2014
OF THE NORTH OKANAGAN
Professional photos provided by Brenda Hala’s Photography
TRUSTED. RESULTS.
Jennifer Harry
Sheridan Clemson
Christina Vinters
Elise Allan
Krystin Kempton
Tracy Knight Leanne Rutley Allyson Edwards
Proudly committed to our community for over 40 years. Bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise, our team of lawyers can assist you with your family matters, business law, personal injury, litigation matters, commercial and residential purchases, wills and estates, and insolvency matters. Nixon Wenger is dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional service and satisfaction. Book your appointment today.
Tel: 250-542-5353 • Tf: 1-800-243-5353 • www.nixonwenger.com
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2014 Cover Girls OF THE NORTH OKANAGAN
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Maureen Krause Maureen Krause began her career as a jeweller in 1981 under the watchful eye of a master goldsmith, Ron Ennis. After completing the provincially accredited apprenticeship program, she continued to hone her skills as an accomplished jewellery maker and repair person. Her commitment to quality and close attention to detail ensures each and every task is completed with exacting precision. In 1988, Maureen, together with her husband Harry, established H.M. Krause Jewellers. Together, they have faithfully served the jewellery needs of their many devoted customers and have been voted Best Jeweller of the North Okanagan Finalist for 10 years. Besides a busy career, Maureen enjoys spending time with her daughter Stephanie and sons Matthew and Andrew. Maureen enjoys acrylic and water colour painting, downhill skiing and travel. Maureen invites all her friends and clients to enjoy the friendly, helpful service Krause Jewellers is known for. Their bright spacious show room is brimming with fine distinctive jewellery and many gift-giving ideas.
KRAUSE JEWELLERS 3001 - 31st Street, Vernon • 250-542-1911
Pippa & Linda Professional photos provided by Brenda Hala’s Photography
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On the Cover of Business Women of the North Okanagan From Left to Right: Amy - Cherry Kiss Pin Up Photography Carol - Beauty Haven Monica - Helmut’s Sausage Jenny - Ohaira’s the Salon Consie - Ladies World Shell - Nucerity International Pippa - Designers Gallery
With over 22 years of design experience, Pippa, Linda and the team warmly welcome you to Designers Gallery. They are pleased to offer Canadian made solid wood furniture, sofa’s, loveseats & chairs, mattresses, office furniture, entertainment units, bedding & home accessories. Something to fit every budget. They also specialize in blinds & draperies offering exceptional discounts. They are a team who enjoy their work and pride themselves in customer service, with happy clients throughout the valley. Come in and see their lovely showroom or book a free in-home consultation that includes professional interior design advice and plenty of samples to choose from right in the comfort of your own home. Have a look at their informative website www.designersgallerycanada. com or visit them on facebook. They are active women who enjoy the Okanagan lifestyle. Supporting the NOCLS Charity events each year keeps Pippa very busy. She has been the highest fundraiser since 1999. She is also a member of Kalamalka Rotary and a director of the Vernon Community Foundation.
Designers Gallery
#304 2520 53rd Ave Vernon, B.C. • 250-542-5955 • www.designersgallerycanada.com
Sareena Nickoli
Rhoda Chapman
Sareena has been a part of the family business for 13 years. She looks after the Purchasing for City Furniture & Appliances and travels worldwide to bring Vernon the hottest trends in home furnishings! Sareena is the voice behind the radio ads and also looks after the Advertising/ Marketing, as well as Commercial Sales.
Rhoda Chapman established her Notary Public office in Vernon in 1989. She specializes in real estate transactions, mortgages, powers of attorney and notarial services. Rhoda provides clients with friendly, prompt and professional service. She insists on taking the time to explain the legal process to clients and is there for them every step of the way.
When she’s not working, you’ll find her running her 2nd business – ZUMBA® with SAREENA! She has been teaching fitness for 15 years, and teaches ZUMBA® Fitness classes out of City Dance Studio 3 times a week. To date she has managed to raise $35,000 through ZUMBA fundraisers for VJH and Habitat for Humanity. And because this doesn’t keep her busy enough, she also teaches a Real Ryde Bike class at Excel Fitness.
Rhoda would like to welcome Jaylene as a friendly and welcome addition to her office. Rhoda and her husband, Glenn, are very proud of their two sons, Justin and Lucas. Rhoda loves camping, boating, gardening, and watching her sons play a variety of sports. Rhoda is honoured to be a member of the Society of Notaries Public of B.C. A trusted tradition.
Rhoda Chapman Notary Public Suite F, 3105 - 31st Avenue 250-545-5353 rchapmannotary@telus.net
250-549-3121
5401 Anderson Way, Vernon www.cityfurniturevernon.com
Running two businesses is not possible without a great team. She is so thankful for her City Furniture team (including her husband of almost 13 years, sister, and brother-in-law) that works hard to keep the business going. Check out her facebook pages – City Furniture Vernon, and ZUMBA with SAREENA! She looks forward to helping you buy, as well as helping you sweat!
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Betty Gallant Mortgage Specialist I Love my Job! I love the fact I have been able to help out many families, buying a home, refinancing or renovating, even building a new home. I have been employed with RBC for 30 plus years and with the assistance of amazing colleagues we have helped our clients with their whole financial picture. The best advice, a strong commitment and superior service. One in 4 Canadians have their mortgage with RBC, what are you waiting for – “Advice you can Bank on”.
Cell 250-308-9430 betty.gallant@rbc.com
Rosalie, Carol, Sue After 39 years, it is still enjoyable coming to work every day, working in a relaxed fun atmosphere, and pampering our many loyal customers. We offer hair styling for youth to seniors, specializing in razor cuts, natural curly hair, creative colouring and foils, wig sales and fittings. We are able to offer experienced fittings and cuts, on Men’s Wigs and Toupee’s in the comfort of a private room. Rosalie is still with us after 14 years. Sue for 8 years. Their clients always enjoy their pampering and fun nature. Many of their clients have been coming back for years. Sadly last year after 27 years working at Beauty Haven, Nadia has retired, we miss her but wish her all the best. Thanks to all for the great support over the years. We hope we can continue supplying our unique service to our many customers. New clients are always welcomed.
3403 30th Ave.,Vernon Family Hair Care & Wig Sales
250-542-4219
Judy Sennett, CFP Financial Planner Investment & Retirement Planning BMO Investments Inc.
BMO Bank of Montreal 32nd Street and 28th Avenue 2806 - 32nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5L7 Tel: 250-260-4812 Fax: 250-549-4010 judy.sennett@bmo.com
Address your
FINANCIAL CONCERNS and take control of your
FINANCES!
The roles played by women have changed dramatically over the years. Modern women now wear many hats, one of which is money manager. That’s true for women managing their personal finances or those overseeing their family’s finances. But managing finances can be intimidating for anyone, regardless of gender. Oftentimes, a careful assessment of your attitude toward money is a great way to make the process of managing your finances a lot less stressful. A great first step when
managing your finances is to identify any concerns you have about money. Being able to pinpoint the particulars will help you develop a plan of action. For example, if you want to invest in stocks but don’t know a bull from a bear market, acknowledging this shortcoming can help you learn the necessary facts to get started. Once such concerns have been addressed, you’re likely to feel more comfortable and confident about managing your money and can start taking steps to do just that.
★ CONSULT WITH AN ESTATE PLANNER
The earlier you start the better off you will be with regard to planning for the future. It is not an admission of weakness if you rely on the help of financial experts to guide you in the right direction.
★ GET TALKING ABOUT YOUR CONCERNS
Talk to other women in similar situations. You may find that you share the same concerns. Discussing common concerns or financial strategies can help you in your own endeavors.
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★ THINK POSITIVELY AND VALUE
YOUR STRENGTHS
Embracing your strengths, even if those strengths have little to do with money management, can help you gain control of your finances. Perhaps you are not a financial whiz but your networking skills have left you with a vast network of friends and family in various professions. You may be able to use those connections to gain access to experts in the financial field who can guide you through the questions you may have.
★ KNOW YOUR CURRENT
FINANCIAL STATUS
Feigning ignorance is not the way to get started. It is important to honestly assess your financial situation so you can effectively handle those finances going forward. Take stock of your income, expenditures and what you have in savings. Keep abreast of any changes in your accounts and stay current with business news and issues that may play a direct or indirect role on your finances.
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Shella Ledingham Shella Ledingham is the owner operator of this quaint ladies clothing store. Located in a charming heritage home on Pottery Road Only a few minutes drive from the downtown core, the store is filled with fashions like Sandwich, Animale, Sympli, Eric Alexandre, Tribal, Jag, Not Your Daughter Jeans, Pure sweaters and a great selection of jewelry by artist Karyn Chopik. Store hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 10:30 - 5. Drop in; have a coffee and biscotti while you enjoy a quiet non-pressured shopping experience.
476 Pottery Rd., Vernon, BC 250.558.5159 www.southofpine.com
Deb White & Sue Solymosi
★ CONTINUE WORKING,
EVEN IF IT’S ONLY PART-TIME
A study by the Women’s Institute For a Secure Retirement found that a college-educated 25-year-old female will earn $500,000 less than a male counterpart in a similar position over her lifetime because of sporadic employment associated with caring for family, including children and aging parents. That worries many young women who have previously thought about taking time off from work to raise families. Even if you may want to scale down your work schedule, you may not want to completely remove yourself from the workforce so you can remain in touch and current.
Val Trevis Val Trevis is the Office Manager for Nixon Wenger LLP, a full service law firm offering ... assistance with personal injury claims, real estate purchases, civil litigation, business law, wills and estate planning, labour and employment, family law, bankruptcy and insolvency and criminal law. Nixon Wenger has a compliment of 22 Lawyers and 60 support staff with the office being located in the heart of Downtown Vernon on 30th Avenue. Val has been with Nixon Wenger LLP since 2011 and is responsible for the firm operations, human resources & marketing and she is very proud to be working with the largest law firm in the North Okanagan. She is passionate for her business community and local economic development initiatives that promote sustainable growth and development for our region. Val is committed to a variety of organizations and she believes volunteerism within a community is one of the most important aspects of career development. Val is currently volunteering with the Funtastic Sports Society where she is responsible for coordinating all of the event volunteers, she is a founding director of the newly formed North Okanagan Sports Society and she continues to coach and paddle in the sport of Dragon Boating. Val is an accomplished public speaker and the years ahead will be busy for her as she continues to work toward her goal of obtaining her Bachelor of Business Administration.
#301, 2706 30th Avenue, Vernon www.nixonwenger.com
250-542-5353 • 1-800-243-5353
Introducing the First Lady of White House Mortgages; Deb White, and her Broker Assistant, Sue Solymosi. This team will help make your home purchase or refinance go as smooth as possible. If you have any mortgage questions, this is the team to ask. Combined, they have over 21 years of experience in mortgage brokering. White House Mortgages was opened in January 2005 and has now grown to house 20 brokers in 7 locations. Currently White House mortgages ranks #19 in Canada out of 173 offices with Dominion Lending Centres. White House Mortgages DLC, are strong community supporter’s. Both Deb and Sue are directors on the board for Vernon Winter Carnival while Deb is also a director with Funtastic and is the Vice President of the Mortgage brokers Association of BC. White House Mortgages has a broker on call evenings and weekends for your convenience. If you are looking to refinance or renew your existing mortgage, purchase your dream home, invest in a rental property or just have questions, Call Deb and Sue.
“You know how to spell white, we’re in the white pages”
WHITE HOUSE MORTGAGES Each office individually owned and operated.
NOW IN OUR NEW LOCATION
4012 27th St. Vernon, BC
250-545-2202 . . • whitehousemortgages com
debwhite ca
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Teresa Prince I have called the beautiful Okanagan Valley home for over 40 years. Although relatively new to the real estate industry, I am definitely no stranger to business and providing exceptional customer service, often going above and beyond to help my clients in their specific needs. As a member of the Vernon business community for over 25 years, I have contacts and extensive knowledge of this stunning valley, which is a valuable asset to anyone looking to buy or sell a home or property nearby. I chose One Percent because it is a business model that makes sense. 85% of people start their home search on the Internet these days. That said, with the right online presence and the right list price, a home will sell. It is simply not necessary to pay more.
I MPROVE YOUR
250.938.1753
onepercentrealty.com Sell your home for only $6,900!
(Properties over $600,000 are 1% + $900)
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Chelsey Ingbrigtson WHO AM I? … I am an experienced/ passionate hairstylist who has travelled internationally for training and I strive for the best. I specialize in listening and creating what you want! Come see me at Evolve Studio Vernon and love your hair again!! I am a LIfe Coach! Does your life feel purposeful? How can you create better relationships? Let me assist you in finding your inner desires to sustain a fulfilling life. You can do it and I can help.
3911 - 31st Street, Vernon 250-938-4284
Dawn Stephanishin Mortgage Broker AMP If you were to ask Dawn what a Mortgage Broker does, the answer would be very simple – we provide Great People with Great Mortgage Products! As professionals, we are happy to explain all of the recent changes to Mortgage Rules in Canada and we are here to help you to make the best decision for Financing throughout the lifetime of your Mortgage. Mortgage Brokers have your best interest in mind and a duty to you as their clients, we will explain all the terms and conditions and make sure you are comfortable with a preferred financing solution and our services are free to clients as we are compensated by the Lender receiving the mortgage. Dawn’s office is among the top 20 Small Mortgage Broker Teams for Invis in Canada, and was the #1 Office for Invis in the Okanagan for 2013. It is truly a career that Dawn enjoys and is rewarded by the number of referrals she receives. We are grateful to all of our Business Partners and Clients who have entrusted us with their support for the last 11 years. It is a great pleasure to meet people from all over the world that choose to make Vernon their home! Dawn is proud to be a major sponsor of Wine Women & Woods 11th Annual Golf Tournament (Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – BC & Yukon), and our very own Invis Angels in the Night program. If you are looking for help with mortgage financing, put Dawn’s Exceptional Service, knowledge and expertise to work for you! Come and visit our office at 4705B – 29th Street, Vernon.
www.dawnstephanishin.com • Office: 250-503-8788 • *OAC / E& O. AMP-Accredited Mortgage Professional • www.invis.ca
Image
T
hough it’s unwise to judge a book by its cover, the image a business projects can make a big difference in how well it is received. Image is vital when it comes to the corporate world, and it behooves business owners to reflect on the message and image they hope to convey. Kristie Rimmele, a business consultant and the president of Branding on the Net, states that 75 percent of buying decisions are based on emotion. A stronger corporate brand image can boost stock prices, help a business be better received and offer a bigger return on advertising dollars. A study from the marketing and research firm Yankelovich Partners found that more than 50 percent of consumers have a more negative opinion about advertising than they did a few years ago, and they feel overwhelmed with marketing messages. Individuals tasked with creating a positive image for their company or promoting an image should keep such feedback in mind when assessing
their company’s image. Here are some ways to begin.
• Decide what needs to be changed. Feedback from
current customers can be a key way to learn which aspects of the business need to be changed. Don’t be afraid to ask for customer reviews and offer incentives to those who answer promptly and honestly. After gathering information, see if there is a common in the customer responses and analyze what can be done to turn things around if anything negative comes to the surface.
• Talk to employees.
Employees are in the trenches every day. They get first-hand information from customers and see the day-to-day operations of a business. Supervisors who are outside of the daily workings of the business may not realize which areas of a company’s image may need improvement. The physical look of the office, the way employees dress and operate and other factors may have a trickle-down effect on a business’ image.
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• Further develop your logo. A logo is
an important part of a business image. An attractive logo can attract new customers in a matter of seconds, so be thoughtful when designing your logo. If need be, hire a professional designer to help you use your logo to develop a solid brand image.
• Tell your story. The story of how a business came to be can set that business apart from its competitors. The relationship between a business and its customers is very often built on emotion, and gaining a loyal customer base may be as simple as sharing a compelling story as to how the business started. Consider hiring a public relations firm to help you analyze which parts of your business’ story are most worthy of highlighting.
may be hard for customers to digest. It’s better to gradually implement changes once you have identified which aspects of the business image can use an overhaul.
• Get involved. Businesses that take an
active role in the community may be better received
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than those that do not. Volunteering time or money at a town or city level can spread positive feelings about a business. Once a business image has been changed, it is important to be confident with the new persona and remain consistent, especially when the changes seem to be working for the better.
We Care offers home health care services in Vernon, Salmon Arm, Kamloops Cranbrook, and surrounding area communities. We offer services for all ages and health situations. Whether it’s an hour a week or 24/7 home support, we provide services to exceed your expectations. We Care Home Health Services is the only accredited agency in the North Okanagan and the 2012 recipient for Best Professional Service award from the Business Excellence Awards.
• Change gradually. Too
many changes all at once
VERNON
3907 - 27th Street 250-542-9717
SALMON ARM 810 - 10th Street SW 250-832-0393
KAMLOOPS
101 - 635 Victoria Street 250-851-2911
CRANBROOK
Unit 201, 13 -14th Ave S 250-426-9066
24 HOUR SERVICE • www.wecare.ca • Call for a free in-home needs assessment
Serving Vernon for 16 Years! Ladies World has so much to offer you. We have a bright clean facility with a variety of equipment, 60 classes a week, and outstanding Personal Trainers. Our certified Personal Trainers have your best interests in mind. With each and every client they take the time to learn what motivates you to do your best. They come up with effective, functional programs that are customized to help you build a happy healthy body. Yesterday you said tomorrow, so come check us out today. FINALIST
2013
Front row left to right: Kristi Tanasichuk, Melissa Pittman, Dani Hauptman. Back row left to right: Consie Severson, Carly Major, Jen Marsh, Lisa Beckner, Denise Hayhurst, Ann Caron, Jenna Bestard.
4406 - 27th Street, Vernon • FREE PARKING • 250-503-2363 • www.ladiesworld.ca
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Need a Hand With Your
Tracy Danbrook Raised in the Okanagan and living in Vernon for the past 20 years, Tracy is proud to be able to call this area home. When her boys Levi and Caden were just 1 and 3, she became a licensed REALTOR®. Since then, she has enjoyed helping others make the Okanagan their home as well. She loves helping her clients find just the right property and her service doesn’t end there. Selling real estate is Tracy’s passion and she won’t be happy until her clients are happy. If you are thinking of a move and not sure where to start, give Tracy a call, you will feel comfortable with her “No pressure, treat people how I would like to be treated” attitude.
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The process of finding a new job has changed dramatically over the last decade-plus. Whereas professionals once printed their resumes and mailed them to hiring managers in response to job postings, nowadays resumes and cover letters are largely uploaded via the Internet or emailed directly to a company’s human resources department.
250.260.0453 Vernon tdanbrook@gmail.com
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A strong cover letter may not guarantee you land a good job, but a poor cover letter may guarantee you won’t. On its own, an effective cover letter can catch the eye of hiring managers tasked with finding worthy candidates among stacks of applications, while a poor cover letter may ensure hiring managers never even glance at an applicant’s resume. An effective cover letter can go a long way toward making a strong first impression on a
Left to right: Wendy Elrick, Secretary; Barb Silvester, Director; Johanna Burko, Director; Sue Beaudry, Vice President; Shirley Higgins, President; Krista Harris, Past President; Sherry Lukey, Treasurer and Colleen Barker, Director. OUR MISSION STATEMENT: “Vernon Women in Business offers networking opportunities that inspire, educate and motivate women to be the best they can be”. We meet the second Wednesday of each month at the Prestige Inn. For information www.vwib.com.
prospective employer. When responding to a job posting that listed a specific contact, address your cover letter to that person rather than beginning the letter with, “Dear Sir or Madam” or “To Whom It May Concern.” This is your opportunity to show how your work history makes you a qualified candidate for a specific position. Remember to be concise but relate a specific example that illustrates how your work history would help you thrive in the position for which you’re applying. An effective cover letter should help you stand out among your fellow applicants, and expressing some knowledge about the organization can do just that. The goal here is to illustrate how you and the organization are a good fit, so you don’t need to go overboard or be too specific.
Lana Robertson c.d.c. I AM BACK! I am pleased to announce that I am available in Vernon for all of my past, present and new clients! For those of you who are not familiar with what I do, I have over 10 years experience specializing in: • New Home Construction
• Space Planning
• Window Coverings
• Colour Consulting
• Lighting and Furniture Layouts
• Decorating
AWARD WINNER
250.826.0751 • intrigueinterior@gmail.com • www.intrigueinteriors.com
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Tailoring a resume to a specific job or employer is one way individuals can stand out among fellow job seekers. Resumes themselves have changed as well, and professionals looking for a new job might want to tweak their existing resumes in the following ways to increase their chances of finding a new job.
Show accomplishments rather than responsibilities. Many hiring managers are experienced enough to know the responsibilities of a certain job title. So instead of listing your responsibilities as a Regional Sales Manager, list what you accomplished during your time in that position. Be as specific as possible, listing any sales goals you exceeded and awards you might have won. Your achievements are what set you apart from other candidates with similar work histories, so use your resume to highlight those achievements instead of listing your responsibilities.
Keep things brief.
Your resume should highlight those accomplishments and that should be enough to secure an interview. When you get that interview, that’s when you can go into greater detail. But try to
keep your resume to one or two pages.
Remove older positions.
Older positions, such as a long-ago college internship, have no place on a seasoned professional’s resume. On a similar note, if you have long since changed careers, you may not need to include much about your previous positions in another field, especially if your work experience in your new field is extensive. Hiring managers likely won’t be interested in a past work history if it’s irrelevant to your current field.
Many professionals are hesitant to upload their resumes to a business networking site, out of fear that their current employers will feel they are looking for a new job. But so many professionals are now members of such sites that it’s no longer associated with a job search as much as it is an easy way to keep in touch with professional contacts.
Consider a new format.
Few job postings request applicants to send in their resumes via mail, so unlike the days of old, you probably won’t be printing your resume and mailing it to prospective employers. Consider uploading your resume as a PDF or as plain text, as such formats are less likely to become scrambled during when they are uploaded or downloaded.
professional networking site.
Upload your resume to a
Yvonne Voormer and Airl Hickling are the mother/daughter Duo who are the new owners of Crush Bistro. They took over in November of 2013 and have been busy expanding their knowledge of gourmet foods and Wines of the Okanagan. What makes them unique and stand out? Their Wine Educational evenings of course! It combines their two loves: Food and Wine. The Evening itself is such a fun atmosphere filled with joy, laughter, wine and amazing food. Check out our websiste (crushbistro.com) to see our next up and coming wine educational. Come celebrate a birthday, ladies night out, or any other occasion.
3024 - 30th Avenue, Vernon • 250-549-4438
The Angels at Bra Heaven Love What They Do! Huge Selection of Quality Bras Shapewear Mastectomy Bras and Forms Briefs and Underthings Certified fitters • Pharmacare approved
Lynn, Nola, Sam
Unit #117, 5100 Anderson Way - Next to the Casino www.braheaven.ca • 250-545-9806
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Colleen & Isabelle Clack After 12 years Coldstream Video & Water Outlet still provides Vernon/Coldstream with quality products, great deals and friendly staff that are always here to help. A special thank you to all our long time customers and new ones too, without your support over the years we wouldn’t be here! So thank you. Dont miss out on our daily specials and $25.00 weekly facebook giveaway. We can order your favorite film or provide you with the best hydration. See you all soon.
COLDSTREAM VIDEO & WATER OUTLET
(250) 545-2522 100 Kalamalka Lake Rd Vernon, BC, V1T9G1
Jacquie Both Fabricland has been a thriving business in Vernon for over 30 years. The store offers a complete line of fabrics and notions for quilting, fashion and home decorating, as well as a large selection of ready-made drapery panels and hardware and new in the last year is a large selection of yarn and implements. Jacquie along with her husband Brent decided to move back to Vernon after 10 years working in Calgary and purchased both the Vernon and Penticton Fabricland franchises in 2011. Jacquie and Brent have three children; Owen (7), Aubrey (6) and Heather (18mo). As a family they enjoy all things the Okanagan has to offer. Jacquie would like to thank both her wonderful staff and customers for all their continued support and she looks forward to many years to come in the fabric business.
5509 - 24th Street, Vernon www.fabricland.ca
250-542-0338
an Armstrong girl CARA BRADY Morning Star Staff
Patti Noonan has always been proud to say she’s a B.C. girl and even prouder to be an Armstrong girl. She and her husband, Barry, have lived in Armstrong for 16 years and will definitely retire there. “When we moved here I wanted to volunteer and meet people so I started to come into the chamber office and it kind of grew on me. I liked it so much that I was thrilled when the job came up,” she said. “Every day is different. What I like best is meeting the people, the business people, the people who are visiting, the local people. It’s always interesting to talk to people who are thinking of relocating here, young families or people retiring or people wanting to live in a good community where they can start a business or work from home. It’s amazing the people in the area who are now able to work anywhere in the world, either by being online or going somewhere else for part of the time. “Two weeks ago we had eight enquiries about relocation in five days. It gives you a feeling of gratitude when you can tell people all the great things about where you live.” With more people choosing to call Armstrong and Spallumcheen home, the community becomes more attractive all the time. “We’re not a sleepy little rural town. We have a vibrant community with local businesses of all kinds, artists, local foods and a huge vol-
unteer base. There is a good spirit of entrepreneurship,” she said, citing businesses that might not be expected in a smaller city, like Pleasant Valley Quilting, Chocaliro and Sea Stars Kids Boutique. She noted that while all members of the business community are supportive of each other, there seems to be particular support for women with successful women in banking, real estate and as independent business owners. Noonan also likes the opportunity to meet people from chambers of commerce around the province and find out how they serve their communities. “They’re quite different. Some places have no visitors’ centres and don’t sponsor any events like we do and others do much the same things we do with a lot of events and community involvement for everyone,” she said. It was interesting to look back at the area’s history for the centennial celebrations last year. “I think that in the past 100 years, the sense of community has stayed the same and has probably even grown stronger. But people are looking forward to the future, to find ways that we can have a community where it is viable for families to live and work without losing what we have. We see an increasing need for care options for seniors and for day care for children. We want to make sure our growth is balanced with something for people of all
Crystal Sturgeon and Laurie Bailer Crystal is a very successful and inspired Interior Designer who has a passion for kitchen and bath cabinetry. Crystal is a long term resident of Vernon and obtained her Bachelor of Interior Design in Calgary and apprenticed in Calgary as well as in Vancouver. She loved the Okanagan so much that she decided to return from the big cities, bringing with her invaluable experience, insights and energy. Crystal launched CK Design in Vernon in 2005 and has been enjoying designing unique and personalized kitchens and bathrooms since. Laurie is the Design Co-ordinator at CK Design. She loves working with people and assisting with co-ordinating cabinetry colors, schemes and accessories. Laurie also co-ordinates appointments for clients with Crystal as well as organizes the flow from
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initial meetings with Crystal to final installation of kitchens and bathrooms with installers. Our goal is to provide each and every customer with professional and personal, one-on-one, service. CK Design is a dealer for two well established Canadian custom cabinet companies: Montalco Cabinets Ltd. and Columbia Cabinets. The workmanship, quality and value of these cabinets are second to none and provide a product that we are proud to represent and offer to CK Design clients in the Okanagan area. CK Design houses it’s own installation team that provides quality and professional installation service to each and every CK Design client.
4708 - 34 th Street, Vernon • 250.309.7280 • crystalkleardesign@telus.net Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry
ages. A good thing that is happening is that with people revitalizing the older building downtown, they are often putting in attractive living space above business locations which many people want.” The official community plan provides for growth while keeping the area’s heritage feel. There are also plans for green trails to link everywhere eventually. Planning is particularly important as the town cannot outgrow its five-square-kilometre footprint. “I love the trails, especially in the spring time. You can walk and meet neighbours and chat. I love my office because I can walk to the post office and talk to everyone and when people pass by the office window they can wave and I can wave back,” said Noonan. “We like to showcase our community through seasonal events. Right now, we’re working on Funtastic and Canada Day. Of course, we love IPE and hope that people who come for that will come back and see what we have to offer for the rest of the year.” Chamber-sponsored events include Pumpkin Light-Up, Christmas festivities and the new Cheese Festival set to take place Nov. 8. Noonan does a lot of work on promotional materials, brochures and maps and is active on social media, something she admits she had to learn although it’s lots of fun for her now. “I love meeting so many people, in person and online and especially hearing back from people that they think they’ve made the right decision to move here. It’s a great community that pulls together when there’s a need,” she said. “I could never do this without the support of the board of directors,
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Lisa Salt
orn and raised in Vernon, Lisa returned in 1993 with a Bachelor of Commerce and a burning desire to succeed in the real estate industry. Lisa has built a cutting edge, technologically advanced team whose innovative marketing and top producing results have made the difference for many home sellers and buyers. Lisa and her husband/partner Gord Fowler of Calgary real estate fame have built their team on the core values of integrity, hard work and straight shooting (both in real estate and in clay targets!), which is evidenced by their longevity in the business and their long list of happy clients. To experience the quality service and expertise they are well known for, call the Salt Fowler Team and “JUST ADD SALT®” VERNON
250-549-7258
www.SaltFowler.com
Dionne Loewen Finance Manager
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Dionne grew up with a family in the automotive business and started her own career on the Lower Mainland in 2001. She went from sales to finance in 2007, and after 3 years of being a stay-at-home mom to her son Daniel, she joined the team at Vernon Kia as the Financial Services Manager. She joined Kia because of their excellent reputation for both performance and value, and the way Kia has quickly established itself as a top international auto company in a short time period.
Patti Noonan, executive director of the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce, checks out the new brochure. The painting on the wall behind her is by local artist Jamie Frazer. staff, volunteers, businesses and local people. I think I’m pretty lucky to have this job. I feel good when I go home after a good day’s work.” When Noonan is not busy with chamber and other local events, she can be found at home relaxing with cooking, in her garden or researching family history. She’ll have a busy summer with both her daughters getting married this year.
Dionne specializes in the sub-prime auto finance market. She enjoys helping credit challenged families who have suffered financial hardships and set-backs due to the recent economy . “ I advocate for the consumer and present a personalized case to the lenders on an individual basis. I promote everyone’s personal story and circumstances beyond the conventional and rigid credit application process. I believe that in our country, everyone deserves to have access to safe, reliable transportation, regardless of credit history”. Dionne’s passions are her son Daniel, fitness, snowboarding, travel and enjoying the local arts & music scene. She has also just recently developed a love for golf & mixed slow pitch.
250-545-7281
www.vernonkia.ca
Monica West The thought of locally made European specialty deli sausages is enough to make your mouth water. This is exactly the intent of Monica and third generation sausage maker, Helmut West, the owner/operator duo of Helmut’s Sausage Kitchen. They celebrated their 13th anniversary of the business on April 9, 2014. Monica and Helmut and their 40 employees pride themselves on their nonallergen, gluten free & local procured choices & one-on-one customer service, cleanliness, and the care taken in making a top-quality products which a diversity of customers will enjoy. We have a wide range of fresh never frozen meats including reserve Angus beef (only the top 8% of Angus cattle meet the standard) that is hand selected. We also carry free run non-medicated chicken, shish kabobs, fresh pork chops and a great selection of cheeses, deli items & now we even make donairs! All of our meats are gluten free. Enjoy a variety of new homemade lunch like hot panini sandwiches, homemade soups, salads & come enjoy a hot overstuffed breakfast sandwich. Ask about our punch cards which give you a free lunch after you’ve purchased 10. Monica and Helmut have 2 daughters, Mercedes is 8 1/2 years old & Kenidy is 6 1/2 years old, and a son Owen who is 4 1/2 years old.
THEY ARE ALSO VERY PROUD TO CELEBRATE THE 2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR 2ND LOCATION IN KELOWNA JUNE 1ST! NO GMO EUROPEAN GROCERIES • GLUTEN FREE
We are open 7 days a week! 2103 48 Ave, Vernon
250-260-3281
Quality European Sausage & Smoked Meats
Now Available - Antibiotic Free Sausage & Chicken Certified Organic & Low Sodium Meats. All made on-site!
105 1675 Commerce Ave, Kelowna
250-861-3281
Supporting local farmers for over 40 years!
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Cyenthia Cyenthia decided it was time for a new beginning. She moved her salon, Styles on Mane, which has been operating in the downtown core since 1995, to a cozy studio in her home. She is still passionate about her craft and enjoys the one-on-one with her clients but Cyenthia is beginning to slow things down so she may enjoy the finer things in life. She has been blessed with grandchildren and would like to spend more time with them. Having less responsibility with not having a staff, she would like to travel a bit more. One thing that hasn’t changed at Styles on Mane, a coffee and a smile is always available. Cyenthia has been a stylist for over 30 years. She invites you to a new hair experience and looks forward to seeing you soon.
Styles on Mane Hair Studio
250-545-5307 • 7600 Cunliffe Road in Coldstream
Sally Benson I went to Jazzercise class for the first time in 2009. After only attending 15 classes, I knew I had found my calling. I had worked in the fitness industry for a few years back in Calgary, but Jazzercise was by far the most fun and a way more effective workout. I became certified in 2010 and taught as an associate for 3.5 years in Grand Forks. I had more to give, so my family and I moved to Vernon last August and I opened my own studio last November! Jazzercise combines dance aerobics, jazz dance, yoga, Pilates, kickboxing, and strength training all in a one hour class. All routines are choreographed to various music styles, a little something for everyone!
3704 - 32 Street, Vernon
250.558.9875
sallybenson_jazzercise@telus.net
Courtnie LaFontaine “I love coming to work every day” is a phrase spoke often at Square One Salon. From late night color corrections to customers running around the store with a full head of foils ... clothes shopping, or designer Rachelle Dixon running in and out of the salon with samples of new items to get opinions of customers in the chair ... the salon is always filled with smiles and laughter. For over 10 years, Courtnie has been doing hair and loves it. She still finds that she has a passion for her job and is a certified Redken color expert specializing in color corrections, blondes and structured cuts for the entire family. Consulting with every customer before starting a new style or color is just part of her process. She feels it is very important to keep clients in a style and cut they can maintain at home, while keeping healthy and beautiful hair. At Square One they carry a wide range of Redken products in-store to help with maintenance in between salon visits. It is a priority here at SQUARE ONE SALON to keep affordable pricing on both services and products. So no matter what state your hair is in when you sit in a chair ... Courtnie guarantees you’ll leave with a healthier head of hair and more beautiful you! For appointments, consults, product and more, call Courtnie on her cell at 778-212-8075 or at the store 250-549-3164.
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GET ED in a crowded IC NOTFinding a new job is online job postings provide
never an easy task. That task grew even more difficult over the last half decade, when a struggling economy forced many companies to lay off workers and institute hiring freezes.
Standing out in a crowded job market has always been tough, but many professionals find it even more difficult to get noticed now, when many companies request prospective employees apply for job postings via the Internet. That process can be frustrating, as even the most qualified applicants can easily get lost among the myriad of workers all applying for the same position. Go the extra mile when sending your application. Many
a link or an email address where applicants can fill out an application or send their resumes. This is a necessary step, and applicants should follow the directions in the posting. But applicants who really want to get noticed can take the extra step of finding the contact information for the company’s hiring manager and sending their resume directly to that person’s email address. Include the title of the position you’re applying for in the subject line of your email, and cut and paste your cover letter into the body of the email. In addition to sending your email to the company’s hiring manager, consider CC’ing the person who might be your boss if you were to get the position.
Rachelle Dixon Locally made, quality, designer clothing at affordable prices! After celebrating 15 years of business it was time to take a look back to where my dream for Square One started. My dream of filling my store with all my own creations and share my love of fashion with the world. From a home based sewing business to my newest retail location, it has been quite a journey. The first downtown location was open four years when we found the level our own manufacturing growing so we needed more space. With the purchase of a commercial building, SQUARE ONE APPAREL & SALON moved across 30th Avenue and re-opened in our newest space December of 2011. With the addition of a fabulous hair salon right in the store, we now dress and style Vernon’s women from head to toe. My new 2014 spring/summer women’s collection is in full production. Being made right here in our store, there is new items hitting the floor daily. As well as shipping out to almost 20 other retail locations around BC, Alberta, and North West. From a full line of athletic/yoga and dance apparel to a wide range of women‘s fashions, including accessories, bags, jewellery and scarves, we are a full service fashion outlet with new collections each season including VERNON’S BEST SELECTION OF LADIES JEANS! The team and I here at Square One are consistently bringing a little much needed style and flare to downtown. With the difficult times many of us have seen here locally for the last few years a lot has changed, but one thing remains the same … We all still have to get dressed every day. So here at Square One we got ya covered! As time has evolved so has the fashion needs of our customers. So as a designer I just simply start with beautiful basic’s … Shall we say! “TAKING IT BACK TO SQUARE ONE” What I love to create and wear myself, comfortable, affordable fashions that I can wear in every aspect of my life. So don’t forget to stop every now and again, and take some time to look and feel beautiful. Because after all…life is like a fashion show, so make sure every step you take, is with your best dressed self forward!”
3022 - 30th Avenue Vernon • www.squareoneapparel.com • 250-549-3164
Tighten things up. Your resume should reflect your work experience, but you want to focus primarily on the experience and skills that are relevant to the position. You can list past positions or internships you’ve had, but keep the synopsis of those positions brief if they bear little relevance to the position for which you’re applying. Make your resume downloadfriendly. Applying for positions but getting little response despite your qualifications? Chances are your resume might not be download-friendly. Bullet points and boxes might look good to you, but if the hiring manager on the receiving end of your resume does not have the same version of the program you’re using, that resume might look like a scrambled mess by the time the it’s downloaded. A PDF, for example, is a format that’s easy to download and unlikely to scramble. Beware of hyperlinks. Adding hyperlinks to a resume can be hit or miss. When it’s a hit, a hiring manager can click on a link in your resume and be taken directly to samples of your work. However, if you’re asked to submit your resume via an online application instead of sending it directly to a hiring manager’s email address, then those same hyperlinks might be
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Employ a few tricks of the trade to stand out!
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Ziba Lor & Julia Scott-Kennedy Ziba and Fareed Lor along with Julia ScottKennedy are pleased to announce their new and much enlarged store is now open at
relegating your application to the trash bin before it’s ever seen. That’s because the database may be programmed to associate any documents with hyperlinks as spam, in which case the hiring manager will never see your application or resume. Hyperlinks can be useful and help you stand out, but only when they’re employed under the right circumstances. Include social media profiles. More and more companies want employees who are familiar with social media, which can work to an applicants’ advantage or prove detrimental. If you have been responsible regarding your use of social media, conducting yourself in a professional matter and even benefiting your existing employer, by all means share these profiles with potential employers. But if you have traditionally used social media purely as a social tool and not in a professional manner, then it bears little relevance to your job search and likely won’t help you stand out for the right reasons.
“Success is a science. If you have the conditions, you get the results.”
3021-30th Ave. Along with a large showroom, enhanced displays, larger goldsmithing, jewellery design and watch repair areas, there is now a new service available. Ziba is now a GIA Graduate Gemologist. After three years of intensive study, she received her degree from the Gemological Institute of America. Appraisals of your fine jewellery for insurance, estate and personal use will be done on premise in her new Gemological Lab. They look forward to serving you in their new and enlarged location.
3021 30th Ave. Downtown Vernon
250-545-7997
Bonnie Leibel Lavington Turf Farm is Celebrating 25 years in Business!! Just East of Vernon you will find the best turf in the Okanagan. Bonnie Leibel is an owner in Lavington Turf Farms. Spending the last 25 years in the retail and home development industry you may recognize Bonnie from previous businesses at Andrew Sheret and Coldstream Building Supplies. It was there that she built trusted business relationships serving the retail industry with a smile and great customer service. In 2005 Bonnie, with her husband Ben, purchased Lavington Turf Farms Ltd partnering up with Craig Shore. Since 1989 Lavington Turf Farms has been providing the highest quality sod and customer service to the Okanagan/Shuswap Area . Their #1 Kentucky Bluegrass is engineered for the Okanagan’s unique climate, resulting in a dense sod which is rich in texture, color and durability. It is drought and disease resistant, shade tolerant and a perfect play space for children and pets. If you are looking for a beautiful yard or just want to stop in to see the farm, give Bonnie a call or visit their website. Lavington Turf is open Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm and Sat 8am-Noon.
5770 Petworth Rd, Lavington (Between Vernon & Lumby) www.lavingtonturf.com lavingtonturffarms@shaw.ca EXPERT ADVICE • QUALITY PRODUCT • IMPECCABLE SERVICE
250-549-2967 • 1-800-453-TURF (8873)
Chi Solutions feng shui foundations www.chisolutions.ca 250.307.2555
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Samantha Plovie is a Feng Shui Consultant who will help you achieve a more successful life! Samantha Plovie
Chi Solutions consults on personal homes, individual businesses & large corporations.
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Bev Sheldon This is my 20th year in my current career. The personal growth, fun, travel, and satisfaction that I have experienced during those years has been absolutely fantastic! I love working with my clients as well as my team, which is expanding throughout the Okanagan as well as Alberta, to help change their lives. Mike and I have been married for 38 years and it has been an ever changing adventure. We have a growing family which includes our three beautiful grandsons. The flexibility I have to spend time as I choose and, in particular, with them is “priceless”. I have to say these are some of the most exciting and rewarding years of my life!
3704 - 32nd Street, Vernon 250-503-1337
Leanne Topham Celebrating 26 years of solving the learning riddle. Since 1989, Potentials Learning Centre for Vernon and area has been helping students solve that riddle successfully. Students who are years behind in reading, math, and/or spelling catch up and go on to excel at school. This unique program, directed by Ms. Leanne Topham, a specialized learning therapist, has helped students who have suspected or diagnosed learning disabilities (like dyslexia) to overcome their challenges. At Potentials Learning Centre, the biggest reward is to see a student finally ‘get it’, and see the difference that also makes in his or her confidence and self-esteem. Potentials is a one-on-one specialized tutoring program that uses a whole-brain approach to learning. It strengthens auditory, visual, and tactile perception, which actually helps develop the brain’s ability to learn.
POTENTIALS LEARNING CENTRE SUCCESSFUL. AFFORDABLE. FUN
Contact Leanne Topham at 250-545-7766 for more information, or visit www.okanaganpotentials.com
Shirley Zaworski It has been an amazing 17 years for me being the owner / operator of Lookin’ Sharp Hair Design. I truly love my job, one of the best parts is seeing my clients over the years and sharing our life stories. Some of my clients have been with me for many years and I consider them my friends. I have developed many special relationships. I believe my salon offers a personal touch at affordable prices for the whole family. My services include cuts, colour and perms. Lookin’ Sharp is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm. It is air conditioned with lots of free parking. Please call 250-542-6100 to book your next appointment. New clients are always welcomed.
5487 Okanagan Landing Road 250-542-6100
The CARA BRADY Morning Star Staff
The Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre may not have a resident ghost but it does have a secret. The large, decorative light in the foyer is known as the ‘no gossip zone’ because it echoes back what is said below it. So patrons are reminded not to share secrets there as they enjoy refreshments at intermission. Pamela Burns Resch, executive director of the centre, and Erin Kennedy, artistic director, are hard at work planning which performances will take place in the coming season. The delightful, eclectic mix presented at the theatre happens in three ways. “We go to shows, connect with community festivals and events and develop relationships with companies working in various disciplines. Sometimes we work with other communities to create tours. For example, we’re now working with organizations in Vancouver and Victoria with a group, Compagnie Kafig, which has a French choreographer and Brazilian dancers, to have them come here,” said Kennedy. “I stay connected locally to see who in our community would connect with which shows and to bring something for niche demographics as well, maybe a little something that will stretch people’s boundaries. I follow up every suggestion but things can’t always work out to come here.” The centre is also available for rentals to touring and local groups. “That brings another flavour and texture to what we offer and we often get very good shows, things we might not get otherwise, that way. The touring artists tell us they like the theatre and find the audiences really warm and appreciative,” said Burns Resch. The other component in making the theatre attractive and accessible to everyone in the community is the youth performances. “It gives young people a chance to do their best in a professional theatre setting. We always have some shows that will appeal to youth so that they can see a professional show onstage and often have a chance to go backstage and meet and talk to the actors and crew,” said Kennedy. “I’ve been involved in theatre and the performing arts pretty
Performances
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well all my life, lighting, set design, stage management and technical direction at a time when there were not many women in technical direction. I love this job, how I’m always learning.” She is also technical director for the centre, which means she makes sure everything gets done backstage so the show goes on onstage. With some shows bringing as many as 15 of their own crew members and others needing all the technical work done by the centre, she’s always busy. Burns Resch has a visual arts background. She owned an art gallery in Winnipeg and is former executive director of the Vernon Public Art Gallery. and has been at the Performing Arts Centre since 2009. “We are always looking for more ways that the centre can be part of the community,” she said. “We could accommodate more rentals and off-season activities. We are planning youth spring break and summer theatre camps.” The centre has to take some down time for maintenance but there are always new things happening. The On Stage concert series had a cabaret setting on the stage for an intimate performance for 110 patrons. Morning Melodies is a series of chamber music concerts for people who don’t like to go out at night and has been well attended. Pizza Parties let high school age youth eat, watch a show, and then ask questions of the actors. Other series featuring a variety of performances let people see their favourites while sampling something unfamiliar. Kennedy likes the shows that bring children, parents and grandparents all out together. “It’s important for children to be exposed to the arts when they are young. When we look back in history, we see that it is the arts that tell the stories of civilizations. I love seeing children at a live performance. We had the national puppeteer of Iceland, who let the children pet the puppets afterwards and created a real connection with them. With a live performance, you know that it will never happen again in exactly the same way. Even if something goes wrong there is a connect with the artists and the show goes on.”
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Karen Kane Office Administrator
Karen has lived in Vernon for 35 years. She is currently the office administrator for Vernon Kia, making sure things run smoothly and efficiently Karen is the first person you see when you walk into Vernon Kia, greeting visitors with a smile and great customer service! She makes sure that all your Kia needs are looked after. As a newcomer to the automotive industry, Karen’s excited to be working with a young and energetic group of people in a fun and energetic atmosphere. When she’s not at work, Karen is caring for her three teenage boys and enjoying all the activities that the sunny Okanagan has to offer.
250-545-7281
www.vernonkia.ca CARA BRADY
Pamela Burns Resch, right, Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre executive director, and Erin Kennedy, artistic director, at the loading dock at the back of the building with posters of all the performances at the centre over the past 13 years. two automated external defibrillators available for emergency use. The centre, which has several full-time and part-time staff members, relies on volunteers for many functions like ushering, at the bar and coat check, wardrobe, technical and set support and loading and unloading. The Coat Check gallery features work by local visual artists. Volunteers are always welcome. The centre also runs Ticketseller to sell tickets for events at other community venues. The Birthday Bash, to celebrate 13 years, takes place Sept. 28 with Barney Bentall, Jim Byrnes and John Mann in concert.
With a 3800 sq ft showroom featuring displays of indoor and outdoor products, including natural and manufactured stone. We have the right stone for your home and we can help you complete your indoor or outdoor fireplace project from start to finish. Your outdoor space is not complete without a Pergola. We can custom design for any space. Making another room outdoors, or simply covering your outdoor kitchen space. With our complete line of freestanding and built in grills, from beer dispensors to pizza ovens we can make your outdoor kitchen spectacular. With 30 years of customer service my passion is my job and I will go the extra mile to get the job done. In my spare time I love a quick motorcycle trip, fishing and spending time with my two girls, and watching my sons lacrosse games.
778-475-6177 4406 29 th St. Vernon, BC www.stonecastimpressions.com
“A Professional Travel Agent isn’t a Luxury, it’s Simply Good Business” “ TRAVEL GLOBALLY, DEAL LOCALLY “ with MARLIN TRAVEL. Shown here are 12 great reasons why you should deal locally, with trained and experienced travel professionals. MARLIN TRAVEL is the longest established travel agency in Vernon, proudly celebrating 30+ years in business. We employ specialists in corporate travel, destination wedding and honeymoon’s, cruises, groups, adventure travel and so much more plus we are a proud sponsor of Air Miles. Thank you to our valued clients for their continued support, WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS. Back row L to R: Claudia, Alison (Owner), Vicki (Owner), Shanon, Lois, Rene, Consuelo, Deanne Seated L to R: Katy, Ziza, Maria, Colette
3005 - 30 Avenue, Vernon www.marlintravel.ca
250-542-5371
BC Reg #3646-6
The live performances mean everything to Burns Resch. “It’s being in the same room with the performer onstage. Experiencing the performers’ vision with them creates a community. We love to see the excitement and energy from the audience after a show,” she said. “I’m really heartened to see more post-secondary programs in arts and culture management to help keep the arts as a vibrant part of communities around the province.” The centre has made several capital improvements over the past year with upgrading the sound system, installing an infrared camera on stage and TV monitors for communication and safety. There are also
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Caroline Radics, CHS
Suite 200 - 3006 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon (across from the Vernon Museum & Archives)
250-308-7253 • 1-877-244-0255 cradics@sterlingmutuals.com *Mutual Funds available through Sterling Mutuals Inc. Insurance products provided by Caroline Radics, CHS.
Debbie Steenkamp Debbie is an experienced professional realtor with Sutton Group Lakefront Realty! Sutton is a community oriented office with a refreshing ‘work together’ kind of attitude! In today’s complicated real estate world, experience speaks volumes, especially when you can pay it forward to help out a fellow realtor! After 21 years in the business Debbie still finds it challenging and enjoys the hard work involved to find the buyer The One, or to help a seller move forward by putting up that Sold sign! “Thank you for all your referrals over the years!” Debbie enjoys short holidays and new adventures! In her down time you can find her with her partner Keith, on ocean fishing trips, making large family dinners (5 generations!) and spending time with their two labs! For all your real estate needs, Deal with Confidence … Deal with Debbie!
LAKEFRONT REALTY
250.549.3944 • 2749 - 30 Street, Vernon www.suttonlakefront.com
Part of the difficulty of balancing work and family life is that the challenge is ongoing. The threat of losing your work-life balance is never too far away, but there are steps men and women can take to regain that balance once it’s been lost.
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Start documenting your activities.
No one operates at 100 percent efficiency all the time, but balancing obligations at work with those at home is especially difficult when time is routinely lost to trivial matters or tasks at work that can be delegated to others. These time-consuming tasks have a tendency to add up, but professionals rarely take note of the smaller tasks or distractions that cost them time. Start documenting your activities on a daily basis, jotting down how each hour of your day is spent, both at home and at work.
Anna-Marie Carlyle
Dr. Trinity Smith (L) and Dr. Carey Keith (R) At Central Animal Hospital, we believe that in partnership with our clients we can both lengthen and improve the quality of our pet’s lives. Since purchasing Central Animal Hospital in 2009, Dr. Carey Keith and Dr. Trinity Smith have had a vision of providing compassionate and exceptional veterinary care to the Vernon area. Since taking ownership of the hospital, they are proud to have introduced (among other things) a complete digital dental x-ray system to improve the quality of care they are able to provide with their dental services. Together with their team, they would like to thank all of the clients (old and new!) for their continued support, and look forward to caring for their pets for many years to come. 2700 - 30th Avenue, Vernon (kitty corner to the Court House)
250-549-0402 www.centralanimalhospital.ca
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Caroline’s dedication to life, health, and wealth, as well as her charismatic personality help make her a preferred long-term professional for many.
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alancing work and family life is a major challenge for many professionals. Many established professionals find it stressful to juggle the demands of successful careers with the obligations they have to their families, and regaining that balance once it has been lost only adds to that stress.
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Committed to seeing families, businesses and individuals prosper, Caroline understands the importance of being an active part of the Vernon community. Over the past 16 years she’s enjoyed working on the boards of several organizations including the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce (Director since 2006), the Executive for Vernon Women in Business and the Executive of the Downtown Vernon Association. Caroline is also very involved with financial planning boards such as, Advocis (Vice President), and The Institute which promote professionalism in their industry.
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Anna-Marie Carlyle co-owns and operates Unique Garden Art & Gifts with her husband Daryl. Unique Garden Art & Gifts provides a variety of indoor and outdoor decor and gifts for your home and outdoor spaces. Unique Garden Art & Gifts opened in the spring of 2010 and after four years of growth we have had to expand our showroom to accommodate our growing product lines. We specialize in concrete statuary, bird baths, benches and planters, which are produced on site by Daryl. Daryl “Captures Nature” by creating one of a kind, hand sculpted, concrete art by utilizing live leaves in many of his pieces. Each individual piece is unique to itself because each live leaf can only be used once. To compliment Daryl`s unique concrete work we also carry a large selection of metal wall/fence art, light weight planters, decorative garden pieces, garden tools and an assortment of gift wear. Photo: Cierra Carlyle Photography
Anna-Marie invites all of her family, friends and clients to come and enjoy the friendly, helpful and customized service that Unique Garden Art & Gifts is known for.
778-475-5752
Unique Garden Art & Gifts
907 Kal Lake Road, Vernon www.vernongardenart.com
Do this for several weeks, after which time a pattern will likely develop, and you can see where you are wasting time and where you are being most efficient with your time. When you sit down to examine your notes, look for ways to free up time without sacrificing the quality of your work or the quality of time you spend with your family. Don’t be afraid to make changes.
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Don’t go it alone.
Teamwork is important at home and around the office and can help overburdened professionals regain their worklife balance. If you tend to go it alone in the office, reach out to your colleagues more often, seeking their help on projects and offering your help in return. This can drastically cut back on the hours you spend in the office, giving you more quality time at home. Assign tasks around the house so you aren’t doing chores during the time you do have at home. Split cooking duties with your spouse or even the kids if they’re old enough and delegate other household tasks as well. Such tasks can be tackled while you’re at work so the family can spend more time together each night and on weekends.
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In Greek mythology, Atlas was condemned to standing at the
edge of the Earth and holding the weight of Uranus on his shoulders. Many professionals can no doubt empathize with Atlas, even if taking such weight on their shoulders was selfinflicted. Regaining work-life balance may require taking some of that weight off of your shoulders by learning to respectfully decline extra projects around the office or in your personal life. You can still pitch in on special projects at work without spearheading them. Cutting back on your obligations is a great way to reduce stress and free up time to focus on the things that mean the most to you.
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If you have examined your daily activities and commitments but can’t seem to find any ways to regain your work-life balance, start looking for unique ways to make the time you spend at work and the time you spend at home more proportionate. Consider telecommuting one or two days per week to free up time to spend with your family. If moving is an option, consider moving closer to your office so you aren’t spending so much time commuting to and from work each day. Sometimes that balance requires a little creativity and some give-and-take with both your employer and your family.
Lezley Wright * 31 years of professional creation in hair artistry * Divinely inspired design in the endless expression of color * Peaceful tranquil atmosphere with stunning views of our Kalamalka Lake * And a very thankful heart for God accompanied with a passion for the gift of this moment, a reverance for life and the people in our community. In “hair heaven” at “Gods cottage” your appointment is always available
Miracles&Hair Design 693 Mt. Thor Drive • 250-545-6699 Living is Giving & Believing in Miracles!
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Patricia Neil Lawton
A Love Affair With Her Paint Brush Patricia Neil Lawton has been in love with image making since earliest memory….. A Life-time Affair. She began teaching fellow playmates at age eight and has been instructing drawing and painting, as well as painting continuously herself, through all the ensuing years….. Patricia spent many years teaching for The Vancouver School of Art (Emily Carr), Vancouver College, Bella Bella Secondary School, OUC, as well as traveling throughout the Province. For interested Art Lovers, whether they want to commission a painting or would like to take lessons, Patricia can be reached via Vernon Art Centre at 250-542-6243 or her Atelier at 250-545-6497. Her background in art began in Eaton’s Display Department where she designed window sho-cards and wrote the many verses for Eaton’s famous Christmas Display Windows. She moved on to a Women’s and Children’s Department Store on Granville street as Marketing Manager and drew all the Fashion Illustrations plus wrote the ad copy for this store as well as ‘free-lancing’ as illustrator for fourteen other fashion houses. Patricia taught the first “Fashion Illustration” courses for the Vancouver School of Art offered in that city. She was then hired by Pacific Press to work in the Art Department of the Vancouver Sun, then an ad to teach Art in the small Native community of Bella Bella (Waglisla) called to her and she and her husband moved north. The Lawtons moved to Vernon in 1984 and she was soon teaching courses in advertising and fashion illustration for OUC; plus fun drawing courses for Vernon’s Art Centre. From the beginning, Patricia has advocated “giving” to Vernon Jubilee Hospital, where she was instrumental in starting the major fundraiser to purchase our first CT Scanner and served on the Hospital Foundation Board for five years. She also donates her art to Hospice House and was on the board to raise the building funds for Vernon’s Women’s Transition House. Patricia is presently involved with Vernon’s Cancer Clinic, donating fifty original works towards raising $450,000 in an on-line Art Auction to raise funding for new Digital Mammography equipment. For the past twenty years she has served as primary judge for the Vernon District Art Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to the top graduating grade twelve Art Students of the North Okanagan. Patricia’s aim in life is to be a useful, serving citizen in her home town, a happy woman with her life’s companion, Peter, and their pet “Lacey”, a fine, polite dog who is the source of many hours of fun and laughter in the Lawton household. Patricia’s paintings are in corporate and private collections in the United Kingdom, Australia, Hong Kong, the U.S.A. Japan, South America, Mexico and Canada. Her works have been published by the prestigious San Diego watercolour Society, for their annual International Shows. Patricia is currently teaching watercolour classes at the Vernon Art Centre and also invites you to “Stop the Hands of Time” and book a private portrait session for you and your family (pets too!), for a timeless, priceless heirloom that will last forever.
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to Grow your Business Sarah McRae My husband William started Keshiki Gardening in the spring of 1981, I joined him shortly after. We had no idea of the great adventure that we had embarked upon. At that time there weren’t any cell phones, computers were a rarity, the biggest screen you could get for your t.v. was 21 inches to view both channels available and business was conducted with a hand shake! (btw no one had even heard of bottled water)!! We have seen many changes over thirty three years in business but the one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our customers. Whether it is grounds maintenance, irrigation services or snow removal we pride ourselves in keeping updated and educated so we can give our customers the best service possible. We find great joy in our work, our customers and our life in the Okanagan Valley. Many of our loyal customers have been with us from the beginning, I believe that says something about our work ethic. Besides work, I also have a great time at Zumba, enjoy a good book and most of all visits with our sons Jonathan and Christopher who are now off on their own adventures.
Phone: 250-545-8220 • Fax: 250-542-6264 Email: keshiki@shaw.ca
Dr. Shelby Entner Some new and exciting opportunities have happened this year for Dr. Shelby Entner! She is pleased to announce the opening of Vero Health Naturopathic Care, a vision she has created with her team of health care practitioners and staff to help meet the demand for natural medicine in the Okanagan. After over 13 years of clinical practice, Dr. Entner saw an opportunity to expand her services and has opened Vero Health in the same location of her last clinic, Okanagan Natural Medicine. Known for her easy going, realistic approach to treatment programs, her patients appreciate her ability to take complex information and explain it in a manner that is straight forward and relevant to understand. Dr. Entner is one of only a few physicians in BC who has been accredited by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine in bio-identical hormones. Her specialty and passion is to help women to make sense of their health and her clinical expertise is in all aspects of women’s health – from puberty to menopause. Her experience in women’s health has made her a sought after speaker and expert in many North American conferences, magazines and local events. Dr. Entner also enjoys a practice that helps men and women with digestive issues, skin concerns, autoimmune disease, cardiovascular disease, stress related illnesses, fertility, pediatrics and detoxification. Besides running a busy practice and trying to figure how to blog, Shelby also enjoys her family time with her husband Ryan, son Aidan (11) and daughter Senna (8). She is looking forward to lots of camping this summer and enjoying the Okanagan summer!
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etting a startup off the ground is a considerable and rewarding achievement. But once a business has achieved a certain level of success, business owners often find themselves wondering what to do next. Growing a business may not
prove as challenging as turning it from a startup into a successful enterprise, but business owners often agonize over the best way to grow their businesses. The following are a few ideas to grow your business so you can build on your initial success.
Roxanne Petruk, RMT Roxanne is dedicated to helping people live a life of vitality. In her massage therapy practise at Vero Health, she provides comprehensive massage care. She is excited about sharing her focused training in visceral manipulation and is passionate about helping her clients achieve their optimal health. Her education in visceral manipulation allows her to witness the bodies amazing ability to heal itself. Pregnancy, abdominal surgery, infection, injuries, and food sensitivities, can all affect the tissues surrounding our organs, leaving us with a variety of symptoms including acid reflux, bladder/ bowel dysfunction, bloating, and musculoskeletal pain that we wouldn’t commonly attribute to viscera. When not massaging, Roxanne enjoys hiking with her dogs, gardening, and time with her family.
Ashley Piderman, R. Ac. Vero Health is pleased to welcome Ashley to our team as a licensed acupuncturist. A graduate of the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson, BC, Ashley completed her degree as class valedictorian and brings to the Okanagan a passionate interest in helping patients with Traditional Chinese Medicine. With a special interest in digestive issues, autoimmune illness, mental/emotional issues as well as pain management, she is excited about establishing herself in the community and working with patients at Vero Health. Covered by many extended health plans, acupuncture can play a major role in helping people with both acute and chronic health concerns. In her down time, Ashley can be found curled up with a good book, drawing, playing guitar and going to comic book conventions and blogging about her adventures!
2915 - 28th Avenue, Vernon, BC • 778-475-4265 • www.verocare.ca
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Open a new location. Physical expansion is often the first idea that comes into business owners’ minds when they are thinking about how to grow their businesses. But before deciding to open a second location, consider consumer trends to determine if your company has staying power, and economic trends to determine if the economy is healthy enough to support both your initial location and any additional locations you plan to open. Another thing to consider before opening a new location is your management style. If that style is very hands-on, then who will manage your new location, or your existing one if you plan to oversee things at the new store? Physical expansion can be good for business, but it’s often most successful when business owners have a solid management team already in place, which allows owners to spend time at both locations.
Diversify your offerings. The Small Business Administration notes that diversifying is a strong growth strategy, providing multiple streams of income that can help business owners survive the slower months when sales tend to dip. Businesses known for a
particular product may want to offer complementary products or services or import or export others’ products. Startups often credit loyal customer bases when citing their reasons for surviving their first few years, and such customer bases already trust your brand. Expanding that brand to include complementary products or services is a logical next step to grow your business and build on the credibility you worked so hard to achieve with your customer base.
Lindsay Anderson Chicken Little Childhood Outfitters is the best place in town to find everything from the most practical to unique baby gifts. There is also a great selection of quality children’s clothing and shoes from infant up to 10 years. Lindsay’s inspiration for going into the baby/children’s retail business was her two children, Ethan 8 ½ & Lauren 6. She is always looking for quality, affordable items to sell at the store and has had a great opportunity to try most of them out. Customer service is what Lindsay and her staff strive to provide at every opportunity. Lindsay would like to thank her wonderful staff, Judy, Jackie and Jamie, for all of their hard work & dedication. She would also like to thank her customers for their ongoing feedback & support. At Chicken Little we know you have many choices out there and we greatly appreciate that we are one of them.
Form an alliance with other businesses.
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Rather than diversifying their product offerings, some business owners have found it’s easier and more profitable to form an alliance with other businesses who already sell complementary products. Such an alliance can be good for both businesses, as each can expand its customer base without the kind of effort it takes to open a new location or the cost of producing new products. Other businesses already have lists of prospective customers who may need your products, and vice versa. Alliances can be the most effective and quickest ways to grow a business, not to mention the least expensive and timeconsuming.
Phebe-Jane Poole, Ph.D. Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist
Whether you are looking to make positive changes in your personal, professional or spiritual lives; wanting to reduce your stress; or seeking to ease your pain, Dr. Phebe-Jane Poole’s professional services can help. Phebe is a psychotherapist, registered professional counsellor, certified master hypnotherapist, master NLP (Neuro linguistic programming) and has studied many different modalities, including EFT (emotional freedom technique). Dr. Poole believes that transformation occurs through gently accessing our own inner knowledge – through self-awareness and self-acceptance comes healing of body, mind, and spirit. In a safe and caring environment, you will be gently guided to become more aware of your true self and of your emotions. You will begin to understand what is occurring in your life and why you react the way you do. Then you will begin to heal and transform -- to feel calm and exhilarated at the same time! Please contact Phebe to answer any questions you may have or to book an appointment. 250-307-3015 pjp@pjpoole.com www.pjpoole.com 6916 Rugg Road, Vernon, BC V1B 3S9
Nadine Wilson Nadine Wilson is the owner of Nadine’s Fine Art & Frames in business for nine years at the current location. Nadine offers fine art supplies, art lessons, corporate and personal custom framing and is the longest running privately owned art gallery in Vernon. Nadine studied Fine Art and Conversational French at St. Lawrence College in Brockville. Although the arts have always been her passion, Nadine worked for the Province of Ontario for 15 years in various positions, including Network Administration and HR/ Accounts Payable Supervision. In the private sector in High Tech sales and Account Management. Nadine has been on the Board of Directors for the DVA for two years and has been its President since June 2013, and has also served on the Executive for the Kalamalka Country Club for the last eight years as Entertainment Director. Nadine is a loyal supporter of the local artists, charities and businesses.
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Donna Neil PINK LADY BUG ACCESSORIES
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Pink Lady Bug Accessories opened on January 5, 2013. We carry a wide selection of jewellery for all occasions, bridal and grad accessories , purses, scarves, hats, belts, clothing and sunglasses. But we are much more than just an accessory storewe also carry many unique gift items, some locally made and exclusive to the store. There are also many “fair trade” products, with part of the profits going back to the people of various countries to help reinvest in a positive future. Drop by and “Be Amazed by What You’ll Find”. Thank you for voting us #1 Best Ladies Accessory store in the North Okanagan!
Fine Art & Frames
3208 30th Avenue,Vernon
3101 - 31st Avenue, Vernon • Ph: 250-542-8544 nadinesfineart@shaw.ca • www.nadinesfineart.com • Cell: 250-308-0758
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Leanne, Susan & Janice Undercover Essentials is the North Okanagan’s premier lingerie boutique. In the nearly seven years since opening, Undercover Essentials has provided Vernon and area with quality bras and lingerie. Owners Janice Krieg, Susan Hoyland and Leanne Droder pride themselves on having the largest selection of intimates in the North Okanagan. Besides carrying many different styles of bras (ranging in size from AA - N cup and 3052 bands) they also have shape wear by Spanx and Body Wrap, pajamas, robes and silky, sexy lingerie. They feature brands such as Chantelle, Prima Donna, Empreinte, Fantasie, Simone Perele, Marie Jo, Freya, Coquette, Wacoal, Felina and many more. Each day is about helping ladies find the right garment to compliment their shape. They also offer bra fittings at no charge and spend time educating their customers on how a bra should fit properly. “Every woman has the right to look and feel her best, so we bring in a large selection of styles and sizes in our bras and lingerie so we have something for every body.” Undercover Essentials also offers private shopping, as well as a ‘wish list’ program to make shopping easy for that special someone. For information on these or for any other questions regarding their products or services, the ladies encourage you to call or drop by anytime.
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#302 2520 53rd Ave., Vernon (Across from Burger King) www.undercoveressentials.ca
250-558-5183
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is reflected in their food CARA BRADY Morning Star Staff
It all started with a chocolate ginger cookie. In December 2007, Kyla MacAulay, who had been working as a recruiter for WestJet in Calgary, decided to move back to Vernon so her two sons could be closer to their grandparents. “I started making cookies for the Bean Scene and someone from Tolko liked them and asked me to do lunch for them,” she said. “It was word of mouth and community support that helped things grow. I was working out of the Intermezzo kitchen and they taught me how to cook. It was amazing. My parents (Margaret and Richard Heape) were helping me make sandwiches.” Then she met Sarah Pruckl at Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts and they became partners, with Pruckl as event coordinator in Gumtree Catering, named for MacAulay’s Australian father and the song her children like to sing. The Nexus program at the North Okanagan Employment Enhancement Society helped with the details of setting up the business. They bought their present site, with three kitchens, in the Alpine Centre, in 2009. The business has 25 employes and doubles that number in the summer. “What I love about Vernon is that people are willing to try new things and they gave us a chance,” said
MacAulay. “We’re lucky with our staff members who share our vision. We are able to find most of our staff locally and we look first for a good attitude. We can teach someone to make soup but we can’t teach them to be awesome.” Pruckl, who grew up in England, brought with her training and experience in hotel and catering management. “We’re all passionate about Gumtree,” she said. “Our executive chef Billy Sanderson is amazing. We do a lot of research and get creative and he makes it with his own touch. Sometimes we bring him a picture and say, ‘Can we make this?’ We taste when we travel and bring back ideas and he’s there for us. And he’s mentoring two youth in the culinary arts program.” Sanderson is known for making his own infused olive oils and Herbes de Vernon, his special seasoning mix. Gumtree gets as much of its supplies and services as possible locally. “Sometimes we just buy what looks good and give it to Billy and say, “Make something.’ And he does,” said MacAulay, who literally has dreams about new ways to prepare and serve food, which she admits sometimes work out beautifully and sometimes don’t. Both she and Pruckl are hands-on cooks. When things are busy they’re both in the kitchen and they wash a
We are having fun with the guy that’s always in “HOT WATER”. Come join in the fun and hopefully leave with the purchase of your choice beautifully gift wrapped. We are continuing to grow. On the Practical Kitchen side, a selection of small appliances and the new line of Le Creuset stainless steel cookware has been added. Good Gracious has opened a greeting card room with beautiful wall art and several new card lines. We have expanded the Thymes Collection and introduced Archipelago room fragrances, and Emma Bridgewater pottery from England. Check out our Facebook page and our new website. the
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Margaret Jones, left, Carey Caswell, Gumtree Catering cooks, with company owners Kyla MacAulay and Sarah Pruckl make enchiladas to be delivered for lunch for employees at a local business. a lot of dishes when necessary. “We like to see what is coming out of our kitchens and keep it up to our standards. There’s a certain quality and look that we want for our food,” said Pruckl. “We’re both active in the community. We make soup for the Alliance Church soup for the homeless program, and breakfast for Transition House once a month and we support local schools. We’re sponsoring the appies for the VIP lounge for the RBC event. The community supports us and we want to give back.” The pair likes getting creative with menus, from an Italian wedding where the guests said the lasagna was better than Italian, to a Portuguese wedding, a Japanese dinner, to a South African-style family event where they had to go to Vancouver for some of the ingredients. They love it all. The food goes out to everything from a romantic dinner for two, to a campsite, to events at private homes, local venues and local businesses. “We’re a from-scratch kitchen, the baking, the sauces, the dressings, the freshest ingredients possible.
We cater anywhere, including a van in the rain in the middle of a horse field. We have a lot of fun and we never say no,” said Pruckl, recalling the time everyone worked together to fill an order for 40 cupcakes for a 40th birthday party in 40 minutes. Gumtree Catering also offers cooking classes on request (minimum 10 participants) and has a small frozen food take-out section at the Alpine Centre location. They run a private cafe in the new Kal Tire Building. The company won the 2011 Small Business of the Year Award from Community Futures and has been voted Caterer of the Year by Okanagan Life for four years in a row. The future will probably include expansion but for now, they’re happy with what they’re doing, including the working-mother dream perk of being able to bring dinner home from their kitchens. “We love what we do and we think that reflects in our food. We get to be part of a lot of special moments in people’s lives. We both feel very lucky,” said MacAulay.
Maureen Ruscheinsky Maureen has been a resident of our beautiful valley for 37 years and is proud to call Vernon home. She loves to promote the area to newcomers. What Maureen likes best about her job is helping people to realize their goals whether it be buying a first home or selling an existing home to make a lifestyle change. Buying or selling can be stressful for some, so making her clients feels comfortable with the process is important to Mo. When not at work she loves dancing, volunteering at the Powerhouse Theatre and spending time with her grandchildren.
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Through her own journey of self discovery, Amy has become passionate about building confidence and a sense of a woman’s own sensuality. Through a deep love of all things vintage, pin up and burlesque, Amy stepped into the world of roller derby and burlesque at the age of 40. Whilst pushing her boundaries and setting personal goals, she discovered the power behind self-confidence. Through her photography, she has been able to reach out to women of all ages, shapes and sizes and help them restore a sense of sexual, sensual confidence in themselves. Amy believes there is an inner bombshell in every woman just waiting to be discovered. Amy formed Cherry Kiss Pin Up Photography to help women discover a side of them they may never have known was there. Amy lives and maintains a studio in Enderby, BC.
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Brittney Cowie Lpn I truly love working with seniors. Out of the many places, working in health care has taken me, home care has been my dream job. With many aging individuals choosing to stay in their own homes I help make that decision easier. Helping people to live safely and comfortably while being able to get to know them is truly rewarding. I have many services to choose from ranging from medical services to companionship services. If you are worried about a family member being lonely give me a call. I accept VAC health identification cards and am a Canadian armed forces provider.
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Karen Rogers Married with a daughter, I’ve been a resident of Vernon for over 20 years. While I enjoy the beautiful beaches, hiking trails and walking our dogs in Kal Park, I take pleasure in attending community festivals and celebrations in Vernon. Pardon Now Enterprises has been in business for five years and is the only Pardon and US Travel Waiver business in BC outside the Lower Mainland. We are also the only Digital Card Scan Fingerprinting business between Vancouver and Calgary and are a member of the Better Business Bureau of BC. Our goal is to become the top rated Pardon Services Company in Western Canada!
#2, 3302 30th Avenue Vernon, BC V1T 2C8 250-307-7104
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Angela Yablonski Angela has been with Curves for almost 10 years. Curves is a weight loss facility specially designed for women featuring Curves Complete, the only program that includes exercise, meal plans, and coaching all in ONE place. We also offer the new Curves Workouts with Jillian Michaels which combine the original Curves Circuit with functional, body weight-based exercises that increase strength, burn fat, and kick start weight loss in just 30 minutes! Our Curves Smart program is an advanced fitness program ensuring you get maximum results based on your fitness level. Angela is the founder of the Zimbabwe Project. The Zimbabwe Project is a local grass roots organization that raises funds to support the start up of self sustaining projects in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is one of Africa’s poorest nations with an unemployment rate of over 90% and the world’s highest number of AIDS orphans. Most of these orphans are supported at a subsistence level by extended family members or other members of their village, but this is an extremely difficult undertaking for them as the extreme poverty makes it difficult for them to feed their own children.
2901 27 Street, Vernon www.curvesvernon.com
250-503-1129
Dr. Nicole Shortt nd & Dr. Krista Ingram nd Dr. Nicole Shortt and Dr. Krista Ingram are Naturopathic Physicians at Balance Natural Health Clinic. Both are trained in the art and science of natural medicine, and strive to provide professional and genuine care with a warm, approachable manner. Using Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Herbal Medicine, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Counselling, Dr. Shortt and Dr. Ingram will design an individualized treatment plan to help you achieve your health goals. Both Dr. Shortt and Dr. Ingram are Vernon Women in Business members, and are proud “Vernon Girls”, happy to be building their lives in their hometown.
Genuine care • True health
250-545-0103
3105 - 36th Ave, Vernon
Cheryl Time flies when your having FUN ! Its been 8 years already and wow have we had a lot of FUN ! We have FUN because we make wine, dessert wines, coolers, ciders and beer ! We have FUN because we have the best customers ever !!! We have FUN because we have amazing wine making staff, Barb, Darby, Joleane, and Sherry !! We have FUN because we have the two cutest greeters in town, Daisy and Lulu ! Most of all we have FUN because we want to !! So come have some FUN at Vernon Vintners !! Where you can “Wine all you Want” #1 - 100 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon, BC
250-549-8468
How to usher your office
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Technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, with once groundbreaking ideas and devices becoming obsolete in what seems like the blink of an eye. Despite such advancements, many professional environments are still consuming far more energy than is necessary, proving that there is still progress to be made with regard to how we use technology and protect the planet. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 30 percent of energy consumed by office buildings is used inefficiently, while the Energy Star program notes that 17 percent of greenhouse gas emissions come from commercial buildings’ energy use. That leaves ample opportunity for those who want to usher their offices into the ecofriendly era to make changes that will conserve energy.
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Consider new lighting.
Energy Star notes that lighting is typically the most costly portion of many companies’ monthly electric bills, and that’s often because lighting is so often used in an inefficient manner. But flipping switches at the end of each day is not the only way business owners or office managers can cut their lighting costs. Many companies prefer to have lights on overnight for security purposes, but motion detection lighting systems are more eco-friendly and can pay for themselves over the long haul by reducing energy costs. Such systems will only turn on when movement is detected in the building. This saves owners the cost of illuminating empty offices overnight but still enables them to protect buildings with lights in the case of break-ins.
Teresa Hwang Since Chinese Metaphysics is a lifelong study, I have taken courses with various Masters on its different aspects for years. I have studied with Master Joseph Yu of Toronto since 1998, and will continue for many more years to come. I am currently one of his Feng Shui Research Centre Feng Shui Masters and Lecturers. I have done numerous consultations on private homes and businesses, both on new construction and renovation projects. I have years of experience in incorporating Traditional Chinese Feng Shui principles, with/without Interior Design according to the need of my clients, for both residential and commercial projects; also in 4 Pillars of Destiny, Face Reading, Divination and Date Selection. I also teach seminars to beginners, and professional courses to more advanced students.
Teresa Hwang Feng Shui & Design Master of Feng Shui, Interior Designer, Chinese Astrologer Email: fengshui@teresahwang.com | www.teresahwang.com
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rs their compute rn tu s e e y lo p way Ensuring em orkday is one w e th f o d n e endly. off at the e more eco-fri m o c e b n a c s ie compan Encourage workers to put their computers to sleep when they are away from their desks. Screen savers might be aesthetically appealing, but that beauty comes at a steep price, as screen savers use the same amount of energy while you’re away as the computer does while you are hard at work. Encourage workers to put their computers to sleep when they will be away from their desks for 20 minutes or more. Workers can turn their computers off completely to save even more energy when their workday is done. Reduce paper consumption. Hard copy documents are increasingly going the way of the dinosaur, and that’s a good thing for businesses who want to be more eco-friendly. In lieu of storing hard copy documents in filing cabinets or other antiquated storing systems, companies can encourage employees to store files digitally in easily accessible folders on their computers or on company servers. Internal memos need not be printed out and distributed
Alison & Karen Alison and Karen are co-owners/operators of The Room Collection, Vernon’s most inspiring furniture and home decor store. Their friendship began on the first day of Kindergarten and it has thrived over many years and many miles. In 2010 they did what no BFFs ‘should’ do and went into business together! But, united by a shared love of all things HOME, their partnership turned out to be both fruitful and fun.
as hard copies when it’s just as easy and far less taxing on the environment to share such memos via email. Reducing reliance on hard copy documents can drastically reduce paper consumption and free up space around the office.
The Room Collection carries a unique and beautiful selection of accessories, lighting, wall décor and furniture, many of which are made in Canada. Along with high quality products, The Room Collection offers free in-home consultations, complimentary furniture delivery and a truly attentive gift registry. Karen and Alison would like to take this opportunity to thank their highly-valued team member, the fabulous Mary-Ann, for her wonderful work and dedication.
Plug leaks. Much like homeowners can save substantial amounts of money by plugging leaks around windows and doorways, businesses also can cut energy costs by identifying and plugging leaks. In fact, taking care of air leaks can save businesses as much as 10 percent off their energy costs. Make sure air ducts and filters are routinely cleaned to ensure heating and cooling systems are operating at optimal efficiency. Many business owners and office managers have been slow to embrace various eco-friendly strategies that can benefit the planet and their bottom lines. But as technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, the opportunities for businesses to become more eco-friendly continue to evolve as well.
#108, 4800 Anderson Way, Vernon www.theroomcollection.ca
250-260-6161
Shell Duggan Born & raised in Vernon, Shell has a great appreciation for all that the North Okanagan has to offer. For the past 8 years, Shell has enjoyed a successful career in Real Estate, looking ahead she knew she wanted more out of life, than working 24/7. Always open to opportunity, Shell didn’t hesitate to take a leap about 1 ½ yrs ago when one landed in her lap. “ When I looked at this global company - the founders, their past business successes, the culture they have created and their unique category creating one of a kind medical technology product that is Anti-Aging and provides people relief of all kinds of skin issues, I knew this was it. This is the vehicle that is allowing me to steer my ship into the future and make my vision a reality” Passionate about her community, Shell has been actively involved in various volunteer organizations over the years. She is a founding member of JCI Vernon and has been honoured as a JCI Senator. She chaired the 2012 BC Winter Games Youth Ambassador Program, is a Director of the North Okanagan Hospice Society, and a member of Vernon Women in Business. 85% of women in North America who earn over $100,000/yr do it through Network Marketing! Why Not You?
Shell Duggan • Ruby Leader
250-550-5570 shellduggan@shaw.ca
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Debbie, Ashley, Faye
I was first introduced to antiques when I met my husband Randy while he was with the RCMP. A passion for antiques became Blast From The Past Antiques July 1, 2000. After being a stay at home mom for sometime, I joined Randy at the store. Everyday tells a new story. I am surrounded by treasures from days gone by. We are always adding to our inventory and every visit will be a new experience! Providing great customer service in a pleasant, clean, and organized environment is what makes a great day! Bring us your treasures. You may have that one diamond-in-the-rough item that we are looking for. Open 10-5 everyday. Closed Sunday (free Saturday parking in the parkade)
3100 32 Street, Vernon www.blastfromthepastantiques.ca blastfromthepastantiques@shaw.ca
250-549-2929
Sundial Lighting is proud to be celebrating over 38 years in business. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service, quality products & competitive pricing. Debbie, Ashley & Faye have many years of combined expertise in all aspects of lighting whether upgrading, renovating or building a new home. We carry decorative indoor lighting, recessed lighting, track lighting, ceiling fans, valence lighting, wall, table & floor lamps. We also carry a wide variety of exterior lighting including landscape lighting. Sundial Lighting also carries one of the largest selections of light bulbs. It is an exciting time for the industry with the introduction of LED bulbs & fixtures into the residential market. Stop by and see us at
Sun Dial Lighting
2801 44th Avenue, Vernon
250-545-7370
www.sundiallighting.ca
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PLATINUM AWARD WINNING MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
OPENING DOORS. BUILDING DREAMS. “ I see opportunities where others might not. Dedicated to customizing mortgage products to perfectly meet my clients needs.”
kari@karigares.com #4 4205 - 27th St, Vernon, BC V1T 4Y3
250-558-8091 • 250-260-6779
Linsey Postill Johannson R.E. Postill & Sons Ltd. is celebrating their 70th Anniversary and continues to be family owned and operated. Linsey and Jamie would like to thank all of their customers for their continued support and patronage, which has allowed the company to be in business for 4 generations of the Postill family. The company was founded in 1944 by Linsey’s Great-Grandfather, Russell Eugene and his sons, and although the equipment and variety of work has changed over the past 70 years, the same solid values run the company today. The business offers a complete line of quality gravel products, trucking and delivery, and both residential and commercial site servicing and preparation. R.E. Postill & Sons Ltd. is committed to giving back to the community and supporting local projects, believing this is a fundamental part of a successful small business and a successful community. Linsey learned all about the family business from her father, Brian. She ran a loader in the pit and drove a gravel truck doing deliveries during summer breaks from school. After graduating from the University of Alberta with a degree in Pharmacology, Linsey moved home to Coldstream and she and Jamie started in the business full time. Married in 2006 they now have a four year old son, Ty and a 9 month old daughter, Amy. As a family they enjoy all that the Okanagan offers: hiking, swimming and skiing. In the future, Linsey and Jamie will carry on the family tradition of providing Vernon and Area with quality gravel products, efficient service and honest hard work to ensure the job is done well and the customer is always happy.
9245 KALAMALKA ROAD, COLDSTREAM, BC 250-545-5008
PLAY YOUR WAY
to a more enjoyable life!
TYLER LOWEY Morning Star Staff
There is a serious science to silliness that can help you handle life’s stressful situations with ease. Mark Twain once said, “the human race has one really effective weapon, and that is laughter.” Jeunesse Pearson is a certified counselor and coach and the creator of PlayFate, a company now offering a series of courses entitled, Laugh Your Past Off. The course starts May 26, running for six Monday evenings 7-9 p.m. at the beautiful Pottery Road Yoga Studio on 694 Pottery Road. There is still time for last-minute registration. The course demonstrates how the use of laughter and play can enrich your life and positively confront challenges. “I love being able to help people laugh and recapture some playfulness and discover that humor can be a very valuable part of your well-being,” said Pearson. Pearson encourages people to bring their problems with them
into the class, so they can work through life’s challenges together. “People will come in and they will be in a fuss because they got cut off while driving, or they got a traffic ticket. We will talk about the situation, put the person back into a good mood and they will realize that it isn’t a big deal in the long run,” said Pearson. Pearson has a background in social work, dealing with highrisk teens. She found that any time humour was involved, it diffused the situation.
Back row: Kamala, Jackie, Dawn, Heather Front row: Joanne, Shelley, Cindy Red Top has been a landmark in Vernon for over 65 years. What started out as a Cafe/ Grocery store has now evolved into one of the largest independent footwear stores in BC. Owner Jackie and her knowledgable staff have served and assisted many customers for the past 39 years. We have an extensive selection of quality footwear for Men, Women and Children. As well we offer custom fitting for our Orthotic Friendly Footwear. Everyone should have the “RED TOP” experience! Come in and check us out today and see why we are “THE #1 FOOTWEAR STORE IN THE NORTH OKANAGAN” Bring a copy of this ad in to the store and have your name entered to win a $50.00 RED TOP GIFT CARD. Draw Date June 15, 2014
RED TOP FOOTWEAR
3303 43 Ave., Vernon (Beside Safeway)
250-542-3132
www.redtopfootwear.ca
“I looked into how to use are stressed out and depressed, laughter as a therapy; I also I love being able to help them have a background in theout through humour,” atre and drama, so said Pearson. I am trying to Play your way incorporate to a more enjoyboth,” said able life this May, Pearson. n o more info can ars The Laugh se Pe s e n u be found at www. Your Past - Je Off classes LaughYourPastOff.org. include learning about the science of humour and happiness along with Laughter Yoga (a non-intense physical approach) and improv games incorporating participants’ own situations. Pearson wants to teach participants how to use humour and play to change our lives for the better. “We have lost play and laughter in people trying to make a living. People
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Notaries:
My areas of practice are: Real Estate Transactions (buying or selling), Property Refinances, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements, Manufactured Home Registrations, and Permission to Travel Letters. As a Notary Public my commitment to you does not end once all the documents are signed. In many ways, it is the beginning. As part of your community, I look forward to developing relationships with you and in return you can count on me to protect your legal needs. The Society of Notaries Public takes great care to ensure each member meets the highest standard of business experience, integrity and ongoing specialized legal education. Put my experience and business acumen to work, now and in the future. You will find that, indeed Notaries are good company to keep.
30 Avenue, Vernon, BC Charlene Silvester 3003Phone: 250-542-4313 th
Notary Public
The Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board (OMREB) will be led by new president Darcy Griffiths of Vernon for the 2014-2015 term. She was recently installed along with 11 directors representing the Central Okanagan, North Okanagan and Shuswap. Comprised of 1032 local Realtors®. Darcy Griffiths is enjoying being a part owner of Royal LePage Downtown Realty in Armstrong & Vernon. She has been licensed for 23 years and has sold real estate in Vernon since 2001. In addition Darcy instructs 3 units of the Residential Trading Services Applied Practice Course for the British Columbia Real Estate Association. “Real Estate is the industry I love … that’s why I do it!”
Dawn and Kim
250-260-1550 Vernon 105D - 3101 Hwy 6 (Fruit Union Plaza) Lumby 2000 Norris Avenue, (Located in Monashee Dental)
CONCEPT PHYSIOTHERAPY
www.vernonnotary.com
Darcy Griffiths
DOWNTOWN REALTY
Concept Physiotherapy is the first and only clinic in BC to offer the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill. We strive to stay on the leading edge of rehab and are happy to have the AlterG available to both patients that use the clinic, as well as the general public. The possibilities are endless … use before and after surgery, as a tool for managing pain from osteoarthritis, gait retraining after a stroke, and even to increase your speed for a long distance run. Life is not a spectator sport ... don’t let pain keep you out of the game. We can help!
A Trusted Tradition & Good Company to Keep
250.545.5371 Vernon royallepagevernon.com
Joy Gladstone I have been involved with dogs since I was a young girl at the age of 12 when my father and I bred Irish Setters. I learned to groom in Saskatoon under the guidance of Beth Hardy, which was two years of Joy & Benjamin “Buttons” learning and hard work but well worth it. We have bred and shown purebred registered Shih Tzu dogs for over 15 years and I am a life member of the Canadian Kennel and Vernon Kennel Clubs. Our goal is to continue our great service. I, along with husband Stewart and employee Kassandra Stasiuk, care for our clients and their beloved pets! I love my career. I groom for the love of dogs.
K9
Care & Grooming 2813 - B, 35th St., Vernon, BC
Kind and Gentle Care
250.545.8054
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Dauna Dauna Kennedy Grant has been the Executive Director for the Vernon Public Art Gallery since 2008. She leads the Committee for the proposed new purpose-built art gallery for the North Okanagan. As a current board member for the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce, Dauna is working with the business community to disseminate the economic argument for investment in the Arts and how it benefits our local businesses and economy. Her involvement with collaborative community projects displays how her passion and vision for the broader community is shaping a plan for a healthy community, one which includes a contemporary art gallery.
3228 - 31st Avenue, Vernon, BC email: dauna@vernonpublicartgallery.com
Angela Sparrow Angela grew up in Armstrong and has been part of the Vernon Volkswagen sales team for 10 years. Her love of the automotive industry, along with her knowledge of the products, keeps Angela’s customers coming back to see her time and time again. Angela has participated in sports in the community for years - softball, volleyball, skating and bowling are all favourite activities. She has also been a member of the Elks Lodge for 8 years. Angela, along with her husband Glenn, are parents of 6-year old Paige. She also has a 20-year-old stepson Cody. Family and friends mean everything to Angela. She enjoys all that life in Vernon has to offer and in particular spending time at their cabin on the lake at every opportunity.
6205 Hwy. 97N, Vernon 250-545-2358
www.vernonvw.com
women juggling
a family and a career The days when single income children’s sporting events or other households were the norm are school-related events. But those long gone, as nowadays both responsibilities should be shared so Mom and Dad must work in order women can ensure they’re giving to make ends meet. That reality both their careers and families has left many women the attention each deserves. juggling the obligations Devise a schedule where of motherhood with G both parents tackle such JUGGLIN the obligations of a d n a responsibilities equally y il a fam successful career. t o so each parent knows career is n Such a juggling when they have some y s a always e act is seldom easy, wiggle room. and many mothers find * . themselves neglecting one obligation for the benefit of Juggling a family and a career another. The following are a few is often stressful, and stress can tips to make balancing work and have a very adverse effect on your family a little easier. health. Women with high stress levels are more likely to suffer While the days of the single-in- from depression, anxiety and come household may be a thing of cardiovascular disease. It’s easy the past, many of the conventions to become irritable when stressed, of those days remain. Women may and no mother wants to be irritable still feel the responsibility to cook in the presence of her children. family meals, clean up after the Incorporate your family into your children and make it to all of their exercise routine, going for nightly
Exercise daily
Share the responsibilities.
Sarah and Kyla Add two women with opposite strengths, and what do you get? One perfect culinary experience and an all events catering company that specializes in weddings, corporate functions, fundraisers, special events and whole sale baking for local retail stores. Their philosophy is to create food that is “always fresh, always distinctive”. They strive to stay on top of the current menu and design trends and create and customize any menu for their clients. Whether it is an intimate dinner for two or a gala for 200, employee lunch or customer appreciation event, Gumtree Catering will work with you to ensure your event exceeds expectations with creative seasonal menus and friendly staff.
250.558.7555 www.gumtreecatering.com
walks after dinner or playing with your children in the yard.
Stay involved with your child’s school. Many
mothers find staying active with their children’s school is a great opportunity for them to bond with their kids and keep abreast of developments at their school. Such involvement can be minimal, such as attending a monthly luncheon with kids or agreeing to be a chaperone on one or two class trips per year.
Take advantage of work-from-home policies. As technology has advanced, many companies have become much more lenient with regard to employees working from home. If your company allows you to work from home, even if it’s only once per week, then take advantage of that offer. This can provide more time with your kids, it will likely save you money on childcare, and you are certain to appreciate
the opportunity to skip your daily commute, even if it is only once a week or a couple of times per month.
Plan ahead.
Looking ahead is another way to make juggling a family and a career easier. Plan meals in advance to cut down on preparation time when it’s your night to cook. This can involve placing foods in a slow cooker in the morning or preparing part of the meal in advance so it’s ready to go in the oven the moment you arrive home. A three-day weekend is a perfect opportunity to plan a getaway to a nearby locale where the whole family can relax and reconnect without the pressures of daily life. Juggling a family and career is not always easy, but there are ways that today’s mothers can raise a happy family and still have a successful career.
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Judy Guido JUDY GUIDO is an educator in the field of selfdevelopment. Her goal is to inspire people, from all walks of life, to expand their potential. As a certified instructor and consultant with the Inner Peace Movement of Canada, she brings practical tools for better living to the local community. She has lectured widely across Canada, has appeared on radio and television shows and has been interviewed by numerous newspapers. Her instruction is a step-by-step common sense guide to keeping life simple, joyful and fun. Seminars will be held during May in Kelowna and June in Vernon, leading up to the Inner Peace Movement International Summer Camp held July 11 to July 16 in the Okanagan. To find out more about these seminars and camps you can contact Judy at 250-317-0057 or email judy.guido@guidoltd.com
Inner Peace Movement of Canada A nonprofit educational program www.innerpeacemovement.ca
Tammy Stein
Tammy has always appreciated growing up in her hometown of Vernon, in the beautiful North Okanagan. She has loved this area and Tammy and her husband have raised their 3 children in this “4 Season” lifestyle. As a former caregiver of 25 years in the field of Early Childhood Development, Tammy has taken this experience and has continued to support families in their pursuit of their “Dream Home”. People who have worked with Tammy value her warm personality, her “can do” attitude and her willingness to go the extra mile to get her clients into their new home. Tammy strives at providing personalized service and getting the job done. Tammy has learned that no two clients or contracts are alike. Every client has their own needs, wants and desires. Tammy has continued support from past clientele and they show their loyalty by referring family and friends to her. People know that working with Tammy means working with someone who cares. Tammy will help you with your real estate needs whether you are buying or selling.
5603 27th Street, Vernon • 250.549.4161
www.your5starteam.com
Kylie E. Walman Kylie practices in all areas of civil litigation, with a focus on Family Law. In her family practice Kylie handles the full spectrum of issues arising on family breakdown, including property division, divorce, child and spousal support and parenting arrangements. Kylie is experienced in resolving disputes through the court process and in settlement negotiations. Kylie’s approach is always to find the most cost-effective resolution, while ensuring her client’s rights and interests are protected. Kylie believes in arming her clients with the information necessary to make informed decisions at every step and prides herself on being creative and innovative and finding the best resolution to fit each client’s particular needs.
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Shelly Korobanik Our services: • Fitness, boot camps & learn to run programs • Obedience training - all positive • Weight pulling • Agility, trick & scent detection training for fun • Cani-cross & skijoring • Certification testing • And more DON’T FORGET 3rd Annual Doggie Duathlon ~ Aug. 10 2nd Annual Trail Hiking Series May thru Oct. Contact:
250.308.5457
www.poochpartners.ca
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investors for FIND your business How to
Starting a business and being your own boss is a dream for many working men and women. Whether you have a great idea for a startup business or want to branch out on your own in your current line of work, starting a business from scratch can be a risky, yet rewarding, undertaking.
We are proud to be an AVEDA Concept Boutique Hair Salon in Vernon. Our team of creative professionals are confident, well trained yet maintain a fun and friendly approach. By being an AVEDA Concept Hair Salon, we offer the very best products (ethically sourced ingredients and 96-99% naturally derived) and services.
One of the biggest concerns for many startup businesses is finding the money to get the business off the ground. Finding investors for a business idea often involves patience, resolve and a strong belief in your idea. Few startups can survive without some investment capital from outside sources, and the following are a few tips to help today’s entrepreneurs find financial backing for their ideas. 3205 - 39th Avenue, Vernon
250-545-3200
Camella, Salome & Anaiah Making A Twist of Yarn is Vernon’s LYS (Local Yarn Shop). We are a family operated yarn boutique that has a passion for all things fibre. We celebrate the fibre arts and assist in renewing interest and awareness in knitting, crocheting, felting and spinning. Knitting and crocheting are fast becoming the ‘New Yoga’. Knitting and crocheting offer relaxation, stimulation, creativity, well-being and practicality all in one skill, that can be learned by anyone. At A Twist of Yarn, we provide an atmosphere and environment that will inspire you to create the uncreated. Whether it’s color, texture or style, we stock a large variety of yarns and fibre to suite your creative instincts. Come and join us for a beginner class or advance your skills with a special techniques class, taught by local instructors, and discover your creative side! We thank our customers for their support and for sharing all their amazing creations!
250.549.4200
3915 31st St. Vernon, B.C. • www.atwistofyarn.com
☛ Know what you need.
Once you’ve explained your idea, a potential investor, wheth-
er it’s a venture capitalist, a trusted friend or even a family member, will want to know exactly how much money you need. The more money you need, the more people you’re likely to have to approach. If the amount of capital you need is relatively small, then you can seek the help of friends and family members. This might prove especially rewarding should your business eventually succeed, as you will have raised investment capital from the people you trust and rewarded that trust with a healthy return on their investments.
Janet Cody Co-Owner
Driven by her lifelong passion for health and helping people, Janet has worked as an Audiologist for many years in hospital, private clinic and public health settings. In 2001, Janet and her husband, Ray Morin, moved to Vernon to raise their daughter, be closer to family and enjoy life in the amazing Okanagan! That same year, Janet became the Regional Coordinator and Professional Practice Leader for Audiology at Interior Health. In December 2013, Jan and Ray were thrilled to open Olive Us Oil and Vinegar Tasting Room. Together, Jan and Ray own and operate Olive Us, an extraordinary tasting room experience! The beautiful urban rustic surroundings make Olive Us the perfect place to enjoy some of the freshest, healthiest extra virgin olive oils available. Jan and Ray proudly welcome you to taste an amazing array of naturally fused or infused extra virgin olive oils, as well as exceptional aged balsamic vinegars. With more than 50 premium certified non-GMO oils and vinegars on tap the possibilities are endless! These days, you can find Jan having fun at the tasting room! So come on in to Olive Us and let Janet pour you a bottle of the best and discover why we love what we do!! Cheers to your health!
250-260-2880 3003A - 30th Ave., Vernon www.oliveusoils.com • www.facebook.com/oliveusoils
Keeping things in the family definitely has its benefits, but it can also cause problems, especially if the amount of capital you need to raise is substantial. In such instances, seeking the help of a venture capitalist might be your best bet.
☛ Invest in yourself, but don’t overdo it. Letting
potential investors know you’ve invested your own money in the project can help, but you don’t want to overdo it. Potential investors might hesitate to invest with someone who sank their entire savings into an idea. Such hesitation occurs because investors don’t want decisions affecting the company to be made by someone who is concerned about losing their entire nest egg. So while it’s good to invest in yourself and your idea, don’t overdo it to the point where potential investors might see your business as a red flag instead of a worthwhile investment.
☛ Develop a detailed plan. Potential investors will
want to see a detailed business plan that includes how the business will be run and how their money, should they ultimately choose to invest, will be used. Include a forecast of expenses, which includes materials needed as well as what you expect to pay in rent for office and manufacturing space. This plan
should also include an earnings projection, which can point to when an investor can reasonably expect to start seeing some return on his or her investment. If you have no experience in developing a business plan, then you might want to consult a business advisor.
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Lori Anderson Lori Anderson is the owner of the award-winning North Okanagan Skin & Laser. She is a medical aesthetician and is trained in Pastiche Method of Advanced Skin Analysis. She is also a highly skilled Permanent Makeup Artist with clients from all over BC and Alberta. Lori and her team are devoted to providing excellent results by offering individualized care to each client. “The team at North Okanagan Skin & Laser is among the best you will find. I am very fortunate to have these girls working with me. Our clients trust our ability to deliver a great treatment and appreciate the extra care and attention they receive.”
☛ Be enthusiastic about the future. Enthusiasm is
important when seeking investors. Potential investors already have money, and they won’t want to invest in an idea with a goal of breaking even. Explain to potential investors that you have a long-term vision for your business, one that isn’t just for survival but, ideally, expansion. You don’t want to go overboard here, but you don’t want to project a lack of confidence in your ideas or a lack of vision for how you want your business to grow, either. Enthusiasm about the future can pique a potential investor’s interest, whereas an investment opportunity that doesn’t figure to yield much of a return will turn investors off. Building a business is no small feat, and entrepreneurs should work as hard at convincing potential investors to invest as they did at developing their initial ideas.
Life Coach Life Coach, Speaker and Educator Jodi Seery is the creator of The Self-Spa™ Coaching Community, The Stress Less Live More Program™ and facilitator for Okanagan College’s Creating Joy Consciousness classes. A trusted leader in her field, Jodi offers practical strategies to manage, mitigate and eliminate stress in relationships, career, finance and life. She brings levity to deep emotional work, and through innovative methods, helps her clients discover more genuine joy, empowerment and abundance. For testimonials and info on upcoming classes and programs and to receive your complimentary copy of Jodi’s informative and inspirational e-book visit:
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The focus is on results orientated skin care through a complete line of advanced treatments including laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, eyelash extensions, Botox, microdermabrasion, as well as manicures, pedicures and facials. Lori invites you to come in for your complimentary consultation and see why North Okanagan Skin & Laser is your best choice for all your skin care needs.
#104, 3307 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon
250-542-2721
www.okanaganskinandlaser.com
Jamie, Brenda, & Leslie Air Tech Mechanical is a local plumbing and heating company that started in 2002. Their fireplace showroom, Flames by Design, opened in 2011. They offer fireplaces, wood stoves, barbeques and accessories. Three women are the glue behind the scenes at Air Tech Mechanical. Brenda is our office manager who started with us in 2009. She is a skilled, organized and dedicated office manager with 17 years’ experience in the construction industry. Our finance administrator Leslie has been with the company since the very beginning, helping build Air Tech Mechanical into a very successful company. Jamie is our administrative assistant, who capably handles any task put before her. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our valuable customers who continue to support small businesses in our community.
Mechanical Ltd. Plumbing • Heating • Air Conditioning • Sheet Metal
4315 - 25th Avenue,Vernon • 250-542-7255
Toby Dansereau Toby Dansereau is co owner and operator of Vernon’s newest liquor store, The East Side Liquor Company. Toby has been a resident and has worked in the service industry in Vernon for over 20 years while raising her two children, Taylor and Garrett. Although new to business, Toby is no stranger to the importance of great service. The management and staff of the East Side Liquor Company work as a team to offer excellent customer service while providing a unique shopping experience. Whether you’re looking for Cold Beer, Wine and Spirits or just browsing the selection of giftware and gift baskets that can be custom made for any occasion, the East Side has something for everyone. Toby along with her fiancé, Rick Reichelt would like to invite you to come in and explore the international selection of wine and spirits as well as the boutique wines of British Columbia. Select a case of craft beer. You can even try a cold single beer from the selection of over a hundred from around the world. Come in and experience what the East Side Liquor Company has to offer you.
Conveniently Located (On the Corner of 27th St. & 43rd Ave.) 4209 27th Street • Open 7 days a week 9am - 11pm
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Sandi Melnick Going Beyond Expectation To Serve You Better It’s not what we promise that sets us apart. It’s what we deliver. Being a service-first organization means that we take the time to understand your travel needs and what it takes to help you achieve that Flawless Business Trip or that Dream Vacation. With global reach and local, hands-on ownership we offer a level of personal service and accountability you won’t find anywhere else.
Impressions
Count!
To ensure the highest return on your investment we will research, customize and execute an effective travel plan with your goals in mind. While our role is to match up clients with travel products, it’s always your interests we represent. Our People At UNIGLOBE, we pride ourselves on having the highest quality travel professionals available. Client relationships and the people who maintain them are crucial to our success. We are confident that you’ll rave about our people. As travel professionals, we always strive to offer our clients the very best in service and support. What sets us apart from the rest, we build relationships with our clients, we anticipate their needs and we think of all of our clients as family. We, at UNIGLOBE Kalamalka Travel, welcome the opportunity to share our expertise and experience. “Without a Uniglobe Travel Professional you are on your own.”
300 - 3115 - 48th Avenue, Vernon
in the Andres Plaza next to Sweet Caroline’s Bakery
Kalamalka Travel
250-549-4432
Lorelei Fiset Pinnacle Communications & Media Inc is proud to be in our fifth year in the Okanagan. With nearly 30 years experience, Pinnacle’s owner, Lorelei Fiset, enjoys helping local businesses, as well as organizations and municipalities with their communications and marketing projects. She also shares her expertise as a volunteer with a variety of local not-for-profit organizations. From multi-year plans to helping you implement, Pinnacle’s strategies are tailored to get results regardless of the budget size. Call Lorelei to get started with compliant email marketing today or to inquire about upcoming seminars that coach you on the latest “Innovations in Marketing” and how to integrate online marketing strategies with advertising, public relations and media tactics. 250-545-0553 Lorelei@pinnacleresults.ca www.pinnacleresults.ca
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any people are familiar with the conventional wisdom about first impressions. When you only have one chance to make a first impression, it’s a good idea to make the most of that opportunity. But not every first impression inspires fond memories, and while erasing a bad first impression might be impossible, that does not mean a second impression can’t trump its predecessor. That’s especially true for businesses. Businesses typically experience a few stumbles out of the gate, and sometimes those stumbles coincide with a customer’s first encounter with a business. When such encounters hurt a business’ image, a business owner can employ various strategies to restore that image and increase the likelihood that future interactions with customers go as smoothly as possible.
Celebrating 10 years in business, Geo Earth Mapping provides cost-effective, innovative geographical solutions to businesses, nonprofit organizations, government sectors and offers services in Graphic Design.
Connie is the owner/operator of Lather Up Canada Body Care Inc. She purchased the shop in 2012 at it’s location in Armstrong before moving it to Vernon in September 2013. Connie combined her background in marketing, sales, customer service and manufacturing with her lifelong passion for natural, environmentally friendly body care products and believes that....‘Making a natural choice for body care is a gift you can give your body, your environment and your future.’
Hot items include customized topographic maps, route maps, resource and recreational maps to publishing quality, CAD to GIS transformations, site plans, emergency evacuation plans and GPS data processing. Results can be exported to 3D views, kml format (Google Earth) and excel spreadsheets. See maps included in the Morning Star’s “Let’s Play” supplement.
All of Lather Up Canada’s ingredients are fresh, natural and handmade right in the shop and there is always something new to try out.
Handmade Natural Body Care Products 3004 - 29th Street, Vernon
250-542-8255
www.latherupcanada.ca
flip-flops may be your ideal outfit, but such attire is rarely appropriate in a professional atmosphere. Firsttime customers who see employees decked out in less formal attire may feel the company also takes a lax attitude toward its work, so avoid fashion that might give the wrong impression. ~ Prioritize positive customer service. Many businesses suffer from bad word of mouth that’s spread when past customers share horror stories of negative experiences with company employees. Such a problem is easily remedied by prioritizing customer service. This includes emphasizing that those who answer the phones always address customers respectfully and, when responding to emails or engaging in online chats, write professional responses that steer clear of informal language. Customers often understand that a product may malfunction, but poor
Linda Decker
Connie Adams
~Come in and visit the ‘Soap Bar’. Customers are able to see, touch and smell each soap so they can decide which is their favourite!~
~ Look the part. A T-shirt and
Linda has a Resource Technology Diploma specializing in Geology and Cartography and a GIS (Geographic Information Systems) certificate. GIS involves creating maps linked with databases that contain information about the map’s features. Linda’s passion lies in fitness, travel and outdoor adventure.
www.gembc.ca ldecker@gembc.ca 250-260-3799 • Cell 250-260-8191
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customer service is inexplicable and will reduce the likelihood that a customer will become a repeat customer. ~ Commission a better website. Today’s consumers often rely on the Internet to connect with a business. Consumers may want to peruse a restaurant’s menu before booking a reservation or view a retailer’s online catalogue before walking into the store. A good website can be a tremendous asset to a business, while a bad website can drive customers away before they spend so much as a dollar. A good website is informative and easy to navigate. Restaurant owners should include some photos of their establishment on the site to show customers the type of ambiance they can expect when dining. The site’s URL should include only the name of the restaurant, which makes it easy for potential customers to find the site when using a search engine. If the name you prefer is already taken by a similarly named establishment in another region, then include your state or city in the URL. If you are not skilled at building websites, hire a professional firm to build the site for you. Such an investment will likely pay for itself sooner rather than later and will increase the chances that customers’ first impressions are good ones. ~ Establish a social media presence. Another way to rehabil-
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Jessica, Phoebe, Holly, Lani, Erin, Caliah, Pamela Noir Salon is proud to have recently celebrated our first year in business. We are a luxury salon that provides the highest quality of education and service to our clients. We specialize in Bumble and Bumble products and styling From left to right: Jessica Schaefer (stylist), Phoebe Gerbrandt (stylist), Holly DeLeenheer (stylist & owner), Lani Mcculloch (stylist), Erin Cosens techniques, with the most current and on-going education. (eyelash technician), Caliah Prentice (stylist), Pamela Tycholiz (stylist) Missing from photo: Britney Powell (stylist) and Alexia Hazeldine (stylist)
3011A 28 Street, Vernon
www.noirsalon.com • 250-549-1199
After being a long time vendor at the popular Vernon Farmers’ Market, Ingrid Baron took on the job as Manager a couple years ago. Because of her local roots, being born, raised and living most of her life in Vernon, she thought what better way to earn a living then to promote the diversity and uniqueness of local produce, food, baking and Artisan wares. With over 200 local growers and artisans, The Vernon Farmers’ Market located at Kal Tire Place, was recently voted the “Best Large Farmers’ Market” in BC. Ingrid is the coordinator for the Spring and Christmas Shoparama events. She currently sits as Chair and is the exhibitor coordinator for Creative Chaos. She is on the Tourism Advisory Committee. Ingrid was past Chair and Parade Director for Vernon Winter Carnival, and was on the inaugural Board for the BC Association of Farmers Markets. She is the co-owner with her husband Dennis and office manager for Emerald Valley Sprinklers. Ingrid loves to play in her garden and grows most of the ingredients for the home-made jellies and relishes that Dennis now sells at the Vernon Farmers’ Market.
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Heidi Aupers It’s been 9 years since Heidi Aupers and her husband opened the doors to their specialty Tea and Gift Store. “We offer the very best variety, quality and prices for loose leaf Tea in the Okanagan, combined with a Tea Bar where our customers can order their favourite Tea or Tea Latte made to order.” A list of their assortment of Teas can be found at www.teadesire.com. They also offer a unique variety of Tea Ware, Tea Accessories, Gift Baskets and Gift Ideas. “We specialize in loose leaf teas from all over the world. This is nothing like the tea in your ordinary tea bag. Once you start drinking tea steeped with loose leaf tea, you will never go back. We have over 200 different teas from black, green, white, oolong, blooming, rooibos, mate & fruit teas. From orthodox to flavoured teas. We also offer seminars to give you the right tools to brew this perfect pot of tea to impress your guests or just yourself.” Customers should also check out Tea Desire Tea Parties - follow us on our Facebook page for upcoming dates! Heidi enjoys her morning walks with their dog, going to yoga class once a week, or her meditation group weekly that keeps her balanced! Heidi has also supported 2 children for many years through World Vision. Vernon BC • (250) 542-5TEA
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Amber RMT, Lindsay RMT Our goal at A One Massage Therapy is to provide compassionate and exceptional massage therapy care. We enter into a partnership and we use a variety of Massage Therapy / healing techniques and education on exercises / life skills / habits to encourage and enhance your healing and health. A One Massage Therapy is excited to introduce Lindsay Millan, our new RMT, to you. “My name is Lindsay Millan, and I am a graduate of OVCMT 2014. I have had a lifelong interest in the human body, and focus on proper body alignment. I studied yoga teacher training in 2006 through Gaiatri Yoga out of Nelson BC and studied at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2010. Through my years in experiencing people presenting with what have seemed like unexplainable issues to them, I have chosen to focus heavily on the assessment and treatment of both present and underlying issues that can happen in the body over time. While my clients primarily see me for deep tissue body issues, I will effectively treat my client at whatever stage of injury or maintenance they may be at.” A One Massage Therapy welcomes you with open hearts and caring hands.
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Laurie Thomas
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Laurie and her husband Glyn are the second generation owners of Morgan’s Glass. Family owned and operated since 1963. They continue to offer their customers honesty, reliability and quality workmanship. Laurie is also an active Director and Member of the Credit Committee for Sierra Mortgage Fund, assessing potential mortgage loans and assisting in recruiting new shareholders. Laurie and Glyn have two children, Kadyn, 14 and Emily 12. When Laurie is not seen at Morgan’s Glass, she is busy with soccer, baseball or just spending time with the people she loves. Morgan’s Glass specializes in residential, automotive and commercial glass applications. We are renovation specialists who can repair or replace anything glass related. We also handle standard and custom shower doors, railings, security and shading products. Morgan’s Glass believes that you should be comfortable in your home and with the people you deal with. We sell and install products that will do just that. Visit us in our showroom, on our website at www.morgansglass.ca or on Facebook. Family Owned & Operated Since 1963
4709-29th Street, Vernon (by Village Green Centre)
www.morgansglass.ca
250-542-7727
Brenda Hala, MPA, F/PPOC-BC
Brenda Hala has been a professional photographer for 35 years and has made Vernon home for 23 of them. She has built a solid reputation for caring for her family, friends, clients and community. Brenda and her camera are seldom apart. Even on holidays she loves to explore, find new subjects and experiment with new techniques. Her downtown studio has evolved over the years to now offer custom photography, passport photos, custom framing and matting, scenic landscapes and photo restorations. Through her lens, Brenda creates unique memories for each subject. Whether it’s a family, child, graduation, a special event, pet or business portrait, Brenda takes the time to connect and access the needs of her clients. Her relaxed, personal style makes it easy to create memorable images. Brenda has been recognized for her accomplishments locally (Best of the Okanagan, Vernon Chamber of Commerce) and within the photographic community where she holds a Fellowship and Masters of Photographic Arts through Professional Photographers of Canada. Recently she has had the honour of being a National Judge for the Canada-wide Image Salon for PPOC.
3001 - 30th Avenue, Vernon 250-542-3010
www.brendahalaphotography.com
Lynne Berard Wurtele Canyon Clothing has a fresh stream of activity and wants to thank our many loyal patrons and welcome new clientele to experience the revitalization of shops in Historic Downtown Vernon. Since opening five years ago, we have learned that: • there is clothing for every shape, size & personality • good service is paramount • fashion advice is greatly appreciated • value is key • quality trumps quantity every time Our happiest moments come from the joy, smiles and laughter we share with our clients. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
3116 - 30th Avenue, Vernon
250-545-5407
www.canyonclothing.com
KRISTIN FRONEMAN Morning Star Staff
The wrought iron sculpture of four bicycles located in front of the Seville Centre on 30th Street in downtown Vernon actually has a functional purpose. Not only does it serve as a bike stand, it is also an apt welcome inside the newly opened Paradigm Naturopathic Medicine. It’s where nutritionist and coach Mel Spooner works with her partner in business and life, Dr. Chris Spooner, and can often be found spinning on her stationary bike. The girl can’t help herself. Cycling is in her blood. Those who follow triathlon, and the internationally-run endurance race known as Ironman, may recognize Spooner’s name. A three-time Ironman champion, she has spent more than half her life on a bike seat, in the water, and pounding the pavement in her runners. She now helps others to reach their goals through her work at Paradigm, as well as through her own business, Endurance Health and Fitness. Spooner exudes an infectious energy, and a calm, whether offering a relaxing cup of herbal tea in Paradigm’s new fitness/yoga room, or getting her clients to do intervals around the Polson track. “My thinking (when doing a race) is that you don’t go to Disneyland just to see Mickey, you go for the whole adventure,” she says. “You never know how it is going to end up. You may have an idea on how long it will take, what clothes you need to bring. You prepare, but the result is often unexpected.” Those ideas spread out to Spooner’s teachings about health and fitness: Go at your own pace. Enjoy the journey. Have fun. “There’s been struggles and roadblocks; that’s been part of everything and is something you learn to deal with. I learned the most from the races where I didn’t have my best result. You learn so much more from the challenges. It’s where the passion comes from.” She has the same philosophy when it comes to nutrition. She teaches people to put a spectrum of colour of natural foods on their plates, not only for aesthetic reasons but for the health benefits. “My view is to take it back to simple. It’s the same premise of naturopathic medicine, to get at the root cause. It’s a philosophy,” she said. “It’s about how it fits into your lifestyle, establishing a routine, and about how you feel during it.” Spooner started her journey towards enduro sport while growing up in Comox on Vancouver Island. After her father died from cancer when she was 16, her mother gave her
money to buy a new bike. “She knew movement for me was always important,” said Spooner. “For me sports was whatever the season was at school. I didn’t drive until I was 30. I rode my bike everywhere. It was not something to do or not to do. It was not a competitive thing. It was a lifestyle and it still is.” That lifestyle continued as Spooner made the move to Victoria to attend university. When not studying, she taught aerobics and waited tables, and rode her bike everywhere. She was also exposed to triathlon through a family friend.
Around that time, Spooner decided to forgo a trip to Europe and do her first Olympic distance triathlon in China. “It was a sanctioned event and I came in dead last. I thought it was more interesting to go to China,” she said. In 1993, after volunteering at Ironman Canada, then held in Penticton, Spooner completed her first Ironman race in Penticton the following year. She placed first in her age group and broke a record, still in the books to this day. “The distance of the race resonated with me. I didn’t care about going fast, I loved the challenge of it,” she said, adding,“I was broke at the time, so I thought if I was racing professionally, I could make money.” The following year, she went with a note with her professional accreditation to the Wildflower triathlon, part of the TriCalifornia events series. “I was getting off my bike in third place and yelled at the organizer, ‘I guess I like this!,” laughed Spooner. By that time she had also found love
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Ruth, Lorna & Tracy Ruth McGrath specializes in Argentine Tango, Kizomba, West Coast swing, Latin and Wedding couples. ruthmcgrathdance@gmail.com or 250.308.1149 Ruth McGrath Dance Tracy incorporates all styles of dance that she has taught and performed into one single category, and that’s New Bollywood Style Dance. tracy@coryholly.com or message 1.866.433.1595
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Lorna Robb teaches Country, Swing, Latin and Ballroom in private and group lessons in the beautiful downtown Vernon studio. Contact her for 10th Anniversary specials. Text 250-558-8807
Lessons that are so much fun your cheeks will hurt! www.dancecheektocheek.com NARESH KING PHOTOS
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Mel Spooner, an endurance coach and nutritionist with Paradigm Naturopathic Medicine, strikes a yoga pose at Kalamalka Provincial Park. through her running partner Chris Spooner. The two eventually moved to Seattle, where Chris studied naturopathic medicine and Mel took her bachelor of science with a major in nutrition at Bastyer University. The couple then moved to Toronto, where Mel decided to make a move from just racing to winning. “I met Julius Palladino, a coach at a running club in Toronto, and asked him to help me. Instead of saying ‘no, you can’t do that,’ he said ‘this is how we’re going to do it.’ That attitude was an important attribute for providing me with that same mindset.” It also helped that Chris supported her long training sessions and races away from home. “I was always surrounded by a group of people who thought what I was doing wasn’t weird,” she said. Besides those three Ironman races which she won, Spooner finished a personal best
fourth place at the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii in 1998. Not officially retired from the sport, Spooner now keeps a busy schedule helping others find a balance in their lives. She is currently taking a yoga instructor’s course, and her other new endeavour is a triathlon club just for youth, which she conducts with fellow triathlon/swimming coach Laura Medcalf. “We had 180 kids sign up for the first Kids of Steel triathlon last year so when Laura asked me about starting a club here, I said yes,” she said. “It’s important to build this sense of community here, and sometimes you have to think outside the box. It often comes full circle; asking yourself how do you allow people a safe way to explore a healthy lifestyle. I love being part of that community.”
Brietana Jackson, Bea Jackson BC HIS, RHIP owner Carolyn Megli Bea, Brietana and Carolyn at NexGen Hearing are committed to improving the lives of the people of Vernon to help them become better listeners, better hearers & better communicators at work, at home and in their relationships providing discreet hearing solution services. Our mandate for NexGen Hearing Clinic is to create a new social norm in which the majority respects their hearing and do what they can to keep their hearing working at its optimum throughout life. We welcome you to call or come visit and book your complimentary hearing evaluation.
778.475.4007
2 Locations to serve you … 201- 5100 Anderson Way, Vernon Bloom Wellness Center - 2161 Shuswap Avenue, Lumby
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Meet our Team! The women of Paradigm Naturopathic look forward to seeing you in their new location to provide you with personalized quality healthcare. Services include: Counselling, Massage, Nutrition and Yoga. Sherry Klem and Julie May Patient Care Coordinators
Rhonda Rabuck MTC Counselor
Jen Bond
RMT Massage Therapy
Evelyn Vehlow IV Technician
Mel Spooner
Nutritionist, Yoga Co-ordinator
Debbie Chadwick Yoga Teacher
Shaunti Norrish Bookkeeper
#104 - 2802 - 30th St, Vernon, BC • paradigmnaturopathic.com • For Appointments Please Call 778-475-3822
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Katherine Harvey
on Choosing the Right
With over 24 years in the awards and engraving industry, we like to ensure our customers find exactly what they are looking for. Five Star Awards takes pride in what we do whether it is a name tag to that special item recognizing someone’s outstanding achievement.
path Sharon Noble Certified Financial Planner
With almost 20 years as a financial advisor, Sharon has guided many clients to confident and correct financial decisions. Retirement looming? Sharon will help with pension & RRIF choices and income planning. Children are grown adults? Sharon will help with long term planning, estate distribution and taxation. Young children & grandchildren? Talk to Sharon about Education plans for them. Investments may be complicated, but the decision doesn’t have to be! Sharon has solutions and keeps it simple.
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Debra Burden Debra Burden has been offering her services as a Notary Public in downtown Vernon for over 22 years. These services include residential real estate sales and purchases, mortgages, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements, declarations and notarizing documents. Debra prides herself in the friendly, efficient and personal hands-on service which she and her assistants aim to provide. They take the time to explain things and strive to guide you through your legal process with care, compassion and understanding. Debra and her staff look forward to being of service to you!
DEBRA BURDEN NOTARY PUBLIC
3017A – 30 Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 2C1 250.549.2994 dburden@shawbiz.ca
Put yourself to the test. Do your homework. Take your new career for a test drive. With the world ever-changing in nearly every way, one area that certainly isn’t bucking that trend is the workplace. Technology seems to be making daily changes to how companies do business. But while technology is certainly leaving its mark, so too is an ideological shift with respect to work. Whereas it was once common for people to choose a career path and stick with it until it came time to retire, more and more of today’s workers find themselves making at least one career change during their lifetime. Many more change careers several times before settling on the one they’ll pursue
until it comes time to retire. While change is good, the growing trend of career changes can be looked at as part of a greater problem: many of today’s workers are choosing the wrong path at the start of their employment journey. That’s not to say this is a bad thing, as many people simply don’t know what they want to do when it comes time to enter the workforce, and many more still don’t know several years into their professional lives. Fortunately, for people in such a quandary, there is advice to consider to ensure your next career change will take you down the right path.
Min Sidhu A highly motivated and dynamic professional with over 18 years of provincial government inner workings experience; Min has had the opportunity to deliver a wide range of community projects, community consultations, proposals and public relations. Clear, refined and diplomatic communicator, both oral and written, she is passionate, dedicated with a high level of personal and professional integrity. Min is the Executive Assistant to Eric Foster, Government Caucus Whip and MLA for Vernon Monashee; she welcomes and looks forward to assisting you with concerns, enquiries and/or any provincial assistance you may require.
Eric Foster, MLA
3209 31st Avenue,Vernon, BC,V1T 2H2 Tel: (250) 503-3600 • Fax: (250) 503-3603 e-mail: min.sidhu@leg.bc.ca
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Put yourself to the test Many job-hunting agencies offer services that are designed to help you find the right career path. This typically involves lots of selfassessment, where you’ll take tests to see what it is you truly want to do with your life and what you want out of a career. These tests can be accurate or useless, depending on how honest you are with yourself. Keep an open mind with whatever results the tests find. And remember, if the test says you’re best suited for a certain field but you don’t agree, you can always move on to other methods.
Do your homework Choosing the right career path, whether you’re fresh out of college or well into your professional life, involves researching what careers are out there and what’s best suited to your talents and goals. Typically, such research yields a number of fields that match both interests and career goals. Some of these careers you might not even know about, while some could be obvious. If your research produces a handful of careers, you’ve now narrowed your search and can begin more extensive research. Consider seeking advice from a career
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counsellor who might help you speed up the process.
Take your new career for a test drive. Once you’ve done your research on your narrowed list, consider taking a couple of those prospective careers on a “test drive.” Rather than give your two weeks notice and just dive right in, try volunteering in your prospective field first. This will give you a chance to see if your research was right and the career is something you’re willing to try out for the long haul. It can also help you eliminate making a mistake and taking a job you won’t like.
Go for it If you like what you’ve seen and feel like it’s the right direction for you, then go for it. While it will seem like a big risk, as the current workplace climate suggests, you’re certainly not the first nor will you be the last to make a career change or choose a career that may or may not be right for you. Just make the most of whatever choice you make.
Thank You Ladies …
for all of your hard work and dedication everyday at Butcher Boys!
BUTCHER BOYS Your Community Food Market
“Proudly Independent — Locally Owned & Operated for over 52 Years” by Butcher Boys Ent. Ltd.
4803 Pleasant Valley Road (Corner of Pleasant Valley and Silver Star Road)
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Stephanie Stecyk
Lynnaya Filbrandt
Tracy Cole
Suzanne Beugeling
Kim Slattery
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Brenda Burgess
Carol Williment
Sharon Johnson
Lisa Smilowski
Tammy Stelmachowich
Tammy Seagris
Office Manager
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Classified Consultant
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Circulation Manager
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Katherine Mortimer
Kristen Froneman Entertainment Editor
Lisa VanderVelde
Jennifer Smith
Michelle Snelgrove
Debbie Moore
Reporter
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Photographer
Janice Collier
Barb Rae
Lisa Starke
Brenda Giesbrecht
Moana Peltier
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For more than 26 years over 50 professional women at The Morning Star and Black Press have contributed their unique & diverse skills to help publish the many mediums of The Morning Star.
Young Entrepreneurs
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Joan Carlsen
need experienced mentors
M
entors are an important and invaluable resource directly linked to entrepreneurial success. ARE YOU READY TO BE ONE? Research suggests that good mentoring is critical to business success. Indeed, 88 per cent of entrepreneurs who have mentors survive in business, while only 50 per cent of those without a mentor make it through. This is why the Canadian Youth Business Foundation provides handmatched mentors to young entrepreneurs. CYBF recruits people with diverse business know-how to help them thrive. Mentors come in all shapes and sizes. They could be managing million-dollar companies or have decades of experience running local convenience stores. They may be experts in law, accounting, or marketing. They could be leading a not-for-profit organization or work as professionals for the government.
Joan has worked with owner, Traci Evans, for ten years and is proud to be the Senior Team Leader with Okanagan Traffic Control Professionals Inc. Known locally for many years as “Smiley”, the mother of two and Grandmother of two has gone from being a “newbie” in 2004, to Supervisor, H & S employee representative and Trainer. Joan truly enjoys her job. Okanagan Traffic Control, a COR certified company, always has a great team of TCPs. They are very professional and take their responsibility for the public and crew safety seriously yet still believe you should enjoy your job, as you spend a lot of time there!
Many Canadians have experience and skills that are relevant to someone in the start-up phase of their business.
Along with working construction sites for a variety of local contractors, Okanagan TCP proudly provides traffic control for a number of special events throughout the year. You will see them at triathlons, graduations, the Balloon Glow, The IPE Parade, and numerous others, including the Annual Longboard Race on Middleton Mtn.
The organization reports that since 1997, more than 3,000 volunteer mentors have successfully guided more than 5,600 young CYBF entrepreneurs through their crucial early stages – and is currently recruiting new mentors to support Canada’s next wave of young business leaders. It only requires four to five hours per month and a commitment of up to two years. Anyone with time to give, plus a successful track record in their business sector, is welcome.
So watch for them on the road, and share a smile. Remember, slow down, stay off the phone and pay attention. We all want to get home safe.
250-546-8017 Armstrong, BC
Charlene H Smart, CPA CGA Would you like to feel at ease to ask your accountant in layman terms your business or personal tax questions? If so, at Smart & Associates, Certified General Accountant it is our philosophy is to work closely with you, establishing a comfortable working relationship as we provide a wide variety of services to support your accounting or tax needs. Our boutique firm supports a wide spectrum of clients at any phase of their business from start up, growth, financial challenges and transitions phases without judgement and we advocate assertively for you when dealing with Canada Revenue Agency. Charlene is proud to have hosted two Women’s Leadership Workshops and now to be a sponsor of the exciting, upcoming Vernon Women in Business event.
“The business needs of young entrepreneurs are as diverse as the mentors themselves,” says Linda Morana, CYBF Mentor in Residence. “Professionals looking to give back while using their unique skills and experiences, and acquiring new ones, are sure to find it mutually rewarding.” MORANA SAYS THAT MENTORS WILL GAIN: ➥ A personal connection with a young entrepreneur.
➥ Valuable mentor training
and support from CYBF’s inhouse experts.
➥ The sense that they are
making a difference and contributing to the economic development of Canada or their local community.
➥ Pride in contributing to the launch of a successful business endeavor.
➥ An expanded business network that has inspired new ideas and approaches for their own businesses. www.newscanada.com
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2904 - 31st St, Vernon • 250-542-4496
Tamara Cinnamon Tamara Cinnamon, owner broker of Sutton Group Lakefront Realty has successfully created a totally new culture in a Real Estate office! Proud of her professional Realtors® superb client care, involvement in the community and their support of one another, Tamara models what it means to play hard in business without losing site of life’s simple pleasures. She continues to be inspired to make a positive impact in the world. Her other passions include her family, her hero Ken, their dogs Jasper and Pedro, Silver Star snowboarding and classic cars!
Sutton Group Lakefront Realty 250.549.3944 • www.suttonlakefront.com 2749 - 30 Street, Vernon
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Kim Mckiernam Co-owner of Billy D’s Family Restaurant, Kim has been a resident of Vernon for 24 years and she brings more than two decades of practical experience in her field. In 1990 she helped open a Denny’s Restaurant in Calgary, Alberta then another restaurant a year later in Vernon. Kim remained with Denny’s until 2006 when she ventured into retail sales at Payless Shoes in the Village Green Center. It is there that she brought her store to #3 in Canada and #2 in the District. Prior to leaving Payless in 2013, she captured the award of “Team Player“ for her outstanding contributions to her Employees as well as the Company and recieved honourable mention with Paylesss for her active part in The United Way Campaign bringing donations for the district up 69%. Kim and her husband Bill belong to the C.F.I.B. group and are voting members. C.F.I.B speaks on your behalf to the government on issues that impact small business owners. Billy D’s recently celebrated their first business anniversary on March 11th 2014, they are not a franchise they are Independent business owners and look forward to playing an active role in the community. Kim invites you to stop in say “Hi!” Billy D’s is open 7 days a week.
BILLY D’s
Family Restaurant
3127 - 30th Avenue www.billyds.ca
250-545-3228
Wardrobe Tips FOR EVERY WOMEN Celebrities and public figures make many things look easy, especially when it comes to fashion. Money alone does not buy style, and chances are the average woman has the wardrobe staples necessary to look her best. Such essentials need not cost a fortune to produce a seemingly endless array of outfits.
Take inventory of the basics Women should go through their closets and find the wardrobe pieces that can be put to use in multiple combinations. Timeless styles can be used over and over, and some items work well as a base for a multitude of outfits. For example, a simple sleeveless dress in a neutral color can be worn alone, paired with a cardigan for a professional or casual look, or even made to look corporate with a blazer for a business meeting. A sheath in black, tan or navy can be worn repeatedly and matched to a bevy of other pieces. In addition to a simple dress, a pair of black pants, a knee-length skirt, a few tanks or camisoles, a pair of dark-colored jeans, and solid-colored cardigans can be mixed and matched in different ways.
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Spice up the basics with some new items that feature hot colors of the season. Pastels, orange and neon colors are big for the spring and summer. Orange can also carry into autumn. A bold blazer will add appeal to an office combination. A printed scarf paired with a neutral blouse and pants adds some color and whimsy without being too bold. Add some punch to any wardrobe with strapped shoes or flashy accessories.
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Sarah & Kelly Okanagan Restoration Services has been a leading locallyowned and operated restoration company in the Valley for over 22 years, providing guaranteed service using leading-edge technologies and equipment – all executed and delivered by trained, professional (and friendly!) restoration experts. Being locally owned and operated means supporting our community is always important to us. Our community involvement includes donations to multiple charities, supporting different events with prizes, supplying the Vernon Women’s Transition House with renovation assistance, sponsoring and assisting in the Vernon Fire Department Smoke Alarm program and so much more. We’re always happy to help any way we can! We were recently honored to be nominated at the 2014 Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards in the following categories: Sterling Service Award, Community Supporter Award and Marketer of the Year Over 10 Employees Award. Thank You Vernon, we couldn’t have been more proud to be nominated. Thank You to the entire Okanagan Valley for their last 22 years of support and we look forward to many more years of serving you to come!
Charlene Deuling Born and raised in the beautiful Okanagan valley, Charlene Deuling is owner/operator of Vernon’s book and vintage jewelry store, Expressions of Time. Customers accredit Expressions of Time’s success to an outstanding, organized selection of new and used books. Charlene would like to thank her customers for the great support in making her business a success these past 3 years! Expressions of time has a wide variety of books, specializing in mostly non-fiction subjects like new age, self help, tarot, cooking, back to the land, children’s, travel, and many more. Check out our website “www.expressionsoftime.ca” for a full range of our products. Charlene has over 20 years of experience buying and selling vintage jewelry. Within the store you will find vintage jewelry from the Victorian era to current styles.
Vernon 250-542-3470 • Kelowna 250-491-0224 Penticton 250-487-1289
6236 Pleasant Valley Road, Vernon www.okrestore.com
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E XPRESSIONS O F T IME
250-308-4491 2901 - 30th Ave, Vernon www.expressionsoftime.ca
Quality Used & New Books + Vintage Jewelry Shop
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Diamond Leaders: Debbie Schneider, Karen Pogue, Sloan Fischer, Darcy Sochan Missing—Mary Bullard Ruby Leaders: Patti Wood, Judi Steeves, Lisa Langford, Brenda Williams, Kory Rousseau, Tamara Cinnamon, Dana Saunders, Glynis Watkins, Leslie Nuyens, Shell Duggan, Theresa Staber, Cheryl Eedens, Wendy Owens. Missing: Brenda Mulder, Kristy Eedens.
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oth Silhouette Fashion Boutique and Okanagan Woman Magazine were started as business ventures because parttime goat farmer, gift shop owner and full time accountant, TJ Wallis, saw a couple of opportunities -- niches that needed filling. “As an accountant, my busy time of year is January through April. I wanted something to keep me busy during the rest of the year, so I opened a gift/candy store in the retail space next to my office in downtown Armstrong. “ It didn’t take long to realize that the bestselling items in the gift store were handbags and scarves. Her mostly female clientele often asked if she would consider bringing in more fashion items. There hadn’t been a women’s clothing store in Armstrong in well over 7 years and locals were missing it. So TJ put on her accountant’s hat and crunched some numbers. She knew the boutique would have the support of Armstrong women, but she also knew she would have to draw in from other areas to make a viable business. That would require a larger marketing budget than she could afford. But what if … ? What if she published her own magazine, one in which she could advertise her store, one that would appeal to the audience she wanted to attract to Silhouette Fashion Boutique? That just might work. Women are the number one consumers and they are the number one readers of magazines! With 100,000 women over the age of 25 living in the Okanagan, TJ saw an opportunity – a niche market. And so the idea for Silhouette Fashion Boutique and Okanagan Woman Magazine was born. Both businesses are thriving and TJ credits that to their mutualistic relationship. They are so well suited, a perfect marriage, each supporting the other and each perfectly capable of standing on their own, too. During January and February, the store expanded to make room for new spring stock. “Now that the snow has disappeared, we’d love to show off our new floor space. We’ve doubled in size, from 700 to 1400 square feet! That means we’ve doubled our inventory, too.” TJ expects that Silhouette Fashion Boutique’s online presence will play a significant role in bringing in shoppers from throughout the Okanagan. The new online store helps showcase the boutique’s collections from Salmon Arm to Penticton, and beyond. It gives women a very good idea of what they can expect when they come out to Armstrong to shop. It gives them the confidence that it is worth the drive. And, of course, they don’t have to make the drive if they don’t want to because ordering online is easy. “I think it gives on-line shoppers a feeling of security to know that we have a bricks and mortar store right here in the Okanagan and they can come visit us anytime! Well, at least, Monday to Friday 10 – 5 and Saturdays, 10 – 3 ”
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Know the cuts and colors that work
Looking polished means finding the hues and styles that fit with a particular body type and skin coloring, more so than simply following the latest trends. A woman who understands her body type can rely on pieces that are designed to flatter. Not all colors work on every person. While greens and yellows may look good on one person, a woman with an olive skin tone may look washed out wearing these shades too close to her face. Similarly, fair- or dark-skinned women may fade into their clothing if the pieces are too similar to their skin tone. Once a match is found, these can be the go-to looks that enable her to always look polished.
Make sure it fits
Clothing that does not fit properly will not look good no matter how fashionable or expensive it might be. Rather than fixating on the size printed on the tag, women should shop for clothing based on fit. This could mean bringing a few different sizes into the dressing room and figuring out which one fits best. Not all designers run true to size, and some fabrics will have more give than others. A good rule of thumb is to always fit the largest part of your body. The other measurements can be tailored accordingly.
Invest in good undergarments
Sometimes it isn’t the clothes that can make the woman, but the structure pieces she wears underneath. Fitting experts attest that nearly 80 percent of women are wearing the wrong size bra. Most women are slipping into bras that are too small. Although bras range in size from 28AAA to 56FF, the majority of department stores stock a limited number of the most popular sizes. Therefore, women may squeeze into bras that are not sized correctly. A better idea is to go to a specialty lingerie shop to get properly sized. A well-fitting bra also transforms the way shirts and dresses look and fit. Before investing in an entirely new wardrobe, women should invest in new bras. Looking good does not have to require spending a fortune or overhauling a wardrobe. Mix and match existing clothing with some new, well-fitting pieces to revitalize your look.
Debbie Tolpinrud ... is a Certified Interior Decorator and Certified Canadian Staging Debbie Tolpinrud and ReDesign Specialist. She is an active member of Vernon Women In Business and The Canadian ReDesigners Association. Building her own homes and working closely with builders has been her inspiration to help home owners. She brings her passion for home decor, architecture and colour to each and every client. By Inspired Design’s goal is to work with clients creating beautiful spaces whether they are selling, building or updating their homes. Debbie Stages real estate properties so they sell quickly and for top dollar and ReDesigns homes for clients who wish to have a refreshed “Show Home” feel. Debbie uses her expertise in interior decorating and design, colour selection and coordination, furniture placement, downsizing, de-cluttering, product sourcing and landscape design to provide solutions for her clients. No matter what the budget is, she creates exciting spaces and enhances the beauty of each client’s home. Being organized, paying attention to every little detail, and building relationships are important to Debbie and her business. She listens carefully to her clients, working with their vision and needs, and will go the extra mile to ensure they are completely satisfied...that’s a guarantee!
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Women in Business
Sunday, May 25, 2014 - The Morning Star Z41
ARMSTRONG
Women in Business MEET THESE SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURIAL WOMEN IN YOUR COMMUNITY FOR YOUR EYES ONLY Gift Gallery
Lyn Fraser
Supporting local, B.C. & Canadian Artists & Artisans Pottery, Jewelry, Art, Art Cards, Unique Wood Carving and Fabric Creations, and more!
Judy, Olga, Miriam 2520 Pleasant Valley Blvd. 778-442-4557
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The Ultimate Wine and Brew Experience! 2855 Moray Street 250.309.3364
Featuring Bamboo and Organic Cotton Clothing
Lisa Holmes
2545 Patterson Ave. Armstrong • 250-546-6954 www.armstrongwineandbrew.com
“Turning Feelings into Flowers ...”
Kelli Muskett
3105 Smith Drive • 250-546-8771 armstrongflowers@telus.net www.armstrongflowershop.com
Corinne Jeppesen Corinne moved to Armstrong with her parents in 1979 and picked asparagus as a teenager on weekends and after school. Now almost 35 years later she is growing asparagus (across the road from where she grew up) with her husband Mark. This year Corinne and her husband Mark are celebrating 17 years of growing asparagus. Their first harvest (in 1997) lasted only 10 days and was sold on the honor system. Customers bagged and weighed their own asparagus and made change in an ice cream bucket. Today the farm (store) is set up to take you back in time with antiques and old photos of Armstrong and Spallumcheen. Recipe ideas and pickled asparagus are just a few of the extras you will find at the farm store. There is now also a second location at 4239 Salmon River Rd. Mark & Corinne also grow cantaloupe, garlic, squash, strawberries, sweet corn & watermelon. Free guided and self - guided (with map) farm tours are available. For large groups, pre-booking is recommended.
OPEN EVERYDAY • 8AM - 5PM
250-546-9301 1-877-903-5599
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Women in Business
Lisa Angelis What an incredible first year Lisa has had at Serenity Tanning! The support has truly been amazing from all the clients that have been coming here for years and years. Lisa feels they have welcomed her and she has met some fantastic people. It is important to her that she knows her customers when they walk through the door. Serenity Tanning is a great place to come every day as everyone is happy and they leave in a great mood. Some things have change this past year as Lisa added swimwear and apparel and it was a hit. They have also added some great skin care products that go hand in hand with tanning and just recently added spraytans. It was an area that they felt they needed to expand into as people want that option. Not everyone has the time to get in and build a Tan. Lisa loves the feedback so she encourages everyone to let us know what brands they would like to see or other services they would like. Serenity Tanning has a great team of girls whose priority, of course, is always having well maintained hot beds and a clean, sanitary and comfortable environment. Lisa feels there is only one down side to this business and that is getting everyone set for a vacation and then sending them on their way to the beaches in Mexico while she am stuck here. Lisa looks forward to another great year with you all. Drop ins are always welcome and first tan is always complimentry so come down and check us out.
Suite 47 - 100 Kalamalka Lake Rd, Vernon • 250-545-9559
Celeste Sali
2 Silver Tommie Awards
About Celeste She grew up in the Okanagan; has weathered the ups & down of the construction trade. With 28 years of cabinet experience; building custom cabinets, advancing into design, sales and site management is something she is very proud of. Her vast knowledge awarded her ‘on time and virtually error free’ success. She’s a ‘hands on’ designer and loves coming to work every day; she can’t imagine doing anything else and has a sense of humor while doing it! What her clients say... - Takes pride in helping make your kitchen design process & installation less stressful. - REALLY hears your wants & desires, takes pride in turning your vision into reality, giving you a kitchen to enjoy for years to come. - Makes the entire process fun. Celeste would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to all her clients, co-workers, friends & family who have supported her while building her fantastic career. See her profile on Houzz.com: www.houzz.com/pro/celestesali
Kitchen & Bath Solutions
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Women leave jobs for various reasons. Some women cite disparities in pay, an inability to advance through the company or incompatibility with a particular place of business as their reasons for seeking new employment, while others leave jobs to take time off for family obligations, only to reenter the workforce at a later time. Transitioning between jobs is common, but professionals can take certain steps to ensure their transition works out for them and does not burn any bridges along the way. Be clear about why you are leaving. Having firm reasons for your resignation will enable you to leave with more confidence and conviction. Provide enough notice to the company. While two weeks is standard, some positions may require more or less time. It’s best not to drag your exit out too long though.
Diana Vona Excellence in customer service is Diana’s passion. She wanted to create a beautiful store that would make her customers feel important; getting that little extra care and attention. Diana wanted that small town atmosphere where you know your customers by name. With a vision in her head, Diana worked hard for two months and the inspiration came to life. She knew she did the store justice when her friend Jackie cried when she first saw the store. Diana’s motto for customers is “if you don`t love it, don`t buy it”. She wanted the highest quality of goods for each price point and she stocks Canadian made products because they are the standard to follow. Why not have quality instead of quantity? It is so important for our health as we spend many hours in our bedroom and our bodies absorb what is in our fabrics.
3212 30th Avenue, Vernon • 778-475-4603 • 778-475-4902
Meet with your boss first. Don’t let a boss find out about your intentions to leave the company through the workplace gossip mill. It is always more professional to keep plans to yourself and show your boss the respect of hearing about your decision to leave first. Continue to do your job to the best of your abilities. Slacking off damages good will and is a surefire way to burn some bridges. Put in your best effort until the day you leave the company behind. Maintain decorum even if it was not your idea to leave. Being fired or downsized can hurt, particularly when you thought you were doing a good job. Remain cool and always be professional. How you conduct yourself when facing adversity could speak well to your future employers. When it is time to leave an employment position for a new one, do so with grace and humility.
Ruth Hoyte AE Berry Ltd and Baron Insurance Broker Group are excited about their recent Merger, both long time family owned and operated, proud to serve the Vernon area. Baron Insurance provides a wide variety of insurance products, serviced by friendly fully licensed professional staff, committed to customer service. Ruth is the Branch Manager of the Downtown office on 30th Ave. We have a wide variety of markets and specialty products to meet your needs. It would be a pleasure to review your insurance needs and provide a quote. Ruth was honored in 2013 as Vernon’s Woman of the Year and takes pride in serving in the community. She is an avid supporter of the business community, and is the Past President of the Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Downtown Vernon Association. She currently serves on the Vernon Winter Carnival Society and the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Ruth also involved with the Insurance Industry serving on the Insurance Brokers Board, as well as Insurance Council of B.C. She can be seen performing Oriental Dance, as the Artistic director and choreographer of the Desert Moon Dancers Her greatest joy is her grandchildren.
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For 45 years, Baron Insurance has been part of your neighbourhood. Family owned and operated, our clients are our friends and neighbours, so you can count on us to steer you in the right direction for all your insurance needs. Contact any of our experienced Insurance Brokers at one of our convenient Vernon locations today. Landing Plaza, 5301-25th Avenue 250-545-6565 4800 Anderson Way 250-545-4447
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…Introducing the Ladies at VERNON Kirsten
Product Advisor
Kirsten has been in the auto industry for over 16 years, starting in Toronto before moving to the beautiful Okanagan and working for Vernon Toyota for the last 8 years. Kirsten is a product advisor (sales & leasing) and also does the website maintenance & internet Sales. Being able to do the initial research online, on a car of interest, is something she believes to be of great benefit in saving time of potential customers. She tries to make the used car listings as detailed as she can, with lots of pictures, and even video “walk–arounds”. Kirsten knows how overwhelming it can be out there buying a car, so she is always empathetic to the needs of her customers. She wants to continue to provide an extraordinary level of customer service, something she always strives for.” Kirsten absolutely loves the lifestyle here in the Okanagan in all the seasons. She spends her time away from work being active, exploring, hiking (& snowshoeing) with her dog, biking, boating & swimming in the summer months.
Rylee
Sales Reception
Rylee has been with Vernon Toyota for almost 3 years now! When she’s not helping you with your Toyota needs, she enjoys writing, art and spending time with family and friends. Photo: The Huston Spot
Megan
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Sales Reception Saturday
Our Saturday girl, is looking forward to her graduation day this year!
Lindsay
Toyota Service Department
Janice
Kendra
The ladies in Vernon Toyota’s Service department are here to ensure that all your vehicle service needs are met and offer superior customer service. We also have a shuttle vehicle ready to take you home or to your next appointment while your vehicle is here for maintenance.
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VERNON
Finance Service Manager
TOYOTA !
Jacqueline
Jacqueline has been in the industry for over 14 years and loves working with the Vernon Toyota team. “Great people and great products in a state of the art facility…. It’s a dream position!” As the Financial Services Manager at Vernon Toyota, Jacqueline does all the leasing and financing in addition to offering valuable products and services like Toyota’s Extended Care Plan and Environmental Protection Packages. “Buying your vehicle is usually the second largest purchase you make in your life. I love to be part of that excitement and help our clients find the most affordable way to get exactly what they want.” When not at work, Jacqueline is busy with her 3 children, who are all very active in sports and school activities. Originally from Vancouver but a Vernon resident now for 13 years, Jacqueline loves all the Okanagan has to offer…. camping, the beaches, golf, boating, skiing at Silver Star and touring the wineries! She loves to cook and entertain in her home and is always happiest when she is surrounded by friends and family.
Finance Service Manager
Helen
Helen has been part of the Vernon Toyota team for a year now, but has been in the automotive industry for 24 years. She loves getting to know her customers, making sure they understand the contracts, options, and accessories of their vehicle before they leave. She is a loyal Toyota owner, and loves to see people buying Toyota product. Helen and her husband along with their dog “Buddy” moved to Armstrong last year. They love the area & people and can’t think of anywhere they would rather be.
Toyota Administration & Payroll Department
Kami
Erma
Amber
Our administration & payroll office staff work hard to ensure all the proper paperwork is in place for the customers and employees of Vernon Toyota. We take pride in our customer service and employee satisfaction.
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