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A week of equine agony for Patrol By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

It’s been a week to forget for the popular Kamloops Mounted Patrol. On Aug. 26, Chico, a 17-year-old bay horse, died. Then, on Monday, Aug. 27, another horse, 10-year-old Bueno, got spooked in Riverside Park and collided with a jogger. Mounted Patrol director Rick Wanless said Bueno, who has been with the patrol for several years, bucked off his rider, ran loose and hit the woman in the side, knocking her down. “She didn’t see it coming,” Wanless said. A doctor who happened to be walking in the park tended to the woman while she waited for the ambulance. She was taken to Royal Inland Hospital for observation. “The member of

patrol that was bucked off is fine. “The horse scraped himself a bit and the lady is bruised and injured a bit, but she’s at home and recovering nicely, I guess,” said Wanless, noting he has spoken with the woman’s partner since the incident. Wanless said it’s not unusual for a horse to buck a rider — it’s happened to him on several occasions — but this is the first time a Mounted Patrol horse has run into a member of the public as a result. “What the public doesn’t always realize is the horse is 1,000 pounds and has the mental capacity of about a two year-old. It’s not too hard to frighten them or spook them,” he said. In this case, the horse became upset when another one of the patrol mounts moved ahead of him.

“It really is unfortunate,” says Paul Wright of unclaimed remains. “And, we thought about that while we were at the grave site [in Merritt]. Here are 42 people that really had nobody left.” Dave Eagles/KTW

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HERE WERE NO FAMILY members looking on as a minister read the committal service in Merritt’s Pineridge Cemetery on

The Kamloops Mounted Patrol is mourning the loss on Aug. 26 of Chico, a popular 17 year-old bay horse. KTW file photo

Aug. 15. That was the point. For the second time in his career, Paul Wright was overseeing a burial for those left behind — in this case, 42 people whose cremated remains had never been picked up from the Merritt Funeral Chapel. In many cases, the final laying to rest was 40 years in the making. “Only two of them were from our time owning Merritt Funeral Chapel, since

1988,” Wright explains. “All the rest of them were pre-1988, that we inherited.” But, when Wright’s family sold the chapel earlier this year, its new owners didn’t want the decades-old remains passed on to them. “They wanted a clean slate,” he says. Under B.C. law, Wright didn’t have to stage a funeral — nor did the chapel need to hold onto the remains as long as it had. If remains aren’t picked up after a year, the province’s Cremation, Internment and Funeral Service legislation allows a funeral home to throw them out after providing sufficient notice it intends to do so. However, Wright said that option didn’t sit well with him. “I didn’t think that was appropriate,”

he says, noting the remains were originally supposed to go into a common grave in Kamloops’ Hillside Cemetery. That vault already holds the remains of 300 people whose ashes were left at Schoening Funeral Service in Kamloops between 1961, when the Wright family took it over, and 1995. But, before the burial could take place, Wright got a call from a Merritt city councillor, asking that the remains stay local. “I found it a bit ironic that they went unclaimed for 30, 40 years and then, when it did come time to bury them, that they wanted them buried in Merritt,” he says. The city agreed to donate a grave and allow the mass burial and the ceremony proceeded. X See MASS A2

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Patrol members mourn Chico

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— Paul Wright on reasons on why a person’s remains may end up unclaimed for years

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Wright paid for the opening and closing of the grave and for an impermeable liner, which will keep the remains from becoming damaged. “We wanted to do it respectfully and I think we achieved that,” he says. A similar burial is planned for October in Kamloops, involving the remains of eight or 10 people. As in Merritt, Wright says the new owners of Schoening don’t want to take on the old remains. Wright says there are a number of reasons a person’s ashes may go unclaimed. Family members may live out of town and arrange a cremation via email for a relative who was living in a care home here.

“They’ll tell us, ‘Well, next time we’re in Kamloops we’ll pick them up’ and they never show up. There are those sorts of things,” Wright says. In other cases, the remains may be those of an indigent person or of someone with no surviving relatives left to pick them up. “It really is unfortunate,” Wright says. “And, we thought about that while we were at the graveside [in Merritt]. Here are 42 people that really had nobody left.” However, the Merritt burial plans did lead to a few longawaited pickups. The Merritt Funeral Chapel advertised twice in the Merritt Herald a list of the individuals slated for internment and was

able to reunite the remains of 11 people with family members. The remains of another man were left out after Royal Canadian Legion members contacted the chapel, suggesting he may be eligible for a veteran’s plot. In Kamloops, reunions have continued since the 1995 burial. On at least two occasions, Wright says, people have paid to have the grave opened and remains removed at “considerable expense.” While he is not aware of any other B.C. funeral home that buries its unclaimed remains, Wright says that possibility of retrieval years down the line is one reason not to toss the ashes out. “And,” he adds with a laugh, “that’s bad karma.”

“I guess he wanted to catch up to the other horse and became anxious,” Wanless said. “He acted up and off went the rider.” Wanless said the Mounted patrollers “feel very badly” about what happened and do take steps to prevent the public from being hurt by their mounts. “But, I guess that it’s something that comes with the territory,” he said. “In order to have the joy of having the horses within the park and the kids loving them and hugging them and everything, sometimes things don’t go the way we would like them to go.” Meanwhile, Mounted Patrol members are left with memories of Chico, the veteran horse who died last weekend. “Chico must have had an aneurysm or a heart attack or something along those lines because he just was

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The Kamloops Air Cadet Squadron 204 Black Maria will be moving to a school gym in Westsyde.

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Most students attending Kamloops-Thompson schools will begin the year with a shortened day on Tuesday, Sept. 4. All elementary and secondary students (with the exception of kindergarten kids) will begin the day at 10:30 a.m., with elementary students dismissed at noon and secondary students dismissed at 3 p.m. At Brock middle school, only Grade 7 and leadership students will attend class on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., with the remaining students starting the school year on Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 8:30 a.m. Kindergarten specifics can be obtained at your child’s school or on the school’s website. For students who use the bus, the elementary schedule will start two hours earlier than usual on Tuesday, Sept. 4, and end two hours earlier in the afternoon. The secondary schedule will start two hours later in the morning and will be on regular hours in the afternoon.

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It could become the home of an indoorsoccer or speed-skating facility. It could become an outdoor ice skating rink. But, with more than a million dollars of upgrades needed, it appears likely the McArthur Island Youth Centre building will be coming down. City of Kamloops parks, recreation and cultural services director Byron McCorkell said the building’s main tenants — the Boys and Girls Club and Kamloops Air Cadet Squadron 204 Black Maria — are moving to new locations, noting it makes more sense to spend the money that could have been used to upgrade the youth centre on other projects. The Boys and Girls Club announced earlier this summer it is working with the

city, School District 73 and the Kamloops YMCA-YWCA to build a new community centre in the former John Tod elementary building in North Kamloops. The Air Cadets, meanwhile, are headed to a school in Westsyde, McCorkell said. “There’s some gym rentals and I think a few seniors’ groups that use it [youth centre], but we’re building the indoor baseball facility now and there might be ways to accommodate them there or at John Tod or wherever,” he said. “That’s all part of the planning process.” City council has already agreed to put $95,000 originally budgeted for washroom upgrades and a wheelchair ramp at the youth centre toward the John Tod project. Cash earmarked for a HVAC system at the youth centre in 2015 will also go to the new community centre. “Investing our money there makes better use of the dollar than renovating a

building that, right now, has no insulation in the walls,” McCorkell said. It’s not the first time demolishing the building has been discussed. When Kamloops first launched its Tournament Capital program, McCorkell said, the plan was to put a new building in the youth centre spot, possibly an indoorsoccer facility. “It’s always been a potential option for us,” he said. With the building set to be vacated, the city will again be looking at that plan. According to the minutes of the city’s parks and recreation committee, at least two ice-based options are also on the list of potential future uses. McCorkell said a decision on the youth centre’s future won’t be made right away, as the building will be used by the Boys and Girls Club for at least another year, while John Tod undergoes about $1.5-million in renovations.

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Mounties probe shooting of man One man is in police custody while another was taken to hospital with a gunshot wound after Mounties found the wounded man during a traffic stop on Tuesday, Aug. 28. At about 9:30 p.m., police pulled over a 2003 Ford F-350, which was travelling erratically and heading east on Columbia Street in the area near Pemberton Terrace. Police spoke to the 28-year-old Kamloops man driver, who said he was taking his 31-yearold passenger to Royal Inland Hospital with an apparent stab wound. The driver — who was held due to signs of drug impairment — said he was using a friend’s vehicle to transport his wounded passenger. Paramedics were then called to the scene, along with other Kamloops Mounties.

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Report says Mountie ‘in awe’ of female sex act Allegation among many in report into the August 2010 incident Cpl. Rick Brown, the senior Kamloops RCMP member facing a criminal charge on allegations he and fellow officers watched a female sex act in police cells, appeared to be in “awe or disbelief laughing” when watching the sex act. That allegation is among many contained in a report into the incident, released on Wednesday, Aug. 29, by the Commission for Public Complaints Against the RCMP. In its report, the commission quotes Kamloops RCMP Const. Bryce Fleghen as saying Brown asked him to follow Brown to the cell’s guardroom, where Brown directed Fleghen’s attention to the video screen showing what amounted to a 10-minute sex act between two women who had been arrested separately for public drunkenness on Aug. 18, 2010. Brown, constables Evan Elgee and Stephen Zaharia and City of Kamloops guard David Tompkins are charged with breach of trust. The court proceedings have been delayed since RCMP Commissioner Bob Paulson denied the officer’s request for legal funding this summer, leaving the three Mounties without legal representation after their lawyers quit the case. The commission’s report notes video footage from the hall outside the guardroom shows seven Mounties and guards were present in the guardroom or at the doorway looking into the guardroom for some time during

the approximately 10-minute period while the two women were engaged in explicit sexual activities. The report says Tompkins was present for essentially the entire time, Brown was there for about seven minutes, Elgee was present for approximately five minutes and Zaharia was there for about five minutes. The report also notes the two women were arrested at separate Kamloops homes on the night of Aug. 18, 2010, and that the first woman brought to the Battle Street detachment by constables Carla Peters, Zaharia and Fieghen has claimed she was HIV-positive. Peters said she heard the woman make the claim and the commission’s report notes: “The RCMP’s Prisoner Report (Form C-13) in respect of Ms. X noted in the section titled ‘Medication required, unusual characteristics, distinguishing marks, etc.’ the following: ‘2010-04-20 Self Proclaimed HIV positive.’” As for the report’s findings: “The commission found that, by allowing the physical contact between the two individuals in custody to continue and engaging in voyeuristic behaviour, the RCMP members demonstrated a lack of professionalism and respect that not only offended the spirit of the RCMP’s policy on video monitoring of prisoners, but was inconsistent with the RCMP’s core values,” said Ian McPhail, the commission’s interim chairman. “Further, we found that the senior member

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When students in Sun Peaks head back to school next week, it won’t be quite the same as they remember. After several months of discussion, School District 73’s board of trustees agreed as of Aug. 27 to open a new school at Sun Peaks for kindergarten to Grade 5 students, as of Sept. 4. Under the new agreement, the Sun Peaks municipality will supply classroom space and pay maintenance costs, while the school district will supply teachers, office equipment and administrators, SD73 superintendent Terry Sullivan told KTW. Because those costs are covered by provincial operating grants, Sullivan said the new school won’t have a major impact on the district’s budget. But, he said, the agreement couldn’t have gone ahead if the municipality hadn’t provided the space. “The problem we have is that we have all kinds of excess space in the school district. It’s not in the right places, though,” he said. “As a result of that, the province really hasn’t given us any money for capital additions, renovations or new schools.” The school is expected to have 41 students to start and will run at Sun Peaks’ Discovery Centre for Balanced Education, where the district has run a distance-education program since 2010. Sullivan said the new school will replace that program at the primary level, though about nine

Will McGauchie (top) and other Sun Peaks students will this year, for the first time, be part of the regular School District 73 system. Dave Eagles photos/KTW

students in higher grades will continue with the old Discovery Centre programming. To start, two substitute teachers will oversee a kindergarten to Grade 1 and a Grade 2 to 5 class, with permanent staff likely coming on board in the third week of September. Sun Peaks Mayor Al Raine, said the community is “delighted” to have the school district bring programming to the space. Until now, facilitators working with students at the Discovery Centre have been paid for by the Sun Peaks Education Society (which will continue to pay for a teacher for the school’s second-

ary students), but running the distance-learning program has become more and more expensive. “The Education Society raised about $120,000 last year just to fund the operation of the school here,” he said. “This year, their costs probably would have been closer to $160,000. That’s a lot of money to raise in a small community.” As part of that fundraising, Sun Peaks’ mayor and council contribute their annual stipends — about $34,000 in total — to the community’s education fund, a practice Raine said will continue under the new agreement. One portion of the

new agreement, however, has school trustee Meghan Wade concerned. Wade, the only trustee to vote against the agreement, said she’s in favour of most of the plan and wants to see a school at Sun Peaks. But, she said she couldn’t support a portion of the agreement that allows for a fourday school week at the school. While the distancelearning program in the community used a four-day week, Wade said face-to-face schooling makes that schedule more challenging. “We have got little people, five years old. “And a four-day school week means a longer school day,” she said. “When you start to miss school for whatever reason, more is packed into those four days. So, in one day, you are missing more.” Wade said she’s asked for an educational justification for the fourday week during past board discussions on the school, but hasn’t received an answer. “I needed reasons other than, ‘That’s what we’re used to,’ to agree to that schedule shift, and I didn’t receive it,” she said. However, Sullivan said that, despite the agreement, the four-day week isn’t a sure thing for Sun Peaks. To make that kind of change to the school calendar, the district must reach an agreement with the Kamloops-Thompson Teachers’ Association — which requires 40 working days notice.

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HEN I WON A HUGE gift basket of makeup at the office Christmas party last year, every-

one hooted. Makeup has never really been my thing. In fact, my morning toilette is usually restricted to a shower and running a brush through my hair. My mother was convinced nail polish would kill my nails — that’s the kind of beauty-tip upbringing this girl got as a teenager. I blame mother for my lackadaisical attitude and continue to marvel at women who will not step out of the house without their “face” applied. Hence my reluctance to respond in the affirmative to any of the requests my friend, Kathy Roberts, sent to join her and her Mary Kay customers for an evening of facials and makeovers. Until recently. It was an interesting group. There was a young woman with her mom and her two grandmothers. There were two women from a local hair salon. And me — wondering whatever had possessed me to agree to this. We all gathered around a long table with tiny palettes with eight little indentations into which Kathy squeezed a variety of gloops and glops, all of which were to be applied to the face. Once all that was done, it was time to move on to foundation, blush, eyeshadow, eye liner, mascara and the two-step way to ensure your lips always have colour.

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LEVEL Kathy kept insisting to me that, if I just got into the routine, it would take no more than three minutes every morning. Riiiiight. They all seemed to know what each dollop of gloop was for and how to apply it. They didn’t see anything wrong with putting eight layers of stuff — although some of it was washed off, apparently taking away dead skin cells and other evil things I have been unknowingly been ignoring. A few days later, Kathy called again, this time inviting me to some sort of Mary Kay dinner gathering where awards would be given out, congratulations bestowed and all would celebrate this company that is almost 40 years old and that, in 2010, had worldwide sales of $2.6 billion. That’s a lot of lipstick. There were more than 50 of them gathered at Chapters Viewpoint when I arrived — late — to take it all in and figure out if there was a story in there somewhere. They were in the midst of draw-

ing for prizes. Everyone got a prize. We’re not talking about chintzy little key fobs and travel mugs. These women were getting shawls and jewelry and truly cool stuff. Directors — saleswomen who oversee others in their units — spoke about their goals for the upcoming year. They all want pink Cadillacs. After dinner, each director presented an award to a special member of their unit who has worked hard, been inspirational or simply made the work more fun and easier. They all beamed and applauded. Others were given awards for their volumes of sales. The cynic in me wanted to see something that simply wasn’t there. This was a group of women who are working hard, growing their home-based businesses — and, in this economy, that isn’t easy — and having fun while they do it. They celebrated each other’s successes at the gathering. Maybe when they all left and went back to their homes and businesses, the camaraderie ended — but I don’t think so. The sense of empowerment and encouragement seemed pretty genuine and, when I spoke with some of them, they talked about how great they felt to be successful at something they actually enjoyed doing. They all looked great, too. Must have been the makeup. dale@kamloopsthisweek.com kamloopsstreetlevel.tumblr.com

Kevin Falcon has been one of the hardest-working Liberal MLAs and cabinet ministers — and he’s done a great deal for his Surrey and Langley constituents. His decision this week to step down as finance minister and not run again in the 2013 provincial election is partially based on having a young family, as he said, but it is also with an eye to the future. The B.C. Liberals have almost no hope of winning the next election and their very survival as a party is in doubt. The rise of the B.C. Conservatives under John Cummins has led to almost half of the former Liberal voters going with them, according to the polls. Even if that number shrinks by quite a bit, it is obvious the fight between the Liberals and Conservatives will elect a whole lot of NDP MLAs. The best example of what will likely happen was in the Chilliwack byelection a few months ago, where the NDP won a seat the party has never held. Falcon can read polls as well as anyone. He also knows a general election is much different than either a byelection or whatever the latest polls say. But, as long as the Conservatives run candidates in all ridings and poll at least five per cent provincewide, the Liberals cannot win. Our best guess is this — Falcon will take a private-sector job, but will keep his political options on the backburner. He’s young enough that he can still return to the provincial fray. — Langley Times

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Re: Letter: Time to end driver subsidies: “Interesting letter from someone who drives three gas-burning vehicles. “It is not unreasonable for non-drivers to subsidize roads because they use them as well to get around and to have goods delivered to their homes or where they shop. “We are a major oil-producing nation and should be entitled to some cost savings because of that. “Finally, we are hugely disadvantaged because of our vast geography. “Quite simply, we have to burn a lot more fuel just to get around than do drivers in other countries. “I think our gas taxes are quite high enough as it is (and rescinding the carbon tax can’t come a moment too soon).” — posted by Chris Kempling

Re: Running the gauntlet: “Watch us on Discovery channel on Sept. 5, when the eightpart Highway Thru Hell series begins.” — Blair Reekie

Welcome to Journey To The Centre Of Ajax Mine! Editor: Sitting in Vancouver International Airport, I watched on a big screen a promotional video of Kamloops showing all its great attributes. I wondered how the video would look when the proposed Ajax copper and gold mine becomes a reality and moves into the city limits. I wondered how Venture Kamloops may have to promote Kamloops’ newest addition to the community” “Visitors! Welcome to Journey To The Centre Of Ajax Mine! “While visiting Kamloops and all it has to offer, don’t miss this exciting tour. It’s conveniently located within city limits and is only 15 minutes from city centre. “Here’s your directions to the Ajax mine: Take a drive through the quiet residential area of Aberdeen Hills and, while you’re there, make sure to shop for luxury homes with prices discounted by up to 50 per cent. When you come to a nice little school called Pacific Way elementary, it’s just another 90 seconds down the road to the giant Ajax mine!

“Don’t be alarmed by the face masks the children are wearing on the schoolgrounds; the dust and other contaminants may only affect those who live close to the mine for prolonged periods of time, but nobody knows for sure. “Just past the local school, you arrive at majestic Ajax mine! The dark cloud surrounding the mine and the constantly changing temperature gives Ajax an ominous look and feel. “Kind of an end-of-the0world feeling, but it adds to the mystique of the Tournament Capital of Canada. “Once you arrive, make sure you tour Ajax’s Museum of the Past and learn of the ancient land dwellers called ranchers and farmers, who raised their livestock on these once-beautiful rolling grasslands. “And, stop by the gift shop for a heaping jar full of tailings jam and some yummy mineral-strone soup. “Of course, there are health benefits to touring the mine as well. The massaging tingling feeling in your body feels wonderful because, as long as the blasting occurs and the machinery keeps on dig-

ging, you’ll always feel a gentle vibration all over your body — 24 hours a day, seven days a week. “Oh, and keep your eyes open for film crews who love to shoot on the churnedup earth tailings as it realistically looks like a lifeless planet. “But, nothing will impress you as much as the mighty Ajax hole, so big, so deep and so grand that it seems to go on forever! “It’s big enough to be seen from outer space and it just keeps getting bigger! No one is really sure how big it will get! “So, don’t miss Journey To The Centre Of Ajax Mine! “Book your tour today. Don’t forget to tell your friends about Kamloops and the biggest hole you’ve ever seen. “It’s the new catchphrase!” A humorous tale(ings) or not? The proposed Ajax mine will be too close to our excellent city. It should not be allowed. Randy Mistal Kamloops

PAVED PARADISE Local vendors set up their businesses in the 400-block of Victoria Street every Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the mid-week Kamloops Farmer’s Market. The market, and its Saturday (8 a.m. to noon) cousin in the 200-block of St. Paul Street, runs through the end of October. The North Shore Farmers’ Market takes place in the 400-block of Tranquille Road every Friday between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dave Eagles/KTW

North Shore intersection in desperate need of improvement Editor: Re: S.L. Vandusen’s letter of Aug. 28 (‘Life along Ord Road a mess of trucks, buses and long waits’): Finally, someone else who suggests the lights at the intersection of Eighth Street, Westsyde Road and Batchelor Drive be lengthened. I hate those lights.

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I have lived in the original area of Batchelor for five years and deal with them regularly. Did you know the lights for Ord Road and Batchelor Drive change to red only three seconds after the last car has passed through — and that includes you being the only car at that light waiting to go?

changed as traffic has more than doubled, if not tripled, especially if you are coming off Halston Road. There is so much lane changing and criss-crossing happening that it has definitely outlived its usefulness.

Meanwhile, the lights allowing Westsyde Road vehicles to get onto Eighth Street stay on green even if there are no more cars going through — and those you can see way down Westsyde Road, at least two blocks away, still get to go through the light. It’s an intersection that truly needs to be looked at and

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Old is new again By Michael Potestio STAFF REPORTER

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The new is going over top of the old as Thompson Rivers University’s remodelling of its Old Main Building takes shape. The addition to the building will include one-and-a-half new floors, complete with a law library, classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, learning spaces — and even a moot court to be used for simulated legal proceedings. “You’re looking at an entire school coming together and learning in a lot of very innovative learning environments,” said Christopher Sequin, TRU’s vice-president of advancement. The project includes 42,000 square feet added to the original structure. Once completed, it will house about 300 students, said Sequin. “That’s three years of law intake,” Seguin said, noting the space is being created for TRU’s new School of Law, which

begins its second school year next week. “We’re looking at a total cost of around $20 million all in,” said Seguin. “It comes in two phases. Phase one [the exterior shell] is near completion — what you’re seeing here — and that runs at $10 million and was funded off past surpluses of the university.” Phase two is all interior work. A capital request has been made to the provincial government for $7.4 million to help cover some of the remaining costs, said Seguin. “We’ve had some great meetings with our local representatives and they, in turn, have had some great meetings in Victoria and we’re optimistic and awaiting their reply.” Seguin said the university has been fundraising for the past three years and is hoping to raise another $2.5 million for the project. X See PROJECT A11

Christopher Seguin, Thompson Rivers University vice-president of advancement, takes local media on a tour of the university’s new School of Law, which will be housed in the Old Main Building. The university will spend about $20 million on the project. Dave Eagles photos/ KTW

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The soon-to-be completed TRU School of Law will offer an incredible view of Kamloops from the glass elevator to be built on the north side of the outside of the building. Construction crews are busy working to meet their deadline for the opening of the new TRU Law School.

Project respects TRU traditions X From A10

Its moot court will allow students to learn how to function in a courtroom environment, while the law library will have extensive online resources. “This will be the first new law school built in the digital age,” said Seguin. As far as the construction goes, Seguin said officials hope to have phase one completed by year’s end and are hoping begin phase two early next year,

with a completion date pegged for September 2013. Planning and drawings have already started for that phase. The addition preserves the history of the Old Main Building, Seguin said, while updating it to take on the appearance of a more modern building. “Old Main embodies not only what we’re about — which is student engagements, teaching and learning — but it embodies how

we go about it,’ said Seguin. “So, instead of tearing it to the ground and starting anew, what we did is, we built off of what was old, we respected our traditions and we used the facilities and materials that were already available to us. “I’m really proud to say that we’re moving from an eyesore to an icon, something that was pretty basic in design and function to something that’s inno-

vative and beautiful,” said Seguin. With Old Main under construction, incoming law students will be accommodated in the House of Learning and other buildings around campus. When TRU opens next week for fall classes, the first two floors of Old Main will be ready for classes, said Seguin. Meanwhile, construction will continue on phase one.

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Rarebirds ready to roost By Michael Potestio STAFF REPORTER reporter@kamloopsthisweek.com

The Rarebirds housing co-operative is ready to take flight. Since last summer, the group has been working toward its dream of building a co-op home just west of downtown. When completed, the project will see a 4,000-square-foot house overlooking Kamloops at 772 West Battle St. near Guerin Creek. The group will share expenses and living areas, though members will have private rooms. Dan Hines, a member of the Rarebirds, said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a project that supports a more environmentally sustainable and affordable type of lifestyle.

Why the name Rarebirds? Hines said in conversations with friends and family, the group realized this project was an unconventional one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Somebody said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re kind of rare birdsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and that name kind of stuck,â&#x20AC;? said Hines. So far, the group has eight members â&#x20AC;&#x201D; three couples and two singles â&#x20AC;&#x201D; invested in the projects. The cost of investing is $200,000, with a budget of $1.2 million â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all coming out of membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pockets. Including the couples as one investor each, the Rarebirds have raised about $1 million of their budget and are actively seeking a sixth investor.

The members chose to build downtown because they wanted an urban setting, allowing them to be close to all the amenities they would need, like public transit, the farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; market and shopping areas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lots of these intentional communities or co-housing units or eco-villages decide to do rural projects â&#x20AC;&#x201D; where they do a lot of farming â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but we wanted to be right on the edge of the downtown core preferably,â&#x20AC;? said Hines. He added the central location will allow them to drive less and bike or walk more. The group has an architect in place for the future home, said Hine, and, at the

moment, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just started the home-designing phase. They plan to build a two-storey contemporary design home. The plan is for the residence to have six private areas of 400 square feet for each of the co-owners. The private areas will each have a bedroom, bathroom, closet and sitting room. There will also be a large common area that includes a kitchen, pan-

try, living room, storage, small bathroom, and exercise room. Hines said co-operative housing projects such as theirs are movements that will grow over time, especially with rising costs of houses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And, it makes sense,â&#x20AC;? said Hines. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not sustainable if [we] constantly build these 4,000- to 5,000-square-foot houses in the suburbs for two people.â&#x20AC;?

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Residents of the Aberdeen Glen Village mobile-home park have a chance to become the first community in Canada to be given a Fire Smart Community Program designation. On the weekend, the park hosted a community day during which members of the city and Kamloops Fire Rescue discussed the Fire Smart Community Program, identified various fire hazards and gave tips on fire awareness and prevention. They spoke to a group of more than 30 people, said Walter Locke, vice-president of the Glen Village strata committee and head of the Fire Smart Program. Locke said the program is an auditing system that ensures an area is protected as best as possible from wildfires and other fires within a community. He said it is an important issue to look into because of factors such as the fact Glen Village

has just one route leading into and out of the park. Locke said the program may help with insurance issues and property values, but its main benefit will be to personal safety. “And, to try and prevent anyone from losing their home or, indeed, a life,” said Locke. Glen Village was informed of the Fire Smart Program by Kelly Johnston, natural-resources section leader with the City of Kamloops, over a year ago and the community has been working towards getting the designation ever since, Locke said. “We’re still working through the processes,” he said. “We’ve done some of the work necessary, we have a few more things to do and then will have to, along with the other members, create a plan and submit it to the Fire Smart committee — and then they will decide if we are designated as a Fire Smart community.” So far, the community has brought in a professional for-

ester to look at the area around the community to access fire dangers, and has undergone a Fire Smart audit to determine the community’s strengths and weaknesses. The weekend information session was a part of the ongoing process of gaining that designation and looking at the area’s needs. Locke said the program will make residents more aware of fire hazards and give them knowledge of how to create a safer home. He said it can be as simple as erecting a new fence or replacing an existing fence by using flameresistant material. To continue to be a part of Fire Smart, Aberdeen Glen Village must continue to undertake community activities on fire prevention and awareness. “It’s an ongoing process,” Locke said, noting even with the designation, the community must carry on with information sessions and awareness.

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PROUD PADDLERS Brook McLean and the Kamloops Canoe and Kayak Club did not return home emptyhanded from the Canadian Sprint CanoeKayak Championships, which wrapped up on Saturday, Aug. 25, in Dartmouth, N.S. McLean highlighted the trip with a pair of silver medals, won in the midget women’s C1 200- and 1,000-metre races. She also placed fourth in the midget women’s C1 6,000m, fifth in the juvenile women’s C1 1,000m and sixth in the juvenile women’s 500m. Zach Morgan won bronze in the midget men’s C1 1,000m. He also placed fourth in the midget men’s C1 200m and fifth in the midget men’s C1 6,000m. Eric Fast finished fifth in the midget men’s K1 200m. He also combined with Jake Goddard to place fourth in the midget men’s K2 1,000m and eighth in the juvenile men’s K4 1,000m, along with Patrick Dann and Elias del Valle. Keiffer Johnson placed seventh in the juvenile men’s C1 200m and combined with Morgan to place ninth in the juvenile men’s C2 200- and 1,000-metre races. The club’s home is on Shumway Lake. Mike Dembeck photo

HE KAMLOOPS Blazers gathered around a white piece of paper taped to the wall outside their dressing room. The club’s fitness-test results were posted and the verbal jousting had begun. “It was very competitive this year,” said Dev Mitra, the Blazers’ strength and conditioning coach. “We re-did the format this year because the coaching staff decided they want to lay down that competitive feel from Day 1.” In years past, Kamloops would split into small groups across the Tournament Capital Centre for testing. Mitra formed much larger groups this season when testing took place at the TCC on Thursday, Aug. 23. “For example, in the mile-anda-half run, we put 12 or 13 guys on the line at the same time to push each other,” said Mitra, who owns private fitness company Total Results Training. “You can’t hide. Everyone knows where you are.”

There were six events — the 1.5-mile run, 400-metre sprints, bench press, long jump, push-ups and sit-ups. Brendan Ranford was the big winner, finishing first overall. He was first in the 1.5-mile race with a time of 8:24; fourth in the 400m, averaging 66 seconds over three attempts; tied for first with Dylan Willick and Brock Balson in the 19- and 20-year old bench press division, lifting 205 pounds 15 times; fifth in long jump, jumping 262 centimetres; third in push-ups with 76; and third in sit-ups with 64. Category winners were, in the 400m, Austin Madaisky and Colin Smith (both averaging 65 seconds), in long jump, Aspen Sterzer (272 centimetres), in push-ups, Colin Smith (85), and in sit-ups, Madaisky (71). The 17- and 18-year old bench press division was won by Matt Needham, who pushed 185 pounds 17 times. Connor Clouston crushed the competition in the 15- and 16-year-old category, lifting 150 pounds 23 times. Second-best in that division was 18. “Some of the biggest surprises came from the younger guys,” Mitra said.

“Connor Clouston, Evan Tordiff and Nick Chyzowski. In the past, you wouldn’t expect the young guys to finish up in the top 10 or 12 like that.” Clouston, 16, placed eighth overall, while 15-year-olds Tordiff and Chyzowski were 13th and 14th, respectively. Rounding out the overall top five behind Ranford were Willick, Madaisky, Smith and Sterzer. JC Lipon might have cracked the top three, if he did not cramp before his last 400m attempt, rendering him unable to run, which affected his overall score. On the other end of the spectrum, returning defencemen Brady Gaudet and Tyler Bell did not have great performances, finishing 25th and 34th overall, respectively. Mitra said it’s often the case athletes focus too much on one discipline in the off-season. “You look at the guys that finish well ahead of everyone else and they take care of everything they need to,” Mitra said. “They’ve looked after their cardio. They’ve looked after their strength. They’ve looked after their power. They’ve taken care of all that stuff.”

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There are no chickens in this KFC. The Kamloops Fencing Club has been around since 1999 and is looking for new members this year. “The people who are attracted to fencing are usually not typical sports-minded people,” said Damon Hebner, club member and former head coach. “They’re not normally on soccer teams. We get a much higher percentage of people who just fence, as opposed to people who do many sports.” The KFC provides the necessary equipment — including masks, jackets and blades. New blood will likely start with a foil, a lightweight training weapon,

before graduating to an épée, the real deal, used in Olympic combat. Fencers duel on a 2X14 piste — combat area — and gain points by striking their opponent. Kamloops’ fencing headquarters is at the McArthur Island Youth Centre. With three 10- to 12-week seasons, the KFC runs year-round. It costs about $70 per season to register. Registration is done through the city’s parks and recreation department. Hebner has given way to new co-head coaches Alexandra Golt and Sean Bigham, both longtime members. Golt would like to see more members compete provincially and nationally. “If the individual is

tournament-minded, there are a whole whack of them they can go to,” Hebner said. Vernon, Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, Prince George, Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary are home to fencing tournaments. There are at least three beginner tournaments held in the Tournament Capital each year. The KFC hosts Fencing for Food nights, during which free lessons are offered in exchange for food donated to the Kamloops Food Bank. As far as Hebner is concerned, en garde is a position more Kamloopsians need to experience. “We really try and make it family-friendly and keep the cost down,” he said.

Terry Donald, chief operating officer, president and co-founder of The Club at Sagebrush, died suddenly on Thursday, Aug. 23. He was in The Hideout — a scenic dining-and-relaxation hut, a Mongolian yurt, overlooking Hole 13 — when his aortic blood vessel ruptured. “It was right around lunchtime,” said Don Harvey, a longtime friend of Donald’s. “Shock and disbelief was the first reaction. “How could this happen?” Donald was 62. Harvey, Sagebrush’s general manager, said Donald was as “healthy as a horse,” and his death seems surreal. “I’ve know Terry for 25 years,” Harvey said.

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Highlights from the Blue vs. White KTW was at the annual Kamloops Blazersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Blue vs. White intra-squad game, held on Tuesday, Aug. 28, at Interior Saving Centre. Here are some of the highlights:

had a goal and an assist. He was also flattened cutting across the middle of the ice. Welcome to the WHL. X Jayden Halbgewachs, the Blazersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first-round pick in the 2012 bantam draft, finished the game with a goal and an assist. X Jordan Thomson, Kamloopsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first-round pick in the 2011 bantam draft, is quickly becoming the player he is expected to be. He looked calm, made a few nice breakout passes and showed off his shot. He recorded two assists. X The gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scariest moment came in the third period when Colin Smith was high-sticked and fell to the ice. Blazer fans breathed a sigh of relief when he got up and skated

X Chase Souto had a strong game to augment an impressive training camp. There were times he could have finished better, but he was in the right spots. X Aspen Sterzerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy was there, as usual, but he took too many penalties. He and Tyler Bell dropped the gloves late in the third period, but no punches were thrown. It was a short-lived wrestling match, but intense, nonetheless. X Mitchell Lipon, younger brother of returning Blazer JC,

off the ice. Blazer trainer Colin (Toledo) Robinson was also forced to pick himself up off frozen water when he took a spill. X Blazer prospect Braden Krogfoss made 19 saves on 23 shots between the pipes. He also stopped Jordan DePape on a breakaway. The Cloverdale product was re-assigned after the game. Kamloops starter Cole Cheveldave looked in mid-season form, allowing one goal on 27 shots. Taran Kozun will start the season as Cheveldaveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s backup. X Kamloops trimmed its roster to 31 players ahead of tonightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Aug. 30) exhibition tilt against the Victoria Royals. Puck-drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. at ISC.

Jordan Thomson, Tim Bozon, Colin Smith and Brady Gaudet â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Compete Cup champions. Allen Douglas photo

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That Stanley-Cup looking mug in the middle of the dressing room is the Compete Cup â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no joke. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something we felt if we could integrate here, it would increase our competitiveness within our own group,â&#x20AC;? said Dave Hunchak, the Blazersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; associate coach. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll use it periodically throughout the year and the guys have really embraced it.â&#x20AC;? None of the players know the cup will be on the line until they arrive at the rink and it

sits in the middle of the dressing-room floor. The coaching staff decides at which practices the hardware will be played for and the club is split into two teams, which engage in intense drills, from which points are awarded to the winners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The actual practice is strictly a straight battle practice â&#x20AC;&#x201D; one-onone, two-on-two, threeon-three,â&#x20AC;? Hunchak said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you break down the game, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ultimately what it is.â&#x20AC;? In Kamloops, the tradition started last year when a much-smaller version of the trophy was handed out four

times after practise. Team White embraced the cup after disposing of Team Blue 5-3 on Tuesday, Aug. 28, at Interior Savings Centre, marking the first time it was played for at the intra-squad pre-season tilt. Defenceman Brady Gaudet was on the winning team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really battle for it, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for sure,â&#x20AC;? Gaudet said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You get your picture up on the wall.â&#x20AC;? A team photo is taken and hung on a pillar in the Blazersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dressing room and it stays there for the remainder of the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guys chirp each

other about winning the Compete Cup,â&#x20AC;? said Hunchak, noting he would like to see it handed out annually at the Blue vs. White game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We use it to not only maintain, but increase the level of our internal compete, which is very important.â&#x20AC;? Colin Smith said the Compete Cup, while it might have a humorous name, is no laughing matter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hunch harped last year that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to compete against each other before you can compete against another team,â&#x20AC;? Smith said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It brings you closer.â&#x20AC;?

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Another hockey star from Cole Harbour There must be something in the water in Cole Harbour, N.S., because two of the greatest young hockey players in Canada in the last 10 years have skated on ice made from that Cole Harbour H2O — a situation that defies logic. Cole Harbour is a community of 25,000 — a small city by anyone’s definition — yet Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon are homegrown products of the city near Halifax. OK, you’ve heard of Crosby, the Pittsburgh Penguins superstar who, some claim, is the world’s best player. You may not have heard of MacKinnon but, if you’re a hockey fan of any stripe, you will. MacKinnon will be a 17-year-old playing for Halifax Mooseheads of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League this winter. A ‘young’ 17, too, because his birthday is Sept. 1. Right now, the fast-skating forward is projected to be the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft next June, making him the second Cole Harbour native to be the top pick in a span of just nine years. Critics say

BRUCE PENTON From PRESS ROW MacKinnon might not be the next Crosby, but he’s a superstar-in-waiting nonetheless. Sixteen-year-old players rarely lead their major-junior teams in scoring, but MacKinnon’s 78 points topped the Halifax list last year. He really made an international splash this summer when he led Canada to a gold medal in the under-18 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament. MacKinnon’s five goals and six assists led all players in what scouts regard as the second-most important tournament (next to the World Junior) for prospecting. In the championship game, MacKinnon scored three goals in Canada’s 4-0 victory over Finland. “I’ve never experienced anything like this

before, but it’s a great way to start the season,” MacKinnon told TSN. ca. Sometime in December, when Hockey Canada officials will gather to choose Canada’s players for the World Junior in Ufa, Russia, MacKinnon’s name will probably be front and centre. Chances are he will be the only 17-year-old on the squad, which could be bolstered by a number of 20-year-olds if the NHL labour strife is still in full force. Meanwhile, Cole Harbour city fathers should perhaps get an early start on changing their city’s welcome sign. Space will soon have to be found on the “Home of Sidney Crosby” sign for the name of another young hockey superstar.

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Study links marijuana use to lower IQ in teens

E HAVE WRITTEN ABOUT the potential impacts of marijuana use by young people a few times in the past and we always get an abundance of response — some of it by the legalizing crowd accusing us of fear-mongering and some of it from people militantly opposed to marijuana use. We are taking no position on this legal and social question, but merely reporting the science to better allow people to make up their own minds. This week — and, as usual, you are hearing about it from us first — a new report from the National Academy of Sciences in the U.S. has more disturbing news about the impact of marijuana use on young users, primarily teenaged smokers of marijuana. It reports people who were repeatedly diagnosed with cannabis dependence during young adulthood had noticeable declines in IQ scores by age 38, especially when the heavy use started in their teens. The research in New Zealand was conducted by a team from Duke University in North Carolina.. IQ tests were conducted initially at ages seven to 13 and again at age 38. Those who became dependent on marijuana before the age of 18 saw their

IQ scores lowered by an average of eight points, while those who became cannabisdependent in their 20s saw a much smaller drop in their scores. The lead researcher concluded: “Collectively, findings are consistent with speculation that cannabis use in adolescence, when the brain is undergoing critical development, may have neurotoxic effects.” What does “dependent” mean? Many young people will protest the findings, saying: “Well, I am not addicted to marijuana, so this is not about me.” That would be incorrect, as “dependent” is defined in this case as anyone who smokes marijuana three times a week or more. Sadly, that is a great number of people. What is worrisome is what this study means for young people smoking marijuana today compared to those in the study. Because the research started when people were in their teens and measured IQ when they were 38 years old, it took more

than 20 years in some cases to measure the IQ differences. Twenty to 30 years ago, marijuana was many times less potent than it is today. Will that mean developing brains in teen users of this potent variety of marijuana see even more IQ loss? It has turned out to be the case that the more-potent marijuana has increased the number of drug-induced psychosis in teen users, so it would not be much of a stretch to worry about this impact as well. Because the IQ decline was not significant in people who started smoking marijuana as adults, there is even more evidence that the developing brain is more vulnerable and requires more protection and concern. As a reminder to those who did not see our articles on this subject in the past, the brain continues to develop until a person is 25 years old. A headline from Duke University’s press release was blunter: Adolescent pot use leaves lasting mental deficits.

JOHN CAMPBELL

DELWIN KOHLMAN

April 1920 – August 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, brother and friend John Campbell. John passed away peacefully in the company of his family at the Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops, on August 22, 2012. He will be deeply missed by his family including his daughters Betty (Dale) Braithwaite and Judy Martin (Dan Cox), his grandchildren, and of course his many friends in Kamloops. John was predeceased by his wife Jessie, his son John Matthew, and his brother Allister and his grandson Jody. John was born in Farnborough, England. His family traveled to Canada when he was 9 months old and his family eventually settled in Kamloops. John joined the Scouts when he was 12 and became a King’s Scout when he was 18. He married Jessie in 1945 and together they enjoyed 53 happy years. John enjoyed many careers in his long life. He was an Air force mechanic during the WWII, he owned and operated Twin Cities Driving School as well as the Heffley Creek Store. John also drove school bus and worked in the Balco Mill in Heffley Creek. John spent a good part of his life in Kamloops where he was active and independent right up to his death. He had a busy social life and particularly enjoyed evenings at the Eagles, and playing crib with his friends on the North Shore. He was an avid gardener, crib player, photographer and rodeo scooter participant and will also be remembered for his joke telling and his ability to recite his favorite poems from memory. The family would like to thank the caring and gracious staff at 5 North at the Royal Inland Hospital and the Ponderosa Lodge for their constant care and compassion. We would like to give special thanks to Dr. Howie. The date for a memorial service for John will be announced soon. Should friends so desire, donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Ponderosa Lodge. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

If you have thoughts about marijuana use by youth or in general, we always like to hear your point of view. You can share it with us or ask us questions at Kamloops@cmha,bc.ca because we want you to know the facts and we like to hear what you think about them.

In Memory of KYLE AARON WEISS April 25, 2005 - August 30, 2005

In Loving Memory of

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The time is quickly passing, Though still I can’t forget. For in the heart that loved her, Her memory lingers yet. I hope you found your heaven and your God. Very sadly missed by Harry

We cannot bring the old days back Your smile we cannot see We can only treasure the memories Of days that used to be. Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re always there. Never more than a thought away You’re loved and remembered by us every day. Love from Diane & Ernie Connolly and Lorna & Morris Prokop

A life that was far too short, One that will never be, Who would you have looked like, Your father, or more like me? Would your hair be golden blond, or brownish-red like Dads? Your eyes, I’m sure, a sparkling blue, our tiny little lad. Would you have been tall, or short, or something in between, We’re always left to wonder, what could, and should have been. Would you have been athletic, read books, or liked to paint? Would you have been temperamental, or easy-going as a saint? Would you have liked Superhero’s, dinosaurs or cars, Or would you have been interested in how things worked, or what’s beyond the stars? Questions that will remain unanswered until our dying day, When God will reunite us, for this we truly pray. An unbreakable bond we have between two parents and their son, We will forever love, and miss you, our precious “Little One”. Mama, Daddy and Lil’ Brother Jordie

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OMEONE COMPLAINED TO THE CITY’S BYLAWS OFFICE ABOUT THE WEEDS IN JANET WHITEHEAD’S GARDEN. The plants are gone now — courtesy of a group of skateboarders who wanted to help the local artist who has given so much to so many. Whitehead is battling a rare form of breast cancer, a fight that leaves her often drained, she said. It’s a war with which all cancer patients can. “I’ve had to learn to ask for and accept help,” Whitehead said of her life since she was given the diagnosis in March. “And, I’ve discovered it takes a whole community to raise a Janet.” Many in that community are gathering at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St., on Saturday, Sept. 1, to raise some money to help their friend and mentor. As a self-employed business woman with no disability insurance, being unable to work right now means her income has stopped. The expenses haven’t. “This wiped out my business and income,” Whitehead said. Travel to the cancer clinic and some of her medications are covered,

Local artist and life coach Janet Whitehead is the focus of a unique fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 1, put together by friends to help her financially as she battles a rare form of breast cancer. KTW file photo

Whitehead said, but not all. So, Hope Mikal and many others have organized Supporting Janet Whitehead’s Healing Journey at the downtown venue from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The focus will be a silent auction, with many donations from throughout North America by artists, artisans and friends of Whitehead. “I am so grateful,” Whitehead said, “and I’m excited because all these people get to show their stuff. “These are such creative thinkers and they’ll be showing what inspires them.” Whitehead hopes to be there, if only for a short while.

It’s possible she’ll be sporting her own artistic statement — Mikal has given her a gift certificate to have her nowbald head decorated by a local henna artist. “It’s been extraordinary to watch what Hope is doing with this event,” Whitehead said. “She is such an amazing young woman. I get excited for her.” Mikal is just part of what Whitehead calls her community of muses — her business is Musings and Mud Life Coaching Studio — and they’ve all gathered around her since the diagnosis. Just like the skateboarders who heard about the weed complaint and wanted to help, this group

has been bringing Whitehead food, holding gatherings to keep her spirits up and even, before her mastectomy surgery, held a fun night where they painted her chest. “They posted some pictures from that on Facebook and I thought ‘Well, I guess I’ve gone public with this now;,” Whitehead said. She’s getting used to her new “crazy, crazy life,” and tries to do “what feels good in the moment,” working to avoid the stress that naturally comes from fighting a rare disease. Whitehead spends some time “doodling, sketching and writing and getting out into nature.” She’s made some

thank-you cards and has done a bit of painting and tries to keep her mind occupied. She spends time studying the science behind the cancer and its treatment and is slowly coming to terms with her baldness. “It’s been hard to go out in public since losing my hair,” she said, “but I look at it as preventative medicine — although I still look sick.” Anyone who wants to donate to the event or volunteer on Saturday can contact Mikal by email at hopefull.universe@gmail.com. There’s also an online fundraiser accepting financial donations at fundrazr.com/campaigns/aIkz0.

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Jayson Charters is heading home — and he expects to get a lot of laughs when he arrives. Charters, 42, who used to compete in rodeos, will be clowning around as the community hosts a Canadian Professional Rodeo Association event at the Collettville rodeo grounds on Saturday, Sept. 1 and Sunday, Sept. 2

“It’s my destiny,” Charters said of the career change he made just two years ago. “It’s where I was always meant to be. Everything in my life has brought me to this point.” Charters, a member of the Okanagan First Nation, started steerriding at age eight and, at 14, was one of the youngest bareback riders on the B.C. rodeo circuit. Three times, he competed at the National High School

Finals (NHSFR) Rodeo. In 1989, he qualified for not only the NHSFR in Pueblo, Col., but the Indian National Finals in Albuquerque, N.M. For 13 years, Charters competed on the senior rodeo circuits in British Columbia, until an injury brought about his retirement in 2003. For the next few years, he focused mainly on his career as a logging-truck driver and on helping his wife, Yvonne, raise their two daughters, Sydney and Courtney. Charters’ return to the rodeo scene — and, specifically, to clowning — came about almost by accident.

Merritt’s rising-star rodeo clown, Jayson Charters, will be bringing his highly-entertaining show to the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo on the Labour Day weekend. Charters, who has been associated with rodeos for a lifetime, has performed throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Merritt will be his first Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) event.

“In the spring of 2010, I offered to help a friend of mine ‘crack gates’ at a rodeo in Deadman’s Creek, B.C. “Almost as an afterthought, I said jokingly, ‘If you can get a barrel, I’ll get into it’.” One thing led to another and soon, Charters was busy constructing a fullfledged set of clown routines, complete with props and crazy costumes. “My very first clown performance was with an old, gutted washing machine that I nicknamed a ‘Jay-tag 2000’. It was a hit.” In 2011, Charters did many rodeos throughout B.C. and Alberta and, this summer, has done seven in his home province. His many miles on the road have been eventful. “I went through three vehicles last summer,” Charters said with a chuckle. “I blew the engine in my wife’s car, and the transmission in my stepdaughter’s vehicle. “I finally got a truck of my own and wound up hitting a deer at 110 km/h near Mayerthrope, Alberta. I barely made it home.” As a barrel man during the bull-riding event at rodeos, Charters has also experienced his share of high-risk moments.

“About a month ago, in Kamloops, I got quite banged up in the barrel,” he said. “I got launched across the arena by a bull. Jarred my back and neck pretty good.”

Charters is proud to be the only First Nations rodeo clown in B.C. “Clowning allows me to express myself,” he said, “and my love for people.

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Aug. 31: Violin versus Vinyl, $7. Sept. 2: Bangers and Mash, no cover. Sept. 5: Tech N9ne (therealtechn9ne.com), Mad Child and Krizz Kaliko, $30 in advance at Mountain High Pizza, 314 Victoria St., or $35 at the door. Sept. 6: Nouveau and the Hunger, $5. Sept. 20: Peace Treaty (peacetreatymusic.com). Advance tickets $7 at Mountain High Pizza, 314 Victoria St. Sept. 27: Nouveau and The

The Dirty Jersey 1200 Eighth St. Sept. 1: Full of Excuses (reverbnation.com/fullofexcuses) and No Island (no-island. com), 9 p.m., $5. The Blue Grotto 319 Victoria St. thebluegrotto.ca Aug. 31 and Sept. 1: We Are Live. Sept. 5: Daniel Wesley. Advance tickets are $15 and are available at Long & McQuade, 955 Lorne St., at the venue or online at danielwesley. com. Sept. 7 and Sept.

8: Rad Radio Lifeline. Sept. 10: The Jezebals (thejezabels.com) and Wake Owl (wakeowl. com). Sept. 13: Burlesque, 8 p.m., featuring fan favourites including Clinton W. Gray, Jimmy Schlimit, Miss Coco Creme, Clair de la Lune, Gilda Lily, Lizzie Borden, Black Moon, Lily Danger, Peaches D’Or, Melvyn Felske, Kyleena Mon, Veronica Kitten, Vain Calamity Jane and Emergency Happiness, 19+, $10 at the door. Sept. 14 and Sept. 15: Bluesfoot. Sept. 18: Hey Ocean (loveheyocean.com).

Advance tickets are $15 and are available at Long & McQuade, 955 Lorne St. or at the venue. Sept. 21 and Sept. 22: Brickhouse. Sept. 28 and Sept. 29: Mostly Marley.

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Fun is the point at new North Shore dance studio dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

Dance has given Bill Robertson a pretty fine life. He has travelled the world, performing with some amazing people in some incredible venues. He has taught, not only in his studio in Vernon but at other studios, including a couple in Kamloops where he has been visiting and sharing his talents for the past two decades. Now, he wants to make that impact a bit larger, a bit more tangible and, ideally, inspire others to dance and have fun while they do it. In fact, Robertson said, if spending an

hour in tap or jazz class does little more than provide people with a social time during which they can enjoy other peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company and strut their stuff, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good thing. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been busy in unit eight at 1203 12th St. getting things ready for open houses next week as he introduces the North Shore Centre for Performing Arts to Kamloops. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll open the doors â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but not the registration desk â&#x20AC;&#x201D; on Tuesday, Sept. 4, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. to introduce the studio to Kamloops. Registrations can be made today (Aug.30) at the studio from noon to 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. to

8 p.m. Robertson said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not taking registrations during those sessions because he wants people to come, try out some of the sample classes heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be conducting â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not much more than 15 minutes, with the emphasis on fun as you learn â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and not feel pressured. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be offering classes in all dance styles, from ballet through jazz, tap and acro. Robertson knows dance. Asked when he got started, he shakes his head and says he really doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember. His parents enrolled him at the encouragement of his grandmother, he said.

Poetry slam wants to do just that By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

It was a Tuesday night in a small, downtown cafe in Victoria, and a group of young poets was blowing Richard Wagamese and his wife away. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were just kind of swept up in the energy that young slam poets were pushing out of the microphone every second Tuesday,â&#x20AC;? said Wagamese, a Kamloops-based author and poet. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The audience gets really involved. After a while, the audience builds and they have their favourite poets, so they get cheered when they come to the microphone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a real exciting, vibrant, energetic art form.â&#x20AC;? Wagamese is hoping to bring that same energy to the Victoria Street branch of Caffe Motivo with Breathing Fire, a twice-monthly poetry slam. Rather than simply read a prepared poem, slam-poets commit their creations to memory and work them into emotional, theatrical performances,

Wagamese said. Artists with a talent for improv may also create works on the spot, feeding off the energy of the crowd and the moment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I slam a poem, because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m off the page, it offers me a degree of freedom of expression and a range of motion that the page kind of inhibits,â&#x20AC;? he explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a more powerful, more present, more immediate-feeling way to deliver a piece of writing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And, the audience effect is heightened. The impact of the poetry on the audience is heightened because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more theatrical.â&#x20AC;? Because poems may deal with sensitive or personal topics, Wagamese plans to limit admission to those 19 and older, but familiarity with slam isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a requirement. Rather, the idea of the gathering is to help people hone their performance and poetry skills. As the group becomes more established, Wagamese said he hopes to run workshops on slam poetry, take a team of poets

into local high schools to introduce young writers to the concept and, eventually, take some of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best spokenword artists to national competitions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a community of budding poets and writers,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think once they get introduced to the idea and see what a slammed poem or a slammed spoken-word piece actually looks like in the flesh, that the attraction of it will be magnetic and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have no trouble building a community.â&#x20AC;? Early events will allow poets to perform for five minutes each, with the order determined by random draw, but as the event gains traction he hopes to also run a monthly competitive night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Audience members will be asked to judge and hopefully by then we can figure out a way of scraping up some prize money every time we have that,â&#x20AC;? he said. The next Breathing Fire event is Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. at Cafe Motivoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown location. Admission is $5 at the door.

Grandma was a musician from vaudeville days and she loved dancing and theatre. Both clicked with her grandson, who has gone on to a career including work in film and television, in choreography and dance and in videos. A graduate of the Vancouver Film School, as well as having studied dance in Los Angeles and New York, Robertsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resume includes work with the Honey I Shrunk the Kids and SCTV television series, appearances on stages including the National Arts Centre in Ottawa and in plays including A Chorus Line, Cats, Seussical and West Side Story. The Kamloops studio is an extension of Robertsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company, To The Pointe Productions.

He still expects to collaborate with other dance studios in the area. Robertson also anticipates continuing his Dance For Dreams program, which sees his students perform shows as fundraisers for local charities. In recent years, he has raised $20,000 at the Vernon studio for different agencies. The most recent to benefit was the SPCA, for example. He chose the name not only because of the location but because he expects to expand his classes into other realms of production, including theatre and voice classes. But, for now, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about dance â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and Robertson is hoping he can inspire a love for it in others, just like his grandmother did for him.

Bill Robertson has been dancing almost all of his life â&#x20AC;&#x201D; performing, choreography and teaching. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opening a new dance studio in Kamloops where he wants to share his love of the art.

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NO ISLAND Vancouver-based rock band No Island is at the Dirty Jersey on Saturday, Sept. 1. Describing itself as quirky and fun, the band is in the midst of a two-week tour in Western Canada. Opening for No Island will be Kamloops band Full of Excuses.

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ACROSS 1. Hyrax 4. Considerateness 8. Expressed pleasure 13. 1896 Ethiopian battle 15. Hawaiian dance 16. Khaki colors 17. Southern soldiers 18. Musician Clapton 19. 58703 ND 20. Letterman’s hometown 23. Fr. Riviera resort 24. Wrath 25. Put up with something 27. Divertimento 32. Comportment

33. Toward the mouth 34. Take in marriage 35. Composer of Rule Britania 36. Central parts of fruits 38. Ice hockey goal 39. Lair 40. A citizen of Denmark 41. Algeria’s 2nd largest city 42. Buildings 44. Extensive landed property 46. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! 47. Cereal grass spikelet bristles 48. Gives you instant long

locks 55. Umbrian industrial city 56. Cheremis language 57. Wm. the Conqueror’s burial city 58. Beach (French) 59. 7th Hindu month 60. Tightly curled hairstyle 61. Niches 62. Connects the keel & sternpost 63. Take a seat DOWN 1. Persian dialect 2.Yemen port & gulf 3. Switchboard (abbr.)

4. From that place 5. Invisible emanations 6. Shear 7. Mexican tortilla dish 8. Highly regarded 9. Said of a city that “rose up” 10. Turkish district 11. Of a very dark black 12. Fall back time 14. Inanely foolish 21. Furnish with help 22. Former Italian monetary units 25. Made public by radio or television 26. Aka sesame 27. Skin infections 28. Before 29. Being cognizant of 30. Ballet dancer impressionist 31. Eve’s garden 32. Produced 36. Hiding place for storage 37. A single unit 38. Napoleon’s birthplace 40. Daily journals 43. Hanging threads edging 44. A canvas canopy 45. Central nervous system 47. Nest of an eagle 48. Assist 49. Father of Araethyrea 50.Yuletide 51. A piece of work 52. Clods 53. St. Philip, Patron of Rome 54. Arrogant & annoying person 55.Yearly tonnage (abbr.)

WEEKLY HOROSCOPE ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, balance and harmony will reign supreme this week. If there is something you have been meaning to change, now is the time to get it done. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Intentions can be lost when communication is not effective, Taurus. So don’t expect someone to understand simply by your actions alone. Explain yourself along the way. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, sometimes you give off the impression that everything is going well, even when it is not. Hiding your emotions works sometimes, but this week ﬁnd another strategy. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, most of the time you seem slow and steady. But every once in a while you show some passion that others may not expect from you. These sudden bursts are human. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you can’t change the path the stars have set in your place even if you want to. It’s best to simply accept the cards and make the most of them. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, speak up if you are not satisﬁed with your relationship. Now is the time to set things straight and make your voice heard. The other person will be receptive.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, a new person in your life will become a close friend for a long time. This person will have the qualities you need the most right now, and friendship will be easy. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You’re feeling like it’s time to take matters into your own hands, Aquarius. Don’t put off your happiness any longer. It’s too important to push aside. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 This is the perfect time to address the questions that have been on your mind, Pisces. If you’ve been fretting over something, work it out.

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AUGUST 30 Cameron Diaz, Actress (40)

AUGUST 27 Paul Reubens, Actor (60)

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LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you are ready to change careers or travel for a change of pace. This could be the ideal time to make your move because there isn’t anything pressing going on. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your surroundings may try your patience this week. Rise above any potential confrontations, and you will come out looking and feeling better because of it. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 You may be misunderstood all day, but that won’t put a damper on your good mood, Sagittarius. Let others think what they want to think and simply carry on.

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high-tide markers suddenly rise five stories N WEDNESDAY, WE DRIVE above us. toward the Bay of Fundy, en I think to myself how it’s possible that, route from Halifax to Prince only hours ago, a whale swam through this Edward Island. very passage, which is now bare enough to After stopping to take pictures of saltwalk on while carrying a camera and a red sanded outbuildings and fence lines and plastic bucket we use to collect wildly growing wildflowers, a few rocks, a few shells and a we arrive at the bay’s interpossible fossil. pretive centre, where we’re At sand level, I pick up tiny reminded to be aware of the hermit crabs that reach around shoreline at all times. their shells to touch my thumb, “The volume of water that then settle them back in their will return to the bay over the tide pools, wondering about next six hours is greater than life in such a dramatically all the fresh water lakes and cycling waterscape. rivers on earth.” DARCIE HOSSACK Above are knotted ropes Once outside with this Bon that dangle from trees atop information, I try to imagine APPÉTIT stone towers that will become what it means but, while my islands by mid-afternoon: mind telescopes for perspecLifelines for anyone caught tive, I find there is none. It’s simply not possible to gain a sense of spelunking in sea caves, or simply caught daydreaming. such volume — so we walk. It’s impossible to not imagine being We walk down a tree- and berry-lined marooned atop one of these islands and I path. take a mental inventory of things that ought We walk down and down an encasement to be in our backpack, should we find ourof wooden stairs. selves climbing out of the tide to relative We hop onto a rock and then down fursafety. ther still, onto another, then another. In truth, everything I think of would betWe step onto the ocean floor, where the

ter fill a picnic basket. Later, as we travel through Nova Scotia, across a corner of New Brunswick and the circle drives of P.E.I., we’ll discover all the edible items we could ever want. There will be fresh raspberries and blueberries and every kind of vegetable, all sold roadside by an honour system of taking what you want and leaving money in a wooden box. We’ll discover a gouda farm and more ice cream stands per capita than seems reasonable, even to us. And, we’ll find The Maroon Pig, a bakery in Georgetown where the once-mayor/ maker-of-sea-glass-jewelry will send us for olive-studded focaccia — the kind of bread that might make a couple of foolish married people imagine an accidental picnic on one of Fundy’s tidal islands. For now, though, it’s time to be on our way. So, we walk back across the tidal flats, climb over one rock, then another and another. Up the wooden stairs and back to our rental car, where we set shoes caked with red mud to dry in the trunk, along with a few rocks, a few shells and a possible fossil. nicefatgurdie.wordpress.com onepotato2potato@shaw.ca.

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Skyscrapers, souqs and sandscapes of Qatar By Irene Butler SPECIAL TO KTW travelwriterstales.com

VER SINCE TALES OF ALADDIN and stories of magic carpets swept my imagination away in grade school, my desire to journey through the Arabian Peninsula has never waned. Now, all these many years later, my dream is finally realized. My husband Rick and I arrive in Qatar, the small country that juts like a thunk into the Arabian Sea off Saudi Arabia’s border to discover how this culture steeped in tradition has melded with modernity. Souq Waqif (market) is the perfect place to soak up tradition. Waqif existed since the days when Bedouin nomads traded goats, sheep and wool for essential items. Time has not changed the maze of passageways, with mud-rendered walls and wood beamed ceilings. We meander past small shops piled high

with spices, dates, figs, perfumes, pots, plastic everything, aquarium fishes and puppies. A father passes with his small daughter clinging to his one hand while, in the other, he carries his purchase — a falcon. The ancient art of falconry dates back to at least the 7th-century BC and, although Westerners find using these birds of prey for sport objectionable, it is prevalent in the Arab countries and the Bedu are the grand masters. Every café in the market is filled with customers puffing their choice of sheesha (flavoured tobacco) through bubbling water pipes called hookahs. The air is opaque with smoky bouquets of sweet apple, strawberry, rose and mint. Seeing Rick puzzling over a hookah apparatus, Hussein, a waiter at Café Tasse, invites us out back, where a dozen pipes are being made ready for patrons. In a Sheesha 101 lesson, Hussein demon-

The skyline of Doha is dotted with skyscrapers. Irene Butler photo

strates the basics. Billows of smoke rise into the air with each puff. Rick tries next. With my camera aimed, I wait — and wait — for a billow. Ahhh, at last, a pouf of smoke the size of a walnut.

Rick Butler tries a hookah at a Quatar cafe. Irene Butler photo

“Not as easy as it looks,” claims Rick. Upon checking our must-do list, we note seeing the desert landscapes and camel races are in the forefront. Our new friend Jerri, an expatriate who works in the country’s oil industry, offers to drive us to the unique limestone formations known as “desert mushrooms” at Bir Zekreet — and, lucky for us, the famed camel race track of Al-Shahaniya is on the way. As we approach the track, my heart leaps at the sight of these “ships of the desert” in compounds along the roadway, strings of them crisscrossing the highway bringing traffic to a halt. We pull into the Al-Shahaniya complex and gleefully make our way close to the track. Practising jockeys and camels in bunches stir up clouds of dust as they race by. Some of the jockeys bouncing along on adult camels also hold the reins of a juvenile camel with no rider, no doubt a learning process for the gangly young ones. Leaving this sport of sheikhs, we barrel south again, arriving at Bir Zekreet for sunset. The fading light casts an eerie glow over the weirdly spectacu-

lar “mushrooms,” the result of winds that have whittled away the softer sedimentary rock leaving pillars below large intact tops — a geography lesson of desert formation. Back in Doha, we stroll past megaskyscrapers along Al-Corniche, the U-shaped avenue that hugs the shimmering turquoise Gulf waters. Then, it is on to superlative stadiums of Sport City, built for the 2006 Asian Games. At the nearby Villagio Mall, the extravagance must be seen to be believed. Shoppers take time for a gondola ride along the faux-Venetian canal running through the middle of the mall’s ultra-wide corridors. Qatari men in impeccable white throbe (floor-length shirt-dress) twirl prayer beads of pearls, jade or gold. Women’s abeyyas (black robes) and hejabs (head scarves) are trimmed with gold, silver or gems. Their fingers flash diamonds the size of marbles. As we leave the mall, we notice a Lamborghini with gold wheel rims — it’s the ultimate in excess. Qatar is the largest exporter of liquefied natural gas in the world and. along with crude

oil and banking, it has one of the fastest-growing world economies. The country is ruled by the popular emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, whose family has been in power since the mid18th century. In 2005, a cabinet and advisory council was voted in to assist in the running of Qatar. I came away feeling

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COMMUNITY PLENTY OF ACTION AT PNE Chris Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dwyer (left) and Meaghan Kindred enjoy a ride on the Twin Flip during the Fair at the PNE. The annual event, an end-of-summer tradition for thousands of British Columbians, winds up on Monday, Sept. 3. Douglas (below) and Harris Hinter (bottom left) enjoy their rides on the KC Raceway during the fair. Thousands of people, like this quartet of Kamloopsians, have taken in the many exhibits, demonstrations and shows, enjoying the range of foods for sale and sharing in the fun that fills the fairgrounds for more than two weeks every summer.

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RECYCLING

More ways to recycle in B.C. As summer comes to a close, many British Columbians are prepping for fall with a sweep of the garage or an overhaul of the attic. However, this might leave some wondering what to do with that old power tool or broken sewing machine gathering dust for years. ElectroRecycle, a provincewide smallappliance recycling program, has expanded its list of accepted products to include new electrical items, such as power tools, sewing machines and exercise equipment. With this expansion, British Columbians can recycle more than 300 different types of household electrical products, ranging in size from electrical toothbrushes, toasters and hand-held drills to countertop microwaves, carpet cleaners and treadmills. Introduced by the Canadian Electrical Stewardship Association (CESA) last October, the non-profit program is the first of its kind in Canada and the only governmentapproved small appliance and power tool recycling program in B.C. Research shows that British Columbians are interested in a small appliance recyc0ling program. A recent survey by McAllister Opinion Research found almost all (97 per cent) would consider participating in a small appliance recycling program, while nearly 90 per cent would encourage others to take part. ElectroRecycle is fully funded by a fee on the sale of new electrical products to cover all program costs such as transportation, collection and recycling. Accepted products can be dropped off for free at more than 120 locations across the province. Drop-off sites are located at private recycling drop-off centres, local government sites, and service organizations like the Salvation Army. A list of accepted products and drop-off locations is available online at electrorecycle.ca.

Stay cool as summer carries into September It’s been a hot summer in Kamloops and we still have a month to go until fall officially arrives. In fact, this coming Labour Day weekend carries with it a forecast of sunshine and temperatures in the high 20s. With more summer weather on the way, BC Hydro has ways for you to keep your cool and save money. Here are some tips on how to be smart with your power and cut down on your electricity use and costs. • Cool air in, hot air out: Lock out hot air during the day and open windows to let cooler air in during the evenings. • Blinds up, temperature down: Using blinds and drapes can block up to 65 per cent of the heat that would otherwise come in through your windows. Angling horizontal blinds with the edge tilted upwards will block heat from entering, while allowing light in. • Spin that fan: A ceiling fan is a great energy-efficient alternative to an air conditioner. To use a fan more effectively, hang it at least 2.5 meters above the floor and ensure it is rotating counter-clockwise. The air-flow from this creates a wind-chill effect that makes you feel cooler. • A cool home: Time the use of major appliances like ovens and washing machines during cooler times of the day. Turn off all unnecessary electrical equipment — computers, stereos and televisions — and limit the use of most electronics to early mornings and evenings, when the air is cooler. • Make laundry a breeze: Take advantage of the warm dry weather to hang your laundry to dry. Hanging clothes to dry instead of using a dryer is a great way to keep things cool and save money. If you have to use

Ceiling fans are energyefficient alternatives to air conditioners. To use a fan more effectively, hang it at least 2.5 meters above the floor and ensure it is rotating counter-clockwise. The air-flow from this creates a wind-chill effect that makes you feel cooler.

the dryer, throw in a dry towel to a wet load of laundry to cut down the drying time. • Food for thought: Eat cold food on a hot day to save the need for using the oven or stovetop. Or use the barbecue and prevent unnecessary heat in your home from the oven. • Keep your cool: Keep cool this summer by taking shorter, cooler showers. You can save up to

$15 a year per person by taking one minute off your usual showering time. For a family of four, that’s $60 in savings. • Vacation tip: If you’re going out of town, remember that a full fridge is a happy fridge. Having an empty fridge requires more energy to cool the empty spaces. Try filling old containers with water to improve your fridge’s

efficiency. The same rule applies to your freezer. • Timing is everything: If you’re going to be away, use a timer for interior and exterior lights so your lights turn on and off at a predetermined time. And, don’t forget to unplug phone chargers and other appliances to diminish “phantom” load. Electronics and other devices, like phone chargers, continue to

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It’s back to (God’s) school again

S STUDENTS PREPARE TO HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL, MANY PARENTS PRAY TO GOD THEIR CHILDREN WILL STAND AGAINST ASSAULTS ON THEIR FAITH IN THE YEAR AHEAD. The students would face attacks not only with regard to their faith, but also in areas of morality, intellectual honesty and the naturalistic versus the spiritual views of life. Thousands of years ago, the wisest man on Earth counselled people how to NARAYAN MITRA counteract attacks on their cherished You Gotta Have belief system FAITH with these words: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the holy is understanding” (Prov. 9:10). When we think of understanding, we think of scientific knowledge, ethical knowledge and self-knowledge. Even today, devout scholars would subscribe to the view the rise of modern science

and technology is a result of the Christian understanding of the universe and God. A great scientist, J.R. Oppenheimer, and the famous philosopher, A.N. Whitehead, tell us the foundations of modern science are based upon the Christian assumption that the universe is rational because God is its creator. Because the universe is rational and man is created in the image of God, man is rational. Out of this fundamental commitment to the rationality of the universe and man have come the assumptions and experiments that have brought to life modern science and technology. This fundamental assumption was the impetus that gave rise to modern learning. Today, on-campus and off-campus, man repudiates the idea the universe was created and is directed by a rational God. Science studies the universe, but science did not put the universe there. Why, then, is there something rather than nothing? Some scientists and philosophers think we should not ask these sorts of questions. If science cannot account for the rational intelligibility of the universe, what can? Our answer will depend not on whether we are scientists, but on whether we are the-

ists or naturalists. The fact is the intelligibility of the universe is one of the main considerations that has led thinkers of all generations to conclude the universe must be a product of intelligence and understanding. Not only in the scientific but also in the ethical realm, there are many good people who do not believe in God. There is hardly a vice that is not praised as a virtue and hardly a virtue that is not condemned as a vice. People think modern psychology can provide an ethical foundation. It cannot. Unless we have a universe that is moral at the heart, unless we have a God who commands, we would create moral chaos. Unfortunately, this has reached all levels, including the church. In the arguments about whether certain church practices are right or wrong, few ask: “What does God say about this?” The big crisis of our time, as many students face the coming academic year, is the sense of alienation and loss of identity. But, when we believe man was created by God in His own image, we know that man is of infinite value. Unless we begin with the premise of God, we end up believing we are nothing.

Not only is the knowledge of God the foundation of every other kind of understanding, but “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” Most of us agree a religion of fear is bad for faith, that we should not scare people into being good. We believe not in the God who is there, but in the God whom we would like to be there. Until we accept the God who is there, not just the God we conceive of in our minds, we will never be able to take Him seriously when He would say: “Thy sins be forgiven thee.” Isn’t that one of the most tragic and difficult experiences of our time? Until we take seriously the wrath of God, we shall not really be solaced by the love of God — in the coming academic year and beyond. narayanmitra@hotmail.com KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and include a headshot of the author, along with a short bio on the writer. Submissions can be sent via email to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com.

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Come and join us for our Family Service every Sunday. When: Summer Service Time Sundays at 9 am Where: Calvary Community Church Building, 1205 Rogers Way Contact: Phone 250.376.1548 Email: info@jesusfeast.ca Web: www.jesusfeast.ca

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LABOUR DAY The Kamloops and District Labour Council will host its annual Labour Day Picnic at Riverside Park in 3 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 3. The event will be hotdogs and pop sales, entertainment and kids activities. including face painting and a bouncy castle. For more information call the Kamloops and District Labour Council at 250-3747310

LABOUR DAY PICNIC

Jobfest tour manager Daisy Blue Groff demonstrates an iPad app that guides young people through career choices. Tom Fletcher/KTW

Jobfest on way to Kamloops The B.C. government is rolling out a rock-themed road show to encourage young people to find training and work — and the show will land in Kamloops on Sept. 27. The Jobfest tour has all the trappings of a concert tour, including T-shirts, souvenir drumsticks and guitar picks, and two inflatable tents that look like giant amplifiers. Stops in 50 B.C. communities will include a rock band, local community performers and speakers, with the tents serving as mobile career resource centres. “We’re going into some of the smallest communities in the province, First Nations communities, nonaboriginal communities to really share with the youth of the province what sorts of careers are available to them,” said Jobs, Tourism and Innovation Minister Pat Bell. Job resources that are part of the tour include iPad apps that guide users through a four-stage questionnaire to narrow down their possible career choices, and computers to link users to a network of websites for detailed information. The tour launched in Abbotsford on April 18. From there it went to McBride, Prince George, Mackenzie, Chetwynd, Dawson

Creek, Fort St. John, Prophet River, Fort Nelson, Dease Lake, Iskut, Kitwanga, Terrace, New Aiyansh, Kitimat, Haida Gwaii, Prince Rupert, Hazelton, Smithers, Houston, Burns Lake, Fraser Lake, Fort St.

James, Vanderhoof, Williams Lake, Quesnel, 100 Mile House Abbotsford, Penticton, Whistler, Lillooet, Squamish, Vancouver, Castlegar, Nelson, Cranbrook, Revelstoke, Salmon Arm, Kelowna, Vernon,

Surrey, Kamloops, Merritt, Chilliwack, Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Courtenay-Comox, Campbell River and Powell River. Tour details are available online at jobfest2012.ca.

On behalf of all our members and staff

HAVE A SAFE & ENJOYABLE

LABOUR DAY LONG WEEKEND. School starts Tuesday, September 4, 2012

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Celebrate the economic and social contribution of workers For many British Columbians, Labour Day may simply mean the last extended weekend p of the summer. It is important to remember it is a day to celebrate working people and the contribution bution they make to our province and the quality ality of life we enjoy.

important legislature to impact workers in the following century. Union pioneers petitioned their employers for a reduction in the number of hours worked - asking that their workweek be reduced to six, 9-hour days. They formed an organization dubbed the Nine Hours Movement and argued that reducing working hours would beneﬁt both workers and society as more time would be spent with family and community. Employers scoffed at their claims and rejected their demands. At the time it was a crime to be member of a union in Canada yet in a

The rights thatt workers have today such as a 40ek, minimum wage, parental leave hour work week, days were hard fought for in times and paid holidays rs had few beneﬁts, no voice when labourers n perilous conditions. Many and worked in ions and rights that today’s of the protections ve exist because of unions. employees have Labour Day is celebrated on the ﬁrst very September and this year Monday of every on Septemberr 3 it will be in a show of solidarity for working people across nd beyond. The origins the country and al holiday are rooted in of this national the history of the Canadian labour at began in the time of movement that Prime Ministerr Sir John A. Macdonald. tand by a group of Ontario From a bold stand y of 1872 grew the most printers in May

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courageous act of defiance, the Toronto Typographical Union went on strike to secure the nine-hour workday. A parade was held which drew some 10,000 spectators. The workers went on strike. Many lost their job and were forced to relocate. Their employers brought in replacement workers and used this so called ‘conspiracy’ to have 24 members of the movement arrested and jailed. SEPT 3 On June 14, 1872 Macdonald passed the Trade Union Act that legalized union activity, freed the workers and endeared him to the working class. The Toronto printers strike paved the way for unions across North America to demand a 54hour workweek. Canadian trade unionists have ever since, celebrated this day that has been set aside to hon honor ‘those who labour.’ The first Labour Day parade was held in Winnipeg in 1894, and was two miles long. Today approximately 3 30 percent of BC’s workforce is covered by a collective agreement. As Labour Day has evolved it remains a day of celebration, sol solidarity, speeches and recreation. The issues faci facing workers have also evolved. Today’s labou labour unions negotiate on behalf of a changing workforce in an ever-evolving workplace. Bri British Columbians have different challenges to deal with, whether it is record-h record-high housing prices, increasing levels o of debt and living longer. Minimu Minimum wage, overtime, working conditio conditions for farmworkers, health and saf safety and access to affordable daycare are all important labour issues. This Labo Labour Day, take a moment to reflect on the history and significance of the day.

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Be careful when seeking that job opportunity to become rich without leaving home While many legitimate businesses allow employees to work from home, there are also a lot of scammers trying to take advantage of senior citizens, stayat-home moms, students and injured or handicapped people looking to make money conveniently at home. Job hunters should use extreme caution when considering a work-at-home offer and always research the company online at mbc. bbb.org. Red Flag: The employer asks for money up-front. Job hunters should never have to pay money up-front to be considered for a job. If a potential employer asks for the job hunter to pay the company to cover the costs of testing, training

or background checks, it should be considered a red flag. Always research the job thoroughly before opening up your wallet. Red Flag: The salary and benefits offered seem too good to be true. The adage holds true for job offers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; if the deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Phony employers might brag about exceptionally high salary potential and excellent benefits for little work and no experience necessary in order to lure unsuspecting job hunters into their scam. Red Flag: Jobplacement companies that make big promises. Job-placement companies often do not charge the job hunters for help finding a job, but are instead paid by companies that need help filling positions. Some job-placement

companies, however, have been taking money from job hunters and not fulfilling their promises of quick employment. Job hunters reported one job-placement firm that claimed to offer work on Craigslist, but later was found to only be a resume-writing service. The company charged about $75 for the resume service, but failed to find job hunters work. Always research a job-placement company first with the BBB before signing any contracts or paying any money Be extremely cautious about terms like â&#x20AC;&#x153;no experience required,â&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;guaranteed workâ&#x20AC;? and ask for the contract upfront to see what the placement terms are. Red Flag: The employer requires you

insurance number or bank account numbers. Identity thieves employ many different methods for getting personal financial information from job hunters. Spam e-mail might offer a great opportunity and direct the job hunter to a website that is designed to install malware on his or her computer or solicit bank account or social insurance numbers. In other cases, the job hunter might even be asked to submit a resume, find out theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been hired and then immediately be asked for bank-account information or social insurance numbers. Red Flag: The job requires you to wire

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money through Western Union or MoneyGram or receive and forward suspicious goods Many phony jobs require the employee to cash a cheque sent by the company through the mail and then wire a portion of the money on to another entity. Reasons given for this requirement vary from scam to scam. Whatever the reason, though, the cheque might clear the employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bank account, but will eventually turn out to be a fake and the employee is out the money he or she wired back to the scammers. For more advice on avoiding scams and fraud, go online to mbc.bbb.org.

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to check your credit report. After posting their resumes online or responding to online job listings, many job hunters received what they thought was good news â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an e-mail from an interested employer. In order to be considered for the job, the applicant has to check his or her credit report through a recommended website. The truth is, the e-mail is just an attempt to get the job hunter to divulge sensitive financial information or sign up for credit-monitoring services. Red Flag: The employer is quick to ask for personal information, such as social

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to thank our members, our partners in industry and those in government who understand the contributions we are making and are working with us to make B.C. a great place to work and be safe. IUOE Local 115 hopes everyone enjoys this day off to celebrate the achievements of working people and organized labour. Local 115 of the Operating Engineers Union represents over 11,000 workers in construction, road building, transportation, mining, aviation and various industrial sectors throughout B.C. and the Yukon.

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It is our company objective to ensure that our employees work under the safest of conditions in the construction industry; this is something you are entitled to. Safety is our company’s number one concern, and our Health and Safety Program is dedicated to promoting safety awareness through employee education and training. In order to have a safe working environment we require that every employee participate in our accident prevention program to complete our projects safely, economically and efﬁciently. We will continue to be a We will continue to be a Safety Leader now, With a healthy outlook Safety Leader now,on safety, Thompson Valley Erectors and in the future! looks forward and in to thekeeping future! an exceptional safe work standard,

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School lesson No. 1 — Slow down, take it easy This back-to-school season, the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) reminds drivers to pay close attention to their surroundings when driving through areas where kids are likely to be present. BCAA has also produced “Slow Down, Kids Playing” signs to help make roads safer for children across the province. According to the BC Coroners Service, more than 2,400 child pedestrians are seriously injured and approximately 30 are killed each year in Canada. Most of these injuries occur in September and October, followed by May and June. Kids between the ages of five and 14 are at the greatest risk for pedestrian-related injuries and fatalities. “School zones are often extremely congested, with parents dropping off and picking up their children,” says Alex Carr, BCAA’s senior

manager of member advocacy. “The ‘Slow Down, Kids Playing’ signs are a way of reminding drivers to expect the unexpected and be extra careful near schools and residential areas.” The BCAA Road Safety Foundation has identified two key areas of risk for child pedestrians: • Driver behavior — such as speeding, making U-turns, stopping in no-stopping zones, and backing up into crosswalks. • Pedestrian distraction. A study conducted by the University of Alabama at Birmingham reports children who talk on cellphones while crossing the street are up to one-third more likely to be hit or nearly hit by a car. Research from the Public Health Agency of Canada also indicates up to 10 per cent of injuries to pedestrians under the age of 24 were the result of them running into the street without looking — for example, because they were

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Tips for drivers: • Slow down and watch out for kids, in or near school and residential areas, intersections and crosswalks, and be prepared to stop. • Expect the unexpected, such as kids darting out from between parked cars. • Let kids out on the side of the car closest to the sidewalk when dropping them off at school.

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Tips for parents/ guardians and kids: • Teach your kids to find a safe place to cross the road, such as patrolled or marked crosswalks. Make sure they look both ways and make eye contact with drivers before they cross the street. • Make it a rule for kids to stay off their cellphones or electronic devices while crossing the street. Make sure they focus on the road and surrounding environment.

SPECIALTY CLASS: Dance for Gymnastss

CLASSES START SEPT. 10TH Sept. 6th 5 - 8 pm: In-Person Registration at the Lansdowne St. Studio

765 Lansdowne St. • 25O.374.54O4 www.akimbodancestudios.com

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BACK TO SCHOOL

Combatting GERMS in the lunchbox

ANADIAN moms earn top marks when it comes to good hygiene practices, but a new study by Lysol and the Global Hygiene Council reveals they could do more to safeguard against bacteria hotspots in schools, especially at lunchtime. The 2012 Lysol Back to School Study surveyed 14,000 mothers of five- to 12-year-olds across 14 countries, including 1,000 Canadians. Eighty-eight per cent of Canadian mothers said they teach their child good hygiene practices, such as handwashing after using the washroom and coughing into the sleeve. However, only 53 per cent said their children are made to wash their hands before eating lunch. “The survey results reveal parents need to continue to educate their kids about the importance of proper hygiene — particularly before mealtime,” said Erica Di Ruggiero, chairwoman of the Canadian Public Health Association. “Thorough and regular handwashing with soap and warm water, and encouraging kids to not put food directly on their desk or cafeteria table, can help to protect children against many illnesses.” Improper storage of packed lunches can also cause foodborne illness. Less than half (43 per cent) of Canadian moms said they refrigerate their child’s lunch after preparation. Improper food storage puts kids at an increased risk of coming into contact with bacteria such as E. coli and salmonella, which could cause serious illness and force kids to stay home from school. Considering 35 per cent of Canadian moms said doing well academically is their biggest worry when their child goes back to school, these findings may be especially significant. Lunches may also become contaminated from improper disinfection habits at home. Only 45 per cent of mothers said they clean and disinfect their child’s lunch box daily, increasing the opportunity for bacteria to grow and foodborne illness to occur.

“A lunchbox is supposed to keep kids’ food safe, but in some cases, the lunchbox can do the exact opposite,” said Dr. Donald Low, microbiologist in chief at Mount Sinai Hospital. “If lunch boxes are not cleaned daily, small spills and crumbs can lead to bacteria growth and spread to ready-to-eat food, potentially causing children to get food poisoning or sick with diarrhea.” Parents should also teach kids about the importance of proper hygiene while eating lunch at school. In a second part of the Lysol Back to School Study, seven elementary schools in the U.S. were swabbed for bacteria to detect levels of contamination. Results showed that 44 per cent of eating areas were contaminated. By contrast, the level of contamination in the washrooms was surprisingly low (three per cent), which is likely due to more vigilant cleaning regimes in school bathrooms. The Global Hygiene Council offers the following tips for guarding against germs at school this fall: • Hand washing: Get your child into the habit of washing his/her hands regularly, particularly after visiting the washroom and before eating, both at home and at school. Remind your child to wash his/her hands before opening their lunch box. • Surface disinfection: Teach your child to wipe off the desk or cafeteria table with disinfectant wipes

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before eating lunch. This will decrease the chances of your child ingesting harmful bacteria from commonly-touched surfaces, which are more likely to be contaminated. • Be aware that moist environments, like the water fountain, can harbor germs. • Hygienic food preparation and storage: Disinfect your child’s lunch box every day with disposable disinfectant wipes and rinse with warm water. • Wash raw fruit, salad and vegetables thoroughly before packing them in your child’s lunch. • Freshly prepare food each day: There is less of an opportunity for germs to grow, the shorter the amount of time that food is stored. Refrigerate your child’s lunch box after preparation, and consider using a freezer pack or cool bag to help keep your child’s lunch chilled.

Le français au CSF, c’est bien plus qu’une langue !

Inscrivez votre enfant dans une des écoles publiques du CSF ! Depuis sa création en 1995, le Conseil scolaire francophone de la Colombie-Britannique offre des programmes et des services éducatifs valorisant le plein épanouissement et l’identité culturelle des apprenantes et apprenants francophones de la province.

École publique Collines-d’or, Kamloops 2450 Partridge Drive 250-579-9223 M-7 collinesdor.csf.bc.ca

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Transport scolaire Programme d’anglais Activités et échanges culturels Ordinateurs portables

csf.bc.ca

CURLING . . . FRIENDS, FITNESS & FUN! LEARNING IS SIMPLE! Beginner and Improvement Clinics • September 18th - 23rd Weekday NightSessions and Weekend Session available AFFORDABLE FEES AND EQUIPMENT RENTAL AVAILABLE.

THERE IS CURLING FOR ALL AGES... from Juniors right through to Seniors Join as an Individual, a Couple, or with a Group of Friends TIMING IS FLEXIBLE During the day, in the evening, or on weekends SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY! Mixed Curling • Junior Curling • Men’s and Ladies Curling Senior Curling • Corporate Fun Nights • Social League • School Challenge OPEN HOUSE SIGN UP & SOCIAL: Monday, September 10th from 5:30pm - 8:30 pm Deadline for Member registration is September 13th, 2012 CALL CLUB MANAGER AT 250-372-5432

Register On-Line at www.kamloopscurlingclub.com KAMLOOPS CURLING CLUB 700 VICTORIA STREET • D DOWNTOWN OWNTOWN KAM KAMLOOPS

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Where the Music Begins

ABERDEEN MUSIC STUDIO

Operating in Aberdeen since 2001

Register For Music Lessons Today. Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Voice, Violin, Brass, Woodwinds, School Band Prep, Musical Theatre

Offering instruction in:

Why Choose Long & McQuade? Music lessons for all ages, stages and styles. Professional instructors make learning fun. Convenient lesson times for busy families. No Registration Fees. Affordable Instrument Rentals.

Christ-centred

+ Moral Character + Academic Potential

Yamaha Junior Music Course - Ages 3 and up. Call for a Free Demo!

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955 Lorne Street 250.828.2315

Bible-based

kamloopslessons@long-mcquade.com

Christian World-view

Serving God & Others

KCS EDUCATION

• Piano • Accordion • Brass • Woodwind • Voice

Retired concert pianist and high school music teacher, also former member of the Kamloops Symphony. Over 30 years experience in private instruction.

Limited spaces available for September For more information call 250-682-2100

www.kamcs.org

The Kamloops Rugby Club (KRC) In its 45th year of operation, KRC is offering the following programs: > Men’s 1st & 2nd Division > Women’s 1st Division > Junior Boys U-19 & U-16 (age qualifying as of Jan 1/12) > Mini program starting September 2012 > KRC is looking for coaches, managers, referees & sponsors

Club-wide practices Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6:30pm Depending on interest, coaching & refereeing certiﬁcation available through the KRC. Old boys & past members welcome. *WE NEED YOU*

Visit www.kamloopsrugby.com for more details. Contact: Trevor Johnston @ 250-574-1466 or lionservices@shaw.ca Jamie Chretien @ 250-573-1918 or uch@uppercollege.com Erin Connelly-Reed @ 250-574-2834 or red_head105@hotmail.com Club located at the Tournament Capital Ranch in Rayleigh

OLYMPIC WAY A learn to swim program with a competitive edge! For all swimmers. • $120 for 16 lessons. Fall Session 2012 begins Monday, September 24th Monday & Wednesday September 24th - November 21st* *No lesson Thanksgiving Monday All levels • 3:30 or 4:15 pm Tuesday & Thursday September 25th - November 22nd All levels • 3:45, 4:30 or 5:15 pm Winter Session 2013 begins Monday, January 14th Monday & Wednesday January 14th - March 11th All levels • 3:30 or 4:15 pm Tuesday & Thursday January 15th - March 7th All levels • 3:45, 4:30 or 5:15 pm Just need a quick assessment? Come to the Canada Games Pool September 10th-13th-16th • 4:00- 5 :30 pm Regional, Provincial & National Competition. Social events, team trips - FUN! FREE SWIM CAMP See where you should begin your swimming career! Come to the Canada Games Pool September 10th-13th, 2012 • from 5:00 - 5:45 pm

KAMLOOPS CLASSIC SWIMMING

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FILL-A-BAG SALE

Learn to dive!

Aug. 27th - Sept. 1st $5 per bag

ps = mind and spirit soma = body Psoma YogaTM is Donna Martin’s integrative mindfulness-based approach to yoga and yoga therapy using mindful movements and yoga asanas, Patanjali’s Sutras, Buddhist practices, and the Hakomi Method of self-study. It is a gently powerful way to transform limiting beliefs, attitudes, and habits that can cause unnecessary stress and suffering. Retreats (www.hollyhock.ca) and individual sessions in Kamloops. 250-374-2514 • www.donnamartin.net

Come enjoy the

Experience of Dance Groove 2 Moves (Age ge 2) Combo Dance (Agee 5-7) Creative Dance (Age 3-4) Funky Jazz (Age 6-11) Musical Theatre Contemporary Hip Hop • Jazz Ballet • Tap

Plenty of back-to-school items and clothing! Proceeds go to R.I.H. Special Patient Care equipment. Volunteers are needed! Give back to your community!

The Thrift Seller

146 Victoria St. • 250-374-0487 Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm

www.rihvolunteers.ca

2012-2013 Season Starts the Week of September 10th, 2012

250-314-9974 • Fax (250) 314-9926 info@theacademyofdance.ca • www.theacademyofdance.ca

Call to register! 250 320 0436 or Register Online @ www.riptech.ca

KamloopsSymphonyMusicSchool.com

CLUB 55+ Bowlers 55 and older - Come out and bowl on either Monday, Wednesday or Thursday. Afternoons at 1:00pm. No experience necessary. Only $10.75 a week.

YOUTH BOWLING CANADA (YBC) Girls & Boys Ages 3 - 18 • Certified Coaches Come in Saturday, September 8th between 10 :00 am & 12 Noon. Parents register your children, while children bowl one game for FREE

THURSDAY MORNING LADIES COFFEE LEAGUE League starts at 9:30 am. Open to Ladies of all ages. Where else can you visit & bowl too?

OPEN HOUSE • WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 5TH (CAKE & COFFEE) 12:00 noon - 10:00 pm • Bowl a game for FREE!

Join as a team or as an individual.

910 Camosun Crescent

We offer an introductory program for youths. Beginners learn the fundamentals of diving in a fun and safe environment and individual’s progress at their own rate. Classes are offered Monday through Thursday – Choose a one day or two day a week program. FunDive is where the emphasis is on fun!

Stay Active Stay Join a League!

MONDAY, TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY NIGHT MIXED LEAGUE

Academy of Dance

FALL SESSION BEGINS SEPTEMBER 2012!

Leagues Run from Early September 2012 to the end of April 2013.

Comprehensive music programs for students of all ages that include preparation for:

> recitals > festival performances > conservatory exams > post-secondary entrance auditions

GROUP CLASSES

Sunrise Program for ages 2-3 Music for Young Children Program Chamber Music Classes Youth String Orchestra PRIVATE LESSONS

Piano Theory Voice Bass Cello Celtic Harp

Guitar Viola Violin Bassoon Clarinet

Flute French Horn Oboe Trombone Trumpet

CALL TO REGISTER 250-372-7933

he T r o F l w o B Fun Of It! 5 PIN BOWLING CENTRE

2020A Falcon Road, Valleyview

250-372-5000 info@kamloopssymphony.com

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KAMLOOPS’ NEWEST DANCE STUDIO

The

High Note in Music Learning! Inspire your children to be creative, inventive, imaginative and expressive through music!

Bishop Dance PRODUCTIONS

Get in Sync with the Sunrays Synchronized swimming combines athleticism, artistry and teamwork in a challenging, supportive and fun environment

Mamas & Tutus ~ 2-3 Years Preschool Dance ~ 3-5 Years Musical Theatre ~ Beg. to Adult TAP PUPS ~ Boys Only Tap

Tap ∙ Jazz ∙ Musical Theatre Ballet ∙ Lyrical

Reserve your free sample class today!

August 21 & 22, September 5 & 6, 2-5pm & 7-9pm or visit us online! Check our Facebook page for FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASSES!

Sally Arai 250.376.0082 ~ salarai@shaw.ca Jane Dyck 250.554.0641 ~ musicjanedyck@hotmail.com Linda Shwaylyk 250.554.2409 ~ shwaylyk@yahoo.ca

Bishop Dance Productions LAURA BISHOP

SUNNYSIDE C H I L D C A R E

1417B Lorne Street East 250-374-7137 www.bishopdance.com

Learn to Skate with the Best!

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL COACHING STAFF

Before & After School Care

• Coaches Melinda Kunhegyi & Michael Farrington were both former Olympic and World competitors for Canada • Coach Heather Ansley ~ Team Leader For Skate Canada • Teaching all levels and disciplines of skating for ages 3 & up • Programs include Learn to Skate, Freestyle, Synchro, Ice Dance & Pairs p lessons • Private, Semi Private & Group • Skate sharpening available

Drop-off and Pick-up from RLC Elementary located in Barnhartvale Nutritious Snacks Provided Fun Games, Activities and Crafts in an Accepting & Caring Environment

Ongoing Registration • A range of programs, from recreational to competitive, start at age 6 • Excellent athlete to coach ratios • Train at Canada Games or Westsyde pool See It Try It September 10, 13, 17, 20, 24; 6-7:30pm @ Canada Games Pool ol

For more info, please see our website b it www.kamloopssynchro.ca • 778-257-7962

We would love to have you join us!

MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

September Preschool & All Day Care available for ages 3-6

REGISTRATION AT

McArthur Island Sports Centre

Saturday, September 8th • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday, September 11th • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Visa, Mastercard or Debit

Our excellent educators will provide: • Freedom of choice • Independence • Love for learning • Practice of virtues • Pre-Literacy • Science & culture • Concrete & abstract math concepts • Music & art

Now offering a half day Kindergarten class with a B.C. Certiﬁed Teacher with Montessori training. Maximum class size is 9 students.

CPR First Aid & Criminal Record Check

SIXTH AVENUE MONTESSORI

6062 Pringle Road, Kamloops BC 250.819.7582

Michelle@sunnysidechildcare.ca sunnysidechildcare.ca

Call 250-554-4944 Download registration form at www.kamloopsskatingclub.com gclub.cco c com kscmichael@hotmail.ca

520 - 6th Ave. • 250-828-6675 Ages Infant - 6 years • Monday - Friday • 6:30 am - 5:30 pm - Limited space available.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE MONTESSORI 520 - 6th Ave. • 250-828-2045 Ages 3 years - 12 years • Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

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DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

RAINBOW PRESCHOOL

Kamloops Parent Participation Preschool A Non-Proﬁt Preschool Enhancing the lives of Children & Families since 1982 Play Enrichment & Kinder Readiness Monday and Wednesday Aberdeen Elementary School - Community Room Participation by parents is NOT mandatory

YWCA Hotel Vancouver

INCOME TAX COURSE

Flexible hours. We’re hiring.

H&R Block knows taxes and how to teach them. Our instructors are experienced and expertly trained H&R Block personnel who make each session an exciting experience. Successful students receive an H&R Block certiﬁcate of accomplishment and the opportunity to interview for employment with H&R Block. Curriculum – During the 14-week course, students study the basics of income tax preparation including current laws, theory and application. Classes begin mid-September. You may choose between morning, afternoon and evening sessions. Applicants need only be willing to learn about taxes.

For all travellers

A comfortable, safe and affordable place to stay at the heart of downtown Vancouver’s arts and entertainment scene.

The tuition cost covers the complete course, including textbooks, all materials, reference guides and registration.

ÝÛ Rooms to suit your needs - single to quint ÝÛ Guest kitchens and lounges ÝÛ Coffee bar ÝÛ Meeting rooms ÝÛ Wireless internet available ÝÛ The most friendly and helpful staff in the city

Call today for complete details on class locations, starting dates, tuition, etc. It’s time to ﬁnally ﬁnd that work/life balance.

hotel@ywcavan.org ywcahotel.com 1 800 663 1424 (toll free North America)

Facebook Contest. WIN a 2-night-stay at YWCA Hotel Vancouver. As a social enterprise, all proceeds go to support YWCA community programs.

Worth checking into.

Our program allows Children to work at their individual level of development. We expand the children’s world by both Self Directed and Adult Directed Activities in -Physical, Social, Intellectual, Emotional and Aesthetic Development. Our parents are welcome into our classroom at any time. Our program is Holistic not following only one theory of Child Development but taking the best of all Philosophers to develop well rounded articulate conﬁdent problem solvers who love learning.

Please call Linda Kehoe at 250 828 1721

KICK THE CALORIES

Enrolment restrictions may apply. Enrolment in, or completion of, the H&R Block Tax Training School is neither an offer nor guarantee of employment. This course is not intended for, nor open to any persons who are either currently employed by or seeking employment with any professional tax preparation company or organization other than H&R Block.

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WITH THE KAMLOOPS SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Traditional karate practiced in Kamloops since 1972

• Experience a unique culture and art • Get in Shape • 3 months for only $100.00 • Tuesdays & Thursdays 7 - 8:30 pm

Tartan 3’s to Adults New classes starting in September Dancers prepared for concerts, exams & competitions.

1080 Kenora Avenue Kamloops Judo Centre (Behind Norkam Secondary School) For more information call 250.374.9443 during regular business hours.

Serving Kamloops & Area for 25 Years For more information please call Lorena

250-819-8040 BRING A FRIEND AND RECEIVE 2 FOR 1 LESSONS! www.lorenasschoolofhighlanddancing.ca

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Fully qualiﬁed instructors of both Highland & National Branches of the Scottish Dance Teachers Alliance of Scotland.

ONE MONTH FREE FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS!

Providing Excellence In Montessori Education Since 1988 • Kamloops ps Founding & Authentic Montessori Preschool Programs assion for excellence • Character & universal values • A passion • Global Understanding • Service to Humanity • Full day program available • Subsidy accepted

FULL DAY CHILD CARE PROGRAMS PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS HALF AND FULL DAY SUMMER CAMPS

FALL REGISTRATION FOR ALL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE NOW! CALL 250-372-9945 KAMLOOPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL 920 Greystone Crescent 250-372-9945

SAHALI MONTESSORI OPEN HOUSE AUGUST 25 • 10-2 PM in McGowan Park Elementary 2080 Tremerton Drive • 250-374-4264

ABERDEEN HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE AUGUST 25 • 10-2 PM 2191 Van Horn Drive, located in Aberdeen Elementary School • 250-372-9940

KAMLOOPS VILLAGE GARDEN MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTRE

Karate

in the Southwest Baptist Church 700 Hugh Allan Drive • 250-372-9915 * not afﬁliated with the SWCB church

KAMLOOPSMONTESSORI.CA

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Capture the Magic of Dance!

PRE-SCHOOL DANCE (ages 3-5)

Join us for an

Ballet - Registered R.A.D. Teachers Contemporary • Lyrical Jazz • Tap • Hip Hop • Musical Theatre

OPEN HOUSE

September 4, 2012 ~ 3 - 6pm Come Join KGTC for a year filled with fun, games, gymnastics and more!!! PROGRAMS START SEPTEMBER!

Go to www.kgtc.ca for more information or to register! 910 McGill Rd. Kamloops 250-374-6424

KAMLOOPS MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

REGISTRATION AT THE STUDIO August 21st & 22nd • 12pm - 3pm & 7pm - 9pm September 4th & 5th •12pm - 3pm & 7pm - 9pm

The Dance Gallery #3-1335 Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops Phone/Fax: 250-828-1360 www.thedancegallery.org • info@thedancegallery.org

Join Lee’s Music JAM’s & learn to play in a band! All Ages Learn to Skate with

HOCKEY PROGRAMS FOR BOYS & GIRLS AGED 4 – 17 • Initiation/Novice Program (designed for beginners ranging in age from 4 – 8 years with the emphasis on enjoyment and developing the skills to play the game of hockey) • Recreational Leagues (Atom – Midget) • Rep Teams (Peewee – Midget) • Female Only Teams Season runs from September to March. All skill levels welcome!

KMHA SKATE SWAP

Registration Days:

Saturday, Sept. 8th @ McArthur Island "SFOB

Saturday, September 8th 10-2 pm @ Valleyview Arena

Start Dates/Times: Sunday, Sept 23 @ Memorial Arena Adult - 8:45 am, Level 1+ - 9:15 am Pre-Canskate - 10 am Monday, October 1 @ Valleyview Arena Pre-Canskate, Level 1/2 - 6 pm, Level 3+ & Powerskate - 6:30 pm Wednesday, October 3 @ Valleyview Arena Pre-Canskate, Level 1/2 - 4:45 pm, Level 3+ & Powerskate - 5:15 pm

LESSONS STARTING AT $10 PER CLASS* www.vvsc.ca or 250-573-2164 for registration info *One time annual registration fee may apply

Lee’s Music

SCHOOL OF MUSIC REGISTER NOW! MUSIC LESSONS In Bass, Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals & Drums Multi Award Winning Teaching Program

Discover the Lee’s Music Difference!

SALES • REPAIRS • LESSONS • SERVICE

Registration information & forms can be found on our website at: www.kamloopsminorhockey.com

Email enquiries to: kamhockey@telus.net Phone: 250-376-1788 · Fax: 250-376-1799 PO Box 24018, #70-700 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops, BC V2B 8R3

1305 Battle St. 250-374-6683 • www.leesmusic.net

(Office located inside McArthur Island Sport & Event Centre)

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MISSING FROM NORTH SHORE NEAR SAFEWAY Since July 31 neutered male black & white tuxedo cat with ear tattoo, white patches on chest, belly & paws. Answers to “Jack”

FRANK & ERNEST

by Bob Thaves

THE BORN LOSER

by Art & Chip Samsom

250-554-0509 City of Kamloops

Activity Programs Please pre-register. Programs are cancelled if the minimum numbers are not met. Tennis EZ Play

$50 Ages: 16+ These one-hour, four-week programs provide an introduction to tennis fundamental, which iuncludes basic technique and tactics. The clinic is in partnership with the Kamloops Tennis Centre. Racquets are avaialable for a cost of $30 with registration. Kamloops Tennis Centre Sept 4 - 24 7:30-8:30 PM Tues 190937 Instructor: Kelly Hubbard

BIG NATE

by Lincoln Peirce

Sensational Survivors: Empowerment! Energy! Strength Strength! An individual, goal-oriented exercise program dedicated to working with women in all stages of cancer to empower, strengthen and challenge in a safe and fun environment. Self or physician referral required. Phone 250-8283742 for more information. A Course in Colour Mixing $123.20 This course is for painters who have all the paints but don’t know how to mix the right colours. With Debbie Milner, you will learn the basics of colour mixing and the understanding of greys, colourful darks, and colour contrast. You will be painting a few small pictures using the mixing techniques learned. You will feel much more confident when approaching your chosen subject matter after learning how to mix the colours you envision. Heritage House Sep 15-16 9:30 AM-4:00 PM Sat-Sun 199282 Instructor: Debbie Milner

GRIZZWELLS

by Bill Schorr

Storytime - Dancetime!

$120 Ages: 3-4 This one and a half hour tot class gives parents a chance to work out in the gym while their child is introduced to movement, music, stretching, games, and stories. Boys and girls are welcome to explore the world of imagination through movement! TCC - Tournament Capital Centre Sep 12-Nov 14 8:45-10:15 AM Wed 197682 After School Art Classes $130 for the Serious Young Artist Ages: 7-10 The Karla Pearce Art Gallery is offering after school art classes. This class is for creative young minds that are interested in exploring acrylic painting. Students will discover new and interesting ways to draw, paint, develop their creativity, and pursue individual art projects. Karla Pearce Art Gallery Sep 19-Nov 7 3:30-5:00 PM Wed 199425 Social Dance for Beginners $56/person These classes are designed for beginners, although individual with previous dance experience will still enjoy and learn something from each class. The four 1-hour classes will progressively build on the previous week’s learning, and students will learn the fundamentals required to perform the individual steps and sequences being taught. The skills required to lead and follow will also be taught. Students should register as a couple but can register as a single provided there are enough partners for those signing up as a single. Dance Discovery Social Dance School Salsa Sep 10-Oct 1 7:00-8:00 PM Mon 199286 Rumba Sep 10-Oct 1 8:15-9:15 PM Mon 199289 Swing/Jive Sep 12-Oct 3 7:00-8:00 PM Wed 199292 Waltz Sep 12-Oct 3 8:15-9:15 PM Wed 199295 Instructor: Teresa Carroll To register call 250-828-3500 or visit www.kamloops.ca/ezreg

HERMAN

by Jim Unger

KIT ’N’ CARLYLE

by Larry Wright

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250.371.4949 INDEX

fax 250.374.1033 email classiﬁeds@kamloopsthisweek.com Announcements ...............001-099 Employment....................100-165 Service Guide ..................170-399 Pets/Farm ......................450-499 For Sale/Wanted..............500-599 Real Estate .....................600-699 Rentals ..........................700-799 Automotive .....................800-915 Legal Notices ................920-1000

Deadlines 2 pm Friday for Tuesday 2 pm Tuesday for Thursday PAYMENT - All ads must be prepaid. No refunds on classified ads.

*Run Until Sold

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Employment

(No businesses, 3 lines or less)

(based on 3 lines)

1 Issue ..................$13.00 1 Week ..................$25.00 1 Month ................$80.00

Household items, vehicles, trailers, RV’s, boats, ATV’s, furniture, etc.

Houses, condos, duplexes, suites, etc. (3 months max.)

*$34.95 + Tax *Some restrictions apply. *Ads sched-

*$52.95 + Tax *Some restrictions apply. *Ads scheduled

uled for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule No refunds on classified ads.

for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule No refunds on classified ads.

1 Issue...................................$16.30 1 Week ..................................$31.50 1 Month ............................. $104.00

Tax not included. No refunds on

Special: Add an extra line to your ad for $10

Regular Classified Rates Based on 3 lines

classified ads.

Tax not included. No refunds on classified ads.

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LABOUR DAY DEADLINE CHANGE Kamloops This Week will be closed on Monday, September 3, 2012 for the Labour Day Statutory Holiday. Please note the following Classiﬁed Deadline Change: The deadline for Tuesday September 4th paper will be Friday, August 31st at 12pm.

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Pet Grooming Salon Available for rent/lease as of September 1st, Summit Drive location. Please contact Mark at 250-376-7922 or email:

PERFECT Part-Time Opportunity

2 Days Per Week call 250-374-0462

Lost & Found FOUND: On Aug 22nd young male Tabby Point tattoo call to identify 6th & Nicola 377-3111 Lost male neutered 18mth Siamese w/white feet and tattoo Sahali area 250-851-5070

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SURVEY PARTY CHIEFMcElhanney Kamloops. Lead construction, legal, topo, right of way, land dev. surveys. Geomatics degree/diploma & 3-5 yrs exp. LSIT an asset. www.mcelhanney.com for info/to apply.

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Study online or on campus • The ﬁrst CCAPP accredited program in BC • 97% employment rates for graduates Some seats • 90% pass rate on the national exams still available for • 8 month program gets you qualiﬁed and October 2012! into the workforce quickly “All the people I work with are • Financial Aid available • Accredited by PCTIA and CCAPP Other health care training programs also available

Thompson Career College

250-372-8211 or toll free 1-877-840-0888 or online at www.ThompsonCC.ca

impressed by the knowledge I gained through this course. You guys are amazing!!” - Senja, July 2012 Grad

Litigation Assistant/Secretary Experience in personal injury preferred. Submit your resume in conﬁdence by email:

Attn: Ofﬁce Manager mcundari@cundarilaw.com or fax to 250-372-5554

Class 1, 2 & 3 Driver Training

Career Opportunities

Century21 Desert Hills Realty provides training and tutoring.

Desert Hills The Local Experts™

Phone Karl at 250-377-3030 to start your career in Real Estate today.

JOB POSTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Nooaitch Band requires a motivated and career-minded Economic Development OfÀcer responsible for the planning, management and oversight of the activities and operations of Nooaitch’s Economic Development programs and initiatives for business retention, promotion, marketing, and expansion. Responsibilities shall include the coordination of assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies, maintaining regular contact with the public in situations that require tact and judgment, representing Nooaitch in negotiations and mediations; and providing general assistance and support to the Administrator. Nooaitch offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. A full Job Analysis and Description is offered on request. Only those applicants who meet the qualiÀcations will be contacted. Deadline for applying is September 14, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m. QualiÀed applicants should send resumes and a cover letter outlining 3 Economic Development ideas that could turn into viable projects at Nooaitch. Attention: Larry Frank Thomas Administrator – Nooaitch Band 2954 Shackelly Road Merritt, BC V1K 1N9 Fax: 250-378-3699 Email: Larry@nooaitch.com

CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE

Sept. 7-9 Sept. 21-23 includes airbrake pre-trip

Call today to schedule a career counseling appointment!

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Career Opportunities

We have an opportunity for an entry level position as a

NEW!

Logging Truck Driver Program Funding is available for those who qualify!

Want to Change Careers? Call Us!

250-828-5104 School of Trades & Technology

Is looking to ﬁll the following positions:

• OILFIELD CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISORS • OILFIELD CONSTRUCTION LEAD HANDS • STAINLESS AND CARBON WELDERS • B PRESSURE WELDERS • PIPEFITTERS • EXPERIENCED PIPELINE EQUIPMENT OPERATORS • EXPERIENCED OILFIELD LABOURERS • INDUSTRIAL PAINTERS • 7 - 30TONNE PICKER TRUCK OPERATOR WITH CLASS 1 H2S Alive (Enform), St John (Red Cross) Standard First Aid and In House D&A test, are required. Please submit resume to hr@alstaroc.com or fax to 780-865-5829.

QUOTE JOB# 62421-1 ON RESUME

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Career Opportunities

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

Class 1 Drivers & Owner Operators

Graymont’s Pavilion Plant is accepting applications for an Industrial Electrician. Candidate must possess current B.C. Red Seal certification. Preference will be given to well-rounded individuals willing to also perform other nonelectrical maintenance work as part of the maintenance team. A background in lime or cement industry along with computer and or PLC skills is preferred as well as a proven track record of developing and maintaining a safe work culture. Additional skills required: • Electrician with industrial experience required to work at the Graymont Pavilion Lime Plant. • Must become engaged in continuous improvement and willing to work in a team environment. • Regular shifts will be 8 hrs/day from Monday to Friday – steady day shift. • Must be willing to work overtime when required. • Wages and benefits as per the collective agreement. • Located in Pavilion B.C. situated between Cache Creek and Lillooet, B.C. Qualified applicants please submit your resume to: jking@graymont.com or Graymont Pavilion Plant Attn: Dan Buis P.O. Box 187 Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0

RESIDENT APARTMENT MANAGERS Experienced Resident Apartment Manager (couple) needed for a well-kept 14 story high rise apartment building in Kamloops, B.C., with 106 suites consisting of large and small 1 bedrooms and bachelor suites.

Run AB, SK, BC on a FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE!

Do you want to: • Work a Tuesday – Saturday schedule? • Work a Sunday – Thursday schedule? • Work a Monday – Friday night schedule? …or tell us what works for you! We can work with our available options to help create the position you have been waiting for – we are busy in the West! Get into the Driver’s seat with a recognized industry leader earning the income you deserve! Are you a quality Class 1 Driver or Owner Operator? Our Recruiters are ready to take your call!

Posting rental ads online and in the local newspaper Preparing, showing and renting apartments Dealing with day to day tenant issues and correspondence Moving in and out inspections Trouble shooting and repairing minor mechanical problems Arranging sub trades to do work in the building Writing of reports Upkeep of all inside and outside common areas including gardening and snow removal

The successful couple should have the following qualiﬁcations: • • • • • • • • • •

Experience in Residential building management A working knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act Be able to work with MS Word and Excel as well as working with security system Experience in residential building maintenance, painting, and minor electrical and plumbing repairs Live in a “no pets” building Must be ﬂuent in English, oral and written Excellent communication skills Being bondable, provide a criminal record check and have a good credit rating Be expected to provide consistent daily management presence while on duty Excellent salary and beneﬁts

Recruit@BisonTransport.com www.bisondriving.com

Employment

Career Opportunities

Education/Trade Schools

HSSE Supervisor Competition #BU12-0012 We have an immediate opening for a Health, Safety, Security & Environment Supervisor in BC. The successful candidate can be located in either lower mainland or Okanagan area. Responsibilites: Health, Safety, Security and Environment support to the Ready Mix, Aggregate, and Landscape divisions in Metro Vancouver, Okanagan Valley, the Shuswapp and Central BC, not limited to these locations. Duties: promote job safety and environment awareness; implement acceptable working methods and practices; compliant with Safety responsibilities; and champion on defined HSSE topics. You will have 5 years of HSSE experience and have excellent verbal and written skills. Must be able to deal with sensitive issues and confidential information. Qualifications should include: Construction Safety Officer and a combination of education and experience. Extensive travel will be required. Submit your resume by quoting competition number by August 31, 2012 to: BURNCO Rock Products Ltd Fax: (403) 440-3454 Attention: Human Resources OR E-mail: careers@burnco.com Visit www.burnco.com We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Bison Transport is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity.

Sex and the Kitty A single unspayed cat can produce 470,000 offspring in just seven years. Sadly, most of them end up abandoned at BC SPCA shelters or condemned to a grim life on the streets. Be responsible - don’t litter.

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Education/Trade Schools

Employment

Class 1 Drivers to haul dry vans Western Canada & US. Only drivers with 2 years exp. & US border crossing capability. Local Drivers also required. Dedicated tractors, paid drops, direct deposit. No phone calls Fax 250-546-0600

1.800.462.4766

The successful couple will be responsible for, but not limited to: • • • • • • • •

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Education/Trade Schools

Education/Trade Schools 21 WEEK HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Prepare for a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation. Introducing our new Apprenticeship Program which includes: • • •

ITA Foundation ITA HEO Theory Multi Equipment Training (Apprenticeship hours logged) Certiﬁcates included are: • Ground Disturbance Level 2 • WHMIS • Trafﬁc Control • First Aid Reserve your seat for August 13, 2012. Taylor Pro Training Ltd at 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com CORE & PAL Courses week days and/or weekends. www.pal-core-ed.com or Call George 852-0595 / 579-1938 Visa or debit accepted

Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School

If you meet all these requirements please submit your resume with complete work history to kmta@telus.net or fax 1-250-828-1145. Only applicants being considered for this position will be notiﬁed.

OPERATORS

ARE IN DEMAND

Until there's a cure, there's us.

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NO Simulators. In-the-seat Training Only Never share equipment REAL WORLD TASKS Job board & placement aid FREE SITE TOURS Classes start every Monday Call 1 399--3853 866--399 1--866 Funding options, Call for details

FOODSAFE COURSE by certiﬁed Instructor Saturday September 15th 8:30am-4:00pm $60 Preregister by phoning 250-554-9762

HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. Next C.O.R.E. September 8th & 9th Saturday & Sunday. P.A.L. Saturday September 1st. Challenges, Testing ongoing daily. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:

Bill

250-376-7970

Help Wanted PHONE DISCONNECTED? We Can Help! EVERYONE APPROVED.

1-877-852-1122 PRO-TEL RECONNECT An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. BANNISTER HONDA Maintenance Technician Looking for a motivated, reliable, quality person to perform maintenance on Honda and other manufacture vehicles. Please apply with drivers license and drivers abstract. Attn: Grant Kitzman, 6425-Hwy 97N, Vernon, B.C. 250-545-0531 gkitzman@bannisterhonda.com Big Sky Station needs a Part time Cashier Weekends and Night Shift Only. Fax resume to 250-373-0053 or drop off at Big Sky in Savona Big Sky Station needs a Part time Short Order Cook, Weekends and Night Shift Only. Salary based on experience. Fax resume to 250-373-0053 or drop off at Big Sky, Savona Children’s Challenge Daycares needs p/t & f/t ECE or assistant with required licensing Montessori training an asset, please call 250-828-6675, or fax 250-828-6692 or send resume to 526-6th Ave, Kamloops BC V2C 3R7 COOKS REQUIRED IMMED. Maids, bar staff, waiters, beer store staff, desk clerks. Northern Motor Inn, 3086 Hwy 16E Terrace,BC V8G 3N5 250635-6375; Fax 250-635-6129 EI CLAIM denied? Need help? 18yrs exp as EI officer. Will prepare & present appeals. Bernie Hughes Toll Free 1877-581-1122. Front Office Clerk req’d. Sal: $13.00/hr. 40hrs/wk. 1yr. exp. req’d. Duties; Maintain inventory of vacancies, reservations & room assignments. Record sheets, guest accounts, receipts and vouchers. Register guests and assign rooms. Respond to enquiries and complaints. Issue statements of charges and receive payments. Language: English. Contact Hero from Vinayak Investments (Motel) at Merritt, BC. Apply at knightsinnmerritt @shaw.ca or by fax (1)(250) 378-9277 I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

Education/Trade Schools

Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other ﬁnancing options available to qualiﬁed applicants.

Toll Free:

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BUSY CHOPn BUTCHER SHOP BLOCK REQUIRES Murphy’s

deli and specialty meats

PART TIME COUNTER PERSON

Cash experience • Available 7 days a week May lead to full time

FULL TIME APPRENTICE MEAT CUTTER

No exp. necessary • Will train the right person

Employment

Help Wanted

Trades, Technical

NOW HIRING Experienced Full Time House Keepers. Minimum 2 years experience. Competitive wages . Reply to Box #1339 Kamloops This Week 1365B Dalhousie Dr. Kamloops BC V2C 5P6 WANTED: Buncher/Skidder operator to start immediately in Merritt area. Call Mark (604)819-3393

Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information.

Please apply in person to

Murphy's Chop 'n' Block • #10-1415 Hillside Dr.

Help Wanted

EXPERIENCED Welders Required for Peace Valley Industries Chetwynd BC possible shift work please send resumes to (250) 788-2928 or email peacevalley@uniserve.com Attention Scott • DRILLERS • BLASTERS • POWDERMEN • CONCRETE LABOURERS VK MASON Local Union Underground Contractor is seeking experienced labor for remote camp job near Kitimat. Looking to hire immediately! Please contact Ashley Halden at 778-724-2500 or ashley.halden@ vkmason.ca

Kamloops This Week has a great opportunity for Youth, Adults and Seniors. Seniors We are looking for carriers and/or back up carriers in your neighbourhood. As Kamloops’ award winning newspaper, we take great pride in employing carriers of all ages. Whether you are looking for some fresh air and exercise or a great ﬁrst job for your children, delivering Kamloops This Week can be very satisfying! • EARN EXTRA CASH • DELIVER ONLY 2 DAYS A WEEK (TUESDAY & THURSDAY) • PAPER BUNDLES DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR • KEEP FIT - A LOCAL WALK (GET PAID TO EXERCISE) • PROMOTE RESPONSIBILITY AND INDEPENDENCE • BE YOUR OWN BOSS - GAIN WORK EXPERIENCE ASK US WHAT ROUTES ARE AVAILABLE NEAR YOU.

For more information please call our Circulation Department 250-374-0462 We’d be happy to get you started!

Weekend Cook Needed Immediately. The Shores Retirement Residence requires and experienced cook for Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am To 7pm. We are an independent residence with 66 suites. We are a warm welcoming community and we are looking for a new team member who has exceptional organizational skill, and positive attitude and good communication skills. Must have food safe and a clear criminal record screen. Please email your resume to Mary.peters@primetimeliving. ca or call 250 376 0315

Help Wanted

• Heavy Duty Mechanics • Automotive Mechanics or • Millwrights (engine exp. an asset) The successful candidate will be operating a service vehicle in Fox Creek, Northern Alberta. Must be willing to work overtime. Exp. in natural gas compression is an asset. The successful candidate is not required to reside in Fox Creek, shift work negotiable. We Offer Top Competitive Wages, Beneﬁt Plan & Performance Bonuses.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

E-mail resume to: jobs@ advantage-engine.ca or fax to: (1)780-622-4409

LONG RANGE PLANNER (Full-Time – Temporary) Exempt November 19, 2012 - December 20, 2013 Are you looking for a position that challenges you to push the boundaries of planning practice and theory? A job that requires you to be innovative and develop new solutions to community challenges? Are you capable of balancing the input and interests of diverse stakeholders? Do you thrive in a supportive and spirited team atmosphere? This position offers the experienced Planner a unique opportunity. Reporting to the Manager, Community Development, the Long Range Planner prepares long range plans and policy. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is September 7, 2012. Please quote competition # 52-COV-12.

Journeyman Mechanic Do you love the outdoors? OK Tire in Terrace, B.C. NOW HIRING! Excellent renumeration for successful applicant. Fax resume to (1)-250-635-5367 Attn. General Manager or Email: momack@citywest.ca LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859

Employment Help Wanted Looking for Certiﬁed Trafﬁc Control Persons. Must have own transportation. Energetic and happy people need only apply. Wages up to $15/hr. Email Resumes to safety1st@live.ca

KAMLOOPS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

ONLY $70 00 PER MON

+ HST

TH! Includes * with Businrotating feature spot ess Directo ry Package

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(includes paint) Over 2000 colours

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ASPHALT MAINTENANCE • Water Diversions • Seal Coating • Asphalt Cutting • Crack Repairs • Speed Bumps • Potholes • Curbs

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HAUL GUYS

Tired of overpriced waste removal? Worried who may come to your home? TRY HAUL GUYS! - Affordable - Professional and Bondable -Eco Friendly - Student Employer

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Small concrete jobs Sidewalks & driveways Patios Reasonable Rates

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Your Business Here! CALL RANDY 250-374-7467

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Services

Trades, Technical

Landscaping LOOKOUTLANDSCAPING.CA

Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act. Basset Hound Puppies, ready Aug 31, vet checked, 1st shots 1-250-833-4081 Chocolate Lab pups 1m, 6f, 1st shots, de wormed $650 Avail Sep 1 (250) 554-9214

Firewood/Fuel

Work Wanted HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774

Services

Alternative Health Asian Methods Acupressure; Ultrasound Hot Stone & Steam Sauna For:Pain Relief Weight Loss and More Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm Sat by reservation

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Pruning, Yard Clean Up, Hauling, Aerate, Power Rake, Mowing, Irrigation, Weeding, Paving Stones, Gardens.

250-376-2689 YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Only $120/month Run your 1x1 semi display classiﬁed in every issue of Kamloops This Week

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Merchandise for Sale

Pets

Free Items

95gal aquarium w/stand complete with everything and accessories +ﬁsh$800 376-4992

Free Small wooden utility trailer 4x8 older but sturdy (250) 374-6536

Heavy Duty Machinery

PETS For Sale?

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TRI-CITY SPECIAL!

Misc Services

for only $46.78/week, we will place your classiﬁed ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm.

THOMPSON VALLEY DISPOSAL LTD. 12 Yard Mini Bins & 20,30, 40 Yard BIG Bins NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL Locally owned & operated

250-376-5865 / 250-320-5865 Painting & Decorating BUDGET PAINTING, 25% OFF, 15 YRS EXPERIENCE, REPAINT SCECIALISTS, EXCELLENT REFERENCES SENIOR DISCOUNTS, FREE ESTIMATES (250)571-9722

Paving/Seal/ Coating

• DRIVEWAY SEALING • ASHPHALT • CONCRETE • CRACK FILLING

250-851-5432 Stucco/Siding

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Merchandise for Sale

Antiques / Vintage

ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, ﬁr & pine. Stock up now. Campﬁre wood. (250)377-3457.

Furniture

LEATHER SECTIONAL

Brand NEW 3 piece Sofa Set. Includes sofa, chaise & storage ottoman. Worth $1,299. Must Sell $899. Delivery included. 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022

QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS & BOXSPRING

New, still in plastic. Worth $899. Must Sell $299. Can Deliver. 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022

4th ANNUAL ENDERBY ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE Enderby Drill Hall (South end of town on Hwy 97, watch for signs) 40 plus tables of collectibles! Fri Aug 31, 9-6 & Sat Sept 1, 9-5. Admission $1.00

5 PIECE DINING ROOM SET

COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES 5min from Armstrong. Now open again, Sat &Sun 10am5, or by appt. Barn full of Quality Antiques, 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) 250-546-2529

BRAND NEW 4 PC BEDROOM SET

Appliances FREEZER, stand up, Frigidaire, white, 32” X 60”, H.D. commercial freezer, runs great,$300.Call 250-523-9762.

$100 & Under Marry Tiller in working order $50obo (250) 819-2466

$200 & Under

Brand new. Still in boxes. Worth $600. Must Sell $249. Can Deliver. 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022

Queen Size Sleigh Style Bed Set Bed, Dresser, Mirror and a nightstand. Still in boxes. Worth $1799. Must sell. $699! 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022

Garden Equipment Ariens 6.0 self propelled 21” w/blades/bag new Apr 2011 $495 (250) 376-7638

Garage Sales

A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Sporting Goods Golf cart 86 Yamaha electric new batteries/ tires, seats recovered ball washer incl call for info (250) 376-3458

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Misc Services

Misc. for Sale

Livestock

CASH FOR GUNS

Top Dollar paid for riﬂes and $hot Guns of all calibers. We will pick Up (250) 371-0860 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 60 to 150 YARD LOADS REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $10/ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive Kamloops BC call for availability 250-374-7467

info@reimersfarmservice.com Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

NEED CREDIT?

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Silver Coins etc. Available now: 250-863-3082

Garage Sales

Interior white door like new $125 obo (250) 374-0491

$300 & Under 10inch Craftsman Dual bevel sliding compound mitre saw with laser trac and stand $250obo (250) 819-2466

Looking for a new vehicle and unable to get ﬁnancing? No credit? Bad credit? Bankrupt? Missed payments? If you work, you drive!

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Misc. Wanted PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670

Medical Supplies

Do you have an item for sale under $500?

WE will pay you to exercise!

Merchandise for Sale

Problem walking? New top of the line Fortress scooter never used $2800 573-4059

$500 & Under

Fitness/Exercise

Merchandise for Sale

#30681

SHOP FOREMANHeavy Equipment. We are currently seeking applications for a working foreman for our Vernon company. The successful applicant will monitor and supervise equipment, repairs/maintenance, maintain records, including purchases/repairs, for all equipment. The company is a construction based company with a large and small array of equipment. Equipment such as John Deere, Bowmag, gravel trucks, trailers, service trucks, pickups and other types of equipment. Preference will be given to the candidate who is a licensed mechanic, has management experience and construction equipment repair experience. The shift is 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri. Candidates should be ﬂexible to work extra hours during busy season. Please apply by fax 250-503-2004.

Pets & Livestock

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Farm Equipment 1948 John Deer D Painted and restored all documented $5000 (250) 372-8754

250-377-3457

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For Sale By Owner

Mobile Homes & Parks

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Apt/Condo for Rent 2Bed Suite in 55+ RiverBend Seniors Community, Kamloops, $1800/m, River view Wheelchair friendly. Avail. immd. catherine_steele@hot mail.com 1-604-408-1023 Van

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Houses For Sale

Sun Rivers, Talasa Crt, furnstudio new, $900 inc util, laundry in suite 250-320-0057

Call or email for more info:

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VALLEYVIEW 14 wide mobile home, 2bdrm, 1bth, C/A, F/P, lrg covered deck, fenced yard, 2 sheds, lots of parking, view and quiet cul de sac. Cls to downtown asking $59,900 250-374-2268 lve message

$529,900

709 ROSEWOOD CRESCENT

Custom home in the Rosewood neighbourhood in Sun Rivers, built for entertaining. Offers a gourmet cooksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; kitchen featuring granite (cafe imperial) island, stainless Kitchen Aid appl, Excel maple cabinetry throughout. Main ďŹ&#x201A;r is in a vibrant southwestern design w/bright open spaces & features a DR, cozy LR w/rich engineered HW ďŹ&#x201A;rs & gas F/P, ofďŹ ce/den area which could also serve as a 2nd bdrm, a luxurious spa-like enste in Mbdrm, handy ldry/mud rm & a powder room. The daylight WO bsmt features huge rec room to accommodate the pool table & media area w/ surround sound, 2 bdrms, 4 pce bath & lots of storage. Plenty of outside areas to relax, gorgeous community water feature.

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Rooms for Rent

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Upper Floor 1/2 duplex 3bdrm, 1bth, shared w/d, close to down town, hosp, & TRU with a million dollar view. $1200p/mth. Please email k_mills2@telus.net

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Furnished Brock Bdrm with private bath and sitting room w/wiďŹ , dry n/p, n/s prefer female $500mo 250-371-1787

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Commercial/ Industrial

Rooms for Rent

The Sands Centrally Located Clean Secure building with resident manager. 1 Bdrm, some with views.

(250)828-1711

Homes for Rent COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY

FOR LEASE 1,100 sq.ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bays 2,700 sq.ft. paved, fenced, lighted compound. 320 sq.ft. mezanine store front ofďŹ ce, clean building. 1,500/MO + HST

778-471-5859 784 Victoria St. Kamloops

Lakeside lot, end unit. Plenty of extra space. Steps to beautiful sandy beach with a wharf for your boat. Newer 2006 1bedroom, 1bath, park model trailer, plus a tastefully decorated guest cabin. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot tubs, Adult & Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground. $1500/week 250-371-1333

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Lower Sahali

CALL 250-376-8542/ 250-319-6054

RV Sites

Cottages / Cabins

AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.

Lakeview sm all season cabin for rent furnished $225 near Clinton (250) 459-2387aft 5pm

5 Star Caravans West Resort in Scotch Creek B.C.

Affordable Kokanee Court New 2 or 3 bedroom, 2 bath home & land packages â&#x20AC;˘ All landscaping, edible garden area â&#x20AC;˘ Paved driveway & RV parking First home buyers find how to get $10,000 back from the government All for only:

239,900

250-573-2278

1Bdrm Apartment 1525 Tranquille Rd. $750 per month 1 cat allowed avail Sept 1st n/s w/d on site (250) 376-9059

Ready for immediate delivery on your foundation!

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2365 FLEETWOOD AVENUE

Completely updated fully ďŹ nished 2 story, 4 bdrm, 3 bath home. High quality throughout. Stainless steel appliances. Professionally landscaped private yard with 28x12 deck off french doors. Single car garage with R/V parking. Walking distance to schools, shopping & Rec centre.

NOT A DRIVE BY! OFFERED AT $399,000. 250.376.0401 - 250.319.8027 e. terryhunt29@hotmail.com

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Lots

5bdrm 2bth shop, garage, acreage, rm for horses, trucks, very private $2500/mth + dd (250) 319-0922 Dallas Downtown 2 bd house for rent. $825 + util. (250) 371-7776 Downtown or North Shore 3bdrm $1300 or $1500 avail Jul 15 or Aug 1st (250) 3745586 New reno Sun Peaks 3bdrm house w/d, f/s, pets ok avail Sept 1 $1200 (250) 819-3815 NORTH SHORE, 3 bdrm, 1 bath house, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d w/ bsmt, fenced yard, gas heat. (867)536-2307 after 10 am or nuggetcityyukon@gmail.com N.SHORE 3bdrm home, storage, garage, laundry. NS/NP $1300+Util call 250-320-9205

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RV Pads

UNFURN Rm in Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Only Rooming Hse, avail immed. Shared wshrm. $400 inc heat & hydro. 250-372-5550

Apt/Condo for Rent

Houses For Sale

Room men only Sept 1st furn, w/d,s/f,tv,sitting rm util incl near Safeway $375 554-1244

Room for rent cls to TRU and bus, int, tv, util incl, meals neg $600/mth 250-851-0934

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Rentals Suites, Lower 1Bdrm N. Kam shr w/d, n/p, n/s prefer older person $850 util incl (250) 554-87 71 aft 5 1Bdrm N.Shore daylight, level entry ns/np $625 incl.util. Avail Sep1 376-4983 or 376-7291 2 Bdrm close to sch/shop. recent reno, w/d, n/s, n/p util incl $1000 376-9897/372-8418 2BDRM daylight bsmnt suite incl appl N/S N/P $975/mnth inc util Avail Sept 1 319-9594 2bdrm new reno w/d, n/p, adult oriented Avail now $875 util incl (250) 376-4109 2bdrm N Shore daylight, cls sch/bus, n/p, n/s util incl. ref $850 250-819-6158/778-4700057 available immediately 2BDRM N. Shore quiet clean bright ns/np shr W/D $900/ mo cble util incl 250-376-1421 Brock 1bdrm util & cable incld N/S N/P close to school & bus avail Sept 1st $750 376-4307 Brock or Downtown 2bdrm or 3bdrm no dogs, $800 or $900 avail immed (250) 374-5586 Cumfy 1bdrm suite. Close to University, Hospital. Perfect for student or quiet person. Excellent Location. np. ns. Call now (250) 372-5270 Large Sahali 1bdrm close to TRU, wd, np, ns, util incl $800 Avail immed 250-320-9205 Valleyview lge living space 2 bdrm, 5 appliances, $1100mo hydro & gas incl 250-372-2380 WESTSYDE 1BD + Den Newly reno, all appl, n/s pets neg. $700 (250) 819 -1161.

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Cars - Sports & Imports

Recreational/Sale

Run until sold New Price>>$59.95 1989 Mercedes Benz 6cyl 190, 2.6 ltr 4 door. Low mileage Immaculate Condition. (250) 372-8479

Do you have a vehicle, boat, rv, or trailer to sell? With our Run til sold specials you pay one ﬂat rate and we will run your ad until your vehicle sells.* • $59.95 (boxed ad with photo) • $34.95 (regular 3 line ad)

Call: 250-371-4949

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Adult

Trucks & Vans

Boats

Escorts

08Ford F150 8’ box 2 wd drive 5 speed manual 56,000 kms 8 tires $10,000 (1-250)800-0498

1981 Aqua Star 140 evanrude many extras 2 spr props depth ﬁnder Low hrs stored under cover for 11yr $4100 372-8754

2002 Chevy Avalanche Z71 for sale. 190,000kms, V8, Fully loaded, leather seats, PW, PL, PS, A/C, Alloys, Full sized spare tire, keyless entry, security, sun roof, locking storage, back seats fold into cab, removable back window. Comes with tent designed to clip to box. Needs a little TLC but still an awesome truck. $7000 OBO. Call 250-5720869 2004 DODGE Ram 1500, 5.7L Hemi, many extras. 250,000kms. Good condition. $9750 obo. 250-267-2467

1991 Bowrider, ib volvo 4cyl full canvas top and travel cvr wake brd pole and skis, ez load trl. $4500 250-554-4731 1999 18’ Campion Allante 535. 4.3L Volvo Penta. X-tra’s Low hours $13,000obo 376-4447 20ft. Campion bow rider w/115 hpMerc outbrd EZload trailer FishFndr $2900obo 319-1394 Sailboat, 15.5’ Falcon, ﬁberglass, centreboard, new Northsails on trailer. $2750. Louis Creek. 250-672-9623

Cars - Domestic 02 Dodge Chrysler Seabring 4dr V6, 190,000km new tires gd cond $3900obo 319-1394 2005 Chrysler 300C Hemi fully loaded auto new tires/snow $13,000 250-372-9405 2005 PT Cruiser Convertible. Touring edition only summer driven, mint cond 64500km $8500obo (250) 572-2258

RUN UNTIL SOLD ONLY $34.95(plus Tax)

Off Road Vehicles

(250)371-4949

2008 Yamaha Grizzly 660 ATV, 1363km & attachments 250-376-8009, 250-852-1751

*some restrictions apply call for details

Recreational/Sale

Cars - Sports & Imports ATTENTION COLLECTORS 1980 CAMARO, only 50,000 K on punched 305 eng. 3 spd. Needs some body work. For more info. $2800 OBO. 1-250-523-9762. (Logan Lake)

Adult Escorts

Motorcycles 1986 Red Honda Elite 80 motor cycle exc cond. 3 helmets incl $600obo (250)377-4661

1991 Okanagan 25’ 5th wheel, 1 slide out, mint condition $6900. obo 250-577-3222 2004 Ford Adventurer 20ft Class C motorhome fully loaded $28,000 250-372-9405 26’ pull type 1999 Mallard trailer slps 6, lrg awning, a/c , solar panel + extras $10,000 (250) 376-6918

1999 GMC JIMMY Tan in color. 209,000km Great Condition, Fully loaded. $1999 Call 250-319-8236

Recreational/Sale

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250-572-3623 4 College Sweethearts Call or text 24/7 (250) 318-9605

Sport Utility Vehicle

Toyota Forklift For Sale Model 42-6FG18 Max lift 3500lbs $5000obo 250-374-0462

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Downtown in calls or out calls available.

09 Jeep Patriot North 4x4 std, ac, fully loaded 61,500km drk green $18500 250-672-9623

Commercial Vehicles

Sexy, fun, accommodating, & discreet.

Just want to have fun!

I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679 89 Dodge Daytona ES 5spd, 2.5lt, front wheel dr. 15”x6” cast alum wheels stored for 5 yrs, new bat. & mufﬂer TLC needed $1500 250579-9483

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2007 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 5.3 Z71, skid plates, 4 inch lift kit with brand new rims & tires. 78,291 kms. We ﬁnance! Delivery to your door, no problem! Visit our website to submit a credit application today. See our website for more pics www.harrisoceansidegm.com Call Andy direct 250-616-7767 96 GMC 4x4 3/4ton club cab 161270km wired for trailer, a/c, c/d, canopy incl, new battery $10,000 (250) 376-6918

#1A Enchanting Companion 250-371-0947. Sweet, pleasant, upscale, classy & fun. Hourglass ﬁgure. Discreet. 10am-8pm. www.kamloopsbrandi.com Lovely Asian Girl Luby 23yrs old 34C-25-36 110lbs sexy, pretty, no rush (778) 220-1845

ALL Pro Escorts & Strippers. Fast, friendly service. Professional Service for over 30 years Cash/Visa/MC 250-372-7721 1-866-849-8603 www.allproescorts.com or www.allprostrippers.com

Boats

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Great Selection Of RV’s

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Or Irish Spring. 443 to 532 mL. LIMIT FOUR - Combined varieties.

Select varieties. 312 to 680 kg. LIMIT FOUR Combined varieties.

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