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In the days leading to her fast, former Tk’emlups Indian Band councillor Evelyn Camille said an eagle has perched in the trees above her sweat lodge. Camille began her fast on Wednesday, Jan. 2, in support of Attawapiskat Chief Theresa Spence, who has been on a hunger strike for more than 20 days in hopes of securing a meeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper to discuss First Nations issues. Camille said the eagle — which is sacred to the Tk’emlups people — is a sign she is doing the right thing. Andrea Klassen/KTW

Speaking her mind by closing her mouth By Dale Bass STAFF REPORTER dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

Her years as a councillor with the Tk’emlups Indian Band taught Evelyn Camille the rule of politics. However, having left the band’s council, the 73-year-old residentialschool survivor said she can now speak her mind. Camille hopes her actions speak louder than her words as she continues a fast in support of Attawapiskat

First Nation Chief Theresa Spence, now in her 23rd day of a hunger strike while seeking a meeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Attawapiskat, located a two-hour plane ride north of Timmins, Ont., made headlines in October 2011, when a state of emergency was declared due to extreme cold, inadequate housing and the remains of a 2009 sewage spill that had not been cleaned up. The only elementary school had been closed in 2000.

Spence,” Camille said before enterSpence, who was also chief at the time of the crisis, began her pro- ing the sweat lodge next to her test not only to draw attention to her home on Wednesday, Jan. 2. She received permission from own people, but to that of all First her spiritual Nations in advisor within Canada and the band, but the way TIB CHIEF ON IDLE NO MORE • PAGE A13 noted TIB they have Chief Shane been treated Gottfriedson has not spoken to her by the federal government, accordabout her plans. ing to a press release sent out by Camille said she was disappointed Shawn Atleo, national chief of the Gottfriedson has not shown support Assembly of First Nations. for the Idle No More protests that “I really want to support Chief

have accompanied Spence’s actions. “I don’t support him in that area at all,” she said of the chief’s decision to also publicly ask Spence to stop her protest. “But, my hands are free and I can speak my mind.” Camille said when the United Nations issued a report earlier this year condemning Canada for its human-rights record with aboriginal peoples, she thought it might spark more concern at the federal level than it did.

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The first baby born in B.C. in 2013 arrived at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops at 12:02 a.m. Merritt newlyweds Geraldine and David James welcomed their first child, David Junior Ricky Joe James, weighing in at eight pounds, 11 ounces. Dave Eagles/KTW

David Junior beats all babies in B.C. By Tim Petruk STAFF REPORTER tim@kamloopsthisweek.com

If everything had gone according to schedule, Geraldine and David James would not be the proud parents of the first baby born in 2013. For starters, the first-time parents from Merritt were not supposed to welcome their bundle of joy into the world until Jan. 9, which was the due date doctors gave Geraldine after she found out she was pregnant. But, things changed and those same doc-

tors decided to have the James go to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops on the weekend for a C-section, given concerns about the baby’s weight. So, there Geraldine was, with surgery scheduled for 7 p.m. on New Year’s Eve — a slot that would have given her one of the last 2012 babies in the province. “Then I guess there was another lady who they decided had to go in first,” Geraldine told KTW from her hospital bed at RIH. “By the time they brought me in, it was about 11 or 11:30.” The surgery went as planned and little

David Junior Ricky Joe James — all eight pounds, 11 ounces of him — entered the world at 12:02 a.m. That made Baby James the first of 2013, not only at RIH, but in all of B.C. Since then, Geraldine said, there has been a flurry of media interviews over and above all of the stuff that comes with being firsttime parents. But, she said, her son appears to be loving the attention. “Baby’s doing good,” the 40-year-old said. “Happy, healthy and quiet.”

A man believed to be connected to a string of recent robberies in the North Okanagan is in custody in Kamloops after allegedly ramming a police car with a stolen van in Sahali. Kamloops RCMP Const. Bernie Ward said Mounties were called to a residential area of Upper Sahali just before 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 1, after area residents reported a man smashing vehicles with a baseball bat. Officers arrived and found the man in a nearby parking lot. Ward said the man attempted to flee in a red van, narrowly missing one police vehicle and clipping another. The driver is then alleged to have rammed into an apartment-building support pole, which caused significant damage to the van. According to Ward, the man drove another 500 metres before leaving the vehicle and being taken into custody. The van had previously been reported stolen in Enderby, police believe, and has been linked to at least two recent robberies in Armstrong — one at a liquor store, the other at a grocery store. Ward said the 40-year-old suspect, whose name has not been made public, will face charges for the incident in Sahali. He was also wanted on warrants out of the North Okanagan.

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Public Consultation Budget Meetings: Jan 15, 10:30 am Council Chambers Jan 22, 7 pm Parkside Lounge, Interior Savings Centre, 300 Lorne St Jan 29, 7 pm Parkside Lounge, Interior Savings Centre, 300 Lorne St Feb 5, 7 pm Parkside Lounge, Interior Savings Centre, 300 Lorne St Mar 12, 9 am Council Chambers Apr 9, 9 am Council Chambers Regular City Council meetings are broadcast on Shaw Cable as follows: Wed and Sat at 11am and Sun at 7pm. Council meetings can also be viewed online at: kamloops.ca/webcast Meeting schedule is available at kamloops.ca/council

2013 Business Licence Renewals 2013 Business Licence renewals have been mailed. Payments are due by Jan 1, 2013 and may be paid through PC Banking Services, on-line by credit card, by mail or in person at City Hall. Business Licence accounts outstanding after Jan 15, 2013 will have a $25 late payment charge added to the balance owing. If you have not received your renewal notice or if there has been a change to your business, please contact the Business Licence office at 105 Seymour Street or phone 250-828-3481 prior to submitting the 2013 payment. Commercial Vehicle Licence Plate Renewal - By-law No. 33-5 Owners and operators of commercial vehicles are reminded that before a vehicle is used or operated on any highway within the municipality, the vehicle requires a Commercial Vehicle Licence Plate be displayed pursuant to the Local Government Act and City of Kamloops Licensing of Commercial Vehicles By-law No. 33-5. As of Jan 1, the 2013 plates (orange-coloured decals) are required to be displayed. Commercial Vehicle Licence Plates range from $25 to $40 per vehicle annually and are based on weight. They can be

Expression of Interest The City is looking for citizens-at-large to serve on the Youth, Children and Families Advisory Committee or the Diversity Advisory Committee. Those interested are to serve on a voluntary basis for a two year term (2013, 2014). For more information, visit: www.kamloops.ca/socialdevelopment Deadline: Jan 7, 2013 Committee Appointments City Council is seeking applications from residents interested in serving on a voluntary basis for two (2) year terms (2013, 2014): t Arts Commission t Parks and Recreation Committee t Sister City Committee t Heritage Commission Terms of Reference can be found at www.kamloops.ca/volunteer. For specific information relating to a Council appointed committee, contact:

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It may be legal in Washington and Colorado, and B.C.’s mayors and councillors may be calling for it above the border, but marijuana isn’t likely to get the same treatment from the Conservative government in 2013. Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP Cathy McLeod said there’s no plan to loosen restrictions around pot — and doesn’t think much of the idea herself. “I personally have looked at some of the research that’s more recent and have some concerns in terms of the health impacts that are becoming more and more known,” she told KTW during an end-of-the-year interview. In particular, McLeod said, she’s concerned about the impact marijuana may have on mental health, given a number of recent studies that have strengthened the link between marijuana use and schizophrenia. “I think there’s a lot of unknowns and, really to legalize a substance that has significant potential for harm isn’t where we’re planning to go right now.” Instead, McLeod said, the federal government will focus on changes to its medical-marijuana system, announced recently by Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq. The proposed system will set up a network of commercial pot growers to supply those with marijuana prescriptions. Under the current system, patients can choose to get a licence to grow their own at home, or have a friend grow for them — a setup that hasn’t found favour with local governments that must field complaints from angry neighbours. Health Canada expects the new set of pot regulations will almost double the cost of medical pot — to almost $9

a gram from $5 a gram. The government is accepting public comments on the changes until Feb. 28, 2013. McLeod, too, has been doing some public consultation lately. In her last mailout to the riding, she included a questionnaire asking for constituents’ thoughts on pipelines. So far, she said, the results are somewhat surprising. “Often, when I send these messages out, people that are concerned are very apt to make their opinions heard — but, in this case, it was close to 70 per cent saying we support pipelines,” she said. The survey was sent to every home in the riding and has generated about 1,000 responses so far, McLeod said. The questions didn’t discuss specific pipeline projects, but asked for a general opinion of them with space for comments. “I’m the first to admit these are not scientifically designed surveys, but what they do provide is a snapshot,” she said. Generally, positive responses included some sort of caveat — responsible environmental management being a big one. That’s in line with McLeod’s own stated view on proposed projects like Enbridge’s Northern Gateway line and Kinder Morgan’s TransMountain expansion. “I believe we need to have an environmentally sound assessment process and we need to let those processes happen with the National Energy Board,” she said. “If it meets sound environmental requirements, then I think we need to find access.” McLeod said oil access is a critical issue for the country’s future prosperity. “Whether a pipeline goes east, west, south or north, if it meets strong environmental standards, I support them.”

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City councillor has some Ideas By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

As Kamloops council gears up for several rounds of budget consultations in the coming months, one councillor is planning his own gathering with a different flair. On Saturday, Jan. 12, Coun. Arjun Singh will host the Kamloops Ideas Festival, a mixture of presentations, performances and public discussions on community issues. “Part of what I like to do as a council member is get out and talk to folks,” said Singh, who embarked on a series of coffee-shop, online-video and door-to-door chats last summer. “Getting a large group of people together and asking them about city issues helps me get a sense of which way that should be going,” he said. “The other thing is, it’s kind of amazing what goes on in Kamloops and a lot of people just don’t have a chance to get a broad overview.” To get people up to speed, Singh is inviting social agencies and members of the city’s business and cultural communities to give short (about three minutes in length) talks on their plans and projects for the year. Participants will also split into groups to discuss two to four major

Kamloops issues — one of which Singh hopes will be transportation. “Obviously over the holidays we had some pretty nasty pedestrian accidents and I’d like to get people’s thoughts on what we, the community, can do to make that better,” he said. “Most people are prowling around the community on a semiregular basis, so you can get some feedback as to what’s working, what’s

engagement, no idea is shut down,” Singh said. “If people hear things that are challenging from other folks, they try to explore those things and ask questions about those, as opposed to saying, ‘You’re wrong.’” Along with the discussions, Singh is also planning a volunteer fair and performances by local musicians. “We’ll have some muffins and some danishes and some coffee.

not working there.” While he said he is hoping to steer the discussion away from “dogs and Ajax,” Singh suspects some of those topics will sneak their way into the discussion. But, should the proposed copper and gold mine end up on the agenda, he is hoping participants will feel encouraged to take a constructive approach to the debate. “In a good public

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After property values dropped last year in a number of Kamloops neighbourhoods and in Sun Peaks, this year’s provincial-assessment rolls are showing only minute changes for most areas in 2013. The latest B.C. Assessment rolls have the average home value for most Kamloops neighbourhoods increasing or decreasing by less than one per cent. Average home values decreased slightly in Westmount, Batchelor Heights, Valleyview, Westsyde, Aberdeen, Dufferin and on the North Shore, while Juniper Heights, Sahali and South Sahali saw slight increases. Barnhartvale saw a six per cent jump. In that area, the average property value has increased to $368,190 from $346,849 in 2012. Graham Held, a deputy assessor with B.C. Assessment, said the increase in Barnhartvale is likely attributable to increased construction in the area. Overall, Held said, most homeowners in the area will see modest increases or decreases in their assessments, which went out this week, up or down no more than five per cent. “It’s a very stable market. We didn’t see a lot of market movement between July 1 of 2011 and July 1 of 2012,” Held said. “That’s not just in Kamloops, that was pretty much consistent across the region.” The Kamloops assessment roll increases to $13.88 billion in 2012 from $13.66 billion, with more than $172 million added to the rolls through new construction, rezoning and new subdivisions. In Sun Peaks, the assessment roll declined slightly, dropping to $528 million from $530 million last year. While most homeowners in the resort community will see value fluctuations

KAMLOOPS AND AREA’S PRICIEST HOMES 1. 4141 Douglas Ct., Sun Peaks — $3.62 million 2. 4250 Bella Vista Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.73 million 3. 4137 Douglas Ct., Sun Peaks — $2.62 million 4. 4117 Sundance Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.33 million 5. 2536 Mountain View Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.23 million 6. 4127 Sundance Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.19 million 7. 4257 Bella Vista Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.17 million 8. 4202 Bella Vista Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.14 million 9. 4221 Bella Vista Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.1 million 10. 4129 Sundance Dr., Sun Peaks — $2.09 million 16. 1490 Westerdale Dr., Aberdeen, Kamloops — $1.88 million (highest-valued residential property in City of Kamloops) similar to those in Kamloops, Held said that’s not true for all properties. “We did actually have some of the highend housing stock go up quite significantly, but there’s only a handful of properties that are in that million dollar-plus range,” he said. In 2012, Kamloops saw modest decreases in housing value in a number of neighbourhoods,

but Held said that isn’t the trend going into 2013. “We had seen increases year after year and, in some cases, quite significant increases year after year. So, last year we did see a slight decrease in the values. But, that did not become a trend and we ended up with stability,” he said. “Even since July 1 of 2012, we really

haven’t seen a softening in values. The market seems to have hit its plateau and stabilized there.” Property owners who feel their assessments don’t reflect market value, or who see incorrect information on their assessment, have until Jan. 31 to file an appeal with B.C. Assessment. To view assessments online, visit bcassessment.ca.

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I resolve to offer these salient suggestions for 2013

’M NOT ONE FOR MAKING resolutions, simply because I’m a typical person and they will fall by the wayside. Instead, marking the start of a new year, here are some suggestions for changes I’d like to see happen in Kamloops in 2013. ■ First, could city council please end the series of soap-opera-like interrogations of folks who show up begging to keep their third, fourth or fifth dogs? It’s unnecessary and, in some instances, downright cruel to sit at that horseshoe and ask these folks why they can’t just give up one of their dogs. Do none of the councillors own pets? If they did, they’d understand many people would give up their firstborn before they’d part with Fido. The reason there’s a constant stream of people asking council for forgiveness is because our city leaders don’t enforce the bylaw. Council’s time would be better spent analyzing why people don’t comply and perhaps coming up with strategies to accommodate these “special” cases that do not require public humiliation as they try to explain why their pets should be spared. ■ While we’re looking at compliance problems, let’s also do something to resolve this annoying, resource-draining bar-flush problem. There are many ways to start. How about calling a meeting of all the bar owners in town to talk about the silly things they do, such as opening the doors at 7 p.m., knowing full well the headliner won’t go on

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LEVEL for another three or four — or five — hours, leaving that huge gap of space for these folks to do little more than drink? The gang squad has done its job, so how about a “drunk squad” that can wander into these establishments and perhaps escort some of the folks who are well past intoxication and showing no signs of slowing down out to a cab or a cruiser ride home? And, while we’re at it, is there nothing more bartenders can do to ensure they’re not feeding the problem? ■ KTW’s managing editor, Christopher Foulds, has said it more times than he needs to — it’s time for our MP to come clean on her expenses. And, my using that term, it’s not to imply there’s anything untoward with how much Cathy McLeod has been spending since we sent her to Ottawa. It’s just simple fairness; her government has passed Bill C-377, which forces unions to make their finances and expenses public, so our MPs should be required to do the same.

So, Cathy, time to open the books and tell us all what you spent, why you spent it and why it shouldn’t matter at all when the next federal election rolls around. ■ Speaking of elections, a provincial vote will be held in 130 days — aren’t we all counting them down? — and it would be nice to see more of us get off our butts and vote. In 2009, Kamloops did a bit better than the provincial average — a shameful 50 per cent. In the Kamloops-North Thompson riding, the one that had long been represented by Kevin Krueger, 51.6 per cent of eligible voters went to the polls, giving Terry Lake a mandate. In Kamloops-South Thompson, where Krueger moved when his colleague Claude Richmond retired, 53.23 per cent voted him into office. Voting isn’t hard. You go to the poll, show your card, stand behind the cardboard protector, mark your X and leave. Sure, you may have to wait a while, but it’s a small cost to pay to exercise a right that your grandparents and great-grandparents likely fought for — and perhaps died for — to ensure you can have that right. In our family, acknowledging that right is more important than who gets the X, hence the fact we have a Green member and NDP, Liberal and Conservative supporters. (Mind you, three of those are Ontario party representations, where Liberals are really Liberals and Conservatives aren’t reformed Reformers.) editor@kamloopsthisweek.com

It’s a new year — and that means all levels of government have their hands in your pockets a little more deeply than they did in 2012. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation sent out a press release last week outlining just how much additional pocket picking is coming our way in 2013. The list is substantial. The most substantial, and perhaps the most unfair, is the boost in Medical Services Plan premiums. These premiums will go up by $60 per family this year and have now risen 24 per cent ($300 per family) in three years — far more than the rate of inflation. This boost in MSP fees was first brought in by the provincial government to help deal with its deficit and it has since discovered it’s a tax boost that causes minimal political trouble. It appears this premium will keep rising until enough members of the public start to pay full attention to just how much it is costing them. The federal government doesn’t get off scot-free. As of Jan. 1, premiums for Employment Insurance are rising, as are contributions to the Canada Pension Plan. While contributors will get their CPP contributions back eventually if they retire and collect CPP, the same cannot be said for EI. A small portion of the population actually collects it, but all working people and their employers pay dearly for the program. The City of Kamloops will boost property taxes this year, likely by about two per cent. Meanwhile, the province is facing a massive deficit and claims it will bring in a balanced budget, so that adds up to all kinds of tax increases we have yet to see. One we know is coming is from BC Hydro, a Crown corporation controlled by the province, which will raise rates by almost four per cent on April 1. Taxpayers may get a small break if the PST, due to come back on April 1, isn’t levied on some services, as happened under the HST. We will wait and see what happens on that front. Governments have an insatiable appetite for our money. While much of the money they take goes to useful services, there is plenty of room for better management and for minimal tax increases.

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Re: Photo: The season when Greyhound becomes a turtle: “Greyhound is pathetic. “On Christmas night, they dropped off 15 passengers in Salmon Arm — at 10:45 p.m., when nothing was open anywhere, knowing the next bus wouldn’t come until more than three hours later, at 2:15 a.m. “Good idea — drop passengers off on the side of the road in the middle of winter with no bathrooms, no place to warm up or get a coffee.” — posted by Douglas Lancaster

A ﬂash of lights on the highway — and a life saved Editor: At about 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 30, I was returning home, driving east on the Trans-Canada Highway, just before the Valleyview interchange and just after the Yellowhead turnoff. I was driving in the left-hand, or passing, lane of the highway, where there is a slight curve. On the other side of the cement divider, I noticed a car, travelling west, flashing its lights very quickly. I assumed the driver of the vehicle was warning me of a police presence ahead, where the speed limit drops to 80 km/h from 90 kn/h. I thought that was somewhat strange, given that particular place seemed an unlikely place in which to have police. I decided, nonetheless, to err on the side of caution (although I was not exceeding the speed limit) and pulled into the right-hand lane.

Re: Story: Kamloops business owner sees $35,000 vanish: “Good Luck trying to get your money! “HSBC will not pay you back! “That is their Christmas present to you.” — posted by Brian Bitz

cally acknowledge the gift of life the action had in the lives of so many others. From the bottom of my heart, I thank that driver. My life has been altered and I will not forget this moment and what someone did for this stranger. I hope and pray there was no other car coming along behind me. If there was, I will be praying for that family for the rest of my life for any loss of life or disability that might have resulted. It is not given to many people to have their lives taken and given back to them in an instant. In wars, perhaps, but seldom in the normal to and fro of daily life. I have been blessed to have experienced such a moment. I am profoundly grateful and trust the remainder of my life will reflect that gratitude. Brian Mitchell Kamloops

Q&A WE ASKED Are you going to make a New Year’s resolution?

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YES 13% NO 87% 81 VOTES WHAT’S YOUR TAKE? Will there be NHL games at any point in this 2012-2013 season?

No penalty like losing a son forever Editor: Re: (‘Two-week closure for Central Station Pub,’ Dec. 14): “We have 17 staff with our DJs and our cleaners and the door people. So, there’s 17 people without any income for 14 days, which is pretty harsh,” owner Judy Hill said. “I know we should be totally aware of the liquor laws and we are,” Hill said. “But, it just seems extremely harsh for a first offence.” The pub’s 14-day suspension — 10 days for serving

Re: Video: Taking the plunge into 2013: “I was so happy to ge a part of this! “I have wanted to do it for so long! “Happy New Year, everyone!” — posted by Pete Watton

After making the adjustment, I turned my head back to face the front. In the oncoming lane, where I had been less than one second ago, was a car driving down the wrong side of the divided highway — and doing so at what I perceived to be a good speed. The car missed me by no more than a couple of feet. One more second and I would be dead. This letter is to thank the driver who flashed his or her lights at oncoming traffic. That person obviously saw what was happening on the other side of the cement barrier and wanted to warn vehicles involved. That driver saved my life. In saving my life, that driver blessed my family — my wife and my children, who would have lost their spouse and father. On behalf of them, my friends and, most especially, myself, I want to publi-

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an underage person and four days for having over-served patrons in the pub — is the mandatory minimum penalty for a first offence. The pub could also have faced up to $17,000 in fines. Hill lost four days for over-serving. I lost my son forever.

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Editor: A few days ago, my friend told me a story that was too good not to share. On Christmas Day, her family, all adults and her four-year-old grandson, were milling around in the kitchen. All at once, her grandson announced, “Hey! I’ve got an idea! Let’s have a group hug.” Everyone agreed that was a good idea and so they had a group hug. Later, I chuckled and thought what a great suggestion to have a group hug for so many people in the world: • NHL players and owners; • Natives and Prime Minister Stephen Harper; • Democrats and Republicans; I could go on and on. A four-year-old child had it right! Group hugs to all and a Happy New Year! Johanna Walters Kamloops

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On resolving to make resolutions

“W

hy start the year with a holiday?” said John, a workaholic husband, to his wife Jill, who was sprawled out on her recliner chair, flicking channels on the TV. “What do you expect me to do — sit around and twiddle my thumbs?” replied John in zest. “But, dear, the first day in Adam’s life was a holiday!” “What? A holiday? “I never thought of that before,” John NARAYAN MITRA replied. You Gotta Have Various tradiFAITH tions and rituals intertwine New Year celebrations. Much before the beginning of the church, the Romans celebrated the start of the year on March 1, not Jan. 1. It was Julius Caesar who instituted a New Year Day on Jan. 1 to honour Janus, the twofaced god who looks backward into the old year and forward to the new. The custom of New Year resolutions began in this earliest period as the Romans

made resolutions to be good to others. When Christianity became the official religion of Rome, the Christians kept a New Year Day. The emphasis was on fasting and prayer, aimed at living in accordance to new life in Christ. Soon, however, the New Year celebration reverted to March 1, and the emphasis on spiritual things got swept away. These days, too, the start of a new year continues to be a day dedicated to more godless indulgence than to meditation on God Word. But, many also see it as a divine opportunity in the longstanding practice of making resolutions and setting aside of persons and things for God’s purposes. Without any historical understandings, many of us still continue to take New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day as a God-given opportunity to reflect, pray and dedicate ourselves anew to God either at a midnight service or in private. Here are some simple testimonies of resolutions culled over the years: • Joseph and Natasha resolved that, in order to enrich their marriage, they will offer short prayers for each other before sleeping. “Quite a few years ago, I heard Billy Graham testify that Ruth and he pray for each other. At that time, Natasha and I

thought this was a good idea, but never practised it. “Over the years we reflected on our relationship and decided to start the practice from this year.” • Robert, a young man, resolved to “pray daily, learn to laugh at myself, cast my worries on the Lord and, in all my behaviour, try to show love of Christ.” • I am sure that many can identify with the next resolution: “I have resolved to walk briskly for 30 minutes daily to glorify God with my body and also to develop good reading habits so that I can love God with my mind.” • If you are an involved member of your church, this resolution is worth considering: “My church is struggling with a host of controversial issues. “In 2013, I resolve to be a reconciler and be a part of the solution, not of the problem, as I engage in discussion with those who differ from me.” • Here is another good resolution to think about and practice: “My deepest longing for the new year is to know and experience the majesty and holiness of God by intentionally practicing His presence through trust and obedience. “The foremost consideration each one must resolve to recognize is that, without God’s help, I am unable to do anything.

“Therefore I humbly pray that by His grace I will be able to keep all my resolutions.” No one should make resolutions with an expectation of breaking them. It is good to do a self-check and sum up how we are doing and seek God’s help in the process. Resolutions can turn into our driving force. Christ calls each one of us to commit to discipline and prayer in becoming conformed to His image. Paul wrote to the Corinthian Christians, who were struggling with a host of problems. He told them: “We, with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, which comes from the Lord who is the Spirit” (2 Cor. 3:18). This year,, let us resolve to become persons committed to a sanctifying transformation as we bring every emotion, thought and action in line with the Word of God. May 2013 be our transforming year. narayanmitra@hotmail.com KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and include a headshot of the author, along with a short bio on the writer. Submissions can be sent via email to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com.

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Chase Museum open to all once again It has survived the test of time — and even a fire or two — but a community fixture in Chase is up and running once again. Following a volunteering and fundraising spree spearheaded by residents, the doors to the Chase Museum are once again open to the public. While there is no exhibit in place, the archives are open for the public to view. There are also a few new features in the museum, one of which is the gift shop, which will showcase a number of consignments, including books that reflect the area, as well as jewelry. Damon Colgan, curator and archivist for the museum, hopes to have a line of children’s toys in place this month. The toys will be mostly heritage-based, with items such as pop guns, in addition to science toys. The museum has also installed a new research area for those who would like to come in and look through the archives or do genealogy study. An easy-to-use filing system allows patrons to find information by subject or, for those researching family lines, there are files indexed under family names. The service is free to use, with the only cost being for photocopying. “The museum received a $500 grant from the Kamloops Foundation for the equipment for the gift shop and research area,” Colgan said, noting there remains a need for volunteers. “One of the biggest volunteer things going on right now is cleaning the artifacts,” he said. No prior experience is needed and Colgan will be there to help out. “People think it is hard but, really, it is not difficult at all. Anyone can do it.”

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COVER PAGE STORY Tk’emlups Indian Band elder Evelyn Camille plans to go four days without food or water, then ingest clear fluid on the fifth day, repeating the five-day process as part of her fast in support of Attawapiskat First Nation Chief Theresa Spence’s hunger strike. Andrea Klassen/KTW

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The United Nations report noted “by every measure, be it respect for treaty and land rights, levels of poverty, average life spans, violence against women and girls, dramatically disproportionate levels of arrest and incarceration or access to government services such as housing, health care, education, water and child protection, indigenous peoples across Canada continue to face a grave humanrights crisis.” Confronting such issues is not new for Camille. She spent a decade living in the Kamloops Residential School, having been relocated to it when she was six years old. Despite adding

First Nations studies to school curriculum and engaging in the long process of addressing the residential-school abuses, Camille sees many of the problems her ancestors faced continuing today, noting the original federal Indian Act “really defined us as

if we weren’t people and we’re still gong through that today. “Why is it still happening today?” Although the ceremonies involved in fasting within her lodge are private, Camille wants the public to know what she is doing.

Her plans are different from those of Spence, who is consuming fluids and fish broth. Camille will go without food or water for four days, then take clear fluids on the fifth day, with the goal of repeating the process. She is not sure how long she can continue: “Like you said, I’m no spring chicken, although I feel like I’m 39.” Camille’s family is supportive — but worried — as she starts her fast. She is not new to the process, however, as she enters her lodge for shorter fasts two or three times a year. She plans to open her house to anyone who wants to come and support her and is hoping to see young people in particular do so.

TIB Chief Gottfriedson supports Idle No More By Dale Bass STAFF REPORTER dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

Tk’emlups Indian Band Chief Shane Gottfriedson said he supports the Idle No More campaign to draw attention to issues faced by First Nations. Of band member Evelyn Camille’s decision to fast in her sweat lodge in support of Attawapiskat Chief Theresa Spence’s protest, Gottfriedson said it is “very honorable and considerate of our elder and former leader. I will also pray for my elder that all her prayers will be answered.” While offering his support of Camille’s protest, Gottfriedson said last month it is time for

Spence to end her protest and sit down with other First Nations leaders to discuss what steps should be taken. The chief said he would not allow Idle No More rallies on TIB land. In an email to KTW with the subject line “Anything but idle,” Gottfriedson said he agrees with concerns about federal-government changes to environmental laws. The TIB agenda, Gottfriedson wrote, “as clearly directed to us by our membership, is to find solutions and produce results.” He noted protests are effective in bringing attention to issues, “but the next steps are even more important. Parties have to sit down and work out solutions that

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are meaningful and sustainable.” He said his band has moved past the days of protest on many issues and now takes steps to ensure problems identified are addressed. “The Tk’emlups band took the lead in Canada in pursuing justice for the day scholars [of residential schools] and, with our friends in Sechelt, we have commenced legal action on behalf of these unrecognized victims,” Gottfriedson wrote. “Other First Nations groups are now looking to join our cause and we are looking to build a national groundswell of support. “Actions like this are neither cheap nor easy, but sitting idle was not an option for us.”

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Cavers considers provincial run to talk Ajax By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com

He’s tried his luck twice federally and once at the local level. Now, rookie Kamloops councillor Donovan Cavers is considering another bid, this time in the provincial election on May 14. Cavers told KTW he’s considering a provincial campaign because he wants to make sure the proposed Ajax mine is a subject of debate during the election. “The provincial government is the main body that will make the decision about the Ajax mine and I foresee the possibility that the NDP and the Liberals will both try to talk about it as little as possible because it’s such a touchy subject,” he said. Cavers is one of only two city councillors to take a public position on the proposed openpit copper and gold

mine, which would be built south of Aberdeen. Both he and Tina Lange oppose the project, calling it a bad fit with the city’s Tournament Capital image. Other councillors have held off on taking a stand on the mine, saying they are waiting for the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office to conduct its review of the project. That’s the line Cavers said he’s also expecting to hear during the provincial election. “They’ll probably just say that the process is underway and they might criticize the process to some degree, that it’s not robust enough, but they won’t pre-empt the decision,” he said. But, Cavers feels that’s not enough, arguing local candidates should be offering voters a position on Ajax. “I think locally it’s

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a final decision this month on whether to seek a seat in the B.C. legislature. “I need to talk to people and, definitely, my priority is city council right now, and if people saw it as taking away from that, then I wouldn’t want to pursue running,” he said. “But, my motivations would be mainly around the Ajax mine and I would see it sort of as an extension of my duties as a city councillor to look out for the best interests of Kamloops.” If he does decide to campaign, it will either be as an independent or Green Party nominee. While Cavers ran for the federal Greens twice — in 2011 and

2008 — he told KTW he’s leaning toward an independent candidacy if he decides to run, to make it clear he’s campaigning on a local issue. B.C. laws don’t prohibit Cavers from

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Bermuda through the eyes of Mark Twain By James Ross SPECIAL TO KTW travelwriterstales.com

ARK TWAIN, THE EVERARTICULATE, GLOBE-TROTTING AMERICAN HUMOURIST, ONCE REMARKED: “BERMUDA IS THE RIGHT COUNTRY FOR A JADED MAN TO LOAF IN.” It is as I’m checking into the luxurious Fairmont Hamilton Princess that I spy the familiar figure of Samuel Clemens — also known as Mark Twain — sitting on a lobby bench behind me. I am initially taken aback. Here was the author of my childhood favourites, The Adventure of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, with his trademark bushy moustache and unruly thick head of hair, sitting relaxed, legs crossed and arm extended along the bench’s back. I realize, as my eyes adjust, what I’m seeing is the master wordsmith immortalized by a life-size bronze statue. Twain was a frequent guest here at the Princess in the opulent hotel’s early days. He would relax on the veranda, puffing on his cigar, reciting poetry and regaling guests with tall tales. He had fallen in love with this tiny and pristine island, far out in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of North Carolina, during his first visit in 1867. Twain loved the pace, the company and the weather. Bermuda’s impeccable location means the island is warmed by the Gulf Stream and the sun’s rays, but free of the tropics’ relentless heat. Bermuda is blessed with an abundance of charms.

Iridescent turquoise waters, pink beaches and tropical flavours attract most visitors, but the island is also safe, clean, orderly and polite. There are many enchanting little nooks to explore, a rich history, diverse cultures and exceptional natural beauty. The famous author found life on Bermuda the perfect medicine for his harried life on the mainland. “There is just enough of whispering breeze, fragrance of flowers and sense of repose to raise one’s thoughts heavenward,” he would say. The island paradise would call Twain back another seven times and, for some 187 days during the next 43 years, he would become one of Bermuda’s mostfamous advocates. He wrote about Bermuda’s seductiveness and these stories helped attract many affluent visitors. On Jan. 1, 1885, the Hamilton Princess opened to accommodate these new travellers. Twain was one of the first visitors to experience the Crystal Caves, an underground world of delicate splendour. Two youngsters discovered the caves in 1905 during a game of cricket and visitors can now descend easily into a magnificent cavern of crystal stalactites and stalagmites that surround a deep lake of azure blue. In Hamilton is the picturesque Parla-Ville Park, where Twain admired the enormous rubber tree during his first island visit, though he was disappointed it didn’t bear a crop of hot water bottles and rubber overshoes. The formal flowerbeds, exotic plants and quiet places to sit invite visitors to take a refreshing break from shopping or sightseeing.

Bermuda’s Crystal Caves provide tourists with a glimpse of the world below while, at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel, Mark Twain meets a tourist — without blinking an eye. James Ross photos 101- 929 LAVAL CRESCENT, KAMLOOPS

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Hamilton Princess was one of Twain’s preferred residences. This classic Bermuda property features the statue of Twain in its lobby, and has a suite named after him. The property also provides free ferry service to its sister resort, the palatial Fairmont Southampton on the island’s south side. For more information, go online to fairmont.com. • Visitor information: Contact the Bermuda Department of Tourism online at bermudatourism.com.

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the year-end interview: NDP’s Dix seeks balance with business B

.C. NDP leader Adrian Dix has completed yearend interviews with members of the legislative press gallery. Here are excerpts from Black Press Victoria bureau reporter Tom Fletcher’s discussion with him:

Fletcher: On the Kinder Morgan oil pipeline-expansion proposal, federal NDP Leader Tom Mulcair says the federal environmental process would have to be strengthened before a project like that could get a thorough enough hearing. Do you agree? Dix: The B.C. Liberal government has signed an equivalency agreement that says that the federal decision is the provincial decision on these projects. If it applies to Enbridge Northern Gateway, presumably the B.C. Liberals would apply it to Kinder Morgan. They could have done a joint process, where [the final decision] would have gone to both cabinets. They chose instead to give up jurisdiction. They were so afraid of making any decision on Northern Gateway that they sent it over to the federal government. So, what we’ve said is within a week of coming to office, we would end that equivalency agreement and British Columbia would make decisions about both Enbridge Northern Gateway, which applied in May 2010, and any other pipeline, including

Since being elected B.C. NDP leader in 2011, Adrian Dix has spent plenty of time criss-crossing B.C. Among his many visits to Kamloops included this stop in July 2011 to see Kathy Kendall win the Kamloops-North Thompson nomination race. KTW file photo

the Kinder Morgan proposal, for which no application has been made. Obviously, it would have been desirable for everyone had they chosen a true joint review, as they have in Site C [dam proposed for Peace River], as they did with Kemess North [rejected mine expansion proposal] and other cases. Fletcher: You don’t want duplicated review processes here, you just want a provincial cabinet say in the decision? Dix: That’s right.

Fletcher: On your relationship with the B.C. Federation of Labour, your caucus is considering a proposal that B.C. should once again do away with secret ballots for union certification. Dix: The B.C. Fed makes a case to the government on a series of issues on employment standards every year. Labour law, every year. WorkSafeBC, every year. Trades and training, every year. With respect to [accepting signed union cards for cer-

tification], it is a democratic process that the Newfoundland Conservative government just put into place a few months ago. So, it’s a proposal from the labour movement and we’re looking at it. For most of B.C.’s modern history, since World War II, we’ve had that card-check system in place. The question would be whether [returning to that system] is a priority for this term in government. Fletcher: So, those kinds of things will be

made clear in your platform? Dix: Absolutely. Fletcher: You picked up some serious money from the business community at a fundraiser in October. Is that some kind of a record for the NDP? Dix: [Laughs.] It might be a record, I don’t know. I think the business fundraiser we did at the Hotel Vancouver netted $350,000. I think what it reflects is, this year I’ve had about 230 meetings

with the business community. The purpose of it has been principally to build understanding, particularly on issues of skills training. With the priority I give to skills training, I think I’m much more attuned to their concerns than the government has been. Fletcher: I suppose that kind of success in fundraising might make it more difficult to follow through with your pledge to ban corporate and union donations. Dix: I don’t think so.

The B.C. Liberal Party has a very high level of corporate donations as a percentage of its total. We’re overwhelmingly dependent on individual donations. We get support from unions, but it’s not even close to what people would think. Fletcher: So, you’ll campaign for that, as you have before? Dix: Yes. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Art gallery looks for its true ‘place’ The Kamloops Art Gallery’s 2013 exhibition program will focus on people’s relationship to the land and what “place” means from various viewpoints. The year opens on Friday, Jan. 18, with two shows — Western and Sonia Cornwall Roundup — that look at “place” through a decidedly Western viewpoint. The exhibition continues to Saturday, March 23. On Saturday, April 6, Weather Systems by Germaine Koh opens and shifts the perspective of “place” to systems in the environments — both natural and manmade — that surround us. It continues to Saturday, June 15. On Saturday, June 29, Beat National: Art, Hip Hop and Aboriginal Culture comes to the gallery from the Vancouver Art Gallery. The exhibition features artists who combine urban

youth culture and aboriginal identity through a variety of media. It continues to Saturday, Sept. 7. In the Cube gallery, A Narrative Corpse opens on Friday, Jan. 18 and continues to Saturday, March 23. It combines the comic-strip form of narrative with a surrealist concept about an exquisite corpse. Artists from the region will be allowed to continue a chain story through the format that will be painted onto the walls of the Cube gallery. Following it will be Place in Memory by Tara Bauer, which connects memories and place. The Kamloops artist has interviewed people about their view on home and community, pinpointing important places to them, using that information to create her works.

Baby Boyz Gotta Indian Pony, a work by Dana Claxton included in Western at the Kamloops Art Gallery later this month.

KGHM International is hosting a community open house Please join us to meet the new operators of the Ajax Copper-Gold Project, as well as team members from our other projects.

Dates: 6, January 15 and 16, 2013 Time: 5pm to 8pm Location: Kamloops Convention on Centre Ballroom 1250 Rogers Way Kamloops, BC

For more information about the open house, please call the KGHM Ajax Information Centre at 1.250.374.5446 or send an email to info@ajaxmine.ca.

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Add some colour Kimberely Eibl, chair of the Kamloops Arts Commission, presents Sketching in Oil, a three-hour workshop on Saturday, Jan. 12, at the Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave., from 9 a.m. to noon. The session will be a hands-on workshop, with participants given gloves to work with the oils to create art, using a photo or other painting they bring to the session for inspiration. Registration is $40 for members of the Kamloops Arts Council (KAC) and $45 for others. KAC members can register by calling 250828-3611. All others can register by calling 250-828-3500 or online at kamloops.ca/ezreg. For more informa-

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Wine and winter The 15th annual Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine runs from Saturday, Jan. 12, to Sunday, Jan. 20. Among the highlights: • A special dinner at the Delta Sun Peaks featuring an Australiainspired dinner and Okanagan wines. It’s recommended people check the menu before

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ordering tickets due to potential food allergies. • A fondue dinner and evening descent, which sees participants board a chairlift to go to the Sunburst MidMountain Restaurant for a fondue dinner and then a lantern-lit cruise

back down the 5 Mile hill. • The progressive wine tasting through the village square, where more than 25 B.C. wineries will be represented. There are various prices and packages available depending on the events chosen and whether overnight accommodation is required. For more information or to download the Australian dinner menu, go online to sunpeaksresort.com/events-andfestivals/winter-festival-

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Celebrate the arts Tickets are still on sale for the 2013 Mayor’s Gala for the Arts on Saturday, Jan. 19, at the Kamloops Convention Centre. Money raised is used to support the Kamloops Art Gallery, Western Canada Theatre and the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $100 and available at Kamloops Live! Box Offic, 1025 Lorne St., 250-3745483, kamloopslive.ca.

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Jersey goes Manik The Raven Steals the Night Tour comes to the Dirty Jersey, 1200 Eighth St., on Friday, Jan. 4, featuring Joey Styles and Manik 1derful, along with Dklpz, The Kwote and BOA. The show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance at the venue and $20 at the door. City of Kamloops Activity Programs Please pre-register. Programs are cancelled if the minimum numbers are not met. Abstraction Series - Stress Release

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Abstract art is a great way to get involved in art without worrying about the end result. This class introduces students to the basics of abstract painting. No previous painting experience is necessary. Supplies are extra.. Karla Pearce Art Gallery Jan 10-31 6:00-9:00 PM Thu 203188 Spanish – Intermediate 2

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Attention preschoolers! Come down to the Kamloops Museum & Archives and learn all about beavers and why they are an important part of history. Create a cool craft, tour the Museum, and make new friends. Kamloops Museum & Archives Jan 11 10:00 -11:00 AM Fri 203542 NEW!! Food for Thought ~ Special Museum Presentation $8 As a high point to support our current exhibit; ‘Tried, Tested & Proved ~ Cookbooks, Family & Tradition’, we’re proud to host guest speaker, Tricia Sellmer. For one night only, she’ll share her keen observations of how the changing landscape and evolution of cook books and recipes have altered social habits and family traditions. After her talk she’ll entertain questions for discussion from the floor. You are encouraged to bring a favourite recipe or story of your family traditions to share and to be included in a compilation. Please pre-register.

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Kamloops Museum & Archives Jan 17 6:30-7:30 PM Thu 206182 NEW! The Bridges of Kamloops

Join the Kamloops Museum & Archives and Colleen Stainton on an informational lecture on the history behind all the bridges in Kamloops. How did the community connect prior to the bridges being built? What is the history behind each bridge? Get the answers to these questions and more during Colleen’s lecture! Kamloops Museum & Archives Jan 31 6:30-7:30 PM Thu 204211 TCC Kids Club - Ball Sports + Swim (Ages: 3½-5)

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One step forward, one swoop backward

ANSEL AND GRETEL scattered bread crumbs as they disappeared into the forest. One tree, after all, looked much like another, especially to the lost. So, even while it was likely their trail home would be snicked up by peckish birds and other woodland creatures, or covered over by a blanket of snow, they continued to scatter. Here, outside the world of Grimm, I, too, have a handful of bread crumbs. And, unless I excavate my winter boots from storage and stop trekking across icy sidewalks and snow-compacted parking lots in

DARCIE HOSSACK Bon APPÉTIT my fair-weather walking shoes, I may have to take a lesson from the brother and sister. Although, instead of behind me, I will need to toss crumbs ahead of me for traction underfoot. Back in the forest, having lost their way, Hansel and Gretel came across a candy house in the forest and thought they had been saved.

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2 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. flaked kosher salt 6 tbsps. butter 1 1/4 cups milk 1 (generous) tbsp. each finely chopped Italian parsley and chives 1/3 cup grated sharp cheddar In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture is coarse and crumbly. Add herbs and cheese and gently combine. Make a well in the centre of the mixture and pour in milk. Bring together with a fork to make a heavy batter. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto Silpat- or parchment paper-lined baking sheets and bake in a 450 F oven for 12 minutes. Biscuits are done when the bottoms are lightly golden, the crust crackly and insides soft and set.

I, at least, one fateful few winters ago, knew where I was going. But, while there visiting a friend’s farmhouse to spend time with their alone-for-theholidays pets, I did step down their short flight of outdoor stairs, each one hunched round with compacted snow and ice and, in less than a moment, in a swoop of fairytale-like physics, landed at the bottom. Now, this is a critical scene for it is the moment, according to Chefhusband, when certain vertebrae were forever loosened and my spine transformed from a sturdy liftingforce to a wobbly thing, predisposed to other, nonsensical, injuries that happen at the least provocation — and may ev even be responsible for a pronounced twitch th that occurs when overtir tired and overstressed (r (read: When I have ho houseguests). Chefhusband may be pa partially right. Although one MD, a ne neurologist, chiropracto tor, physiotherapist and a massage therapist ha have all shrugged their sh shoulders in a unified, “W “Who can be knowin ing?” this may have be been the damage on da damage that created a ne new instability. But, it was hardly th the first. Before the incident of the snow-mounded st steps, there was the ro rollerskating incident of 19 1985. When, after crashing do down on my tailbone, I was taken to the

Mennonite bonesetter (read: “Untrained, uncertified chiropractor” who got her start on chickens and sheep before moving up to people) for an adjustment. Previous to this, as I recall, I always did own a somewhat troublesome spine. But, it wasn’t until the Great Blueberry Lifting Incident of Summer 2011 that something went ping

and was never completely set back to right. Not by the abovementioned medical team nor a back specialist, who could also not discover why moderate misery is mine whenever I lift the Kitchen Aid stand mixer or the flour bin. Or when I knead dough by hand and wash heavy pots and casserole dishes without assistance. Now, Hansel and

Gretel, once captured by the witch, were headed for the oven, yet escaped becoming dinner roasts served with sides of biscuits and gravy. I, after a long queue on a medical wait list, will similarly be slotted into an MRI machine. “Are you claustrophobic?” queried the specialist as he filled out the paperwork. “I can’t send you if you’re claustrophobic.”

“I’ll be fine,” I said, already feeling a bit like Sunday’s roast. “Just fine.” Darcie Hossack is a food writer and author of Mennonites Don’t Dance (Thistledown Press). For past recipes, go online to nicefatgurdie.wordpress.com. She can be contacted at onepotato2potato@ shaw.ca.

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TOASTING MUSICAL MAGIC Kamloops Symphony Orchestra music librarian Marg James and board president Doug Neigel raise a toast to Magic of Vienna, the next performance at Sagebrush Theatre on Friday, Jan. 11, and Saturday, Jan. 12 — and, as befits the theme, the female musicians will also be dressed in formalwear. Dave Eagles/KTW

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you need a little inspiration and you could ﬁnd it in the way of a stranger who wanders across your path this week. Changes are in store.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 You tend to gravitate to leadership roles, Sagittarius. That puts a lot of pressure on you at all times. Maybe this week you will be satisﬁed with standing on the sidelines.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Take a rest from pouring over the books, Taurus. Although your ﬁnances are a bit shaky, you have gotten things in order, so take a short hiatus.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, there’s a lot to accomplish, but little distractions seem to crop up at every turn. Diverting your energy to each of these issues is not the way to go.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, it is hard to keep a secret, especially when you could be the bearer of really good news. Hold out just a little longer, and then you’ll have your chance.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 It’s time you made a big change, Aquarius. Think about stepping out of your comfort zone and the results may be surprising. Or, a big adventure could be in store.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, when you’re approached for advice, you look like a deer caught in headlights. Others will assume you’re hiding something if you look afraid.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Unless you try something, Pisces, you won’t know if you like it. Something different could be just what you need this week.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you’re in someone’s thoughts and your ears may be ringing because this person is talking about you so much. Now could be the time for visiting family. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, there are many things to get done but you have to put yourself ﬁrst. Otherwise burnout could mean you won’t accomplish anything on your list. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, instead of always taking the advice of others when something important arises, trust your own instincts on what to do.You might be surprised how well it works. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, despite excitement about getting away somewhere, you have some reservations, too. It’s hard to leave responsibilities behind even when you deserve a break.

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Are you superstitious about 2013?

HE YEAR 2013 has arrived and the question needs to be asked: Are you superstitious? When asked about this, Tommy Smothers of The Smothers Brothers said, “I’m pretty stitious, but I wouldn’t say I was super-stitious.” For people with anxiety disorders and who are also superstitious, it is no laughing matter. A superstition can be described as “magical thinking”, in which one might believe future events can be influenced by unrelated factors, such as walking under ladders, stepping on sidewalk cracks or having black cats pass in front of you. By definition, superstitions arise from beliefs and not logical or scientific evidence. One of the most common superstitions of all is a fear of events related

to the number 13. This belief is pervasive and has been passed down from generation to generation — for 2013 years, if the suggested origin of the superstition is believed. At the Last Supper in Christian theology, there were 13 dinner guests and that number became considered to be unlucky because Christ was betrayed. In Norse mythology, 12 benevolent gods were gathering in a hall and the evil god Loki attacked the group. Loki was the 13th guest and the god Balder was killed. Many prominent people were fearful of the number 13, including U.S. president Franklin D. Roosevelt, who took

great pains to avoid hosting a meal for a group of that size. If he had a cancellation and it looked as if there might be 13 people to lunch, he invited his secretary to join them so there wouldn’t be 13. The fear of the number 13 is so pervasive that it even has a phobia named after it — triskaidekaphobia. Based on this phobia, airlines typically do not have a 13th row and most tall buildings do not have a 13th floor. High-level athletes can be particularly superstitious and insist on following a series of rituals in order to ensure good performance or avoidance of injury. In baseball in particular, there are a large

PETER WILLIAM DIDUCK June 22, 1924 – Dec 27, 2012

Peter William Diduck, age 88, passed away on December 27, 2012 with his devoted daughter and son-in-law by his side. With courage, clarity and a peaceful heart, he made his transition home to God. Peter is survived by his daughter Wendy and son-in-law Howard Groesbeck of Seattle, Washington; sister Mary Wallace of Coquitlam, BC; numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends; and dear companion of the past 14 years, Elizabeth Lyne of Rayleigh, BC. Predeceased in 1991 by his wife of 40 years, Irene; brothers George, John, Mike and Alex; sisters Olga Gee and Elsie Balon. A first generation Canadian-Ukrainian, Peter was born on June 22, 1924 in Wakaw, Saskatchewan. His father Wasyl Didow emigrated from Romania, his mother Eftima Kushneryk from Austria. In their teens, Peter and his brothers began venturing beyond their prairie home seeking opportunities in Saskatoon, Windsor and Edmonton. After serving in the Canadian Army in Kingston, Ontario, Peter settled in Edmonton where he met Irene Cherniwchan. They were married in 1951 and their adventurous, pioneer spirits soon took them to Whitehorse. During their 4 years in the Yukon, Peter worked as a large equipment mechanic for White Pass Railway, and their daughter Wendy was born. Further expanding their horizons, Peter, Irene and Wendy moved to Detroit, Michigan in 1956. For 20 years, Peter worked at MercuryLincoln car dealerships where he was a highly regarded auto mechanic, body shop manager and salesman. Eventually Peter and Irene followed their yearning to return “home” and in 1977 moved back to Canada. They spent the next several years enjoying daily reconnections with family in Edmonton and Smoky Lake, Alberta. In 1980, together with Irene’s sister Victoria and brother Harry, they relocated to Kamloops becoming the owners of Scott’s Motor Inn. After 10 years in the hospitality business, they retired and passed on the keys to the inn to Al Patel and family. Peter remained a constant and beloved fixture at Scott’s until his health began to fail just a few weeks ago. Devoted in heart and action to his Ukrainian heritage, Peter was an integral part of the community and construction of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints. His quiet presence and participation supported most events held at the Ukrainian Hall, and he took great pride in maintaining the grass and landscaping around the church. Fortunate to travel throughout Canada and the US, he enjoyed reuniting with friends and family. A highlight of his many travels was a cruise to Asia, visiting Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore. Annual winter escapes were spent on the beaches of Mexico, Hawaii & the Caribbean. But where he found true contentment was on the lakes of British Columbia… quiet days spent drifting along a wooded lakeshore, fishing and listening to the call of the loons. If you listen carefully, you will hear a sigh of relief among Kamloops trout at Peter’s passing. Beloved “Peter, Poppa, Pedro”… you will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered in our hearts. Visitation: Thursday, January 3 – 3 to 5 pm - Kamloops Funeral Home. Prayer Service: 7pm - Thursday, January 3. Funeral Service: 10 am - Friday, January 4 at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints - Kamloops, British Columbia Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery Memorial donations may be made to The Marjorie Willoughby-Snowden Memorial Hospice Home or The Iccha Wish Fund (Royal Inland Hospital Foundation) Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

number of stories — many of them hilarious if it can be forgotten the practitioners suffered terribly from their ritualistic behaviours. Another reason to take superstitions seriously is that it can be a common theme among those who have a gambling addiction. Psychologists believe superstitions arise because people associate an outcome with a particular event, even though the outcome was arrived at completely by chance. This was proven in the lab more than 65 years ago when BF Skinner automatically fed pigeons at a regular timed interval and the animals associated the arrival of food with whatever behaviour they had done just before. A pigeon that was turning counter-clockwise repeatedly turned

that direction in order to influence the arrival of more food. When the food did arrive — as it would on the timed schedule — this cemented the belief that turning counterclockwise was the reason the food arrived. It is true we are not pigeons, but we all can relate to an experience where we associated an outcome to something based only our beliefs or our feelings. We should be reassured there is no scientific reason to fear 2013. In fact, the number of natural and accidental disasters in 1913 were many times fewer than in either 1912 or 1914 — such as the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Until next time, take care of your mental wellbeing and write to us at kamloops@cmha.bc.ca with your questions and comments because we love to hear from you.

Beverly Bradley 1924 - 2013 With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Beverly Margaret Bradley early January 1, 2013. Bev was born in Chilliwack, BC, September 6, 1924 and moved to Vanderhoof as a toddler. After serving with the Royal Canadian Navy during WWII she married Charles Bradley and they raised their three children in Vanderhoof and later Kamloops. Family and friends will long remember wonderful times shared with Bev at their home in Anglemont on Shuswap Lake. Eight years ago Bev married Orrie Smith, further expanding her wonderful family, and new friends at Cottonwood Court in Kamloops. Bev’s vibrant personality, zest for life and insurmountable determination inspired many. Bev was deeply loved and will be especially missed by Orrie, her brother Charlie, step-son, many sons and daughters-in-law, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Bev was predeceased by her children, Al, Ron and Roxanne, and her ¿rst husband Charles. Bev lived life well, with a strong faith and love for all. We will miss her. A service for Bev will be held on Saturday, January 5th at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 815 Renfrew Avenue, Kamloops at 2:00pm. In lieu of Àowers a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Henry Devries May 22nd, 1953 December 31st, 2012 Henry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, pastor, mentor, teacher and friend. He passed suddenly at Royal Inland Hospital on December 31st with his family by his side. Henry rang in the New Year with Jesus. Mourning his loss, is his wife of thirty-eight years, Fran, his parents: John and Jenny deVries and in-laws: Hank and Jenny Zoethout, four children: Phillip (Rebekah), Justin (Elizabeth), Kristin (Ian) and Devon (Sarra), and grandchildren Amber, Meagan, Jessica, Kristien, Noah, Jeffrey, Hunter, Susannah, Sawyer, and Haylee. He shared many wonderful moments with his brothers, sisters: Pietie (Royce), Rommie, Stewart (Jackie), Mike (Wilma), Tom (Annie), Marian (Gerald) and many nieces and nephews as well as his large extended family and in-laws. His brothers and sisters in Christ mourn the passing of a kind and generous man. Henry served selﬂessly and lovingly for many years in Kamloops, at Sahali Fellowship Church. In previous years he had served in Rimbey, Alberta. He crossed paths with many in our community and beyond and touched the lives of everyone he met. Henry always gave of himself and thought of others, ﬁrst and foremost. Henry loved teaching and learning. He was proud to recently have completed his Doctorate in Theology as well as his Masters in Divinity. Henry was a part of a wonderful community of pastors; praying for and loving the community of Kamloops. Henry loved spending time in God’s creation. He enjoyed kayaking, hiking, biking, camping and being outdoors with those he loved. A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, January 5th at 11am at Calvary Community Church (1205 Rogers Way). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Devries Trust. For information contact Sahali Fellowship at 250.374.5352 or sfchurch@shaw.ca

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Business Opportunities ~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front. GIFT BASKET franchise needed in your area. Start before the Christmas Season. For more information go to www.obbgifts.com and click on “own a franchise”. Any questions? Email head ofﬁce directly through website or call (778)-753-4500 (Kelowna).

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Editor The Merritt Herald, an award-winning twice-weekly newspaper published in the Nicola Valley, is seeking an editor. The editor will manage a newsroom of one reporter and both will be responsible for all aspects of getting the newspaper to press — writing, editing, taking photographs and laying out using InDesign. The successful candidate will be community-oriented and have a serious interest in current events — locally, provincially, nationally and globally. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with some experience in journalism, one who works well with others in an office setting, one who thirsts for an opportunity to improve their skills while helping to mentor those around them, one whose copy of CP Style is dog-eared and one who has a passion for new ideas. Qualifications • Proficiency with InDesign and Photoshop are required, as is a background in the community newspaper industry. • Previous experience in the community newspaper industry • Own transportation required. Please apply to: Theresa Arnold Merritt Herald 2090 Granite Ave. Merritt , BC V1K 1B8 Phone: (250) 378-4241 Fax: (250) 378-6818 Email: publisher@merrittherald.com

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ITA Foundation ITA HEO Theory Multi Equipment Training (Apprenticeship hours logged) Certiﬁcates included are: • Ground Disturbance Level 2 • WHMIS • Trafﬁc Control • First Aid Reserve your seat for January 14, 2013. Taylor Pro Training Ltd at 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com

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DYNAMIC INDIVIDUAL - DYNAMIC CAREER Are you dynamic? Do you love working with a team where you get to experience something new and challenging every day? Do you want to express your creative side, while focusing in on the little things that make your guests experience exceptional? As our Food and Beverage Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into all that you are: dynamic, creative, system focused, and passionate about service. You will be responsible for a wide variety of service experiences from restaurant dining, running events, corporate meetings to elaborate celebrations. A minimum 2 years previous experience in a food and beverage supervisory capacity is required. In return for your skills and drive, Sun Rivers offers a competitive salary and beneﬁts, including golf incentives. For details and to apply visit sunriver.com/about and click on job postings.

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Sun Rivers Realty seeks a “best in sales management” professional to lead the Sun Rivers sales team. This person is motivated by; coaching their team to achieve outstanding results, the opportunity to work in a team based environment where collaboration and fun are paramount, to support a team of professionals to excel in customer sales and service and their desire to utilize their creativity to achieve outstanding results. Does this sound like you? • Your ambition and drive sets you apart from most people you know? • You know understanding customer needs is the cornerstone of sales success. • You are an excellent listener and team leader. • You identify & solve problems collaboratively. • You are highly motivated with energy & vitality which matches your desire to achieve goals. • You demonstrate administrative excellence in overseeing real estate systems and operating efficiencies. • You thrive in a small organization that is continually changing and growing. You will have demonstrated success as a real estate sales person and the consistent achievement of sales goals and targets. The base salary and production bonuses are highly attractive. The competitive benefit package includes extended health and dental as well as company discounts, specialized training and professional development. Sun Rivers values work-life balance and offers a fun, flexible, professional environment in one of the finest resort communities in BC. Don’t delay, check us out at sunrivers.com and see what you are missing. Please apply by December 20, 2012 by forwarding your compelling cover letter and resume to: Sun Rivers Resort Community 1000 Clubhouse Drive Kamloops BC, V2H 1T9 Attention: Leslie Brochu, Vice-President Or e-mail to employment@sunrivers.com

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PRO-TEL RECONNECT A career with Sutco. We have positions open in our Chip Division, dedicated schedules, Merritt, Chilliwack, West Kootenays and Creston. Hiway Canada Only Super B or Step Deck, assigned unit. Satellite dispatch, e-logs, Pension Plan and Extended Benefits. If you have a clean abstract and verifiable mountain experience, check us out www.sutco.ca or Fax 250-357-2009 more info: 1-888-357-2612 Ext:230 An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. FARM, Fishing, Hunting, Property Manager: Year round. To manage and maintain a 685 acre working farm with pheasants, cattle, dogs, hay and tourism accomodations. Semi retired welcome. Hands on management. mk@skeenameadows.com

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Custom home in the Rosewood neighbourhood in Sun Rivers, built for entertaining. Offers a gourmet cooks’ kitchen featuring granite (cafe imperial) island, stainless Kitchen Aid appl, Excel maple cabinetry throughout. Main flr is in a vibrant southwestern design w/bright open spaces & features a DR, cozy LR w/rich engineered HW flrs & gas F/P, office/den area which could also serve as a 2nd bdrm, a luxurious spa-like enste in Mbdrm, handy ldry/mud rm & a powder room. The daylight WO bsmt features huge rec room to accommodate the pool table & media area w/ surround sound, 2 bdrms, 4 pce bath & lots of storage. Plenty of outside areas to relax, gorgeous community water feature.

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1BDRM South Shore remodeled priv prking W/D N/S N/P $950 Avail Jan 15th 579-2066 1 Bdrm w/den in Aberdeen sep ent, w/d, gas ﬁreplace util incl $950mo 250-372-3638 2BdrmfurnW/D N/SN/P near bus TRU $1300(util,wireless incl) avail Mar 1,250-819-1373 2bdrm. N. Shore. $900 incl. hydro & gas. NP NS. New reno 250-371-4893 2BDRM NShore daylight, cls sch/bus, ns/np util incl. ref $850 250-819-6158 / 778-4700057 Available immediately! Cumfy 1bdrm suite. Close to University, Hospital. Perfect for student or quiet person. Excellent Location. np. ns. Call now (250) 372-5270

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SPORTS

Sports: Marty Hastings sports@kamloopsthisweek.com Ph: 374-7467 Ext: 235, Twitter: @MarTheReporter, @KTWonBlazers

Lip’s service Kamloops Blazer forward JC Lipon played in the most important game of his life today, wearing the Maple Leaf

By Marty Hastings STAFF REPORTER sports@kamloopsthisweek.com

C LIPON DUG himself a hole, but the Team Canada and Kamloops Blazer forward was confident he could climb out of it heading into today’s semifinal tilt with the U.S. “I wouldn’t say I’m in the doghouse,” said Lipon, who spoke to KTW on New Year’s Eve from a hotel room in Ufa, Russia. “I have a good relationship with the coach

[Steve Spott] but, in his position, and with the calibre of players, I’m probably the least established and have to work that much harder to get ice time and to gain his trust back, which I think I did in the Russian game [a 4-1 Canada win on Monday, Dec. 31].” Canada and the U.S. got underway today at 12:30 a.m. Kamloops time. TSN is replaying the game at 8 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. The 19-year-old from Regina was assessed a major penal-

ty and a game misconduct for a first-period hit on a Slovakian player on Friday, Dec. 28. He was suspended one game by the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) and missed Canada’s showdown with the United States on Sunday, Dec. 30. Spott, unhappy with Lipon’s indiscipline, spoke with the WHL’s fourth-leading scorer after the Slovakia game. “He basically said the call was weak,

obviously, but that’s the second major you’ve taken,” Lipon recalled of the conversation. “It’s hard. I don’t know if you can deliver big hits without getting called, but we have to respect the officials at the end of the day. “I’ve got to face the music and I’m over it now. It’s in the past.” Lipon was selected to the team in part because of his ability to play physical, inyour-face hockey. The line between what’s acceptable and

what isn’t is blurred in today’s game at the best of times, even more so when the IIHF is calling the shots. “It bothers me when I sit out a game and watch a headshot that was called but, because our guy didn’t stay down, I don’t think they review it, unless it’s reported,” said Lipon, referring to a hit on Sunday by American captain Jake McCabe, which led to his ejection from the U.S.-Canada pool game. “It was clearly

intentional, yet he played today with no punishment. Again, it’s out my control.” Lipon’s ice time was limited against Russia, but he did see action on the penalty kill and the Blazer right-winger felt good about his performance. Lipon will continue competing for ice time on the fourth line with Nathan MacKinnon, the 18-year-old Halifax Mooseheads star who many expect to go No. 1 overall in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft — “He’s a pretty decent

player . . .,” Lipon said. After today’s semifinal, Canada has only one game remaining, leaving Lipon with a final opportunity to make memories he will never forget. “Overall, it’s just a huge honour being on the team and every player here knows that they have to check their ego at the door and play the minutes they are given,” Lipon said. “Everyone is buying in. It’s a pretty special group and I’m glad to be a part of it.”

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SPORTS

Rugby Raiders looking for players, coach

OPEN SOON

Aman Pannu (left) and Nermana Djelmo are given a tour of No Limits Fitness by part owners Maria and Darren Maywood on Wednesday, Jan. 2. There is still work to be done inside the 20,000-square-foot North Shore facility, but memberships are already on sale and the gym is expected to open this month. Dave Eagles/KTW

Blazers to entertain T-Birds on Mark Recchi Way The Seattle Thunderbirds are in town to play the Kamloops Blazers on Friday, Jan. 4, at Interior Savings Centre.

Puck-drop is slated for 7 p.m. Kamloops squared off with Don Hayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Giants in Vancouver on Wednesday, Jan. 2.

Log on to kamloopsthisweek.com for a game summary. Colin Smith scored in overtime to give the Blazers a 4-3 win over

The Kamloops Rugby Club Raiders are looking for new blood. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and junior teams start training for the second half of the B.C. Rugby Union season next week in the Thompson Rivers University gymnasium. Practice gets underway at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, and Wednesday, Jan. 9. Members of the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of directors are also searching for a junior boys coach. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are offering a part-time position with a two- or threeyear plan,â&#x20AC;? a club press release said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This includes the KRC looking after

your certification. This would be a paid position.â&#x20AC;? Call menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first-

division coach Trevor Johnston at 250-5741466 to inquire about the job.

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Brad Gunter had 15 kills in the McDonald’s Invitational final on Sunday, Dec. 30, at the Tournament Capital Centre, but it was not enough to push the TRU WolfPack to victory. The UBC Thunderbirds beat TRU in four sets to claim the championship title. The Pepperdine University Wave of California swept Dalhousie of Halifax to win the bronze medal. The WolfPack men’s and women’s volleyball teams resume Canada West play in Saskatoon on Jan. 11. Read KTW on Tuesday, Jan. 8, for a story on the Pack’s Danish volleyball pipeline. The second half of the Canada West basketball season kicks off this weekend. The WolfPack’s hard-court squads are hosting the UBC Okanagan Heat of Kelowna at the TCC on Saturday, Jan. 5. The women tip off at 5 p.m., with the men to follow at 8 p.m. Allen Douglas/KTW

The start of a healthy 2013

OR YEARS, I made resolutions that all related to the

scale. Since it’s so easy for me to gain a few pounds during holidays, I find myself tempted again, but I will resist. January is just another month in a cycle of enjoying a few treats and getting back on track with clean eating and exercise. If I put too much emphasis on January as a time for resolutions, it becomes too tempting to persevere until February and give it up. I do like looking at January as a clean slate and a new challenge, though. It’s the time when I plan my goals for the year and what I’ll need to do to train for them. After a few weeks of indulgence, I look forward to getting back into a training routine and cleaning the chocolate and shortbread out of my cupboards. The most important part of getting back into a routine, though, is starting small.

SHAWN WENGER Fitness For MORTALS Often, frustration with the few extra pounds leads to an allor-nothing approach, creating excessive muscle soreness and potential injury, followed by the classic throwing your hands up in disgust. I know I can’t undo all the damage in one month, just like I can’t expect to train for a marathon in a few weeks. Fitness is long term. It has ups and downs. I have survived the winter holiday season, but temptation will come again . . . Valentine’s Day, Easter, summer vacation and Thanksgiving, for example. January isn’t the

only ‘start-over’ month. Plus, I’m never really starting over. I’m living and experiencing and enjoying life as it ebbs and flows. It would be easy to be negative about falling off the wagon. I could brow-beat myself for a few too many treats, but the reality is I enjoyed every minute, so why feel bad about it now? Instead, I’m looking toward my first few goals in 2013. The Dirty Feet Snowshoe run at Stake Lake on Feb. 3 is first on the slate. On Feb. 10, my family will be riding in the inaugural Kamloops Indoor GranFondo and Family Festival at the Tournament Capital Centre. Since the indoor bike trainer isn’t necessarily my favourite mode of training, this event will provide some motivation to lure me into riding in my living room. The event includes a six-, four- or two-hour ride, with the option

of riding less if you choose. Log on to www. kamloopsgranfondo.ca for registration information and spend the first Family Day raising money for MS. Catharine Pendrel will be there to finish the ride with everyone and speak at the postevent social. Whatever your plans for 2013, may health and wellness be a big piece of the puzzle. Finding balance between work, family, fitness and down time while eating well, hydrating and getting enough sleep can be a complicated combination. As I look back at last year’s many adventures, I can’t wait to see what this year will produce. Shawn Wenger is a BCRPA-registered personal trainer and weight-training and group-fitness instructor. She runs Fitness For Mortals. E-mail fitnessformortals@gmail.com for information.

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2012.2013 Season Bruce Dunn Music Director

Herricanes come away with silver The Kamloops Herricanes placed second in the female tier 1 atom division at the Langley Angels on Ice tournament, which wrapped up on Saturday, Dec. 29. Kamloops lost 4-3 in the final to Langley, with Carsen Moffett (2G), Cassidy Stasiuk (1G) and Camryn Filimek (2A) recording points in a losing cause. Rebekah Schmutz backstopped the Herricanes, who posted three wins and one tie in round-robin play.

Coyotes in Vernon The Kamloops

TOURNAMENT CAPITAL SPORTS

(1A) recorded points for the Coyotes in the fifth-place deciding matchup.

Crushers victorious Coyotes placed fifth in the novice orange division at a Vernon tournament, which wrapped up on Sunday, Dec. 30. Kamloops claimed fifth with a 7-4 win over the Kelowna Blue Storm. Levi Toye (1G), Mathew Ward (3G), Manny Recchi (1G), Samuel Ward (1G, 1A), Colton Meikle (1G), Tyler Trudeau (1A) and Zach Clark

The Timbits Crushers got by the Timbits Rockets 11-8 in a novice orange exhibition game on Friday, Dec. 28, at Memorial Arena. The game was tied 6-6 after the second period. The Crushers broke it open with a five-goal third. Zakery Anderson scored six times to lead the Crushers, with Grady Egeland col-

lecting three goals and Ty Turner and Owen Cupello getting one apiece. Max Smith, Nate Van Unen and Matteo Rawlings scored two times each to lead the Rockets. Ryan Watson and David Browning each tallied once and Jake Poulsen set up two markers. Jake Bradley was in net for the Crushers, while Ryan Larsen was between the pipes for the Rockets. For More Sports Briefs

The Magic of Vienna January 12 & 13, 2013 Saturday 7:30 pm and Sunday 2:00 pm Sagebrush Theatre Suppé Nicolai Lumbye J. Strauss Jr.

Morning, Noon and Night in Vienna The Merry Wives of Windsor Overture Champagne Galop Waltzes: Wine, Women and Song; Viennese Sweets; Morning Journals Polkas: On the Hunt; One Heart, One Mind; In Krapfen’s Woods; Perpetuum Mobile