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MANITOBA Kim Sigurdson left Kamloops five years ago after failing to establish a gasification plant. KTW FILE PHOTO
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Long before KGHM Ajax proposed establishing an industry that threatened city air quality, a Manitoba entrepreneur armed with a government grant whipped up a frenzy of opposition with his plans. Despite receiving a permit from the Ministry of Environment allowing him to build a gasification plant, Kim Sigurdson made the decision five years ago to leave town after he was greeted with fierce and continued opposition. Using new technology and a grant from the province, Sigurdson’s firm, Aboriginal Cogeneration, proposed a clean
and green way of getting rid of old railway ties. The gasification technology would be used at a Mission Flats location to create power to add to the BC Hydro grid. After pulling the plug on his plans in March of 2010, Sigurdson failed to find another location and gave up on the deal. Still based in Manitoba, he said in a recent telephone interview the company is working on infrastructure solutions for remote, off-the-grid communities, be they in Canada’s north or in South America. He said a “containerized solution” would see old railway ties gasified in order to power a potable water plant or to process
sewage, for example. It is also working on solar, wind and runof-the-river projects. “They’re all containerized — plug and play,” he said. As for his failed Kamloops proposal, Sigurdson blames politicians, including MLA Terry Lake and Mayor Peter Milobar, for what he claims was an anti-business attitude that pandered to a minority of people with strident objections to his plan. “I should have just stood my ground,” he said. Sigurdson said he still has a valid permit to locate the gasification plant in Kamloops. He added an official protest lodged against it with the Environmental Appeal Board has now lapsed.
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A permanent resident from Fiji threatened with deportation to a country he left at 11 years old will remain in Canada and is training to become a drug and alcohol counsellor. Feroz Buksh, dubbed the “saddest robber” after a failed hold up at a convenience store when he stole food and broke down in tears, was released from jail in July. He pleaded guilty to robbery and using an imitation firearm in the commission of an offence, crimes for which he received an 18-month jail sentence. After being released from jail, he entered a 35-day treatment program in Maple Ridge. Buksh said he received a letter from Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) telling him he will not be deported to Fiji. He has two adult children in Canada and has not lived in the South Pacific nation since he was a boy. Because he was given a sentence of more than six months, Buksh — who lived in Canada for 34 years, but never applied to become a Canadian citizen — came under review by the CBSA for removal from this country. There is no appeal of a decision by a single-member panel.
“They gave me a chance,” Buksh said in a telephone interview from the campus of Stenberg College in Surrey, where he is enrolled in a mental health and addictions counselling program. Buksh, 45, walked into the Tranquille Market store at 1170 Tranquille Rd. on an afternoon in September of 2014 and asked the clerk for some hot food and 10 packs of cigarettes. Buksh tried to pay for the items with a pre-paid Visa card. When that failed, he demanded money from the till and said he FEROZ BUKSH had a gun. Amid the demand, Buksh began to cry, telling the clerk he was going to use the money to pay for bills, explaining he was in midst of divorce. Buksh grabbed the money and ran outside. As he did, the bag broke and its contents spilled out.
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Six-year-old Cole Cassidy helps Susan Hammond show how Santa may use air pressure to keep toys from flying out of the bag in flight during his recent visit to Kamloops. The pre-Christmas event was held at the Big Little Science Centre. For more information on what is happening at the popular North Shore facility, go online to biglittlesciencecentre.org.
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Details surrounding the group of refugees bound for Kamloops through private sponsorships have changed. Martha Ashbaugh of Refugees and Friends Together (RAFT) said one of the four families originally destined for Kamloops discovered it has a relative in Toronto and has decided to move there. A second family RAFT volunteers expected to arrive with one child is now headed to Kamloops with two kids.
Ashbaugh said there is still no firm indication when the three families will arrive. She’s been told notice could range from 48 hours to 72 hours. RAFT is ready, she said, noting the city has provided it with storage space to keep donations, accommodations have been found and even something as simple as a need for a bunk bed was filled by someone within hours of the request being made. Ashbaugh is hopeful RAFT will be able to bring additional refugees to the city through the federal government program now in effect. Because of the federal focus to bring in
10,000 refugees now and, eventually, 25,000, there are no lists of privately sponsored refugee families RAFT can refer to, Ashbaugh said. But, she’s hopeful that list will be available again early next year as her organization is eager to bring in many more families. RAFT is also working with the Kamloops Islamic Association to sponsor a family. Volunteers who have offered to help with English tutoring have been meeting and preparing for the new arrivals, Ashbaugh said, while many groups in the city have been raising money to help with resettlement.
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McLure restaurant still a pile of rubble Fire levelled building in April Yellowhead Highway in McLure just before 10 p.m. on April 4. Firefighters remained on scene for 16 hours, protecting potentially explosive propane tanks and stopping the fire from spreading to nearby hillsides. The police investigation into the blaze is over. A Barriere RCMP representative confirmed to KTW the file is concluded and no charges have been recommended. The representative said the evidence found at the scene is consistent with an electrical fire.
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It’s been almost nine months since fire tore through the McLure Restaurant, turning the small community’s social heart into a pile of smoking rubble. And, not much has changed since then. “No, they haven’t rebuilt yet,” Noel Johnson, chief of the McLure Volunteer Fire Department, told KTW. “I haven’t heard anything about it [whether they will] myself.” Emergency crews were called to the restaurant on the
KTW FILE PHOTO A late-night fire razed the McLure Restaurant on April 4, burning into the following afternoon. The community’s only business has not yet been rebuilt.
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A man was treated last week for life-threatening injuries after a crash on the Trans-Canada Highway in Valleyview. RCMP Cpl. Cheryl Bush said emergency crews were called to Highway 1 near Oriole Road at about 6 a.m. on Wednesday. Investigators believe a vehicle left the road, collided with a power pole and then returned to the roadway, where it was struck by another vehicle. West-bound traffic on Highway 1 was diverted through Valleyview for much of Wednesday morning. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Downtown pharmacy robbed, crook sought Kamloops Mounties are investigating a robbery downtown on Wednesday morning. Cpl. Cheryl Bush said a man walked into the Kipp Mallery drug store at Victoria Street and Third Avenue at about 8:45 a.m. and demanded cash while showing a firearm. He received some money and fled from the store, possibly on a red-coloured bike. He left behind the firearm, which police determined was an imitation weapon. The robber is in his 20s and was wearing dark-coloured jeans, a black jacket, a black hoodie, a black ball cap and a black scarf.
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A former registered nurse who fell into alcoholism and drug addiction has pleaded guilty to assaulting a nurse at Royal Inland Hospital. Provincial court judge Stephen Harrison gave Donald Robert Clarke — a 47-year-old with an extensive criminal record, including for violent offences — a suspended sentence, saying Clarke’s mental challenges contributed to his recent crime and that he is under the supervision of workers with the Interior Health Authority. Danika Heighes, an articling student with the Kamloops Crown counsel office, told Harrison that Clarke was in hospital on Dec. 22, 2014. He has suffered from liver failure and pneumonia. Heighes said Clarke was wandering naked on the seventh
floor, “security in tow,” when he went into a kitchen area and demanded access to a blanket warmer. Heighes said the nurse on duty was concerned with hygiene and ordered Clarke to leave and get dressed. “Mr. Clarke snapped at her and told her he’d punch her in the face,” Heighes said. That was followed by a punch, partially deflected by intervening security guards, to the nurse’s chest. She was not seriously injured. Heighes added it was “more of a push than a punch.” Clarke has 51 offences on his criminal record, including for robbery and assault. Defence lawyer Don Campbell said Clarke starting smoking marijuana at nine years of age and began drinking daily at 13. Despite his addictions, Clarke completed a nursing degree at University of Alberta, working for a decade as a registered
nurse. He was married and had two children. But, he fell back into addictions, including to crystal meth. Campbell said those addictions have caused Clarke serious physical problems, including advanced liver disease. That, in turn, has led to a state of mental confusion. Clarke is assisted daily by mental-health workers from the IHA’s King Street program. While Crown and defence asked for a conditional sentence order, Harrison said the law requires that to include reporting to probation officials, something Clarke is incapable of doing on a regular basis. Instead, Harrison levied the suspended sentence and one year of probation. Terms include that Clarke not go to pubs or bars, a firearms ban and an order requiring him to take medication as prescribed or report his refusal to probation officials.
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A Kamloops man who in 2013 was the subject of an investigation by a national antiterrorism unit has been ordered to spend the next six weeks in jail for breaching his curfew. Tristan Fernandez, 19, pleaded guilty in Kamloops provincial court to breach of probation after he violated conditions imposed by a judge following a 2012 house fire he admitted to setting on purpose. In 2012, when he was
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16, Fernandez pleaded guilty to arson and break-and-enter charges stemming from a house fire that killed a family’s pet dog. At the time, court heard Fernandez broke into a Clearwater Avenue home to steal a gaming console. Before he left, he set the house ablaze by lighting cologne-soaked towels on fire. Despite his youth, Fernandez was sentenced as an adult and ordered to serve 18
months in jail followed by three years of probation — the terms by which he is still bound. In November 2013, the Crown had Fernandez’s probation conditions tightened after he popped up on the radar of the RCMP’s national-security enforcement team. The anti-terrorism unit searched Fernandez’s home, turning up weapons and a list of locations of Greyhound bus terminals.
Fernandez has a criminal record dating back to 2011, when he was jailed four months for sexual assault. He also has convictions for uttering threats and multiple breaches. On Nov. 30, police were called to a Kamloops home after a woman reported a number of men banging on her door and running around her house. When officers arrived, Fernandez was found on the property. Fernandez was arrested at about 11 p.m. — two hours after his probation curfew of 9 p.m. Kamloops provincial court Judge Stephen Harrison sentenced Fernandez to 45 days in jail.
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Single parents head back to workforce
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Mary Rae (left), a longtime employee at Flutterbuys Thrift Store, accepted a donation of a Powerfist hydraulic power lift from Kat Robertson on behalf of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers LU-993.
The B.C. government’s new training and employment program for single parents has enrolled more than 1,300 people since it began on Sept. 1. The program covers tuition, day care and transportation costs for up to a year of on-the-job training or education towards in-demand jobs for single parents on social assistance or disability payments. The benefits can continue for up to the first year of employment, including extension of government-paid dental and other health benefits. It replaces the previous system, often referred to as the welfare trap, where single parents would lose their assistance payments and benefits if they went back to school to train for a job. Social Development Minister Michelle Stilwell called the results of the program’s first four months “a very
City worker’s fate decided in January CAM FORTEMS
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The City of Kamloops and the union representing municipal workers have completed an arbitration hearing to decide the fate of a worker. City CAO David Trawin said the two sides argued last week in front an arbitrator from the B.C. Labour Relations Board. A final decision on the fate of Joe Cupello is expected in the middle of January.
Earlier this year, the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 900 grieved the firing of Cupello, who was let go after claiming to do work he had not done. Cupello had a previous record of four instances of misconduct on the job. “The Employer asserted this disciplinary record shows a pattern of failing to perform required duties and of dishonesty when questioned about such failures,” original arbitrator Robert Diebolt ruled.
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good sign,” particularly since about 400 of the voluntary participants are not in the ministry’s “expected to work” category because their children are under the age of three. Of the 1,330 people signed up to the program as of mid-December, 50 are already on the job in construction, retail, health and community service positions. More than 90 per cent of participants are single mothers, reflecting the fact that women are 90 per cent of the 16,000 single parents receiving income and disability assistance in B.C. The ministry cites research showing children who grow up in an income-assistance family are up to three times more likely to become dependent on income assistance themselves later in life. — Black Press
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But, Diebolt also ruled the city wrongly suggested the shop steward who should attend, adding the steward did little in the meeting to assist Cupello. Those failings, Diebolt ruled, breached a section of the collective agreement between the city and the union. While the Labour Relations Board ordered Cupello reinstated with lost wages, seniority and benefits, it also ordered he serve a 30-day suspension without pay for his actions.
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Passages of 2015: Bennett
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he death of former B.C. premier Bill Bennett on Dec. 4 prompted the traditional round of polite
tributes. He was the man from Kelowna who remade Vancouver, with SkyTrain, BC Place stadium and Expo 86 putting the city on the world map. He won three majority governments before handing over the steering wheel of a smoothly running Social Credit Party to Bill Vander Zalm. Outside B.C., wire service obituaries ran to a few paragraphs, defining Bennett first as the “architect of financial restraint in the province.” It seems an ordinary notion today, but when Bennett unleashed his restraint program on the B.C. government in 1983, it was presented as a right-wing coup on a socialist utopia. I was in journalism school in Vancouver when unions organized a general strike and mass street demonstrations under the banner of Operation Solidarity, appropriated from the struggle against Poland’s communist dictators. Their goal was to bring the recently re-elected government to its knees. The newly tabloid Vancouver Province, itself largely controlled by some of B.C.’s most militant unions, was a screeching banshee of the big-labour left. “Socred hitmen swoop on rights workers,” its front page declared after 400 layoff notices were issued to provincial staff. This propaganda was the public’s guide and my professional role model. A bit of background: The B.C.
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VICTORIA economy was in the grip of an international recession, hitting resource industries and government revenues hard. Bennett had ousted the Dave Barrett NDP government in 1975, but the legacy lived on. During the NDP’s three-year reign, for example, education spending increased 13 per cent in the first year and 23 per cent in each of the next two years. The blitz of restraint legislation reasserted government’s authority to control the size and wages of provincial staff, reinstated the province’s ability to pay, eliminated various boards and increased the provincial sales tax to seven per cent to pay the bills. Another Bennett legacy was dismantling the monopoly chokehold of big international unions on public heavy construction. Growing up in northeastern B.C., I had seen the impressive pay for jobs on highway construction, about twice what I earned labouring for a nonunion contractor doing city work. A couple of friends discov-
ered the inside track to securing labouring jobs on a provincially funded highway project. After joining the union, those in the know could visit a business agent and hand over $500 cash. Within days, the lucky winner would be “name requested” to join the crew, vaulting over those who thought paying dues and working their way up the seniority list would be enough. This struggle over public construction continues today, with BC Hydro’s decision to make the Site C dam an open shop. The main contract was awarded to a consortium working with the Christian Labour Association of Canada, an alternative union known by more colourful names among old-line building trades. After graduating from journalism school, I landed my first full-time job as a reporter for the Kelowna Capital News, shortly before Bennett announced his retirement from the premier’s office to finish his term as a backbench MLA. Bennett and I would sometimes arrive for work together, parking our rusty 1976 Chevrolets on Bernard Avenue, where he kept an office above the family furniture store. I found out later that Bennett’s modest old sedan was the government-issue car he had used during his entire 10 years as premier. The party bought it for him as a humorous retirement gift and he continued to drive it to work. No frills. That was Bill Bennett. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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YOUR OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR LET’S ENJOY SOLSTICE Editor: Re: Bill Ligertwood’s Rational Thoughts column of Dec. 22 (‘Merry Winter Solstice!’): I would like to wish him similar good wishes. Several people close to me, young and old, read the column and the prevailing sentiment has been one of despair with the human tragedies occurring around our wee planet, which seem to be based on the schoolyard politics of “my God’s better than your God and I’ll kill you just to prove it.” There remains, however, a sense of joy at the wonders we have to appreciate at this time of year. So, let us celebrate the lengthening of our daylight hours as we go about our winter activities with thoughts of peace and well-being to all, regardless of race, colour or religion. We can count on Solstice returning twice a year, while others await the return of some miracle, promised for the past two millennia. Sheldon Shore Kamloops
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A gaggle of Canada Geese find rest along the shoreline where the South and North Thompson rivers meet. The birds are enjoying a relatively warm fall and winter as the days now get longer.
WE MUST PROTECT OUR WATERSHEDS Editor: When Kamloops Mayor Peter Milobar and Coun. Tina Lange eventually take our message to Ottawa to seek a federal panel review for the proposed Ajax mine, I hope they will be firm in their resolve. In the meantime, here is an online link to a Nov. 28 Globe and Mail feature called Headwaters: The future of our most critical resource: http://www.theglobeandmail.
com/news/national/under-pressurewater-management-in-a-new-politicalera/article27512244/. “Lawyers, scientists and past federal employees interviewed by the Globe and Mail say that a series of changes made under Stephen Harper have reduced enforcement and weakened environmental controls, putting our water at risk,” the story states. “Even some industry representatives who lobbied the government for
a streamlined regulatory framework have been surprised at the extent of the changes.” We must not expose our own Peterson Creek watershed to the risk of contamination. We do need to be firm in our request to federal Minister of Environment Catherine McKenna of our need for a federal panel review. Mary Kay Claydon Kamloops
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2016 might be the year the Kamloops Junior Blazers return to the winner’s circle at the Kamloops International Bantam Ice Hockey Tournament. The Blazers will be among 10 tier 1 teams at the annual bantam showcase in Kamloops, which begins tomorrow and runs until Jan. 3. And, for the first time in recent memory, the tier 1 bracket of the tournament is made up almost exclusively of minor hockey association teams — with elite academies like the Delta Hockey Academy, the Okanagan Hockey Academy and the Pursuit of Excellence Hockey Academy electing to play in the Pat Quinn Classic in Burnaby from Dec. 27 to Dec. 30. “I think the nice part this year is it’s a pretty competitive field — I don’t think there’s anybody that people are saying, ‘This team’s the favourite to go and win it,’” said Junior Blazers’ head coach Kyle Allan. “That’s kind of a nice part this year, where it’s pretty open to any of the 10 teams.” The tier 1 division of the tournament includes Kamloops, the Balgonie Prairie Storm, the Prince
George Junior Cougars, the Airdrie Xtreme, the Abbotsford Hawks, the Vancouver T-Birds, the Semiahmoo Ravens, the Spruce Grove PAC Saints, the Chilliwack Junior Bruins and Team Hungary. Kamloops also has a squad in the 20-team tier 2 division of the tournament, the Kamloops Dearborn Ford Blazers. The Junior Blazers begin round-robin play against Team Hungary tomorrow at 5 p.m., at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. The club will also play games against the Ravens, the Bruins and the Saints. The Dearborn Ford Blazers, meanwhile, start against the tier 2 Langley Eagles tomorrow at 3 p.m., also on Mac Isle. They will also play the Campbell River Tyees and the Spokane Junior Chiefs in round-robin competition. “I think we’ve got a pretty good shot this year,” Allan said. His team boasts returning tier 1 players Josh Van Unen and Lachlan Tomm, as well as a stable of players who played tier 2 hockey in KIBIHT 2015. “We’ve got a hardworking team that goes out and executes pretty well. When you do that, good things tend to happen,” he said. “I think we’ve got a pretty good shot — any year we’ve had a pretty
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ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Kamloops’ Kaleb Virgo makes a stop against the Penticton Vees in 2015 Kamloops International Bantam Ice Hockey Tournament action. Play in the annual bantam showcase gets underway tomorrow, with both Kamloops teams at the McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre.
good shot, I think.” While tournament play begins tomorrow, pre-tournament action started on Sunday. The Junior Blazers took on Hungary at McArthur Island before the European team took off to Kelowna for another contest there. Hungary will play one more tune-up game tonight at 5 p.m., on Mac Isle against the Prairie Storm. The club will head back overseas on Jan. 5. KIBIHT had aimed to institute a Premier Division to the 2016 tournament — a
I think the nice part this year is it’s a “pretty competitive field — I don’t think
there’s anybody that people are saying, ‘This team’s the favourite to go and win it.’ — KYLE ALLAN, Kamloops Junior Blazers’ head coach
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grouping that would have included hockey academies, winter clubs and other topranked minor hockey programs in order to level the playing field for teams in the tier 1 division. “There’s a lot of hockey academies and hockey schools coming up,” tournament chair-
man Ted Kowalsky told KTW at the time the Premier Division was announced. “Sometimes, they put together teams that aren’t competitive with some of the standard tier 1 teams — they dominate. “So what we felt we’d do is we’d put in a Premier Division that
would accommodate teams that felt they were very strong, overly competitive.” But, with most of those teams electing to stay on the Lower Mainland, the idea has been shelved until the 2017 tournament, when KIBIHT will be played from Jan. 4 to Jan. 8.
With the Junior Blazers set to get play underway tomorrow, expectations for the club are high in the Tournament Capital. Having already won a gold medal in Kelowna and a silver medal in Victoria this season, Kamloops’ tier 1 club is looking to add a title at KIBIHT for the first time since 2011. “It has been a good year so far — it’s a pretty good group of kids that we’ve had to work with so far,” Allan said. “We’re certainly going in there expecting to do well.”
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An annual fundraiser for the North Thompson Agriplex & The Farm Kids Scholarship Fund December 31, 2015 at the North Thompson Agriplex, Barriere, B.C. Bullarama & New Year’s Party (19+): $50 • Bullarama only: $30 • 12 & under (Bullarama only): Free Doors open at 6pm • Bullarama 7pm •New Year’s Eve Dance to follow Tickets available at: The Star/Journal, Barriere Country Feeds, or the Horse Barn (Kamloops) For online tickets go to: http://www.eventbrite.ca and type in: New Years Eve Bullriding
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Steven Schafthuizen delivers a rock for the Valleyview Vikings in January. The Kamloops curler will join the Zane Bartlett rink and represent the Kootenay region at the B.C. Junior Curling Championships, which get underway today at the Kamloops Curling Centre.
Steven Schafthuizen is a Nelson guy from Kamloops who is playing for Grand ForksInvermere. It’s a little complicated, but it boils down to this: The Valleyview secondary graduate will be the lone Tournament Capital
resident playing on the boys’ side of the draw at the Tim Hortons B.C. Junior Curling Championships, which get underway today at the Kamloops Curling Centre. The Schafthuizens moved to Kamloops from Nelson, where Steven was born, in 2003. See SCHAFT . . ., A15
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Former WolfPack star aiming for NBA Ta’Quan Zimmerman is living his dream of playing professional basketball. But, the former Thompson Rivers WolfPack all-star hasn’t lost sight of the ultimate prize on the horizon. Playing in the NBA Development League (D-League), the NBA’s official minor league, Zimmerman is in the midst of his second professional season with the Idaho Stampede, the minor-league affiliate of the Utah Jazz. And, though he’s earning a living playing basketball, the end goal is still to don a jersey in the NBA. “It’s definitely a dream come true,” Zimmerman said from Los Angeles, where he was practising for a matchup between his Stampede and the LA D-Fenders, the affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers. “I still want to be a part of the NBA, I’ve still got one more step to take, but it’s pretty close. “To just be surrounded by NBA players, NBA staff almost every day is a dream come true.” Zimmerman left the WolfPack following the 2013-2014 campaign, his only year in Kamloops and a season in which he led Thompson Rivers to the first Canada West playoff berth in franchise history. He was named a first-team Canada West all-star, averaging 19.6 points per game — second-best in the conference — 4.5 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game. The Pack, meanwhile, finished third in the Pacific Division, boasting a 13-9 record — their best to that point as a Canadian Interuniversity Sport team. “I followed my heart when I went up to Canada,” Zimmerman said, reflecting on his time in Kamloops. “I didn’t know anything about it, I don’t know why I went up there, but something told me to go up there. I feel like all things happen for a reason, so I guess
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I’m glad I went up there.” Though he had two more years of eligibility following his debut at TRU, Zimmerman left the club and declared for the 2014 NBA Draft — he passed through both the NBA’s and the D-League’s drafts unselected. It was just another hiccup in the 24-yearold’s circuitous road to the ranks of profes-
sional basketball — though he was later signed by the Stampede as a free-agent. Zimmerman is a player who bounced around the college ranks in the United States — the American was born in Waterbury, Conn. — before landing in Kamloops. Injuries and academic issues had threatened to sideline him throughout his young career but, in
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the Tournament Capital, he thrived. Now, one step from the NBA, he can joke about what were no doubt troubling times. “I had a lot of roadblocks and, if I could recommend [one thing] to anybody, don’t take my road because it’s a tough road to take,” Zimmerman said with a laugh. “I persevered. I kind of took all the negative things that I heard and that came my way and that stopped me at one point in time and I channelled it into a positive and just built on it and kept fighting. “Then, one day, I got the phone call and the dream I had of being a professional came true.” Zimmerman has been coming off the bench thus far in the 2015-2016 D-League season, but through five games has averaged 4.6 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists with Idaho. He said staying consistent will be the key to his finally cracking an NBA roster and he’s focused on continuing to learn from the coaches and professionals around him, many of whom were NBA draftees and have already had a taste of the big leagues. Zimmerman has fond memories of his time in Kamloops and credits WolfPack head coach Scott Clark with helping him get to where he is now — playing professional basketball nightly, in front of 2,500 fans or more. “I learned a lot at Thompson Rivers University, believe it or not,” Zimmerman said. “Just playing in a real structured system was very good for me, with coach Clark being, not strict, but hard — he wanted things right. That was good. Playing hard every possession, multiple efforts, really carried over. “You wouldn’t be able to tell that I didn’t play at a big-time school like everyone else on my roster did.”
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The Brown rink —skip Corryn Brown (pictured), third Erin Pincott, second Samantha Fisher and lead Sydney Fraser — is looking to defend its title and win a third junior provincial curling championship. The Tim Hortons B.C. Junior Curling Championships runs from today to Sunday at Brown’s home rink, the Kamloops Curling Centre. In their first draw, the Brown girls will square off tonight against the Alysha Buchy team from Kimberley. The first rock will be thrown at 7:30 p.m. Allison MacInnes coaches Brown.
He went on to curl at two provincial high school championships with the Valleyview Vikings, but his team disbanded upon graduation. Steven, studying computing science at Thompson Rivers University, remained in Kamloops and still has a desire to curl, a fact known to his former coach at Valleyview, Brenda Nordin. She got wind of a Grand Forks-Invermere rink looking to round out its team ahead of provincials. The match was made. “The team, for the most part, is meshing well,” Steven said. “The biggest disadvantage is learning to communicate but, the thing is, that happens naturally for some people.” The Schafthuizens have made about five trips to Grand
Forks, about a five-hour drive, to give Steven time to familiarize himself with his new rink — skip Zane Bartlett, lead Colin Anderson, third Sam Gaspar, spare Devon Anderson and coach Dave Bartlett. Steven is the Kootenay Zone team’s second. “We just got back yesterday form Grand Forks,” said Jim Schafthuizen, Steven’s father. “It’s part of the challenge of a team separated far and wide. “We drive five hours so Steven can practise, stay overnight, practise the next day and come home.” The Bartlett rink will enter the tournament as an underdog. “Some of these Coast teams are pretty powerful and they’ve been practising daily or every second day but, in curling, if the team is on and playing the game they can play, it’s
anybody’s game,” Jim said. “It’s going to be very exciting and we’re very proud of the boys for reaching this level.” The eight-team round-robin stage gets underway at 2 p.m. today and Bartlett will be in action against the Tyler Tardi rink from Langley Curling ClubRoyal City Curling. The playoffs start on Saturday and the final is slated for 2 p.m. on Sunday. For the complete schedule, go online to playdowns.com. Curling aficionados in Kamloops already know the perennial champion Corryn Brown rink is carrying the city’s hopes on the girls’ side. Bartlett is the River City’s underdog. “I think we’ll get at least a few upsets,” Steven said. “It would have been nice to actually have a full Kamloops team, but that wasn’t really an option.”
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Obituaries & In Memoriam ROMAN ALEXANDER FEDORENKO
GERALD PETER OLSON It is with much sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of our Husband, Brother, Father, Grandfather, Gerald Peter Olson. He passed peacefully in the early morning of December 15, 2015.
December 20, 1955 - December 18, 2015 The family of Ron Fedorenko is sorrowful and saddened at his passing after a short illness. He is survived by his wife Tracey, sister Vera (Gary), nephew Mark Danielson (Erin), niece Kirstin (David), greatniece Beatrice, sisters-inlaw Leslie, Alison (Kevin) brothers-in-law David and Gary, and mother-in-law Erika. Ron will best be remembered as a kind, gentle man with a large circle of friends who shared his interests: hockey (watching and coaching), sailing, golf with his regular golfing group, travelling by RV, and motorcycling with ‘The Mild Bunch’. He was loyal, maintaining friendships from even his boarding school days in Gravelbourg and Yorkton. He enjoyed his colleagues from his 30 years at the Credit Union, and he was looking forward to his retirement with Tracey, in the New Year.
He was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years Ruby, twin brother Gordon, son Gordon, grandson Joshua, brother Bill, half-brothers Ted and Lloyd and half-sisters Helen and Kathleen. Gerald is survived by his loving wife of 9 ½ years, Gladys, his painting buddy and camping partner.
Also left to cherish his memory are his foster daughter Valerie, his stepchildren Dave Longstaff, Ken (Carla) Longstaff, Miles Longstaff and Jane (Ian) Haggarty, his five step-grandchildren Larissa, Sky, Blake, Taylor and Connor. He will especially be missed by his little dogs Chi Chi and Laila.
Gerald loved nothing more than sitting in the sun visiting and having a beer with his family or friends. Often sitting in his backyard watching his children to great-grandchildren enjoying the pool he built for Ruby and kids over fifty years ago. It has been enjoyed and used over the years.
He was born to Peter and Elizabeth Olson in Aneroid, Saskatchewan on December 8, 1926. His parents were lucky to be blessed with identical twin boys Gordon and Gerald.
We would like to extend a thank you to the care givers and nurses who looked after our dad. A special thank you to the staff at the Kamloops Hospice Home. They are like angels on earth.
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In Loving Memory Of PAUL TYLER JOSEPH AYRES July 17, 1980 - December 28, 2010
January 25, 1924 December 29, 2014
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Gladys and Gerald travelled in the motorhome or truck to various places in BC, Alberta and into the United States. They liked to dance and camping was a delight with friends and family. His talents including painting, carpentry and gardening – from tomatoes to flowers. He enjoyed the beauty, he helped to create. He gifted many of his oil paintings to friends around the world. Anyone who met this man understood how kind, gentle, humble and well respected he was. He never wanted for much and always put others first.
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Family was everything to our Dad. His children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and many close friends, were the gems of his life. Kids just loved dad. Everyone who met him said “your dad is such a nice guy and such a gentleman”. And he was. There wasn’t anything he didn’t or wouldn’t do for us. We were all so very lucky to have him as our Father. His relationship with his twin brother Gordon was like no other. They shared an unspoken language with each other.
He will be greatly missed by his children Colleen (Mike) Bennett, Linda (Rick) Benton, Brandy (Juan) Olson-Hevia, Gerry Jr. (Elaine) Olson; daughter-in-law Janie, grandchildren Kevin, Cheralyn, Ricky Jr., Dallas, Tami-Lynn, Dustin, Taylor, Hailey, Cody and Brody and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Gerald is also remembered by his sister Merle Neuman.
There is to be no service at his request, and in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the SPCA.
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of travel. They visited many places including Spain, Morocco, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Mexico and England. Mom and dad shared the love of dancing. The waltz was his favorite and he did a smooth one.
It’s been five long years, our memories have brought laughter and tears, we guess they always will! You were so loved, still are, and will forever be missed! Love Mom, Amber and all your family
In 1937, the family moved to Kamloops. Gerald served in the Rocky Mountain Rangers for two years, then he joined the Canadian Active Army. He met and married the love of his life, Ruby in 1947. He then started his CN Railroad career as a fireman. He made many life-long friends on the CN. They are a close and tight knit group. He advanced to an engineer and retired in 1981. After retirement he and mom pursued their love
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. We love you dad, until we meet again. Rest in Peace. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454
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HILDA (BECKY) MIRIAM SHEDDEN (NEE BECKWITH) Born September 2, 1920 in Edmonton, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2015 in Kelowna, BC. Becky will be missed by her daughters Helen (Lawrence) King of Calgary, and Barbara (Peter) Smith of Tucson, AZ, and her son James (Susan) Shedden of Kelowna, her sister-in-law Evelyn (Ernie) Shedden of Edmonton, seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; six nieces and nephews and their families. Becky defined the term Mother, and devoted her life to her family. No matter where she lived she instantly created a home and the family and friends would follow for visits and enjoyment. She reveled in the laughter, humour, and joy of family gatherings and she would add to the candor with her wry yet hilarious wit and perspectives on life. Predeceased by her husband Donald, she supported him in his careers around Western Canada Calgary, Bowden, Medicine Hat, Calgary (again!), Kamloops, and Sorrento until finally refining the last extension of her family to include the caring, loving, and supportive nurses, aides, and staff at 3 Links Manor in Kelowna. A fiercely loyal Matriarch, she glowed and brightened in the company of any of her clan. Her common sense and “30’s child” frugality created troves of ‘treasure’ and an education in cooking, baking, values, and hard work for her children. Her devotion to family and country and Queen saw her enlist in the Army in 1940 to do ’her part’. She loved joining Choirs and sang like a bird, and she loved gatherings of friends either at the Lake or in her home (or theirs!) to celebrate the victories (and losses) of life or for any other viable excuse. She was a quiet classic and gave her family the greatest gift by simply leading by example. Becky was predeceased by her Father Charles, her Mother May, her brother Alan (Marjorie) Beckwith and her sisters Dorothy Beckwith and Helen Beckwith. On December 18th, Becky’s heart still strong, her breath was slowly taken away…. And she quietly left us to continue her legacy of kindness, fairness, and diligence toward creating a better world. She will be missed but never forgotten, and stories of her life will bring smiles and joy for decades. The family is planning a Celebration of her Life in the New Year. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.
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Obituaries & In Memoriam ELEANOR (NAN) MARION HILL Nan Hill passed away December 20, just a few months from her 94th birthday. Nan was predeceased by Tom Hill, her loving husband, her mother Lena Shufflebotham, and sisters Irene Kabush and Shirley Elliot. Left to remember her with loving affection are her daughter Cheryl Gillis, (Clint Gillis), son Mike Hill, (Nancy Hill), as well as grandchildren Leigh Hill, Cassandra Gillis-deVries (Greg deVries), Shaun Hill, Jordan Gillis, and great-grandson Noah deVries. Nan was the oldest of seven children and is also survived by her sister Betty Brooks, and brothers Bill Shufflebotham, Gordon Shufflebotham and David Shufflebotham. She is also fondly remembered by her numerous nieces and nephews (who cherished their adventurous time with Auntie Nan and Uncle Tom), as well as honorary Hill family members Verne & Dorothy Morice, and close friends Izzy McQueen and Minnie Hofstede. Nan was born in Humboldt, Saskatchewan and then spent her younger years in Lloydminster, which she loved dearly. While she had a memorable youth, as for most people, her family endured the hardships of those times. That experience helped shape a resilient, hard working, yet loving woman, who was extremely committed to family values. She moved to Chilliwack in 1940 where she lived until she married Tom in 1946. The newlyweds travelled to the Yukon and lived there for a year and a half until Michael was born. They then returned to live in many communities in BC, including Quesnel, where Cheryl was born in 1949. Eventually they settled down in Kamloops in 1952 where Nan lived until 2013. Nan dearly loved Kamloops and was actively involved in her community; she was a member of the Lions Club (s) for over 50 years. She had the good fortune of having a vast array of friends (too many to mention) in Kamloops. At home she was renowned as a fabulous cook and entertainer. She enjoyed working at home with crafts and in her lovely garden. She loved spending time in the outdoors with
KENNETH WILLIAM McKEEVER Kenneth William McKeever passed away on December 21st, 2015. Kenneth was born in 1926, in Edson, AB. He worked for CNR for 40 years, as well as spending two years in the Navy during WWII. He enjoyed curling, golf, and dancing in his leisure time. Kenneth was predeceased by his wife Mary, and son Dan. He is survived by his son Tom McKeever, of Edson, AB, sister Sharron Lind-Conroy (Ivan) of Duncan, BC, grandchildren Cory (Claudia), of Langley, Chrissty (Jermeah) of Florida and great-grandchildren AbbeyGail and Micah, of Florida, as well as best friend and partner, Margaret Golanowski. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca
Tom, her family and friends, and was an accomplished fly fisher. She would be known today as a “teckie”, entertaining friends and family with 9mm home movies she would shoot herself, splice the film and then run the projector. Her passion for genealogy made her the guardian of the history of the Shufflebotham and Hill families, with many hours researching as far back as she could get (in the days before the internet!) Following Tom’s passing in 1995, Nan moved into an apartment at 960 Nicolani Drive on the North Shore. There she gained many new friends and acquaintances. In mid-2013, following the onset of Dementia/Alzheimers (we were never sure completely), Nan made the move to the New Vista Care Home in Burnaby where she lived until her death. While it was difficult for her to move from her friends and memories in Kamloops, it was important to be nearer to family, who could see her regularly. At New Vista the staff came to appreciate her positive attitude and character, and they were saddened greatly by her passing. Nan’s greatest passion was her family. She loved her time with her children, grandchildren and with her large extended family, with whom she wanted to spend as much time as possible. Those who knew her will remember her smile, her warmth and her tender hugs. She will be missed by all. Nan’s family would like to thank her friends, her extended family and the New Vista Care Home Staff and its community for their caring and affection over the years. At this time no decisions have been made with regard to a remembrance of Nan’s life. When determined, we will publish this information at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC, or the charity of your choice.
AILEEN McGINLEY May 14, 1929 – December 20, 2015 Mom was the youngest child of Charles and Minnie Holloway. She grew up in the country in Peers, Alberta with her parents and brothers John, Charlie and Bill and sister Mary. Meeting on a blind date in 1948, Mom and Dad (Kevin McGinley) were married 4 years later and were together for 58 years. They lived in Edmonton for 20 years making lifelong friendships and raising the five of us: Maureen, Moira, Mary, Pat and Monica. They lived for 31 years in Kamloops where mom spent countless hours in her amazing garden. Mom and Dad belonged to the Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers and spent many a winter Saturday night dancing. Family Christmases in the ‘Loops were always a bit crazy especially with the addition of all the grandchildren: Ryan, Emily, Kevin, Matt, Adam, Evan, Mark, Sally and Ryann. Mom loved to play crib and will be remembered for her mischievous laugh when she had a good hand. Moving to Nanaimo in 2007, Mom cared for Dad as his health deteriorated and he passed away in January 2011. She then moved to Vancouver to be closer to family. With the addition of three great-grandchildren: Keira, Lincoln and Lyla, Mom created quite the legacy. Family was everything to her. Her heart overflowed with love for all of us and even though she is no longer here with us we feel her love all around us. Words cannot express how grateful we are that Mom was able to spend her final days in the loving care of the staff and volunteers of the Vancouver Hospice Society and that we were all able to be with her when she passed away. We love you mom.
Her Journey’s Just Begun Don’t think of her as gone away, Her journey’s just begun. Life holds so many facets, This earth is only one. Just think of her as resting, From the sorrows and the tears, In a place of warmth and comfort, Where there are no days and years. Think how she must be wishing, That we could know today, How nothing but our sadness, Can really pass away. And think of her as living, In the hearts of those she touched, For nothing loved is ever lost; And she was loved so much. E. Brenneman
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Richard Payne, former owner of Dorian Greek House Restaurant in downtown Kamloops, remains in hospital in a medically induced coma following an accident in November. Payne’s daughter said he is facing at least a year’s worth of recovery and rehabilitation. Brandy Hunt said her 57-year-old dad had a heart attack on the evening of Nov. 1 as he was driving home from work. His PT Cruiser was headed east on the TransCanada Highway and, just as he drove under the Yellowhead Highway overpass, the attack came and his car hit the concrete abutment in the middle of the highway. From there, it flipped, landing on the driver’s side and leaving Payne with many broken bones, including his femur, tibia, fibula, pelvis, two vertebrae — “and anywhere where the
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hat a difference two drops of water can make — they can tame the stray animal known as scotch. The canine reference came from avid scotch enthusiast and Noble Pig co-owner Mark Tetreau, delivered as he began what he calls Scotch Tasting 101. barrels before, usually either sherry or bourbon. Tetreau suggested rookie scotch drinkers avoid those aged in bourbon barrels. That information can be found on most of the bottles. The home of the scotch also matters; in Scotland’s lowland area, it tends to be lighter while in Speyside in the northern part of the country, there’s often a fruity or smoky tone. Islay, an island just west of Glasgow, is peaty and that reality is imparted at the distilleries there. The lesson continued — and the water was introduced. One or two drops of water help break apart the amino acids, Tetreau said, letting more of the smell and taste escape. The proof was in the tasting. Not being a scotch drinker — and
having, as colleague Andrea Klassen put it, choked down the first sample, a 12-year-old Glenfiddich — we added a couple of drops to the Macallan Amber. Pre-water, it was still a bit harsh but, with those few drops, Andrea said she found the palate more nuanced. Throughout the tastings, Andrea proved to have a much better sense of smell and taste than I have. Water doesn’t help all scotches, Tetreau said; he recommends one pour a bit in two glasses, add a touch of water to one and decide which is better. Tetreau came to love scotch later in life. As a university student, he tried some at a bar once, wasn’t impressed and didn’t touch it again until the pub opened and a salesman representing
ANDREA KLASSEN PHOTOS/KTW Mark Tetreau, co-owner of the Noble Pig and scotch enthusiast, checks out his drink’s legs.
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Always approach scotch cautiously, Tetreau said. “You don’t want to dive right in.” First lesson: After pouring, cup the glass in your hands to warm it. Don’t taste, but just breathe in the smells coming from the scotch. Each of the nine sampled had a different nose, as Tetreau described it, the result of many parts of the distilling process, from the grains used to the types of oak barrels in which it was aged. They must be oak barrels, Tetreau said. In Scotland, two types of the wood are used — American, which brings a vanilla and spicy taste and European, which brings in a woody, peaty taste. Also leaving their mark are the alcohols that had been in the
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I could see myself, as Tetreau said he does often, pouring a small amount and sipping on it for several hours while reading a book or watching a movie. Next pour was a 12-year-old Balvenie Doublewood, slightly drier, but with tones of toffee and cinnamon — and a sense I had just inhaled smoke from an applewood-fuelled campfire. The next several samples just intensified the trip into a smoky world with a 12-year-old Highland Park (a scotch Tetreau said he loved at first sip and which encouraged him to try others like it), a one-year-old Ardbeg, an Alberta Dark Horse, a Laphroaig and, finally, an Octomore.
The Alberta whisky was unlike any of the others in both colour and flavours, not as smoky but not as strong as the Glenfiddich. Tetreau explained, as we continued to compare the final samples, a key characteristic is the level of phenols, chemicals absorbed by the malted barley as it dries. The more phenol parts per million (PPM), the peatier the taste. Most popular scotches have PPMs in the 20s to the 50s — the Octomore we sampled had a PPM of 167. Along with the alcohol, we sampled some of the Noble Pig’s cheeses, as well as fruitcake and smoked salmon Tetreau and his wife made.
The cheddar cheese comes from Blackwell Dairy and the smoked and brie cheeses are from Vancouver suppliers. The only thing lacking during the lesson was the reason it was put together to begin with — the Crown Royal Northern Harvest that recently bumped Scotland’s scotches as it was named world whisky of the year. The local liquor stores didn’t have it in stock at the time we visited Tetreau, but he knew when it was coming in and was determined to buy a bottle and make his own ruling on its worthiness to have the title in the new edition of Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible, the go-to book on all things scotch.
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he crows in Toby Jackson’s neighbourhood aren’t getting quite as many feedings as they used to, but this time it’s not Kamloops bylaw services to blame. The Valleyview resident made local and national headlines in January, when he was fined $300 after a neighbour claimed Jackson’s routine feedings were attracting the birds to his property and creating a nuisance. Jackson had been feeding the crows for several years by that point as part of an experiment to see if the notoriouslyintelligent birds could be trained to recognize him. It worked — on a walk with KTW, Jackson was trailed by crows looking for a meal. While he’d intended to fight the fine in court, the city eventually recanted after Jackson promised not to scatter food near his neighbour’s home. By the time the decision was made, more than 17,000 people had signed an online petition criticizing the city for its actions. These days, Jackson said he’s still going on walks in Valleyview and still taking along food for his feathered friends. But, thanks to some other changes, he’s no longer drawing
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the crowds of cawing admirers. “The other day I went for a walk and I didn’t see any crows,” he said. Jackson said his dog, London, passed away earlier this year. While there’s a new dog in the household, a Chihuahua cross rescued from Southern California, it isn’t up to the walk schedule the crows are used to. “He’s a small dog and he’s used to hot weather, so we’ve been going out for walks in the middle of the afternoon when it’s as warm as it can be,” Jackson said. “We still see the crows, but not as many, and we don’t do the walk twice a day like we used to.” Jackson said he’s happy to have his life back to normal again after a brief time in the spotlight. “Thankfully, it all settled down,” he said.
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A respite or convalescence stay is for individuals looking for post-illness or hospital discharge recuperation. These stays include 24 hour nursing care and require an assessment by the on-site nursing staff. Complimentary stays are for those who have done their research and know that retirement community living is the lifestyle for them. These stays help determine if a particular community is right for you.
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Short term stays are for those considering a move out of their current home but are not sure of the next step. These stays let you experience all that retirement community living has to offer. Suites are completely furnished and include all household accessories. They are designed and ready for you to move in. Just bring your personal items and enjoy all that retirement community living has to offer. During your stay we encourage you to speak with residents, family members and staff.
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WEEKLY CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. Elephant’s name 6. Support 10. Mures River city 14. Bastard wing 15. One was named Desire 17. PGA Tournament prize 19. A way to leave unchanged 20. Unchangeable computer memory 21. Harangues 22. 6th Hebrew letter 23. Well informed 24. Turfs 26. In a way, obeyed 29. Lawyers group 31. Increases motor speed 32. Political action committee 34. Light pokes 35. Struck down 37. Central Philippine Island 38. Japanese sash 39. Afresh 40. Bluish green 41. Inspire with love 43. Without (French) 45. Counterbalance container to obtain net weight 46. Express pleasure 47. Cheap wine (Br.) 49. Signing 50. ___ compilation, compiling computer language 53. Have surgery 57. Being trompe-l’oeil 58. Extremely mad 59. Day 60. Small coin (French) 61. Snatched
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DECEMBER 29 - JANUARY 4, 2015
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Aries, you are familiar with the expression, “Your eyes are bigger than your stomach.” This week you have bitten off a project that is just too much to chew. Enlist some help.
Taurus, you are on a roll, and now it is only a matter of maintaining momentum for a few more days. Don’t let anyone slow you down this week.
Some can see straight past your protective facade, Libra. So why not take it off and simply let others see the real you? You won’t be disappointed, and neither will they.
Now is not a time to drag your feet, Scorpio.You have a full slate of tasks to tackle, and it seems like the hours will slip away quickly. Recharge and refocus.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 2
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
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CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
Gemini, you may not know where your path is taking you, but you are fully aware that an adventure is in store. Take some time to prepare for the unknown that lies ahead.
Learning from your mistakes can help you to grow, Cancer. Accept a challenge presented to you this week, even if it scares you.You may find it’s not so challenging after all.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, many opportunities are within reach, but you are just not sure which way to go. Seek advice from Pisces when you get a spare moment.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, no one will know what you’re like deep inside unless you share a few secrets.You don’t have to give everything away, but let some information slip out.
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The murder. The suspects. The detective: you. There are three suspectsL Tom, Dick and Harry. One of them always tells the truth, one always lies and one alternates between telling the truth and lying. They each made two statements. Tom: 1) “Dick always lies.” 2) “I sometimes lie and sometimes tell the truth.” Dick: 1) “I didn’t do it.” 2) “Harry did it.” Harry: 1) “I am innocent, innocent I tell you!” 2) “Tom always lies.” Whodunnit?
Sagittarius, you never shy away from a challenge, but you also know when to pick your battles. If something arises this week that seems a waste of time, pass it by.
Capricorn, when a past conflict pops up this week, push it aside. It is better to focus on the positive things that are in store for you rather than problems from the past.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t accomplish something, Aquarius. As you have proven time and again, you simply need to set a goal in your sights to get things done.
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Household items, vehicles, trailers, RV’s, boats, ATV’s, furniture, etc.
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Career Opportunities
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~ 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.
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.
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XAXLI’P EMLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Xaxli’p is a St’at’imc community located in the beautiful Fountain Valley, 15km east of Lillooet with great community and economic development potential.
XAXLI’P ADMINISTRATOR
The successful candidate requires a post-secondary education in Business, Administration, or Commerce. The successful candidate must have senior management experience with general program and services of an Aboriginal Organization, and will be responsible for the following: • Reporting to and receiving direction from Chief and Council; • Has a minimum of 3 to 5 years administrative experience with an aboriginal organization; • Have excellent knowledge and implementation of AANDC, FNHA, and other agencies, programs, and services; • Facilitate the development and implementation of plans to include strategic, capital, financial, program, and economic development; • Provide effective leadership and teambuilding through employee supervision and development; • Develop and/or assist in proposals for funding; • Identify and provide for the needs of the community and membership An excellent benefit package is offered that includes medical, dental and pension plan, as well as an opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of a great community. Please mail, hand deliver, fax, or e-mail current resume with cover letter and references to the following address: Xaxli’p Attention: Chief Darrell Bob Sr. PO Box: 1330 Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0 E-mail: chief@xaxlip.ca Fax: 250-256-7892 Resumes will be received until 3:00pm January 22, 2016
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Truck Driver Training
Professional Truck Driver Program - Funding available for those who qualify!
CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE
January 8-10 • January 22-24 TRAINING TRUCK DRIVERS FOR 27 YEARS!
Air Brakes 16 Hour Course 20 Hour Course
call 250.828.5104 or visit
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Class 1, 2, 3 and B-Train Driver Training
Help Wanted
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HAS THE FOLLOWING DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERY ROUTES COMING AVAILABLE ABERDEEN / MT DUFFERIN Rte 508 - 700-810 Hugh Allan Dr. 39 Papers Rte 527 - Hunter Pl. Hunleigh Cres. 28 Papers Rte 562 - Englemann Crt, 1802-1890 Lodgepole Dr. 66 papers. Rte 583 - Butte Pl., Chinook Pl, 1423-1670 Mt Duffern Dr. 42 papers. Rte 584 - 1752-1855 Hillside Dr. 31 Papers Rte 587 - Sunshine Crt + Pl. 55 Papers Rte 589 - 1200-1385 Copper Head Dr. 56 Papers Rte 590 - Saskatoon Pl, 1397 Copperhead Dr. 28 Papers
BROCK / NORTH SHORE
Rte 24 - Dale Pl, Lisa Pl, 806-999 Windbreak St. 56 Papers Rte 26 - Erona Pl, Ponlen St, 1955-1998 Parkcrest Ave. 59 Papers Rte 108 - 1010 11th St, 831-1017 12th St, 821-1161 Selkrik Ave. 72 Papers Rte 121 - Dot St, 501-556 Mackenzie Ave, Maple St, Yew St. 88 Papers Rte 127 - Dee St, Knox St, 209-288 Royal Ave. 57 Papers Rte 129 - Don St, Mars Dr, Neptune Dr, Pluto Dr, Saturn Dr, 101 Tranquille Rd, Universal Way, Venus Dr. 85 Papers
DALLAS / BARNHARTVALE
Rte 716 - Foxwood Lane. 37 Papers Rte 720 - 1102-1392 Clearview Dr. 36 Papers Rte 748 - Crawford Crt + Pl, 387-495 Todd Rd. 40 Papers Rte 750 - 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. 31 papers. Rte 751 - 5310 Barnhartvale Dr, Bogetti Pl, Viking Dr, Wade Pl, 5485-5497 East Trans Can Hwy, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr - 62 papers Rte 752 - 5600 - 5998 Dallas Dr, Harper Pl, Haper Rd. 65 papers. Rte 785 - 8700-8888 Badger Dr, Badger Pl, Coyote Dr, Fox Pl. 89 Papers
DOWNTOWN / LOWER SAHALI Rte 311 - 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107237 Battle St, 167-173 Saint Paul St. 27 papers. Rte 325 - 764-825 9th Ave, 805-979 Columbia St (odd), 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. 63 papers Rte 329 - 880-1101 6th Ave, 925-1045 7th Ave, 967-1020 8th Ave, 605-797 Pleasant St. 44 papers Rte 330 - 1062-1125 7th Ave, 1066-1140 8th Ave, 601-783 Douglas St. 50 papers Rte 335 - 1175-1460 6th Ave, 1165-1185 7th Ave, Cowan St, 550-792 Munro St. 74 papers. Rte 373 - Clarke St, 24-60 West Columnbia St. 20 papers. Rte 381 - 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605800 Lombard St. 48 papers. Rte 404 - Chapperon Dr, Pyramid Crt, 111-439 Greenstone Dr. 71 papers. Rte 405 - Anvil Cres, Bestwick Crt & Dr, Mahood Pl, Morrisey Pl. 90 papers. Rte 406 - 108-492 McGill Rd. (houses) 64 papers Rte 408 - Monashee Crt & Pl. 44 papers.
RAYLEIGH
Rte 833 - 4102-4194 Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. 42 papers.
VALLEYVIEW / JUNIPER
Rte 603 - Chickadee Rd., Storm Rd, Comazzetto Rd, 1625-1764 ValleyView Dr. 42 papers. Rte 608 - Curlew Pl. & Rd, 1925-1980 Glenwood Dr. 80 papers. Rte 618 - Big Nickel Pl, Chapman Pl, Marsh Rd, Paul Rd, Peter Rd, 2440-2605 Thompson Dr. 51 Papers
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Employment
Employment
Employment
Employment
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Education/Trade Schools
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
7364828
HUNTER & FIREARMS
Trucking company in Kamloops, BC is taking applications for the following position:
CLASS 1 DRIVER
with air brakes and minimum 5 years’ lowbedding experience. Please send resumes via fax: 250-372-2976, or email: reception@hytracker.com No phone calls. Applicants that are considered will be contacted.
Run ‘till RENTED
* Some conditions may apply
Courses. Next C.O.R.E. Jan. 9th & 10th, Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. Jan. 3rd, Sunday. Challenges, Testing ongoing daily. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:
Bill
250-376-7970
Farm Workers FARM LABOURERS
Horsting’s Farm in Cache Creek, BC requires Farm Labourers 5 to 6 days/week, 40 to 50 hours/week at $10.49 per hour. Farm work includes: planting, weeding, irrigating, harvesting and preparing crops for market. Employment starts on April 15, 2016. Submit application to: fax 604-792-7766, by mail to: 2540 Hwy 97, PO Box 716, Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0 or email: littlemountain greenhouses@shaw.ca
Help Wanted 2 Painters needed with min 5 yrs exp. Commercial and Residential Salary $22per hour Call (250) 318-3146 or email protouch@shaw.ca
EARN EXTRA $$$
KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city. Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462 F/T Administrative Assistant/ Receptionist Needed. Busy local rental mgmt company requires f/t administrative assistant immediately. 9-5pm, MonFri, and 11-4pm on the 1st & last Saturday of the month. Wage to be negotiated. Must possess strong administrative, problem solving & people skills, great attention to detail, bookkeeping experience required, experience in real estate/ property mgmt is a plus, ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment. Must have a vehicle. Please send resume to: adminkamloops@shaw.ca. No phone calls please. I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679
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Businesses & Services Mind Body Spirit
Relax and unwind with a full body massage for appointment couples welcome (250) 682-1802
Landscaping
YOUR BUSINESS HERE
Fitness/Exercise WE will pay you to exercise!
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Handypersons RICKS’S SMALL HAUL For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!
CLASSIFIEDS
Work Wanted Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information.
CertiďŹ ed Dental Assistant Busy cosmetic dental practice is looking for experienced certified dental assistant for a maternity leave position, Monday to Thursday starting January 18, 2016. Please fax your resumes to 250-374-4622 or email to manager@artdentistry.com
Livestock
Livestock
Looking for a new job? 250.374.7467 Stucco/Siding
RUN SOLD TILL
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for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm. (250)371-4949
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Merchandise for Sale
Antiques / Vintage Redwood dining room set, 8chairs, buffet & hutch. $4000/obo. 250-828-1983.
Appliances Inglis Washer and Admiral Dryer. Excellent condition. $400. 250-554-1219.
$500 & Under Do you have an item for sale under $750? Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?
Call our Classified Department for details!
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.
Adopt a Shelter Cat! The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today.
WANTED! Newer MacBook Pro or MacBook Air 250-3711333
Firewood/Fuel ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250)377-3457.
Furniture Solid Wood Corner display unit curved glass sides $400 250-372-5062
Heavy Duty Machinery 2008 Hitachi ZX 200 Waratah 622B, 11,700 hours. $135,000. 2011 Caterpillar D8T 4000 hrs Ripper. $385,000. Caterpillar 256 compact track loader 3600 hrs. $21,500 Caterpillar 303 CR excavator 3200 hrs. $29,500. 1-250-260-0217. 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 Wanted:Will pay cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, (farm tractors w/loaders)1985 or newer. Skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.
Jewels, Furs White Gold engagement ring. Main diamond is .94 carat with another .5 carat in smaller diamonds. Size 7. Recently appraised at $5500 asking $4000 Call to view 250-578-7202 after 5pm
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4 Goodyear winter tires. 235/55/R17, used 1 season $400. 250-377-3002. Beautiful 9X12 Persian wool area rug, cream/teal colour. $750. 778-471-1816.
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Plumbing 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.
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PETS For Sale?
250-260-0110
Home Improvements
Carpet - Hardwood Laminate - Vinyl Tile - Stone
Computer Equipment
Animals sold as “purebred stock� must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.
250-371-4949
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS
250-377-3457
GREAT PRODUCT. SMART SERVICE.
HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774. Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /OfďŹ ce 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
Medical/Dental
Pets
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.
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
Painting & Decorating 25 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. No job to small. 250-319-8246, 250-554-8783
Opening for a South Kamloops 34 suite apt. on-site Building Manager. Position available starting Feb. 1st. Duties include: Collections, reports, maintenance, notices etc. Prefer mature couple or person with experience. Email: bzbaz63@yahoo.ca
Merchandise for Sale
- Regular & Screened Sizes -
Call 250-371-4949
B and C PAINTING
250-374-0462
Pets & Livestock
BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR
Only $150/month
Run your 1x1 semi display classiďŹ ed in every issue of Kamloops This Week
Deliver Kamloops This Week
Snowclearing
is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries. Vehicle is required. For more information please call the Circulation Department at
Employment
MISC4Sale: Camperette $300, Oak Table Chairs-$400, 2-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg.
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Misc. for Sale
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Does not include: Car/Truck/RV’s/Power Boats/Street Bike
ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive Kamloops BC call for availability 250-374-7467
Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477
Sporting Goods Cardio Style Trainer Exercise bike only used 6 months $325 250-372-2862
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Multi-spd Raleigh Mtn Bike. $150. Elliptical Trainer. $650. 778-471-1816.
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Rentals
Rentals
Transportation
Transportation
Transportation
Apt/Condos for Sale
Houses For Sale
Apt/Condo for Rent
Cars - Domestic
Recreational/Sale
Trucks & Vans
NORTH SHORE
1997 Honda Prelude V-Tec, fully loaded. Clean inside & out. $5,500. 250-578-2080.
2008 Fleetwood Mallard. 23ft. like new, fully loaded. $15,000. 250-554-1035.
For Sale By Owner
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
Shared Accommodation
2 Titles Lrg view lot & 2bdrm hse (view) side by side. Westend. $350,000/obo. Will sell property separately. 374-1417.
CLASSIFIEDS
Utilities not included
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM a/c, patio, n/p ref required heat and hot water incl (250) 376-1485. 55+ 2bdrm 2bth Brock many extras $1450 call to view n/s, n/p (250) 376-0319
Houses For Sale
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
Run ‘till RENTED
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Classieds
250-374-7467 Commercial/ Industrial
1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet buildings. Reasonable Rental Rates
Available spacious 1bdrm apts. Starting at $850/mo. The Sands Apartment. Centrally located. On-site Management. 250-828-1711. Large 1bdrm apt in Logan Lake n/p, $600 hot water/hydro/tv incl Minimum 6 month lease (250) 523-6933
Northland Apartments 1 Bedroom Suite Adult Oriented No Pets / No Smoking Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry $825 per month North Shore 250-376-1427
Commercial/ Industrial
Run Till Rented
Commercial/ Industrial Office Space for lease. Free parking. Fantastic view. South Sahali. 250-372-7212
Duplex / 4 Plex 3bdrms, full bsmnt. F/S, Close to all amenities. Carport. N/S, N/P. $1,400. 250-376-0113. N/Shore 3bdrms, F/S, W/D, DW. N/P. $1350/mo. plus Utilities. 250-376-5933.
Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm MH, N/Shore. Quiet, storage shed. W/D. N/S, N/P. $950 +util. 250-376-1421.
Homes for Rent Brock 3bdrm 1bth n/p sm pet neg $1700/month + util ref req (778) 257-0544
Recreation ✰SHUSWAP LAKE!✰
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. Rents for $1500/week. FMI CALL 1-250-371-1333
Senior Assisted Living 6976954 Independent and
assisted living, short term stay’s, 24 hour nursing care and respite.
$5300 + tax Max 3 Lines Max 12 Weeks Must be pre-paid (no refunds) Scheduled for 4 weeks at a time (Must phone to reschedule)
Private parties only - no businesses - Some Restrictions Apply
IN private home, pleasant surroundings fully furnished working male pref. near amenities behind sahali mall 10 min walk to TRU 374-0949 or 372-3339 Roommate to share townhouse Aberdeen n/s, n/p $600 student $500 (250) 320-1526
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1989 Fleetwood AClass 120,000km slps 6, well kept, $8000obo (250) 579-9691
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Transportation 1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $5,500 obo (250) 376-5722 1984 Volvo (Collector), auto, air. 181,000kms. No winter driving. $3,400. 250-587-6151
Auto Accessories/Parts 1-set of Nokian Winters on rims 235/75/R16. Used one season. Regular price new $1200 selling for $400. Call 250-851-1304.
1972 AMC Javelin SST. Second owner. Exec mech cond. $3,000/obo. 250-372-2096.
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.
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Honda Big Red 3 Wheeler top shape $1650 250-554-0201
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2010 Toyota Yaris hatchback. 112,000kms, fully loaded. $7200. 250-318-9558.
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2008 Denali Crew Cab AWD. Sunroof, DVD, NAV. Fully loaded. 22” chrome wheels, leather. 141,000kms. $26,800. 250319-8784.
Erickson aluminum custom boat,new, 12’ one piece construction $3000. 778-257-6079
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2004 Toyota Sienna XLE limited edition. Exec cond. 7 pass, all leather, auto doors, sunroof, brand new all seasons 2nd set of rims. 247,000kms. $5500. 250377-1296.
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