show and closes off with DJ Haymaker.

Welcomes

Murray Wood, CPED(C) Certified Pedorthist Formerly of The Sole Mate

Specializing in Custom Orthotics, Footwear Modifications and lower limb rehabilitation

One Stop Love Shop lingerie and fetish wear for men & women sizes xs-7xl!

Massage Oils - lubricants sexual enhanceMents fOr Men & WOMen bath & bOdy PrOducts ProUd sUPPor ters adult tOys & nOvelties of the PherOMOnes & aPhrOdisiacs large selectiOn Of Mens tOys Please adult bOOks - Magazines & dvds CommUnitY! recycle giftsthis & décOr

lgBtQ

Vernon CUstomers reCeiVe 10% disCoUnt.

newspaper. stag & stagette Party suPPlies

mUst show id

SERVING YOU IN 3 LOCATIONS:

1x2 KAmLOOpS, AbbOTSfORd, & ChILLIwACK MON-thurs 10AM - 9PM • fri-sAt 10AM - 10PM • SUN & mOST hOLIdAYS 11Am - 7pm

Please recycle this newspaper. 2x1.5

Make your home come even more alive! py Hap ay! D a d Cana

s gift Card ! aVailaBle

Please recycle this n Your okanagan Expert for Window Coverings Blinds & draperies interior design upholstery Renovations and updates

3x1

When you prioritize your health and mobility it’s easier to get out and play. Our approachable and knowledgeable vitamin

Please rec program that will increase your energy and vitality. this newsp

and supplement staff can help you put together a personalized

3x1.5 book your in-home

complimentary consultation today!

Blinds up to

70%

oFF

250-542-5955 www.designersgallerycanada.com

3400 30TH AVENUE, VERNON

naturesfare.com

Page A14 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Wishing Everyone a

happy canada day!

offering the lowest prices in town!

Molson canadian 24 cans $29.99 + Tax & Dep.

free T-shirT

Budweiser 24 Cans

750 ml

33.99 + Tax & Dep.

Cariboo 24 Cans

old milwaukee

27.99 + Tax & Dep.

Bailey’s

24 cans

29.99

+ Tax & Dep.

24.99

+ Tax & Dep.*

Smirnoff Ice Berry Blast 6 pack $

11.99 + Tax & Dep.

many more In STore SPeCIalS: Plus liquor warehouse offers a wide selection of the most PoPular beers, wines & sPirits *Prices subject to change

@TheLiquorWarehouseVernon • 250.545.7103 4900 - 24th Street Vernon • Behind The Village Hotel

open daily 9am to 11pm

Sports

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A15

Jones-Munk captures golf tour trifecta Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

Coming from four strokes down in the final round to win the Zone 2 Okanagan Junior Girls Golf Championship in a playoff was cool for Vernon’s Kendra Jones-Munk. But what amazed Jones-Munk even more was being voted by her peers as the tour’s most sportsmanlike player. “Everybody got to vote for one player they felt showed the most sportsmanship, was kind to the players and was a really nice person,” said JonesMunk, 17, heading into Grade 12 in September at W. L. Seaton Secondary. “To win that is really amazing. I guess I made a great impression and had a very positive impact on players on the tour. I’m quite honoured.” Jones-Munk, who plays out of the Vernon Golf and Country Club, was four shots down after the first 18 holes of the 36-hole tour championship played at Kelowna’s Gallagher’s Canyon course. She rallied to join close friend Alex Brunner, of Osoyoos, in a playoff to determine the tour champ. On the third play-

Vernon golfer Kendra Jones-Munk (right) accepts the Zone 2 Junior Girls Tour Championship trophy from zone chairperson Olivia Higgs after capturing the title on the third playoff hole at Gallagher’s Canyon course in Kelowna. (Submitted) off hole, Jones-Munk was over, there were had her concentratput her third shot no bad feelings being on good contact into a bunker left of tween us at all. She’s and keeping the ball the green, chipped to one of my closest online. Early in the season, within five feet and friends. made her par putt, Jones-Munk won the she was recording while Brunner was un- Tour’s 2019 Order of high scores but the able to equalize, miss- Merit, finishing atop swing changes have ing her par chance to the points standings her playing now as a give Jones-Munk the for the season-long 4.3 handicap, meaning title. run. a two-stroke improve“It was very She made a few ment in her play since nerve-wracking,” said changes in her swing, the beginning of the Jones-Munk of the working with Vernon year. playoff. “But once it pro Brad Jones, that Jones-Munk will

tee it up next week at the B.C. Junior Girls Championships at Nanoose Bay near Parksville, on Vancouver Island. She has also qualified for the Canadian Junior Girls Championships in Lethbridge July 29 to Aug.2, and will play in the Pacific Northwest Golf Association’s Junior Girls Amateur Championships in Port Ludlow, Wash. She played the Canadian and PNGA events in 2018, learning a ton. “In those two events, I had the experience of having quite a bit of pressure throughout a whole tournament and it helped build me up as a player,” she said. “If I make a double bogey now, I can recover quite quickly which is a notable improvement from last year.” Her goal is to make the cut in both the B.C. and Canadian tournaments, and finish top-20 in Canada. Asked if she was working for the summer, Jones-Munk joked and said, “I’m working on my swing.” *** On the boys’ side at the Zone 2 Tour Championships, Braedon Cooper, of the Vernon Golf Club, finished second in the

Junior Division low gross, three shots back of the winner, Justin Towill of Kelowna. Hunter Penalva of Predator Ridge was third, eight shots behind Towill. Austin Armanini of

Vernon was fifth low gross in the Juvenile Division. Ryan Vest of Predator Ridge was second low gross in the Bantam Boys Division, two shots back of the winner, Cooper Humphries

of Kelowna. Braxton MacDonald and Will Lockwood, both of Vernon, were fourth and fifth. Vest was third runner-up in the season-long Order of Merit.

v e r n o n g o l f & c o u n t ry c l u b

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!

Come out and golf 9 holes tee times between 6 & 7am (based upon availability) Includes breakfast for only $39 plus gst. Cart not included (Choose 1 breakfast selection, includes coffee, coupon expires Oct. 31, 2019)

golf SHoP 250.542.9126 offIce 250.542.0151 eMAIl manager@vernongolf.com fAX 250.542.5468

800 Kalamalka lake road,vernon bc v1t 6v2 www.vernongolf.com Our mission is to provide members & guests with a quality experience with amenities in support of an enjoyable social experience in a fiscally responsible manner.

There is always something going on at the O’Keefe Ranch Explore three new exhibitions at the

Experience a

MANSION TOUR

Learn more about the O’Keefe family by strolling through the home they lived in for 91 years.

GREENHOW MUSEUM Horsepower St. Anne’s Church May 2017 by Andrea Lee Szopa

Introducing Elizabeth Sunday Best

New Adult Learning Opportunities • Blacksmith Classes • Wool Spinning • Wood Carving • Yoga with Goats

Open 10-5 Daily | 9380 Hwy 97N, Vernon | (250) 542-7868 | www.okeeferanch.ca

Page A16 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

BC HOCKEY HALL OF FAME 2019 Induction Dinner & Auction

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Sports

Friday, July 19th, 2019 – 5:00-10:00pm South Okanagan Events Centre, Penticton, BC

With Host: GERRY DEE

Tickets $90/each Online: www.bchhf.com Phone: 778.559.3263 Email: executive.director@bchhf.com

2019 Inductees include: Daniel & Henrik Sedin, Barret Jackman, Shane Heyer, Ron Delorme,Karen Wallace, 1997-98 South Surrey Eagles

Barret Jackman

The popular Epic Sports Academy returns to Armstrong this summer with two new camps at Highland Park Elementary for kids aged seven to 13 in July and August. (contributed)

Shane Heyer

Summer camps in Armstrong Ron Delorme

Daniel & Henrik Sedin

Karen Wallace

1997-98 South Surrey Eagles

Presented by:

In Partnership ship W With:

United Way

North Okanagan Columbia Shuswap

Youth who get in trouble with drugs or alcohol are referred to a program funded by the United Way.

Morning Star Staff

The Epic Sports Academy will return to the North Okanagan this summer with two new camps in Armstrong for kids aged seven to 13. The camps are designed to help children learn interpersonal values. “(As well as) confidence, teamwork and learning skills so they can use it in game situations, said Gregg Nicholson, Epic Sports Academy director. “Our interest is in having fun. We feel if you’re having fun learning the skills, you’ll do better at it,” The academy was founded seven years ago

by Gregg and Michelle Nicholson. Each camp is made up of 15-to-20 kids and costs $225 per child. The Game On! camp offers six different sports, including dodge ball and ultimate frisbee and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 15-19 at Highland Park Elementary School. The Skills and Thrills! camp covers four sports — basketball, volleyball, soccer and flag football. It takes place Aug. 19-23 at Highland Park (both camps are also being offered in Salmon Arm). For more information you can visit the Epic Sports Academy website.

kayak, Paddle Boards & Canoe Rentals on

kal beach! CaNaDa DaY - laBOUR DaY

Kayaks, Paddle Boards & Canoes, Boat Toys, Scuba Lessons & Gear, Electric Fat Bikes, + Roof Racks & Accessories! www.innerspacewatersports.com | VERNON 3006 32 St. 250-549-2040 | kElOwNa 2781 Hwy 97 N. 250-763-2040  

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

News

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A17

3rd annuaL sunrise tO sunset saLe!

E ST BIGG

SAVINGS OF THE YEA

IDAY -SUNDAY FR JUNE 28TH - JUNE 30TH

remaining

all

fRuIt RuIt tREE tREEs

MINKas ClOtHING

Paul Murray, Kathy Murray, Brenda Tonasket, Patti Lippertand Betty Dolinski protested at the courthouse Thursday. (Brieanna Charlebois - Morning Star)

CHECK Out OuR salE RaCK!

While the Christmans were back in court Thursday, a small protest took place outside the Vernon courthouse. “We’re here for the horses, dogs, pigs all the animals that have suffered,” said Brenda Tonasket, who was among a handful of people holding protest signs, some with graphic images of horses carcasses. “We just want to make sure

that they’re looked after and loved.” Carla Christman and her daughter Chelsea Christman-Beluse are each facing a charge of causing unnecessary pain/suffering to an animal, failing to provide necessities for an animal and wilfully resisting or obstructing a peace officer. Carla is also facing a charge of dangerous operation of a conveyance. “We’ve made it a mission to

be here for each and every case that the Christman’s attend,” Tonasket said. “It’s important. People forget that just because the animals have gone to the SPCA, the story’s not over. These animals could easily return home and then the suffering continues.” A total of 43 horses, plus four dogs and four hogs, were seized from Christman’s Irish Creek Road property in March 2019.

25 OFF %

% OFF

all REMaINING INING aNNuals a

Protestors rally for animals Brieanna Charlebois Morning Star Staff

4” 606 & 1201 Packs

BasKEt stuffERs

70%

OFF

some ome exclusion aPPly

all remaining

veGetaBLe PLants

% OFF

6” Wave Petunias

BeAutiful PlAnts

2 for $ 88

some exclusion aPPly

BLaCk earth sOiL 25l BAg Reg $5.99 eA

3 for

sCOtts turF BuiLder

summeRguARD 34-0-0

CeramiC POts

WasP B GOne

Buy 1 Get 10% OFF Buy 2 Get 15% OFF Buy 3 Get 20% OFF

2 for

aerosal or Foam

mix ‘n match

HOP ORGaNIC COMPOst sOIl

% OFF

sElECtED HaNGING BasKEts & PlaNtERs

3525 Mill Street & 2410 Pleasant Valley Blvd Armstrong, BC • Phone 1�888�546�3002 www.shepherdshardware.ca

% OFF

all remaining 3’ - 4’

emeraLd Cedars

% OFF

BLue FesCue Grass

BUY 1

GET 1 FREE

PerFect For our climate

Find us on Facebook and instagram nicholasalexander.com | (250) 542-8881

www.nicholasalexander.com

ClOsED MONDay July 1st fOR CaNaDa Day

saLe ends june 30, 2019

6325 Hwy 97 Vernon, BC V1B 3R4 July-Aug Open 9am – 5:30pm Daily

Page A18 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A19

Lumby Canada Day Schedule of Events 6:00 AM 7:00 AM 7:30 AM

Walk, Roll, Run Set Up At Wvcc Park Set Up – Stage, Public Market Pancake Breakfast Start – Oap Hall By Donation Walk, Roll, Run Registration Public Market Opens Pre Work Out And Speeches For Walk, Roll, Run Walk, Roll, Run Race Starts Water Park Opens

8:00 AM 8:15 8:30 AM 9:00 AM

2019 Armstrong Canada Day Schedule Get a “FREE” MEDIUM HOT N’ READY PEPPERONI OR CHEESE PIZZA!! With the purchase of any pizza. You save $5.99! Coupon required. One coupon per person per day. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Coupon valid June 28, 2019 to July 30, 2019.Valid only at LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA #113 - 3101 Hwy. 6,Vernon, B.C. Located in the Fruit Union Plaza across from Polson Park. Phone 250-549-4646

PANCAKE BREAKFAST - by donation, and in support of the Len Wood Middle School Playground Project – 8:00 - 10:30am CANADA DAY COLOR PARTY PROCESSION – 10:50am WELCOME & OPENING CEREMONIES – 11:00am INTRODUCTION OF THE 2019 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA! – 11:45am Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union Canada Day Cake

Get a “CRAZY BREAD” for only 99¢!

8-Sticks of freshly cooked bread coated with garlic butter and parmesan cheese.

You save $3.00! Coupon required. One coupon per person per day. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Coupon valid June 28, 2019 to July 30, 2019.Valid only at LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA #113 - 3101 Hwy. 6,Vernon, B.C. Located in the Fruit Union Plaza across from Polson Park. Phone 250-549-4646

CONCESSIONS & DISPLAYS | MAKERS MARKET & DEMONSTRATION LIVE ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY FUN ZONE 12:00 - 4:00pm FREE SWIM MEMORIAL POOL – 12:00 - 5:30pm

250-549-4646

CLOSING CEREMONIES – 4:00pm SUNSET CELEBRATION IN THE PARK begins at 6:00pm Email staff@aschamber for information

SPONSORED by:

@ OKANAGAN LAKE MONDAY, JULY 1 ST AT 10:30PM – KIN PARK PUT ON BY: BIG BANG FIREWORKS

11:00 AM 11:10 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM To 12:45

ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING SPONSORS INCLUDE:

VERNON VW

10:00 AM 10:30 AM

Sandy’s Collision

12:00 PM

Bike Decorating Contest & Rodeo/Races Start

1:00 PM

Free Hotdogs End

1:15 PM

2nd Band Starts – Local Smoke

2:30 PM

Music Ends

1:30 PM

Free Swim At Outdoor Pool Starts

2:30 PM

Music Ends – Canada Day Wrap Up Tear Down Starts For Park

4:30 PM

Canada Day in Polson Park Entertainment Schedule: MAIN STAGE • 10 a.m. • 11 a.m. • 11:45 a.m. • 12 p.m. • 12:15 p.m. • 12:30 p.m. • 12:40 p.m. • 1 p.m. • 2:15 p.m. • 3 p.m.

Free Swim Ends

Come Celebrate

CANADA DAY

GA E TE W HE AY TO THE MONAS

“S

im p

ly th e B e

st ”

Page A20 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

News

Clark, Robinson

Helping readers discover Okanagan Valley literature

CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

Jolene Van Hemert, BBA, CPA

Congratulations to our newest CPA professional – Jolene Van Hemert. The partners and staff are proud to celebrate Jolene’s achievement in obtaining her CPA professional designation. This milestone cannot be achieved without years of hard work and dedication, and we appreciate and applaud Jolene’s tenacity and depth of knowledge. Jolene was employed with a national accounting firm prior to joining Clark, Robinson this past spring. Her preferred areas of practice are personal and corporate taxation, and accounting for small to medium businesses with a focus on the construction industry. We look forward to Jolene’s continued success as a valued member of our team.

CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

Established in 1978, Clark, Robinson provides accounting, auditing, taxation and consulting services for corporations, individuals and not for profit organizations in the North Okanagan.

3109 – 32 Avenue, Vernon

250-545-7264

www.vernonmorningstar.com

www.clarkrobinson.com

Vernon Farmers’ Market-goers can buy local merlot, baby carrots, sourdough bread, strawberries, Adirondack chairs, painted thank-you cards, Alpaca scarves…and now books. A new pop-up bookshop featuring titles by Okanagan writers hopes to create a market buzz while helping readers to discover the Okanagan Valley’s literature. The Read Local Okanagan’s stall features 52 titles by 24 writers from across the region—everything from vintage poetry collections by Sharon Thesen and the latest book of poems by John Lent to the bestselling new historical novels of Alix Hawley (All True Not A Lie) and Shelley Wood (The Quintland Sisters). “People are always so surprised to see that

all of these books are by Okanagan writers, and it is amazing to see them all together like this,” said Kate Mahaits, a Read Local Okanagan team member who runs the stall at the Vernon Farmers’ Market every Thursday. Local writer and business owner Natalie Appleton came up with the idea of a pop-up bookshop featuring local literature after a trip to the farmers’ market last fall, not long after the launch of her first book, a literary travel memoir entitled I Have Something To Tell You. “We have so many beautiful, beautiful books by writers in this region, and yet the people who love to read and want to support local arts didn’t have an easy way to find these books,” said Appleton.

Kate Mahaits (left) and Natalie Appleton. (Contributed) “The idea has been so well-received by both readers and writers. “So many of the writers got back to us within minutes saying they’d love to be a part of Read Local and we had most of our books within a week, so I think the writers were really keen to have an opportunity

like this to market their books.” A strong and early supporter of Read Local Okanagan has been Vernon writer John Lent, a former Okanagan College dean and creative writing professor. Many of the Read Local writers teach at Okanagan College or UBC Okanagan

Celebrate Canada Day MONDAY JULY 1 2019

8:00am - 1:00pm • Kal Tire Place Parking Lot, 3445 43 Ave. Featuring entertainment by THE PORCH PICKERS FREE Re-Usable Shopping Bags @ 10:00am (while quantities last) Join us in singing “Oh Canada” @ 12:00 sharp Check FACEBOOK for a chance to win Market Bucks

 

Children’s Activities • Live Alpaca Display • Festive Decorations • Face Painting

Plus everything you love about LOCAL the Market & more! HEALTHY www.vernonfarmersmarket.ca FRESH

Make It A Fresh Day!

CREATIVE

have won awards and earned national acclaim. “Read Local gives us a way to have a stake in our own writers,” said Lent. “Back in 1991, there were around six writers living from Salmon Arm to Penticton who had published books. “I now know of at least 35 professional writers who have moved here in the last 10 years. These are national writers who have a reputation outside of the Okanagan. “All together, they have more than 100 m e rc h a n d i s abl e books.” Some of the popup bookshop’s works also feature the Okanagan and the Interior, such as The Sudden Weight Of Snow by Coldstream writer Laisha Rosnau (who recently won The Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize) and the acclaimed Shelter by Penticton writer Frances Greenslade. Other titles are more eclectic or experimental, such as Armstrong resident Kevin McPherson’s Circadia; Kelowna writer Sean Johnston’s Listen All You Bullets, a contemporary retelling of the western classic Shane; or Adam Lewis Schroeder’s All-Day Breakfast, a witty literary novel about zombies. Read Local Okanagan is also featuring a single children’s book, Marshall Plays Hockey, illustrated and written by two Vernon sisters to tell the story of an ambitious moose. “Whatever age you are and whatever literary style you’re into— or want to try—we really do have a title you’ll love,” added Mahaits.

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A21

News

Vernon transit system enjoys stellar year Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

Fudge said last year ship from the previous the local share of costs. al District of North commuters the chance The UBCO Connec- Okanagan, and which to take the bus, contin- 123,000 people were year. People in Vernon are tor service, provided allows North Okana- ues to be a great success serviced by the route, “We are now lookhopping on the buses. through the Region- gan students and work story. up 25 per cent in rider- ing at expansion opVernon council was given data by BC Transit senior manager of government relations Chris Fudge Monday morning that shows transit ridership in Greater Vernon is doing well. “Ridership shows a very positive trend line in terms of performance,” said Fudge, who said in the 201819 data year there was a 7.6 per cent increase in ridership over the previous year, with more than 500,000 rides in the fixed routes and conventional sides. The tier average in similar sized systems in the province is 414,000, so Vernon is well above that average. It’s also up on the provincial increase of six per cent ridership for growth. In April 2018, 7,000 additional service hours were added to Vernon Transit and a new high-frequency route—Route 9, North End—was introduced which has proven very popular with bus riders. 4 PC It has the third-highest rider frequency in the Outdoor Vernon system. Also helping the Living Set numbers were extended $ service hours on select routes, adding two new buses to the fleet and simplifying the fare structure. Fudge said some recommended changes to Route 7 Okanagan Windville 6 PC Landing and Route 8 Dining Room Bella Vista Road did not move forward due $ to a mixed reaction from the public. “We are continuing to gather data on the performance of those routes and we will look at making revised recommendations in the Apply near future,” he said. For Yours 2514 Hwy 97 N 3202-28th 3039 Skaha Lake Road TODAY! Revenue generated Kelowna, BC Vernon, BC Penticton, BC in Vernon in 2018-19 250.861.9321 250.545.0535 236.422.3220 increased by $100,000, Monday thru Friday Monday thru Saturday Monday thru Saturday 9am - 5:30pm which is $15,000 high9:30am - 6pm 10am - 5:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm Sundays & Holidays Sundays 11am to 5pm er than BC Transit’s Sundays 11am to 5pm 11am to 5pm Closed Holidays Closed Holidays budget estimate, and While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, some printing error occur. We reserve the right to correct any such errors. the revenue helps offset

tions for that route,” said Fudge, including kicking about the ideas of adding Sunday ser-

vice, removing seasonal service reduction and increasing Saturday service.

Enola 4 PC Sectional

2,099

788

1,499

No interest for one full year.

Power Recliner $

999

Bardarson 4 PC Sectional $

2,999

Clearance pricing on last year’s floor model mattresses (while quantities last)

Ashley Homestore

www.ashleyokanagan.com

Page A22 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

LiveWire

GALLERIES/ ART SHOWS

Armstrong Spallumcheen Art Gallery 3415 Pleasant Valley Rd. 31st annual

Ribbon Show opening reception July 4, 6-8 p.m. Show runs until Aug. 3 with pastel, portrait, mixed media, acryl-

ic, oil, watercolour, drawing, youth and alternative medium. Gallery Odin 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain. Opening

Know someone with

HEARING LOSS? Help a friend or family member hear what they’ve been missing.

Show your support by coming in together for a Free Hearing Test. Coffee is on us. VERNON 778.475.4007

201–5100 Anderson Way

ARMSTRONG 778.442.2000

7–3495 Pleasant Valley Rd.

reception Satruday, June 29, 2-8 p.m. for the summer show and sale. Gallery Vertigo (#102-3105 28th Ave.) Gerry Marchand’s Art Exhibition entitled Seeing Beyond… on until June 29. Gallery open Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Greater Vernon Museum and Archives 3009 32nd Ave. Voices from the Engraver is the latest exhibit all about stamps and bank notes. The travelling exhibit is produced by the Bank of Canada Museum. Lake Country Art Gallery 10356A Bottom Wood Lake Rd. 250-766-1299. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. Friday, June 28 check out From Lochs to Lakes: Mary Smith McCulloch’s Creative Legacy, 6-8 p.m. Red Dog Glass Studio 82 Beaven Rd., Cherryville celebrates one-year anniversary since moving in with the Cherryville Artisans Shop June 29&30, 10-4. SilverStar Mountain Museum summer opening Saturday, June 29 11-3 in the village. Two new echibits: Star Women and The Pontiac Cup. Shannon Bettles from the BC Historical Federation will be on hand at 1 p.m. to present

nexgenhearing.com WorkSafeBC and other Provincial WCB Networks, VAC, BCEA and NIHB accepted Registered under the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC

SSMM volunteers an award of recognition for their work in creating and preserving SilverStar Mountain history. Then on Sunday, June 30, 9:30 a.m. check out Geology and Mining History on a guided walk with Warner Gruenwald. Registration required at silverstarmuseum@ gmail.com. Fee by donation. Vernon Cadet Museum in the former Guardhouse off Highway 97. Opening ceremony Tuesday, July 2 at 1 p.m. More than 2,500 items on display. Museum open to the public daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., except Mondays. CONCERTS AND THEATRE Maria Chapdelaine opera in four acts sung in English Saturday, June 29, 7 p.m. at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre. Tickets $16.75-$40 at ticketseller.ca or call 250549-SHOW (7469). Enchanted Princess Ball featuring 12 of your favourite princesses (plus a few princes and even a snowman) Sunday, June 30, 2 p.m. at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre. Tickets $41$77 through Ticket Seller. East Hill Hootenanny & Bontrager Family Singers Tuesday, July 2, 5-8:30

www.vernonmorningstar.com

p.m. at the First Baptist Church. Fun an games on the lawn for all ages, open mic from 5-7, barbecue by donation with proceeds goint to the Vernon Street Church. Oro and Oko Baorque July 3, 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church. Free concert part of the Vernon Proms fourth annual Classical Music Festival. Czech & Hebraic Music for Cello and Piano July 5, 7 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church. Tickets $18-22 through Ticket Seller. SonReal comes home Friday July 5, 7 p.m. at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre. Tickets $34.25 through Ticket Seller. Music in the Park free entertainment from the Vernon Community Concert Band, July 6, 1-2 p.m. at the Polson Park bandshell. Come earlier and support the Vernon Lions Club with their duck race fundraiser with its aim to bring a trained support dog into our area for a person in need. The Lions Club’s 11 a.m. start provides family friendly games, food truck fare, a blindfold guide dog maze and much more. FILMS Apollo Film Festival 50th anniversary

of Apollo 11 Moon Landing celebrated at the Vernon Library, with the Okanagan Science Centre. Three films: Thursday, July 4 is In the Shadow of the Moon, July 11 is The Dish and July 17 is For All Mankind. All shows at the library Okanagan Screen Arts Society is showing The White Crow at the Vernon Towne Cinema on Monday, July 1. Showtimes at 5:15 & 7:45 p.m. Pre-show intro by local entertainer Sally Evans. Advance tickets available at the Towne Cinema box office and Expressions of Time bookstore. Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival is coming to SilverStar Mountain Resort July 6, @ 7 p.m. They will be showing award-winning and critically acclaimed films featuring adventure, mountain culture and mountain sports. All proceeds from this event go to Norman Kreutz and his family. This is one way to give back while he undergoes cancer treatment. Tickets are $20, available at the Village Ski Shop and Evole at Silver Star or by calling Patti Wild 250-9383242. LIVE MUSIC Armstrong Spallumcheen Music in the Park Friday, June

ONLINE SAFETY BEGINS AT HOME Talk to your kids about online safety

We’re huge fans of this weather! Beat the heat with a beautiful new ceiling fan. VERNON’S LARGEST LIGHTING SELECTION - NO ONE EVEN COMES CLOSE!

28 features Mace in Memorial Park, 7-9 p.m. with barbecue on site. Rain or shine. Support Feed the Valley by bringing a non-perishable food item or making a donation at the nearest Valley First branch. Army Navy and Air Force Veterans Unit 5 Spitfire Lounge June 28 is Easy Street. BX Press Cidery 4667 East Vernon Rd. Patio concert Friday, June 28 at 6 p.m. with Von Reason. Tickets available at thebxpress.com. Lorenzo’s Cafe 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 838-6700. Memphis to MoTown blues and hard core rock this weekend! Poppa Dawn plays Friday, June 28. Taking the stage Saturday is Double Bill with Bogue Brigade and Sinitry. Doors open at 6, show starts at 8. Cover is $10. Call 250-838-6700 to reserve. Record City 3127 30th Ave. The Dragstrip Devils and The Stag Reels rock Friday, June 28 (doors open at 7:30 p.m.). Then Saturday, June 29 check out Under the Rocks with Chloe Davidson/Bluegrass (doors open at 7). Get your punk on Sunday, June 30 with Hard Charger, Chairman and DTF (doors open at 7:30). All shows, all ages. Tickets $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Call or come to the shop to reserve your tickets 250-5030038.

Sun Dial Lighting LIKE US ON

2801 44th Avenue, Vernon

250-545-7370 www.sundiallighting.ca

A&E

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A23

Funtastic in full swing this weekend Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff

Funtastic is ready to knock it out of the park as hundreds slide into town for Canada’s largest slo-pitch tournament and music festival. The Canada Day long weekend event kicks off today (Friday) and will run the bases until Monday with 160 teams taking part in both Vernon and Enderby. “They’re from all over B.C. and Alberta and we have a team from Saskatchewan this year,” said Funtastic president Ryan McGiverin. While there are also a number of local teams, the economic impact of the festival is huge for the North Okanagan

The Washboard Union’s David Roberts will join the country band in Vernon Saturday night for Funtastic’s A&W Music Festival at the DND Grounds. (File photo) considering the num- which is always full at “Queen is big this ber of people on each 30 teams. There is also year, with the movie team, plus their cheer- a satellite Funtastic coming out about leaders. taking part in Port Al- Freddy Mercury,” said “With families, berni. McGiverin of Funtasspouses it could be 15 Outside of the ball tic’s decision to go with to 20 people a team,” diamond action, the a Queen tribute from said McGiverin. A&W Music Festival Toronto, which plays “I’m thinking the va- is a huge hit. Sunday night. cancy rates are going to The entertainment Like Simply Queen, very low this weekend.” stage and large bever- other tributes such The situation is likely age gardens keep the as Bad Moon Riders the same in Enderby, DND grounds rockin’. (CCR tribute Satur-

day) will deliver more than music. Friday features all local bands: Redfish at 7:30 p.m., Shawn Lightfood Band at 9:15 p.m. and The Young’uns at 11 p.m. Country fans can kick some dust up Saturday to Linus at 7 p.m., Dirt Road Kings at 8 p.m., Bad Moon Risers at 9 p.m. and Washboard Union at 10:45 p.m. “Our country night that we had last year was a huge success,” said McGiverin. Cranking it up Sunday night is The Feels at 7 p.m., Hysteria of Def Leppard at 9 p.m. and Simply Queen at 10:45 p.m. Passes to the festival are available on site (while quantities last)

and online via funasticsports.ca. Proceeds of the event go towards the Funtastic Community Grant Program.

The event also relies on an army of support to pull it all off — to the tune of 300 volunteers.

FOR ADVANCE TICKETS GO TO

www.cineplex.com

POLSON PLACE MALL #275 - 2306 HIGHWAY #6, VERNON TEL: 250-542-1107 ShowtimeS for friday June 28, 2019 to thurSday JuLy 4, 2019 ANNABELLE COMES HOME (14A - FRIGHTENING SCENES) CC/DVS, NO PASSES FRI, MON 1:35, 4:05, 7:20, 9:55; SAT - SUN 11:00, 1:35, 4:05, 7:20, 9:55; TUE - THURS 2:00, 4:25, 7:20, 10:00. TOY STORY 4 (G) CC/DVS, NO PASSES FRI, MON 1:30, 4:55; SAT - SUN 11:00, 1:30, 4:55; TUE - THURS 1:45, 4:45. TOY STORY 4 3D (G) CC/DVS, NO PASSES FRI - THURS 6:45, 9:15. CHILD’S PLAY (14A - VIOLENCE, FRIGHTENING SCENES) CC/DVS FRI - MON 4:45, 10:00. MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL (PG - COARSE LANGUAGE,VIOLENCE) CC/DVS FRI, MON 1:55, 4:20; SAT - SUN 11:10, 1:55, 4:20; TUE - THURS 12:45, 3:45. MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL 3D (PG - VIOLENCE,COARSE LANGUAGE) CC/DVS FRI - MON 7:10, 9:50; TUE - THURS 6:30, 9:30. THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 (G) CC/DVS FRI, MON 2:10, 4:40, 6:35, 9:00; SAT - SUN 11:30, 2:10, 4:40, 6:35, 9:00; TUE - THURS 2:10, 4:20, 7:30. DARK PHOENIX (PG - VIOLENCE,COARSE LANGUAGE) CC/DVS FRI, MON 1:50, 7:15; SAT SUN 11:05, 1:50, 7:15; TUE - THURS 9:50. ROCKETMAN (PG - DRUG USE, VIOLENCE, COARSE LANGUAGE, SEXUALLY SUGGESTIVE SCENES) CC/DVS FRI, MON 1:45, 4:30, 6:55, 9:50; SAT - SUN 11:10, 1:45, 4:30, 6:55, 9:50; TUE - THURS 1:15, 4:15, 7:05, 9:55. SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME (PG - COARSE LANGUAGE,VIOLENCE) NO PASSES TUE - THURS 3:55. SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME 3D (PG - COARSE LANGUAGE,VIOLENCE) NO PASSES TUE - THURS 12:50, 7:00, 10:00. ALADDIN (PG - MAY FRIGHTEN YOUNG CHILDREN,VIOLENCE) CC/DVS FRI, MON 2:00, 3:55, 7:00, 9:40; SAT - SUN 11:15, 2:00, 3:55, 7:00, 9:40; TUE - THURS 1:30, 4:30, 6:55, 9:40

THe moST Tv’S And BeeR on TAp in veRnon

Breakfast Special

back bY POPUlaR DemanD

Open at 6:30 am

For AmAzing BreAkFAsts And FuntsAtic speciAls Just For You...

BBQ riBs $ 1600 StartEr, EntrEE, SidES, dESSErt

*Ball Park BreakfasT 2 Eggs any style, 2pc Bacon or Sausage, 2pc toast and Hashbrowns $12

per person

*frieD egg sanDWich Sesame Bun, Fried Egg, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon or Ham, Lettuce/Tomato $5.99 w/ Hashbrowns $8.99

11am - 8pm pm Ends Sunday *While Quantities Last

*Also Available at The Green Pub

“It takes a lot. It’s a big, big tournament. Big, big festival,” said McGiverin, who is, “yes, ready to give ‘er.”

welcome ALL

FUNTASTIC BALL PLAYERS

To vernon & to village Green Hotel Complex

Fri

4 15” Pizza $999 8” Pizza

$1.00 Topping

8 oz House White $7 20 oz innis & Gunn $6.75 Kentucky lemonade $7

mon

sun

sAt $

800

Perogies BBQ riBs Meal

BRinG THe FAmily

½ PW

rice ings

1600

20 oz Hoegaarden $6.75 Sangria $8 5 oz House White Wine $5

closeD

tues

CAeSARS $5/$8 20 oz Budweiser $6 5 oz House Red Wine $5

Tacos

Bottle of Corona $4.50 5 oz Red Wine $5 • Mojito $8

upcoming events this weekend Fri June 28th

The ROWDY SPURS

sAt June 29th DJ’ s fROm Remix

PRODUcTiOnS

live Fri night $5 cover

778.475.8355 | 4801 - 27 Street, vernon @27StreetGrille th

no cover

778.475.8356 | 4801 - 27 Street, vernon @theGreenPubvernon www.theGreen.ca www.thegreen.ca th

Page A24 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Arts&Entertainment

CELEBRATE CANADA DAY & Our 20 Years in Business with

20-50% OFF

ORIGINAL PRICE

• Water Lilies $10 OFF • Ornaments 50% OFF • Tropical Plants 50% OFF • Pond UV’s 40% OFF • Koi Food 20% OFF • Pond Liner $0.89 Square Foot • Show Grade Koi 20% OFF • Comet Goldfish Buy 1 get 1 FREE ($4.99 value) & So Much More!

Golden Boy

Stephen Aulin, 12, has just earned a gold Community Service Award from BC Registered Music Teachers. In order to do this, he performed 174 hours of volunteer music-related community service through playing in seniors’ residences and in his church (only 60 hours are required for the gold certificate). The certificate program was developed provincially to encourage students to take their music out into the community. (Submitted)

FREE Refreshments Sale on June 29th - July 1st In-Store only

VERNON TOUR & SHUTTLE From your door, On your schedule! We’re your

Ride to the Airport!

We are a ONE STOP shop for everything you need for the pond of your dreams. Western Canada’s Premier pond destination since 1999.

Serving Vernon, Lumby, Enderby and Armstrong!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

1605 Garner Road

Corner of Garner & Hwy. 33 E. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

250.765.5641

— www.okanagankoi.com —

For truly EXPERT advice, you really must go speak to “The Koi Lady” before you start your pond project!

Call us to make your reservation!

778-692-5577

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A25

3400 - 30 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5E6 • 250-545-1361 • email: admin@vernon.ca • Agendas for Council Meetings are posted at www.vernon.ca/government-services/mayor-council/council-meetings July

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that City Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons or persons who deem their interest in property affected by the belowmentioned bylaws at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2019, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C.: 5000 20th Street Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5760, 2019 Location:

Present Zoning:

Purpose:

To rezone the property in order to allow a multi-family residential development on the site.

1030 Mt. Bulman Drive Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5761, 2019 Location:

1030 Mt. Bulman Drive (see map at right)

Legal Description: LT 2, PL KAP73749, SEC 26, TWP 9, ODYD Present Zoning:

R2 – Large Lot Residential

Proposed Zoning: Subzone – R2h Purpose:

To rezone the property in order to permit a home based business major use within the existing single family dwelling.

7235 Hitchcock Road (see map at right)

CR – Country Residential (RDNO)

Proposed Zoning: HR1 – Hillside Residential Single and Two Family

A3 – Rural Small Holdings

Proposed Zoning: RH1 – Low-Rise Apartment Residential Purpose:

Location:

Legal Description: LT A, PL 31181, SEC 18, TWP 5, ODYD

5000 – 20th Street (see map at right)

Legal Description: LT A, PL 20774, SEC 11, TWP 8, ODYD Present Zoning:

7235 Hitchcock Road Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5762, 2019

To rezone the property in order to to allow the property to be developed as part of the Foothills Neighbourhood Plan.

Enquiries relative to the above proposed bylaws should be directed to the Community Infrastructure and Development Division located at the Community Services Building, 3001 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C. or by calling 250-550-3634. Copies of the bylaws and relevant background documents are available for inspection during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays) from June 28 to July 8, 2019. Any correspondence relating to these applications can be delivered to the Corporate Officer, City of Vernon, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 or by sending an email to PHearings@vernon.ca. All correspondence and petitions received between June 28, 2019 (the date of notification) and 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2019 shall be copied and circulated to the members of City Council for consideration before the Public Hearing. Any submissions received after 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2019 will not be accepted. Correspondence and emails must include your name and civic address. You may present your verbal submissions and speaking notes at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may appoint an agent to act on your behalf. NO REPRESENTATION WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Saving water is easy! Fix leaky toilets, drippy faucets and other water wasters.

Please recycle this newspaper.

Page A26 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Community Calendar June 28 Turkey Dinner @ the Elks Lodge 3103 30th St. Join us Friday, June 28 for our homecooked turkey dinner with all the trimmings, dessert and coffee for only $13. Doors and lounge open at 4:30, dinner at 6 p.m. Following dinner we have a Mini Meat Draw & 50/50. All proceeds go to children & charities in Vernon. Reservations recommended. Please call Moe at 250558-0876 for a seat. June 29 A Blooming Good Time The Enderby and District Garden Club invites the public on a self-guided tour of 12 gardens on Saturday, June 29 from 10

a.m. - 3 p.m. The cost is $15. Cash or cheque only please. Passports are for sale at The Courtyard Gallery in Enderby, Shepherd’s Outdoor Living in Armstrong and Nico’s Nurseryland in Salmon Arm. Passports will be available for purchase at The Courtyard Gallery until 11 a.m. on June 29. When you purchase your passport, be sure to print your name and phone number on the provided form, beside your passport number. Join us at the Courtyard at 9:30 a.m. and watch local artists do their magic in ‘en plein air,’ which is the act of painting outdoors. These paintings will be

4144 Spallumcheen Way Spallumcheen, BC V0E 1B6

donated by the artists and anyone, who has purchased a passport, will be eligible for the draws to win a painting to be collected at the end of the day. Cherryville Museum & Pancake Breakfast Museum opens for the season with a Pancake Breakfast on June 29, Saturday, 9 - 11 a.m. On site at the Gold Panner Campground. Trinity United Church Garage Sale 3300 Alexis Park Dr. Saturday, June 29, from 9 a.m.-12 noon. Lots of goodies! Okanagan 24 Canada’s highest 24-hour mountain bike race at SilverStar Mountain Resort June 29-30. Four-hour solo race

Tel: 250-546-3013 Fax: 250-546-8878 Toll Free: 1-866-546-3013

Email: mail@spallumcheentwp.bc.ca Website: www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca

PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTIONS AND GRANTS-IN-AID In accordance with the Township of Spallumcheen’s Tax Exemption Policy and Grants-In-Aid Policy, applications for permissive tax exemptions and/ or grants-in-aid from not-for-profit organizations for the 2020 taxation year must be received by July 31st, 2019. Copies of the policies and application parameters, including reporting requirements, are available on the Township’s website at www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca. Telephone inquiries should be directed to the undersigned at (250) 546-3013. Deb Clipperton Chief Financial Officer

option also available. Register before midnight on Friday, June 28 at okanagan24.com July 1 Prescription for Health Walk, Roll and Run hosted by the Lumby and District Health Services Society. Family fun event. Participants have a choice of a 1 km walk/ roll, 3 km walk/run or a 5 km run. There will be a silent auction, complimentary lunch and great prizes! Online registration & information at www. lumbyhealthcentre. org or call 250-5479741 for a registration form. Event goes July 1, registration begins at 8 a.m., race begins at 8:30 from the White Valley Community Centre, 2250 Shields Ave. Canada Day @ The Vernon Farmers Market @ Kal Tire Place, 3445 43 Ave. Monday, July 1, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Featuring entertainment by The Porch Pickers. Join us in singing Oh Canada at noon sharp. Free useable shopping bag @ 10 a.m., while quantities last. Check us out on Facebook for a chance to win Market Bucks, Children’s Activities, Festive Decorations, Live Alpaca Display. Plus everything you love about the Market! Fresh

4-H moves into ipe grounds

The Okanagan Stock Show gets underway in Armstrong at the IPE grounds Tuesday, July 2, with opening ceremonies at 7 p.m., judging July 3, fitting competitions and female classes July 4, showmanship and more classes, awards and dance July 5 and then the public is invited to the Buyers Breakfast July 6 at 8 a.m., followed by the parade of champions and the 10 a.m. beef sale. (Photo - Lindsay Bartko) Fruits & Veggies, Artisanal treats, Delicious Baking, Eggs, Wine and more. Canada Day Pancake Breakfast in Armstrong’s Memorial Park. Len Wood Middle School PAC serving to raise funds for the new playground. July 2 MacKenzie Camp on beautiful Mabel Lake, is getting ready for another great summer. This year there are nine camps altogether, for kids and youth aged 8 through 17, running

July 2 through Aug. 17. Each camp is a great way to “unplug” and spend a week at swimming, archery, hiking, canoeing, and playing wild and crazy games. To register, visit mackenziecamp.ca. Dancing in the Park every Tuesday evening until the end of July for those interested in learning a simple square dance. It’s free to try it out. Accomplished dancers start at 7. Free classes start around 8. Come early to watch and enjoy.

LIFE FACE OF CANCER IN THE

We all have a story to tell and no matter who you are – a mother, a son, a best friend – cancer will change your life forever. But with research, we can change the story and help Canadians affected by cancer to live their lives to the fullest.

ERIC McCORMACK Stand Up To Cancer Canada Ambassador

Join Stand Up To Cancer Canada and the Canadian Cancer Society to learn more about the groundbreaking research and clinical trials that translate into life-saving treatments that may help you or your loved ones.

TOGETHER, WE CAN CHANGE THE FACE OF CANCER. Visit StandUpToCancer.ca/CCS to learn more.

Photo ANDREW ECCLES

Stand Up To Cancer Canada is a Canadian Registered Charity (Reg. # 80550 6730 RR0001). Stand Up To Cancer and the design trademarks are trademarks of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, used under license.

Bring your friends and come as you are. Come once or come to all. Bring your own lawn chair if you plan to set awhile. For info: Darlene 778-930-0655. Georgettes Shop storewide half price Spring Clothing Sale July 2-12 . Your purchase support a local Canadian Mental Health Association programs. Thank you! Open 10–5 Mon-Fri, 9-4 Sat. 3100 28 Ave. Located behind Sir Winstons Pub. Look for the maps on the roadwork fences. East Hill Community Church (3605 12th Street) will be running a free Youth Program for students ages 11-17 throughout the month of July. It will run Tuesday evenings, Thursday afternoons, and Saturday evenings starting July 2. Come play games, eat snacks, hangout,

and spend time with friends. Some activities include slip & slide baseball, beach days, movie nights, and a world cup soccer tournament. Everyone welcome. Please call 250-540-8027 or email easthillcommunitysummeryouth@ gmail.com for exact times and more information. July 3 Women’s Group at The Centre for Spiritual Living the first and third Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m. This group is a safe, confidential place for women to share their worries, joys and concerns. With feedback from other women, the mastermind concept exposes truths and solutions. Facilitated by Suellen McCumber, an intern spiritual mind practitioner at The Centre. By donation.

Vernon’s shade experts

CLIFFORD AUTOMOTIVE

Book Your FREE Consultation Now!

250-542-6068

#2902 - 45 Avenue, Vernon BC 778.475.2702

Screens, Awnings, Repairs & More www.vernonawning.com

CLIFF & DIANE SMITH

3000 - 43rd Ave.

BCAA Approved Repair Centre

•

General Repairs

•

Oil Changes & Maintenance

•

Service for ALL Makes and Models

•

Ford Trained Technician

•

Electronic Specialists

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A27

News

Elks Lodge ready to host city’s first Ribfest Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

Vernon, get ready for a ribbing. The first ever Vernon Ribfest, hosted by the Vernon Elks Lodge, runs July 5 to 7 at the Vernon Curling Club and Centennial Outdoor Rink. “We are so excited, we’ve been wanting to do this for a number of years,” said event co-coordinator Elaine Gallacher, helped out with the organizing by Elks Club member Maureen Sather. “The response we’ve had so far has been absolutely positive and amazing.” The event will run Friday, July 5, from 4 to 9 p.m., Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July 7, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. both days. Admission is a recommended minimum $2 donation. Enter through the Vernon Curling Club. A free shuttle service will be offered from Kal Tire Place to help alleviate parking concerns, as organizers are anticipating having 10,000 people come through the doors. The shuttle runs a half-hour prior to opening times and through until the end of the night.

Four professional Canadian champion ribbers will be on hand to serve their specialty, which includes beef and pork ribs. There will also be brisket and barbecue chicken available for more lip-smacking, sauce-flowing food greatness. A ribber is a type of chef that specializes in preparing grilled foods. A ribber most often works with meat, his or her job can also involve working with a wide variety of other foods and vegetables. A ribber’s job requires highly specialized culinary training. There will also be a media ribber competition Saturday, July 6, at 12 p.m. Local media sponsors will provide their own special recipe for a barbecue sauce to compete with, and during the competition, they barbecue ribs that are judged by the professional ribbers. The winner receives a trophy and bragging rights. To complement the ribs, local vendors will be on hand selling hamburgers, hot dogs, lemonade and ice cream. There will be an adult beverage sec-

tion as well as an interactive Kids Zone featuring activities for children and teenagers. “We’re going to have an area for groups that reserve a table for eight or more,” said Gallacher. “When you reserve a time and table, you

festival. “All vendors are aware and are putting together a birthday dessert package for eight or more, including doughnuts, shaved ice, ice cream,” said Gallacher. Each night, a local classic rock band will take the stage to en-

tertain Ribfest goers. Slated to perform are The Keys (Friday), Still Munro (Saturday) and Timbre Wolves (Sunday). Ribfest volunteers are still needed. To help out, call Gallacher direct at 250540-7476 or leave a message at the Elks

Club (250-549-1883). The Vernon Elks Lodge is using Ribfest as a tune-up for 2020, when the event will return to coincide with the club’s 100th year of operation, with special activities planned to help celebrate a century of community service.

The Elks Lodge returns about $30,000 annually to various groups and organization in the community. For information on Vernon Ribfest or to reserve a table, you can e-mail elaine@ vernonribfest.ca or call 250-549-1883.

The Board of Education of School District No. 22 gratefully acknowledges the following donors for their scholarship contributions to the graduating class of 2019. Scholarships were awarded in the amount of $244,560.00. Your continued support and generosity are greatly appreciated. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

The first Vernon Ribfest, like the ones in Penticton and Kelowna (above), will be hosted by the Venron Elks Lodge and run July 5-7 at the Vernon Curling Club and Centennial Outdoor Rink. (Black Press - file photo)

will receive special access to the building to make things easier. This is perfect for seniors groups or a group of friends.” The Elks Lodge is also encouraging people celebrating birthdays during Ribfest to reserve and celebrate at the

• • • •

A&W (Plaza Ventures) Ailsa Edge Memorial Scholarship Al Druskin Anne Lewynsky Forestry Scholarship Anonymous - Female Athlete Integrity Award Anonymous - Fulton Humanities Scholarship Archibald McKellar MacMechan Language Proficiency Prize Armstrong Regional Cooperative Army Navy Air Force Veterans in Canada, Ladies Auxiliary Unit #5 Ashley Maile Memorial Bill Grahn & Family Bradley Haslam Memorial Scholarship Cam Jammers Car Club Canadian Royal Purple Society Vernon Lodge #123 Charles Bloom PAC Charles Bloom Secondary Staff Charles Stewart Science Award Cherryville Community Club Cherryville Elementary Parent Advisory Committee Chrysta Cleverley - Jiminy Crickets Clarence Fulton Secondary Clarence Fulton Secondary School Staff Clarence Fulton Secondary School Student Leadership Class of ‘69 Coldstream Fire Department #1 Coldstream Parent Advisory Committee Coldstream Women’s Institute Community Foundation of the North Okanagan CUPE Local 5523 CUPE Local 626 (Vernon Civic Employees) David Jones Memorial Drama Fund David McKay Memorial Scholarship Davis Family Debra Russell Detinna Gendall Deuling & Company

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Don & Shelley Isaac Dorothy Graham Music Bursary Dr Eric J. Brisco Dr. Paula Winsor-Lee Dr. Vic Demetrick Memorial Edelweiss Society ESC Corporate Services Ltd. Foord Family Foundation Fraternal Order of Eagles Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies’ Auxiliary Funtastic Sports Society Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd Greater Vernon Alumni Basketball (GVAB) Harris & Company LLP Herb LaFontaine Memorial Scholarship Fund HI Masters In Honour of Cliff & Lillian Kanester J.W. Inglis Parent Advisory Committee Jeff Thorlakson Memorial Jim & Elizabeth Kidston Memorial Joel Balfour Memorial Junior Chamber International Vernon JW Inglis Staff Committee KAL RATS Kalamalka Rotary Club Kalamalka Secondary Kalamalka Secondary Cafeteria Kalamalka Secondary Leadership Kalamalka Secondary Parent Advisory Council Kalamalka Secondary School Staff Kara Hintz Memorial Karen Bedard Memorial Kerry Palmer Bursary Kidston Parent Advisory Council Kiki Gardens Restaurant Klaus & Elisabeth Uhle Award Knights of Columbus (St James Council No 4949) Knights of Columbus (St Teresa Council No 12202) Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion #167 Lansdowne Chapter #72, Order of the Eastern Star

• Lavington Parent Advisory Committee • Lavington Volunteer Fire Dept. • Law firm of Nixon Wenger • Leah Dayboll Memorial • Leslie Carre Memorial • Liza Wolfe • Luke Maygard / Ron Sedge • Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce • Lumby & District Minor Hockey • Lumby & District Public Market • Lumby & District Wildlife Association • Lumby Firefighters Association • Lumby Funtastic Society • Lumby Lions Club • Lumby Pharmacy • Lumby Pythian Sisters • Lumby Super A Foods • Lumby Tirecraft • Lumby Women’s Institute • Lumby/Mabel Lake Snowmobile Association • Mabel Lake Community Club • Mackie Lake House Foundation • Marc-Andre Bourdon Memorial • Marika Kirchpfennig • Maxine Harrop • Miriam Lodge #20 • Mission Hill Elementary PAC • Monashee 50+ Club (Lumby OAP #117) • Monashee Arts Council • Mountain West Studios • Mrs. Margit Schratter • Nadia Darkazanli & Paul Addington • North Okanagan Optimist Club • North Okanagan Zone Realtor Executive • Okanagan Learning Foundation • Open Door • Our Lady of Valley Catholic Women’s League • Pat & Gladys Duke Scholarship • Pauline Legg Scholarship • Peter Isman Memorial • Randy Toop Bursary • Reay O’Rourke Memorial

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Reynold Mazu Jr. Ron Hlady Memorial Rossworn Henderson LLP Rotary Club of Vernon Royal Canadian Legion #167 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25, Vernon SD #22 Trust Fund Silver Star Parent Advisory Council Silver Star Rotary Smith Family Memorial St. James Catholic Women’s League Sydney Frederick Ward Memorial Teens Count Too The Creative Chaos Society The Young Athletic Foundation Thomas Pool Tolko Industries Ltd. Vancouver Foundation VantageOne Credit Union Vardon Family Vernon Automobile Dealers Vernon Community Singers Molly Boyd Vernon Dental Association Vernon Farmers’ Market Vernon Figure Skating Club Vernon Fish & Game Club Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary Vernon Principals & Vice-Principals Association Vernon Retired Teachers Association Vernon Secondary Alumni Vernon Secondary PAC Vernon Secondary School Staff Vernon Seniors Br.6 BCOAPO Vernon Teachers’ Association Vernon Welsh Society Village of Lumby VJH Medical Staff W. L. Seaton Drama W. L.Seaton Stafff W.L. Seaton PAC W.L. Seaton Rotary Club Wade Davis We Care Home Health Services Wm. L. Seaton/Kin Memorial Award

Page A28 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Worship guide to local services

10 am Service – Intern Katie “Little Lambs”

Contemporary Mix Worship Care Groups for All www.TheLandingVernon www.thelandingvernon.com

OPEN VALLEY COWBOY CHURCH All are welcome at the Head of the Lake Hall Sunday, June 30, 2019 @ 6:30PM Speaker: Fred Cardinal Fred & Christina Cardinal Music: Christina Cardinal Pastor 250-546-2449 or 250-306-8959

250 542 8011 5871 OK Landing Rd

10am Sunday Service Randy Hamm

“Nehemiah – Renew, Repair, Restore”

Everyone is welcome! 1406 32 Avenue 250.542.0128 www.firstbaptistvernon.net

A community learning to love like Jesus Sunday Family Worship 10 AM Rev. Robin Jacobson

3300 Alexis Park Dr | 250-545-0797 | trinityvernon.ca

3412 - 15 Avenue Vernon BC V1T 6N9 t: 250-545-5941 f: 250-545-5117

www.rccv.org • 250.542.1276 • stjameschurch1@shaw.ca

VERNON ALLIANCE CHURCH 2601 - 43rd Avenue 250-545-7105 www.vernonalliance.org Saturday 6:30pm & Sunday 10am

Stuart McKnight Mephibosheth All are Welcome “Helping People Discover Jesus Christ & Become His Followers”

Sunday: 9am & 11am Speaker: Pastor Dave Bunn Isaiah 6:1-8

www.vcfvernon.ca

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

Coffee fellowship in gym between services Pre-School program at both services www.emmanuelvernon.ca

For information on advertising in the Church Directory, please call Sabrina at 250-550-7926 or email her at sabrina.leduc@vernonmorningstar.com

“Let integrity and uprightness distinguish all thine acts.”

The Baha’i Faith bahaisofvernonbc@gmail.com www.bahai.org

Come join us in prayer!

Vernon Christian Fellowship

10:00 AM

FAMILY WORSHIP Speaker: Teen Challenge Weekly Fellowships & Youth

4506 - 29 St. th

(behind the former Canadian tire building)

250-545-2927

Pastor Charlie Whitley

A church for the whole fAmily

Sunday Morning Service @ 10am

for children & Adults Mid week programs for all ages including JR & SR Youth

evangelical free church of canada

5661 Silver Star Road (250) 549-3095 www.gbcvernon.ca

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A29

News TALKING ABOUT CANNABIS CAN GO MANY WAYS PRACTICEKIDS.CA

Canada Day volunteer Bronwyn Frost hopes you win VIP tickets to the Craftsman Collision 2019 Canada Day Fireworks at Kin Beach on July 1. (Submitted)

Spectacular Canada Day fireworks planned Roger Knox Morning Star Staff

Craftsman Collision in Vernon will draw the last of its lucky Canada Day fireworks VIP ticket winners at Polson Park celebrations Monday. Look for the Craftsman Collision tent near the bandshell and enter your name in the specially marked draw box. Winners will be announced at the park at 3 p.m. For the fourth straight year, B.C.’s largest collision repair chain will be the title sponsor of the Canada Day fireworks in Vernon. The fireworks display will follow a day of free family fun at Polson Park, where there will be lots of entertainment and activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organizer promise a spectacular grand finale to the July 1 Canada Day celebrationsat Okanagan Lake’s Kin Beach. Just before sunset, there will be a special flyover by local aerobatic planes that will make several passes over Kin Beach. The fireworks, weather permitting, will start at 10:30 p.m., set off from barges on Okanagan Lake, and

will be musically choreographed with a simulcast on 107.5 Beach Radio (must be a direct FM radio reception rather than cell phone or other online play).

Fireworks vantage points will include Kin Beach, Paddlewheel Park, Bench Row Road, Bella Vista and Lakeshore roads. Additional parking will

ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE

TO WIN! Go to Hawaii.com to start submitting contest entries. Earn more points on Hawaii. com for more chances to win.

be available at Marshall Field, which is a short walk from the Lakeshore Road viewing area. Volunteer cleanup is scheduled for the fol-

lowing morning with Vernon Yacht Club and area volunteers. Innerspace Diving will cleanup sunken debris in the lake following the show.

ALASKA AIRLINES

Round-trip air travel for two to Kauai, Hawaii

GRAND HYATT KAUAI RESORT & SPA 3 nights run-of-house accommodations

KAUAI ATV & KOLOA ZIPLINE

Two (2) gift cards for Kauai ATV Waterfall Tour

KUKUI GROVE $200 gift card

KAUAI COFFEE COMPANY Two (2) tickets for new tram tour

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR 4-day car rental

Your complete source for island travel.

No purchase necessary. Must be 21+ years old to enter. Entries accepted at Hawaii.com until August 12, 2019, 11:59pm Multiple participants are not permitted to share the same email address. Any use of robotic, repetitive, automatic, programmed or similar entry methods or agents will void all entries by you. Employees (and their immediate families) of Oahu Publications, Inc. (Hawaii.com) and all participating sponsors are not eligible. Winner will be responsible for all taxes applicable to the total value of the prize(s) received. Prize(s) are non-transferable, not redeemable for cash and must not be used for re–sale. Prize(s) are for travel, accommodations and vouchers during specified dates only. Prize(s) expire approximately one year from the entry deadline. Winner will refer to the prize vouchers for complete details, terms and restrictions. If the winner has any issue with the prize or is not able to redeem the prize(s) as specified they must forfeit the prize and another winner will be drawn. Changes or extensions will not be made by Hawaii.com. Winner authorizes OPI to use their name and likeness for promotion at no additional compensation. Winner will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Page Friday, June 28, 2019 A30 A30 www.vernonmorningstar.com

GIGLIUK, George Died June 1st, 2019 at the age of 91. Born near Vegreville, Alberta George moved to Vernon as a child. After graduating grade 12 he worked as a printer in the newspaper business in Vernon, Revelstoke, Armstrong and again in Vernon. In 1954 George married Dorthy Schultz (mother of Bob, Alfred and Babs), who also worked in the back shop at the Revelstoke Review. George and Dot moved to Armstrong in 1967 and to Vernon in 1972. Prior to Dotâ€™s death on June 7, 2007 they travelled extensively together and with friends, and volunteered for a variety of groups including the Okanagan Symphony Society and the Schubert Centre. There will not be a memorial service.

Agnes (Aggie) Lewis

Vernon Morning Star

Celebration of life

Margaret Coates

Friday, June 28,www.vernonmorningstar.com 2019 The Morning Star

ELEL^EPHMb Bh_EU MEV

1926 - 2018

Margaret (nĂŠe IstvanďŹ€y) lived many happy years in Irricana, AB, Calgary, Nelson, BanďŹ€, Revelstoke, Whitehorse, Tsawwassen, and lastly in Vernon, where she moved in 1995. Remembering her life are her three children, Janice Mori (Terry Mori), Ken Coates (Carin Holroyd) and Colin Coates (Megan Davies), her nine grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. Her beloved husband, Richard Coates, predeceased her in 1995. In Vernon, she volunteered with the Arthritis Society, the IODE, the Vernon Japanese Cultural Centre, and All Saints Anglican Church. A celebration of the life of Margaret Coates will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2019, at 2.00 pm at the Japanese Cultural Centre, 4895 Bella Vista Rd.

Place your condolences online. (Visit your local newspaper website, obituary page)

CUSTOM HEADSTONES MADE IN VERNON.

ON-SITE ADDITIONS, RESTORATION AND CLEANING SERVICE

SHOWROOM OPEN DAILY ON KAL LAKE RD.

www.caufieldsengraving.com

ph: 250 542. 6293. 100 KAL LAKE RD. #26 Vernon

All friends and family are welcome.

Vivian Helen (Viv) Kowal (nee Dye)

Agnes (Aggie) Lewis, 87, of Vernon, BC passed away on June 16, 2019 Our Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother and Auntie will be incredibly missed. Not only by family, but by her many friends. Mom was born in Waymark Saskatchewan August 28, 1931 to her Mother Maria (nee Regier) and her Father, Isaac Peters. She graduated from High School in Chilliwack, BC. From there she travelled with 4 of her close friends to Lake Louise. After much fun of working and socializing she met her husband Arthur Roland Lewis. They married in Calgary Alberta and raised two children, Roland Bradley and Patricia Allison. Mom leaves as her legacy her two children, Patti and husband Gene Anderson, Brad and wife Cathy Lewis. Four grandchildren, Ashleigh Lewis, Ryan (Leesa) McCulloch, Sean McCulloch (Anastasia), Lani Nerilli (Gianluigi) Her great grandchildren, Caelan and Ava McCulloch, William McCulloch and George and Mack Nerilli. Step grandchildren Rob and Elyse Fortin, Olivia and Eric Anderson. Mom was preceded by her Father and Mother, her brother Len, her sisters, Mary, Anne and Edna. Aggie (Mom) worked for School District 22 in Vernon, BC. Her many years at Mission Hill School until her retirement at age 60 was a passion for her. Teachers, Principals, students, knew and cherished her. The students aged kindergarten to Grade 7 knew Mom as Mrs. Lewis. Mom knew all of the students by their ďŹ rst and last names. The children loved her and this was reciprocated. Mom was an avid Bowler, Lawn Bowler, Badminton player in Vernon. Mom so loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mack, her latest great grandchild was born in April 2019 to her granddaughter and husband Lani and Gianluigi. Mom was ecstatic to hold another precious baby in her arms. Her great grandchildren knew Mom as â€œGee Geeâ€?. Mom was passionate about fairness, and the best conďŹ dante one could hope to have. She is missed dearly, and the emptiness that is left behind makes one wonder if it could possibly get easier without her. So many memories of her kindness, sense of humor and love. We were blessed to have her in our lives. Thank you Dr. Pienaar & staďŹ€, Dr Allen and Dr. Smith of Vernon Jubilee Hospital. Thank you to Dr. Dale Henry and staďŹ€ for the care and kindness that you showed my Mom through all of the years. Thank you to Meghan 2nd ďŹ‚oor of VJH for showing so much compassion and care for Mom. Thank you to the staďŹ€ at the Hamlets. You were so special to Mom. Thank you to the special friendships that Mom found at Polson before moving to the Hamlets. A Celebration of Moms life will be held at Vernon Lawn Bowling Club House on July 12, 2019 from 6:00 â€“ 8:30pm The family requests that any expressions of sympathy be made to The Vernon Womanâ€™s Transition House in lieu of ďŹ‚owers.

On June 22nd, 2019 surrounded by her family, Viv passed away peacefully at Noric House in Vernon, B.C. Viv was born on November 4th, 1933 in Bashaw, Alberta and moved to Vernon, B.C. with her family at the age of 11. She married her husband Ernie in 1961 and had two children, Sue and Tom. Viv was an avid sports fan and had a wicked right arm which she successfully used to throw strikes in the bowling alley as well as on the pitcherâ€™s mound for over 20 years, helping her fast pitch team make it to the provincial tournament multiple times. After her outstanding sports career was over, Viv dedicated countless hours fundraising and manning the concession stand for Minor Hockey and Minor Ball while her husband Ernie coached. Viv never met a stranger and welcomed everyone into her life with respect and love. She was a great storyteller, sharing stories of her life as a young girl in Bashaw and riding horses to and from school. She always had a smile on her face and possessed a laugh that warmed your heart. She was tough as nails and never uttered a complaint, even when things werenâ€™t going so well. She was constantly taking care of others, feeding everyone who came into her home and was a skilled seamstress, mending worn out clothing and making baby clothes for her loved ones. When she was young, Viv worked in the office at Noca Dairy. After Sue was born, she worked from home so she could spend more time with her kids, and kept books for Ernieâ€™s Esso. She retired after 20 plus years as a payroll specialist at Home Support in Vernon. Viv is survived by her children, Sue (Norm) Morin and Tom (Alaine) Kowal; six grandchildren, Jarrett, Troy, Jenni, Mackenzie, Ben and Reagan; two brothers-in-laws, Allan Kowal and David (Judy) Kowal; as well as her nieces, nephews and their families, all of whom meant the world to her. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Ernie; her parents, George and Pauline Dye; three brothers, Vern Dye, George Dye and Len Dye; and two sisters-in-law, Joyce Dye and Bev Kowal. Vivâ€™s family would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to Dr. Waldron and Dr. Butters for their amazing, constant and benevolent healthcare and to the entire staff at Noric House for their loving and compassionate support of Viv and her family. The Funeral Service will be held at Bethel Funeral Chapel on Friday, June 28th, 2019 at 11:30 A.M. with Pastor Dithmar Molzahn officiating. A Reception will follow in the Bethel Tea Room and at the conclusion of the Reception, Viv will be taken to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery where she will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband Ernie. Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187

Chďż˝ďż˝h yďż˝ tďż˝e

Togethďż˝ PALMER, Cari Lynn February 16, 1972 â€“ June 23, 2019 We are saddened to announce that after a lengthy battle with cancer, Cari Lynn Palmer peacefully passed away on June 23, 2019 at the Hospice House in Vernon, BC, at the young age of 47 years, while surrounded by her loving family. Cari is survived by her loving partner; Martin Zikmund, dad and step-mother; Charlie and Carol Palmer, mother; Deb Neville, daughters; Kristina and Taylor Palmer, siblings; Tara (Will) Winston, Mike Neville and Krista McCarthy. A private celebration was held for Cari. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the familyâ€™s on-line obituary @ www.MyAlternatives.ca Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES ÂŽ Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-5467237

www.vernonmorningstar.com The Morning Star Friday, June 28, 2019

Friday, June 28, 2019 PageA31 A31 www.vernonmorningstar.com

Vernon Morning Star

David Isaac

ELEL^EPHMb Bh_EU MEV

Place your condolences online.

(Visit your local newspaper website, obituary page)

NAPIER, Monique Diane

It is with sweet sorrow that we announce the commemoration for the passing of David Sol Isaac. On July 2nd, 2018 David was traveling the Trans-Canada Highway on his motorcycle near The Last Spike in Craigellachie. Through quiet darkness of the night Jesus took David by the hand to ask if he would like to return home; David answered, â€œI will goâ€?. Family and friends joined together on July 7th 2018 to honour his passing. The funeral service was held at the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Salmon Arm, B.C., with oďŹƒciants Jerry Isaac, Gary Mininger, Bev Toews and Tim Buck. Internment was at CliďŹ€side Cemetery in Enderby, B.C., under the watchful eye of a lone eagle. A special thanks to the anonymous procession of motorcycles that led the drive of David to his interment. The combined thunder of their engines trumpeted Davidâ€™s arrival to his ďŹ nal resting place, and as the sun broke through the clouds in that moment, as the eagle circled above, all knew David was smiling. If you have not hugged a biker yet today, please do so. David Sol Isaac was born on March 19th, 1981 to Fred and Iris Reimer Isaac in Salmon Arm, B.C. His passing occurred July 2nd, 2018, at 37 years of age, while traveling to his family in the Okanagan. David spent his early childhood in the Okanagan, B.C. area and attended Gardom Lake Christian School where he made quick and strong friendships with his peers. So often the catalyst to many a story usually centered around David and some form of mischief. Today these stories live on as legend evoking many tears of laughter shared by all. David resided for a brief time in Abbotsford, B.C. and his ďŹ nal years with his little daughters in Neilburg, Saskatchewan. David was an incredibly dynamic, charismatic, and spirited soul who had a special gift he secretly shared with us all: the ability to create a special club with everyone he met that no one else knew about. It has its own secret handshake, aspirations, dreams, stories, and most of all contained incredible loyalty. David gave his heart to God at the young age of 10 years; being baptized into the Church of God in Christ Mennonite in January 28th 1992. Through the darkest days David was able to see his light showing the way home. Those who knew David best understood his love for Jesus. David made you feel like only you and he existed inside a world that was uniquely your own, and while you knew he had this same eďŹ€ect with everyone, yours was special. This is how he wanted it. Davidâ€™s gift was his loving way and how he inspired us to ďŹ nd our inner greatness. Friend to everyone, he gave his love with all he had, and in doing so David touched so many lives. He gave freely with a compassionate heart for those who struggled, so often he provided for another, giving more away than what was left for himself. Blessed are those to have known this gentle warrior. David enjoyed the outdoors and had a natural connection with horses. He could sense their thoughts and committed great discipline to their training. David believed that horses always told the truth, which made his relationship with them a sacred one of trust and loyalty. Perhaps this is how he chose to relate to people, and how he hoped people would relate to him. Having a love for Amanda that continued beyond their marital separation, David felt strongly blessed for her Mothering of his children, Autumn and Jasmine, and held a place in his heart for his family that always guided his compass to True North. Davidâ€™s hands were extensions of his spirit: strong enough to build the most innovative creations, sure enough to tame the wildest of horse, and soft enough to wipe the most tender of tear from his daughtersâ€™ cheek. A gifted mechanic and ďŹ xer of all things broken, David worked at Cervus Equipment Peterbilt and was enrolled in the Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprenticeship to begin Fall of 2018. Surviving David are his two daughters: Autumn Destiny (10 years) and Jasmine Elise (8 years), Neilburg, Saskatchewan; parents: Fred and Iris Reimer Isaac, Fountain Run, Kentucky; siblings: Sonya and Garold Hibner, Fountain Run, Kentucky; Rick and Natalie Isaac, Red Deer, Alberta; Kimberley and Eric Clark, Kelowna, B.C.; Shannon and Wilson Lopez, Calgary, Alberta; nieces and nephews and a multitude of friends. Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Sol and Margareth Hiebert Isaac; uncle Irvin Isaac, auntie Beulah Isaac; uncle Arvid Forsberg; uncle Leroy Thiessen; grandparents Henry and Ida Schartner Reimer; uncle Roger Reimer; uncle Rueben Reimer. The Isaac family extends their deepest gratitude to the many people who attended Davidâ€™s service, to those who served and hosted the attendees, to the many who reached out over the past year to share their memories of David, and to all those whose lives shared an experience with his. Online condolences may be sent to Davidâ€™s family through his obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

Nov. 18, 1979 - June 16, 2019 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Monique on June 16th at her home in Squamish. She lived her life to the fullest for 39 years and courageously battled brain cancer for the past six years. Monique was a graphic artist and a well known photographer in the Sea to Sky area. She generously donated her time to the West Coast Railway Heritage Museum and fundraised for cancer research. Monique spread her love, light and laughter to everyone she met and will be forever missed by her husband Scott, her children Kyle, 8, and Sylvie, 5, her parents Mike and Diane McGuigan, her sister Nicole Graham, her mother and father in law Mary and Jamie Napier, her sister in law Katie Barton as well as many other close family and friends. The celebration of life will be Saturday July 13 from 1 to 3pm at the West Coast Railway Heritage Centre. Donations may be made in Moniqueâ€™s memory to the BC Cancer Foundation.

In Memoriam

Lloyd Everett Klein December 1, 1947 - July 1, 2018

Lloyd we want you to know how grateful we are that you gave us the best years of your life. We bless the 47 years of your love and memories. They are all very much alive in our thoughts and hearts. Our grief is comforted by Trust and we feel your love all around us. Thank you for the love, joy, happiness and laughter that you shared with your family, friends & community. It takes courage for us to mourn as well as we loved, not easy. May your eternal journey be one of Peace, Love & Wisdom. Your loving wife Wendy and daughter Raegan hold you deeply in our hearts.

In life I loved you dearly In death I love you still; In my heart you hold a place No one else could ever fill.

Place a loved oneâ€™s Memoriam or Obituary

2ELWXDULHĹ?

Honour DQÄ? VKDUÄ’ WKÄ’ PHPRUĹ™ RI Äƒ ORYHÄ? RQÄ’

Place an announcement in the classifieds.

You can place a loved oneâ€™s in memoriam or obituary in one of our BC award winning newspapers... Call our Classified Centre at:

1.866.865.4460

Page Friday, June 28, 2019 A32 A32 www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28,www.vernonmorningstar.com 2019 The Morning Star

Vernon Morning Star

BCClassifieds.com

ONLINE bcclassifieds@blackpress.ca IN PRINT 1.866.865.4460

...in your community, online and in print

Announcements

Employment

Merchandise for Sale

Personals

Education/Trade Schools

Help Wanted

Building Supplies

Fruit & Vegetables

Furniture

Misc. for Sale

Hostess/Cashier

STEEL BUILDING SALE...â€?MEGA MADNESS SALE - BIG CRAZY DEALS ON ALL BUILDINGS!â€?20X21 $5,868. 25X27 $6,629. 30X31 $8,886. 32X35 $9,286. 35X35 $12,576. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036. www.pioneersteel.ca

Gentlemenâ€™s Leisure Vernon, escorts. Hiring. 250-572-5580 If you want to drink, thatâ€™s your business. If you want to stop, thatâ€™s ours. Alcoholics Anonymous 250-545-4933 vernonaa.org

Employment Business Opportunities

APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline June 30, 2019 Send applications to fbula@langara.ca. Details at https:// langara.ca/ programs-and-courses/ programs/journalism/ scholarships.html

Help Wanted F/T General Labourers

North Enderby Timber is looking to hire general laborers for full-time employment. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package. Please email resume to netimber@junction.net

Career Opportunities

CertiďŹ ed Dental Assistant The North Okanagan Orthodontic Clinic is looking for a CDA to join their team. Orthodontic module preferred but not required. Please email resume to doctor@kersey orthodontics.com

Veterinary Receptionist

Our busy veterinary clinic in Vernon, BC requires a full - time, mature individual to assist with client services & reception duties. Duties will include: booking appointments, directing inquiries within the practice, invoicing and client communications. This position is permanant full - time, available immediately. Apply by email: reception@Creekside AnimalClinic.com

Conveniently PLACE YOUR AD ONLINE

IN YOUR PAJAMAS

eds.com

1.866.865.4460

Full Time Mechanic Wages competitive and dependant on experience. Lumby, BC Please call Hank: 250-308-4337 or e-mail: lumby@oktire.com

General Labourers Full-time required for

Colonial Farms

Excellent starting wage, must be in good physical condition & very reliable. Please drop resumes to: 3830 Okanagan St, Armstrong, BC. from 9am - 2pm, Mon - Fri. Or Call: 250.546.3008

Armstrong

P/T, evenings on weekends, occasionally weekdays. Will assist in obtaining Serving it Right. Minimum wage + tips Submit resume in person:

Great Wall Restaurant 2545 Pleasant Valley Rd, Armstrong, BC

Line Cooks

Planerman

Planerman required for North Okanagan Sawmill. We offer competitive wages and benefit package as well as the opportunity to live in one of BCâ€™s most beautiful areas. Please email resume: netimber@junction.net

Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932

Career Opportunities

Work Wanted ******1 Vernonâ€™s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449

Services Medical Health GET UP TO $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. Have a child under 18 instantly receive more money. CALL BRITISH COLUMBIA BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550 OR Send a Text Message with Your Name and Mailing Address to (604) 739-5600 For Your FREE benefits package.

Cleaning Services Cleaning Concepts Residential house & office cleaning. 250-241-7379

Moving & Storage

Michael brook golf club requires full time morning and evening line cooks to start immediately, competitive wages, tip pool, & golfing privileges for qualified individual., Email resume to chef@michaelbrook golfclub.com or apply in person : 1085 lexington drive, Kelowna BC.

Career Opportunities

For Free!

FAMILY MOVERS Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates 250-493-2687

Painting & Decorating Pro Painter by hour + Paint. 250-306-3175 or 250-541-7775

Rubbish Removal *******1 Vernonâ€™s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Affordable dump runs. Call or Text Kris 250-308-4100

,OOKINGĂ–FORĂ–AĂ–.%7Ă–JOB XXX MPDBMXPSLCD DB

Dynamic Team - Exciting Environment - Fantastic BeneďŹ ts - Long Term Stability - Competitive BeneďŹ ts and Salary - Great Retirement Packages!

Production Team Members Wanted Armstrong, B.C. If you are ready to stop looking for a job and start targeting a career, this is the role for you. We are looking for competent & reliable candidates to be part of our Malt Production team. No experience necessary, willing to train! To apply & see full job description follow: gambrinusmalting.com/careers

Brown Mechanical Services is hiring for a

Administrator Assistant Seeking proven Administrator Assistant for a growing, local HVAC / Mechanical company. Minimum 24 hours a week with full time potential. Minimum 3 yearsâ€™ experience with skills in the following areas: Responsibilities may include: t &YQFSJFODF XJUI BDDPVOUT 1BZBCMF 3FDFJWBCMF QBZSPMM BOE PS BDDPVOUJOH systems and procedures t 5BY 4VCNJTTJPOT UP HPWFSONFOU HTU reconciliation) t (SFBU DVTUPNFS TFSWJDF t 1SPmDJFODZ JO 8PSE &YDFM 1PXFS1PJOU 0VUMPPL "EPCF "DSPCBU t 4USPOH PSHBOJ[BUJPOBM TLJMMT XJUI UIF BCJMJUZ UP multi-task t &YDFMMFOU WFSCBM BOE XSJUUFO DPNNVOJDBUJPO skills t "UUFOUJPO UP EFUBJM BOE BDVUF QSPCMFN TPMWJOH skills t "EEJUJPOBM RVBMJmDBUJPOT PS DFSUJmDBUJPOT BT an Administrative Assistant or Secretary considered an asset t "OTXFSJOH QIPOFT TDIFEVMJOH appointments t .BJOUBJO DMJFOU MJTUT DPOUBDU BOE QSPmMFT t 1SPWJEF HFOFSBM TVQQPSU UP DMJFOUT t 3FQPSUJOH EJSFDUMZ UP UIF ( .BOBHFS 1MFBTF TFOE BMM SFTVNFT UP john@brown-mechanical.ca

TIMBER FRAME AND LOG BUILDING SUMMER SALE. Seasoned Douglas Fir, direct to you savings. Delivery/assembly available. Island School of Building Arts. Details: www.isba.ca/store or call 250.247.8922

Two Pieces: Sideboard and Chest of Drawers, Solid Wood, Need to be Re-Finished! Call: 250-545-9601

Misc. for Sale Vernon Estate Sale appointment only. Jim: 250-275-1230

Career Opportunities

YOUR NEW CAREER

WITH BLACK PRESS STARTS HERE Black Press Media is the leading North American local news champion with operations across British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Washington State, California, Alaska and Hawaii. Over 2,000 talented employees work with us delivering unique community news and information across a full suite of digital and traditional media channels. We value diverse viewpoints, new ways of thinking and a collaborative approach to delivering results.

PUBLISHER (VERNON)

Black Press Media is looking for dynamic Multi-Media Publisher who will oversee the revenue development for Vernon and area. This position will be based in Vernon. Black Press Media is the largest media company in British Columbia with over 90 franchises across Western Canada. Have we sold you yet? Oh wait, thatâ€™s your job!

COLLATORS AND INSERTERS (VERNON)

Vernon Press is hiring Collators and Inserters for their continually expanding collating department. Duties include hand collating, straightening papers and pocket feeders on an Alphaliner Machine. This is a general labour position that requires frequent lifting up to 10 kg and involves the handling of newspapers and advertising supplements.

MULTI-MEDIA EDITOR (VERNON)

Black Press Media is looking for an exceptional Editor â€“ someone who will excel at leading a newsroom team to achieve continued success in print and digital news delivery. Black Press is rapidly expanding its multimedia platforms, built on a foundation of highly respected community newspapers known for their accuracy, insight and integrity.

MULTI-MEDIA COORDINATOR (PENTICTON)

Black Press is looking for a full-time Multi Media Coordinator to work with our team of Multi-Media Marketing Consultants. The primary function of the Multi Media Coordinator is the administration and implementation of advertising and marketing programs across our print and digital platforms. The position will liaise with the creative service team, marketing specialists and advertising clients.

ASSISTANT BUREAU CHIEF (OKANAGAN)

A central editorial hub in Kelowna oversees eight Black Press community newspaper publications and websites. We are seeking a highly talented, experienced multimedia journalist to work as an assistant to the existing hub bureau chief, directing print and web content generated by a 30-person team including local community journalists, editors, paginators and a social media content coordinator.

APPLY today WITH YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO CAREERS@BLACKPRESS.CA , BE SURE TO REFERENCE THE JOB AND LOCATION YOUâ€™RE APPLYING FOR. PLEASE NOTE ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. For more information on these vacancies and other regions throughout BC visit: www.blackpress.ca/careers

www.vernonmorningstar.com The Morning Star Friday, June 28, 2019

Garage Sales

Friday, June 28, 2019 PageA33 A33 www.vernonmorningstar.com

Vernon Morning Star

Tree Services

Garage Sales

Tree Services

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

Cars - Domestic

TERRY’S DEAL THEOF WEEK! 2015 CHEVY MALIBU LS

ONLY 71,367 KMS!! • ACCIDENT-FREE • 1 OWNER

Armstrong Garage Sale

3520 Colony Ave Friday, June 28th 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, June 29th 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Household, clothing, books, tools, etc.

Trinity United Church

Cold Stream

Arena Sale

9015 Binns Road Saturday, June 29th 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Loads of antiques/ 1930’s, horse tack, farm, and household.

Vernon

3300 Alexis Park Drive

Saturday, June 29th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lot’s of goodies. Vernon East Hill

Multi-Family Garage/ Estate Sale

Coldstream

Garage Sale

162 North Aberdeen Rd. Sunday, June 30th (only) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Two Antique Trunks, Metal Harley Sign, Plant pots, Household Misc, Wolf and Misc Pics

3701 23rd Street 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m Saturday, June 29th Lots of goodies Vernon Garage Sale 3780 & 3789 38th Street Saturday, June 29th 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Household items, kids stuff, records, fishing, camping, electronic desk and chair. Something for everyone.

Lumby

Huge Yard & Estate Sale 285 Mable Lake Road th

Friday, June 28 Saturday, June 29th 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Everything must go...tools, furniture, dishes, roll away bed & many giveaways!

Vernon Moving Sale Everything From A to Z 1907 37th Ave 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 29th Mechanical & yard tools, photographic equip & household items

• Tree & Shrub Pruning • Removals • Pest & Disease Management • Stump Grinding • Tree Risk Assessment • Fertilization and Soil Care

Vernon Garage Sale 8122 Stone Ridge Drive Coldstream 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 29th After a lifetime of travel and unfinished projects we have lots of tools, small kitchen appliances, bikes, shoes, clothing & knick knacks

250-542-6265 www.bartlett.com Livestock

Vernon

Multi-Family Garage Sale

2711 39th Street Saturday, June 29th to Monday, July 1st 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. In Suppport of Bolivia Mission Trip

BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

Garage Sale

5905 Willow Park Road Saturday, June 29th Sunday, June 30th Monday, July 1st 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Something for Everyone! Vernon Trinket Lady Cleaning Out My Treasures! 1001 Mt. Atkinson Place Off Middleton Way, Above DC Chambers Saturday, June 29th 9:00 am. - 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 1st Canada Day! 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE

250-838-0111 Business for Sale

Lakeshore

Denturist clinic for sale in Burns Lake B.C. Turnkey business with a large clientele. Business has been operating for 75 years. I am wiling to stay on for a period of time for the transition. Call Gerald Eckland (250) 692-7626 / email: eaglec@telus.net

Okanagan Affordable Luxury Living

For Sale By Owner Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. Wanted

Able buyer of all your old coins, coin collections, Collector COINS, all silver, gold, rare, common, old money, bullion.+ Todd the Coin Guy (250)-864-3521

Christine is Buying Vintage Jewellery, Gold, Silver, Coins, Sterling, China, Estates, etc. 1-778-281-0030 Housecalls.

Landscaping

PICK UP OR DELIVERY OPEN Mon - Fri 8AM - 5 PM DECORATIVE ROCK Saturday 8AM - 4 PM Sundays 9AM - 4 PM WHITE DOLOMITE Closed Statutory Holidays BLAST ROCK VISA, DEBIT, MASTERCARD, INTERACT, SENIORS DISCOUNT LAVA ROCK BARK MULCH SLATE / FLAGSTONE LANDSCAPE FABRIC TOP SOIL MIXES SAND & GRAVEL www.justrocks.ca

JUST

250.541.0111 1.866.439.0111

ROCKS

186 GREENHOW ROAD

VERNON 1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERY

NO ROCK TOO BIG • NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL

For Sale

Scotty electric downrigger complete with 3 10 lbs balls $225 18 in. electric snow blower $75 Lumiton 5 string banjo

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Owner financing 250-558-7888

Houses For Sale Open House 186 Crown Crescent Vernon Gorgeous 3 bedroom

$300

Black and Decker curb trimmer $40 Amish made electric fire place $75 Call: 250-549-2202

Genuine Coin Collector Buying Coins,Collections, Gold & Silver Coins, + Chad The Coin Expert 250-863-3082

Real Estate Acreage for Sale Armstrong

50 acres Blowout Price $999,000

1885 Pleasant Valley Rd. Beside Blue Mountain Nursery. Call Will: 250-470-1144. Sage Realty.

2148 sq ft, on one level, 2.5 bathroom, multiple fireplaces, built-ins, huge kitchen, oversized garage, flat lot. 250-462-9022 Open House’s Saturday, June 29th Saturday, July 6th 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Conveniently PLACE YOUR AD ONLINE

WHILE ON VACATION BC

eds.com

1.866.865.4460

SALE $ PRICE

*Stk# 18-477b PLus $599 Doc Fee & Taxes. Price Expires June 30/2019. DL#9133

Parkview Garden Manor

4703 27 St, Vernon BC | 250-545-0606 | www.bannisters.com bannisters.com |

2014 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4 door, sunroof, 36,650 km’s, asking $12,999.

Legal Legal Notices CRIMINAL RECORD?

Why suffer Employment/ Licensing loss? Travel/ Business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US Entry Waiver. Record Purge. File Destruction. Free Consultation 1-800-347-2540. accesslegalmjf.com

250-832-4490 Newly Renovated Suites Available Now!

1 bedroom starts from $ 1,100./month

Nearby schools, Parks, Hospital, Museums and Community Recreation just minutes away!

1-888-897-5504 1-250-309-0809

Justine Tabucanon wwwparkviewmanor living.com

Commercial/ Industrial Vernon

4,200 sqft of Commercial Space for Lease

Spectacular breathtaking panoramic Lake Views from the moment you enter this gorgeous custom home; the stellar views from this home’s rooms will simply take your breath away; easy living and entertainment in mind; 4 bed, 3 bath; super spacious and bright; wine tasting room; media room; large family room; architecturally designed oversized decks with comfort cool mist system make your BBQs and get togethers memorable; world class fitness facilities complete this awesome package, extensive list of custom high quality features at time of build that’s sure to impress; direct access to beach & water absolutely no disappointments here! Only $1,274,800. MLS#10182096 Please call Mark Jontz & Associates Royal LePage Kelowna 1.250.861.6002

13,800!

CALL TERRY BAPTIST 250.308.8599 Today!

Livestock

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS

Vernon Multi Family

LONG WEEKEND SPECIAL!!

3105 28th Avenue Available Now Please Call 250-862-7785

Shared Accommodation Vernon 1 bedroom, shared accommodation, located Downtown.

$600 includes Utilities Furniture & Cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644

For Sale: 2000 Grand Am SE Model, Very Low KMs, 6 Cylinder, Well Maintained - Like New, Lady Driven $2500 or Best Offer 250-253-0062

Adult

Cars - Sports & Imports

Adult Entertainment Mature Beauties Slim Stacy 250-681-2282 Soft Jessica 778-212-3887

2008 Honda Civic

Manual 5 speed, low kms, a/c, power sunroof, windows & doors, heated seats, summer tires and new winter tires. $6,900. 250-307-8601

Scrap Car Removal #1A Midvalley Autohaul pays cash for scrap vehicles. Go Green Recycle with Dean! 250-808-1894 #1 SCRAP Vehicle / Farm Equipment Removal. Will meet or beat.$$$ for cars.778-581-CARS(2277)

The Average Canadian Will Spend Their Last Ten Years In Sickness.

Trucks & Vans 1994 Ford F150

Runs Well Body is Fair $500 250-550-4807

Together we create more survivors with the help from your donations.

Suites, Lower Bright 2bdrm 1bath in Vernon 6 appl, parking, n/p, n/s, quiet person $1100 +util & DD 250-542-9107

Transportation Cars - Domestic 1994 Mazda Protege, white, 210,000 kms, rebuilt transmission, no rust, cared for. $1000. obo 250-549-1202

www.heartandstroke.ca

Recreational/Sale

Now accepting CONSIGNMENTS! Now accepting NEWER RVs for consignment sales! Must be clean with clear title. Call for more info. Low consignment fees.

2004 Volvo S80, clean car, low mileage,$5,200. obo 250-545-4478 West Kewlona 1976 Trans am 400 auto. 97,000 miles $16,900. 250-769-7070

Recreational/Sale

Since 1969

Dealer #5529

• Government Certified Techs • Best Parts selection, new and used, in BC • 48 Years of Trusted Service

Go to www.kenkraft.ca or call 250-545-5101 kenkraftsalesltd@shaw.ca

Page Friday, June 28, 2019 A34 A34 www.vernonmorningstar.com

To advertise here please call

Vernon Morning Star

Friday, June 28,www.vernonmorningstar.com 2019 The Morning Star

HANDY PERSON

1-866-865-4460

Service Providers LEGAL SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MOVING & STORAGE

CONCRETE & PLACING

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING & DECORATING

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PAINTING & DECORATING

PRESSURE WASHING

WINDOW CLEANING

WINDOWS

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page A35

Your Community Food Market - Proudly Independent LocaLLy owned & operated” by butcher boys ent. Ltd.

chicken breasts

pork back ribs

Butcher Boys Price!

bone-in. fresh locally produced colonial farms poultry.

LB.

butcher boys pak

Butcher Boys Quality Butcher Boys Price!

3.99

ribeye steaks boneless. hand cut fresh in store daily using alberta aaagrain fed beef. aged minimum 21 days

LB.

fresh canadian pork. no added hormones.

LB.

678g - 852g fROzEn

EA.

4.99

Butcher Boys Price!

grass fed. fresh hand cut in store daily.

LB.

butcher boys pak

10.99

scallops ahi tuna steaks back bacon

Butcher Boys Pak Butcher Boys Price!

17.99

go brand 80/150 countbay scallops. frozen

300g BAg

EA.

5.99

frozen 6 oz portions.

Butcher Boys Price!

EA.

5.99

rocana brand locally produced. cured and smoked.

300g pACk

Butcher Boys Price! EA.

Butcher Boys Quality

4.99

roasted deli chickens pillowpack smokies

burger patties cardinal chicken and cardinal veggie varieties

striploin steaks

10.99

cooked & ready to eat

EA.

10.99

10.00

grimm’s brand. assorted varieties. 375g - 450g includes european wieners Single: $5.50

Butcher Boys Price!

2 fOR

come SHop for your meat … WHere tHe Quality and SerVice can’t Be Beat!

A Baked

In-Store

bakery

multi-grain bread

............................................................................. 450 gram loaf

hotdog or hamburger buns

white only............................................................................ 8 pk

english bay cookies

assorted varieties ..........................................................dozen

HEinz

beans red kidney, maple style & assorted varieties

398 mL

ea.

kRAfT

bbq sauce assorted varieties

455 mL VOETS

300 g minUTE mAid assorted varieties

10% b.f.

750 mL - 1 L

mOTT’S

2 6.00 For

clamato original, spicy, lime, pickled bean, tHe Works

1.89 L

salad dressings

fOR

regular, fat free & light; assorted varieties

2 6.00 For

+ deposit + eco. fee

HEinz

2 6.00 fOR

475 mL

CHRiSTiE

wheat thins, triscuits & assorted varieties

100 g - 226 g

EA.

fOR

1.66 L

ea.

coca-cola, sprite, canada dry ginger ale and assorted varieties single $3.99

12 x 355 mL

+ deposit + eco. fee

3 dill11.00 pickles fOR

500 g

ARmSTROng

regular, fat free & light

slices

500 mL

450 g

fOR

loCal

whole seedless

zelaney carrots

red watermelon

bc new crop white nugget potatoes

1.29

budweiSer, molSon canadian, coorS light $

loCal

zelaney spinach

4.99

350

EA.

SmUCkERS

assorted varieties

24pk Can

+ tax & dep

crown royal peach $

200

+ tax & dep

okanagan Spring 1516 lager SAVE $

250

12pk Can

abSolut Vodka 750 ml

2299

SAVE $

200

romaine

300

EA. Sale priceS in effect from friday, June 21 - monday, July 1, 2019

1.29

www.butcherboys.ca • orders@butcherboys.ca • We reserve the right to limit quantities. 4803 Pleasant Valley Rd, Corner of Pleasant Valley & Silver Star Rd | OPEN DAILY 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

2499

200

SAVE $

750 ml

SAVE $

999

100

+ tax & dep

200

2399

+ tax & dep

750 ml

Merlot, Pinot Grigio, sauvugnon Blanc

SAVE $

300

1699

750 ml

+ tax & dep

proSpect bc Vqa Unoaked chardonnay & sauvignon Blanc

999

SAVE

250

okanagan cider all 6PK FlaVoUrs 6pk Cans

+ tax & dep

oySter bay wine

+ tax & dep

1899

crown royal whiSky

all VarIeTals

SAVE

300

12pk Bottle

+ tax & dep

750 ml

BC Grown

LB.

SAVE

yellow tail wine

EA.

tomatoes on the vine

miller genuine draFt

+ tax & dep

SAVE

BC Grown

1199

6pk Can

*all 11 6PK Flavours

OLd dUTCH

235-255 g

+ tax & dep

nude Vodka/gin SodaS & new iced tea

500 mL EA.

fOR

2599

750 ml

bailey’S iriSh cream

assorted varieties SINGLE $2.99 EA.

*limited edition*

roYal ICed Tea Mix 1.5 oz w/ iced tea & lemon

SAVE

assorted dills, sweet mixed & yum yums

1 mL

3399

SAVE

BiCk’S BABY

EA.

LB.

creamy & crunchy; salted & unsalted

Full Selection oF beer, wine, SpiritS, cooler & ciderS

 lotS oF Free parking  giFt cardS now aVailable! all priceS below goVernment price!

3.99

assorted flavors

4.99 naturalpeanutbutter

3 x 375 mL EA.

dAiRYLAnd

fOR



ice cream

picnic pack

includes ketchup, mustard & relish!

AdAm’S

Your Favourite One Stop Shop  coldest beer in town!

BREYER’S dOUBLE CHURn

3.99 crackers pure jam 2 6.00 4 5.00 2 6.00 3.99 creamo sour cream cheese melts Xl potato chips 2.99 2 5.00 2 7.00 4 10.00 4.99 .49 .99

3.99 frozen lemonade

dAiRYLAnd

easy squeeze & original squeeze bottle!

.99 kRAfT

honey ham Freybe ...................................................100 g 1.89 smokies sedo’s. assorted varieties. 500 g. locally made.... EA. 7.99 potato or macaroni salad reser’s. bulk .........100 g.69 danish blue cheese castello brand ......100 g 2.99

ketchup

.99

EA.

295 mL

ea.

gourmet coffee

drip, grind & whole bean

2.49 2.49 3.99

deli

located at BUTCHER BOYS

Corner of Pleasant Valley road & silver star road

+ tax & dep

999

+ tax & dep

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED BY LIQuOR BOYS ENT. LTD.

250-558-3934 • OPEN 9 AM TO 9 PM DAILY PRICES VALID FROM FRIDAY JuNE 21ST TO MONDAY JuLY 1ST, 2019 WHILE QuANTITIES LAST — MuST BE 19 YEARS — PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY

Page A36 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

60th Anniversary

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Swan Lake nurSeryLand

Special

fruit market & Garden Centre

LOCAL Fresh PiCKeD

Cherries

happy canada day

oFF

LOCAL

LET’S CELEBRATE!

All remaining

Fruit Trees and 2½” basket stuffers

WAtermelon

for All Your PlAnting & DecorAting neeDS

ZuccHini

HAnging BASketS, PlAnterS, floWerS

$ 36

16” x 42” coloureD noW

$ 60

gooD Selection SPrinklerS AnD HoSeS

orBit coBrA noW $ 60 miSt StAnD

To Shop Another ReasonAt With Us Swan Lake Nurseryland Boutique

gift ates certific ble availa

meADoWVAle

reScue SPiDer trAPS 3 PAir. tWo SiDeS of glue DouBle tHe uSe. reg $9.99

noW

reScue DiSPoSABle YelloW jAcket trAPS

noW

$ 60

We Are Your Source for cASt Stone WAter fountAinS from

STUDIOS

enjoY tHe trAnquilitY of WAter in Your YArD.

Butter

DoZ

Deli HAm 76 /100 g ¢

LOCAL rocAnA LOCAL rocAnA

SmokieS $

HUGE SAVINGS

reggiA PAStA ASSORTED VARIETIES • 500gR

B.c. cello

PePPerS 2 lB

eA.

B.c.

koHlrABi

B.c. orgAnic

green kAle

LOCAL VoetS triBAl jAVA

$ 99

eggS

gArlic ScAPeS 1 lB BAg

BlueBerrieS

WeStern fAmilY lArge

LOCAL

B.c. freSH

$ 99

454 g • LImIT 2 Per cuStomer

lB.

Now IN!

qUALITY LADIES FASHIONS, jEWELLERY, SCARVES, SUN HATS, HANDBAGS, COVER UPS AND mORE! PLUS SEE OUR FULLY STOCKED GIFT DEPARTmENT

PerSonAl cooling SYStem reDuceS temPerAture uP to 10˚c. regulAr $24.99

regulAr $7.99

1460

tomAto cAgeS

12” x 33” gAlVAniZeD noW

BESIDES BEING BEAUTIFUL, THEY ARE EXCELLENT POLLINATORS EXPLORE OUR BUTTERFLY PREFERRED PLANT COLLECTION INCLUDING THEIR FAVOURITE ASCLEPIAS TUBEROSA AKA BUTTERFLY WEED

10 incH

96¢

59¢

96¢ $ 49 1 $ 96 3 $ 66 1 $ 86 1

B.c. green

IE ATTRACT BUTTERFLIES

HAnging tomAto BASketS

got An emPtY SPot!! We cAn fill it!

ZonAl gerAniumS

WHole, SeeDleSS

Huge Selection of colour

4 incH

AmbrosiA APPles ¢

00 kg

60 8 orgAnic coffee LOCAL HoneY $960 $ 62 cHeeSe SliceS 3 $ 60 goAt cHeeSe 3 $

454 gR

j.o. StAn

CREAmED OR LIquID • 1 kg

SAPuto

ASSORTED VARIETIES • 160-200 gR

SAPuto/WoolWicH/cHeVrAi

ASSt VArietieS

LOCAL nAtureS oVen

Hot Dog or $ 60 eA HAmBurger BunS 8 Per Pkg

SwAN LAKE NURSERyLAND H ours

FRUIT M ARKET AND GARDEN CENTRE

8:00 - 6:00 PM SatUrday tO WEdNESday 8:00 - 7:00 PM thUrSday & FrIday

250-542-7614

on Hwy. 97, Vernon

Prices in effect Friday, June 28 to Thursday, July 4, 2019

LIKE US ON

Flower Shop 250-545-7166 • For more information, check out our website www.myswanlake.com

Page B2 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class vernon secondary school

AARSVOLD, ANNA

ADAMS, JULIANNA

AEICHELE, BROCK

AGEMA, TYLER

ALDER, LIAM

ANDERSON, MASON

ATKINS, GRACE

BAINS, AVNEET

BAKER, TRISTEN

BAYCROFT, JACOB

BEACOM, BRAYDEN

BLACK, KAEL

BLADES, MARIYA

BOGARDIS, ALEX

BOLIN, NICHOLAS

BOS, SIDNEY

BOTWOOD, BRETT

BULLER, BROOKE

BUSH, LIAM

CARDIFF, JUSTICE

CARRIERE, KELSEY

CARTER, ALYSSA

CAVE, SEQUOIA

CLEVELAND, CARLEE

COLMORGEN, CADEN

CONDIE, BRIENNA

CRERAR, KAITLIN

CRERAR, SARAH

CROTEAU, EMMA

DAVIES, CADE

DAVIS, BROOKE

DAY, COLTON

DE VRIES, HAILEY

DEFOOR, TREY

DELASAN, MARK

DEWITT, SAVANA

DIETZ, ELISHA

DIVINAGRACIA, MIKAELLA

DONLEY, CARRICK

DOUGHTY, KADEN

DUAN, SHENGLONG

DUKE, ANJALI

DUNLOP, LAURREN

DURFELD, EMILIA

DYCK, DAWSON

ENNS, RAQUEL

ERICKSON, TARYN

EVENSON, DAVID

FALK, KELSEY

FFOLLIOTT, ANDREW

FLECK, GAVIN

FLETCHER, LARYSSA

FORS, ERIKA

FOX, LUCY

FRIEDMAN, ELLA

GAMAGE, RYAN

GARDINER, KRISHNA

GIBBS, BREANNA

GILLIES, EMILY

GORDON-MASON, JAIDYN

Wade Stinn and Summer Lane in Polson Park for VSS grad, with their ride, a 1967 Chevelle Classic car.

www.melarnold.ca

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B3

2019 Graduating Class vernon secondary school GOSSELIN, JACQUELINE

GOTAAS, MARIE

GUSE, JUANA

HAGLEY, VIXEN

HANSEN, MATTHEW

HARDY, CLARA

HARMAN, JESSEE

HAY, MACK

HEAL, Tâ€™ASIA

HIGGINS, KYLIE

HOLLAND, EMMALEE

HOLLAND, GEOFFRY

HOULBROOK, ETHAN

HUSBAND, GABRIELLE

HUTCHISON, TRINITY

HYETT, THOMAS

IMBEAU, TANNER

ISLES, COLTON

ISOBE, ALEENA

ISOBE, MATTIAS

IVANOFF, ANDREW

JACOTT, JACOB

JEONG, YUCHAN

JONES, KAELA

JONES, OWYN

JURISSON, MASON

KAEMPF, JORDAN

KASSA, CAELE

KHUNKHUN, MAYA

KNUTSEN, LEXA

KORBUS, OLIVIA

KOSTAMO, JONAS

KUBOTA, KAITO

KUZIW, KENZIE

LAND, MADISON

LANGTRY, TYLER

LAZAR, CORY

LEFLOUR, DYLAN

LEMAY, CHARLES

LEWIS, AYVA

MACE, ALORA

MACGILLIVRAY, RILEY

MACKENZIE, DREW

MAGUIRE, SHELBY

MAHER, AJ

MALONEY, KOLTON

MARDIROS, MORGAN

MARTENS, ANASTASIA

MCDICKEN, JEREMY

MCDONALD, RIVER

Congratulations to All of the GrAds of 2019!

3001 30th Ave, Vernon | 250-542-3010 http://www.legacyphotographyandframing.ca/ legacyphotographyandframing.ca

Page B4 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class vernon secondary school

MCKENNA, RONAN

MCKENZIE, JACKSON

MCKENZIE, RYLEIGH

MCKNIGHT, ROSS

NEUMANN, MARY

NEWMAN, CARLY

NEWSOME, NOAH

OSTAFEW, DUSTIN

PETERS, KATHERINE

PFANNSCHMIDT, ERIKA

PHASUTHA-EKKASIT,PHROMPHATSON

RINSMA-DUNHAM, JACOB

ROBINSON, TAYLOR

SMITH, NADIA

TUGADE, MADISON

MERTION, MACKENZIE

MOORHOUSE, FORREST

MORRISON, DALTON

MORRISON, WYATT

NELSON, JORDAN

NEUFELD, JOSEPH

PAAS, AIDAN

PADDEN, JASMINE

PAIN, KYLE

PAN, HONGYOU

PANNU, GURTEJ

PENNER, ZOLA

PROCTER, EVANDRO

QUIRING, HAILEY

RANDALL, SHAWN

RAWLINGS, JACOB

REDELINGHUYS, IVERNE

REID, JAKE

REIMER, WYATT

RODAK, JOEY

RUNNETT, HANAH

SAMPSON, CARMEN

SARTISON, HANNA

SARTISON, JONATAN

SAWKA, OLIVIA

SEIBEL, JENNIFER

SHEN, BOYI

SOL, AMY

SOROCHUK, EMILY

SOUTHAM, CARLY

STARLING, SCOTT

STINN, WADE

SWEENEY, KOHLE

SWETLIKOFF, BRODY

THOMAS, JACKSON

TKACHUK, BRYCE

TURUK, ELVIRA

UFIMZEFF, PAUL

ULMER, TAYLOR

VAN DE LEEST, JENNA

VAN DE LEEST, MAGGI

VANDERLEEST, BREE

VANDERLEEST, JAIDE

VASCONCELOS, NATHAN

VERVERDA, ABIGAIL

photo credit: Wayne Emde Photography

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B5

2019 Graduating Class Vernon Secondary School

VUKELIC, NICKY

WATTS, JESSICA

WERY, ELIAS

WESSELS, ABBY

WIEBE, RYAN

photo credit: Wayne Emde Photography

WILLIAMSON, ABYGAYLE

WINGER, OLLI

WISSE, CAENEN

WORTH, EVAN

WYONCH, JUSTIN

Congratulations

to the Grads of

2019

YEN, IAN

YEN, KYLE

YOU, SHARON

YOU, SUI

ZINZ, MICHAEL

www.nixonwenger.com

VERNON SECONDARY SCHOOL 2019

Vernon Secondary School GRAD Class of 2019 wish to thank the following sponsors A&W Restaurant Achim Colmorgen Andre’s Electronic Experts Arden Tile Bannister GM Vernon BCAA Beachcomber Home Leisure Beyond Belief Escape Rooms Bloom Thyme Nursery Boston Pizza Bulk Barn Butcher Boys Grocery Store Buy-Low Foods BX Elementary School Canadian Tire - Vernon Chaser’s Bottle Depot Cotton’s Chocolates Dairy Queen Grill & Chill Dr. Ken Taves & Dr. Mark Loland

Little Caesars Pizza Evolve Hair Studio – Pam M & K Ready Mix Inc. Farrer Rentals Ltd. Michele Wiebe Fisher’s Hardware Midtown Bistro Fitness West Gym Mike V’s Automotive Harlan Fairbanks Norm Sandvik Harris Cabinets Nor-Val Rentals Ltd. Hatt Fitness Okanagan College Spa Training Hillview Golf Centre Hi-Pro Corporate Sportswear & Parnell’s Appliance & Promotional Products Ltd. Electronics Home Building Centre Paradise Kitchens and ILS Contracting Woodwork Inland Kenworth Peters Tirecraft Innerspace Watersports Inc. Real Canadian Superstore Kim’s Concrete Finishing Ltd. Ladies World Health & Fitness Russell Shortt Land Surveyors Save-On Foods Polson Lake Country Truss Ltd. Shirley & Hal Higgins Legacy Photography and Starbucks Coffee Company Framing

Station BBQ Smokehouse Subway Restaurant Sun Dial Lighting Inc. Sun Valley Source for Sports Sweet Valley Bakery Sysco Canada – Vernon Telus – Sarah Ballantyne The Easthill Eatery Thermotech Insulation Uncle Dave’s Pizzeria Vernon Alliance Church Vision Overhead Doors Ltd. Watkin Motors Ford Wholesale Club Woodstyle Homes World Health & Fitness

Page B6 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class Seaton Secondary School

AlfAAuri, SebA

AlfAori, HAmzA

AriAno, AnnikA

AriAno, DAnicA

AriAno, nAtAlyA

ASHburn, emmA

bAillie, emily

bAll, Acelyn

bAnnick, logAn

bArker, JADen

bArker, mADiSon

bArtel, Abbey

bASSo, JASmine

bell, HAnnA

bellowS, micHAel

bellowS, SArAH

birD, HuDSon

boiSvert, tAylor

bonneAu, Alec

bonneAu, JuAnitA

borHi, SopHie

brewer, JAcob

britcH, rebeccA

brule, cAlvin

burnell, kAte

burnHAm, eliJAH

buSH, DAmon

cAmbronero, iAn

cArlSton, SAmAntHA

cHirkoff, AleyA

cHriStenSen, grAce

cHriStenSen, lee

collinSon, Avery

colliSS, Joel

cunningHAm, mAriAH Jewel

DefAuw, tAytum

Demoe, Jeffrey

DeSpreS, JADe

fAlconer, ASHton

fiSHer, Anton

fitt, JAreD

folk, SierrA

frASer,mckennAH

gAtzke,wyAtt

geertS, ninA

gilmore, AllAn

glAnz, pAScAl

goble, DAnicA

gorDon-mASon, lynley

gougH, teSSA

grevAtt, SyDney

gutknecHt, elliAnA

HAber, cHriStopHer

HAnSen, guStAve

HAriSon, lAnDen

HArtwig, nicolAS

Henrie, SArAH

Henry, rylAn

HilSmAnn, DAniel

HouSton, JorDAn

Congratulations, class of 2019!

Always reach for the sky!

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B7

2019 Graduating Class Seaton Secondary School

HUDSON, JULIAN

HURLEY, THOMAS

JAMESON, JARED

JOHANESON, EVAN

JOHNSON, EMME

JOHNSON, KYLE

JURRIUS, SHERILYN

KADACH, SARAH

KERSEY, BRADEN

KERSEY, MAKENA

KO, AYOUNG

LANE, SUMMER

LARANJO, ZACKARY

LAURIDSEN, MAGUIRE

LAVERDURE, MORGAN

LIEBELT, JR

LINENKO, JESSICA

LOUIS, MNEOT

LOWE, IZAAC

LUBBERS, KAMRIN

MAGLIO, NICHOLAS

MARKHOFF, MARIE

MARKIN, JESSIE

MARKIN, MOLLIE

MARLOW, HEATHER

MARSHALL, LINDSAY

MARTENS, SETH

MCDOUGALL, NICOLAS

MCINTOSH, CHRISTOPHER

MCLENNAN, OLIVIA

MCMANAMAN, MEKAILA

MILLER, BENJAMIN

MORRIS, CARTER

MORRIS, HAILEY

MORRISON, DARCIE-LI

MUNGER, TEYLOR

NOREN, ERIC

OLIPHANT, IAN

OLSEN, KYRA

OROSZ, MAISA

PACHARN, PATTARADANAI

PARKER, NAKODA

PERSSON, LINN

PETERSEN, HAILEIGH

PETROVA, ISABELLE

PHILLIPS, NICHOLAS

PIGOTT, DOMINICK

QUIRING, TALIA

QUOCK, ZOE

RABBITT, KAITLYNN

RABBITT, NICOLLE

RAKOS, ALYSSA

REDLICK, LINDSAY

RIVARD, AIDAN

ROBERTSON, AYANO

ROSS-VAN MIERLO, CYAN

SACHT, CLAIRE

SAUER, ANNIKA

SAVOIE-CHAREST, ELIAS

SCHIBLI, DEBORAH

. h s e r f t a e 6 Locations to serve You:

congratuLations & Best Wishes to aLL the

grads of 2019!

Vernon: 4400 27Th Street • Fruit Union Plaza • Landing Plaza Village Green Mall, 4900 27Th Street, Unit 660 Armstrong: 3300 Smith 12 • Enderby: 802 George St.

 

Page B8 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class Seaton Secondary School

Schmidt, Andrew

Schneider, VictoriA

Scott, hAnnAh

ShAw, SierrA

ShepAnSky, SArAh

Sherwood, megAn

Shortt, Alex

SimpSon, ericA

Smith, kAilA

SolowAy, SheA

Specht, JASper

St-JeAn, AlexAndrA

Stone, JAden

SulliVAn, ciArrA

SunderlAnd, Jenny

SwAdden, emily

Szudek, mirA

tArcon, noAh

tAylor-hAweS, Bryn

tench, JAcoB

thompSon, JuliA

tifenBAch, dAmien

toBin, Brookner

toewS, kAde

torrie, AnnikA

triggS, gABrielle

tupper, Brooklyn

tylor, AmBroSA

ufimzeff, JuliA

VAn SoeSt, gerrit

miSSing photo:

VArley, kAtrionA

wetherup, AmBer

williAm, dAkotA

wirtz, mArtinA

yAng, inkyoung

youngBerg, iSABellA

zABotel, SundAnce

BASSo, korAleigh

duBrAy, chArlie

nilSen, edwin

katie rabbitt, nikki rabbitt, Acelyn Ball. (Brieanna charlebois - morning Star)

kamrin lubbers and Jr liebelt. (Brieanna charlebois - morning Star)

Sophie Borhi pins boutonniĂ¨re on prom date Jaden Stone. (Brieanna charlebois - morning Star)

talia Quiring, Ben miller, Julian hudson, and Ashley northcote head to prom 2019. (Brieanna charlebois - morning Star)

Some of the more than 70 w.l. Seaton grads who are earning their french immersion double dogwood certificate visited their old stomping ground ecole Beairsto elementary. (Vernon School district photo)

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B9

2019 Graduating Class KalamalKa Secondary School

ACUTT, JAMIE

ARCHER, LOGAN

AROTZARENA YUDEGO, JAVIER

ATTLESEY, JOLIE

BATCHELOR, CHASE

BERGMAN, SYDNEY

BORRETT, RUSSEL

BOUCHER, SHAUN

BRACKEN, CADEN

BUECKERT, TANNER

BURRELL, KAYLEY

CAMPBELL, KIRA

CAMPBELL, PAIGE

CARLDEHN, HUGO

CHAMBERS, NICK

CLELAND, JADE

CLOUTIER, B.J.

CONNOR, LINCOLN

COOPER, LIAM

CORREIA, KEIRA

CRAWFORD, VAUGHN

CURRIE, SEAN

CUTHBERT, MAX

DICKINSON, CARSON

DILAWAR, MANAHIL

DOROSHUK, DAWSON

DUFRESNE, SIMON

DYCK, ELYSE

ELLIOTT, GEORGIA

FAN, WENXUAN

FILLION, SYDNEY

FISET, ADAM

FOX, MADISON

FULLERTON, ELISE

GARLICK, MIKA

GILLESPIE, CARTER

GODDU, SARA

HILL, BROOKELYN

HO, JADE

HOYLAND, TYSON

HUTCHINGS, DARIUS

JENKINSON, ADAM

JOHNSON, COLE

KING, AALIYAH

KLAMMER, JAYDEN

KLASSEN, JOELLE

KLASSEN, SERAYA

KOROLL, LAINE

LAKUSTA, ALEXANDRA

LEE, STELLA

LOEWEN, EMILY

MANKE, ELIZABETH

MARTIN, NICOLE

MATOVICH, MIA

MATTHEWS, JAC

MAYCHOS, JENNA

MCKINLEY, LIAM

MCLACHLAN, GABRIEL

MCWHINNEY, ANDREW

MELLOWS, HEIDI

Now what? Let us help you…

District of Coldstream Congratulates Grads of 2019 “A Great Place To Call Home”

The Council and staff of the District of Coldstream would like to extend their congratulations to all the 2019 Grads. May your future be filled with many successes!

9901 Kalamalka Rd. Coldstream, BC V1B 1L6 250-545-5304 • www.coldstream.ca

Grads of 2019 We Congratulate You

• Write a resume that will get noticed • Get the workplace skills you’ll need in the future • Find a full-time job or a summer job • Explore training options • Find a career you’ll love!

Services at no cost to participants

3105 - 33rd Street, Vernon, BC 250-545-2215 ext 230 www.workbccentre-vernon.ca

This program is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Page B10 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class KalamalKa Secondary School

MILLER, HANNAH

MITCHELL, PEYTON

MOLLOY, AUSTEN

MORIN, NATHAN

MURPHY, AMANDA

NADROZNY, NOAH

NERLING, JOSEY

PAHRMANN, THERESA

PARSONAGE, TARYN

POTTS, SHAYLA

PROULX, KONRAD

PUSEY, MICHAEL

ROBERTSON, MCKENNA

ROBINS, MORGAN

ROMAILLER, JORDAN

SANDHU, MANREET

SCHWARTZ, LENA

SEDLACEK, TYLER

SHARMAN, CASSIDY

SIDHU, JASLEEN

SMITH, BRONSON

SORKEN, LANE

SPILLETT, KAYLA

STEINEBEL, MARK

STENBERG, DALTON

STEWART, MALLORY

STINSON, KIERA

STRACHAN, JAYDEN

STRILCHUK, COLE

STUSSI, MEGHAN

Best Wishes to all 2019 Graduates! Wishing you safe travels and a successful future! 3923 - 32 St, Vernon

250.545.5311

vernon@jmins.com

INSURANCE

Johnston

Congratulations

To The Class Of

Auto Group

PROUD EMPLOYER IN THE THOMPSON OKANAGAN

“Our four locations are constantly looking for bright young individuals with entrepreneurial spirits.” - APPLY TODAY!

Vernon

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Vernon

KIA

2019 Kelowna BMW

Kelowna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B11

2019 Graduating Class KalamalKa seCondary sChool

SWAn, JAyA

TASSIE, GRAhAM

ThoMAS, EMILy

TooP, RAnDALL

TRoIDL, JoRDAn

TUnG, RAChEL

WhIBLEy, MAyA

WInn, MATThEW

WooD, LUCAS

WRIGhT, TAnnER

yAKURA, ShELDon

ZoEThoUT, MASon

UFIMZEFF, SIMon

USUA FERnAnDEZ, FELIPE

VEST, GRACEyn

WELLS, ShELDon

The KalamalKa Grad Class of 2019 would ould like like to thank thank the following following for their generous donations:

A&W Andres Electronics BC Liquor Distribution Branch Bell Mobility-Village Green Mall DCT Chambers Dominos Pizza Iron Heart Gym Kaltech Mining Services Ltd. Kal Tire Kencraft Ladies World/World Fitness

Lake City Casino Little Caesars Mark Batchelor McDonalds Pam Wood Papa Johns Prestige Hotel Vernon Real Canadian Wholesale Club Save-on-Foods Serenity Tanning Shoppers Drug Mart

Smooth Effects Vernon Staples Subway Super Store Swan Lake Fruit & Garden The Rice Box The Room Collection Tim Hortons Vernon Flower Shop Wendy’s Yosh Nadrozney

Vernon Christian School’s class of 2019 celebrates graduation on the courthouse steps. (Roger Knox - Morning Star)

2019 Graduating Class Vernon Christian sChool

DE BEER, John

DoUMA, TRoy

FoSTER, JADon

FoSTER, JoRDAn

hALVoRSon, JEnnA

hICKSon, DEnICA

hLADyCh, AMELIA

KonGSDoRF, KoDy

KonRAD, AnnA

MCAMMonD, MoRGAnn

nIChoLSon, KATELyn

oVEREnD, MADISon

PoDoLSKI, noAh

TIESSEn, MCKEnnA

WEBB, JACLyn

WhITE, ISAAC

WhITE, SAMUEL

WU, Tony

KoShMAn, KADEn

Page B12 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class ClarenCe Fulton SeCondary SChool

Abid, SAirA

Aeichele, dAnikA

Aitken, AndreA

AncOnA, MAriA

ArMitAge, cArSOn

Arthur, declAn

AttleSey, lilkA

bAdhAn, kArnveer

bAek, JOnghO

bArgASO, AlAn Miguel

beckner, cArly

bekAr, lucAS

belAnger-lee, SiennA

bennett, hArry

binnS, eMMA

bOdenMAnn, eMily

bOhMer, eMily

brAdley, kASSOndrA

cAbrAl, dOn ginArd

cAbrAl, eMily

cAShAtO, AShtOn

chAhAl, inderpAl

cOOke, elizAbeth

cOOMbS, cAyden

cOx, brittAny

crOwdiS, JAMeS

denniS, SAxOn

dewAld, gAbe

dhAnOA, rAvinder

euStAche, JAMeS

FerguSOn, Axel

FiJnvAndrAAt, JOhnAthAn

FOSter, nAthAniel

FOuldS, hAnnAh-elizAbeth

FuJiwArA, MAdOkA

gAkhAl, MAnrAJ

gOOdwin, MeAleA

green, brAydOn

gudeit-OAkden, kAylene

hA, cAthy

hAng, zhi xiAng

hArriSOn, JOShuA

hArrOwer, AnSOn

hArrOwer, cArSOn

heng, JAcindA

higgS, lOgAn

huMe, liz

hurt, kriStOpher

Jeberg, keenOn

JOneS, nAthAn

kelley, cOrbin

kennedy, brennAn

ki, MindO

kiM, hAyeOn

lAvOie, AArOn

lee, Jungbin

lewiS, MAx

lind, tucker

lit, hArkeerAt

lu, MAySey

Congratulations to all the Graduates of 2019 and best of luck in the future. 250-545-7264 â€¢ 3109 - 32 Ave, Vernon www.clarkrobinson.com

Logan Higgs Bridgette Peterson Evan Trottier

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B13

2019 Graduating Class ClarenCe Fulton SeCondary SChool

Magill, Kristal

Major, jonathan

MaKeiv, Kenneth

Marchand, rylie

Maric, luca

Meise, Keegan

Monahan, chelsey

Morin, BenjaMin

Morrier, jayden

Mriduraj, angitha

neuMann, nicole

nguyen, taM

noaKes, Paige

oâ€™Keefe, finn

Paquette, liaM

ParK, sehwan

Pasco, sorcha

Patton, darrien

Pearson, Zane

Peterson, Bridgette

Player, jayden

raZa, hassaan

richards, jahMel

scaMMells, Miles

schneider, franZisKa

schneider, jana

schwagele, Kaden

sheiKh, aadil

shivashanKaran,aryan

sMith, autuMn

soares, dylan

song, juyeon

steinBrenner, livia

sundquist, BenjaMin

therrien, eMMa

thillihitZia, chaPPeron

torres, giselle

trottier, evan

vona, santina

walKer, Kennedy

weatherBee, alexis

weBB, joshua

weBB, Karrissa

weBster, Kalen

wood, gage

ZiBin, nicolus

Zinovyev, slava

Meidlinger, logan

ethan Poitras

roffel, Brendan

uPsdell-reddeKoPP, seraBeth

The Trustees and Administration of School District 22 offer their

congrATulATionS To The grADuATing clASS of 2019.

H O OL

R IC T # 2 2

ER N O N )

T IS

Joe Rogers Superintendent of Schools

Every success deserves to be celebrated and we are very proud of every student that has reached this exciting point in their lives. Wherever your future leads, be proud of the person you have become and strive to be an example that others will want to follow. We wish good luck, success and happiness to the class of 2019!

Robert Lee Chair Board of Education

Page B14 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class PLEASANT VALLEY SECONDARY SCHOOL

AIELLO-GUSSMAN, COURTENEY

ANDERSON, BRADLEY

ARLIDGE, ALYSHA

BAYERS, KYRA

BELLMANN, CAEDON

BONGERS, DANIKA

BRIDGE, KIARA

BROWN, JARED

BROWN, MATTHEW

BROYDEN, KEZIAH

BURDEN, REBECCA

CHRISTIAN, EMILY

CRERAR, MACKENZIE

CROSWELL, AYDIN

DENMAN, MATTHEW

DENNISON, ALEXIS

DESILETS, RYAN

DUMOULIN, GABRIEL

DWYER, ELI

EVANS, GRIFFIN

EZZEMOURI, JASMINE

FITZPATRICK, BETH

FOWLER, WYATT

GINN, EMMA

GORDEY, EMILY

GRAVES, WESLEY

GREGOIRE, CHACE

GRIFFIN, TIFFANY

HALLER, KORD

HAMMING, NATHAN

HARDER, BRETT

HENDERSON, IAN

HITTINGER, CARTER

HOLMAN, SARAH

HOUSEGO, HUNTER

HUBER, DYLAN

HUNTER, AYSHA

JOHNSON, MORGAN

JOSSY, BRAYDON

KANE, KINGSLEY

KELLY, JENNIFER

KILFOY, KYRA

KIMMEL, AUBREY

KING, JORDAN

KLOPPENBURG, DENAE

KOIVUMAKI, MICHAEL

KREBBERS, JACK

LABELLE, QUINN

LAPP, MICHAEL

LASS, JAMIE

LEMAIRE, MELANIE

LEUPIN, BRITTANEY

MARINELLO, LUCAS

MARTWIG, DANYON

MATVENKO, BRANDON

MCINTYRE, MACKENZIE

MCKEN, HUNTER

MINAMIDE, HAYDEN

MONSON, ALEXANDRIA

MULLER, NICO

4144 Spallumcheen Way Spallumcheen, BC V0E 1B6

Tel: 250-546-3013 Fax: 250-546-8878 Toll Free: 1-866-546-3013

Email: mail@spallumcheentwp.bc.ca Website: www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca

Congratulations 2019 Graduates

Best Wishes in all of your future endeavors!

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B15

2019 Graduating Class PLEASANT VALLEY SECONDARY SCHOOL

MUNROE, MACKENZIE

NITCHIE, KAIA

OSTOFOROFF, JAEDA

PETERSEN, HEIDI

PODSCHADLY, JESSICA

PRINGLE, JOSHUA

PURCELL, TANE

QUIBELL, JUSTINE

RAMUNNO, PASQUALE

RANGER, CHARLYSE

REES, AIDAN

REES, TAYLIA

ROBBINS, KARMYNN

SAXON, NICK

SCHROEPFLER, KADIE

SCHROEPFLER, KURTIS

SCHWAERZLE, ABIGAIL

SMITH, AUBREY

SMITH, MADISON

SMITH, RHYS

SPANJERS, ETHAN

STANG, JESSE

TKAC, EVELYNA

TORRENS, LARISSA

TROTTIER, MAKENSI

TRUMBLEY, DENVER

WALKER, NICHOLAS

WHALLEY, JAYDEN

WILLIAMS, KYRIN

WILLIAMS, WYATT

WILSON, DEANNA

WILSON, RONAN

WORM, BRIANNA

ZANDVLIET, HANNAH

ZBYTNUIK, BRETT

ZIESKE, CASON

Melanie Lemaire (from left), Morgan Johnson and Heidi Petersen stop for one of about 50 photos with family and friends before the Class of 2019 Pleasant Valley Secondary School official grad photo in Armstrong’s Memorial Park. (Roger Knox - Morning Star)

Fellow Pleasant Valley Secondary School Class of ‘19 grad Mackenize McIntyre gets a photo of Makensi Trottier (second from left) and Kiara Bridge, and dates Avry van der Meer (left) and Thomas Burton before the official class photo in Armstrong’s Memorial Park. (Roger Knox - Morning Star)

Friends through three years of pre-school and 12 years of public schooling, Pleasant Valley Secondary School Class of ‘19 grads Jaeda Ostoforoff (from left), Rebecca Burden and Sarah Holman seek some shade and sun for a picture at Armstrong’s Memorial Park. (Roger Knox - Morning Star)

Page B16 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

2019 Graduating Class A L Fortune SecondAry ScHooL

AgricolA, Brooklynne

Aitken, liAm

ArchAmBeAult, tishA

Auger, DevontAe

Avison, kAitlyn

BArBosA, Dominic

Bennett, kirA

Buzzell, WArin

cormeir, JenAis

cucksey, JoshuA

DrABiuk, mAcey

DrieDiger, riley

Felix-honeymAn, zArton

germAine, isAAk

gerstmAr, kristA

giBson, shAne

hADler, DAniel

hAnson, keegAn

hAskett, shelBy

heDmAn-nArcisse, moeshA

heins, tyson

irmen, colton

JAcoBs, viviAn

koenig, nAvi

lichti, micAh

lineker, renny

mArinus, JennA

mArshAll, trinity

mArtin, JADyn

mcFADDen, AricA

meise, DreW

meyers, viennA

mikkonen, geogriA

minAker, michAelA

mulcAster, mAkAylA

norgAn, tyler

PittmAn, ken

PoBuDA, emily

rAsmussen, liAm

sAByAn, kAitlyn

stAnley, BrAxton

stoller, kinDrA

WAll, kAtie

WAtkins, nAomi

WeBster-locke, tAylor

enderby students celebrated their graduation on June 14, spray painting their names, inside jokes, minions and more on the street outside A.l. Fortune. (karissa gall - Black Press)

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B17

2019 Graduating Class Charles Bloom seCondary sChool

ASHCROFT, BRENDA

ASHCROFT, NICOLE

BARIL, RYAN

BAYCROFT, INDIA

BIRCHWATER, CALEB

BYERS, MCKENNA

CLEVERLEY, JARYN

CROCE, DEAN

CURRIE, GEORGIA

CURRIE, KERISSA

DAVIES, RHIANNON

DAVIS, LIAM

DE JONG, TAYA

DRYSDALE, ESTHER

FARR, TALYN

FELKER-WILLSON,AUTUMN

FUNK, KAITLYN

GIBSON, JORDAN

GRAF, JACOB

JEWITT, LUKE

JEWITT, SHAE

JONES, KENDRA

KEARLEY, RYAN

KENNEDY, MILO

KILFORD, MADISON

KIM, SUNGHYUN

KINESHANKO, EMILY

LEE, MINGYEONG

LESLIE, NOAH

MACPHERSON, GILLIAN

MACWATTERS, DESTINY

MANTON, GEORGINA

MCISAAC, BETHANY

MCMANN, SARINA

MEGER, SUMMER

MORRIS, TRISTIN

MUCCI, REAGAN

MULHOLLAND, MEGHAN

PETERS, EMILY

PETERSEN, KINDRA

ROBAR, MATTHEW

ROBERTSON, KAITLYN

ROMAILLER, EMILY

SCHUNTER, HAZEL

SEXSMITH, JOSIE

SIMPSON, ABBY

SUMMERFELT, KOLBY

TAYLOR, NICHOLE

TRAPP, BRAE

WESTLAKE, ANTHANY

ZEOLKOWSKI, ZAK

Lumby proudly Congratulates the Graduates of Charles Bloom, Class of 2019!

Wishing you every success! GA E TE W HE AY TO THE MONAS

“S

im p

ly th e B e

st ”

From Mayor Acton, Councillors & Staff Ryan Kearley, Emily Moch, Abby Simpson and Brayden Blondard are pumped for graduation at Lumby’s CBSS. (Greta Helin photo)

Page B18 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

News

Time to start growing your ‘giant’ pumpkins Morning Star Staff

Halloween may be four months away, but for those planning to enter the 19th annual Harvest Pumpkin Festival’s Great Pumpkin Weight In this October now is the time to start thinking about growing their potential prize-winning entry. Presented by the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce and Valley First, a division

of First West Credit Union, the Great Pumpkin Weigh-In will be held Saturday, October 12. The weigh-in will run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and there will be categories for adults and children aged 12 and under. “This year, we are pleased to announce a cash prize (for) the largest pumpkin grown by an adult and the largest pumpkin grown in the 12-and-under

category,” said Patti Noonan executive director of the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce. “This year’s weigh-in (will be) sponsored by Valley First, which encourages everyone to grow with them.” The winner in the adult category will take home $500, and winner in the children’s category will take home $50. Children are also invited to stop by the

Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce and pick up a free giant pumpkin seed (while supplies last). Entry forms for the competition are available at the chamber office or by calling 250546-8155. The Harvest Pumpkin Festival celebrates arts, culture and families and spans 10 days. For more information, go to www. aschamber.com.

Freeze away stubborn Fat?

l o o C s ’ t Tha

Join us for our

CoolSCulpting ConSultation Day EliminatE Fat with CoolsCulpting® BEFORE

aFtER

North Okanagan Skin and Laser is one of the top CoolSculpting® providers in the Okanagan.

Tuesday, July 16

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

BEFORE

aFtER

BEFORE

aFtER

Our CLIENTS LOvE ThEIr ‘COOL’ rESuLTS!

Actual Client Photos courtesy of: North Okanagan Skin & Laser and Galina Labun, CTL.

Call 250.542.2721 to book your private consultation and receive ONE DAY ONLY Special Pricing Learn about this amazing fat-removal procedure for men and women • #1 non-surgical fat reduction treatment • Health Canada approved • Clinically proven with little to no down time • Over 7 million treatments worldwide • Developed by Harvard Scientists

Armstrong’s 19th annual Harvest Pumpkin Festival Great Pumpkin Weight In will take place Oct. 12, an event sponsored by the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce and Valley First Credit Union. (Contributed)

We've got Whisky!!

BRBN, Rye, Single-Malt, Cask Strength & Hopped

Daily Distillery Tours & Tastings Come see how craft whisky is made. 100% local.

Can’t make it to our Consultation Day? Book your Complimentary Consultation with our CoolSculpting Team Lead, Galina Labun at 250.542.2721 or info@okanaganskinandlaser.com

North Okanagan Skin & Laser #101 – 3401 33rd St.,vernon,BC

Tasting Room & Cocktail Lounge

5204 24th Street, Vernon www.OkanaganSpirits.com

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Vernon Morning Star

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B19

News

MP tables bill for RCMP Day in Canada Morning Star Staff

North Okanagan Shuswap MP Mel Arnold has introduced a private members bill in Parliament proposing Feb. 1 be recognized as as Royal Canadian Mounted Police Day in Canada. Arnold’s bill aligns with a provincial bill introduced in the B.C. legislature by Vernon-Monashee MLA Eric Foster on May 1 and a 2016 provincial bill passed in the Manitoba legislature that established Feb. 1 as Royal Canadian Mounted Police Day in Manitoba. “As we prepare to mark a century of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police defending the law and keeping Canadians safe, it is fitting to recognize the RC-

MP’s service with an annual day of recognition,” said Arnold. “I am honoured to introduce this bill to establish recognition of the RCMP in federal legislation and I thank everyone who has contributed to this important initiative.” The RCMP was established on Feb. 1, 1920 when the Royal Northwest Mounted Police, founded in 1873, and the Dominion Police, founded in 1868, merged. Today’s RCMP is made up of almost 30,000 individuals – 18,000 officers and 12,000 support personnel. “The men and women of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, from coastto-coast-to-coast, have served Canada with distinction for

driven by Vernon’s RCMP Appreciation Day in B.C. Committee. The organization expanded in May to form the RCMP Day in Canada Committee to build support for a national RCMP Day. “As a grassroots group, we want to recognize the commitment that the men and women of the RCMP have made and continue to make each and every day,” said Martin von Holst, chairman of the RCMP Appreciation Day Committee. “RCMP members leave their homes and families to put their lives on the line North Okanagan-Shuswap MP Mel Arnold has tabled a private members bill in Ottawa calling for Feb. 1 to be proclaimed RCMP Day across to serve and protect Canada. (File Photo) us and our communearly a century,” said to build momentum House of Commons Feb. 1 as Royal Cana- promote appreciation nities across Canada Foster. “I am proud from grassroots vol- in Ottawa.” dian Mounted Police of Canada’s national and for that we are Efforts to establish Day to recognize and police force has been deeply grateful.” to see this campaign unteers in Vernon to of appreciation for the legislative assemthe RCMP continue bly in Victoria to the

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY Today, tomorrow . . . forever reCreation eduCation environment arts soCial serviCes

Community makes you. you make your Community. “Having been a director for over 10 years I have seen the Community Foundation become increasingly responsive to both the needs of our local communities, as well as our diverse donors. Some donors want to make an immediate impact, some donors want to leave a gift in a will, some start an endowment fund they can add to over time, some just want to make a small one-time gift to add to our annual community grants program. All gifts make a difference… all donors make a difference!” - Calvin Hoy, Director

The Community Foundation is a link between donors that care, and causes that matter. Each year we give out over $500,000 in grants without touching the endowed principal, creating a renewable source of income for the future. We are a charity for ALL charities. Whether you are interested in education, or the arts, helping the hungry, or supporting children or seniors, the Community Foundation is here to help make the North Okanagan a better place.

www.cfno.org www.CFNO.org Leanne@cfno.org 250.542.8655

Page B20 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

News

UBC Okanagan study seeking North Okanagan participants Morning Star Staff

In collaboration with the Land to Table Network, a UBC Okanagan research team is seeking North

Okanagan residents to participate in a twopart study. The research will be examining food purchasing preferences

and behaviour. The RDNO is a funding partner with the North Okanagan Land to Table Network and encourag-

es people in the area to participate in the study. The study takes place through an online survey tool. Ques-

tions will involve participant’s self-reported food purchasing behaviour and preferences. The second stage

is optional and will involve tracking food purchases throughout the month of July. Successful completion of both stages will enter participants to win a $400 cash

prize. Results from this study will be used to inform action taken to strengthen the regional food system. If you are interested in participating,

access the survey by using the following link: https://bit.ly/2Y1frLf or by emailing Eric Douglas at eric. douglas@alumni.ubc. ca.

IPE PreSale Ride Bracelets and Family Passes On Sale nOW! ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL AUGUST 27, 2019 AT 11:59PM! AvAilAble At these wonderful sponsors of the ipe

available starting august 1st at askew’s locations

• 2-1698 Powick Rd, Kelowna, BC

• #8 - 3305 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC

• 4701 25 Avenue, Vernon, BC

• 436 Main Street, Sicamous, BC • 111 Lakeshore Drive, Salmon Arm, BC • 2701 11th Ave, NE Salmon Arm, BC

cash only please (no change!)

Armstrong and Enderby

• 3085 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC

• 2475 Patterson Avenue, Armstrong, BC • Enderby & District Financial 703 Mill Avenue, Enderby, BC

Don’t miss it! September long weekend in Armstrong!

Ride all DaY! Reg $45 but get it before August 27th and it’s $35!

Family One-Date Gate Pass - Regular $40

Get it before August 27th and it’s $35 (2 adults and up to 4 children under 12)

A UBC research team is seeking North Okanagan resident participation on a study examining food purchasing preferences and behavour. (Contributed)

It’s all In the DetaIls! Have your Toyota sparkle inside and out TOYOTA TOUCH CLEANING AND DETAILING SERVICES. UltImate DetaIl startInG From

279.95*

120 annual th

Buy all tickets online at

at t h e I P e

armstrongipe.com

DL# 30382

lImIteD tIme oFFer.

*Price may vary based on condition & size of vehicle and subject to change without notice. See Service Dept. for full details.

Visit us at vernontoyota.com

250-545-0687 3401 - 48th Ave Vernon

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B21

News

Tolko support helps build new daycare in Lumby Morning Star Staff

For many working parents, the challenge of finding quality childcare within a commutable distance of their home and workplace can be difficult. The lack of childcare services is not only challenging for families, but also for employers who struggle to attract and retain skilled workers with families. Thanks to a grant from the B.C. Ministry of Children and Family Development and a Community Gaming Grant, the Bridge Educational Society has undertaken the task of building the Early Years Daycare Centre. Located in Lumby, the facility will serve families in the North Okanagan. The new centre will offer 63 spaces for infant, daycare, preschool and school-aged care, serving children from birth to 12 years of age. According to officials, the curriculum’s focus will be to provide a safe and nurturing environ-

Grants from the province and support from Tolko Industries is helping to build a new 63-space child care centre in Lumby. (File Photo) ment that fosters wonder and aged to connect with nature. Society with this project and Roxanne Brierley, treasurimagination, where children Forest company Tolko In- has donated lumber and ply- er with the society, and the are immersed in a culture of dustries said it is proud to sup- wood for the facility’s con- project’s capital campaign community and are encour- port the Bridge Educational struction. coordinator, said that there

Congratulations Patrick! The families of Dr. Patrick Jolicoeur, from the UK and Canada, are so proud of him and wish to congratulate him on the completion of his PhD. After graduating from Seaton Secondary School, Patrick attended the University of Victoria and graduated with his Bachelor of Arts (Honours} with distinction in Anthropology.

B t e uilding G s ’ t e ! L Mill ill Direct Dir

By Appointment Only

Wednesdays, 9AM - 2PM Pine & Cedar Cedar Fencing - Decking Siding - Trim 1x2 – 2x12 Cedar & Pine Posts

He went on to earn his Masters Degree and PhD in Archeology at the University of Glasgow, in Scotland, graduating in 2019. Patrick and Brogan will be residing in Toronto where he will be continuing his research in the archaeology of the Canadian Arctic at the University of Toronto with funding from the W. Garfield Weston Foundation.

is a critical need for childcare facilities in the Okanagan. “Based on our research, we know parents are looking for more child care options,” said Brierley. “By making more spaces available and offering a well-rounded program, these children will have the opportunity to thrive in a caring environment and build a solid foundation.” The new centre was described as a “incredible” opportunity for the community and for Tolko employees, said Scot Durward, manager, of operations and woodlands human resources with Tolko Industries. “Finding safe and appropriate child care is a worry for many new parents,” he said. “We are grateful to be part of a childcare solution that increases capacity, supports the local community and provides our employees with access to quality childcare spaces that support working families.” The daycare is scheduled to open at the end of summer.

*Debit & Credit C edit Only

Dr. Patrick Jolicoeur, BA (Hons), MLitt, PhD

History repeats itself and 5 years and 6 months of hard work in the UK is life changing.

Welcome back to Canada.

Gate 3 Lumber 4175 Crozier Rd.,Armstrong Phone for Appointment 250-546-6808

Page B22 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

Activity

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Akbal Mund, chairman of the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee (left), and Kevin Acton, chairman of the RDNO, cut the ribbon June 25 at the new regional UV disinfection facility. (Contributed)

Water flowing through new UV facility Morning Star Staff

Horoscope Let your emotions lead the way this year. Bring about change because it makes you happy, helps you feel secure, or gives you a sense of accomplishment. Partnerships should be a priority. Choose people who bring out the best in you and who complement what you have to offer, not those who bring you down. CANCER (June 21-July 22) Make positive suggestions and lend a helping hand. Don’t make a change just because someone else does. Don’t react or respond impulsively. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Let change come to you. Refuse to let your emotions take control or lead you into an unsavory situation. Choose peace and love over discord, and health over excess and indulgence. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) an attitude adjustment will encourage you to make a change. Let go of people and situations that have been dragging you down. a practical lifestyle will get you back on track. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Force issues and make things happen. if you don’t, someone else

By EugEnia Last

will take charge and control what you can and cannot do. if you don’t take action, you’ll have only yourself to blame. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) your emotions will dictate the changes you make. try not to let anger or irrational behavior lead to a no-win situation. think matters through before you take action. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Review your relationships with others. Reducing stress can be as easy as eliminating the people or situations that are causing you grief. Do what’s best for you. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Deals can be made if you are direct about what you want and what you have to offer. Don’t expect everyone to be pleased by a change to how you think or do things. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Do your own thing and don’t let what others say or do interfere with your plans. use your skills and experience to help you get ahead. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) take a time-out and do something

that you find relaxing. Catching up with an old friend or curling up with a book will ease stress. Put your health and emotional well-being first. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Read the fine print if you are negotiating a contract. Make an adjustment to your living

The Nea Bridge by Phillip Alder

IF ONLY WE COULD USE CLEAR MIRRORS Marcus Tullius Cicero, a Roman orator, said, “All action is of the mind, and the mirror of the mind is the face, its index the eyes.” At the bridge table, all action is of the mind, which receives data from the eyes -- the bids made (assuming you are using boxes, not bidding verbally) and the cards played. However, our choices would be much more accurate if we could use mirrors to see the other three hands. As an example, in today’s deal, what would West normally lead against four hearts? What would work better?

arrangements or help an older relative get used to inevitable changes. Put some time aside for romance. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Handle people with care. How you deal with others will make a difference in how well you are treated in return. Choose to be

kind and sensitive, not critical or demanding. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) a professional change that offers greater freedom should be looked at seriously. Money is important, but not more so than your mental and emotional health. aim to lower stress.

The bidding went smoothly. After East opened one club, South made a weak jump overcall. West was not strong enough to compete with three clubs, especially when it might have been a 4-3 fit. North jumped to four hearts, chasing the vulnerable game bonus. Finally, East decided to stay out, not to make a value-showing double (over which, presumably, West would have passed).

guess to finesse his nine.

West’s normal lead is the club 10. South, assuming trumps are 2-1, can see four potential losers: one spade, one heart and two diamonds. He needs to establish a diamond trick on which he can discard dummy’s low spade. He will ruff the club, cash his heart ace and play a diamond to the king and ace. Back comes a spade to dummy’s king. Now declarer leads the diamond six. When East plays low, South must

But if West has a clean mirror, he will lead a spade at trick one, giving the defense the jump on establishing its spade trick, and leaving declarer with no chance.

It’s offcial. Vernon residents have award-winning water. The Regional District of North Okanagan celebrated the official opening Tuesday, June 25, of the new ultraviolet disinfection facility which disinfects water from Duteau Creek, a primary source for Greater Vernon Water. The newly-built plant, along with the existing dissolved air flotation plant, treats 60 per cent of the domestic and irrigation water used in the Greater Vernon area. “The completion of this new UV disinfection facility is helping ensure the communities of the North Okanagan have the modern infrastructure they need to provide residents with high-quality water for years to come,” said François-Philippe Champagne, federal infrastructure and communities minister. “Investing in public infrastructure like this is vital to creating livable communities where people enjoy a better quality of life.” Construction for the UV disinfection plant started in 2017 and was completed earlier this year. The project received a $5.81 million grant from federal and provincial governments through the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund. “Our government is focused on delivering the services people count on and we are proud to have helped the Regional District of North Okanagan to make this project a reality,” said Selina Robinson, B.C.’s municipal affairs minister. “Thanks to this investment, the residents of the community can now feel confident knowing that the water from their taps is clean and safe to drink.” “We have made important strides in the past 15 years when it comes to Greater Vernon’s water quality,” added Vernon city councillor Akbal Mund, chairman of the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee. “Citizens and businesses who receive water from the Duteau Creek source can turn on their taps, knowing that they have high-quality drinking water in their homes and businesses.”

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

Friday, June 28, 2019 Page B23

In the heart of downtown vernon. walkIng dIstance to shoppIng & appoIntments

1 + 2 Bedroom Suites Available Competitive Pricing Fabulous Accommodations Highest Standard of Service

Alexis Park Drive

Canterbury Court

Schubert Centre

Safeway

30th Avenue

â€œWhile Mom was at Canterbury Court, she especially loved the Library and Happy Hours, watching people dancing. The music was good. The food was REALLY GOOD, and the choices were amazing! She also loved the decorations as the seasons change in this beautiful place. The staff know everyone and nothing was ever any trouble for the staff where she was concerned.â€? Marilyn Todosychuk

Visit us at 3011 Gateby Pl, Vernon | 250-503-2054 | www.canterburycourt.ca

Page B24 Friday, June 28, 2019

Vernon Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

starts

nation CeLebration Continues!

Happy

today! *

days of speCtaCuLar storeWide

savings!

bosch dishwasher

599

mattresses

reclining sofa and Loveseat

recliner Made in CANADA

each pc.

999

7pc table & Chairs

starting at

199

Queen upholstered bed

E HOM DIAN ALLIANCE A N A C GS ISHIN FURN

aileR t e R 2018 he YeaR of t eRN WeStaDa CaN

799

349

famous brand names

799

savings

in every dep artmen

* See store for details.

*See store for details.

Canada day Weekend Hours:

"Like" us on

facebook

5401 Anderson WAy, Vernon â€¢ 250-549-3121

Fri. June 28 ...9:30 AM - 9 PM Sat. June 29 ...9:30 AM - 6 PM Sun. June 30.....11 AM - 5 PM Mon. July 1 ......11 AM - 5 PM