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Norman needs a new home JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff
A tough financial situation is forcing a beloved O’Keefe Ranch attraction out of a home. Despite being one of the most popular animals at the ranch, Norman the Jersey bull can no longer be looked after by the ranch. “It’s not something that we wanted to do,” said Marilyn Berglund, Historic O’Keefe Ranch interim manager. “We love Norman.” Cost is the cause, as the ranch is trying to be more fiscally responsible due to recent financial restraints. “Norman costs us upwards of $1,000 a year and we have to consider those things,” said Berglund. But news that Norman will no longer have a home at the ranch, effective Feb. 29, nearly broke Chris and Brian Breitkreitz hearts. The Salmon Arm couple, who are the original owners of Norman, are appealing to the public in hopes of finding a new space for the pet bull. Another petting zoo type space would be ideal, as
Norman isn’t your average bull. “He’s a very social animal, he doesn’t think he’s a cow,” said Brian of the bull that acts more like a dog or person. Norman has always been special, recalls Chris, who brought the bull home from the Armstrong auction nine years ago, buckled in the backseat of her car. “I still remember that day, he walked over to me and starting licking my hand,” said Chris, who couldn’t resist those big brown Jersey eyes. While Brian admits he wasn’t keen on Chris bringing home yet another animal from the auction, he quickly grew to love Norman. “He turned out to be like a dog, he’d follow you around the yard and she’d take him for walks down the road with a rope around his neck (for a leash). “I didn’t spend a day in five years without talking to him.” So it was a tough decision when the Breitkreitz’ moved a few years later and had to find a new home for Norman. But there wasn’t a better place for him than the ranch. He loved the attention,
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Norman greets his old owner Brian Breitkreitz during a recent reunion at O’Keefe Ranch. A new home is being sought for the popular Jersey bull. all the kids and visitors, and Nellie (some may recall his sweetheart Nellie the cow, as the two were inseparable, unfortunately she has since passed). “He was probably the most photographed cow in Canada,” said Chris, as Norman never shyed away from the lens of a
visitor’s camera. The decision to get rid of Norman has left the Breitkreitz’ a little disheartened. “Everyone’s told us that he’s the most popular animal there so why get rid of him?” questions Brian, adding that they don’t want to see him go
somewhere he will be slaughtered. But as Berglund points out it is a matter of costs, nothing against the characteristic bull. Instead of looking after animals year-round, the ranch is hoping to board animals during the summer, working with area farms.
So with Norman leaving the ranch in less than two weeks, the Breitkreitz’ are eager to find a new home for him – preferably one in a social atmosphere such as a petting zoo. Anyone interested can contact Chris or Brian at 250832-3855.
Sudden return of winter catches region off-guard Morning Star Staff
A blast of winter created significant challenges for North Okanagan motorists Thursday. Numerous accidents were reported as snow blanketed most of the region throughout the day. “Conditions were extremely slippery” said Cst. Kris Clark, RCMP spokesperson. The most dramatic situation occurred just after 7 a.m. when six vehicles collided at Crystal Waters Road and Highway 97, just north of Oyama. Several people were taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. “Speed, weather and road conditions are all considered to be major factors in this collision,” said Clark. The investigation is ongoing but Clark says Motor Vehicle Act charges are likely forthcoming against at least one driver.
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Emergency personnel respond to a six-vehicle accident at Crystal Waters Road and Highway 97 in Oyama Thursday morning. The accident forced the closure of Highway 97 at one point, and then one lane was opened before all four lanes were fully reopened by 10:30 a.m. “The Lake Country RCMP would like to remind people that winter driving is in effect,”
said Clark. “Please slow down for the conditions and ensure that you have appropriate tires for the weather.” Elsewhere in the North Okanagan, road conditions were being blamed for a myriad of
Thursday morning accidents. One woman was taken to hospital suffering from injuries in a rollover accident, and from when her airbag deployed, after her Chevy Cavalier left Highway 97A near Larkin Cross road in Spallumcheen. The northbound vehicle slid off the road right, struck two culverts and rolled down the embankment, landing on its wheels. There were minor injuries after three vehicles collided near Bailey Road on Highway 97, south of Vernon, and a driver was suffering from whiplash after a vehicle lost control and went off Dure Meadow Road east of Lumby. “People seemed to have been caught offguard by the new winter snow after the roads had been dry for so many days,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. There were also reports of at least three semi trucks jackknifed on Highway 97 on St. Anne’s Hill in Spallumcheen before noon.
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could take four weeks to advertise for and hire a mechanical engineer. That engineer would There will be no quick fix to repairs at the then need six weeks to prepare a phase one Vernon Recreation Complex. report on the project. Requirements for selecting contractors and It would then take four to six weeks to tenfabricating the necessary equipment means der documents for potential contractors and about $1.7 million in construction could take then the tender period would be three weeks. until late fall. Coughlin anticipates that one week would “We hope to have everything done by be required to award a contract to a contracNovember,� said Jim tor. Coughlin, facilities manActual construction could ager. run from five to six months. Damage has occurred The dehumidifier would be to the pool walls and roof installed during the pool’s regubecause exterior finishing larly scheduled shutdown from installed in 1993 failed Aug. 27 to Sept. 17. and cold exterior air has “It takes four months to build — Jim Coughlin clashed with humid air the equipment,� said Coughlin. from the pool. The dehuTenders will also be issued midification system was also undersized when for the pool’s roof and wall repairs and the it was installed and it was shut off in 1998 auditorium heating system. because of costly repairs required to keep it RDNO directors had instructed staff to running. go to a request for proposals so a number of The original heating lines in the auditorium options for repairs can be considered. are also rotting out because they were not “I’m satisfied with the process established,� installed correctly when the complex was built said director Doug Dirk. in 1965. “It should give us the result we want which As part of the dehumidification repairs, it is more than one (contractor) involved.� Morning Star Staff
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Youth issues challenge to officials to demonstrate vision RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
A fresh vision is challenging the status quo over public amenities in Greater Vernon. Jade Freeman, 11, told the Regional District of North Okanagan board Wednesday that competing sports and culture interests must come together. “We shouldn’t be thinking about separate needs and separate solutions. We should be thinking about one solution,� said the Grade 6 student. “We don’t just need another building, we need a centre that truly grows. We need a centre that helps us grow.� Currently, there are concepts for a sports complex next to the college, a new museum and art
“We need a centre that helps us grow.� — Jade Freeman gallery, recreational facilities at Kin Race Track and the Kokanee Swim Club — which Freeman belongs to — has suggested a new 50-metre pool. “I think we could combine many of the arts and culture facilities we need with the sports centre,� said Freeman. “We could make use of wall space for displaying art. We could use auditoriums for having musical recitals to support the music
school.� In terms of aquatics, Freeman envisions a facility with space for the public and the swim club. “A water park with fun slides and a wave pool would attract so many people from our regional community who would prefer not to drive all of the way to the H20 (centre in Kelowna),� she said. By pursuing a common facility for all needs, Freeman says it would be cost effective.
“Our whole town needs to find ways to earn money and improve our facilities,� she said. “We could make a place that everyone would want to come to and that would get our community to come together in a healthy way.� RDNO members were impressed with Freeman’s presentation. “She’s thought a level beyond what we’ve thought,� said Patrick Nicol, RDNO chairperson. “She’s saying we have to look at the whole community.� Director Juliette Cunningham was moved by Freeman’s passion. “It’s so inspiring. I agree with so many of her principles,� said Cunningham. “We need people like her to talk to us and remind us that we can
do better.� Director Mike Macnabb believes people like Freeman should be involved when planning facilities. “We do have to think long-term and think about facilities,� he said.
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A sports tradition returns for its 117th year. Vernon Race Days will be held at Kin Race Track July 8, 15 and 29 and Aug. 5. “The four days booked marks an increase in race dates from previous years when only two or three days of racing were held,” said Ed Woolley, with the Okanagan Equestrian Society. “The society expects the track to open in April for training purposes. We invite anybody interested in watching the training to come any morning after the track has opened.”
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The opening ceremonies will kick off the Greater Vernon B.C. Winter Games Thursday at the Wesbild Centre. And organizers have a few tips for the public who plan on attending. “There will be limited seating available at Wesbild Centre and seating will be on a first-come first-serve basis,” said Games communications director Pete McIntyre. “There will also be limited parking, so people should carpool or arrange to park at a different location.” The pre-ceremony show will kick off at 6:15 p.m. while the ceremony begins at 7 p.m. Opening ceremony performers will include The Okanagan Rhythmic Gymnastic and Cirque Theatre Company, Accentz Dance Studio, The WLC-Tones Choir (W.L. Seaton Secondary) and
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individuals. The torch is expected to arrive in the Wesbild Centre at 8:25 or 8:30 p.m. The person who will light the torch remains a mystery. There will also be a live webcast of the opening ceremony which can be viewed at www.sportscanada.tv. The closing ceremony will be Sunday, Feb. 26, from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Wesbild Centre. ■ The Morning Star is keeping tabs on the B.C. Winter Games through a special tab on our website. Stories on athletes
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.C. teachers may not be issuing report cards during the current job action, but just as spring follows winter, we can always count on the Fraser Institute to tell us how our schools are performing. The B.C. Teachers’ Federation and, closer to home, the Vernon Teachers’ Association, has been critical of the annual Report Card on British Columbia’s Elementary Schools, which bases its findings on data from the annual Foundation Skills Assessment tests administered to students in Grades 4 and 7. Like the teachers’ unions, I fail to see how we can determine how Katherine Mortimer good or lousy a school is based on a test given to kids in two grades on a few subjects. And if a teacher moves from a top-ranked school to one that is ranked low on the scale, does that mean he or she is a sub-par teacher? It doesn’t make any sense. The school I attended in Vancouver from Grade 8 to 12 is consistently ranked by the Fraser Institute in the top-10 of all B.C. schools. But if you look at my marks in my old nemesis, algebra, I received a top mark in Grade 10 and by Grade 11 I was failing the subject, not once but twice. So does this mean my great school was now a crappy school? Fortunately, I never did an FSA test, so who knows? The Ministry of Education didn’t introduce the tests until 2000. According to Peter Cowley, director of school performance studies for the Fraser Institute, “the report card is the only objective, reliable tool that parents have to compare the academic performance of their child’s school over time and to that of other schools in their community. “The Fraser Institute’s school report card is the only source for long-term, provincewide school performance data that helps parents monitor the performance of their child’s school and help educators identify key areas for
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improvement in their classrooms.” The arrogance of that statement beggars belief, so forgive me for not feeling that without the guidance offered by a right-wing think tank, I’m somehow being kept in the dark about my child’s academic performance. Sorry, but if I want to find out how my child is doing, I’ll talk to her teacher. And I’ll likely find out that if you were to assess a dozen kids out of her class, you’ll find that all of them are performing at different levels. Had the FSA been in place when I was in Grade 4, I guarantee I probably would have failed miserably, as it was one of my worst school years ever, where I was bullied by my teacher throughout the year, and longed for the end of June. I wonder what the publication of a report such as this does for teachers’ morale? In the three years since my daughter started school, I’ve been astonished at the dedication, caring, creativity and skills that I’ve seen in her teachers, not to mention all of the support staff needed to keep a school running smoothly. By all means, teachers should be testing students to see if they comprehend the material. But a test that doesn’t go towards a child’s mark, that costs time and money to administer — particularly in an era of school districts having to work with fewer dollars than ever before — seems foolish at best, and dangerous at worst. The results of the FSA test seem to be a way for some schools to be able to say, “Wow, look at how good we are,” and others, with equally good teachers, and equally bright students, to have their self-esteem squashed simply because the Fraser Institute tells us so. Last year, Bountiful elementary-secondary school — home of B.C’s infamous fundamentalist Mormon polygamous community — earned top-ranking on the list, with a score of 10 out of 10. This is a school that is not able to issue official graduation diplomas to its Grade 12 students because of concerns about its curriculum. If that doesn’t call into question the validity of the Fraser Institute report, I don’t know what does.
The countdown is officially on. There’s just one week until Greater Vernon hosts B.C. for the Winter Games. In case you haven’t noticed, this is a big deal folks. Or so it should be. Thousands of our province’s best young athletes, coaches, proud parents and siblings and support staff will soon converge on our not so little city. These athletes, some of whom hail right from our region, have worked immensely hard to get to this point and we should all be out there cheering them on. But as much as the Games are about, well, games, this is also our time to shine. Just think Vancouver Olympics scaled down a notch or two. As the host city for such a prestigious event, we should proudly be showing off just how great Greater Vernon is. This is the time to boast our great amenities like Silver Star and Sovereign Lake. Feel free to brag up that great little cafe, diner or trendy little shop. In turn, the support received will give, if even temporary, a boost to our region’s economy. But it’s not just about seeing what Greater Vernon has to offer, it’s feeling it. We want all our visitors to remember us fondly, perhaps with the following impression: “People are so friendly in Vernon, and Armstrong is so beautiful, let’s bring the kids back there for summer break. I heard Kalamalka Lake is gorgeous.” So even if you’re not one of the 2,000 people volunteering at the Games, you can still have an impact. Even something as simple as giving someone directions, holding the door or just sending a smile their way is enough to make our visitors feel welcome.
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n the morning of February the 12th, I, as were a great many other of your readers, was shocked to read a letter that you printed from V. VanBeelen, reflecting on an article entitled “Contestant Seeks to Inspire”, by Jennifer Smith. In this letter, the author expresses their limited, prejudicial and misguided views of what is or is not a healthy or even a normal lifestyle. The opinions that this person puts forward and further distributed by your paper, I believe, violates Mr. Brian Webb’s human rights, as identified by the Ministry of Attorney General of BC. By printing this incredibly offensive and prejudicial letter, you have completed the three requirements that are necessary as outlined in the government website provided above, to file a complaint of discrimination under the Human Rights Code. 1- An individual has been singled out 2- An individual has been treated differently and poorly because of a personal characteristic 3- The treatment occurred in a public SOME QUESTIONS I have some questions for V. VanBeelen. Do you eat pork or shellfish? Do you wear cotton-poly blend shirts? Ever played football with a traditional pigskin ball? All of these things are clearly prohibited in Leviticus, the section of the Bible where homosexuality is supposedly also prohibited (depending which translation you choose to believe). This same section also permits slave ownership and advocates killing children who swear at their parents. Do you write letters to the editor about other transgressions, such as divorce, contraception, or wives who don't submit to their husbands? Again, all behaviours clearly prohibited in the Bible. You are of course free to interpret these passages however you like. But in choosing to fixate on one while ignoring others, you are transgressing against your own Bible, as you fail to follow its injunction to 'judge not.' In fact, you are using your religion to justify promoting your own personal prejudices. And yes, it is legal in this country to hold whatever beliefs and opin-
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ions you wish. However, it is not legal to promote hatred through speech or actions. Gladly, I believe we will soon see a society where it is understood that the public expression of opinions such as yours, even when veiled as religious righteousness, contributes to an environment of prejudice, hatred and violence against sexual minorities. It doesn't matter if you are not a bully yourself; some other bully will read your letter and feel justified in their violent actions against others. No newspaper today would print such a letter vilifying people of different races. I strongly urge the editors of this publication to consider their responsibility towards ALL members of this community before printing a letter such as V. VanBeelen's again. Chandra McCann THROW NO STONES Some opinions in The Morning Star are not ‘2012’. We live in a progressive age of adaption. The world is in tragedy; world weather, trauma, friends are losing their homes, and yet some people still choose to negatively focus on
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the name of God. For the past 15yrs Gay Vernon also known as NOGLO, has represented the GLBT community right here in the North Okanagan, providing a safe and open setting for its members. The organization has also established strong ties with local business and other like minded organizations, including those of the church where members of our society have been married in public ceremonies.
things that do not affect them directly. V. VanBeelen’s letter to the editor regarding Brian Webb aspiring to Mr. Gay Canada was unnecessary. I appreciate everyone is entitled to opinion, but if it affects no one but you, be silent. I ask V.VanBeelen if he/she asks every professional they deal with what their sexual orientation is. If so, you might find your services in health care, landscaping, accounting, snow removal etc… rather limited. You have no idea who you are surrounded by, and probably for the better. Brian was quoted in his original article by saying “I hope that my nomination will inspire youth in the Okanagan to trust and believe in who they are, build their confidence to follow their dreams and trust that there is an entire community rallying behind them.” He was referring to HIS community of caring and open minded people who appreciate his dedication to being a solid citizen in all respects. He did not ask for support from anyone who does not know him, or respect his aspirations. Or respect his commitment to solid val-
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Gay Vernon, strongly promotes those democratic practices of equality and tolerance; supporting education and understanding. It is our hope that your paper, as an equal opportunity employer, also considers GLBT community as part of its circulation base. In closing, I would like to say that, as a society we have outlawed the outdated notions that certain people may ONLY ride at the back of the bus, that only men should have the vote, that woman are property or that government has the right to dictate what happens between consenting adults in the privacy of the bedroom. And as an enlightened society our institutions, the press included, are expected to promote the ‘Greater Good’ of its people and not to isolate and belittle them, creating class differences or ghettos of dissent. Gay Vernon, would very much like to hear from you with respect to the issues raised and to pass those thoughts onto the membership and its affiliated organizations. On behalf of GAY VERNON and its Board of Directors
ues, good health, and acceptance of opinions like yours for that matter. What is a crime, sadly is someone of ‘ill heart’. A person’s sexuality does not fall into that category. If I were to fall, have a purse stolen, or even need a door opened, Brian would be right by my side, regardless of my presentation…That’s what I wish for this planet. People choose to participate or not. ‘Choice’ being the operative word. So measure yourself up to God’s word: Throw no stones. God loves everyone – can you? Elspeth Manning Dena Sharkey IN RESPONSE In response to the letter titled "No H8." As a long-time, and in fact lifetime, reader of The Morning Star, I was saddened to see that a bigoted message of ignorance and hate was allowed to be published in our paper. It is because of views like these that so many teens across Canada feel that they will never be accepted. Homosexuality is not a "choice," and being in a loving relationship with someone that just happens to
be the same sex as you does not deny you the right to exist. Naomi Knittel
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Field conditions draw concern JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff
Typically in baseball, loaded bases make for a great scoring opportunity. But not when they’re loaded with weeds, instead of runners. That’s the case at some local diamonds in Coldstream, specifically Creekside Park, where weeds have overrun the infields. “It presents some real challenges to our young
ball players,” said Mark Batchelor, president of the Vernon and District Baseball Association. “There’s significant risk for them and they don’t want to slide, there’s fear of tripping.” The problem has progressively gotten worse since the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee, at the request of Coldstream, stopped using herbicides and pesticides within Coldstream in
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The infields at the ball diamonds in Creekside Park are overrun with weeds. 2009. While coaches and staff have tried to pitch in by raking the infields themselves, they haven’t been able to keep up with the growth. And if the problem persists, Batchelor fears they won’t be able to play ball in Coldstream. GVAC says it does not have the labour capacity to manually remove weeds nor can it afford to transport machinery around to drag the fields (which is done at the DND diamonds). T h e r e f o r e Coldstream is requesting that GVAC do something to fix the diamonds, and keep the bases free of weeds.
“Right now they just need to get it in usable shape again,” said Coun. Pat Cochrane. “Once they do that, we want to make sure they (VDBA) don’t come back a year or two from now with the same pictures.” In an effort to resolve the problem, the use of chemicals is being debated, just for the infield portion of the diamonds. “If they can find some organic alternative of herbicide they should use it,” said Coun. Gyula Kiss. But according to head gardener Isabel Prystawik, even the organic herbicides are caustic, less effective and more expensive.
The district is also not permitted to use any home-remedy solution which is not registered. Meanwhile, Coun. Maria Besso is against any use of pesticides or herbicides. “I think there are still manual ways to doing this,” said Besso, adding that she has fielded local concerns about kids playing in pesticideladen parks. Coun. Peter McClean notes that whether its weeds in parks or alyssum spreading into hay fields, Coldstream will forever be plagued by nuisance plants. “We are an agricultural community and there are a lot of weeds that fly.”
Thieves target snowmobiles ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Area RCMP are encouraging snowmobile enthusiasts to be vigilant in securing sleds on their vehicles, and consider placing a special piece of equipment inside a vehicle to ensure sled safety. It’s a time of year, say police, that sleds tend to get stolen. “What’s happening,
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City extends parking numbers RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
There will be a limit on how many vehicles can be parked on a property, but it will be more than originally expected. City of Vernon staff had recommended a limit of four operable and licensable vehicles be allowed outdoors on a residential property. But council has changed that to six because there was a concern residents with trails, RVs and boats would be penalized. “This targets people with multiple vehicles they are using,” said Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe of the original plan. Mary-Jo O’Keefe “This doesn’t address the issue of junk yards.” The bylaw will allow the city to address complaints about the aesthetics of a large number of vehicles being stored in a residential yard. All In The Family The City of Vernon’s family has officially grown. Council has approved a sister city relationship with Anandpur Sahib, India. “We have a significant East Indian community and this highlights the commonality we have,” said Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe. Anandpur Sahib, which is in the Punjab
region, shares a common landscape with Vernon, as well as agricultural activities. Vernon currently has five sister cities and the initiative is run by a volunteer committee. Fundraising assists with any exchanges, and those who go on trips cover their own expenses. Financial Reporting Exceptional The City of Vernon has been recognized for financial reporting. The Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada has presented an award to Vernon for its 2010 annual financial report. “We believe our current report continues to conform to the Canadian award for financial reporting program requirements, and we are (again) submitting it to GFOA,” said Kevin Bertles, finance manager. In order to earn a Canadian award, a jurisdiction must publish an easKevin Bertles ily readable and efficiently organized annual financial report, whose contents conform to program standards. “This award is a result of a great team effort by several departments, especially the finance department, and underscores the professionalism and dedication of our staff,” said Marg Bailey, interim chief administrative officer.
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TM The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. †Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2012 Elantra L 6-Speed/2012 Accent L 5Dr 6-Speed/2012 Sonata GL 6-Speed/2012 Tucson L 5-Speed/ 2012 Santa Fe GL 2.4 6-Speed with an annual finance rate of 1.9%/2.65%/0%/0.9%/0% for 72/84/84/84/84 months. Bi-weekly payment is $118/$91/$134/$124/$142. No down payment is required. Cost of Borrowing is $1,014/$1,451/$0/$696/$0. Finance offers include Delivery and Destination of $1,495/$1,495/$1,565/$1,760/ $1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. Finance Example: 2012 Elantra L 6-speed for $17,344 at 1.9% per annum equals $118 bi-weekly for 72 months for a total obligation of $18,358. Cash price is $17,344. Cost of Borrowing is $1,014. Example price includes Delivery and Destination of $1,495. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. Ω0 payments for up to 90 days (payment deferral) is available on all new in-stock 2011 or 2012 Hyundai models except Equus and Veloster and only applies to purchase finance offers on approved credit. If payment deferral is selected the original term of the contract will be extended by 2-months/56-days for monthly/ bi-weekly finance contracts. Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. will pay the interest of the deferral for the first 2-months/56-days of the monthly/bi-weekly finance contract. After this period interest will start to accrue and the purchaser will pay the principal and interest monthly/bi-weekly over the remaining term of the contract. ∞Fuel economy comparison based on combined fuel consumption rating for the 2012 Accent 5Dr 6-Speed Manual (4.9L/100km), manufacturer’s testing and 2012 AIAMC combined fuel consumption ratings for the sub-compact vehicle class. ʆBased on Natural Resource Canada’s 2012 ecoEnergy award for most fuel efficient full-size car. ʈFuel consumption for 2012 Elantra L 6-speed manual (HWY 4.9L/100KM; City 6.8L/100KM)/2012 Accent L 5Dr 6-Speed (HWY 4.9L/100KM; City 6.7L/100KM)/ 2012 Sonata GL 6-Speed (HWY 5.7L/100KM; City 8.7L/100KM)/2012 Tucson L (HWY 7.4L/100KM; City 10.1L/100KM)/2012 Santa Fe GL 2.4L 6-Speed Manual FWD (HWY 7.7L/100KM, City 11.0L/100KM) are based on Energuide. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. †ʕΩOffers available for a limited time, and subject to change or cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. πBased on the December 2011 AIAMC report. ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions.
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DL# 30382
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Demo Sale! 2012 VERSA SEDAN
$
13,999
2011 JUKE SV AWD
STOCK # 25-108 • 1023 kms • Air conditioning • Power windows / door locks • Remote keyless entry
• Over 90% of warranty left! • Most driven less than 2,000 kms • Driven less than 3-months
$
21,999
• Financing starting at 0% • Terms up to 8 years • Best value!
2011 NISSAN SENTRA
2012 NISSAN TITAN SL 4X4
2012 NISSAN MURANO SL AWD
STOCK # 24-897 • 7700 kms • Air conditioning • Power windows / locks / mirrors • Remote keyless entry
STOCK # 25-182 • 1500 kms • Leather, power group • Rockford Fosgate audio • Back-up sensors, moonroof
STOCK # 25-194 • 1002 kms • Leather • Back-up camera, dual sunroof • Tonneau cover, alloy wheels
14,999
39,999
38,999
$
$
$
2012 NISSAN X-TERRA SV 4X4
2012 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 LUXURY
2012 NISSAN MURANO SV AWD
STOCK # 25-165 • 1221 kms • Power group • Keyless entry • Running boards, roof rack
STOCK # 25-142 • 1000 kms • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Power heated seats / mirrors • Push button start
STOCK # 25-195 • 1000 kms • Dual panel moonroof • Power driver / passenger seats • Rear view camera, keyless entry
33,999
23,999
35,999
$
$
$
2012 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SL
2011 NISSAN CUBE SL
2012 NISSAN MAXIMA SV
STOCK # 25-135 • 1000 kms • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Leather, heated seats • Back-up camera
STOCK # 25-140 • 1062 kms • Intelligent keyless entry • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Heated seats, push button start
STOCK # 25-175 • Only 1000 kms • CVT transmission • Bluetooth, Homelink • Sport paddle shift
25,999
19,999
38,999
$
$
$
2011 NISSAN JUKE SV AWD
2011 NISSAN JUKE SL FWD
2012 NISSAN TITAN SV C/C 4X4
STOCK # 25-130 • 1004 kms • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Power group • Tonneau cover
STOCK # 25-150 • 1000 kms • Power group, moonroof • Tonneau cover • Wheel mounted audio/cruise
STOCK # 25-170 • Only 1032 kms • Power driver seat / rear window • Back-up sensors • Bluetooth, 6 disc AM/FM CD player
21,999
23,999
STOCK # 25-131 • 1000 kms • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Bluetooth • Air conditioning
31,999
$
$
$
2012 NISSAN ROGUE SV AWD
2012 NISSAN JUKE SV AWD
2012 NISSAN VERSA 1.6 SEDAN
STOCK # 25-158 • 1034 kms • Back-up camera • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Power group, Bluetooth
STOCK # 25-166 • 1000 kms • Wheel mounted audio / cruise • Bluetooth, i-pod connect • Power group
STOCK # 25-188 • 1000 kms • Wheel mounted audio/cruise • Keyless entry, upgraded stereo • Bluetooth, i-pod connect
27,999
$
22,999
$
15,999
$
VERNON NISSAN The Sentes Auto Group • www.sentes.com • toll free 1-888-540-9809 • 6417 Highway 97N, Vernon • DL#30811
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News MEDIEVAL MADNESS
BRENDA GIESBRECHT PHOTO
A warrior prepares for battle during Medieval Madness at All Saints Anglican Church Saturday. The Vernon Winter Carnival event was sponsored by Camelot Vineyards.
Funtastic ready to pitch in support Morning Star Staff
The deadline is quickly approaching to apply for Funtastic funds. Non-profit agencies have until Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. to submit bids for grants that will go towards sports and recreation projects. “The Funtastic Sports Society believes that all people should have opportunities to enjoy active living and participating in sport and recreation activities,” said Jim McEwan, executive director. In the past three years, $75,000 in grants have been Jim McEwan presented to 27 local agencies Grant applications are available at www.funtastic.org. “Organizations new to Funtastic’s grant process can review criteria to ensure the project/request fits within the framework of the program with the best opportunity for success,” said McEwan. For more information, call 250-558-7756.
† Instant rebate equal to 10% of the total retail purchase price of 3 qualifying Jenn-Air® major appliances (before taxes). ‡Instant rebate equal to 15% of the total retail purchase price of 4 or more qualifying Jenn-Air® major appliances (before taxes). Instant rebate will be deducted at time of purchase. Multiple purchases must be made from the same participating authorized Canadian Jenn-Air® appliance dealer at the same time. *Qualifying major appliances include Jenn-Air® Refrigerators, Ranges, Wall Ovens, Cooktops, Dishwashers and Ventilation hoods (excluding blowers), Under-Counter Refrigerators and Warming Drawers. All built-in refrigerators, commercial ranges and combination microwave double wall ovens count as two units. Refrigerator panels, accessories and cartridges are excluded. One claim per household. Offer is not cumulative and cannot be combined with any other offer. Purchases must be made between February 11 and March 11, 2012. Limited time offer. Some conditions may apply. Open to Canadian residents only. Offer is not available to dealers, builders or contractors. Offer is available on retail purchases only. All models may not be available at all dealers. No substitutes qualify. See Sales Associates for Details. ®Registered Trademark/™Trademark of Jenn-Air U.S.A., used under license in Canada. ©2012 All rights reserved.
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$
22,900
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14,900
TRADES WANTED Including Boats and Motorcycles VERNON HYUNDAI • 4608 - 27 Street, Vernon, BC • 888-698-3144 • vernonhyundai.com
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Westwood Fine Cabinetry is Celebrating their
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DON WEIXL PHOTO
American Luke Keenan participates in the 2012 Over The Hill Downhill at Silver Star Mountain Resort Sunday, where he tied for fastest time of the day.
Downhill event shines at Star WEST WOOD
Sale ends February 29, 2012. *White Melamine Drawers
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Call today for a FREE in-home consultation …
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The Results Are In! SOLEWAY & STEEL REAL ESTATE: 2011 SALES We are grateful to our many clients, who trusted and worked closely with us, “as a team” this past year to ensure success! In 2012, we will continue to provide our “boutique style” of real estate …meaning quality over quantity and selective, personalized service. We are available 24-7!!
Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold! 977 Mt. Ida Lane SOLEWAY & STEEL
#102 - 307 Browne Road SOLEWAY & STEEL
#4 - 1704 - 39th Avenue SOLEWAY & STEEL
#7 - 7760 OK Landing Road SOLEWAY & STEEL
SOLD: JAN. 2011
SOLD: FEB. 2011
SOLD: MARCH, 2011
SOLD: APRIL, 2011
$410,000
$255,000
$425,000
$650,000
Morning Star Staff
After two days of qualifying and training in difficult weath-
er, the sun broke free just in time Sunday for the first racer in North America’s longest run-
ning recreational downhill ski race, Silver Star’s Over the Hill Downhill. The 2012 edition
Visit our website at
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Open House Saturday & Sunday 12:30-3:30 at Unit #245 Then come to our
Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold! 4130 Camelback Way SOLEWAY & STEEL
#5 - 5920 Heritage Drive SOLEWAY & STEEL
3302 - 20A Street SOLEWAY & STEEL
#25 - 5920 Heritage Drive SOLEWAY & STEEL
SOLD: APRIL, 2011
SOLD: MAY, 2011
SOLD: MAY,. 2011
SOLD: JUNE,. 2011
$499,000
$485,000
$359,500
$490,000
8408 Tebo Drive SOLEWAY & STEEL
1208 - 28th Avenue SOLEWAY & STEEL
9502 Paisley Drive SOLEWAY & STEEL
4303 - 21st Street SOLEWAY & STEEL
SOLD: JULY, 2011
SOLD: JULY, 2011
SOLD: AUG. 2011
SOLD: SEPT. 2011
$420,000
$338,000
$472,500
$300,000
Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold!
75%
SOLD 3780 Schubert Road, Armstrong
Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold!
Aspen • 3 bdrm, 2½ bath, 1700 sq ft .................... $ 2 8 9 , 0 0 0 Birch • 3 bdrm, 2½ bath, 2247 sq ft ........ $332,000-$335,000 Cottonwood • 4 bdrm, 3½ bath, 2320 sq ft .....$309,000-$329,000
8105 Westkal Road SOLEWAY & STEEL
7390 Pt. Sage Drive SOLEWAY & STEEL
2601 - 12th Street SOLEWAY & STEEL
3509 - 18th Street SOLEWAY & STEEL
SOLD: SEPT. 2011
SOLD: OCT. 2011
SOLD: OCT. 2011
SOLD: NOV. 2011
$1,150,000
$720,000
$349,000
$255,000
Cheryl Soleway 250-308-8093
Sold! Sold! 4317 Crystal Drive SOLEWAY & STEEL
#308 - 357 Monashee Road SOLEWAY & STEEL
SOLD: NOV. 2011
SOLD: DEC. 2011
$375,000
$305,000
Whitney Steel 250-550-4496
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drew a smaller number yet more diverse field of 104 skiers from around the globe, aged 24 to 77 years, all squeezing into their lycra speed suits and donning the long skis for the thrill of feeling like one of the Crazy Canucks. This annual event prides itself on safety and fun in an environment where your fellow competitors are more likely to give you pointers on how to go just that little bit faster. The overall winning team this year was The Lazy Canucks Murray Smith, Marty Steele, Brent Ree, and Jen Stew with a combined team time of 4:54:30. In an interesting turn of events the fastest time on the day was shared by former Canadian National Ski Team member Steve Hatch and American Luke Keenan with a time of 1:11:43 and in third place was Murray Smith with a time of 1:11:45. The quickest lady down the track was Leslie Allan-Reed from Abbotsford with a time of 1:15:95, second from Vernon was Francesca Van Soest with a time 1:16:01 and in third Melanie Roberts from Kamloops with a time of 1:16:40
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It’s a mini Olympics except they sleep on mats in school rooms and eat bag lunches. Dayce Knopf of the Thompson Okanagan Zone 2 female ringette team laughs as she talks about bedroom quarters for the B.C. Winter Games. “I think it will be interesting,” said the Grade 9 VSS student. “We had a mouse in our French class so hopefully we don’t sleep there.” Knopf, a centre, and Vernon teammates Emily Olds, Maddie Powls and Teigan Moore will likely bring flashlights and a mouse trap just in case as the Games open next Thursday night. They will feel more comfortable on the ice since all four are basic rink rats who made the Zone team through tireless work, skill and grit. Moore plays House in Vernon while also skating for the Thompson Okanagan Ringette League (TORL) Junior AA Selects. The 14-year-old centre will skate miles through the triangle at Civic Arena. “The coaches say they like my skating,” said the smiling Moore. “We do hardcore training with the TORL team and we have lots of tough games. We played Calgary and Edmonton and there was a fight.” Said Kelowna’s Wayne Oye, who co-coaches the Zone entry with Ken Pak: “Teigan is a quiet leader with a very good touch around the net who gets her share of goals. She’s a strong two-way centre.” Moore and Knopf battle boys in the Whitecaps soccer academy every week so will be hard to knock off the ring. Oye, who coaches Moore with the TORL team, says there are six players from that group so he expects the Games entry to be close, on and off the ice. Olds, who moved to the North Okanagan from Regina last year, is one of two goalies
on the Zone 2 roster. She also snowboards and plays soccer. “I started out playing dee and then moved to goalie for the excitement,” said Olds, who attends Grade 9 at Pleasant Valley Secondary in Armstrong. “I love the pressure and the fun. It’s a difficult challenge.” Said Oye of Olds: “She’s got a real positive attitude, is a really good team player and is a very strong goalie.” Knopf, who plays Rep soccer and high school volleyball and hoops, will also be counted on for a skate-till-ya-drop showing. “I’m a strong skater,” she said when asked about her top qualities. “I was in the hockey academy last year and Aaron Hoffman (head instructor) made me a better skater. I actually got a new stick and my shot is better, too.” Said Oye of Knopf: “She is a very strong player with very strong offensive skills. She works hard both ways.” Powls, who turned 14 on Feb. 9, is the youngest of the four local products. She gets her wheels from her father, Bob, and older sister, Paige. “I guess I’m good at picking up my passes and I’m pretty fast,” said the Grade 8 VSS student. “I’m more of a playmaker than a goal scorer. We’re fast as a team and we can get the ring.” Powls plays midfield and striker in soccer and setter in volleyball. “She’s got a good shot and is a good team player who is fairly skilled,” said Oye, of Powls. Powls is actually looking forward to grabbing a sleeping bag and hitting a mat. “I’m excited. Each teams gets their own classroom so it should be fun.” The Zone girls face the North West in their opener next Friday (7:30 a.m.), followed by a noon encounter with VancouverSquamish.
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All the equipment and players made it on the bus to Merritt Tuesday night, but it appears the Vernon Vipers forgot their sense of urgency at home. The Snakes allowed four unanswered goals en route to a lacklustre 7-1 loss to the host Centennials, who were relieved to snap a six-game B.C. Hockey League losing streak in front of 550 fans at Nicola
Valley Arena. For a team that should be bloodthirsty for wins – the 25-22-1-2 Vipers aree chasing the 26-20-1-2 Chilliwack Chiefs for the final Interiorr Conference berth – Vernon head coach Jason Williamson said his team looked almost fragile against the second-place Cents (27-17-2-5).
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leave them alone.” The Vipers looked to regroup as they entertained the Nanaimo Clippers (22-18-09) Thursday night at Wesbild Centre. They are on the road tonight against the leagueleading Penticton Vees (44-3-0-2) tonight at the South Okanagan Events Centre. Rylan Ferster’s 18-26-2-5 Westside Warriors visit Wesbild Centre Saturday night.
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of that and we didn’t pick up bodies and they were more determined in those tough areas.” Going into Tuesday’s tilt, the Cents had scored only five goals in their last six games. Asked the reason for their turnaround, Brears told Black Press: “I think that everybody was really focused. Also, we got back to relaxing almost, and keeping a positive attitude on the ice and in the room.” Vernon’s goal came on a dumpin, with Mike Zalewski winning a race to the puck and feeding John Knisley a back-door pass for his eighth of the season. Williamson credited Cents’ netminder Lino Chimienti for his third star, 34-save performance, but said the Vipers needed to test him more on rebounds. Kirby Halcrow, who was pulled in the third period, didn’t get a lot of help in making 24 saves for the Vipers, said Williamson. Backup tender Danny Todosychuk stopped five shots in nearly eight minutes of relief work. SNAKE BITES: Vernon d-man Sean Robertson scrapped Merritt’s Brendan Lamont late in the third period after Lamont hit the Vipers’ Ryan Renz from behind...The Vees
Healthy for the first time in months, the Vipers know they have no excuses to fall back on if they can’t string together some wins, especially on the road, where they haven’t won a game in regulation since Nov. 4 (4-2 win over the Trail Smoke Eaters). They have three OT road wins over Trail, Salmon Arm and Prince George since then. “We know we can do it, as we did a little bit here to climb back in the race, but that’s not good enough,” said Williamson. “We’ve got to bottle up whatever it is we do at home and do it on the road. We tried to change certain aspects of our game for the road, just to simplify things.” Tuesday night, Merritt’s Brandon Bruce and Regan Soquila, named first and second star respectively, paced the Cents with two goals and an assist each. Chad Brears added a goal and two helpers, singles coming from Carter Shinkaruk and Brent Fletcher. “A lot of the goals they scored early were like football scrums, which we said we had to be like, with guys going to the net,” said Williamson. “They did a good job
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world-class squash right here in Vernon,” said Gus Morris of Rosters. “This would not be possible without our corporate sponsors and committee members.” Berg pocketed $1,250, while Todd earned $1,000. Berg, 34, was ranked No. 44 in the world nine years ago after joining the Professional Squash Association circuit in 1996. Second-seeded 22-year-old Thomas Brinkman of Victoria lost to the 23-year-old Todd 3-0 in Saturday semifinal play. Berg knocked out Chris Hanebury of Vancouver 3-0 in the other semi. Jayden Wadd of Australia, a late entry unable to play in the Open class, won the Men’s A event over Murray Bennetto of Vernon. Jean-Michel Leblanc of Victoria took third. Ryan Makela of Kelowna brushed off Steve McCourt of Vernon for the Men’s B title with Paul Lamoureux of Nelson third. In Men’s C, it was Bruce Tennant of Chilliwack defeating Mike Mitchell of Kamloops. Jason Weglo of Vernon placed third. The Men’s Over 50 prize went to Ira Pitcher of Vernon,
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At 106 games and counting, Vernon’s Ryan Kakoske is a veritable greybeard in the world of Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) men’s hockey. A defensive stalwart with the UBC Thunderbirds, the 24-year-old Kakoske will end a four-year university career and step right into an associate training position with CIBC’s commercial banking sector this spring in downtown Vancouver. It’s not a position one lands with so-so grades. Kakoske, who played Junior A with the B.C. Hockey League’s Vernon Vipers, maintained an 80 per cent average while balancing school and hockey. An academic All-Canadian, he chose a “nice, light final semester” course load comprising e-commerce, finance and, just for fun, an elective in geology. “I had some pretty solid coaching between Ferns (Mark Ferner) and Mark Holick (in Vernon)... instilling some pretty hard-working principles in me,” said Kakoske. “That competitiveness has translated over to school. You put in that extra time to do well and playing those two-and-a-half years in Vernon really helped me out with that.” Compared to the marathon Junior schedules, Kakoske says it is a wonder he even reached the 100game plateau in university. “It’s a little weird only playing 28 games (in a regular season). As an 18-year-old, when I was between Sicamous (Eagles, KIJHL) and Vernon, I played 89 games that year alone. “It’s definitely taken a little more time to get to 100 here than it did there. I’m kind of the wiliest of wily vets as far as games played is concerned.”
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against Lumby with four goals while Brandon Tarasenko notched a pair. Singles went to Travis Webster, Brett Vandale, Adam Fenske, Cameron Strike and Russell Hickman. Brad Haslam replied for the undermanned Stars. Wagner kept the hot hand going Sunday with a hat trick while d-man Strike contributed a pair. Tarasenko, Webster, Hickman and Russel Negraiff also scored in a game that the Tropics won by scoring four unanswered goals in the third period after falling behind 6-5 early in the final frame. Luke Vandale earned both victories in net as the Tropics, who share first place with the Nedco Titans, went to 13-2-1 going into final weekend games against topfour teams.
Latwat, and buried a beauty breakaway attempt. “Dustin was flying and got a hat trick and hit eight goal posts during the game,” said Cowboys’ coach Dan Wilson. “Goalies Yager Krenz and Austin Goss were steady between the pipes and shared the victory. If the team pulls together like they can, we should represent well in the 100 Mile House tournament this weekend.” In Bantam Super League action, the Vernon Scotiabank Velocity stuffed the Salmon Arm Chevy Bruins 6-2 Saturday at the Shaw Centre. Jeffery Hiscoe pulled a hat trick to lead the Velocity (142-1), while Sylvain Lucet and Jacob Holland were great in net. The Corbett Office Plus The Velocity spotted the Cowboys showed some moxy and North Okanagan Knights an won their last game of the Midget early 2-0 lead and rallied for a JOSE LAROCHELLE/MORNING STAR Super League, 7-2 over the Winfield 7-5 win Sunday at PV. Sam Whitelaw of the Corbett Office Plus Cowboys unleashes a shot which Alexander Bruins Sunday at Wesbild Centre. Marshall Box returned to Lamb of Winfield SRI Homes Bruins tries to block during North Okanagan Midget The Vernon Authentic Plaque Captain Dustin Folliott pulled the lineup with flare and proSuper League play Sunday at Wesbild Centre. & Trophy Tropics moved their the hat trick for the Cowboys vided the bulk of the offence. Midget Super League win streak (5-12), who got singles from “All lines were moving the second weekend in a row with a to six by thumping the Lumby Mitchell Lukacs, Nik Wasylyk, puck well and our playmakStars 11-1 on home ice Saturday Justin Ramsey and Brett Mitchell. ing ultimately led to the Knights’ 10-4 exhibition win at the Nor-Val The Lumby Atom Stars, sponnight and stopping the Salmon D-man Nathan Meyer earned demise,” said Velocity head coach Sports Centre. sored by Armstrong Co-Op and The Flyers’ offence was led Kineshanko Logging Ltd., clinched Arm Lakeside Printing Sting 9-6 two helpers, hitting Mitchell with a Brent Magnus. Sunday in Sicamous. by Eamon Miller with the hat first place with a 5-5 tie against the bullet pass as Mitchell left the penThe Vernon Interior Savings Brock Wagner led the way alty box, serving a crime for Scott Flyers took it to the Knights for the trick and Logan Imrich and Tim Revelstoke Grizzlies. Ufimsteff with a pair each. Singles Nick Teale sparked the Stars came from Landon Munk, Nikolai with 3+1, while Conner Seehaver Negraiff and Tylor McMillian. added 1+2 and Drew Mackenzie Corey Lehoux played a strong scored once. Matthew Yaremcio game in net, while goalie-turned- went the distance in goal. agitator Dusty Beckner dumped Yaremcio, Tage Kineshanko and the pads for a Sean Avery-like per- Teale were the Stars of the game. When: Monday January 23 to Friday February 24 formance. The Knights got scor- The Atom Stars will be presenting from Travis Schroepfler, Chad ed with the Super League banTime: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Walker, Carson DeBoer and feisty ner Saturday at their home game We will be making electrical system improvements in District of Lake Country from January 23 to Ryan Harder. (10:30 a.m.). The Bannister Chev-Olds Blazers ran their North Okanagan Pee Wee Super Hockey League winning streak to seven games last weekend. Big d-man Brandon Lehoux scored twice as the Blazers bounced the Winfield Bruins 4-0 Sunday at Priest Valley Arena. Alex Laurila, with 1+2, and Tyler Riva also scored for the 10-6 Blazers, who had Rhys Larsen in net. The Blazers opened the weekend by brushing back the Butcher Boys Red Wings 8-6 at PV. Laurila paced the Blazers with 1+2, while other goals came from Tiege Doughty, Shane Major, Houston, Lehoux, Abbey Magnus, Angelina Mayer and Seb Wenger. Tyler Semeniuk scored a deuce for the 10-4-2 Red Wings, while Colton Greeno, Keefer Kaempf, Brendan Horsfield and Darius Stone contributed singles.
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The Vernon Tim Hortons Flames recorded four straight wins to claim the Kootenay Cup in the Nakusp Atom Tournament last weekend. After decisive preliminary victories over Rossland (8-0), Grand Forks (9-2) and Kaslo (12-1), Vernon ambushed the Kelowna Predators 9-1 in the final. Steel Quiring supplied 3+2 for the Flames, while Isaac Thomas scored twice and singles came from Jacob Bode, Jakob Jones, Jace Weir and Connor Elliott. Wingers Jordyn Morris, Christopher Bond and Quinn Soon made clutch assists, demonstrating textbook positional and passing play. Exceptional defending from Porter Trevelyan, Gage Stoll, and Ethan Harshenin made it almost impossible to score on Flames’ goalie Owen
Swiscoski, who recorded a shutout against Rossland. The weekend before, the Flames went 3-0 before falling 4-3 to host Penticton Black Knights in the final of another tournament. Elliott, Boden and Quiring handled the Flames’ offence, while Swiscoski made numerous saves to keep Vernon in the hunt and earn game MVP. Jones, Christopher Bond and Weir maintained furious pressure on Penticton, raining pucks only to be stopped by the posts. Valiant efforts came from Trevelyan, Soon, Peyton Storey and Morris. Tim Hortons sponsors five Novice teams, coached by Jason Boden (Flames), Scott Finlayson (Dynamites), Marlon Schaper-Kotter (Killer Sharks), Shawn Bourgeois (Flyers) and Tim Milne (Black Widows).
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Kokanee swimmers haul B.C. medals Morning Star Staff
Emily Beatty and Jade Freeman of the Vernon Kokanee Swim Club each pocketed a pair of medals at the B.C. AA Swim Championships last weekend in Chilliwack. Beatty opened the meet with a bronze medal in the 15-year-old girls 100-metre backstroke, swimming a personal best one minute, 9.63 seconds to meet her B.C. AAA time standard. She added a silver and another AAA standard with a personal best 2:29.35 in the 200-m backstroke. Freeman struck bronze in the 12 girls 200-m IM with a personal best 2:45.88. She also had a stellar performance in the 100-m butterfly, recording silver with a 1:16.45. Freeman was fourth in the 400-m IM (personal best 6:03.06), fifth in both the 200-m fly (3:06.30) and 200-m back (2:48.07) and seventh in the 100-m back (1:21.24). Both Beatty and Freeman will compete at the B.C. AAA Championships, March 1-4, in Surrey. Other event finalists were Paul Czerwonka, eighth in the 15 boys 200-m breaststroke (2:53.14); Braden Kersey, eighth in 11 boys 200-m freestyle (2:50.03); Sean Manchester, fifth in 200-m back (personal best 2:38.05), eighth in 14 boys 100-m back (1:14.31), seventh in 200-m breast (3:07.14); Nick Phillips, eighth in 11 boys 200-m breast (personal best 3:35.80). Other competing Kokanee included Kenyon Neumann and Sydney Fillion.
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Certified coaches inspire at the B.C. Winter Games KERRY VITAL For The Morning Star
Coaches can sometimes be the unsung heroes of athletic success. The images we see in the media are of goldmedal-winning athletes standing on podiums with their coach nowhere to be seen. But almost without fail, athletes will credit their coach for their success ahead of anyone else. Coaches lead and inspire athletes from community programs to the Olympic and Paralympic podiums. At the B.C. Games, coach education and training is a priority with all coaches at the Games requiring certification from the National Coaching Certification Program. Coaches B.C. is the provincial organization responsible for coaching education programs and the ongoing support and development of coaches. “A coach’s preparation for the B.C. Games, or any other competitive environment, is just as important as an athlete’s preparation,” says Coaches B.C. Executive Director Gord May. “Every successful athlete has been trained by someone who has taken the time to learn about the technical aspects of their sport and how to prepare their athletes both mentally and physically. Excellence will come about when you have the right tools and use them the right way.” The provincial sport organizations involved in
the B.C. Winter and B.C. Summer Games have demonstrated that they are committed to coach development throughout the province. Many sports utilize the B.C. Games as a unique opportunity for coach mentorship and training. Karate B.C. developed a junior coach mentorship program as part of the B.C. Winter Games where youth coaches have the opportunity to work with a certified adult coach. Six coaches ranging in age from 15 to 18 years old will be part of the program at the 2012 B.C. Winter Games. “The B.C. Games is an ideal way of furthering (development of) our young athletes into future coaches,” says Fernando Correia, the Duncan-based provincial advisor for Karate B.C. “I am excited about our new program and I know that our junior coaches are looking forward to attending the B.C. Winter Games and having the opportunity to develop new skills under the tutelage of some of Karate B.C.’s best coaches.” Another successful mentorship program developed by the B.C. Games Society, Coaches B.C. and promotion plus, supports the education of female coaches. For Laura Watson, Technical Director with Coaches B.C. and ringette coach, this has been a terrific opportunity for both her and her apprentice coach.
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“As I started out in coaching I wish that I had had an opportunity to study from a seasoned coach. It would have provided me with the opportunity to see how an effective coach really operates,” she says. “The B.C. Games experience that we have for our apprentice coach is absolutely the best experience that we could ever offer someone.” The dedication and commitment of coach-
es around the province strengthens the overall sport system and contributes to communities and social development. For many, coaching is a way of life. Gary Ricks, a Level 3 certified coach at Key City Gymnastics in Cranbrook, reflects on the impact of coaching on his life. “Coaching helps you take stock of where you are now in all aspects of your life and
how that compares to where you would like to be,” he says. Over his 31-year coaching career, Ricks has been no stranger to the B.C. Winter Games having attended over 12 times. It will be a family affair this year at the B.C. Winter Games in Vernon as Ricks coaches the Kootenays Zone 1 team; his wife Michelle is the provincial advisor for gymnastics and his niece Madysen will be a
competing athlete. A total of 122 head coaches and 110 assistant coaches will
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A Public Hearing will be held on Monday, February 27, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, pursuant to the Local Government Act, to consider the following bylaws: District of Coldstream Zoning Bylaw No. 1382, 2002, Amendment Bylaw No. 1604, 2012, Amendment No. 34 Property 8505 Kalavista Drive (Lot 21, Block 9, District Lot 3888, ODYD, Plan 4068) and that portion of land forming part of the lagoon directly to the west and north of Lot 21, Block 9, District Lot 3888, ODYD, Plan 4068, as shown outlined and crosshatched on the map below. Purpose The District of Coldstream is proposing to rezone that portion of land forming part of the lagoon directly to the west and north of Lot 21, Block 9, District Lot 3888, ODYD, Plan 4068 from Residential Single Family (R.1) to Parks and Open Space (P.1). Lot 21, Block 9, District Lot 3888, ODYD, Plan 4068 itself has already been zoned P.1. A section prohibiting parking used for any purpose which facilitates, assists, or supports the use of any motorized watercraft on the subject property has also been included in the proposed bylaw. Parking on the property located at 8505 Kalavista Drive will be limited to that needed for the future park facility.
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A 27-year-old Vernon woman was taken to Vernon Jubilee Hospital for treatment of neck and leg pain after a two-vehicle accident Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Highway 6 and Waddington Drive. Police report a GMC Sierra van made a left-turn onto the highway without stopping at Waddington Drive. The woman, driving an eastbound Toyota Corolla, was unable to avoid the van. The driver of the van, a 57-year-old Coldstream man, was uninjured, but charged with failing to stop at a stop sign.
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The City of Vernon RCMP Safe Communities Unit’s seniors/business program is offering two important seminars. A free workshop called In The Driver’s Seat is for parents of teens and young drivers. It is slated for Feb. 28, at the Vernon Secondary School library from 7 to 8:30 p.m. “We have room for the first 50 to register by phone at the community policing office at 250-550-7840,” Ed said Howard, with the unit. Also, the City of Vernon Safe Communities Unit, with partners the City of Vernon, the local RCMP detachment, Better Business Bureau and the Schubert Centre, is offering a seniors-oriented frauds, cons and scams workshop March 22. That session runs from 8 a.m. to noon at the Schubert Centre.
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District of Coldstream Zoning Bylaw No. 1382, 2002, Amendment Bylaw No. 1603, 2012, Amendment No. 33 The District of Coldstream is proposing to amend Schedule ‘E’ – Signage Provisions to allow farm operations to place up to three temporary directional farm sales signs off-premise and to require the farm operator to obtain an “Off-Premise Farm Sales Sign Permit” from the Building Department. In order to qualify for a permit, farm operations must be classi¿ed as Farm Class 9 by BC Assessment. The intent of the bylaw amendment is to support agriculture throughout the community and to encourage farm sales of agricultural products. Questions regarding proposed Bylaw No. 1604, 2012, Amendment No. 34 may be directed to Craig Broderick, Director of Development Services, at 250-545-5304, by fax to 250-545-4733, or by email to planner@district.coldstream.bc.ca. Questions regarding proposed Bylaw No. 1603, 2012, Amendment No. 33 may be directed to Bob Bibby, Bylaw Of¿cer, at 250-550-1503, by fax to 250-545-4733, or by email to building@district.coldstream.bc.ca. The bylaws and supporting documentation may be inspected at the District of Coldstream Municipal Hall at 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, or viewed online at www.districtofcoldstream.ca, up until February 27, 2012, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. If you believe your interest in property is affected by these bylaw amendments you shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the above-referenced bylaws. We request that written submissions, emails and faxes be received by the District prior to 12:00 noon on Wednesday, February 22, 2012. Please note that your name and residential address must be included in your submission and that written submissions are subject to public disclosure. Submissions being transmitted by email must be addressed to kaustin@district.coldstream.bc.ca. NO SUBMISSIONS ON THE ABOVE BYLAWS WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL FOLLOWING CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.
For more information, please contact us at: 250-545-2215, Ext 0 stephanies@futuresbc.com
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Carmen McClelland (left) and Tara Berger, of Nature’s Fare Markets, serve up their chili with root beer tailgate party style as they compete in the Downtown Vernon Association’s chili cook-off. Many downtown businesses participated in the Vernon Winter Carnival event.
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The Silver Star Rotary Club Police Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Terry Pakenham at Winter Breakout during Vernon Winter Carnival. The recipient of the award is chosen from nominations submitted by peers. One of the nominations for Pakenham read: “He has continually and unselfishly given of himself because he believed in people.” Pakenham served 25 years as an RCMP officer, coming to Vernon in 1990. He retired in 1999 but continued to be active in the community, starting the Safe Communities Unit. In 2009, he came back to the RCMP in the forensic identification section. Since 2011, Pakenham and his wife, Jean, have promoted the Jean Minguy Memorial Youth Academy, for young people who are interested in a career in law enforcement. “He wants to see every student who wants to attend to have the opportunity to participate. He gives without expecting anything in return,” the nomination went on. Inspector Reg Burgess said, “He has been a mentor and inspiration to people of all ages. I know he has been to me.” Mayor Rob Sawatzky added, “It is the kind of work that Terry does that helps make our community the kind we all want to live in.” Pakenham received a cheque for $500 to presented to the charity of his choice, which was North Okanagan Hospice Society. “We believe in Vernon, and anything we can do to make it better place to live in, we’re going to do that,” he said.
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Bev Steeves can still remember the feeling as she stepped out on to the stage for the first time. A former student at a performing arts high school, not unlike the one in Fame â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; although instead of New York, this one was in her hometown of Sudbury, Ont. â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Steeves knew she was home. Now a licensed practical nurse by day, Steeves has found a new home on the local stage since moving to Vernon eight years ago, and although she is physically small in stature, her presence has become known to everyone who has seen her in Powerhouse Theatre productions and otherwise. Most notable of her performances was that of Rizzo, the smart talking gal from Powerhouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2010 production of Grease, where Steeves stepped up to the plate after the original cast member had to drop out. Admittedly older than her fellow actors in Grease, Steeves applied her abundant energy to the role, and won the hearts of the audience. Lately, Steeves has applied that same energy to working behind the scenes as director of Powerhouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upcoming production of Italian American Reconciliation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Powerhouse has brought some creativity to my life. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been let loose, so to speak. This is my safe haven,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves about her fiveyear affiliation with the local community theatre. Steeves started off a set dresser on Oliver in 2007, however, her first time on the stage in Vernon was when she acted in The Sleep Inn (produced by fellow Powerhouse member Mike Poirierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Back Stage
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Aldo Scalicki, played by Justin Kopy, visits waitress Theresa (Breanne Volker) at Popâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soup House, while Aunt May (Wendy Chambers) looks on in Powerhouse Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mid-season production of Italian American Reconciliation, opening Wednesday. Theatre.) And she has since taken on numerous roles, from playing to type as a nurse in the awardwinning Wit to playing Bill Bisher in the pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. Italian American Reconciliation is Steevesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; third directing effort, and her first full-length play. Her first foray in the directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chair came when she directed former local playwright Greg Simisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one-act play Lumps for the Powerhouse membership at an annual general meeting. She later directed another one-act during a directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s showcase, again at Powerhouse, but this time it was shown to the general public. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was (former Powerhouse board president) Monty Hughes who first approached me about directing, and from there other people approached me to do it again,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves, adding Powerhouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artistic committee presented her with Italian American Reconciliation to direct this season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve enjoyed going from playing a character role myself to thinking about all the roles and how they
react with each other,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a learning experience, which is fine as I am still a baby at this theatre, but everyone has been immensely supportive, especially (co-producer) Val Heuman, Having her on my team is an ace in the hole. She knows how to get things done.â&#x20AC;? Written by American playwright/ director John Patrick Shanley, who is probably best known for his other Italian-American-based script, Moonstruck, Italian American Reconciliation follows in the footsteps of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleeper hit at Powerhouse, Lend Me a Tenor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I read this play, I knew right away that it was great and something that I would like to see,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves about Shanleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s script. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought about how it could be funny visually after I first read it, then I went back to it to see how the words were funny, and to get the comedic timing. I love the passion in it, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m fortunate to be surrounded by a crew in this play that are just as passionate, and fun.â&#x20AC;? Featuring a cast of five, the play follows divorced New Yorker Huey
Maxmillian Bonfigliano (played by Powerhouse newcomer Trevor Howitt), who is still stuck on his exwife, Janice (Erika Belsheim, recently seen in the Vernon Community Music School Glee Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of Mamma Mia). The problem is she isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t all that interested in reconciling. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He feels he wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be complete until he gets her back. He wants to reclaim his mojo. Whereas, she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to get back with Huey as she never felt he even looked or got to know her. She never felt he understood who she is... He brought her roses, but she wanted something deeper,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves, adding she has been helping Belsheim find her inner â&#x20AC;&#x153;mean girlâ&#x20AC;? for the role. Complicating matters further is Hueyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current girlfriend, Theresa (Breanne Volker), who works as a waitress at Popâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soup House, and is unaware of Hueyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intentions for a reconciliation with his ex-wife â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at first. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Theresa) is an angelic character; more of the good girl next door... I hope the audience feels
for her. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the person who has everything and everything to lose,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves. Also throwing a wrench in the works is Hueyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best friend Aldo (Seaton grad Justin Kopy), who is best described in best New York accent as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;playa.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never been married so he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand. He claims he has women coming out of his ears, but we find out that women wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t marry him and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not because he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to marry them. We learn he has a much deeper side,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves. More humour comes in the way of secondary character, Theresaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Aunt May (Wendy Chambers), who is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to giving advice to her niece, but feels her own worth is waning as she ages. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The characters are very real,â&#x20AC;? said Steeves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope the audience can relate to them. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure there have been some women and men who have walked away from a situation she or he regrets and canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have back.â&#x20AC;? Set designer Chris Bayne and head of construction Dave Deshane have designed three different locations for the play, including Hueyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apartment, basically a 10-by-10foot bachelor-style apartment, as well as Popâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soup House, where most of all the scenes take place at the counter, and then Janiceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s balcony overlooking her backyard, which sets a scene in the manner of Cyrano de Bergerac. Steeves also gives a special shout-out to stage manager Mitch Morin, who will take over her reins when the play finally makes it to the stage next week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He does a fabulous job and goes with the flow. He knows his job so well. I am also thankful to him for finishing my sentences.â&#x20AC;? Powerhouse Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of Italian American Reconciliation opens Wednesday and runs nightly at 8 p.m. until March 3, except Sunday and Monday. A matinĂŠe performance will take place Sunday, Feb. 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Seller box office, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.
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It doesn’t matter if you’re a musical buff, ski bum, ski buff, or musical bum, Ski Bum: The Musical is a fast-paced, shredding good time for the whole family. Produced by Rossland’s Iron Mountain Theatre, the show is touring ski towns all over the province, and will land in Vernon for a two-night run at Silver Star Mountain Resort tonight and Saturday. A character-driven, seasonal-inspired homage to the dirt bags, debutantes, lurkers and posers constantly in search of bottomless pow, Ski Bum is a musical comedy that pokes fun of musical theatre while highlighting the trials and tribulations faced by a variety of mountain lovers. The four-person cast, Jane Gaudet, Grant Waters, RJ Peters and Nadine Tremblay, play multiple roles that depict characters of mountain culture life in their purest form. The play follows lead character Jeff Snowden, who needs to grow up a little, and act more responsibly if he wants things to go his way in adulthood. When an old flame at Big Snow Peak sparks a renewed interest in Jeff’s heart, he starts to consider the benefits of gaining a level of maturity. With the help of cultural anthropologist, played by newest cast member Waters, studying the culture and practices of skibummery, and a sometimes-not-so-nice head of ski patrol, Snowden begins to see that he doesn’t have to give up skiing and having fun in order to evolve.
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recording, which will be available for purchase at the show. Ski-Bum: The Musical takes the stage at Silver Star’s National Altitude Training Centre tonight at 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7 p.m.) and Saturday at 8:30 p.m. (Doors open at 8 p.m.) Tickets are $15 for adults and students, $10 for seniors 65-plus and children 12 and under, available from the guest services information desk at Silver Star Mountain, or call (250) 558-6079.
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ately, big extravaalterna-pop and a sweet gant album releas- delivery that begs for es seem to signal acoustic guitars and the condition strummy choof record ruses. Turner’s company sound is remiexcess. Just niscent of laidhow much back singers like attention can Dido and Lisa be given 25 Loeb – where’d song CDs they go anyway? with remixes The coland “bonus Dean Gordon-Smith laborative tracks”? spirit is strong What’s that got to do with an album called Ready or Not, by Kelowna singer/ songwriter Haley K. Turner? Mainly one thing, and that’s because Turner’s album, her first, is a five-song EP that’s to the point and brief. It’s as long as it needs to be. Turner, who recorded her album in Vancouver, shows herself as a wellrounded songwriter whose strength is in chimey and ringing poptinged rock songs. Right away, the production comes off as tasteful, and the restraint shown on the recording seems natural and relaxed. This highlights Turner’s vocals, which bring on many breezy elements of mid’90’s
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ies use nowadays. TAYLOR: Many films are getting shot in South Africa lately and I did enjoy the dichotomy of Cape Town, modern glossiness aside desperate poverty. The cinematography was typical action film style, which is to say, suffering from shaky-camera syndrome. (Although I’ve seen worse.) HOWE: If you liked the Bourne trilogy, Safe House is a nice little filler till the Bourne Legacy comes out this summer. It has everything you need, great characters, explosions, chases and bad guys. So what if it’s predictable and clichéd, we love these films, therefore we keep on watching them. TAYLOR: There are a couple surprises along the way that make the journey fun. I enjoyed the film’s subtext, that there are no good or bad guys, not in this business. This was a smart film and people who understand the realities of the modern spy game will appreciate the lingo, protocol and poignancy of this seemingly simple tale. Howe gives Safe House 3.5 stolen files out of 5. Taylor gives it a clearance level 3 out of 5. The film is currently screening at Galaxy Cinemas in Vernon. –– Enter our Oscar contest: All you have to do is like Reel Reviews with Taylor & Howe on Facebook, pick the winners in the four “main” categories, and you can win a free movie pass and be a guest reviewer in The Morning Star.
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Live Wire ART SHOWS BREW GALLERY 3202 31st Ave., inside the Bean to Brew Coffee House, next to the Vernon Public Art Gallery. New show, Rouge, features the brilliant artwork of 14 artists from across Canada, exhibiting a variety of works inspired by romance and the colour red! Rouge is on display in the Brew Gallery main gallery and fireside room now until March 9. CHERRYVILLE ARTISANS SHOP 1187 Hwy. 6, Cherryville, 5470020. Featuring locally-made jewelry, handcrafts, art and more. Call the shop for an appointment. COATCHECK GALLERY Vernon Performing Arts Centre, lower lobby. The Miracle of Light, featuring work by members of the Federation of Canadian Artists North Okanagan chapter, is on display until March. Art can be viewed by ticket holders to shows at the Performing Arts Centre. GALLERY ODIN 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain, 503-0822. Work by 29 B.C. artists is showcased in Gallery Odin’s 10th anniversary winter exhibition. Regular hours are 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Saturdays, or call the gallery to make an appointment. GALLERY VERTIGO Suite 1 - 3001 31st St. Vernon, 503-2297. A group exhibition by UBC Okanagan advanced sculpture students about the sinking of SS Princess Sophia in 1918, recorded as the worst maritime accident in the history of Alaska and B.C., can now be viewed at the gallery. Closing reception takes place March 1, 7 to 9 p.m. HEADBONES GALLERY 6700 Old Kamloops Rd., 307-5595. Vernon artist Katie Brennan’s Chasing Waves and Lorne Wagman’s Stone Lichen Weed open with a reception Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. with music by Dale Ziech’s 3 Men 1 Accordion. THE HUB ARTS COLLECTIVE 2906 30th Ave. Downtown Vernon, beside the Towne Cinema. Jill McDonald’s mixed media show, A Touch of Orange, and Maya Sky’s Forgotten Shadows runs through February. The Hub is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesdays to Saturdays. KALAMALKA VERTIGO Kalamalka Campus of Okanagan College. Vernon-based artist Lisa Torrie presents a collection of her photographic works of all sorts of bugs found in the Vernon area. Runs until March 15. The gallery is open during college hours. NADINE’S FINE ART & FRAMES 3101B 31st Ave. 542-8544. Nadine’s annual winter show features a number of Okanagan artists showing everything from abstract work with wonderful colour and texture and beautiful realistic landscapes. The gallery also has local winter scenes, Silver Star/Sovereign, suitable for gift giving. The new show is also available for viewing at www.nadinesfineart.com. VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY 3228 31st. Ave., 545-3173. The gallery opens the new year with four new exhibitions, including Rodney Konopaki and Rhonda Neufeld: Drawn Passages, Stephen Lee Scott’s Beauty and Other Forms of Violence, Benny Hannya and Cody Moyor’s While You Were Sleeping, and the UBCO Advanced Printmaking student show, Proof Positive. All exhibitions run to March 22.
CONCERTS/DANCES THE PENDERECKI STRING QUARTET The North Okanagan Community Concert Association presents one of the most celebrated chamber ensembles in the music world, Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are $35 and $17.50 for students at the Ticket Seller box office, 549-7469, www. ticketseller.ca. VALLEY VOCAL ARTS Wednesday at 7 p.m. is the fourth concert of Vernon studio’s annual vocal recital series,with solo performances of various musical genres continuing at All Saints Anglican Church, featuring singers from The Mini Divas, Company Junior and Company. Admission is by donation, $5 minimum, at the door. DELHI 2 DUBLIN The Vancouver band continues to break the mold with its Celtic-meets-Punjabi sound, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Creekside Theatre in Lake Country. Tickets are $22 adults $20 students /seniors, group of 4 tickets $72. Reservations /information available at (250) 766-9309, www.creeksidetheatre.com. YOUTH SYMPHONY OF THE OKANAGAN The YSO celebrates its 23rd season with its annual performances through the valley. Directed by Dennis Colpitts and Imant Raminsh, the YSO presents from Clown to Mountain Kings with special guest violinists, Vernon’s Vincent Li and Kelowna’s Rebecca Ruthven. The Vernon performance takes place Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park. Dr. Tickets are $15 general admission, $10 seniors/youth and $5 12 and under available at the Vernon Community Music School or at the door. JUSTIN HINES Inspirational singer-songwriter gaining worldwide attention plays a fundraising concert for the Kindale Developmental
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The Coldstream Coffee House presents The Creeks as its feature act, Saturday at the Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall. Consisting of Bob Oldfield, Dave Moore and Tim Boulter, The Creeks perform original music played on a variety of stringed instruments. All three members have many years of experience and talent under their guitar straps and bring an intriguing blend of acoustic styles and harmonies. The evening starts at 7 p.m., with the open mic format. Those wishing to perform should arrive early to sign up. Admission is $4 with a concession by donation. Association March 3 at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30, available from Ticket Seller (250) 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. OKANAGAN SYMPHONY presents Melodic Spirits, a program of masterworks by Beethoven, Mozart and Dvorak, with special guest artist, Yi-Jia Susanne Hou on violin. The OSO take the stage at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre March 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. ALONZO KING LINES BALLET This world renowned San Franciscobased dance company will be presenting both Resin and Scheherazade at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre March 6 as part of the Performing Arts Centre society’s dance series. Starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35/adult, $32/senior, $30/student at the Ticket Seller, www. ticketseller.ca. AN EVENING AMONGST THE STARS March 8 at 7:30 p.m. is a concert event to benefit Armstrong violinist Colleen Venables towards her journey to compete in the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin Violin Competition in Bejing, China. The event will be held in the Austria Ballroom at Vernon’s Sparkling Hill Resort, featuring Venables performing virtuosic solo and ensemble works with local and international celebrity artists, Okanagan Symphony music director Rosemary Thomson, renowned violinist Yi-Jia Susanne Hou, local opera star Melina Moore, pianist Arnold Draper and members of the Okanagan Symphony. Tickets are available at the door: $25/adult, $10/youth. Email Great.Music@shaw.ca for more info or to make a reservation.
FILMS VERNON FILM SOCIETY Next film of the regular 2012 winter season is Monsieur Lazhar, an exploration of how adults speak to children about issues they’d rather not confront themselves. The film won the best Canadian feature prize at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2011. Screens Monday at the regular times of 5:15 pm and 7:45 p.m. at the Vernon Towne Cinema. Admission is $7 and tickets are available one week in advance at the Towne Cinema or the Bean Scene.
JAMS/KARAOKE/OPEN MICS ARMSTRONG HOTEL Rosie’s Pub, 2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong, 546-6642. Thursday and Saturdays are jam nights starting at 8 p.m. with host Dan Engelland. No cover charge. ARMSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. Karaoke with Brenda every Saturday at 8 p.m. BRANDING IRON PUB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 5460044. Superstar Karaoke is now on every Friday night, 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Everyone welcome. Come out and have fun. BLUEGRASS JAMS Vernon Community Arts Centre, Polson Park. The bluegrass jams happen every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Start time is 7 p.m., $3 drop in fee. For more information, call Sid at 250-549-1024. BLUE OX PUB Hwy 6 Lumby. Friday night jams take place at the Blue Ox. More info at www.RauckOn.com. CLIFFS BISTRO AND BAKERY 409 Cliff Ave., by the bridge in Enderby, 838-2328. Open mic now held the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Come out, bring your voice, bring your acoustic instruments or come out to listen! COLDSTREAM COFFEE HOUSE Women’s Institute Hall, 9909 Kalamalka Rd. Family friendly, low-cost evening of acoustic music, story telling, and poetry by a variety of local performers takes place every third Saturday of the month. Participants wanting to perform should come a bit early to sign-up. Open to music, spoken word, comedy (clean). There will be a concession
of goodies and refreshments by donation. Admission is $4. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Show is at 7 p.m. ENDERBY INN 707 Cliff Ave, 838-7100, (Enderby). Every Friday and Saturday night, Oakey Doakey Karaoke, with Jeff, starts at 8:30 p.m. and goes to 1 a.m. FORTUNES LANDING/HOWARD JOHNSON 1510 George St. Enderby, 838-6825. Karaoke with Brenda Galbraith every Wednesday night starting at 7 p.m. EAGLES HALL 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke with Brenda is every Friday starting at 8 p.m. JUNCTION CAFE 2410 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong, 5466355. The acoustic-style open mic, hosted by Rory, now takes place every second Monday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Next open mic is Feb. 20. Bring your instrument and/or voice. Open to music, poetry, story-telling, comedy. Family-friendly evening. Limited seating so come out early and sign up when you arrive. LONGHORN PUB 4513 25th Ave., 542-9222. Spotlight Karaoke DJ Entertainment every Wednesday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Friday is DJ music. Saturday is country DJ music. Sunday is an open mic jam session, 19-plus. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 167 LUMBY 2016 Miller St. (250) 547-2338. There will be a karaoke at the Lumby Legion Feb 17, March 2, 16, and 30, April 13 and 27, May 11 and 25 and June 8 and 22. SNEAKERS SPORTS BAR in the Village Green Hotel, 542-3321. The Sunday afternoon jam, hosted by the New Classics, takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. TALKIN’ DONKEY 3923 32nd St, 545-2286. Open mic open to everyone, Wednesday nights starting at 7:30 p.m. Sign up sheet available at the coffee shop. TORO’S PUB 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Thursday night is karaoke with Anita. Come out and show your talent. Check out Toro’s on Friday nights for a new acoustic open mic! Come out to listen and/or bring your acoustic instrument and perform. Show starts at 8 p.m. For more information call Keith @ 250 549 6520 or Rory @ 250 503 8027. VERNON ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 4609 29th St., behind the Fast Lane Car Wash. Sunday jam with Larry and Friends starts at 2 p.m.
IN THE PUBS/CLUBS/CAFES ARMY, NAVY, AIR FORCE CLUB 2500 - 46th Ave, 542-3277. Friday Night Live: Dance in the Spitfire Lounge tonight to the live music of No Bad Days from 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. ARMSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. Gypsy jazz band Gadjology consisting of Willy Gaw on rhythm guitar, Bill Lockie on bass, Dick Owings on violin, and Jacob Verberg on lead guitar, play Sunday in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephan Grapelli. Tables available at 6 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m. Admission by donation. BEAN SCENE COFFEE HOUSE 2923 30 Ave., 558-1817. Vernon singer-songwriter John Lent presents 10 new songs he’s penned in a songwriter’s evening at the Bean Scene tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. Joining him will be Neil Fraser, Shelby Wall and Randy Jones. Tickets are $15 in advance/$20 at the door. BRANDING IRON PUB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 546-0044. Heavy metal night Feb. 23 with bands Odinfest, Castintoashes, and Slagduster. Starts at 9 p.m. No cover. CHECKERS BAR AND GRILL at the Vernon Best Western Lodge. Local rockers The Goods play Checkers tonight and Saturday. Start time is 8:30 p.m. No cover charge.
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New arrivals Oct. 17: Born to Jessica and Darren Weatherhead of Calgary, Alta., twin girls: weighing 3 lbs. 8 oz. each, named Ava Louise and Nyrie Grace. Granddaughters for Susan and Jeff Demosky of Vernon, Shenny and David Weatherhead of Nakusp. Great-granddaughters for Linda Sager of Vernon, Mary and Lawrence Demosky of Meritt, Grace and Glenn Weatherhead of Nakusp. Jan. 13: Born to Conrad and Erin Lavalee of Lumby, a girl, 7 lbs. 14 oz., named Brooklyn Briann Lavalee. A sister for Katelyn, 4; Allisyn, 2. A granddaughter for Brian Bradley of Wolseley, Sask., Barbara Zaba of Mission, B.C., Lewis and Kathleen Lavallee New Additions of Surrey, B.C. A great-granddaughter for Stanley Zaba of Wolseley, Sask. Jan. 29: Born to Kelly Sawatsky and Ryan MacGregor of Vernon, a girl, 5 lbs. 6 oz., named Avery Muriel MacGregor. A granddaughter for Mel and Linda Donhauser, Doug and June MacGregor, all of Vernon, B.C. A great-granddaughter for Helfrid MacGregor of Provost, Alta., Annamary Donhauser of Rutland, B.C. Jan. 30: Born to Ryan and Sasha Kurbis of Vernon, a boy, 7 lbs. 13 oz., named Oliver Ryan. A grandson for Rod and Agnes Kurbis of Vernon, B.C, Mike and Cathy Flewelling of Collingwood, Ont. Jan. 30: Born to Chris and Kristy Shaw of Vernon, a girl, 6 lbs. 13 oz., named Paisley Venora. A granddaughter for Alijca and Lowell Shaw of White Rock, B.C., Franca Berdusco of Castlegar, B.C., Dave and Marlene Lees of Fernie, B.C., Tony Plonka of Castlegar. A great-granddaughter for Rosina Berdusco of Sparwood, B.C. Feb. 3: Born to Uriah and Christin Kane of Coldstream, a girl, 6 lbs. 15 oz., named Harper Phoenix Kane. A sister for Ridley, 5; Willow, 2. A granddaughter for Dan and Traudi Kane of West Kelowna, Bonnie Brough of Vernon. Feb. 5: Born to Megan Smith and Micky Boltz of Vernon, a boy, 9 lbs. 3 oz., named Colby Marshall Lee Boltz. A brother for Shawn, 14; Jesse, 18 months. A grandson for Nadine Boltz and the late Thomas Boltz, Laurie Mountenay, all of Vernon, B.C., the late Dean Smith of Westbank, B.C. A great-grandson for Percy and Verna Fisher, Donna Langelid, all of Vernon, Bonnie Bennett of Westbank. Feb. 9: Born to Annika Boomsma and Kurt Marshall of Vernon, a girl, 7 lbs. 15 oz. named Brooklyn Aveda Marshall. A granddaughter for Robin and Marleen Boomsma of Saskatoon, Sask., Garry and Diane Marshall of Lumby, B.C., Tracy Polhill of Elphinstone, Man. A great-granddaughter for Annie Schneider of Eston, Sask. Feb. 9: Born to Jared and Jaime Kazakoff of Vernon, a girl, 6 lbs. 14 oz., named Georgia EllaMae. A sister for Charlie, 2. A granddaughter for Leon and Carol Kazakoff, Della and Rob Kennett, all of Vernon, B.C., Greg and Sharron Pullin of Kelowna, B.C.
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Volunteers Nancy MacDonald (left) Brian Jackson and Penny Kizor make waffles every Tuesday for residents of Hospice House. It’s just one of the programs supported by the upcoming Coffee Party for Hospice, taking place for the entire month of March.
Pour a cup for a good cause The Coffee Party for Hospice goes a long way towards maintaining programs Morning Star Staff
The Coffee Party for Hospice is a way for everyone to give a little bit and for that little bit to add up to help maintain the hospice community volunteer programs. “People tell us that the coffee parties are a good way to socialize and help hospice,” said Valerie Blundell, Vernon and District Hospice Society financial assistant. “People get creative with what they do.
Last year a resident of Lumby hosted a coffee party at the curling club and asked people to bring an appy or a dessert and $10 and raised $500. A Vernon couple hosted an open house in their gated community club house and raised almost $1,000.” Blundell is looking forward to seeing what people come up with this year — maybe service clubs, office and sports groups, other clubs and large or small groups of friends getting together for coffee and to make their $10 donations. One of the hospice volunteers is organizing an English Afternoon Tea from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. March 6 at The People Place. Tickets are $15 each and must be purchased in advance. “It doesn’t have to be coffee — what about beer and wings, poker and peanuts,
tea and cookies? The magic number is the $10 donation,” she said. “I’m hoping that local coffee houses will get on board and maybe give us a percentage of coffee sales for a day or for the month. We want to reach out to everyone in the community.” The 2011 Coffee Party raised more than $24,000, all in $10 donations. The goal for this year is $20,000. The Coffee Party for Hospice is on for the whole month of March. After people have completed their events, they can bring or send the proceeds to North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506-27 Ave., Vernon, B.C., V1T 1S4. Be sure to mark that the donation is from a coffee party. For more information or to buy a ticket for the afternoon tea, call Blundell at 250-503-1800 (ext. 113).
Local author puts the focus on homesteaders Morning Star Staff
Dal Bracken’s new book, Raw Courage How Pioneer Homesteaders Changed the Rugged West into Canada’s Breadbasket of the World, recognizes the endurance of all the area’s inhabitants, from the earliest migrants from Asia to the Europeans who came seeking a better life in the 19th century.
Bracken’s focus is on the people who came to Canada from 1870 to 1930, mostly through the Homestead Act of 1872 which offered 160 acres of land for $10, and their lives through 1939. It includes his own memories of growing up in Southern Saskatchewan during the 1920s and ‘30s. “I wanted to do this because once my
generation is gone, there will be no link between the past and the future. Our parents and grandparents were homesteaders but no one will know what it was like for them,” said Bracken, 91. Bracken will have a book signing for Raw Courage Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Coles in the Village Green Centre.
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ear Annie: My husband and I work comparable hours, but I earn less than half of what he does and have little discretionary income. I come home to my “second shift,” which includes cooking, cleaning and picking up after this man, who leaves his dirty clothes, snack packaging and other things strewn about the house. Meanwhile, he runs off to play golf. After Kathy Mitchell & Marcy Sugar dinner, he falls asleep in front of the TV. He doesn’t even mow the lawn or do routine household maintenance. He hires out for those things. Anything he’s asked to do, he deflects by saying “I pay.” To an extent, this is true. He pays the majority of household bills. But I pay for most of the food and all of the household products (bathroom tissue, toothpaste, shampoo) that we both use. I even keep a garden to help pad our grocery bill in the summer months. I’ve told him I feel like his servant. I don’t earn enough to hire a housekeeper. And don’t tell me to go on strike. I’ve tried it, and he is perfectly content to live in a pigsty. He says I’m a clean freak. I am not. I simply cannot live in such clutter and filth. Other than this, he’s a good man, intelligent, fun, and he makes me laugh. I’m not ready to throw us away for this problem. But I admit there are days when the idea of living alone is very appealing. He reads you faithfully and respects your opinion. Please help. — Lake-Effect Wife Dear Wife: Marriage is a partnership. Married couples who have disparate incomes and insist on splitting the bills often run into these problems. Since you work the same hours, you should both do equal amounts of housework and share laundry and cooking duties. Since he doesn’t do these things, however, and you are
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picking up his used food containers and dirty clothes, cooking the meals and doing his laundry, he should pay for cleaning help. And no, this does not mean you are a clean freak. It means you are avoiding a visit by the board of health. Dear Annie: A couple of my friends are recovering from illness and accidents, and their family members keep us updated through CaringBridge.org, a wonderful website. I just don’t understand why some authors know no boundaries. I recently read an update saying, “Johnny is now having a good solid stool every day.” Really? Did Johnny want that shared with the world? And on another site: “Mary is seeing a psychologist for help with her anger toward her family.” There is no shame in bowel movements or psychology, but please, out of respect for the person, skip those details. Just tell us the basics of how they are doing and feeling. I have informed my kids and siblings that if I ever need such a site, they are not to mention my urine output. I’m thankful for CaringBridge, as it is a great way to let people know how a friend is doing. But I am sad for the patient whose privacy is sometimes a casualty. — Not-SoNosy Nellie Dear Nellie: Thank you for pointing out that not all details need to be disclosed to everyone, a concept many people no longer grasp. And thank you, too, for giving us the opportunity to once again mention CaringBridge.org. Dear Annie: “S.P.” said she no longer trusts her husband of many years. Yes, it’s possible he will someday stop his philandering. But she should also consider what any philanderer could bring home to a spouse: STDs. A lot of things can be forgiven (and medically treated), but some sexually transmitted diseases are with you for the rest of your life. Our society may take casual affairs with a grain of salt, but we should be reminded now and then that affairs can kill you. — Another Side in California
Enderby promotes heritage Morning Star Staff
Two brick houses in Enderby and two public buildings in Mara will be honoured by the Enderby & District Heritage Commission with heritage plaques during B.C. Heritage Week. The Enderby & District Museum and the Enderby & District Heritage Commission are co-sponsoring this event, to be held Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in the museum on Hwy 97A. Guest speakers have been invited to tell stories of building renovations, changes to the buildings, and the people who lived or served there. Brass heritage plaques sponsored by the City of Enderby and the Enderby/Area F Services Committee will be presented for four buildings. The first is a two-storey brick house at 602 Hubert Ave. built by Andy
Baird in 1906. Frank Treat, the longest resident, was well-known in the valley for Treat’s Travelling Theatre. The second house, also a twostorey brick house, is located at 211 Salmon Arm Dr. Built in 1908 for Sam Teece, local farmer and businessman, it sat on a large acreage and features nautical windows and a large verandah. Mara Community Hall and Mara Community Church will also receive brass plaques. The hall was built in 1911 and has been renovated and upgraded. The church, originally St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, was built in 1912. Everyone is invited to attend this event to learn more about the buildings and their owners. A reception will follow.
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Logan Killingbeck, six, can’t wait to see the model train show hosted by the North Okanagan Model Railway Association and taking place at the Village Green Centre Feb. 23 to 25.
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Life Seed Savers help preserve the past Morning Star Staff
The Shuswap Seed Savers host their 18th annual Seed Swap and Sale March 3 at A.L. Fortune secondary school in Enderby. More than 40 vendors selling seeds, vegetables, baking, crafts and other products will be on site, along with local author Werner Gysi, who has written two books that relate to the area. “His book Harmonic Farming: Homesteading covers not just gardening but also animal husbandry,” said June Griswold, with the Shuswap Seed Savers. “The family of eight has lived from the organic produce of their market garden near Enderby for over 30 years. “Werner just published his latest title, Harmonic Farming: Bees which explains how to keep bees using a holistic approach, no chemicals, no antibiotics but with management.” The event features the following: 10:30 a.m., Discovering Neglected Berries and Nuts by Kathryn Hettler; 11:15 a.m., From the Ground Up, growing and saving carrot seeds by Sue Moore; Noon, David vs Monsanto DVD (the story of Percy Schmeiser and Monsanto); 1:15 p.m., PowerPoint presentation on Genetically Engineered Food by David Doncaster, 2 p.m., Information on a Bee S.A.F.E. Movement by Huguette Allen (Securing Agriculture an a Food Economy) 2:30 p.m.,Update on Canada’s Status on GMOs
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Satyama Lasby tries out some chocolate during her recent trip to Costa Rica. She promises that her Saturday workshop, Chocolate Yoga, will include plenty of the dark stuff.
Yoga meets chocolate Morning Star Staff
Dark chocolate and yoga are both well-known as having health benefits for the body. And on Saturday, the two will be combined in a special Chocolate Yoga workshop. Facilitated by yoga teacher Satyama Lasby with Open to Bliss Productions, the workshop invites participants to experiment with the bean and the body, to move this natural medicine through the system in a specially designed yoga practice involving asana, dance and physical interaction. “This will target the digestion of organic cacao in a way where we become more aware of its internal euphoric effects,” said Lasby. “Ceremony, tantra and the magic of cacao are united in order to open and connect with our bodies and with others in the group in a meaningful yet playful way. “Cacao is a superfood, widely known for its stimulating effects and antioxidant properties. With its ability to both stimulate the nervous
system and relax the muscles in the body through magnesium found in the cacao bean, this celebratory workshop brings both balance and joy to the body and mind, from a heart-centred space — besides, during the workshop, you get to enjoy the best chocolate ever in various forms served at various times with products brought in from my recent trip to Costa Rica.” Lasby is a veteran yoga teacher with qualifications from Integrative Yoga Therapy, Sivananda, Vinyasa and Agama Yoga traditions. She has taught at the Osho International Meditation Resort in India, Pachamama in Costa Rica, the Yoga House in Guatemala and across Canada for more than 15 years. The workshop takes place Saturday from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Innter Light Yoga Studio in Vernon. Participation is by suggested donation of $20 per person. Registration is not absolutely necessary, but an RSVP is appreciated to give Lasby an idea of how much chocolate to bring along to the workshop. RSVP to info@opentobliss.com.
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“Thou hast the dew of thy youth:” Psa. 110:3: The Son’s dew, born from the dew of the Dawn, are his brethren, the saints; born of the Spirit from the invisible at the dawn of Messiah’s day the day of 1000 years. The clouds of the Millenial expanse are the sparkling dew of Yahweh exalted to place and power, pregnant with lightning and thunderings. The power of Deity is the omnipotence of that apocalypse: Eternal Power invested with clouds of virtuous and heroic immortals.
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Community Calendar FEBRUARY 17 DANCE AT THE ENDERBY SENIORS COMPLEX Feb. 17 from 2-4 p.m., Out in Left Field is playing. Everyone welcome. BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASS with Karen Goodwin Feb. 17, 7-8:45 p.m., Vernon library, 3001-32nd Ave. The topic for this class will be “Turning Delusion Into Love and Compassion.” Drop-in class, consists of guided meditations and a teaching. Fees adults $10, students and seniors $5. For info. www.dorjechang.ca or 250558-0952. No fragrance please. Next class Feb. 24. WONDERCAFE.LIVE PRESENTS A SOCRATES CAFE Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Lumby United Church Hall. “The unexamined life isn’t worth living,” Socrates. Come and join a philosophical inquiry into this concept. The more questions a person asks about anything, the more knowledge one gains, and everyone can do this, which is the purpose of a Socrates Cafe. Free admission. Coffee and tea by donation. For more information, phone Lou at 547-9500. 17TH ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE Feb. 17 and 18, Vernon Rec. Centre auditorium and Dogwoos Gym. Hosted by and proceeds to the Vernon Museum and its programs. More than 150 tables and 15,000 square feet of merchandise. Sale times, Friday 3 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adult general admission is $3. For more information, call 250-542-3142. THE HALINA HARMONIX Meets every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. to harmonize musically and socially under the direction of Devon L. Muhlert. New members welcome. Call Sandy at 250-558-0370 for more information. YOGA IN THE CHAIR CLASS Requires no mat, gentle, primary level with a focus on increasing energy, mobility, range of motion and overall flexibility. Every Friday at noon at the People Place. By donation only. Great for seniors, great for anyone with limited mobility, safe and therapeutic. FOR THAT FURNITURE YOU NO LONGER HAVE ROOM FOR Call Gleaners used furniture store at 250-549-1123. Gleaners accepts donations of used furniture and working appliances. Drop off to 440529th St. or arrange for pick-up. ELKS FRIDAY NITE SUPPER Vernon’s most popular and affordable Friday Nite Supper runs Fridays at the Elks Lodge, 3103 -30th St. (across from Greyhound). A home-cooked meal that includes soup or salad, bun, dessert and coffee at 6 p.m. for only $8. Doors open at 5 p.m. Following dinner we have a mini meat, 50/50 draw and crib tournament for anyone who wants to stay and socialize. All proceeds go to charities and the needy in Vernon. AA MEETINGS ON FRIDAYS Monday to Saturday 7 a.m., moved to 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; this is an open meeting and is handicap accessible.. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) open meeting, noon at Lutheran Church, 1204-30 Ave, Vernon. Lumby group, (X) open meeting 7 p.m., Catholic Church, 2202 Park Ave. (X) open meeting at 8 p.m., VTC, 2810-48 Ave, Vernon. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap Access. (X) No Handicap Access. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS OPEN MEETING Fridays at noon, unit 3, 2810-48th Ave. (VTC back room). Open to the public, topic/ discussion meeting, wheelchair access. Friday Nite Naturally High meeting at 8 p.m., room 003, 3402-27th Ave., the People Place basement (open, basic text meeting, wheelchair accessible). Call the 24-hour hotline at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574 if you need to talk or for more information. CODA MEETS Fridays at 11 a.m., at The Arbour, Vernon Alliance Church. VERNON MS SOCIETY DROP-IN CENTRE Open Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. - noon and 1 - 4 p.m., Tuesdays from 9 a.m. - noon, in room 105, the People Place; closed Wednesdays. Come in for coffee, a game of checkers or crib, dialogue and support. Call 542-2241 for more information. VERNON ELKS LODGE #45 Our downtown hall is available for small and large functions such as meetings, weddings, anniversaries, celebrations of life, etc. We offer full catering upon request with our
Feature Event: Okanagan Science Centre has B.C. Winter Games fun!
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he Okanagan Science Centre can inspire your kids for the B.C. Winter Games. Sports Day Challenge 1 for kids ages six to 10 takes place Feb. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Obstacle courses and zip lines will keep everyone entertained! Move modified helium balloons through an obstacle course, and design a system that will move a paper cup down a zip line! It’s sure to be an exciting day of engineering sports adventures! Cost is $40 for members; $50 for non-members. Sports Day Challenge 2 is for eight to 12-year-olds, Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. How can table tennis and paddle boats be reengineered? Find out as we design and build a motorized ping pong server, and power a mini paddle boat with a rubber band! With the same selection of materials, watch as each group invents different creations! Cost is $40 for members; $50 for non-members.
hall rentals. Please call Maureen at 558-0876. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS NORA (North Okanagan Referral Association) meets Fridays at 7:15 a.m., The Pantry. Call Les Fresorger at 542-7181 or see www.nora.ca. FRIDAY NIGHT DINNERS: ARMY, NAVY & AIRFORCE From 4 p.m. to close, Friday and Saturday, 2500-46th Ave. Call 542-3277 for more information. Also, Grandpa darts every Friday at 1 p.m. You don’t have to be a grandpa to play! THE SCHUBERT CENTRE We have many activities for seniors 50+ to enjoy. We’re open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The pool room and coffee shop are open daily. The Thrift Shop is open Monday to Friday. For more information, please call 250-549-4201.
FEBRUARY 18 KAL SECONDARY FUNDRAISER FOR NYC DRAMA/ARTS TOUR An evening of socializing, great food, music, 50/50 draws, silent auction, door prizes, entertainment, Feb. 18 from 6 p.m. onwards at Alexander’s Beach Pub at Kal Beach. Fundraiser for school drama/ arts spring 2012 tour to New York City. Mark your calendars and bring along some friends! AGLOW: VERNON LIGHTHOUSE Holding monthly meeting Feb. 18 from 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Titled: The Promise Story by Chris De Jong 5019 Bolean Lake Rd., Falkland. All ages welcome and a lunch will be provided. Due to limited seating, reservations are advised. Cost: $5. For information, call Cathy at 250- 260-6798 or for directions, go online to Google. INTERFAITH BRIDGING PROJECT A project of Vernon & District Immigrant Services, public is welcome to register for the InterFaith Art Workshops Feb. 18 at Trinity United Church 9 a.m. to noon. For more information or to pre-register (recommended), call Maytee at Immigrant Services, 250-542-4177 or Nola at ndibski@ telus.net. For descriptions of the art workshops see www.vdiss. com. Childcare provided but children must be pre-registered. THE VERNON & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Holds open house Feb. 18 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. All persons interested in exploring their family history (shaking their family roots!) are invited to attend to find out more about this mystery-filled and fascinating hobby that has gripped thousands across the continent and beyond. Visit us at 1204-30th Ave., the lower level of Peace Lutheran Church. Further information, call 250-542-4902. THE PIN CRISIS LINE HOLDS TRAINING The PIN Crisis Line is taking applications for the next volunteer Crisis Line Worker training, starting March 2. If you are interested in learning to help people help themselves, excellent communication skills and crisis intervention, then consider becoming a member of the Crisis Line team. Participants will increase their communication and interpersonal skills. All types of calls will be covered and how to
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handle them through specific procedures. Session topics include Behaviours, Mental Illness, Abuse, Suicide, Isolation, Grief and Crisis Intervention. For more information call 250-545-8074. ANNUAL AUCTION & DANCE Feb. 18, Westwold Community Hall, music by Lee Dinwoodie. Happy hour 5:30 p.m., dinner 6 p.m., dance 9 p.m. Tickets at Westwold Store. Cost is $15. FREE FAMILY FUN EVENT Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon on the playground at MV Beattie school in Enderby. Activities will include frisbee, hockey, parachute and more. Free hot chocolate. Sponsored by the Enderby and District Community Resource Centre. NEEDLES UP! The Vertigo Knitting Circle meets at Gallery Vertigo 10 a.m. to noon first and third Saturdays of each month. Knitters of all experience welcome. Knitting gurus Janet Armstrong and Allison Griswold will help you get started or help you over hurdles. Cost is a $5 donation which supports Vertigo’s SMARTIES family drop-in art program. Bring your yarn and needles and join us! We are upstairs at Suite #1, 3001-31st St., downtown Vernon. AA MEETINGS SATURDAYS (X), closed meeting, noon at VTC, 2810-48 Ave. (H) Open meeting 7 p.m., at Vernon Jubilee Hospital Education room basement, 2101-32 St. Meeting, closed, 8 p.m. (H) Anglican Church, 3205-27th St., enter off 26th St. Meeting, Monday to Saturday 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; this is an open meeting and is handicap accessible.. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap access. (X) No handicap access. YOUTHGLO! For lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and questioning (LGBTQ) youth aged 14 to 18, living in or visiting the North Okanagan. Connect with others who understand what it’s like growing up as an LGBTQ youth in the North Okanagan. Trust us: you are not alone! Info.: e-mail us at youthglo@hotmail.com THE VERNON & DISTRICT ANIMAL CARE SOCIETY We are a local, all-volunteer registered charity. We need your help to continue our lifesaving spay/neuter and emergency vet care programs for homeless and low-income cats and dogs. Every penny of your taxdeductible donation will go entirely to care for local pets. Info., call 250-542-7203 or see our website at www.vernonanimalcare.com FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) Meets Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. at People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Do you have trouble controlling your food? We are a fellowship of individuals recovering from food addiction. No dues or fees. For more info., call Sylvia at 250-548-3346. JOIN THE ZEITGEIST MOVEMENT VERNON every third Saturday of every month in a mutual exchange of ideas, promoting a resource based economy. It is a global volunteer based, leaderless, scientifically designed, economical, sociological and environmentally conscience method of global resource management, without the structure of government, ruling classes, money, war and most other aberrances that currently and historically dominate our life. See thezeitgeistmovement.com or contact at zeitgeistvernon@gmail.com or 306-4012.
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Canadian International Metaphysical Ministry
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9:50 a.m. - Hymn Sing 10:00 a.m. - Worship service 11:00 a.m. - Congregational meeting
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Corner of 32nd Ave & Alexis Pk. Dr
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Knox Presbyterian
Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 7:30 pm
Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
Vernon Christian Fellowship
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Bridge by Phillip Alder THE TARGET IS NINE, NOT A BULL’S-EYE Kenneth Williams, an English radio, television and movie comedian, said, “I see myself as a roving mosquito, choosing its target.” Bridge defenders should see themselves as mosquitoes, choosing the number of tricks needed to defeat the contract as their target. How should East bite into this three-no-trump contract after West leads the spade eight? South might have responded one no-trump, but making a negative double to keep hearts in the picture was better. Then, after North showed extra values with at least six respectable clubs, it was
reasonable for South to take a shot at three no-trump. (If South had responded one no-trump, North, with seven certain winners, would have raised to three no-trump.) When the dummy comes down, East should ask himself two questions: Where might my side find five winners, and how many tricks does declarer have ready to run? The defenders need to take either four spades and one heart or one spade and four hearts. If East, after capturing the first trick, continues spades, he should realize that South will win with his king and take at least eight more tricks via two diamonds (the finesse is working if needed) and six clubs.
Instead, East must win with his spade ace and shift to the heart two, hoping West has four strong hearts. Here, this line of defense works perfectly. West takes the trick as cheaply as possible and returns the heart six to East’s ace. Then another heart through South results in down one.
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Darlene Dorothy Hinman passed away peacefully at Heron Grove on Monday, February 13th, 2012 at the age of 75 years. Darlene is survived by her loving family: Ron (Grace) Hinman; Judy (Brendon) Roberts; Robert Hinman; Brian (Doreen) Hinman; Allen (Terry) Hinman; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles. A Memorial Tea will be held on Saturday, February 18th, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. in the tea room of Pleasant Valley Funeral Home. Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be offered at www.pleasantvalleyfh.com
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Professor Pediatric Cardioloy McMaster University, Co-founder of Dr. Rygiel’s Home for Children, Hamilton, Ontario, Researcher, Teacher, devoted Samaritan and Humanitarian, passed away peacefully in Vernon, British Columbia, February 15th, 2012. By request there will be no service. Husband and family wish to thank the staff at Gateby for their outstanding care, kindness and compassion. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Arrangements have been entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237
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TERESA CZERWONKA Born in Suchowola, Poland on October 4, 1936 and passed away in Vernon, BC on February 13, 2012. She moved to Canada after meeting her husband, Stanley, in 1969. Known for her generous spirit, open heart and loving personality. She was predeceased by her husband in 2006 and is survived by her son, Stanley (Jr.). She will be greatly missed by her family in Poland and Canada as well as all the friends she loved so much. A vigil will be held on Sunday, February 19, at 5:00 P.M. followed by the Funeral Mass on Monday, February 20 at 11:00 A.M., both at St. James’ Roman Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.
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Joseph Hawrys Joseph “Joe” Hawrys was born in Winnipeg, MB on October 1st, 1917 and passed away peacefully, age 94, in Enderby, BC on February 6th, 2012. Joe arrived in Grindrod, BC with his parents Michael and Anne Hawrys and 3 of his siblings. He married Ksenia “Kay” Smaha in 1951, they moved to Enderby where he continued to reside in their original home until 1 1/2 years ago when he moved into Parkview Place in Enderby, BC. Joe had a variety of careers including running a stationary baler and crew for a number of years; in 1959 he started hauling milk (the old milk can days) and later introduced the bulk system to many North Okanagan farmers in 1963; he had a brief stint in the Army during WWII until being recalled home; and he worked at various sawmills, until his retirement, as a lumber grader. Travelling with Kay was a big part of their time together - it even started on their honeymoon when they motored across to Eastern Canada and New York State. They eventually visited all 10 provides and 2 of the territories, including driving the Dempster Hwy to Inuvik; taking an Alaskan cruise, and seeing much of the USA, Great Britain, and New Zealand. Joe was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge since 1945 and associated groups (Royal Arch, Preceptory), became a lifetime member of the Shriners organization (joining in 1948); and belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star for 26 years. He always enjoyed being around the family, watching baseball, camping, fishing or playing a round of golf, and he was always ready for a game of crib. Joe is lovingly remembered by his son Lorne (Dawn) Hawrys of Grindrod; his daughter Leanne Frederick of Armstrong; his 6 grandchildren Lynne Hawrys (Kelley Wiker) of Salmon Arm, Erin Hawrys (Kelly Koskimaki) of Enderby, Trevor (Kaili) Hawrys of Salmon Arm, Dale Frederick of Gimli, MB, Evan Frederick and Taryn Frederick, both of Armstrong; his 5 greatgrandchildren and his brothers Tony, Alex, George, and Michael. He was predeceased by his wife Kay in 1998, one sister Mary, one brother Bert, and his son-in-law Dennis Frederick. Cremation. Memorial Service to be held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church (Hwy 97A, Enderby, BC) on Saturday, February 18th at 1:00 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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LEDCORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CONSTRUCTION DIVISION is seeking the following positions based out of our Kelowna Branch SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT: As the Senior Project Superintendent you will be responsible for the efďŹ cient day-to-day operations of the project site, including management of construction schedules, quality control and safety. The ideal candidate will have Journeyman Carpenter QualiďŹ cations and 10 years of Supervisory experience on commercial, light industrial and/or institutional building construction projects. You must be prepared to work throughout the interior as well as Northern BC and Alberta regions. You have demonstrated success in meeting project schedules, a strong safety record, and the ability to work with a variety of individuals. You are a team player with exceptional organizational skills and a positive attitude. SENIOR ESTIMATOR: Reporting to the Chief Estimator you will be responsible for Bidding, Budgeting, Estimating and Tendering for Lump Sum and Design - Build Role will also include the provision of pre-construction services and compilations of sub-trade tender packages. Proven experience (10+ years) estimating Retail Commercial, Industrial and Institutional projects. Applicant must have the ability to work from ďŹ rst principles and competence in Microsoft OfďŹ ce ESTIMATOR Reporting to the Chief Estimator you will be responsible for Bidding, Budgeting Estimating and Tendering for Lump Sum, Design/Build as well as renovation projects. Role will also include the provision of pre-construction services and compilations of sub-trade tender packages. Proven experience (5+ years) estimating Retail, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional projects. Applicant must have the ability to work from ďŹ rst principles and competence in Microsoft OfďŹ ce Interested candidates are to send their resumes to the attention of Heather Taron at heather.taron@ledcor.com, or fax (250) 765-8075, no phone calls please. We thank all applicants in advance, only those short listed will be contacted.
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An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for ďŹ eld and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780-723-5051
ASSISTANT Parts and Service Coordinator required for our auto service department. Customer service and computer skills an asset. Need to be avail for full time and weekends. Email autoplace@shawbiz.ca or Call 250-860-8885
Cherry Sorters & Pickers required $10./hr & up or piece work. June 15 - August 31. Sorting at 991 Salmon River Road, Salmon Arm, BC; Picking at Oyama, BC & Area. Apply with online form @ www.kalwoodfarms.com
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Big Sun/Sunshine Tanning is looking for one customer service all-star to join the team. Open availability is a HUGE bonus, job references a requirement. If you think you are good enough to join our team... Please bring resume in-person to Big Sun after 10am on Saturday Feb 18th
Chiropractic ofďŹ ce looking for an assistant. Must have some massage or Spa Practitioner training. Please drop off resume to #105 3301 24th Ave, Attn: Tania Production Workers, chopsaws, packaging & wood production. Seasonal, req/immed, fax resume to 250-545-7203
DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca Experienced Door Person/Security required for wknd shifts, BST CertiďŹ cation an asset. Please apply in person w/resume to Eric or John 451325th Ave, Vernon.
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BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy 202-2706 30th Street Vernon, BC V1T 2B6 Caretakers needed for remote Ski Lodge near Revelstoke, April to November, 2weeks in 2 weeks out. Best suits a retired couple. Send resume to: info@mustangpowder.com
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Service Technician International Truck Dealership located in beautiful Northeastern BC is seeking Journeyman Service Technicians to join our established team of professionals. Successful candidates will be self motivated and computer literate and possess strong mechanical and diagnostic skills. We offer an excellent wage and beneďŹ t package. Please submit resume to:
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3rd & 4th Year Commercial Transport / Heavy Duty Apprentice International Truck Dealership located in beautiful Northeastern BC is seeking 3rd & 4th year Commercial Transport/Heavy Duty Apprentices to join our established team of professionals. Successful candidates will be self motivated and computer literate and possess strong mechanical and diagnostic skills. We offer an excellent wage and beneďŹ t package. Please submit resume to:
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INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTANT Kal Tire is Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest independent tire dealer, with over 230 locations throughout Western Canada, along with a warehousing and distribution network, retreading facilities and mining tire operations. We are seeking a highly motivated accounting professional to join our accounting team at our ofÂżce in Vernon. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals wishing to further their career with the support and assistance of the Kal Tire organization and a team of accounting professionals. A detailed job description, list of qualiÂżcations along with information regarding Kal Tire may be viewed on our website at www.kaltire.com/careers. In addition to a competitive salary range and beneÂżts package, employees share in a company-wide proÂżt sharing plan that recognizes individual and team contributions. Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Intermediate Accountant opportunity. Please submit your resume to careers@kaltire.com, indicating the job title in the subject line by February 23rd, 2012. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. For current job opportunities with Kal Tire, please visit us today www.kaltire.com/careers
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Farm Laborers needed at Sidhu Orchards on Bella Vista Rd, work includes planting, pruning, thinning, picking, fruit & vegetables. March thru Oct $9.56/hr Call Sid (250)5401011 or fax: 250-545-1935
Longhorn Pub seeking Experienced Servers/Bartenders. Must be available for variety of shifts, competitive wage & benefits. Please apply in person with resume to Eric. 4513 25th Ave.
North Okanagan Sawmill is hiring for a millwright position. For the right individual we offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.
Dental Hygienist Required Thur, Fri & 1 Sat a month. Please apply in person with resume and references at Dr Loland & Dr Taves office Suite #2 3500, 30th Street Vernon, B.C.
ORCHARD WORKERS Thinning, pruning, harvesting $10.25/hr or piece rate. 10hrs/ day, June to Oct. Gutknecht Orchards Ltd., Vernon FAX: 250-542-6647 email: begutknecht@shaw.ca
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24 hr. Live-In Support Required (Kamloops, B.C.) Dengarry Professional Services Ltd. is seeking experienced individuals or couples for contract to provide live in 24 hr support for short term stabilization to adults with mental and physical disabilities in Kamloops. Applicant must have education and experience either in behavioral and/or medical supports. Applicant will undergo extensive screening including reference checks, Crim Check and drivers abstract. Housing included with compensation package.
If interested, please forward resume to Kristine Toebosch at ktoebosch@dengarry.bc.ca or fax to 250-377-4581 or mail Attn: Kristine PO box 892 Kamloops BC V2C 5M8
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Recreation Services is looking for staff for our spring break and summer camps. If you have experience working with children and experience in: sciences, drama, dance, music, cooking or sports we are looking for you. Please send resume with cover letter to Deb Treherne, Recreation Programmer at dtreherne@vernon.ca. Short listed applicants will be contacted and must provide a copy of a current criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
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SUPPORT & EDUCATION COORDINATOR F/T based in Kelowna Alzheimer Res Centre, responsible for delivery of support & education programs in North/Central Okanagan, develops program partnerships. Responsibilities include: working w/healthcare professionals, families in region. Also, develop and maintain volunteer base (recruit, support). Deliver standard education programs for caregivers, people w/early symptoms of dementia & public. Must have extensive knowledge, experience w/Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, caregiving issues. Degree w/min 3-5yrs experience. Must have vehicle to travel in region. Visit: www.alzheimerbc.org for more details on this position. NO phone calls to Kelowna Alzheimer Resource Centre. Closes: Feb. 27, 2012
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The Service Manager organizes the Service Department in a manner that ensures the smooth operation of the houseboats throughout our sailing season. The manager ensures the on-time delivery to our guests of an excellent, dependable product in order to promote a safe and trouble free vacation. This individual will be responsible for service safety and the condition of houseboats both in the marina and out on the Lake. This is accomplished through working with the Service team. The Manager will hire, train and supervise these employees, in order to attain these goals. The successful candidate must be a JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC, be an experienced supervisor, well organized and show initiative. Great customer service is the key to our success and your success with us. We offer a competitive wage, health plan, bonus and other benefits.
JOURNEYMAN STEEL FABRICATOR / WELDER required with minimum 5 years experience, CWB tickets an asset. Ph: 250-542-5557 Fax: 250-542-4562 email: donaldsmachine@gmail.com
TICKETED STIFF BOOM CRANE OPERATOR welding and/or steel fabricating experience an asset. Ph: 250-542-5557 Fax: 250-542-4562 email: donaldsmachine@gmail.com
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MI-TEC Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd has a Cabinet Shop Lead hand position available if you are a journeyman. Please contact us for more details. Ph: 250-832-1524 Fx: 250-832-1534
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RT 228 - Tassie & Briar Available Feb 28 LUMBY RT601 - Saddleview & Mountainview Available Feb 19/ASAP RT 602 - Grandview & Catt Available now MISSION HILL RT120 - 34 St & 24 Ave Available Mar 7
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Cleaning Services Yane Housecleaning service & small offices, honest, reliable, over 7yrs exp, Refs.avail, $20/hr (250)549-0056
Computer Services NorVal Computer Sales & Service Enderby, BC Computer Clean-up $59 House Calls $30/hr Remote Support $20/hr 10% off all RC Toys in-store www.norvalcomputer.com 250-838-6111 / 250-938-0512
Home Improvements Handyman Services. No job to SMALL. Decking, flooring, siding, & all your finishing needs. Call 250-351-5241.
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Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 **A1. DUMP RUNS, MOVING, All Renovations, Painting, Floors. Paul @ 250-550-4256
ATTRITION MMA Xtraining Techniques using, Kickboxing, Judo, Wrestling, BJJ & Sanshou, Full gym, weights, ring, matts, cage & more.Taught by Pro Fighters. Details 250-307-1000.
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COLDSTREAM RT 204 - Coldstream Creek Rd & Hillside Available Feb 19
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LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Journeyman Electrician for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859.
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OfÀce Support PARTNERS in the Horn of Africa seeks a DONOR RELATIONS COORDINATOR with extensive professional office experience. Required: Proficiency with database applications, EXCEL, WORD, effective communication with donors. Visit www.partnersinthehorn.org/jobs for a full job description and to apply.
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70-bales of alfalfa grass mix, no chemicals, square bales, no rain, $6.50/bale, 546-8314 800 lb round bales: this years grass hay $50./bale, last years grass hay $25./bale. Shavings & Sawdust available 250-804-6720 EXCELLENT Quality Horse Hay for Sale 2nd-3rd cut Crown Royale Orchard grass..60lb bales, no rain, clean, barn stored $6.50/ bale delivery extra 250-838-6669 Good quality Hay, Grass mix, heavy square bales. Barn stored, no rain, (250)5429419, 250-309-5956 Good Quality Horse Hay, square bales $4/bale. (250)549-0155 Grass Alfalfa mix hay for sale, excellent quality $5/bale (250)546-6690 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 for sale Timothy & Alfalfa $5/bale (250) 547-6334 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.
McLeery Ranch, Alfalfa/Alfalfa Grass small squares, Haylage $45., Dry Rounds $50., Armstrong. 1- 250-546-0420 Round 4x5 straw bales, $35. per bale, Dozen bales, shed stored. (250)379-2853 Second cut grass hay, $6.50/ 60lb bale, excellent quality, no rain, barn stored, 545-6730 Small rolls, Timothy/Grass uniform quality, $40/roll. Cherryville. BC. 604-833-4626
3 Older Rescue Chihuahua’s, Ages 5-7, males, Good w/kids, cats, dogs, Fixed, vaccinated, $125ea 541-7778
BIG M Auction Sat Feb 25, 11am, 5765 Falkland Road, Falkland. BC, Antiques, collectibles, tools, household goods, gift ware, saddles & tack and much more. Consignments Wanted. Pictures on website. www.bigmtack.com Click on Facebook. For more info call 250-379-2078,604-850-4238
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PEROGIES homemade, finger pinched, potato & cheddar, homemade Cabbage Rolls, 250-545-3667 Pool Table Light $800/New, offers. Neon & Misc. beer signs, offers. 250-499-7050 Tempered Glass Sheets, 1535.1/2”x32.1/2”, 15- 32.1/4”x 39”, $30 OBO (250)545-6828 TOP DOLLAR PAID Removal, Scrap Cars & Metals, large or small, Farm & Industrial Equipment, & Complete Property Reclamation. Used Tire Sale (250)540-4815 Vacuums: Rainbow, Electrolux, Kenmore. hoses, powerheads & tools, rebuilt, guaranteed, $100ea (250)549-3352 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 Wanted: Shower, tub, hot tub, water heater, fittings, used building material. 1-250-8380505 Youth Boys Name Brand T-shirts(15) Size Med-Large.$50.00 for all. Name Brand Jeans sizes 28-30.Paid $50.00 for each asking $20.00 per pair. All Like new. Call 250-308-7671.
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.
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Basset Hound Shihtzu X Puppy, brown & white, long ears, very cute. Good family dog, $250 (250)503-2365 BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class April 5th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322
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Jack Russell X Maltese puppies, 2 females, 1 male born Dec 14, 1st shots, kennel trained. $300. (250)379-6872 evenings or leave message.
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
Purebred registered Havanese pups, great disposition, litter trained, 1st shots, many different colors to choose from, great pets for any family. For information call 1-250-8324923 or 1-250-517-7579.
Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932
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Antiques / Vintage Coin Collector & Silver & Gold Buyer will be at Vernon Museum Antique Show this Friday & Saturday, Feb. 17 & 18. Come in person or call: 1-800-948-8816
Couch & Loveseat $700 obo, exc/cond, 250-545-6828, 5453565, jsdemosky@telus.net KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 Memory Foam Mattress 8” Queen. New, still in package. Worth $990. Must Sell for $375. Call 250-307-3236 or 250-550-6647. Can deliver Palisades recliner brown leather couch & loveseat, Canadian made $2000. or sell separate; Table w/built-in leaf 6/chairs $400.obo; medium oak corner curio cabinet, 5 shelves, $250.; (250)503-6172 PILLOWTOP mattress, box. Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647
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Heavy Duty Machinery Dump box 14’L x 5’high with hydraulics sizzor lift & roll bar tarp. (250)546-9566
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CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259 14” King vertical wood band saw (New) $350. 10” table saw $150. (250)379-2853 27” Color Tube TV $20, Great for games room or heated workshop!!!!! 250-558-3414 ARE YOU MOVING OUT ON YOUR OWN OR NEED LIVING ROOM FURNITURE FOR YOUR CABIN? Entertainment Centre,Coffee & End Table (all matching) $60, U-Pick up (250)558-3414 Craftsman 2 Snowblower, 10.5hp, 28” bucket, electric start. $750. (250)545-1934 Crystal Waters Cassiar 1160 6-8 person hot tub approx 7 years old - works great digital thermometer - 2 speed $2000 obo call 250 938 5364 Free Scrap removal. All metals & cars. No microwaves or t.v.s. Minimum p/u load. 778-212-6107, 250-546-9536 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? Light Oak kitchen table and 4 chairs, good condition. $200. 250-308-7671. Micro Suede couch, loveseat, med brown, excellent cond. $400. Coffee table, light Oak. $50.Pole lamp. $25.Like new. 250-308-7671. Palliser 4 seater 11’ burgundy reclining leather sofa. Exc cond $1000.obo 250-545-1934
Misc. Wanted Coins, Coin Collections, Silver, Militaria. Simon’s Coins, #5 2906-32nd St. Vernon 250-308-1522 I want to buy gold coins from all over the world. All years. Call Todd 250-864-3521
Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale DEVELOPER will pay mortgage for 6 months on 2-3 bdrm new condo. (conditions apply) www.okanaganbrownstones.com Phone: 250-3073737.
Business for Sale BAKERY for sale in one of the larger & fastest growing areas in Kelowna BC. Well equipped & priced to sell. For more info call 250-763-5794
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PRIVATE Coin Collector Looking To Buy Collections, Olympic Silver & Gold Coins, Also Buying Bulk Silver Coins. Call Chad at 250-863-3082. Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556 WANTED: Small Aluminum Fishing Boats. 250-542-8157, 250-307-6724 Wanted: working Vita Mix.250-541-0421. Will buy bags, rolls, containers or piggy banks etc. full of older 10¢, 25¢ & 50¢. 778-932-2316
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Musical Instruments Korg sp300 Digital piano $1000, Yamaha Rydeen drums with double base pedal $700 Phone after 5pm (250)545-6465
Sporting Goods 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
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View and browse the catalogue on-line Antique Imports will be selling, by Public Auction, the remainder of Tamlaght Stone Antiques. Partial List Includes: Rare c1750 Flintlock pistol with brass overlay detail, 14kt white gold genuine Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet (appraised at $8,120.00), detailed early Canadiana oak sideboard, signed Tony Cavelti 18kt gold custom design bracelet (appaised at $3,350.00), Victorian oak barley twist drop leaf table, signed Remington bronze figurines “Wicked Pony” and “The Scalp”, retro European Hoosier, c1880 oak French court cupboard, Victorian floor model fire safe, large assortment of collectibles, boxed lots and so much more….
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2 BEDROOM upper suite, BX area, 1 bath, F/S, D/W, W/D, Large deck, lots of parking. NS/NP, includes hydro, gas & water. $995/mo. 250-869-7373 or: gdharder@shaw.ca 3709 24 Ave. Vernon, D-unit 2bdrm, huge yard, $800/mo. 250-549-3634, 250-490-1530 Brand new floors, freshly painted, family neighborhood, large recreation room great for kids, front and rear outdoor decks, 3appl, 3-bdrm, 2-bath & a bike sized storage unit. A bargin at $1100/mo call 250-308-7040
1*, 5 BED superb fully furnished and equipped Silver Star ski Chalet. April 1 to Oct 31 $2200 pm ianaheath@yahoo.ca 2bdrm house in Enderby-1906-George St.,Newly reno’d, avail now, 3bdrm basement suite, avail Feb 29. Both on 1 acre. Bachelor suite, avail now. 3504-25 Ave,Vernon, 3bdrm bsmt suite, Mission Hill, Avail/now, 250-549-6554, 250372-4842 2 bdrm upstairs, avail now, nice clean, near big Safeway, 250-503-6034.250-545-2221. 2 Bdrm, washer & dryer, fully fenced yard,N/S, small pets o.k. In downtown area. Available immediately $800. Call Diana Delaney @ Century 21 (250) 550-2120 3+1bdrm, 1.5bath, Lavington, Reno’d, close to school, Mar 1, $1400/mo.+util. (250)550-5463 3830 15th Ave 5-bdrm house, 4-bath, f/s, w/d, pet friendly, $1425.mo +util. (250)307-1656 3bdrm newly reno’d home, Easthill w/d, a/c, gas f/p, no pets, n/s $1200+util. (250)8788439 3BR clean, renovated house for rent $1200/mo 250-3092565 4-bdrm, 2-bath, new kitchen, quiet Easthill location, w/o inlaw suite $1600 250-573-5824 5 bdr house for rent in quiet Armstrong subdivision close to schools, f/s,dw, garage included, no pets, n/s, references required. $1100 plus utilities. 250-804-5281 250-838-7019 5 bedroom Armstrong house in the mcleod subdivision. 21/2 bath, f/s, d/w, w/d, 2 gas fireplace, 2 living rooms, sauna, dining room, 2 decks, hot tub, 2 sheds, carport, 1/3 acre lot in a private setting and quite neighborhood. No smoking, pets ok. Newly renovated. $1700 utilities. $850 dd. 250546-8887 AVAIL Immed., 3-bdrm, 2bath, f.s., w.d., new paint, large deck, treed lot, propane heat, 13kms South on Westside Rd. references/long term $850 mo. 250-549-1848, 250-550-0227 Coldstream, quiet, clean, 2bdrm up, nanny suite & den down. n/s, pet neg., private garden, close to schools & bus, $1400. incl water & sewer 250-542-8302. Furnished 3 bdrm, 2 bath, Ok Lakeshore, 5-appl, dock, ns, np, $1199 + util, short-term rental. (250)558-5045 LUMBY,1 BEDROOM house f/s/w/d-n/s n/p $650 + dd. 5476799 eves; 547-6779 day NICE, 1700 sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 1 bath mobile on 2 acres. Wood stove, lrg deck, fenced yard, 5 new appliances. Horses, pets ok. Horse shelter/hay shed, access to trails. 20 min N of Vernon. DD and ref’s req’d. $1200/mo, rent reduced Feb March to $ 1000/mo. 250-3792614, efalck@uniserve.com Older 2-bdrm house, on acreage, close to town, avail Mar1, $900 (250)275-3137
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250-542-8989 1&2-bdrm $600-$750. No dogs, no drugs. (250)2601630 1bdrm bright, clean & cozy in a quiet, well managed Apt building on bus route/walk to dwntwn. f/s, heat, hot water, cable locker/prkg. n/s n/p. $675./mo 250-550-4069 1bdrm clean, 2 blocks from downtown Armstrong, newly reno’d, $590/mo 250-870-3378 1bdrm DT, close to everything, spaceous, reno’d/quite $600/mo. (250)275-3137 1bdrm, East Hill available immediately hardwood flrs, n/s n/p. On site laundry, heat incl. 250-260-5870 1bdrm, new paint & flooring, quiet convenient location near Schubert Center. Includes cable TV, parking, f/s, n/s, 50+, $620. Call 250-309-3763 1 BEDROOM, Upper Unit, No Dogs, No Smoking. Available Now. $600.00 plus hydro. Call Heidi 250-550-5832 2bdrm 1bath, NS, close to Downtown, sm. pet ok, $850 +hydro. 250-307-6174
RICKFORD MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm 38th Street & 27th Avenue; N/P; N/S; Adults. 250-275-8066 Clean & bright, 1 bed, walk-up corner unit. In-suite laundry, parking. $680./mt + util. Ref’s required, n/s, np. (250)3062475. Available immediately Enderby, clean quiet 1 & 2 bdrm, Laundry facility. 250308-9299 LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 NEW 2 BR, 2 Bath Condo for RENT in Vernon, avail. immed. Sec. heated U/G parking, storage locker, elevator, d/w, A/C, stainless appl., private W&D. $1100/month. 250545-2834. NS suite, pets negotiable.
Commercial/ Industrial 4800sqft. Upstairs Office Space with Elevator 2900 30th Ave. (250)545-1733 Retail Space in Armstrong, 1220sqft. Medical/Dental/Spa Call for details. (250)764-8323 Up to 5000 sq ft of shop, warehouse, office space for lease, Hwy frontage, large yard. (250)306-3203
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Mobile Homes & Pads In Lumby 2 bdrm, gas heat, f/s, w/d, $650. Phone Tom at 250-503-7044 In Vernon 3-bdrm, f/s, w/d, gas heat n/p, $850/mo, $425 DD, Tom (250)503-7044 VERNON (ARMSTRONG)- recently updated 3 bdrm, inclds F/S, W/D, available now, clean, quiet family oriented park. N/S, No dogs! $750mo + D/D. 250-546-0612 to view.
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1610 45th St Lg 2bdrm + den in-suite laundry, n/s, family oriented buildg, prkg, storage, no-dogs, newly painted, av/now $800+hydro 547-6060 2bdrm, 1100 sq.ft w/fenced yard, pets ok $1100/mo incl. util. Avail now 250-542-0122. 2 bdrm, clean, f/s, w/d, quiet neighbourhood, close to town, $700 + 1/2 util. 250-558-0551. 2BDRM Easthill, daylight walkout suite, priv entry & laundry, F/S, W/D, G F/P, carport, N/S, N/dogs, $800. +shared util. Avail March 1. 250-550-6500. 2 BDRM, laundry hook-ups, D/W, $800/mo. Available Now. Small animals okay. N/S. 250550-5832 2-bdrm, main, clean, fresh paint, 5appl, close to town, $750 + 1/2util, (250)308-9562 2BDRM suite in 4plex, level entry, newly reno’d, close to Multiplex. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P. Avail.March 1 $900/mo. +util. 250-545-4461 250-503-7296 2BD spacious unit on creek W/D, water paid by owner, clean, bright. $750, View at www.arttales.ca or call Sean at 250-306-0959
1*, 4 bed superb fully furnished and equipped Silver Star ski chalet. April 1 to Oct 31, $1290. pm ianaheath@yahoo.ca
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• 2 bdrm lower suite in Foothills. New home, great views, covered deck, 2 full baths, good space, nice finishing, 5 appliances, utilities included. $1,100. • 2 bdrm executive townhome overlooking OK Lake. Private beach access, 35 ft boat slip at dock, double garage, 2 full baths, all appliances. Flight of stairs up to townhome. 1 year lease preferred. $1700. Available Apr 1.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 3 bdrm upper suite in Alexis Park. Large rooms, 5 appliances, shared laundry & yard. Full wrap-around deck, garage storage. $1050.
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Motels,Hotels 1bdrm, quiet, n/s, kitchen, 1 person, Low wkly rates, $550 /mo incl util/cable. 558-6837
Room & Board Private Room in large family home overlooking Swan Lake, all inclusive (except your food) must like dogs, suit self sufficient person, $500.00 avail immediately. Call Susan 250309-0483 to view.
Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, no-drugs, no-parties, D.T. $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, 250-549-0644 1bdrm quiet, central, bus, n/drugs, refs. $395.util/int incl. 250-549-7418, 307-9407 A room w/priv bath, in a quietlakeview room, n/s n/p n/d, $550. 250-558-0638
Suites, Lower 1-BDRM,Armstrong, Private entrance, Kitchen w F/S, Full bath, NS/NP, avail immed $550 + utils 250-503-7092 1-bdrm suite, $650 incl, util/furniture/Cable, Downtown, (250)549-0644
1BDRM newly reno’d $700 util/incl Sep entry & driveway Shared w/d, n/s, n/p Avail Mar 1 MUST SEE!!!!!! Call 250-308-6111 1 bdrm suite for rent newly reno’d bsmt with new appliances. Util/incl. $800. NS/NP. Contact eshiwa@shaw.ca 1-bed Harwood suite for one person. Shared laundry, N/S, N/P. $675. 250-308-7267
ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE FOR RENT. $750/month. Close to Beach & College. Call Darcy at 250-306-5579 1-bdrm, walkout suite, on 8acres, in Coldstream, w/d, f/p, pet ok, $650 util/incl, Avail now 250-308-8138 2bdrm, 1-bath, basement suite, Private laundry, near Alexis Park school, $900/mo, util/incl, (250)308-8845 2bdrm, 1bath, level entry,a/c close to Fulton, n/s, n/p n/parties $850incl/utils Mature people. Avail now. 250-558-3090 2-BDRM, Armstrong, with laundry, newly reno’d., ns, np, $750 util/incl, Avail Immed 250-546-3309, 250-306-4356 2-bdrm bsmt suite, clean, lrg yard, cable, W/D, n/p, n/s, $720.util incl . (250)260-0841 2-Bdrm, clean & fresh, W/D, NS, on bus route, close to downtown, quiet tenant, Must see. $795. util incl. 309-4524 2bdrm, clean,(Fulton Area) close to all amenities, np, ns, laundry h/u, Avail now. $900. 250-558-4623, 778-932-1857 2bdrm + den, Coldstream, large, bright, level entry suite, fenced yard, patio, f/p, laundry, n/s, no dogs, $950+util, (250)309-5212 2 BDRM ground level suite Fulton area. $800 per month shared utilites.NS, NP, references required.250.938.5364 2bdrm, lvl entry in 4plex. N/P. $870 Utils/ laundry incl. Mar 1. 250-545-2239 3bdrm, lower level, new bathroom, $700., Bella Vista, near town/bus stop. 250-542-7018. Avail March 1/12 basement bachelor suite. Suitable for quiet single person, N/S, N/P, util incl., except for cable, phone. Parking avail. $550 pm. 1/2 mon security deposit. References.. 250-542-9107. Bachelor Kin Beach, Mar 1, priv ent, 5-appl, pet neg, n/s, util/incl$700+dd 250-307-4012 Bachelor unit, newly reno’d, $575 incl util & cable. D.T. locat, N/S, N/P, 250-549-0644 Bright, Level-Entry 1 Bed plus Office Detached Suite, Scenic South BX, W/D, F/S, patio, sat TV/Internet/utilities incl. N/S, N/P, Single renter preferred $800/mo. Avail March 1st. 545-3535 Enderby rural 2bdrm,garden, $1000. 1bdrm. $700. both incl all util, sat/int.,250-558-9171. FOR rent in East Hill, Vernon large, well-lit 2 bedroom lower suite, separate entrance, heated kitchen/bathroom floors, laundry, gas fireplace. Walk to downtown. Available immed. $950/month includes utilities. Call 778-753-1902 evenings. Furnished bachelor, Fulton area, avail. immed. $575 5492502 lm_froese@yahoo.ca LARGE 1bdrm, $850/mo all util/incl, DD req’d. Close to lake, sep.entry, parking, Avail Mar 1, 250-540-3307. Lrg bright 2bdrm Easthill suite, own driveway c/w carport, jet tub, util/cable/internet incl. w/d & gas f/p, $950/mo. NP, NS, March1, (250)545-8965 Lrge 1 bdrm basement suite, level entry, w/ fp, util incl, near golf course. Cats ok. $700. Avail immed.250-542-5652 NEW BRIGHT 2 BDRM BSMT W/D, F/S, N/P, N/S util/cbl/int inc, midltn mtn single pref $800 Avail Mar 1 250-307-1858
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250-275-6224 1*, 2 bed fully furnished and equipped Silver Star Chalet suite. April 1 to Oct 31. $890 pm. ianaheath@yahoo.ca 1bdrm, lakeview, private level entry, n.s., n.p., w.d., f.s., util., cable, wireless internet incl. suitable for quiet living, $750 mo. 250-306-8013 1bdrm, large, clean, n/s, adult building, stairs, spacious yard, closet to town. Available Immediately $600. 250-938-0583 2-bdrm, 1-bath, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, freshly painted, $1200 util/incl, lots of parking, (780)381-8540 2bdrm, 5-min from Armstrong f/s, w/d, avail Mar 1, n/s, n/p, D.D/R.R. $850. 250-306-9909. 2-bdrm, ground level, new kitchen, quiet Easthill location, shared laundry, n/s, n/p, 1/2util, $1100 (250)573-5824 2-bedroom suite in Lavington. Beautiful country setting. F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. $650/month +utilities avail immed. 250938-4529 or View at http://Lavsuite.blogspot.com 3Bdrm, upstairs, large home, n/s inside, pets ok, shared laundry, 1.5 bath, Armstrong area. $1000/mo + shared util. Availability neg. (250)3074919 Immaculate 3 bdrm main ďŹ&#x201A;oor, 6 appl., a/c, n/s, $1195 pm+shared util., Alexis Park, Avail now. 250-545-1229. Mission Hill, 2bdrm, n/s, n/p, shared w/d, Avail now. $850. incl/util/int/cable 250-863-7439
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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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2001 C320 Mercedes, excellent shape, Asking $9300 OBO 250-307-4899
21â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Glasspar boat - restored V8, alumn block, 350 (450hp) & trailer. 250-546-9566.
2004 Chrysler CrossďŹ re loaded leather, Immaculate, V6, 6-spd $12,900. (250)558-1078
Canadian Power & Sail Squadron 13 week Boating Course. Starts Feb 21. 7pm, (250)542-5525
2005 Subaru Legacy SW, silver, loaded, 128K, summers & winters $15,900.250-545-5664 2009 Black Hyundai Sonata Sport 4 door sedan, 17â&#x20AC;? rims and comes with winter and summer tires, Too many options to list: Sunroof, A/C, keyless entry, power windows and locks, alarm, cd player, 5 speed shiftable automatic transmission, cruise, 4 cyl., large trunk, leather trim in interior, metallic gray trim package, 109,468 kms, Gorgeous car! Divorce sale so this car needs to sell fast! $16,500 OBO, ďŹ nancing available, Call to view and test drive, Dean 250-497-5191
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AUTOMILE! $ 12,900 Auto., 4X4, PW, PL, A/C, cruise, pano roof, heated seats, 130,610 kms
2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL
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C0511
21,900
15,500
$
Leather, roof, Bluetooth, CD, cass., load, 87,000 kms B2261
Auto., air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, CD, alloys, hist., 84,460 kms B2451
2007 ACURA TL
2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID
15,900
17,695
$
$
Auto., air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, CD, local, 29,250 kms C0611
Auto., leather, roof, alloys, CD, spoiler, 34,503 kms B2791
2008 HONDA CIVIC DX-G SEDAN
2010 FORD FOCUS SES SEDAN
12,900
16,900
$
$
4 cyl., 5 spd., A/C, PW, PL, PM, alloys, 52,700 kms C0881
3 cyl., auto., leather, load, roof, 88,500 kms B2381
2007 HONDA FIT SPORT
2005 HONDA CRV EXL
20,900
16,900
$
$
Auto., A/C, leather, PW, PL, PM, roof, extra tires, 79,600 kms C0981
3.5L CVT, PW, PL, PM, cruise, CD, fogs, A/C, VSA, alloys, 74,700 kms B3071
2007 HONDA CRV EXL
2005 NISSAN MURANO SL
20,900
26,900
$
$
4 cyl., air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, power seat, roof, local, 46,450 kms B2361
Roof, load, running boards, 72,900 kms C0681
2008 HONDA ACCORD EX SEDAN
2008 HONDA RIDGELINE EXL
18,900
14,500
$
$
Leather, VSA, air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, roof, alloys, 43,900 kms C0401
4 cyl., auto., A/C, PW, PL, PM, cruise, CD, keyless, 59,700 kms C1031
2009 HONDA CIVIC EX-L SEDAN
2008 HONDA CIVIC DXG SEDAN
COLLEEN MAXNUK
HEATHER LADUKE
GENE KUSHNIRUK
SCOTT MORRICE
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2010 FORD F350 CREW CAB 4X4
NOW! 39,995 OR $355B/W
STK#U5465.
6.4L DIESEL, auto, A/C, local, 1 owner, only 38,000 kms, fully load, heated leather seats, backup camera $ WAS $41,995
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2008 DODGE RAM 3500 SLT 4X4 STK#U5469.
6.7L DIESEL, auto, A/C, loaded, factory “Jake Brake”, alloys, side steps, tow pkg WAS $29,995
NOW! $ 28,995 OR $259B/W *
2008 DODGE NITRO SXT 4X4
NOW! 16,995 OR $153B/W 2007 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT 4X4 NOW! $ 27,9955 OR $290B/W WAS $28,995 STK#U5429.
Auto, A/C, loaded, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, sunroof, only 63,000 kms, roof rack $ WAS $17,995
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STK#U5472.
5.9L CUMMINS DIESEL auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, sidee steps, tow pkg, spray liner
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2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA TDI TURBO DIESEL STK#U5430.
Auto, DIESEL, local, cruise, heated seats, P/W, P/L, tilt, keyless remote WAS $17,995
NOW! $ 14,995 OR $157B/W **
2006 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT 4X4
NOW! 27,995 OR $290B/W 2004 FORD FREESTAR SPORT NOW! $ WAS $8,995 6,995 2004 GMC ENVOY 4X4 NOW! $ 8,995 WAS $12,995 1967 CHEVROLET MALIBU NOW! $ 24,995 WAS $26,995 STK#U5470.
5.9L CUMMINS DIESEL, 6 speed L, manual tranny, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, box liner, tube steps $ WAS $28,995
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STK#U5409-1.
Auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, full load, rear A/C, quads, tilt, alloys, DVD player
STK#U5417.
Auto, A/C, loaded, leather, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, new tires, roof rack, side steps
STK#U5500.
Barrett Jackson car, auto, full restoration in 2011, small block 350
PURCHASE PRICE DOES NOT INCL. DOC FEES & TAXES. *BIWEEKLY PAYMENTS BASED ON 72 MTHS @ 6.99% INCL DOC FEES & TAXES WITH 0 DOWN. **BIWEEKLY PAYMENTS BASED ON 60 MTHS @ 6.99% INCL DOC FEES & TAXES WITH 0 DOWN.
*Certified Sales Professionals *Full Time Business Manager *Open 6 Days A Week
6425 Hwy. 97N,VERNON (on top of the Swan Lake Auto Mile)
www.sunshinehonda.ca
250-545-0531
www.swanlakemotor s.com
$
DL #8718
www.swan lakemotors.com
6285 Hwy 97 North Vernon, BC (Across from Squires Pub) DL#30886
250-260-2791 • 1-800-260-SWAN(7926)
B24 Friday, February 17, 2012 - The Morning Star
www.vernonmorningstar.com
CERTIFIED USED VEHICLES 2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS 2.2L, 4 cyl, auto, only 46,000 kms,
2007 SATURN VUE Auto, P/W, P/L, keyless entry, cruise, A/C, XM satellite radio.
A/C, keyless entry, P/W, P/L, tilt
WAS $13,995
• Manufacturer’s warranty • 150 + point inspections • 30-day/2500 km no-hassle exchange privilege • 24-hour roadside assistance
2007 PONTIAC WAVE SE
Stk# P11-854
1.6L engine, 5 speed manual
WAS $11,995
WAS $16,995
Stk# P11-852
2007 CHEVROLET AVEO
4 cyl auto, P/L, P/W, keyless entry, tilt, A/C, cruise.
WAS $9,995
Stk# 11-093B
10,900
14,900
$
Stk# 11-826A
9,370
$
7,500
$
$
2008 GMC SIERRA 1500 CREW CAB 4X4
2011 FORD ESCAPE XLT
6.0L, V8, A/C, alloys, XM radio, bucket seats, CD player, cruise, heated leather seats, Onstar, P/W, P/L, remote start, sunroof, tilt, tow pkg, running boards.
WAS $31,995
Leather, Nav
WAS $26,995
Leather, DVD
28,770
$
Stk# 11-869A
4 cyl, auto, Sirius satellite radio, tilt, P/W, P/L, keyless entry, A/C.
$
Stk# 11-434A
22,998
2011 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE AWD V6, auto, XM satellite radio, P/W, P/L,
2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 5.3L, auto, A/C, keyless entry, Onstar, LT remote start, running boards, tow pkg,
2007 GMC ACADIA SLT AWD
2011 GMC ACADIA SLT AWD
WAS $39,995
tinted glass. WAS $29,995
WAS $30,995
WAS $39,995
keyless entry, remote start, cruise, A/C.
Leather, roof Stk# A11-856
SOLD!
Stk# 11-823A
36,599
$
#1 PLACE TO PURCHASE A VEHICLE
V6, auto, tilt, P/W, P/L, keyless entry, remote start, cruise, XM satellite radio, rear air.
Leather, roof
PLACE TO GET YOUR VEHICLE REPAIRED
Stk# A11-871
28,415
$
#1
Leather, roof
Stk# A11-870
25,595
V6, auto, XM satellite radio, P/W, P/L, keyless entry, remote start, cruise, A/C.
37,829
$
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FOR SALES SATISFACTION IN ALL OF BC
$ FINALIST
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BANNISTER
DL#9133
4703 - 27th Street, Vernon BC
www.bannisters.com
COLLISION & GLASS REPAIR IN VERNON
250-545-0606