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City extends parking grace period Vernon motorists will get a few extra minutes when plugging the meter but not everyone’s convinced there is a problem downtown. On Monday, city council agreed to extend the grace period for expired parking meters from two to five minutes as a way of reducing the number of parking tickets issued. While he voted for the motion, Mayor Akbal Akbal Mund Mund says conflicts are arising because many residents are gone longer than the time they paid for or they didn’t put money in the meter to start with.
“Staff are not being over-zealous,” said Mund, who has joined bylaw compliance staff on their patrols twice. “It’s not an issue for bylaw. They are doing their job.” Coun. Catherine Lord also has little sympathy for anyone who gets a ticket. “Everyone in town knows there are parking meters downtown. You know you have to pay,” she said. However, Coun. Brian Quiring pushed for the grace period. “People want the ability to run into a store to get change to plug the meter,” said Quiring, who has been concerned that the potential of parking tickets deters people from going downtown. The grace period, once in effect, will include the time it takes for a bylaw compliance officer £
to write a ticket. If the vehicle owner returns before the officer is finished writing the ticket, the officer has the ability to cancel the ticket. It will cost $3,200 to reprogram all parking meters to reflect the new grace period. Parking violations currently provide more than $225,000 per year in revenue to the city. What difference the extended grace period will make to revenue is unknown, Clint Kanester, bylaw compliance manager, estimates a possible five per cent reduction on ticket production, equaling about $11,250 based on 2014 statistics. And the issue of parking isn’t over as Coun. Scott Anderson will bring forward a motion to scrap the $25 fee to appeal a ticket (it is only charged if the ticket is upheld). “The ticket is no more than $25 so that’s 100 per cent (increase). It’s a double-down,” he said.
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A nearly five-hour standoff between a man and Vernon RCMP ended peacefully Tuesday morning. Officers responded to a report of a man destroying the basement of a home in the 3900 block of 21st Avenue just after 10 p.m. Monday. One officer spoke to a woman outside the residence who said that the only way out of the basement was through a back door. Two other people leaving the basement area told police the suspect was destroying the downstairs basement. “Our officer went to the stairs leading to the basement and he noticed a small hallway piled with broken furniture,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “The barricaded suspect would not allow police access to the basement rooms. He uttered threats about lighting the house on fire, as well as threatened the police officers with a knife. He threw several objects at the members from behind his barricade as well.” During the standoff, police said the suspect could be seen breaking chairs and furniture, and punching several holes through walls. Negotiations were set up in attempts to defuse the situation as the suspect was in possession of two different knives. During the course of negotiations, the suspect finally threw two knives out through a hole he had punched in a wall. The 33-year-old suspect was taken into police custody at approximately 3:05 a.m. without incident. “Luckily, nobody was hurt during this five-hour ordeal,” said Molendyk. The suspect was taken to Vernon Jubilee Hospital for treatment, and police are requesting a mental health assessment. Police are recommending charges of uttering threats, two counts of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and mischief over $5,000.
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Opposition doesn’t stop pellet plant bid RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
A controversial industrial project is moving ahead despite ongoing opposition. A large crowd filled Coldstream’s municipal office Monday as council voted 3-2 (Coun. Richard Enns was away) to issue a development permit for a pellet plant at Tolko Industries’ mill on School Road. “The permit simply looks at the esthetics of the building, and does it meet the (district’s) guidelines,” said Mike Reiley, the district’s director of development services. Many residents in Lavington are concerned that a pellet plant may impact air quality and create issues around noise, traffic and fire. “The development permit does not relate to Agricultural Land Reserve land or if the Ministry of Environment has issued a permit to operate the facility. It’s not related to emissions,” said Reiley. Pinnacle Renewable Energy has received Agricultural Land Commission and Ministry of Environment approval for its proposal. Opposition to granting the development permit came from Councillors Glen Taylor and Gyula Kiss. “We’re putting the cart before the horse,” said Taylor of residents appealing the ministry permit and an ALC review. “There are a lot of issues and this (development permit) is the last thing we should
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withhold a development permit based on issues not under its mandate. In response to residents’ concerns, Coldstream council will ask the Ministry of Environment to install an air monitoring station in Lavington. Officials with Pinnacle Renewable Energy welcome council’s issuance of the development permit for the pellet plant. “The next step will be to commence con-
struction in the coming weeks,” said Leroy Reitsma, Pinnacle president. However, some challenges still exist as a residents’ group known as Lavington Is For Everyone is appealing the Ministry of Environment’s issuance of an operating permit to Pinnacle to the B.C. environmental appeal board. “There is a strong reason to believe provincial air quality objectives have not been met,” said Geoffrey Nielson, LIFE spokesperson. LIFE had asked Coldstream council to not approve a development permit until a variety of conditions had been met, including science-based evidence on emissions, completion of a review of the ALC decision to permit the land use and consideration of fire and explosion risks at the plant. Resident Max Russmann urged the municipality to take action. “You as council members have a fiduciary and moral responsibility to put citizens ahead of private profit,” he said. Reitsma says he will wait to see if residents launch a formal protest of the Ministry of Environment’s permit to discharge contaminants into the air. “If appealed, we are confident that the decision of the director to issue the permit will be shown to be the appropriate action given the strength of environmental aspects of this project,” he said.
Vernon mayor defends snow clearing RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Vernon’s mayor isn’t apologizing about road conditions after a major snow storm. Akbal Mund says he is satisfied city crews did everything they could to clear roads during the storm Jan. 4 and 5, and to remove giant piles of snow in the days following. “When you get a snowfall you haven’t had since 1937, you need to look at that,” he said of the city’s ability to keep up with steady snowfall over two days. The public works department’s office received 350 complaints about road conditions
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done overnight to minimize the disruption to motorists. Over the weekend, crews wrapped up snow removal on 27th Street and 32nd Street. On Monday night, snow was taken away from the downtown core east of 32nd Street, while the area west of 32nd Street was done Tuesday night. That will be followed by Highway 6, near Polson Park, and 48th Avenue. Vernon Transit’s Route #4 – East Hill is now operating on its regular route and schedule after the storm. Temporary no parking signs have been posted on 26th Street near the Catholic church.
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Hydro warns of scam making the rounds ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
It’s been around the Lower Mainland since fall, but it appears a scam targeting businesses has hit Vernon. One local business received a call from a man Wednesday afternoon saying he’d been hired by B.C. Hydro to disconnect the business’ power because they hadn’t paid their bill. The woman who answered said she was told to call a 1-800 number to pay the bill, and to also go out and get a gift card, pass on
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Some upgrades to Greater Vernon’s water system are getting an early start. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee has given early 2015 budget approval to five projects. “The big challenge for the engineering department is to get prices,” said Zee Marcolin, utility manager, adding that competitive bids can often be received prior to the budget being finalized March 31.
“We want to continue with the work in a timely manner and get good prices.” The projects include $700,000 for the Claremont water connection in Okanagan Landing, $660,000 for a Highway 6 water main replacement, $490,000 for the Pleasant Valley Road water main replacement, $400,000 for the Aberdeen low level outlet and $20,000 for a bleach tank at the Mission Hill treatment plant. Marcolin says that the Aberdeen outlet and the bleach tank must be addressed because of ongoing safety concerns.
However, director Gyula Kiss questioned giving early approval to the projects. “We haven’t seen the 2015 budget yet,” he said. “I don’t like to see something that still requires approval of the whole budget.” However, other committee members insist that early budget approval is standard. “I think all jurisdictions basically do the same thing. It’s about timing,” said Juliette Cunningham, chairperson.
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Lumby seeks funds for costly sewer project RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
A big-ticket bill is facing Lumby taxpayers. Council will pur-
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23 years past its prime,” ute funding, the village’s said Coun. one-third porJulie Pilon. tion of the total “It only cost will be has a few about $190,000. years left “Without and if we the grants, we’re don’t do hooped,” said something Mayor Kevin about it, Acton, addit will be a ing that Lumby Julie Pilon mess.” has a small tax If the base. federal and provincial The $190,000 curgovernments contrib- rently exists.
“We’ve been socking money away in reserves because we knew this was coming,” said Acton. Staff will proceed with a work plan for the project and once that is completed, a grant application will be sent to the provincial government. The deadline for the first round of applications is Feb. 18. Funding for the proj-
ect will be included in the village’s 2015-2019 financial plan. The lift station has been identified by consultants as the No. 1 sanitary project. “There is also concern from an environmental and regulatory perspective as the lift station is at an ongoing increased risk of exceeding the annual discharge volume
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we could to hold the line to maintain services,” said Tannis Nelson, community development co-ordinator. The possibility of an almost 10 per cent tax hike arose because of a decision years ago by Coldstream to remove Lavington from the White Valley parks service and put it into the Greater Vernon function. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee paid $114,000 a year to cover Lavington’s portion of existing debt load with White Valley but that agreement is now completed. The shortfall of $114,000 has been reduced to $77,000 through contracts for maintenance and other services being frozen and provincial Community Works funds covering capital projects. If the 9.8 per cent tax increase proceeds, it could amount to an additional $33 per house in Lumby (fig-
ures for Cherryville and rural Lumby have not been determined). “We will continue to evaluate that but at some point, we have to bite the bullet. It could possibly be spread over two years,” said Rick Fairbairn, chairperson. Other than raising taxes, Fairbairn says there are limited options to handle the shortfall. “We could close a facility but we’re responding to what the community wants (for activities),” he said. To prepare for the end of Lavington’s debt contribution, WVPRCAC has initiated tax increases of four to five per cent in recent years to bolster reserves and soften the financial impact. “Over the years, we have also received $900,000 in federal and provincial grants and without them, we would have dealt with a severe situation and possibily closed facilities,” said Fairbairn.
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Storm presents challenges in Armstrong ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
The month of January, as pointed out by public works manager Tim Perepolkin, is usually the City of Armstrong’s heavy snow month. He’s not kidding. Perepolkin and his staff continue to clean up and make snow removal assessments following last week’s massive storm that dumped close to 40 centimetres of snow. “We”re assessing sidewalks on a daily
basis and coming up with some priorities and see what we can do in some of these areas,” said Perepolkin, who wasn’t even born when the last storm of such magnitude hit the area in 1969, to city council Monday morning. “Some of the challenges we’ve faced are, in some older sections, the street right-ofways are very narrow, so we’ve got one lane of traffic opened with monster snow piles on one side of the road, and a pile of snow adja-
cent the sidewalk if the sidewalk’s opened, or the sidewalk’s buried.” To open up sidewalks, Perepolkin said crews have to push the snow behind or haul it away. Most of the time, crews are able to push away the snow. If it has to be hauled, that means bringing in additional resources and “gets very costly in a hurry.” “We worked through the weekend with our loader and two hired trucks to haul out the downtown core,” said Perepolkin.
“We hauled close to 100 loads of snow to open up extra parking and clear some visibility issues.” Armstrong crews have been working long shifts since the start of the snow Jan. 4. By 5 p.m. Jan. 5, all streets were accessible. There were issues for the sidewalk contractor, as the snow was too deep for his plow, so he changed to a snow blower on the morning of Jan. 5 before breaking down on Rosedale Avenue.
Crews, said Perepolkin, have been plowing sidewalks where possible with the loaders on the main routes and adjacent school, and a backup contractor arrived Jan. 8 to open the remaining main route sidewalks.
Secondary street sidewalks are in various conditions and have not been cleaned by city crews. “Some residents have cleaned sections, which, is appreciated, but it does tend to create additional prob-
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RCMP continue to seek the motorist involved in an accident where a pedestrian was injured in Coldstream last week. Just before 9 p.m. Jan. 8, officers responded to a report of a 69-year-old pedestrian being struck by a red SUV north of the Husband and Kalamalka roads intersection. A witness had a video because of a dashboard camera which showed a woman in the SUV getting out to check on the pedestrian. “The woman told people at the scene the pedestrian was fine, then she got back into her vehicle and left,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk,
lems when they push or blow the snow back out onto the street,” said Perepolkin, who added the city is concentrating its resources on moving snow that is causing a safety hazard on main routes and intersections.
adding police are still hoping to talk to her about the incident. “As of today (Monday), we have not located her.” The victim was lying unconscious on the side of the road. He has since been released from hospital after suffering a concussion and bruising. At the time, the pedestrian was wearing all black and was walking northbound on Kalamalka Road, the same direction of travel as the SUV. The woman in the SUV is described as a Caucasian with brown hair tied back, five-foot-two to five-foot-four tall and wearing a dark jacket and Capri-style pants. The driver is asked to call the Vernon RCMP detachment at 250-545-7171.
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Enderby RCMP officers approached an apartment complex with caution after a report of a man carrying a sword. Shortly before 7 p.m. Jan. 9, officers responded to a report of a man at a Baird Avenue apartment complex carrying a sword and yelling at a fellow complex resident to “come out and fight.” “When our officers attended, they were not able
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here are many residents who aren’t happy with elected officials in Coldstream. During Monday’s council debate on a development permit for a pellet plant, residents passionately expressed concern that such a facility will degrade air quality, particularly for students at adjacent Lavington Elementary School. “I’m astounded we’re even considering this,” said resident Andy Danyliu. “To install (emission) monitors after the fact to see what happened to our children may be too late.” Now it’s natural for people in the area to ring alarm bells about a pellet plant and what it may do to the air they breathe, especially since there has been a long-standing Richard Rolke concern about existing industrial activities there. But while the conversation over air quality and expanded manufacturing next to homes and a school is legitimate, the District of Coldstream’s hands are largely tied. “The (development) permit simply looks at the esthetics of the building, and does it meet the (district’s) guidelines,” Mike Reiley, the district’s director of development services, told the crowd. “The development permit does not relate to Agricultural Land Reserve land or if the Ministry of Environment has issued a permit to operate the facility. It’s not related to emissions.” That means Coldstream staff and council can only focus on specific guidelines, and they include the physical appearance of a building’s exterior, screening of storage areas, landscaping along roads and parking. “The review of the application must be limited to determining whether or not the project meets the requirements of the guidelines,” said Reiley in a written report to council.
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Yes, the district rezoned the property to allow for the industrial use in August, but it’s purely speculative that shooting it down then would have stopped the proposal in its tracks. The reality now is that zoning is in place, and Mayor Jim Garlick says withholding a development permit for matters outside of municipal jurisdiction could put the district in contravention of provincial legislation. That means that who owns the property or operates the plant is irrelevant to the district. While residents may want to appeal the Ministry of Environment’s permission for Pinnacle Renewable Energy to discharge contaminants into the air, the municipality cannot legally block a development permit to put pressure on the government. To do so could put all Coldstream taxpayers at risk of penalty. Coldstream council was also asked by residents to put consideration of the development permit in abeyance while the Agricultural Land Commission reviews its decision to allow a pellet plant as a non-farm use in the Agricultural Land Reserve. But if the ALC overturns its original decision, a development permit from the district doesn’t matter. The plant could not proceed at that site without non-farm status. Beyond the development permit, the only other ongoing role for Coldstream is water connections to the site, ensuring there is a fire plan and addressing potential traffic issues on School Road (not Highway 6 as it is a provincial route). In the end, residents likely took their frustrations to Coldstream council because local politicians are right here and easy to approach. That’s the complete opposite of the far-off bureaucracies that dominate the Ministry of Environment and the ALC. Appearing before these bodies is virtually impossible. Those challenges aside, though, the future of the pellet plant rests completely with provincial agencies. The District of Coldstream can only do what it’s permitted to do — no more, no less.
On Jan. 4, Roxanne Louie went missing in Penticton. While we hoped she would soon return to her family, it was not to be. Her alleged murder brings intensity and poignancy to the release of a report from the InterAmerican Commission on Human Rights calling for a national inquiry after it spent two years of studying the issue of missing and murdered indigenous women in B.C. According to the commission’s report, “disappearances and murders of indigenous women in Canada are part of a broader pattern of violence and discrimination against indigenous women in Canada.” Along with calling for a national inquiry the report calls for the government to address the underlying factors that exacerbate the violence against indigenous women. We needed two years of study to determine this? Year after year of women going missing in Vancouver before Willy Picton was caught or years of women disappearing or murdered along the Highway of Tears wasn’t enough to get the message across that there is a problem? Aboriginal women are seven times more likely to be murdered than non-aboriginal women. That’s not acceptable, nor are ongoing delays in addressing it. Senior governments have dodged taking steps to deal with the issue of murdered and missing aboriginal women. A national inquiry isn’t going to solve anything though, it is part of a process that should include positive and immediate changes to our police, social and justice systems. Solutions need to be found to this problem now, not five years from now after another inquiry reports back and governments slowly implement recommendations. It’s time now to apply common sense to this systemic crisis and not watch more aboriginal women fall victim while committees create more reports. — Penticton Western News
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would like to extend many thanks for the assistance I received from Mike, the driver of bus 2293 going from the Okanagan College campus in Coldstream to downtown one recent morning at around 7:20 a.m. I had made an ill-fated decision to stick to my usual routine of walking to work from Varsity Drive to the fire hall, but having trekked through the college grounds in more than knee deep snow, I got as far as the OC parking lot and decided to try to bus it. I could see the bus coming in, but it was the one going to UBCO and that driver kindly advised me that although he was going to carry on to the university, all of the other buses has been cancelled and recalled to the depot. I was going to need to do something
GREATER VERNON WATER On Sept. 16, 2012, your paper reported on a four-year, $400,000 grant from the Royal Bank of Canada's Blue Water Project to support the development of a codified body of Syilx water management knowledge in the Okanagan. Two years into that program, voters in Vernon were asked to vote on a $70 million water plan, also laid out in 2012. I am saddened that on Nov. 15, 2014, I was asked to vote on water use in Greater Vernon without the benefit of the knowledge from the Syilx (Okanagan First Nations) study, and without its findings being incorporated into an expanded plan. The current Greater Vernon master water plan contains six main items: filtration, separation of agricultural and domestic water, improved domestic distribution, a doubling of irrigation water capacity, a new pump station on Okanagan Lake and the raising of the Aberdeen Dam four metres. No doubt it is all impeccably engineered. It doesn't, however, appear to incorporate any possible natural purification opportunities, delivery systems, conservation systems and crop systems that a Syilx perspective might offer.
else to get to work. I was about to call and see if a cab
That might be a significant failing. It might be worth big savings. We just don't appear to know. What's more, with the recent Tsilq'hotin decision, it's clear that First Nation claims to land and water are legally very much alive in B.C. Because of that, I believe that the best long-term chance for Greater Vernon is to work with the Syilx to create mutually-beneficial systems that will lead to a unification of resources in the future. The alternative is to risk a dangerous politicization of water, that will reduce capacity in our region for everyone, if nothing else. Imagine what even five or 10 per cent of that $70,000,00 might do to further water sustainability, delivery and conservation? What's more, the proposed new pump station on Okanagan Lake, intended to draw agricultural water out of the lake rather than out of high country reservoirs has possible political repercussions we would be remiss to ignore. Water is a provincial and a First Nations concern, but when it crosses the border into Washington, it also becomes a national one. American laws around water are clear: water flowing through native American communities is
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first and foremost native American water, right up to its headwaters. That makes sense. After all, the Syilx live in Okanogan County as well. The border that cuts our valley in two is not their fault. A treaty signed between Washington and London did that. I'd certainly hate to spend $2.6 million dollars on a pump station, for water that might be compromised by international political pressures, when that money could be spent instead on developing shared water capacity and management with the Syilx, to ensure shared water for the future, created through work within our national, provincial, regional district, civic, and First Nations governments. In terms of water, not one of those is separate from the others. And not one of them is separate from very real demands being made today in Washington State. If the government in Ottawa is going to get involved in water, let's help them help us by developing water use in common — including conservation within living systems — for common use. If we don't do that, who knows? I for one don't want to spend $70 million on who knows. Harold Rhenisch
SNOW CLEARING PANNED Well, the first major snowfall is upon us and the new Vernon city council has failed miserably. If the intention was to save money on overtime, I guess you did this. You may have saved money, by not having any snowplows out Jan. 4 at night, but you did put citizens at risk. I work as a paramedic, and while most people should stay off the roads in a storm like this, emergency responders do not have this option. We have to go out. By not plowing the roads, you made responding to emergencies much more difficult. I know of one ambulance getting stuck twice because roads, including main roads such as 27th Street, were not plowed during the night. I spoke to a woman from Kelowna, after getting off shift who told me that the plows there were out all night. She says she pays higher taxes, but at least her roads get plowed early. I for one, would pay increase taxes, if it meant that in situations such as this snowfall, it is all hands on deck from the minute it starts, to the minute it ends, plowing the roads, ensuring that vehicles that need to get through, can. Please don't tell us that there
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was no money in the budget, for an all-hands response. I cannot see how much of the city's snow removal budget has been used so far. Bob Cail
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Lance Oscar Carr, also known as El Gitano, is an award winning flamencofunk guitarist and instructor from Vernon. Q: What’s flamenco funk? LC: Flamenco funk is a play on words. Flamenco is the folk music of southern Spain, which is what most people equate with Spanish guitar. Flamenco is a passionate, expressive art form. The funky side is the non-traditional North American side that’s a part of my playing as well, hitting the guitar like a drum, which was inspired by North American finger-style guitarists like Andy McKee and Preston Reed. I’ve always loved rhythm and the freedom of dance, and that’s how I would describe my style. Flamenco funk is a fusion of Spanish guitar and North American guitar. In flamenco, rhythm is king, which is the same with funk.” Q: How old were you when you first played guitar? LC: “My dad bought me my first guitar when I was eight for Christmas. I was extremely excited, however, I had no idea how to play. It took me a lot of practice and I’m still learning. When I first started learning guitar it was very challenging. I learned discipline and the importance of working hard at something and it developed into an obsession that’s kept me out of trouble in my youth and still to this day.” Q: What is worth waiting for? LC: “Love, success... Every positive experience in life is worth waiting for. I have had some very low points in my life, but I’ve always reached out for help when I couldn’t do it on my own because I know that the life I have been given is a beautiful gift. And even though pain in life can sometimes be unbearable, finding good friends and support as well as an expressive outlet, where I can express my feelings, like song, dance, music, guitar, and singing, has helped me persevere and be a survivor. Q: What’s your biggest regret, if any? LC: “I don’t like to be negative, so I try to live without regrets. My philosophy is to live in the present moment because the past
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“El gitano” Lance Carr is known for his performances around the okanagan and is the winner of the CFg Malaga, Spain, 2012 international guitar Competition. and the future are not where my happiness lies. My happiness and contentment can only happen in the now. Every moment is a gift. That’s why it’s called the present, and I try to savour every moment. However, if I were to have regrets, it would be wasting valuable moments of my life being pessimistic because there’s beauty in everything and everyone. You just have to look hard enough. It’s all about perspective. I need to practice more optimism and gratitude. Why waste any precious moment with regret? Life’s too short to be miserable! The things I regret in my past are now my motivation to live a better life. I regret not having self-esteem in my youth. As a teenager I was extremely shy and afraid to speak. My music has helped me rebuild my confidence and self-esteem and I do my best to hold my head up. My Spanish-gypsy advisor told me this once and it changed my self-esteem profoundly: ‘Keep your chin up; don’t cower before anyone.’ That’s how I live now. It’s not ego; it’s simply healthy self-esteem. This
is the biggest lesson I’ve learned in life. Love yourself because you’re worth it.” Q: If you could ask one person alive or dead only one question, who would it be and what would you ask? LC: “Paco de Lucia (now deceased). Can I live with your family? Can you teach me to play like you”? Q: How did you enjoy recording your CD El Gitano? LC: “El Gitano was a labour of love. I’ve been working on recording this album for a few years now whenever I had free time between raising three young boys, so it took me a while to complete it. But I am proud of it and happy to announce its release. I’ve dedicated one of the songs on the album to my three boys. Almost all of the instruments were recorded by me, except for Bulerias, which features Aaron Anderson on cajon and hand claps.” – Getting to Know is conducted by enterprising music lover and recent Kalamalka Secondary School grad Aniko Forgo.
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For its second film of the season, the Vernon Film Society has chosen the French comedy Chinese Puzzle, showing Monday at the Towne Cinema. A famous French writer in his early 40s, Xavier Rousseau (Romain Duris) is frequently on the run. Whether he’s chasing present or past lovers, his children, or his friends, the metaphor is clear — here is a fellow who is easily distracted and can lose sight of the things he wants and needs. He’s led an interesting
Artist’s Apperception opens at art gallery
but nomadic life and just as he’s settling down in Paris to write about it, his British wife Wendy (Kelly Reilly) tells him she’s leaving and taking their kids to New York City. Since his best gal pal Isabelle (Cécile De France) is also living there, and, worried about losing touch with his children, Xavier decides on a whim to leave Paris for New York, where his wife Wendy has just settled with their two children and her new lover. He finds a place in Chinatown, with the help of Isabelle’s new Chinese-
American girlfriend Ju (Sandrine Holt). Xavier hires a lawyer to assist in obtaining a permanent resident visa, which allows him to assert his paternal rights with Wendy. Meanwhile, he begins writing a novel chronicling his happy and not-so-happy adventures in the Big Apple. Two events make even more changes in his life: Isabelle asks him to be the sperm donor for a child she wants with Ju, and his exgirlfriend, Martine (Audrey Tautou), arrives with her two kids for a visit. The stage is
set for a thorough examination of the complexities of the heart. “(The director) pulls out all stops for the grand finale, a hilarious scenario in which all the story strands are woven together with compounding zest and good humour,” said Louise Keller, with Urban Cinefile The film screens Monday at 5:15 and 7:45 p.m. Tickets are available one week in advance at the Towne and Bean Scene for $7 (cash only). The film is in French, English, Spanish, Chinese and Yiddish. Subtitles are in English.
The Vernon Public Art Gallery is about to open an exhibition of mixed media paintings produced by Victoria-based artist and educator Neil McClelland. The conceptual focus of the exhibition, Apperception, is centered on the notions of appropriation and reinterpretation of works of art and how they are presented in museum spaces, says McClelland. “(The series of paintings) explore connections and disconnections between historical precedents and digitally-mediated ways of looking (at art),” he said. Based on screen shots from virtual gallery tours, which often distort the gallery spaces, the exhibition aims to incite public dialogue about historic and contemporary painting practices within the context of digitally-mediated visual culture. McClelland’s works are said to draw attention to the nature of viewing the works of art, whether in real physical spaces or in digitally-mediated virtual environments. McClelland grew up in Quebec and has lived and worked in Toronto, Montreal, Edmonton and Victoria. He has exhibited his work in commercial galleries and art centres across Canada and was artist in residence at Edmonton’s Harcourt House Artist Run Centre in 2009-10. McCleland has taught at the University of Victoria, Art Gallery of Alberta, and in other art education programs and is represented by galleries in Edmonton, Calgary and Ottawa. His work is driven by a passion for mark-making and a deep engagement with the tradition of painting. He is guided most by his desire to emphasize the physicality of the materials and the history of the construction of the image by showing evidence of the process. “We look forward to bringing Apperception to the citizens of the North Okanagan,” said VPAG executive director Dauna Kennedy-Grant. “Neil’s contemporary approach to viewing classical art is sure to encourage interesting dialogue regarding how we view the world around us today through new media.” The opening reception for Apperception is Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Refreshments and appetizers will be served. The VPAG is located at 3228 31st Ave. underneath the downtown Vernon parkade.
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Okanagan School of Ballet students recently passed their Royal Academy of Dance major exams in Kelowna. Examiner was Kit Lethby of Australia. Passing their intermediate foundation exam are Bridgette Carey (front, left), Larissa MacLean, Megan Loland, Anica Haberstock, Kalli Hamilton-Gee, Delaney Tetrault and Maryann Rogers. Passing their intermediate exam are Taiya Duke (back, left), Lakin Harison, Miranda Soper, Danika Hamilton-Gee, Madison James and Kayla Berlinski.
Theme is perceived in one-act plays at VSS Morning Star Staff
It’ll be all about Perceptions when Vernon Secondary School’s Theatre on the Hill presents an evening of one-act plays at the school theatre starting Friday. “The three plays are linked thematically with the idea that things are not always as they appear,” said VSS drama teacher Laurie Anne Lorge. “Together, all three plays are thought provoking, and insightful.” First up is 7 Stories by Canadian playwright Morris Panych. Set on the seventh floor of a seven-story building, the play follows a man who is contemplating the meaning of his existence. He is interrupted by seven dif-
ferent stories, each with something to say about life in the modern age. The next two plays are written and directed by VSS students Brooklyn Eedy and Cole FlickBelus. Eedy’s play, Anx, deals with the issue of anxiety in teenagers. Flick-Belus’ Show Stopper questions different views of reality as a member of the audience breaks the fourth wall and enters the play being performed before her eyes. Perceptions: an Evening of One Act Plays opens Friday and runs Saturday, Thursday and Jan. 23. All shows start at 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $10, and are available at the VSS office (250-545-0701).
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Wednesday, January 28 at 3:30 pm Kelowna Community Theatre Lobby 1375 Water Street
For more information and to RSVP contact: 250.763.7544 or admin@okanagansymphony.com www.okanagansymphony.com
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For students who are looking for something a little different in their education, the Vernon School District offers a wide variety of alternative programs. Tonight, parents and students, including home-schooled and independent school students, are invited to Vernon secondary school to learn more about the specialized learning opportunities in the district. One of the presentations will be from teachers Murray Sasges and Kim Ondruik with the Vernon Community School, based out of Fulton secondary. VCS is an inquiry based learning environment that helps kids pursue their talents and passions as well as encourage them to learn through project-based community projects. The multi-aged school is geared to students in Grades 7 to 9 and is personalized and inclusive of all learners’ styles, personalities, interests, strengths and needs. “There is nothing more satisfying than seeing my 13-yearold son leap out of bed at 6:30 a.m., excited to get to school,” said Jayme McKillop, whose son Cyrus attends the school. “He is taking more pride in his work and finding out so much about himself and the way he learns best. “He is engaged and shows more compassion and kindness, due to the opportunities that the Vernon Community School is providing for him.” Offered at no extra charge, the program is in its first year of offering students an alternative to the traditional classroom, while still following the B.C. curriculum. It began in September with 57 students, including Dannon MacKay. “I love that when you want to learn about something you can always find a mentor to come in and teach you about it,” she said. “I like that it is project-based so we do inquiries on things that interest us.” The information evening is tonight at 7 p.m. in the Vernon secondary school gym. The evening will begin with an introduction by superintendent Joe Rogers followed by breakout sessions with short presentations by each group. Parents and students will be able to get more information at those sessions or by picking up a brochure from the program presenter. Each session will run twice and room locations will be posted. In addition to VCC, the following programs will be high-
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Students without Borders Academy, Grades 11 to 12; Soccer Academy, Grades 8 to 12; Late French Immersion Grades 6 and 7; Apprenticeship Programs, Grades 10 to 12. Applications for specialized programs begins Thursday at 9 a.m., and specifics for the application process will be provided at the information evening.
Rare sightings made during Christmas bird count
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Vernon Community School students participate in drills with Kamar Burke of DIPP Basketball. Burke was one of the mentors who has made time for the kids in the program. Learn more about VCC and other specialized programs offered by the Vernon School District at a parent/student information night tonight at 7 p.m. in the gym at Vernon secondary school.
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A total of 90 species and 13,351 individual birds were detected during the 65th Annual Vernon Christmas Bird Count (CBC) Dec. 21. The tally, organized by the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club, was slightly above historic averages for Vernon of 88 species and nearly 13,000 individual birds recorded during the yearly count. Highlights experienced throughout the day were shared by many of the 49 participants during the end-of-day tally event, traditionally held at Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary. A few rare species were observed during this year’s event, with Anna’s Hummingbird tallied for the first time since the late ‘80s. Canyon Wren, heard by Pat McAllister near Cosens Bay, was recorded for only the second time in the Vernon count history and was declared Runner-up Best Bird by those in attendance at the wrap-up party. Best Bird of the Day trophy was awarded to Ray Arlt, Sharon Lawrence, Fran Wagner and Buffy Baumbrough, the group that observed a count-record five long-eared owls in the South BX area. The longest running citizen science survey in the world, the CBC provides critical
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These five long-eared owls were voted the Best Bird of the Day during this year’s Christmas Bird Count, which took place Dec. 21 on an unseasonably warm day of six degrees C. data on bird populations and trends as observed during the winter throughout the Western Hemisphere. The Vernon CBC has a total of 18 routes with numerous observers from around the Vernon area also reporting backyard bird feeder numbers. “We had decent coverage during this year’s count; however, we would have benefitted from a few more participants,” said Peter Blokker, organizer. “Observers need only to be able to identify the common birds
to get into it and they can learn a few more of our resident bird species along the way.” For those who may have always wanted to participate in a citizen science survey your next local chance is during the Swan & Eagle Count, taking place Sunday. For more information, contact Aaron Deans at bishopwildbird@gmail.com or register on the Allan Brooks Nature Centre Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ AllanBrooksNatureCentre.
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o, how many New Year’s resolutions are already broken out there? Not even started? I gave up that practice years ago, I mean, why set myself up for failure. I prefer to take a little time this month to look at the past year and see what has served me well and what hasn’t; what I might hang onto, and what I will let go of, be it activities or people. I wish everyone a happy, healthy and productive 2015. Since the new year I’ve had several requests for a cathi Litzenberger recipe for homemade Bailey’s Irish Cream. My guess is many of us spiked our morning coffees with the stuff throughout the holiday season and now would like an economical way to continue the practice. And so today I offer a recipe for Irish cream and a hearty winter soup. Nothing beats the soulful good-
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ness that a bowl of homemade soup can bring and this potato soup has all the flavour of a stuffed baked potato. Homemade Baileys Irish Cream 1 cup light cream (I used heavy whipping cream, which made it even richer) 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 1-2/3 cup Irish whiskey (I used Jameson’s) 1 teaspoon instant coffee 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon almond extract (I skipped this entirely) Combine all ingredients in a blender and set on high speed for 30 seconds. Bottle in a tightly sealed container and refrigerate. Shake before using. Will keep for up to 2 months. Potato, Cheddar and Chive Soup 5 russet potatoes, (2 lb/900 g total), peeled and chopped
1 sweet onion, chopped 4 slices bacon, (4 oz. total), chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp dried rosemary 4 cups chicken stock Garnish: 1 cup shredded old Cheddar cheese 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon, (about 5 slices) 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives 1/4 cup sour cream In slow cooker, combine potatoes, onion, bacon, garlic, salt, pepper and rosemary. Pour in stock. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 8 hours. Skim off fat. Using immersion blender, purée soup until smooth. Garnish: Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with cheese, bacon, chives and sour cream. Delicious!
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The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to manage vegetation, including noxious weeds and invasive plants, within facilities, which include gate, district, compressor, valve, meter, odorant and propane stations within the FortisBC service area. The FortisBC service area is located in proximity to the communities of Cranbrook, Sparwood, Fernie, Kimberley, Vernon, Salmon Arm, Revelstoke, Kamloops, Merritt, Cache Cr, Clinton, 100 Mile House, Williams Lk, Quesnel, Prince George, Mackenzie, Chetwynd, all of the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland as well as Victoria, Nanaimo and Campbell River on Vancouver Island.
The proposed duration of the PMP is from May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2020. A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined online at fortisbc.com or by contacting the Applicant listed above.
A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant within 30 days of the publication of this notice and before February 13, 2015. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (14-398 12/2014)
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If you’ve been curious about tai chi, Howard Ketola is offering the perfect opportunity. Sifu (Master) Ketola is the owner of Chung Yan Man’s Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan School and this Saturday he invites the community to the grand opening of his new studio. Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan allows people of all ages to experience great benefits, with each class focusing on proper breathing techniques to cultivate the chi. Ketola also offers classes in the full Martial Arts System of Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan, including traditional weapons. The demonstrations and opening take place Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at his new school at 3005-32nd St. Everyone is welcome to come by, enjoy a snack and watch the demonstrations. For more information, call 250-3082200 or see www. VernonTaiChi.com
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January 14
keyboard music lessons with Melly Oey for all ages will start Jan. 14 for Wednesday sessions and Jan. 15 for Thursday. For more info. and registering, please call Vernon Arts Centre at 250-542-6243. vernon & dist. family history society General meeting Jan. 14 at 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church (lower level), 1204 - 30th Ave The presentation will be a Webinar from the New England Genealogical Society, “Ten Steps to Writing and Publishing your Family History.” afabc vernon coffee ‘n chat Meets every second Wednesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bean to Cup to explore contemporary adoption topics. We celebrate successes and offer support through difficult times. We support each other through the sharing of personal insights and experiences in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. Our team of parents have experience with both MCFD and international adoptions. Purchase a coffee or tea and/or a snack, and join us downstairs. Next meeting is Jan. 14. armstrong spallumcheen arts council society Annual general meeting Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Wild Oak Café, 2539 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Agenda available on the website at www.sparcartscouncil.org closer to the date. Questions? E-mail sparcartscouncil@gmail.com. mission dollar bin thrift store Have some fun and save a ton at the Dollar Bin, downtown Vernon. Pop in Wednesdays and welcome back our volunteer Judy and her co-worker Sherry! Enter to win a gift basket, one entry free with each loonie spent. Check out the well-stocked kids korner, infant wear just two for a loonie! Open Tues. thru Sat., 9 to 5ish at 3408-34th St. Volunteer staffed, all proceeds go directly to the Upper Room Mission in Vernon. Reminder, our bottle drop-off is still open at the Mission. the bosom buddies meet for girls night out Best Western Vernon Lodge Jan. 14 at 5 p.m. at 3914 -32nd St. There will be a wine tasting and several showings of goods available in Vernon. Please come and join us! iode lambly’s landing chapter meets Jan. 14, monthly meeting from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Enderby Health Clinic meeting room. Visitors welcome. adults with autism support group Meets at the People Place downstairs Jan. 14 from 3 to 4 p.m. Check with the Independent Living Resource Centre at 545- 9292 for more details. cribbage at the lawn bowling club Winter crib Wednesdays starting 1 p.m. (six games), coffee and cookies served. Saturday crib at 1 p.m. (eight games) with a break after fourth game for coffee and cookies. For more information call Vera at 250-545-4521. The Lawn Bowling Club is in Polson Park. vernon kalamalka chorus of sweet adelines The local chapter of Sweet Adelines International invites women who love to sing in close, four-part harmony, to join them on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. in the Halina Centre gym, 3310-37th Ave. Info., Deanna at 250-542-9229, or Grace at 250-545-0808. the schubert centre has a wonderful Thrift Store in its basement. Full variety of dress and casual clothes for men and women. They have housewares, jewelry, material, bedding, craft items etc. Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. They accept donations of gently used clothing, jewelry, household goods etc. We would love to accept larger donations but picking them up is quite difficult. Every second Saturday of the month the centre has a pancake breakfast and Thrift Store is open 8 to 11 a.m., usually with a great deal on most items i.e. two-for-one or fill a bag etc. Quality items at low prices. Everything on display is cleaned, ironed, mended and tested for working order before sold. Items in stock for most popular holidays, Christmas, Halloween etc. If you feel you have four hours a week to spare and would like to volunteer and help out in the Thrift Store, please call 250-549-4201. art lessons at the halina seniors centre Every Wednesday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. with instructor: Colette LeNeveu, cost $20 for two-hour lesson and 50 cents towards the Halina. Everyone 50+ welcome! For further info call: 250-5422877 or go to our Facebook page and type in Halina Senior’s Centre. We are behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37th Ave. okib land use planning family meetings Okanagan Indian Band members are encouraged to contact Operations, Lands and Housing (250-542-3444) to arrange a meeting with family groups to learn more about the OKIB land use planning underway, and to make sure that the plan includes your priorities! Family meetings will be ongoing through the summer/early fall, at times and locations that work for each family group. The OKIB
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land use plan is important for all OKIB members, and future generations. Share your voice! healing energy sessions at trinity united church Trinity United Church offers sessions every Wednesday. You can book an appointment by calling the church office at 250-545-0797. darts at the halina seniors centre Every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $2 drop-in or $5 for the month. Everyone 50+ welcome. The centre is behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37 Ave. Come on and have some fun! Info., 250-542-2877. home-cooked meal for seniors in enderby Seniors, please join us for a home-cooked meal at the Seniors Complex in Enderby, 1101 George St. Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m., come in early, cost is just $7. For more info., call Melody at 250-838-6439. anaf holds info. session Questions re: Veteran pension and benefits? Need help with meals, housekeeping, yard work? Join Veterans Lunch in the Spitfire Lounge, second Wednesday of each month, or contact Alan McMahon at 250-545-5467. good food boX ordering reminder Give yourself, a friend, or a family in need, the gift of healthy eating this month. A family-sized box of nutritious fruits and vegetables with easy seasonal recipes is available at the amazingly low price of $16 ($10 for a smaller box for one or two people). Orders must be in by the second Wednesday of the month for pick up on the third Thursday. Call Diane at 250 -306-7800 for details or go to www. goodfoodbox.net drop-in crib at the eagles Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you for crib every Wednesday at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come by and see what the Eagles are about and where our monies are spent in the community. Open every day 1 - 7 p.m. the vernon chapter of the ms society Hosts a yoga class for people with MS, every Wednesday at 10.30 a.m. at the People Place. vernon treatment centre Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Please call 542-6151 for info. coda meets Codependents Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women working to build healthy relationships with self and others. We meet Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at Seaton Centre on 14th Avenue (off Kal Lake Rd.) westside response services society WRS offers blood pressure testing, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - noon at the Killiney Beach Hall and Annex on Udell Road. korea veterans association meets The second Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m., at the ANAF. All members and wives welcome. Call 542-7760 for more information. the vernon lapidary club (rockhounders) Meets the second Wednesday in the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park at 7 p.m., everyone welcome, no obligations. Call 545-1274 for more information. Guests invited to attend meetings and discover how exciting the family-oriented club is. Field trips and lapidary workshops scheduled for winter. Members also welcome to drop-in to the centre Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; $5 per session, multi-use passes also available. Info., visit www.vernonrockhounds.org okanagan artists of canada Meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Vernon Community Arts Centre at Polson Park, 10 a.m. New members are always welcome. For more infor-
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community seniors’ fellowship luncheon The monthly luncheon, by donation, is Jan. 15 at 10:45 a.m. at the Okanagan Landing Community Church (5871 OK Landing Rd.; auditorium doors open at 10:15). Our theme is “New Beginnings” and you won’t want to miss Garry Jesperson from Kelowna who will be bringing the special music and message. We are also welcoming Karl Janzen back! Come and enjoy his leadership and the group singing with the Sing-Along Band. Bring a friend and enjoy a great program followed by a delicious lunch! the parkinson’s support group meets at the People Place the third Thursday of every month, September through June at 1 p.m. Everyone interested in the disorder is welcome. Our Jan. 15 meeting features guest speaker Dean Chapple from H&R Block. He has spoken at our meeting before to great reviews and has provided very helpful information and tips to many regarding disabilities and tax credits and returns. For more info., call Gord/ Pat Nuyens at 250-542-9026 or Nell Friesen at 250-549-1580. calling all artists Are you an artist looking for opportunities to improve your work; exhibit your paintings; and learn from professional artists? Our group can help. Plan to attend a monthly meeting of the North Okanagan Federation of Canadian Artists. We meet the third Thursday of each month at noon (winter hours until April, then 7 p.m.) The next meeting is Jan. 15 at the Vernon Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy.6 at Polson Park, and you’re welcome to join us. Info., www.northokanaganfca.com or call 778-475-0798. schubert singers We will resume practice Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. at the Schubert Centre, under the direction of Trudy McGrath, who welcomes all and wishes all a happy new year. calling all artists Are you an artist looking for opportunities to improve your work; exhibit your paintings; and learn from professional artists? Our group can help. Plan to attend a monthly meeting of the North Okanagan Federation of Canadian Artists. We meet the third Thursday of each month at noon (winter hours until April, then 7 p.m.) at the Vernon Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy.6 at Polson Park, and you’re welcome to join us. Info., www.northokanaganfca.com or call 778-475-0798. okanagan community proJects is a group of citizens, living in the Okanagan, interested in participating in projects that will help build and support the community. We are creating a network of people who have a project idea or who would like to help build or support a project. We will meet the first and third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m., at the People Place. Please note: change of day, time and location. You can join our Facebook group by searching Okanagan Community Projects. Info., call Sarah at 250309-2620, Jack at 250-938-4202 or Darren at 250-938-1751.
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Community Calendar rorobbie burnS day celebration Jan. 17 at the Oyama Community Hall, 15710 Oyama Rd. Doors open 5 p.m. Roast beef dinner, haggis, Scottish Dancers, Pipes & Drums; tickets are $20 per person. Call Anne at 250-766-5437 for reservations or tickets. ukuleleS for fun reunion Jan. 18, at ANAF Hangar from 2 to 4 p.m. The club was started in fall 2008. All past, inactive or interested members are invited to the anniversary celebration. Bring your instrument, or voice and sense of fun. For information, call or text Patch at 250-540-2290. Queen SilVer Star talent ShowcaSe & Silent auction Jan. 18 from 2-4 p.m. at Schubert Centre. Doors open at 1:30. Not only will the guests be entertained by the Queen Silver Star candidates, but there will also be a silent auction. Each candidate will create a gift basket to be auctioned off; as well, the community has donated some great items including a queen-sized quilt. Tickets available from the candidates, the Carnival website and Carnival office. Tea, coffee and squares included in $12 ticket price.
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Vernon SilVer Star QuilterS meet from September to June on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Rd., off Silver Star Road, just east of Butcher Boys. the Schubert centre haS actiVitieS eVery day Check our monthly magazine, News and Views. Every last Wednesday of the month at the birthday luncheon it will be on sale for 50 cents. It tells you what to expect to happen every day at the centre and also gives you the next month’s tours. It contains coupons, tidbits, news of Catherine Gardens and messages from our president and manager. It also has the days and times of all the events. armStrong SeniorS actiVity centre We are at 2520 Patterson Ave. Pool Monday to Friday at 12:30 p.m. Ping Pong Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. kalamalka weaVerS & SpinnerS guild meetS The third Thursday of each month, September to June, at Vernon Community Arts Centre (Polson Park) at 7 p.m. Hands on, show and tell. All welcome. Info., Trixie at 250-545-7819. halina SeniorS’ centre table tenniS Come out and try a fun game of table tennis at the centre, 3310-37 Ave. (back of Rec Centre) Thursdays from 6 to 9:30 p.m. You , Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost to drop in is k $2 or $5 for the month. Info., 250-542-2877. wor the good food box enderby Pay you ! for your box every second Wednesday, no ve dri later than 5 p.m., at Baron’s Real Estate, Century 21. Boxes can be picked up every third Thursday between noon and 3:45 p.m., Evangelical Chapel on Mill Street, across from the credit union. For more information, please call 838-6298. new hope for widow/erS weekly coffee group Every Thursday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at our office in the People Place, #003, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. This is a drop in gathering where those who have been widowed can meet in a safe atmosphere to make friends and share common experiences. Vernon lionS club meetS First and third Thursdays of the month at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave., 6 p.m. New members welcome. Call Leslie Andrew at 250-5030917 for more information. TH pythian SiSterS Vernon temple #21 Meets the first and third Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. Contact Patricia at 250-558-5413. Vernon & diStrict metiS aSSociation Bannock days juSt for feet clinic at the lumby health centre every first and third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. starting October Monthly foot care clinic Jan. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 250in our new office at the People Place, 3402 27th Ave., suite #101. 547-9741 for an appointment. healing after Suicide loSS Support group Registration is open for “Healing After Suicide Loss” Support enderby SeniorS’ complex dance Jan. 16, The Wildwood Group; runs Feb. 10 to March 31 and meets every Tuesday from Band plays at the Enderby Seniors’ Complex from 2 to 4 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for 8 weeks at Canadian Mental Health, Coffee, tea and snacks included all for just $5. Everyone welcome. Vernon branch. Trained professionals and peers facilitate this kelowna SingleS club agm dinner/dance Rutland group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. It is offered Centennial Hall (Kelowna), Jan. 17. Doors open 5:15 p.m., dinner at no cost by the Suicide Prevention Committee of Vernon. To of chili, salad and buns 5:30 p.m. Annual general meeting follows register please contact Betty Bates 250-275-8062 ext. 4 or email dinner. Dance 8 p.m. to midnight, with live band: Glory Days. Bar, betty.bates@cmha.bc.ca and snacks available. Dress code: no sweatpants, running shoes or come & hear the goSpel meSSage shared simply and ball caps. Members, $10; non-members, $13; memberships, $15. freely Sundays at 3:30 p.m. at the Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Info., call 250-762-6907. Let us know if you are coming for the Ave., Vernon. Only the Bible, and all of the Bible. Everyone weldinner. Members, please come out and support your singles club. come; no collection. Our dances are open to everyone. Invite your friends to join us. Society for open learning & diScuSSion SOLD meets the Vernon Stamp club meetS The third Saturday of the Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at the People Place. Jan. 19 features Barb month from 1 to 3 p.m. Next meeting is Jan. 17 at the People Place, Levesque speaking about Howard House. All are welcome. 3402 -27th Ave. Buy, sell, trade and auction. Everyone welcome. north okan. orchid Society meetS Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m., For further info., call Roy at 542 4127. Note: new date and time. Vernon Arts Centre. We look forward to seeing you and wish you
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and yours all the best in the new year. Info., Anne at 250-545-5932. Vernon better breatherS Meet Jan. 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the People Place, with speakers Laurie and Cindy, certified instructors from Vernon Parks & Rec. Topics: Want to be more active? Have chronic conditions? Don’t know where to start? For more info., call Fran at 250-545-0233. become a foSter parent Attend an information session to find out how you can make a difference for children in our community through fostering. Jan. 21 from 1 to 2:30 and 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the People Place, 3402 – 27th Ave. Contact Noelle for more information at 250-558-0939 or noksupport@okfosterparents.ca winter driVing clinic Jan. 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at White Valley Community Hall. Call 250-547-9741 for an appointment. This is a perfect opportunity to refresh driving skills for all ages. buddhiSt meditation claSS Jan. 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. Drop-in class consists of guided meditations and a teaching. Suggested donation is $10. For info. and topic, call 250-558-0952 or see www. dorjechang.ca. No fragrance please. If you’ve attended class before, you’re welcome to bring a friend for free. the Second annual inSpiration motiVational Spirit of laughter eVening Jan. 23 at Schubert Centre, 7 to 9 p.m. (arrive early for registration). Minimum donation of $5 per person please. Bring your own water and a blanket and if there is enough space we may try some group hypnosis. Presenters: Carole Fawcett, counsellor, clinical hypnotherapist and Laughter Leader Teacher with International Laughter Yoga movement, and Jeunesse Pearson, Positive Psychology coach and Laughter Leader. If you are feeling “blue” or need a shot of happiness, this is the event for you. Bring family, friends and know that you will leave feeling better than when you arrived! You will learn tools to help keep your mood upbeat and boost your endorphin levels at the same time! getting to know dementia Free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop, Jan. 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. at The People Place, 3402 - 27th Ave. Pre-registration required: call Carly Gronlund at 1-800-634-3399 or e-mail cgronlund@alzheimerbc.org. paddlewheel hall coffee houSe First this year, Jan. 23. Doors open 6:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m. Musicians must preregister with Roberta at 250-545-3321. Paddlewheel Hall is at 7813 Okanagan Landing Rd. preSentation at the Vernon muSeum The Greater Vernon Museum & Archives invites you to explore the historic Fintry Estate through video, artifact viewing and discussion with Dan Bruce, curator/manager of the Fintry Estate and Gwendy Lamont, Friends of Fintry Society board memb er. On Jan. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. the museum will host this Friends of Fintry educational presentation. Space limited; please call 250-542-3142 to pre-register. Admission by donation. Info. visit www.vernonmuseum.ca or find us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/vernonmuseum. inVeStorS group walk for memorieS Jan. 25 at Kal Tire Place, 3445-43rd Ave. Registration at 8:30 a.m., the walk is from 9:30 to 11 a.m., skating is from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and new this year, a Team Stair Challenge. Get involved: walk, skate, climb stairs, donate, volunteer, sponsor. Please register online at www. walkformemories.com, call 1-800-634-3399 or drop by Investors Group at 2899-30th Ave., Vernon, to pick up a pledge sheet. Funds raised through the Walk for Memories ensure that people in your community, whose lives have been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, connect to a national network of information, services and support. This year’s Vernon honoree is Terry Monroe.
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Tips sought in theft case ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
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Enderby RCMP hope the public can identify this man. Police would like to speak with him about the theft of a donation box from the Enderby Esso service station.
Enderby RCMP are hoping the public can help them solve a theft. Police received a report on Jan. 3 of a theft of a donation box at the Esso service station. The suspect allegedly stole a box that was collecting donations to assist with funeral expenses for a three-year-old girl. “A photo has now been received from the store video and forwarded to police,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk, who released the photo Monday. The Enderby RCMP are asking anyone who can identify the person in the photo to contact them as they want to speak to him in relation to the theft of the donation box from the Esso in Enderby. The Enderby detachment’s number is 250-8386818.
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New home construction was strong in 2014. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation reports there were 234 starts last year, up from 194 in 2013. Of the 234 starts, there were 172 single-detached units and 62 multiple units. “Gains were noted across all dwelling types, reflecting an overall increase in the demand for new homes,” said Sarena Teakles, senior market analyst. “Declining inventories of completed and unsold new homes, coupled with a strengthening resale market have supported increased levels of new home construction throughout the latter half of the year. Improved labour market conditions, particularly in terms of full-time employment levels, have also supported housing demand in Vernon.” In December, there were 23 housing starts in Vernon. That’s up from 17 during the same month in 2013. December consisted of 13 single-detached units and 10 multiple units.
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There’s more to Jeremy Griffiths than his red Silver Star ski patrol jacket indicates. On snow, in water or in the air, he’s an extraordinarily qualified man on the move.
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and Canadian rating as an advanced care paramedic had something to do with the invitation. “Our first impression was of the most beautiful, picturesque village. Silver Star is absolutely magical. We were instantly welcomed into the fold,” said Tracey. Now Silver Star’s ski patrol and safety director, for the past four years Jeremy has, among his many responsibilities, co-ordinated the first Emergency Services Day at Silver Star, educating the public and bringing all the agen-
cies together to increase their abilities to be prepared in any situation. “He has worked hard to facilitate positive relationships among ski patrol, fire services and search and rescue,” said Tracey, of her husband who describes himself as someone who works hard to set a professional standard and do his best for others. Never one to rest on his laurels, Jeremy’s dream for the Silver Star ski patrol is constantly evolving. He has already introduced a level of care second to none, but
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Viper centre Blaine Caton drives to the net against Mitch Makin of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs in BCHL play Saturday night at Kal Tire Place.
Finlay flying for Snakes KEVIN MITCHELL Sports Editor
Liam Finlay figures he has a little more room to grow physically. Whether he adds an inch or two as he approaches his 18th birthday won’t really matter: the kid can play hockey. At 5-foot-7, 145 pounds, Finlay has the skill, savvy and smarts to survive in the B.C. Hockey League. “I’ve gotta keep my head up or else I wouldn’t last out Liam Finlay there,” joked Finlay, an hour after being named the league’s Player of the Week Monday. A clone and fan of the Calgary Flames’ Johnny Gaudreau, Finlay rang up eight points and a pair of first-star ratings as the Vernon Vipers swept three weekend games. The New Westminster-born Finlay is third in team scoring with 17 goals and 45 points, while the Vipers are second in
the Interior Division and third overall at 26-11-1-2. He and regular linemate Luke Voltin have clicked with Anthony Latina since Jagger Williamson went on injured reserve at the Christmas break. “Latina’s a bigger body and he moves the puck well,” said Finlay. “They both create a lot of space for me and I try and find them. Things are going well for us.” Vernon obtained Finlay in an Oct. 28 trade for the rights to Prince Albert Raider forward Dakota Conroy and future considersations. Finlay racked up 101 points in two major Midget seasons with the Okanagan Rockets after earning 77 points his final Bantam year with Pursuit of Excellence. Viper assistant coach Kevin Kraus says the Kelowna roadrunner has found his comfort zone. “He’s such a smart and special hockey player. He has the ability to find the open areas and he’s very shifty. He’s a very dynamic player and a big part of our team.” Finlay secured a NCAA Division I scholarship with the University of Denver Pioneers while playing Midget, something that rarely happens.
“That feels pretty nice,” said Finlay. “You can’t really go wrong with Denver. I knew a lot about the program and their coach.” Finlay credits head coach Mark Ferner, who played 17 years of pro hockey, with fine-tuning his skill set. “I’ve learned a ton from him. He has so much knowledge and he points out the little things to help my game and take my game to another level.” With comedian/net detective Danny Todoyschuk leading the way, Finlay says the Vipers are a loose, but well prepared bunch. “Our team’s really tight. The biggest thing about our team is we’re serious when the games come, but we have fun in the dressing room. We have a light atmosphere at practice; we work hard so we’re ready for game time.” Finlay and Voltin, a Minnesota product, billet with Keith and Maria Murray, recent immigrants from Great Britain. “They’re awesome people. We play kitchen hockey with their seven-year-old son, Oliver, so we’re treated like family.”
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Mark Longworth has been a regular fixture at the Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. Men’s Curling Championships for more than two decades. His first one was in 1980, and the 60-year-old Vernon native says it never gets old. He is about to return for his ninth provincial appearance at his home club, Feb. 3-8. Longworth, supported by third (and son) Michael Longworth, second Jonathan Gardner and lead John Slattery, earned one of two C Event berths at an open qualifier last weekend at the Peace Arch Curling Club in White Rock. This will be the third time Mark and Michael, 24, have competed together in B.C.s. It will be the debut for Slattery and Gardner, who will turn 25 the week of the spiel. “It’s one of the few sports you can do that with,” said Mark, of the father-son connection. Mark coached both Michael and Gardner throughout their junior careers, adding: “It’s nice to see them continue on.” Slattery, 42, is new to the group, and Mark said he adds good experience to the mix. “He’s been a good addition. He’s strong on the front end, a good sweeper and good judge of weight.” Mark points to defending champion Jim Cotter of Vernon (third Ryan Kuhn, second Tyrell Griffith and lead Rick Sawatsky), New Westminster’s Brent Pierce and Maple Ridge’s Grant Dezura as the favourites heading into provincials. However, he noted his rink felt good at the open playdown and is ready for week-long grind. “We thought we still had a good chance and thought we were full value for qualifying,” said Mark. “Physically, we’re all pretty decent and in shape. Having been there before, we know what we have to do.” The other C qualifier was taken by Wes Craig’s Victoria foursome, while the A Event went to New Westminster’s Dean Joanisse. Daniel Wenzek, whose rink consists of curlers from New Westminster, Langley and Victoria, won the B final. The other qualifying rinks include: Neil Dangerfield and Chris Baier, both of Victoria, Scott DeCap and Darren Nelson, both of Kamloops, Duncan’s Jason Montgomery, Sean Geall and Ken McArdle, both of New Westminster, Vancouver’s Stephen Schneider and Kimberley’s Tom Buchy. The provincial semifinals will air at 7 p.m. on Sportsnet on Saturday, Feb. 7, and the championship-game will be televised at 12:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 8. The winner advances to the Tim Hortons Brier, starting Saturday, Feb. 28, in Calgary.
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Vipers earn sweep Continued from A22
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Ali Roine, captain of the Thompson Okanagan Lakers, takes a shot but is stopped by goalie Ghinni Sy of the West Coast Avalanche in AAA Midget Female hockey Saturday at Kal Tire Place.
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The Vernon Sun Valley Source For Sports Vipers iced the Yellowknife Wolfpack 1-0 in Sunday’s A final of the Paul Brenner Memorial Bantam Tier 2 Hockey Tournament in Chilliwack. The Vipers, coached by Keith Chase and Eddie Johnstone, have now won 12 straight games, including a gold-medal victory in their home tournament in mid-December. Nick Cherkowski buried a loose puck behind the Yellowknife goalie on a wild scramble with 79 seconds left in regulation. Vernon outshot the Wolfpack by a 3-1 margin. Tyler Sedlacek earned the shutout. Earlier Sunday, the Vipers shaded Chilliwack 2-1 on goals by d-man Aidan Rysen and Dawson Chase. Brendan Forman took the win and forward Mika Burns was named MVP. Caden Bracken and Kael Black set up Rysen, while Damian Coljee-Fehr and Keeghan McRae drew helpers on Chase’s rebound goal. In Saturday action, the Vipers grounded the West Kelowna Warriors 4-0 and stuffed the Langley Eagles 6-1. Chase, Black, Tyson Sampert and Burns provided the goals, and Forman took the shutout versus West Kelowna. McRae, a d-man, earned MVP. Joe Eggert, with 2+1, Chase, Cherkowski, on a breakaway, Dylan Sedlacek and Eric Noren, shorthanded, scored against Langley. Tyler Sedlacek was in net and Lee Christensen pocketed MVP. The Fix Auto Vipers doubled the Prince George CUPE Cougars 6-3 and outlasted West Kelowna 7-5 Saturday to win their mini Bantam Tier 3 tourney at 3-0-1. D-man Ethan Joe pulled the hat trick in the third period against Prince George Saturday night at Civic Arena, singles going to Lincoln Connor, Lucas Wood, on a rocket from the point, and Tanner Wright. Wood and Luc Halvorson each recorded two helpers. Cole Johnson bagged 2+1 as the Vipers defeated West Kelowna Saturday afternoon. Nick Mitchell, Sean Howard, Bryan Brew, Griffin Evans and Connor supplied singles. The Thompson Okanagan Midget Female AAA Lakers picked up three points against the West Coast Avalanche of North Vancouver at Kal Tire Place. The Lakers stopped the Avs 2-0 Saturday and gained a 3-3 tie Sunday, improving to 12-12-3 for fourth spot, one point back of the Fraser Valley Phantom. The second-place Avs are 18-7-2. Christy Blackburne of West Kelowna and Mairyn Tucker of Armstrong scored in the Laker win with Emma Gottfriedson of Kamloops in net. The Lakers erased a 3-1 deficit for the tie, get-
The Vipers have 18 games remaining, including seven at home, before the playoffs. They earn their showers most nights and are a blast to watch. Kraus and company are hardly conceding the division banner to the Penticton Vees, who are a dozen points in front. “It’s not as impossible as it looks. We obviously have to beat them in both games we have left and have some teams help us out, but we’re going to go for it.” After icing the Prince George Spruce Kings Friday, the Vipers followed with a 4-1 win over the feisty Alberni Valley Bulldogs Saturday night at Kal Tire Place, and a 5-3 victory over the host Surrey Eagles late Sunday afternoon. “It was a busy weekend and considering we had 12 guys at two practices last week because of the flu, I thought we competed hard,” said Kraus. “(Ken) Citron played Sunday after being out with the flu and he was our freshest body. I don’t know if he was 100 per cent, but he had two assists and got third star.” T.J. Dumonceaux, with his 19th of the year, Riley Brandt (8th), Finlay (17th), Nicholas Rasovic (4th) and Thomas Aldworth (29th) handled
the Viper offence in front of Jarrod Schamerhorn against the Eagles. Ben Vikich (11th), Latrell Charleson (10th) and Jordan Funk (9th) replied for last-place Surrey, who welcomed 19-year-old forward Tyler Harkins from the Minnesota Junior Hockey League’s Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings. The Vipers, who are ranked 19th in the nation, got an even-strength goal from Luke Shiplo and powerplay snipes from Liam Couglin, Finlay and Dumonceau before 1,775 fans Saturday night. Josh Adkins replied for the Dawgs, who sorely missed superstar d-man Kurt Gosselin, in Michigan for his grandfather’s funeral. Things got testy in the third period with five fighting majors and several roughin minors assessed by referee Duncan Brow. Latina fought ex-Viper Tyler Povelofskie, getting the instigator penalty. “The game in Port Alberni was about the same way,” said Kraus. “They like to play an in-your-face style and we stood up for ourselves.” Vernon takes a four-game winning streak into a Friday night tilt against the much-loved West Kelowna Warriors (21-15-0-1). The Vipers entertain the Coquitlam Express (15-22-1-4) Saturday night.
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Gavin Fleck of the Vernon Auto Fix Vipers (right) battles Justin Karrer of Prince George CUPE Cougars for the puck in the Bantam Tier 3 hockey tournament Saturday at the Civic Arena. ting offence from Jenna Fletcher of Vernon, Riley Henderson of West Kelowna and Makena Hoffman of Vernon. Gottfriedson was in goal. The Home Building Centre Midget Tier 1 Vipers clipped the West Kelowna Tier 2 Warriors 3-2 Sunday at Kal Tire Place. Julian Darkazanli, on loan from the Coca-Cola Tier 2 team, opened the scoring on a pass from Connor Johnston. Brady Marzocco made it 2-0 with assists to Carl Main and Grady Caton. West Kelowna scored the first of their two powerplay goals of the night, but Carl Main netted the winner, from Marzocco and Darkazanli, less than a minute later. West Kelowna pressed for the equalizer but couldn’t solve Josh Evans. The Coca-Cola Midgets smothered Salmon Arm Tier 3 Silvertips 6-1 Sunday in Sicamous with Billy Cawthorn in net. Riley Swiscoski, Austin Derkach, Brian Ferguson, Jeremy Pogue, Mason McLennan and Easton Jones handled the attack. Bryton Stead registered three assists. The Nixon Wenger Pee Wee Tier 2 Vipers bowed 9-1 and 6-3 to the Kamloops Blazers. Maddex Minard had the lone goal Saturday in Kamloops, with an assist to Jakob Jones. Anne Cherkowski, assisted by Jacob Wettlaufer, Emma Elders, from Owen Palfreyman and Porter Trevelyan, and Ronac Chauhan, unassisted, managed the Vernon goals.
Development of a pest management plan Facilities — Application #FBC-FAC-2015, FEI-FAC-2015 Applicant: FortisBC Suite 100 - 1975 Springfield Road Kelowna, B.C. V1W 7V7
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Attention: vegetation management The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to manage vegetation, including noxious weeds and invasive plants, within facilities, which include generation facilities, switching, compressor, valve, metering, odorant stations, substations, farm taps, buildings, structures, tower compounds, access roads and storage yards within the FortisBC service area. The FortisBC service area is located in proximity to the communities of Creston, Crawford Bay, Kaslo, Slocan, South Slocan, Nelson, Castlegar, Salmo, Trail, Fruitvale, Grand Forks, Greenwood, and Midway, in the Okanagan Valley from Osoyoos to Kelowna, and in the Similkameen Valley from Princeton to Keremeos. The pest management methods proposed for use include physical (non-chemical) treatment methods (selective slashing, girdling, hand pulling, weed trimming, mowing, pruning, geotextiles and stump removal), the release of biological control agents (insects), cultural control methods (grass seeding), and the use of pesticides (herbicides). The common name (and examples of trade names) of the pesticides proposed for use under this plan include: aminopyralid, aminocyclopyrachlor, chlorsulfuron (Telar), clopyralid (Transline), 2-4 Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid, dicamba (Vanquish), diuron (Karmex),flumioxazin, fluroxpyr, glyphosate (Roundup, Roundup Weathermax, Glyphos, Vantage, Vantage Plus), hexazinone (Velpar), indaziflam, imazapyr (Arsenal), metsulfuronmethyl, picloram (Tordon 22K), simazine (Simadex, Princep) and triclopyr (Garlon 4 or Garlon Ultra). Application methods include: foliar, soil, wick/wipe-on and cut surface, using backpack, wick/wipe-on applicator, squirt bottle, injection tools and handgun (power hose and nozzle). The proposed duration of the PMP is from May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2020. A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined online at fortisbc.com or by contacting the Applicant listed above. A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant within 30 days of the publication of this notice and before February 13, 2015. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (14-398 12/2014)
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The North Okanagan Knights’ losing streak hit seven games fol-
CALENDAR WEDNESDAY
MAJOR JR. HOCKEY – Rockets vs Tri-City Americans, 7:05 p.m., Prospera Place.
THURSDAY
SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL – 15th annual Maroon Corporate Classic: Fulton vs Sa-Hali Sabres, 3:30 p.m.; VSS vs Westsyde Whundas, 5 p.m., Fulton gym.
FRIDAY
JUNIOR A HOCKEY – Vipers vs West Kelowna Warriors, 7 p.m., Kal Tire Place.
SATURDAY
JUNIOR A HOCKEY – Vipers vs Coquitlam Express, 6 p.m., Kal Tire Place. JUNIOR B HOCKEY – Knights vs Kimberley Dynamiters, 8 p.m., Nor-Val Sports Centre.
SUNDAY
JUNIOR B HOCKEY – Knights vs Princeton Posse, 3 p.m., Nor-Val Sports Centre.
lowing a 7-2 loss to the host Summerland Steam Sunday night. The Knights, last in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League at 5-31-1-3, gave up five unanswered goals before Dustin Vasil got North Okanagan on the board with this fourth of the season, 3:48 into period two. Thomas Pattison, with his second goal, completed the Knights’ attack. The Steam (24-13-0-2) were led by Wyatt Gale’s two goals, while Vernon’s Cole Woodliffe chipped in with a goal and an assist. Spencer Huff made 16 saves for his 10th win. Knights’ tender Josh Shank was pulled after allowing five goals on 15 shots. Dryden Profeit recorded 15 stops in relief. The Knights lost leading scorer Jordan Passmore after he signed with the BCHL Trail Smoke Eaters. Passmore had 11-23-34 in 35 games.
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The packed crowd at Priest Valley Arena was treated to a high-octane Novice ringette tilt Saturday as the Ice Breakers outgunned the Strikers 14-6 in an all-Vernon battle. The Strikers opened the scoring with an early goal by Sydney Lewis, assisted by Teagan Schober. The Breakers replied two minutes later with a snipe from Jordan Tung, fed by Amelia Johnson. With the Breakers leading 5-4 at half, Sierra Fernley (3+1) scored twice early in the second to give the Strikers the lead. However, the Breakers bounced back after a timeout with strong offensive efforts from Kristen Francks (3+2), Makenna Jackson (3+1), Hillary Quiring (2+2), Zion White (2+1) and Sadie Christensen (1+1). Also scoring for the Strikers were Aimee Skinner and Brianna Visser. Adding to the Ice Breakers’ offence were Johnson and Verity White, with her first goal of the season. Goaltender Taylor Hewitt netted her first win for the Breakers. After a lengthy Christmas break, the Belle Raid bowed 8-7 to the Junior A Rush in another all-Vernon tilt Saturday at PV. The Raid started quickly, with Dayce Knopf getting her first of three goals less than a minute into the game. Shelby Connors replied quickly for the Rush. It was 3-3 after only 10 minutes as Ashleigh Cohen and Brenna Beck counted for the Raid, and Emma Carter and Kendra Ostafie for the Rush. The Junior crew took its first lead with five minutes left in the period on a snipe Alex Drury. The teams swapped late goals, with Cohen and Ostafie both getting their second tallies, to make it 5-4 Rush at the break. The Rush came out flying in the second, with Ostafie completing her hat trick, and singles by Saige Woodliffe and Connors giving the Rush an 8-4 lead. Just when it looked over, the Raid woke up and Knopf completed her hatty with back-to-back goals before Ashley Eso made it 8-7 with four minutes left. The Rush tightened up on defence to help Maddie Fox pick up the win. In Tween A action, Brooke Buller and Caenen Wisse shared the win as the HEARING Vernon Rush doubled the Salmon Arm Eliminators 6-3 in a penalty-filled game.
A Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Lumby Village Hall, 1775 Glencaird Street, Lumby, B.C. on Monday January 19, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. to hear representations on the following matters: VILLAGE OF LUMBY OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW NO. 761, 2014
In May of 2014, the Village of Lumby initiated a review of the Village’s Official Community Plan. An Official Community Plan is a statement of objectives and policies that are intended to guide decisions on planning and land use matters. As a result of this review and the public input received through a survey and a Public Open House held on November 26, 2014, the Village has drafted the Village of Lumby Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 761, 2014. Two primary purposes form the basis for this review: 1. to develop and refine policies that would assist the Village in creating a more sustainable and “age-friendly” community; and 2. to include a Regional Context Statement within the Official Community Plan which describes how matters dealt with in the OCP, apply in a regional context. The proposed Regional Context Statement references the North Okanagan Regional Growth Strategy which was adopted in 2011. In general, all components of the Official Community Plan have been reviewed and various refinements are proposed to address current opportunities and challenges facing the community, to update the status of local government initiatives, to reflect current provincial legislation, and to enhance clarity of both text and map components of the document. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by this Bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the above Bylaw. Copies of the proposed Bylaw may be inspected at the office of the Village of Lumby from January 12, 2015 through January 19, 2015 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. In addition, both the existing Official Community Plan and the DRAFT Plan together with a report summarizing proposed changes are available online at www.lumby.ca. For further information, please contact Marnie Skobalski of the Planning Department at (250) 550-3737 or by e-mail at marnie.skobalski@rdno.ca. NO SUBMISSIONS TO COUNCIL WILL BE RECEIVED FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Tom Kadla Administrator
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Vernon Rush attacker Hailey Quiring (left) tries to take the ring away from Shuswap Eliminators defender Emilie Petryshen during Thompson Okanagan Ringette League U14A action Sunday morning at the Priest Valley Arena. Abygayle Williamson (2+2) opened the scoring on a feed from Hailey Quiring. Quiring, Brynn Taylor-Hawes and Kalen Webster each had singles, while Madison Fox and Georgia Lannon stood strong on defence. Kristin Ho fired four goals and Makenna Jackson supplied two as the Vernon Flare bounced Kelowna 6-3 in Petite play. Following an early goal by Kelowna, the Flare responded on Ho’s first snipe, assisted by Bryn Korol. Play went back and forth, with Ho and Novice call-up Makenna Jackson helping Vernon earn a 3-3 draw heading into the break. The Flare kept pressing in the second, led by two more snipes by Ho, one assisted by Abby Sveistrup and Samantha Shaw. Jackson, assisted by Ashely Wadsworth, completed the attack. The Flare got great efforts by Miah Cohen, Chloe Scaber and Jasmine Horton in front of goalie Kaila Summerfelt.
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The Fulton Maroons will have two entries in the 15th annual Corporate Classic starting Thursday. After the College Heights Cougars of Prince George withdrew last week, Fulton senior boys basketball head coach Dale Olson chose to run two teams. “I split our team in two,” said Olson. “My bench can beat a lot of teams so I will use them. It will be good for them down the stretch.” The eight-team classic sees the Maroon starters face Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops Thursday at 3:30 p.m., followed by the VSS Panthers-Westsyde Whundas of Kamloops at 5 p.m. The Cats went 2-2 at the St. Thomas More Knights tournament in Burnaby last weekend. VSS is a top-10 ranked AAA team, while No. 7 AA Fulton joins the No. 5 Golden Golden Eagles as other solid rosters. Princess Margaret Mustangs of Penticton tangle with the Kalamalka Lakers at 6:30, while Golden meets the Fulton bench at 8 p.m. Thursday. “Maggie is a good top-10 team and Westsyde is a big, tough team also,” said Olson. “It should be good ball all weekend. Major sponsors are Tim Hortons, Buy-Low Foods, Westwood Electric and the Super 8 Hotel. The Maroons ambushed the St. Ann’s Crusaders of Kamloops 80-42 in Saturday’s consolation final at the Valleyview Vikings Invitational in Kamloops. Tye Kitzman rang up 31 points for Fulton, while Brandon Isaac flushed 24 and Noah Alleyne drained a dozen points and added eight assists. In senior girls play, VSS stopped Maggie 74-71 in overtime in Saturday’s consolation final of the Immaculata Mustangs tourney in Kelowna. The Panthers were down five points with a
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Bliss Ducharme of the Immaculata Mustangs shields the ball from Kristy Fugel of the VSS Panthers. few minutes left, but rallied and game star Jessica Melvin knocked down two free throws in the final minute to force OT. Anna Rice was selected as the top defensive player for her work at the top of the zone. Jordan Korol counted 26 points, while Jordyn Cullum produced 16 and Kristy Fugel 12. Cullum has been named to the provincial Under 17 team.
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Stay active during the cold winter months show or committing to Despite the urge to walking 20 minutes a curl up indoors on such day. Whatever it is, the cold winter days, British sooner you commit to Columbians are being it, the sooner you will feel the benefits. urged to stay active. 2. Create an activity “As an elite athlete, calendar for a I understand month, with that the dark daily goals and cold winsuch as going ter months for a swim can take or playing a their toll on game of tag. If our motivayou have kids, tion to stay ask them to active,” said help create the parliamentary Stilwell goals. secretary for 3. Keep it healthy living, simple and Michelle Stilwell. “It is tempting to just go for a short walk. stay inside and curl It doesn’t have to be up, but there are plen- outdoors - find a local ty of things we can community centre with do indoors and out to a running track, pop get the recommended into a mall, or walk amount of daily activ- around your office ity and keep feeling our building with co-workers. Any opportunity best.” Here are 10 ways to to rack up the recomkeep active this season. mended 10,000 steps a 1. Set small, achiev- day is a good one. 4. Visiting a friend able goals, such as running on the spot dur- out of town? Pack your workout ing the commercials of your favourite TV gear and make a point Morning Star Staff
of joining them at their gym/workout class. 5. Embrace the cold and snow. Make a day of it or just take an hour. Bundle up and go tobogganing, build a snowman, try snowshoeing or hit the mountains to go skiing. 6. Involve the kids. Children need between 60 and 180 minutes of physical activity a day, so try joining them for a game in the backyard. Enjoy a family walk after dinner to check out the holiday decorations in your neighbourhood. 7. Get the whole family together and have a dance party. Crank the tunes and have fun while you do the dishes. 8. Use the Internet. While more screen time is not usually associated with active living, you can use it to learn the basics of a new dance, yoga or tai chi to find out if you like it before committing to formal instruction or classes.
9. Check out your local parks and recreation centre. They have activities to suit all ages, budgets and schedules - allowing you to be active and meet new people. 10. Looking for more? Call the Physical Activity Line 1-877725-1149, a free phone line and online resource for credible physical activity and healthy living information. “Adults should get at least 150 minutes of physical activity a week in sessions of 10 minutes or more,” said Stilwell. “That’s just over 20 minutes a day. It doesn’t sound like much, but those 20 minutes can help reduce the risk of premature death, heart disease and stroke among other health benefits, and be fun.” Through the Healthy Families B.C. framework, government continues to focus on keeping British Columbians
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Ruby Hitt 1917 - 2015
Former Armstrong resident Ruby HiƩ passed away on January 9, 2015 in Vernon, BC. Ruby moved to Armstrong as a girl with her family in 1926 and lived in that area for 77 years; the last few years she was a resident of Vernon. Her mom and dad were early ranchers in the Consort area of Alberta. Wes Caswell came west from Ontario in 1904 and Emma Armey came from Indiana, USA in 1910 to Calgary. They were married in 1915 in the Consort district. In 1917, they had twin girls Pearl and Ruby, and in 1921, they were blessed with a third liƩle girl, Isabel. From a one-roomed country school with one teacher and 12 students, the family moved to Armstrong, BC in 1926. What a diīerence to have a big consolidated school of some 400 students and to ride there in a school bus. Six buses brought the children in from the country. On the new farm was an orchard with cherries, plums, apples, and pears; what a treat! Ruby’s mom was a lovely lady and a good mother and seamstress. She made all the preƩy dresses and clothes for all three girls. In 1936, Ruby and Fred HiƩ were married. They had one daughter Lenore and two sons Brian and John. Ruby is deceased by her parents; daughter: Lenore who passed on in 1989 from cancer; and beloved husband Fred who died in 1984. Surviving are her two sons: Brian and John; two granddaughters: Elizabeth and Alexandra; and sister: Isabel. Her family was a real joy to her. She enjoyed Lawn Bowling in Armstrong and Vernon as well as cards, crib, bridge, canasta, Euchre, and Rummy. A healthy woman, she lived to the grand age of 97. A CelebraƟon of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2015 at Zion United Church (2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd. Armstrong, BC). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www. MyAlternaƟves.ca CremaƟon arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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Eileen May (Polson) It is with sadness the family announces Eileen passed away January 10, 2015 at Heritage Square at the age of 84 years. Mom was born and raised in Enderby and now she can join her beloved husband Art who predeceased her August 31, 1999. She was also predeceased by her sisters: Jean Sterling, Marj Johnson, and Helen Block; and brother: Morris Polson. She is survived and will be forever missed by her son: Blair (Kelli); daughter: Glenda (Al); grandchildren: Gavin (Jenn), Tamara (Glenn), and Devin; and great grandchildren: Cole, Keira, and Maddie. She is also survived by sister: BeƩy Stroulger; brothers: Keith Polson (Yvonne), Hugh Polson (Marjorie); and sister-in-law: Joyce Thompson. There will be no service at Eileen’s request. The family would like to thank and give big hugs to all the staī at Heritage Square for all the wonderful care and support they have given us over the last four years. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternaƟves.ca CremaƟon arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
Brian Robert Clauson
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Robert Clauson in Fort Saskatchewan Alberta at the age of 56. Brian was born in Vernon B.C. and grew up enjoying all the Okanagan had to oīer, including swimming, water skiing, tennis, snowmobiling, and snow skiing. Brian served as a volunteer ski patroller at Silver Star.
Later in life Brian enjoyed photography, Ňying his Cessna 172, piloƟng his paraglider and golĮng. As much as his baƩle with Parkinson’s disease would allow, Brian strived to be a lifelong learner. Family and friends will remember Brian for his loyalty, kindness, unselĮsh upliŌing nature, and uncondiƟonal love. Brian is survived by his parents Neil and Kay Clauson; wife Joanne; daughters Nicole and Kelsey; son Brendan; and only brother, Wayne (Dorothy) Clauson and their four children Anthony (Victoria), Julia, Heather and Mark. A celebraƟon of Brian’s life will be held on Friday, January 16th at 1:00pm in the Normandy Room of the Fort Saskatchewan Legion. In lieu of Ňowers the family requests memorial donaƟons be made to the Brian Robert Clauson Memorial Scholarship Fund. Details on how to donate will be forthcoming.
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KERN, Andrew
1930 - 2015
AŌer graduaƟng from Vernon Senior Secondary, Brian enrolled in the Law Enforcement Program at Mount Royal College and upon compleƟon was recruited by the Edmonton City Police. Brian served a long and disƟnguished career with integrity, compassion, and a dedicaƟon to excellence.
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Andrew Kern on Friday, January 9th, 2015 at the age of 67 years. Andrew is survived by his loving family: two sons, Thomas of Vernon and Stephen (Jordan Fell) of Fort Nelson, B.C.; his former wife and good friend, Allison Griswold of Vernon; twin granddaughters, Joanna and Juniper Kern of Fort Nelson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Andrew was predeceased by his parents, Roberta and Frederick Kern and by his sister, Dawn MilleƩ. CremaƟon. A CelebraƟon of Life Service will be held at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home on Friday, January 16th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a recepƟon in the tea room. In lieu of Ňowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contribuƟons in memory of Andrew may do so to the BC Cancer FoundaƟon (Centre for the Southern Interior) 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 5L3. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 4333. Condolences may be oīered at www. pleasantvalleyĬ.com
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Every day in some small way We miss you more than words can say In our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day. Bruce & Judi Barnard
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PHILIP (PHIL) ARTHUR JONES, PHD. March 1, 1924 – January 8, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce Phil’s unexpected passing at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital. Phil was predeceased by his parents Stanley and Lucy (Smith) Jones of Maple Ridge, BC. Predeceased also by his much loved brother, Owen Douglas Jones, Georgetown, ON and sister, Elizabeth (BeĆŠy) Pineault of Nanaimo, BC and niece, Diana (Lawrence) Isaac of Winnipeg, MB. He is fondly remembered by his sister in law Jean (SĆ&#x;rreĆŠ) Jones, and many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by Owen’s children Glyn (Susan) Jones, Sylvia (Jonathan) Cutmore, Trevor Jones, Donna Jones and Elizabeth’s children, Sharlene, (Philip) Cross, Barbra Willis, Brian Pineault and Kathryn (Gary) Medcalf. His interest in genealogy and family history will bond the remaining Smith/Jonses in his memory. Phil was born in Prince George and moved to Smithers in 1937. He graduated from UBC in 1948 with a BSc (Ag) majoring in HorĆ&#x;culture. At the U. of Wisconsin (Madison); he aĆŠained an MSc in Entomology (1956) and a PhD in Entomology with a minor in Plant Ecology (1963). Phil served in the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve-Signals Branch from 1944-1945. His professional career started in 1964 as Assistant Professor of Entomology at South Dakota State U. (Brookings). Moving back to Canada in 1974, Phil worked for Niagara Chemicals. In 1977 he moved to OĆŠawa to join Environment Canada as a senior scienĆ&#x;st, transferring to the Vancouver oĸce in 1992. He then reĆ&#x;red to Vernon in November 1993. Phil had a passion for photography and all things outdoors, especially skiing. He was a life member of the North Okanagan Naturalist Club of which he was a founding member. In addiĆ&#x;on, Phil served on the execuĆ&#x;ve of the BC Agrologists. Recent projects included important documentaĆ&#x;on of the history of the Bulkley Valley. Phil will be greatly missed by his wide network of friends and acquaintances. Funeral Service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, Vernon, BC at 2PM, Friday January 16, 2015. In lieu of Ňowers, you may donate to a Nature charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155. Condolences may be oÄŤered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com
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LEGAL ASSISTANTS Nixon Wenger is one of the largest, fastest growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. We are a full service law firm working with clients across the province and into Alberta. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong administrative skills in each of the following areas:
• Solicitor Department • Litigation Department The ideal applicant for each position will have at least 2 years experience as a legal assistant who enjoys working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and who can deliver consistent and exceptional customer service. Candidates must be highly organized, detail oriented and have the ability to multi task as well as to manage and prioritize their time. Every position at Nixon Wenger requires a strong client service focus as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant program will be an asset to the successful applicant, but it is not mandatory for these positions. Successful candidates will be responsible for: • Organizing and preparing documents • Recording time • Managing files • Communicating with clients • Other duties as assigned Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits package and an RRSP program. Nixon Wenger LLP welcomes your interest in these positions and we invite qualified applicants to submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by 4:00pm Friday January 30th, 2015. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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Seasonal Farm Workers needed in Lake Country and Armstrong for Factors Farms. Duties include greenhouse work, field work, installing irrigation system, picking by hand and loading. Requirements are listed on our web site at: www.naturalfactors.com 16 positions start from March 1, 2015 and end October 31, 2015 (35 weeks). Minimum of 40 hours per week. Must be available Monday to Saturday 7 am – 3:30 pm. Pay: $12/hour. Please email resumes to: CareersKelowna@ naturalfactors.com or fax to (250) 766-7178.
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THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF S.D. NO. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap)
CASUAL BUS DRIVERS School District No. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) requires Casual Bus Drivers to work on a casual basis in All Areas. Applicants will have a demonstrated safe driving history as presented by a Driver’s Abstract from the Motor Vehicle Branch. Practical working knowledge of school bus maintenance and repair requirements, along with the ability to deal in a friendly, courteous and effective manner with a variety of passenger situations is required. Drivers must also possess a good knowledge of the North Okanagan-Shuswap Area. The rate of pay is $24.54 per hour. For further information on this opportunity and how to apply can be obtained by visiting Make a Future website at www.makeafuture.ca Deadline for applications is Friday, January 23, 2015. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Venture Training Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities? Venture Training is a dynamic multi-program organization with a rich history in the community. We are currently seeking
Casual Support Workers For our Residential and Community Integration Day Programs.
Qualifications: *Community Support Worker Certificate or Equivalent *Class 4 Drivers License (within 6 months of hire) *Current First Aid/CPR certificate *Foodsafe * Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Wages as per BCGEU Collective Agreement Please submit current resume with cover letter to: Human Resources Manager, VDACL 4240 Alexis Park Drive Vernon BC V1T 6H3 Fax: 250-549-3394 Email: hrvdacl@gmail.com Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
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PLUMBER & SHEETMETAL Journeymen & Apprentices Required for Okanagan area. Willing to train new apprentices. Send resume to: Combined Mechanical Contractors Ltd., 920 Waddington Drive, Vernon, BC V1T 8T3 or fax to 250-542-8386
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Help Wanted Armoured Car Guard/Drivers needed. Must have PAL gun license, good credit, no criminal record. Full time and Part time. Must be willing to take a 5 day course in Vancouver. Apply to: info@blsecurity.ca Bobcat operator with ability to load dump trucks. Please forward resume and drivers abstract to:keshiki@shaw.ca please include phone number. Experienced Janitor required. Must have own transportation. $12.48/hr., Phone: 1-250-8695165, Fax: 1-250-764-6460. Email:evergreenbuildingmaintenance@gmail.com FARM workers needed at Kuhn Kuhn Farms, 4320 L&A Cross Rd. $10.49/hr. Call 250- 558-3778. jujar.khunkhun@gmail.com Martin Orchard, Pruning, Thinning, Picking, seasonal work. Apr 1 to October 31. Wage rate $10.49 or piece work.email: hkr525@hotmail.com
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PAID ON-CALL FIREFIGHTERS To apply, download the application form and submit to the District Office at 9901 Kalamalka Lake Road, Coldstream or email to chief@coldstreamfire.ca.
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF S.D. NO. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap)
Mechanic We are currently seeking qualified applicants for Mechanic T.Q. – Operations Division. The applicants must provide services to the School District for the repair and servicing of school district vehicles. This is a temporary position. Salary of $28.87 per hour. Further information on this opportunity and how to apply can be obtained by visiting Make a Future website at www.makeafuture.ca. Deadline for applications is Friday, January 23, 2014 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Askew’s Foods is a family owned business with 4 grocery stores two in Salmon Arm, Armstrong and Sicamous. We have been in business since 1929 and are proud community supporters. Askew’s Foods is recruiting for the following position.
MEAT WRAPPER Armstrong Meat Dept requires a responsible person to work alongside our meat cutters to package, label and display all cuts of meat. Experience would be an asset but willing to train the right candidate. Must show the ability to work unsupervised. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of the Askew’s team, we want to hear from you. Wages depends on experience. Please apply in person, to: Pat Webb, Meat Manager – Armstrong Store or by email to Pat@askewsfoods.com
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Needed Early Childhood educator Permanent Part time. & full time.Must have license to practice. Reply to Box 11, C/o The Morning Star, 4407-25 Ave, Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5 NEED PERMANENT, Seasonal, experienced Vineyard & Farm Laborers, March 1 $10.49/hr. Email resume to: officesgw@gmail.com Production workers needed. Starting wage $10.75 per hour. 32-40 hrs per week. Steel Toed Boots are required. Please drop off resume at Black Press at the back of The Morning Star Building 4407 25th Ave. Vernon
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Columbia Shuswap Regional District Planning Assistant & Administrative Clerk The CSRD is now accepting applications for a Planning Assistant I and an Administrative Clerk for its Salmon Arm office. The positions offered are full time, permanent positions covered in the CUPE Local 1908 Collective Agreement. Planning Assistant As the Planning Assistant you will be responsible for responding to a variety of land use enquiries as directed to the Development Services Department. The majority of work involves direct front counter interaction, answering public inquiries and correspondence related to departmental functions such as zoning or subdivision matters, provide other departments and the public with parcel information, and interpretation of CSRD bylaws. Administrative Clerk As the Administrative Clerk, you will be the public’s first point of contact for general inquiries in person, telephone or e-mail and will ascertain the individual’s needs, answer general enquiries and direct to the appropriate department. You will perform a wide variety of clerical functions such as word processing, receiving and recording monies, processing incoming and outgoing mail, and filing. Applications will be treated as confidential and must be received by 4 pm, Monday, January 26, 2015. Interested applicants must send a letter of interest and resumé to: Colleen Goodey Administrative/HR Assistant Columbia Shuswap Regional District 781 Marine Park Drive NE Box 978 SALMON ARM, BC, V1E 4P1 or email: cgoodey@csrd.bc.ca To find out more about these positions visit the CSRD website: www.csrd.bc.ca/news-notices/opportunities/ careers Applications will be treated as confidential. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please email your resume to kcherkowski@afp-law.ca Attention: Kevin Cherkowski or drop off your resume at 3009B – 28th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 4Z7
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Are you looking for a change and a great opportunity? We at Natural Factors are a dynamic company! We are a division of one of the largest producers of vitamin supplements in North America. Our Kelowna division is looking for people to work FT with work experience, who love new things and are interested in contributing to people’s health. If you are mechanically inclined, good with numbers and want to add to our positive work environment, please go to our web site and check out the opportunities. www.naturalfactors.com We might be the progressive Company you’re looking for. Send resume to: CareersKelowna @naturalfactors.com
Part time office worker needed. Fridays 7:30am-4:00 pm. Additional shifts available periodically. Could lead to full time position $15.00/hr. Apply to: info@blsecurity.ca
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LAING Roofing (Vernon) is seeking experienced flat roofers for full-time positions. Benefits! Valid driver’s license please. Phone 250-542-5544. Please only email resume to lindsay@laingroofing.com.
Medical/Dental PHOENIX Dental Centre is looking for a relief CDA for Feb. 18, 19, 20,25, 26, 27, March 4, 5, 6, to cover for holidays. Please contact Debra at 250-542-5451.
Sales Hiring Sales Associates! Sleep Country is looking for committed & motivated Sales Associates to join our team! Working at Sleep Country Canada is more than just a job, it’s your opportunity to realize your full potential! We offer a competitive wage, generous benefit package, tuition reimbursement, and a fitness subsidy program! Apply online now at www.sleepcountry.ca A Better Career Starts Here
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PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST Part-time receptionist with strong administration skills required for busy downtown office for 5 hours per day, Tuesday to Friday. Minimum of three years office related experience required. Applicant must be an organized individual capable of working unsupervised, excellent interpersonal and multitasking skills, good computer knowledge, Microsoft Office a must. Please submit your resume, three letters of reference with hand written cover letter to Box # 9 c/o Morning Star, 4407-25th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1 P5. Only applicants who are short-listed will be contacted.
POWERMAX CONTRACTING is seeking Journeymen and Apprentices for projects in Northern Alberta. The shift is 2 weeks in 1 week out with flights provided from regional airports. Competitive wage & benefits package offered. Please email resume to: christinem@powermaxltd.ca or call 780-714-9690 for details.
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Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care. Pressure Washing. Gutter cleaning, tree trimming,local moves.Kris 250-308-4100.
RESORT SITE MANAGERS St. Ives Resort, Shuswap Lake B.C. St. Ives Resort is a four-season destination on the north shore of Shuswap Lake. The resort’s site managers are retiring in the �irst �uarter of ���� and we are looking for new managers to provide year-around owner & guest services, manage housekeeping staff and provide on-going maintenance for the buildings and grounds. This is a great opportunity to work in the hospitality industry and live in one of BC’s favourite vacation destinations. Compensation includes the provision of a caretaker suite and a vehicle allowance. If this uni�ue opportunity appeals to you, please email Garry Corbett at stivessitemanager@gmail.com indicating your interest, �uali�ications and e�perience.
A Great Place to Learn!! VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 22 (VERNON)
School District No. 22 (Vernon) is currently accepƟng applicaƟons for:
• PAYROLL SUPPORT CLERK Complete job descripƟon available on website: www.sd22.bc.ca under the District Menu. dŚŝƐ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ŝƐ ŝŶ Ă ƵŶŝŽŶ ĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ͘ dŚĞ ƐƵĐĐĞƐƐĨƵů ĂƉƉůŝĐĂŶƚ ǁŝůů ďĞ ƌĞƋƵŝƌĞĚ ƚŽ ƉƌŽǀŝĚĞ Ă ƐĂƟƐĨĂĐƚŽƌLJ CƌŝŵŝŶĂů RĞĐŽƌĚ CŚĞĐŬ ƉƌŝŽƌ ƚŽ ĞŵƉůŽLJŵĞŶƚ͘ Interested and qualiĮed applicants should forward their resume with supporƟng documentaƟon, professional references and cover leƩer by January 19, 2015 to: ,ƵŵĂŶ RĞƐŽƵƌĐĞƐ Ͳ ^ƵƉƉŽƌƚ ^ƚĂī School District No. 22 (Vernon) 1401-15th Street Vernon, B.C. V1T 8S8 Email: personnel@sd22.bc.ca Fax: (250) 549-9200 Only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.
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FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
Heavy Duty Machinery
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!
Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
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Rubbish Removal *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449
Pets & Livestock
Livestock AAA Grain fed beef for sale. No implants/hormones, ready for freezer. Call 250-546-9766
Pets Shampooches Pet Grooming 4311 25th Ave, Vernon. Call for information 250-275-1385
Shitzu/Yorkie/Poo, Male puppy. Leave Message 250675-3441
8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $65-$110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, or Sale.
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U1ST - MOVING 2 men $80/hr. Local and long distance. Call 250-859-8362.
Birch, Fir & Spruce mix, dry, stored in shed. $180 cord, call 250-838-7932
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Exercise Bike, 1 year old, manual resistance style, like new $50.00 250-260-7949
Real Estate Business for Sale 30 Year old FURNITURE Restoration business in Kelowna for sale. Owner retiring, Contact: SuperDave’sRestoration@shaw.ca 250-862-5064
For Sale By Owner Townhouse, 2bdrm, 2 bath, completely renovated, #31 4600 Bella Vista Rd. $227,500. (250)260-0133
Mobile Homes & Parks 3 bdrm mobile, all drywalled interior, near bus, lake, soccer fields. $70,000. 250-540-0227.
Rentals
Antiques & Collectables, Vehicles
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HOME GYM - For Sale York Mega Max 3001 home gym weight machine, 210 lbs of weights $250. Call Dave 250-549-0289 NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 Sims, large youth-20 ski pants. $20 Burton X-largeyouth, 14-16. $50. Ride-youth small 11/12, pants and jacket, red. Worn 3 times. Paid $250. Asking $100.250-308-7671. WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Misc. Wanted BUYING gold jewelry! Bracelets, chains, necklaces, rings, watches, coins, gold teeth, etc. Call Todd @ 250-864-3521. Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 250-863-3082 Local Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556
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Family Oriented Complex Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets. Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area.
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 18th View and browse the catalogue on-line
Partial List Includes: Remarkable early carved Belgian oak glass door cupboard, Victorian detailed wooden Church pew, early oak Arts & Crafts rocker, selection of English wardrobes, 14kt Gold genuine Emerald Pendant (appraised at $4,580.00), signed bronze figurines, selection of Limited Edition prints, c1850 London “Pointerâ€? percussion muzzle loader gun, large assortment of highend jewellery and sterling silver, collection of Swarovski crystal, early upholstered flip-back Theatre seats, boxed lots and so much more‌. Viewings to be held in our Vernon Showrooms.
VIEWINGS: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday thru Saturday 9:00 AM ‘til sale time Sunday SALE TIME: 1:00 PM Sunday, January 18th Check out our website www.antiqueimports.ca
ANTIQUE IMPORTS CHARTERED MEMBERS: B.C. AUCTIONEERS ASSOCIATION MEMBERS: CERTIFIED PERSONAL PROPERTY APPRAISERS GUILD OF CANADA
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Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Clubâ€?. Serious inquires call ‌
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OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 1000 sq. ft. to 4200 sq. ft. of premium office space in a modern building. Excellent quality leaseholds including: Boardroom, finished perimeter offices with ample natural lighting, open layout for cubicles (which can be finished into interior offices). Wide hallways, tile floors, glass doors, large common area washrooms. Centrally located in business / shopping district, public transportation nearby. Parking: Onsite stalls plus 150 stalls on adjacent lot.
Call (250) 862 7785 or email: stafford@devcobc.com
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 - 35th Street, Vernon
1 BDRM LOFT Close to town, ideal bachelor, F.S., gas FP. $700/mo. includes all utilities. Available February 1. Sorry NS, NP.
SEE THE LAKE 2 bdrm., 2 bath, level entry, nice view to lake, F.S., DW, adult oriented, new paint, new carpets. $750/mo. Available February 1. Sorry NS, NP.
ANTIQUE MANSION 2 bdrm., main floor, close to town, antique woodwork & wood floors, gas stove, F.S., W.D., ideal for couple. $1,050/mo. Includes all utilities. Available February 1. Sorry NS, NP.
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 - 35th Street, Vernon
OK LANDING Light industrial space across from Central Hardware. Small manufacturing or dance studio or classroom, 1758 sq. ft., level entry. $1,100/mo. includes triple net. Available January 1.
CENTRAL LOCATION
LAKEVIEW PLACE 3 bdrm., laminate floors throughout. $780/mo. plus utilities. Available February 1. Sorry NS, NP.
250-542-5580 1bdrm close to rec centre. N/P, N/S. $650 + utils. (250)307-4948 1 bedroom East Hill, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, on-site laundry. 250260-5870 2Bd, 2Bth DELUXE 3rd flr corner. Gas F/P, No stairs to UG Park $1050 incl. heat, guest suite, library, storage. Mature adult, NS NP 250-309-2000 2-bdrm Armstrong condo, freshly renovated, n/s, n/pets, Feb 1, $800. (250)308-9926 2 bdrm, BX, f/s, w/d, dish/w incl. util, wifi, tv. N/s, n/p, deck. $900. Jan 1. 250-545-7108 Arlington Apartments 2 bedroom SENIOR’S Century Manor Apts 1 bedroom SENIOR’S No Smoking No Pets Close to Schubert Very Clean & Well Maintained 250-275-8066 Belmonte Apartment 2bdrm suites & one - 1bdrm furnished available to mature renters. Cat friendly. Non smoking building close to downtown $850.00 & up. Ask about the move in incentives. 250-549-5254 HILLSIDE TERRACE 39th Ave, adult oriented, clean & well maintained; 1 bedroom, 1bedroom + den, N/S, N/P. $690 & up. 250-545-5773 Spacious, 1-bdrm, 1-bath, 40+ suite, kitchen & living room, quiet area behind Village Green Hotel $750/mo, Avail now, no partiers, Ref Req, call 250-549-4467
Commercial/ Industrial
Commercial Office Space For Rent
Downtown on 32nd Avenue (beside KISS FM) - 2nd Floor of Building Many different sizes to choose from
Call Dawn for details - RE/MAX Vernon 250-309-4092
WRECKING GM FWD CARS, All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055. www.anchorusedautoparts.net
Cars - Sports & Imports 2012 Kia Sorrento EX, gray w/black leather, 68,000 kms, 2 set tires/rims, mint condition. original owners, fully loaded. $23,900. Call 1-250-308-4255
2nd floor with elevator, good location & views. Newer, neat & clean, divided into offices, 1200 sq. ft., own washroom, parking for staff & customers. $1,000/mo. plus triple net. Available January 1. No smoking.
#1Summit Auto Recycling, fair value for your unwanted vehicles 778-212-8726
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Scrap Car Removal #11AAA Automotive recycling will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles. (250)808-1894 *1AA Scrap Removal. We will beat all competitors pricing, 250-801-4199
1992 Dakota, new brakes new winters, trans. recently rebuild, $2250 obo 250-306-7437
Adult
MIDDLETON MTN 2 bdrm., private, F.S., W.D. $790/mo. plus utilities. Available February 1. Sorry NS, NP.
RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685.
Escorts
Duplex / 4 Plex Lovely 3bdrm, 2 baths, 5 app, parking n/s, central. $1100. 250-558-0969, 250-938-1957
Misc for Rent 30’x60’ Quonset shop, cement floor & work benches. $850 /mo, avail now. 4829 Hullcar Rd, Armstrong. 250-540-8795
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• 4 bedroom home on Westside Road. Walk to Killiney Beach. 5 appliances. Large yard & deck. Available immediately. $1,000 Thor Chinchilla 250.309.1742 4+bdrm house, Armstrong, w/d,f/s,d/w, 1 1/2 bath, garage, shed, lrg yard, central air, walking distance to downtown & schools, n/s, n/p. CC & ref req’d. $1350/mo+util. 250-5506446 between 6-9pm only.
MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048 SOOO SEXY SANDY The Original K-Town Girl. 38D, 29, 34. Let’s Play! 878-1514 Vernon’s Best Escorts. In/out, Beautiful attendants. Hiring. 250-307-8174
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Coldstream full 2 level house, near college, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, bright, open, clean, n/s,n/p Avl now, $1850. 250-545-7196 Up lev. of hse, 2bd, W/D, A/C. N/P, N/S, avail Feb. 1. Call 604-856-7053. $950 mth. Ok landing area
Motels,Hotels 1Bdrm, n/s, kitchenette, walkout. Low Weekly, long term monthly $660. 250-558-6837
Rooms for Rent Enderby bedroom & den, utilities included, $475+d/d, n/s 250-260-3548.
Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, D.T. $475 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644
Suites, Lower 2 BRM, above ground suite. A/C W/D. $950/mo, furnished or $875 U/F. N/S, N/P, U/INC. Ph. 604-8567053 Feb 1.
Large 2bdrm daylight suite in Coldstream, 5 appl, n/s, n/p,$1200 includes all util. avail Jan 1 250-938-3587
Suites, Upper 1bdrm, East Hill suite, level entry, incl util & int n/s,n/p $750. Avail now250-542-9485 2bdrm, Armstrong, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, ref’s & Deposit req’d. $850. Avail Dec 1 250-3069909, 250-546-3383
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Oyama Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxilliary president Linda Bowers (left), branch president Ann Robinson and past-president Phil Rawsthorne present a donation of $2,500 to Lake Country Food Bank volunteer Marian Podgornik. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Vintage Car Club members John Simpson and Gary Handel present $3,000 to Joe Rogers (centre), Vernon School District superintendent. The donation is proceeds from the Father’s Day Car Show at the Village Green Centre and it will be divided between the four secondary schools in the district that have automotive shops.
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