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SO YOU WANT TO BUY A HOUSE It’s a cliché, but true: A home is the most-expensive purchase you will ever make and, as such, deserves all your attention — and more.

This is where Kamloops This Week’s First-Time Home Buyer’s Guide comes into play.

Buying that first home is an exhilarating experience, but one that can be daunting, considering it is a time-consuming and, at times, complicated process.

From knowing where to look for prospective homes, to finding the right Realtor, to agreeing on

a lawyer to ensuring all paperwork is in place, the process is intricate.

So, sit back, relax and take your time exploring this publication.

In it, you will find all the information you need as you take that first step toward home ownership.

We have included a plethora of complementary data, such as questions to ask, mistakes to avoid and other resources to help you along.

Happy reading — now, turn the page and take the first step in finding your dream home!

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A QUICK SUMMARY In KTW's First Time Home Buyer's Guide, we have provided a range of tips for purchasing your first home.

Below you will find a quick guide to reference when you start your journey, ensuring you don’t miss a thing!

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1. Know the market: June sales 2. Expert Advice: Realtor 3. Know the market: July sales 4. Expert Advice: Mortgage broker 5. Finding a home 6. Important links/government programs 7. Consider insurance costs 8. Learn the language/where to look 9. Making an offer 10. Hiring a home inspector 11: Closing the purchase

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ARE YOU READY TO PURCHASE? If you’re thinking about buying some property soon, you have taken the first of many steps towards making it a reality.

According to Verge, prospective buyers should determine a few things before jumping in as follows: Is home ownership right for me?

Owning property comes with a great deal of responsibility. Household maintenance, unexpected repairs and expenses, seasonal upkeep – tending to these duties requires time and money. If you are prepared for the challenges, home ownership may be right for you.

Am I financially ready?

Start by figuring out how much you can afford. Then, determine how much is required for a down payment and closing costs, as well as monthly mortgage payments and other expenses like utilities, insurance, property taxes and maintenance.

If you have a reliable income, emergency savings, your debts are under control, and your

credit history is in good shape, you are financially ready for home ownership.

What kind of home do I want?

Before deciding to buy a detached or semidetached house, a condo or other form of home, consider your lifestyle, current and anticipated needs, and your budget.

Create a prioritized list of features that you are looking for. Finding the right place involves balancing your “must-haves” with your “nice-tohaves”.

How do I get ready for the first steps?

Once you have decided on the kind of home you want and what you can afford, you are ready to start shopping. After you’ve looked at a few properties, you’ll become more comfortable with the process. A Realtor can also show you a list of homes that sold recently in the area, giving you even more market knowledge.

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GET TO KNOW THE MARKET J U N E

$352,000 Kamloops and district median residential price

$380,000

S A L E S

Statistics provided by Kamloops and District Real Estate Association

Number of residential sales by category, top three

$280,000 to $320,000 . . . 40 $320,000 to 360,000. . . 38 $360,000 to $400,000 . . . 34

Kamloops only median residential price

520

New residential listings

2,117 Active listings

Single family: 1,476 Multi-family: 516 Mobile home: 125

Residential sales by sub-area, top three

Brocklehurst . . . 32 Sahali . . . 25 Westsyde . . . 24

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EXPERT ADVICE HELPING YOU GET STARTED: WHAT TO CONSIDER There are many things to consider when purchasing a home.

It is a daunting task finding a home, even for the experienced homebuyer.

As a first-time homebuyer, the most important thing to do is to get someone on your side.

This means hiring a Realtor you trust.

Your Realtor should offer you a list of professional contacts that will help you navigate through the maze that is purchasing a home.

There are many different things to consider when purchasing a home, and every type of property can be different.

Through years working in this industry I have been able to develop a resource book and provide it to all of our purchasing clients.

This tool has been useful to not only myself and my team, but also our clients.

KIRSTEN MASON We find it helps clarify things and keeps you the buyers on track.

Buyers should ask their Realtor for a checklist or Although buying a home is stressful, it is an resources to help them understand the process. exciting time. Try to have fun with the process.

The second most important thing a buyer needs to do is get prequalified by a mortgage Kirsten Mason is a Realtor with Century 21 Desert professional.

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The last thing I want is for my client to fall in She also publishes a blog on the Kamloops love with a home, only to find out they actually real estate market, which is updated regularly: can’t buy it. kamloopsrealestateblog.com Being prequalified ensures once the perfect home comes along, you will know the financing will be a breeze.

Knowing what your budget is also ensures you are looking at homes within your price range.

This also avoids the heartbreak of picking a home you can’t actually afford.

Finally, keeping an open mind is key.

What you initially define as the ‘must haves’ in your home, may not match up with the home you fall in love with.

Be flexible and look at homes that may not exactly match your criteria.

Your Realtor is an excellent resource here.

They have seen countless houses and they can help guide you to the perfect property.

Your Realtor can also save you time by helping you weed out the properties that won’t suite you before having to view.

They also should know information about different neighborhoods that may help shape your opinion on the location of your search.

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As a first time homebuyer, the most important thing to do is to get someone on your side.

This means hiring a Realtor you trust.

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GET TO KNOW THE MARKET J U L Y

S A L E S

$353,000

Statistics provided by Kamloops and District Real Estate Association

Residential sales by category, top three

$320,000 to $360,000 . . . 41 $360,000 to $400,000 . . . 33 $240,000 to $280,000 . . . 29

Kamloops and district median residential price

$367,500 Kamloops only median residential price

495

Residential sales by sub-area, top three

2,137

New residential listings

Sahali . . . 37 Brocklehurst . . . 25 Aberdeen . . . 22

Active listings

Single family: 1,483 Multi-family: 535 Mobile home: 119

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EXPERT ADVICE YOUR MORTGAGE: THE FIRST STEP The first step in the home-buying process is to obtain a pre-approval with your mortgage broker.

They will look at your income, debts, down payment and credit history and the pre-approval they give will guarantee an interest rate valid for up to 120 days.

This process will determine what you can afford so that you know what price range of homes you should be targeting.

Your mortgage broker will ask you a series of questions and have you provide documentation to verify your income and down payment.

Your credit score will be one of the most important factors in determining if you can purchase a home.

If you have missed payments on loans or credit cards it will signal a higher risk to a lender and may affect your ability to get a mortgage.

Your down payment can be as little as five per cent of the purchase price and can come from savings, RRSPs if you are a first-time home buyer, investments and funds gifted to you by a family member.

For example, a purchase price of $300,000 will require a minimum down payment of $15,000.

Additional money for closing costs, such as legal fees and title insurance, will also be required and your mortgage broker can help you determine what these costs will be.

If your down payment is less than 20 per cent of the purchase price you will need to purchase default insurance through either CMHC, Genworth or Canada Guaranty.

The amount of the insurance is included in the mortgage so you don’t need to pay this up front.

Default insurance will protect the lender if you are unable to make your payments in the future.

Once you have determined affordability you can start the house hunting process.

Your mortgage broker works with other professionals in the industry and can provide referrals for Realtors and lawyers if you don’t already have one.

Tanya Evans is a mortgage consultant with Mortgage Alliance Kamloops. mortgagealliance.com

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Your down payment can be as little as five per cent of the purchase price and can come from savings, RRSPs if you are a firsttime homebuyer, investments and funds gifted to you by a family member.

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FINDING A HOME WHERE DO YOU WANT TO LIVE?

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF OWNERSHIP?

• Urban, suburban or country?

• Will you need to commute? Do you need access to public transit? How much will commuting cost?

• Are there schools nearby? How will your children get there?

WHAT TYPE OF HOME DO YOU PREFER?

• Single-family detached homes stand alone on their own lot.

• Single-family semi-detached homes are joined on one side to another home.

• Duplexes contain two single-family homes, one above the other.

• Row houses (townhouses) are several singlefamily units, located next to one another and joined by common walls.

• Other types of homes include stacked townhouses, link or carriage homes, condominiums and co-op apartments.

Freehold: You own the land and house and are responsible for everything inside and outside of the home.

Condominium ownership: You own your unit and share ownership of common spaces. The condominium association is responsible for upkeep of the building and common interior elements, such as halls, elevators, parking garages and the grounds.

You pay a monthly fee to the condominium association to cover maintenance costs. The fee varies but can often include utilities, TV services and taxes. You may also have to buy or rent your parking space.

Condos often have strict rules regarding noise, use of common areas and renovations to units. Be aware of your condo’s rules before putting in an offer.

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The first time home buyera $5,000 nonrefundable income tax credit on a qualifying home. The credit provides up to $750 in tax relief to assist first-time buyers with purchase costs.

For more information, check the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) website at cra-arc.gc.ca.

HOMEBUYERS’ PLAN

The Home Buyers’ Plan is a one-time withdrawal up to $25,000 from a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) by first-time buyers to help purchase or build a home. Generally, you have to repay all withdrawals from your RRSP within 15 years.

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CONSIDER INSURANCE COSTS Purchasing a new property, especially for the first time, presents many questions.

After separating the must-haves from the wish-list, finding the right real estate agent, and calculating how much you can afford, getting insurance for the new home is often left to the end, or only considered after the papers are signed and the move-in plans are underway.

“The type and location of home you buy can have a significant impact on your insurance premium,” says Wayne Ross, insurance expert at Aviva Canada.

“By looking at a new home through the eyes of your insurance company, you could save thousands in home insurance premiums.”

Ross offers four simple tips to keep insurance in mind when shopping for your dream home: Explore the location: Neighbourhoods with lower crime rates, no history of water damage and that are close to fire stations are kinder to your insurance premiums.

Think warm thoughts: Check out the heating system installed

in the home. Oil tanks can cause expensive environmental damage if they leak while gas furnaces and electric heat are much less risky.

If you heat with oil, you’ll likely pump more money into your premium.

Some things are better new: Houses with more recent heating, electrical and plumbing systems are less susceptible to fire and other dangers, and result in lower premiums.

Also search for an updated roof and look for signs of wear and tear.

Examine your extras: Adding upgrades such as swimming pools or hot tubs can increase your chance of liability – and therefore your insurance costs.

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Buyer Agency Agreement: Establishes a formal and exclusive relationship between the potential buyer and the broker and its representatives.

Closing Date: The date on which the title and keys to the property are transferred from the seller to the buyer, and the money is paid.

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WHERE TO LOOK Open Houses, come on in Open houses are a great way to see inside the homes of your potential neighbourhood. If a Realtor is hosting the open house, he or she probably knows the local market inside and out and will be happy to answer your questions.

Realtors have access to incredible househunting tools called MLS systems, which are operated by real-estate boards across Canada. You can view publicly available information about MLS listings at realtor.ca. Your Realtor can start sending you listings of potential homes right away.

Most listings will have multiple photos — and some even have moving 360-degree views. And, with the interactive mapping feature, you’ll be amazed how fast and easy it is to zero in on your favourite few homes.

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MAKING AN OFFER Are you finally ready to make an offer?

Here’s what you need to know.

WHAT IS AN OFFER?

An offer is a formal, legal agreement to purchase a home and is legally binding once accepted by the seller.

Offers to purchase a home can be made conditional on factors such as financing or a home inspection. If any of the conditions are not met, you can change or cancel the offer, even if the seller has already accepted it.

DO YOU HAVE YOUR MONEY READY?

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your offer. The amount varies based on the home’s purchase price and the market.

DO YOU HAVE UP-TO-DATE IDENTIFICATION?

The federal Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) requires Realtors to identify clients involved in the buying and selling of real estate.

Realtors need to record your name, address, date of birth and occupation for their files which are kept for at least five years.

They need to see valid government- issued ID. The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) provides more information about the Act on its website: fintraccanafe.gc.ca.

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MAKING AN OFFER PREPARING THE OFFER

Realtors can prepare the offer for you.

Here are some terms you’ll see in the offer: Buyer: That’s you.

Seller: The present owners.

Purchase price: The most important number.

Let’s hope the seller goes for it!

Deposit: A cheque you write to the seller or the seller’s broker.

This is your way of saying, “My offer is serious.”

The size of the deposit is up to you.

Chattels included and fixtures: Be sure you know what is included with the house — the washer and dryer, the microwave, draperies, light fixtures. Don’t leave anything to chance.

Irrevocability of the offer: The length of time you give the seller to consider your offer. Usually less than 48 hours.

Completion date: The glorious day you take possession!

Often 30 or 60 days after signing.

Clauses particular to this agreement:

Every transaction is unique and you may want to add conditions that are important to you, such as a proper home inspection.

Your Realtor can help ensure no details are overlooked in your offer.

Submitting the offer: You’ve signed on the dotted line and your Realtor has provided your offer to the seller.

The seller can accept your offer.

Fantastic, when do you move in?

The seller can reject your offer.

It’s not common for an offer to be completely rejected. If it was, your Realtor can investigate why and see if there was some misunderstanding.

The seller can “sign back” or counter your offer.

The seller wants to alter some part of your offer — most likely the price.

The seller will cross out the price on your offer and write a higher number — or delete or alter some conditions.

Now it’s your turn to sign back with any additional changes or your acceptance of the counter-offer.

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HIRING A HOME INSPECTOR Homebuyers and sellers will do well to know a thing or two about the process of home inspections.

Making informed decisions about the home you hope to buy, or the one you plan to sell, is an important step as part of your financial considerations.

“You’ll want to be aware of the processes around home inspections and know what they do and do not normally cover,” says Lincoln Thompson, a broker-owner with Royal LePage.

“Defects or problems can factor into your pricing considerations and negotiations.

“Conversely, as a seller, you may choose to have an inspection and undertake repairs before you list your home.

“As a buyer, you can include repairs identified in the inspection to amend the purchase agreement in a variety of ways.”

Here are key guidelines to help along the way: • A home inspection is a visual assessment and report based on what is observed on a certain day.

As such, a home inspector cannot see or find everything.

For example, they may not be able to inspect certain areas concealed by snow.

• As a buyer, you are paying for an objective opinion on the home.

If the inspector comes on referral from your agent, a good agent will ensure the inspector understands that you are the client.

• Understand the parameters of the home inspection and that having one is not a warranty

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or guarantee.

• There is no such thing as a perfect house.

Don’t be concerned if the inspection reveals some problems.

Use this information as part of your negotiations, or as a seller, have an advance inspection and take care of necessary repairs before you list the home. Buying or selling a home can be a rewarding experience.

When you get the facts and can expect the best from the people who are there to advise you, a home inspection is an important tool in your decision making.

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Go with a qualified professional: Make sure your inspector is a member of a recognized professional organization.

It helps provide some assurance they have the training and experience for the job.

What will they check during the inspection?

Plumbing and electrical systems, the roof, visible insulation, walls, ceilings, floors, windows and the integrity of the foundation.

They also check for lead paint, asbestos, mould, outdated and dangerous wiring and evidence of pests like mice or termites.

Join the inspection: Get up close and familiar with your new home.

If any problems are detected, you’ll see them first-hand and learn some maintenance tips from a pro.

You’ll get it in writing: Their report will summarize the condition of your home.

Home inspection for a new home?

New does not equal perfect and construction quality can vary greatly from builder to builder.

In some provinces, repairs and corrections in new homes may be covered by a government- or industry-sponsored warranty program.

The best way to learn more details about your new home is to have it inspected beforehand.

Make a conditional offer based upon a satisfactory home inspection, as this is an increasingly standard condition on any resale home. If the seller doesn’t want you closely examining the home before you take possession, you have to wonder why.

CLOSING THE PURCHASE Your offer has been accepted and you can’t wait to move in — but, don’t break out the bubbly just yet — you have to close the deal.

Your Realtor and lawyer will do most of the closing work, but here’s your checklist: 1. Immediately begin satisfying any conditions of the agreement that require action on your part.

Your Realtor can fill out the documents stating the conditions have been satisfied.

2. Have your lawyer begin searching title to the property. This can take a while, so make sure you allow ample time.

3. Well before closing, get your homeowner’s insurance to be effective on your closing date. Your insurance broker will give you a "binder" letter certifying you are covered.

You can’t get a mortgage without this letter!

4. Contact your lender and have them finalize your mortgage documents. Have your lawyer review them before you sign.

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The CHBA Central Interior has a strong tradition of excellence.

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Steve Powrie and Bill Sundhu are as confused as everyone else at the pumps.

With falling oil prices and rising gasoline costs, the federal candidates for the Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo region say they struggle to keep up with the latest reasons for the numbers.

“We think like everybody else — it’s ludicrous that we’re paying the same price, if not slightly higher at times . . . as when the price of a barrel of oil was $140, and we’re down to $41,” said Liberal candidate Powrie.

“We hear all these excuses about downed refineries and supply and demand and everything else, but the fact is, when you cut the price-per-barrel of oil by that much, there should be a huge buffer zone to accommodate a closed refinery or decreased stocks.”

Sundhu, too, is frustrated with skyrocketing fuel costs and said the Conservatives’ anti-competition regime for investigating, prosecuting and punishing price-fixing lacks “real teeth.”

“Every time I fill up at the pumps, I’m shocked by how high price has risen,” the New Democrat candidate said in an email to KTW. See PRICE POINTS, A6

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KTW reader Ron Edward caught this stunning sunrise on the weekend as our star appeared amidst the thick smoke from Washington state fires that has filled the Thompson Valley. An Environment Canada/Interior Health Authority smoky-skies advisory was enacted on Sunday and is expected to continue into today. The good news is that the forecast calls for the smoke to move out tomorrow, revealing sunny skies and a high of 31 C. For more information on health tips for coping with the third smoky-skies advisory of the summer, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com.

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City utilities manager Mike Firlotte said the North and South Thompson rivers are nearing historical lows.

While the city has seen flash flooding this summer, the rains haven’t been enough to bring up river levels or recharge the aquifers.

The South Thompson region has been at a Level 4 drought rating since late July, the highest possible rating in the province. The province bumped the North Thompson region up to the same drought rating earlier this month.

A Level 4 drought occurs when the water supply is insufficient to meet socio-economic and ecosystem needs.

The province encourages voluntary or regulated conservation and allows for the suspension

of water licences, if necessary.

While he said the city doesn’t have to worry as much as other communities about a lake of supply thanks to the Shuswap Lakes, Firlotte said the low water levels, combined with hot summer weather, are creating a dangerous environment for migrating fish.

The city’s parks and recreation department will water less at civic facilities and parks while the voluntary restrictions are in place, and Firlotte said if residents and businesses do the same, it should be enough to cut usage by 30 per cent.

“It’s just looking at our irrigation practices a bit and being aware of what we’re doing outside the home,” he said.

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TNRD rep wants grasshoppers halted has Gillis seeking a meeting with Minster of Agriculture Norm Letnick at next month’s convention of the Union of B.C. Municipalities, in hopes of reinstating the Grasshopper Control Act. Gillis said the act, which was repealed in 1998, applied a grasshopper tax to rural areas where the pests had been shown to be a problem. The monies collected each season by the provincially-managed program gave landowners the resources necessary to deal with the insects in problem years.

“It strikes me that, because of that, it should be self-funding,” Gillis said.

“I can’t imagine why it was repealed in the first place.”

Without the act, Gillis said landowners are left with little recourse for managing growing grass-

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Ken Gillis has seen firsthand the scourge of the grasshopper.

Last year, it was a field in Ashcroft, a rulerstraight line marking where the healthy, green alfalfa gave way to the grasshopper-ravaged crops.

This year, Gillis, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District’s Area L (Grasslands) director, has seen the pests destroy properties in Pritchard and take over land across his region.

“In some areas of our regional district, certainly in my area, the grasshoppers have reached plague proportions,” he said.

It’s the plague of the grasshoppers that

hopper populations, which can easily get out of control in drought-like conditions.

Throughout the summer, a number of Alberta counties have declared agricultural disasters because of minimal rain and larger-than-normal grasshopper populations.

Gillis hasn’t yet sought the support of other regional districts, but will, should it come to that.

“I remember reading about the locusts in the drought years of the 1930s and the damage that was inflicted on the prairie provinces,” Gillis said.

There is no taxonomic distinction between locusts and grasshoppers.

“I can understand it now, I’ve seen it with my own eyes,” he said. “They can absolutely devastate an area.”

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ICS CEO on leave after being charged with assault The CEO of Interior Community Services (ICS) has taken a leave of absence after being charged with assault in connection to a domestic incident.

Kelly Kelland’s charge stems from a July 8 incident at a home in Monte Creek.

Her next court appearance is Aug. 31.

Tracy Hoot, chairwoman of the ICS board, released the following statement yesterday: “The board of directors for Interior Community Services would like the community to

know that we are in full support created by the couple. of Kelly Kelland and expect that Kelland was inducted into the she will be fully exonerated of the Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame in charges currently before 2011, when she was 48, the courts. following her time play“In the meantime, we ing softball at Ohio State respect her decision to University, where she set take a leave of absence for the university record for the interest of the agency, strikeouts in a season and until this private matter is where she also earned a KELLY resolved.” teaching degree.

KELLAND Along with her duties as Kelland was a member CEO of Interior Community of Team Canada’s softball Services, Kelland and her partner team at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic have a website that promotes Summer Games. a company called Attainable Kelland lived in Australia and Art, which features pottery Vancouver before arriving in

Kamloops in 1990.

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It offers support and services to approximately 1,100 people every day, from infants to seniors.

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NEB hearings postponed The National Energy Board (NEB) hearing panel for Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline-expansion project — which would see the pipeline twinned through Kamloops — is postponing oral summary arguments, previously scheduled in Calgary on Aug. 24 and in Burnaby from Sept. 9 to Sept. 30.

Kinder Morgan has filed the direct written evidence prepared by Steven Kelly and IHS Global Canada Limited in support of its application for NEB approval of the project.

However, on July 21, Kelly was appointed to the NEB by the Conservative government, an appointment that takes effect on Oct. 13.

The hearing panel has decided to strike the evidence prepared by Kelly from the hearing record The hearing panel has directed Kinder Morgan to provide a list identifying all evidence prepared by Kelly and to tell the NEB whether it plans to replace this evidence.

“The Harper government’s last-minute attempt to stack the National Energy Board with energy industry cronies has backfired,” said Sven Biggs of ForestEthics Advocacy in a statement.

“The NEB did the right thing and acknowledged that this appointment may — in their own words — ‘raise questions about the integrity of this hearing process.’”

“This is a scandal, like the Senate scandal, that shows the Prime Minister’s Office is manipulating independent government processes to forward their own political agenda,” Biggs said.

“And, just like the Senate hearings, this process has now just blown up in their face, once again showing us that the prime minister puts his personal political interest ahead of the public interest.”

The NEB hearing panel will address the next steps in the project hearing after receiving and considering all information and requested comments as outlined in the decision letter.

The National Energy Board is an independent federal regulator of several parts of Canada’s energy industry.

Its purpose is to regulate pipelines, energy development and trade in the Canadian public interest.

Alzheimer’s study has Kamloops link A medical team in Kamloops and the UBC Brain Institute will be studying a new drug treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

Dr. Miranda Du Preez will be working with the Medical Arts Health Research Group on the research study.

It is looking for participants between the ages of 55 and 85 who have been diagnosed with mild Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment or who have experienced gradual change in their memory function over more than six months.

Participants will also need a friend, relative or caregiver willing to take part in the study.

Donna Benson, CEO of the research group, said much of the ongoing work is looking at identifying biomarkers that are linked to the disease spectrum.

The study is open to anyone in the Interior.

For more information, call 1-888-490-4320 or go online to healthresearch.ca.

DAVE EAGLES/KTW Jamie Spence (centre) and Shauna Lambert (right) were among those in Kamloops photographed by Tim Van Horn of the Canadian Mosaic Project.

CAPTURING CANADA AT 150 By 2017, Tim Van Horn of the Canadian Mosaic Project will have spent nine years taking photos of 54,000 Canadians in all 13 provinces and territories ADAM WILLIAMS

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hrough the lens of a camera, Tim Van Horn has sought the Canadian mosaic.

As the photographer and director of the Canadian Mosaic Project snapped portraits of people on the streets of Kamloops last week, he came one step closer to finding it.

“On my end, I sort of see myself on this pilgrimage, to embrace the culture, embrace the people and bring us together into this true life story of who we are,” Van Horn told KTW. “I honestly believe this is my calling, that this is something I have been working towards my whole life.”

Since Van Horn embarked on his journey to chronicle the nation and its people in 2008, his Canadian Mosaic Project has evolved into a massive visual story of Canadian life.

In his quest, he has stood on more than 1,000 street corners in all 13 provinces and territories and has photographed 41,000 people. His goal is to hit 54,000 by 2017 — 0.150 per cent of the country’s population in its 150th year — portraits that will be combined to create a mosaic representing Canadian life and culture.

“The Canadian mosaic is a word, but where is the face that goes with it?” Van Horn asked.

It has been nearly seven years since he left his home in Red Deer to begin the project. Originally set to be a year-long journey across the nation, the project has evolved as Van Horn has crisscrossed the nation nearly six times, covering thousands of kilometres.

The 46-year-old was a commercial photographer before embarking on his pilgrimage. Taking pictures is what he has always wanted to do, but there was a day he decided he had had enough with corporate offices and glamour shots.

“I had one month where I was either going to shoot the Royal Bank agricultural calendar or go see 40 grain elevators that were going to be smashed,” Van Horn said.

He chose the grain elevators.

Before long, Van Horn was travelling around Alberta in search of the familiar structures, staying one step ahead of their demolition for four years as he documented an important piece of Prairie life.

Van Horn never went back to corporate life, instead embarking on one photography project after another.

He published a photo book for Alberta’s centennial called I Am Alberta and put 2,500 of them in schools and libraries across the province.

Another book, A New Canada, is set to be published as the Canadian Mosaic Project is completed, with 150 pages documenting the nation’s cultural character.

Van Horn tours the country in a motorhome, the portraits of 25,000 of his subjects — just a fraction of his collection — plastered on the exterior to form mosaics of flags and maple leafs.

But, his accommodations weren’t always so comfortable. For more than three years, he travelled Canada in a van in which he couldn’t stand up, sleeping without heat and putting his groceries on the roof to stave off rot for a few more days.

When his knees could no longer handle the crouching and crawling, Van Horn traded his rig for a hard-top van that didn’t force him to crouch.

“This is what you do for your art. This is what you do to succeed,” he said. “You have to suffer in order to relish those moments that are gifted.”

Even now, Van Horn isn’t making money with the Canadian Mosaic Project. He said something as beautiful as Canada’s national identity shouldn’t have a logo on it and thus he has shunned any sort of corporate or government funding for the project.

The project is financed entirely by donation, supporters sponsoring a kilometre for $20. Every cent goes into either Van Horn’s fridge or gas tank, getting him and his vehicle to the next destination.

Once he’s finished with his portraits, Van Horn plans to tour the country in what he calls the Canadian Pavilion — a 40-foot bus wired for multimedia and sound and wrapped in the Canadian Mosaic Project. The photos will be interwoven with 13 ribbons of text — one for each province and territory — filled with inspirational quotes, words of wisdom and encouragement.

The bus will stop at schools, on main streets and at special events along the way. Van Horn hopes to inspire the nation and its young people to find their purpose, celebrate Canadian culture and promote harmony of Canada’s people.

“What I’ve learned is, we need inspiration in this country,” Van Horn said. “I see it as taking this thing and not saying Canada is the best country, but going and saying, ‘Hey, this is your life, this is how beautiful it is, this is the philosophy of life and living.’”

To learn more about the Canadian Mosaic Project, go online to canadianmosaic.ca.

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Fare Change Parks plan eyes Effective September 1, 2015 pickleball, ice track • Adding an outdoor skating track; • Installing eight pickleball courts STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com set between the park’s existing tennis courts More public plazas, wider trails In Waterfront Park, located and an outdoor skate track are all still between Riverside and Pioneer, in the works for the city’s riverside the city wants to build a new viewparks, but when — and if — those ing platform on the riverbank and improvements will become reality upgrade pathways and lighting. remains to be seen.

Pioneer would get a new path, Kamloops city council took a look this week at a draft plan for Riverside, basketball and volleyball areas, updated washrooms, a picnic shelter Waterfront and Pioneer parks. and better boat launch parking.

The plan includes a variety of Not every councillor relishes the community suggestions for the three idea of more amenities in the parks. parks that line the South Shore, Denis Walsh doesn’t think the city gathered should earlier this take year. away any While more of Have you read the draft parks plan? there are Riverside’s no dollar What do you like? Dislike? green commitspace, ments suggesting attached editor@kamloopsthisweek.com pickleball to the courts plan at replace an this point, parks planner Mike Doll said city staff existing tennis court and saying a wading pool should go to the North Shore. will be asking council to sign off on a “I really want to see that park to $50,000 per year budget increase for be a passive green space park,” Walsh the parks later this fall. said, pointing to a community garden The money was asked for duras another example of infringement. ing budget talks earlier this year, but “It’s a huge chunk of green space council held off on agreeing to the we’ve lost to this garden, which is dollars until a plan was in place. green, but you can’t access it.”

Proposed improvements for Parks, recreation and culturalRiverside Park in the plan include: services director Byron McCorkell • Moving the concession stand said the wading pool would not take and a family washroom to Heritage up new space, but would replace a House; • Widening the Rivers Trail to three portion of the existing water park not metres; well used.

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“It doesn’t make sense to me — oil prices are dropping, but gas prices continue to soar,” Sundhu said.

Powrie went as far as to say he would be in favour of some

NORTH SHORE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA ASSOCIATION TO RE-ESTABLISH A LOCAL AREA SERVICE

The North Shore Business Improvement Area Association (NSBIA) has requested Kamloops City Council re-establish a Local Area Service, in accordance with Section 215 of the Community Charter, and designate properties for the purpose of raising funds to enable the Association to conduct business promotion schemes within the NSBIA. The NSBIA includes the area shown boldly outlined:

It is the intention of the City of Kamloops to re-establish the NSBIA and designate all properties that fall within Property Tax Classes 5 and 6 for the purpose of imposing an annual levy for a period of four years commencing in 2016. The maximum total amount to be raised during the four-year period will not exceed $696,630, and the amount raised annually will not exceed: 2016

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Based on 2015 assessed values, a rate of $0.70999 per $1,000 of assessed land and improvement values would be required to raise the sum of $169,019. Any change in assessed values would, of course, vary the amount of the levy.

All funding raised by the imposition of the levy may only be spent by the NSBIA for projects provided for in the Association's annual budget, which must be approved by the members of the Association at its Annual General Meeting prior to submission to City Council for annual approval.

City Council intends to proceed with the establishment of the North Shore Business Improvement Area and designation of a local area service for the purpose of raising the funds UNLESS WITHIN 30 DAYS after the second publication of this notice (August 25, 2015) a majority of the owners, representing at least 50% of the parcels and at least 50% of the assessed value of land and improvements that would be subject to the local service tax, petition City Council not to proceed. Please note that where there are two owners of a property, by legislation they must be considered as one owner only; if there are more than two owners of a property, the majority are required to sign. Where the owner is a corporation, the petition must be signed by the duly authorized signing officers.

Forms to Petition Against The City of Kamloops supplies the forms to petition against the proposed levy. To request a form or for general inquiries about the NSBIA proposed levy, please contact the Legislative Services Division at City Hall.

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form of government regulation — drawing comparisons to the controls placed on items such as eggs and milk.

If, in fact, prices aren’t reflective of a true marketplace economy, something needs to be done.

“It’s almost like they all phone each other and say, ’Tomorrow

we’re going up to $1.35 and maybe we’ll keep it there for six or seven days and then we’ll drop it,’” he said.

“There’s enough evidence out there to show the price is being manipulated.

“Well, as soon as the price is being manipulated, it opens the door to government intervention.”

Incumbent Conservative MP Cathy McLeod disputed her challengers’ assessment of the Conservative’s anticompetition legislation. She also noted attempts at fuel regulation in other jurisdictions have failed.

“The province has the authority to regulate. In the cases where they have chosen that option, it hasn’t impacted prices City of Kamloops in a dramatic way,” McLeod said.

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was giving essentially free transit to every student at the university . . . was the single biggest increase in transit usage in any community in B.C.’s history,” Greenwood said.

His government would work to support similar projects for all residents, funding programs by shifting subsidies away from fossil-fuel industries to municipalities focused on green transit.

The Green party’s plan also includes a carbon fee and dividend system, aimed at encouraging private sector investment in green technology.

The fee is charged at the point of production and the funds generated are divided equally among all Canadians. Industries generating more carbon will be charged more, thus encouraging alternative production means.

While the system may cause some costs to rise at the till, Greenwood said, the lowest two-thirds of income earners are projected to get back more than they spend.

“Obviously, a Green government isn’t about to come in and say lets make gas that much cheaper so everyone can use more of it,” he said.

“But, that’s not to say there’s nothing we can do to ease the general pain of it all.”

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Local candidates ready to begin debating The date has been set for what will likely be the campaign debate with the largest turnout.

Kamloops This Week, CFJC-TV and CBC Radio Kamloops have teamed up to host the political forum on Wednesday, Oct. 14 in the Grand Hall at Thompson Rivers University.

The debate will take place five days before voters go the polls in the Oct. 19 federal election.

All four candidates running in the Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo riding have confirmed their attendance.

They are Conservative Cathy McLeod, Green Matt Greenwood, Liberal Steve Powrie and New Democrat Bill Sundhu.

The specific time of the forum and details of the format are being finalized.

Farmers’ Market forum returns

The Kamloops chapter of the Council of Canadians is once again organizing its outdoor forum.

Candidates have been invited to take part in the Kamloops Farmers’ Market debate, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 8:30 a.m. in the Stuart Wood elementary schoolyard in the downtown core.

The forum will take place alongside the weekend farmers’ market, which used the schoolyard and the 200-block of St. Paul Street.

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NDP in the lead.

The poll of 1,473 respondents from across Canada, conducted by Forum, has the New Democrats with 34 per cent of decided voters.

The Conservatives are next with 29 per

cent support, followed by the Liberals at 28 per cent support and the Greens at four per cent support.

The polling results are considered accurate to within three percentage points 19 times out of 20.

Here’s where to find the candidates

Three of the four Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo candidates have set up their campaign headquarters.

Incumbent Conservative MP Cathy McLeod is at 285 Seymour St. downtown, while NDP candidate Bill Sundhu is across the river, at 538

Tranquille Rd. in North Kamloops.

Liberal candidate Steve Powrie has an office in the Centennial Building downtown, ay 153 Seymour St., next to St. Andrews on the Square.

Green candidate Matt Greenwood said he will find office space at some point, but it’s too early in the campaign.

The KamloopsThompson-Cariboo’s

Elections Canada office is located at the corner of Summit Drive and Columbia Street, in the building adjacent to Sahali Mall that formerly housed Scotiabank.

The office is open Mondays to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Returning officer is Nancy Plett and she can be reached by telephone at 1-866-5450619.

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NOT YET A WATER CRISIS, BUT . . .

It was only 11 days ago that the man in charge of City of Kamloops’ water-treatment centre was lauding residents’ conservation methods during this searing summer.

“I’ve never seen numbers this low,” Mike Firlotte, the utility services manager, told KTW in a story that was published on Aug. 14.

As the story noted, the city’s usage numbers have been dropping for years, but they hit a new low this summer, with 75-million litres of usage being recorded on a particular sweltering weekend.

“It’s very rare that you see numbers into the ‘70s, Firlotte said.

Nevertheless, in spite of the conservation habits of Kamloopsians — born more out of water-meter bills than a concern for resources, we suspect — the situation continues to hover near the dire zone.

Yesterday, the City of Kamloops issued a press release, asking residents and business owners to voluntarily reduce water usage by 30 per cent.

The request comes as the South Thompson and North Thompson regions remain mired in the most extreme drought classification — Level 4 — which means the water supply is insufficient to meet socio-economic and ecosystem needs.

Level 4 drought conditions call for voluntary water conservation, restrictions and regulatory responses from the government.

It also means government can turn that voluntary request into a mandatory order.

As the city noted, river levels in the North and South Thompson rivers are reaching historical lows and temperatures may be warm enough to critically damage salmon runs.

We can build the most advanced water-treatment centre and extend the liquid gold to every remote corner of the region, but if Mother Nature decides to turn the mighty Thompson into a trickle, we are at her mercy.

Mind the taps — your wallet will thank you and your future may depend on it.

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n a recent drive through the B.C. Interior, I passed through McLure and Barriere, communities north of Kamloops that were devastated by wildfires in 2003.

While these communities have recovered, blackened tree trunks are still visible where fires burned for 75 days and forced the evacuation of 3,800 people.

With the early start to this year’s fire season, the media attention and effects of an unusual spring drought, you might think B.C. is on pace to match that terrible summer.

You would be wrong.

As of last week, area burned and money spent by the B.C. Wildfire Service had only just exceeded the totals for midAugust during last summer’s fire season, which were high, but not remarkable.

The number of individual fires is higher this year, but that’s mostly a result of lightning storm patterns. Spending has topped $200 million, as it did last year at this time before finishing just below $300 million.

The 2003 total was above $400 million and the 2009 season was slightly below that.

Forests Minister Steve Thomson cautions there are still many weeks to go and hot, dry conditions are expected for much of that.

Once the damage is done for the year, the ministry reviews the impact on forests and begins assessment of which areas should be replanted and which

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VICTORIA should be left to regenerate naturally.

Pine forests need fire to regenerate and the strategy in recent years has been to allow fires to burn out naturally and contain them to protect people and property.

Decades of fire suppression, based on viewing Crown forests strictly as a timber resource, helped create conditions for the pine-beetle epidemic that has left vast quantities of dead wood to fuel more fires.

The 2003 fire season set the tone for political debate on forest-fire policy that has continued since then. The opposition points to recommendations from former Manitoba premier Gary Filmon that removing fuel from around communities is the best protection.

This task has proven impossibly big, especially as rural community tax bases shrink, but the ideological dance continues in Victoria. The NDP campaigned in 2013 on a promise to double tree planting and its general approach is to spend more

money and hire more staff.

Speaking of political dances, Premier Christy Clark has made a couple of appearances at fire sites where homes and businesses have been threatened or destroyed.

(Today’s big-city media formula is to emphasize danger and promote attacks on premiers of all stripes. If they don’t visit disasters, they are callous and uncaring. If they do, they’re exploiting the situation for photo-ops.)

In her first fire-scene appearance this summer, Clark warned drought and huge fires may be “the new normal” for B.C. as climate warms and shifts. This is great positioning for the government’s plan to attend the latest global climate doom festival in Paris this fall, but it’s not borne out by recent forest-fire results.

In terms of dollars spent and area burned, the years 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 were all well below average.

Last year and 2009 were substantially above average, but 2008 and 2013 were among the quietest years on record.

Is drought also the “new normal”? The B.C. government’s own climate-change forecast is for increasing overall precipitation, albeit with more rain and less snow.

Snowpacks for southern B.C. were indeed the lowest on record this past winter, but that record only goes back 31 years.

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ARTS CENTRE WILL BUILD ON THRIVING SCENE Editor: How fascinating that letter writer Don Cornborough (‘It’s about the performers, not the facility,’ Aug. 20) is convinced that, in order to be a talented artist or performer, one must live in a large urban centre like New York City.

What an insult to the amazingly gifted artists — musicians, actors, dancers and visual artists, many highly educated — as well as the

arts-production companies in our very midst here in Kamloops.

The Kamloops arts scene is thriving.

A performing-arts centre will build on that — improving production values, putting our city on the map and increasing tourism, liveability and investment.

A performing-arts centre could not only play host to local theatre productions and concerts, it would also be a needed new venue

for out-of-town acts, providing even more entertainment and inspiration for local artists and the public.

The City of Kamloops has presented a funding strategy for this project that will not result in potholes left unfilled.

Kathy Sinclair executive director Kamloops Arts Council

CITY NEEDS TO FIX WHAT IT HAS, NOT BUILD MILLIONS MORE

Editor: Re: Tracey Pointer’s letter of Aug. 7 (‘We need arts centre downtown’) : I am sorry to hear Pointer is tired of the complaining, but it’s not going to stop.

I don’t understand how anybody can justify spending millions of dollars on a project that has a prediction of less than

one-third of our city’s population using the facility properly, other than to simply park downtown.

I am angry that the proposal ever came forward as the city can’t even take care of the facilities it currently has.

Westsyde Pool is closed for more than a year due to neglect from the city’s maintenance department.

The entire building needs work, not just the pool.

When is the last time anybody has stepped into one of the older facilities in town and actually looked at the building?

Sagebrush Theatre needs updating, Brock Pool and Brock Arena need updating.

Spending millions on an unnecessary building does not

make sense when others need attention.

We all must really look at what exists and how to fix it properly to continue to be able to use and appreciate what we have.

We need to make a more economical choice — not one based on greed.

Donna Szucs Kamloops

MUCH GRATITUDE FOR CITY’S NEW PESTICIDE BYLAW Editor: On behalf of all those people who wanted the city to adopt a bylaw banning the cosmetic use of pesticide bylaws on residential properties, the ones who sent messages, the ones who wrote and the ones who signed the petition at the Kamloops Farmer’s Market, I would like to say thank you.

And, to councillors Tina Lange, Donovan Cavers, Arjun Singh, Dieter Dudy and Denis Walsh, I really appreciate this important step you’ve taken.

This means a great deal to each and every one of us who fought for this bylaw.

I appreciate the work all of council put into the six weeks prior to July 14.

I know it hasn’t been easy.

Thanks, to all of you.

I would also like to remind the people of Kamloops to continue supporting the city’s lawn-care businesses.

Once the pesticide bylaw takes effect on Jan. 1, the only changes will be in the products that will be used.

Lawn-care companies will remain the same caring people customers have come to know.

Thanks to all Kamloopsians who took the time to share their opinion.

Thanks to those who travelled from out of town, and those from Kamloops, who spoke to council.

And, a very special thank you to Dr. Warren Bell, founding president of Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, who took time out of his busy schedule to appear before council.

Video of the delegations at the July 14 council meeting can be accessed via the City of Kamloops website (kamloops.ca), under the City Council tab.

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A selection of comments on KTW stories, culled online RE: STORY: BLAZER OWNER SYDOR ARRESTED IN MINNESOTA:

“He’s got a problem. I am sure he’ll pay for that indecision made.

“Grabbing his keys and then driving around a 2,000-pound bullet intoxicated is just wrong — in Minnesota or Kamloops.”

— posted by Les Evens

RE: STORY: ELECTION QUERY: YOU ASK THE QUESTION, WE ASK CANDIDATES TO ANSWER:

“Seriously, how can Cathy McLeod declare on one hand that her government has given the CBC ‘record funding’ while in the next breath proclaim her government forced the CBC to become more commercialized and reduce its budget by 10 per cent?

“Please, Ms. McLeod, find a little humility and give some indepth, nuanced answers to these questions or risk going down with the rest of your ship.”

— posted by LW

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Hunter Galbraith and Jordan Brown may have been the only people gathered at Ridgeview Lodge in Brocklehurst on Thursday to have missed the iconic words of Neil Armstrong: “One small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.”

But, the Sa-Hali secondary students had a space-exploration first of their own to share with the captive audience at the seniors’ residence — as the first Kamloops students to grow crystals on the International Space Station (ISS).

“It has been a long experience, but it has definitely been a surreal experience,” Hunter said.

He and Jordan, along with group members Kieren O’Neil and Ryan Watson (who were unable to attend the Ridgeview presentation) were students at McGowan Park elementary when they first set out to understand how crystals would grow in space.

“When I started this, I’m sure for any kid, space exploration and science grabs you,” Hunter said.

“Getting to actually do this was beyond imagination — it was amazing. I’m so lucky that I got this experi-

The men’s club at Ridgeview Lodge gathered to hear science students Hunter Galbraith (left) and Jordan Brown explain their space experiment, which visited the International Space Station.

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ence, but I’m also very proud I was up to the task.

Hunter and Jordan presented the results of their experiment — the only Canadian study selected for the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP) — to about 15 people at Ridgeview.

Using a variety of

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technology to study the results, the boys found crystals on the ISS grew two-and-a-half times larger and fuller than their counterparts grown on Earth under the force of gravity.

The group’s findings were nearly two years in the making, delayed by repeated technical problems, including an incident in which the rocket carrying their experiment exploded shortly after liftoff in Virginia.

Presenting the

results has added a new level of excitement to the project for Jordan.

The group recently presented at the SSEP national conference at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. “I wouldn’t think that I would be able to go all the way to Washington, D.C., to share my findings with other student scientists,” Jordan said.

“I think it’s fun to trade off knowledge with other people. I really like being here [Ridgeview] — some of these people may have watched the first people land on the moon.”

Eighty-year-old Aki Ruyjin remembered Armstrong’s fabled first

steps in 1969, but he was no less impressed by the kids’ presentation.

“I’ve been through high school, but no project like this,” he said. “That was something. They have things that are so advanced, we don’t even know. It was very interesting.”

The project is now winding to a close for the students, but they won’t forget what their project’s time in space taught them.

“It’s saying, it doesn’t matter who you are or your expertise in something, you can do anything,” Hunter said.

“You can push yourself and you can accomplish amazing things.”

The Council of the City of Kamloops hereby gives notice of a proposed amendment to the North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw. It is recognized that promoting revitalization in specified areas of the City is an essential component to the overall economic prosperity of Kamloops and the objectives of this designation are: a)

To strengthen the viability of existing businesses; stimulate and encourage new private investment; encourage higher-density, residential development; improve the image and attractiveness of the tax revitalization area; and better utilize City infrastructure; and

b)

Encourage sustainable development and green building techniques throughout the North Shore; encourage mixed-use development in core areas of the North Shore, defined by Development Permit areas; encourage construction of non-market housing units; and encourage development throughout the whole of the North Shore.

The North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption Program accomplishes these objectives by granting municipal tax relief for projects, within a specified area of the North Shore that meet the minimum requirements set forth in the development checklist and incentive matrix of the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan, and that foster the principles set out in KAMPLAN: City of Kamloops Official Community Plan. Property owners within the specified area may apply for exemptions from municipal property taxes for new construction or alterations to existing buildings. The process and criteria to qualify for this program are set out in the consolidated City of Kamloops North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-2.

The proposed amendment is to add brownfield (or contaminated) sites to the eligibility criteria and to alter the wording in the bylaw to provide clarity and contain language consistent with current best practices.

The amount of the tax exemption shall range between 20% to 100% of the increased assessed value of improvements and the maximum term of exemption that may be provided under the proposed bylaw is ten years.

The designated area of the North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption is as follows:

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CITY CENTRE REVITALIZATION TAX EXEMPTION AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 22-4-8 The Council of the City of Kamloops hereby gives notice of a proposed amendment to the City of Kamloops City Centre Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw. It is recognized that promoting revitalization in specified areas of the City of Kamloops' City Centre is an essential component to the overall economic prosperity of Kamloops and the objectives of this designation are to strengthen the viability of existing businesses; stimulate and encourage new private investment; encourage higher-density, rental, residential development; encourage public parking in new parking structures; improve the image and attractiveness of a specified area of the City Centre; and better utilize City infrastructure.

The City Centre Revitalization Tax Exemption Program accomplishes these objectives by granting municipal tax relief for projects that meet the criteria for new construction or improvements within a specified area of the City Centre. The City recognizes that tax relief could encourage new projects, which are constructed, maintained, operated, and used in a fashion that is consistent with and will foster the principles set out in KAMPLAN: City of Kamloops Official Community Plan. Property owners within the specified area may apply for exemptions from municipal property taxes for new construction or alterations to their buildings. The process and criteria to qualify for this program are set out in the City of Kamloops City Centre Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 22-4-5.

The proposed amendment is to be able to provide a 100% municipal tax exemption for a ten-year term on new multiple-family residential improvements, to add brownfield (or contaminated) sites to the eligibility criteria of the bylaw, and to alter the wording in the bylaw to provide clarity and contain language consistent with current best practices.

The amount of the tax exemption shall be 100% of the increased assessed value of improvements, and the maximum term of exemption that may be provided under the proposed bylaw is ten years.

The designated area of the City Centre Revitalization Tax Exemption is as follows:

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Council will be considering the City of Kamloops North Shore Revitalization Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 22-4-9 on September 15, 2015, and the public will be given the opportunity to register their opinion on the proposed amendments by:

Council will be considering the City of Kamloops City Centre Revitalization Tax Exemption Amendment Bylaw No. 22-4-8 on September 15, 2015, and the public will be given the opportunity to register their opinion on the proposed amendment by:

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Appearing before City Council on September 15, 2015, at 1:30 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall (7 Victoria Street West); and/or

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Appearing before City Council on September 15, 2015, at 1:30 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall (7 Victoria Street West); and/or

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Making a written submission to City Council for consideration on September 15, 2015, by written correspondence, fax message, or email to the attention of the Legislative Services Division, City of Kamloops, 7 Victoria Street West, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1A2, phone number 250-828-3483, fax number 250-828-3578, email legislate@kamloops.ca. Written, faxed, or emailed submissions must be received by the Legislative Services Division no later than 4:00 pm on September 14, 2015.

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Making a written submission to City Council for consideration on September 15, 2015, by written correspondence, fax message, or email to the attention of the Legislative Services Division, City of Kamloops, 7 Victoria Street West, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1A2, phone number 250-828-3483, fax number 250-828-3578, or email legislate@kamloops.ca. Written, faxed, or emailed submissions must be received by the Legislative Services Division no later than 4:00 pm on September 14, 2015.

Copies of the Bylaw may be obtained from the Legislative Services Division. For information on the proposed amendment to the program, please contact E. Beach, Planning and Development Supervisor, 105 Seymour Street at 250-828-3759 or ebeach@kamloops.ca.

Copies of the Bylaw may be obtained from the Legislative Services Division. For information on the proposed amendment to the program, please contact E. Beach, Planning and Development Supervisor, 105 Seymour Street at 250-828-3759 or ebeach@kamloops.ca.

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he Kamloops Blazers have a patron saint — her name is Mary Lane.

Two years after her husband died in 1984, Lane, feeling lonely in her Brocklehurst home, was encouraged by her youngest daughter to become a billet mom for the local major junior team.

“My daughter was trying to keep me out of her hair, I think,” Lane, now 82, said with a laugh, sitting at the kitchen table in her well-kept downtown apartment, the one she moved into when her billeting days were over.

“I said, ‘Oh, I don’t think so. That’s a lot of work,’” Lane recalled.

“Eventually, they phoned from the Blazers’ office. So, I did it and, 20 years later, I was still doing it.”

There are plenty of stories of billet parents becoming lifelong friends and surrogate family to the teenagers they take in, but few of those relationships carry the weight of the one that exists between Lane and Steve Gainey.

The son of Canadian hockey legend Bob Gainey came to the Blazers when he was 15, just months after his mom died of brain cancer in 1995, and landed a spot in the Lane household.

“She’s been a really big part of my life through a lot of tough years,” said Gainey, who settled in Kamloops

after his hockey career ended. “Mary has been like a mother to me. It was just a really safe place.”

Gainey was Lane’s longest-tenured billet, staying with her during four seasons with the Blazers.

“He’s almost a son to me,” said Lane, who was born in Ireland and moved to the River City with her husband in 1968. “If I had a problem I needed to fix, I wouldn’t hesitate to phone him.

“He’s turned into a really nice man but, at the time he came to me, he was a little on the wild side and his dad was wondering how he’d make out.”

Gainey returned to Lane’s house each summer for six years after his junior career ended as he tried to establish himself in the pro ranks.

“He would come back to my place, but he didn’t always tell me when he was coming,” Lane said in her Irish accent, which has lost a bit of its punch over the years.

“One night I was in bed and I suddenly thought, what is that noise? I got to the stairs and saw the bedroom door was closed and I could hear snoring.

I thought, oh, good, that’s Steve Gainey. I don’t have to worry — he’s come again.”

It was not until years after Gainey last slept in that bed that he discovered an interesting fact that ties his mother, Cathy, to Lane.

Cathy died on June 21, 1995. Lane was born on June 21, 1933.

“Her birthday is the

ABOVE: During their stints playing for the Kamloops Blazers, Darryl Sydor (left) and Shane Doan, now part owners of the team, were under the care of billet-mom extraordinaire Mary Lane. RIGHT: Tyson Nash, Zac Boyer and a much-younger Sydor posed for a photo with lane in the early 1990s.

same day my mom passed away,” said Gainey, who is also of Irish descent. “There are lots of tie-ins and it’s definitely a special connection we have.”

Lane finished chuckling about Gainey’s unannounced return and shuffled out of the kitchen to retrieve an old photo album.

She flipped through the pages, trying in vain to skip past photos of Blazers — some of them who went on to be NHL greats — dressed in drag at a rookie party.

Lane relayed some of the fond memories that came rushing to her mind, cursing herself for not keeping a diary.

“I don’t know how many of them I had in total,” Lane said. “Now I’m sad because I can’t even remember back that far.”

There is, however, one group of hell raisers she will never forget.

“Craig Bonner, Darryl Sydor and Zac Boyer. I had them all together,” Lane said of the trio that helped the Blue and Orange win the Memorial Cup in 1992.

“Boy, they were a handful. I mean, they were good kids, but the Blazers were high on keeping the curfew,

not so much the boys. We had lots of guys who had girls call on them and I was not unhappy to turn them away at two o’clock in the morning.”

Sydor was recently in the Tournament Capital and he took Lane out for a Keg dinner. Lane’s first-ever billet, Steve Wienke, called her this summer. Shane Doan, who stayed with Lane for three seasons, is making sure she has a seat at Dancing Like The Stars, a Royal Inland Hospital fundraiser scheduled for Sept. 12.

“You care about her because she cares about you,” said Sydor, the prolific former NHLer who, along with Doan, is now a partowner of the Blazers. “That’s why everyone has respect for Mary Lane. She was my best billet I ever had.

“She’s almost like a mom. She used to send baking with my wife to L.A. when she would come visit.

“She just cared about you. That’s why guys still care about her.”

Sydor’s wife was among the girls Lane had to shoo away in the early 1990s — “Mary Lane would come down at curfew time and say, ‘Alright girls, put your jackets on.

Time to go,” Sydor said.

Grocery bills skyrocketed during Lane’s billeting stint, which started with Wienke in 1986 and finished with Jon Groenheyde in 2010.

They all liked to eat.

“It was masses of food and, oh, god, Shane Doan loved his grilled cheese,” said Lane, who had four children of her own. “I could go through darn near a whole loaf of bread. He’d just say, “Keep ‘em coming, Mare.’”

Doan was one of Lane’s favourites.

“A nice young boy I was sorry to see go,” she said, despite the toll he took on her home.

“They were always wrestling. The wear and tear on your house . . .

“I’d yell, ‘What are you boys doing down there,” Lane said, knocking on her counter, mimicking how she used to stomp on the floor. “Quit it! I’ve no furniture left!’”

That first call Lane received from the Blazers’ office in 1986 came from Doris Rubel, who was a billet co-ordinator in Kamloops from 1969 to 2011.

Doris, who passed away four years ago, had become the best of friends with Lane before she died. For decades, local billet moms would meet at the Rubels’ home each Thursday for coffee, exchanging the latest gossip and swapping stories.

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“When we first met Mary, she was soft-spoken and a little quiet and I thought, ‘Oh boy, she’s going to change,’” said Kerry Rubel, who took over for her mother as the Blazers’ billet co-ordinator in 2011.

“And, she has, having all those boys in her house. She had some gems. We’ve got a lot of stories we probably can’t tell, but they’re great memories.”

Kerry did share one anecdote, recalling her mother’s shock when she received photos from the infamous drag-dress rookie party.

“Mom cut the bottom half off of the pictures because they embellished themselves quite a little bit,” Kerry said. “Yes, they were stuffing.”

Lane closed the photo album and ambled into another room, pointing to Bob Gainey’s old signed hockey stick, which is

Steve Gainey (left) and Chris St. Croix roomed together at Mary Lane’s house in the mid-1990s.

Clockwise from top left, Zac Boyer, Jiri Kloubcek, Craig Bonner and Darryl Sydor have a spot in Lane’s photo album.

mounted above her window, and photos on the wall of her adopted Blazer sons.

But, what Lane values most from those times were the little things players often did for her when they flew her coop.

“Tyson Nash, when

After 10 years of billeting, Lane pondered quitting, but continued on for another decade.

Those who came into her care are sure glad she did.

Former Blazers’ forward and assistant coach Ryan Thorpe said Lane is a “saint of

he left me, he left me the sweetest card after he’d gone to his next team, saying, ‘I’m just going to do my washing and I’m just starting to realize all the things you did for us,’” Lane recalled, with an infectious, nostalgic tone her voice.

a woman,” a description few would refute.

“Sometimes, they were a pain in the butt, but they sure were good company,” Lane said. “It was a good time and I have great memories.

“But, it was time to stop at the end.”

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Broncos victorious over Raiders would later open the second-half scoring with a 55-yard touchdown run.

The Raiders, too, would score in the third quarter, with quarterback Liam O’Brien punching into the endzone on a quarterback keeper. Kamloops took a 31-14 lead into the fourth quarter.

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A mixture of excitement and disappointment hung over the Kamloops Broncos at Hillside Stadium on Saturday night.

On the one hand, the Broncos scored a 39-32 victory over the Vancouver Island Raiders, defeating the Nanaimo-based club for the first time in franchise history, snapping an 0-12 skid.

On the other hand, Kamloops lost the 2015 season series against the Raiders — in the final seconds no less.

The Broncos needed to win Saturday’s game by 10 points or more and held that lead in the fourth quarter, before surrendering a final-second field goal and, with it, the series.

“Like I always say, a win is a win, no matter how you get it,” Broncos head coach Brad Yamaoka said after the game.

“But, still, it’s disappointing. It’s one of those things where, yeah, we’re happy we got the win but, you know what? We should have closed these guys out. The season series was at nine points and we just gave it up.”

Kamloops and Vancouver Island are both 3-2 through the season’s first five games, tied with Langley for second in the B.C. Football Conference. Okanagan sits in first at 5-0, while Westshore ((1-4) and Chilliwack (0-5) pull up the rear.

The Broncos entered Saturday’s game a week removed from a 35-26 loss to the Raiders in Nanaimo. Kamloops led the game 20-14 at the half, but surrendered the lead and, eventually the game in

Broncos. After Devin Csincsa put Kamloops ahead 38-14 on a 76-yard touchdown reception, the Raiders mounted their comeback.

After converting on a third-and-10 opportunity, it took Vancouver Island just two minutes and 12 seconds to find the end zone and cut Kamloops’ lead to 17.

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Yamaoka was pleased to see his club put the loss behind it and pickup a victory on home turf.

“They played well,” he said. “At the end of the day, we won a football game.

“One thing we need to learn how to do, and it’s very evident in games like this, is we need to be able to close these games out.”

Receiver Derek Yachison, who had two touchdown receptions Saturday, was also pleased to see his team bounce back at Hillside in what he called the biggest win in franchise history.

“We’re at the point now where we expect to win these games,” he said. “We were all beyond disappointed about the last game, so this was a game we felt we should win. We went out there and won, so that’s definitely a positive.

Kamloops led from start to finish on Saturday, opening the scoring on the game’s opening drive. After a series of runs brought the Broncos down to the Raiders’ fouryard line, quarterback Stephen Schuweiler found Yachison in the end zone to post a 7-0 lead.

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The team, made up primarily of current and former members of the Thompson Rivers University baseball roster, downed reigning champion Nova Scotia 5-1 to finish third Sunday at the tournament in Chatham, N.B. Jake Hein went five and one-third innings to get the victory. He gave

up two hits, walked two and struck out one.

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After a Kamloops drive that ended with a punt going through the end zone, giving Kamloops a 39-21 lead, the Raiders scored on a 39-yard touchdown pass and were successful on a two-point conversion.

It appeared the game would end 39-28 but, with 19 seconds remaining, the Raiders blocked a Broncos’ punt and recovered the ball.

After a series of plays brought Vancouver Island deep into the Kamloops zone, the visitors kicked a field goal to close the game 39-32.

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on how we play moving forward, the likelihood of a home game at this point will probably be very slim. We’ll have to work very hard to get to that point,” he said.

“A win is a win, but it doesn’t feel good at this point.

Schuweiler was as disappointed as the rest of his team, but also took a moment to reflect on the gravity of his club’s first-ever victory over the Raiders.

“I think it final proves we can play in the upper tier against these teams,” the quarterback said.

“We knew what we were going to get, we know they were going to do the same thing and our game plan was going to be the same. We just needed to

come out and play a full game.

“And, we almost did. We played about 57 minutes this time, as opposed to 30 [last week], and it was enough to get us the win.”

OVERTIME — Kamloops Broncos QB Stephen Schuweiler was ejected late in the fourth quarter for objectionable conduct after speaking to an official . . . In other BCFC action on the weekend, the Okanagan Sun defeated the visiting Valley Huskers of Chilliwack 66-3 and the hometown Langley Rams downed the Westshore Rebels 42-9 . . . Kamloops plays its next three games on the road: Aug. 29 in Westshore, Sept. 12 in Langley and Sept. 20 in Kelowna. The Broncos’ next home game is Sept. 26 against the Huskers.

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Blue Jays WHERE ARE THEY NOW? back in first A look back at the 1992-1993 World Series champion Blue Jays after sweep in Anaheim THE CANADIAN PRESS

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ANAHEIM — Edwin Encarnacion went four for four with a homer and four RBIs, and the Toronto Blue Jays completed a thunderous three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday with a 12-5 victory that vaulted them back into first place in the AL East.

The Jays’ 16th victory in 19 games, coupled with the Yankees’ 4-3 loss to Cleveland, put Toronto atop the division for the first time since Aug. 13.

The Blue Jays, who lead the majors by far with 670 runs, set a franchise record for a three-game series with 36.

They totalled 48 hits against a vanquished Angels pitching staff that has surrendered 44 runs, 60 hits and 15 walks over their last four games following Jered Weaver’s 1-0 victory over the White Sox on Wednesday.

R.A. Dickey (8-10) won his fifth straight decision over seven starts, despite allowing five runs and 11 hits in six innings. The knuckleballing right-hander overcame a 39-pitch first inning in which he gave up all five runs.

In Friday night’s series opener, Angels lefty Hector Santiago made 48 pitches in the first inning and gave up three runs en route to a 9-2 loss.

Dickey’s catcher was Josh Thole, who was recalled Sunday from Triple-A Buffalo to catch his knuckleball. They were batterymates numerous times the past two seasons with the Blue Jays, and during the previous three years with the New York Mets.

Garrett Richards (12-10) was charged with nine runs and 10 hits in five-plus innings.

Toronto closed to 5-3 in the second inning when a hard grounder to third base

by Troy Tulowitzki with one out and the bases loaded got past rookie Kaleb Cowart for an error that allowed two runs to score.

Richards minimized the damage by getting major league RBI leader Josh Donaldson to ground into a double play on the next pitch, but the Blue Jays grabbed a 6-5 lead in the third.

Encarnacion hit an RBI single that extended his career-best hitting streak to 19 games, Ben Revere had a run-scoring infield hit, and Kevin Pillar scored the go-ahead run when shortstop Erick Aybar misplayed Ryan Goins’ grounder toward the middle for the Angels’ fifth error of the series.

Toronto increased its lead to 8-5 in the fourth with back-to-back homers by Jose Bautista (his 29th) and Encarnacion (his 24th). The Blue Jays have homered in 14 straight road games.

TRAINER’S ROOM — C Russell Martin sat out his second straight game because of a sore left hamstring.

UP NEXT — LHP Mark Buehrle (13-6) gets the assignment tonight in the opener of a three-game series at Texas.

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays are in first in the American League East and looking like a serious post-season contender for the first time since they won the 1993 World Series. Here’s a look at five members of the 1992 and 1993 World Series champion Blue Jays and where they are now.

PAT HENTGEN The right-handed pitcher was drafted by Toronto in 1986 and debuted with the Blue Jays in 1991. He came out of the bullpen throughout the 1992 season with a total of 50.1 innings pitched.

Hentgen’s impact was really felt in 1993 when he led Toronto with a 19-9 record in the regular season with 122 strikeouts and 3.87 earned-run average.

HENTGEN He won Game 3 of the 1993 World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies, giving up one earned run over six innings of work as Toronto rolled to a 10-3 victory.

Hentgen continued to improve on the mound, winning the American League’s Cy Young in 1996. He retired in 2004.

Today, Hentgen is still involved with the Blue Jays, working in the team’s front office as special assistant to the organization.

JOHN OLERUD Olerud became Toronto’s full-time first baseman at the start of the 1992 season and immediately made an impact. His sharp defensive play — with trademark batting helmet always on in the field — coupled with his strong hitting made him an important piece of both World Series teams.

He led the American OLERUD League in batting average (.363), intentional walks (33), times on base (321), on-base percentage (.473) and doubles (54, also a career high) in 1993. That season he made

Fireworks were shot into the air after Joe Carter hit a World Series-winning walk-off homerun in 1993. career highs in home runs (24), RBIs (107), runs (109), and hits (200).

Olerud played for the New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox before retiring in December 2005.

He nows lives in Washington with his wife and children. The NCAA’s John Olerud Award is given to the best two-way player in American collegiate baseball after his All-American play for Washington State University as a pitcher and first baseman.

He was inducted into the National College Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007.

DUANE WARD Tom “The Terminator’’ Henke was Toronto’s dependable closer in 1992, with Ward serving as an increasingly reliable setup man.

But, in 1993, Henke had moved on to the Texas Rangers, allowing Ward to take over the coveted closer’s role.

Ward earned 45 saves with 97 strikeouts in the regular season, with saves in Game 1 and Game 4 against the Philadelphia Phillies. He was also the pitcher of record when Joe Carter hit his walkoff three-run homer in Game 6 of the 1993 World Series, handing WARD the Blue Jays closer the win.

Amazingly, it was Ward’s last appearance as a closer in the majors. He missed the entire

1994 season with bicep tendinitis and retired after pitching four games for the Jays in 1995.

Baseball fans in the Toronto area know exactly where Ward is today. He is regularly featured on local Blue Jays radio broadcasts.

back with the Baltimore Orioles in 1997, but decided to retire for good to preserve his health.

Today, Gruber holds baseball seminars and does public appearances as a motivational speaker for charitable organizations.

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Blond-haired third baseman Gruber was selected by the Blue Jays in the 1983 Rule 5 Draft, taking him from the Cleveland Indians organization.

He was the first player in Blue Jays history to hit for the cycle, earning four hits in six at bats on April 16, 1989.

However, Gruber’s best known for his role in a non-call in Game 3 of the 1992 World Series. Gruber made a diving tag on Braves baserunner Deion Sanders’ foot between second and third base to record the final out of a triple play.

It would have been only the second such play in World Series GRUBER history.

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Gruber tore his rotator cuff on the play but he still hit a key game-tying home run in the eighth inning, and the Jays would go on to win the game and the Series.

He was traded to the California Angels in 1993, but had to retire after 63 games due to a bone spur on his spine that threatened paralysis.

Gruber attempted a come-

The trade that brought Carter and Roberto Alomar from the San Diego Padres to Toronto in 1990 was the crucial move that created the Blue Jays dynasty of the early 1990s.

Carter was a clubhouse leader in Toronto and made the final CARTER out of the 1992 World Series.

However, he is best remembered for his walkoff three-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 6 in the 1993 World Series. Carter’s exuberant jumping around the bases is the most memorable moment in Blue Jays history.

He stayed in Toronto until 1997 and briefly played with the Baltimore Orioles and San Francisco Giants before retiring in 1998.

Carter had a brief career as a TV broadcaster for the Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs before focusing on doing charitable works for the Children’s Aid Foundation.

He was also featured on the cover of Drake’s song Back to Back, a track devoted to insulting Philadelphia-based rapper Meek Mill.

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1922 – 2015 Ellsworth Lee Murphy was granted his Angel wings on Thursday, August 13th, 2015.

His final days were spent surrounded by his beloved family and friends at The Hamlets; son Michael, daughter Pam (Lino) Endrizzi, daughter Angela Guile, seven grandchildren and ten greatgrandchildren.

Ellsworth was born March 23rd, 1922 in Elk City, Kansas, son of Persis and Clarence Murphy. Ellsworth or “Ells” as his siblings called him, met the love of his life Alfreda Davis at Church, when she was a young girl of sixteen. One year and one day later on March 23rd, 1941 they were happily married. In 1963 Alfreda and Ellsworth opened Murphy’s Sun Valley Ranch in Revelstoke, where they forged many wonderful, life-long adopted family and friends.

In loving memory of Ellsworth a Celebration of Life will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2165 Parkcrest Ave., Kamloops, on Saturday, August 29th at 11:30 am. Following the reception, Ellsworth will join his wife Alfreda at Hillside Cemetery. There will be a public viewing on Friday, August 28th from 7pm-9pm, in the Rosewood Room at Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive.

Memorial donations in Ellsworth’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of BC, 300828 West 8th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 111-450 Lansdowne St., Kamloops, BC V2C 1Y3. Flowers are also welcome.

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It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Kent Joeseph Parkinson. Kent passed away suddenly on August 13, 2015 at home.

It is with great sadness for our family to announce the passing of David Anthony Robert Barclay, born November 11, 1942 and reborn on August 18, 2015 after his courageous battle with kidney cancer. David will be deeply missed and will continue live on in the hearts of his family and cherished friends.

Kent was born on December 14, 1954, the second son of Lorraine (Moss) and Floyd Parkinson in Estevan, SK. He lived with his family in Logan Lake before settling in Kamloops.

Kent was so looking forward to retirement which he was able to do in May 2014 after a 35 year career at the City of Kamloops, where he worked as Stores Supervisor. He loved his job and was very good at it. He often came in early to do tasks that were not required of him. He tried to work with everyone to get the job done, made many friends through his job.

Kent was a loveable, smart, quiet, shy, reserved man, well unless you wanted to talk fishing, which was his passion! He was an avid fly fisherman, and tied his own flies, often using his own patterns. He would tie for friends and people he didn’t know. Between ice off and ice on he could be found at some of his favourite lakes, Jacko, Roche and Pass. Since he didn’t eat fish he was a catch and release fisherman. He formed many friendships on the lake and will be missed by Jeff, Jim and Chuck, a few of his “cronies”.

He is survived by his partner and friend, Gail Follweiter, his pride and joy, daughters Chelsea, Kassidy and Kendall, sisters Leslie, (Stephanie, Tyler and Jordan), Susan (Gene) and Jennifer (John), brother Keith (Cole, Bailey), sister-in-law Penny (Stacey (Greg) Hannah and Chloe). Of course his four legged friends, Lily and Izzi will miss his loving scratches and early morning walks. He is predeceased by his parents Lorraine and Floyd Parkinson and brother Kurt.

As per Kent’s request there will be no service . The family will be having a private gathering at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations to B.C. Heart and Stroke Foundation in memory of Kent.

Huge thanks to first responders (R.C.M.P, Fire, Ambulance) that attended as well as Victim Services, Family and Friends.

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David leaves his beloved wife Glenda Hayward-Barclay and sister Ramona (Harry) Berekoff of Ladner, BC. He also leaves his four loving children Doug (Angela) Barclay, Lori (Eric) Putoto, Karen Barclay-Smith (Michael Stokker) and Steven (Ami) Barclay and their mother Carrol Barclay-Harvyl. David was a deeply loved Grandpa by his grandchildren Andrea (Jason), Kelsey (Clayton), Sara, Gabrielle, Jacob, Madison, Dylan, Jake, and a precious little girl to arrive in January 2016. He was blessed to be a Great-grandfather to Charlotte, Ashton, Maya & baby Lincoln. David also leaves his faithful companion and “wing-dog”, Walter.

It is a significant loss, as our hearts are filled with so much love and respect for this great man. As a father, husband and friend he has shared his wisdom, showed his grace and integrity in many difficult situations in each of our lives. Throughout the years, David has been “our rock”, always there with unwavering love, support and providing an ear to listen.

We are grateful for the gift he leaves us, a wonderful example of unconditional love.

David was born and raised in Kamloops, where he carried on to have his family, and become a proud businessman with the Chevron Bulk Plant. After retirement from the bulk plant he delved into the travel business becoming co-owner of Cruise Holidays in Richmond, BC. After yet another retirement he became a licensed Realtor. David was not afraid to recreate himself and start again, always up for a new challenge. He was an active member of the community and loved to golf. David enjoyed lively conversations about politics or different current events. He had an appreciation for the difference of opinion and enjoyed the sport of a good debate.

David loved to travel and was fortunate to have many beautiful trips with his family throughout the years and in recent years traveled to exotic destinations with his wife Glenda. David yearned to continue to travel, with this in mind, our family hopes he is having his best adventure yet.

All are welcome to join the family for a Celebration of Life on Sunday, August 30th, from 1pm-4pm, at Coast Kamloops Convention Centre located 1250 Rogers Way. Please feel free to share pictures or stories of David as we come together to celebrate his life.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, please send donations to The Kamloops Hospice House, 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9. The family thanks all the staff and volunteers for the wonderful care they gave David and his family.

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Albert Leonard Fagg Albert (Al) Fagg of Barriere, BC, born April 6, 1928 passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on August 21, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.

He was predeceased by his loving wife Jeannette in November 2006.

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He is survived by his four sons Don (Genova), Ken (Shelley), Gerry (Starla), Tim (Teri) and his two daughters Cristina (Mike) Whelan and Shannon (Spike) Stuart, grandsons Jamie, David, Shelton, Shawn, Robert Fagg, Kris Whelan and Keith Bissell, granddaughters Michelle, Amber-Dawn, Carrie, Heather, Cindy, Kayla and Shelby Fagg, as well as his loving brother and sister-in-law Ron and Jan Fagg.

Al started working at a very young age with his family owned farm, “Sunshine Dairy”. He went to work at numerous jobs within the forest and trucking industry. He later went on to own his personal logging companies “Aljen Logging” and “Noble Creek Trucking”. Al employed numerous people with good jobs that helped provide for their families for many years. He retired on November 10, 2001 at the young age of 73.

Throughout Al’s adult life he was always active in many things especially, The Kamloops Pigeon and Poultry Club. Once retired he had more time to devote to his passion of helping organize The North Thompson Fall Fair each year and dedicated many hours between the poultry barn and keeping the fairgrounds cut and groomed.

He went on later to join his church and enjoy good food and friends especially, the company of his best friend, Roger.

Big Al had the biggest heart to match his size. He was always there for anyone that needed him. He was generous, hardworking, courageous, kind and sweet, always the social butterfly.

We love and miss you Dad/Pop Pop. A service honouring Al’s life will be held at Kamloops SeventhDay Adventist Church, 364 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, on August 30, 2015 at 1:00 pm. Lunch to follow.

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Helen Elizabeth Ausmus (nee Mullen) passed away peacefully on July 1, 2015 at Pine Grove Care Center at the grand old age of 102.

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DOROTHY THOEN 1930 – 2015

A life well lived is now lovingly remembered.

Dorothy Alice Thoen (nee Kneeland) was born October 19, 1930, the 10th and last surviving child of George and Agnes Kneeland, and passed away August 23rd, 2015.

Dorothy grew up near Halkirk, AB, and moved to Langley, BC, with her parents in 1946. She trained as a psychiatric nurse, and moved with her first husband, Lou, to Kamloops in 1961. Dorothy began a successful career at Tranquille, attaining the position of Associate Director of Nursing, and retired in 1985.

Lou died tragically in 1961, less than a year after they were married.

In December 1968, Dorothy married Leonard Thoen. Dorothy and Len were very active in the Sons of Norway where Dorothy held many positions, both locally and internationally. They spent many happy years together until Len’s passing in 2006.

Dorothy is survived by her loving birth daughter Marilyn Belyea (reconnected 2008), son-in-law Brian, grandchildren Scott and Carolyn (Brad Hornland), great-grandchildren Caiden, Natalie and Jackson, and many nieces and nephews in Alberta, British Columbia and Norway.

The family would like to thank her dear friends Maxine McDonald, Alan Williams and Gladys Hartnell, who have cared for her devotedly over her last decade, as well as the staff at Ridgeview, who provided excellent care in her final years.

A Celebration of Life for Dorothy is to be held at Cottonwood Manor, Oak Room, on Wednesday, August 26th, 2015 at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the Boys & Girls Club, or to the Leonard and Dorothy Thoen Heritage Bursary sent to TRU Foundation, 900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

Each Loss ...

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Will I ever stop missing This one I loved so dear?

Good times we had together, The moments that we shared We didn’t have to tell each other How much we really cared.

I never dreamed you’d go away, Never thought of sorrow.

So sure you’d always be here Took for granted each tomorrow.

Now my life is all confused Since you went away.

You took a part of me And for help I daily pray.

But when God sent you to me He never said that you were mine, That I could keep you always – Only borrowed for a time.

Now, He’s called you home, I’m sad and I shed tears.

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The iM is what’s called a mono-trim model. Except for a six-speed manual or sevenstep CVT automatic transmission, all iMs in Canada will be identical, not counting a choice of six colours.

What you see is what you get.

It’s an interesting marketing tactic, considering Scion has not exactly set the world on fire in Canada.

But, Scion Canada feels the iM is positioned to be the “core” model for a brand.

This starts with referring to iM as a “Scion by Toyota,” the inference being it has all the virtues such as reliability and residual value that have made Toyota what it is today.

Then it is a compact hatchback. About the only other the company makes is the Prius hybrid or sub-compact Yaris. iM fills a major void in the Toyota-Scion-Lexus syllabus created when the much loved; Cambridge-built Toyota Matrix (2003-2014) went away. It was so popular GM even sold it as the Pontiac Vibe.

It is also aimed directly at a younger crowd who are ultra connected to the emerging technology that is sweeping the globe like an electronic tsunami.

There is no CD changer. There is no satellite radio. And, if you don’t have a smartphone like me (by choice) you can’t hook up to Bluetooth or AHA, the Bluetoothbased audio app.

When it comes to tunes, there is also a USB slot.

If you want a navigation system, Scion dealers will fit you out with an aftermarket unit, but the

The 2016 Toyota Scion starts at $21,165 for a manual transmission.

idea is owners will simply find it easier to navigate with their smartphones.

Besides the navi, dealers will offer a few accessories such as body graphics, cargo area enhancements, interior light kit, all-weather floor mats along with a roof rack system.

There will also be a line of TRD (Toyota Racing Development) performance accessories including an air intake system, anti-roll bar and lowering springs.The price of the manual is $21,165 and the CVT is $21,990 and that’s it.Here’s what you don’t get – the aforementioned navi, sunroof, leather seating and one wheel choice, a 17-inch alloy.

Here’s what you get — 4.2-inch TFT driver information display, seven-inch infotainment screen, heated/folding outside mirrors with turn signal repeater, dual zone air conditioning, eight airbags including driver knee and front passenger seat cushion bag,

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What you also get is fourwheel disc brakes with a MacPherson strut front suspension and a double wishbone rear setup and a full suite of safety equipment.

The reason for the wishbones is the suspension doesn’t intrude as much in the cargo area, which is 588 litres (20.8 cu ft) augmented by a standard 60/40 split/fold rear seat. The exterior is what I would call urban chic with a novel upper and lower grille separated by a thin piano black panel that sets off the halogen projector headlight grouping.

Inside, the steering wheel is leather wrapped and the piano black treatment is carried across the instrument panel and centre stack/console. The seats are top grade for support and the fabric is also high calibre.

There is one engine, a 1.8-litre DOHC inline four-cylinder with

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Transport Canada fuel rating for the manual is 8.6/6.6/7.7L/100 km city/highway/combined, while the CVT is 8.3/6.3/7.4L/100 km another case where an automatic is more efficient.

Another reason for going with the CVT is, beside the seven sequential “gears”, there is also a button on the centre console marked “Sport” that changes shift points and holds gears longer.

Hit the button at anything over 80 km/h and it almost vaults ahead. But, where you will really appreciate it is on climbs. With just 126 lb/ft of torque the engine runs out of revs going uphill quickly in normal or Eco modes.

For the driver, the 4.2-inch TFT multi-information display within the instrument cluster displays drive mode activity, including the “gear” position and other vehicle information. Thanks to other “standard extras” such as

an acoustic glass windshield, the iM is quiet and the ride refined for a car in this class, which my co-driver and I both noticed on the main highway in and around Calgary where the press introduction of the iM was held.

Up in rolling hill country, secondary roads were heavily pock-marked by frost heaves, so the suspension had its work cut out for it with the rear wishbones giving (in my opinion) the iM a more planted feeling than a torsion beam.

The electric power steering was communicative and precise, which shows how far these systems have progressed.

Scion sees the iM as more than the core model of its three-car lineup, but a “conquest” model meaning they expect to attract up to 70 per cent of buyers from other brands and they are doing it partly by expanding the number of Scion outlets in Canada by 50 — now 146.

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OTTAWA — A precipitous drop in North American stock markets sparked fresh debate on the federal campaign trail yesterday about which leader would be the best choice to manage Canada’s finances.

The S&P/TSX composite index dropped 768 points shortly after markets opened, before rallying to close down 420.93 points, a 3.12 per cent decline over Friday’s close.

The dollar, meanwhile, closed down about half a cent.

For Stephen Harper, the plunging economy — fallout from China’s worst market performance in eight years — provided a welcome diversion from the relentless revelations of the Mike Duffy trial that have kept the Conservative campaign off balance for close to two weeks.

The prime minister’s office released a short statement yesterday saying he had spoken on the phone in the morning with Stephen Poloz, the governor of the Bank of Canada.

“Prime minister Harper and governor Poloz discussed the recent decline in global stock markets and commodity prices, slowing growth in China and emerging markets and the potential impacts on Canada’s economy,’’ said the statement, which offered no other details.

NDP Leader Tom Mulcair and Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau blamed Harper for the economic mess and said they could do a better job of running the coun-

try’s finances.

Harper repeated that his government is the best bet in uncertain economic times.

That’s a message the Conservative leader has been struggling to deliver as he fends off questions about how much his current chief of staff, Ray Novak, knew about Nigel Wright’s controversial $90,000 payout to Duffy in February 2013.

Harper said yesterday the unstable global economy is the most important issue facing Canadians and urged them to stay with his party.

“Given the challenges around us, we need to stick with a longterm plan that has been working and will work,’’ Harper said in Drummondville, Que. He said his political opponents offer proposals that would damage the economy.

“What the other guys are proposing, at a time of enormous market instability, is that they would embark on large-scale, permanent spending increases,’’ he said.

“They would finance that through deficits and through big tax increases, including tax increases on workers and on job-creating businesses.’’

The New Democrats and Liberals punched back, blaming Harper for the current downturn.

Campaigning in Toronto with Mulcair, Stephen Lewis, a former Ontario NDP leader and international diplomat, attacked the Harper Conservatives’ stewardship of the country’s finances, calling them

SIX DEAD IN CRASH THE CANADIAN PRESS

All six people aboard a seaplane that crashed on the province’s North Shore have died, Quebec provincial police said yesterday.

The Air Saguenay plane went down in a wooded area on Sunday afternoon near the community of Les Bergeronnes, about 250 kilometres northeast of Quebec City.

Authorities confirmed yesterday all six bodies have been found and were handed over to the coroner’s office.

Air Saguenay vice-president Jean Tremblay said the Beaver seaplane was taking part in a routine sightseeing flight

departing from Lac Long in Tadoussac.

Tremblay said yesterday the flight was only supposed to last 20 minutes. It wasn’t windy and visibility was clear on Sunday.

“It was perfect conditions,’’ Tremblay said.

“At first glance, the weather conditions are not at all the cause, that is clear.’’

He offered his sympathies to families who lost loved ones in the crash — among them, a longtime employee of the company.

Tremblay said the pilot of the aircraft had more than 6,000 hours of flying experience — all with Air Saguenay, where he’d worked for the past 14 years.

“economic poseurs.’’

Mulcair said an NDP government would invest in infrastructure, transit and housing.

The New Democrat leader touted economic promises aimed at seniors and families with young children in need of daycare, while pledging to be a champion of Canada’s struggling manufacturing sector.

“We have lost 400,000 goodpaying jobs in the manufacturing sector. There are 200,000 more people out of work now than there were in the crisis of 2008,’’ Mulcair said.

Mulcair said Harper “put all his eggs in one basket’’ by focusing the Canadian economy on the oil and gas sector, which has been rocked by a downward price spiral.

Mulcair also chided Harper as the only Canadian prime minister to have presided over two recessions.

He was referring to the recession of 2008 and the fact economists suggest the economy likely contracted in the second quarter of the current fiscal year after also pulling back in the first quarter — a technical recession.

Asked about falling oil prices and the effect on the budget, Trudeau said a full Liberal platform would be released soon.

“We have to recognize that Stephen Harper has put us into deficit right now,’’ Trudeau said in Belleville, Ont. He also slammed Harper for not being able to deliver “the kind of growth’’ the economy needs.

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Residents’ driveway accesses may be temporarily restricted to accommodate construction.

Transit will be accommodated without re-routing for the duration of the project, however some stops will be closed. Notices will be posted at affected stops.

When driving in the area, please slow down, use caution, note any temporary detours and obey all traffic control signage and personnel.

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Toronto stock market tailspins with global market THE CANADIAN PRESS

TORONTO — The continuing rout on China’s main market prompted a worldwide sell-off yesterday that sent North American markets into a tailspin in early trading before recovering somewhat by the end of the day.

The market’s benchmark S&P/TSX index plunged 768 points or 5.7 per cent in early

trading, then rallied before sliding again.

Canada’s main index finished the day at 13,052.74 points — down 420.93 points from Friday’s close.

The loonie fell 0.54 of a U.S. cent to $75.40.

In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average lost 1,000 points shortly after the open before regaining much of the ground, then faltering again

to close down 588.40 points at 15,871.35.

The S&P 500 index was down 77.68 points at 1,893.21 and the Nasdaq dropped 179.79 points to 4,526.25. On commodity markets, the October contract for benchmark crude oil was down $2.21 at US$38.24 a barrel, while September natural gas was off three cents at US$2.65 per thousand cubic feet.

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The Latremouille House, as it is referred to in records at the Kamloops Museum and Archives, was built in 1896, making it almost 110 years old.

It was born before The Old Courthouse down the road on Seymour Street, built in 1909, and Sacred Heart Cathedral, a little further up, built in 1921.

The house is named for its owner and builder, Joseph H. Latremouille.

One of his daughters, Ida Blance Proteau, was born in the house in 1898 before the family moved to Highland Valley.

She went on to marry and became the cook at the residential school from 1952 to 1968, before providing history to the Kamloops Museum and Archives in the late 1980s, when she would have been more than 90 years old.

Joseph’s brothers — John Baptiste and Napoleon — were hoteliers in Kamloops.

John Baptiste opened the Queen’s Hotel in 1892, which transferred hands throughout the years and, in 1913, was destroyed by a fire.

A new hotel was built on Main Street, named the Patricia.

Five years after it opened, it was used as

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When B.C. became part of Canada in 1871, a trans-continental railroad was promised. Surveys started promptly and provided jobs to local settlers and a market for their produce. There were many political problems and delays, but construction reached the Kamloops area in 1883 and a small village grew on the south shore of the Thompson River.

When the CPR was completed three years later, the community mushroomed, with hotels — such as the Queen’s and, ultimately, Patricia — stores, churches, schools and a hospital. In 1893, the population of about 500 decided to incorporate as a city, complete with fire department and telephone, water works and electrical light systems, bought from previous private enterprises.

— Source: City of Kamloops

History without heritage

While 299 West Seymour St. is more than a century old, it has no heritage plaque.

“They’ve never requested a heritage plaque,” said Andrew Yarmie, chairman of the Kamloops Heritage Commission.

Jen Thiessen, recent realtor for the property, said the owner — who she would not name for privacy reasons — didn’t want the restrictions.

“You’re supposed to keep it as close to what it was as possible,” Thiessen said of the heritage rules.

an emergency hospital during the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918, which, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, killed between 20- and 50-million people worldwide.

The front page headline of the Kamloops StandardSentinel on Nov. 5, 1918, read “Flu conditions are still serious”

with a subhead that read: “The hospital board taking extreme measures to control epidemic.”

Two days earlier, following advice from physicians, the Patricia Hotel was declared an overflow hospital due to the Inland Hospital being at full capacity with influenza cases. “. . . Patients were being taken to the new

While the original log structure remains intact, several renovations have been done to the house.

A list of heritage buildings in the city compiled by the commission notes only six addresses dating to before 1900 — including one that was destroyed by a fire in 2013 — and about 10 that are more than 100 years old, with the Latremouille House at 299 West Seymour St. being built in 1896.

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Where the house at 299 West Seymour St. boasts historical charm, it lacks practicality.

When KTW met with realtor Thiessen for a tour of the property, she had shown it every couple of months for just under a year and she isn’t the first to try to move the nearly 110-year-old West Ender in the last few years.

While there are multiple rooms in which a bed and nightstand would surely fit in the three-story building, only one can be called a bedroom because the others don’t have windows.

“I believe the one-bedroom thing is probably what’s holding it back,” Thiessen said.

Add to it a carport limited to small vehicles, some landscaping and the fact there are minimal records on the place.

“You just don’ know a whole heck of a lot about it,” Thiessen said. “It’s a tough sell.” quarters as rapidly as they arrived in the city or when new cases developed at home . . .” the Standard-Sentinel reported.

One physician, Dr. Archibald, stated the “contagion had not yet reached its zeinth.”

“Most of the homes in the city has one or more cases and in some instances entire families were

down with it.”

The front page of the Nov. 22 edition is filled with obituaries.

The pandemic slowed later that year, the final year of the First World War. While records from the archives say the Patricia Hotel was torn down the following year, a house that holds its memory remains at 299 West Seymour St.

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M

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It comes with the death of a loved one, but also after a health diagnosis or even a move or job layoff.

Widmer has also seen spouses dealing with grief after a partner has been put into a care home and others needing help dealing with a divorce.

“They take all different forms,” Widmer, a grief counsellor in the city, told KTW. It’s the reason she believes a six-week grief support group that ran last year at Kamloops United Church brought in more than double the expected numbers and why it’s returning this fall.

“We weren’t expecting anything like that many,” Widmer said.

About 40 people took part in the weekly group sessions — facilitated by Widmer and volunteers of the church — and Widmer knows first hand there’s a need for the service.

The social worker by trade was working for a funeral home when she came up with the idea to begin an after-care program.

“I really believed that lots of people that go through death in the family don’t get cared for after the funeral is over,” she said.

“Then I started questioning — what happens to these people?”

“Nobody pays attention to them.”

She said society doesn’t allow adequate time for grief — from employers limiting bereavement time away from work to being “shoved back to get on with life, suck it up, move on” — noting a group setting can relieve feelings of isolation.

“I like to work with groups because when people sit down in a group of eight or 10 people and they suddenly discover that there are eight other people who feel exactly the same as they do, it changes how they view their grief

and their ability to move through it,” Widmer said.

“One of the typical things about grief is that you feel stupid, you should be able to handle this, you should be strong enough or that you’re losing your mind, you’re going crazy.”

“It affects your whole mind. It affects your concentration and it affects your immune system. It affects your social integration with people,” she said.

“Seeing that there’s people who are feeling the same way, they get through it.”

While the sessions are held at a church, they are not faith-based.

“We treat the whole person,” Widmer said. “We don’t just push God on them.”

Widmer facilitates, providing facts about grief and loss before dividing into smaller groups of eight or nine people for open discussion and a place for listening.

“One of the basic rules is you don’t have to speak if you don’t want to,” Widmer said. “Just be there, listen to what other people are experiencing, let them tell their stories.”

In Widmer’s experience, people show up afraid or shy at the beginning and, before the time is up, they can’t stop talking.

“It’s like, suddenly, they discover this is such a free space,” she said.

As for other options in the city, private counsellors offer services for a fee and the Marjorie Snowden Willoughby Memorial Hospice Home offers grief support to patients and family in palliative care — those who are expected to die within six months or so — as well as after-care.

“But, obviously, they can’t handle everybody,” Widmer said.

The six-week program is $90, which works out to $15 a week.

“The understanding is that that’s a suggestion,” Widmer said.

“It’s not a barrier.”

Climbing Out of the Valley: Discovering Life After Loss runs on Wednesdays from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 421 St. Paul St. Register by calling 250-372-3020.

Deadline is Sept. 16.

CULTURE DAYS COMING Twenty-two events are planned for Kamloops during Culture Days, Sept. 25 to Sept. 27.

They range from free admission to the Kamloops Museum and Archives on Sept.

26 to open rehearsals of the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra and Kamloops community band.

The two libraries are offering familyoriented activities. The downtown branch has an adult storytime on Sept. 25 from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. and a games day on Sept.

26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., while the North Shore branch has a family storytime on Sept. 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and

life-sized games for teens on Sept. 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Local co-ordinator Daniela O’Fee has information on the activities online on Facebook — search for Kamloops Culture Days — and on Twitter at @DanielaOFee. Information is also available online at bc.culturedays.ca.

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Volunteer, get theatre passes Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer usher with Western Canada Theatre can find out more information Thursday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. or Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Sagebrush Theatre, 1300 Ninth Ave. Volunteers have a variety of tasks, including greeting people, showing them to their seats, working in the concessions, selling raffle tickets and ensuring policies and procedures of the theatres are followed.

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WORKSHOP FOR WRITERS Kamloops author Elma Schemenauer will give a storywriting workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. at the Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St.

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Back to School Online education can be flexible, dynamic As the fall season sets in, education is on the minds of many Canadians.

For those who are considering continuing their education, learning in the classroom isn’t always an option.

Between work, family and social commitments, there isn’t much free time.

Learning must be flexible and dynamic.

For many of us, a popular alternative to in-class learning is distance education.

Distance education can help students meet their educational goals while giving them the freedom to continue their life: 1) It is convenient: Online learning allows for flexibility.

Students can learn anywhere at any time on a computer or tablet with internet access.

Whether it’s picking up an extra credit, improving high school grades or studying new subjects to help facilitate a career change, learning can easily fit into an individual’s schedule.

2) It is affordable: With costs starting as low as $40 per course registration, picking up an extra credit doesn’t have to break the bank.

Although education costs aren’t limited to tuition, online learning allows students to save on commuting, some learning materials (e.g. textbooks) and additional

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ST. ANN’S ACADEMY ESTABLISHED 1880

The St. Ann’s Childcare Centre is now offering three different programs for children ages 2½ to 12 years, including a licensed daycare, preschool, and before/after school care. Overseeing the new programs is Susan Berdusco, who has recently joined the school as the Manager of St. Ann’s Childcare. She is a certied teacher and will oversee a staff of up to six licensed educators.

Daycare Program For children 30 months to 5 years 7 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday Before and After School / Summer Programs For school aged children 7 am - 5:30 pm Preschool Program (beginning this September) Group 1: 8:45 am - 11:45 am, Mon/Wed/Fri Group 2: 8:45 am - 11:45 am, Tues/Thurs Applications for the daycare and preschool programs are now being accepted at the school. Forms and further information are available on our website, at the school front ofce, or by contacting Susan Berdusco at the Childcare Centre.

205 Columbia Street, Kamloops BC V2C 2S7 • 250-372-5452 ext. 202 • admin@st-anns.ca

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TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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ABERDEEN

Come and be a part of one of Canadian’s favourite pastimes –

SKATING & SPEED SKATING!

The Kamloops River City Racers Club (RCR) offers recreational and competitive programs for the skating enthusiast wishing to learn how to skate or more uniquely how to speed skate!

MUSIC STUDIO

Operating in Aberdeen since 2001

Qualified coaches & master mentors provide a safe, team oriented, EASY and FUN environment to help YOU learn fundamental techniques & skills through games, drills & interclub competitions.

Not only will RCR provide the FUN, we will also provide all the equipment needed: helmet, speed skates, neck guard & knee pads. (first come first serve!)

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

Offering instruction in:

• Piano • Accordion • Brass • Woodwind • Voice

For more information call 250-682-2100

FIND IT HERE FIND IT FAST

Come enjoy the Experience of Dance Groove 2 Moves (Age 2) Combo Dance (Age 5-7) Creative Dance (Age 3-4) Funky Jazz (Age 6-11) Musical Theatre

Limited spaces available for September

Adult Intro to Speed Skating: For those preparing for a winter triathlon or just to learn a more efficient and fun way to skate Fall - 8 classes - September to December - Winter session will run dependent on demand.

Thursday’s @ McArthur Island Park - 5:15 pm – 6:00 pm $100 with equipment; $80 without equipment Youth Intro to Speed Skating: Fall: 8 classes from September – December 2014 • Winter: 8 classes from January – March 2015 Thursday’s @ McArthur Island Park - 4:45 pm – 5:30 pm $100 with equipment; $80 without equipment Kids Learn to Skate: (must be 4 years or older) Winter: 8 classes from January – March 2015 • Thursday’s @ McArthur Island Park - 5:30 pm – 6 pm $90 with equipment; $70 without equipment

Contemporary Hip Hop Jazz Ballet Tap Acro

Experienced Speed Skaters: September – March 2015 McArthur: Thursday: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Friday: 6:30 am – 7:30 am Sunday: TBA Programs: Note – all times are subject to change see website for details

REGISTER NOW!

Academy of Dance 910 Camosun Crescent | 250 250-314-9974 314 9974 info@theacademyofdance.ca

For more information please contact Cathy at 250.374.5430 speedskatingkamloops@shaw.ca visit our website www.kamloopsspeedskating.com

Skating Made Fun And Easy - Be A part Of The Uniqueness!

TRISHA GOT CASH, BOUGHT SCHOOL SUPPLIES, GOT MORE CASH, THEN BOUGHT A LAPTOP AND LUNCH.

For your shopping convenience, we have 2 hour free parking (patrons only) conveniently located between 3rd and 6th avenue on Lansdowne St.

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450 LANSDOWNE STREET KAMLOOPS A&W Andre’s Electronic Experts Bell Booster Juice Classic Eyewear Today

Cooper’s Foods Dollarama Downtown X-Ray Clinic Eden Bento Cafe Excel Nails

First Choice Hair Cutters Great Canadian Oil Change Herbal Magic

Kamloops Insurance Kinetic Energy Lansdowne Liquor Store London Drugs Mannytan

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TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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Back to School Thinking outside the toy box

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ith experts agreeing that young children do most of their learning and growth through unstructured play, it’s not surprising that parents can be confused about which toys are best for a baby’s quicklydeveloping noggin.

Dr. Deborah Weber, senior manager of child research at Fisher-Price, recommends parents look for toys with a few key features to help their children thrive and develop.

Here are her best tips for navigating the toy aisle:

Problem solved

Toys that help organize, sort or involve a puzzle situation can be great tools to help babies start to develop the concentration and problem-solving skills they’ll need when they venture into school and adulthood.

Look for the types of toys that have adjustable skill levels — so they can change to mirror your baby’s development.

Reality bites

Choose toys that encourage children to imitate real life.

Consider toys that are interactive,

such as the new Smart Stages tea set or piggy bank that educate, entertain and grow along with your children.

This gives your baby the chance to learn about the world around them by bringing everyday objects to their level.

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Children love getting their groove on.

Choosing toys that emit different sounds and fun musical tunes will keep your child giggling while learning all sorts of new jingles and jangles.

Playing with toys that have action words, games and songs is a great way to improve baby’s co-ordination and start language development.

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Brightly coloured toys and tools that allow children to experiment with art — be it crayons, paints, paper or even play dough — all are great for exercising the imagination and help develop manual dexterity.

These types of toys also present a fun activity for older and younger siblings to do together and learn from each other.

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Creative Beginnings

Get in Sync with y the Sunrays

1440 Hugh Allan Drive (Beside Aberdeen McDonald’s)

PRESCHOOL (30 months to 5 years)

Mon/Wed/Fri 8:45-11:15am $165/month Tues/Thurs 8:45-11:15am $110/month PRE-SCHOOL R.A.D BALLET

Call for FREE Trial Class!

Synchronized swimming combines athleticism, artistry and teamwork in a challenging, supportive and fun environment • A range of programs, from recreational to competitive, start at age 6 • 10 and 12 Week “ Intro to Synchro” Programs Start Sep. 14th - Dec. 5th

See It Try It - Sept. 12, 19, & 26th 12pm-1pm - TCC Canada Games Pool Regular Classes - Begin September 8th If you are interested in joining please Call 250.372-5998 For more info, please see our website www.kamloopssynchro.com or email kamloopssunrays@gmail.com

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JAZZ LYRICAL CONTEMPORARY ADULT BALLET MUSICAL THEATRE ACROBATIC ARTS BALLET BARRE

253 Victoria St. (Upstairs)

250.374.3628

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PRE-REGISTRATION Tuesday, Aug. 25th 4:30 – 6:00 PM REGISTRATION Wednesday, Sept. 2nd 3:00 – 6:00 PM Thursday, Sept. 3rd 4:30 – 6:00 PM Tuesday, Sept. 8th 3:30 – 6:00 PM

Classes begin Monday, September 14th

DAYCARE SERVICES AVAILABLE * Infant and Toddler Care * Full Day Preschool/Daycare * Schoolage Care (Offering pickups from Dufferin, Pacific Way, Aberdeen, McGowan and Summit)

*Montessori enhanced program *Self-motivated learning experiences *Extensive academic programming *Language and Reading Programs

Cheapest Rates in Kamloops!

250-377-8700 or 250-319-8586

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TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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Registration by phone throughout September

Serving Kamloops for the past 20 years

Discipline ~ Self Control ~ Fitness ~ Self Defense

Call 250-554-4944 0-554-4944 esident@hotmail.ca or email kscpresident@hotmail.ca

North and South Shore Locations

For more information or to register visit us at

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Download registration form at www.kamloopsskatingclub.com

or call 250-376-5428

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Dance Academy

VALLEYVIEW SQUARE 7-2121 ETC Highway ~ 250.828.0499 Visit www.kamloopsdance.com for more information.

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Our program offers: Licensed ECE Workers, Language & Culture, New Reggie Emilio philosophy, Participation in the annual Terry Fox Run, Museum & Heritage Walk, Gym for large muscle activities, Large playground, Lots of wide open spaces to explore, and Pick up from Marian Shilling Elementary & Sk’elep School of Excellence.

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OPEN! #234-345 Chief Thomas Way Phone: 250.828.9767 or 250.828.9825 Fax: 250.828.9887 Email: daycare@kib.ca

Fall CanSkate Sessions Starting week of September 28, 2015 Registration days: September 2: 6pm - 8pm September 19: 10am - 2pm at Valleyview Arena Register any time with our new on-line registration!

for more info & registration forms go to -

www.vvsc.ca

or email: vvsc.registrar@gmail.com

TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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Back to School Get into a healthy routine New and demanding routines on those first few days back at school can be intimidating for both parents and kids alike. To assist, the Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) offers some tips to help your little ones start off the school year feeling strong: Play and exercise for better sleep: Research shows exercising helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep for longer.

This is especially true for kids.

Unfortunately, studies show only seven per cent of kids in Canada get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity each day. Make sure your child gets enough sleep every night by encouraging physical activity during the day.

Go organic: Teaching our kids about the benefits of organic foods is almost as important as making sure they eat breakfast every day.

When you buy organic foods, you’re investing in your health and the health of your family and you’re supporting environmentally sustainable practices. These are all important messages we should be teaching our children.

Add a multivitamin to your mix: Mornings can be busy and hectic.

Sometimes kids just don’t have time to eat a full, healthy breakfast to get all the nutrients they need.

Supplementing your kids’ diet with a multivitamin might be a good idea to ensure they are getting all the essential nutrients.

There are multivitamins formulated for every age, ranging from kids to adults.

Speak with your health-care practitioner to determine which multivitamin is best for

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every member of your family.

Pack a brain-boosting lunch: Packing the right food for lunch can also play a role in boosting your child’s brain power.

Foods that contain poly-unsaturated fats are good for brain health and provide energy.

If possible, try to slip avocados or pumpkin seeds into school lunches.

Add omega-3s for brain health: The long-chain omega-3 fats in fish oil have been shown to improve cognitive performance, including improved behaviour, memory, and reading.

Getting the right amount of healthy fats during pregnancy and childhood has shown to have a number of benefits for children, including increased intelligence and visual acuity.

Omega-3 supplements are available in different forms for children and adults.

Don’t forget about vitamin D: In September, the days get shorter and back-to-school means more time indoors, both of which can lead to a decrease in vitamin D. Children and toddlers need vitamin D to absorb calcium and form strong teeth and bones. It has also been linked to increased immunity and disease prevention. Consider adding a vitamin D supplement formulated for children.

When adding supplements to your child’s diet, it is always a good idea to speak with your health care practitioner. Visit chfa.ca for more information on how to help your child thrive and enjoy a healthy transition back to school.

North Shore

Ph: 554-1334 Fax: 554-1337

ACCEPTING REGISTRATION for infants & toddlers for September

Our educators will provide a warm environment thats offers: Freedom of Choice • Independence • Love for learning Practice of virtues • Pre-literacy • Science & culture Concrete & abstract math concepts • Music & art

Preschool spaces filling up for September, Reserve your spot today!

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6TH AVENUE MONTESSORI providing care for our community for over 30 years pr

3 LOCATIONS 520 6th Avenue • 250-828-6675 565 Summit Drive • 250-828-2533 Gingerbread House Daycare • 250-828-2045

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Ages 12 months - 12 years Monday - Friday • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Registrations now being accepted!

www.bigadventuresdaycarekam.ca

Mon—Fri, 6:45am—6:00pm • 140 Laburnum St. • 250-554-0650

6TH AVENUE MONTESSORI

Providing care for our community for over 30 years

ACCEPTING REGISTRATION for infants & toddlers for September

Preschool spaces filling up for September! Reserve your space today

3 LOCATIONS

520 6th Avenue • 250-828-6675 | 1565 Summit Drive • 250-828-2533 | Gingerbread House Daycare • 250-828-2045

Ages 12 months - 12 years • Monday - Friday • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Aberdeen

Ph: 372-2885 Fax: 372-7808

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TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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BE PART OF THE ADVENTURE!

Dance is MAGIC

THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU IN SCOUTING BEAVERS: AGES 5-7 SHARING-SHARING-SHARING CUBS: AGES 8-10 DO YOUR BEST! SCOUTS: AGES 11-14 BE PREPARED VENTURES: AGES 14-17 PLAN YOUR OWN PROGRAM BE PART OF THE SERVICE TO COMMUNITY...

VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME...

VOLUNTEERS FROM THE UNIVERSITY ACQUIRE SERVICE HOURS FOR YOUR PROGRAMS

FOR MORE INFORMATION Call Lee 778.257.0204 www.scoutskamloops.ca BOUT ASK US A OT T & T N E PAR CLASSES!

ASK US ABOUT AD ULT CLASSES

Pre School - RAD Ballet - Contemporary Lyrical - Jazz - Tap - Hip Hop Musical Theatre - Certified in Acrobatic Arts

REGISTRATION AT THE STUDIO August 26: 4:00pm - 9:00pm September 2: 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Classes begin September 14th, 2015

For more information or to register: 250-828-1360 or info@thedancegallery.org

#3-1335 Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops www.thedancegallery.org

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We welcome you to the Kamloops Christian School

Early Learning Centre The KCS Early Learning Centre is the beginning journey of the Kamloops Christian School experience.

We provide an enriched, safe and stimulating environment where children will develop emotional, cognitive, physical, spiritual, and social skills that will prepare them for life.

The programs we offer:

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Christ-centred, Biblebased education that nurtures academic potential, moral character, a Christian worldview, and commitment to serving God and others.

TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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Back to School ABC

ON THE

MOVE

While many students likely do not have a full household worth of furniture and goods, many will still be setting up shop in a different part of the country to attend their chosen postsecondary institution.

Some may stuff their life into the trunk of their car, while others will require the services of a reputable moving company.

“One of the most common complaints the Better Business Bureau (BBB) receives with respect to moving companies is people feel overcharged for the

number of items and weight of the load,” said Evan Kelly, senior communications advisor with the BBB serving Mainland B.C. “A reputable company should be able to provide certified weight of the items you are shipping,” Kelly said.

“However, just understand that any quotes are based on estimated weight before any actual scaling happens.”

The BBB offers tips on hiring a moving company: • Use a company that has been in business for a while or can offer you references

which you should call. Go online to bbb.org/mbc for BBB business reviews.

• Make sure you understand how much insurance the carrier has and what it covers. You may need to purchase extra insurance to protect your possessions.

• Obtain several written estimates.

Keep in mind the lowest bid may not necessarily be the best when you consider insurance, training, experience, quality of vehicle, etc.

Verify the cost estimate includes all the items you want moved.

• Make sure that you get any verbal promises in writing.

Make sure the contract specifies the dates and times of your move. Do not sign any contract with sections left blank. Carefully read and understand the contract before signing.

• Make an inventory of the goods to be moved.

Supervise the loading and

unloading of the truck or arrange for someone else who has a copy of your inventory to do so.

It is important to have a responsible person stay at the truck during loading and unloading.

• If damage or loss occurs, have the driver make a special note on the inventory and/or delivery receipt, then promptly notify the company in writing, keeping a copy for your own files.

• If your belongings will be left overnight in a truck, be sure to use a company with proper climate-controlled vehicles.

• Remember, if the moving company packs everything, the company is responsible; if you pack things, you are responsible.

• Avoid Saturday and Sunday deliveries. Movers must pay workers overtime for weekends.

• Check invoices to ensure services charged were rendered.

Little Fawn Nursery

Quality Preschool for Children In Our Community Little Fawn Nursery supports individual and collective agency as given by Creator.

We provide a dedicated educational Nursery service based on respect, caring and cultural significance. We encourage the children to practice independent decision making as a rehearsal for their future as active members and leaders in our community.

Established in 1967

Our Children are Our Future Our Philosophy: • To provide a quality preschool program based on individual progress and development • To respect each child as a unique individual with rights and responsibilities • To provide a safe, secure and loving learning environment • To educate based on the belief that parents, are above all, primary in each child’s life and learning We Provide: • Activities and materials designed to enhance and encourage individual, emotional, physical and spiritual learning, thinking, playing and language • Secwepemc teachings including language immersion, traditional songs and dances • Cooperative learning • Consistent routines and regulations based on equality and respect for self and others • Health and nutrition program - dental, hygiene and nutrition

250-828-9734 • jessica.arnouse@kib.ca 360 Chief Alex Thomas Way, Kamloops, BC V2H 1H1

Mission To provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life.

Core Values

Programs & Services Early Childhood Programs Little Club Kids Child Care John Tod Centre First Steps Young Parent Program First Steps Centre Pre-Maternelle Bonjour Preschool John Todd Centre

Youth Programs Youth Afterschool Drop-in Connections Gender Specific Programs Rogers Raising the Grade Youth Leadership Council Youth Summer Drop-in • Nights Alive

Family Development Connect Parent Group • Circle of Friends Friday Family Night • The incredible Years Worry Dragons - Youth Anxiety Group

School Aged Children Children’s Recreation and Development Programs John Tod Centre Brocklehurst Neighbourhood Centre Lower Sahali Neighbourhood Club and Dallas Afterschool Kids Club

Belonging Respect Encouragement and Support Working Together Speaking Out

Since becoming a member I have...

had people here to help me when I need help

loved going on lots of field trips and adventures!

Tiffany, 15 Youth Afterschool Drop-in

Anderson, 7 Lower Sahali Neighbourhood Club

made lots of new friends!

School Based Programs Power Start Program - four elementary schools Power UP! Afterschool homework support program

Specialty Programs Summer Day Camps & Inservice Day Camps Jays Care Baseball Rookie League Bright Red Book Bus - Summer Literacy

Phone us: 250-554-5437 • Follow us:

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Oliver, 10 P owerStart & John Tod Afterschool program

learned that I can make furbies our of pom poms!

Evangeline, 9 Lower Sahali Neighbourhood Club

had really good snacks!

Araya. 6 John Tod Afterschool program

• Or Visit us online: www.bgckamloops.com

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TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

Lee’s Music

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Too much time on Your Hands?

the musician’s choice

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Why not join a Class and learn how to make your own gifts this fall? We have “No Experience Necessary” Classes for all ages!

High Country

Stained Glass 653 Victoria Street, (Downtown) Kamloops

For more info or to register call 250-851-0876

Sales • Repairs • Lessons • Service 1305 Battle Street • 250-374-6683 • leesmusic.net

Check us out: highcountrystainedglass.com Follow us on Facebook!

Please Note: We are moving to 1330 Battle Street on September 1st!

“A lifetime of learning begins here” HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR PRESCHOOL YET? A C T Q U I C K LY ! S PA C E S W I L L F I L L U P F A S T I N T H I S H I G H LY S O U G H T A F T E R P R O G R A M Tues/Thurs am or pm classes Mon/Wed/Friday am or pm classes Mon-Thurs or Tues-Friday am or pm Mon-Friday am or pm classes

$125 per month $175 per month $225 per month $260 per month

Amazing classrooms, beautiful materials, highly skilled teachers.

Don’t miss out – Child can enter as long as they are 3 by December 31st.

We also offer after school care, infant/toddler and 3-5 childcare – ALL fully licensed programs with qualified staff.

Valleyview Campus 1764 Valleyview Drive Preschool Childcare - Ages 1 to 12

Sahali Campus

1585 Summit Drive Preschool Childcare - Ages 5 to 12

Pineview Campus

1711 Copperhead Drive Preschool Childcare - Ages 1 to 12

. . . always putting children first & always going several steps beyond!

25O.319.9O44 • www.kamloopskidz.com

TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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

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

phone: 250-371-4949 fax: 250-374-1033 email: classiÀeds@kamloopsthisweek.com

*Run Until Sold

*Run Until Rented

1 Issue ..................$13.00 1 Week ..................$30.00 1 Month ................$96.00

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

Houses, condos, duplexes, suites, etc.

(3 months max.)

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

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

Tax not included.

No refunds on classified ads.

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

Regular Classified Rates

Based on 3 lines

Employment (based on 3 lines)

(No businesses, 3 lines or less)

(No businesses, 3 lines or less) *$35.00 + Tax *Some restrictions apply.

*$53.00 + Tax *Some restrictions apply. *Ads scheduled

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

1 Issue...................................$16.38 1 Week ..................................$39.60 1 Month ............................. $129.60 Tax not included. No refunds on classified ads.

Garage Sale

$11.5+tax per issue 3 lines or less

Announcements

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Employment

Employment

Employment

Employment

Employment

Anniversaries

Information

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Business Opportunities

Career Opportunities

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2pm Wednesday for Friday’s Paper.

call 250-374-0462

Advertisements should be read on the first publication day. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion.

Run ‘till SOLD

It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertising shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement.

LABOUR DAY DEADLINE CHANGE Kamloops This Week will be closed on Monday, September 7th 2015, for the Labour Day Statutory Holiday.

Please note the following Classified Deadline Change: The deadline for Tuesday September 8th paper will be Friday, September 4th at 11am.

Coming Events

If you have an

upcoming event for our

COMMUNITY CALENDAR go to

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Personals Looking For Love?

Try your luck with 1x1 boxed ad $35 plus tax for 2 weeks.

Price includes box number.

Call 250-371-4949 to place your ad and for more details.

Lost & Found Found: Makita Battery pack on Sun Rivers Drive on Saturday. 250-682-2938.

Lost: Gold pinkie ring etched eagle near Costco. Reward.

Call 778-470-4707.

Lost: Grey & white cat in the Westmount area. 778-2573351.

CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment.

Full-time permanent required for Cobblestone Creek & Lodging Co. in the Columbia Valley. Come join our award winning company that offers guests, home owners and our employees a different experience in the tourism industry. Requires: 4-5 yrs experience in clerical accounting; Good knowledge of current accounting and bookkeeping practices; federal taxes and CRA requirements, BC Provincial taxes and employment standards; Proficiency with Quickbooks and Microsoft Office is essential. Will require some assistance with guest bookings.

GET FREE vending machines can earn $100,000 + per year.

All cash-locations provided.

Protected Territories. Interest free financing. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629 Website www.tcvend.com.

HIP OR knee replacement?

Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability tax credit $2,000 tax credit $20,000 refund. Apply today for assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

We offer competitive wages, health benefits, 3 weeks vacation per year, company cell phone, company paid courses and leisure allowances!

Career Opportunities

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: careers@ cobblestonecreek.ca before September 7, 2015

MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with Canada’s top Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-4661535 www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com.

www.cobblestonecreek.ca For full details visit: www.LocalWorkBC.ca

IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

7128959

Travel

Timeshare CANCEL YOUR Timeshare.

No risk program stop mortgage & maintenance payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.

Employment Career Opportunities 7091376

Now has a permanent position available for a

LICENSED OPTICIAN OR

CONTACT LENS FITTER

Wages commensurate with experience.

Guaranteed a minimum of 25 hours per week and includes benefits.

Email letter of interest to: David McGowan, Optical Manager w161opt@costco.com

Truck Driver Training

Professional Truck Driver Program - Funding available for those who qualify!

CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE

Information

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email: fish@blackpress.ca

BOOKKEEPER

Opportunity

your event.

Advertise in the 2016 - 2018 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis ✱Largest Sportsman’s publication in BC.

~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

September 11-13 • September 25-27

Air Brakes

TRAINING TRUCK DRIVERS FOR 27 YEARS!

DOMINO'S PIZZA KAMLOOPS Now hiring

INSTORE PERSONNEL & DELIVERY DRIVERS

Apply at: 1967 ETC HWY after 10am Kamloops B.C.

Run ‘till SOLD

* Some conditions may apply

Help Wanted 6856155

NOW HIRING LINE COOKS & SERVERS

Join our team and be part of our Southern BBQ Experience.

Please submit resume to Food & Beverage Manager, Maggie Pomorska 555 West Columbia St, Kamloops

Has the following door to door delivery routes coming available:

ABERDEEN

Rte 527 – Hunter Pl, Huntleigh Cres. – 27 p. Rte 613– 2210 - 2291 Crescent Dr, 115 - 155 Highland Rd (odd), Park Dr, 2207 Rte 529 – 1555 Howe Rd – 88 p.

2371 ETC Hwy. - 63 p.

Rte 564 – 2000 - 2099 Hugh Allan Dr, Rte 660– Adams Ave, Babine Ave, 2391 Pinegrass Crt & St. – 39 p.

- 2881 Skeena Dr. - 69 p.

Rte 583 – Butte Pl, Chinook Pl, 1423 WESTSYDE/WESTMOUNT 1690 MtDufferin Dr. – 42 p.

Rte 207 – Anderson Terr, 1920-1990 (even) Rte 584 – 1752 - 1855 Hillside Dr. - 31 p.

Westsyde Rd. – 28 p.

DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 235 – 3440 - 3808 Westsyde Rd. – 65 p.

Rte 750 – 5101 - 5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Rte 236 – Ida Lane. – 40 p.

Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 29 p.

Rte 243 – Dohm Rd, Serle Crt, Pl & Rd, 3102 Rte 751 – 5310 Barnhartvale Rd, - 3190 Westsyde Rd (even). – 69 p.

5300 - 5599 Dallas Dr, 5485 - 5497 ETC Hwy, Viking Dr, Wade Pl. 60 p.

Rte 752 – 5600 - 5998 Dallas Dr, Harper Rd & Pl. – 65 p.

DOWNTOWN/LOWER SAHALI Rte 371 – Connaught Rd, 451 - 475 Lee Rd, W. St. Paul St. – 68 p.

Rte 384 – 407 - 775 W. Battle St, 260 - 284 Centre Ave. – 44 p.

Rte 403– 444 - 482 Greenstone Dr, Tod Cres. – 30 p.

Rte 404– Chapperon Dr, 111 - 439 Greenstone Dr, Pyramid Crt. – 72 p.

16 Hour Course 20 Hour Course

Rte 405– Anvil Cres, Bestwick Crt’s & Dr, Mahood Pl, morrisey Pl. – 93 p.

Rte 406– 108 - 492 McGill Rd. – 67 p. call 250.828.5104 or visit

VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER

tru.ca/trades

Class 1, 2, 3 and B-Train Driver Training

* Also looking for summer relief carriers in all areas *

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 250-374-0462

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Employment Drivers/Courier/ Trucking US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude.

Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Run ‘till SOLD

* Some conditions may apply

250-374-7467 Education/Trade Schools HUNTER & FIREARMS

Courses.

Next C.O.R.E. Aug. 29th & 30th Saturday and Sunday.

P.A.L. Sept.

5th, Saturday. Challenges, Testing ongoing daily. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:

Bill

250-376-7970

START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

Help Wanted

PART-TIME OFFICE POSITION 15- 25 hours per week Mon.- Sat. Office experience required Apply in person with resume

VALLEYVIEW MINI-STORAGE

#10 1967 TCH Hwy. Kamloops, B.C.

EARN EXTRA $$$

KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city.

Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462 I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries.

Vehicle is required.

For more information please call the Circulation Department at

250-374-0462

Employment Hospitality 7127529

Pets & Livestock

KAMLOOPS Is now hiring staff to be a part of our #1 franchise. Must be mature, goal oriented, energetic and a team player. Food Safe required.

Apply in person with resume Monday— Friday between 1-3PM or mail to 316 Victoria St. Subway or email resume to

PETS For Sale? for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm. (250)371-4949

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com *some restrictions apply.

TRY A CLASSIFIED AD

Medical/Dental Busy cosmetic dental practice is looking for an experienced certified dental assistant for a maternity leave position, Monday to Thursday starting Wednesday, September 16, 2015. Please fax your resumes to 250-374-4622 or email to: manager@artdentistry.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Sales 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.

Trades, Technical Full-Time Journeyman Auto Mechanic Required. A valid Drivers License and your own tools are required. Please forward your resume to: christina@butlerautoandrv.ca.

We offer competitive wages.

Work Wanted HANDYMAN Carpentry Drywall - Painting - and More Call Blaine 250-851-6055 HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774.

Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /Office Worker/Tutor Detail oriented, organized, problem-solver, extremely computer literate.

Strong proofreading, editing, technical writing, public speaking skills.

Can teach practically anything I know. IT work preferred but any job using problem-solving skills could be a good match.

Gene Wirchenko 250-8281474. genew@telus.net

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions AERO AUCTIONS Upcoming Auctions. Thurs., Aug. 27 & Oct. 22, Edmonton. Live & On-Line Bidding. Mining excavation & transportation equipment, rock trucks, excavators, dozers, graders, trucks, trailers, misc attachments & more!

Consignments welcome! Visit: aeroauctions.ca.

1-888-6009005.

TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

Antiques / Vintage

YOUR NEWSPAPER:

Antique Tube Radios. 1929 1970. $20 - $250. 250-3722787.

Merchandise for Sale

$500 & Under

Free Items

Furniture

Do you have an item for sale under $750?

Free: Baby crib no mattress.

You pick-up. 250-573-2378.

Free: Double mattress suitable for camping. Folding table for flea market. 250-3740988.

Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?

Call our Classified Department for details!

250-371-4949

Fruit & Vegetables Italian/Beekstake Tomatoes .75lb.

Plums, peaches.

Mac/spartan apples. Trees.

Call all summer. 250-376-3480

Computer Equipment

Firewood/Fuel

WANTED! Newer MacBook Pro or MacBook Air 250-3711333

$100 & Under

IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS

Garden hose 100ft. on reel. $99. 250-573-2599.

Firearms

Furniture

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation.

Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com.

1930’s Walnut dining rm suite w/6 chairs and buffet $600 (250) 573-5445 Corner display unit curved glass sides $400 250-3725062

True North Electric food smoker includes chips, used once. $100. 250-828-1983.

Livestock

Livestock

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 Education/Trade Schools

Education/Trade Schools

7128272 SUPPORT & EDUCATION COORDINATOR – KAMLOOPS Full time to March 31, 2016 (possible extension) The Alzheimer Society of B.C. works provincewide to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, to promote public awareness and to search for the causes and cure. Working from our Kamloops Resource Centre, the Coordinator delivers the Society’s core programs including information, support services and education NWZ [XMKQõK OMWOZIXPQKIT IZMI :M[XWV[QJQTQ\QM[ include: delivering workshops for caregivers, people with early symptoms of dementia and the public, developing/overseeing support groups for family/friend caregivers and people with early symptoms of dementia, volunteer management, develop/maintaining relationships with health care professionals, managing the referral process, maintaining databases.

Candidates must have degree and 3-5 years experience in health/ social agency, extensive knowledge of/experience with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia and caregiving issues.

3VW_TMLOM WN 5; 7NõKM \QUM UIVIOMUMV\ [SQTT[ ability to work independently w/strong attention to detail. Experience providing support/education in human services environment, presentation skills, volunteer management, and development of community connections.

Forward resume with cover letter that details how your qualifications match position. Also please include indication of salary expectation: humanresources@alzheimerbc.org HR, Alzheimer Society of B.C. 300-828 West 8 Ave, Vancouver, BC Closes Mon, Monday, V5Z 1E2 Closes JunSeptember 22/2015 7/2015

Rocker Slider Chair with foot stool.

Good condition. $25/obo. 250-374-0988.

ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine.

Stock up now. Campfire wood.

(250)377-3457.

A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200DMG. Huge freezers.

Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale Beautiful 9X12 Persian wool area rug, cream/teal colour. $749. 778-471-1816.

Businesses & Services Mind Body Spirit

Relax and unwind with a full body massage for appointment couples welcome (250) 682-1802

Home Improvements 7129466

Painting & Decorating

Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Fitness/Exercise WE will pay you to exercise!

Deliver Kamloops This Week

HOME DECOR CONSULTING Call Heather or Cori to book a consultation.

250-372-5045

GREAT PRODUCT. SMART SERVICE. Carpet - Hardwood Laminate - Vinyl Tile - Stone

WWW.NUFLOORS.CA info@nufloors.ca | 250.372.8141

call 250-374-0462

Garden & Lawn

Landscaping

Grassbusters Lawn and Yard Care is now booking for the 2015 season. Call us today to book your free quote! 250319-9340.

PETER’S YARD SERVICE

Only 3 issues a week!

for a route near you!

Handypersons RICKS’S SMALL HAUL

Hedge Trimming, Turf Installation Tree removal Dump runs Licensed & Certied

250-572-0753

For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent.

Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Heat, Air, Refrig.

6941647 AIR CONDITIONER

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250-377-3457

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J.WALSH & SONS

250.372.5115

HOME DECOR CONSULTING Call Heather or Cori to #330 ! $329<¡;!ࣅ32U

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

SPECIALS ON NOW!

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Leather sofa with matching loveseat. Excellent condition. $1,000/each. 778-2575922.

Heavy Duty Machinery

*some restrictions apply

The link to your community

Pets Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

Merchandise for Sale

WHERE DO YOU TURN

Merchandise for Sale

sonyaweaver@hotmail.com

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Merchandise for Sale

Pets TRI-CITY SPECIAL!

Pets & Livestock Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries.

Call 250-374-0462 for more information.

www.kamloopsthisweek.com

Only $150/month

Run your 1x1 semi display classified in every issue of Kamloops This Week

Call 250-371-4949

Misc Services ACCURATE SPRAYFOAM LTD. Now booking in your area for August and September.

Call Toll Free 1-877-553-2224 for more information www.accuratesprayfoam.ca

250-372-5045

B and C PAINTING 25 years experience.

Fully insured.

Free estimates.

No job to small.

250-319-8246, 250-554-8783

BUDGET PAINTING, Interior, Exterior, 25% Off. Fully Insured, Repaint Specialists, No Job Too Big or Small Quality Workmanship. Excellent References. Seniors Discounts, Free Estimates.

Call Jerry 1-250-571-6852.

Stucco/Siding

TUESDAY, August 25, 2015

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Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for Sale Kenmore Vacuum c/w hose and powerhead 11amp. Exec cond. $75. 250-554-1023.

Meat Slicer 10in Stainless $125. Elec cheese grinder $100. (250) 374-7979

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Real Estate

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Misc. Wanted

Apt/Condos for Sale

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Recreation

THOMPSON VILLA APARTMENTS

Juniper Village

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Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Sets, Paper $ etc Call Chad at 778-281-0030

1 Bedroom Apartments $780 - 850 â&#x20AC;˘ Seniors Orientated â&#x20AC;˘ Close to the Hospital â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet Living Space â&#x20AC;˘ Underground Parking â&#x20AC;˘ Newly Renovated Suites

MISC4Sale: Camperette $300, Oak Table Chairs-$400, 2-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg.

For Sale By Owner For Sale By Owner $55.00 Special!

ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive

The special includes a 1x1.5 ad (including photo) that will run for one week (three editions)in Kamloops This Week. Our award winning paper is delivered to over 30,000 homes in Kamloops every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday..

Kamloops BC call for availability 250-374-7467

SEA-CANS 20ft starting at $2650. 40ft. starting at $2950.

Kamloops. 250-374-5555.

Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477 STEEL BUILDINGS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Summer madness sale!â&#x20AC;? All buildings, all models. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gone mad deals. Call Now and get your deal. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca Treadmill Free Spirit $250 Lrg Oak table w/6chairs 2 lvs like new $1000 (250) 579-9483

Call or email us for more info:

250-374-7467

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Musical Instruments Nordheimer Piano. Good condition. $350. 250-376-6027.

Sporting Goods Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Multi-spd Raleigh Mtn Bike. $150. Elliptical Trainer. $650. 778-471-1816.

Houses For Sale DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T OVERPAY! rtmihomes.com â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your smart housing solutionâ&#x20AC;? Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest provider of manufactured housing. Text or call (844-3342960). In stock 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;/20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;/22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Homes on sale now!

Lots 7115467

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 fireplace. 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 250682-3984 for more information. Asking $189,000.00

Mobile Homes & Parks

520 Battle Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2M2 250-372-0510 1BDRM a/c, patio, n/p ref required heat and hot water incl (250) 376-1485.

Acacia Tower

1bdrm & bachelor suites starting @$615/mth.

Located downtown with great views, close to hospital, pharmacy, shopping & transit.

1 yr FREE Telus Essential TV pkg with signing 1 year lease. N/P, N/S. reference, credit check & security deposit required.

250-374-7455

Lease to own New 16 x 58 2bdrm 2bth mobile home in new mobile park. Trouble with financing? One or Two year term Call Gerry 250-371-1849

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Available spacious 1bdrm apts. Starting at $850/mo. The Sands Apartment.

Centrally located. On-site Management.

250-828-1711.

Beautiful, 2bdrm apt, avail Sept. 1st, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, bright, spacious, quiet, top floor with view, Grandview Terr, walk to TRU & shopping. N/S, N/P. $1,000/mo, 250-374-8566.

Lots

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Garage Sale deadline is Wednesday 2pm for Friday Call Tuesday before 2pm for our 2 day special for $15.50 for Thursday and Friday Garage Sale Packages must be picked up Prior to the Garage Sale.

www.sundenmanagement.com

Landmark 1 across from TRU. 1bdrm +den, N/S, N/P. $1250. Sept 1. 250-319-7285 Logan Lake 2bdrm $550 tenant pays (604) 463-3728

condo hydro

NORTH SHORE

1 and 2 bedroom apartments.

Clean quiet buildings.

Reasonable Rental Rates

5 Star Resort in Scotch Creek B.C. 1-bdrm 1-bath Park Model.

Tastefully decorated guest cabin. One of only 15 lots on the beautiful sandy beach with a wharf for your boat.

Provincial Park, Golf, Grocery/Liquor Store and Marina all minutes away. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot-tubs, Adult and Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground.

Asking $1500/week. 4 day, 1-week, 2-week & monthly rentals available.

BOOK NOW! FMI CALL 1-250-371-1333

Rooms for Rent Room $450. Room and Board $650 for lady. Avail Immed or Sept. 1st. 250-879-0424.

Utilities not included

CALL 250-682-0312

Senior Assisted Living

Independent and assisted living, short term stayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 24 hour nursing care and respite.

Bed & Breakfast BC Best Buy Classifiedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC. Call 250-371-4949 for more information

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Shared Accommodation

Commercial/ Industrial 2400sq/ft. - shop or warehouse space 14ft. door, portion of fenced yard.

Call 319-1405

Male seeking roommate Westsyde Furn. Close to bus $550/mo util incl. Avail Aug. 1st. Call 250-579-2480.

North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020 Westmount 2 rooms. $550$600/each. N/S, N/P. Avail immed. DD, Ref. 554-9409.

Suites, Lower

Homes for Rent

1bdrm Heffley Creek prvt ent, 1 dog ok, w/d, n/s util incl $800 (778) 468-4882 lve message

Looking for a Rental in Kamloops or Logan Lake?

1BDRM Sep. Entr. Shared Lndry. N/S N/P $800/mo+DD+ refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, util. incl. Brock 554-2228

Check out our Listings at

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1brm self contained suite. Fully furnished, bedding, flat TV, Wifi, kitchen plates etc. Sahali.

N/S, N/P. $1,000/mo. 250851-1193.

Westsyde, 2bdrms main floor.

W/D. $1300/mo. util incld. N/S, N/P. 250-319-9199.

2 Bdrm main flr near school, bus/shopping, n/p, n/s, Northshore $900/mo 250-376-8465

Commercial/ Industrial

Commercial/ Industrial

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250-371-4949

Call and ask us about our GARAGE SALE SPECIAL

ONLY $11.50 FOR 3 LINES (Plus Tax) ($1 per additional line)

2 Bedroom Condos Juniper, 1-2 bathrooms Hot Water Heat Included.

Sunden Management Ltd (250) 376-0062

Lots

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Recreational/Sale

Utility Trailers

3BDRM/1 bath parking n/p near shopping/bus Sept1st $1100 inclds util 778-220-8118 Brock 1bdrm furnished on river. n/s/n/p. Close to bus. $800 util incld. for mature person Avail Sept 1st 250-376-6914.

Daylight Bach Suite for single person $650/mo util incl + int/cab. Shared lndry N/S/N/P Sept. 15 250-374-9983 Sahali.

North Shore. 1bdrm, F/S, W/D. N/S, N/P. Avail Immed. $800. 250-376-1072.

Sahali 1bdrm suite, fully furn. brand new.

N/S, N/P. $950/mo. 250-374-7096.

Run until sold

New Price $56.00+tax

1987 GMC Cube Van. Setup for tradesman. Runs good. $3,500.

250-3741988.

Motorcycles

Townhouses TOWNHOUSES Best Value In Town

NORTH SHORE *Bright, clean & Spacious 2&3 bedrooms

Call: 250-371-4949

2003 Honda Ace. 24,300kms.

Windshield, heel & toe shifter, running boards, saddlebags. $4500. 250-319-2304.

2014 Motorino XPH Electric Scooter bike. 850kms. No scrapes. $1600 250-574-9846

12ft. Aluminum c/w 7.5 Evinrude gas and Minnkota elec motors. $1400. 778-538-1958

Sport Utility Vehicle 1981 GMC Suburban 4X4.

Re-built motor/trans.

Good shape. $2,900. 250-828-1808.

Trucks & Vans

Antiques / Classics 1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $5,500 obo (250) 376-5722

Electric Motorino Scooter 122km like new, new batteries, $1500obo 1-250-5236976

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1988 Ford F-250 Lariat SLT and 1989 9.5ft. Bigfoot Camper. Original Owner.

Sold as is. $5,000. 250-3765358.

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Auto Accessories/Parts

1989 Fleetwood AClass 120,000km slps 6, well kept, $8500obo (250) 579-9691

Set of Goodyear Ultra Winters.

P205/55-R16 on 5 stud rim will fit Mazda 3. $500. 851-0504.

1994 Coleman Sedona tent trailer exc cond, newly serviced slps 6 $3,700 374-2192

1992 Toyota 4X4. Excellent condition, runs great. $4,250. 250-374-1988.

Cars - Domestic

2005, 38â&#x20AC;&#x2122; RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $14,900. 250-376-1655.

1995 Chev Suburban 4x4, lots of new parts. $2500/obo. 250457-0786.

1972 AMC Javelin SST. Second owner. Exec mech cond. $3,000/obo. 250-372-2096.

2002 Chevy S10. 113,000kms.

Auto V-6. Good condition. $5,800. 778-866-2665.

1994 Merc. Grand Marquis 4dr. 8cyl. 4.6L. 217,500kms.

Good cond. $1800. 554-9981.

2004 Mazda MPV, V-6 7-psngr. 1 owner, no accidents. $3,500. 250-376-1353.

2004 Chrysler Intrepid 3.5L, full load, new brakes, tires, battery. $3850/obo. 376-4163 2006 Ford Taurus. 4dr, auto.

Green. 177,000kms. Good shape. $3,750. 250-851-0264.

2008 Cadillac CTS Premium.

130,000kms.

AWD, Great in the winter, BLK w/leather interior, CD, power windows, seats, mirrors, locks, heating/cooling seats. $16,800. 250-320-6900.

2005 Gulf Stream Class C, Yellowstone 31â&#x20AC;&#x2122; with 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x38â&#x20AC;? slide-out.

Slps 8, 2dr fridge/freezer, stove/mic, glass shower, A/C. 107,000kms.

Great condition. $29,500/obo.

Call/txt 250-320-3901 FMI. 2005 Sprinter 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; w/slide 1995 F250 Ford diesel w/low mileage both in exc cond. asking $20,000 obo for both (250) 314-6661

2008 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Springdale travel trailer with 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; slide sleeps 6 in great shape $14,500 obo txt or call 250-851-1091

Camaro 1994 Z-28, V8, 6spd. cruise, a/c 125,000km $4,999 (250) 554-3240

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Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of Lori Ann Sostorics, deceased, formerly of #77 - 665 McBeth Place, Kamloops, B.C. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Lori Ann Sostorics, deceased, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator at Morelli Chertkow LLP, 300 - 180 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 2E3, on or before Monday, September 28, 2015, after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

Signed: Allycia Nicole Sostorics Administrator of the Estate of Lori Ann Sostorics

2010 Mountaineer 305RLT $28,000. 34.4ft. One Owner, full load. Triple hydraulic slides, elec. stabilizers, awning.

2006 Silverado Diesel 151,000kms. $25,000. Package $50,000.

250-679-2518, cell 250-3183144.

9FT Okanagan Camper. F/S, bathroom.

Good shape. $2,200/obo. 250-376-1841.

4 OUT OF 5 PEOPLE WITH DIABETES DIE OF HEART DISEASE.

Solicitor: MORELLI CHERTKOW LLP 2008 Denali Crew Cab AWD. Sunroof, DVD, NAV. Fully loaded. 22â&#x20AC;? chrome wheels, leather.

141,000kms. $28,800. 250319-8784.

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Utility Trailers

2009 29ft. Cougar 278RKS 5th Wheel. 1-slide, slps4. Good cond. $19,500. 250-372-7397.

ONLY $35.00(plus Tax)

2006 Dodge 2500 4x4 HD. 1994 9.5ft. camper. $20,000/both. 778-220-7372.

2011 Nissan Titan SL Crew cab 4x4, loaded. 94,000kms. $26,900. 250-718-0715.

2009 Hyundai Sonata. 4dr, auto, fully loaded. 143,000kms. $9,500. 250-579-0195.

Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $6900.00 obo 250-554-0580

14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Spingbok long deck fisherman Honda 8hp 4 stroke,trailer & accessories $3200 Honda Big Red 3 Wheeler top shape $1650 250-554-0201

2-Person fiberglass 10ft. fishing boat. Nice shape. $550.

250-374-5251.

318-4321

Transportation

12ft. Lund alum boat w/remote loader, elec motor, canopy, used 4x. $4,200.

3781860.(Merritt)

2007 Sea Doo Speed Boat, 4 Seater.$15,000obo Call 250320-5194 (after 6pm)or lv msg

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Flatdeck Hauler for Heavy Equipment. $3,850. 250374-1988.

Boats 1996 Yamaha Royal Star with sidecar, airbrushed. $21,900. Over $80,000 invested. 250-573-7610.

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2006 Dumping Trailer.

5000lbs/ 2272 kg capacity.

Holds 2.4 cubic yards. $7,250. 250-374-1988.

*Some conditions & restrictions apply.

Private party only (no businesses).

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Welcoming Cumfy 1bedroom.

Close to University, Hospital.

Student or quiet person. Excellent Location. $495or$725 ns/np. Call (250) 299-6477 Westsyde, 3bdrms.

W/D. $1250/mo util incld. N/S, N/P. 250-319-9199.

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Trailer for snowmobile/ATV 10ft long aluminum, tilt deck, $1800 (250) 320-9068

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OFFICIAL NOTICE Kevin David Hamel, this is your ofďŹ cial notice that at 9:30 a.m. on October 5, 2015 in Quesnel Family Court, 350 Barlow Ave, Quesnel, B.C., the Director of Child, Family and Community Service will apply to the court for a Continuing Custody Order pursuant to Section 49(5) of the Child, Family and Community Service Act, in connection with J.H., DOB Nov. 25, 2006. You have the right to be present in court and to be represented by legal counsel. Kevin David Hamel, or anyone knowing his whereabouts, please contact Tammy Parker, Social Worker, Ministry of Children and Family Development, 163 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, British Columbia V2J 2R1.

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ACROSS 1. Encase a gift 5. Tonsillitis bacteria 10. Pre-1972 British trial session 12. Family Upupidae 14. Five & dime pioneer 16. Public prosecutor 18. Actress Farrow 19. Household god (Roman) 20. Indian dresses 22. Misjudge 23. Actress Zellweger 25. Remove flour lumps 26. Obtain 27. Modeled 28. Juan, Francisco or Antonio 30. Indian territory, Daman and ___

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52. Driver compartment 53. Emitted coherent radiation 55. Radioactivity unit 56. Former CIA 57. And (Latin)

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58. Disintegrate 63. “Desperado” band 65. Makes into law 66. Attentiveness 67. Skillful hand movement

10. Ablaze 11. Duskiness 13. Enlightened 15. Unnaturally pale 17. Acutely insightful and wise 18. “French Kiss” actress Ryan 21. “Alien” director 23. Long-tailed rodent 24. A way to ingest 27. Sound units 29. Relating to the nose 32. Cereal grass 34. Sticky or hot-cross 35. Productive land 36. Englut 39. Apply with short strokes 40. Indian corn genus 43. Stroke 44. Flowed in contrary directions 46. Comforts 47. Point that is one point S of due E 49. Shrub fence 51. Organ of balance 54. Proofreading symbol 59. CNN’s founder Turner 60. Smallest whole number 61. Airforce of Gr. Britain 62. A subdivision of a play 64. Exclamation of surprise

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

You need to find ways to relax, Cancer. Schedule time to unwind, whether it is dancing, listening to music or practicing yoga. Make the most of your elevated energy levels.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you have a lot on your plate at the moment, so shelve some immediate plans you had. Right now you don’t have the time to devote to them.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, continue to work hard and rewards will come to you in the professional arena.Your hard work has not gone unnoticed, and soon this will be made clear to you.

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August 25 - August 31, 2015

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Gemini, you will get another crack at an opportunity that recently passed you by. Just be patient and prepare for the chance that awaits you in the near future.

BY LINCOLN PEIRCE

HERMAN

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

BY BOB THAVES

BY JIM UNGER

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Taurus, put some thought into your long-term financial goals. Planning now will help you realize your goals down the road. Don’t put off a meeting with your advisor.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, your mind is racing a mile a minute.

Although it may be challenging, you have to find a way to slow down and focus on one thing for the time being.

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Libra, you are anxious to announce plans for a new chapter in your life. But you might want to table your enthusiasm for the time being until these plans are confirmed.

Your ideas carry a lot of weight at your job and within your circle of friends, Scorpio. This week you may be called on to come up with a few new thoughts on getting things done.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, understand that others do not necessarily have your thick skin. Consider your words carefully before delivering some constructive criticism to a friend or loved one.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, your attention to detail can make your projects take much longer than others’, but that’s what separates you from the pack. If it’s worth doing, it is worth doing right.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Words come easily to you this week, Aquarius.

It may be worth your while to negotiate a raise or debate an issue that has been bothering you lately.Your point of view will be heard

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, you may know how someone close to you is feeling even before they confide in you.

Your intuition is on fire this week.

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MATH MINDBENDER Luggage Combinations

Is your luggage combination 1234? There are jokes about that.

It would be a bad idea to select too obvious a combination, whatever that amounts to. We could make up all sorts of rules about what combinations are obvious. Limiting it to the following, how many supposedly unobvious combinations are left? It is too obvious if the combination: 1) has all the same digit or three of the same digit, 2) has two pairs of digits regardless of the order, 3) has the digits in ascending order or descending order, or 4) forms an obvious arithmetic equation.

Examples of these are: 7815 (7 + 8 = 15), 1798 (17 - 9 = 8), 9654 (9 X 6 = 54), and lastly 8199 (81 ÷ 9 = 9). Consider leading zeroes so 2024 is out (2 + 02 = 4).

There are unobvious combinations, but how many?

The answer to this math quiz will be ANSWER TO LAST WEEK’S printed in this space one week from PUPPIES QUIZ: today. A prize will be awarded via a The maximum number of combinations is all seven. Two blackrandom draw among correct entries. white-and-tan puppies and one of each other colour combination Send your answer to satisfies the conditions. The minimum number of combinations is editor@kamloopsthisweek.com three. See Gene’s blog for the explanation.

Deadline: 4 p.m. Friday, August 28th

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