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PRICELESS EXCHANGE RATE: Exchange students from Quebec joined Westsyde secondary students in exploring the Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park while historian Jackie Sevec detailed the history of the pit house, a dwelling commonly used by First Nations in the 19th century. The visiting exchange students from Quebec are taking part in various activities in the Kamloops area during their seven-day visit. Also on the agenda were visits to the Highland Valley Copper mine, the McQueen Lake Environmental Centre and the Big Little Science Centre, along with curling on McArthur Island rink, tubing at Harper Mountain and enjoying Western Canada Theatre’s production of The Silent Chap. Dave Eagles/KTW

City mulls Shaw plan to offer free wiﬁ service By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

Shoppers on Victoria Street downtown and visitors to some Kamloops parks and city buildings could soon have access to free wifi without having to duck into the nearest coffee shop. City council will today (Feb. 25) consider a proposal from Shaw Communications that would see the company install 74 wifi modems in city buildings and on

selected light poles. Tony Klancar, the city’s IT manager, said 32 of the modems would be placed in public buildings, such as the Tournament Capital Centre and Interior Savings Centre. The remaining 42 modems would be placed in outdoor locations. “It’s mostly in places where people gather,” Klancar said, naming the city’s main downtown street as one site identifed for the

proposed wifi hotspots. Shaw and the city both have existing community wifi programs in Kamloops. Shaw has various hotspots downtown that can only be accessed by the company’s customers. The city has about 30 free wifi hotspots of its own in various buildings, but a report by Klancar to council notes the system is sometimes over capacity when major events — Kamloops Blazers

games or concerts at ISC, for instance — are taking place. “During large events, upwards of 1,000 simultaneous connections can be requested, which overloads the system,” Klancar said in the report. If too many people connect, the city’s other web-dependant services, including dispatch for Kamloops Fire Rescue, could become overwhelmed. Shaw’s plan would allow the city to offer broader coverage

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RUNNING COMMENTARY with Jo Berry

It’s time to Boogie, folks

HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR NEW sponsors — CFJC-TV and Kamloops This Week. Community health happens because of your commitment to taking the message, “Movement is change,” to the broader audience. Kamloops, Boogie is for you. May it open a new world and bring you joy. Remember when you were a child and looked at life in wonder and awe? When you rode a bike, walked to a friend’s house or ran around the school field, life — and movement — was magical. Responsibilities, problems and difficulties take their toll as adults and may have stopped us from moving — and the CFJC-TV Boogie The Bridge wants to bring it back into your life. No matter your age, body shape or circumstance, we provide a supportive program. We’re encouraging Kamloopsians to move for the sheer pleasure of moving. It starts with a non-competitive training program on March 9 and March 11 and ends with a 5-, 10or 21-kilometre walk or run on Sunday, April 27. Over the past three decades, obesity rates in Canada have tripled. Today, almost one in three Canadians are overweight. Sitting is the new smoking — and Boogie offers a non-intimidating, non-competitive, doable program for busy lives. Each Tuesday, Kamloops This Week will have the Boogie program printed and ready for you. Cut it out and put it on your fridge. Get your runners out of the closet, set a Boogie goal, gather your friends, family and colleagues and prepare for your training. Join our official program online at runclub.ca and have fun along the way. Let’s do this together, Kamloops — Boogie on. To register: Register online at boogiethebridge.com Register in person at the Tournament Capital Centre or Save On Foods.

DAVE EAGLES I recently read an infographic on Olympic hockey goalies posted on Twitter by CBC Kamloops and one stat caught my attention. I share the same weight as Czech netminder Ondrej Pavelec, the heaviest player of the Olympic bunch. “Hey,” I said to myself. “Cool — I share something in common with a world-class, hockey player.” It had nothing to do with skills, fitness, muscle mass — or, especially, his salary. I can stand to lose a few pounds. My doctor, Jason O’Connell, has reminded me that men over 50 should raise their heart rate and sweat at least 30 minutes a day. Burn the calories, he says. Netflix isn’t helping. I’d rather give into the temptation of dinner and a movie than toss on a coat for a wintry walk. I tried playing squash with KTW editor Christopher Foulds and sports writer Marty Hastings a few months back. My love for the game returned as fast as the bruises and sore muscles did. That said, it’s my year. I really don’t like large crowds — or running, for that matter. But, I can enjoy walking, even jogging — it reminds me of the 1980s, a decade I quite liked minus the sweat bands, short shorts and Richard Simmons videos. So, here’s to joining the cause. No camera around my neck. No fancy running gear. Just an honest effort.

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CECILE MCVITTIE From very beginner to half-marathoner – how did you get there as a runner? My journey has been a slow one. In my beginner days, I would look at the 10-kilometre runners and couldn’t imagine being that fit. Over the first few years, I kept telling myself it was hard to run more than five or six minutes at a time. Since 2010, I’ve tried taking things in small steps. First walk, then walk faster. Zumba, then learn to play hockey. Run a fivekilometre run, then a 10-kilometre, then hockey camp, then a sprint triathlon, then a half-marathon. I don’t tell myself I can’t anymore. I try to find goals to meet, people to support me and to have as much fun as possible. My goals for this year include four half-marathons and the sprint triathlon. I’m also giving back in gratitude, as a Run Club coach, helping organize Sa-Hali secondary’s Boogie Team and serving on the Boogie committee. My advice for those who think they could never do this? If you say you can’t do it — it will be true. The only way to change your life is to believe you can, then make small changes with an end goal in mind. I decided my goal was, in part, to get fit and lose 100 pounds. I didn’t reach 100, but I did get to 90.

ARJUN SINGH I never expected I would run again — not that I couldn’t. I was in my comfort zone going for occasional walks. My one term in cross-country running in high school, I thought, would be my last. The problem was, though, I was really overweight and, as I look back, I felt crappy physically. I like keeping busy and felt unable to keep up with my schedule. I am fortunate Jo Berry asked me to write a column about training for the 2012 Boogie the Bridge — the catch was that I would have to train. I had no idea what to expect when I went to my first Boogie training session. I was thankful for the easy start and gradual progression. For the five-kilometre training, we started with four minutes walking and one-minute jogging. The jogging could be at my own pace because no one is ever left behind. The folks at the front circle back and pick you up. Each week, we jogged a bit more and walked a bit less. Being in a totally supportive group environment made the transition a lot easier. The past two years, I have been a pretty consistent club member. I’ve run twice along with a host of other events. I’m training to run a half-marathon for this year’s Boogie. Physically, I feel great and my weight is down. We have an incredibly supportive group of run clubbers. If I can do this, almost anybody can.

KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK: RUNCLUB PLAYWORK GROUP GOAL WARM-UP

Walkers

Beginners

10k Runners

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5k Boogie run

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Walking warm up of five minutes

Walking warm up of ten minutes

PLAYWORK

1) Walk easy for 20 minutes, then power walk for for 30. Total 50 minutes 2) Walk easy for 15 minutes, then power walk for for 20. Total 50 minutes 3) Walk easy for 20 minutes, then power walk for for 30. Total 50 minutes

1) Walk for 4 minutes, then run 1) Walk for 2 minutes, then for 2 minutes. Repeat 7 times. run for 6 minutes. Repeat six Total 42 minutes times, and add 10 minute 2) Walk for 4 minutes, then run walk. Total 58 minutes for 2 minutes. Repeat 5 times. 2) Walk for 2 minutes, then Total 30 minutes run for 6 minutes. Repeat six 3) Walk for 4 minutes, then run times. Total 48 minutes for 2 minutes. Repeat 6 times. 3) Walk for 2 minutes, then Total 36 minutes run for 6 minutes. Repeat six times, and add 5 minute walk. Total 53 minutes

1) Walk for 2 minutes, then run 1) Walk for 2 minutes, then for 8 minutes. Repeat 7 times. run for 8 minutes. Repeat 11 Total 70 minutes times. Total 110 minutes 2) Walk for 2 minutes, then run 2) Walk for 2 minutes, then run for 8 minutes. Repeat 5 times. for 8 minutes. Repeat 6 times. Total 50 minutes Total 60 minutes 3) Walk for 2 minutes, then run 2) Walk for 2 minutes, then run for 8 minutes. Repeat 6 times. for 8 minutes. Repeat 7 times. Total 60 minutes Total 70 minutes

COOLDOWN

Ten minutes walking cool down & stretching

TIPS

Proper, supportive shoes are important for your health. Visit a specialty running store for the proper shoe for your foot type and power walking.

Keep moving! Take the pressure off! Walk more when you need to. Relax your body. Take your time. You’re doing great!

Proper footwear is very important. Make sure you are in a running shoe from a specialty running shoe store.

Form is about relaxing your body, arms and neck. Make sure you are as relaxed as possible when moving.

Half-marathon Boogie program is based on increasing the distance safely each week (running) and also incorporating one or two days of cross-training

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BOXED IN Closures of the Coquihalla Highway and Highway 1 on Friday, Feb. 21, led to trucking double capacity at the Kamloops Travel Centre at Copperhead Drive and Versatile Drive on the city’s west side. A staffer said it was the busiest the truck stop had been in at least three years. The highways were closed due to an avalanche and a serious accident. Both reopened on the weekend, though the Coquihalla will again be closed today (Feb. 25) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for avalanche-control work. Motorists are urged to go online to drivebc.ca for updates on conditions before leaving Kamloops. Dave Eagles/KTW

Jail urged for hockey coach who preyed on player By Cam Fortems STAFF REPORTER

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The Crown has urged a B.C. Supreme Court justice to send to jail a female hockey coach who sexually preyed on a player, calling it a breach of trust and victimization of a child. A sentence hearing was held on Friday, Feb. 21, in Kamloops and will continue at a later date. Both the offender, in her early 40s, and the victim are females. A publication ban prevents publishing details that would reveal identity of the victim. The woman has pleaded guilty to sexual interference of a person under 16 and sexual exploitation. Prosecutor Don Mann said the relationship between the two started at the beginning of the hockey season in 2010, when the victim and her friend saw the woman coaching. They urged her to become a

coach with their hockey team. “They’d observed her skill at the time,” Mann told B.C. Supreme Court Justice Hope Hyslop as he outlined the beginning of a yearlong relationship between coach and player. While the offender, who has a long hockey background, initially declined, some time later the girl’s father reported he had found an assistant — who turned out to be the same woman. The Crown has asked for a nineto 12-month jail sentence, followed by probation. Defence lawyer Michelle Stanford has argued for 90 days in jail on weekends or six months in jail, arguing the offence would have called for a conditional sentence before the Conservative government changed the law. The minimum sentence under the Criminal Code is now 45 days. Calling her a “damaged woman who made a colossal mistake,” Stanford said the offender was psy-

chologically troubled because she was coming out as a gay woman, an admission her parents regarded as evil. “She wanted her to succeed in hockey and to assist [the girl],” Stanford said of her client. “It became an albeit illegal, but mostly beneficial, relationship to both. Unfortunately for [the offender)], it was illegal.” During the first few months of the hockey season, the two became closer. Mann said the girl was confused about her sexuality at the time, a fact exploited by the offender. “The offender became a role model to the victim. She’d assisted her in training and believed in her as a player,” Mann said. Eventually, the two started texting and calling one another. “They had discussions regarding school, hockey and eventually regarding sexuality,” Mann said. “The parents didn’t know anything about this.”

The two began to attend movies and Kamloops Blazers games. Mann said the parents agreed to the outings, believing the offender was a role model. But, Mann said, the offender told the player not to tell her parents about their budding relationship. The pair kissed about a month-and-a-half after meeting and, by November 2010, the offender was having sexual relations with the girl. “She was treated as part of the family,” Mann said. “She frequented her residence. The parents placed significant trust in her.” Through the year and into 2011, the pair had “countless sexual encounters,” Mann said. Their encounters included trips to tournaments, where the two would sleep in the same bed, sometimes in the same hotel room as the victim’s parents. On one occasion, three girls, including the victim, asked to sleep in the offender’s room. The two shared the same bed.

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The offender also said if the victim were of age, “she’d take her away and marry her,” Mann said. The woman was set to be sentenced on Friday, but defence objected to a pre-sentence report prepared by a probation officer that found the woman had no remorse. Stanford said it contains errors and she wants to cross-examine the official who prepared it. The two sides also differed on whether the sexual relationship continued into the fall of 2011 after ceasing in the summer. Evidence may be called relating to those facts. Mann said the victim broke off the sexual relationship when the offender became involved in a relationship with another woman. The girl later wrote a suicidal poem. The girl eventually reported the relationship to a counsellor and to her mother. It was reported to police in May 2012.

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KTW ﬁnalist for newspaper of the year

TUNED IN AT THE LIBRARY Grandfather Rollie Barnes helps his two-year-old grandson Lucas Van Joff learn the Shark Attack action song during a recent Tiny Tunes session at the Kamloops Library. Tiny Tunes and other children’s programs are available at both Kamloops library branches. For dates and times, go online to tnrdlib.ca. Dave Eagles/KTW

Kamloops This Week is a finalist for newspaper of the year in the 2014 B.C. Yukon Community Newspaper Association’s Ma Murray Awards. KTW is one of three newspapers in B.C. and the Yukon vying for the award in the second-largest circulation class in the competition. Also named as finalists for newspaper excellence are the Vancouver Courier and the Peace Arch News of White Rock. KTW reporter Andrea Klassen is also a finalist in the Ma Murray Awards. Klassen’s story, Sisterly Love: Is sibling city bond worth the investment?, is one of three stories in contention for the business-writing award. Also nominated are Don Bodger of the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial and Sarah Simpson of the Cowichan Valley Citizen. Winners and runners-up will be announced on April 26 at the BCYCNA Awards Gala at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond.

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The city would provide power for the modems, at a cost of about $1,100 per year. Alternatively, the city could charge Shaw a small fee — about $16,000 a year — to access its facilities, but the company would also bar non-Shaw customers from using the hotspots. Klancar said by going with the free-for-all model, the city will

be able to move its own modems to areas the company won’t be covering, or repurpose some of them for internal use. “It’s an exciting proposal,” he said. “It’s something a lot of citizens have wanted.” Shaw has made similar proposals to communities across Western Canada. In B.C., Kelowna and Vernon have taken the company up on the free hotspots, while Nanaimo plans to charge the company for access.

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Logan Lake prepares for life without a doctor By Barrie Ogden editor@kamloopsthisweek.com

After almost five years with the Logan Lake Health Centre, Dr. Uzair Sheik will leave on Friday, Feb. 28, as he and his family prepare to return to Africa, where he hopes to build a new clinical practice similar to the one he is leaving behind. Sheikâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pending departure will leave Logan Lake without a family doctor. The Interior Health Authority was scheduled to hold public meeting last night (Feb. 24) to update residents on the physician situation in the town of 2,000 about 45 minutes southwest of Kamloops. Health Minister Terry Lake was expected to be at the meeting. KTW will

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the members of The Kamloops Heat Soccer Club will be held on March 11, 2014 at 200-121 St. Paul Street, Kamloops, BC at the hour of 6:00 pm for the purpose of: 1. Receiving and reviewing the Ă&#x20AC;nancial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013; 2. Electing directors; and 3. Transacting such further and other businesses as may properly come before the meeting.

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have coverage online at kamloopsthisweek. com and in the next edition of the newspaper. Logan Lake Acting Mayor Robin Smith said the IHA has informed her that, as of March 1, the emergency department at the health centre will remain closed due to

the lack of a doctor. She said some interest has been shown by a doctor about coming to the community, but nothing yet has been confirmed. To help Logan Lake patients, nurse practitioner Jocelyn Rhode will have her hours extended and

she will be available for appointments five days a week. Smith said she has spoken with FraserNicola MLA Jackie Tegart and a representative of the IHA about the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doctor shortage. Smith and members of the Logan Lake Council are also

working to arrange a personal meeting with Lake. Sheik said he was sorry to leave Logan Lake, noting he will miss his health team. He did note the role in Logan Lake was challenging in that he and his wife had to adjust to the smaller Logan Lake community, having left behind a large, extended family. They also were challenged with substantially different weather conditions and a 12-hour time difference between Logan Lake and Africa, which made phone calls home a once- or twice-amonth occurrence.

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Man uninjured after being run down by car A man who eventually blew three times the legal blood-alcohol limit in a roadside screening device hit another man as the impaired driver took off from the scene of a minor traffic accident. And, despite rolling onto the hood of the car, the man struck was uninjured. The incident occurred on Friday, Feb. 21, at about 10 p.m. at Highway 5A and Rogers Way

in Aberdeen. Kamloops RCMP Staff Sgt. Fran Bethell said the suspect driver was trying to make a left turn into a parking lot when he struck another vehicle. The two vehicles suffered minor damage and both drivers pulled into the parking lot. Bethell said the driver of the vehicle that was struck got out to speak to the other driver to exchange information.

She said the suspect driver became agitated, jumped back into his vehicle, gunned the engine, drove off quickly and ran over the other driver. “The man rolled over the hood and off the car,” Bethell said. “Miraculously, he wasn’t injured at all. The suspect then drove off.” Bethell said when an officer arrived at the scene to inves-

tigate, the suspect driver was being driven back to the scene by a friend. A 34-year-old Clearwater man was found to be impaired and provided breath samples that were more than three times the legal blood-alcohol limit. He was held for several hours and will be appearing in court at a later date. He is facing several charg-

es, including impaired and dangerous driving. ■ Meanwhile, Mounties manning checkpoints throughout Kamloops on Friday night came across a number of inebriated drivers. Bethell said three drivers were found to be impaired, two drivers were issued 90-day suspensions and one driver refused to give a breath sample and was subsequently charged.

Undercover murder probe included hitting links with slaying suspect By Tim Petruk STAFF REPORTER

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The RCMP undercover investigation into a cold-case Lytton homicide included a staged murder, fake corrupt cops, a put-on robbery — and golf. Rob Smith is standing trial in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops on one count each of manslaughter and interfering with a dead body. The 46-year-old is accused of killing Sandy Charlie in December 1999, then burying his body on Crown land near the house of a former girlfriend.

Taking the stand on Monday, Feb. 24, was an RCMP corporal who can only be identified by his initials — M.D. — because of a courtordered publication ban. M.D. told the jury he was the “cover man” in the Smith investigation — meaning he planned and arranged the undercover scenarios used to convince Smith he was being recruited by a powerful criminal organization. Over four months in 2012, M.D. said, Smith participated in more than 50 scenarios. One of them included a trip to the Yukon to

clean up a staged murder scene. Other scenarios involved a corrupt ICBC employee, a crooked cop, criminally involved corrections officers and violent debt collection. M.D. said one of the scenarios meant hitting the links — due to Smith’s own wishes. “Mr. Smith made it clear that he really wanted to play golf, so a golf game was arranged for him,” defence lawyer Don Campbell said in his cross-examination of M.D. “Yes,” the officer replied. “And, if he really

wanted to sail — I don’t know if gangsters sail — but you’d have made that happen?” the lawyer asked. “My role is always to be alive to what is going to make that strong rapport between the target and the primary operators,” M.D. replied. “It’s part of that seduction,” Campbell said. “Yes,” the officer replied. Mr. Big undercover stings are elaborate and expensive operations staged by the RCMP, usually only in the course of a homicide investigation.

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The operations involve undercover Mounties posing as members of a powerful criminal organization and attempting to befriend a murder suspect. Once the suspect begins to trust the supposed gangsters, he is asked to come clean

about any criminal missteps in his past with the implied promise that the powerful gang leader will make them go away. The meeting is video recorded and taped confessions are played in court. The jury has been told Smith explained to undercover Mounties how he

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Is that my ex under that mask? By Tim Petruk

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A Kamloops man who was the victim of a violent home invasion last year has told a B.C. Supreme Court justice the story of a bungled robbery gone awry. Joadth Anderson, Travis Kelly and James Paulin are standing trial on charges of break-and-enter, disguising face to commit offence, unlawful confinement and assault with a weapon. Taking the stand on Monday, Feb. 24, was Justin Stanley, who told court he returned to his Kemano Street home in North Kamloops with his girlfriend short-

ly after midnight on Jan. 23, 2013, to find three masked men inside the house. Stanley said one of the men punched him three times in the face before forcing him to the ground and holding a machete to his neck. Court heard one of the men then began giving orders, while the others loaded video-game consoles and DVDs into plastic garbage bags. “He was walking along the furniture and he was trying to get control of everyone who was in the house at the time, but his main focus was me,” Stanley said, noting it was then a fourth invader, a woman wearing a hockey mask, entered the home.

“The fourth person came in, a female, and she was calling them by name and telling them to go downstairs and get the TV.” Stanley said the names she used were Jody, Travis and Tiny. He said he recognized the voice as that of his ex-girlfriend, Kirsten Hunt. “They [the other invaders] got mad at her and told her not to use their names,” Stanley said. “I said, ‘I don’t have the TV any more, Kirsten. I couldn’t afford it.’ “At that time, she took her mask off.” Hunt was not charged and is expected to be a Crown witness during the trial, which is expected to last two weeks.

Delayed by ‘combative’ behaviour A court appearance for a mentally ill man alleged to have assaulted a nurse at a Kamloops psychiatric facility has been delayed because of the accused’s “combative” behaviour. On Monday, Feb. 24, David Gray, who suffers from Huntington’s disease, was scheduled to appear in Kamloops provincial court by video from a Lower Mainland psychiatric hospital to fix a date for sentencing. When he was supposed to be patched in to the Kamloops courthouse, a hospital staffer appeared on the screen in his place. “Mr. Gray is in seclusion and is very combative and he won’t be pres-

THE COURTS ent for this,” she said. Gray has been in custody since Nov. 14, when he is alleged to have attacked a female nurse at Hillside Psychiatric Centre — punching her in the face and pinning her on the ground. Huntington’s disease is an inherited brain disorder. Symptoms typically appear in men and women between the ages of 30 and 45, according to the Huntington Society of Canada. The degenerative disease causes brain cells to die. Symptoms include emotional turmoil and

irritability. In advanced stages, patients are largely rigid and require nursing. Death typically occurs 15 to 25 years after onset. Gray is slated to return to court on March 3.

No more bail for man in attempted-murder case A Kamloops man charged with attempted murder after allegedly pointing a gun at a woman and pulling the trigger during a robbery in November will no longer be free on bail, a judge has ruled. John Dawson Scott Attrell was denied bail in Kamloops provincial court on Monday, Feb.

24, after allegedly skipping out on rehab earlier this month. The 36-year-old was granted bail in December after being charged with attempted murder and a string of firearms charges in relation to a Nov. 15 incident at a Sahali motel. Court heard Attrell entered a motel room on Columbia Street and demanded money for drugs from a female friend. It’s alleged he pulled a gun on the woman, pointed it at her and pulled the trigger. The weapon is believed to have malfunctioned, court was told. Attrell then left the

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URING THOMAS Mulcair’s visit to Kamloops last week, he spoke briefly before opening the floor to questions. Among those queries fired at the federal NDP Leader was one from Kamloops Coun. Donovan Cavers, who asked if Mulcair could see the day when Canada’s electorate could find itself voting for only two political parties with a chance at governing. Cavers posed the question in such a way to make it clear he views a two-party scenario as something not desirable. Mulcair did not delve into whether he thought Canada will eventually join the United States (and B.C.) as jurisdictions where there are, de facto, two legitimate choices for government. He did note there had been discussions in the past regarding a centre-left merger. After all, the Conservatives only gained power when Reform/Canadian Alliance finally merged with the Progressive Conservatives (Peter MacKay’s blatant backstabbing of David Orchard on national TV notwithstanding). However, Mulcair was direct and emphatic when he argued his New Democrats and Justin Trudeau’s Liberals are not mirrors of each other: “I’m proud to be a social democrat, but I don’t intent to be confused with a group [Liberals] that is interchangeable with the party in power on any given day.” In fact, Mulcair’s visit, which attracted about 150 people to St. Andrews on the Square, was as heavy on warning voters off Trudeau as it was on demonizing Prime Minister Stephen Harper and his Conservatives.

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MUSINGS The New Democrats became Official Opposition for the first time in 2011 thanks to the electrifying campaign performance of Jack Layton, who succumbed to cancer only months after the historic election for the party. Mulcair, who is a very compelling speaker in his own right, repeatedly told the faithful in Kamloops that the fall 2015 federal election was the NDP’s to lose. In other words, he is not interested in increasing seats in opposition or in shoring up left-of-centre hopes via a merger — Mulcair is eyeing 24 Sussex Dr. Whether he truly believes his party has a chance at becoming government in the next election, whether Mulcair truly believes the Quebec miracle of 2011 can be repeated there or elsewhere, is unknown. But, when you are the leader of a federal political party and you are speaking to supporters in a riding held by a Conservative/Alliance MP for 14 years, you need to project confidence. The NDP did represent Kamloops federally for two decades prior to 2000, so there is hope. However, getting back to the merger question. It’s a fact Harper and the

Conservatives would never had gained power without a merger of the right. The same may be true for the Liberals and NDP, if one was to accept those who vote for the two parties will cast their ballot for a combined party. Mulcair’s visit was replete with campaign-style vows — and many echoed what Trudeau said when he attracted about 600 people to his appearance at Thompson Rivers University in January of 2013. • Mulcair said the NDP would promote proportional representation. Trudeau spoke in favour of the singletransferable vote; • Mulcair said Harper has damaged Canada’s reputation around the world. Trudeau said Harper has damaged Canada’s reputation around the world; • Mulcair opposes Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway pipeline. Trudeau opposes Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway pipeline; • Mulcair said nobody should be denied post-secondary education due to economic difficulty; Trudeau said Ottawa needs to work with the provinces to ensure all have access to education. Seems to me the NDP and Liberals have an awful lot in common. Seems to me there may be egos on both sides standing in the way of creating a single centre-left party. Seems to me Mulcair’s vow to lead the NDP into the 2015 campaign and not pursue a merger will only strengthen Harper’s Conservatives via continued vote-splitting. Two-party systems may be frowned upon by some, but, failing such an evolution, will supporters of the NDP or Liberals ever see their parties in power? editor@kamloopsthisweek.com

Surrey RCMP’s release last week of a security video showing an acid attack on a woman in Newton is disturbing on a number of levels. First and foremost is the horrific nature of the attack itself, in which a man threw acid at Tammy Sinclair’s face after engaging her in casual conversation. Sinclair’s neck and shoulder were burned by what is believed to have been muriatic acid and she lost some of her eyesight. To watch the casual nature of the encounter — so mundane at the start — and then see the sudden viciousness is chilling indeed. One can feel nothing but sympathy for the victim of this appalling crime. But, what is also disturbing is the more than five-month lag in releasing the security footage. It seems the video has jogged the memory of more than one person, and police have received a spate of tips since the clip was made public. One wonders how many other tips would have been forthcoming if it had been released sooner. In a time of heightened awareness of crimes against women in Surrey — the apparently random beating death of Newton hockey mom Julie Paskall still in the forefront of people’s minds — would it not have been in the public interest to highlight this attack with greater urgency, before others could potentially be at risk? Perhaps officers were respecting a desire for privacy on the part of the victim. Perhaps they were following the time-honoured protocol of holding back information that only they and the perpetrator could know. Perhaps, too, police had every expectation that other leads would produce a suspect, but the release of the video suggests earlier lines of inquiry weren’t working. It’s likely true the public, including the media, have an imperfect understanding of police methodology. But, it seems police have an imperfect understanding of the public’s need, and right, to know, for their own peace of mind. More than a rubbernecking nuisance, an observant public ought to be considered a resource for our forces, particularly in an age of cellphone cameras and the potential for lightningquick exchange of information online. — Black Press

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Re: Story: NDP’s Mulcair in campaign mode during Kamloops visit: “The cutting of federal contributions to the health-care budget and passing of the burden to provinces is a move Prime Minister Stephen Harper has used to save money — but the people of Canada suffer. “The health-care system has to be improved to be effective and provide good service to people in Canada. “It looks like this government can never find money for doctors, but supports expenditure on unnecessary bureaucracy. “We need better health care in this country now.” — posted by Pyara Lotay

Re: Story: Have your (ﬁnal) say on city budget: “Here’s a thought — mayor and council should hold all extra spending until after November, when a new mayor and council have been elected. “Then we can begin a fresh approach at the issues on the table with a number of new faces who I hope will not have their minds closed to what taxpayers are saying.” — posted by Construction Guy

Runoff from Ajax bound to contaminate water

Editor: What a beautiful Valentine’s Day it was in Kamloops. On my walk home from the bus stop, I was met with the sound of water trickling down the street toward the drain in front of our house. It sure felt like the first day of spring. I thought of how often I had listened to the sound of water running from melting ice and snow and it had not meant as much as it does this year. In front of the catch basin cover is the faded, painted image of a fish. That image is to remind people that water running into that drain eventually goes into the Thompson River — and whatever is in that water will affect the ecology of the waterway. Yes, a small amount will go down that drain from our street. But, in that melt water will be dissolved salts the city sand trucks applied during the winter, the dissolved chemicals from every vehicle that had any small leaks of antifreeze and windshield-washer fluid. What about the bigger picture? What about the runoff from the huge

open-pit mine that is proposed for the southwest edge of Kamloops? The runoff from the mine will not be just for a few short days or weeks in the spring. Water that will run off the area covered by the mine will contain dissolved chemicals and suspended materials such as diesel fuel, hydraulic fluid, heavy metals of varying concentrations and dust from soil exposed by the destruction of grassland cover. Some of that runoff is bound to find its way into aquifers, water supplies and ponds (that now support living plants and animals, even if they are just invertebrates) — and will finally find its way into the South Thompson River. Those materials will become part of the food chain. At present, I would guess there is no yellow symbol of a fish painted on the ground anywhere near the proposed mine site. Zero harm? The Department of Fisheries and Oceans had better place a high degree of importance on this issue! John Noakes Kamloops

event on Jan. 30 — the Evaluative and Next Steps Dialogue. We were joined by more than 60 people who came together to discuss next steps for the WCP as it enters its final phase and to review the successes and challenges of the project to date. We know there were many people who were interested in attending, but could not due to other commitments. To ensure participation, we have developed

an online survey to help us gather more community input for moving forward. The WCP Next Steps Survey responses will be used to develop a recommendations paper on work that still needs to be done within this area. This paper will be included in the legacy toolkit the WCP team is developing. It will be available on our website — www.immigrantservice.ca/wcp — at the

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YES 42% NO 58% The faded fish symbol is next to this city grate to remind residents of the fragile life that receives everything flushed into the void. KTW reader John Noakes wonders about what the proposed Ajax mine will add to water in and around Kamloops.

end of March. Other items to be included in the toolkit include: • Summary documents from all the WCP community engagement activities; • Materials from the employers workshop series and a number of fact sheets discussing the myths and realities related to immigrant experiences in Canada. Anyone interested in learning more about the WCP is invited to visit our site online at www.

immigrantservice.ca/ wcp. If you have any questions, email welcoming.communities@ kcris.ca or call 250-3761296. Thanks again to everyone who has committed their time and energy to this project. Your contributions have been incredibly valuable. Allysa Gredling, Welcoming Communities co-ordinator Kamloops

With the melting of the snow comes far too much doggie doo Editor: The snow has melted and what is showing up on the side of the streets of Barnhartvale? Doggie doo!

It amazes me how much dog poo is on the side of the streets. Owners of dogs are either not picking up after their pets or are letting them run loose.

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Victoria ﬁnally introduces off-road legislation By Cam Fortems STAFF REPORTER

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The B.C. Liberal government has introduced off-road vehicle legislation — nearly five years after it first made the announcement. Steve Thomson, minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Development, acknowledged the delay when speaking to reporters during a conference call on Monday, Feb. 24, saying, “I don’t have to take calls asking ‘When is it coming?’” He said the original announcement in 2009 by then-minister Kevin Krueger was ahead of

government’s ability to bring in regulations that would accompany registration of off-road vehicles, including dirt bikes, ATVs and sideby-side machines. Under the new legislation, riders will pay a one-time fee of $48 to register their machine through ICBC. They must display a numbered plate on their machine that will allow identification of those who ride in banned areas or destroy habitat, for example. There are an estimated 200,000 off-road vehicles in B.C. Thomson said a key difference from government’s original

announcement five years ago is that, under the new legislation, registration will be done one time, rather than initially and then on resale. Registration will also allow police to more easily identify and track stolen machines. A host of groups, including riding organizations, naturalists, ranchers and municipalities, have called for registration. B.C. is one of the last jurisdictions in North America without registration. Scott Benton, executive director of the Grasslands

Conservation Council of B.C., welcomed the laws introduced in the legislature. “The discussion isn’t over,” he said. “We’ve got lots to do on the regulation piece.” Thomson pledged to bring in safety regulations by the fall to accompany the new laws. Helmet use will be among them. Registration will be via a user-pay system, with the $48 fee for each machine covering cost to government. Thomson said those costs will decrease over time and there is discussion about dedicating some of the fees

Court hearing to continue, perhaps without accused present The hearing to determine whether a Kamloops criminal with a lengthy rap sheet could be jailed indefinitely will continue in the summer — with or without the accused. Shane Jeurissen’s dangerous-offender hear-

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ed to appear by video during the first week of the hearing. But, the outbursts didn’t stop even by video. Jeurissen eventually applied to be excluded entirely from the hearing and stopped showing up altogether.

His lawyer said the court schedule interfered with the accused’s routine and caused him to lash out. Lawyers will meet in March to set a date for the hearing to reconvene, which will likely take place in August.

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In Kamloops schools, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;every day is Pink Shirt Dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; By Dale Bass STAFF REPORTER dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

FROM BLAZERS TO THE BRIER Have a look at Interior Savings Centre as it gets set to host the 2014 Tim Hortons Brier, which will crown the Canadian menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s curling champion. The Brier begins on Saturday, March 1, and runs to Sunday, March 9, when the title game will be played. While the best curlers in the world sweep for glory at ISC, the legendary Brier Patch â&#x20AC;&#x201D; featuring music, beer gardens and all sorts of 19-plus fun â&#x20AC;&#x201D; will be in full swing at Memorial Arena. Pick up a copy of the Friday, Feb. 28, edition of Kamloops This Week, where you will find a 2014 Brier preview publication, complete with the schedule, team profiles and an interview with Mr. Curling himself, TSNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vic Rauter. For tickets to the Brier, go online to curling.ca/2014brier-en. Adam Williams/KTW

In the Kamloops-Thompson school district, â&#x20AC;&#x153;every day is Pink Shirt Day,â&#x20AC;? said assistant superintendent Alison Sidow. That attitude and the systems put in place in schools are being credited for a 50 per cent decrease in the number of suspensions issued in the past five years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost hard to believe,â&#x20AC;? Sidow said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve interviewed the principals and it is working.â&#x20AC;? On Wednesday, Feb. 26, however, the district will mark the official Pink Shirt Day, part of ongoing events throughout the week that will look at healthy living, positive relationships and respect. On Wednesday, administrators and teachers will focus on bullying, with lessons and assemblies that will discuss the problem and ways to deal with it. Among the initiatives the

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Flip to celebrate, not over the small stuff Former CFL-er stopped to advise local teachers By Tim Petruk

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Don’t flip out over things you can’t control. That’s the message former CFL All-Star Henry “Gizmo” Williams delivered to Kamloops-area teachers as part of their professional-development day. “It’s about overcoming challenges,” the Memphis-born special teams stud told KTW. “It’s don’t worry about things you can’t control in life and how you move on in life.” Williams, 51, played 16 seasons of professional football — 14 of them in the CFL. He started his pro career with the Memphis Showboats of the USFL. When they folded, the Edmonton Eskimos

came calling and Williams headed north. Aside from a couple seasons with the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles, the Giz has never left the City of Champions. Since retiring from football in 2000, Williams has been living in the Alberta capital and working as a motivational speaker and personal trainer. Last night (Feb. 20), he gave a public presentation at the Henry Grube Centre, put on by the KamloopsThompson Teachers’ Association. One of the things he often mentions in his talks — as an example of what can’t be controlled — is his family’s history with multiple sclerosis. “I’ve lost my mother, my father — seven people in my

family — to MS,” he said. “So, it’s something I think about, but I don’t worry about it because it’s not something I can control.” A wide receiver and kickreturn specialist, he had a reputation for beating opponents with his quick feet — and for that signature celly. “I can still do the flip, yeah,” Williams said. “I do it in the gym once in a while when I’m working out with the guys.” When he’s not maintaining his football physique, Williams can often be found maintaining his six handicap on the golf course — an endeavour that has brought him to Kamloops more than once in the past. “I’m all right,” he said. “I play a lot, though. I get out as much as I can.”

Henry “Gizmo” Williams taught Kamloops-area teachers a thing or two last week during a professional-development day. ˜ Dave Eagles/KTW

Local youth awarded $1,000 grants for regional projects TRU seeking new executive director of aboriginal education, former steps down Seven grants have been awarded to youth-initiated projects throughout the Cariboo, North Thompson and Nicola regions. In its seventh year,

Thompson Rivers University is looking for a new executive director of aboriginal education to replace Nathan Matthew, who has announced he will be leaving TRU as of June 1. Matthew has worked with the university for six years, starting as an advisor on aboriginal issues, reporting to the institution’s president. Matthew received an honourary doctorate from TRU in 2006 for his work advancing First Nations education. In a note to TRU faculty and staff, president Alan Shaver noted Matthew’s “conviction that education is essential to enhance the overall health and well-being

of Aboriginal people has made him an effective advocate for positive change within TRU, the Province and Canada.” Shaver said Matthew has indicated he will continue in a volunteer capacity with the Simpcw First Nation community to which he belongs, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework for education programming and sitting on the Community Heritage Fund committee that distributes funding within the community for worthy projects. Matthew will also maintain his position as senior negotiator for First Nations schools in B.C.

the United Way and a group of young professionals select and guide innovative and creative projects by youth for youth including everything from the first-

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Initiative Grants in its seventh year. Some of this year’s $1,000-grant recipients included projects such as youth mentorship events, free community

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LELIO ORESTE BRAIDA

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January 25, 1955 - February 17, 2014

Mr. Lelio Oreste Braida passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 20th. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Maria; his daughters – Ivana Hamm (Homer), Daniela Braida and Bertina Mitchell, all of Kamloops. Nonno will also always be in the hearts of his granddaughter Kayla Cupello (Joe) and grandson Ryan Mitchell. Lelio is survived by younger brother Mario and younger sisters Lina Bellan and Maria Lanza, all of Italy, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and other friends and family in Northern Italy. Dad was predeceased by his parents, father Atilio and mother Amelia and three sisters – Vittoria, Argentina, and Malvina. Dad was a good and gentle man, born in Palazzolo dello Stella, Udine, Italia. After spending ﬁve years working in the coal mines of Belgium, in 1954 he immigrated to Canada with two other cousins, landing at Pier 21 in Halifax. They worked their way across Canada, ﬁnally settling in Kamloops in 1955. He was joined by his wife and two young daughters in 1958. Lelio was a loyal employee with the BC Department of Highways for 31 years, retiring in 1987. His full time job after that was his family, especially his grandchildren, his garden and his home.

Cora passed away in Kamloops in her 90th year. She was predeceased by her husband James in 2008. She is sadly missed by her 9 children: Ruth (Rob), Joanne (Henry), Tom (Sabrina), Margaret (Mike), Gail (Dave), Robert (Georgina), David (Vera), James (Dawn), Michael.

Dad spent his retirement years doing all the things he loved most – growing the best and biggest tomatoes, the sweetest cherries, and taking special care of mom’s roses. He loved sports of all kinds – but especially soccer – and was delighted to be on the sidelines for Kayla and Ryan’s games no matter what the weather. He especially enjoyed loud and boisterous family dinners, wine and cards with friends, and a good argument no matter the subject. And always, he loved his dessert! Dad will not only be missed by his family but also by his many friends and neighbours. The family would like to thank Dr. Schmidt and Dr. Matanaj and the staffs of the ER and ICU at Royal Inland Hospital for their extraordinary care and compassion for our dad.

She was also the proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is survived by 2 of her 6 siblings, Rita in Ontario and Kenneth in Nova Scotia.

Prayers will be recited on Thursday, February 27th at 7:00 pm in Sacred Heart Cathedral. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 28 at 11:00 am in the Cathedral with Father Paul Simms celebrant. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of ﬂowers, should friends so wish, donations to the RIH Foundation – Intensive Care Unit, 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2T1 would be appreciated in memory of Mr. Braida. Schoenings Funeral Service Condolences may be expressed at 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

Bruce Henry George 1932 ~ 2014 We are saddened to announce the passing of Bruce Henry George of Kamloops, BC, on February 18th, 2014 at age 81. Bruce is survived by his loving wife Myrna, children Sheryl (Lou) Grande and Lorri (Murray) Cagnetta, both of Kamloops. Also left to cherish Bruce’s memory are grandchildren Lisa (Reg) Pain of Kamloops, brother-in-law Gerry Leighton of Calgary, AB, and sister-in-law Rita Leighton of New Westminster, BC, as well as numerous nieces & nephews, and his long time friend Bob Bonderud. He is predeceased by his brother, Hale Bradsen, and sister, June Love.

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Bruce was born in 1932 in Cochrane, ON. After completing his schooling, he worked in the gold mines in Timmons, ON, before moving to BC in the early 1950’s, where he met and married his wife, Myrna. Bruce worked various jobs throughout the province such as logging, equipment operator, road construction and driving for Arrow Transfer, which led him into his last 20 year career as a Business Representative for the Teamsters Union, Local 213. He and his wife retired to the Little Shuswap Lake in 1991, where he enjoyed golfing, fishing, travelling south and his volunteer work as the Fire Chief for the Little Shuswap Indian Band. Then in 2005, they returned to Kamloops to be closer to family and friends. “Like summer flowers, we grow into life’s visual splendid beauty, Then we slowly fade away. But it’s only in our passing that our true spiritual beauty, is released to carry on in our endless journey into the universe. Thanks for being part of my life, Bruce...” - Murray By request, there will be no formal service held, with a family gathering to be held at a later date. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Dr. Paul Yanko for his exceptional personal care. Donations in Bruce’s memory may be made to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation, the Heart & Stroke Foundation, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home, 250-554-2577 Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

To my Wife, our Mother and our Grandmother Even though it has been a year, there is not a day that goes by that you are not thought about, talked about or deeply missed. We love you very much. Ron, Barb, John and Family

A private family celebration of Cora’s life will be held at a later date. Should friends and family desire, donations can be made to the Myasthenia Gravis Assoc. of BC in Vancouver. Cora will always be remembered for her amazing sense of humour, her Monday nights at Bingo and her love of family.

On February 17, 2014, Lark passed away peacefully with her husband and family by her side at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice after a very brief but very courageous battle with lung cancer. We are all so proud of our little Honey Badger, and would like to extend thanks to Dr. Kraig Montalbetti, the nursing staͿ on 7N at RIH and the amazing angels at Hospice. Lark was predeceased by her parents William and Carol Derksen and her older brother Mark Derksen. Lark is survived by her loving husband Clint Hicks, brother Barry (Sandra) Derksen, Tim (Colleen) Derksen, Darryl (Shelley) Derksen and Aron (Laura) Derksen. Many nieces and nephews, Jarrett (Celine), Christopher (Amy), Travis, Kalsie, Chrystal (Richard), Alysha (Mark), Shaily, Breanna, Brooklynn, Kimberlee and Ben. God Daughter Katie, daughter Amber and son Steve. Along with many aunts, uncles and cousins in the Kamloops/Salmon Arm corridor. Lark was born in Rabbitt Lake Saskatchewan, January 25, 1955 and her parents moved to Mission BC when she was very little, after a number of years the family relocated to Sorrento, BC where she resided until leaving home to make her way in the world. Being the adventerous type Lark found herself in northern BC working in the logging industry. Lark Ànally settled back into the Kamloops area and worked many jobs in the food service industry, particularily enjoying her last job working the cafeteria at Sa-Hali Secondary school. In the early nineties, Lark met her future husband Clint on a houseboat trip on the Shuswap and the rest as they say is history. They married in 1995, and lived a few years in Mission, then moved to Kamloops again for a couple of years, then to Falkland for eight years and Ànally back in to Kamloops. Lark enjoyed a good book, crosswords (only the easy kind), golf, camping (golf and camping at Wells Gray Golf and RV Park) and travelling. Lark loved horseback riding and was an able equestrian. Lark and Clint were fortunate to be able to do a lot of travelling together, San Diego, Hawaii, Nashville, Boca Raton, Miami, Arizona, Vegas and Mexico to name a few. Lark loved life, she had a big laugh for such a little girl and anyone that came into her orbit would eventually come to love her. We will all miss our little Honey Badger, such a little gal had such a big impact on all of us and she leaves a big hole in our hearts that will take a long time to heal. Heaven has gained a Honey Badger angel, and we take comfort in knowing those big expressive eyes are keeping a watch out for us from above. A celebration of Lark’s life will be held on March 22, 2014 at 1:00 pm at the Barnhartvale Community Hall. If you were touched in life by this marvelous little woman, come out and share a memory of her.

A life well-lived. Special thanks to all her wonderful buddies at The Shores in North Kamloops.

In lieu of Áowers, donations can be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice.

If I Knew 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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HERE IS no lack of confidence in the Kamloops Storm’s camp heading into the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League playoffs. “This is the best team we’ve probably ever had,” owner Barry Dewar said. “We’ve got so much leadership and character. We’re really excited about the playoffs.” Kamloops (42-90-1), the 2013-2014 KIJHL regular-season champion, is playing the Sicamous Eagles in the best-of-seven Doug Birks Division semifinal. Games 1 and 2 in Round 1 are set for tonight (Feb. 25) and Thursday, Feb. 27, respectively, at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. Game time both nights is 8 p.m. The Storm’s leading scorer, Brock Balson, a

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Kamloops product who finished the campaign with 26 goals and 74 points, said his team has what it takes to go deep into the postseason. “We’ve got good goalies, good D and four pretty solid lines that we can just roll and we’ve got a pretty good coach, too,” said Balson, a former Kamloops Blazer. “This is what we worked for all year — to have home ice throughout the playoffs.” Kamloops reached the KIJHL final in 2008 and 2009, losing both years under head coach Ed Patterson, who left the team in 2010, but returned to the Storm’s bench this season. The local junior B team has not advanced

past the second round since its last trip to the final five years ago, but this edition of the Storm might change that. “They’re tight. They don’t get rattled. They stick together. There’s no bickering,” said Patterson, who led the squad to its first regular-season title in Kamloops, with Dewar having moved the franchise to the Tournament Capital from Osoyoos in 2006. “I believe in them 100 per cent and they believe in themselves. It’s just a matter of them piecing it together.” Kamloops and Sicamous played eight times this season, with the Storm winning six of those matchups, outscoring the Eagles 35-23.

The Kamloops Storm’s Ian Chrystal (17) checks Sicamous forward Carter Hansen in KIJHL action on McArthur Island earlier this month. The two teams begin a best-of-seven series tonight (Feb. 25). KTW file photo

THE MATCHUP

KAMLOOPS STORM 42-9-0-1, 85 points First in Doug Birks Division

The series moves to Sicamous for Game 3 on Friday, Feb. 28. Patterson rested many of his top players last week, the Storm having already clinched the regularseason banner and home-ice advantage in the playoffs. Josh Rasmussen (29G, 39A), Daniel

Game 1 — Feb. 25, 8 p.m., Kamloops Game 2 — Feb. 27, 8 p.m., Kamloops Game 3 — Feb. 28, 7 p.m., Sicamous Game 4 — March 1, 7 p.m., Sicamous Game 5 — March 3, 7 p.m., Kamloops* Game 6 — March 4, 7 p.m., Sicamous* Game 7 — March 5, 7 p.m., Kamloops* * if necessary

Buchanan (23G, 44A), Bobby Kashuba (24G, 39A) and Luke Gordon (24G, 37A) round out the Storm’s top-five scorers. They will be in the lineup tonight in front of netminder Liam Mcleod, who enters the second season as the starting backstop. Getting his top guns

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SICAMOUS EAGLES 23-26-0-3, 49 points Fourth in Doug Birks Division

ready for a playoff tilt after a week away from competitive action is the latest challenge for Patterson, but he is confident his charges won’t need any prodding. “They’re champing at the bit to get going,” Patterson said. Dewar praised his coach in an interview

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Season ends for pair of WolfPack teams Two TRU WolfPack squads, the men’s volleyball and basketball teams, were in Canada West post-season action on the weekend. Head coach Pat Hennelly and the men’s volleyball team won bronze at the Canada West Final Four, earning a 3-1 victory over the Brandon Bobcats in the battle for third place on Saturday, Feb. 22, in Langley. “We were eighth in the Canada West preseason poll and finished third,” Hennelly said. “We were nationally ranked. Our program is on the way back.” TRU was ousted from championship contention on Friday, Feb. 21, losing in straight sets to the Alberta Golden Bears of Edmonton. The bronze-medal victory caps the WolfPack careers of fifth-year players Colin Carson, Jacob Tricarico and Spencer Reed. Alberta went on to defeat the Trinity Western Spartans of Langley in the Canada West final. Both teams

Brad Gunter (left) and Colin Carson of the TRU WolfPack were honoured for outstanding seasons. Gunter earned the title of Canada West Men’s Volleyball Most Valuable Player and Carson is the conference’s nominee for the Dale Iwanozko StudentAthlete Award. Allen Douglas/KTW

advance to the Canadian Interuniversity Sports championships, which get underway on Thursday, Feb. 27, in Calgary. Meanwhile, head coach Scott Clark and the TRU men’s basketball team, playing in the program’s first-ever playoff series, were swept by the Saskatchewan Huskies, losing two straight games — 82-68 on Friday and 84-71 on Saturday. Both tilts were held in Saskatoon. “I am proud of the guys for their efforts this season,” Clark said. “We continue to make progress with the program. We took a step

forward this year and now we can go back to working to moving even further next year.” The WolfPack’s entire roster is eligible to return next season. With the victory, Saskatchewan moves on to the Canada West Final Four in Edmonton this weekend.

Earning awards TRU WolfPack right side Brad Gunter was honoured for an outstanding season, earning the title of Canada West Men’s Volleyball Most Valuable Player. He becomes the first player in program history to win the award. WolfPack set-

ter Colin Carson was named the Canada West’s nominee for the Dale Iwanozko StudentAthlete Award, which goes to a player who exhibits outstanding achievement in three areas — volleyball, academics and community involvement. Carson was also named a second-team Canada West all-star. Gunter, a first-team all-star, was the Canada West’s leading scorer (6.04 points per game) and kills leader (5.31 per game). He was third in service aces (0.40 per game). He is seventh in the all-time single-season record books for kills (356) after only 22 matches. Carson led the

Canada West in assists in 2013-14 (10.93 per set) on his way to becoming the Canada West’s second all-time leader in set assists (3,350), ninth in career digs (620) and 14th in career set assists (8.54). Not only will he graduate with a business degree in April, but he also co-ordinated the team’s community events: Raise a Reader (where the WolfPack team was the top money generator for children’s literacy programs in Kamloops for a third straight year) and Wendy’s Dreamlift. “We have an expectation for guys to put in 20 hours of volunteer service outside of what we ask them to do as a member of our team,”

Hennelly said. “Colin has gone beyond that. He epitomizes what this award is all about. “He is a great representative of the league, our team, the city and Thompson Rivers University.”

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Vikings pillage ﬁrst-ever AA boys Okanagan basketball title For the first time in school history, the Valleyview Vikings are AA boys Okanagan basketball champions. Led by tournament MVP Layton Demidoff, the Vikings edged South Okanagan secondary of Oliver 71-69 in the Okanagan Zone championship final in Vernon. Valleyview is ranked fourth in the province heading into the BC Boys High School Basketball Championships, which run from March 4 to March 8 in Langley. The Vikings entered the Okanagan tournament as the No. 4 seed, earning victories over Princess Margaret, 76-62, and Clarence Fulton of Vernon, 78-66, en route to the final. Westsyde secondary, ranked second heading into the tourney, was bumped from title contention by Princess Margaret. Reece Vermey of Valleyview was named a tournament all-star.

Broncs claim silver The Brocklehurst Broncs placed second at the Grade 9 boys’ Okanagan basketball championship at Dr. Knox Middle School in Kelowna on the weekend. Brock fell 44-41 to

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host Dr. Knox in the gold-medal game. Anthony Cave, Mitchell Mathieson and Devin Halcrow led the Broncs in scoring in the championship matchup. Brock advanced to the final with wins over Valleyview secondary, 57-20, and Constable Neil Bruce Middle School of Kelowna, 47-36.

made the qualifying standard for the Commonwealth swimming trials, which run from April 2 to April 4 in Victoria. Megan Dalke won bronze in the 800-m freestyle and made the qualifying standard for the Commonwealth trials. Meaghan Frenks won a silver medal in the 50-m breaststroke; Makena Sutherland won bronze and set a club

record in the 50-m fly; Ethan Phillips was ninth in the 1,500-m free; Carel Ackerman was seventh in the 100-m breaststroke consolation final; and Eloise Ladyman was eighth in the 200-m fly consolation final.

On target Four athletes from the Kamloops Target Shooting Club participated at the 2014 Canadian Airgun Grand

Prix, which was held in Toronto earlier this month. In their respective divisions, Leia Hoot won gold, Sera Nami placed fifth, Sullivan Fagan placed 11th and Trayton Brown placed 14th. Hoot qualified for the women’s final, which featured the top eight female competitors across all classes for a final 20-shot medal round. She won silver.

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Classics at Westerns The Kamloops Classic Swimming club had 11 swimmers competing at the Western Canadian Swimming Championships earlier this month in New Westminster. The club placed 18th overall at the 65-team competition. Seven Classics were able to make second swims and score points. Colin Gilbert won a silver medal in the 400-metre freestyle, setting a new club record in the process. He also had three fourth-place finishes and set a new club record in the 800-m freestyle. In the 800-m, he

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This year marks the 100th anniversary of Charlie Chaplin’s iconic character, The Tramp. What better way to celebrate the world’s most-recognized silent-movie character than to see the world premiere of Silent Chap, a play by Kamloops’ Alan Corbishley. I must admit, Chaplin films do not rank high on my moviewatching list, but I admire the actor’s slapstick style of comedy and the impact he had on the world. My first thoughts on watching live actors create a story about a silent-film icon did not revolve around anticipation, but more along the lines of wondering how Corbishley would pull this off. Attending the first-night performance at Sagebrush Theatre, it was obvious this was going to be something totally different than what I expected. The set includes one large screen in the centre of the stage, surrounded by large film strips. A smaller screen is located up high on the right side of the stage,

there to provide the audience with subtitles, just as if we were watching a silent movie. Silent Chap has no spoken dialogue (except for one spoken word that would change Chaplin’s career). Instead, Corbishley relies on music, videography, choreography and the actors’ abilities to use body motions to bring the production to life. Corbishley’s music choices were excellent, propelling the audience into the mood of the era. What truly makes this play work, though, is the set and lighting design by Terry Gunvordahl, who was behind the lighting design for Western Canada Theatre’s presentation of Fiddler on the Roof, among other productions.

Gareth Madoc-Jones makes an impressive debut as the videographer — his ability to allow Chaplin’s Tramp to effortlessly move from live stage to the silver screen is magical. Marian Truscott recreates the visual image through her costume design and Kris Ruston has the sound spot-on. Choreographer Monica Dottor keeps the performance alive with the ability to maintain the historic silent-film style of comedic movement and slapstick. Chaplin would have been proud of how Leon Willey brings the Tramp to life as he captures the essence of the iconic character. Kamloopsians might enjoy more productions that bring actors and videography together — and WCT should consider it. Such a fantastic fusion will surely attract a new demographic to live theatre. Silent Chap continues at Sagebrush Theatre, at the corner of Ninth Avenue and Munro Street in South Kamloops, to March 1. Tickets are available at Kamloops Live! box office, 1025 Lorne St., or by calling 250-3745483 or emailing kamloopslive. ca.

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Marlow said she looks for a specific set of skills when hiring staff — and it’s more than just the ability to do each job function. “When I talk to them, I look to try to reveal the heart,” she said. Young oversees an army of volunteers — some who come regularly, others who pop in once in a while, still others who work at the hospice thrift store, Flutter Buys, in the Brock Shopping Centre at 1800 Tranquille Rd. “People can come and just cook,” Young said. “We have volunteers who come every morning and just bake.” All the staff take turns cooking, as well, she said. “We all pitch in and do it, just like at a house.” Young is always looking for more volunteers, people who can share their gifts or talents, who might want to just sit in one of the rooms and strum a guitar or help tend the garden outside. It may be someone who never sets foot in the building, but chooses to knit items to be sold to help boost the fundraising, or who makes a quilt to provide some warmth on a sofa. In addition to inhouse patients, the hospice operates a day program and counselling services. There’s a 24-hour phone number available for those who may be in palliative care, but not ready for or interested

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get more than I give.” give. Death can bring its own rituals, Marlow said, be they religious or cultural, and “it’s really important to be respectful,” she said. “And it’s important to not rush people out. They need time. They may need time to just sit and be with their loved one.” Once ready, ready however, the hospice provides them with information on funeral options in the city. People often ask if there are plans for the hospice to expand. Marlow, although in the position for just about two years, is aware of the history behind it, of the years Snowden and others put in the city i jjustt bbringing i i th it to the point where it was possible to build a 12-bed hospice. “We are always looking at what the community needs,” Marlow said, “and looking at a way to take our expertise to help the community.” But there are no plans to add to the building now. “We’ve been doing care in the community for 30 years,” she said, “and we’re looking at doing more relief

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oped by an international group of gearheads â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Team RS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in Europe and SVT engineers in the U.S. It was designed to be, as Ford puts it, â&#x20AC;&#x153;proof that small cars can be anything but boring.â&#x20AC;? The Fiesta ST harnesses a high-output variant of Fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awardwinning 1.6-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder power mill. This is a kick-butt engine. The direct-injection DOHC-turbocharged architecture enables 197 horsepower and 202 pounds per feet of torque, with an overboost surge that will peak engine power for about 15 seconds of flat-out acceleration, running a sub-seven second zero-to-100 km/h acceleration time. Those power ratings are based on premium octane testing but the

good thing about Fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s EcoBoost lineup is it will allow regular octane gas fill-ups. Stomp the go-pedal and the get-up-and-go pushes your body into the seat, while your arms are busy trying to tame the torque-steer of power surging through the front-wheel drive. If you need any further proof that the ST was designed principally for performanceoriented drivers, the turbo engine is mated exclusively to a onechoice six-speed manual transmission. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for an automatic option, grandma, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m afraid youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to shop elsewhere. The manualtransmissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shift action is a tad notchy, but nice, allowing for a quick and easy row through the cogs. With a tall top gear, engine revs will linger

sedately near 2,400 r.p.m. at legal highway speeds. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still some available oomph left at that spin rate but a quick downshift into fourth gear allows a little extra hell to break loose if you have to blow past some slug. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a more conservative frame of mind, skip shifting into the taller gears around town easily limits the revs to a frugal 1,500 r.p.m. mark, helping you towards the cityhighway rating. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not far off the city-highway fuel-economy rating of regular Fiestas. But, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the fun of that? My fuel economy average over the course of 500 kilometres worked out closer to 8.5 litres per 100 kilometres â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a mixed bag of frugality and fun.

green envy was starting to grow on me. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At least, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be easy to spot in the parking lot,â&#x20AC;? the drivethrough girl commiserated as I left. True enough. But

And, with so much power on tap and the performance enhancements bought and paid for, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all too easy to get caught up in the get-up-and-go spirit of this pocket-rocket performer. The ST comes in a varied palette that includes two optional tri-coat metallic-paint jobs for an additional $400. I think it would look perfect in blue with a wide, white racing stripe â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or the reverse. But, then again, the

the thing is, even in this flashy shade of green, it might still be easy to lost sight of the 2014 Fiesta ST. Especially if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to keep up from behind.

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Compound Clearance Pricing 2005 CHEV MONTE CARLO #5624C. 3.8L V6, 4 spd auto, CD, 16” alloy wheels, 6 speaker performance enhanced system, spoiler, fog lights, remote keyless

4,995

71 /

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2007 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6

5,995

48 mo. @8.97%

2006 SUBARU IMPREZA AWD

7,995

92 /

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#D221059A. 3.0L V6, 5 spd auto, 91,940 kms, extended cab, remote start, A/C, locally owned! No accidents!

10,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

105 /

60 mo. @8.97%

8,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

105 /

84 mo. @5.97%

12,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

112 /

84 mo. @5.97%

105 /

8,995

60 mo. @8.97%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

118 /

60 mo. @5.97%

14,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

105 /

84 mo. @5.97%

12,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

119 /

84 mo. @5.97%

83 /

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

60 mo. @8.97%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

118 /

60 mo. @5.97%

2012 CHEV MALIBU

#5654A. 2.4L Inline4, 6 spd auto, 55,554 kms

15,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

112 /

84 mo. @5.97%

2013 CHEV CRUZE

#5678A. 3.6L V6, 6 spd auto, 29,633 kms, CD/MP3, alloys, remote keyless, fully loaded

16,995

#D228537A. 2.9L, 5 spd manual, 160,202 kms, 15” alloy wheels, Suspension pkg, auto headlights

2013 CHEV IMPALA

60 mo. @8.97%

2008 GMC CANYON 4X4

#3868. 3.6L V8, 6 spd auto, 14,893 kms, 17” alloy wheels, CD/MP3

#5655A. 1.4L, 6 spd auto, 30,230 kms, CD/MP3, sport bucket seats

15,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

81 /

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

2007 BUICK LUCERNE

2012 CHEV IMPALA

2012 FIAT 500

#5596B. 3.8L V6, 4 spd auto, 123,453 kms, 6 passenger, 16” alloy wheels, CD, remote keyless, auto headlights, steering wheel audio controls

#D173874A. 3.4L V6, 5 spd auto, 121,196 kms, BC vehicle, 16” alloy wheels, CD, spoiler, remote keyless

#5684A. 1.8L, 6 spd auto, 20,952 kms, heated seats, MYLINK sound pkg, alloys, CD/MP3, remote keyless, heated mirrors

14,995

6,995

60 mo. @8.97%

2007 PONTIAC TORRENT AWD

2013 CHEV SONIC

71 /

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

#5609B. 3.4L V6, 5 spd auto, heated seats, 17” alloy wheels, spoiler, CD, auto headlights, sunroof, steering wheel audio controls

60 mo. @8.97%

2007 FORD RANGER

#C125495B. 2.7L V6, auto, 158,039 kms, alloys, CD/MP3, remote keyless, heated door mirrors, steering wheel audio controls

2006 PONTIAC TORRENT

#5598B. 2.5L, 5 spd manual, CD, 16” alloy wheels, remote keyless, heated door mirrors, outside temp. display

2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING

#5619A. 3.9L V6, 4 spd auto, 143,845 kms, locally owned, 7 passenger, CD/MP3, remote keyless, heated door mirrors

#5647A. 1.4L Turbo, 6 spd auto, 7,642 kms, Bluetooth, touchscreen, Connectivity pkg, Sirius XM satellite radio, outside temp. display, CD/MP3

16,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

120 /

84 mo. @5.97%

PAYMENTS ARE BASED ON FINANCING ON APPROVED CREDIT WITH THE STATED AMOUNT DOWN OR EQUIVALENT TRADE AND INCLUDE ALL FEES AND TAXES. Total Paid with $0 down: #C125495B $10,388.30, #5619A $8,990.80, #5624C $7,283.12, #5609B $13,180.70, #5598B $11,785.80. With $2000 down: #3868 $18,809, #5596B $12,688.60, #D221059A $15,482.30, #D173874A $17,146.30, #D228537A $17,146.30, #5684A $20,769.66, #5654A $22,143.76, #5655A $22,143.76, #5678A $23,519.68, #5647A $23,519.68. Not all used vehicles are First Certiﬁed. Ask dealer for details. Offer ends February 28, 2014.

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#5681A. 2.5L, 6 spd auto, 16,132 kms, 18” alloy wheels, Sirius XM Satellite radio, Chevrolet MyLink Touch, CD/MP3, remote keyless entry

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

135 /

84 mo. @5.97%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

187 /

84 mo. @5.97%

19,995

29,995

26,995

#5584A.3.6L V6, 6 spd auto, 21,396 kms, 7 passenger, Sirius XM Satellite radio, remote start, alloys, CD/MP3, spoiler, remote keyless

211 /

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

84 mo. @4.97%

161 /

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

72 mo. @5.97%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

190 /

84 mo. @4.97%

262 /

84 mo. @4.97%

37,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

240 /

84 mo. @4.97%

39,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

322 /

72 mo. @4.97%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

269 /

84 mo. @4.97%

2013 CADILLAC SRX AWD

EXT 4X4

#E227600A. 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel, 6 spd auto, 70,402 kms, leather, CD/MP3, trailer brake, Tailgate pkg, XM radio, skid plates

#5687A. 3.8L V6, 4 spd auto, 38,069 kms, adjustable head restraints, heated front seats, remote start, sub & speakers

27,995

#5674A. 3.6L V6, 6 spd auto, 28,076 kms, leather, rear camera, Choco Sapele Wood Trim pkg, 18” alloy wheels, CUE audio sys. w/navigation

42,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

196 /

84 mo. @4.97%

#5666A. 6.0L V8, 6 spd auto, 34,843 kms, Bluetooth, 18” alloy wheels, CD/MP3, HD trailering special equipment, skid plates

35,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

306 /

84 mo. @4.97%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

255 /

84 mo. @4.97%

2013 GMC YUKON 4X4

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2009 GMC SIERRA 2500HD

84 mo. @5.97%

#E224967A. 3.6L V6, auto, under 13,000 kms! Alloys, CD/MP3, remote keyless, heated mirrors, convertible hard top

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

175 /

33,995

RUBICON EDITION! #E221362A. 3.6L V6, 5 spd auto, 10,375 kms, CD/MP3, fog lights, skid plates, steering wheel audio controls

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

2012 GMC SIERRA 2500HD 4X4

#E261731A. 5.3L V8, 87,701kms, 6 spd auto, after market levelling kit and wheels &tires, fender ﬂares, All Terrain pkg, heated leather seats, 6” chrome steps, sunroof & much more!

2013 JEEP WRANGLER

36,995

2011 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4

#5676A. 2.4L V4, 6 spd auto, 12,439 kms, 17” alloy wheels, Chevrolet MyLink, Sirius XM Satellite radio, tinted glass, remote start, roof rails, rear camera

2012 JEEP WRANGLER

23,995

2011 GMC SIERRA 1500 4X4

UNLIMITED 4X4

#D222200A. 1.6L Turbo, 6 spd manual, leather, 14,001 kms, CD/MP3, 18” alloy wheels, p/moonroof, CD/MP3, remote keyless, heated mirrors

2013 CHEV EQUINOX AWD

2012 GMC ACADIA AWD

2013 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

#5662A. 2.4L, 6 spd auto, 43,350 kms, Sirius XM Satellite radio, Bluetooth, alloys, CD/MP3

25,995

2010 GMC TERRAIN AWD #D173613A. 2.4L, 6 spd auto, 73,815 kms, heated front seats, remote start, Convenience pkg, 17” alloy wheels, CD/MP3/USB, remote keyless

2013 GMC TERRAIN AWD SLE1

CERTIFIED

• 150 POINT INSPECTION • 3 MONTH / 6000 KM WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

37,995

#5660A. Vortec 5.3L V8, 6 spd auto, 21,242 kms, 17” alloy wheels, CD/MP3, Sirius XM Satellite radio, spoiler, Premium cloth seat trim

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

269 /

84 mo. @4.97%

2012 RAM 3500 CREW L/BOX 4X4

43,995

#5690A. 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel, 6 spd auto, 22,533 kms, CD/MP3, remote keyless, trailer hitch receiver, locking tailgate, Bluetooth, exhaust brake

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

313 /

84 mo. @4.97%

PAYMENTS ARE BASED ON FINANCING ON APPROVED CREDIT WITH THE STATED AMOUNT DOWN OR EQUIVALENT TRADE AND INCLUDE ALL FEES AND TAXES. Total Paid with $2000 down: #5681A $26,269.70, #D173613A $26,939.72, #D222200A $33,145.66, #5662A $35,895.68, #5676A $36,114.08, #5687A $36,444.50, #5584A $40,105.34, #E261731A $45,425.20, #E221362A $49,414.64, #5666A $48,086.04, #E224967A $50,745.06, #5660A $50,745.06, #E227600A $52,211.72, #5690A $58,725.76, #5674A $57,395.34. Not all used vehicles are First Certiﬁed. Ask dealer for details. Offer ends February 28, 2014.

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32,995

215 /

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2013 GMC TERRAIN SLE-1 FWD

2013 BUICK REGAL TURBO

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24,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

160 /

96 mo. @5.99%

29,995

2014 GMC HIGH SIERRA CREW CAB 4X4 #E223802

39,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

SAVE

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

9,155

195 /

96 mo. @5.99%

362 /

84 mo. @3.0%

37,995

2013 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLT CREW

42,995

84 mo. @2.99%

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

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5,260!

250 /

84 mo. @3.0%

2013 GMC SIERRA 3500 SLE CREW #D268930

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5,930!

187 /

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#D223829

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

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8,300

2014 GMC SIERRA INTIMIDATOR DBL CAB 4X4

#D100107

28,995

84 mo. @3.0%

$ OR

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15,275

284 /

96 mo. @5.99%

47,995

Bi-Weekly Inc. Taxes

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11,290!

315 /

96 mo. @5.99%

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J. RYBACHUK & Sons Trucking LTD has an immediate opening for a logging truck driver in the Sparwood/Elko area. Previous quad logger experience required. Fax resume to 250-425-0505 or e-mail to rybtrk@telus.net. KAMLOOPS based specialty lumber and panelized home company requires driver with hiab certiﬁcation and experience, must have US border crossing experience as well, professional attitude, class 1 driver licence, clean abstract and physically ﬁt. Send resume to dbaxter@troutcreekenterprises.com or fax to 250-314-1105

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Eyes International, Kamloops Best Optical Store, requires a part-time (16-24 hours per week) Optical Sales Assistant for its downtown Kamloops location.

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The ideal candidate will have several years experience in providing superior customer service in a retail setting or optical sales experience and be able to communicate with customers in a clear and positive manner. We will provide training in basic optics and frame selection process. The ability to easily learn technical information and a working knowledge of Windows based computer applications are required.

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NOW HIRING Valley Roadways Ltd. is hiring Company Drivers and Owner Operators to run Super B’s in BC/AB/SK/MB/NWT/. Fuel Cards, insurance, health beneﬁts and safety incentive program. Minimum 2 years experience required. Drop off resume and current drivers abstract to: 1115 Chief Louis Way, Kamloops Phone: 250.374.3467 or Fax: 250.374.3487 or email: careers@valleyroadways.com

Advertising Sales Manager Kamloops This Week a division of Aberdeen Publishing in beautiful Kamloops, BC. has an opening for an Advertising Sales Manager. You’ll join a high-energy sales team focused on delivering quality customer service to our clients and you will play an active role in that dynamic team. As Advertising Sales Manager you would be responsible for the following: s ,EADING DAY TO DAY OPERATIONS s )MPLEMENTING REVENUE INITIATIVES AND SALES STRATEGIES s -AINTAINING STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH EXISTING CLIENTS s $EVELOPING NEW ACCOUNTS s #OACHING STAFF THROUGH THEIR SUCCESS s 0ROVIDING SUPERIOR SALES LEADERSHIP Desired Skills and Experience This is a full-time permanent position ideal for someone who is: s 0ASSIONATE ABOUT SALES AND ADVERTISING s 0ROVEN IN 3ALES -ANAGEMENT AT LEAST YEARS s 3TRONG IN GUIDING DEVELOPMENT AND MOTIVATING STAFF s %NERGETIC AND DRIVEN REGARDLESS OF OBSTACLES s -OTIVATED BY SUCCESS s !DAPTABLE AND A CREATIVE THINKER Kamloops This Week is a company dedicated to their employee. We offer a competitive compensation and beneﬁts package and offer a career ﬁlled with growth and success! Please send resumes to: Kelly Hall, Publisher Kamloops This Week " $ALHOUSIE $RIVE +AMLOOPS "# 6 # 0 publisher@kamloopsthisweek.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Kamloops This Week is part of the Aberdeen Publishing Group

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We are currently seeking an active individual to join our team on a part time basis with opportunity for full time. We are a progressive organization providing therapeutic residential support to children & youth with challenging presenting behaviours. Successful applicant must be energetic, committed and willing to work ďŹ&#x201A;exible hours including â&#x20AC;&#x153;24 hourâ&#x20AC;? shifts. If you have relevant education and/or training, email your resume to: activecareserviceskamloops @gmail.com

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Help Wanted Driver to deliver Province newspapers to 4 stops in Logan Lake...Esso, Highland Valley Food, Petro Can and IDA. Pickup at Lac Le Jeune turnoff rest area at approx. 5am. Takes approx 1/2 hour to deliver. $25.00 per day. Call Dale 1-888-635-2296 To start immediately!

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Northern BC is a great place to live and work. Opportunities for year round work. Check out our job board and submit a resume to Macenna StafďŹ ng Services in Fort St. John BC www.macenna.com, apply @ macenna.com fax 250-7854795

North Enderby Timber is looking to hire for various positions including Millwright and/or Fabricator, Heavy Duty Mechanic and Electrician. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive beneďŹ t package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.

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Security Guards CONCORD SECURITY is looking to hire security professionals with a valid BST for its high proďŹ le Kamloops sites. Customer service experience desired. Excellent beneďŹ ts, ďŹ&#x201A;exible hours, great working environment, rewarding work. APPLY TODAY! www.concordsecurity.com or email recruiting@concord security.com with â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Kamloopsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the subject heading

WE have an immediate opening for a dynamic ďŹ replace salesperson for our busy store in Vernon. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the ďŹ replace industry, in either the retail or building sector, be comfortable in dealing with homeowners and contractors alike,and possess the drive and determination needed to excel in a fast paced environment. We offer an excellent starting salary and commission structure,as well as beneďŹ ts and RRSP plan. If interested in this position please reply in conďŹ dence to Bob.anderson@hbcvernon.ca

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HELP WANTED Ramada Kamloops is seeking a House Keeper. Position will begin as part time with a possible full time opportunity.

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Request For Tender Branding Plan / Style Guide As the producer of a diverse range of 12 programs and events, the Kamloops Arts Council is seeking to create a cohesive global brand identity that will tie in with the core KAC brand, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the art & soul of our community.â&#x20AC;? The Kamloops Arts Council is seeking a Creative Branding Firm to examine branding of its existing programs and recommend enhancements, and to create new brand identities for programs without existing ZMWYEP FVERHMRK (IEHPMRI JSV 6*4 1EVGL 8LI Â˝REP TVSHYGX SJ XLMW branding exercise will be a comprehensive Style Guide / Brand Book, to be delivered April 28, 2014. Due to the KACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heavy slate of projects and continual growth, the awarded company may be retained for future design work, including print collateral and website design. -J ]SY EVI E /EQPSSTW EVIE GVIEXMZI HIWMKR Â˝VQW [MXL EX PIEWX ]IEVWÂ´ I\TIVMIRGI 4VIZMSYW [SVO [MXL E RSR TVSÂ˝X SVKERM^EXMSRW MW TVIJIVVIH To request an information package, please contact Kathy Sinclair, Executive Director info@kamloopsarts.ca 7 seymour street w

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Adam Alexander & Associates has been retained, by the Nuxalk Nation, to assist them in their search for an Executive Director. The Nuxalk Nation (pronounced Nu-hawk) is located in a gem of natural beauty within the beautiful central coast of B.C. The region abounds and beckons nature lovers with pristine wilderness, crystalline rivers, temperate climate and outstanding adventures in nature. This challenging and rewarding career opportunity is the key member of the management team and will appeal to the professional that is knowledgeable and experienced in the senior management of First Nations programs and services. Reporting to the Chief and Council, the primary mandate of the position is to provide leadership, direction and overall management of the Bands business affairs, programs and services. The essential responsibilities will include: Acts as a resource to Chief & Council by providing advise and recommendations to ensure sound business decisions; Provides management, leadership and direction to all Department Managers to ensure proper program and service delivery; Plans, organizes, controls, reports and evaluates management systems, policies and operating procedures, and human resources management; Manages the Nuxalk Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall operating budget in conjunction with the Finance Manager; Liaises with various levels governments, agencies, industry leaders and business managers to further the goals and objectives of the Nuxalk Nation. The challenging responsibilities of this position will appeal to the professional who possess a university degree in Business, Public Administration or First Nation Governance ( MBA preferred), or equivalent, and is supported by a minimum of 5-7 years demonstrated senior management experience, preferably within a First Nations environment, including experience with funding agencies, culture, title and rights, and traditions. The successful candidate must also possess knowledge and experience in human resources management, ďŹ nance, economic development, capital projects and community planning. A demonstrated ability to deal effectively with all levels of the organization and community is a must. Other key requirements include a good working ability in negotiations, contract administration, excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, the ability to set and manage priorities and meet deadlines, proďŹ ciency team building, an ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external contacts, an ability to work collaboratively as a team, perseverance and resilience, a strong desire to succeed, an attention to detail and accuracy and good computer skills with Microsoft ofďŹ ce (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). The ability to adapt, undertake multiple tasks and respond quickly to changing priorities is imperative. If you possess the necessary qualiďŹ cations and skills, please forward your cover letter, resume and salary expectations, in strictest conďŹ dence, by Friday, March 21st, 2014, to: Adam Alexander & Associates C/o Bill W. Gallis, Senior Principal Human Resources Management Consultants 968 Nicola Street, Kamloops, B.C., V2C 2R9 bgallis@telus.net www.adamalexander.ca Please quote Executive Director in the subject line.

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HELP WANTED Light duty cleaner, 3 positions available. Duties include sweep, mop and polish floors, dust furniture, vacuum carpets and rugs, make beds and change sheets. Replenish supplies and restore stock, empty garbage. Full time 40hrs/week. Wages start at $14 per hour.

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HELP WANTED: CASHIERS to work at the souvenir kiosk at the 2014 Tim Hortons Brier at the Interior Savings Centre in Kamloops, March 1 - 9. Applicants must have extensive experience as a cashier. Must be available to work any day and flexible to work am or pm shifts. Rate of pay will be $14/hr plus a $2/hr bonus. Email resume to brier@eventmax.net asap, but no later than February 23.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING MANAGER. We are seeking a live in apartment manager in Kamloops, BC. The successful person or couple will have strong verbal and written skills. Sales oriented with strong computer skills, self motivation, a team player and a great leader. You will be responsible for the day to day operations of the 53 suite building which includes, but is not limited to the following: resident relations, marketing, occupancy, maintenance, operational and administrative systems. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please email your resume to central.city@telus.net.

EXPERIENCED DEALERSHIP SALES MANAGER We are in need of an experienced vehicle Sales Manager. Successfull applicant must be a self starter who is able to motivate and lead a sales team to achieving maximum sales performance, and maintaining our highest standard of customer satisfaction. VSA licence is required We offer an above average payplan and beneďŹ ts package. All applications are held in strict conďŹ dence. Please email your resume to george@kamloopsdodge.com or jade@kamloopsdodge.com KAMLOOPS

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FOOD, LIQUOR & APPLIANCE PRODUCT SAMPLERS Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income? Try part-time work as a contract Food Demonstrator 4 - 8 days a month in Kamloops grocery, drug, and department stores. Job Description: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. Availability: contracts would consist of 2-3 days on Fri. Sat. and/or Sun. (must be able to work all 3 days) from 11-5 or 6. Requirements: • Fully ﬂuent in English • Able to stand 6-7 hr.day • Own a car to carry supplies • Be well groomed & bondable • Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores.

J. WALSH & SONS • WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST. • WE ARE READY TO HIRE 2 FULL TIME TRADES PEOPLE. Willing to pay premium wages, top beneﬁts in industry. For the right person Substantial signing bonus. PLUMBER With gas ticket, sheet metal furnace install experience.

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We experienced, Weare arelooking looking for for an a dynamic individual reliable, organized & hardworking who likes to work in a high-paced Auto Detailer to join our team. Previous environment. Sales experience is not experience is required. Applicant must necessary but a positive outgoing know how to cut polish, undercoat, attitude is a must. Excellent incentive apply paint sealant rustproof. structure and great & benefit program.

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ADVERTISING Consultants: Our company is always looking for great sales representatives to add to our team. Our business requires a highly organized individual with ability to multi-task in a fun, fastpaced team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Excellent communication skills, valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are necessary. If you have a passion for the advertising business, are creative and thrive on challenges, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:khall@aberdeenpublishing.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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NEW AND PREOWNED VEHICLE SALES CONSULTANT NEEDED We are looking for a motivated, self starter with sales experience, VSA certified preffered. We offer a very competitive sales plan and benefits, along with full training and support. Forward resume in confidence to George Evans or Jade Domenichelli at Kamloops Dodge Email: george@kamloopsdodge.com or jade@kamloopsdodge.com KAMLOOPS

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Exempt — Full Time Due to a resignation, the City of Vernon is looking for a Director, Human Resources. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this position works closely with the CAO and the Directors Team to develop and enhance organizational culture. The HR Director provides strategic leadership and direction to the Corporation and Human Resources Division in the areas of Organizational Design and Development, Human Resources, Labour Relations, Payroll and Benefits, and Occupational Health and Safety. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is March 7, 2014. Please quote competition # 11-COV-14.

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SENIOR SOLICITOR ASSISTANT Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, Nixon Wenger LLP is one of the largest, fastest growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. Currently with 20 lawyers, we are a full service law firm working with clients across the province and into Alberta. Our firm is recruiting a dedicated professional for the permanent full time position of Senior Solicitor Assistant working in our Solicitors Department. The ideal applicant is someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who can deliver consistent and exceptional customer service. This position requires you to be highly organized, detail-oriented and you must have the ability to multitask and prioritize. While you will independently manage a number of administrative functions, you will work closely with a team of professionals to deliver outstanding service to our clients. You have the following: • Minimum 4-5 years experience as a Solicitor Assistant • Must have working knowledge in: • Estate Planning • Corporate reorganizations • Trusts • Commercial financing • Wills • Excellent technical, word processing & proof reading skills. • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. • Exceptional written and oral communication skills and a strong aptitude for client service. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce high quality work. • Experience working with MS Office Suite with the ability to edit documents, create reports and presentations. • Reliability. • Self starter who takes initiative. • Available to work full time, Monday-Friday. This is not a junior position and as such we are offering a moving allowance to relocate to Vernon, B.C.. Our community is nestled in the heart of the North Okanagan Valley and we encourage you to learn more about this region through the Living & Working in Vernon BC guide at the following link: http://www.vernon.ca/lifestyles/living_in_vernon/docs/SPC_brochure_ Oct2010.pdf Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits package, an RRSP program and a moving allowance. Nixon Wenger LLP welcomes your interest in this position and we invite qualified applicants to submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Thursday March 6th. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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Nicola Place Apartments. 2 bdrm. Avail Feb 1st. Clean, bright & secure building. Onsite parking. A/C Newly upgraded. On-site manager. Walking distance to downtown & bus stops. Suitable for retirees or seniors. NS, NP. Refs Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 250-372-9944.

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Free Items Free rocking chair cloth covered rust color in very good cond (250) 434-1722

Firewood/Fuel ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, ďŹ r & pine. Stock up now. CampďŹ re wood. (250)377-3457.

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Solid oak table $125, China Cabinet $185 Kitchen cabinet set $600 (250) 299-6477 STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca STEEL BUILDING. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The big year end clear out!â&#x20AC;? 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca WASHING machine Hot Point,com $375, 4 place dinner setting Blossom Time $900, 250-374-1252

Misc. Wanted Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Estates, Gold & Silver Coins + 778-281-0030 COLLECTOR looking to buy a coin collection. Also looking for coins, bars, medals, ingots from RC Mint, Franklin Mint, US Mint & others. Todd 250864-3521 I make house calls! Pay Cash for Jewelry any amount any condition. Costume, gold, silver, rhinestones, glass beads, broken chains, watches, coins/tokens Heidi (250) 858-9511 PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670

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Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM. quiet, clean, S. Shore apt. $675/mo. incl. heat, free laundry covered prking .NS, NP.573-2625 /778-220-4142 55+ building pet ok North Shore Lrg 1bdrm avail Mar 1st ref req 250-299-3883

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NORTH SHORE 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet building. Rents starting at $625 + utilities.

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SAHALI HOUSING COOPERATIVE Is now accepting applications for upcoming vacancies.

The Co-op is a 60 unit complex consisting of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses with fridge and stove, 3 levels, 1 bathroom and patio area. The Co-op is on the city bus route with access to parks, schools and shopping. Housing charges range from $800.00 - $900.00 a month, utilities are extra. Housing charge assistance is not available at this time. A share purchase of $1000.00 is required for membership in the Co-op.

Livestock 3 Black Angus Bulls and 1 York/Landrace X Boar for sale. (250)546-9766

FOR SALE OR TRADE for residential property in Kamloops. This very bright, fully furnished, three bedroom/two bath corner unit townhouse in Big White offers your very own hot tub on the patio, carport, high end furniture/appliance pkge, stacking washer/dryer and rock-faced ďŹ replace. Short stroll to Gondola, skating rink, tube park, Day Lodge. Ideal for family or as a revenue generator throughout the ski season. Strata fees only $155.00 per month. Call Don at 250-682-3984 for more information. Asking $189,000.00

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3bdrm cls to everything North Shore f/s, n/s/p $1100+util +ref 250-376-0113 4 Bdrm a/c Lower Sahali, close to Tru/shop $1550mo ref’s req’d 250-372-7695 ASHCROFT: SW Mobile: 2 bdrm, 1 bath. New S/F, A/C, W/D. 55 and older $650/mon. N/S Small pet ok. 250-3952906. Down Town renovated 2bdrm lrg liv rm, f/s, n/p, n/s, ref, $1200 (250) 828-0740 Lakefront Hefﬂey Lake 3bdrm f/s, w/d no pets, n/s $1200+util Avail now (250) 578-7529 Lower Sahali 6 bdrm $2000 or 5bdrm $2300 near TRU & hospital, w/d + util 250-372-3338, 819-3338. New 2bdrm, N Shore, W/D, n/s, n/p, prkg, quiet area. Prof cple. Ref req. $1250/mo Avail now 250-376-1421

2BDRM large N/S N/P Close to schools Working person pref’d $900 incl util 819-3368

1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $6000 obo (250) 376-5722

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Homes for Rent 2 Bdrm n/p/s RV parking, newly reno’d $1000mo+ dd unﬁn basement 250-828-0740

DOWNTOWN Motel Kitchenette units $750-$950 per month util included. TV and local telephone also included 250-372-7761 Room men only. Avail Immed, furn,w/d.s/f,tv,sitting rm util incl near Safeway $400 554-1244

Shared Accommodation 12kms from Savona - Shared MobileHome.Smokers ok $450 /mo. inclds utils 250-373-0047 Near TRU Rooms $325$355per month util inc semi furn (250) 377-1020 North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020 TRU student looking for roommate private bth $500 util incl cls to TRU (250) 319-2395

Suites, Lower 1BDRM Aberdeen, fully furn. Satt & util incl. NP/NS Avail immed.$850/mo 250-314-1011 1BDRM Schubert Dr. np/ns, refs reqd. $900/mo incld utils +cable, shd w/d 250-554-7714

Brock close to schools 2Bdrm n/s/p $1000mo avail Mar 1, 250-682-3199, 250-376-7869 Convenient Sahali location, bright 2/bdrm newly reno’d n/s inc cble $875 call or text 1604-616-6200 Cumfy 1bdrm. Close to University, Hospital. Perfect for student or quiet person. Excellent Location. ns/np Call now (250) 299-6477 Downtown day light 1bdrm w/d,n/s,n/p. Util incl $850 ref Avail now (250) 214-2273 Lg 1 bdrm Westsyde, aprox 950sq ft, private ent, $850mo incl util, ldry, cable, pvr, wi-ﬁ, n/s/p, avail immed, ref’s req’d call John 250-319-9641 Spacious new 2bdrm suite Batchelor area furn or un/furn 5appl view all util f/p, n/s, n/p $1299 avail now 571-2806

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1984 Chevy Short Box. $3500 obo (250) 573-5922 after 6pm or leave msg. Must See! 1986 GMC 4x4 1/2 ton v8 auto $3000 phone between 5pm & 8:30pm ONLY 250-377-8702 1996 GMC Suburban good shape runs great $3800obo Call (250) 571-2107 2004 Dodge Caravan. 140k 3.3L, trans r’blt @ 75k. 1-owner, $4800 obo 250-376-7255 Chev 2500HD 4x4 2004 ext cab long box, spray liner, 6,0L auto, tow pkg New 10ply tires 123,000km $10,500 828-0931

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By Virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, we will sell by public auction sale on March 1, 2014 the stored goods of the following to recover costs of unpaid storage and related charges. Monty Lind Amount Owing - $938.80 Devina Naidoo Amount Owing - $1,029.40 Don Andrews Amount Owing - $767.95 David Switzer Amount Owing - $634.90 Sale to be held at: 4 Corners Storage 1298 Kootenay Way Kamloops, BC 778-220-4444

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Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of KRISTINE LEIGH ZAWADUK, deceased formerly of 301A 490 Lorne Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 1W3, deceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Mair Jensen Blair LLP, 700 - 275 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 6H6, on or before March 31, 2014, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. DENNIS WILLIAM HAYES, Executor Mair Jensen Blair LLP Lawyers

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Take notice that David S. Cunliffe of 0946085 BC Ltd. has filed with the Chief Inspector of Mines pursuant to Section 10(1) of the Mines Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 293, a proposed mine plan together with a program for the protection and reclamation of the land and watercourses related to the proposed sand and gravel quarry (Ellie Pit) located at Lot A, DL 47,

KDYD Plan KAP8497 8km North of McLure, BC. Any person affected by or interested in this program has 30 days to make written representation to the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Energy and Mines, South Central Region, 2nd Floor 441 Columbia Street, Kamloops BC V2C 2T3. Yours Truly,

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‘We foresee a fairly busy year’ City hall is predicting permit values that near $200 million in 2014 After failing to hit its constructionvalue targets in 2013, Kamloops will see a busier 2014, the city’s head of development and engineering services is predicting. Marvin Kwiatkowski told the Central Interior chapter of the Canadian Homebuilders’ Association that the city gave out about $150 million in permits in 2013. That was below the 10-year average for permits and short of the city’s projected $160-million target for the year. Most of the discrepancy was due to a lack of large commercial or institutional projects that pushed construction permit numbers about $200 million in 2012, Kwiatkowski said. While the city had the Telus data centre, Wal Mart and Target renovations, as well as work at Thompson Rivers University and other large projects, to bump up totals in 2012, the one major project the city expected to issue some permits on — a new clinicalservices building at the Royal Inland Hospital — did not get past the site-

works stage in 2013. But even $20 million short of its projected targets, Kwiatkowski said the city looks good when compared to some communities of similar size. Prince George building-permit totals were around $116 million, while Nanaimo issued about $120 million in permits. While commercial construction was down from the previous year, Kwiatkowski said residential construction regained some steam and, in some cases, exceeded the city’s projected totals for 2013. Last year, the city issued permits for 503 dwelling units, above its yearly projection and ahead of what Kwiatkowski expects to see built in 2014. Kwiatkowski said the number of units built in the city peaked in 2005, but said that year’s numbers were buoyed by construction of residences at Thompson Rivers University. For 2014, the city expects to issue permits for 425 dwelling units. The majority of those units are expect-

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The North Shore was the hot spot to build in 2013. In keeping with previous years, half of the new dwelling units built in the city last year went up on the north side of the Thompson rivers. By neighbourhood, Brocklehurst was the city’s busiest site for residential construction, with 131 new

dwelling units — though a South Shore neighbourhood, Sahali, took the silver spot with 95 new units. The city’s other neighbourhoods came in as follows: • North Shore — 63 • Westsyde — 43 • Juniper Ridge — 42 • Aberdeen and Pineview — 37

BUILDING ON LAST YEAR

BY THE NUMBERS: In 2013, the City of Kamloops doled out more than $97 million in residential building permits, with a total of 503 units permitted. WHAT THEY BUILT: • 125 single-family dwellings • 20 mobile homes • 26 secondary suites • 20 duplex units • 249 multi-family apartment units • 17 multi-family single units • 12 multi-family duplex units • 34 multi-family tri-plus units

ed to be part of multi-family developments, many of which are on the horizon for 2014. Among the projects are a 50-unit development downtown, a 73-unit development in Pineview Valley and a 32-unit project in Juniper Ridge. “We foresee a fairly busy year in this regard,” Kwiatkowski said. Multi-family projects could account for about 350 of the units projected for

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2014, though Kwiatkowski said some of the permits won’t result in construction this year. “We don’t expect full buildout,” he said. “These are multi-phase projects. “But, we do expect to get about 225 units this year.” Overall, the city expects to hand out $180 million in building permits in 2014. Besides permits, Kwiatkowski’s department aims to launch several new initiatives this year to streamline application and information-gathering processes for the development public. Kwiatkowski said the city will launch online applications and payment services for plumbing permits and building-information requests. The city currently fields about 800 plumbing-permit requests and 1,700 building information requests a year. Kwiatkowski is also hoping to launch a “what’s happening in my neighbourhood” page on the city’s website, which will allow residents to check up on what construction projects — both city and private — are underway on their streets.

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Ungunk those gutters — it’s time for spring cleaning Has harsh winter weather damaged your home? Has snow clearing ruined your flower beds? Has the wind torn off some of your roof shingles? Spring brings lots of little fix-ups that need attention but, for most of them, you don’t need to be an expert in renovations. The exterior of a home usually needs preventive maintenance in the spring, once all risk of freezing has passed. A few simple tasks will be sufficient to improve the appearance and the value of your residence. FOUNDATIONS Check to ensure no new cracks have appeared and existing ones have not increased in size. Call in an expert to fill cracks and solve the problem once and for all. WINDOWS If the paint on windows, outside cladding, or the patio has peeled, the wood

is probably damp. Any rotten wood should be replaced before repainting. DRIVEWAY Examine your driveway and other paved surfaces, including those of indoor garages. Identify all the potholes and cracks in the asphalt that will have to be repaired. Stepping stones in walkways that have broken, chipped, lifted or sunk over the winter will need repair. GUTTERS Once the blossoms from spring-flowering trees have fallen, clean the gutters even if you did them in the fall. Take advantage of this extra cleaning to make sure the anchors aren’t loose and that your gutters are draining efficiently. Use a garden hose to detect any leaks and ensure that water drains freely through the downspouts and away from the house.

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just got easier First-time home buyers caught a break with the announcement of the provincial budget, released last month. On Feb. 18, the government announced a balanced budget, including an increased threshold for property transfer-tax (PTT) exemptions for first-time home buyers. Buyers can now spend up to $475,000 tax-free before

being taxed — a $50,000 threshold increase. The Canadian Home Builders Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC), the voice of the residential construction industry in Canada, applauded the government’s announcement. “CHBA BC has been lobbying for changes to the PTT for many years in an effort to make home

ownership more affordable,” said CHBA BC CEO Neil Moody. “This move, which comes into effect immediately, is a substantial increase on the previous threshold of $425,000. “It means an estimated 1,700 additional first-time home buyers will be eligible to save up to $7,500 in PTT when they buy their home.”

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So, you want to purchase a home! By Greg Peace • Mortgage Consultant • Mortgage Alliance Kamloops

uying a house can seem like a monumental task, but it can be a very easy and rewarding experience — provided you use the professionals in your community. Who are these professionals and why should you use them? If you let each of the following people take care of their area of expertise, your only worry will be how much pizza and beer you will need to supply to get that old hide-abed moved. • Real-estate agent: This is the person who will ensure you get the house of your dreams. Not only will they narrow your search so you don’t waste time looking at hundreds of homes that don’t meet your criteria, they will also write up the contract and help you negotiate the best price and terms. The cost is usually paid by the sellers, so you get the use of the agent’s professional services at no cost to you. • Home inspector: It’s always a good idea to know as much about what you are purchasing as possible. A home inspector will give you a detailed report on the house you are buying, so you will have a good idea of what shape it is in and what additional expenses you may encounter getting the home ready for your family to move into. The cost of their service is normally between $400 and $500.

• Appraiser: The professional appraiser will use his education and experience in the local market to give you their opinion on the fair market value of the property. The lender will use the information in the appraisal to ensure the price you have agreed on and the property give good value. Appraisal fees typically run between $250 and $300. • Lawyer/notary: They will make sure the title to the house is properly transferred into your name and will prepare and register the mortgage document. They will also explain your obligations as a homeowner and mortgage borrower. Their fees will be approximately $1,000 to $1,200. • Mortgage consultant: That’s what we do. Initially, we will get you pre-approved so you know how much you can afford to pay and what those payments will look like. Once you have found a house and made an offer, we will take care of the approval process and all the paperwork between you and the lender. We will spend as much time as you need so that you are comfortable with the whole process. We work whenever it is convenient for you, so you can call us day or night. In almost all cases, we are paid by the lender so, in addition to getting the best rate available to you, there is no cost for our service.

Here are your next few steps Now that you know the professionals involved, here are the steps to get you into your new home: • How much can you afford? Many people assume they should start shopping for a home as their first step. We all know this is much more enjoyable than crunching the numbers to see if the houses they are looking at are affordable, but it can be discouraging when you find your dream home and discover you really can’t afford it, or the monthly payments are more than you are comfortable with. For this reason, we suggest that you talk to your Mortgage Alliance consultant as the first step in buying a home. We will sit down with you and go over the mortgage process and talk about what lenders are looking for in terms of down payment, credit and income. We will explain what a mortgage is, the different terms and conditions available

from the various lenders and make you feel comfortable with the whole process. We will then let you know how much you can afford and what those monthly payments will look like. Finally, we will hold an interest rate to protect you against rising rates. • Start shopping Although this may seem like the fun part, it can be overwhelming trying to navigate the different neighborhoods, different types of properties and, possibly, the right schools to live by. This is where a good realestate professional comes in handy. They will meet with you, go over your wish list and be able to recommend a few properties to view. You will want to work with someone you feel comfortable with as you may spend a significant amount of time with them during the search. We have relationships with some great realtors and

will be happy to recommend one for you. • Offer to purchase When you find that perfect house, it’s now time to write the offer. You should call your mortgage consultant and give them the heads-up. We will give you a list of some necessary paperwork to get together and give you a good estimate of what the monthly payment will be, depending on the final purchase price your realtor negotiates. During this process, you will be working closely with your realtor to negotiate not only your best price, but also an acceptable closing date, any included items — such as appliances, window coverings, etc. — and any other conditions that are important to you. The realtor will also have included certain clauses the contract will be conditional upon, such as having your financing approved and your home inspection completed.

Viola! Welcome to your new abode Subject clause removal You will have a limited amount of time to get your conditional subject clauses removed. You will forward the documents we requested to us and we will send to the lender who will verify the information regarding your income and down payment that was shown on the original mortgage application. Your realtor will order a home inspection, if required, which will give an in-depth report on the house and will point out any issues that may arise. In most cases, the seller will fill out a disclosure statement about the house and you will have the opportunity to review this and ensure you are satisfied. Once you are comfortable with the conditions, you will remove these subjects and the deal becomes firm, meaning you and the seller are legally required to complete the transaction.

Completion This is the date money changes hands and you get the keys to your new house. A few days prior to this date, you will see a lawyer or notary to take care of the legal paperwork required to register your name and the mortgage lenders name on title. The possession date is typically the day following the completion date and is the day you will get access to your new house.

Moving in This is when you know who your real friends are. Congratulations — you have just bought a house! When you feel you are ready to start looking for a home, make your first call to your mortgage professional at Mortgage Alliance and we will take the time to go over the process so you are comfortable with your decision to proceed. If you are not yet in position to make the purchase, we will take the time to let you know what steps you need to take to get you qualified.

MORTGAGE ALLIANCE KAMLOOPS is pleased to announce that ERIN LAWSON has rejoined our team! Let Erin put the experience she has gained in her years working as a Mortgage Consultant to work for you. Contact her for advice and support with your current mortgage or for any new ﬁnancing needs.

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Get your yard ready for the warm weather The warm weather is just about here and that means one thing — spending lots of time in the backyard. But before summer arrives, take a moment to inspect your outdoor structures for winter damage. Without regular cleaning and maintenance, wooden patios, terraces, balconies and staircases will soon start looking worse for wear. Wood exposed to sunlight will eventually turn grey. Remove the dull colour, along with any nail stains and ground-in dirt, with a concentrated, bleach-free cleaning product. This will restore much of the wood’s original beauty and leave it looking brighter. By the same token, mould can be removed with a bit of household bleach diluted in water. Just rub in and rinse well. This is also the perfect time to check for wood rot. Any rotten planks, stairs or rails should be immediately replaced.

During your inspection, check to see if any nails have popped out due to expansion of the wood. You can pound them back in with a hammer or, even better, replace them with galvanized screws designed specifically for outdoor use. Protecting wood from ultraviolet rays and rain is the best way to protect your investment. For best results, use a stain or transparent, oil-based finish, or avoid discoloration and flaking with a long-lasting, semitransparent or solid-coloured stain. And, don’t forget to select a colour that will blend well with your home’s exterior. If it’s time to replace a patio, terrace, balcony or staircase, consider high-quality treated wood or an easy-to-maintain material such as vinyl, fibreglass or synthetic resin. Synthetic materials require minimal maintenance, leaving you more time to sit back and enjoy the warm weather.

Do you want to be as happy as this guy looks? Of course you do! So, do what the copy says and get your yard in shape when the snow melts.

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Anchor your landscape

10 tips for a beautiful outdoor space Stone and concrete substitutes have become essential design elements over the years. They’re durable, stable, require no maintenance and are easy to install. They are also a great way of really anchoring a landscape and highlighting certain elements. Stone is often used to build retaining walls, landings and terraced lawns, and to support elevated walkways, entries and patios. Blocks of genuine stone or its concrete imitation are perfect for building walls of different heights, or for demarcating flowerbeds and other landscape features. Paving stones come in various designs, which makes them perfect for creating sidewalks, patios, terraces and pool decks. They’re also ideal for luxurious entryways. Concrete slabs are being used more and more for

walkways, sidewalks, pool patios, elevated patios, rooftop terraces and other outdoor features. Both concrete and natural stone are used to construct durable and aesthetically pleasing steps. For those who weren’t born with a green thumb, here are the 10 most common pieces of landscaping advice: 1. When choosing annual or perennial flowers, read the labels carefully. A sun symbol means they are heat-resistant. 2. It may not seem as attractive, but taller grass will better tolerate the scorching sun, since the roots are better protected. 3. Just because a plant looks good, it doesn’t mean it has enough fertilizer. A lack of nutrients may prevent healthy growth or weaken its resistance to pests. 4. Cedar will never fully recover from a too-vigorous pruning. Avoid trimming off more than a third of each

individual branch. 5. When starting seeds indoors, use light potting soil. Heavier soil will smother the seedlings’ fragile, tiny roots. 6. New transplants need close observation. A transplant that seems healthy at first may go belly-up without the right amount of water, food and tender loving care. 7. Too much water, and roots will rot. Too little, and roots will dry out. Either way, the plant will die. 8. Some plants, such as roses, may break if not securely tied to their stakes. 9. Set a budget before you undertake any new garden project. It’s easy to get carried away when faced with all the choices at the garden centre. 10. Consult a landscape designer, particularly if it’s your first landscaping project. They have the skills to guide you toward the perfect choices for creating your unique style.

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Houseplants add a touch of spring Using houseplants to add beauty and grace to your home is easy if you have a green thumb, but it’s best to keep a few basic principles in mind. One good idea is to choose species whose needs correspond to your lifestyle. Ask yourself how much time you are willing to devote to their care and choose your plants accordingly. The second trick is to situate plants in appropriate locations within the home. For example, a large plant generally prefers to be placed in front of

a window two to three times its width and one and a half to two times its height. Plants that do well in the shade are good for low-light areas. You can also rotate plants between sunny and shady spots within the home, to decorate dim areas on special occasions. Groups of plants look better if they bear a certain resemblance to one another. If your plants are positioned her and there throughout the house, you can choose different sizes and shapes and a variety of textures and colours.

The trees are filled with chirping birds and the swallows have returned; that can only mean one thing — spring has finally arrived. Everyone has a light spring in their step and a smile on their face. Unfortunately, not everything is so attractive this time of year. When the last patches of snow finally melt off your lawn, you might find that your grass has lost some of its vitality during the long winter. But you quickly remember the unspoken battles you and your neighbours wage every summer, vying for the prestigious title of having the bestlooking lawn in the area. So with a determined shrug and a well-planned

to-do list, you hunker down and get a head start on the others.

TREES AND SHRUBS: • Remove protective winter coverings • Prune • Fertilize/compost • Add mulch • Clean under hedges FLOWERS: • Arrange borders • Uncover spring bulbs • Prepare ground covering • Divide and replant perennials • Fertilize

FRUITS/VEGETABLES: Plant fruit trees and bushes Add mulch When the f irst buds appear on the trees, plant cold-resistant vegetables Plant cabbage, leeks and f ine herbs Transplant cucumbers, melons, basil, peppers and tomatoes Plant garlic and onion bulbs When the warm weather has arrived for good, plant vegetables that are sensitive to the cold Set up supports and stakes for climbing plants Fertilize plants from time to time and water frequently

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Adding personal ﬂare Love lilac? Maybe you should paint a feature wall You’re unique; it shows in your attitudes, in your clothing, in your lifestyle. But does the interior of your home reflect your personality? For your home to become an extension of yourself, all you have to do is follow your passions, your interests and your tastes. LET PASSIONS GUIDE YOU Passions are a fertile source of inspiration. You’re a globe-trotter and you’d like to redecorate your living room? The souvenirs from your travels should take pride of place or an African mask brought home from Senegal could be the focal point of the decor. Is photography your passion? Why not cover your walls and your furniture with your most beautiful creations, carefully arranging the different frames? Old cameras could be used as bookends, blending in other reminders of this pastime which so enthrals you.

Interior decorating tips: • Every detail counts. Add some moulding and other architectural elements to highlight a room or transform a piece of furniture. • Consider everything else in the room when adding elements. • No matter how attractive the accessory, make sure it fits. • Choose furniture, fabrics, colours and objects that share your life practically and aesthetically. • If you opt for hiring an interior decorator, select a perceptive person capable of capturing your personality and tastes.

YOUR INTERESTS MATTER Your interests can also guide you in your choice of decorations. For example, if you’re inspired to become more Zen, stones, a fountain and other objects representative of this philosophy could be key elements in your bedroom or your bathroom. IT’S A MATTER OF TASTE Your tastes can also be used as a starting point when

decorating a room. For example, if lilac lac is your absolutely favourite colour, you could be daring and paint one or more walls this colour, ur, adding cushions and other fabrics abrics to bring out this shade which you love so much. And if you adore collecting things — such ch as antique bottles — nothing stops you from adding lots of shelves.

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