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CAMPAIGN AIMS TO LAND WESTJET Hundreds take to Facebook to voice support for bringing WestJet service to Penticton Kristi Patton

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Jeannie Cavallo has lost a number of clients due to a lack of direct Àight service at the Penticton airport. “One speci¿cally I can remember was looking at purchasing a $700,000 house,” said the real estate agent. Cavallo is just one of about 380 people who have joined a social media movement trying to garner the attention of WestJet since they announced they are considering a regional carrier. “If people have a summer home here, they want to be able to Ày directly in here. For them to Ày from Calgary to Vancouver and then to Penticton, is just not something they are willing to do,” said Cavallo. “I have had numerous people from Calgary saying with no Àights, there is no way they could live here. The same goes for those heading back and forth for business, it is just too hard.” Hers isn’t the only story of lost business and hardships caused by having to travel an hour north to Kelowna for direct Àights to Calgary and further east. One Penticton woman posted on the Facebook page her husband Àies in and out on WestJet every six days for work from Kelowna. Another woman complains of the hours spent driving to Kelowna, as she estimates her family Àies at least 16 times a year. Penticton’s Rob Murphy, who set up the Facebook group, said he believes it is a great venue for people to express their support for having WestJet land in Penticton. He even points to the recent Huf¿ngton Post article where a survey on Facebook chose Penticton as one of the 10 best places in the world to visit. “I think there is a lot more support than we realize. I also think there are a lot of people in other markets that would come here more frequently, either as tourist or for business, if they could Ày directly here,” said Murphy.

WestJet obviously is keeping an eye on the community support. Murphy took to Twitter on Monday trying to start a conversation and get a buzz going amongst Penticton residents to show their support for the regional carrier. By Tuesday, he had a Facebook group set up and WestJet public relations direct messaging him. “They basically told me if the regional airline gets approved by their shareholders they have over 50 cities that are currently courting them. They are looking at and monitoring social media and community support in each of those cities as part of the package that their team is putting together for when they start to consider these cities,” said Murphy. “I think we need to be aggressive. I think the old cliché, the squeaky wheel gets the grease, applies.” WestJet announced last month it is considering a new short-haul, regional airline starting as early as 2013 using a Àeet of approximately 40 smaller, turboprop aircraft. The company, which largely has employees as stockholders, was to ¿nish their voting on the decision if they should move forward with a regional carrier by today. “We continue to be focused on the internal process with voting still underway. Until this process is complete and the board of directors has had the opportunity to review their feedback, we will not have any additional updates,” said Jennifer Sanford, media relations advisor for WestJet. David Allen, Penticton airport manager, said it is too early in the game to determine if the airport would need renovations to accommodate a regional carrier. While the runway can accommodate many different types of planes, one issue could be in the terminal building. Currently, the building has a hold room with a capacity of 50 people, and any renovations would have to go through Transport Canada. “I don’t think that will be the main issue. I think it will be if WestJet will want to come here. When we met with them three years ago they were very, very concerned that if they went to Penticton it would dilute the passenger traf¿c in Kelowna. I am sure that is still a big concern for them,” said Allen.

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Debt levels give rise to student protest Steve Kidd Western News Staff

College students from 20 years ago would probably have found some of the slogans painted on the signs carried by students this week eerily familiar. Student debt has been a problem for many years, but according to the students involved in the “All Out” national day of protest on Wednesday, the problem is reaching epic proportions. “Students across the country are racking up an enormous student loan debt. Canadian students are almost at $15 billion in debt, so we are calling on the federal government to do something about that,” said Ross Saunders, the local chair of the Okanagan College Students’ Union. Waving signs with slogans like “Drop Student Debt,” “Reduce Tuition Fees” and “Build Futures”, about 25 Okanagan College students marched through the rain to the old railway bridge over the Channel Parkway on Wednesday. When they got there, they were greeted by several enthusiastic honks from passing motorists as they hung a large banner, reading “Education is a Right”, from the walkway. These protestors, united with their counterparts at campuses across the country, are thing to raise public awareness about the problems facing the students, calling on both federal and provincial governments to get in-

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OKANAGAN COLLEGE students shout and wave signs from atop the old railway bridge over the Channel Parkway Wednesday, joining in a national day of protest over rising student debt.

volved and work together to reduce tuition fees, drop student debt and increase funding for public post-secondary education. “We are calling on the provincial government to increase core funding to colleges. Right now, colleges are not funded at the rate of inÀation, and

without these inÀationary funds, colleges are forced to pass that cost on to students in the form of tuition fees. Okanagan College is the highest priced public college in B.C,” said Saunders. “B.C. has a very serious tuition fee problem, and Premier Christy Clark shouldn’t ignore it any longer.”

Tuition fees have more than doubled in the last decade, pushing student debt to record highs. B.C. ranks dead last among the provinces in grants and other student aid disbursements, according to the students’ union. “We are also calling on the federal government to help deal with this. We

are asking for a post-secondary education act, mirroring the health act,” said Saunders. “So instead of just a block transfer fund that we get from the federal government to the provincial government, we are asking for a speci¿c dedicated amount of money for the purpose of education.” Earlier this year, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives published a study showing that post-secondary graduates pay more than the full cost of their diploma or degree in taxes after graduation. According to the students’ union, the conclusions reached in the study mean that students and their families are overcharged for post-secondary education, and tuition fees should be reduced. “That will help make education more accessible for everyone, which is something we want,” said Saunders. “Because right now, education is not accessible for everybody in the country.” “Student debt in B.C. is at a record high,” said Zach Crispin, chair of the Canadian Federation of Students for B.C. “Students and their families are sick of governments squabbling over jurisdiction. We demand the provincial and federal government work together to eliminate students’ debt.” The Okanagan College Students’ Union represents over 5,000 students at the Salmon Arm, Penticton and Kelowna campuses of Okanagan College.

Hockey dorm construction hits ﬁnancial hurdle Simone Blais Western News Staff

Construction on the Eckhardt Avenue hockey dormitory has been delayed after ¿nancing fell through, but a consultant brought on to oversee the project vows it will move ahead and all trades will get paid. Alex Fraser of Citation Ventures con¿rmed the sale of city land did not go through and that the 150-bed dormitory will not be ¿nished by the August completion date initially given. However, he said he believes it is a 10-month project that can still move ahead after the sale is ¿nalized. “We’re moving ahead. It’s not just as simple as closing a land deal,” he said. “We’re looking at the end of February or early March to get going again, pay off the trade payables and put money aside to pay for construction so we don’t have to start and stop.

“As long as there’s no skeletons found in the closet in the next week, we’re hoping to ¿le the documents.” Council approved the sale of nine city-owned lots totalling 1.3 acres on Eckhardt Avenue for the purchase price of $925,000 in November. Soil testing on site began immediately, and fences were erected to guard drilling equipment placed on the site. While many remarked how much work had been conducted initially, progress stalled in the last several weeks. Penticton Mayor Dan Ashton said he couldn’t really discuss the issue as land sales fall under in-camera subject matter, which is to be discussed by council members today (Friday). “I am disappointed, but I was very encouraged to see the interest in the lenders to come out here,” he said, noting it’s a positive that the new player has met with the architect, the Okanagan Hockey Academy and others. “Right now the offer on the property has failed. We have a non-

refundable deposit, but I remain hopeful that something can be worked out to make sure the trades are looked after and that they can move ahead to make something that’s viable for Penticton, positive for the hockey school and positive for everyone.” Fraser said he and his partner, Art Fennell, were called in late November to help ¿nd investors for the project. He said developer Loren Reagan had ¿nancing in place when he approached the city in September for the project, but the lender backed out at the last minute. “We’re new to this. We just got in, and we’re doing the best we can,” he said of Citation’s involvement, noting they ¿rst saw the budget for the project in the middle of December. Citation may be new to Penticton, but Fraser said his investors are familiar with the type of project: they work with those who have brought more than 300 dormitory projects to universities and colleges throughout

Ontario and the Maritimes. “This is going to be a revised, ramped-up project,” he said. Fraser said Citation is not renegotiating the price of the land, but they need to conduct some “due diligence” regarding the work conducted on site before closing the deal. Less than $1 million in trades work has been completed so far for the $15 million project, Fraser said, adding that contractors with payable amounts outstanding will be covered. “They are going to get paid,” he said. Fraser said he believes in the project after meeting with Okanagan Hockey Academy representatives, and that they’ve assembled a “cohesive unit” of players alongside Reagan to push the project along. Support from Mayor Ashton has been strong, he added. “We’re making sure we have the money to keep going,” Fraser said. “We’ve strengthened the team to make it better.”

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Peru beckons for group of Pen High students Steve Kidd Western News Staff

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highlands of Peru, near Cusco. It’s also located close to a number of signi¿cant ruins of the Incan Empire, including Machu Picchu. More importantly, there are people waiting for the students to do humanitarian work, said Karen Boyd, one of the teacher organizers from Pen High. “We will be having ¿ve projects while we are there. They haven’t let us know yet what those projects are, but they are on the lines of putting up a building, digging ditches, painting … hard labour,” said Boyd. To help ¿nance this trip, the group is holding a garage sale at Pen High from 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday. “We were going to do it at a home, but with the slippery road conditions, we decided we could do it here in the multi-purpose room,” said Boyd, who has been watching donated items pile up in her classroom from parents and other community members. “Whatever we sell, all the proceeds will go to our project,” she said. “We have everything from toilets and bathtubs to clothing and books and lots of children’s and baby’s items.” This is the fourth fundraiser for the Peru trip and, according to Boyd, likely the ¿nal

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PENTICTON SECONDARY SCHOOL student Jordan Schalm helps Amaya Black try on a Peruvian hat. A group of the school’s students will be headed to Peru to help out residents of a village there.

one. So far, they have held a dinner dance at the Penticton Yacht Club, sold chocolates through Purdy’s and poinsettias through Art Knapp’s. “We want to help the kids as much as we can,” said Boyd. “They are just amazing students who want to see what it is like

on the other side of the world and help out.” The students will be staying in the homes of the townspeople, two to a home, while in Urubamba. Between the home-stays, the humanitarian work and the experience of travel, Boyd said it is an all-round enriching experience for the students.

“They are often pretty moved by how they have been received and how little people survive with. It gives them a really nice outlook to their own life and starts them on a path,” she said. “We are a global economy, we’re trying to see what we can do to help all portions of it.”

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19 and 20, Block 33, District Lot 202, SDYD, Plan 269 located at 601 and 609 Ellis St.

ZONING AMENDMENT 601 & 609 ELLIS STREET BYLAW #2012-02 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. Monday, February 6, 2012 at Penticton City Hall, 171 Main Street, Penticton, B.C. to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 201202 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2011-23 as follows: To rezone Lots 19 and 20, Block 33, District Lot 202, SDYD, Plan 269 located at 601 and 609 Ellis St. from Duplex Housing: Lane (RD2) to Urban Centre Commercial (C5). The applicant proposes to construct a four storey, mixed-use development, with commercial on the first floor and residential units throughout floors 2 to 4.

Any person whose interest may be affected by the proposed amendments may appear in person, by petition or by attorney. Delegations and Submissions will be received no later than 12 noon on Monday, February 6, 2012 to Attention: Corporate Ofﬁcer, City of Penticton, 171 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5A9; Email: publichearings@penticton.ca.No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Please note that all submissions are a matter of public record. Those persons with special hearing, language or access needs should contact City Hall at 250-490-2400 prior to the meeting. The above mentioned bylaws and supporting information may be inspected between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, up to and including Monday, February 6, 2012,

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Rentals claim legal victory Kristi Patton Western News Staff

The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled that property owners in Naramata have been lawfully operating their private visitor accommodation. The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen took Naramata property owners Robert and Cari Leach to court in May 2011. The RDOS was contending the owner was operating a vacation rental contrary to the restrictions placed on a private visitor accommodation/bed and breakfast operation. They also claimed it was contrary to the intent of the residential zoning of the property. Justice Jane Dardi ruled on Jan. 18 that the Leaches did not contravene the permitted secondary use of their single-family dwelling. “It was an interpretation of the bylaw that was applicable to that area. Every area has its own bylaw, and some of them are more effective than others at controlling short-term rentals,” said the Leaches’ lawyer Daniel Mildenberger. “It is a big win for anyone who wants to rent shortterm because there is quite a few people who do that up there.” In 2007, the regional district moved forward to force compliance based on the zoning regulations which do not allow for short-term vacation rentals on properties zoned for single-family residential use. The Leaches were the third vacation rental property owner in Naramata

to become the subject of legal action. Effectively, the ruling determines that those operating under the bylaws currently will not have to comply with any future amended bylaws. “They would fall under the rules of the day when they started the business. The rules (when amended) would affect all new vacation rentals,” said Donna Butler, development services department manager for the RDOS. “The ones that are there currently operating still have requirements and regulations they would have to meet.” RDOS CAO Bill Newell told the Western News on Wednesday that the legal action against the Leaches was the “test case” and he was unsure of what was going to happen with the other two property owners. “I think we will re-evaluate. I think our lawyer is looking through the ¿ndings of the court, and if we have to amend some of our legislation, we may do that ¿rst,” said Newell. The RDOS hopes to tighten up, improve de¿nitions and make the eight zoning bylaws related to the vacation rental issue in the region clearer. Currently, the bylaw for the Naramata area allows not more than three bedrooms and a maximum of three guests. The RDOS said it will continue to enforce the bylaw when there is complaints, including excessive noise, which can be issued to SOS Security at 250-492-0911 for

bylaw enforcement action. Eileen Liska, the Discover Naramata association contact, said the court ruling is a win for those with vacation rentals. “I would certainly think it would be (a victory) for those that have vacation rentals, then they don’t have to worry about it,” said Liska. “At one time it was said that if you were planning on renting a vacation rental that at some point in time you may be told you weren’t able to, depending on what the outcome of the RDOS was. So now there is no worries.” DiscoverNarmata.com is a website where many of the bed and breakfast businesses from Naramata, and some from Penticton, have come together to advertise themselves and promote the area. Liska said there was a concern for those with vacation rentals as to what the outcome of the Leaches’ trial would be. “But I guess now it is fairly clear cut,” she said. Since the ruling, the RDOS sent out a press release stating they are concerned about the potential impact of this use on residential neighbourhoods. The regional district is now reviewing its legal options for an appeal, but said at this time it wants to clarify the signi¿cance of the ruling. Legal costs of the court action are covered by all of the electoral areas as part of the planning function and there will be no additional costs to Area E property owners.

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he plight of B.C. post-secondary students was on clear display to drivers on Penticton’s Channel Parkway Wednesday morning. The Okanagan College Students’ Union joined counterparts around the province to protest the rising tuition rates that are threatening to bury the next generation of Canadian workers beneath a mountain of debt. The Canadian Federation of Students’ day of action calls on the provincial and federal government to work together to reduce tuition fees, drop student debt and increase funding for public postsecondary education. The biggest ¿nancial barrier to education got even bigger this year in B.C. Tuition fees have climbed more than $4,800 at B.C. universities, according to Statistics Canada. Average student debt in British Columbia is nearly $27,000 after a four-year program. With compound interest over a 10-year repayment period, that ¿gure balloons to $34,000. Last week, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives published a study showing that postsecondary graduates pay more than the full cost of their diploma or degree in taxes after graduation. While there is no doubt a post-secondary education brings a dramatic increase to a worker’s earning power, an educated workforce also strengthens Canada’s economic foundation. All levels of government need to do more to make sure that a quality education is available to Canadians of all income levels. “A system of student loans places an unfair burden on low-income and marginalized students by making them pay more for their education,” said Zach Crispin, chair of the Canadian Federation of Students for B.C. “This underscores the pressing need to reduce tuition fees and restore the B.C. grants program.” Hopefully Canada’s political leaders can hear the impassioned plea from the next generation before debt overcomes their once-promising futures. PENTICTON WESTERN

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No escape from tragedy in Syria “The Security Council cannot go about imposing solutions in crisis situations in various countries of the world,” said Vitaly Churkin, Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations, as the UN began discussing what to do about the Syrian crisis last Friday. He needn’t worry. Even as Syria drifts inexorably towards a catastrophic civil war, nobody else is willing to put troops into the country, so how are they going to impose anything? You can’t blame them for their reluctance, because Syria isn’t Libya. It is a big country with a powerful army, the core of which will remain loyal to the Assad regime right down to the last ditch. A good 30 percent of the civilian population will join them in the ditch: the Alawites (Shia), the Christians, and some of the Kurds and Druze, all of whom fear that the overthrow of the regime will put the Sunni Arab majority in the driving seat. That’s where they should be, of course — they are at more than 70 per cent of the population — but when revolutions triumphed recently in Tunisia and Egypt, the subsequent elections brought explicitly Islamic parties to power. There’s no evidence that those parties will actually abuse the civil rights of minorities, but given the increasingly sectarian

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Dyer Straits nature of the struggle in Syria, the minorities there are frightened by the prospect of Sunni power. So the minorities will stick with President Bashar al-Assad no matter what his forces do to the Sunnis, and there are enough of them, given the regime’s virtual monopoly of heavy weapons, to hold out against either domestic insurgency or foreign military intervention for a long time. That’s why there won’t be any foreign military intervention. But it’s getting worse in Syria. Several suburbs of Damascus itself have now fallen into rebel hands, and Assad’s forces are shelling neighbourhoods only 5 km from the centre of the city. Since last March, about 5,400 people have been killed by the regime’s military and paramilitary troops, and

the 200 observers sent by the Arab League in December didn’t even slow the rate of killing. In fact, the Arab League has even drafted a joint resolution with Britain, France and Germany that threatens unspeci¿ed further measures against the Syrian regime if Assad does not step aside. Nabil al-Arabi, the head of the Arab League, is in New York this week to present it to the Security Council in person. That’s the good news. The bad news is that the Syrian regime has already rejected the Arab League’s demand, insisting that what’s really happening in Syria is attacks by “armed terrorist gangs” (i.e. alQaeda) backed by Israel and the United States. Ridiculous, but a lot of Alawites and Christians actually believe it. The worse news is that Russia will veto the resolution before the Security Council anyway. Assad is Moscow’s only real ally in the Middle East, and Russia’s only naval base in the Mediterranean is on the Syrian coast. Bad Moscow — but the truth is that foreign military intervention would probably not stop the killing at this point unless it was truly massive. That wouldn’t happen even with a dozen Security Council resolutions. The worst news of all is that this probably means that Syria is

heading down into the same kind of hell that Lebanon went through in its 15-year civil war (1975-90). It has just gone on too long. The Syrian protests began as a brave attempt to emulate the nonviolent revolutions in Tunisia and Egypt. The Assad regime would kill people, of course, but if the protesters stood fast and refused to kill back, ultimately the regime’s support would just drain away. Non-violence was doubly important in the Syrian case, because if it were a violent revolution various minorities would feel gravely threatened. Alas, that non-violent strategy has foundered on the rock of Syria’s sectarian and ethnic divisions. Sunni deserters from the army started ¿ghting back, and all the other communities took fright. Now it’s a civil war in which the regime has the heavy weapons but the Sunni Arabs have the numbers. This does not mean that the “Arab spring” was a mistake, or even that it is over. Few other Arab countries have as divided a population or as ruthless a regime as Syria. But it is still a great tragedy. Gwynne Dyer is a Londonbased independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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More enforcement needed on area trails From Ed Bonthoux’s letter I gather he is an ATV user. I expect he is not one of those who have done thousands of dollars damage in such areas as around Chute Lake, up and around the Garnet Valley, the Telemark ski trails at Westbank (Google Westside Weekly ATV Damage Telemark) and the Wrinkly Face Cliff Provincial Park up above Win¿eld. He cites an example of PSI that is totally meaningless without saying if it includes the driver and considerable horsepower of some ATVs. They can easily chew down to the bedrock, as the top soil is quite thin in the Okanagan hills, and with low rainfall, damage takes many years to repair itself. As ATVs are not considered a motor vehicle under the Motor Vehicles Act (otherwise Wal-Mart’s parking lot would be full of them), I would like to know where Mr. Bonthoux got the idea he could use such a vehicle on public roads and property. Given that you now need to take a course and hold a licence to operate a small boat on an open lake, surely someone operating a motorized vehicle that often has considerable power (trail bikes included) on a con¿ned gravel road or anywhere on public

Reducing the risk

I see a possible corrective measure to the confusion created in communities upon the release of high-risk offenders into our society. Together I believe we can make a difference. After all it is our duty to each other. We could maintain integrity amongst us as a good role model to our children and effectively set up an environment of healing to a recovering victim of abuse who is now called an offender. This is my appeal to organizations or individuals responsible for the release of highrisk offenders into communities: Set up public meetings with volunteer community members, the offender and the offender’s support group (probation of¿cer, counsellor, etc.) and give the offender a chance to share. Acknowledge the offender as a product of our society, who as an adult is now in a position to correct his behaviour. Express sincerest apologies for the lack of understanding on how to handle the situation. Acknowledge the risk to the community and the risk to the offender in the community. Brainstorm a mutual understanding of how to proceed. Set up a protocol for how to execute a plan of action. Additional ideas that might contribute to bringing about a deeper and mutual understanding for how to proceed is for both parties to embrace: consideration for others; rational understanding; increased rational experiences; neutralizing foolish impulsive actions; neutralizing foolish impulsive attitudes; and empowering our children to do so amongst themselves. Consider a workzone-related incentive, such as education or employment for accomplishments that contribute to an improved society and quality of life for everyone. Claudia Busch Kaleden

Believe it or not

Kevin Falcon, minister of ¿nance, deputy premier and who knows what else, made some announcements Jan. 10 regarding the provincial economy and its indebtedness. The announcements were made to thwart the efforts of government employees to seek a pay raise. He emphatically said that there is no money for that to happen. Evidently, the government employees in question haven’t been following the ongoing saga of the teacher-government gambit. The minister has stated that there is a shortfall of $450 million that he hopes to re-

property where they are going to be in conÀict with pedestrians should have to go through some sort of training and carry insurance. And please Mr. Bonthoux, do not try to put a positive spin on ATVs by mentioning the disabled, as it is a point I have heard ad nauseam by the ATV crowd. This is almost as low as city council trying to put a positive spin on their proposed deer slaughter by saying the meat would go to the soup kitchens. While there is an argument to have the KVR opened up, perhaps at certain times to the genuinely disabled, the disabled should not be used to try and gain more access for all ATV users, as this will only result in access to other areas where they can cause more damage. And for the record, the Adventurers’ Club did make a donation to Agur Camp last year. As to donating towards trail upkeep, the Adventurers’ Club also made a donation to the KVR last year and, in view of Mr. Bonthoux’s comments, I took the trouble to go and look at names engraved in the KVR Pavilion (east of the Lakeshore Inn) where I found not only my own fam-

coup by 2013-2014. Again, some smoke and mirror tactics. He is going on the assumption that his party will still form the government. Who knows? Minister Falcon has opened a webpage and welcomes — yes, welcomes — suggestions as to how the province can attain this. Correct me if I’m wrong, isn’t that the job of the ¿nance minister? If not, what is his job mandate and why is he salaried? If one were to make use of the minister’s website to make suggestions as to how to save money it might go something like this: Bring MLA salaries back to a level of reality, as they are only in sessions for about 38 days a year. Maybe a 15 to 20 per cent rollback on MLA salaries and expenses might be in order Maybe a hefty rollback or a decrease in staff in the upper echelon of ICBC where the 50 top ICBC employees collectively garner almost $14 million might be a viable way to save. If you average that out, it comes to about $280,000 per person overall, according to a FOI search. This doesn’t take into consideration the rank and ¿le in the trenches (of¿ces and other outlets) who do the legwork to make ICBC function. How many hundreds of employees is that, and at what cost? It brings into question that if the government is going to be taking $750 million from ICBC over the next three years to save the taxpayers money on borrowing, why the need for an increase in insurance premiums? Where’s the saving to the taxpayers? Reduce the income and bene¿ts of Crown corporation executives. Why do they warrant such high paycheques and bene¿ts? I’m sorry Mr. Falcon, I don’t buy the argument that paying high salary and bene¿t packages, including ridiculous severance packages, always means that the best person has been hired to ¿ll that position. In a P.T. Barnum world, you’d be sitting front row centre. Make “quality spending” a priority instead of putting a $600 million roof on B.C. Place stadium. The touted “Families First” should be a reality program and not a political buzzword program. Some of that overrated and overpriced roof could have made a difference to our child poverty situation. Yes, Mr. Finance Minister, it is true, there are economic shortfalls in the province and the money cupboard is somewhat bare. Think back as to why this is? The answer is quite simple. Your government has been penny-wise and pound foolish, so to speak. Many dollars spent by your government have been frittered away

ily, but many other members of the Adventurers’ Club and other outdoors clubs as donors. I could not see Mr. Bonthoux’s name listed. As to the upkeep of trails, our club, with Andrew Drouin’s mountain bike group, have on two occasions recently removed numerous pickup loads of garbage from side trails up off Carmi, garbage I might add that would not have got there without the help of motorized transport. And one only has to see the amount of broken beer bottles around camp¿res where the ATVers congregate to deduce the kind of mentality of at least a portion of ATV users. (Google article on Wrinkly Face Provincial Park for similar details.) What we need is more enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act on such vehicles when they are caught on public roads (gravel or otherwise) and property, with ¿nes in the range of thousands of dollars and seizure of vehicles when they are caught damaging areas that they should not even be accessing. Brian Sutch Penticton

on political balderdash. Thanks for the invitation to help save the economic day. Ron Barillaro Penticton

Smart meters carry concerns

Congratulations to the Oliver town council for voting to ask for a moratorium on the installation of the very controversial wireless electricity meter called the smart meter. Fortis is planning to ask the B.C. Utilities Commission for permission to install these meters in our area. The World Health Organization works with more than 1,000 scientists, and in the past year has classi¿ed this type of wireless technology as a possible Class 2B carcinogen. Other items in this classi¿cation are smoking, lead and asbestos. Many highly quali¿ed scientists have come forward with their concerns about the effects that the smart meter will have on our health and the health of our children. Other concerns are the increases to our power bill and problems with security and house insurance. Very few people have been informed about Smart Meters and the problems with them. B.C. Hydro and Fortis are big Companies and cannot be relied on to give accurate information. Three independent and informative experts that can be googled on the internet are: dr.magda havas/ face to face/ victoria; daniel hirsch/radiation; rob states/north bay/ smart meters. Please take the time to watch these videos and become informed. Judy Nicholas Oliver

Deer losing their fear

I don’t believe the deer problem in the Penticton area is due to an overpopulation of deer. Nor is it due to “civilization” infringing on the deer’s natural habitat. The problem is that deer in this area (mainly does), are no longer afraid of humans. Back in the ‘60s and ‘70s, it was rare to hear of deer coming right into town. They would come into orchards and properties that bordered forests, but rarely beyond that. When people came near them, they ran away quickly. It’s been well over two decades since the government closed the regular hunting season on mule does and, until recently, on whitetailed does. These deer have learned that humans are not a threat to them, and they teach that lesson to their young. To trap and cull a number of deer each year, at a cost of $150 each, does little to re-

store in them a healthy fear of humans. The problem will likely have to be dealt with long into the future. Open a mule doe season for two weeks each fall and the does will very quickly learn that humans are to be feared. The solution need not have a cost attached to it. Doug Speers Summerland

Show shores up support

The Christmas Arts and Crafts Show on board the SS Sicamous was an outstanding success. We collected 1,250 pounds of food for the Food Bank, welcomed more than 1,600 people over the four days and had a truly great start to what we intend to be a Penticton Christmas tradition. Our thanks go out to all the talented artists, artisans and crafters who took part, to organizer Denis Chaykowski, our tireless manager Don Wright and his staff and to everyone who came on board to bring their food donations and browse the unique, original and creative crafts offered. Penticton has once again proven itself to be a warm and generous community, truly demonstrating the real spirit of Christmas. We also appreciate the steadfast support this community has shown for our work preserving the historic ships in our collection and presenting this essential part of Okanagan history. Greg Hollingsworth, director SS Sicamous Restoration Society

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Club hours aren’t the problem This letter is in response to the article that appeared in the Penticton Western titled, “Bar closure times creating headaches” As many of you know, our family operated nightclubs in the city of Penticton for over 32 years — Tiffany’s and the Element. The industry of entertainment and nightlife has changed dramatically over the years due to many reasons, including the after effects of the 1991 riots, liquor law reform and expansion and the economy. Today, Penticton has only one of the four freestanding nightclubs still operating, compared to a few short years ago. This nightclub is currently open three days per week, for a total of nine hours. In the early 2000s, the provincial government acknowledged the shift in the nightclub industry and permitted nightclubs and other liquor primary licensees to open until 4 a.m. with the ap-

proval of the local government. Without going into depth, the City of Penticton and the four nightclubs in 2003 went through a trial period to assess the impact of extending the hours of business. This policy allowed for ¿nite yearly extensions including long weekends. The nightclubs agreed to follow safety and other regulations and also pay a substantial fee to cover extra policing and administrative costs. I agree with councillor comments wholeheartedly and applaud their support of local businesses that are asking for a mere two-hour business extension a few times per year. These businesses contribute signi¿cantly to the tax base and their importance should not be swept aside because of ignorant and unsubstantiated comments made by a local hotel magnate. While I can agree with Mr. Prystay that some rowdiness late

Zero-based budgeting pays off

I echo Mike Pearce’s congratulations to the mayor, council and department managers in keeping the 2012 budget under control, and understand Mike was a part of that process. This might not have been possible had the city not switched to zero-based budgeting this year. I am pleased to note the attention paid to suggestions made by citizens — an indication that someone has listened. It is indeed dif¿cult at times to introduce new methods, especially accounting/budgeting procedures, but I am encouraged to note council’s openmindedness to positive change. I am absolutely certain that now a standard has been established, future budgets will be much better substantiated by department managers based on costed activity changes and inÀation and this will serve our community well. However, one must monitor carefully to determine that no department is spending funds solely to ensure future budget allocations. I once spoke at a city meeting dealing with electrical rates and voiced my objection to balancing budgets by taking money from reserve funds. This, in my opinion, is nothing more than a Ponzi scheme and shifts current debt loads onto our children and grandchildren. I note the council’s resolve to cease this practice in future budgets and applaud this commitment. Given the circumstances, I know Mike Pearce has done as good a job as possible with the SOEC and hope he would consider requiring the management company to also implement zero-based budgeting. He might be pleasantly surprised at available options. Patrick MacDonald Penticton

night does occur due to alcohol consumption, one need look no further than the walls of his hotel to see the root of his problems. Neither his comments nor the article reÀect the reality that exists. There is a large destination casino with alcohol service in addition to a 300-plus-seat nightclub and patio directly inside his hotel open until 2:30 a.m., every night of the week. Perhaps Mr. Prystay should realize that his hypocritical comments of people wanting to “party hard” in the City of Penticton apply to his establishment as well. The patio is packed all summer long and the noise created by the crowds there and in the club should be his cause for concern, not the nightclubs blocks away. The entertainment hub that he has built is a large draw to tourists, and loud rowdy lineups are not uncommon in his hotel lobby during long weekends.

Attacks cut both ways

This is in response to Tom Isherwood’s letter “Ads go off track.” It appears Mr. Isherwood’s indignation at the Liberals so-called attack ads betrays his true political allegiance. He appears to conveniently forget that on March 29, 2011 B.C.’s opposition New Democrats launched an attack ad against Christy Clark, comparing her to the province’s former premier and evoking the B.C. Rail scandal. As I recall, the ad began with a couple eating a cereal called “Christy Crunch” and went rapidly downhill from there. Incidentally, left-wingers are quick to invoke the B.C. Rail scandal, but never ever explain what they mean. Maybe Mr. Isherwood can enlighten the rest of us? Especially when you consider the RCMP conducted a full and comprehensive investigation into the sale and found no elected individual guilty of any malfeasance. The so-called attack ads aimed at Mr. Dix state he was the architect of B.C.’s ¿nancial malaise during the 1990s under Glen Clark, and infer that if he was premier, taxes would skyrocket, people would leave the province in droves and B.C. would again be on the slippery slope to ¿nancial ruin. One wonders how telling the truth about an individual can be classed as an attack. Might I suggest to Mr. Isherwood that he present a more balanced point of view in the future if he wishes his letters to be given any credence? Mick Black Penticton

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MEMBERS OF THE CFL championship B.C. Lions (seated left to right) Angus Reid, J.R. LaRose and Geroy Simon sign autographs for the hundreds of people who showed up at RONA for the public viewing of the Grey Cup (background) Wednesday. (Below) LaRose carries the Grey Cup and gets a really high five from welcoming committee member Mackenzie Thacker as he arrives at KVR Middle School. Other student greeters included Alex Neenan, Morgan McDonald and Mason Heintz.

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B.C. Lions players Geroy Simon, J.R. LaRose and Angus Reid were welcomed Wednesday with roars and lineups of devoted fans. Reid, who helped the Lions win the 99th Grey Cup, the organization’s sixth, said that response they received while in Penticton was great during their province-wide Grey Cup tour. “It reminds me how many great fans we have outside the Lower Mainland,” said Reid. “It’s nice to get the Grey Cup out and see how much we are loved.” Reid, an 11-year CFL veteran all with B.C., said the KVR students were outstanding. Anxiously awaiting the trio were students were dressed in orange. The gymnasium was decorated with orange and black signs with a Lions professional display.

“It was great meeting them,” said Reid. “It was fun to see excitement on their faces. Seeing Lions clothing.” Among the KVR students excited for their visitors were Greg Brydon and Joseph Traynor. Brydon said it was “pretty cool” to have the trio and trophy at the school and was excited. “I heard that one was Geroy Simon and that was pretty cool,” said Brydon of his favourite player. “He is one of their best players I think.” Traynor said it was good that the Lion’s came to their school on their own time. “I feel honoured that we have them here,” said Traynor, who along with Brydon felt he and his schoolmates were enthusiastic. Lance Zablotney, a Pen High Secondary teacher, was thrilled with the response students from KVR showed. “It’s a real nice privilege for Penticton to have such an event,” said Zablotney.

Jeff Goodis, a KVR teacher, said the students were quite excited by the events, getting autographs, taking part in photo ops and enjoying the upbeat atmosphere. “It was a great opportunity for KVR Middle School,” he said. “Both the Lions and the students made it a fabulous event.” Once the players were done interacting with a mob of students, they headed to Rona where more fans awaited. Terry Steinke of Summerland, a Lions fan since 1962, was one of them. He asked the players to sign the white jersey he wore when they won the Grey Cup last fall. “I don’t gush over this stuff,” he said, after meeting the players. “I’m just thrilled.” While signing memorabilia for the hundreds of fans in line, LaRose said the turnout was great. “It’s exciting to be on the tour,” he said. “It’s great to give back.”

Buzz growing as Vees aim to tie 22-year-old BCHL record Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

It’s hard to avoid the buzz. The Penticton Vees are one victory shy of tying a 22-year-old BCHL record. If the Vees defeat the Chilliwack Chiefs at the South Okanagan Events Centre Friday, it will be their 29th straight win equaling the mark set by the 1989-90 New Westminster Royals. Businesses in town are jumping on the bandwagon encouraging people to attend the game using their signs.

There is also a push on Facebook and Twitter about the game and to get 2,900 fans for win 29. As of 1 p.m. Thursday, just over 2,100 tickets were sold and were selling fast. Vees captain Logan Johnston said he would love to see 2,900 fans. “I will challenge for 4,000 fans to come, like Hockeyville,” said Johnston. The intriguing side story of this matchup is that Chiefs coach Harvey Smyl was on the Royals bench as an assistant coach the year they set

the record. That 1989-90 season, the Royals advanced to Doyle Cup and defeated the Calgary Canucks, who Harbinson played for. “Clearly they’re not going to lay down for us,” said Harbinson. “They’ll play hard for their coach so he can keep that record.” Smyl said the fact a record is on the line is not what will drive his club. “You look at the standings and we need the points,” he said. “The motivation for us is to stay in the playoff hunt. We play in Trail on Saturday;

these are all big games.” The Chiefs are 24-17-1-2 putting them third in the Interior Conference. On the road, the Chiefs are 10-100-1 and have won five of their last 10 games. In preparing for Friday’s game, Vees assistant captain Joey Benik said their focus in practice has been one-on-one battles. He said the team wants to continue improving on that area. “That is key for any team,” said Benik, who was named BCHL player of the week after scoring 10 points in

three games. “That is a huge part to the game.” Johnston said the key to the Vees earning two points on Friday is to play the same way they have all season. He also stressed not to give up any offensive chances. Johnston has noticed teams are trying to clog up the slot area against them. “The key is to work hard below the dots,” he said. When asked about the streak, Johnston said it would be a nice feather in the hat, but it’s not their main goal.

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KLO Middle School was unstoppable during the KVR Hooper Bowl III tournament on the weekend. “KLO was clearly the class of the girls tournament as their smallest margin of victory was 15 points,” said KVR Express coach Blaire Haddrell of the Kelownabased team, which went 4-0. “They are a wellcoached team with a lot of size. They know how to run an organized, patient offence where they always seem to get good looks at the hoop.” KLO opened the tournament with a 46-31 win against South Kamloops, then defeated Fulton (Vernon) 61-16, Sahali (Kamloops) 37-19 and Abbotsford 47-18. Haddrell said the tournament was competitive with only four games having a point differential of 20. The Express, which Ànished second at 3-1, struggled to score but still played strong defence as teams averaged 23.5 points. “We are putting more motion into our offence right now, so the girls are really trying hard to run the new offence, which results in fewer points as they go through the

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KVR EXPRESS’ Sydney Foster dodges a South Kamloops player as she drives for the basket during the third annual KVR Hooper Bowl, last weekend.

learning process,” said Haddrell. “On the Saturday, we did struggle on our layups, but that was partially due to defensive pressure.” The team was led by tournament all-star Stephanie Ortiz, as she was second on the team in scoring, but played every position except post. Since the Express has been plagued by injuries to their second and third point guards, Ortiz stepped in to average 24 minutes a game.

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Anika Holowaty led the Express offensively averaging 10 points per game “These were four great games to help prepare us for playoffs on Feb. 17 to 18,” said Haddrell, who received several positive comments about the tournament. The remaining girls results had South Kamloops in third at 3-1, Skaha Lake Middle School in fourth at 2-2. Vernon Ànished sixth

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Campaign steps up the ﬁght against Alzheimer’s Mark Brett Western News Staff

What last weekend’s Investors Group Walk for Memories lacked in numbers was more than made up for in enthusiasm by participants

According to Laurie Myres, support and education co-ordinator for the South OkanaganSimilkameen Alzheimer’s Society of B.C. the ¿nal tally for the annual fundraiser was just under $25,000.

“We won’t be meeting last year’s $29,000 and we only had about 60 to 70 people, which is also down, but I think everybody had a really good time,” said Myres. “I saw everyone laughing and smiling, and no matter how much we

raised, it all goes to a very worthwhile cause. Every little bit helps.” She added there is the possibility the annual event may be moved out of Cherry Lane where it has been held for nearly a decade .

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Because of a change in the opening time at the shopping centre, the walk now needs to be held an hour earlier, which she believes may have had an impact on the turnout. “I’m perplexed, if we’d had a foot of snow outside the door I could understand but it wasn’t the weather I think it may just have been too early,” said Myres. Those taking part this year had a special Zumba dance warm-up and highland piper Geordie Young led members of the Murray family, including this year’s honoree Vera Murray, around the lobby area on the ¿rst lap. Beth Alberts was wearing a tag which read: “I’m walking for dad.” Her father also suffered from dementia and she felt the walk would be a nice way to remember him. “It was a dif¿cult time for all of us in the family and there were some very sad moments, which is why the sooner we do something about this ter-

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PIPER GEORDIE YOUNG leads members of the Murray family including Vera Murray (wheelchair) Bob Murray (left) and Murray Gaffney on the ﬁrst lap of the Investor’s Group Walk for Memories.

rible thing the better,” she said. Myres noted all the money will go towards a variety programs along with funding for research. And then there is the case of the wayward wheelchair. According to the walk organizer, someone believed to have been in-

volved in the event may have inadvertently taken home a Cherry Lane courtesy chair and left their own behind. Anyone with information about the wheelchair or who would like to ¿nd out more about Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can call the local of¿ce at 250-493-8182.

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Friday, February 3, 2012 Penticton Western News BREAKING NEWS: Gold prices continue to soar!

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WELCOME TO THE ROADSHOW! On behalf of everyone here at the Roadshow, we would like to express how excited we are to be back in Penticton. During our tour of Southern Ontario, we have seen an abundance of unique items coming into our shows. The history of this country never ceases to amaze us, as local citizens have continuously brought us extraordinary treasures that we have purchased. We invite everyone to bring in their items, free of charge, and sit down with an expert and have them examined. We are looking to purchase a variety of Antiques, Collectibles, and Precious Metals (Gold, Sterling Silver, Coins with Silver Content) We are expecting to see hundreds of people walk through our doors during this event, and we are looking forward to writing hundreds of cheques! We look forward to seeing you at the Roadshow!

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It’s hard to convey in print the excitement in the voices of Kelsey Laing and Kaylee Kutschera when asked if they were fans of the band Simple Plan. “I am so excited, I am star struck,” said Laing, her voice vibrating with exhilaration. Laing, a student from Princess Margaret Secondary and Kutschera, from Penticton Secondary, have good reason to be excited. They both were selected as part of the 20-student choir that will be joining Simple Plan to sing This Song Saved My Life when the band plays at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Feb. 9. Laing was one of the last two to sign up for the choir, after hearing about it from a friend, also in the choir. “Are you serious? I am going to it, but I want to sing in it,” was Laing’s response to her friend. “I am so excited.” The choir’s part in the song is fairly simple, said Kutschera, but they will be going to a formal rehearsal the night before, where they hope for a chance to meet the band members. “It’s just a special song. We wrote the song about the power of

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music and what kind of inÀuence it can have on someone’s life,” said Chuck Comeau, the band’s drummer and one of the main writers. “Doing it live and having the kids come out and sing with us is going to be great.” Comeau explained that This Song Saved My Life has a unique history, built from thousands of replies to a tweet from Simple Plan asking fans to tell them about how music affected their life. “We went through all of them, picked the best ones and turned

them into a song,” said Comeau. “It’s a song by the fans about the fans. It’s just about the power of music.” For Laing, it’s just one of her favourite songs, one that even has the potential to make her cry. But she doesn’t expect that to be a problem on performance night. “I’ll be ¿ne, I am just going to have this big smile on my face on stage singing it,” said Laing. Choir director Justin Glibbery has con¿dence in all his singers, and isn’t expecting any cases of stage ¿ght. “Perfect, no problem. Good thing we only have one bar,” he joked. The singing is the easy part, he explained, and having a simple part will allow the students to focus on dealing with the bright lights and other aspects of stagecraft. “It’s very cool, the ¿rst time it has ever happened. It’s really cool for the kids,” said Glibbery. “They will probably never have a chance to do something like this within their lifetime.” Comeau said he and his bandmates are also looking forward to the experience. This is the only stop on their tour where will be having a choir on stage with them. “Hopefully they will have a good time singing it with us. We know we will,” said Comeau.

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The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra is planning a blockbuster for their next performance with some of the greatest movie music ever written. The program pays tribute to the classical composers who transcended genres and eras to make it on the big screen, as well as celebrated Hollywood classics like Henri Mancini and contemporary score masters John Williams, who made the Harry Potter themes famous. As well, the symphony welcomes the Okanagan's own Melissa Wilmot to bring the beautiful Chaconne from The Red Violin to life. The OSO is bringing their red carpet extravaganza to Penticton on Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Cleland Theatre. Tickets are available from the Wine Country Information Centre or by phone at 1-855-985-5000. For more information on this concert and the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, visit their website www.okanagansymphony.com.

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Business gives others a boost Kristi Patton

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David MacCoubrey’s infectious energy drives him to not only make his startup business a success, but give back to the community. After starting Sirf Web Marketing Strategies about seven months ago, MacCoubrey has built a client base not only in Penticton but right across the country. “I had been working and got laid off and I decided it was time to chase my dream,” said MacCoubrey, who worked with Community Futures to prepare a solid business plan. Understanding how busy people are, Sirf can take care of a businesses marketing campaigns for them. From a logo, website or social media marketing campaign, Sirf takes an innovative approach to marketing and design to increase an online presence. All of this while rounding out traditional forms of marketing such as audio/ video production, brochures, business cards and logo design. MacCoubrey said it is so important for business to have social media presence. “You have to be on the social networks. Back in the ‘90s you had to have a website, today you have to be on there or you don’t exist. Having just a website anymore is not enough,” he advised. It was through Community Futures that he met Dianne McEvoy of Falcon Business Services and Gregory Fuchs who owns Gregors Gourmet. The trio came together

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to form Giving Others A Boost, an organization that holds networking/fundraising events every two months. MacCoubrey helps with the media side of the events tapping into his major in media studies and minor in psychology from the University of New Brunswick and a digital communications course at New Brunswick Community College. The mandate of Giving Others A Boost is to provide exposure for entrepreneurs, small businesses and artists while working with local charities to not only give them a ¿nancial boost, but to showcase their cause. Previous events showcased the South Okanagan Women In Need Society, Gathering Grounds Café and the South Okanagan Therapeutic Riding Association. For $20 per

person guests can ¿nd out more about the charity and local business, have hors d’oeuvre prepared by a red seal chef, wine pairings and all the money goes to charity. The last event, held on Jan. 24, featured entrepreneurs from around the Okanagan and Similkameen, Castor De Oreo Winery in Oliver, entertainment by Bob Shabaga and food prepared by Chef Roger Planiden Giving Others A Boost was able to donate $380 to SOTRA, an organization that offers a safe learning environment for children and adults with physical and mental disabilities who would like to ride horses. “We don’t want this to be a regular networking event, that is where we differ from businessafter-business. We want everyone from the community to come. I think we have something good going here and we want to see it grow, so I hope people come out and support it because the money goes right back into the community,” said MacCoubrey. Giving Others A Boost will hold their next event on March 27. The event will be in support of the Penticton and Area Women’s Centre. Music for the night will be provided by Dr. Eclectic — singer/ songwriter Allan Markin — and they are still looking for a featured winery and two more entrepreneurs. For more information join them on Facebook, Twitter or visit their website www.givingothersaboost.com.

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An Ontario ¿rm has purchased the 6.8-acre property where the Penticton Rona Home Centre is. Crestpoint Real Estate Investments Ltd., a business dedicated to providing institutional and high net-worth investors with direct access to high quality commercial real estate assets in Canada, announced on Tuesday the acquisition of the Rona Home Centre in a deal valued just under $9 million. Crestpoint’s portfolio includes retail property in Quebec and Shoppers Drug Mart in Parksville, B.C., and of¿ce property in Toronto. They also have industrial property in Ontario, Quebec and the Deerfoot Distribution Centre in Calgary. The property Crestpoint purchased in Penticton includes a 52,000 square foot facility, 100 per cent occupied by Rona Home Centre. “We’re excited to be adding this Rona facility to our portfolio as it provides us with exposure to a growing market delivering exceptional value,” said Kevin Leon, Crestpoint’s president and CEO. “The

property is superbly located in Penticton, which acts as the regional service centre for the South Okanagan Valley, as well as being a major tourist and wine destination. Long-term occupancy agreements with a high quality tenant like Rona, together with historically low ¿nancing rates, should translate into strong, rising cash Àow return for our investors.” Penticton economic development of¿cer David Arsenault said many investors consider the larger catchment area, which includes 80,000 plus people in the regional district. A considerable market to draw from. “I don’t know if it is because of a turn in the economy of our economic investment zone program, but there certainly has been more interest this year than the past couple of years given the recession,” said Arsenault. “What you will see when Landmark is up and running downtown, will be interest in that area. There are a couple projects on the go in the downtown core that could come to fruition. Sometimes these people are just speculating, but it would be nice to see that turn into actual dollars.”

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However, the recent strength in the S&P 500 Index, an index which provides a broad snapshot of the overall U.S. equity market, this month may tell us more about the prospective performance for the rest of the year. Over the last 40 years, whenever the U.S. market has had a return above 3.75 per cent in January, the S&P 500 Âżnished the year higher. The index Âżnished up over four per cent in January. There have been 13 times since 1970 when

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It is with great sadness we a n n o u n c e the death of H A R O L D ORMONDE STOWELL, age 74 who passed away on Saturday January 28, 2012 with his family by his side. Harold was born in Penticton and lived in Oliver until 1966 when he moved his family to Kelowna. He loved camping, travelling, old cars and was a long standing member of the Vintage Car Club of Canada. Harold is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Peggy (Cecille); His children: Eilleen Hill (Tom), Penny Perry (Dean), Larry Stowell (Joyce); Grandchildren: Megan (Jeff), Kyle (Jaime), Ryan, Brandy, Colten and Jarod; Siblings: Laura Atkinson (Ken), Irene Dougans (Bill), William Stowell (June).

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Duties include website administration, customer retention management administration, dealership administration, ﬁnancial services, vehicle transfers and paperwork, sales and other tasks as assigned. Must be proﬁcient with Word, Excel and Publisher. ADP knowledge an asset. Must be willing to obtain MVSA licence. Please send resumes to ken@sentes.com.

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SALES PROFESSIONAL Sentes Chevrolet’s business is growing and we are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic individual who would like become a member of the Sales Team. If you are interested in pursuing a professional sales career in the automotive industry please forward your resume to dougsharpe@sentes.com. Our apprentice program and salary guarantee may be exactly what you are looking for.

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OF EDUCATION

Register for any Sprott-Shaw Community College program between Dec. 1, 2011 - Feb. 29, 2012 and receive up to $1000* towards tuition. Learn more at sprottshaw.com/gift *Some conditions apply

TRAIN TO BE A EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR IN PENTICTON TODAY! Early Childhood Educators develop daily activities for children. They lead children in activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, demonstrating the use of simple musical instruments, preparing craft materials & taking the children to local points of interest. Train locally for the skills necessary in this rewarding career Àeld.

Education/Tutoring Are you seeking a career change or ways to infuse new inspiration into your current occupation? The Shiatsu Practitioner Training Program based on the gifts of ancient eastern teachings might just be for you. Begins March 14th. For more info visit www.studiochi.net or call 250-769-6898

Automotive Sales Consultant

Your future is here!

Join the City of Penticton and live right in the centre of the exciting vacation atmosphere of the South Okanagan. We offer competitive wages, a great working environment and a top-notch benefit package. Our excellent work environment will allow you to get involved in an active Okanagan lifestyle, taking part in activities from snow sports to water sports, winery winery tours to golf, and much more.

Communications Officer Reporting to the City Manager, the Communications Officer will be responsible for the administration, planning and coordination of all aspects of internal and external communications and public relations programs and services for the City of Penticton. The successful candidate will possess the following: ¾

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Grade 12 education and a Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum three years communications experience Experience in a municipal environment is an asset Exceptional interpersonal skills Demonstrated creative and technical writing style Self-motivated, able to work independently and maintain a high level of confidentiality Demonstrated ability in coordinating various social media programs and implementation for corporations Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs Valid B.C. Drivers’ License Class 5

Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit a cover letter and resume by 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 10, 2012 to:

The City of Penticton, Human Resources 171 Main Street, Penticton BC V2A 5A9 apply@city.penticton.bc.ca Quote Competition #12-06E We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Penticton Western News Friday, February 3, 2012

Services

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Commercial/ Industrial

Home Improvements

Appliances

Musical Instruments

Rob Hurren Carpentry, renovations big and small, kitchen and bath remodeling, doors trim work, ﬁnishing and more, professional design available, call Rob 250-809-7131

Slight scratch and dent. SAVE HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS! Washer/Dryer set starting at $399. Ranges starting at $299 LG TV 50’’ $499.CANADIAN LIQUIDATORS 250-490-0554.

Music Blowout Sale! MARSHALL // PEAVEY // BEHRINGER // TAKAMINE PRODUCTS, Super Price on Guitar Stands, $6.99, NO ONE BEATS OUR PRICE, DJ Lighting and Players in stock now, Rentals AVAILABLE, DJ Service and Karaoke Service available, Need Cash, PAWN or PAYDAY LOAN Here, Come Check us out, Pawn Traders & Music Sales, 71 Nanaimo Ave East. (250)4903040

Landscaping Fully Experienced Pruner. Fruit trees, evergreen hedges and landscapes. Picture portfolio and reference list of satisﬁed clients available. Phone Gerald 250-493-5161

Merchandise Rentals FOR lease, approx. 4 acres of irrigated land in the city limits of Penticton. Deer fencing in place. Suitable for fruit trees, hay, alfalfa, ground crops. w e n d e n bu r g . w i n e. c o n s u l t ing@gmail.com

Moving & Storage 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

Building Supplies IN Stock Windows, Doors & Cabinets - 50% Off! Limited Time Offer! Heritage Millwork p. (250)492-0069 @ 165 Okanagan Ave E, Penticton Steel Building Sale. Inventory Discount Sale. 30x40, 42x80, 100x100. Erection Avail, 40 yr paint. Must Sell, Will Deal Source# 1KD. 800-964-8335

Firearms REMINGTON Rebate Round up at The Best Little Gun Shop Around, Weber & Markin. 4-1691 Powick Road Kelowna 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat 10-6

Free Items free styrofoam trays and clam shells, (250)492-0155

Furniture

Painting / Staining / Faux Finishing, from small jobs to condos. Seniors & disability discounts. We do furniture & cabinets also. Call Dave (250)497-7912

Sofa, loveseat, chair, all micro ﬁbre, reclining, off white, like new, (250)492-6054

Rubbish Removal

Moving! Indoor houseware & tools Sale. Friday, Feb3, 4pm6pm, Sat. Feb 4, 10am-2pm 307 Norton St, Penticton

PENTICTON Junk Removal! Anything goes! Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827 TERRY the JUNK GUY 778931-0741 Dump Runs & Recycling

Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs PENGUIN MFG. HOT TUB COVERS. 250-493-5706

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay 800 lb round bales: this years grass hay $50./bale, last years grass hay $25./bale. Shavings & Sawdust available 250-804-6720 HAY FOR SALE; Grass or Grass Alfalfa mix, Round bales $70 each, approx. 800lbs. Large square bales, 3x3x8, $160/ton. Delivery avail. on larger orders. 250838-6630 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

Livestock Shavings Friendly service from Summerland since 1972 Les Porter 250-490-1132

Pet Services PAWS IN PARADISE Bed & Biscuit VIP Dog Boarding w w w. p a w s f o r f u n d o g t r a i n ing.com 250-517-8308

Pets Bichon-Shih-tzu pups 2 males & Havanese pups 2 females 2 males, avail immed, litter trained, 1st shots, dewormed, 250-517-7579. BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, loyal & loving. var. colors $800. Call 250-486-6773. sm.white@shaw.ca

Five Beautiful American Cocker Spaniel puppy’s born on Jan. 2nd ready to go on Feb. 29th. We have two boys left from this litter. They are golden buff and gorgeous. If you are looking for a loyal companion and a best friend. 250-4928480 TEACUP Yorkie puppies available, 1m & 1f, shotsup-2-date, healthy, CKC REG, 11wks old, $400e, (adia662@gmail.com) or (250) 497-1100

Garage Sales

Medical Supplies MOBILITY Scooters & Powerchairs. Shoprider Dealer, Stairlifts & Platform Lifts, Used Scooter and Powerchair Sale. www.okmobility.ca Kelowna: 250-764-7757 Vernon: 250542-3745 T-free 888-542-3745

Misc. for Sale

Musical Instruments Guitars, ampliﬁers, drums, keyboards, band & string instruments, music books & access., music lessons, sales & rentals, Skaha Sound, 51 Nanaimo Ave. E, 250-492-4710

296 & Latimer 298 Maple 101-690 St. Street Feb. 1, 5 Townhouses 3 or 4garage. bdrm - 2½ bdrm, 3 bath,

bath. Ask about our incentives! 2 bdr Reno New575Mgmt! 250-490-1215 Eckhardt F/S w/D

250-490-1700 101-690 Latimer St. Feb. 1, 5

Real Estate

Rentals Homes for Rent

2 MONTHS FREE RENT on 1024 sqft., 2148 sqft., 2280 commercial/whse/ ofﬁce spaces avail. on Government St in Penticton FREE local use of moving truck for move-in, FREE advertising on LED road sign call 250-493-9227 900 sq.ft. recently renovated on Hwy 97, Okanagan Falls. Currently operating as a second-hand business for sale. Potential live-in. Call for details. (250)497-8800 APPLE Plaza 770sq.ft, suited for food related retail business, also 2300 sq.ft. available. Call Barbara 250-492-6319 Bays for rent, Summerland, 8720 Alder St., 800-960sqft, $6-$625/mnth., 250-494-8555 Keremeos Downtown, 550 sqft retail, offsite prkng. $500 + utils. Call 250-492-7610

Acreage for Sale

bdrm, 3 bath, garage.

Grindrod 3 1/2 acres, 3 bdrm house, full basement, pasture land $350,000. 250-309-1420

2 bdr Reno 575 Eckhardt F/S w/D

Apt/Condo for Rent

LANGLEY, BC, 31.24 acres

250-490-1700

In ALR, flat land, good drainage, creek. 10 acres in cottonwood trees balance in mixture of pasture & bush. Qualifies for farm taxes. Older barn. Lovely building site for dream home. Drilled well, plentiful excellent water, designated septic field. 5 Mins to hospital, shopping complex, and indoor pool. $1,800,000. (604)534-2748

Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Apt/Condos for Sale

Rentals

Osoyoos Lakeshore Condo, 1342 sqft., 2bdrm+ den, 2ba, gated community, fp, carpeted ﬂoors, 5appl, patio, balcony, pool/hot tub, view, like new cond., glass elevator for easy access, $329,900 (negotiable), 250-495-6528 until Apr. 30, cell (780)242-4175

Apt/Condo for Rent

Commercial/ Industrial Property Second-hand business already operating on premises with potential live-in. 900 sq.ft. Hwy 97 Okanagan Falls. Call for details (250)497-8800.

Farms 10 Acre Farm Land 3-bdrm Log house with bsmt, 10min N. of Vernon, $459,900 4855 Miller Rd (250)546-8630

Houses For Sale

MOVE IN

INCENTIVES 241 Scott Avenue Cable Included, Senior Building, No Smoking, No Pets, Secure Building, Parking, Balcony 1 + 2 Bedroom

250-488-1800 250-488-2881 1 & 2 bdrm, newly reno’d suites. Secured access, util incl, near hospital, bus route and close to all amenities, n/p, n/s 250-938-7146 1 & 2 bdrms avail. immed & Mar. 1, newly reno’d, $650$800, central Penticton, water incl., (250)493-4903 to view

2-1 bdrm lofts $750/mo, 1 unit reno’d. Tiffany Gardens, 3140 Wilson. Jim 250-492-0413 3rd ﬂ, corner w/balc, 2bd, 2 full bath, 6-appl, inste laundry, a/c, blinds, secure ug prkg, ns, np. refs & DD avail now, 250-4965465 ADULT condo near Skaha Lake. 2BR 2BA 6 new appl. A/C Large deck/covered parking. NS NP Avail Mar 1/12. Ref Reqd. $1150/mo. Call (702)569-8131 or email hrk1953@yahoo.com FURNISHED or un-furnished apt for rent in Princeton, Avail. now, need excellent ref’s & DD. No pets., rent starts at $500/mo., Call 250-295-1006 leave a message. Keremeos 3 bdrm, newly reno’d, 1400 sq ft, all applis, large deck, parking $850 + utils. **1 bdrm + den, newly reno’d, 550 sq ft, f/s, prkng. $550 + utils. Call 250-492-7610. LARGE 1 & 2bdrm apt. for rent. +40 bldg, $750 & $850 +util, ref’s req. 250-487-1136 PENTICTON 2BR, loads of storage, deck,parking, washer/dryer/aircon. One small pet OK. 150 McPherson Cres. $950 includes utilities. 2 weeks free rent. 250-809-6757 S. PENTICTON, (Tiffany Gardens) 2 bdrm townhome, 1 bath, corner unit, reno’d, 5 appls, sorry N/S or N/P, $800 + utils, long term tenant, avail immed. Call 604-465-7706. SUMMERLAND 1 BDRM apt D/T. $660/month incl water, sewer and shared laundry. NS Available immediatley. Call 778-516-5535 ext 105 to view. Summerland: Large 1 bdrm apt for rent. F/S. Ref’s req’d. NP, NS, ND. More info call 250-498-4370.

FOR RENT • 250-493-7626

ONE BEDROOM Utilities Included

(250) 770-1948 101-3547 SKAHA LAKE RD. Skaha Pl. 1 Bdrm, 4th flr, f/s, a/c, secure OK Falls: Feb. 1st, 1 bdrm house, w/ building & pking. Avail. Now $64500 incl. water detached guest room, F/S, W/D, 1 bath, garage & lrg fenced yard w/deck $77500 Bassett: 2 bdrm house w/garage & fenced +utilities yard. F/S, W/D, F/P. Avail. Now. Pets ok. $95000 Pent. Ave. 2 Bdrm, 1 Bath apartment on Downtown: 1 bdrm/bach, F/S, A/C, decks, main floor. F/S, D/W, A/C, insuite storage incl. pkg. $60000-$64500 incl. util & cable with carport pkg. $77500 incl. water.

REALTY EXECUTIVES PENTICTON APARTMENTS: $650 $675 $695 $795 $800 $850 $900 $925 $1500

1200 sqft or 800 sqft, shops in industrial area, 3-phase power, o/h doors, (250)492-8324, 250-809-0728

$900

Financial Services

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320 – 1620 Dickson Ave. Kelowna 445 Ellis Street, Penticton

$1500

or visit

Near IGA and Hospital, 1 bdrm apt w/newer flooring, balcony, f,s coin op laundry. Avail Feb 1 ( KBD204) 55+ grd flr unit across from library, f,s,w.d a/c covered parking, extra storage, 1yr lease req’d. Avail Now (Ot451) Downtown, large 2 bdrm, grd flr, f,s, coin op laundry, bike shed, patio. Avail Now ( SHM) 55+ 2 bdrm apt near downtown, hardwood floors, f, s, a/c balcony, includes heat & cable, Extra storage. Avail Now (WT) Grd flr 2 bdrm suite, laminate flrs, f,s, 1 bath, shared laundry, mth to mth rental. Avail Now (H743-2) 2 bdrm top flr of walk up, f,s, balcony, heat and hydro included, extra storage insuite. Avail Feb 1 (WGA304) Near Ok beach, 2nd flr walkup, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, balcony, extra storage, gas fp,. Avail Now (A350) Grd flr, 2 bdrm condo, 6 appl, laminate flrs, sec’d parking, close to Safeway. Avail Feb 1 (A425) Lakeshore 3 11th flr, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, exec condo, north west facing, view of lake and mountains. Avail March 1 (OT371)

HOUSES:

$1150

CALL 1.877.898.2580

Utilities Included

Property Management

1bdrm, downtown on Orchard at Martin, large, util. incl., f/s, air, avail. now, Dennis at Realty Executives, 250-493-4372

Wish you could hang a sign on the door and make it all go away?

TWO BEDROOM

RENTALS

Commercial/ Industrial

1.877.898.2580

Apt/Condo for Rent

Kingsview Properties

1bdrm, close to Cherry Lane, new bathroom, fresh paint, carpets shampooed, $600/mo (250)488-9917

FREE CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

2bdrm, f/s/w/d, new paint, no pets, ns, ref’s rq., 379 Braid St., Penticton, $950+util., (250)492-2507 after 2pm 2bdrm main ﬂr, recently reno’d, incl. 600sqft deck & hot tub, ac, dw, fenced yard, wireless int. avail., 2min walk from DT on quiet street, $850+util, pet ok, ref’s, (250)490-3060 346 Penticton Ave, 3 bdr, 2 ba, rec/rm in bsmt, $1200. 217 Brunswick St. 2 bdr+den, gar, $1100. 281 Kinney Ave. 5 bdr, yard.$1400.VJ 250-490-1530. 3BD 2bath fully Heritage home. Walk to town/beach fenced yd - pets ok $1700/mo + util - Avail Mar 1 Ian 250-588-8545 For Rent 2300 Sq. Ft. 4 bedroom log home located in the Twin Lake area on 11 acres. Fenced and cross fenced for horses. Contact Irv Wood at 778-931-0051 for more details. Keremeos area 2bdrm mobile. Rent $650 incl util, next to orchard. 1 bdrm house also avail. Cell 250-499-0558.

Duplex / 4 Plex 3BDRM duplex, fenced yard, n/p, n/s, near Columbia school, $1100, 250-493-1201

Financial Services

Will buy bags, rolls, containers or piggy banks etc. full of older 10¢, 25¢ & 50¢. 778-932-2316

New Mgmt! 250-490-1215

PARADIGM MONITOR 9 v.3(pair). Floor standing loud speakers. Mint condition and excellent sound quality. $500 (paid $1000 new). Phone 250488-6716 after 6pm.

Misc. Wanted

Top Price for Silver Coins & Gold. More than Roadshows. Local, 1-800-948-8816

Summerland. 13611 Bloomﬁeld 296 & 298 Maple Street 1700 Quebec St.3 orBasement Townhouses 4 bdrm -Suite, 2½ bath. Ask utilities about our 2 bdrm, incl.incentives! W/D, F/S.

Stereo / DVD / TV

Freezer beef, grain fed, no hormones, no antibiotics, by the side, $2.65 lb. CWF. 250307-3430. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

PRIVATE Coin Collector Looking To Buy Collections, Olympic Silver & Gold Coins, Also Buying Bulk Silver Coins. Call Chad at 250-863-3082.

250-486-3791

626 Wade Ave. 3 bdrm - F/S, W/D 3 bdr basement suite in 626 Wade Ave.13611 3 bdrmBloomﬁ - F/S, W/D Summerland. eld 1700 3Quebec St. Basement Suite, bdr basement suite in 2 bdrm, utilities incl. W/D, F/S.

Sporting Goods

Heritage House Remodeled 3-5 bdrms, 2-bath, large lot, 2505 39th Ave. Vernon $359,900 (250)546-8630 ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576

I want to buy gold coins from all over the world. All years. Call Todd 250-864-3521

HOMES 250-486-3791

Weber & Markin Gunsmiths Quality Firearms Buy & Sell at The Best Little Gun Shop Around, 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat 10-6

Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / BRIDGES / EQUIPMENT Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Smallforklifts/F350C/C”Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & Storage. Call 24 Hrs 1-866528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Dump box 14’L x 5’high with hydrolic’s sizzor lift & roll bar tarp; Propane Caterpillar Fork Lift G30S; (250)546-9566 Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217

SINGLA SINGLA HOMES

2 bdrm + den in four plex, f,s,d/w, w.d, fp, central air, unfin bsmt, near school. Avail Now( H691-1) 2 bdrm + den house near IGA and schools, 1 bath, f,s, w.d, fenced yard. Avail Feb 15 (H608) 3 bdrm upper or lower duplex, 1 bath, 5appl, laminate flrs, recently updated. Avail Now and April 15 (H721-1/2) Near schools, hospital and shopping, Recently reno’d, 3 bdrm, f,s, w.d, deck, large yard. Avail Now (OT429) Newer 3 bdrm, 2 bath, ½ duplex, 5 appl, off street parking, nice patio and small yard. Avail Now (H748) Near Uplands School, 2 bdrm reno’d home, basement, 2.5 bath, large yard. Avail Now (H552) Freshly painted, new laminate floors, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, double carport, large deck, f,s, d.w, w.d Avail Now located in Skaha Estates. Avail Now (OT440) Across from Columbia School, 3 bdrm + rec room, 5 appl, 1 year lease req’d. Avail. NOW (OT447) Large 3 bdrm house, with in-law suite, single garage, 2.5 bathroom, f,s, d/w, w.d. Avail. March 1 (H656) Prospective tenants must complete an application form at:

Trustees in Bankruptcy & Proposal Administrators

280 MAIN STREET, PENTICTON, B.C. V2A 5B2 PHONE: 250-493-4372 - www.rentalspenticton.com Only qualiﬁed applicants will be contacted.

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Rentals

Transportation

Ofﬁce/Retail

Townhouses

1000-1500sq’ of Industrial/ Commercial Space for lease compounded yard w/security cameras, overhead doors. Warren Ave. 250-765-3295

3bdrm, Baskin Gardens, reno’d, paint, f/s/w/d, fenced yard, large storage room, close to school, kids welcome, 1 small pet, $1050/mo (250)490-9082

Cars - Sports & Imports

Rooms for Rent Furn’d 1 bdrm, priv bath, all applis, internet & cable, no dogs, orchard setting, single pref’d, $400/mo.250-276-9338

Suites, Lower 1bdrm bright basemt for 1 working ns, np, frnshd & util’s, close to malls, ref’s & DD req., $675, (250)493-5881 2bdrm basement suite avail. now, close to Wiltse school, spacious, natural light, f/s, cable & internet, ns, np, 250492-3856 or 250-328-8757 2 bdrm, spacious & bright, stunning view, priv ent, secure, close to malls & schools, cats ok, no dogs. A must see! 250-486-0458. brand new, 2bdrm basement suite, Feb. 15, w/d/f/s, mature working people, ns, np, $850, 250-486-8650 fully furnished basement apartment, near Cherry Lane, $600/mo., bachelor preferred, (250)493-5136 Wiltse area, 2bdrm basement, w/d/dw, close to school, util. incl., np, ns, ref’s req, $900, (250)493-2109

End unit, 3 bdrm, in Baskin Gardens. Available March 1. Rent negotiable. Phone 1-780781-7964 leave message.

Want to Rent Mature, professional couple requires long-term rental up to 5 yrs starting Apr/May, Trout Creek-Peachland. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, garage, AC, central heating. NP NS. Have own 5 appliances. 250-462-6900.

Transportation

1998 Cummins Engine, 12 valve, also for sale, automatic transmission, transfer case and cab box for 1998 dodge, excellent condition, also for sale, upright pop machine, good condition, (250)499-7815 Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock. We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25.00. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

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Scrap Car Removal 1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $60 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460

Scrap car removal, will pay up to $120.We are licensed & insured, more weight, more money,250-328-8697, Pent.

Trucks & Vans 1972 GMC 2500 4x4 longbox, complete frame off restoration 46,000 original miles. $23,000. obo. 250-558-1078 1987 Chevy 2wd shortbox, complete frame off restoration, $16,000.obo 250-558-1078 2006 GMC 3500 4 x 4 Crew Cab LB 178K, 6L gas, auto $10,800 obo 250-307-0002 2007 Dodge 1-ton Crewcab, 6.7 Cummins diesel,Must sell. $18,500. 250-540-7695 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4, 5.7L, loaded every option, painted Tonneau cover, dark green in color, dark grey interior, lots of extras, $36,000.obo 250-558-1078

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Legal Notices Auto Loans Approved!! Largest Dealer Group Huge Selection Cars Trucks Vans Suvs. Free delivery BC/AB Best Rates Always Approved. Apply online: autocredit911.com or call Tollfree-1-888-635-9911

Tim Shewan, 634 Burn St., Take notice that you have 30 days to remove all your belongings, and the car from this address, household goods, after 30 days we will take posession of it to be sold for rent owing, George Alexander, 9213 Orchard Ridge Dr., Vernon, BC, 250-542-8925

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Cars - Domestic 1997 Saturn, runs great, new mufﬂer, auto, red. Real nice car.$1900 obo.(250)490-9008 1998 Ford Escort sport, 2dr, 5spd, exc. cond., $3000, (250)493-5881

3bdrm,1.5bath, repainted, clean quiet, 5 applis, n/s, n/p, $1000/mo Ref. 250-493-7791

2006 Chevrolet Optra LT Wagon, hatchback, standard trans. 82,000km, great on gas, one owner, winter tires on now, but summer tires incl. only $6800 (250)493-9415

Legal Notices

Townhouses

Recreational/Sale Travel trailer for sale, 2007 26ft Wildcat, front bdrm, ac, surround sound, exc. cond., $17,000obo, (250)492-0737

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

Auto Accessories/Parts

Suites, Upper 1BDRM Den, 575 Wade Ave East. Avail. Mar. 01. Call Jim 250-492-0413 Clean 1 bdrm, priv ent, w/d, walk to d/town & beach, n/s, n/p, avail Jan 1.(250)486-4121 Large 2bdrm suite, 1st floor, laundry, priv. entrance, across from Penticton Convention Centre, avail. now, np, ns, $850/mo.+util, 250-494-8741 Upper suite available for rent, 2bdrm, 1bath, just under 1000sqft., older home, completely renovated. The utilities etc. are split between upper and lower suites, they’re not included. Laundry facilities on both floors, not shared, suites both have private entry. Extremely private location with no neighbors visible even when sitting on the front deck. Side yard has a concrete patio; again completely private and the back yard is large and completely fenced. There is a garage on the property that is not included in the rental, though there will be storage for the lawnmower etc provided. The yard is completely landscaped and fenced with a large deck on the front. No smokers please and no pets. References required. Walking distance to downtown and Okanagan beach Long term renters preferred, $1,100/mo. Avail. Feb 1st. I have a bunch of pictures, let me know when you reply if you’d like to see them. Please reply to bhanover@telus.net but don’t be afraid of my spam filter, you’ll have to type the word in the box to get through to my inbox.

2000 Corvette convertible, tan top, tan leather interior, loaded auto, new tires fresh certiﬁcation $20,000obo 250-558-1078 2004 Chrysler Crossﬁre loaded leather, Immaculate, V6, 6-spd $12,900. (250)558-1078

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February 3 ELKS CLUB on Ellis Street has drop-in darts and pool at 6:30 p.m. followed by Okie Dokie karaoke. FRATERNAL ORDER OF Eagles has dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Entertainment at 7 p.m. All members and guests welcome to their hall at 1197 Main St. SENIORS’ COMPUTER CLUB meets at the Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. Members drop-in from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the main hall. Call 250-770-7848 for more information. SENIORS SINGLES LUNCH Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250-770-8622. PDSCL has bingo at 1 p.m. in the Leisure Centre on Winnipeg Street. Call Tarra at 250-490-0200, ext. 1 for more information. SOUTH MAIN DROP-IN Centre has Tai Chi Chuan at 10 a.m., cardio dance at 11:10 a.m., new beginner line dance at 1 p.m. ANAVETS HAS KARAOKE with Jack and Owen at 6 p.m. 890 WING OF South Okanagan Air Force Association gets together at 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS HAS a big book meeting and 12x12 thumper group meets at 7:30 p.m. at 431 Winnipeg St. in Penticton. Naramata group is at 8 p.m. at 3740 3rd St. In Summerland, the step study meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Nooners meetings are Monday to Friday at noon at 361 Ade Ave. FUNTIMERS BALLROOM DANCE Club meets most Fridays upstairs at the Elks Club on Ellis Street from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. For ballroom and Latin American dancing. Instruction is provided on certain Fridays. For more info, please contact Brian at 250-492-7036 or visit www.funtimers.bravehost.com. MEALS ON WHEELS is in need of volunteer meal preps from 10 to 11 a.m. and drivers for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 250-492-9095.

12:30 p.m., dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. and entertainment by Buzz Byer at 6:30 p.m. JEWISH LEARNING CENTRE for Christians is at 10 a.m. at the Bethel Pentecostal Church at 945 Main St. FRATERNAL ORDER OF Eagles has hamburgers and fries from noon to 4 p.m. Beaver races at 4 p.m. Music by DJ Ivan at 6 p.m. Members and guests welcome to hall at 1197 Main St. ELKS CLUB on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., dropin darts/pool, meat draw at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment provided by Hal. SOUTH MAIN DROP-IN Centre has partner cribbage the first and third Saturday each month. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS HAS the 12 Bells group at noon at 431 Winnipeg St., Penticton. Then at 8 p.m., the night group gathers at 431 Winnipeg St. In Summerland, the Grapevine meeting is at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. WINE KITZ IS having its grand opening from 1 to 4 p.m. at 103-78 Industrial Ave. W. Prizes will be given and a chance to meet the owners.

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February 5 SUNDAY EVENING DANCES at 7 p.m. has taped music at the South Main DropIn Centre on South Main Street. Call 250-493-2111 for more info. ELKS CLUB ON Ellis Street has a crib tournament at 9 a.m. for $15, dog races, meat draw, door prizes and last man standing at 2:30 p.m.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION branch 40 has a meat draw at 2:30 p.m. ANAVETS HAS HORSE races and mystery draw 2 p.m. Super Bowl at 4 p.m. FRATERNAL ORDER OF Eagles has its monthly breakfast in support of local charities from 8 to 11 a.m. Members and guests welcome to hall at 1197 Main St. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETS in OK Falls at 10:30 a.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., then in Penticton at 11 a.m. for the women’s group at the Lawn Bowling Club at 260 Brunswick St. Also the Sunday 123 group meets at 8 p.m. in the Education Room in the basement of the Penticton Hospital. PENTICTON ACADEMY OF Music presents a student recital at the Leir House at 2 p.m. Admission is by donation with all proceeds to support the student bursary fund.

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M ENTAL W ELLNESS CENTRE has Brown Bag family support group from noon to 1 p.m. weekly and individual support for family members from 2 to 4 p.m. weekly. SOUTH MAIN DROP-IN Centre has Improver Line Dance at 9 a.m., Scrabble at 10 a.m., carpet bowl at 10:45 a.m., intermediate/advanced line dance and duplicate bridge at 1 p.m., and ACC (cribbage) at 7 p.m. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION branch 40 has ladies fit-

ness at 10 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. and zumba dance at 6:30 p.m. AL-ANON has a men’s only meeting at 7 p.m. at the United Church. Call 250-490-9272 for info. SENIOR’S COMPUTER CLUB has sessions at 439 Winnipeg St. from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Call 250-7707848 for more info. S ENIORS W ELLNESS SOCIETY has stress and relaxation from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the United Church at 696 Main St. ANAVETS HAS POOL and dart leagues at 7 p.m. ELKS CLUB ON Ellis Street has darts at 7 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS NUX group meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre at Green Mountain Road and Penticton I.R. Road. Summerland 12 and 12 group at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the United Church basement. MARTIN HOUSE HAS a daily program for 16 to 30-year-olds with a diagnosis of mood disorder, anxiety disorder and/or psychosis. The program is Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to noon at 205 Martin St. Drop by or contact Mental Wellness Centre at 250-493-7338 for more info. COMPLETE HEALTH IMPROVEMENT Program has a free one-hour info session at the Penticton SDA Church hall at 290 Warren Ave. W. CHIP will teach you how to improve your health through diet, exercise and stress management with amazing results in just 30 days. For more info, call Connie at 250496-5966. This is the last session for the upcoming program.

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10 a.m. to noon at 13211 Henry St. 890 WING OF South Okanagan Air Force Association gets together for a gab and coffee every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 126 Dakota Ave. OKANAGAN CALEDONIAN PIPE band practises from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Legion hall on Martin Street. All are welcome. ELKS CLUB ON Ellis Street has crib at 7 p.m. PENTICTON CONCERT BAND rehearses at 7 p.m. Intermediate to advanced musicians, as well as rusty encouraged to join the group. It is an opportunity to renew playing of an instrument in a concert band and an opportunity to join a vital musical group for personal enjoyment and camaraderie. Wide variety of musical selections. The Penticton Concert Band is available for performances. Phone 250-809-2087 for info. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH in the Ark at 1498 Government St. has free drop-off program for elementary aged kids from 2:45 to 5 p.m. A safe place to play games (computers, Wii, PS3, Lego, pool, airhockey), make crafts, gym time, snacks. Everyone is welcome. NOONERS MEETING AT 8 p.m. at 431 Winnipeg

St. and young person’s group at 7:30 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre. Call/ text Guy at 250-460-2466 or Niki at 250-460-0798. P E N T I C T O N TOASTMASTERS MEETS every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Shatford Centre at 760 Main St. Toastmasters is an excellent way to enhance confidence, speaking and leadership skills in a fun, supportive setting. Membership is open to anyone 18 and up. Guests are always welcome and allowed up to three free meetings. Call 250-4922362 for more info. PENTICTON TUNEAGERS, UNDER the direction of Gerald Nadeau, are looking for new choir members. If you are 50 or over and love to sing, drop in any Tuesday morning from 9 to 11:30 a.m. They meet at St. Ann’s Church basement at 1296 Main St. HEART HEALTY/HEART WARMING recipes from the chefs at Wheatgrass Cafe is a free session from 7 to 8:30 p.m. PENTICTON MUSEUM HAS Brown Bag lectures has What’s Old is New Again — Restoration of Ellis Street Cottage with Rick and Julie Valenti from noon to 1 p.m.

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