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Stone confident as party elects leader ANDREA KLASSEN STAFF REPORTER andrea@kamloopsthisweek.com
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As the B.C. Liberal leadership race approaches its end, Todd Stone is happy to be in the crosshairs. “I must be doing something right when the NDP are throwing everything but the kitchen sink at me and four of my leadership competitors are doing the same,” the Kamloops-South Thompson MLA and B.C. Liberal leadership hopeful told KTW on Thursday, the first of three days of phone and online voting. “I think their numbers tell us the same story that our numbers tell us, which is that since the debate last Tuesday, our campaign has steadily gained momentum and is strongly positioned to win this thing,” Stone said. He will learn Saturday night whether his prediction is correct. Other leadership hopefuls include former Liberal cabinet ministers Mike de Jong and Andrew Wilkinson, former Surrey mayor and Conservative MP Diane Watts and MLAs Sam Sullivan and Michael Lee. Voting members will use a preferential ballot, in which they rank as many or as few candidates as they wish. Candidates must also earn geo-
graphical support across the province, with each riding assigned 100 points, which will be distributed to candidates based on their performances in each riding. The final days of the campaign have been filled with controversy for Stone concerning his handling of ICBC during his days as minister of transportation and with his campaign’s membership sign-ups. Earlier this week, workers with the campaigns of four of his rivals — Wilkinson, Watts, Lee and de Jong — claimed in a letter there had been irregularities in the Stone campaign’s new membership sign-ups and demanded a full accounting of any deliberations from party executive. In a statement, the party said a “significant number” of applications were rejected from each campaign, but would not comment on Stone specifically. Stone said allegations of improper sign-ups are untrue and a sign his competitors are worried about their own chances. “I chalk this allegation up to desperation on the part of the other candidates,” he said. See STONE, A5
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Barriere got its name around 1828, when an early mapper noted rocks in the river at that site were an impediment to navigation. — Kamloops Museum & Archives Twin Rivers Education Centre Grade 11 earth science student Alexis Towle (left) chats with principal Kent Brewer on Thursday at the North Shore school. Brewer is one of 40 school leaders named by the Learning Partnership. The annual Top 40 list highlights principals who demonstrate leadership, innovation and vision, each of whom must be nominated by teachers and parents and endorsed by the district. Three B.C. educators were named this year. DAVE EAGLES/KTW
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A Kamloops principal has been named one of the country’s best for his work with School District 73’s alternate and adult education programs. Kent Brewer, principal at Twin Rivers Education Centre, is one of 40 school leaders named by the Learning Partnership. The annual Top 40 list highlights principals who demonstrate leadership, innovation and vision, each of whom must be nominated by teachers and parents and endorsed by the district. Three B.C. educators were named this year. “When I was first nominated, I was overwhelmed that my colleagues would think that much of me to put the nomination forward,� Brewer said. “And when I found out I had won, it was really just a moment of reflection for the great people I work with in a great district.� Brewer has been at Twin Rivers for eight years and was previously head of Logan Lake secondary. While he describes both experiences as rewarding, Brewer said they’re also quite different. Whereas Logan Lake was a traditional smalltown school, Twin Rivers offers 13 programs
across nine sites within the district for both adult and school-aged learners. Adult programs in Kamloops include schooling at Crossroads Inn, New Life Community Kamloops and Kamloops Regional Correction Centre, as well as Street School, which operates in the Northills Shopping Centre. School-age programs under Brewer’s leadership include Four Directors secondary, which teaches curriculum with an Indigenous lens, alternate schooling and a program for expectant mothers and those with young children. About 1,000 students attend Twin Rivers programs each year. Brewer said he’s had a longtime interest in working with students who don’t follow a traditional education path. When pursuing his master’s degree in the 1990s, it was correctional education that caught his focus. “I guess supporting the underdog has just always been my passion,� he said. “And we have great schools in this district, but that traditional school just doesn’t fit for every student.� The centre also works with about 40 partner agencies, such as the United Way, to provide support services for students. It’s one aspect of the program that caught the eye of Learning Partnership’s selection com-
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Snow and Ice Control on Municipal Properties First priority public properties that are maintained by Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services crews are cleared of snow and ice between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm during the winter season (approximately October 15 to April 15) whenever snow accumulation exceeds 2.5 cm (1") or when ice conditions are observed or reported on walkways, entranceways, stairs, and fire exits. Parking lots are cleared when snow accumulation exceeds 7.6 cm (3"). Snow and ice control may not be performed more than one time per day, even though snow conditions persist. See Council Policy No. PRS-13 for a list of priority properties. Visit kamloops.ca/snowremoval for more information.
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Marie-Claude Landry, head of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, visited the Kamloops Indian Residential School on Thursday, where she spoke with survivors Shirley David and Mike Arnouse. Turn to page A12 for more on Landry’s visit to the city. DAVE EAGLES/KTW
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Stone said his campaign, along with Watts’ and Lee’s, were responsible for about 24,000 new members, with about a third of those members (roughly 8,000 people) backing each camp. The party announced it had about doubled membership to about 60,000 people during the campaign, which began after former premier Christy Clark resigned in August. Unlike the de Jong and Wilkinson campaigns, which have urged supporters to put the other as a second choice, Stone is leaving it to his backers to rank the other candidates on their own. On the ICBC front, Stone has
taken heat over the deletion of recommendations from a consultant’s report by Ernst and Young to remedy the corporation’s financial troubles. Stone pointed to the Treasury Board, chaired by de Jong, for the deletions, but said they were routine. “As a group, Treasury Board is responsible for all financial decisions in the province, so Treasury Board saw fit to remove a few items from that draft report,” Stone said. “This is really standard. This happens all the time.” De Jong told the Vancouver Sun that the board saw the recommendations as a move toward a no-fault insurance model the Liberals were not interested in making.
Stone has not fully rule out nofault insurance, which is common in other provinces and places limits on damage payouts and the right to sue, but said it would require a broader conversation across B.C. “Moving away from the current model to a no-fault model is a fundamental change,” he said. Should he become the party’s leader on Saturday, Stone said he will credit a positive campaign with a focus on increasing the party’s diversity. But he noted a little controversy in the final stretch may not have hurt, “Things can get pretty tense and sparks may fly, but everyone’s talking about Todd Stone right now,” he said.
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A Kamloops city councillor said he wants to ensure the city can stay on top of complaints in the West Victoria Street and North Shore areas as it looks to bring two new affordablehousing projects to those neighbourhoods before the end of the year. KTW previously reported that business owners and residents near the proposed housing sites raised concerns at open houses about drug-related activities, needles and petty crime. Singh attended those open houses last week and said he wants to see the city become more responsive.
“We need to work with these people,” he said. “If there’s impact from these sites, anything we do down the road is going to be compromised … we’ve lost social housing in the past because of pushback.” The provincial government announced in January it will fund construction of two 52-unit affordable-rental buildings at 259 Victoria St. W. and 317 Tranquille Rd. Both projects will include round-the-clock staffing and offer support services designed to help residents transition out of homelessness. The modular buildings are expected to be operational by fall. Singh said the city should consider putting more resources
into its homelessness response to ensure people with complaints can get as response back quickly. Singh said the city also needs to check in again with Interior Health about whether the health authority is meeting its commitments around its mobile supervised drug use site, noting North Shore residents have reported an increase in drug dealing and discarded needles since it began half-day operations in the Tranquille Market. Singh said it’s not clear whether other support services and management promised with the mobile RV unit have materialized. “From a sharps perspective, I don’t think it’s happened,” he said.
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Lyme disease is caused by a type of bacteria spread by ticks. A common early sign of the disease is a reddening of the skin, which spreads outward from the bite about a week later. Kilgallen said Kamloopsians should
also be aware of early treatments available following a tick bite, which can prevent the longer-term effects of the disease, such as nerve pain and mobility or sensory loss in the lower limbs, which can increase in severity the longer the infection is left undiagnosed. Jeff Putnam, the city’s manager of parks and civic facilities, said staff do post some tick-related signs in the city parks, but will look at adding more information in Kamloops’ nature parks as warmer weather approaches.
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Of the 15 B.C. communities with the most suspected overdose deaths in 2017, only Kamloops saw fewer such deaths last year than in 2016. According to data released on Wednesday by the BC Coroners Service, there were 39 suspected overdose deaths in Kamloops in 2017, compared to 44 deaths in the city in 2016. Every other community with significant overdose-death numbers recorded more deaths in 2017 than they did in 2016, from Vancouver at the top of the list (358 in 2017/234 in 2016) to New Westminster in the No. 15 position (22 in 2017/10 in 2016). In B.C., Kamloops recorded the eighth-most suspected overdose deaths in 2017, behind Burnaby (41), Abbotsford (49), Nanaimo (51), Kelowna (75), Victoria (91), Surrey (174) and Vancouver (358). Provincially, more than 1,400 British Columbians died due to suspected illicit drug overdoses in 2017. Preliminary data indicate there were 1,422 suspected drug overdose deaths in 2017, representing a 43 per cent increase from 2016, when there were 993 overdose deaths. However, there were far fewer such deaths in the last third of 2017 (an average of 96.5 deaths per month from September to December) compared to the first
eight months of the year (an average of 129.5 deaths per month). According to preliminary data, a total of 103 suspected drug overdose deaths occurred in November 2017, down from 140 in November 2016, and a total of 99 suspected drug overdose deaths occurred in December 2017, down from 164 in December 2016. The 2017 totals will likely increase as additional analysis is completed. “Despite cautious optimism that deaths have not increased in the last four months, we cannot be complacent,” said Dr. Patricia Daly, executive director and clinical lead for the B.C. Overdose Emergency Response Centre and chief medical health officer for Vancouver Coastal Health. She said the provincial overdose emergency response centre will support communities to intensify strategies that prevent overdose deaths — such as Naloxone distribution, drug-checking services and outreach teams to connect people to treatment. Of all suspected overdose deaths in Kamloops last year, 31 were fentanyl-related. That is same number of fentanyl-related deaths in the city in 2016. The number of such deaths in Kamloops before 2016 plummeted, to three in 2015, two in 2014, one in 2013 and none in 2012. Of the 1,422 suspected drug overdose deaths provincially in 2017, 1,156 (81 per cent) involved fentanyl. This is a 73 per cent increase over the number of
fentanyl-detected deaths (670) recorded in 2016. The majority of deaths continue to occur in private residences. FAST FACTS: • More suspected overdose deaths occurred during the five days following income-assistance payments than in all other days of the month in 2017, with an average of six deaths per day; • Among all health authorities, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority has the highest rate of overdose deaths at 35.9 deaths per 100,000 individuals and experienced the largest increase in rate in 2017, at 50 per cent more than 2016; • More than half of the 2017 overdose deaths involved people between the ages of 30 and 49 years. Those ages 19 to 59 years accounted for 90 per cent of overdose deaths; • Approximately four out of five who died in 2017 were male; • Almost nine out of every 10 deaths in 2017 occurred indoors, including more than half in private residences; • The rate of illicit drug overdose deaths increased for the second consecutive year by approximately nine deaths per 100,000 to reach 30 deaths per 100,000 in 2017; • No deaths occurred at a supervised drug-use site (Kamloops has a retrofitted RV that parks at two locations in Kamloops).
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n Canada, we pride ourselves in not being a part of the rampant tribalism and racist attitudes that are increasingly being displayed by a segment of the American population. We can be a bit smug about our culture of acceptance and inclusion of minorities, but it’s a dangerous assumption. We need only review how Indigenous people have been and still are treated by non-native residents. As Black History month begins, we’d do well to recall that there is always work to do in stamping out all forms of racism and working to create equality for all. Kamloops is as good a place as any other to lead that charge, considering John Freemont Smith became the second black councillor elected in B.C. when he joined council in 1902. Smith famously referred to himself as the first white man to explore the remote regions of the Thompson Valley — by that he meant he was the first person of non-First Nations descent to travel the region. Racism is a complex issue and a single cure for the fear, ignorance and hatred embodied in that term has yet to be found. But we can all do little things, something as simple as taking the time to talk to others, specifically those of a different ethnicity. Learn all about them because only through learning can ignorance and all that comes with it be tossed aside. And don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you don’t realize not all black Canadians’ descendants came from Africa, a continent as diverse and varied in culture, language, history and heritage as any on the planet, you should seek to capture that knowledge. There’s no shame in not knowing, but there is in letting ignorance breed discrimination. Make Black History Month a time to start to learn about other cultures and people and extend your knowledge about the broad tapestry that is our nation’s population.
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hen the political landscape changes, it changes fast. On July 27, the B.C. Liberal Party was one case of a bad flu away from trying to regain power. But in less than 24 hours, former premier Christy Clark was gone, both as leader and as MLA. Within five weeks, the race was on to find a successor, but there was one more tectonic shift to come. Less than two weeks later, Darryl Plecas, Liberal MLA for Abbotsford South — became Speaker of the Legislature. The B.C. NDP had secured the legislative equivalent of a flu vaccine. The Liberals, however, may have missed seeing the gift horse in the mouth. A race only two weeks old — without a single official candidate — could have easily been postponed to give the party a chance to take stock and would-be candidates an opportunity to reflect on their chances. Instead, Plecas became the target of the Liberal’s wrath. It has left party members with a field of six candidates, from which they will need to factor in which comes with the least carryon baggage. Vancouver-False Creek MLA Sam Sullivan has baggage aplenty from his one-term as mayor of Vancouver, but he is perceived by observers as being at the back of the pack, so he gets to be this contest’s ideas man. Former advanced education minister Andrew Wilkinson may be the only one of Clark’s ministers to have been publicly taken to the woodshed by auditor general Carol Bellringer for his claim
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POLITICS that she had signed off on the B.C. government’s $20.5-million pre-election advertising blitz. Less well known, however, is his constituency office ad spending. Wilkinson “topped the list of all 85 MLAs in advertising expenses for 2016/2017: $58,692 out of a constituency office budget of $120,482,” as Vancouver journalist Bob Mackin reported in August. Dianne Watts is the only one of the six without a seat in the legislature, Watts’ carry-on baggage centres around a reputation for enjoying the entitlements that come with public office: business class airfares, “office supplies” made out of quartz and what came to be known as the Watts Mahal, Surrey’s new $150-million city hall that ended up mired in cost overruns and lawsuits. Then there’s Mike de Jong, leadership aspirant for the second time. In 2010 as solicitor general, de Jong — who, as finance minister, always appeared in a welllaundered shirt and tie — claimed to have been troubled over links between organized crime and casinos in the province, stating: “If some of these early reports are true, yes, it’s troubling.”
So troubled, in fact, he did little about it — either as solicitor general or later as finance minister — as the Vancouver Sun’s Sam Cooper has documented in recent weeks. Former transportation minister Todd Stone is trying to juggle three pieces of carry-on baggage: the MV Nimpkish ferry affair, the triple delete scandal and the fiasco at ICBC. To be fair to Stone, he’s not alone in responsibility for the mess at ICBC, despite the best efforts of two of his former cabinet colleagues — Wilkinson and de Jong — to try to hang it on him. Stone may have been the skipper at the time ICBC went aground, but they were his first mates. His day may yet come, but Stone may want to hope that it’s not this weekend. Michael Lee is the lone candidate without baggage from the last 16 years, notwithstanding a few miscues in his campaign, such as choosing to respond to a questionnaire from anti-abortion group Right Now. Or was it strategic messaging? With key political strategist Mark Marissen in his corner, it may not have been a miscue. The answer to that and other B.C. Liberal leadership questions will be revealed this weekend, upon completion of counting of the votes. The next election will answer the bigger question: When Plecas became Speaker, should the Liberals have put off until tomorrow what they chose to do today? Dermod Travis is the executive director of IntegrityBC. integritybc.ca
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Editor: Once again, we see the duplicity of the former B.C. Liberal government in the recent announcement that ICBC is $1.4 billion in debt. The debt is a result of it having been bled to near death by former premier Christy Clark, former transportation minister Todd Stone and former finance
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minister Mike De Jong in their scandalous effort to assure voters that the budget was balanced and that the books were in good shape. As a result of this mismanagement and siphoning of public money into general revenue, the insurance corporation is now in a position where it may have to hike its annual rates by
an average of $400. All of them are, of course, in denial, with one MLA even trying to blame the NDP, with the accusation the current government has been in power for seven months and hasn’t done anything about the problem. Such a deflection is being done in the hope no one will remember the previous 16 years
during which the B.C. Liberals were in power. I do not envy Attorney General David Eby, but I certainly will not blame him for any rate increases in the coming year. That blame rests squarely on the shoulders of the B.C. Liberals. Paul Gotro Kamloops
WHAT HAPPENED TO THE GOOD WAYS OF THE PAST? Editor: It doesn’t feel like it was that long ago that things were so much simpler here in Kamloops and, as I remember them, better. I recall not hearing or seeing homelessness as an issue, drug problems were limited to the cost of buying munchies from smoking backyard-grown pot and it wasn’t a life goal to work for the city.
A teacher used to teach and be there when needed after hours — and there wasn’t an inservice day every three weeks or so. Your neighbour was your friend and you actually spent time with them and helped each other, firefighters were mostly volunteers and the police officers rarely ever had to draw their weapons. Backyard bonfires were com-
mon and there was free access to the river’s edge, rather than being restricted to using the parks we have now. City pride events meant watching the homemade rafts race each other down the river during Spoolmak Days and having mining jobs support the city economy was a good thing. City council was the boss presiding over a handful of managers and kept things
simple as it focused on running the town: road repair, snow clearing, water/sewer/storm maintenance and catching the occasional stray dog. I know change comes with city growth in volume and diversity, but there is a lot to be said for the simpler way of life some of us in Kamloops used to enjoy. Trevor McGrath Kamloops
NOTLEY OFF-BASE WITH OPPOSITION TO NDP PLAN Editor: I am a fan of Alberta Premier Rachel Notley. I like her courage and her priorities. However, I think she is veering off in a faulty direction with her reaction to the B.C. NDP plan to insist on cleanup protocols and financing being in place before fuel is sent, in any form, across the province. Isn’t rapid, complete and safe spill man-
agement in everyone’s best interests everywhere? Isn’t this an opportunity for everyone to raise the bar on how our environment is protected? We all know that during the period while we develop alternatives, we need some oil extraction for airplanes and other things. But for goodness sake, let’s bump up our
environmental protection at the same time. Let’s work together on this. Let’s develop a new generation of tools to keep our land pristine while we bridge ourselves through to cleaner energy. For the sake of future generations, we all want to get to the same place. Margaret Archibald Kamloops
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“There are a lot of us who have never had a claim against ICBC. I really hope they go easy on us and really nail the bad drivers.” — posted by Poleman “It is estimated the B.C. Liberals have siphoned off about a billion dollars over the years from ICBC in order to benefit the richest of the province, who have also been their donors. If they hadn’t done that, how much would ICBC be in the hole again?” — posted by JP Winston
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This drawing of the General Lee, a car from the popular TV show The Dukes of Hazzard (1979-1985), has been hanging on a wall at South Kamloops secondary for a number of years, Last month, a student wrote BLM (Black Lives Matter) over top the Confederate flag on the roof of the car. Another student then erased the BLM etched into the painting. The debate over the initial student’s actions continues.
was surprised by the backlash. “A lot of people were upset by it and they had a bunch of different reasons,” she said. “I don’t know what the real reason is. I don’t think a lot of it is pure racism. A lot of it is ignorance on the topic.” The discussion in Kamloops is timely. The Confederate flag was never the official flag of the Confederacy, but was the battle flag of Gen. Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia, the predominant force of the South as it fought North in the U.S. Civil War from 1861 to 1865. In recent years, the flag has been removed from various government buildings and from within state flags, with Mississippi the lone state to retain the image in its flag. Earlier this week in Canada, a statue of Edward Cornwallis was removed from a Halifax park after council voted to temporarily place the bronze figure in storage until a decision is made on its long-term fate. Cornwallis is praised by some as a leader who founded Halifax, but by others as a man who exterminated Mi’kmaq inhabitants. Similar controversy
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has arisen from buildings named after John A. Macdonald and Egerton Ryerson. Thompson Rivers University journalism professor Charles Hayes, who hails from the United States, said the issue is complicated. “We need to always revisit history and say, ‘Are we drawing useful lessons from it or are we celebrating a time when people thought a certain way?” he said. Kirschner called the incident a “reflection of the times. “The takeaway as a principal, here, is how we use this as a teachable moment,” he said. The painting remained on the school wall earlier this week, with white paint thinly covering the still-visible Confederate flag. Kirschner said the artwork won’t be there for long. “The artist in question has respectfully asked for that to be returned to him,” he said. Asked if it would have been removed had the student not requested it be returned, Kirschner said the decision would have been made as a school. — with a file from Canadian Press
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I think it needs to be made clear that the City of Kamloops did not bid on this event or pursue it in any way.
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prefer a small snippet of what the movie is about and how it will make me feel. Even a cliffhanger would be awesome. The same can be said for a dating profile. Regardless of what people send me, I eventually meet everyone in person. I love learning about people and it’s always refreshing getting to know more about them after I read their profile. I become a little like their agent as I seek a partner for them. I ask people to send me ageoccupation-hobbies-qualities in a partner they feel are important. I also ask for deal breakers. It is always preferable when clients add unique specifics. For example, I had two people who listed their top hobby as craft beer tasting. So, even if those two didn’t have romantic chemistry, they certainly found a new beer buddy. I had another two people who said they love Music in the Park and would
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McKenzie said Cycling Canada has since changed how it handles sponsorships, with only a small subsidy from the sale of naming rights and presenting sponsors going to the event organizing committee. “This places more emphasis on the organizing committee to seek financial and inkind support from the host city,” he said. “The understanding is that city’s and local businesses will benefit from hosting national level events, through hotel room-nights, people eating out in restaurants and exposure to a national audience through event coverage and marketing.” Organizers will now work with the team behind the annual Grand Prix Cycliste de Saguenay, which had already been cancelled for 2018 due to outside circumstances.
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love someone to share it with. The risky areas, of course, are religion and politics. I wrote a column last year entitled Faith, which you can find on my website under the Blog link. I highly suggest re-reading that column because the answer is so easy on that topic. First dates are not the best platform to discuss politics (unless you both voted for Todd Stone yesterday). It’s important to remember that controversial topics should be left on the back burner for a few dates. Once you get to know and like each other, and have built up a mutual level of respect, it’s easier to accept having different opinions and it doesn’t seem as important anymore. I speak from experience. Last summer at Hot Nite in the City, I ran into a couple I had set up. They were admiring the classic cars while I was admiring what a great match they made. Earlier this week, I saw a couple I set up out running together; another couple I introduced hiked the West Coast Trail together. I was recently volunteering at the Kamloops Film Society and saw a couple I had matched attending the movie. Of course, I waited for the trailers to be finished before taking my seat. If you are single, happy and want to share some good times with a new partner, contact me by email at holmes@wheretheheartis.ca. I will draw for a $50 gift certificate from Save-On-Foods so you can grab some goodies for the big game this Sunday.
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Kamloops Sports Council to see if it could help make the event happen, but was not able to come to a satisfactory resolution. “I think it needs to be made clear that the City of Kamloops did not bid on this event or pursue it in any way. This was an event that was brought to the city by an event organizer to see if they could do it here in Kamloops,” added KSC executive member Henry Pejril. “I did try on numerous occasions to get budget information from them to try to determine what could be offset using local resources, but they weren’t very forthcoming.” Smith said Kamloops previously hosted the event around 2004, but at that time organizers had a title sponsorship deal with Tim Hortons which covered many of the event costs.
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KTW FILE PHOTO Kamloops RCMP Const. James Anderson directs traffic on Tuesday after a bomb was found at Dallas and Viking drives.
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Police say a number of homemade bombs found in east Kamloops in recent weeks are being examined by forensic investigators and results — including whether the devices are connected to each other — are not expected for a matter of months. On Tuesday morning, emergency crews were called to an area near the corner of Dallas Drive and Viking Drive after pedestrians spotted what appeared to be a homemade explosive device. A police bomb squad was called in from Vancouver to safely detonate the device. Three homemade bombs
were found by Mounties executing a search warrant at a home on Badger Drive in Campbell Creek on Jan. 17. The same Lower Mainland bomb squad was called in to deal with those devices. On Dec. 13, a homemade bomb was set off just after 7 a.m. on the shoulder of Dallas Drive between Hook Road and Sonora Road. That blast resulted in smoke and a small fire. The device was seized by police. Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said all of the devices are being examined by investigators. “At this point, everything has been given to forensics and that takes a while,” she said. “We have nothing on their composition or their strength or if any of them are associated to each
other or not.” Shelkie acknowledged the situation is not something commonly seen by police. “It is out of the norm, but then again things happen out of the norm for police all the time,” she said. “At this time, it’s hard to say if these three incidents are coincidental and out of the norm or if they are connected to each other.” According to Shelkie, the internet has made it easy for people to access instructions for how to build an explosive device. She said she does not expect results from forensics for a period of months. “Right now, until we hear back from forensics, it’s really just under investigation,” she said.
Sagmoen facing new charges TIM PETRUK
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A Shuswap-area man with ties to a rural property on which police found the remains of a missing woman is facing three new charges alleging he assaulted sex-trade workers. Curtis Wayne
Sagmoen, 37, was charged on Wednesday with one count each of assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon and assault stemming from alleged incidents in July and August. RCMP Cpl. Dan Moskaluk said the charges involve two victims, both of whom had been working in the sex
trade, advertising their services on websites backpage.ca and backpage.com. Moskaluk said the incidents are alleged to have taken place near 2290 Salmon River Rd. in Silver Creek, a property that was the site of a large-scale RCMP search beginning last October. The search turned
up the remains of Traci Genereaux, 18, who had been missing since May. Sagmoen has been in custody since late last summer on charges alleging he threatened a woman with a firearm. He is expected to make his first appearance on the new charges in Vernon provincial court on Feb. 19.
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A B.C. Supreme Court judge began this week to listen to 17 hours of recorded audio and video of a Kamloops man’s interactions with police before and after his arrest nearly two years ago following the stabbing death of his nephew. Gordon Camille, 67, is facing one count of manslaughter in connection with the Jan. 26, 2016, death of 49-year-old Dennis Adolph. The two men had been living as roommates in 4 Seasons
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Motel in Valleyview prior to Adolph’s death. Defence lawyer Ken Walker is arguing Camille’s Charter rights were violated by police after his arrest on Feb. 5, 2016 — the rights to remain silent and to access legal counsel. If Walker is successful, the Crown will not be able to use some or all of the recordings — major elements of the case against Camille — when his trial begins next month. The interviews culminate in a confession, court has heard. In audio recordings played in court on Wednesday, Camille could be heard telling police he would not speak to them. On some of those occasions, officers changed the subject and began asking Camille about his arthritis or whether he was hungry. “I’ve got nothing to say,” he told an investigator on the night of
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his arrest after speaking by phone to a legal-aid lawyer. The next morning, Camille was led into an interview room by two plainclothes Mounties. “Are you a lawyer?” he asked one officer, RCMP Cpl. Tyler Bell, a short time after entering the room. “No, I’m one of the police officers,” Bell replied. “I just wanted to check and see how you are doing. Have you had something to eat?” Camille did not immediately address the
question about food. “I thought a lawyer was coming,” he told Bell, who later gave Camille a breakfast sandwich and a coffee. Later in the day, police provided the accused with McDonald’s food for lunch. Bell also gave Camille, whose hearing is impaired, a pair of hearing aids. In another audio clip played in court, an RCMP corporal can be heard later the same day asking Camille whether he was hungry while escorting him to the washroom during a break in more than six hours of questioning from investigators. Camille said no. “It’s just the pressure,” he said. “I lost my appetite.” Court has previously heard Adolph was found shirtless on the floor of his room at the motel with a single stab wound to the stomach and that Camille alerted the motel manager
to call police. When emergency crews responded, Camille was standing just outside the room. He spoke with police at the scene and told them he and Adolph, his nephew, had been living together in the room for a short time prior to the incident. Camille told firefighters at the scene that Adolph had been out and was in a fight, coming home favouring his side. In an interview with police the day of Adolph’s death, Camille denied having anything to do with it. Camille has been in custody since his arrest. He was initially charged with second-degree murder, but that charge was later reduced. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Heather Holmes is expected to make a ruling on the evidence before Camille’s judgealone trial, which is scheduled to begin on Feb. 19.
The woman suspected of passing fake US$50 bills is white and stands about five-foot-six. A week ago, she had blond and blue hair, but a few days ago, she was sporting black hair and was wearing glasses. She carries a distinctive black handbag that has silver studs or grommets on one side.
Can you ID this chameleon? Kamloops Mounties are looking for a chameleon-like crook who changes her appearance while passing off phoney US$50 bills. In the past week, Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said, three businesses in Kamloops told police that a woman has used counterfeit $50 US bills to purchase items. The woman is white and stands about five-foot-six. A
week ago, she had blond and blue hair, but a few days ago, she was sporting black hair and was wearing glasses. She carries a distinctive black handbag that has silver studs or grommets on one side. Shelkie said police are reminding all businesses to review counterfeit detection techniques with their employees (information can be found
on the Bank of Canada website under Counterfeit Prevention). “As well, let employees know it is within their right to refuse any cash payment if they suspect it might be counterfeit,” Shelkie said. Anybody with information on the suspect’s identify is asked to call Kamloops RCMP at 250-8283000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477.
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Teams created to fight OD crisis Kamloops will be one of 18 B.C. communities to get community action teams and dedicated funding as part of provincial government’s latest plans to fight the overdose crisis. The BC Coroners Service announced this week that 2017 was the deadliest year ever for overdose deaths in the province, with 1,422 such deaths recorded. Kamloops experienced a decline, registering 39 suspected overdose deaths last year, compared to 44 in 2016. Community action teams will intervene quickly to save lives and support people at risk of overdose. Other initiatives may include supports such as treatment and housing for people at risk of overdose. The 18 communities will each receive up to $100,000 in one-time funding, while another $6 million in dedicated funding will be available for all the communities in each of three fiscal years, beginning with 2017-2018. Community action teams will include representation from a multitude of agencies. The teams will focus on four areas of action to save lives and help people get treatment: • expanding community-based harm-reduction services; • increasing the availability of Naloxone; • addressing the unsafe drug supply through expanded drug-checking services and increasing connections to addiction-treatment medications; • Supporting people at risk of overdose by intervening early to provide services like treatment and housing.
Sex offender to be sentenced in April A former police officer and volunteer youth sports coach who sexually assaulted a number of teenaged boys in the 1970s and 1980s will learn his fate in April. Alan Davidson was found guilty last year of five charges following a trial on seven counts of indecent assault. Now 62, Davidson was an auxiliary RCMP member and a volunteer coach for kids’ hockey and baseball teams in the Clearwater area when the offences took place. He later became a full-fledged Mountie and was working as a deputy sheriff in Alberta when he was arrested in 2014.
Each of Davidson’s victims was a teenaged boy over whom he held some level of authority. One of the victims described Davidson as “a mentor.” Davidson is undergoing psychiatric testing for a report to be used at sentencing, which is scheduled to begin on April 6. Davidson is also facing three unrelated charges of sexual assault in Saskatchewan. Police there have said the alleged offences, also involving teenaged boys, occurred between 1987 and 1991, while Davidson was employed as an RCMP officer.
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SERVING KAMLOOPS for 30 YEARS August 28, 1988 marked the first edition of Kamloops This Week, when we began telling stories from within the community. To celebrate our anniversary, we’d like to hear yours.
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THE DEBATE OVER WHETHER TO INVEST in a Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) or a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) comes up every year. Both are excellent tools that allow you to shelter investments from taxes, and both have their place in a well-defined financial plan. Here are some factors to an consider you decide which type of account Should I contribute to a TFSA, RRSP, oras both? to save in.the best approach. Determining
to contribute to your TFSA now and accumulate RRSP room to be used later, when you’re in a higher tax bracket and can optimize the advantage of the tax benefits.
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Registered Retirementand Saving Plan the contributions investment earnings are taxable upon withdrawal, TALK TO YOUR ADVISOR RRSPs are generally used for saving for retirement. Contributions are tax-deductible and but the idea is that these withdrawals will happen after retirement, investments grow tax-free within the account. Both the contributions and investment earnings areWhether to save in a TFSA, an RRSP or both may depend on your when upon yourwithdrawal, income and taxidea rateis that are these expected to bewill lower than taxable but the withdrawals happen afterwhen retirement, you contributed. are included income andcontributed. affect Withdrawalssavings needs, your eligibility for income-tested benefits, and your when your income andWithdrawals tax rate are expected to be lowerinthan when you current and expected future financial situation and income level. 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Amounts withdrawn from a TFSA TAX-FREE SAVINGS ACCOUNT are not subject to tax and will not affect eligibility for federal income-tested benefits and tax TFSAsWithdrawals can be used to save retirement shorter-term credits. are added backfor to both your available TFSAand contribution room inneeds. the following calendar year, so there is very little downside tobut using TFSA savings for mid-sized Contributions are not tax-deductible, investments grow tax-freeto large purchases. inside the account. Amounts withdrawn from a TFSA are not subject Which rightwill for you? to taxisand not affect eligibility for federal income-tested benefits Lower income and tax credits. Withdrawals are added back to your available TFSA If you are in a low income tax bracket (for example, if you are a student or are on maternity contribution inmay thebefollowing calendarthan year, sointhere is very little tax leave), saving inroom a TFSA more advantageous saving an RRSP. The RRSP downside to significant, using TFSA forinmid-sized largewhen purchases. savings are less andsavings you may be a higher taxto bracket you make withdrawals. Middle income WHICH RIGHT YOU? If you are in aIS middle incomeFOR tax bracket, there may not be a clear advantage to using one plan over the other.INCOME One strategy would be to contribute to your TFSA now and accumulate RRSP LOWER room be used you’retax in abracket higher tax(for bracket and can optimize the advantage of the If youto are in alater, lowwhen income example, if you are a tax benefits. student or are on maternity leave), saving in a TFSA may be more Higher income advantageous than saving in an RRSP. The RRSP tax savings are less If you are in a high tax bracket, you may want to consider using both types of plans. An RRSP significant, you maycurrent be intax a rate higher tax than bracket whenit you may be a betterand option if your is higher you expect to be make when you withdrawals. withdraw your savings. You’ll benefit from a tax deduction when you make your contribution, and withdrawals will be taxed at your lower future rate. You can also use the refund from your MIDDLE INCOME RRSP contribution to fund your TFSA. If you are advisor in a middle income tax bracket, there may not be a clear Talk to your Whether to save a TFSA, an plan RRSPover or both may depend on your savingswould needs, your advantage toinusing one the other. One strategy be eligibility for income-tested benefits, and your current and expected future financial situation and income level. Your advisor can help determine the best tax-advantaged investment strategy to help you achieve your goals. COMPARISON OF OPTIONS SAVINGS OPTIONS COMPARISON OF SAVINGS Registered Retirement Tax-Free Savings Account Savings Plan Minimum age to own No Yes – age 18 Yes – end of year you turn Maximum age to own No age 71 18% of your earned income from the previous year, up to Dollar amount per year, Annual Contribution Limit a maximum amount (adjusted indexed to inflation for certain pension amounts) Carry-forward of unused Yes Yes contribution room Tax-deductible contribution Yes No Yes – on excess at monthYes – on the highest amount Monthly penalty on excess end. If excess is removed by of excess at any time during contributions the end of the month, penalty the month will not apply for that month A variety of investments, A variety of investments, such as stocks, bonds, GICs, such as stocks, bonds, GICs, Investment Options mutual funds, segregated mutual funds, segregated fund contracts, cash fund contracts, cash Tax-deferred/tax-free Yes Yes Yes –– tax-deferred tax-deferred Yes –– tax-free tax-free investment investment growth growth No No –– tax-free, tax-free, except except for for Taxable Yes growth Taxable on on withdrawal withdrawal Yes –– fully fully taxable taxable growth after after death death if if no no successor successor holder holder Withdrawals Yes –– but not until Withdrawals added added to to Yes but not until the the No No contribution following contribution room room following calendar calendar year year Withdrawals Withdrawals affect affect federal federal Yes No income-tested income-tested benefits benefits and and Yes No tax tax credits credits Yes Yes –– if if successor successor holder. holder. Tax-deferred/tax-free Tax-deferred/tax-free transfer transfer Yes Otherwise, Yes Otherwise, value value at at date date of of to spouse on death to spouse on death death death Tax-deferred/tax-free Yes Tax-deferred/tax-free transfer transfer No No –– fully fully taxable taxable unless unless Yes –– only only investment investment income income to after to second second generation generation on on death death financially financially dependent dependent after date date of of death death is is taxable taxable
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blanket of fog cloaks the Pacific in a mystical veil and permeates the palms that line the sandy beach boulevard. As soon as the morning mist dissipates, the distant powder playground will become a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts and bikini-clad sun worshippers. Surfers and sailors will skim the oncoming waves, while fishermen search for habitants beneath. And, while volleyballs rally over sugar fine sand, the paralleling pathway will become a thoroughfare for cyclists, inline skaters and those out for a casual stroll. Santa Barbara’s scalloped coastline is just one of the many splendid vistas offered from the lookout tower of the city’s courthouse. In fact, from this heaven-bound podium, I’m privy to a 360-degree view that focuses in on the many tourist treasures. Pearl Chase Park is one of these gems. This luscious greenbelt is sandwiched between Cabrillo Boulevard and the pounding Pacific and every Sunday beneath swaying palms, the verdant strip becomes a bus-
MARK WEBER PHOTO Soak up the sunshine over an espresso and meal on State Street (above) before venturing out to experience the Roman and Spanish mission styles of the twin-towered Mission Santa Barbara (below) during your stay in Santa Barbara.
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“The translation of Montecito is small mound,” he informs, “but ironically, you need large mounds to live there. So large that the locals call it Moneycito.” I discover that
actors Julia Roberts, John Travolta and Oprah are just a few of the superstars who have paid exorbitant taxes for their multmillion-dollar mansions there. Although the price of most homes doesn’t compare to those on Montecito’s turf, Santa Barbara is ranked one of the Top 10 most expensive American cities in which to live. Nestled between San Francisco and Los Angeles, it’s a destination that’s rich in diverse pleasures and attractions. As well as miles of sun-drenched shoreline, its alluring features include the Santa Ynez Mountains
backdrop, year-round sunshine and Spanish Colonial architecture that imbibes its colourful past. My view stretches east, to a historical hallmark that has been deemed ‘the soul of the city.’ The twin-towered Mission Santa Barbara proudly hovers on the hill, flaunting a combination of Roman and Spanish mission styles. It was founded in 1786 to protect and convert local Chumash Indians into Catholics and is still used by the Franciscan order today. Other cultural jewels integrate with the city’s modern-day gems though I enjoy viewing them from above, the 12-block Red Tile walking tour is a self-guided trek that later provides me with an up close, personal view. It trails by numerous heritage landmarks, including the Museum of Art, which boasts of the impressive works of German and French expressionists, Lobero Theater, where the Grand Opera Association shares its talent and El Presidio, which has existed on the premises since 1782. Bisecting this step back in time is the pulsating hub of State Street, where the modern-day bustle pumps like percolating adrenaline. Red tiles pave the way down this lush tree-lined lane to unite
upscale shops with a generous share of the town’s more than 500 restaurants and bars. Dining options range from informal to fine cuisine and mouth-watering specialties are paired with libations that flow from regional wineries. Sterns Warf provides a natural anchor at the end of this high-energy strip. In the 1930s, this popular pier had been used as a floating casino and during the Second World War it operated as a naval base. Today, it’s the oldest functioning wharf in California, hosting more than six-million visitors annually. The boardwalks are bordered by quaint shops, cozy cafes and intriguing markets that sell everything from souvenirs to sizzling shrimp. Gulls soar above, sea lions splash below and, when the clouds clear, the neighbouring sandy strip magically transforms into a beehive of activity. Santa Barbara is an energized city with sophistication, yet feels relaxed and laid back. By the end of my visit, I can truly relate to why it acquired its beloved moniker, the American Riviera. Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent newspaper syndicate. For more, go online to travelwriterstales.com
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‘Dark day’ after Russian Aung San Sun Kyi doping ban reversal and the Rohingya
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An international tribunal’s decision to overturn lifetime suspensions and reinstate results for 28 Russian athletes accused of doping is a low point for fair play in sport, says a Canadian athlete who stands to lose an Olympic bronze medal because of the decision. Calgary luger Sam Edney didn’t mince words on Thursday after learning about the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s ruling that sanctions against the athletes should be annulled and their individual results at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi be reinstated because of insufficient evidence. “Above anything else, this is a very very very dark day for the Olympics,’’ Edney said via Twitter. “AND, this is a very very very dark day for Clean Sport ... if there is such a thing anymore.’’ With just a week to go before the Pyeongchang Olympics, the 33-yearold Edney and teammates Alex Gough, Tristan Walker and Justin Snith are poised to lose what would have been Canada’s first Winter Games medal in luge. The Canadians finished fourth in the team event four years ago in Sochi but learned in December they would likely be upgraded after Russians Albert Demchenko and Tatiana Ivanova were stripped of their results by the International Olympic Committee and received lifetime bans due to doping accusations.
Afraid it may be “ the beginning of the end for Olympics ...” — SAM EDNEY Canadian Olympic athlete from Calgary
Both Russians had their suspensions reversed and results reinstated by CAS on Thursday. The IOC said it had taken note of the CAS decision “with satisfaction on the one hand and disappointment on the other’’ because of the impact it could have on the future fight against doping in sport. “Afraid it may be the beginning of the end for Olympics ... if the IOC rolls over on this one,’’ Edney tweeted. Eleven more Russians were ruled onThursday to have been guilty of doping but had the lifetime bans imposed by an IOC disciplinary panel two months ago cut to a ban only from the Pyeongchang Games. The Russian government vehemently denies ever supporting doping. Christiane Ayotte, director of the Montreal dope testing lab, said she was disappointed but not surprised at the court’s ruling. “Any athlete, including Russians, has the right after a positive test to appeal to the CAS,’’ she said. “The decision was based on evidence provided by the IOC.”
Bread price-fixing scandal puts focus on immunity program CANADIAN PRESS
CALGARY — The national bread pricefixing scandal has sparked heated debate over the Competition Bureau’s immunity program, with law enforcement experts defending the effectiveness of the practice and a government accountability critic arguing it lets offenders get away with crime. Bakery wholesaler George Weston Ltd. and subsidiary grocer Loblaw Companies Ltd. were granted immunity from prosecution in return for their co-operation in an investigation under a long-standing bureau program that grants freedom from sentencing to the first party in a cartel who volunteers to co-operate. According to court documents released on Wednesday, the bureau alleges senior officers at George Weston and rival Canada Bread Co. Ltd. communicated to raise prices in lockstep, then met with five national bread retailers, which agreed to implement the higher prices. The competition watchdog has said the program, created in 2000, offers “powerful incentives’’ for informants to come forward, adding it has proven to be one if its best weapons to combat criminal cartels.
Immunity provisions are growing in popularity with government regulators around the world because they are so successful, said Vancouver lawyer Tom Hakemi, noting he has taught about and acted in Competition Bureau and U.S. anti-trust cases. However, Duff Conacher, cofounder of Democracy Watch, said the Competition Bureau’s immunity program offers an offending company an escape route if it becomes aware that its violations are about to be exposed — for example, if a disgruntled employee threatens to do just that. The bureau’s cartels and deceptive marketing branch granted 82 parties immunity over 39 months from 2014 through to June 2017, according to a spokeswoman. In 2016, the most recent year for which data is available, fines for price-fixing and bid-rigging cases totalled $13.4 million, 98 per cent of which were initiated by an immunity applicant.
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obel Peace Prize winners sometimes go on to undistinguished later careers and some seem to have got the prize by mistake — Barack Obama, for example. But there has never before been a winner who went on to become a genocidal criminal. Aung San Suu Kyi, Burma’s elected leader, richly deserved the Nobel Peace Prize for her 30-year non-violent campaign (much of it spent under house arrest) to restore democracy in the country. Two years ago, when she finally became the de facto prime minister, her reputation was as high as that of Nelson Mandela. Hardly anybody had noticed an interview she gave in 2013, in which she said Buddhists in Rakhine province live in fear of “global Muslim power.” You know, the same global power that lets Muslims dominate the world’s refugee camps. (Muslims make up threequarters of the world’s refugees, although only one-quarter of the world’s population.) Back then, this was merely a bizarre remark and Suu Kyi was still a saint. The Muslims of Rakhine state, known as Rohingya, were having a hard time at the hands of the authorities, but it wasn’t her fault and there was no ethnic cleansing yet. There is now, however, and she is fully complicit in it. When at least 7,000 Rohingya have been murdered, thousands more have been raped and 700,000 have fled across the border into Bangladesh, leaving behind another half-million — of whom many are in “internment centres” (concentration camps) — you can legitimately call it ethnic cleansing. Or genocide if you want to get legalistic about it. The Burmese government claims the Rohingya are really illegal immigrants from Bangladesh. It even refuses to use the familiar word “Rohingya,” insisting on referring to them only as “Bengalis” or
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WATCH “Bengali terrorists.” That is a despicable lie. Rakhine state, between the Arakan mountains and the Indian Ocean, was a separate empire until the Burmese army came over the mountains and conquered it in the late 18th century. Most of its people spoke a dialect of Burmese, but a big minority spoke Rohingya, an Indo-Aryan language related to Bengali. The Rohingya have been in Rakhine at least since the 1660s. The fact they were Muslims posed no problem for the Buddhist kingdom of Arakan (Rakhine), which was heavily influenced by the Islamic sultanates of eastern India. The Burmese conquerors of Rakhine, and the British empire that followed, didn’t see the Rohingya as a problem. The independent Burmese republic founded in 1948 was different from the start. Only two-thirds of Burma’s 53-million people are Bamar (ethnic Burmese), but most of the other ethnic groups share the same Buddhist religion. Nation-building requires a common identity, so Buddhism got the emphasis — and the Rohingya, as Muslims, were automatically excluded. Bit by bit, the military regime that had seized power in 1962 took away the Rohingyas’ land rights, their civil rights and, in 1982, even their citizenship. They were redefined as illegal immigrants and the local Buddhist population launched occasional pogroms against them. The anti-Rohingya policy always played well with Bamar nationalists, who are obsessed with the alleged threat posed by Islam. Only four per cent of the coun-
try’s population is Muslim and only half the Muslims are Rohingya. It’s the one regime policy that is genuinely popular with most of the population, so the army resorts to it whenever it hits a rough patch. It’s losing power now, so it reflexively turns to the old remedy. Two years ago, you could still argue that a wobbly democratic government led by Suu Kyi had to pick its battles carefully. The Rohingya was one that it couldn’t win, so best avoid it and let the military have its way. But that was before it turned into a full-blown genocide last August. Tactical calculations of political advantage cannot justify mass murder and it has become clear Suu Kyi is willing to ignore mass murder if the victims are Muslims. Bill Richardson, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations who has known Suu Kyi for more than 30 years, is close to despair. “She’s changed,” he told CNN last week. “She’s become, unfortunately, a politician afraid of the military and afraid to make the tough decisions to resolve one of the worst humanitarian crises in history.” And (although Richardson didn’t say this) she also probably feels the same unjustified hatred and fear towards the Rohingyas, and Muslims in general, as the general population. Meanwhile, the 700,000 Rohingyas suffering in rudimentary refugee camps in Bangladesh have been told they can start going home next month, but people who have seen their villages razed and family members raped, shot or burned to death are a bit reluctant to trust the Burmese army. This is especially the case when they have no guarantee they won’t end up in grim detention centres back in Rakhine. Taking the Nobel Peace Prize back from Suu Kyi wouldn’t help matters in Rakhine at all, but it would do the standing of the prize a lot of good. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries. gwynnedyer.com
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rett Turcotte planned to return home for a deep breath after the X Games in Aspen. That won’t be happening. The 30-year-old Clearwater product won two gold medals at the Games, finishing first in a pair of snowmobiling events — speed and style last Thursday and freestyle on Friday. It would be folly not to strike while the iron is hot, with chips to use at the bargaining table with sponsors and event organizers. “I’m already looking forward to next year and scratching my head and figuring out where I want to take my career and how hard I want to push myself,” said Turcotte, who also placed fifth in the snow bike best-trick competition on Sunday. “I don’t think I can afford to sit on my hands at this point.” Sweet victory feels that much better for Turcotte, knowing where he was last summer, holed up in Royal Inland Hospital for nearly two weeks after a dirt-biking accident in Oliver left him with a broken tailbone and fractured foot. “I lost about 50 per cent of my blood,” said Turcotte, one of two athletes (Heath Frisby was the other) who competed in three disciplines at the X Games this year. “This has been quite the accomplishment, not only for me but my family and sponsors. I’m happy to be walking away from Aspen healthy. Having two gold medals makes the drive a lot sweeter.”
Turcotte was in his truck with wife trick of his second run, spun 360 Niki, also from Clearwater, and onedegrees in mid-air and returned to and-a-half-year-old daughter Hudson, his seat before stomping the nowho was becoming antsy on the longhands landing, part of a set that is haul home to B.C. from Colorado. being called one of the best in snowWith three other children — Ezra, mobiling history. 6, Tessa, 8 and Hannah, 10 — there are “I’m looking forward to getplenty of mouths to feed. ting back home to backcountry The five-time X Games medallist and letting the stress dissipate of (Turcotte won silver in snocross in 2008, doing backflips every day for a month BRETT TURCOTTE: bronze in snowmobile freestyle in 2016 straight,” said Turcotte, who trains with Snowmobiler from Clearwater and silver in snowmobiling best trick in Greg Kozoris of Kozoris Acceleration in shows off hardware. 2017) opted not to reveal how much prize Kamloops. “It gets to be pretty wearing money accompanied his gold medals, but said it is a on a guy.” substantial amount. Rest time will be limited. Turcotte’s phone has been Several winter sports websites suggest X Games lighting up with opportunities since the weekend. gold medallists receive about $50,000. He runs an action sports training facility, The Whatever the exact figure may be, it is money Turcotte Compound, in Clearwater and will be playing Turcotte would not have earned without a switch to host to an event on March 3. There will be a freestyle snowmobiling from dirtbiking. demonstration and a drag-racing competition open to “I grew up in a motorsports family. I got older, the public, with all proceeds going to charity. got faster, was flying higher and getting hurt easier,” Email niki@turcottecompound.com for more inforTurcotte said. “At one point, I decided to park the bike mation. and focus on what I was actually good at — and that Turcotte belongs to a small group of snowmobilers was snowmobiling.” who make ends meet solely through the sport and he Given a Kamloops man died snowmobiling near would like to keep it that way. Barriere last weekend, it is clear the sport can be danMore X Games hardware would help. He plans to gerous when things go wrong. Mixing backflips into defend his titles in 2019. the arsenal doesn’t mitigate risk, either. “I put down probably one of the best runs in snowTurcotte showed no fear during the freestyle commobile freestyle history,” Turcotte said. “Everyone petition on Friday. around is noticing that. When we return to Aspen next He went side-saddle before the jump on the first year, everybody is going to be swinging a little harder.”
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ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Ryan Chyzowski of the Medicine Hat Tigers and Nick Chyzowski of the Kamloops Blazers get set for the opening faceoff at Sandman Centre on Wednesday. The brothers from Kamloops are not scheduled to play each other again in the WHL.
Ryan Chyzowski nearly ruined the moment. The 17-year-old Medicine Hat Tigers’ forward from Kamloops was assessed a fiveminute major and a game misconduct for a checking-to-thehead infraction in the third period of a game against the Rockets in Kelowna on Tuesday. The family was expecting Ryan to miss the game against 20-year-old brother Nick and the Kamloops Blazers at Sandman Centre on Wednesday due to suspension. It was the last time the brothers were to play against each other in the WHL. On Wednesday afternoon, league officials altered the ruling made by officials in Kelowna. “I guess they
changed it to an interference penalty,” Ryan said, noting there was no malicious intent to what he called a collision with Rockets’ defenceman James Hilsendager. “I was pretty devastated because it was our last time playing against each other, but in the end I was pretty lucky and thankful.” The Tigers were not so lucky on Wednesday night, as the final clash of the Chyzowskis went the way of elder brother Nick and the Blazers, who won 3-1. “I’ve been fortunate and lucky to play against him for a couple years,” Nick told reporters after the game. “I had a great time tonight.” Barring an unlikely meeting in the league final, Nick will forever enjoy bragging rights when it comes to overall statistics in head-tohead matchups in the WHL.
The Blazers won three of five games that included both brothers. Fifteen-year-old Ryan was called up to the WHL for the first time in 2015 and the Tigers edged the Blazers 5-4 at Sandman Centre on Dec. 5 that year. Nick finished minus-1 and had two penalty minutes. They became the first brothers from Kamloops to play against each other in a WHL game in their hometown. “I don’t know who’s going to be more excited — Nick, excited for Ry to have an opportunity to come into our league, or Ryan, excited to play against who I think is his hero and role model, Nick,” Dave Chyzowski, the boys’ father and the Blazers’ director of sales and marketing, said a few days before the first sibling showdown. See BLAZERS, A27
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Thompson tops standings The Thompson Zone Junior Blazers swept Kootenay Zone in a pair of bantam tier 1 league games in Cranbrook on the weekend, winning 4-2 on Friday and 5-1 on Saturday. Recording points on the weekend for Thompson were Carter Streek (3G, 3A), Reagan Milburn (2G, 2A), Branden Toye (1G, 1A), Owen Haight (1G, 1A), Owen Barrow (1G), Chase Cooke (1G), Ethan Sanders (1A), Olen Gelineau (1A), Tristen Allen (1A) and Brendan Hunchak (1A). Sam Begg backstopped the Blazers on Friday. Evan Pascoe was between the pipes on Saturday. Thompson (14-2-2) is atop league standings.
Avoiding defeat
The Predators were undefeated in bantam recreational play on the weekend, tying 2-2 with the Maniacs on Saturday and edging the Gamblers 4-3 on Sunday. Tallying points on the weekend for the Preds were Micah Brownlee (3G, 1A), Logan McGlaughlin (1G), Will DavisArnold (1G), Nolan Foster (1G), Conner Guenther (2A), Brandon Belley (1A), Jacob McLean (1A), Jarett Dumais (1A) and Zac Banks (1A). Kiran Ramsay backstopped the Predators on Saturday. He shared time with Keenan Smoch on Saturday. Reaching the scoresheet
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BRIEFS for the Gamblers were Keegan LeBlanc (2G), Reilly Black (1G), Ty Turner (1A) and Brady Pawlachuk (1A). Ryerson Palmer and Temeke Gottfriendsen shared goaltending duties. Levi Toye (1G), Bradly Boudreau (1G), Tyler Rahn (1A), Jordan English (1A), Lochlan Scholefield (1A) and Isaac Bean (1A) had points for the Maniacs, who went with Zachary Kramer in the crease.
Grady bunch
Grady Egeland had three goals and an assist for the Knights in a 7-4 victory over the Royals in bantam recreation play on Sunday at Brock Arena. Also hitting the scoresheet for the winners were Aiden Dumas (2G), Preston Laupitz (1G, 1A), Nate Smith (1G), Tye Kitamura (2A), Kyle Woitas (1A), Dayton Miller (1A), Owen Geiger (1A), Anthony Wiseman (1A). Kash Minion backstopped the Knights. Notching points for the Royals were Tate Jones (2G), Landon Biro (1G, 1A), Brett
MacDonald (1G), Hudson Davoren (2A) and Matthew MacDonald (1A). Rebekah Schmutz and Tyson Aspeslet split goaltending duties for the Royals.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 6:30 PM Tuesday February 6, 2018 Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality Council gives notice that it will hold a Public Hearing at Cahilty Lodge located at 3220 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC, to consider proposed Bylaw Nos. 0104, 2018, and 0105, 2018. What is Temporary Use Permit TUP-2017-003 Bylaw No. 0104, 2018? Bylaw 0104, 2018, if passed, would allow tourist accommodation use (nightly/short-term rental) in the principle dwelling at 2224 Sunburst Drive (legally described as Lot 12, District Lots 6259 and 6337, KDYD, Plan KAP53479) as shown shaded in bold outline on the map below. The specific conditions are as stipulated in the proposed permit, a part of Bylaw 0104, 2018.
Atom action
Team 1 earned an 11-5 victory over Team 7 in atom recreation play at Memorial Arena on Sunday. Tallying points for Team 1 were Kale McNichol (3G, 2A), Kesiah Jones (2G), Taylor Ten Veen (2G), Naitt Damberger (2G), Liam Zirnhelt (2G) and Daxson Klimach (1A). Mackenzy Thomson was in net for Team 1. Reaching the scoresheet for Team 7 were Hudson Klassen (2G), Carter Letcher (2G), Carl Jones (1G), Carson Underwood (1A), Hayden Anderson (1A) and Calder Mcleod (1A). Nick Harris was between the pipes for Team 7.
Silver lining
Merritt claimed gold at a tournament in the River City on the weekend with a 5-4 victory over the host peewee tier 3 Kamloops squad on Sunday. Rory Mumford, Shawn Minnabarriet, Myles Walker and Chase Besse had goals for Kamloops in the final. Kaiden Goddard and Eric Brock shared time between the pipes.
What is Temporary Use Permit TUP-2017-004 Bylaw No. 0105, 2018? Bylaw 0105, 2018, if passed, would allow tourist accommodation use (nightly/short-term rental) in the secondary suite at 2432 Fairways Drive (legally described as Lot 4, District Lot 6394, KDYD, KAP72546), as shown shaded in bold outline on the map below. The specific conditions are as stipulated in the proposed permit, a part of Bylaw 0105, 2018.
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ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Shenise Sigsworth of Kamloops and the TRU WolfPack women’s basketball team are aiming for two wins on home court this weekend. TRU will play host to Brandon in men’s and women’s Canada West play at the Tournament Capital Centre.
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Six straight defeats in Canada West play have left the TRU WolfPack women’s basketball team in a sticky situation. Heading into the last weekend of regular-season play, the Pack (7-11) are tied with the Fraser Valley Cascades of Abbotsford for the conference’s 12th and final playoff spot. “We are going to fight for our playoff lives this weekend,” WolfPack head coach Scott Reeves said. The WolfPack will play host to the Brandon Bobcats, who at 2-16 are nowhere near the playoff picture. Fraser Valley is set to square off twice against the Manitoba Bisons (8-10) in Abbotsford. Manitoba is yet to clinch a playoff spot. Neither have the UNBC Timberwolves (9-11), who have played out their regularseason slate and are left to wait and see what happens this weekend. Reeves and the WolfPack won’t be worrying themselves
with figuring out muddled playoff scenarios. Two weekend wins are the sole focus. “Combined with us not shooting the ball well, we also ran into some teams that were playing really well,” Reeves said in looking for reasons for the second-half freefall. “That is how a season should go. You always want to play your best basketball going into the end of the season.” Game times are 6 p.m. on Friday and 5 p.m. on Saturday. Both will be played at the Tournament Capital Centre.
Playoffs on the line
After what has been a com-
mendable second half to the Canada West campaign, the TRU WolfPack men’s basketball team is well-positioned to make the playoffs heading into the final weekend of regular-season play. TRU (10-8) has won five of six games since the holiday break and is tied for fifth in the conference. The top 12 teams qualify for the post-season. The problem for the Pack is 13 of the conference’s teams have at least eight wins and only four teams have clinched playoff spots. Two losses to Brandon (8-10) this weekend could keep TRU out of the post-season. “If you spend too much [time] on the other team and what they are doing, that could be problematic,” WolfPack head coach Scott Clark said. “We are just trying to stay sharp.” Game times are 8 p.m. on Friday and 7 p.m. on Saturday at the TCC. — with files from TRU sports information
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Nick tallied a goal and an assist, a plus-two rating and two penalty minutes in a 5-1 drubbing of the Tigers in Medicine Hat on Oct. 8, 2016. The Tabbies bounced back to even the 20162017 series with the Blazers on Dec. 16, 2016, earning a 5-3 victory over visiting Kamloops. Nick finished with an assist, a minus-1 rating and two penalty minutes. The Blazers hosted and swept the 20172018 series, winning 6-3 on Nov. 24 and 3-1 on Wednesday. In the first game, Nick had three points, including one goal, and finished plus-1. The elder brother had one assist on Wednesday. Ryan did not reach the scoresheet in any game against Nick and the Blazers, except to finish minus-1 on Wednesday. The individual stats do not mean a whole lot, considering Ryan is three years younger than Nick, but they may still make for good ribbing material. “It’s always pretty special playing against Nick,” Ryan said on Wednesday. “We’re pretty much best friends. We do everything together in the summer. We train for hockey. We have the same mindset when it comes to hockey. “It’s kind of sad knowing it was our last time. We hung out for a bit today. It’s always kind of a special day.” Both brothers are centres. Even the faceoff circle belonged to Nick on Wednesday. C A R P
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“I think I had the leg up on him,” said Nick, who squared off against his brother in the opening draw and won it. “Usually he is better than me on draws. I think I got him tonight, though.” The Tigers nabbed Ryan 17th overall in the 2015 WHL Bantam Draft. He is finding his stride this season, with 16 goals and 36 points in 53 games. Medicine Hat (2621-6-0) will continue its tour of the B.C. Division against the Royals in Victoria on Friday. The Blazers (24-24-12), who have won six of their last seven games, are six points back of the Spokane Chiefs, who hold the second and final Western Conference wild card playoff position. Kamloops will play host to the Calgary Hitmen (15-29-5-1) on Saturday at Sandman Centre. Game time is 7 p.m. The Blazers selected Nick in Round 2 of the 2012 bantam draft, 44th overall. Barring injury, he will finish second alltime in games played in a Blazers’ uniform. In 322 regular-season contests with Kamloops, Nick has 53 goals and 123 points. Brendan Ranford is the longesttenured Blazer, having played 348 regular-season games in blue and orange. “I’m really excited to watch him [Ryan] develop and have a great career,” Nick said. “We hung out in the day today and talked a little during warmup, then dialled down and played our own games.” A C K O R C A N S T L E V E G L E B E I L O V E R I M O N E E T A B O E C A S R L Y H S A I T S P S S W A M I S L I L T D L E O S S
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Chase Heat head coach Brad Fox might not like this photo, which shows five of his players chasing Kamloops Storm forward Yewta Plamondon at Memorial Arena on Wednesday. Kamloops won 3-2, with Hayden Dick notching the game winning-goal late in the third period. The Storm (1521-3-1) are second-last in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League’s Doug Birks Division. Chase (24-16-0-1) is second in the division, 11 points behind Revelstoke. Kamloops and Revelstoke are likely to meet in Round 1 of the playoffs, which begin later this month.
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FEMALE SHOPPING WITH COUNTERFIET US DOLLARS Over the past week, three different businesses in Kamloops have reported to the police that a female has used counterfeit $50 US bills to purchase items. The female is described as being Caucasian and approximately 5’6”, long hair, heave set. A week ago the suspect had blonde and blue hair; a few days ago the female had black hair and was wearing glasses. She carries a distinctive black handbag that has silver studs or grommets on one side.
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B: 1988-11-11 Age 29 Caucasian male 178 cm (5’10”) 82 kg (181 lbs) Brown Hair Brown Eyes WANTED FOR: Breach of Release Conditions
B: 1989-07-05 Age 28 Caucasian male 178 cm (5’09”) 75 kg (166 lbs) Brown Hair Brown Eyes WANTED FOR: Theft Under $5,000, Assault with a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
B: 1997-12-19 Age 20 Caucasian male 178 cm (5’10”) 77 kg (170 lbs) Brown Hair Brown Eyes WANTED FOR: Fail to Comply with Probation
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ATTEMPT TO CASH STOLEN CHEQUE In the beginning of December 2017, a truck was stolen from the Kamloops area. The owner of the truck had some cheques that where accidently left in the truck on the night of the theft. On December 8, 2017 a lone male entered a Royal bank in North
Kamloops and tried to cash one of the stolen cheques. The suspect is described as a Caucasian, with short brown hair, medium build, clean shaving wearing dark clothing.
THEFT OF ITEMS FROM SUPERSTORE On January 26, 2018 a male entered the Great Canadian Superstore located at 910 Columbia Street West. Once inside the male wandered around the store and at 6:15 pm stole a few items and left the store. The male suspect is described as Caucasian male, clean shaving, medium build, wearing black-rimmed glasses, black jacket, and black shirt with white lettering. He was also wearing a black ball cap with a large red symbol on it and a dark jacket.
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ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Adam Turner of the Kamloops Long Blades in action at the Coyote Cup at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre on the weekend. For more photos, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com. The River City Racers also participated in the event.
Local clubs find stride at Coyote Cup The Kamloops Long Blades played host to the seventh annual Coyote Cup on the weekend at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. More than 100 skaters from across the province attended the competition, including 33 Long Blades who combined to win the overall points competition. Meena Litt, Taien Chard, Nelson Smith, Jared Roberts, Laylah Sadegur, Cadence Larochelle, Anderson Kampman and Hallie Sadegur recorded personal-best times in each of their individual events. Winning gold medals at the competition for Kamloops were Meena Litt, Taien Chard, Keidis Corrigan,
Samantha Stadfeld, Laylah Sadegur, Cadence Larochelle, Abigail Van der Merwe, Hallie Sadegur, Cohen Porteous and Alya Chard. Earning silver medals were Jared Roberts, Isaiah Jessie Uribe, Adam Turner, Keaton Birkenhead, Patrick Gu, Evangeline Kampman, Evan Columbus and Nelson Smith. Third-place finishers include Martina Antifay, Cameron Thomas, Leah Turner, Caleb Van der Merwe, Dawson Doern, Naomi Columbus, Lienke Raath, Kayleigh Roberts and Yael Van der Merwe. Taking home iron medals were Rebecca Thomas, Jacob Beasley, Lennox Taylor and Anderson Kampman,
with copper medals awarded to Jordan Smith and Anisha Litt. The Kamloopsbased River City Racers speed skating club was also represented at the Coyote Cup. Mason Pelton and Jessica Robertson set four personal bests each and won silver and bronze medals in their respective categories. Summer Bogetti Smith, Clare Riel and Vern Johnson each set three personal bests and finished fifth, second and second, respectively, in their divisions. Jason Hill had a fourth-place finish, with one personal best time, and John Hill and Sophia Pankratz had fifth- and fourth-place finishes, respectively.
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Eagles say they are not intimidated ROB MAADDI
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This pup was among those waiting for bites at the Kamloops and District Fish and Game Association’s family fishing day at Walloper Lake on Sunday. Overcast skies slowed attendance at first, but anglers began to flock to the lake and the fishing improved by noon, as did spirits around the campfire. There were 318 registered fishers, including 37 international students from TRU. Hamburgers, doughnuts and hot chocolate were enjoyed in temperatures that hovered around the freezing mark. Another fishing event will be held on Father’s Day at the same location.
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Wrestling masks have replaced the dog masks. The underdog Philadelphia Eagles are having fun with the media frenzy leading up to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. They’re staying relaxed, loose and won’t be intimidated by their opponent’s incredible success. Three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Fletcher Cox and All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson on Wednesday donned masks that resembled the ones WWE star Rey Mysterio and other luchadores wear in the ring. “This was a gift from Mexico so I can have super powers all week,’’ Cox said about the green mask featuring an Eagles logo. “I’m just having fun right now. We know why we’re here. We can’t come into this all uptight. You have fun when it’s time to have fun and get serious when it’s time to get serious.’’ Johnson and defensive end Chris Long pulled out German shepherd masks and wore them off the field and in their interviews after the Eagles beat
Atlanta in the divisional round. The Eagles (15-3) were the first No. 1 seed to enter their first playoff game as an underdog. The city, which has always had an underdog personality, embraced the masks. Johnson and Long then turned it into a charitable venture. They created underdog T-shirts that were sold with all proceeds going to the Philadelphia school district’s not-for-profit arm. The Eagles were underdogs again in the NFC championship game and routed the Vikings 38-7. They’re in the same spot against the Patriots, who are 4 1/2-point favourites on Sunday. But these Eagles don’t fear Bill Belichick, Tom Brady or New England’s dynasty. Johnson called Brady a “pretty boy’’ and made it clear he’s not bothered by the hype. I definitely respect him and
all that he’s done in this league,’’ Johnson told The Associated Press. “I’m not going to go into the Super Bowl worshipping this man and make him more than what he is. No disrespect. “As far as bulletin-board material, they can put it on their nightstands for all I care, in their bathrooms, I don’t care. I don’t think you need any motivation to play in the Super Bowl. They know that.’’ Brady and Belichick have led the Patriots to five Super Bowl titles, including two of the past three seasons. They beat the Eagles 24-21 in the big game 13 years ago. Philadelphia players respect the duo’s accomplishments, but aren’t going into the game already defeated. Several players were part of a 35-28 upset win at New England in 2015. The Eagles were a losing team under Chip Kelly that season, but still went on the road and knocked off the 10-1 Patriots. “I don’t think you look at this any different than the fact that this is just another game,” Eagles’ All-Pro centre Jason Kelce said. “ You see what they do really well and how you can defend it.’’
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Revisiting the reluctant prophets of the Bible
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Why me? Can’t you get someone else?” You would think the great prophets of the Bible were willing, ready and able when God called them to their mission. But almost all of them were really hoping God would pick someone else for the job. Jonah is probably the best example. God called him to preach to the people of Ninevah, the capital city of Assyria. Scripture says, “But Jonah ran away from the Lord and headed for Tarshish (Spain).” Clearly he didn’t want the job, probably because the Assyrians were notorious for their cruelty to their enemies and Jonah feared he would be tortured for daring to predict their doom. As most know, he was swallowed by a whale and ended up completing his assigned task. Moses was called by God to deliver the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. But when God appeared to Moses and told him his mission, Moses said, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” God answered, “I will be with you.”
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So was that enough for Moses? No — more complaints and excuses. “O Lord, I have never been eloquent … I am slow of speech and tongue … Please send someone else to do it.” God was clearly annoyed, but appointed Aaron, Moses’ brother, to be his spokesperson. Gideon was also called to deliver the Israelites from bondage to their Midianite overlords. The Angel of the Lord paid him a visit and told Gideon he was chosen by God for the mission. His response? “But Lord, how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh and I
am the least in my family.” The Angel responded, just as with Moses, “I will be with you …” Jeremiah was another reluctant prophet. God said to him, “I have appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” Jeremiah’s response was similar to all the other ones: “Ah, Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I am only a child.” God answered, “Do not be afraid, for I am with you …” It’s clear Jeremiah did not relish his assigned task and tried to avoid doing it because his audience was not happy with his message of doom. He says, “Whenever I speak, I cry out proclaiming violence and destruction. So the word of the Lord has brought me insult and reproach all day long. But if I say, ‘I will not mention him or speak any more in his name,’ his word is in my heart like a fire, a fire shut up in my bones. I am weary of holding it in; indeed, I cannot.” Jeremiah preached his message for 40 years and nobody listened. It’s no wonder he was discouraged. The Apostle Paul was the greatest contributor to the canon of
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his mission to the Gentiles. But not all prophets were reluctant. Isaiah is probably the best example of one who willingly answered the call of God. Isaiah had a vision, in which he heard the voice of God saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” Isaiah responds simply, “Here am I. Send me!” If there is one takeaway from this, it is that God equips those he calls. He not only equips them, but promises to be at their side when facing the difficult task assigned to them. There is someone reading this who is feeling the call of God in their life. They may know, but are resisting it, thinking they are woefully inadequate for the job. God doesn’t need people who have it all together. He needs people who are willing to serve. Be the one who says, “Here am I, Lord — send me!” KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and can be emailed to editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com.
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COMMUNITY BRIEFS • A planning meeting for the annual Walk for Peace, Social Justice and The Environment will take place on Saturday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. at The Smorgasbord Deli, at the corner of Victoria Street and Seventh Avenue. This year’s Walk will take place on June 23. All groups and individuals are welcome and invited to participate in the planning. For more information, call the Kamloops chapter of The Council of Canadians at 250-377-0055. • The Kamloops chapter of Canadian Parents for French is organizing a Carnaval at Harper Mountain on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The general public is invited to experience a bit of French-Canadian culture with French cuisine, real maple taffy, French music, family fun at the tube park and perhaps an appearance by Bonhomme himself. Participants must pre-register before Feb. 15. Email cpfkamloops@gmail. com for more information.
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the New Testament, authoring 13 (14 if Hebrews is included) books of scripture. Yet he felt most inadequate for the job, in part due to the immense shame he felt for his persecution of the early Christians. After his initial conversion experience, Paul began preaching in Jerusalem, but the Jews threatened his life. For his own safety, the other apostles sent him home to Tarsus. In his letter to the Galatians, Paul says he went to Arabia (then ruled by the Nabateans) after this incident and only returned after three years. Scripture does not say why he went or what he was doing there. It is likely he practised his trade as a tent-maker and used his time for spiritual preparation. Was he avoiding his spectacular calling given on the road to Damascus? Perhaps, especially given that God said, “I will show him how much he must suffer for my name.” In light of that ominous warning, it seems likely Paul was following the pattern of other prophets called by God and was procrastinating in commencing
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• The City of Kamloops is once again turning the Tournament Capital Centre into a free festival event for Family Day. The provincial holiday takes place on Monday, Feb. 12, and the city is hosting a free festival for all from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community organizations and businesses will bring a wide range of family-focused festivities into one place. Festival goers will have an opportunity to get creative with arts and crafts, have their faces painted, experience live performances, learn about all things science, try new sports and play musical instruments. In addition to music, games, sports and crafts, there will be opportunities for visitors take home prizes. Families can pick up experience passports at the door and all completed passports will be entered in a draw to win a prize. The Kamloops Food Bank will also be there to accept donations of nonperishable food items. In addition to the free festival, the city is offering a Family Day free swim at the Canada Games Pool from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and a Family Day free skate at Valleyview Arena from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Go online to www.kamloops.ca/familyday to see a full list of vendors and event information. Do you have an event about which the community should know? Email details to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com.
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Obituaries & In Memoriam Wilson John Thiessen
August 6, 1956 – January 19, 2018
Devin Sean Pretty was born on August 18, 1992 in Kamloops, BC and was taken from this earth too soon on January 25, 2018 at 25 years of age.
On January 25, 2018, we lost our beloved Wilf. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Kay, daughter Debra, sons Duane (Corinne) and Darren (Shelley), grandchildren Darcy (C.J.), Julia, Jennifer, Lisa, Kendall, great-grandchildren Emma, Hannah and Austin, brothers George and Gerald and sister-in-law Juliana. Wilf will always be remembered for being a warm, loving man, always greeting family and friends with open arms and a big smile. Wilf was an incredibly kind, cheerful and witty man right to the end. Wilf grew up on a small farm in Saskatchewan. He married the love of his life Kay and they moved to Saskatoon, started their family while he learned his plumbing and pipe fitting trade. Many summers were filled with family fishing and camping trips; some of Wilf’s fondest memories. Wilf moved his family to Kamloops in the early 70s and created his own plumbing company (Hi-Land Mechanical); he was one of the plumbing contractors in the early days of Logan Lake. Upon retiring, Wilf and Kay built their dream house in the countryside. Wilf remembered his humble beginnings by contributing produce from his garden to the New Life Mission. They also loved to travel in their motorhome; they spent many summers travelling to Saskatchewan, Alaska, Mexico and Vancouver Island, exploring and visiting relatives. We would like to thank the staff and volunteers at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice for taking such good care of Wilf through his final journey. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to this beautiful facility. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kamloops (250) 554 2429 Condolences may be left for the family at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com
Kimberley Jenkins
Devin Sean Pretty
March 31, 1933 - January 25, 2018
He is survived by his mother Angela, older sister Christen, uncle Mark, grandmother (Nan) Lillian, and seven younger siblings who love and miss him deeply. Devin will always be remembered for being kind and tender in his thoughts, demeanour and the way he treated others. Highly intuitive, sensitive and aware, Devin was always conscious of the people around him and aware of their feelings. He wanted everyone to be happy and if the people he cared about weren’t happy, he wasn’t happy. He had nothing but pure intentions that came from a place of love and innocence. Big-hearted Devin will be forever missed by his family and friends. Family and friends are invited to Devin’s Celebration of Life and Feast on Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Moccasin Square Garden (Gym) located at the Tk’emlups Indian Band Office.
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He is predeceased by his father Robert R. Jenkins. Kim lived in Vernon at the Mulberry House for many years, receiving excellent care and companionship from his nurse Mary and all of his caregivers and the residents. Thank you all so much. A private interment will take place at a later date.
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Gerhard (George) Schierling On January 28, 2018, Gerhard (George) Schierling went to be with the Lord at the age of 81, surrounded by his family. He will be lovingly remembered by his loving wife Joyce and their children Linda (Neil), Karl, Konrad, Hardy (Verna), Rick (Lisa), Len and Colleen. George will also be fondly remembered by his fifteen grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren, his sisters Gredel and Lena and brother Abe. George was predeceased by his first wife Agnes, his daughter Angelika, his parents and two brothers and sister. Gerhard, also known as George, was born in Paraguay, South America. In 1976, he moved his family of seven to Canada. He was always a hard worker, farming in Paraguay and working on the railroads in Canada. Gerhard was a gentle and kind man, who would do anything for his family. He especially cherished his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. They brought a big smile to his face. George also really enjoyed gardening, whether it was vegetable or flowers, his gardens always looked beautiful. The Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, February 2, 2018 in the Kamloops Alliance Church, 200 Leigh Rd., Kamloops with Pastor Neil Penner officiating. Special thank you to Dr. Thomasse and Evergreen Staff for caring for George for the last two years. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
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Gene Calvin Hornby July 28, 1960 - January 28, 2018
It is with heavy hearts and much love we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Gene. He is survived by the love of his life Lyla, three daughters Kaeli Hornby of Salmon Arm, Melissa (Jason) Jahn of Kamloops and Angela (Elin) Jahn-Edwards of Kamloops, his parents Calvin and Wilma Hornby of Penticton. Also survived by brother Philip (Colleen) Hornby, sister Aileen (Laurin) Black of Penticton and sister Shawn (Lorne) Hartford of Prince George, his precious grandchildren Hannah, Bryton, Justin, Abbi, Freyjah Jaine, Henry and Percy. Gene was born in Richmond, BC and spent his early years in the beautiful Okanagan Valley biking and dirt biking with all his childhood friends. Gene’s passion was volunteering at the Penticton Fire Department for 11 years. In the mid 90s while living in Prince George, Gene met his soulmate Lyla. Their love of dance, seadooing, kayaking, camping, four wheeling and hunting kept them very busy. Gene was a loving, generous, happy go lucky young at heart man who lived life to the fullest. Spending time with family was precious to Gene. He especially loved time with his grandchildren, barbequing with family and friends and enjoying his football and hockey.
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Kenneth Joseph Fenrick It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Joseph Fenrick of Kamloops, BC on January 28, 2018 at 75 years of age. Ken is survived by his loving wife Natalie, his children Brad (Carol) of Abbotsford, BC and Tracy (Curtis) of Kamloops, BC, his grandchildren Zach, Daryn, Bailey (Garrett) and Bree (Ian), greatgrandson Van and brother Kurt (Becky). Ken was predeceased by his parents Joe and Lee, his brother Jim and sister Margarite. Ken spent his working career as a heavy equipment operator and the later years in the forestry industry. Ken lost his short battle with brain cancer while in the care of the amazing staff at Ponderosa. There will be no service by request.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Moyes, known to family and friends as Bill. He passed away suddenly in Kamloops, BC on January 26, 2018.
His and Lyla’s greatest desire was to start planning their next trip to Mexico where they embraced the culture and his love of donkeys.
The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Ponderosa.
He will always be lovingly remembered.
Gene enjoyed his job at the City of Kamloops and looked forward to spending social time with his work buddies.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ken’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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15. High mark in Spanish class?
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SUDOKU FUN BY THE NUMBERS
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School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson) is presently seeking a Plumber (the position is temporary until the full return of the incumbent). The successful applicant must possess a Red Seal Plumberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trades Qualification Certificate, a Gas Ticket, a valid Class 5 Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License and have 5 years proven previous work experience. Experience with Fire Protection Sprinkler systems, Backflow device testing certification, Cross Connect certification, Fall protection training, Confined space training, Elevated Work platform, and WHMIS would be an asset. Please include a driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract with your application. School District #73 is a public school district located in Kamloops, BC. The District has 46 schools and 5 facilities buildings.
TRADE JOURNEYMAN BRIDGE WORKER WANTED Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Kootenay) Ltd is accepting resumes for the position of Trade Journeyman Bridge Worker based out of Nelson BC. Applicants should be physically ďŹ t, willing to travel and work in all weather conditions. A BC TQ in Bridge Worker/Pile Driver is required with a Valid Class 3 Drivers License with air endorsement. Resumes along with credentials and drivers abstract can be emailed to kootenay@yrb.ca no later than February 16th 2018.
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School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson) is presently seeking a Heating/Refrigeration Technician (the position is temporary until the full return of the incumbent). The successful applicant should possess an Interprovincial Heating/Refrigeration Trades Qualification Certificate, a valid class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, and have 5 years proven previous work experience. Gas Fitters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ticket, Confined space, Fall Protection and Elevated work Platform training would be an asset. The district will consider applicants in a third or fourth year apprenticeship. Please include a driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract with your application. School District #73 is a public school district located in Kamloops, BC. The District has 46 schools and 5 facilities buildings.
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We are a progressive optometric office seeking full time optometric assistant (or licensed optician). Our office is currently open Monday to Friday, and shifts will include Saturdays in the near future. We are willing to train the right person. If this sounds like you, please bring your resume to our office in person during regular business hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm (closed between 12:00 and 12:45) Thompson Rivers Family Optometry 60-700 Tranquille Road, Kamloops
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8533598 ASK Wellness provides a continuum of services to help individuals on a journey to wellness and supports individuals in our community and provides them with opportunities and the resources to change their current situation. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about reaching out to those people who are homeless and battling addictions, helping them find housing and medical care, addressing their addictions, stabilizing mental health issues and ultimately, providing them with the skills to re-enter the work force. ASK Wellness administers an unconditional sense of hope to those who are convinced that they are incapable of ever achieving a stable, meaningful life.
CLBC HOUSING LIAISON (KAMLOOPS) PERMANENT FULL-TIME (37.5hrs/wk)Work with the Coordinator of CLBC Operations to manage the CLBC Program that serves adults with developmental disabilities through the development and delivery of life skills and community integration to promote independent living and inclusion. Ensure service quality and program success. Work alongside CLBC Support Workers to assist program participants in maintaining their housing within the CLBC Cluster Living Program/Ensure program participants are supported throughout their transition period into residency and throughout the term of their program. Qualifications: BSW, Human Service Diploma or equivalent/experience with developmental disabilities, mental health/addictions and homelessness issues; Experience with working with persons with significant intellectual,adapted functioning impairment,limited adaptive functioning, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder/Autism Spectrum Disorder. Criminal record check required,own vehicle and valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 February 5th @ noon
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ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250) 377-3457.
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8ft Antique Couch $900. Round dining room table w/4chairs & 2 bar stools. $700. Couch & matching chairs $149. 250-374-1541.
1 Computer desk. $50. 1 cloth rocking chair. $150. 1 glass top side table. $50. 250-5795696.
Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $900. 250-374-8933. Queen bdrm suite w/frame/ Headboard/ Lge Dresser w/Mirror & Chiffonier & nite table $300obo. (250) 377-7449
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A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ 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 / Home” 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 Snow Blower 8hp Sears brand $500obo (250) 577-3120
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Kubota AV2500 Generator. $585. 250-374-1988 MISC4Sale: Oak Table Chairs-$400, 1-Standard 8ft truck canopy $300. Call 250851-1115 after 6pm or leave msg.
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Queen bdrm suite w/frame/ Headboard/ Lge Dresser w/Mirror & Chiffonier & nite table $300obo. 2 love seats Twin White fabric in great condition $150 for pair. Kenmore stove like new/nice & clean $95. Built-in Dishwasher like new $70obo Baycrest washer & dryer excellent condition $200 for set. Filter queen vacuum cleaner like new $250 obo. Hubert @ 250-377-7449
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Jenn Grant brings Paradise to Kamloops next week Singer experimented on piano, with dreams for latest album JESSICA WALLACE
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J
enn Grant didn’t learn to play piano for her latest album, Paradise. “I just do it,” the Canadian singersongwriter told KTW in an interview from her home in Nova Scotia. The seemingly intrinsic musical quality is bolstered by her response to a question about her singing style. She was unable to describe her unmistakable voice — almost more like an instrument in her music. “That’s what people say,” she said. Grant will travel from the East Coast to tour western Canada at the end of the month, renting a vehicle alongside her partner in life and music, Daniel Ledwell, a producer and multi-instrumentalist. The two have made several records together. “As long as it’s planned that we have time to do it, we really enjoy working together,” Grant said, noting Ledwell is often busy working with other artists. “It’s always a learning experience.” The two of them were working on a new song before they hit the road, with their first stop on the tour in Calgary earlier this week. They did some recording and rehears-
Canadian singer-songwriter Jenn Grant is performing at the Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St., on Tuesday, Feb. 6. MAT DUNLAP PHOTO
ing before they travelled west. The tour will bring them to Kamloops on Tuesday, Feb. 6, for a show at the Blue Grotto. Grant has performed in the River City before. Along with that new song, she’ll be performing music from her latest album, Paradise, which was
released last March. Grant said she is always exploring as a songwriter, whether looking at the world from different points of view or tackling a new instrument. “All my albums are usually a bit of a reinvention,” she told KTW. For Paradise, she wrote several songs on the piano, something she’s
never done before. The album was inspired by Grant’s dreams and she said whimsy and nature creep into her writing. Songs like I’m a River and Lion With Me from the album are ripe with metaphors. “I have a lot of visual types of dreams,” she said. “Just really vibrant. I borrowed from that. I haven’t
done that before.” After it was released, Grant toured extensively with a band, calling the gigs the best shows she’s enjoyed playing. “I felt really free on stage,” she said, because she could focus on singing. They toured before taking some time off in the fall for personal reasons. She would not provide details, but
noted after this tour she’ll be writing more at home. The 37-year-old has six albums and three EPs. A previous album, Compostela, was nominated for two Juno Awards. Grant has developed a following in Canada and has performed overseas in Europe and Australia. Making a mark in
the United States is on her to-do list. While she said she feels drawn south, it’s also harder to break through in the U.S. due to market saturation. Grant’s Kamloops show is at 8 p.m. at 319 Victoria St. It will feature special guests Slow Leaves. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at ticketweb.ca.
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MUSEUM EXHIBIT OPENING Friday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St.
The Kamloops Museum and Archives is hosting an opening reception, complete with snacks and speeches, on Friday at its downtown location. It is celebrating the opening of its newest exhibit, Powder Keg, Downhill Ski Culture in Kamloops, which looks at the people, resorts and history that make up local ski culture. Kamloops This Week reporter Jessica Wallace caught up with museum curator Matt Macintosh to preview the exhibit in advance of the show, which runs through May 26. Find the story online at kamloopsthisweek.com under the Community tab.
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Western Canada Theatre’s latest production, The Birds and the Bess, continues through Saturday. The comedy by Mark Crawford is in association with Thousand Islands Playhouse. Find a preview story on the show by KTW reporter Andrea Klassen online at kamloopsthisweek.com under the Entertainment tab. Show times and tickets are available from Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca.
FLAG WORKSHOP Saturday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St.
A silkscreen flag-making workshop begins this weekend and continues through June at the Kamloops Art Gallery. Participants will work with KAG art instructors during four-hour workshops. All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. The completed flags will be sewn together and suspended across the Atrium during the gallery’s 40th anniversary exhibition in September. Additional workshops will be held on March 3, May 5 and June 3. To register, call 250-377-2400.
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COMING UP: IF SHE ONLY KNEW An art exhibit by Sandra Pasmen aimed at empowering women will be auctioned off piece by piece on Saturday at the Happyness Center in downtown Kamloops. Dozens of pieces were created as in support of the Kamloops Family Resource Society. Each piece of artwork features pages from the book If She Only Knew, which were decoupaged on canvas, sculpture and more. The auction is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The centre is at 203-242 Victoria St.
CHAMBER MUSICIANS Saturday, 7:30 p.m. at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St.
The Chamber Musicians of Kamloops will host a concert filled with pop and classics. The eclectic program ranges from Mancini and Joplin to Mozart, Handel and Beethoven. Tickets are $25, available at the door. They are $20 for members and $15 to students. Children younger than 12 are free. For more, go online to chambermusiciansofkamloops.org or search for the group on Facebook.
FILM SERIES Thursday, 7 p.m. at Landmark Cinema, 503 Victoria St.
The Kamloops Film Society continues its weekly film series with Killing of a Sacred Deer. It is showing at Landmark Cinema, 503 Victoria St., at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10.
ART EXHIBITS continue through March at the Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St.
Re Present: Photography from South Asia features historic and contemporary photography from South Asia, asking whether truth can be found in photography. The exhibit features handpainted photography, commonly seen in the early days of the medium in India, as well as so-called glitch art, which is altered
in ways comparable to a computer going awry. The exhibit continues at in the central gallery through March 31. Meanwhile, Garnet Dirksen’s Social Studies continues in a space dubbed The Cube at the gallery through March 24, looking at shifts in trade and industry and its effects on the economy. For more information, go online to kag.bc.ca.
CRAFT FAIR Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pacific Inn and Suites, 1820 Rogers Pl.
Chimera Theatre is hosting a craft fair fundraiser in support of its amateur theatre company. Home-based businesses and multi-level marketing products will be for sale. Admission is $2. A concession will be available and 50/50 draw will be held. All funds raised, beyond the retail sales, will go to supporting the Chimera’s future projects. For a list of participating retailers, go online to chimeratheatre.com/craftfair. Email events to listings@kamloopsthisweek.com.
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Productions double due to demand for new fringe festival Kamloops’ new fringe theatre festival has doubled in size after its call for proposals. Chimera Theatre is introducing Hydra Performing Arts Festival from May 10 to May 19 in the Actors Workshop Theatre at Thompson Rivers University. Andrew Cooper, artistic director of Chimera Theatre, put the call out for local submissions, expecting to stage a festival with six shows.
More than 20 proposals came in, so the plan doubled to 12 shows that will be presented three times during the 10 days. Cooper said he also wanted a variety of theatrical experiences, so the schedule includes shadow puppetry, a variety show, comedy, burlesque and drama. Chimera actors who presented an adaptation of the Euripides story Perseus and Andromeda wanted
Creative Valentines to perform it for Kamloops and are also on the program. Cooper said he chose a small venue because he expects the festival — intended to be staged annually — will need time to build an audience in the area.
Tickets will go on sale early in February through Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca. For information on the productions chosen, go online to chimeratheatre.com/ hydrafestival.
Lend Me a Tenor auditions Sunday The Laughing Stock Theatre Society is hosting an audition for its upcoming comedy, Lend Me A Tenor, on Sunday. Auditions will be on a first come, first-served basis from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre theatre, 1250 Rogers Way in Aberdeen.
No experience is necessary and those ages 16 and older are invited to bring a resume and head shot. Four performances of the production will run from April 19 to April 21, including matinee and evening shows. For more information on the roles and show, go online to thelaughingstock.ca.
Live music coming to local venues Music lovers will have several opportunities to catch a live act in coming weeks, including: • Feb. 17, 8 p.m., The Sheepdogs with guests, CJ’s Nightclub, 130 Fifth Ave. Tickets are $35 in advance for the
19-plus show. • Feb. 21, 8 p.m., Five Alarm Funk, The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. Tickets for the 19-plus show $18 in advance. • Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m., SonReal, CJ’s Nightclub, 130 Fifth Ave., $35
at the door, limited number of VIP packages available online at kamtix.ca. • March 2, 7 p.m., Bahamas at CJ’s Nightclub, 130 Fifth Ave. Tickets for the 19-plus show are $35.
• March 27, 7:30 p.m., Shred Kelly, The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St., $15 in advance plus taxes and fees. Tickets for all shows available online at kamtix.ca or ticketweb. ca.
17-song compilation album released Factotum CO has released its compilation album, Engine Noise. The 17-song album is $15 and is available for purchase
on cassette, which comes with a digital download code, or online at factotumco.bandcamp.com. Local bands included on the
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t’s something I work toward every year — surprising my life partner with a gorgeous handmade tchotchke that he can proudly display on his tool chest. The funny thing is, I’m not sure how much he really wants a hand-lettered quote on productivity to display, or a beautifully unique thrown change bowl to grace his side of the dresser. In the end — let’s be real — I probably spent more in total than I would have just picking up a something from the store. “But it’s the thought that counts.” The expression comes to mind when people envision a handmade gift — and it really does. We are approaching one of the most commercial (and possibly overrated) holidays of the year, where the pressure to buy something perfect can be intense for both parties, but usually leans more to the male side of the spectrum. Shiny, sparkly, over the top — it’s all on the table. But after 16 Valentine’s Days with the same person, the one who shares my budget and life goals and whose over-the-top present would be paid for with “our” money, I have shifted back to wanting a simple gesture. A scrawled note that lists out reasons he chooses to stay, a photo of the two of us that he likes (and might not just feature my best angle) or a take-home dinner with a movie he is willing to suffer through. He’s not a traditionally creative person unless it has something to do with an engine, so the value of something he put together is infinitely higher. I’m here to encourage everyone to add in a homemade touch to your special Valentine this year.
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The 2018 Kamloops Luxury Bridal Fair, held on the weekend at Thompson Rivers University, attracted future brides and grooms — and their families and friends. Clockwise from top: Kayla Louie of Vancouver and Grace Israel of Langley sample smudge-proof cosmetics from LipSense Forever; KTW got a sneak peel of Viva Bridal’s boutique gown, worn by model Pandy Duplessis, who a TRU student; Bridal fair general manager Shawn Harnett (middle) and event co-ordinator Jessica Scharien (right) check out the delights from Upton Chefs; Kimberly Mittelsteadt finalizes her wedding plans with Quaaout Lodge; Lacey Woldham and Karson Hawgood with Hush Lash Studio. ALLEN DOUGLAS PHOTOS/KTW
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Big Sugar coming to Sun Peaks Canadian rock band Big Sugar is coming to Sun Peaks to perform an outdoor show this summer. The Junonominated band will perform on Saturday, June 30, as part of Canada Day weekend celebrations.The group is known for songs including Turn the Lights On, Diggin a Hole and If I Had My Way. The show is free. Sun Peaks has hosted many free concerts to draw crowds to the village during summer months. For more information, go online to sunpeaksresort.com.
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Drivers had better ‘hazardous response times’ LIAM CASEY
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Harry Potter’s power appears to extend beyond the page, as recent Canadian research suggests listening to an audiobook from the popular fiction series can improve focus on long and boring drives. Lana Trick, a psychology professor at the University of Guelph, wanted to look into areas that could help improve driving performance, given that 40 per cent of collisions can be attributed to incar distraction, she said. While much of scientific research has focused on the deleterious effects of distracted driving, she sought to look into “good distractions.” The problem with driving, she explained, is the load the brain carries. Too little stimulation — dubbed mental underload — can be just as bad as the opposite, mental overload. “It’s like nature abhors a vacuum,” she said. “If you have an empty brain, you can doze off or your mind wanders or you find another way to distract yourself, like grabbing
your cellphone.’’ The key, she said, is to find the sweet spot between the two for the brain — that’s where audiobooks come in. “Audiobooks can be cases where a little bit of distraction can be useful,” she said. For the project, Trick’s team wanted an audiobook that featured an interesting, relatively popular story — and the novel featuring the boy wizard and his friends fit the bill. “Harry Potter is engaging and exciting,’’ Trick said, “but also something you can have in the background and not too complex.” Her research, recently published in the journal Accident Analysis and Prevention, showed drivers who participated in her study had better hazardous response times’ — braking faster in response to hazards — while listening to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows compared to those who drove in silence. Trick recruited undergraduate students at the University of Guelph as test subjects who used a driving simulator at a specialized laboratory. The
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the audiobook had no effect on drivers’ speeds. “What this means is that it could help when you’re driving along the boring 401 with no change of scenery for miles and miles and miles,” she said. One other notable finding, Trick said, came with what’s known as “standard deviation of lateral position,’’ which means how much a car moves from side to side in a lane. At times, those who listened to the audiobook showed more variance in their lanes, she said. “When people are excited they tend to shift around a little bit more,’’ Trick said. “We were going through an especially exciting period of Harry Potter and it was possible they were getting into it.’’ Trick said she hopes to test other drivers, especially those who have experience commuting, to expand her research. She said she is also studying the effects of audiobooks on different aspects of road complexity. “What we’re trying to do is find ways to reduce the number of collisions on the road, especially those from distracted driving, which has become a major problem.”
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Landmark cries ‘Cut!’ for lone theatre in small town JAMES BRACKPOOL
CANADIAN PRESS
WEYBURN, Sask. — Petitions are starting and local businesses are offering to make repairs to help restart the projectors at the only movie house in a small southern Saskatchewan city. The marquee on Weyburn’s Soo Theatre, owned by Landmark Cinemas, has read “temporarily closed” since the end of November. But Landmark’s website says the doors are permanently shuttered and thanks movie lovers for their patronage over the last 45 years.
The building needs major repairs, and the theatre chain said it will be sold or possibly demolished. It said repair costs aren’t worth it and Weyburn — with a population of about 11,000 — isn’t big enough to justify a new cinema. Landmark CEO Bill Walker said the company plans to hire a broker to sell the site, although some Weyburn residents have shown some interest in buying it. He said the company would be willing to help an entrepreneur re-open the movie house. He noted Landmark once helped someone in an Alberta community who wanted to take over one
of the chain’s theatres. “Generally, we are looking at larger urban markets where there’s still opportunities for new cinemas,’’ Walker said in an interview. “But that’s not to say that a more entrepreneurial venture from a different operator couldn’t make a go of it in [Weyburn].” Walker is sympathetic and said Landmark is reluctant to take away a cinema from any community, but noted it comes down to a business decision. “Ultimately, as you can all appreciate, it’s not a charitable venture either.’’ Walker said inquiries to purchase the building can be made directly to Landmark
Cinemas. City Coun. Jeff Richards suggested an independently owned theatre or a cooperative might work. “Like everybody else, we are disappointed ... to lose anything, and particularly something that can draw folks from all over,’’ he said. “Ultimately we’d love to find a situation where the private sector can come up with a solution for us.’’ Richards added. “We don’t want to be a city without a movie theatre.” Richards explained the city cannot get involved. It distributes business licences but does not take part in day-to-day operations. Weyburn is about 110 kilometres southeast of Regina.
Harvey Weinstein’s estranged wife cancels show at Fashion Week ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — The luxe womenswear brand owned by the estranged wife of movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has cancelled its show at New York Fashion Week. The Marchesa show was scheduled to take place on Feb. 14. In a brief statement on Wednesday, Marchesa said its collection will be presented in a different format than a traditional runway show or presentation.
The brand has been a mainstay of red carpets for years. But there’s been a Marchesa blackout since Weinstein was accused by multiple women of sexual harassment. He is being investigated by police in New York and California for rape. Weinstein’s wife, Georgina Chapman, left him shortly after the allegations arose last year. She firmly condemned Weinstein’s alleged actions, but has been mum about Marchesa.
Diane Lane, Greg Kinnear join House of Cards final season ASSOCIATED PRESS
LOS ANGELES — Diane Lane and Greg Kinnear are joining House of Cards for the political thriller’s final season. Netflix said they’ll play siblings in the show’s sixth season, which resumed production on Wednesday. House of Cards, Netflix’s first original series, halted production in October amid sexual misconduct allegations against star Kevin Spacey. Spacey was suspended from the show by producer Media Rights Capital after Netflix said it wouldn’t continue with it if he remained. A representative for the actor said previously that he was seeking unspecified treatment. Robin Wright, who co-starred as wife to Spacey’s Francis Underwood, will be the focus of the final season. A debut date has yet to be announced. Further details on the new characters played by Lane and Kinnear weren’t available.
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