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Did you see CJ Fowler on Dec. 5? Kamloops RCMP have released a surveillance photo of CJ Fowler, the 16-year-old girl was slain on Dec. 5. Police say the image of Fowler was taken before she left Royal Inland Hospital at 2:54 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5. Her body was found near the end of Grandview Terrace, west of the hospital, at approximately 11:30 a.m. that same day. Based on evidence found in the investigation, police believe Fowler was murdered before dawn that same day. On that day, Fowler was wearing blue jeans, a bubble-gum pink tank top and a black and grey plaid jacket covered by a larger medium green jacket. She stood five-foot-three and weighed about 100 pounds. She had a slim build with straight black hair

The image on the right is one of Fowler captured by a video-surveillance system at Royal Inland Hospital hours before she was murdered on Wednesday, Dec. 5. The photos above are of family members taking part in a ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 13, in the area where Fowler’s body was found.

that extended slightly below her shoulders and brown eyes. On Thursday, Dec. 13, Fowler’s parents came to Kamloops, where they met with major-crime investigators and later visited the site where her body was discovered. They took part in a private prayer ceremony with family members, close friends, a spiritual counsellor, Tk’emlups Indian Band Chief Shane Gottfriedson and a representative of the Assembly of First Nations. Mounties want to hear from anyone who may have seen Fowler between the Royal Inland Hospital and where her body was found in the ravine at the end of Grandview Terrace. Anyone with information is asked to call the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

THE SANTA WHISPERER Kindergarten student Nyah Muzio sings It’s Christmas during Westmount elementary’s presentation of John Jacobson’s musical, Dear Santa. Schools are finishing their annual concerts during this final week of classes before the Christmas break, which begins on Saturday, Dec. 22 and ends on Sunday, Jan. 6. Dave Eagles/KTW

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Council nixes garbage cash DEALS THE By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

Organizers of a local garbage-busting event will have to look elsewhere for support after Kamloops city council turned down their $8,000 funding request. James Gordon and Marcia Dick were looking for sponsorship for their Zero Waste Challenge, which would allow them to run the event as paid co-ordinators rather than volunteers. The bulk of the funds — $6,250 — would have gone to wages, with $2,000 earmarked for advertising and $250 set aside for for the event. First held in 2011, the Zero Waste Challenge pitted six households against each other in a trash-reduction competition. For the first two weeks of the month, participants weighed their garbage to establish how much solid waste they were generating per week. Gordon and Dick then went to each home to help set up composting systems and offer tips on waste reduction.

During the following two weeks, contestants worked to put those tips into action. The first challenge was won by the van Vliet family of Rayleigh, who managed to reduce the weight of their household trash to that of an apple, despite having five young children. Gordon said goals for the next challenge, which would run in October 2013, are to bring more households on board and keep participants from dropping out. The initial challenge suffered from a high attrition rate, with nearly two-thirds of the competitors quitting because weighing garbage was “a hassle,” Gordon said. Coun. Arjun Singh lauded the campaign, noting the city’s goal to reduce the amount of trash headed to the landfill by 40 per cent by 2015. “I think this is worth trying and, to showcase it from not the city, but from a community-grassroots perspective, would be good,” he said. However, Coun. Nancy Bepple said the city typically hasn’t been the sole supporter of other environmental cam-

paigns, such as Bike to Work Week, and she would rather offer a smaller amount of support once Gordon and Dick have other community groups on board as sponsors. “At the moment, two individuals are asking us to pay for their project and, when other groups have come forward, even when it’s an individual that’s spearheading it, they’ve come with other groups supporting it,” she said. Coun. Nelly Dever expressed concern Dick and Gordon hadn’t presented a plan for how they would attract more participants and weren’t sure how many households they would be able to involve. “I listen to this proposal and the first thing that comes to mind for me is, are we or are we not an open-door bank?” she said. Coun. Donovan Cavers’ suggestion the city only pay for Gordon and Dick’s wages, with any other funding coming through in-kind donations, was rejected by council, with only councillors Singh, Cavers and Ken Christian voting to have the city fund the challenge.

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School district reviews security By Tim Petruk STAFF REPORTER tim@kamloopsthisweek.com

The Kamloops-Thompson school district is reviewing its security protocols in the wake of last week’s mass shooting at an elementary school in Connecticut. Superintendent Terry Sullivan has told all schools to lock all but the main doors during the day. “We’ve always had a policy of having all visitors sign in at the main office,” he said, noting that was sometimes tough to enforce, especially at some of the larger high schools. “So, not all the doors are locked, but the main doors are the only ones that will remain open during the day.” On Friday, Dec. 14, 27 people were killed in Newtown, Conn. Of those, 20 were young students at Sandy Hook Elementary.

The order to lock up Kamloopsarea schools came after Sullivan issued two statements to parents — one by phone, the other in the form of a letter sent home with students — about the shooting rampage. The statements, delivered the day of the shooting, was intended to let parents know school staff members are meeting to help develop a strategy to avoid any potential emotional trauma in students. To that end, Sullivan said, he encouraged parents to “protect children from disturbing media reports” about the shooting. He said he received multiple phone calls from parents after the statements, thanking him for re-assuring them. Sullivan said the security review will continue. “We’re looking at how we can make our schools more secure.”

HEELS OVER HEAD Kaiden Goddard, a Grade 1 student at Aberdeen elementary, took to the slopes during the recent snowfall and showed he can handle a highlight-reel spill from his sledding gear. A little brushing off of the accumulated snow, a lot of laughter and Kaiden was ready to tackle the slopes again. George Wycherley/KTW

Despite Cavers’ concerns, council will spend By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

Spread out the pain or pay it now? That was the debate that arose at city hall this week as Kamloops council prepared to round out the year by borrowing $8.7 million for roadworks, wastewater mains and streetlights. At its final meeting of 2012, on Tuesday, Dec. 18, council agreed to start an alternative-approval process to borrow $2.4 million for lighting upgrades on Tranquille Road. It also agreed to borrow $2.9 million to twin a force main between the Domtar pulp mill and Mission Flats road and another $3.3 million to widen Highland Drive. However, the new debt load had Coun. Donovan Cavers alarmed and calling for the city to change its strategy when funding expensive capital projects. “I’m not comfortable with our current

philosophy with debt,” Cavers said. “To me, it’s kicking things down the road and it’s not a good way to operate.” Instead, Cavers said, the city should look at saving for its big-ticket projects, only building when most of the costs can be covered upfront. He proposed a workshop in 2013 to examine the idea in more detail. “I’m definitely not suggesting we throw the entire budget at any given capital item,” he said. “It would obviously be a very long, slow change of philosophy where we build up surpluses.” Other councillors, however, remain comfortable with the city’s current strategy, with the majority voting against Cavers’ proposed strategy session. “I don’t want to tax people today for big-ticket items,” Coun. Tina Lange said. “I want their kids to help pay for it as well.

“For things that last a long time, that’s what we want. “We want future generations to share the pain.” Coun. Pat Wallace doubted citizens would embrace a plan to hike tax rates without any short-term gain. “I don’t know that taxpayers are quite prepared to say, ‘That’s OK. Add $500 a year onto my taxes.’” she said. “We did that in the ’80s. We tried to pay for everything we did. “And, we found out, you can’t do a lot.” Mayor Peter Milobar also rejected the idea. “We would need to jump taxes 10 per cent this year to do these three projects, which is a stretch of road, a sewer main and a strip of lights,” he said. “I don’t know if the citizens in this city would ever build anything again if they were seeing fluctuations like that.”

HIGHLAND DRIVE DEVELOPMENT Drivers entering and leaving Juniper Ridge will get some extra breathing room as a roadwidening project for Highland Drive forges ahead in 2013. The widening will see an extra lane for cars headed south, uphill, into the neighbourhood, as well as construction of a multi-use pathway for pedestrians and cyclists. The project will cost the city more than $5.8 million, with half the cash coming from development-cost charges and half through borrowing. City transportation engineer Chris Darwent said the single northbound downhill lane will be wider than average to accommodate cyclists who could reach speeds of 50 km/h or more. Darwent said the road, which is the main point of entry into the neighbourhood, is already used by 7,000 cars a day, noting Juniper Ridge still has room for around 650 additional homes.

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Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Message It is hard to believe that the holidays are here again. This past year has been a year of many accomplishments. We look forward to another productive year in 2013. As we celebrate the holiday season, I hope that you are able to spend time with your family and friends. It is important to remember our neighbours at this time of year, especially the elderly and those who live on their own. I would like to extend a special welcome to those of you who have come back home to Kamloops to be with your families over the holidays. There is nothing quite like the comfort of home. From my family, my fellow City Councillors and city staff, we wish your family a safe and joyous holiday season. May 2013 bring your family good health and prosperity. ~ Mayor Peter Milobar

Mayor Peter Milobar wishes residents a safe and joyous holiday season.

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Regular Council Meeting Jan 15, 1:30 pm

Holiday Swim Schedules Holiday swim schedules are in effect Dec 21 - Jan 6, 2013 at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre and Westsyde Pool & Community Centre. Pick up a schedule at the pool or visit www.kamloops.ca/swim.

Vehicles By-law No. 33-5. As of Jan 1, the 2013 plates (orange-coloured decals) are required to be displayed.

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Regular Council Meeting Jan 22, 1:30 pm Public Consultation Budget Meetings: Jan 15, 10:30 am Council Chambers Jan 22, 7 pm Parkside Lounge, Interiors Savings Centre, 300 Lorne St Jan 29, 7 pm Parkside Lounge, Interiors Savings Centre, 300 Lorne St Feb 5, 7 pm Parkside Lounge, Interiors Savings Centre, 300 Lorne St Regular City Council meetings are broadcast on Shaw Cable as follows: Wed and Sat at 11am and Sun at 7pm. Council meetings can also be viewed online at: kamloops.ca/webcast Meeting schedule is available at kamloops.ca/council

Career Opportunities Applications are being accepted for the following management position: Traffic and Transportation Engineer Competition: 05-25/12 Closing: Dec 22, 2012 Human Resources: 250-828-3439 kamloops.ca/jobs

Holiday Hours City Hall will be closed on Tues, Dec 25 and Wed, Dec 26. For TCC hours, please visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cityofkamloops. 2013 Business Licence Renewals 2013 Business Licence renewals have been mailed. Payments are due by Jan 1, 2013 and may be paid through PC Banking Services, on-line by credit card, by mail or in person at City Hall. Business Licence accounts outstanding after Jan 15, 2013 will have a $25 late payment charge added to the balance owing. If you have not received your renewal notice or if there has been a change to your business, please contact the Business Licence office at 105 Seymour Street or phone 250-828-3481 prior to submitting the 2013 payment. Commercial Vehicle Licence Plate Renewal - By-law No. 33-5 Owners and operators of commercial vehicles are reminded that before a vehicle is used or operated on any highway within the municipality, the vehicle requires a Commercial Vehicle Licence Plate be displayed pursuant to the Local Government Act and City of Kamloops Licensing of Commercial

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Kamloops’ hotel-tax revenue continues to climb as 2012 comes to a close. Tourism Kamloops CEO Lee Morris said hotel-tax revenue for the year to date is now seven per cent higher than forecast, up from five per cent earlier this quarter. Occupancy rates in the city are also rosy. Compared to provincial averages, Kamloops hotels have a two per cent higher market share for the year. Morris, who appeared before Kamloops city council this week for a year-end report, said Tourism Kamloops is looking to make

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Those suite deals may cost you dearly Kamloopsians who try, and fail, to sneak secondary suites into newly built homes without proper rezoning could face a greater financial hit in the new year. Coun. Pat Wallace plans to bring in a motion that would see those homeowners pay three or four times the usual fee for a rezone. At present, homeowners must pay twice as much for a rezoning application if the city building inspector discovers they’re building an illegal suite in their new home. That was the case for a home at 1258 Copperhead Dr. in Dufferin, which came to council after building inspectors discovered a suite during a final home inspection. “We seem to get more people building large houses and doing this because it’s easier to get permission after the fact,” Wallace said. Once council reconvenes in January after the holiday break, Wallace said she will move to see stiffer financial penalties put in place for homeowners who try to skirt zoning bylaws. “We get some very, very large houses. “Some of the neighbours are quite distressed when they see them going up, and they say they’re all family and then they’re back [at council for rezoning]” she said. Council agreed to move the rezoning for Copperhead Drive to public hearing. In addition to paying extra for that application, the homeowners will also have to pay double for a building permit for the secondary suite.

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NOTICE TO ELECTORS OF AN ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS TRANQUILLE ROAD STREET LIGHTING UPGRADE This is the ﬁrst of two notices to advise electors in the City of Kamloops of the intention to adopt the “Tranquille Road Street Lighting Upgrade Loan Authorization By-law No. 14-1-169”. The purpose of the by-law is to borrow an amount not to exceed $2,400,000 to ﬁnance the cost to upgrade the street lighting and signalization along a portion of Tranquille Road that will be repaid over a period not to exceed 15 years. It is estimated that the borrowing will result in a tax increase for the average residential property of $4.18 per year. A copy of By-law No. 14-1-169 and a summary of the proposal are available from the Legislative Services Division at City Hall during each business day of the week between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. The project will upgrade the street lighting and signalization along 1.8 km of Tranquille Road from Leigh Road to Sydney Avenue. For project details, please contact Jim McNeely, Streets and Internal Services Manager, at telephone: 250-828-3535 or email: jmcneely@kamloops.ca. The City of Kamloops proposes to borrow the money and upgrade the street lights and signalization along a portion of Tranquille Road unless, by 4:30 pm on January 28, 2013, at least 10% of the electors in the whole of the City of Kamloops sign an elector response form opposing the implementation of the proposal unless the City of Kamloops holds a vote. The number of elector responses required to prevent the City of Kamloops from proceeding unless a vote is held is estimated to be 6,732. A report respecting the basis on which this determination was made is available upon request from the Legislative Services Division, City Hall. Alternative Approval Elector Response Forms Elector responses are required to be submitted to the City of Kamloops on forms that can be obtained during regular business hours from the Legislative Services Division at City Hall; the form may also be downloaded from the main page of the City of Kamloops website at www.kamloops.ca. The only elector response forms that will be accepted by the City of Kamloops are the ones provided by the City of Kamloops, or an accurate copy of the form. Only electors of the City of Kamloops are eligible to sign the elector response forms. There are two types of electors - resident electors and non-resident property electors. Resident elector - a person who is a Canadian citizen, is 18 years of age or older, has resided in BC for the previous six months and has resided in the City of Kamloops for the previous 30 days prior to signing an elector response form.

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Deb Sharkey had lived in her Brocklehurst duplex for about a dozen years when things began to go downhill. On the other side of the duplex, her neighbours, also longtime residents, installed vents in their windows. Soon, a noxious smell was floating through the neighbourhood several days each month — “the most strongest skunk you’ve ever imagined,” Sharkey said. Sharkey, whose former partner was an RCMP officer, knew the signs and called Kamloops Mounties to have the grow-op next door investigated. But, when RCMP reported back, she was told nothing criminal was happening. Sharkey’s neighbours were growing medical marijuana with a licence from Health Canada. A call to the city got the property inspected, but privacy laws kept her from learning what was found. Sharkey went a step further and called the B.C. Safety Authority, which ordered her neighbours to upgrade their wiring. The agency could do nothing about the smell and other concerns. “It’s so bad,” said Sharkey. “We’ve got this lovely back deck and we can’t even go out

and enjoy it because the smell is so strong.” Now, Sharkey is cheering on efforts by the city to get growops like the one next to her out of residential areas. In the new year, city council will hold a public hearing to determine whether to move forward with bylaw changes that would restrict medical marijuana grows to industrial areas. The change would also require would-be growers to obtain a building permit, file a ventilation plan with city staff and meet several other environmental requirements. Because grow-ops on industrial land would already be permitted under new city zoning, they would not require council oversight and approval. Sharkey has been lobbying hard for the change and intends to speak in favour of it at the public hearing. She said residential grows in multi-family units like hers don’t make sense, in part because it’s difficult to keep the grow a secret in such close quarters. “You can’t miss it with the smell in the neighbourhood,” she said. “So, people who are looking for drugs are going to be coming here, down the street, looking for the home, maybe randomly doing breakins to try and find it.” Sharkey is also concerned

mould possibly produced by the grow could be filtering into her connected property. Geoff Shellard, a Coquitlambased mould-remediation contractor who has worked on residential grow-ops, said Sharkey’s worries are well-founded. “[Grow-ops] use a lot of water and you use a lot of heat. And, those things combined create a lot of mould. So. that’s the biggest issue.” Shellard said it doesn’t take long for mould to take hold in an indoor grow-op and issues can arise before any plants are in place. “The problem is, if you just brought everything in day one, you’re bringing in fertilizers and pesticides, so those are hazardous in and of themselves,” he said. “If they’re bringing in a whole bunch of potting soil, you don’t even have to grow any plants for there to be an issue.” Sharkey, whose husband is a paraplegic, said she has invested too much money improving her home’s accessibility to just pick up and move if the issue doesn’t resolve itself. “We’ve got grants we don’t have to pay back as long as we don’t move,” she said. “And, besides that, it’s so apparent they have a licensed grow-op. “Who on earth is going to buy a place right next door?”

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ORMALLY IN THE week before Christmas, this column would be filled with warm thoughts about all the good things we’ve done in the city in the past year. Comments about all you caring people who have helped out a charity, a school, a child — those little moments that maybe no one notices, but which make our hearts feel warm. ‘Tis the season, after all. However, I’m just not in a festive mood at all these days. In fact, as I write this, not a single present have I bought — although, I must confess, my husband does all the gift shopping and I just have to get him something. Were it not for the youngest, I don’t think the tree would be up, decorated and illuminated every night as the sun goes down. I’ve done no Christmas baking, no decorating — nothing at all. One might call me a Grinch and be pretty close to accurate right now. The reason? A microcosmic speck of evil that has apparently moved into my lungs and taken up residence. This nasty bug moved into town with all his cousins, it appears, because I have yet to find anyone who is not sick right now. Everyone I meet or talk with on the phone has had to put up with the congestion, the coughing, the aching, the never-freaking-ending fatigue this critter packs. You’d think by now, having weathered colds for almost six decades, I’d be immune to it all. It’s the same thing every time, isn’t it? You get the sniffles.

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LEVEL Then you get that telltale tickling in your throat. You find yourself feeling the sides of your neck as if you really can tell if your nodes are swollen. If you’re like my husband and me, you debate with each other about when you are going to give in and see the doctor, knowing full well that, once you get there — sharing the waiting area with others equally as sniffly and congested — he’ll tell you to rest in bed, drink plenty of fluids and wait it out. The impasse was broken when I gave in first and went, only to be told I had a cold. So, every night for the last couple of weeks, there we have been, sitting in our recliners, hubby huddling under his orange blanket alternately shivering and cooking, me under a red one doing the same, fast-forwarding through commercials in whatever we have recorded on the PVR and trying to figure out ways to get all our shopping done without ever leaving those chairs. It seems like everyone has an idea on how to cure this thing. Cold F/X has been suggested, as has loads of vitamin C, some strange herbal-tea concoction, inhaling steam, going

gluten-free to boost the immune system, leaving bowls of cut onions lying around the house, gargling with salt water (my mother believed in that — even if it worked, I will never do that again), listening to jazz music (apparently, it stimulates something inside your body that fights evil), wearing cold and wet socks, drinking coconut milk, eating chocolate (might give that one a try) and, my personal favourite, staying home and resting in bed. Right — with Christmas just days away and nothing done. There’s some solace in knowing I’m not alone. A quick Google search of statistics for the common cold in Canada revealed this data. One-third of Canadian adults will have a sore throat, cold or flu in any given month. Women are more likely than men to get sick, but we’re also more likely to treat the illness and go to the doctor. Twenty per cent of Canadian adults ignore their symptoms altogether — how I envy that ability. Cough and cold remedies are the second-most commonly used medications in Canada and we apparently spend, collectively, more than $300 million annually on them. My favourite part of this particular link is the following: Despite spending that enormous amount, we’re buying medicines that, “for the most part, neither ameliorate symptoms nor change the course of the illnesses.” Normally, I root for the little guy. Right now, I’d like him to just move on. dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

The B.C. Liberal government has been taking heat — (rightly so) for wasting $15 million of your tax dollars on a variety of ads that amount to little more than pre-election boasting. You’ve seen them. They serve only to proclaim all the wonderful things the B.C. Liberals have done. They are partisan and wasteful and offer fodder for debate on just how much real good that $15 million could have done in various areas of the province. In Kamloops yesterday (Dec. 19), we witnessed another PR spin that should make taxpayers take note of yet more waste of their precious dollars. Education Minister Don McRae, Jobs Minister Pat Bell and Environment Minister Terry Lake were at NorKam secondary (which sits in Lake’s Kamloops-North Thompson riding) to announce in person exactly what was announced and reported on back on Oct. 4. That would be Victoria’s decision to fund $6.3 million of the $7.4-million trades and technology centre at the school, all the details of which were reported two-and-ahalf-months ago by KTW and other Kamloops media outlets. Yesterday’s re-announcement offered nothing new, save for a hazy timeline concerning construction, which only adds fuel to the argument by many that this government is in full election-campaign mode, doing a poor job at masking publicrelations propaganda as real news. KTW attended yesterday’s reannouncement as the press release announcing the event did not note it was indeed a re-announcement. It soon became apparent the NorKam press conference was simply a chance for politicians to engage in silly photo-ops with tools as they tried to milk more ink from a stale announcement. We know how much the blatant ad-propaganda campaign is costing us. We wonder how many tax dollars it cost to arrange to have the education and jobs ministers travel with his ample staff to Kamloops to announce something that was announced quite fully nearly a quarter-year ago.

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Editor: There are some wonderful friends and neighbours in the 2500- and 2600-block of Valleyview Drive who come out to help with snow clearing even though I am not elderly or ill. I wish to thank you all so very much. Lorraine Kerslake Kamloops

Re: Story: Two-week closure for Central Station Pub: “The drinking age should be 16, anyway. “We’re too anal in North America.” — posted by Mike Mitchell “They pay our staff two weeks of severance while closed — or are you too damn cheap?” — posted by Darren Crawford

Re: Story: Courtney Buck’s body recovered from river: “Just another example of government cheaping out on road maintenance to save a buck. “Anyone who travels roads in B.C. is playing a death lottery. “Are you feeling lucky?” — posted by Brian Alexander

Re: Story: Lindsay’s sentencing date set for Jan. 21: “Lock this dude up for good.” — posted by Tyler Downey

Re: Letter: Location, not mine itself, is the problem: “Kalgoorlie, in Australia, works.” — posted by Les Evens

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Kamloops MP learns ﬁne art of wagging the dog Editor: Kudos to KamloopsThompson-Cariboo Conservative MP Cathy McLeod, who recently voted against Bill C-398. Kudos not for her vote that helped prevent Canada’s generic-drug manufacturers from providing inexpensive generic medicines to Africans suffering from AIDS and other curable diseases, but for learning the art of “wagging the dog” and finally learning her party’s policies. McLeod’s Dec. 6 response (‘MP defends her government’s stance on Bill C-398’)

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to Michael Crawford’s letter of Dec. 4 (‘MP McLeod sides with Big Pharma’) was filled with typical political double-talk addressing everything good the Conservative government of Stephen Harper is doing in developing countries. But, McLeod avoided Crawford’s claim her government caters to the will of pharmaceutical lobbyists. According to the non-partisan Washington, D.C.based Center for Responsive Politics, pharmaceutical companies spent $900 million on lobbying between

1998 and 2005, more than any other industry in the U.S. The Conservative government in Canada is no less corruptible than American politicians. The combined worth of the world’s top five drug companies is twice the combined GNP of all sub-Saharan Africa and their influence on the rules of world trade is many times stronger because they can bring their wealth to bear directly on the levers of Western power. Citing the importance of transparency, McLeod said she supported a private mem-

ber’s bill, Bill C-377, that would force unions to open their books to the public. Unfortunately, government transparency concerning Bill C-398 is more like a smoke screen that hides the potential loss of profit pharmaceutical companies would have endured had this bill passed. The Canadian federal budget, delivered in March 2007, provided an additional tax incentive to Canadian pharmaceutical companies to provide drugs to certain Canadian registered charities as long as the drugs are used

outside of Canada. Drug companies are allowed to send more expensive drugs that may be close to expiry dates. Other concerns lost in the political fog are the possibility of reselling drugs, inflated revenue reporting, double counting revenues, diversion of funds from good medicine to bad, acceptance of inappropriate, short-dated and poorly labelled drugs and lack of regulation. This last concern is where transparency gets lost in translation.

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Snow angels needed As snow piles up around the city, the Kamloops Seniors Outreach Society is looking for angels. Specifically, angels with snow shovels. The society’s Snow Angel program, which provides snow-shovelling services to seniors, is in full swing for the winter. However, volunteer co-ordinator Harjeet Dhaliwal noted, the program has run short of volunteers, leaving more than 30 seniors without help. “These seniors that aren’t receiving Snow Angel services, a lot of them are really wanting the service,” she said. “But, without the volunteers, I can’t really provide them the service.” Most of the seniors live in Brocklehurst, on the South Shore or in Sahali and Aberdeen, Dhaliwal said, though there are a few in Juniper ONLINE You can comment on any story you read @ kamloopsthisweek.com

Ridge and Dallas who also need volunteer help. Volunteers are typically paired with seniors living nearby and can choose to shovel snow for one or many households in their neighbourhood. Dhaliwal said the goal of the program is to keep seniors living independently in their homes for as long as possible. Many clients have mobility issues or problems with arthritis, which prevent them from doing their own shovelling. “If they’re unable to shovel their driveways, it makes it harder for them to go out and get in their vehicles to do their quick shopping, or even just go outside,” she said. “And, with home and community care — sometimes some of them have nurses coming in and going out. So if they don’t have their driveways shovelled, those

people can’t come in and do the work that they need to do.” Introduced last year, the Snow Angel program has already become one of the society’s largest projects in terms of the number of clients and volunteers. “The number of seniors that are wanting the service has bumped up quite a lot,” Dhaliwal said. “We went from a little under 70 to now we have 124 — and I’m getting more and more calls every day.” To become a volunteer Snow Angel, call Dhaliwal at 250-8280600. Volunteers must provide two character references before being paired with a senior. For more information and updates on the Snow Angel program, search Kamloops District Seniors Outreach Society on Facebook.

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I grew up with Anne. FTER A DAY SPENT TOURAnd, so, earlier in Cavendish, we visited ING the Points East Circle Drive the foundation of the home in which Lucy on Prince Edward Island on a Maud Montgomery grew up and paid homwarm evening in July, we make age. our way to Charlottetown, We walked the trails Anne where our hotel room smells would have walked. funny. Stepped, with something Striking out for a bottle of like reverence, through the Febreeze, followed by supfarmhouse that belonged to per, little do we know we’re the author’s aunt and was the about to find our new favourite inspiration for Green Gables Christmas recipe. itself. First, however, we continue We did not, however, visit to discover that, on P.E.I., DARCIE HOSSACK Anne Land or whatever it was nearly all roads lead to Anne Bon called: The theme park down of Green Gables. the road where actors pretendThere’s Anne, The Musical, APPÉTIT ing to be Matthew and Marilla the score of which drifts from interact, Disney-style, with inside an Anne of Green visitors. Gables store, where tourists stock up on Back in Charlottetown, we choose a period nightgowns and bottles of raspberry downtown trattoria that turns out to be a cordial featuring labels with a red-pigtailed disappointment, much like the hotel. girl. We do not order dessert. When a song that Gilbert Blythe would But, as we begin to explore the enchantsurely never sing comes over the air, I ing shopfronts and walkways around us, we cringe and we move along. soon stop in front of a lit window, where we I love Anne.

watch as batter is ladled into rows of perfectly shaped dimples that, we are about to discover, make up the traditional moulding of an (industrial) Poffertjes pan. Seasoned from tens of thousands of uses, the cast-iron griddle mesmerizes. And, when the cook neatly flips each little pancake to turn golden on the other side, we step inside, wait as she plates and mounds an order of poffertjes with butter and confectioners’ sugar, then hands them to an ear-to-ear-grinning customer. Eagerly, we mangle the pronunciation (poff-er-chuz) and place two orders of our own. “Maybe we should have shared a plate,” I say when I see just how much butter is slathered before the icing sugar is dusted. It’s a suggestion which solicits a glower from Chefhusband — and another of the same two nights later, when we return for seconds. Poffertjes, we learn as we tuck in, are traditional Dutch treats. The slathers of butter and heaps of powdered sugar are also traditional but, already, I’m thinking of Christmas Eve or morning

or a family brunch during the holidays and serving these with drizzles of Summerland Sweets syrups. Or maple. On top of, of course, daubs of soft butter. Fortunately, for our plans, the shop sells poffertjes pans. And, once home, we discover the packaging the pan came in has a recipe printed in both German and Dutch. After translating the Dutch (thank you Internet), I get out the flour and yeast and improvise a little. Once the batter has risen, we heat up the pan. Five months after discovering poffertjes in Charlottetown, we soften some butter, sift a snowfall of powdered sugar, and enjoy a preview of the Christmas that, for us, began back in July. Darcie Hossack is a food writer and author of Mennonites Don’t Dance (Thistledown Press). For past recipes, go online to nicefatgurdie.wordpress.com. She can be contacted at onepotato2potato@shaw.ca.

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Lois Jean Nastrom Lois Jean Nastrom, our Family’s Matriarch, dedicated Wife, loving Mother, loyal Grandmother and outstanding Great Grandmotherr ow began a new life and left ours as we know it on December 15, 2012. Her commitment to family, her focus on her career, her honesty and her support are only a few influences we are fortunate to have experienced throughout her life. Born on October 15, 1930 in Deepdale, Manitoba, Lois was the daughter to Fred & Agnes Ward and sister to Bernice, Kenneth, Lorne, Helen, Elaine, Ruth and Donald. Married October 18, 1949, Lois and Raymond began their life’s journey together. Recently they celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary. Lois has blessed the lives of her husband Raymond, daughter Janice Lawson (Bill), sons Jim Nastrom (Sally), Ken Nastrom (Danita). Grandchildren: Shannon Wright (Peter), Jason Lawson (Tracey), Sasha Ruttan (Geoff ), David Nastrom (Crystal), Jennifer Sullivan (Mike), Shane Nastrom (Nicole), Christopher Nastrom(Cindy), Cody Nastrom. Great Grandchildren: Kezia & Olivia Wright, Beckett & Mckenna Lawson, Brandon & Logan Sullivan. Family would like to invite friends to join us as we celebrate Lois’ legacy on Friday, December 21, 2012 - 11:00 am at First Baptist Church at 454 Columbia Street, Kamloops. A visitation will be held at 9:30 am prior to the service. Following the service, please join us at the church for a small social gathering. A bursary will be created in honor of Lois for a mature nursing student raising a family. The recipient of the bursary would be a student attending Thompson Rivers University or Vancouver Island University, (formerly Malaspina College). All donations can be made payable to “Bursary in Honor of Mrs. Lois J. Nastrom” and forwarded to: 2041 Sagewood Manor, Airdrie, Alberta, T4B 3A6.

YVONNE DOREEN FELLER

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1918~2012 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Yvonne Doreen (Billie) Feller on December 16, 2012. Billie was predeceased by her husband August Feller in 1983, daughter Sharon Brewer in 1989, daughter Betty Flewin in 1998 and grandson Randy Flewin. She is survived by her son August (Budge) Feller (Cheryl) of Hefﬂey Creek, seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren, sisters Marjorie Grant of Quebec and Lee Finkle of Chicago. Billie was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on May 22, 1918, moved to Nelson, BC in 1943 and then Kamloops in 2005. She was a life member of the Women’s Institute, Royal Purple and Willow Haven Hospital Association in Nelson. The family would like to offer special thanks to the staff of the Overlander Extended Care Facility for all their kindness and support. A Memorial will be held for Billie in the spring of 2013. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Bruce Mertz

Born in Penticton, BC, August 21, 1950 Married Diane Hannas, April 28, 1973 Proud Dad of Steven, June 20, 1976 Passed away peacefully, from coronary disease, in his sleep in his favorite chair, December 13, 2012 at the age of 62. Those left devastated, his best friend and wife of 39 years, Diane; son Steven and his fiancée Lori Dangelewicz (the only person brave enough to ever challenge Bruce for his chocolates); his two sisters Maureen (Don) and their family, and Joan. Also left devastated are his 2 best friends from high school, Jim and Harry and their wives, Donna and Barb, endless relatives and many friends. Everyone loved, admired, respected and depended on him for his strength, advice, guidance and especially his sense of humor. His railroad job started January 1973 and continued until his retirement at the age of 56. A clip from a CN Magazine read: On the job Bruce was renown in his inventiveness. Among his 8 suggestion award-winning ideas for CN is the “automatic ruler 42 flags,” a signaling device for track workers… This device has saved time thus increasing productivity by removing the chore of installing and removing manual flags morning and evening. Same magazine clip on a personal note: Bruce and Diane have a “special retirement project.” In 1992 they saw a real estate agent pounding his sign in on a lot, right on the lake, in beautiful Red Lake, BC, 40km from Kamloops. They spent 20 happy years building a cottage and landscaping their property while still living in town. The best part is Bruce and Diane did it all together with their own hands, every nail, and every blister. The cottage was almost finished when Bruce had his first heart attack and Bruce decided play was as important as productivity. He bought an ATV and then Bruce and Diane quit work everyday, if they worked at all. Together they explored every back road they could find, fished, and spent time enjoying special friends. He will be cremated and in August along with friends and family he will be free to roam Red Lake forever. Flowers are declined in favor of charitable donations.

If I knew it would be the last time That I’d see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in more tightly and pray the Lord, your soul to keep. If I knew it would be the last time that I see you walk out the door, I would give you a hug and kiss and call you back for one more. If I knew it would be the last time I’d hear your voice lifted up in praise, I would video tape each action and word, so I could play them back day after day. If I knew it would be the last time, I could spare an extra minute to stop and say “I love you,” instead of assuming you would KNOW I do. If I knew it would be the last time I would be there to share your day, Well I’m sure you’ll have so many more, so I can let just this one slip away. For surely there’s always tomorrow to make up for an oversight, and we always get a second chance to make everything just right. There will always be another day to say “I love you,” And certainly there’s another chance to say our “Anything I can do?” But just in case I might be wrong, and today is all I get, I’d like to say how much I love you and I hope we never forget. Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, young or old alike, And today may be the last chance you get to hold your loved one tight. So if you’re waiting for tomorrow, why not do it today? For if tomorrow never comes, you’ll surely regret the day, That you didn’t take that extra time for a smile, a hug, or a kiss and you were too busy to grant someone, what turned out to be their one last wish. So hold your loved ones close today, and whisper in their ear, Tell them how much you love them and that you’ll always hold them dear Take time to say “I’m sorry,” “Please forgive me,” “Thank you,” or “It’s okay.” And if tomorrow never comes, you’ll have no regrets about today.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, although things have been a bit hectic, you have found new strategies for not letting the stress affect your well-being.You’re enjoying the ride, instead.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, there’s nothing mysterious about a presentation that is made, which earns your interest. This could be a good opportunity for a change if you pursue it.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, organization at home can go a long way to bringing a new outlook on your life. Think about eliminating some of the clutter that has taken over.

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2. No longer seated 3. Translate into ordinary language 4. Point that is one point E of SE 5. Linen vestment worn by priests 6. A B vitamin 7. Ryan O’Neal’s daughter 8. Dull steady pain 10. Seaport on Osaka Bay 11. Cowpunchers 13. Mend a sock 14. Ship’s canvas 16. Aformentioned 19. Big man on campus 20. English actress Stark 22. Malaria mosquitoes 23. Many subconsciousses 26. A scrap of cloth 27. Cry loudly 28. Actress Farrow 29. S. Korean Pres. Syngman (1948-65) 30. Rectangular grooved joint 31. “___ the night before Christmas” 32. Male parents 33. Earlier in time 34. Rampart of felled trees 35. Scoundrel (Yiddish) 36. Pencilmark remover 37. Danish ballet dancer Erik 40. Blood clams genus 41. Subsititutes (abbr.) 44. Spoken in the Dali region of Yunnan

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CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 It’s high time you share some of the responsibility with someone else, Capricorn. Managing everything yourself is a one-way ticket to getting stressed out. That’s not what you need.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 When someone at work makes an announcement, you are caught off-guard by the news. It will take you a few days to recover, but then it’s business as usual.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, contrary to what you may believe, you cannot always be right in every situation. Thinking this way is counterproductive to your relationships and could affect friendships.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 The cliche, “save for a rainy” day was never more appropriate, Leo.Your rainy day has arrived, and you may need to tap into saved funds just to get along.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Rethink a ﬁnancial strategy, Pisces. Examine all the ins and outs and consider all the pros and cons before committing.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, others could ﬁnd you’re acting irrationally, and that’s not within your character. It could be time to step aside and regroup, which may paint a clearer picture of your behavior. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 You have nothing on your mind except having fun, Libra, and that’s OK. Since you’ve been working so hard lately, it’s actually a good opportunity to do something to let loose.

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Uncover your hidden drumming talent by learning the basics of drumming patterns and rhythms. You will have the opportunity to showcase your new-found talents through a special performance on the last day! Valleyview Community Hall Jan 12-Feb 2 2:00-3:30 PM Sat 203884 Feb 16-Mar 9 Sat

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SNOW POW Andrew Armstrong knifes through powder this week at Sun Peaks Resort, where 97 centimetres of new snow fell between Dec. 10 and Dec. 17. The white stuff has been coming down at a recordsetting pace this month. The all-time mark for new snow in the month of December was set in 2006, when 247 centimetres fell from the sky. As of Tuesday, Dec. 18, there were 138 centimetres of new snow on the ground, with 12 days left until the new year. Sam Eagan photo

Second-half schedule offers respite for Blazers By Marty Hastings STAFF REPORTER

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HE KAMLOOPS BLAZERS’ resident travel agent, media co-ordinator Tim O’Donovan, has it easy in the second half of the Western Hockey League’s regular season. After spending 23 nights in hotels in the first half, the Blazers will find accommodation on the road only nine times after the Christmas break. “We had a tough first half, playing 20 of our road games, with two big trips into

Alberta,” said Dave Hunchak, the Blazers’ associate coach. “If we can spread our schedule in the second half, that lends to us being healthier, No. 1, and being fresher, whether it’s at home or on the road.” The Blazers have 16 road games in the second half — 12 of them are against B.C. Division opponents and none of them are against Eastern Conference teams. For Kamloops, the toughest road stretch will run from Jan. 11 to Jan. 18, during which the Blazers play twice in Prince George,

twice in Victoria and once in Kennewick, Wash. The Blazers stumbled into the holidays, losing three straight, once in overtime, to cap a four-game Alberta road swing. After taking the league by storm in September and October, the Blue and Orange cooled off in November and December, allowing the Portland Winterhawks to enter the break atop the Western Conference. The Blazers, at 25-9-2-2, are in second place with 54 points. Portland, at 28-5-1,

has played four fewer games than Kamloops. Perhaps fatigue caught up with the River City club as it coasted to the end of the first half. The home stretch of the second half is much less taxing. The Blazers play five of their last seven regular-season games at Interior Savings Centre. Away from the ice, the players can use the lighter second-half schedule to catch up on schoolwork, while the team’s travelling staff is looking forward to becoming re-acquainted with family, friends

and significant others. “I’m very fortunate to have married a very good woman who puts up with a lot of stuff,” said Hunchak, whose team returns to action in Kelowna against the Rockets on Dec. 27. “Any time you can spend time at home, whether you’re watching your kids do sport or school activities, or just being around the house, it’s real important.”

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Ryan Skinner of the Kamloops Storm is hounded by Kelyn Opel of the Sicamous Eagles in Kootenay International Junior Hockey League play at McArthur Island Sports and Events Centre on Sunday, Dec. 16. The Eagles won 4-1. Allen Douglas/KTW

December has not been kind to the Kamloops Storm, but the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League club can still enter the Christmas break on a high note. The Storm â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who have won only once in six games this month â&#x20AC;&#x201D; are hosting the North Okanagan Knights at McArthur Island Sports and Events Centre on

Friday, Dec. 21. Puck drop is slated for 7 p.m. Kamloops (13-172-4) is fourth in the Okanagan-Shuswap Conferenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Doug Birks Division, 14 points back of the division-leading Sicamous Eagles. The Knights are just three points back of top spot in the Birks Division. Leading the Storm

in scoring this season is Daniel Buchanan, with 14 goals and 36 points. Josh Rasmussen, who has played three fewer games than Buchanan, is just one point back, with 10 goals and 35 points. Marcus Beesley has done the lionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s share of the goaltending, posting a 10-18-2 record, with a 3.32 goals-against average and .916 save percentage.

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Please make your check payable to: Kamloops Communities in Bloom Committee. Check or cash - no credit cards (Donations of $25 or more will receive a tax receipt)

Update on Red Bridge Project The Kamloops Communities in Bloom Bicentennial project of enhancing the Red Bridge with improved entrances, informational kiosks and eventually solar spot lighting is progressing. Fundraising for the project continues. Kiosks recycled from a previous life on Victoria Street are nearing completion and will provide a description of the history of the three Red Bridges on Lorne Street and in Pioneer Park on three panels and sponsors on the fourth side. Personalized bricks with names of current residents and in memoriams will form a walkway around the kiosks. Six inscribed benches made from the second Red Bridge timbers will be installed around the kiosks. The bricks make a great Christmas gift. As one young man said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What a great idea for my grandparents!â&#x20AC;? A named brick is also a great gift for others who have lived here a long time, are current residents or for groups or clubs. Use the donation form in this paper, at the donation sites or on the website: http://www.kamloops.ca/cib/redbridgeproject.shtml. Larger sponsorships are very welcome. For packages, call 250-372-3242. This is a one time project that will make the bridge an iconic landmark visible from the air, highways and walkways, many homes and restaurants, as well as from the hospital and Hospice. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s light up the bridge!

The Kamloops Hericanes won the atom division at the Fire on Ice Tournament in Penticton on Sunday, Dec. 16. Kamloops and Merritt were tied 3-3 after regulation and overtime play in the final, so the game went to a shootout,

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Hericanes breathe ﬁre at Penticton tournament, win gold Kamloops downed teams from Wenatchee, Penticton and Merritt en route to the championship game. Schmutz twice earned game MVP honours at the tournament. PJ Ouimet and Moffett were each named MVPs once.

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Conlin Erichuk of the Assassins has a clear path to the net against the Kamloops Jr. Blazers on Saturday, Dec. 15. George Wycherley/KTW

Titanic matchup In atom recreation play on Dec. 15, the Kamloops Titans downed the Kamloops Legends 9-7. Leading the way for the Titans were team captain Jameson Rende (4G), Nathan Underhill (2G), Brooke Cave (2G, 1A), Kyle Sandher (1G) and Caleb Campbell (1A), while netminder Isaac Bean made several key stops in the third period to secure the win. Bean took home the Heart and Hustle Championship belt for his efforts between the pipes. Scoring for the Legends were Tyler Fernie (4G), Bryce Bertuzzi (1G), Aiden Dell (1G) and Brendan Ice (1G). Bryton Neufeld was in net.

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Nailers downed The atom development Western Roofing Nailers dropped a pair of games on the weekend. Western Roofing lost 5-2 to the Vernon WolfPack at Valleyview Arena on Saturday, a day before losing 4-3 to the Kelowna Kings in the Little Apple on Sunday. Logan Stankoven (3G), Jacob Proulx (1G), Matthew Mariona (1G) and Harrison Ewert (2A) recorded points for the Nailers on the weekend. Adam Niles backstopped Western Roofing on Saturday, with Austin Krug taking over in the crease on Sunday.

As 2012 draws to a close, we would like to take the time to thank the Kamloops community for your patience as we prepare our Environmental Assessment Application for submission. Moving into 2013, our work will continue to focus on finalizing the baseline studies that form the foundation of our application; the application which will answer the questions you’ve been asking. We want to assure you that the consultation process is integral and relevant to the outcome of our Environmental Assessment Application. We are mindful of our responsibility to keep you apprised of our ongoing activities and developments and, as such, we feel it is important to inform you that we are planning to conduct drilling and ground surveying throughout the Project area. The information collected will be used as support for our Environmental Assessment Application. We will have staff and equipment working in the area and have notified the affected land-owners of where and how this work will be done. We are also coordinating our efforts with Kinder Morgan to ensure that the integrity of the local pipeline is maintained as we do this work. Drilling and surveying is expected to commence before year end and be completed in the spring of 2013. KGHM International is looking forward to further engaging local residents and other stakeholder groups in order to advance the Ajax Project in a way that will ensure we are making a positive contribution to the City of Kamloops and the Thompson Nicola Regional District. From all of us at KGHM International, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season and a joyful new year. We look forward to talking with you u ssoon. oon. Sincerely, KGHM International Ltd.

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Classics swim to ﬁrst-place ﬁnish The Kamloops Classic Swimming club hosted and won the 20th annual MJB Law Classic Invitational, which wrapped up on Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre. Highlighting the Classics’ results was Colin Gilbert, who set five new club records — in the 200m fly, 50m fly, 1,500m freestyle, 100m fly and 400m freestyle. Gilbert won every event he entered except the 1,500m free. In the 14-and-under boys’ division, Carel Ackermann set three new club records and won the 50m, 100m and 200m breaststroke events. His times were good enough to qualify for the Speedo Western Canadian Championships in February in Saskatoon. Three Kamloops swimmers — Megan

Dalke, Gabrielle Dagasso and Makena Sutherland — fared well in the 14-andunder girls’ division. Dalke set club records in the 800m freestyle and 200m individual medley. She also won the 200m and 400m freestyle and individual medley events. Dagasso won the 50m fly and 100m fly events, setting club records in the process. She achieved the qualifying standard required to compete at Westerns. Sutherland set a new club record in the 50m backstroke event. Dylana Milobar set new club records in the 50m and 100m backstroke in the 15-andover girls’ division, but just missed the qualifying standards required to reach the 2013 senior national championships —

which double as a qualification meet for the 2013 world championships. She won the 50m, 100m and 200m breaststroke events on the weekend. Cohen Freeze, competing in the 10-andunder boys’ division, won the 50m, 100m and 200m freestyle events. He qualified for the provincial AA championships in Surrey in February. In the 15-and-over boys’ division, Ben Branchflower won the 50m fly category and achieved the qualifying time required for the 2013 Canadian Age Group Championships in July in Montreal. In total, the Classics won 58 medals at the meet, which was attended by 560 swimmers from clubs across B.C. and Alberta. For more results, log on to kamloopsthisweek.com.

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Kamloops at 200: Your history In June and August, Kamloops This Week published two special editions to mark the 200th anniversary of the founding of our community. Whether you come from a family that

settled here a century ago or if you arrived last month, everyone has some kind of history with Kamloops. As part of KTW’s 200-year special publications, we asked readers for their history with

the city where the rivers meet. Today, we continue Your History, based on submissions we received. Future editions of KTW will include more Your History stories.

Some families followed the urge to Go West My grandparents’ hometowns stretch all across the country and, so, it has always fascinated me how and why people end up where they do. My grandfather Ken Terry was born in Barrie, Ont., while my grandmother, Evelyn (Blondie) Shep, was born in Spruce Grove, Alta. During the 1940s, they met and fell in love while he was stationed in Edmonton with the military. He was fortunate enough to travel across Canada and the United States playing professional baseball and hockey and often wrote love letters home to grandma, expressing interest in one day owning their own business. In the late 1940s, my grandparents moved to Kamloops after my grandfather was approached to play hockey for the Kamloops Elks. Their dream of being business owners was realized when they built and opened Terry’s Billiards at 57 Tranquille Rd. The opening ad read: “Another place of business added to the rapidly

expanding Village of North Kamloops.” I remember my grandfather saying he thought Kamloops would be a nice place to live because he thought it would always remain small due to being surrounded by all the mountains. My mom Ryvonne has said: “They weren’t here very long when dad said he wanted to stay and raise a family. “Kamloops must have left a huge impact on him, because he had been to so many places in Canada and the U.S. and could have lived anywhere. “He made some really good friends quickly and often said how much the climate influenced his decision. “I’m so glad they chose Kamloops.” Around 1960, Ken and Blondie owned and operated the first Dairy Queen in Kamloops, while Blondie became the Girl Guide commissioner. With such heavy community involvement, they forged friendships that would last decades. Sports has always been important in Kamloops — and is the reason Desiray Fenrick’s family moved to the River City. Kamloops Museum and Archives photo

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They eventually ended up settling just north of Kamloops in Barriere — this is where all of my childhood memories were made with them. Due to fate, luck or circumstance, Kamloops is the place my parents met, married and decided to stay, surrounded by loving family and good friends. My husband and I were born a day apart at Royal Inland Hospital, have known each other our entire lives and have purchased a home in the same neighbourhood where he was raised. For more than 60 years, Kamloops has created wonderful lasting memories for my family — and, no matter where time takes us, it will always be home. — Desiray Fenrick

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• Spectacular Laser Show • Enjoy a hot chocolate by the campfire • Uncle Chris The Clown • Santa Claus

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THURSDAY, December 20, 2012

Admission: Adults $11 / Seniors (65+) $9 Children (3-17) $7 ( GST not included ) / 2 & under free The British Columbia Wildlife Park is located 15 minutes east of Kamloops (exit 390 & 391 on the Trans Canada Highway) For more information please phone 250.573.3242 or visit our website at: www.bczoo.org

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DON’T HOLD BACK...TAKE A

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Vancouver rap battler Manik 1nderful will headline at The Dirty Jersey, 1200 Eighth St., on Friday, Jan. 4, at 9 p.m. Also on the bill are

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*Limited quantity While supplies last

Gift Pack Includes:

One Month Membership One Private Lesson Official Martial Arts Uniform One Pair of Fight Girl Gloves (very cool)

Sounds like country Melissa Endean brings her Kamloops Country Christmas to Pavilion Theatre on Friday, Dec. 21, to help her raise money to record Johnny Cash songs with the legendary singer’s son at the family studio in Nashville. Endean will be joined by family members and other Kamloops performers. Tickets are $18 and are available at the Kamloops Live Box Office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or at kamloopslive.ca.

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A coffee house to benefit the New Life Mission dental clinic will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, at Holy Family Church, 2797 Sunset Dr., from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission is by donation. The evening will feature food, beverages and awesome musical guests. For more information call Sheila Doherty at 250-374-5181.

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150 Oriole Rd, Kamloops BC Tel: 250-374-2411

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Winter is Almost Here!

Remote Car Starters

9 9 1 $ t a g n i t r a t s

ROCKING THE ISC This year wrapped up at Interior Savings Centre in a rocking-big way, with Ian Thornley and Big Wreck (right) opening for headliner Theory of a Deadman and its lead singer, Tyler Connolly (above). Next year will see Nelly Furtado (Jan. 11), The Tragically Hip (Jan. 20), Eric Church, (Feb. 2), the Canadian Tenors (Feb. 8) and Billy Talent (March 16) take the stage at the Lorne Street venue. Allen Douglas photos/ KTW

DETAILING • TINTING • ROCK GUARD • CAR AUDIO

250-372-2721

We Are Open Late!

Tobiano Is here into the NEW YEAR! Visit the Tobiano Golf Shop today at Sahali Centre Mall Nov. 29th till Jan 13th! Wrap up a gift you know the golfer in your family is going to love. Special golf & clothing packages ... great gift ideas!

Santa Arrives! December 1st to 23rd

Sahali Centre Mall convinced Santa to make an appearance to attend the Santa S Spirit Event at SantaLand inside the Mall. Families are invited to see Santa arrive at 1:30pm and take a professional picture with Santa and get some goodies from the North Pole.

Sahali Centre Mall is open late e very n ight b every night but Sundays until 9 pm u nt Dec 24th. 9pm until

It’s the holidays and we can’t get enough of our customers!

Christmas at Sahali Centre Mall! Mall Hours:

Early Dec Hours: Mon to Thurs 9:30 to 5:30, Fri open until 9pm*; Sat 9:30 to 5:30, Sun 12 noon to 5 PM. From Dec 12th to 22nd, open until 8 PM Mon to Thurs. *Only participating merchants will be open until 9pm, others close at 8pm.

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KAMLOOPS

THIS WEEK

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EYE ON COMMUNITY

Welcome to KTW’s Eye On Community page, where we showcase through the camera lens, positive events in Kamloops. If you have a photo of a charity donation, a grand-opening picture or other uplifting images, email them to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com, with “eye on community” in the subject line.

STRONG SUPPORT: Sharon Carrell (Kamloops YMCA-YWCA board president, on left) and Daniel Dallaire (Y Strong Kids Campaign chairwoman, on right) accept a donation from Kristy Thompson and Steve Gillis of Overtime Apparel and Promotions. The Y Strong Kids Campaign raises money to provide financial assistance to kids and families, enabling them to participate in Y programs like summer camp, swim lessons and family membership. For more information on the Y Strong Kids Campaign, go online to kamloopsy.org. SUNSATIONAL EFFORT: Sun Rivers residents and Sun Rivers staff members Matt Brooks and Brynn Gise (front centre) proudly represent Sun Rivers Resort Community with the 45 Christmas food hampers and 200-plus toys they have gathered to donate during the Yuletide season. LION-SIZED DONATION Lion Dennis Bartlett of the Valleyview Overlanders Lions Club presents a cheque for $3,000 to majors Wayne and Sharleen McTaggart of the Salvation Army to help with the Army’s various projects during the Christmas season.

GETTING A GOOD READ ON EMERALD CENTRE: The staff of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District library system’s Kamloops operations managed to raise $953 for the newly opened Emerald Centre shelter. Pictured from left: Library staffers Diane Norrie, Keely Nystoruk, Kathy Adams, Beverly Westerbym, Elizabeth Boytechko and Susan McCowan present Emerald Centre manager Charlene Eden with the cheque.

Since 1994 Walmart Canada & its associates have raised & donated more than

to support the to Breakfast Clubs of Canada in 2011. School breakfast programs help to level the playing ﬁeld for disadvantaged children, as well as for First Nations, Métis and Inuit children, giving them all an equal chance to grow and ﬂourish throughout life.

“

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THURSDAY, December 20, 2012

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LOCAL NEWS

ER doc promoted Dr. Todd Ring has been appointed emergency-services medical director for the Interior Health Authority (IHA). From 2008 to 2012, Ring was head of the emergency-medicine department at Royal Inland Hospital and a member of the IHA emergency-services network committee. He will continue to work as an emergency physician, traumateam leader and critical-care transport advisor at RIH. Since 2005, Ring has worked in general practice at the Kamloops Urgent-Care and Sun Peaks Health clinics. More recently, he was a simulation instructor for the IHA rural emergencymedicine simulation program. Ring is the team physician for the Kamloops Blazers Hockey Club, Canadian Alpine Ski Team and the Sun Peaks Emergency Medical Response Team. He has been involved as a physician member with many other sportsoriented teams.

In this

Season of

Giving...

The following businesses have donated 24 turkeys to the New Life Mission so that we can all enjoy a Merry Christmas!

Dr. Todd Ring is the new emergency-services medical director for the Interior Health Authority.

Walmart, Wine Kitz, Stumped Tree Service, Boomers Auto Centre, Check Mate Fire Prevention Inc., Stag’s Head Liquor Store, SaveOn-Foods, Whispers Adult Superstore, Gourmet Greens, Rowmac Orthopedic Services, Cathy McLeod, MP, Funk Signs, Butler Auto & RV Centre, Petland, Dairy Queen, Houle Electric, Akimbo Dance Studios, Cooper’s Foods, Peace of Mind Systems Ltd., & Kamloops Upholstery Ltd.

Home & Land Packages from $

299,900

• Well appointed, energy efﬁcient homes • Wonderful community • Close to amenities • Beautiful landscape plan • Quick access to Sunpeaks • Minutes to Kamloops Golf & Country Club • Flexible ﬁnancing • $10,000 government grant

Show Home Hours 11am - 4pm Wednesday - Sunday 1900 Ord Road • 250-573-2278

Happy Holidays! Kelly Hall , Jack Bell & Randy Schroeder from Kamloops This Week. Stan Dueck from the New Life Mission with David Blackmore & Shannon Weitzel of Save On Foods.

KOREAN BBQ/JAPANESE

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SUSHI & KOREAN BBQ Expires Dec. 31, 2012

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LOCAL NEWS DON’T

Bus schedule changes for Christmas holiday

OFFER ENDS JANUARY 2

2013 ELANTRA

DON’T

DAYS

PAYR

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2,000

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS‡

FRIENDS FRIENDS& &FAMILY FAMILY SELLING SELLING PRICE PRICE

WITH

†

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13,144 (5% down) $10,000 Grant $ 3,144 Net Down Payment • Well appointed, energy efﬁcient homes • Wonderful community • Bus service in front • Close to amenities Legal Fees Paid • Beautiful landscape plan Show Homes Move-in Ready • Community garden area Great Location • Flexible ﬁnancing $10,000 Home Buyers Grant • $10,000 government grant

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Quality, Affordable Living

ON SELECT MODELS

Buses will be on a reduced schedule through the Christmas season. There will be no service on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. There will be extended hours on New Year’s Eve, however, with buses continuing their runs to 12:40 a.m. Buses will follow the regular weekday schedule on Dec. 24 and the Sunday schedule on Dec. 26. Regular fares will be in effect throughout the holidays. For more information on Kamloops Transit, go online to bctransit.com/regions/kam or call 250376-1216.

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Valid December 1 - December 31, 2012

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY

DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER COMBO

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The members of the

International Brotherhood of

Electrical Workers Local 993

Looking forward to an exciting 2013

wish everyone a

Very Merry Christmas and all the best in the coming

New Year

Wishing You & Yours a Very Merry Christmas

Happy Holidays to our employees and community! www.newgold.com

From us at

SNOWMOBILE • MOTORCYCLE • ATV • WATERCRAFT

2051 East Trans Canada Hwy., Valleyview, Kamloops 250-374-3141 www.rtrperformance.com

Happy Holidays! from everyone at Zimmer Autogroup

250-374-1103

ZIMMERAUTOSPORT.COM

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Season’s Greetings I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all my past and future customers, I truly appreciate your valued business. I'd like to wish all of your family and friends a very Merry Christmas and all the best in 2013.

You won’t ﬁnd faster or friendlier service anywhere in the Interior! 1-800-352-9993 • 24 Hour Emergency Service

Tel: (250) 372-1772 • Fax: (250) 372-1789 733 Tagish St • Email: acumen@direct.ca • www.acumenmachine.com

A Very

to you! And a Happy New Year too!

Bruce Blair - Sales

Thank you for your patronage. We couldn’t have done it without you! 250-374-0084

ROBO

KAMLOOPS

24 HOUR SERVICE Fax: (250) 374-6322

Transport BC Ltd.

www.robotransport.com robotransport@shawbiz.ca

462 Dene Drive, Kamloops, BC V2H 1P4

CHRYSLER JEEP 1-866-374-4477 ~ 2525 E. TRANS CANADA HWY KAMLOOPS www.kamloopsdodge.com DL# 5044

Thank You! To my clients for helping me achieve another successful year in Real Estate.

Julieanne PuhalloBrown Best-West Realty Ltd.

My Promise — Dedication, Professionalism & A Clear Understanding of your Needs.

Your Kamloops Hometown Realtor tor

250.571.0355 ja-brown@shaw.ca

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SANTA CLAUS

PARADE

170 West Victoria St., Kamloops, BC V2C 1A4 Ph: 250.374.3232 • Toll Free: 1.877.374.3232

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Saturday, December 1st • 6:00 PM Sunday, December 2nd • 12:00 PM Noon

Watch CFJC TV!

Mine Construction Maintenance Industrial Commercial

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Watch CFJC TV7 on Bell ExpressVu Channel 259 or Star Choice Channel 309

Telus Optik Channel 692

Thank you! for all your support in 2012 and wishing everyone a Joyous Holiday Season and Happy New Year! FINANCING AVAILABLE!

Main Store 745 Notre Dame Drive Kamloops, BC V2C 5N8 Phone: (250) 851-8700

Car Audio 154 Victoria Street W Kamloops, BC V2C 1A4 Phone: (250) 314-9944

Cellular 2008-1320 W. Trans Canada Highway Kamloops, BC V1S 1J2 Phone: (250) 377-8880

Cellular 450 Lansdowne St, Kamloops BC V2C 1Y3 Phone Number: 250-377-8007

Andre’s Telus Business Centre 300 St. Paul St, Kamloops BC V2C-3P1 Phone Number: 250-377-3773

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At the close of another year, we gratefully pause to wish you a warm and happy Holiday Season and a peaceful and prosperous New Year.

May the spirit of Christmas shine in your heart and light up your days, just as your visits have brightened ours. Thanks for your support over the years! All the very best for 2013.

Kamloops Recycled Truck & Auto Parts 600 West Athabasca Street, Kamloops • 250-828-2030

Wishing you all the joys of the Holiday Season and a Happy New Year! Merry Christmas from R E A D Y - M I X

Sam’s

L T D .

SAND GRAVEL PRODUCTS • FORM RENTALS • REINFORCING STEEL • CONCRETE ACCESSORIES • FIBER MESH

Custom Cabinets & Vanities Specializing In All Styles Of Cabinetry & Millwork

KAMLOOPS

MERRITT

250-372-5124

250-378-5121

1420 Chief Louis Way Kamloops V2H 1J8 Fax: 372-0238

Residential & Commerial See Us Today For That New Look!

1301 Nicola Ave. Merritt V1K 1H3 Fax: 378-9700

457B DENE DRIVE (BESIDES RIVER CITY ROCK PRODUCTS) TEL: 250-372-3577 • FAX: 250-374-3530

Glover’s Medicine Centre Pharmacy

Your Compounding Specialists

• Hormone Replacement • Pain Management • Veterinary Medicine • Vitamins • Herbal Products • Home Care Products • First Aid Products • Blister Packing • Free city wide delivery

As the old year wanes, And the New Year is bright ahead I pause to say, Many thanks To my valued customers For the past year,

“At Glover’s Medicine Centre Pharmacy, we’re committed to serving our community by tailoring health solutions to patient needs, and this Holiday season, we want to say

And Best Wishes for a Healthy and Happy New Year!!

Grant Dolson

KAMLOOPS

Happy Holidays!

• Open Mon-Fri 9-5:30, Sat. 10-3. Closed Sundays & Holidays

and Season’s Greetings to all of our customers and friends.” Aaron Glover, owner/pharmacist

CHRYSLER JEEP

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Spending Christmas at Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria takes a person back to another time (above). Nearby Hatley Castle is another edifice from another era that sparkles with signs of Christmas. Margaret Deefholts photos

Celebrating a true Victorian Christmas By Margaret Deefholts SPECIAL TO KTW travelwriterstales.com

AM STANDING at the entrance to a splendid castle, its fireplace decorated with boughs of mistletoe, its hallway aglow with lights and its grand staircase banisters wreathed in garlands of holly. In the dining room, distinguished guests converse across an elegantly set dining table. The women wear silk gowns, their diamond necklaces winking in the light of candelabra centrepieces. The men sport mutton-chop moustaches and sideburns. A child’s laughter echoes faintly from one of the upstairs rooms. The ghosts of Christmases past still linger in the rooms of Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria and, although these guests at their Christmas banquet are figments of my imagination, the castle still celebrates this most joyous of all seasons by donning a mantle of dazzling Yuletide finery. Craigdarroch Castle was completed in 1890 by coal baron Robert Dunsmuir, who spared no

expense in furnishing his stately mansion with stained-glass windows, oil paintings and lavish Victorian furnishings. The family history, depicted in photos, memorabilia and information panels in the exhibit room on the second floor, traces the lives of Robert and Joan Dunsmuir, their 10 children and some of their grandchildren. Today, in the drawing room on the entrance floor, I watch a small girl looking round-eyed at a Christmas tree surrounded by antique toys, its branches arrayed in red ribbons, bows and silver ornaments. In Joan Dunsmuir’s first-floor sitting room, the mantelpiece adorned with pine cones and boughs of holly draws an admiring “ah” from a group of Japanese visitors. Hatley Castle, built by James Dunsmuir — the sole surviving son of Robert and Joan — is also in festive Christmas attire and the entrance hall is cheery, with twin Christmas trees flanking a fireplace. Festoons of evergreen boughs intertwined with poinsettias and twinkling

lights lie across the mantelpiece. Hatley Castle is haunted by ghosts of its past. The family was cursed with tragedy: James Dunsmuir’s second son was killed in the First World War and his daughters were a strange and wild lot. There are reports of eerie supernatural occurrences for which there are no straightforward explanations. I wonder whether one of the unhappy spirits inhabiting Hatley is the alcoholic Dola, (James’ youngest daughter), whose brief, unsuccessful marriage gave way to an intimate, lifelong relationship with actress Tallulah Bankhead. Leaving Victoria’s past and returning to its present, I stroll the corridors of the Empress Hotel to admire a display of 60 or more exquisitely decorated Christmas trees which are part of their annual Festival of Trees celebration. Sponsored by local businesses and organizations the Festival raises funds for the B.C. Children’s Hospital — a fitting way to commemorate the birth of a Child born over two millennia ago, whose

message of love and compassion lives on today. No trip to Victoria at Christmas time would be complete without an after-dark visit to the Butchart Gardens, decked out in shimmering Christmas splendour. Visitors gaze at silver-spangled trees, will-o’-the-wisp lights flickering through the bushes, avenues of lighted archways, ginger-bread type houses, and dancing “snow flakes” powdering the trees. The Butchart’s theme of the Twelve Days of Christmas, is an entry into an enchanted world. First up is the partridge in a pear tree, followed shortly after by two turtle doves nestling together and so on. Particularly charming, however, are three French hens cavorting under a lighted Eiffel Tower and five golden rings floating on a lake and eight graceful maids a-milking. Around a corner, a carousel with nursery rhyme and storybook heroines twirls to the strains of music from the Nutcracker Suite and I pause to watch three children gleefully identifying their favourite Mother

Goose characters. At the end of my tour through fantasyland, I listen to a hearty rendition of Christmas favourites by a four-piece brass band. But, the evening isn’t over yet. Under the gaze of 12 drummers marching overhead — courtesy of the Inn at Laurel Point, which has hosted my visit to the Butchart Gardens — I lift a mug of steaming hot, satiny-smooth eggnog, laced with an out-ofthis-world combination of run and spices and drink a toast to Victoria’s ghosts of Christmases past and to its magical spirit of Christmas present.

If you go • The Inn at Laurel Point is the epitome of elegance and attentive personalized service. For more information, go online to laurelpoint.com. • Information on Craigdarroch Castle can be found online at craigdarrochcastle. com. Check out its Christmas entertainment programme schedule in the left-hand column, thecastle.ca/blog/planyour-visit/christmasat-craigdarroch.

• Hatley Castle is located on the grounds of Royal Roads Military College and Royal Roads University. Detailed information (including a map and entrance rates) is online at hatleycastle. com. • For information on Butchart

Gardens, go online to butchartgardens.com/ planning-your-visit/ the-5-seasons/christmas.html.

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These churches would like to invite you to join them in celebrating the reason for the season

The Christmas child-son nexus By Narayan Mitra SPECIAL TO KTW

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For many of us who have travelled the road to Bethlehem through reading or ‘seeing’ the narrative, it is a familiar journey. But, we can never exhaust meaning. There is a familiarity that breeds contempt. Never is this true of the Christmas story. This is a familiarity that awakens interest, heightens hope and strengthens faith. The prophetic words of Isaiah, “Unto us a child is born,” have been fulfilled in the birth of Christ. The divine significance of His birth has inspired not only the theology of the church, but its most deeply moving music. We are always thrilled with Handel’s Messiah as the chorus sings exultantly, “Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given.” This was an unusual child. The stories of His birth, marked by singing angels, adoring shepherds, wise men who came to worship Him guided by a star, are the most beautiful and haunting ever told about the birth of anyone. We know that He was an unusual child because He went on to become an unusual man. No life ever lived on this planet has been so influential in the affairs of men. The continuing influence of His life comes from the fact that through Him God has given us the fullest revelation of His nature, His will, His purpose for mankind. At least two truths grow out of the revelation of His birth: Such an extraordinary life could have come to us in such an ordinary fashion! What seems more ordinary or commonplace than the birth of a baby? Thousands of babies are born daily in all parts of the world. Yet, God must have used some extraordinary means to produce so extraordinary a person. If it is so, did God want us to see that there is something potentially extraordinary about things we take for granted? Be that as it may, there can be no doubt that God came in One who was made “in all things . . . like unto His brethren” (Heb. 2:17). He had to be made like His ‘brothers’ in every way in order that He might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God. The second truth suggested by the birth of this Child is the unpredictable possibilities that may be hidden in the most unpromising circumstances. Jesus’ birth was an event which prophets had foretold and for which people had looked expectantly. Now they came to “see the thing which is come to pass” (Luke 2:15). And what did they see?

Kamloops Evangelical Free Church 1132-8th Street • 250-376-9365

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“A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.” The prophet had said, “His name shall be called wonderful, counselor, the mighty God, the everlasting Father, the prince of peace” (Isaiah 9:6). But, there was nothing in what the adoring shepherds or the wise men saw to give the slightest hint of all these. They saw a little baby — no different from any other Hebrew children. What an unimpressive discovery! What an unpromising fulfillment to man’s long cherished hopes!! Ah, but this child was born to remind us how much can come from how little and what unpredictable possibilities may lie in most unlikely places or people. This should help us correct our judgments. Too often we are impressed by earthquake, wind, and fire — the noisy and the big and the bizarre. But, we miss the still small voice, the sound of gentle stillness. Yet, more often than not, events which have seemed too trivial to be mentioned have been full with world-shaking possibilities of which we never dreamed. Christmas reminds us that we may be misled if we evaluate life by its size, its noise, its pomp. Meanwhile, there may be some movement, some idea, some vision that stirs men’s souls, unnoticed and unpublicized, that will live on and do its creative work when the tumult and the shouting dies. May our Christmas journey this year be guided by the prophetic words, “Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given.” It is to such a faith in God, who moves in mysterious way His wonders to perform, that Christmas 2012 is calling us.

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Commercial Transportation Mechanic School District No. 73 has an opening for a part-time Commercial Transportation Mechanic in Kamloops. Hours of work will vary. The incumbent must be qualiďŹ ed at the Journeyman level as a commercial vehicle mechanic, be proďŹ cient in all aspects of repair and maintenance to vehicles, and be able to work with minimal supervision. The successful applicant should possess a Class 2 Drivers License with Air Brake Endorsement, Commercial Transport CertiďŹ cate and Inspector Authorization CertiďŹ cate. Preference will be given to individuals with ďŹ ve (5) yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in engine and transmission electronic controls and other computerized systems. Written applications outlining experience and qualiďŹ cations should be forwarded by 12:00 p.m. on Monday, December 31, 2012 to: Sharlene Bowers, Director of Human Resources School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) 1383 Ninth Avenue Kamloops BC V2C 3X7 E-mail to sbowers@sd73.bc.ca or fax: (250) 372-1183

School District No. 73 KAMLOOPS/THOMPSON

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Bus Dispatcher, Kamloops School District No. 73 has an opening for a full time dispatcher in Kamloops. This position reports to the Manager of Transportation and is required to schedule and dispatch the school bus drivers. The duties include the ďŹ lling of relief trips, booking ďŹ eld trips, driversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; payroll, designing and implementing school bus routes. This position requires maintaining effective working relationships with the public, other board employees as well as various outside agencies. The successful applicant must possess effective problem solving skills along with the ability to supervise and direct other employees and must be able to work with minimal direction. The candidate should be proďŹ cient in both Microsoft Excel and Word as well as the ability to work with various software programs. Previous dispatch experience would be a deďŹ nite asset. If you have the above qualiďŹ cations, please submit written applications by 12:00 p.m. on Monday, December 31, 2012 to: Sharlene Bowers, Director of Human Resources School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) 1383 Ninth Avenue Kamloops BC V2C 3X7 E-mail to sbowers@sd73.bc.ca or fax: (250) 372-1183

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School Programs Coordinator The Kamloops Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is hiring a School Programs Coordinator to implement the Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart fundraising programs within the Kamloops area ofÂżce. Overall responsibility is to meet event revenue and sales goals in the Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart events during the current school year. The position will run to the end of June 2013 at approximately 25 to 30 hours per week with a rehire start date of September 2013 to June 2014.

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Eagle West Truck & Crane Inc. is currently accepting resumes for Crane Operator for our Kamloops & Kelowna Operations. We are a Non - Union Company Offering Employees a Competitive Wage & BeneďŹ ts Package.

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780725-4430 Resident caretaker position for established well run mobile home park North Shore ideal for semi retired person/couple. Some experience required. Excellent ofďŹ ce skills and general construction experience an asset Fax 604-925-2292 or email sunnysideheights@ telus.net

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FSBO....MUST SELL!!! 2400 sqft. fully ﬁnished 4bdrm 4bth Townhouse with all appliances. Beautiful and modern in desirable Batchelor Heights. A steal at $315,900.00 For photos see ad in Kijiji. Ad ID 437628987 Call 780-224-3999 No realtors please.

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

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Townhouses 2BDRM + den, Sahali f/s/w/d, City View, Avail now $1100/mo +util (250) 318-4756

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Suites, Lower 1Bdrm downtown N/P N/S includes all utils & digital cable $720/mth Nov 1 250-374-6122 1BDRM Sep. Entr. Shared Lndry. N/S N/P $700/mo+DD+ ref’s, util. incl. Brock 554-2228 1BDRM South Shore remodeled priv prking W/D N/S N/P $950 Avail Jan 15th 579-2066 2bdrm Batchelor Heights n/p, n/s, util incl, prt ent, $750 (250) 376-5052 2BdrmfurnW/D N/SN/P near bus TRU $1300(util,wireless incl) avail Mar 1,250-819-1373 2 Bdrm in Sahali avail immed $900mo util incl, no laundry 250-318-4756, 250-828-1900 2bdrm. N. Shore. $900 incl. hydro & gas. NP NS. New reno 250-371-4893 2BDRM NShore daylight, cls sch/bus, ns/np util incl. ref $850 250-819-6158 / 778-4700057 Available immediately!

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26’ pull type 1999 Mallard trailer slps 6, lrg awning, a/c , solar panel + extras $9,000 (250) 376-6918

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2004 Ford Adventurer 20ft Class C motorhome fully loaded $26,000 250-372-9405

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2bdrm Brock, great view & lrg deck. w/d, util incl + cab and internet . $1200/mo No dogs! Refs (250) 319-9873 2 bdrm VV on lrg fenced lot, near all ammenities, $1050mo Sylvia avail Jan 1 828-2385 Merritt walk to sch/shop new reno 4bdrm 3bth avail immd n/s, n/p $1100 (604) 534-2748 WESTMOUNT 3bdrm +den rec rm Fnc’d yd. W/D F/S N/P N/S fresh paint 1800sq ft $1250/mo+util Refs DD Avail immediately 250-554-9409

DOWNTOWN motel rooms avail, 1 or 2 beds. All util, parking & internet incl. Starting @ $750/mo kitchenette rooms also available 250-372-7761 Large new home in Brock very bright wd avail, wiﬁ and util incl seniors and students also welcome n/s n/p, (250) 376-3305

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NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W0314 • Portion of the NW 1/4 Sec 25, TP 17, R18, W6M, KDYD • Portion of the SW 1/4 Sec 35, TP17, R18, W6M, KDYD • Portion of the W 1/2 Sec 36, TP 17 R 18, W6M, KDYD Please be advised that Agnes Jackson is proposing to remove 150 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0314 located in the vicinity of Droppingwater Creek and Long Lake Road. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Atlas Information Management Ltd. c/o John Childerley, RPF at 101-1383 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC V2C 6K7 by January 7, 2013. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting John Childerley, RPF.

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Trucks & Vans 1983 F350 Ford camper van low mileage new tires, runs good $3500 250-377-0892 1997 GMC Safari SLX Van AWD pwr Braun Wheel Chair Lift $12,000 (250) 374-6138 2003 F150 Ford 4X4, 161000 kms, fully-loaded, w/canopy, $8900 obo 250-554-0175 2006 Toyota Tacoma (silver) 29,000km auto very clean truck $14,500 (250) 828-0225 96 GMC 4x4 3/4ton club cab 161270km wired for trailer, a/c, c/d, canopy incl, new battery $9,000 (250) 376-6918

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Legal Notices

THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE Committee Appointments The Thompson-Nicola Regional District invites applications from those persons interested in serving the Regional District on the following Committees. The positions are strictly voluntary in nature, with only expenses payable. Applicants must reside or own property in the service area administered by the Committee. Appointments will be made at a future Board of Directors meeting, and all terms will expire on December 31, 2013 with the exceptions noted in this advertisement. Blackpool Fire Protection Committee – Three (3) members, residing in the Blackpool Fire Protection Service Area. Invasive Plant Committee (one year term) - One (1) member residing in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, and one (1) member who is in good standing of a society incorporated under the Society Act, that has as its primary purpose the protection of the environment or the encouragement of anti-pollution measures. Pritchard Fire Protection Committee – Two (2) members from Electoral Area “L” and one (1) member from Electoral Area “P”. Regional Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee (PMAC) –Ten (10) members, of which four (3) members’ terms expire in 2012. Members are to reflect the geography, demography and political organization of the plan area, a balance between technical and non-technical interests, and continuity with the public advisory committee, if possible, through inclusion of members of the committee who have experience gained in development of the plan. Thompson Headwaters Services Committee – Four (4) members, two residing in Avola, and two residing in Blue River. Thompson-Nicola Film Commission - Nine (9) members. Vavenby Fire Protection Committee – Two (2) members, residing in the Vavenby Fire Protection Service Area. Wells Gray Country Services Committee – Three (3) members, residing or owning property in Electoral Area “A” (Wells Gray Country). For additional information on each Committee, please visit www.tnrd.ca Persons interested in serving the Thompson-Nicola Regional District in any of the above noted capacities are requested to forward a brief resume indicating the committee on which they wish to serve, as well as why they are interested in such an appointment, by Friday, January 4, 2013. Liz Cornwell Corporate Officer / Manager of Legislative Services #300, 465 Victoria Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9 Phone (250) 377-8673/1-877-377-8673 (toll free in BC) Fax (250) 372-5048 Email: lcornwell@tnrd.ca

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Commercial Vehicles

FOR SALE Toyota Forklift • • • • •

Model 42-6FG18 Max lift 3500lbs. Older model. Seller motivated. Sold to best offer.

Call 250-374-0462

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Call 374-7467 for details

FRI, SAT & NEW YEAR’S EVE 9PM - 3AM

Plan Ahead for a Safe Ride Home. 250.372.5110 Let Rudy take the Wheel. Operation Red Nose

Treat yourself to a safe ride home this holiday season. PacificSport Interior BC is hosting OPERATION RED NOSE again in Kamloops. Motorists who have had a drink or who simply do not feel fit to drive their own vehicles can phone Operation Red Nose and a team of three volunteers will pick you up and drive you in your own vehicle home.

Motorists sit comfortably and safely with a designated RED NOSE driver and volunteer navigator. The escort vehicle drives the Operation Red Nose team to other clients or back to the headquarters. The service is free and confidential, however, donations are accepted and will go towards amateur sport right here in our own community.

OPERATION RED NOSE WILL BE RUNNING ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Friday Nov. 30, Saturday Dec. 1 Friday Dec. 7, Saturday Dec. 8

Friday Dec. 14, Saturday Dec. 15 Friday Dec. 21, Saturday Dec. 22

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Friday Dec. 28, Saturday Dec, 29 Monday Dec. 31

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO VOLUNTEER CALL: 250.320.0650

Please Don’t Drink & Drive!

Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday from the team at Tenisci Piva 261A Victoria Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2A1

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