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Then there were two: Grube out as arts-centre site By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER

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It was over before it even began. Though the city announced earlier this month it would consider the Henry Grube Education Centre as a site for a new performing-arts venue, the lone North Shore venue up for consideration is now out of the running. Mayor Peter Milobar said the city got word this week from School District 73, which owns the Grube Centre, that it’s not interested in selling the property. “They just say it’s a heavily used centre for them and they have no interest at this time,” he said. Without the Grube centre in the mix, the city will focus on two downtown sites:

Hotel 540 on Victoria Street and the former Kamloops Daily News property on Seymour Street. The city plans to hire a consultant later this year to determine which would be the best fit for the centre. Milobar said the city was sincere in its desire to consider the Grube property, but had considered it a “long shot” for a number of reasons, including its location on a flood plain and its relative isolation from restaurants and shopping areas. While the city was approached by Hotel 540’s owners about building a performance space on their property, Milobar said no similar offers have come up on the North Shore. Ironically, the North Shore’s comparative wealth of parking spaces makes it a hard sell for the performing-arts centre.

“If you’re talking 1,200 to 1,500 seats, the reality is you’re going to need some form of on-site parking with it to go with on-street parking and the one way that numbers for parking structures start to work is when they have daytime usage as well as nighttime,” Milobar said. “There would be just basic logical hurdles to overcome with the North Shore location.” North Shore Business Improvement Association president Ed Ratuski was not available for comment, but in an interview late last week, he told KTW his organization feels a performing arts centre will benefit the North Shore, even if it’s not located there. “I think wherever it goes in the city, it’s going to be good for business, especially the entertainment industry all around,” he said.

Casino company set to host open houses Lake City Casino’s parent company has filed a rezoning application to permit a move of its Victoria Street operation to the former Rona building on 1555 Versatile Dr. between Aberdeen and Pineview Valley. As part of the bid to move the casino to Versatile from the downtown core, Gateway Casinos and Entertainment is hosting two days of public-information meetings next week at the proposed location, at Hugh Allan and Versatile drives. The open houses will run on Monday, May 12, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and on Tuesday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Gateway’s current Lake City Casino in Hotel 540 is a 14,000-square-foot facility. The company purchased the 6.5-acre site from Rona and wants to create a destination casino covering 50,000 square feet. The proposed venue, which would be called Cascades Casino, would cost $34 million and would include more restaurants, new gambling options and an outdoor amphitheatre with more than 500 seats. Among the restaurants would be Gateway’s signature pub, Match Eatery and Public House, that it is rolling out across the province this year. The company estimates its expanded operation will create more than 110 new jobs, mainly in its food-and-beverage operations. While Gateway has purchased the property, it still needs to go through a rezoning process and gain city approval as the only parcel of land in Kamloops now approved for casino use is the current Lake City Casino spot in Hotel 540. If and when the casino leaves the downtown core, Hotel 540 plans to build a performing-arts centre in its wake.

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12th Annual Kids of Steel Triathlon ~ June 22 Triathlon consists of three activities: swimming, cycling, and running. The sport connects the three activities with a transition area. The Kids of Steel event is a great opportunity to introduce triathlon to those who haven't tried it. It's designed to be FUN, and every participant is a winner! Come out on Sunday, June 22 to the Brock Recreation Centre!

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Important information: - Entry fee: $25 (includes t-shirt, medal, pizza, and ice cream). - Training wheels and lifejackets are permitted. - Race details will be available online at www.trytri.org or email koskamloops@gmail.com. - To register: 250-828-3500 or www.kamloops.ca/ezreg. - Registration deadline: June 6, 2014. - Many volunteers are needed to run this fantastic event. A minimum of one volunteer per family is required. Email koskamloops@gmail.com to volunteer.

Council Calendar Regular Council Meeting May 13, 1:30pm Public Hearing May 13, 7:00pm Heritage Commission May 14, 5:30pm Kamloops Museum KAMPLAN Advisory Committee May 15, 3:00pm DES Boardroom Tranquille Road Beautification/ Enforcement & Gateway Task Force May 20, 6:00pm Council Boardroom, City Hall Social Planning Council May 21, 5:00pm DES Boardroom Regular City Council meetings are broadcast on Shaw Cable as follows: Thurs and Sat at 11 am and Sun at 7 pm. Council meetings can also be viewed online at: kamloops.ca/webcast. Meeting schedule is available at kamloops.ca/council

Contract Positions Fax: 250-828-3619 See the full job description at kamloops.ca/contracts.

Notes 2015 & 2016 Permissive Tax Exemptions Applications will be accepted from non-profit organizations and churches for permissive property tax exemption for the years 2015 and 2016. Organizations and churches that own and occupy their property and meet the requirements stated in the Community Charter and Council Policy may qualify for a tax exemption. Application packages are available at the Revenue Division at City Hall: 7 West Victoria St, and on the City’s website at kamloops.ca/propertytax under the “Property Tax” section. Completed applications for exemption must be received in the Revenue Division no later than May 31, 2014 for Non Profit Organizations and Jun 15, 2014 for Churches .

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Mission Flats Park Closure Mission Flats Park will be closed to the public from May 5 - 23. This closure is to accommodate the construction of a new sewer forcemain which crosses the access to the parking lot. Once the new forcemain pipe is installed the parking lot access will be opened.

plan for future repairs. The work will take place on Thursday evenings and Saturday days until early May, which will result in temporary lane closures on those days.

Drop-In Table Tennis Westsyde Elementary School Mon: April 28 - July 7, 12:30 - 2:30 pm Thurs: April 17 - June 26, 7 -9 pm $30 multi-sport punch cards can be purchased at TCC, Westsdye Pool or the Museum (buy 10 get one free). For more information please call 250-828-3500.

Notice to Motorists Road Closure ~ 1st Ave/ Lansdowne St / Lorne Street The City will be doing construction until July 15, 2014 at the intersection of Victoria St/1st Ave and Lansdowne/ Lorne St.

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The construction will affect normal operations of the intersections in all directions and will be in effect 24 hours a day until the completion of the work. Motorists should expect delays when driving in the area.

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Road Closure ~ Overlander Drive There will be road closure on Overlander Dr between Westsyde Rd and Bank Rd to accommodate for road re-construction from May 1 – July, 2014. The closure will affect normal operations of traffic and will be in effect 24 hours a day until the completion of the work. Motorists should expect delays when driving in the area. Please use caution when driving in the vicinity and obey all traffic control personnel, signs and devices. The City of Kamloops appreciates the cooperation of all motorists. Bridge Washing Residents are advised that seasonal bridge washing will take place May 10, 11 and 24.

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HOPE TO BLAST OFF By Dale Bass

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Students at three elementary schools are working on final details in the hope their project will be chosen to be blasted into space. Paul Hembling, principal at Bert Edwards science and technology school, is chairman of a committee that chose the three classes from 18 that wanted their projects to be on a shuttle heading to the International Space Station, possibly later this year. The Kamloops Thompson school district was chosen to take part in the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP), part of the National Centre for Earth and Space Science Education based in Washington, D.C. It’s just the second time a Canadian school district has been accepted into the program. Students had to create experiments astronauts can do that relate to microgravity atmosphere in the station. The projects must fit into a shoebox-sized container and meet strict safety requirements — they can’t involve any chemicals that would react with the atmosphere in the station, for example. The three projects chosen to go to the final-selection stage are: • The Grade 6/7 class at McGowan Park elementary, headed by teacher Sharmane Baerg, has a project that investigates crystal growth in the microgravity atmosphere of the station. • The Grade 5/6 class at Kay Bingham elementary, headed by teacher Susan Hallett, has a project on how liquids of different densities separate in microgravity, compared to on Earth, • The Grade 5 class at Bert Edwards science and technology school, headed by teacher Steve Bloom, has a project on how acids from foods might affect

tooth enamel in orbit under microgravity conditions, compared to the same process on Earth. Hembling said because the committee of five principals would have a conflict-of-interest if their school entered, the projects were stripped of any identifying information. At his school, he said, when a student came up to excitedly talk about the project, Hembling had to close his ears. “I just said I can’t hear about it,” he said. “Lalalalala, you know. You can’t tell me about it.” The three Kamloops projects were sent to SSEP, which responded with additional questions and issues. That feedback went to the teachers, who are now working on them to meet the May 12 deadline. It means a lot of work for everyone involved, Hembling said, with a constant flow of back-and-forth questions and answers from classroom to SSEP — but, he said, it’s all worth it in the end. “How cool will it be for that class chosen to send their project into space?” Hembling said. Running alongside the project was a design contest to create a mission patch to be sent to the space station. All schools in the Kamloops-Thompson district were asked to submit three-inch-square designs and two were chosen, one each from Lloyd George and Pacific Way elementary schools. There’s a cost involved. The district has to raise $25,000 to help cover the cost to send the project skyward. Hembling said the goal hasn’t been reached yet and donations are still welcome. Anyone who wants to contribute can reach him at the school at 250-376-2205. Hembling has proposals out and has asked Kamloops MLAs Terry Lake and Todd Stone if the government can help as the other Canadian project chosen a couple of years ago from a Manitoba school received $10,000 for its provincial government.

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JASMYN ICETON: “It would be really cool because it would be a really cool story to refer to later.”

STRAN SMITH: “We’d know if we need dentists up in space to determine if we can send up candy without teeth being hurt.”

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Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s military mission in Afghanistan. Craig Thomson, president of Royal Canadian Legion in Kamloops, said invitations have gone out to Rocky Mountain Rangers, RCMP and others for the open house social, which will run from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 15 to 20 Rocky Mountain Rangers who served in Afghanistan,â&#x20AC;? Thomson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are others in the city no longer

$50K for study Sun Peaks is getting $50,000 from the provincial government to study the viability of an expanded health-care centre. The money, announced by Health Minister Terry Lake, will be used for planning a permanent facility to replace the temporary centre, established in 2002 in a modular building. Sun Peaks Mayor Al Raine said continued growth of the community has made an improved health-care centre essential. From 2012 to 2013, the ski patrol and first responders dealt with 2,000 patients. The Sun Peaks Health Association has raised $500,000, an amount the municipality will match in the campaign to collect $1.5 million for the expanded facility.

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in the military, not associated with Rocky Mountain Rangers, who are Afghanistan vets.â&#x20AC;? Some Mounties from the city also went to Afghanistan during the conflict to train local police forces. Family members are also invited. Rocky Mountain Rangers Capt. Conor Malloy said the unit will be observing two minutes of silence at

the armoury at 10:30 a.m. Thomson said Sen, Nancy Greene-Raine is expected to attend the event in Kamloops, while MP Cathy McLeod attends the national day in Ottawa. The Kamloops Legion held an informal luncheon event in 2009 to honour Afghan veterans. Thomson said the national day is important due to its designation.

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The take on Trudeau’s pro-choice edict By Cam Fortems STAFF REPORTER

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Federal Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau’s edict that new candidates must be prochoice will have little impact on nominations in the local riding, predicted the party’s KamloopsThompson-Cariboo president. Trudeau said this week that opponents of abortion will not be allowed to run under the party’s banner. Exceptions will only be made for current MPs. Local Liberal president Tyler Carpentier said the party is searching for candidates and some are undergoing screening by the party. “I don’t see it as an issue with the people we’ve chatted with and those who have approached us,” he said. Carpentier noted the edict follows party policy and members are expected to support it. “It’s a position of the party. “It shouldn’t really surprise

anyone. It’s not an opportunity for a politician to decide what a woman can do with her body.” The abortion question has most pained the Conservatives, home to a number of anti-abortion advocates. Thompson Rivers University political scientist Derek Cook said Prime Minister Stephen Harper has not let the issue be considered by government, allowing only some privatemembers bills from his caucus. “It’s divisive and I don’t think it will come to a vote in Parliament anytime soon,” Cook said. Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo Conservative MP Cathy McLeod has long described herself as pro-choice. She said the ban by the Liberals shows the party is manipulating its nominations. “It flies the face of open nomination processes… “Ours has committed to an open nomination process and people in the riding decide.”

McLeod added many Canadians have strong views on the issue. “And I don’t think they should be prevented from being an MP,” she said. New Democrat Michael Crawford, who has run for the party numerous times, predicted the decree will cause tension within the Liberals because some current MPs don’t share Trudeau’s views. “We’ve been clear from the beginning when people apply to be candidates . . . you have to indicate you agree with the positions of the party,” Crawford said. “Our party is, of course, prochoice.” Trudeau said there will be exceptions for current MPs. Cook said party discipline on key matters is a feature of the parliamentary system. “Here we have a significant personal, moral and political issue,” he said. “I think Justin Trudeau is trying to balance the approach.”

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Xeriscaping in Kamloops Xeriscape means “water conservation through creative landscaping”. Landscapes suited to our semi-arid climate conserve water and have an advantage over pest problems. Apply these seven principles to any garden style to achieve a healthy, high quality landscape: 1. Planning and design: Group plants according to their water use. Slope hard surfaces to drain to planted areas. Avoid steep slopes – create terraces instead. Use groundcovers on gentle slopes. 2. Good soils: Organic matter is an excellent soil amendment. It improves moisture holding capacity in sandy soils and helps to loosen clay soils. 3. Appropriate plant selection: Drought tolerant plants thrive here. There are many beautiful trees, shrubs and flowers with low water needs. 4. Practical turf areas: Replace unused lawns with other plants. Use hard-surfacing for play courts, patios, and walkways. 5. Water wisely: Water deeply, but infrequently to encourage deep rooting and drought-tolerance. 6. Mulch: Apply a layer of organic matter to: protect roots from elements, enrich soil, and control weeds.

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Notice is hereby given that Council will consider issuance of Development Variance Permit 1-14 on TUESDAY, May 20, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the COUNCIL CHAMBERS, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, to vary the provisions of Zoning Bylaw 675, R3 Zone, Section 10.2.5 maximum floor area of accessory buildings, from the required 35m2 (376 sq ft) to 35.67m2 (384 sq ft) for the construction of a 16’ x 24’ garage on the property legally described as Lot 32, District Lot 1666, Plan KAP21019, P.I.D. 004-619-633, 4 Agate Drive.

Visit the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden at McArthur Island or the Harrington Road Booster Station at 790 Harrington Road for inspiration, or attend our Creating a Kamloops Xeriscape workshop (#223341) on May 14, 2014. To register call 250-828-3500 or visit www.kamloops.ca/ezreg.

A copy of the proposed Development Variance Permit is available for inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from May 8, 2014 to May 20, 2014 inclusive, at the District Office, #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, B.C.

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An ode to mothers as the special day approaches Oh mommy, oh mother, I owe life to you, You grew me, you birthed me, you leant me a boob. I cried and I screamed and I never would sleep, I’m sure there were curse words: Blip, blap and the other bleep. Oh mommy, oh mother, you were young yourself, Juice bottles at bedtime rotted my mouth. But it was OK, they were just baby ones, Plus the Tooth Fairy came and it all seemed like fun. Oh mommy, oh mother, the fun that we’d do, The coolest of parents, and dad, he was, too. You took us out camping and showed us the ropes, I’d be like you one day, at least in my hopes. Oh mommy, oh mother, you passed me the ball, I was destined for soccer before I could crawl. We played on a team, 10 years of that game, You retired this year and it’s just not the same. Oh mommy, oh mother, you watched as I grew, You laced them and showed me to tie my own shoes. You spent more time curling my hair than your own, I’m sorry for yanking them out with a groan. Oh mommy, oh mother, I loved hanging with you, I even played hooky, pretending the flu. But on the sick days, you were there by my side, And the days there were bullies,

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with you I’d confide. Oh mommy, oh mother, those days rolled along, I soon knew it all, even if I was wrong. I turned a bit cheeky, even a brat, But you loved me the same, I was certain of that. Oh mommy, oh mother, another bagged lunch? I wanted a soda and not that fruit punch. My friends all had money for pop and French fries, But, of course, your choices turned out to be wise. Oh mommy, oh mother, you gave my first job, It wasn’t my favourite, but I sure learned a lot. I learned how to talk to him, her and that dude, Then I bought my own French fries because now I could choose. Oh mommy, oh mother, you knew what came next, Boyfriends and back with no cellphone to text. I snuck out of the house and caused you to worry, Those teenage years — eek! — I am eternally sorry. Oh mommy, oh mother, I tried pushing away,

We fought and you watched as I made my mistakes. I deserved that lone time that you swore right at me, You cried and I cried, but it needed to be. Oh mommy, oh mother, you knew what was right, He hurt my young heart and my shirt was too tight. You supported me while I followed my dreams, Time after time, when they weren’t what they seemed. Oh mommy, oh mother, you worked more than you should. You did it with dad, built the home where we stood. You worked night and day just to make the ends meet, On late nights, you surprised us with some kind of treat. Oh mommy, oh mother, you gave us the world, I didn’t know it back then, as that little girl. But I see it so clearly as I sit here today, You were there all along and you showed me the way. Oh mommy, oh mother, you challenged this kid, You taught me to care about all that I did. You value your family above all of the rest, Of mommies and mothers, mine is the best. Oh mommy, oh mother, I owe life to you, I’m all grown-up now and know all that you do. Thank you for the good and the bad in the end, I’m proud to now call you both mom and my friend. jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

Could it be that Victoria is listening? Apathy in the political process has reached an all-time high in recent years, with the perception elected representatives are not really listening to public concerns. But, there is evidence the provincial government is heeding public feedback. An all-party committee of MLAs has unanimously supported a proposal from Finance Minister Mike de Jong that, henceforth, all B.C. politicians will publish their expense receipts online. The proposal, clearly a response to the flap over legislature Speaker Linda Reid’s expenses — including nearly $5,500 in business-class air travel for her spouse, since repaid — elicited a few grumbles from NDP MLAs over the work involved. But, it seems MLAs overall agreed with de Jong’s assessment steps need to be taken to restore public trust after recent unreasonable-expense abuses in B.C. Meanwhile, Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick has apparently taken note of written feedback from B.C. residents in amending the proposed Bill 24, which would make changes to the province’s Agricultural Land Reserve. The contentious two-zone provision remains, dividing ALR land into one area (Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Okanagan) where farmland would be protected from non-agricultural development and another (essentially the rest of B.C., including Kamloops) where farmers might have options to invite in value-added industries that could include oil-and-gas development. The amended legislation has received guarded endorsement from the B.C. Agriculture Council, although NDP agriculture critic Nicholas Simons said Bill 24 is still probably the worst piece of legislation he has seen. The actual impact of both of these provincial policies remains to be seen, of course. Politicians generally are past-masters in the art of simulated action and manipulating public opinion through carefully stage-managed response. But, the B.C. Liberals have everything to gain and nothing to lose by demonstrating a greater level of responsiveness to public opinion, rather than the predictable chorus of partisan support.

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Re: Story: City’s $200,000 means heritage train will hit tracks again:

“We wish the Kamloops Heritage Rail much good fortune in the future. “It is of course our hope that the train is not derailed in the future. “One can certainly assure the board of directors that international students love the train and what it stands for. “Too bad the route wasn’t a little longer.” — posted by Lawrence Beaton

Re: Column: The Tattle of Hastings: Shut up about the Kamloops weather

“Try getting up at 4 a.m. and delivering the KTW to grateful customer . . . rain or shine, snow or blow. The papers are delivered. “I don’t complain because, yes indeed, it’s May.” — posted by Davey Dunbar

Re: Story: David’s Tea on way to Aberdeen Mall in Kamloops

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From pedestrian to drivers: Would Ajax happen in Kelowna? Put down your cellphones

Editor: An open letter to all drivers in Kamloops: I am a pedestrian, and I am asking you — for all pedestrians — to please watch for us and our pets. We are not as fast as your car, our bodies are fragile and we are not as big as your car. If you hit us, not only will you hurt us, but you could kill us. We are very worried about you hitting us. Please get off your cellphone while you drive. It is illegal to drive while you are using it, yet I see many, many of you driving while texting, talking, posting to Facebook. Don’t you realize it comes with a $150 fine? Most of you don’t pay attention as it is. I understand that you’re busy, but so am I. Please watch for me. I wear very bright safety

gear when I am out walking both day and night, and yet you still don’t see me. I was almost squished last night while walking with my honey and our dog. “Why?” You ask. Well, it’s because a driver was too busy trying to avoid stopping at a stop light and just drove into the Target parking lot by Subway in Sahali. Despite the fact we were yelling at him, he was so busy talking on his phone he almost killed our dog. He didn’t even look at us, let alone stop. So, in conclusion, get off your cellphones and be aware of your surroundings. Let’s see if we can end this year without another pedestrian death due to driver inattention.

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Respect when you collect

Editor: Bottle collectors should be giving us the respect we need and deserve. We reside downtown Kamloops and we have befriended some of the collectors, others not so much. We have given our left over bottles to the collectors that frequent our back alley road. Upon talking to these people, we have learned that one of them collects bottles to give back to people in need. It is powerful to hear stories like those. The one thing we really do not like, however, is having people enter our personal space to look for excess bottles and/or things around our property’s yard and windows. It seems like this is an ongoing problem all over town upon talking to a few close friends of mine who have the same problem with collectors entering locked gates and fences. The invasion is not nice when these collectors want more than the free bottles we are willing to give them. We will, of course, keep handing out bottles to the people who are willing to talk to us and give us the respect everyone should get when bottle collecting at and around peoples living areas. Brianna Munro Kamloops

Editor: The recent KGHM/Ajax infomercials have superseded their glossy PR mail out brochures extolling the virtues of an open pit mine in our city, but they continue to be absent truth and fact. The truth is Ajax would be an open pit mining operation the closest to a major city anywhere in the world. The 20 open-pit mining proposals currently seeking approval from the B.C. Environmental Assessment Agency would be an average of 100 kilometre-distance from a population centre, and none is as large as Kamloops. The Agency is not transparent, acting without public input and their record shows that they have approved every submission except .5 per cent. The people of Kamloops demand a Federal Panel Review [public hearing] just as in the case of the Prosperity Mine and the Ontario Marathon mine now underway. Anything less is lack of procedural fairness and open to legal challenge. The parent company KGHM Polska Miedz S.A. is based in Poland. It has consistently been ranked as “the absolute worst” of the 300 polluters in Europe by the Environmental Investment Organization[2011.9]. They would act no differently in Kamloops. The promised jobs — only one per cent of the present workforce — in a City with a low unemployment rate of six per cent will be poached from other mining/heavy equipment operations and supplemented by foreign workers living in Atco trailers as occurs today at other mine sites. The net job gain for Kamloops workers could be zero. The facts are that the old Afton Mine, after ceasing operations 17 years ago, has not been reclaimed and is a continuing source of toxic heavy metal air pollution with no government environment or mines ministry oversite and the Kamloops electoral districts have had sitting

MLAs as Environment and Mines ministers, Lake and Kreuger respectively. The tailings sit in a destroyed lake swept by prevailing winds. It is a historical fact in Canada that as a mining operation closes out, it takes on the status of an abandoned orphaned mine at which point cleanup — if ever done at all — is at taxpayers expense. The Giant Mine in Yellowknife left behind 237,000 tonnes of Arsenic Trioxide that will take billions to remedy. The medical literature estimates 21,000 premature deaths attributable to air pollution in Canada each year — nine times the MVA death rate [CMAJ 2013]. The greatest air polluters already operate near Kamloops. The 2012 National Pollutant Release Inventory [Environment Canada] shows in all of B.C., Highland Valley Copper is No. 1, followed by New Gold-New Afton and Domtar Inc. seventh. And, together they produce 4,506 tonnes of 2.5 micron toxins [PM 2.5] equalling the total of 17 other monitored industries in B.C. and remain at the top for Canada wide polluters. Trail is 189 tonnes, or 4 per cent, of Kamloops PM 2.5 and Sudbury and Timmins don’t even make the list. The Kamloops data [2012] show Brocklehurst has the worst air quality — where tournaments are played — followed by downtown. Kamloops air frequently exceeds WHO guidelines for Air Quality Health Index which advises against strenuous exercise and will make a Tournament Capital ethically and legally unsustainable if you add contributing Ajax air pollution. Can someone ensure that the fence-sitters on city council and the provincial MLAs receive this memo? The Ajax conversation would not even be taking place in Kelowna. Dennis Karpiak, MD Kamloops

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Hugs were exchanged in the gallery at Kamloops city hall this week as councillors voted to move ahead with a bylaw that will give RCMP and bylaw officers more leverage against owners of nuisance properties. North Shore residents Joanne Forde and Angela Rigby told council their street has been beset by drug dealers for nearly a decade, due to landlords who are unwilling to deal with problem tenants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The yelling and fighting wake us from a sound sleep, wondering if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to hear gunshots. So, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rest, you never get a full nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep,â&#x20AC;? Forde said on Tuesday, May 6. Though neighbours called the police, Forde said RCMP officers sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spoken to have been â&#x20AC;&#x153;frustratedâ&#x20AC;? by what help they can offer â&#x20AC;&#x201D; putting together criminal cases, which can take years before an arrest is made â&#x20AC;&#x153;The last tenants that moved in, the RCMP were showing up at 10:30 every night to see that he was in bed every night, and I would run out and talk to the officers and let them know he was busier than Shoppers Drug Mart during the day,â&#x20AC;? Rigby said. Both women want the city to

adopt a bylaw similar to that used in the City of Nanaimo, where a committee of city, RCMP, provincial and social authorities identify problem homes that are disturbing the neighbourhood and leading to a high number of nuisance calls to police and emergency services. City community-safety manager Jon Wilson said the city first tries to work with property owners to fix problems or, if necessary, evict problem tenants. If that fails, Nanaimo city council may dub a home a nuisance property, at which point the city will charge for any further nuisance emergency calls. Kamloops was already investigating such a bylaw before Rigby and Fordeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tuesday delegation, but director of corporate services and community safety David Duckworth said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to take some time to put a similar bylaw in place here. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to make sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an effective bylaw and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got the resources â&#x20AC;&#x201D; RCMP resources, fire resources, bylaw resources â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to make sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effective,â&#x20AC;? he said, adding there will likely be new costs for the city attached to bringing in the bylaw. A report will likely be back in front of council in three to four months.

Stranger-danger probe by police Kamloops Mounties are hoping tips from the public will help them track down someone believed to have offered a ride to two kids outside a Brocklehurst elementary school this week. On Wednesday, May 7, police received a report of a man approaching two sixyear-old boys near Parkcrest elementary and offering them a ride. The boys did not get into the suspectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle, which is described as a blue

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City mulls slight change to garbage-pickup schedule By Andrea Klassen STAFF REPORTER

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The City of Kamloops may look at changing how frequently garbage trucks hit the streets, but don’t expect to see a 10-day pickup system any time soon. The 10-day garbage cycle is a perennial costsaving suggestion at the city’s budget consultations, but staff in the public-works department say the system could end up costing more money. Glen Farrow, streets and environmental services manager, said the city would likely end up spending $260,000 helping residents upsize their garbage carts, redrafting all the city’s garbage routes and pickup zones and fielding calls from the public about the new schedule. “This would be a great challenge for our community, all these change-outs,” Farrow said. “Over the last few years with our cost structure, a lot of people have downsized and, with this, we’d be back to where we were before.” A biweekly pickup doesn’t help much, either, Farrow said, noting residents would be even more likely to overfill their carts. However, the city thinks it might be able to shave about $100,000 off its roughly $4-million solid-waste budget by having garbage trucks run four days a week for 10 hours a day rather than eight-hour shifts five days per week. Under a four-day system, the city would be able to schedule a consistent garbage day for residents that wouldn’t fluctuate because of statutory holidays, but the current five pickup zones for garbage would need to be redrawn. Farrow said that could lead to “mass confusion,” noting the city once spent months helping residents on a single street deal with the move from one zone to another. However, because garbage trucks could make more than one trip to the dump in a day on the 4-10 schedule, Farrow said the city could save money and potentially eliminate the need to run one of its trucks. That was enough to convince Coun. Tina Lange.

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“It’s not going to be a huge savings, but I think the taxpayer would look at any savings as good savings,” she said. “You say there would be mass confusion as we switched the zones, but I think it would be a very short mass confusion.” Other councillors also liked the savings — and the possibility of giving residents a consistent pickup day. However, staff don’t want to switch to the new system immediately because the city is in the middle of devising a plan to collect organic waste at the curb. Farrow said the main issue a consultant is tackling is where to take the waste, which would also include biosolids from the water-treatment plant. City CAO David Trawin wants to see what, if any, effect Multi-Material B.C.’s (MMBC) plans to subsidize curb-side recycling across the province will have on the city’s budget and collection fleet. MMBC has the city on a wait list to receive recycling subsidies as part of a provincial extended producer responsibility initiative for producers of paper products and packaging. It’s not clear when MMBC will start paying money to Kamloops.

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Herman said all money raised stays in the Tournament Capital with the Kamloops YMCA/ YWCA. “It is really the largest fundraiser that the Y undertakes,” he said. “It’s a major amount of money for them and they budget for it every year.” The proceeds from the lottery vary from year to year, said Darcy Harris, the Y’s funds development and communications director. Traditionally, Harris said. between $120,000 and $160,000 is raised. Just as the total changes annually, what the money is spent on depends on what is needed each year. For the most part, it’s used to subsidize Y programs — almost all of which run at a loss.

Other times, it’s used for small purchases. “Well, small for us,” Harris said. “We used it one year to buy a bus to transport kids to our camps.” Proceeds can also be used for the basics of running a facility like the Y — paying the bills that keep the doors open, the lights on and the temperature appropriate for the season. “It really helps us keep our prices low enough for people to be able to keep coming,” Harris said. Tickets are $100 each and will be sold until July 2, with the draw slated to take place on July 8 on the 5 p.m. newscast on CFJC. For more information about the lottery and where to buy tickets, go online to ydreamhome. org.

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The B.C. Liberal government is proceeding with legislation to divide B.C. into two agricultural zones — with the Interior in a lesser-protected Zone 2 — despite opposition of industry groups. The province this week introduced changes to a new bill on the Agricultural Land Commission Act it says addresses concerns about its two-zone plan. Those include language reinforcing the primary purpose of the ALR is to protect farmland and encourage farming. Important or locally controversial decisions could also be kicked upstairs to the agricultural land commission’s executive committee. That call to move it to a higher level can be made by regional panels or by the commission’s director.

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The ministry said examples could include major land or infrastructure considerations or new types of applications that have not been heard before. Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick told reporters in a conference call the amendments are the result of discussions with agricultural groups and hundreds of letters from citizens. “B.C. is a large and diverse province with different agricultural practices and pressures,” he said. Zone 1 — Fraser Valley, Okanagan and Southern Vancouver Island — will be untouched by changes. In Zone 2, the commission will have more criteria to consider development on farmland. But Letnick failed to name any agricultural group in B.C. that is asking for the two-zone system. It is opposed by both the B.C. Agriculture Council — the voice of farmer’s in this province — as well as B.C. Grasslands

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Conservation Council. “It’s the view of government that two zones best reflect differences in the province,” he said. The agriculture council said in a statement it “remains firmly opposed to two zones.” Local rancher Agnes Jackson, who heads the Grasslands Conservation Council of B.C., said the changes may address some concerns but the group remains firmly opposed to the two-zone system. “It puts a lot of power in regional boards. Certainly forestry is provincial, all of the acts,” she said. “Why not grasslands? “There should be no difference between grasslands and forestry. “There’s one standard for the forestry land base.” Letnick said there will be opportunity for smaller changes to be made after discussion with agricultural groups through new regulations that will accompany the two-zone legislation.

The event on Wednesday, May 14, at the Alumni Theatre in the Old Main Building on campus is open to anyone interested in health and wellness. Proceeds will go to the school of nursing student award. Cost is $10 at the door, but preregistration is required by email to alumni@tru.ca. For more information, go online to tru.ca/alumni/events.

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Extradition fate decided today By Tim Petruk

U.S. prosecutors allege Colin Martin ran a sophisticated smuggling ring that saw millions of dollars worth of drugs, guns and cash cross the border. A decision on a U.S. extradition request is expected today (May 9) in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops. Dave Eagles/KTW

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A Shuswap man alleged by American authorities to have been the kingpin of an international drug-smuggling ring will find out his fate tomorrow (May 9). Arguments in Colin Martin’s extradition hearing wrapped up on Thursday, May 8, in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops. U.S. prosecutors allege Martin, who lives in Malakwa, ran a sophisticated, large-scale smuggling ring that saw millions of dollars worth of marijuana, cocaine, MDMA and firearms transported by helicopter between B.C. and remote locations in northern Idaho and Washington state. Court heard Martin would hire people in B.C. to load the helicopters with as much as $5-million worth of marijuana or MDMA, then pay pilots to fly the choppers to pre-determined locations across the U.S.-Canada border. The haul of B.C. bud or pills would allegedly be unloaded by a ground crew in the U.S., and cocaine, firearms and money would be loaded into the helicopter for transport back to Canada. According to federal Crown prosecutor Andrew Majawa, Martin’s crews made approxi-

mately three cross-border trips every two weeks. The smuggling operation is linked to the February 2009 death of Samuel Lindsay-Brown. The 24-year-old Nelson native was piloting one of the choppers linked to the smuggling ring and was arrested after landing with 400 pounds of marijuana in Washington state. He later hanged himself in a Spokane jail cell. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency investigation into the operation resulted in multiple arrests on both sides of the border. According to U.S. court documents, Martin offered in 2009 to make a deal with the DEA that would see him roll on other smugglers in exchange for the opportunity to continue his traf-

ficking business unimpeded for 10 years. Authorities did not accept his offer. In March, Martin pleaded guilty in a Salmon Arm courtroom to unrelated charges of production of a controlled substance and possession for the purpose of trafficking dating back to 2010. He is due back in court on May 29 to set a date for sentencing. In 2006, Martin was sentenced to serve two-and-a-half years behind bars after being convicted of Canadian charges stemming from another crossborder drug-smuggling ring. American prosecutors have charged Martin with conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute. They want him to stand trial in Seattle and it’s up to B.C. Supreme Court Justice William Ehrcke whether he’ll be turned over to American authorities. If Ehrcke agrees to extradite Martin, who is out of custody, he would be arrested immediately.

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Tax incentives to build rental properties in downtown Kamloops could be on the way out. At a workshop Tuesday, May 6, city council indicated it is willing to scrap a clause in its city centre revitalization tax exemption bylaw that requires developers of residential properties to commit to 50 per cent rental units. But, whether council will do away with a rental requirement entirely remains to be seen. Planner Brianne Smith said the rental requirement, which was added to the bylaw in 2009, has received a frosty reception from the city’s developers. In the five years since it was added to the bylaw, no residential projects meeting the criteria have been built downtown, though several hotels (including the Sandman Signature on Lorne Street) have successfully applied for the tax break. Under the bylaw, downtown developers can get a 10-year property-tax break on new hotels

or motels, public parking structures or residential properties that meet the 50 per cent rental threshold. Renovations of $100,000 or more can also qualify for the break, though only the improvement is tax-free for the period. A similar bylaw exists on the North Shore, though developers can qualify for smaller tax exemptions if their project does not fully meet the city’s criteria. Coun. Tina Lange wants to see the need for rentals taken out entirely so developers will have more incentive to build residential properties downtown. “By us saying, ‘Oh, you’ve got to have some rental,’ we’re not going to get the development that they want downtown,” she said. Lange said residential projects downtown will likely end up with some rentals anyway, either because owners rent privately or because developers run into situations like Library Square on the North Shore, where units don’t sell as quickly as they would like. “We don’t have to dictate that, nor should we, because we don’t have to direct the market,” Lange said.

However, other councillors said there’s value in encouraging some rental construction downtown. Coun. Donovan Cavers said he would be willing to lower the threshold to 25 or 30 per cent rental units, but he doesn’t want it scrapped outright. Coun. Ken Christian agreed, saying the downtown benefits from keeping university students and other renters in the city centre. “I agree we want to have population based in our downtown core, but I don’t think we should restrict that to people who can afford to own properties,” he said. Former gas stations and other brownfield sites are also likely to get in on the tax-exempt action. Council has asked staff to look at adding criteria to promote development of those sites to the tax-exemption bylaws on both sides of the river. By the time the tax breaks on all properties currently receiving or in line for an exemption expire, the city will have foregone $8.2 million in tax revenue, according to planning department estimates.

CO receives Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medal A Kamloops man is one of 11 conservation officers to be honoured with the Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medal, which was awarded on Friday, May 2, by Lieut.-Gov. Judith Guichon. As peace officers, conservation officers with 20 years of outstanding service may receive an exemplary-service medal. Kamloops-based conservation officer Kevin Van Damme was among those receiving the medal. An expert in predator attack investigations, Van Damme was a fisheries officer in Quesnel and has spent 22 years as a conservation officer in Surrey,

Clearwater and Kamloops. Van Damme has been married to wife Coleen for 22 years and the couple has three teenaged sons: Brock, Cole and Reid. An avid sports enthusiast, Van Damme enjoys hunting and fishing and has coached several teams in the B.C. Summer Games and provincial and Western Canadian championships. “The Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medal is a tangible way to honour dedicated conservation officers for their years of outstanding public service,” Guichon said.

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An announcement at the start of Mental Health Week from Stanford University shows evidence that brains of old mice were rejuvenated and recharged when injected with blood from young mice. If transferable to humans, this could slow down brain aging and provide a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Not only did mice with older brains show healthier brain cells, but they did better on memory tests than older mice that did not have the treatment.

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In terms of cancer risk, The World Health Organization (WHO) released their 2014 World Cancer Report from their International Agency for Research on Cancer and said that any amount of drinking increases risk for cancer, and the higher the

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If you are worried about the ravages of aging on your cognitive abilities, engage in aerobic sports and activities because a team in Spain has determined that aerobic exercise has a protective effect on a senior’s cognitive abilities. Only 15 minutes of continuous cycling on a stationary bike was enough to make the difference.

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According to a research group in Italy, supplements bought online to enhance the users’ sex lives contain ingredients that were linked to the induction of anxiety, panic, mood changes, hallucinations, and/or addictive behaviors. Most dietary supplements and vitamin compounds are not regulated for quality, potency or other properties and, as a result, several unwanted sideeffects and drug interactions are possible.

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An investigation into high school students in Arkansas revealed that teens who excessively tanned (40 times a year or more) may actually have a much higher risk for suicidal thoughts and actions. Although far from conclusive, the study found that many teens who used tanning salons to excess have more than twice the risk for depression and suicide. Investigators believe the risk is associated with some teens’ desire to be perfect in every way as far as their appearance is concerned. Obviously, our mental health is something we wish we could take for granted, but we really need to pay attention to it and make choose a course to better mental health. If you have thoughts or questions about mental health, write to us at Kamloops@cmha.bc.ca and follow us on Twitter @CMHAKamloops.

Early Monday May 5th at approximately 4:00 am and older model silver Ford extended cab pickup truck was seen leaving Kryczka Place, in the light industrial area, near Copperhead Dr on the West end of Kamloops. The truck was seen pulling a Rough Country car trailer. An orange mini 2013 Hitachi ZX35U with a bucket and a hydraulic thumb has gone missing from the same area. There is no doubt these two thefts are related and both occurred before sunrise. This is a busy area with a lot of people coming and going through the industrial area as well as the all night gas station nearby. Someone may have seen this trailer and excavator, being taken. If you have any information on this theft or know the whereabouts of this vehicle please contact Crime Stoppers, you will receive a cash reward upon the arrest of the suspect.

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TRAVELLING CRIMINALS In the past couple of weeks there have been a group of criminals travelling throughout the area. The towns of Barriere, Ashcroft as well as Kamloops have been the target of numerous break and enters that are very similar to each other. The good news is there have been two suspect vehicles have been seen in the

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This person was caught on video surveillance, back on Sunday March 23rd at 3:30 am at the Northills Mall smashing out a front glass window on the Interior Saving Insurance store. There was no attempt to gain entry into the building just straight senseless vandalism, that would have gone unnoticed except for the security camera.

The photo does not show this persons face, and earlier picture, the male is described as Caucasian, shaved head or balding, age between 25 and 30 years old, 5 foot 4 inches tall wearing black hoodie with a grey hood and black jeans. The male appears to be using a cell phone Texting someone no doubt, someone else know who and where

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want to take military responsibility for its defence. Moreover, the postSoviet governments in Kiev had been horrendously corrupt and incompetent, the country as a result is even poorer than it was in Soviet times — and the population in the eastern part of Ukraine is terrified of getting tangled up with the West because it inhabits

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Landing Lliam — Broncos wooing Wishart By Marty Hastings STAFF REPORTER

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LIAM WISHART has a big decision to make. “It’s going to come down to us and the Okanagan Sun,” said Dino Bernardo, president of the Kamloops Broncos, the River City’s B.C. Football Conference (BCFC) squad. Wishart, who will graduate this year from Valleyview secondary, is a highly touted prospect with professional-football aspirations. He’s widely regarded as one of the most-promising players to come out of Kamloops in the last five years. The 17-year-old plans to play for at least one season, likely two, in the BCFC before making the jump to the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) ranks. “I could stay here, live with my parents and save a lot of money,” said Wishart, who attended a preseason practice with the Broncos on Wednesday, May 7. “It would be a lot easier. Or, I could go to Kelowna, have to billet and it would be a little more money and I’d have to meet new guys. “But, it would be an eye-opener for me and it might help me grow up to go out of town and be a little more independent. “Both are good teams and both have good coaches. I’ll have to see what place is best for me when the time comes.” The former Viking starred in the quarterback position in high school, but he told KTW he wants to play receiver and Bronco brass agrees that’s likely where his future lies. If he came to Kamloops, Wishart would have the pick of the litter — he would walk on to the team and start in whichever position he chooses. That might not be the case with

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Both the Kamloops Broncos and Okanagan Sun are vying for the services of Valleyview secondary product Lliam Wishart, seen here knifing through the opposition’s defence for the Vikings in B.C. High School Football action. He will attend spring camps with both the Sun and Broncos before making his decision. KTW file photo

the Sun, an established program with a deep roster. “I don’t understand why they would want to go anywhere else,” said Olthuis, speaking generally about the 2014 Kamloops highschool graduates, 14 of them, who will attend Broncos’ spring camp, which starts today (May 9) at Hillside Stadium. “I know there’s a lot of history with winning [with the Sun], but we’re building and, hopefully, kids want to be a part of that.” The Broncos are doing everything in their power to land Wishart. “It’s our job to sell him on the fact that he needs to come here,” Bernardo said. “What we can offer more than any other team is that he can start right away and he’ll get playing time, which is going to help him develop.

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“If he wants to get to a higher level and play professional, then he needs to get the playing time and get the reps to keep moving forward.” Wishart knows how important it is to see the field, but that might not be the key factor in his final decision. “No one wants to sit on the bench, but what it comes down to is who’s going to coach me and who’s going to make me better through these next years, not necessarily playing time,” he said. Under head coach Shane Beatty, the Sun posted an 8-2 record in 2013 and advanced to the BCFC semifinals before losing to the Langley Rams. The Broncos appeared in their first-ever post-season game last year, losing 63-7 to the Vancouver Island Raiders. Kamloops was

2-7-1 on the season. KTW asked Wishart what worries him about playing for the Broncos. He chose not to answer. Bernardo is under no disillusions — “The Sun are a great draw,” he said. “They’re a winning program and Kelowna is a fun place to live.” But, the Broncos’ president believes his team has a lot to offer, including offensive co-ordinator Mike Faisthuber, who Bernardo said is among the best in the league. Wishart is 6-foot-2, 185 pounds and he runs 4.67 seconds in the 40-yard dash. He played seven games last season with the Vikings, amassing 652 yards on the ground and eight rushing touchdowns on 94 carries. He also completed 30 of 61 passes and threw two touchdowns. He is exactly the type of player the Broncos want to build

their program around. “Eventually, our goal is to get as many kids as we can from Kamloops playing here, so we don’t have to import kids from out of town,” Bernardo said. “These kids see us not winning and they don’t know if they want to stay here, but it’s a catch 22 because you need them to stay in order to build a winning program.” The 2014 Kamloops high-school graduates expected to join Wishart at Broncos’ spring camp are Blake Steptoe, Tristan Murray, Jordan Comeau, Alex Beckett, Morgan Motokado, Mason Harding, Kolten Sparling, Dustin Choma, Jared Poelzer, Gray Malcolm, Kyle Ludwig, Justin Lemieux and Dayton Schadlich, according to a list provided by GM Jan Antons. X See OLTHUIS A24

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“Having this many come this year kind of re-energizes the whole organization, with local players coming back and wanting to play for us,” Bernardo said. “We build this team from local kids and, for whatever reason, they have always kind of decided that once they’re done high school, they don’t want to play anymore.” It’s the most local products in team history to jump straight from the River City high-school ranks to the Broncos’ spring camp. “I think this is the first wave of kids that are coming through [Kamloops Community Football] for us,”

Connor Barrett of the peewee Kamloops Rattlers is chased by Noah Eccles of the North Shore Eagles at the Alan Price Memorial Lacrosse Tournament at Memorial Arena on Friday, May 2. The A1-level tournament, which featured some of the best peewee, bantam and midget players in B.C., wrapped up on Sunday, May 4. Kamloops’ peewee squad advanced to the semifinal and lost to Juan de Fuca, the bantam Kamloops team was unable to advance past the round-robin stage and the midget Rattlers were knocked out in the semifinal. Juan de Fuca, New Westminster and Coquitlam won the peewee, bantam and midget divisions, respectively. To learn more about the Rattlers, go online to kamloopsrattlers.com. Dave Eagles/KTW

Bernardo said, referring to the minor-football program established in 2008. “It shows the foresight that we had to start the program back in the day and the good work that they’ve done in building those kids up so that they keep playing football throughout their age groups.” Olthuis raved about what the Broncos have to offer local players. “If they want to go to CIS, we are the best place to be,” the head coach said, making note of Braden McCarthy and Tyler Lee, both Bronco graduates heading off to play university football in the fall. “We’re right at TRU. It’s a great school. It’s fairly easy to get into and all their credits are

transferable. They come here for two years, then head into their third year of university [at a CIS school] and they still have five years of football to play.” The Broncos would like to add to their allure by offering scholarships or bursaries through TRU. One source told KTW there have been talks between the two groups, but there doesn’t seem to be much headway being made. Eight of the 14 highschool graduates are from Valleyview secondary. Playing with longtime friends and teammates might be a draw for Wishart but, again, it will not be central in his decision-making process. “It would be weird

leaving Kamloops because I’ve gotten used to playing with my best friends, but I’ll make new friends and, in the end, I’ll do what’s best for me and not what’s best for my friends,” Wishart said. The earliest Wishart can sign with either team is June 1. His choice must be made by the opening day of the regular season, July 26. “This is a pretty big decision,” he said. “Whatever team I choose, I’ll be playing with for the next couple years and the next couple years are important in how I develop.” Bernardo and crew would love to see him blossom a Bronco, instead of under the Sun.

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Heat set course for Challenge Cup By Adam Williams STAFF REPORTER

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Each season the team is a little bit different, but the expectations remain the same — compete, win and contend for the Challenge Cup. That’s the message head coach Kelly Shantz had for the Kamloops Heat women’s soccer team, heading into its Pacific Coast Soccer League season opener at Hillside Stadium on Saturday, May 10, at 5 p.m. It’s a message he’s hoping will draw crowds in the River City. “I think we’re a fun team to watch,” Shantz said told KTW. “It’s entertaining stuff. “The skill level goes up every year, women’s soccer as a sport is getting so much better and these kids can really play. “Speed will be our game,” he continued. “We’re not going to be the big, rugged, grindit-out soccer team that I’ve had a couple of in the past.” The Heat women were certainly fun to watch in 2013, going 5-3-8 in the regular season and concluding the year in the Challenge Cup final against Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The Kamloops club lost that one, a 7-2 drubbing, but it was a semifinal matchup 24 hours earlier that the team was focusing on when they left Coquitlam

Bronwyn Crawford of the Kamloops Heat and a member of Okanagan FC compete in the air for the ball last summer in Pacific Coast Soccer League play at Hillside Stadium. The 2014 campaign kicks off this weekend. KTW file photo

that July day. It was a match for the ages, against the Peninsula Co-op Highlanders of Victoria, for the right to play the Whitecaps in Sunday’s final. The match was nothing, if not surprising. It ended 7-6 in penalty kicks, with eight of the match’s 12 markers coming in extra time — a his-

toric match, the likes of which won’t soon be seen again. “Win or lose . . . we’d still look back fondly,” Shantz said, recalling the match. “It was so much fun to be a part of. There was such a big crowd. Eight goals in overtime is completely unheard of. “Nobody has ever participated in any-

thing like that before and never will again.” Last season’s finale is a building block for the Heat, the former Thompson Rivers University WolfPack coach said. He expects his team to learn from its experience in the finals and improve this year. The 2013 season was the first to have a Kamloops club in the Challenge Cup final and Shantz isn’t satisfied. With his big ambitions, Shantz is fortunate to have largely the same squad at his disposal in 2014. The team’s core remains intact for its third season in PCSL’s premier division, including Alanna Bekkering, Blair MacKay, Brianna Powrie, Bronwyn Crawford, Heather Lloyd, Marlie Rittinger, Sarah Seebach and Taylor Shantz. Kamloops is one of six teams in the premier division, joining the Whitecaps and the Highlanders, along with TSS Academy, the Fraser Valley Action and the Mid Isle Highlanders. The Heat men are also set to kick off this weekend, facing the Coquitlam Metro Ford SC at noon on Sunday, May 11, at Hillside. Kamloops finished fourth in the conference after the regular season last year, winning eight, losing four and playing to a pair

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Robert Carson Hyndman July 13, 1944 ~ April 28th, 2014

Ron Cooper MAY 4TH, 2014

Cooper, Ron: survived by loving wife Doreen; daughter Lee; sons Cal (Cathie), Tod (Monica) and Wes (Pam). Grandchildren Brett (Andrea) and Alison (Nigel); Craig (Krystal), Curtis and Corey; Jenna and Jackson; Great grandchildren Makai and Paige. Also survived by Lynne, Mel (Carmela), Wayne (Christine), Gary, Betty, Lee (Marlene), Don (Betty), their families and very dear friends the Yates family. No service by request. The family thanks the doctors and nurses at the Royal Inland Hospital and the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House for their kindness and care. In lieu of flowers, please donate in memory of Ron to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House

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Carson passed away at his home in Kamloops. He was born in Arrow River, Manitoba. An auto mechanic by trade, he retired in 2013. Carson’s passion was in the woods… he loved fishing, hunting, quading and all nature had to offer. He was an avid motorcyclist …his pride and joy was his Harley Davidson bike. Carson is survived by his wife Sandra and son Robert D. Hyndman. He also leaves his sister Yvonne Taylor, niece Colleen and nephews Derrick, Dana, Andrew and Aron. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Celebration of Carson’s Life will be held on Thursday, May 15th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel. A reception will follow. Everyone is invited to attend. Should friends desire, donations to the Kamloops Fish and Game Association would be appreciated in his memory. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com.

John Warren Coray

Valerie was born in Novi Sad, the former Yugoslavia, and came to Kamloops in her teens where she eventually opened to successful businesses with Ava; Sisters Beauty Salon and the A&V Pastry and Schnitzel Haus. Known as a tierless worker, Valerie still made time to volunteer with Kamloops Minor Hockey and Kamloops Minor Baseball. She and her husband Hans also designed the Kamloops Minor Hockey pin which the city has used for decades. Valerie’s spirit and giving personality will surely be missed. The Kossan family would like to thank the amazing staff at The Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home for their loving care, and to Dr. Jill Calder. Valerie requested that there would be no service, so we thank all the friends who contacted us with their prayers and condolences.

Joyce Bailey, (nee Johnson), slipped away January 3, 2014 to join her husband, Lloyd, in heaven. She was eighty-nine. Joyce was born in Darlington, England to George and Lillian Johnson. She met and married Lloyd Bailey while he was stationed near Darlington with the RCAF during World War II. Joyce arrived in Montreal, Quebec via Halifax as a war bride. Joyce and Lloyd were married for sixty-nine years. As was typical of their generation Joyce was a stay at home mom; however, she was always active in the community, especially her church community. It seemed that whatever she joined Joyce became the chairperson – the alter guild and the ladies guild at church, and a Brownie Leader. Joyce and Lloyd hosted many social events in their home with food and dancing. Joyce and the family spent summer vacations at their cottage in upper New York State. Joyce and Lloyd moved from Montreal to Kamloops in 1984 to be near their children and grandchildren. Joyce is survived by her two children, Garth Bailey and Karen Sweetzir; grandchildren Ross Sweetzir, Janine Judge, Paul and Adam Sweetzir; Alexander and Matthew Bailey; and great-grandchildren Quinn and Colin Sweetzir, Holly and Errol Judge, and Natalie Sweetzir.

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A memorial service will be held in Kamloops on May 10th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Kamloops, B.C.

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April 13, 1942 ~ February 6, 2014 It is with great sadness that the family of Valerie Kossan announce her passing on Feb 6th, 2014 in Kamloops at the age of 71 with her family by her side, after a brave battle with ALS. Survived by her husband of 50 years, Hans, daughter Susie (Chris) Tilley, son Rob, and the joys of her life; her four grandchildren, Alyssa Aimee, Mikayla and Owen. Valerie is predeceased by her sister Ava.

Joyce Bailey

In loving memory of John Warren Coray, who sadly passed away peacefully on May 5th, 2014. He is predeceased by his mother and father Jack and Diane Coray, and his baby sister Aleyna Coray (aka. Puddles) and his five dogs (Dobi, Kayla, Tia, Shamus and Darby). Sadly he leaves his beloved wife, Linda Coray, his sons, Ryan Coray and his children Landon and Ryleigh Coray. Wade and Stephanie Coray, and their daughters Rheanna and Aleyna Coray. John Coray and his daughter Jennifer Coray. As well he leaves behind his brothers, Mark and Marielle Coray, Marguerite and Bill Parsons, Terry and Cobie Coray, and Dale and family. All of his nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

Gail was born in 1941 in LePas, Manitoba. She is predeceased by her parents Steve & Helen Tessovitch. Gail is survived by her loving husband Robert Harvey, Sister and Brother, 6 children, 10 grandchildren and countless friends and relatives. She loved to work in the travel industry. Gail lived life to the fullest always giving of herself and taking care of others. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gail’s memory may be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home in Kamloops, BC. Gail “planned” to raise money for a new patient bed at Hospice, with all of our help. We would like to express our appreciation and gratitude to all Gail’s Doctors: Dr. Loland and staff; to Dr. Proctor and staff on the 8th floor, and to all the staff and volunteers at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden hospice.

Warren will be missed by many and all. Dad was a great man, who left an impression on everyone he came in contact with. We will love you with all our hearts, FOREVER AND ALWAYS!! ♥ ♥

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Byron W. Horsley was born in Calgary, Alberta on April 16th, 1942 and he died May 6th, 2014, after a long battle with lung disease. He lived and worked in Calgary for some years and then moved to the Shuswap (Blind Bay) in about 1972. Bryon worked with his father for many years doing drywall and painting. After his parents died, he moved to Kamloops and lived here for many years. He taught building trades, the RBMW program for the Secwepemc Cultural Education Society and loved teaching his students. Bryon is survived by his son Sean W. Horsley, his wife Saowakon Horsley, and son Piya Horsley of Australia, as well as sister Judi J. Wind and her husband Gerrit of Texas, his nephew Jeff Wind and many other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Bryon’s Life will be held on Wednesday May 14th, 2014 at 2:00 pm in the Schoening Funeral Chapel in Kamloops, with Reverend Teri Meyer officiating. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.ca.

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FRIDAY, MAY 9 O COMEDY: THE COMIC STRIPPERS, a male stripper parody and improv comedy show, 19-plus show at Kamloops Convention Centre, 1250 Rogers Way, 8 p.m. Tickets are $32 and can be purchased from Kamloops Live Box Ofce, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or at kamloopslive.ca. O MUSIC: POPPA DAWG, live at the Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. O MUSIC: WESTSYDER PUB JAM, live music hosted by Jim Chocran and featuring Spencer’s Dirty Matadors. Bring your instrument, singing voice and fans, 3369 Westsyde Rd. O KAMLOOPS FRIENDS OF THE GERMAN LANGUAGE, monthly meeting, 500 McDonald Ave. New members and guests welcome. More info: 250-5799533. O BUSINESS: STARTUP COFFEE, Kamloops Innovation is hosting a business-startup session, 8 a.m. at Red Beard Roasters, 449 Tranquille Rd Rd. More info and RSVP at: kamloopsinnovation. ca/events. O THEATRE: CHAMBER MUSIC, Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd., 8 p.m. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased from Kamloops Live Box Ofce, 1025 Lorne St., 250-3745483 or online at kamloopslive.ca. O THEATRE: BEETHOVEN LIVES UPSTAIRS, Sagebrush Theatre, 1300 - Ninth Ave., 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $19.05 for adults and $7.62 for seniors and can be purchased from Kamloops Live Box Ofce, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or online at kamloopslive.ca. X See B3

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SATURDAY, MAY 10 O ART: THE GREAT GIFFONI MAGIC SHOW, experience surrealism like never before at the Kamloops Art Gallery, 101-465 Victoria St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. O COMEDY: THE COMIC STRIPPERS, a male stripper parody and improv comedy show, 19-plus show at Kamloops Convention Centre, 1250 Rogers Way, 8 p.m. Tickets are $32 and can be purchased from Kamloops Live Box Ofce, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or at kamloopslive.ca. O FAMILY: MINI COMIC-CON, features an appearance by two comic-book artists, art and a costume contest for prizes. Event at the Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 2 p.m. Open to teens ages 13 to 18. O MUSIC: SPENCER’S DIRTY MATADORS, live with Bobby Cleveland and River City Magic at the Dirty Jersey, 1200-Eighth St. O MUSIC: SABRINA WEEKS AND MIKE HILLIARD, live at Lake City Casino, 540 Victoria St. O MUSIC: ODE TO JOY, Kamloops Symphony Orchestra performs live as part of the Beethoven Festival, Sagebrush Theatre, 1300 Ninth Ave., 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. O MUSIC: JOHNNY COULL, singer-songwriter live at the Art We Are, 246 Victoria St., 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cover is $4. More info: johnnycoull. com or youtube.com/ johnnycoull. O SCIENCE: MOVING PICTURES, SIMPLE ANIMATION, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Create mini-movie using line drawings, then ip through to animate the images, Big Little Science Centre, 655 Holt St. O SCIENCE: EXPLORATION ROOM, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Big Little Science Centre, 655 Holt St.

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Salmon Arm celebrates shades of blues By Dale Bass

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For more than 20 years, that tiny lakeside community to the east of Kamloops has gone blue for one weekend in August. It’s a colour that comes in many hues — in the past, it’s been created by the likes of a then-teenaged Jimmy Bowskill and the acoustic roots of Babe Gurr. In 2009, it took on the colour of the edge-pushing Bedouin Soundclash and the multi-hued Horace X. In fact, check out any of the past acts at the annual musical gathering and you’ll learn there are more shades of blue in the world than could ever be put into a box of Crayolas. This year’s event, which runs from Aug. 15 to Aug. 17 at the community’s fairgrounds, continues the tradition, with a melange of music that includes traditional, contemporary, avantegarde and rocking blues. To date — and the list keeps growing — festival organizers have lined up Bellstop, Bill Durst, Black Joe Lewis, Chloe Albert, Coig, Doc MacLean, Genevieve Chadwick, Good for Grapes, J.R. Shore, Jr. Gone Wild, Leon Redbone, Little Miss Higgins, MonkeyJunk, Oh My Darling, Raging Fyah, Rolla Olak, Rose Cousins, Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar, Shad, Tanika Charles and the Wonderfuls, The Sheepdogs, The Souljazz Orchestra, the Stone Foxes, The Strumbellas and Tim Hus. There are also workshops including Every

Voice Can Tell a Story with Shakura S’Aida, Fatoumata Diawara and Rita Chiarelli; Don’t Prune My Roots with Harry Manx, Devon Coyote and Richard Person; and Beat Box Battle with Alfredo Caxaj, Felix Zenger and Butterscotch. That’s just a sampling of what will be offered during the three days. Kids are also covered off with a family fun-zone that features music and activities designed for the bluesfans-in-training — who, if they’re 12 or younger, are admitted free. There’s a Global Food Village with an array of dishes, an artisan’s market and as many other amenities as possible to create a musical comunity. There are a variety of prices and packages. For example, a three-day adult pass is available until May 30 for $148. The price increases to $170 after then until Aug. 8, when it goes up to $185. Three-day packages for teenagers for the same deadlines are $99, then $110 and then $120. Day passes go on sale after Friday, May 30, and also vary depending on the day and when they are bought. For more information, go online to roootsandblues.ca/tickets2.

Clockwise from top: Souljazz Orchestra, Black Joe Lewis, MonkeyJunk and Good For Grapes are among the many performers at this year’s Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT O THEATRE: CHAMBER MUSIC, Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd., 8 p.m. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased from Kamloops Live Box Ofď&#x192;&#x17E;ce, 1025 Lorne St., 250-3745483 or online at kamloopslive.ca.

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MONDAY MONDAY, MAY 12 O ART: DRINK AND DRAW, the Kamloops Art Gallery hosts a casual evening of art and drinks at the Noble Pig, 650 Victoria St. Drop in anytime from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. X See B5 To submit an item for Kamloops This Weekend, email jessica@ kamloopsthisweek.com.

Tailgate and theatre, Any Given Monday fodder for her philosophy thesis. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an ongoing debate about right and wrong and how to compromise. Because the play is set in a living room, the Stage House venue at 422 Tranquille Rd. will be set up with couches, chairs and coffee tables to create a stay-at-home-andwatch-the-NFL-on-TV atmosphere. There will be a barbecue-style tailgate party at the theatre before the openingnight performance on Friday, May 30. The play continues on Saturday, May 31, Sunday, June 8, and Monday, June 9. It is directed by Tammi Rose, produced by Jessie Thompas, with set and light design by Mynett and Lori Dewart handling the job of stage manager. Tickets are $18 and

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BC SPCA Kamloops Branch takes on the Prince George Branch in 2014 City Challenge this month. Throughout the month of May, the two SPCA branches will be holding community events to raise as much money as possible to fund programs for abused, neglected, homeless and injured animals. The winner of the City Challenge gets bragging rights, and of course, the satisfaction of knowing they have made a life-saving difference for animals in need.

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TUESDAY, MAY 14 O BOOK READING: ANN ERIKSSON AND GARY GEEDES, the writing duo will discuss their work and sign books at the Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 7 p.m. They will also be at Chapters, 1395 Hillside Dr., from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. signing books. O COURSE: INTRODUCTION TO WEB PAGE CREATION, free session about the basics of creating and hosting a web page at the Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. More info: tnrdlib.ca.

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THURSDAY, MAY 15 O ART: ART BATTLE, inspired by the current exhibition, Unreal, people of all ages will come in costume and paint blind-folded for a chance to win a show at the gallery. Kamloops Art Gallery, 101-465 Victoria St., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Extras needed for Night at the Museum 3 By Jessica Wallace STAFF REPORTER jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

The Hollywood franchise Night at the Museum is filming a major scene from the third instalment in the Kamloops area next week. Thompson-Nicola film commissioner Vicci Weller said the U.S. feature film will bring money into the local economy between hiring local contractors to build sets, hiring local crew and staying in the area. “Probably more than $250,000,” Weller said. “Crew and casting crew will mostly be

staying in Kamloops.” The movie has been filmed throughout the province and in the United Kingdom and will come to the Cache Creek and Kamloops area for a major scene. The franchise plot is centred around a museum security guard who discovers exhibits that come to life at night. Directed by Shawn Levy, the movie features an all-star cast including Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Ricky Gervais, Rebel Wilson, Ben Kingsley and Owen Wilson. “I haven’t seen the script, so I don’t know who is in the scene,” Weller said. “It’s any

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT O EXHIBIT: A STORIED LAND, a closer look at the cultural landscape of the Interior Salish peoples. Tour from 4:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Opening reception is from 4:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. The exhibition will be featured until Aug. 30 and the Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. RSVP for the tour and reception at 250828-3576. O MUSIC: ROOFTOP COUNTRY MUSIC, Tucker (Sabrina Weeks and Mike Hilliard) will perform on the roof of the Kamloops Ramada Hotel, 555 West Columbia St. Music is from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. More information: facebook.com/kamloops. rooftop.sessions. O MUSIC: NORMAN FOOTE AND FRIENDS, featuring singers from Juniper Ridge Elementary School, Sagebrush Theatre, 1300 Ninth Ave., 7 p.m. Tickets are $17.50 for adults, $12.50 for seniors and $10.50 for students and are available through Kamloops Live box ofce, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca. O COURSE: EBOOKS, free session about nding and borrowing ebooks from the Library to Go service and transferring them to your device. Ereaders, software and places to obtain ebooks will also be covered, Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. More info: tnrdlib.ca.

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Let the battle begin

Gallery to host blind-folded art competition The Kamloops Art Gallery will become a battle zone on Thursday, May 15, courtesy of its exhibition Unreal. Studios at the gallery at 465 Victoria St. will be transformed into a battle field and local musician Ronan McGrath will perform while costumed contestants take part climbing onstage to battle each other in a painting contest — blindfolded. Participants will be judged on their costumes, on-stage performances and their ability to depict a subject chosen for them to paint in 60 seconds with their eyes hidden behind the blindfolds. The winner will be given a solo show in the BMO Open Gallery from now to June, 2015. No pre-registration — or even experience — is required. For more information, call the gallery at 250-377-2400.

River music magic

The Kamloops allages venue that gave Merritt’s River City Magic its name is long gone, but the band it inspired is headed back to the Tournament Capital with a new lineup featuring some local talent. Kamloops musicians Mallory Johnson and Sean Schneider have joined the fourpiece lineup on bass and drums, joining the sounds of founding members J.P. Lancaster and Maggie Ollek. The band mixes post-hardcore sounds of the 1990s with inspiration from Canadian legend Neil Young and mid-century blues. River City Magic is at the Dirty Jersey, 1200 8 St., 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 10. Local acts Bobby Clealand and Spender’s Dirty Matadors round out the bill.

Blues at the Plaza

The Interior Blues Association of B.C. will host its final concert until the fall on Saturday, May 24, at

ENTERTAINMENT the Plaza Hotel, 405 Victoria St., with the Arsen Shomakhov Trio. Shomakhov, a Russian-born singer and guitarist, moved to Vancouver in 2008, when he also formed the trio. The year before, he was announced by the Sonny Boy Blues Society the best emerging artist of the year; in 2010, he was nominated for new artist of the year at the Maple Blues Awards. The doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are available by email to brant@ atcblues.ca or by calling Don York at 250-5727511, Tracy Barth at 250-574-8386 or Bob Thorpe at 250-3777502. Tickets are $20 for association members, $25 for non-members. For more information, go online to Facebook and search Interior Blues Association of British Columbia.

Rooftop melodies

Sweet sounds will continue from a rooftop on Columbia Street. Live music on top of the Kamloops Ramada Hotel, 555 West Columbia St., are country-music themed and begin at 7 p.m. every Thursday. Sabrina Weeks and Mike Hilliard as Tucker will be featured ned on Thursday, May 15. Sleepless Nights, consisting of Amanda and Doug Noel and John Clinch, will follow on Thursday, May 22. The final act in May will be Dodie Goldney and Friends on Thursday, May 29. Music plays until 10 p.m. and will continue each week into the summer.

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KSO inviting public to rehearsal There will be plenty of joy when the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra performs Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First and Ninth symphonies on Saturday, May 10. Classical-music aficionados will know the last movement of the Ninth Symphony uses parts of Friedrick Schillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ers poem Ode to Joy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and the music itself is immediately recognizable to many. The joy comes from the knowledge the concert will be performed to a full house as all tickets pre-sold. However, with that comes the reality more Kamloopsians wanted to attend than could be accommodated, so the KSO is opening its rehearsal that day to the public for a $10 admission ticket. KSO general manager Kathy Humphreys said people need to understand the musicians will be in regular street clothes and there will be stops and starts throughout because it is a rehearsal. It will also be slightly longer than the concert for that reason, clocking in at about 150 minutes, she said, including a break at some point. The performance

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available for the familyfriendly Beethoven Lives Upstairs, which has two performances today (May 9) at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a stage show that tells the tale of a young boy whose mother takes in an eccentric

boarder â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ludwig van Beethoven â&#x20AC;&#x201D; after the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father dies. While first aghast at the bizarre nature of the new tenant, the boy learns to appreciate him, his music and how he coped with his deafness.

It ends with the boy and mother attending the first performance of the Ode to Joy. Tickets are available at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca, or at the door.

ABOVE THE LAW: Vaccines, government subjecting your child to bad science. There has been a fair amount of mainstream media propaganda about how Christians are responsible for the spreading of measles, and anyone not vaccinating their children is ignorant scum of the earth. This view is manifested from the biased report that one child from a devoted Christian family contracted measles, but this is the exception; all other out breaks have been in regular vaccinated public, and in fact over half of the cases have been in people who have already had vaccinations. Self-evident msm is subrogated by government acting as gods, only its gods with the mentality of a ď&#x192;&#x17E;ve year old playing with a loaded gun in a room full of people. In todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day n age, there is no excuse for ignorance; simply google the topic and you will ď&#x192;&#x17E;nd the REAL truth. One of the ď&#x192;&#x17E;rst articles to come up is called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vaccines canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t prevent measles outbreakâ&#x20AC;?, which is an interview with the leading pro vaccine doctor in the world, Dr Gregory Poland who is the ď&#x192;&#x17E;rst to admit the truth; vaccines are not working. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not only is he among the harshest and most outspoken critics of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;irrationality of the antivaccinationists,â&#x20AC;? he is also one of the strongest proponents for vaccines and the good that they can do.â&#x20AC;? Though as a government funded doctor, he is biased against science that proves vaccines could well be the cause for the huge spike in autism and other neurological diseases, but do you really need a PhD to ď&#x192;&#x17E;gure out subjecting a baby to toxic poisons will lead to things like autism and AHD? Dr. Poland freely admits the vaccines are not working as he points out a study he wrote in his 2012 paper, listing the â&#x20AC;&#x153;surprising numbers of cases occurring in persons who previously received one or even two documented doses of measles-containing vaccine.â&#x20AC;? During the 1989-1991 U.S. outbreaks, 20% to 40% of those affected had received one to two doses. In a 2011 outbreak in Canada, â&#x20AC;&#x153;over 50% of the 98 individuals had received two doses of measles vaccine.â&#x20AC;? He is the ď&#x192;&#x17E;rst to admit that there are numerous outbreaks like polio measles and even plagues re-emerging due to viruses morphing into super bugs. He also points out that those vaccinated are among the ď&#x192;&#x17E;rst to be infected because their bodies have no natural immune defence. It is true that many people do not get their children vaccinated, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just people of faith who believe in letting God and natural law runs its course, but also many non religious people are doing their own research, keeping an open mind, are ď&#x192;&#x17E;nding much evidence that vaccines are dangerous for young childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s developing mind. Yes the science canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be denied that vaccines helped eradicate polio and other horrible diseases long ago, but today government medical gods act as if vaccines are the silver bullet, and therefore if one is good, then 30 or 40 must be great! Understand itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just the one measles vaccine, but the 30-40 vaccines a child is subjected to before they reach 18 that has people questioning government science. Common sense dictates that vaccines are useful, but how about holding off until the child is past 5, or 10, or even adult hood when the body if fully developed. More people die from the common cold than from the vaccinated diseases, ask yourselves why there are no outbreaks of disease in places like Russia who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t vaccinate at all. Before a child is 6 it has minimum of 10 vaccines, several of those vaccines are within the ď&#x192;&#x17E;rst year. Herein lies the problem; a child in its infancy is very delicate, and growing at an immense rate. Vaccines are made up of poison elements such as mercury, lead, and other harsh compounds and weird DNA. Vaccines are NOT tested properly, its more of a trial and error with children being the guiney pigs. All too often this is the case; self evident in the dramatic rise in autism, also thousands of prescription drugs once approved by government gods regulatory bodies, only to be removed from circulation after leaving a trail of victims. Understand that government â&#x20AC;&#x153;thinksâ&#x20AC;? it is god, and as god, they are accountable to no one, merely testing products on animals, then release it to be tested on the public without any real tests being done on humans. Government has all sorts of false fabricated science that conveniently gives them legal immunity, to act ABOVE THE LAW. by Sovereign Brian-Arthur wwww.sovereignsolidarity.com

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How and why did you become involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters? I wanted to do something productive with my spare time and I get along with kids easily. A friend told me about the program and I was immediately interested in it. What do you enjoy about the Traditional Big Sisters Program? What I like most is knowing that I am making a positive difference in my Little’s life. I enjoy the program because my Little and I are able to make decisions regarding when we meet and for how long each week, and the activities we do together. I also enjoy and appreciate the support I have from the Big Brothers Big Sisters team. How often do you see your Little and what do you do? I see my Little every Monday for 2-3 hours. Last summer she learned how to ride her bike and now that the snow has melted her favourite thing to do is ride around the park. When we aren’t biking, we are painting each other’s nails, making dinner or dessert together, playing video games, or using our imaginations to create a new game. How is this relationship fitting into your life? I am a full time TRU student, and working part time on the weekends. The relationship between my Little and I easily fits into my life. There have been a few times when we had to cancel or reschedule for the week, though we are usually consistent. Spending time with my Little is like spending time with any other friend and it is easy to make time to see her once a week. Who would you recommend this program to? I would recommend this program to anyone willing to spare a few hours a week to build a friendship with a child and to help empower a Little Brother or Sister to realize their own potential and strengths. How has your Little benefitted from the program? My Little has benefitted from the Big Sister Program by building a healthy relationship structured by trust and consistency. My Little’s suggestions for activities are always considered and she has learned how to compromise. My Little has been introduced to new activities and experiences. Why do you think that someone should volunteer in this program? I think someone should volunteer in this program because the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters is powerful and significant to youth and their families and it’s a great organization to be part of. Being a Big Sister is rewarding and fun, to say the least, and I know I am making a difference in the life of my Little.

Costumes, capes and comics Pull out your cape and practise your magical powers. The ThompsonNicola Regional District library system is hosting an event worthy of the Justice League. Comic-Con is coming back to the TNRD library tomorrow (Saturday May 10), beginning at 2 p.m. This is the second year the event has locallized in the Tournament Capital It is open to teenagers ages 13 to 18 and mimics the large-scale

comic-book convention that bega in San Diego in the 1970s. It won’t draw in the 100,000-plus people the larger event does, but it has lured some big names in the industry. The local event will feature special appearances from manga artist Nina Matsumoto and John Delaney of Bongo Comics, who will be judges for the event’s art contest. Matsumoto is a Japanese-Canadian comic book artist and writer, also known as

Space Coyote. Delaney is an artist known for his contributions to The Justice League Adventures, Superman vs. Lobo, Futurama Comics and Simpsons Comics. A prize for top art workwork will be supplied by High Octane Comics. There will also be a fan favourite selected. For more information, email Susan McCowan, head of children’s services, at smccowan@tnrd.ca or call 250-372-5145.

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Michelle Simpson remembers the day she walked through the door at Perryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Recording Studio. She was 22 and had dreamed of the moment since she was in her teens. Now, more than two decades later, the pair continue their musical collaboration, with Doug Perry helping Simpson with her songwriting and moving forward in her career. Perry â&#x20AC;&#x201D; engineer, producer and musician â&#x20AC;&#x201D; helped Simpson focus and discard her earlier scattered approach. She said he tells her: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about finding the dream.â&#x20AC;? That dream is going on the road soon as Simpson joins HMP Recording and Developementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spring tour, one that includes a Kamloops gig at the Dirty Jersey on Saturday, June 7. Joining Simpson will be Jacqui Brown and rock band JFR. The North Shorevenue is like a second home for Simpson, who hosts a karaoke night there every Wednesday. She does one monthly at McCracken Station Pub and hopes to get back to Baileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub with karaoke, since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where she started with it. While Perry has been a major influence, Simpson said she would â&#x20AC;&#x153;never have done the things in my life Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done if it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for my mom. Singing was always a part of our lives and my mom was always a big facet in our world.â&#x20AC;? Her mom â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a four-

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Part of being signed for the tour is producing another CD, one Simpsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been working on with Perry. Her first one, On the Road Again, was a bluesy album released in 2005. She said sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got seven tracks down with three more to be recorded in Perryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s studio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We step into that room,â&#x20AC;? she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just beautiful.â&#x20AC;?

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

What does a House Want? Author to read from book of poetry, sign books The free event will also include a booksigning session after the readings and discussion. Those interested in attending should reserve a spot by calling the library at 250372-5145. Space is limited.

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Making memories in Maui By James Ross

SPECIAL TO KTW travelwriterstales.com

“WHY NOT JUST SIT DOWN?” I thought it was a reasonable question, but it created quite a stir. The other people taking the lesson with me stopped and stared. I was attempting to master stand-up paddle boarding — a dad trying to keep up with his active children in Maui — but no sooner had I uttered my inane remark then my board slid forward from underneath me. I landed hard on my back with an exhalation of air and then slowly rolled into the ocean. My sympathetic family cheered me on. I pulled myself from the water, raised my body unsteadily, smiled meekly at the instructor and then fell forward toward the bow of the board, tumbling once more into the salty surf, with my mouth half open in a subdued screech. I surfaced, sputtering and coughing. “Whenever you’re ready,” said the petite instructress sarcastically. I clambered apprehensively to a standing position and tried in vain to maintain my balance. She was showing the group the proper paddling technique, while I wobbled back and forth creating my own waves. I attempted a paddle stroke, missed the ocean altogether, fell sideways and, in doing so, sent my board bouncing across the surface of the aqua waters like a flat

skipping stone. It sliced the feet out from under the instructor, sending her and her fancy Lycra paddling suit into the sea. My lesson was over. While I sat on the beach in shame, my family grabbed the big boards and joined in. In no time at all, my well-balanced wife and our four keiki had mastered this new sport, paddling out on the distant swells and back in with relative ease. They spun the boards around their paddles and were soon trying to ride the breaking waves near shore. Maui is known for its laid-back island culture — for the romance and relaxation Hawaii’s second-largest island offered, my wife and I had made it our honeymoon destination exactly 20 years ago. We had enjoyed sunset strolls, sandy beaches and evening luaus. We had ventured up Haleakala for sunrise and had driven the road to Hana, stopping often on route to swim in jungle pools. Now, for whatever reason, we had thought it prudent to return with our four children. The relaxing vacation was no more — sunset strolls and picturesque drives were boring. Maui was a place for activity and fun. Our days were filled with jungle treks, snorkelling, scuba diving, horseriding, sailing, ziplining, surfing and wave riding.

Horse-riding:

Sitting on a horse is

much easier than standing on a surf board. Since the late 1800s, horseback-riding paniolo have been wrangling cattle in Maui’s wideopen upland fields. I somewhat redeem myself on a family horseback-riding excursion at the Piiholo Ranch in Makawao. I don’t fall off my steed and stay dry while enjoying sweeping views down to the sea.

Ziplining:

I don’t know why I do this to myself. I guess it’s just family pressure, but here I am hanging from a cable in a nylon harness zipping along at 60 km/hour, some 300 metres above a lush tropical canyon at Piiholo Ranch. I win all races on the side-by-side line — it must be the extra weight.

Rainforest hike:

This sounded romantic, a rainforest trek into some picturesque waterfalls, until my family had me jumping off 10-metre cliffs into jungle pools.

Outrigger canoeing

I’m dating myself, but I did annoy my kids when I kept breaking into the old HawaiiFive-O-theme music as we paddled our eightman outrigger canoe in on the swells. It is a fun and traditional Hawaiian activity and free to do. Book it, Danno!

Scuba diving:

My wife and I are licensed divers but, during an exciting sailing

trip aboard the luxurious Alii Nui, the whole family gets to dive to 30 feet, swimming with a flock of sea turtles. Then, we finally are ready to relax in the

sunshine, aboard the 65-foot custom-built catamaran. My family has decided that visiting Maui should become a family tradition.

Memories are built around its island culture, legendary sunsets and tropical storms, as well as its actionpacked beaches and water sports; including

surfing and the new rage — stand-up paddle boarding. Travel Writers’ Tales is a newspaper syndicate. To check out more, visit travelwriterstales.com.

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COMMUNITY MENTORSHIP MOMENTS Thompson Rivers University law students met former former Ontario premier, Bob Rae recently at the third annual Canadian Bar Association B.C. Branch Aboriginal Lawyers Forum Retreat in Osoyoos. Jacob Archie, Debra Febril, Murray Sholty and Miranda Schmold attended Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort and Spa for the event that connects aboriginal law students with aboriginal lawyers. It is intended to be an opportunity for lawyers and law students to connect and establish mentorships, an important part of the legal community where retention of Aboriginal lawyers and law students is an ongoing problem. The lawyers and law students also discussed many of the legal, social and economic issues facing Aboriginal peoples today, particularly oil and gas developments and their impacts on the many First Nations communities throughout the province. Febril, Sholty and Schmold will graduate on June 14, as part of TRU’s first graduating law class.

CAREERS

THE TRADES CAN OFFER REWARDING PATH Jamie McMillan is an ironworker who started her career on a whim. Now, however, she says her calling has proven to be far more rewarding than she could ever have anticipated. “I look at a tall building or drive across a bridge and know that I helped make that happen with my own two hands,” she points out. With over a decade of experience in what has been a male-dominated profession, when Jamie is not using her skills for various projects, she is busy talking with youth, many of whom are female, about the abundance of opportunities with a career in the skilled trades. Here, she answers some of the most common questions, particularly how her skills have paid off:

Q: What initially interested you in joining the trades? A: “I’ve always enjoyed working with my hands and the accomplishment you feel from physical labour. I didn’t know much about the trade when I first learned of the career opportunity, but I knew that I wanted to do something where I could do the heavy lifting and be involved in the actual foundation of a project.” Q: Can you describe the training and certification involved? A: “I began my ironworker apprenticeship, which involved 6,000 hours of practical work and three, seven-week terms of school in 2002. “After this initial training, you write the certificates of qualification through

the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities in Ontario as each province has its own body that governs trades assessment and certification. “To further specialize, I got my welding ticket through the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) and participated in additional training. “This has allowed me to work on structurally integral parts of buildings with career advancement along the way.” Q: Why are welding standards important? A: “From the car you drive to the chair you sit in, from the building you work in to the fridge in your home, welding is all around us and impacts many facets of our lives. “A good weld is the

glue that holds it all together. You’re fusing metal and a weld that holds everything in place determines the structural integrity of any given project. “CWB is the regulator of welding professionals and companies throughout Canada and works to ensure each project involving welding is completed and overseen by certified and accredited professionals to provide public safety.”

Q: What are the opportunities for women in welding? A: “It is an exciting time to be working in skilled trades. “With the advances in technology, plus the accompanying mechanical advantages, we’re working smarter, not harder, and there is opportunity for women and men to specialize in areas that previously didn’t exist. “With a skills shortage in Canada and projects underway from

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coast to coast, welders are in high demand and are well compensated for their work. “To match industry demand, CWB’s certification programs have expanded beyond the welding of steel to offer programs for aluminum

welding, resistance welding, welding electrodes and welding inspectors, among others. “The CWB website (cwbgroup.org) is a great resource for very useful information on the career.” newscanada.com

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Memories & Milestones Happy 5th Birthday Carter Today is a very special day I wonder why?

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Rearrange the letters in the word to spell something pertaining to Kamloops geography.

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Full Service Auto Centre 4 Bays, 3 Hoists, Showroom. Lots Of Parking Tools, Equipment and Inventory Included. Next To Robo Car Wash CALL PAUL 250319-6976

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Inside Sales Representative We are currently seeking an exceptional and motivated Sales Representative to grow new business by representing our excellent portfolio of products and services. To be successful, you must: Enjoy dealing with people over the phone Have excellent communication skills Have prior experience in phone sales Want to earn a steady income and work in a rewarding environment that places no limits on your earning potential Be a motivated and enthusiastic individual Be a fast learner and an assertive self-starter. What we offer: Professional level base salary + monthly commissions + bonuses Health benefits, share purchase plan, and profit sharing Career growth potential with an established international company To explore this opportunity please send resume and a cover letter with a subject line “Sales Executive” to careers@visualstatement.com

Lake City Casinos is a subsidiary of Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd. and operates four casinos in the Thompson Okanagan. Kamloops Casino is currently hiring on call employees for the positions of dealers. All positions must be able to obtain/maintain GPEB security certification (regulatory requirement). Previous cash handling experience and customer service experience is an asset.

PAID TRAINING PROVIDED. Please apply online at gatewaycasinos.com. Click: Careers - Career Opportunities

School District No. 73

(Kamloops/Thompson) WiFi/Video Conferencing Technician

School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) is currently accepting applications for a WIFI/Video Conferencing Technician. The successful applicant must possess a 2 Year Post Secondary Diploma in Telecommunications or Computer Technology, supplemented by a minimum of 2 years supporting video conferencing systems, WAN point-to-point and LAN WIFI. Applicants must also possess a minimum Linux Certification LPI Level II or have a minimum of three years’ experience working with Unix-based systems (specifically Linux) on Wide Area Networks. Valid BC driver’s license is required.

School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) Carpenter and Electrician

School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) is currently accepting applications for both a Carpenter and an Electrician. The successful applicants must possess an InterProvincial Certificate in their field, supplemented by five years proven work experience after designation. Applicants must also possess a valid BC driver’s license.

For further information please visit the Employment section of the School District No. 73 website.

Applications should include, but are not limited to, the following information: • Work history • Indication of a valid driver’s license • Proof of Inter-Provincial Certification

If you have the above qualifications, please submit written applications by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2014 to:

Sharlene Bowers, Director of Human Resources School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) 1383 Ninth Avenue Kamloops BC V2C 3X7 E-mail to sbowers@sd73.bc.ca or fax: (250) 372-1183

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Employment

Help Wanted

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

Bottle Depot. Looking for a driver. Must be hard-working and reliable. Pls fax resume to 250-372-3738

Found: Black Prescription sunglasses (in case) on road outside Zimmer Wheaton. Call to identify (250) 578-7169

Career Opportunities

IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS

Career Opportunities

is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries. Vehicle is required. For more information please call the Circulation Department at

250-374-0462

Box 2200 Lillooet, BC VOK 1V Ph: (250) 256-4204 Fax: (250) 256-4056

Education/Trade Schools

Roles and Responsibilities

Help Wanted

Hiring Immediately Full Time Chef. Medical and dental available. Apply with resume to 551-11th Ave Kamloops. Scott’s Inn

FOOD, LIQUOR & APPLIANCE PRODUCT SAMPLERS

Education/Trade Schools

Licensed Security Guard F/T and P/T Must have valid BCDL. Must be able to work night shift and weekends. Email resume to pat@desert cityinc.com or fax 250-8280833

Operator School

START WEEKLY. YEAR ROUND. GET TRAINED.

IN ONLY 3-10 WEEKS!

Knowledge/Skills/abilities

Please Mail Resume: Confidential Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation Box 2200 Lillooet BC VOK Or Email: reception@tskwaylaxw.com Closing Date: May 14, 2014

NO SIMULATORS. NEVER SHARE MACHINES. See your Career or Employment Counsellor for Funding Info

OR CALL US AT: 1-866-399-3853 Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Experience: A minimum of three years documented experience with the responsibility of auditing, delivering, or providing professional advice on the successful delivery of at least three Aboriginal programs including the financial management of the programs. The experience is to be judged to be successful and relevant based on at least one reference from a previous client by the AANDC. A list of clients is to be provided by the potential RAA along with reference and contact information to assist to evaluate the experience.

Formal Education: Chartered Accountant, Certified General Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant designation. Aboriginal Financial Officers Association certification. —OR— Master’s (or Bachelor’s) degree in Business/Public Administration. —OR— A recognized degree/diploma in any discipline related to the administration of Band programs with a minimum of a one year certificate in financial management.

Insurance: A minimum of $100,000 of fidelity/professional liability insurance or the annual value of funding provided to the RAA to be managed out of a trust account, whichever is the greater. Proof of insurance is required.

Fees: • Rates are to be quoted on an hourly rate, with a rate for travel time. • A separate rate is to be set for bookkeeping and secretarial services versus services for managing the Management Action Plan. • The RAA must be able to spend a minimum of 8 hours/week with the client exclusive of travel time.

For more information, please visit www.bonaparteindianband.com/careers

Application Deadline: 4pm on May 12, 2014 Interested Applicants Please Direct Resumes to: Martin Gerstmar, Director of Operations: marting@bonaparteindianband.com | Ph: (250) 457-9624

Career Opportunities

Start your Health Care Career in less than a year! Study online or on campus Health Care Aide – 6 months

- Kamloops needs more Care Aides...ASAP!

Nursing Unit Clerk – 6 months

Bonaparte Indian Band OPPORTUNITY: Recipient-Appointed Advisor (RAA)

Employment

HAY FARM/RANCH: Caretaker wanted at Little Fort, BC. Duties include operating irrigation system, haying help, yard maintenance, etc. Some mechanical aptitude would be beneficial. Salary commensurate with experience, but we can train. Ideal for semi-retired farmer/rancher. Good housing available. Reply by email to: fschlueter@xplornet.ca or phone Frank at 250-456-2387 or 250-706-9005.

Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel. Outlook and Power Point as well as an aptitude for learning new computer software and office technologies • High school diploma, GED or equivalent, Office Administration Certificates preferred.

• Working effectively as part of a multi —disciplinary team • Working well under pressure and in a constantly changing environment. • Exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. In particular, strong, professional, accurate written communication skills, with the ability to proofread/edit Executives’ correspondence • Strong sense of professionalism and judgment on all matters. Highly trustworthy and tactful with confidential and sensitive information. Education/Experience • Ability to prioritize tasks at hand and to take • 2 + years experience as an Assistant to a initiative Conditions of Employment; CEO, CFO or upper level management, or • Valid driver’s License and reliable vehicle equivalent experience, preferably within First • Willing and able to travel as required Nations organization • Willing and able to work overtime and • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of weekends as require

Employment

Interior Heavy Equipment

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Executive Secretary Description: Executive Secretary reports to Administrator and provides clerical and administrative support to Chief & Council. This position requires a high degree of competency and initiative in carrying out administrative duties and accurate preparation of time-sensitive and confidential documents. • Supervise the taking and management of minutes, the distribution of agendas and relevant documents, and records management. • Prepare itinerary, and arrangements for travel and honorarium. • Responsible for coordinating, scheduling and organizing of all meetings on behalf of Ts’kw’aylaxw Chief & Council. • Receive incoming mail; review, evaluate, and distribute correspondence to appropriate council representative or staff person. • Maintain the filing and maintenance of project files and records; • Provide receptionist and general office duties services when necessary • Undertake special assignments as directed, including drafting presentations, research , and document preparation.

Employment

- Work in the heart of the hospital

Pharmacy Technician – 8 months

- The first CCAPP accredited program in BC

Medical Transcriptionist – 9 months

“All the people I work with are impressed by the knowledge I gained through this course. You guys are amazing!!” - Senja, July 2012 Grad

- Work online or in hospitals

Financial Aid available • PCTIA and CCAPP accredited

Thompson Career College

250-372-8211 or toll free 1-877-840-0888 or online at www.ThompsonCC.ca

School District No. 73

(Kamloops/Thompson) Certiﬁed Education Assistant - Intervenor School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) is currently accepting applications for:

Certified Education Assistant – Intervenor for the Deaf-Blind The successful applicant must possess a Grade 12 Diploma, supplemented by the completion of an Intervenor for Deaf-Blind Persons Program certificate. Intermediate to advanced signing is also required. Proven experience working with special needs children would be an asset. This position is responsible for creating a responsive and reactive environment for children whose deaf-blindness is congenital in nature. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate his/her ability to encourage and foster expressive communication and skill development. Written applications outlining experience and qualifications should be forwarded by no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2014, to:

Sharlene Bowers, Director of Human Resources School District No. 73 (Kamloops/Thompson) 1383 Ninth Avenue, Kamloops BC V2C 3X7 E-mail to sbowers@sd73.bc.ca or fax: (250) 372-1183

Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income? Try part-time work as a contract Food Demonstrator 4 - 8 days a month in Kamloops grocery, drug, and department stores. Job Description: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. Availability: contracts would consist of 2-3 days on Fri. Sat. and/or Sun. (must be able to work all 3 days) from 11-5 or 6. Requirements: • Fully ﬂuent in English • Able to stand 6-7 hr.day • Own a car to carry supplies • Be well groomed & bondable • Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores. • Have or would get a Food Safe certificate Pay starts at $11.00/hr. Training via DVD at no charge. Call JMP Marketing toll-free at 1-800-991-1989, local #30 JMP Marketing Services BC’s largest demo company since 1979 J&K Sushi restaurant at 1821 E. Trans Canada Hwy. Kamloops, BC, V2C 3Z7 is hiring 1 Japanese Sushi cook. Completion of secondary school & min.3yrs exp. $15/hr, max 40 hrs/week. Cook Japanese traditional & fusion sushi, oversee kitchen operation, train, & plan menus. Drop in resume or email jungonly@gmail.com OFA Level 3 Attendants and Security Guards. Must have valid drivers license with clean record. 12 hr. day and nightshifts. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and a valid BC Security License. Email resumes to: ralph@keldam.com. No Phone calls. We thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Part Time barber required drop off resumes to Mount Paul Barber Shop 704 Mount Paul Way Kamloops PINERIDGE GOLF COURSE Requires ft exp. cook. Wages tbn depending on experience. Interested applicants should apply by phone 250-573-4333 (ask for Adam) or by email at pineviewgolf@shaw.ca ROOM ATTENDANT Experienced preferred. Competitive wages. Apply in person (mornings). Fortune Motel, 654 Fortune Drive. “Vyajan” needs 1 cook F/T pos’n who can cook East & North Indian food.No formal education req’d 2 to 5 yrs experience & Hindi,English language an asset. Wages $15hr.Contact Vyanjan Fine Indian Cuisine Ltd 354 Seymour St Kamloops BC V2C 2G2 email: renu.sapkota@ hotmail.com

Medical/Dental Required Full Time Certified Dental Assistant. Mon-Thurs 8:30-4:30. Please fax resume to Dr. Dextraze 250-376-5367

Sales ADVERTISING Consultants: Our company is always looking for great sales representatives to add to our team. Our business requires a highly organized individual with ability to multi-task in a fun, fastpaced team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Excellent communication skills, valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are necessary. If you have a passion for the advertising business, are creative and thrive on challenges, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:khall@aberdeenpublishing.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

B18 v FRIDAY, May 9, 2014 Employment Trades, Technical Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.94 - $45.90, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Proficiency with electronic survey equipment and AutoCad 3D, plus a valid BC driver’s license a must. Submit resumes by May 30, 2014, 4:30 pm, to: Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, fax 250-632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca. Further information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca

Work Wanted CARPENTER/HANDYMAN. Renovations, additions, roofing, drywall, siding, painting. 250-374-2774.

Help Wanted

Employment

Services

Trades, Technical

Work Wanted

Plumbing

Misc. for Sale

HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774

Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping

Landscaping

Manufacturing & Repair Shop in Kamloops is looking for a full time Welder/Fabricator to start immediately. Seeking a motivated individual for a position to weld, fabricate, and build structural and miscellaneous steel according to specs and quality standards. The successful candidate will have experience in lay out as per blueprints, welding and cutting, and assemble of parts. Need to have precision and control to prevent damage and assure a quality product. Heavy Duty Mechanical experience is an asset but willing to train. If you think you have the skills required and an attitude to get the job done please send your resume to Mark Baker at markb@hytrack er.com or fax to 250-3722976. Please NO phone calls.

PICKERING PLUMBING & HEATING INC New Home Construction & Custom Home Installations * Hot Water Tanks* * In oor Heating* *Plumbing Renovations* Water Treatment & Much More

TZone. Vibration Toner Machine. $1100. CPAP Machine. $1200. 250-377-7540. WINTER tires on rims. Used one season. 4 Arctic Claw 265-70R16 on 6-bolt. $1,000. 250-579-5653.

250-318-9061

Misc. Wanted

Pets & Livestock

PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 WANTED – SAND & GRAVEL ATTENTION LAND AND RANCH OWNERS! Highly regarded local construction company looking for clean accessible sand and gravel. Willing to build long term working relationships on our solidly established foundation. 778257-7625

Employment

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services CUTE & Cozy Kitchen specializing in home style cooking seeking a self-motivated line cook. Approx 25-30 hours per week. Drop off resume Wednesday or Thursday mornings at the Inlander Bar and Grill, 2020 Falcon Road. Ask for Kat

6489592

Experienced vinyl decking installers need ASAP Wages from $ 1.25 sqft to $ 1.50 sqft depending on experience. Full time work, benefits available.

Call Jack or Chris @ 250-372-5262.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services 6493420

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Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

Services

Alternative Health

BOOKKEEPING. Do you need help with your bookkeeping? Call Judy 250-573-4382.

Electrical

YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Only $150/month

Run your 1x1 semi display classiﬁed in every issue of Kamloops This Week

Call 250-371-4949

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com

SUNDANCE ELECTRIC “A” Licensed and Bonded Serving Kamloops Small Jobs & Silver Label on older Mobile Homes

Stucco/Siding

Pets

Call Gerry 250-574-4602

sundanceelectric.ca

Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

Garden & Lawn

Classiﬁeds Get Results! Mind Body Spirit Relax and unwind with a full body massage for appointment couples welcome (250) 682-1802

Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Fitness/Exercise WE will pay you to exercise! Deliver Kamloops This Week Only 3 issues a week!

call 250-374-0462 for a route near you!

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

Garden preps and rototilling, tractor mounted tiller. (250) 376-4163. Time to book your spring rototilling call Tom for free estimate (250) 376-6093

We are looking to fill a PERMANENT FULL-TIME LEAD COOK POSITION Our perfect candidate will have an extensive experience as a Cook and will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff and administering day-today kitchen routine. Cooking for our Lounge will allow you to challenge your talents and give you the opportunity to express yourself through creating unique daily specials. Please send your resume via email at careers@chanceskamloops.com or drop of in person: Chances Casino 1250 Halston Avenue Kamloops, BC V2B 7L3

for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm.

For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

250-377-3457

SHOP LOCALLY Landscaping Look Out Landscaping.ca Pruning, Aerating, Yard Clean-up, Power Raking, Mowing, Hauling, Irrigation Start Up and repairs.

250-376-2689

PETER’S YARD SERVICE

Lawns Wanted! We also do Mason Repairs. Licensed & Certied All types of Yard Service

Teachers

Painting & Decorating ECONO PAINTING

Interior and Exterior Residential and Commercial 10% of for seniors Your Exterior Painting Specialist 250-571-7696 cell 250-554-9924 ofﬁce

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Antiques / Vintage

Apt/Condos for Sale

COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES New shipment from Sweden Sat & Sun, 11am-5, or by appt. Specializing in Swedish Antiques. 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) Armstrong 250-546-2529

The Willows - 55+bldg updated 1bdrm, a/c, in suite w/d, 7appl, same flr stor. Close to all amenities $139,900 (250) 376-3324

Appliances Maytag Washer and Kenmore Dryer. Excellent condition. $150. 250-851-2919.

Building Supplies 2-garage doors with all acc. $300/each. 4-sliding glass doors 8ft. $200/each. 3765392.

$100 & Under

Plumbing

14” Polan Electric chainsaw $60 (250) 376-5322

HOT WATER TANKS REPLACEMENT

Computer Equipment

J.WALSH & SONS 2321 E. Trans-Canada Hwy. Kamloops 250.372.5115

Teachers

Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate • Launch your career, explore the world! • Nationally accredited program • Complete in one semester • Qualify to teach in Canada and internationally • Extremely high job placement rate for graduates For more information contact Joe Dobson at tesl@tru.ca or call 250-371-5642. Search TESL on http://www.tru.ca

Sales

Trees for sale-any kind $10$40, Tomato any kind, pepper, zucchini plants. Call all summer. 250-376-3480.

TRY A CLASSIFIED AD

SPECIAL. SAVE $$.

Sales

SALES CONSULTANT

We are currently looking for an outstanding individual interested in continuing their career with Murray Chevrolet Buick GMC in Merritt, B.C. We welcome any person that is interested in the business as well as seasoned veterans. Why we're an excellent company to work with: • New, simpliÀed professional pay plan with guaranteed income based on volume. • Work with one of Canada's 50 best managed companies • Comprehensive training program with industry experts Health Care Plan With Full BeneÀts

Please contact in conÀdence our General Manager Richard Antonenko at richard@murraygmmerritt.com, Phone: 1-250-378-9255 or apply online at www.murraygmmerritt.com

Plants /Nursery

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com

(250)371-4949

RICKS’S SMALL HAUL

WEST END CEDARS. Cedar hedge maintenance, trimming, topping & removal and gutter cleaning too. Lorne 574-5816

Have a real JOB SECURITY? Be CREATIVE at work? …add competitive wages, career growth, extended benefits, bonuses and reward programs and you will find yourself at Chances Kamloops and Barside Lounge & Grill.

TRI-CITY SPECIAL!

Handypersons

250-572-0753

Do you want to work for one of Kamloops’ TOP EMPLOYERS?

PETS For Sale?

Merchandise for Sale

WANTED! Newer MacBook Pro or MacBook Air 250-3711333

Farm Equipment Ford Jubilee 600 live hydr 3pt htch, good cond new battery and chains $3500 573-5000 Massey 44 rebuilt engine new tires battery, hydraulics and water pump $3500 573-5000 Side deliver hay rake $600, Massey 3 baler $400, International swather $2500 3 sets diamond harrows $300 (250) 573-5000

Garden Equipment We buy and sell good quality used Hydroponic Equipment. www.goodguysgardening.com (250)302-1265

Misc. for Sale 4X8 Camper c/w 4 Hyd Jacks, new furnace. $600. 4-alum folding steps. $70. Elec Wheelchair Quantum 600S. $4,000. 250-376-9977. Adjustable bed 37’ x 76’ with 2 adjustable & 2 massage motors $425 250 -579-9521 A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Fiberglass canopy for regular box with tail door. $125. 250372-1018 call after 2pm. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? MISC4Sale: Camperette $300, Oak Table Chairs-$400, 2-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg. Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477

Business for Sale Pizza and Pasta Restaurant for sale 44 seats fully licensed PH Gus (250) 319-4162 Reputable Mobile Pressure Washing Home Base Business. All equipment and vehicle, steady clientele. 250-5799788.

For Sale By Owner Owner financing 4bdrm, 2.5 bath home on acreage, near Enderby. In-law suite, fruit trees/berries etc, pasture/barn, will take mobile, rv or property in trade. $399,000 Call 250309-1506

Houses For Sale FOR SALE OR TRADE for residential property in Kamloops. This very bright, fully furnished, three bedroom/two bath corner unit townhouse in Big White offers your very own hot tub on the patio, carport, high end furniture/appliance pkge, stacking washer/dryer and rock-faced fireplace. Short stroll to Gondola, skating rink, tube park, Day Lodge. Ideal for family or as a revenue generator throughout the ski season. Strata fees only $155.00 per month. Call Don at 250-682-3984 for more information. Asking $189,000.00

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1bdrm $850 to $920, Studio Suite at $690. Beautiful bright suites with hardwood floors in quite building. Close to hospital, shopping and on bus route. Laundry facilities. Rent includes: h/w, heat, and cable. Six-month lease and references required. NO PETS. Call 250-372-7185 1bdrm and 2bdrm n/p adult oriented building n/s Avail May 1st & June 1st 383 Arrowstone Dr. Call Mike 377-8369 email mikeof@shaw.ca 2bdrm and 1bdrm apt updated and spacious $750/$850 a month + util avail now n/p, a/c laundry free parking close to bus route and shopping (250) 377-8304 55+ building pet ok North Shore Lrg 2bdrm avail now ref req 250-299-3883

Acacia Tower

343 Nicola Street 1bdrm and bachelor suites starting @$645 per month includes utilities adult building no pets no smoking 1 year lease

250-374-7455

FIRST MONTH RENT FREE! Nelson Manor 688 Fortune 1&2bdrm units available F/S, W/D & storage in building CAT friendly with deposit. N/S Rent starting at $650. +util COLUMBIA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD. 250-851-9310

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Apt/Condo for Rent CARMEL PLACE 55+ Quality Living in new medical building. Studio suites with affordable rates, FOB entry, elevator, scooter stations and Telus Optik Package! Call Columbia Property Management to book your appointment: 250-851-9310 FIRST MONTH RENT FREE! Rosewood Court 815 Southill Street 1&2bdrms units available F/S, w/d & storage in building N/P, N/S Rent starting at $650. +util COLUMBIA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD. 250-851-9310 NICOLA PLACE APARTMENTS 1bdrm & 2bdrm Units Avail May 1st and June 1st Clean Bright Secure Building On Site Manager Hot Water incl. Newly upgraded. A/C.

Walking distance to Down town Also suitable for senior/retirees

n/s n/p ref req (250) 372-9944

North Kamloops, large 1bdrm. Incl. W/D, F/S, Heat/hotwater. Quiet secure building. Avail Immed. $800. 250-319-3691. NORTH Kamloops large, 2bdrms. Newly renovated, W/D, FP. Quiet secure, older tenants. $900. Avail Immed. 250-319-3691.

Apt/Condo for Rent NORTH SHORE

1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet building. Rents starting at $625 + utilities.

CALL 250-682-0312

RIVIERA VILLA

ApprovedFurnishedExec/Crew 5bdr 2ba W.End HOME n/s/p 2800.up 250-377-0377 lv msg

Bed & Breakfast BC Best Buy Classified’s

1&2/BDRM Suites

Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC.

250-554-7888

Call 250-371-4949

1/bdrm starting at $675/mth 2/bdrm starting at $800/mth Incl/heat, hot water. N/P. Senior oriented.

SAHALI Sahali upscale 1190sq. ft. top floor 2 bdrm. 2 bth 1 yr old apt. w/ u/g parking and walking distance to all amenities. $1800 inc/hotwater. Looking for mature quiet tenant. Pls call Cliff at 250.319.2838. Avail immediately

The Sands

Lower Sahali Centrally Located Clean Secure building with resident manager. 1&2 Bdrm $800-$900 Some with views.

(250)828-1711

NORTH SHORE Sat May 10 8-2pm 209 Tamarack Ave. Sports collectables, Jewelry. Accepts Cdn Tire Money. 250-819-5149

ABERDEEN Multi Family / Moving Sale Sat May 10th 9-3pm 2283 Nairn Place House hold, kids and sporting items. ABERDEEN Sat, May 10. 8:00-noon. 2205 Turnberry Place. First left off the Links. Hshld items etc. ABERDEEN Sat, May 10. 9am-noon. 2605 Telford Dr. Kids items, bikes, furn, bouncy castle +more. ABERDEEN Sat & Sun. May10/11th. 8:00-1:00. 961 Huntleigh Cres. Downsizing, camp equip, furn. BATCHELOR Fri May 9 5pm-7pm Sat 9noon 1754 Leighton Place House hold, kids and sport. BROCK Multi Family Yard Sale. Sat May 10th 9-1pm 1044 Ollek St. Something for everyone! DALLAS Multi-Family. Sat May 10th. 9am-1pm. 16 Kelso Cres. Patio pots, camping equip,3pc luggage set, furn, hshld items. DOWN TOWN Multi Family Block Sale. Sat May 10th 9-1pm 1300 Block Pine Cres. DUFFERIN Sat. May 10th, 8:30am. 1445 Cannel Dr. Multi Family. Something for everyone. G&M TRAILER PARK Community Sale & Bannock Sat May 10th, 9-2pm. Across from the Pow Wow Grounds. Jewellery, tools. MONTE CREEK Saint Peters Church. Sat May 10, 9am-1pm, Multi Family, household items & plants. NORTH KAMLOOPS Cul-de-sac Sale. Ottawa Place. Yards of Sales. Antiques, outdoor plants, catering equip., sewing machines, quilting, needlepoint, mosaic to do books. Sat & Sun, May 10&11th. 9am-3pm. NORTH KAMLOOPS Moving Sale May 10th & 11th 8am-2pm 929 Sherbrooke Ave. Electric lawn mower, tools, wheelbarrow, ladder, household items. NORTH SHORE 4 plex garage sale. Sat. May 10th 8-3pm 663 Sydney Ave Something for everyone! NORTH SHORE Annual Community Garage Sale. 1285 14th St. Blossom Park Complex. Sat. May 10th 9am-2pm

Apartment Furnished

NORTH SHORE Sat May 10th. 9am-noon. 852 Selkirk Ave. Moving Sale. Lots of great stuff, lawnmower, tires, babytoys, microwave etc. OAK HILLS Multi-Family Yard Sale. Sat, May 10th. 9am-2pm. 2527 Partridge Cres & 2591 Sandpiper Drive. RIVERSHORE Rivershore Community Garage Sale. Saturday, May 10th. 8:00am-1:00pm. East on Hwy 1, turnoff at LaFarge and cross the river, turn right on Shuswap Road to “Rivershore Estates”. HAPPY SHOPPING! SAHALI Moving Sale - over 30yrs plus of stuff. 1191 Eagle Place, Sat May 10, 8am-2pm. SAHALI Multi Family yard sale. Sat May 10th, 9am-1pm, 1450 Springhill Dr. No Early Birds! SOUTH KAMLOOPS Mother’s Day Specials. 700Blk Hemlock St. Sat May 10th only 9am-3pm Snow Rain or Shine UPPER SAHALI Multi-Family. Sat. May 10th. 9am-2pm. 1877 Whistler Court. Lots for Everyone. UPPER SAHALI Multi-Family. Sat. May 10th, 8am-2pm. 1926 Glen Gary Dr. Furn, toys, hsehld +more. UPPER SAHALI Sat May 10. 8am-2pm. Sun May 11th 8-11am. 117 Castle Towers Drive. No Early Birds. VALLEYVIEW Garage/Estate. Sat May 10th. 8am-4pm. 2353 Valleyview Dr. Hshld items, tools +more. VALLEYVIEW Meadowlark Terrace #21-1651 Valleyview Dr.+ Multi family locations Sat. May 10 8am-3pm. VALLEYVIEW Sat. May 10th. 8:30am-2pm. 2552 Marsh Road. Lots for Everyone. WESTSYDE #15-3665 Westsyde Rd. May 10th &11th 8am to 2pm Antiques and assorted household items Come and check it out! WESTSYDE 840 Agassiz Rd, Sat May 10th 8am-12noon. Skylight (2), trading cards, mirrors, misc hsehold items. No early birds! WESTSYDE Kamloops Humane Society Plant Sale Sat May 10th, 9am1pm. 660 Stansfield Rd, Perennials, Annuals & Grasses.

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Homes for Rent

Suites, Lower

2bdrm Top Floor, North Shore, Adult Oriented, No Pets, No Smoking, W/D, close to bus $1100 (250) 318-1320 3bdrm lrg liv r., front yard, North Shore w/d, parking, n/s $1250 shared util 250-5731281 credit/wrk ref. Bill/Excell 3 Bdrm Northshore top flr, new reno’d, $1200mo incl util avail immd 250-852-0638 ApprovedFurnishedExec/Crew 5bdr 2ba W.End HOME n/s/p 2800.up 250-377-0377 lv msg

Brock close to schools 2Bdrm n/s/p $950mo avail Avail now, 250-682-3199, 250-376-7869 Cumfy 1bdrm. Close to University, Hospital. Perfect for student or quiet person. Excellent Location. ns/np Call now (250) 299-6477 Large 1bdrm ground level suite, Westsyde. No stairs, patio, garden, pool. Suitable for single 40+ female. N/S. May 15th. $950. 250-3209567. North Shore large 2bdrms. Private ent. S/S appl. Near bus. $875 +util. Ideal for mature couple. N/S, N/P. 250376-3854. Sahali 1bdrm, 4appl, deck, sep. ent. $800 gas/hydro inc. 250-371-7014/250-828-1913. Vacant 2bdrm, C/A, no pets/no parties, ref., $950/mo. +shared util. DD. 250-3760633.

Rooms for Rent Room in reno’d home near TRU util internet & lndry incld $500 avail now 250-571-7116

Shared Accommodation Commercial/ Industrial For Lease 2400 sq ft shop 12ft high overhead front door 13ft ceiling, office, avail now $1500 +gst and util 250-682-0005

Duplex / 4 Plex 1/2 duplex top flr,3 bdrm 1 1/2 baths n/s/p Brock, $1100mo incl util 250-299-4011 3bdrm North Kam, basement $1350 per/mnt + util n/p w/d hk/up (250) 371-7774 4bdrm duplex NShore new reno $1,300 Avail May 15, n/s, n/p 250-376-2475/318-5270. Sahali 1/2 duplex 4bdrm 21/2bath 5 appl N/S N/P $1400+dd 250-319-2164 Westsyde half duplex. 4bdrms, 1-bath. N/S, N/P. $1,100/mo. Avail. June 1st. 250-573-4966.

IN private home, pleasant surroundings fully furnished working male pref. near amenities behind sahali mall 10 min walk to TRU 374-0949 or 372-3339 Male seeking roommate Westsyde Furn. Close to bus $550/mo util incl. 250-5798193 Cell 250-572-1048 Near TRU Rooms $325 per month util included. (250) 3771020 North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020 SENIOR Male to share mobile home w/female only furn. room and bath $420. 250-5543999.

Suites, Lower

2Bdrm lakefront house in Savona $1150/mth utils incld 604-889-4495/250-373-2592

1bdrm furnished suite near RIH for 1 quiet working person/student. N/S, No partiers. $775/mo. 250-374-9281. 1bdrm NShore priv drive/ent n/s, n/p, mature female preferred partially furn, ref req $900 util incl (250) 554-3904 1bdrm NShore util incl cab, wifi, near bus and mall prt ent. n/s, n/p $800 (250) 320-2486 1BDRM South Shore remodeled priv prking W/D N/S N/P $900 Avail now 579-2066 2 Bdrm main flr near school, bus & shopping, n/p Northshore $850/mo 250-376-8465 2bdrms N/Shore. A/C, 5-SS appl. Newly reno’d, util incl. $1,200. 250-554-4292.

Misc. for Sale

Modular Homes Country setting 2bdrm trailer w/yard& garden N/P $900 +util Avail May 1st (250) 579-8913

Homes for Rent 2bdrm Down town fenced yrd 5 appl. N/P, N/S $1250 Avail aft May 15 (250) 319-4062

Townhouses

Cars - Domestic

1984 Olds Cutlass. Good shape, air, sunroof. Very clean. Should be seen. $14,000/obo. 250-374-6477.

Sport Utility Vehicle Jeep YJ 4x4 1987 restored, 6cyl 5sp, lifted, 33”tires on Eagle Rims, 10,000 lb Winch, over $12,000 invested asking $9000 (250) 828-0931

Trucks & Vans 1986 BMW Coupe 325i. 6cyl. 5spd. Looks good, runs good. Extras. $5,400. 250-374-5251. 97 Camaro Z28 350 6spd 115,000km black loaded $12,000obo (250) 319-7058

Sahali, 3bdrms, 3 baths, 5appl, garage. $1,400/mo. 250-828-1913, 250-371-7014.

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NORTH SHORE *Bright, clean & Spacious 2&3 bedrooms *Big storage rooms *Laundry Facilities *Close to park, shopping & bus stop PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED

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Transportation

Antiques / Classics 1963 Mercury Monterey 2dr hard top V8 auto pwr steer brake exc cond $6500obo (250) 579-8816 1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $6000 obo (250) 376-5722

Auto Accessories/Parts

Must Sell 1997 Sebring Convertible V6 Auto fully equipped. Runs good looks good. $3250 Ph 250-5798166 or 250-319-8766

VINTAGE 1973 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL

2door coupe. New paint (midnight blue). Mint Condition stored in heated garage $3000obo call Fred 250-372-9561

Motorcycles 1984 Yamaha Virago motorcycle.Excel/cond $3500obo 250320-5194(after6pm orlvmsg)

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10X10 weave (Heavy Duty)

1993 21ft Wilderness 5th wheel slps 6 exc cond hitch incl $5000 (250) 376-4168

BLACK TARPS

24ft 1986 Citation Supreme 163,000km Ford 6.9L diesel, all new rubber slps4 exc cond $8500 (250) 256-7355 Lillooet

14X14 weave (Industrial Duty)

STARTING AT $5.49

FOAM SHOP SINGLE TO KING SIZE

Complete Trailer with EZ load, boat, all gear new 4hp merc motor, $10,500 (250) 374-0507

CUSHION REPLACEMENTS TORN OR TATTERED?

2007 Sea Doo Speed Boat, 4 Seater.$15,000obo Call 250320-5194 (after 6pm)or lv msg 2009 20ft Campion bowrider 4.3L w/swim grid and Roswell pwr $25000 (250) 319-9474

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SOFAS, CHAIRS, OTTOMANS, SNOWMOBILES SEATS, TRACTORS

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Boats

Escorts

2” TO 6” THICK - CUSTOM CUT OR CUSTOM ORDER MEMORY FOAM TOPPER PADS - 3LB DENSITY SINGLE TO KING SIZE - 2” & 3” THICK

248 TRANQUILLE RD, NORTH SHORE - KAMLOOPS 250376-2714 • OUT OF TOWN CALL 1-800-665-4533

2004 Pontiac Montana, 8 passenger. Exc shape, no rust, two sets of tires on wheels. $4200/obo. 250-374-2199. NEW LEER Truck Canopy. White. $500, Call: 1(250) 3140072.

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2002 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4. 5spd, bedliner, sidesteps, allseasons on custom mags. 279,000kms. (99% hwy kms). $5,000. 579-5653. 2004 Dodge Caravan. 140k 3.3L, trans r’blt @ 75k. 1-owner, $4800 obo 250-376-7255

2004 F350 4X4 Lariat. Diesel, engine upgraded, low kms. Exc cond. $16,900 250-571-0494. 2007 Fun Finder 189FBR tandem axle, slps6, qu bed, furnace, hw full bth, mw, stove, TV, CD, Eq hitch, BBQ $10500 579-8845 312-3197

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1996 Ford F150 4x4. short box, 302 motor, auto transmission, $3600 (250) 314-1024 1996 GMC Suburban good shape runs great $3800obo Call (250) 571-2107 1998 Ford Winstar Northgate leather fully loaded. Extra miles $1800obo 554-0580 2001 Silverado HD. 126,000kms. 2003 29’ RK 2-slides. Exc. Cond. $29,999 pkg. 250-851-8546.

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WHITE TARPS

CAMPING FOAM, MEDICAL WEDGES & BOLSTERS, PILLOWS

1995 Chev S10 low mileage on new motor good clean truck many extras $3000 (250) 377-8956

2004 Lexington motor home well equipped new tires like new only 36000 miles call $35,000 obo 250 573 2332

BLUE TARPS

10X8 weave (Medium Duty)

09 Chev Uplander high miles fully loaded. Good solid van $6000obo (250) 554-0580 1984 Chevy Short Box. $3500 obo (250) 320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg. Must See! 1986 GMC 4x4 1/2 ton v8 auto $3000 phone between 5pm & 8:30pm ONLY 250-377-8702

‘05, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6 winter pkg, fully loaded, $26,900. 250-376-1655

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Scrap Car Removal

Cars - Domestic 05 VW Passat 4wdr auto grey w/blk leather sun roof a/c 2 sets of tires and rims 113,000km $7900 319-0227 2003 PT Cruiser. 95,041kms. Auto, A/C, Remote Start. Nokian A/W Tires. $3,300/obo. 250-314-0649.

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