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individuals with special needs. They can be any type of breed although retrievers are often chosen, however pedigree does not matter. They are selected for temperament, ability to take commands and how well they bond with their handler. With the demand for specialized dog guides growing, due to the many applications and types of special needs they can be trained to assist with, it is no wonder dog guides are becoming the first choice for improving an individuals quality of life and prolonging their ability to remain self sufficient. For instance, there are vision guide dogs that help increase the mobility and self-confidence of people who are blind or visually

impaired by enabling their handlers to travel safely through crowds, traffic and negotiate stairs and obstacles. Hearing ear guide dogs are trained to alert handlers who are deaf or hard of hearing to sounds they cannot detect, improving safety and security for the handler. Seizure response guide dogs help their handlers who are affected by epilepsy and are specially trained to react to seizures by barking for help or activating an alert system. Diabetic alert guide dogs assist people who have type one diabetes with hypoglycemic unawareness and are trained to detect drops in their handler’s blood sugar through scent and alert them so they can eat something sweet and are

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On Friday, June 5, the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association (KCBIA) and British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) were proud to award the Valleyview Overlanders Lions Club with a cheque for $1,407 from the donations received at BCLC’s 30th Anniversary BBQ held in May. Pictured here, KCBIA general manager Gay Pooler (centre) presents the cheque to Patrick and Kathy Lindsay of the Valleyview Overlanders Lions Club.

Summer reading club ready to play bingo Summer reading club The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) Library system is inviting adult readers to play a game of bingo, complete with prizes, as part of this year’s Adult Summer Reading Club. This summer’s club will feature five grand prize winners who will each take home a $50 Chapters gift card. There will also be additional prizes for anyone who completes a full “blackout” of their

bingo card by the end of the summer. Readers interested in participating in the Adult Summer Reading Club must be registered, which can be done online or in person at their local library branches starting Monday, June 15. This program is open to all adults 18 and over who are members of the TNRD Library System. Only one bingo card per person. For more information, rules and registration go to tnrdlib.ca/adultsrc.

The Kamloops and Area Chapter of the MS Society of Canada is holding an annual general meeting on Saturday, June 20 starting at 10:30 am at Desert Gardens in the Mohave Room at 540 Seymour Street. This meeting will be an opportunity to celebrate the chapter and meet the candidates nominated to the board of directors. Immediately following the AGM, there will be a presentation by Marilyn Lenzen. Marilyn lives with MS. She is a recipient of MS Society’s National President’s Award. She will speak about the her involvement with the MS Society as a volunteer, how she is passionate about getting the most out of her life with MS and how everyone can have their own impact to help end MS. Anyone interested in attending the MS Society, Kamloops and Area Chapter AGM is welcome to attend regardless of membership status, but only active members will be able to vote during the meeting. You can become a member or renew online at www.mssociety.ca/ membership. People can also contact the MS Society, Kamloops and Area Chapter for more information on membership. The Kamloops and Area Chapter is requesting RSVPs if possible to ensure there are enough refreshments and space for all who attend. Please phone 250-314-0773 or email trina. radford@mssociety.ca for more information or to RSVP. You can also visit www.mssociety.ca/kamloops for more information about the Kamloops and Area Chapter.

Take a walk with your furry friend - continued from front trained to bark for help or activate an alert system. Autism assistance dog guides help provide safety, companionship and unconditional love for children who have autism spectrum disorder and provide comfort and consistency for both the child and their family. They provide calming relief for children in high anxiety situations and help to reduce the stress commonly experienced in crowds or public areas. The bond between the child and animal helps both the child and their family as they gain increased independence and social interaction. Service guide dogs are trained to work with people who have a

medical or physical disability and assist them with daily functions. Keifer, a three years young standard poodle, is the constant companion and best friend of Sharon Robertson who has been with the Service Dog Guide program for many years. Kiefer came to Sharon’s care over a year ago and assists her in daily functions such as turning on and off light switches, opening doors, retrieving dropped items, carrying items between family members and seeking help if assistance is needed. Kiefer loves to learn new things and is currently learning to bring Sharon’s cane and find the phone if it rings. He also loves to empty the clothes dryer to the amusement of the whole family.

Sharon spent three weeks at the training centre when Kiefer first came to live with her, learning to work together and getting to know each other. “Keifer and I have never been alone, the trainers are only a phone call away and have been so supportive. Any time, day or night I can get information or discuss things regarding Kiefer’s care and they have been so helpful,” Sharon confides. But the best thing about handling a Dog Guide or any special canine companion is the unconditional love and joy they bring to the world in general, and to the amazing individuals they are trained to assist. Sharon insists that bringing Keifer home was an easy deci-

sion. “I feel so safe knowing that if I have a fall or there is a problem I am never alone and always feel supported with Keifer by my side,” she says. Through the Purina Dog Walk for Dog Guides, we can see the amazing friendship, understanding and commitment it takes to properly train and implement a successful working relationship between handler and dog guide and the benefits this union makes. Join Sharon, Kiefer and so many other Kamloops community members for the Purina Dog Walk for Guide Dogs and see for yourself what a great program this is. Contact Rosemary Reinhart for more information at 250-573-3217 or email at rhino22@telus.net. Trina Budai

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Farm Business Incubator Workshop Are you interested in farming? Do you need access to land? If so, join the City of Kamloops for an exciting opportunity to discuss land and business planning for new farmers on Wednesday, June 24 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at Interior Savings Centre. The City of Kamloops has partnered with Community Futures Thompson Country to offer a one-day workshop to solicit interest in a Farm Business Incubator Program (FBIP) in Kamloops. The completion of the City of Kamloops Agriculture Area Plan (AAP) in 2013 identified preservation, growth and diversification of the local agricultural

sector as fundamental goals. In particular, education and support for new farmers was an identified priority. One of the action items of the AAP aims to help address these issues by providing existing public land for a FBIP. This workshop aims to evaluate demand for a FBIP in Kamloops. The work-

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Do you have books you would like to donate to the Council of Canadians’ Canada Day book sale? They accept virtually all books, except textbooks. Drop off your contributions to the Smorgasbord Deli at 7th Street and Victoria Street any time between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday or contact Anita at 250-3770055. Book sale takes place Saturday, June 27, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, at the downtown Farmers’ Market and Stuart Wood School.

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Crime is, unfortunately, a ubiquitous phenomenon, but Ka- then, the crime hotspot that was their backyard (and previmloops is taking steps to ensure as much crime is prevented ous home to a young family in the basement suite) has been as possible. Strategies such as fencing, lighting virtually crime free. Investments in these types and visibility changes can all contribute to the of infrastructure projects can have dramatic immitigation of undesirable activity. These improvements, reducing the appeal for offenders provements are being made citywide, but there and making areas much more welcoming for has been a particular effort in the downtown friends and/or customers. If you or someone core. Problematic stairwells have been fenced, you know is experiencing repeated crime in areasily accessible nooks secured and alleys beaueas of the downtown, you can contact the CAP tified. All of which, have contributed to making Team and we can address the problem with eidowntown a more safe and inviting locale. ther additional patrols or work to provide some The CAP Team is working in conjunction with recommendations for infrastructure improvethe RCMP to locate these problem areas and pro- CAP comments ments. Additionally if deemed necessary we can vide helpful ideas and solutions. Even the smallAndrew Iadarola work with the RCMP to get a Crime Prevention est improvement can have the biggest of effects. through Environmental Design (CPTED) analyOne such example is the Sleep Apnea Clinic sis for any business downtown. So make sure on 7th Avenue and Seymour Street. In 2013, after repeated you help us make Kamloops and the downtown a safer, more walk-throughs, the CAP team working in conjunction with welcoming place. the RCMP and Community Safety and Policing, provided Written by, Andrew Iadarola, from the Customer Care and some suggestions for managing the overgrown area of Peter- Patrol Team (CAP). The CAP Team is our Downtown Kamson Creek adjacent to the clinic. Due to the lack of visibility loops ambassador program. Reach us at 250-572-3008/3009 and lighting this area was subject to frequent unwelcome or the Information Kiosk at 250-572-3017. Email capteam@ night time festivities by street involved people. The clinic kcbia.com. Follow us on Facebook (KCBIA CAP Team) and staff then took matters into their own hands, completely twitter (@CAPTeam) too! opening up the space and putting in brand new fencing. Since Andrew Iadarola 8

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Did you know there are 8 paths to paradise? Construction on your favourite routes into the downtown core may have you feeling blue but it also gives you the perfect opportunity to explore some of the other paths and neighbourhoods leading into our downtown paradise. There are 8 different ways to head into the centre of the city; 1 Columbia Street West, 2 Overlanders Bridge, 3 Battle Street, 4 Columbia Street, 5 Summit Connector, 6 Guerin Creek, 7 River Street, the 8 Red Bridge. Why not try a new one next time you come downtown? Or think way outside the box and hop on the bus or ride your bike. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let a little road construction keep you away from our downtown paradise! No matter what route you choose, remember to respect the neighbourhood, slow down and enjoy the trip!

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Who do you know? Relay for Life is a community fundraising event, hosted by the Canadian Cancer Society, where Canadians across the country join together in the fight against cancer. In 2014, nearly 400 relays took place across Canada. Participants will walk or run together on Saturday, June 20 at Hillside Stadium in the Tournament Capital Centre passing a baton to their fellow participants and working together toward one common goal of fighting cancer. From 11:00 am until 11:00 pm the annual Relay for Life non-competitive fundraising event will inspire and support families in Kamloops communities affected by cancer. For all too many Canadian families, cancer has become an ugly reality and there is a strong possibility that you know someone who has been diagnosed with cancer at some point, if you are not a survivor yourself. This writer fought her own battle in 2011 and survived. Now I fight cancer for one of my dearest friends from childhood who lives each day to the fullest, knowing her battle, just as my editorial, has a deadline. For now what we have is hope and an opportunity to join with other survivors and families who relay for the same common goal, to raise funds to advance cancer research and support Canadians living with the disease. When you register, you can set a fundraising goal and work with a team or on your own to help make progress against cancer by funding Canada’s top researchers who are working tirelessly toward the next breakthrough. You will also help to ease the burden of cancer by providing vital information services and compassionate sup-

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port programs for people with cancer and their families. Relay for Life is for everyone and you are welcome to participate no matter what age or fitness level. Children can participate and walk with grandparents and co-workers can pass the baton to their friends or family. As a team, individual, survivor, volunteer or sponsoring business with the Relay for Life Caring Company program you can make a difference and participate in a global movement set on creating a world where no one fears cancer. The festival style party will be in full swing all around the track and

in the decorated tent city teams gather to share stories with cancer survivors, united to enjoy music, food, activities and entertainment. This is a time to remember the loved ones cancer has taken too soon, to honour their memory with positivity and assertive action. Relay for Life is a time to support cancer survivors and their families. It is a time to celebrate life. To register contact Jennifer Harbaruk who is the Community Giving Coordinator with the Canadian Cancer Society at 250819-0906 or contact her online at jharbaruk@bc.cancer.ca. Trina Budai

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Wednesday at the Rock’n Firkin Pub from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Thursday at the McCracken Station Pub from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Friday at the Red Collar Brewing Company from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Saturday at the Farmers Market tentatively scheduled for 9:00 am until noon or get your numbers on Sunday at the CMHA’s

Ride don’t Hide event in Centennial Park from 9:00 am until noon. Men can also take the one-click health pledge at canadianmenshealthweek.ca. Jeff runs a private counseling and health education practice and has organized Kamloops first forum on men’s health in 2012. For more info, visit www.JeffConners.ca.

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With the incidence of diabetes the go is a portion of carbohydrate being on the rise in our population, is approximately equivalent to the at Manshadi Pharmacy we have size of a small fist, a portion of taken a great interest in diabetes meat or alternative protein is the care and would be happy to size of your palm and thickness answer any questions that you of your pinky finger, a portion of fat is the size of the tip may have regarding the of your thumb, and a diagnosis, treatment, portion of vegetables and management of the is the amount you can disease and its related fit into both hands. complications. As carbohydrates are Reality is that with our the main contributor busy lifestyles, we all to rises in blood are faced with situations sugar, try to limit the when grabbing fast food is our only HEALTH MATTERS number of portions Laura Burgess of carbohydrates per mealtime option. As Pharmacist, CDE (Certified Diabetic Educator) meal to no more than most fast food is full of 3. Don’t forget to eat refined carbohydrates, unhealthy fats, and salt, it can be a balanced meal which includes difficult to find items which won’t lean protein, lots of vegetables, contribute to uncontrolled blood and a small amount of healthy sugar levels or to high cholesterol fats, in order to level out blood or blood pressure. In this article, I sugars. Watch out for items that would like to review some simple tips for making healthier food may appear healthy but are choices when eating out in order full of hidden fat, sodium, and to help you keep your diet inline carbohydrates. For example, a as part of your diabetes lifestyle raisin bran muffin at Tim Horton’s has 10 grams of fat, 780mg of management or prevention. Thankfully many fast food sodium, and is 4 portions of places are becoming more health carbohydrates. Also, remember conscious and are providing menu that certain items are meant to options that are lower calorie, be a treat, meaning you “treat” portion controlled, or allow you yourself to them rarely and should to substitute a healthier item. indulge in a smaller size. For When ordering from a fast food example, a large blizzard at Dairy restaurant, remembering the Queen is 980 calories, 44 grams basics to healthy eating will help of fat, 6 portions of carbohydrates. you make better choices. For By substituting it with a small you example, try to stay away from save 300 calories, 16 grams of fat, refined foods by choosing brown and 3 portions of carbohydrates. I hope that this article has bread instead of white. Most places now give you the option shown you that even when of a side salad instead of french eating on the go, you can still fries, which not only prevents an have a lot of control in your unhealthy rise in your blood sugar, diabetes management by making but also avoids bad cholesterol choices that support a healthy and large amounts of sodium. For lifestyle. Remember, as there drink choices, try to avoid regular is no “diabetic diet”, these tips pop or other sugary choices, and apply to the general population as well. In my next article, I will be stick to water or milk instead. Never “upsize” your meal, as discussing diabetes management often the regular sized meal is while travelling. Laura Burgess, B.Sc. Pharm., already a larger portion size than necessary. Don’t forget an easy Certified Diabetes Educator, way to measure portions when on Pharmacist,Manshadi Pharmacy

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SwiSS PaStrieS and Bakery Café continues the tradition of fine european baking. Get there early for the best pick of fresh baked pastries and breads. you will make someone’s day with a Black forest cake or a torte, or try one of their other delicious items. the artisan breads are made fresh daily with no preservatives, additives or emulsifiers are used, just good old-fashioned bread The place to eat on the street! made the way it is meant to be. there is more to Join your friends on Swiss Pastries than just baked goods. you can also our patio or inside! enjoy daily lunch specials, which usually include a + DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS + Specialty coffees + Catering lunches and meetings + Ice cream sandwich and soup or salad. if a nice drink is on your + Special orders welcome + Milkshakes & Floats OPEN radar you can enjoy a specialty coffee, italian soda, + Gluten-free options + Italian sodas MONDAY - SATURDAY TRADITIONAL EUROPEAN FAVOURITES MADE ON SITE 8AM - 5PM milkshake or float. So slow down, enjoy indoor or facebook.com/FineSwissChocloate outdoor seating and some delicious food. 359 VICTORIA STREET • 250.372.2625 Happy Hour EvEryday 2-5 pm MONDAY - FRIDAY OPEN 11 AM SATURDAY & SUNDAY OPEN 10 AM (SERVING BRUNCH)

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Upscale Casual Dining Experience Canadian Cuisine with Local Ingredients and Global Influences

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■■ Kamloops Garden Club ■■ “For a Moment Like Rose and Garden Show on This –Gifts for the Bride and June 27 at Heritage House, 100 Groom” from June 2 to 30 at Lorne St. Entries accepted from the old Courthouse Gallery, 7 W 8 to 10:15am. Judging starts at Seymour St. Weaving, fused and 10:30am. Show open 2 to 4pm. stained glass, paintings, photogAdmission by donation includes raphy, artisan jewelry, pottery, tea and coffee. art cards and more all by local artists. Open 10am to 5pm Tues ■■ Summer Camps at BC to Fri, 10am to 4pm Sat. Free Wildlife Park for kids age 6 to parking, handicap accessible. 10 on July 6 to 10, July 27 to FMI visit: kamloopscourthouse31 and Aug. 17 to 21. FMI or to gallery.ca register visit: http://bczoo.org/ kidscampsage6to10.htm. Sum■■ Summer Solstice Gathering mer Art Camps for kids age 9 to Honour the Light on June 18 to 13 are July 23, 24 and Aug. from 7 to 8:30pm at St. Andrews 6, 7. FMI or to register visit: bcon the Square, 159 Seymour zoo.org/artcamps.htm. St. Presented by Marilyn Puff, Therese Dorer, Suniva Bronson ■■ Drink and Draw on second and Margaret Huff. FMI and Wed. of each month from 6 to cost contact tdorer@shaw.ca or 8pm at Red Collar Brewing, 355 250-578-8437. Lansdowne St. Minors welcome with an adult. Free event. No ex■■ Rocks and Minerals with geologist Donald Bouffard Motivo Biking Group - Our crackerjack reporter found this group perience necessary and supplies on June 18 with “What’s my of upbeat cyclists at Caffé Motivo as they enjoyed coffee and breakfast. provided. FMI call 250-377-2400. Rock?” at 6:30 to 7pm and The group meets at Caffé Motivo every morning at 7:00 am for a ■■ Pagan Coffee Meet-Up on the “Earth Treasures: Rocks, Miner- morning cycle and welcomes new cyclists to join them. This sunny day third Thurs. of each month from als and Gems” from 7 to 8pm at took them out to Cinnamon Ridge where they clocked about 30 km. 7 to 9pm at The Art We Are, 246 Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria Pictured here are (L-R) Peter, Fred, Ian, Rob, Vincent, Bert and Manny. Victoria St. FMI join: Kamloops St. Bring your favourite rock to Vincent is, after 30 years with his gal, making it official today Monday, Pagan Community on facebook. June 15. Congratulations! be identified! ■■ 9th Annual Teddy Bear/ ■■ Strawberry Tea on June Mother Goose Picnic on June 19 from 1:30 to 3:30pm at St. 250-372-0091, Francoise 250- downe St. All veterans welcome, 18 from 11am to 1pm at Prince *prices per copy Paul’s Cathedral, 360 Nicola St. 372-3782 or Ed 250-374-2774. membership not required. To Charles Park. Free fun family *pdf. or .jpg file must be supplied by customer and register contact 250-374-1742 or activities. Donations to Food Thrift Shop will also be open. FMI call 250-571-5111. must be same artwork throughout the run. Come and bring a friend! ■■ The Father’s Day Walk/ secretary@kamloopslegion.com. Bank are welcomed. Don’t for■■ Annual Jamboree Campout Run for Prostate Cancer on ■■ Family Caregiver series on get your teddy bear, sunscreen, $ Park. June 27 from 9am to 5pm at #405 water bottle and picnic! FMI hosted by Kamloops Old Time June 21 at the BC Wildlife Fiddlers on June 19, 20, 21 at The Walk/ Run takes place right – 235 1st Ave. A full day session contact 250-554-3134 ext. 582. Call or email us to Grandview Acres on Long Lake inside with all the animals! Reg■■ Kamloops Riverside Lawn PRINTED ON laser paper 1-99 100-999 your printing opens at 1000+ 8am, Walk/ for family members who care for Bowling book Rd. FMI on cost and scheduled istration Club 2015 season: six • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Run • • •is• •9:30am • • • • • with • • • •a• pancake • • • • • • a person with dementia. Learn events contact 250-374-8454. 8 1/2” x 11” full colour posters 44¢ 40¢ 38¢ days a week April to Sept. Come (3246) to follow. 78¢ FMI email about dementia, practical cop- as an 250-374-ECHO 11” x 17” full colour posters 88¢ 80¢ ■■ TVASC “Let’s Dance” on breakfast individual or a group. First echo@shawcable.com • • •20 • • from • • • • 8pm • • • •to • •12am • • • • at • • • •prostatebc@telus.net. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ing strategies and early planning. 3 sessions June are free. FMI Irene Kamloops Curling Club, 700 ■■ Annual Veterans Luncheon Pre-registration is required by at 250-374-4273, Bruce at 250Victoria St. Music by Lost Dog on June 24 starting at 11:30am calling 250-377-8200 or email 554-5177 or kamloopsriversideBand. For tickets contact: Zonia at Legion Branch 52, 425 Lans- thildbrand@alzheimerbc.ca. lawn bowlingclub.com.

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Arwen’s choice of fabric for her versatile designs is bamboo. Arwen’s Apparel has high quality clothing and enduring designs that will stand up to years of wear. There is also a large selection of unique and one-of-kind jewellery pieces handpicked from around the world.

319 Victoria Street #2 • 778-257-3344