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understanding “isMy they did an internal review that had actually showed Kamloops the best place for the southern helicopter, but chose to ignore their own study and put it in Kelowna .

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A chemical plant that traces its roots in Kamloops back a half-century will shut its doors in June. Arclin Performance Applied will lay off seven employees when it closes the plant. “It’s strictly a business decision,” said Martin Forest, the company’s director of manufacturing in Kamloops. “Business in the region has been slow for the past four to five years.” Arclin’s plant on Kingston Avenue in North Kamloops manufactures glues used in construction panels and has operated under a number of corporations since the mid-1960s, Forest said. Sales volumes never returned following 2008’s Great Recession. It also operated under Neste Resins. “Our business is highly dependent on housing starts,” Forest said. Some of Arclin’s customers supply the U.S. housing market. That market has rebounded from lows set in the recession, but remains at least 30 per cent below its historical average of about 1.5-million units a year. The company said North American-wide starts remain below the 20-year average. It has been operating recently at 30 per cent capacity, while its job numbers were double in the past. Forest said the company has brought in a jobplacement firm and there may be opportunity for some employees to move to other operations, the closest of which are in the Pacific Northwest. Arclin’s nearest Canadian plants are in Ontario and Quebec. The closure is another loss for the Interior’s once-powerful value-added manufacturing sector in wood products. In the past decade, veneer manufacturers, cedar processors and other small operations have been shuttered. See FATE OF LAND, A4

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According to Mayor Peter Milobar, an RCMP review found Kamloops is the best location for an Interior police helicopter, but the national police force chose to ignore that study. Both Milobar and Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone said they will seek more information after the RCMP acknowledged it will move its Air 4 helicopter from to Prince George from Kamloops this summer. Prince George, which services the RCMP’s north district, has no helicopter, while the southeast district has units in Kamloops and Kelowna. A fixed-wing aircraft will be correspondingly moved to Kamloops from Prince George. Milobar was vacationing when con-

tacted by KTW and replied to questions via email. He said he was not informed of the move and will seek explanation from the RCMP. “My understanding is they did an internal review that had actually showed Kamloops the best place for the southern helicopter, but chose to ignore their own study and put it in Kelowna,” Milobar said. The RCMP distributed a statement last week, stating the move was for operational reasons and that the north district comprises 70 per cent of the province. Kamloops Search and Rescue said delays or unavailability of the Kelownabased helicopter could harm ability to swiftly search for lost people and will hamper training opportunities. Stone said he was not briefed on the

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A Kamloops firefighter was “in shock” when he saw a speedboat being driven fast on a busy Shuswap Lake following a fireworks display in 2010, a judge has heard. Michael Wallace was testifying on Monday, March 2, at the trial of Leon Reinbrecht, who is charged with one count each of criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm stemming from a collision in Magna Bay that killed Ken Brown. A speedboat alleged to have been operated by Reinbrecht collided with a houseboat piloted by Brown, becoming fully lodged inside the houseboat’s main galley. Wallace, who was on vacation in the Shuswap on July 3, 2010, said he remarked to a friend that the speedboat was driving at “killing speed” and that someone was going to die. “I probably said quite a few things, quite a few profanities,” Wallace said, noting he witnessed the speedboat pull a fast U-turn before heading back toward Magna Bay.

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“It’s a total disregard for any night-time driving. I was in shock to see it. I remember how odd that was to see at that time. To me, it was doing top speed or near top speed.” Ronald Swift said he saw 40 boats on the water in Magna Bay during the fireworks, after which he also saw the speedboat on the lake while building a bonfire with Wallace. “We could hear the engine, loud,” he said, noting dozens of boats were headed toward Anglemont in the dark following the fireworks display. “We looked out and we saw a boat heading in the same direction as all the other boats, moving east, moving fast. It sounded like a boat you’d hear during the day going by.” Swift said he then saw the boat make “an abrupt turn” and begin to head back into traffic at a high speed. “We just looked at each other and said, ‘He’s going to run into somebody,’ because there’s just so many boats out there,” Swift said. “It alarmed us. We just knew that nothing could come good out of it from the way he

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“The larger forest industry is doing OK,” Venture Kamloops executive director Jim Anderson said. “Value-added is not where it’s going.” More than a decade ago, Venture Kamloops promoted the city as a value-added hub for wood manufacturers. The rise in the Canadian dollar, tight market for timber due to the pine-beetle infestation and economic downturn contributed to the losses. The loss of Arclin also results in a hit to the three remaining large industrial manufacturing firms in Kamloops — Domtar, Tolko Industries Ltd. and Lafarge. “They’re one of the few I3 players,” Anderson said of the industrial-zoning tax class. Arclin’s contribution of about $120,000 in city taxes is tiny in comparison to Domtar Corp.’s $6-million bill. However, the operation’s closure will only exacerbate what industrial users say are punitively high taxes in Kamloops. “It does point to that tax class and ways to balance that tax burden,” Anderson said. A city solution to expand the industrial tax class by annexing New Afton mine to the west of the city is opposed by the Tk’emlups Indian Band. Forest said the closure is unrelated to its tax situation and is based solely on dwindling volume. No decisions have been made about selling the property, which is owned by Arclin.

Kamloops’ first car share is about halfway to hitting the road. “Right now, we’re really trying to focus on getting more members,” said Dylan Houlihan, acting president of Interior CarShare Co-op (InCar). “We’re at about 20 or 25 members and, realistically, we need 35 to 40 members before we can make a call to start purchasing vehicles and get them on the road.” The co-op got another boost last

week with a $15,000 grant from Interior Savings Credit Union, which will be used to help get the group’s cars on the road. Houlihan said InCar is now looking at starting out by buying a couple of cars, rather than a truck as had been discussed — though that kind of vehicle could be added to the co-op’s lineup if the car-share idea takes off. “There’s a lot of people that say they’ll use a truck, but only every three months when they need to take some stuff to the yard-waste depot or to

the dump,” Houlihan said, noting cars are likely to be used by members throughout the year. While InCar is still finalizing locations, the vehicles will likely be situated downtown and on the North Shore. The group is running a survey online at interiorcarshare.ca to help nail down the best locations. Those who join the co-op must purchase a $500 refundable share. There are fees of $4 per house and 40 cent per kilometre when driving an InCare vehicle.

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Flames in Kenna Cartwright? DON’T PANIC IF YOU SEE FIRE AS CITY PLANS CONTROLLED BURN FOR MARCH 2O ANDREA KLASSEN

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KTW FILE PHOTO Companies bidding on the Overlanders Bridge rehabiliation project have submitted proposals ranging from $8 million to $12.5 million. A decision on the successful bidder is expected on March 10.

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City of Kamloops staff are confident a rehabilitation of the Overlanders Bridge will come in at or under-budget, depending on which of six bids it chooses for the more-than-$9-million project. A request for bids for the fivemonth construction project closed on Friday, Feb. 27, with firms HRC Construction, Neelco Builders, Acres Enterprises, Giffels Westpro, Innovative Civil Contractors and Coquitlam Ridge Constructors all submitting tenders for the work. Public-works director Jen Fretz said two of the bids, which range from $8 million to $12.5 million, are within the city’s budget for the work. “We don’t know yet if the lowest bid is compliant or not. That’s what we’re going through right now,” Fretz said. Of the bidders, only Acres is a Kamloops firm. Acres worked on the city’s renova-

tion of John Tod elementary into a community centre, as well as on sewerupgrade projects. In an earlier interview with KTW, city capital-projects manager Darren Crundwell said the size of the Overlanders project, coupled with slowdowns in other markets, would likely lead to interest from a broader range of firms and, possibly, a more competitive price for the bridge overhaul. The winning firm will be charged with resurfacing approach roads to the bridge, resurfacing the bridge deck and repairing the bridge’s western sidewalk — all while managing traffic on a span typically crossed 42,000 times a day. The tenders have not yet been verified and a low bidder hasn’t been identified. Kamloops city council is expected to make a decision to award the contract for the project at its March 10 meeting. Once the tender is awarded, Fretz said construction could begin during the first week of April.

Were the grasslands and pine stands of Kenna Cartwright Park out in the wild, rather than inside city limits, wildfires would likely run through the area once every 15 or 20 years. But, when portions of the park go up in flames later this month, the area will be well overdue for a burn — and filled with dried grasses and dead wood that increases the danger a wildfire would pose to homeowners in the area. To clear it out, the City of Kamloops will fight fire risk with actual fire. Beginning tomorrow (March 4), city staff, along with employees of the province’s wildfire management branch and Kamloops Fire Rescue, will begin preparing the park for a controlled burn tentatively set for March 20. “What we want to do is go through and clean up the dead grasses, any of the fuel loading that’s in there,” said Kirsten Wourms, the city’s nature parks crew leader. “It’ll let the grasses come back healthier and

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we’ll take out some of the smaller trees so it’ll allow the bigger trees to have more health, just because there’s less competition for resources, there’s more light and all that.” This is the second controlled burn performed in the city’s parks system. The first took place in Dallas two years ago. Similar burning programs are also used in national parks. Besides improving tree health and reducing wildfire risk, Wourms said the city is hoping the fire will kill some of the noxious weeds that have long plagued the park at seed-level. The burn will take place on the western

side of the park. Where they are available, existing roads and trails will act as boundaries for the burn. On the eastern edge of the burn area, crews will create a “black line” barrier, which is stripped of vegetation. A similar approach will be used around the park’s larger pines, which the city wants to save from the flames. “It’s a cold, slowmoving fire and it’s basically just burning the grass,” Wourms said, noting debris will be pulled away from large trees, with the ground scratched out so only the soil is exposed. “So, when the fire gets there, there’s noth-

ing left to burn and it just slowly goes around and carries on.” While the city hopes to begin burning near the end of the month, Wourms said it’s difficult to predict how much burning will take place because the project could stall if there is too much wind, bad venting or other issues. “If, all of a sudden, we get some warm weather and the grass starts growing and it’s too green, we don’t want to go in because that will actually damage the grass,” Wourms said. “So, right now, we’re looking at the moisture in the soil, the moisture in the air, the moisture in the plants and then venting, wind, snow, potential rain. “It’s quite a big mixture.”

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Lake vows tower will rise by 2020 Royal Inland Hospital Foundation chief executive officer Heidi Coleman (left), philanthropist Guy Mercier and wife Kam Khunkhun, Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake, RIH Evening Auxillary president Jenny Quince and Dr. Anders Ganstal celebrate the renovated trauma room at the hospital.

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Terry Lake expects to see a surgical tower built at Royal Inland Hospital by 2020. On Friday, Feb. 27, Lake, the province’s minister of health, told a group assembled at the hospital for the official opening of a renovated trauma room that the government is committed to the second phase of expansion. The first phase — an $80-million clinicalservices building and parkade — is now under construction at the north side of the hospital, at Columbia Street and Third Avenue. When both phases are complete, Lake said, the government will have committed $400 million to expanding and improving the hospital. Lake said the conceptual drawings have been done for the tower and he expects the business plan to be sent to his ministry by the end of 2016. “Once that’s done, we

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About 2,000 students at Thompson Rivers University will graduate this year, owing the provincial government, on average, $10,193. Those statistics don’t count the students who, overwhelmed by growing debt, don’t complete their education, according to Dylan Robinson, head

of the university’s student union. Robinson has criticized proposed legislation by the provincial government that would see ICBC withhold licence renewals for students who have not made a student-loan payment for more than a year. “I would think there are a lot more pressing issues on financial aid than this,”

TRU student vote set for March 25, 26 Nominations opened yesterday (March 2) for the Thompson Rivers University Students Union election. Thirteen representatives will be chosen for the one-year term that runs from May 1 of this year to April 30, 2016. Positions include president and three vicepresidents — external, finance and internal. Representatives will also be elected for various communities on campus, including aboriginal, graduate and international students, women and lesbiangay-bisexual-transgendered and queer community. Four directors at large will also be elected. Nominations close on March 13, at 4 p.m., with the campaign period beginning on March 16 and continuing to the election, which will be held on March 25 and March 26 in the student-union boardroom. Results will be released on March 27. More information is available online at trusu.ca.

Robinson said. For example, he noted the interest rate the province charges for its student-aid program is tied with the New Brunswick government for highest in the country, at prime plus 2.5 per cent. Robinson said the other problem with the province’s student-loan program is that, for many students, incurring debt is required to

obtain an education, but can be a disincentive for students to complete that education, with many opting to quit school and start working to try to pay off the debt they have already accumulated. Robinson referred to statistics that show when a student’s debt load increases to $10,000 from $1,000, the odds on the student finishing their educa-

tion drop to eight per cent from 59 per cent. Many students also incur debt from nongovernmental lenders, Robinson said, leading to even greater totals. Citing data about TRU students, Robinson said while the average provincial loan is $10,193, the average financial need for a student during their studies is $12,688, leaving them with an

unmet financial need of another $2,495, on average. The planned legislation was announced last week by Finance Minister Mike deJong, who said said $185 million in student loans are in default. Government statistics show half of all graduates finish school in debt but, Robinson said, that statistic doesn’t include the

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number who drop out because of debt. ICBC is already allowed to refuse renewals “for various outstanding debt owed to government, including family maintenance-enforcement program payments, TransLink and tollbridge debt,” said Leslie Dickson, senior communications specialist with the Crown corporation.

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t seems set up to be a classic catch-22 A student with a big loan debt has not made a payment to government for a year. Government, in turn, uses ICBC as a loan enforcer, but not quite as a bill collector, ordering the basic-insurance monopoly to refuse to issue a driver’s licence to the debt-laden student. The student then has no wheels to get to work, thereby cementing his or her status mired in debt, with the additional challenge of finding a way to get to work, theoretically so he or she can make money to pay off the government student loan. On one hand, if a student has not made a single payment for at least a year — which is the basis for the proposed legislation of the B.C. Liberal government — why would we assume they would suddenly make a payment if their ability to drive was not hindered? On the other hand, perhaps the student has not made a payment for a year because the very government that wants that payment is the entity that has raised tuition fees every year, despite the protests of students saddled with the high cost of getting a post-secondary education. To be clear, students ask for the loans and vowed to pay them back according to their agreements with government. If students default on the loans, government has a mandate to attempt collection on behalf of taxpayers who fronted those loans— of which $185 million remains outstanding. ICBC is a heavyweight enforcer. The insurer already withholds driver’s licences from those who have not paid court fines or bridge tolls. However, as the provincial government’s StudentAidBC website notes, students who don’t pay their loans already face a host of challenges, including added interest charges, loss of eligibility for future StudentAid BC funding, being contacted by a collection agency, having a bad credit rating and inability to get credit, loss of future income tax refunds and tax rebates, being taken to court, garnishment of wages and liens against property. There are many options in that list for government to pursue without saddling ICBC with another debt-collection obligation — and they are all more PR-friendly.

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n a recent speech, Premier Christy Clark quipped that, while teenagers tend to be lazy, there is a limit. If your kid is still on the couch after age 30, she said, he’s not a teenager any more. “He’s a New Democrat.” Clark’s “get off the couch and get a job” message is now being translated into government policy. The B.C. government is using one of the few tools available to it to track down people who aren’t paying off their student loans — by linking defaulted debt to driver’s-licence renewals. There are “hardship” provisions for those who don’t have a job. ICBC will only refuse to renew a driver’s licence or vehicle plates for those who have let their student debt go for a year without making some effort to deal with it. Student-debt collection is a longstanding problem for the province, with about $185 million on the books as defaulted and unpaid. Students naturally move around after completing their studies and, once the sixmonth grace period for beginning to repay student loans expires, finding those who aren’t paying becomes a costly effort. Historically, governments sent defaulted debt to collection agencies. Last year, $17.3 million was collected. How big is student debt these days? The subject was discussed briefly in the legislature last week. In question period, NDP Leader John Horgan reminded

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VICTORIA the government that tuition fees have doubled over the past decade and cited a Bank of Montreal estimate that the average university student emerges from a four-year program owing $35,000 in student loans. With his usual modesty and tact, Advanced Education Minister Andrew Wilkinson dismissed Horgan’s accusation that he is indifferent to the plight of students. Wilkinson noted the Bank of Montreal surveyed 602 students across Canada, but only 78 of them were in B.C. “To clarify this, and to address the cackling chickens on the other side, we have 430,000 students in our system,” Wilkinson said. “Some of them are part-time; some of them are on short courses. We have 180,000 students who are in the system full-time and eligible for student aid. “Of those 180,000 students, 45,000 turn to the province for financial aid — meaning that 75 per cent of students, more than what was quoted on the CBC yesterday, go through their edu-

cation without incurring debt through the provincial studentaid program.” Whatever the amount owing is for an individual, it’s a debt that will be more difficult to avoid paying. The province has long used the withholdingof-driving privileges to collect unpaid provincial court fines, and that was recently extended to those who are 90 days in arrears on $25 or more worth of Lower Mainland bridge tolls. This student-debt collection move follows efforts to match up post-secondary funding to areas of employment demand. In an era in which misguided university professors use their positions to organize violent protests against job-creating projects, the messages are similar. Variations of this productivity theme are being heard from governments across North America. The baby boomers are retiring. We are bringing in temporary foreign workers, not because of some right-wing plot, but because too many people growing up in our society refuse to do an increasing range of jobs. We have an education system — and media — that encourages people to complain and make demands to get what they want. We are seeing the results of all of this. There was a U.S. president once who said, “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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YOUR OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

GUIDE OUTFITTERS ALLOCATION MISUNDERSTOOD Editor: Recent derogatory comments in the news and social media made about the guide-outfitting industry, after Minister Steve Thompson’s decision on the big-game allocation policy, are appalling and damaging to the image of the B.C. hunting community. The policy deals with the split in the annual allowable harvest of big-game animals between resident hunters and guide outfitters. This policy deals only with individual game populations that need additional regulation for conservation purposes — limited-entry hunting for residents and quota for guides. This policy does not restrict resident hunters’ opportunity to hunt within the general open season, the majority of big-game hunting in B.C. In 2007, as the government began phasing in a new policy, the outfitting industry lost 30 per cent of its allocation split due largely to the introduction of a complicated algebraic-allocation matrix. As the process moved forward, it became obvious the outfitters were taking a substantial

reduction even though the intention was to cause very little change to either group. To date, the minister’s decision has returned to the outfitting industry 3.5 per cent of the approximately 35 per cent that was lost. The outfitters have not gained significant portions of allocation; in fact, allocation has been reduced significantly since 2007. It has been suggested B.C. guides have a much higher share of the wildlife than guides in other provinces. The truth is they are very similar to neighbouring jurisdictions; however, let us also consider for a moment the opportunity B.C. residents have. I am not aware of any jurisdiction on Earth in which resident hunters have an opportunity similar to this. Every year in general open seasons, with no draws required, B.C. resident hunters can harvest one of three species of wild sheep — stone, Rocky Mountain or California — mountain goat, mountain caribou, bull moose, bull elk, black-tail deer (15), black bears (2), cougars and three of any combination of mule deer or white-

tail deer, wolves, bobcats, lynx and wolverine. This is a total of 334 days to hunt 37 animals of 16 species of big game in our province every year. These opportunities are not available to guide outfitters because we can only hunt those species within our individual territory boundaries. Are these residents complaining about guide allocation out of ignorance of the general open season hunting opportunity that is available to them, or is this complaint a desire to eliminate the guide industry in B.C.? Fellow hunters, guide outfitters are not the thieves or the bad guys. There is a gross misinterpretation of the outfitters share. All user groups need to check our conscience and ask the great creator to give us direction on how to share the greatest resource we have in our backyards. Our grandchildren deserve the same opportunity we have had. Bruce Ambler guide outfitter for 25 years Clinton

ALL HOCKEY PARENTS NEED TO RESPECT OFFICIALS Editor: Re: KTW’s article of Feb. 27 on the Kamloops hockey dad possibly facing criminal charges after allegedly confronting an official following a game in Penticton (‘Crossing the Line’): I want to express my disappointment at the occurrence of yet another case of a hockey parent abusing an official at a hockey game. I understand getting emotionally involved in the game and I understand one may disagree with the calls being made. But, at what time did it

become acceptable to threaten and essentially bully officials? I have been a hockey parent and am now the proud parent of an official. I am aware of how much abuse our officials have to endure from parents and coaches and players. They do this job for the love of the game — and it is a job like any other job. We would never think of going into our banks or grocery stores and screaming at, or threatening bodily harm to, employees there. So, why do some parents think it is OK to do that to hockey offi-

cials at work? If someone disagrees with how an official called a game, they can talk to their child’s coach to see if he agrees. The coach can lodge a complaint with the referee-inchief if deemed necessary. Maybe the official is just learning and needs some extra training. Maybe the parent is overreacting. Do such parents realize how harmful all the verbal abuse is to the officials’ self-esteem and ability to do their job? I don’t think anybody would

perform well in their job if they were being bullied, yelled at and even followed out to their vehicle and threatened. Don’t even bother to say these boys and girls, men and women shouldn’t do the job if they can’t take the abuse. Without the officials, there is no game. Please think on it before you next head out to the arena in any community. Whatever the job, we all deserve respect! Danielle Boyd Kamloops

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A selection of comments on KTW stories, culled online RE: STORY: MORE UNIFORMS COMING TO ST. ANN’S ACADEMY:

“I think school uniforms are a good idea. “They take the pressure off children who don’t have the ‘it’ clothes. Lots of children are bullied because of what they wear.” — posted by Thomas Royal

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“I’ll throw in the second $100 for a new and improved sidewalk. “I think the park needs a patio-style café and a much wider sidewalk. If they use blacktop, like on Rivers Trail, it is much less expensive to build. “And more sand for the kids to play with and the sunbathers to lie on.” — posted by Brian Husband

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Welcome to KTW’s Eye On Community page, where we showcase, through the camera lens, positive events in Kamloops.

THE COAST’S PET PROJECT: On Dec. 14, the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre held its annual Breakfast with Santa event, with the help of gold-level sponsor New Gold. The event raised $6,528 for the Kamloops and district branch of the BC SPCA. The cheque was recently presented to the society. From left: Jasmine Beaudin of New Gold, Jessica Scharien and Robyn Twerdochlib of the Coast Hotel, Rebecca Sullivan of New Gold and Lindsay Curry of the BC SPCA). STRIKE ONE UP FOR THE KIDS: The Kamloops This Week team takes a break from throwing strikes at Falcon Lanes to pose for a photo. The squad took part in the weekend’s Bowling for Kids Sake fundraiser. KTW carriers raised $800 for the cause.

GIFT FOR THE NEW YEAR: The Kamloops Multicultural Society donated $5,000 to the Kamloops Chinese Heritage Committee for the improvement project of the Kamloops Chinese Heritage Cemetery in Powers Addition, just west of downtown. The cheque was presented during the annual Chinese New Year Banquet on Feb. 21 at the Lotus Inn Restaurant. From left: Kamloops Multicultural Society vice-president Nandi Spolia, president Ray Dhaliwal, Kamloops Chinese Cultural Association president Joe Leong, Kamloops Chinese Freemasons Association president Elsie Cheung.

NISSAN GOES ON THE OFFENCE: Sean Turner and Brant Roshinsky suited up for River City Nissan during the 2015 Automall Sale in Valleyview, which featured Kamloops Blazers season’s tickets with the purchase of a vehicle. Oddly enough, the Blazers began winning, with victories over Victoria and Vancouver on the weekend, just as those Blue and Orange jerseys were donned.

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Tanner Farber of the Valleyview Vikings might never again experience anything like the thrill he enjoyed on Saturday, Feb. 28. With less than three seconds on the clock and the Okanagan AA basketball final against the Clarence Fulton Maroons of Vernon tied 71-71, Farber drove to the basket and rolled in the winning lay-up, sending the Valleyview gym into a frenzy. Read more about the game on page A14. For more photos from KTW photographer Allen Douglas, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com.

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ead coach Don Hay did not laden last weekend’s games with must-win gravitas, but he said they were of paramount importance to his Kamloops Blazers’ playoff hopes. The team responded with two wins — doubling the Victoria Royals 4-2 on Friday, Feb. 27, and coming through with a 6-3 victory over the Vancouver Giants on Saturday at Interior Savings Centre. “We played our best game of the year against Victoria and kept it going tonight,” Blazers’ forward Quinn Benjafield told reporters after the game on Saturday. “This is a lot of fun. It was a huge win tonight and, hopefully, we can keep it going.” Benjafield had two goals for Kamloops, with Luke Harrison, Michael Fora, Cole Ully and Matt Needham netting singles in support of goaltender Connor Ingram, who stopped 22 shots.

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Quinn Benjafield of the Kamloops Blazers wired this shot past Vancouver Giants’ goaltender Payton Lee at Interior Savings Centre on Saturday, Feb. 28. Kamloops won 6-3.

Scoring for the Giants were Jackson Houck, Ty Ronning and Carter Popoff. Payton Lee made 22 saves in a losing effort, allowing three goals on six shots in the third period.

Vancouver held third place in the B.C. Division on Saturday morning, but its loss, combined with Prince George’s 5-1 win over the hometown Everett Silvertips, means the Giants slip to fourth and the

Cougars claw into third. The top three teams in B.C. qualify for the post-season. Kamloops is fifth in the division, but sits only one point behind Vancouver and two points back of Prince George. The Cougars and Blazers are scheduled to meet four more times before the end of the regular season. Two Western Conference wild-card spots are also up for grabs. Spokane is seventh in the conference and will likely snare one of them, while TriCity’s grip on the second wild-card berth is slipping. The hometown Chiefs hammered the Americans 8-1 on Saturday night. Tri-City is eighth in the conference, two points clear of Vancouver and three points ahead of Kamloops. The Blazers are hosting the Calgary Hitmen tonight (March 3) at ISC. Game time is 7 p.m. “We’re a point behind Vancouver now, which feels unreal,” Benjafield said. “This was a confidence-booster. It’s a little nerve-racking, but it’s a lot of fun.”

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said fifth-year Jorri Duxbury. The loss was her final game in a WolfPack uniform. “Both teams played their hearts out. We grinded it out. We played some of our best basketball and that’s all you can really ask. “It’s unfortunate,� she continued. “They hit a great shot and we ran out of time.� Saturday’s game was again a back-andforth affair, with both teams trading the lead throughout. It was in the final minutes of the fourth quarter that the game unravelled for the Pack, however. Leading 73-66, TRU scored on just one of its final five possessions. The Vikes, on the other hand, scored on five of their last six possessions to close the gap and, eventually, take the lead. “They played pressure D,� Duxbury said. “That’s what you expect in playoffs and if you can’t capitalize, you’ve got to get stops. “We weren’t able to get stops, so they got to come back into the game.� The loss marks the end of the WolfPack’s best season as a franchise. TRU finished the regular season with an 18-2 record — the best in Western Canada — and was the No. 1 team headed into the postseason. Victoria, meanwhile, was 13-7 and ranked No. 5 in the Canada West’s Pioneer Division. “All three games were hard-fought battles,� WolfPack head coach Scott Reeves said. “I didn’t expect one team to give up in

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the last minute. “It was just hardfought the whole way through, that’s the way it is.� In her final game in a WolfPack uniform, Duxbury led TRU with 22 points, eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and a steal. Rookie Emma Piggin had 15 points, while Taiysa Worsfold netted 13 points. Cassie Colonna followed up her career-high 35 points on Friday night with 11 points on Saturday. “I’m proud of the kids, there’s no question,� Reeves said. “It was only nine short years ago that no one would have given a crap if we lost our last game, because we weren’t going anywhere anyway — they were just waiting to hand in their uniforms and move on. “There’s a lot of people that are shedding tears and upset and that means they’re invested in what’s going on here and I couldn’t be prouder.� There was one Kamloops player who wasn’t shedding tears on Saturday, however. River City product Nicole Karstein, who is in her third year with the Vikes, will be going to the Canada West’s final four for the first time in her career. “It’s kind of surreal, almost,� she said. “It’s really great to be able to play against such a great team like TRU. It’s been close every single game and it’s bittersweet, kind of. “It was really great to be back home, have some hometown people watching. It’s really nice.�

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The Kamloops Storm didn’t celebrate when they eliminated the Sicamous Eagles last week. It was hard to find time to enjoy the victory when they were to be back in action four days later. “The thing with playoffs, you don’t have much time,� Storm captain Felix Larouche told KTW after Game 5 against the Eagles. “You celebrate once you’ve got the banner in your hands.� Kamloops kicked off its series against the 100 Mile House Wranglers last night (March 2), after KTW’s press deadline. Go online to kamloopsthisweek.com for result. The teams split their season series, with each club winning four of the eight divisional matchups. Now, it will be up to one of them to break the tie with the Doug Birks Division final. Though the teams played each other evenly throughout the season, it was Kamloops that finished the year as the division’s No. 1

seed. They should be, in the opinion of most, the favourite to win the series. “I think they’re both similar,� Storm coach Ed Patterson said, comparing the 100 Mile House Wranglers and the Chase Heat. At the time, the Wranglers were leading their series against the Heat 3-2, but hadn’t yet clinched a berth in the next round. The Wranglers would win Game 6 of the series to eliminate the Heat by a 4-2 margin. “They’re very physical and they work hard,� he said. “They grind wins out and compete like buggers. “Either way, we’re getting the same team, I think.� Kamloops will benefit from being the more rested team in the series, but not by much. The Storm wrapped up their series against the Eagles in five games, while 100 Mile House and Chase went to a sixth bout. Kamloops will also have home-ice advantage for what may be the final time this season, though 100 Mile

Keaton Gordon (right) and the Kamloops Storm squared off against the 100 Mile House Wranglers last night (March 2) after KTW’s press deadline in Kootenay International Junior Hockey League playoff action at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. Go online to kamloopsthisweek.com for the result. Game 2 will be played tonight at McArthur, with puck-drop slated for 7 p.m. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW

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27-15 in six games. Kamloops had just 18 goals against Sicamous in Round 1, though will likely look to surrender fewer opportunities and goals to the Wranglers than the Heat did. So, despite entering the series as the favourite, the Storm can’t discount the talent of the Wranglers, nor the obstacle they present. So far, it doesn’t appear Kamloops is doing so. “It doesn’t matter who we play,� Larouche said. “We’re going to be prepared.�

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You know it was a big game when the school secretary is buzzing on Monday morning. Her emotion in a brief phone conversation with KTW paled in comparison to the ecstasy on display at Valleyview secondary on Saturday, Feb. 28. The Vikings squeaked past the Clarence Fulton Maroons of Vernon in the Okanagan AA senior boys’ basketball final — and the finish was electric. Tanner Farber lifted the Valleyview gym into a frenzy with a last-second lay-up that secured a 73-71 victory and a

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spot in the provincial championship. “When fans storm the court, it’s pretty crazy,” said Tanner, who was showered with congratulations at school yesterday (March 2). “It was pretty insane.” Never in his sporting career has the Grade 12 student been involved in a moment like that. Neither has his dad, Neil Farber, who coaches the Vikings, along with Roger Turner. “It’s one of the top moments in my life so far,” coach Farber said. “For a coach, to play in the Okanagan final is a privilege. “To play in the final in your home gym is even more rare, and then to have your son go out there and get the game-winning shot . . . you can’t ask for anything more.” Grade 11 forward Reed McIlwain drained a three-pointer to give Valleyview a two-point lead but, with 12 seconds to play, Fulton scored to tie the game at 71-71. The Vikings called a timeout and the playcall was simple — give the ball to Tanner. “I was just like, all right, we’ve got time to maybe hit a shot to win it,” he said. “If I miss, it’s overtime. It’s not the biggest deal. If I hit it, it’s a pretty big shot.” Valleyview big man Ryan Miller set a screen, which was used as a decoy. The Maroons defender covering Tanner took the bait, leaving the Vikings’ point guard with one man to beat, which he

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Tyler Wightman of the Valleyview Vikings elevates to the hoop against the Clarence Fulton Maroons of Vernon in the Okanagan AA senior boys’ basketball championship on Saturday, Dec. 28. Later in the game, Tanner Farber’s lay-up would send the Vikes to the provincial championship.

did with relative ease before rolling in the lay-up. Fulton had time for one half-court hailmary shot, which didn’t miss by much. When the ball did careen off the backboard and down to the court, time expired and the celebration began, with a mob of students, family and friends rushing off the bleachers and onto the hardwood, enveloping Farber and

his teammates. “I was in shock,” Tanner said. “So many fans came out. We were all pretty happy and cheering.” The hysteria was captured on a YouTube video, which is posted online at kamloopsthisweek.com, along with more photos from the game. “It’s like you see in those college games, and the camera angle is pretty cool because you can see everyone

swarm down,” coach Farber said. Tanner finished with a team-high 24 points and Grade 12 forward Tyler Wightman pitched in with 18 points. Valleyview, ranked fourth in the province, is scheduled to play 13th-ranked Bodwell of North Vancouver in Round 1 of the B.C. Boys’ High School Basketball Championship in Langley on March 11. No matter what happens next week, the 2015 AA Okanagan final will be one to remember. Coaches Farber and Turner have been with the group for three years, guiding it to West Zone and Okanagan championships in the junior ranks, but nothing comes close to the elation felt on Saturday night. “It went back and forth. We were down early. We fought back. We got a little lead. They hit some threepointers,” Neil said. “Eventually, it came down, as basketball does, to the last minute.”

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The Westsyde Whundas will square off against Clarence Fulton today (March 3), with the winner advancing to the AA provincial championship, along with Valleyview. Westsyde placed third at the Okanagan tournament, downing Summerland 58-47 in the bronze-medal tilt. Game time and location was not available as of KTW’s press deadline yesterday.

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At the Western Shield, the Rangers won gold in 1990, followed by three consecutive silver medals, losing by one goal to the Red Deer Bandits in the final each year. The induction ceremony will be held on April 11 in the Grand Hall at Thompson Rivers University. The event gets underway at 6 p.m. Sam Lenarduzzi of B.C. soccer fame will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $45 and will be available at the Interior Savings Centre Box office. Former Kamloops Blazers’ general manager Bob Brown heads the class of 2015.

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Panthers topple Titans ADAM WILLIAMS

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It didn’t end the way Reid Sellars wanted. On Saturday, Feb. 28, playing in his final home game as a South Kamloops Titan — the championship final of the AAA senior boys’ Okanagan Championship — Sellars and his teammates fell 67-56 to the Vernon Panthers. The senior said the difference in the game was the Titans’ mental effort. “We weren’t fully there,� he said. “The physical effort wasn’t as good as it should have been on the rebounding and the defensive glass.� Vernon will now head to the Lower Mainland to represent the Okanagan region at the 2015 B.C. High School Boys Basketball Association provincial championship. The Titans trailed from the outset on Saturday, playing in front of a raucous crowd — of both Kamloops and Vernon fans — in the JP Gym at South Kamloops Secondary. Despite the Titans coming into the game as the favourites, the Panthers put together a solid 40-minute effort, led by tournament MVP John Garvie. He had 21 points in the final. By the half, Vernon led 32-22 and would keep a double-digit cushion on Kamloops for the entirety of the second half. “Just a basketball game,� Titans head coach Del Komarniski said. “It just didn’t work out the way we hoped it might. We’ve been playing reasonably well to this point in time. Tonight, we didn’t get the bounces.� Komarniski noted his team didn’t run its offence very well and was “stagnant� at times. Sellars led the Titans with 15 points. Despite losing his final

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game with the Black and Gold, Sellars said he leaves his South Kamloops basketball career with fond memories. He’s not sure yet what the future may hold, but hopes to have some plans in place a little ways down the road. “I just had a lot of fun here, the past five years. All my teammates, all the boys, made it a real good time,� he said. “The coaches here were really good. They really helped in my development as a player and they just made it a real good experi-

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TORONTO — It didn’t take long for the Montreal Canadiens to match the rival Tampa Bay Lightning by getting better before the NHL trade deadline. The Canadiens got defenceman Jeff Petry from the Edmonton Oilers and forward Brian Flynn from the Buffalo Sabres in a pair of deals yesterday morning (March 2). For Petry, Montreal gave up a second-round pick and a conditional fourthrounder that could be worth as much as a third depending on playoff performance.

Petry, a 27-year-old right-shooting, defensiveminded player, is an impending free agent who fills a need on Montreal’s blue-line that already includes P.K. Subban and Andrei Markov. Flynn, a 26-year-old with 17 points this season, cost the Habs a 2016 fifth-round pick.

The St. Louis Blues, meanwhile, acquired defenceman Zbynek Michalek and a conditional 2015 third-round pick from the Arizona Coyotes for forward Maxim Letunov. Overnight, the Lightning improved their defence corps by getting Braydon Coburn from the Philadelphia Flyers for defenceman Radko Gudas and first- and third-round picks in this year’s draft. The Lightning also sent forward Brett Connolly to the Boston Bruins for second-round picks in the next two drafts. Coburn gives the Lightning more depth as they try to come out of a

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VANCOUVER — After listening to what other teams had to offer, Jim Benning decided the current Vancouver Canucks squad deserves the chance to make a playoff push. “We are happy with our team,’’ the Canucks’ general manager said after yesterday’s (March 2) NHL trade deadline passed. “Our players have shown a commitment to each other. We wanted to give this group an opportunity to see what they can do as a team. “We talked to a lot of teams. We didn’t want to give up our young prospects and picks for unrestricted free

agents. We didn’t feel the prices were right for us to do that right now.’’ The Canucks made a couple of minor deals, acquiring forward Cory Conacher from the New York Islanders and forward Sven Baertschi from the Calgary Flames. Vancouver sent Dustin Jeffrey, the leading scoring from their American Hockey League team in Utica, to the Islanders and gave up a secondround draft pick in

2015 for Baertschi. Both players will report to Vancouver’s AHL team in Utica. Benning believes Baertschi has the potential to become a top-six forward with the Canucks in the future. “I don’t like giving up draft picks,’’ said Benning. “We weighed getting Sven versus what we would get in the second round with our pick and we made the decision, let’s go ahead and do this.’’ The Flames picked Baertschi 13th overall in 2011. The 22-year-old from Bern, Switzerland, has appeared in 66 NHL games for Calgary, totalling eight goals and 20 assists. The five-foot-eight

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TORONTO — A mystery tunnel discovered near a Pan Am Games venue in north Toronto was built by two men who wanted a place to “hang out,’’ police said yesterday (March 2). The pair, who were tracked down thanks to tips from the public, told investigators they built the tunnel for “personal reasons’’ and their explanation has been verified, Const. Victor Kwong said. Kwong said police have determined there was never any criminal intent or danger to public safety, and no charges will be laid. “It literally was these two guys who had an idea to create a place to themselves to hang out in,’’ he said. “You think about a kid making a fort, digging a hole — add 15 years to that,’’ he said. Kwong said the men are not

believed to be survivalists, adding they just “wanted to dig a tunnel.’’ The men had “no idea’’ they weren’t allowed to dig in a public park and were apologetic during their interview with police, he said. Toronto bylaw enforcement said digging on city land would be considered trespassing, which is enforced by police. Police are not releasing the men’s names, or any further details since the case is not a criminal investigation, but Kwong said there is no connection to York University, which is near the site where the tunnel was found, or the Pan Am Games. Toronto police announced the discovery of the tunnel on Feb. 24 and released photos of the site, prompting media coverage across Canada and abroad. The bunker, discovered

in January by a conservation officer in a densely wooded area, is located 25 metres from the fence of the Rexall Centre, which is to host tennis events for the summer’s Pan Am Games. Inside, police say they found plywood wall supports, a generator and a sump pump, as well as a rosary with a Remembrance Day poppy nailed to a wall. Police said the chamber was almost two metres high, 86 centimetres wide and 10 metres long. Even though the bunker “looked impressive,’’ the men have no formal training in construction, Kwong said. Deputy police Chief Mark Saunders had said there was no evidence to suggest any criminal intent in the tunnel’s construction, adding “there’s no criminal offence for digging a hole.’’

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The Ontario man wore glasses and a jailissued red sweatsuit when he appeared by video link, but said nothing as lawyers in Abbotsford set a new date of April 1, to disclose more documents. The mothers of the girls wiped tears as they left and hugged each other before meeting with prosecutors, but the women declined to comment.

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OTTAWA — It turns out there’s not a lot of logic in the belief it’s against the law to Vulcanize Wilfrid Laurier’s likeness on the $5 bill. The death of Leonard Nimoy last week inspired people to post photos on social media of marked-up banknotes that show the former prime minister transformed to resemble Spock, Nimoy’s famous Star Trek character. For years, Canadians have used pens to doodle Spock’s pointy Vulcan ears, sharp eyebrows and signature bowl haircut on the image of Laurier. Contrary to what many believe, the Bank of Canada said Monday it’s not illegal to deface or even mutilate banknotes, although there are laws that prohibit reproducing both sides of a current bill electronically. Nonetheless, bank spokeswoman Josianne Menard pointed out there are reasons to resist the urge to scribble on bills. “The Bank of Canada feels that writing and markings on bank notes are inappropriate as they are a symbol of our country and a source of national pride,’’ Menard wrote in an email.

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CHRISTABEL ELIZABETH MITCHELL It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our special wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt Christabel Elizabeth Mitchell. Chris passed away peacefully on February 25, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Chris is survived by her husband Vance, her three children Ian (Erin) of Kamloops, John (Sonja) of Montreal, Natalie (Mike) of Knutsford and her five grandchildren Jaime, Finley, Benjamin, Sean and Clovelly. Chris is also survived by her two brothers Norman Caters (Wilma) of Belfast, Northern Ireland and Nathaniel Caters of St. Catharines, Ontario, nephews Garth (Megan), Simon (Gina), niece Hilary and many cherished friends.

Bernard Rokstad passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2015 surrounded by family at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Grande Prairie, Alberta at the age of 90. Bernard was born in Lenvik, Norway on March 20, 1924, the only child of Halfdan and Anna Rokstad of Aldergrove, BC.

MIYEKO (MINNIE) KOMORI (Nee MIYAZAKI) March 3, 1933 – February 25, 2015

We lost our Mom shy of her 82nd birthday. Survived by her husband Matsutoshi (Mush) Komori of 58 years, her three children Victor (Penny) from Fort Nelson, BC, Sharon (Norman) from Calgary, AB, Andy from Kelowna, BC. She will be missed by her four grandchildren Brett, Ryan, Emy and Damon.

Bernard raised nine children with the love of his life, Lil. Bernard was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Chris was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland on the 25th of December, 1937. Chris took her early schooling in Dublin later completing her nurses training at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast. It was here where she met her future husband, a young surgeon in training. Chris and Vance married in 1963 in Belfast. Ian, John, and Natalie were born in Northern Ireland before the family immigrated to Canada in 1968. After spending two years in Edmonton the family moved to Kamloops and made it their home. An accomplished athlete Chris enjoyed playing golf, squash, tennis and skiing with her family at Tod Mountain. A love of travel took her and Vance on many adventures around the world. She loved being outdoors, working in the yard and tending to her beautiful gardens. Chris was also an avid bridge player and met many treasured friends through the game.

Bernard is survived by his nine children (spouses), grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bernard is predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Lillian Rokstad (Mitchell) and his mother, Anna and father, Halfdan Rokstad.

Chris had a positive impact on many lives, and inspired many with her overwhelming strength, positive attitude and her warm smile. Her family will miss her loving ways. Those that knew Chris will fondly remember her energy, joyful spirit and her generous heart. She will be missed by many, but never forgotten.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 2pm in Clinton, BC at St. Peter’s Church, 1101 Kelly Lake Rd. There will be a graveside service to follow and everyone is welcome to the Clinton hall for tea and celebration of Bernard’s life.

A celebration of Chris’ life will take place at Schoening’s Funeral Home, 513 Seymour St., on Monday, March 23 at 2 pm.

A celebration of life service is to be held on Wednesday, March 4 at 1:00 pm at First Memorial Funeral Services, 177 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC.

Donations to Royal Inland Hospital Foundation in memory of Chris Mitchell would be appreciated.

If family and friends desire, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Condolences may be sent to www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Service, Kamloops (250) 554 2429

Bernard (Rocky) had his own band “Rocky’s Rhythm Ramblers” who performed throughout the lower mainland and the Cariboo for many years. He was a mill owner in his early working years and finished his working career at BC Hydro as a surveyor.

Donations may be made in Rocky’s memory to the Old Cemetery or the Clinton Legion at the service or c/o Village of Clinton, Box 309, V0K 1K0.

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First Memorial Funeral Service 250-554-2429 JOAN YVONNE WATERSTON September 12, 1932 February 22, 2015

JOHN AALTO February 15, 1925 – February 26, 2015

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ANNIE MAY MILLER Annie May Miller age 86 of Kamloops, BC, passed away February 21, 2015.

Joan loved her garden, with springtime being a special time for her. Family and friends will always fondly remember how Joan loved being with them. There will be a private family service at a later time. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC Branch 200-4940 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 9Z9 in Joan’s honor. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Service, Kamloops (250) 554 2429 Condolences may be left at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com

Annie is survived by her children Roy Powell (Chery), Reg Powell (Nina), and Carl Powell (Diane), grandchildren Lisa Copley (Charlie) and Jeff Powell (Lisa), great-grandchildren Catana, Flora, Chant, Lily and Cole.

John passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2015 in Kamloops, BC at 90 years of age. He is sadly missed by his loving wife Sophie, his daughter Sherrie (Chris) of Cache Creek, BC and son Wayne (Donna) of Vernon, BC. John will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Rileigh and Tucky and his sister Mary Reichel. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2015 from 2 to 4 pm at First Memorial Funeral Services Kamloops with Mr. Ben Beutler officiating. Arrangements entrusted to: First Memorial Funeral Service, Kamloops #8-177 Tranquille Rd (250) 554 2429 Condolences may be left at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com

Mom grew up in Steveston, BC, moved to the interior of BC in 1956; and then moved to Fort Nelson with Dad for four years, and last June moved to the Shores Residence in Kamloops.

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She was predeceased by Thomas Powell, Frank Miller, Kaye Pearson, Bill Olafson, (son) David Powell and Irene Kelly.

Joan passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2015 in her 82 year. She is survived by her loving husband Gordon of 63 years. Joan will be lovingly remembered by her children Ken (Donna), Rick (Sandy) and Carol (Stan) Simpson and sadly missed by her 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and sister Connie.

Her time came too suddenly but we will forever remember Mom for her generous soul, her quiet and joyful nature. We celebrate her life for her accomplishments as a devoted wife, a nurturing mother, a trusted friend. She taught herself to cook out of necessity and it became her most laudable skill. Her fish kamaboko is unrivalled. Her favorite food was a peanut butter and banana sandwich which she ate every day of her life, and when she wasn’t cooking she was knitting.

She is also survived by her brother and sister Ernie (Lois) Olafson, Orval (Nadia) Olafson, and will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Annie May Miller was born in Steveston, BC on March 11,1928. The Olafson family moved to Horse Lake in the Cariboo, where she met her first husband Thomas Powell. She had four sons and later moved to Kamloops. After Thomas passed, she married her second husband Frank Miller. She spent many years with Frank, in California and Maui for the winters and summers at her cabin in Horse Lake. Annie spent time at her home in Sardis until she moved into the Overlander Extended Care. Here she was surrounded by a very loving and caring staff. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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ears ago, a man came in to the Summerland Museum and Heritage Society looking for some help. He was greeted by Sherril Foster, who was intrigued by the man’s problem — he had come to the community to see the grave of his greataunt, but he couldn’t find it. In assisting him, Foster learned the deceased relative and her two sisters were buried in the local cemetery, but no headstone had ever been erected. The burial spot of Mary Spencer had nothing to identify it and, given Spencer’s iconic place in local history, Foster was intrigued. Out of the visit came two realities — the great-nephew took up a collection at the next family reunion, collecting enough to

finally mark the graves of Mary, Elizabeth and Isobel Spencer, and Foster began the research that became A Steady Lens, the story of the 40-year-old schoolteacher who left Ontario with her mother and sister Isobel, riding a CPR train west to Kamloops, where she set up a photography studio on Victoria Street. Spencer’s studio was a thriving business and her photography is recognized for how it captured much of the essence of the pioneering people in the Interior. She is best known for her photographs of bandit Bill Miner. Spencer is the focus of an exhibition at the Kamloops Museum and Archives, one that showcases five dozen of her photographs, as well as some of the products of her post-photography creativity, painting china. The exhibit continues to June 30. Museum curator Julia Cyr said while the iconic Billy Miner photographs will be

included, the totality of the exhibition is to celebrate Spencer herself, “a really brave lady” who ran her own business, did not marry, believed in the temperance movement, but also pushed for more women’s rights during a time when none of that was commonplace. “It’s time for her to have her due,” Cyr said. The exhibition will include a painting Spencer did before she moved west, as well as her original camera, thanks to a family in Lytton. Roland Chute was Spencer’s assistant at her studio and, when she decided to relocate to Summerland, she sold all her photographic equipment to him. The family has kept it through the years and has loaned some of it to the museum for the duration of the show. Foster also came to Kamloops to record some observations about Spencer and that video is also part of

the exhibition. Foster said she came to respect Spencer, who Foster called an enigma. Foster said she admired Spencer’s strong will and how much she accomplished in her life, going from apprentice to accomplished photographer and running her own business at the end of the 19th century. Foster said she was never clear exactly why the Spencer women came west and settled in Kamloops, but learned through her research for the book that the women were devout Baptists and speculated they may have come to B.C. to spread their faith. In 1909,10 years after moving to Kamloops, Spencer and sister Isobel moved to Summerland, where they remained. Spencer continued with photography, but not as a business. She died in 1938.

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The Francophone Association is hosting its annual Sugar Shack Party at Rainbow’s Roost, 6675 Westsyde Rd., on Saturday, March 7. Activities will begin at 2 p.m. and will include a traditional supper and live music. Tickets are limited. For more information, call the association at 250-376-6060.

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Trio Con Brio will perform at a fundraising concert for the Kamloops Hospice Association on March 14 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 360 Nicola St., at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The trio is composed of Jacquie Shinkewski on French horn, Cindy Hoveveen on trombone and Rob Hogeveen on trumpet. Admission is by donation at the door.

songs like Man’s Gotta be a Stone, I’m Losing You, Into the Mystic and Voodoo Thing. He has won six Juno awards, 17 Maple Blues Awards for his music — which spans blues, rock, R n’ B, blues, swing and bluesrock — and his albums have reached gold and platinum status. James will perform an intimate show at Sagebrush Theatre beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 from Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca, and will go on sale on Friday, Jan. 23.

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roceeds from three events based on playwright Eve Ensler’s Vagina Monologues will go toward a trio of charities in the city. The play, a series of monologues, is based on more than 200 interviews Ensler did with women of all ages and sexualities on feminine experiences with sex, love and being female — with a common theme of empowerment and individuality. Ensler allows organizations to stage it for free as long as the groups doing so donate their profits to community organizations that combat violence against women. In Kamloops, that has seen tens of thousands of dollars — an estimated $50,000 from 2006 to 2013 — directed to non-profits in the city. This year, the two-day run of the Vagina Monologues will see profits go to the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society for its planned second-stage women’s housing project. It will be performed on Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6 at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre, 1250 Rogers Way. Tickets are $20 each or $25 each for table seating (a minimum four seats must be bought.) Doors open at 6:30 p.m., when a silent auction will be available for bids. The show starts at 8 p.m. On March 13 and March 14, Ensler’s new play

Emotional Creature, will be performed at the Alumni Theatre in the Clock Tower Building on the Thompson Rivers University campus. It is also a series of monologues, along with songs and dance, based on Ensler’s interviews with young girls around the world. Ensler describes it as a celebration of girls and a call to action for them to speak up, follow their dreams and become the women they were meant to be. Tickets for Emotional Creature are $15, with profits going to the Kamloops YMCA-YWCA’s Children Who Witness Abuse program. It also will have a silent auction. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. On March 20 and March 21, the men get involved with A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant and A Prayer, a collection of writings compiled and edited by Ensler and Mollie Doyle. It addresses violence from a punch to a putdown. The performances will be at the Barber Centre on campus, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. — and a silent auction ready for bids — and the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Profits from this production will go to the White Buffalo Aboriginal and MÊtis Health Society’s men’s health groups. Tickets for all three shows are $45 for adults and $30 for seniors and students. Tickets are available at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca.

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In lieu of a date, I brought my backup plan to the Sam Roberts Band show at Interior Savings Centre. It worked out well because my extremely tall friend Corey and I are in the same boat — Sam Roberts isn’t our favourite artist, but we dig his music. It’s OK. Corey knew he wasn’t my firstchoice accomplice. He won’t be choked when he reads this, I don’t think.

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REVIEW We parked ourselves front and centre and listened as Sam played most of his old hits, mixing them in with tracks from the band’s latest album, Lo-Fantasy. The show steadily improved, with the crowd of about 1,000 loosening up and joining in — “Ohhhhhh, the Milky Way, has gone a little sour!” Admittedly, I was there to hear the tunes

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THREE AMIGOS RIDE INTO COSTA RICA

CROCODILE, ANYONE? The trio encountered hundreds of the creatures as they rode into Costa Rica from Panama. To see more photos and video from The Three Amigos’ journey, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com/threeamigoscostarica.

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Kamloopsians Ernie Beadle, Barry Deacon and Bryan Daly are on their motorcycles, attempting to ride from the southernmost tip of South America to Kamloops. While the idea for the trip started as an adventure for the three men, more than 16 months of planning led to a charitable component. As they make their way from South America to Kamloops, Ernie, Barry and Bryan are soliciting donations for the Kamloops Hospice Association on their blog, motociclistasamigos.wordpress.com, before hosting a special presentation about their trip at the Kamloops Hospice Association’s dinner and dance on April 17 at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre. KTW will publish occasional updates from the Three Amigos’ journey, updates taken from

their online blog, which is detailed and highly entertaining. On Feb. 25, the trio rode into Costa Rica and were taking a break, with Ernie and Bryan touring in different areas around Costa Rica and Barry staying put, enjoying a beachside resort.

Feb. 25/Feb. 25: David, Panama, to Liberia, Costa Rica

Leaving David, Panama, we hit roads that had yet to be twinned and were in very bad shape. The concrete would rock as we would cross broken pieces. The pavement had manhole-sized cracks. Eyes wide open were needed at all times. However, beside all of this, the work was heavily underway for twinning. Clearly, Panama is spending huge amounts to four-lane from end of the country to the other. As we rode, we

saw signs warning of armadillo and monkey crossings — and we did see a lot of large reptiles crossing the road, but they were too fast for us. We hit the border and crossed into Costa Rica fairly early and actually drove right through it before we realized this area was the border. It was a very strange duty-free zone in our minds, more about shopping than a border crossing. We made it to Liberia by noon on the Feb. 25 and have been spending our time giving our bikes badly needed baths. We are mostly winding down and getting some rest in anticipation of the girls’ arrival on the 27th. It is an amazing milestone in many ways. We arrived in Buenos Aires on Dec. 27, two full months ago, 20,000 kilometres ago and 30,000 blog views ago. So far, the trip has

Once ripened, a feast of bananas — plucked from a treet at the hotel.

been amazing overall. There has been next to no rain, which we can’t believe, and we have not had a cross word between us. What we have had so far is an incredible trip with loads of laughs, lots of comaraderie, great scenery and many wonderful memories to cherish. The mishaps have so often cemented the memory and generated the most laughs! We look forward to the rest of our journey home!

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n International Women’s Day, March 8, thousands of women in hundreds of communities across the world will celebrate the achievements of women. The Kamloops International Women’s Day conference, held at the South Thompson Inn and Conference Centre, is going into its third year. In 2013, the event raised $1,000 for the House of Ruth, but the profits now go to the Spirit of Women Fund, founded by conference organizer Barbara Maher. “For the second year, I thought I need to reach the individual woman who may not be part of those groups, but is still contributing,” she said. Maher, a life coach and mentor for women based in Chase, was diagnosed with cancer three years ago. The life-altering experience, one she thankfully overcame, inspired her make a bigger impact and reach more women. She created the Spirit of Women Fund as a way

to give back to women who dedicate so much of their time and effort to their communities. While raising a family and holding a job, these women are the ones who also find the time to work with the less fortunate, victims services, children, charities, fundraisers and events. The fund is one of more than 160 held by the BC Interior Community Foundation. “Volunteerism, I think we need it. I think it builds community spirit,” Maher said. “But for me, when I got involved, the more I got involved, it fixed a broken woman and I watched so many people who are just like you and me. They have a family they have a job and they are still giving to their community, over and over.” Maher said she created the fund so these women have a chance to continue their education. As working, middle-class women, these volunteers slip through the cracks, she said. They don’t always have the means to pursue their goals, but they don’t necessarily qualify for scholarships and bursaries.

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Funds raised by the conference, as well as donations, support two bursaries for women who have a history of volunteer work and a commitment to continue. One bursary of up to $500 is dedicated to a woman over 30 who wishes to continue her education. Another $500 goes to a Kamloops seniorsecondary student planning on attending a post-secondary institution. Sherrilyn Towes of Chase secondary was the first to receive a bursary through the fund. This year, applications will be opened to all Kamloopsarea secondary schools. The fund also sponsors up to two seats at the annual Kamloops International Women’s Day Conference. This year, the conference

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At The Spirit of Women Centre located in Chase we offer programs, workshops (onsite and via teleconference). This year we will be introducing The Spirit of Women online magazine and video interviews. We are inviting you to share your stories of Women with Spirit- making a difference. You can learn more at: www.thespiritofwomen.com or Facebook - The Spirit of Women. I am delighted to be among the women represented in this supplement- Thank you Kamloops This Week.

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takes place on March 7 and March 8. It will kick off with a trade show and mini-presentations from Tamryn Fudge on how to start your day grounded, and Karen Moilliet speaking on the sexual intimacy in relationships. Maher will speak on how to be fabulous and redefining TGIF from “thank God it’s Friday” to “that girl is fabulous.” Janet Whitehead will be doing a workshop on how to dream and be creative. Janice Otremba will speak about the importance of being heard and having a voice. Keynote speaker Chantelle Stone will inspire guests with what it means to lead. After dinner, attendees are encouraged to stay and connect with hot chocolate around the fire in the evening and a morning yoga session, breakfast and a mini-spa treatment. The South Thompson is offering a special rate for the night. Call 250-573-3777 to book. Register for the conference at women-helpingwomen.com. To donate to the Spirit of Women Fund, visit bcinteriorcommunityfoundation.com.

Barbara Maher, organizer of the Kamloops International Women’s Day Conference, hopes attendees also plan to take in the Vagina Monologues. This year, organizers co-ordinated to make sure that was a possibility. “International Women’s Day is a time to be aware of women’s issues, but there’s always two parts to it,” Maher said. “The Vagina Monologues make you aware of some of the issues and it [the conference] is the empowerment and taking action. They fit hand-inhand and I hope women go to both of them.” The play, a series of monologues, is based on more than 200 interviews playwright Eve Ensler did with women of all ages and sexualities on feminine experiences with sex, love and being female — with a common theme of empowerment and individuality. Profits this year will go to the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society for its planned second-stage women’s housing project. It will be performed at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre on March 5 and March 6. Tickets are $20 each or $25 for table seating (a minimum four seats must be bought). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca.

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Why diversity is good for business HIGHER COMMUNITY IMPACT, INCREASED ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND BETTER CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS Diversity is about embracing differences. These differences can be found in people’s abilities, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, physical characteristics, religion, sexual orientation or values. But, diversity is more than a human rights or an inclusion issue — it’s a profitable business strategy. A business that adopts diversity as a strategy is able to reflect its marketplace, leverage talent, build a robust supply chain and enhance its decision-making and governance. Bottom line: A diverse business performs better financially. There are several reasons why a diverse strategy gives busi-

nesses a competitive edge. A new report by Catalyst.org suggests businesses with diverse boards are more socially responsible, which results in “sustainable big wins for the company and its stakeholders.” Diverse companies perform higher with regards to their community impact, environmental responsibility and customer relationships. These measures are essential to small businesses looking for a sustainable link to their community. “Today’s customers want to do business with organizations that share their values,” says Laurel Douglas, CEO of Women’s Enterprise Centre.

“We’ve seen an increase in businesses and educational institutions coming to us for workshops on how to introduce diversity into their organization.” The business case for diversity is well documented. Since 2004, Catalyst has produced studies showing that companies that achieve diversity in their management and board attain better financial results than those who don’t. But, diversity need not be reserved for the CEO or board level — companies can also employ diversity as a business strategy at the customer/client level, with employers, and with suppliers. While any strategic shift should align with

a business’ overarching plan, there are several ways businesses of any size can make simple changes: 1. Diversify your staff: A workplace of employees with different education and experience fosters innovation and increases buy-in, reducing employee turnover. 2. Rethink your marketing: Reflecting the diversity of the marketplace enhances your business’ reputation and rapport with your customers and helps you build a strong connection with your community. 3. Find a new supplier with a new product to cater to a diverse customer or client base:

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This can broaden your customer base, lead to lower costs and encourage more responsive suppliers. 4. Assign a percentage of your business purchases to diverse suppliers: Organizations that have made supplier diversity part of their corporate social responsibility practices include Telus, Merck and RBC. 5. Register as a diverse supplier to make more connections: For businesses owned by women, minorities, aboriginals or LGBT, registering can open doors

for new contracts. Learn more at supplierdiversitycanada. ca 6. Assemble a diverse board of directors, mentors and advisors: A group comprised of people who bring unique competencies, skills and perspectives to the table is more effective in its decision- making. For a business looking to kick-start change or growth with little outlay, diversity strategies may be the key. Women’s Enterprise Centre is the leading business resource for B.C. women who

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Gillian Faith is a professional speaker, consultant, and social entrepreneur with a 20 year career in social services. She has committed her life to empowering women in need through her work running events such as the “Street LIGHT Christmas Gala”, which provides yearly opportunities for women. Having worked with various entrepreneur groups such as Dynamo Entrepreneur and Dynamo Dairies, she has a book to be published on Amazon this spring. Gillian is currently in-training to become a City Leader Entrepreneurette for the Sexy & Wealthy in Heels organization. Her Facebook page fb.com/ItsNotWhatYouWeigh was started two years ago when she moved to Kamloops from Vancouver Island where she worked as a Aboriginal Delegated Social Worker. Her Facebook page continues to provide support and motivation to her many followers as she competes in fitness challenges where she has been crowned “BC’s Strongest Woman” in the 2013 BC Strongest Man competition. Following the completion of her personal training, she was scouted by Fitness Star International in Vancouver for a modelling and fitness competition in Toronto for 2014. This was a life changing moment for Gillian, following the loss of 100lbs over a two-year process which started in 2005 following the birth of her last child, Faith. Through her speaking, consulting and writing, Gillian continues to be a source of motivation and inspiration and advocating a long term holistic approach to healthy weight loss. She is currently a Vancouver Sun Run Clinic Coach and can be found at the community YMCA most days of the week. She is a proud mother of three and happily remarried living in Kamloops with a blended family of seven.

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Raised in Kamloops, Melissa completed a Bachelor of Science degree from Thompson Rivers University in 2000. Her interest in health care and alternative medicine led her to the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, where she graduated in 2005.

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Melissa realizes the importance of a healthy body and spirit and focuses on putting the patient in control of their health. In addition to her private practice, Melissa shares the importance of naturopathic medicine through part-time work for the Q’wemtsin Health Society, informational lectures and attendance at health fairs.

FUNDRAISING GROUP SURPASSES GOAL 100 Women Who Care needs a new name. Today, the Kamloops group of women is up to 108 members — and counting. “The more members we have, the larger our impact will be,� Maryanne Bower, one of the group’s founders, told KTW. Quarterly meetings began in November with a simple premise: Each member adds $100 to a pool of money to be donated to a local charity, with 100 members meaning $10,000 to a charity in need. Shannon Wallis stumbled across the idea in the pages of the Globe and Mail. Various independent chapters have sprung up across the country, including Penticton, Kelowna and Victoria. “Victoria has 250 members,� said another one of the founders, Bobbie Harrison. “When you think about the possibilities of raising $25,000 a quarter — that’s $100,000 a year.� Wallis rallied together Harrison, her former City of Kamloops co-worker and Bower, her running partner, and the women held their inaugural meeting with 67 members in November, raising $7,100 for the Family Tree Family Centre. “Honestly, there was not a dry eye in sight,� Bower said about the non-profit making its pitch to the group at the meeting. “It was very powerful.� Its second meeting, which was held on Feb. 2, raised $9,300 for the Kamloops

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Melissa is board-certified, licensed by the College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC and has prescriptive authority. She offers a variety of services and treatment options for her patients, including IV therapy, acupuncture, botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, hormone and allergy testing. She takes pride in providing a comfortable, nurturing environment for her patients to heal and enjoys educating her patients on their health.

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from a hat and arranging for representatives to give a five-minute “from the heart� presentation, speaking to the need for the money at their meeting. Members arrive with a blank cheque for $100 — or pay after if they can’t make the meeting — listen to the presentations and privately vote on an organization. Charities not chosen go back into the hat for the next quarter, with each limited to funding once every two years. The women believe the group is ideal for busy women who can contribute money, but not time. For more information, go online to 100womenkamloops.com.

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Mikkie Nettles M KAMLOOPS FIT CENTRE K A a working mother of 4 kids I know how important it is As to lead a healthy, well balanced life. My passion is helping ppeople and this is the way I know how. Not only in weight lloss which makes people happy visually but all the other bbenets of what I do that helps people in a much more iimportant way. S Seeing people coming off medications for various conditions aas type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol and many oother ailments that go away as a result of good nutrition and eexercise is absolutely the best feeling ever, because I know I have given them their life back. I also know how busy and overwhelming it can be to start an exercise and nutrition plan. At the Kamloops Fit Centre along with my staff we are here with you every step of the way. I have seen men and women who work long hours and they end up sacricing their health because of it. The best gift you can give your family is living a healthy life. Kamloops Fit Centre can help you reach your goals.

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The Royal Inland Hospital Ladies Auxiliary group, including Joanette Goddard and Bep Crawford ( pictured above), as well as Shar Reid, Sophie Therrien, Jean Dahl, Janet Ashby and Trudy De Luca, have raised $2.9 million since 1990.

Millions of reasons to thrift, sew, knit On Nov. 11, 1899, 34 ladies got together. They would not have appreciated being called women — in fact, they were described as ladies “of good character” when they got together to create what was then known as the Royal Inland Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. Fast forward just a bit more than 115 years and the group is known as the Afternoon Auxiliary — and there are a few men who help out as the group goes about its volunteer business raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for the hospital. In fact, since 1990, it has given $2,921.848.75 to buy patient-care equipment — much of it generated through dedicated knitters, quilters, sewers, thriftstore sales, all the result of volunteerism. This year, the group has set a new goal to raise $289,885.24. The ongoing RIY operating room campaign is set to receive $125,000 of that goal, with the rest being used to buy a long shopping-list of equipment. There’s no doubt they’ll hit that target, said Bep Crawford, a 50-year member of the group. Her friend, Janet Ashby (41 years a volunteer), agreed. They laughed when asked how they became involved, telling what is likely a beginning many auxiliary members share. Crawford said a friend invited her but she demurred, saying she’d think about it when her daughter started school. A few years later, “I had no excuse and it was the best decision I ever made,” Crawford said. Ashby also gave credit to someone else for her involvement. “My friend over there,” she said, pointing to Crawford, “she made me do it.” Volunteers are expected to put in three hours a week but many do more, said Joanette Goddard, who has been involved for 23 years — who also named another volunteer as the reason she got involved. The shifts can be spent at the thrift store sorting, pricing, organizing, displaying and selling items — but there are

plenty of other jobs to be done. Two volunteers oversee the beverage trolley at the hospital’s cancer clinic, where the auxiliary makes sure there is tea, coffee, hot chocolate, juice boxes, cookies, a kettle, coffee maker, trays and cups stocked for patients to use. Auxiliary members also host and assist at the Look Good Feel Better program for cancer patients, a free two-hour workshop that sees the participants working with trained cosmeticians and leaving at the end of the session with a kit of cosmetics given to each woman. The stitchers meet weekly at the Thrift Seller, sewing pyjama bottoms, baby needs, household articles bags and puppets among other items. The crafters also gather weekly at the store to work on a variety of projects while the knitters don’t meet regularly — but keep themselves busy making baby outfits, slippers, sweaters, mitts, head wear, afghans and scarves. The quilters meet every Wednesday to work on hand-quilted coverings they then display throughout the city, selling tickets for the raffles that have the coverings as the prize. When they’re not busy with that, they also make baby quilts to be sold in the gift shop — which is also operated by the auxiliary members. Volunteers also take the mobile care around to the various wards, a rolling container of snacks, books, magazines and sundries. There are always other spots where the auxiliary members are welcome; Ashby, for example, helps out at the diabetes clinic while Goddard works with the youth volunteers. The group is always open to new members, particularly given many of them have been involved for decades. Some younger women have signed up, as have a couple of men, a welcome addition particularly when some heavy lifting is required at the thrift store.

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ontreal. If there is one part of this vast country that knows about winter and winter driving, it’s the province of Quebec. Winter weather can stretch from November until April, which is why this frost bitten part of the country mandates winter tires on all vehicles and was the perfect spot to showcase two products from Mercedes Benz, the B-Class and CLA-Class. Both are now equipped with Mercedes 4Matic all wheel drive (AWD) system. Touching down in Montreal, the outside temperature was heading to -23 C overnight and -19 C for a daytime high, plus snow, lots of snow — perfect for winter driving but not for standing outside.

Looks

Both the B-Class hatchback and CLA sedan are based on the Mercedes small car platform that is also shared with the GLA compact crossover. The B and GLA are sold with front wheel drive (FWD) and now AWD. The latest B-Class was introduced a few years ago and gets a mild facelift, including a new grille, lower chin spoiler, different wheels and a new accent line down the side.

Verdict

The Mercedes Benz B-Class has a taller hatchback design, complete with a large rear window, hatch and cargo space.

The CLA was just introduced last year so external updates will have to wait another couple of years. The B-Class is a taller hatchback design that provides a useful package for young families, including bigger rear windows and a large hatch and cargo space. The CLA on the other hand is more about style, competing for the young, upwardly mobile crowd that want to be seen in this sleek, low slung sedan; it isn’t the best choice for a family.

Inside

Both the B-Class and CLA receive nice updates for 2015 on the inside. Both share the same

dash so updating both made sense. The screen that sits front and centre on the dash, like and iPad is larger, moving to a standard seven-inch screen or optional eight-inch screen on cars equipped with navigation. This screen is controlled with a small knob between the front seats. Other updates include a sportier and very comfortable steering wheel, a revised stereo head unit and a new instrument cluster behind the steering wheel. Heated seats are now standard equipment for 2015 but heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel are not available in these cars. The B-Class 4Matic is a $2,200 premium over the FWD version, starting at

$33,500. The CLA has the same $2,200 charge for AWD, starting at $36,800. One nice feature available on the CLA is an “exclusive” package that includes a leather dashboard with French stitching for $2,300.

Drive

To explore the abilities of these two new products, the Olympic rowing basin used for the 1976 Montreal games was partially plowed, exposing sheet ice with a fresh sprinkling of snow. This provided a great example of the limits of grip and the abilities of the electronic stability program, in conjunction with the AWD system. On sheet ice, there is no

grip, so sliding is easy. It was on the rural roads outside of Montreal near the ski resort of Bromont that the 4Matic system proved useful. The system is designed to provide power to the front wheels as often as possible and instantly transfer power to the rear wheels when extra grip is needed, it all happens in a nanosecond. The maximum amount of power sent to the rear wheels if fifty percent. I noticed that these cars, when placed in sport mode actually allow the car to slip and slide without the electronics being too oppressive. An overly aggressive nanny style is often used by other manufacturers and it shuts down any type of

Mercedes has had enormous success with its 4Matic AWD system, accounting for 85 per cent of its sales. With the introduction of these two new models in late 2014, the number has jumped to over 90 per cent. This opens up the safety and stability of AWD to a larger market. One thing to keep in mind is these two products offer great value if the buyer keeps and eye on the options. The must-have package include the Premium Package for an additional $3800 on both the B-Class and CLA. This includes automatic climate control, a huge panoramic sunroof, rear view camera, blind spot system and navigation. This brings the 4Matic price on the B-Class to $37,300 and $40,600 on the CLA. Not overly expensive for a Mercedes Benz product but pricier than the starting price suggests. Should you consider the 4Matic version of the B-Class and CLA? Absolutely, based on the added level of security, grip and improved resale value.

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School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson) is presently seeking a Library Resource Centre Computer Technician. The successful applicant should possess a two-year Post Secondary Diploma in Computer Technology. A minimum of two years’ experience supporting computer technology and library software is also required.

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.

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Hospitality

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Chef - Kitchen Manager. Fulltime. Min. of 2 years experience cooking Authentic, Mexican, Central American Cuisine. Must know how to make Pupusas and Tortillas. Spanish and English are a requirement. Wages negotiable. Send resume to: quilaskamloops@ gmail.com

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Townhouses Sahali, 2bdrms, 1-bath end unit. Newly renovated. 6-appl., fin. bsment, new H/W, deck, pets okay, rentals. $192,500. Strata $235/mo. 377-8697.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1/2bdrm clean quiet Apts $750/$850 a mnt + util. Senior discount available. Avail Now n/p, a/c, laundry, free parking, close to downtown (250) 3778304 2BDRM a/c, patio, n/p ref required heat and hot water incl (250) 376-1485. 55+, independent, community living, 925 sq ft luxury suite. $1950 mo. Activities, entertainment included. 250-8198419 or 778-470-8315 343 Nicola Street 1bdrm and bachelor suites starting @$645 per month includes utilities laundry facilities adult building no pets no smoking 1 year lease reference and credit check required

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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 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. GOLDEN VISTA SUITES 55+ Adult Living in a new safe building. Close to transit, clinic and shopping. Small pet friendly, elevator, balconies, a/c, common room, parking and caretaker. $775, call 250-819-0101. Landmark 1, 2bd, 2bath +den, 1291sq/ft, new furnished show suite, view, $1700, +hydro April 1, N/S/P. 250-319-1946 Sahali 2 bdrm apartment completely renovated, $1100/mo. 250-579-8428

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Valleyview bsmt bdrm QUIET NON-smoking, working person. $425 +DD+refs 828-1681

2 or 3 Bedroom Condos Juniper, 1-2 bathrooms Hot Water Heat Included. $1,000-$1,250 + Hydro Sunden Management Ltd (250) 376-0062

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Northland Apartments Student/Bachelor Suites Furnished/Utilities Incl’d Starting @ $850 per month 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Adult Oriented No Pets / No Smoking Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry Starting @ $800 per month Downtown 250-314-1135 North Shore 250-376-1427

NORTH SHORE

1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet buildings. Reasonable Rental Rates Utilities not included

CALL 250-682-2293 250-682-0312

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.

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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. Starting at $850 per month. Call 250-819-0101. The Sands, Lower Sahali. Centrally located, renovated 1 Bdrms, starting at $850. Onsite Management. 828-1711.

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Mobile Homes & Pads Dallas, 3bdrms, newly renovated. N/S. Will consider owner financing. $1100. 851-5656

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Trucks & Vans 1994 Mazda pickup 6 cyl 2wd manual, canopy winters 244,000km $2050. 374-7708

Shared Accommodation Basement suite senior male util, internet/cable w/d, a/c, incl in quiet clean owner occupied home $450 n/s, n/p 376-7484/ 250-320-7707 Avail April 1st Near TRU Room $335-per month util included. No Pets. 250-554-6877, 250-377-1020. North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020 Quiet non smoking male to share North Kamloops home with mature male. $500 mo for details call 778-470-0370

Suites, Lower 1BDRM level entry in Brock $800/mo incl util Avail immed. N/P. 250-376-1712 after 5pm 1bdrm NShore util incl cab, wifi, near bus and mall prt ent. n/s, n/p $800 (250) 320-2486 1BDRM South Shore remodeled priv prking W/D N/S N/P $900 Avail Feb.1st. 579-2066 2bdrm daylight suite N/Shore n/s, n/p, priv. ent fenced yard $950 util incl, (250) 376-3379 2bdrm large basement suite 1825 Tranquille. n/s, n/p, insuite laundry. $1000 per month call (250) 371-4801 N/Shore 2bdrm full daylight bsmnt suite. Newly reno’d. N/S, N/P. $875 +half util’s. Lvg Msg. 250-376-3854. Welcoming Cumfy 1bdrm. Close to University, Hospital. Student or quiet person. Excellent Location. $495-$725 ns/np. Call (250) 299-6477

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5 Star Resort in Scotch Creek B.C. 1-bdrm 1-bath Park Model. Tastefully decorated guest cabin. One of only 15 lots on the beautiful sandy beach with a wharf for your boat. Provincial Park, Golf, Grocery/Liquor Store and Marina all minutes away. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot-tubs, Adult and Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground. Asking $1500/week. 4 day, 1-week, 2-week & monthly rentals available. BOOK NOW! FMI CALL 1-250-371-1333

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2004 Toyota Prius (Hybrid). Great Car, GPS and Sirius Radio. Cheap on Gas, 180 kms. No accidents. Second Owner. $7,500/obo. Please call or Text 250-319-8292 in Kamloops.

2005 Chrysler 300 V-6 3.5L., auto. 177000kms. Very clean, well maintained, nonsmoking. All season and winters. $5995/obo. 250376-2463. 97 Camaro Z28 350 6spd 120,000km black loaded $9,000obo (250) 319-7058

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1991 27ft. 5th-Wheel. Fully loaded, like new. Everything incld. Shower, toilet never used. $8,000/obo. 250-5799029.

Townhouses Sahali, 2bdrms. $1250/mo. +util. N/S, N/P. Avail March 1st. 250-318-4732.

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Auto Accessories/Parts 4 Bridgestone Winters on BMW Rims 185/70R14 used one season. $400. 374-5251. Set of Goodyear Ultra Winters. P205/55-R16 on 5 stud rim will fit Mazda 3. $500. 851-0504.

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Cars - Domestic 02 Olds Aroura loaded just passed inspection, need to sell $3500obo (250) 554-0580 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 5.7L, 53,000kms. Exc Hwy car, new tires. $4,300. 250-319-4104. 1997 Sebring Convertible, loaded, runs great, must sell $1100 250-579-8166 2010 Chev Malibu, 4 dr sedan sunroof remote starter 138000 kms $10,500. 250-819-0227

1996 Dodge half-ton ext cab 4x4. Good shape. $4900/obo. 250-828-1808. 1998 Ford E350 cube van 16’box w/ramp V10 gas with auto tran $6100 250-459-2275 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. 96 VW Euro Van needs pwr steering line $500obo (778) 220-1051 Fishing Truck 89 Ford Lariat F150 2-wd 173,000km V8-302 auto with canopy & boat loader asking $3000 250-376-4761 NEW LEER Truck Canopy. 82�x70�. White. $500, Call: 250-314-0072, 250-318-9851

Trucks - Logging

Recreational/Sale

1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $6000 obo (250) 376-5722

Recreation

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

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1986 BMW Coupe 325i. 6cyl. 5spd. Looks good, runs good. Extras. $3,600. 250374-5251.

Downtown, bachelor, sep. ent, shared lndry, references. $650 inclds util. 372-9455.

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Sport Utility Vehicle 1981 GMC Suburban 4X4. Re-built motor/trans. Good shape. $2,900. 250-828-1808.

RV sites, winterized, in town. North Shore, fully serviced, incl cable, coin lndy, starting @ $525/mo plus power. 250376-1421

Brock 3bdrms. F/S, W/D, DW. Parking. N/S, N/P. $1800/mo. 250-376-0881.

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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. $16,900. 250-376-8471. 1995 Jayco Trailer 30ft. No slide-outs. Good shape. $7500/obo. 250-851-0264. 2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6 winter pkg, fully loaded, $16,900/obo. 250-3761655. 26’ Champion motorhome, 440 motor. reno’d ($3000/receipts) $2675/obo. 778-4721547 9FT Okanagan Camper. F/S, bathroom. Good shape. $3,500/obo. 250-376-1841.

1992 GMC Dump Truck 366 V8 on propane, 5spd manual tranny, hyd brakes. Incl inbox hyd sander and 10’ snow blade. Clean title $12,500 obo 250-574-2766 or 250-376-1872

Boats 1996 Seadoo, 5-seater jet boat & trailer. New motor & impellars, many extras. Excellent shape. $6,800. 250-672-9887. 2007 Sea Doo Speed Boat, 4 Seater.$15,000obo Call 250320-5194 (after 6pm)or lv msg

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Legal Notices RESIDENTIAL TENANCY ACT Notice is hereby given to Cassidy Young & Brittany Sluis, last known address 143 Oak Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 1K7, that in accordance with the provisions set out in the Residential Tenancy Act, all belongings that were left behind and are currently in storage will be sold or discarded March 28, 2015 and the proceeds put towards the outstanding debt, unless arrangements to pay the outstanding cost in the amount of $1,723.45 are make to Columbia Property Management Ltd., #101-388 1st Avenue, Kamloops, BC, V2C 6W3 before March 28, 2015.

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Gemini, you have been immersed in work and are starting to show the ill effects of keeping long hours. Now is a great time to take a few days off or enjoy a mini-vacation.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, you have a lot to get done, but resist the urge to micromanage every detail, as this could be a surefire path to burnout.You need to take a few breaths.

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Scorpio, you suspect that someone is hiding something, and that very well may be the case. Perhaps a welcome surprise is coming your way. Resist the urge to dig too deep.

You can probably talk your way out of trouble, Sagittarius, but this time it’s better to let things play out. Keep conversations light and free from controversy.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, find balance between your personal ambitions and things you have to accomplish at work and at home. Finding a middle ground is the best approach.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

It is sometimes easy to miss the forest for the trees,Virgo. Try taking a step back so you can look at a puzzling project from a new perspective.

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Libra, you may be searching for a new adventure, but try to appreciate the here and now as well. It’s easy to get swept up in fantasies, but don’t let them carry you too far away.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, avoid the temptation to get started on another new project.You already have plenty of other things on your plate. Finish those tasks before moving on to something new.

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Keep your goals relatively simple for the next few days, Taurus.You can benefit from the positive reinforcement of completing tasks and getting things done.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

You impress everyone with your creativity this week, Aries. Allow this creativity to be the inspiration behind projects you have been putting off of late.

FRANK & ERNEST

Aquarius, you need a few extra people to contribute to a special task, but you do not know who to ask. If you think hard enough, you will know who you can depend on.

Your demeanor makes it easy for others to enjoy your company, and that will come in handy as your social schedule fills up in the days ahead.

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GRANDMA’S COOKIES: Grandma is making a batch of 36 oatmeal cookies. To the basic recipe, she adds apple sauce, chocolate chips and cinnamon in various combinations.

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