Kamloops This Week August 23, 2023

Ethan Katzberg is now the best hammer thrower on Earth

Check out all the information on the events leading to the Aug. 27 parade

Riverside Park was the site of the annual event featuring food and music

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Here’s what to do in Merritt

Labour Day Weekend!!!

NICOL A VALLEY PRO RODEO

THE REAL WEST

Bring your lil cowpokes and enjoy the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo a high quality, action-packed family event that honours the ranching and rodeo heritage of the Nicola Valley

And get your boot-scoot on, at the adultsonly dance on Saturday night

C I T Y PAG E

August 23, 2023

CO U N C I L C A L E N DA R

The public, media, delegations, and staff are encouraged to par ticipate in meetings vir tually through Zoom or to obser ve through the City YouTube channel

August 25, 2023

9:00 am - Reconciliation Select Committee

August 29, 2023

1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting

August 29, 2023 (Cancelled)

7:00 pm - Public Hearing

September 12, 2023

1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting

The complete 2023 Council Calendar is available online at: Kamloops.ca/CouncilPor tal

CO U N C I L M E E T I N G R E C A P

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N OT I C E TO M OTO R I S T S

Please use caution when driving in the vicinity and obey all traffic control personnel, signs, and devices in the following areas:

• 6th Avenue

Columbia Street to Lansdowne Street

• Tranquille Gateway

Improvements Project Tranquille Road from south of K amloops BC SPCA to Crestline Street

• Ord Road Water Main Connection

Project Singh Street to 8th Street

• 9th Street Sidewalk Project 9th Street between Renfrew Avenue and Tranquille Road

To stay up to date on road work projects, visit:

Kamloops.ca/Kammute

CO N S I D E R A C A R E E R W I T H U S

Join our team of over 700 employees who work in a variety of fulfilling and challenging careers Visit: Kamloops.ca/Jobs

T H E G R A S S I S N ’ T A LWAY S G R E E N E R

With tighter water restrictions currently in place throughout the City, it ’s time to get creative with ways to reduce your outdoor water use and also follow the rules:

• Use a hand-held, spring-loaded nozzle and only water in the evening or early morning

• Use tree bags.

• Aerate your lawn and leave the cores

• Grassc ycle by leaving the clippings on the lawn.

• Cut your grass to 2 to 3 inches tall to provide shade for roots

• Check for leaks in pipes, faucets, and hoses

Find tips, frequently asked questions, and updated information about current conditions and water usage levels at: Kamloops.ca/Drought

Repor t an issue: 250-828-3461

For after-hours emergencies, press 1.

S T E

Curbside organic waste collection is star ting next week for single -and multi-family households in K amloops that receive curbside car t collection. Learn more about the organics program at Kamloops.ca/Organics

Residents are reminded that collec tion schedules are changing. Organics will be collected week ly, and garbage and rec ycling will now be collected ever y other week on an alternating basis.

Below is the list of what's being collected for each zone's collection day for the remainder of this week and next week:

Thursday, August 24: Zone 2, organics + garbage

Friday, August 25: Zone 3, organics + rec ycling

Monday, August 28: Zone 4, organics + rec ycling

Tuesday, August 29: Zone 5, organics + rec ycling

Wednesday, August 30: Zone 1, organics + rec ycling

Thursday, August 31: Zone 2, organics + rec ycling

Friday, September 1: Zone 3, organics + garbage

Sign up for collection day reminders on the free K amloops Waste Wise app Updated solid waste collection schedules are available at: Kamloops.ca/Collec tionSchedules

I T ’ S B E A R S M A R T S E A S O N

The City of K amloops wants to feature your best shots of city life in our major publications, including the 2024 City Calendar We encourage submissions that highlight our city's diverse population, urban landmarks, breathtak ing environment, and variety of leisure activities.

Individuals with submissions selected for inclusion in the 2024 City Calendar or selected as a cover for any major publication in 2024 will receive public recognition on our website and social media channels and will be awarded a one -month Full Access Family Pass to the Tournament Capital Centre.

Deadline:

September 29, 2023, at 4:30 pm

Learn more and submit photos at: Kamloops.ca/Calendar

Do you have fruit trees?

Fruit trees are not a natural source of food for wildlife and, left unmanaged, can attract wildlife into the community Allowing this to happen is dangerous and an offence under the British Columbia Wildlife Act If you have fruit trees, please do your par t to keep our community and wildlife safe Remember your actions can save an animal’s life!

Tips to prevent human-wildlife conflic t and benefit your fruit trees:

• Prune your fruit trees so they only produce the amount of fruit you are able to use

• Clean up fallen fruit daily and pick fruit and berries as soon as they ripen.

• If you need help har vesting your trees and want to make the fruit available to others, learn about the K amloops Food Polic y Council’s Gleaning Abundance Program at KamloopsFoodPolicyCouncil.com

• Prune fruit trees when they are dormant ( Januar y to early Februar y) Learn more at: Kamloops.ca/BearSmar t

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August 25: Sunny 29/14 (hi/low)

August 26: Sunny 31/14 (hi/low)

August 27: Sunny 33/14 (hi/low)

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Wildfire service defends actions

SOME IN THE NORTH SHUSWAP HAVE CRITICIZED THE BC WILDFIRE SERVICE FOR PLANNED IGNITION, PERCEIVED PERSONNEL NUMBERS

Cliff Chapman of the BC Wildfire Service has addressed claims on social media concerning personnel numbers on the Bush Creek East fire in the Shuswap and details of the Aug. 17 planned ignition.

The BC Wildfire Service undertook a planned ignition last week near Lee Creek and Scotch Creek in an effort to burn off fuel between the fire and previously established fire guards.

The plan was to ignite the flames as winds were blowing from the south, onto the fire itself. Winds were expected to shift from the north later that night on Aug. 17, at which time flames from the fire would approach the already burned stretch of land from the ignition.

Chapman said the Bush Creek East fire went above the control line that the BC Wildfire Service had burned off, then swept back into the North Shuswap communities.

“We were still successful in protecting some of those properties along the North Shuswap,

in the hundreds,” Chapman said.

“Unfortunately, we’ve also now seen the devastation the main body of that fire had in areas like Scotch Creek, Celista and others. And our hearts go out to those individuals who have seen the devastating impacts of that fire making its push.”

Chapman said planned ignition is used quite frequently in B.C. and across the globe, noting that when conditions are as dry as they are in the province right now, traditional firefighting tactics, such as using water bombers and ground operations, will not be successful.

“Eliminating the fuel is, in a lot of cases, the best way to try to protect any infrastructure and values ahead of the front of a fire,” he said. “And when we know that there’s 40- to 50 -kilometre sustained winds coming, we knew that we had to eliminate that fuel. And again, I would like to stress it was largely successful and it protected hundreds of properties in the Shuswap area.”

Chapman added that it was not the planned ignition that allowed the two fires — Lower East Adams Lake and Bush Creek East — in the

Adams Lake area to merge.

“It was actually the cold front wind that pushed the fires together and merging them towards Highway 1, which ultimately led to the closure of Highway 1,” Chapman said.

He was asked how confident he is stating no additional homes were lose due to the decision to proceed with the planned ignition.

“I am very confident that that planned ignition went ahead under the right planning context, to remove fuel between the main body of the fire and the communities in the North Shuswap,” Chapman said.

“I am confident it was not our planned ignition that made that fire move into the North Shuswap. The winds were 40 kilometres an hour, sustained. We saw that fire make a 22-kilometre run around our planned ignition.

I am confident that planned ignition removed fuel and saved homes.

Jim Cooperman, who lives in Lee Creek and whose home survived the wildfire, disagrees with Chapman’s assessment.

A structure in the Scotch Creek area of the Shuswap that was destroyed by the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire this past weekend.

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See LEE CREEK RESIDENT, A12

Wildfires lead to Interior travel restrictions

HOTELS, MOTELS IN KAMLOOPS, SIX OTHER CITIES RESERVED FOR EVACUEES, FIRST RESPONDERS

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The provincial government has enacted an order restricting travel to fire-affected areas in an effort to free up hotel and motel space for emergency responders and evacuees.

Premier David Eby and Emergency Management Minister Bowinn Ma announced the measures on Aug. 19, a day after a provincial state of emergency was declared.

The order restricting travel for non-essential reasons applies to Kamloops, Vernon, Kelowna,

Free camps for children

Penticton, Osoyoos and Oliver.

It is in place until Sept. 4 or until it is otherwise rescinded.

“Let me be clear, temporary accommodations in the areas I mentioned are no longer available for non-essential visits,” Ma said, noting hotel and motel rooms are now available only for evacuees and firefighters and other first responders.

Ma said tourists now staying in hotels and motel in the cities under the order are being asked to check out early to free up space.

“The current situation is

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The Kamloops Gymnastics and Trampoline Centre in the Tournament Capital Centre is offering support for evacuee families with children ages three-and-a-half to 16.

The organization is offering free gymnastics and trampoline camps for children of families who have been displaced due to the

grim,” Eby said. “There is an urgent need for accommodation. We shouldn’t need an order. Please just stay out of these areas if you don’t have to be there.”

As of Tuesday, there are 386 wildfires burning in B.C., with 14 of those being fires of note (a wildfire that is highly visible or poses a potential threat to public safety), including the Ross Moore Lake blaze about 10 kilometres south of Kamloops.

Others include the Bush Creek East fire (the new name given the merger of the Bush Creek East and Lower

wildfires on either side of the city.

East Adams Lake fires) in the Shuswap, the Stein Mountain and Kookipi Creek fires in Fraser Canyon and the McDougall Creek fire in West Kelowna.

Forests Minister Bruce Ralston said there are 3,400 personnel fighting the fires, including crews from Mexico, Costa Rica and Australia. Private contractors are also being used, as are municipal fire departments, including Kamloops Fire Rescue, which has four firefighters helping in West Kelowna.

Ralston said more firefighters are on the way from Mexico,

Morning half-day camps run from Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Afternoon half-day camps run Monday through Thursday from noon to 3:30 p.m. Full-day camps run Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Full-day participants will require lunch and two snacks. A water bottle is permitted and refill stations are available. Children should wear comfortable

Ontario and Eastern Canada.

Across B.C., there are more than 27,000 people under evacuation orders and another 35,000 people under evacuation alerts.

Eby said his government has authorized the use of municipal RCMP officers to be deployed in fire-affected communities to help with evacuation procedures and to provide security for homes and businesses while residents and staff have left the area.

“Stay alert for alerts,” Eby said. “You may be asked to leave on short notice.”

clothing that allows them to move easily. Shorts and t-shirts work, but parents should ensure clothing is not too baggy, as it may become a danger, or too tight, as it may be restrictive. Long hair should be tied back and socks and shoes removed. Jewelry or other items that might cause scratching or become caught in materials must be removed.

To register, call 250-374-6424 or send an email to info@kgtc.ca.

The Foundation of Retirement Income (CPP & OAS)

The Canadian government can provide t wo retirement bene fit s to help form the foundation of your retirement income : Old Age Securit y (OAS) and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). Here is a brie f over view :

Old Age Se curit y (OAS)

OAS is available to tho se 65 and older who meet cer tain requirement s tied to length of time living in Canada and being a Canadian c itizen or re sident According to Canada ca data, over 7 1 million Canadians currentl y receive OAS

Max OAS applie s to tho se who have lived in Canada for 4 0 years or more since age 18 You can earn par tial OAS after living in Canada for at least 10 years after age 18.

• Current max imum pay ment amount is $698 6/ month for age s 65 – 74. Effec tive last year, tho se aged 75 and over receive a 10% bonus for a total of $768 4 6 Amount s are inf lation adjusted quar terl y.

• You can de fer OAS up to age 70 Ever y month you de fer, you earn an additional 0 6% bene fit or 7 2% per year to a max imum of 36% at age 70

• Ser vice Canada au tomaticall y enrolls eligible seniors to be gin receiving OAS and sends a notice after you turn 6 4. In shor t , do nothing and you receive the bene fit at 65 You must appl y to de fer receiving OAS bene fit s .

OAS is income te sted based on your pre vious year 's Net Income (line 23 4 00) Individuals earning over the claw back thre shold will repay or lo se OAS for that year. For 2023, OAS claw back be gins at $86,912 at a rate of 15% for each dollar you are over limit , to a max imum of the total amount of OAS received

• For ex ample , earning $100,000 would re sult in being $13,088 over and a 15% repay ment would be le vied re sulting in a $1,963 OAS reduc tion for the year

Low-income earners can quali f y for the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) Just over a third of OAS rec ipient s receive some GIS bene fit . Tho se who are single , divorced or widowed the thre shold is $2 1,168 this year If you have a spouse , the amount can be as high as $50,735 combined income

There is no sur vivorship nor death bene fit .

Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

You be gin contribu ting to CPP at age 18 and once your employ ment income exceeds the basic exemption (currentl y $3,500) and up to a max imum amount called the Year 's Max imum Pensionable E arnings or YMPE (currentl y $6 6,600 for 2023)

CPP can provide a monthl y pension up to $1,306 monthl y or $15,678 annuall y at age 65 Similar to OAS, this amount is continuousl y adjusted to the co st of living A s of April 2023, the average 65-year- old who star t s to collec t CPP receive s $760/ month or 5 8% of the max imum bene fit

You can star t CPP as earl y as age 60 or de fer until 70.

• Ever y month you take CPP be fore age 65 re sult s in a 0 60% reduc tion in entitlement Taking it when you turn 60 means you would receive 36% le ss than at age 65

• If you elec t to take CPP over the age of 65, the government rewards you with an additional 0. 70% per month, up to an increase of 42% at age 70

You can re view your CPP statement and projec ted entitlement online via My Ser vice Canada Account

• CPP allows you to remove cer tain low- or no -income years which could increase your monthl y entitlement

There are additional allotment s under the child-rearing provision where primar y care givers didn t work due to raising children under age 7 There is also a disabilit y exclusion which may allow tho se who have been disabled to omit periods from their contribu tor y period

There is a one -time tax able death bene fit of $2 ,500. There is potentiall y a sur vivor bene fit as well, which can onl y be up to the max imum CPP entitlement an individual receive s If a widow alread y receive s max CPP, the y will onl y receive the one -time death bene fit There is also a monthl y children's bene fit (currentl y $281) for minor children of a deceased contribu tor This can be ex tended to age 25 should the y attend a quali f ying po st-secondar y institu tion

• Neither CPP nor OAS can be income split on your tax return, howe ver you can elec t to share CPP bene fit s once both spouse s are 65 or older which e ffec tivel y achie ve s the same ou tcome.

We pre viousl y wrote an ar ticle in more detail on the merit s of drawing CPP earl y or de ferring You can find it by searching in Google "Inve st Well CPP take it now " Fur ther info on both of the se plans can also be found at canada gc ca

A s alway s , we recommend consulting with a quali fied profe ssional to re view your personal c ircumstance s and be st course of ac tion.

Until nex t time Invest Well L ive Well

Written by Keith

Kamloops hosting more than 500 wildfire evacuees

Since the reception centre for wildfire evacuees opened on McArthur Island on Aug. 17, more than 500 families have visited to register for support.

To streamline the process for those impacted to access services more easily and efficiently, the Kamloops emergency support services (ESS) team is offering the following information to evacuees and those wishing to help them.

INFORMATION

FOR EVACUEES:

• If you do not require ESS assistance, you do not need to visit the reception centre. In many cases, home or tenant insurance provides greater support than what is available through ESS, so be sure to speak with your insurance representative to see what is available to you.

• If you do require ESS assistance for shelter, food or incidentals, you must visit a reception centre to apply and complete an eligibility interview. Registering online is not enough. Due to the high volume of evacuees at the Kamloops ESS, evacuees should expect a delay in this process.

• To speed up the process-

ing, evacuees requiring ESS assistance should:

1. Register online at ess. gov.bc.ca. This will allow the ESS volunteers at the reception centre to find your file and process you more quickly.

2. Download and activate the BC Services Card App from Google Play or the Apple App Store. While this is not required to access ESS supports, it will allow evacuees to receive supports via etransfer.

• To qualify for ESS support, your primary residence must be located within an evacuation order area. People evacuated from vacation rentals or owners of secondary residences in the evacuation order area are not eligible to receive ESS assistance.

• For updates on current evacuation orders and alerts, check with your local municipal authority or First Nation.

• For updates on wildfires, visit BCWildfire.ca.

INFORMATION FOR RESIDENTS:

• The Kamloops ESS team cannot accept walk-up volunteers. ESS is a provincial program that requires a police information check, as well as specific training and courses that cannot be provided on the spot during an emergency event.

• Residents who wish to become a qualified volunteer to support future events can register at Kamloops.ca/ ESSVolunteer. A volunteer coordinator will reach out regarding future training opportunities as capacity allows.

• Do not bring donations of any kind to the ESS reception centre at the McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. The purpose of this reception centre is to process evacuees’ applications for ESS assistance. Volunteers do not have the capacity to manage the intake or dispersal of donations at the location.

How old is your oldest book?

A query of many of our office visitors! Among those displayed, the oldest books are a few years older than our firm, being 140 years old. BUT our oldest book dates back to 1768, when it was printed on an English printing press at Oxford!

This year, we gratefully mark 138 years of service to our community

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In a crisis, Kamloops comes through

When I first brainstormed a topic for this column, I anticipated discussing new select committee appointments, the meaningful work all of council has been putting in and local issues at hand.

However, given the multiple extreme wildfires witnessed over the past 72 hours, there is no topic that deserves more attention and focus at this time.

As we have all heard and tragically seen, wildfires have engulfed some of our neighbouring communities, displacing thousands of people and creating critical and devastating situations for many families.

The Emergency Operations Centre, led by City of Kamloops utilities director Greg Wightman, remains busy supporting our incredible Emergency Support Services (ESS) team and their volunteers, for whom we are beyond grateful for.

The ESS team coordinates with representatives from local governments, First Nations and regional districts specifically to support evacuees. Additionally, the City of Kamloops is playing a huge role by being a hub for our region, being referred to as an ESS host community.

As of August 19, this team has registered more than 500 households at our McArthur Island emergency reception centre.

I personally would like to send a big and sincere thank you to Kamloops Fire Rescue, which is supporting the BC Wildfire Service

BILL SARAI View From CITY HALL

with structural protection through a unit deployed to the Kelowna area and another assisting with the Bush Creek East blaze in the Shuswap.

Many of us have been receiving inquiries from citizens wishing to donate goods or money or volunteer their time.

The best advice we can provide at this time is that we should continue this support by donating to agencies such as the United Way, Salvation Army and SPCA. As for volunteers, the biggest need is for ESS-trained individuals and that group is working to find support from other jurisdictions. Again, if anyone would like to volunteer their time, at this point reaching out to local organizations will be the best route.

The City of Kamloops has opened multiple facilities to provide support and shelter and has been working alongside our Tk’emlúps neighbours on these initiatives.

One shining example is the relocation of hundreds of firefighters from their Squilax camp to

Kamloops due to recent evacuation orders.

On Aug. 18, our civic operations team, on short notice, was notified by the provincial government of their arrival. The civic operations team set up hundreds of tents on McArthur Island and made arrangements for firefighters to be fed and have access to showers in the sport and event centre.

This is one small example of how our staff have risen to the challenge in a critical and heroic way. A big shout out also needs to be given to all our local businesses that have helped in numerous ways. In addition, our residents are showing the true spirit of being Kamloopsians by opening their doors and hearts for those people in need.

With tens of thousands of evacuation orders and alerts given out in the past four days in the B.C. Interior, all levels of government, including experts in the field, need to find a real solution to mitigate

the causes and effects of these extreme fires that continue to occur on a more regular basis.

Whether it is our forest practice codes, clear-cutting methodology or continuing to work with our First Nations neighbours, we need to find real solutions that can help to prevent the devastating circumstances so many communities are experiencing.

In my opinion, through talking with the experts that have reached out to me, we need to go back to some former practices where responsible and respectful logging practices were done.

Leaving our forests to be overgrown in these extreme, dry conditions — with multiple fuel sources on the ground — is a disastrous recipe.

Additionally, the advice I also received was the need to thin out valued lumber and replant concurrently to not only reduce conditions we are facing today, but to also establish a new root structure

for the mountains and hillsides to strengthen the soil. This, in turn, would help protect against early winter and spring runoff mudslides that are also creating catastrophic consequences throughout the province.

Locally, council supports our Kamloops Fire Rescue fire-mitigation education, which is provided free to any residents who request it.

Our hope is that, moving forward, we can get all levels of government to be responsible for their land’s fire mitigation. Canadian National and Canadian Pacific railways should also initiate an expedited process of fire mitigation along their rail lines.

We are all in this together and, even in the darkest of circumstances, I would like to extend my heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all who have been affected by these extreme fire events.

I am once again amazed by and proud of our community and citizens for stepping up in times of need. Thank you all for making Kamloops shine.

Bill Sarai is a Kamloops councillor. Council columns appear monthly in KTW and online at kamloops thisweek.com. Sarai’s email address is bsarai@kamloops.ca. To comment on this column, email editor@kamloopsthisweek.com.

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A firefighter camp has been created on McArthur Island, just outside the Sport and Event Centre. It was relocated from the Shuswap after flames threatened that location. JODI LAWRENCE PHOTO

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

STAY OFF THE BEACH

Editor:

I have noticed that many drivers have chosen to park along the riverside at Pioneer Park, despite the fact the sign as you enter the boat launch clearly states “no parking beyond the gate.”

In July 2015, a CFJC-TV news segment, Parking problem at Pioneer Park, detailed the issuance of parking tickets for those parking on the riverside embankment. I don’t recall why parking is not available on the beach, but I figure it has to do with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

I did call the City of Kamloops community services (bylaws) department on Aug. 8 to let staff know that many peo-

HAM IT UP DURING EMERGENCIES

ple have been choosing to park on the riverside embankment on weekends.

Staff opened a file and sent an officer to check it out, but it was a Tuesday, so all the weekend traffic was not there.

A community services officer called me back to let me they sent an officer and have now closed the file, noting I can call in again and open a new one.

I responded that I have let the city know about the problem, so staff should make a note of it and have an officer include Pioneer Park on their route.

The department’s reply?

“If you like, you can call the mayor or council.”

Deb Peters Kamloops

ACCOUNTABILITY NEEDED

Editor: Kudos to KTW editor Christopher Foulds for his column of Aug. 16 (‘Observing the optics of city business’).

City administration needs to have its feet held to the fire more often for decisions and/

or recommendations it is making. Who is going to be made accountable for the decision to restructure the city’s bylaws department without cooperation from the union?

Allen Prost Kamloops

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Editor:

Watching the coverage on the wildfire situation in Canada has drawn me back to the days when I first studied to get my ham radio licence.

In 1979, one of the requirements was to show a proficiency in sending and receiving International Morse Code. A few ham radio operators in Kamloops are fluent in Morse Code, as are thousands in Canada and the United States.

Part of our instruction included being taught that ham radio was a public service. There have been times when ham radio operators have stepped up to the plate to help provide emergency and/or disaster

communications.

As I type this letter to the editor, hundreds of people are being evacuated from communities in the Northwest Territories. Apparently, the modern methods of communication have failed. I have not heard if any ham radio operators have been asked to assist yet, but perhaps evacuation is the priority. Hams may be asked to help with emergency communications at some point.

The radio transceiver I use can operate from a 12-volt gel cell battery charged with a solar panel. Morse Code messages are sent using Begali iambic paddles. The antenna can be a properly made wire antenna supported by trees or a tower that

is available. Also needed is at least one other licensed ham radio operator, located maybe several hundred kilometres away, to receive messages and reply in turn.

Like an insurance policy, ham radio is a public service that still has a place in the 21st century. This summer’s fires have shown that commercial modes of communications can — and do — fail.

Let’s hope we all can get through this fire season safely and learn together from it.

“73” (ham radio term for “best wishes”).

John Noakes ham user No. VE7NI Kamloops

EXCITED FOR ORGANIC COMPOSTING

Editor:

At last, the long-awaited city compost program is here.

Thanks to all who made this a reality and for the amazing rollout. Others have shared concerns about flies, maggots and smells. One trick I swear by, especially in the summer, is freezing my food scraps until I can dispose of them. Happy composting, Kamloops.

Aanchal Mogla Kamloops

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City air quality among worst in world

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On Monday morning (Aug. 21), Kamloops was mired in some of the worst air quality in the world, according to the World Air Quality Index.

Heavy smoke from area wildfires has blanketed the city, obscuring views, making driving with headlights a necessity and permeating clothing and surfaces with a pungent, campfire smell.

Kamloops’ air quality index was at 667 as of that time, which is considered hazardous. By comparison, Beijing, China, often cited for its pollution, had an air quality index of 57, considered moderate.

The World Air Quality Index considers readings of 0 to 50 to be good, 51 to 100 to be moderate, 101 to 150 to be unhealthy to sensitive groups, 151 to 200 to be unhealthy, 201 to 299 to very unhealthy and anything 300 and above to be hazardous.

At the Federal Building in downtown Kamloops, the reading via the provincial Ministry of Environment was at 10+, which is the worst on a scale that starts at 1.

The PM2.5 (fine particulates with a diameter of 2.5 microns) reading in the past hour was 656 micrograms per cubic metre. The 24-hour average was 284.7. The ministry’s air quality objective for PM2.5 is micrograms per cubic metre when averaged over a 24 hour period.

Kamloops has recorded a reading 11 times that objective.

Smoke can make it harder for lungs to get oxygen to blood. It can also irritate the eyes, nose, throat and lungs.

Fine particulate matter in wildfire smoke matter carries the greatest risk to people’s health because it can be inhaled deep into the lungs and cause inflammation and irritation.

In 2015, the World Health Organization adopted a landmark resolution on air quality and health, recognizing air pollution as a risk factor for noncommunicable diseases such as ischaemic heart disease, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma and cancer — and the economic toll they take.

Due to the wildfire smoke in many areas of B.C., the Ministry of Health is reminding people to stay safe from the impacts of poor air quality and to check on family and friends who may be at risk.

Those with pre-existing health conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, heart disease or diabetes, people with respiratory infections, pregnant women, infants and children and older adults are at greater risk of health

impacts from wildfire smoke.

Some people are more likely to experience adverse health effects from smoke, especially those with respiratory conditions, such as asthma and COPD.

Those with heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and older adults are also at higher risk.

Anyone who requires rescue medication, especially for respiratory conditions such as asthma, should ensure they have supplies on hand. If you have been evacuated, or do not have enough medication, visit your local pharmacy for an emergency supply.

The best way to stay safe from the impacts of wildfire smoke is to reduce exposure:

• Prevent wildfire smoke from entering your home by sealing doors and windows and keeping them closed as long as the temperature indoors is comfortable.

• Learn ways to create an area in your home designated as having cleaner air by using a portable HEPA air filter or a DIY air cleaner using resources on the BCCDC

website at bccdc.ca.

• Spend time indoors, such as at shopping malls, community centres and libraries.

• Take it easy. Refrain from over-exertion that causes heavy breathing and inhaling unnecessary smoke.

• Keep hydrated to help your body deal with inflammation caused by wildfire smoke.

• Consider wearing a respirator or other types of multilayered face mask when you go outdoors.

• Know the forecast and use the smoky skies bulletins and air quality health index (AQHI) to evaluate local and regional airquality conditions

People respond differently to smoke. Most symptoms are relatively mild and can be managed without medical attention.

If you are experiencing difficulty breathing, chest pain or discomfort, or severe cough, call 811 or contact a health-care provider. If you are having a medical emergency, call 911.

Air quality readings in Kamloops on Monday, Aug. 21, were in the hazardous territory. DAVE EAGLES/KTW

Apply Now for Major Flood Financial Assistance

I f you’ve been impac ted by recent floods, you may be eligible for help under British Columbia’s Disaster Financial Assistance Program

Financial suppor t is available for individuals, small businesses, farms, charitable organizations, I ndigenous governing bodies, and local governments I f you live in an eligible region and incurred more than $1,000 of uninsurable damage bet ween April 27 and May 16, 2023, you may qualify for suppor t.

To learn more about the application process and eligibilit y requirements, please visit gov.bc.ca/disaster financialassistance or call the Disaster Financial Assistance team at 1-888-257-4777 toll-free. Please note that financial assistance has some limits, and a maximum claim of $400,000.

Lee Creek resident disputes BC Wildfire Service’s narrative

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“The fire itself was directly caused by the fire service because they let a back burn, a controlled burn, at the worst time and without doing proper reconnaissance,” Cooperman told KTW

He said conducting a controlled burn is a risky manoeuvre, especially with strong winds in the forecast.

“So they did it just before the windstorm. And, as a result, instead of a large fire, it was an enormous fire,” Cooperman said.

“I mean, the media cannot take the word of the government at face value and not listen to the locals. I mean, I was there. They lit the fire right behind our house. I could see it. It looked like a mushroom cloud. It wasn’t successful

at all. It made things far worse.

“They didn’t take into account Lee Creek Canyon, so it crept under the power line where there was no fire guard and got into our community and then, because it was so large, it blew across Scotch Creek, the actual creek itself and caused mayhem and burned so many houses and businesses. It’s an absolute nightmare, an apocalyptic scene in the North Shuswap.”

Meanwhile, there have been posts online that claim the BC Wildfire Service took firefighters off the Shuswap fire and redeployed them to the McDougall Creek blaze in West Kelowna.

“There is a lot of stress about what happened and what are we doing now,” Chapman said dur-

ing a press conference on Monday, Aug. 21, updating the wildfire situation in the B.C. Interior.

“We are always prioritizing resources. We are not only prioritizing the McDougall fire in West Kelowna and Kelowna, but we are prioritizing resources in Adams Lake and Kookipi Creek in the Fraser Canyon,” he said.

“We evaluate ground operations daily and make decisions where resources go based on impacts on life and property.”

While noting resources will fluctuate based on need, Chapman said there are 385 firefighting personnel on the Bush Creek East fire, 180 at blazes in the Fraser Canyon and 164 at the McDougall Creek fire in West Kelowna and Kelowna.

The deadline to apply for Disaster Financial Assistance is September 3, 2023. Applications can be submitted online at gov.bc.ca/disaster financialassistance. For any questions, individuals, small businesses, charitable organizations and farms can contact DFA.Private@gov.bc.ca.

Local governments and Indigenous governing bodies can contact DFA.Public@gov.bc.ca.

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Here’s how you can help wildfire victims

An emergency response fund has been launched to support communities affected by the wildfire in the North Shuswap.

The Shuswap Community Foundation (SCF)’s fundraising campaign seeks to provide vital assistance during the current crisis, helping the region’s residents rebuild and recover.

The Adams Lake wildfire has caused widespread devastation, burning more than 10,000 hectares and destroying structures in its path, including the Scotch Creek fire hall.

The SCF emergency response fund collaborates with community organizations to channel donations to address the long-term needs of disaster-affected areas, aiming to provide sustained food security, shelter and other recovery measures.

For those wishing to contribute, the fund is able to provide charitable tax receipts. Donors can contribute securely online at tinyurl.com/3s752hp3.

The SCF noted it does not finance immediate frontline response efforts, but rather supports local organizations in their efforts to recover and rebuild while ensuring resources are directed to the areas of greatest need.

UNITED WAY FUND

The United Way is calling on British Columbians for help as they work with communities to support wildfire evacuees and those touched

by the province’s worst wildfire season in history.

United Way BC has launched its United for BC Wildfire Recovery Fund to mobilize resources and respond to the immediate and emerging needs.

The organization is also working closely with agencies in the community to support meal delivery initiatives for seniors who may find themselves confined indoors due to the thick wildfire smoke.

They will continue to focus on supporting the comprehensive recovery and rebuilding efforts for all affected regions as the wildfire season roars on.

Each dollar donated will be matched by Interior Savings and Gulf & Fraser, up to $20,000.

Visit the United for BC Wildfire Recovery Fund, online at uwbc. ca/campaign/wildfires, for more details.

CHIP IN AT LIQUOR STORES

Government liquor stores are also accepting donations to help those affected by wildfires.

Customers can donate while checking out at the till at any of the three government liquor stores in Kamloops: in Sahali in the Columbia Place Shopping Centre, in Westsyde in the Westsyde Shopping Centre and in North Kamloops next to Northills Centre.

OTHER AGENCIES HELPING

In addition to the above organizations, Food Banks BC (online at foodbanksbc.com), the Salvation

Army (online at salvationarmy. ca) and the Canadian Red Cross (redcross.ca) are collecting donations for the cause.

DONATE WISELY

Tips for donating carefully:

• Avoid giving cash or using wire transfer services. Cheques should be made out to an organization, not an individual.

• Donations made online should only be done on secure websites.

• When asked for donations (over the phone, through an email or in person), ask the canvasser for identification or printed information about the charity.

• Beware of high-pressure tactics. A legitimate charity will still be there tomorrow. Feel free to take the information and sleep on it.

• Do an internet search for the charity’s name and background.

• If you have concerns about the activities of a charitable organization, including its fundraising practices, call the Canada Revenue Agency: 1 877 442-2899.

KAMLOOPS THISWEEK

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AS FLAMES CREPT CLOSER, RESIDENTS FLED

Island is filling up with people who left their homes as fires approached in the Shuswap and Fraser Canyon

SEAN BRADY STAFF REPORTER sbrady@kamloopsthisweek.com

Wildfire evacuees have arrived on McArthur Island in Kamloops, with some saying evacuation orders came too late, while others left before being asked to do so, surprised they hadn’t been ordered out even sooner.

Dustin Carlisle and Dan Malanowich decided to leave their house in Scotch Creek on Friday afternoon (Aug. 18), before the order was given to evacuate.

“The fire wrapped around the back of the mountain just at the base of my backyard, so we got out of there before they even gave the order,” Malanowich said.

“I believe the order was a bit late,” Carlisle said.

The two were in Sorrento to try to see what was happening on the other side of the lake, but thick smoke prevented them from doing so. Malanowich tried to re-enter Scotch Creek to see if his home was still standing, but was turned around in bumper-to-bumper traffic at the intersection of Squilax-Anglemont Road and Scotch Creek Forest Service Road.

Carlisle said with the road closed, some people were stranded beyond Celista, with only boat evacuations possible from there.

The two were prepared to leave and had packed up important documents the day before, but even still, the evacuation came quickly.

“As for personal items and whatnot out of the house, there was really no time. It was just trying to get organized and sorted for it,” Malanowich said.

On Saturday, the pair was set up in

the McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre parking lot with their dogs and truck, among other evacuees who had come to register with Emergency Support Services.

The two spent the night in Barriere, which they said was well organized to receive evacuees and their pets.

“They were polite, courteous and got you in and out. Very smooth there,” Malanowich said, noting he hoped to return to the facility in Barriere on Saturday night.

Malanowich described their exit from the Shuswap as “frantic.”

“All alerts and everything were very slow. There was nobody doing door-to-door whatever, telling people to evacuate or anything,” he said.

The two were worried about the home and possessions they left behind.

“The worst part is not knowing if our house is still standing or not,” Carlisle said.

Malanowich said he isn’t expecting to hear detailed updates about each property, but said some aerial photos of the area from Scotch Creek to Celista would go a long way for those evacuated.

“It’s everything, so yeah, we’re worried,” he said.

Farther north, Lori Jones and Vic Bassett evacuated from the shores of Adams Lake at Adams Lake Estates.

Jones said she thinks authorities forgot to evacuate that area.

“The fire was basically on top of us before we even got the alert on our phones,” she said.

Jones said her neighbours were prepared to fight the fire themselves and she believes they managed to save the strata.

“We have fire hydrants in our neighbourhood and we all have water pumps, so we were a little bit prepared to fight the fire ourselves,” she said.

The couple left at about 1:30 p.m. on Friday afternoon. Jones described it as a “panicked” escape in pitch-black conditions due to the heavy smoke.

“There’s debris on the road and embers flying through the sky. They come in so fast,” Bassett recalled.

Prior to evacuating, the two had moved some of their belongings to a friend’s house in Chase. On Saturday, they were planning a return trip to that community to retrieve their items, fearing it may, too, come under evacuation order.

Jones said she knew of houses lost in the area, but not

within their complex.

“It’s ugly. Our house is standing, so we’re grateful for that. At least for now, we don’t know,” she said.

While out watering their home and yard to keep stray embers from igniting, Jones and Bassett recalled hearing the “roar” of the nearby fire.

“It was intense. It sounds like a big river, just roaring,” Bassett said.

Jones said the two had to yell over the sound of the fire in order to speak with one another while outside in their yard.

The two are expecting the worst in terms of how long they will be away from their home. Jones said her friends, who were evacuated on the other side of the lake, have been out of their home for 18 days thus far.

Jones also had a similar experience with how late the evacuation order came.

“The order came very late, but we knew. We could see it and thought we should get out,” she said.

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Shelley Agar left Chase on Friday evening. She said she could see the fire coming down the mountain and decided to go.

“You could just see the fire starting to come over the hill, on the side of the hill, and the highway was shut

Firefighters from Brazil met as a group outside MacArthur Island Sport and Event Centre on Saturday morning (Aug. 19). As they met, evacuees from wildfires to the west and east of Kamloops arrived at the emergency reception centre in the sports complex.

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down between Chase and Sorrento because the fire had crossed,” she said.

That’s when Agar and her family decided to leave.

“We have children with us, so we decided to leave before it was a panic,” she said.

Agar said there was a steady stream of traffic leaving Chase, but noted it was a calm drive into Kamloops, travelling at about 70 kilometres per hour.

She said she could feel the community on that road.

Agar said she is not worried about what she left behind.

“I’m not worried at all. Everything that’s important to us is here. Everything else is memories. We have the grandchildren, our child and the cat. So, at this point, that’s all that matters,” she told KTW

Agar and her family registered with ESS at McArthur Island on Friday night and were hoping to get a hotel room in the city on Saturday.

A provincial order announced on Saturday means hotel and motel rooms in Kamloops five other Interior communities are now reserved for evacuees and first responders, with tourists now in hotels and motels being urged to check out early and free up space.

Asked what advice she had for those who remained in Chase and other affected communities, Auger said not to wait.

“Stay safe and don’t wait until the last minute to leave,” she said. “It’s just not worth it.”

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CARIBBEAN CULTURE

The Caribbean Festival took place this past Saturday and Sunday in Riverside Park and was organized by the Kamloops Caribbean Cultural Society. Attendees enjoyed food, music and activities from the islands. For more photos, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com

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Distances

FAITH: THOUGHTS ON THE GOOD SHEPHERD

There is a line you can follow in the scriptures that carries the thought of a shepherd and his sheep.

In Genesis 4:2, we read of Adam and Eve’s second son, Abel, who is called a “keeper of sheep.”

Their first son is named Cain and the biblical record tells us Cain killed Abel. Cain killed his brother because God was pleased with a sacrifice of Abel’s but was displeased with a sacrifice of Cain’s.

You see, Cain offered the fruit of the ground, but Abel offered one of his sheep, shedding the blood — so God accepted Abel’s offering.

The long story of the death of one for another is traced throughout the Bible.

The sheep was slain instead of Abel. The sheep took Abel’s place.

To take a little side street regarding sheep in the Bible, we read in Isaiah 53:6 of us humans

JOHN EGGERS

You Gotta Have FAITH

being called sheep.

Verse 6 reads, “All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned everyone to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.”

This is referring to the death of Jesus for the sins of the world.

In John chapter 10:1-18, we read of another account of one who died. This portion of the scriptures is Jesus speaking of his own death.

He spoke of a sheepfold, which is an enclosure for sheep where the shepherd takes his sheep out to pasture.

There is danger from one who seeks to steal the sheep, but the shepherd seeks to protect the sheep. The sheep can discern the voice of their shepherd, so they seek to follow him.

Next, Jesus says he is the door of the sheep and those who are his sheep will follow him.

Concerning the door, Jesus says, “I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.”

Jesus then utters that grand statement, “I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd gives his life for the sheep.”

Jesus says he would give his life for the sheep. He would die for us as our saviour on the cross.

John 10:17-18 reads, “Therefore does my Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I might take it again. No

man takes it from me but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This commandment have I received of my Father.”

The good shepherd has laid down his life for the wandering sheep. The sheep need a saviour and this shepherd has given his life for all of us.

In a world where things are becoming less and less defined, where wrong is right and right is wrong, it is no wonder we can’t trust anything that says it is true.

It seems we don’t want to know what the truth is anymore; there are so many differing opinions.

It is no wonder people are afraid to trust anything or anyone.

For me, I believe God because He truly loved me and sent His son to die for me.

It is because He loved me and was willing to lay down His life as my saviour — and that this is real for me, so that I can rest my

full confidence in what He has done for me.

It is not just feelings. My faith is based on the finished work of the Lord Jesus.

Time is passing quickly and our opportunity to be saved is not going to be available forever. God has been so patient and He will wait a long time, but His patience will soon run out.  I’m not trying to scare anyone, but it is my conviction that Jesus will come to take me home to heaven soon.

Is he your saviour?

John Eggers is an elder in the assembly that meets in Westsyde Gospel Hall in Kamloops. KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be about 700 words in length and include a headshot of the author, along with a short bio on the writer.Email editor@kamloops thisweek.com.

PRIDE CELEBRATION

PRIDE WEEK UNDERWAY IN KAMLOOPS

Christianson said.

Pride week has begun in Kamloops, with events hosted by Kamloops Pride taking place each day, leading up to the finale on Sunday with the Kamloops Pride Parade.

Events include a movie night, a pair of dances, bingo, a drag storytime, drop-in art party and the annual Kamloops Pride Parade and Pride Festival.

Kamloops Pride

President Alyssa

Christianson said this is the first year the organization is offering a 55-plus event, with bingo being held on Thursday.

“This is the first time we’ve specifically targeted event for that population. It’ll bring some extra variety and designate some space for people in that community,”

Kamloops Pride hosts their pride week in August in order to fit in with other regional pride events, although it also hosts events during the international Pride Month in June.

Christianson said Pride is a year-round celebration, but the Kamloops Pride Parade is the premier event.

“It brings the biggest variety of people out into the community. That’s where we see our allies, we see people bringing their friends, maybe to their first pride parade ever,” she said.

The first Kamloops Pride Parade was held in 2017.

Last year, it is estimated that more than 5,000 were in attendance, Christianson said.

“I think it’s very important to continue having pride events. Especially the Pride Parade,” she said, noting

the importance of visibility among LGBTQ+ people in the community.

Kamloops-Thompson North MLA Peter Milobar spoke at Pride’s kick-off event on Monday, calling it an important week for the community.

“The amount of awareness that has built over the years that Pride has started in Kamloops, and the parade as a focal point that the week itself really does help our broader community, to not only understand the community, but make sure the community knows they are supported in Kamloops,” Milobar said.

Kamloops Coun. Bill Sarai said he’s encouraged when he sees rainbow colours fly throughout the city.

“When we see the rainbow it shows that we are not one to judge who we love. It

is up to each individual and we’ll support that,” he said.

One Pride event has been cancelled due to the ongoing wildfire situation in the region, with travel restrictions in place for several Interior cities, including Kamloops.

“We hope that, this week, we can offer some spaces for community connection, some moments of happiness for everyone in this time of hardship for many,” Christianson said.

The Kamloops Pride Parade will be held on Sunday, Aug. 27, in downtown Kamloops, with the Pride Festival immediately following in Riverside Park.

City sponsors Pride Parade, planning Pride swimming events for fall

The City of Kamloops is sponsoring the 2023 Kamloops Pride Parade and will have an official delegation marching downtown on Sunday, Aug. 27, with a strong contingent of staff taking part.

This is the city’s first time participating in the event, it noted in a release, reflecting a shift toward what the municipality hopes will be “an authentic and meaningful relationship with 2SLGBTQPIA+ residents.”

The city recently completed the process to have its facilities

certified as safe locations under the BC RCMP Safe Places pilot program in Kamloops. The program helps 2SLGBTQPIA+ community members easily identify and access inclusive places where they can find refuge and support if and when they face bullying or harassment. Certification involved specialized education and training for more than 130 frontline city staff and management.

“We are striving to walk the talk — not only in the parade, but every day in all the programs and services we offer,” said Tymmarah Mackie, the

city’s equity, diversity and inclusion coordinator. “All Kamloops residents have a right to feel safe and accepted in our community, and we acknowledge that our 2SLGBTQPIA+ residents face barriers to full engagement in city life that may be reduced with meaningful action.”

One initiative the city is launching this year is a set of free Pride swim events at Westsyde Pool and Fitness Centre in October. Special measures will be taken to train staff, alter change room signs and create safe spaces for indi -

viduals to wear the swimwear of their choice and be accepted as they are. The goals are to allow participants to have fun in a space that may not typically feel inviting for those who don’t conform to gender norms and to demonstrate to the community that the city is inclusive of all people.

The municipality is also partnering with the RCMP and local non-governmental organizations to host a Pride Week open house on Wednesday, Aug. 23. This event will be an opportunity for 2SLGBTQPIA+ community members to learn about com -

munity programs and initiatives designed to build inclusivity and create safe spaces. It will also provide an opportunity for residents to share feedback with the city and other invited organizations about the barriers and challenges they continue to face.

The open house will be held on the front lawn of Kamloops City Hall between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

If smoky conditions lead to postponement or a change of venue, that information will be posted on the city’s website at kamloops.ca/pride.

Pride president Alyssa Christianson during the Pride Week kick-off on Monday, Aug. 21.

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SUPERQUEEROES YOUTH DANCE

Wednesday, Aug. 23

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Kelson Hall, 330 St. Paul St.

Tickets: Free

Kamloops Pride will host a youth dance for those ages 18 and younger, with those in attendance encouraged to come dressed as their favourite queer icon or invent a superhero persona of their own. Allies are also welcome. The event is free, but registration can be done online via Eventbrite.

55-PLUS PRIDE BINGO

Thursday, Aug. 24 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Odd Fellows and Rebekah’s Hall, 423 Tranquille Rd.

Enjoy an afternoon of bingo, mingling and refreshments. Three rounds will be held over the twohour event. Cards are $2 each or three for $5. Prize pots will depend on the number of cards purchased.

DROP-IN ART PARTY

Thursday, Aug. 24 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Kamloops Art Party, 8-177 Tranquille Rd.

Tickets: $5, with pre-registration required

For those looking to get creative, Kamloops Pride will host a drop-in art party. Those in attendance can choose their medium, including ceramics, acrylics, watercolours, resin, paint pours or sculpting. Registration includes studio access and help from professional artists, with material costs extra. Register online at kamloopsartparty.com/events.

AUGUST 21-27 •

PARADE SUNDAY, AUGUST 27

PRIDE WEEK EVENTS PRIDE CELEBRATION

WEAR YOUR PRIDE DANCE

Friday, Aug. 25

8 p.m.

Kamloops Legion, 425 Lansdowne St.

Tickets: $15 to $20

A 19-plus Pride dance will be held on Friday, with those attending encouraged to dress in rainbow colours. The dance will have a “stop light” theme, with partyers choosing a glow stick that matches their preferences: green for single, red for socializing with peers, yellow for those hesitant to interact with new people and purple for those seeking nothing more than friendship. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

DRAG STORYTIME

Saturday, Aug. 25 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

North Kamloops Library, 693 Tranquille Rd.

Tickets: Free

Kamloops Pride will welcome two-spirit drag performer Ella Lamoureux of Kelowna, who will be reading two books to an all-ages audience. Books include 47,000 Beads by Angel Adeyoha and Koja Adeyoha and The Princes and the Treasure by Jeffey A. Miles.

ELLA’S DRAG BRUNCH

Saturday, Aug. 26

Noon

Bright Eye Brewing, 292 Tranquille Rd.

Tickets: $25

Ella Lamoreaux will return for Drag Brunch on Saturday at Bright Eye Brewing, joined by fellow drag performer Venus Kunt. The event is intended for those ages 16 and older. Minors must be present with a legal guardian. For tickets, go online to rebelliousunicorns.com.

FRUITCAKE: PRIDE

KAMLOOPS

Saturday, Aug. 26

8 p.m. (event), 7 p.m. (doors) Nightshift on 5th, 130 Fifth Ave.

Tickets: $21 to $39

An evening of dancing and music awaits at Pride’s club event, with a full lineup of queer DJs and drag performances. Ella Lamoreaux will host. Tickets are available online at rebelliousunicorns. com and dance-only tickets may be available at the door beginning at 10 p.m.

KAMLOOPS PRIDE PARADE

Sunday, Aug. 27 11 a.m. Seymour Street and Second Avenue

This year’s parade route will begin at Seymour Street and Second Avenue, travelling to Victoria Street before dispersing between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue.

KAMLOOPS PRIDE

FESTIVAL

Sunday, Aug. 27 Noon to 4 p.m. Riverside Park, Rotary Bandshell, 100 Lorne St. Tickets: Free

The Pride Festival will begin right after the Pride Parade ends, with artisans, organizations, businesses and performers in Riverside Park, as well as drag, musicians, DJs and other acts making use of the bandshell. There will also be a kids zone with activities and inflatable toys.

To register for events or for more information, go online to kamloopspride.com.

CANADA’S GARAGE

BEST IN THE WORLD

KATZBERG WINS GOLD IN HAMMER THROW

MARTY HASTINGS STAFF REPORTER sports@kamloopsthisweek.com

arketing brains would be smart to chase down world champion Ethan Katzberg.

The 21-year-old hammer thrower with the viking visage won gold and set (then raised) the Canadian record on the weekend at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary.

“If somebody wants to put my name on a cereal box, I’d love that,” Katzberg said with a laugh. “Now it might slowly be setting in — being up on the podium and listening to the Canadian anthem as somebody hands me a gold medal is a very, very great feeling.”

Katzberg threw 81.25 metres on Sunday, Aug. 20, to best his national record and reach the top of the podium at worlds, edging Olympic champion Wojciech Nowicki of Poland (81.02m). Katzberg is the youngest-ever men’s hammer throw world champion, the youngest medallist in the history of the event and the first Canadian male to reach the podium in the discipline at worlds.

Olympic bronze medallist shot putter Dylan Armstrong coaches

Katzberg. The Kamloops Track and Field Club (KTFC) duo was minutes removed from the medal ceremony in the Hungarian capital on Monday when they spoke to KTW.

M“It’s bananas here right now,” said Armstrong, head coach and throws coach for the KTFC. “It’s just incredible. It’s not supposed to happen, right?”

Katzberg, a 6-foot-6, 235pound Nanaimo product, moved to Kamloops in 2020 to train with Armstrong and learn from expert mentor Dr. Anatoliy Bondarchuk, who won gold in hammer throw for Ukraine at the 1972 Olympic Summer Games in Munich.

Katzberg, who arrived in the Tournament Capital with a personal-best mark of about 55 metres, won silver at the Commonwealth Games last summer in Birmingham, England, with a throw of 76.36m.

“That’s the question. Everybody is like, ‘What the heck?’” Armstrong said when asked about the eyepopping improvement.

“He’s talented. He’s tall and he’s fast. It’s a rare combo and he’s got a great head on his shoulders. When you have that combination and someone who is driven and has the discipline he has, the sky is the limit.”

Katzberg claimed the national title earlier this summer with a throw of 78.73m at the

Canadian Track and Field Championships in Langley and that mark was his personal best heading into the world championships.

Armstrong paid attention to the signs, including six wins in 12 events this year heading into worlds.

“The training has been there. The results have been there,” Armstrong said. “I was confident there was a chance to get a medal. Now, I didn’t know what colour, but I was pretty confident if everything went well that he might be able to pull it off. He went way beyond everyone’s expectations. To be the youngest hammer thrower to win a gold at world championships, it’s just incredible.”

Katzberg set the Canadian record — surpassing James Steacy (79.13m) — with a heave of 81.18m on Saturday to qualify for the final, the mark he surpassed to win gold. Television cameras caught Katzberg walking over to Armstrong and fistpumping after the mammoth throw, his fifth of six attempts in the final.

“I had thrown almost 80 metres three times. I knew I was definitely capable of a little more,” said Katzberg, who in 2023 is relishing his first complete experience of the international circuit.

“Dylan just told me to get after one and I did my best to do that.”

Ethan Katzberg of the Kamloops Track and Field Club was all smiles at the men’s hammer throw medal ceremony at the World Athletics Championships this past Monday in Budapest, Hungary.

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Paris Olympics looming

From A21

Katzberg said earlier this season he felt like a pretender on tour, still in awe of greats he emulates, such as Nowicki, Pawel Fajdek of Poland and Rudy Winkler of the U.S.

“I definitely think that’s maybe fading off, but that’s something that will take quite some time,” Katzberg said. “It hasn’t quite set in yet that I’m the world champion. You might have to ask me again in about a month or two.”

Katzberg trumpeted the importance of Armstrong, Bondarchuk, the KTFC and facilities in Kamloops to his success.

“Big thanks to the city of Kamloops for all they’ve given me and done for me,” Katzberg said. “It’s an unbelievable area. Big names come out of Kamloops.”

Armstrong finished

fourth at the 2008 Olympic Summer Games in Beijing, one spot behind Andrei Mikhnevich, the Belarusian who in 2013 was slapped with a lifetime ban for doping and stripped of his bronze medal in 2015. By the time bronze hung around Armstrong’s neck — seven years after the Beijing Olympics — opportunities for sponsorship

and endorsement deals had gone begging, along with his podium moment in China.

“Yeah, for sure,” Armstrong said. “It’s a little bit late, obviously. I guess it’s nice when you win. There are no real issues. He’ll [Katzberg] be fine and I’m sure he’ll get a few opportunities coming his way. We’re working on some deals right now. His agent will handle a lot of that for us and we’ll move forward going to the Paris [2024 Olympics] next year.”

Armstrong’s pupil got his gold medal moment on Sunday.

Perhaps Shreddies will call soon.

“World champion on top of a national record — it’s a great feeling,” Katzberg said. “There is the Pan American Games coming up in November, but Paris is the big one. It’s the big one.”

Tournament Capital Classic growing

Tournament Capital Strength and Conditioning owner Kent Aitchison saw room to pounce in 2021, a scant calendar for crossfit events amid loosening pandemic gathering restrictions.

The first annual Tournament Capital Classic was held that year and featured 39 athletes. The event has blossomed since then, with a sellout group

of 128 crossfitters expected to participate on Saturday, Aug. 26, at the TCC.

“Part of it was an opportunist thing,” Aitchison said. “I thought COVID was over in that summer of 2021, so I wanted to get ahead of the curve in putting an event on the calendar for people in crossfit to look at

because no one else was ramping anything up.

“We’ve had two years of getting our brand out and doing a good job. There’s been some word of mouth. All of these other ones [competitions] we normally compete with are just trying to get in their first year post-pandem-

ic, so we kind of had a leg up on everybody.”

The bulk of the action will take place between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. in the TCC fieldhouse, where spectators can watch from bleachers.

Athletes from across the province will participate, including many from Kamloops.

A prize purse of $3,500 will be split between winners of categories.

“It should be one of the largest events in Western Canada this year for crossfit competitions,” Aitchison said.

“We make it feel like a big deal.”

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KIBIHT to have European entry

MARTY HASTINGS STAFF REPORTER sports@kamloopsthisweek.com

Overseas representation is returning to the Kamloops International Bantam Ice Hockey Tournament (KIBIHT) in 2023.

Rob Fryer, who is among tournament directors, told KTW an under-15 club from Romania, recruited by Bob Dever, will be in the sizeable field of teams — 56 of them if all goes to plan.

“Huge,” Fryer said. “It would be the biggest tournament we’ve had combined. It’ll be quite large.”

The last time a non-U.S. international team competed at KIBIHT was in 2017, when an Italian squad toiled in the tier 1 division.

In 2016, a Hungarian team rolled into town and produced an unforgettable moment, with 15-year-old Laszlo Horvath stepping in to sing his country’s anthem when the public-

address system went wonky. Laszlo’s rendition of the song went viral and has more than 800,000 views on YouTube.

The Romanian entry is putting the “international” back in KIBIHT, which will run from Friday, Dec. 15, to Tuesday, Dec. 19, at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre, Valleyview Arena, Brock Arena, Sandman Centre and Memorial Arena.

“It adds to the prestige and it definitely brings in other teams when they see that, “Oh, they’re serious about this tournament. It’s not just another tournament,’” Fryer said. “We’re pretty excited about that.”

The plan is to have three

16-team divisions — U15 AA Tier 1 Randy Lindros, U15 A Tier 2 Founders and U15 A Tier 3 — and an eight-team U15 Female A division.

Fryer, who noted the tier 3 division may not achieve its 16-team maximum, is confident the female division will reach capacity.

“We brought in the U18 females quite a number of years ago and, in all honesty, it wasn’t very successful,” Fryer said. “But there is an appetite for the U15 females this year and we want to try and include them in the program. They’re going to be a big part of it this year.”

This year’s tourney will run during the same week as the

December 2022 event, a preChristmas offering.

“A lot of the feedback we got was people want to be home at Christmastime and didn’t want to have to rush out the door for a Christmas tournament,” Fryer said, noting organizers are searching for volunteers and future board members.

“The feedback we got last year was to keep the dates. That’s what we’ve done. Registration is open and we’re getting a lot of teams in.”

The Thompson Blazers are expected to compete in the tier 1 division and Kamloops representatives will be in action in each of the other three divisions, Fryer said.

“We’re always trying to think of innovative ways and make it fun,” he said. “A lot of it is nostalgia. We have a lot of people who played in the tournament and they want their boys to play in it, as well, because they had a good experience. We want to keep the tournament going.”

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Broncos remain winless

The Kamloops Broncos have dropped their first three games of the B.C. Football Conference campaign.

Receivers Kayle Cowley and Jerome Erickson had touchdowns for the hometown Prince George Kodiaks in a 25-11 victory over the Broncos this past Saturday at Masich Stadium.

Kamloops, which is playing its first five games of the season on the road due to renovations at Hillside Stadium, is slated to square off against the Rams in Langley on Saturday, Aug. 26.

Okanagan was slated to host Langley (1-1) this past weekend, but the game was postponed due to wildfires and poor air quality in the area, along with evacuation alerts and orders.

WolfPack smoked out

The TRU WolfPack women’s soccer team will no longer open its Canada West season on home turf.

Air quality concerns and a travel ban to wildfire zones have led to a location change for two weekend matches that were originally scheduled to be played at Hillside Stadium.

TRU and Mount Royal University of Calgary will square off on Friday, Aug. 25, at Trinity Western University in Langley.

The Pack and Victoria Vikes will play on Saturday, Aug. 26, at UBC in Vancouver. Both games are slated to kick off at 4 p.m.

The Okanagan Sun of Kelowna and Westshore Rebels of Langford are the league’s remaining undefeated teams, with matching 3-0 records.

The Valley Huskers of Chilliwack are 3-1, the Kodiaks are 1-2, the Broncos are 0-3 and the Vancouver Island Raiders of Nanaimo are 0-4.

Fundraiser at Norbrock

The second annual Special Olympics Kamloops softball fundraiser will take place on Sunday, Sept. 10, at Norbrock Stadium.

Team Special Olympics will square off against Team First Responders, with the event slated to run from

2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Entrance is by donation. Refreshments and snacks will be sold at a cash-only concession.

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Emily Clark (right) and the TRU WolfPack will have to wait to make their home debut in 2023. Canada West has made schedule changes.

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LOCAL NEWS

Restrictions bring water usage down

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Kamloops residents appear to be abiding by new watering restrictions implemented by the city.

The municipality surpassed its goal of using 25 per cent less water than the summer of 2022’s weekly average (315,925 cubic metres), according to a weekly water use report dated Aug. 21.

According to the city’s data, water usage the past week was at a volume of 223,953 cubic metres — nearly 13,000 cubic metres less than its average weekly water use target of 236,943 cubic metres for this summer.

On Aug. 14 when new restrictions took effect, Kamloops’ weekly summer water usage was at 378,169 cubic metres. In a week, it dropped more than 154,000 cubic metres (nearly 41 per cent) to the 223,953 cubic-metre mark.

“In our first week of restrictions, we accomplished that 25 per cent reduction,” city utility services manager Greg Wightman said. “We want to see that it’s sustainable and, ideally, we’d love to see that we get to a point where we’re hitting a 30 or 35 per cent reduction.”

If Kamloops residents can continue

reducing water usage, the city may consider lifting some restrictions, such as allowing drip irrigation, Wightman said.

Community services (bylaws) officers have transitioned from education to enforcement of watering restrictions through ticketing. However, to date, no tickets have been issued. Wightman said the officers have made upwards of 75 house visits, speaking to people about complying with restrictions and ensuring compliance without fines. Wightman said as long as the province

Town hall talk continues

MICHAEL POTESTIO STAFF REPORTER michael@kamloopsthisweek.com

The city’s new community engagement select committee is asking council to approve a town hall pilot project to meet the goal of connecting directly with residents.

At its inaugural meeting on Monday, Aug. 21, the select committee — consisting of councillors Dale Bass (chair), Katie Neustaeter and Bill Sarai — approved the pilot project, its hybrid format, number of meetings, evaluation criteria and budget.

Staff presented an overview of the pilot project for the select committee to recommend to council.

Six town hall meetings will be held in various neighbourhoods, each comprising between 15 and 20 per cent of the city’s population. The town halls are to be based around the four priorities of council’s strategic plan, but will include the participation of all city directors. The four strategic plan priorities are safety and security, governance and service excellence, livability and sustainability and economic health and advocacy.

The hybrid format of the meetings will see an overview of council’s strategic plan presented, followed by attendees moving around four stations pertaining to council’s strategic plan.

At those stations, facilitators will seek

input from attendees on what is working well, ideas and opportunities for improvement and where council should focus its advocacy. Facilitators will then report back on the general themes heard at each station. An open mic session with city council will then follow.

The meetings will be advertised and questions collected via corresponding neighbourhood associations.

Following the half-dozen in-person meetings — to be held once per month beginning in October, with the exception of December — a virtual meeting will be held via Zoom in order to capture those who could not attend meetings in person. There will also be an option for people to give their neighbourhood feedback on their own time via the city’s Let’s Talk webpage. The in-person meetings are not expected to be live-streamed.

The bill for the town halls is expected to be $20,000 to run, plus extra costs if council opts for advertising, to be funded via council’s contingency fund. The costs associated with the meetings include facility rentals (if the municipality does not own the venue), audio/visual services, moderator services and refreshments.

No dates and times have yet been set for the meetings, but city communications manager Kristen Rodrigue advised public hearings are usually held weekday evenings. She envisions these town hall meetings being held between 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

has Kamloops in level 5 drought severity — the most critical level — the city needs to maintain its irrigation restrictions.

“That’s the challenge. We’ve done it for one week. It’s incredible what the community was able to pull off, but we do need it to be sustained,” he said.

Kamloops has never before been at Level 5 drought severity. At this level, adverse impacts to the environment are considered almost certain.

On Aug. 14, the City of Kamloops banned

all automatic outdoor watering and irrigation use, limiting watering to hand-held nozzles. Also prohibited is residential car washing (unless done for safety reasons) and pressure washing for aesthetic reasons.

Wightman said the restrictions were enacted in an effort to leave more water in the depleted Thompson Rivers to aid river depth and temperature for salmon and other fish populations.

“Any little bit of water we can have in those rivers right now is going to help,” he said.

Water usage in Kamloops has been trending downwards since mid-July, when weekly usage was nearly 500,000 cubic metres. Since that time, Mayor Reid HamerJackson issued an advisory, asking residents to conserve water. The municipality reduced its own irrigation by 25 per cent.

Wightman said the volume measurements included in the weekly report are based on the total amount of water drawn out of the South Thompson River to be treated at its water treatment plant east of Pioneer Park. He said the system is automated, noting if the reservoirs and pump systems across the city’s distribution are not calling for water, not as much is pulled out of the river.

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YOU HAVE:

• Strong understanding of goal-oriented sales

• Passion to help your customers build successful print and digital campaigns

• A creative approach to problem-solving

• Strong, genuine customer service skills

• The ability to build strategic marketing campaigns

• Brand awareness

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To be flexible and adaptable to changing client needs

• Passion to help your customers drive new business and meet their long term goals

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Company benefits

• Professional print & digital training

• Competitive compensation based on previous experience

Interested applicants should send or email resume to:

Liz Spivey, Sales Manager

Kamloops This Week

1365-B Dalhousie Drive

Kamloops B.C. V2C 5P6

liz@kamloopsthisweek.com

Q’wemtsin Health Society (QHS) is an assembly of health care professionals who believe in providing quality, client-centred care to our Secwépemc communities through the provision of holistic health services Located at the hear t of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc our clinic acts as a one-stop health shop for community members Over the last 22 years, becoming a pivotal agent in suppor ting health and wellness for the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, Skeetchestn Indian Band and Whispering Pines/Clinton Indian Band

Purpose:

To conduct routine building and grounds inspections for two health clinics: completing minor repairs and general maintenance, coordinating contracted work through outside service providers, and maintaining proper documentation and repor ting

Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine safety and maintenance inspections of buildings and grounds

• Conduct routine building and grounds maintenance

• Complete small repairs around building and proper ty

• Coordinate contracted services for maintenance and repairs

• Oversee the maintenance and repairs of company fleet

• Par ticipate as a member of the Occupational Health and Safety Team

• Assemble furniture and safely mount wall fixtures

• Keep building and grounds tidy and organized

• Ensuring safe access to the building in winter by clearing snow and spreading salt on walkways and parking area(s); this must be completed prior to regular office hours and as needed throughout the day

Qualifications & Skills:

• Mechanically inclined; exhibits knowledge of tools, common appliances, and repairs

• Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills

• Punctual, reliable, and dependable

• Knowledge of and ability to comply with health and safety regulations

• Personable and friendly with staff and clients

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Knowledge of Secwépemc culture is an asset, acknowledges cultural differences and suppor ts diversity

Additional Requirements:

• Possess valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license and submit current drivers abstract

• Complete and clear the Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment

Please forward your cover letter and resume along with three employment references to:

Q’wemtsín Health Society

Attn: Bobbi Sasakamoose

130 Chilcotin Road

Kamloops, BC V2H 1G3

E-mail: bobbi@qwemtsin org

The deadline for this posting is: September 4, 2023

We thank you all for your submissions, only qualified candidates will be contacted

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MemoryLovingOf GERALDINE (GAY) DESIREAU

October 24, 1932August 23, 2014

Nine years have passed since you have left us and our hear ts still ache from missing you You are gone but never forgotten.

Love from your family, Deane, Deanna, Janis, Sandra and Ted

In Loving Memory of SANDY COOK

In Loving Memory of Donna Leanne MacLeay

August 24, 2022

My mind knows you are in a better place where there is no pain.

You are at peace.

October 26, 1942 – August 20, 2021

Time slips by and life goes on But from our hear ts you are never gone We think and talk about you always Deep in our hear ts, a memor y is kept To love, to cherish, to never forget.

Craig, Hayley, Pat, Angie, John & Family

I understand that I just wish I could explain it to my heart

You were my greatest hello, my saddest goodbye and the biggest “what if” I will question all my life.

Two things I’ll never forget, the way you looked at me the first time and the last time.

Sometimes I just look up, smile, and say I know that was you Hope you and your fur babies, Brodie and Maddie are enjoying forever walks in ankle deep water and basking in sunshine. Also, that you received an amazing “Wheaton Greetin”

Forever missed by all your dog walking friends, your R.I.H O.R family, your fur baby Tucker and most of all by Rod and his daughters Jayme and Madison & family

In Loving Memory of Daniel Leon Urquhart-Ecob

Daniel passed away unexpectedly on April 11, 2023, at the age of 34 and was taken from this world before his time.

Daniel is survived by his parents Kim and Tony, his siblings Brendan, Ryan, Skyla, and Jayden, his grandparents Marie and George, and his beloved dog Weiser

Daniel was born on August 18, 1987 in Nottingham, England; however, he lived the majority of his life in Canada. Daniel was charming, funny, and truly cared for those he loved. He had made an impact on many people's lives and showed true compassion for those in need. Daniel had a heart of gold and will be truly missed by all.

May Daniel rest in peace.

I’d like to end with a favourite quote of Daniel’s:

“How we walk with the broken speaks louder than how we sit with the great.”, Bill Bennot.

Albert (Bert) Thorne

Albert (Bert) Thorne was born in Leduc, Alberta and spent his childhood living in Millet, Alberta where his parents had a farm.

At the age of 21, he left the farm and moved to Red Deer, where he started a painting business with his brother Don. In 1953, Bert met his future wife Ruth (Kolm) and they were married in 1955. In 1958 they moved to Dawson Creek, BC, where Bert and his partner, Gordie Wagner started a painting business.

Ship The

In Loving Memory of Alfred John Spencer

Celebrate the lives of loved ones with your stories, photographs and tributes on legacy.com/obituaries/nsnews

In 1964 Bert & Ruth moved to Kamloops where Ruth continues to reside to this day Bert continued with painting when he got to Kamloops, but later moved on to other careers with Forestry and BC Parks.

September 25, 1928 – August 19, 2018

Obituaries Obituaries

Celebrate the lives of loved ones with your stories, photographs and tributes on I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is on object of beauty & strength & I stand & watch her, until at length, she is only a speck of white cloud just wheret he seas & sky meet and mingle with each other. Then someone at my side exclaims, “There, she’s gone!”

Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all. She is just as large as she was when she left my side & just as able to bear her load of living freight to the place of her destination. Her diminished size is in me, not her.

And just at the moment when someone at my side says she is gone, there are other eyes watching for her coming and other voices ready to take up the glad shout “There she comes!”.

by Henry Van Dyke

Deeply missed Forever in our hearts

Joan, Brad, Daryl, Linda and Courtney

Q. Cremation container versus Urn; what’s the difference?

A. Before cremation Murray must go into a container that meets BC legal requirements. That’s the cremation container The urn holds Murray’s ashes following cremation.

Bert was an active and passionate member of the Kamloops curling community and was made a Life Member of the Kamloops Curling Club. Each winter, he chased the Holy Grail of a provincial curling championship, coming oh-so close on so many occasions. Finally, in 1982, he teamed with Kelly Carin, George Stringer and Bus Ellis to win the B.C. Senior Men’s Championship. Wearing the Team B.C. sweater that he cherished so much, Bert and his team would go on to win a bronze medal at the 1982 Canadian Senior Men’s Championship in Charlottetown, P.E.I.

In 1988 Bert retired, and for many years to come he enjoyed fishing, golf and camping with his lifelong love & his friends. Bert & Ruthie also spent 10 years traveling south, snow birding in Arizona and spending time in Yuma & Mexico.

Bert is predeceased by his parents Jim & Edith Thorne and his brother Don.

He is survived by his loving wife Ruth, and numerous nieces and nephews

Bert passed away quietly on July 28, 2023 with his loved ones at his side.

Never Quit

When things go wrong as they sometimes will, When the road you’re trudging seems all uphill When funds are low and debts are high And you want to smile, but you have to sigh, When care is pressing down a bit, Rest if you must, but don’t you quit. Success is failure turned inside out –

The silver tint of the clouds of doubt, And you never can tell how close you are, It may be near when it seems so far, So, stick to the fight when you’re hardest hit –It’s when things seem worst that You must not quit!

In Loving Memory of Mark Joseph Miller

November 30, 1968 - July 29, 2023

A loving husband to Sheri Bonnycastle, A loving father to Ryan (Bree) Miller, Brady (Jorja) Miller, loving stepfather to Brittany (Allan) Bonnycastle, Justine (Kyle) Vickery, A loving grandfather to new baby Olivia Miller, Trey and Theo Bonnycastle, A loving brother to Linda (Ed) Walker, Peter (Sandy) Miller, Paul (Janice) Miller

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date due to the wildfires.

Vicki Lynn Stanley

Vicki was born in Quesnel on March 16, 1953 and passed away on August 10, 2023 in Kamloops.

Vicki fought a long, hard brave battle before she didn't have any fight left.

She is survived by her sister Penny Cody (Terry), her two sisters-in-law Jackie Savard and Lenora Savard. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews and her beloved dog Bella.

Vicki loved travel, gardening, beaches, her family and looking for treasures at garage sales and thrift shops. She had many friends and was good at keeping in touch.

Happy travels Vicki, we will miss you.

Luigi (Lou) Capone

December 2, 1952 - August 8, 2023

With heavy hearts the family of Lou Capone announces his sudden passing at the age of 70. He is survived by his spouse Lori Taylor, sons Jonathan (Laura) and Adam, siblings Joe (Karen), Maria, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren, affectionately known as Nonno.

Born in Belgium, he immigrated to Canada at age 4 with his family and settled in Kamloops. He pursued education at Cariboo College and UBC, working many years for the City of Kamloops.

He was active with many passions such as fitness, sports, music, and collectibles, a highlight being his Book store (L.A. Comics) on Victoria St. He was involved in several bands and loved the informal times with his musician family He was the goto guy for advice, a trusted “consigliere” to all his family and friends, known for his empathy, wisdom, and kindness.

During retirement he enjoyed trips to Europe and Arizona/Nevada with his siblings. A Celebration of Lou's life will be held September 2, 2023, 1:00 p.m. at the Colombo Lodge in Kamloops.

Donations in Lou's memory may be made to Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of British Columbia. www.canadahelps.org

Beatrice Salvati

With great sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Our beloved mother, Beatrice Salvati on August 15th 2023. Beatrice was also a Nonna, sister, aunt and friend to many and will be deeply missed.

Beatrice is survived by her daughters Giuseppina (Joe) Racic and Jessica (Daniel) Leone; and seven grandchildren Damiano, Mateo, Stefan, Stella Racic along with Giada, Vincenzo and Ilaria Leone. Her grandchildren were her everything and she cherished every moment with them. She will also be deeply missed from all her siblings, in-laws, nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her loving husband Vincenzo, her parents Pasquale and Carmela Caligiuri as well as her infant daughter Tina.

Service for prayers was held on Tuesday, August 22nd at 6:00 pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 635 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops. The Funeral will be Wednesday, August 23rd at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery All are welcome to join the family at Colombo Lodge at 1:00 pm for food and beverages and Celebration of Life.

Condolences may be expressed at SchoeningFuneralService.com

Margaret (Peggy) Johnston

Peggy passed away peacefully August 10, 2023 age 91. Peggy was born in Penticton June 7, 1932, the first child of Hugh and Muriel (Wilson) Johnston. Survived by her brother Bill (Pat), nieces and nephews Shaun, Craig (Dana), Clark (Debbie), and Claire (Jamie) and great nephew and nieces Aaron, Lily and Robyn.

Peggy graduated from Penticton Secondary, went to Normal School for teacher training, and later completed an Education degree from UBC. Peggy taught elementary classes in Keremeos, Trail, Penticton, and Nanaimo before settling in Kamloops in 1962. After 35 years of teaching, Peggy retired in 1988.

Peggy was passionate about music. She played the piano, taught music to her students, attended the Kamloops Symphony and the Vancouver opera. Peggy loved gardening, fishing and travelling - from solo road trips, to bus trips, to longer excursions.

Special thanks to her family physician Dr Sophie Weimar, her kind and supportive friends and neighbours in Kamloops, and the caring staff of the Village at Mill Creek in Kelowna.

A generous and caring person, always willing to lend a hand, Peggy will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Memorial donations may be made to the Kamloops Symphony or to a charity of your choice. Peggy’s celebration of life will be Friday, September 8, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Romeo’s Studio, the Coast Hotel, 1250 Rogers Way, Kamloops.

Lloyd Francis Plummer ("Big Lou")

March 28, 1944 - August 7, 2023

In the early morning of August 7, 2023, with his wife Mary by his side, Lloyd passed away at Ponderosa Lodge, Kamloops, BC after suffering a massive stroke. His health began to decline in 2018 after two major strokes and since that time he has both triumphed over, and struggled with many challenges. He spent the last 4 years in Ponderosa Lodge where he was given respectful and loving care, and the hospice care he received over the last few days of his life was exceptional.

Lloyd was born in Winnipeg and spent his childhood in Northern Ontario and Fort William, Ontario before moving to Lac La Hache as a teenager where he met his future wife Mary They moved to Vancouver, married in 1966, and then in 1977 with three kids in tow, moved to Kamloops to escape the never ending rain in North Vancouver It was a very good move.

In Kamloops, Lloyd was a long-term manager for his good friends Mark and Ellen Brown at Northern Trailer After retirement in 2010 his cherished hobby was spending time at ‘Cowboy Action’ events around the province; his cowboy handle was fittingly BIG LOU!

He was a faithful member of the Catholic Church and in earlier days became Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. He was a 1st Nations person and a proud member of the Fort William Indian Band in Ontario.

Lloyd is survived by his loving wife Mary, children Lara (Tim), Treena (Walter), Adam (Danielle), grandchildren Cade and Cassie, and sisters Marlene, Sherry, Darlene and Carol.

He is predeceased by his mother Margaret, his father Owen who died fighting overseas in WW2, and brothers Jimmy, Michael and Kimberly

An informal Celebration of Life- with refreshments - will be held on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Old Kamloops Yacht Club, 1140 Lorne Street. Please bring your children too. Lloyd’s ‘guest book’ will be available for your comments, and in place of flowers, donations to Respite Program at Ponderosa Lodge would be very welcomed.

Heather Sinclair

September 17, 1957 - August 11, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Heather Crystal Sinclair, loving mother, partner, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend. Heather passed away on August 11th, 2023, surrounded by loved ones, after a 14 month battle with ALS.

Heather is lovingly survived by her partner, George, and three children, Norman (Corey), Tammie (Leonard), and Shari-Ann. She is adored by her eight grandchildren, Bradey, Hailey, Paige, Markus, Austin, Jacob, Josh, and Dax. She is cherished by her siblings, Melody (Glen), Roger (Jacki), and Danny (Laurie Ann). Along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Heather was predeceased by her beloved mother Elaine and sister Maureen.

Heather was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and relocated to Kamloops, BC as a young adult. She was extremely hard working, patient, and the kindest woman you could have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Heather spent many years in the community service sector, bringing care to clients in need. She was an avid dart player and was a dedicated volunteer for the senior games. She loved to go camping and spend time in the outdoors. Heather was loved by so many and she deeply cherished the time she spent with her family

While the passing of Heather leaves great sadness in the lives of those that knew her, she is also leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Please join family and friends as we celebrate Heather ’s life. A celebration of life will be held at the North Shore Community Centre, 452 - 730 Cottonwood Ave, on August 26th, 2023 at 1:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the ALS Society of Canada in Heather ’s honor

David Alfred Wyndam Boon

24 Jan 1927 - 13 August 2023

Dad passed away peacefully in Kamloops on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at the age of 96

He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife Joan, son Alan (Shirley), daughter Ann, grandsons Josh (Kara) and Justin, granddaughter Alanna (Tyler), great-grandson Theo, his sister Lorna, sister-in-law Carin, and many special nephews, nieces and cousins, along with many special friends.

Dad was predeceased by his sister Joy Boon, and his brother Tom Boon, sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Norah and Lorne Kersey, as well as his parents Charles and Ann Boon, and his in-laws Percy and Anna Feast.

Dad was born in Penticton on January 24, 1927. He grew up in Banff and that is where his life long love of the mountains began. Soon enough at age 16 he found in Banff his true love, Joan who visited each summer from Vancouver with her family

Dad and Mom married in Vancouver on October 8, 1948 at the age of 21. He attended UBC during this time graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Next it was medical school and soon a general practice in Whitehorse, Yukon. He was very proud to deliver about 300 babies during his 4 years there. The family grew with Alan and Ann during this time.

Dad went on to pursue a specialty in Ear Nose and Throat, again attending UBC, and moving to Kamloops in 1966, to set up his practice. He was very fortunate to have been able to take his skills to many places around the world, volunteering in Nepal numerous times, Fiji, Kenya, and Australia. He and Joan also spent over 2 years working in the United Arab Emirates. Along the way they made some very good friends.

His love of the mountains led to all types of skiing, hiking and mountain climbing in Canada and wherever he travelled. Dad skied until he was 95 years old and walked every day until his health prevented him from doing so.

At the age of 70 Dad learned to play the violin and went on to make many violins. Dad loved to paint, bird watch and garden. He excitedly entered some of his vegetables in the Knutsford Fall Fair along with one of his beautiful handmade violins – both winning him top prizes one year

For years he made his own fruit wines, and up until he could no longer stay in his home, he made his famous Jungle Juice! Dad also had a love of flying and enjoyed taking his float plane to many local lakes to fish.

Our family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to the amazing and caring staff at Kamloops Seniors Village. We would also like to give special thanks to Dr Michael Wilson and Dr Andrew Wynne for all of their care and support. We also want to acknowledge Dad’s many loyal friends; Ivan and Sabita and George and Lise who were frequent supports and Rick who was a great friend and fellow skier who took the time out to spend hours visiting Dad.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dad’s honour to the Alzheimer's Society of B.C. Box 277 Station M, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 5K6, or online to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of BC.

You may offer a message of condolence to Obituary@DrakeCremation.com for the Boon Family

In Loving Memory

Margaret Berniece Graham (Crowe)

July 2, 1928- August 14, 2023

Margaret was the mother of 4, grandmother of 4 and great-grandmother of 2 She loved living, cared about everyone and will be missed by all she touched Be

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