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Testimony begins in murder trial KATHY MICHAELS Black Press

Family and friends of slain Armstrong teen Taylor Van Diest breathed a sigh of relief Tuesday morning. As day two of Matthew Foerster’s murder trial got underway in a Kelowna courtroom, Crown Counsel Iain Currie submitted an agreed statement of defense to the court from lawyer Lisa Jean Helps. Foerster, 28, admitted that he caused the injuries that killed Taylor Van Diest. The jury will now Van Diest only have to decide on whether Foerster was capable of forming the intent for murder. Marie Van Diest said the admission wasn’t surprising, however, it was welcome. “This is good news for a lot of people,” she said to reporters gathered during the trial’s noon break. The trial continued on through the morning, and the jury heard testimony from RCMP Cpl. Trevor Cook, who specializes in forensic identification section. He was key to two aspects of the investigation, having recorded evidence from both where Van Diest was found Nov. 1, 2011 and a truck that was seized the following April. In a video that shows the calm rural atmosphere where Van Diest was found, Cook pointed to blood evidence collected as well as several items found around the scene. Spots of blood were found in the trees around where Van Diest lay as well as on the ground. In the F150, blood evidence was found behind the passenger seat of the car. On Monday the court heard the last text message Taylor Van Diest sent read, “I’m being crept.” Another partial message was waiting in her phone’s queue, but the Armstrong teen never finished it. Hours later her body was found face down in a ditch. She was still breathing, but a Kelowna jury heard Monday she wasn’t responsive as friends, family and emergency staff tended to her. Although there were signs of strangu-

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Marie Van Diest talks with reporters outside the Kelowna Law Courts during a break in the opening days of the trial of the Cherryville man accused of killing her teenage daughter in Armstrong in 2011. lation, it was blows to the head that ultimately killed the 18-year-old Halloween night 2011. Insights into the teenager’s final moments came during the opening day of the first degree murder trial for Foerster, of Cherryville, who Crown Counsel alleged Monday has already expressed remorse for a sexual assault gone awry. In opening statements Crown Counsel Frank Caputo pointed to an interview with a Sgt. Davidson, which will be played for a jury some time in the next week-and-ahalf of testimony. “Matt, look me in the eye and tell me this: Do you feel bad for killing Taylor,” said Sgt. Davidson, during an interview recorded April 6, 2012. “Yes,” said Foerster. “You didn’t mean to… you went for sex and if she didn’t fight you you wouldn’t have killed her,” Sgt. Davidson said in the transcript.

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“Uh, yes,” said Foerster. In addition to Davidson, Caputo will call upon 15 other witnesses as Crown Counsel makes a case for first degree murder. Two of those witnesses took the stand on Monday morning. Const. Milan Ilic was working in Armstrong the night Van Diest was reported missing, and testified he got the call about a missing teen wearing a zombie costume that night. He drove by dozens of children and teens in costumes, scanning the crowd for Van Diest, before he parked near the railroad tracks that run through the city of Armstrong, close to the old cheese factory. Instantly he was greeted by three people. “A male knocked on the window, and asked if I was looking for Taylor,” Ilic said. The trio, who included two of Taylor’s friends and her mother, told Ilic they had been searching for the teen since her cell

phone was found by the railway tracks earlier, and she had failed to show up at the party where she’d been expected. The young man in the group, identified only as Clay in court, asked Const. Ilic for his flashlight, and was denied, as the police officer had to use it himself. Around that time Ilic was also informed that the police dog team that was going to be dispatched had been cancelled, he testified. All four then started down the railway tracks. “We walked 15 feet and four-to-five males were hollering and yelling, ‘are you looking for the missing girl?’” Ilic told the court. He learned they were the ones who had found Van Diest’s cell phone earlier that night, but as he started asking them more questions, he was distracted.

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Proposed bill prompts protest roger knox Morning Star Staff

Jacqui Gingras thinks its the Unfair Elections Act. Gingras organized a noon-hour protest in Vernon Tuesday against what is being called “U.S.-style voter suppression measures” in the Conservative government’s Bill C23 Fair Elections Act. Gingras organized the peaceful “Let People Vote!” protest at Okanagan-Shuswap MP Colin Mayes’ Vernon office on 29th Street, which drew close to 30 supporters. “We re-called the bill the Unfair Elections Act because it works to disengage people from voting,” said Gingras, representing LeadNow, one of three national groups who spearheaded the protests in 31 cities across Canada Tuesday at Conservative MP offices.

“We’re here today to make sure our voices are heard around this act which has been pushed through government.” Protestors held signs and chanted, calling the bill a “fundamental assault on our democratic rights.” “What we need right now are people to become more engaged (in voting), not disengaged,” said Gingras, who presented a petition with more than 80,000 signatures on it to Mayes’ representatives. The petition opposes the strict voter ID requirements that Gingras said could stop hundreds of thousands from voting in the next election. The other national groups involved with organizing the nationwide protests are Council of Canadians and Canadian Federation of Students.

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Officer recounts events of fateful night Continued from A1 “I heard the kids say, ‘run. run.’” Ilic said they all ran toward the direction of the voices. “In a ditch by the railways tracks there was a young female and Clay and Zoe were on top of her, hugging her,” he testified. “Then Taylor’s mom went into the ditch.” As Van Diest lay stomach down, with the left side of her head on a steel pipe, they checked her breathing and she was covered by their jackets. Van Diest’s mother held her and repeated, “you’re going to make it. You’ll survive. You’re going to make it,” said Ilic, who was brought to

near tears several times during his testimony. Paramedics were called at some point and they put Van Diest on a gurney and transported her to Vernon Jubilee Hospital so she could be stabilized. He noted that when in the hospital room with Van Diest as she was being treated he saw marks on her neck, and her bottom lip appeared to Foerster be bitten, although not bleeding. In cross examination, Foerster’s lawyer Helps said to Ilic that it sounded like one of

those cases where things “move quickly.” Ilic agreed. Helps then asked him if he recalled taking anything from his pockets before he covered Van Diest with his jacket. He said that he removed a box of pens, which he discarded, and some keys which he put in his pocket. When she asked if he removed alcohol, or had been drinking on the night Van Diest was found, he said no. Crown Counsel also called upon a nurse who collected the DNA from Van Diest that was later matched to Foerster. She recalled Van Diest being treated, and said she “Just knew the person was quite sick.”

The trial is expected to take up to three weeks.

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Enderby fire under investigation ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Police and fire crews continue to investigate a weekend fire at an Enderby motel that sent a woman to hospital. Both RCMP and the Enderby fire department received reports of the fire in a groundlevel unit at the Sleep Right Inn, in the 600 block of King Avenue, shortly after 6 a.m. Saturday. “We had 12 members there and there

“Our officers are following up with witnesses.” — Gord Molendyk

was heavy black smoke coming out of the building, plus flames,” said Enderby fire chief Kevin Alstad Monday. “We hit it hard and were able to contain the fire to the one unit.” The occupant of

the unit, a 57-year-old woman, had been taken to hospital before emergency crews arrived. “Our officers are following up with interviews of witnesses in and around the area today in hopes of piec-

ing together what happened,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk Monday. “There is a report of some kind of a disturbance prior to the fire in and around the area, and we’re following up on that report.” The woman’s dog died in the fire. It’s believed the fire started in the living room area of the unit. Some of the neighbouring suites received some smoke damage.

The building had been evacuated with tenants in the parking lot upon the arrival of the fire crews. One woman is believed to have suffered some burns to her hand, and other tenants are believed to have helped the owner or manager try to put out the blaze with fire extinguishers. The cause of the fire has not been released.

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Silver Star resort honours Dueck Morning Star Staff

A North Okanagan athlete is being recognized for his international excellence. Vernon’s Josh Dueck will be the focus of a celebration at Silver Star Mountain Resort

Saturday in the village at 4 p.m. A sit-skier, Dueck won gold and silver medals during the recent Paralympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia.

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Dueck also carried the Canadian flag at the closing ceremony wrapping up the Winter Games. It’s hoped the public will come out Saturday to celebrate Dueck’s vic-

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Marijuana production limited to farm land rate for industrial land also concerned Mayor Rob Sawatzky. “I’d not like to see us use scarce industrial land for these uses when we can only recoup the lower rate,” he said. Opposition came from Coun. Bob Spiers, who insists marijuana production should not just be limited to the agricultural zone. “It’s a valid use on industrial land and it can be better controlled with policing. It’s an economic development issue,” he said, adding that the city’s policy could create challenges for four or five applicants.

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Marijuana production is being restricted to ensure Vernon’s tax base isn’t undermined. Council voted Monday to only allow medical marijuana to be grown in agricultural zones because B.C. Assessment would have only applied the cheaper farm assessment if the activity took place on industrial land. “That takes away any potential (to use industrial land) and helps to lower our revenue sources,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. The potential to only get taxes based on the farm

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A Vernon resident falls into the category of people who simply do not want to wear a seatbelt in a vehicle. The man was given his 28th ticket for not wearing a seatbelt by North Okanagan Traffic Services (NOTS) officers. “He feels it is better not to be restrained in a crash,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk, adding the gentleman was given a $167 ticket and the motor vehicle branch has been made aware of the situation. “There is also the possibility of a driv-

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vehicle for a week.” And, Saturday at around 11:30 p.m., a NOTS officer was coming into Vernon down Hospital Hill when he noticed a vehicle going uphill at a high speed. The officer, in a fully marked police car, turned around, and came up behind the vehicle, obtaining a speed reading of 139 kilometres an hour in the 90 km/h zone. The 19-year-old female driver from Kelowna is a Class 7 Novice driver who was given a ticket for excessive speeding ($368 fine) and her vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Bollywood Bang bolsters hospital Morning Star Staff

Bollywood Bang provided a major boost for health care in the North Okanagan. The recent event, which attracted more than 450 people, raised $42,500 for the digital mammography campaign and for personal comforts needed by patients undergoing treatment at the McMurtry-Baerg Cancer Centre. “On behalf of the directors of the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation, I thank the participants, the sponsors and donors of the event,” said Sue Beaudry, director of development. “Organizers Dalvir and Ranvir Nahal had a vision for the second year of Bollywood; to make this event like no other locally.” The title sponsor was VantagOne while support also came from Sunterra Custom Homes, Alpine Building Maintenance, Nixon Wenger, Central Tim-BR Mart, Nolan’s Pharmasave, Hillside Winery, Wayside, Sproing Creative,

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organizing committee and the sponsors for creating a magical evening that I will remember fondly” said Beaudry.

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Vernon-North Okanagan RCMP are investigating a suspicious car fire in Coldstream. Officers were called to the fire just before 5 a.m. Monday near Palfrey Drive and Cunliffe Road. “The vehicle is a Subaru and it was totally engulfed when officers arrived,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “It was burned to the point the officer initially was not able to determine what type of vehicle it was.” A forensic identification unit was brought in to assist with the investigation. Officers also received a report Monday of a Subaru stolen from an area near where the car was found on fire. A bumper and a licence plate belonging to the stolen vehicle were found near Kidston Elementary School, where a chain link fence suffered significant damage after being crashed into.

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keeping with a one-day national impaired driving initiative. “There were two 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibitions (IRPs) given, and one 12-hour driving suspension was given to a novice driver for hav-

ing alcohol in their system which is against the conditions of being a novice driver,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk Monday. There was also one no-case drug seizure (cannabis) reported.

In the four-hour initiative, officers conducted 15 roadside tests and checked 246 vehicles. Over the past week, local officers issued one 24-hour suspension, zero three-day IRPs, eight 90-day IRPs and

Epilepsy awareness focus of fundraiser JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff

Shades of purple will fill the BX Creek Bar and Grill this evening in support of epilepsy awareness. In celebration of Purple Day, today, a Vernon woman is hosting this evening’s Purple Pearl Jammer, starting at 5 p.m. It’s a cause close to Marnie Taylor’s heart, as she has struggled with the disease most of her life. “There will be purple cocktails and mocktails, a small silent auction, admission is by donation and I’ve got live acoustic entertainment lined up,” said Taylor, who urges everyone to wear purple today to show support.

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ocation, location, location. That’s the issue largely being sidestepped during the debate over Civic Arena and whether to go to referendum on a new ice sheet in Greater Vernon. Yes, twinning Priest Valley Arena or Kal Tire Place has been mentioned, but they both come with significant hurdles to overcome. Specifically, with Priest Valley Arena, there is no room. Either all parking and the outdoor rink would have to be wiped out or a good chunk of Becker Park would have to be blasted out to make room. But even if that was done, conditions would be cramped. The most viable alternative is Kal Tire Place, Richard Rolke as it was constructed in 2001 to eventually have a second sheet of ice added to the refrigeration plant. Two ice surfaces side-by-side would create numerous operating efficiencies and make the complex more attractive for large-scale events. And, unlike PV Arena, there is lots of land sitting right next door. However, the property is in limbo as the Regional District of North Okanagan, the City of Vernon and the Okanagan Equestrian Society have been wrangling over what can happen at Kin Race Track since the society was evicted in 2010. The society claims equestrian activities were guaranteed when most of the track was turned over to the city in 1964 for free. The society also alleges the regional district ignored an agreement for lease renewals. The entire legal process was suspended in early 2013, but you can guarantee things will flare up as soon as bulldozers start breaking

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ground for a new arena. The equestrian society isn’t going to back off its case and that means Kin Race Track will remain for horses running laps until a judge’s ruling occurs. And given how quick the justice system moves, nothing will be resolved before a possible borrowing referendum this November. So with PV Arena out of the question and Kal Tire Place stalled, what other options are out there for Greater Vernon? One possibility that’s been suggested is refurbishing Civic Arena. According to a consultant, about $1.5 million would be needed to replace the slab floor and $100,000 on safety upgrades. On top of this, there could be short-term works of $5.6 million within two to five years. This concept is somewhat attractive as Civic has generated a lot of memories since 1938, and carries a lot of old school charm. However, does it make sense to potentially pump $7.2 million into Civic when the structure pre-dates the Second World War and it’s difficult to know what other infrastructure issues may arise? Taxpayers could ultimately be throwing good money after bad, whereas the cost of a new arena could range from $5 to $14 million, depending on which expert you speak to. It should also be pointed out that the City of Vernon’s long-term plans call for Civic Arena to disappear so the site can be transformed into a park. The prospect of greenspace has been a key part of the city’s justification for relocating the tourism information centre to 39th Avenue despite opposition from numerous residents. In the end, Greater Vernon may need a new ice sheet but prior to moving towards a referendum, the first order of business should be finding the right spot.

The provincial push for a producer-pay recycling system is based on the concept of charging manufacturers whose products contribute to the waste stream, such as plastic packaging. But the soon to become government-mandated program is going to penalize some unfairly, including citizens. For instance, it will hit the newspaper industry with a 20 cent per kilogram cost for its “packaging” – the very paper the newspapers are printed on. That vested interest aside, it’s debatable whether the new system will achieve its environmental goals, while simultaneously driving up costs for consumers. Although the Multi-Material B.C. collection system may have benefits for communities that currently do not have adequate curbside recycling programs, it is not needed in the North Okanagan, where the region has been achieving high rates of waste diversion through its own recycling collection. Maintaining the current program is good for the environment and residents. Local consumers will effectively pay the cost of recycling twice, as producers build the price of the MMBC program into their products, and taxpayers foot the bill for curbside pickup. Though MMBC recently provided exemptions for small businesses, the program will negatively impact local economic engines such as berry farming, where consumer preference drives the use of plastic clamshell containers for retail sales – dumping the cost onto farmers, and ultimately, customers. This is a program that needs to be put on hold and reconsidered in its entirety. — Black Press

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r. Poole, Vernon's economic development manager, seems far too dismissive of this Moneysense report, when in reality he should be exceedingly concerned not only for himself but our community. By any grading standard, Vernon is failing with a rank of 125 out 201. Lakes, golf courses, and ski hills are meaningless against an unemployment rate of 9.2 per cent because without a well paying job, these amenities are unaffordable luxuries for many. He sums up his commentary by stating that we try to get tourists here and they want to stay. This is an area that has been unwelcoming to Albertans, and makes no welcoming gestures towards the many hundreds of Funtastic participants. This is an area with an average houseChamber Clarifies I would like to set the record straight. Sunday’s paper contained an error in the list of winners for the annual Business Excellence Awards. The error was entirely my fault. I provided the list to The Morning Star incorrectly identifying Furmanek Jewellers, instead of White House Mortgages, as the winner in the professional services category. I apologize to both of these fine businesses for any discomfort this error may have caused. The event was a huge success with more than 260 people in attendance and I’d like to thank the entire business community of Greater Vernon for your fabulous support and generosity. George Duffy, general manager Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce DeCision arroGant A common complaint against this Vernon city council, like the one before it, is that it is not responsive to the wishes of ordinary citizens. This is mainly due to the per-

hold income $58,000 less than the No. 1 community, yet we have $300,000 to move

ception that staff and interest groups hold more sway with council than the rest of us do, with the result that many projects are ready to launch before the public gets a chance to comment on them. Under the last city council, staff, with the help of small but noisy interest groups, drove such ideas as traffic calming on Alexis Park Drive and 20th Street, bike paths on busy 43rd Avenue, and sidewalks the width of landing strips on 29th Street. Now this council, many members of which were elected as a backlash against precisely this type of high-handed behaviour, is continuing the tradition over a new visitor information centre (VIC). Leaving aside the idiocy of establishing a VIC in a place that forces fifth wheels and large trailers to turn left across traffic on the most congested street in Vernon, during the most congested season in Vernon, and leaving aside the fact that the cost of relocating the old tourist booths to a central location will eat up more cash than it will save in the short and long-term, this particular move by city council is widely opposed by just about everyone in public hearings, committee meetings and

our tourist booths into an area that absolutely defies logic in any sense.

on the street. It's true that no city council can please everyone all of the time. If city council discovered the means to magically conjure up gold and give every citizen in Vernon a large bag of it, there would be at least one person complaining that the bags were too heavy. And some projects, like the library and the track at Okanagan College, split public opinion fairly evenly, forcing council to pick between two options. But when public opinion is so overwhelmingly against a pet project, that fact alone should trump all of the studies and good intentions by staff and interest groups. It is not enough to get the project ready to launch, complete with a "coming soon" sign, and then go through the motions of pretending to consult the public. Unfortunately, as seems so often the case, that's clearly what happened here. City councillors must realize that they work for the public, not for staff or the loudest interest group, and that when the vast majority of the public and/or nearby residents speak with one voice, city council is duty bound to listen. As usual, there was only one

Vernon can boast of our zealous and efficient bylaw enforcement team that is very good at discouraging downtown visits by being very effective at handing out parking tickets. The same group does nothing to enforce bylaws regarding panhandling and loitering on our streets, or enforcing the bylaws against bike riding, skateboarding or seniors operating their scooters recklessly on our sidewalks. I ask these same bylaw enforcement people to help make Polson Park safe for all who use it. It leaves one wondering what he would have been saying about this ranking if Vernon were in the top 20 places to live. Which is exactly where we should be. Gary Cooper

dissenting voice amongst the herd in the final 4-1 vote for the VIC. I commend Coun. Bob Spiers for being the lone dissenting voice in this, as in so many other cases. scott anderson speCial shoes stolen I am appealing to the Vernon community. My daughter was at the pool in Vernon March 21 when her shoes were stolen out of the locker. My daughter is disabled and her shoes have a special lift in them, and no one else can wear them due to that. I am trying to get them back as we go to Portland to get her medical treatment and her shoes and braces made, so it's not easy for us to replace them. If someone finds them and could return them to us I would be very grateful. laura surgenor worlD tb Day March 24 was World TB Day. Yes, tuberculosis is still killing millions of people every year. This infection isn’t racist, sexist, or classist. It can be caught easily because it is airborne. TB Reach is fighting the problem and everyone can help.

Make your donation to TB Reach at www.stoptb.org/getinvolved/donate.asp, or write or phone our MP, Colin Mayes, to tell him you want him to support Stop TB and TB Reach. sheri nicholson

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Van Django concert adds some heat

ancouver-based acoustic string quartet Van Django breathed fire into gypsy jazz and left the audience smokin’ at the North Okanagan Community Concert at the Performing Arts Centre. Named in tribute to guitarist Django Reinhardt, Van Django is Vancouver’s answer to Paris’s Quintette du Hot Club de France, founded by Reinhardt and his equally inspiring violinist partner Stephane Grappelli in the 1930s. Yet the backgrounds of the two ensembles are very different. Grappelli spent his early years starving in an orphanage and took his first lessons from street musicians, while Van Django’s Christine Pilgrim violinist Cameron Wilson was classically trained and works as much with symphonic music as with jazz. Django Reinhardt only used his first two fingers to play because his left hand was crippled as a result of the burns he sustained when his gypsy caravan caught fire. The tragic accident that cost him the use of his third and fourth fingers gave birth to a style now emulated by countless guitarists. Yet Van Django’s Budge Schachte’s four fingers danced along the neck of his expressive guitar like a dandy spider on steroids. “I’ve got them, so I might as well use them,” he smiled. The quartet’s rhythm guitarist Finn Manniche is as accomplished as his counterpart, Reinhardt’s brother Joseph, who would step in for Django when he some-

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times didn’t turn up for a gig. But Joseph Reinhardt didn’t compose whimsical waltzes like Finn Manniche’s Waltz in the Shape of a Tree, a tune that could charm the birds off that, or indeed any tree. The Quintette du Hot Club de France boasted a second rhythm guitarist because Django felt the need for two guitars to back him when he played solo. But Cameron Wilson’s understated, sensitive rhythm accompaniment on violin worked just as well, if not better, for Van Django. Bassist Brent Gubbels, a younger, leaner counterpart to the Hot Club’s Louis Vola, was the only Van Django member not to have his composition included in Friday’s program. Cameron Wilson’s Tea for Three cheekily juxtaposed the notes of its namesake Tea for Two to witty effect, while Schachte named his snappy Estaban for a man in a black hat selling guitars in a TV commercial. Speaking of television, Van Django’s arrangement of TV themes such as Spiderman and the Flintstones, interspersed with glimpses of Take Five and I’ve Got Rhythm, tickled our toes and our funny bones. And when they invited us to hum Ode to Joy in their happy jazz tribute to Beethoven, we needed no second asking. We were at our most ecstatic when Van Django played, in every sense, with Beethoven’s 5th and 9th symphonies, along with such classics as Dvorak’s Humoresque, and their encore: Reinhardt’s arrangement of Grieg’s Norwegian Dance No. 2. Lennon and McCartney would have revelled in their rendition of Norwegian Wood. At moments, the fab four seemed to slip into the skins and spirit of that other Fab

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Members of Van Django take to the stage at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre as part of the North Okanagan Community Concert Association’s current season. Four. In her review of the group’s 2007 appearance at the PAC, Lisa Talesnick quoted Vernon’s guitar maestro Neil Fraser, whom the North Okanagan Community Concert Association invited, along with several of his students, to sit in the front

row once more. So it seemed appropriate to leave the last word to him. “I love it,” he said, “The gypsy rhythm is so infectious and direct that it gets to you right away.” I agree. Here’s to Van Django getting to us again and again!

The Lunchbox is a feast for the romantic in all of us

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The last movie in the Vernon Film Society winter series will be shown Monday. The Lunchbox will be a delight for all of those who have travelled to India, and an eye-opener for those who have not. It is a tender story about two lonely people, the great Irrfan Khan (Life of Pi, Slumdog Millionaire), as Saajan, an accountant, and Nimrat Kaur as Ila, a neglected housewife. The hot lunches brought daily by Mumbai’s world famous dabbawalas, couriers who feed the city via an intricate delivery system, are at the centre of the story and as Johanna Schneller

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of the Globe and Mail says: “Real ones appear in the film and watching them perform their daily miracle is worth the price of admission.” When Ila’s lunch for her husband is misdirected to Saanjan, a correspondence develops between them as they tuck notes in the containers each day and gradually reveal their inner selves, and fall delicately in love. Khan states the movie is, “a tribute to people whose lives have somehow become mechanical, their spark, their spirit fades away, slowly, slowly. Something needs to be done. So this magic happens.” Waiting to see if the two will ever meet and carry on with the unfolding story keeps the

viewers interest right until the last reel. It’s a delight for all romantics, a glimpse into a world most of us are unfamiliar with, and sure to be a crowd pleaser. The movie will be shown at the Towne Theatre Monday at 5:15 and 7:45 p.m. All tickets are $7 and available at the door and Bean Scene. Programs for the spring season will be available shortly at the usual outlets. The Vernon Film Society is celebrating its 30th anniversary and, as a thank you to loyal patrons, is offering passes for any five movies for $30. These passes will be available for purchase at regular movie nights and will expire at the end of December.

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Pledging to stop TB Leo Young Special to The Morning Star

Until recently, tuberculosis (TB) was the leading cause of death for all of mankind. Even in the ‘60s, it was still a killer in B.C. Sadly, we dropped the ball. It’s human nature. We solved it here, elsewhere is out of sight, out of mind. But TB didn’t stop elsewhere and the ancient killer is back. Only now it’s in new, mutated versions including MultiDrug Resistant (MDR), Extensively Drug Resistant (XDR) and completely drug resistant versions, including a particularly virulent version which kills in less that a month. TB is air-born and spreads easily. There is no prevention and for some, no cure. Recovering confers no immunity — you could catch it again, the next day. First the bad news: n TB is second only to HIV/AIDS as the greatest killer worldwide due to a single infectious agent n In 2012, almost nine million people fell ill with TB, of whom three million were never diagnosed n 1.3 million died from TB, including 74,000 HIV-negative children n A TB outbreak in 2008 in Kelowna has not been stopped. In 2012, there were twice as many cases as the year before n XDR-TB is an extremely expensive disease to cure with up to two years of harsh chemotherapy n Cost for one cure of XDR-TB ranges from $100,000 to $1 million

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per case. Even then, 1/3 of cases die n Multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) is present in virtually all countries surveyed n B.C. has many international airports. We are one airplane load away from having 200-plus folks exposed to MDR or XDR TB landing on our already overburdened health care system, exposing, on average, 15 people before being detected On the positive side: n The TB death rate dropped 45 per cent between 1990 and 2012 n An estimated 22 million lives saved through use of Direct Observation Treatment Short-course (DOTS) and the Stop TB Strategy, including TB REACH n Using DOTS, China cut TB rates in half in only 20 years n A plan is in place to reach the last three million Defeating this ancient scourge is a long-term problem but the first step is right in our grasp. DOTS is a cheap and effective way of treating regular TB. We use it in B.C. to treat our own citizens. Expanding DOTS everywhere is the key to wrestling TB under control around the globe. But to use DOTS we need to find those who are infected. TB REACH is a proven initiative for diagnosing the hardest to reach. In 2009, Canada pledged $120 million to the Stop TB Partnership

to found the TB REACH initiative — an innovative mechanism focused on using community-driven programming “to promote early and increased case detection of TB cases and ensure their timely treatment, while maintaining high cure rates within the national TB programmes.” n TB REACH focuses specifically on finding and diagnosing cases of tuberculosis in the most vulnerable, hardest to reach regions of the world n The small, highly focused funding formulas encourages grassroots, community-based initiatives designed to reach right into the communities at risk n Many of the programs are utilizing new technologies and methods of case detection to find as many people and diagnose as many cases as possible n TB REACH is now focusing on the last few, most difficult places to reach. It is creating new partners on the ground and designing programs to reach the last three million TB REACH has so far supported 109 projects in 44 countries through the first three waves of funding. The externally validated results of the first wave of funding showed an average 33 per cent increase in case detection with a few projects even doubling the case detection within one year of implementation. Ultimately, defeat-

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ing TB is going to need new drugs and a vaccine but the first step is wrestling plain old fashioned TB to the ground around the world. The TB REACH program is doing just that. The TB REACH program has a practical five-year plan in place that will see it reach everyone in the world with detection and treatment. This fiveyear round of financing calls for us to make a commitment of a new $40 million USD per year, about three cents per week, per Canadian. While this may sound expensive, it is many orders of magnitude cheaper than treating a large scale outbreak of TB just here in B.C. With this week’s World TB Day, call or write to your MP and say you want TB to be stopped for good with funding for TB REACH. Why not make the call or write the letter and save millions of lives? One of the lives you save may be your own. Okanagan-Shuswap MP Colin Mayes can be reached at 250-260-5020. Leo Young has been a citizen activist with RESULTS Canada for 10 years and is with RESULTS Vernon, which meets every second Thursday at the People Place at 7 p.m. See www. results-resultats.ca

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The Greater Vernon Museum & Archives welcomes families to its first ever Easter Party. Preparations are coming together for the party to be held April 12 from 1:30 p.m to 3:30 p.m. “This event is perfect for those kids who just can’t wait another week for Easter,” said Jennifer Ng, event and education coordinator. “We have a number of fun crafts and games planned, plus a Golden Egg Hunt.” All ages are welcome. Cost is $2 per child, parents are free! Parents are required to remain with their children for this event.

Please call the museum at 250542-3142 to pre-register. Museum staff have planned another fun event leading up to the Easter Party. From April 8 to 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., staff will be hiding an Easter bunny somewhere in the museum, moving it to a different location each day. Drop by the museum once or come by all four days to find the bunny; and with each successful find enter to win a prize (one entry per person per day). Visit www.facebook.com/vernonmuseum or www.vernonmuseum.ca for more details.

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enry Van Dyke said, “The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month.” With spring comes Easter with all its traditions and special foods, and so, for the next few Cathi Litzenberger weeks we will be offering recipes for the Easter season. Today’s mint-crusted rack of lamb will be a perfect choice at Easter for lamb-lovers. Mint-crusted Rack of Lamb 1 cup fresh mint leaves 2 cloves garlic, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs Salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste 1-1/2 tablespoons finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

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1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons honey 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons rice vinegar 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (flavoured with tarragon is OK) 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 (1-1/4 pound) racks of lamb, trimmed 1 teaspoon vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Cook mint leaves in a pot of boiling water for about 10 seconds. Transfer mint leaves to a bowl of ice water; soak for 30 seconds, drain and squeeze dry. Combine blanched mint with garlic, olive oil, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper in a food processor or blender. Blend for 20 to 30 seconds until fine and crumbly. Transfer mint mixture to a large bowl; stir in ParmigianoReggiano cheese, set aside. Combine 1/4 cup Dijon mustard and 2 teaspoons honey in a small bowl, set aside. Combine olive oil, rice

vinegar, 2 teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon, salt and black pepper in a jar with a lid. Shake vinaigrette vigorously until combined, about 30 seconds. Set vinaigrette aside. Slice 1/2 to 1-inch slits between each bone of the lamb racks to assure the meat roasts evenly. Season each rack with salt and black pepper on all sides. Heat vegetable oil in skillet over high heat. Brown each lamb rack for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transfer lamb racks to the foil-lined baking sheet. Brush each rack with mustard and honey mixture. Sprinkle mint mixture over the top and sides of each rack, pressing it down as you do so. Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top and medium rare in the centre, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centre should read 125 to 130 degrees F. Remove from oven and allow lamb to rest for 10 minutes before serving; cut in half or into serving size pieces. Place on plate and drizzled with honey mustard vinaigrette.

Re-invent your self and your life in 100 days Morning Star Staff

For those of you who have seen makeovers in magazines and on TV and wondered how to get on for yourself, wonder no more. Women of the Okanagan have the opportunity to experience a makeover of their own with the 100 Days to the NEW YOU Meta-Makeover Program beginning April 3 and led by life coach Jodi Seery and her Meta-Makeover team of professionals. “When the people on TV who received the makeovers are visited a year after their makeover they very often look much like their pre-makeover self, because the change that was made was a superficial change on the outside,” said Seery. “This is not that kind of makeover program. This is a mind, body, energy, style and life Meta-Makeover that begins with 100 days of inner transformation ignited through online group classes, personal private coaching, between-class home ‘play’ rather than home ‘work’ and individual energy alignment WOODLOT LICENCE PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW

Notice is hereby given of the public review period for the 20142024 Woodlot Licence Plan (WLP) for Woodlot Licence (WL) 2024. WL 2024 has development units located along Johnson Creek (near Mara Lake) and along Gleitz Creek (in Trinity Valley). The WLP outlines the resource values and management strategies for those values associated with the Woodlot. The WLP is consistent with the Okanagan-Shuswap Land and Resource Management Plan and the Forest and Range Practices Act. Prior to approval from the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), the WLP is available for review and comment by First Nations, the public and resource users until May 26, 2014. The WLP may be viewed by contacting Jody McCall, RPF PAg for an appointment at (250) 545-9749 ext 205. The WLP may be amended as a result of written comments received on or before May 26, 2014. Comments received after this may not be included in this plan, but may be considered for future development. Please address comments to Woodlot Licence 2024, PO Box 28070, Lavington, BC, V1B 3L9 (attn.: Jody McCall, RPF PAg).

and re-balancing to bring inner clarity, confidence and stability. Lasting life change is generated from the inside out.” In addition to the 100 days of personal support, guidance and accountability of a life coach, participants will also experience an introductory yoga class at Arise Yoga by Lisa Dumas, an introductory Pilates class at Neumovement Pilates by Hayley Harkness and a wardrobe and appearance workshop as well as a personal shopping experience by image consultant Kirsti Kirkness. And to complete their metamorphosis, participants will receive an outer makeover that honours, celebrates and reflects their newly revealed inner selves. The finale makeover weekend at the end of the 100 days includes a hair style makeover by Matrix hair artist Jessica Nicole Johnson, a makeup makeover by makeup artist Amy Gervais and style makeover by Kirkness, all captured in a photo shoot by photographer Kerry MacLeod. The program wraps up with an evening gala event to celebrate each woman’s transformation from the inside-out. The program is limited to 10 women, with spaces filling quickly. Registration closes March 31 or as remaining spaces fill. For full details and registration visit jodiseery.com On behalf of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 3557 Vernon, we would like to thank the following sponsors for donating to our prize table for our annual PNW Mixed Eagles Bonspiel in Vernon on March 14 - 16th. • 30th Street Liquor Store • Vernon Legion • Vantage One Credit Union • Rogers Foods • Hi Pro Sports • Cooper’s Foods • Geo-Tech Drilling • City of Vernon • County of Strathcona • Vam Drilling • Homes by Avi • Barefoot Wines

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ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF CANADA The Vernon group of RASC Okanagan meets March 26 at 7:15 p.m. at Okanagan Science Centre, basement meeting room, east side of Polson Park off Highway 6. The entrance to the nicely appointed room is from the rear of the building. Raffaele Scotto Lachianca will speak on “Favourite Messier Objects.” John Karlsson and James Kanester will do another “Mystery Constellation” Constellation of the Month presentation. A regular feature of Vernon meetings is a pre-meeting novice session from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Topic will be general discussion of April 15 Lunar Eclipse. If there is a telescope or astronomy topic you would like to learn more about, call James Kanester at 250-558-0845. ADDICTION & MENTAL ILLNESS, A FAMILY pERSpECTIvE March 26 from 7 – 8:30 p.m., Best Western Vernon Lodge, 3914-32nd St. Mae Burrows, president of From Grief To Action, will offer information about coping as a family and about support and advocacy for families with loved ones caught in the cycle of addiction and mental illness. Presentation is free, but please leave message with Dianne at the Mental Illness Family Support Centre at 250-260-3233 or bcssvernon@shaw.ca if you plan to attend. UppER ROOM MISSION BOUTIqUE Storewide 1/2-price sale. Thanks to the amazing donations over the past month we are full and it’s time for our monthly 1/2 price sale! We have a wide variety of spring clothing, furniture, fabulous household items, books and lots more. We also have a great selection of outdoor items for the upcoming season. Sale runs March 26 to 29. Red dot items exempt. 100 per cent of proceeds benefit Upper Room Mission and remain in our community. hEALINg AFTER SUICIDE LOSS SUppORT gROUp Registration is open for the April 16 – June 4 group (Wednesdays 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.) and early registration encouraged. Trained professionals and peers facilitate this support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. It is offered at no cost by the Suicide Prevention Committee of Vernon. Info. or to register please contact Betty Bates 250-275-8062 ext. 4 or e-mail betty.bates@cmha.bc.ca KALAMALKA CARINg KLOWNS WORKShOp Annual workshop April 12 and 13. Are you compassionate? Do you like to laugh? Do you like to make others happy? Do you like to give back to the community? Well, clowning might just be for you. For more information or to register, call Doris at 250-546-6396 or Beverley at 250-5583576 or see www.kalamalkacaringklowns.com gALLERY vERTIgO CALL FOR ART SUBMISSIONS Gallery Vertigo is seeking submissions of artwork in all forms for their annual juried members show. Artists can respond to the theme, The Colour of Music, with paintings, sketches, fibre art, sculpture, photography, multi-media. The jury includes Michelle Loughery James Postill and Joanne Sale. Artists need to be members of North Okanagan Artists’ Alternative (NOAA), which runs Gallery Vertigo, and can submit up to two artworks, in any medium. Artists who are not members of NOAA can sign up for membership at the same time as submitting their artwork. Gallery Vertigo is accepting submissions until April 5 at the gallery, 3001-31 St. (upstairs). Info., 250-503-2297 or www.galleryvertigo.net FILL A BAg FOR A LOONIE all this week at

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the Mission Dollar Bin Thrift Store March 26 to 29. Choose from clothing, housewares, books, videos, footwear, toys, etc. Open Tues. thru Sat., 9-5ish at 3008-34th St., across from Valley First downtown. All proceeds benefit our Mission programs in Vernon. Volunteers and donations greatly appreciated! pURpLE DAY FOR EpILEpSY On March 26, wear purple to support awareness of epilepsy world-wide. Do you have epilepsy? Anyone can have epilepsy, a loved one, a family member, a friend. If you are interested in joining an epilepsy support group, we will gather in Enderby evening of March 26; call Karen Durant 250-8389581 for info. For more info. on what you can do in support of Purple Day call 1-888-9 SEIZURE or see www.purpleday.org. What would you do if you witnessed someone having a seizure? SpRINg SKY pLANETARIUM ShOWS Join night sky expert Kevin Aschenmeier on guided tour of the universe in Okanagan Science Centre’s Planetarium March 26 and 27 at 3:30 p.m. A family-friendly look at the constellations and cosmos as we transition from winter to spring. Arrive early to guarantee “space!” Free for OSC members, regular admission non-members. LEARN TO STRETCh YOUR FOOD DOLLARS NUTRITIOUSLY March 26 at 9 a.m., Seventhday Adventist Church on Patten Dr., Armstrong. We will help you save money by sharing frugal tips in planning, buying and preparing wholesome real food. Hands-on demos, enjoy a hearty meal; presented by Lifestyle Matters, a community health service. To register, 250-546-3631 or 250-546-2979. LUMBY hEALTh CENTRE: FREE BABY MASSAgE CLINIC March 26 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at White Valley Community Hall (for babies 0 to 12 months). To register, call 250547-9741. 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 more 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. Our group has been meeting for 11 years, we have fun and do all kinds of activities. DROp-IN CRIB AT ThE EAgLES Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes 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. Open daily 1 - 7 p.m. ThE vERNON ChApTER OF ThE MS SOCIETY Hosts a yoga class for people with MS, every Wednesday at 10.30 a.m. at the People Place.

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hinking of completing your first triathlon? Want your children to get involved? Recreation Services has two great programs to get adults and youth started in this dynamic sport. With our Intro to Triathlon for Adults we take you through a 12-week program that prepares you for the KalRats Sprint Triathlon. Our Youth Triathlon Club is for children nine to 13 years who want to join a group that has fun, is non-competitive and is team-oriented. Both courses start the first week of April (Wed. and Sun for adults, Tue. and Thurs. for youth). Info., see www.greatervernonrecreation.ca or call Deb Treherne at 250-550-3672.

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, nonmembers $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. with 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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LIvE MODEL DRAWINg SESSION FOR ARTISTS March 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 inhi- bition. Models are experienced, male and female, nude or draped. Participants must “Let something to smile about...” be over 19. Sessions limited to 12 par“Letususgive giveyouyou something to smile about...” ticipants. Pre-registration required; $10 for members, $20 for non-members. Gallery is at 3228-31st Ave. Call 250-545-3173. ExpERIENCE gREENLAND March 27, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Halina Centre in the Vernon Rec Centre. Julia Lissau provides an overview of what life’s like on this largest most northerly island of the world. Join us to experience some history and to learn New to serve serveyou youbetter! better! Newextended extended hours hours to about the people, travel challenges, myths, Monday – Saturday 8:30-4:30 Monday - Saturday 8:30-4:30 art, stark grandeur and more. This Capsule Thursday until8:00 8:00pm pm WednesdayEvenings Evenings until College talk helps CFUW Vernon funds two $1,500 scholarships at our college and is sponsored by Vernon’s University NOW PATIENTS! NOWACCEPTING ACCEPTING NEW NEW PATIENTS! Women’s Club. Admission at door $7, $4 students. Info.: 250-545-7753. nd Avenue 2301 – 32nd 2301-32 Avenue vERNON CAMERA CLUB MEETS March Vernon, BC Vernon, BC 27 at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park. Wayne Emde will Dr.Dr. Sean Bicknell Dr.Dr. Karl Denk Dr. Isabelle Henri Sean Bicknell, Karl Denk & Associates give a presentation on “Travel Photography Family, Cosmetic, and Implant Dentistry Family, Cosmetic, and Implant Dentistry – Capturing the Essence of Place.” Anyone Visit our NEW interested in photography, from expert to Visit our NEWwebsite websitewww.pleasantvalleydental.ca www.pleasantvalleydental.ca beginner, is most welcome to attend as a

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By donation. Questions? Call Dave at 250-547-6368. FREE mOVIE NIgHT March 30 at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) CHAPTER #4844 Meets Church, 5151 Alain Rd.) and all are invited (free will offering will Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Alpine Centre, #29. It’s accepted for this cause). Veil of Tears is a 90-minute documentary $32 to join, and then $5 a month. For more information, call M. telling the untold story of how many women in India face huge Schmolke at 250-545-8124. challenges, persecution and cultural injustices. But, there is hope NEW HOPE FOR WIDOW/ERS COFFEE DROP-IN Every for them. Come watch, learn and be inspired! Thursday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at our office in the People Place, #003, AFTER-SCHOOL WRITINg LESSONS AT VERNON LIBRARY 3402-27th Ave., People Place. This is a time for widows and widJoin library Writer-in-Residence Harold Rhenisch. For kids aged 8 owers to share their journey through grief in a safe environment. to 15. No registration necessary for this free program. March 31, VERNON CALORIE COUNTERS We meet every Thursday at 9:30 Pages That Whisper, Shout and Sing; April 7, Book Gymnastics. a.m. in the CMHA Clubhouse, Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave. WeighWriter-in-Residence program paid for by Vernon Friends of the in followed by a short meeting and sharing of health information, Library. Info., www.orl.bc.ca or 250-542-7610. support for any dietary problems. For more info. call Aggie at 250S.O.L.D. Society for Open Learning and Discussion meets 549-4353 or Marj, 250-545-0250. Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at the People Place and all are welcome to COmmON THREADS Ministering to the needs of our commuattend. March 31, “Nasittuq, Canadian Forces Station, Alert Bay,” nity. Free, good quality used clothing and footwear. Every Thursday with Jack Phillips. 9:30 a.m. - noon and Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Vernon Alliance gET INVOLVED & mAKE A DIFFERENCE! If you are a person Church. Call 545-7105. who enjoys spending time with seniors and wants to make a difHALINA SENIORS CENTRE DANCES Every Thursday from 2 - 4 ference in someone’s life, we have an opportunity for you! The p.m. in the Halina Room. Doors open 1 p.m. Dancing to old-time Family Resource Centre’s Senior Support Volunteer program pairs country music. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost: $3 members, $4 volunteers with clients who need a friendly, helping hand and a non-members and if you’re just coming to sit and listen the cost listening ear. Training is provided for the volunteers and the next is $1. We are at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For more session will run for 7 sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 to information, call 250-542-2877. 27 from 9 a.m. until noon at the People Place. Learn more on our AL-ANON mEETINg Thursdays at 1:30 p.m., at Trinity United website, www.vernonfrc.ca or by calling Karen at 250-545-3390. Church on Alexis Park Drive. VOLUNTEER COmPUTER TUTORS NEEDED! If you have good CANCER RELAxATION SUPPORT gROUP For people living basic computer skills this may be the program for you! The with cancer and their support persons. Meets program is run by the Junction Literacy Centre. Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., People Place, 3402Volunteers work one-on-one with adults 55+ 27th Ave. For more information contact about once a week at a time and location that Colleen at 250-542-6373. works for them, usually at the public library. TImE OUT gROUP AT HALINA SENIORS’ General areas of need are e-mail, Internet, photo CENTRE If you enjoy counted thread needlework, management and saving files. All tutors must complete an RCMP cross stitch and hardanger come and join us Criminal Record Check and attend an orientation session. for an afternoon of stitching and socializing. For further information contact coordinator Kathy Wylie We are a small group that enjoy stitching, at kwylie@junctionliteracy.ca or 250-549-2216. teaching, learning and solving the probFLY FISHINg & FLY CASTINg COURSE The Kalamalka lems of the world. Every Thursday from Fly Fishers Introduction to Fly Fishing/Fly 1 to 3 p.m. at the centre, 3310-37th Ave. Call Casting course will teach you everything you 250-542-2877 for more info. or just drop by. need to know to start and enjoy the sport of VERNON STROKE RECOVERY BRANCH fly-fishing. The five-night course covers equipMeets Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 ment, knots, finding fish, local entomology and p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave. fly-casting. Each student will receive a detailed Support to stroke survivors, their families fly-fishing/casting manual. Do all the bugs in and caregivers; socialization, recreational, the water look the same? We will start you from educational activities to enhance, develop the very beginning and teach you the proper and maintain motor and cognitive skills. techniques to cast. Learn to cast into the wind Call Mary-Joan Giffin at 250-260-8029. and add more distance. The course runs AA mEETINgS ON THURSDAYS Meeting, Tuesdays, April 1 to 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. 0 0 ,5 12 Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Register at Vernon Rec Centre or at www. INCLUDES (1) D E DR TWELVE THOUSAND & FIVE HUN Park Dr.; open meeting and handicap greatervernonrecreation.ca (course code # 1) $230 BI-WEEKLY, 96 $12,500 MONTHS, 4.99%, TOTAL accessible.. Monday to Friday, noon, open, 29377). Cost $80 per person. For more info., PAID=$35,340. TO YOU VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) Meeting, open, call Ruben at 250-558-5362 or log on to www. STK #140133 10 a.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. kalflyfishers.ca Closed meeting 8 p.m., Mug and Muffin, ENDERBY LIONS gARAgE SALE April TH 2801B-34th St. Meeting (X) open, 8 p.m., 1-30 from 9-4 every day and 9-9 Tuesdays VTC. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. and Thursdays with possible lunch and sup(H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) handicap access. (X) per closures, Enderby Curling Rink and no access. Info., call 250-545-4933 Gazebo. Watch for signs. VERNON mS SOCIETY SUPPORT gROUP THE NORTH OKANAgAN NATURALISTS’ Meets on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m., FAmILY SATURDAYS AT VERNON PUBLIC ART gALLERY CLUB Back by popular demand: we invite the public and all memroom 105 of the People Place. Call 542-2241 for more info. March 29 from 1-3 p.m., Paper Mobiles Inspired by Alexander bers to attend the Vernon Lodge April 2 at 7:30 p.m. to hear Doug THE COmPASSIONATE FRIENDS TCF is an international, non- Calder. Family Saturdays takes place on the last Saturday of each Burles of Kamloops speak on the White Nose Syndrome in Bats. profit, non-denominational, self-help organization for parents who month with an art project suitable for little kids and big kids alike, NISgA’A WRITER jORDAN ABEL reads from his collection, The have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. at a minimal cost to participants. This month, participants will Place of Scraps, exploring the dismantling of First Nations culture Meetings are held at 7 p.m., on the last Thursday of the month at learn about kinetic art and American sculptor Alexander Calder, by anthropologists. Abel will be joined by award-winning poet the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. For further information famous for creating large mobiles that move through the air! Build Claire Lacey and fiction writer Thea Bowering. Readings will be please contact Darlene or Allen in Vernon at 250-558-5026 or Kelli your own mobile with any shapes and colours for you to take home followed by discussion. All are invited to attend April 3. Doors in Falkland at 250-379-2465 or her cell at 250-308-8489. and enjoy. All materials supplied. Suggested ages 5+ Drop-in, $3/ open at 7 p.m. and readings begin at 7:30 p.m. at Gallery Vertigo at VERNON AND DISTRICT ANImAL CARE SOCIETY We have a members, $5/non-members. Gallery is at 3228-31st Ave. Call 250- 3001-31 St. #1 upstairs. For more information, call 250-503-2297. lost-and-found cat registry. If you have found a cat, or your cat has 545-3173 or e-mail info@vernonpublicartgallery.com ALLAN BROOKS NATURE CENTRE A night of feather fascinagone missing, please call Margaret at 542-3980 with a description of KELOWNA SINgLES CLUB DANCE March 29, Rutland tors and lapel boutonnières, the Allan Brooks Nature Centre invites the cat and we will do our best to help. The registry is anonymous, if Centennial Hall, 180A Rutland Rd., N Kelowna. Doors open 7 you to its Annual Fundraiser Dinner & Auction April 4 at the Best you wish, we only require information about the cat. p.m., dancing 8 p.m. to midnight. Bar, refreshments and snacks Western Vernon Lodge Hotel (5:30 p.m.) Funds raised from this FREE LEgAL DROP-IN CLINIC Every Thursday from 7 - 9 p.m., available. Dress code: no sweatpants, running shoes or baseball event help the centre with its day to day to operations and educaroom 303, the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Open to all, regardless hats. Members, $10; non-members, $13; membership is $15. Our tional programs. Tickets, $65 or $500 for a reserved table of eight, of financial circumstances, volunteer lawyers provide up to 15 min- dances are open to everyone. Invite your friends to join you. The available at www.ticketseller.ca or call 250-549-SHOW (7469). utes of basic advice on legal issues. For more information or to make more the merrier! Info., 250-762-6907. TRIATHLON CLOTHINg & gEAR SALE The Kal R.A.T.S will be an appointment, call Colleen Hoople, Specialized Victim Assistance, WONDERCAFE.LIVE! IN LUmBY PRESENTS “A Film and a hosting a sale of gently used running, cycling and swimming gear at 542-3322 or Wynn Hartfelder, Outreach, at 542-1185. Talk” March 29 at Lumby United Church Hall from 7 – 9 p.m. We and clothing April 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Lakers’ Clubhouse. Great welcome you to view and discuss The Perks of Being a Wallflower, bargains to be had. Cash sales only, items sold as is. Free admisa film about Charlie, a 13-year-old boy with an undiagnosed mental sion but donations to food bank welcome. For more information TALKINg ROCKS! PICTOgRAPH ROCK PAINTINg Participants illness. Taken from the book, Stephen Chbosky (JUNO) allows this contact Linda at 250-558-7823 or go to www.kalrats.com in this two-hour camp will learn the difference between picto- beautiful story to unfold in a natural way without forcing its themes VSS CLASS OF 1974 40TH REUNION It’s been 40 years since graphs and petroglyphs. Children will be able to investigate the of mental illness, homosexuality, drugs, dating and death to come the class of ‘74 graduated and it’s time for a reunion! Reunion First Nations pictographs in the museum’s collection. With the to any resolution, typical for the age. Yet there is a growing and an takes place Aug. 15 and 16 in Vernon. Please contact Marty Stein knowledge they have gained children will create their very own awakening. “We are Infinite” sums it up. Light refreshments served. at martin_g_stein@hotmail.com for details.

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pictograph to take home. March 28 from 1 to 3 p.m.; $10/child, suitable for ages 6 -10. Spaces limited. To register call Greater Vernon Museum & Archives at 250-542-3142. BC BOOK PRIzE NOmINEES Kathy Para and Renee Sarojini Saklikar open the spring season of Vertigo Voices. In their books, Lucky and the children of Air India, both writers explore aspects of terrorism and the moral dilemmas of love and war. Readings followed by discussion. All are invited to attend March 28. Doors open at 7 p.m. and readings begin 7:30 p.m. at Gallery Vertigo, 3001-31 St. #1 upstairs. Info., 250-503-2297. gRANDmA & mE (AND gRANDPA TOO) March 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m, Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701-32nd Ave. Crafts, cookies and craziness. No charge, but please call 250-5428613 to register. Bring a grandchild or “adopt” one for the day! BUDDHIST mEDITATION CLASS with Karen Goodwin, March 28, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. Class topic will be “Confidence From Within.” Drop-in class with guided meditations and a teaching. Suggested donation $10, special rates for students and seniors. Info., www.dorjechang.ca or 250-558-0952. No fragrance please. SPRINg BANqUET March 29 at 6 p.m. at the Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave., with special guests Herb and Crystal Taylor. Crystal is a Nashville recording artist and songwriter. Herb is from a military family that suffered horrendous verbal and alcohol abuse. Don’t miss this amazing evening. Register today and bring a friend, just $15; otherwise, it’s $20. Call Ed at 250-558-6502 for info. All are welcome!

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Parking fees draw debate RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Vernon politicians are being warned that changing parking rates now could hurt the bottom line. Council instructed staff Monday to consider further options for variable parking fees downtown, but that could possibly take $107,000 to $190,000 out of the city’s 2014 budget. “This is a substantial change in projected revenue,” said Will Pearce, chief administrative officer, adding that there is pressure to complete this year’s budget. “We are running out of time to set the tax rate.” Some councillors have suggested that parking fees in parts of downtown should be changed because there have been complaints from residents and merchants since the rates were hiked from 50 cents to $1 an hour in January. Staff recommended Monday that the rate remain at $1 per hour, but presented two options based on lowering the rate on some side streets off of 30th Avenue or off of 29th, 30th and 31st avenues. The financial losses could range from $107,000 to $190,000. “That is a very conservative number and I’m concerned the revenue drop could be significantly more,” said Pearce, adding that in 2015, the fullyear revenue decrease could possibly be from $160,000 to $285,000 depending on the option that is selected. Coun. Juliette Cunningham, who has a business downtown, says the current $1 an hour rate is causing significant problems for residents. “People feel that they have no options,” she said. “People aren’t parking, they aren’t doing it.” That concern also came from Coun. Brian Quiring. “We’re hitting downtown negatively and we need to do something about it,” he said. However, Mayor Rob Sawatzky stated that it

Coroner’s inquest experiences delay Morning Star Staff

The B.C. Coroners Service has announced that the inquest into an industrial accident has been postponed. The inquest into the death of 18-year-old Bradley Haslam was originally scheduled to begin March 31 at the courthouse in Vernon. “It has been postponed to allow for a full and fair review of recently received additional material concerning the inci- Bradley Haslam dent in which Mr. Haslam died,” states a release. Haslam, of Lumby, died while working at Tolko’s Lavington division June 15, 2013. It’s not known when a new date will be set for an inquest. An inquest is a formal process that allows for public presentation of evidence relating to a death.

“This is a substantial change in revenue.”

— Will Pearce takes city revenue to maintain the parking spaces. “If we have chased people from going downtown, why are all of those spaces used?” he said. As part of its upcoming report on possible changing parking rates, staff will consider alternatives to taxation to make up any shortfalls in revenue.

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“It is apparent why Chris was selected to receive this.”

A local firefighter has been recognized for his compassion. Capt. Chris Kulak, with Vernon Fire Rescue Services, has been named a recipient of the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award. “One of the great privileges of my position is that I get the honour of recognizing individuals within our city who make a difference to so many people in Vernon,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky during a ceremony Monday. “Today, I am very pleased to recognize Chris Kulak.” Kulak has volunteered and raised funds for the Canadian

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Cancer Society, Hospice House, the Salvation Army, Muscular Dystrophy Canada, the International Association of Firefighters, and the B.C. Professional Firefighters Burn Fund. In 2013, about $24,000 was raised through Kulak’s efforts. “It is apparent why Chris was selected to receive this

recognition, and on behalf of council, staff and the citizens of Vernon, we thank Chris and congratulate him on receiving the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award,” said Sawatzky. Created in 1995, the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award recognizes individuals who volunteer their time to help others and to build a more caring nation. The award also highlights the fine example set by these volunteers, and honours them for their contributions and for the positive impact they have had on the lives of others. Kulak will be formally presented his award by the governor general’s office later this year.

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The BC Government is now off-loading our recycling decisions to Toronto.

Under its new regulations, the BC Government has set up an association led by big corporations to take over the local Blue Box recycling program throughout BC. If you look closely, you’ll see that of seven board members, six are executives of Toronto-based multi-national corporations, with the seventh weighing in from Montreal. How do you like that, British Columbia? This means, unlike the current program run locally by BC municipalities, this new program will be managed not by people whose first responsibility is our local environment, but rather, their Bay St. profits. That can’t be a good thing for BC. The most perplexing thing is that we currently have a Blue Box program that works, is efficient, and costs BC homeowners just

$35 a year on average. The new proposed system does not guarantee to keep our local environment as its first priority, nor does it guarantee that there won’t be job losses here in BC. It doesn’t guarantee service levels, or say anything about how big business will pass along the costs to you when you go to pick up a pizza or buy groceries. Yikes! Perhaps this is why several of BC’s municipalities refuse to sign onto the new program, calling it a “scam.” Given that, maybe it’s time you called Premier Clark to keep BC’s environmental decisions right here in BC where they belong.

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PENTICTON –The third-seeded Vernon Vipers trailed 3-1 in the third period of Game 7 in front of an unruly crowd, imposed their will and wound up in a dogpile, celebrating a series win for the ages. The Vipers claimed their fourth B.C. Hockey League Interior Division title in the past seven years with a 4-3 win over the Penticton Vees. It is Vernon’s 15th Ryan Hatfield Memorial trophy in franchise history. The Vipers now advance to the semifinal round-robin along with the Victoria Grizzlies and the Coquitlam Express. The Vipers take on the Grizzlies Friday night at the Q Centre before hosting the Coquitlam Express Sunday, 5 p.m. Each team will play a home and home series. The top two seeds will advance to the best-of-seven Fred Page Cup. More than 3,100 people crammed into the South Okanagan Events Centre and witnessed Michael McNicholas’ winner at 2:06 in overtime, etching himself in Viper lore. “Dylan (Chanter) dumped it in and one of their d-men got it, he turned it over to (Dexter) Dancs. Dancs threw it on net and it bounced right to me and I shot it in, I didn’t even look. It happened pretty fast,” said McNicholas, a California product. The goal deafened the crowd. Vees fans sank in their seats. Some players watched from a knee on the ice, stunned. “It’s kind of hard to believe. You put your head down, you don’t really believe that it’s happening. It kind of seems like it’s fake and its not real. The past couple days here its really sunk in, it’s pretty unfortunate,” said Brad McLure. The Vees’ captain was clearly the biggest clog in his teams engine. The Stratford, Ont. product led all playoff scorers with 10 goals and 21 points. “It was a great game,” said 21-year-old Vees’ goalie Olivier Mantha, adding that they played hard. “I’m proud to be part of that game, that group of guys. We gave everything we had. Unfortunately it didn’t go our way.” Home was not where the heart was in this series, as the road team went 5-2. Before the heroic overtime performance, there was an JOE FRIES/BLACK PRESS improbable comeback. As they have for most the series, the Vees struck first. Ben Cody DePourcq of the Penticton Vees shields the puck from Demico Hannoun of the Vernon Vipers in Game 7 of the B.C. Hockey Dalpe and Max Cotta worked a pretty give-and-goal 2:43 in League Interior Conference final series Saturday night at the South Okanagan Events Centre. The Vipers won 4-3 in overtime. the first. “Our guys were very positive all night long. Even when onds after the Vees scored. Mantha mishandled a puck behind his own net leading to we were down, the positive talk on the bench was great,” said Neither team showed signs of fatigue. Both teams came two great scoring chances. Vipers’ head coach Jason Williamson. out chucking huge hits. T.J. Dumonceaux wallpapered a “Both teams came out great I thought. It looked as if the The Vees didn’t hold the lead for long. The Vipers tied it Vees’ defender behind their net on the forecheck. first period was a bit of a feeling out stage,” said Vees’ head less than 30 seconds after. While shorthanded, Dumonceaux raced in alone coach Fred Harbinson. The Snakes won the face off and immediately dumped it on Mantha. With the top half of the net looking pretty, The Vipers opened up the second frame with an early on Mantha, who let out a juicy rebound. The Vipers were the Dumonceaux rifled one off the crossbar. penalty to Logan Mick for tripping. Shane McColgan had first on the puck. The shot came from the point and seemed The first was evenly played with each team recording the best chance for Penticton on the powerplay. He sailed the to be deflected on its way to the net. Brett Mulcahy got credit eight shots. rebound from a blueline blast just wide of the net. for the goal, from Colton Sparrow and Josh Bryan, 16 secThe Vipers’ best chance to take the lead came when See VIPERS on A26

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Often times, a team’s best penaltykiller is their goalie and Austin Smith was razor sharp for the Vipers. “I thought Smith was outstanding tonight. Yeah, they had three goals but there wasn’t much he could do about the perfect back-door plays they executed,” said Williamson. Smith made 23 saves and was terrific on second-chance opportunities. “My nerves weren’t any higher than they were in Game 6. I just kept trying to play the same way, you don’t want to over think big games.” Less than a minute into a 4-on-4, the Vees took the lead with a 2-on-1 rush. Cody DePourcq mailed it home from McLure, 5:40 in the second. The Vees extended their lead before the second expired. Steen Cooper tapped in his fifth of the playoffs on a gorgeous back-door pass from Eric Benoit, rocking the SOEC. “We knew it was going to be very tough heading into the third period, here, down two goals,” said Williamson. The Vipers didn’t get the start they hoped for with Brendan Persley taking an elbowing penalty just minutes into the third.

Vernon’s penalty kill unit was superb, killing off all three Vees’ topranked powerplays. In the regular season, the Vipers owned the league’s worst powerplay at 14 per cent. Oddly enough, the Vipers started their comeback on the man advantage as Sparrow brought his boys within one, from McNicholas (BCHL Player-of-the-Week) and d-man Jared Wilson, 7:59 into the third. Sparrow leads the Snakes with 16 points. His line with Mulcahy and Persley have been white-hot in the playoffs combining for 42 points. Riding the high off the powerplay goal, Mulcahy tied it in front of the net at 9:12, with his 12th. Sparrow threw the puck on net from the left wall. It never made it as it clanked off a few legs in front right to Mulcahy. Mantha didn’t have a chance to react to the deflected shot before it was too late. The teams exchanged Grade A-scoring chances in the final 10 minutes. Liam Coughlin just missed McNicholas with a pass that would have gave him some great alone time with Mantha. The Vees nearly had a buzzer-beater as Cooper had the puck fizzle off the heel of his stick on a one-timer.

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Fighters from B.C. and Alberta exchanged blows in an entertaining amateur boxing tri-card weekend at the Vernon Rec Centre. City of Vernon Council Chambers (3400 – 30th Street) There were 30 bouts that featured plenty of The City of Vernon is in the process of updating the city’s long term local talent from the Vernon Boxing Club and plan for managing sewer and storm water in the city (Liquid Waste CounterPunch boxing, also of Vernon. Management Plan), and will be hosting an open house meeting to gather Usman Raza of CounterPunch fought both days public input. in the senior welterweight class, winning his second Please attend anytime between 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m to review the plan bout unanimously. with City staff, and provide feedback on the costs and options proposed Adam Woods of CounterPunch lost a very for managing liquid wastes in the City of Vernon. tough contest at middleweight. Despite not picking up the decision, Woods left with some hardware as Feedback can also be provided by email to vernonlwmp@urbansystems. he was named Best Novice boxer in the tourney. ca before March 31, 2014. The Vernon Boxing Club was represented well If you are not able to attend the meeting and would like more by Jake Stuchberry and Joe Sigalet. information regarding the plan, please contact Greg Thompson, City of Siagalet fought Soheil Binnez of Richmond out Vernon, at 250-550-3589. of the light heavyweight division. “It was a very close fight. Joe won the fight but lost the decision,” said Brian Jones, head coach at Vernon Boxing Club. Are you Are youMétis? Métis? Stuchberry took on Daneil Mott from Quesnel. Need funding for Skills, Employment &Training? Mott, the more experienced fighter, edged Need funding for Skills, Employment &Training? Stuchberry in a very tough bout. The ASETS Program may be for you! The tournament also displayed Kenny Lally The ASETS Program may be for you! from Prince George, five-time Canadian champion and his clubmate and Canadian silver medallist Jag  Have questions on how to apply? Seeghra. on how to apply? “While the competition was in full swing, we Have Wantquestions to know more?  Want Have to questions on how to apply? know more? were also privileged to welcome Sylvio Fex from our ASETS program staff [Date, Time] at [Location] [Address] to learn about Alberta, appointed by Boxing Canada, who ran a Join  Want to know more? rd 12-hour learning facilitator program, and Roland Join our ASETS program staffand April , 2014 11am - 2:30pm how the program works how3it can benefit you. Labbe, fresh from the London Olympics and Ian Ok College Campus, Kal View Café , Vernon B.C. Gibson were busy upgrading and qualifying refertoOffice: learn about howTime] theFunding program works Join our ASETS program staff [Date, at [Location] [Address] to learn about MNBC Head 1-800-940-1150 provided by: ees and coaches, “ said Tony Stamboulieh, president 604-557-5851 and how it can benefit you. how the program works and how it can benefit you. of Boxing B.C. and head coach of Counterpunch. www.mnbc.ca Follow us on Facebook: The tournament sailed smoothly thanks to: https://www.facebook.com/ metisnationbritishcolumbia Olympic referee and Alberta’s chief official Labbe, MNBC Head Office: 1-800-940-1150 Funding provided by: Gibson, B.C.’s chief official, assisted by Peggy Maerz 604-557-5851 of Salmon Arm’s Bulldogs and Kay Stamboulieh of www.mnbc.ca CounterPunch, B.C. coach Bob Pegues and matchFollow us on Facebook: maker Colleen Bourassa. https://www.facebook.com/ National silver medalist Sarah Haghighat-Joo metisnationbritishcolumbia presented the other special trophies. March 31, 2014 – anytime between 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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Jimmy Hollier of Peachland lands a punch on Supinder Virk of Edmonton Saturday afternoon. The trophy winners were: Best Female Boxer, Cynthia Hughes of Bronx Boxing Club in Edmonton; Best Male Boxer, Kenny Lally of Inner City Boxing Club in Prince George; Best Bout, Jake Varga of Olson’s Boxing Club in Victoria versus Sasan Haghighat-Joo of Peps Boxing in Vancouver, Best Prospect, Brandon Juba of Thistletown Boxing Club in Kelowna; and the Bronx Boxing Club of Edmonton won Best Club Participation. The event was sanctioned by Boxing B.C. and was conducted according to Canadian Amateur Boxing Association and International Amateur Boxing Association rules. Major sponsors were: CounterPunch Boxing Club, SunFM, Vernon Morning Star, Vernon Boxing Club, Baron Insurance, Robert Dunkley (East Van Bob), City of Vernon and Breakaway Fitness.

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saves over two games at Prospera Place, the Rockets found enough cracks in his armour for a pair of 3-1 wins. Kelowna forward Ryan Olsen, who scored the winner Sunday night, said the Rockets need to continue to put pressure on the Ams’ stopper to be successful this week in Washington. “We want to get pucks on this guy, he’s not going to give us too many opportunities, that’s been our game plan, to just keep shooting the puck,” Olsen said. “They’re going to come out hard, so we just need to stick to our game plan and good things will happen.” Sunday’s win featured the first WHL goal for Rockets’ rookie Joe Gatenby, an insurance marker on a shot from the point in the second period. Previously, the 16-year-old blueliner had no goals and six assists in 45 career games. “When it went in it felt pretty nice,” said Gatenby. “I went the whole season without getting one, so it felt pretty good to get it out of the way. To finally chip in and get a goal is nice, especially in a game so important.” Unlike last season’s poor playoff start against Seattle when they slipped into a 3-0 deficit, the Rockets are in a vastly better position with a two-game lead.

Gatenby looks for the Rockets to build on what were a pair of solid efforts on home ice. “It’s what we wanted starting off with two wins,” Gatenby said. “Playoffs is a different season, we knew that. The guys were down 3-0 last year after a great season, so it’s nice to get the two wins to start, and that’s what we want to do is carry it forward and hopefully finish it off in Tri.” Game 4 will be played Wednesday in Kennewick, with a fifth game, if needed, Friday night at Prospera Place. ICE CHIPS: Vernon’s Curtis Lazar supplied 1+2 as the Edmonton Oil Kings grounded the Prince Albert Raiders 5-3 Saturday night before 6,534 fans at Rexall Place. The Oil Kings won 3-1 Sunday night to take a 2-0 series lead...Vernon’s James Dobrowolski set up Levko Koper on a 2-on-1 shorthanded break as the Alberta Golden Bears toppled the Saskatchewan Huskies 3-1 in Saskatoon Sunday to win their 14th CIS men’s hockey championship. Koper took a perfect pass from Dobber before beating netminder Ryan Holfeld with a high wrist shot on the glove side. Dobrowoslki played three games for the Vernon Vipers before splitting four years evenly between the WHL Prince Albert Raiders and Prince George Cougars. He’s a junior at the U of A.

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It will be the Kamloops Storm and the Beaver Valley Nitehawks in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League championship series. The Storm host the Nitehawks in Game 1 Friday night at McArthur Island

Sports Centre. Vernon Viper affiliate Dallas Calvin supplied one goal and two assists as the Nitehawks toppled the host Creston Valley Thunder Cats 6-2 Monday night at Johnny Bucyk Arena. The Hawks won the series 4-1.

Ex-Viper Ryan Edwards also had two helpers for the Nite Hawks, who got other goals from Taylor Stafford, Braden Fuller, Jeremy Lucchini, Riley Brandt and Mitch Foyle. Edwards scored twice and Calvin earned one assist as Beaver Valley grounded

Creston Valley Saturday night in Fruitvale. Max James and Mitch Friesen each scored a deuce as Kamloops iced the Osoyoos Coyotes 6-2 Sunday night to take that series 4-1. Josh Rasmussen and Brock Balson added singles.

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Sydney Hofer of Vernon is going to the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George. Hofer was lead for Sarah Daniels of Delta, who won the Games qualifying playdowns last weekend at the Vernon Curling Club. Daniels, the defending provincial junior champion, also had Dezaray Hawes of New Westminster at third and Cierra Fisher of Kamloops at second. Team Daniels went 6-0 through round-robin play, stopping Alyssa Connell of Prince George 5-4 Saturday afternoon. Connell place second at 5-1 in the seven-team affair. Hawes skipped a different team past Connell for gold in the B.C. Winter Games in Mission. Vernon’s Clare Schmidt finished 2-4. Schmidt was backed

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Cassidy Schwarzle (left) and Jaelyn Cotter of Vernon sweep a stone thrown by Miranda Chapple in the Canada Winter Games qualifier Saturday. by Miranda Chapple, Jaeyln Cotter and Cassidy Schwaerzle. They were coached by Brier star Jim Cotter. Schmidt stopped Bailey Tinkler of Victoria 6-2 and lost 5-2 to Lorelei Guidos of Salmon Arm 5-2 in Sunday draws. Schmidt bowed 5-4 to Daniels after brushing back Carly Connor of Prince George 8-6 in

Saturday games. Tyler Tardi of Langley won the boys’ side of the playdowns, going 4-1 in their pool to advance to the page playoffs, where they bounced Zane Bartlett of Grand Forks 7-3 and then iced Duncan Silversides of Victoria 7-2 in the final. Vernon’s Brendan Chapple finished 3-2 in Pool A, ground-

ing Jay Ueda of North Vancouver 11-2 in their final draw Sunday. Chapple fell 9-3 to Tardi and lost 8-2 to Sam Gaspar of Sparwood in Sunday draws. Chapple was supported by third Erik Colwell and a front end of Devon Schmidt and Johnathan Schwartz. The Canada Winter Games are Feb. 13-March 1.

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Vernon’s Danielle Butler scored twice and set up another as the Thompson-Okanagan Rockets stopped the host Prince George Cougars 4-0 Sunday in the B.C. Female Midget AAA Hockey League semifinals. The Rockets took the best-of-three series 2-1 after winning the second game 3-2 Saturday. Prince George won the opener 3-1 Friday night. The Rockets advance to the provincials, April 4-6, against the host Fraser Valley Phantom. Winner of that series plays the Alberta AAA champions for a berth in the National Esso Cup, April 20-27 in Stoney Creek, Ont The Rockets finished third in the regular season at 14-12-4, while the Phantom topped the table at 22-1-7. Prince George was second at 16-6-8. Being underdogs going into the provincial playdowns hardly bothers the Rockets. “I think the best we did against them was tie them in the Langley tournament,” said Butler. “They’ve been beaten by some teams we’ve beat so we know we can beat them. Anything can happen.” Captain Jessie Lynn Olfert of

Penticton drew the assist on Butler’s winner Sunday. Squwey Gottfriedsen of Kamloops made it 2-0, from Olfert, in the first period. Butler pushed it to 3-0 in the second, while Olfert connected, from Butler, for the final goal. Rachel Fontinha went the distance for the shutout. Butler and Olfert are both third-year players. In Game 2, the Rockets got snipes from Courtney Morice (Kamloops), assisted by Lindsey Rose (Kamloops), Gottfriedsen, from Butler, and Ali Roine (Vernon), assisted by Gottfriedsen and Morice. Fontinha was stellar with 32 saves. In the opener, the Rockets got a goal from Stephanie Strymecki (Kelowna), assisted by Olfert and Butler. Prince George scored twice in the first period and once in the third. “We never had a good first game, but we got better as the weekend went on,” said Butler, who turns 18 on May 2. “We move the puck and we communicate really well when we’re having successs.” The Rockets were short a few bodies so Butler double-shifted at centre all series. A Boston Bruins’ fan, Butler is taking general studies at Okanagan University College.

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Miriam Jayne Family and friends of Miriam Lawson Jayne regret to announce her peaceful passing at her Okanagan Landing home. Miss Jayne was born September 27, 1923 in Bristol, England. She finished school before the Second World War and served in the Women’s Land Army. She trained as a Chartered Physiotherapist and Orthopaedic Nurse and practiced in Shropshire, Wales and Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland. She moved to Canada in 1950 and practiced in the North Okanagan until 1988. She was predeceased by her parents, Lt.-Col. and Mrs. Wallace Jayne of Bristol, and by one sister, Pamela Hendricks of Jamaica, West Indies. She is survived by one sister, E.V. Lee (Marten) of New Zealand and by several cousins in the U.K., as well as nieces and nephews, Felicia (John) Pheasant of Jamaica and England; and Anthony (Lisa) Handricks of Jamaica and England; and Mark Warren and Celia (Grant) Warren-Shrimpton of New Zealand. Miss Jayne was well-known for her love of life-long learning and her involvement in the community, including in the Okanagan Landing Community Association, The Okanagan Science Centre and All Saints Anglican Church. She was also a tireless traveller who leaves friends in many countries and cultures. A memorial service will take place Thursday, March 27 at 2 p.m. at All Saints’ Anglican Church, 3205-27th St., Vernon, with reception to follow.

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Payroll Administrator Lavington, BC o you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportuniƟes for conƟnuous growth and development͍ QUALIFICATIONS: ͻ The successful applicant is reƋuired to be a self-starter with excellent organiǌaƟonal, interpersonal, communicaƟon, and Ɵme management skills. ͻ The ability to pay keen aƩenƟon to detail is essenƟal and the candidate must have working knowledge of computer programs. ͻ The incumbent must be able to operate in a team environment and manage relaƟonships with a various hourly and staī personnel. ͻ Preference will be given to candidates with previous payroll administraƟon experience and industry related experience. ͻ CompleƟon of or working towards a CPA designaƟon is a deĮnite asset. Tolko oīers an uncompromising focus on safety performance, compeƟƟve compensaƟon packages, sustainable business pracƟces, a progressive environment and we are an industry leader in world markets. APPLY TODAY! Our tradiƟon of excellence is built on strong company values, a challenging environment, and conƟnuous development. To explore current career opportuniƟes and become a part of our community, visit our website at www.tolko.com and submit your resume by March 30th, 2014. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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SALESPERSON WANTED Sundial Lighting requires a full-time sales person. Applicants with experience in home decor and/or lighting would be an asset but not necessary. Apply in person to Rod or Faye @ Sundial Lighting, 2801 44th Avenue, Vernon.

A PERFECT PLACE FOR SOMEONE JUST LIKE YOU Vernon’s newest hotel has multiple openings and offers competitive wages. Apply in-person between 11 AM and 4 PM

EVENING FRONT DESK & HOUSEKEEPING Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® 5300 Anderson Way, Vernon, BC V1T 9V2

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TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking Seasonal Nursery Workers to join our team in Armstrong, BC. Tolko is a forest products company with marketing, resource management and manufacturing operations throughout Western Canada. We are an equal opportunity employer offering full pension and benefit programs. This is seasonal work, 7:00a – 3:30p Monday to Friday $12/hr. POSITION OVERVIEW: A Nursery Worker is responsible for thinning and transplanting forest seedlings. Working as part of USW Local 1-423, the incumbent will conduct themselves in a safe, timely, cost effective, and professional manner. • A strong team player • A demonstrated ability to meet regularly set performance measures READY TO APPLY YOURSELF? If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please apply in person to Tolko – Eagle Rock Division 105 Highway 97A, Armstrong, BC

Computers/ Info systems

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In the convenience of your Home Computer Troubleshooting, Repair, Performance Maintenance & Virus Control. Personalized in-home Computer Training with your programs, Internet, E-mail, scanner, camera, printer & cleaning up harddrive.

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IF you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 250-545-4933

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Travel

Timeshare

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is offering a meeting room for non-profit organizations. Available for day & evening. Contact Elaine Collison @ 250-558-6585 or email to peopleplace@shaw.ca to set up appointment.

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Marriott is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Travel GET FRONT Row tickets to the 2014 Grey Cup game in Vancouver with Dash Tours The official tour operator. 3 nights hotel included. Call 1800-265-0000 or www.DASHTOURS.com

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Education/Trade Schools

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

TAYLOR PRO TRAINING LTD. CLASS 1-4 AND AIR BRAKE CERTIFICATION Providing Class 1-4 Driver Training as well as Airbrake Certification. 4406 29th St, Unit C. • Wed & Thurs Apr 9 & 10 • Sat & Sun Apr 26 & 27. Call for more details.

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted. Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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We require long and short haul US capable drivers. We are an Okanagan based company with dedicated suppliers and customers and require drivers to fill their orders. Our short haul drivers primarily service the US northwestern with dedicated runs available and are home regularly, our long hauls drivers service the southwestern US and are home on a weekly basis for resets. We offer: Dedicated Tractors, US Medical Coverage, Company Cell phones, Direct deposit pay with no holdbacks. Dedicated lanes. Rider Policy. All we need from you is US capabilities, border crossing experience and a professional attitude, Class 1 driver’s license and a clean abstract and are physically fit. Please fax or email your resume and abstract with US drivers in subject line to 250-546-0600 or email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phones calls or walk in’s please.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Education/Trade Schools

NOW HIRING Class 1 Drivers to transport dangerous goods for oilfield service company in northern Alberta. Competitive wages, benefits and lodging. Experience hauling fluids preferred. Email: dispatch@brekkaas.com

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Employment Business Opportunities BLOSSOMS Fresh Fruit Arrangements. Low start up. Training. No royalties. Support. For info email:blossomskelowna@shaw.ca

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Farm Workers LOOKING For Experienced Farmworkers with a min. Class 3 and Looking For Irrigation workers - must have DL Email cozmad56@gmail.com SUN City Cherries 4759 Lakeshore Rd Kelowna req’s Farm Labourers. Pruning, picking, packing, sorting and general farm work. Seasonal. 40hrs/wk minimum 7days/wk. $10.33/hr 10 positions starting March 1, 2014. 100 positions starting July 1st. Email resume: suncitycherriesjobs@shaw.ca 250-764-1872

Haircare Professionals PURE-AN Organic Hair Salon is looking for an experienced hairstylist to join our amazing team! Please drop off resumes in person. 2920 29th street Vernon BC Thx.

Help Wanted VERNON •NOW HIRING

Top Stylists Needed • Guaranteed Hourly Wage • Performance Bonuses • Product Sales Commissions • Great Benefits • Best Training in Industry Flexible hours include evenings and weekends. Call today at

250-503-1229 Care-Aide (RCA)

to support a female in Vernon. Full time & part time required to fill maternity leaves. Competitive wages and benefits. Non smoker. Fwd resume to kareaide11@gmail.com CLEANER needed, night shift, FT or PT, Call 250-309-5675.

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S WA N L A K E NURSERYLAND has a position now available in the

Bakery/Deli Dept.

for the person who has the passion for baking & cooking Please drop off resumes to 7920 Hwy 97, Vernon, B.C. or fax to 250-542-7952 or email: admin@myswanlake.com

Skin care/laser tech

wanted for busy medical clinic providing dermatology, aesthetics and vein care services. We are looking for a bright, energetic personality with excellent communication skills who loves to work with people. Will provide on-site training. Written references required. Please drop off resume to: #101 - 3002 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C.

Vernon Golf & Country Club is now accepting resumes for

GOLF SHOP ASSISTANT Duties include: POS / Cashier â€˘ Retail â€˘ Booking Tee Times â€˘ Checking-In Golfers â€˘ Opening / Closing Golf Shop. Candidate must have the ability to Multi-Task, provide Customer Service, possess excellent Phone Manners, possess Organizational Skills. Previous experience in the golf industry, retail-cashier an asset. Wage depends on experience. Send resume to sglenesk@vernongolf.com

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Established Travel Agency in Vernon is seeking part time / full time and Outside Sales Professionals with experience preferred. If you have a passion for travel and providing unsurpassed customer service, this could be the position for you. Candidate must possess strong consultative selling skills and the ability to listen to customer needs. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) is a must. Send resume to Box 37 c/o The Morning Star 4407 25th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 or email resume with references to vernon1travel@outlook.com

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SUPERVISOR PRT Growing Services Ltd. operates 13 forest nurseries in Canada and the USA, producing over 120 million seedlings annually. We currently have an opening for an ambitious, competent individual for the position of Accounts Payable Supervisor at our Administration Office located in Armstrong, BC. Specific duties include accurate coding, processing and payment of AP vouchers, maintenance of purchase contracts, coordinating with the Purchasing Agent and general month end accounting duties. The successful individual should have formal education in accounting and preferably at least 2 years experience. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required. Please submit resume in confidence by April 4, 2014 to admin_jobs@prt.com or by fax 250-546-6810

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS ARMSTRONG/VERNON

Home Leisure PART TIME / FULL TIME HOT TUB TECHNICIAN REQUIRED â€˘ Technical and/or Mechanical experience an asset â€˘ Must be a team player â€˘ Must enjoy working outdoors and indoors â€˘ Must have good customer service skills and enjoy working with the public â€˘ Must have a clean driverâ€™s abstract â€˘ Competitive wage package offered

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Please email a resume to bonnie@bhleisure.com or fax to 250-542-4109

KAL TIRE PLACE Join our Team!

Recreation Services-Kal Tire Place employs event support staff for concession food and bar service. We require additional food service staff who must be available for various weekday, weekends and evening shifts. Preference will be given to those applicants who hold a valid foodsafe and serving it right certiÂżcate. Please address to Âł$ttention 1icole +uckabayÂ´. Recreation Services-Kal Tire Place is also hiring for conversion and building service workers. Staff must be available for various weekday, weekends and evening shifts. Please address to Âł$ttention %rian RobertsonÂ´. Short listed candidates will have to provide a completed criminal record check. Please drop off resume at Kal Tire Place main ofÂżce at - rd avenue 9ernon or fa[ to - - .

Employment

Help Wanted

COMPUTER

Applicant must have the following qualifications: â€˘ Extensive knowledge of windows XP, Vista , Seven, Eight â€˘ Experience with Mac software and hardware would be a asset. â€˘ Experience in PC hardware troubleshooting, diagnostics & Virus removal. â€˘ Must have home and office networking skills. â€˘ Previous in shop and / or mobile Tech experience. â€˘ Customer service experience. We offer a very competitive wage and a full benefit package. Please Email resumes to jbjcomputer@gmail.com ( No phone calls please )

This year marks the 40th Anniversary for Westwood Electric as we continue to grow with our team of over 300 employees. Since 1974, we have been providing electrical and instrumentation services to a wide range of industries across Western Canada. We currently have offices located in Vernon, BC, Leduc, AB and Prince Albert, SK. At Westwood, our people have always been our greatest asset. We strive to build lasting relationships with our employees through a flexible, responsive and sincere approach. Westwood is currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Clerk to be based out of our Head Office in Vernon, BC. This opportunity calls for an analytical, results oriented individual to provide accurate, confidential administrative support to the Accounting team. The position will be accountable for a multitude of functions including but not limited to: â€˘ Maintenance of invoice and supplier files â€˘ Identify, investigate and follow up to resolve invoice discrepancies â€˘ Data entry of high volume invoices

Skills/Education â€“ Special Needs Worker Certificate or equivalent, experience working with adults with developmental disabilities

â€˘ Process and issue payments

Other â€“ Use of personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement. Community based support.

â€˘ Process expense payments

Please send cover letter, resume and references to Kindale Developmental Association c/o PO Box 94 Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Fax 250-546-3053 Email: kindale@kindale.net

NO PHONE CALLS

COMMERCIAL LOAN PORTFOLIO MANAGER The Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust (SIDIT) was created as an Economic Development Trust by the Province of BC, to be a catalyst for the Southern Interior region of BC, to grow a strong diversified economy by stimulating sustainable economic growth through strategic and leveraged investments. The Trust is headquartered in Vernon. The Board is composed of eight regionally elected government officials and five appointees of the province focused on providing their communities the ability to pursue new opportunities for stimulating sustainable economic growth and job creation. You will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for sourcing, developing, and managing a profitable commercial loan and equity portfolio. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability in managing a diverse portfolio in a commercial banking or venture capital environment. You have post-secondary education in commerce, financial accounting or equivalent. Travel within the Southern Interior of BC will be required. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Competitive benefits and pension are offered. Interested parties may apply in confidence to: Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust Email: ceo@sidit-bc.ca

Sales & Service

FULL TIME EXPERIENCED COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

Full-time/Part-time/Casual

Wages per BCGEU agreement

BEACHCOMBER

Employment

â€˘ Reconcile accounts payable transactions and supplier statements

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and qualifications: â€˘ Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel â€˘ Detailed, organized & results oriented â€˘ Knowledge of Provincial Sales Taxes and Tax Exemptions â€˘ Strong and effective organizational and communication skills â€˘ Experience in Accounts Payable processes

All applications will be handled in confidence and should be e-mailed quoting the job title and posting #14-04 HRBC to: jobs@westwoodcompanies.com or fax to: 250-542-8586.

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

ARMSTRONG EXPERIENCED GROCERY STOCK CLERK We require an experienced Grocery Stock Clerk to join our team. Duties include stocking shelves, heavy lifting, inventory and merchandising skills. The ideal candidate would be able to lead in a supervisory role, delivering exceptional customer service in a fast paced environment. This is a great opportunity with a well established local company. The position is full time and compensation will be based on experience. Please apply in person with resume along with references at the Askewâ€™s Foods Armstrong office to Paul Lemaire.

ALEXANDERâ€™S LIQUOR STORE REQUIRES PERMANENT PART-TIME LIQUOR STORE CLERK

Must be able to work a variety of shifts including Evenings and Weekends. SIR required. Experience an asset. Apply in person to

12408 Kal Lake Rd, Coldstream â€˘ ARCHITECTURAL SHEET METAL WORKERS â€˘ FLAT ROOFERS

WANTED

Vancouver Island and Lower Mainland opportunities. Top Wages & BeneďŹ ts. Relocation costs paid to qualiďŹ ed applicants. E-mail: hiring@ parkerjohnston.com or Call: (1)250-382-9181 Avtar Lit General farm labour required in Vernon. No experience necessary but must be able to learn quickly. Duties incl, but are not restricted to pruning, thinning & harvesting fruit. June 20 - Oct31, $10.33, 10hrs/day, 6days, 6162 Old Kamloops Rd

RECEPTIONIST Nixon Wenger Lawyers is one of the largest, fastest, growing law firms in the Okanagan and we have an immediate opening for a PERMANENT PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST. Our successful candidate will be a part of a job share arrangement and will work afternoons Monday through Friday from 1:00 â€“ 5:00pm. Applicants should have 2-3 years of reception experience with a strong foundation of exceptional customer service. Our Receptionists are expected to treat all aspects of client care as a priority in addition to being responsible for a wide variety of clerical office duties in support of company administration. As a front-line worker, our Receptionists present a positive and professional image of our firm to all visitors, suppliers and inquiries. Our firm offers a positive working environment, competitive salaries, a group benefits package and an RRSP program. Please submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com or fax to 250-542-7273 by Thursday March 27, 2014. Nixon Wenger welcomes your interest in this position and we advise that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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Help Wanted

COOK Req. F/T for Rosalinda’s Filipino Kitchen 2810 33rd Street Vernon, BC. $11.50/hr. Cook / Prep / Clean. Filipino / Canadian experience & High School Preferred. Please send resume: t_smelser@yahoo.ca EDO JAPAN Hiring ft/pt all positions Cook/ prep/cashier/sushi. Mature, with experience would be an asset. Full benefits. Apply at the Fruit Union Plaza. Farm Labour 2 jobs, no experience, pruning, thinning, & picking. 40hrs/wk $10.33/hr June to Oct 31. KM Orchard Ltd. (250)309-0975

DESC SERVICES DESC Services is looking for a Part Time Community Support worker. This position provides 1-1 support young male with developmental disabilities along with a relief/on call component. Shifts can include mornings, evenings and weekends. Successful candidate will have experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities, relevant postsecondary education, a clear criminal record check, drivers licence and reliable vehicle. Given the support needs of the individual, male applicants are preferred. Please send resume to descokanagan@shaw.ca

Gardener’s Helper. Duties include mowing, weedeating, garden clean up etc. Must be neat, tidy & reliable. $13-15/hr. Please respond: Box #4, c/o Vernon Morning Star, 440725th Ave, Vernon V1T 1P5

Required person with Good Apple iPad experience to give private lesson’s in Vernon. (250)308-6255

Medical/Dental

“Let us give you something to smile about...” OFFICE MANAGER / TREATMENT COORDINATOR required for progressive and busy dental practice in Vernon. Existing office manager is moving out of town so if you are looking for a chance to further your career and take part in the excitement of our cuttingedge practice - then this may be the perfect opportunity for you! We are providing state of the art general, cosmetic, and advanced implant dentistry....and would love to add the right person to our dynamic team. Competitive wages and benefits. Please email resume to Dr. Bicknell at info@pleasantvalleydental.ca

Help Wanted

The Upper Room is seeking a General Manager. The posiƟon calls for a person who can give direcƟon, leadership, be a good listener and has experience in management. A good grasp of Įnances is reƋuired. The successful applicant will be in responsible for a number of departments and thus have a good grasp on interrelaƟonships. The posiƟon also reƋuires a criminal record check and references from present and past employers is reƋuired. A ũob descripƟon is available upon reƋuest. Please send all resumes to The Upper Room Mission at ϯ40ϯ ʹ 27th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S2 or e-mail ũakeΛvernonurm.org

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Trades, Technical

Fencing

Housekeeping Front Desk Staff. Housekeeping: previous exper helpful, but not nec. Front desk: Computer proficiency or Wyndham Soft Hotel Prgm exper. is required. Great opportunity for a mature individual. Drop off resume w/reference to: 4006 32nd street, Vernon. No phone calls/faxes.

Production Line Sorters

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897. Make money and save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

JOURNEYMAN or Apprentice Heavy Duty / Commercial Transport Mechanic wanted in Golden, BC. This is for you if you are an outdoor enthusiast. Position is full time evening shift 4:00 pm - 12:00 midnight Monday thru Friday. Rate of pay is competitive and will be negotiated based on experience. We invite you to become a member of our team. Please fax your resume and cover letter to 250-344-6622 or email manager@bnwcontracting.ca

WESTSIDE Post Pounding & Farm Fencing. Great rates! Call 250-308-5403.

VERNON PAVING - A Division of Lafarge Canada Inc, has openings in the following positions: SCREED OPERATOR, ROLLER OPERATOR & SKILLED LABOURER/ OCCASIONAL OPERATOR. We offer a safe work environment, on the job training, up to date well kept equipment, room for advancement, and a positive work environment. Qualified applicants should have previous paving experience, a positive attitude, and a valid drivers license. These positions are based out of our Armstrong location and work sites are throughout the North Okanagan. Vernon Paving offers competitive pension and benefit programs. These are unionized positions with a rate between $22-$29 / hr plus holiday pay. Please submit resumes to scott.horsfield@lafarge.com or fax to 250-5466565 by March 31st, 2014.

Bring your Cabinets back to life with Remedy Cabinets. Renewing and Updating with savings for 22 years. Free estimates 250-309-9673

Live-in Caretaker for a 20 unit Sr. Independent-Living Complex. Couple preferred. Resume to Three Links Lodge, #21-3700 Highland Park Road Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B4. Optician needed for Armstrong Optometry. Please apply by submitting a resume by Apr 1 2014 to amstrongoptometry@shaw.ca or by mailing to: Po box 660, Armstrong, BC V0E1B0 or submitting in person at: 3380 Smith Drive, Armstrong. 250-546-2020 Optometric Assistant needed ASAP for Armstrong Optometry. Please apply by submitting a resume by Apr 1 2014 to amstrongoptometry@shaw.ca or by mailing to: Po box 660, Armstrong, BC V0E1B0 or submitting in person at: 3380 Smith Drive, Armstrong. 250546-2020 Orchard Workers needed for Bagry Bros. Orchards Ltd. from June 20 to Nov 15. Thinning, Summer Pruning & Harvesting, $10.33/hr. Phone 250-503-7693 or Fax 250-5422136. 317 French Rd, Vernon

Cherry sorting positions available at Coral Beach Farms Ltd, Lake Country. Must have previous cherry sorting experience. Applicant must be able to stand for long periods of time for 6-7 days a week, 10-12 hours a day beginning approximately July 15, 2014 and ending early September 2014. Accommodation and meals provided if required. Pay $10.33 per hour plus quality bonus. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or at jobs@coralbeach.ca

Salmon Arm Ready Mix Ltd. has an immediate opening for dispatcher and concrete batchperson. Successful applicants must have excellent organizational skills and able to work unsupervised in a fast paced environment. duties include organizing truck fleet, batching ready mix concrete with computer batch system, and scheduling orders. Typical 40-45 hr. week @ 21.00$25.00/hr plus extended health benefits. This position offers secure long term employment in a comfortable work environment. Applicant will be trained in use of batch system. Experienced in ready mix concrete, construction and truck experience considered an asset. Please drop off resume at office @ 2851 13 Ave SW Salmon arm or email sales@sarm.bc.ca

Landscaping

Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading

• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies

Authorized Dealer

250-542-8191 • 4620-23rd Street Mon-Fri:7:30am-5pm • Saturday: 8am-4pm Sunday: 10am-2pm APRIL - JUNE

www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.

Livestock

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

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110

www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

UP TO $400 cash daily FT & PT outdoors, spring/summer work. Seeking honest, hard working staff. propertystarsjobs.com

Medical/Dental CDA with experience and Prostho Module at a busy dental office. Part time for Mat Leave. Drop resume at 3102 34th St, Vernon, BC, or fax 250-545-8942 or email dr.craiggoplen@shawbiz.ca

Teachers PRIMARY Teachers Wanted in Shanghai Are you tired of being on the TOC list? There are opportunities for BC and Alberta qualified teachers at Shang Yin Canadian International Primary School in Shanghai. Successful applicants will teach Canadian curriculum in English. Contact Brian Butcher at bdbutcher@telus.net for more information.

Trades, Technical 3 positions: Picker/Boom Truck Operator, Winch & Bed Truck Operators needed. Generous signing bonus to right applicants. Valiant Oilfield Hauling is a family friendly business based in Fort St John. We are looking for a Certified Picker/Boom Truck Operator for a 40 ton Picker, an experienced Winch truck Operator and an experienced Lo-bed Truck Operator. We offer competitive Wages and great work environment. Send resume to office@valiant-hauling.com or call Jeremy at 1778-256-4258. Flexible work rotations a possibility. Serious applicants only. INDEPENDENT Automotive repair facility requires Journeyman technician for full time position. Mon-Fri. Successful applicant must have a passion for the trade and enjoy the challenge of diagnostics. Wage to be negotiated based on experience and qualifications. Please call 250-8387912 for further info,or email resume to willauto@telus.net Williamson Automotive, Enderby BC JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC is required for coastal logging operations near Woss, BC. Year round employment with full benefits. Further details can be found at www.hdlogging.com Please fax resume to 250-287-9259.

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Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 A1. Dump runs, yard/home clean up, weed whacking, painting. 250-550-4256 Welding repairs or fabricate new. No job to small from chairs to lawnmowers, will pick up. Bob (250)503-7969

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Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care. Pressure Washing. Gutter cleaning, tree trimming,local moves.Kris 250-308-4100.

Kitchen Cabinets

Moving & Storage 8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, Sale or Lease. U1ST - MOVING 2 men on a two ton truck. $70/hr. Call 250-859-8362. 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 WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299, 2 Coats Any Colour

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

Rubbish Removal Affordable dump runs. Make the right call. Beat any quote. Kris 250-308-4100.

PRO JUNK REMOVAL We haul more for less. DAILY DUMP RUNS 4 Trucks serving Vernon 7 Days a week

250-766-3835

Financial Services

Telephone Services

DROWNING IN Debt? Cut debts more than 60% and be debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free Consultation. Toll Free 1-877-5563500 BBB Rated A+ www.mydebtsolution.com 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 IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call National Teleconnect Today! 1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com

Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540. CRIMINAL RECORD? Pardon Services Canada. Established 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. A+BBB Rating. RCMP Accredited. Employment & Travel Freedom. Free Consultation 1-8NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

I found it in the classiÀeds, and so can you.

Handypersons

Pets & Livestock

Equestrian FARRIER, BWFA cert. Shoeing, Trims 250-792-2112, 250509-4138. farrier_8@live.com

Feed & Hay 150 square bales hay for sale. Alfalfa mix $2.00 a bale 250-542-9988 Hay for sale.Grass hay alfalfa grass mix 1st cut. 250-5451817. Straw $4./bale. 250-308-5902

Livestock 1 Black Angus Bull, 1 York/Landrace X Boar & 1977 Ford 500 single axle grain Truck with a drill fill for sale. (250)546-9766

Pets ANIMAL CARE SOCIETY

Cats and kittens available for adoption to approved homes. Neutered, tattooed & vaccinated.

www.vernonanimalcare.com

Poultry LAYING HEN CHICKS Miller Browns. 8 wks old p/u first week of April $8 each 250546-6608

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BUSINESSES & SERVICES HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS /CONSTRUCTION

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

INCOME TAX SERVICE E-FILE

Specializing in Small Businesses

250-545-8294

L. McCoy Bookkeeping Certified Bookkeeper 778-475-4905 lmccoybookkeeping@yahoo.com

TAX RETURNS

PTP Business Services

- Personal & small business tax returns - Reasonable prices - Pickup & delivery your oĸceͬhome

250.542.7817 ptpbus@telus.net

Daryl (Fred) Hamilton

BUILDER

COMPLETE BATHROOM RENO’S • Quality Professional Services • Highly Recommended

250-307-1112

www.

Sun Valley Construction .ca

Making your house the home You want since 1991

RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS "I Do Not Hesitate To Recommend Dave" "We Wholeheartedly Endorse Dave" "We Recommend Him To You"

Burk’s Renovations 30 Years a Carpenter Also skilled in • Drywall • Painting • Flooring • Tiles • Decks • Fences Need Help? Please Call...

Bob - 250.275.0706

QUESTIONS? CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS AT

BADABATHROOMS.COM

250.308.6230

Seniors Discount Free Estimates Emergency Repairs

Cliff Battensby 250-308-1193

No job too small!

LANDSCAPING WINDOW CLEANING EAVESTROUGHS PRESSURE WASHING (250) 308-0689 FREE ESTIMATES

CONCRETE

Call Matt

LANDSCAPING 250-306-9896 •EVERCARE HEDGE & SHRUB, TRIM & SHAPE

DRYWALL DAVIES DRYWALL CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663

STUCCO CARWAY STUCCO New Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs 25 + years Experience

Ph: 307-0387

DO YOU HAVE ANY BUSINESS DIRECTORY

QUESTIONS? CALL

250-550-7900

PEOPLES CHOICE

• FRUIT TREE PRUNING • TREE REMOVAL • WEEDS • MOW • PLANT • CLEAN-UP • DUMP HAUL

RES & COMM • VERNON & AREA

250-558-5342 • 250-550-9405

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

250-550-7900

CONCRETE WORK

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

Driveways, Retaining walls, Patios, Decks, Sidewalks & steps FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

250-545-6251 24/7 • In Vernon since 1973

OK Landing Lawn & Garden SPRING CLEANUP Book Now!

WINDOWS & DOORS

WHITESTONE

PAINTING HANDYMAN RENOVATIONS Since ‘89 - Free Estimates

Tom 250-308-8778

by Norelco

Renovation Specialists - We Can Do It! NEW Quality Professional Installations

www.odws.ca

Showroom 2001 - 43 St, Vernon BC • 250-542-1294

1044 Middleton Way, Vernon

• New Construction or Renovations • Installations • Milgard Vinyl, Fiberglass & Aluminum Windows • Interior & Exterior Doors • FREE ESTIMATES Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 • Phone (250) 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977

SOFFITS

FASCIA

GUTTERS

DECKING RAILING PATIO COVER www.competitionexteriors.ca

Lorrie’s CLEANING SERVICES GUTTER CLEANING & LEAF GUARD

) Move In/Out Cleaning Services ) Residential & Commercial Cleaning ) Construction Cleaning WCB Insured & Licensed ) Windows/Glass Railings/Vinyl Decking 250.558.6723

CONCRETE & CONSTRUCTION Tazz’s -Concrete Foundations

Construction - Framing Concrete - Concrete Floors - Siding/Roofing Hardi Plank/Vinyl “All Your Concrete Needs” - Driveways - Retaining Walls - Decks/Patios SENIORS DISCOUNT - Sidewalks/Curbs - Renos Complete Ph: 558-5452 • Cell: 308-8268 - Suspended Slabs - Post & Beam

FULL HOUSE PAINTER Tony Ventresca 250.309.1217 fullhousepainter@shaw.ca

painting & handyman services pressure washing

SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS

Windows, Doors & now...

KITCHEN CABINETS!!

HARDI-PLANK

COMPETITION EXTERIORS LTD (250) 309-3981

PAINTING

Commercial • Residential • Strata Pruning • Mowing • Shrub & Hedge Shaping Call or text Jake 250-550-5849

SIDING

LICENSED AND INSURED

CLEANING SERVICES

Dennis 250-307-6484 (Cell)

SPRING CLEANUPS, YARD HAUL AWAY, POWER RAKING, CORE AERATION, MOWING, PRUNING AND SHAPING, TREE REMOVAL, RETAINING WALLS & LANDSCAPING.

QUALITY BATHROOM RENOVATIONS INC.

ROOFING

We guarantee our workmanship at an affordable price. Book now!

BOOKING NOW!

Ron @ 250.309.0435 nulookhomeworks.ca www.nulookhomeworks.ca

TUB TO SHOWER • CUSTOM SHOWERS • TUBS VANITIES • COUNTERTOPS • SINKS • FAUCETS • TOILETS ACCESSORIES • TILING • DESIGN • PACKAGES

JOB JAR

NAGY LANDSCAPING

Licensed & Insured

250-550-7900

Glendale Roofing & Renovations

250-542-8368 (Home)

‘Framing to Flooring’

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

FREE ESTIMATES • Call Dave 250-558-7653 Vernon, Armstrong, Lumby, Lake Country

Light Framing, Decks, Sheds, Ceramic Tile, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Door/Window Installations, Kitchen Renovations, Cabinet Installations, Insurance Restorations

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FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE DAVE OR GUY

5 4 9 - 0115

Repaints our specialty • Also T-bar Installed! g • Walls • Doors • Windows • Trim • Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured

GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH!

Free Estimates • www.timetopaint.com

A-1Painting@live.com

308-9783 or 549-5140

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

URRPV IRU (2 coats any colour)

QUESTIONS? CONTACT

250 550 7900 250-550-7900

&HLOLQJ DQG WULP H[WUD Price includes Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint NO PAYMENT Until Job Is Completed!

www.PAINTSPECIAL.com 1.250.899.3163

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Merchandise for Sale

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Merchandise for Sale

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Appliances

Firearms

Furniture

Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

White Whirlpool glass top slide in range, like new. Offers. Panasonic microwave, like new.250-542-3734.

WINCHESTER Model 94, 30-30, lever-action rifle, new condition, spotless, $550 incl 2 boxes ammo, valid Firearms Acquisition Lic. req’d. 250-5456640

Burgundy Leather Sofa & Love Seat, exc cond. $850.; Maple dining set, Table & Buffet apt size, $250. Call 250545-5546

4x5 round straw bales $25, 10in tble saw 1hp $100, Belt sander $25. 250-379-2853 Back 40 Scrap & Salvage. Free metal pickup & drop off site. Up to $100 for complete vehicles. Call 250-309-6107 Electric scooter comes w/windshield, top cover, cane holder, charger. Used 1 month. Cost over $4,000, selling $3,000.250-545-8750 NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 Numerous tools, wood, mech., & garden. 8ft fiberglass canopy w/clamps $100 250-545-2610 STEEL BUILDING Sale... Big year-end clear out continued! 20x20 $3,915. 25x28 $4,848. 30x32 $6,339. 32x34 $7,371. 40x50 $12,649. 47x68 $16,691. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca Top Dollar Paid $155./complete scrap vehicle. Delivered to our yard (cash). Pick up available. Commercial & Farm equipment. Top price paid for scrap. 250-503-7003 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 Woman’s engagement ring. .40 carat, white gold and wedding band. Paid $2,500, asking $1,500. 250-545-2610

FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556

Misc. Wanted

Houses For Sale QUESTIONS ABOUT BUYING OR SELLING?

CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259

Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Estates, Gold & Silver Coins + 863-3082 Chad Coin Op Washing/Dryer machines. Any condition. Can pick up. 250-549-0644 COLLECTOR looking to buy a coin collection. Also looking for coins, bars, medals, ingots from Royal Canadian Mint, Franklin Mint, US Mint & others. Todd 250-864-3521 I make house calls!

Misc. for Sale

Auctions

White Student desk w/chair $30.; In Cabinet Kenmore Sewing machine w/accessories $100.,(250)545-8833

Independently owned and operated by the Raffan Family since 1963.

HORSE AND TACK SALE SATURDAY, MARCH 29TH Inventory reduction from a large western store including jeans, boots and horse equipment FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US AT

250-546-9420

VISIT OUR WEBSITE Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan FOR PICS 903 Raffan Rd, Armstrong, B.C.

mail@valleyauction.ca • www.valleyauction.ca

AUCTION

Dodd

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 • 6:00 P.M. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES: Sofa & Love Seat, 7pc Dining Table Sets, Maple Mirrored Dresser & Chest of Drawers, Electric Lift Chair, Dual Recliner Lazyboy Sofa, Coffee & End Table Sets, Maple Desks, Lamps, China Cabinets, Shelf Units, Gun Cabinet, Maple Table & Chairs, Kitchen Island Counter Unit, Rocking Chair, upholstered Chairs, China, Bridge Lamp, Fridges, Freezers, Stacking Washer & Dryer, Gas Stove, Portable AC Unit, Large Yorkville Speaker, Stereo’s, Leather Love Seat, 6 Drawer Dresser, Modern Corner Desks, File Cabinets, Chairs, Single Bed, Area Carpets, Dinette Table & Chair Sets, Sm Kitchen Appl., Microwave, Framed Mirrors & Prints, Divider Screen, Solemate Foot Massager, Coins, Bills, Medals, Mounted Bear Hide, Mounted Deer, Large Bull Hide, 2 Construction Space Heaters, Plus More. 14’ Zodiac Boat, 10’ Inflatable Boat, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe only 100,000 kms, 9.9 Outboard Motor, Yamaha 50cc Dirt Bike TOOLS & MISC: DeWalt 12” Thickness Planer, Homelite 5,000 Watt Generator, 15 & 12hp Gas Engines, Delta Sanders, Line Tracer, Pipe & Cable Locator, HD Transformers, Large Metal Bandsaw, Elec Forklift, Large Floor Grinder, 2 - Stihl Weed Trimmers, 3 Commercial Drying Fans, Large Lot of BX Cable, Elec Hand Tools, Tool Boxes, Air Compressors, Shop Vac’s, MT Bikes, Folding Bike, Bike Rack, Over 30 Pair New Boots, Coveralls, Fishing Rods, Elec Switch Boxes, Basketball Hoop, 2 Rototillers, Lawn Mower, Miller Welder, Go-Cart Frame, Ladders, 3pc Larger Shower with Doors, New Shower Stall, Bus Seats Plus Much More.

www.doddsauction.com Viewing all day Wednesday at 3311-28th Avenue in Vernon Open for consignments: Mon - Fri 8:30 to 5:00 • Sat ‘til noon

DODDS AUCTION

Garage Sales The

Garden Equipment Troy-Built Reartine Tiller 8HP. Looks, runs great. $750 250-307-0009

Heavy Duty Machinery

TACK: 10:00am • HORSES: 1:00pm

s Dodd

SLIDE INTO COMFORT w/ A BRAND NEW QUEEN MATTRESS $160. Still in plastic, mfg. warranty. 250.870.2562

250-545-3259

Garage Sales

Garage Sale Directory starts

Friday, April 4!

A STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-260-0217.

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

Misc. for Sale

BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.

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

Y in running EVERY FRIDA

MorningStar $ 99 The

Includes GST & 2 signs

3 lines or less

approx. 10-12 words

Booking Deadline

4PM Wednesday

Call in your ad 250.550.7900

or email classifieds@vernonmorningstar.com Please take down your signs after the sale

FOAM SHOP

Sporting Goods RUGER 10-22’s, American’s, 243, 308, 270, 30-06, ScoutLH, Hawkeye, Glock 17,20, 21, 22, CZ 527 & 452, all in stock at Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat. 10-6 facebook.com/ WeberMarkin

Real Estate For Sale By Owner Beautiful 3bdrm condo overlooking OK Lake, 1623 sq.ft, pool, hottub, exercise room, u/g prkg. 7922 Ok Landing Rd #103.Open house, Sunday Mar 30 1-3 Asking $351,900. 250-545-5546/250-550-4669 PENTICTON 4 bedrm 2 bthrm XL deck/parking, 2nd kitchen in basmt, 3 yrs new gas furnace, upgraded electrical, heated worksh, carport, great area, see photos craigslist posted Mar 11 for 170 Pineview Place V2A3R4, $379900. ph 250-490-9890 or day 250 778-4766239 to view or stop by our open house this sun Mar 23, 1-3pm.

Need a trusted person to speak to in confidence and without pressure? I’m your gal and I don’t bite. Beth Marks 250-306-2384 Sutton Realtor ® AFFORDABLE LUXURY BETTER THAN NEW Completely redone beauty, over 2100 sq ft on one level. Many features not found in an new home in this price range. 9 new app. 4 rooms with fireplaces, huge birch kitchen, hardwood and tile flooring, built in wall to wall entertainment center, huge garage, lots of parking. Country setting, Vernon area. Compare value, you won’t be disappointed $479,900 403- 5402991 www.vernonrural.com

Mobile Homes & Parks Best pad in park with 3 bdrm double wide, custom cabinets. Interior drywalled. $85,000. 250-542-8406. RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca

Other Areas 20 ACRES $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee Call 1-866-8825263 Ext. 81 www.sunsetranches.net

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

YOU NEED IT - WE WILL CUT IT!

CAMPING FOAM, MEDICAL WEDGES & BOLSTERS, PILLOWS

“ A CUT ABOVE THE REST”

1 bedroom $600. Suitable for 1 person. NO PETS, PARTIES, SMOKING OR DRUGS. Quiet adult blding, hydro not Incld. Ready for April. Ph 250 558 5020

Thor Chinchilla REALTOR® PROPERTY MANAGER

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

VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon BACHELOR Neat & clean bachelor apt. FS, private balcony, covered parking, on-site laundry, on bus route, close to grocery, new carpets. Sorry, NS, NP. $550/mo. Available immediately. GOLF RIDGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, FS, DW, WD, adult oriented. Sorry, NS, NP. $775/mo. + utilities. Available April 1 ONE BDRM New floors and paint, quiet unit overlooking creek, covered parking, on-site laundry, summer swimming pool. Close to grocery, on bus route. Sorry, NS, NP. $675/mo. Available April 1

250-542-5580 The

CLIFFS

1 bdrm condo $

800

per month

F/S, W/D, DW, AC, heat, hydro and hot water included. Designated parking. NO smoking, NO pets. On-site Resident Manager Nice, quiet building. 4900 Okanagan Avenue

250-542-1701 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

Apt/Condo for Rent

Townhouses

Brookside Garden Rentals Family Oriented Complex Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets. Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area. Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”.

FIND US ON FACEBOOK

www.surplusherbys.com

3325 31ST AVE., VERNON 250-545-9820 • OUT OF TOWN CALL 1-800-663-2887

Serious inquires call …

250-549-4467

Columbia Apartments Available March 1 st

Large 1 bedroom apartment Close to downtown. Seniors building. No Pets. Non-smoking.

To view call

250-545-1519 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 1&2 bdrm,d/t, avail now,no pets, heat & hotwater incl. $600-$750. 250-260-8454 1bdrm apt., close to Kal Beach & bus stops, cable & gas incl., strictly n/s, n/p, good ref a must. Avail April 1st. Suits long term rentals and seniors. $535 month. 250 5422060 leave message. 1bdrm East Hill & Bach suite, Avail Apr 1, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, onsite laundry. 250-260-5870 1LARGE 2bdrm apt. $750 /mo.+hydro, prefer NO PETS (will consider small pet) Avail Now. 250-869-9788. 2 bdrm 1 bath condo, avail April 1. $800 per month + util., 250-306-2049. Armstrong 2bdrm, 2bath 1 level TH, corner unit. 5 apps, n/s, $1,100. 250-260-6002 Bright cozy suite, w/d plus wheel chair ramp, private driveway & entrance. Must see. $700/mo 250-542-2330 Enderby clean quiet 2 bdrm, a/c, laundry in bldg. ref’s req’d 250-308-9299. HILLSIDE TERRACE. 39th Ave, ADULT, clean & well maintained; 1 bedroom N/S, N/P 250-545-5773 Senior Secure Bldg. N/S, N/P, includes cable & water, covered parking $825./mo 250503-7315

Commercial/ Industrial NEAR HOME BUILDING CENTRE Overhead door - 9’x9’, 1528 ft. $1100 month gross Call Ray @ 250-549-0198

Great location for lease. Retail/office, 1315sf, 3414 Coldstream Ave, 22 car parking, next to Teeter Totter Toy, $1314.+3N Avail May 1, Call Rick 1-250-770-0903

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm 1ba, newly reno’d. $850+60% util. w/d hookup. n/s, n/p. Av now 250-309-4657 2bdrm, townhouse with full basement, 1.5 bath, close to DT Vernon & bus. Reno’d, f/s, w/d, carport, ns/np, no drugs or parties, adult oriented. $900. avail April 1. Ref’s Req’d 250-546-4940, 250-540-4058

Homes for Rent

Thor Chinchilla REALTOR® PROPERTY MANAGER

250-309-1742 • 3 bdrm exec. home, Predator Ridge. 5 appliances, garage, deck, wet bar. Upscale living. Access to fitness centre & amenities. $1950.

vernonhomes.ca/forrent 3bdrm, 1325 sq ft, 5-appl, central location, n/s, n/p, $1200.incl util. 250-558-3664 3bdrm farm house, close to town, $1500 + util,.250-5492310.

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Rentals

Transportation

Legal

Homes for Rent

Auto Accessories/Parts

Cars - Sports & Imports

Legal Notices

Escorts

WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.

2001 VW Passat auto, loaded $3900; 1997 Honda Accord $1600.; (250)309-0975

BLAKELY & COMPANY LAW CORPORATION

SOOO SEXY SANDY The Original K-Town Girl. 38D, 29, 34. Letâ€™s Play! 878-1514

3bdrm house in Enderby, N/S, $1100/mo. Available immediately. 1 (250)838-6630 3br 1.5bath, reno, top floor of house, no dogs/drugs, $1,000 util inclu, aval 1-250-707-0604 or cell 1-250-801-1060 Armstrong, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, w/d, f/s, 2,000 sq.ft., large fenced yard, large shop & garage, pet, kids welcome, avail now. $1300. 250-309-4703

2003 Kia Rio, 5-spd, winters & summers, 96,372km, $4000. obo (250)307-0435 2004 Toyota Highlander 2.4 Auto, 177K, exc cond. $9500.obo (250)938-0975

Recreational/Sale

Shared Accommodation

Fight Back.

1bdrm $450/mo incl util, wi-fi. Ok landing, across from beach & bus. Must like pets. 778-475-0456 1bdrm, D.T. from $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644 Quiet, central, near bus, incl/int/cable, appls, $390+util, DD required. 250-549-7418

Storage Outside fenced storage, RVâ€™s, Boats or Vehicles. $2.12 per ft/month includes taxes. Yearly rates available (250)542-7863

Volunteer your time, energy and skills today.

Suites, Lower 1200sf lower 2bdrm suite w gas FP in (Easthill | BX) Sauna/wifi/WD/HD TV. Not on bus route. Recent renos. NS NP Util Incl. $899 250-542-0085 1bdrm bsmt ste, Avail April 1. newly renoâ€™d, sm pet welcome. $700.util incl. 250-540-7695. 1-bdrm f/s, dw, shared laundry, $685. Incl, cable, util, internet, n/p, n/s, no parties, suits prof female, Avail Apr 1 250-558-0142 leave msg 1 bdrm newly renovated. W/D in suite. $735/mo includes utilities. N/S, N/P. Refs reqâ€™d (250) 545-5154 1or 2bdrm furnished (or not) bsmnâ€™t suite, jacuzzi tub, f/p, wireless internet, n/s, no parties, no drugs, mature adults only, $800./mo or $1100/mo. + $100. util. email trishperreault@gmail.com call 1-780-740-5656 $750. 2 bed, Lower East Hill. 1-250-762-5459 Nicely renoâ€™d 2bdrm, East Hill, n/s, n/p, $850.util incl, Avail April 1, Call Kim 250-329-4186 Spacious completely renoâ€™d, 2 bed, 2 bath walk out suite, lots of natural light, in suite laundry, F/S, carport, close to college, Lake view. Yard w/ fruit trees. N/S, N/P Avail. Apr16 $1200 Utilities incl dehrental@gmail.com 250-542-9975 VERNON- 2 bdrms, 1bath, daylight suite, own entry, yard, $900 inclusive. N/S. Refs. Avail Apr 1. (250)307-6628.

Thinking About Selling Your RV, Car or Truck? Tesko Auto Sales Park & Sell Program. 250-938-1258 www.teskovernon.com

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Scrap Car Removal #1AA Auto Recyclerâ€™s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 250-558-8855 *1AA SCRAP REMOVAL. WE WILL BEAT ALL COMPETITORS PRICING, 250-801-4199

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RE: THE ESTATE OF KAISU ANNELI WHITLOCK ALSO KNOWN AS KAISU A WHITLOCK FORMERLY OF 28 ROSOMAN ROAD, ENDERBY, BRITISH COLUMBIA Creditors and others having claims against the estate of KAISU ANNELI WHITLOCK also known as KAISU A WHITLOCK are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, KARA DULCINE WHITLOCK, c/o her solicitors, Blakely & Company Law Corporation, at P.O. Box 357, Armstrong, B.C., V0E 1B0, on or before April 18, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

BY VIRTUE of the Warehousemanâ€™s Lien Act, HOUSEHOLD GOODS belonging to Cam Hofer and Nicole Buchanan will be sold by written bid after March 27, 2014 to recover outstanding storage fees. GERLIBSâ€™ MINI STORAGE LTD. PHONE: 250-838-6508

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Tolko >avington is adverĆ&#x;sing for interested parĆ&#x;es to submit a Ć‹uotaĆ&#x;on for ĹŠanitorial services. The ĹŠanitorial contract is for a two-year term. The basic details of the buildings to be cleaned are as followsÍ—

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NOTICE OF INTENT RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT APPLICATIONS FOR: 1) BUSINESS & LICENCE NAME CHANGE 2) CHANGE IN HOURS, AND 3 REMOVAL OF EXISTING LICENCED AREA An application has been received for 2933 30 Avenue. The applicant is requesting to â€˘ change the Business & Licence name from: Rock House to Marten Brewing Company Ltd. AND â€˘ increase the hours of liquor sales by changing the hours from 7 pm - 2 am Monday through Sunday, to 10 am - 2 am on Monday through Sunday, AND â€˘ remove any existing licence area in order to add a small brewery; this change would result in an occupant load reduction from 509 to 396 seats. Pursuant to Section 11.3 of the Liquor Control & Licensing Act and Council direction, comments are being sought from the public on the above noted applications, with comments being forwarded to: CITY OF VERNON Attention: Dale Rintoul, Manager, Current Planning 3400 - 30th Street, OR via fax (250-545-5309) OR via email (drintoul@vernon.ca) To ensure the consideration of your views, written comments from the public are requested to be submitted to the City prior to Wednesday, April 9, 2014. Please include your name and address with the comments.

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YuotaĆ&#x;ons will be received NO LATER THAN 4:00 pm on Monday April 11, 2014 to Tia.Joles@tolko. com. Start date for the ĹŠanitorial contract will be May 1, 2014. Site tours will be organiÇŒed with interested parĆ&#x;es.

Applicant: CN Rail, 2nd Floor, CN Thornton Yard, 11717-138th Street, Surrey BC V3R 6S5. Attention: Douglas Allen, Senior Manager, Design and Construction. Tel: (604) 589-6542 Fax: (604) 589-6525 Agent: SMC Consulting, 1582 Lawrence Avenue, Penticton BC V2A 3C1 Tel/FAX: (250) 492-6193 E-mail: smcconsulting@shaw.ca The proposed amendment request is to add the CN Lumby Subdivision (MP 0.0 to 12.4) and CN Okanagan Subdivision (MP 14.4 to 88.00) to the existing PMP. The purposes of the proposed amendment request are to manage vegetation, including noxious weeds and invasive plants, in track ballast, rights-of-way, station grounds, rail yards, and around road and pedestrian crossings, shop, buildings, communication facilities an all properties owned or controlled by CN within their Lumby and Okanagan Subdivisions, within or in proximity to the communities of Lumby, Vernon, Armstrong, Falkland, Westwold, Monte Lake, Monte Creek and Campbell Creek. The pest management methods proposed for use include hand removal or cutting, weed trimming, mowing, brush cutters, biological control, alternative technologies and the use of pesticides. The use of pesticides is intended within the proposed amended area to which the PMP applies. The common name and an example of the trade name of the pesticide proposed for use within the amended area within the PMP include: aminopyralid (Milestone), clopyralid (Transline), dicamba (Vanquish), diuron (Karmex), flumioxazin (Payload), glyphosate (Vantage), imazapyr (Arsenal), metsulfuron-methyl (Escort), triclopyr (Garlon), picloram (Tordon), 2,4-D (2,4-D Amine 600), chlorsulfuron (Telar), and bromacil (Krovar). Application methods include: wick/wipe-on, cut surface, and backpack soil and foliar applications using backpack, wick/wipe-on applicator, handgun (power hose and nozzle), shrouded boom on a hi-rail vehicle and Radiarc ÂŽ (boomless) sprayer.

Tolko >avington will base its evaluaĆ&#x;on of the Ć‹uotaĆ&#x;ons on payment rates, references, and proven experience working with similar siÇŒe ĹŠanitorial contracts.

The duration of the proposed amendment to the PMP is from May 3, 2014 to May 3, 2017.

&or further informaĆ&#x;on or to set up a site tour please contactÍ—

â€œA person wishing to contribute information about the proposed treatment sites relative to the development of the amendment to the PMP may send copies of the information to the applicant c/o SMC Consulting, Agent, at the address listed above within 30 days of the publication of this noticeâ€?

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A copy of the proposed amendment to the PMP and a map showing the location of the Lumby and Okanagan Subdivisions may be examined online at http://preprdwww.cn.ca/en/delivering-responsibly/ environment/environmental-stewardship or by contacting the Agent (SMC Consulting) listed above.

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Offer(s) available on select new 2013/2014 models through participating dealers to qualified customers who take delivery by March 31, 2014. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. All offers are subject to change without notice. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,665, other fees and certain levies (including tire levies) and $100 A/C charge (where applicable) and excludes licensing, registration, insurance, other taxes and variable dealer administration fees (up to $699). Other dealer charges may be required at the time of purchase. Other lease and financing options also available. ≠Throwback Pricing available O.A.C. on financing offers on new 2013/2014 models. Financing for 84 months example: 2014 Optima LX AT (OP742E)/2014 Forte LX MT (FO541E)/2014 Sportage LX MT FWD (SP551E) with a purchase price of $26,302/$17,502/$24,782 (including $1,485/$1,485/$1,665 freight/PDI) financed at 0%/0%/1.49% for 84-month period with $0 down payment equals 32 reduced bi-weekly payments of $105/$76/$96 followed by 150 bi-weekly payments of $145/$96/$143. Cost of borrowing is $0/$0/$1,321.94 and there is a total obligation of $26,302/$17,502/$26,104.Throwback Pricing Incentive varies by model and trim level and may be taken as a lump sum or to reduce the financed amount. The Throwback Pricing Incentive for the 2014 Optima LX AT (OP742E)/2014 Forte LX MT (FO541E)/2014 Sportage LX MT FWD (SP551E) shown is $1,280/$640/$1,504 (a $40/$20/$47 reduction in 32 bi-weekly payments). Limited time offer. See retailer for complete details. Throwback Pricing is a trademark of Kia Canada Inc. 0% purchase financing is available on select new 2013/2014 Kia models O.A.C. Terms vary by model and trim, see dealer for complete details. †Offer available on the retail purchase/lease of 2013/2014 Sportage and 2014 Sorento AWD models from participating retailers between March 1 – 31, 2014. $750 Credit will be deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. See your retailer for complete details. ΔModel shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2014 Forte SX (FO748E)/2014 Optima SX Turbo AT (OP748E)/2014 Sportage SX AT Luxury AWD (SP759E) is $26,395/$34,795/$38,295. Highway/city fuel consumption is based on the 2014 Forte 1.8L MPI 4-cyl (M/T)/2014 Optima 2.4L GDI (A/T)/2014 Sportage 2.4L 4-cyl (A/T). These updated estimates are based on the Government of Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. °The Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 2014 Top Safety Pick – U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for model year 2014. U.S. model tested. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. ¥¥/‡/¥/ * Offers apply to the lease of a new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab 4X4 1WT (G80/B30/H2R). Freight ($1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. ‡‡2014 Silverado 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Ford F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine has a fuel-consumption rating of 12.9L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 2WD and 14.1L/100 km city and 9.6L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Comparison based on wardsauto.com. 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. ^*Based on Wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and last available information at the time of posting. Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your dealer for additional details. ^^ Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ¥ 0% for 36 month lease available on all 2014 Silverado 1500 Regular/Double/Crew Cabs. Sample lease payments based on 36-month lease of 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 4X4 1WT (G80/B30/H2R) on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: Silverado Crew Cab 4x4 1WT (G80/B30/H2R) including Freight and Air Tax is $29,888 at 0% APR, $1,100 Down payment, Bi-Weekly payment is $135 for 36 months. Total obligation is $11,658, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,230. ≠ 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank or RBC Royal Bank for 48 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular/Double/Crew Cabs . Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $208 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. 0% financing offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. †^ The 2014 Silverado has been awarded the 2014 North American Truck of the Year. For more information please visit www.northamericancaroftheyear.org +Whichever comes first. See dealer for conditions and limited warranty details. ¥¥Retail and basic fleet customers who purchase or lease an eligible Chevrolet, Buick or GMC delivered from dealer stock between March 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014 will receive one 40¢ savings per litre fuel card (fuel savings card) upon payment of an additional $.01. Cards valid as of 72 hours after delivery. Fuel savings card valid for 800 litres of fuel purchased from participating Petro-Canada retail locations (and other approved North Atlantic Petroleum locations in Newfoundland) and not redeemable for cash except where required by law. GM is not responsible for cards that are lost, stolen or damaged. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer and/or the program for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business™ Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Cards are property of Suncor Energy. To protect your card balance, register online at www.petro-canada.ca/preferred today. ‡ $4,250 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the purchase, finance and lease offers of 2014 Silverado 1500 Double 4x4 1WT, and is applicable to retail customers only. $500 package credits for non-PDU models. Other credits available on select Silverado models. Offer ends March 31, 2014. † Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013 Chevrolet Silverado, Avalanche, GMC Sierra or 2014 MY Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra or 2015 MY Chevrolet Silverado HD or GMC Sierra HD delivered in Canada between March 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.

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Okanagan College and the University of the Fraser Valley will be working more closely together. UFV president Mark Evered and OC president Jim Hamilton have signed a memorandum of understanding on behalf of their organizations. Jim Hamilton The partnership formalizes a path for the

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College inks agreement with Fraser Valley two institutions to maximize the use of their resources, collaborate on planning, share ideas and promote joint learning opportunities. In particular, the two institutions will work together on opportunities associated with UFV’s new B.C. Agriculture Centre of Excellence, which is being constructed in Chilliwack. Those opportunities are likely to be first explored at OC’s Salmon Arm campus and may take the shape of shared program planning, program delivery or transfer arrangements. “The MOU signing is a first step in the

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right direction for Okanagan College to deepen its relationship with our colleagues at the University of the Fraser Valley,” said Hamilton. “UFV is being widely recognized as a leader in agricultural program development and delivery and their knowledge and experience is something Okanagan College can benefit from. We know there is collective and mutual value when we work together and I’m pleased to be moving forward with UFV.” In other news, Okanagan College’s dean of the School of Business has been elected

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“Northern Gateway is taking extraordinary measures to ensure marine safety—reducing tanker speeds on British Columbia’s north coast is just one.” - Chris Anderson, Master Mariner, Lead Marine Advisor, Northern Gateway Project

Chris Anderson is a Master Mariner and port planning and operations specialist. He has substantial experience in the assessment and development of many terminal facilities on the Arctic, Atlantic, and Pacific Coasts of Canada.

Northern Gateway has proposed tanker-related safety measures designed to maintain safe vessel transportation. These measures, together with lower tanker transit speeds in the coastal channels, not only reduce the risk of marine incidents, they also minimize potential adverse effects on the marine mammal environment. ACTING ON EXPERT ADVICE Northern Gateway has consulted with many of the top experts in Canada and the world, including Chris Anderson who, as a Master Mariner and seafarer, has over 50 years of experience including the development of port and terminal facilities in British Columbia’s coastal waters and internationally. Acting on the advice of a team of experts, Northern Gateway committed to a vessel transit speed range from 8 to 12 knots. Anderson says, “Reducing vessel transit speeds through a confined channel to within this range allows improved response from our escort tugs, substantially reducing the risk of a navigational incident, while maintaining safe vessel operation.”

safety initiatives that was put forward by Northern Gateway. As Anderson puts it, “Project-related vessels are capable of speeds of 15 to 16 knots. Many other oceangoing vessels can travel at even higher speeds. Northern Gateway is committed to reducing vessel speeds by as much as half that as an added measure of prevention.” GOING EVEN FURTHER TO ENSURE MARINE SAFETY In addition to reducing tanker speeds, Northern Gateway has committed to the use of two escort tugs for every loaded tanker associated with the Project, with one tug being tethered at all times. According to Anderson, “In the event of a mechanical issue, the tethered escort tugs can take over steering and braking which greatly reduces the risk of an incident occurring. This commitment will also help protect British Columbia’s north coast.”

BEYOND WHAT’S REQUIRED The commitment to reducing transit speeds is not a regulatory requirement, but one of many voluntary marine

ENDORSED AT THE HIGHEST LEVELS The Joint Review Panel’s endorsement of the Northern Gateway Project came after a rigorous, scientific review of the evidence, including Gateway’s precautionary approach to vessel speeds and escort tug standards. Northern Gateway is working hard to meet all of the final conditions set out by the Panel, the same way they are working to meet the five conditions set out by the Province of British Columbia. Northern Gateway is committed to doing everything possible in order to build a safer, better project.

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