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The average Canadian household spent $325 more on food in 2015, with that amount expected to increase to about $345 this year. Prices are soaring while grocery stores and restaurants are offering apologies — and suggestions on easing pain at the till.
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A dreary winter can be colourful if you get creative, as did a homeowner in Pineview Valley. Adding various hues to the snow-clearing job can help lighten the mental load. According to Environment Canada, Kamloops has received 46 centimetres of snow since Dec. 1, an amount measured at Kamloops Airport. Areas such as Aberdeen and Juniper Ridge have received much more snow, all of which has resulted in the city’s 2015 snow-clearing budget being exceeded by almost $100,000.
Late snowfall buries Kamloops’ budget CAM FORTEMS STAFF REPORTER cam@kamloopsthisweek.com
A large and unexpected dump of snow on two of the most expensive days of the year pushed the city’s 2015 snow-clearing budget over the top. Snow clearing for the year came in at $1.75 million — exceeding the budgeted amount by nearly $100,000. “I guessed we’d be $100,000 to the good two weeks ago,” city environmental-services supervisor Glen Farrow said. “The large amount at Christmas and Boxing Day put our budget in a real pickle.” The timing of the snowfall required the city to pay overtime wages to staff and contractors during the two holidays. The amount also required clearing and hauling from downtown. “It just kept coming,” Farrow said. The budget varies from year to year, with 2015’s overspending following 2014, when the city underspent its annual snowclearing budget. That savings went into a reserve fund available to balance out the most recent year’s overspending, Farrow said.
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Council Calendar January 12 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting 7 pm - Public Hearing
Join us on February 8th!
4th Annual Family Day Festival
January 18 4:30 pm - Arts Commission Corporate Boardroom, City Hall
Monday, February 8th, from 10 am to 4 pm at the TCC Fieldhouse.
January 19 9 am - Council Budget Meeting 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting
The Family Festival is free to attend, with activities going on all day! There will be a Pacific Sport KidZone, wheelchair basketball with the Kamloops Adaptive Sports Association, face painting, RiverCity Gymnastics Obstacle Course and Princess Party characters, a science centre with BIG Little Science Centre, community booths and more. Stay tuned for new and exciting activities this year!
January 25 10 am - Coordinated Enforcement Task Force Corproate Boardroom, City Hall January 25 11:15 am - Police Committee Corporate Boardroom, City Hall
Don’t forget you can participate in the Indoor Gran Fondo while the kids play! Register at www.kamloopsgranfondo.ca.
January 26 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting February 2 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting 7 pm - Public Hearing Regular City Council meetings are broadcast on Shaw Cable as follows: Thurs and Sat at 11 am and Sun at 7 pm. Council meetings can also be viewed online at: kamloops.ca/webcast. Meeting schedule is available at kamloops.ca/council.
Career Opportunities Join our team of 650 employees, who work in a variety of fullfilling and challenging careers. Visit www.kamloops.ca/jobs for a list of current opportunities.
Notes Snow Removal Reminder The City of Kamloops would like to remind residents and businesses to remove snow and ice from the sidewalks that border your property. Single Family Dwellings Owners/occupiers of single family dwellings are required to remove snow, ice or rubbish on the sidewalk adjacent to any property owned/occupied by the person. Properties other than Single Family Dwellings Every person/occupier of real property is required to remove snow, ice or rubbish on any sidewalk adjoining the land or premises no later than 10 am each day (except Sunday). Community Safety & Enforcement 250-828-3409
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Two Shuswap bands conducting independent hearings into the application by KGHM Ajax “won’t be hurried” by external pressure from the corporation or government, said a band chief. In an interview, Skeetchestn Indian Band Chief Ron Ignace gave some indication of the process Stk’emlupsemc te Secwepemc Nation (SSN) will use to determine impacts of the proposed open-pit copper mine immediately south of Kamloops. The group is conducting the process to defend its rights and because the federal government refused to
convene a panel review consisting of independent commissioners who convene witnesses in public hearings. “We’ve developed a robust process that takes into understanding the needs of our people . . . laws, traditions, uses and stories specific to the area in question,” Ignace said. SSN is comprised of Skeetchestn and Tk’emlups Indian bands. In 2008, a related entity signed a deal with New Gold Inc. for revenue sharing from the New Afton Mine west of Kamloops, as well as participation by First Nations in employment and contracting opportunities. The provincial Environmental
Assessment Office (EAO) requires KGHM Ajax to co-operate in the SNS process. Ignace said all involved — KGHM Ajax and the federal and provincial governments — have been supportive. Ignace declined to provide dates or precise details of the SNS process and how it will differ from the harmonized federal-provincial comprehensive environmental assessment. He did say SNS will interview First Nations families and experts. What will result, he said, is “our view of the overall impact of that type of development on us and the land and surrounding area, including the City of Kamloops.”
A report will detail the mine’s potential impact on human health, air, water, the economy and social factors. Ignace also declined to say whether the report will be issued with a “yes” or “no” recommendation. But, both he and former TIB chief Shane Gottfriedson said last year the project cannot proceed without First Nations’ approval. The mining properties south of Aberdeen are privately held by KGHM Ajax, but the bands are suing in B.C. Supreme Court for title to the area around the historic Ajax pit and Jacko Lake. While a 180-day timeline for government decisions will
be triggered once the province and federal government accept KGHM Ajax’s application, Ignace said SSN will set its own schedule.
“We’re not operating on Ajax’s or the provincial government’s timeline,” he said. “They have to take into consideration our timelines and processes.”
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Thieves target charity items Police are working to track down thieves who targeted a warehouse of goods bound for underprivileged people in Central America by way of Kamloops firefighters. RCMP Cpl. Cheryl Bush said the warehouse, on Mission Flats Road, was broken into at about 4:30 a.m. on Monday. Thieves made off with tools, bicycles, bike parts and electronics that were set to be shipped to Nicaragua later this year. Kamloops Fire Rescue firefighter David Sakaki and the Kamloops Firefighters Charitable Society started Operation Nicaragua in 2009. Since then, firefighters have been visiting and sending regular shipments of supplies
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BRIEFS to the largely impoverished country. Since the initiative began, Kamloops firefighters have sent more than 12 fire trucks and 12 shipping containers to Nicaragua. Anyone with information about the burglary is asked to call police at 250-828-3000.
Arrest following bear-spray attack
A 30-year-old Kamloops man is facing a string of charges following a series of crimes in the city on Wednesday morning. At just before 7 a.m., Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Cheryl Bush said, police received a report of
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a stolen grey Dodge Ram pickup truck from Royal Avenue in North Kamloops. It had been stolen overnight. Shortly after 7 a.m., Mounties were called to a report of a breakand-enter on Furiak Road in Rayleigh, where a homeowner was assaulted with bear spray when he interrupted a man trying to break into his garage. Bush said when the homeowner called
police, the suspect drove away in a grey Dodge pickup truck. At about 10 a.m., police found the stolen truck in the area of Willow Street and Cottonwood Avenue in North Kamloops and arrested two men. Bush said police are continuing their investigation and are recommending numerous charges against one of the men, a Kamloops resident with a criminal record for similar offences.
KGHM Ajax has planned to submit its application on Jan. 4, but that has been delayed to give SSN more time to conduct its review.
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City of Kamloops Notice of Disposition
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Pursuant to Sections 26(3) and 94 of the Community Charter, the City of Kamloops (the “City”) is disposing of a portion of road located adjacent to 1452 McGill Road described as: 490.3 m2 of Road Dedicated by Plans KAP73939 and KAP90416 all in Sec 1, TP 20, R 18, W6M, KDYD and shown on Plan EPP56059 (the “Property”). The City is transferring the Property to Top of McGill Holdings Ltd. for a purchase price of $45,150.00. Any enquiries may be directed to David Freeman, R.I. (BC) Asst. Director, Dev.& Eng. Services/Real Estate Manager at 250-828-3548.
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BOXING DAY ROBBERIES On Dec 26th at approximately 4:10 pm a lone male entered the Photo Studio of Walmart and demanded money. The male said he had a gun but did not produce it, the male fled the store with a small amount of cash. This male did not stop there, the same male attended the parking lot in front of Mark’s Work Wearhouse on Hillside Dr. The male approached a female who was sitting in a parked car and demanded the females purse, the purse was turned over to the male. The male departed the area an older model white twotone Dodge Ram pickup truck, extended cab with rusted out wheel wells. The male is described as Caucasian, 6 feet tall, wearing a dark hoodie with a white “DC” logo on it. If you have any information on these robberies or may have witnessed either of these incidents, please contact Crime Stoppers, only your information will be used never your name.
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SANFORD, Micheal Wayne B: 1980-09-09 Age 35 Caucasian male 180 cm (5’11”) 76 kg (168 lbs) Brown Hair Brown Eyes
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WILSON, Heather Yvonne B: 1993-09-04 Age 22 First Nations female 163 cm (5’04”) 57 kg (126 lbs) Black Hair Brown Eyes
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If you know where any of these people are, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). The tip line pays up to $2,000 for information leading to the arrest of fugitives. Remember, Crime Stoppers just wants your information, not your name. Crime doesn’t pay, but Crime Stoppers does. This program is jointly sponsored by Kamloops Crime Stoppers & Kamloops This Week. People featured are wanted on arrest warrants not vacated as of 3 p.m. on January 6, 2016
BREAK IN AT A&W The Valleyview A&W located on the east Trans Canada highway was the victim of a break and enter at 4:20 am on Sunday January 3rd. The suspect was in the restaurant for a very short period of time and fled on a bicycle, prior to the police arrival. The suspect was caught on video surveillance, the suspect was
seen wearing gloves and his face was partially covered up by a dark hoodie. The suspect is described as Caucasian approximately 30 years of age and was wearing a light coloured jacket, blue jeans. The only thing taken was an “I Pad”. Good crime prevention techniques prevented anything
else from being stolen or damaged. This is a busy area day or night and someone may have seen the suspect near the restaurant or even riding away from the area. If you have information on this break and enter please contact Crime Stoppers, you will receive a cash reward upon the arrest of the suspect.
TWO INCIDENTS IN THE SAME NEIGHBOURHOOD. Two incidents took place beside each other on the 600 block of Lister road in the Heffley Creek area. The first incident took place on Thursday December 31st, New Year’s eve, someone had kicked in a wooden side door to gain entrance to a residence. The home owner had been away for the evening and when he returned he noticed his
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residence had been broken into and searched through. Only things taken was some loose change and two old paint ball guns. The second incident took place right next door when someone set a vehicle on fire, this took place on January 1st early in the morning. Fortunately the fire department attended and contained the fire,
the vehicle was right off but no other damage occurred. The interesting part was someone stole the vehicle’s licence plates; BM 605M and are still missing. If you have any information of either one of these occurrences, please contact Crime Stoppers. You will never have to go to court or give a statement.
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hile food prices rise with the sinking loonie, Kamloops supermarkets remain full of
shoppers. “You kind of need it to survive,” said 21-year-old Kalysta Szauer, who was browsing fruits and vegetables at the Real Canadian Superstore when KTW spoke with her. The Sahali store recently issued a customer apology — notes found hanging in the aisles of its produce department — that cited “weatherrelated issues in growing regions coupled with the impact of U.S. exchange” for higher prices and supply gaps. Kamloops Superstore management would not comment on the signs, but the store manager did acknowledge prices have gone up “across the board.” Superstore’s parent company, Loblaw, referred comment to the Retail Council of Canada, but company president Galen Weston warned in a November conference call with investors that food inflation is difficult to predict. “We continue to have strong inflation in fresh [foods], although it has been moderating over the course of the year. It’s really the second year of strong fresh-food inflation,” Weston said while recapping the company’s third-quarter results. “It’s really, really hard to predict inflation, so we try and be conservative in our own planning . . . We didn’t expect quite the level of inflation that we have right now to sustain all the way through the year, so it’s hard to say for sure what’s going to happen in 2016.” The loonie continues to plummet and hit a 12-year low this week. Yesterday, it closed at about 71 cents US, with the drop attributed to weak oil prices, slow global economic growth and the strength of the U.S. dollar. Fruits and vegetables in Canadian stores are largely imported and vulnerable to currency fluctuations. Gourmet Greens owner Andy Van Kuyk is feeling the effects, with most of his winter products imported from south of the border. “There’s not much you can do, there truly isn’t, when the dollar is bad,” he said. Summer drought conditions in California and recent snow in Texas and Arizona have also impacted supply, he said.
A sign in the produce department at the Real Canadian Superstore explains to customers why prices are higher than normal, citing weather in the United States and the weakening Canadian dollar.
“There’s certain things right now that the demand is higher than what can be produced,” Van Kuyk said. “Unfortunately, the U.S. will supply the U.S. first.” While prices seem steep now, a recent study suggests sticker shock will get worse. The University of Guelph’s Food Institute estimates the average Canadian household spent $325 more on food in 2015, with that amount expected to increase to about $345 this year. Produce is expected to increase by between four and 4.5 per cent and meat, which rose five per cent last year, is expected to increase another 4.5 per cent in 2016. Cole Mayes, manager of Summit Gourmet Meats, said beef has already risen two per cent in the new year, following a five per cent increase in the fall and winter months. “A lot of them [industry suppliers] are equating it to just general costs going up,” Mayes said, noting regular day-to-day business expenditures such as labour, maintenance and utilities. “It all seems just to go down the line that way.” Mayes said global impacts are also driving costs. “China’s middle-income group is getting more affluent and they’re looking for more proteins in their diet,” he said. “There’s a bigger world market for beef.” For now, Mayes said, the local butcher shop is taking the hit. “For us, what it means is a little less profit margin on our side to keep the sales or the product moving. Basically, taking a little less on our end and living with it for now as
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people adjust to what’s going on and the prices in the market.” Consumers like Szauer are buying no-name brand products to offset rising costs and Lori Schellenberg, a 54-year-old mother of two teenagers, said she would cut back in other areas before sacrificing her family’s dietary needs. “Our health comes first,” she said. “Food has got to be the first priority.” Others, like 79-year-old Moe Granger, have made adjustments to their grocery lists. Granger shops for himself and his wife at the Sahali
Safeway three to four times a week and, when KTW caught up with him in the produce section, he skipped broccoli, priced at just shy of $4 per pound and imported from the United States. If he had a young family, Granger said, it would be a “different story.” Superstore’s apology note recommends seeking advice from staff about alternatives in the grocery aisles. • Here are some other things to consider while feeling the pinch: — Reduce waste. — Stick to seasonal fruits and
vegetables. — Use frozen or canned produce when the price of a fruit or vegetable spikes. — Experiment with new recipes and foods, such as pulses (lentils, chickpeas, beans, dry peas). — Choose less-expensive cuts of meat that can be stewed, marinated, braised or prepared in a slow cooker. — Cut down on coffee, pop, candy, cookies and salty snacks and spend more on healthy foods. — with files from The Canadian Press
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HOT: A banner year in crime stats as Kamloops bid adieu to a 2015 that included not one murder. It is a rare year in which Mounties are not tasked with investigating a homicide, so 2015 becomes a noteworthy 12 months to remember. The Tournament Capital was looking at a murder-free year in 2014, until the tragic death of 26-year-old Deanne Wheeler on Dec. 30 led to a murder charge against Christopher Butler, who later pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. Full crime statistics for 2015 will be released later this month. NOT: The number of accidents in the city in recent weeks, including the Jan. 4 death of 32-year-old Carmela Decicco on Westsyde Road. An investigation aims to determine what caused Decicco’s vehicle to cross the centre line and collide with an SUV. In the meantime, a rash of other crashes throughout Kamloops should be enough to compel drivers to slow down and pay extra attention when roads are snowy and icy.
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he Kamloops region is expecting to receive between 100 and 150 Syrian refugees by the end
of March. This news has inevitably sparked a debate: Can the area cope with this many newcomers? Are we safe? What will it cost us? Let’s first address Kamloops’ handling capacity. According to the Tourism Kamloops website, the annual population growth of Kamloops is between 1 and 1.9 per cent. This means on average Kamloops manages somewhere between 857 to 1,628 new residents from births and domestic migration each year. Increasing our population by 100 to 150 refugees is to add between one- and two-tenths of a per cent to this overall growth rate. This is not negligible, but it safely dispels any myth these refugees will create new competition for housing, education, health care and social services Kamloops has not handled in the past. Regarding public safety, the government screening of refugees is the most thorough screening process of any immigrant to Canada. Our government has reassured us it will remain that way and it is in its best interest to ensure it does. But, when it comes to our public safety in the future,
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SHOT there is one caveat: It depends on our inclusiveness. It is our responsibility to ensure every Canadian, new and old, feels like they belong. If we fail to do so, we risk making them susceptible to recruitment by other groups looking to capitalize on their vulnerability. This is why it is our moral obligation, and in our best interests, to be inviting, supportive and neighbourly to our new community members. Lastly, can we afford it? According to a recent report from Vancity, the financial cost to settle refugees countrywide will be countered by their jobgrowth prospects and their long-term fiscal impact. The report estimates these refugees will contribute an estimated $563 million in local economic activity in the next 20 years and make important contributions to a shrinking tax-base that is currently struggling to support our aging population.
Economically, the report also cites immigrants as being 30 per cent more likely to start a business than non-immigrants and be significant job creators. In a Halifax case study, each immigrant was found to create 3.6 jobs. As a country coming out of recession, an economic priority has to be encouraging new business development, new job growth and a new and diverse labour force. In other words, we can’t afford not to increase immigration. So this new year, give the gift of a warm welcome. Talk with your loved ones about the importance of building a trustworthy community. Educate yourself and engage with local immigration services and organizations. Step out of your comfort zone, seek out your new neighbours and welcome them as your fellow citizens. Together we can maximize the benefits this new migration can bring to Kamloops and Canada while doing what is right and good for us all.
Nicholas Kang is a Kamloop native, a 2014-2015 Belfer International & Global Affairs Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School and an expert on refugee resettlement and community development.
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SPANKING IS REALLY HITTING THANK YOU Editor: Re: KTW’s front-page article on possible changes to the so-called spanking law (‘Spare the rod, avoid a criminal charge?’ Jan. 7): Spanking? Let’s call it what it really is — hitting. A bigger, stronger and more experienced adult hits a smaller, not very strong and less-experienced child. The use of a belt or ruler or whatever else is hitting a child with a weapon. There are other ways to handle matters and
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to the so-called spanking law (‘Spare the rod, avoid a criminal charge?’ Jan. 7): I believe in spanking. Yes, I believe it is abused by some people, as is anything in life. But, I do not believe government needs to have a say in this at all. We already have a major problem with our youth as it is. In addition, the government has its paws in too many things anyway. Teresa Robinson Kamloops
WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO GET WALKWAY? Editor: Twenty years ago, we were not deemed worthy of having a walkway between Valleyview and South Kamloops. The city did not want to encourage pedestrian traffic through that corridor and it noted as much in writing. But, we did get a pedestrian bridge over the tracks, which came 20 years later, by which time our children no longer required access to their school as they had graduated. Are we worthy enough to have an east exit ramp off the pedestrian bridge onto
East Lorne Street? No, we must walk/ride past the bridge, along the edge of the barriers, back up the ramp on the west end heading east, across the bridge and back down the west ramp into town (which is used by myself and several other citizens daily). Did we deserve a curb so water and snowmelt coming down East Lorne Street did not run down the road and into our basements? Not until an unsuspecting city worker came by on another matter. We are not even worthy of consideration to access the Yellowhead Highway.
We are not worthy of police patrols for thieves that walk the Jack Gregson Trail. It would seem residents at Nicola Street and 12th Avenue are more worthy as they have a roundabout in what is, as far as I can tell, not even a high-traffic area. Now we are not even worthy of having a walkway path under the Yellowhead Highway, which is not just used by the residents of East Lorne Street, but by other citizens of Kamloops as well. Margaret Morgan Kamloops
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Editor: I think this is a story worth telling. On Saturday, Dec. 19, I was in Save-On picking up groceries. When I went to the checkout, they were all very busy and I inadvertently chose a very slow moving line to wait in. Behind me were three lovely young girls and we were chatting. I was joking with them and teasing them about their groceries. When I reached the cashier, one of the girls said “It would be my pleasure if you allowed us to pay for your groceries.” I said “No, no, you can’t.” But, they did. Before I knew it my groceries were bagged and paid for. I was so taken aback by the sweetness and generosity of this gesture to an old lady who was a total stranger, I don’t think I thanked them adequately. I didn’t even know their names. Anyway, I hope they get a chance to see this letter. Vi Gray Kamloops
Blazer bears provide comfort Editor: Pine Grove Lodge Residence Society would like to thank Blazers fans for generous and thoughtful gifts of Teddy Bears and stuffed animals. The gifts bring so much comfort. Thanks again from staff, families and residents. Sylvia Fukami Secretary for Pine Grove Lodge Residents’ Society
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“It appears that any dust, fumes, blasting clouds and other particulates of this low-grade highly subsidized open pit mine will blow downwind right into our lungs and our children’s lungs. As an extra bonus, any malfunction of the tailings pond will head right down toward our city of 90,000. “What a stupid idea to propose and large low grade open pit mine directly upwind and up — stream of a vibrant city of 90,000 people.” — posted by Nelsonx1
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older cats. There were no recorded encounters with potential predators such as coyotes or large dogs – this is a significant risk in the Kamloops area but perhaps not so common in the study location (a suburban environment near Atlanta, Georgia). Veterinarians are generally agreed that cats that roam outdoors have a shorter life expectancy than indoor cats (although there are exceptions to the rule !). Outdoor cats may be run over by cars, fall victim to predators, or ingest fatal poisons such as antifreeze. But life spent exclusively indoors involves other risks: boredom, obesity, and a higher incidence of behavioural problems. Next column: tips on how to enhance your indoor cat’s life. Dr Diane McKelvey is the only Board Certified feline-only specialist practicing in British Columbia. She can be reached at Aberdeen Veterinary Hospital www.aberdeenvethospital.ca
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Inland sailors who have tacked and gybed across the waters of Nicola Lake for more than two decades have pulled out of a site that was a legacy of the 1993 Canada Summer Games. The Kamloops Sailing Association has given up its lease on a waterfront site on the southeast shore of Nicola Lake near Merritt. Along with former owner Quilchena Cattle
Co., the club developed a compound for boats, a launch, a wharf, a picnic area and a trailer for storage across from the historic Quilchena Hotel. The site was home to the sailing competition of the 1993 Canada Summer Games, hosted by the City of Kamloops. Access was also provided to residents of Quilchena’s RV park across Highway 5A. Kamloops Sailing Association president John Drayton said the club sold off some of
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Cattle Co. wants to rezone the property and develop permanent washrooms and a marina as an extension of its newly acquired RV park. KTW sought comment from Douglas Lake. A message at its general office, however, stated staff will not return until sometime this week. Drayton said the club’s owners of larger boats have fanned out to other facilities, including Tobiano’s Bruker Marina on Kamloops Lake. “They’re enjoying the closeness. It’s 20 minutes’ [drive] versus 55,” he said. “They’re enjoying the light winds.” Drayton said it’s possible the club may reestablish a relationship with The Douglas Lake Cattle Co., depending on how far the company progresses with its plans on Nicola Lake. The sailing association is also scouting other potential locations for a new site, but there are no obvious candidates.
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The Kamloops Storm can clinch a playoff spot in Sicamous tonight. They hope to do it with Mitch Friesen in the lineup. Friesen, a 19-yearold winger from Surrey, made his official return to the Storm this week, parting ways with the OCN Blizzard of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League and signing on for his third stint in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. “It was a big deal for us,” Storm general man-
ager Barry Dewar said of adding another scorer to the Storm. The Storm have netted the fewest goals (113) of the four divisional leaders — the Kimberley Dynamiters (153), the Beaver Valley Nitehawks (159) and the Osoyoos Coyotes (144) — in the KIJHL. “Especially a guy like Mitch, because he’s not just a goal scorer, he’s also a big leader on and off the ice,” Dewar continued. The 6-foot-4 forward has played parts of two seasons with the Storm, leading the club offensively en route to
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career playoff contests. “I’m happy to be back,” Friesen said. “Kamloops felt like home, so I wanted to come back.” Friesen has had two stints in the Western Hockey League. He started this season with the Tri-City Americans, but went to the Blizzard after being released from the WHL club in September. In 23 games in Manitoba junior A, he notched 15 points, including eight goals. Friesen began his junior career with the Kamloops Blazers, selected in the fourth round of the 2011 WHL bantam
draft, and had four points in 68 games with the club. “It has definitely been another roller-coaster — I’ve had a couple of those over the years,” Friesen said, reflecting on the first half of his season. “It’s definitely good to come back — I know I’ll enjoy it here, so that’s good.” The 19-year-old has returned in time to help Kamloops vie for their first major milestone of the season — clinching a spot in the 2016 KIJHL playoffs. See STORM, A14
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title in 11 seasons in 2015, following an undefeated regular season. The team’s lone loss in 2015 was in the Canadian Bowl, the national championship, in Saskatoon. Beatty amassed a 27-3 regular-season record in his time with the Sun and was 30-6 overall. “Being a head coach of a junior football team is a demanding and time-consuming position,” Sun president Bill Long said in a release. “Discussions after the season made it apparent that perhaps
it was time for Shane to explore some other opportunities.” Beatty was named the Canadian Junior Football League coach of the year following the 2015 campaign, the second time he received the honour. “I would like to thank the entire Okanagan Sun family for this great opportunity with no regrets,” Beatty said. “I will cherish the three years I spent here, winning coach of the year twice and working with an outstanding group of young men.”
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Stewart Lemphers (left) joins Brian Pressnail, Kaden Romain and Preston Tucker for a game of shinny on the outdoor ice rink in Centennial Park yesterday in Westsyde.
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Outdoor rinks in Kamloops are not maintained by the city, so it’s up to volunteers and community groups to manicure ice surfaces. Several rinks will be operational this weekend, with cool temperatures and a lack of precipitation expected to create pleasant skating conditions. Rinks in Westsyde, Juniper Ridge, Heffley Creek and Dallas were confirmed to be open this weekend and each of those facilities have lights. Diane Kuchma is past-president of the Westsyde Community Development Society. Her son, Shayne, is leading the volunteer effort at the rink in Westsyde Centennial Park (735 Franklin Rd.). “When the ice is in, oh, my goodness, there can be 25 or 30 people there,” Kuchma said. “It’s a full-size rink and we’re lucky to have it. “Shayne was out there last night with a snowblower and he usually floods it at
about 10 p.m., or he gets there at 6 a.m. to flood it. He gets a great thrill out of how well it’s being used.” Gillian Stephenson is chairwoman of the Juniper Ridge Community Association, which is “on hiatus due to volunteer burnout,” she said. The outdoor rink in Juniper is at the corner of Highland Drive and Qu’Appelle Boulevard. “I believe we’re up and running,” Stephenson said. “We had two people that took that on for us in the last couple years and they have been actively cleaning and flooding. They’re still doing that this year. “When it’s locked, it’s because it’s been recently flooded. We had to ask the city to make it less accessible because we’ve had people jump the fence and destroy the recently flooded ice surface.” Len Haughton Park in Heffley Creek is home to an ice sheet that has been taken care of this winter. There is often a Wednesday night scrimmage and dressing rooms are available. Chad Schriml fell into rink
responsibilities in Dallas. “I bought a house and it came with keys to the rink, so I got nominated,” Schriml said with a laugh. “I’m trying to flood it every night. It looks pretty good and we’re supposed to get some cold weather in the next couple days.” The ice sheet is located between Beaver Crescent and Chukar Drive. Schriml noted that, before he had the Dallas rink in shipshape last week, his kids would skate on the surface at the Dallas Barnhartvale Baptist Church (495 Todd Rd.). “It’s just a small rink, but it’s been really good,” he said. The Pineview Valley Community Association no longer exists and the rink on Hugh Allan Drive is blanketed in snow. Sun Peaks Resort’s outdoor rink is a short walk from the village, just past the sports centre. Erin Valley Riding Stable’s (8825 Barnhartvale Rd.) rink is not operational this winter.
A win tonight against the Sicamous Eagles would book the Storm’s spot in the post-season, putting them beyond the reach of the divisional basement dwellers in the Houseboat Capital of Canada. Kamloops and Sicamous play at the Sicamous and District Recreation Centre at 7 p.m. “In my humble opinion, I think it’s a big deal for us to have that breathing room, just because we’ve got a strong division,” Dewar said. But, simply making the playoffs isn’t the goal. “We’ve got 100 Mile House and Chase right on our heels and so we’re not just looking for the division, clinching playoffs, we’re looking to actually win the division, continue on and do the same thing we did last year — winning a lot of games.” Friesen’s addition should help. He has long succeeded under Storm head coach Ed Patterson and brings an offensive pedigree to a club that recently added the KIJHL’s hottest player — Zack Andrusiak. The pair played together for Tri-City and will have similar opportunities, at times, in Kamloops. On the cusp of another playoff berth, the Storm are hoping the duo is enough to bring them in line with the league’s offensive powerhouses — just in time for the post-season. “We really didn’t think — turning over as many players as we did — we really didn’t expect to have a team that was going to be clinching playoffs this early in the year,” Dewar said. “That’s huge. “We’re young, we’re hungry, we’ve got a lot of things happening for us.”
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Obituaries & In Memoriam ALBERT (Ab) ARTHUR ABLETT On July 28, 1935 a son entered this world in the family home of Arthur and May Ablett, at the Fairview Mines near the little town of Oliver, British Columbia. The third of what would eventually be seven children, Albert was almost instantly rechristened “Ab” … Ab Ablett … it was not a stutter, but you’d be forgiven if upon him telling you his name, you had thought it so. Eighty years later, on December 28, 2015, Ab left this world, peacefully in his sleep, in the family home near the not-so-little town of Kamloops, British Columbia. He is survived by his wife, Ella Anna of almost 58 years, two sons, David and John (Yvonne), and one daughter, Cathi (Trevor) Marshall: two granddaughters, Catherine and Sarah Ablett, two grandsons, Tysun and Chayse Marshall, three step-granddaughters, Jess and Alex Green, and Pam (Derek) DeGagne: three brothers, Doug (Marie), Gordon (Val) and Richard (Carole), and two sisters, Sheila (Godfrey) McDonald and Donna Owens (David Weddell). He was predeceased by his older sister, Vivian Harder. And into those 80 years he crammed a lot of living. Ab lived in many towns when he was young: the list includes Oliver, Kelowna, Vernon, Salmo, Ocean Falls and Vancouver where he graduated from High School, then went to work for Ford, Bacon and Davis as a surveyor in Vernon. But family was still in Vancouver, and while visiting the family he met his sister’s friend, Ella. They were married in 1958. Ella became the love of his life. They moved to Kamloops, in 1958 and Ab soon went to work for Inland Natural
Gas (Fortis) as a surveyor. But his talents for understanding complex systems resulted in him being sent to wherever there were problems, and in six years he was transferred multiple times, finding new homes in Penticton, Prince George, Summerland, (Vancouver again briefly) and Trail. When another transfer was apparent, he said “enough” and moved back to Kamloops where he returned to working as a surveyor, this time for McWilliam, White and Goble. And again, his skill in other areas found him in a cramped office at a drafting table. Ab was good at drafting, but it was not what he wanted to do. Then, in 1966 he had an idea that changed everything. AMEX: In June Ab and Ella started their own business: AMEX Exploration Services Ltd. At the time, Kamloops was hardly the place to set up shop. But Ab had a gift … he knew what Kamloops could become, and he knew it would be the centre of Mining in BC. The mining company offices, however, were all in Vancouver. So he went there, and pounded on every single door. No prospective client was too big or too small, and in the five decades that followed, he worked for hundreds of them. Of course, staking millions of mineral claims and cutting thousands of miles of survey lines is not something you do by yourself. Over those years, AMEX employed upwards of 1000 people, many of them young, inexperienced and perhaps unprepared for life.
“Ab was a great friend to us all...a mentor...a very special human being! He was responsible for bringing so many of us wayward souls together, and we’ve remained friends to this day.” – John Watters, former AMEX Bush Rat When in 1974 the government practically shut down prospecting in BC and rewrote the Mineral Act, no one knew how to stake the new claims. Ab wrote a guide to the new act that explained exactly how it worked and what prospectors had to do to secure their title. It was so accurate, clear and concise that the Ministry of Mines published the guide and gave it away free to all Free Miners. Ab also proposed several changes to the Mineral Act’s legislation, almost all of which were adopted, to improve the lot of miners and prospectors in BC.
provided services to the mining community and jobs for many young people in the Kamloops area. And for almost all of that time, the office was in the family home. In fact, many of the employees became like family, and Ab was as much their friend and their mentor as he was their boss. Golf: “… ‘Why are you so late?’ his wife chided. ‘Now wait one minute, woman. I would have you know that Charlie passed away on the third hole today.’ ‘Oh my, that’s terrible, but it still does not explain why you are so late?’ ‘Well think for a moment what it was like for me: Hit the ball, drag bloody Charlie, hit the ball, drag bloody Charlie….” It was an attitude like that, that earned Ab a 4 handicap for most of his golfing years, and even a 7 handicap as a senior; that saw him score 7 hole-in-ones; and that made him many lifelong friends from the links of the Kamloops Golf and Country Club as well as the Rivershore Golf Club. Mining: “Dad once found a hole in the middle of the title for the Afton Mine. He could have asked millions for it. Instead, he staked it in their name and only asked that they pay his expenses (probably under $50).” To say Ab had integrity is to grossly understate his true nature. Nothing could ever be “wrong” … everything was painstakingly worried to the minutest detail. The maps he drew were marvels. Ab was a member of the Kamloops Exploration Group (KEG), the Association for Mineral Exploration, BC (AME BC), the Engineers Club (Vancouver, BC) and the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC). He attended various industry events every year for decades and never stopped shaking hands and telling stories. Art: “I am not an artist … I am just a doodler.” This is true. He was a renowned “doodler” and many placemats and napkins, in restaurants fell victim to his graphic tags. The instant he sat down in a restaurant, especially one with a paper placemat, out would come the pen. A broad white space would soon turn into an elaborate landscape, with mice and birds, old logs and trees: perhaps an outhouse or a cabin; maybe a lake or a brook. But before the meal came, there would be a new piece of art in the room.
Then again in 2005, when BC abandoned the requirement to physically stake mineral claims in the bush in favour of an electronic system, Ab was able to help dozens of Mining Companies and prospectors to properly secure their title under the new system. Sometimes you can teach an old dog a new trick.
Ab would always dismiss them, just flipping the placemat over again when the food arrived, but more likely than not, with the meal came a new placemat, this one intended for its common purpose and not the canvass of an artist, the adorned placemat whisked away and shown around the room.
But all things come to an end, and in December, 2014 Ab and Ella closed the doors of AMEX. For 48 years AMEX had
Ella recalls, “One time we were travelling, and I looked at this art hanging on the wall in the restaurant. It was a
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Service: For many years, Ab supported the local community as a member of the Brocklehurst Lions Club, the Gyro Club of Kamloops and the Social Credit Party of BC. He was passionate about politics, but just as passionate about helping someone in need. He was never slow to offer someone a helping hand. He once jumped to the aid of a man who was being attacked by another man with a knife, getting wounded in the process, but saving the victim’s life. He fed and provisioned a prospector that just happened upon his camp … the man had not eaten for days. And one time he stopped his car after noticing some marks in the gravel road. He climbed down an embankment to find a car, hidden under some trees, the driver pinned and unable to get free. And every day he showed generosity in every way he could. He made it his business to help the less fortunate. If you knew Ab, you loved Ab. If you met him, you probably would not forget him. A wonderful story teller, Ab had a thousand tales, some true … some not so much … but all were very entertaining. I hope he likes this one.
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WILLIAM (BILL) WEISGERBER August 22, 1937 – December 29, 2015 Bill lost his courageous battle with lung cancer on December 29th, with his wife by his side. He leaves to mourn: his wife of 58 years, Jeanette, his two children, Roger Wise (Darlene) of Kamloops and Colette Bercu (Dan) of Nashville, his two grandchildren Stephen Weisgerber of Kamloops and Alysha Weisgerber (Mike Kelly) of Kelowna, and two great-grandchildren Tayler and Brady Kelly. He also leaves two sisters Mary (Jim) Buscholl of Medicine Hat and Marlene (Ron) Duchscherer of Prelate, Sask., and three brothers Joe Weisgerber of Myrnam, Alberta, Ed Weisgerber (Irene) of Medicine Hat and Michael (Anne) of Maple Creek, Sask., as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Barbara and Mike Weisgerber and his twin brothers Victor and Wilfred Weisgerber. Bill was born on the family farm in the municipality of Sceptre, Sask. He started to break horses at an early age, worked as a farmhand and cowboyed for the Prairie Federal Cattlemen’s Association in Saskatchewan. After he married, he decided he needed a trade, went to trade school in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon, studying to be a carpenter, and apprenticed under Jeanette’s uncle, Sol Kosolofski. He branched out on his own, and, with his brother Wilf, subcontracted as a finishing carpenter in Saskatoon. In 1970, he moved his family to Thompson, Manitoba, where he was a foreman for Plainsman Homes. He soon decided this was not for him and went back to finishing carpentry with a friend. In 1972, the family moved to Kamloops where he has finished hundreds of houses, condos and town houses. Bill loved his work and took great pride in his work. He was one of the best. He never wanted to quit working, and it was a sad day when at age 70 years he had a stroke and lost his vision, forcing him to put down his hammer. Bill was a carpenter by trade, but remained a cowboy all of his life. He was never happier than when he had his own horses on his acreage in the Tranquille Valley. He loved to fish, hunt, camp, go to rodeos and spend time with family.
The family wish to thank all of the doctors, staff and nurses who cared for him at the hospital in Community Health and all of the staff at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home. Your compassion and empathy shown to your patients and their families is outstanding.
The Cowboy’s Prayer Our gracious and heavenly Father, we pause in the midst of this occasion, mindful of the many blessings You’ve bestowed upon us. We ask, Lord, that You be with us in this arena as we pray You will guide us in life’s arena. We don’t ask You for any special favours. We don’t ask to always draw around a chute fighting horse, or to never break a barrier. Nor do we ask for all daylight runs, or not to draw the steer that won’t lay. Just help us, Lord, so we may live our lives in such a manner that when we make that last ride that is inevitable to the country up there, where the grass grows lush, green and stirrup high, and the water runs cool, clear and deep, that You will tell us, as our last Judge, that our entry fees are paid. Amen. The Reverend Father Andrew L’Heureux will celebrate the Funeral Mass on Saturday, January 16th at 1:00 p.m. in Sacred Heart Cathedral, 255 Nicola Street, Kamloops. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall (lower level of the Cathedral). Should friends desire, donations to the Kamloops Hospice Association, 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, B.C. V2E 2S9 would be appreciated in Bill’s memory. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com. Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454
ALLEN LEWIS QUIGLEY December 20, 1936 December 31, 2015
Sadly, after a 10 year struggle with emphysema, Al passed away peacefully on New Years Eve. He will be loving remembered by family and good friends. Al lived his life to the fullest and he lived it “his way.” A special thank you to the caring dedicated staff on the Four North Medical Wing of Royal Inland Hospital. By Al’s request there will be no funeral service. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Service Kamloops, (250) 554-2429. Condolences may be left for Allen’s family and friends at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com
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Obituaries & In Memoriam In Loving Memory Of MARIE MUENCH
WILFRED JAMES (JEFF) WILLETT 1932 - 2015 Sadly we announce the death of Wilfred James (Jeff) Willett on Christmas morning. Jeff was born in Montreal, Quebec and was predeceased by his parents Mabel and George Willett, siblings Kitchener, Phyllis, Muriel and Howard.
September 12, 1955 – December 20, 2015 Marie lost her battle with cancer on December 20 at Kamloops Hospice, with her mother and two daughters by her side.
Jeff was so very proud of his two sons, Jeffrey (Susan) of Kamloops, BC and Bryan (Maureen) of Martensville, SK. Much loved by his grandchildren Roman, Olivia, Adam and Andrew and newly born great-grandchildren Cylas and Madelyn.
She leaves behind a lifetime of memories, cherished by her mother (Betty), daughters Autumn (Dan), Jacquelyn (Braydan) and six grandchildren whom she fondly referred to as her little cherubs. Marie’s two brothers, three sisters, many nieces and nephews as well as her extended family share in the grief of her life cut too short. She was predeceased by her father (Lorrie) 2013 and her nephew (Tyson) 2010. She worked at Tranquille, moved to Rayleigh to raise her family and finished her career as a Support Worker for the School District #73, further tying her to the community. Well supported by her friends through the rough part of her journey speaks to how loved Marie was. Marie found peace working in her garden, creating a safe haven for the birds and the bees. She will be remembered for her strong sense of family, by her love of nature and the sound of her laughter. We will miss you Marie, Rest in Peace.
Jeff worked for Flygt Canada, Pump Division for 30 years starting in the repair shop in Montreal until his transfer to Moncton, New Brunswick where he opened a very successful Maritime branch that he managed for 25 years. He took great pride in being a Mason for over 50 years and a Shriner who enjoyed being part of the Keystone Cops in the Shriners parade to help raise money for the Children’s Hospital. Jeff played hockey, football and baseball in his younger days and coached hockey and football for many years in Montreal winning many championships with his teams. He continued his active sporting life playing oldtimer’s hockey well into his late 60’s. He retired in 1991 and moved to Kamloops in 1997. Always a leader and manager Jeff was involved as Strata President in McKinley Court in Sahali and as President and current Councillor for West Pines Villas condos in Westsyde. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend Mary. During their 64 years of marriage they were inseparable, sharing their love of the outdoors, camping and RVing, skiing at Sun Peaks, golfing at the Dunes and in later years spending winters in sunny Arizona. Hiking, biking and walking his pal Casey were joyful activities that both cherished.
A Celebration of Marie’s Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome in Jeff’s memory to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice in Kamloops, BC or the Shriners Children’s Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to R.I.H.
As he requested there will be no funeral service.
CINDY ANNE KOUROUPIS
(nee Ramsay) Captorial “Cap” Emily May Reiners, nee Ramsay, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29th, 2015. She is survived by her daughter Vicki Hasenwinkle (Dale), her granddaughters Wendy Heshka (Jon), Diane Oorebeek (Joel) and grandson Rob, greatgrandchildren Tegan and Brock Heshka, Aidan and Owen Oorebeek. Also left to mourn her passing are her nieces and nephews. Cap was predeceased by her husband Vic and her son Glen. Cap was born in Delisle, Saskatchewan on December 12, 1917. She attended nursing school in Saskatoon. Captorial and Victor were married in Saskatoon on September, 28, 1940. Their early years of their marriage saw them living in Sussex, New Brunswick, London, Ontario, and finally in Vancouver, B.C., where they raised their family. For the last few years, Cap lived in Kamloops, B.C. She spent time being involved in her church, Girl Guides, Meals on Wheels, Salvation Army, and volunteering at a senior daycare centre. Her family and friends enjoyed her famous Sunday roast beef and Yorkshire pudding dinner, the many clothes she knitted and sewed. Cap had a great love for her family, her pets and the beauty of nature, especially the beach and the mountains. Our family would like to express our gratitude to Dr. Wynn and the staff at Kamloops Senior Village for their outstanding care they gave to Cap. Captorial will be remembered at a Funeral Liturgy at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Holy Family Parish. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society in Cap’s name. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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If Tomorrow Never Comes
Today we say good-bye to our dear mother, wife, friend and colleague, Cindy Kouroupis, who passed away peacefully at the age of 47 on December 31, 2015, after a short, courageous battle with biliary cancer.
But just in case I might be wrong, And today is all I get, I’d like to say how much I love you And I hope we never forget. Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, If I knew it would be the last time Young or old alike, that I see you walk out the door, And today may be the last chance I would give you a hug and kiss You get to hold your loved one tight. And call you back for one more. So if you’re waiting for tomorrow, If I knew it would be the last time Why not do it today? I’d hear your voice lifted up in praise, I would video tape each action and word, For if tomorrow never comes, so I could play them back day after day. You’ll surely regret the day, That you didn’t take that extra time If I knew it would be the last time, For a smile, a hug, or a kiss I could spare an extra minute And you were too busy to grant To stop and say “I love you,” someone, Instead of assuming you would KNOW What turned out to be their one last I do. wish. If I knew it would be the last time So hold your loved ones close today, I would be there to share your day, Well I’m sure you’ll have so many more, And whisper in their ear, Tell them how much you love them so I can let just this one slip away. And that you’ll always hold them dear For surely there’s always tomorrow Take time to say “I’m sorry,” To make up for an oversight, “Please forgive me,” “Thank you,” or And we always get a second chance “It’s okay.” To make everything just right. And if tomorrow never comes, There will always be another day You’ll have no regrets about today. To say “I love you,” And certainly there’s another chance © Norma Cornett Marek ~ 1989 To say our “Anything I can do?” If I knew it would be the last time That I’d see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in more tightly And pray the Lord, your soul to keep.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband Jim, their four daughters who she adored, Allison, Alexa, Elise and Caitlin, her younger sister Lori Hall of Vancouver, niece Emily and nephew Bradley Hall, her sisters-in-law Maria Kouroupis (Terry Aguillon), Lisa Kouroupis (Simon Kibugi) and mother-in-law Linda Kouroupis also of Vancouver. Cindy also leaves loving aunts, uncles and cousins in BC and in Nova Scotia. She will be dearly missed by her long-time friends from Ladner, BC, as well as many dear friends and nursing colleagues she made in Kamloops and other parts of the Interior over the years. Cindy was the oldest child of Cathy Eldridge (deceased) and grew up in Ladner where on New Year’s Eve in 1988 she met her one true love Jim Kouroupis when she was 21. Jim and Cindy were married in Tsawwassen in May 1992 before relocating to Kamloops in 1995 to pursue new work opportunities for Jim. Kamloops became their home where they raised their four beautiful girls. Cindy’s greatest love and passion were for her family – Jim and the girls, whom she spoke of fondly and often. Cindy had long wanted to pursue a nursing career, a foundation that was built on her natural inclination to care for people and previous work as a teacher’s assistant in Ladner and Langley. In 2004 she made the leap and went back to school at Thompson Rivers University, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree in 2009. She found her dream job within Interior Health’s Home and Community Care in Kamloops and loved her colleagues as much as she did her work and her clients. When she was not working, Cindy cherished time with her girls, watching them play sports and shopping with them, as well as going to Shuswap Lake with her family, where she was often found on her treasured stand-up paddleboard. Cindy also loved her home and was able to stay there as long as possible while she was ill under the care of her daughter Allison, also TRU nursing graduate, and her husband Jim. Cindy will be remembered for her generosity and thoughtfulness, for her beautiful smile and expressive green eyes, her unending humour and ability to laugh at life and parenting adventures, her always lively stories and her love of running the trails. In lieu of flowers or baked goods, Cindy has asked that all efforts be put toward the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice, where Cindy received care in her final days. While in the hospice, Cindy and her family were well supported by the generous staff. Cindy wants to ensure that legacy of comfort and care is extended to other individuals and families well into the future. The Kouroupis family has set up a fund for donations to the hospice at https://www.gofundme.com/yyh26kck Special thanks to staff at the Kamloops Hospice – David, Janice, Lindsay, Emily, Melissa, Sara, Maureen, Sharon, Hilary, Lana, Pam, Joanne and all hospice volunteers. Thank you to Dr. Alan Proctor, Dr. Ruth Farren and Dr. Peter Loland for their care throughout Cindy’s illness and to the staff at the Kamloops Cancer Clinic. Thanks also to friends and neighbours who sent food, gifts and constant support throughout this time. Prayers will be recited on Thursday, January 21st, 2016 at 7:00 PM at the Holy Family Parish, 2797 Sunset Drive, Kamloops, BC. The Reverend Father Fred Weisbeck will celebrate the Liturgy of the Word in the Church on Friday, January 22nd, 2016 at 11:00 AM. An afternoon reception will follow. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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Obituaries & In Memoriam SISTER LUCY ROSE DUMONT, SSA (SR. MARY FIDELIS) Sr. Lucy Rose DuMont, SSA (Sr. Mary Fidelis) the fifth of six children was born on March 11, 1930 in Molson, Washington, USA. Sister Lucy died peacefully on January 2, 2016 at Hospice, The Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. Baptized as an infant in Greenwood, BC and raised in Bridesville, BC, Lucy became a Canadian Citizen in 1957.
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1925 – 2015
She entered the Sisters of St. Ann on January 24, 1950 and pronounced her vows on February 5, 1952. Sister Lucy’s ministry encompassed education at both the elementary and secondary levels, parish ministry, pastoral care, community leadership and formation. As an educator, Lucy served at St. Ann’s Academy, Kamloops; Sacred Heart School, Prince George; Little Flower Academy and Saint Augustine’s Schools, Vancouver; Saint Ann’s Academy, Victoria and at the Indian Residential Schools in Kamloops, Kuper Island and Mission City. Sr. Lucy received her education at St. Ann’s Academy, New Westminster, Seattle University (BA); The University of Calgary (BEd); Gonzaga University (Credo Program); Catholic Health Association of Canada, Ottawa (Certificate in Pastoral Health Care), Newman Theological College (Diploma in Theology) and Clinical Pastoral Experience in Edmonton. The later studies prepared her for her next careers: parish Ministry in Penticton and Kamloops; lay formation, Nelson Diocese; and hospital chaplaincy at Mount St. Francis, Nelson; Edmonton General Hospital; Mount St. Mary Hospital, Victoria. Sister Lucy gifted her dying Sisters and residents of Mount St. Mary Hospital, accompanying them with her peaceful presence in their final days and hours. She also worked tirelessly with the Mount St. Mary Foundation. We will miss her courageous witness of completing marathon walks in support of Mount St. Mary. Predeceased by her parents; Victor Hugo DuMont, Rose Marie DuMont (Thoma); siblings Theodore (Ted) DuMont, Adele Spillane, Patricia Grout. Survived by her Sister Louise DuMont, CSJP, Jeannette Seig, brother-in-law Noel Grout, Aunt Agnes Thoma, many nieces and nephews, many friends and her own community of Sisters of St. Ann. Prayers will be held at 7:00 pm on January 10, 2016 at Sands Funeral Home, 1803 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC. The Mass of the Resurrection is on Monday, January 11, 2016 at 10:30am, Holy Cross Parish, 4049 Gordon Head Road. Interment following at Hatley Memorial Gardens.
CARMELA NICOLE DECICCO Our beautiful Carmela Nicole DeCicco of Kamloops, BC passed away suddenly on Monday, January 4, 2016 at 32 years of age. She is survived by her partner Kyle Barclay, her loving mother Donna and stepfather Hedzer Vanderkooi and her siblings Rebecca, Anthony (Chelsea), Olivia DeCicco, and Dirk Vanderkooi. She will also be missed by her grandmother Marjorie Gurski, her uncles Brian, John, Nick, Ralph and Dale, and her aunts Brenda, Dora, Mary, Darlene and Linda. She also leaves behind several cousins Trever, Monica, Tobie, Tavis, Analeece, Lisa, Jason, Tom, Debbie, Lorenzo and Mike and many close friends who she would consider her family.
The day God took you home A million times we needed you, A million times I’ve cried. If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place, No one else can ever fill. It broke my heart to lose you, But you didn’t go alone. Part of me went with you, The day God took you home.
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There’s a comforting thought at the close of the day When I’m weary and lonely and sad That sort of grips hold of this crusty old heart And bids it be merry and glad. It gets in my soul, and it drives out the blues, And finally thrills through and through. It’s just a sweet memory that chants the refrain, “I’m glad I touched shoulders with you.” Did you know you were brave, Did you know you were strong, Did you know there was one leaning hard, Did you know that I listened and waited and prayed And was cheered by your simplest word? Did you know that I longed for that smile on your face, For the sound of your voice ringing true, Did you know I grew stronger and better because I had merely touched shoulders with you? I am glad that I live; that I battle and strive For a place that I know I must fill; I’m thankful for sorrows I’ll meet with a grin What fortune may send good or ill; I may not have wealth, I may not be great but I know I shall always be true, For I have in my life that courage you gave, When once I touched shoulders with you. From Bob White’s Scrapbook
A Vanished Friend Anders Lim
She is predeceased by her father Domenic DeCicco, her grandparents Lorenzo and Carmela DeCicco, John Gurski and uncle Mark Gurski. Carmela was born in Kamloops on August 17, 1983. She grew up in Westsyde where she attended David Thompson Elementary and later Westsyde Secondary School from where she graduated in 2001. Carmela went on to receive her Opticians licence where she worked at Eyes International for over four years. Carm was an extraordinary person and touched everyone who she met. She had a remarkably big heart and always had a deep concern for friends and family. Carmela had an excellent sense of humour with impeccable wit, always making everyone in the room laugh. She had an immense passion for music and loved to share it with everyone. Her energy was electric and she made an impact whenever she walked into a room. She will be forever loved, missed and never forgotten. A Celebration of Carmela’s Life will be held on Saturday, January 9th at 2:00 pm at the Summit Drive Baptist Church, 1975 Summit Dr. Kamloops, BC Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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Around the corner I have a friend In this great city that has no end; Yet days go by, and weeks rush on, And before I know it a year has gone, And I never see my old friend’s face, For life is a swift and terrible race. He knows I like him just as well As in the days when I rang his bell, And he rang mine. We were younger then, And now we are busy, tired men, Tired of playing a foolish game, Tired with trying to make a name. “Tomorrow, I will call on Jim, Just to show that I am thinking of him.” But tomorrow comes and tomorrow goes, And the distance between us grows and grows, Around the corner, yet miles away “Here’s a telegram, sir,” “Jim died today!” And that’s what we get, and deserve in the end, Around the corner a vanished friend!
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Spences reach podium in Canadian championship Kamloops’ Josie Spence led the way for her family at the Canadian Single Distance Long Track Speed Skating Championships in Calgary this week, capturing three medals at the national competition. Josie opened the meet at the Calgary Olympic Oval with a silver medal in the 5,000-metre distance and later captured another second-place finish in the 1,500m. She also grabbed a podium finish in the 3,000m, winning bronze, and was fifth in the long-distance mass start. Josie’s elder sister,
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Sisters Victoria (left), Josie and Sara Spence competed at the Calgary Olympic Oval on the weekend, bringing four medals back from the Canadian speedskating championships. KTW FILE PHOTO
Selections for the World Cup stops this winter, as well as the world championships, will be made based on results at the Canadian championships — the World Cup team is expected to be announced in coming days. The second stop of the Canada Cup coincided with the Canadian championships this week, with
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the youngest Spence, Eric, competing in his first long-track competition of the season. He set new personal bests in both the 500m and 1,000m distances.
Venom hand out honours
The Kamloops Venom dished out year-end awards at a banquet at the TCC last week, capping off a season in which the club won the Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League title. The Venom defeated the Vernon Tigers in Game 5 of the 2015 league championship,
ending Vernon’s twoyear reign as junior B lacrosse champion. Kamloops went on to finish fourth at the B.C. provincial championship, losing in a bronze-medal game to the host Westshore Bears. At the year-end banquet, Riley Polacik was named the team’s most valuable player. Jerome Thorne and Riley Peterson were both recognized as the team’s top scorers and goaltender Dalan Etter was named the club’s unsung hero. Tylor Seabrooke was recognized as rookie of the year, while Brady Georget
was the Venom’s top defender. Kyle Pauwels received the Governor’s Award, leading Kamloops in scoring during the playoffs and provincial championship. He was also named a provincial MVP. The club also recognized graduating players Thorne, Blaine Boomer, Jason Weiss, Adam Eliason and Mitch Horsman, as well as general manager Jan Antons, who will not return to the club next season.
Saints down Salmon Arm
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Canadian women chase U18 gold on home ice DONNA SPENCER
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Lindsay Agnew wants to be the one celebrating hockey gold on home ice this year. The 17-year-old from Oakville, Ont., remembers how heartbroken she felt watching the U.S. celebrate a 3-2 overtime win over her Canadian team in the final of the 2015 women’s world under-18 hockey championship in Buffalo, N.Y. Agnew, Kristin O’Neill of Oakville and Winnipeg’s Ryleigh Houston are returning forwards on this year’s Canadian team that’s intent on claiming gold when the tournament starts today in St. Catharines, Ont. “I just never want to feel the feeling of failure this year in 2016,’’ Agnew told The Canadian Press.
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“Coming that close in overtime and not coming out with a gold medal was something super tough for me, Kristin and Ryleigh Houston as well. “I think the three of us are just super motivated to come out here and bring the gold medal back to Canada hopefully.’’ The women’s world under-18 championship returns to Canada for the first time since the inaugural tournament in Calgary in 2008. The Americans beat Canada 5-2 in the final that year. Canada and the U.S. have each won four titles in the tournament’s history. The host country opens the preliminary round today against Russia, followed by the Czech Republic on Sunday and the defending champion U.S. on Monday at the 5,300-seat
Meridian Centre. Finland, Sweden, Switzerland and France round out the field. The final is Jan. 15. Canada will be coached by Lisa Haley, who was an assistant on the Canadian Olympic team that came from behind to beat the U.S. in overtime for gold in Sochi, Russia. The coach of Ryerson University’s Rams knows her under-18 team wants a moment they can remember for the rest of their lives, too. “We haven’t won a gold medal on home soil,’’ Haley said. “We’re really hungry to do that and hopefully the pieces can fall into place to get us into that game and see if we can make that happen.’’ The majority of the Canadian team went 2-1 against the U.S. in
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VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions have agreed on a contract extension with defensive back Ryan Phillips through the 2017 season. Philips, an 11-year veteran, was scheduled to enter the final year of his previous contract this season. “Ryan continues to perform at a very high level and this is an important signing for the
a three-game summer series in Lake Placid, N.Y. Forward Celine Frappier of Tecumseh, Ont., is the lone player making her Canadian debut in St. Catharines. Eleven of the 23 players on the Canadian team are from Ontario. Canada is coming off a weeklong training camp that included a 3-1 exhibition win over Sweden and a 5-4 shootout loss to the Montreal Les Canadiennes of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League. “We’ve come as far as we could with the time that we’ve had,’’ Haley said. “We certainly would not take anything for granted. “Winning a gold medal, I think there’s a lot that goes into it. There’s eight teams here that all want the same. For us, we
club,’’ Lions head coach and GM Wally Buono said Thursday in a statement. “He’s an integral part of our team both as a veteran defensive back and a leader away from the field. “He still possesses the ability to change a game with one play and his experience is something we value tremendously when it comes to the development of our younger players.’’
have Russia, the Czech Republic and then the U.S.A in the roundrobin. They’ll all test us in different ways. We have to be ready for each game.’’ O’Neill is looking forward to having fans at the arena cheering for her team this year. “I definitely think it will be an advantage for us,’’ she said. “It’s an easier place for my friends and family to all come. The support there is going to be really beneficial for our team.’’ Former national team players Jayna Hefford, Gillian Apps and Catherine Ward will be honoured during Canada’s game Sunday against the Czech Republic. The three women, who won multiple gold medals in world championships and Olympic Games, announced their retirements in September.
Phillips appeared in 14 games last season and his six interceptions left him tied for the CFL lead. He had appeared in 180 straight games before a hamstring injury sidelined him for three weeks. “Without question, I’m a Lion to very end of my days as a pro,’’ Phillips said. “I am honoured and grateful to play for this organization, for our fans and alongside some of the very best players in the CFL.”
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TODAY ▟ FRI., JAN. 7 COMMUNITY: • Files & Folders class, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. , Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 250-3725145. • Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26. EDUCATION: • Kamloops Adult Learners Society course registration, noon to 3 p.m., Northills Shopping Centre in front of the Seniors Information Centre. THEATRE: • The Other Theatre Company presents Cherry Docs, 8 p.m., Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets $24, students and seniors $18. Tickets at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca.
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Audition for Messiah performance
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secretary Christa Keppel-Jones at 250319-8429 or email the conductor, Cvetozar Vutev, at cvetozar@ gmail.com. George Frideric Handel wrote the music in 1741, with text created by his musical collaborator, Charles Jennens. Jennens drew from his understanding of the Bible and, in particular, the Old Testament, to write the libretto. The choral work was last performed
in an abbreviated version — the actual work has three parts and 16 scenes — was last performed in the city in December 2013 by Thompson Valley Community Orchestra and Choir. Vivace Chorale and the Brandenburg Orchestra have performed together in the past — last year they presented The Creation by Joseph Haydn and in 2014 performed Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Great Mass.
Joining them for Messiah will be soprano Carlene Wiebe, alto Ingrid Mapson, tenor Paul Moore and bass Jim Floris. The 7 p.m. performance will be at Calvary Community Church, 1205 Rogers Way. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students. They are available at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., by calling 250-374-5483 or online at kamloopslive.ca.
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Many consider Handel’s Messiah to be a performance only given at Christmas but Vivace Chorale and Kamloops Brandenburg Orchestra will present it on Friday, April 22 — 274 years and nine days after the oratorio was first performed in Dublin, Ireland. Before then, however, the two groups are looking for singers who want to audition for the choir. Anyone interested can call Vivace Chorale
Kamloops Interior School of Music and the Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers are offering a free fiddle workshop on Saturday, Feb. 6. Instructors include Shamma Sabir and John Kastelic. The session runs from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. To register, go online to
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n Glen Cairns’ mind, now is the perfect time to present Cherry Docs. The play — a skinhead charged with kicking an immigrant to death is assigned a Jewish legal-aid lawyer — “is probably more topical now then when I did it the first time,” Cairns said of the work that premiered at Pavilion Theatre last night. Written by Montreal playwright David Gow, it’s the first production to be staged by The Other Theatre Company, which Cairns created to “reflect the community it inhabits and the power to inspire progressive change,” as he describes it online at theothertheatrecompany.ca. Cairns said he found his two-person cast by happenstance. He met Nigel Beardwood, who plays the neo-Nazi, at a production by the Kamloops Players last year; Beardwood has acted with the community theatre company in the past. Cairns had originally intended to take on the role of the lawyer, but decided that might not be the best decision, given he’s the designer and director.
At Beardwood’s suggestion, Cairns met with Todd Sullivan, who mostly acted with The Laughingstock Theatre in the past, and found his Daniel Dunkelman, the man assigned to Michael Downey’s case. The cast fulfils another of Cairns’ goals with his new company to showcase local talent. There was a side benefit in the Beardwood encounter — Cairns hired the part-time actor and full-time carpenter to help with renovations at his house. “He ended up being the contractor on my house. I started teaching him acting while we were plumbing my bathroom,” Cairns said with a laugh. Cairns, a longtime friend of Gow, had planned to direct the first production of Cherry Docs — the name comes from the Doc Martens the skinhead wears during the crime — but ended up letting it go when Gow called to tell him a Toronto theatre company had the infrastructure and the cash to mount it. “I wasn’t ready yet so, when he asked if I would mind going second, I couldn’t say no.” In its place, Cairns helmed the first production of another Gow play, Bea’s Niece. He was also artistic
director of 25th Street Theatre in Saskatoon, has worked with Neptune, Canadian Stage and The Factory theatres and was a writer-director in residence at the Canadian Film Centre. A former Kamloopsian — he attended George Slater elementary and John Peterson Junior High — he returned to the city last year and created The Other Theatre Company. Cairns plans to see the theatre company produce additional productions once this production has closed. Cherry Docs has been performed internationally and was made into the 2007 movie Steel Toes, which starred David Straitharn and Andrew W. Walker. The film won the jury award for best feature film at the Beverly Hills Film Festival, best screenplay (Gow wrote it) at the Method Fest and best actor for Walker at the Whistler Film Festival. While Cherry Docs’ plot is one filled with anger and hatred, the story ultimately is one of hopefulness, of compassion, “of accepting who we are as a people and who we are as a community,” Cairns said. It also had a personal impact. “As a liberal-minded person, it came as a real shock to me that
I was carrying around internal racism, that I was carrying institutional racism and I was carrying societal racism,” Cairns said. That realization points to a third aspect of the story, one that looks at “the limits of liberalism as a response to hate,” he said. “Even liberals at some point need to stand up and say no, this is not acceptable, and be able to stand up for it. It looks at what’s the boundary there. How do you compare the need for privacy with the need for security?” The language is both sacred and profane, Cairns said, mentioning one part of the script when the lawyer talks about his father’s prayer shawl “that is so deeply moving. “The language is rich and poetic, at times profane and at other times really uplifting.” The play continues to Jan. 24. Curtain time is 8 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays; there are 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays. There are no performances on Mondays. Tickets are $24 and $18.50 for students and seniors. Matinee performances are paywhat-you-can. Tickets are available at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca.
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Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26. • Snowed In Comedy Tour, 19+, 7 p.m., Kamloops Convention Centre, 1205 Rogers Way. Tickets $35. • Comedy night, 9 p.m., Bailey’s Pub, 1050 Eighth St.
Admission $10. Music: Bluesfoot, 8:30 p.m., The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St., $5. • Joshua Smith, Cascades Casino main stage, 1555 Versatile Dr., 9 p.m. • The Decoys, Match Eatery and Public House, 1555 Versatile Dr., 9 p.m.
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Community: Windows 10 class, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St.,
250-372-5145. • Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26. • French conversation session, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St. Open to people from beginners to those fluent in the language. Theatre: The Other Theatre Company
presents Cherry Docs, 8 p.m., Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets $24, students and seniors $18 from Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca. Music: Bluesfoot, 8:30 p.m., The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St., $5. • The Decoys, Match Eatery and Public House, 1555 Versatile Dr., 9 p.m.
Theatre Company presents Cherry Docs, 2 p.m., Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets $24, students and seniors $18 at Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca. Community: Fun Laughter Friends early evening social gathering. For information, email laugh2014@ shaw.ca.
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Tuesday, Jan. 12
Theatre: The Other Theatre Company presents Cherry Docs, 8 p.m., Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets $24, students and seniors $18 from Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca. Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26. • Fun Laughter Friends ladies only morning. For information, email laugh2014@ shaw.ca.
Wednesday, Jan. 13
Theatre: The Other Theatre Company presents Cherry Docs, 8 p.m., Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets $24, students and seniors $18. Tickets at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca. Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26, 2016. • Social networking class, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 250-372-5145. • Free wellness talk,
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Education: Kamloops Adult Learners Society course registration, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Northills Mall in front of the Seniors Information Centre. Theatre: The Other Theatre Company presents Cherry Docs, 8 p.m., Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets $24, students and seniors $18. Tickets at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca. Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26. • 18th annual Winter Okanagan Wine Festival, Sun Peaks Resort. More information online at sunpeaksresort.com/events-andfestivals/winter-festival-of-wine. • Google Picasa class, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 250-372-5145. Music: Kamloops Burlesque, 19+, 8 p.m., The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. Admission $5; VIP tickets with floor seating available for $10 cash at Instinct Adornment next to venue or at kamtix.ca.
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arrow cobblestone streets stuffed with charming vendors, galleries, sidewalk cafes, picturesque churches, historic inns and wonderful restaurants, have helped Quebec City earn the moniker, “Paris without the jetlag.” Add beautiful architecture and colourful vibrant squares full of musicians and artists and you might end up wondering why anyone would bother travelling the extra distance to Europe? Quebec City, “where the river narrows,” is the capital of the province of Quebec and one of the oldest cities in North America. Situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, it was founded in 1608 as one of the first significant settlements in Canada and it was here on the Plains of Abraham the colony of ‘New France’ fell into
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British hands in 1759. The district of Old Quebec was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. A beautiful stony arch forms the entrance through the fortifications into this historical place and its narrow roadways invite exploration. I spent a whole sunny afternoon blissfully lost in its warren of lanes, meandering through evocative alleys, ducking into eclectic galleries and enchanting shops and wandering past mouth-watering bistros, brasseries and boulangeries. I sensed history everywhere I looked, from endless statues and plaques to great museums and sites like Battlefields Park and the Citadel. I stumbled upon the
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Place Royale, the square in which Samuel de Champlain founded this settlement. The cobbled courtyard is filled to the brim with history — Champlain’s fort, trading post and home, and also the oldest stone church in North America, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, which was built in 1688. While musicians and street artists entertained, tourists jostled to get a photo of the Fresque des Quebecois, a wonderful mural depicting the story of Quebec with life-like paintings of historic figures and Quebec’s famous writers and artists. After wandering around in a delightful daze for a few more hours, I got my bearings when I looked up to see the Chateau Frontenac looming above.
The cobblestone streets of Old Quebec (left) resemble the streets of Europe but the area is known for more than its historic charm. Raft in the Parc National de la Jacques-Cartier (middle) and visit parliament (above). JAMIE ROSS PHOTOS
Looking as much like a castle as a luxury hotel, it has gloriously dominated the city’s skyline for more than a century. A Funicular (outdoor lift) whisked people up the steep grade to the grand hotel while others trekked up the many stairs. Just outside the walled battlements of the old city is the magnificent Parliament Building, inspired by the Louvre Palace in Paris. On its walls are 26 bronzed statues honouring Quebec’s historical figures. Horse-drawn carriages pick up passengers at the Fountaine de Tourny for a tour of the old city. For me, it got a little more energetic when I rented a bike to navigate the paved cycle paths that lead out of the city to the Parc de la ChuteMontmorency. Once you arrive at the park, you can take a cable car up the mountain to take in the awe-inspiring views of Montmorency Falls. If you are feeling adventurous, try the Via Ferrata
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climbing route that scales the sheer wall beside the massive waterfall and then zipline back over the crest of the chute. Another quick 30-minute drive from Quebec City the next morning has me in the Parc National de la Jacques-Cartier. Here, enjoy easy whitewater canoeing or rafting and hike in search of moose. After such strenuous activity, I had a good excuse to relax at the Siberia Station Spa located just on the outskirts of the city, with its hot and cold pools, waterfalls, steam baths and saunas. It also had some amazing riverside relaxation stations. The experience is based on the Scandinavian concept of thermotherapy, where you alternate between hot, cold and resting treatments. The process is said to relax muscles, reduce stress, improve sleep, eliminate toxins and strengthen the immune system. It made me hungry — and, luckily, there is a wide
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The Lore of the Lei Although a lei is any series of objects strung together to be worn (unlike Christmas-tree garland), the most popular is Hawaii’s flower wreath . Draped around the neck, it is given as a symbol of affection to visitors when they arrive or leave. A lei represents love so to throw it away throws away the givers love. Leis are to be returned to the place the flowers were gathered or given back to the earth by hanging from a tree, burying or burning it.
Anchorage Alaska, USA
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Maui
Hawaii, USA
º27
Feels like º28
Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Maui and are serviced by ferry. The areas of Kihea and Kaanapali have an array of hotels and condos. You can rent a car to get around, which is highly recommended, or arrange to be transferred, book tours or ride local buses or taxis. The Big Island of Hawaii is rapidly becoming a popular destination. Its unique vegetation, climate and, of course, the very active volcano attracts everyone. The island is not as commercial as Maui
or Oahu and, since there are fewer hotels, you will want a car to explore. Tours to the volcano are available by land, air and sea. The lava boat tours give spectacular views of the red hot lava flowing into the blue waters as well as the cooled black lava formations. The town of Kona is the most popular area for vacationers. In fact, you will often hear the island referred to as Kona. The main airport is there and most of the resorts. Golf courses
are very scenic with the black lava rock. Kaua’i is described as the Garden Isle. Famous hiking trails, canyons and waterfalls attract visitors all year round. A boat tour of the Napalii Coast — 27 kilometres of green cliffs flowing into the sea — is not to be missed. A condo and car rental is a must when visiting Kaua’i and there are many beautiful beaches to explore. Local artisans and Hawaiian lifestyle awaits visitors. — Maritime Travel
º26
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Varadero Cuba
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Panama
º28
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Western Forest Products is seeking two
Sawmill Supervisors
Cowichan Bay Mill • Chemainus Mill Reporting to the Sawmill Superintendent, the candidate will be responsible for safety, employee relations, quality, production, costs, and grade recovery of their assigned crew. A strong understanding of applicable WorkSafeBC Regulations and industry collective agreements with the United Steelworkers is required. The candidate will have a strong personal commitment to safe work practices, a sound work ethic, excellent communication skills, a working knowledge of MSOffice, a lumber grading certificate with strong knowledge of coastal grades/species, and supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting. To apply, please visit our online job postings at http://www.jobs.net/jobs/westernforest/en-ca/all-jobs/ As only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we thank you in advance for your interest in our company.
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XAXLI’P ADMINISTRATOR 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. The successful candidate requires a postsecondary 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: t Reporting to and receiving direction from Chief and Council t Has a minimum of 3 to 5 years administrative experience with an aboriginal organization t Have excellent knowledge and implementation of AANDC, FNHA, and other agencies, programs, and services t Facilitate the development and implementation of plans to include strategic, capital, financial, program, and economic development t Provide effective leadership and teambuilding through employee supervision and development t Develop and/or assist in proposals for funding t 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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Enterprise Accountant KPMG in Kamloops Working with the Managers and Partners, the successful candidate will provide financial statement and tax return compliance-services to owner-managed private companies. You will be responsible for a variety of technical, administrative and support functions, including working with the partner-in-charge and senior management on accounting and taxation matters. Responsibilities, skills and qualifications: • Preparing working paper files, financial statements and income tax returns for personal and corporate clients. • Maintaining client relationships to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and financial statements. • PST, GST, WCB and Payroll assistance to clients. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills allowing effective interaction with staff and clients. • Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. • Excellent computer skills – Excel, Word, Caseware, Simply Accounting, Taxprep and Quickbooks knowledge would be an asset. • Strong accounting background with preference to be given to those with public accounting experience. • Overtime is an expectation during busy periods during the year. Please respond by email to sheney@kpmg.ca
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Food Safe is an asset. Apply in person with resume to: 1619B Valleyview Dr, Kamloops
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.
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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
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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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2 job postings, 1 permanent, 1 for maternity leave. Roughly 25hrs/week (Mon-Thurs). Patient pre-testing. visual fields, OCT, fundus photo’s and general office help. We are a very busy Ophthalmology office and need people that are energetic, friendly and enjoy working with elderly patients. Optometric, Ophthalmic or Optical experience is preferred but would consider training the right person. Please mail: 6-1540 Springhill Dr., Kamloops, BC V2E 2H1 or email:eye_spy@telus.net. No phone calls please.
Certified 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
ADVERTISING Consultants: Our company is always looking for great sales representatives to add to our team. Our business requires a highly organized individual with ability to multi-task in a fun, fastpaced team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Excellent communication skills, valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are necessary. If you have a passion for the advertising business, are creative and thrive on challenges, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:khall@aberdeenpublishing.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
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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
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Businesses & Services TRAFFIC SIGNAL TECHNICIAN II
(Temporary) Immediately – July 16, 2016 or subject to the return of the incumbent, whichever is sooner. Reporting to the Manager, Public Works, Parks & Airport, this position performs skilled technical traffic and street light installation as well as work for the Water Reclamation Plant, Utilities Department, sewage lift stations, and Spray Irrigation. Closing date is January 18, 2016. Please quote competition # 04-COV-16.
DECK LEADER
(Part Time) Reporting to the Director, Recreation Services, this position involves instructing classes for children and adults in all levels of swimming in the indoor pool and performs normal lifeguard duties. This position provides guidance on deck when necessary. Closing date is January 19, 2016. Please quote competition # 05-COV-16. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for complete job descriptions and methods of application.
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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
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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 589 - 1200-1385 Copper Head Dr. 56 Papers Rte 590 - Saskatoon Pl, 1397 Copperhead Dr. 28 Papers
BROCK / NORTH SHORE Rte 26 - Erona Pl, Ponlen St, 1955-1998 Parkcrest Ave. 59 Papers
DALLAS / BARNHARTVALE Rte 716 - Foxwood Lane. 37 Papers Rte 720 - 1102-1392 Clearview Dr. 36 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 - Beverley Pl, 6724 - 7250 Furrer Rd, Mcluer Pl, Pat Rd, Stockton Rd. 35 papers. Rte 752 - 5600 - 5998 Dallas Dr, Harper Pl, Haper Rd. 65 papers. Rte 760- Beaver Cres, Chuckar Dr. 74 papers. Rte 761- 6022 - 6686 Furrer Rd, Houston Pl, Parlow Rd, Pearse Pl, Urban Rd. 58 papers. Rte 785 - 8700-8888 Badger Dr, Badger Pl, Coyote Dr, Fox Pl. 89 Papers
SAHALI Rte 470 - Farnham Wynd, 102-298 Waddington Dr. 67 Papers
DOWNTOWN / LOWER SAHALI
Rte 311 - 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 167-173 Saint Paul St. 27 papers. Rte 373 - Clarke St, 24-60 West Columnbia St. 20 papers. Rte 381 - 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 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.
Mind Body Spirit
Relax and unwind with a full body massage for appointment couples welcome (250) 682-1802
Financial Services LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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
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Miracle Painting & Handyman Services. 30 years plus, licensed. Senior discount. Ask for Gilles (250) 571-5560
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Rte 833 - 4102-4194 Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. 42 papers. Rte 842 - 3945-4691 Yellowhead hwy. 45 Papers
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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
WESTSYDE
Rte 225 - 3375 - 3495 Bank Rd, Bray Pl, 3324 - 3498 Overlander Dr, Steinke Pl. 66 Papers Rte 235 - 3440 - 3808 Westsyde Rd. 70 Papers Rte 236 - Ida Lane. 28 Papers Rte 237 - 810 - 872 Sicamore Dr, Sumac Pl. 39 Papers Rte 238 - Seneca Pl, 902 - 1002 Sicamore Dr. 33 Papers Rte 239- 807 - 996 Pine Springs Rd, 1006 Sicamore Dr. 53 Papers Rte 243 - Dohm Rd, Serle Crt, Pl & Rd, 3102 - 3190 (even side), Westsyde Rd. 71 Papers Rte 246 - McArthur Dr, McConnell Cres. 56 Papers Rte 253 - Irving Pl, 2401-2477 Parkview Dr, Rhonmore Cres, 2386-2416 Westsyde Rd. 58 Papers
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Feed & Hay
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Good Horse Hay for Sale. 250-319-3353.
Pets Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.
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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.
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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 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
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1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $5,500 obo (250) 376-5722
2005 Sprinter 25’ w/slide 1995 F250 Ford diesel w/low mileage both in exc cond. asking $20,000 obo for both (250) 314-6661
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 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
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
Misc. for Sale 4-Closet doors with mirrors. $200/all. 250-376-9937 4 Goodyear winter tires. 235/55/R17, used 1 season $400. 250-377-3002. 8” ION electric ice auger. Never used still in the box. $450. 250-554-9747.
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Merchandise for Sale
Beautiful 9X12 Persian wool area rug, cream/teal colour. $750. 778-471-1816.
Misc. Wanted
ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive
Apt/Condo for Rent 1BDRM a/c, patio, n/p ref required heat and hot water incl (250) 376-1485.
Senior Assisted Living
Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477
3bdrm 1bth Condo Orion Heights 1750 Summit Dr. n/s,n/p $1300 (250) 374-5226
Misc. Wanted
55+ 2bdrm 2bth Brock many extras $1450 call to view n/s, n/p (250) 376-0319
Independent and assisted living, short term stay’s, 24 hour nursing care and respite.
Kamloops BC call for availability 250-374-7467
Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Loose, Sets, etc Chad: 1-778-281-0030 Local
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Sporting Goods Cardio Style Trainer Exercise bike only used 6 months $325 250-372-2862 Multi-spd Raleigh Mtn Bike. $150. Elliptical Trainer. $650. 778-471-1816.
Tools Holzer saw $1500, Safety Harness $500, Myte Extractor $2500. 250-377-8436.
Apt/Condos for Sale Box 67, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E0
(250) 395-6218 (direct line) • (250) 395-0584 (cell) (250) 395-6201 (fax)
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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
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
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For Sale By Owner 2 Titles Lrg view lot & 2bdrm hse (view) side by side. Westend. $350,000/obo. Will sell property separately. 374-1417.
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1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet buildings. Reasonable Rental Rates Utilities not included
BC Best Buy Classified’s
Duplex / 4 Plex 3bdrms, full bsmnt. F/S, Close to all amenities. Carport. N/S, N/P. $1,250. 250-376-0113. N/Shore 3bdrms, F/S, W/D, DW. N/P. $1350/mo. plus Utilities. 250-376-5933.
Homes for Rent Brock 3bdrm 1bth n/p sm pet neg $1700/month + util ref req (778) 257-0544
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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. 2-215/60R16 Snow tires. $200. 2-245/50VR16 Eagle Snow. $200. 4-275/45R20 Eagle M&S. $400. 2-225/60R16 M&S. $200. 2-275/40ZR17 M&S. $300. 250-319-8784.
Cars - Domestic 1972 AMC Javelin SST. Second owner. Exec mech cond. $3,000/obo. 250-372-2096.
Transportation
2008 Fleetwood Mallard. 23ft. like new, fully loaded. $15,000. 250-554-1035.
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FAITH
Influencing a utopian culture in 2016 and beyond
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hristmas 2015 has come and gone. If the Lord tarries, Christmas celebrations will return in a little over 11 months (or earlier). In our market-driven society, glossy Christmas advertisement flyers and catalogues will make inroads into homes even by October this year. Lured by the blitz, parents will once more fantasize while children pester for the 2016 edition of new merchandise. Nervous about their fourth-quarter returns, retail stores will entice us to empty our wallets and seduce us to worship at the altar of consumerism. Deep inside, we will realize something is amiss, yet being weak to cut the umbilical cord of pressure, we will succumb again to the pressure. But, if we care to trace our Christian’ roots, we would discover the
NARYAN MITRA
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church fathers had different ideas on how to celebrate the first coming of Christ to earth. The first church official to propose special activities for the preChristmas period was Perpetus, the Bishop of Tours. To help the flock prepare for the holidays, in AD 490, he advocated fasting every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from Nov. 11 to Christmas Eve This practice, which mirrored Lent, spread slowly throughout the
Christian church. In the Orthodox Church, Advent still includes fasting. In most places, it lasts from Nov. 15 to Dec. 24. Armenian Orthodox Church members fast for three of the seven weeks between Nov. 15 and Jan. 6. Sadly, in this everchanging world of technology, the capitalist god of market economy generates fanciful expectations which, when unmet, create a vacuum in our lives. In human history, vacuums have always been filled for good and bad ends. The Communist revolution that propelled Vladimir Lenin and Joseph Stalin to power claimed to fill the vacuum of the masses with material prosperity and equality. To achieve their goals, millions of people were put to death. The egalitarianism they promised is portrayed in George Orwell’s
novel Animal Farm, in which he wrote: “All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others.” The god of Communist ideology failed and the vacuum persisted. The rise of Nazism was indeed startling. Our sensibilities are still traumatized by what Adolf Hitler carried out. But, we must not forget the vacuum he filled. Europe was living on glorious memories of the past. The church was irrelevant. So, Europe got Nazism, which positioned itself as the rising tide of the future against the nostalgic waves of the past. The world suffered. In our own times, the reign of terror unleashed by suicide bombers raises the question: Why are young people willing to take innocent lives and often be killed in the process? The utopian revolutions of the failed gods of
communism and Nazism and the new gods of the free-market economy and terrorism are also bound to fail. History is proof that the gods of this world are bound to fail over and over again. Once the euphoria of success is over, the vacuum in human lives will begin to haunt them again. As Christians, we should never allow the human failures of history to haunt us. Long ago, humanity declared its independence from God and chased the whirlwinds of ideologies, which were doomed to failure. The biblical times were also brimming with Greek and Roman ideologies, but the simple message of the first Christmas angels was “Peace on earth.”
God’s answer to the problems of the world was a baby — indeed, an invaluable treasure in an earthen vessel. The selfgiving love of God was manifested in a person, not in an ideology. The wise men were led by the star to the mundane manger and they were not disappointed. Rather, they worshipped the King of kings and the Lord of lords. We are living and remarkable worldwide renewal and growth of the church. What has contributed to this renewal? Is it the information revolution? Information is power and, indeed, information of the gospel of Jesus is the foundation for this onward movement of the church. But, his is information with a difference for it is not just limited to
words, rather the incarnation of the Word. This Word became flesh and lived among us (John 1:14). The gospel story of Jesus makes a society that yearns to overcome awful loneliness, isolation and terrorized conflicts of human existence endurable by making it meaningful. The good news of Jesus come in flesh on the first Christmas Day has the power to make human potential productive under the everchanging and challenging conditions. The world that has suffered and is still suffering under deadly failed ideologies needs to hear this good news in 2016 and beyond in order to have an encounter with the living Lord. ryanmitra225@ gmail.com
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FINANCIAL MATTERS Saving And Managing Money
MAKE YOUR FINANCES WORK FOR YOU CRINGING AT THE SIGHT OF A BILL in your mailbox.
Tossing statements onto the ever-growing countertop pile. Sound familiar? Financial stress is a reality for many Canadians. In a recent survey, three-quarters of those polled carried personal debt1 and, according to a poll for the Canadian Medical Association, 23 per cent of Canadians lose sleep regularly over financial worries.2
Amid hectic schedules and competing priorities, it can be difficult to find the time to pay your finances the attention they require. However, using these strategies can help you take control of money matters in your household.
START SIMPLE—MAKE A LIST Many people avoid organizing their finances because tackling everything at once is overwhelming. Breaking down tasks in a list helps identify specific and achievable goals, which can then be addressed one at a time. Consider: Assign deadlines and prioritize the challenges you want to resolve first. If organizing finances is a family project, decide who is accountable for each task on the list.
ORGANIZE FILES AND ESTABLISH A SYSTEM Not a fan of paper records? Scan everything and create a digital filing system. Prefer hard copies? Organize your records in a cabinet or plastic bin, with labelled file folders and dividers. You will likely want to identify categories (e.g., taxes, vehicles, warranties, insurance) and sort your digital or paper folders by date. Then, as you deal with each bill or document, date it and file it promptly. Consider: Sort files regularly and shred outdated documents. Use the following list as an approximate guideline for record storing:3 Bank accounts: One calendar year, unless needed for tax return purposes Credit cards: Until you check and pay them Loans: Until the loan is paid off Investments: Until the next statement arrives
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Warranties/receipts: Until expiry dates Tax files: Six years (starting at the end of the tax year to which the records relate) Insurance policies: Until a term policy has ended; for permanent life insurance, keep documents in a safety deposit box
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CONSOLIDATE AND AUTOMATE Pare down to a single credit card to reduce extra account fees and multiple statements. Where possible, look to consolidate other expenses and streamline payments. Keep in mind that certain companies offer discounts if you bundle services (such as phone, cable television and internet). Sign up for convenient electronic billing; you may find it not only reduces unnecessary paper clutter, but also saves time. Work towards greater efficiency by making multiple payments at the same time on a regular schedule. Consider: Take advantage of the added bonus of online banking and paperless billing: digital record storage. Most banks and companies provide access to five to seven years’ worth of previous statements.
ZERO IN ON SPENDING HABITS The convenience of credit cards, debit cards and online shopping makes it easy to lose track of spending. To avoid the shock and resulting stress when bills arrive, start logging purchases and be conscious about every transaction. Consider: Put away all plastic and “virtual” money for an entire month. Use only cash, and stick to a predetermined amount each week. At the end of the month, assess where you can make improvements.
CREATE A BUDGET Budgets can range from web-based programs to spreadsheets to handwritten documents. Regardless of the format you choose, developing a budget is an effective way to organize, track and plan expenses. Start with large categories (e.g., house) and then identify subcategories (e.g., mortgage, utilities, internet). A detailed budget presents a clear picture of “money in” versus “money out” each month. From there, you can set targets and trim costs where possible. Consider: Budget for a “wish list” and “unexpected events.” Planning for the former will help you feel optimistic about reaching those goals, and having money set aside for the latter will ease stress when you run into costly surprises.
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