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The searing heat in June 2021 led to many sidewalks in Kamloops buckling, including this one in Southgate, on Dalhousie Drive, just north of Notre Dame Drive. The BC Coroners Service cited 619 heat-related deaths in the province — six of which were in Kamloops — between June 25 and July 1, 2021. On June 29, 2021, the mercury reached 47.3 C in Kamloops, the hottest temperature ever recorded in the city. DAVE EAGLES/KTW

Turn to PAGE A11 for information on the BC Coroners Service report regarding the 619 deaths connected to last year’s heat dome.

HEAT ALERT SYSTEM READY FOR SUMMER SEAN BRADY STAFF REPORTER sbrady@kamloopsthisweek.com

he province has rolled out a new heat preparedness plan that, so far, includes adding heat alerts to the Alert Ready system. Prior to the announcement, the province used Alert Ready to notify the public about wildfires, floods, amber alerts, civil emergencies and tsunamis. But whereas those kinds of alerts will be sent out at the request of local governments, the new heat alerts will be sent by the new B.C. Heat Committee, according to Minister of Public Safety Mike Farnworth, who announced the changes on Monday (June 6). Farnworth said the province “needed to take a hard look” at heat preparedness fol-

lowing last year’s deadly heat dome, which claimed more than 600 lives across the province at the end of June. The B.C. Heat Alert Response System, or B.C. HARS, will trigger at certain temperature thresholds based on region. The system will alert via two signals, a heat warning and an extreme heat emergency. In the Interior, heat warnings will be sent when the daytime temperature is expected to be 35 C or higher and the overnight temperature is forecast to be 19 C or higher. Similarly, the Lower Mainland will see warnings at 29 C daytime and 17 C overnight, the Fraser Valley at 32 C and 18 C and the North at 29 C and 17 C. According to Environment Canada weather data, Kamloops has seen 55 days where the mercury hit 35 C or higher in the past five

years, including 14 in June, 23 in July and 18 in August. Alerts for extreme heat emergencies will be broadcast-intrusive, meaning they will interrupt TV and radio broadcasts and sound an alarm on mobile phones. The province is also working on an extreme heat preparedness guide, detailing ways to cope with the heat and how to stay safe. The guide was prepared by the BC Centre for Disease Control and will be available in multiple languages. The government has made the $189-million Community Emergency Preparedness Fund available to local governments and First Nations, which have until June 24 to apply for funding that can cover issues such as identifying heat-vulnerable groups and regions and providing transportation

to and from cooling centres. Health Minister Adrian Dix said the heat dome had a “profound effect” and showed that more needed to be done. He pledged “much more communication” and recognized the vulnerability of those with mobility issues or other conditions that might keep them from accessing local resources during extreme heat. A BC Coroners Service report on last year’s heat dome was released on Tuesday. It found 619 deaths related to the heat between June 25 and July 1, 2021, with two-thirds of fatalities involving those ages 70 and older. The report calls for the identification and support of vulnerable populations and strategies to address longer-term risk. It also identified the need for a co-ordinated heat alert response system, much like the one announced by the province on Monday.

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Council Calendar The public, media, delegations, and staff are encouraged to participate in meetings virtually through Zoom or to observe through the City YouTube channel.

We’re ready to share our draft plan, and we want your feedback! Take our survey or join us at a community workshop. • Virtual Community Workshop - Tuesday, June 21, 5:30–7:30 pm on Zoom. • In-Person Community Workshop - Wednesday, June 22, 5:30– 7:30 pm, McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration is required. • Complete an online survey and enter to win a gift package. Survey open until June 30. • Email comments - review the draft plan online and email us your comments. Find the draft plan and all of the details and links for the events and the survey at:

June 9, 2022 2:00 pm - Community Services Committee June 13, 2022 10:00 pm - Development and Sustainability Committee June 14, 2022 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting June 27, 2022 10:00 pm - Finance Committee

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MORE WAYS TO PAY PROPERTY TAXES AND UTILITY BILLS Paying bills is never fun, but it can be easy. In 2022, the City is adding ways to pay property tax and utility payments to give you more options and hopefully take less time out of your day. • There is now an additional place to pay in person—the Tournament Capital Centre, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–3:30 pm • There is also an additional dropbox location—Westsyde Pool and Fitness Centre. Check your property tax notice for a full list of payment options and locations. Paying your property taxes online is quick, easy, and good for the environment! Did you know that you can pay your taxes and utilities online with Visa or Mastercard at Kamloops.ca/Payment? A non-refundable, 1.75% service fee applies. Check with your bank as they may also have phone or online banking options to pay property taxes from the comfort of your home without service fees.

PESTICIDE BYLAW Did you know Pesticide Use Control Bylaw No. 26-4 prohibits the use of pesticides on lawns, flowers, and ornamental trees and shrubs on residential properties. Before using an allowed pesticide, there are a number of treatment options to consider. What are the exceptions to the bylaw on residential properties? • Fruit trees and vegetable gardens • Noxious weeds and insects • Hard landscapes (e.g. patios and sidewalks) • Excluded pesticides (visit website for full details) If you have unused domestic pesticides that do not meet the bylaw exceptions, you may take the contents to the Mission Flats Landfill for proper disposal. Learn more on which lower-risk pesticides are allowed, excluded pesticides, and which weeds must be controlled at: Kamloops.ca/PesticideBylaw

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A cool and wet spring has made for a good start to this year’s wildfire season, but pockets of dry areas remain in some parts of the province. Meanwhile, Minister of Forests Katrina Conroy said the province is ready for the coming fire season, following additional funding for the B.C. Wildfire Service that will include some of the $416 million committed by the federal government to help shore up response and boost recovery. Temperatures in May were two to three degrees cooler than average, according to BC Wildfire Service lead forecaster Matt MacDonald, who presented the latest seasonal outlook on June 3. Other risk factors, such as lightning, have also been favourable. Typically, MacDonald said, the province sees upwards of 16,000 lightning strikes in May, but this year recorded about 3,000. Those lightning strikes account for 35 fire starts each year in May, on average, he said. But pockets of drier-than-normal conditions have persisted in the southern Cariboo, Thompson-Okanagan and Rocky Mountain Trench areas, One metric used in the Canadian Forest Fire Weather Index (FWI) System is the build-up index (BUI). The numeric rating is a measurement of the total amount of fire fuel available for combustion. As of June 3, the BUI map shows small pockets of heavy buildup in the southeastern Interior and in the ThompsonOkanagan. So far, June is forecast to have cooler than normal temperatures, with occasional warm spells and above normal precipitation for most of the province. “We expect that slow beginning to continue, but as we round the corner to July

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A look back at when rivers ran through Kamloops Monuments in Riverside Park show how high the rivers rose during four significant flooding events, in 1894, 1948, 1972 and 1999. DAVE EAGLES/KTW

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The mighty Thompson rivers flow through Kamloops, providing drinking water and recreational activities. The Thompsons can also spill their banks and create havoc. Here are four significant flooding events in Kamloops: 1894 The 1894 flood is believed to be the most devastating high-water event in the Kamloops area in the time since European settlement of the Thompson Valley, but records are unclear exactly how deep the rivers were. According to records kept by the City of Kamloops, the water in 1894 reached levels between 346.2 metres above sea level and 347.6 metres above sea level, but dates and locations are not known. 1948 In 1948, floodwaters in Kamloops reached 345 metres above sea level at their peak on June 13, flooding large swaths of low-lying areas at a time prior to much of any flood-mitigation infrastructure along area waterways. The mark — 1,131.8 feet, as it was measured at the time — was used as a guide to build earthen dikes along the most susceptible sections of Kamloops riverbank, including McArthur Island, Schubert Drive, Mission Flats and parts of Brocklehurst. The high waters of 1948 forced hundreds of families to temporarily flee their homes and made Kamloops a figurative island for parts of May and June. According to reports in the Inland Sentinel from the time, floodwaters cut the city off from train service and telegraph service on an intermittent basis. 1972 The highest flood levels in the last 100 years in Kamloops

came in 1972, when hundreds of area residents were displaced from their homes due to waters that peaked on June 1 at 345.2 metres above sea level. The high waters of 1972 were also deadly. On May 21, an 11-year-old boy drowned after falling into a surging Tranquille Creek west of Kamloops. Seven days later, a 16-year-old boy died after going underwater in a swollen McArthur Island lagoon — then a popular, but unsupervised, swimming hole for area youngsters. The following week, on June 7, a Salmon Arm man drowned in Magna Bay after his bulldozer plunged into the water while he was working on flood-mitigation measures. The rising waterways of 1972 flooded hundreds of basements and caused cabins to float away from camps in the North Thompson. According to reporting from the time in the Kamloops Daily Sentinel, “sightseers” looking to catch a glimpse of the high water were subject to “arrest or conscription for sandbagging.” But the floods of 1972 are best remembered for a devastating event that took place

on June 1, the day the water peaked, in the Oak Hills trailer park in Westsyde. A 150-foot section of an earthen berm burst, sending a flow of water into the trailer park and leaving it underneath about five feet of water. According to the Sentinel, about 600 residents were displaced from their Oak Hills homes. In the days that followed, residents used boats to access their property and gather belongings. 1999 In 1999, snowpack levels and weather combined to create a potentially dangerous situation for the Kamloops area. Forecasts predicted high water that could have approached 1972 levels. That was not the case, but the water was high — peaking on June 24 at 344.7 metres above sea level, just shy of 1948 numbers and a half-metre short of 1972 measurements. Preparations for the 1999 flood began in mid-May, with sandbag supplies delivered to low-lying areas. An earthen berm was also constructed along Schubert Drive and, in mid-June, storm drains were sealed to prevent potential backup.

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Flood forecast: ‘It’s going to be a bad year’ With snow packs well above average depths in the North and South Thompson basins, there is a risk of even greater flooding this year. Flooding along the Rivers Trail is nothing new, like when it flooded in 2012, as seen here. DAVE EAGLES/KTW

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amloops could flood like it’s 1999, according to the latest information city council heard last week as a foreboding thunderstorm raged outside. The city’s utility services manager, Greg Wightman, detailed to council on May 31 the latest snowpack information, outlook and preparations for a delayed flood season this year. “Take advantage of the next couple of weeks while we still have relatively low waters and get prepared for this because it’s going to be a bad year,” Wightman advised the public while addressing council. Wightman said the BC River Forecast Centre is predicting a significant seasonal flood risk for the Thompson rivers, given a historically high snowpack — the runoff of which has been slow due to a cooler than normal spring and continued snow accumulation. As of May 15, the North Thompson snow basin index is at 142 per cent of its seasonal average — the highest in seven years. The previous high was 114 per cent in 2017. Meanwhile the South Thompson is 113 per cent of normal, which is the second highest in seven years. Wightman said snowmelt this season is about four weeks behind schedule and river levels through Kamloops have yet to rise to levels

typically seen in May. They are predicted to peak later than normal. The North Thompson usually peaks on June 6. The South Thompson usually peaks on June 22. Where the rivers meet, just east of Overlanders Bridge, the peak is usually during the second week of June. That peaking at the confluence this year is expected in early July, Wightman said. The delayed rise increases the risk of flooding from extreme weather as this year’s spring runoff is pushed into June — historically the rainiest month of the year. In addition, long days of sun exposure could melt the snowpack rapidly, Wightman explained. “When that precipitation is falling on snow, it really accelerates the snowmelt, so you would like to see

that snow gone by June,” Wightman said. “The predictions as they are right now … we’re looking at an event that could be similar to what we saw in 1999,” Wightman said. In 1999, snowpack levels and weather combined to create a potentially dangerous situation for the Kamloops area. Forecasts predicted high water that could have approached 1972 levels. That was not the case, but the water was high — peaking on June 24 at 344.7 metres above sea level, just shy of 1948 numbers and a halfmetre short of 1972 measurements. Preparations for the 1999 flood began in mid-May, with sandbag supplies delivered to low-lying areas. An earthen berm was also constructed along Schubert Drive and, in mid-June, storm drains were sealed to prevent potential backup.

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Flooding could occur if the Thompsons’ peak flows are synchronized, there is about a week of above average temperatures or a severe rainstorm bringing more than 30 millimetres of rain, Wightman said, noting sunny days in the low 20 C range would be preferable. Wightman said the North and South Thompson are two of the most concerning rivers for the province this year and he discussed potential financial needs and resources Kamloops may need with Emergency Management BC and the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resources. “They’re very comfortable giving us those resources, which they are trying to conserve for communities on the Fraser River,” Wightman said. Ahead of this year’s flood season, the city now has two permanent dikes in place — one protecting the north end of McArthur Island and the other along the beach at Riverside Park, which is part of ongoing rehabilitation work. Both appear as elevated walking trails, but are designed to protect the parks’ infrastructure from a onein-20 year flood event. Wightman said the city contin-

ues to monitor river levels daily, is inspecting pump stations and distributing sandbags. He said the city would have already sealed off catch basins by this time of year, but the river levels are still too low. Residents of waterfront properties should begin flood preparations now, he said, noting the city’s obligation is to first protect public infrastructure before addressing private properties. “We can’t guarantee we’re going to be protecting homes. We’re going to protect infrastructure,” Wightman said, adding the municipality has sand and sandbags at various locations, which are listed on its website at kamloops.ca. DID YOU KNOW? The mercury hit 25 C in Kamloops on Tuesday afternoon, a mark that ended a weather record in the Tournament Capital. According to Kamloops-raised Global News meteorologist Mark Madryga, who appeared on this week’s episode of Kamloops Last Week, as of this past Monday, the city went through a stretch of 264 days without the temperature reaching at least 25 C. Madryga said that was the longest such streak on record in Kamloops, with weather records dating back to 1890. Kamloops Last Week is a weekly KTW-created webcast/podcast that can be watched on YouTube and listened to on Spotify and wherever one downloads podcasts. Fulton & Company LLP

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CITY HALL work. I say that not to curry favour, but to emphasize that in a very difficult media market with declining advertising revenue, KTW has maintained an active and involved newsroom that consistently produces award-winning stories and rarely

misses a meeting. That is an important feature for a growing city. Soon I will be a consumer of news more than a producer of news and will rely on KTW to keep me informed. Keep up the good work. Although I have often bristled at the criticism afforded myself and council, particularly from under-informed letters to the editor, they are an important way to start community conversations that ultimately get us all to a better place. KTW has celebrated our successes and criticized our failures in a fair and unbiased way. On Oct. 15, we will elect a new mayor, city council, board of education and Thompson-Nicola Regional District board. I encourage residents to consider running for these important positions. I also encourage resi-

dents to research and thoroughly understand the full scope of the role before filing their papers. It is not good enough to run for council because you want to change the screens on parking kiosks or run for school board to change the Lac le Jeune bus route or run for the TNRD board to extend the hours at the Heffley Creek Eco-Depot. That is not to say these are not important issues, because they are. It is only to point out that they are less than a fraction of the work you will be expected to do once you are elected. As a councillor, it will be important that you understand the costbenefit analysis for revitalization tax exemptions. As a trustee, it will be critical you have a position on class size and composition. As a TNRD director, you must know the

principles of the BC Emergency Management System. Do your homework, be prepared and enjoy your service. My final point is directed at you, the public. Vote. With last week’s depressing turnout in the Ontario general election, we are getting far too complacent about casting ballots. It is your right and, some would argue, your obligation to vote. Strong turnouts build strong boards and councils. Do your part. Ken Christian is Kamloops mayor. His email address is mayor@ kamloops.ca. Council columns appear monthly in KTW and online at kamloopsthisweek.com in non-election years. With the election set for October, council columns will be paused until January 2023.

How to stop sea level rise with a curtain “Ninety per cent of ice flowing to the sea from the Antarctic ice sheet, and about half of that lost from Greenland, travels in narrow, fast ice streams measuring tens of kilometres or less across. Stemming the largest flows would allow the ice sheets to thicken, slowing or even reversing their contribution to sea-level rise.” John Moore, a British glaciologist holding dual appointments at Lapland and Beijing Normal universities, had a big idea a few years ago. The big ice streams are moving faster and faster because the oceans are warming, and warm currents are eating away at the underside of those glaciers where they meet the ocean. So stop them.

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about 70,000 kilometres of coastline, but the total length where the ice streams reach the sea is only 200 kilometres or less. Stop the accelerated melt there and the human race might win an extra century or two to cope with all the other challenges posed by global warming without having to wage a continuous struggle to protect itself from rapidly rising sea levels at the same time. So, Moore and a handful of colleagues set out to see how we might divert those warm currents. “The warm currents run along the bottom of the sea floor, so if you created an obstacle high enough that the warm water couldn’t flow over it, it would slow that

ice shelf melting and the ice shelf would immediately thicken,” he recalled. They chose the Thwaites glacier, the so-called “Doomsday glacier” in Western Antarctica, for their thought experiment. “At Thwaites, the most vulnerable ice shelf on the planet, the major inflow of warm water is through a channel four kilometres across. And we initially thought, as stupid scientists, that we would just block that [four-kilometre channel] with rubble or dirt, you know, make a dam,” Moore said. But he and a handful of colleagues had the wit to put out an all-call in a leading scientific journal for better ideas. See TRYING, A10

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SADDENED BY CLEARCUTTING OF TREES ON THE NORTH SHORE Editor: Those walking or cycling down Royal Ave in North Kamloops have likely noticed a forest grove in the city, an oasis of greenery and birdsong. The property along the 100-block of Royal Avenue, fronting the Thompson River, is essentially an arboretum with its huge spruce, oak, golden locus, mountain ash and more. There are dozens of trees in total, some as old as a century. It is the greatest concentration of meaningful urban tree canopy outside of a city park on the North Shore and a sight to behold. Soon the property will be clearcut to make way for Arpa Investments’ new Thompson Landing development. The developers claim the trees will be replaced, but the smaller, mostly ornamental varieties the landscaping plan calls for will never replace the mature trees that now exist there — even if we waited 100 years. Trees like these are practicably irreplaceable. The dense canopy of leaves provides a cool refuge in the otherwise hot and dusty city and the buildings that replace it will rely on huge air-conditioning units instead, sucking up energy and further driving our downward cycle into global warming.

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This grove of trees on Royal Avenue in North Kamloops, just off Tranquille Road, will be gone once the Thompson Landing development is built. That is a loss already being mourned by KTW letter writer Keiran Rankin.

The City of Kamloops should enact a municipal tree bylaw, similar to that found in Vancouver, in order to protect the few large heritage trees we have. In Vancouver, you can be certain at least a couple of the massive oaks along the fence line would be saved, protected behind an orange construction fence. It is cynical that the City of Kamloops touts its plan to grow our urban canopy, giving out $50 tree coupons by the thou-

Editor: In response to recent letters about gas price discrepancies between Kamloops and other nearby cities, I also have found Kamloops gas station pricing to be higher than surrounding areas. In fact, I see it in every direction, except toward Vancouver.

sands, and yet all around the city, big trees are falling to chainsaws and backhoes with every fresh development. Often this this at the city’s own behest, where no variances are given for construction setbacks to protect existing trees. Even more ironically, the city’s new North Shore Master Plan identifies the 100-block of Royal Avenue treed location as the potential site for a River House interpretive nature centre. This urban grove bordering the river would certainly be an ideal spot for that, but the ambitious North Shore Master Plan is shown again to be aspirational at best. At this time of year, the grove is bursting with life, a last holdout in an urban desert. I suggest residents go for a walk along this section of Rivers Trail and see it for themselves while they still can because by next spring, all that will be left will be stumps. Kieran Rankin Kamloops

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Kelp bed helped lead to innovative curtain idea

This photo of the Canada and Ukraine flags billowing in the wind was a finalist in Kamloops This Week’s photo contest for April. Below, letter writer Stewart Duncan offers a lesson on how to properly display the Maple Leaf.

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“The engineers laughed at us, slapped us around the face, and said, ‘Don’t be so stupid. You don’t want to have bulldozers or something on the sea floor,’” Moore said. “You want to go in with a design that can be removed in case of unexpected consequences or to do maintenance. So the idea is to have a concrete base as an anchor and Editor: then a buoyant curtain attached to Kamloops This Week posted a photo online last month of a it. The buoyancy wants to keep the flagpole flying Canada’s national flag and, just below it, the flag of curtain vertical, the currents want Ukraine. to push it over and there will be an It should be noted there are clear guidelines and a well-estabequilibrium where it resists that lished protocol for how Canada’s flag is to be displayed. flow.” The federal government website states: “The National Flag The engineer in question will always be flown on its own flagpole ... It is improper to fly the (who didn’t actually slap Moore National Flag with another flag, of any type, on the same flagpole.” around the face) was Bowie Keefer, Because there is no legislation on the matter, Canada’s flag is a Canadian engineer living on sometimes flown in a disrespectful manner or in shameful condiGaliano Island in British Columbia’s tions, including tattered, faded or filthy Maple Leafs. Gulf Islands. Perhaps a law is in order; perhaps a little more awareness and “I was inspired by the kelp bed respect is all that is required. that we have off a beach here on Stewart Duncan Galiano. A kelp bed consists of Kamloops streamers of vegetation attached to

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the seabed and stretched upward by a buoyant bulb at the top,” Keefer said. “Paddling a kayak through the kelp bed, it occurred to me that if you attached those streamers together, you would then have a curtain. And if we built a buoyant, flexible artificial curtain up to 300 metres high, attached to the seabed, fish and whales, and even icebergs, could go over the top [in the cold, fresh water], but block the warm water from coming in and protect the ice sheet.” That’s the plan and Moore’s team has a tentative budget.

“It would cost about $5 billion a year over 10 years to install the curtain and ongoing maintenance would cost one or two billion a year thereafter. That includes a fleet of five icebreakers, 10 ice-reinforced ships, fabrication of the curtain in southern Chile, the lot,” he said. Then there’s the several dozen other, smaller glaciers that would also need to be blocked. But it would still be 10 or 20 times cheaper than building dikes and barriers to protect the world’s coastlines from sea level rise. Better to attack the problem at its source.

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Report on 2021 heat deaths released SEAN BRADY

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A death review panel assembled by B.C.’s chief coroner has released its findings on the deaths of 619 people during last year’s extreme heat event, known as the so-called heat dome. Numerous record-high temperatures were set in late June, including a 47.3 C mark in Kamloops on June 29, 2021. The panel has made three recommendations to the province in a bid to prevent another tragic loss of life in the future. In a presentation on Tuesday morning, the BC Coroners’ Service’s chief medical officer, Dr. Jatinder Baidwan, laid out details of the report and its three key recommendations. Although heat warnings were issued last June, Baidwan said they weren’t taken seriously and, as a result, not enough action was taken to mitigate the health effects seen in the province. “People didn’t take it as seriously as we all should have taken it,” he said. The review panel found that nearly all (98 per cent) of the deaths occurred indoors, mostly among those ages 70 and older (67 per cent), about half of whom lived alone (56 per cent). Heat-related deaths were also higher among those on chronic disease registries, including schizophrenia, substanceuse disorder, epilepsy, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, depression, asthma, mood and anxiety disorders and diabetes, when compared to the overall B.C. population. Living conditions also contributed to higher risks of dying from the heat, including living in a more socially or materi-

ally deprived neighbourhood, in homes without adequate cooling systems, such as air conditioners or fans. An investigation into the emergency response showed the number of 911 calls doubled during the peak of the heat dome and that most (74 per cent) of those who died lived in the Fraser and Vancouver Coastal Health regions. Six of the province’s 619 heat-related deaths occurred in Kamloops. Paramedics attended 54 per cent of the deaths with a median time of 10 minutes and 25 seconds, but in 50 instances, response time was 30 minutes or longer from the time of the call to attendance. In 17 instances, callers were placed on hold for “an extended period of time” and, in six instances, were told no ambulance was available when they called. The panel’s first recommendation to the province is to implement a heat alert and response system (HARS). That system was announced on Monday, a day before the report’s release. Details of the heat alert system are on page A1 of today’s newspaper. That system will trigger broadcast-intrusive alerts on TV, radio and cellphones when temperatures go beyond certain thresholds into the extremes. A second recommendation calls for the identification and support of populations that are most at risk of dying during extreme heat. That support might include community wellness checks, public messaging on heat-related care and even supplying vulnerable people with cooling devices as medical equipment. While the support pieces of that recommendation have yet to be implemented, Interior Health recently

completed a mapping project that identifies areas where heat-vulnerable people live within the health authority. The third and final recommendation calls for the implementation of extreme heat prevention and long-term risk mitigation strategies. That recommendation may be extensive, as it includes potential revisions to the province’s building code. Dr. Baidwan said the province will need to reevaluate long-standing practices and that most buildings in the province are designed for winters, to retain heat. “If you look at our building codes, you see how much insulation you have to put in walls, et cetera. But very little about how you cool,” he said. In response to the report, two representatives from the provincial government said they are committed to preventing heat-related deaths in the future. “Extreme heat is a public health issue and, given the growing impacts of climate change, we need to expect more extreme heat in the years to come,” Health Minister Adrian Dix said. Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth called last year’s event tragic and said communities can rely on the $189-million Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for implementing some of the upcoming changes. Dix also said the ambulance service has seen some changes since last year, with about 600 new hires, including paramedics and dispatchers. “As a government, we’re committed to reviewing and carefully considering all of the recommendations in the report,” Dix said.

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Kamloops council wants climate action money to help pay for a new organic waste collection program. During a committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, council weighed in on citywide implementation of the new program, which is currently in a pilot stage in select neighbourhoods and involves the city picking up from 2,500 homes food scraps, soiled paper and more at the curb on a weekly basis. Garbage and recycling are reduced to a biweekly basis at those addresses. The city’s environmental services manager, Glen Farrow, presented on the pilot project to date and told council supply chain issues, as well as success of the program, has led to a request for citywide approval prior to the pilot’s completion. The average diversion rate

on pilot project routes was 43 per cent between October 2021 and March 2022, which the city described as a “significant reduction in total material collected as well as total garbage collected.” The city hopes to roll out the program citywide in September 2023. Council will be asked at future meetings to authorize amendments to the city’s solid waste and recycling bylaw to add the new service, introduce a new fine for homes that do not separate organic waste from garbage (similar to a rarely enforced existing $100 fine in place for those who do not separate recycling from the garbage), $1.2-million in capital costs from the city’s solid waste reserve and four full-time staff. Total cost to implement the program is about $4 million. The city has received $1.8 million in grant funds. Farrow explained to KTW the program is proposed to be funded through available solid waste reserve funds, while operating

costs will be funded through user fees. Homeowners are expected to be required to pay a $12 annual fee for a 120-litre organic waste collection bin. They will not have the ability to opt out, even if they already compost at home. The annual fee for 360-litre garbage bins is also proposed to increase from $230 to $300. Baked into the cost is also $120,000 for bin liners, to be handed out to residents in the first year to reduce the “yuck factor” and promote community buy-in. Paper bin liners cost $1 per bag.

Cheaper compostable liners are not allowed. A handout to pilot homes shows how to fold up newspaper for paper bin liners. The city’s garbage rates increased this year and Coun. Bill Sarai expressed concern about residents who are facing increased costs for everything from television to gasoline. He put forward a motion requesting staff investigate using the city’s community climate action funds where possible during implementation of the program. Although some concern was expressed about the number of initiatives in the city’s community climate action plan in need of funding, the motion passed by a vote of 8-1, with Coun. Denis Walsh opposed. Staff will bring forward options to council and the funding decision will occur at a future meeting. Some councillors reiterated concern about the city’s plans for processing the materials, including the costs associated and potential for the mate-

rial to be transported outside Kamloops. The city expects processing costs to range from $70 to $150 per metric tonne, but council heard the contract is currently at the request for proposals stage. KTW did not find a RFP on the BC Bids website. Coun. Mike O’Reilly questioned the need to charge cart upsize fees for residents whose life circumstances change, including families with increased waste due to diapers. Coun. Kathy Sinclair spoke out in favour of the program. She said 10 years from now, residents will look back on throwing food scraps into the trash as they now look back at past practices such as smoking on airplanes or not wearing seatbelts. She touted the benefits, including extending the life of the city’s landfill and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. “This is a step forward in the right direction,” Sinclair said. Council will vote on the new service at a future regular meeting.

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Juniper Ridge may host bear-proof bin testing THE CITY OF KAMLOOPS PICKS UP WASTE FROM BETWEEN 26,000 AND 27,000 PROPERTIES JESSICA WALLACE

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As bears topple garbage bins around Kamloops in search of food scraps, the city is eyeing a new bearproof bin pilot program in Juniper Ridge. A report went to council’s civic operations committee on Tuesday afternoon. The committee heard the carts include bear-resistant locks, essentially a carabiner clip system. The city’s environmental services manager, Glen Farrow, told KTW he has been hesitant in the past to implement the bins,

due to the price tag. The bear-proof bins cost $170 per bin, compared to $70 for bins that are not bruin-resistant. The city picks up waste from between 26,000 and 27,000 properties. Farrow said provincial grant funding has provided an opportunity to test out bear-proof bins. The city received a $1.8-million grant from the province to help fund its new organic waste collection program and a small amount of bear-proof bins were included in the application. Pending council’s approval of the citywide organic waste collection program, staff will provide bear-proof bins to

275 Juniper Ridge residences currently involved in the pilot program. Mayor Ken Christian said he doesn’t want to see bear-proof carts provided city-wide and noted an obligation on the part of homeowners to secure their waste. KTW has heard of myriad bear encounters of late in various neighbourhoods around Kamloops, including bins toppled in Valleyview and the Sagebrush neighbourhood. Sahali, Aberdeen, Dufferin, Pineview, Barnhartvale and Juniper Ridge typically see the most bear activity, a report to the committee states.

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A water system easement

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Rick and Donna Wanless are fighting to protect their acreage as the Thompson-Nicola Regional District seeks access to a water system on the North Thompson River. For 40 years, the Wanlesses have owned a 50-acre oasis at 7355 Yellowhead Hwy., just past Rayleigh and outside of city limits. The area boasts pastures, beaches, bridges and boundless beauty. Kamloops Mounted Patrol is headquartered on the property. The land has also been used as a catered stopover for cruise ship tourists and a wedding venue and was set to become Honour Ranch for veterans, though plans ultimately fell through. The couple — retired Kamloops teachers in their 80s with no children — talked about one day leav-

ing behind the land as their legacy to a charitable organization or for park space. They say they feel “bullied” and are concerned TNRD plans could impact their plans. An easement six metres wide and 200 feet long planned by the TNRD would run through their front yard and across riverfront land, Rick Wanless explained while showing KTW around the property. It could not be developed and would provide the regional district with unfettered access. “They would put bricks in the lawn so that they could drive on it,” he said. “They can come any time once they have the easement — and it’s forever.” On May 17, the couple received a “notice of entry” from the TNRD, citing section 290 of the Local Government Act and stating the regional district would be sending employees, contractors, a BC land surveyor and appraiser to inspect

LEFT: Rick and Donna Wanless stand on the site of the proposed easement on their 50-acre property on the North Thompson River. Donna Wanless shows an image of the proposed easement to run across their front yard. JESSICA WALLACE/KTW

and survey the area to access the Evergreen Community Water System. Section 290 of the Local Government Act states a regional district may, for the purposes of one or more of its services,

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The regional district sent an appraiser to the Wanless property last week to assess value of the land, but the couple said best use of the land, not money, is their concern. “We’re not really worried what it’s worth in terms of money,” Rick Wanless said. “We’re worried what it’s worth in terms of the future use. Because the future use — Kamloops has grown so much. There’s people all around us now and those 15 people who live up there now weren’t there when we moved here.” Rick Wanless said the developer of Evergreen Estates initially requested an easement back in the 1970s, but was denied. He said the water was routed around the Wanless property. He said a small pump house is located behind a locked gate just outside the east end of the Wanless property. It travels from the North Thompson River along the railway tracks to a reservoir and provides water to the Evergreen Estates properties. No easement, however, was ever obtained. TNRD CAO Scott Hildebrand said he is limited in what he can

say because the issue is part of closed meetings, related to land and legal issues. He said the regional district agreed to take over the Evergreen Community Water System in 2001 and the only access to the system is through private property. He said there is currently no right-of-way, which he stressed is important because the water system provides residents with safe drinking water. “If we were to take over a water system, having access to your water system would be the biggest priority,” Hildebrand said. “But for whatever reason, I don’t know what happened back in 2001, but we just never did [take it over]. It was more of a handshake agreement and now we’re just simply trying to formalize it and have been working quite well and working with the landowner and their lawyer to negotiate a formal agreement.” The Wanlesses have allowed regional district staff to cross their property dozens of times over the years to conduct repairs and maintenance on the system. Rick Wanless said he believes it was the “neighbourly” thing to do, noting they were never paid for access. But the couple now feels as though the regional district has taken advantage

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Douglas Lake Cattle Company blocking access on private property in the Nicola Valley to fish on Stoney and Minnie lakes. “We didn’t really want to go to the point where we would have to fight because we haven’t fought for 40 years,” Rick Wanless said. TNRD Area P (Rivers and the Peaks) director Mel Rothenburger said it is important for the TNRD to have reliable access to the intake in order to maintain it. He said if the system cannot be maintained, it presents a problem for properties on the system. Rothenburger said a permanent written agreement for access to the water system is required, in the event of the Wanlesses property being sold or other circumstances. He said he hopes an understanding can be reached.

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Parental leave adopted for councillors

City of Kamloops limiting herbicide use STAFF SAY GLYPHOSATE USE BETWEEN 2019 AND 2021 DROPPED TO 17.5 LITRES FROM 37.9 LITRES

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Kamloops council has officially adopted changes to its procedure bylaw, allowing councillors on parental or caregiver leave the ability to participate in meetings electronically. Bylaw changes mean that up to two councillors on parental and/or caregiver leave, as defined by the federal Employment Insurance guidelines, can participate electronically without a resolution from council and that rules around maximum electronic meeting participation are waived. The change was brought to council via a notice of motion from Coun. Dale Bass, who noted some people considering a run for council may be caring for an aging parent or thinking about starting a family. “There’s a whole generation out there that can’t run for council that might want to,” Bass told KTW, noting the initiative was inspired by a young man who went to school with her son. She said he considered running for council, but wanted to start a family.

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The City of Kamloops has been reducing its use of a pair of potentially cancercausing herbicides in the past few years, city council has been told. Kirsten Wourms, natural resources crew leader for the city, detailed the reduction in response last week to a question from Coun. Dieter Dudy regarding the scope of the municipality’s use of weed killers 2,4-D herbicide and glyphosate on public grounds. Wourms said both chemicals are still in use, with 2,4-D being used on

sports fields and glyphosate only on hard surfaces, such as street medians, as well as on baseball field warning tracks. “The reason for that is that glyphosate is considered one of the least toxic products that we could use,” Wourms said. She said the city has been testing different techniques to limit the use of herbicides, noting that in a two-year span, the amount of glyphosate used has decreased by 20 litres — moving from 37.9 litres used in 2019 to 17.5 lites in 2021. On medians, Wourms said, the city is utilizing wire brushes to clean out cracks with weeds in them, as opposed to spraying chemicals. Worms said staff

saw a reduction from that practice between this year and last, with only about half of the weeds returning. On ball diamonds, the city has started to use more regularly a grooming machine that pulls weeds and packs down dirt. “And we’ve noticed that’s made a huge difference as well,” Woums said, noting the city is using the machine twice a week. Wourms said there is information about the city’s use of herbicides on its website at kamloops.ca, but feels more data could be distributed for public awareness. She said the city uses a “spot application” method when using the chemicals, as

opposed to a broad coating of intended areas. In 2015, the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) determined glyphosate (Roundup) and 2,4-D are herbicides that are probably carcinogenic to humans. The sale and use of glyphosate was banned by the City of Montreal earlier this year, while the City of Kamloops has a bylaw that restricts the use of herbicides and pesticides on residential properties. That bylaw information can be found online at https://www.kamloops.ca/ sites/default/files/docs/ourcommunity/pesticidebylawresourceguide.pdf.

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The Regional District Board of Directors will be receiving the Thompson Nicola Regional District’s 2021 Statement of Financial Information at the Regular Meeting noted below. When: Thursday, June 16th, 2022 Time: 1:30 PM Where: Twin Rivers Room, TNRD Civic Building 4th Floor, 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops Attend Meeting Via Zoom: https://www.tnrd.ca/board-meetings/ The document will made available for public viewing on our web page after Board approval, effective Monday June 20th, 2022. To book a time to review the 2021 Statement of Financial Information in person contact Doug Rae, Chief Financial Officer at 250 377 7050 or at finance@tnrd.ca.

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ter all. You can fight city hall, after all. l be A Kamloops teenager will be animal allowed to keep her support animal l to afterissue convincing city council a to issue a mber bylaw exemption of dogs to the number of dogs permitted in her home. y approved Council has unanimously approved hich the variance caps to its bylaw, which caps sehold the number of dogs at per household at me after two. Council’s approval the came after the ice city’s(community bylaws) service office (bylaws) variance recommended denying the variance ed request on for apolic fourth dog based y. on policy. ear-old The decision allows 16-year-old o house Hailey Fiddes of Westsyde a to house a e said German shepherd helped puppy she said helped xiety. curb her depression and anxiety. rson Addressing last council in person last ht not week, Fiddes another said she sought not another ht her pet, but a means anxiety. to help fight her anxiety. had Fiddeslittle explained she has had little batting success over the her years combatting her hree mental-health weeks issues until three weeks g the ago, whenrunt she began nursing of the runt of puppies a litter of German shepherd back puppies back to health. ediate She said she felt an immediate ho connection shewith named the pup, who she named her Tiny,mental and improvements in her mental es’ health clinical were noticed by Fiddes’ clinical how councillor, animals who pointed out how animals ort can provide in emotional ways support in ways people cannot. le guy “I helped to keep this little guy make alive and he has helped me make

improvements improvements in my mental health,” in my mental health,” Fiddes Fiddes told council. “Hetold helps calm my council. “He helps calm my anxiety. anxiety. Since having him inSince my life, I having him in my life, I have have been able tobeen complete my Grade able 11 to complete my Grade 11 year year and part of and Grade 12 at Twin part Rivers of Grade 12 at Twin Rivers Education Education Centre after a tough startCentre to after a tough start to the the year at Westsyde year secondary.” at Westsyde secondar y.” Fiddes Fiddes intends to have the pupintends to have the pup certified certified as an emotional support as animal an emotional support animal so so he can he be allowed can within different be allowed within different environments. environments. She has found a company She has found a company toto complete complete Tiny’s training this August. Tiny’s training this August. Dogs and Dogs puppies registered and in puppiesPRESENTED registered in BY TRAINING CAMP the the guide dogguide in training program dog or in training program or HOST CITY registered registered as personal assistance dogs as personal assistance dogs are are exempt from exempt the city’s bylaw’s limit from the city’s bylaw’s limit ofof two canines, two but support canines, dogs don’t but support dogs don’t fall fall under that under category, requiringthat the categor y, requiring the exemption. exemption. The family The also received family an exemption also received an exemption last last DecemberDecember for a third dog and has for a third dog and has never never been the subject been of a complaint.the subject of a complaint. PRESENTED BY Coun. Dale Coun. Bass said she Dale Bass said she respected respected the position of staff andthe its position of staff and its recommendation recommendation to deny the request, to deny the request, but but noted thenoted dog aiding Fiddes’ health the dog aiding Fiddes’ health and and the fact thethe teen intends fact to have it the teen intends to have it trained trained as an emotional support as dog. an emotional support dog. SUPPORTING PARTNERS Because Because ofof that, Bass that, made a motion Bass to approve made a motion to approve the the variance.variance. Coun. Mike Coun. O’Reilly thankedMike Fiddes O’Reilly thanked Fiddes for for asking for asking permission now, rather for permission now, rather than than seeking forgiveness seeking later by break- forgiveness later by breaking ing the rules.the rules. “That’s “ a good That’s life lesson and I hope a good life lesson and I hope you you can carry that can on in thecarr future,” y that on in the future,” O’Reilly O’Reilly said. said.

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CHBA-CI nets five awards at gala events in Vancouver KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

The Central Interior branch of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association took home five awards at events this past weekend in Vancouver. Four of the awards were handed out at the June 3 provincial CHBA BC Presidents Night gala, while a fifth award was realized at the June 4 Georgie Awards, which recognize the best in homebuilding in British Columbia. MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD This honour is presented to a member in recognition of their dedication and service to the association at the provincial level in 2021. This year, it went to CHBACI first vice-president Tom Calne, who was recognized for his involvement with educating builder members on the energy Step Code and leading by example, ensuring his own projects met or exceeded Step Code 3.

ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR AWARD This award is presented to recognize the overall excellence by a local association during 2021. This year, it went to CHBACentral Interior, with president Jere Lorenz accepting the honour on behalf of the association. The CHBA-CI was recognized for its stature as a reputable resource within the community. The association’s dedication to providing education and continued professional development training, as well as sharing materials with others to better the industry, was also noted. The CHBA-CI’s partnerships with TRU Trades and Technology and Kamloops YMCA/YWCA was applauded for bringing together members from all sectors of the residential construction industry. EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE YEAR AWARD This award recognizes the highest level of dedication, professionalism, competence and leadership

FROM LEFT: CHBA CI executive officer Rose Choy, past president of BC Brian Charlton, Central Interior president Jere Lorenz, past presidents of BC Matt McCurrach and Doug Wittal, Central Interior 1st vice-president Tom Calne, 1st vice-president of BC Kelly Reid and past president of BC Tim Kasten.

This award was presented to Matt McCurrach for his outstanding volunteer contributions to the CHBA-BC, sitting on the executive and committees. McCurrach was recognized for his outstanding support as chair of the government relations committee. It was noted he stepped up to the plate as chair after his term expired as provincial president. His six-month interim chair stint turned into a four-year term. McCurrach was recognized for his astute view on B.C. politics, as well as for his critical grasp of problems associated with building in the province.

at the local level. This year, CHBA-CI’s Rose Choy took home the honour. Choy was said to be “like a tube of construction adhesive since she keeps it all working and keeps members focused, engaged and energized to raise the work of the local.” Choy is very active at the municipal level, sitting on multiple

BEST PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP AWARD This honour went to the CHBA-CI for its partnership with Thompson Rivers University Trades and Technology in building the 2021 Training House (which becomes the grand prize in the annual Kamloops Y Dream Home Lottery).

Annual Municipal Report The City of Kamloops 2021 Annual Municipal Report is now available for public inspection on the home page of the City’s website at Kamloops.ca, or upon request at City Hall reception. City Council will consider the Annual Municipal Report and will accept submissions and questions from the public at a Regular Council Meeting scheduled for: Tuesday, June 28, 2022, 1:30 pm Council Chambers, 7 Victoria Street West Those who wish to participate may attend in person or via the video conference link provided below. We are also accepting email and mail-in correspondence. • Email: legislate@kamloops.ca • Mail: City Hall, 7 Victoria Street West, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1A2 • Video Conference: Join via Zoom by visiting Kamloops.ca/Jun28Council on June 28, 2022, at 1:30 pm Written submissions must include your name and address and be received no later than 12:00 pm on June 28, 2022. Written submissions, including your name and address, are included in the Council Agenda and will be posted on the City’s website as part of the permanent public record. Please note that the City considers the author’s address relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose this personal information.

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Sunderman enters Kamloops civic election race KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

The president of the Kamloops Voters Society has entered the 2022 civic election race. Shrouded in fog and blessed with a pause in rain showers on June 3, Randy Sunderland and his supporters gathered at the amphitheatre in Aberdeen’s West Highlands Park, where he listed six areas of municipal concern on which his campaign will be focused. Those include ensuring fiscal responsibility, addressing community safety/ pubic well-being, diversity and growth in housing stock, enabling effective climate action, establishing business-friendly practices and insisting on meaningful public engagement. Sunderman said he wants to focus on non-tax revenue possibilities for the city and ensuring there is value for

the dollar in expenditures. He called community safety “perhaps the most complicated issue we will face in this election,” citing the resources being asked for, and used for, complex care and the homelessness issue. As for the housing situation, Sunderman said the city has a good policy. “But we need to focus on implementation, implementation, implementation,” he said. In the 2014 civic election, five members of the Kamloops Voters Society ran for council under Vision Kamloops, a loose coalition that was not officially a slate. Two of those members — Dieter Dudy and Denis Walsh — remain on council. Sunderman said there are no plans to replicate such a coalition in this year’s election, noting he is the only candidate representing the principles of the Kamloops

RANDY SUNDERMAN Voters Society. On the city’s recently adopted climate action plan, Sunderman said the initiates are sound. “But what I’m looking for is how we implement them in a cost-effective or a measured way,” he told KTW. “It’s not about always spending the big dollars. I want to see where we’re going to get the best return to reduce greenhouse gases.” Sunderman said the public needs to be more involved in city decisions.

“Effective decision involvement,” he said. “We have a lot to processes, which I would really call communications, you know, reporting out, which to me really isn’t engagement.” Sunderman referred to it as the city “talking to” rather than “working with” residents. As an example, he cited the situation during the 2018 civic election campaign, when a coalition of neighbourhood associations (Sunderman is chair of the Aberdeen Neighbourhood Association) asked that they be considered “stakeholders” to be consulted when the city is deciding on various issues. “And everybody on council, during the election [campaign], said they would support that,” he said, noting council after the election voted down the proposal when the coalition of neighbourhood associations brought it forward.

As for the mayoral campaign, Sunderman said he knows three of the four candidates well — Dieter Dudy, Arjun Singh and Reid Hamer-Jackson — but does not know Ray Dhaliwal. When asked which candidate he will support, Sunderman replied: “I’ll support all three that I know well. My goal is to work with whomever the mayor is. The objective is to try to bring my platform forward.” CONNECTING Sunderman can be contacted by phone at 250-3141842, by email at rsunman@ telus.net and via his website at sunderman-for-council. com. THE RACE IS ON Sunderman joins a number of others — incumbents and challengers — seeking a spot on council as mayor or councillor. Among incumbents,

councillors Bill Sarai and Dale Bass have confirmed reelection bids. Kathy Sinclair will not seek re-election, while Sadie Hunter and Denis Walsh have yet to reveal their plans. Mike O’Reilly is expected to announce soon whether he will seek re-election, take a run at the empty mayor’s chair or focus on private life. Mayor Ken Christian will not seek re-election, which has led to councillors Dudy and Singh announcing mayoral campaigns, along with business owners HamerJackson and Dhaliwal. Also announcing intentions to run for council are former city councillor Nancy Bepple, business owner Shantel Renner and contracting firm manager Norris Laitinen. Any others who have declared their candidacy or who plan on doing so can email KTW at editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com.

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First case of monkeypox found in B.C Infections caused by a West African clade (a group of organisms believed to have evolved from a common ancestor) have also been diagnosed in Canada and the United States. According to the World Health Organization, there are two clades of monkeypox virus: the West African clade and the Congo Basin (Central African) clade. The West African clade tends to cause mild disease. The name monkeypox originates from the initial discovery of the virus in monkeys in a Danish laboratory in 1958. The first human case was identified in a child in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1970.

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The BC Centre for Disease Control has announced the first case of monkeypox in B.C. through laboratory testing. The National Microbiology Laboratory is now working to confirm the diagnosis. The person with monkeypox lives in Vancouver and the BCCDC said Vancouver Coastal Health is conducting public health follow-up. More than 700 cases of monkeypox infection have been found in non-endemic countries since May, with the majority in Europe.

Monkeypox virus is transmitted from one person to another by close contact with lesions, body fluids and contaminated materials such as bedding. It can also spread through respiratory droplets, such as coughs and sneezes during prolonged close, face-to-face contact with a person who has monkeypox. The incubation period of monkeypox is usually from 6 to 13 days but can range from 5 to 21 days. The BCCDC said that while most, but not all, recent global infections are among young men who identify as men who have sex with other men, the virus can affect anyone through close person-to-person contact.

While the virus is not known to transmit through semen, vaginal or rectal fluids, it does spread through close contact during sexual activity. There is a vaccine available in Canada that provides protection against the monkeypox virus. It can be used to manage spread of monkeypox and prevent serious illness in people who have been exposed. For every case, the BCCDC said, public health teams will assess if vaccination is appropriate for close contacts. Vaccine does not have benefit for those who are already infected. The risk of monkeypox to the general public is very low, according to the BCCDC, noting there is no need for the public to get vaccinated. Learn more online at www.bccdc.ca/ health-info/diseases-conditions/monkeypox.

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Caputo backs Charest for leader MICHAEL POTESTIO

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Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Frank Caputo has endorsed Jean Charest in the Conservative Party of Canada’s leadership race. Charest posted to social media last week, noting Caputo said the former Quebec premier and erstwhile Progressive Conservative leader is the right choice to lead his party into a better future. “In an increasingly polarized world, we need leadership that can bring all Canadians together with a strong vision for our country’s long-term prosperity,” Charest quoted Caputo as saying. Caputo told KTW he chose to back Charest due to his history in politics, the fact he is fully bilingual, because he feels he has the ability to unite the Conservative party and is a leader all Canadians can support. “I looked at his tone in the leadership race and I really liked the fact that I could see prime ministerial qualities in him,” Caputo said.

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Charest is considered a more centrist option as leader and believed to be one of the frontrunners, alongside Carleton MP Pierre Poilievre, who has run a more populist leadership bid. The endorsement from Caputo breaks with most of his fellow Conservative MPs in B.C.’s Southern Interior, who have backed Poilievre, including Central OkanaganSimilkameen-Nicola MP Dan Albas, Kelowna-Lake Country MP Tracy Gray and North Okanagan-Shuswap MP Mel Arnold. “I don’t always look at who’s supporting who else. You have to make your independent decision,” Caputo said. Caputo, who was elected MP in the September 2021 election,

said he has met with Charest in person two or three times during the leadership campaign. He said Charest, if he wins the leadership race, has committed to visiting the former Kamloops Indian Residential School, where signs of 200 probable graves were found, within 60 days of the leadership vote. “That was something that was really important to me,” Caputo said. He said Charest was also supportive of the rookie MP’s desire to reform internet and sexual offences against children, given Caputo’s background as a Crown prosecutor. Caputo said he spoke with four of the five other candidates in the running for leader, but not to the same extent as

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Four days have been set aside for the pre-trial conference of Penticton’s Wade Cudmore, who is charged with the first-degree murder of two Kamloops brothers found dead in Naramata in May 2021. Cudmore’s pre-trial conference is set to begin on Sept. 26. A pre-trial conference is held to determine if evidence presented is enough to send the matter to trial. Cudmore, along with 35-yearold Anthony Graham, was charged on June 18, 2021, in connection with the deaths of Kamloops brothers Erick and Carlo Fryer. The bodies of the brothers were found on May 10, 2021 on a remote logging road in Naramata, a community along Okanagan Lake, just north of Penticton. Cudmore is the son of Naramata hairdresser Kathy Richardson, who was found murdered in her home on June 9, 2021, a month after the bodies of the Fryer brothers were discovered. There have been no arrests made or information released in connection with Richardson’s murder since she was found by police.

Operators of former cannabis store fined more than $152,000 KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

Operators of a cannabis shop that was in business without a licence have been fined more than $152,000 by the provincial government’s community safety In June 2021, Anthony Graham (left) was charged with first degree murder along unit. with Wade Cudmore in the killings of the Fryer brothers whose bodies were found The store in the strip mall at in Naramata May 10. Graham has been at large since the murders. Parkcrest Avenue and 12th Street in Brocklehurst was known variRCMP continue to search for Wijayakoon of the BC RCMP major ously as Boomer’s Bud, Weeds, Graham, who remains at large crime section said Graham was at Weeds Glass and Gifts and Da and who was the subject of a risk of retaliation if he didn’t turn Kine Weed Glass and Gifts. November 2021 missing person himself in. It was raided by community release by Prince George RCMP, “We are concerned that safety unit officers on July 31, which failed to mention Graham Anthony is a target and those 2019, and Sept. 4, 2019, with was wanted in connection with the associated with him, or found in cannabis being seized. two murders in Penticton. his proximity, are also at risk,” Although the federal governThe missing persons report Wijayakoon said. ment in October 2018 legalized noted Graham’s friends had last “Anthony, if you see or hear this the recreational use and licensed seen him in Prince George on or message, I am asking you to turn sale of cannabis, the North Shore around May 25, 2021 — about yourself into the nearest police store was not licensed by the two weeks after the bodies of the station.” provincial government to operKamloops brothers were found. At the time, police said Graham ate as a cannabis store. When both Cudmore and could be anywhere in B.C. and According to the Solicitor Graham were charged with murshould be considered armed and General’s office, store owner der in June 2021, Supt. Sanjaya dangerous. Charles McCarthy was fined $86,915.74 via a compliance order.

While there was no evidence that cannabis was sold or produced at the location, based on legislation, the amount of the fine was twice the value of the seized cannabis, which was pegged at $43,457.87. Another fine connected to the former unlicensed cannabis store on the North Shore was issued to the Canadian Weeds Cannabis Society. The society was handed a fine of $65,716.24 after it admitted to selling cannabis without a licence from the premises between July 31, 2019, and Sept. 4, 2019. Proprietors of Boomer’s Buds are now operating on the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc reserve across the North Thompson River. Cannabis shops there require a business licence from the Tk’emlúps band, but have thus far been immune from enforcement by the provincial government’s community safety unit.

Toxic drug alert issued Interior Heath has issued a drug alert for Kamloops after a sample sold as down/fentanyl was found to contain between 40 and 45 per cent of fentanyl (compared to an average of about 10 per cent) and benzodiazepine. Interior Health said use of the drugs carries with it a high risk of overdose, with severe complications including death. Substances containing benzodiazepine can cause prolonged sedation of several hours. Interior Health said Naloxone

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The Rocky Mountain Rangers are working with the City of Kamloops on future plans for military training and has apologized to a local park-goer for a startling surprise encounter. KTW previously reported on the experience of James Schlichter, who on May 25 unexpectedly came across a military exercise while out walking his Rottweilerlab cross, Zeus, in Kenna Cartwright Park. Schlichter said he came upon two men dressed in camouflage carrying what appeared to be assault rifles. Schlichter immediately left the park with his dog and called police. To his surprise, he was told the situation was in fact

a military training exercise and the guns were fake. The situation concerned Schlichter and prompted questions about park usage for such purposes and calls for better communication from the army. Lt. Desmond MacMillan, the officer in charge of headquarters for the Rocky Mountain Rangers, confirmed the situation was in fact a military training exercise by the Rangers and called it an “oversight.” He said lessons were learned, noting he has since contacted Schlichter and will be sending a care package to both man and dog, as well as following up with the city. “I talked to James and I think things went well there,” MacMillan said. “We’re going to have some further meetings with

the city to discuss how we work together and accomplish both of our goals.” Schlichter said he received an apology. He said he was told Kenna Cartwright is used for convenience as it is down the road from the Rocky Mountain Rangers Army armoury at 1221 McGill Rd. Kenna Cartwright is the city’s largest park and, at 800 hectares, the largest municipal park in B.C., about twice the size of Stanley Park. Named after former Kamloops mayor Kenna Cartwright, the park has multiple entrances, including close to the armoury. Schlichter said he was informed signs are usually posted and that the city and police are usually notified, but there was a miscommunication in this instance.

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Police probe June 2 assault KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

Kamloops Mounties are trying to track down a man and woman in connection with an assault downtown on June 3. Cpl. Crystal Evelyn said an officer was flagged down near Victoria Street and Fourth Avenue at about 2:35 a.m. and told that a man

had been assaulted with a weapon. The victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. “While officers were responding, a man nearby was confrontational with police and interfering with the investigation,” Evelyn said. “He was arrested for obstruction and lodged in cells to sober up safely.”

Evelyn said a man, considered a suspect in the assault, and a woman left the area in a dark sedan. Police would like to speak with anyone who has information on the man, woman or the dark sedan. Those with information can call Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2022-18634.

Clothes-changing robber on lam Kamloops police are trying to track down an armed robbery suspect who changed his clothes while on the lam. Just before 3 p.m. on Monday, police responded to a robbery in progress at a business in the 1200-block of Summit Drive, which is home to the Columbia Place Shopping Centre. According to police,

while officers were en route, the suspect was allegedly changing his clothes behind nearby First Choice

Haircutters before fleeing. The suspect escaped, but police recovered a firearm and clothing, including a green neon hat, camo jacket, a white sweater and black pants that may have belonged to the suspect. Anybody with information is asked to call Kamloops RCMP at 250828-3000 and reference 2022-19080.

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Kamloops Mounties have released images as they continue to seek a man who robbed a store in North Kamloops on May 29. At about 10 p.m., a man walked into a store in the 300-block of Tranquille Road with a gun and demanded money from the register. The 300-block of Tranquille stretches from Clapperton Road to MacKenzie Avenue and is home to stores such as Kamloops Vapor Lounge, The Ice Cream Social and Proud West Fireworks that would have been open or just closing at 10 p.m. Police have not identified the store that was robbed and generally do not for privacy concerns. According to Cpl. Crystal Evelyn, the man in possession of the firearm walked into a store and demanded cash and products. “Afterwards, the man walked northbound on Tranquille Road with two green bags and the firearm in hand,” Evelyn said in a release. “We’re hoping someone saw something or

Police believe this vehicle is connected to the May 29 armed robbery in North Kamloops.

captured an image that can help police further the investigation.” Officers, including a police dog service unit, responded, but were unable to find the suspect, who is believed to be associated to a dark sedan that was parked nearby during the robbery. Police have now released images of the sedan and suspect in the hopes of tracking him down. Mounties are looking for a white man in his 30s, who stands 6-foot-1 and has thick, brown eyebrows. He was wearing a black hoodie with a white shirt hanging

out the bottom, a green baseball cap, a ski mask, camp gloves and blue or grey pants. Anyone who witnessed, has security or dash-cam footage or other information related to the robbery is asked to call Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2022-18033.

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Alaska: No pot of gold at end of Klondike Trail remove my press badge. Liarsville is artfully reconstructed. There is a barber’s shop stocked with what appears to be medieval instruments of torture and a laundry and dry goods store whose porch boasts a honky-tonk piano. The stampeders paused here to bolster their spirits at the bar (both literally and figuratively), linger in the company of ladies offering the delights of “negotiable affection,” stocked up on tobacco and provisions and exchanged tales of braggadocio before hitting the trail. A vaudeville show is in progress. With cookies and mulled cider in hand, I chuckle at anecdotes, boo/hiss villainous characters, envy the lissom curves of Klondike Kate and thrill to the recited verses of Robert Service. By the time these gold diggers had reached Dawson City, all the claims had been staked and owners of the mines had already raked in millions worth of gold nuggets. For some stampeders, however, the journey was accomplishment enough — an adventure of heroic proportions. They were metaphorical Argonauts, in search of the Golden Fleece and, ironically enough, fleeced is what they were. However, in the words of poet Robert Browning: “Ah, but a man’s reach should exceed his grasp, or what’s a heaven for?”

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hree walk-off victories to mark their arrival in West Coast League baseball must have felt cathartic for the Kamloops NorthPaws. “No doubt,” said Cole Armstrong, head coach of the NorthPaws. “Just to see the crowd out there and the atmosphere that was created, and to get those three wins in the fashion we did, and especially to have some local guys be such a big part of it, it was pretty special.” The club, whose scheduled WCL debut in 2021 was wiped out by the pandemic, was forced to wait one more day to open its account when the home- and franchise-opening tilt slated for Tuesday, May 31, against the Edmonton Riverhawks was postponed amid inclement weather. When opening night finally did arrive on Wednesday, a trio of Kamloopsians contributed to a

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momentous evening at Norbrock Stadium, where about 900 fans gathered to cheer on the NorthPaws. Jared Sucro hit a walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning to secure a comefrom-behind 8-7 win over the Riverhawks, their expansion cousins from Alberta. “That was obviously a really cool moment,” Sucro said. “The first night in Northpaws’ history. “Being able to walk it off in a situation like that was amazing. I was having a little bit of a tough night to begin, but the guys were here to pick me up and help me keep the mojo up and I was able to get it done. I was just happy the team could get a win on opening night.” Tyrelle Chadwick, the start-

ing hurler and designated hitter, recorded Kamloops’ first pitch, strikeout, hit and run, while Nolan Austin — who was 3-for-4 at the dish — picked up the win on the mound, completing the eighth and ninth innings without allowing a run. The NorthPaws and Riverhawks played a doubleheader on Thursday, June 2, adding an extra game to make up for the postponed Tuesday contest. Félix Chénier-Rondeau belted the club’s first-ever home run in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the NorthPaws to a 4-3 win in the afternoon contest. Kamloops blanked Edmonton 1-0 in the rematch on Thursday evening, with Dylan Zavala driving in the winning run in the bottom of the eighth inning.

Armstrong laughed when asked about the team’s start to the campaign, which includes three rainouts, two doubleheaders and four extra-inning tilts. “To say it’s been taxing on our bullpen doesn’t even scratch the surface,” Armstrong said, noting some pitchers need rest after lengthy college campaigns. The NorthPaws were slated to make their road debut on Friday in Washington state against the Port Angeles Lefties, but the game was postponed. Kamloops and Port Angeles (3-3) split a doubleheader on Saturday. The Sunday rubber match was rained out. The Cowlitz Black Bears (3-1) edged the visiting NorthPaws 6-5 on Monday in Game 1 of a threegame series.

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Logan Stankoven leaned against the wall outside the Kamloops Blazers’ dressing room after a heartbreaking loss to the Seattle Thunderbirds in Game 7 of the Western Conference final. He fought back tears while looking for answers. “Being up 3-2 and to lose the last two games, it’s disappointing,” said Stankoven, who had 104 points in 59 regular season games in 2021-2022 and tacked on 17 goals and 31 points in 17 post-season contests. “I wasn’t able to contribute the way I wanted to [Seattle shut down Kamloops’ top line in games 4 through 7]. At a loss for words right now. I thought we had the group that could have done something special this year.” The Blazers claimed their third consecutive B.C. Division banner, fell one victory shy of reaching the WHL final for the first time since 1999 and iced a highoctane team that produced a bevy of individual award winners. Stankoven, in his 18-year-old campaign, became the first Blazer since Jarome Iginla in 1996 to claim WHL Player of the Year honours and was also named Most

Sportsmanlike Player of the Year. Dylan Garand cemented his position among franchise greats in the crease by nabbing the Goalie of the Year award. He led the league in wins (34) and posted a .925 save percentage and 2.16 goalsagainst average. Connor Levis was named Scholastic Player of the Year. Each player would gladly trade in those awards for the Memorial Cup — a trophy returnees will get another shot at next year when Kamloops hosts the national major junior hockey championship tournament. KTW will look ahead to position groups for 20222023 (and address Connor Bedard trade talk), but first a few comments from Blazers’ head coach and general manager Shaun Clouston. He spoke for about 25 minutes on Sunday and talked at length about the importance of ignoring narratives that perhaps infiltrated his club’s mental shield. “The narrative that we could have won, but we ran into a hot goalten-

der or we’re a younger group,” said Clouston, adding both T-Birds’ netminder Thomas Milic and Garand were formidable in the series. “Seattle is slightly younger than us, as a team. There is a bit of a size narrative. I guess [6-foot-9 Seattle forward Matthew] Rempe tilts that a little bit, but we’re a big hockey team. If you went through it and did the size comparison, there is very little difference in height and weight.” Clouston said rigorous off-season work, mental toughness and a relentless will to win are key to getting over the hump next season. “You don’t win your final game at this level unless you’ve really pushed and got to your maximum potential,” said Clouston, noting he saw tremendous growth in his club this past season. “That is a really big challenge. For most regular people, that is not necessary. It’s not required. It’s not something most 17-, 18-, 19-, 20-year-olds even necessarily think about. It’s just not part of their life. “In this league, with the opportunity that we have in front of us as individuals and as a team, that’s what’s necessary. I don’t think we got there. It’s not a negative in the least. We made huge improvements.” See GARAND, A29

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THE GOALIES On Sunday morning, Clouston said he is operating under the assumption New York Rangers’ prospect Garand will ply his talents professionally next season, “unless there was any information that was presented to us at some point in the next month that indicated otherwise. That would have a big effect on how we’re approaching it.” The Blazers expected Garand to move on from junior hockey after his 19-year-old campaign, but there has been speculation on whether the addition of the 2023 Memorial Cup might change plans. Garand all but confirmed on Sunday afternoon his time in Kamloops has come to an end.

DYLAN GARAND

“Yeah, definitely planning to play pro next season,” Garand told KTW. “I think myself and the Rangers are kind of on the same page a little bit there, that it’s time for me to move on. I’m unbelievably grateful for my time in Kamloops. A huge part of that is [Blazers’ goaltending coach] Dan De Palma. He’s my best friend now, someone I’ll have for the rest of my life. Just the City of Kamloops, it was unbelievable playing there. I

consider it my home now.” Dylan Ernst, who is entering his 18-yearold campaign, has been groomed to take over from Garand since the Blazers drafted him 28th overall in the 2019 WHL Prospects Draft. The Weyburn, Sask., product posted a 14-8-2 record, .900 save percentage and 2.95 goals-against average in 2021-2022. Ernst is pegged 30th among North American goaltenders in NHL Central Scouting rankings ahead of the 2022 NHL Draft. “Erny took some really big steps this year,” Clouston said. “He proved he does have that potential and that capability. He’s not in the same part of his development going into his 18-year-old year that Garand was. There are some questions. They’re

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not negative. There is nothing negative about his development. “For a lot of goaltenders, I would even say the majority in juniors, it takes until they’re 19 or 20 to really hit their prime. Goaltending is the most important position.” Clouston was asked if adding an older goaltender might be on the to-do list. “It’s something we are definitely discussing and seriously looking at,” he said. “It’s the same process. Who is available in our league and potentially available in the import draft? You’ve got 19- and 20-year-olds in both categories.” The CHL Import Draft is slated for July 1. The Blazers have two slots available for import players. “Does it help hav-

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ing the Memorial Cup?” Clouston said of the quest to bring in talented Europeans. “I think there is the potential. For an agency, when they look at it, they have to believe this is an opportunity for their clients to play on a good team, with the opportunity to compete in the post-season and for the Memorial Cup.” Jesse Sanche, a 16-yearold netminder from Kamloops, signed with the Blazers in December. THE FORWARDS Stankoven highlights a tantalizing group up front that is loaded with NHL picks and prospects. “It’s real strong,” Clouston said. “We potentially return the bulk of that group. The top of that group, the top scorers, the top contributors, have the potential to

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come back and play.” Eligible to return for their 20-year-old campaigns are Reese Belton, Ethan Rowland, Daylan Kuefler and Drew Englot. Kuefler seems a lock after a 38-goal (including eight game-winners), 59-point campaign that thrust him into the NHL Draft conversation. Englot proved to be an astute trade deadline acquisition and brought great value in the postseason, asserting himself as a sizeable nuisance who can contribute offensively. Eligible to return for their 19-year-old seasons, along with Stankoven, are NHL Draft prospect Matthew Seminoff, Minnesota Wild prospect Caedan Bankier, Kamloops product Dylan Sydor and Kobe Verbicky.

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Fraser Minten was among the club’s top post-season performers and flaunted a knack for showing up in big moments. The 2022 NHL Draft prospect from Yaletown is eligible to return for his 18-year-old campaign, along with Levis [NHL Draft eligible in 2023], who racked up 42 points, including 16 goals, in 68 games, and Nathan MacPherson-Ridgewell, who had one assist in 27 games. Emmitt Finnie is entering his 17-year-old campaign. Ashton Tait, who turns 16 in July, 17-year-old Luke Korte and 16-year-old Conner Radke have signed with the Blazers and will be jostling for roster spots during training camp. BEDARD Hockey fans in Kamloops are dreaming of the mega-deal to rule them all. Is it possible phenom forward Connor Bedard — perhaps the most heralded prospect since Connor McDavid — could be

out top-pairing stalwart Quinn Schmiemann and Vancouver Canucks’ prospect Viktor Persson, both of whom have aged out of junior hockey. The club will look to add veteran presence to the group that includes Schmiemann’s top-pair partner Ethan Brandwood, who is entering his overage season. Logan Bairos impressed team brass in 2021-2022 and is expected to be a key cog on the blue line during his 19-year-old campaign, along with NHL Draft prospect Mats Lindgren, who is heading into his 18-year-old campaign. Kaden Hammell proved he belonged in the WHL as a 16-year-old and showed promising development ahead of his 17-year-old season. Rylan Pearce and Ryan Michael are in the same age group. Harrison Brunicke, who signed with Kamloops in February and is entering his 16-year-old season, is a noteworthy prospect on defence. Each player who cracks the roster will earn the right to be

Kamloops Blazers’ GM Shaun Clouston on Connor Bedard (pictured): “If, for some reason, he was somehow at some point available, then, of course, he’s one of the best in the world, not only in his age group, but in junior hockey. It would be something we would have high interest [in]. I just think it’s really early and it’s mostly speculation right now.”

traded to Kamloops from the Regina Pats in time for his NHL Draft season and the Blazers’ run at the Memorial Cup? “A lot of times, it’s just speculation,” Clouston said when asked if Bedard might have interest in leaving Regina. “That’s potentially what it is. Regina is a real first-class organization. I’ve known [Pats’ GM and head coach] John Paddock for a number of years. Connor Bedard has had a real impressive career in Regina, with Hockey Canada, from Regina, the last two years.

That’s the first part of that. They’ve got a great organization and great people there. “If, for some reason, he was somehow at some point available, then, of course, he’s one of the best in the world, not only in his age group, but in junior hockey. It would be something we would have high interest [in]. I just think it’s really early and it’s mostly speculation right now.” THE DEFENCEMEN Clouston has work to do on the back end, which will be with-

part of one of the most intriguing seasons in franchise history. “The final step is the emotional, mental strength to be able to do the things you’ve taken the strides in relentlessly, shift after shift, without the dips,” Clouston said. “There was probably a small handful of dips that end up being where the difference could have been made and the series [against Seattle] could have went the other way. “It’s not normal. Winning isn’t normal. To have the challenge, the pressures of performing, of getting it done, it’s a big feat. The summer is really important.” The captain is ready for the challenge. “You know what? Things went wrong. You have to learn from your mistakes,” Stankoven said. “For us, next year, being able to host the Memorial Cup, it’s going to be huge. We don’t want to be the team that just gets to host it. We want to make sure that we win our way all the way to the Memorial Cup and show everybody we have a really good team and deserve to be there.”

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ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Emily Clark (right) scored for Rivers FC in a 7-2 loss to TSS Rovers last weekend in Burnaby.

Rivers FC earns points on the road Rivers FC was in men’s and women’s League1 BC soccer action on the Coast last weekend, squaring off against TSS Rovers on Friday in Burnaby and Altitude FC on Sunday in North Vancouver. Rovers bested Rivers 7-2 in women’s action. Emily Clark and Talia South bulged the old onion bag in a losing effort.

The Kamloops women earned a 1-1 draw with Altitude, with the North Vancouver club registering an own goal in the contest. Rivers, with one win, two losses and one draw on the campaign, sit fourth in women’s standings. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (4-0-0) is atop the table. In men’s play, Rivers and Rovers finished knot-

ted at 0-0, with most of the match played amid heavy rain. Daniel Sagno and Aziz Yousef scored for Rivers in a 2-0 victory over Altitude. Rivers (1-1-2) is fourth in league standings. Rovers (2-0-2) are in first place. Both Kamloops sides will toil against Varsity FC on Sunday, June 12, in Vancouver.

ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Caleb Campbell finds twine for the Kamloops Venom on Saturday at Memorial Arena.

Venom tied for league lead The Kamloops Venom posted a pair of weekend wins at Memorial Arena and sit tied with the Kelowna Kodiaks atop ThompsonOkanagan Junior Lacrosse League standings. Kamloops vanquished the Vernon Tigers 15-3 on Sunday

and thumped the Armstrong Shamrocks 18-3 on Saturday. Notching points for the Venom on Sunday were Trey Dergousoff (5G, 3A), Tanner Koroluk (4G, 1A), Seamus Bankier (2G, 2A), Josh Abel (2G), Temeke7 Gottfriedsen (1G), Jackson Steed (1G),

Caleb Campbell (3A), Nate Van Unen (3A), Cailen Hamilton (2A), Elias Newport (2A), Bill Brewer (1A) and Nolan Virgo (1A). Robert Gerow stopped 32 shots to pick up the win between the pipes. Armstrong is slated to play host to Kamloops

on Saturday. The Venom and South Okanagan Flames are scheduled to toil on Sunday, a 4 p.m. start at Memorial Arena. League standings: Kelowna (7-2-0), Kamloops (7-1), Vernon (2-53), South Okanagan (3-5-0) and Armstrong (0-6-3).

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SOLD North Kamloops 596 MCDONALD AVENUE $399,900 • MLS®167193 • Great starter or investment property with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom • Good sized ﬂat and fenced back yard • Many updates done throughout

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• Approximately 5,000 square foot building lot in the heart of Westsyde • Bergman house plans available which were approved by the city • Retaining wall at the back of the property is in place

Sahali 11-1750 MCKINLEY COURT $524,900 • MLS®167717 • Nicely updated 3 bedroom 3 bathroom townhouse in McKinley Gardens • 2 pets allowed with strata permission. 5 rentals allowed total • Great central location!

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1830 MCKINLEY COURT $849,900 • MLS®167643 • Wonderful original owner home with 3+3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Great family neighbourhood close to all schools and amenities • Many updates throughout including hot water tank, furnace, roof, most windows

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570 DAIRY ROAD $2,699,900 • MLS®166713 • Gorgeous property with over 16 acres and 2 homes • Main home has been extensively renovated with almost 3500 square feet • Secondary home is a beautifully done 2019 manufactured home

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT BUSINESS LICENCE AND REGULATION AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 888, 2022 Pursuant to section 59(2) of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that Council of the District of Logan Lake is considering adopting the Business Licence and Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 888, 2022. This notice provides an opportunity for persons who consider they are affected by the bylaw to make representations to Council. The intent of Bylaw No. 888, if adopted, is to permit an Annual Business Licence fee for Mobile Vendors whereas the current regulations only provide for a one‐day licence. AND TO ADOPT REVITALIZATION TAX EXEMPTION PROGRAM AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 890, 2022 Pursuant to section 227 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that Council of the District of Logan Lake is considering adopting the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program Amendment Bylaw No. 890, 2022. This notice provides an opportunity for persons who consider they are affected by the bylaw to make representations to Council. The intent of Amendment Bylaw No. 890, if adopted, is to encourage, new investment in renewable energy projects in the M3 Zone. Renewable Energy means energy that is collected from Renewable Resources that are naturally replenished on a human timescale such as solar, wind, hydro, tidal, geothermal and biomass energy. With a minimum $100,000 investment the Owner is eligible to apply for a 100% municipal tax exemption on assessed value of land and improvements (buildings) for a maximum 10‐year term. The anticipated exemption amount cannot exceed 35% of the total project budget. How do I find out more information? A copy of the proposed bylaw and related information may be viewed:  

On the District s website at: www.loganlake.ca In person at the Municipal Office, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake during regular office hours, Monday Friday, 8:30 am 4:00 pm, except statutory holidays (closed 12:30 1:00 pm).

How do I provide input? Speak at the 6:30 pm, June 21, 2022 Regular Council meeting to be held in the Council Chambers, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake Provide your comments in writing prior to noon on Thursday, June 16, to the attention of Director of Corporate Affairs , in one of the following ways:  Email: dca@loganlake.ca  Regular mail: District of Logan Lake, Box 190, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0  In person: #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, BC  Fax: 250.523.6678

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Written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection at the Municipal Office and on our website as part of the Council Agenda.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

2021 ANNUAL REPORT The District of Logan Lake 2021 Annual Report is available for public inspection on the District s website at www.loganlake.ca; on the District s Facebook site at www.facebook.com/DistrictofLoganLake; or upon request at the Municipal Office located at #1 Opal Drive between 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday Friday. District Council will consider the 2021 Annual Report and will accept submissions and questions from the public at its regular meeting scheduled for: Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 6:30 pm Municipal Hall, #1 Opal Drive Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0 For more information please contact: Wade Archambault, Chief Administrative Officer, at 250-523-6225 ext. 229.

U-Haul Moving & Storage of Kamloops North Shore claims a Landlords Contractual Lien against the following persons goods in storage at 720 Halston Ave., BC, Tel: 250-376-0962. Auction is subject to cancellation at anytime without notice. JASON MELIEN COURTENAY BENT LETETIA SIMPSON SUSAN LOWENBERG JACQUELINE BRUNETTE LETETIA SIMPSON A sale will take place on ibid4storage. com. until Friday June 17th , 2022. The auction will end at 11:00 AM, unless bidding battle begins. Room contents are personal/household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each locker or U-box unit.

NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that to recover charges under the Provisions of our Storage Agreement, the goods in units (E16) Levi McMuldroch, (E51) Nyasha Manyanyne, (B62) Mellisa Martell, Will be removed on or after June 14, 2022. The person(s) whose name(s) is attached to these outstanding units are liable to us for outstanding charges. McGill Mini Storage Ltd., 1226 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC 1-250-8282287 NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given to Weaver Smith Kailyn Shyrel RE/ Storage of 2003 VW Jetta SN/ 3VWSP69M03M007879 Contact Brad @ 250318-0898 by text or phone call after 4:30 m-f. Car will be disposed of on July 6, 2022 to recover storage fees.

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Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on TUESDAY, June 21, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in the COUNCIL CHAMBERS, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, in order to afford all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the following amendment to Zoning Bylaw 675, 2010 an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in this amendment. ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW 889, 2022 The intent of this bylaw is to amend the Zoning Bylaw 675, 2010 in the following general manner: 

Amend Section 23 P1 Zone Parks and Open Spaces is amended by adding a new permitted use, as follows: 23.1 Mobile Vendor

A copy of the above bylaw and relevant background documents are available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from June 8 to June 21, 2022 inclusive, at the District Office, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, BC. For further information concerning this matter you may contact the Chief Administrative Office at 250-523-6225 or via email at warchambault@loganlake.ca. Dated at Logan Lake, BC. this 6th day of June, 2022. Wade Archambault Chief Administrative Officer

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Executive Director Position Do you want to make a difference in improving the health of indigenous communities? Consider this leadership opportunity to deliver community-based health care at Scw’exmx Community Health Services Society. As the Executive Director you will have a broad understanding of the health care system and will provide overall direction and leadership for the development and support of Scw’Exmx administration and comprehensive team of health care professionals. As an experienced manager you understand the importance of building trust and clearly communicating to bring out the best in your team. Coupled with your strong financial acumen, you bring balance not only to money matters, but also to the important relationships you skillfully build. To be successful in this position the Executive Director will have relevant post-secondary education supplemented by a preferred 5 years of management experience within the health care system.

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DOWNTOWN Rte 306 – 261 6th Ave, 614-911 Seymour St, 600-696 St Paul St, 753-761 Victoria St. - 26 p. Rte 308 – 355 9th Ave, 703-977 St Paul St. - 35 p. Rte 310 – 651-695 2nd Ave, 660-690 3rd Ave, 110-292 Columbia St(Even Side), 106-321 Nicola St, - 43 p. Rte 311 – 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 135-173 St Paul St. – 27 p. Rte 313 – 430-566 4th Ave, 520-577 5th Ave. 435-559 Battle St, 506 Columbia St, 406-576 Nicola St, 418-478 St Paul St. - 34 p. Rte 317 – 535-649 7th Ave, 702-794 Columbia St(Even Side), 702-799 Nicola St. - 40 p. Rte 318 – 463 6th Ave, 446490 7th Ave, 409-585 8th Ave, 604-794 Battle St. - 17 p. Rte 319 – 545 6th Ave, 604690 Columbia St(Even Side), 604-692 Nicola St. -12 p. Rte 320 – 483-587 9th Ave, 801-991 Battle St, 804-992 Columbia St(Even Side), 803-995 Nicola St. - 50 p. Rte 322 – 694 11th Ave, 575-694 13th Ave, 1003-1091 Battle St, 1004-1286 Columbia St(Even Side), 1004-1314 Nicola St. - 56 p. Rte 323 – 755-783 6th Ave, 763-884 7th Ave, 744-764 8th Ave, 603-783 Columbia St(odd Side), 605-793 Domion St. - 52 p. Rte 324 – 606-795 Pine St. – 33 p. Rte 325 - 764-825 9th Ave, 805979 Columbia St (Odd Side), 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. - 64 p. Rte 326 – 850 11th Ave, 10031083 Columbia St(Odd Side), 1003-1195 Dominion St. - 33 p. Rte 327 – 1103-1459 Columbia St. (Odd Side), 1203-1296 Dominion St. – 38 p. Rte 328 – 935 13th Ave, Cloverleaf Cres, Dominion Cres, Park Cres, Pine Cres. - 62 p. Rte 329 – 880-1101 6th Ave, 925-1045 7th Ave, 878-1020 8th Ave, 605-795 Pleasant St. -39 p. Rte 330 – 1062-1125 7th Ave, 1066-1140 8th Ave, 601-783 Douglas St. -37 p. Rte 331 – 984-987 9th Ave, 1125 10th Ave, 901-981 Douglas St, 902-999 Munro St, 806-990 Pleasant St. – 33 p. Rte 335 – 1175-1460 6th Ave, 1165-1185 7th Ave, Cowan St, 550-792 Munro St. - 56 p. Rte 339 -1265-1401 9th Ave, 916-1095 Fraser St. – 26 p. Rte 340 – McMurdo Dr. – 23 p. Rte 370 – Nicola Wagon Rd, 35-377 W. Seymour St. – 36 p. Rte 371 – Connaught Rd, 451-475 Lee Rd, W. St Paul St. - 73 p. Rte 380 – Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. – 69 p. Rte 381 – 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. – 42 p. Rte 382 – 114-150 Fernie Pl, Fernie Rd, 860-895 Lombard St. – 23 p. Rte 384 – 407-775 W.Battle St, 260-284 Centre Ave. – 42 p.

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LOWER SAHALI/SAHALI Rte 400 – 383 W. Columbia St. – 21 p. Rte 401 – 250-395,405-425 Pemberton Terr. – 81 p. Rte 403 – 405-482 Greenstone Dr, Tod Cres. – 28 p. Rte 405 – Anvil Cres, 98-279 Bestwick Dr., Bestwick Crt E & W, Morrisey Pl. – 51 p. Rte 411 – 206-384 Arrowstone Dr, Eagle Pl, Gibraltar Crt & Wynd. – 55 p. Rte 449 - Assiniboine Rd, Azure Pl, Chino Pl, Sedona Dr. – 90 p. Rte 451 – Odin Crt, Whiteshield Cres, Whiteshield Pl. – 39 p. Rte 452 – 1430-1469 Springhill Dr. – 64 p. Rte 453 – 1575-1580 Springhill Dr. – 73 p. Rte 454 – Crosby Rd. Humphrey Rd, 580 Sedona Dr, Springfield Pl, 1600-1799 Springhill Dr. -45 p. Rte 455 – 1780 Springview Pl. –32 p. Rte 456 – Springhaven Pl, Springridge Pl, 1730-1799 Springview Pl. – 47 p. Rte 471 - 100-293 Monmouth Dr. – 38 p. Rte 474 – Coppertree Crt, Trophy Crt. – 21 p. Rte 475 – Castle Towers Dr, Sedgewick Crt & Dr. – 47 p. Rte 476 – Tantalus Crt, Tinniswood Crt, 2018-2095 Tremerton Dr. – 50 p. Rte 481 – Robson Lane, Whistler Crt, Dr & Pl. – 68 p. Rte 485 – 690 Robson Dr, 2020 & 2084 Robson Pl. – 50 p. PINEVIEW VALLEY/ MT. DUFFERIN Rte 580 – 1300-1466 Pacific Way, Prairie Rose Dr, Rockcress Dr. – 83 p. Rte 582 – 1540-1670 Hillside Dr, 1500-1625 Mt Dufferin Ave, Windward Pl. – 38 p. Rte 584 - 1752–1855 Hillside Dr. – 26 p. Rte 586 – Mt Dufferin Cres, Park Way, Plateau Pl. – 26 p. Rte 587 – Sunshine Crt, & Pl. – 51 p. Rte 588 – Davies Pl, 16801751 Hillside Dr, Hillside Pl, Monterey Pl, Scott Pl. - 46 p. Rte 590 - 1397 Copperhead Dr, Saskatoon Pl. – 36 p. ABERDEEN Rte 501 – 655-899 Fleming Dr, Fleming Pl. – 49 p. Rte 503 - Fleming Circ, Hampshire Dr. & Pl, Hector Dr. – 51 p. Rte 504 – 2146-2294 Sifton Ave, Sifton Lane. – 48 p. Rte 508 – 700-810 Hugh Allan Dr. - 49 p. Rte 509 – 459-551 Laurier Dr, Shaughnessy Hill. – 46 p. Rte 510 – 372-586 Aberdeen Dr, 402-455 Laurier Dr, - 36 p. Rte 511 – Drummond Crt. – 50 p.

Rte 513 – Braemar Way, 556-696 Laurier Dr, 2214-2296 Van Horne Dr. – 36 p. Rte 516 – Garymede Crt, 2204-2263 Garymede Dr, Gilmour Pl. – 38 p. Rte 517 – 2267-2299 Garymede Dr, Greenock Crt & Pl. – 49 p. Rte 520 – Canongate Cres & Pl, 805-841 Dunrobin Dr, Whitburn Cres. - 73 p. Rte 522 – 604-747 Dunrobin Dr, Dunrobin Pl. – 65 p. Rte 523 - 2300-2398 Abbeyglen Way, 750-794 Dunrobin Dr. – 70p. Rte 526 – 2015-2069 Van Horne Dr. – 69 p. Rte 527 – Hunter Pl, Huntleigh Cres. – 25 p. Rte 528 - 1115-1180 Howe Rd, 1115-1185 Hugh Allen Dr.-47 p. Rte 532 – Harrison Pl & Way, 1181-1290 Howe Rd. – 38 p. Rte 544 - 2070-2130 Van Horne Dr, Holyrood Cir. & Pl. – 23 p.

VALLEYVIEW/ JUNIPER Rte 603 - Comazzetto Rd, Strom Rd, 1625-1764 Valleyview Dr. - 42 p. Rte 606 - Orchard Dr, Russet Wynd, 1815–1899 Valleyview Dr. – 39 p. Rte 607 – Cardinal Dr, 19092003 Valleyview Dr. - 33 p. Rte 614 – 2504-2667 Sunset Dr, 2459-2669 ETC Hwy. – 49 p. Rte 618 – Big Nickel Pl, Chapman Pl, Marsh Rd, Paul Rd, Peter Rd, 2440-2605 Thompson Dr. - 58 p. Rte 620 – MacAdam Rd, McKay Pl, Pyper Way, 2516-2580 Valleyview Dr. – 63 p. Rte 621 – Duck Rd, Skelly Rd, 96 Tanager Dr, 2606-2876 Thompson Dr. – 46 p. Rte 652 – Coldwater Crt, 1616-1890+1955-2212 Coldwater Dr, 1921-1999 Skeena Dr.(Odd Side) – 53 p. DALLAS Rte 751 - 5310 Barnhartvale Rd, Bogetti Pl, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr, 5485-5497 ETC Hwy, Viking Dr, Wade Pl. – 64 p. Rte 752 – Coster Pl, 5600-5998 Dallas Dr, Harper Pl, & Rd. – 69 p. Rte 755 – 6159-6596 Dallas Dr, McAuley Pl, Melrose Pl, Yarrow Pl. – 71 p. Rte 760 – Beaver Cres, Chukar Dr. – 62 p. NORTH SHORE/BATCHELOR Rte 137 – 106-229,231-330 Clapperton Rd, 203-266,268-285 Leigh Rd, 172-180 Wilson St. – 23 p. Rte 140 – 217+222 Beach Ave, 203-277 Fairview Ave, Larch Ave, 237-247 Schubert Dr. – 68 p.Rte 170 – Alview Cres, 16801770 Westsyde Rd. – 50 p. Rte 173 – 1655 Batchelor Dr, Leightn Pl, 1708-1729 North River Dr, Pennask Terr. – 36 p. Rte 175 - Norfolk Crt, Norview Pl, 821-991 Norview Rd. – 36 p. Rte 180 – 807-1104 Quail Dr, Quails Roost Crt & Dr. -79 p. Rte 184 – 2077-2097 Saddleback Dr, 2001-2071 Stagecoach Dr. – 19 p.

WESTMOUNT Rte 203 – 508-700 Collingwood Dr. (Even Side) – 47p. Rte 207 – 820-895 Anderson Terr, 1920-1990 Westsyde Rd(Even Side). – 24 p. WESTSYDE Rte 221 – 3013-3072 Bank Rd, Bermer Pl, 710-790 Bissette Rd, 3007-3045 Westsyde Rd(Odd Side). – 60 p. Rte 244 – Archibald Pl, Hargraves Pl, 1020-1148 Pine Springs Rd, Sullivan Pl, Wawn Crt, 863-897 Wawn Rd. – 42 p. Rte 249 – 3085-3132 Bank Rd, 600-655 Bissette Rd, Cooper Pl, Hayward Pl, Norbury Rd. – 57 p, Rte 253 – Irving Pl, 2401-2477 Parkview Dr, Rhonmore Cres, 2380+2416 Westsyde Rd. – 45 p. Rte 255 – 2470-2681 Parkview Dr, - 28 p. BROCKLEHURST Rte 1 – Argyle Ave, Ayr Pl, 10631199 Crestline St, 1008-1080 Moray St, Perth Pl. 93 p. Rte 4 – 727-795 Crestline St, 2412-2680 Tranquille Rd. – 40 p. Rte 11 – 2401 Ord Rd.(Units 1-80) – 72 p. Rte 12 – 2401 Ord Rd.(Units 81-160) – 69 p. Rte 14 – 2305-2399 Briarwood Ave, McInnes Pl, Richards Pl, Wallace Pl. – 35 p. Rte 19 - Downie Pl. & St, Moody Ave. & Pl, 2307-2391 Tranquille Rd. – 50 p. Rte 20 – Barbara Ave, Pala Mesa Pl, Strauss St, Townsend Pl, 2105-2288 Tranquille Rd. – 48 p. Rte 30 – 1810-1897 Fleetwood Ave, 995-1085 Southill St. – 30 p. Rte 41 – Alexis Ave, 520-796 Singh St, Slater Ave. – 59 p. Rte 43 – Cliﬀord Ave, 17131795 Happyvale Ave, 500-595 Holt St, Kobayashi Pl. – 69 p. Rte 53 – 1565 Lethbridge Ave. – 16 p. Rte 54 – Ryan Pl, Spartan Pl, 850-945 Singh St. -67 p. Rte 61 – Popp St, Stratford Pl, 1371-1413 Tranquille Rd, Waterloo Pl, Woodstock Pl. – 38 p. Rte 69 – 2612-2699 Briarwood Ave, 1100-1199 Moray St. -42 p. RAYLEIGH Rte 830 – Chetwynd Dr, Stevens Dr. – 55 p. Rte 833 – Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. – 44 p. Rte 834 – Armour Pl, 42054435 Spuraway Rd. - 34 p. Rte 838 – 4556-4797 Cammeray Dr, Strawberry Lane. – 62 p. LOGAN LAKE Rte 913 – 185-196 Cedar Crt, Dogwood Ave, Cres, Crt, Pl, 261-297 Juniper Dr, Juniper Pl, Ponderosa Pl. -45 p.

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GIVE LAVISHLY LIVE ABUNDANTLY By Helen Steiner Rice The more you give, The more you get, The more you laugh, The less you fret, The more you do unselfishly, The more you live abundantly, The more of everything you share, The more you’ll always have to spare, The more you love, The more you’ll find, That life is good, And friends are kind, For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day.

Breakthrough by Nel de Keijzer Santa Barbara, California

The tears of grief Have washed away The clouds of sorrow, And vision now is clarified I miss you still, But see you new In light of joy And smile at your remembrance. The love we shared Still here to give And to experience The joy that comes from that, is you!

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In Loving Memory of Irene Layland

In Memoriams

In Loving Memory of Carmen Werstiuk

August 24, 1965 – June 11, 2017

May 27, 1933 June 9, 2020

OTHERS WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE Others who have gone before Hold up my trembling hand. They comfort me in the blind despair I cannot understand. They suffer with me when I hurt, Weep with me in my pain, Remind me that we are not lost ... Though I must now remain. Those who’ve gone before me, Hear me when I cry. Sing softly with me soothing chords Of unsung lullabies. Mourn anniversaries never marked, A future I cannot keep. They gently kiss the pain away, And love my heart to sleep. The ones who’ve gone before me Hold me in my dreams. They gently stroke my furrowed brow, And calm my silent screams. They love me in my heartache, Wait quietly nearby., Hold patiently, one to another Till I join them by and by. By Joanetta Hendel, Indianapolis, Indiana

Beloved Brother, Son, Husband, Uncle and Friend.

Heaven gained the most perfect Angel two years ago.

Five years now Bro....and it still hasn’t got any easier, but I can say your name now without tearing up.

We miss hearing your voice, seeing your smile, feeling the warmth of your hugs.

Asking for a rainbow at French Beach.

Forever in our hearts and with all our Love, Maureen, Don, Megyn, Pat, Tom and Families.

Love Mom & Dad (Gloria, Nestor), Wife (Kathleen), Brother (Carl, Kassidy), Sisters (Sherri, Walter) & Simone, Brother-in-law (Michael, Kristina), Niece (Brittny, Ryan), Nephews (Derek, Robert & Theodore).

Missing You!

Footprints

One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two set of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. “Lord, you said that once I decided to followed you, you’d walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times of life, there is only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why, when I needed you most, you would leave me.” The Lord replied, “My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you saw only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.” Margaret Fishback Powers

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Gordon Aaron McLin July 8, 1992 - May 21, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Aaron (Gordon Aaron) McLin announce his sudden passing on May 21, 2022 in Oliver, BC at the age of 29. Aaron had a big heart and was a proud father to Carson James and Mackenzie Jacqueline (Joey Whynaught), Blake Ian and Lucas Thomas (Sydnie Fladmark) and twins Tyler Shaun Jacob and Waylon James Kenneth (Tiffany Lakusta). He treasured his children and embraced every moment with them. Aaron loved spending time with family and friends and making those around him laugh. He was a loved son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew and cousin to many. Aaron brought joy to every place he went. Just being in his presence made you smile. He made friends anywhere he went with his outgoing personality. He leaves a mark on everyone he meets. Unforgettable. His strength and determination is inspiring, anything he wanted to do he would put his whole heart into and learn everything he needed to to get it right. Once he got his mind set on something there was no stopping him, from fixing cars, to gardening, to his beautiful artwork, he put his whole heart into it and it always showed. He was always willing to lend a hand and helped out anyone who needed him with a smile on his face. He loved fiercely, there’s nothing he wouldn’t do for the people he cared about. He was so adventurous, always willing to go and do anything and most things he did he took a liking to. He really was a Jack-of-all-trades. He loved working with equipment and he excelled at it, he had quite a few ranching years and he also loved and excelled at that too. Anything that got his hands dirty and his muscles bigger he was happy to do.

Aaron will be forever missed and kept close to our hearts. Goodbyes are not forever goodbyes are not the end they simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again Memorial service at Kamloops Hillside Cemetery at 1:30 pm on June 10, 2022 with a luncheon to follow at Hal Roger’s Center at 2:30 pm. Condolences may be sent to the family via DrakeCremation.com

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Edward John Walsh We are deeply saddened to bring word of the passing of Edward John Walsh on April 23, 2022, in Overlander Long Term Care Home, Kamloops, B.C. Ed was born on June 29, 1923 in Farmingdale, Saskatchewan. He grew up during the Great Depression in High Tor, Saskatchewan, on the family farm. In 1942, at the age of 19, he volunteered for the army, and set his path to fight in World War II. While in training, he was involved in testing protective equipment to protect the troops from gas attacks. Ed was in active combat in Europe but missed the warm welcome and fanfare afforded the returning soldiers when the war ended, as he continued serving to help bring calm and justice after the war. When Ed returned to High Tor, he had plans to farm alongside his parents. When he became ill with rheumatic fever, he ended up in the hospital in Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan. A young nurse there, Beverly was one of the staff who nursed him back to health. She captured his heart in the process. They married in 1950 and, after the arrival of two sons, realized that farming in Saskatchewan wasn't the future for them. They relocated to B.C. and, for a time lived in Louis Creek, B.C. After the birth of their daughter, they both found work and settled in the Village of Ashcroft. Ed worked for a few years at a local sawmill and then many years for the Village of Ashcroft, where he took on more and more responsibilities in his position and worked his way up to become Foreman of the Village of Ashcroft. In addition, he believed in being a vital force in the community, so he made himself available for many years helping out as a Volunteer Fireman, attending practice once every week. He was “on call” to attend any and all fires, including wildfires, at any time of the day or night. Because of that, he decided having an Industrial First Aid Ticket was necessary. So, he obtained that accreditation, and received the coveted "A" ticket. That accreditation enabled him to work as an Ambulance attendant/driver and he spent many years volunteering in that capacity. When Ed was in his fifties, he quit smoking and began an active lifestyle. He ran and walked and hiked up the local hills, learned to play racquetball and routinely beat the daylights out of many individuals much younger than himself. Due to his very active, healthy lifestyle, during his 70's and 80's, Ed was referred to by the local populace as the "60-year-old Swede". He inspired and uplifted so many people with his positivity and good spirits. When Ed quit his job at the Village, he began working as a Custodian for the High School in Ashcroft and worked himself up to Head Custodian. He spent a few years in this position, enjoying his job and the people very much. He made many friends and the memories brought him a lot of pleasure. Because of his training in First Aid, he also taught students First Aid. After retiring decades ago, many students still remember him from that time to this day. When he retired, there was a fun-filled, well-attended roast to celebrate his years of service and then Ed and Bev spent well over a decade travelling with well-loved, dear friends and family to Southern California every winter to play golf and get away from the cold B.C. interior winters. Friends from Ashcroft, as well as Ed's sisters and their spouses would join them there, and it was an amazing, cherished time for all of them. In 2009, he lost his wife, Bev, but continued to live in Ashcroft. In 2013, he sold the home that he and Bev loved so much, and moved to a Kamloops to Chartwell Ridgepointe Retirement Home, where he joined many other former "Ashcroftites". He relished several years of happiness and fun, making many more friends, including his particular favourite friend, Jeanne Gagnon, dancing up a storm and winning over many more hearts in the process. Ed was adored by his family and friends, was a positive influence on everyone he met. He has impacted so many lives for the good. He was a true gentleman. He had a cheerful, upbeat attitude. He was a wonderful neighbour and an even better friend. Ed was always willing to help in any way he could. The sparkle in his eyes and his infectious smile will be remembered forever. His family will always remember him as an incredible, loving, and beloved father, husband, uncle, father-in-law, grandad, great grandad.....and friend. He was predeceased by his father John "Jack" Walsh, his mother Isabella "Bella" Walsh, wife Beverly and his two sisters Mary (Tom) and Martha (Glen). He is survived by his three children Alan (Edna), Ryan and Valerie and his granddaughter Angela (Greg) and great-grandson Grayson and his great-granddaughter Sophia, his granddaughter Loren and his greatgranddaughter Lily. The Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, July 9, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Ashcroft Legion. The address of the Legion is: 300 Brink Street, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Society of British Columbia in memory of Ed Walsh would be appreciated.

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Gertrude (Gert) Margaret LaPierre It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother Gertrude (Gert) Margaret LaPierre on May 27, 2022, at the age of 89 years in Kamloops, BC.

Myrtle Ruby Sadar (née Tagseth) passed away May 5, 2022. Myrtle was born in Wakaw, Saskatchewan on June 24, 1932 After finishing high school in Middle Lake, Saskatchewan, she moved to Edmonton, Alberta, where she trained as a nurse at the Royal Alexandra Hospital School of Nursing. After completing her studies, she moved to Princeton, British Columbia, where she worked at Princeton General Hospital, ascending to the role of Director of Nurses. There she met a mining engineering student, Edward Stanislav Sadar, whom she married on September 17, 1955. Their marriage took them across North and South America, from Butte and Lewistown in Montana, to the Peruvian Andes, to Britannia Beach, British Columbia; to the deserts of Mexico and Arizona; to Esterhazy, Saskatchewan; and to Kimberley, British Columbia, before settling in Kamloops, British Columbia in 1968. They moved to North Vancouver in 2017. She is survived by her husband of 66 years Edward Stanislav Sadar, her daughter Marianne Dorothy Sadar, her son John Stanislav Sadar, and her brother Harold Tagseth. She is predeceased by siblings Astrid Lorenza Hope, Melvin Casper Tagseth, Louis Norman Tagseth, Arthur Martin Tagseth, and Edward Albert Tagseth, and daughter Elisia. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews whose lives she enriched immeasurably. Myrtle will be remembered by all she touched as a dedicated nurse, an avid golfer and curler, an astute bridge player, a trusted friend, a treasured family member, and a loving and devoted spouse and mother.

Terrance Leo John Maurice Souriol It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our son Terrance Leo John Maurice Souriol on May 23, 2022, at the young age of 39.

Gert was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on August 12, 1932, to parents John and Margaret McDonald where she remained until her marriage in 1952, then following her husband around the globe supporting his military career until his final posting in Kamloops, BC in 1974. Throughout her life in Kamloops, Gert supported many service clubs by volunteering her time as well as working full time in the hospitality industry and supporting her children and grandchildren. Gert is predeceased by her husband Edward, son Michael, two brothers and a sister. Gert leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Wendy (Lloyd) Doucette, son Edward (Jaimie) LaPierre and daughter-in-law Rita LaPierre, sister Joan Creelman and brother Jack McDonald as well as five grandchildren and three bonus grandchildren, as well as numerous greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022 at 12 noon at Schoening Funeral Service, 513 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice in Mom’s name.

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Celebration of Life for Joan Epp Please join us for a Celebration of Life for our wonderful mom, Joan Epp on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm at the Kamloops Curling Club.

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Terrance was born on November 10, 1982, at 2:52 pm at Hay River, NWT. Spent his early years in Yellowknife, NWT, before moving to Kamloops, BC, where he spent the rest of his time. Terrance loved working on his health, cars, gaming, watching movies and never outgrew his passion for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Though he did many jobs in his life and he always put 110% of his energy in whatever he was working on. He was very passionate and always loved holidays where he could spend time with his family. He loved taking care of animals and had many pets throughout the years.

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Jeannette Pauline Ferner With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jeannette on June 1st, 2022. How very, very proud and lucky we were that you were our Mom. Your love will always be with us. With our whole hearts, thank you for being our Mom and Grandma. May God care for you as you cared for us. Love Mark, Jody, Mac and Cheryl Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

Carla Elseina Catharina Curtis Please join us for a funeral service on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 11:00 am Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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He is survived by his loving mother Roberta, sons Bane and Dyllan, brothers Adam and Blayne, step-sisters Kyla and Mystic, father Leo, step-dads Robert and Brian. Also acknowledging Aunties and Uncles, Grandparents and extended family members. Predeceased by Nanny Rose.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Geoffrey at Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services for all his support through this difficult time.

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It is with heavy hearts that we said goodbye to our loving Mom & Nonna our PATRIARCH at the age of 96. On June 3, 2022, our beloved Mother, Venise (Vincenza) Assunta Sirianni (nee Fuoco) was welcomed home by God. Venise leaves to mourn her deeply are her sons, Ralph (Sandy) and Frank. Nonna will also be missed greatly by her beloved grandchildren Ryan (Brooke) and Melissa (Troy Lust) and her great-grandchildren Danilo and Danika Sirianni and Mia and Bentley Lust. Venise was predeceased by her husband Eugene (Gino) Sirianni, her son Donald (Anne), sister Dora Fuoco, mother and father Francesca and Raffaele Fuoco. Venise was born in Colosimi, Italy, on August 13, 1925, Venise with her mother, father and sister Dora emigrated to Canada in 1939 at the age 13 years old. Mom described her childhood as simple but filled with love and happiness. Venise graduated from St. Ann’s Academy Commercial School as a stenographer in 1945. Mom and Dad were married in Sacred Heart Cathedral in Kamloops, BC, on June 22, 1949. Mom’s first job was at the Forestry Department and then United Dairies. However, the job she took the most pleasure in was being a Wife, Mother to her boys Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Catholic faith with a strong devotion and she was a life-long member of the Catholic Women's League until health issues prevented her participation. Mom was a founding Member of the Can-Itel Ladies’ Society and held the position of Treasurer for many years. Mom also was a Little Flower Society member and spending many happy times with Dad at the Columbo Hall. The Sirianni family would like to thank Dr. Wilson and Laura for their outstanding care of our mother, the Staff at RIH on 5 South and Interior Home Care aids and Ninas for their compassion and care of Mom during her time at home and for being such good friends to Mom. Prayers will be recited at Sacred Heart Cathedral at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2022 and the Funeral will commence at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022, conducted by Father Fred Weisbeck. Entobment to follow at Sage Valley Mausoleum. Donations in lieu of flowers to the BC Lung Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Donald George (Don) Thompson May 24, 2022

Don has gone to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on May 24, 2022, at the age of 80. Don was born in Thunder Bay, Ontario and moved to Kamloops in 1969. He retired from Weyerhaeuser Pulp Mill in 2005 and enjoyed many years camping, fishing and wine making with his friends. He leaves to mourn his wife Carol of 59 years; daughter Kathleen (Warren) Follweiter, grandchildren Darren (Kristie), Shannon (Travis), Christine (Kat), Clayton (Angie); daughter Kim (Mike) Dickinson, granddaughter Veronica, Erin (Mike); son Jim (Allison), grandsons Kevin, Kyle and Quinn; four great-grandchildren Alya, Wyatt, Logan and Evelyn; three brothers and two sisters and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one sister.

Born January 8,1935 to Margo and Tom Flatt in Fort St.John, BC. Hilary will be dearly missed by his wife of 60 years Winifred, his three children Laurie (Rick) Janz, Sharon Flatt (Dave Jones), Grant (Nicole) Flatt, his four grandchildren Katlyn Hammond, Riley Janz, Emily Papp and Lawson Flatt and his sister Phil (Vern) Churchill and numerous nephews and nieces. He was predeceased his brothers Mickey and Tony and his daughter Annette. When Hilary was 9, his parents moved to the ranch close to Kamloops so their children could get a better education. After graduating from Kamloops High School, Hilary worked at the sawmill in Monte Lake until it closed in 1970 and then began to ranch full time. He expanded the irrigation system and then began to expanded his cow herd and then expanded his summer pasture to areas around Lumby and Big White. Hilary and Win did numerous trips with Wells Gray Tours, they did memorable trips to England, Canada East Coast and an Alaskan boat cruise. After moving to Holmwood in 1944, Hilary and his parents attended St. Peters Anglian Church in Monte Creek. Hilary continued to be involved with the church whether it be construction of the new addition to the church and renovating the church hall and serving on serval committees. He also helped organized and maintain the Holmwood and the Monte Creek Cemetery. Hilary will be best known as man who loved to help others, whether it was moving hay, branding or fixing a building. Always up for a card game, listening to country music or a good old country dance, cheering on the Blazers hockey team or just visiting friends and having a good chin wag. Old ranchers never die, they just find greener pastures. We love you Hilary, dad, grandpa. The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the charity of your choice.

Malburn Ronald Endean February 16, 1932 - May 26, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Malburn Ronald Endean. Surrounded by his family he left us for heaven on May 26, 2022 in his 90th year. He is survived by his loving wife Dorothy of 65 years. He also leaves his son Ronald (Deborah), daughter Bonnie (Andrew) along with three granddaughters Kathleen, Melissa and Kimberley (Vance), plus three great-grandchildren Elizabeth, Emery and Mila. He also had three step great-grandchildren Danielle, Mya and Alia. He was sadly predeceased by his infant son James Russell Endean in 1961. Mal (Mang) was born in the Peace River Region of Alberta in 1932 in a little place called Berwyn, and came to Kamloops in 1948. He was the eldest of 9 children of Morley and Marjorie Endean (both predeceased). He had a strong bond with his siblings 4 of which are predeceased Cork, Norm, Rose, and Tom. He will be fondly remembered by his surviving sisters and brothers Marjorie, Vic, Patsy and Ken. Mal (Grandpa) will be greatly missed by all who new him. He was a wealth of talent with his guitar music and in his gift of story telling. Family was everything to him. His honest giving nature and welcoming heart to all will never be forgotten. Celebration of life: Friday, June 10, 2022 at 11:00 am at Kamloops Funeral Home -285 Fortune Drive. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery, Kamloops, BC. Afternoon Open house welcomes family and friends to daughter Bonnie Hill’s residence in McLure – 357 Orchard Lake Rd, Heffley Creek/ McLure. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the SPCA.

A celebration of Don’s life will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 1:00 pm at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 2481 Sunset Drive, Kamloops, BC with Pastor Andrew McDonald officiating.

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Lorenza Bernardo

September 21, 1935 - May 31, 2022 With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Lorenza Bernardo (nee Perri) in Kamloops, BC, Canada. She was born in Cleto, Cosenza, Italy where she grew up on a farm with an olive grove overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. She was picking chestnuts with her sister Elisandrina in nearby Aiello when she fell in love with her soulmate Augusto. They were married in Cleto on January 18, 1959 and became a family in October of that year with the birth of their first daughter Pina. In February 1962, Lorenza, Augusto and their second daughter, Donisa, moved to McBride, BC, Canada where they created a strong circle of friends with fellow immigrants from Italy, forged new bonds with many Robson Valley neighbours and expanded their family with the births of Gisella, Marisa, Marcella and Dino. In December 1971, Lorenza’s sister Elisandrina arrived from Italy. The family moved to Kamloops in August 1979 which would be her final resting place. Lorenza is predeceased by her daughters Pina (September 1960) and Marisa (November 1969), as well as her parents Gaspare and Antonia Perri. Her seven sisters and three brothers — Maria Francesca, Battista, Cristina, Carmela, Elisa, Aquilina, Elisandrina, Loretta, Giuseppe and Michele— all passed on before she was ready to leave us. Lorenza is also predeceased by three brothers-in-law Florindo, Orlando and Maurino. She lost her beloved nephew Gino Franchini May 31,1990. We believe he was there to welcome her to Heaven that same date. Along with her devoted husband Augusto, Donisa, Gisella, Marcella and Dino, Lorenza is survived by her brothers-in-law Guerino Bernardo and Cesare (Ida) Bernardo, as well as sisters-in-law Assunta Perri, Ida Paladino, Giuseppina Bernardo and Emma Bernardo, numerous nephews and nieces in Italy, Germany and Canada and many god children. She leaves behind several dear friends who treasured her company, advice and shoulder-shaking laughter. When she wasn’t cooking huge meals for special occasions or family and friends passing through Kamloops, Lorenza enjoyed being a personal shopper for her kids and chatting on the phone just catching up, trading recipes or diligently reporting what’s on sale at her favourite stores. Our family would like to thank Dr. Servaas Swart and his office staff for their dedicated care of Lorenza over the past few years, many home health community care aides and all the frontline staff at Royal Inland Hospital —especially the compassionate nurses, gentle care aides and kind porters in the emergency department and on 7North. We’re also grateful for the workers and volunteers at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home who made her final days comfortable and peaceful. Prayers will be recited 7:30pm on Friday, June 10, 2022 at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Kamloops. Father Fred Weisbeck will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial 12:00pm on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Entombment will follow in the Sage Valley Mausoleum at Hillside Cemetery. Donations can be made in honour of Lorenza to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation and the Kamloops Hospice Association.

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Elizabeth (Betty) Harrison January 21, 1937 - May 21, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Betty Harrison announce her passing, surrounded by her loving family at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House. Left to mourn are her three children: Debbie, Audrey Harrison of Kamloops, son Rick (Liza) of Redwater, AB. Five grandchildren: Brandon Bishop (Alexandra), greatgranddaughter Eva of Quebec, Devon Bishop (Deanna), greatgranddaughter June of Kamloops, Travis Avramovic (Lindsay) of Okotoks, AB, Lindsay and Derek Harrison of Redwater, AB. Predeceased by her husband Jim in August 2015 and grandson Connor Avramovic, September 2011. Betty was born in Hazelton, BC and raised in Terrace, BC. She met our father at a baseball game May long weekend in 1957, from there on, they became an “item”! They married November 1, 1958, the following September Debbie was born in Kamloops. Audrey was born in Terrace in 1964, followed 21 months later with the birth of Rick in Prince George. Family meant the world to Mom, she was very proud of the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren. Mom hosted many family dinners most often cooking a turkey followed by a fabulous dessert! There were always good treats and baking in Granny’s kitchen. Mom was a hard worker, and kept a beautiful home, cooking, baking, gardening and canning. She worked in retail, then at Overlander Extendicare Hospital as an Activity Aide, until retirement. Mom and Dad loved to travel, taking many bus tours (she didn’t like flying) and cruises or getaways in the car to visit family and friends throughout British Columbia and Alberta. She was a member of the Excelsior Rebekah Lodge 23 serving as their Chaplain and for a time, as their District Deputy President. She enjoyed her time as a Rebekah forging many lasting friendships. Mom’s health deteriorated steadily in these last few months. She didn’t want to leave us, but knew she couldn’t stay. There will a big void in our family, we will miss her immensely. We would like to thank first responders, the staff at Royal Inland Hospital Emergency Dept, 7 North, and the staff at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House, for their compassionate care of our Mother and Grandmother. A special thank you to family and friends who had her in their thoughts and prayers and to Minister LeAnn Blackert for making a special trip from Kelowna to see her – this meant the world to her. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes to Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House in Betty’s memory would be greatly appreciated. Service to be announced at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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he first cohort of software engineering students will cross the stage at Thompson Rivers University on Thursday during convocation — and among them will be Lorelei Guidos, the only woman in the group. Guidos started studying business, but changed course toward engineering after her first year. She is now working for a Salmon Arm company, putting her software skills to work in sawmill automation. Guidos said she wasn’t at all technically inclined before switching over, but knew she wanted to pursue something technical. Enrolled in a brand new program with just four other classmates, Guidos said her university experience wasn’t quite what she expected. She said she saw the appeal of small class sizes at TRU, but in an even smaller than usual class, she was able to get plenty of time with her professors. “But also, you’re working actively with them to set up the curricula to build up the program,” Guidos said. Between the third and fourth year of the program, students are required to do a co-op work term. Guidos made the best of it, securing a position with industrial automation company Raptor Integration Inc., located in Salmon Arm, which is her hometown. said working in integration, where software controls hardware so directly, has been a rewarding experience. “What I’m doing is affecting the real world in very tangible ways. It’s different than, for instance, designing a website that people see an interact with. What I do is sawmill automation, so when I change my code, I watch giant massive saws cut trees,” she said, laughing.

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Lorelei Guidos is seen presenting a project one year in the making, done in collaboration with the company she works for — Raptor Integration Inc. of Salmon Arm.

Her position as a software engineer is a rarity in a field that has historically been dominated by men. A 2020 report by Engineers Canada showed that in 2019, about 18 per cent of newly licensed engineers were women. That figure compares to an overall total of 13.9 per cent women in the profession in the same year. That growth will have to continue in order to fulfill the organization’s goals of increasing the share of women engineers by 2030 to 30 per cent. To that end, Guidos is doing her part. “We brought in a whole bunch of youths from Kamloops high schools for a robotics competition and just an intro to tech, kind of thing,” she said. Guidos said she has even felt like a role model herself as of late, fielding questions from students still getting through the program. “It really hit close to home because that’s one of those things I would have loved to see more. I would have loved to have someone [a fellow female stu-

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Thompson Rivers University is bestowing honorary degrees on six people at the university’s spring convocation, which is taking place this week. The honorary degrees are the highest form of recognition at TRU and are given for excellence in the fields of public affairs, sciences, arts, humanities, business, law and philanthropy. Receiving a doctor of laws honorary degree is Wally Oppal, a widely recognized and respected justice who is notable for his work in 2010, leading the inquiry into missing women in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. He also served as TRU’s chancellor from 2011 to 2018. Georges Henry Erasmus, a leading advocate for reconciliation and Indigenous issue, is also receiving a doctor of laws honorary degree. Erasmus was the youngest national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, elected in 1985. Among his other accolades are the Order of Canada (1999) and the Governor General’s Northern Medal (2009), as well as a number of other honorary degrees. A doctor of letters is being presented to Tom Allen, a longtime broadcaster who had a 30-year career in radio and television at the CBC. He has since toured across Canada with partner Lori Gemmell, presenting shows that mix music, history and storytelling. It wasn’t too long ago that Adam Miron picked up his diploma, having graduated from TRU in 2007. He is receiving a doctor of laws honorary degree. Since graduating, Miron has had several successful ventures, including iPolitics and Hexo, which grew into one of Canada’s largest cannabis companies. He also wrote a book about his experience, Billion Dollar Start-Up, released in 2021. Anne and Roland Neave are receiving a doctor of letters honorary degree recognizing their contributions to the community and to the environment. Roland was a Cariboo College student in the early 1970s who spent his summers organizing bus tours through Wells Gray Provincial Park, which grew into B.C.’s largest outbound tour company, Wells Gray Tours. Anne was a teacher in Kamloops for 19 years and has been volunteering with environmental and social justice groups for 35 years.

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More than 100 Kamloops area businesses have been nominated in 15 categories in the 2022 Business Excellence Awards, presented by the Kamloops and District Chamber of Commerce and MNP. Abbott Wealth Management/ Harbourfront Wealth Management Business Person of the Year: • Aleece Laird, Amplify Consulting • Anthony Salituro, Jardines Domain • Debora DeLyzer, People in Motion • Greg Klohn, GK Sound • Jared Summers, The Noble Pig • Joshua Knaak, ARPA Investments • Maury Hik, Art Knapp • Merel Vissers, Friendly Composting Inc. • Ryan Schmalz, Mountain High Pizza • Ron Fawcett, The Kelson Group Andre’s Electronic Experts Retailer of the Year: • Canadian Tire • Far & Wide • Jardine’s Domain • Oak and Aether • Tumbleweed Toys • BCLC Innovation Award • Adroit Technologies Ltd. • Alchemy Brewing • Armoured Labs (B-Bag Invention) • Fresh Inc. • Jaxsen-Pacific Marine and Motorsport • Kamloops Powder Coatings • Teck Highland Valley Copper • We Are One Composites Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics Young Entrepreneur of the Year: • Alex O’Daly, Aspect Film Works • Sean Bulman, Bulman Designs • Brianne McDaniel & Calli Duncan, Far & Wide • Greg Klohn, GK Sound • Jul Morken, JUL Construction Ltd. • Jesse Kallman, Tint Ninjas • Tim Woodward, Woodward Cider Co. Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Excellence in Trades Award: • A&T Project Developments Inc. • JUL Construction • Klein Homes • NextGen Electrical Services Ltd. • Raven Drywall and Paint • Teck Highland Valley Copper • Weymac Electric Community Futures of Central Interior First Nations Employer of the Year: • 5Bean Brewbar & Café • Abbott Wealth Management • Harbourfront Wealth Management • Best Western Plus

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• Wells Gray Tours Open Door Group Inclusive Leadership Award: • ARPA Investments • Avid ActionCOACH Business Coaching • BCLC • Far & Wide • Let’s Move Studio • People In Motion • Pepper – Your Badass Business BFF Inc. • Tumbleweed Toys Rocky Mountaineer Environmental Leadership Award: • A Groess Underground • Arwen’s Apparel • Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel • BlueGreen Architecture • Jaxsen-Pacific Marine and Motorsport • Kamloops Food Policy Council • Monte Creek Winery • Progressive Planet Solutions • The Mustard Seed Kamloops Surerus Murphy Joint Venture Not-For-Profit of the Year: • BC Wildlife Park • BGC Kamloops • Kamloops Alliance Church • Kamloops Food Policy Council • Kamloops Innovation Centre • Kamloops Native Housing Society • Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market Society • Kamloops Society for Alcohol and Drug Services/Phoenix Centre • Kamloops Wine Association • Plan A British Columbia • People in Motion • The Mustard Seed Kamloops • United Way British Columbia • Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Indigenous Business Excellence Award: • Gagnon Law • Lash & Glow Bar Kamloops/ Lashed by Natalie • Orenda Films • Raven Reads Books Ltd. Venture Kamloops Small Business of the Year: • Askem Productions • Askem Talent • Bulman Designs • Far & Wide • Fiddleheads Violin Studio • Full Spectrum Automotive • Hoja Mongolian Grill • KDB HVAC • Maxwell Mechanical Ltd. • Natural Smiles Denture Clinic • Protex Kamloops • RM Stone Masonry • Scoopz Ice Cream Parlour • Spot On Interior Design • The Smorgasbord • Vast Painting Inc.

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COMMUNITY 4th Meridian Art & Auctions www.4thmeridian. ca Online Auctions featuring International & Canadian Art Visit our online shop: art, pottery, collectibles & more Sign up for our newsletter: 4thmeridian.ca info@4thmeridian.ca Visit in person:Thurs - Sat 12 - 4 #104 1475 Fairview Rd, Penticton Victor Rubilar demonstrates divine dexterity with soccer balls during the 2018 Kamloops International Buskers Festival. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW

Introducing Kamloops International Buskers Festival 2022 lineup KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

The lineup for this year’s Kamloops International Buskers Festival will feature seven mainstage acts among other local and regional performers, artists and food vendors. The buskers festival began in 2018 — moved to Kamloops from Victoria — but saw postponements in pandemic years. Now in its third year, the festival is hoping to once again stage world-class street performers. From July 21 to July 24, Riverside Park will host a number of acts. Shows will begin on Thursday, July 21, with performances

from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Performances will then begin at 1 p.m. on July 22, July 23 and July 24. A new Learn to Busk Fun Zone for kids will also be held Friday to Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. This year’s acts include: • Heavy metal musician Nigel Blackstorm, who combines metal and magic with a mix of comedy; • Mighty Mike, who bends horseshoes, tears packs of cards and juggles sledgehammers; • The Street Circus, a modern circus duo who perform tricks and stunts; • Mat Velvet and Charlie Show, a moustachioed and acrobatic duo whose act

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also involves a cyr wheel (a single large ring made of aluminum or steel, in which a person performs); • The Major League Circus Show, featuring returning busker Paz, who mixes acrobatics, juggling and circus stunts with baseball; • Les Vitaminés, a duo of comic acrobats for all ages; • Bboy illwill, a highenergy dance act with New York City comedy stylings. Other buskers/performers, food vendors and artists have until June 12 to apply to attend at the festival More information can be found online at kamloopsbuskers.com.

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This colourful sky and field was created by Ben Fan, a Grade 5 student at Pacific Way elementary. Fan explains: “I imagined the picture in my head before I started drawing. I pencil sketched and then used pastels. I like pastels because they blend well. I really like blending colours when I do my art. “ Dallas Ellisay, a Grade 4 student at South Sa-Hali elementary, says she likes art because it is fun and you can create anything you want. Ellisay explains: “My piece was inspired by traditional Haida Gwaii art and my family on my mom’s side because they are First Nations. I used my paint pens on cardstock because I like how the paint pens are easy to work with and how they look bright and colourful.” Louise Placente, a Grade 4 student at Beattie elementary, created this art, which she says was inspired by a Korean pop star Chuee. Placente explains: “She is kind, loving, happy and unique. Her voice is super nice and helps me relax. I made a couple of mistakes along the way, but I managed to fix them by planning what to do. Next time, I would colour the skin more so it would show up better. I like making art because it is relaxing and I can learn new techniques. “

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A Canada Goose family on McArthur Island greeted KTW reader Linda Steinhammer during a recent visit to the popular North Kamloops park. Those babies are getting bigger by the day, as visitors to the island can attest. If you have photos you would like to share with the Kamloops This Week community, email them to editor@ kamloopsthisweek. com.

The next concert by the Chamber Musicians of Kamloops will be an exploration of the works of composers such as Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach and Louise Farrenc. Local musicians Bailey Finley (flute), Martin Kratky (cello), Alena Kratka (piano/ organ) and Daniel Silverberg (piano) will perform these works on Saturday, June 11. Tickets are $25 each or $40 for a family, available at the door of the venue, the

Kamloops United Church at 421 St. Paul St. An online viewing is also available for the concert. Cost is $15 and can be found online at chambermusiciansofkamloops.org. The Chamber Musicians of Kamloops is a community nonprofit on a mission to inspire appreciation for chamber music. It was formed in 2008 by a group of 15 musicians and regularly performs at community events.

Fifty-year grad events Graduates of 1972 are asked to take part in a 50-year anniversary celebration in September. The event is for graduates of NorKam secondary and Kamloops High School.

The event will be held on Sept. 16 and Sept. 17 at Colombo Hall. For more information, contact Sheila at 250-319-3848, Gerry at 604-817-0696 or John at 604-506-1371.

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Reconnecting during B.C. Seniors’ Week

B.C. Seniors’ Advocate Isobel Mackenzie has penned a salute to seniors during B.C. Seniors’ Week, which runs from June 5 to June 11.

t is now the beginning of Seniors’ Week in British Columbia, which runs from June 5 to June 11. With the number of B.C. seniors now passing the one-million mark, there is much to celebrate as communities throughout the province come together again to honour the seniors in their lives. Already a generational leader in volunteer hours in Canada prior to the pandemic, seniors stepped up in spectacular fashion to help friends and neighbours get groceries and medication, delivered meals to people with mobility challenges and called or virtually visited others to reduce social isolation. Across the province, seniors are reconnecting and enriching their communities daily by caring for grandchildren, spouses and friends, cleaning up parks and maintaining green spaces, helping others file taxes, fill out forms or complete applications, offering rides to neighbours, cooking and serving food and fundraising or selling items for local charities. This important volunteer work helps

make our communities stronger, vibrant and more caring places to live. I, too, am reconnecting in person with seniors and organizations throughout B.C. and learning about their issues and challenges. Seniors’ Week is an important time to recognize the immense contributions of older British Columbians and take stock of how we are doing in meeting the needs of older people in our communities. Let’s all take a moment to acknowledge the importance of seniors in our society and thank them for all they’ve done, and continue to do, to enrich all our lives. — Isobel Mackenzie is the B.C. Seniors’ Advocate. The Office of the Seniors Advocate is independent of the provincial government, with a mandate of monitoring seniors’ services and reporting on systemic issues affecting seniors. The office also provides information and referral to seniors and their caregivers. Call toll-free 1-877952-3181 or BC211, email info@ seniorsadvocate.ca or go online to seniorsadvocatebc.ca for more information.

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to one of our offices if you have questions or need help navigating the issues that arise related to aging. Volunteer opportunities are available for people looking to support our aging population through our many programs and services.

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How to involve more seniors in the city The negative effects of isolation is something to which the vast majority of the world can now relate. The COVID-19 pandemic forced people from all walks of life and from every corner of the globe to spend less time with friends, family members, neighbours and other acquaintances. As the world cut back on in-person interactions to curb the spread of the virus, billions of people recognized just how difficult feelings of isolation can be. Feelings of isolation are a problem many seniors know all too well. A report from the U.S.based National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine indicates that roughly 25 per cent of adults ages 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. That’s both sad and unhealthy as research has linked social isolation and loneliness to problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease, anxiety, depression and Alzheimer’s disease. Seniors are invaluable resources in their communities. Community leaders and

local residents can make a concerted effort to involve seniors in local events. Such efforts strengthen communities and help seniors remain active participants in their towns and cities. Here are some ideas: • Promote senior-friendly volunteering opportunities. The importance of volunteers was never more apparent than during the pandemic, when many nonprofits and other organizations were forced to meet their missions without the assistance of volunteers, who had been urged to stay home. Seniors were among the first people eligible to be vaccinated against COVID19 and receive boosters, and many have been anxious to get back to pitching in. Communities can facilitate those efforts by developing and highlighting senior-friendly volunteering opportunities. For example, libraries can start a program in which seniors read to children in person or via Zoom. • Give seniors a chance to teach. Communities

have rich histories of which younger residents, including middle-aged adults, may be unaware. One great way to shed light on local history is to invite local seniors to speak about how life in their communities has changed and how it has stayed the same. Themed speaking series can attract locals with specific interests. For example, local veterans can be asked to share stories of their time in the service, while retired business owners can offer insight and advice on running successful local businesses. • Develop nature-based programs. A 2019 study published in the journal Scientific Reports found that spending just 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with better overall health and improved well-being. Nature-based community programs, such as planting days at local parks, hiking clubs or even beach or lakeside cleanups, is a great way for community residents, including seniors, to get their weekly dose of nature and spend more time with their neighbours.

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WORLD ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS DAY

Are you being abused? HERE IS HOW TO TELL SOMEONE AND GET HELP YOU NEED Abuse is a difficult and emotional topic to talk about. Often people are fearful, humiliated or ashamed when they find themselves in an abusive relationship. It takes courage for people experiencing abuse to reach out and start the conversation to find the support they need. Remember, no one deserves to be abused or mistreated. Consider telling someone you trust and someone who will listen and support you. You can tell a family member or relative, a friend or neighbour, a lawyer or accountant, staff at a community centre, seniors’ centre or seniors’ group, clergy/faith leader, doctor, victims’ services worker and police. Consider bringing a friend with you when you decide to speak with someone about the abuse. Pick a time when you will have privacy and do not feel

rushed. Choose a place where you are safe and won’t be interrupted. Describe what has been happening and who is abusing you and by what means. Some forms of abuse include pushing, slapping, shoving, threatening, yelling, saying hurtful, untrue and unkind things, ignoring a person and making it difficult for a person to get adequate food, shelter and medicine. Other forms of abuse can include somebody using another person’s money with-

out permission, denying a person access to their money, forcing a person to sign a power of attorney or will, forcing a person to sign over their house, forcing a person to divulge their PIN number and bank account information, prohibiting a person from visiting friends/family or having them visit, forbidding a person from using the telephone to speak with friends or family. The Seniors Abuse and Information Line is a safe, confidential place for older adults and those who care about them to talk to someone about situations where they feel they are being abused or mistreated, or to receive information about elder abuse prevention. Call, toll-free, 1-866-4371940. The line is open daily (except holidays) from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The website is at http:// seniorsfirstbc.ca/programs/ sail.

ABOUT THE DAY World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was developed and launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse. Its executive director at that time, Alison Leaney, was invited to speak at the United Nations for the launch. WEAAD activities are intended to bring greater recognition of abuse and neglect of older adults in British Columbia or wherever they live, and to highlight the need for prevention and community involvement in a response to the issue. WEAAD works to give abuse and neglect of seniors a relevance that will sustain and move prevention efforts forward throughout the year and for years to come.

More help is available If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, dial 9-1-1. In non-emergency situations, there are many organizations that can help abused or neglected seniors or their friends and family get help and protection. Neglect and self-neglect are also forms of abuse. Self-neglect happens when a senior lives in a way that puts his or her own health, safety or well-being at risk. The government of B.C. has developed an information kit to

help older adults learn how to prevent abuse, recognize abuse when it happens, know how to respond and know where they can find assistance. These resources can also be used by organizations to host workshops or seminars to increase awareness about elder abuse in their communities. You can download copies of the brochures in English, French, Traditional Chinese or Punjabi online at tinyurl.com/yclb36lm.

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Rock of ages, a firm foundation

ecently, I have met a number of people who are avid “rockhounds”. I often see them when I am driving past Monte Lake, searching the cliffside debris for interesting specimens, perhaps an agate or a fossil. The Bible is full of references to rock, stones, gemstones and precious metals. In the Book of Revelation, the glorified city of Jerusalem, a metaphor for heaven, is described as “brilliant … as a stone of crystal-clear jasper.” The 12 foundation stones of the city, each engraved with the names of the 12 Apostles, are composed of the following gems: jasper, sapphire, chalcedony, emerald, sardonyx, sardius, chrysolite, beryl, topaz, chrysoprase, jacinth and amethyst. The streets of are paved with pure gold “like transparent glass” and each of the 12 gates of the city are made of a single pearl. The city is indescribably beautiful. These gems are similar to the 12 gems adorning the breastplate of the high priest, each one symbolizing one of the 12 tribes of Israel. The breastplate and priestly garments are described in great detail in the Book of Exodus. The 12 gemstones of the high priest’s breastplate are ruby, topaz, emerald, turquoise, sapphire, diamond, jacinth, agate, amethyst, beryl, onyx and jasper. The high priest also wears an ephod, a kind of ceremo-

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nial apron, fastened by two onyx stones carved with the names of the 12 tribes of Israel on each shoulder. The ephod also had a pouch with two divination stones, the Urim and the Thumin, which were cast by the high priest to determine the will of God. There are many “rock” references that have nothing to do with precious stones, but which are just as important. Psalm 92 states that “the Lord is upright, He is my rock.” Psalm 18, a song of praise of God, says, “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge.” Psalm 62 echoes that imagery as well: “He only is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold; I shall not be greatly shaken. The implication is that God is utterly reliable and firm in his ability to protect us from evil. Part of this imagery stems from the experience of the

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Israelites in the Sinai Desert after their miraculous deliverance from Egyptian slavery. They fled into the desert and camped at Rephidim “and there was no water to drink.” So the people complained to Moses, asking him if they had brought them into the desert to have them all die of thirst. Moses asks God to intervene. God says, “Take your staff with which you struck the Nile and go. Behold, I will stand before you there on the rock at Horeb and you shall strike the rock, and water will come out of it, that the people may drink.” God miraculously provided water from solid rock, enough to provide for the whole nation of Israel and all their livestock. Paul references this miracle in his first letter to the Corinthians, in which he says, “and all drank the same spiritual drink, for they were drinking from a spiritual rock which followed them, and the rock was Christ.” According to Jewish tradition, the nation of Israel was miraculously watered by God at whatever spot in the desert they encamped during their 40 years of wandering. There is a parallel concept in the tomb of Christ, hewn from the living rock, from which he rose from the dead to provide “living waters” (eternal life) to all who would believe in Him. The concept of Jesus as the foundation stone of faith is found throughout scripture. The prophet Isaiah says, “Behold, I am laying in Zion a

stone, a tested stone, a costly cornerstone for the foundation, firmly placed. He who believes in it will not be disturbed.” Paul reiterates this prophecy in his letters to the Ephesians, the Corinthians and the Romans. Peter does the same in his first letter. Even Jesus hints at his role as the “cornerstone,” when he rebukes the Jewish religious leaders of the day for failing to recognize his mission. He quotes from Psalm 118, saying, “Did you never read in the Scriptures, ‘The stone which the builders rejected, has become the chief corner stone?’ ... they understood he was speaking about them and sought to seize him.” Probably the most widely known “rock” reference is Jesus’ renaming of his principal apostle Simon. Jesus asks him who he thinks he is. Simon answers, “You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God.” In response, Jesus gives him a new name: “You are Peter (Greek for “rock”) and upon this rock I will build my church.” Peter may be the “rock of the church,” but Jesus is the foundation stone of our faith. KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and can be emailed to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com. Please include a very short bio and a photo.

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Calling for coaches for our new biathlon program! This is the introductory coach workshop for the National Coaching Certiﬁcation Program (NCCP). Intended for assistant coaches and parent helpers, this workshop will provide classroom and practical instruction on safety, rules, equipment, and the technical fundamentals of biathlon shooting. Recommended for anyone interested in supporting the development of a biathlon program in Kamloops. Yatch Club Sat & Sun June 11 & June 12 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

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WEEKLY COMICS ARCTIC CIRCLE by Alex Hallatt

PARDON MY PLANET by Vic Lee

BABY BLUES by Rick Kirkman & Jerry Scott

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Warm and fuzzy feelings are the name of the game this week, Aries. Real world and online friends are sending love and support your way, and this helps you in any endeavour.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, try reaching out to colleagues you admire in the days to come. They can be an important network of people who help you make smart decisions regarding your career.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Don’t be afraid to speak your dreams to the universe, Gemini. This week you just may ﬁnd out that the cosmic climate is ready to provide for you and make things happen.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, concerns within your circle of friends that you thought were over and done with may resurface. Don’t let them adversely aﬀect your happiness.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Energy will be intense this week, Leo. Use it to your advantage to sail eﬀortlessly through your list of chores or professional responsibilities. You’ll have extra fuel for fun as well.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, try to stay the course as best as possible even when others are throwing distractions your way left and right. Simply keep your head down and plow through.

JUNE 8 - JUNE 14, 2021

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20

Libra, you are not one to rock the boat, but don’t be afraid to get a little loud and rowdy in the name of a good time this week. Selfexpression can be a good thing.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

You don’t need permission to treat yourself to a little luxury and indulgence, Capricorn. This week you can book a spa visit or maybe a spending spree to spruce up your wardrobe.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Scorpio, lay some ground rules at home, especially for when you are working out of your home oﬃce. Others have to know there are limits to interruptions.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Aquarius, try not to grow impatient this week and expect immediate results on something you started. It could take some time before all of the pieces fall into place.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Don’t worry if you feel disorganized or preoccupied right now, Sagittarius. By the end of the week, you’ll be back into the groove and things will move along smoothly.

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NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. Dual degree for a physician/scientist 6. ‘‘My man!’’ 9. D.C. ﬁgure 12. Impulsive desire 16. An avian abode 17. Janis ____, main role in ‘‘Mean Girls’’ 18. One’s time in oﬃce, maybe 19. ‘‘For ____ is the kingdom .?.?. ’’ 20. See 5-Down 22. See 12-Down 24. Parts of a machine 25. Creep (along) 26. ‘‘Me too’’ 27. Destroy internally 28. Get rid of 29. Trap 31. They’ll give you more of the same 33. Kidney-related 35. Tuckered (out) 36. Straddling 37. Places of refuge 39. ‘‘Love ____,’’ Pet Shop Boys dance hit of 2009 41. City between Chicago and Milwaukee 45. Cry while plugging one’s ears 46. What cobblers cobble 48. ____ de deux (ballet dance) 49. See 29-Down 53. Like Hitchcock’s ‘‘Curtain’’ 54. Passionate feeling in Spain 56. Wall molding 58. Weaken, as support 59. Untrustworthy paper 60. Publication with an annual ‘‘Power 100’’ list 62. See 53-Down 64. Social worker? 65. Olaf Scholz’s country: Abbr. 66. Wireless-network std. 67. Its life span is short

68. See 61-Down 72. Kind of pear that resembles an apple 74. Exploit 75. It has thousands of openings 76. Laugh at, say 78. Ride in ‘‘Calvin and Hobbes’’ 79. ____ Pro, tech release of 2017 80. See 73-Down 83. Capital player, for short 84. ‘‘Rotten’’ indicator on Rotten Tomatoes 86. Eastern honoriﬁc 87. Source of some leaks 90. There was Noahcounting for it 92. Verse’s partner 96. Gospel singer Winans 97. You might speak under this 99. Earth, in some sci-ﬁ 100. Works on oneself? 103. Fit 105. Little annoyance 106. Bad way to go 107. Many a summer TV show 109. Title for Mozart 110. Make an oopsie 111. See 84-Down 113. See 104-Down 115. Like the sea 116. Bother 117. European World Cup team, on scoreboards 118. ‘‘Beep!’’ maker 119. Word with tag or tax 120. Parking space 121. Online feed letters 122. Deep, dark hole

DOWN 1. It may run when you cry 2. Cleanses, in a way 3. Oﬀspring 4. They ‘‘don’t lie,’’ per a Shakira hit 5. Tyrants/Patterns 6. ‘‘We’re pregnant!’’ e.g. 7. Southwestern spread 8. No longer at sea 9. In and of itself 10. Snack item that’s partly foreordained? 11. Dessert of molten chocolate 12. Anyplace/From which place 13. Turning point 14. Rack up 15. Zooms with, maybe 19. Stumble over 21. Division ____, lowest level of the N.C.A.A. 23. Chews the scenery 29. Made puﬃer, as cushions/Very desirable job 30. Admits 32. Start-up’s announcement, for short 34. Take in, say 38. ‘‘O ____ babbino caro’’ (Puccini aria) 40. Group of vocal people 42. Amounts of sugar, perhaps 43. Person not easily swayed by sentiment 44. Prescription directive 47. Never again 49. Rewards for staying, maybe 50. Point person? 51. It’s written with a + or 52. Take a shot at 53. Tourist, e.g./ Hypnotic state 54. Italian rice balls 55. ‘‘Hoo-boy!’’ 57. Actor Page 58. Uniform

60. Parts of a clutch 61. Tom who hosted ‘‘Dancing With the Stars’’/Brimless caps 63. Second letter after epsilon 69. Alt-____, PC command to switch between windows 70. Relative of turquoise 71. Capital of Yemen 72. $$$ taker 73. Endurance/Subway map info 77. Fruit with a thick peel 78. Take potshots 81. Sorta 82. Give an address 84. Tryst partner/ Discharging, as a liquid 85. Like the motions before a hearing 88. Unfriendly 89. Very much 91. Disputed Asian region 92. River next to Boston’s Esplanade 93. ‘‘The Divine Comedy,’’ e.g. 94. Weasel family members 95. Eric B, Pimp C and Chuck D 98. Nonbinary possessive 100. Pointed remarks 101. Best ____ recording (Grammy category) 102. Who may care, so they say 103. Bit of gold reserves 104. Qualifying match, for short/Big name in antifreeze and brake ﬂuid 108. Take back 110. Sudden feeling, as of remorse 112. ‘‘Good ____!’’ 114. Relaxation spot

WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to cats.

PARTING WAYS

By David, Karen and Paul Steinberg

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