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Motorists were sent in all directions Friday afternoon after concerns about a potential landslide arose in Lake Country. At 1:12 p.m., the new stretch of Highway 97 was closed by the RCMP because of reports of rock instability, and that was quickly followed by Pelmewash Parkway, the old highway, being shut down at 1:19 p.m. North-south traffic was forced on to Oyama Road on the east side of Wood Lake. “Ministry staff went to the site, following reports of a possible rock slide event,” states the Ministry of Transportation. “When they arrived, they found no changes to the slope or the ditch since the clean-up that occurred after a rock slide event March 10.” Geotech engineers reviewed

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RCMP direct traffic onto Pelmewash Parkway in Oyama as the risk of a potential slide was investigated near the new stretch of Highway 97 Friday afternoon. photos of the slope and determined it to be safe. By 2 p.m., Pelmewash Parkway was reopened to traffic and at 2:39 p.m. vehicles were once gain using

the northbound lanes of Highway 97. The RCMP gave the green light to southbound traffic on the highway at 2:56 p.m.

According to the ministry, if a rock slide was to occur, it would be contained in a ditch and behind a guardrail. “There is no safety issue for the

travelling public,” it states. Besides the RCMP Lake Country firefighters were also involved in redirecting traffic Friday.

Agricultural land changes harvest local concern ers in the north can proceed with non-farm uses, Okanagan farmers will pressure Victoria for equity. “People are rightly concerned about what the ulterior motives are and time will tell,” he said. Under the new model, value-added uses such as food processing could be allowed on ALR in the Okanagan. “I wrestle with protecting soil for agriculture and then covering the soil for agricultural uses,” said Christie. “We want to encourage farmers to diversify, such as agri-tourism, but what do we do about those who want to move out of a true farm use? It’s a slippery slope?” It’s unknown if valued-added activities would include large buildings, such as greenhouses. “We will have to know what the regulations say until we know what the impact is,”

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Changes to the Agricultural Land Reserve are generating a range of concerns and questions. The provincial government is breaking the ALR into two zones. Zone one would include the Okanagan and non-farm uses would not be allowed, but in zone two (the rest of the Paul Christie Interior and the north), uses other than farming could be permitted. “I see this as an attempt to weaken the Agricultural Land Commission and get at some of the high-value lands,” said Paul Christie, a Coldstream agrology consultant. Christie believes that once property own-

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said Rob Smailes, Regional District of North Okanagan planning and building general manager. Also keeping an eye on the definition of value-added is Kevin Poole, Vernon’s economic development manager. “This may lead to some new opportunities as the agricultural sector, especially in terms of economic development, has been identified as a priority by the regional district,” he said. Jackie Pearase, rural Enderby director, finds the push for value-added activities contradicts the government’s meat processing rules. “Perhaps it will allow farmers to do what they have been asking for, like butchering and selling their own meat,” said Pearase, who suggests the ALC changes are being influenced by other forces. “It is interesting that a large part of that low-value farm land happens to be up north, which is of very high value as an area for

future economic development of liquid natural gas and a pipeline, neither of which would easily fit into the ALC criteria.” Support for the ALC plan, though, is coming from Rick Fairbairn, RDNO chairperson. “It not only protects the ALR for future generations but more importantly, it implements policies for farmers to operate in a more viable environment and if we can do that, that’s a big step,” he said. The ALR changes were part of a government core review. “These improvements are aimed at continuing to protect B.C.’s rich farm land and helping farmers make a better living from it,” said Pat Pimm, agriculture minister. “The changes ensure the ALC is able to protect our fertile agricultural land for another 40 years, while ensuring future generations of farmers can continue to produce food for B.C. families.”

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Formal plans are now on board to improve and expand local bus service. BC Transit has come up with a vision for North Okanagan service 25 years from now, which outlines a number of improvements. The overall goal is to get more people riding the bus. In fact the target is to grow from 445,330 to 1.4 million trips per year by 2038. “It’s actually something that is achievable, it’s happening in communities already,” said Maria Besso Maria Lockley, senior transit planner for B.C. Transit. “So it’s not a stretch to think that we can accomplish this.” But in order to do so, there are a number of additions that need to be made to the current service. Therefore the plan outlines short, medium and long-term goals. As an example, one of the short-term goals is to introduce service between the downtown exchange to The Shops at Polson

Park. “We’re waiting for the Polson mall development before we move into that area,” said Lockley. “They have gone a long way to answering our concerns,” said Coldstream Coun. Maria Besso, following a presentation to council Monday. But Coldstream still has some concerns with the plan. One of the mid-term goals is to develop a park and ride at Okanagan College, which will assist those taking the UBCO bus. But that needs to be bumped up the priority list, says Besso. “It’s needed today,” she said, urging it to be free parking, and also suggesting bus service be extended past 7 p.m. There are also some concerns about the UBCO route, which travels Pelmewash Parkway. “The bus takes as long or longer than it did before and now we have a new highway,” said Besso. But along with demands from Lake Country for the bus to route through the community, Lockley says the bus is actually getting better speeds on Pelmewash than

before with the reduction in traffic. Safety is also key. “It’s much safer for the bus down there with standees.” But the option of an express route, in addition to the existing, is being examined by the Regional District of North Okanagan, says Lockley. Coun. Richard Enns critiques the lack of consideration in getting residents to the college, which will be home to a sports facility. “They (Coldstream residents), must take the No. 1, go in, exchange and come back,” said Enns, who suggests using College Way and smaller buses. Lockley says the plan is just that, a plan, and items can be moved. “If demand is there it can be bumped up,” she said of public petitions and political requests. Mayor Jim Garlick is pushing for a fare review of the U-Pass (university student pass), which B.C. Transit’s Erin Felker says is a priority. “The cost recovery is quite low,” she said of the U-Pass program. Coldstream is also asking RDNO to consider putting in a bus shelter at the college.

North Okanagan residents will have several opportunities to celebrate our local Paralympians. CIBC and the Canadian Paralympics Committee will hold an event for Josh Dueck and Sonja Gaudet in Vernon Wednesday and for Ina Forrest in Armstrong Thursday. There will also be a community event Wednesday at the Performing Arts Centre. “CIBC is celebrating the accomplishments of our Paralympic athletes as they return home from the Sochi Paralympic Games,” states a release. “We look forward to celebrating with their family, friends and our community.” The event for Gaudet, who won gold in wheelchair curling, and Dueck, who took away gold and silver in sit-skiing, takes place at the CIBC on 30th Avenue in Vernon Wednesday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. On Thursday, Forrest will be at the CIBC on Pleasant Valley Boulevard in Armstrong from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The community will gather Wednesday to pay tribute to Forrest, Gaudet and Dueck Wednesday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. “Representatives from the City of Vernon, the Regional District of North Okanagan, our MLA’s office, the Silver Star Ski Club and the Vernon Curling Club will be there to congratulate our athlete,” said Elaine Collison, one of the organizers and a friend of Gaudet. “Folks will have an opportunity to see the beautiful Paralympic medals and talk with Sonja, Ina and Josh. Please join with us and provide your community support.”

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New market unveiled richard rolke

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Farm-fresh produce is returning to downtown Vernon. The Downtown Vernon Association is preparing for a farmers market on 30th Avenue from May 2 to September on Fridays from 3 to 8 p.m. “The market will create an ongoing community event,” said Lara Konkin, DVA executive direcLara Konkin tor. There was a farmers market downtown a number of years ago but that initiative ultimately came to an end. However, Konkin is convinced now is the time to bring local agricultural crops and crafts back to the central core. “It will improve the social and economic well-being of the community as a whole,” she said, adding that people shopping at the market will also likely visit merchants downtown. Pointing to other communities, Konkin says a farmers market can inject about $26,000 a week into a downtown area. The Friday night farmers market

would alternate from one end of 30th Avenue to the other each week. The DVA made a presentation to Vernon city council and support is coming from Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe. “I think it’s brilliant,” she said of the market concept. “I have many positive memories of when it was downtown before. It exposed people to downtown in a positive way.” Pickelball seeking a home The Vernon Pickelball Club is looking for more infrastructure to accommodate a growing sport. It has asked Vernon council to designate a site where pickelball can be played on a short-term basis while considering sites where a permanent court can be developed. “Right now, we’re struggling with our phenomenal growth,” said Cheryl Burgess, spokesperson for the club, which has 240 members. Pickleball involves a racquet and aspects of the sport are similar to badminton and tennis. Among the locations suggested for a facility in Vernon are Paddlewheel and MacDonald parks. Indoor winter sessions are held at the Priest Valley Gym and Vernon Christian School. The club recently asked Coldstream for access to the Middleton Mountain tennis courts.

Complex costs clarified richard rolke Morning Star Staff

The City of Vernon is making it clear who will pay for the new sports complex, even though it can’t avoid the bill. Council will inform the Ministry of Transportation that any road upgrades required for the sports complex in Coldstream should be directed to the Regional District of North Okanagan for funding. It will also tell RDNO that the district is responsible for any future parking that may be needed. “It’s a regional district facility,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky of the running track and sports fields under construction next to Okanagan College. However, because the city is part

of the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee and the largest jurisdiction in the service, Vernon would pay about 68 per cent of any costs associated with the regional district. The other participants are Coldstream and Areas B and C. RDNO initiated a traffic impact study in relation to the sports complex. “The study, as conducted by our consultant, revealed no necessary upgrades to the Highway 97 corridor or the College Way intersection,” said Keith Pinkoski, RDNO parks planner, adding that the process involved officials from the Ministry of Transportation. “We have received no comments or concerns to date on this item.”

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Accused killer broke down in tears in interview Kathy Michaels Black Press

Matthew Foerster told investigators just a few days after his 2012 arrest that he was remorseful for killing Armstrong teen Taylor Van Diest. His moment of apparent contrition was revealed to jurors during the second day of viewing Foerster’s seven-hour post-arrest interview. “Look me in the eye Tell me this, do you feel bad for killing Taylor?” said Sgt. Mark Davidson to Foerster. Foerster offers a faint “yes” in reply. “Has it been haunting you since that day?” Davidson asked. Silence lingers until Davidson cuts in with, “yeah, I know, man.” He then asks Foerster if he tortured Van Diest or “did it for death.” Foerster said “no.” When asked if he did it for sex, Foerster replied; “I don’t know what to say.” They were just a few moments of conversation, in lengthy video footage that mostly showed a heavier and more unkempt version of the 28-year-old cry-

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Marie Van Diest speaks to reporters outside of Kelowna court on Friday. ing repeatedly as police gently asked him questions about his family, and state of mind. In the end, it appeared to be a taped plea for honesty that shook Foerster. “We know he’s really scared right now and freaking out … but (he needs to admit what he’s done wrong, to our family and to himself,” said Foerster’s sister in a message played by Sgt. Mark Davidson. When asked if she

had any other messages for her brother, she said: “I love him. I just love him very much.” It may have moved Foerster to tears, but outside the courtroom Friday Van Diest’s parents said they weren’t buying it, and mother Marie Van Diest was bothered by the kid glove approach taken by police. “It makes you really nauseous,” she said. “Most people think back to movies where they’re

sitting in a cold, barren room with hard chairs. I wouldn’t mind to have one of those recliners to sit in at home. It was a soft and gentle approach.” The day earlier took a heavier toll on the family. Van Diest’s friend, Clay Valstar, 19, brought family back to the moment they realized the teen was found. Valstar testified that he was meeting Van Diest and another friend for some trick-or-treating on Halloween night in 2011. The jury was made privy to some playful texts between Valstar and Van Diest that night. Their expectation, he said, was that they’d meet at around 6 p.m. But, a regular flow of messages came to an abrupt end after Van Diest sent a message to a mutual friend, that she was being “crepped.” That prompted them to drive around looking for her, but after 90 minutes or so they called Van Diest’s house to say she was missing. Around that time the police were called. Having learned that Van Diest’s phone had

been found at the railroad tracks, they all went in that direction. Two of the group had gone ahead down the dark path where the tracks lay, and Valstar testified he heard them scream. When he caught up he saw Van Diest face

down on the ground, over a bit of a pit. He grabbed her arm to see if she was OK, but there wasn’t much response. He noticed a fair amount of blood, as well. Van Diest later died of her injuries

in Kelowna General Hospital. Foerster has admitted he caused her injuries on Halloween 2011. How the injuries were caused and Foerster’s ability to form intent are lingering questions that have yet to be addressed.

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Bruce Schartner of BeeJay’s Excavating answers questions about his proposed rock quarry on property he owns in Spallumcheen at a public meeting into the application Wednesday at Armstrong’s Odd Fellows Hall.

hired by the applicant, said there would be two trucks per day and that blasting would occur “two, maybe three, times per year.” He said the products that would be taken off the property would be used for erosion control, bank stabilization and road and finishing bases. Residents are concerned about noise and dust coming from the quarry. Frank Hassard said the applicant, who owns the property, “picked the worst spot for a neighbourhood conflict you could possibly pick.” Schartner was asked if he could pick another site on the property for the quarry that’s “safer, less stressful and less disruptive for the neighbours.” “We’re trying to be considerate to all the neighbours and balance everything,” said Schartner. The property is zoned large holding and, when brought up, led to a discussion

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Tom Charles, an inspector with the ministry of mines, said the council motion carried “no weight at all.” “Unless they have an act signed by the ministry of energy and mines, and the ministry of community services,” said Charles. “If they have a signed agreement, then we have to follow that.” Charles vowed that the ministry would be diligent in monitoring the quarry. Resident Shirley Buksa told Charles that the ministry should “listen to us taxpayers.” “We’re many taxpayers, he’s just one,” said Buksa. “You have to consider all of us.” Charles said he would review all of the issues raised from the public meeting. He did not say how long it would be, if at all, before the applicant’s permit is issued.

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t’s looking more and more like only one Canadian team is going to make the Stanley Cup playoffs this spring. And it’s not the Canucks, even though being a diehard fan I keep hoping and watching and at least enjoying them winning a bit and, hey, the games are so important it’s almost like these are playoff games, right? At this point it’s still mathematically possible so you keep going for it, and the Leafs still have a chance but the current freefall will have to end sooner rather than later. The funny thing is that if the Leafs don’t Glenn Mitchell make the playoffs the talking heads on TSN and Sportsnet will likely be talking about the collapse for longer and dedicate more air time to that story than the actual first round of the playoffs. So maybe it would be better if the Leafs, for the rest of the country’s sake, at least make the first round. But when you add it all up (and there are many apps and websites apparently where you can check the odds right at this moment of who will likely make the playoffs – isn’t technology wonderful?), it looks like the Habs are it for north of the 49th parallel. Now this is a little tough to take for a country whose self-esteem is pretty much wrapped up in how its hockey teams fare. Quick....the last Canadian-based team to win a Stanley Cup? The same Montreal Canadiens in 1993. That’s 21 years ago folks, and thanks Wikipedia. Of course we’ve come close a few times, notably in 1994 and 2011 for the Canucks, heavy sigh, and the Senators in 2007, the Oilers in 2006 and the Flames in 2004 all made the Stanley Cup finals only to lose, and too many times in seven games, alas. And in 2005, of course, no Canadian team, or American for that matter, won the Stanley Cup but we don’t want to go there now do we?

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Of course the Habs have still won the most Cups, ask my Canadiens-loving son how many because, frankly I don’t feel like looking it up right now, and the Leafs (not since 1967 mind you, and I do know that one without consulting my Toronto-loving other son) have won quite a few and the Oilers and........but, hey, nothing lately, and for some younger hockey fans, not in their lifetime. There is the irony that it’s been a wonderful year for Canadian hockey already. Both the men’s and women’s hockey team won gold in Sochi and those bragging rights last for four years, if not longer. Still, it would be nice if we could have a little more success on the homefront in the NHL. The good news is the Habs seem to be on a roll with gold-medal goaltender Carey Price in net and high-flying rental player Thomas Vanek starting to score. They definitely have a shot at it and being a former fan, hey it was either the Habs or the Leafs when I was a kid, I could get on the bandwagon for a long playoff run pretty easily. So, go Habs go. It’s not like I’m ready for spring yardwork earlier than usual just because the Canucks didn’t (um, may not, I mean) make the playoffs..... ......and speaking of playoff hockey you have to feel good about the Vernon Vipers. After a couple of tough years of not making the playoffs, the hometeam and RBC hosts have picked it up a notch in the playoffs, beating West Kelowna and regular-season champion Penticton to show they deserve to be in the national championship tournament in their own right. Congratulations to all involved and let’s keep this playoff run going right up until May when we play host to the rest of the country. The Vipers play Coquitlam tonight at 5 p.m. at Kal Tire Place so there’s no need to fret about the Canucks and a possible lack of exciting, fast-paced playoff hockey on the tube, it’s right here, now, in your backyard. Go, Vipers, go.

B.C. Transit has spent considerable time developing a long-term vision for transit in the North Okanagan. But it’s obvious from a recent presentation to the District of Coldstream, that some practical issues have been left on the sidelines. Specifically, Coun. Richard Enns questions why a lot of Coldstream residents can’t directly access the Okanagan College campus, which will include a sports complex this fall, by bus. “They must take the No. 1, go in (to downtown Vernon), exchange and come back,” he said. That indirect route adds significant time to someone attending classes or working at the college so they use their car instead. And the current schedule will also likely deter any individuals wanting to use the sports complex once it’s open. A more reasonable strategy would be for transit buses to go up College Way, off Kalamalka Road, which provides a direct route to the college. It would save considerable time and encourage Coldstream residents to use the bus, and as Enns suggests, perhaps small buses could be used to make this route more viable. One item that’s highlighted in B.C. Transit’s vision is ultimately having a park and ride service at Okanagan College for those passengers taking the bus to UBC or into Kelowna. At this point, it is a mid-term goal but Coun. Maria Besso is right when she says there is a need for the infrastructure right now. If there was a convenient place for people to park their vehicles, they would be more inclined to hop on the bus for points south. Instead, if they can’t find a parking spot, they will just keep driving to Kelowna, which undermines the benefits transit create for the environment. B.C. Transit deserves praise for showing some long-term vision when it comes to transit, but it’s critical that more is done.

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have read a lot of letters published in your paper over the past month in regards to the relocation of the visitors centre and even though I don’t always agree with what the city does for the greater good, I’m fully behind this move as it not only makes sense from an economical point of view it also follows the latest trends within the hospitality industry. I sit on the tourism advisory committee which is made up of representatives of various sectors of our industry. We have experience and knowledge not just in Vernon, but in other communities and understand how tourism marketing continues to change. We are business owners in this community and want what’s best for our industry. One of the most significant changes in tourism, is the way visitors seek information. Gone are the days where everyone stops at a visitor centre. Nowadays, you simply turn on your mobile device and within seconds, you have your answers and with this trend becoming more dominant, it is important to adjust, especially in relation to the cost of operating hospitality services. There are too many costs associated with operating multiple centres (not just money but management time to deal with operational issues, upkeep, supervising staff).

BYLAW ENFORCEMENT Good on Guy Mosseau for going to city hall to do some research on our bylaw enforcement officers. However, I must question his math when he states that bylaw salaries are in the ball park of $250,000. If as Guy states there are five fulltimers at $33.75 an hour and three part-timers at $28.34 an hour, plus a clerk and a manager, we're looking at close to $750,000, including benefits. Now, here's the real issue. What are we getting for our money? We have lived in Alexis Park for 12 years. I walk around our area almost every day. There are derelict cars, backyards full of garbage and junk and, in one case, old appliances in the front yard. I know a very elderly woman who could not sell her home and move to a seniors' residence because the yard next door overflowed with junk. I know there are bylaws to deal with this so why are they not being enforced? I know that it's easier to slap a $10

Tourism has a limited budget and limited resources and it is critical that we spend that money wisely to market our experiences and since the surge of smart phones and tablets with Internet connections, we are now competing for the visitor’s attention and retention on a totally different level. Visitor counsellors are part of our marketing frontline and there is simply nothing better than seeing a smiling face when you walk through the door and then you get all of the info you need. But the number of walk-in visitors is declining every year and we have to re-tool as the number of visitors engaging with us online has increased dramatically. We must reallocate time and efforts to meet that new demand for online information and

ticket on Guy's expired meter than it is to face down a junk hoarder, but I think we deserve for more our $750,000. Will Rogers TOURISM BOOTH Kudos to Scott Anderson for his letter highlighting the arrogance of city council in predetermining the location of the visitor information centre and then requesting public input. Until such time as the backhoes start digging foundations, there is the opportunity to change this decision through public protest. I for one would carry a sign if the someone organized such a protest. Bob Reid MARIJUANA I would like to talk about the proposed legalization of marijuana. I have heard so much in favour of it. Well, I think it's time the side against it was given a voice.

marketing. By operating one centre, we will get a better return on investment on our limited resources and this is very important as we are no longer just fighting for visitors locally, but globally. Having a visitor centre in our city centre will encourage people to stop in the community and once they have stopped, it is so much easier to encourage them to stay for a while, walk to a restaurant, or visit our downtown. It is also going to be easier for guests who are staying in our hotels and motels to walk to the new centre as opposed to getting in their car and driving out of town (which up to now, they have had to do, and what tended to happen was that they ended up in Kelowna). Centralizing the visitor centre has been

It's bad for all people's health, including youth. If people decide to drive while smoking, it could cause accidents. And if it's so easy to get, it might influence people to experiment with other drugs. It kills brain cells. I don't know about you, but I need all of my brain cells. It's bad for family values and the family. It's a waste of money and addictive. The person's who's selling it doesn't care about the person's health, family and the money spent. Do you want children in public schools smoking marijuana? Is that OK? No. It's time those stood up who are against it. I am definitely against it. Where the people who are against it? Other people shouldn't have to smell it. A. Melanson ENOUGH ALREADY “As a proud Canadian, protecting our coast is one of our greatest priorities," says a full page ad in the

identified since 2009 as a priority and over the years, we have looked at different locations. This location checks off most of the boxes. It's a city-owned building, in the city centre area, has good parking, good access from both the highway and 27th Street and is close to amenities within walking distance, and this is very important as visitors enjoy getting out of their cars camera in hand as it is the best way to really see an area. The location is also identified in the OCP as future park, so the amenities around the location will evolve as the site evolves. It also has a sani-dump onsite and a pet area will be created. A location in the city centre will be more likely to get people to stop and spend money in our community and we are not the only ones believing in this as Prince George, Tofino and Kelowna are all centralizing their visitor centre’s to be part of their city core as well. Change is always a challenge and no one really knows how a change will turn out, but I truly believe this change is for the better and we should all embrace this city centre concept and together make it a success. Claus Larsen, general manager Best Westen Plus Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre

Morning Star by Janet Holder, leader of Northern Gateway. It is reasonable to assume that Northern Gateway’s liability for a marine oil spill ends when tankers leave port. And since foreign owned tankers will most likely sail under a flag of convenience, clean-up funds will not be available and the B.C. taxpayer will be on the hook. It is also interesting to note that there exists only a limited partnership between Enbridge andNorthern Gateway, which means Enbridge cannot lose more than its contribution to the capital of the limited partnership. Limited partnerships are special form of partnership when a business wishes to limit liability for potential debts, which would provide limited access to cash resources in the event of an oil spill at sea or on land. Northern Gateway Pipelines could simply declare bankruptcy and Enbridge would be off the hook. Casey Berlanda

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A routine traffic stop in Lumby resulted in a significant discovery by Lumby RCMP. On March 14, just after 9 p.m., a pickup truck pulling a 24-foot aluminum cargo trailer

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with no lights visible was determine that the trailstopped. er had been stolen from “While our officers Claresholm, Alta. back were checkin 2007. The ing the trailer, trailer was valthey noticed ued at $18,000 all the identiat the time. It fiable markhas now been ings and vehireturned to the cle identificarightful owner tion number and the driver plate had been of the pickup, Henry Proce removed,” said a 38-year-old Lumby RCMP Kelowna man, Cpl. Henry faces charges Proce. of possession of stolen “The trailer was property over $5,000. seized for no insurTire troubles ance and to continue The rear compound the investigation that it of Kal Tire on Shuswap might be stolen.” Avenue in Lumby has Officers were able to been broken into a cou-

ple times over the past month. The culprit or culprits have cut through the fence and have stolen used batteries and tires that are stored there. Police also asking for anyone with any information on these thefts to please come forward and provide them with the details, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477. Nothing stolen RCMP responded at 7 a.m. on March 25 to a complaint of break-and-enter at Xander’s Catering & Food Services (formerly

Anna’s Pizza) on Norris Avenue. The suspect’s entry was gained through the rear door into the unoccupied business. “The investigation has determined that nothing appears to have been stolen,” said Proce. “The suspect may have been scared off.” This is the third time in recent years that this particular business has been broken into. Anyone with information about this breakand-enter is asked to call the Lumby RCMP at 250-547-2151, or Crime Stoppers.

The meeting will be held in council chambers. Funding requests Rowe wants the city to “be a tree.” The city received a request to help sponsor the Armstrong Spallumcheen Environmental Trust’s Green Day Festival on Saturday, April 19, at the Askew’s parking lot. “They are providing three levels of sponsorship: seedling, for a $50 donation; sapling for $75 and tree for $100. I think we should be a tree,” said Rowe, who called for a motion to spend $100 from the mayor’s discretionary fund.

Council also voted unanimously to spend $110 from the fund for a banner to support the Royal Bank Cup national junior A hockey tournament in Vernon May 10-18. “I think this is a good opportunity to help Vernon showcase junior hockey in Canada,” said Mayor Chris Pieper. “It’s a small donation in recognition of the tremendous work this (RBC Cup committee) is doing to bring the national tournament to Vernon.” Bee creative The Armstrong branch of the Okanagan Regional Library is

inviting kids and adults to “bee creative.” The idea is to come up with a bee flower calendar. “The calendar is a community art project in collaboration with Runaway Moon (theatre group),” said Coun. Ron (Sully) O’Sullivan. The calendar will be created by felting 12 cushions. Adults and kids are invited to take part between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Armstrong branch (3305 Smith Drive) on April 12 and 26, May 10 and 24 and June 7 and 21. Call 250-546-8311 for more information.

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Armstrong residents will have a chance to find out details of the new Multi Material B.C. recycling collection program. The province recently announced that Emterra Environmental has been awarded the MMBC contract to collect recycling in the North Okanagan, including the City of Armstrong. “We will have a representative come make a presentation to us on Monday, April 7, at 2:30 p.m., said Coun. Kelly Rowe.

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Lake Country firefighters are now even better prepared for an emergency. The department has received a new fire

engine for the Carr’s Landing hall. “This engine is designed especially for wildland interface operations, in other words, emergency fire

response to subdivisions that border forests,” said fire chief Steve Windsor. The new engine apparatus has the benefit of higher clear-

ances, 4x4 traction and carries 20 gallons of foam in addition to 800 gallons of water, with a dump valve, for increased versatility. Additionally, it can become an agile water transport vehicle able to fill port-a-tanks in areas lacking water supply. It has a 1,050-gallon-per-minute pump to relay high volumes of water long distances or to deploy multiple hand lines or water cannons in situations where it is the primary attack vehicle. Besides being an interface engine, it can function as a regular fire engine for residential and commercial emergencies and is equipped with instachains for winter operation. The engine will also be rigged with a complement of equipment for medical emergencies, including the gear and equipment required for rope rescue situations. The truck is staffed by one driver/engineer, one officer and three firefighters from the volunteer force. The Lake Country Fire Department is currently looking for new recruits. Applications are available at www. lakecountry.bc.ca.

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Flight expansion benefits region JENNIFER SMITH Black Press

After Wednesday’s announcement that Air Canada Rouge, the airline’s new low-cost, leisure carrier, will start flights out of Vancouver, the company had its executives in Kelowna Thursday, speaking to the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association. The airline flew 650,000 people out of the region last year from airports in Kamloops, Kelowna and Penticton, and has increased its capacity in the Okanagan by seven per cent over the course of the last two years, or 80,000 seats in the month of July. But as Kevin Howlett, vice-president of regional markets, told those gathered at the Four Points Sheraton for the luncheon, consistent profitability has eluded the carrier over the last

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Kevin Howlett, Air Canada’s senior vice-president, told those gathered at the new Four Points Sheraton Hotel that additional service requests must be balanced against the corporate bottom line. decade and recovery means it cannot dole out flights to cities that come calling. “Like all communities we serve, the three airports in this region are keen on additional direct service to and from their airport, and they do so for many reasons, not the least of which is the

Speed leads to extra charges Morning Star Staff

A Kelowna motorist is facing a raft of charges after a highway stop. A Vernon-North Okanagan RCMP North Okanagan Traffic Services officer, conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 97 south of Vernon Wednesday, noticed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed shortly after 2:30 p.m. “The car was stopped and the officer spoke to the driver,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “The officer quickly determined that the plates on the car actually belonged to a van, and was not associated with the car. The driver also had a strong odor of marijuana present on him as well.” The 46-year-old man, who is on conditions, was detained for breach of his parole, and a small amount of marijuana was seized while dealing with him. He is also being charged with excessive speed, no insurance and misuse of plates under the Motor Vehicle Act.

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Noting that profit margins in the industry overall average a meagre 1.8 per cent, he touched on the cost troubles, largely personnel related, before explaining how the executive team has stopped the bleeding. When CEO Calin Rovinescu took over four years ago, the carrier adopted an aggressive business strategy focused on financial restructuring and an employee culture shift. Its leadership has put personal responsibility at the top of the agenda. “Last month, we released our best annual results in our history, which indicates our recover is working,” said Howlett. Delivering service on time is now a priority for every employee and the company is adding new planes to its fleet, including the world’s largest

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market April 5 and 6 at the Vernon Recreation Complex, non-perishable food items will be collected for the Vernon food bank. “In the past three years, their donations have increased 42 per cent to 1,400 food items in 2013, in addition to cash totalling $1,800,” said David MacBain, with the Salvation Army. “If visitors to this wonderful spring market forget to bring food items to give, they can simply donate cash at the familiar Christmas kettle at the front door.” By early March, the Vernon food bank had assisted 80 new households this year. “These are individuals who may be on disability, between jobs, waiting for employment income to start, or experiencing any number of life situations where they humbly turn to the community for help,” said MacBain. “We at the Salvation Army are glad to be there in their time of need, and we do so with the help of our neighbours.” Among the food items being sought are peanut butter, rice, powdered milk, canned tomatoes and sauce, stew, kids’ healthy snacks and personal hygiene items.

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Aspen Golf Course manager Richard Brower, along with superintendent Rodi Gorrell are looking forward to getting the local nine hole course back open, hopefully by the first week of April. evident when Brower arrived at Aspen is that while the company will be able to get the golf course back up and running in as good as, or even better shape than normal, the clubhouse operations won’t be the same as before. “The clubhouse was stripped bare last fall,” said Brower. “There was really nothing left for me to work with as far as running the clubhouse. We’re trying to get the shop ready and the office ready but what it means is we aren’t going to be able to do what was done before on the food and beverage side. There is absolutely no equipment in the kitchen or the bar.” Brower said the new management team also won’t be able to open with a liquor license but will have some sandwiches and beverages offered when they open. According to sources, the equipment was taken

by the former owner, who sold the property to the school district, purchased Michaelbrook Ranch golf course and has been selling some of the equipment back to Lorwal for use at Aspen. There isn’t much leftover from previous years. Not only has the banquet room and kitchen been stripped of all chairs, tables, kitchen equipment and pretty much everything else, he also took the flag poles on the course, leaving Lorwal looking to replace many things. “It’s unfortunate we’re not going to be able to duplicate the experience for the non-golfer here, not to the same extent,” said Brower. “It’s a challenge I’m dealing with. It’s an empty building and in some ways this is like starting over. We can do wonders with the golf course side but the clubhouse side of things our hands are tied. I think we will focus on

trying to make the golf course as playable as we can.” The proposed opening date has yet to be set as crews are working at the course to remove a lot of debris that was left on the course at the end of last season. Superintendent Rodi Gorrell is back for another season and has been out with his crews working to get the course ready. “It just takes time,” said Gorrell. “It’s been so cold. But it’s come through the winter very well. There is no disease. The lack of snow really helped. It looks good out there.” Still golfers are happy that, at least in the shortterm, their local course will be back up and running. “Every time I talk to somebody and tell them who I am they are very glad to hear the course will be open again,” said Brower.

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An explosive second period helped the Vernon Vipers tranquilize the host Victoria Grizzlies 5-4 in Game 1 of the semifinal, round-robin B.C. Hockey League playoffs at the Q Centre Friday night. The Vipers had nearly a week off since their Game 7 thriller in Penticton and they struggled in the early going in front of 1,500 fans. Vernon hosts the Coquitlam Express tonight at 5 p.m. “We seemed to be on our heels at the start. We didn’t play that great,” said Vipers’ head coach Jason Williamson. D-man Jacob Kearley scored for the Grizz from Jaden Schmeisser and Leo Fitzgerald at 7:49 of the first period, on the powerplay (Ryan Renz was off for hooking). Perhaps the Vipers were shaking off the ferry ride as they were outshot 13-3 in the opening frame. Things went south for the Grizzlies in the second period as the Vipers went off for five goals in 12 minutes. Brett Mulcahy scored 1:06 in, for his 13th goal of the playoffs, from Michael Statchuk and Colton Sparrow. Throughout this postseason, the Vipers have been carried by secondary scoring. Friday night saw a lot of guys get off the schneid. “We have had a lot of key contributors this postseason so far. It’s tough to sustain that so it is great to see our big guys get on the scoresheet and get some confidence,” said Renz, the Viper captain. Logan Mick gave the Snakes the lead with his first DON DESCOTEAU/BLACK PRESS of the playoffs from d-man Josh Bryan. Vernon Vipers’ forward Liam Coughlin raises his arms in celebration after a second-period goal in B.C. Hockey League playoff action Friday Dexter Dancs made it 3-0 on a powerplay six night in Victoria. Up 5-1 after two periods, the Vipers escaped with a 5-4 win in game 1 of the round-robin semifinals. minutes later. Dancs was second on the team with 26 goals in the regular season. He was held goal-less of the third with Jesse Schwartz and Rory McGuire scoring 16-team BCHL at 27-26-2-3. They registered the most goals in 10 playoff games. Bryan and Liam Coughlin drew assists. for the Grizzlies. for (226), but gave up the same number of snipes. They Bryan has a dozen helpers in the playoffs. A 5-1 wipeout turned into a game all of a sudden. Kearley added 20-year-old stay-at-home d-man JD Cotroneo at the “It is something that has been in the back of my mind for pulled Victoria within one at 12:12. trading deadline and the 21-year-old Minnesota product sure. It’s not like I am playing terrible, they just haven’t gone “I think we were complacent with a 5-1 lead heading into helped settle the defence. in for me,” said Dancs. the third. That just can’t happen,” said Dancs. “They gave up a lot of goals during the regular season, Bryan and Liam Coughlin set up Dancs. The Grizzlies peppered the Vipers 21-9 in the third, but their goaltending’s been really good in the playoffs,” “It felt great, like the monkey is off my back. I think there nearly matching the Vipers’ shot total for the entire game. said Williamson. “He’s (Gordie Defiel) got Royal Bank Cup going to start go in now,” said Dancs. Smith made some huge saves. experience, they have a lot of firepower up front and they’ve Demico Hannoun scored 22 seconds later from T.J. “He is a mature player that we know is going to battle been playing really well. They’ve shut teams down lately and Dumonceaux for his second of the playoff dance. That was each night for us,” said Williamson, of Smith. got timely goals so it’s up to us to stick to our game-plan.” the fourth and final goal Grizzlie goalie Alec Dillon would Victoria, who finished second overall with 37 wins, outDefiel, 21, was with the Minnesota Wilderness last year. allow. Dillon made eight saves and was replaced by Nic shot the Vipers (tied for sixth with 30 wins) 43-23. He went the distance as the Wilderness lost 5-4 in the semifiRenyard. “I thought our boys played a good game excerpt for a nal overtime to eventual RBC champion Brooks Bandits last Mason Blacklock’s first of the playoffs, at 13:07, from bizarre 15 minutes when the puck went in five times,” said year in Summerside, PEI. Hannoun and Dylan Chanter was the eventual winner. Grizzlie head coach Craig Didmon. “That doesn’t happen The Express are led by New Jersey’s Ryan Rosenthal, 20, The game seemed destined for blow-outsville with a 5-1 very often here. They (Vipers) scored on five of 11 shots, a power right winger who walked away from the University Viper lead after 40 minutes, they played a good transition game and they are hard to of Vermont Catamounts after playing just six games as a “The third period resembled much of the first. We sat break out against. freshman last season. The Express captain, who is headed to back on our heels and we got into penalty trouble. 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Pat Pearce married the man who convinced her to try cross country skiing in Smithers. Some 35 years later and she is still skiing with her hubby, Dave, and ruling the world in competition. Pearce, a 60-year-old former educator, claimed three gold medals at the recent World Masters Cross Country Ski Championships in Pillerseetal, Austria. The World Masters have brought mixed results to Pearce, who medalled in all three of her races at the 2011 World Cup at Sovereign Lake. Good fortune refused to follow Pearce to Asiago, Italy for the 2013 World Masters. She was injured two weeks prior to the event but she still competed after changing all of her races from classic to free technique (skating) and managed to win one medal. Pat and Dave were joined in Austria by several other skiers from Sovereign Lake: Ron Metza, Mike Bell, Garry Mitchell, John DaVina, George Borchert, Lori Borchert, Richard Sherwin, and Maureen Clement. Wax technicians were Bill Mahoney and Arne Hetherington “We had so much fun as a large group in Austria,” said Pat, a mother of two who has her first grandchild on the way. “We felt like a group of elite skiers with

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The Kelowna Rockets defeated the Tri-City Americans 4-1 Friday night in Kelowna, winning the best-of-seven first round Western Hockey League playoff series in five games. Marek Tvrdon scored twice while Rourke Chartier and Carter Rigby also scored as the Rockets held off the Americans before 4,875 fans at Prospera Place. “It definitely was a tough series, we knew coming in they were going to push us and they did,” said Rockets’ captain Madison Bowey. “They had great goaltending on their side. I think it was an exciting series and we’re happy that we won.” Rigby opened the scoring in the first period with his first WHL playoff goal before Tvrdon made it 2-0 in the second period. “We can enjoy this victory now but we are going to have to put it behind us, re-adjust and re-focus,” said Bowey. With the score 2-1 in the middle of the third, goals by Tvrdon and Chartier in 1:16 put the game away. Tvrdon’s highlight reel goal on a power play saw the big Slovakian undress a couple of players on the way to the net before putting a back-hand into the top corner. Chartier added the insurance marker and the Rockets were celebrating a first round victory. “They are a real solid team,” said Rockets’ assistant coach Dan Lambert. “We knew coming in, with the goaltending they have, it was going to be a tight series. I thought our guys pushed through.

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The Kamloops Storm grounded the Beaver Valley Nitehawks 4-2 in Game 1 of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League championship series Friday night at McArthur Island Sports Centre. Sheldon Hubbard opened up the scoring for the Nitehawks at 3:26 in the first from Walker Sidoni and Riley Brandt. The Storm evened it up when Mitch Friesen scored from Luke Gordon and Spencer Schoech. The first period was evenly played with Nitehawks outshooting the Storm 10-9. Schoech scored on the powerplay 9:38 in the second with Nitehawk Dan Holland was doing time for slashing. Before the second period expired, Mitch Foyle tied it from Jacob Boyczuk and Sidoni. The Storm pulled away in the third when Gordon scored from Bobby Kashuba and Brock Balson at 1:12. Ryan Keis added an empty-netter with eight second lefts. Wade Moyls recorded 22 saves in net for Kamloops.

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Vipers showing championship moxy

wo playoff series victories later and the Vernon Vipers are beginning to resemble a championship hockey team. They claimed the BCHL’s Interior Division Ryan Hatfield Memorial Trophy and are now chasing the Fred Page Cup. On their bucket list is the Royal Bank Cup national title in May. Vernon has a rich history of winning. They are the only team in Canada with six Centennial Cup and RBC banners. Looking back at those teams, there was a unique combination of personalties. The leaders led, the role players did a touch more, the defence and goalies tightened up and the goal scorers connected. And those teams were tight. They enjoyed being around one another pretty much 24-7. Twins Connor and Kellen Jones were always organizing baseball games at nearby Kin Race Park after practice during their RBC years in Vernon. They didn’t want the experience to end and now they’re done four extraordinary years with the University of Quinnipiac Bobcats near Hartford and ready for pro hockey. Moments after interviewing West Kelowna Warriors’ coach Rylan Ferster when his club was knocked out of the playoffs by the Vipers, we talked about how fast the years move by in Junior hockey. Ferster can still picture his days as Vernon Laker as if they were last week. These are young men enjoying the moment. They likely already recognize it’s going to go down as the best time of their lives. Ferster mentioned how college hockey gets more like real life with a tough academic schedule and practices which are treated like games.

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For Viper captain Ryan Renz, reaching the post-season felt so great. “It’s just about pride and being proud,” said Renz, before the playoff started. “After two seasons of not being in the playoffs, it starts to wear on a guy and a team. To get back in the hunt will give ourselves some more preparation and some games that mean something in the playoffs before we get to the RBC. That’s what we’re worried about now, is having a good run and not losing out early and having that time off.” The Vipers should survive this round-robin format and move on to the championship series. And they will look back and see how they matured as a team by stopping the Warriors and then the first-place Penticton Vees. Vees’ captain Brad McClure told Kevin Mitchell me before the playoffs that this year’s tight Interior chase was a real blast. “It makes for a good game every night and that’s what you want as a player. It makes you better as a player. It’s a tough competition every night and that’s what makes the league so strong, especially our division. It’s real tight and I think it’s gonna make for some exciting playoffs.” McClure said losing Game 7 at the South Okanagan Events Centre was one of the worst feelings he’s ever encountered. His time in Penticton was golden.

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Glacier Kings follow Hails

had to ban him from going to the gym. He’s a leader; he’s always making sure the After almost six months of boys don’t get into trouble.” rehab for a ruptured ACL in his left leg, Vernon’s Michael Hails took one Kirby’s Hails simply needed his coach Source For Sports Player of Joey Ewing’s trust. the Week honour en route The Comox Glacier Kings to his MVP season. Hails were going south until Hails enjoyed a real Halloween showed up ready to play in night treat with a 3-0 shutOctober. The Kings brought out in Nanaimo versus the in new players, Ewing put Buccaneers, making 36 Hails in net and the wins folsaves. lowed. The next night, he Hails went 19-6 with a recorded 30 stops and 2.28 goals against average. allowed two goals in a win three shutouts and a sizzling over Saanich. .931 save percentage to earn He trains with Vernon’s the Ray’s Sports Centre Top Sam Mowat in the offseaGoalie Award. The Kings won son and will attend BCHL the North Island Division camps in Nanaimo (April) of the nine-team Vancouver and Salmon Arm (May). Island Junior (B) Hockey “I wanna move up a League at 31-14-1-2. PHOTO SUBMITTED level and I’d really like to “He was unbelievable, real- Michael Hails of Vernon had an MVP season with the Comox Valley Glacier get my education through ly,” said Glacier Kings’ head Kings of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League. a hockey scholarship’” said coach Joey Ewing. “He was the soft-spoken Hails. question mark as to how I would recover definitely MVP of the league. We were Ewing has spread the word on his MVP and I had something to prove to people. I lucky to have Mike. We were 3-11 when he tried to keep my highs and lows even and and doesn’t want him back in Comox. came back from injury and then we won just have fun. I favoured it (injury) a little “I really hope someone in Junior A 23 games and lost two or three.” bit at the start of the season. I won MVP gives him a chance. He’s probably an A 6-foot, 195-pound fan of St. Louis from the league and my team so it was above average goalie in the BCHL if he Blues’ net detective Ryan Miller, Hails nice to be congratulated. ” doesn’t get hurt. Even if you want him as went 4-4 in the playoffs as the Glacier Hails said the Glacier Kings began the a back-up, you’re getting a guy who will Kings swept the Saanich Braves and lost Game 7 of the league semifinal series 4-3 year with six returnees and ended with never let in a bad goal.” four after trading for some older veterans. Born in Chilliwack, Hails started to the Peninsula Panthers. “We had a pretty young team and a minor hockey in Salmon Arm and finCole Glover of the Panthers scored in the second overtime on a scramble after pretty good dee. I’m vocal out there. I told ished in Vernon with Jim Armstrong’s Hails had made a series of huge saves on them not to screen me, and to make sure Tier 1 Midgets. that puck doesn’t get through.” He was the fastest player on his team, the play before 725 fans in Comox. Ewing said Hails pretty much practises playing defence as a tyke. It was after a Hails, 19, said he had more fun in his second season in Comox Valley. He was his craft 24-7, so much so, Ewing had to game at the Sunwave Centre when he 7-6 last year with a 2.94 GAA and .891 shut him down., asked his father, Dave, if he could play “He’s a star, a great kid and I haven’t goal, mainly because “you never come off save percentage. “Coming into the season, I was a huge seen anyone with a higher work ethic. I the ice.” KEVIN MITCHELL

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“It was unbelievable. I couldn’t ask for a better two seasons,” said McClure.“Right from the coaching staff to the trainers. Everyone here is professional. You get treated like a pro. They give you every opportunity to be a better hockey player and a better person.” The championship Viper teams of the past will tell you a similar story about Duncan Wray and staff. What’s cool about the Vipers’ playoff run is their second-leading pointgetter, Dexter Dancs, had not scored until Friday night. Mason Blacklock, who is playing hurt, has zero snipes. And Demico Hannoun recorded his second of the playoffs in Friday’s win. All three of those players may end up in pro hockey down the road. They are struggling to put up playoff numbers, but in the meantime, their teammates are stepping up. Colton Sparrow scored 11 times in the regular season. He leads the Snakes with six snipes and 16 points in the playoffs. Brendan Persley put up six goals and 19 points in 48 games. He has 7+7 in the post-season. “Playoffs are a different animal from the regular season.” said Sparrow. “We’re not worried about guys not scoring. They are gonna be there when we need goals. We have so much depth; we don’’t care about who is scoring.” Added Viper defenceman Jared Wilson: “That’s playoffs, that’’s what it’s all about, having depth and scoring. Usually, your top line is seeing their shut-down line so if you get your other lines scoring, it just takes pressure off those guys.”

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Rotary clubs in Vernon and Armstrong are teaming up to honour the top high school athletes in the North Okanagan. Keith Johnston, president of the Silver Star Rotary, says the inagural event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 11 at the Best Western Vernon Lodge. “North Okanagan area schools consistently are among the top-rated athletic programs in the province,” said Johnston, who helps coach the VSS Panthers football team. Keith Johnston “Many of the athletes graduating from these programs move on to play for university teams across Canada, but many of them end their athletic careers when they graduate from high school and as a result, receive little if any recognition for their accomplishments.” Johnston said Rotary’s focus on youth and literacy will raise awareness of area young athletes by recognizing top athletes in 10 high school sports. “An emphasis will be placed on those athletes who have excelled in the classroom as well as on the field of play. Let’s celebrate our student athletes, encouraging them not only in their future sporting endeavours but also in their lives.” Nominations from athletic directors for fall athletes have already been received by the Rotary clubs. Shirley Fowler (Armstrong Rotary), Greg Kalyniuk (Vernon Rotary) and Jerry Tellier (Kalamalka Rotary) are also on board. Anyone wishing to help with the event is urged to call Johnston at 250-5503964.

NOTEBOOK SLO-PITCH - Registration for the 2014 Ladies Intermediate/Comp spring season is now open. Looking for teams or individuals. Email: vernon.ladies. slopitch@gmail.com or call Michelle at 250-5420890. Fees for the spring will be $500 per team. League runs April 17-June 26 Wednesday nights. No weekend commitments. SPN rules. SLO-PITCH - Registration for the 2014 Ladies Intermediate/Comp spring season is now open. Looking for teams or individuals. Email: vernon.ladies. slopitch@gmail.com or call Michelle at 250-5420890. Fees for the spring will be $500 per team. League runs April 17-June 26 Wednesday nights. No weekend commitments. SPN rules. SLO-PITCH - The Village Green Hotel Co-Ed SloPitch League has a vacant spot to fill in intermediate or competitive division. League play is on Thursday nights, starting April 17. Anyone interested, contact Cathy Davies (250) 541-4324 or (250) 558-1915 evenings or Chris Jarl (250) 308-9680 SOCCER - Have you always wanted to try the game of soccer? Vernon’s Super 8 women’s league is looking for you. Women are invited to come out and learn the game, stay in shape and share your skills. Super 8 is for everyone. The smaller field and great sportsmanship allows us to reduce player injury and provide lots of touches. There is something for everyone & we would love to have you join us. Season April 14-June 23 and Sept. 8-29. To register http://www.vernonsoccer.ca/nowsa/index.php or contact Erica ehaugust@gmail.com or Kelly at kelly. megyesi@gmail.com.

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March 25 Playoff Games Game 1 Beavers 16 – Aaron Benjaminson 4+1, Matt Rysen 3+1, Chris Martin 2+5, Sean Connors 2+1, George Agar 2+1, Brandon Rysen 1+1, Brennan Martin 1. Goalie: Liam McConie. OTR2 12 – Brett Williams 7,Mike Teagan 1, Kasmer Boudreau 3, Ayden Rysen 1. Goalie: Jakob Holland. Game 2 Whalers 10 – Dave Pope 4+1, James Schneider 1+3, Chad Rachwalsk 1+2, Angus Stewart 1+1, Ryan Leibel 1+1. Goalie: Jon Graham. Ice Dogs 9 – Jeff Pain 2+1, Ryan Cramer 1+2, Werner Schmeigel 1+2. Goalie: Rodger Sewell. March 26 Games Game 3 Beavers 13 -Jayden Agar 5+1, Chris Martin 4+3, George Agar 2+1, Brennan Martin 1+1, Lee Schommer 1. Goalie: Liam McConie. Camo Toe 2 - Darrin Rudderham 1G, Jorden Dewing 1G, Tyler O’Dwyer 1A, Chris Tapper 1A. Goalie: Coery Petty.

BOWLING LINCOLN LANES BOWLERS-OF-THE-WEEK Club 55 Ladies: Doreen Koeckeritz– bowled a 707 triple to go 215 over her 164 average. Club 55 Men’s: Herb Rideout/Bill Blair – bowled a 698/749 triple to go 146 over his 184/201 average. Ladies: Margaret Hudson– bowled a 616 triple to go 208 over her 136 average. Men’s: Ken Hoggard – bowled an 784 triple to go 178 over his 202 average. HIGH GAMES/TRIPLES: Clark Brewer 100 POA; Dan Deboer 317, 100 POA; Jean Tharpe 348, 100 POA; Gabriel Nyeste 100 POA; Margaret Hudson 100 POA; Dorothy Kruger 100 POA; Sue Neville 302, 100 POA; Ken Hoggard 314, 100 POA; Courtney Lutgen 306, 100 POA; Herb Rideout 100 POA; Jessy Buchanan 355, 807, 100 POA, 7 strikes in a row; Krista Koenig 388, 908, 100 POA. 11 strikes in a row; Tyra Hoggard 339, 816, 100 POA; Doreen Koekkeritz 100 POA; Richard LaPlante 100 POA; Don Hurst 336, 100 POA; Gary Fisher 100 POA; HIGH AVERAGES: ADULT Ladies Jessy Buchanan Men Barry Koenig CLUB 55 Ladies Chris Cooper Men William Marchand PEE WEE Girls Libby Hampshire Boys Reece Chisholm BANTAM Girls Carys Reed Boys Colby Eisenhauer JUNIOR Girls Cassidi Breitkreutz Boys Aidan Buckley SENIOR Girls Kaitlyn Milsted

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B.C.’s small business minister defended the province’s shift to a new recycling system Wednesday after a continuing attack in the Legislature by the official opposition. Naomi Yamamoto said the Multi Material BC program transfers recycling costs from taxpayers to the producers who generate packaging and printed paper and challenged New Democrats to state whether or not they

“This program provides an incentive.” — Yamamoto

oppose that principle. “How many of us have come home after purchasing a relatively small item, struggled to unpackage the item and then found yourself with a mountain of waste material that we have no control over?” Yamamoto responded

in question period. “This program actually provides an incentive to producers to reduce their packaging.” The new system led by Multi Material BC is being resisted as too costly by various business sectors, including the newspaper industry and Black Press, the company that owns this newspaper. Yamamoto said the

province asked MMBC to work with the small business community and the B.C. Chamber of Commerce, adding that led to a series of exemptions that absolve 99 per cent of small businesses of requirements to report and pay recycling fees under the new program. NDP small business critic Lana Popham cited severe business impacts and demanded to know if the province will halt the scheduled May 19 rollout pending better consultation with businesses, municipalities and environmental organizations. “The premier is

chucking B.C.’s recycling system into a giant dumpster by completely botching the implementation,” said Popham. “British Columbia deserves to get our recycling right.” Popham earlier in the week denounced MMBC as a “red tape monster” controlled by Ontario-based corporations and multinational firms that aren’t sufficiently accountable to B.C. stakeholders. Newspaper industry representatives have warned newspaper closures and large-scale job losses are likely if the MMBC rollout continues unchanged.

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Marie Chaumat is our inbound student this year from France. To be an exchange student means enjoying lots of opportunities. The first one is certainly to learn the language. I feel like I have made huge progress since September, even still the first question I get when I’m having a conversation with somebody is ‘Where are you from?’ It could be the accent … I am getting to know the culture by living with true Canadian families and I’ve learned to be more open by discovering the differences from home, like getting up at 4am to cheer on an Olympic hockey game. As an exchange student I am also introduced to every friend and relation when I hang out with my host families or Rotary club. I meet a lot of great people and am part of the community. When I return to France, I will have friends all over the world, from W.L. Seaton, and also exchange students like me. This year I am learning not only about Canada but also a little bit from everywhere by chatting with foreign students living the same experience. Going on an exchange is lots of fun, I have discovered so much in such a short time. I thought a year would be long, but I now realize that it will pass very quickly, maybe too quickly. I have also learned that living in a foreign country can be frustrating when you are struggling with the language, or sometimes feeling homesick. But it’s a great experience, one I will forever treasure and I’m very grateful to have ended up in Vernon where I’m having such a good time. I would like to especially thank the Silver Star Rotary Club for offering me an unforgettable year.”

Giovanna Paglino is our inbound student from Italy. I arrived in Vernon on August 24, 2013 and for my first three months lived with the Johnston’s, whose daughter is now on a Rotary Exchange in Peru. Those first months were the most challenging ones for me. Not only did I have to quickly adapt to a total different culture, but also I had to start attending my last high school year in a different language, in a new school with people I had never met before. I take classes like English, Social Studies, Spanish and Drama, and even if sometimes they are a bit challenging, I enjoy and find every single one of them very interesting. Recently, I was involved in the school play One Act Play at Seaton where I took care of the follow spot light. Being a Rotary exchange student is more than just learning a new language in a different country; it is about growing as a person in a different environment, sharing the same experience with students, now friends, from all over the world. I have enjoyed many and different activities that I have never thought I would do in my life such as ice fishing, swimming in a lake or celebrating my first Thanksgiving! The hardest part for me about this exchange experience is changing families. It is heartbreaking to leave the people who have made me feel like part of their family after just a few months; but I guess that this is the true meaning of the program: adapting and making bonds at your best no matter where you go and taking the best from every single day. After only seven months in Vernon, I already feel like a completely different person than the one who left Italy. All the difficulties of living far from home made me grow so much and I will always be grateful for this incredible Rotary experience. Being a Rotary Exchange Student is such an honor for me. This experience is giving me the opportunity to live one of the best years of my life so far. Leaving Canada at the end of June will also be very hard.

Marie Chaumat and Givonna De Bruin at Sovereign Lake.

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Giovanna Paglino on Swan Lake, ice fishing for the first time.

Zeynep Canar is our inbound student this year from Turkey. The Armstrong Rotary Club has been involved in the Youth Exchange Program since 1979, when the club was first established. Every year, a high school student from another country spends a year in Armstrong, and at the same time a student from the Armstrong/Enderby area, spends a year out of our country. These students are hosted by local families (usually 3 month stays at 4 different homes). They attend high school classes and take part in various local events throughout the year. Rotary also organizes opportunities for all the exchange students to get together at events such as the Weekend in the Mountains, hosted by the Revelstoke Club. This year, Armstrong’s outbound student Hailey Beck is spending a year in Brazil, while our inbound student Zeynep Canar comes from Turkey. Zeynep attends Armstrong’s weekly Rotary meetings, reporting on her activities for that week. Hailey will attend a Rotary meeting upon her return, certainly filled with exciting information from her year long journey to South America. The Armstrong Rotary Club has two outbound students this year. Alexandra King is heading to Germany, while Lauren Shykora from Enderby, who is now being sponsored by the Yakima Club, will be on her way to Taiwan

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Kalamalka International Youth Exchanges Are you interested in learning a new language or meeting new people? Rotary’s enduring Youth Exchange program is an opportunity for high school students to experience a year of education overseas in a wide range of countries. Students stay with host families arranged by the host Rotary club. This lets you experience life in a foreign culture with several host families. It is the opportunity of a lifetime for the more than 8,000 students who participate each year. By sharing your own culture and embracing a new one, you help foster global understanding - and learn a great deal about yourself and your home country in the process. Is an exchange right for me? • Exchanges are for high school graduates up to age 19 who: • Have demonstrated leadership in their school and community • Are flexible and willing to try new things • Are open to cultural differences • Want to serve as an ambassador for their own country How much does it cost? Costs vary from country to country. Local Rotary clubs generously host students and provide room and board with a host family and a small monthly stipend. Participants are generally responsible for: • Round-trip airfare • Insurance • Travel documents (ie passports and visas) • Spending money, additional travel and tour fees How can I apply? Contact a Rotary club and to learn more about the types of programs offered, and specific application process required. Because the selection and orientation process can be lengthy, we suggest you apply 6 to 12 months before you plan to leave. Can I host an exchange student? Hosting can be an incredibly rewarding experience for your family, providing an international experience without leaving home. Host families provide room and board and share their lives with exchange students, involving them in family, community, and cultural activities. If you are interested in learning more about being a host family, contact the club closest to you. To learn more contact the Kalamalka Rotary Club at www.KalRotary.org or meet us on Facebook.

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Korbergs celebrate 60 John and Eidlyn “Lyn” Korberg (formerly Ehlin) were married March 18, 1954, in Erickson, Man. They took over the Korberg family homestead in the Hilltop area nearby and lived and farmed there. Two sons and one daughter were born during that time. In 1965 they moved the family to Armstrong, living there until moving to Vernon in 1983. John worked for more than 20 years in sawmills in the area, for the Smith Bros. in Falkland and later Crown Zellerbach and Crown Forest in Armstrong. The family has grown to include six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. “Love from the whole family and congratulations on this very special day.”

Canadians have developed a taste for salt. Sodium is a nutrient found in table salt and many other foods and most of us eat more than double the amount we need each day. Adults only need about 1,500 mg of sodium each day for good health. This small amount of sodium helps to regulate body fluids and blood pressure and it also keeps our muscles and nerves running smoothly. Unfortunately, most of us consume around 3,400 mg which can lead to high blood pressure — a major risk factor for stroke, heart disease and kidney disease. Some sodium occurs naturally in foods, but most is added for flavour and preservation.

All types of salt, including sea salt, kosher salts and other gourmet salts contain similar amounts of sodium. More than 75 per cent of the sodium we eat comes from processed foods such as cheeses, deli meats, sauces and soups, packaged and ready-to-eat foods, pizza, fast foods and restaurant meals. Sodium is also found in lesser amounts in many foods that don’t taste salty such as bread, baked goods, and breakfast cereals. Take these simple steps to reduce the amount of sodium that you eat: n Create meals at home from fresh unprocessed foods. n Eat fewer packaged, ready-to-eat and take-out foods. n Add little or no

salt to food when cooking, and remove the salt shaker from your table. Easy access to low sodium foods can help us all make better choices. Use your voice and your buying power to send a message to the food industry to offer lower sodium products: n Call or e-mail your favourite food companies and request lower sodium products. n Choose to eat at restaurants and food outlets that provide nutrition information such as those that participate in the informed dining program. Choose foods with less sodium. Eating less sodium can help you and your family stay healthy and feel your best. Now that’s something to take to heart. Tara Stark is a community nutritionist with Interior Health.

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Are your family or friends living with dementia? If so, you may have questions about how to help them. The Alzheimer Society of B.C. has plenty of answers. And local residents can get its assistance through a pair of free tele-workshops next month. On Tuesday at 7 p.m., How to Speak Up About Dementia and Make Changes to the System explains what you can do to make long-lasting social change for people with dementia and

their families. How to Support a Friend Who Has Dementia or is a Caregiver, offers ideas for communicating with a person with dementia, for offering support on the kind of help the person with dementia, their caregiver or family might appreciate. It runs April 23 at 2 p.m. To connect, visit momentum.adobeconnect.com/alzheimerbc (enter as a Guest) or phoning toll-free 1-866994-7745, then entering pass code 1122333 when prompted.

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When you donate as few as three hours to the Daffodil campaign, you help save lives and support those living with cancer in Vernon, Lumby, Coldstream, and Armstrong.

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This program is funded by residential garbage customers and is provided on the same day and location as regular garbage pickup. Missed piles not reported to The City of Vernon within 24 hours after the second week will not be picked up. As the service provides only 10 minutes maximum chipping per customer each week, please observe the following: • Same day/location as garbage pickup • Do not pile with neighbour’s chipping • Do not tie with wire • No roots or dirt in pile • Pile thorns separately • No branches or tree trunks more than 4” in diameter • Stack all prunings with butt ends facing street or lane. Tangled piles or excessive volumes may result in material left behind, therefore property owners can hire a chipper or haul to the landfill. Customers using bin service must make their own arrangements to dispose of prunings. Greater Vernon Recycling & Disposal Facility (Sanitary Landfill) is located 6 km south of Vernon off Hwy 97 (120 Birnie Road). Hours of operation: from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information call the Regional District of North Okanagan at 250-550-3700 or go to www.rdno.ca.

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February proved to be a sweet month for the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation. The Subway restaurants in Armstrong, Enderby and Vernon raised $14,590 by donating all cookie sale proceeds for the month to the Building a Tower of Care campaign. “We are very grateful to Subway for its ongoing commitment to health care in our community,” said Sue Beaudry, VJHF director of develop-

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ment. “‘Cookies for Care has raised much-needed funds, and generated increased awareness for the campaign to furnish and equip the sixth and seventh floors of the Polson Tower.” Launched in November, the Building a Tower of Care campaign has raised more than $650,000 of its $2.5 million goal. For more information about the campaign, call VJHF at 250-5581362 or go to vjhfoundation.org.

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The City of Vernon is in the process of updating the city’s long term plan for managing sewer and storm water in the city (Liquid Waste Management Plan), and will be hosting an open house meeting to gather public input.

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the B.C. government will extend the term of office to four years as well as tightening rules for campaign financing and advertising. Third-party advertisers will also have to register before promoting candidates, and financial disclosures will have to be filed with Elections BC within 90 days of the vote. C o m m u n i t y Development Minister Coralee Oakes said the new rules have been developed in consultation with the Union of B.C. Municipalities, and that discussion determined that an outright ban on anonymous donations is too strict. The disclosure rule will also apply to thirdparty advertisers, who will have to report sources of donations more than $50 and identify themselves in advertising. Oakes said that measure is complex because the variety of local governments in B.C. is the widest in Canada, including large and small communities, regional districts and school boards.

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On Wednesday, homes around the world are encouraged to shine a light on autism and to “light it up blue” for World Autism Awareness Day. In the North Okanagan, members of the community are encouraged to wear blue and take part in the first Autism Awareness Walk and BBQ April 6 at Polson Park, to be the voice for people with autism. Co-hosted by the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs, Stepping Stones Counselling Group, North Okanagan Youth and Family Services Society, the Children and Youth with Special Needs branch of the Ministry of Children and Family Development and NONA Child Development Centre, the event is a chance for families to come out and enjoy a day in the park while at the same time raising awareness about autism. Susan Heighway is autism scheduler at NONA, while Erin Hutton works with the centre’s autism over-13 program. “It’s all about raising awareness,” said Heighway. “That it’s out there and to be accepting of it, and to bring families together, to meet.” And each April 2, Autism Speaks celebrates Light It Up Blue along with the international autism community, in commemoration of the United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day. Light It Up Blue is a global initiative that kicks-off Autism Awareness Month and helps raise awareness about autism. People around the world are encouraged to light up their homes by switching their outdoor lights to blue, putting up blue Christmas lights or anything else they’d like to do. To register your “blue” idea, go to www.autismspeaks.org. Hutton said autism is one of the most common forms of brain neurological disorder or development disability in childhood, and its prevalence is on the rise. “It affects people in different ways and there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding it,” she said. “Some people assume that certain behaviours in school for instance are because the child is ‘bad’ or that they are

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Jacob Honeyman (left) and Milo Buff enjoy a walk in the sunshine, and are looking forward to the first Autism Awareness Walk and BBQ taking place April 6 at Polson Park. being rude when they can’t help it. People tend to just make a really black and white comment.” While the supports for children with autism are excellent, there are simply not enough of them. “Our wait list keeps getting longer,” said Heighway, adding that it currently sits at more than a year for children under six. Hutton said for children with autism, simply navigating through the day can be difficult, as they often lack the ability to pick up on those social cues most people take for granted. “It’s difficult to read body language and know how to interact and that is something that service providers in the community help provide — those skills, such as eye contact and tracking other people’s eyes or sim-

ply saying hello.” They are hoping that this week’s events will go a long way towards helping to increase awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD). On Wednesday, World Autism Awareness Day, a free viewing of the film, Temple Grandin, will be shown at 6 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club. Refreshments will be provided. The award-winning film stars Clare Danes who plays the title character who overcame the odds by earning a doctorate and becoming a bestselling author and a pioneer in the humane treatment of livestock. Grandin was diagnosed with autism at the age of four by a doctor who told her she’d never talk and would need to be institutionalized.

“If you haven’t seen the movie, it is worth the watch,” said Rebecca Kerr, autism services program supervisor at NONA. “It’s based on a true story and it really gives you an idea of what it’s like for a person with autism.” On the same day, Ya Yas is donating their large party room at a reduced cost from 10 a.m. to noon, to allow parents to give their children a break during their afternoon of climbing and playing at the indoor play centre. “We’ll have cards available for the families to get in at a reduced cost,” said Heighway, adding that the cards will be available at the walk’s sponsors. The first Autism Awareness Walk and BBQ takes place April 6 at Polson Park from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., near the band shell. Participants are encouraged to wear blue and take a leisurely walk around the park and then enjoy live music from Vernon musician Brandon Schmor, balloons, Shriners clowns and the Vernon Lions Club’s popular barbecued burgers, by donation. Johnston Automotive has donated the bottled water and helium for the balloons. The event runs rain or shine and please note that dogs are not permitted in Polson Park. Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. ASD can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention and physical health issues such as sleep and gastrointestinal disturbances. Some persons with ASD excel in visual skills, music, math and art. Autism appears to have its roots in very early brain development. However, the most obvious signs of autism and symptoms of autism tend to emerge between two and three years of age. — from Autism Speaks, founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. The autism science and advocacy organization is dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.

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Don Reeve had wanted a career in medicine. Instead, he followed his high school sweetheart Linda to Bible school. That move changed Don’s life in a number of ways. It didn’t take long for Don to realize that God was calling him to ministry. To test the waters, Don spent a year as a full-time volunteer at Parksville Fellowship Baptist church in Parksville, B.C. “After that I knew ministry would be the path I would follow,” he said, adding that it was a path that included Linda.

Wednesday April 9, 2014 The Schubert Centre 3505 - 30th Avenue, Vernon

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Don and Linda tied the knot in Surrey, B.C in 1994, and will celebrate their 20-year anniversary this spring. “We are privileged to have two fantastic kids, Marissa who is in Grade 11 and Isaac who is in Grade 9. “Our ministry started in Sparwood, B.C. Imagine a 23-year-old senior pastor. We had a great time there. We learned lots about life and ministry, particularly in a unique coal mining community. Isaac was one of the last children born at the Sparwood Hospital before it closed.” Don and Linda and the kids then moved to Armstrong where Don pastored at the First Baptist church. “We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Armstrong and had the joy of being part of a vibrant church family.” Then Don and Linda felt called to Woodstock, Ont. While Don was born in Campbell River, he spent his elementary school years in Barrie, Ont., before his family moved back to Surrey in senior high. “It is encouraging to know that there is such a large Christian community right across the country, whether in Vernon or central Canada. We experienced five years of God’s blessings in Woodstock.” This past summer

Spring is here and the fashion statement is bright, vivid colours! If you are looking at the nail polishes and lipsticks you will see lots of bright colours. Fuschia, coral, blues, greens, red and orange. Nails are still a lot of fun with sparkles and designs. You can be artistic and do your own or use the nail strips that are prelacquered. They are easy to use

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The O'Keefe Ranch will be holding a spring garage sale to raise funds for the Balmoral School roof. If you are looking for that unique collectible or piece of yard art, check out the items at the O'Keefe Ranch Garage Sale. Antiques, farm implements and so much more! Book an 8' table (includes 2 chairs) for $20.00 a day. — CONCESSION AVAILABLE — If you have items you wish to donate, call 250-542-7868 and we will pick them up. Items donated of $100 value and over will receive a charitable donation tax receipt.

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Don received a phone call from Emmanuel Baptist Church in Vernon asking if the family would be willing to consider a move back to B.C. Over the course of two months they reached the decision to accept the invitation to join the staff team and church family at Emmanuel. They moved in December of this past year and Don started ministry as the senior pastor in January. “We are happy to be part of Emmanuel’s vision, following Jesus and sharing His love. A big part of that vision is the focus on the community,” said Don. “We count it an honour to

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Emmanuel Baptist Church’s new pastor Don Reeve, his wife Linda and kids Marissa and Isaac have recently returned to British Columbia after living in Ontario.

and really look great. If you like neutral colours they are always fashionable. Maybelline has come out with some very nice neutral lipsticks. You can also use a clear lip liner or a soft nude shade to add definition to your lips. Remember if your lips are smaller … lighter, brighter, frosty colours add volume. Darker colours will make your lips appear smaller if they are already thin. We are getting spring and summer fashion accessories in weekly to compliment those great new nail and lip colours! Bring this article in and get $2.00 off a new regular priced lipstick until April 30, 2014. Hope you have a Happy Spring and Easter.

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be able to participate in events like the Winter Carnival Parade and Canada Day at Polson Park. “We also are blessed to be able to offer a variety of events and programs that are very much intended to be a part of our local community, such as Bethlehem Star, Breakfast club at Mission Hill elementary, summer soccer camp and day camp, weekly moms and tots, youth groups and more.” Don said what he likes about Emmanuel is it is big enough to offer a diversity of programs for people to participate in but small enough that people who are not accustomed to attending church can feel comfortable and easily make friends. “For us, we knew Emmanuel was a church where my kids would be encouraged and engaged in their faith, where we all as a family would be challenged to put our faith into practice, and where we would constantly be surrounded by people who genuinely loved Jesus and us. “We have a great church family, amazing leaders, and fantastic volunteers throughout all the ministries of the church so I am very excited about the future for Emmanuel.” Don grew up near the beach in Campbell River and his fond

memories of camping and spending time outdoors as a kid. “I prefer Vernon’s hot and dry climate over the hot and humid climate of Ontario.” Don loves dogs and bought his first dog, a boxer, when he was in Grade 8. He went on to compete in CKC dog shows and raised a number of litters of pups. “I also love sports both playing and watching. And I read a lot.” His parents used to let the kids stay up later if they were reading, so they developed an enjoyment of reading from a young age. Don counts his parents as a big influence in his life, followed by several key youth leaders, a retired pastor and some great friends. “My dad was a pastor, so there has been a role model both as a father and husband, but also in ministry. Some of my youth leaders made a real impact on my life, just watching how they took their faith seriously. These people, along with friends who have offered encouragement and support along the way, have made ministry a joy and privilege.” Don planned his first sermon series to be about the Book of Mark. “It is all about Jesus, how he came to offer us forgiveness from sin and freedom from the power of sin, but also how he calls us to follow. We aren’t just forgiven to then go live however we please, but rather to serve Jesus by serving others.” While his life has had some interesting twists and turns along the way, Don said he and his family feel fortunate to be part of the community here in Vernon and are even more thankful for the kind reception they received at Emmanuel. “I hope others who are new to Vernon will consider joining us on a Sunday and meeting some great people who believe that faith in God is the greatest thing in life and a great way to live.”

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falun gong information session March 30 at 1 p.m., Vernon library upstairs meeting room. What are the mechanics and principles of the four standing exercise movements? Buddha Showing 1,000 Hands; Falun Standing Stance Exercise; Penetrating the Two Cosmic Extremes; Falun Heavenly Circuit Exercise. All welcome. Open discussion. Info., www.falundafa.org free movie night March 30 at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Rd.) and all are invited (free will offering will accepted for this cause). Veil of Tears is a 90-minute documentary telling the untold story of how many women in India face huge challenges, persecution and cultural injustices. But, there is hope for them. Come watch, learn and be inspired! vernon ColleCtors CluB meets Last Sunday of the month at 7:30 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 1204-30th Ave. ukuleles for fun Meets March 30 at the Army & Navy Club, beginners at 1:30 p.m., regulars at 2 p.m. Join us for fun and music. For more information, e-mail Patch at patch@telus.net or call Jan at 250-542-4912. Breakfast and flea market Indoors/outdoors, every Sunday from 8 a.m.- 11 a.m., at the Fraternal Order of Eagles hall, 5101-25th Ave. Such a deal for $7. Tables for rent for $10 per spot outside. Call 542-3003 for more information. fraternal order of eagles mega meat draW The second Sunday and last Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at the hall, 5101-25th Ave.

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after-sChool Writing lessons at vernon liBrary Join library Writer-in-Residence Harold Rhenisch. For kids aged 8 to 15. No registration necessary for this free program. March 31, Pages That Whisper, Shout and Sing; April 7, Book Gymnastics. Info., www.orl.bc.ca or 250-542-7610. s.o.l.d. Society for Open Learning and Discussion meets Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at the People Place and all are welcome to attend. March 31, “Nasittuq, Canadian Forces Station, Alert Bay,” with Jack Phillips. enderBy Cliff quilters meet First, third and fifth Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Enderby Evangelical Chapel, 708 Mill Ave. New members always welcome. More information at 838-7858. vernon aCCordion CluB Dancers and listeners are invited to come and enjoy two hours of accordion music that includes waltzes, polkas, foxtrots, schottisches, and Latin. Every Monday 7-9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players, come join us on stage. For more information, call 250-546-3192. fun time at halina seniors Centre Mondays 1 - 3 p.m., runs every first and third Monday of the month. Come to the first one and plan out the games for the upcoming weeks. A time to have fun and learn. Cost: 50 cents per session. Everyone 50+ welcome! The centre is at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For further info., call 250-542-2877.

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oin us for Flights of Fancy. Wear your feather fascinators and lapels to the Allan Brooks Nature Centre Annual Dinner and Auction Fundraiser at the Best Western Vernon Lodge April 4. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with live entertainment and for those wanting to add to their night out there will be a dance following the dinner and auction. The auction this year features some excellent items including recreation (spa, paddle boarding, skiing and golfing packages), Robert Bateman artwork, and accommodation options and well-known donations among many other wonderful items provided by businesses throughout our region. All proceeds benefit the Allan Brooks Nature Centre. Tickets are $65 or $500 for a table of eight and can be purchased at www.ticketseller.ca or call 250-549 SHOW(7469).

okanagan Community proJeCts is a group of citizens, living in the Okanagan Valley, interested in participating in projects that will help build and support the community. We are creating a network of people who have a project idea or who would like to help build or support a project. We will be meeting the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m., upstairs at The Bean Scene Coffee House. You can join our Facebook group by searching Okanagan Community Projects. For more info., call Sarah at 250-309-2620, Jack at 250-938-4202 or Darren at 250-938-1751. the vernon plaCer (gold) miners’ CluB Meets the first Tuesday of every month from October-June in the Basement of Peace Lutheran Church, 1204-30th Ave. from 7-9 p.m. Yearly memberships due: $20 per family. For more info. phone president Merv Mathers, 250-547-9690 or membership, Donna Smith at mrspumpkin36@hotmail.com pregnanCy support Every Tuesday we offer a drop-in from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., including lunch. We offer a free and confidential service to help you have a healthy baby. We are located at 2902 29th Ave. We are gratefully accepting double strollers, maternity and infant clothing donations. teaCh and play for kids Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. For more information, call 250-542-7578. narCotiCs anonymous Meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m., A Step Ahead, 2800-33rd St., basement of Gateway Shelter (open to the public, 12 step-meeting). Our 24-hour helpline is at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574. armstrong and distriCt garden CluB Our regular monthly meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month in the small room of the Odd Fellows hall in Armstrong and we would welcome anyone interested in becoming a member. mothers for reCovery peer support group For any mother in recovery wishing to help herself and other mothers within her community struggling with addictions. The purpose of this group will be to help addicted mothers obtain recovery and parent successfully. Takes place every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Kekuli Centre, 2905-28th Ave. Child care available at Early Childhood Development, 2902- 29th Ave. For more information please

enderBy lions garage sale April 1-30 from 9-4 every day and 9-9 Tuesdays and Thursdays with possible lunch and supper closures, Enderby Curling Rink and Gazebo. Watch for signs. fung loy kok taoist tai Chi Beginning Classes start at the Vernon Centre, 3105-28th St., April 1 and run Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Classes provide an introduction to Taoist Tai Chi for people of all ages and abilities. Info. call 250-542-1822, e-mail vernon@taoist. org or see www.taoist.org silver star rotary CluB meets Tuesdays from 6:46 to 8 a.m. at the Village Green Hotel across from the Village Green Centre. This is a fun, friendly, social club supporting local community and international service, and SUNDAY MONDAY we are looking for new members. Everyone is welcome to Burger Steak come for a free breakfast. & Beer Sandwich armstrong seniors aCtivity Centre We are at $ (Sleeman’s Original) 1095 2520 Patterson Ave. Pool Monday to Friday at 12:30 p.m. $ 95 10 Ping Pong Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Bottles of Sponsored Budweiser Pints of open CriB games every Tuesday at 1 p.m. and every by & Kokanee Canadian Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. $ 95 $ 4 495 monashee toastmasters welcomes you to our Tuesday night meetings in the meeting room of the Blue TUESDAY WEDNESDAY Ox Pub (Hwy. 6) in Lumby. Develop leadership skills Dry Ribs Chicken & while finding your voice in a fun and supportive atmo$ Rack of Ribs 795 sphere. Meetings run 7 to 8:30 p.m. If you wish to order $ 1695 Lasagna food, please arrive earlier. For more info., please contact $ 95 13 Hi-Balls Louise at 547-6480 or Mike at 547-9335. We look forward Single $395 to meeting you! Pints of 1516 Double $620 $ 525 the lumBy artistiC ConneCtions is a weekly watercolor painting class (sometimes we do acrylics). Cost $10 per session. Held every Tuesday noon to 4 p.m. at the Lumby Community Hall (2250 Shields Ave.). Everyone welcome. Call Olena at 250-547-8866 for more SPECIALS information. Hwy 97 N Vernon

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call Caroline at 250-542-5448 or Maureen at 250-542-5311. support group for senior parents For senior parents of children with developmental disabilities, meets the first Tuesday of each month and the third Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Schubert Centre meeting room, 3505-30th Ave. Join us for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to connect with other senior parents facing similar joys and challenges. For info., call Julie at 250-307-4216. poWered paragliding CluB Join the Okanagan Free Flyer’s Powered Paragliding Club and take to the skies under a paraglider with an easy foot-launched backpack model engine. Good chance to meet up with fellow pilots and cruise around the beautiful Okanagan. Meets Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Call James at 546-2812 or e-mail james@gojoli.com for regular meeting times & locations. kiWanis CluB of vernon four seasons Meets Tuesdays at noon at Schubert Centre. New members welcome. For more information, call 545-8650. halina seniors Centre Come out for a fun game of bingo every Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m., 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. All 19 and over welcome. For more information, call 250-542-2877.

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ent dog sports in the area. A fun club with friendly people and new members always welcome. Call Jayne at 250-545-0187. the easter seals splash of colour family fun run in support of Camp Winfield April 19. Pancake breakfast starts at 8 a.m. and run at 10 am. Less than 5 kms. Register now at www.splashofcolour.ca to run or volunteer. get inVolVed & make a difference! If you are a person who enjoys spending time with seniors and wants to make a difference in someone’s life, we have an opportunity for you! The Family Resource Centre’s Senior Support Volunteer program pairs volunteers with clients who need a friendly, helping hand and a listening ear. Training provided for volunteers and next session will run for 7 sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 to 27 from 9 a.m. until noon at the People Place. Learn more on our website, www.vernonfrc. ca or by calling Karen at 250-545-3390, ext. 215.

healing after suicide loss support group Registration is open for 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 contact Betty Bates 250275-8062 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? Well, clowning might just be for you. Info., or register, call Doris at 250-546-6396 or Beverley at 250-558-3576 or see www.kalamalkacaringklowns.com nisga’a Writer jordan abel reads from his collection, The Place of Scraps, exploring the dismantling of First Nations culture by anthropologists. Abel will be joined by award-winning poet Claire Lacey and fiction writer Thea Bowering. Readings will be followed by discussion. All are invited to attend April 3. Doors open at 7 p.m. and readings begin at 7:30 p.m. at Gallery Vertigo at 3001-31 St. #1 upstairs. For more info., call 250-503-2297. Vernon heritage east hill homes Friends of History presents Barbara Hartley April 3 at 10 a.m., speaking on “Vernon Heritage East Hill Homes” at The Pantry. Lunch is available. Everyone is welcome.

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Sponsored by the Vernon Museum. youth triathlon team open house April 3 from 4 to 5 p.m., Paradigm Studio, #100, 2802-30th St. Come meet Coach Laura and Coach Mel and learn more about triathlon for youth and the new North Okanagan Youth Triathlon Team at this meet and greet open house. For more info., call Mel at 250-550-0521. triathlon clothing & gear sale The Kal R.A.T.S will be hosting a sale of gently used running, cycling and swimming gear and clothing April 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Lakers’ Clubhouse. Great bargains to be had. Cash sales only, items sold as is. Free admission but donations to food bank welcome. For more information contact Linda at 250558-7823 or go to www. kalrats.com Vss class of 1974 40th reunion It’s been 40 years since the class of ‘74 graduated and it’s time for a reunion! Reunion takes place Aug. 15 and 16 in Vernon. Contact Marty Stein at martin_g_stein@ hotmail.com for details. enderby old time dance club April 4 at 8 p.m. at the Drill Hall in Enderby. Last dance of the season. Theme is Easter Spring Flowers. Everyone of all ages welcome. Adults $6, teens $3, children free. Lunch included. Info., call 250-546-6186. The AGM for the dance club is April 6 at 2 p.m. in the Drill Hall. Please attend as there are important changes to be made. presentation from canadian lutheran bible school A group of students and staff from school in Camrose, Alta., present concert at Living Word Lutheran Church April 4 at 7 p.m., 6525 Okanagan Landing Rd. We would love to have you join us for this special evening as they utilize music, drama, movement and visual art to explore “Intersections” in our lives. “Intersections are where roads meet, choices are made, collisions happen and directions change.” We depend on God to guide us through life’s intersections. Free will offering will taken. If you are willing to billet students, call Jim Johnson at 250-558-0440 or Living Word at 250-545-1514.

b.c. goV’t retired employees assoc. On the first Friday of the month for a luncheon at 12:30 at Schubert Centre. Next meeting April 4. John will be reporting on the spring directors meeting. Meet fellow retirees. garage sale April 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eagles Hall. Help send 1st Vernon Girl Guides to camp. Cookies also available. cdn. cancer society daffodil tea April 5 from 1 to 3 p.m., Enderby & District Senior Citizens Complex, 1101 George St. Admission by donation. Daffodils for sale. Vernon jubilee hospital auxiliary garden fair Our Annual Garden Fair is May 10 and we are collecting items for the garage sale and looking for jewellery, household items, small furniture, garden items, children’s toys, puzzles, books and plants, clearly marked with name of plant. For delivery or pick up, please call the Hunts at 250-5584299 or the Smiths at 250542-1953. easter party at the Vernon museum Join us at the Greater Vernon Museum & Archives April 12 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. This fun family event includes Easter basket making, egg decorating, golden egg hunt, cookie decorating and Easter games! Also, visit the museum daily April 8 to 11 to find the hidden bunny and enter to win a prize. (Maximum one entry per person per day.) Call 250-542-3142 to pre-register for the Easter Party. Admission $2/child. Parents required to accompany their children. Info., www.vernonmuseum.ca okanagan humane society spring garage sale This year, combined with our antiques and collectibles sale. Our fundraiser take place at The Shops at Polson Park, 2306 Hwy. 6, Vernon, April 4 to 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (except Sundays). Sale includes furniture, toys, glassware, jewellery, dolls, linens, pictures, silverware, ornaments, small appliances, crafts, clothes, pet supplies. All proceeds go to care of neglected and abandoned cats to assist low-income families with spay/neutering of their cat/ dog. This is your chance

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to purchase raffle ticket or win door prize. Info., Hazel at 250-542-1607 or Louvain at 250-548-9293. buddhist meditation class with nun Kelsang Chenma, April 4, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. Class topic will be “Why Meditate? Understanding The Benefits Of Meditation.” 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. garage sale Medical expense fundraiser for Meeka’s ongoing medical needs April 4 and 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., both days. No reasonable offer refused; 11700 Coldstream Creek Rd. shoparama spring market Come and support a budding bunch of entrepreneurs, crafters and home-based business. Baking, too! Together with a fun shopping experience, you can support the Cancer Society and the food bank. There will be entertainment, goodies for the kids, door prizes and a yummy concession. Admission is free, however you are invited to bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Bank. April 5 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and April 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Vernon Rec Centre. 22nd annual gigantic book sale Armstrong/Spallumcheen Museum & Art Gallery, 3415 Pleasant Valley Rd. April 5 to 11 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and April 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info., call 250-546 8318 or see www.ArmstrongSpall/ MuseumArt.com. As usual, the galleries are filled with thousands of books and more books are put out throughout the day. keyboard music lessons With instructor melly oey start April 5, for young children, and run Saturdays; eight 45-minute classes. These private lessons are an introduction to reading music, learning about melodies, rhythm and beats. Kids will have fun and quickly learn how to play electric keyboard with both hands, and accompaniment music. To register call the Vernon Community Arts Centre at 250-542-6243 or see

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www.vernonarts.ca the friends of the Vernon museum agm Annual general meeting April 5 at 1:30 p.m. at the museum, 300932nd Ave. Refreshments will be served. Everyone welcome to attend. pipe band music and highland dancing exhibition Everyone welcome at Trinity United Church April 5 from 1 to 2:45 p.m. for thrilling afternoon of pipe band music and a highland dancing exhibition. There is no charge, so please plan to attend and bring your friends along. This is the 28th consecutive year that Vernon has played host to this event formerly called Mini Meet. Pipe bands from Kamloops, Kelowna and Shuswap/Salmon Arm will be present as well as the two bands from Vernon; the Kalamalka Highlanders and the Arran Campbell Memorial Youth Pipe Band. Our judges will be Tennille BrownBeaumont, a world-class drummer and her husband James Beaumont, one of the top bagpipers in the world. If you really love the music of the pipes, come to Trinity at 9 a.m. and watch the individual piping competition that goes until noon. Info., Paul at 250-260-3151. print & Watercolour Workshop April 5 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Vernon Public Art Gallery. Combine printmaking and watercolour painting together in this mixed media technique. Participants will carve an image into a Safety-Kut block and then print it over top of your own watercolour painting. Learn to carve a block, run a test print, lay down colours, and how to register the paper. Materials included. Please come prepared with image ideas in 4x6” format. No pre-registration required. There will be a lunch break. $10/members, $15/ non-members. Gallery is at 3228-31st Ave. Call 250545-3173 for info. early years fair April 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. Come to the Vernon library to learn what your community has to offer for families with children under six years. Story time 10:30 a.m.; children’s entertainment 11:30 a.m. provided by North Okan. Early Years Council. Call 250-542-7610, ext. 6829 for more info.

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The dismantling of First Nations culture by anthropologists is the next topic for discussion at the Vertigo Voices reading series, Thursday at Gallery Vertigo. Nisga’a writer Jordan Abel will read from his latest book, The Place of Scraps, which poet Ray Hsu has described as “an anthropology of anthropology, done as only an Aboriginal /Indigenous poet could do.” Described as “a master carver of the page,” Abel’s first collection of poems revolves around Marius Barbeau, an early-20th century ethnographer, known as the “father of Canadian anthropology,” who studied many of the First Nations cultures in the Pacific Northwest, including Abel’s ancestral Nisga’a Nation. Barbeau, in keeping with the popular thinking of the time, believed First Nations cultures were about to disappear completely, and that it was up to him to preserve what was left of these dying cultures while he could. Unfortunately, his methods of preserving First Nations cultures included purchasing totem poles and potlatch items from struggling communities in order to sell them to museums. While Barbeau strove to protect First Nations cultures from vanishing, he ended up playing an active role in dismantling the very same cultures he tried to save, said Abel.

Jordan Abel is in Vernon Thursday to read and discuss his new book of poetry, The Place of Scraps. Drawing inspiration from Barbeau’s canonical book Totem Poles, Abel explores the complicated relationship between First Nations cultures and ethnography. His poems simultaneously illuminate Barbeau’s intentions and navigate the repercussions of the anthropologist’s actions. Abel will be joined by poet Claire Lacey and fiction writer Thea Bowering at the reading. Lacey is the winner of the Robert Kroetsch Award for Innovative Poetry, while Bowering’s first

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book, Love at Last Sight, is a collection of stories characterized by urban outsiders who wander parts of Europe, Edmonton, Vancouver, and occasionally the Okanagan Valley. It was nominated for the 2013 Alberta Reader’s Choice Award. Doors to Thursday’s Vertigo Voices open at 7 p.m. and readings begin at 7:30 p.m. at Gallery Vertigo, 3001-31st St. #1 upstairs. All are welcome to attend. For more information, call (250) 503-2297.

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Dynamic duo, basoonist Nadina Jackson Mackie and trumpeter Guy Few, return to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Sunday, April 6 to perform with the Okanagan Symphony.

April is a month of excitement for the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra (OSO), which is hosting a masterworks concert as well as a special piano recital and a fundraising event. “We have such an exciting month ahead,” said Rosemary Thomson, OSO music director. “Enjoy and attend our masterworks concert, a piano recital and a fun and unique fundraiser; so many ways to support your local professional orchestra.” The month kicks off with the April Masterworks concert, Dynamic Duo. Guest artists Guy Few and Nadina Mackie Jackson, who have previously performed in Vernon to high acclaim, bring an unusual duo of trumpet and bassoon, which they perform with brilliance and “infectious high spirits.” Their virtuosity is showcased in solo and double concertos. “Music from the baroque era shares the stage with more contemporary repertoire of great beauty that is sure to delight,” said Thomson. The duo, along with the OSO, will hit the stage at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Sunday, April 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Seller box office, by phone at 250-549-7469 or online at ticketseller.ca. Next up, Canadian pianist and interna-

tional star Louis Lortie will take the stage for one night only at the Mary Irwin Theatre in Kelowna’s Rotary Centre for the Arts April 16. The concert is in support of the Okanagan Symphony’s various community programs. Lortie has attracted critical acclaim throughout Europe, Asia, and the U.S., and has extended his interpretative voice across a broad range of repertoire rather than choosing to specialize in one particular style. The London Times described his playing as “ever immaculate, ever imaginative,” and identified the artist’s “combination of total spontaneity and meditated ripeness that only great pianists have.” Tickets to see Lortie are $40 and can be purchased at www.selectyourtickets.com or by phone at 250-717-5304. To close off the month, the OSO will be holding the first of their annual fundraisers, April 25 at Kelowna’s Laurel Packinghouse. Tickets are $90 and include an evening of bingo like you have never experienced before. Bling it up and join the OSO for fabulous cuisine from Okanagan Street Food, bingo games, prizes, live jazz and a silent auction. Tickets can be purchased by calling the OSO office at 250-763-7544 or online www. okanagansymphony.com.

Versifiers, rhymesters and sonneteers from throughout the region will congregate on all four Okanagan College campuses this Thursday to put their deftness with doggerel and love of lyric to the test in the inaugural Okanagan College Three-hour Poetry Contest. Beginning at 6 p.m., aspiring poets who are Okanagan College students, or high school students in Grades 11 or 12, will have 180 minutes to create up to three original poems in the poetic form revealed at the beginning of the contest. Instructions will be provided. “We’re launching the Three-hour Poetry Contest in response to the success of the Threehour Short Story Contest we hold every fall,” said Okanagan College English professor Kerry Gilbert. “We thought it would be valuable to reach writers who prefer working in verse over prose.” Five prizes are on offer. Each campus will declare a regional winner who will receive a $250 Okanagan College tuition credit. A grand prize winner will then be selected from among the four regional winners and awarded an additional $250 tuition credit. “The benefit for students of participating in a contest like this is to flex their writerly muscles,” said Gilbert. “It’s a true test of a writer (poet or otherwise) to work in demanding writing situations. Sometimes the best work comes out of those moments. The prizes and recognition are good motivators, too.” Registration is free. Visit www.okanagan. bc.ca/3hourpoetry to sign up. Registration closes at noon on Wednesday.

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in Divergent you aren’t going to learn anything other than such things exist. Yet, from the abundantly fertile soil that created such an obviously stupid social contract, springs forth a mere tale of standing out versus fitting in, loving versus fighting, and discovering oneself. Or to put it another way, it’s another teenage movie full of teenagery behaviour set in a world gone wrong, where the teenagers will show us what’s right. Sounds good, right? Actually, it does, but the first problem I have with it is that the “wrongness” they’re fighting against seems so unbelievable in the first place. Secondly, there are only two things that happen in this movie that aren’t exposition and as such, the film becomes

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