Ryan Donn, instructor for Music City Studio, entertainment coordinator for special events throughout the Okanagan, and local singer/songwriter. His column on Castanet focuses on the creative community and events throughout the Okanagan.
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Kelowna's search for Canada's #1 Chef Feb 9, 2012 / 8:00 amLocal musicians rally for charity Feb 2, 2012 / 7:00 am
Loyal Wooldridge's passion is to empower men and women feel fabulous while never losing sight of the core of style: design and experience.
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Cause and effect in the chair Feb 9, 2012 / 5:00 amSunshine vacations Jan 6, 2012 / 5:00 am
Derrick Nicholson is a Currency Strategist with Western Union Business Solutions. He has been in the industry for the past 20 years. He specializes in mitigating currency risk for companies doing business outside of Canada.
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What they've done to my dollar Feb 9, 2012 / 5:00 amI got a raise! Or did I? Jan 26, 2012 / 5:00 am
Dr. Nimchuk is a chiropractor practicing at KLO Chiropractic Centre in Kelowna. He is also a full body Active Release Techniques provider and fitness consultant. As part of his ongoing commitment to health and fitness, Dr. Nimchuk is a clinic instructor for marathon and 1/2 marathon clinics at the Kelowna Running Room and is also the Okanagan evaluator for the RCMP Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE test).
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Chocolate milk: recovery drink Feb 9, 2012 / 5:00 amChiropractor’s role in rehabilitation Jan 26, 2012 / 5:00 am
David Allard has 16 years experience in the financial services industry, has a B.A. in economics and an M.B.A. He writes weekly on Market Trends.
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U.S. data calms EU jitters Feb 8, 2012 / 5:00 amGreek debt talks hit snag Feb 1, 2012 / 5:00 am
Ad Fool by Jarrod Thalheimer
A short, humorous look, at current television ads by a freelance writer who spends far too much time watching TV.
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SuperBowl Ads 2012: Part I Feb 8, 2012 / 5:00 amIce to Eskimos Feb 1, 2012 / 5:00 am
Sharen Marteny created Seniors Consulting a division of Marteny Seniors Consulting Ltd, which assists families of seniors determine the needs and wants of seniors when living at home is no longer an option.
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Family dynamics and elderly parents Feb 8, 2012 / 5:00 amSupervised housing needed Jan 25, 2012 / 5:00 amLatest Columns
Psychiatric hospital admission Feb 8, 2012 / 5:00 amMarijuana use and psychosis Jan 25, 2012 / 5:00 am
Dr. Brent Barlow is a Naturopathic Physician practicing at Okanagan Naturopathic Healthcare in downtown Kelowna.
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Ski hill nutrition Feb 7, 2012 / 5:00 amStay warm in the cold: Part 2 Jan 31, 2012 / 5:00 am
Jeff Zilkowsky is a lawyer with Hergott Law in West Kelowna, practicing primarily in personal injury and real estate law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UBC-O. In his column, Jeff provides information about current legal events or points of interest or concern relating to the law.
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First vs. second degree murder Feb 7, 2012 / 5:00 amPedophiles and haunted houses Jan 31, 2012 / 5:00 am
Finding Kelowna is a focus on the ordinary events, people and things that often go unnoticed like dandelions in spring. Its purpose is to reveal the startling brilliance of everyday life which may be beautiful, tragic or bizarre
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January in the City Feb 7, 2012 / 5:00 amCrossing Time’s Square Jan 24, 2012 / 5:00 am
John is an accomplished sales person and manager with over 17 years sales and sales management experience.
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The 'more prospects' paradox Feb 6, 2012 / 5:00 amWhat lies ahead in 2012? Jan 23, 2012 / 5:00 am
Cate Eales has been helping people make online computing safe, accessible and fun for over 20 years.
This column gives Catherine the chance to share with you the many things that make Kelowna unique and unforgettable so that you can glean ideas of places to visit or take guests when they come to town.
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Cook-off coming to Kelowna Feb 6, 2012 / 5:00 amHow to combat winter blahs Jan 23, 2012 / 5:00 am
Hugh Cairns is a Licensed Home Inspector, the owner of Subject 2 Home Inspections, a member of the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors of British Columbia - CAHPI (BC) and a Certified Energy Auditor.
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ecoENERGY ends Feb 6, 2012 / 5:00 amHome warranty deficiencies Jan 30, 2012 / 5:00 am
Psychic Heather Zais had a vision of her own future at the age of 11 that covered about 20 years of her life. The rest is history...
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Horoscope: February 5 - 11 Feb 5, 2012 / 5:00 amHoroscope: January 29 - February 4 Jan 29, 2012 / 5:00 am
Bruce Ryan is both a professional accountant and entrepreneur. He has started, acquired, led, sold and sourced financing for numerous businesses over a 20+ year business life.
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Business & charity: 'Smart' combo Feb 5, 2012 / 5:00 amChoosing professional services Dec 4, 2011 / 5:00 am
Oh! Canada! by Pastor David Kalamen
"Oh! Canada!" reflects Pastor Dave's love for the Canadian people and this nation, and brings a refreshing perspective to local and national issues of common concern
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Ethical paralysis Feb 5, 2012 / 5:00 amWrong in itself Jan 22, 2012 / 5:00 am
Hunkin's subjects are the very topics we usually discuss in our staff rooms,coffee shops or dinner parties. For whatever reason; being fear-based, being politically correct, or just no mainstream media theatres of discussion, these subjects rarely see the ink of print.
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Parents are out of control Feb 5, 2012 / 5:00 amThe secret conversations of men Jan 22, 2012 / 5:00 am
Avril Paice is the Director of Community Investment at the United Way. She uses her social work background to help non-profit organizations connect with the resources they need to carry out their work.
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Losing labels, saving lives Feb 5, 2012 / 5:00 amMatchmaking for volunteers Jan 22, 2012 / 5:00 am
Kevin's areas of practice include investment, retirement, insurance, estate and tax planning.
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RRSP strategies for today Feb 4, 2012 / 5:00 am2011 Year in Review Jan 7, 2012 / 5:00 am
Tim Schewe, has been writing his traffic column for most of the 20 years in his traffic enforcement service in the RCMP. Schewe retired from the Force in January of 2006.
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Pets and air bags Feb 4, 2012 / 5:00 amWinter cycling Jan 28, 2012 / 5:00 am
Ron Cannan is the Member of Parliament for Kelowna / Lake Country and sits on sits on the Standing Committee on International Trade and Scrutiny of Regulations Committee.
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Protecting OAS for future generations Feb 4, 2012 / 5:00 amHealth Care 2012 Jan 21, 2012 / 5:00 am
Chef Martin has experience in culinary art and pastry art - a career that spans over 20 years working in Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia and the Caribbean.
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Any excuse to get together Feb 4, 2012 / 5:00 amCozy up with dessert Jan 21, 2012 / 5:00 am
Ceinwen Morgan is a born and raised Kelowna gal that has worked in the real estate industry for five years. Keeping writing as her passion, she offers an uncensored bold truth about various topics such as market reviews, politics and news reviews.
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The growing rate of foreclosures Feb 4, 2012 / 5:00 amKelowna 3rd for home ownership Jan 22, 2012 / 5:00 am
We call him the Professor of Rock: With a career in music, television and media arts spanning 30 years, Atkinson knows music. He's traveled as a professional musician and he loves Rock 'N Roll. He is a music journalist who writes internationally for Frontier Records' Melodic Rock magazine and he owns FBA International a multifaceted management, consulting, promotional entity.
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Blues legend hits town Feb 3, 2012 / 7:00 amLife's a song Jan 20, 2012 / 5:00 am
Dr. Jack DeGruchy, a graduate of the University of Alberta has been practicing dentistry for the past 4 decades.
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Relax - it creates less headaches Feb 3, 2012 / 5:00 amAll I want for Christmas... Dec 10, 2011 / 5:00 am
The Okanaganista will be giving tips on how to achieve effortless fashion, "buy pieces you love, wear what you feel good in and dare to try new things."
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The Midi skirt Feb 3, 2012 / 5:00 amEssential item: the faux fur vest Jan 27, 2012 / 5:00 am
Mark Jennings-Bates is a Realtor with Realty Executives Kelowna. His real estate career has included working for a large publicly traded resort development company, global real estate development consulting as well as developing his own projects. He has been actively involved with real estate since 1994.
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The life of a Real Estate Assistant Feb 3, 2012 / 5:00 amCrime watch Jan 20, 2012 / 5:00 am
Karen Luniw is a Personal and Business Attraction Expert, CEO of The Business Attraction Center and The Law of Attraction Center. Karen walks individuals through a process so they can attract more of what they want in life and business.
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Goal setting: Is it working for you? Feb 2, 2012 / 5:00 amTop attraction tips for 2012 Jan 5, 2012 / 5:00 am
As the President of FloodLight Consulting Donald Robichaud works as a business coach and marketing consultant to assist entrepreneurs, small and mid size businesses with their Sales, Marketing and Branding of products and services.
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Reduce business debt Feb 2, 2012 / 5:00 amMake the right New Year's resolutions Jan 19, 2012 / 5:00 am
Fitness has been a passion and way of life for Kasie for over 14 years, 6 of those years she has dedicated to training and educating her clients and group fitness classes.
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Finding your yoga style! Feb 2, 2012 / 5:00 amAre you consuming enough water? Jan 19, 2012 / 5:00 am
A hospitality industry 'lifer', Sean is a sports trivia enthusiast and discussionist and is currently a staff writer at www.freethesportsman.com and at Okanagan Collection magazine.
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The ups & down unders of the week Jan 31, 2012 / 5:00 amWhere in the world is David Tyree? Jan 24, 2012 / 5:00 am
Laura has been a successful Certified Travel Counsellor since Feb.1999. She has worked in both Corporate and Vacation travel departments and has extensive experience as an avid traveller.
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St.Thomas - US Virgin Islands Jan 30, 2012 / 5:00 amComoros - the forgotten islands Jan 16, 2012 / 5:00 am
Jo has been messing around with words for a long time. Sometimes she'll just say words instead of writing them, it saves on paper. The columns that will appear here are of a highly serious and scholarly nature, therefore it is advised that you keep a dictionary and ponderous thoughts nearby.
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Post-apocalyptic Castanet Jan 30, 2012 / 5:00 amDie: update Facebook status Jan 26, 2012 / 6:00 am
As a Core Belief Counsellor, Annie Hopper unearths any outdated core beliefs that are blocking you from love, joy and success in your life.
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Be mindful of what you think Jan 29, 2012 / 5:00 amRecovery from mysterious illnesses Jan 13, 2012 / 5:00 am
James Kaufman is a Registered Acupuncturist trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine. He practices at the Okanagan Acupuncture Centre in downtown Kelowna.
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Post-operative recovery Jan 28, 2012 / 6:00 amDiarrhea Jan 14, 2012 / 5:00 am
An Accredited Mortgage Professional, Laurie Baird provides guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home or for planning a move.
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Where are interest rates headed? Jan 28, 2012 / 5:00 amStart 2012 on the right foot Jan 14, 2012 / 5:00 am
Carole Fawcett is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Registered Professional Counsellor who believes that we all have the ability to self-heal the hurts of our life journey.
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Mother Nature Jan 27, 2012 / 5:00 amThe gift of friendship Dec 23, 2011 / 5:00 am
From time to time Castanet.net publishes well written articles 250 - 500 words in length on various local topics. If you are interested in writing a column drop us a line.
Originally from Ladysmith, British Columbia, Thomas started his career with the Fire Service in February 1989 with Ladysmith Fire/Rescue where he spent 16 years in the positions of fire fighter, Lieutenant and later promoted to Deputy Fire Chief of Operations, Training and Prevention.
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Smoke alarms: you are worth it! Jan 26, 2012 / 5:00 amIce safety Dec 26, 2011 / 5:00 am
Keri Grenier is a lawyer with Pushor Mitchell LLP. In her column Keri provides practical information about personal injury claims in a format that is simple and easy to understand.
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Court quashes ICBC policy Jan 20, 2012 / 5:00 amToo late to sue? Nov 1, 2011 / 5:00 am
Colleen Becker is the owner/operator of FRAKAS, Shops for Women Inc. Frakas, has three locations, one of which is in the Mission in Kelowna.
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Sweet, sweet Spring 2012! Jan 18, 2012 / 5:00 amParty season is here! Dec 5, 2011 / 5:00 am
Mandy Tamaki has been in the financial services industry for several years and has assisted the financially challenged and observed financially healthy people of all kinds. She looks forward to sharing what she has learned over the years in dealing with so many people on all levels of the financial scale.
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Debt diet Jan 16, 2012 / 5:00 amCredit cards: the small print Dec 5, 2011 / 5:00 am
Brad is the host of the hit TV show "At The End of My Leash" and "Puppy SOS". He is the author of three books on dog training, is instrumental in many worldwide dog rescue missions, and runs a dog training school called Hustle Up Training.
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Avoid these dog training mistakes Jan 12, 2012 / 10:00 amHow to prevent boredom for your dog Jan 5, 2012 / 11:00 amLatest Columns
Jailbreak: Escape from Appletraz Jan 7, 2012 / 9:00 amYour emails are too long Dec 9, 2011 / 7:00 am
The Kelowna Women’s Shelter is a place of refuge for women who are not safe in their own homes, women who have been beaten, traumatized, threatened, and have fled in terror from a partner. Our staff and volunteers provide services to women and children in the area boundaried by Oyama to the North and Peachland to the South.
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Anticipating a 'real' Christmas Dec 15, 2011 / 5:00 amThings can be different Nov 19, 2011 / 5:00 amLatest Columns
Hot contests, celebs and beauties Dec 6, 2011 / 4:00 pmEntertainment, events and more Nov 7, 2011 / 4:34 pm
Yoree Grozenok owns and operates 1-800-GOT-JUNK? in Kelowna, part of world's largest junk removal company. Years of operating this great business gave him wealth of knowledge and experience in recycling.
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When recycling meets art Dec 1, 2011 / 5:00 amDisposal costs are going up Oct 1, 2011 / 5:00 am
Martin Berthiaume has over 20 years of broadcast experience as an editor and camera operator. For the past five years he has also directed most projects that came his way.
Marzio is an English teacher and freelance cartoonist who has lived in Kelowna for the past 45 years. He has published editorial cartoons in newspapers, produced illustrations for books and worked as a caricaturist in shopping centres and at festivals.
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More from Marzio Sep 20, 2011 / 5:09 pmCartoons by Marzio Aug 28, 2011 / 12:48 pm
We are dealing with an epidemic of tooth decay in children, a condition called early childhood tooth decay. Many children with dental disease have a poor quality of life because of chronic pain and infection which makes sleeping and eating difficult. Providing information through our column to parents of children in the Interior of BC will be helpful in giving them important tools to prevent dental disease in their children.
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Toothpaste, what works? Aug 18, 2011 / 5:00 amWhat's the Best Brush? Aug 4, 2011 / 5:00 am_