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With 40 lab-confirmed cases of H1N1 in the Interior Health region, including one death, those who haven’t done so already are urged to get the flu shot. This year’s surge in severe cases of H1N1 has already claimed 10 lives in Alberta (another Alberta resident died from H5N1, avian flu), and now an Okanagan woman in her 50s has died. The name or location of the woman is not expected to be released, all that is known is she died during the last week of December. The 40 lab-confirmed cases (which represents about a dozen from the Okanagan) is just for the past two weeks and is rising. “The virus is actively circulating right now but we’re not at the peak,” said Dr. Rob Parker, Medical Health Officer. Parker expects it will be another one to two weeks before the influenza season peaks, which gives minimal time to those who haven’t already done so to get the shot (which takes approximately two weeks before it is effective). During a drop-in clinic Thursday, the Vernon Health Unit ran out of the vaccine but is hoping to have new stock for next week’s clinic. Parker said some pharmacies are also running out as approximately 95 per cent of the stocks have been used up. The Vernon Health Unit offers Thursday drop-ins for the flu shot for adults and teenag-

Anastasia Gates gets her flu shot by public health nurse Nicola Shanks Thursday at the Vernon Health Unit. ers from 9 to 11:30 a.m., and for children and their caregivers from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information call the flu line at 250-549-6306. Both a shot and a vapor are available for children. Anastasia Gates and her husband missed the first round of flu clinics this winter, so agreed better be safe than sorry and attended Thursday’s clinic. “We decided we better get one with all the reports on TV,” said Gates, one of several seniors getting the shot Thursday. But according to Parker, this atypical strain appears to be hitting younger generations the hardest.

“We know that seniors would have seen a different strain of H1N1 in the 50s.” — Dr. Rob Parker

“This year it seems to be hitting young adults (20 to 65) and pre-schoolers,” said Parker, adding that those with chronic health conditions are also at increased risk. In fact, he says, it’s seniors who are most

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protected. “We know that seniors would have seen a different strain of H1N1 in the 50s. They are also used to getting the vaccine each year.” The recent death of an Okanagan woman in her 50s shows H1N1 has no age bias. “We can see serious influenza, even in the working population,” said Parker. Those who did receive the H1N1 vaccine in 2009 do have some protection, but that is fading. Therefore those who haven’t already done so are urged to get a new shot. “It’s like not putting on winter tires in the winter, why would you take the risk?”

Crime reduction paying off as RCMP calls down ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

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Capes are in fashion among Vernon Winter Carnival directors. Decked out in capes (including Carnival Cop Ron Morgan), masks and headbands, the Vernon Winter Carnival executive officially launched the countdown to the 54th annual carnival, Feb. 7 to 16, with its theme of Carnival of Superheroes. “It looks like it’s going to be the best carnival we’ve ever had,” said carnival chairperson Calvin Hoy at a media launch and reception Wednesday evening at the Fairfield Inn and Suites. “We continue to have more events, and continue to have better participation by the community and the business community.” Serving as emcee, Hoy introduced the 100-plus sponsors and close to 60 events that will be included in the Vernon Winter Carnival. Representing the city, Mayor Rob Sawatsky told the crowd the Sochi Olympics in Russia – which begin on the same day as Winter Carnival – are trying to compete with carnival. “We all know what a great festival it is for our winter and our community,” said Sawatzky. “Many of you here have been involved for many years, it’s such a great community event.” Returning, popular events back for the 54th carnival include Irish Pub Night, hosted by Vernon band Cod Gone Wild on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Vernon Rec Centre (lead singer Andrew Mercer told the crowd there will be an opening act, yet to be named); Hot Air Balloon Fiesta will feature 15 balloons; and the 44th annual Coca Cola Classic Pee Wee Hockey tournament, Feb. 13-16, which will include eight teams from across Western Canada and Washington state. “Our motto is ‘the stars of tomorrow are here today,’” said tournament chairperson Marty Stein, whose event has been named the carnival’s best youth sporting event the past two years. “We’ve had 100 players from our tournament play at least one game in the NHL.” The Medieval Madness Feast III returns to the All Saints Anglican Church Saturday, Feb. 15, starting at 5 p.m. “We’ll be putting on several levels of combat, singing, dancing and a five-course

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Among the new events is the first Winter Carnival Dodgeball tournament, set for Saturday, Feb. 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Priest Valley Gym. The event will be organized and run by Vernon native Jamie Taverner, who has organized and run dodgeball leagues in Kelowna for the past eight years. “Dodgeball is huge,” said Taverner.

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Lumby Golf Club makes pitch for support Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff

Financial pressures have teed up, leaving a half-century old golf course aiming to land some local support. The Lumby Golf Club, which has been in operation since 1961, is facing declining revenues and increasing expenses, paired with declining membership, as members age. “They’re running into a little bit of trouble with finances,” said Lumby Mayor Kevin

Acton. The club made a case for support from Lumby Monday, and the village is already looking at ways to keep the nine-hole course in operation. Called “Lumby’s best kept secret,” the club is actually situated on municipallyowned land and run strictly by volunteers. With no water on site, the course is made up of sand greens. “It’s pretty unique to B.C., perhaps even Canada,” said Acton.

However many factors are adding up to an uncertain future for the club, including: increased insurance costs, ongoing repairs to machinery and possible replacements needed, increased fuel costs and the need to replace the antiquated clubhouse/shelter which has plastic sheeting for windows, a badly sagging roof and rotting lower portions of the walls. “The club is taking steps to attract new members and to operate as efficiently as possible, but it appears that assistance will

be required in the short term to maintain this local recreational facility,” said club President Dennis Windsor and Vice President Vern Abney in a letter to Lumby. The club has asked the village to consider an annual contribution, inclusion of the club’s insurance under Lumby’s insurance policy for facilities and operation, donation of used mowing and maintenance machinery and provision of timely repair and maintenance of the club’s grass cutting equipment.

Vernon home starts trend upwards Morning Star Staff

Home construction took an upward swing in Vernon in 2013. According to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), there were 165 starts in the Vernon area in 2012 but that number jumped to 194 for 2013. “Both single-detached and multiplefamily starts have trended steadily higher

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It was a hot December housing market in the North Okanagan. Overall sales for December 2013 in the north zone (Predator Ridge to Enderby), rose 58 per cent to 98 units (up from 62 in 2012), according to the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board. Total residential sales for the month improved by 70 per cent over last year with 85 units sold (up from 50). While the 114 new listings taken for the month were up 23.9 per cent from the 2012 level of 92, inventory for December saw a 11.7 per cent drop to 1,668 from 1,889 in 2012. Year-to-date (January through December), activity in this zone remained strong with overall sales improving by 6.4 per cent compared to the same period last year – to 1,555 units valued at $507.3 million from 1,461 at $484.9 million. Total residential sales at year-end rose 6.8 per cent over 2012 (1,397 from 1,308). Compared to last year, single family residential sales were up 2.5 per cent (to 782 units from 763). “The housing market in the Okanagan-Shuswap continued the steady upward trend begun earlier in the year when sales levels were at a cyclical low, and ended 2013 on a fairly strong note with a 13 per cent improvement in overall sales year-to-date compared to 2012,” said Karen Singbeil, OMREB President and Shuswap realtor. OMREB reported a strong finish to 2013 boardwide with December sales activity of all MLS property types up 44 per cent compared to the same month in 2012 – posting the strongest unit sales for the month of December since 2009.

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“We are pleased to have surpassed forecasted expectations for sales growth in year-over-year residential sales for our board area, and experienced moderate to strong gains for various property types in each zone – despite 2013 being the second consecutive year of relatively slow economic growth and moderate consumer confidence in the province,” said Singbeil. “Competitive home sellers appear to be more market conscious and are sharpening their pencils when setting their list price, which has led to more transaction volumes.” The total level of employment has remained unchanged and will likely limit consumer demand to its current pace, perhaps with some moderation over the next quarter, according to OMREB. However, stronger demand in the second half of 2014 should create more balanced market conditions in the Okanagan-Shuswap. Year-to-date, overall sales board-wide improved 12.8 per cent during 2013 compared to 2012 – rising to 6,857 units valued at $2.5 billion from 6,079 at $2.2 billion.

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Just a big kid

rowing up we yearned for it – the independence, the control, the free decision-making of being an adult – but it’s funny how as we age, we often wish we could just be a kid again. Oh how wonderful it would be to just wake up on a Saturday morning and watch cartoons, instead of tending to the endless housework and errands that need doing. Lately, I want nothing more than to just curl up into my mother’s lap and snuggle with her. But for me, that longing belongs to the fact that I can’t do that. I can never again breathe in the scent Jennifer Smith of mom, see her smiling face, taste her home-cooking or feel her soft touch. That’s because my mom passed away just a little more than two months ago, taken far too soon at just 60 years old. Like many who have lost a mother, selfish feelings can overcome us, like that of a toddler wanting to scream out or cry, because our mommy is gone. How unfair it is to no longer have the woman who guided us, protected us and taught us so much? Who will be there to offer their non-judgemental advice during times of turmoil, as she once did? Losing a mother can leave you feeling lost, and it’s not an easy road to travel down. One would think that after two months I may have found some peace, but at times it seems the threads of life are starting to untangle even more. And the roller coaster will only continue. So as I look back on all my own mother was, I often recall her as just a big kid. So happy, optimistic and always full of positive energy. Perhaps it’s age and experience that gave her

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that, but lately I’ve been thinking, why not be a kid again? Of course I’ll still have to tend to the adult responsibilities, but when there’s time, why don’t I watch cartoons on a Saturday morning with my daughter? And why should it stop there? If you’ve ever really stopped to watch a child, biting your tongue against all the nagging, you’ll see that kids are so innocent and full of love. They freely hug each other, make special pictures and cards for people, never judge one another or talk behind each other’s backs. The only upset comes when someone doesn’t get their turn, or doesn’t win. Being adults, we’ve learned to share and take turns, and we know that it’s not about winning, but enjoying the game. So why can’t we love like children do? What happened over the years that killed a lot of our caring nature and has driven us away from our child-like ways? Why can’t we all just be big kids, with really big hearts? I think that does happen when someone passes away. People bond together with love, disregarding their own selfish ways. It shows that if there’s any good that can come from such a loss, it’s having so many come together, dropping their busy lives to show they care (I sure felt it – so much care and kindness from friends, family, co-workers, even some complete strangers). They say a little kindness goes a long way, and it sure does. Because thanks to all that love from others, I’ve managed well through those tough first couple of months. And even recently, when I’ve been feeling a little down, I know that all I have to do is reach out and someone is there to hold my hand. So thank you to all! There’s nothing more uplifting for a person than feeling the love of others. Enough to make you feel like a kid again!

It happens every year about this time – the flu bug hits. It’s nothing new, the flu comes and goes every year. Some of us get it, others avoid it. The only difference is these new strains of influenza are causing concern for a different age group, particularly as deaths occur. It seems in the past, when an elderly person died from the flu it was too often chalked up to old age and possibly not taken as seriously. But now that this strain is hitting younger generations there appears to be more of a panic. “This year it seems to be hitting young adults (20 to 65) and pre-schoolers,” said Dr. Rob Parker, medical health officer with Interior Health Authority. Parker goes on to point out that the recent death in the Okanagan of a woman in her 50s shows that this strain can be serious for the middle-aged, not just seniors. Pre-schoolers are at risk for the simple fact that many of them have never been exposed to H1N1, therefore they have not built up any immunity to it. Perhaps fewer toddlers are getting the flu shot, and immunizations, because more parents are starting to question them? But Dr. Parker also told The Morning Star that the vast majority of parents out there are getting their children immunized. Those who are dead set against the shot will never be swayed, he adds, while others perhaps just don’t have the right information. The flu shot is a killed vaccine, it can’t make you sick. There can be some side effects, but aren’t they better than taking the risk of possible death? Another bonus for parents worried about the pain of a needle for their children – there is actually a vapor (a quick quirt up the nose) for little ones.

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Health care providers come through

s we are seniors, we had some reservations about making our move from Alberta to Vernon, wondering whether we would be able to receive the health care we needed. We were disappointed to find out that we would have to pay health premiums and would no longer have governmentprovided Blue Cross coverage. However we were able to have a very caring, sensitive doctor take us on as patients. He was able to steer me to a cardiologist, here in Vernon, to help me cope with my bouts of atrial fibrillation. Also I was put in touch with a lung specialist in Kelowna to help monitor my COPD. On Dec. 23 my A.Fib. and my COPD both acted up and I decided it would be wise to get immediate help. We keep hearing about the ridiculous

HIGHWAY MARKING I would like to respond to the letter by Roy Bouman with regard to the highway marking signs on Highway 97. Roy is absolutely right when he complains of the woeful state of affairs in the way that our highways are marked for safe passage. If indeed it is a fact that highways are marked for our safety, then a strong case can be made that the Department of Highways is derelict in their duties. I am of the same opinion that highway markings on Highway 97 are almost totally inadequate. They work fairly well in the daylight hours but that is not the case in darkness. That is especially so when you add rain or snow to the driving conditions. And in the winter time, add sand that is often obliterating the lane markers. This becomes an accident waiting to happen – especially for senior drivers whose skills and eyesight may not be up to the challenge of navigating our inadequately marked roads. I took my case to the Department of Highways and received some of the answers Roy is looking for. I don’t think he will be impressed

wait time in emergency, but I was getting medical attention within 20 minutes of arriving. Very quickly, I was given blood tests

with what I was told. The overseers of our highways have determined that reflective lane markers will not work here. Their reasoning is that the sand in the winter will fill up the indentions for the reflective markers, blocking their visibility. While that may be somewhat true, I think they owe it to us to give it a try. It is completely unsatisfactory the way it is now. Another issue I brought up with the highways department was the fact that the paint they are using to mark lanes is in evidence much less than 12 months of the year. So besides the issues raised by Roy, there are no lane markers for at least a portion of the year. That is not the case for all lane markings but it is on corners and hills where drivers tend to stray between lanes. These are the places that the lane markers are needed the most. I was told that the Department of Highways is now using latex paint as opposed to the oil-based paints used previously for lane marking. The reason given was that latex is more environmentally friendly. However, the latex does not

and wheeled into xray so that they could get a handle on what my problem was. This was quickly followed by oral and intravenous medication.

stand the test of time which by provincial and municipal standards appears to be one year. This should obviously get an immediate review. If the reason to put lane markers on our roads is largely a safety factor, then does it hold true that if there are no adequate lane markers, there is a safety issue? An answer to this paint problem is to apply paint twice a year...or... horror of horrors, return to oilbased paints. Whatever the answer is, inaction should not be allowed to be an option. I might add that this is certainly an issue not only on our province’s highways, but also in the City of Vernon. Many crosswalks, lane markers, etc. are almost completely missing from the scene from late winter until painting is done again in the spring. Again, if crosswalk and lane markers are there for safety, the opposite must be true when these are not in place. I would say that we need to make our feelings known to our bureaucratic friends who are making decisions and adopting policies that are completely out of touch with the obvious – and putting us

All this was done by staff who were totally committed to make sure that they did not cause me any discomfort. A doctor came and explained that some of my medication may have been causing some of the problem side-effects. I would need to be monitored for a few days while I received different medication. Even though he could not make it till late in the evening, our family physician, Dr. Screen, was able to take charge. The nurses and other staff at #229 were unbelievable with their patience, consideration, and constant good humour, even though a couple of the patients in the ward were a bit difficult. Thankfully my stay at Vernon Jubilee Hospital was only three days but I came home with a very deep appreciation for the wonderful institution and the health care providers we have caring for us. Frank Gurak

all in harm's way. I would strongly suggest these decision-makers receive a wake-up call. Robert Herringer THE A WORD Most advocates of amalgamation appear to be from the City of Vernon. These people claim that savings will accrue because of the lack of duplication that would result from amalgamation. This assumption of cost savings is not based on any factual information that I have ever seen. This argument cannot be used as a legitimate reason for amalgamation, unless hard evidence can be produced, which is very unlikely to be brought forward. Currently, the areas of Greater Vernon divide up their services and costs between jurisdictions for the benefit of all parties. There is no inefficiency here. The bottom line is: Most residents of the regional district and Coldstream are proud to be part of Greater Vernon, and are happy to participate in the costs and responsibilities that are hopefully fair to all residents. However, they also wish to remain in their own communities,

and participate in a more rural way of life, and be involved in their local government. I would ask that the proponents of amalgamation respect this wish. Neil Woolliams

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Tolko sells Ashcroft plant Morning Star Staff

A review of its product mix has led to the sale of Tolko’s Ashcroft Treating Plant. Tolko Industries Ltd. has signed an Asset Purchase Agreement for the sale of its Ashcroft Treating Plant to Koppers Inc. The decision to sell follows a thorough review of Tolko’s product mix. “Ashcroft has been a strong performer in our asset mix since 2004,” said Brad Thorlakson, president and CEO of Tolko. “However, we have decided to focus our efforts on our wood products and paper operations moving forward.” Thorlakson went on to say, “One of the key reasons Ashcroft has become a successful business is through the contributions of our employees. The Ashcroft team has consistently delivered company leading safety performance and a quality product for our customers.

“One of the main reasons I am so pleased to enter into this agreement with Koppers, is that they share an excellent financial track record, they value employee health and safety, the environment, their local communities, and their ability to deliver innovative solutions for their customers. With these strong principles guiding the company, I feel comfortable in knowing that the Ashcroft team will be in good hands. “With regards to employment, we want to assure our employees at Ashcroft that their employment will continue and the transition will be seamless for all employees.” Tolko is also committed to working with Koppers to ensure a smooth transfer of contracts with suppliers and customers. Ashcroft Treating produces railway ties, bridge timbers and crossing planks and employs approximately 28 people. The acquisition is expected to close within 30 days.

Vipers join hockey with a cause Contact Robert Today 250.545.0711 • Robertr@kidston.ca • www.kidston.ca Offices in Vernon and Lumby

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The Vernon Vipers are ditching their skates for runners as they head to Enderby in a game of good sport. The A.L. Fortune Hockey Academy is taking on the Vernon Vipers in a floor hockey game at A.L. Fortune gym in Five Hole for Food Sunday at the A.L. Fortune gym.

“It’s floor hockey with a cause,” said Alice Hucul, School District 83 communications. “The game, which should be very entertaining, gets under way at 2 p.m. and admission is only a donation to the food bank.” There is also an open house for all interested Grade 7 students at the hockey academy Jan. 24. The open house is for players

interested in finding out what the academy is like. It will consist of a free ice session with skills training, flow drills, and a scrimmage from 1:30 - 3 p.m. in the Enderby arena. All players must be fully dressed in hockey gear to participate. To sign up contact Terry Shykora, the head instructor, at tshykora@sd83.bc.ca or call A.L. Fortune at 250 838-6431 ext 212.

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Storytime schedules are all set for little ones looking for some free, warm winter fun at their local library. “Storytime is a great way to introduce your child to an organized, participatory group setting,” said Michelle Rule, Communications Manager. “Join us for fun with stories, songs, rhymes and puppets.” Winter Storytime at the Lumby branch of the Okanagan Regional Library runs Thursdays at 11 a.m. from Jan. 16 to April 3 for ages two to six. In Lake Country, three to five year olds (and their caregivers) can join Pokey for free stories, action rhymes and more Fridays at 10:15 a.m. until May 2. No storytime Good Friday, April 18. The Lake Country branch also hosts babytimes for newborn to 18-month-olds Tuesdays at 10:10 a.m. until March 11. Armstrong Storytime for Preschoolers begins Jan. 15 and runs until May 7 (no program March 19 and 26) Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Enderby’s Winter Session runs each Saturday at 11 a.m. Jan. 11 to March 29. Enderby also has a Lego Club which is underway Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. during January for six to 12-year-olds. Registration is required for the club, call 250-838-6488 or stop in. Falkland is also playing with Lego. The next Lego Mania Program runs Jan. 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Vernon Library’s Lego club is full, but there are several storytimes to take part in. Preschool Storytime runs Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. starting Jan 13 until May 17. Kids can come dressed for bedtime with their stuffies in tow for PJ Storytime Wednesdays at 7 p.m. starting Jan. 15. Toddlertime resumes Feb. 12, Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Bigger kids can play games on Tuesdays from 3 to 4 p.m. from Jan. 14 to May 13. Vernon is also celebrating Family Literacy Day Saturday, Jan. 25 with an early storytime at 10 a.m., Tumblebooks demonstrations in the morning and afternoon and an Elephant & Piggie Party from 1:302:45 including a black light show and crafts. For more information on any library programs visit orl.bc.ca

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Drums banging, fans screaming, music blaring and two highly athletic teams running their hearts out. It was a high school basketball classic Tuesday night at the gorgeous Panther Pit with VSS hanging on for a drama-jammed 72-71 overtime win over the Fulton Maroons. Officially, it was an exhibition since the Panthers are an AAA school and Fulton plays AA. The players didn’t get the memo as they dove for loose balls and challenged for rebounds like there was cash inside. “The home crowd pushed us over the the top to victory,” said VSS coach Glenn Garvie, following one of the most exciting city senior boys showdowns in decades. “It was a traditional, hardfought game between two arch rivals.” John Garvie drained 20 points for the Cats, while Andy Hladik rung up 19 points and 11 rebounds. Mitchell Pepper sank 13 points, Chris Inscho added 10 and Shelby Hartwig pocketed 15 rebounds. Michael Rouault counted 25 points and 16 boards for the Maroons, while Tye Kitzman and Darrien Broomfield each netted 11. Broomfield bagged a dozen rebounds. “I was obviously dissappointed with the outcome,” said Fulton coach Dale Olson. “We did not shoot the ball well and we turned it over under no pressure. Normally, we will knock down open jumpers and we didn’t do that. “The one thing with this group of guys is that no matter how bad we shoot, they will always compete and never quit. That’s a great quality in a team and it will pay dividends at the end of the year when the chips are on the line. VSS is a good team and it’s nice to have some rivalries back in high school basketball in Vernon. Those types of games make everyone better down the stretch. It was a great atmosphere; we can’t wait for the rematch Feb. 5 at our place.” The Panthers came back down to earth Thursday

morning when they lost 85-71 to the Fleetwood Park Dragons of Surrey at the St. Thomas More Knights Chancellor Tournament in Burnaby. Garvie flushed 19 points, Hladik earned 15 and Hartwig added 13. Meanwhile, VSS grounded Fulton 83-23 in senior girls play Wednesday night. The Cats led 48-5 at the half, getting 19 points from Jordan Korol, who was force in the paint. Anna Rice fired 17 points, including 10 in the first quarter to get VSS going. Kristy Fugel crashed the weakside boards hard to chip in 11 points. AJ Jacura had eight points for the Maroons, who open a three-team home playday at 2 p.m. against the Pleasant Valley Saints. Fulton meets Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops at 7:45 p.m. “This was a tough game for us against a superior VSS team,” said Fulton coach Mike Scheller. “We came out very flat and played our worst quarter of the season to begin the game.” “Sam Orr had a good game for us and her work ethic was impressive. Brittany Aeichele had a good game defensively and secured some good rebounds for us.” In junior boys action Tuesday, the Panthers brushed back Fulton 51-45 behind 11 points from Ben Hladik. Nathan Spark sank nine points for VSS, while Seth Blundell collected eight. Jakob Marshall andCharis Ondrik each had six. Kobe Romanovitch dialed up 22 points for Fulton. “I was very pleased with the composure our team showed against our crosstown rivals,” said Panther coach Mike Sawka. “It was a satisfying win as the team is starting to gel as we head into the heavy part of our season schedule.” The Cats open their Subway Junior Boys Invitational today at 3:30 p.m. against the Rutland Voodoos. Fulton meets the Salmon Arm Golds at 5 p.m. VSS takes on Sa-Hali at 6:30, while Fulton squares off against the South Okanagan Hornets of Oliver at 8 p.m. The final goes Saturday at 3 p.m.

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John Garvie of the VSS Panthers catches some air time defending against Riley Beauchamp of the Fulton Maroons Tuesday night.

New Viper Chanter puts scary seizure behind him GRAEME CORBETT Morning Star Staff

Armstrong’s Dylan Chanter watched the video a couple of times and then filed the startling imagery in the recesses of his memory bank. The footage was of him suffering a two-minute seizure on the ice after he was hurt in an Oct. 12 U.S Hockey League fight with Corey Petrash of the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders. Chanter, then of the Dubuque Fighting Saints, lost his balance and fell backward, hitting his helmetless Dylan Chanter head on the ice and breaking his collar bone, the convulsions following shortly after. “It wasn’t as hard for me as it was for my parents and my

family,” said Chanter, an 18-year-old defenceman who has since made a full recovery. “After it happened, I just tried to have a positive spirit about it. It was a freak accident, something that doesn’t happen every day. I was lucky to come out of it OK and I was back in about four weeks.” The incident made North American headlines and renewed the debate on whether fighting should be a part of hockey. Chanter, who has a handful of BCHL scraps on his resume, believes it still has a place in the sport. In a Nov. 7 interview with USA Today, Chanter joked that the only lasting effect from the injury was on his Twitter account, which rose by more than 400 followers. “It was pretty weird, but now that I’m back on the ice it doesn’t bother me too much,” he said. However, after his return to the Saints’ lineup, Chanter sensed things weren’t working out in Dubuque, where he

registered one goal and one assist, along with 21 penalty minutes, in 14 games. “I want to go to college next year and be ready, and I didn’t feel I was going to be ready if I stayed for the rest of the season there,” said Chanter, who is committed to the NCAA Division 1 New Hampshire Wildcats. Chanter secured his release from the Saints, and that’s when Vernon Vipers’ head coach/GM Jason Williamson came calling. In order to sign Chanter, Williamson first had to secure his BCHL rights by shipping 20-year-old d-man Jason Bird and future considerations to the Merritt Centennials. “Dylan’s a big boy, he skates well and he brings all aspects to our game,” said Williamson, who hopes to have Chanter in the lineup tonight as Vernon hosts the Interiorleading Penticton Vees at Kal Tire Place.

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Curtis Lazar spent a few days in Vernon chilling with his family this week after representing Canada well at the 38th IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships in Sweden. He missed the Edmonton Oil Kings’ 4-2 Western League win over the visiting Kelowna Rockets Wednesday night, but gets back to work tonight in Cranbrook against the Kootenay Ice. While a second straight year without a medal has Hockey Canada calling for a serious look at their overall program, Lazar certainly did his job, ringing up three goals and seven points while being used in crucial situations by coach Brent Sutter. “It was tough losing to Finland (5-1) in the semis but they were the better team that night,” Lazar told The Morning Star. “We couldn’t generate enough offence and as soon as we got some momentum, a penalty seemed to derail that. “Then against Russia (2-1 loss Sunday) in the bronze-medal game, we played a much better game but ran into a hot goalie. I was happy with our game; we just couldn’t buy a goal. Going all that way, putting in all that time and effort and coming back empty-handed stings. The world juniors is extremely tough to win and we learned that the hard way. All the other teams are so skilled you need to bring your best each game and we failed to do that.” Lazar, who turns 19 on Feb. 2, is one of 11 players eligible to play for Canada next year in Montreal and Toronto. He is expected to seriously challenge for a spot with the Ottawa Senators, who drafted him in the first round last summer. “There could be a bunch of guys returning and I could be one of them. It’s good motivation moving forward and the squad next year has a great chance to rebound while doing so on home ice.” Lazar, who has 21 goals and 37 points in just 27 games with Edmonton, was a plus-2 and took just one minor penalty. He was named one of Canada’s three stars of the tournament by management. “I left it all on the ice and I did what I could to represent my country. I really focused in on ‘playing like a Canadian’ which is getting dirty, putting in the work and being willing to sacrifice anything to help the team succeed. “I hit my groove and was able to record seven points which I am proud about. I earned coach Sutter’s trust and found myself on the ice in every situation. Putting on that jersey was an incredible honour and all in all, I enjoyed the experience and had a smile on my face the entire way.” He took the time to write a blog on the Oil Kings’ website, talking some about the Xbox contests during down time. “Our team battles of NHL 14 have gone back and forth, with Taylor Leier and Nic Petan (Portland Winterhawks) probably being the most skilled. Jonathan Drouin and I made a good pair; we had some good chemistry (I thought), but I found myself placed on waivers within a couple days only to be picked up by Josh Morrissey. The games get quite heated as major bragging rights are on the line. I just have fun with it unless I’m playing the Reinhart (Griffin and Sam) brothers ...Those games are must wins.” The 2015 eligible group also includes goalie Zachary Fucale, defencemen Aaron Ekblad, Morrissey and Chris Bigras and forwards Drouin, Frederik Gauthier, Bo Horvat, Connor McDavid, Petan and Sam Reinhart. McDavid is the only guarantee since he won’t be eligible for the NHL draft until June, 2015.

Vernon’s Curtis Lazar, of Team Canada, collides with Russia’s Vadim Khlopotov, right, and Alexei Bereglazov in the World Junior Hockey Championships’ bronzemedal-game Sunday in Sweden. Russia won 2-1.

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The Snakes entertain the Coquitlam Express (18-16-1-3) Saturday night. “He’s a big, nasty defenceman and he’s one more right shot that we were looking for. He’s probably going to be more of a PK and shutdown guy, but he did score three powerplay goals for Merritt last year so he has that ability.” Before Dubuque, the 6-foot-3, 215pound Chanter played two full seasons with Merritt, where he posted 11 goals and 33 points. He is all too familiar with the high-octane Vees. “I had a lot of good matchups with them through my two years in Merritt,” he said. “There’s nothing but excitement for my part. I can’t wait to get out there.” Chanter attended a prospects camp in Vernon at age 14. He said it is an honour to finally pull on a Viper jersey. “It’s my hometown team, essentially. It’s been a lifelong thing to play here, and growing up watching them I never thought I would get the chance to. Now I’ve got that chance and I’m going to make the most of it.” Both the Vees (25-9-2-3) and Vipers (21-11-3-4) have already been active ahead of today’s 8 p.m. BCHL carding deadline (6 p.m. for trades outside the BCHL). In addition to Chanter, Williamson also plucked forward Brett Mulcahy from the Surrey Eagles in exchange for 19-year-old forward Chase McMurphy. While the deadline for player trades is today, Williamson has until the Feb. 10 roster freeze to use up his one remaining card. With one spot available on his 22-man roster, he could add a free agent without having to ship another player out. Ideally, Williamson would like to add a veteran forward, possibly from the WHL. Penticton, meanwhile, added some firepower last weekend with the addition of Eagles’ forward Nicolas Pierog in exchange for forward Anthony Conti and future considerations. Last Friday, Vees’ head coach/GM Fred Harbinson signed WHL free agent Erik Benoit. “Two teams that are big rivals and have made some huge acquisitions to go headto-head,” said Williamson. “Penticton’s had a lot of success of late so we’ve got to make sure we’re up for it.” On Pierog, Harbinson said: “Nic played a big part in stopping us short of repeating as Fred Page Cup champions last spring. The addition of Nic not only adds scoring to our lineup but he also

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Defenceman Dylan Chanter (middle) celebrates with teammates Riley Guenther (left) and captain Ryan Renz after burying a beauty one-timer during a one-touch scrimmage at Vernon Vipers’ practice Wednesday at Kal Tire Place. Vernon hosts Penticton tonight (7 p.m.). gives us much needed size at the centre position.” Other BCHL pre-deadline transactions involving Interior teams included: the Salmon Arm SilverBacks sending Mark Whiteley (93) (D) to Coquitlam in exchange for future considerations; Trail Smoke Eaters sending Travis Stephens (93) (F) to the Victoria Grizzlies for future considerations; Smoke Eaters acquired Zane Shartz (94) (F) from the West Kelowna Warriors for Braden Pears (93) (D) and future considerations; West Kelowna Warriors acquired Nathan Craft (94) (F) from the Langley Rivermen for future considerations; Penticton sent Brendan Lamont (94) (F) to Coquitlam for Michael Rebry (93) (F). Meanwhile, the SilverBacks plucked

the KIJHL scoring leader Nick Josephs from Kelowna Chiefs Thursday. Josephs, who attended the Vipers’ main camp, recorded 37-38-75 in just 33 games with the Chiefs. SNAKE BITES: Ex-Viper Adam Tambellini, who was traded to Surrey at last year’s deadline, has decommitted from the University of North Dakota just 16 games into his freshman year. The 18-year-old forward scored in his WHL debut Wednesday night at the Calgary Hitmen rallied to upend the host Saskatoon Blades 6-4. Calgary acquired Tambellini’s WHL rights earlier that day from the Portland Winterhawks for a first-round pick in the Bantam draft. Tambellini, a New York Rangers draft, had 2-2-4 with UND.

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Sharks cruise into Ice Breaker tourney Tanner Franje Gilbert (2), Matthew Yaremcio and d-man Jordan Romailler completed the Lumby attack. Atom call-up Linden Catt and Romailler nicely combined to set up Kineshanko’s fourth snipe. Kineshanko got the hat trick on a deflected shot by forward Morgan Holland, fed by Vanessa Yaremcio, to end the second period. Liam Macleod, Romailler, Vanessa Yaremcio and Gilbert all played marvellous defence in front of acrobatic goaltender Josh Litven. The Lakeside Printing Blackhawks moved to 8-3-1 for a share of first place in the Atom league with Revelstoke Grizzlies by blitzing the Winfield McDonald’s #2 Bruins 7-0 and zapping the Winfield #1 Bruins 7-2 in road games. Ronan Bedard (3), Alan Lewis (2), Tyler Kruysifix and Connor Cecchini handled the Lakeside offence Saturday morning, while Kruysifix (2), Bedard, Arianna Kositsin, Hunter Whiting, Rylan Petty and Lewis supplied snipes Sunday. Jakob Aeichele was solid in net. In other Atom action, the M&K ReadyMix Rockets bowed 5-1 to the Revelstoke Grizzlies Saturday afternoon with Riley Kimble (Golden Moment MVP) taking a beautiful feed from Nolan Thomas for the M&K snipe. Austin Siebel was amazing in goal, making some bold Hollywood glove saves. Recently acquired Scotty Hoffman, back in town after a year surfing in Australia, showed his speed and versatility getting through the Grizzly dee and ringing the post twice. Brody Wright wired a pass through two defenders to a wide open David Ivanoff (Junior Viper MVP), who missed what would have been his first ever goal by two inches. Bradley Halvorson was solid on dee, while Dylan Wapple battled hard for pucks along the boards and made some great breakout passes. The Summit Financial Atom/Pee Wee Female Lakers lost 17-3 to Winfield Saturday morning. Josey Nerling scored twice and Camryn Beacom notched her first goal of the season. Robyn Alexis played solid dee in front of Shelby Richard, who made some great saves in her season debut as goalie. Freya HalePearson earned the gold jersey for her hard work. The Lakers then bowed 8-0 to North Okanagan Sunday in Enderby with Paige Brayshaw solid in net and Vanessa Kerr and Robyn Alexis providing stellar defence. Newbie imports Abby and Brooke Lawlor provided solid efforts as well with Brooke earning the gold jersey.

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Centre Nick Mitchell scored four times as the Corbett Office Plus Sharks smothered DCT Chambers Marauders 8-3 in North Okanagan Bantam Super Hockey League action Saturday at Priest Valley Arena. Sean Howard added 1+2, while other Shark goals came from Brennan Schwark, Troy Main and Brandon Lehoux. Seb Wenger pocketed three assists and d-man Tyson Sampert had two. Tyler Riva and Rhys Larsen split the netminding as the first-place Sharks went to 10-0. Hedley Larsen’s Sharks open the 10-team Vernon Ice Breaker today at 4 p.m. against the West Kelowna Warriors (Civic Arena). Josh Bridge, Landon Currie and Sam Frisby replied for the Marauders, who meet the Nakusp Falcons at 6 p.m. (Civic). Sam Knox made 42 saves to keep the score out of double figures. Currie, meanwhile, introduced himself in a big way to the Winfield Bruins Sunday morning. The Marauders’ power forward scored all five goals in a 5-3 DCT victory over the second-place Bruins at Civic. Currie, who missed the first meeting of the season between the two teams in November (a 6-5 Bruins’ home win), scored twice unassisted, while linemates Zach Agar and Cole Martin chipped in helpers on the other three markers for the 7-5-1 Marauders. Marauders’ goalie Noah Foufoulas was solid, making a number of key stops, including a first-period penalty shot when he thwarted Keilan Cutting with his right pad on a forehand deke. The Five Star Awards Cougars extended their winning streak to four games as they smothered the Salmon Arm Lumberjacks 8-0 Sunday in Sicamous. Graham Moss fired up the Cougars when he buried a rocket in the first period. D-man Jacob Soucy fought hard to keep the puck in the offensive zone and fed Darius Stone, whose slap shot was converted by Chris Moore (2+1). Soucy, pinching in from the point, and Moore, picked up assists as Talon Williams pounced on a rebound, putting the 8-3-1 Cougars up 3-0. Moore battled along the boards and the slot for the next snipe. Nick Mann supplied his sixth goal in four games with a beauty shot on the powerplay. Moss and Maguire Dickinson were a deadly duo weaving the pucks in and around the Lumberjacks, capitalizing when Moss fed Dickinson for a gorgeous shorthanded snipe. Reece Schroeder and Kaylan Lawrence scored the next two, with assists to Travis Aeichele and Stone. It was Reece Hawthorne’s second straight shutout.

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Vernon DCT Chambers Marauders’ defenceman Adam Raber (centre) jostles with Winfield Bruins’ forward Saul Rosal in front of Marauders goalie Noah Foufoulas during the Marauders' 5-3 North Okanagan Bantam House Super League hockey victory Sunday morning at the Civic Arena. Brendan Horsfield had 2+1 as the Interior Savings Giant iced the North Okanagan Knights 5-1 Saturday at Civic. Jed Halvorson, Ryan Jakes and Tyler Semeniuk produced singles for the Giants (8-5). Devon Rempel replied for the 1-12 Knights. The Bannister GM Heat started off the new year by tying Salmon Arm 5-5 in a Saturday Pee Wee thriller at Civic. Hard-working Jaden Stone made it 2-2 with a bullet top shelf, assisted by linemates Brandon Dyck and Ethen Vryenhoek-Frank. The Heat fell behind in the third but Jaxxen Collard levelled things on a shot from inside the blueline. Collard then scored on a rebound with assists from Shaelyn Cecchini and captain Jacob Baycroft, and 30 seconds later, Collard completed the hat trick. Goalie Aiden Spraggs made several huge stops in the final minutes. The Heat (6-3-2) followed with a 13-3 destruction of the host Winfield Bruins Sunday. Ben Reinhardt pulled the hat trick, while Will Higgins-Wilson pocketed a pair. Dyck scored his first of the season, while Marlea Best anchored a dynamic defence. D-man Kevin Morgan collected 4+4 as Billy D’s Family Restaurant Xplosion bounced

Butcher Boys Raptors 13-4 Sunday morning at Civic. The Xplosion (4-5-3) rebounded from a 7-2 loss the day before to the league-leading North Okanagan #1 Knights (9-1-1). Morgan scored three times on solo rushes, while the line of Dawson Martian (2+3), Quin Williamson (3+1) and Noah Clarke (3+1) combined for 13 points. Jacob Brewer, Derek Pereboom Caleb James and Ethan Schiman replied for the Raptors. Said Xplosion coach Dan Wilson: “We were on a three-game losing skid and our goalie, Eric Foufoulas, made a pre-game speech urging his teammates to pass more around the other team’s net. The team went out and did it and Foufoulas was solid in net to earn the victory.” The Xplosion got into penalty trouble and fell behind early to the Knights, who got 4+2 from centre Nick Walker and singles from Carter Hittinger, Rhys Smith and Brett Harder in front of a sharp Wyatt Fowler. The second-place Lumby Green Velvet Lawn and Tree Care and Kineshanko Logging Ltd. Stars started the new year with a 9-2 win over Salmon Arm Askew’s Foods Sunday morning at Pat Duke Memorial Arena. The Stars (8-1-2) were led by captain Tage Kineshanko, who erupted for five goals.

Keryluke clutch as Coyotes clip Winterhawks Continued from A20

Winterhawks’ coach Curtis Petersen was impressed with the total team effort as the defence of Leland Riguedell, Tyler Yule, Layk Petersen and Darnell Hauca worked hard to keep Salmon Arm on the outside. Corey Lehoux and Annis were stellar with Lehoux earning a first-half shutout. Aaron Keryluke pulled the hat trick as the Coyotes (12-0-1) stuffed the Winterhawks 9-4 Saturday night at Civic. Adam Roemer, Brett Lambert, Jeremy Pogue, Cole Bradley, Brett Shaigec and Nik Wasylyk had the other Coyote snipes.

D-man Tyler Yule, Richard Thompson, Ferguson and Stead replied for the Hawks (3-8-4). The Coyotes brushed back the Vernon Authentic Trophy & Plaque Autobots 4-3 Sunday night at Priest Valley Arena. Austin Derkach (2), Keryluke and Shaigec supplied goals for Nedco, who got two assists from Wasylyk. Jene Desjarlais, Kristian Currie and Brock Wagner, with a shorthanded tally with 1:42 left, answered for the Autobots (4-5-3). Birthday boy Wagner and goalie-

turned-forward Rowan Wood each scored four times as the visiting Autobots gonged the winless Winfield Bruins 10-0 Saturday. Dominic Loosli and Max Mitchell added singles in front of Jared Larsen. Isaiah Wenger and Desjarlais each pocketed a pair of helpers. The third-place Seed Orchard Snakes got two goals from Chris Gallant in a 7-1 bouncing of the host Bruins Sunday. Landon Munk, Ryan Buick, Nikolai Negraiff, Adam Fenske and Liam Semeniuk provided singles in front of Billy Cawthorn. The Snakes are 7-3-1.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Question certain emotional issues before it is too late. You must stay on top of any situation that could alter your financial future. Problems with institutions or agencies can be expected. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Do something nice for someone. Your generous deed will help your reputation. A life change will help you pursue more options. Favors will be granted and support will be offered. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Don’t worry about ticklish matters; take the initiative and do whatever has to be done to stake your claim. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) The more you discuss your plans, the closer you will be to achieving them. Setting your course of action is a good place to begin. Honesty will pay off.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Rest, relaxation and a little pampering will be good for you. Include someone special in your leisure plans, and you will make an impression. Love is highlighted. Enjoy the moment. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) You’ll face opposition, and you should avoid situations that are demanding, overbearing, aggressive or excessive. Protect your home, your assets and your emotional, financial and physical well-being. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Speak up. Don’t let anyone push you around. Focus on your beliefs and concerns in order to open up a way to fix an intolerable situation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Don’t gamble with money, love or your health. Protect what you have, making whatever changes are necessary to ensure your safety and happiness. Proceed with caution.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Secrets must be kept if you want to prosper. Money matters will develop, and the information you have will require discretion. Love is prominent, but don’t mix business with pleasure.

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ONE SUIT GOOD; SECOND SUIT BETTER When you have a long, strong suit that is not completely solid, do not immediately assume it must be trumps. Maybe partner has some length that makes a different suit a better choice. In this deal, North immediately imagines that six or seven hearts will be right, depending on whether partner has the club ace or not. And some players would open four no-trump to find that out immediately. Here, North would end in seven hearts. But what opening lead defeats that contract? A more circumspect North opens two clubs and rebids two hearts over South’s two-diamond negative reply.

Then, when South rebids two spades, which guarantees at least a five-card suit and some values, North sees that spades look better than hearts. He launches into Blackwood before bidding seven spades. West leads the club king against the spade grand slam. South wins with his ace and, believing that there are no problems, plays a spade to dummy’s queen. When East discards a club (not a diamond!), South has to rethink. How should he continue? South must get back to his hand to finesse West out of the spade jack. Declarer cashes dummy’s heart ace, ruffs a heart in his hand, leads a spade to dummy’s 10, draws West’s last two

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B.C.’s Coastal First Nations were quick to endorse a new U.S. study of the value of bear viewing in their traditional territories. Kitasoo/Xai’xais councillor Doug Neasloss said the study by the Washington D.C.-based Centre for Responsible Travel supports what the northwest coast aboriginal communities have been saying for years: “Bears are worth more alive than they are dead.” The study calculated that in 2012, bear viewing in what is now popularly known as the Great Bear Rainforest generated 12 times the visitor revenue as bear hunting. It counts 510 people employed in bear viewing companies compared to 12 jobs in guided hunting. The study is the latest salvo in a battle over trophy hunting in B.C. In November the province proposed to expand its traditional grizzly hunt to include Cariboo and Kootenay regions that were previously closed due to population concerns. The Coastal First Nations, which includes

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The B.C. housing market will see slow but steady growth over the next three years, according to a forecast by Central 1 Credit Union. The trade association for B.C. and Ontario credit unions predicts the number of sales will rise about seven per cent to 72,500 in 2014, and reach 84,000 by 2016. The median resale price is forecast to increase 1.5 per cent in 2014, 2.5 per cent in 2015 and three per cent in 2016. New home sales are expected to rebound by about 30 per cent in 2014, but remain at a low level of 15,500 units sold, said Central 1 economist Brian Yu. New construction in the Lower Mainland Southwest region is expected to decline slightly due to high inventory, while housing starts are forecast to rise in most other areas of the province.

Haida, Heiltsuk and seven other North Coast communities, has asserted its unresolved treaty rights in logging and pipeline protests as well as bear hunting. In 2012 the group announced a ban on trophy hunting for bears in its territories. The province has continued to issue “harvesting” permits, including one well-publicized trophy shot by NHL player Clayton Stoner in May 2013, who took only the head and paws. The U.S. study, funded by Tides Canada and Nature Conservancy USA, suggested B.C. has overstated the value of its guide-outfitter business to remote economies. The province tracks wildlife populations and records human-related deaths, including vehicle accidents and “conflict kills,” where ranchers or conservation officers shoot bears to protect homes or livestock. The U.S. study reports that there were 74 grizzly hunters from outside B.C. in 2012, 80 per cent of them from the U.S. From 1976 to 2009 the province issued hunting permits for an average of 297 grizzly bears a year.

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Students get in on the act to direct Curtain opens at Seaton’s 27th Street Theatre to four one-act plays Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff

Four W.L. Seaton Secondary students are exploring their inner Mike Nichols and Phyllida Lloyd by learning what it’s like to direct for the stage. And as they will tell you, it ain’t easy, but it’s worth every movement, quizzical eye and question from their fellow student cast and crew. There is plenty of that going around as the students get ready to stage their respective one-acts. Not only are the student directors, all in Grade 12, giving directions from the proverbial director’s chair, with help from their producer, drama teacher Lana O’Brien, they are the ones who chose the scripts to stage. From an artist seeking a masterpiece, to an actor’s worst nightmare, to an unsung tragedy, to the antics of high schoolers trying to survive, this year’s plays offer a spectrum of topics, and in one case, colours. “It’s been crazy to squeeze time in for rehearsals,” said Sheldon Graham, who should know, as he starred as the lead in Seaton’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat last year. This time he is directing Masterpiece, written by Nathan Metcalf. “Mine is the last play to be shown of the four, so it’s been hard to find a one-act that ties up the loose ends of the story,” he said. “The plays are all different from each other,” added Justin Kopy, who appeared as the Pharaoh in Joseph and has been in a number of plays at Powerhouse Theatre. He’s directing Christopher Durang’s The Actor’s Nightmare.

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Kuiko Natoya (back, from left), Katrina Pleasance, Taylor Archer, Sam Eddy, Ashley Butters and Anyssa-Lynn Fletcher watch as Brandon de Jong (sitting, left), and the Artist, Lena Deschner, create art in Masterpiece, one of the student directed one-act plays showing at W.L. Seaton Secondary’s 27th Street Theatre Jan. 15 to 18. “I looked a long time online for mine and discovered it when I looked through Powerhouse’s records. It was staged there a few years ago and I thought it would be powerful to do,” he said. The play is about an actor who wakes up from a nightmare to find he is on the stage and is forced to act in four separate plays. Problem is he doesn’t know his lines, or whether he is still dreaming. Masterpiece also plays on reality. It is about a female artist who goes on a journey

to find her masterpiece. “Each character is a colour... It’s very real and surreal in some aspects,” said Graham, who initially set off to direct a comedy. “I found something completely different that to me was not expected. It’s voyaging into this new world of directing and ideas.” Michelle Shaver’s chosen play fills in that comedic role. Her’s is the funny, satirical and descriptively titled, How to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying, by Jonathan Rand.

“The title stood out to me. It’s fun, vibrant and very funny,” said Shaver. The play follows three seniors who are doing a presentation on, what else, how to succeed in high school... Meanwhile, Shaver is learning how to micro-manage a big cast. “We have the help of several other high school students who are acting out the points,” she said. Fellow director Emma Dorval is helming Tuna Fish Eulogy by Canadian playwright Lindsay Price. The play follows a dead boy who gathers his mother, baby-sitter and grandmother to talk about his death, while another actor mediates, playing numerous roles. “It is more along a tragedy with surreal lines,” said Dorval, who is a singer as well as a musician. She was drawn to the script as it is formatted like a piece of music. “It is written in four columns and the actors speak their lines on top of each other, much like music does. It’s especially tough because if one screws up, then everyone screws up,” she said. “I was also drawn to it because I am fond of Canadian compositions.” Assisting with the production as stage manager and assistant producer is Emily Burke, who is in the school’s theatre department as a full-time student. Burke is interested in pursuing a career as a TV floor manager, a person who ensures that sets, props and technical equipment are safe, ready to use and in the right position prior to filming, and is getting experience by helping out in the theatre, said O’Brien. All four one-acts will be shown one after the other at Seaton’s 27th Street Theatre from Wednesday Jan. 15 to Friday, Jan. 18. Curtain is at 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $10 and can be reserved by calling the school’s office at 250542-3361.

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea like you’ve never seen before Morning Star Staff

Last year, it was life-size, glow-in-the dark puppets telling the story of The Ugly Duckling, courtesy of Lightwire Theater out of New Orleans, that amazed kids of all ages. The fun continues when Portlandbased puppet theatre company Tears of Joy Theatre comes to Vernon with a steampunk version of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Children of all ages will be holding their breath as they submerge themselves in the underwater adventure at the Vernon

Performing Arts Centre’s next kids series show, Jan. 26. Based on the Jules Verne classic, the production is said to feature some of the most exciting scenes from the book, combined with humour and the science and technology imagined by Verne. The show features two very enthusiastic Verne fans, who tell the story of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea like it’s never been told before, said Tears of Joy artistic director Nancy Aldrich. “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is one

of the most exciting productions we’ve ever built,” she said. “Captain Nemo and Professor Aronnax visit Antarctica, witness amazing sea life, survive an attack from a giant squid, and discover the lost city of Atlantis.” Aesthetically, designer Jason Miranda has embraced the steampunk genre (described in the Urban dictionary as “a subgenre of speculative fiction, usually set in an anachronistic Victorian or quasiVictorian alternate history setting.”)

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Portand’s Tears of Joy Theatre offers squid bait to families when it brings 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Jan. 26.

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ordan Belfort (Leonardo DiCaprio) is a stockbroker who made a fortune selling worthless penny stocks and lived the high life all through the ‘90s, until being busted by the FBI and sent to jail. Based on his autobioTaylor and Howe graphical book of the same name, The Wolf of Wall Street is a tale of greed, corruption, drugs, sex, power and crime. We say, “It’s hilarious and horrifying.” HOWE: In the last week we have seen two movies filmed in a very similar style: American Hustle and now The Wolf of Wall Street. For the life of me I can’t decide which is the better of the two. From the opening scene of Belfort (DiCaprio) driving in his Lamborghini Countach to him giving his speech at the end, it had me hooked. Three hours just flew past. TAYLOR: Last week we reviewed American Hustle, which many people thought reminded them of a Scorsese movie. The Wolf of Wall Street is a Scorsese film. I enjoyed the film. It is a story of excess and becomes a relentless rocket ride of debauchery. It is the most restricted movie I’ve seen in a long time, with blatant, blunt speech and scenes. These characters, led by Belfort, are drug-crazed

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Donnie Azoff (Jonah Hill) and Leonardo DiCaprio are two wild and crazy guys in The Wolf of Wall Street. sex maniacs that don’t take a break for work. In fact, their lifestyles become a requirement for employment. As such, the story flip flops between being funny and sad, as Belfort acts out in drugcrazed stupors and slowly degenerates into the normal, albeit well dressed, addict with the usual problems affecting his health, work and life. HOWE: Even though DiCaprio is the main lead role in this, I thought it was Donnie Azoff (Jonah Hill), who to me anyway, stole all the scenes he was in. With his fake, superwhite teeth, horn- rimmed glasses and jumper over the shoulders he seemed to be an infectious person you would want to have around you. It was at his scenes that I found myself laughing the hardest. TAYLOR: DiCaprio is a fine actor, not the type of actor that disappears into roles, like Christian Bale or

Gary Oldman, but more than just a movie star, to be sure. Despite fine performances all around, The Wolf of Wall Street, as a whole, is not breaking any new ground. In fact, it’s actually kind of a lazy movie. Not only does Belfort narrate the entire film, he addresses the audience directly and then, in the interest of “moving the story along,” he starts skipping details, sardonically. So in actuality, what we have here is a film, taken verbatim from the novel, explained to us like we are children, where every glorious and horrible detail are enacted. It could have very easily been just as effective with 40 minutes less movie. However, the story is so interesting and titillating that the filmmaking being unimaginative, or uninventive doesn’t render The Wolf of Wall Street into an unwatchable movie, but I do have to dock points

because frankly, I expect more from Mr. Scorsese. HOWE: Like I said earlier, I couldn’t decide which is the better of the two films. So if you have the time to watch both, I would highly recommend seeing both of them. They are well worth it. — Howe gives The Wolf of Wall Street 4.5 lemons out of 5. —Taylor gives it 3.5 sex scenes out of every 5. The film is currently showing at the Galaxy Cinemas in Vernon.

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inger/songwriter Rosanne Cash’s 13th album, The River and The Thread, is a soulful recording devoted to southern-style Americana. Written with producer/instrumentalist John Leventhal, Cash’s recording is casual and luminous but it’s heavy on the easy-flowing backwoods vibe. Cash plays heavily on her southern heritage

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to a hazy, melodramatic effect on A Feather’s Not a Bird, a perfect opening track that sets up the mood for the album.

It’s a deep, vibratoladen travelogue with Cash name checking Memphis and Arkansas in her offhand manner. That theme recurs all through the recording. Her darkly tinged voice has hints of the melodrama that informed dad Johnny Cash’s vocal. She never pushes it but that’s the draw of the music. Her take on the country sound leans on Americana and has a moody, southern-gothic

filtered lens. Modern Blue is an example of the type of sound that Cash has been mining for years. Melodic and effortlessly flowing, it’s another take on the world-weary traveller that she identifies with and sings convincingly about. She’s got the background and shows it. Unfortunately the song finishes far too early. All the songs on The River and The Thread are of classic length – they’re short (under four minutes) but have an unforced narrative and lulling quality. As a singer/songwriter, Cash never wastes a note or overplays a pat-

tern but she brings on the air of mystery that still clings to the older styles of mountain ballads and country-folk standards. The Long Way Home and World of Strange Design are representative of her songwriting style: brief, visual songs moved by a slinky undertow. She folkifies that feeling on 50,000 Watts, a gospel-friendly track that recalls the groove of The Band. Cash is a singer who doesn’t waste notes; every song is succinct and spins webs of mood effortlessly. This is a return to a time when albums were lean and full of purpose.

Puppets make impression Continued from B1

Miranda’s designs, including the Nautilus and the puppet costumes, show prominent gears and mechanisms. “Tears of Joy Theatre has always been great at showing how things work,” said Miranda. “The puppeteers are thrilled to show you how they operate the sets and puppets. It encourages learning and discovery. You’re seeing what makes it move.” Tears of Joy Theatre is recognized as one of North America’s outstanding puppet theatres, known internationally for its innovation and excellence. They received a Washington State Governor’s Arts Award and a Young Audiences Sunburst Award for “exemplary commitment to arts in education.” Four of the theatre’s productions have received American puppetry’s highest honour, The Citation of Excellence in the Art of Puppetry, from UNIMAUSA. Portland Magazine named Tears of Joy Theatre Best Kids Theatre – 2012. This all-new production was written by Jon Ludwig, artistic director of the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, and has been directed by Aldrich, designed by Miranda and features original music by Richard Emmet, former assistant to Frank Zappa. Tickets for 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea are $12 each and can be purchased through the Ticket Seller box office at 250-549-7469 or online at www.ticketseller.ca.

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CHERRYvILLE ARTISANS SHOP 1187 Hwy. 6, Cherryville, 5470020. The shop is filled with beautifully handcrafted fine arts and crafts, including glass art, fused, blown and flame worked, steel sculptures, painting, pottery, jewelry, weaving, photography, soaps, candles and home ware. Open by appointment during the winter months. Call (250) 547-2070. COuRTYARD GALLERY Suite 104-907 Belvedere St. Enderby. Associate Members Show, featuring work by close to 50 members who support the gallery, runs from now to Feb. 15. Official opening is Thursday, Jan. 16, with an all-day reception from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with refreshments. FOR YOuR EYES ONLY GIFT GALLERY 2855 Moray St., Armstrong, 250-309-3364. The gallery celebrates its second anniversary, featuring new artist Jolene Mackie, as well as works by Jamie Frazer and Francis Hatfield, artistic fabric woolens carvings by Bert George and more. GALLERY ODIN 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain, 503-0822. The 2013-14 winter exhibition features the work of Glenn Clark, Destanne Norris and Barry Rafuse among other acclaimed Okanagan and B.C. artists. Winter season hours are Wednesday and Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m., or call for an appointment. GALLERY vERTIGO Suite 1 - 3001 31st St. Vernon, 503-2297. The annual SD 22 secondary student art exhibition opens Saturday. Students from across the community are displaying art pieces on this year’s theme: Line — An Element of Design. Also opening is Kara Barkved’s new series of abstracts of line, form and colour in the Members Gallery. Reception is Thursday, Jan. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. Shows run to Feb. 7. kISSIkOw STuDIO/GALLERY 3502-17th Ave. Vernon, 250-5403626. The new gallery is now open on Mission Hill for public viewing by appointment; works by Beryl and Doreen Beaupre. For more info visit kissikow.com. LAkE COuNTRY ART GALLERY 10356A Bottom Wood Lake Rd. 250-766-1299. Two companion exhibitions: Gone - a collaboration between artist Jane Everett and poet Anne Simpson, and Compelled Towards Light by Pippa Dean-Veerman, continues to Feb. 14. NADINE’S FINE ART & FRAMES 3101B 31st Ave. 542-8544. Ninth annual winter show, featuring local, well-known artists and all original art. Gallery is open daily and Sundays by appointment. ROGERS GALLERY Rogers Bulk Food Store, 4420 Larkin Cross Rd. Armstrong, 1-800-356-8735. Enjoy local artwork in Rogers’ winter show, running until Feb. 15. Showcasing “Ferry Art” from Christine Rawcliffe of Cherryville. Also Sheila Tansey from Lake Country shares her inspiring acrylic stories. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. vERNON PuBLIC ART GALLERY 3228 31st. Ave., 545-3173. Four new exhibitions: Embodiment, group exhibition featuring sketches and drawings produced by artists from VPAG live model drawing sessions; Thrown, baseball-inspired prints by Vernon’s Christine Kashuba; Stories and Dreams by Vernon’s Paula Scott, investigating identity politics in narrative-driven painting; and dis/Order, produced by Salmon Arm’s Amy Modahl, a text-based conceptual inquiry into the relationships of linguistics and the visual arts. Reception is Thursday, Jan. 16, 6 to 8 p.m. Exhibitions run to March 13. vILLAGE GALLERY 1961 Vernon St., (Highway 6) Lumby, 778473-3029. Winter hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The gallery is operated by the Lumby Arts Co-op, which displays the work of over 20 artists from the area. The gallery displays work in a variety of media including paint, pottery, jewelry, ceramics, wood, leather and fabric.

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OkANAGAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents its third Masterworks concert with Romance in Vienna, Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. in the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Features four alumni from UBC’s Opera Ensemble and music of the Strauss dynasty and contemporaries, romantic and comical arias, carefree polkas and swirling waltzes. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www. ticketseller.ca.

vERNON FILM SOCIETY All films screen at the Vernon Towne Cinema on 30th Avenue. The winter schedule continues Jan. 20 with the Coen Brothers’ Inside Llewyn Davis, a look at the life of a struggling Greenwich Village folk singer-songwriter in the early ‘60s. Winner of the Grand Prix at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. Shows at 5:15 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Tickets are $7 each, available one week in advance at the Bean Scene and theatre.

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Vernon-based artist Paula Scott shows this painting as part of her exhibition titled Stories and Dreams, which investigates identity politics in narrative-driven painting, at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Scott’s work, along with that of Salmon Arm artist Amy Modahl, Vernon’s Christine Kashuba, and the artists from the live model drawing sessions at the VPAG, opens with a reception at the gallery Thursday, Jan. 16. Admission is by donation. ROYAL wOOD The Vernon Performing Arts Centre presents its first on-stage concert, where the audience will be on stage with Juno nominated singer-songwriter Royal Wood, Jan. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Limited seating is available for this intimate concert experience. All seats are $25 each and are on sale now through the Ticket Seller box office by calling 549-7469 or logging online to www.ticketseller.ca. THE OLD TROuT PuPPET wORkSHOP Alberta puppet company (The Erotic Anguish of Don Juan, Famous Puppet Death Scenes) returns to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre with its new production, Ignorance, Jan. 24 at 8 p.m. This is puppet theatre for adults and contains some mature content. Tickets are $40/adult, $37/senior, $35/student at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. ROBBIE BuRNS DINNER hosted by the Kalamalka Highlanders Pipe Band and the Arran Campbell Memorial Youth Pipe Band, Jan. 25 at the Vernon Recreation Centre. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Haggis to be piped in with dinner at 6:15 p.m. Entertainment includes toasts to the bard and the ladies, other Scottish presentations, pipe band performances and Highland dancers. The evening will finish with everyone joining in with Scottish Country Dancers (lessons included.) Tickets are $37/adult, $20/12 and under at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. ROBBIE BuRNS SuPPER AND CEILIDH On Jan. 25, the Kingfisher Hall will vibrate with the sound of bagpipes at the 19th annual Robbie Burns Supper. This unique event celebrates Scottish/ Canadian culture with bagpipes, live music, country dances, food, drink and poetry. Hosts for the entertainment are One Camel Short, with special guest Jean Brighouse. Doors open at 5:30. The haggis will be piped in at 6:30. Tickets at Tony O’s in Enderby and Ashton Creek Store. Adults/$10; Family/$25. Bring a salad or dessert. Kingfisher Hall is 33 kilometres east of Enderby.

ARMSTRONG HOTEL 2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd. 250-546-6642. Jam nights every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8 p.m. Come on down for good times, fun and some laughs. ARMSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. Open mic is every Friday starting at 8:30 p.m. Hosted by Kim and Kaila Sinclair, first time performers are always welcome. To get e-mail updates send an e-mail to kimsin@telus.net. Karaoke is every Saturday night at 8 p.m. BLuEGRASS NIGHT Vernon Community Arts Centre (in Polson Park) every second Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9:30 p.m. All stringed acoustic instruments welcome, or just come and sing along. Books provided if required. Drop in $4 at the door. Call Sid for more info at 250-549-1024. BLuE Ox PuB Hwy 6 Lumby. Fifth annual Friday Night Jam, hosted by The Mabel Lickers Band, happens every Friday at 9 p.m. Jamming starts around 10 p.m., so get ready for some good music and fun times. BRANDING IRON PuB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 546-0044. Karaoke is on tonight, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. COLDSTREAM COFFEE HOuSE Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall, 9909 Kalamalka Lake Rd. Family friendly acoustic-style coffee house takes place the third Saturday of the month. This month’s featured guests are Andrew and Zachari Smith. Those wanting to participate in the open mic can sign up at the door, which opens at 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. $5 at the door. Concession available. EAGLES HALL 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke with Brenda is every Friday starting at 8 p.m. FOLk & FAvOuRITE NIGHT Fourth Wednesday of the month at the Vernon Community Arts Centre (in Polson Park) 7 to 9:30 p.m. All stringed acoustic instruments are welcome. Or just come and sing along. Books are provided if required. Drop in $4 at the door. Call Sid for more info at 250-549-1024. FORTuNES LANDING/HOwARD JOHNSON 1510 George St. Enderby, 838-6825. Jacquelyn-Rose Jan. 18 from 8 to 11 p.m. Tone up your vocals and sing along. THE GREEN in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. This Sunday’s Superstar Karaoke is cancelled for a private staff function. TORO’S PuB 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Karaoke is every Thursday at 8 p.m. Hosted by Anita LeBlanc.

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ARMSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. The Trips, bluegrass band from Kelowna, will be performing at the Armstrong Inn Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. www.thetrips.ca. Tickets at the Armstrong Inn Liquor Store. ARMY, NAvY, AIR FORCE CLuB 2500 - 46th Ave, 542-3277. Junk Yard Dogs perform classic rock at its best tonight at 7:30 p.m. BOuRBON STREET BAR AND GRILL Prestige Inn, 4411 32nd St. Les Copeland and Cameron Ward play every Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. CHECkERS BAR AND GRILL in the Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge, 250-541-2653. Feet First take the stage Saturday at 8 p.m. No cover. DORIAN’S GREEk TAvERNA 3224 30th Ave.,-558-5100. On Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m., songwriter/guitarist Chris Madsen provides live music on guitar. On Sundays from 6 to 7:30 p.m., jazz and classical pianist Heather Mehain provides live music on piano. ENDERBY ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR. 98 909 Belvedere St., 838-7283. Dance party at the Enderby Legion the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 7 to 11 p.m. Next dance party is Saturday with Sierra. THE GREEN in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. The Bone rocks tonight and Saturday. Starts at 9 p.m. No cover.

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LIVE MUSIC VERNON JaZZ CLUB 3000 - 31st St. Bluesman Poppa Dawg plays everything from Memphis to Motown at the jazz club Saturday. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Music is at 8 p.m.

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drama dept. presents four student directed one-act plays: The Actor’s Nightmare, Tuna Fish Eulogy, How to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying and Masterpiece. Stages Jan. 15 to 18 at 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $10. Call 250-542-3361 to reserve.

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COUNTERPOINT CHOIR Tickets for Songs of Hope and Freedom are now available for the two Jan. 26 concerts at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701-32nd Ave., at 2 and 7 p.m. Counterpoint Choir, conducted by Coreen Smith and accompanied by Dyan Cornies, also welcomes local guest brass and strings performers to enhance the musical experience. Tickets are $12 for adults and free for children under 12 and available from choir members and from Shear Dimensions downtown. For further information, contact Counterpoint president Cynthia Markson at 250-545-1505. 20,000 LEagUEs UNdER THE sEa Tears of Joy Theatre’s fun, familyfriendly and steampunkinspired adaptation of the Jules Verne classic comes to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Jan. 26 at 2 p.m. as part of the centre’s kids series. All seats are $12 at the Ticket Seller, 259-5497469, www.ticketseller.ca.

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In 2003, Marie Ens founded Place of Rescue as a place for families living with AIDS, orphaned children and grandmothers and young, pregnant women. The retired Canadian missionary founded the Cambodian non-governmental organization, which was originally made up of 15 houses for families affected by AIDS. Ten years later, Place of Rescue AIDS Centre and Orphanage now has three campuses: home to 426 children, 23 destitute grannies and 27 AIDS families. They also have three university dorms housing 40 of their now young adults. On Jan. 26, 10 young dancers from Place of Rescue, ages eight to 10, will be in Vernon to perform “Celebrate” at Grace Bible Church as part of a national tour where they will share their stories and perform a program of traditional Cambodian dances.

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Two of the children from Place of Rescue who will perform in Vernon. “Of the children coming to Canada, two are from the AIDS Centre where they live with their HIV positive moth-

ers, one is an abandoned child and seven are orphans,” said Blaine Sylvester, with the Place of Rescue Foundation. “Some

have been at Place of Rescue since they were babies; all have come from tragic circumstances. “At Place of Rescue they have a new kind and loving ‘house mom’ and new siblings (nine other children living together in a house). Their lives have changed dramatically and they now have every opportunity for a good future.” Place of Rescue has been invited to perform their program of traditional dances at Missions Fest 2014 in both Vancouver and Winnipeg. They will be touring and sharing their story while in Canada and would love to “Celebrate” with you. Celebrate takes place Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. at Grace Bible Church, 5661 Silver Star Rd., Vernon. Everyone is welcome, and admission is free, although donations would be most welcome. For more information, see www.rescuedancetour.com

George and Annette celebrate 55 years George and Annette Kazmar celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary today. They were married Jan. 10, 1959 at St. Albions Church in Burnaby, B.C. They have two children, Karen Baker and Lee Kazmar; one grandson; four granddaughters and one great-granddaughter. They raised their family on a small farm on Buchanan Road in Coldstream, B.C., where they lived until 1980, when they moved to Nanaimo, B.C., living there for 18 years before returning to Vernon to continue their retirement and their travels. Their motor home was the light of their lives, and in it they travelled to Mexico for the winters starting in 1984, as well as many fun trips throughout B.C. As travel was in their blood, they also travelled to Australia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, took a South America/Panama cruise and went to

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Annette and George Kazmar celebrate 55 years. their all-time favourite destination, the Cook Islands. “It’s been a great life, and we would like to thank all of our family and longtime friends for always being there!”

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George and Annette Kazmar: wed Jan. 10, 1959.

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Nov. 19: Born to Jeremy Haapala and Brandy Ambrose of Vernon, a boy, 7 lbs. 5 oz., named Owen Gage Haapala. A grandson for Gail Taylor and David Dyck of Calgary, Alta.; Tracy and Esa Haapala of Vernon, B.C. A great-grandson for Christine Schultz of Winfield, B.C.; Eva-Liisa Haapala of Sicamous, B.C.; Leon Thompson of Prince George, B.C. Dec. 8: Born to Sarah Morrison and Stephen Assenheimer of Vernon, a boy, 7 lbs., named Silas Leo Assenheimer. A grandson for the late Sherry Adele Morrison, Wayne Lysak, both of Vernon; Don and Ang Assenheimer of Edmonton, Alta. New Additions Dec. 11: Born to José and Kellie Garcia of Vernon, a boy, 8 lbs. 1 oz., named Samuel Frank. A brother for Evan, 23 months. A grandson for Blanche Wilson of West Kelowna, B.C.; Ciro and Maria Garcia of Barrie, Ont.; Frank Bunting and Cathy Price of Nanaimo, B.C. Dec. 24: Born to Mike and Erica Verhage of Lavington, a girl, 6 lbs. 9 oz., named Karmen Graye. A granddaughter for Tony and Helen Prebushewski of Lavington, B.C.; Bill and Ann Verhage of Cherryville, B.C. A great-granddaughter for Eric and Sherri Ross of Cherryville; Roxsyna and the late Victor Prebushewski of Lumby, B.C.; Pat and Cors Verhage of Vernon, B.C.; Howard Huwer of Coldwater, Ohio. A greatgreat granddaughter for Alice Inglis of Vernon. Dec. 24: Born to Sam Veach and Jennifer Bryan of Vernon, B.C., a girl, 9 lbs., named Madison Jessie Veach. A sister for Savannah, 5. A granddaughter for Jim and Susan Veach; Tim and Sue Thompson, Fergus and Sandra Bryan. A great-granddaughter for Art and Kris Johnson of Coldstream, B.C.; Florence Bryan of Vernon. Dec. 27: Born to Andrew and Kari Kurbis of Coldstream, a boy, 8 lbs. 7 oz., named Thomas Foord Watson. A brother for Noah, 8; Ben, 6. A grandson for Patricia and Patrick Wheatcroft, Nancy and Ken Kurbis. A great-grandson for Evelyn Kurbis, Shirley and George Copeland. Dec. 28: Born to Vance and Keri Tierney of Tappen, B.C., a boy, 8 lbs. 4 oz., named Keegan Page. A brother for Brogan, 2. A grandson for Dennis and Heather Smith of Tappen; Doug and Moreen Newnes of the U.S.A.; Clayton and Lisa Tierney of Charlottetown, P.E.I. A great-grandson for Beth Armstrong of Salmon Arm, B.C.; Dorothy Brogan of Chilliwack, B.C. Dec. 28: Born to Bruce and Jenna Abbott of Vernon, a boy, 8 lbs. 10 oz., named William Edwin Abbott. A brother for Grace, 4; Dillan, 3; Everett, 2. A grandson for Mickey and Mary Abbott of Enderby, B.C. Joel and Rita Allen of Lavington, B.C.

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believing ridiculous lies told by my youngest brother. Several years later, she showed up out of the blue needing a place to live, knowing “Old Sis” would take her in. She lived with me for eight years until she got a job transfer. She still calls wanting money. I’ve learned how to make excuses, but I want it to stop. I need help being upfront with this mooch of a sister, but I’ve never confronted

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anyone before in my entire life. Any advice? — Sister of a Mooch Dear Sister: You don’t need to be confrontational. You need to be assertive. Your sister takes advantage of you because you permit it. The easiest way to stop permitting it is to learn to say no. So when she asks for money, tell her, “I’m sorry, but not this time.” If she asks why not, reply, “I have loaned you enough.” Practice saying it in front of a mirror until it comes naturally. Write it down on a piece of paper and tape it next to your phone so it is on hand when she calls. You are under no obligation to give her excuses, evasions or explanations. Be polite, but just say no. Dear Annie: I have been widowed for 19 years and belong to a support group of women who go out to

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lunch once a month. Before I married my late husband, I was an independent businesswoman, cared for an elderly parent, paid my own bills, pumped my own gas, bought my own cars, etc. I was surprised to learn how few of the women in my group know how to do any of these things. They have no clue what their family finances are. One of them had to learn how to drive when her husband died. Please, please, please tell wives (and husbands) to take responsibility for themselves while their spouses are still living and learn

what their financial obligations are, when their bills are due, how to pump gas and all the other things you will need to know in order to be independent. It is hard enough to transition from married life to widowhood without having to learn basic life skills at the same time. — Been There, Knew How To Do That in Kentucky Dear Kentucky: Thank you for the knock on the head. Along with financial matters and pumping gas, both men and women should know how to cook a simple meal, sew on a button, iron a shirt, load the dishwasher and do the laundry. These are skills that everyone needs, and it is shortsighted to assume that someone else will handle them for you for the rest of your life. Dear Annie: I read the letter from

“Uncomfortable,” whose new mother-in-law wants her to call her “Mom.” I had a similar problem when my son married his wife. I love her dearly. One day, I wrote her an email and signed it, “Love, Your ‘Other’ Mom.” She responded to me in that same way. Now, after several years, she is able to call me “Mom.” When my own mother passed away, I found it difficult to think of another person as my mom. Now, I have friends whose mothers are still living, and I often refer to a few of them as “my other mother.” One of these special moms phones me every now and then and refers to me as her “other daughter.” I can’t tell you how much this means to me. I hope this helps “Uncomfortable” refer to her mother-in-law in a less awkward way. — Been There

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january 10 buddhist meditation class with nun Kelsang Chenma Jan. 10 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Drop-in class consists of guided meditations and a teaching. Suggested donation $10, special rates for students and seniors. For more info. and the class topic, see www.dorjechang.ca or call 250558-0952. No fragrance please. armstrong legion holds cabin draw Secure your summer holiday plans for the legion cabin with the Gardom Lake lottery member draw Jan. 10 at 1 p.m. It’s in high demand so don’t be late in order to ensure you don’t miss out on the opportunity. the palestine study group meets Jan. 10, at 10 a.m. at the People Place. We will have discussions about current events in Palestine and will look more deeply into the civil wars in Syria. For more information, call Steve at 545-3202. bunco at the armstrong legion The popular game returns Jan. 10 at 7 p.m., promising a night of fun, food and friendly chatter. Tickets are $10 each and available at the bar. Prizes will be given out to winning teams. living wild in the stone age presentation Experience Daniella Roze’s wilderness living intensive where she spent one month in the mountains with only the buckskin clothing and tools she made, eating completely wild foods. Presentation Jan. 10 at 4:30 p.m. lasts approx. 90 minutes to two hours, Vernon library. Co-sponsored by Okanagan Regional Library; admission by donation. Roze is considering starting a Nature Education School. She is interested in building partnerships and collaborating with community organizations and people who share a common vision and common values. More info., e-mail akutree@yahoo.ca. falun gong/falun dafa An ancient Qi Gong practice for mind and body, falun gong relieves stress and anxiety, increases energy and vitality, greatly improves physical health through five sets of gentle exercises, including a seated meditation. Suitable for people of all ages. Has benefited more than 100 million people worldwide. Based on the principles of truthfulness, compassion and tolerance. Classes are free and held Fridays at 10 a.m. at the People Place, 340227th. For info., see www.falundafa.org move it and mingle for 50+ Customized fitness done at your own pace, at the Army, Navy and Air Force Club. Physical activity and socialization focused on seniors’ health education. Program provided by health professionals, sponsored by Interior Health Authority. Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Only $50 for 10 weeks. Transportation on request. Call Shannon at 778-480-9809 or e-mail shannon@ VitalityNetworkCanada.com the schubert centre thrift store In the basement of Schubert Centre and full of a variety clothes for men and women, housewares, jewellery, craft items etc. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. We accept gently used clothing, jewelry,

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household goods, etc. We would love to accept larger donations, but are unable to pick them up. Every second Saturday of the month, the centre has a pancake breakfast and we open thrift store 8 to 11 a.m. with a two-for-one deal. Quality items at low prices. All electrical items are cleaned and tested for working order before being sold. During the last week of every month a special sale will be held, i.e. buy 1 get 1 free, fill a bag sale or dollar clearances. We have items in stock for most popular holidays, such as Christmas. infant massage At the Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. For more information, call Connie at 250-542-7578. clay studio drop-in Vernon Community Arts Centre. Open for members only when the studio is not in use by a class. Interested in learning about clay? Check out our classes, $5/session, multi-use passes also available; please contact us for more information at 250-542-6243. vernon community arts centre Painting and Drawing Drop In Fridays any time between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Explore your creative side in a fun and encouraging environment. Bring your own supplies and meet new friends and artists; $3 members/$4 non members. Call 542-6243 or visit vernonarts.ca for more info. vernon & district volunteer bureau Holds weekly orientation sessions for new volunteers. Tell us what you would like to do and we will help you find a position. Contact us at 250545-0585 or assistant@socialplanning.ca fraternal order of eagles We cater to all. We welcome all visitors to come and see what Eagles are all about. We open at 1 p.m. daily. For hall rentals, call Evelyn at 250-542-3003. tai chi: good for your health If you have ever taken the beginner course, would you like to join us? We take new members anytime. A relaxed and fun class, includes some qi gong. Tuesdays and Fridays, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Knox Presbyterian Church. Call 250-260-4117 or 250-542-1984. the bargain bin Come shop for great bargains at 3445 Pleasant Valley Rd., downtown Armstrong and support the local Healthcare Auxiliary. Clothing, toys, housewares, sporting goods and much more. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday to Friday, and 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Phone 250-546-8813 for more information. hiv/aids support & information If you are one of the many in the North Okanagan who is affected or effected by HIV/AIDS and in need of confidential information, support and/or advocacy, call Sharon at NOYFSS, 250-545-3572. substance affected group Vernon Mental Health and Addictions offers a group for individuals experiencing a loved one struggling with a substance misuse issue. Learn about complex issues of substance misuse/addiction, while increasing your capacity to support an individual struggling with substance misuse issues, without enabling their behaviour. Register at 250-549-5737. carcinoid cancer support group If you or anyone close to you has been diagnosed with this rare form of cancer and you are interested in joining a support group, please call Joanne at 5453967. Together we can make a difference, in our

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feature event: introduction to fly tying course starts Jan. 21 resented by Kalamalka Fly Fishers, this course is ideal for a beginner, as an upgrade for a self-taught person, or a refresher for a person who has been away from tying for a few years. The course is 10 sessions, which covers tools, materials, fly construction of 18 very good local patterns, fly fishing methods and entomology. When a person is finished this course, he or she should be able to tie most local flies from a description, a magazine recipe or a sample fly. Equipment and tools are not required for the first class. Tuesdays: Jan. 21 to March 25 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Kalamalka Fly Fishers clubroom, 2906-41st Ave. Registration: Vernon Recreation Centre, course code # 28917. Cost: $96, includes step-by-step manual. For more information, call Ken at 250-545-4012.

lives and the lives of others. sunshine seniors meet If you are 55+ and would enjoy an afternoon of fellowship consisting of music, storytelling, games and a delicious lunch, come to Peace Lutheran activity area, 1204-30th Ave., every second and fourth Friday of the month 1:30 p.m. You will be very welcome!

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Keyboard music classes with instructor Melly Oey start Jan. 11 for Saturday classes, Jan. 14 for Tuesday classes, Jan. 15 for Wednesdays and Jan. 16 for Thursdays. Lessons are for kids and adults. Quickly learn to read music, play keyboard with both hands with accompanying chords and rhythm. Also learn to operate the features of the keyboard. To register, call VCAC at 250-542-6243 or see www.vernonarts.ca vernon moy style tai chi & loK hup activity group Saturdays at Schubert Centre, with Tai Chi practice 9:30 to 11 a.m., for all who have completed beginner class. New beginner class for Lok Hup 11 a.m. to noon and open to all with some experience of this form. Both classes are weekly, except for the second Saturday of any month when this facility is not available. Each class has an economical monthly fee structure, and conducted with qualified instructors who have many years of experience. We extend a warm welcome to all players including drop in, who wish to practise and improve their form in this convivial setting which has ample parking. Info., call 250-542-9747. meat draw at the royal canadian legion Every Saturday starting at 2 p.m. and 50/50 at our new location, 510125th Ave., Vernon. Call 250-545-3295. anaf holds meat draw Every Saturday starting 2:30 p.m., in the Spitfire Grill. Lunch and appy specials available. special olympics booK sale every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the Special Olympics Vernon Store, Alpine Centre, 100 Kalamalka Lake Rd., unit #35, top row of

the complex. Thousands of quality books, from 15 cents to $2. All proceeds go towards operating local programs for Special Olympics Vernon. Book donations greatly appreciated; they may either be dropped off at the store Saturday mornings or phone 250-545-1287 for pick-up. royal canadian legion branch 189 oyama Meat draw every Saturday at 2 p.m. All members and guests welcome. the idea exchange takes place every second Saturday at Gallery Vertigo for North Okanagan Artists Alternative members only. You can join the organization for as little as $15 per year and take part in this series of free demonstrations. vernon buddhist temple The Vernon Buddhist temple meets the second Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. We have been practicing Pure Land Buddhism in Vernon since 1948. Reverend Yasuhiro Miykawa leads the services held at the Vernon Japanese Cultural Society, 4895 Bella Vista Rd. Let us share the message of our Buddhist teachings, which emphasizes peace, loving kindness, compassion, non-violence, interrelatedness of all living beings, attitudes of care and responsibility towards ourselves, and our environment. Info., please call Mari at 542-5633. food addicts in recovery anonymous (fa) Meets Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., room #2. Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? No dues or fees. For more info., call Catherine at 250-5491747.

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SPITFIRE GRILL

MONDAY TO SATURDAY * Daily Lunch Specials

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FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIALS

JAN. 10: HONEY GARLIC CHICKEN JAN. 17: STEAK NEPTUNE JAN. 24: PORK CHOPS

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SCHEDULE Vernon Full Gospel Church

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

Sunday @ 10am ~ 5871 Ok Landing Rd

a community learning to love like Jesus

Message: Pastor Cliff

Jesus says “Everyone Deserves a New Beginning”

Rev. Jeﬀ Seaton

Sunday Worship & Sunday School - 10 AM

Kid’s Church & Teen programs www.vernonfullgospel.ca ~ 250-542-8011

3300 Alexis Park Drive - 250 - 545 - 0797 www.trinityvernon.ca

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

Welcome to P.V. Church

Sunday: 9 am & 11 am Pastor Don Reeve: New Series on Mark - Freed to Follow

www.knoxvernon.ca

9:50 a.m. - Hymn Sing & Worship Service Sermon “The Gifts of the Magi-Gold” Rev. Dr. Teresa Charlton

www.vcfvernon.ca

Vernon Christian Fellowship 10:00 AM

Speaker: Ray Bale

Coffee & goodies after the service Pastor Al Perry 250-542-7435 (h) • 250-545-7043 (c)

Weekly Fellowships and Youth

4506 - 29th St 545-2927

Pastoral Staff: Ray Bale & Charlie Whitley

Nursery and Children’s program up to age 12 Evangelical Free Church of Canada

PASTORAL STAFF

Service Times

Sunday: 1pm - Sunday School (Men, Ladies, and Children’s classes) 2pm - Main Service Nursery Provided (Ages 0-4) Thursday Prayer and Bible Study: 7pm Currently meeting at Knox Presbyterian 3701 32ave, Vernon Christ Centered, Family Focused Solid Bible preaching with the old-fashioned hymns

Richard Aulin, Pastor www.ovbc.ca 1.855.544.OVBC (6822)

LARRY WOELKE PAT STICH 5661 Silver Star Road (250) 549-3095

Sunday Worship 10am Wed. Bible Study 7pm Friday Coffee House 7pm Pastor Dithmar Molzahn

For information on advertising in the Church Directory call Lynnaya 250-550-7916

Children & Youth Korean Ministry also (한인예배) 한인담당: 250-309-3162

www.firstbaptistvernon.net

Sunday Morning Worship 10am & 6pm

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Mondays @ 3:30 PM - Alexis Park Kids Club Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM - RPM Preteens Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM - YA & Youth - Alpha 3906 35A Street / 250-542-4135 Check out our website for more info and details at www.alexisparkchurch.com

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4911 Silver Star Road • 250-542-4028 Pastor Karl & Sherry Popke

Join us Sunday 10:00am Spending time in Worship and God’s Word Toddler Care available • Sunday School for ages 3-11

www.vernoncbc.org

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Faith Baptist Church

3908 – 27th St Vernon • Ph: 250-545-7700 • faithbaptistvernon.com

Pastor for Youth & Young Families: Chris Laser • Interim Preaching Pastor: Pete Unrau

Sunday

10:30 am Morning Worship Service (Nursery Care available) Sunday School (age 3 - gr.6) Wednesday 10:30 am Bible Study & Prayer Time Friday 3-8:30pm House of Prayer - Open to anyone to come and go for prayer

OPEN VALLEY COWBOY CHURCH

All are welcome at Head of the Lake Hall

Sunday, January 12th at 6:30pm

Speaker: Fred Cardinal Music: Christina Cardinal

Call Lynnaya

250-550-7916

Pastor Fred & Christina Cardinal 250-546-2449 or 250-306-8959

VERNON ALLIANCE CHURCH 2601 - 43rd Avenue 250-545-7105 www.vernonalliance.org

Saturday 6:30 pm Sunday 9:30 & 11:11am WHEN LOVE COMES TO TOWN

Join Us in Prayer

www.gbcvernon.ca

10 am Sunday Worship Service

Afﬁliated with the PAOC of Canada

Pastor Trevor Kempner “Fasting is Feasting”

Community Baptist Church

SUNDAY 10AM

Next to Lincoln Lanes Bowling

Christian Education Program 9:30am English Worship Service 10:30am Everyone Welcome!

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

FAMILY WORSHIP

A Place to call “Home” 3508-25th Ave • 545-7978

6161 P.V. Road

www.emmanuelvernon.ca

Corner of 32 Avenue & Alexis Pk. Dr

15th St. @ 32nd Ave. Ph: 250-542-0128 Pastor Dan Watt

We believe in the unity of all believers, based on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Jesus is the only Hero here!

Coﬀee fellowship in gym between services Kids program during both servies

Presbyterian

First Baptist 

VERNON FAMILY CHURCH

What is “born again” all about? Stuart McKnight All are Welcome

“Helping People Discover Jesus Christ & Become His Followers”

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Welcome to the driver’s seat

Toyota has always been a logical purchase, based on reliability and durability but now its designs too are capturing buyers with a visual, desirable esthetic. Zack Spencer

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2014 Toyota Highlander: Prettier in form and function

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Looks Toyota has always been a logical purchase, based on reliability and durability but now its designs too are capturing buyers with a visual, desirable esthetic. The 2014 edition is 7.5cm longer (mostly in the rear seat and cargo area), 1.5cm wider and 3cm lower. The stance is wide and lower, making more of a visual impact. Combine this with a large grille borrowed from the Tundra pickup truck and the Highlander has a very rugged, yet polished, look that

The cup holder is large and the centre armrest has a massive storage area inside; this is thanks to the removal of the stowaway seat that used to hide under the centre armrest. Now in the second row of seats there are three permanent seats or two captain’s chairs in the top Limited model. The previous hideaway idea was simple but not so comfortable. The biggest change takes place in the third row of seats, where three people can sit rather than just two. In addition,

there is 100L of cargo space behind the third row of seats offering much better functionality. It has all the interior amenities that one expects in a modern three-row crossover, even a system that allows the driver’s voice to be amplified through the stereo for easier conversations with passengers in the very back, but there seems to be a lack of sophistication compared to its competition. Drive The previous Highlander was available with a 4-cylinder engine and front wheel drive (FWD). It’s with a standard 3.5L V6 with 270hp, matched to a 6-speed automatic transmission, also with FWD. The starting price stays at $31,680; factoring in the backup camera there is good value here. When it arrives later this month, the base LE with all wheel drive (AWD) starts at $34,180. I think most people will opt for the LE with convenience package that includes 8-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, three-zone climate control, satellite radio and leather steering wheel to name a few. This brings the price up to $34,480 for the FWD and $36,980 for the AWD. On the road, the AWD system sends power to just the front wheels as often as possible with only 10 per cent of the torque shifting when cornering. The system has the ability to shift or lock up to 50 per cent of the power for better traction but limiting it to times

when it is truly needed helps improve fuel economy. The other part of the fuel economy story is the all-new 6-speed automatic. The official fuel rating for the most popular AWD model is 11.5L/100km in the city and 8.2L on the highway, which is almost a full litre improvement in combined highway/city economy over the 2013 model. The rear suspension has been modified for a slightly more dynamic drive and improved ride. The steering is rather light and vague but the buyers of this type of product will appreciate the ease of use.

OF THE WEEK:

Verdict The Highlander is a functional vehicle for young buyers with kids and friends that need to get to practice and carry all the sports equipment that goes with it. Overall, a very good family crossover that will get the job done every day.

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puts safety above everything else The Infiniti QX70 maybe a looker but its range of safety equipment is its most attractive feature.

Looks:

‘‘ The 2014 Infiniti QX70 is a fusion of luxury, performance and SUV utility. Its aggressive styling and personalized driver’s cockpit serve notice of its performance underpinnings, with its long hood, stretched wheelbase, short front and rear overhangs and available 21-inch wheels and tires.

The safety features are incredible and most people would feel very safe driving it.

’’

Ian Harwood

It’s distinctive Infiniti look to it should attract many buyers. The projector style headlights flow with the body lines and the fog lights look like they actually belong rather than appear an afterthought as is the case in some of its competitors. The side body lines almost give the appearance

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of waves moving up the vehicle. LED rear brake lights and center high mounted stoplight sit atop the rear power lift-gate. Chrome accents around the windows give it a sense of elegance. The functional side vents on the rear of the front fenders give it a European sporty look and reduce front end tilt by five percent.

A 3.7 litre, 24 valve V6 engine with 325 horsepower and 248 foot pounds of torque power this vehicle. The 7 speed automatic transmission is an electronically continuously variable (CVT) with manual shift capabilities, that features downshift rev matching technology. Pump frequency: 12.9/9.1 L/100km (city/highway) Warranty support: 48 month/ 100,000 km

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Excellent handling to this vehicle, steering was quick and responsive, and body roll was at a minimum. Even though the engine was more than adequate providing plenty of power, the CVT transmission was continuing to make adjustments and I found at times sudden bursts of power followed by a hard up shift. Definitely not something I expected with this type of luxury.

Verdict:

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I was excited to drive this vehicle after reading some of the press releases, but was disappointed on the size of the interior space and performance. The safety features of this vehicle are incredible and I think most people would feel very safe driving it.

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2010 Honda Crosstour

Honda Crosstour 2010 to 2013 The Honda Crosstour, introduced for the 2010 model year, is a stylish and more versatile hatchback version of its Accord stable mate. Taller than its sedan counterpart, the Crosstour has more ground clearance, a cavernous cargo area and it’s available in both front-drive and all-wheel-drive editions. A good vehicle match for an outdoor or active lifestyle owner, Crosstour retains the fuel economy and nice riding virtues of an Accord and adds the flexible storage options and the functionality of a utility vehicle, without the “boxy” design drawback.

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A good vehicle match for an outdoor or active lifestyle owner..

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Prices seem higher than the sedan because every Crosstour comes with a comparable level of equipment as the EX-L (top-line) edition of the sedan. It also comes with a 3.5-litre V6 engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission (no 4-cylinder 2010 to 2012). Called a J-series engine, this 4-valve/cylinder, and 60-degree V6 also has variable valve timing and it’s built at a Honda engine plant in

Anna, Ohio. A unique feature of this clever engine is its Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system that can seamlessly turn off one bank of cylinders when power demand is light, or transform it into a V4 for medium loads. Max power output is 271 horsepower and 254 ft-lb of torque. Its city/highway fuel economy rating is 11.7/7.2 and the all-wheel-drive system adds an extra 0.8 L/100km. A higher roofline translates into a significantly more spacious cabin that provides exra headroom for taller occupants. Handy release levers in its rear cargo area allow users to fold-down the rear seats remotely, when extra cargo space is needed. Seat-up cargo volume is 729 litres (25.7 cu-ft) and there’s another 54 litres (1.9 cu-ft) in a large under-floor storage box. The Crosstour was largely unchanged for the 2011 model year and other than the addition of a standard rearview camera, it was status quo again in 2012. For 2013, changes included a new lower-priced 4-cylilder edition and the V6 engine was coupled with a new 6-speed automatic transmission. Generally very good occupant protection ratings were marred by an IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) roof crush test, which simulates a rollover. The 2010 Crosstour received a 2.82 strength-to-weight ratio result and a “marginal” rating. Hidden structural changes for the 2013 model year allowed it achieve a 4.62 strength-to-

weight ratio result, which is a “good” rating.

Recalls on the 2010 to 2013 Honda Crosstour: 2010 – A bearing problem inside the automatic transmission may cause an electronic short circuit that causes the engine to stall. Additionally, broken pieces may become lodged in the parking pawl resulting in the vehicle rolling after the driver has placed the gear selector in the Park position. Dealers will update the automatic transmission control module software. 2012 - The side curtain airbag inflators may be faulty and one or both airbags may not deploy as intended. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both side curtain airbag assemblies. 2013 - The fuel tank may have been manufactured incorrectly and could leak fuel. Dealers will replace the fuel tank. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca

Price Check - 2010 - 2013 Honda Crosstour (December 2013) Year 2010 2011 2012 2013

Edition Expect to Pay Today 2WD $19,000 to $23,000 2WD $22,000 to $26,000 2WD $26,000 to $30,000 EX-L 2WD $31,000 to $35,000

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power. In the city, it fit in underground Before looking ahead with parking lots and surprisingly had pep. hope for a promising new Visibility is non-existent out the rear year, indulge me while I and there was no vanity mirror, but it check my rearview mirror. was just an admirable vehicle to drive. My review of 2013 might And it even fits a motorcycle inside. I’m offer you some thoughts not a small business owner who could to ponder for your 2014. I fully make use of its adaptability, but tried to count how many The Ford Fiesta I made Costco runs, helped a friend cars I tested last year. I ST makes the list move and transported audio equipment tried. However, I could because, in all the for a band with which I occasionally only come up with an sing. I just love it. approximate figure. And it years that I’ve been The 2014 Ford Fiesta ST makes the list comes in at around 102. testing vehicles, I because, in all the years that I’ve been That’s a lot of vehicles. testing vehicles, I have never been as And it doesn’t even include have never been as tempted to impulse tempted to impulse buy a car. For under motorcycles, ATVs, ROVs 2014 Ford Fiesta ST $25K you get a firecracker of a car, a and anything else that you buy a car.”. manual transmission, 197 horsepower could consider some sort or Alexandra Straub and an amazing chassis setup. For an transportation or recreBentley Continental GT Speed drop top. It’s not everyday driver and a car you could put on ational vehicle. hard to see why. Yes, I could have opted for the the track, it’s just stellar. The smile on your So, within that lot, you Porsche Boxster S (it came so close and is hundreds face when driving is included in the price tag. have to either be pretty of thousands of dollars cheaper,) but I hand the The least bang for your buck, that I tested, comes good or pretty bad to stand out. title to the Brits because I love the craftsmanship. with the 2013 BMW 320i xDrive. At $46,500, that’s Though, there were a few surprises along the way After all, that’s what luxury is all about. Getting pretty steep for a car that doesn’t even have a that made the list. inside and feeling like you’re in your living room, backup camera or streaming Bluetooth audio. Not Here are the cars that stuck with me and still leave albeit a posh and exquisitely detailed living room. to mention, it comes with a humble 181 horseme wanting more (or less.) And one that has 616 horsepower and all-wheel power engine. That said, it’s a BMW, therefore has Making the top of my list as the most memorable drive. Sign me up. some nice touches to it. Put it in Sport mode, tinker car that I drove is not what you’d expect. It’s the It’s always a fabulous time when I can be behind with the throttle and you’ll instantly become a 2013 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van. – Say what? the wheel of a racecar. I had two opportunities. The happier person. And for everyday driving, I really Without taking up too much space, I fell in love first came when I participated in the Bridgestone had no complaints. with its utility, its practicality and its ability to be Racing Academy at the Driver Development Track My favourite convertible of the year goes to the a workhorse, even though it only has 131 horseat the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. Two days

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QUINTAL, Sarah Elyse It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Sarah Elyse Quintal on December 30, 2013 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237

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Darlene Elda Woods (Booth) 1947-2013 It is with a profound sense of sadness that we announce the death of Darlene Elda Woods (Booth). AŌer a very brief but courageously fought baƩle with lung cancer on December 30, 2013. Surrounded by her daughters and son in law. Darlene will be missed terribly by her partner ivan (Chico) uckovic, daughters <aren (<eith DcIsaac), Dawn Galbraith and her 4 grandchildren DaƩhew, Deghan, Emily and Hunter. Brother Hugh (Cheryl Booth) , sister Dary (Stanley Fraǌier), sister in law Crystle Booth as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Darlene was predeceased by her parents <en and Beth Booth and her brother Tom Booth.

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Dom was born and raised here in <amloops, where she married her 1st husband Lloyd Woods. They lived in Hudson Hope, Dica Creek and then Armstrong where mom conƟnued to live. Dom and Chico would have celebrated their 20th anniversary on December 31. She was a stay at home mom to her two daughters unƟl the mid 19ϴ0’s when she began working at <-mart which then became ellers unƟl her reƟrement last year. She was a dedicated employee who worked for over 25 years. Just when reƟrement was allowing us to spend more Ɵme together with you Dom you were taken from us͙you were so brave through this last month and it was our honor to be by your side. Domma we will miss you. A memorial service will be held this Saturday January 11, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Valleyview Bible Church, 23ϴ6 East Trans Canada Frontage Road, <amloops BC with Wastor Dan WarkenƟn oĸciaƟng. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Schoening Funeral Service 250-3ϳ4-1454

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CHRISTIAN, Evelyn Evelyn Doris ChrisƟan was born on July 13, 1926 in Dara BC and passed away on Jan. 4th 2014, in Eoric House, Vernon BC Evelyn will be lovingly remembered by her husband of over 60 years, Delmar ChrisƟan, two daughters Linda Schunter (Doug Schunter), Shirley Fraser (Rob Fraser), son Barry ChrisƟan, grandchildren Chad Schunter, Shelly Schunter, Jodie Dorris, Ronica Reeves and Tyrell Fraser, predeceased by grandson Gerry Schunter and 13 siblings. Evelyn had 10 greatgrandchildren. A Tea will be held on Friday Jan 10th 2014 at the lumby legion hall, 2016 Diller St. Lumby BC /n lieu of Ňowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contribuƟons may do so to Eoric House, 1400 Dission Road, Vernon BC V1T 9C3. Arrangements have been entrusted to: WLEASAET VALLEz FUEERAL HKDE (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be oīered at ƉůĞĂƐĂŶƚǀĂůůĞǇĬ͘ĐŽŵ

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PELLERIN, Eugene Joseph It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Eugene Joseph Pellerin on December 31, 2013 in Cherryville, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237

CLARK, Thomas “Tom” Penny It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas “Tom” Penny Clark on January 3, 2014 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237

HOCKMAN, Alice E. It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Alice E. Hockman on January 7, 2014 in Edgewood, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237

STEVEN GEORGE WHITE We regret to announce the death, at his home in Cherryville on December 30, 2013, of Steven George (“Whitey”) White, at the age of 55 years. Steve was born in Vernon and was a resident of the area most of his life. He loved nature, and his passions were hunƟng, Įshing, camping and snow skiing. Steve will be sadly missed by his parents, George and Terry White of Vernon; sisters Laurie (Jim) Arthur of Coldstream and Twyla (Gibb) Randall of Quesnel; and nephews Brendan Arthur, Rodney Hildebrand and Steven Smith; extended family members and a host of friends. A gathering to celebrate Steven’s life will be held on Saturday, February 1, at 2:00 p.m. in the hall of the Army Eavy Θ Airforce, Spiƞire Unit η5, 2500 ʹ 46 Ave. in Vernon. The family would like to express their deep appreciaƟon to the many friends who cared for Whitey during his last months, and Dr. Barss for his care and compassion. CremaƟon arrangements were in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.

Donald Morse Davison Donald was born August 15, 1933, in Vancouver. He graduated from Agassi High School and went on to U. B. C., where he received his Civil Engineering Degree. Donald conƟnued his studies at Dd&, where he received his Daster of Science Degree. Donald was predeceased by his father, Joseph Dorse Davison, and his mother, Zuby. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sister ChrisƟne ;DonͿ 'len͖ nephew James ;JenͿ and greatͲnephew tilliam͖ his wife Eunice and special friend, “Buddy Boy”. Dany thanŬs to Doctor Smart and the caring staī at testridge Care Home for Don͛s Įnal care. dhe family truly appreciate your Ŭindness. Honoring Don’s wishes, there will be no public service held. CremaƟon arrangements are in the care of Vernon &uneral Home Ϯ5ϬͲ5ϰϮͲϬ155.

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Douglas H. Robertson 1922 - 2013

Douglas Hesketh Robertson of Armstrong, BC passed away peacefully on December 29, 2013. Doug was born to Ruth and Duncan on February 12, 1922 in Trail, BC. Doug met the love of his life, Dorothy on a blind date and they married on July 4, 1946. Doug had a successful 42 year career with Cominco mines and eventually reƟred in Armstrong, BC in 19ϴ2. Doug was an acƟve member of the Armstrong I.W.E. and a life Ɵme member of the <nights of Wythias. Doug was a friend, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather who was known by all to be a teaser with a twinkle in his eye, gardener and outdoorsman, talented dog trainer and square dancer as well a conƟnuous learner. Dany will have fond memories of camping, Įshing and Doug’s extraordinary story telling. Doug is survived by his wife, Dorothy, their children Whyllis ;'ordieͿ, :eĂnneƩe ;dedͿ, Doug ; oǌenĂͿ, his brother Duncan, sister Dorothy (Charles), grandchildren͗ Dale (^andra), Darilyn (dodd), onnie (dodd), ^hannon (Zobert), Carlene ( en), rye, and ϭϭ grandchildren and friends͘ Doug was predeceased by his parents Duncan and Zuth and sisters Connie (tally), and /sabelle (,anŬ)͘

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Charlie John Sowczenko November 4, 1961 – December 31, 2013

It is with great sadness that the family of Charlie John Sowczenko announces his sudden passing on December 31, 2013 at the age of 52. Charlie was born to Elko and Zena Sowczenko on November 4, 1961 in Vernon, B.C., the eighth of nine children. Charlie will be fondly remembered for his quick smile, infecƟous laugh, and his ability to Įx or build anything. “Ask Charlie͊ He will know where to Įnd it and how to make it work!” Charlie spent many years in Alberta and across Canada building houses. He then moved back to Vernon to be near his mother, where he met his spouse of 22 years, Shari, and was blessed with a son, Brian, and a stepson, Jimmy. Charlie enjoyed countless hours with his sons and nephews, sharing his vast how-to knowledge. Charlie will be greatly missed by his many friends and family members. Predeceased by his father, Elko, his mother, Zena, brothers Val and Danny, and his nephew, Brian. Survived by his loving wife, Shari Campbell (nee Procter), son Brian Sowczenko, stepson Jimmy Campbell, sisters Luby (Mark), Lucy (Bill), Helen (Tim), brothers Victor, Paul (Lori), and David, and numerous nephews and nieces. An informal gathering for family and friends will be held at Charlie’s family home at 611 Browne Road in Vernon on Saturday, January 18th at 2 p.m.

Almina (“Mina”) Margaret Cottrell

She was predeceased by her husband, George, in 1996. Mina will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children: Colleen (Gordie) French of Vernon, Kevin (Diana) of Courtenay, Randy (Diane) of Vernon, Keith (Rhonda) of Blind Bay, Kent (Judy) of Chilliwack; former daughterin-law Penny Clayton of Vernon. She is further survived by seven grandchildren: Lea (Corry) Gelling, Angie (Trevor) Vandenberg, Erin (Terry) Warden, Joann CoƩrell, Jade and AusƟn CoƩrell and Amanda (Dave) Harris; six great-grandchildren, and numerous extended family members. CremaƟon. A private family gathering to celebrate her life will be held at a future date. In lieu of Ňowers, friends wishing to do so may make donaƟons in memory of Mina to the Polson ResidenƟal Care Fund at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. The family would like to express their graƟtude to the caring staī at Polson, and to Dr. Gavin Smart for his compassion and care. CremaƟon arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.

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was born on November 12th, 1948 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and passed away on January 2nd, 2014 in the North Okanagan Hospice, Vernon, B.C. at the age of 65 years. Gerry will be lovingly remembered by her husband Dick, to whom she was married for twelve years; two daughters, Alexandra Rosser and Amy Rosser, both of Calgary, Alberta; two brothers, Lawrie (Debbi) Peterson of Winnipeg, Manitoba and Jim Peterson of Winnipeg Beach, Manitoba; two sisters, Gwen (Gary) Murray of Sandy Hook, Manitoba and Karen Peterson of Sechelt, B.C.; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her father, Norris Conrad Peterson on March 22nd, 1986 and her mother, Jean Peterson (nee Lawrie) on June 23rd, 2013. In respecƟng Gerry’s wishes, she was cremated and there will be no Funeral Service held. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donaƟons in memory of Gerry to the Canadian Cancer Society, #104-3402-27th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S1. CremaƟon arrangements were made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187 g

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March 10/1957 to Jan. 5/2014 James Lawrence Bunka died suddenly, but peacefully in his home on Sunday January 5 2014 at the age of 56. James is survived by his wife Shawn, sons Mike, Shane and Jason and daughter Aaron. He is also survived by his parents Gloria and John Czegledi and Taras Bunka and Parents in law Clara and Allan Cook. James siblings Terry, Cal/Candy, Chris/Jill, Morgan/Annette, as well as his sister in laws; Brenda Cook, Pamela/Kent Ellemers, and brother in law, Duane/Renee Cook. James also leaves to mourn his Grandchildren Kian, Jayden, Ethan and Hailee and numerous nieces and nephews. James was great at everything he put his hand to. He was well known and respected in the construction field. James had a quiet demeanor and was kind, thoughtful and had a wonderful sense of humour. He was loved by all who knew him, and will be greatly missed. There will be a Celebration of Life on Sat. Jan.11/2014 from 2-5 pm at 2086 Ridgerock Place, in West Kelowna. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium, Salmon Arm. Email condolences & share memories through Jame’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com

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Western Equipment Ltd – leading industrial supplier in BC, is currently recruiting for a BRANCH MANAGER based out of our Vernon location. We are looking for a talented individual that possess the following skill set: • • • • • • •

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Knowledge of industrial/MRO industry Knowledge of local Vernon and surrounding markets Manage all day-to-day aspects of running a branch Strong inventory control skills Excellent communicator Able to build and maintain customer relationships Lead by example

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We regret to announce the death at Polson Extended Care on January 5, 2014, of Almina (“Mina”) Margaret CoƩrell, at the age of 84 years. Mina was born in Rosthern, SK and was a resident of the Vernon area for over 55 years. She loved nature and camping and travelling, but her passion was caring for family and friends.

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EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 Drivers, F/T, P/T needed for California & Arizona produce hauling, excellent pay and benefits+ safety bonus and home time. Call Jerry or Brian 1-877-539-1750. Required immediately experienced Class 1 US drivers only. Must have US experience. We supply assigned trucks, company phones, US Medical, all picks and drops paid. Please fax resume with current clean abstract to 250-546-0600. No phone calls please. Wanted: Experienced Dump Truck drivers for Northern BC. Must have own Tickets, H2SALIVE & WHMIS. Must be available immediately, have own transportation and be reliable. Wages depending on experience. Please fax resume and abstract to: 250546-0600. No walk-ins or phone calls please. Only those considered will be contacted.

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Farm workers required for thinning, picking & pruning from March 01 - Oct. 31, 40 hrs week, $10.33/hr. Call Ranjit Dhaliwal: 250-548-3017. Forestry - experienced processor operator needed in North Okanagan. Fax resume to 250-503-1148

Martin Orchard, Pruning, Thinning, Picking, seasonal work. Apr 1 to October 31. Wage rate $10.33 or piece work. 6710 Cosens Bay Rd, Coldstream, BC, V1B 1N8, or email: hkr525@hotmail.com

Production workers Physically demanding job. Must be safety oriented.Steel toed boots required.Evening shifts Starting wage is $10.75. Drop off resume at Black Press 4407-25th ave

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If you are looking for a great place to further your dental career we are looking for you. We offer a great working environment with competitive wages and benefits. An experienced dental receptionist with CDA qualifications would be preferred. Please email your resumes to kari@toothdoc.ca. Join our great team! Dr. David Regehr & Dr. Arek Siwoski

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(Part-time position) Kal Tire is a Canadian company that was founded in 1953 and has grown to become Canadaâ€™s largest independent tire dealer. Based in 9ernon BC Kal Tire has Ă€ourished by focusing on customer serYice and teamwork. Kal Tireâ€™s key differentiator is its 5000+ Kal Tire team members who are committed to exceeding the customerâ€™s expectations with the best technical skills quality products competitiYe prices and exceptional serYice aYailable anywhere. We are currently seeking to Âżll a part time maximum 3 days per week

5eceptionist position on a permanent basis at the 9ernon 2fÂżce. The main function of this role is the operation of the 9ernon 2fÂżce switchboard screening and redirecting all incoming calls managing the Yisitorsâ€™ logbook as well as locating indiYiduals through the inter ofÂżce paging system. The receptionist is required to greet guests proYide them with security tags and direct them to the appropriate indiYidual/department at Kal Tire. This position also proYides backup support with respect to secretarial functions and preparation of a number of reports either for or to the Yarious Kal Tire locations. $ detailed job description and list of qualiÂżcations along with further information regarding Kal Tire may be Yiewed on our website at kaltire. com/careers. Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Receptionist opportunity. Please submit your resume to careers@kaltire.com indicating Receptionist and Job ID # 880 in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted. For current career opportunities please visit us today! kaltire.com/careers

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ENTRY LEVEL LABOURERS Synergy Pacific is a leader in the production of innovative engineered lumber products. Synergy has openings for entry level labourers. These are full time, union shift work positions. An attractive benefit package and a wage increase are offered after a 35 shift probation period is successfully completed. Typical duties for an Entry Level Labourer include but are not limited to: â€˘ Piling and sorting lumber â€˘ Manual lifting of materials from approximately 5 pounds to 100 pounds â€˘ Feeding and tailing moulders, presses and saws â€˘ Applying putty to wood products â€˘ Priming wood products â€˘ General clean up duties These jobs are physically demanding. Applicants must be physically capable to perform the above duties safely and efficiently in a busy industrial environment. Apply in person at 4175 Crozier Road, Armstrong B.C. between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday to Friday, attention to the Quality Control Manager. No phone calls or emails please. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 17, 2014. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

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The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is seeking a GENERAL MANAGER who has business experience and management skills, is a captivating public speaker, is passionate about helping businesses in our community to flourish and who has talent to initiate growth. Visit our website at: www.vernonchamber.ca/opportunities/ employment.html for further information and to apply. Application Deadline: February 3, 2014

CUSTOMER CARE REPRESENTATIVE (Part-Time, Wed-Fri) Vernon Clinic

Our award-winning hearing health care organizaĆ&#x;on currently seeks an eager-to-learn, service-oriented and caring individual to work 3 days/ week between our North and South Vernon locaĆ&#x;ons. DuĆ&#x;es include general oÄ¸ce administraĆ&#x;on, billing, client service, sales, cleaning and repairs (training provided). Experience working with the elderly and/or hard of hearing considered an asset. RecepĆ&#x;on/oÄ¸ce experience and MS OÄ¸ce knowledge required. To apply, please visit the Careers secĆ&#x;on of our website at www.connecthearing.ca/careers/ or email your resume and cover leĆŠer to hr@connecthearing.ca. Only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Routes Available Consider being an independent carrier for ARMSTRONG

INVENTORY CLERK

(Temporary-Two Positions Available) Kal Tire is a Canadian company that was founded in 1953 and has grown to become Canadaâ€™s largest independent tire dealer. Based in 9ernon BC Kal Tire has Ă€ourished by focusing on customer serYice and teamwork. Kal Tireâ€™s key differentiator is its 5000+ Kal Tire team members who are committed to exceeding the customerâ€™s expectations with the best technical skills Tuality products competitiYe prices and exceptional serYice aYailable anywhere. These temporary positions haYe come aYailable due to the replacement of our current point of sale system. :e are seeking detail oriented indiYiduals with excellent data entry skills to Moin our ,nYentory team based in our ofÂżce in 9ernon BC. The ,nYentory Clerks will be responsible for ensuring that steps within our store conYersion process haYe been completed and are accurate. There will be weekend work required after the store has closed. These are full time temporary positions consisting of a minimum 9 month terms. $ detailed Mob description and list of qualiÂżcations along with further information regarding Kal Tire may be Yiewed on our website at kaltire. com/careers. Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Inventory Clerk opportunity. Please submit your resume to careers@kaltire.com by January 15th indicating Inventory Clerk and Job ID # 977 in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted. For current career opportunities please visit us today! kaltire.com/careers

RT 520 - Highland Park Dr & Highland Park Cres â€˘ 40 papers â€˘ Avail. now BELLA VISTA RT 5 - 27 Ave & 41 St â€˘ 124 papers â€˘ Avail. now BX RT 105 - PV Rd & 16 St â€˘ 71 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 108 - Cascade & Mutrie Rd â€˘ 96 papers â€˘ Avail. now COLDSTREAM RT 204 - Coldstream Cr Rd & Hillside Dr â€˘ 73 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 216 - Giles Dr & DeJong Dr â€˘ 92 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 220 - Lakeview Dr & College Dr â€˘ 94 papers â€˘ Avail. now EAST HILL RT 61 - 15 St & 16 St â€˘ 116 papers â€˘ Avail. Jan 8 RT 64 - 21 Ave & Pottery Rd â€˘ 77 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 65 - 19 Ave & 19 St â€˘ 79 papers â€˘ Avail. now LUMBY RT 601 - Saddleview Ave & Mountain Ave â€˘ 110 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 603 - Catt & Fairview â€˘ 80 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 604 - Shuswap & Bessette â€˘ 109 papers â€˘ Avail. now MISSION HILL RT 14 - 15 Cres & Valleyview Pl â€˘ 168 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 92 - Argyle Ave & 39 St â€˘ 144 papers â€˘ Avail. now RT 122 - 17 Ave & 34 St â€˘ 54 papers â€˘ Avail. Jan 19 SWAN LAKE RT 309 - Rimer Rd & Butters Rd â€˘ 60 papers â€˘ Avail. now

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VALUED ANovemberE4, 1961READERS â€“ December 31, 2013 With the cold weather comes icy roads and driveways

It is with great sadness that the family of Charlie John Sowczenko announces his sudden passing on December 31, 2013 at the age of 52. Charlie wastry born Elko and Zena Sowczenko Please totokeep your driveway on November 4, 1961 in Vernon, B.C., the andofwalkway clear of will icebeand eighth nine children. Charlie fondly remembered for hisour quick smile, infecĆ&#x;ous help us keep carriers safe laugh, and his ability to ÄŽx or build anything. â€œAsk Charlie!from He willaccidents. know where to ÄŽnd it and how to make it work!â€? Some carriers will be choosing

Charlie spent many in Alberta and across to deliver afteryears school to prevent Canada building houses. He then moved back morning slips. to Vernonearly to be near his mother, where he met

his spouse of 22 years, Shari, and was blessed with a son, Brian, and a stepson, Jimmy. Charlie enjoyed countless hours with his sons and nephews, sharing hisThevast how-to knowledge. Charlie will be greatly missed by his many friends and family members.

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Predeceased by his father, Elko, his mother, Zena, brothers Val and Danny, and his nephew, Brian. Survived by his loving wife, Shari Campbell (nee Procter), son Brian Sowczenko, stepson Jimmy Campbell, sisters Luby (Mark), Lucy (Bill), Helen (Tim), brothers Victor, Paul (Lori), and David, and numerous nephews and nieces. An informal gathering for family and friends will be held at Charlieâ€™s family home at 611 Browne Road in Vernon on Saturday, January 18th at 2 p.m.

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Services

Painting & Decorating

Help Wanted

Medical/Dental

Psychics

GENERAL LABOUR AND/ OR SUB-CONTRACTOR REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY.

CDA (part-time) required for the Community Dental Access Centre in Vernon. Non Profit Charity Dental Clinic. Please call 250-212-3960 lainelowe@gmail.com

Gain clarity for the new year on your love, finances & career. 45 yrs exp. Call for appointment. Ana 778-930-2602

MUST BE RELIABLE, AND ABLE TO MULTI-TASK. MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENCE AND CLEAN DRIVERS ABSTRACT. MUST HAVE SOME SORT OF INSULATION AND OR CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE. PLEASE FAX RESUMES TO (250)-546-6233 OR CONTACT OFFICE @ (250)-546-3456.

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Renee Hubert or Marie Harding Estate Administrators at 250-545-2136 to set up your FREE consultation in Vernon. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience. BDO Canada Limited. Trustee in Bankruptcy. 202-2706 30th Ave., Vernon , BC V1T 2B6

Field Manager Positions

Coral Beach Farms Ltd. is looking for full time, permanent Field Managers to manage large and diverse crews in year-round field work. Experience specific to cherry farming is necessary to efficiently manage crews and complete planting, grafting, pruning, spraying, irrigation and picking of cherries. Must also have experience with Quality Control of cherry picking, and be able to administer health and safety training to crews. Must be willing and able to work in all weather conditions, for 40-50 hours per week, 5-6 days per week. These hours are subject to change during our harvest season. A second language is an asset. Wage is $16$18/hour. Apply by fax at 250766-0813 or e-mail at: jobs@coralbeach.ca. PRODUCTION WORKERS Wood Productionpackaging,assembly, chop saws, Seasonal! $11.00/hr. Fax resume to 250545-7203 or email valleywoodreman@shaw.ca. Required: Care aid who must live in Vernon, work in private home, female nonsmoker need only respond. (250)5585148, Fax 250-558-5285 Residential Cleaners needed, must have drivers license & criminal record check. Reply to Box #5 c/o The Vernon Morning Star 4407-25th Ave Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 Wanted: Experienced Dispatcher for local Transport Company. We require an experienced transport dispatcher immediately. MUST HAVE TRUCK MATE EXPERIENCE Must have own transportation and be reliable. Wages based on experience. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and have excellent communication skills. ONLY THOSE INDIVIDUALS WITH TRUCKMATE AND DISPATCH EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. Applications will only be accepted by fax or e-mail no walk ins please. Please fax resume to 250-546-0600, or by e-mail to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phone calls please. WANTED Truck Driver with minimum Class 3 with air. Driver’s abstract required. Contact 250-503-4960

Home Care/Support WANTED residential support workers for adults with a variety of challenges both physical and mental. These residences support 4 & 5 individuals with a variety of needs. Education and or experience, CPR first aid, other, plus a willingness to do shift work. This is a casual position on call for three separate operations that run twenty four seven, You will have to obtain a class four drivers license within an allotted amount of time. There is opportunity for movement towards Full & PPT positions within the organization. Send email to spartan@western.ca or call at 250-351-4471.

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST (Kelowna/Vernon area) If you are experienced at the front end with success as a financial or treatment case coordinator, we would like to hear from you. We are a busy dental practice looking for a self starter that pays attention to detail, has advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office) and experience with Cleardent software. As a self starter, you will be able to run the front end proficiently. Experience as a CDA or RDA would be a definite asset but not necessary. Please send your resume and cover letter to Alice Adams. Type your first and last name in the subject line of your email to: jobline@shaw.ca Thanks and good luck.

Trades, Technical Busy Door Company in Okanagan is seeking qualified door tech. Should be experienced in residential/commercial overhead door & automatic gate services and installation. Email doordoctorokanagan@shaw.ca or fax 250-545-2919 HIRING in Fort St John, BC. MILL ELECTRICIANS w/ experience. Wage up to $50/hr, Housing & Benefits. Shift-7days on/ 7off. Email resume: tom@fsjelec.com or fax 250-630-2114 Ph: 250-2634350 PART Time-Spare board drivers needed must be able to cross the border mostly weekend work w/ some shifts during week. Shift work hauling wood chips from the Okanagan to various locations in Canada and the USA. Apply on line at www. sutco.ca or fax resume and abstract (250) 357 2009

Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care. Pressure Washing. Will do pretty much anything. Large or small. Kris 250-308-4100. Carpenter for hire 250-5403520

Help Wanted

Merchandise for Sale

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Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Home Care CAN I HELP? Seniors with chores, errands, personal care bathing, whatever you require. Reasonable rates. Certified Care Aide, 24yrs exp. Eileen 250-307-1081

Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping

Bring your Cabinets back to life with Remedy Cabinets. Renewing and Updating with savings for 21 years. Free estimates 250-309-9673

Misc Services Massage for Men 9-9 daily Winfield - by Al. 250-766-2048

Moving & Storage U1ST - MOVING 2 ton. Prices starting at $65/hr. Call 250859-8362. FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687

Painting & Decorating

PERSONAL LINES AGENT The Vernon office of Johnston Meier Insurance is looking for a professional Personal Lines agent to join their dynamic team. Level 2 license with prior experience. Must possess great customer service and time management skills. Full time position.

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Estates, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Bills etc. Confidential 250-863-3082

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

Feed & Hay 800lb round bales. Grass, grass alfalfa mix. Barn stored, delivery aval 250-309-1420 Grass & alfalfa hay for sale. $4-$5 per bale. 250-838-6765.

Pets Vernon Animal Care Society featured

CAT OF THE WEEK

Mowgley is a young adult neutered male, with a fabulous fur coat and a equally fabulous personality!! For more info to adopt Mowgley please contact Crescent Falls Vet Hospital at 250-545-8200 Wolf Hybrid Cubs. Available now. $1000 Sun Valley Wolf Kennels. Kelowna Go to: www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com or Call (250)-765-4996

Merchandise for Sale

Firearms 12 Gauge Winchester shotgun, 2.75” CHAM, semi automatic, rarely fired, $200. (250)546-3418

Misc. for Sale Birch firewood $180 cord + delivery, Fir $160 + delivery. 250-547-6747 Free Scrap Metal & Vehicle Removal. Nothing too big or too small! We buy batteries, $4. Call (250)309-6107 GE 6.0cuft Commercial Dryer $125 & Frigidaire (extra lrge capacity) front load washer. $150 250-549-3696 German Quarried Crystal Ball 105.938/150mm Antique stand included. $500.firm; Unique Antique Country Style Solid Oak Table 3’8”x4’9” + 2 Leaf $2500.firm; Rare 1970 Malibu Barbie Unopened original $200. firm, 1964 Beatles Ringo 5” $100. firm. 250-3085463 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? IPHONE CASE Brand new, never used Iphone 5 Lifeproof.Multiple colors. Asking $15.00. 250-549-1489 or text 250-3068489 for details. TOP DOLLAR PAID Removal, Scrap Cars & Metals, large or small, Farm & Industrial Equipment, & Complete Property Reclamation. Used Tire Sale (250)503-7003 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240

Misc. Wanted

$220 for fir/cord, local delivery free, Apple wood also aval 250-540-7873

Coin Op Washing/Dryer machines. Any condition. Can pick up. 250-549-0644 PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670

Farm Services

Firewood/Fuel

Roberta’s Painting, Serving Armstrong & area for 7 years Free estimates 250-546-3570 or 250-938-4796.

Help Wanted

Misc. Wanted COLLECTOR looking to buy a coin collection. Also looking for coins, bars, medals, ingots from RC Mint, Franklin Mint, US Mint & others. Todd 250864-3521 I make house calls!

Medical Supplies

EXPERIENCED TAX PREPARERS NEEDED RESUMES TO: OKANAGAN TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES 3010 34TH ST,VERNON or email smahood@shaw.ca

Kitchen Cabinets

Furniture

Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240

Pets & Livestock

David

Lumby, BC

250-549-0324 or

250-547-6815 Financial Services

Email resume to: vernon@jmins.com.

Merchandise for Sale

KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR W/ COMFORT! BRAND NEW QUEEN MATTRESS $160. Still in plastic, mfg. warranty. 250.870.2562

3 Rooms For $299, 2 Coats Any Colour

Merchandise for Sale

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Shavings Sawdust Wood chips Hog fuel Bark Mulch Cedar Mulch Fir Mulch 10-40 Yard Loads • Ogogrow • Firewood

Financial Services

Wanted: 3pt hitch snow blade, 8 or 9 ft. Call (250)306-3442

Livestock

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 Garage Sales

Garage Sales

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES SUNDAY BREAKFAST & FLEA MARKET 5101 - 25TH Ave. EVERY SUNDAY 8 am - 12 pm CALL 250-542-3003

Misc. for Sale

TARPS! TARPS! “BEST PRICES IN TOWN!”

BLUE TARPS

10X8 weave (Medium Duty)

STARTING AT $2.19

WHITE TARPS 10X10 weave (Heavy Duty)

STARTING AT $3.99

BLACK TARPS 14X14 weave (Industrial Duty)

STARTING AT $5.49 Spa Pure Vernon is continuing to grow & get busier. We are now seeking CERTIFIED ESTHETICIANS, SPA PRACTIONERS AND RMT’S. Candidates must have appropriate education, but experience is not necessary, we will provide full training. We offer above average wages as well as tips, commissions & bonuses. Please send your resume Attention: Stephanie. 4300 - 27th Street, Vernon 778-475-6015 • vernon@spapure.ca

FOAM SHOP MATTRESS REPLACEMENTS SINGLE TO KING SIZE 2” TO 6” THICK - CUSTOM CUT OR CUSTOM ORDER MEMORY FOAM TOPPER PADS - 3LB DENSITY SINGLE TO KING SIZE - 2” & 3” THICK

CUSHION REPLACEMENTS TORN OR TATTERED? SOFAS, CHAIRS, OTTOMANS, SNOWMOBILES SEATS, TRACTORS

“Let us give you something to smile about...” CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT required for a progressive, busy general practice with a great team. We require a team player with excellent communication skills, someone who can demonstrate initiative and work well within a team environment. Please forward resume to Dr. Sean Bicknell at info@pleasantvalleydental.ca

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Real Estate

Rentals

Lots

Apt/Condo for Rent

By Owner 1 acre Okanagan Lake View Lot off Tronson Rd, serviced, secure w/private lake access. Offers. 250-275-1626

Mobile Homes & Parks 3 bdrm, mortgagable, new siding, paint & carpets, hardwood floors, appliances. Just reduced, age 55+ $25,900. #16-1600-43 Ave. Look at all offers. 250-558-1511.

Apt/Condo for Rent

VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS

1604 31st Street

45+ Building

1 Bedroom from $625 2 Bedroom from $725 Move in Incentives for Seniors

• NS/NP • Heat and Water Incl. • Fresh Paint, Very Clean • Parking • Coin Laundry • Balcony • Elevator

250-558-9696 250-503-7315

WESTMOUNT APARTMENTS 3611 27th Ave.

2 Bedroom From $84500 +40 Adult, Secure Building, No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator. MOVE IN INCENTIVES AVAILABLE. For more information, please call

250-306-5770

GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong

Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments Walk to downtown Covered parking From $765 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158

Columbia Apartments Available Feb. 1

One bedroom + den Close to downtown. Seniors building. No Pets. Non-smoking.

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Rentals

BRENTWOOD APARTMENTS

2 Bedroom

… available in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included. Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P, N/S. To view, call

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All suites include heat, hydro and hot water, F/S, W/D, AC and DW. No smoking / No pets. Lease Incentives possible for new tenants On-site Resident Manager

250-542-1701 1bdrm apart’s close to rec centre. N/P, N/S. $700 + utils. (250)307-4948 1bdrm apt. Clean & bright, in quiet well managed adult building, bus route, heat, h/w, cable, locker/prkg. n/s n/p Starting $650. 250-550-4069 1LARGE 2bdrm apt. $750 /mo.+hydro, prefer NO PETS (will consider small pet) Avail Now. 250-869-9788. 2BDRM, 1bath, condo, Middleton, $750/mo. Avail Immed. 250-275-3223.

250-545-0962 or 250-503-7977 Discover the Secret!

Hawthorn Lane

Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:

250-503-1257

A New Tradition of Quality Living

Bachelor & 1Bdrm - Downtown near Schubert Centre, bright and clean, F/S, Heat & Hot Water incl. No pets, $500$600/mo Call 250-308-8500 HILLSIDE TERRACE. 39th Ave, ADULT, clean & well maintained; 1 bdrm, 1 bdrm + den N/S, N/P 250-545-5773 Rickford Manor 1 & 2 bdrm suites available to mature renters. No dogs/ No smoking building close to downtown $680.00 and up. Ask about the move in incentives. 250-549- 5254 Willow Manor, 1 & 2 bdrm reno’d suites. 50+ Walk to shops $625 & up. 250-549-9177

Commercial/ Industrial

Office Space For Rent 1500 - 1800 sq. ft. of PRIME OFFICE space in Downtown Vernon.

Rentals

Rentals Townhouses

Duplex / 4 Plex

Homes for Rent

Suites, Lower

2bdrm $800/mo including utilities, f/s, n/s, small pet ok Aval Feb 1, 250-546-9307 2 bdrm, large, near Fulton school, renovated, w/d hookup, neutered cat ok, no dogs, on bus route. $950 util incl. 250-542-4310 250-308-9738. 3bdrm 1 bath, lovely, no stairs, n/s, pet neg, $950. 250558-0969, 250-938-1957 3bdrm, f/s, aval Feb 1, n/s, n/p $950/mo +util, near Harwood school 250-542-8496 Large 2-bdrm upper suite in fourplex, adult oriented, close to Kin Beach, n/s, n/p, util incl $825. (250)351-4181. Large 3bdrm up, 2 down, 2bath, carport, np, $1050 +util, DD, ref’s Feb 1. 250-542-9591

Bella Vista, 3bdrm +den, 3 bath, garage, f/s, w/d, 2 f/p, n/s,n/p. $1400.250-351-4181. Desert Cove, 2bdrm home gated community, 40+, $1200 + utilities, call 250-549-8046 (New) 3bdrm 2 full/bath, upper flr, Bella Vista, 1800sqft. family rm, a/c, 5appl, shared laundry, n/s, n/p, Avail. Feb 1, $1200 + half util. 250-542-9711 aft 4pm OKANAGAN LAKE, New One Level Home, 2 Bdrms plus Den, 2 full Baths, Gourmet Kitchen, Open Living Plan, Fireplace, Double Heated Garage, Private Boat Launch and many other amenities. 20 minute drive to Vernon. Available Immediately $1300 per month, plus utilities. Ask for Don 604319-3327 PREDATOR RIDGE overlooking Birdie Lake. 2 Bdrm & den, avail Feb 1st. Fully furnished. $1300/mo. All appls, o/d pool, double garage. N/P, N/S. Call: 1-(604)649-4966. Waterfront house on Tronson Rd, Vernon. 2bdrms plus a 3rd small bdrm w/stacked w/d. 2 docks, d/w ,a/c, wood burning fp. $1450 plus util 250-5456483

2bdrm basement suite, 1 bath, nice clean,near Walmart, avail now. n/s,n/p 5312 21st street 250-503-6034 or 250542-9565

Homes for Rent

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250-309-1742 Bachelor suite, shared washrooms, some furnished with TV. $500 including utilities & cable TV. vernonhomes.ca/forrent

Thor Chinchilla

Rooms for Rent 2 rooms for rent in Armstrong area, suitable for individual or single parent $250-$350/mo 250-540-7873

Shared Accommodation

REALTOR® PROPERTY MANAGER

250-309-1742 • 2 bedroom renovated home on Kalamalka Rd. 5 appliances, garage, yard. $1400 plus utilities

1bdrm, D.T. from $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644 1bdrm East Hill, shared accom w/d, $500.incl.util.cble/int, bus rte. ns/np. Now. 250-550-0219 Quiet, central, near bus, incl/int, appls, $390+util, DD required. 250-549-7418

vernonhomes.ca/forrent 2bdrm, NS, no drugs/partying. R/R, DD. $950 + util/water. Avail Feb 1. 250-545-5690 3bdrm, 1325 sq ft, 5-appl, central location, n/s, n/p, $1200.incl util. 250-558-3664 3storey Queen Ann estate house on acreage & fruit orchard. 4bdrm + den in heritage home. 1bath with tub/ shower. Appl, f/s, dw, mw, shared w/d, gas/heat & wood fp in living room, wood stove. Formal dining room & separate sunroom. Carport, 1 vehicle. Pets neg, ns. $1300 + shared util. (250)558-3664

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Storage 8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, Sale or Lease.

Suites, Lower 1 bedroom basement suite downtown, $550./mo available now. (250)542-3276 2bdrm, 1bath, Reno’d Kitchen on Kal Lake Rd, close to beach, schools, small dogs ok, n/s, no/parties $900. util incl., 250-275-3188

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Townhouses

On-site parking. Great location, newly renovated.

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Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets.

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Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area.

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Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”.

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MIDDLETON MOUNTAIN 1018 Mt Ida Sunday, 11:00-1:00 $524,900

ARMSTRONG 2510 Wood Ave Sunday, 1:00-2:00 $169,900

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1236 Mt Fosthall Dr Sunday, 1:00-3:00 $497,900

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EAST HILL 9, 1220 - 25 Ave Sunday, 1:00-3:00 $295,000

MIDDLETON MOUNTAIN 1009 Mt Begbie Dr Sunday, 1:00-3:00 $435,000

523 Middleton Cl Sunday, 1:00-3:00 $569,900

NEW Level Entry 1 Bedroom suite. W/D, N/P, N/S. $850/month includes cable, internet, utilities. Available immediately 250-308-2757

Suites, Upper 1bdrm suite aval immed. $800 util/incl. pet friendly 7949 Old Kamloops Rd. 250-545-0733 2bdrm, Armstrong, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, ref’s & Deposit req’d. $800. incl util. 250-306-9909, 250-546-3383 3bdrm, 1.5 bath East Hill, n/s, no cats, $1200 incl water. (250)549-0738

For Rent in Vernon

3 storey 3 bedroom townhouse @ 4100 25th Ave, Vernon. Rent per month is $850.00 plus utilities (hydro & gas). Unit has single car garage, washer, dryer, fridge, stove & dishwasher. No pets. For more information please call 250-5463005 and ask to speak to Sherri or email kindale@kindale.net

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3 bedroom townhouse! Call Peter for details and get a break on the rent! Peter Hill 250.558.8362 2bdrm, f/s, dw, w/d, NS, small pet ok. Alexis Park. $900/mo + util AvailJan 15.250-558-0644

Rentals Townhouses 3bdrm Alexis Park, W/D, Avail Immediately, $1050/mo. To view contact Ron @ 250-3089108 or 250-542-9106

Transportation

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Cars - Sports & Imports 2009 Toyota Corolla S No issues, drives great. Just needed truck,2 1/2 years extended warranty through Toyota Summers and new Winter tires Hitch for a bike rack, Standard, 97,000 kms. Great reliable car.250 938 4304

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2007 Buick Allure CXL. 15,800 km. Leather interior. Many features. Excellent condition. One owner. Dealer serviced. 4 new Nokian winter tires on 17 inch rims, 4 new summer tires. Some warranty remaining. $15,000. 250-5450441.

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COURT BAILIFF SALE The Court Bailiff will offer for sale by sealed tender, the interest of the Judgment debtor Susan Nancy Kelly in the following goods and chattels, which are purported to be as follows:

1972 Moduline Premier Mobile Home 53 x 12 • Serial 1739 Sealed offers marked “7661” will be received at the Court Bailiffs Office located at 3120 - 30th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 2C2 up to and including 11:00 am January 27th, 2014. The chattel is located at #49 - 2005 Boucherie Road, Westbank, B.C. for viewing. Terms of Sale and Conditions of Sale, please visit www.interiorbailiffs.com for more information. 250-549-2727 • Peter Van Bogedom, Court Bailiff Area 9

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