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‘Reduced health outcomes’ from pipeline twinning? ANDREA KLASSEN STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com
Construction of the twinning of Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline could lead to a housing and hotel-room crunch and “reduced health outcomes” for residents, according to a report headed to city council tomorrow (Dec. 16). The report from environmental-services supervisor Allan Michener outlines potential impacts of Kinder Morgan’s expanded oil pipeline on the city of Kamloops and asks for council’s blessing to request more information and raise concerns on the city’s behalf. The proposed Trans Mountain project, currently under review by the National Energy Board, would nearly triple the amount of oil and related products the company ships to the coast from Alberta each day, from 300,000 barrels per day to 890,000 barrels every day. If successful, the company plans to spend more than $5 billion over more than two years to expand portions of the existing line, lay new pipe and make other upgrades to the system stretching between the Alberta oilsands and Burnaby. According to Michener’s report, the number of workers housed in the Kamloops area could be as high as 800 at peak construction, with at least 270 workers coming into town for the duration of work. That could be more than the overburdened Royal Inland Hospital and the city’s health clinics could handle. “With an increase in usage of local resources, in particular the hospital’s emergency facility, the project could result in reduced health outcomes for the community at large,” the report states. Michener said workers in search of temporary accommodations “could potentially displace affordable housing resources” in the city — which already has a low rental vacancy rate and a demand for rooms from tournament participants and tourists in the summer. Michener said the city also needs more information on Kinder Morgan’s plans for crossing 11 Kamloops roads and a number of utility lines during construction, various parks and the Lac du Bois grasslands, and the North Thompson River, which the city is planning on using as an emergency water supply. The report also offers an estimate of what the new pipeline would be worth to the City of Kamloops — about $745,000 in new tax revenue per year.
ANDREA KLASSEN/KTW With the price of a barrel of oil plummeting on the world market, Kamloops drivers were treated yesterday (Dec. 15) to numbers they have not seen in a few years. The Costco gas bar on Versatile Drive dropped the price of a litre of gas to below a buck, with the 99.9-cent price luring many motorists.
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Yesterday afternoon (Dec. 15), Mike Blanchard prepared to change the sign at his Halston Esso station to drop the price of gasoline below a dollar a litre — the first time in three years motorists have enjoyed that rate. Led by Costco’s gas bar in Aberdeen, typically the rate-setter in Kamloops, stations began dropping prices yesterday by about five cents a litre, to 99.9 cents. It marked the first time since December 2011, when there was a brief dip below the dollar mark. Prior to that date, the price fell below a dollar a litre several times early in 2010. “I’d like to see it 85 cents — that would be awesome,” said Blanchard, one of the
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Kari Bomstad’s job has a long title — anti-violence crisis intervention. The reality is she is a front-line worker who talks to the woman on the phone living with violence in her life or greets the mom and kids who show up at the door of the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter in the middle of the night. Kari is part of the team at the shelter that helps women access the resources they need and get needed information. “Every day is different,� she says. “It’s the kids who tug at your heartstrings, though. They’ve been taken out of their environment. They may have been living with issues and now they’re in a new environment, so we try to normalize it for them as much as we can.� It may be something as simple as making sure the new arrivals have toothbrushes and pyjamas because they have fled violence with just the clothes on their backs. It may be listening to someone who has been involved with the shelter in the past and has moved on in their lives, but needs some reassurance or some more information. Kari started at the shelter while a social-work student at Thompson Rivers University, doing a practicum from May to August. She loved the work, the shelter staff loved her and she was delighted to join the team there. Bomstad knew her career path would take her in this direction. Her mom ran a care home in Williams Lake and she always knew this was the kind of work she wanted to do. Since Kari has been involved, there hasn’t been a day when the facility wasn’t full. That’s not unusual. Last year, for example, the shelter had more than 700 referrals. It took in more than 300 women and children and the beds were slept in 4,600 times. Another 450 women received non-residential help and care. By the end of September of this year, the shelter had 440 referrals and 190 women and children had been give a home there; 471 were helped over the phone. “This is such an amazing place,� Kari said. “As a student, you have ideas in your head about what it will be, but the variety of services we can provide is so amazing — although it all depends on funding and donations.� While donations help keep the facility running, they’re also needed for the birthday gifts for children who aren’t at home. They’re needed for meals and Christmas baking, the little moments that help make the new reality of the shelter’s residents feel a little less abnormal. While it might seem to be a job fraught with overwhelming emotion, Kari says staff know the importance of the work and there are days when that is impossible to do. “Self-care is important and you have to watch for burnout,� she says. The Y women’s emergency shelter is one of four charities chosen to benefit from this year’s KTW Christmas Cheer Fund. The others are the New Life Mission, the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home and the Sensational Soups meal program at Mount Paul United Church.
ANDREA KLASSEN/KTW Jim Doan, owner of Western Karate Academy, presents a cheque for $10,000 to KTW office manager Cindi Hamoline. The donation, which will go to the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund, was a result of fundraising efforts by Doan’s students in a kick-a-thon.
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lan Shaver remembers that day many years ago when he boarded a bus in Ottawa and headed off to do something no one in his family had ever done — go to university. Shaver, recently re-appointed president of Thompson Rivers University, said he had mixed emotions. “The enthusiasm was boundless, and the energy and determination, but there was a little bit of apprehension,” he said. Shaver knew he was part of a larger group, all firstgeneration, post-secondary students in their families, and he appreciated more than just the support of his mother and father. “More than that, my parents’ generation for building all those universities for their generation of kids,” he said. “It’s very important to me.” Shaver’s resume includes many prestigious universities in North America, including Carleton University, where he received a bachelor of science degree; Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he received a PhD in organometallic chemistry; University of Western Ontario (now known as Western University), where he did postdoctoral studies and taught in the chemistry department; and McGill University, where he went from an assistant professor in 1975 to dean of the science faculty in 1995, a position he held for a decade before being named the vice-president academic provost at Dalhousie University. TRU appealed to him for a simple reason that carried with it lofty aspirations. “The mission. It was the mission that brought me here,” Shaver said, referring to the belief a university exists to serve its students, its faculty and its community. During the interview process, Shaver learned of the plans to add a law school to the campus. He knew of the role the open-learning programming played. What he learned intrigued him. “I’m looking at TRU and they’re looking at me and I’m thinking, ‘This is interesting’,” Shaver said. “What I was hearing resonated with that kid on the bus going to Carleton. “There was a trades school. I had never seen trades at any university. And open learning — five years ago, people were starting to realize distance learning would be a big deal and it was here,” he said. “All the aboriginal students, all the international students. Holy smoke, I really believe in the mission of this institution and the idea of being so dedicated to service,” he said. “I’d never been at a university as communityminded.” Shaver has a long list of advances TRU has taken since it morphed from a college, to a university college, then to full university status in 2005. They include the law school, two-year and fouryear programs, building the master’s-degree programs and all the research focused on solving problems in the community. Shaver is looking forward to creation of the university-village concept that has been in development for the past couple of years, seeing it has having “the potential to generate an even more inviting university environment, keep people on campus and, not only that, bring people to the campus.” That project is designed to include market-based residential and student housing, retail shops, restaurants and professional offices that would provide
DAVE EAGLES/KTW Thompson Rivers University president Alan Shaver is optimistic about the future: “I tell people there will be a recovery, there will be reinvestment and we need to be ready. We need to be ready to take it to the next level.”
a revenue stream to be used for student support or other university needs. Shaver is also anticipating “the moment in time, the window of opportunity” that exists as the highschool success rate for First Nations students continues to grow. “Many are choosing TRU, for which I’m very proud,” he said. “But, we need to think ahead. We need to think about what these students, all of our students, want to further their education so we can generate researchers here, having local people here doing it for the community.” Shaver is confident TRU’s faculty, staff and students are ready for the challenges ahead. He said the university community has shown its ability to move quickly for potential funding, to identify donors and granting agencies it can work with, all to ensure the institution’s sustainability. Fundraiser is a new identity for the man who began his career as a scientist and teacher before moving into administrative areas. “It’s another way of re-inventing myself,” Shaver said. “You also need to surround yourself with professionals and listen to them and make sure they listen to you.” Shaver looks to recent years as further proof TRU has what is needed to excel in the future, “When I was looking at TRU, I noticed the House of Learning. It was still being built, but it was a sign this institution was up to it, ready to take on the future. The public-private partnerships that led to residences being built and the way the Campus Activity Centre and International Building were self-funded were big signals to Shaver. He points out those successes to visitors and politicians — “and we get them up here as often as we can” — and talks about the funding challenges postsecondary institutions face today. Shaver is optimistic about the future, however. “I tell people there will be a recovery, there will be reinvestment and we need to be ready,” he said. “We need to be ready to take it to the next level.”
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Alan Shaver is well aware not everyone on campus is delighted he will be returning for another three years as president of Thompson Rivers University. During the publicconsultation period, the university received a letter from Tom Friedman, the head of the TRU faculty Association (TRUFA) decrying the “atmosphere of mistrust” and calling Shaver one of the reasons faculty members are suspicious and cynical. Friedman said the letter was personal and not a reflection of the viewpoint of the union. He acknowledged there is a faculty member who has asked the union to pass a motion of nonconfidence in the university’s senior administration, including Shaver. However, Friedman said, TRUFA is not prepared to do that. “I would prefer to look for solutions to the problems we have, creating a more positive environment,” Friedman said. “I tend to be optimistic and see the best in people, so I am hopeful the provost, the board [of governors] chair and the president will sit down and talk with us.” Shaver said he did not address Friedman’s letter when it was released, opting to remove himself from any of the ongoing consultations about his rehiring. However, he added,
he had “been careful to listen” and is going to address the issues raised. Shaver said he plans to spend more time listening to faculty “and being among them more,” but also needs them to understand his job brings with it myriad demands. “But, we do need to be a team and I’m looking for ways to build more of a team,” Shaver said. “We’re all in this boat together.” Friedman said a press release from board of governors chairman Brian Ross indicates there was constructive criticism. “But, I know from speaking to dozens of faculty, they were extremely critical,” Friedman said, referring to responses to an online survey about Shaver’s tenure. Ross said it’s important to note Shaver asked for the review, explaining he should be treated as are other staff and faculty. Ross said the evaluation “provided guideposts for improvement and helped us establish goals for the future.” The evaluation would have been less constructive if it had no critical responses, Ross said, noting employee evaluations are done to identify areas that can be improved and new goals that can be established, as well as assessing performance in the past. “It was a tough and positive process and I’m glad Alan made us do it,” Ross said. Recently, Shaver met with Friedman and
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TRUFA vice-president Star Mahara to discuss issues including consultation with faculty, the role of the senate and many unresolved grievances. “TRU has a management style that separates the senior decision-makers from the front-line workers and consultation is lacking,” Friedman said. Compounding this is what he sees as a group of
senior administrators who don’t know the culture, having arrived recently at the university. Friedman said Shaver has also “tended to see the faculty union in a narrow [labour] role when, the reality is, TRUFA is where faculty turn to when they’re facing difficulties that are not always labour-related, but have impact on programming and students.”
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Domtar Corp. is looking to contract out an element of its Kamloops pulp mill to a third-party supplier. Spokeswoman Bonny
Skene said the company, which has operations in Canada and the United States, is seeking a partner to build, operate and maintain an oxygen plant at the Mission Flats Road mill to replace the current facility, which is
about 18 years old. The measure is possible under a recently signed deal with Unifor Local 10b, which represents unionized workers at the pulp mill. The agreement also allowed for new appren-
West Fraser Mills Ltd. Forest Stewardship Plan amendment Review West Fraser Mills – Kamloops FSP’s for FL A18690 and FL A18694 West Fraser Mills Ltd. invites the public and interested stakeholders to view and provide written comment on the Proposed Amendment #5 to West Fraser FSP #83 for FLA18690 and Amendment #16 for FSP#154 for FL A18694 and TFL35. West Fraser Mills Ltd. is proposing to add Ashcroft Indian Band’s NRFL A88771 to the above mentioned FSP’s. This is the only proposed change at this time and does not include any changes to the FDU’s. The draft Forest Stewardship Plan Amendment will be available for review and comment during office hours until January 7th, 2014 at West Fraser’s office. To arrange to view this plan please contact Ben Vinje at 250-395-8226 Written comments can be sent to: West Fraser Mills Ltd. Attn.: Ben Vinje PO Box 97 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E0 Fax: 250-395-8254 Email: Ben.Vinje@westfraser.com
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plans to continue “incremental improvements” to the Kamloops mill, but noted there are no plans to expand production. Domtar announced two years ago it was shutting its A line, resulting in job loss for about 125 workers. The A line produced pulp sawdust. Softwood
pulp is produced on the mill’s B line. Since then, the mill has hired back all those workers who were on a recall list. The Kamloops mill employs about about 330 workers. Kevin Mason, a pulp analyst with Equity Research, said pulp prices remain healthy and said there is a growing
market for tissue around the world. Several European countries are seeing investment in softwood pulp mills but, thus far, there have been no new plants or significant expansions in North America. “For Domtar, with a position in softwood, it would be something to consider,” Mason said.
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A Kamloops taxi company says the city isn’t playing fair when it pulls cabs off the road due to their age. Under city bylaws, a car cannot be used as a taxi after it reaches nine years of age. But, in a letter going before council tomorrow (Dec. 16), Yellow Cabs president Abdul Rasheed argues bylaw officers are not allowing vehicles to stay on the road for the full nine years because cabs are pulled based on their dates
of manufacture. “Automakers all over the world manufacture cars many months ahead of bringing them to the market,” Rasheed said. “In case of Toyota, it is anywhere between three to 10 months before the vehicle is introduced to the market.” He wants the city to consider the cars’ year models instead, allowing cabs to work until May of their ninth year. Director of corporate services and community safety David Duckworth disagrees. In a report to council, Duckworth said that
while a vehicle may not immediately be put into use as of its manufacturing date, the city considers the number more logical than Rasheed’s proposal because the city’s vehicle-for-hire bylaw “specifically refers to age of a vehicle, not the amount of time it has been operated.” A report to council notes the city has nearly doubled the amount of time a taxi may stay in service over the past few years, at Rasheed’s request. After enacting a fiveyear age limit for taxis in 2007, council relaxed the
bylaw to allow taxis of up to seven years in 2008. In 2014, it again relaxed the limits to nine years. “Administration believes that the request to use May 15 as a compliance date each year would affect the intent of the bylaw, which is to review age of individual vehicles,” Duckworth said in the report. “It would instead enable the age limit of individual vehicles to be extended beyond the maximum nine-year age limit, as verified for each vehicle by date of manufacture.”
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Crash claims life of Kamloops woman A woman is dead following a single-vehicle crash in Kamloops in the early-morning hours of Sunday, Dec. 14. Kamloops RCMP Sgt. Michael BuxtonCarr said the rural detachment was called to the accident in the 3600-block of Shuswap
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Service and BC Coroners Service are investigating. Police are continuing to investigate to determine whether weather conditions and/ or the consumption of alcohol were contributing factors to the fatal accident.
Driver arrested after wild ride downtown She lost a tire, crashed into parked vehicles and managed to keep going even after her van’s airbags exploded. In the end, the 40-year-old woman was found and arrested in the Lansdowne Village mall following a wild ride down Battle Street on Friday, Dec. 12. The Dukes of Hazzard-type scenario played out at about 3:30 p.m. when Mounties received several calls about a white minivan driving erratically in downtown Kamloops.
RCMP Staff Sgt. Edward Preto said the minivan drove down Battle Street hitting two parked vehicles as it went. Preto said the van was driving with a front tire missing from the rim, noting the vehicle had damage to its passenger side and its air bags had deployed. The van finally stopped at Battle Street and Third Avenue — next to Stuart Wood elementary and only an hour after the final bell of the day rang. Preto said the woman driver
jumped out of the van and ran. She was followed by several witnesses and Mounties arrested her five blocks away in the Lansdowne Village shopping centre. “She was impaired by alcohol and refused to provide breath samples,” Preto said, adding the woman spent the night in the RCMP’s Battle Street detachment cells to sober up and had her vehicle impounded. The driver is facing a variety of charges.
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the fuel savings. “Typically, diesel hasn’t been more than gas. When gas was low it was lower.” That’s historically true. Early 2009 — when diesel was 85 cents a litre and gas was nearly $1 — is the last time diesel drivers enjoyed big savings. The price gap closed and, since 2012, diesel has cost a few cents a litre more than gas most of the time, according to statistics maintained by petroleum-industry analysts MJ Ervin and Associates. Jason Parent, vicepresident of consulting at MJ Ervin, said the
reason for the disparity is diesel and gasoline are two very different commodities that don’t move together in lockstep. “They each have their own supply and demand fundamentals and they can move in different directions,” he said. Unlike gasoline, which jumps in price toward summer as more drivers hit the road, diesel tends to rise in the winter. The reason, Parent said, is that diesel is virtually identical to heating oil, which is in high demand to heat homes in the winter. “In the winter sea-
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year-end interview with Premier Christy Clark. For an extended version, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com and click on the “Opinion” tab. Tom Fletcher: Are you still confident we’re going to see a major LNG project approved by the end of 2014? Premier Christ Clark: We’re still in negotiations with Petronas and Shell, so I don’t know if it will be by the end of 2014, but I’m hoping in the next few months. (Days after this interview, Petronas announced a delay in its investment decision until 2015.) TF: I talked to a couple of Simon Fraser University climatemitigation specialists and they agreed it’s unlikely to the point of impossible to have a major LNG industry and still meet Gordon Campbell’s ambitious greenhouse-gas target of a 33 per cent reduction by 2020. What do you think? PCC: I think that we may prove them wrong. Many of these facilities, not all of them, will be partly or fully electrically powered up, so that reduces those impacts, and there’s going to be a real incentive to invest in new technology to minimize that as well. I think the bigger picture is what really matters, which is that in shipping 82-million tonnes of liquefied natural gas to Asia, we help them get off coal and other dirtier sources of oil — and that is the biggest contribution that we’ve ever made to reducing climate change. TF: Ontario and Quebec have
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VICTORIA taken a page from your book. They have seven conditions for an oil pipeline, Energy East, which involves conversion of gas pipelines and taking Alberta oil to the East Coast. What do you think? PCC: I think they took our five conditions and elaborated on them. So, you’ve got British Columbia, Alberta, now Ontario and Quebec, all signed on to some version of the five conditions. And, of course, Enbridge and Kinder Morgan as well. TF: What about the conditions they have added? PCC: One of the things they say they want to protect against is a shortage of natural gas coming to Ontario and Quebec. These are the same two provinces that have put a moratorium on extracting natural gas. They want to make sure that we do it here, good enough for us to do, and send it to them, but they won’t do that themselves. I look at their last two conditions and I roll my eyes a little bit.
TF: All the way to New Brunswick, they’ve basically bought the anti-hydraulic fracturing myth? PCC: Yes. Somehow they all watched an American mockumentary, or whatever you call it, and believed it. Here in British Columbia, we do fracking better than anywhere in the world. It is the gold standard. TF: Finance Minister Mike de Jong says we have a surplus estimated at more than $400 million for this fiscal year and he suggested much of that would have to go to pay off deficits from previous years. Of course, the Opposition is interested in welfare rates and, in particular, ending child-support clawbacks. What’s your view? PCC: Like any family that’s been through tough times, the first thing you need to do when you get back to finding a job and making an income again is to pay off your credit cards. And that’s what we’re going to do. We are going to see if we can find ways to improve some of the programs over time, but can’t do that until we can afford it. It’s typical — the NDP wants us to spend the money before we have it.
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YOUR OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR WHY HAS MY SURGERY BEEN CANCELLED FIVE TIMES? Editor: I am writing to ask why Royal Inland Hospital seems to be so poorly administrated. I live with chronic pain and periodically require a surgical procedure that helps lessen the pain. I have been booked for this procedure and then cancelled five times. Why?
I have never heard of a patient being cancelled five times and I think it is a disgrace. I am told I can’t get another surgery date until mid-January because that is the next time my surgeon has operating-room time. I am thoroughly ticked off because I am in a lot of pain, to the point I can’t think straight or function properly. I have written to Terry Lake, our health
minister and our MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson, but I have heard nothing back. What does a person like me do? I can’t afford private care and I think it is a great dysfunction of our health system that I can’t get my surgery in a timely manner. Barbara Ray Beal Kamloops
KUDOS TO RIVER CITY NISSAN FOR ITS HONESTY Editor: Many times I have complained because I felt I was ripped off by one store or another. I forget the expenses involved in running a business, such as inventory, utilities, taxes, employees’ wages and benefits and WorkSafe B.C. assessments, etc. On Nov. 25, I experienced a real wake-up call. That night, I thought I could smell burning electrical insulation as I was pulling into my garage. I turned off the engine and checked to see if any fuses were blown. One was blown, so I replaced it, believing it would quickly blow again. It didn’t, so I assumed there was an open circuit. The next day, when it was light, I was check-
ing it out and noticed the only window working was the one on the driver’s side. After checking the Internet, I found that an electrical problem like mine could cost up to $4,000 to fix. So much for Christmas this year. I phoned River City Nissan and booked an appointment and got there just as the boys were going for lunch. One of the mechanics who was standing by the service manager asked me what the problem was. He then asked for my keys. A few minutes, later he came back and said, “Your car is fine. The child lock was on.” Folks, have you ever just wanted to kiss someone of the same sex?
Wow, what a Christmas present that was! I realized that while checking the fuses under the dash, I had leaned on the door handle a few times and must have accidentally pressed the child lock button down. I still don’t know why I smelled what I thought was burning wire insulation or why a fuse was blown, but what I do know is that an unscrupulous dealer could have charged me many hundreds of dollars and River City Nissan did not do that. So, hats off to the mechanic and River City Nissan and Merry Christmas to all. Al B. Senger Kamloops
HERE’S HOPING FOR A FINE FUTURE FOR FAS GAS Editor: To all the customers who frequently make purchases at Westsyde Fas Gas, it has been announced that the great service provided by Ben Grewal and his staff will no longer be available as of tomorrow (Dec. 17). The gas station has been sold and will be closed for some updating. Grewal is moving on and so is some of the staff. You should stop in today to wish them all well and to say thanks for the great service over the years. All the best to Ben and his staff in their future endeavours — and Merry Christmas! I am a longtime Fas Gas customer. Donna Szucs Kamloops
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The owner of the NHL’s Dallas Stars and the WHL’s Kamloops Blazers and the company he runs have been fined $140,000. The fine is less than half of what the Crown had been seeking for environmental offences resulting from work ordered by Tom Gaglardi
on his family’s Kamloops Lake vacation home in 2010. The 47-year-old, who also heads up Northland Properties — which owns the Sandman Hotel, Denny’s, Moxies, Shark Club and Rockford Grill chains — had earlier been found guilty in Kamloops provincial court of two counts of harmful alteration of a fish habitat. Northland was also
convicted on the same charges, while Robert Gaglardi, Tom’s father, was found not guilty. During the trial earlier this year, court heard the Gaglardi family home — known as “Tom’s Shack,” according to several Crown witnesses — was undergoing extensive renovations in 2010. The charges stem from riprap installed by workers taking orders from Gaglardi in the construc-
tion of a boat ramp and shoreline trees he ordered removed from the property. “There was an element of wilfulness here — a desire to get the job done and seek forgiveness later,” Kamloops provincial court Judge Stephen Harrison said in handing down his sentence. Harrison also quoted an expert in salmon habitats who testified
at trial that the work changed the shoreline on Gaglardi’s property “from a very good fish habitat to a moonscape.” During the trial, former Northland employee and star Crown witness Jim Parks said he was ordered to destroy documents and throw his computer hard drive “in the lake” when federal investigators began looking into alleged environmental improprieties at
Tom’s Shack. Gaglardi wrote in his notebook throughout the trial, alternating between notes on the proceedings, Northland business and what appeared to be line combinations for the Dallas Stars. He also had to be told repeatedly by sheriffs to turn off his iPhone, which, at one point, he concealed in a book. Court heard it will take more than 40 years to restore the salmon habitat that was destroyed by Gaglardi. In court, Gaglardi said he was sorry. “I wanted to express my apologies for what transpired,” he said. Gaglardi refused comment after sentencing. Rob Toor, lawyer for Northland Properties, said it’s too early to say whether an appeal is in the works. “We’re just going to review the decision and look at our options,” he said.
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A historic tailingsstorage facility now overseen by KGHM Ajax is rated as “extreme” on a scale of consequences due to fatalities that could occur at a downstream trailer park, according to a recent safety review. The dam-safety review — conducted in 2013 by Knight Piesold Ltd. and submitted early this year — found no problems with stability or signs of failure for two tailings dams used in operation of the former Afton mine. “The 2009 DSR [design safety review] concluded the dams were in good condition, with few deficiencies identified in the report,” stated the report obtained by KTW. The report also recommended installation of additional piezometers, instruments used to measure pressure. “That work has been done,” said Clyde Gillespie, KGHM-Ajax’s
manager of project development. Those additional instruments confirm stable conditions for a facility that was overbuilt for what was expected to be a larger tailings impoundment, Gillespie said. The tailings-storage facility was constructed in 1976 and 1977 and remained in operation for the next two decades, until owner Teck Resources Ltd. closed the mine. It ended up in the hands of KGMH as part of a land deal between junior partner Abacus Mining & Exploration Corp. and Teck. It is located about 12 kilometres west of Kamloops, near the current New Afton mine operation. The historic tailings pond will not be utilized in any of the proposed Ajax operations, Gillespie said. The west dam of the tailings facility is rated as “extreme” for consequence of failure due to presence of a trailer park
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on the Trans-Canada Highway that is downstream. “It’s is not known if a dam breach would inundate the trailer park; however the 2009 classification conservatively estimated up to 150 fatalities could occur in the event of a failure of the West Dam (assuming three persons per residence,)” stated the report.
“This resulted in an Extreme classification based on the loss of life category.” The company is required to have an emergency plan in case of dam failure. Gillespie said that plan states it would contact 9-1-1 dispatch in case of an emergency and dispatchers would contact residents. “There would be
hours, if not days, notice of any type of failure,” he said. The east and west dams are surveyed weekly. Monitors record conditions every few hours, information that is downloaded and analyzed monthly. The dam-safety review, conducted by an outside engineering firm, is done every five years.
The review was done prior to the breach of the tailings dam at Mount Polley this summer. B.C.’s chief inspector of mines has since ordered an additional dam safety inspection for every tailings facility in B.C. That will include review of the consequence rating. Gillespie said KGHMAjax spent about $1.2 mil-
lion recently on a diversion channel to ensure Alkali Creek does not run into the tailings pond, causing it to rise and overtop its banks. The review also noted windblown dust was seen during the inspection. “Potential environmental impacts from fugitive dust are beyond the scope of this dam safety review,” it said.
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LOCAL NEWS Data shows improvement Students are improving in student achievement and the Kamloops-Thompson school district has the statistics to prove it. A report to trustees by Supt. Karl deBruijn shows all students in School District 73 are scoring above the provincial averages in all foundation-skills assessment (FSA) tests given to grades 4 and 7 students. The greatest difference is in Grade 7 writing, with the district scoring an average 86 per cent.
The provincial average is 72 per cent. For aboriginal students, the highest scoring also was for Grade 7 writing, with the district registering 77 per cent, compared to the province’s 52 per cent. DeBruijn’s report notes all FSA categories have increased from last year. Focusing on aboriginal completion rates, deBruijn’s report says during the past five years, female students increased their completion rate by 15 per cent while males were slightly behind, increasing their numbers by 13 per cent. While there have been successes, there are also challenges
outlined. For example, the FSA test show Grade 4 reading and aboriginal numeracy, as well as Grade 7 writing have each decreased by two per cent. The completion rate of 82.8 per cent remains below the district’s goal of 85 per cent and there remains a six per cent gap between male and female completion rates. Aboriginal students’ completion rates are 17 per cent below non-aboriginal students. The report sets out new targets for literacy, numeracy and completion-rate goals. The report went to trustees at their board meeting last night (Dec. 15).
UNITED WAY HITS $2.25 MILLION While it didn’t quite hit the ideal target of $2.5 million, the United Way Thompson-Nicola-Cariboo will put the money raised in the recent campaign — $2.25 million — to work in the community. Included in the total is the amount the United Way raised this year to help create the John Tod Centre on the North Shore, a facility that was highlighted at the recent gathering to announce the campaign’s successes and final tally. Agency executive director Brenda Aynsley said that event at Thompson Rivers University earlier this month also highlighted the Jail and Bail fundraiser the Kamloops RCMP held for the fourth year and the partnership with KTW on the Christmas Cheer Fund campaign. The top contributor was again Highland Valley Copper, at $602,000. Gibraltar Mine donated $106,000, Thompson Rivers University collected $71,000 and Domtar — with a big increase from previous years — added another $61,000 to the collection.
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The newly elected Thompson-Nicola Regional District board returned a veteran rural mayor and former chairman to lead the organization for at least the next year, rejecting a bid from a City of Kamloops candidate. John Ranta, mayor of Cache Creek for 24 years, was elected by
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COOPER’S FOODS & SAVE ON FOODS PRESENTS:
EYE ON COMMUNITY
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Welcome to KTW’s Eye On Community page, where we showcase, through the camera lens, positive events in Kamloops.
NEW DONATION FOR NEW LIFE: New Life Mission executive director Stan Dueck (left) is happy to receive a donation of $5,000 from KGHM Ajax external-affairs manager Yves Lacasse on behalf of the company. SERVICE EXCELLENCE: Berwick on the Park general manager Bev Graham shows off a well-earned award to longtime resident Eileen Mitchell during a recent open house at the Sahali seniors’ residence. Berwick won Service Provider of the Year in the 2014 Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
MERRY CHRISTMAS: The Kamloops Taiwanese Cultural Association held its Christmas tree light-up and potluck party on Dec. 7 at the association’s new location at 413 Tranquille Rd. About 100 guests from different ethnic took part in games and karaoke. RIDING IN WITH A DONATION: Kamloops Library donated to the Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association. From left: Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association volunteer co-ordinator Alana Weaver, assistant manager Ashley Sudds Kamloops Library staff members Sue McClure, Diane Norris, Cristina Jones and Beverly Westerby.
HONDA HAMPERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS: The Christmas Food Hamper program continued this month at Kamloops Honda, with a record 50 hampers being collected for the Salvation Army. The hamper program began 24 years ago with the collection of just one hamper. Honda’s sales staff donated money from every car they sell and many staff members signed up for a monthly payroll deduction. The hampers are filled with all the trimmings needed for a Christmas dinner (with a gift card for the perishables). Save-On Foods and the local staff have been big supporters of our program, giving discounts on the food.
A PROUD PART OF YOUR COMMUNITY! Our locations have worked hard this year to raise money for BC Children’s Hospital.
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oing bowling with your teammates on an off-day is a lot more fun if you threw a strike the previous night. The Kamloops Blazers went pinseeking yesterday (Dec. 15) at the lanes in Cranbrook after earning a much-needed two points against the lowly Hurricanes in Lethbridge on Sunday, snapping a five-game losing skid that stretched back to Dec. 5. “It was a relief,” said Blazers’ captain Matt Needham, who was enjoying the day off yesterday after playing four games in five nights on his club’s tour through Alberta. “It’s obviously not great losing the first three games. We needed the win there. Guys are having fun now.” Kamloops fell 4-1 in Edmonton on Dec. 10, 6-2 in Red Deer on Dec. 11 and 5-3 in Calgary on Dec. 13. The Blazers, who had a hot start to the WHL campaign, have slipped into eighth place in the Western Conference and sit one point above the Seattle Thunderbirds and Vancouver Giants, each of whom
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Captain Matt Needham (right) and his Kamloops Blazers lost the first three games on a six-game road trip, but they bounced back and earned two points against the hometown Lethbridge Hurricanes on Sunday, Dec. 14. The Kootenay Ice are hosting the Blazers tonight (Dec. 16) in Cranbrook.
have 30 points. “Every team is so close this year that you can’t count anyone out,” Needham said. “If you go on a skid, you slide down a couple spots. If you win a couple games, you slide up. “It’s scary once you get in a hole, like we did.” The poor starts that have hampered the Blazers throughout the season did not plague Kamloops (13-18-3-2) on Sunday.
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to sink the Hurricanes. Connor Ingram, who continues to be the Blazers’ go-to guy between the pipes, made 18 saves in the victory. Next up for Kamloops is a game against Tim Bozon and the Kootenay Ice tonight in Cranbrook. The home team will be without star forward Sam Reinhart, who is with Team Canada at its selection camp in Toronto in advance
of the World Junior Championship, which gets underway on Boxing Day. Reinhart has 27 points in 15 games with the Ice this season. Bozon, the former Blazer who has fully recovered from a lifethreatening battle with neisseria meningitis, has 12 goals and 26 points in 19 games. With a game against the Central Divisionleading Medicine Hat Tigers slated for
tomorrow, securing points tonight against Kootenay (17-17-0-0) would give the Blazers a boost, but it won’t be easy. The Ice have bounced back from a dismal start to the campaign and are 7-3 in their last 10 games. “Kootenay is missing Reinhart. That’s a big key out of their lineup,” Needham said. “A win for us would be huge going into Medicine Hat.”
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Registration open for Salmon Arm loppet Registration is open for the Reino KeskiSalmi Loppet, which will be held in Salmon Arm on Jan. 17. The full-day cross-
country skiing event, a fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation for the past 30 years, has raised more than $400,000
since its inception. Skiers of all ages and skill levels are invited to gather at the Larch Hills ski area. There are various
course lengths for the loppet, ranging from one kilometre for children four and under to 30 kilometres for adults. For information on
entry fees and registration, which closes on Jan. 15, go online to skilarchhills.ca or call Tina Letham at 250832-8676.
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The 16th annual Fulton Cup high school basketball tournament is slated to begin tomorrow (Dec. 17) and will see six schools â&#x20AC;&#x201D; South Kamloops, Westsyde, Sa-Hali, NorKam, St. Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Academy and Valleyview â&#x20AC;&#x201D; pitted against one another in a fight for the city championship. Games begin tomorrow at 2 p.m. Winners will be crowned at both the junior and senior levels. The tournament will wrap up on Friday, Dec. 19. The Fulton Cup distributes 14 scholarships annually and this year will award one player on each of the 12 senior teams with a $250 scholarship. The tournament MVP in both the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; senior tournaments will receive a $250 scholarship.
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The TRU Wolfpack swim team was in action at the 22nd annual MJB Law Invitational Swim Meet, which was hosted by the Kamloops Classics and wrapped up at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre on Sunday, Dec. 14. Sarah McChesney won a silver medal in the 200-metre freestyle with a personal-best time of 2:08.12, bronze in the 100-m freestyle (59.01), fourth in the 50-m freestyle (27.69) and fourth in the 400-m freestyle (4:38.73). Jagdeesh Uppal placed fifth in the 50-metre breaststroke (31.44 seconds) while qualifying for the 2015 Canada West swimming championships next year at UBC. Uppal also placed fifth in the 200-m breaststroke (2:31.50) and sixth in the 100-m breastroke (1:09.83) There were 523 swimmers from 22 clubs throughout B.C. and Alberta at the meet. For more photos and results from the MJB
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Ten weeks ago, Janai Nohels didn’t know about reading labels. Proper nutrition wasn’t something she thought about often. Now, after graduating from the MEND (mind, exercise, nutrition, do it) program on Saturday, Dec. 13, the 10-yearold has learned, and seen, all the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle. “It’s fun and you learn a lot of things,” Janai said of the program. One of the most interesting pieces of information she picked up was about the composition of the foods she was eating. “There’s a lot more sugar in everything than you actually think,” she said. “I was actually surprised how much sugar there was in something like everyday yogurt.” MEND is a 10-week program that takes place at the North Shore YMCA-YWCA. It teaches families the importance of healthy think-
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Kes Nohels (left) and Annika Ryan talk hoops at the John Tod Centre. They are part of the MEND (mind, exercise, nutrition, do it) program, conducted by the North Shore YMCA-YWCA. The program encourages an active lifestyle.
ing and eating, while incorporating activities that promote exercise and a healthy body. Each session of the program’s 10 weeks is two hours in length — one hour devoted to classroom time and one
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leader, who teaches families about proper nutrition, label reading and leading a positive lifestyle. The activities the program utilizes are non-competitive games that often have an educational aspect to them. “It’s all positive reinforcement, it’s all about goal setting and it’s all about changing the kids’ attitudes and bringing up their self esteem,” said theory leader Courtney Firlotte. “It’s a very positive program.” MEND is free for families who enrol and brings with it YMCA-YWCA membership for the three months of the program, as well as another three months of membership following graduation. The program isn’t geared toward weight loss and Firlotte said kids won’t often lose weight during the program’s 10 weeks. There also aren’t any banned foods — it’s not a diet — just MEND-friendly and MEND-unfriendly foods. But, she said, participants
often maintain their weight while growing taller and have better overall cardiovascular health at the end of the three months. There’s also the improved confidence that comes with participation in the program. “We’ve had kids that didn’t participate in any sort of team sports, outside of this, and, all of a sudden, they’re getting into the school soccer teams,” Firlotte said. “We’ve had kids that all of a sudden have taken an interest in kids triathlons.” Janai is now a member of her school’s volleyball, badminton and soccer teams and is thinking about joining figure skating, all because of MEND. “MEND is a friendly and fun way to eat healthy and it’s not demanding, because it’s not a weight-loss program,” she said. To register, contact the program co-ordinator Dayana Rescigno at 250-319-8292, or Firlotte at cfirlotte@kamloopsy.org.
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Defenceman Joe Hicketts of Kamloops survived the first round of cuts at Team Canada’s selection camp, which wrapped up yesterday (Dec. 15) in Toronto after KTW’s press deadline. Hicketts, 18, is vying for one of seven spots that will be given to Canadian blue-liners at the world junior hockey championship, which gets underway on Boxing Day in Montreal and Toronto. With Madison Bowey, Darnell Nurse, Shea Theodore and Josh Morrissey expected to crack the roster, Hicketts is likely competing against Haydn Fleury, Samuel Morin and Dillon Heatherington for the final three spots. Hicketts was hit hard and forced to leave a game against a team of university select players on Sunday, Dec. 14. He was back on the ice practising yesterday. Hicketts will be eligible to play for Canada next winter at the 2016 world junior championship.
Sabres start
The Sa-Hali Sabres senior boys’ basketball team opened its season with a win and a loss. Dima Pokhylov scored 12 points and Kaylan Phillips added 11 points, but it wasn’t enough to push the Sabres to victory against the Vernon Panthers on Saturday, Dec, 13. Vernon, last season’s Okanagan AAA champions, won 71-49. Pokhylov netted 20 points and Keegan Marchand tallied 19 points in a come-frombehind 71-68 victory over Okanagan Mission on Friday.
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Mumps sidelines Crosby, other NHL stars Infectious disease has impacted more than a dozen players on handful of teams THE CANADIAN PRESS
PITTSBURGH — Add Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby to the growing list of NHL players dealing with the mumps. The Penguins announced the diagnosis on Sunday, Dec. 14, after holding the two-time MVP out of games over the weekend as a precaution when swelling developed on the right side of Crosby’s face — swelling the team believed was related to a salivary gland injury Crosby sustained in a game against Carolina on Nov. 29. Crosby was able to skate with the team on Friday morning but was pulled from the lineup for Friday night’s game against Calgary after his condition worsened. He underwent further tests that revealed the presence of the disease. He was in isolation but was expected to be through the infectious stage by yesterday, though the team left him out of the lineup last night when Pittsburgh hosted the Tampa Bay Lightning. Crosby received a booster shot against the virus before travelling to Russia for the Winter Olympics in February and initial tests done a couple of weeks ago indicated he
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Members of Canada’s world junior team have received booster shots to vaccinate against the mumps. The virus has hit at least 14 players in the NHL this season, including Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Ryan Suter of the Minnesota Wild, Corey Perry of the Anaheim Ducks and Derick was not in any danger. “It came as a bit of a surprise,’’ team doctor Dharmesh Vyas said. “Every indication was that he was well protected against the disease.’’ The NHL is dealing with a widespread outbreak of the virus, with players from Anaheim, Minnesota, the New York Rangers
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out for the regular season due to blood clots. Defenceman Olli Maatta missed two weeks in November after a cancerous tumour was removed from his thyroid. Maatta is now dealing with an unspecified injury the team said is not related to the thyroid surgery or the mumps. “In our case we’re going through a period here that’s pretty rough,’’ general manager Jim Rutherford said. “It’s a period that builds character and if you can get through it it’s going to help you in the long run.’’ The Penguins are also worried forward Beau Bennett has mumps. Rutherford said yesterday that Bennett has symptoms and the team is awaiting test results before making a diagnosis. The Penguins are one of a handful of NHL teams dealing with a mumps outbreak. The virus usually is found in children and its symptoms include facial swelling and fatigue. The 23-year-old Bennett has struggled to stay healthy during his brief career. He is already out indefinitely while recovering from a lower body injury against Boston last month.
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Axe falls on Oilers coach Voynov Dallas Eakins fired; GM MacTavish to take over cellar-dwelling NHL squad on interim basis THE CANADIAN PRESS
EDMONTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Craig MacTavish said there was â&#x20AC;&#x153;blood all over my handsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; after another disappointing start by the Edmonton Oilers, but it was Dallas Eakins who took the fall. Eakins was fired by the Oilers yesterday (Dec. 15) the first casualty of another season gone wrong in what was once known as the City of Champions. Edmonton has lost 15 of its past 16 games is last in the Western Conference with 19 points through 31 games. MacTavish will take over as head coach on a transitional basis before handing the reins to Todd Nelson, who is being promoted to interim head coach from Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s American Hockey League affiliate in Oklahoma City. MacTavish said Eakins is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;excellent coach,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; but said something had to be done after the losses started piling up. The general manager also took his share of the blame for Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dismal situation because he â&#x20AC;&#x153;put the lineup together.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not here to absolve myself of accountability for the situation that were in,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; MacTavish said at a news conference. With the Oilers well on their way to missing the playoffs for the ninth consecutive season, further changes could be com-
under Eakins. ing this spring. Considered one of the hotThe Oilers went 36-63-14 test coaching candidates when under Eakins in parts of two with the AHLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Toronto Marlies, seasons, including 7-19-5 so far Eakins got the job this year. with the Oilers in Hired in the large part because summer of 2012 to MacTavish help the Oilers â&#x20AC;&#x153;be believed he could in the mix every relate to young year to win,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Eakins players.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; missed the playRecently, offs in his only full MacTavish gave season behind the Eakins a vote of bench. confidence and â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had no real said the coach still good reason to had the room but, do this outside as the losses conof performance,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; DALLAS EAKINS: Fired from job running tinued to come, MacTavish said of Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bench. the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position Eakinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dismissal. changed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the botâ&#x20AC;&#x153;The losses tom line that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re have an emotional toll on all judged by, is the perforeverybody in the organization mance level of the hockey club â&#x20AC;&#x201D; at least they should â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in and, certainly, the record. particular the coaching staff,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would point to those MacTavish said. things solely as the reasons for â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the fact we werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t this change.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; It was on Eakins to get able to get any traction at all through to the Oilers, and they after that, it led me to believe didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to make any sigthe time was right for a coachnificant strides under their fifth ing change.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; coach in seven seasons. With an average age of under Likewise, Pat Quinn (200927, the Oilersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; roster includes 2010), Tom Renney (2010-2012) three No. 1 overall picks: Taylor and Ralph Krueger (2013) Hall in 2010, Ryan Nugentcouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get them to the playoffs. Hopkins in 2011 and Nail Edmonton has not made the Yakupov in 2012. post-season since 2006. This was Eakinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first NHL The Oilers finished with the head-coaching job. Before third-fewest points in the NHL coaching the Marlies, he was an in 2013-2014 with a record of assistant for two years with the 29-44-9 in the one full season Maple Leafs.
Calvillo hired to help coach Als MONTREAL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Anthony Calvillo is back with the Montreal Alouettes. The CFL club has named Calvillo, pro footballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alltime passing leader, as an offensive coach. Alouettes head coach Tom Higgins said Calvilloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s duties will be clarified once an offen-
sive co-ordinator is hired. The appointment is hardly surprising, as the 42-year-old had said when he retired following the 2013 season he wanted to get into coaching after taking a break from the game. Calvillo played 20 seasons in the CFL, the last 16
with Montreal, and led the Alouettes to eight Grey Cup appearances, winning three. The three-time league MVP retired with 79,816 career passing yards and is the Grey Cupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prolific passer, with 2,470 all-time yards. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Canadian Press
to stand trial L.A. Kings defenceman charged with felony assault LOS ANGELES â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A judge says Los Angeles Kings defenceman Slava Voynov should stand trial on a felony domestic violence charge. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Hector M. Guzman ruled there was enough evidence again Voynov to allow the SLAVA VOYNOV case to proceed. Guzman issued his ruling yesterday (Dec. 15) after a preliminary hearing in which a police officer testified Voynovâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife described her husband choking her repeatedly, punching her in the face and pushing her into a flat screen TV. Voynov has pleaded not guilty to one felony count of corporal injury to a spouse with great bodily injury. The 24-year-old is accused of causing injuries to his wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyebrow, cheek and neck during an argument at their home on Oct. 19, hours after the Kings won an afternoon game. The NHL has indefinitely suspended Voynov while the case is pending.
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We know that for most people, Christmas is a time of celebration, an abundance of food and get-togethers with family and friends! For those who are homeless, like Glen, our annual Christmas dinner is one of the highlights of his year and additional services and support are crucial for his survival. You can’t miss Glen. He’s like a social buttery, saying hello to his many friends that walk through the door, cold and needing a hot drink and a chance to warm up. Glen himself has just been served up a plate of hot, nutritious food at the New Life Mission and has settled down in his chair, ready to eat. Living this way isn’t Glen’s dream, but it’s how things are for now. This, though, is truly a story of inspiration! “I’ve lived in Kamloops for over 40 years and I’ve seen this city grow. Back in the day, I had the good fortune of traveling to Thailand to teach English and I loved it. Living back here in Kamloops has had its ups and downs for me. Sadly, I have no real connection with my kids because it’s hard for me. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was suicidal for years - it’s not a good place to be. There are days that it’s like a mental jail I’m working to get out of. Life on the streets can be tough too and sleeping on the river bank isn’t ideal. This is why I’m so grateful for the New Life Mission – I actually feel human here. For me, and countless others, the New Life Mission is an oasis. It’s a safe and secure place. I love coming here to play cards, have a cup of coffee and visit with the staff. I actually had 14 abscesses in my mouth and was gargling peroxide to combat infection. The staff here recognized that I was in real trouble and set me up with the Dental Clinic staff who have helped take care of me. Being a “street person” is like being on the bottom rung of a ladder and it bites. I’m optimistic about the future though, and I have the New Life Mission to thank for that hope and help.” Join us this holiday season and give to the New Life Mission. Your donation will help us provide services so desperately by people, like Glen, who are working their way back to their goals and a life they can be proud in. Please visit www.newlifemission.ca and help someone in need today.
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Canada defends Keystone XL in U.S. ALEXANDER PANETTA
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WASHINGTON — The Canadian government used an energy summit in Washington to argue for the continued relevance of the Keystone XL pipeline project in the face of plummeting oil prices. The price plunge has buoyed opponents of Canadian oil here who argue that the decline has obliterated the logic supporting the project. Natural Resources Minister Greg Rickford challenged that argument at a news conference yesterday (Dec. 15), standing beside his counterparts from the United States and Mexico. He responded to a question on the viability of Keystone XL by saying infrastructure projects should be decided on longer-term calculations. Rickford says the price drop shows the world’s economy is still fragile, and that Canadians are not immune to its whims. The Keystone XL question has gained a new urgency, with the economics shifting rapidly and a presidential decision on the controversial project expected early in the new year. “This kind of price volatility reminds us how fragile the global economy still is — and for Canada’s purposes, how close to home it can still impact us,’’ Rickford said. “Our investment decisions therefore, the policies of our government, are typically made with a view to long-term — 20- to 40-year — market expectations. We’re equally interested in the cost, averaged out, over those times.’’ President Barack Obama has said greenhouse-gas emissions will guide his decision.
With that in mind, project proponents — including the Canadian government — have repeatedly referred to a certain finding from a study by his own State Department. That study found Keystone XL wouldn’t affect greenhouse-gas emissions, because Canadian oilsands extraction would grow at a similar rate, with or without the pipeline — unless two things happened: Oil fell below $65 to $75 per barrel, and new pipeline plans were blocked everywhere else. It’s all been happening. Fast-forward 11 months from that January report and, in a turn of events that would have been considered shocking until recently, the price of a barrel of oil is now less than $56, and every major pipeline project from Alberta faces political or legal trouble. Keystone XL opponents have been drawing attention to that shift. In the last few months, they’ve begun arguing that the old math no longer applies. In his opening remarks Monday, Rickford alluded only briefly to the project. “There are already 70 pipelines safely delivering oil and gas across our borders every day. Naturally, our government thinks that number should grow to 71,’’ he said. “Keystone XL could obviously help independence in secure sources of crude.’’ His U.S. counterpart, Ernest Moniz, tiptoed around the Keystone XL question, which is politically sensitive in the U.S. It’s expected that Obama will make a decision soon after a Nebraska court rules on the constitutionality of the route, or after the new Republican-dominated Congress forces a bill onto his desk. The Nebraska decision could
come as early as Friday. What Moniz did speak about, more generally, was the need for greater North American co-operation on energy following Mexico’s reforms meant to attract foreign investment to its sector. The ministers agreed to begin co-operating on energy data, statistics and mapping of the North American energy sector. Moniz bemoaned the fact that it had been seven years since ministers from the three countries met in the same place — something he said shouldn’t happen again. He said better informationsharing is a start. “You look at a map that shows hurricane risks to the energy infrastructure — it miraculously ends at the Texas-Mexican border,’’ Moniz said. “I think our Mexican colleagues know that’s not true. And that’s just one example.’’ The Mexican government is loosening its monopoly over the industry, and allowing outside investors to bid on exploration projects. The ministers were given a briefing from Mexican officials on what the reforms might mean for companies from the U.S. and Canada. One question the ministers also skirted was whether Canada and the U.S. have ever taken any real, serious steps toward regulations for the oil and gas sector. Prime Minister Stephen Harper had long insisted Canada would move ahead if the U.S. did too, but with no such deal in sight he declared last week that it would be “crazy’’ to go it alone. When asked whether they’d ever made any progress on that file, Moniz and Rickford switched the subject to focus on other areas of bilateral co-operation.
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MONTREAL — The jury at Luka Rocco Magnotta’s first-degree murder trial has been sequestered. Justice Guy Cournoyer completed his final instructions late yesterday (Dec. 15) and 12 jurors will now decide the fate of the 32-year-old Ontario native. They will have to reach a verdict on each of the five charges Magnotta faces in the slaying and dismemberment of Jun Lin in 2012. Magnotta has admitted to the killing but has asked the jury to find him not criminally responsible by way of mental disorder. The Crown has argued Magnotta should be found guilty of first-degree murder and the four other charges. The jurors have been told if they opt for a not criminally responsible verdict, it must apply to all five charges.
Fourteen jurors heard the evidence but two were sent home once the judge’s instructions were completed. Cournoyer told the jurors they must rely solely on evidence they heard at the trial, which began in late September. Psychiatrists for the defence testified Magnotta is schizophrenic, was psychotic the night of the slaying and was unable to tell right from wrong. “Under our law, the verdict of not criminally responsible by reasons of mental disorder is not a loose term, quite the contrary,’’ Cournoyer told the jurors. “There are specific criteria to determine whether the defence of mental disorder is applicable.’’ Crown prosecutor Louis Bouthillier reiterated in his final statement the crime was planned
and deliberate and that there was no evidence Magnotta was suffering from a disease of the mind. Cournoyer told the jury that Magnotta is presumed innocent, a presumption that remains unless the Crown proves its case beyond a reasonable doubt. That burden of proof always rests with the prosecution and never shifts, he said, adding that a mental disorder defence requires the accused to meet certain standards. “Mr. Magnotta must prove that it is more likely than not that he suffered from a mental disorder to such an extent at the time the offences were committed that he is not criminally responsible,’’ Cournoyer said. “This is a lower standard than proof beyond a reasonable doubt.’’ — The Canadian Press
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Denmark points underwater in laying claim to North Pole BOB WEBER
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An Arctic expert says an unspoken agreement between Arctic nations on how to divvy up northern seas is all but dead now Denmark is presenting scientific data it says gives it a claim on waters past the North Pole. The claim, which was to be filed with the United Nations in New York yesterday (Dec. 15), will force Canada into tough future negotiations on overlapping claims instead of being able to rely on deals worked out in advance, said University of British Columbia international law professor Michael Byers. “Most people who follow this issue are wishing that we hadn’t arrived at this point, that the gentleman’s agreement was going to take care of these matters and set in place a workable agreement that would have provided stability,’’ Byers said from Novosibirsk, Russia. Rob Huebert at the University of Calgary’s Centre for Military and Strategic Studies said any such agreement was doomed from the start. “I think we got sold a bill of goods,’’ he said. “I don’t think the Russians or the Danes, once it came up to the political leadership, ever really intended to do that.’’ Interest in the Arctic is intensifying as global warming shrinks
polar ice and opens up possible resource development, potential new fisheries and new shipping lanes. The area is believed to hold an estimated 13 per cent of the world’s undiscovered oil and 30 per cent of its untapped gas. Danish Foreign Minister Martin Lidegaard says scientific data shows Greenland’s continental shelf is connected to the 2,000kilometre-long Lomonosov Ridge beneath the Arctic Ocean. He says that gives Danes a claim to the North Pole and any resources on the sea floor. The United Nations panel is to eventually decide control of the area. The Danes claim the right to exploit an area of 895,000 square kilometres. The area goes right up to Russia’s exclusive economic zone 370 kilometres off its shoreline. Last December, Canada surprised its Arctic neighbours when it made its own filing under the United Nations Convention on Law of the Sea. It said the Arctic component, which had been widely expected to stop just short of the North Pole, wasn’t complete and that it would eventually include data backing up a claim that would include the Pole and waters beyond. Documents obtained by The Canadian Press suggest that announcement also surprised Canadian government officials. Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird
has not disputed published reports that Prime Minister Stephen Harper stepped in at the last minute to insist that the North Pole be included in the claim. Huebert said Denmark’s move wasn’t a surprise. “This is the process. We shouldn’t be surprised at them going for the maximum that they can.’’ Actual boundaries on the sea floor are to be settled by international negotiations. Those talks won’t begin until scientific data filed by the contesting nations is examined. That is expected to take 10 to 15 years. By then, however, climate change will have gone even further. That could make Arctic resources from energy to fisheries more accessible — and more contentious. “It’s generally a good thing to negotiate issues when the stakes are relatively small,’’ said Byers. “Once the stakes grow, then you get vested interests and more political possibilities.’’ Huebert said the temperature of the talks will depend on the geopolitics of the time. “It’s going to be like it is everywhere else. “If this was any other ocean space in the world, no one would be saying, ‘We’ll have an artificial point that automatically gives us less.’’’
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EDMONTON — Alberta’s privacy commissioner is investigating a government department for leaking a politician’s cellphone bill. Commission spokesman Scott Sibbald said yesterday (Dec. 15) the bill belonged to former cabinet minister Thomas Lukaszuk. It was leaked to the Edmonton Sun in August and showed that Lukaszuk had rung up more than $20,000 in international data-roaming charges on a personal trip to Poland and Israel in 2012.
Lukaszuk has said another cabinet minister had called him in distress. The cabinet minister told him violence was involved and police were on the way, so Lukaszuk stayed on the line with the person until officers came. The next day, Lukaszuk — who was deputy premier at the time — contacted the premier’s office, he said. After documents were transmitted and a video conference was held via cellphone, it was determined it was a personal matter involving the
cabinet minister’s sibling, and not work-related. Lukaszuk said that was the end of it and he was just doing his job. He apologized for the high cost, adding his office fought with the service provider to have the bill reduced. He said the bill had only become an issue because of the Tory leadership race. The bill was sent to the newspaper a couple of weeks before Lukaszuk lost his bid to become the party’s new leader and premier. Sibbald said no one complained to the office about the leak. It was
the commissioner who initiated the investigation into Service Alberta because the bill contained the private information of other people, he said. “There were other cellphone numbers which are deemed personal information,’’ said Sibbald. “They were not released in accordance with the [Freedom of Information and Privacy] Act.’’ Privacy commissioner Jill Clayton said in a statement she advocates proactive disclosure of information to promote accountability and transparency.
Fight over ‘dirty’ oil label still ongoing OTTAWA — Like a movie monster from the black bog, a European Union directive that would stigmatize “dirty’’ imports of Canadian bitumen refuses to die. A vote today (Dec. 16) in the European Parliament could reject a compromise draft bill and revive strict labelling that would target unconventional crude, specifically Alberta’s oilsands. The vote was prompted earlier this month when the European Parliament’s environment committee flatly rejected the deal worked out after more than two years of lobbying by Canada. Under the original EU fuel quality directive, Canadian bitumen was to be rated 22 per cent more carbon-intensive than conventional oil, making it unattractive for European refineries. — The Canadian Press
“However, there are ways to protect personal information when disclosing this type of information under the FOIP Act and I’m concerned about the security of Service Alberta’s system to protect the privacy of individuals.’’ A spokeswoman for Service Alberta did not return calls for comment. Premier Jim Prentice said the government will co-operate with the investigation. “I have no knowledge personally whatsoever of these phone bills. I’ve never to this day seen them.’’
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HOUSEHOLD DEBT CLIMBS: STATS CANADA TORONTO — A sustained period of low interest rates has allowed Canadians to rack up record levels of debt which, along with tumbling oil prices, pose a threat to the country’s financial stability, economists say. The total credit market debt — which includes mortgages, non-mortgage loans and consumer credit — held by Canadian households hit a record high in the third quarter, climbing to 162.6 per cent of disposable income from a revised 161.5 per cent in the second quarter. That means Canadians owed about $1.63 for every dollar of disposable income, according to the latest figures
from Statistics Canada. “The Bank of Canada has a lot on its plate in terms of assessing risk to the Canadian economy,’’ Leslie Preston, an economist at TD Economics, said in a note. “The recent collapse in oil prices [is] likely to have an adverse effect on Canada’s growth over the next year, and particularly on incomes in oil-producing regions,’’ Preston said. “Now, household debt risks are heating up once again. “Overall developments argue for continued caution by the central bank, with interest rate hikes still a ways off in the future.’’ The bank’s overnight rate, which gener-
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MONTREAL — Quebec’s environmental review board says shale gas exploration in the province is not worth the risk. The agency report concludes there are too many potential negative consequences to the environment and to society from extracting natural gas from shale rock deposits along the St. Lawrence River. The report cites risks to air and water quality, potential increases in noise and light pollution and says the deposits in the province are located in densely populated areas along the river. In 2011, the Quebec government issued a moratorium on exploring for natural gas in the province until it finished an environmental assessment, which included the report published today. — The Canadian Press
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TUESDAY, December 16, 2014
JEAN MARIE MCDOUGALL MURPHY June 23, 1929 – December 2, 2014
Jean was predeceased by her husband, Frank, in 2003. She is survived by her sisters, Janet Walsh and Joan Simpson, her brother-in-law, Ernie Simpson, her children’s spouses, John Hamilton, Peter Holmgren and Leslie Lee and her grandchildren Kaleigh, Simone, Robert, Anna, Jacqueline, Rose and Paolo, as well as a large and loving extended family.
Naomi had a very hard life. Now she is at rest. Her many friends and family will miss her and all our prayers are with her. Viewing was held on Monday, December 15, 2014 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Rosewood Room at Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. The Funeral Service was held at 1:00 pm in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel. Following the service, Naomi was laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
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Jean was resilient, gracious and generous. She moved happily through any crowd, composed and engaged. Just as Frank had, and for fifty years alongside him, she left her mark on many communities because she lived in an inclusive and inquiring way, interested in events and people, keen to absorb and discuss. Some of these communities include Point Roberts, her golf club, the Liberals, her bridge groups, her church, Frank’s business colleagues, and her family. Friends of her family members were her friends and her home was always open. Jean was not one to be fazed by the size or nature of any task. She quietly addressed many challenges as though she did not notice the efforts required. She believed that she had been blessed with singular good fortune throughout her life. To have had Jean as our mother, and for so many years, was our good fortune. We have been privileged to be guided by her wisdom and compassion and to have received her love. Please give a smile when you think of her. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to a charity of your choice. Prayers were held at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 7, at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 1430 West 38th Avenue, with Visitation at 6:30 p.m. A Celebration of Jean’s Life was held at the same church at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 8, 2014 with a reception at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club at 4300 S.W. Marine Drive, with interment following.
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REX LUTHER WHITE Rex Luther White of Kamloops, BC passed away on Friday, December 12, 2014 at 82 years of age. He is survived by his wife Cherrie, children Debbie (Paul) White, Robert (Nancy) White, Trevor (Debbie) White, Rick (Mary) White, Loralee (Theo) Huisman, and Lynne (Tony) Milos; 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents, three siblings, and two daughters, Dianne-Lee (1953) and Sherry-Lynne (1962). Rex was born and raised in Enderby, BC where he and Cherrie started their 62 year marriage. After years spent in Clinton, Smithers and 100 Mile House, they settled in Monte Creek, where Rex happily returned to his farming roots. In 1999, Rex and Cherrie retired at Rivershore Golf Club. Rex touched the lives of many with his compassion and care, giving others a hand up in life. He will be lovingly remembered by his family for instilling his integrity and exemplary work ethic. The family would like to offer a special thanks to Dr. John Reid, the 911 operator and four GMS Attendants. Rex loved children, so in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. A Celebration of Rex’s life will take place at 1:00 pm on Friday, December 19, 2014 in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Drive.
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He is survived by his daughter Jo-Anne (Ken Leinweber) of Ashcroft, BC, his son Syd (Beth Aldred), his grandchildren Nick (Sharleen), Stephen (Chloe Tunis) all of Victoria, BC and Kate (Ronen) Segall of Toronto, his two great-grandsons Luca Portman and Sal Segall and sister-in-law Kay Smith as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Pat, his parents Fred and Edith Portman, his father-in-law and mother-in-law Senator Sydney and Mrs. Marion Smith, his nine siblings, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, as well as numerous friends and some nieces and nephews. He would want to be remembered to his great friends Jean Milton of Kamloops, Laverne McLeod of Westwold and Sandy and Jean Robinson of Jasper, AB. His family would like to express profound gratitude to the many people who enabled Bill to retain his independence for the past few years and provided assistance in his final weeks. To Dr. Brenda Laupland for her insightful spirit, skill and compassion; to Dr. Michael Wilson for his many years of friendship and support; to the pharmacists and staff of Pratt’s Pharmacy; to Nurse Next Door, in particular Jo-Anne and Virginia; to Simone Jennings, RD; Barbara of Community Dietician; the wonderful nurses and staff of 4 North RIH; Chaplain Mary Widmer and to the angels on earth at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice. Your kindness and care will never be forgotten. No service by request. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in the Spring. Schoenings in charge of arrangements. “Now cracks a noble heart, Good night sweet prince And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.”
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As a young man he both played and umpired baseball and both he and his wife Pat spent many happy years as members of the Kamloops Curling Club and later he took up golf. He was a great fisherman and spent many hours with both his children and grandchildren in the boat and at the family cabin at Paska Lake. He was a sports fan all his life and seldom missed a televised hockey, football or baseball game. A devoted reader, he was keenly interested in politics and welcomed lively discussion. Fiercely independent, determined and tenacious, he faced many health challenges over the years but was able to live in his own apartment, drive his own car and make his own decisions until the end. Mercifully, his final illness was short and throughout it, he showed both acceptance and grace. He had fought the good fight!
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Mr. John Elliott Sleypen passed away on December 3, 2014 at the age of 50 years. Lovingly remembered by his wife Cheryl Moes, his three sons Adam, Johnny, and Curtis, his four daughters Amber and Alyssa Sleypen, Ashley and Tiffany Rourke, his two grandchildren Alex and Arya. John is predeceased by his parents, Henry and Maria. John was a loving man with a great sense of humour. John enjoyed restoring vehicles, spending time at the shooting range, and playing pinball with his sons. John will always be remembered for his bigger than life laugh, and playful outlook on life. Celebration of John’s life will be held Saturday, December 20 at 12:00 in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Don Maione officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.schoening funeralservice.com
He was born in Kamloops on August 17th, 1927, the second youngest child of ten. His parents and grandparents were early settlers in the area. His boyhood was spent growing up in Westwold, a community he cherished all his life and where he attended many reunions and celebrations over the years, maintaining long established friendships and never losing his love of all things western: rodeo, ranching, livestock and country music. Like many of his generation, he was forced to give up dreams of higher education in order to go to work and help his family during the Great Depression and its aftermath. He had always wanted to attend university to become a pharmacist, but circumstances dictated a different path for him. He was so thrilled to see his children and grandchildren all pursue post-secondary education. He attended school in Westwold and Salmon Arm, before he returned to Kamloops and began his working career as a produce wholesaler. Starting as a Warehouseman/Driver, he worked his way up to become Manager of Slade & Stewart Wholesalers where he remained for many years. His work ethic was unshakeable and legendary. He worked very hard to provide a comfortable life for his family.
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WILLIAM LAURENCE (BILL) PORTMAN Gently, peacefully, without pain or anxiety, William Laurence (Bill) Portman quietly slipped away on the afternoon of December 11, 2014 in his 88th year from complications of prostate cancer.
It is with great sadness that Caroline, Elizabeth, Adrienne, John, Frances and Sarah Murphy announce that on December 2, 2014, our mother Jean, surrounded by her family, slipped away with the light in the late afternoon.
Naomi Esther Dyson of Kamloops passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 35 years of age. Her memory will be cherished by her mother Rose Dennis, her father Arnold Dyson, her son Damian Dyson-Jones of Barnhartvale, daughter Natalia Dyson-Jones of Barnhartvale, siblings Jad, Mary and Mike Dyson. Predeceased by her brother John Dyson.
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PAT SORENSEN March 24, 1938 – December 13, 2012
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Special thanks to each and everyone who was on the scene of the passing of Tony Reymer. Cpl Finn and the Kamloops RCMP for their kindness and consideration.
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Marisa Vest is excited to bring Cirque du Soleil home to where it all began, while Tim Hastings is simply happy to be going home after a whirlwind worldwide tour that included a bit of drama in the Middle East. Vest is originally from Vernon; Hastings is a Kelowna native — and both will be coming to Kamloops this month with Cirque’s Dralion show. Vest, 32, began working for Canada’s renowned travelling circus show four-anda-half years ago, but got her theatre start in high school. She studied drama in Vernon, but also travelled to Kamloops to watch Western Canada Theatre performances. “That was the closest professional theatre company,” she said of the respected Tournament Canada troupe. Trips to Kamloops weren’t compulsory for the program, but Vest wanted to go because, by that time, it was her goal to get into professional theatre. She raised money and gave up her nights after school to hop aboard a bus, grab dinner and catch performances at Sagebrush Theatre about four or five times per year. She remembers shows like Blood Brothers, Peter Pan and The Number 14, and said the drama program — and trips to Kamloops — laid the foundation for her eventual career with Cirque du Soleil. Theatre was a career option and not just a hobby, Vest said. After graduation, she earned a theatre degree from the University of Victoria, spent a few summers at The Banff Centre and, eventually, headed farther east to work at The Shaw Festival in Toronto.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The elements — fire, air, earth and water — are represented in unique performances during Dralion. DANIEL DESMARAIS PHOTO
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ean McKeown knows every detail. Whether someone’s arm is out of place on stage, a lighting cue isn’t fired at the exact right moment or a guitar note wasn’t struck when it should have been — he knows. As artistic director for Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion arena show, McKeown is in charge of maintaining the artistic integrity of the show, which comes down to all those “little tiny things,” he said. “People may not notice it, but I feel like if you let the details slide, then soon things become noticeable.” With 66 of the 100 or so people involved in the show reporting directly to him, McKeown takes notes on everything throughout the performances, even in the days leading up to the last Dralion
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arena shows in January. He’s spent over a decade working for Cirque du Soleil and, even though Dralion’s arena show has toured for more than four years, he still finds pages of things to be rehearsed or tweaked. Audience members wouldn’t catch any of it, though, because the show — just like the tour — is a well-oiled machine. The audience is immediately pulled into the show, engaged
by clowns roaming around the arena, creating laughable events and involving unexpected people, as others continue to filter in and find their seats or are caught off guard by one of the silly characters while about to sit down. For those who have never seen a Cirque du Soleil show in the 30 years since the Canadian venture was founded in Montreal, the premise involves classic circus elements throughout — like juggling,
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An aerial hoop routine is part of the many circus acts featured in Dralion. DANIEL DESMARAIS PHOTO
balancing, clowns, etc. — but with an artistic flare and extreme athleticism by acrobats who could undoubtedly qualify to compete among the highest sporting levels. The shows feature story lines or themes, a variety of performers, from dancers to acrobats and musicians from all over the world, and are either performed in a resident venue night after night, set up under a travelling “big top” tent or adapt to already built arenas. The organization is internationally recognized on the road and is known for its world-class shows in Las Vegas. Once the lights go out, audience members become part of a visual and audio adventure. Dralion’s story is based on the melding of Eastern and Western culture, tied in with the four elements. The elements — fire, air, earth and water — are each represented by different performers, who have
their own solo acts throughout the two-hour performance and who come together in harmony at the end of the show. Dralion is named for the dragon, representing the East, and the lion, representing the West. While audience members may find it difficult to follow a particular storyline during Dralion — it lacks a clear narrative — it doesn’t matter because the plot is more of a vessel for the impressive human tricks that Cirque is famous for. “You can’t choose to do this and be average at anything,” McKeown said. He’s right. The average person couldn’t pull of the magnificent feats that almost appear easy on stage. From hanging by their neck in an impressive aerial hoop routine, to backflipping off a 26-foot set resembling a Chinese temple and back on with help from a trampoline, Cirque performers prove they are a one-of-a-kind show and not
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The show cannot go on forever Jonathan Morin created this double-hooop prop for his performance in Dralion. MARK DELONG PHOTO
By the numbers About 7,200 wheels help roll out everything needed to put on the Dralion arena show. Everything that comes off the trucks is on wheels, one of the show’s stage managers told KTW. the circus you remember growing up. A juggling act includes up to seven balls at any given time, with balls tossed down from the ceiling, with the seemingly weightless white spheres caught on a performers toes. Jonathan Morin, who plays the character Kala, has created his own double-hooped prop called the cross wheel after eight or nine prototypes. He moves with it, spinning and maneuvering like an CITY OF
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extension of his very visibly physically defined body, designed for him — because it was. In another act, two aerial performers swing intertwined together like a beautiful dance in the sky with undeniable chemistry. It might be easy for audience members to relate to the seemingly relatable experience of skipping toward the end of the show, that is, until a group of about a dozen performers doubles up on each others backs and jumps on
top of each other, while hopping over the rope spanning the length of the stage. All that and more takes place among an aluminum panel set — which takes about five hours to set up at each new venue along with the stage — lights up, with a live band below and almost looks sticky the way way performers are able to bounce on and off the walls. The exotic costumes — about 3,000 pieces maintained by four permanent wardrobe staff — are washed and cared for in-house with seven travelling washing machines, three dryers, 24 rolling racks and 12 fans. The custom handmade shoes are mended and repainted daily. There are two Cirque staffers one could easily miss who are sitting about 45 feet in the air, manning the brightly lit spotlights
while strapped into what looks like the seat of a car, with the ability to spin a full 360 degrees for optimum arena lighting. McKeown said the show has changed “a lot, a lot, a lot, a lot.” The ending, for example, is entirely different, formerly with a clown parody to round out the performance. When the lights come back on at the end of the show, the word “wow” was a common utterance among audience members. “I’m pretty sure I just watched half that show with my jaw open,” one person said. And, it all comes back to those “little tiny things” McKeown keeps on track. He will be watching when the show lands in Kamloops from Dec. 24 to Dec. 28 to ensure the quality of it all. “The devil is in our detail.”
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Cirque du Soleil’s big-top Dralion show first premiered in Montreal in 1999. In 2010, it expanded to accommodate arenas around the world. After more than four years on the road, the show is coming to an end, with the final performance on Jan. 18 in Anchorage, Alaska. Staff told KTW the tour is ending because of the natural lifecycle of a show. In 2014, there were 19 different Cirque du Soleil shows around the world. It all started with a group of about 20 street performers in Quebec and has grown to include about 4,000 employees. Kamloops will be the fourth-last stop before the more than 100 cast and crew members of Dralion’s arena tour go their separate ways. — Jessica Wallace
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rian Strom doesn’t perform in Cirque du Soleil, but he’s juggling an act all his own. Strom and three others fuel the approximately 100 people who make up the cast and crew behind the scenes of Dralion’s arena show. A dining room is set up to seat about 60 people who filter in and out at lunch, at dinner and after the show. There’s coffee, juice and deli stations, along with a salad bar and hot and cold buffet — complete with homemade dessert made by an on-site baker. There are tables lined with condiments for different cultures — mayonnaise and Sirachi and barbecue sauces — among the usual salt, pepper and ketchup. About 200 meals are catered daily by Strom, front-of-house staff and a baker. Strom, who works for Spectrum, a U.S. catering company sub-contracted by Cirque, is in charge of it all. Catering 200 meals daily in a new location each week is no easy task. It means unloading a semitruck full of ovens, dishes and spices — among everything else found in a restaurant kitchen — and adapting to different venues on the road. It means setting up a mobile kitchen to fit the space, the
A peek inside Cirque du Soliel’s backstage kitchen, where feeding cast and crew is a performance in itself second-largest space-demanding department (behind only wardrobe) of the travelling show. For Strom, it has meant adjusting to space and temperatures, whether smushed into a Zamboni room or working outside in a tent. “It’s a game of Plan Bs,” he said. When Strom arrives at a new venue, he puts in an order to Sysco, which makes two deliveries throughout the week with the food necessities, which includes 75 dozen eggs and 80 to 100 pounds of bananas. “And,” he said, “gallons and gallons and gallons of apple and orange juice.” Strom will make a couple of small trips to local grocery stores, but gets most of the food delivered. After all, he is busy at the arena organizing food-service people to deal with a variety of diets. There are vegetarians who get at least one specially made hot dish and a vegetarian soup, among other available options. There is usually an Asian dish prepared for the 26 people from China. There is an omelette station set up every Sunday for brunch. Then, there are those who require halal meat, healthy options for athletes and the challenge of keeping things fresh after years on the road. “It’s providing options,” Strom said.
By the numbers About 35 pounds of protein is served at each meal for the 100-or-so members of Dralion’s cast and crew.
JESSICA WALLACE/KTW This is what Dralion’s travelling-kitchen buffet looked like when it was set up backstage at the Brandt Centre in Regina earlier this month.
Publicist Julie Desmarais can’t remember having the same meal twice in her four-plus years with the show. Strom said he wouldn’t go that far, but noted that if they used
vendor catering, chances are the food would get repetitive from venue to venue. “Hamburgers and hot dogs just don’t fly,” he said. Keeping up with the juicing
station alone is tricky. The group goes through between 100 and 110 pounds of carrots per week, along with about 35 pineapples and 25 pounds of beets. “They like carrots,” Strom said with a laugh. It’s complicated and labour-intensive work preparing the meals of Cirque but, like the rest of the show, it’s been finely tuned down to a science. The coffee station, for instance, folds up and closes and looks like nothing more than boxes used by bands on the road, packaged nicely from venue to venue. The two ovens have a 1,100pound cage to protect them from the inevitable wear and tear that comes from loading and unloading expensive and breakable appliances on and off semi-trucks and in and out of arenas. And, Strom has a place for everything on the semi — including a cold storage room. “It’s a lot of pre-planning,” he said. And plenty of juggling not seen by the audience.
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“Cirque was sort of my next big target,” she said. It was in 2010 — when Dralion’s arena show began — when Vest felt she was qualified for the specific skill set needed to be part of Cirque. Today, Vest is one of two stage managers among the 100 or so people who make up the show. She facilitates the “smooth and effective running” of training, rehearsals and performances and calls herself a “hub of information.” “Ideally, if we have done our job well, you won’t even notice that we’ve done anything,” she said. Hastings, a 29-yearold Cirque du Soleil carpenter, hasn’t been back to his hometown of Kelowna for Christmas in about seven years. It will be even more meaningful this year as Hastings has been on
the road with Dralion’s arena show for the last 14 months. He remembers his first day like it was yesterday. “I landed in Beirut the same night that a bunch of Lebanese hostages were being released from Syria,” he said. When Hastings landed, the Lebanese army was set up outside the airport with 300 or so other people. When he arrived at the hotel, he received a call from a Cirque manager. “Just so you know, there’a a good chance that you might hear some gunfire tonight,” he said he was told, along with the message there was nothing to worry about. “I was like, ‘Great,’” he said. “I kind of thought, ‘Well, this is going to be a bit of an adventure.’” Since then, Hastings has adjusted to life on the road.
JESSICA WALLACE/KTW Marisa Vest sits at her station at the Brandt Centre in Regina ahead of a Dralion performance earlier this month. The show’s stop in Kamloops will be a bit of a homecoming for Vest, who is from Vernon and spent time in her youth watching Western Canada Theatre productions.
He has learned to make his hotel room his own and to pack exactly what he needs. He has perfected life on the road to the point where needs only one bag — half of his permitted allowance — in which he carries plenty of socks and underwear. After visiting more
than 30 countries and building a “big family that you didn’t choose, but you’re happy you got stuck with,” Vest said she hasn’t looked back and is hoping to get on with another show once Dralion’s arena show ends in January. Having spent four years travelling with
much of the same crew and artists, Vest feels sad that the the show is closing, but noted it’s natural for every creative performance to have a certain lifespan. She’ll remember the sense of family, the one she’ll be with over the holidays in Kamloops when Dralion makes its way to the Tournament Capital for shows from Dec. 24 to Dec. 28. Vest plans to dress up for a cabaret-themed talent show, essentially the group’s Christmas party, while in town. Her parents have since moved away from Vernon, to the Coast, but it is perhaps appropriate for Vest to be so close to her former home for Christmas — where it all began. “I’m so excited to bring the show home,” she said. “I can’t think of a nicer present.” Hastings now lives in Vancouver, but keeps in
touch with family and friends the best he can, though it can be difficult. When they ask about touring with Cirque, he often tells people he doesn’t have time to visit tourist attractions at each new place. “When I’m travelling this much, I’m working,” he said. But, Hastings does have time for the occasional beer after the show and he has enjoyed his time exploring unexpected countries he’s fallen in love with — like Poland. He’s looking forward to having Christmas Day off, however, to drive to Kelowna and visit his mom and sister. After travelling through Europe, Russia, the United States and Canada, Hastings will be back in his childhood home and sleep in his old bedroom. “This will be a little weird,” he said.
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Simply the Best Thrift Store
Thrift Store volunteers - A variety of positions are available: sort/organize donations, cashiers, maintain retail displays, assist customers and more. There will be a hands on orientation and training available to all volunteers. Due to dedicated individuals like you, Simply the Best is able to provide affordable housing and operate personalized services to benefit individuals in our community. 18+ to volunteer. 250-377-8335
New to volunteer listings? Volunteer Kamloops releases volunteer opportunities every week, which are frequently published in Kamloops This Week. Whether you want to develop your resume, get out in the community, lend your skills or just try something new â&#x20AC;&#x201D; check future editions for all things volunteering. Canadian Mental Health Association Kamloops
Computer maintenance support Volunteers - The volunteers will maintain seven computers in the Clubhouse that are specifically for the use of our members. Duties include: troubleshooting, cleaning the computers including cache, cookies, and temporary internet files. The position will be for one to two hours once a week. The volunteers will also be available to answer the membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; questions, concerns, and for support. 19+ to volunteer. 250-374-0440 Ext: 104
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with their purchases. Schedules are set up in a way that works best for the volunteer and the agency. 16+ to volunteer. 250-376-1110
Canadian Mental Health Association Kamloops
Hairdressing volunteers - The volunteers will be cutting hair for individuals with long term mental illnesses. This is part of a program for building selfesteem. One volunteer needed during the day and one needed for the evening at the CMHA Clubhouse, 857 Seymour Street. 19+ to volunteer. 250-374-0440
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Find these and future volunteer listings online at kamloopsthisweek. Active living assistant and youth volunteer helpers - The volunteers will assist the staff while providing safe, fun, recreational, educational, and creative programs for people with disabilities. Food Safe, first aid, and any other certificates would be an asset. 15+ to volunteer and family volunteering friendly. 250-376-7878
Overlander Residential Care
Assistant to barber Volunteer will
accompany residents to the barber shop at Overlander and assist the barber. 16+ to volunteer. 250-554-5569
For these and many other volunteer opportunities please call 250-372-8313 or go online to volunteerkamloops.org.
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The Mercedes-Benz Year End Event. Take advantage of the season’s most exceptional offers. THE 2015 GLK 250 BlueTEC AVANTGARDE EDITION TOTAL PRICE1: $51,160* Finance APR †
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© 2014 Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. 2015 GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC Avantgarde Edition with optional AMG Sport Package and 20” AMG 5 twin spoke wheels/2015 ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC shown above, Total Prices $52,760/$64,760. Lease and finance offers based on the 2015 GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC Avantgarde/2015 ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC are available only through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services on approved credit for a limited time. *Total price of $51,160/$64,760 includes freight/PDI of up to $1,995, dealer admin fee of $395, air-conditioning levy of $100, EHF tires of up to $25, PPSA up to $45.48. *Lease example based on $498/$698 per month for 45/39 months. Down payment or equivalent trade of $9,555/$9,455 plus security deposit of $500/$700 and applicable taxes due at lease inception. MSRP starting at $48,600/$62,200. Lease APR of 3.9%/4.9% applies. Total obligation is $32,416/$37,337. 18,000/18,000 km/year allowance ($0.20/$0.30/km for excess kilometres applies). Finance example is based on a 60/60-month term and a finance APR of 1.9%/2.9% and an MSRP of $48,600/$62,200. Monthly payment is $765/$998 (excluding taxes) with $8,115/$9,775 down payment. Cost of borrowing is $2,145/$4,201 for a total obligation of $53,955/$69,611. [1] Additional cash credit of $2,000/$1,500 applicable to lease and finance offers on 2015 GLK/2015 M-Class Models (including AMG). Vehicle license, insurance, registration, and taxes are extra. Dealer may lease or finance for less. Offers may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. See Zimmer Autosport for details or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Relations Centre at 1-800-387-0100. Offers end December 31, 2014.
Sprinter’s Year-End Offer. THE 2015 SPRINTER 2500 144" CARGO VAN TOTAL PRICE*: $44,559 BEFORE $3,000 CASH INCENTIVE. LEASE OR FINANCE AND RECEIVE 3 YEARS NO-CHARGE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE.1 Lease APR
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© 2014 Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. 2015 Sprinter 2500 144” Cargo Van shown, national MSRP $41,300. *Cash purchase price of $41,559 includes total price of $44,559, after a $3,000 cash incentive. Taxes extra. *Lease offers based on the 2014 Sprinter 2500 144” Cargo Van available only through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (MBFS) on approved credit for a limited time. Lease example based on $499 per month for 60 months which includes a $3,000 discount off total price. Down payment or equivalent trade of $3,659 and applicable taxes due at lease inception. Lease example based on the total price of $41,559 which includes MSRP of $41,300, discount of $3,000 and all applicable fees (Freight/PDI $2,695, admin fee $395, EHF tire fee $25, air conditioning tax $100, PPSA $44.30). Licence, insurance, registration and taxes are extra. $3,000 discount is only available for 2015 Sprinter Cargo Vans. Total obligation is $49,717 which includes an end of lease residual value of $16,107. Dealer may sell for less. Offers may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. ¹3 years of scheduled maintenance covers the first 3 factory-scheduled maintenance services or 3 years, whichever comes first. Scheduled maintenance interval for model year 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is the earlier of 1 year or 30,000 km. The specific maintenance services included are as described in the applicable Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and Service/Maintenance Booklet. 2Caution: Crosswind Assist can only act within the laws of physics. If the driver exceeds the physical limits, even Crosswind Assist will not be able to prevent an accident. Offer is non-transferable, non-refundable and has no cash value. Only applicable on lease and finance offers. Certain limitations apply. See Zimmer Autosport for details or call the MB Customer Relations Centre at 1-800-387-0100. Offers end on December 31, 2014. Offers may be withdrawn without notice.
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Year
Description
Kilometres
Selling Price
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Class
Year
Description
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(Taxes extra)
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Class
Year
Description
Kilometres
Selling Price
(Taxes extra)
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U1553
B Class
2011
Mountain Grey
54,810 kms
$19,998
M11082A C Class
2011
Silver
50,829 kms
$27,998
M14126A GLK Class 2010
Silver
57,861 kms
$34,998
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Year
Description
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Description
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Class
Year
Description
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M11077
C Class
2011
Grey
44,125 kms
$35,998
M14146
CLA Class 2014
Calcite White
3,010 kms
$39,705
U1528
ML Class
2011
Black
54,100 kms
$47,998
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Class
Year
Description
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Class
Year
Description
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(Taxes extra)
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M14079
GLK Class 2014
Luzonit Grey
5,739 kms
$49,998
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GLK Class 2014
Iridium Silver
6,241 kms
$49,998
U1550
ML Class
2012
Obsidian Black
35,120 kms
$49,998
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Year
Description
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M14148
E Class
2014
Polar White
10,439 kms
$129,998
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Year
(Taxes extra)
U1533
GL Class
2011
Black
75,901 kms
(Taxes extra)
$59,998
M14123
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2014
Obsidian Black
4,896 kms
$117,998
(Taxes extra)
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Š 2014 Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. *0.9% financing only available through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services on approved credit for a limited time. Available for 24 month finance on model year 2010-2013 Certified Mercedes-Benz excluding AMG (less than 140,000 km). Finance example based on a 2010 model: $25,000 at 0.9% per annum equals $704.12 per month for 24 months. Cost of borrowing is $348.39 for a total obligation of $25,348.39. Down payment may be required. Vehicle licence, insurance, registration and sales taxes are extra. Dealer may lease or finance for less. Offer may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. See Zimmer Autosport for details or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Relations Centre at 1-800-387-0100. Offers end December 31st, 2014.
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Sprinterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Year-End Offer. THE 2015 SPRINTER 2500 144" PASSENGER VAN TOTAL PRICE*: $51,959 Starting at
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*
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$
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Š 2014 Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. 2015 Sprinter 2500 144â&#x20AC;? Passenger Van shown, national MSRP $48,700. *Cash purchase price of $49,959 includes total price of $51,959, after a $2,000 cash incentive. Total price of $51,959 includes freight/PDI of up to $2,695, dealer admin fee of $395, air conditioning levy of $100, EHF tires of up to $25, PPSA up to $44.30, and taxes extra. Dealer may sell for less. Offers may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. See Zimmer Autosport for details or call the MB Customer Relations Centre at 1-800-387-0100. Offers end on December 31, 2014. Offers may be withdrawn without notice.
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sure you’ve made the all necessary arrangements before heading to Florida, Mexico or the Caribbean. Here’s a quick checklist to help you get organized: • Tell a trusted friend or family-member about your plans and ask them to keep an eye on your place while you’re away. • Secure your home and turn off the water. • Cancel the newspapers. • Forward or stop mail delivery. • Make photocopies of your travel and personal documents for yourself and the trusted friend or family-mem-
ber as a precaution. • If you’re driving to your destination, find out if you need supplemental car insurance. • Find out if you need to update your shots. • Let your bank and credit card company know about your travel plans to avoid any confusion or service disruption. • Most importantly, buy travel insurance. The truth is that for many seniors heading south, buying travel insurance can be very stressful. We asked product expert Theresa Monsma at Desjardins Insurance to suggest
the best solution to this problem. “The part of the process that creates the most stress for snowbirds is the annual medical questionnaire. “So, we’ve created a product that requires one questionnaire and then provides four years of coverage upon approval,” Monsma said. “The travel insurance is called Quattra and it’s designed for those aged 61 and over. “Now snowbirds can relax knowing that if their health changes, their coverage won’t be affected until they reapply after four years. ” • When I buy my
policy, will I have to pay all four years’ worth of premiums at once? No, the premiums are payable annually. Your insurance will be renewed automatically each year unless you instruct us otherwise. We’ll send you a notice 30 days before the renewal date to give you time to make your decision. • If something happens to my health while I’m insured, can I keep travelling? The usual limitations for pre-existing illnesses and injuries will continue to apply to the Quattra annual travel
or look up the airport and/or airline regulations to determine if you can bring your own food. Food purchased at the airport or on the airplane will be more expensive and is often more unhealthy than meals you can prepare at home. When driving, pack a cooler instead of relying on truck stop eateries, which tend to be fast food restaurants. • Try to bring gifts rather than ship them. When possible, try to squeeze as many of your holiday gifts into your car rather than shipping them. Shipping costs can quickly add up, but you can save a lot of money if you make room for gifts in your trunk or in the backseat of your vehicle. Just be sure that the gifts do not compromise your visibility on the road. Even if you are flying, it might be more economical to place gifts in a bag you can check rather than paying separate shipping charges for each gift. Research the baggage fees ver-
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sus the cost of shipping to make a more informed decision. • Split hosting duties. If you want to save money but are accustomed to traveling to visit family and friends during the holiday season, then consider hosting a gathering at your own home. Friends and family likely won’t scoff at being relieved of some of their annual hosting duties, and you can limit the cost of your travel to just one trip instead of multiple trips. • Share lodging. If you are used to staying in hotels when traveling for the holiday season, then you may want to share a hotel room with family members who also stay in hotels. Lodging costs tend to be very expensive during the holiday season, but splitting such costs with a friend or family member can help you stay within budget. Traveling during the holiday season can be expensive, but those willing to make a few travel concessions can save themselves a substantial amount of money.
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Ron MacLean is a welcome guest in millions of homes across the country so, who better to give the keynote address for the Canadian Home Builders’ Association
Central Interior dinner meeting? The longtime host of CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada, MacLean will address the association on March 11, 2015.
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CANDY CANES HARD ON THOSE TEETH Between the baking, food and gifts, the holiday season can take a toll on kid’s teeth. The British Columbia Dental Association is encouraging healthy dental habits this Christmas. “Dental disease is largely preventable, yet many children still suffer unnecessarily from tooth decay and other oral health concerns,” notes British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) president Dr. Bruce Ward. The BCDA offers the following tips to help parents set their children up for good dental health for life: • Brush more not harder: A perfect way to start and finish the day, children should brush their teeth in the morning and at bedtime with a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste. This is a simple preventive measure that should be reinforced early on as part of a daily health routine. • Think about what they drink: Aside from sugar, pop and other carbonated beverages contain acids that can eat away tooth enamel. Diet drinks that don’t contain sugar are acidic and can be harmful to teeth. Milk and juice are better options during meal times; however, water is the always the best option, especially for drinking throughout the day. • Lead by example: Good dental health begins at home. Parents can demonstrate the value of good dental health by practising their own healthy habits. • Start early: Good dental care starts early. In fact, the best time for the first dental visit is recommended between six months and one year of age, or within six months of when you see the first tooth.
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The snow and rainstorms have started and it won’t be long before the temperatures start to dip. In the Interior, we have already experienced the cold. On the Coast, it seems every year the first snowfall creates chaos and adjusting to the conditions is a big challenge for many people. That said, driving in the winter season generally presents more problems than driving in other seasons wherever you call home. The vehicle and the driver must be prepared as well as possible to cope with these kinds of driving conditions. In winter driving, braking and stopping the vehicle, of course, cause the most difficult moments. The tires play a critical role in stopping the vehicle, and they need even more care and attention than in the other seasons. Most SUVs have a passenger car tire classification with M+S stamped on the sidewall, for Mud and Snow and are considered all-season tires. If it is not, your vehicle must be fitted with tires suitable for any type of climate, even the most severe ones. In winter the pressure of the tire must also be controlled more frequently. This is because a reduction of the outside temperature causes a contraction of the air inside the tire, accelerating the normal and gradual pressure loss process by a value around 1-2 PSI for each 5 C decrease in temperature. Contrary to popular opinion, a lower inflation pressure than normal does not improve tire traction on snow. It makes them much more
liable to damage. Always remember that in any season and with any temperature, insufficient pressure is always the main cause of tire damage. Here is some advice to always bear in mind it is during winter driving conditions: Use brakes carefully. Brake early. Brake correctly. It takes more time and distance to stop in icy conditions. Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the pavement. Do not use cruise control in winter conditions. Even roads that appear clear can have sudden slippery spots and the short touch of your brakes to deactivate the cruise control feature can cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Don’t get overconfident in your 4×4 vehicle. Remember that your four-wheel drive vehicle may help you get going quicker than other vehicles but it won’t help you stop any faster. Many 4×4 vehicles are heavier than passenger vehicles and actually may take longer to stop. Don’t get overconfident in your 4×4 vehicle’s traction. Your 4×4 can lose traction as quickly as a two-wheel drive vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes, do not pump them in attempting to stop. The right way is to step on the brake pedal and steer against the slide. Look further ahead in traffic than you normally do. Actions by cars and trucks will alert you more quickly to problems and give you a split second extra time to react safely.
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Hyundai is a company that pushes the envelope in terms of styling, vehicle content, engine choices and value, making others carmakers take notice. The last generation Hyundai Sonata, released in 2011, is a perfect example. The Fluidic Sculpture design language really set the pace for the mid-size class of cars. The competitors that followed, like the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, all took styling chances after that Sonata was introduced. The same too for the engine development, including smaller turbocharged four-cylinder engines and fuel saving directinjection technology; compared with the competition all this technology was ahead of the curve. Now, just a few years later, the Sonata gets another refresh, making this car more compelling than ever.
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As dynamic as the Fluidic Sculpture design was, it didn’t age well. Cars that are heavily styled can date quickly. With this in mind, Hyundai has backed away from the fluid approach to a more sculpted design that shares some styling cues from the top-of-range Hyundai Genesis. The front features a squarer grille opening, edgier bumper and front chin-spoiler. The base model is fitted with the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine has 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels with LED daytime running lights, halogen headlamps or HID lights on the limited trim. The performance oriented 2.0
Turbo Sport model, seen here, comes with a two-toned front spoiler, 18-inch wheels, standard HID headlamps, quad exhaust tips and a lower diffuser on the rear bumper. The top trim levels of both the 2.4L and 2.0 Sport have a blacked-out section of the front grille, which signifies the car comes with a forward collisionwarning system.
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As with the outside, the interior has been given a total refresh, no basic tweaking here. The same, more muted design is at work here too, now the all-new centre console is wider and flatter than the last car. This makes the car feel more open and airy, the brushed aluminum surround is bright and the way the buttons and dials are fitted is second to none. Fit and finish is one area that Hyundai does as well, if not better than most. Even on the base $23,999 GL model the Sonata comes with standard heated front seats, backup camera, Bluetooth, five-inch radio/ backup screen, satellite radio and USB connectivity. The $26,299 GLS adds a power driver’s seat, heated leather steering wheel and heated rear seats, and these are just the two entry-level cars. All cars now come with additional 2.5cm of rear legroom and a very useful trunk that is expandable, thanks
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Both the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and the 2.0L turbo have been carried over from the last model but they have been modified to produce better torque delivery and fuel economy. Hyundai has dropped the horsepower output from 198hp to 185hp in the 2.4L and limited the torque to 178hp. The 2.0L turbo also receives a horsepower drop from 274hp to 245hp and the torque drops from 268 lb.-ft to 160 lb.-ft. Hyundai claims that the torque is lower in the RPM range and the fuel consumption is improved. The experience behind the wheel of the turbo is still very invigorating but not as hectic as the last model, it delivers a more usable driving experience. Power is smooth and refined; the turbo feels like a V6 without the accompanying fuel bill.
Verdict
Hyundai has done it again, delivering a very attractive car, full of features and at an attractive price. 2.4L models range from $23,999 to $32,999 in the top Limited trim. This model has most of the features found in the top 2.0L turbo but without the added power. The base 2.0L turbo starts at $30,999 and the top Ultimate model, seen here, is $34,799. Both the Limited and Ultimate get the forward collision warning system and lane departure safety features. For 2015, the Sonata is a big step foreword in design, the added safety features will be attractive as is the constant pushing-of-the-envelope from Hyundai is welcome.
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Cowichan Bay Sawmill – Duncan, B.C. Complete job details can be viewed at: http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/ our-people-employment/careers/ Western Forest Products Inc. is a margin focused integrated company safely producing lumber from coastal forests. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com As only short listed candidates will be contacted, WFP thanks you in advance for your interest in our Company. Please visit us at www.westernforest.com
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PROGRESSIVE Industrial Vegetation Service Company is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee its operations in the Grande Prairie, AB region. The successful applicant will have management experience and excellent communication and people skills. This position offers a competitive remuneration package and time off flexibility in the winter months. Interested applicants can email their resume to mail@melbern.ca
We require qualified US capable Class 1 drivers immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
If you see a wildfire, report it to
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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 Drivers, F/T, P/T for California & Arizona produce hauling, excellent pay and benefits, safety bonus and home time. Call Jerry or Bill 1-877-539-1750.
Education/Trade Schools FOODSAFE COURSE by Certified Instructor January 17th 8:30am-3:00pm $70 Pre-register by phoning 250-554-9762
SALMON Arm logging company looking for fulltime contract logging trucks, or drivers. Steady year round haul, home every night. Drivers must have bush experience. Please email westwaylogging@shaw.ca or call 778-489-0118 daytime only.
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-5280809 to start training for your workat-home career today!
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We are looking for a Service Advisor for a fast paced Nissan Service Department. Automotive experience is an asset. We are looking for an individual who can give top tier customer service to our excellent customer base and bring a friendly attitude to our team. We have experienced excellent growth while still maintaining top customer satisfaction scores. We need the right individual who enjoys customer service and can adapt to different situations.
Come be part of Kamloops’ fastest-growing auto dealership!
Accountant (F/T) required in Chase for retail business with 7 stores in BC. Duties include F/S preparation; oversee and assist with A/P & A/R; bank recs; GST, PST, & WCB remittances; and other accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree and near or recent completion of an accounting designation; accounting diploma and significant relevant experience will be considered. Send resume (pdf or MS Word format) to billlong@pdmstores.com
EARN EXTRA $$$
KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city. Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462
Please drop off resume to 2405 East Trans Canada Highway Kamloops, BC. V2C 4A9
6764126
Rivershore Ram HERE WE GROW AGAIN!
Help Wanted Wok Box Kamloops Line Cook f/t p/t call 250-574-2155 or drop resume off #330- 1055 Hillside drive next to Walmart.
250-374-0462
Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information.
Help Wanted
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Work Wanted Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst/Office Worker/Tutor Detail-oriented, organized, problem-solver, extremely computer literate. Strong proofreading, editing, technical-writing, public-speaking skills. Can teach practically anything I know. IT work preferred, but any job using problem-solving skills could be a good match. Gene Wirchenko, genew@telus.net 828-1474
Floor Refinishing/ Installations
Stucco/Siding
Seeking Resident Manager couple that are willing to consider relocation. Must have strong communication skills, be computer literate and experience with the Residential Tenancy Branch an asset. Basic maintenance skills for plumbing, drywall, carpentry a must. Please submit resume via fax: 778-471-7170, email:
Medical/Dental
Help Wanted
is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries. Vehicle is required. For more information please call the Circulation Department at
Services
or drop off at 109 Victoria Street.
SHOP LOCALLY
I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679
Services
kamloopsapartmentrent@shaw.ca
250-376-7970
GP Industrial Park Auto Body in Grande Prairie, Alberta is hiring collision repair technicians and painters. Must have min 2 years experience. Email resume to: info@gpauto body.com. Find out more about us at gpautobody.com
RIVER CITY NISSAN/ RIVER CITY NISSAN RIVER CITY AUTO CORNER
full-timeAdvisor sales Service
HUNTER & FIREARMS
Courses. Next C.O.R.E. January 10th & 11th. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. December 28th, Sunday. Challenges, Testing ongoing daily. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:
Bill
Employment
Employment
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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.
Teachers SYLVAN Learning Centre (Kamloops tel: 250-851-3829) seeking Instructors to teach students grade 2 - 8 * Excellent communication skills / positive team player / training provided. Email: mikemcrae@telus.net Fax 250-851-3819.
Trades, Technical CEDA is Hiring! Labourers & Operators – Turnaround Projects • • • •
Qualifications include: Physically demanding Clean driver’s abstract Travel within Alberta Class 1/3 driver’s license an asset
Help for today. Hope for Tomorrow. Call 1-800-667-3742
Services
We are looking for people with: • • • •
A strong work ethic Basic computer skills Ability to communicate easily with people Must possess a very high degree of integrity
This is a great position for people who like to talk to people in a non-pressure environment. We are looking for people interested in a long term career, not just a job.
Please forward resumes to dlaporte@ramtrucks.ca qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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Mind Body Spirit Relax and unwind with a full body massage for appointment couples welcome (250) 682-1802
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Financial Services ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now & see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783. 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!
Nutrition/Diet WEIGHT loss, 30 days, proven, healthy, money back guarant. Email: lb@oadda.com 250-900-1254
Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping
RICKS’S SMALL HAUL For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!
250-377-3457
Heat, Air, Refrig.
FURNACE
SALES & SERVICE J.WALSH & SONS 2321 E. Trans-Canada Hwy. Kamloops 250.372.5115
FIREPLACE
SALE NOW ON! J.WALSH & SONS 2321 E. Trans-Canada Hwy. Kamloops 250.372.5115
FURNACE DUCT CLEANING
BOOKKEEPING. Do you need help with your bookkeeping? Call Judy 250-573-4382.
J.WALSH & SONS 2321 E. Trans-Canada Hwy. Kamloops 250.372.5115
Electrical
Landscaping
SUNDANCE ELECTRIC
YOUR BUSINESS HERE
HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774.
Call Gerry 250-574-4602
Run your 1x1 semi display classified in every issue of Kamloops This Week
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Work Wanted
“A” Licensed and Bonded Serving Kamloops Small Jobs & Silver Label on older Mobile Homes
sundanceelectric.ca
Sales Consultants:
This is a non-commission position Salary, Volume Bonus & Car Allowance Benefits Package Great Hours Brand New Facility Great Product & Support Staff Training Provided
FLOORS WE CAN BOTH BE PROUD OF SINCE 1939 Cody Sandover 778-319-9471
The link to your community
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Hardwood oor sanding and renishing, new installations and repairs.
Christmas $$$ Join the Kamloops This Week Carrier Crew
We are looking for responsible, hardworking individuals that want to work part-time only for door-to-door delivery
3 days a week. Vehicle an asset.
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Plumbing
HOT WATER TANKS REPLACEMENT
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Snowclearing
Pets & Livestock
Pets Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.
PETS For Sale? TRI-CITY SPECIAL! for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm. (250)371-4949 classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com *some restrictions apply.
Merchandise for Sale $500 & Under
Do you have an item for sale under $750? Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?
Call our Classified Department for details!
250-371-4949 *some restrictions apply
Computer Equipment WANTED! Newer MacBook Pro or MacBook Air 250-3711333
Firearms RCMP Centennial Rifle Model 94 30-30 Winchester never been fired. $1400. 573-4197. Winchester Model-1300 Defender 12 g pistol grip. Never been fired. $500. 376-2077.
Free Items Free 33 inch Sony TV w/stand older style works well u pick up (250) 579-5875 Free Dining room table w/4 chairs u pick up (250) 5733814
Firewood/Fuel
Residential snow removal any size, anytime. 250-319-9340.
ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250)377-3457.
Livestock
Livestock
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR
- Regular & Screened Sizes -
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110
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Merchandise for Sale Firewood/Fuel PELLETS Pinnacle Fir……..$260 a ton Pinnacle SPF……$225 a ton Quality Pinnacle Pellets from Armstrong, taxes included in price. 250-578-8733 or 250-319-7564 B&B Alternative Heating
Furniture Dining Room Table c/w lazy susan & 4-chairs. Dark Wood 54” diam. round. Like new. $400. 778-471-1951.
Tan colour large sectional. 1yr. old. Pd 1300. Asking 800/obo. 250-852-1663.
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Medical Supplies Elec wheelchair Compass mid wheel drive new cond, ext cap batt incl + charger $3000obo (250) 554-7379 Invacare pwr wheel chair, $3000, King size medical bed (2 twins together) $1350 (250) 579-5231 aft 6pm
Misc. for Sale 1-set of Nokian Winters on rims 235/75/R16. Used one season. Regular price new $1200 selling for $600. Call 250-851-1304. 8FT. Red canopy fits 2007 4x4 Chev Silverado, fully insulated. $1,100. 250-851-8871.
Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
For Sale By Owner
Apt/Condo for Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent
Townhouses
For Sale By Owner $55.00 Special!
1bdrm renovated Apartment $750 a mnt + util. Avail Now n/p, a/c, laundry, free parking, close to bus route & shopping (250) 377-8304
The Sands, Lower Sahali. Centrally located, renovated 1 Bdrms, $850-$900. 250-8281711.
3BDRM 3bth Valleyview pet neg, $1300 close to school and shopping. Avail Immed. 250-374-5586 / 250-371-0206 JUNIPER TERRACE 3bdrm townhouse, 1.5 bathrooms, 5 appliances, garage, patio,$1,250.00/mo. min. 1 year lease. Available immediately. Gateway 250-372-1231
Hunter Gas fireplace insert incl. logs, lava rock and glowing embers works great $295 obo (250) 578-7449 MISC4Sale: Camperette $300, Oak Table Chairs-$400, 2-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg. Nordic Track Walk Fit Treadmill Self powered with arm exerciser poles like new $625obo (250) 578-7449 Precision Edge Compound Bow 1050s asking $250firm 250-819-9711
ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive
TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES $180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy: rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666
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cluding photo) that will run for one week (three editions)in Kamloops This Week. Our award winning paper is delivered to over 30,000 homes in Kamloops every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday..
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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
Houses For Sale
Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
Misc. Wanted A Collector wants to buy your silver coins, Ingots, collectors coins, old money, o ld stone carvings, sculptures. Todd, 250-864-3521
Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477 STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS...”REALLY BIG SALE!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
STEEL BUILDINGS. “Really big sale!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit www.pioneersteel.ca Villageois Cherry Qu Bed Head and foot brd adj. base $500 (250) 828-0871
Classifieds Get Results!
Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 778-281-0030. Local. PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670
Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale
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For Sale By Owner FOR SALE: 2 Bdrm apartment on Flamingo Road in Valleyview, Kamloops, BC 250-3748586
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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 XMAS SEASON SPECIAL PRICE $699,000. One of a kind, 4 year old 2 storey luxurious, spacious home. 2500 sq. ft.on 2 floors plus a 2180 sq ft. basement. Captivating panoramic (east facing) view. Willing to trade for a newer rancher between $400,000 and $450,000 + For further details, list of extras, reason for selling, and an 8 minute video CALL 250-554-2101 OR 250-371-4801
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1&2BDRM a/c, patio, n/p ref required heat and hot water incl (250) 376-1485. Southill Manor 2bdrm apt. ac, ns, np, next to shopping and bus. $775. 250-376-9059
Executive furnished apartment. 2bdrm 2bth quiet residential neighborhood, excellent location for temporary posting. Fully furnished down to the wine glasses 250-5549993 or email: msallis@wf.net GARDEN VIEW APARTMENTS - BROCK Modern 2bdrm apts., 5 appliances, a/c, video monitoring, secure bldg., $870/mos. + utilities, min. 6 mos. lease. No Smoking & No Pets. 250-3762254.
Juniper Village 2 or 3 Bedroom Condos Juniper, 1-2 bathrooms Hot Water Heat Included. $1,000-$1,150 + Hydro Sunden Management Ltd (250) 376-0062
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Bed & Breakfast BC Best Buy Classified’s Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC. Call 250-371-4949 for more information
3BDRM +den 2 1/2 bth. Fnc’d yd. NS, $1200. DD&Refs. N Shore call aft 3pm 554-6978. Brock 3 bdrm 2bath large S/F W/D hookup A/C fenced N/P N/S $1225 +util. 250-578-7529
Modular Homes 2bdrm mobile quiet area 5 min from shopping yard& shed N/P landlord ref $900 +util Avail Jan 1 250-579-8913aft 6pm
Homes for Rent Looking for a Rental in Kamloops or Logan Lake? Check out our Listings at
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NORTH SHORE
Rooms for Rent
1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet building. Rents starting at $625 + utilities.
CALL 250-682-2293 250-682-0312 ONE Month Free Rent and Free Telus Cable and Internet for one year! New 55+ living. Next to North Hills Mall with in suite laundry, balconies, A/C, rooftop terrace, amenities room, parking and storage. Pet friendly. $850/mth. Call 250-819-0101.
RIVIERA VILLA 1&2/BDRM Suites
1/bdrm starting at $675/mth 2/bdrm starting at $800/mth Incl/heat, hot water. N/P. Senior oriented.
250-554-7888
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“Read All About It” Kamloops This Week Run Till Rented gives you endless possibilities... $5300 + tax Max 3 Lines Max 12 Weeks Must be pre-paid (no refunds) Scheduled for 4 weeks at a time (Must phone to reschedule)
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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
Duplex / 4 Plex
DOWNTOWN Motel Kitchenette units $750-$800 per month util included. TV and local telephone also included 250-372-7761 Room men only. Avail Immed, furn,w/d.s/f,tv,sitting rm util incl near Safeway $400 554-1244
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Transportation
Antiques / Classics 1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $6000 obo (250) 376-5722
Auto Accessories/Parts 2-215/60R16 Snow tires, $200 2-245/50VR16 Eagle Snow $200, 4-275/45R20 Eagle M&S $400, 2-225/60R16 M&S $200, 2-275/40ZR17 M&S $300 call 250-319-8784 4 Bridgestone Winters on BMW Rims 185/70R14 used one season. $400. 374-5251. 4 P235/65/R16 Goodyear MS Nordic. 85% tread. $300. 250579-2194. 4 Winter Claw Extreme Grip LT265/70 R17. & 5 hole Steel Wheels for Dodge 1500. $850. 314-6620.
Cars - Domestic
RV Pads RV sites year round Valleyview, fully serviced. Incl cable/hydro, coin lndry. $650/mo. daily weekly rates. 250-573-3255. RV site, winterized, in town. North Shore, fully serviced, incl cable, util, tel hookup, coin lndy, starting @ $525/mo 250376-1421
Shared Accommodation Basement suite male util, internet/cable w/d, incl in quiet clean owner occupied home $450 n/s, n/p 376-7484/ 250320-7707 Looking for roommate to share mobile in Westsyde. N/S. $550/mo. 250-579-2600. Male seeking roommate Westsyde Furn. Close to bus $550/mo util incl. Call 250579-2480.
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Merchandise for Sale
Dining room table & hutch/6chairs. $300obo 250319-5258. Oak China Cabinet. $500/obo. Armoire. $500/obo. Good cond. 250-672-9408 (McLure).
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1bdrm Brock. $750/month plus dd. Incl util. W/D. Private ent. N/S, no parties. Ref req. 250-571-3553 1bdrm furnished suite near RIH for 1 quiet working person/student. N/S, N/P, No partiers. $775/mo. 250-374-9281. 2bdrm 4 working person or couple, central air, $850 ref vacant shared util 376-0633 2bdrms, N/Shore. 4-appls. N/S, $880/mo inclds util. Call 250-852-0909, 250-376-5913 BRIGHT 2bdrm Lower Sahali, $1050/mo incl util, ldry, wifi, n/s/p availJan1, 250-377-3916 Cumfy 1bdrm. Close to University, Hospital. Perfect for student or quiet person. Excellent Location. ns/np. Call now $495-$725 (250) 299-6477 Logan Lake 1bdrm furnished, all util incl, wheel chair accessible $650 250-523-6829 North Kamloops brand new 1bdrm suite. New appl. N/S, N/P. $875. 250-318-0023. Waterfront 1bdrm bsmt suite, Westmount. $825 incld W/D, util. N/S, N/P. 250-572-5117.
1986 BMW Coupe 325i. 6cyl. 5spd. Looks good, runs good. Extras. $3,600. 250374-5251. 1990 Toyota Carib. AWD. 131,000kms. New winters. $3500/obo. 250-377-6875. 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 5.7L, 53,000kms. Exc Hwy car, new tires. $4,300. 250-319-4104. 1999 Red Ford Escort Auto 2yr old motor excel tran, 2 set tires, very gd body As is ICBC W/O $600 obo 250-672-9712 or 250-819-9712 2005 Volvo XC90 AWD. 2.5T. 5passenger, fully loaded. Low mileage. New all-seasons. $10,000. 250-374-6151. 2011 Mercedes CLS 550. 4dr. coupe, fully equipped. AMG sport pkg, V-8, 40,000kms. New $97,000, Now $49,800. 250-319-8784. 97 Camaro Z28 350 6spd 120,000km black loaded $9,000obo (250) 319-7058
RUN UNTIL SOLD ONLY $35.00(plus Tax) (250)371-4949 *some restrictions apply call for details
Cars - Sports & Imports 03 Honda Civic Sport 4dr auto, loaded, new winters. Like new $6000obo 250-319-2173
2001 BMW 540i “M” Sport (Rare Model) 4.4L/6spd. Slvr/Blk. 223K 2 full sets whls.(smr/wntr) on OEM rims. Roof rack. Exc. Cond $8995 Ph (250) 374-0070
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Transportation
Transportation
Transportation
Transportation
Motorcycles
Recreational/Sale
Sport Utility Vehicle
Trucks - Logging
Transportation
Adult
Boats
Escorts
Escorts
1ST CHOICE
Hot Sexy Asian girl 23 years old 5’4” 36C 120lbs, Pretty, friendly and sweet. No rush 778-220-5372
2009 Vulcan LT Kawasaki. Blue, 43,050kms. 1-owner. Excellent Condition. $5,000. 250372-7116.
1996 Seadoo, 5-seater jet boat & trailer. New motor & impellars, many extras. Excellent shape. $7,000. 250-672-9887.
Recreational/Sale
2007 Sea Doo Speed Boat, 4 Seater.$15,000obo Call 250320-5194 (after 6pm)or lv msg
1990 8’10” Slumber Queen Camper w/boat loader. $5,500. 250-374-9671. 1991 27ft. 5th Wheel. Fully loaded, like new. Everything incld. Shower, toilet never used. $8,000. 250-579-9029.
2006 36ft. Forest River Georgetown XL. Loaded, 19,560miles. 3-slides. Gen, winter pkg. Awnings. New Mich tires. $68,000. 3728820/574-0090.
2003 Chev Tracker. 4cyl, auto. 130,000kms. Good condition. $6,500. 250-3747979.
1992 GMC Dump Truck 366 V8 on propane, 5spd manual tranny, hyd brakes. Incl inbox hyd sander and 10’ snow blade. Clean title $13000 obo 250-574-2766 or 250-376-1872 IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS
Trucks & Vans 1993 31ft. Bounder. Exc. cond. Must See. 87,000miles. Generator. Exec tires. Awning/screens. Repainted, satellite, sleeps/6. 454 eng. Hitch/tow pkg. New MW/fridge. $19,500. 250-376-8471.
2007 Jayco Baha Trailer Rare off road edition. Front deck for ATV/Dirt Bikes Furnace, fridge, in/out stove, bbq, extra water tank Large Mud Tires for clearance, Heavy duty steel frame $7500 250-682-3511
1994 Mazda pickup 6 cyl 2wd manual, canopy winters 244,000km $2200. 374-7708 1996 GMC Suburban good shape runs great $3200obo Call (250) 571-2107 1998 Ford E350 cube van 16’box w/ramp V10 gas with auto tran $6100 250-459-2275 1999 Chev Dually diesel low km, great cond incl new canopy needs tires $7700 (250) 579-5231 aft 6pm 1999 GMC 2500 longbox, 4x4, 6L, auto loaded. 200kms. $8500/obo. 250-371-2129. 2005 Dodge 1500 Truck. 5.7L Hemi, canopy, new winters, good summers only 115,000 kms. $7,900. 250-828-6746. 2006 GMC W3500. 5.3L, Isuzu diesel. Med duty tilt cab wit air dam. 16ft. alum box with roll-up back door. Auto, PW, PL, exhaust brake. 375,000kms. 1-owner. $9,000/obo. 250-828-0599.
1995 Jayco Trailer 30ft. No slide-outs. Good shape. $7500/obo. 250-851-0264.
Run until sold
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1998 24ft. Citation Class C Motorhome. 163,000kms. Well maintained with records. Ind. solar panel. $14,000. 250-523-6446.
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2004 Lexington motor home well equipped new tires like new only 36000 miles call $32,000 obo 250 573-2332
91 Toyota fully rebuilt, 6 cyl, std 4x4 - lift, winch, 33” tires, hitch, newer seats/carpet – awesome ride. Extra parts. $5600/obo 250-319-1946
2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6 winter pkg, fully loaded, $17,000. 250-376-1655 2005 8ft. Okanagan Camper with solar panel. $10,500. 250554-8031. 26’ Champion motorhome, 440 motor. reno’d ($3000/receipts) $2675/obo. 778-4721547 9FT Okanagan Camper. F/S, bathroom. Good shape. $3,900/obo. 250-376-1841. Wanted 23/24 ft used Class A motor home call Garry (250) 318-6551
2011 Ski Doo Summit 800. 154 track. Only 4200km $8000 (250) 851-6879
93 Dodge Cummins 2wd 266,533km rebuilt trans ext cab gd rubber gd shape $3150 (403) 581-3823
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2015 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE The 2015 Regular Council Meetings shall be held on the first (1st) and third (3rd) Tuesday’s of each month, excluding July, August and shall be held in Council Chambers at the District office at #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, commencing at 7:00 p.m. as follows: January 6 February 3 March 3 April 7 May 5 June 2 July 14 August 11 September 1 October 6 November 3 December 1
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WEEKLY CROSSWORD
ACROSS 1. Breezed through 5. What part of (abbr.) 8. Reciprocal of a sine 11. Moves suddenly 13. Household god (Roman) 14. Picasso mistress Dora 15. Old Italian monetary units 16. Brew 17. Especially capable 18. Coffeehouses 20. Not 21. Holly genus 22. Work done after 40 hrs
25. Immunization 30. More aseptic 31. The brain and spinal cord (abbr.) 32. Cambodian monetary units 33. Toward the stern 38. Wrath 41. Nicaraguan capital 43. Artifact recycling center 45. Injure severely 47. A steep rugged rock or cliff 49. Nothing 50. Bangladesh capital 55. Ground up corn 56. Measure of disc
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storage density 57. Smart ___: irritating 59. Persian dialect spoken in Afghanistan 60. Former CIA 61. Spanish auxilliary verb 62. ___ Titanic 63. Teensy 64. Banana genus DOWN 1. Deaf signing 2. Fashionable 3. Girl’s name meaning “snow” in Welsh 4. Unhearing 5. Heavenly body
6. About heat energy 7. New Jersey capital 8. Steel rope 9. Selling 10. Eurasian land rail genus 12. Point midway between S and SE 14. Disfigure 19. Sound unit 23.Volt-ampere 24. Mentally deranged 25. TV taping device 26. 4th Caliph of Islam 27. Musician ___ Lo Green 28. Golden state (abbr.) 29. Importune 34. A recess in a wall 35. Honorable title (Turkish) 36. Hairy coat of a mammal 37. Small amount 39. Arc of spectral colors 40. Oval 41. Gym floor padding 42. Used of tobacco 44. Overnight case 45.Volcanic craters 46. Tangerine grapefruit hybrid 47. Military leader (abbr.) 48. Enlarge a hole 51. Express pleasure 52. Bivalve mollusk 53. Philippine Island, city and harbor 54. Unreturnable serves 58. Malaysian Isthmus
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
Gemini, try to avoid focusing on just one issue for too long. Sometimes you simply must trust your instincts and forge ahead anyway. Let past experience guide you this week.
There may be more to the big picture than you are seeing, Sagittarius. Gather the facts before you jump to any conclusions.You may just see things from a different perspective.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
Spontaneity beckons,Virgo, even though you are a careful planner who puts a lot of thought into your decisions. Overthinking is more hassle than it’s worth this week.
GRIZZWELLS
BY BILL SCHORR
K I T ’ N ’ C A R LY L E
HERMAN
BY LARRY WRIGHT
BY JIM UNGER
Back up your promises with decisive action, Scorpio.That’s the only way to prove to others that your word means something and you are committed to honoring your commitments.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
Financial matters are looming and a decision must be made, Leo. Don’t be overcome with anxiety, as all you need to do is carefully examine your finances to come up with a solution.
BY LINCOLN PEIRCE
Someone may catch you off guard this week, Libra.This person will bring a welcome surprise, so look forward to this unexpected encounter.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, avoid the temptation to take on too many responsibilities this week. If you don’t, you might not get much done.Think before you accept more work.
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Dec 16 - Dec 22, 2014 LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
Taurus, motivation may not be strong this week, so begin with some menial tasks around the house and build up to bigger plans. Eventually you will find a groove.
B I G N AT E
TUESDAY, December 16, 2014 BY BOB THAVES
Crossword Answers FOUND ON B8
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, although you are full of excitement this week, rein in some of those feelings so you can focus on the tasks at hand. Use your energy to your advantage.
FRANK & ERNEST
Capricorn, you are riding high and looking to share your good fortune with others. Make the most of this chance to improve the lives of those around you.
Aquarius, you have an idea about how to tackle a difficult obstacle, but someone crosses your path with a different agenda. Perhaps there’s a way to work together.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, avoid open conflict without being a pushover this week. Find the middle ground and try to understand another’s perspective.
MATH MINDBENDER
MORE COLOURS You have some blocks, with each block being a solid colour of one of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet. 1) There are more violet blocks than orange blocks. 2) The quantities of blocks of each colour are in a five-number range and each of the five values is used. 3) There are fewer violet blocks than yellow blocks. 4) The quantity value for orange blocks is the value used twice. 5) The number of yellow blocks is a prime number. 6) Exactly three of the quantity values are primes. 7) There are more blue blocks than violet blocks. 8) The quantity value used twice is not prime, but the total number of blocks is prime. 9) There are fewer red blocks than green blocks. Given the above, how many blocks are there of each of the six colours? (A prime is a number with only two factors: one and itself. For example, 5 is a prime, but 6 is not a prime, since 2 times 3 = 6.)
Answer to last week’s Chess Setup puzzle: The arrangements by piece type: pawns (8! arrangements), bishops, knights, rooks (2! arrangements for each), king and queen (1 arrangement). Multiply all these together to get 8!2!2!2!1!1! = 322560. Send your answer to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com. Deadline is 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19. This puzzle is by Gene Wirchenko. His blog, genew.ca, has other puzzles and articles.
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
STRAIGHT FROM SANTA’S MAILBAG In the spirit of the season, we’re pleased to share these heartwarming letters from Santa’s youngest fans.
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Merry Christmas, neighbours
Remember when we were kids? We played until the street lights came on, and if the snow was falling down it was the best day ever. We tobogganed down hills and did our best to make snowmen and igloos in our front yards. We were never alone — we had our neighbours. It’s great to see that same spirit alive and well on the North Shore. We just need the snow to come back. It always seems that the more things change, the more they stay the same, even in the 21st Century. In this wired-in age
STEPHEN PUHALLO
Executive Director NSBIA
we still have fun in the winter, but there are new community corners found through social media. With all of the new online options, it’s still North Shore neighbours looking out for
each other, whether by phone or on Facebook. The North Shore is about community — it always has been and it always will be. From the overlanders of the 1800s to the agriculturalists and developers of the 20th Century, the genesis of our modern North Shore community was formed, a heritage seen on street signs bearing their names and by the North Shore’s mosaic of cultures. Around this time of year, shopping for Christmas presents becomes part of our focus. Challenge your-
self to fill out your Christmas shopping list on the North Shore. From North Hills Mall to Brocklehurst Shopping Centre, the Tranquille Market area to the 8th Street and 12th Street corridors and Fortune Centre, you’ll find unique items and stay close to home. We did the majority of our shopping here on the North Shore. Sippers has everything needed for the wine lovers on your list. We still have a traditional rent and buy video store at Brock Video Mart, and dads can use anything from
Surplus Herby’s. Grab a Starbucks while you shop at Fortune Centre Safeway, find electronics at Source-Circuit City, Christmas decorations at Canadian Tire or a lunch with friends at JamCan Cafe. Your Christmas shopping list is on the North Shore. You’ll save fuel in your car, shop in the comfort of your neigh-
bourhood, and support local businesses. Come see what this great area of Kamloops has to offer. This area of town is generational. Our parents grew up and shopped here, we are shopping here and the next generation is growing up with the same pride. We are the North Shore. This holiday season, we invite everyone to shop on the North
Shore. You can find what you need for every family member. There is a sense of pride and comfort when you shop in your own neighbourhood. Support your local businesses this holiday season. We challenge you to buy close to home and rediscover your North Shore. From our families to yours, Merry Christmas, neighbours.
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STRAIGHT FROM SANTA’S MAILBAG In the spirit of the season, we’re pleased to share these heartwarming letters from Santa’s youngest fans.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS Here’s hoping all your days ahead are merry & bright for the New Year!
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The purpose of information and activity centres Our aging population plays an important and active role in our community. At CSI we have a solid commitment that rests on four ideals: â&#x20AC;˘ That all generations and multi-ethnic groups have much to teach and learn from each other. â&#x20AC;˘ That our programs and services are designed to physically and mentally allow all individuals to participate to their maximum capability. No one is barred by mobility or resources from involvement in the activity centre or from receiving information, advocacy and referral at either of our organization locations. â&#x20AC;˘ All seniors are safe in their places of activity, homes and neighbourhoods. Safety has physical, environmental, financial and health aspects. â&#x20AC;˘ That older people have ready access to programs, information, activities and services that help them stay engaged, respected and appreciated. Centre for Seniors Information 25-700 Tranquille Road (250) 554-4145
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help staff, students and families would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who helped to make our schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Spaghetti Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction a success. It is because of your generosity and continued support that we are able to succeed. Thank you for your contribution and we look forward to working with you again next year.
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