Kamloops This Week July 26, 2023

Police claim parental abduction was pre-planned by mother

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FIGHTING THE FLAMES

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Demand light as planes have been about half-full. Final flights set for Sept. 6

Recalling stories of yesterday as we mark our 35th anniversary

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City councillor responds to mayor’s lawsuit

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In her legal response to Kamloops Mayor Reid HamerJackson’s defamation lawsuit against her, Coun. Katie Neustaeter lists numerous “boundary violations” and “behavioural issues” with the mayor, who she claims has repeatedly brought councillors’ family members into city conversations. The mayor’s lawsuit, filed on June 12 by his personal lawyer, David McMillan, claims Neustaeter defamed him on March 17 when she read out a statement on behalf of all council, claiming he violated personal and professional boundaries, which the mayor contested was baseless and caused innuendo on the part of the public, damaging his reputation.

In her response to the lawsuit, Neustaeter claims Hamer-Jackson has disrespected councillors and

city staff by yelling at them, belittling them and engaging in namecalling. She claims he has attended operational city staff meetings at which his presence was not required and repeatedly emailed city staff between the hours of midnight and 5 a.m., despite being asked not to unless the matter was urgent.

Neustaeter also claims HamerJackson communicated confidential information with people who are not city councillors or staff, publicly criticized city councillors in local media and failed to attend public events despite committing to do so.

Her response also claims the mayor has belittled councillors in communications to members of the public and has withheld information from councillors provided by senior levels of government.

In addition, Neustaeter claims the mayor falsely implied one councillor was an alcoholic in a media interview.

The Ross Moore Lake wildfire south of Kamloops is pegged at 2,600 hectares

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Community safety and protection of our environment are key priorities at the City, and water conser vation is critical as we face severe drought conditions

This year, we’ve experienced limited snowpack, historically warm temperatures, and below-average rainfall, resulting in elevated drought concerns More than ever, water conser vation is impor tant to ensure we have a sufficient supply for indoor use, for firefighting, and to lessen our impact on ecosystems

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• The City ’s potable water customers use nearly four times more water in the summer than winter, predominantly due to irrigation. Water meters have helped reduce our historic summer water use by nearly 30%, but more must be done to conser ve water in severe drought years

• The City spends over $2 million in electricity costs to pump water around our city Water reduction protects water supply and reduces the electricity we use

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Fire hotspot data from NASA’s FIRMS map on July 25 shows the fire’s hotspots spreading northeast from its origin. The red batch is the fire and the pink area is the populated parts of Kamloops.

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COOL WEATHER HELPS, BUT FIRE BURNS ON

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The Ross Moore Lake wildfire burning 10 kilometres south of Kamloops is still estimated to be 2,600 hectares in size, with rain that fell in the area on Monday night (July 24) not believed to have had much of an impact on the blaze.

It takes a significant amount of sustained rain to influence a wildfire, but cooler temperatures and boosted humidity levels have lessened the ferocity of the fire’s behaviour, Kamloops Fire Centre fire information officer Melanie Bibeau told KTW.

“But the precipitation itself doesn’t necessarily have an impact just because it was spotty throughout areas in the [fire] centre,” Bibeau said.

Monday night’s brief, but intense storm, saw some areas of Kamloops receive strong winds and heavy downpours while other areas of the city received a sprinkling of precipitation.

The wildfire was discovered about 24 kilometres south of Kamloops on the afternoon of July 21 and was sparked by a lightning strike on the evening of July 20.

NASA FIRM maps show the fire generally

spreading in a northeast direction from its ignition site.

There has been a report of one lost structure from the wildfire, Thompson-Nicola Regional District CAO Scott Hildebrand told KTW

“All we know right now is it’s some kind of secondary recreational structure. We need to do our due diligence and make sure we find out the appropriate ownership before we say any more,” he said.

Hildebrand said he is not aware of any injuries or loss of life from the fire.

Hildebrand said he is still waiting on new data from the RCMP regarding how many of residents in properties ordered to evacuate remain inside the evacuation zone. Of the initial 49 properties ordered out, he said about half of the residents remained.

He noted the latest evacuation order came late Sunday night and some residents may not have opted to leave right away.

“I know it was a surprise to a lot of people,” he said.

Despite the fire growth, the current evacuation order for 344 properties and evacuation alert for another 157 properties in place for Electoral Area J (Copper Desert Country, which includes the Lac Le Jeune area) and

Electoral Area “L” (Grasslands, which includes Knutsford) has not expanded.

“Nothing changed with alerts or orders. I think the cooler weather certainly is helping a little but, although the wind is still up there,” Hildebrand said.

As of Tuesday afternoon (July 25), a City of Kamloops evacuation alert remained unchanged for Knutsford, the community on Highway 5A immediately south of Aberdeen.

The city has an emergency reception centre set up at the McArthur Island Sports Centre for those who have been evacuated due to wildfires in the region.

While cooler temperatures and higher humidity levels have helped ease the fire’s ferocity, Environment Canada is calling for warmer weather to return this week, with highs of 31 C forecast for Thursday, July 27, and highs of 32 C by the weekend.

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Go to kamloopsthisweek.com for updates on the fire and for much more information on evacuation alerts and orders. The website also has news on other area wildfires and tips on what to do if you are under an evacuation order or alert.

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Flair to cancel Kamloops to Edmonton flights

AIRLINE INITIATED TWICE-WEEKLY SERVICE ON JUNE 18; FINAL FLIGHTS WILL BE ON SEPT. 6

Flair Airlines is cancelling its Kamloops to Edmonton route after the Sept. 6 flights between the two cities.

The Edmonton-based discount airline initiated the service on June 18 with twice-weekly flights between Kamloops and Edmonton, but the Boeing 737 Max-8 planes that seat 189 passengers have been about half-full, on average. The flights were the first between the two cities since WestJet’s short-lived trial run in 2021, which lasted less than a year.

KTW contacted Flair Airlines after learning about no flights available to be booked on its website after Sept. 6.

“This is confirmed,” a Flair communications spokesperson told KTW about the pending end to the flights.

“Flair continuously reviews the performance of its routes.

The demand between other cities exceeds that of Kamloops and Edmonton, unfortunately, despite our expectations and effort.”

In February, Flair announced it would offer thrice-weekly service between the cities, beginning in June. At a May 25 press conference, the company announced a revision to that schedule, with twice-weekly flights.

At that press conference, Kamloops Airport managing director Ed Ratuski told KTW the airport sees about 100 passengers travelling each way daily between Kamloops and Edmonton via connecting flights.

At that same press conference, Flair chief financial officer Garth Lund said he believed that as awareness grew,

Passengers step off the inaugural Flair Airlines flight from Edmonton to Kamloops on June 18. The planned twice-weekly route will have a short life when the final trips take place in early September.

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flights would fill up.

Eric Tanner, Flair Airlines’ vicepresident of revenue management and network planning, said every route needs to earn its way into the Flair network.

“The airplanes can always be taken somewhere else, so you can never make promises on a route,” Tanner said at the time. “That said, the fundamentals are here. This is a market that we know can work really well for us. Our job is to make sure customers know the flight’s there.”

Tanner said Flair’s low-cost business model depended on filling planes to capacity as the airline makes half of its revenue on

ancillary purchases by customers.

In March, four Flair Airlines planes were seized by Airborne Capital for alleged missed lease payments worth millions of dollars, leading to 12 flights being cancelled. The airline has since sued the company for $50 million over the seizures.

With Flair deciding to pull the plug on its Kamloops to Edmonton route, Kamloops Airport is left with multiple daily WestJet flights to Calgary and multiple daily Air Canada flights to Vancouver.

Beginning on Oct. 17, Pacific Coastal Airlines plans to offer a direct flight to and from Victoria, six days per week (not on Saturdays), using Beechcraft 1900 aircraft, which seat 19 passengers.

The service will be available on a seasonal basis, providing travellers with access between the two cities between October 17, 2023, and April 26, 2024.

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Neustaeter’s response

Neustaeter claims boundary violations made by the mayor include him initially refusing to place a councillor (Dale Bass) on the deputy mayor rotation and standing committees, suggesting another councillor was in a conflict of interest due to the councillor’s spouse being a city employee (Mike O’Reilly’s wife, Erin, works for the city as a planner) and disclosing the death of a city staffer’s family member on live radio.

Neustaeter also claims Hamer-Jackson crossed personal boundaries by seeking to interfere with the employment of a councillor’s son who works for the city (Bill Sarai’s son is a community service officer).

Neustaeter’s response, filed July 24 by lawyer Daniel Reid of Harper Grey — the municipality’s legal representation — denies Neustaeter’s statement of March 17 was defamatory, arguing the comments were justified expressions of opinion that represent fair comment on a matter of public interest based upon true or privileged facts.

Hamer-Jackson’s lawsuit claims Neustaeter also defamed the mayor orally on Feb. 11 and via emails on Feb. 13 and March 5 with other councillors and staff by claiming the mayor pursued

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interactions with Neustaeter’s father — former Kamloops MLA Kevin Krueger — with nefarious intent to gain political influence over her and city business. In her response, Neustaeter denies those comments were defamatory, arguing they were justified on substance and fact, were made in the circumstances of qualified privilege and consist of expressions of opinion and represent fair comment on matters of public interest.

Neustaeter claims that following a strategic planning meeting on Feb. 13, she raised concerns with Hamer-Jackson having ongoing communication with her father regarding city business.

Neustaeter’s response implies that sometime in January, she learned HamerJackson spoke with her father about staffing issues and asked that he obtain Neustaeter’s support in having a city staff member dismissed.

Neustaeter claims HamerJackson walked away from her at a Feb. 11 meeting and refused to talk to her about her concerns, but after initially leaving the meeting, he returned and sought to share

“private information about Krueger with council in the meeting and made remarks about the defendant’s mother.” Neustaeter’s response states councillors objected to the mayor sharing the details and he refrained, but claims he later forwarded the information to a councillor from a private email address.

Neustaeter claims HamerJackson then forwarded that information about her father to all councillors from his mayoral email address and asked them to review it.

Neustaeter says it was in response to that action by the mayor that she sent the Feb. 13 email Hamer-Jackson claims was defamatory. In that email, included in the response, Neustaeter tells Hamer-Jackson she has asked him four times to stop contacting her father. HamerJackson’s emailed response to that accused Neustaeter of lying about asking him to stop four times, claiming it was only once and that he was “trying to keep this on the down load [low]” and that “I did not want this family issue to expose any one.”

In his email, HamerJackson added: “I was shocked of the behaviour of what I had heard of your mother and yours behaviour of a man that sounded perfectly fine to myself,” in reference to Krueger.

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Searching for city safety solutions

Ireally like Todd Mason. When he co-owned the Vic Cafe downtown with former city councillor Denis Walsh, he was always very friendly and down to earth. When I see Todd, I very much enjoy our brief exchanges.

So, it was with great interest that I listened to Mason’s comments at a recent city council meeting regarding the June 21 community safety solutions forum he helped organize with Walsh and Bronwen Scott.

Yes, this is the same forum that attracted quite a bit of concern and controversy. More on that a bit later.

At council, Mason shared that he felt a remarkable sense of community at the forum and that there was a spirit of togetherness despite differences of opinion.

He said attendees conducted themselves with respect for the most part and found a lot of common ground (asking longtime TRU

ARJUN SINGH From The Public GALLERY

instructor Derek Cook to moderate was a good decision).

Additionally, Mason said he felt people showed positivity and hope for the first time in a long time.

He credited the forum’s format — no small groups silos; instead, an opportunity for everyone to hear, share, ask and learn together.

I believe Mason when he said

that was his experience.

I know him to be a good man who cares about community.

However, I’d like to share another perspective on the forum. To be clear, I did not attend the forum. I was out of town, but I would have been reluctant to attend even if I had been able to do so.

I’m now part of a project that has similar goals. Working with the local community action team, an opioid overdose response committee, we are looking to bring together as many people as we can to figure out the best solutions to our social and community safety crises.  In this work, I regularly interact with amazing people who are on the front lines of serving our most vulnerable citizens.

Unfortunately, many felt genuinely uncomfortable about the forum at TRU.

The issue many people had with the forum is that one of the panel-

ists, Aaron Gunn, has taken strong positions against harm reduction and safe supply. Many social service leaders feel his views could further stigmatize drug users and make it less likely they will seek help.

I deeply respect Gunn’s right to express his views, but after perusing his YouTube channel and website, I can confidently say he is not primarily in the business of bridge building and collaborative community conversations.

We want more people to feel what Mason felt at the forum. We want to greatly enlarge the circle of people who feel comfortable hearing, sharing, asking and learning together.

This conversation shouldn’t be about harm reduction versus recovery. It should be about both together. Frank Quinn, in a recent letter to the KTW editor, expresses this very well:

“Don’t allow yourself to get

drawn into this polarized left-wing/ right-wing debate. Both safe supply and accessible treatment are required and will work well in tandem. Let’s all focus on the substance of saving lives in the immediate term, then allowing people to have appropriate treatment so they can return to normal, productive lives.”

I hope Mason, Walsh and Scott will take these comments in the spirit of friendship and constructive feedback and consider a more inclusive approach for future forums. I know how much they all care about addressing these issues. They stepped up big time organizing the forum in pretty short order.

And I thank Mason, through his remarks at city council, for sharing his experience with the community.

Arjun Singh is a former city councillor who writes an occasional column for KTW. His email address is fullworld@gmail.com.

People of Earth, welcome to the Anthropocene

“I was there when the Anthropocene was born. It was so amazing,” said Dr. Katherine Richardson, leader of the Sustainability Science Centre at the University of Copenhagen. “It was actually in 2000, at one of these meetings of the International Geosphere-Biosphere Program Scientific Steering Committee.”

The meeting sounds like a bunch of scientific bureaucrats sitting around somewhere discussing boring details — and, probably for the most part, it was exactly that. But Paul Crutzen was also there and he was not a man to suffer fools gladly.

“The different programs were giving long reports of what they’ve been doing that year and the people that do the paleo stuff were

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“They were saying, ‘Holocene, we’re in the Holocene, and this has happened in the Holocene.’ And Paul just jumped up and said ‘But we’re not in the Holocene any longer. We’re in the ...’ He was reaching for a word and he said, ‘We’re in the Anthropocene!’ Boing! Just like that! It happened right there.”

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The new name got some support right away, but its implications were big and science moves at its own deliberate speed. We were still officially in the Holocene, the epoch that began 11,700 years ago, when Earth emerged from the last Ice Age, until this past July 11.

That’s when scientists in the Anthropocene Working Group presented hard evidence that human activity has changed the geology, atmosphere and biology of our planet so much that it has entered a new geologic epoch known as the Anthropocene.

We’re not in the Holocene any more. That golden interlude of warm, stable climate in which humans started farming,

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multiplied their population a thousandfold and eventually created high-energy, hightech civilizations is at an end.

Our numbers and our powers are now so great that they will determine the climate and even sea levels.

The Ice Ages that have come and gone regularly for the past two-and-a-half million years are over, cancelled by our greenhouse gas emissions. Our future is hotter, not colder, and how much hotter is largely in our own hands.

That’s why Anthropocene is the right name — “anthropo” means “human,” so now we live in the Human Epoch.

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PAID ON-CALL FIREFIGHTERS NEEDED

Editor:

I am appalled that the City of Kamloops has terminated paid on-call firefighters in Westsyde.

I have lived in Westsyde for 55 years, was a paid on-call firefighter at Hall No. 4 for 34 years and chief for 15 years. Being a paid on-call firefighter was a huge part of my life, both as a service to our community and being involved in many activities that added to the quality of life of our community.

ALL SHOULD ATTEND MUSIC IN THE PARK

Editor:

I was surprised by KTW’s July 4 online poll that showed more than 50 per cent of respondents did not plan to attend a Music in the Park concert this summer.

The attendance for the Creedence Clearwater Reprisal and the BCLC Midsummer Night’s Jam was terrific and the food trucks on site were an added bonus.

With Music in the Park, residents and visitors to the city

can enjoy a free daily concert throughout the summer, something not offered in any other B.C. city.

I would strongly encourage the naysayers to try going one evening. They might get hooked. Congratulations to Henry Small, the City of Kamloops and BCLC for staging Music in the Park again this summer.

Mike Baker Kamloops

Paid on-call firefighters get paid for training and attending incidents. Most view the activity as a service to our community. For the past 50 years, the Westsyde fire hall has been manned by at least two full-time paid staff and up to 25 paid on-call firefighters. Currently, there are 13 of them.

As of Aug. 1, there will be four paid staff assigned to each shift at the hall.

CITY HALL IS BROKEN

Editor:

When there is a fire call in every part of town, fire trucks and paid staff crews frequently move out of their home area. If there is a fire call elsewhere in Kamloops, the Hall No. 4 truck will head out of Westsyde. If the truck is in the hall, response time for them (no matter how many riders) can’t be any faster than it is now. If the truck is out of Westsyde, response time will be longer.

Paid on-call firefighter receive the same training and certifications as paid staff. The only difference will be in the experiences they encounter. Paid on-call firefighters are only allowed to attend fire incidents. They are not permitted to attend medical or traffic incidents.

They are paid for practices and for calls. The current total cost of the paid on-call firefighters in Westsyde is about

I originally put my name in the ring to run for city council in the Oct. 15, 2022, election, but due to time required at work and family obligations, I chose to step aside.

If I had known that what we would be left with, I never would have walked away from running.

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Given the increase in incidents of floods and wildfires, what is your household’s level of emergency preparedness?

$35,000 a year.

The press release from the city claims call volume in Westsyde is up and that “demand exceeds capacity”.” Both claims are provided with no data. What kind of calls? How many? What is the paid on-call attendance?

The offer for paid on-call firefighters living is Westsyde to serve in Rayleigh is laughable. It takes a good 20 minutes to get there in a private vehicle. No one knows when the next incident will occur, where it will be located or how big it will be. Part of being prepared is to have good resources, including manpower, available. The real way to provide value for the taxpayers and to improve service is to have more, not fewer, dependable, trained paid on-call firefighters.

Phil Strange Kamloops

Myself and many others believe it’s time for a full blown recall of every member of council and the mayor. They have broken city hall and nothing is getting accomplished.

Norris Laitinen Kamloops

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EXCITED FOR OVERLANDERS DAY

The annual Overlanders Day took place on Sunday, July 23, in Brocklehurst Park. Clockwise from top left: Dmitri Serediak has everything he needs without all the other events, Connor Tremblay gets a free kick lesson from the Western Karate Academy, Petra Gudmundson and Sola Peron loved petting the baby goats and Leah Rouseau from the Big Little Science Centre showed kids how to blow big bubbles.

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Is geoenginnering the next option?

From

“We are simply so big and so dominant that we now need to drive the vehicle,” said Johan Rockström, director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Studies.

“We are just sitting there and not really recognizing that we are the ones with the levers now. We are starting to understand how they work, but we are not using them, and it’s time to use them.”

Rockström is not actually advocating geoengineering here, but a number of other climate scientists have been driven to that conclusion by the accelerating changes in the climate system. As indeed was Crutzen himself, who first went public in 2006 with a call for scientists to consider geoengineering options.

It had been a taboo topic until then, but Crutzen’s Nobel Prize gave him the standing to broach the issue publicly.

And it all does go together. If human activities are inadvertently changing the atmosphere and the biosphere in  dangerous ways, many of which we didn’t foresee, then maybe we should also be willing to intervene to stop or reverse those changes.

This may seem far removed from the declaration of a new geological epoch, but the name change is all about perspective.

It is a way of making people realize we human beings are now the decisive influence on how the whole Earth system evolves — and that we must pay constant attention to our choices if we want a climate that we can tolerate.

In the meantime, the Anthropocene has a

few more hurdles to cross before it is formally acknowledged as our new geological epoch, but they have found the golden spike that will serve as its defining natural phenomenon.

It is Crawford Lake, a very deep limestone sinkhole not far from Hamilton.

It’s the annual layers of sediment at the bottom of the little lake, undisturbed by currents because it is so small and so deep, that contain the evidence of the huge changes wrought on the environment by human beings since the 1950s, most notably the sudden jump in plutonium (from atomic bomb tests) and fly ash from the steel mills in Hamilton.

Fundraisers to help man who lost stepdaughter

An online fundraiser has been created and a second fundraiser was scheduled to be held this past Tuesday (July 25) to help raise money for a Kamloops man who was seriously injured when he tried to prevent his 15-year-old stepdaughter from falling into Akolkolex Falls near Revelstoke on July 16. She died in the fall.

According to the RCMP, the teen was hiking when she lost her footing on slippery rocks and fell into the falls, about 30 kilometres south of Revelstoke.

Her stepfather, Ryan Fisher, tried to save her from falling, but they both fell from the ledge.

Revelstoke Search and Rescue, BC Ambulance paramedics, Revelstoke RCMP and the fire department responded. A search and rescue helicopter crew found Fisher, who was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The next day, July 17, the body of the girl was found by RCMP and search and rescue personnel.

The BC Coroners Service is investigating the incident.

An online fundraiser at gofundme.com has been created by Gordon Leary and Bonnie Pryce. It can be found by searching “Help a hero.”

“Ryan is a one-of-a-kind friend,” Leary and Pryce

state on the fundraiser.

“He is clever, a bit goofy and always there if you need him — the kind of guy who would give you the shirt off his back in a snowstorm. Ryan is an amazing, adventurous photographer with an eye for the beauty of the natural world around us. This is where

S IGN UP FOR FUN VOLUNTEER AT RIBFEST

By Terr y -Lynn Stone

W hether 2023 will be your first visit to the Rotar y Club of Kamloops Ribfest presented by Functional Electric and Locates Unlimited, or if this is the 12th year you have attended, one thing you ’ ll notice almost immediately you come into the park, is the brightly coloured T-shirts of the hundreds of volunteers who come out ever y single year to help make Ribfest a resounding success!

There is no doubt that without the nearly 300 volunteers ever y year, there would be no Ribfest!

Volunteers work in threehour shifts in the area of their choice from selling raffle tickets or corn, to clearing tables, working the sustainability areas of the park, or helping kids enjoy the family fun zone

And what do volunteers say about working at Ribfest? Well, if last year ’ s comments are anything to go by, they really enjoyed being at Ribfest! “ We had so much fun”,

“it was great helping out!” and “ we laughed so much” and perhaps most importantly, “ we are looking for ward to helping out again next year ” So why not come out and join in the fun?

And there are perks to volunteering at Ribfest! Each volunteer who works a three shift, gets a ticket for a free corn on the cob at the end of their shift and who can resist that butter y treat?

New to volunteers this year is a coupon from the Ribbers for $5 off for those who have worked two shifts (Ohhh! Yummy ribs!) In addition, volunteers get an opportunity to enter the volunteer swag draw with over $1,000 worth of donated items from RibFest ’ s generous sponsors Ribfest is taking place at Riverside Park August 11-13th this year and there is lots of opportunity to get involved Interested? Contact Daybreak Rotar y club at info@kamloopsribfest com

and get registered and be prepared to have fun!

If you belong to a nonprofit group or organization, there are wonderful opportunities to raise money for your group just by volunteering Groups receive $40 per three-hour shift to a total of $1,600 Think what a difference that money would make to your group!

Contact info@kamloopsribfest com for all the details and to register

And, then come down to the largest signature event in Kamloops and enjoy the nine Ribbers, ten other food venders, as well as over 20 Family Fun Zone booths and don’t forget that volunteers also get to take home a beautiful, bright, volunteer T-shirt to keep for a souvenir

Ryan Fisher will remain in hospital for some time after being seriously injured after trying to prevent his 15-year-old stepdaughter from falling into the Akolkolex Falls near Revelstoke on July 16. She died in the fall.

he finds himself most at home.”

The pair said Fisher raced to stop his stepdaughter from falling.

“Unfortunately, he was too late and they both toppled over the edge. As a result, Ryan ended up on the rocks 70 feet below and his stepdaughter didn’t survive.”

Fisher sustained numerous severe injuries to his head, pelvis, ribs, lungs, spleen and spine. After upcoming surgeries, Fisher will be in the hospital for some time.

“Even after he returns home, it will take a while for him to return to his work as a craftsman floor layer,” Leary and Pryce said.

“Daily living expenses will be challenging over the next six months without an income,

accompanied with the struggles that come with the grief of losing a child. We would like to ease Ryan’s financial strain as he heals from this tragedy. We are appealing to the community to help us give back to someone who gave more than his shirt trying to save his stepdaughter.”

Another fundraiser was set to be held this past Tuesday.

“A Ride To Support Ryan Fischer” was held in Pineview Valley, with all proceeds going to the online fundraiser.

REMEMBERING PAYTON

Meanwhile, a celebration of life for the victim of the fall, Payton Cameron-Brown, will be held on Saturday, July 29, at 2:30 p.m. in the Norkam Mechanical Group Lounge at Sandman Centre in downtown Kamloops. Payton’s obituary notice can be found in today’s edition of KTW and online at kamloops thisweek.com by clicking on the Obituaries tab and searching “Payton Shae Cameron-Brown.”

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Police say parental abduction pre-planned

AS POLICE SEEK JOSHUAH AND AURORA BOLTON, DEDICATED TIP LINE, EMAIL ADDRESS CREATED

Police say they have “credible information” that the parental abduction of Aurora and Joshuah Bolton was pre-planned and that the children’s mother, Verity Bolton, her boyfriend, Abraxas Glazov and her father, Robert Bolton, have moved off the grid with the children and are believed to be living in trailers somewhere in a rural area.

Since the investigation began, Surrey RCMP has received more 180 tips, but there has not been a confirmed sighting of Aurora or Joshuah since July 7, when they were at a gas station in Merritt.

On July 15, surveillance video captured Verity leaving the Real Canadian Superstore in Kamloops with a shopping cart filled with goods. She left in a pickup truck that was pulling a horse trailer.

Police say Glazov is a 53-year-old man from Nelson who has connections to the Deadman Valley and Vidette Lake area west

of Kamloops. Police say Glazov is an outdoorsman who enjoys fishing and he has a history of living off the grid for periods of time.

On April 3, 2016, Glazov, then living in Clinton, was reported missing, sparking a search for him that included scouring an area including Big Bar Ferry, Vidette Lake, Bonaparte and Cache Creek.

Ten days later, police said Glazov had been found, but offered no details on his disappearance.

Police say Robert Bolton is a 74-yearold man from the Chilliwack area who was picked up by Verity at his home on June 30.

Police say Robert has health concerns

and may appear confused and/or disoriented.

Family and friends have posted on social media, claiming Robert has dementia.

On July 18, an Amber Alert was issued in connection with a complaint that two children had not been returned to their father in Surrey by their mother following a vacation in Kelowna.

Aurora, 8, stands 3-foot-11, weighs 55 pounds and has brown, shoulder-length hair and brown eyes. Police say she has a chipped upper front tooth and freckles on her face. Joshuah, 10, stands 4-foot-10, weighs 70 pounds and has brown hair (a buzz cut that is growing out) and blue eyes.

Verity, 45, stands 5-foot-2, weighs 119 pounds and has brown hair and brown eyes.

Police said Verity had planned to take her kids camping in the Interior, but noted those camping reservations were never used.

When Verity did not return the children to their father in Surrey on the date she was

supposed to, July 17, an Amber Alert was issued the following day.

Police have created a tip line and dedicated email account to manage all tips related to the Amber Alert.

The tip line is 604-599-7676. The email address is  surreyamberalert@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

In addition to Kamloops RCMP, the Nelson Police Department has also been helping Surrey RCMP in following up on tips and sightings. Also assisting in the search are local search and rescue groups, the BC Conservation Officer Service and RCMP Air Services.

“We need the public to stay vigilant and call our tip line or email tips with any sightings,” Surrey RCMP Sgt. Tammy Lobb said.

“We know they have been using the same truck and they have been towing three different trailers and we need the public to keep this in mind.

“It’s also possible the children could be spotted with either Robert Bolton, Abraxas Glazov or their mother, Verity Bolton.”

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As of KTW deadline on Tuesday, July 25, the search for Joshuah and Aurora Bolton, their mother, Verity, and her boyfriend and father, continues. For updates on this story, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com

Clockwise from top left: Abraxas Glazov, boyfriend of Verity Bolton, Joshuah Bolton, Verity Bolton captured by security footage leaving the Real Canadian Superstore in Kamloops on July 15, Aurora Bolton and the fifth wheel the group is known to be hauling.

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Mayor says failed Games bid a sign Kamloops needs to get building

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NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS

Tkemlups te Secwépemc (TteS)

Lands, Leasing, & Tax Department

Telephone: 250 828 9784 | Email: taxation@ttes ca

2023 Property Tax Notices have been mailed

Due Date: August 2nd, 2023

Payment of property taxes must be received at the Tkemlúps te Secwépemc (TteS)

Accounts Receivable office before the close of business on August 3rd Hours of operation, Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 4:00pm The Finance Department will be open during lunch (12:00pm -1:00pm) during the tax season (July 2nd – August 2nd)

If you have not received your tax notice, contact the Lands, Leasing & Tax Department at 250-828-9784, and payment options for the Accounts Receivable Office at 250-828-9861

IMPORTANT: First Nation Home Owner Grant Taxpayers living on TteS reserve land must submit the Home Owner Grant to the TteS Finance Dept 2023 HOG ONLINE SUBMISSION ~ details on how to enter your HOG electronically enclosed with the tax notice

Please make cheques payable and submit to:

TKEMLÚPS TE SECWÉPEMC - Property Tax

Accounts Receivable - Admin Building

200-330 Chief Alex Thomas Way

Kamloops, BC V2H 1H1

Accounts Receivable Office: Tel: 250-828-9861

Email: revenue@ttes.ca

On the heels of Tk’emlúps/Kamloops losing a bid for the 2027 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) to Calgary, Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson said it is a sign the city needs to build.

On July 21 in Halifax — site of the 2023 Games — Calgary was awarded the 2027 Games.

The two communities were bidding to host the Games that are expected to attract over 6,000 athletes and attendees.

The NAIG are held every four years and showcase the skills of Indigenous athletes ages 13 to 19 competing in 16 sports, representing more than 750 nations across North America.

Hamer-Jackson and Tk’emlúps Kúkpi7 (Chief) Rosanne Casimir were in Halifax for the announcement, which came amid historic rainfall that created tens of millions of dollars in damage the area.

Environment Canada said three months’ worth of rain fell on the region in a matter of hours on July 21, leading to cancellation of the NAIG closing ceremony and resulting in at least four people disappearing in the flood waters.

“You know what, we gave it our best shot, didn’t we?” Hamer-Jackson told

Hamer-Jackson said that upon viewing some of the facilities in Halifax and, when taking stock of those Calgary has to offer, he feels there is a need to get new facilities built in Kamloops.

“I’m sure it was a very, very tough decision to make, but we were going up against a giant,” HamerJackson said, referencing the fact Calgary is Canada’s fourth most populace city.

The mayor noted the need to add facilities in Kamloops is something the city’s Build Kamloops initiative could address.

City council intends to develop the creation of new recreation and cultural facilities through its Build Kamloops strategy — a plan that is expected to send Kamloopsians to a referendum on a number of proposals, possibly as early as this fall.

The initiative would include borrowing for a suite of new facilities, including a performingarts centre, a new leisure pool on the North Shore, additional ice rinks and a large curling club facility to accommodate consolidation of both current curling clubs.

“For our size of community, we’re doing pretty good, but I don’t think we’ve built anything in years,” Hamer-Jackson said.

“When was the last time we built an ice rink, for instance? We need a lot more facilities and I think we’ve got to work on that stuff.”

Hamer-Jackson said Kamloops also needs more motels for tourists.

Casimir, while noting the disappointment in not being awarded the Games, offered congratulations to Calgary.

“We, at Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, look forward to cheering on our members and other athletes from B.C. as they compete in the wonderful city of Calgary,” Casimir said.

“I would also like to extend a huge Kukwstépkucw (on behalf of all of us, we thank you all) to all those that supported Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc in the development of the bid: City of Kamloops leadership and staff, Premier [David] Eby, [Tourism] Minister [Lana] Popham, staff from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, I-SPARC and the many, many local organizations that participated in our community and provided letters of support.

“A special thank you to the Kamloops Sports Council, Kamloops Airport, Pacific Sport, TRU, Tourism Kamloops and Niki Remesz. We had an awesome team working with us and we should all be proud of the teamwork and what we accomplished.”

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Dig it: Watch, and learn from, Bones of Crows

events.

In mid-June, I watched the movie Bones of Crows with a friend and colleague at our local Cineplex. It had a single showing earlier in the year at the Paramount, but to my disappointment, I couldn’t catch it at the time. It got a second run for approximately a week at the Cineplex and I made the time to watch.

For those not familiar, Bones of Crows tells a heartbreakingly familiar story about a multi-generational Cree family and the initial effects and subsequent fallout of residential school.

It focuses on matriarch Aline Spears as she moves through life, from being stolen from her family by police to attend residential school, into marriage and motherhood through the Second World War and, eventually, as an elder facing her abusers, representatives of the Catholic church, during a visit in Rome intended to facilitate reconciliation. It is based on true

The film has strong connections to Kamloops and the wider Secwepemc’ulecw (Shuswap territory). Much of the film was shot outside the city, with the familiar rolling grasslands representing southern Manitoba.

The conspicuous red brick building associated with the site of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School also features predominantly, in turn representing the Brandon Indian Residential School, which was open from 1895 to 1972 before being demolished in 2000.

In Bones of Crows, Tk’emlúps community member Tyler Peters plays young Adam and Aline is played by another Secwépemc actor, Grace Dove, from Tsq’escenemc (Canim Lake Band).

From 2003 to 2005, I attended university on the Tk’emlups reserve, at an institution that was a partnership between Simon Fraser University and the Secwépemc Cultural Education Society. Some of my classmates there had attended the Kamloops

Indian Residential School.

In subsequent years, I have met many more colleagues and friends that attended the same and

other residential schools.

Through conversations with these friends and colleagues, I consider myself relatively knowledgeable

about the general themes presented in the film and, while I wasn’t surprised by anything presented, I still left the movie theatre utterly heartbroken.

Creative filming leaves much to the viewers’ imagination, but the true events depicted in the film so clearly reveal the initial traumas inflicted by the residential school system and how those traumas shape the entire trajectory of survivors’ lives, long after “graduation day.”

There are scenes that draw comparisons to concentration camps in the Second World War and it reminded me of watching Schindler’s List in high school as part of my Grade 12 20th century European history class.

It was also a deeply upsetting film, but my teacher, wisely, understood that seeing the stories brought to life through film would have a larger impact on our young minds than just reading textbooks.

The same concept applies here and Bones of Crows could be considered required watching for more mature students who can understand the content presented. I am often

dismayed by how many people today still have no idea what the Kamloops Indian Residential School building was used for and what it once represented. Reports on the discovery of possible graves near the school site have brought much of this to light, but nonIndigenous Canadians still have much learning and, consequently, un-learning, to do.

Bones of Crows is, unfortunately, no longer showing in Kamloops theatres, but the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) is releasing a miniseries as an expansion of the feature film. It is the same story, same actors and same setting and I assume it will be equally as powerful.

Watch it. Bring tissues along with your open heart and open mind. And, if you are as moved as I was, consider donating to the Indian Residential School Survivor Society, online at irsss.ca.

Kim Christenson is a Kamloops-based archeologist. Interested in more? Go online to republicofarchaeology.ca.

KIM CHRISTENSON SPECIAL TO KTW

TOP PHOTO: Secwépemc actor Grace Dove plays Aline Spears. Kamloops Indian Residential School, circa 1930. Rubble from the Brandon Residential School, which was demolished in 2000.

Business Excellence Awards finalists revealed

WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE OCT. 26 GALA AT THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY

The Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce and MNP have unveiled the finalists for the 2023 Business Excellence Awards.

The finalists announcement, presented by The Prestige Hotel, was held at the Tk’emlúps Powwow Arbour on July 20.

The 2023 awards received 214 nominations from the public, 89 of which are unique businesses.

Thirty selection committee members chose finalists of each award category by scoring each nominee independently. The selection committee is made up of volunteers from the regional business community, representing past award winners, industry experts and award sponsors.

The committees will now interview each finalist to determine the winners, who will be announced at the Oct. 26 awards gala in the Grand Hall at Thompson Rivers University. Tickets are on sale now at kamloopschamber.ca.

THE FINALISTS:

• City of Kamloops Community Service Award:

— A Groess Underground

— Abbott Wealth Management/

Harbourfront Wealth Management

— Teck Highland Valley Copper

• Andre’s Electronic Experts Retailer of the Year:

— Crooked Crown Boutique

— High Country Stained Glass

— Fresh is Best Salsa Company

• Cutting Edge Consulting Service Provider 1-10 Staff Award:

— Bolton’s Landscape

Maintenance

— Friendly Composting

— Pepper: Your Badass

Business BFF Inc.

— Kamloops and District Society for People in Motion

• Kamloops This Week Service Provider 11+ Staff Award:

— Abbott Wealth Management

- Harbourfront Wealth Management

— Neighbourhood Veterinary Hospital

— NextGen Electrical

• Rocky Mountaineer

Environmental Leadership Award:

— The Arrow Group

— Forest Enhancement Society of BC

— Friendly Composting

• New Gold Excellence in Trades Award :

— A Groess Underground

— Maxwell Mechanical

— Tech Highland Valley Copper

• Open Door Group Inclusive Leadership Award:

— Haus of Misfit

— Kamloops Food Bank

— Teck Highland Valley Copper

• BCLC Innovation Award:

— Teck Highland Valley Copper

— Fresh is Best Salsa Company

— The Arrow Group

• Tk’emlúps te Secwe̓pemc

Indigenous Business Excellence

Award:

— Simpcw Resources LLP

— Sun Ridge Contracting

— Tk’emlúps Petro Canada

• Surerus Murphy Joint Venture

Not-For-Profit of the Year:

— Hopewell Clinic + Pregnancy

Centre

— Open Door Group

Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce president Tim Shoults presided over the 2023 Business Excellence Awards finalists announcement on July 20.

— Western Canada Theatre

• Community Futures

Thompson Country Emerging Business of the Year:

— Boom Business Solutions

— Love Naturally Botanicals

— Zaaz Eatery & Play

• Community Futures of Central Interior First Nations Employer of the Year:

— Grant Thornton LLP

— Open Door Group

— Teck Highland Valley Copper

• Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics Young Entrepreneur of the Year:

— Cassidy Watt, Cassidy Watt Artistry Collective

— Katie Forsyth, Friendly Composting

— Maggie Huston, Bookkeeping by Maggie

• Venture Kamloops Small Business of the Year:

— Abbott Wealth Management

- Harbourfront Wealth Management

— Cassidy Watt Artistry

Collective

— Central Interior Pumps Ltd.

— Pepper: Your Badass Business BFF Inc.

• Abbott Wealth Management/ Harbourfront Wealth Management

Business Person of the Year:

— Debora DeLyzer, People in Motion

— Janet Bolton, Bolton’s Landscape Maintenance

— Robby Jaroudi, Natural Smiles Denture Clinic

— Sheila Minten, Total Concept

Developments Ltd .

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS SPONSORS:

• Premier sponsor: MNP

• Business of the Year sponsor: FIT Financial

• Nominee Breakfast sponsor: CN Rail

• Finalists Announcement sponsor: The Prestige Hotel Kamloops

• Media sponsor: Castanet Kamloops

• Media sponsor: CFJC-Today, 98.3 CIFM, b100

• Gala sponsor: Delta Hotels Kamloops

• Gala sponsor: Kamloops KIA

• Gala sponsor: Kamloops Blazers

• Gala sponsor: Kruger Kamloops

• Gala sponsor: RBC

• Gala sponsor: McElhanney

“We commend all the nominees for their exceptional contributions to our local economy, job creation and community development,” said Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce executive director Acacia Pangilinan.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed selection committee for their meticulous review of the nominations. Congratulations to all the finalists on this well-deserved recognition.”

Added MNP partner Jessy Sra: “These awards recognize the ingenuity and excellence of businesses in Kamloops, as well as the entrepreneurs behind the scenes that make Kamloops a great place to work, play and do business. Congratulations, finalists.”

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Ribfest wants you to join its volunteer team

Farmers’ market celebrates 45th year

The Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market will celebrate its 45th anniversary this weekend.

In 1978, the first farmers’ market was held, with four farmers from within a 120-kilometre radius attending. In the 1980s, crafters were added, as was a second market day, on Wednesdays.

Over time, market organizers have hosted community groups (one that performed a memorable flash mob symphony) and several special events, including Seedy Saturday, a

pollinator festival and the Tomato Festival.

The Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market is also a founding member organization of both the Kamloops Food Policy Council and the BC Farmers’ Market Association.

After 45 years of operating, market organizers have reached an agreement to transfer decades of files to the Kamloops Museum and Archives (KMA) so they can be preserved.

“The KMA is very excited to be getting this extensive set of materials from the Kamloops Farmers’ Market,” museum archivist Jaimie Fedorak said. “With the growing interest in

local food security and Kamloops’ strong history of agriculture, we are sure current and future researchers will be excited to delve into this collection.”

The commmunity is invited to celebrate the market’s 45th anniversary on Saturday, July 29, downtown in the 200-block of St. Paul Street. Festivities will begin at 9:45 a.m. with remarks from local dignitaries, a selection of bakery treats from vendors and live music by the Serious Dogs.

The Saturday market runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free bike valet parking is available.

TERRY-LYNN STONE SPECIAL TO KTW

This summer may be your first or 12th visit to the Kamloops Daybreak Rotary Ribfest, presented by Functional Electric and Locates Unlimited.

Whether you are a first-time attendee or a veteran fan, you will notice almost immediately the brightly coloured T-shirts of the hundreds of volunteers who come out every single year to help make Ribfest a resounding success.

There is no doubt that without the nearly 300 volunteers every year, there would be no Ribfest in Kamloops.

Volunteers work in three-hour shifts in the area of their choice — including selling raffle tickets or corn, clearing tables, working the sustainability areas of the park and helping kids enjoy the Family Fun Zone.

There are perks with volunteering at Ribfest. Each volunteer who

works three shifts gets a ticket for a free corn on the cob at the end of their shift. And who can resist that buttery treat?

New to volunteers this year is a coupon from the Ribbers for $5 off for those who have worked two shifts. In addition, volunteers get an opportunity to enter the volunteer swag draw, which features more than $1,000 worth of donated items from Ribfest’s generous sponsors.

Ribfest is taking place at Riverside Park from Aug. 11 to Aug. 13 and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Interested? Contact Kamloops Daybreak Rotary by email at info@ kamloopsribfest.com to register. If you belong to a non-profit group or organization, there are opportunities to raise money for your group just by volunteering. Groups receive $40 per three-hour shift to a maximum of $1,600. Email info@ kamloopsribfest.com for all the details and to register.

convenient loc ations now open in Kamloops!

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CHROME ON THE GRASS

The annual Chrome on the Grass classic car show was held on Saturday, July 22, next to the Tk’emlúps Powwow Arbour. Included were this old Dodge pickup truck and 1962 Thunderbird.

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City filmmaker gets $20K Telus Storyhive grant

SEAN BRADY STAFF REPORTER sbrady@kamloopsthisweek.com

A Kamloops documentarian is looking to tackle the stigma around seeking help with mental health and substance use.

Sally Martin has received a $20,000 grant from the Telus Storyhive program to create a documentary film.

The film, Black Light Unveiled, Choose the Power Within You, is expected to be shot and edited over the next eight months.

Martin told KTW the film will feature a number of stories, including her own.

The 33-year-old moved to Kamloops and began working at The Mustard Seed, interacting with many among the city’s popula-

tion with mental-health and substance-use issues.

But Martin herself has a story to tell, arriving in Kamloops early in the pandemic, to what she called a “ghost city” in the midst of health restrictions.

Born and raised in Kenya, Martin moved to Canada in 2017, living and working in Edmonton before coming to Kamloops. Arriving as a newcomer in Kamloops with little support or community, Martin found trauma and mental-health issues building up and was nearly driven to suicide herself.

“It’s been a long journey for me to be here today. It’s definitely a privilege and something I’m grateful for,” she said, noting she wants the film to tell the story of how people can struggle

with seeking support, especially in the midst of addiction.

The film will also feature members of the Kamloops community, including those with expertise in mental health and those with previous struggles with substance use. Racism will be another aspect investigated in the film, which Martin said can impact people on a large scale.

“For me, growing up, I didn’t know about racism. I didn’t even know it could interfere with people’s abilities and perceptions and how much it is ingrained in Canada,” she said.

Once completed and released, the film will be distributed on Telus’ Optik TV service and other online channels.

New partnership for Riversong

Kamloops’ Riversong Guitars will soon have its instruments distributed across the United States thanks to a new partnership with Peavey Electronics.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

4120 Squilax-Anglemont Rd, Scotch Creek, BC V0E 1M5, Canada

Distances Prices

Short Course (2.6 km)

Swim from the beach out to Copper Island and return.

Adults: $65 | Youth: $40 Long Course (5 km) Swim from the beach out to and around Copper Island and return.

Limited Spots available What is included in registration? Lots of Swag! Silicone swim cap, swim souvenir, bag tag, and post-race food!

Note: Adult & Youth 13+ - It is NOT mandatory to bring a support paddler for the 2 6 km swim option However, a support paddler and a swim buddy (float) is highly recommended It is MANDATORY to have and supply your own support paddler; as well as a swim buddy (float) for the 5 km "around the island" swim Youth - Any youth 12 and under must be accompanied by a support paddler regardless of distance

The announcement was made at the 2023 National Association of Music Merchants and reported in trade magazine Musical Merchandise Review (MMR) in early July.

Riversong Guitars was founded by Mike Miltimore, who followed in the footsteps of his father, Lee, whose name still adorns Lee’s Music on Battle Street east of downtown.

Win

The store has been one of Peavey’s largest dealers in Canada for the past 30 years, according to MMR.

Miltimore’s Riversong Guitars has come to produce award-winning guitars that are sought after by musicians and guitar collectors.

One of its 2022 models, the Glennwood, is named after Glenwood Drive in Valleyview, where Miltimore once lived and worked in his garage.

The shop’s guitars have popped up all over the world, landing in the hands of big names like Jim Cuddy, Trace Adkins, Erich Church and even Paul McCartney.

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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO THIS WEEK? READ ON ...

BUSKER FESTIVAL IS HERE

The annual Kamloops International Buskers Festival returns this week.

It runs in Riverside Park from Thursday, July 27, through Sunday, July 30.

Professional street performers from the Kamloops region and from across Canada, the United States and Australia, will be featured.

This year’s event will feature six circle show performers, artisans, food vendors, face painting, henna, balloon twisting, musicians, a kids zone with acts like Chris the Clown and more.

The festival is family-oriented, free to attend and presented on outdoor stages. Don’t forget that performers welcome gratuities as tips are how they earn their living.

YOGA IN THE PARK

The Batchelor Heights Community Association is hosting free yoga sessions for all levels in Saddleback Park through September. Sessions are held at 6 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays in July

and August and on Thursdays in September.

Donations to the Kamloops Food Bank are accepted.

Saddleback Park is at Grasslands Boulevard and Stagecoach Drive.

THEATRE UNDER THE TREES

Project X Theatre Productions is back with Theatre Under the Trees, which runs through Saturday, July 29, in Prince Charles Park, downtown at Columbia Street and 11th Avenue.

This summer’s presentation includes The Hobbit and The Incredible Adventures of Mary Jane Mosquito, two new exciting shows for families in the cozy outdoor set-

ting in the popular park.

Tickets are available online up until one hour before showtime, after which they can be purchased in-person at the festival gates on site. For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets online, search for Theatre Under the Trees at eventbrite.ca or go to shorturl.at/wSX78.

SLIP INTO THE EFFIE

The Freudian Slips comedy improv group will be staging a show at The Effie Arts Collective on Saturday, July 29, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20, plus fees, online at eventbrite.com.

The Effie is in North Kamloops at 422 Tranquille Rd.

CALLING ALL LEGO FANS

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library is hosting Lego events at the two libraries in Kamloops this weekend.

Both the downtown library at Victoria Street and Fifth Avenue and the North Kamloops library at 693 Tranquille Rd. will have the Lego Challenge for children on Saturday, July 29, from 10 a.m. and noon.

Participants at both locations will be able to try out different Lego building challenges based on the library’s Summer Reading Club themes. Go online to tnrl.ca for more information.

DOWNTOWN MARKET

The Downtown Kamloops Merchants Market is taking place alongside the Kamloops International Buskers Festival, from Thursday, July 27, through Sunday, July 30.

The event will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, with a night market on Saturday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Included in the event will be trendy fashion boutiques, unique jewelry artisans, specialty food vendors and local craft breweries.

• Send Community events to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com.

The First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

With the soaring co st s of real e state , we often have client s financ iall y helping famil y members to get into their first home

The government has recognized the hardship s for first time home owners and introduced in the First Home Savings Account (FHS A) to help. This is a new re gistered account that allows eligible Canadian-re sident adult s to save up to $8,000 per year, to a li fetime max imum of $4 0,000, on a tax-free basis toward their first home L ike a Re gistered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), contribu tions are tax deduc tible Bu t , like a Tax-Free Savings Account ( TFS A), inve stment income and withdrawals are generall y tax-free Quali fied inve stment s include stock s , bonds , mu tual funds , and GICs This unique combination of tax bene fit s make s the FHS A a power ful tool

Who can open an FHSA?

The holder must be a Canadian re sident , age of majorit y and a first-time home buyer. While you cannot open an FHS A for your kids , you can gi ft them mone y to contribu te to a FHS A In this scenario, the adult child would get the tax deduc tion, not the parent

Par ticipation Room

FHS A Par tic ipation Room accumulate s at $8,000 per calendar year, be ginning the year the account is opened and the full $8,000 can be contribu ted right away. Tax- deduc tible

contribu tions and non-tax- deduc tible transfers from an RRSP both reduce the FHS A Par tic ipation Room Note that transfers from a RRIF are not permitted. Par tic ipation Room is also subjec t to a li fetime max imum of $4 0,000 Generall y, exce ss FHS A Contribu tions are subjec t to a punitive tax of 1% per month until correc ted Unused Par tic ipation Room is carried for ward to fu ture calendar years , subjec t to a max imum carr y for ward of $8,000 L astl y, unlike RRSPs , contribu tions to FHS A s within the first 60 calendar day s of a year cannot be claimed as a deduc tion on the prior year 's tax return

Qualifie d Withdrawals Conditions :

1 You must quali f y as a first-time home buyer or did not live in a quali f ying home as your princ ipal re sidence in the last 4 years

2 . You must have a written agreement to buy or build with completion date by Oc tober 1 of the year following the date of withdrawal.

3 You must occupy as your princ ipal re sidence within one year after buying or building it

Maximum Par ticipation Period

FHS A s should be clo sed by December 31st of the 15th anniversar y of the account opening, or the year the account holder turns age 7 1

FHSA & Home Buyer 's Plan (HBP)

The FHS A may seem like a duplication; howe ver, par tic ipation in one doe sn' t disquali f y someone from par tic ipating in the other. On a combined basis , a person who quali fie s for both could make $75,000 of tax- deduc tible savings toward a first home , and a couple could make $150,000 in combined savings . There are some ke y similaritie s and di fference s to understand :

• FHS A withdrawals can be tax-free and do not have to be repaid, HBP withdrawals would be tax able i f not repaid on time

• RRSP Deduc tion Room accumulate s based on your earned income FHS A Par tic ipation Room onl y be gins accumulating once the account is open

FHS A s have a max imum par tic ipation period of 15 years from the time the account is opened RRSP contribu tions can grow for more than 15-years , bu t once withdrawn under the HBP, must be repaid within 15 years

Be fore helping a child or grandchild, we feel there could be some planning oppor tunitie s with this new account . A s alway s , we encourage re viewing with a trusted inve stment profe ssional.

Until nex t time Invest Well L ive Well

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UPCOMING

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run For the Cure is back again and is ready to let people know of the ways to get involved. The will have information booths at various throughout the city this summer, leading up to the October 1 run.

The Society is setting up their blue and pink information booths to share registration information for the October run, offering trivia information on breast cancer facts and identifying where proceeds from the event will go within the community.

At the Kamloops Daybreak Rotary Ribfest on August 11 to 13, there will be an info booth in the Save-On-Foods Fun Zone in Riverside Park and at the Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market on Saturday, Sept. 2.

For more information, follow CIBC Run For the Cure social media pages for promo codes and to stay up-to-date. Also, go online and visit their FaceBook page, https://shorturl.at/ btwzL and Instagram page, https://shorturl. at/himAX.

Home Hardware donation worth $100K to TRU carpentry program

A donation worth $100,000 has been made by Kamloops Home Hardware to Thompson Rivers University’s carpentry program.

On Friday, July 21, a brand new 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cab Chassis 4500 — purchased with support from Zimmer Autosport Ltd. — rolled into TRU’s trades and technology compound, clad in TRU and Home Hardware branding and set to be outfitted with Milwaukee tools.

“I went to TRU myself and had an amazing experience here,” Home Hardware co-owner Ryan Kurzac said, adding he sees the donation as an investment in future trades workers — inquiries for which he gets regularly at Home Hardware.

“Not a day goes by where we don’t have a customer or another contractor come in asking for other contractors, framers, carpenters,” Kurzic said.

The new van and its array of tools will come in handy

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during the annual project undertaken by TRU trades students — the Training House, which becomes the annual Y Dream Home, which is constructed in conjunction with the Central Interior chapter of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association. TRU dean of trades Baldve Pooni said graduates from the past 33 years often look back fondly on the house they helped build.

Carpentry instructor Tim Kasten has been involved in the local construction industry for many years and he says he

is encouraged by the amount of support trades programs receive locally.

“The Kurzac family and Home Hardware have been an important part of the home building industry here in Kamloops for many years and this generous donation speaks to their commitment to skilled trades training here in our region,” he said.

“Knowing that we have up-to-date tools and equipment makes it possible to give our students the best training available in B.C.”

Kamloops Home Hardware Building Centre co-owners Ryan (far right) and Rick Kurzac (second from right) gather with residential carpentry students, staff and faculty from Thompson Rivers University to celebrate the business’s $100,000 donation toward a new Mercedes Sprinter van for the program.

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Cruising into the next decade of our life

It is not every day you turn seventy years old.

Some of us cringe at the thought of advancing another decade, yet I welcome this milestone with glee.

The sixties have been a toughie — losing a parent, dealing with anxiety, fighting cancer and, of course, going through crazy Covid. Though the challenges had seemed daunting, each provided opportunities for growth and discovery. I am now feeling grateful to have survived and to be moving into this new age.

“Let’s celebrate with a few friends by going on a Mediterranean cruise,” my husband, Brent, suggests. “It’s time for some fun.”

We invite out good friends the Fishers and the Goodes to join us, and so we decided to go with Oceania — an upscale cruise line touted for its excellence in food, amenities and service.

The booking process over the six-month period, prior to boarding, has its share of frustrations and we questioned whether we had made the right choice on a number of occasions. But soon after stepping onboard the Riviera, we found that the company lived up to its acclaimed standards.

Stunning artwork flows throughout our classy vessel, and a number of venues provide enrichment and entertainment during our travels. Some are drawn to the culinary centre where they learn to create yummy delights, while others are lured to the adjacent artist loft to dabble in watercolours.

We can dance to the oldies in Horizons, enjoy piano tunes in Martinis, get insider’s knowledge from guest-speaking historians, enjoy sinful desserts at afternoon tea time and head nightly to the Riviera Lounge, where dancers, comedians and other performing artists put on a show.

Daily activities range in everything from Mahjong and Bridge to Bingo and trivia.

The Aquamar Spa is a nurturing haven where, in peace, we get pampered and rejuvenate in the steam rooms, sauna and oversized hot tub. Shimmering pool, ping pong, bocce, putting green —there is never a shortage of action.

“They even have pickleball,” my husband points out, soon after we embark. Being an avid player, I had wondered if he would go into withdrawal during this 11-day cruise.

Not a chance.

Before long, he has scheduled games with our

friends and is in his happy place.

Cuisine is a big part of cruising and as well as 24-hour stateroom sustenance, we joinour friends to fuel up at the many culinary options. Our morning lattes at Baristas are followed by breakfast

spreads at Terrace Grill.

All-American classics at Waves keep us satiated when enjoying pool time and the signature delights in the Grand dining room cater to every gastronomic desire.

As well as this main eatery, there are four specialty restaurants that

are included in our cruise package.

Jacques, modeled after a Parisian bistro, features classic French cuisine; Toscana dishes up tasty Italian; Polo Grill lures the meat lovers; and our favourite, Red Ginger, offers a tantalizing line-up of Asian-fusion.

We order two appetizer platters for the six of us — skewers, sushi and tempura.

Spicy roast duck and watermelon salad is my next palate pleaser, a unique combo that is perfectly paired.

By the time I finish my red curry chicken, I’m done. But can I pass up on the chocolate crème brûlée for dessert?

Not a chance.

During our 11-day cruise we pull into eight intriguing ports.

In Kavala, Greece, we hike up cobblestone streets to a Byzantine fortress, the city’s pivotal point that offers an incredible panorama.

Next, is Istanbul where we explore the iconic spice market, Grand bazaar and Blue mosque — a place of prayer that was built from 1609-1666.

From Turkey, we head back to Greece and the pretty postcard setting of Mykonos, where we plod the maze of pedestrian pathways.

On this trip it becomes clar that the weather is out

of our control.

“Unfortunately, a strong storm system is moving through Italy,” the captain announces soon after we depart Greece.

Clearly, the weather gods are tuned in, for ominous clouds move in soon afterwards and the pelting rains begin.

High rollers take on an entirely new meaning, even for the casino-lovers onboard. The previously glassy ocean becomes a coaster of three-metre high swells. We soon discover that every cloud has a silver lining.

The quiet, tourist-free shops of Salerno offer great prices. People are friendly and the vibe is relaxed. In spite of a few raindrops, it doesn’t seem to dampen our spirits.

During our final four cruise days we explore the port of Civitavecchia, Cinque Terra’s quaint townships, the chichi boulevards in Monte Carlo and old town Toulon.

Although our rain slickers were put to good use, it has been a very full and amazing trip — a perfect way to celebrate life, as we cruise into our next decade.

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A group of friends pose for a photograph before heading out on a Medierrranean cruise together.

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From story subject to sales department at KTW

KTW sales representative Rylan

revisits the Nov. 22, 1995,

It was in November 1995 that Kamloops This Week reported on a missing four-year-old boy who was eventually found safe the woods after his eight-hour “hike” covering 15 kilometres in the bush at Roche Lake, south of the city.

That same boy, Rylan Willoughby, has now found himself working as a sales associate at the very newspaper that covered his story 28 years earlier.

It was reported the youngster wandered away from his rural home, having headed out with his malamute dog, Harley, to go “coyote hunting.“

The disoriented boy found himself walking along a power line route, unaware he was headed the wrong way, toward Kamloops.

As the hours passed, the search swelled to about 100 people, includ-

ing Mounties, Kamloops Search and Rescue, Kamloops Fire Rescue, Kamloops Conservation officers, Merritt Search and Rescue and BC Ambulance Service.

Even area residents who heard radio reports of the boy’s disappear-

ance turned out to help.

To add to the anxiety, a bear was seen roaming in the area, which brought conservation officers out with two cougar hounds to ward off any incidents with the bruin.

Willoughby said he recalls seeing

story detailing a search for him when, as a four-year-old, he got lost in the woods near Roche Lake. The headline reads, ‘Boy found in woods after search.’

a search helicopter fly overhead during the eight-hour long search effort.

“I remember I licked one of those salt licks, for cows — I don’t know why I did it. Another time, we came to a lake and he [Harley] wanted to get at the water, but it was frozen, so I leaned in and I broke the ice for him and he drank the water,” he said.

Willoughby said he recalls lying on a log at one point, thinking to himself, “I don’t know what’s gonna happen.”

Looking back on the moment, Willoughby said his time being lost “seemed so much longer, being a kid and being so small.”

Willoughby said his dog was the

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real hero of the story.

“He stuck with me the whole time,” he said.

Eight hours later at 9:30 p.m., a cold and hungry Rylan and Harley were found by an RCMP dog handler.

Speaking to reporters at the time, the youngster said he was trying to find his way back home to the Roche Lake Resort, which his family owned at the time.

Willoughby lived at the resort until the lodge was sold, when he was 19.

Now a longtime Kamloops resident, Willoughby said he has many other fond memories of his years growing up at Roche Lake. They include catching the bus to go to school, playing hockey outside the lodge and fly fishing his favourite spots on the lake.

“You don’t always appreciate it when you’re a kid, but now looking back, I wish I could have stayed there forever,” Willoughby said.

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PARKWAY

Kamloops’ iconic downtown arena known by many names

It has hosted a Memorial Cup tournament, numerous concerts, many local, provincial, national and world sports championships, trade shows and religious conventions.

And, in the summers of 2003 and 2017, it was home for thousands of people who fled wildfires throughout the B.C. Interior.

Today, we call the iconic arena downtown Sandman Centre. Before that, it was known as Interior Savings Centre and Sport Mart Place. But some longtime

Kamloopsians may still refer it by its original monicker — Riverside Coliseum.

The 5,400-seat home of the Kamloops Blazers was a much-talked about dream in the early and mid-1980s. The idea became a reality in 1988, when voters took part in a referendum that approved the project. That was followed by a dedicated group of residents forming a fundraising committee to help the cause.

In September 1990, the city finally broke ground on the arena. Riverside opened in August 1992, carrying a construction price tag of about $23 million.

It has aged extremely well, thanks to constant care by city staff and due to regular upgrades, some of which are now underway. These include board, glass and lighting upgrades, along with a Blazer-funded private balcony section, due for completion in time for the start of the 20182019 WHL season.

The venerable building played host for the 2023 Memorial Cup after the Kamloops Blazers captured their fourth consecutive B.C. Division title this year en rout to finishing second overall in the WHL’s Western Conference and third overall in the league.

We would like to thank all our family & friends who helped us celebrate this milestone

The COVID-19 pandemic saw many empty streets across the city during mandated lockdown restrictions from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry.

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Thompson Rivers University opens

KAMLOOPS

Cariboo College opened with little more than 550 students in 1970.

Fifty years later, the modest campus has grown into a fledgling university with more than 25,000 students. The university status came in 2005, along with a $20-million capital expansion investment.

Programming has expanded significantly over the years, as well. In September 2011, the school accepted its first cohort of law

students as part of the country’s newest law school. The nursing program is often waitlisted and the province has given a green light to a new engineering program.

The university has become central to the fabric of Kamloops, not only in the students who continue to work within the community, but also the amount of people it employs and development it has attracted.

One only needs to look at McGill Road to see the impacts of the university on the area.

Kenna Cartwright elected Kamloops’ first female mayor

Kenna Cartwright became the River City’s first and only female mayor in November 1990.

Records from the Kamloops Museum and Archives detail her road

to the mayor’s chair. She first served as a school trustee for three years in the late 1970s before she became a city councillor for five years in the early 1980s.

Her first crack at the mayor’s race was in 1988,

when she lost to Phil Gaglardi. She ran again two years later and won, securing her place in the city’s history before dying of cancer in 1991.

The popular Aberdeen/ Dufferin park is named in her honour.

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PERFECT SEASON

The Kamloops Venom won 19 consecutive games en route to the Thompson-Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League championship. Kamloops capped the perfect season — its first in franchise history — with a 15-3 win over the Vernon Tigers on Saturday at Memorial Arena. Read more about the Venom on A30.

Barbie Girl, Barbarian carrying Kamloops torch

Nothing screams heavyweight jiujitsu menace like dance-pop tune

Barbie Girl

Zack Currie

— the 6-foot-2, 225-pound grappler from Kamloops — plans to make his ring entrance to the Aqua hit at Mamba Fight League 12 Contenders on Friday, July 28, at the Tournament Capital Centre.

“My coach took a picture,” said Currie, who was asked to explain the song choice. “I didn’t give my game face or a stare down. I was just kind of smirking. The running joke is I’m going to kill them with kindness, so they think I’m a happy, gentle giant, but then you

get in the ring with me and things change.”

Novice and advanced kickboxing, amateur and advanced MMA and jiu-jitsu action will be featured at the fully sanctioned B.C. Athletic Commission fight night.

Derek Apps rounds out the

Kamloops contingent on the card, a 220-pound grappling heavyweight whose entrance music (Ironside by Peyton Parrish) fits well with his ring moniker — the Barbarian.

“It’s real Viking — heavy,” said Apps, noting he can be found on

Instagram (@thy_gatekeeper). “It will be nice to expose Kamloops to a little more of the grappling side of things. I don’t think it gets as much exposure as it should. A lot of people think it’s a lot more violent than it really is. It’s more of a human chess match. Some people think of it as forced yoga or folding laundry with people in it. It’s a lot more technical than people think.”

Fists will fly at the event, for those with interest in striking bouts, but Apps and Currie — both of whom train at Valley JiuJitsu — will be competing under Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt rules, a less violent brand of combat.

The submission-only matches are scheduled for a maximum of 10 minutes.

“At my age and in my stage of my career, with a family, I’m

opting not to do striking, simply because of the potential of getting hit in the head repeatedly,” Currie said. “I work with my brain, being in IT. You’ve got to be in the right place in your life and have the right mindset to be training for MMA and doing striking. The worst-case scenario is you get a bone broken or you get choked out, but you’re not likely to get long-term brain damage or any sort of long-term injury.”

Apps, 33, began his MMA career in 2012 and took part in striking bouts — he fought at United Combat League 20 Ascension at the TCC in 2014, the last time an MMA fight card was held in Kamloops — but made the switch to grappling a few years ago.

RiverDogs hosting provincials

MARTY HASTINGS STAFF REPORTER

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Eight teams will compete for provincial baseball supremacy next week in the Tournament Capital.

The Kamloops RiverDogs will host the 15-and-under AAA B.C. Baseball Championship, which is slated to run from July 27 to July 30 on McArthur Island.

“It’s a big deal,” tournament media representative Cher Sanderson said. “We just want people to come out and cheer them on. There will be lots of great baseball to watch.”

The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. on July 27 on the Bantam 2 Field.

Kamloops posted a 26-18 (52 points) record to place sixth in league standings. The RiverDogs did not need the host berth to qualify for provincials, as the top six teams earned berths to the tournament.

“They’ve worked hard,”

Sanderson said. “They’re meshing as a team and they’ve had a lot of fun.”

Cloverdale (35-9, 70 points), North Shore (33-11, 66 points), Kelowna (31-13, 62 points), Chilliwack (29-15, 58 points),

Ridge Meadows (29-15, 58 points), Cowichan Valley (2324, 46 points) and Tri-City (21-26, 42 points) round out the tournament field.

Kamloops is slated to play three Pool B round-robin games

Paws at home

With 12 games remaining on their West Coast League baseball regular season schedule, the Kamloops NorthPaws are playing for pride.

Kamloops (9-32) played host to the Bellingham Bells (26-15) this past weekend on Dearborn Ford Field at Norbrock Stadium, falling 3-0 on Friday and 11-9 on Saturday.

“We were right there to win both of those games,” NorthPaws’ head coach Keith Francis said in a club press release.

“We can’t get over the top for some reason. One night, we hit the ball. All of the five hits were with two outs. No one was on base. We couldn’t get a hit. Saturday, we scored well but, unfortunately, our pitching fell apart.”

Game 3 of the weekend series was scheduled for Sunday, but was cancelled due to poor air quality, with smoke from wildfires burning in the Interior rolling in to pre-empt the contest.

— versus Cowichan Valley, 12:15 p.m., July 28, Bantam 2; Kelowna, 6:15 p.m., July 28, Bantam 2; and North Shore, 12:15 p.m., July 29, Bantam 1. The title tilt is slated for 1 p.m. on July 30 on Bantam 2.

The last-place Paws were slated to host the Victoria Harbourcats (29-13) on Tuesday, July 25, after KTW’s press deadline.

Games 2 and 3 of the three-game set will take place on Wednesday and Thursday at Norbrock, with first pitch slated for 6:35 p.m. both nights. The Paws will honour their billet host families on Wednesday.

W ith ever y play, you’re making BC even bet ter.

Last year, the Cit y of Kamloops used its por tion of provincial gambling revenue for hosting Cascades Casino and Chances Kamloops to help improve communit y facilities like the Hillside Stadium running track

The 15-and-under Kamloops RiverDogs include coach Hayden Dolley, Sterling Francois, Ridge Raymer, Jacob Petrie, Caleb Gubbels, Ibrahim Diaou, Sawyer Corsi, Tristian Lindaas, Brady Scott and coach David Browning. In the front row, from left, are Nash Szasz, Kaylen Tozer, Asher Warr, Layton Jackson, Phoenix Portras and Zak Sanderson.

Kamloops club team wins

U.S. hoops tournament

Northern Bounce head coach Sean Garvey said.

Northern Bounce dunked on the competition at the Grassroots 365 Summer Hustle basketball tournament, which took place earlier this month in Anaheim, Calif.

The club team that featured seven Kamloopsians — Cale Hanaghan, Taran Ghag and Ashten Khela of NorKam secondary, Tarun Saroya of Valleyview secondary, Larry Shyakagisa and Josh Onyango of South Kamloops secondary and Jovan Johannson of Westsyde secondary — posted a 5-0 record to claim gold in the under-16 junior varsity division.

“To be honest, no, I would not expect it,”

“We don’t go down to the United States and play in a top-level tournament expecting to win.”

Northern Bounce earned a 42-38 victory over Dynamite Basketball Black of Vancouver in the gold medal game.

The Kamloops club posted four victories to reach the title tilt — 58-25 over JSK of South Orange County, Calif., 39-13 over Cal Storm Nike San Diego, 66-32 over Dynamite Basketball Red of Vancouver and 51-40 over the OC Hot Shots of Villa Park, Calif.

“Every once in a while, you just get age groups that are exceptional,” Garvey said. “The one I

compare this to, although I would say not as good, is when Kelly Olynyk came through. Everybody remembers Kelly, but there was like six or seven kids in that age group that were university basketball players. This group reminds me of that.”

The team caught the eye of Kevin Graham, NBA player development coach and CEO of Prime Impact Basketball. He invited Northern Bounce to a private workout session in his gym.

“It was pretty cool for the kids,” Garvey said. “They worked so frickin’ hard. It was an amazing capper to the club season.

“It’s one of the best age groups I’ve seen in our city in 20 years.”

MARTY HASTINGS STAFF REPORTER sports@kamloopsthisweek.com

Venom run table, win seventh league title

Snakes achieved perfection on July 22 at Memorial Arena.

The Kamloops Venom vanquished the Vernon Tigers

15-3 in Game 3 of the Thompson-Okanagan

Junior Lacrosse League final to sweep the best-of-five series and advance to the provincial championship.

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Programs

Painting, Singing, Acting, Dancing

This camp program is a great opportunity for children who are interested in trying out new areas of the arts or that already loves multiple disciplines

Kamloops Performance Company

Mon - Thurs Aug 14 - Aug 17

9:30 am to 11:30 am

Ages 4 - 6 4/$100

Ages 7 - 10 4/$140

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Music at the Museum

Ages 5 and under $5

Join the KMA for a special summer edition of Music at the Museum! This program will introduce your little one to the Kamloops Museum through songs, stories, and music Weather dependent, this program may be offered outside, so please dress for the weather!

Kamloops Museum and Archives

Tue Aug 1 9:45 am to 10:30 am

Walking Tour: West End Homes $5

Join the KMA for our summer walking tour featuring West End homes Tour will meet at the Kamloops Museum and Archives, and tour through the West End neighbourhood Please dress for the weather, and bring a water bottle

Kamloops Museum and Archives

Sat Aug 26 9:00 am to 10:00 am

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Accepting applications until Friday, August 18, 2023

Tallying points for the Venom were Seamus Bankier (3G, 1A), Dane Kinney (2G, 1A), Landon Lockwood (2G, 1A), Thorden Groeneveld (2G), Austin Krug (1G, 4A), Connor Barrett (1G, 3A), Owen Barrow (1G, 1A), Trey Dergousoff (1G, 1A), Yoshi Matthew (1G), Nate Van Unen (1G), Miller Renaud (2A), Ty Richardson (1A), Nolan Virgo (1A), Ryan Watson (1A), Cailen Hamilton (1A) and RJ Gerow (1A).

Venom starting goal-

tender Gerow played until 7:24 of the third period, when backup Cylas Morgan took over between the pipes. Morgan gave the crease back to Gerow with one minute to play in the period.

Kamloops locked up its seventh league title

since club inception in 2008 and nailed down its first perfect season in franchise history, posting a 14-0 regular-season mark before sweeping the Kelowna Kodiaks in two games in Round 1 and breaking out the brooms in three games in the final.

The two-time provincial champion Venom won the TOJLL title last year and fell short against the Coquitlam Adanacs in the Tier 1

Junior B B.C. Lacrosse Championship.

Coquitlam swept the two-game aggregate series in Kamloops, win-

WINNING LOTTO NUMBERS

ning 11-5 in Game 1 and 17-6 in Game 2.

This year, the provincial championship will again feature the TOJLL champion and the winner of the B.C. Junior Tier 1 Lacrosse League.

The tier 1 winner will host provincials.

Coquitlam and the Victoria Shamrocks are tied 1-1 in the best-offive Tier 1 league final, with Game 3 scheduled for Saturday, July 29, on the Lower Mainland.

Kamloops is vying to reach the national junior B championship, the Founders Cup, which will this year be hosted by the Port Coquitlam Saints from Aug. 14 to Aug. 20.

The Venom earned bronze at the 2010 Founders Cup and posted an 0-4 mark at the 2012 national championship.

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Thorden Groeneveld catches air after scoring for the Kamloops Venom in a championship-clinching 15-3 victory over the Vernon Tigers on July 22 at Memorial Arena. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW

Storm join junior A ranks

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BC Hockey has announced significant changes to the junior hockey landscape in the province and Yukon.

Three junior B leagues — the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL), Pacific Junior Hockey League (PJHL) and Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL) — have been reclassified as junior A tier 2 leagues.

The Kamloops Storm play in the KIJHL.

“We already have an outstanding group of 20 member clubs that operate at a high level on and off the ice,” KIJHL commissioner Jeff Dubois said in a league press release. “Operating under the junior A tier 2 designation with the opportunity to pursue Tier 1 membership in the future will help ensure that our league becomes even more of a destination for players who want to pursue their goals as studentathletes.”

The junior A B.C. Hockey League on announced on May 1 it is breaking away from Hockey Canada and on June 1 began operating outside of the sport’s national governing body.

That seismic shift precipitated the changes.

The new junior A leagues will in 20232024 take their place in Hockey Canada’s Canadian development model in partnership with the Western Hockey League and Canadian Junior Hockey League.

Over the next three seasons, an independent advisory board will

evaluate junior A tier 2 teams to determine which teams will be elevated to the junior A tier 1 level.

Storm general manager Matt Kolle told KTW he believes the tier 1 circuit will be formed in time for the 2024-2025 campaign.

“I think we more than meet pretty much any requirement they’re going to put in front of us, whether it be with our health and safety, our education, our facilities or our level of coaching,” Kolle said.

“In the last two seasons, we’ve carried 97 per cent B.C. players. In

my mind, we’re meeting the criteria by a landslide.”

The goal for teams that achieve Tier 1 designation is to seek membership with the CJHL, status that would grant access to the Centennial Cup, the junior A national championship and eligibility for players and bench staff for the World Junior A Challenge, a Hockey Canada and CJHL event, according to a BC Hockey press release.

“Having these teams dedicate themselves to raised standards‚ first to junior A tier 2 and, eventually, junior A tier 1, for some, will provide more of our talented players with a better player experience at the highest level in our province,” Stephanie White, chair of the board of directors for BC Hockey, said in the release.

All reclassified teams will continue to participate in their leagues — the KIJHL, PJHL and VIJHL — during the evaluation period.

“During this process, we looked at the

number of players who have left B.C. over the past number of years to play junior A hockey elsewhere in Canada and the United States,” Dubois said. “Our goal is to provide the type of athlete experience that incentivizes those athletes to grow and develop their game without having to look outside their home province.”

The KIJHL has committed to a threeyear plan designed to increase B.C. and Yukon player representation from 44 per cent in the 2022-2023 season to 52 per cent by 2025-2026.

“It’s a void that needed to be filled and I’m excited we get the opportunity to fill it,” Kolle said.

“We want to embrace it. We want to run with it and make hockey a better place in Kamloops, whether it be for the players or the fans. We’re now junior A. When we see what these new enhanced standards required for tier 1 are, we then need to start working toward those.”

Mamba on home turf for Apps, Currie

than two years of experience in jiu-jitsu?

Tsunami make splash

The Kamloops Tsunami placed fourth overall and third in men’s standings at the Kelowna Invitational Swim Meet, which was held this past weekend in the Little Apple.

Kamloops swimmers raced to 70 top-five finishes, with 16 Tsunami members among the more than 230 athletes in attendance.

Hannah Frier won gold in the girls’ open division, Jack Savage finished atop the podium in the boys’ open Category 8 division and Jared Roberts claimed bronze in boys’ Division 5 action.

Dominik Comparelli and Trevor Hopp each recorded six personal best times, Jared Roberts and Alexander Tiel had five personal best times apiece and Diya Chabra, Kayleigh Roberts and Jasper Swyers each posted three personal best times.

Sylvester Comparelli, Elsa Kornelson, Matthew Kornelson, Alicia Lopez and Jane Walby tallied two personal best times each and Hannah Frier, Myles Prochotsky, Thea Prochotsky and Jack Savage each recorded one personal best time.

Next up for the Tsunami are the Okanagan Summer Swimming Championships, which will take place on Aug. 5 and Aug. 6 in Kamloops.

Kroeker on podium

Danny Kroeker toiled for the under-17 Kamloops Blaze team that claimed gold at the Boys B Provincial Cup soccer tournament earlier this month in Langley.

Kroeker’s name was accidentally omitted from an email sent last week to KTW and was not included in the roster list published on these pages on July 19.

“I didn’t see myself going anywhere with MMA and I have more fun grappling than I do getting punched in the face,” said Apps, who played junior football for the Kamloops Broncos. “It seemed like the logical choice.”

Currie, who turns 34 in August and has never been part of an MMA fight card, will enter the ring with Michael Evans, a 22-year-old, 6-foot-1, 225-pound grappler from Coquitlam.

“He’s probably going to be a force to be reckoned with,” said Currie, noting his younger opponent has high school wrestling experience. “I don’t know that he knows much about me and my old-guy, dad strength, so I’m hoping to take him by surprise.”

Currie is leaving his ring moniker up to Valley Jiu-Jitsu training partner Jason Foui, the 98.3 CIFM radio host who will handle announcing duties at Contenders.

“I’m keeping myself adaptable and ready for surprises,” Currie said with a

laugh. “It’s in a stadium kind of atmosphere, where you have bleachers, probably lights and ring girls. It’s a totally different type of pressure, the pressure of having people there watching you. You don’t want to disappoint them.”

Is he ready for the big stage, with less

“I was born ready, my friend,” Currie said. “I think I’ve excelled quite a bit with the training. I got my blue belt in 10 months. It takes a lot of people a couple of years to get that.”

Apps will square off against Chris Tremayne of Surrey.

“Obviously, it’s home field advantage,” Apps said. “There are going to be a lot of people there that I know. There is always the pressure of performing for that. You never want to lose with a bunch of your friends watching, but anything can happen, right? It’s a bit of a pro and a con at the same time.”

Action is slated to get underway at 7 p.m. on Friday, with 14 tilts on the subject-to-change card, including one female clash featuring Nicolette Ling of Vancouver and Lizzette Miller of Kelowna.

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“It’s quite unique,” Currie said. “It’s not something Kamloops gets all the time, so I hope we get a good turnout.”

The Blaze edged Bays United FC of Victoria 2-1 in the B.C. title tilt. Mutsa Kanyangu and James Upshaw scored for Kamloops.

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DEREK APPS

Faith: Trying to master the ‘social’ part of media

negative effects of social media. There are correlations with its use/misuse/ overuse and depression and anxiety.

How do you use social media?

Some maintain streaks with friends on Snapchat. Some coordinate sports teams with WhatsApp. Some learn dance moves from TikTok. Some publish their photography on Instagram, make comments on Twitter or celebrate milestones on LinkedIn.

I’m enough of a dinosaur to have been in university when Facebook was first making its rounds across campuses. Facebook was initially a way for me to reconnect with my past — childhood friends and people I had met at college or on overseas adventures.

Fast forward many years later and Facebook has become, for me, about buying and selling used goods on Marketplace or being entertained by random feeds (I love watching rusted tools being refinished and wood bowls being turned).

A lot has been written about the

How you are using it or being used by it seems to be key. Many people use social media for self-promotion. While there are some who limit themselves to sharing newsworthy stories, humorous observations or photos of cute kittens, many use it to broadcast successes and accomplishments.

Having these triumphs noticed or ‘“liked” briefly boosts our personal sense of self-worth. My daughter’s soccer team recently performed very well at a tournament. I was proud of her accomplishment and posted some photos. The people who would have most delighted in her achievements are a small circle of family members I could simply email or text. Yet I felt compelled to post the story online, sharing it with friends, acquaintances and strangers alike. I knew the post would reap many comments and “likes.” That is exactly what happened. But even as I checked my own post, I noticed similar posts from others whose children competed in the same tournament.

Their posts were also getting many

“likes,” some more than mine.

In the end, sharing my daughter’s success made me feel smaller. I would have been better to have posted nothing at all.

Anecdotally, my story only proves what people have been saying about the use social media, that there are correlations with its use and declining mental health. Maybe we shouldn’t be surprised. As the Danish philosopher/theologian Kierkegaard noted long ago, comparison is the root of anxiety: “The more he compares himself, the more indolent and miserable the life of a person becomes

… whoever compares himself must admit to himself that he is behind many others.”

To preserve my sanity, I have begun unfollowing people whose feed is overflowing with wellburnished images. Some people go further and periodically pause their use of social media. I have read many signoffs from people who are taking a break. Others, maybe the wisest among us, have been steadfast in refusing to join in at all.

I sometimes wonder if going offline would be the better path. In the end, I have always decided against it. Because of my work in the community, I feel I need to keep various lines of communication open. To keep these lines open and stay healthy, I will need to better discern and master my own use of social media.

More recently, however, I’ve been thinking not just about avoiding the personal pitfalls of using social media, but how it might be a tool for promoting the well-being of everyone.

Could social media become an instrument for something more than bringing attention to ourselves?

Of course.

Instead of posting yet another vacation photo that shows everyone

I’m enjoying the good life, I could post a picture of a sports team bagging groceries, a crew picking up garbage or a server handing me a latte with the little heart etched in foam (all with permission, of course). I could post a photo of soccer game at the park or my neighbor installing his own irrigation system or flowers springing up in my yard.

I’m not talking about virtue signaling, but about promoting everyday goodness that can be seen in the world.

What did Jesus say so long ago?

“You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colours in the world.” (Matthew 5:14 MSG).

My guess is that such posts will boost the esteem of those who have been captured. My guess is that such posts will encourage those who witness them online. My hope is this turn outward will uplift my own mood as well.

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Kamloops Society for Alcohol and Drug Services has changed its name to Day One Society

“People don’t want to break the trust and they don’t want to hurt their families, co-workers, or anyone,” said Tori “But, addiction becomes that actual physical need inside a person’s body, and they just can’t turn it off without help ”

Day One Society helps those struggling with addiction on their journey to wellness and recovery

“It’s helping them believe. Making them feel strong and that they can get through the first day.”

Tori Barr Support Worker Day One Society

Steve Filyk is minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, which is located in Sagebrush, at 1136 Sixth Ave.

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NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD

ACROSS

1. Not fine

7. Expedition

12. Savory jelly

17. Tacks on

19. Mollycoddle

20. Sight on an English farm

21. Slacker role for Jeff Bridges in ‘‘The Big Lebowski’’

22. Superenthusiastic

23. Spelman College graduate, e.g.

24. ‘‘____ is an emotion in motion’’: Mae West

25. See 30-Across

27. Morning weather phenomenon

29. See 33-Across

30. With 25-Across, get as much approval from an audience as possible

32. Dalmatians, e.g.

33. With 29-Across, like a deer in headlights

35. N Y C.’s first subway line

36. Singer Mann

38. Michelangelo masterpiece

40. Sunset Boulevard sight

42. Utah mountain range

45. What people tend to do when a rush-hour subway train arrives

47. See 50-Across

48. See 53-Across

50. With 47-Across, not change anyone’s mind, say

52. Forest of Fangorn resident, in fiction

53. With 48-Across, stops wasting time 57. Dawn 59. Eternally damned 61. Promptness 63. Default consequence

Have an influence (on)

port

77. Yeats’s ‘‘The Lake of Innisfree’’ 78. Bad place for a fly, in a saying

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DOWN

1. Person who’s being used

2. Sister of Laertes

3. They’re scored from 1 to 5

4. What’s found at one end of a rainbow

5. Comfy-cozy

6. Sources of Norse mythology

7. More throaty

8. Pale

9. Ukr., e.g., once

10. Spanish ‘‘I love you’’

11. Kind of cuisine that’s often eaten with one’s hands

12. Tied, in scores

13. vide (culinary technique)

14. Do some heavy lifting

15. ‘‘Don’t pay attention to that’’

16. Idle gossip

18. Convince

19. Cracks

20. Actor Dev of ‘‘Lion’’

26. Lick (up)

28. Stop the flow of

31. House call?

33. Playful growl

34. Run- (hiphop trio)

37. Alternative to an ellipsis

39. Some clickbait articles

41. Potentially risky thing to drop in a relationship

43. Woo-shik, co-star of 2019’s ‘‘Parasite’’

44. cuisine

46. Sanders who played in a World Series and two Super Bowls

SCRAMBLE

Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to community papers.

ANSWER: TRREPO

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WEEKLY HOROSCOPES

Don’t rush in and act combative this week, Aries Take a more delicate approach to convince others to see things your way As the saying goes, “You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar”

Are you feeling like you may want to be a wellness warrior of late, Taurus? Star t by taking inventor y of the foods in your home and making some healthier changes

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Connect with a friend or even your par tner for an intimate dinner this week You’ve been moving in different circles and it ’s time to get on the same page

Invite people to stop by and cheer you up, Sagittarius You’ve been going through a rough patch and there’s nothing like happy faces and new perspectives to bring about a smile

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Capricorn, be sure to check your bank account pretty regularly ; other wise, you may lose track of spending and get yourself into a financial mess that could be tough to get out of

Aquarius, you may be your own worst enemy this week, especially as it pertains to thinking that someone may be trying to cause trouble with you at work Get the facts before acting

Pisces, there is a process to everything Remain patient and stay the course no matter how excited you are Rest assured that things will work out if you can hang in there

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Richard Hook

Emily Adams (née Strocen)

Emily passed away peacefully with her loved ones at her side on July 14, 2023, at the age of 35, only days after being diagnosed with a terminal illness.

1978 – July 31, 1993 If

July

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It is with deep sadness that the family of Richard Hook announce his peaceful passing at the age of 79 on the afternoon of July 11, 2023. Rick was an avid horseman and prominent member of the BC Cutting Horse Association, inducted into the BCCHA Hall of Fame in 2001.

His greatest passion was training cutting horses and their riders. Rick was always willing to offer advice, help out and mentor those around him. He will be remembered by many

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Rick is survived by his loving wife and best friend Betty Manuel, who was his champion right up to the end, his children Darcie, Darla, Dana, Jinni, Jason, and brother Harley along with eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

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May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of Despair

The Little Unicorn

by Peggy Kociscin, Albuquerque, New Mexico

There lived a little unicorn (From when the earth was new), His coat so white it glistened, His eyes a sparkling blue.

In innocence and beauty, He danced through woods and streams. The animals danced with him, His heart aglow with dreams.

He laughed and played with rainbows, So happy all day through, He loved to kiss the flowers

As their petals shone with dew.

He wandered through the meadows

In the moon’s soft, silver light.

He loved to gaze at all the stars That lightened up the night.

He listened to the music

Of the birds that graced the trees. He frolicked with the butterflies

And raced the gentle breeze.

But, as he grew and learned of life, The sparkle in his eye Grew misty as he realized Just what it means to cry.

He learned that there are shadows In spite of shining sun.

The more he grew, he found that life Was never always fun.

For now he’d learn of feelings

That come from deep within; No longer in the “dream world” Where (for so long) he’d been.

His gentle heart desired But to know the pleasure of To give and to receive The very precious gift of love.

To love meant to be happy, And yet it also brought him pain; For those he loved could hurt him Again.. and yet again.

His mother held him lovingly And tried to ease his fears

About the sadness life could bring... The lonely, bitter tears.

She said, “Life is like a mountain, (And surely this is true) That we must climb as best we can. There’s no ‘around or ‘through.’”

The unicorn tried tirelessly, And gave the climb his best; But he felt it was not good enough, He felt he’d failed the test.

He could not understand it When he felt himself rejected –When all his gentle being asked Was but to be accepted.

All this was just too much for him, He knew not what to do. That he was special as himself, Somehow, he never knew. His spirit crushed, he felt defeated, And lonely tears would start. Not understanding how to love, It simply broke his heart.

But now he’s in a loving place Where all his pain has ceased, Where all accepted him and his love, Where all he knows is peace. A loving Being tells him, “You’re delightful as you are.” His spirit free, his brilliance now Outshines the brightest star!

Love’s greatest gift is remembrance.

John Trulsen

April 25, 1946 - July 13, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Trulsen, loving husband, Dad, Papa, Pops, Brother, Uncle and friend. John passed away after a 3½ year journey with cancer John is lovingly survived by his high school sweetheart, Alison, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage. He is loved deeply by his daughter Jackie (Chris) and his son Michael. He is cherished by his grandchildren Amanda (Justin), Taylor (Lucas), Elliott and Harrison (Brianna). He is adored by his great-grandchildren, Leah, Wyatt and Emily John is survived by his his siblings, Bill (Kathy), Wilma, Elke (Fabien), Linda (Garry) and Rick (Lorraine).

He was incredibly close to his in-laws, Glendora, Cory (Liz) and Priscilla and fondly remembered by his numerous nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his beloved brother Harry, brother-in-law, Les and nephew, Noah.

John found great comfort and support during his cancer journey, sharing his illness alongside his brother-in-law, Les and his niece Lehanna, who understood his struggle. While the passing of John has left a void in the lives of those who knew him, he is also leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Family was everything to John and he always put others ahead of himself.

John spent 35 years working as a Correctional Officer for the BC Government. He was heavily involved with the BCGEU and he made several life-long friends. He was especially close to Gary and Vaino, as well as his best friend, David.

An avid fisherman, John loved his time on the lakes, be it with his brother's and nephew's annual weekend, with Chris, or in his final years, with Mike Coss.

A celebration of John's life will be held at 2:00 pm at the Day Use Area in Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park on Sunday, August 20th, 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of one's choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com

Eva Anna Byres

On June 27, 2023, Eva Anna Byres (née Zanier) died at Overlander Residential Home, Kamloops, BC shortly after her 85th birthday Eva was born in Trail, BC on April 21,1938 to parents Luigi Zanier and Esther (Cristanti) Zanier

Eva was predeceased by her husband of 59 years Douglas Byres, and her brother Leno Zanier Eva is survived by her children Nicole Byres (Kieran Metcalfe) in Vancouver, Brianna Senger (Dale) in Kamloops, and Ron Byres in Victoria. She is also survived by her grandchildren Nicholas LeRose (Vanessa) in Vancouver, Alex LeRose (Luke Raymond) in London, UK, Max Byres in Coquitlam, Cohen Senger in Victoria, and Sophia Byres (Erick Cala) in Coquitlam, great-granddaughter Mirabelle LeRose, brother Vinio Zanier (Betty) in Aspen, Colorado, and sister-in-law Grace Zanier in Kamloops.

Eva was a good student, getting straight A’s in high school despite often skipping school with her best friend Sylvia (Samartino) Gallagher Eva met her future husband Doug Byres when they were both serving as council members at J.L. Crowe High School. Following graduation Eva attended hairdressing college in Vancouver before marrying Doug in 1957. Doug’s teaching career took the family to Prince George, Dawson Creek and Kamloops and Eva’s initial focus was on her raising their three children and doing volunteer work. She later obtained her real estate license and worked as a realtor for over 20 years in Dawson Creek and Kamloops.

Eva was known to be an excellent cook and baker and enjoyed having family and friends over for dinner Eva’s adventures included travels to China, Thailand, and Europe, several driving holidays in the USA and Mexico, and cruises. After retirement, Eva and Doug liked to escape the Kamloops winters by vacationing in warmer climes, including Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean. After the passing of Doug in 2016, Eva was able to live in her home until shortly before her death thanks to the help and support from her care aide Lee Bissat, as well as from daughter Brianna and son-in-law Dale.

Eva’s ashes will be interred next to Doug’s at Hillside Cemetery in Kamloops. In memory of Eva, donations may be made to the Alzheimer ’s Society of BC.

Payton Shae Cameron-Brown

April 20, 2008 - July 16, 2023

The shooting star that was Payton burst into our lives on a cold spring morning, daughter to Nicole Cameron, sister to Kylie Cameron-Fisher, daughter to Luke Brown. Her life of 15 years ended in a flash, a misstep on slippery rocks, a waterfall that took her life. In her brief lifespan she warmed our hearts so thoroughly that we mourn now in deep sorrow It is her joy for life that will bring us through this, as we remember her

Surviving her are her mother, Nicole Cameron, her dad, Luke Brown (Monika), Payton’s sister, Kylie Cameron-Fisher (Jeff) and Kylie’s dad, Ryan Fisher Paternal grandparents Dave and Marilyn Brown. Aunt Megan (Brad) Gerow and cousins Katelyn and Ben. Aunt Christine (Paul) and cousins Luc and Mary Coulombe. Maternal grandparents Greg Cameron (Linda), Grandpa Fred Filek. Aunty Ashley (Jessi) Adams, cousins Beau, Cache, Willow, and Jax. Aunty Tara (Jason) LeBeau, cousins Gage, Emma, and Jase. Uncle Ryan Cameron. Ryan Fisher ’s family: grandparents Edie Fisher, Stewart (Paula) Fisher Aunty Katelyn (Jacob) Fisher, cousins Avery, Riley and Maddison and Uncle Rory Fisher. Predeceased by maternal grandmother Debbie Cameron.

Payton was born at Royal Inland Hospital, and early years were spent in Kamloops. Dufferin Elementary and McGowan Park Elementary were followed by a short time at Sa-Hali Secondary, and then Smithers Secondary Her friends from school and community absorbed a lot of her focus. She was a whiz with social media, probably had the fastest texting thumb in the west, and her creativity knew few bounds: insight into a creative mind can be glimpsed by watching her TikTok posts and Snap Streaks. All of those dance and gymnastic lessons did make a difference! Some of her flair may have been due to the influence of the performer Harry Styles. Although few knew, she could sing and play the guitar, and liked an eclectic mix of music: country, rock and pop. Rhianna, Morgan Wallen, and Taylor Swift had a budding competitor Payton loved animals and could snuggle with the best of us – just ask the family dogs – who on occasion shared their bed with a sleepy girl.

Physical activity is almost synonymous with Payton. She played school and league volleyball, with a wicked “bump” of the ball to teammates, loved swimming and would get major airtime while tubing, we’re talking vertical airtime! At Babine Lake she would quad into bear country in the morning and back up a truck with a boat trailer attached in the afternoon.

She had a shining future: she looked forward to getting her driver ’s license, a job, travel, and university

Payton pulsed with energy, a sizzling sense of humour, sometimes cheeky, and a warmth towards others. Where Payton went, fun and an infectious giggle followed.

We will love her forever.

Thank you to the Revelstoke Search and Rescue, the RCMP, the many individuals who helped during and after the accident, and our friends, family, neighbours, and strangers who willingly rendered great service in a time of shock and grief.

Celebration of Life for Payton Shae Cameron-Brown

Born April 20, 2008, RIH, KamloopsPassed away July 16, 2023 at 15 years of age Payton resided in Kamloops and Smithers, BC

Please join family and friends as we celebrate Payton’s life

Place: Sandman Centre, Norkam Mechanical Group Lounge

Date: Saturday, July 29, 2023

Time: 2:30 - 4:30 pm

Light refreshments will follow the celebration of life. Informal attire is encouraged.

memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

In Loving Memory of Irwin “Bud” Fuglem

July 26, 1925 - January 24, 2022

Our dad, Bud Fuglem, would have celebrated his 98th birthday today A year and half after his passing, it’s still hard to believe he’s gone.

Bud was born in Loos, BC, the fourth of twelve kids. The family lived in Alberta when he was little, but eventually moved back to BC. In fact, Bud stayed this side of the Rockies all his life, later moving to Prince George, and then Kamloops. At 14, he learned guitar, and no matter what job he was working — from logging truck driver to dairy taster, from self-employed building contractor to real estate salesman — always, after work, there was music.

He was good with people, making us feel at ease with his jokes and ready laugh. And it seemed he could do anything fix things, take great photos, tell stories, fly a plane. His natural curiosity kept him trying new things all his life. After retirement, he added singer-entertainer to the list, even writing songs and recording a CD of country music. He joined the Kamloops branch of the BC Oldtime Fiddlers, where he made dear friends, and was still asked to sing “Five Foot Two” a few months before he passed away

The last few years were hard but many great people stepped in with kindness, love and humour to help him live “his way” as long as possible. We feel immeasurable gratitude to those dear ones who were really there for him. When we think of him, we think of you.

He was Dad to us, Granddad to his three grandkids, and Bud, or Uncle Bud to his big family, and the many friends he considered family He remembered everyone he’d ever known, it seemed, right til the end. And we remember him. And miss him so much.

Lori and Karilee Fuglem, daughters

(Bud’s full obituary is on dignitymemorial.com, under “Irwin Fuglem”)

Bambina “Anna” Russo

It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Bambina “Anna” Russo.

Mama Russo was born in Bocchigliero, Cosenza, Italy on December 25, 1933. She was the daughter of Saverio and Rosa Lattanzio. Anna married her husband Giacomo in Paola, Italy Anna later moved to Trail, BC in 1963. And her husband joined her in 1971.

Anna is survived by her daughter Pina and her grand-puppy Gia.

Anna is preceded in death by her husband Giacomo and in 2021 by her first bundle of cherished joy and happiness Assunta Frances “Susie” Russo.

Throughout Susie’s illness, Anna showed what strength, courage, and love was about. Any life obstacle or challenge that was encountered, Anna always made people feel calm and at ease. Anna’s famous words would always be “Don’t Worry” or “It’s Ok” or the combination of them “Don’t Worry, It’s Ok”.

Anna enjoyed and flourished being Susie’s sidekick. They always could be found on their comfortable couch watching endless hours of Netflix, shopping, or driving around town finding sales and looking for deals.

Anna’s daughters often dragged her on travel adventures until she finally put her foot down. She always ensured her sunglasses were packed for when she hit the beaches. She patiently followed the itineraries of travel without complaint.

Anna loved her restaurant adventures especially the all-youcan-eat buffets. She enjoyed sushi, burgers, east Indian dishes, ice cream and most recently tuna stacks, and tuna poke bowls.

Anna’s pastimes revolved around selfless acts and how family and friends would benefit from them. Her gentle and tender hands would make the best meals, knead the most delicious bread, and grow the tastiest garden vegetables. Anna infused baking with endless love and perfection. As soon as she tied her bandana as a head scarf, it meant she was getting down to business. Her children will always remember the time she spent sewing their clothes and making their birthday cakes. Anna loved making sausage. She could be found mincing and grinding the meat by hand rather then using the machines. This is symbolic of her precision and patience in everything she did.

Anna had an extremely infectious smile and it showed. It was prominent when she was surrounded by the special little people in her life. One of her absolute blessings, her pride and joy in life was Govind. She often could be found elbowing her daughters out of the kitchen to oversee that his pasta was cooked “al dente” and the right amount of salted butter was

folded into his pasta. In her last days of life, his tight hugs were her best medicine.

In Anna’s final weeks of life, she was introduced to Ella, Cash, Kaia, and Jude who delivered endless Starbuck drinks, and delicious Mittz Kitchen meals. In a short period of time of knowing them, their connection was as if they had known each other for years.

In addition, Anna had the opportunity to meet both Spencer and Grace and had the opportunity to window wave and blow a sweet kiss to baby Noah These precious moments brought her so much joy and contentment in her final days.

Anna showed endless love, care, and compassion for all her daughter ’s friends that instantly became family Her gentle motherly hugs were infused with warmth and comfort. Anna was the best landlord one could have, as unpaid rent did not matter if the renters had a roof over their heads and were safe.

Special notable thank-yous to the care aids, health nurses, and the IH case manager Isla who adored and cared for Anna. A warm and sincere thank you also to Aaron (Glovers Pharmacy) who patiently supported and promptly responded to Anna’s needs. Your care, compassion, and love for Anna was notable and will be forever remembered and appreciated. In addition, a big thank you to Shayla, Becky, and Nick who tenderly and softly cared for Anna when assistance and additional support was needed. Neighbours and friends that shared food, took the time to check in, made deliveries or came for visits - a warm heartfelt thank you as well.

As Anna’s wish was to pass at home, the last day and hours of her life were tenderly supported by Rosa, Kasha, Terri, and Isla.

Wishes are to have donations made in the memory of Anna to one of the three listed charities:

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

https://defeatduchenne.ca/join-the-fight/give-a-gift/ Canucks Autism https://www.canucksautism.ca/give-today/ BC Children’s Hospital http://www.bcchildrens.ca/donate

Prayers will be recited on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 255 Nicola Street. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 255 Nicola Street.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

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Diane Lynn Haralabous

With great sadness, Diane Lynn Haralabous, wife to her late husband Louis Haralabous and mother to her children Peter and Olga, passed away on July 19, 2023. Her final moments were spent with her children at Royal Inland Hospital.

Known for her drive to succeed in her endeavours, strong determination, independence, and passion for gardening, Diane will be dearly missed by all who knew her She had a kind heart and enjoyed hosting, serving, and entertaining friends and family

Diane’s family asks that she be remembered for the joy she brought to others in life rather than focusing on the sadness of her passing. Diane endured as long as she could during and after her late husband’s battle with cancer Now, we hope she is with him in peace, fulfilling her dreams of being by the sea, enjoying nice dinners, and idling in beautiful gardens. She is survived by her children, Peter and Olga.

Diane chose to be cremated, and her ashes will be spread in the ocean. A shared engraved monument of Diane and Louis will be created at her husband Louis's burial site at Hillside Cemetery to commemorate their lives together

May Diane and Louis Haralabous both rest in peace in each other ’s arms.

Arrangements entrusted to Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services

Condolences may be expressed to the family at cypressfuneral.ca

Gregory Richard Bartell

September 20, 1969 - July 7, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Greg at the age of 53. Greg is survived by his parents, Richard (Dick) and Marilyn Bartell, sister Tracy (Bob) Berrevoets, niece Elise Berrevoets, nephew Zachary Berrevoets, and many Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Greg also leaves behind two daughters, Adrienne and Brooklyn, whom he loved very much.

Greg was born in Kamloops. He enjoyed playing slow pitch in his younger years, and rugby in high school. He graduated from Kam High in 1987. After graduation, he held many different jobs but worked as a drywaller for the majority of his life. He had just changed careers and was working for Xtreme Underground Gear at New Gold at the time of his passing.

Greg loved spending time with his daughter Brooklyn, his family and his friends. Greg loved to fish and camp in his spare time.

He will be forever missed by his family and friends.

A celebration of Greg’s life will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Cottonwood Manor, 730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops from 12:00 to 3:00 pm.

Condolences may be sent to the family from DrakeCremation.com

In Loving Memory of Joyce De Hamel

October 1, 1944 - July 15, 2023

Born October 1st, 1944, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Joyce was predeceased by her parents Agnes and Prokop Kyba, both were born in Poland. Her father was a hard worker, he worked all his life on the railroad and was away from home most of the time. Joyce's mom became very ill around the time of Joyce's birth and spent most of her time in hospitals and care homes at this point Mrs. Ragish took over and raised Joyce while her dad was away working.

Joyce had two sisters Mary and Ann.

Joyce is survived by her loving husband James (Jim) Raymond De Hamel, three children Tammie Lynne, Rodney James, and Dean Troy She has five loving grandchildren Felicia Cora Tome, Nicholas Christian Fritz Hossmann, Deni Francessco Lovero, Hudson James, and Henley Dean De Hamel.

Joyce was an extremely hard working, patient, and the kindest woman you could ever have the pleasure of meeting. She was loved by all who crossed paths with her during her lifetime. Joyce was an avid member of the Catholic Church in Logan Lake, British Columbia where she attended for 50 Years, helping with anything that needed doing. She loved her church time and her friends of the church. Joyce loved her children and would light right up with joy when it came to her grandchildren.

She also liked to paint and go for walks. Joyce always put others before herself.

She will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed.

Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com

Kenneth Alvin Robinson

Ken passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023 at Overlander

Extended Care Centre in Kamloops, BC. Ken is survived by his wife, Hope; his two sons, Darryl and Dan; his granddaughters, Cynthia and Sara; and his grandson, Emilio.

Ken was born on March 24, 1928 in New Westminster, BC, and grew up in Surrey, BC. Hiring on with the CNR, Ken started his career in Smithers, BC. It was there that he met his wife, Hope – together they moved to Kamloops, where they eventually retired.

A service for Ken will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, July 28 in the chapel of Schoening Funeral Service - 513 Seymour Street, Kamloops BC, with a short reception in the Schoening Tea Room and a burial service at Hillside Cemetery to follow

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