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RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

An arrest has been made after a Vernon senior was robbed. Police took a 27-year-old woman into custody in relation to an incident at the CIBC bank machine on 30th Avenue Feb. 10. “She is known to police,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. During the incident, an 83-year-old man was withdrawing money from the bank machine when someone allegedly reached around him and grabbed the cash. The man grabbed the suspect’s jacket, but the suspect was able to get loose and leave the building. Police went over video surveillance and a description of the suspect was issued to residents. “Numerous people called in and said, ‘I think it’s so and so,’” said Molendyk. The 27-year-old woman was released and is expected to appear in court at a future date. Specific charges have not been determined. While he was following the suspect outside of the bank, the senior slipped on some snow and fell, cutting the back of his head and injuring his shoulder.

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Gloria Hillard (above) checks out the titles in the mystery section at the Vernon library Monday, the first day residents were allowed back in following a flood two weeks ago. One-year-old Gabrielle Friesen looks for her mom’s approval as she finds some interesting titles in the new children’s corner and story time area in the upstairs of the library, where most titles have been moved. Staff are doing all they can to accommodate residents as a full opening may not be until April.

Crash claims Fulton student

A popular student from Fulton Secondary has officially been identified as the person killed in an accident on the Trans-Canada Highway near Lytton Friday. Dante Tiberius Darkazanli, 15, was a passenger in an SUV which was involved in a fourvehicle collision on Highway 1 about 25 kilometres east of Darkazanli Lytton at about 11:30 a.m. Friday. Darkazanli died at the scene of the collision. RCMP report one of the four vehicles involved

in the crash was a tanker truck and first responders had to deal with a fire involving this truck. The BC Coroners Service and RCMP Traffic Services continue to investigate the accident. At Fulton Secondary Monday, counsellors from the Vernon school district, along with North Okanagan Youth and Family Services, were brought in for grieving students. “We read a statement out to our students and had many counsellors on hand to support the students. Those counsellors were used,” said Fulton principal Ken Gatzke. “Dante was a well-known student in our school and a wonderful student.” Staff and students from the school have also been a shoulder for Darkazanli’s family to lean on.

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Opposition fails to derail tourism plan richard rolke Morning Star Staff

Vernon politicians remain committed to a tourism strategy despite vocal opposition. About 35 residents attended a public hearing Monday and while most spoke against rezoning 3004 39th Avenue to allow for a tourism booth, council voted 4-1 for third reading of the zoning bylaw. “We decided in November that consolidating (tourism booths) is a good idea and being close to downtown is good for economic development,” said Coun. Brian Quiring. However, that view wasn’t supported by most of the residents in the audience. “This is a very high-density neighbourhood,” said Maurie Deaton, who owns property near the site next to Civic Arena. “You’re asking for 16,000 people and their dogs to be in their backyards. Tourism is important but so are the people in the neighbourhood.” Much of the concern revolved around traffic and the view that vehicles, including large RVs, will have a difficult time getting from the highway and on to 39th Avenue. “There’s a turning lane but no (turning) light. You can’t get off there,” said resident Roy Heinrichs, adding that vehicles waiting to turn will back up traffic. A left-turn light on 32nd Street could cost $140,000, with it being split between the city and the Ministry of Transportation. The city would be responsible for any turn lights on 27th Street. Some speakers also suggested that large RVs will be unable to make right-hand turns on to 39th Avenue from 32nd Street. Many of the speakers stated the current north and

south tourism booths serve the needs of visitors and the city’s centralization plan will not work. “Tourist centres should be visible. By relocating it to 39th Avenue, it’s not visible,” said resident Eric Jackson. Mike Mattinson, who runs a bed and breakfast, is concerned visitors won’t find the new tourism centre and that will disrupt his customer flow. “Seventy per cent of my business comes from the visitors centre,” he said. “If customers don’t go into that rezoned area, we go under.” However, support for the city’s plan came from businessperson Ingrid Baron, who says the 39th Avenue site is near hotels and restaurants. “It will be a catalyst to beautify the area,” said Baron, a member of the city’s tourism advisory committee. When it came time for third reading for the rezoning bylaw, a majority of council was in favour. “A traffic study has been done and it shows there’s enough room to turn,” said Coun. Catherine Lord. Coun. Juliette Cunningham is confident visitors will find the new location. “We’ll have signage. If someone is determined to stay at a bed and breakfast in the community, they will find the tourist information centre,” she said. The only council member to vote against third reading was Bob Spiers (Mary-Jo O’Keefe was absent). “I’m getting more concerned about the economics. I’m not sure the (financial) figures are accurate,” he said. City staff have stated that centralizing tourism services will save $70,000 annually and $292,215 will be needed to renovate the building. The rezoning bylaw could be adopted by council March 10.

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RCMP still seeking info on assault richard rolke

“It’s a file with many twists and turns.”

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Public assistance is being sought after an alleged assault and possible forcible confinement. According to the Vernon RCMP, a 28-yearold woman was assaulted, sustained threats and may have been forcibly confined by up to five individuals Feb. 20. “This is still an ongoing file,” said Gord Molendyk, detachment spokesman. “It’s a file with many twists and turns.”

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The incident took place between 7 and 8:30 a.m. in the area of 35th Avenue and 34th Street and then in 3700 block of Pleasant Valley Road. The vehicle involved was a blue Toyota 4Runner.

One or two suspects were arrested and the remainder of the suspects are still being sought. The victim sustained minor injuries and it’s believed she knew the suspects. Anyone with information about the incident or saw suspicious activity in those areas is asked to contact Const. Bowhey at the Vernon detachment or at stephanie.bowhey@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. “A couple were observed assisting the woman and they are asked to contact the detachment because they may have valuable information,” said Molendyk.

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News RCMP recover stolen vehicles from property RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

RCMP officers have broken up what they believe is an alleged chop-shop. On Feb. 17, a property in the 2200 block of Highway 97 in Spallumcheen was searched and 10 vehicles and a travel-trailer were located. “Seven of them were reported stolen in 2014 within the North Okanagan area,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. “This would be classified as a chop-shop. Some of the vehicles were in the process of being dismantled.”

The items found included six F350 pickups from 2003 to 2009, one 2006 Dodge truck, two quads, one Razor ATV and a 24-foot traveltrailer. No one was on the property at the time and the investigation continues to determine if all of the vehicles were stolen. “No arrests have been made at this time,” said Molendyk, adding that officers are being assisted by ICBC specialists. It’s unlikely vehicles will be returned to their original owners.

Trailer fire briefly closes highway Morning Star Staff

A burning trailer shut down a portion of Highway 97 in Lake Country Sunday. At about 5:13 a.m., RCMP received a report of a semi trailer engulfed in flames in the north bound lane of Highway 97, just north of Pelmewash Parkway. “The driver heard a loud bang and the rear tires were on fire,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. The trailer full of apple juice was on its way to Calgary. Police and firefighters attended and at first there was single-lane alternating traffic after a brief delay. Eventually, the highway was fully re-opened except for a short portion where the burned trailer remained parked until Monday. “The roads were very slippery for several hours afterwards,” said Molendyk of the water being pumped on to the road freezing and causing icy conditions. “The fire was also hot enough to damage the asphalt.” It’s believed the fire was caused by a mechanical issue with the trailer. A Good Samaritan from Vernon stopped to assist the driver and passenger by letting them

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A standard road check in Armstrong kept police busy. On Sunday at 12:07 p.m., an officer was conducting a seatbelt inspection on Smith Drive when a Honda Civic was pulled over with three people inside. “Each one was issued a ticket of some form,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. One of the passengers was issued a ticket for not wearing a seatbelt while a computer check determined ICBC wanted the 25-year-old male driver served for a four-month driving prohibition. On top of this, the police officer was concerned about the physical condition of the vehicle so an inspection order was issued to the registered owner who was a passenger. “This means he needs to get the vehicle fixed and inspected before driving it again,” said Molendyk. RCMP send a message Motorists are being warned that winter is not over. During snowfall Feb. 20, Vernon RCMP officers responded to several accidents where motorists were not driving in relation to road conditions or they had inadequate tires. “We will still get quick snowfalls and conditions will be slippery,” said Gord Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson. “Winter is not over until the end of March.” Some motorists did not have proper snow tires on their vehicles or all-season tires that had poor tread.

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171 Brookfield Road The South ½ of the Southwest ¼ of Sec 5, Twp 40, ODYD, Except Plan 28492 Non Urban (N.U) Country Residential (C.R) and Non-Urban (N.U) Rezone a portion of the property to potentially allow for a 2 lot plus remainder subdivision.

Olympians celebrated Morning Star Staff

Vernon Mayor Rob Sawatzky is honoured to lend his support to a pair of Vernon Olympians. The city is helping to celebrate Vernon’s Olympic spirit and hometown Olympians Kevin Hill (snowboard cross) and Justin Dorey (half pipe) today from 3 to 6 p.m. at Kal Tire Place. “We share the pride the community feels for the standards of Olympic sports excellence that Kevin and Justin have achieved,” said Sawatzky. “We are proud to help the community in honouring them for their dedication and for the joy their endeavors have given us.” Hill finished second in the small final of his event, placing eighth overall, and will be in attendance this afternoon. He will have 10 of his World Cup bibs to give away to kids who attend.

Hill’s sister, Shanda, said it was important for her brother to say thanks to the community. “Kevin is a true ambassador for Vernon,” said Shanda. “He has traveled all over the world and yet he is passionately in love with Vernon and the Okanagan, and all who know him will attest to that.” Dorey, who led the first-ever Olympic men’s ski halfpipe after two qualifying runs, and appeared en route to a potential gold-medal-winning score when he crashed on a landing (finished 12th overall) is unable to make today’s celebration. It is believed some of his family will be in attendance. Today’s celebration is open to everyone. Other event sponsors include Real Canadian Superstore, Tim Hortons, Save-On Foods, Rancho Vignola and Sure Copy.

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All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the adoption of Rezoning Bylaw No. 2611, 2013 shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw. Copies of the Bylaw and relevant staff report[s] may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of North Okanagan on or after February 26, 2014 and up to and including March 5, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Statutory holidays. You may provide input: By e-mail: publichearing@rdno.ca prior to 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5th, 2014. By letter: to the address provided below, please ensure that letter is received at the RDNO office prior to 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5th, 2014; or In Person: Attend the Public Hearing to present submissions. Be advised that: 1. Your name and residential address must be included with your submission; and 2. Written submissions are subject to public disclosure. PLANNING DEPARTMENT 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC V1B 2K9 Phone: 250-550-3746 / Fax: 250-550-3701 NO SUBMISSIONS ON THE ABOVE BYLAW WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING

Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1835 proposes to change the Official Community Plan land use designation of an 1.48 ha portion of the property legally described as Lot A, Sec 26, Twp 17, R10, W6M, KDYD, Plan KAP92264 and located at 4590 Chamberlaine Road from Country Residential to Small Holding. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1836 proposes to rezone the same 1.48 ha portion of the property located at 4590 Chamberlaine Road from the Country Residential (C.R) zone to the Small Holding (S.H) zone. Rezoning the property would potentially allow it to be subdivided into two new lots. The owner of the property located at 4590 Chamberlaine Road has also requested the Township’s approval to remove a covenant from the title of the property. The covenant states that the subject property may not be further subdivided without the consent of the Township of Spallumcheen. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by these Bylaws and requests shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the above Bylaws. Copies of the subject Bylaws and Covenant may be inspected at the office of the Township of Spallumcheen between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. For further information, please contact Greg Routley of the Planning Department (250) 550-3734 or by e-mail at greg.routley@rdno.ca. NO SUBMISSIONS TO COUNCIL WILL BE RECEIVED FOLLOWING CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Greg Betts Administrator

Injured cougar killed roger knox Morning Star Staff

Conservation officers shot and killed an injured cougar in Coldstream Tuesday. Officers received a report at 5 a.m. that a full-sized adult cat was observed a halfblock from Kidston Elementary School. “Officers from Vernon and Kelowna responded and just before noon, they found a track with blood in it,” said Sgt. Josh Lockwood of the North Okanagan Conservation Office service. The track was followed to Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park, where officers came upon the injured cougar. “He had bites all over him and it looked like his left leg was nearly amputated above the left front paw,” said Lockwood, who believes the cat was involved in a territorial dispute with another cougar.

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Teachers prepare to vote Teachers insist they aren’t trying to disrupt classrooms. North Okanagan-Shuswap and Vernon teachers will participate in a provincewide strike vote March 4, 5 and 6 to pressure the government on a range of contract issues. “We’re looking for better support for students and a fair deal for teachers,” said Heather Malcolm, Vernon Teachers Association president. If job action occurs, the B.C. Teachers Federation says Malcolm phase one would not include immediate school closures, or stop teachers from participating in extracurricular activities or affect report cards and communication with teachers. Job action could escalate depending on progress at the negotiating table, says the union. Bargaining has occurred between the BCTF and the B.C. Public School Employers Association for a year, but the union says unrealistic concessions are being sought by the employer. “I’m hearing they (teachers) are frustrated so they will likely vote for some form of job action,”

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of committees has climbed from five to about 20. They range from accessibility and economic development to environmental, parking and transportation demand management. “They take a lot of staff and council work,” said Sawatzky, adding that the issue of committees was raised by KPMG in last year’s core services review. “We want to make them more efficient while providing the ser-

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Internal operations could be reduced at Vernon city hall. Council is debating its committee structure and whether some committees are abandoned. “We’ve been interested in rationalization of the committee process for some time,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky. In recent years, the number

vices the committees provide.” Committee membership can include councillors, city staff and community volunteers. Sawatzky would not speculate on what committees may be eliminated, if any. However, he did point out that some groups should have a natural shelf life. “If some committees do work well and establish frameworks, they don’t need to exist (forever),” he said.

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All ideas will be considered as Vernon attempts to pay tribute to a long-time community advocate. Vernon council has formed a committee to review public suggestions on how to honour Nicol, who was a councillor for 22 years and died Jan. 15 from cancer. “It will have more meaning if the community gives input,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. Cunningham will serve as chairperson and ask specific individuals to sit as members and review any suggestions. A method will be determined to get feedback from the public, but some residents have already had their say. “One suggestion is the band shell in Polson Park or naming a street,” said Cunningham. Nicol’s former council

colleagues are also considering how he should be honoured. “I’d like to see something in Polson Park because that’s where his Canada Day activities

took place,” said Coun. Catherine Lord. Nicol was chairperson of Vernon’s Canada Day festivities for decades and was active in other organizations,

as well as chairperson of the Regional District of North Okanagan. It’s expected the committee will make a recommendation to council by May 26.

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said Malcolm. Despite a recent court ruling, the BCTF says the employer is seeking changes in class sizes, class composition and staffing levels for teacher/ librarians, counsellors, special education and other specialist teachers. “We want smaller class sizes and more supports so kids are better served,” said Malcolm. According to the union, teachers are not being offered a wage increase. “Despite most other public sector workers receiving increases in the range of 3.5 to four per cent over two years as part of the co-operative gains mandate, the government has directed BCPSEA to pursue a totally different agenda with teachers,” said Jim Iker, BCTF president. The Vernon School District is watching the labour situation closely. “We will have to deal with the situation as it unfolds,” said chairperson Bill Turanski, adding that the district can’t make any plans until it knows what form of job action may occur. In terms of the union’s demands, Turanski says the district is experiencing financial challenges. “All of these (demands) require additional personnel. We don’t have the money to recruit additional personnel,” he said. “Until we get additional funding, we are bound by what the Ministry of Education provides us.”

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ernon’s mayor learned Monday that you sometimes have to go with the flow. Rob Sawatzky tried to take a firm hand during a public hearing on rezoning property next to Civic Arena although the full house wanted to talk about the city’s proposal to relocate the visitor information centre to that neighbourhood. “We’re not here to discuss the process the tourism advisory committee pursued (in determining a location),” he told the first speaker who veered from the narrow focus of the session. But after a few more speakers, it became evident that Sawatzky had accepted reality. “I’ve kind of given up,” he said of sticking to a hearing strictly based on zoning. And that was a logical Richard Rolke move given that the city set the tone for the discussion even before the public hearing had started. As residents filed into council chambers, they were handed a document entitled, FAQ about visitor services and the centralization of Vernon visitor centres. It explained the role of visitor centres, how the role is changing, centre usage, the challenges with the current locations, why the new site is preferred and projected cost savings. Not once in the document is there any mention of rezoning, which was supposed to be the sole intent of the public hearing. Now the simple fact that such a document was produced demonstrates that city officials are more than aware of the concerns, if not downright opposition, about shutting down the existing tourism booths and shifting visitors’ traffic patterns. They had to know Monday’s debate wouldn’t just be about shifting zoning from

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street-oriented commercial to public institutional. “This is the only avenue people have to express their disbelief in this location,” said Coun. Bob Spiers, the only member of council to vote against the zoning bylaw. And the discussion should go beyond just zoning as building renovations will cost $292,215, traffic on Highway 97 could be impacted and residents in that immediate neighbourhood have to adjust to the comings and goings of visitors. While the city’s tourism advisory committee endorsed the new site, was there broad consultation with the tourism sector to see what impact moving the centre may have on them? At least one tourism operator stated Monday that he had not been approached ahead of time. But perhaps the biggest hit for transparency and due process came when it was revealed that there is a sign in the 39th Avenue building stating, “Coming soon, new home of the visitor centre.” “How can you do that, when you don’t have the proposal approved?” resident Ken Cuffe asked council. In relation to the sign, staff explained that council had already given its blessing to the location in November and the rezoning is purely procedural to ensure the proper land use. That’s all true, but without rezoning, it’s been made abundantly clear that the tourism information centre would not go there. So, posting the sign before the public had its say and a final council vote was extremely premature. Perception is everything in government, and many residents left Monday’s public hearing not feeling good about the experience. “It’s already a done deal,” said one man. “We might as well just get up and go.” And get up and go is exactly what they did.

The horrors of last week’s shooting of protesters in Kyiv, Ukraine turned to euphoria by Friday, when it became clear that president Viktor Yanukovych had been all but deposed. At the root of the lengthy protests was the decision to turn down closer relations with the European Union, instead turning to Russia, its neighbour and former master in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. While this decision was endorsed by many Ukrainian residents, particularly those of Russian origin, many others disagreed. They wish to move towards a more European way of life, with a more open society, better mobility and, hopefully, a stronger democracy and economy. Yanukovych’s departure from Kyiv, and perhaps most importantly, the opening up of his former villa outside Kyiv to the public, showing his opulent way of living and documenting his spending, have likely put an end to any chance he has of being part of Ukraine’s future. This welcome show of glasnost has likely caused Russia’s Vladimir Putin to think twice as well. Ukraine is still in a very fragile state. Now more than ever, it is important for Canada to offer support to the Ukrainian people and help ensure that upcoming elections are free and fair. Canada can have an important voice in Ukraine — this country has the third-largest population of people of Ukrainian background, behind Ukraine and Russia. Our tangible and meaningful support at this time is crucial. — Langley Times

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do not often agree with Tom Fletcher but I must agree with his "Hopeless wish list for 2014," which deals mainly with political representation. He starts off criticizing Christy Clark’s governance model as "worthy of a South American banana republic," because of the lack of legislative sittings and real debate. He concludes, "Stephen Harper would approve." Perhaps that is because two of Ms Clark’s main advisors are Preston Manning and Stockwell Day, both staunch Harperite conservatives. He continues by expanding on the idea of real debate rather than the scoring of points for a never-ending political campaign. The solution to that would be a truly representational chamber based on a proportional system rather than our archaic/ REPORT RANKLES Having just read Colin Mayes' recent MP report, I have ample cause to wonder at the absolute gall of both him and the leader of his party. Mr. Mayes, in a rambling, trumpeting, diatribe, attempts to defend Stephen Harper and the Conservatives by asking us to believe that they "have a track record of insuring equal liberty to all and providing more open and transparent government." Canadian Press, on the other hand, reports (via the Globe & Mail) that the advocacy group Democracy Watch has the following to say: "The federal Conservatives continue to try to spin their limited online data activities as an actual open government action plan, and continue to refuse to keep their commitments to strengthening the rules and enforcement systems in federal transparency, ethics, anti-corruption, lobbying, consultation, whistleblower protection, political finance, and waste prevention laws." Even the Conservatives themselves, or at least some of them, are not buying into Mr. Harper's spin. The same CP article states that, "Some members of a high-level panel struck by the Conservatives to offer advice on increasing transparency in government say a recently-

non-representative first past the post system, in which a minority can rule the majority. While I agree that in the past election the NDP were much in need of a stronger policy, I’m not sure Tony Blair is the role model. Under his tutelage, the U.K. followed the U.S. financial moves in creating the 2007/08 financial collapse, from which the "too big to fail banks" in the western

released open-door plan doesn't go far enough." Weighing in from below the 49th parallel, then-U.S. secretary of state Hillary Clinton added, "Those governments that hide from public view and dismiss the idea of openness and the aspirations of their people for greater freedom will find it increasingly difficult to maintain peace and security." Mr. Mayes, it is difficult to accept your assertions when a respected advocacy group, members of your own party and a senior official from our omnipresent neighbour all offer a point of view that is completely counter to that espoused by you and the PM. I haven't bothered to cite from the almost daily news reports that continue to paint a picture of a rigid, controlling, secretive and manipulative government, a government with values that have nothing in common with those of the Conservative's oft-mentioned grassroots citizens. Mark Levey RAISING QUESTIONS I would like to comment on Jeff Conners' article about e-cigarettes. Mr. Conners leaves a very negative impression about e-cigs in his article, stating concerns such as

financial system were bailed out by the government (meaning we, the taxpayers). Yes, we need media that is interested in more than conflict and 10-second sound bites. Context and perspective are missing in many cases, as with the post office where the CEO, who makes about $500,00 per annum and has 23 forms of vice-president beneath him, has decided, along with the think-tank he chairs, to cut out mail

social acceptability, encouraging children, and use in areas where cigarettes are allowed. After visiting the recommended quitnow.ca website, I can see that Mr. Conners is repeating the stance that has been taken by Health Canada. Health Canada's position seems to be based on the fact that, "At present there is insufficient data to evaluate the health risks to users from short- or long-term use of e-cigarettes," and "Nicotine is a highly addictive and toxic substance, and the inhalation of propylene glycol is a known irritant." My first question would be, why have nicotine gum and patches been not only approved, but recommended by Health Canada as a quitting aid, but an inhaled version has not? Surely there is sufficient data that has been done on nicotine by now? Yes, children picking up e-cigarettes is a concern, but he gives the impression that any child can get one, and this will lead to a smoking habit. E-cigarettes are still unavailable to people under the age of 19, the same as regular cigarettes. Regarding the raising of social acceptability of smoking, I think Mr. Conners and Health Canada are reaching a little. Our society has gone a long way towards making

delivery to many people. Finally he calls upon, "Facts to go with opinions," labelling the "government’s fantasy figures on job creation" as his top choice. His last wish is truly hopeless, that the auditor general is to scrutinize government advertising "to make sure it is accurate and non-partisan." Of course then it would not be advertising, and one always has to be careful with the facts as they themselves can be manipulated, especially economic facts that are continuously redefined to suit the necessities of government and their corporate partners. Well written, Mr. Fletcher. While we may vary on specific instances, your hopeless wish list is probably going to remain that way. Jim Miles

smoking unacceptable, particularly in public. This can be seen by watching smokers shivering in the rain outside a workplace or shopping center, oftentimes looking for ashtrays that were removed long ago. What I do know is what I see with my own eyes. I know of only four people that have picked up e-cigarettes. All four of those people were smokers previous to buying the e-cig, and all four bought it to help them quit smoking. Three of those four cases found it to be exceptionally good at helping them to break the smoking habit. Not only are they free from cigarettes, but the whole habit is changing, requiring less and less time using the e-cig as well. I have never been a smoker, but I have been around smokers all of my life, with many good friends and loved ones having the habit. Being around someone using an e-cigarette is a world of difference from a regular cigarette. There is no nauseating smell of smoldering smoke, no residue on the walls or their fingers, and their breath is clean and pleasant. I agree that nicotine in any form is harmful and I am not advocating that anyone should pick up and use a harmful substance for enjoyment, whether it is an e-cigarette or

a regular one. However, if you are trying to get off of a toxic, poisonous, cancer-causing, addictive substance, a switch to anything less harmful would surely be a better thing. Robert Symons

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growth and building in the municipality. That doesn’t sit well with some farmers. The township received four letters from those with farm land who felt the DCCs are unfair. “The proposed DCC has no added value to viable farmers,” wrote one. “All services and infrastructure must still be paid for by the farmer.” “Spall roads are used by everyone, not just farmers,” wrote another. Coun. Christine Fraser pointed out that there is a belief among some residents that the DCCs are a done deal. Not so. “This is all part of the public consultation process,” said Fraser. An open house was held in January and Fraser said more consultation will be done.

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Some people are against development cost charges (DCCs) in the Township of Spallumcheen. Others are saying “just tax us more.” The township is beginning to assemble public comments resulting from its proposal of implementing DCCs, a onetime charge levied on new development to assist financing the cost of upgrading roads. Christine Fraser The township does not presently have a DCC program in place. The proposed charges would be used to help fund road construction projects related to

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Travel the world through film The Vernon Film Society gets ready to reel its 20th International Film Festival at the Towne For The Morning Star

The Vernon Film Society presents its 20th annual International Film Festival with films from 11 different countries including South Africa, Iran, Italy, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Two films will be screened every night at the Vernon Towne Cinema, starting this Friday to Thursday, March 6. The first film, Friday at 5:15 p.m., is The Invisible Woman, starring Ralph Fiennes as Charles Dickens. It is a passionate period drama following the secret affair that ended Dickens’ marriage, inspired characters in his novels, and lasted until his death in 1870. Gloria, Chile’s entry for Best Foreign film at the 2014 Academy Awards, features a late50s woman who wants a real romance, ideally with a partner who loves to dance. A sensitive portrayal of a woman facing the reality of aging, Gloria is unwilling to compromise in affairs of the heart. Gloria screens Friday at 7:45 p.m. The Past, Saturday at 5:15 p.m., is a tale of an immigrant struggling to get by in a foreign country. Ahmad, an Iranian, travels to Paris to finalize his divorce from his French wife. Ethical dilemmas are examined as the children are caught in the conflict between their parents while emotional failure and marital collapse take centre stage. Saturday at 7:45 p.m. is Cutie Pie and the Boxer, showcasing an 80-year-old pugilist painter as he prepares for his latest show, hoping to reinvigorate his career. His wife, Noriko, seeks her own recognition through her Cutie illustrations. The depiction of their 40-year marriage is a touching meditation on the eternal themes of love and sacrifice. Le Week-End , from the U.K., is described as bracing, prickly, and full of passion. Meg and Nick (Jim Broadbent) are reliving their honeymoon in Paris, but they have not left their conflicts at home. Sharply comic, yet deadly serious, Le Week-End is full of surprises.

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It screens Sunday at 5:15 p.m. Sunday at 7:45 p.m. is Kill Your Darlings, starring Daniel Radcliffe as Beat Generation icon Allen Ginsberg. The story centers on a murder investigation during the poet’s early years at Columbia University. The arrest of Ginsberg and his fellow students Jack Kerouac and William S. Burroughs has a major impact on the lives of the three emerging artists. Monday at 5:15 p.m., Canadian film The Husband is a gutsy black comedy about Henry, who is having a really bad year.

His wife is in jail, he hates his job, and he is stuck raising his infant son on his own. The film borrows elements of 1960s’ sex comedies while taking aim at more serious subjects. Italian film, The Great Beauty, is the story of journalist Jep Gambardella. His 65th birthday coincides with a shock from the past, forcing him to take stock of his life while turning his cutting wit on himself and his contemporaries. Voted the Best Foreign Film at the Golden Globes, The Great Beauty screens Monday at 7:45 p.m.

Propelled by a soundtrack of footstomping bluegrass, The Broken Circle Breakdown, Tuesday at 5:15 p.m., tells the story of a couple who bond over their love of American music and culture. When their sweeping romance is tested by an unexpected tragedy, all they know and love is tested. All is Lost, Tuesday at 7:45 p.m., stars Robert Redford as a lone sailor who wakes to find his ship taking on water after a collision with a drifting shipping container. Barely surviving a violent storm, he finds himself facing death. Redford won Best Actor for this role at the 2013 New York Film Critics Circle Awards. Gold is a German film set in B.C. Inspired by period diaries and photographs, this western follows a band of German immigrants as they travel the Klondike Gold Rush trail through the Cariboo. Nina Hoss plays Emily Meyer, a single woman who travels with a motley crew of settlers and gold-diggers on this long and dangerous journey. Gold screens Wednesday, March 5 at 5:15 p.m. March 5 at 7:45 p.m. is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, a powerful film based on Nelson Mandela’s 1994 autobiography. Starring Idris Elba, it spans Mandela’s life journey from his childhood through his imprisonment to his inauguration as South Africa’s president. Siddarth, Thursday, March 6 at 5:15 p.m., is a heart-rending tale about a poor Delhi street merchant who sends his son, Siddarth, away to help support his family. When the son fails to return for Diwali, his father takes swift action, but faces obstacles at every turn because of his poverty. Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago is an up-close look at one of humanity`s most time-honoured traditions. Five hundred miles of hot sun, blisters, and the kindness of strangers are all experienced when walking the pilgrim path to Santiago. A Canadian premiere, Walking the Camino, screens March 6 at 7:45 p.m. More information, including film ratings, can be found on the film society’s website at www.vernonfilmsociety.bc.ca. Tickets are available one week ahead at the Towne Cinema and the Bean Scene for $7. Festival passes are five films for $30.

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Grade 12 W.L. Seaton Secondary School student Jenelle Petersen puts the finishing touches on the historic mural, covering Canada’s role in the World Wars, she painted at the school. The mural was requested by Seaton history teacher Ken Kranenborg, whose image appears in the mural. Petersen, with the assistance of Grade 10 student Annika Lauriston, spent two months working independently on the project for her art class, from early developmental work through to adapting ideas to the wall space.

Vernon’s Immaculate conceives new album Morning Star Staff

After months of being holed up in the studio, Vernon hip hop artist Immaculate (Julian Wolansky) has just released his new album, Solitude. “This album is a collection of songs written in the last year, during a time when I’ve found myself almost completely withdrawn from social Immaculate life except to work and perform,” he said. “I’ve spent a lot of time doing internal work, using my music as a way to bring it all up and out.”

Solitude includes vocal features from Laryssa Wolansky (Immaculate’s mother), Darice Keating (his girlfriend), Katrina Lawrence (Kelowna), Cryptic Wisdom (Arizona), and Emotionz (Vancouver). It also features production from Finland’s Life and Death Productions, Sway, Keitz Beatz, Vernon’s Kyle English, Tony Fadd and one track completely produced by Immaculate. “As Brother Ali said, ‘if it comes up, then it must come out,’ so this project is a lot about reflecting on myself and the world, deciding where I fit in and who I want to be,” said Immaculate. Schooled in audio engineering, Immaculate recorded and mixed everything on the album, with the exception of the track My Hurricane (Life

and Death). Mastering was done by Kyle McCormack of Extract Engineering, artwork by Vernon’s Lee Watkins of LMW Photos, and logo design by Derrick Birkmann at Converge Studios. “I’ve spent countless hours combing over the details of this album, re-recording and re-mixing parts of every song. I feel this is my strongest work to date and I am very proud and excited to share it with the world,” said Immaculate. To launch Solitude, Immaculate is on his fifth tour in just over a year. The GOLDEN Tour kicked off in Vancouver Feb. 18 with Relic, Ghettosocks, Fresh Kils and Attikus and continues around Western Canada. For more information, visit www. immaculatemusic.net.

You’re Invited... to an Open House

hosted jointly by the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Ladies’ Auxiliary, The Legion, and The Vernon Lions Club

on Sunday, March 2 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm

5101 25th Avenue, Vernon Members of each group will be on hand to describe their activities, membership and services offered. Light refreshments available.

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Camera club clicks for new exhibit Morning Star Staff

The Vernon Camera Club is presenting its annual photography exhibit in the Coatcheck Gallery, located in the lower foyer of the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. The exhibit features some of the finest photographs by members of the club, said club president Ian Bull. “The photographers have created images throughout Vernon, the Okanagan and far beyond to culminate in this eclectic mix of images,” said Bull. “From high quality black and white and colour prints, to digitally altered images, the exhibit features a variety of scenes and ideas.” Some of the photographs are for sale. Purchase inquiries can be made through each individual photographer and there is a catalogue and contact list available at the Coatcheck Gallery. The public will have an opportunity to meet with some of the photographers at the opening reception Monday, March 3 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to this free event.

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Vernon Camera Club’s Fiona Green displays one of her photographs in the exhibit at the Coatcheck Gallery in the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.

Lumby & District Wildlife Association

ANNUAL AWARDS & FUNDRAISER BANQUET March 8 • Whitevalley Community Centre Cocktails: 5pm • Dinner: 6pm Big Steve’s Catering Door Prizes • Raffles • Auction TICKETS: Adults $25, Youth 16 & Under $10 AVAILABLE AT: Cold Beer - Wine & Liquor Store, Lumby • Lumby Chiropractic • Galaxie Powder Coating • Fisher’s Hardware, Vernon

We can still use more wildlife meat. Contact Otto Andersen 250.549.1355

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SHOWTIMES FOR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2014

ROBOCOP (PG - Violence coarse language) CC Wednesday and Thursday 6:15, 9:05. THE LEGO MOVIE 3D (G) Wednesday and Thursday 5:40, 8:30. THE MONUMENTS MEN (PG - Violence, coarse language) CC Wednesday and Thursday 6:20, 9:10. POMPEII 3D () CC Wednesday and Thursday 6:35, 9:25. ENDLESS LOVE (PG - coarse language, violence, sexually suggestive scene) CC Wednesday and Thursday 6:30, 9:20. THAT AWKWARD MOMENT (14A - Coarse and sexual language, sexually suggestive scenes) Wednesday and Thursday 8:30. 12 YEARS A SLAVE (14A - Violence, coarse language, sexual violence) Wednesday and Thursday 5:40. WINTER’S TALE (PG - Violence, sexually suggestive scene) CC Wednesday and Thursday 6:25, 9:15.

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All Saints Nursery School

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3205 - 27th Street Vernon, BC V1T 4W8 250-503-0787 • asnspreschool@gmail.com All Saints Nursery School will be taking registration for September 2014 on the following dates:

MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2014 6:00-6:45PM For Returning Students.

MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2014 6:45-7:30PM For Siblings of Current or Past Students.

TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2014 6:00-7:30PM For New Students.

Please bring your prefilled registration form, BC Care Card, a photocopy of your child’s immunization record & post dated cheques for the year.

REGISTRATION FEE IS $50, PAYABLE BY CASH OR CHEQUE. We are now offering the Sunrise Music Program in our 3 morning a week class for 4 year olds. Check it out on our website and to download your registration package www.asnsvernon.ca. For more info call 250.503.0787 or email us at asnspreschool@gmail.com

Our caring staff would like you to know we offer: Free puppy and kitten exams Competitive prices In home vaccinations and exams available New clients always welcome

Dr. Chris Schenk 250.545.8011

sunridge veterinary clinic After hours services: 250.545.8011 2800 - 28 Street, Vernon www.sunridgevet.ca

Do you have a loved one living with a mental illness like depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety or schizophrenia? Would you like to learn more about his/her illness?

Mental Illness Family Support Centre offers

Strengthening Families Together

Seven Consecutive Thursdays Date: March 13 – April 24, 2014 Time: 6:45 – 9:15 p.m. Place Room 003 at the People Place 3402 27th Avenue, Vernon This FREE 7 evening workshop helps family members of individuals with mental illness understand and support your loved one while maintaining your own well being. Topics include: information about mental illnesses, coping and communication skills, problem solving, medications and treatments, how to support your loved one, self-care and emotional support. Seating is Limited.

Contact Dianne at 250-260-3233 or bcssvernon@shaw.ca by February 28th to register. Sponsored by BC Schizophrenia Society – Vernon and Interior Health

Ebony Patrick is a typical Grade 2 student who loves playing with her friends, snuggling with her pet cat, playing hockey and reading her favourite books. But the outgoing sevenyear-old has also battled numerous health issues since birth and her latest, alopecia areata, is one her mom, Jennifer Patrick, is taking a different approach to, thanks to a conference this summer hosted by the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. “She is a very happy little girl but she is getting to that age when she is developing self-awareness and I want to make sure her she has a healthy self-esteem,” said Patrick. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease that can involve hair all over the body. The immune system, for unknown reasons, attacks the hair root and causes hair loss. Currently Ebony has small round patches of hair loss on the crown of her head, which has worsened since her original diagnosis at the age of two and a half. She has scarring on about 90 per cent of the loss sites (meaning these areas, even with treatment, will never be able to re-grow hair), and her condition could develop into the more severe forms of alopecia totalis or universalis later in her life. “There are different treatments such as cortisone injections and homeopathic remedies, although those can be expensive,” said Patrick, adding that there is currently no cure, only treatment. Patrick’s goal is to take her daughter to the foundation’s annual conference in San Antonio, Texas in June. “This is a conference for kids and their families to get together and meet others who are going through the same thing,” said Patrick, a medical office assistant at the Vernon

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Jennifer Patrick is fundraising so she and her daughter Ebony can attend the National Alopecia Areata Foundation conference in San Antonio, Texas this summer. Family Doctors Medical Clinic. “It has courses explaining this disease and information on research for cures and trials. This conference will allow Ebony to attend daily children’s camps with other kids, and offer the opportunity for myself and our travel companion to attend workshops, seminars and support groups, and give us all the chance to learn as much as we possibly can about support, treatments, and current research on this disease.” The only stumbling block is cost: hotel, flights, food and transportation will total around $3,800 so Patrick has set up a fundraising page as well as a Facebook page, where donations of any amount are

welcome. “I think it will be good for Ebony to meet others and for me to learn how to help her and both of us to deal with all possible outcomes, whether it be full hair regrowth or complete hair loss.” If Patrick’s name is familiar, it’s because she is the founder and organizer of Vernon’s A Walk to Remember from 2004 to 2013, a pregnancy and infant loss awareness event she started after the stillbirth of her son Connor in 2004. For her part, Ebony is looking forward to the conference, but is also focused on her day-to-day life, which centres around her Grade 2/3 split classroom at Harwood elementary school, where she

has taken advantage of her love of reading: 150 books so far this year. “I like funny books and I love music and singing and I love playing hockey,” she said. “And my favourite hockey player is Matty Saharchuk.” Ebony can be found cheering on her favourite player when she watches the Vernon Vipers’ home games. “She has gone through a lot; I know there are people who are worse off than us, but this is something I need to do for my daughter,” said Patrick. “Alopecia is not life-threatening but it is life-altering.” To make a donation, go to Ebony’s page at www.gofundme.com or www.facebook. com/impactforebony

Workshop brings hypnosis to weight loss Morning Star Staff

Counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist Carole Fawcett will combine psychology and hypnotherapy in an upcoming workshop for people concerned about weight control. The Weight Control with Hypnosis Workshop runs Wednesdays, March 5 to April 23. The workshop will combine psychology and hypnotherapy in each two-and-a-half-hour session once a week

for eight weeks. “Hypnosis is a wonderful way to start to change your habits,” said Fawcett. “It gets to the root of the matter and before long, you find you are not heading to the pantry, and your snack food choices are healthier.” Each participant will receive a pedometer, handouts plus a reduced rate one-onone with Fawcett. The workshop is limited to 10 participants to encourage and allow

people to feel comfortable and safe within a smaller more intimate group. A doctor’s note stating it is OK for the participant to attend the workshop is required. The workshop is at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., and registration by Feb. 27 is mandatory. For more information, contact Fawcett at 250-550-0316, or go to her upcoming events page at www.amindfulconnection.com

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hat a journey the last 16 days has been. I’ve enjoyed watching the Olympics every minute I could squeeze in, and what a show our athletes have given us; I salute them all! However, as I write this I know it’s time to get back to a regular routine. After eating quickly prepared simple meals, fast foods and/or restaurant meals for two weeks, my body is feeling way out of whack. It’s time to indulge in planning and preparing good nutritious meals again. With that in mind I’ve chosen two recipes for you to try that are nutritious, low in fats, and are healthy comfort foods. Enjoy. Parmesan Chicken and Rice Casserole Cooking spray 1 cup chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 (3-1/2-ounce) bags boil-in-bag brown rice* 1/3 cup dry white wine 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1-3/4 pounds) 1-1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups fat-free, lowsodium chicken broth

3 Tbsp. whipping cream 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion to pan; sauté 2 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Remove rice from bags; add to pan. Sauté 30 seconds. Stir in wine; cook 30 seconds or until liquid almost evaporates. Spoon rice mixture in an even layer into a 13 x 9–inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer over rice mixture; sprinkle evenly with thyme and salt. Combine broth and cream, stirring well; pour over chicken and rice mixture. Bake at 450° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake additional 5 minutes or until chicken is done. *I use 3 cups of my own cooked brown rice. Celery Root Shepherd’s Pie 3 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 1 medium celery

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root (about 2 lbs.), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 1 tsp. salt, plus more for salting the water 2 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt 1/4 cup 2% milk 1/4 tsp. black pepper 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 8 oz. mixed mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme leaves 1 pound ground beef or lamb 2 large carrots, peeled and finely chopped 1 sprig rosemary Pinch nutmeg 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/2 cup Gruyère or Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Begin mashed vegetables: Place cut potatoes and celery root in large pot; add cold water till covered.

Gearing up for motorcycling Morning Star Staff

If learning to ride is one of your goals for 2014, or if you’ve been wondering if motorcycling is for you, attend the Kelowna & District Safety Council’s motorcycle training program information session on Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the People Place in Vernon (3402-27th Ave.) and find out. As one of the largest and longestrunning ICBC-certified motorcycle training facilities in B.C., KDSC has been a provincial leader in professional rider training since 1980. In order to make training more available to residents of the North Okanagan, KDSC is again bringing its Learn to

Ride program to Vernon this spring. This free session will start with an informal presentation about the ICBC licensing process, tips for passing the motorcycle learner’s permit test (ICBC reports a 46 per cent failure rate), and an overview of KDSC’s Learn to Ride Program. KDSC staff and instructors will be on hand to answer all your questions. Coffee and snacks will be available. An RSVP is appreciated by calling KDSC toll-free at 1-888-5807233 or by registering online at the Motorcycle Workshop & Events page of KDSC’s website at www.kdsc.bc.ca. Another session will be held in Kelowna on March 12.

Bring to boil, salt generously, cover and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with fork (10-12 minutes). Drain well; return pot off the heat to dry. Begin the stew: Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in large skillet over mediumhigh heat. Add onion, garlic, mushrooms, and thyme; cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and soft (about 8 minutes). Remove and spread along bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in the same skillet; add the beef or lamb, carrot, rosemary, and nutmeg; cook until beef is brown and carrot is tender (about 8 minutes). Stir in tomato paste. Layer over mushroom-onion mixture. Finish the mashed veggies: Pass potatoes and celery root through a food mill into a bowl, adding butter as you go. Stir in yogurt and milk for

a purée. Season with salt and pepper. Swirl mashed potatoes and celery root over stew with back of a spoon;

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FILL A BAG FOR A LOONIE ALL THIS WEEK at the Mission Dollar Bin Thrift Store. Clothing, footwear, pots, pans, dishes, videos, books and more all included. Open 9 to 5 ish, Tues. through Sat. at 3008-34th Ave. across from Valley First Credit Union. Volunteer run, with all proceeds going directly to the Upper Room Mission and used in our community. Thank you for your support. ASpARAGuS cOmmuNITy THEATRE AudITIONS 2014 spring production directed by Mandy Penner, Gold Dust, a musical comedy set in a mining town in the late 1800s. Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. Roles for late teens and older, singers needed, backstage crew needed, guitarist/fiddler needed. Asparagus Community Theatre, 3120 Pleasant Valley Rd. Info., call Lara at 250-503-7227. uppER ROOm mISSION BOuTIquE Storewide 1/2-price sale. Thanks to our amazing donators we are stocked to the ceiling and it’s time for our winter clearance sale! We have a great selection of clothing, furniture, fabulous household items, books and lots more. Come help us clear out the store and get ready for our new spring stock! Sale runs Feb. 26 to March 1. Red dot items exempt; 100 per cent of the proceeds benefit the Upper Room Mission. cONSIdER cHRISTIAN EducATION There are many benefits to choosing Vernon Christian School, including a top-ranked education, Christian teachers and families, and a thriving Christian environment. We strive to provide the best in current and relevant educational practices, consistent with biblical truth. Come and consider the great things we have to offer your child, plan to attend our VCS Showcase 2014 Feb. 26 from 5 to 8 p.m.; bring your kids too! Visit www.vcs.ca/showcase-2014/ for info. pRO LIFE THRIFT STORE ONE-dOLLAR SALE IS BAcK All pants, casual or dressy, for only $1. Everything marked with a green tag is $1. Sale runs Feb. 26 to March 8. Store hours are Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are at 3102-31st Ave. (near bus depot). Call 250-545-0777. pARENTS GuIdE TO SOcIAL mEdIA Feb. 26 at 7 p.m., Vernon secondary school. Two Grade 12 students will show parents what sites kids are using and detail some of the benefits and risks of each site. They will also offer some advice on how to protect your kids online. For more info., call Doug Rogers at 250-549-6179. THE ROyAL ASTRONOmIcAL SOcIETy OF cANAdA Okanagan Centre Vernon, meets at Okanagan Science Centre in Polson Park off Highway 6 (basement meeting room) Feb. 26 at 7:15 p.m. Featured speaker is OSC resident astronomer Kevin Achenmeier on “Astronomical Events at the OSC: Past, Present and Future.” Also, members Jim Kanester and John Karlsson will have group discussion of mystery constellation. In addition, a telescope basics tutorial starts at 6:30 p.m. with a discussion of imaging techniques. We will gladly answer any questions about telescopes or observing. ARmSTRONG SENIORS AcTIvITy cENTRE We are at 2520 Patterson Ave. Pool Monday to Friday at 12:30 p.m. Carpet Bowling Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. ScARBOROuGH FAIRE LAdIES cHORuS Meets Wednesdays at Vernon Community Music School beginning at 1:15 p.m. Qualified vocal instruction, a great opportunity to improve your vocal skills, blend and harmonize and have fun with a great group of ladies who love to sing. Call Therese at 250-558-1913 for info. THE LumBy SENIORS WELLNESS cIRcLE A free program focusing on health-related activities held every fourth Wednesday of the month 9:30 - 11 a.m. You can have a massage, join in some weight lifting and stretching exercise, enjoy a smoothie, try to figure out a brain teaser. Place: Seniors Drop-in (1751 Glencaird St.) For more information, call Olena 250-547-8866. SINGLE FRIENdS 50+ Weekly coffee Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the food court, Village Green Centre. Call Carole at 260-5238 for more information, or come out for coffee and pick up an activity list. Join us, there is no membership fee. dROp-IN cRIB AT THE EAGLES Fraternal Order of Eagles wel-

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Feature Event: Information session for business admin. program, march 5

ooking to maximize your career opportunities? Want to open doors to a better job and a brighter future? Join Okanagan College at the Business Administration Program information session Wednesday, March 5 at 6 p.m., Vernon Campus, room E102/103. Okanagan College business professors will tell you about the business administration program degree, diploma and certificate options and outline the various funding options available to students. Discover the world of possibilities business grads have and the types of jobs they get. The pathway to a new career is at Okanagan College! Pre-registration is not necessary, parking will be free and light refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Tawnya Cameron at tcameron@okanagan.bc.ca or 250-545-7291, ext 2309. comes you for crib every Wednesday at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come by and see what the Eagles are about and where our monies are spent in the community We are open every day 1 - 7 p.m. THE vERNON cHApTER OF THE mS SOcIETy Hosts yoga class for people with MS, every Wednesday at 10.30 a.m., People Place. dANcING AT THE ScHuBERT cENTRE Every Wednesday 2-4 p.m. A wide variety of music is provided by “George’s Friends.” Join us for good exercise, fun and socializing. Members $3, non-members $4 and for listening it’s $1. Coffee, tea and cookie included. pARENT ANd cHILd WALK IN THE pARK Hosted by Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. Everyone welcome, meet 10 a.m., Wednesdays at 2905-29th Ave. Meet other parents, get fit and win a prize. Step challenge, pedometer supplied for the walk. Join anytime. For more information, call 542-7578. TOpS (TAKE OFF pOuNdS SENSIBLy) Meets Wednesdays 9 to 9:45 a.m., meetings 10 to 11 a.m. at Trinity United Church on Alexis Park Drive. Call Debbie at 250-542-0187 or Bev at 250-542-9381.

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SLEEp dISORdER EducATION cLINIc Presented by Lumby Health Centre, Feb. 27 from 1:15 to 3 p.m. at Whitevalley Community Hall, 2250 Shields Ave. Call to register at 250-5479741 See our new website: www.lumbyhealthcentre.org LIvE mOdEL dRAWING SESSION FOR ARTISTS Feb. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Vernon Public Art Gallery. No experience required, just bring your drawing materials of choice, easels are provided. Set to music in a private space, artists are welcome to draw without inhibition. Models are experienced, male and female, nude or draped. Participants must be over the age of 19. Sessions are limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration required; $10 for members, $20 for non-members. Gallery is at 3228-31st Ave. Call 250-545-3173 or e-mail info@vernonpublicartgallery.com vERNON cAmERA cLuB mEETS Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, beside the Okanagan Science Centre. Our meeting theme is on Lighting Assists – From Simple to Complex, and will be presented by a speaker from the photography section at London Drugs. Guests most welcome, please bring a $2 drop in fee. Info., see web site or call Ritchie at 250-306-2255. ARmSTRONG KNITTING cIRcLE We meet the first, second and fourth Thursday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce on Bridge St. next door to City Hall. Info., call Rhonda Burr at 250-546-3906, Wanda Bristol at 250-546-2983, or Ouida Kempner at 250-546-3673. We are a small group but would enjoy new members if you are interested. THE vERNON BAdmINTON cLuB We play from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays at Coldstream elementary school gym, until

City of Armstrong Patti Ferguson is Retiring! After 15 years as the Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Armstrong, Patti Ferguson is retiring on February 28th! The City of Armstrong is honoured to host a Come and Go Tea to wish her farewell. Please join Patti on Thursday, February 27, 2014 between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum & Art Gallery (3405 Pleasant Valley Road). Refreshments will be provided. No RSVP required. PO Box 40, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Tel: 250-546-3023 info@cityofarmstrong.bc.ca • www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca

mid-April. New members and drop-ins welcome. Call Kal at 250260-1692 or e-mail shuttlevernonbc2012@gmail.com. HALINA SENIORS’ cENTRE TABLE TENNIS Come out and try a fun game of table tennis at the centre, 3310-37 Ave. (back of Rec Centre) Thursdays from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Everyone 50+ welcome. For further info., call: 250-542-2877. TOpS (TAKE OFF pOuNdS SENSIBLy) cHApTER #4844 Meets Thursdays 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Alpine Centre, #29. It’s $32 to join, and then $5 a month. Info., M. Schmolke at 250-545-8124. NEW HOpE FOR WIdOW/ERS HOSTS cOFFEE dROp-IN Every Thursday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at our office in the People Place, #003, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. This is a time for widows and widowers to share their journey through grief in a safe environment. vERNON cALORIE cOuNTERS Meet every Thursday at 9:30 a.m., CMHA Clubhouse, Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave. Weigh-in followed by short meeting and sharing of health info., support for dietary problems. Info. call Aggie at 250-549-4353 or Marj, 250-545-0250. cOmmON THREAdS Free, good quality used clothing and footwear. Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. - noon and Mondays 3 to 5 p.m. at Vernon Alliance Church. Call 545-7105. HALINA SENIORS cENTRE dANcES Every Thursday 2 - 4 p.m. in the Halina Room. Doors open 1 p.m. Dancing to old-time country music. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost: $3 members, $4 non-members and if you’re just coming to sit and listen the cost is $1. We are at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. Info., 250-542-2877. cANcER RELAxATION SuppORT GROup For people living with cancer and their support persons. Meets Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Info., Colleen at 250-542-6373. TImE OuT GROup AT HALINA SENIORS’ cENTRE If you enjoy counted thread needlework, cross stitch and hardanger come and join us for an afternoon of stitching and socializing. We enjoy stitching, teaching, learning and solving the problems of the world. Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m. at 3310-37th Ave. Call 250-542-2877 or drop by. vERNON STROKE REcOvERy BRANcH Meets Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave. Support to stroke survivors, their families and caregivers; socialization, recreational, educational activities to enhance, develop and maintain motor and cognitive skills. Call Mary-Joan Giffin at 250-260-8029. vERNON mS SOcIETy SuppORT GROup Meets on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m., room 105 of the People Place. Call 542-2241 for more information. THE cOmpASSIONATE FRIENdS TCF is an international, nonprofit, non-denominational, self-help organization for parents who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. Meetings held at 7 p.m., on the last Thursday of the month at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. Info., Darlene or Allen in Vernon at 250-558-5026 or Kelli in Falkland at 250-3792465 or her cell at 250-308-8489. FREE LEGAL dROp-IN cLINIc Every Thursday from 7 9 p.m., room 303, the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Open to all, regardless of financial circumstances, volunteer lawyers provide up to 15 minutes of basic advice on legal issues. To make appointment, call Colleen Hoople at 5423322 or Wynn Hartfelder at 542-1185.

Brett Wade, PhD, author of the Ekahi Method presents a life-changing, half-day workshop which guarantees to help you achieve success in your life by improving all your relationships and your health. Have you ever wondered: • Why some people drain your energy? • How some environments affect your mood? • Why your relationships never work out? Register now for this popular event at: http://www.ekahimethod.com/public-speaking/ March 15th at the Prestige Inn in Vernon. Early Bird rate of $125.00 includes FREE $38.00 worth of products! Visit www.ekahimethod.com or call 778-214-1272 for more information.

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dO yOu HAvE A LOvEd ONE LIvING WITH A mENTAL ILLNESS? Strengthening Families Together is seven Thursdays, March 13 to April 24 from 6:45 – 9:15 p.m. at People Place in Vernon. Free workshop for families and friends of people living with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety or schizophrenia, provides info. about mental illnesses, coping and communication skills, problem solving, medications and treatments, how to support your loved one and self-care. Seating limited. Call Dianne at 250-2603233 or bcssvernon@shaw.ca by Feb. 28 to register.

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A celebration of wine and art was a big success. The North Okanagan Community Life Society’s sixth annual Art and Wine Gala raised $57,150 Saturday. “We not only want to thank everyone who donated items but to everyone who participated,” said Garry Molitwenik, executive director. Funds will go towards programs for developmentally disabled adults. The event at the Eclectic Med included a fivecourse meal, with an Okanagan wine pairing at every course, and a wine and art auction. “This event is not possible without the hard work of our committee, Pippa Shaw, Colin Hamilton, Sharon Kenney and Dawn and Andrew

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Fradley,” said Molitwenik. “The artists’ generosity allows us the opportunity to experience their expressions and talents.” The group of Pippa Shaw ($10,150.00), Dean Barnard, Rod Dubland, Ryan Molitwenik and Garry Molitwenik raised more than $23,000. “Darcy Morrow, our auctioneer, and Betty Johnson did a terrific job entertaining,” said Molitwenik.

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Putting a stop to bullying on Pink Shirt Day… Kerry Vital / Black Press Names such as Amanda Todd and Rehtaeh Parsons are sadly well-known to many Canadians. Both teens committed suicide after years of bullying at the hands of classmates. On Feb. 26, Canadians will recognize Pink Shirt Day, a day devoted to preventing bullying and helping children and teens who are being victimized. For some people, bullying hits

very close to home. Tad Milmine, now an RCMP constable, is one of them. As a child, Milmine was bullied relentlessly by classmates and locked in the basement by his stepmother every day for 12 years. His father, an alcoholic, never tried to help him, even when Milmine’s stepmother verbally abused him. “I always held out hope that one day an adult

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BUY-LOW FOODS

Cowboy Artists & Artisans • Cowboy Poetry Music • Seminars • Open Mic’s

Calvary Community Church and Coast Kamloops Hotel & Convention Centre Tickets at Barriere Country Feeds & The Horse Barn in Kamloops or call 1-888-763-2221

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G O C A N A D A ~ O LY M P I C S 2 0 1 4 G O C A N A D A ~ O LY M P I C S 2 0 1 4

In support of Vernon Boys Novice Hockey

Co nt es t d SUNRYPE Sp on so re by APPLE JUICE

SUNRYPE JUICE BOXES & BEVERAGES 4 $ FOR

98¢

Selected Varieties 5 x 200 ml, 1 L

ENTER TO WIN an Apple MacBook Pro

Blue Label, Red Label Or Fruit Rivers Bevergages Selected Varieties - 1 L

Plus Deposit, Recycling Fee where applic.

One to be given away chain wide for all Buy-Low Foods. Approx. retail value $1,500

Contest Draw Date: Thursday March 20 th.

See contest display for complete rules & regulations. No purchase necessary

ENTER TO WIN a Mott’s Clamato SNOWBOARD Contest Draw Date: Wednesday March 5th, 2014. One to be given away per store. Approx. retail value $500.00.

288

Mott’s Clamato Cocktail Selected Varieties Or Garden Cocktail 1.89 L

Plus Deposit, Recycling Fee where applic.

Fresh Whole Pork Side Ribs BIG

Contest Sponsored by

BABY CARROTS ea

Grown in California 1 lb Bag

4.37/kg

Top Sirloin Roast

WESTERN FAMILY LONG GRAIN RICE

Boneless Beef 10.98/kg

FOR

Bunch Broccoli

White, Brown 907 g

Cut from Canada AA or Better Grades of Beefof Beef

POM WONDERFUL PISTACHIOS

Grown in California 2.16/kg

AYLMER TOMATOES

Boneless Pork Sirloin Chops BIG

128

lblb

Fresh 4.37/kg

198

Seedless Pork Rib Tail Green Grapes Ends Grown in Chile 5.47/kg

Thawed For Your Convenience 4.37/kg

Bunch Green Kale Grown in California

Boneless, Skinless 10.98/kg

FRESH

BAKERY

for

DELI Black Forest Ham Schneider’s

FRESH

DELI

178

/100g

BIG

BAKERY Crusty Dinner Buns IN-STORE BAKED

198

Fresh Chicken Thighs

Selected Varieties 540 ml & 796 ml

Heirloom Oranges

98lb FRESH

BAKERY Portuguese Buns IN-STORE BAKED

BAKERY

for

DELI

FRESH

Grown in Mexico Sold by the bunch

Grown in California 2.82/kg

225 g

Green Onions & Radishes

1 98 4 98

148

ea ea.

I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter! Margarine 4

Regular, Light 454 g

for

Charmin Ultra Bathroom Tissue SAVE OVER $4.00

598

Strong, Soft Double Roll Pkg. of 12

Campbell’s Ready to Enjoy Soups Selected Varieties 540 ml

for

FRESH

BAKERY

Italian Multigrain Bread IN-STORE BAKED 450 g

188 ea

FRESH

DELI

Oven Roasted Turkey Classic Oven Roasted Breast Schneider’s 98 Chicken 98 Breast Lilydale

/100g

Or Homestyle Cuddy

/100g

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES

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