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Blazers get reduced rent at Sandman Centre By the numbers

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The Kamloops Blazers will pay less to lease Sandman Centre under a new deal with the City of Kamloops. While the 10-year facility use fee agreement was approved by council at a closed meeting in February, a record of the vote was only recently released. Parks and civic facilities manager Jeff Putnam said teams across the Western Hockey League are pushing to renegotiate lease fees. “The league was having some concerns about their ticket revenue being flat,” he said. “They’re not struggling, but they’re having challenges with attracting a different demographic. And that was a league-wide issue.” Under the new deal, the Blazers will pay about $128,000 annually to use the arena — $150,000 less than what the team paid this past season. However, if more than 3,500 tickets are sold for a game, the city will receive an additional $1.40 per ticket sold above the 3,500 mark. If the team could fill Sandman Centre’s 5,600 seats every game, the city would be paid an extra $100,000 on top of the $128,000 rent. Previously, the lease was calculated using a flat annual fee, with built-in increases of two per cent per year. It started at $234,000 in 2008 and rose to $278,000 last year. Unchanged in the agreement is a $240,000 marketing fee paid to the city by the Blazers in exchange for the rights to sell advertising in Sandman Centre. Putnam said the new agreement includes other changes to benefit the city, such as the team taking over the season ticket holder preferred parking stalls program. While the city will still receive money from stall rentals, it won’t cover administration costs. Council’s vote on the new agreement was spilt, with records showing the deal passed by a 5-3 margin. In favour were former mayor Peter Milobar and former councillor Ken Christian, as well

Tom Gaglardi is majority owner of the Kamloops Blazers. Said Coun. Dieter Dudy, who voted in favour of the new deal: “I have to admit, I had a little bit of trouble swallowing somebody coming to me with their hands out and they’re a billionaire.” KTW FILE PHOTO

as councillors Dieter Dudy, Tina Lange and Pat Wallace. Opposed to the agreement were councillors Donovan Cavers, Denis Walsh and Arjun Singh, who is now interim mayor. “I have to admit, I had a little bit of trouble swallowing somebody coming to me with their hands out and they’re a billionaire,” Dudy told KTW, referring to the wealth of Blazers’ majority owner Tom Gaglardi whose Northland Properties has a portfolio that includes the Sandman hotel chain, the Sutton Place hotel chain, the Denny’s and Moxie’s restaurant chains and the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League. But Dudy said he ultimately voted in favour of the negotiation to keep Kamloops from becoming another Vancouver — which lost its WHL team to Langley last year. According to the Vancouver Sun, the move was expected to save the team about $300,000 a year. “We define ourselves as the Tournament Capital of Canada, plus we put a lot of stock and value in the Blazers. They’ve been tied to Kamloops hockey for so many years,” Dudy said. “To lose that, I think, would be a blow to the community. They help define us as to who we are.”

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Singh said his issue with the new agreement was partly that it came early — the previous contract was not set to expire until 2018 — and that it came in a year when the team and the WHL were also asking for major upgrades at the Sandman Centre. The upgrades included a $300,000 charge to convert the arena’s lights to LED, required to fulfill a WHL edict that all games be broadcast in high definition by 2019, and a $550,000 retrofit of boards and glass to cut down on injuries. To change the boards, the city also had to spend $460,000 to retrofit the rows of bleachers closest to the ice. “It’s just a question of how much extra they’re asking the City of Kamloops to take a risk on and doing it out of contract,” Singh said. “I’m a bit of a stickler as much as possible for staying within contract time frames because you’re planning for that certainty over that time. If someone comes up unexpectedly, it does present some planning issues.” Putnam said without Blazer revenue, taxpayers would also be on the hook for another $800,000 annually to maintain Sandman Centre, which is equal to nearly a one per cent tax increase.

Last season, the Blazers exceeded 3,500 fans in 25 games and attracted fewer than 3,500 fans in 11 contests. In the 25 games in which the Blazers attracted more than 3,500 fans, the total number of fans above that mark was 12,866. Based on the new deal between the team and the city, at $1.40 per fan over 3,500, the city would have received $18,000 on top of the reduced $128,000 the team will pay to the city to play in Sandman Centre, $132,000 less than what the team paid the city last year under the previous agreement. Last season, the Blazers were 14th in attendance in the 22-team Western Hockey League, averaging 3,782 fans per game. Edmonton was tops at 9,461 fans per game on average, followed by Calgary (7,599), Portland (6,080), Spokane (5,812) and Regina (5,456). Teams with the worst attendance last year were Kootenay (22nd, with 1,754 fans per game on average), Swift Current (21st, with 2,006) and Prince Albert (20th, with 2,133). The Blazers’ smallest crowd was 2,948 for an Oct. 19 game against Swift Current. The largest crowd, 5,605, attended a Feb. 13 game against Portland.

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The federal government is promising more funding to support residents affected by raging wildfires in British Columbia as some of the thousands of people displaced prepare to return home. Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale said the government will supply $600 per household evacuated due to wildfires and $300 for their eventual return — funds that will be managed and distributed by the Canadian Red Cross. That money is on top of the $600 per evacuated family the provincial government has committed to providing every 14 days the family is out of its home. “It will be a long haul and the government of Canada fully intends to stand with the people of British Columbia every step of the way to participate in supporting the effort of getting things recovered and back to a normal life,’’ Goodale told a news conference in Kamloops on Saturday. The total amount the government will be supplying is unclear because Goodale said the number of evacuees is still fluctuating and the wildfire season in the province is only beginning. The provincial government has already provided $100 million to the Red Cross in

response to the crisis. Provincial Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth said approximately $10 million of that fund has been spent on the 44,000 people currently displaced and more money will follow as needed. Goodale said not all the funding to the Red Cross will be directly given to households, but will support other initiatives to get communities functioning again. He said following the fire in Fort McMurray last year, the Red Cross distributed money to other social services in the community, such as the Salvation Army and United Way, and also supported small businesses so people could get back to work. Federal officials involved in the response to the fires, including Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, were in B.C. this weekend to assess the crisis and offer more support. Sajjan said 250 members of the Canadian Armed Forces that were announced earlier this week to be supporting RCMP are now on the ground. He said more military personnel and aircraft are on standby. In addition to the funding for the Red Cross, officials said the Canada Revenue Agency is implementing emergency tax relief measures to help take pressure off people concerned about their families, homes and communities.

These announcements come as some of the displaced residents begin to head home. Evacuation orders were lifted for several hundred properties around Princeton in the south Okanagan, a rural area in the Cariboo region north of Williams Lake and the community of 100 Mile House. Officials said residents returning to the 100 Mile House area will find it has been “profoundly affected’’ by wildfire and services such as grocery stores and health care may be limited for some time. It is estimated up to 8,000 evacuees are from the 100 Mile House area where the order was downgraded, a spokeswoman for Cariboo Regional District said Saturday. Approximately 2,000 of those live within the District of 100 Mile House boundaries, with the remainder residing in the surrounding rural areas. It’s not known how many will return as officials warn that air quality remains poor and an evacuation alert will stay in effect for the region. As of Saturday, there were 161 active wildfires in the province, 14 of which started on Friday. Cariboo Regional District Chairman Al Richmond said officials are continuing to prepare for evacuees from Williams Lake to return home with plans to get emergency medical facilities running and to stock up grocery stores, but no date has yet been set for when the re-entry will happen.

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Arts council head enters byelection race Kathy Sinclair is one of 12 people who have decided to run for one of two council seats in the Sept. 30 byelection. JACQUIE SHINKEWSKI PHOTO

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Kamloops Arts Council executive director Kathy Sinclair has added her name to the list of candidates running for a seat on Kamloops city council in the Sept. 30 byelection. “I’ve been feeling a strong pull to serve the community in a broader way,” Sinclair told KTW on Monday. In a phone interview, the 43-year-old said she feels Kamloops is on the brink of exciting things and she wants to help create a city “we all feel proud to live in.” Sinclair’s platform is “long-term vision and creative solutions,” focused on building on the Tournament Capital brand, growing tourism and the economy, attracting and retaining small businesses and economic, environmental and social sustainability. Sinclair said the resource industry will always be part of Kamloops’ economic makeup, but sh wants to encourage diversity, with continued growth in sectors like tourism, technology and education.

Sinclair has been executive director of the Kamloops Arts Council since 2012, after moving to the city in the winter of 2011, and said the arts can also be used as a tool for economic development. “I’m more than a one-issue candidate,” she said. Her work history includes non-profits, education, publishing and the tech sector. She is a former freelance book and magazine editor and holds a bachelor of arts in creative writing from the University of Victoria and a master’s of publishing from Simon Fraser University. Sinclair keeps busy outside of office

hours — having volunteered for a multitude of community organizations, including Literacy in Kamloops, the SPCA, Interior CarShare Cooperative and the Rotary Club of Kamloops. She started the drop-in choral group dubbed the Kamloops Power Choir and most recently lent a hand with the Four Paws Food Bank during wildfire emergency relief efforts. “I enjoy volunteering and I enjoy giving back,” Sinclair said. “It’s a really great way of connecting to the community.” Asked whether she will continue at the Kamloops Arts Council if elected, Sinclair said she spoke to the coun-

cil’s board of directors last week before making the final decision and announcing her run. “They gave me their blessings,” she said, noting the possibility of adjusting her hours. “They’re definitely in full support of that.” Sinclair is the 12th candidate seeking one of two council seats in the byelection. Four more are seeking the office of mayor. The Sept. 30 byelection is taking place due to three resignations from council. Peter Milobar stepped down as mayor after being elected MLA in Kamloops-North Thompson. Ken Christian resigned as councillor to seek the empty mayor’s chair. Marg Spina resigned as councillor to focus on cancer treatments. (Editor’s note: As Kamloops Arts Council executive director, Sinclair has written on various arts-related topics in a monthly column in Kamloops This Week. That column will not resume until after the byelection.)

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Kamloops’ latest city council candidate wants voters to know he’s no Rob Ford — and he’ll have the paperwork to prove it. Kyle Mardon, 37, told KTW if he is successful in gaining one of two open council seats in the Sept. 30 byelection, he plans to sign a moral-ethical agreement prohibiting both conflict of interest and corruption, as well as the kind of drug use and bad behaviour for which Toronto’s notorious now-deceased former mayor was known. “In Europe, most politicians have to sign moral-ethical agreements, basically stating if they start acting like Rob Ford they have to step back,” he said. “I’d like to sign that and it’s something I’d

Kyle Mardon is now one of 11 people seeking two seats in Kamloops council in the Sept. 30 byelection. ANDREA KLASSEN/KTW

like to bring into politics in North America in general.” Mardon, a CP Rail foreman and former cello teacher, said he was encouraged to run for council by some sitting councillors. In addition to good behaviour, he wants to focus on improving the downtown core

and attracting more business to the city. “There’s not enough jobs and there’s nothing for people to do,” he said. “People come off the train and there’s no casino downtown any more, so there’s nothing for them to do. I’d like to make Kamloops all that it

can be because it can be better than this.” Mardon wants to see council offer more incentives for businesses to locate in the city and to bring more residents to downtown through densification. He’s also critical of changes the city made several years ago, when it replaced its

aging coin-operated meters with digital kiosks, which have faced criticism for being slower to operate. “I’d make the parking free. It’s free everywhere else in the city. Why is it only paid downtown?” Mardon asked. While council made its decision to oppose the proposed Ajax mine just days before he spoke to KTW, Mardon said he supports the project if it passes its environmental assessment, provided the city can negotiate two conditions — an environmental monitor paid for by the mine, but hired by the city, and an insurance bond to cover the city in case

of a disaster. • The Sept. 30 byelection is taking place due to three resignations from council. Peter Milobar stepped down as mayor after being elected MLA in Kamloops-North Thompson. Ken Christian resigned as councillor to seek the empty mayor’s chair. Marg Spina resigned as councillor to focus on cancer treatments. There are four mayoral candidates: Christian, Cindy Ross Friedman, Reo Rocheleau and Todd Mcleod. There are 12 councillor candidates: Mardon, Stephen Karpuk, Sadie Hunter, Jennifer Adams, Nicholas Adams, Kevin Krueger, Bill Sarai,

Gerald Watson, Jesse Bochek, Ray Dhaliwal Brad Serl and Kathy Sinclair. • Candidates in the Sept. 30 byelection can formally become nominees as of Aug. 15 and will have until Aug. 25 to declare their intent to run. Nomination packages will be available at city hall, at Victoria Street and First Avenue, as of Aug. 4. Candidates must be Canadian citizens of at least 18 years of age who have lived in B.C. for at least six months on the day their nomination papers are filed. Candidates are not required to live in Kamloops or own property with city limits.

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A 19-year-old Kamloops woman may face charges after a 20-year-old man was found apparently stabbed in the chest in the early-morning hours of Sunday. RCMP Sgt. Brandon Buliziuk said Mounties responded to a complaint of a disturbance and potential stabbing in the Westsyde area at about 2 a.m. Buliziuk said officers found a 20-year-old man outside a home, suffering from what appeared to be a chest wound. A 19-year-old woman was then found inside the home with a knife. Buliziuk said the victim was taken to Royal Inland Hospital, where he is being treated for his injuries and is in stable condition. The woman remains in RCMP custody, with a charge of aggravated assault being recommended to Crown. “The investigation is currently ongoing and there is no further perceived risk to public safety at this time,” Buliziuk said.

Missing no more Kamloops Mounties say two people reported missing — including a teenaged girl who disappeared five months ago — have been found and are safe. On Sunday, 17-yearold Aislynn Hanson, who was reported missing on Feb. 20, was found in the Metro Vancouver area. According to Sgt. Sascha Fesenko, she is unharmed and safe. Police have also found 38-year-old Quinton Davis, who was reported missing last week after being out of contact with family since early June.

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LOCAL NEWS In early May, high creek levels washed out a portion of the downstream slope underpinning Old Highway 5 near the Heffley Creek store, taking out the culvert and compromising utility lines. The city chose to build a bridge as the best option to replace a failed culvert in the roadway. CITY OF KAMLOOPS PHOTO

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The City of Kamloops hopes residents in Heffley Creek will once again be able to drive across a washed-out span of Old Highway 5 by winter. But they will be doing so over a new bridge. Utility services manager Greg Wightman said the city has settled on a bridge as the best option to replace a failed culvert in the roadway, which has been out of commission since heavy runoff caused flooding around the city this past spring. A culvert is a tunnel carrying a stream under a road or railroad. In Heffley, high creek levels washed out a portion of the downstream slope underpinning Old Highway 5 near the Heffley Creek store, taking out the culvert

and compromising utility lines. While the area’s water main was brought back online quickly, lines powering streetlights, which were severed during the flooding, remain inoperable and a Fortis gas main is being kept aloft on ties. Studies conducted on the existing culvert found it needed to be a metre wider to meet modern standards and accommodate water flows under the roadway. “Hearing that we know we would have to replace the culvert anyway, and if we had to dig all the way down to replace it, we started looking at other options,” Wightman said. “And a bridge is a far better option when it comes to capacity. There’s not as much restriction as there would be with a culvert.”

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n these days of tax increases, fee hikes and stagnant service levels at all levels of government, the revised lease agreement between the City of Kamloops and the Kamloops Blazers of the Western Hockey League is sure to rile many taxpayers. The privately owned team was nearing the end of a 10-year lease deal with the city, in which it paid $278,000 last year for the use of Sandman Centre for games and practices. The contract began in 2008 at $234,000 per year, with a two per cent hike added annually. The two sides met earlier this year and agreed to a new 10-year deal, one in which the Blazers will pay a lot less to use the cityowned, 5,600-seat arena. The new deal sets the team’s annual rent at $128,000, with the Blazers giving the city an extra $1.40 per ticket for all tickets sold over the 3,500 mark. Even if the Blazers sold out all 36 games this coming season, the rent would increase by $106,000, to $234,000, still almost $50,000 less than what the city received annually under the previous deal. (A separate marketing agreement between the two sides remains unchanged; the Blazers give the city $240,000 each year for the rights to selling advertising — and keeping the revenue — inside Sandman Centre.) Attendance has become a challenge in Kamloops and in the majority of WHL communities, with the Blazers last season 14th in attendance in the 22-team league. With attendance and financial woes comes fears of a team relocating, as happened at the end of the 2015-2016 season when the Vancouver Giants moved to Langley, a move expected to save the Giants about $300,000 per year. There is a newer, 7,000-seat arena in Abbotsford waiting for a tenant and other cities in Western Canada — including Winnipeg — having some interest in attracting a team. Perhaps retaining a franchise, even one as storied as the Blazers, relies on standings of dollars and cents, rather than wins and losses.

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ho’s the biggest winner in the new NDP government — unions or envi-

ronmentalists? Both. Professional protesters are thrilled. Joe Foy of the Wilderness Committee allowed that he’s “over the moon” about NDP MLA George Heyman taking over the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, as it has been rebranded. Foy assured the Vancouver Sun that during his three terms as B.C. Government Employees’ Union president, Heyman “brought together a coalition of union representatives and environmental representatives and made the argument that it needn’t be jobs versus the environment.” It’s too bad Heyman’s party’s version of that argument fails. Putting unconstitutional roadblocks in front of a federal pipeline project offers only lost jobs, since replacement oil is abundant. Shutting down Site C, B.C.’s biggest clean energy project in 30 years, would hurt the environment and push thousands of people out of work. These days it’s MoveUP, the BC Hydro office union, that has new clout. Two of its communications people moved up into top positions in Premier John Horgan’s office. Horgan has turned green, and I don’t mean in a Hulk sort of way. He cries now. He drives a Prius. He loves small hydro projects, once derided by the NDP as “pirate power.” Not long ago, lefty economists,

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VICTORIA the Wilderness Committee and COPE 378, as MoveUp used to be called, ran a bitter campaign against private hydro. Now let 100 power flowers bloom, all in the unionized monopoly model of BC Hydro. That’s been Horgan’s only real problem with independent power all along. The first order of business when the legislature resumes after Labour Day is, once again, the election of a speaker. Officially, it’s a secret ballot vote, a privilege MLAs reserve for themselves that the NDP hopes to remove from employees in union certification votes. B.C.’s new labour minister is Surrey-Newton MLA Harry Bains, who came to politics from a career with the SteelworkersIWA Canada. NDP insiders call it “Steel,” an indication of the intimacy between the party and the international union that bankrolled its campaign staff. Bains wants to replace the secret ballot in union certification with a card check that would allow union sign-ups in private. B.C. Green Leader Andrew Weaver, a former union negotiator

himself with the UVic faculty association, is opposed. Vision Vancouver executive director Stepan Vdovine is doing a temporary stint in Victoria, on loan from Mayor Gregor Robertson’s city hall. Vdovine and his Visionistas played the 2015 leak of a freighter’s bunker fuel into English Bay as a planetthreatening event and played the Vancouver media like a violin. This forest fire season is already being framed as a preview of the Mad Max future that awaits if Canada’s oil isn’t kept in the ground and if a global wealth shift is not immediately implemented — from your wallet. Like San Francisco-based ForestEthics, Vancouver-based Wilderness Committee is trying to edge away from the played-out “war in the woods” routine. It has a “climate change campaigner” now, whose job is to join all the other groups arrayed against the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion. His latest anti-pipeline newsletter is a predictable jumble of U.S. protester fake news about the “tar sands,” mostly around the familiar claim that it’s the dirtiest, most carbon-intensive oil in the world. This is received wisdom for every NDP and Green MLA I’ve heard from on the subject. Actually, 13 oilfields in California have higher upstream greenhouse-gas emissions than Alberta dilbit, as does Alaska North Slope crude, which has been tankered daily from Valdez past Victoria for 40 years. tfletcher@blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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OPPOSING AJAX IS THE REAL STORY

ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Mount Sampson, Maligne Lake, by Lawren Harris, is among the artwork on display in the Lawren Harris: Canadian Visionary exhibit at the Kamloops Art Gallery. The gallery is located downtown at Victoria Street and Fifth Avenue and wildfire evacuees get free admission.

OUTSTANDING EXHIBITS AT KAMLOOPS ART GALLERY Editor: I’ve just viewed the Kamloops Art Gallery’s Lawren Harris: Canadian Visionary and AlterNation exhibits. They are exemplary. Harris is my favourite from the Group of Seven, so I’m biased on his portion of the exhibit. However,

in addition to Harris’ work, the art gallery has also displayed the original works of other members of the Group of Seven. Then there is the delightful diversity displayed in the AlterNation exhibit. It’s ultra-Canadian and a wonderful crosscultural art experience

that includes the full spectrum of joy and sadness. These exhibits are a definite must-see. Thank you, Kamloops Art Gallery, for helping us celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday. Jeannie Niedersteiner Kamloops

Editor: We object to the front-page headline in the July 18 edition of KTW, which stated, Mine worth $3.8 million a year to city. The headline should have read: “Council votes to oppose Ajax.” That is the story. It has taken Kamloops council six years to come to an obvious conclusion. We applaud council for its decision. The money proposed in the draft agreement will not cover all the costs and dam-

ages the city will incur if the copper and gold mine south of Aberdeen is approved by senior levels of government. And calling it a “benefit agreement” is an oxymoron. We should call it a “compensation agreement” because that is what it is. It is intended to offset some of the additional costs the city will incur due to the mine’s operation. Paula Pick chair Kamloops Area Preservation Association

REWARD FOR BRIEFCASE Editor: I am offering a generous reward for the return of my briefcase, which was stolen from my vehicle. There is nothing in my briefcase that would mean much to someone else, but it sure means a lot to me The briefcase is black, made of nylon and has a colourful dreamcatcher

embroidered on the front. Please find it in your heart to return it. You can drop it off at the Kamloops RCMP Battle Street detachment at Battle Street and Sixth Avenue or call me at 250-574-1846 — no questions asked. I really need it back. Thanks so much. Lauraine Wakely Kamloops

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“I don’t know for sure if mineral exploration tanked in B.C. in the 1990s, but if it did, the market price of 70 to 80 cents per pound for copper would be to blame. The NDP gave Highland Valley a break on electricity costs to keep the mine viable when the low price of copper was threatening to shutter the facility.” — posted by Brian Carroll “Abacus is now trading on a new venture, the Willow Project in Nevada, in which it has made significant investment. I believe management has seen the light that Ajax is a no-go.” — posted by Nelsonx1

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“I was also one of the many volunteers at the 2017 BC Special Olympics in Kamloops. I had an amazing experience working with this group of incredible athletes. I love them.” — posted by Puppy Snuggles

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DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops resident Bruce Angus walks his dog along the North Thompson River near Westsyde Centennial Park. He said the recent high water has eroded much of the bank on which a walking path was built, exposing old car parts and barbed wire. Angus sees it as a danger for children and dogs walking the paths.

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A Westsyde resident is urging his neighbours to watch out for unpleasant surprises left along the bank of the North Thompson after this spring’s high water levels. Bruce Angus said the riverbank, which is popular among dog walkers and children, was badly eroded during this year’s flooding season.

Since then, the neighbourhood has been dealing with rusty barbed wire and old car frames exposed by the waters. The debris was buried in the area long ago to help shore up the riverbank. “The dogs and kids that go over the side of the path to get to the river — to pick up rocks or cool their feet or whatever — all this nasty rusted old barbed wire is all around there, and cars they used as fill. It’s sharp edges,” he said.

Angus said neighbours have cut out the barbed wire as much as possible, but the car bodies are difficult to tackle. He’s hoping to warn others headed to the river to watch their steps. Greg Wightman, utility services supervisor at the city, said the riverbank isn’t in the city’s jurisdiction, but his department is trying to alert the province about the exposed metal in hopes it will clean it up.

Kami Cabs gets city support for more taxis The City of Kamloops is backing a cab company’s request to enlarge its fleet. Kami Cabs has applied to the Passenger Transportation Board to increase its vehicle numbers to 31 from 26, including a second handicapped-accessible taxi. While Kami Cabs operates about the same number of vehicles as its competitor, Yellow Cabs, director of community safety and corporate services David Duckworth told council the latter is allowed to operate up to 42 vehicles, though it only has 23 in service. Duckworth said it’s not clear why Yellow Cabs does not operate at full capacity, but said the city does see a need to have more taxis on the road. According to a staff report, Kami Cabs last applied for a fleet increase in 2010, when it asked for approval to run two more accessible cabs. However, the transportation board only allowed it to increase its fleet by one vehicle.

Kami Cabs is one of two taxi companies in Kamloops. It is seeking to increase its fleet to 31 vehicles from the current roster of 26. KTW FILE PHOTO

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#BC WILDHEARTS RAISES MORE THAN $300,000 MONEY FROM LAST-MINUTE FUNDRAISER WILL AID THOSE IMPACTED BY WILDFIRES TIM PETRUK STAFF REPORTER tim@kamloopsthisweek.com

A last-minute fundraiser organized by a collection of Kamloops businesses has raised more than $300,000 for British Columbians impacted by wildfires. “We don’t have exact numbers yet, and I don’t know if we’re going to, but it’s going to be over $300,000,” said Tim Bell, viceRIGHT: Mitch Campsall, mayor of 100 Mile House, addresses the crowd at Friday’s #BC Wildhearts fundraiser at Sahali Mall. Residents of the Cariboo town were only allowed to return to town this past weekend, after being ordered evacuated on July 9. BELOW, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Bob Graham of Kamloops writes out a cheque as he donates to the cause; Evacuee Eloise Hobi from Lac La Hache said she had to forego singing at festivals close to home this summer, so she thanked Kamloops with a rendition of Fight Song; KTW staffers were out in force during the fundraiser for wildfire evacuees, handing out free movie passes to those staying in Kamloops. From left: Marilyn Emery, Tara Holmes, Angela Wilson, Lorraine Dickinson and Jessica Wallace; Shattered Blue plays to an appreciative crowd. ALLEN DOUGLAS PHOTOS/KTW

president of Arrow Transportation and the main organizer behind Friday’s #BC Wildhearts fundraiser in the Sahali Mall parking lot. “It far exceeded what we thought when we initially got going,” he said. “Our hope was somewhere around $150,000. The corporate dollars exceeded that and then the public donations were higher than we expected.”

The event featured live music and free food for evacuees, volunteers and firefighters. Plans for the fundraiser were hatched four days before the event, which didn’t leave much time for organizing. But, Bell said, buy-in from local businesses was impressive. Businesses spearheading #BC Wildhearts included Kamloops This

Week, Kal Tire, Trimac, Chevron, Inland Kenworth, Peterbilt Pacific, Ty-Crop, RJ Western Star Freightliner, SMS Equipment and Arrow Transportation. The money raised will go to the Red Cross, Bell said, with meetings planned for August to determine exactly what gets funded. Bell said donating sponsors have input into where their money goes.

Concert to help evacuees Wednesday night offers another chance to help wildfire evacuees as the B.C. Lottery Corporation presents Midsummer Music Jam at Music in the Park in Riverside Park. Midsummer Music Jam is going country this year with musical acts The Road Hammers — the biggest-selling Canadian country band in history — and Daylen James, a fastrising Canadian country singer. BCLC has invited 11 food trucks to take part in the July 26 instalment of Food Truck Wednesdays at Music in the Park, with free meals for those displaced by the fires. Meal vouchers can be picked up at the BCLC tent by showing valid identification. But, most importantly, Midsummer Music Jam is an opportunity for concertgoers to support wildfire evacuees by bringing non-perishable donations, as well as personal-care items such as toothbrushes, towels and face wipes, for the Kamloops Food Bank. Food trucks will open their doors at 5 p.m., with the free concert starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday’s weather for the concert is looking spectacular, with Environment Canada calling for sunshine and a daytime high of 35 C, with the mercury expected at 29 C by the time the music begins.

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Canadian dollar hits 80 cents US for first time in more than a year LINDA NGUYEN

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TORONTO — The loonie broke above 80 cents US Monday for the first time in more than a year amid a weakened U.S. dollar and further signs of a strengthening Canadian economy. After steadily rising for weeks, the Canadian dollar crested above the threshold in morning trading and was bobbing around that level later in the day before closing at 79.92. The currency has gained nearly 10 per cent since early May, fuelled by brightening economic prospects in recent months that prompted the Bank of Canada to raise its key benchmark interest rate earlier this month for the first time in close to seven years. There are expectations one or possibly two more rate hikes could be in the offing before the end of the year. Earlier Monday, Statistics Canada reported that whole-

sale sales hit a record high in May as they climbed 0.9 per cent to $61.6 billion. Economists had expected an increase of 0.5 per cent, according to Thomson Reuters. Isaac Holloway, an assistant professor at the Ivey Business School at Western University, said the gain in the Canadian dollar will have the biggest affect on importers and exporters, though it will likely be months before consumers see the fallout. “Anyone importing or consuming imported goods could be seeing relief on the price front,’’ he said from London, Ont. “On the flip side, anybody who is exporting is going to have to lower their prices to remain competitive with foreign competitors.’’ A stronger loonie will also likely encourage more Canadians to travel south of the border, he added. Shaun Osborne, chief cur-

rency strategist at Scotiabank, said he doesn’t expect the loonie to rise much more despite the strong economic performance as of late. “A lot of good news is already priced in at this point,’’ he said. “It’s difficult concocting what else will help it continue to rise. We’ll see a stabilization in the short run for the Canadian dollar.’’ Osborne noted that there are a number of factors besides monetary policy that has helped the currency rise. The loonie has benefited from a lower U.S. dollar, which has been hit in recent months by political uncertainty under the Donald Trump administration. But the greenback can strengthen if the U.S. Federal Reserve continues on its interest rate hike schedule this year. Oil prices, which also heavily influence the Canadian dollar, have been stuck

between US$40 and US$50 per barrel in recent weeks. Expectations are that crude prices will continue to stabilize, which would mean the Canadian dollar will not find additional support from the commodity. “It’s going to be difficult for the Canadian dollar to advance at its current pace without more significant news and it’s difficult to see where that news is going to come from,’’ said Osborne. On Bay Street, Canada’s main stock index pulled back moderately as gold and materials stocks lost ground. The Toronto Stock Exchange’s S&P/TSX composite index was down 50.08 points to 15,133.05 in midafternoon trading. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average declined 44.05 points to 21,536.02, the S&P 500 index lost 1.45 points to 2,471.09 and the Nasdaq composite index was up 16.36 points to 6,404.12.

Calgary urged to wait before Boaters charged deciding on Olympic bid City hosted 1988 winter games, now mulling bid for 2026 LAUREN KRUGEL

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CALGARY — The city of Calgary is being urged to wait for more details from the International Olympic Committee before deciding whether to bid for the 2026 Games. A 17-member bid exploration group has concluded that the city that held the 1988 Winter Olympics could do so again, but recommends Calgary take more time to determine whether it’s a good idea. The bid committee wants more details from the IOC on what support it could provide in helping reduce operational costs as well as what its host city requirements will be. When the committee was formed, it was expecting a September deadline for Calgary to decide on a bid. But the IOC has extended the invitation phase for 2026 bids, so the city has another year to mull it over. Committee chair Rick

Hanson told councillors they have the gift of time and it would be prudent to take advantage of that and get all the information they can. “We didn’t feel that we should rush to a conclusion or any kind of recommendation without considering all current and relevant facts,’’ he said during bid discussions at city hall Monday. “And sometimes these current and relevant facts arrived very late in the game.’’ The bid exploration committee told city council last month that the price tag to hold the 2026 Games would be about $4.6 billion. It said the Games would generate almost half that in revenue, but another $2.4 billion would be needed. The 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver and Whistler cost $7.7 billion. Calgary’s estimate is lower in part because the city could reuse venues from the 1988 Winter Games. Sion, Switzerland, and Innsbruck, Austria, are among

Calgary’s potential rivals for a 2026 bid. Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi said he’s not expecting to see a draft host city contract until after next year’s Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. “So it’s a bit anticlimactic, really. We’ve done all this work to get to this point, but it’s a bit hurry up and wait. And I would imagine that if council says, ‘You know what? We don’t want to do this at all,’ council could make that decision next week,’’ he said. “I suspect that council will probably make the decision to say, ‘We’ve done this great work. Let’s put it on the shelf, pens down for a little while. Let’s see what the IOC comes up with.’’’ Hanson told city council that IOC officials have been accommodating and have shown interest in the debate in Calgary. He said he would reach out to see whether any IOC representatives can answer councillors’ questions in September.

after lake rescue THE CANADIAN PRESS

NORDEGG, Alta. — RCMP have charged two boaters in central Alberta after the pair were rescued from the shore of a remote lake after an intense storm. Mounties said the man and woman went floating in a small rubber boat on Abraham Lake Sunday wearing shorts, t-shirts and sandals. Police said neither was wearing a life preserver and they didn’t have a rope or bailer bucket on board. The wind blew them to the middle of the lake and large white-caps moved them further from shore. An Alberta wildlife officer and two firefighters managed to find the pair huddled underneath their boat on the shore suffering from exposure. RCMP say alcohol was a factor and the pair have been charged with failing to have life jackets.

Bountiful leader guilty of polygamy THE CANADIAN PRESS

CRANBROOK — A former bishop of an isolatB.C. News ed religious commune in British Columbia has been convicted of practising polygamy after a decades-long legal fight launched by the provincial government. Winston Blackmore was alleged to have married 24 women as part of so-called “celestial’’ marriages involving residents in the tiny community of Bountiful. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Sheri Donegan said Monday the collective force of evidence against Blackmore proves that he was married to Jane Blackmore and 24 other women at the same time. Blackmore’s lawyer has already told the court that he will launch a constitutional challenge of Canada’s polygamy laws if his client is found guilty. His co-defendant James Oler is accused of having five wives and Donegan had yet to announce a verdict for him as of KTW press time. Donegan said the evidence proves that Blackmore has been a practising member of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints (FLDS), a breakaway Mormon sect that believes in plural marriage. “His adherence to the practices and beliefs of the FLDS is not in dispute,’’ she said as she read her ruling. “Mr. Blackmore . . . would not deny his faith in his 2009 statement to police. He spoke openly about his practice of polygamy.’’ The 12-day trial heard from Mormon experts, former Bountiful residents and law enforcement. The mainstream Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which is based in Utah, officially renounced polygamy in the late 19th century and disputes any connection to the fundamentalist group’s form of Mormonism.

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Report hints at big hike in ICBC rates VANCOUVER — A new report warns that British Columbia drivers may have to pay 30 per cent more for auto insurance unless the provincial government makes big changes. The study by Ernst & Young said a massive overhaul to the Insurance Corp. of British Columbia needs to start now in order to avoid drastic rate hikes that are forecast over the next two years. The report said changes could include bringing back photo radar, capping payments for pain and suffering and making high-risk drivers pay more. The Crown corporation commissioned the report before the B.C. New Democrats defeated the incumbent Liberals in May. The report said ICBC is under increasing financial pressure because of a spike in the number of car crashes happening on B.C. roads and a jump in the cost of vehicle repairs and injury claims.

100 Mile House mill back in operation TORONTO — Norbord Inc. says its oriented strand board mill in 100 Mile House resumed production over the weekend. The company said work restarted after an evacuation order for 100 Mile House and nearby communities was lifted. Norbord temporarily suspended production on July 10 due to the wildfires burning in the region. The company said the curtailment is not expected to materially impact its third-quarter results.

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Doctors distressed by First Nations mental health services urge action from Trudeau KRISTY KIRKUP

THE CANADIAN PRESS

OTTAWA — A group of physicians who provide medical care to First Nations in northwestern Ontario are calling on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Health Minister Jane Philpott to address the “escalating’’ mental-health crisis in those communities. More than 20 doctors outlined their concerns in a letter released ahead of an Ottawa meeting on Monday afternoon, noting they are distressed by the perpetual mental health crises in First Nations communities. “While government bureaucracies maintain funding and health system design, First Nations are left with the blame for health system failure,’’ the letter said. “They are also left with the results of health system failure: more suicides, more disease morbidity and more broken families and communities.’’ On Monday, Philpott and Ontario Health Minister Eric Hoskins met to discuss suicide and regional health problems with Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler — the head of an umbrella organization representing 49 reserves in northern Ontario. They signed a joint charter to outline how they can work together to overhaul the way health care is deliv-

ered to northern Ontario reserves. Part of the overhaul required involves giving more resources and responsibilities to First Nations themselves, the doctors argue, because the bureaucracy does not have the proper tools to implement prevention and treatment plans. “Short-term crisis response intervention cannot be the backbone of any health system,’’ their letter said. “This is what we have accepted in the current government health system design . . . we ask that you invest in community-led health transformation.’’ For his part, Hoskins said Ontario will send 20 new full-time mental health workers to Pikangikum First Nation — a remote community located near the Manitoba border that has long struggled with a suicide crisis including, most recently, the deaths of four young people. He said the workers will go to the reserve immediately — at a cost of about $1.6 million — and will remain as long as needed. The investment comes after the province heard from the community about a serious need for trauma and mental health supports including from about 380 people seeking counselling. Hoskins also said he believes changing the current approach involves giving more control to First Nations in Ontario to direct and manage care, pointing to a successful model used in B.C.

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Ottawa aims to have weed legal next summer THE CANADIAN PRESS

MONTREAL — An official with a large producer of medical cannabis doubts Canada’s licensed companies will be able to adequately supply consumers come next July. Cam Battley, executive vicepresident of Aurora Cannabis Inc., said the existing capacity and what is envisioned will not be sufficient to meet the needs of the adult consumer market. He made the comment on Monday after Aurora began trading common shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The Trudeau government is

sticking with its deadline to legalize recreational marijuana by July 2018, despite provincial fears there’s not enough time to address the legal, social and health challenges of ending Canada’s pot prohibition. Battley said Canada is demonstrating leadership around the world with respect to medical cannabis because of its well-developed and successful medical cannabis system. Aurora is building what it describes as the world’s largest cannabis production facility at Edmonton International Airport. The company is one of several producers now listed on the TSX.

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KELLY PROVENCHER I have worked with Kelly for about 8 years now. Recently due to unforeseen circumstances I was forced to sell and downsize and the whole process took about 6 months. Kelly was unbelievably supportive and patient through the emotional roller coaster I found myself on. Everything worked out perfectly in the end basically because I received the knowledge and support from a great Realtor like Kelly. I would recommend Kelly and encourage you to call her and get my number so you can talk to me personally about why Kelly is my Realtor. - V. Solmes

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HOME SALES OFF 2016 PACE The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that a total of 11,671 residential unit sales were recorded by the Multiple Listing Service in June, down 9.6 per cent from the same period last year. Total sales dollar volume was $8.47 billion, down 5.6 per cent from June 2016. The average MLS residential price in the province was $725,778, a 4.4 per cent increase from the same period last year. “Although home sales remain well off the record pace set last year, demand is still quite robust,” said BCREA economist Brendon Ogmundson. “That demand is supported by a strong provincial economy and

vigorous job growth.” “But supply remains a challenge, which means most areas are seeing tight market conditions and significant upward pressure on prices.” Total active listings in the province were down 6.2 per cent to 29,651 units from June 2016.

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My commitment to you is to provide you with the specialized real estate services you deserve. I strive to ensure that your buying or selling experience will be as enjoyable and stress-free as possible. Whether you are a first-time buyer or this is your ‘100th’ home, a seller, an investor – I welcome the opportunity to work with to you. Need a networker? In 2013 I was accepted into the “Who’s Who International Referral/Networking” group. I believe in giving back, and a portion of every commission goes to the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation and the New Life Community.

Born and raised here, I am proud to call Kamloops my home.

Buying or selling I will provide you with service above and beyond your expectations while making the process as seamless as possible. Give me a call and I would be happy to help you with any Real Estate needs.

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GUS DeJARDIN I purchased my first home in Victoria, BC when I was nineteen for $74,000. Since then I purchased properties from Vancouver Island to the East Kootenays. I owned a contracting company and I am experienced in home renovations and the costs to maximize the value of your home. I work with a limited number of Buyers and Sellers so you can be assured of quality service. After years of working for another well-known Kamloops agency, Gus de Jardin brought B.C. based Fair Realty to Kamloops to offer a “Fair” alternative to the larger agencies.

I owned and managed a popular restaurant for 20 years and during that time I have helped hundreds of people book their weddings, anniversaries, and many other special events. They trusted me to deliver a great product and exceptional service for their special day and I will continue to apply those values and work ethic in my Real Estate career.

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Year-to-date, BC residential sales dollar volume was down 21.7 per cent to $39.1 billion, when compared with the same period in 2016. Residential unit sales declined 18.6 per cent to 54,830 units, while the average MLS residential price was down 3.8 per cent to $712,993.

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Real Estate is about being a valuable adviser, not just a salesperson. Knowing your local real estate market is important when buying or selling, I can help you with that. While working with me, you can expect: • A knowledgeable guide • Personal and attentive service • Great negotiation skills • Expert selling strategies • A worry-free move If you’re thinking of buying or selling, let me help you! Real estate is my business, call me!

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Sarah devotes 100% of her focus and 100% of her time to your needs, and offers a 100% client satisfaction guarantee. Call Sarah today to find out how Sarah helps Kamloops home sellers.

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DOREEN MONSON I’m happy to say Kamloops is my home. This is a city with spirit and heartbeat! I love living here and working here, so it’s no wonder to me that others want to make it their home, too. While our city keeps growing and the landscape keeps changing, people’s basic needs tend to stay the same… especially when it comes to buying and protecting their most important asset, their homes. My experience has always centred around helping people from all walks of life, which has made a career in real estate a perfect fit for me. Working to do a great job as your realtor is my goal, whether you’re thinking of buying or selling I would be pleased to help you. Call Doreen.

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Charming renovated home on half acre in popular Whitecroft, only 5 minutes from Sun Peaks. Open concept living with beautiful pine and slate flooring leads into a welcoming kitchen with lots of cupboards. Main floor has two bedrooms, separate laundry and a large bathroom including a double jetted tub. This home has a large deck off the main living area with panoramic mountain views. Many fabulous recent upgrades up and down including freshly upgraded in-law suite with separate entrance and laundry, new windows throughout, window coverings, light fixtures, paint, and a new roof! There is also a storage area and workshop, generous parking area surrounded by beautifully landscaped yard. This property offers all you’re looking for in your next home and more.

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Lovely log home on 6.81 acre lot flat property with ability for horse stables. Tranquille river runs through property. The peaceful setting gives an amazing privacy with only being 30 mins from Kamloops Airport and Golf course. The home has 2 bedrooms, 3 baths with 2 dens and office nook. Open main floor kitchen dining area leading into a back deck (43ft by 14ft) to relax and enjoy the peaceful setting. Property also has 2 timber framed wood sheds 1 work shop and 3 out buildings. Telus for tv, explorenet for wifi. Septic, well 80ft.

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MICHELINE STEPHENSON I LOVE REAL ESTATE! Your home is your most valuable possession. Whether you are buying, selling or just need “HONEST” advice... you need all the facts. My clients are very important to me. My goal is to make the process easy, enjoyable and rewarding. Let me put my knowledge and experience to work for you. Please call me anytime for your real estate needs.

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SANDY LAPOINTE Make the most of your first impression. New listings create a lot of interest, making it important for sellers to get their pricing right. I have spent my adult life in Kamloops, and have been a realtor for 11 years. I help sellers develop the right asking price to attract attention and get maximum return. Setting a fair market value on your home gets the most out of interested buyers. Too low a price leaves thousands of dollars on the table, and too high a price scares away buyers and leaves your home on the market for too long. Bring your questions, and let’s chat about pricing your home in Kamloops.

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LINDA LOVE Everyone should have the chance to live their passion, and I “LOVE” what I do! I chose to move to Kamloops over 16 years ago and love living here. Over the years I have bought and sold homes for myself and my family, and really appreciated many great Realtors. When I became a Realtor I incorporated those attributes into my style. I treat my clients the way I like to be treated. Great service, patience, knowledge and 15 years of experience is what I offer. I would “LOVE” to help you buy or sell your home. Please contact me as your real estate professional. Kamloops Realty

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ANDREW KARPIAK Born and raised in Kamloops to a long-time, community-supporting medical family, Andrew is a full-time realtor approaching his 11th year serving Kamloops, Tobiano, Shuswap and Sun Peaks. Put my experience into action: • Assisted in hundreds of real estate deals • Top 10 Royal LePage agent • Approachable, honest and experienced I have Buyers looking for a house with a suite, full duplex and investors looking for commercial property.

MAKE SURE BUYING A HOME DOESN’T LEAVE YOU LIVING WITH REGRETS. A REALTOR®’s expertise can help you avoid complications and pitfalls you may not anticipate on your own. With a REALTOR®, the largest transaction of your life can be the best decision of your life.

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ABOVE: Local artist Mikael Maddison (left) and Chris Brock present their stylized sound to passersby on Victoria Street in recent years during the Downtown Merchants Market. BOTTOM RIGHT: Customer Care and Patrol team member Kristina Moller and Kevin Lapratte add a colourful touch to the merchants’ tents with balloons.

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owntown Kamloops will come alive starting tomorrow with sidewalk sales, entertainment, food samplings and a new back-alley block party. The Downtown Merchants Market, hosted by the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association, returns this year from Wednesday through Saturday. The event features four days of festivities in the downtown core. New to the event this year is a Back Alley Block Party on Friday night from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the 200-block alleyway between Victoria Street and Seymour Street. Industry happy hour will be held from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. that night, featuring discounted brews alongside street act Piper Mckenzie and live music by James and the North Shore and At Mission Dolores. A pong tournament will be held at 7 p.m. and food will be available from Mittz Kitchen,

Fratelli Foods, Klasske’s Bistro, The Happy Camper, Vyanjan Fine Indian Cuisine and Jade Garden. The Back Alley Block Party is sponsored by Kamloops’ annual beer festival, Brewloops. The market’s schedule will be rounded out with the following events: • Sidewalk sales, live music and the Farmers’ Market on the 400 block of Victoria Street on Wednesday; • The Taste of Downtown returns from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday. Participants can purchase a passport for $15 from the CAP Team Visitor Information Kiosk at 340 Victoria St. It includes eight tokens, which can be exchanged to sample dishes created by downtown restaurants. Some of the restaurants to be featured include Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine, PDK Cafe, Red Collar, Scoopz Ice Cream, Pizza Pi and The Art We Are. Proceeds benefit the Kamloops Food Bank and the Artisans Alive

music program; • The fourth annual Car Free Day rounds out festivities on Saturday on Victoria Street. Vehicles will be banned from the 200 and 300-blocks of Victoria Street, which will be filled with activities, games, relaxation pods and live music. Free parking is available in city parkades on Seymour Street and Lansdowne Street. The Downtown

Merchants Market is among summer festivities by the KCBIA. Other programming includes the Artisans Alive music program, which showcases local musicians from Wednesdays through Sundays through summer months and Yoga in the Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays in July and August. For more information, go online to downtownkamloops. com.

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Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Take notice that Thompson-Nicola Regional District from Kamloops, BC has ap to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLN Thompson-Okanagan for a license of occupation for Park purposes situated on Prov Crown land located at Prichard, BC over portion of Lot 4, DL's 515, 521 and 522, K Plan 7524, except Plan 36681. .

The Lands File for this application is 3413202. Comments on this application be submitted by one of two options:

Take notice that Thompson-Nicola Regional District from Kamloops, BC has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Option 1:Thompson-Okanagan Online via the Applications Reasons for Decision Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), for a and licence of occupation forwebsite Park at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp where details of the applicat purposes situated on Provincial Crown land located at Prichard, BC over portion of Lot 4, DLs 515, 521 and 522, and maps can be found. KDYD, Plan 7524, except Plan 36681. Option 2: by mail to the Senior Land Officer, Thompson-Okanagan, MFLNRO, at 4 Columbia Street Kamloops BC V2C 2T3. The Lands File for this application is 3413202. Comments on this application may be submitted by one of two Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to August 31, 2017. MFLNRO ma options: be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Option 1: Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision website at: Be advised that anywhere response to of thisthe advertisement will be considered part o http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp details application and maps can public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Minis be found. Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations’ Office in Thompson-Okanagan. Option 2: By mail to the Senior Land Officer, Thompson-Okanagan, MFLNRO, at 441 Columbia Street Kamloops BC V2C 2T3. Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to August 31, 2017. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information.

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Jonathan Natavio (left) of Vancouver is the winner of Built in Kamloops, which comes with a prize of $10,000 cash, accommodations, office space, mentorship and more to develop his startup company Porter. Kamloops Innovation Centre welcomed Natavio at an open house on Friday at its Tranquille Road location. SEAN BRADY/KTW

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amloops Innovation Centre took in 40 applications from eight different countries before crowning Jonathan Natavio of Vancouver as the winner of Built in Kamloops. With a prize of $10,000 cash, accommodations, office space, mentorship and more, Natavio will spend the next six months developing his startup company Porter here in Kamloops. The company is described as a “techenabled concierge platform” for day-to-day tasks that need to get done when people’s schedules may otherwise be too busy.

Tasks like cleaning, handyman jobs, shopping and delivery and even dog walking are available to be booked through Porter. In the company’s first eight months, it focused primarily on big earners — working professionals who could afford to buy some free time by paying others for menial tasks. But Natavio noticed a decline in business and considered the state of the company’s bank account and the fact that it hadn’t received that big injection of capital it needed. Taking a step back, he decided to pivot and focus on gaining clients instead and looked toward the corporate market. Now, in Porter’s home base of Vancouver, companies in the tech, retail and food and beverage industries employ the startup’s

services. Here in Kamloops, Natavio is still thinking about how it’s going to fit in. “One thing I noticed about the industries here in Kamloops is that none of the industries we’ve been successful at can be applied here,” Natavio said. Looking for new markets, Natavio listed agriculture, construction and the automotive industries as potential avenues to success in B.C.’s Interior. To explore those opportunities, Natavio will rely on mentorship from Kamloops Innovation, which he said is critical not only for his business, but for tech communities to grow. “Any market that thinks about creating a community, they should have something like Kamloops Innovation, something like

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Spring Activator in Vancouver — any accelerator or incubator,” he said. “Kamloops Innovation has been super helpful in terms of being able to connect with the right mentors, the right people for the industry.” As far as what he’ll do beyond the next six months? Natavio said he’s undecided, but that “it just makes sense” to keep a head office in Kamloops while expanding to other parts of the Interior like Kelowna, Vernon and Merritt. Porter also made a call for donations to those impacted by the wildfires in the province, accepting items for evacuee relief. He will be picking up two truckloads of supplies from companies and consumers in Vancouver. COMMUNITY PARTNER:

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Nominations sought for Commercial Building Awards The nomination deadline for the ninth annual Thompson Okanagan Kootenay Commercial Building Awards competition is fast approaching and organizers are anticipating the number of entries this year to exceed those of last year’s event. New institutional, commercial, industrial building, multi-/singlefamily, recreational or renovation projects located within those regions and completed between July 31, 2016, and July 31, 2017, are eligible for a Commercial Building Award, with the gala set for Sept. 28 in Kelowna.

This event recognizes the winning efforts of the Thompson, Okanagan and Kootenay regions’ new institutional, commercial, industrial building, multi-/singlefamily, recreational or renovation projects located from Kamloops to Osoyoos and from Revelstoke to Fernie. The deadline for accepting nominations is Aug. 11, provided the project was completed by July 31 of this year. The Okanagan College Trades Complex building was the 2016 Judges’ Choice best overall entry. “This has been a busier year for

commercial and industrial construction in the region,” said Mark MacDonald, president of Business Examiner Thompson Okanagan newspaper, which co-ordinates the event. “So, we’re expecting to have a larger pool of entries, from which our team of judges will determine the winners. There are always some extra intriguing and fascinating projects that are entered.” Sponsors include the Southern Interior Construction Association and Greensheet Construction Data. Each submission will now be

judged by a team of independent judges on the categories noted below, using the following criteria: Does it complement the surrounding properties and area?; Is it esthetically pleasing?; Are there unique architectural features?; What is the level of finish (choice in construction materials)?; Does it answer a specific development need within the community?; Does it contribute to a healthy, sustainable community?; Does it have any environmentally friendly or green elements for possible consideration? Categories for this year’s awards

include: Mixed use (commercial/ residential); Wood; Civil (roads, bridges and infrastructure); Community Institutional (includes Church/ Schools/Government Facilities); Retail/Shopping Centres; Office; Community Recreational; Senior’s Housing; Industrial; Multi Family/Single Family; HospitalityHotels/Motels; Recreational/ Resort; Commercial renovation/ Restoration; and Green. For nomination forms and further information about the event or sponsorship, contact MacDonald by email at mark@ businessexaminer.ca.

Hotline created for wildfire-impacted businesses The British Columbia Economic Development Association (BCEDA) has launched a hotline to help businesses get back on their feet following the devastating fires impacting the B.C. Interior. The hotline has been established in collaboration with FortisBC. The Business Recovery Hotline will run Mondays through Fridays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the first two weeks after evacuees begin to return to their communities. The timeline may be extended if the need is there. The number for the hotline is

1-877-4BC-EDRP (1-877-422-3377). “Business owners are highly resilient, but we want to ensure that they have access to the necessary information to help them move forward,” said Dale Wheeldon, president and CEO of BCEDA. “Every community, regional district and First Nation are important to B.C. and we do everything we can to support them and their local economies.” Business owners will be asked questions over the hotline that will help distinguish the businesses and community’s short- and longterm needs. The information will then be

shared with the communities, the Canadian Red Cross, Community Futures British Columbia, the provincial government, chambers of commerce and others to help them plan as the community moves forward. The BCEDA is planning to send in economic-recovery teams to assist communities in the recovery planning process. The calls will be administered through energy utility FortisBC’s contact centres in Prince George and Burnaby. “The wildfires have impacted many of the communities in which we live and work,”

said Roger Dall’Antonia, executive vice-president of customer service at FortisBC. “We recognize the importance of caring for our communities, especially during difficult times, and as such want to do what we can for businesses in B.C.” Some banks and other agencies have already announced short-term programs that are or will be available to businesses and homeowners who have experienced significant disruptions as a result of the fires. This information and more will be available by calling the hotline.

Canada Pension Plan: Take It Now Or Wait? The Canada Pension Plan(CPP) provides millions of Canadians with additional retirement income. You can start collecting CPP as early as age 60 or defer until 70. As a recap, every month you take CPP before the age of 65 results in a 0.60% reduction in pension entitlement. Taking it when you turn 60 means you would receive 36% less than at age 65. If you elect to take it later, the government rewards you with an additional 0.70% per month, up to an increase of 42% if you wait until age 70. According to canada.gov.ca website, the max amount an individual can receive at age 65 is currently $1,147. This amount is continuously adjusted to the cost of living. The case for taking early: • You are no longer working then you aren’t accruing CPP benefits. Ex: if you retire at 55, that means between 55 and 65 you will have essentially 10 years of $0 income which could drop your overall CPP benefit. • You are working and in a low tax bracket. Taking CPP early could help with paying down debts before retirement, topping up your Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) for future use, or enhancing your lifestyle while still working.

• You want extra income in early retirement. Generally the breakeven age for drawing CPP at age 60 versus 65 is 12 years, meaning deferring CPP comes ahead at around age 77. Most retirees seem to prefer extra income in their early retirement years to help fund trips and active lifestyles. • You have health issues. CPP survivorship rules may provide partial benefits to your spouse, but if s/he already has full CPP, then there is no survivorship benefit outside the $2,500 death benefit. • You have RSP or TFSA room. If you are working and have RSP room, you might be able to offset some of the tax burden by drawing CPP early by contributing it to your RSP. Keep in mind, RSPs are taxed upon withdrawal. If you save your CPP to your TFSA, you will have already paid tax on your CPP and can invest it as you'd like and never pay taxes on it again! Some investors use this to begin a travel or emergency fund. The case for deferring: • You are working and in a higher tax bracket. As an example, say you earn $100,000 a year in salary. Currently your combined BC and Federal tax rate is 38.3%. This means taking CPP at age 60 would result in a 36% reduction of the current $1,147 amount, followed by another 38% tax hit, leaving you with $455 after-tax. In contrast, if you retire at 65 with a $60,000 pension, income split with your spouse, and wind up in the 20% tax bracket, you'd net $917 from the same CPP payment (over double!).

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• You have a bridge benefit on your pension that ends at age 65. • You are 65 or older and near OAS Clawback threshold which begins at $74,789. Deferring CPP may make sense if you can lower your income in future years. • You are receiving government assistance. If you or your partner are receiving government benefits such as Guarantee Income Supplement or the Allowance, drawing CPP early could potentially impact your entitlement. • You are a risk-adverse investor. Investments would need to earn 7.2% a year to offset taking CPP earlier than 65. In today's environment, that can be a challenge and could result in taking on more risk than you are comfortable. Drawing down low risk RSPs and leaving CPP for a later date could make sense. These are just some factors that may impact your decision to draw CPP. As always, please consult a professional to discuss your own circumstances. We are happy to provide the numbers and financial reasoning behind when to draw benefits such as CPP; however what often is more important is enjoying retirement and fulfilling bucket lists. Until next time. Invest Well. Live Well.

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Eric Reid sat for two minutes after this stick work on Kamloops Venom goaltender Matt Hans on Friday at Memorial Arena. Kamloops beat Vernon 13-12, but the hometown TIgers won 7-6 on Sunday to force a fifth and deciding game in the Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League final. Game 5 will be played on Tuesday at Memorial Arena. Faceoff is 7:30 p.m.

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Venom advantage at 5:11 on a breakaway, the recipient of a neat pass from Lawryk in his own end over the heads and outstretched sticks of two Tigers defenders, right into Boomer’s stick. Cue the Vernon comeback. For a second straight game, the Tigers refused to quit and scored three goals in 3:52 to take the lead for good. Landels pulled the Tigers to within a goal at 13:39; Pelletier equalized at 17:00, with Landels netting the game-winner 31 seconds later. Both goalies did all they could in the third period. Hauca made 12 saves and finished with 35 on the night while Hans made 15 saves, part of his 51-save effort. Hans also chipped in on offence with three assists. “We couldn’t find a way to score [in the third period], it was as simple as that,” said Chisholm. “It seemed like we were getting good chances, but their goalie played pretty good.” For the second straight game, the Venom let leads slip away against a resilient Tigers squad. “It seems like we’re up three goals and it seems like every game they come back with a couple of quick ones,” said Chisholm. “It’s been like that the whole series. We need to find a way to stop that. We get a good lead, we just can’t seem to ever hang on to it much longer than few minutes. We have to figure that out.” Neither team had any luck with the man advantage in what was relatively a tame game. Vernon was 0-5 on the powerplay, Kamloops 0-3. It’s the second time in the three years the two rivals will play a winner-take-all, fifth-and-deciding game. Kamloops – which swept the 2016 final over Vernon – beat the Tigers at Kal Tire Place in Game 5 in 2015. The last two titles for Kamloops have been won on the road. “We didn’t want to let it [Kamloops winning championship] happen a third straight time in our building,” said Landels. “We really put our heart into this game and we really want to take it to them in their own barn.” Said Chisholm: “Obviously, we wanted to win the banner here tonight. We came in here hoping to do that and we couldn’t get it done. Now it’s back home at Memorial Tuesday night and, hopefully, we can get it done.”

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The Kamloops RiverDogs bumped a slump on Saturday, but were swept in a doubleheader on Sunday. Kamloops travelled to play the hometown West Kelowna D Backs on Saturday, ending an eightgame losing streak with a pair of victories. Jordan Calibaba had three RBI in a 4-1 victory over

the D Backs in Game 1 on Saturday, providing run support for pitcher Jared Pringle, who allowed two hits in five innings of work. In the rematch, Dylan Kooistra, Bailey English and Hayden Bennett combined for seven RBI in a 12-6 win over West Kelowna (6-30). Kamloops had a much tougher test on Sunday

against the league-leading Cloverdale Nationals. The Nationals (38-2) won the first game 6-4 in extra innings on Canada Games Field and earned a 9-2 triumph in Game 2. Regular-season play is over for the Dogs, who posted a record of 17-23 and are waiting to find out who they will play in Round 1 of the

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VANCOUVER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ty Long was talking to his dad earlier this week about how quickly momentum can swing in the CFL. The rookie kicker has another story to tell the next time they speak. Long booted a 34-yard field goal with 52 seconds left on the clock as the B.C. Lions scored 18 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to pick up a wild 45-42 victory over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Friday night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is unreal how fast things change,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Long said inside a raucous Lions locker-room. â&#x20AC;&#x153;American football, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not like that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Man, CFL footballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m enjoying it.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The winning kick was set up after Ronnie Yell intercepted Bombers quarterback Matt Nichols and returned the ball to Winnipegâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 35 with 1:21 remaining. After two running plays, Long â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who the Lions kept in favour of veteran Swayze Waters â&#x20AC;&#x201D; split the uprights with his third field goal of the night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had a lot of confidence in Ty when I saw him in training camp,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said Lions head coach and general manager Wally Buono. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always been impressed with is heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usually his best when the pressure is on.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Long missed a late kick in B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Week 1 loss to the Edmonton Eskimos, and also was wide on a kick from 43 yards out on the Lionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first drive Friday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just wanted to respond,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said Long, who grew up in Roswell, Ga. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I felt like a lot of

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SOUTHPORT, England — Jordan Spieth was happy enough to see his name on the claret jug without wondering where he fit in among the rest of the British Open champions whose names are engraved on the oldest trophy in golf. In that respect, nothing has changed. Spieth wasn’t keen on comparisons when he became the youngest Masters champion since Tiger Woods, the youngest U.S. Open champion since Bobby Jones or the youngest to win two majors since Gene Sarazen. And now that Jack Nicklaus is part of the conversation, he shies away from them even more. Spieth and Nicklaus are the only players to capture the third leg

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bring intimidation to the first tee. Geoff Ogilvy spoke to that two years ago at St. Andrews when Spieth was trying to win the calendar Grand Slam. “He beats you with better golf. He doesn’t beat you because he hits it further,’’ Ogilvy said that day. “Tiger’s intimidation was that he always did something amazing. Jordan doesn’t beat you with a crazy par, or a crazy chip-in. He just beats you because he’s better.’’ But there were Tiger-like qualities that emerged from a six-hole stretch of golf at Royal Birkdale that became part of major championship lore. Spieth salvaged a 5 on the 13th hole while playing his third shot with a 3-iron from the driving range, so far away that he wasn’t even sure of the yardage and couldn’t see any part of the hole. He faced a delicate pitch over a pot bunker and then a mustmake putt. What followed was a 6-iron that nearly went in for an ace, a 50-foot eagle that found the centre of the cup and a 30-foot birdie across the 16th green.

Was this really happening? The feelings must have been similar watching Nicklaus make his charge on the back nine to win the 1986 Masters. The drama was similar to Woods running off three straight birdies at Valhalla when he won his third straight major in a playoff at the 2000 PGA Championship. The payoff for Spieth was more than the third leg of the Grand Slam. It might have been a big step in creating a mystique, a trait shared by precious few over history. “These are the intangibles, the things I just don’t understand,’’ Zach Johnson said. “I’m not suggesting I can’t do it. He just does it all the time.’’ Ernie Els even raised the prospect of Spieth reaching the 14 majors won by Woods. “When you get on a roll like that, guys kind of starting knowing that you know how to win,’’ Els said. “And almost like Tiger, where people can maybe feel like they can’t do it against Jordan. Because he’s been up there a few times now.’’

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exciting, though recent history illustrates why success can be so fleeting in golf. Rory McIlroy looked unstoppable when he won the British Open and PGA Championship at the end of 2014 and headed to Augusta National for a shot at the Grand Slam. Who could possibly beat that blend of power and scoring? Spieth won the Masters in a runaway. McIlroy has finished six shots behind at Augusta in each of the three chances he has had to complete the Grand Slam. Phil Mickelson won the British Open in 2013 and was a U.S. Open away from a career Grand Slam — the major where he was runner-up six times. In three chances since, Mickelson has finished 15 and 18 shots out of the lead and missed the cut last year. More than winning at Royal Birkdale was the manner in which Spieth did it. That evokes more comparisons. Even though Spieth already has 11 victories on the PGA Tour, including his three majors, he does not

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JULY 18 - JULY 24, 2017

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

You may need to dim your lights so you do not outshine others, Aries.You can be a force and it pays to let others share a bit of the spotlight. This will garner some goodwill.

Taurus, settle into your comfort zone at home and take on all of the domestic tasks that have fallen by the wayside.You are very happy in your personal haven, Taurus.

Libra, your social schedule in the coming days is as busy as ever, but you don’t know how you will find the time. Make a list of your biggest priorities.

Scorpio, it’s best to check your sense of direction from time to time to make sure you are not going the wrong way at full speed. Use a friend as your personal GPS.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 2

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Gemini, you may need to sort out a complicated relationship that has you trying to figure out who is friend who, if anyone, is foe. Play it carefully until you have all of the facts.

Sift through all of your financial matters and start to get your ducks in a row, Cancer. This is a prime time to take an assessment of your income and spending habits.

Leo, if personal growth or a change has been on your mind, why not get started this week? You may benefit from a minor makeover or a change of scenery.

Virgo, don’t be afraid to unload some clutter in the weeks ahead. Inventory all of your belongings and see what can be donated or removed. Enjoy the feelings of freedom this inspires.

Are you spreading yourself too thin, Sagittarius? Instead of dabbling in five or six plans, stick to one or two. By so doing, you’ll be able to focus your energy that much better.

Don’t be too hasty to accept things at face value, Capricorn. Investigate a little further before you invest any of your time. And especially before you hand over any money.

It’s time to get off the fence, Aquarius.You have to make a decision even if the answer you are leaning toward is painful or complicated. Once you move on you’ll be content.

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Now is the time to wrap up a few loose ends, Pisces.You know what areas of life need a little touching up. Get started as soon as you can.

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SWM 63 looking for lady age 40+ must like fishing, long drives and friendship must be non smoking/drinking call (250) 315-8573

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TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Funding available for those who qualify!

Tax not included Some restrictions apply

Scheduled for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule. Tax not included. Some restrictions apply

Announcements

Employment

Lost & Found

Career Opportunities

Education/Trade Schools

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

HUNTER & FIREARMS

Lost Samsung flip phone cell behind 196 Yew Street on the steps reward (250) 318-7320 If you have an

Employment Business Opportunities Building Maintenance and Commercial Janitorial Business. Includes equipment, vehicle, training and existing contracts with 30 hours per week. Administrative support provided for Accounts Receivable & Sales. Gross income of approx. $3,100 per month plus. Asking $19,500. or best offer. Contact Darrell 250-319-1394. ~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

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Small Ads, BIG Deals! 250.374.7467

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking CLASS 1 US DRIVERS We require experienced Class 1 US drivers immediately. Must have a minimum of 3 years US experience. We supply assigned trucks (no slip seating), phone allowance, US travel medical, all picks and drops paid and regular home time. Applicants must be physically fit with their own transportation. Please fax resume with current clean abstract to 250546-0600 or by e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com Only those that are considered will be contacted. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. August 12th & 13th, Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. August 6th. Sunday. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:

Bill

250-376-7970

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certiﬁcation proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com

Help Wanted Activation Laboratories We are looking to fill positions for Afternoon Shifts in Sample Prep and Fire Assay. No experience necessary. Email resumes to: nolangoddard@actlabs.com or apply in person at 9989 Dallas Drive. Competitive wages and benefits.

DOZER & EXCAVATOR operators needed. Oilfield experience an asset. Room & board paid. H2S, First aid, clean drivers licence. Call 780-7235051 Edson, Alta.

Business Opportunities

1886 Little Shuswap Lake Road, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M2

INVITATION TO TENDER Janitorial Services — LSLIB Offices The Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band is inviting tenders for janitorial maintenance services required for Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band buildings, over a three year term. Sealed Tenders clearly marked “Tender – Janitorial Service – LSLIB Offices”, will be accepted until 2:00 PM on Friday August 11th, 2017 at the office of the Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band, 1886 Little Shuswap Lake Rd, Chase BC V0E 1M2.

CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE August 12-13 • August 26-27

The Class 1 Truck Driver Training program includes: • Airbrakes • Class 1 Driver Training – 2 week to 5 week courses • Road Test at ICBC

For more information, contact: Ray Trenholm - Driver Training

Email: rtrenholm@tru.ca Call 250.828.5104 or visit tru.ca/trades

Tender documents and further information are available online at the Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band website at www.LSLIB.com, and at the ofﬁce of the Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band at the above address during regular ofﬁce hours. The Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Tenders and to waive any informality in the Tenders received, in each case without giving any notice. The Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band reserves the right to accept the Tender which it deems most advantageous. Faxed submissions will not be accepted. The lowest or any Tender will not be necessarily accepted. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Kevin Potter, Director of Village Operations & Maintenance T: 250.679.3203 E: kpotter@LSLIB.com

BONUS (pick up only):

• 2 large Garage Sale Signs • Instructions • FREE 6” Sub compliments of Tax not included

Employment

Tax not included

Employment

Help Wanted

Medical/Dental

I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

MOA position in a specialists office. This full-time position requires a motivated, selfdirecting individual able to work in a busy, multi-tasking environment. Please send resume and cover letter to: kfaren@telus.net

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

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Career Opportunities

Secwepemc Cultural Education Society (SCES)

JOB POSTINGS / VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Jobs: 1. Project Assistant. Term position to assist in administrative support for project management. Must have Diploma / Degree in Business area, esp. project management. 2. Office Assistant. (Part-time / 20 hours per week) Term position (mat leave) to provide administrative support to program staff. Must have High School Diploma with office support courses and/ or experience in filing, computing and office equipment use. Volunteer Opportunities: 1. Volunteers are required for assisting various activities, such as cultural, driving, student support. Must provide criminal record check and for driving – driver abstract. Job Descriptions / Volunteer Applications - available upon request. Closing Date:3 pm on August 3, 2017 Forward cover letter, resume and two letters of references (required), to SCES Personnel at: Mail: PO Box 30, Kam Main, Kamloops, BC V2C 5K3 Email: Sces.mgr@telus.net

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

Sales

Firewood/Fuel

Misc. for Sale

For Sale By Owner

Apt/Condo for Rent

Bed & Breakfast

Recreation

ADVERTISING Consultants: Our company is always looking for great sales representatives to add to our team. Our business requires a highly organized individual with ability to multi-task in a fun, fastpaced team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Excellent communication skills, valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and reliable vehicle are necessary. If you have a passion for the advertising business, are creative and thrive on challenges, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:ray@kamloopsthisweek.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250) 377-3457.

BC Best Buy Classifieds

**BOOK NOW FOR BEST WEEKS IN 2017** Shuswap Lake! 5 Star Resort in Scotch Creek BC. REST & RELAX ON THIS PRIVATE CORNER LOT. Newer 1bdrm, 1-bath park model sleeps 4 . Tastefully decorated guest cabin for 2 more. One of only 15 lots on the beautiful sandy beach with a wharf for your boat. Provincial park, Golf, Grocery/Liquor store & Marina all minutes away. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot tubs, Adult & Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground. Only $1,300 week. BOOK NOW! Rental options available for 3 & 4 day, 1 week, 2 week & monthly. Call for more information. 1-250-371-1333.

Employment

Temporary/ PT/Seasonal

Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information.

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

Pets & Livestock

Pets Animals sold as â&#x20AC;&#x153;purebred stockâ&#x20AC;? must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

PETS For Sale? TRI-CITY SPECIAL! for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm. (250)371-4949

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Merchandise for Sale

Bicycles

For Sale By Owner $55.00 Special!

2-Bedroom Apartments $1050 Bachelor Apartments $710-$720

Furniture 6 oak dining room chairs. $100. 778-257-7222. 8ft Antique Couch $900. Round dining room table w/4chairs & 2 bar stools. $700. Couch & matching chairs $149. 250-374-1541. Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $900. 250-374-8933.

John Deere garden tractor D110. 1 year old. Paid $2,500 asking $1,800 located Walhachin. Must Sell! Call for details 1-778-668-7253.

2015 M300 power wheel chair w/charger Roho air seat, ext arm like new asking $6000obo (250) 554-1257

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MISC4Sale: Oak Table Chairs-$400, 1-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg.

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Own your own lot in Chase on the Little Shuswap Lake. Immac Park Model 44â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Fully equipped. $150,000. 572-1169

Misc. for Sale

KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city. Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462

The special includes a 1x1.5 ad (including photo) that will run for one week (three editions)in Kamloops This Week. Our award winning paper is delivered to over 30,000 homes in Kamloops every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday..

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Medical Supplies

5pc luggage (used 2x). $125. Coffee, toaster oven, elec fry pan $30/each. 250-579-5460. A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc.,Custom Modifications Office / Homeâ&#x20AC;? Call for price. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Bookcase 4-shelves. $200. Pier 1 coat rack. $250. Set of lamps. $200. Light fixtures $40/each. Locking med cabinet. $30. Call 250-377-7540. Casting Table 10x24. $100. 3-drawer Tool Stand. $60. 3-drawer Wood Cab 18x22. $25. 250-851-7687. Dewalt ceramic wet tile cutting saw. $750. 250-377-8436.

THOMPSON VILLA APARTMENTS

Kubota AV2500 Generator. $585. 250-374-1988 Pro-form Cross Walkfit Treadmill. $450. Queensize w/frame. $600. 250-573-6363.

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SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Misc. Wanted A Buyer of Estates, COINS, Collections, Antiques, Gold, Silver, Jewellery, China +++ Christine 1-778-281-0030

520 Battle Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2M2 Contact Debra: 250-319-2542 Northland Apartments Bachelor Suite starting at $800 per month 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Adult Oriented No Pets Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry $845-$1,050 per month North Shore 250-376-1427 South Shore 250-314-1135

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ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive

â&#x20AC;˘ Seniors Orientated â&#x20AC;˘ Close to the Hospital â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet Living Space â&#x20AC;˘ Underground Parking â&#x20AC;˘ Newly Renovated Suites â&#x20AC;˘ No Smoking

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Lots Pan handled lot almost 3/4 acre, 1844 Parkcrest Ave, 250-376-2576, 250-320-2576

$500 & Under Do you have an item for sale under $750?

Financial Services

Apt/Condo for Rent

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Help Wanted

Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?

Call our Classified Department for details!

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Firearms Browning BAR semi-auto 300 win. Mag. Exec cond. Made in Belgium. $800. 372-7890. Handguns 40 cal, CZ75. $500. 22 cal SW. $200. 2 Lee Enfields. $200. 1 Ross Rifle 1912. $400. 1- 22 Lakefield Arms Mark 2. $200. 250-3771247.

Fruit & Vegetables Cherries $2/lb. Apricots $1.00/lb you pick .75/lb. Zucchini. Call all summer. 250376-3480.

Looking for Door to Door Carriers. Kids and Adults needed!

DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 748 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Crawford Crt, Crawford Pl, 387-495 Todd Rd. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 38 p.

Rte 380 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 60 papers

SAHALI Rte 452 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1430, 1450 & 1469 Springhill Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 65 p. Rte 457 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 990 Gleneagles Dr, 662-698 Monarch Dr, 1810-1896 Springhill Dr, Tolima Crt. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 50 p Rte 469 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2-55 Whiteshield Cres South. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 25 p.

Rte 381 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 41p.

Rte 484 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gladstone Dr & Pl, 611-680 + 695 Robson Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 52 p.

Rte 754 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hillview Dr, Mountview Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 36 p.

Rte 405 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Anvil Cres, Bestwick Dr & Crts, Mahood Pl, Morrisey Pl. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 86 p.

Rte 759 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Beverly Pl, 67247250 Furrer Rd, McIver Pl, Pat Rd, Stockton Rd. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 40 p.

Rte 605 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1770-1919 Glenwood Dr, Knollwood Dr, Vicars Rd. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 62 p.

Rte 408 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Monashee Crt & Pl. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 37 p.

Rte 606 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Orchard Dr, Russet Wynd, 1815-1899 Valleyview Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 42 p.

Rte 750 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 30 papers

DOWNTOWN/LOWER SAHALI Rte 308 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 355 9th Ave, 703-977 St Paul St. - 38 p. Rte 311 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 135-173 St Paul St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 33 p. Rte 313 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 430-664 4th Ave, 520-577 5th Ave, 435-551 Battle St, 506 Columbia St,

LOGAN LAKE Rte 903 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Garnet Ave, 400-478 Opal Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 71 p. RAYLEIGH Rte 834 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Armour Pl, Mattoch-McKeague Rd, Saviston Crt & Rd, 4205-4435 Spurraway Rdâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;64 p.

Scotch Creek Commercial Space. 767 sq/ft. Hwy exposure. Avail now. 250-955-0011

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm 2bth upper duplex Lafarge $750, ac, n/p, n/s mature couple pref Avail Aug 1st. 250573-2529.

Homes for Rent 1bdrm remodeled mobile beside Pineridge GCC has view and rural setting lrg kitchen and bdrm. n/s, n/p, w/d for mature person or couple $875 util incl (250) 819-9373

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Room & Board Furnished room wrking person or student w/d, a/c util incl meals incl $700 236-421-1473

Storage Scotch Creek Mini Storage. 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; units available. 250-955-0011. shuswapministorage.com

Suites, Lower 1bdrm Brock spacious new renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, util incl, n/s n/p $850 avail now (778) 220-1762

Businesses&SERVICES

Rentals

Help Wanted

Rte 330 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1062-1125 7th Ave, 1066-1140 8th Ave, 601-783 Douglas St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 44 p.

Commercial/ Industrial

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Actual Coin Collector BUYING Coins, Collections, Gold & Silver. Chad 250-863-3082 Local

460-577 Nicola St, 418478 St Paul St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 22 p.

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Available spacious 1bdrm apts with views. Starting at $850/mo. The Sands Apartment. Centrally located. Onsite Management. 250-8281711.

BROCK/NORTH SHORE Rte 61 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Popp St, Stratford Pl, 1371-1413 Tranquille Rd, Waterloo Pl, Woodstock Pl. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 38 p.

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VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER

Rte 611 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2106-2196 Crescent Dr, 1112-162 Highland Rd, 2004-2194 Valleyview Dr. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 59 p.

Rte 838 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4556-4797 Cammeray Dr, Strawberry Lane. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 66 p.

INTERESTED IN A ROUTE?

For more information call the Circulation department 250 - 374 - 0462

Home Improvements

Landscaping PETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S YARD SERVICE

Landscaping Tree Pruning or Removal

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SOME SHOES NEED FILLING Electric assist Ebike Taotao Classic. 24 volt battery, 5hrs run time. Max speed 30kmh. 1 year old. Asking $1,200/obo. 250-828-1494.

Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC.

Rentals

Yard clean-up, Hedge trimming, Dump Runs Licensed & Certiď&#x192;&#x17E;ed

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Fitness/Exercise Stucco/Siding

WE will pay you to exercise! Deliver Kamloops This Week

DANIELSON SIDING

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Hardiplank, Canexel, SofďŹ t, Fascia, Vinyl Siding, Windows, Doors. 250-554-3379 250-319-4979

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

Medical Health CANADA BENEFIT GROUP Attention British Columbia residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-5112250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment

Cleaning Services Housecleaning. Experienced. $20.00 per hour 250-819-4320

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Handypersons RICKSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SMALL HAUL For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

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Aerate â&#x20AC;˘ Power Rake Yard/Lot/Garden Clean Up Prune Mow â&#x20AC;˘ Weed Whack â&#x20AC;˘ Weed Hedge Trim â&#x20AC;˘ Plant Gravel/Rock/Mulch â&#x20AC;˘ Turf Garden Walls â&#x20AC;˘ Paving Stones Irrigation: Start up & Repairs

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Rentals

Transportation

Suites, Lower

Cars - Domestic

Motorcycles

Recreational/Sale

Scrap Car Removal

Trucks & Vans

1996 Chevrolet C/K 2500 HD 3/4 ton Truck. Good condition. $9,900. 250-374-1988

2013 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab, long box. Fully loaded. Excellent condition. $25,900. 250-299-9387

Avail. 4 working person or cple 2bdrm sep. ent. nice yard w/patio util incl. ref req. No pets. $900/mo. Call 376-0633. N/Shore 2bdrms newly renovated $850 inclds utils. Avail immed. 250-852-0638. N/Shore 2brms near Casino/schools. Avail now. $900/mo incld util. 250-8196158.

2010 Nissan Maxima 4DSC, V-6, 156,000kms, loaded. Looked after extremely well. $10,500. 250-851-1193. Harley Davison Sportster 2009 XL 1200 cc mint condition black ice colour 3300 km built-in battery charger 4.5 gal tank $8400 (587) 224-3984

Riverfront 1bdrm daylight level entry, util incl $650/mo. Avail now. 250-579-9609. Valleyview Avail Aug 1st spacious 1Bdrm + office new carpet, clean and bright F/S, FP, shed, sep drive/ent/w/d N/S N/P $1000/mo 372-1073 Valleyview pref working person. 1bdrm + den w/d, n/s/p. $950 util incl (250) 374-6406 Westsyde 1bdrm semi-furn. F/P. Lndry, util/cable incld. N/S, N/P. 950. 250-579-0193.

Townhouses

2014 Lincoln MKS 4dr. sedan. Fully loaded. 61,000kms. Black with black interior. Eco boost engine. $32,800. 250-319-8784

ONLY $35.00(plus Tax)

NORTH SHORE

*some restrictions apply call for details

*Big storage rooms *Laundry Facilities *Close to park, shopping & bus stop

Cars - Sports & Imports

1995 JEEP YJ Four cylinder. Runs well. Some extras included. $2600 obo (250) 374-6600

Recreational/Sale

1982 Mercedes 300 SD TD. 2 owners, original and documented. 242,000km no drips. Show car quality. Asking $6000. 250-312-3525 before 8pm

4 235/70/R16 Champion M&S. 75% tread. $235. 250-3712129.

Cars - Domestic

1970 Mach 1, Built by Barry Prescot, Modified car, 460 V8 w/3 phase nitrous, 9 inch diff, roll bar, racing seats 22,000 miles replacement cost $75,000 asking $35,000obo (250) 554-3240 (778) 538-3240

2003 Chevy Impala LS. 4dr, silver, auto, A/C, power locks and windows. Well maintained, new tires. 164,000kms. $3195/obo. 250-374-2653. 2005 Pontiac G6 GT, moon roof, auto start, full elec pkg, 195Mk $5000 (250) 319-7164 2009 Pontiac GT5. Black, winter/summer tires, good cond. $5,000. 236-425-3301.

10.5FT Kam Glass 2hp rated w/oars $300 (778) 470-4483 10ft Stryker inflatable boat w/ Scotty rod holders, front anchor mount, launching wheels and Bimini top. Brand new has never been in water $2500obo (250) 828-1542 11Ft Saturn HD inflatable boat new cond. incl elec motor, launching wheels adjustable 12 volt pump c/w boat cover $2700/obo 250-3153626 25ft Carver Cabin/cruiser. Slps 4-6, toilet, sink, shower, 9.9 kicker, new engine 5.8 with a Volvo leg, trailer new tires, bearings, surge brake control. $15,000/obo. or trade for 2 Sea-doo’s. 250-376-4163. Boat loader with 2500# winch, controller, battery & boat racks, $1500/obo. 250-5735454.

1999 Mallard 26ft. Travel Trailer. Front kitchen, rear bedroom, awning, A/C. $7,950. 250-299-9387 2002 Rustler 25ft. Travel Trailer. Slide, MW, TV. A1 cond. $13,000/obo. 250-578-7472.

Do you have a vehicle, boat, rv, or trailer to sell? With our Run til sold specials you pay one ﬂat rate and we will run your ad until your vehicle sells.* • $56.00 (boxed ad with photo) • $35.00 (regular 3 line ad)

Call: 250-371-4949

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2006 Chev 1/2 4x4 auto start w/12’alum boat cessories (250) 571-4008 2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2 inch lift kit new tires put on last year in great condition $8400 (587) 224-3984 2006 Equinox. 168,000kms. Auto, 6cyl. Good cond. $6,000/obo. 250-554-2788.

ton ext cab (165,000km) and all ac$12,000/obo

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Commercial/ Industrial

2007 Ram 1500 Hemi. Full trailer pkg. Low kms. Exec cond. $10,500. 250-828-9443.

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1965 Mercury 4dr., hardtop. 55,000 miles. 390-330HP. $4,000. 250-574-3794.

1989 GMC 8ft. box with tailgate. $550. Motor & auto transmission. $1,000. Differential. $450. 250-828-1392.

2005 Dodge Dakota 4X4, V-6. 154,000kms. Fully loaded. Rear diff rebuilt & new fwd DT. Keyless entry, summers/winters on rims. NO TRADES. $9,000/obo. Txt or call David 250-571-2559.

Boats

Run until sold

2008 Sonata beautiful clean car 74,000miles power everything security system great sound system 36 miles per gal $5950/obo (250) 571-0407

Auto Accessories/Parts

Sport Utility Vehicle

New Price $56.00+tax

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Mike Mahon

Jean Macaretta Benedict

Lynn (English) Burrows

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“Embrace Life” is what our beloved Lynn did every day until July 12, 2017 when she passed away at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice surrounded by her husband Will and their four sons.

Jean Benedict, a long time resident of Westwold, BC, passed away peacefully at Heritage Square in Vernon, BC on Monday, July 10, 2017 at the age of 93 years.

Mike was formerly of Wells and Logan Lake, BC. Mike was born on July 2, 1929 to Lucy and Ted Mahon. He spent his formative years in Wells, BC.

Jean was born in Emmett, Idaho on August 23, 1923 to Herbert and Jane Spencer and was raised on 17 Mile Ranch in Lemhi County. During the war, Jean joined the W.A.V.E’s, the women’s branch of the U.S. Navy. After her training, she worked in Washington, DC in the Pentagon. During a two week leave, she married John Benedict on October 12, 1945 at Dillon, Montana. In 1951, they left the U.S. and bought the Bulman Ranch in Westwold, where they raised their sons Lahrie, John and Rocky. Jean was involved with the Westwold Community Church Association and was also the Secretary of the Westwold Livestock Association for many years.

He is survived by his brother John and wife Gladys, nephew John Jr. and wife Marnie and son Nicholas, niece Kim LeGrandeur and husband Cam and sons Brett and Justin.

Jean is survived by one son John (Elisabeth), four grandchildren Jim (Tracey), Steven, Chris (Alexis) and Sarah, five great-grandchildren Jessica, Ally, Elise, Tanner and Kjell, her daughter-in-law Faye, one sister Louise (Don) and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband John, two sons Rocky and Lahrie and her brother Herbert.

Mike lived his last four years in Abbotsford under loving support and care of his nephew John Mahon Jr. Mike dearly loved his nephew John Jr. and his niece Kimberley. He was the best Uncle ever!

Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held in September.

On July 16, 2017 Theodore Michael Bulmer Mahon passed away in Abbotsford at the age of 88.

Lynn’s family was everything to her. They were her reason for living and her inspiration until the end. Her husband of 34 years Will and their sons Jason (Denise), Tyler, Kiefer and Braeden (Danya) will miss her beyond measure. Predeceased by her father Allen English of Victoria, she leaves a hole in the hearts of her mother Joan and her brother John (Vicki), as well as her and Will’s extended family and friends, many of whom Lynn cherished deeply. Lynn’s calling was helping others. While raising four active boys (five counting Will) she attained a Masters in Counselling from the University of Victoria in 2000 and spent a decade helping others, especially those dealing with loss and grief. She later focused on improving the lives of seniors. After being diagnosed with a rare cancer, Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST) in 2008, she did what came so naturally to her - she learned everything there was to learn about her cancer and began helping others who were ‘in the same boat’. She served on the Board of Directors of the national patient support group ‘GIST LifeRaft Group’ Canada and rather than worry about herself, she travelled internationally supporting and advocating for her “GISTer sisters and brothers”. Lynn loved to laugh. She loved watching her guy’s sports. She loved her garden, her lattes, her dogs and anything she could make to show others how much they meant to her. More than anything, she loved Will and their boys - who will carry Lynn in their hearts forever. Lynn’s life will be remembered and celebrated on Sunday, July 30th, 2017 at The Mountain Room at TRU’s Campus Activity Centre, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

We, the family, wish to extend a special thank you to the staff at Heritage Square for their loving care of Jean.

We will miss him and his wry sense of humour.

Her family has asked that Lynn be remembered not by flowers but rather by a donation to www.liferaftgroup.ca or to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice, where Lynn spent her final weeks of life finally relieved of pain and with her family by her side.

Cremation arrangements were made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187

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Shane Andrew Everett July 24, 1987 – July 11, 2017

It is with very saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our son, grandson, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend Shane Everett.

He grew up in Kamloops and moved to Houston, BC in 2012 where he met the love of his life Jen. There, he enjoyed various outdoor activities including camping, fishing, golfing, boating and quadding, along with spending time with family and friends.

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Ten years ago God took you, Mom, He took our closest friend, And left us all with broken hearts, We know will never mend. No words can tell, no flowers repay, The loss we had 10 years ago, Till memories fail and life departs, You will forever live in our hearts.

Mom we miss you dearly Love your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Romeo, Simpatico, Sia, Vinci, Harvey, Woods and Embury.

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He is survived by his girlfriend Jennifer Lewis of Houston, BC, parents Gregg and Becky Everett, brother Marc Everett, sister-in-law Michelle and his beautiful niece Sierra, his grandmothers Valene Everett and Phyll Nelson and his many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandfathers Wayne Everett and Lyle Nelson. Shane also leaves behind to mourn his loss, Jen’s parents Corinne Vaughan and Ken Lewis, Jen’s sister Sara and niece Laney (whom he spent many happy hours with) along with his many friends in Houston. Shane had a great love for animals and he leaves behind his dog Luna and two cats Leroy and Stanley. We thank you for each and every moment we got to spend with you Shane.

Jorden Paul Stanley It is with heavy hearts we regretfully announce the tragic passing of Jorden Paul Stanley on July 15, 2017. He is survived by his loving parents Paul Stanley (Jackie), Shelley Stanley (Dan), sister Ashley Stanley (Greg Nygren), loving grandparents Mavis and Ken Olm, David and Sybil Stanley and Daniel Jones (Edie) along with numerous family and friends. Our son Jorden was born July 8, 1994 in Kamloops, BC. He attended Dallas Elementary school and graduated from Valleyview Secondary School and proudly achieved his Red Seal Certification as an Electrician at such a young age with determination and dedication, making his family proud. Jorden was known for his witty sense of humour, huge smile and love of life (in style and fashion), as well as a protective and loving Big Brother to his sister. He had excelled in many sports, but his passion was always the gym and living life to the fullest with his many friends and family, too many to mention. The Funeral Service for Jorden was held at 2:00 pm on Monday, July 24, 2017 in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Drive.

Your smile will never be forgotten you will be forever in our hearts!

Donations may be made in Jorden’s memory to the Search and Rescue of British Columbia https://www. canadahelps.org/dn/27552 Flowers gratefully declined.

A Memorial Service for friends and family will be held on August 6, 2017 at Desert Gardens Seniors Centre, 540 Seymour Street in Kamloops from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.

Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Jack Herbert Maciejko

Audrey Karpoff

May 20, 1926 - July 18, 2017

She Walks in Beauty

It is with great sadness that the family of Audrey Karpoff announce her sudden passing on Friday, July 21, 2017 with her family by her side. Audrey showed courage and determination in her short battle with cancer and continued to be concerned about the wellbeing of those around her to her last day.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jack at the age of 91 years in Calgary, Alberta. Jack was born in Avola, BC, graduated high school in Maple Ridge, then joined the army. He met Nora and they were married in Vancouver in 1949. He worked at many jobs until he found his life’s passion of building homes. He was a Legion member, Power Squadron executive and Navy League cadet officer. Jack and Nora lived all over BC and retired to Texada Island. They also enjoyed many winters in Arizona. Jack loved to tell jokes and those close to him had a special nickname.

In her 10 years in Kamloops, Audrey made numerous friends in every corner of the City; from the Kamloops Newcomers group, her weekly Mahjong games, visits to the Opera, several book clubs, attending the gym and determination to join the therapy dog program (despite being afraid of dogs).

Jack was predeceased by his loving wife Nora in 2003. He is survived by children Russell, Ronald and Rita and his precious grandchildren Jeffrey, Alissa, Kaylee, Cassandra, Alexis and Emily.

Predeceased by her parents Helen and Joseph Gyuricska, sister Genny and brother Bob.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society.

LORD BYRON

She walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies; And all that’s best of dark and bright Meet in her aspect and her eyes:

She kept in regular contact with friends from her previous homes in White Rock, Ste. Adele, Senneville, Toronto, Vancouver and Abbotsford; always ready for a road-trip to visit or have a delicious meal together.

Thus mellowed to that tender light Which heaven to gaudy day denies. One shade the more, one ray the less,

She is survived by her loving husband Boris, her daughters Alexandra (Daryl) Armstrong of Kamloops, Nadia (Colin) Chapin of Toronto, Hélène (Peter) Brown of Fiji, her grandchildren Gabrielle, Dimitri, Colton, Mackenzie, Jacqueline and Karine, her siblings Sylvia, Eleanor, Dolores, Gerald, Joseph and Delilah and all of their children.

Had half impaired the nameless grace Which waves in every raven trees, Or softly lightens o’er her face; Where thoughts serenely sweet express How pure, how dear their dwelling place.

A Celebration of Audrey’s Life will take place at 3:00 pm on Thursday, July 27, 2017 in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, BC. Visitation will take place prior to the service from 1:00 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Kamloops Arts Council or the BC Cancer Agency is appreciated by the family. Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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