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#Kampaign17 KTW concludes a three-part series with byelection candidates addressing three areas of concern: crime and policing, taxation and housing. Each issue begins with a story outlining the topic, followed by candidates’ responses, which are spread out in three editions each week. We conclude this week with the final issue — housing. The issues of crime and policing and taxation ran in previous weeks. Those stories and candidates’ responses to them — along with all byelection news — can be found online at kamloopsthisweek.com under the Kamloops Byelection tab. Voters go to the polls on Saturday, Sept. 30, to elect a mayor and two councillors.
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A few years ago, a city of about 61,000 people in the most southeastern corner of Alberta began making headlines across the globe. “Homeless find a champion in Canada’s Medicine Hat,” ran the headline in the New York Times as recently as February. Two years earlier, the city declared it had put an end to homelessness. The Medicine Hat Community Housing Society, an organization operating arm’s-length from city hall and charged with overseeing all affordable housing in the city, explains it thusly: “No one in our community will have to live in an
emergency shelter or sleep rough for more than 10 days before they have access to stable housing and the supports needed to maintain it.” The organization reports it has housed 1,036 people since 2009, using a housing-first model: rather than requiring individuals to be drug- or alcohol-free, or have other issues managed before they are housed, the housing first model works to provide a steady place to stay, followed by services to deal with addictions, mental-health and other issues once the housing need has been addressed. Medicine Hat Mayor Ted Clugston has had Kamloops on the phone often in recent weeks. A number of mayoral candi-
dates in the Sept. 30 Kamloops byelection have called to pick his brain about affordable housing, he told KTW. Medicine Hat has been namechecked by council candidates, letter writers and others searching for a solution to Kamloops’ own issues with affordability and homelessness. It’s not the first time this has happened. “Everybody is looking for a magic bullet from me. They want me to move there and solve the problem and I don’t have a magic bullet, but what I do say to them is it can be done,” said Clugston, who is in the midst of his own election campaign.
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A black BMW was wrecked after its driver crashed it into this apartment building on Tranquille Road, just east of Holt Avenue, at about 5:30 a.m. on Sunday. The driver ran from the accident scene, crossing Tranquille and travelling south through backyards, toward the Thompson River, according to neighbours who spoke with KTW. The driver was, apparently, fortunate to not be critically injured, considering the metal pole slicing through the front windshield. A 26-year-old man was arrested hours later and is facing a number of charges.
Charges follow car crash into building A 26-year-old Kamloops man is facing a slew of charges after a BMW crashed into an apartment building in Brocklehurst early Sunday morning. RCMP Staff Sgt. Edward Preto said the BMW sedan was travelling westbound on Tranquille Road at 5:35 a.m. Sunday when it lost control in the 1600-block, near Holt Street. The car left the road and struck a threestorey apartment building on the north side of Tranquille, with the driver running from the scene. The impact caused extensive damage to the ground-floor apartment unit, Preto said, not-
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ing two kids in a bedroom of the unit suffered minor injuries from flying debris. They were taken to Royal Inland Hospital for precautionary examinations. Preto said a structural engineer has been called in to assess the structural integrity of the building. Neighbours gathered outside the scene on Sunday morning to watch police continue their investigation, with one neighbour saying the driver ran across Tranquille Road and through backyards, fleeing southward. Another neighbour said this was the third time in recent memory that a vehicle had lost
control in the area and struck a building. Sgt. Brandon Buliziuk said the suspect was arrested without incident later Sunday Kevin Percy was to appear in Kamloops provincial court on Monday. Police were recommending he be charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, failing to remain at the scene of an accident and breaching a conditional sentence order under the Criminal Code of Canada. Police are also recommending charges under the BC Motor Vehicle Act. Police say public information helped in the investigation.
Kamloops Mounties were at Westsyde secondary on Monday, where they instituted limited entry and exit procedures after a threat was found scrawled on a bathroom mirror in the school. Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said RCMP school liaison officers were at the school as a precautionary measure, noting classes remained in session as usual. Shelkie said school officials and RCMP are investigating who wrote the threat on the mirror.
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It took two trials, but Peter Beckett has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife, who drowned in a lake in B.C.’s Interior more than seven years ago. Jurors in Kelowna returned with a guilty verdict just before 5 p.m. on Saturday, more than four full days after their deliberations began. Beckett, a 62-yearold former city councillor and business owner from New Zealand, will receive an automatic sentence of life without the possibility of parole for at least 25 years. He stood trial in Kamloops last year, but it was declared a mistrial after jurors were unable to return with a unanimous verdict after more than a week of deliberations. Beckett’s wife, Laura
Letts, drowned in Upper Arrow Lake near Revelstoke on Aug. 18, 2010. Wendy Breitkreuz, a friend of Letts since childhood, sat through each day of Beckett’s three-month trial in Kamloops last year and his three-week trial in Kelowna that began in late August. She had returned home to Alberta before Saturday’s verdict came down. “I was relieved of the outcome, but I was also overwhelmingly sad for Laura,” she told KTW. “It confirmed that she was murdered. There was a little piece of me that was hoping she wasn’t. It kind of haunts me that she was murdered in that way. She didn’t like water. It haunts me.” Beckett moved from his home in New Zealand to Letts’ hometown of Westlock, Alta., 10 years earlier. The couple met
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Above is Shelter Bay at Upper Arrow Lake near Revelstoke, where Peter Beckett (far right, in a dated photo), killed his wife, Laura Letts.
in 1995 while Letts, a schoolteacher, was on vacation in New Zealand. In August 2010, court heard, Beckett and Letts were on vacation at Shelter Bay at Upper Arrow Lake. On the evening of Letts’ death, she and Beckett were riding in their Zodiac on Upper Arrow Lake. Letts, who was not a strong swimmer, drowned in the lake. No one witnessed the incident. Through both trials, prosecutors contended Beckett killed Letts out of greed, hoping to cash in on life insurance payouts and her teachers’ pension. Beckett has steadfastly maintained his innocence throughout, claiming Letts simply fell off the boat and drowned before he could save her.
During his trial in Kamloops, jurors were shown a video in which Beckett, an exceptionally large man, told police he was too buoyant to rescue his wife. Beckett took the stand in his own defence during his Kamloops trial, becoming involved in heated verbal confrontations with Crown prosecutor Joel Gold. In Kelowna, Beckett did not testify. Breitkreuz said she noticed a many differences between the two trials. She said prosecutors stuck to events closer to Letts’ death rather than calling witnesses to talk about something that happened years earlier. Jurors also heard a lot less from people who were at Shelter Bay when Letts died, she said, with the Crown instead using Beckett’s
own words to police to tell the story. “There weren’t all the variations on the scene,” she said. “I remember last time, I’m sure I heard the story about 16 times. This time they just used his [Beckett’s] police statement as his story.” Hours before the Kelowna returned with its guilty verdict, Breitkruz said, they asked to revisit testimony from a Revelstoke resident who offered Beckett a place to stay after the murder. Ron Hawkins told jurors Beckett asked him whether Google Earth showed live video or static images. “The Crown mainly just tried to emphasize that the whole scenario wasn’t plausible,” Breitkruz said. Beckett has been in custody since his arrest
in August 2011. Though he had counsel for both trials, Beckett was self-represented for much of his pre-trial court process. He was a prolific filer of applications during pre-trial hearings, often submitting thick stacks of hand-written pages detailing allegations of collusion on the part of the judge, the Crown and police. In one application, Beckett compared B.C. Supreme Court Justice Iain Meiklem to an Australian sponge cake. In many others, he claimed lineage back to Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury in the 12th Century, as proof of his innocence. At one point, Beckett’s court process was delayed after he smuggled a hard drive full of disclosure out
of Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre. It has never been discovered and Beckett has remained mum when asked by KTW about its whereabouts. Before his trial in Kamloops, when Beckett was still selfrepresented, a justice official close to the case described him as “the ultimate test of the system.” Beckett’s Kamloops trial was also marked with bizarre happenings. At one point, he performed a Maori war dance in the courtroom. On another day, his pants fell down when he stood up as the jury left the room. He also offered an endorsement of Donald Trump, who was then seeking the Republican nomination for the U.S. presidency.
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It probably wasn’t what RCMP had in mind when they locked up a bait bike in an area between Riverside and Pioneer parks. Brandon Hopson pleaded guilty Monday to a single count of theft under $5,000 for an incident that occurred on June 23. Crown prosecutor Don
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Mann said Mounties set up a bait bike — a bicycle equipped with a GPS locator locked up in a place to tempt a would-be thief. On June 23, police received a notification the unit was moving. Police first stopped Hopson on Overlanders Bridge, but noted he was not riding the bait bike. They again traced the GPS unit to Hopson and stopped
Kamloops Mounties are looking for witnesses and the driver of a pickup truck involved in a collision on Monday, Sept. 11. On that day at 8:30 a.m., the RCMP received a report that a car had sideswiped a white GMC pickup truck on the Trans-Canada
him again in North Kamloops. They discovered a bicycle seat and post wrapped up in a shirt he was carrying. Mann said Hopson admitted stealing the seat from the locked bicycle, telling police, “’I don’t know why I stole the seat — it was stupid.’” Defence lawyer Jay Michi said Hopson has a serious drinking problem, noting the incident occurred when he relapsed. He is now attending
Highway in Valleyview. The driver of the car, going at an excessive speed, attempted to take the exit to Highway 5 North, but the driver lost control and crashed into the ditch. The white pickup stopped briefly, but then carried on. The driver of the car was not
weekly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Provincial court judge Chris Cleaveley said he was giving Hopson a break by granting him an absolute discharge. Hopson must pay a $300 victim-crime surcharge. “The message is when you continue with your rehabilitation and your work, keep your hands off other people’s property,” Cleaveley said.
injured and has been issued a violation ticket for driving without due care and attention. Police are asking the driver of the white pickup to contact the Kamloops RCMP detachment. As well, police are asking anyone who saw the collision to call 250-828-3000.
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A few blocks away from its partially demolished shell, Kamloops city candidates couldn’t stop talking about the former Kamloops Daily News building. With 22 candidates participating in the seniors’ forum Monday at Desert Gardens community centre, the audience of slightly more than 30 was able to ask most candidates about only two issues: taxation and the future of a performing-arts centre in the city, as well as their general vision for Kamloops. “Stop spending money on bad projects like the Daily News building, going back and forth on issues like the wine in grocery stores,” said Bill Sarai, in response to the question on how to keep taxes low. Later, he pledge to offer free parking on the lot for a year as an apology to voters. Candidates Jeanne Marr and Brad Serl both criticized council for taking the
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#Kampaign17 performing-arts centre — which failed to get the approval of voters — to referendum, arguing council should have been willing to make hard choices. Serl called council’s decision to put the project to a public vote “cowardly, almost, not willing to risk re-election to make a decision and, consequently, the public has been saddled with an expensive parking lot.” Marr said the city should have offered community town halls an input, but ultimately made its choice. (While moderator Mel Rothenberger stepped in to say he believed a referendum was legally mandated, then-mayor
Peter Milobar told KTW council had the option to take the centre through an alternative-approval process — in which 10 per cent of residents would have to object to the project for it to fail — but chose a referendum because of the $91-million price tag.) Other candidates had their own critiques of the failed arts centre project. Jim Johal suggested the city start small and add on later. Kevin Krueger blamed the city’s choice to tie the project to an underground parkade. Mayoral candidate Bill McQuarrie said it should be on the North Shore by the riverfront and Glenn Hilke argued for “community arts centres” in various neighbourhoods. Jim Michals pledged to have “a spade in the ground in one year” to build a combined arts and convention centre. Candidates were also asked by show of hands whether they supported green spaces. All said yes.
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In some cases, the tactics that vaulted The Hat, as its known to residents, ahead of other Alberta cities will sound familiar to what has been tried in Kamloops. Land donations, for one, were hugely successful there, allowing the city to rapidly expand its housing stock. “Most of the provincial housing-first models for housing stock were based upon the premise of a two-thirds funding model,” Clugston said. “So, the province would pay about two-thirds of the cost for a stock and municipalities would pay the other third — and that could be any way. It could have been cash. What we did in Medicine Hat was land.” Clugston noted his city has a few advantages. It maintains its own property-development arm, which meant plenty of good building lots were readily available. (Also worth noting: until the Alberta oil crash, city-owned natural gas and oil utilities offset millions in taxes and capital spending in the city each year. In 2014, $70 million in spending was paid for by the city’s energy works. City council is now grappling with how to close a morethan-$20-million tax gap once covered by natural resources.) Kamloops designated cityowned land for affordable housing in 2011, but with more mixed results. In the success column, Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services got $3.9 million from the provincial government in April to build a 30-unit development to serve aboriginal youth aging out of foster care and elders on a piece of city land at 975 Singh St. in Brocklehurst. Lots on Pacific Way in Aberdeen and McMurdo Drive in South Kamloops, however, remain unclaimed. While a partnership with the province, which offered to provide construction financing and some funding (though not the two-thirds of costs seen in Alberta), generated some interest, no plans ever emerged. Jen Casorso, Kamloops’ social and community development supervisor, said in some cases fixed costs of building on the properties were more than societies wanted to bear. “Some of the fixed costs — engineering for retaining walls, things like that — can be quite high,” she said. Casorso said an ideal property for affordable development is square and flat, but noted there isn’t a surplus of city-owned lands which meet that description. Looking for those opportunities will be part of a housing strat-
AFFORDABLE HOUSING NEEDS • 100 temporary supported housing units; • At least 120 permanent subsidized units; • 1,632 private rental units; • 371 entry level units for home ownership — information provided by the City of Kamloops, based on CMHC Market Rental Report (October 2016) and BCNPHA Rental Housing Index. they make egy now in sure that the works, any damage with comSaturday, Sept. 30 is fixed, a pletion lot of them expected have gotten in summer on board of next as well,” year. Clugston said, suggesting Casorso said the plan will also Kamloops look to private devellook at other ways to improve opers as well if city-owned and affordability across the city, developed land isn’t a viable including new tax incentives and option for creating stock. zoning changes that could give Though he’s now one of the developers and not-for-profits program’s chief spokesmen, more building options. Clugston noted he had to be conThe strategy will look at incluvinced. sionary zoning and whether it’s Since the program’s launch, right for Kamloops. the city’s police department has “Basically, it’s saying that a reported fewer arrests and a certain percentage of housing in less-congested court system, the a development would be affordMedicine Hat News reported this able,” Casorso said. “It’s kind of year. Clugston said he has also seen similar to how we do parkland how the program takes pressure dedication — developers are required to dedicate a percentage off emergency rooms and other crisis services — meaning housing of their development for parkpeople ultimately saves money. land.” Casorso hopes similar arguWhile the strategy developments can resonate in Kamloops ment is underway, Casorso said and that education will be part of she has prepared materials for the public consultation and outcouncil to take to the Union of reach for the housing plan. B.C. Municipalities convention It’s another area where next week to meet with new NDP Medicine Hat seems to have had provincial ministers on housing an advantage. concerns. “We haven’t had the Affordable housing projects NIMBYism,” Clugston said. in B.C. typically take anywhere “I have mayors in other citfrom three to seven years to open ies tell me, ‘We can’t do anything their doors, but Casorso said new because the neighbours lose their modular builds could present a minds.’ I don’t know if we were faster — though temporary — stealthy, I don’t know what we option. did, but basically, the housing A modular build in Vancouver stock went up and it looks like went up in about six months and any other units that are next door provided housing for 40 people. It will be in place for at least three to it that are owned privately.” When Kamloops first designatyears and the units could be ed lands for affordable housing, reconfigured elsewhere. public hearings stretched over Back in Medicine Hat, two days. Clugston also has a few suggesWhen funding to build on the tions of what has worked for his lots was announced, McMurdo city. There, consolidation has Drive residents once again been key. The Medicine Hat Community returned to city hall with a petition arguing debate on the propHousing Association is the first erty should be re-opened. point of contact for the homeCasorso hopes public sentiless needing housing and orgament is turning as the city grapnizations that provide social ples with homelessness issues supports all meet regularly and that are often intertwined with work together. The association the ongoing opioid crisis. has also been able to convince “Social media is good and bad, private landlords to buy into the but in the last little bit, some of program. In return for providthe comments I’ve been reading ing housing, the association will have shown there is a compasmanage the properties. sion and an understanding for we “If you’re the landlord and need more housing,” she said. you’ve got a guaranteed rent and
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JENNIFER ADAMS “Kamloops is on the threshold of exciting times and unprecedented growth, stunted only by lack of housing. “Housing first means providing shelter for all that need it. Small business, social agencies and all levels of government need to be at the table and invested if we are to solve this crisis. “Kamloops needs 2,500 affordable units. To do that, we need to focus our community plan to increase density and create innovative zoning and more efficiency in the application process, permits and inspections. We do not need to recreate the wheel. The solutions exist. Adapt good plans to meet Kamloops’ needs.” NICHOLAS ADAMS “As I work in housing, this is an important issue to me. Housing is essential to health and well-being. “Lack of affordable housing can lead to many of the other issues we face. Providing housing is also an important job provider in our community. “Developing new housing is needed; however, maintaining, managing and improving
our existing housing should not be overlooked. “City council should work to reduce challenges housing providers meet at all levels. “By addressing the regulatory burden, rising costs and taxes, as well as security concerns and infrastructure, the city can encourage more affordable housing in which our residents can thrive.” RAY DHALIWAL “Affordable housing should be a priority for city hall. The Centre for Seniors Information, of which I am a board member, is working on this problem right now to provide affordable housing for our seniors. “We need to explore options through partnerships with the provincial government and developers/ investors. We also need affordable housing for our working citizens that is within their budgets. We need to develop secondary suites in more homes and make it easier for home owners to create these suites, provided the homeowner meets health, safety and building code guidelines.” JON EADIE I think city council should be working with the home-
builders’ association, TRU and many working groups to see what they can bring to the table. “Let the people who know the situation people are facing and the ones who can build the solution tell council what to do from their perspectives. They are the subject matter experts. “Consider the need, the reality and how it can also bring work for the community while improving the situation. I want to make economy improving moves that bring down the calculated living wage for Kamloops.” DENIS GIESBRECHT “Affordable housing is an issue every city has to one degree or another. We need to look around and see what works in other municipalities and try to blend them for a made in Kamloops result. “Encouraging housing coops is one idea that can be explored. These have some affordability advantages, as well as generating a sense of community. I’ve seen some interesting developments combining a mix of market value condos with subsidized units. Having this type high-density housing in the downtown area would
have the added benefit of increasing foot traffic in the core without adding to parking issues. “Basement suites also need to be brought into the fold with an easy permitting system that would emphasize safety while limiting parking congestion. I feel several avenues will need to be implemented to truly make an impact on housing affordability.” SADIE HUNTER “The Kamloops Social Plan identified a need for 2,500 affordable housing units across the housing continuum — both social and market housing. “A June 2017 report to the CAO defines the city’s role as a ‘steward, facilitator, investor and communicator/advocate.’ The role of city council is to find ways to facilitate and support the recommendations and initiatives in both documents and to make sure the right parties are engaged. “I’d like to see the idea of a municipal housing trust added to the list of recommendations. “This would result in revenue generation without the need for direct involvement in property management.”
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he removal of bridge tolls in the Lower Mainland opens questions about bridges and roads yet to be crossed. The new NDP government has eliminated tolls on the Golden Ears and Port Mann bridges in the Lower Mainland. Premier John Horgan said removal of tolls is about fairness — of British Columbians sharing the infrastructure burden equally. Some responded with cheers, grateful for the elimination of the $6.30 daily cost of driving to and from work. Others critical of the move called it good politics and bad policy. B.C. Green Leader Andrew Weaver, who would have received advance notice of the announcement as part of an agreement with the BC NDP, called the elimination of tolls “reckless” and said it would add “billions” in taxpayer-supported debt. The B.C. Liberals said much the same, warning the move could have a negative impact on the province’s credit rating. The announcement has opened greater conversations such as how we control traffic congestion (the removal of tolls may redistribute traffic, but not reduce it) and pay for infrastructure across the province, including in the Kamloops region. Eliminating tolls obviously means an immediate loss in revenue to pay down debt on the two bridges. On top of that, if the province has to absorb the $4.2-billion servicing debt run up by the TI Corporation, the Crown corporation that oversees the tolling systems on both bridges, the province’s credit rating, which shapes our borrowing ability, becomes a concern. So, then, might our ability to fund proposed highway improvements everywhere, including the continued widening of Highway 1 from Kamloops to the Alberta and any other projects that arise. Even with shared federal funding, the province will need millions of dollars to see these projects to fruition. We may be waiting longer and/or paying more before our local highway infrastructure wants and needs are addressed.
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unicipal elections have a different look when you’re not in the newsroom trying to find out what the candidates are saying. As I continue my medical leave, I find myself feeling for the average Kamloopsian faced with this motley crew vying for the mayor’s chair and a couple of councillor seats. First, however, an apology to Deputy Mayor Arjun Singh. Earlier this year, I opined he might not be the best choice for running the city — and I was wrong. Frankly, I wish he was running for the seat now, such is the job he has done in the past few months. He has been engaged with the public, frank and honest, listened to others and simply been inspiring. If Singh was in the race, I don’t think the mayoralty campaign would be the dark hole it is. First, let’s be honest. This is a battle between Ken Christian and Bill McQuarrie. The other candidates are fringe at best; a politically savvy friend suggested one of those other candidates would run city hall like Gawker media, which she said would be fun for a bit – but only for a while. Transparency is good, but sometimes, as Gawker-gossip illustrates, it can be too much. KTW and other city media have published countless articles covering this byelection. In my current life outside the newsroom, I have been looking at the online lives of candidates. McQuarrie seems to be everywhere, using personal contact and social media to promote himself and his platform I’m not keen on this zero per cent taxation increase idea, but at
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LEVEL least I know he believes in it. I’ve seen only a few Facebook posts by Christian, but not much more. Perhaps he and I don’t move in the same community circles, but I would expect to encounter him somewhere during an election. To emailed questions from others about his platform, he has replied by referring them to his website. That speaks to the issue of transparency and, perhaps, over-confidence. It screams out “Don’t ask me, just trust me!” As for choosing two new councillors, where to begin? Many are out there with ideas, with questions, talking to the public, while others are doing next to nothing. Some seem to be seeking out the public. I’ve bumped into Kathy Sinclair, Bill Sarai, Tracy Schmidt, Jennifer Adams, Jim Johal and Sadie Hunter. They are talking about what they will do when elected, even though the reality is they are looking at sitting around the horseshoe, simply learning how everything works at city hall, a process that usually takes many months to absorb. Then it will be election time again, 12 months later.
The candidates’ ideas have been covered extensively by KTW and other media outlets and most are present on social media, but I would like to see more than candidates posting questions or smiling for the camera, which several seem to be doing. There has been some election drama in cyberspace, as illustrated last week when councillor candidate (and former B.C. Liberal MLA) Kevin Krueger got into another online dustup. Krueger attended a forum organized by the Kamloops and District Labour Council and left early. Forum organizer Barb Nederpel (the Kamloops-North NDP candidate in May’s provincial election) asked online why he “stormed out” and the back and forth debate was on. So far, no explanation on Krueger’s “elect me” Facebook page. Other than negative comments there, no sign of his campaign exists. Perhaps Krueger is campaigning on past laurels. Democracy can be messy simply because it is fuelled by people. No doubt every one of these candidates believes in what they are doing. Good on them for stepping up, but every year, it seems, we are faced with a plethora of candidates and a paucity of information upon which we can make informed decisions. I’m going with the basic premise that if one of them has said something I know to be either dumb or impossible to accomplish when they are just one vote in nine, they get crossed off the “maybe” list immediately. As for the rest of you voters, good luck making an informed decision. dale@kamloopsthisweek.com Twitter: @mdalebass
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THANKS FOR SUPPORTING MYELOMA WALK Editor: Our Myeloma Walk in Riverside Park on Aug. 26 — Making Myeloma Matter — was an outstanding success. Thank you for helping us get the event advertised. Your welcome response and kindness was appreciated. One-hundred people came out for the walk and their support was amazing and very encouraging for us. We met our goals: awareness of myeloma (bone-marrow cancer involving plasma cells) and of Myeloma Canada, our national organization that holds walks in B.C. and across Canada. Their purpose is to provide support
for myeloma people and their families, provide information regarding new therapies and drugs as they come on stream and host educational events online and across Canada. Research programs are ongoing and we continue to lobby to receive funding for new treatments following approval from Health Canada. The good news is people living with myeloma are living longer as a result. There is no cure, but the disease is treatable. Donations of $23,925 were raised from the event in Kamloops. Anna Evenrude volunteer
A selection of comments on KTW stories, culled online RE: STORY: CAR CRASHES INTO KAMLOOPS BUILDING; DRIVER FLEES; TWO KIDS INJURED:
“Very stupid driver, to run from the scene, unless the car was stolen.” — posted by Lawrence Beaton
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The so-called “Bob squad” was among participants in this year’s Myeloma Walk in Riverside Park.
TAXPAYER REVOLT COMING AMID FINANCIAL BURDEN Editor: I hope this letter doesn’t hurt anyone’s feelings, but what I see coming in the future is really bleak. In the future, I’m saying in 10 years or so, I see most people will be giving at least 50 per cent
of their earnings for taxation to municipal, provincial and federal governments. I heard it is now 42.9 per cent. Small businesses and the average pay earners will be unable to survive financially. Homes will be lost and this
will increase homelessness. I see a lot of young people without work unless we create good jobs for them. We need hydro dams, pipelines, LNG outlets and mining so we can pay our taxes and have jobs. We have to look into the
future, not the past. If things keep going as they are now, our governments (three of them) will do us in. I see a tax revolt coming in the future. Larry Wagner Kamloops
REPORT DOCTOR CONCERNS TO COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS Editor: Re: Joy Basic’s letter of Sept. 7 (‘Doctors should not cherry pick patients’): The College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC upholds that all patients have a right to access appropriate medical care, which is a core value in Canadian medicine. As outlined in the College standard Access to Medical
Care, an introductory meeting is deemed acceptable practice for physicians to get to know a new patient and learn of his/her health concerns and history. However, such meetings may not be used as a means to select the “easy patients” and screen out those with more difficult health concerns, such as chronic disease. Similarly, health applica-
tion forms must not be used for this purpose. Physicians may only decline to accept new patients for legitimate reasons, which may include limited practice capacity. Such decisions should be conveyed respectfully and honestly. The College’s role is to ensure B.C. physicians meet expected standards of practice and con-
duct. The College investigates all allegations from patients who claim they have been denied access to medical services because of discrimination. I encourage your readers to bring those concerns to the College. H.M. Oetter, MMD registrar and CEO College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC
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Hoodoos restaurant, the lone restaurant in Sun Rivers, will no longer operate dinner service due to “critical staffing shortages.”
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A message by Sun Rivers that it will restrict hours at Hoodoos restaurant is another reason why the operation needs to by purchased by the community, said the promoter who is in talks to take over the operation. Sun Rivers Resort Community distributed a message on Facebook on the weekend that due to “critical staffing shortages” it will no longer operate Hoodoos for dinner service as of this week. The message said it will resume “full hours of operation as soon as possible.” Sun Rivers president Rick Siemens could not be reached Monday for comment.
Bill Amy, the entrepreneur leading move to purchase Sun Rivers’ golf operations as a community led effort, said he could not comment specifically on the reduction at the restaurant. But he said, based on discussion with staff given termination notices, he believes the end of the month both the course and restaurant will shut down, adding “I’m just guessing. “I don’t see it getting any better here.” Reduced hours at Hoodoos comes as Amy has concluded negotiations with privately owned Sun Rivers. He said he has the backing of about $1.2 million from club members and Sun Rivers residents to purchase the golf course and restaurant assets.
He is now in discussions with lenders to obtain the remainder of financing. If it changes hands, the proposal is to change the name to Big Horn Golf and Country Club. Amy called the $1.2-million raised thus far “pretty good when it’s $5,000 increments,” but he is surprised he didn’t have more backing when the future of the golf course is otherwise at risk. Prospective purchasers are offered a share in the operation at a $5,000 cost. Membership offers them a say in operations, discounts on golf and Hoodoos and assurance the golf course will remain green and full of duffers.
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JOIN IN FOR A GOOD CAUSE Friday, Sept. 22 The Big Little Science Centre is hosting a fundraiser in support of its general operating costs. Science Night Out: Get Your Geek On is an adult-oriented 19-plus event, featuring science activities and shows, along with a cash bar, 50-50 draw and door prizes. The new exhibit Microbes Art Us will be open, with tours and artist talks available. Attendees should be prepared to do science and try exhibits. It runs from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased from the centre, which is located at 655 Holt St., or by calling 554-2572. Sunday, Sept. 24 The annual Kamloops Kidney Walk will be at McDonald Park on Sunday. About 1,230 kidney patients are served by Royal Inland Hospital, with 150 on dialysis and almost 80 patients on the transplant list. The 10th-annual event supports organ transplantation and donation. Patients who undergo transplants spend at least six weeks in Vancouver, and monies raised from the walk support those patients. A silent auction will be held. To register, go online to kidneywalkbc.ca.
SCOOPING UP SUPPORT: North Kamloops Safeway manager Brendan Martin (left) and Sahali Safeway manager Dave Nemrava (right) present a cheque for $3,046.49 to Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops fun development and marketing leader Sam Nielsen and executive director Traci Anderson at the North Kamloops Safeway. In celebration of Canada’s 150th year, two local Safeway stores helped raise money for local youth through their Canada Screams for Ice Cream campaign and the Kids Paying it Forward program. HOSPICE HELP: Greg and Dana Nalleweg, owners of Next Gen Electrical, recently hosted a golf tournament and raised $10,000 for the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice.
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Nicola Towers is a secure and quiet concrete building in heart of downtown. Walking distance to all amenities, Kamloops “Y”, hospital, library, shopping, arenas, and more. Main floor apartment nice open plan facing north. This two bedroom unit has a covered deck and secure underground parking. No pets allowed. Strata fee includes heat and hot water.
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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.
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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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Sunday, September 24 10:00 am-2:00 pm Shoreline Cleanup starts at 11:00 am Fun, free, family activities, including: • Arts & crafts • Live music • Face painting • Prizes
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The City has contracted with Extreme Excavating Ltd. to construct the first phase of the Peterson Creek Multi-Use Pathway, which will connect Summit Drive to downtown. This three-metre wide, 1.7km long paved multi-use pathway will provide walkers and cyclists with a safe and direct link between Sahali and the City Centre. Join us for an open house to view the final project plans and ask questions of City staff and consultants:
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The lengthiest provincewide state of emergency in B.C.’s history ended on Friday and the final regional evacuation orders were rescinded on the weekend, but officials caution British Columbians are not quite out of the woods when it comes to this summer’s unprecedented wildfire season. The province declared a state of emergency on July 7, when wildfires in the Interior began to grow quickly in size and number. The order was extended multiple times. “What we’re seeing today is the lifting of the provincial state of emergency,” Forests Minister Doug Donaldson told reporters. “We still have certain areas and certain regions facing volatile situations.” But the fire season does appear to be slowing given the changing weather. BC Wildfire Service chief information officer Kevin Skrepnek said 155 fires are burning in the province. Three new fires were reported on Thursday. Since April 1, Skrepnek said, 1,256 blazes have been reported, scorching an estimated area of 1,191,306 hectares — more than any other year on record — and running up a bill of nearly $519 million. This year’s firefighting budget was $63 million.
In the Kamloops area, the Elephant Hill fire is now an estimated 192,000 hectares in size and 60 per cent contained. A summer of smoke finally cleared as September arrived, but Kamloopsians awoke on Sunday to that familiar haze and campfire smell. As temperatures cool, Skrepnek said the fires’ impact is becoming more clear. “We are getting much more accurate perimeters mapped out,” he said. Skrepnek said fire season is not over, but he said the forecast — calling for cooling temperatures and rain next week — is encouraging. “Certainly, in terms of extreme fire behaviour . . . that shift is going to definitely significantly calm down the activity out there on some of our fires,” he said. Police across B.C. are ramping down their wildfire efforts. RCMP Staff Sgt. Annie Linteau said Mounties are largely returning to dayto-day, regular operations. “As the number of evacuation orders and alerts have declined, the RCMP have started to remove checkpoints,” she said. “Our police officers remain available for assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week.” Linteau said an estimated 4,400 Mounties and RCMP employees worked on wildfire-related issues over the summer. She said additional RCMP resources will remain “strategically located” in areas including 100 Mile House.
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OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is dropping the gloves in his fight with Boeing, saying his government won’t do business with a company that he’s accusing of attacking Canadian industry and trying to put aerospace employees out of work. The comments represent the strongest yet against the U.S. aerospace giant since Boeing launched a trade dispute with Montreal-based rival Bombardier earlier this year. And they leave little doubt Trudeau’s Liberal government is serious about walking away from a controversial plan to purchase 18 interim Super Hornet fighter jets from Boeing if the company doesn’t stand down. “We have obviously been looking at the Super Hornet aircraft from Boeing as a potential significant procurement of our new fighter jets,’’ Trudeau said. “But we won’t do business with a company that’s busy trying to sue us and trying to put our aerospace workers out of business.’’ Beyond the interim plans, the prime minister also appears to have left open the door to excluding Super Hornets entirely from any future competition to replace more broadly Canada’s aging fleet of CF-18 jets. Trudeau made the comments during an appearance with British Prime Minister Theresa May, who says Canada and the U.K. will work together to defend Bombardier, which has a factory in Northern Ireland. Boeing has accused Bombardier of selling its CSeries passenger jets to a U.S. airline at an unfairly low price with help from government subsidies, and says the case affects its long-term economic health. “We will continue to stand up for jobs and stand up for the excellent airplane that is the Bombardier CSeries aircraft,’’ Trudeau said. “The action that Boeing has taken is very much in their narrow economic interests.”
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OTTAWA — NDP leadership candidate Charlie Angus marked Monday’s return of Parliament by stressing the importance of his party’s next leader having immediate access to the House of Commons — a pointed jab at fellow hopeful Jagmeet Singh. Singh, who sits in the
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he latter part of the year is full of social engagements with family and friends. While many social occasions surrounding Christmas are anticipated for months in advance, unexpected pop-ins are also the norm this time of year. Rather than being caught off-guard, individuals can take steps to prepare for unexpected guests. • Have food available: Even if guests pop in for a little while, it’s nice to be able to offer them something to eat. Keep cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, pretzels and other snacks on hand. Make-ahead, crowd-friendly foods can be prepared and frozen. Casseroles, pasta dishes and stews are hearty and can serve in a pinch when unexpected visitors arrive. Simply take out to defrost and heat up. Keep cookies in air-tight tins and purchase a pre-made frozen pie to serve, if necessary. In a pinch, you can always order out, but over time the cost of having food delivered can add up. • Keep the bar stocked: Toasting to a happy holiday season is the norm during this time of year. Toasting requires hosts have some spirits on hand. Stock the bar with a few staples, such as red and white wine, vodka,
rum, whiskey and mixers. Also, you may just want to create a signature or seasonal cocktail that can be served when guests arrive, such as a spiced punch or a holiday eggnog. • Cue the playlist: Put together a playlist of favourite holiday music that will provide the ideal ambiance should guests ring your doorbell. Thanks to services like Spotify and Pandora, holiday music that fills a home with the sweet sounds of the season is now always accessible. • Keep things neat: Set aside a closet or space that can serve as a catchall where errant items can quickly be stored should guests arrive. Gather loose toys, books or stray papers in a basket and then stash the basket in the closet until guests depart. Routinely empty the dishwasher so dirty dishes left in the sink can be quickly loaded before guests arrive. • Create an aromatic atmosphere: Scented candles that evoke the aromas of the season can refresh stale indoor air. Butter cookie-, apple pie- and cinnamon-scented candles can make it seem like you just finished some holiday baking. Guests tend to drop by on a moment’s notice come the holidays. Preparing for the unexpected can Social engagements often come unexpectedly in the back half of the year. To prevent being caught off make such visits more enjoyable. guard, keep easy snacks like cheese and crackers on hand for unexpected visitors.
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ounting down to Christmas Day means many different things to people across the globe. Although families likely have several different traditions they anticipate each year, it can be fun to incorporate some new merrymakers into the festivities. Here are some festive ideas to include in the days leading up to Christmas — a special family calendar of fun finds. • Annual memento: Have the kids or adults make one new handmade ornament each year. This way, the tree is always evolving and everyone can track milestones. • Cookie day: Devote one day to making Christmas cookies. Invite friends or family members over. Distribute some cookies to elderly neighbours. • Holiday classic: Spend a night in and watch a classic Christmas flick you’ve never seen before. Streaming movie services often put classics and obscure titles into rotation during the holiday season. • Christmas concert: Host a gathering of children
Plan a baking day this holiday season with the family and build a gingerbread house. Gobble it down or deliver it to a special person to remind them someone is thinking of them.
where they can sing or perform their favourite tunes for an audience. Take it on the road to a nearby nursing home. • Dine out: Take a break from cooking, shopping and hosting and stop into a restaurant you’ve been meaning to try. Keep it local to support nearby businesses. • Adopt a child/family: Volunteer with a charitable organization that provides for less fortunate families. Answer the Christmas desires of a needy child or family by purchasing an item on their wish lists. • See the sights: Pack the
children into the family car to tour nearby areas and look at Christmas lights displays. Bring along cookies and hot chocolate. • Trim a tree: Get together with adult friends at a tree-trimming party. Rotate the hosting house each year. • Play dress-up: Dress up as the man in red and pop into a friend’s holiday gathering. • Wilderness walk: Enjoy the crisp air and snow and see a local park from a winter perspective. • Acts of kindness: Choose any act of kindness and make it happen this
Christmas. It can include feeding the hungry or helping a disabled person shop for the season. • Kids’ Secret Santa: Spread the joy of giving by having the kids choose a sibling or friend’s name from a hat and purchasing or making a gift for that person. • Hand out hot chocolate: Make a big thermos of hot chocolate and give it out to shoppers or workers who have been out in the cold. • Read religious stories: Understand the true meaning of the season by reading biblical passages. • Camp-in: On the first night the tree is decorated, allow the kids to sleep beside it under the glow of Christmas lights. • Scavenger hunt: Plan holiday-themed trivia questions and hide small trinkets for children to find. • Surprise box: Put a gift into a box. On Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, the person who finds a hidden gift tag under their chair at dinner gets to open the box. • Family portrait: Wear your holiday finery and pose for a portrait that actually will be printed and framed.
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Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone, whose company, iCompass, was a startup, addresses those attending Friday’s Startup Canada Awards, which were held in The Rex Hall downtown. Kamloops companies featured in two awards handed out.
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While the Kamloops tech community is no stranger to the Startup Canada Awards, this year marked the first time the event was held in the Tournament Capital. In fact, it was the first time it has been held outside of Vancouver — and it all came down to an after-party. “We hosted an after-party [at last year’s event in Vancouver] where we impressed the event organizers,” said Kamloops Innovation Centre executive director Lincoln Smith. “That opened up talks to move it to Kamloops.” The regional awards were held on Friday in The Rex Hall downtown. The awards highlight excellence in entrepreneurship and innovation in British Columbia. Regional events are held across the country, culminating with a grand finale national awards ceremony at Shaw Centre in Ottawa on Oct. 19.
Award categories range from environmental and cultural advancement to outstanding impact in entrepreneurship, with 17 awards handed out to individuals, organizations and networks. This year’s winners were: • Lynda Brown-Ganzert, founder and CEO of Curatio, Entrepreneur of the Year; • Catherine Dahl, founder and CEO of Beanworks, Woman Entrepreneurship Award; • Vicki Collet, co-owner of Harper’s Trail Winery, Senior Entrepreneur Award; • Manny Padda, founder of New Avenue Capital, Entrepreneur Promotion Award; • Accelerate Okanagan, Entrepreneur Support Award; • Hummingbird Drones, Innovation Award; • BroadbandTV, High-Growth Entrepreneurship Award; • Keela, Social Enterprise Award; • Hootsuite, Global Entrepreneurship Award. Collet and Hummingbird Drones are from Kamloops. It’s not the first time Hummingbird Drones
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has received accolades at the Startup Canada Awards as company co-founder Robert Atwood was named Startup Canada Young Entrepreneur of the Year back in 2015. Other past winners from the River City have included: John Zubak, 2016 Startup Canada Adam Chowaniec Lifetime Achievement Award; iTel Networks, 2016 Startup Canada Award for High Growth Entrepreneurship both regionally and nationally; and Kamloops Innovation, 2015 Startup Canada Award for Entrepreneur Support. While the technology industry has long held a foothold in Kamloops, Smith said it is growing. With that growth is a a sense of community he said will lead to more companies popping up in the area in coming years thanks to a new partnership between Thompson Rivers University and Kamloops Innovation and events like the Startup Canada Awards. “It speaks to the tightness and sense of community we have, as well as we’re growing and getting on the radar of the larger entrepreneurial support networks across Canada,” he said.
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The B.C. government is “looking at all means” to help keep the forestry industry standing after this summer’s unprecedented wildfire season scorched an estimated 53-million cubic metres of timber — an amount four times the province’s annual allowable cut. Forests Minister Doug Donaldson said the province is working to figure out how much of the impacted timber is salvageable. “It’s similar to the pine beetle situation,” he told reporters Friday. “If it is merchantable, we want to get in and get it cut and get it to the mills before it is too dry.” Donaldson said provincial officials are keeping their options open. “We’re looking at all means to try to ensure there’s fibre going to the mills and there’s enough wood to keep the shifts going,” he said. Susan Yurkovich, president of the B.C. Council of Forest Industries, said although mill infrastructure hasn’t been destroyed by fires, the shortage of timber and wood fibre, especially in the Interior, means companies can’t operate.
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clear annual summary of how much clients pay. This improvement in transparency, which we feel is much needed, is leading competition to cut costs. The majority of our clients operate under a “fee based” model. Clients pay a flat fee based on the size of their account. This fee includes all our services and goes directly to TD Wealth. From there, we receive a portion which pays for our expenses including our livelihood. The fees on non-registered accounts are typically tax deductible. Because there are no commissions and every investment pays an equal amount, we are truly unbiased and product neutral. As evidence, despite being TD employees, less than 5% of our client holdings are related to TD products. What do investors typically pay? In 2014, PriceMetrix, collected fee data on over seven million North American investors and $3.5 trillion in investment assets found: <$ 250,000 1.43% $250,000 - $499,999 1.37% $500,000 - $999,999 1.28% $1,000,000 - $1,999,999 1.16% $2,000,000 + 0.79%
A few points to consider: Am I paying a fair price? Your fee should help you: avoid mistakes, make more money and/or save time. Ideally, you would benefit from a combination of all three. What does the fee include (e.g. transactions costs, administration, service, tax planning, estate planning, insurance reviews, retirement planning and investment advice)? Are there any conflicts of interests? Does the advisor get more or less to sell their firm's products? Are there other hidden fees or costs that are not obvious? This is still an area of confusion and requires full transparency. Our goal is to provide all investors a quick understandable overview so they can determine if they are receiving value for the service they pay for. As always, we are here to help if ever you want to review your costs and services. Invest well. Live Well.
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Getting rid of the two-zone Agricultural Land Reserve is just one of the changes in the works for the NDP government, along with serving B.C. produce in hospitals and restoring a provincewide Buy B.C. marketing program. The second zone of the land reserve to allow additional land uses outside the developmentintensive areas of the Lower Mainland, southern Vancouver Island and the Okanagan is a failed experiment, Agriculture Minister Lana Popham told Black Press in an interview. It has created additional administration for the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC), without much extra activity generated to help farms in zone two, where average annual farm receipts remain low, Popham said.
The second zone was championed by former energy minister Bill Bennett, in response to frustration that rules to protect the Fraser Valley were imposed across the province. The result was Peace region farmers prevented from allowing oil and gas service trucks to park on their land in winter and next-generation farmers forced to tear down second homes built to house their retired parents. “I think the bottom line is there hasn’t been much effect at all,” Popham said. Popham met this month with ALC chair Frank Leonard, two years after he was appointed to implement the two-zone system. A longtime mayor of Saanich, Leonard replaced Richard Bullock, who was fired after resisting the B.C. Liberal government’s efforts to decentralize ALC land-use decisions.
Popham described her discussion with the ALC executive as “productive,” adding that Leonard’s term “is up in the spring and we’ll see where we are.” As opposition agriculture critic, one of Popham’s favourite symbols for B.C. farm support was Vanderhoof hospital serving its patients fruit cups from China. She has already identified a producer in Abbotsford willing to meet B.C. fruit content rules to supply packaged applesauce to hospitals and that is the direction she intends to take to generate more sales and processing for B.C. farmers. The Buy B.C. logo on produce, replaced by the B.C. Liberal government with a series of regional marketing programs, is coming back. Popham said it remains the most popular topic in her discussions with farmers around the province.
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TIB career fair underway Tuesday The Tk’emlups te Secwepemc Industry Career Fair will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 19. The career fair will be held from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Tk’emlups Indian Band’s Moccasin
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TRU’s Thomas Lantmeeters (left) went up for a header against the University of Lethbridge’s Marcus Menzies in Canada West soccer action Sunday at Hillside Stadium.
Winning streak continues for WolfPack TRU’s men’s soccer squad has won five straight after defeating Lethbridge on Sunday had on the day as he notched his second in the 61st minute. He also set up the third WolfPack goal, which came in the 81st minute when Anatoli Leveille scored his first Canada West career marker. At the age of 16, Leveille is the youngest player in USports Soccer. In the 51st minute, Lethbridge’s Sean Gaiskey was given a red card for colliding with WolfPack defender Finlay McPhie, who went down favouring his face. Lethbridge played the rest of the match with 10 men. In the 56th minute, Mike Weigle of the Pronghorns collided with WolfPack keeper Lubo
Magdolen, garnering the goaltender yellow card. He was replaced by rookie Alex Ram. Lethridge’s lone marker came on a penalty kick in the 90th minute when Dominque Point du Jour scored his second of the season. The WolfPack are now 3-1-3 on the season and sit second in the seven-team Pacific Division of the CIS Canada West Conference. The club will be in Calgary this Saturday and in Saskatoon this Sunday. • Meanwhile, the WolfPack women’s soccer team won its first game of the season on Sunday, defeating the hometown
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University of Regina Cougars 1-0 on Sunday. The WolfPack are now 1-3 on the season and are seventh in the eight-team Pacific Division of the CIS Canada West Conference. TRU’s lone goal was scored by Camryn Curts in the 76th minute. It was her second goal of the Canada West season. Dannielle Robertson notched her first Canada West shutout. The women WolfPack’s regular season home opener will be this Saturday, when the UBC Thunderbirds pay a visit to Hillside Stadium for a noon kickoff. — TRU Sports Information
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Less than two weeks ago, Kamloops Storm head coach Ed Patterson called out his team for what he considered a poor effort in a 6-2 loss at home to Summerland to open the 20172018 Kootenay International Junior Hockey League season. One can only imagine what the junior B players will be hearing at practice this week following another lost weekend PATTERSON for the club. The Storm dropped a 6-4 decision to visiting Chase on Friday before travelling to Rutland on Saturday and getting blown out by the Kelowna Chiefs 10-2. The two losses drop the team’s record to 0-4 on the season and leave the squad dead last in the five-team Doug Birks Division and in the basement league-wide. In its four games, Kamloops has been outscored 25-9. At home against Chase on Friday, the Storm held a 4-1 lead entering the third period, only to see the Heat score four unanswered goals to skate off with the 6-4 victory. The final three goals were scored in a span of 24 seconds. The win was the first of the season for Chase. For Kamloops, Eric Evans scored twice and Jayden Castle and Therann Kincross added a goal each. Mitch Fargey had two assists.
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The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) and British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) invite the public to comment on the joint Federal Comprehensive Study / Provincial Assessment Report for the proposed Ajax Mine Project. The joint Report includes the Agency’s and the EAO’s conclusions and recommendations regarding the implementation of mitigation measures and whether the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. The EAO also invites the public to comment on the potential Conditions, Summary Assessment Report, and Certified Project Description proposed for the provincial Environmental Assessment Certificate. The proposed Ajax Mine Project is subject to both the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act, and is undergoing a cooperative environmental assessment. The joint Report and more information are available on the Agency’s website at canada.ca/ceaa (Registry reference number 62225) and the EAO’s website at eao.gov.bc.ca. A French version of the joint Report will be available on the Agency’s website. Written comments must be submitted by October 10, 2017: By Email: Ajax@ceaa-acee.gc.ca
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Kamloops Broncos’ quarterback Colby Henkel was taken down on this play by Kyle Sagomen of the Langley Rams in B.C. Football Conference action in Langley on Saturday. The Broncos fell 27-21 to the host Rams, and with the loss saw any hope of a playoff spot fade away. The Broncos have lost six straight and are now 1-6 on the season.
Blazers want fans to help them white out home opener Fans encouraged to wear white to Saturday game against Kelowna The Kamloops Blazers want everyone in white for Saturday’s home opener at Sandman Centre against Interior rival Kelowna. The Zimmer Autogroup Home Opener, as it has been dubbed, gets underway with pre-game festivities at 5:30 p.m., with a barbecue sponsored by Kal-Tire and Safeway. A bouncy castle and face-
painting will also be on hand. The first 4,000 fans into the building will receive a pair of sunglasses courtesy Vision-Pro, as well as a T-Shirt. The team is asking fans to wear white to, as it stated in a news release, “white out the night.” Representatives from Royal Inland Hospital will be at the game operating a raffle for two
tickets to anywhere WestJet flies. Puck drop is slated for 7 p.m. Tickets went on sale Monday morning and can be purchased at the Blazers’ box office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. until Friday. The box office will open at noon on Saturday. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone by calling 250828-3339 or online at blazerhockey.com.
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South Kam Titans’ slotback Tak Cox gained significant yardage before being tackled by Nechako Valley Vikings Hunter Westbrook on Friday afternoon on the South Kam field. The Titans, who fielded many Grade 10 athletes, dropped the exhibition game by a score of 19-13 when the visitors from Vanderhoof scored in the final play of the game. For Kamloops, Ryan Zamudio hauled in two touchdown passes from Brody Israel and Eric Kim was a defensive standout.
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Jordan Wilde stopped 39 of 45 shots and Ethan Paulin-Hatch faced one shot, turning it aside. Against Kelowna the next night, the game was tight after one period, with the Chiefs ahead 2-1 and each team registering 10 shots. The second period saw Kamloops fail to record one shot on net; Kelowna peppered the Storm net with 24 shots, scoring five times. Seiji Brown and Hayden Hirsch scored for Kamloops, with PaulinHatch (27 saves on 34 shots) and Wilde (12 saves on 15 shots) in net. The win left Kelowna undefeated at 3-0. Kamloops is on the road this coming weekend — in Osoyoos on Friday and in Summerland on Saturday. The club’s next home game at Memorial Arena is on Sept. 27, when the 100 Mile House Wranglers visit Kamloops.
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Toronto forward Lupul questions failed physical Winger takes to Instagram to gripe, says he’s ready to play THE CANADIAN PRESS
TORONTO — Toronto Maple Leafs forward Joffrey Lupul says he’s healthy enough to play hockey, despite the fact he failed his medical on the first day of training camp. Lupul posted a photo on Instagram on Sunday of what appears to be him snowboarding. Lupul wrote a comment on the picture saying: “Haha failed physical? They cheat, everyone lets them.’’ He added: “I’m ready.. Just awaiting the call..’’ Within hours, Lupul deleted the post. The team declined comment Sunday night. Leafs general manager Lou Lamoriello said on Thursday that the 33-year-old forward failed his medical on the opening day of Maple Leafs training camp for the second season in a row. He missed the last 31 games of the 2015-16 season after undergoing sports hernia surgery and hasn’t played an NHL game since. Lupul started the 2016-17 season on the injured reserve and will likely be placed back on
LUPUL the list when the regular season begins in October. Putting Lupul on injured reserve allows Toronto to open a spot on its 23-man roster for another player. If placed on long-term injury reserve, the team is given salary cap relief for the player, but it can only be used if the team has spent up to the cap ceiling. This season’s cap is US$75 million. The Leafs won’t have their cap finalized until after camp ends, but the additions of forward Patrick Marleau and defenceman Ron Hainsey, as well as raises for forwards Zach Hyman and Connor Brown and defenceman Nikita Zaitsev, will
play a factor in how Toronto enters the season financially. Lupul, a native of Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., is in the last season of a five-year, $26.25 million contract. His cap hit for the upcoming season is $5.25 million. While Lupul has kept quiet and mostly been absent from the public spotlight since his surgery in February 2016, he did make it known after failing last year’s pre-season physical that he wanted to return to the ice. “I pledge to work hard with a view to return to playing this season,’’ he said in a statement last September. “Hockey is the only life I have known. This is an extremely emotional time for me. Accordingly, I will not be making any further comment at this time.’’ Lupul, a 12-year NHL veteran, has 205 goals and 420 points in 701 regular-seasons games with Anaheim, Edmonton, Philadelphia and Toronto. He joined the Leafs midway through the 2010-11 season. Injuries have frustrated him throughout his career. The last time Lupul played more than 70 games in a season was 2008-09 as a member of the Flyers.
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MLB commissioner denies balls are being altered despite soaring numbers harder. The one thing I remain comfortable with: Nothing about the baseball, according to our testing, is materially different.’’ There were 5,610 homers last year, an average of 2.31 per game, and this year’s average of 2.53 projects to 6,143. That would be up 47 per cent from 4,186 in 2014. In just three years, home runs will have increased by 1,957 — an extra 149 miles of long balls at this year’s average home run length of 400 feet, or 15 miles more than the driving distance between Philadelphia’s Citizen’s Bank Park and Washington’s Nationals Park. “The game has changed,’’ New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. “From when I started, there’s a lot less stolen bases, there’s a lot less bunting, there’s a lot less hitting-and-running. You don’t give outs away, and you let guys swing the bat.’’ Already 107 players have hit 20 homers this year, just three
shy of the record set last season — and up from 64 in 2015, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. Along with soaring shots come strikeouts, which will set a record for the 10th consecutive year. There were 36,964 whiffs through Sunday, an average of 8.25 per team per game that translates to 40,099. “The focus is hitting homers and tolerating strikeouts,’’ Reggie Jackson said. “I don’t really like all the strikeouts, and I was the king.’’ Baseball officials are worried about decreasing action and have been alarmed by the strikeout rise. This year’s total is up from 38,982 last year and an increase of nearly 8,000 from the 32,189 in 2007. The strikeout spike coincides with a rise in fastball velocity; four-seamers have averaged 93.2 mph this year, up from 91.9 mph in 2008, according to MLB data.
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NEW YORK — The Dallas Cowboys not SPORTS only are the NFL’s most valuable franchise for the 11th straight year, they are the top-valued team in the world. According to Forbes magazine, their worth increased 14 per cent in the last year, reaching USD$4.8 billion. That’s more than $1 billion ahead of the Patriots ($3.7 billion). Rounding out the NFL’s top five are the Giants ($3.3 billion), Redskins ($3.1 billion) and 49ers ($3.05 billion). On average, an NFL franchise is worth $2.52 billion, an increase of eight per cent since 2016. Much of that can be attributed to rights fees and new stadiums or stadium renovations. Every team is worth at least $1 billion, with the Buffalo Bills last at $1.6 billion. Forbes reported earlier this year that the average baseball franchise is worth $1.54 billion. The Falcons had the highest increase in value, up 16 per cent to more than $2.47 billion. The team just moved into a $1.5 billion stadium in Atlanta. Globally, according to Forbes’ rankings of July, the Cowboys are followed by baseball’s New York Yankees at $3.7 billion, a figure the Patriots have now tied. Next in those rankings are three European soccer giants: Manchester United at $3.69 billion, FC Barcelona at $3.64 billion and Real Madrid at $3.58 billion.
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Rooney gets driving ban for impaired STOCKPORT, England — Former England soccer captain Wayne Rooney pleaded guilty to drunk driving on Monday, leading to a court imposing a two-year driving ban and ordering him to perform 100 hours of unpaid community work. The Everton striker was stopped by police outside Manchester on Sept. 1 while driving someone else’s car. Rooney was three times above the legal limit for driving with alcohol in the body, the hearing at Stockport Magistrates’ Court was informed as the 31-year-old player entered his guilty plea. “Following today’s court hearing I want publicly to apologize for my unforgivable lack of judgment in driving while over the legal limit. It was completely wrong,’’ Rooney said. Rooney is the all-time leading scorer for England’s national soccer team and for Manchester United. He retired from the national team last month and left United in July after 13 years to rejoin Everton.
Leishman gets redemption on PGA Tour LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Given another opportunity to win, Marc Leishman didn’t give anyone much of a chance in the BMW Championship. Staked to a five-shot lead, Leishman made back-to-back birdies late in the final round Sunday to put away the final challenge, then closed with a birdie for a 4-under 67 to set the tournament record. The five-shot victory sends him to East Lake next week for the Tour Championship with a clear shot at winning the FedEx Cup and the $10 million bonus. Leishman finished at 23-under 261, breaking the 72-hole tournament record previously set by Tiger Woods in 2007. The drama was in the race for the top 30 in the FedEx Cup. PGA Tour rookies Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay made key birdies late to get to East Lake.
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NEW YORK — After being outspoken about going to the 2018 Winter Olympics no matter the consequences, even Alex Ovechkin has given up and turned his attention to the Beijing Games in 2022. The Washington Capitals’ Russian superstar acknowledged the door is closed on him and other NHL players playing in South Korea in February, the result of the league’s decision to skip the Olympics for the first time since 1994. With the International Ice Hockey Federation not allowing any player with an NHL contract to participate, Ovechkin has begrudgingly acknowledged that his Olympic hopes are on hold. “It is still my dream to win an Olympic gold medal for my country,’’ Ovechkin said in a statement. “I hope things will change and all of us will have a chance to go again in 2022.’’ Five months after the NHL announced it wouldn’t be going, most players have moved from anger to acceptance. There is still disappointment and frustration, though Ovechkin made it clear where things stand: “Now the IIHF
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and NHL say my country is not allowed to ask anybody in the NHL to play and there is nothing to talk about anymore.’’ An IIHF spokesman said he wasn’t aware of any official assurances but added: “We would not permit any player under contract with an NHL team to participate in Pyeongchang without them first obtaining the necessary permissions.’’ Those permissions aren’t coming, and players aren’t
happy about the opportunity being taken away from them. “It’s disappointing,’’ said Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid, who would’ve been a lock to play for Canada if healthy. “I’ve never got that chance. I would love to be able to play in Olympics. I’ve heard that they’re real fun.’’ NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said for months that team owners were not interested in putting the season on hold for three weeks to
let their players leave for the Olympics. The reluctance was not new, but it was still a surprise in April when the league announced that it would not allow its players to participate. Chicago Blackhawks winger Patrick Kane won a silver medal with the United States in 2010 and also played in Sochi in 2014 and expects to be cheering that team along this time. “You always relish the opportunity to play for your country, and you don’t want to miss too many of those opportunities, especially when it’s at the calibre of the Olympics,’’ Kane said. “It would’ve been fun to go to South Korea and to play in the Olympics. Obviously it’s not going to happen.’’ It’s an especially tough blow for Russian players, many of whom were on the Sochi team that did not win a medal on home ice. Evgeni Malkin recently told Sovietsky Sport that he hoped the Pittsburgh Penguins would let him go to the Olympics, adding of the NHL’s decision: “There’s nothing good about this at all.’’ McDavid is only 20 and Kane 28, so they should have another opportunity should the NHL return in Beijing.
Seahawks puzzled by offensive struggles after low-scoring victory TIM BOOTH
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SEATTLE — For the second straight season, the Seattle Seahawks are spending the first two weeks of the regular season wondering how an offence with the likes of Russell Wilson, Doug Baldwin and Jimmy Graham has only found the end zone once in two games. New San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan would simply like to see his team score a touchdown after getting held out of the end zone again in a 12-9 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday. It was as ugly as it sounds. After more than 112 minutes of game action, the Seahawks finally scored their
first touchdown of the season on Wilson’s nine-yard strike to Paul Richardson with 7:06 remaining to take the lead for good. And it took some magical manoeuvring from Wilson to even get in that position, a combination of his running and passing to finally lead Seattle to a score. “Sometimes it’s good to win a game like that because it tests your composure,’’ Wilson said. It got so bad that comedian Sarah Colonna, the wife of Seattle punter Jon Ryan, tweeted that she was tired of seeing her husband on the field after a sixth straight possession where the Seahawks punted. Even Wilson was greeted
with a cascade of boos following consecutive third-quarter possessions where Seattle went three-and-out. So, yes, the Seahawks at 1-1 are probably where most expected them to be after opening the season at Green Bay. But how they got there has heightened concerns about how good Seattle can be potentially. “Ugly as hell. Very ugly. But we did enough,’’ Baldwin said. The Seahawks were quick to point out that they should have scored two touchdowns in the first half. C.J. Prosise had a potential TD bounce off his hands at the goal line on Seattle’s first drive and Tanner McEvoy couldn’t pull in a high pass from Wilson in the end zone on the second drive.
San Francisco was never in the position to complain about missed opportunities. The 49ers accomplished something never done before in the long history of the franchise, starting a season with zero touchdowns through two games. And for the most part, the 49ers haven’t even been close. In 21 total possessions over two games, the 49ers only have three drives inside the opponents’ 20-yard line and only one inside the 10. They’re not just struggling to score, they’re not even threatening. “We’re never satisfied. We need to get better in every facet,’’ Shanahan said. “Even if we scored a bunch of touchdowns I’d be telling you the same thing.’’
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Terry “Boomer” Shishido It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Terry Teruo Shishido on September 14, 2017 surrounded by his wife and two sons. He will be missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Beth, sons Craig (Jasmine), Todd and grandson Austin, who brought him great joy. He is also survived by his brother Eric (Maggie), sister Ruth (Paul) Beday, brother-in-law Keith (Glenda) Jones and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Terry was predeceased by his father Masae, mother Miyoko and his in-laws Norman and Margaret Jones. Terry was born on October 3, 1944 in New Denver, BC. In 1947, the family moved to Japan and a year later moved back to Kamloops. Terry was well known in Kamloops for his athletic abilities particularly in hockey and baseball. Growing up, he played minor hockey in Kamloops and continued to play for various teams including the Kamloops Jr. Rockets, Cranbrook Royals, Quesnel Kangaroos, Salmon Arm Aces and concluded his hockey career with the Oriental Express Oldtimers hockey team. In 1976 he married the love of his life Beth and raised two sons. For the last 27 years, Terry faced serious medical issues with quiet grace and dignity. The family would like to thank Dr. Terry Simpson and Sue, Dr. Servaas Swart, Erin and Dominique and the staff at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice and all previous caregivers for their compassionate words and care. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 1:00 pm at the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kamloops Brain Injury Assoc., Canadian Cancer Society or the Kamloops Hospice in memory of Terry would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home (250) 554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
On Tuesday, September 12, 2017 Harry Robb passed away in his sleep, probably dreaming of poker and golf. Harry was born in Regina, Saskatchewan on April 17, 1936.
Harry was a long time school principal in Kamloops, a career which he loved until his retirement in 1992. His passions were family, education, cards and golf. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. The family would like to thank the staff of Pinegrove for their care and support. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at the Hal Rogers Center. Please drop in between 2:00pm and 4:00pm to honour Harry’s Life. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Canadian Diabetes Society in memory of Harry would be appreciated.
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SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Aries, communication is essential in any relationship, including ones of a romantic nature. Learn to get your point across without being too forward.
Taurus, you may have little desire to go above and beyond what is necessary this week.You may want to spend much of your time sticking to familiar routines.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 2
Gemini, you can probably use a good dose of peace and quiet right now, but there are too many things on your calendar for this to be possible anytime soon.
Libra, spend some time relaxing at home in the coming days. The rest and relaxation will do your body good. Rise to action when you are called upon.
Pay careful attention to all details, Scorpio. They are trying to tell you something about your future.You just do not know where the road will bend.
Sagittarius, it is not uncommon to feel on edge when leaving your comfort zone. Embrace this sense of adventure and uncertainty and make the most of a unique opportunity.
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
Intense desires are simmering just beneath the surface, Leo. But you’re not sure how to express your feelings just yet. Usually you are direct, but this may require finesse.
Hanging out with friends seems like a great idea, especially when all of your tasks at work and at home have been completed,Virgo. Don’t let anything hold you back.
Capricorn, you desire stability even though you take some chances in the coming days.You may appear sure-footed to others, but your nerves may be out of control.Take things slowly.
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You are taking five courses, one each in accounting, biology, c omputing science, English and Japanese.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, enjoy a boost in ambition, stamina and overall energy in the coming days. This will help you initiate and complete projects with amazing precision.
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BENDER
The cost of the Japanese textbook is twice that of the English textbook. The cost of the computing science textbook is twice that of the accounting textbook. It is also four-thirds of the cost of the Japanese textbook.The biology textbook cost $10 dollars more than the average cost of the other four textbooks. If each textbook cost an exact number of dollars and you spent somewhere in the $300s, how much did each textbook cost and what is the total? ANSWER TO LAST WEEK’S (SEPTEMBER 12) FAUXGO PUZZLE: The longest possible word in Fauxgo is the six-letter word “CACCBB”.
Aquarius, thoughts keep tugging at your emotions and leaving you with lingering feelings of doubt. It is time to push away those feelings once and for all.
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Pisces, find different ways to express your feelings to your partner. This can open the lines of communication and strengthen your bond.
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• Truck Mechanic • Forestry Technician • Excavator/Buncher/BT Loader Operators KDL is one of Northern BC’s largest Integrated Forest Management Companies with over 40 years of experience. We are looking for talented people to join our Team in Mackenzie BC.
Experienced owner/operator with log trucks wanted immediately to haul into Spray Lake Sawmills, Cochrane, Alberta Contact Troy Johanson 403-851-3327 Email: woodlands@spraylakesawmills.com
To apply: mackenzie@kdlgroup.net
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HELP WANTED Lamplighter Motel Kamloops is seeking a chamberperson / desk clerk Send resume to anilparekh23@gmail.com or call 250.372.3386
No experience necessary, will train the right candidate.
LAMPLIGHTER MOTEL 1901 East Trans-Canada Highway, Kamloops
Gillespie & Company LLP has an opening for an experienced litigation assistant to join our personal injury department. We offer a range of benefits including RRSP contribution and a maternity EI top-up for staff members. If you are interested in joining our team, please contact Lorraine Gruber at lgruber@gillespieco.ca #200 - 121 St. Paul Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 3K8 250 374-4463 www.gillespieco.ca
Phone: 250.372.3386 • Fax: 250.372.8740
GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKER PART TIME
(Monday-Wednesday 8:30am-4:30pm) Assist the Building Maintenance Worker with minor repairs related to buildings, grounds, equipment,electrical, plumbing, painting and grounds-keeping. Qualifications: One year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education,training. For full job description please go to www.askwellness.ca/category/careers. Apply by sending your Resume to careers@askwellness.ca by September 27 at 1pm
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SHOP OUTREACH WORKER FULL-TIME POSITION
Come be part of a team of three to provide supportive outreach services,to persons working in the sex trade in our community. Service delivery is based on a client centered,non-judgmental perspective.Provide outreach services targeting those at risk in partnership with other community agencies.May include some evening outreach when required.Provide crisis/transition point intervention/ overdose response and support.Admission and discharge to and from the safe suite/assist sex trade workers with obtaining housing/income assistance.Qualifications: BSW, Human Service Degree or equivalent/experience with mental health/addictions and homelessness issues; knowledge of community resources. Criminal record check required, own vehicle and valid driver’s license with relevant insurance in order to transport clients. For full job description please go to www.askwellness. ca/category/careers/. Salary commensurate with experience. Apply by sending your Resume to careers@askwellness.ca by September 20th at 1pm
FINANCE ASSOCIATE - FULL-TIME POSITION
(Maternity Coverage Oct.16.17 to Jan.2.19 with potential for continued employment.Provide administrative and financial support/financial reporting such as bill payment,payroll,reports,data entry,maintaining of files and filing.Processing of Vendor,Online/Staff Payments using the Arcori Accounting System/Cheque delivery /bank deposits. Qualifications: Exp. with payroll/bookkeeping. Proficiency with MS Windows applications.Strong attention to detail. Criminal record check required. For full job description please go to www.askwellness.ca/category/careers/. Apply by sending your Resume to careers@askwellness.ca by Sept.22.17 at 1pm.
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CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE September 23-24 • October 14-15
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
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Career Opportunities 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!
Motel Assistant Manager Team Needed to run small Motel in Parksville BC. Non-Smoking, no pets, good health, fulltime, live-in position. Fax 250-586-1634 or Email resume: kjjr27@hotmail.com
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Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. September 30th & October 1st, Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. September 26th & 27th Evenings. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:
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ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS: NEWSPAPER AND DIGITAL MARKETING Kamloops This Week is always looking to add superb sales people with a creative flair to our team. Our business requires highly organized individuals with the ability to multi-task in a fun, fast-paced, team environment. We offer our clients traditional marketing ideas and products, in addition to cutting-edge, state-of-the-art online strategies to help them compete in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s digital environment. Good interpersonal skills are an asset and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are desired for those who wish to join the vibrant KTW team. Excellent communication skills, a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence and a reliable vehicle are what you need to become a part of a growing business entity. If you are a competitive and creative individual and enjoy challenging yourself, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to sales manager Ray Jolicoeur at ray@kamloopsthisweek.com We thank all applicants, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Trades, Technical Plumber/GasďŹ tter Journeyman for Vernon Service Company. Wage $40./hr. Full time, Drivers abstract. 1-250-5494444 pres@aslanservices.ca
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#216 Alder Apartments. Logan Lake. 1bdrm $600/mo neg Avail now 250-320-4870 or 250-572-7185.
All Furnished 4Bd,nrTRU/RIH Cozy View Deck nsp $2500. 250-314-0909pg604-802-5649
1brm self contained suite. Fully furnished, bedding, flat TV, Wifi, kitchen plates etc. Sahali. N/S, N/P. $1100/mo util incl. 250-851-1193.
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.
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Kubota AV2500 Generator. $585. 250-374-1988
Browning BAR semi-auto 300 win. Mag. Exec cond. Made in Belgium. $800. 372-7890.
Queen box spring and mattress c/w metal headboard and bed frame. $375. 250-3123711. 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 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING SALE ...â&#x20AC;?BLOWOUT SALE!â&#x20AC;? 20X23 $5,998. 25X27 $6,839. 30X33 $8,984. One End Wall Included. Bonus Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1855-212-7036
Firearms
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Browning lever action 300 Mag, Bushnell 4200 Elite scope. Ammo. $1250. 3710115.
COIN collector buying old coins, collector coins, coin collections Todd 250-864-3521
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Free Items Free: Couch for pick-up & load yourself. 778-470-0559 between 10am-6pm.
Fruit & Vegetables #1 Prune plums, field tomatoes pears, apples. Grapes $1.00/lb. Phone all summer 250-376-3480. Mac Apples .60/lb. Bring your own containers. 250-5799238.
Firewood/Fuel ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250) 377-3457.
Furniture 8ft Antique Couch $900. Round dining room table w/4chairs & 2 bar stools. $700. Couch & matching chairs $149. 250-374-1541. 8-pc Morris-style office desk set (solid wood) $1200, 2 antique bowfront dressers $450&350, bowfront china cabinet $3350, rocking chair $345, French oak & glass bookcase $1980, many framed prints & mirrors of various prices. 250-372-3755. Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $900. 250-374-8933.
Medical Supplies 2015 M300 power wheel chair w/charger Roho air seat, ext arm like new asking $6000obo (250) 554-1257
Misc. for Sale 4 Winter Blizak tires 225/65 R17 on Silver Rims asking $250 (250) 372-2071 5pc luggage (used 2x). $125. New Coffee, new 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. MISC4Sale: Oak Table Chairs-$400, 1-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg.
Real Estate
Northland Apartments Bachelor Suite starting at $845 per month 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Adult Oriented No Pets Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry $875-$1,200 per month North Shore 250-376-1427 South Shore 250-314-1135 Sahali 2bdrm apt. Avail now Quiet, well maintained bldg. $1100 +util. 250-554-2664.
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Recreation **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.
Rooms for Rent Furn room close to Downtown all amenities, for working person w/own transportation avail now $550 mo 250-377-3158
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1989 Mercedes 560 SEC. 61,000kms. Hagerty Appraisals #2 car $10,000USD. Selling $10,000 CDN 250-574-3794
Auto Accessories/Parts 4-P265/70R17 Goodyear All Seasons. $400/obo. 250-8193848.
2005 Chevy SSR P/up 8,000 miles. Corvette chassis convertible 4 speed auto Excellent condition. $36,000 Call 250-573-3346.
Cars - Domestic 06 Smart Car diesel ex cond. A/C/elec windows, extra tires 60-70 miles per gal $4,500. 250-579-8043 07 Pontiac G5 2 dr 5 spd 109,000km new snow tires includes 4 chrome rims with 18â&#x20AC;? low profile tires $3500 250573-3608 1998 Ford Escort Sport. 84,000kms. 1-owner. Exec cond. $2,019. 250-374-0327.
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2014 Lincoln MKS 4dr. sedan. AWD Fully loaded. 61,000kms. Black with black interior. Eco boost engine. $32,800. 250-319-8784
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Transportation
Antiques / Classics
2002 Nissan Altima. 4 door, auto. Fully loaded. Good condition. $5,500. Call to view. 250-376-4077. 2006 Ford Taurus SE. 1-owner. Excellent condition. 139,000kms. $4800.376-3278. 2007 VW Convertible. Auto, good condition. 200,000kms. $8,500. 250-319-1226.
1965 Mercury 4dr., hardtop. 55,000 miles. 390-330HP. $4,000. 250-574-3794.
Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $5,500.00/obo 250-554-0580
THIS IS A GREAT LITTLE CAR. 2009 Silver Ford Focus SES 2 dr. Coupe. Front wheel drive, Sunroof, auto, remote start. ONLY 58,000kms. Heated leather front seats. 4 studded winter tires on rims. $8,900/obo. 250-572-0254.
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Cars - Sports & Imports
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Sport Utility Vehicle
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1982 Mercedes 300 SD TD. 2 owners, original and documented. 242,000km no drips. Show car quality. Asking $6000. 250-312-3525 before 8pm 2010 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus 203,000km loaded inc near new mounted snows, exc cond $17,700obo 250-3742201
2012 boss 302 Laguna Seca number 80 out of 500. 13500 km $48000 OBO More Pictures available upon request (587) 224-3984
Motorcycles
2006 Equinox. 168,000kms. Auto, 6cyl. Good cond. $5,500/obo. 250-554-2788.
2004 Cougar 27.6 Fifth Wheel Trailer w/12ft slide, one owner, excellent condition! $16,500 (250) 5541744
2008 Sportsmaster Extreme 23pt, Jack & Jill bunks, w/outside door, queen, slps 7. 130w solar panel. Excellent condition. $13,600. 250-318-8782.
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1994 21ft Wilderness Travel Trailer sleeps 5. $6900/obo (250) 571-4008
Scrap Car Removal 2005 HD Fatboy 1450 CC, Stage 1. 60,000 KM. Custom chrome wheels. Too many extras to list. Click-on back rest/rack & passenger seat incl. Been babied. Female ridden. $13,000. (250) 573-2563
Sport Utility Vehicle 07 Toyota Rav 4 awd limited edit. V6 full load low kms exc cond $14,000 250-679-2253 1981 GMC Suburban 4X4. Re-built motor/trans. Good shape. $2,500. 778-469-5434
1985 Dodge Ram Charger. Very good condition. $5,000/Firm. 250-579-5551 1997 Ford Explorer. 4WD, Air, Cruise, power everything. $1,800. 250-851-6274. 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
Recreational/Sale
1987 Chev Motorhome 99,300kms. Motor work done 2015 with 6 newer tires. Sleeps six, everything works hot water, stove, 3 way fridge. $6,750/obo Call 250-851-3115. 2013 Keystone Fusion Toy Hauler slps 9, 41ft 12ft garage asking $69,000 250-374-4723
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SPORT UTILITY TRAILER 11 gauge inside and in kennel. 16” wheels c/w spare under surge brakes. 3x3x3/16 tube frame, boat rack c/w roller. Built to fit ATV. $5,500. 250-318-9134
CLASSIFIEDS
1996 Chevrolet C/K 2500 HD 3/4 ton Truck. Good condition. $9,900. 250-374-1988
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2000 Dodge Dakota. Full load. V-6. 195kms. 1-owner, canopy. Good Cond. $4,500. 3763480
Boats
2001 Ford F350 7.3L Turbo Diesel Supercab SB. 128,000kms. $18,500. 3740501
2013 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab, long box. Fully loaded. Excellent condition. $25,900. 250-299-9387
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1996 GMC Suburban 4x4 good shape runs great $3800obo Call (250) 571-2107
Recreational/Rent
2003 Harley Davidson 100th Ann. Edition Fat Boy CID 95 Stage 3 exc cond 17,000km $14,500obo. (250) 318-2030
2008 Harley Davidson Road King. 17,479kms. Extra windshield, V&H pipes. Excellent condition. $15,500/obo 250-574-0334
2011 Lincoln Navigator like new. 106,000kms. White, black leather interior, 3rd seat. AWD, Navigation, sunroof. $33,800. 250-374-4761
Trucks & Vans
*Some conditions & restrictions apply. Private party only (no businesses).
2002 Honda Goldwing. ABS brakes, cruise, Reverse, no damage. 173,000kms. Reduced to $8,900/obo. 778-538-3240.
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14ft aluminum boat w/trailer and new 9.9HP Merc O/B w/asst equip $6500 (250) 5236251 14ft. Runabout boat. 40hp Johnson motor on trailer. $1500/obo. 778-469-5434. 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, $1250/obo. 250-5735454.
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Notice of Sale
Be advised that Kamloops Ford Lincoln dba North Shore Collision will be seizing and selling 2012 Nissan Versa VIN 3N1CN7AP4CL904687 to cover the cost of repairs to the above vehicle. The amount owing for the cost of the repair is $2601.35 and has not been paid. Last known owner is Roberta Bungay/Darnell John. The sale of the 2012 Versa will take place on or after October 1st, 2017 Kamloops Ford Lincoln Ltd dba North Shore Collision 780 Kingston Ave Kamloops, BC V2B 2C8
Sun Valley C O N TA I N E R S A L E S
NOTICE OF SALE WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT
By the virtue of the warehouse’s Act, contents of the storage unit (CICU9858020), belonging to Leonard Joseph Seigo, of 638 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2V3. The goods will be sold on or after September 21, 2017. Sun Valley Containers Ltd, 1021 Ricardo Road, Kamloops, B.C. V2H 1G8 | 250-374-5555
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