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Firefighters mop up after an April 10 blaze gutted the North Shore Wendy’s restaurant. Go online to kamloopsthisweek.com to see more photos of the fire and aftermath. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW

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Investigators hope their probe of a fire that gutted a North Shore fast-food restaurant last week will be complete within days. The Wendy’s location at Eighth Street and Fortune Drive burst into flames early Friday morning. The blaze gutted the restaurant. Despite that, Wendy’s district manager Alma Porras told KTW none of the fast-food chain’s employees have been laid off. Porras said Wendy’s employs between 60 and 65 people in Kamloops. She said the 16

to 20 workers at the North Shore location have been given hours at the restaurant’s two other storefronts — in Sahali and Valleyview — following Friday’s blaze. “We’re trying to accommodate everybody to work in those locations,” Porras said. “Our No. 1 goal is to make sure all of our employees are taken care of.” No one was injured in Friday’s fire, which was called in at about 2 a.m. Kamloops Fire Rescue investigator Dean Olstad said Tuesday the investigation is ongoing, but nearing an end. “There’s nothing official just yet, but it looks like the fire started higher up in the structure,” he told KTW, noting there is no

indication the blaze was set intentionally. Olstad said he expects the investigation to be complete by Wednesday afternoon. Porras said she was emotional after the fire. She said the North Kamloops location had been performing well, even during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “I was crying,” she said. “I’ve worked for Wendy’s for 20 years. That location is really busy. We have Skip [The Dishes] and everything. Business was really strong. I was excited.” Porras said the North Shore Wendy’s was due for a renovation, slated to begin in mid-April. She said those plans have been shelved.

A grim first look at the Kamloops economy amid the pandemic, courtesy a survey conducted by the BC Chamber of Commerce, shows that 40 per cent of businesses have closed and 70 per cent of businesses have experienced decreased sales. However, it’s not all bad news. Kamloops Chamber of Commerce president Tyson Andrykew said local businesses have also stated their intention to re-open once the pandemic ends. “It’s promising to hear businesses are largely planning on a rebound,” Andrykew told KTW. The provincial chamber regularly surveys members and takes information gleaned to the provincial and federal governments as part of advocacy efforts. In its most recent questionnaire, 90 Kamloops businesses responded, providing perspective — which has thus far been anecdotal — on the local economy amid the novel coronavirus outbreak. Andrykew said a little more than 40 per cent of local businesses that responded said they have closed, 70 per cent reported decreased sales and an average of nine employees have been laid off. (It is unclear what types of businesses responded, though it is believed to be a wide range of small businesses.) Andrykew expected the number of businesses with decreased sales to be higher. “It could be that some professional services responded, maybe some grocery stores, liquor stores, which are really the only sectors I’ve heard of that are doing the same or slightly lower or better,” he said. See CHAMBER, A5

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MICHAEL POTESTIO PHOTOS/KTW City of Kamloops bylaws officers will ensure users of McArthur Island — and the park’s popular skateboarding facility — are practising physical distancing. The skate park has had a fence erected around it and the number of users permitted at one time is now limited.

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In response to a lack of physical distancing among skaters, the City of Kamloops has decided to step in and control usage of the skateboard park on McArthur Island, while also shutting down the ring road around the island to vehicular traffic to allow more spacious pedestrian and cycling access. City of Kamloops CAO David Trawin said the skateboard area has seen “overcrowding.” Some complaints have also popped up online. As a result, construction fencing has been installed to limit the number of people using it at one time and city staff will monitor usage and encourage physical distancing. “We’ll have a person there to make sure that social distancing occurs and limit the numbers,” Trawin said. As for the ring road, Trawin said many people are walking around the island. However, with plenty of people on the narrow pathway at one time, walking at different speeds and in different directions, Trawin said

The city has closed the ring road on McArthur Island to vehicular traffic, thereby giving pedestrians and cyclists more room to practise physical distancing.

physical distancing was challenging. Sports, meanwhile, are cancelled on McArthur Island and many people are looking to get fresh air and exercise amid a time of isolation at home. “We decided, ‘Hey, park your car.’ There’s no reason to drive your car all the way down there, anyway,” Trawin said. “Park your car and walk. That way, the whole road is available for walking, other than for city

vehicles, emergency vehicles that are needed. Then, people can still enjoy the outdoors and practise social distancing.” Last week, B.C. announced closure of provincial parks and the Nature Conservancy of Canada followed suit by closing access to its properties and trails, including the Lac du Bois Conservation Area, Rattlesnake Bluff and the Napier Lake Ranch Conservation Area in the Kamloops area However, city parks remain open. Trawin said the city’s goal is to keep park space open, so long as people abide by physical-distancing rules. Asked about other skateboard parks in town, Trawin said the downtown and Rayleigh facilities have been monitored and have not so far been deemed problematic. Trawin said the city will also be stepping up monitoring of the Kamloops Bike Ranch in Juniper Ridge. “We want to keep the facilities open to the public, but we want to make sure social distancing is followed,” Trawin said. “If it isn’t, then we’ll take action.”

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To me, this is a definite asset in welcoming new people as well as introducing current Kamloopsians to other areas of this fantastic region. In this incredibly busy market it is very important to be working with a Realtor who can provide you with any new listings promptly. If you would like me to be that person, please contact me and let’s get you packing. You can contact me by phone or email and I look forward to working with you.

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Health Minister Adrian Dix and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry updated COVID-19 numbers at Tuesday’s press conference in Victoria. UPDATED COVID-19 DATA AS OF APRIL 14: Total confirmed cases: 1,517 New cases since April 13:

27 new cases in B.C. Total deaths: 72 (all have occurred in Vancouver Coastal, Fraser and Vancouver Island health regions and the majority of deaths have occurred in longterm care facilities). New deaths since April 13: 3 (two in long-term care facilities in Vancouver Coastal and one in a long-term care facility in Fraser). Total fully recovered: 942 Number of patients being

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In March, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business conducted a survey of small businesses impacted across the country, which drew 10,000 respondents. It showed 77 per cent of businesses were partially or entirely closed, due to the pandemic, and only 21 per cent remained fully open. Sixty per cent of businesses fully closed said they were confident their business would re-open. Unlike small businesses in Kamloops, which show optimism in re-opening, one-third of business owners who took part in the national survey said they were unsure whether or not they would reopen. Meanwhile, the survey found the average cost of the pandemic on small busi-

nesses across the country is $160,000. Kamloops numbers were not available. However, some local insight could be gleaned on the effectiveness of government supports. Andrykew said local business owners stated they have been happy with clarity of restrictions, such as physical distancing, and employee support programs, including the expansion of employment insurance and the Canada Emergency Response Benefit. Meanwhile, they are unhappy with cash-flow assistance and measures to prevent layoffs. Andrykew said businesses are grappling with a six-week application timeline with the federal wage subsidy program. “Six weeks is a long time, specifically when a lot of businesses had already been dealing with it two or three weeks

before the program was even able to be applied for,” Andrykew said. “Now, you’re looking at eight to nine weeks from the moment that businesses were impacted to when they’re actually going to see some cash from the subsidy. “Some may not be able to last that long, with that cash not coming in.” Andrykew said the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce and its provincial counterpart will continue to advocate for improved cash flow for businesses, as well as action around commercial leases. For a list of federal government supports for small businesses, go online to https://www.cfib-fcei.ca/en/advocacy/ my-business-from-startup-to-retirement/covid-19-how-the-federal-government-is-supporting-small-business. The list will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.

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Kamloops Food Bank is busier than ever EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SAID CLIENT NUMBERS HAVE INCREASED DUE TO PANDEMIC TIM PETRUK

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Bernadette Siracky calls it the “new normal” for the Kamloops Food Bank. Siracky, the agency’s executive director, said sweeping changes were made necessary last month when physical-distancing rules came into effect and the COVID19 pandemic’s toll on the economy led to mass layoffs. “We’ve literally changed everything because we cannot afford to close our doors,” Siracky told KTW. “There are too many people in the city who need us and we expect there will be more.” Pre-pandemic, the Kamloops Food Bank’s 12-person staff was augmented with a daily average of about 30 volunteers, Siracky said. In order to comply with physical-distancing guidelines in the agency’s North Shore facility, Siracky said the number of volunteers has been cut in half. But there is more work than ever. “When the crisis hit we, as everybody else, were unprepared

The Kamloops Food Bank’s semiannual Rotary Food Drive will take place on Saturday, April 18. Look for biodegradable yellow bags in today’s edition of Kamloops This Week, which can be filled with non-perishable food items and placed at the end of your driveways on Saturday morning for collection. “Healthy product in cans is something we really need right now,” Kamloops Food Bank executive director Bernadette Siracky said. “I think this could be our best one yet. It’s tangible, it’s easy and people are looking for ways to help. What’s easier than just going into your pantry?”

for the directives from the government in regards to social distancing and sanitizing, et cetera,” Siracky said. “So we were sourcing things like gloves, sanitizer, Plexiglass. And we’ve reduced the number of volunteers in the building in a day, which increases the work for those here.”

Early in the crisis, Siracky said, question marks about the grocery supply chain meant days of uncertainty for food banks across Canada. She said those issues have been resolved. “Although I wouldn’t say it’s business as usual, we’ve increased our client hours,” she said, noting

a significant uptick in new clients — people who have not depended on a food bank in the past. “The amount of clients, that number is only going to increase, as is expected at every food bank across the country.” Siracky said the physicaldistancing aspect has made the COVID-19 pandemic unique

among crises. “When the wildfires would hit in the past, we would have a business call up and say they have 20 volunteers,” she said. “This is a very different beast because we cannot invite them to help. It’s new for us.” But, Siracky said, the Kamloops community is finding other ways to help. “People are trying to find any way to support us,” she said. “Businesses, they know they can’t come here and help us. But they’re supporting us with money knowing our needs are only going to increase.” NEW FOOD BANK HOURS Due to the pandemic, hours or operation at the Kamloops Food Bank have been altered: • Mondays and Wednesdays, families and single parents, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 1:30 p.m. • Tuesdays and Thursdays, adult singles and couples, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 1:30 p.m. • Fridays, seniors, 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.; all clients, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m.

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Pandemic shutters last Subways Grayden Flanagan — seen here at the Sahali Subway location on Tuesday, the last day of operation before closing — has had to shutter the remaining three busiest eateries in the city due to the pandemic. Flanagan owns all nine Subway restaurants in Kamloops and does not know when, or if, they will re-open. DAVE EAGLES/KTW

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The owner of the city’s nine Subway restaurants has opted to shutter his storefronts, citing an overwhelming desire to keep his employees healthy as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Grayden Flanagan said he made the decision late last week after a family friend who contracted the novel coronavirus disease was intubated. “After that, my wife looks at me and says, ‘What are we doing?’ I said, ‘I don’t know,’” he told KTW. “We could probably limp through it, but why? For the safety of my staff — I don’t think they should have to be out there being put at risk. I don’t want anything to happen to any of my staff. “I just couldn’t live

with myself.” Business has been slow for Subway since the pandemic took hold. Last month, Flanagan opted to temporarily close six of his nine Subway locations — leaving stores in Sahali, North Kamloops and Dallas in operation. At that time, he laid off about 80 per cent of his 90 employees. As of

April 14, the remaining 20 or so workers will find themselves out of a job. “They’re all in agreement with me,” Flanagan said. “I said, ‘I’m not putting your safety in jeopardy.’ They would come in if I asked them to, but that’s not fair.” According to Flanagan, business in his restaurants has been down 82 per cent since

COVID-19 has upended the economy. He said his debt from overhead costs is increasing every week. “You have operating costs that are usually covered with sales,” he said. “But you can’t do that with an 80 to 90 per cent drop in business. When you have this type of operation and a situation

like this, it accumulates debt really fast. This is going to be devastating to small- and mediumsized businesses in this country.” Flanagan said he is concerned the pandemic could bring on the end of his Subway operations. “We appreciate all the support we’ve had from this community,” he said. “But I’ve been doing this for 31 years and I just can’t believe we’re looking at maybe not being able to survive this. That’s a real possibility.”

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MUSINGS the ongoing pandemic events, to updating our comprehensive list of businesses that remain open in some form, to what our politicians at city hall, SD73 and the TNRD are doing, to profiling various unsung heroes in our community, to how our artists and athletes are coping in this bizarre and frightening era. I thought it timely to explain a bit about how we at KTW are proceeding during the pandemic. Our office, like the vast majority in Kamloops, is closed to the public, but we remain open for business. Including myself, we have about a half-dozen people in our Dalhousie Drive location daily, staying far more than six feet from each other as we put in long days. It is somewhat eerie to be greeted by echoes in what, not long ago, was a loud, bustling newspaper office. Then again, one finds more productivity when not being bothered by myriad visitors to

one’s desk. Every day seems like the few hours on Sundays I often spend at work — and I miss the cacophony of journalism. Our sales team and our reporters have been working from home for the past few weeks, spending hours on the phone and, in some cases, venturing out when necessary. We are becoming well-versed in all sorts of tele-conferencing gadgets, from Zoom meetings with video to the text-based Slack app the newsroom uses to communicate, share photos and proof PDF versions of pages that appear on your doorsteps every Wednesday (and, hopefully, once this pandemic ends and the economy recovers, Fridays again). There are some reading this right now and wondering what the heck a Zoom or Slack is. I hear you. It wasn’t that long ago that those brand names were a mystery to me. Then again, the terms “novel coronavirus” and “COVID-19” were not even in the general lexicon a mere five months ago. It is truly amazing how adaptable we can all be in a crisis. Life as we know it under the pandemic has only existed for a few weeks, though it feels like a lifetime for many of us. We all long for pre-pandemic things we didn’t truly appreciate at the time — and many are simple pleasures. If I can again work in a newsroom without echoes, that will be a victory. editor@kamloopsthisweek.com Twitter: @ChrisJFoulds

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ADVICE FROM CHINA: STAY INSIDE DOCTOR URGES PATIENTS TO KEEP IN TOUCH VIRTUALLY Editor: As a family physician who practices in Sun Peaks and in Kamloops, I’ve changed the way I see my patients, as have most of my colleagues. We’ve moved to a virtual care model that helps keep you, our patients, safe from COVID-19 and ensure that we and our office staff stay safe, as well. Through virtual care, we can ensure our patients are able to access the care they need. We’re able to treat most conditions and, if necessary, prescribe medication. It’s very easy and secure. If an in-person visit is needed, our offices will arrange that, too, in a way that will be safe. If you call our offices, our medical staff will guide you through the process. We want to emphasize how important it is for you to continue to receive ongoing care from your family doctor or nurse practitioner. We know our patients, their families and their history. You should continue to address your medical issues, especially if you have a chronic condition. Keep well and be safe. Dr. Chip Bantock Kamloops

Editor: I read in Kamloops This Week from my home in China that the City of Kamloops continues to keep its parks open. I think that encourages people to get out and exercise in those parks at a time when they should be staying inside. I still cannot believe there are people who think physical- distancing is the answer. Sheltering inside is how we managed to break the virus here in Hubei province, which was hit hard by COVID-19 in February. My students keep asking me why people are still going outside in Canada, Europe and the United States. For more than two months, 500-million people in China stayed inside their

homes. The streets were empty, the parks were empty, stores and businesses were shuttered and the economy suffered as people stayed inside. But the novel coronavirus started to subside and sheltering inside became a rallying cry to beat the virus into submission — and we did. Today, the streets are starting to come alive, yet the schools are still closed as there is a cautious optimism and the authorities do not want to risk another outbreak. Canada has to make sure everyone who is not an essential worker stays inside. The lives of doctors and nurses and other frontline workers depend on people staying inside. If Canada shuts down the country

and imposes the measures China implemented, Canadians can be virus-free within the next six to eight weeks. If not, Canada could very well be in this situation through the summer and into the fall. Jerry Lee Huanggang, Hubei, China Editor’s note: Jerry Lee is a former Kamloops resident now living one hour from Wuban City, China, where the novel coronavirus originated. Lee’s two adult children still live in Kamloops. Lee was the subject of an April 1 KTW story on the situation in China as the virus began spreading. That feature story can be read online at kamloopsthisweek.com by searching “Jerry Lee.”

WE NEED NOT BE SOCIALLY DISCONNECTING Editor: I recently ventured into the new society for the first time since stay-at-home advice began. I admit to feeling some fear, but not a fear of COVID-19 or economic collapse. Fellow shoppers averted their eyes and

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only a few smiled or greeted me with a “hi.” It may be different in other communities, but that is not the norm in Kamloops. We share a neighbourly friendship. Kamloopsians, make the effort to smile and greet others.

Editor: Loiterers at the North Shore transit exchange behind Northills Centre are a serious social distancing issue. With all that is going on with the COVID-19 pandemic, I do not understand why this is allowed to continue.

We need to decide to protect the Kamloops personality and care for each other. Physical distancing does not have to socially disconnect us. Susanne Gore-Flukinger Kamloops

It is uncomfortable to transit users to have to wait for buses while drunk and disorderly people hang around in the bus shelters and in direct contravention of not only the rules posted in the exchange against those actions, but also in violation of physical-distancing orders among the people

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with legitimate reasons for being at the transit exchange. I realize it is a nuisance for bylaws officers to deal with this on a daily basis, but considering the pandemic, it can no longer be dealt with lightly. The city needs to deal with it. Barry Vadnais, Kamloops

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Band projects have also been impacted. Casimir said contracts about to expire have not been renewed, while staff are monitoring freshet and snow melt, with those types of services to continue, in addition to agriculture. Meanwhile, assistance initiatives underway include a rental increase and eviction freeze, food packages for the band’s most vulnerable, financial aid for residents older than 18 and an outreach program for elders, who are particular vulnerable to the novel coronavirus. Casimir said the pandemic has been difficult for band members, especially elders. “But we’ve been working and are starting to make things better, incorporating an outreach program for them, who are most vulnerable, and making sure the ones that do not have access to telephone and internet, that we have someone reaching out to them and there’s this continual flow of information and exactly what’s happening,” Casimir said. Kamloops Mayor Ken Christian and Casimir recently released a joint video, outlining response measures to the pandemic and continued communication between the band and city. A community-to-community forum between the two governments was cancelled due to COVID-19.

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Casimir said the two leaders continue to stay in touch on a regular basis. “We have an excellent relationship with the City of Kamloops,” she said. “At any time, between the mayor and myself, we will send each other texts. I have reached out sometimes in regards to some questions. Some of our joint services include fire, RCMP, transit and we also have agreements, as well. “Those types of things are on a continual basis. They have a very significant emergency operations centre, compared to us. Definitely, collaboration between their team and our team. On the technical side, they’re very much in contact.” Casimir, who said she is in good health, added she has been learning to manage meetings digitally amid the pandemic. When reached by KTW, she was at the band office. Though Casimir said the band is on the right track, she stressed the importance to band members and Kamloops residents alike not to let up with physical distancing and other measures urged by health experts. “Let’s keep up our current health record of no COVID-19 cases within our community,” she said. “We’re all doing this together. Let’s continue doing that.”

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hey spent months planning their big day, but never planned

for this. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Kamloops couples set on walking down the aisle this summer are making alternate arrangements — postponing until 2021, scrambling for a date this fall or moving ahead without guests. Leanne Power and Levante Whittingstall have been together for 21 years and were to wed on June 20. Though some were optimistic restrictions would be lifted in time for their nuptials, Power, a healthcare worker, was unwilling to take the risk and rebooked for next year. Little did the couple

know that as they were busy re-arranging their wedding due to COVID-19, they contracted the virus themselves, a sign for them it was the right decision. “I’m still recovering,” Power said, noting she tested positive, but has been monitored and is returning to work this week. “I’m not contagious. I’m on day 24 [as of Monday] or something like that now, but I still have some lasting effects, unfortunately. Same with my fiancé. That was an interesting twist to it all.” Payton Derby and Austin Konst were planning to get married on July 11. However, due to the financial impact of Derby being laid off from her serving job while trying to pay for a wedding and travel restrictions currently in place limiting family attendance, the couple decided to postpone their wedding until the fall.

September wasn’t their first choice — a busy time for families as kids head back to school — but now they are grateful to have secured a new date early, with other couples scrambling to rebook into October. As for the possibility a second COVID-19 wave could impact the couple’s new wedding date, Derby said vendors told her the date could be moved again, should that situation arise. If it gets to that point, she said, the couple may just elope. Bailee Renner and Shandon Le Blanc, meanwhile, still plan to get married on May 16. However, due to the pandemic, their wedding of 120 will now include only five guests: Renner’s parents, two friends and an officiant. The wedding date was important, already inscribed on the inside of Le Blanc’s wedding band.

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May 16 will be their legal wedding date and they will celebrate with friends and family next year. “I was disappointed at first because we had such a big beautiful wedding planned out, but now I’ve accepted it and I’d rather still get married on that date,” Renner said. “I’ve waited this long to finally marry him and, honestly, I feel like nothing’s going to stop us now.” Meanwhile, vendors are trying to be as flexible as possible, balancing the significant costs borne by couples in putting on a wedding without losing money themselves. Lining up all of the moving pieces of a wedding can be difficult at the best of times, but Derby said vendors have been accommodating. She didn’t lose money on deposits, nor accrue extra fees. Her makeup artist even committed to working two events on her new date. Photographer Rozalind Panasuk called the pandemic “devastating” for couples who have planned weddings up to two years in advance. She is trying to be as flexible as possible. “I know if I was a bride and this was happening, that would be devastating enough,” Panasuk said. “I want to try and be the least of their worries and just want to try and be there to help them through this so that it’s still a memorable and amazing day.”

Photographer Kathleen Fisher said April, May and June weddings have been postponed, with July, August and September couples beginning to reach out for plan B. Fisher said wedding industry vendors have created a Facebook group online in response to the pandemic and are trying to be consistent and compassionate, with the majority of vendors offering to transfer the date to next year without additional fees. Both Panasuk and Fisher are doing just that. While some couples have already made alternate plans, many in that situation are wondering what to do without a firm timeline of when restrictions will be lifted and are turning to online forums usually reserved for reselling wedding items for guidance. “I’d say 90 per cent of our clientele are making the decision to postpone,” Fisher said. “It’s just one less thing for couples to stress about, as well. A wedding is already a bit stressful to plan and so many of these couples have spent a year or longer planning it and now they pretty much have to do that all over again. “Then, life is just weird and stressful right now.” Fisher suggested making the decision sooner than later. Couples planning 2021 weddings may have already secured dates now being

sought by 2020 couples. Panasuk anticipates elopements and Friday, Sunday and weekday weddings to become increasingly popular. Fisher, meanwhile, said she was planning to get married next summer and had blocked off time from shooting weddings to spend with family. She will now use that time to accommodate scrambling couples, her big day being another wedding postponed due to the pandemic. “Both of us are selfemployed and heavily rely on the wedding industry, so at the rate things are going, we probably won’t have much work this summer,” Fisher said. “Realistically, I do want a big party since I photograph weddings every weekend. I want one for myself. “And I’ve always wanted to do it smartly. I don’t want to go into debt for it. So we’ll probably wait another year or two.” TIPS FOR COUPLES: • Contact vendors who need to order products in advance, such as food or flowers, as soon as possible; • Make a decision about six weeks out, depending on the individual situation; • Touch base with and update guests on plans; • Have a back-up plan; • Decide what’s most important and follow health guidelines.

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Colten Dear Doctor, Thank you for keeping Kamloops safe and healthy. I appreciate you for treating people with corona virus. Our community needs you because corona virus needs to stop! I have some questions that you could maybe answer. How many people in Kamloops have corona virus? What is it like treating people with COVID-19? Are you scared to go to work? I’d be scared to catch the virus. How long are we going to be quarantined? I like being quarantined because I get to be with my family. My family and I have been in isolation for 3 weeks. I hope you hear me banging pots and pans at 7:00 pm. I want you to know that I really appreciate you.

Dear Nurse Thank you for keeping Kamloops safe. I appreciate you helping people get better. Our community needs you because you try to keep people healthy. I am thankful for what your doing becaus e it is helping our community. I want you to know that I’m not going to school, not going to stores, not see ing my friends, and it is very hard. Please keep healthy and safe!

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Elected officials meet in a pandemic era JESSICA WALLACE STAFF REPORTER jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

Last week marked Kamloops council’s first digital meeting and its first regular meeting amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The province issued a ministerial order that allows local governments to hold council and board meetings electronically and without the public present. Mayor Ken Christian and councillors Mike O’Reilly, Arjun Singh and Bill Sarai physically distanced in council chambers, while councillors Dale Bass, Denis Walsh, Kathy Sinclair, Sadie Hunter and Dieter Dudy tuned in electronically via video-conferencing technology. By and large, the meeting went relatively well, given the circumstances and it being the first crack

at it, with discussion occurring and decisions made. Challenges included microphones on or off at the wrong time, viewers being unable to hear councillors in council chambers when they voted and the feed cutting out at least once, when some-

one was lost. The most significant drawback to council meetings in an era of physical distancing, meanwhile, remains the inability for the public to get involved. KTW, for example, typically attends council meetings in person, in order to ask questions of staff and council as decisions are made. However, neither media nor the public can attend the meetings held amid the pandemic. Meanwhile, public hearings and committee meetings have also been postponed indefinitely. Without that physical means of attending a meeting, KTW will continue to contact staff and council. Digital communications are also available to the public. To contact city council, find

COMMITTEE MEETINGS ON HOLD FOR NOW The city has cancelled all committee and committee of the whole meetings until the end of May. The decision was approved by city council. The committees normally meet at least quarterly, with council and staff representation from various city departments. The committee meetings are where many issues at city hall get hashed out. For example, the civic operations committee recently called for a review of snow clearing. Meanwhile, committee of the whole meetings are opportunities for council to workshop ideas. One committee of the whole meeting that was anticipated imminently was to discuss the city’s climateaction strategy.

their phone numbers and email addresses online at kamlops.ca. In addition, if you have a story idea, email jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com. Kamloops council normally gathers on Tuesday afternoons for its regular meetings, as it did last week. This week, however, the regular meeting will take place on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Go online to kamloops.ca to watch the meeting. The Kamloops-Thompson School District is meeting via Facebook Live, allowing for the public to get involved. Meanwhile, the ThompsonNicola Regional District continues to meet, but without any broadcast format, with the media and public not able to attend via video.

Stop-work order issued The City of Kamloops said it has issued a stop-work order on a residential project at The Dunes at Kamloops Golf Course after work on it began without appropriate permitting. The city’s development director, Marvin Kwiatkowski, said activity has appeared on site, noting a stop-work order was placed and fines would be issued. “Not overly impressed with that activity that’s gone on before it’s

come to council,” Kwiatkowski said. “I take that quite seriously.” In addition, Coun. Dale Bass said residents would like to see construction equipment utilize Westsyde Road, rather than residential streets. Council ultimately approved a development permit for the project, which is a four-storey apartment building with 39 units, located at 651 Dunes Rd. Bill Bilton Sr. previously told KTW the building is part of a multi-phase project.

Council meeting today COVID-19: How you can help our Seniors Here are some ways you can help Seniors in our community during this challenging time:

Practice social distancing. Seniors (especially those with underlying conditions) are most at risk.

If you are going to the store and have a Senior neighbour, ask them if they need anything picked up. Drop off groceries on the porch to maintain distance.

Offer to place a grocery order online for Seniors who don’t have access to the internet.

Call, Facetime, and/or email with Senior family members and friends to keep up with social interaction.

Kamloops council is taking the unusual step of meeting on a Wednesday this week, after Easter long weekend, in response to the novel coronavirus outbreak. The meeting comes after Kamloops This Week’s press deadline. On the agenda is freshet preparation, notice that a funding application for the Riverside Park revitalization project — including for a refrigerated, outdoor skating rink, was declined and planned endorsement of Coun. Arjun Singh to run for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities board.

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Wildfires flare up over Easter long weekend BLAZES ARE LARGELY UNDER CONTROL AND ALL ARE SUSPECTED TO BE HUMAN-CAUSED MICHAEL POTESTIO

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The BC Wildfire Service has a handle on multiple suspected human-caused fires discovered in the Kamloops Fire Centre on Easter Sunday. The largest is the Lauder Road fire that grew to 50 hectares as of Monday, from about 20 hectares when it was discovered 8.5 kilometres east of Highway 5A near Merritt. Fire information officer Kyla Fraser said four firefighters were tending to that fire on Monday and

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it is currently being held. “The fire was burning in higher elevations, so it would have been experiencing freezing temperatures overnight and that helps the fire put itself out,” Fraser said. On Sunday, a wildfire crew was building a handguard along the southern flank of another fire, now mapped at 8.9 hectares in size, about 17 kilometres north of Lytton. Fraser said a crew of five remained on scene as of Monday and the wildfire is still classified as out of control, but there are some rocks in the area that will act as a natural control line that will

help to contain the fire. There was also a wildfire that sparked on Sunday near Knouff Lake Road. Fraser said the blaze was approximately five by 10 metres in size, but crews doused the flames and it is now classified as under control. “We won’t have anyone returning to that fire today [Monday],” she said. Meanwhile, two fires that began on Sunday south of Cawston, near the Similkameen River, are now considered under control, Fraser said. One fire was mapped at two hectares in size and the other at 0.8 hectares.

The first quarter of 2020 saw 91,683 passengers come through Kamloops Airport, an 11 cent decrease from the 101,966 passengers who arrived and departed during the same January through March period in 2019. The pandemic’s obvious impact on air travel could be seen in the second half of March, with the

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The BC Wildfire Service discovered one new fire on Monday — a blaze near Dunn Lake Road of unknown size. Fraser said most of the fires in the region over the Easter long weekend are suspected to be human caused as the fire centre hasn’t experienced any lightning as of yet. “It’s really common this time of year to have human-caused fires,” she said. The provincial government and provincial health officer had urged people not to travel during the Easter long weekend as the COVID19 pandemic continues.

final month’s passenger tally at 21,123, a 38 per cent drop from March 2019, when 33,898 passengers passed through Fulton Field. “Passenger numbers started out very strong in Q1, at levels well above last year’s record activity,” airport managing director Ed Ratuski said. “However, as the reach and severity of the

Fraser said the number of fires detected over the long weekend isn’t surprising, noting increased fire activity is something they usually see over a long weekend and it was the final long weekend before a provincewide open burning prohibition comes into effect. The ban on open burning — not including campfires — will be enacted on April 15, two months earlier than in 2019. Fraser said it’s a good time to remind people to ensure they are being careful if conducting any last minute open burning or if going into the backcountry.

COVID-19 pandemic became known and associated travel restrictions took effect, passenger traffic and scheduled passenger flights rapidly declined from mid-March onward.” Kamloops Airport will remain fully operational for medivac, wildfire, cargo and charter flight activity.

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Even when we’re apart, we stand together. While physical distancing is the right thing to do to defeat the COVID-19 virus, coming together to support one another is the most important thing we can do to keep our country strong. In these uncertain times, we need each other more than ever before. That’s why we’ve created the RBC Client Relief Program. You’ve had many questions and will have many more as events evolve. We want you to know we are listening, and we’ll provide the support you need, especially if you are in challenging circumstances. First, let me share what we’re doing to relieve some of the day-to-day pressure on your personal ﬁnances by: •

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Second, we know many of our clients are facing additional pressure from lost employment, a major disruption in their business or unique family circumstances. Our employees are here to connect with you directly to create a personal plan to relieve the pressure you are facing. This may include reducing credit card interest charges by 50% for clients receiving credit card minimum payment deferrals. If you are experiencing more extreme ﬁnancial hardship, please book a call with an advisor through our online appointment booking service. Third, for our commercial and small business clients – key engines of the Canadian economy – you can count on RBC to provide immediate relief by enabling payment deferral and temporary limit increases where needed. We are also temporarily waiving setup fees for business client enrollment in electronic cash management and remote cheque processing solutions. We are working closely with government to implement their new programs for business, and our advisors are here to help you. RBC has been serving Canadians for more than 150 years and we’ve seen a lot during that time. The challenges may differ, but the resolve of our employees never wavers. I want to thank all our employees for their compassion and extraordinary dedication during this time. The situation today is very ﬂuid, and as events evolve so will our approach. We stand together with you. Sincerely,

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LOCAL NEWS WE'VE GOT MORE THAN 575 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL THIS WEEK. We are at roughly one third of our goal of getting 1,800 donors (2% of the population of Kamloops) for the Kamloops This Week Reader Support program. Here are the more than 475 people who agreed to be thanked publicly as of Tuesday afternoon (April 14).

We're especially thankful to June, Joe and Glen Butler of Butler Auto & RV Centre Kamloops who have thrown down a challenge to other local business owners to match or beat their donation of $1,000 - thank you for your generous support!

NATHAN RITCHIE PHOTO Police cordoned off the 400-block of Tranquille Road on Tuesday morning after a man in his 30s was shot near the intersection with Yew Street. The investigation is ongoing.

Three arrested after North Shore shooting sends man to hospital KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

One man is in hospital and three men are in custody after a shooting in North Kamloops early Tuesday morning. Investigators were called to the area of Tranquille Road and Yew Street at about 4:20 a.m. for a report of a fight. When they arrived, they found a man who had been shot. RCMP Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said the

victim, in his 30s, was taken to hospital in serious condition. Three men were found in the area and arrested. Police had the 400-block of Tranquille Road cordoned off for a few hours Tuesday morning as they gathered evidence. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call police at 250-828-3000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Most rental payments made despite pandemic, Kelson Group boss says TIM PETRUK STAFF REPORTER tim@kamloopsthisweek.com

One of the largest property-management companies in Kamloops says the vast majority of its tenants have made rent payments in April, despite the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down vast swaths of the Canadian economy and putting hundreds of thousands of workers out of a job. “So far, it’s difficult for many, but more residents have paid their rent for April 1 than we expected,” Jason Fawcett, vice-president and general manager of Kelson Group, told KTW, estimating about 90 per cent of the company’s 1,200 tenants had made full or partial payments at the start of the month. “The residents are being resilient and most of them are doing their best to pay their rent,” he said.

Fawcett said Kelson Group offered a five per cent discount to all tenants who paid April’s rent by the first of the month. He said company staff are working on payment plans with the remaining renters. According to Fawcett, tenants have many questions about payments and a provincial program aiming to provide landlords with $500 in rent money for laid-off workers. “Our building managers have had a lot of calls,” he said. “We set up an online site and that’s helped eliminate some of the trouble in communication.” Fawcett said the plan for Victoria to pay $500 in rent for those who are out of work could prove helpful. “It can be good,” he said. “But we haven’t seen enough details yet to know exactly how it’s going to work. But from what we know, it should be a big help to tenants and landlords.”

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Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC, as General Partner of Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P. Trans Mountain Expansion Project, Notice of Proposed Detailed Route Pursuant to Paragraph 34(1)(b) of the National Energy Board Act and Paragraph 201(1)(b) of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act IN THE MATTER OF the Canadian Energy Regulator Act, National Energy Board Act and the Regulations made thereunder. AND IN THE MATTER OF the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity OC-065 approving the general route of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. AND IN THE MATTER OF an application by Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC, on behalf of Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P., (“Trans Mountain”), respecting the determination and approval of the detailed route for the construction of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, approximately 1179.9 kilometres in length, commencing at Trans Mountain’s Terminal located in Sherwood Park, Alberta to Westridge Marine Terminal located in Burnaby, British Columbia, and specifically respecting the detailed route for the construction of the Proposed Route: Segment 4 as shown on the adjacent Route Map (Figure 1). TO: GEORGE ROBERT MCMAHON (“Landowner”) Being the registered owner(s), in so far as they can be ascertained, of the lands required for the detailed route of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, located at PID: 002-778-645 Legal Description: DISTRICT LOT 2954 KAMLOOPS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT EXCEPT PLAN H8322 Title Number: KG7434 From Title Number: X72796 (the “Lands”) Trans Mountain is seeking to locate the Landowner, or heirs of the Landowner, described above in order to provide them with information and this notice concerning the detailed route of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. The Individual Ownership Sketch details the route of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, specific to the portion of the above Lands included within the permanent easement agreement with Trans Mountain (Figure 2). If you have a legal right to the Lands described above and wish to oppose the proposed detailed route of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, including the method and timing of construction of the pipeline, you may file a written statement of opposition with the Canada Energy Regulator (“CER”) within thirty (30) days of the publication of this notice. The written statement of opposition must set out the nature of your interest in the proposed detailed route and the grounds for your opposition to that route. In light of the previous detailed route processes that were conducted for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project in 2017 and 2018, the CER will only accept statements of opposition that raise concerns regarding a material change in circumstances from the original detailed route processes. A copy of any written statement of opposition to this detailed route must be sent to the following addresses: Canada Energy Regulator Suite 210, 517 Tenth Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2R 0A8 Attention: Louise George, Secretary of the Commission of the CER Phone: 403-292-4800 Toll Free Fax: 1-877-288-8803 Email: TMX.ProcessHelp@cer-rec.gc.ca Website: www.cer-rec.gc.ca

And to: Trans Mountain Expansion Project Suite 2700, 300 5th Ave SW, Calgary Alberta T2P 5J2, Attention: Alain Parisé, Director, Land Fax: 403-514-6401 Email: TMEP_Land@transmountain.com The process for considering statements of opposition will be as follows: • Previous detailed route decisions, including conditions imposed by the National Energy Board, will stand if no statement of opposition is filed in relation to them within thirty (30) days following the publication of this notice. Accordingly, no action on the part of a landowner is required to ensure that Trans Mountain continues to be bound by the conditions in the original detailed route decisions. • If a written statement of opposition is filed with the CER within thirty (30) days following the publication of this notice, the statement relates to a previous detailed route decision, and the statement raises concerns regarding a material change in circumstances from the original detailed route process, the CER will conduct a review of the previous detailed route decision. • For detailed route hearings that were in progress on August 30, 2018 and no decision was issued, landowners and Indigenous communities need to register their continued objection by filing a statement of opposition within thirty (30) days following the publication of this notice. The CER will then continue the hearing and may add new process steps, as necessary, to address any valid concerns with respect to changed circumstances. • Landowners and Indigenous communities that did not file a statement of opposition in the previous detailed route process, whose statement of opposition was rejected or that withdrew their statement of opposition prior to a detailed route hearing, may file a new statement of opposition within thirty (30) days following the publication of this notice. If the statement of opposition raises a material change in circumstances, the CER will hold a hearing to consider those concerns, in relation to any section or part of the pipeline affected by the concerns disclosed in the written statement. The CER is not required to give any notice, hold any hearing or take any other action with respect to any written statement of opposition filed with the CER and may at any time disregard any such written statement if the person who filed the statement files a notice of withdrawal, or it appears to the CER that the statement is frivolous, vexatious or is not made in good faith. If the CER determines it appropriate to hold a public hearing, the CER will fix a suitable time and place for the hearing and will publish a notice of the hearing in at least one issue of a publication in general circulation within the area in which the lands acquired or proposed to be acquired are situated. The CER will also send a notice of the public hearing to each person who has filed a written statement of opposition with the CER. The public hearing will be conducted within the area in which the lands to which the statement relates are situated. The CER, or a person authorized by the CER, may make such inspection of the lands acquired or proposed to be acquired, or affected by, construction of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, as deemed necessary by the CER. If the CER determines a public hearing is required, the CER will permit each person who filed a written statement of opposition that met the requirements to make representations and may allow any other interested person to make representations before it as the CER deems proper. The CER will take into account all written statements of opposition and all representations made at the public hearing in determining the best possible route of the pipeline, and the most

appropriate methods and timing of construction for the Trans Mountain Expansion. The CER may impose in any approval, such terms and conditions as it considers proper. Where the CER has held a public hearing in respect of any section or part of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, and has approved or refused to approve the plan, profile and book of reference respecting that section or part, it will forward a copy of its decision and reasons to the Minister and each person who made representations to the CER at the public hearing. The CER may fix such amount as it deems reasonable in respect of the actual costs reasonably incurred by any person who makes representations to the CER at such a public hearing, and the amount so fixed will be paid forthwith to the person by Trans Mountain. Copies of the plan, profile and book of reference for the detailed route of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project may be obtained by calling 1-866-514-6700 or emailing info@transmountain.com. You may also view it online at https://www.transmountain.com/detailed-route or in person at: Canada Energy Regulator Library 2nd Floor, 517 Tenth Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2R 0A8 Toll Free Telephone: 1-800-899-1265 Information and templates, including a Statement of Opposition form, are also available at www.cer-rec.gc.ca/TransMountainExpansion. A copy of any such written statement of opposition to this detailed route must be sent to the following addresses: Canada Energy Regulator Suite 210, 517 Tenth Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2R 0A8 Attention: Louise George, Secretary of the Commission of the CER Toll Free Fax: 1-877-288-8803 Email: TMX.ProcessHelp@cer-rec.gc.ca Website: www.cer-rec.gc.ca And to: Trans Mountain Expansion Project Suite 2700, 300 5th Ave SW Calgary Alberta T2P 5J2 Attention: Alain Parisé, Director, Land Fax: 403-514-6401 Email: TMEP_Land@transmountain.com The CER’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process will be available and communicated by the CER when it is determined a public hearing will be held for your statement of opposition. An ADR process could take the form of a meeting between you and Trans Mountain, which may be facilitated by trained CER staff or by another neutral third party. The facilitator would assist you and Trans Mountain to develop a process that may help to resolve outstanding issues. For more information or for any questions, you can contact a CER Process Advisor at 1-800-899-1265 or TMX.ProcessHelp@cer-rec.gc.ca. Should you have any questions concerning this notice, the proposed detailed route, or the CER’s detailed route procedures, please contact Trans Mountain at 1-866-454-4717 or info@transmountain.com and a Trans Mountain representative will return your call.

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Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC, à titre de commanditaire de Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P. Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain, Avis relatif au tracé détaillé proposé en vertu de l’alinéa 34(1)(b) de la Loi sur l’Office national de l’énergie et de l’alinéa 201(1)(b) de la Loi sur la Régie canadienne de l’énergie EN CE QUI CONCERNE la Loi sur la Régie canadienne de l’énergie, la Loi sur l’Office national de l’énergie et les règlements afférents. ET EN CE QUI CONCERNE le Certificat d’utilité publique OC-065 autorisant le tracé général du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain. ET EN CE QUI CONCERNE une demande faite par Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC, au nom de Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P., (« Trans Mountain »), à l’égard de la détermination et de l’approbation du tracé détaillé prévu pour la construction du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain, dont la longueur est d’environ 1 179,9 km, et ce à partir du terminal de Trans Mountain situé à Sherwood Park, en Alberta, jusqu’au terminal maritime Westbridge situé à Burnaby, en Colombie-Britannique, et respectant spécifiquement le tracé détaillé pour la construction du tracé proposé du tronçon 4 comme le montre la carte du tracé ci-jointe (Figure 1). À:

GEORGE ROBERT MCMAHON (« propriétaire foncier ») Étant le(s) propriétaire(s) enregistré(s), dans la mesure où ils peuvent être établis, des terres requises pour le tracé détaillé du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain, situés au NIP : 002-778-645 Description légale : LOT DE DISTRICT 2954 DIVISION DE KAMLOOPS DU DISTRICT DE YALE À L’EXCEPTION DU PLAN H8322 Numéro du titre : KG7434 Provenant du numéro du titre : X72796 (les « Terres »)

Trans Mountain cherche à localiser le propriétaire foncier, ou ses héritiers, décrit ci-dessus aﬁn de lui fournir des renseignements et le présent avis concernant le tracé détaillé du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain. Le croquis du plan de propriété individuelle détaille le tracé du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain, propre à la partie des Terres susmentionnées incluse dans l’entente de servitude permanente avec Trans Mountain (Figure 2). Si vous avez un droit légal sur les Terres décrites ci-dessus et que vous souhaitez vous opposer au tracé détaillé proposé du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain, y compris la méthode et le calendrier de construction de l’oléoduc, vous pouvez déposer une déclaration d’opposition écrite auprès de la Régie de l’énergie du Canada (la « REC ») dans les trente (30) jours suivant la publication du présent avis. Dans la déclaration d’opposition écrite, vous devez préciser la nature de votre intérêt dans le tracé détaillé proposé et les motifs de votre opposition au tracé en question. À la lumière des processus relatifs au tracé détaillé qui ont été suivis pour le projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain en 2017 et en 2018, la REC n’acceptera que les déclarations d’opposition qui soulèvent des préoccupations relativement à des changements importants dans les circonstances par rapport au tracé détaillé original. Une copie de toute déclaration écrite s’opposant à ce tracé détaillé doit être envoyée aux adresses suivantes : Régie de l’énergie du Canada 517, 10e Avenue S.-O., bureau 210, Calgary (Alberta) T2R 0A8 À l’attention de : Louise George, secrétaire de la Commission de la REC Téléphone : 403-292-4800 Télécopieur sans frais : 1-877-288-8803 Courriel : TMX.Aide@cer-rec.gc.ca Site Web : www.cer-rec.gc.ca et : Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain 300, 5e Avenue S.-O., bureau 2700 Calgary (Alberta) T2P 5J2 À l’attention de : Alain Parisé, directeur, Terrains Télécopieur : 403-514-6401 Courriel : TMEP_Land@transmountain.com

Le processus d’examen des déclarations d’opposition se déroulera comme suit : • Les décisions précédentes relatives au tracé détaillé, y compris les conditions imposées par l’Office national de l’énergie, demeureront si aucune déclaration d’opposition n’est déposée relativement à ces décisions dans les trente (30) jours suivant la publication de cet avis. De même, les propriétaires fonciers n’ont aucune mesure particulière à prendre pour que Trans Mountain continue de se plier aux conditions imposées par les décisions relatives au tracé détaillé original. • Si une déclaration d’opposition écrite est déposée auprès de la REC dans les trente (30) jours suivant la publication de cet avis, que cette déclaration concerne une décision précédente relativement au tracé, et qu’elle soulève des préoccupations au sujet d’un changement important dans les circonstances par rapport au processus du tracé détaillé original, la REC procédera à un examen du précédent tracé détaillé avant de prendre une décision. • En ce qui concerne les audiences sur le tracé détaillé qui étaient en cours le 30 août 2018 et pour lesquelles aucune décision n’a été rendue, les propriétaires fonciers et les communautés autochtones doivent continuer à manifester leur opposition en déposant une déclaration d’opposition dans les trente (30) jours suivant la publication du présent avis. La REC continuera à tenir des audiences et ajoutera de nouvelles étapes au processus, le cas échéant, pour réagir à toute préoccupation valide concernant les changements de circonstances. • Les propriétaires fonciers et les communautés autochtones qui n’ont pas déposé de déclaration d’opposition à l’occasion du processus précédent relatif au tracé détaillé, dont la déclaration d’opposition a été refusée ou qui ont retiré leur déclaration d’opposition avant une audience sur le tracé détaillé, peuvent déposer une nouvelle déclaration d’opposition dans les trente (30) jours qui suivent la publication du présent avis. Si la déclaration d’opposition soulève un changement important dans les circonstances, la REC tiendra une audience afin d’étudier ces préoccupations par rapport à toutes les sections ou parties de l’oléoduc concernées par les préoccupations soulevées dans la déclaration d’opposition écrite. La REC n’est pas tenue de donner d’avis, ni de tenir d’audience, ni d’entreprendre de démarches à l’égard de toute déclaration d’opposition écrite déposée auprès de la REC et se réserve le droit, à tout moment, de rejeter ladite déclaration écrite si la personne ayant déposé la déclaration dépose un avis de retrait ou si la REC juge la déclaration frivole, vexatoire ou faite de mauvaise foi. Si la REC estime qu’il convient de tenir une audience publique, elle fixera une date et un lieu convenables pour l’audience et publiera par la suite un avis d’audience dans au moins un numéro d’une publication à grand tirage dans la région où se trouvent les terrains acquis ou que l’on se propose d’acquérir. La REC fera également parvenir un avis d’audience publique à chacune des personnes qui aura déposé une déclaration d’opposition écrite auprès de la REC. L’audience publique se tiendra dans la région dans laquelle sont situés les terrains auxquels se rapporte la déclaration. La REC, ou une personne autorisée par la REC, se réserve le droit d’effectuer une inspection, comme la REC le juge nécessaire, des terrains acquis ou que l’on se propose d’acquérir ou encore touchés par la construction du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain. Si la REC juge qu’une audience publique est requise, la REC permettra à chacune des personnes qui auront déposé une déclaration d’opposition écrite conforme aux exigences de présenter des observations; la REC se réserve par ailleurs le droit de permettre à toute autre personne intéressée de présenter des observations devant elle, comme la REC le juge indiqué. La REC tiendra compte de l’ensemble des déclarations d’opposition écrites et des

observations présentées au cours de l’audience publique afin de déterminer, d’une part, le meilleur tracé possible pour l’oléoduc et, d’autre part, les méthodes et le calendrier les plus propices à la construction du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain. La REC peut assortir toute approbation des conditions qu’elle juge indiquées. La REC transmettra, motifs à l’appui, une copie de toute décision d’approbation ou de refus d’approbation des plan, profil et livre de renvoi relatifs à une section ou partie du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain rendue après l’audience publique au ministre et à chacune des personnes qui lui aura présenté des observations. La REC peut fixer à la somme qu’elle juge raisonnable les frais entraînés par la présentation d’observations au cours d’une pareille audience publique; ce montant sera versé sans délai à la personne par Trans Mountain. On peut se procurer des copies des plan, profil et livre de renvoi relatifs au tracé détaillé du Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain en composant le 1-866-514-6700 ou en envoyant un courriel à l’adresse info@transmountain.com. Il est également possible de les consulter en ligne sur https://www.transmountain.com/detailed-route ou en personne à l’adresse suivante : Bibliothèque de la Régie de l’énergie du Canada 517, Dixième Avenue S.-O., 2e étage Calgary (Alberta) T2R 0A8 Téléphone sans frais : 1-800-899-1265 De l’information et des modèles, dont un formulaire de déclaration d’opposition, sont également disponibles sur www.cer-rec.gc.ca/agrandissementTransMountain. Une copie de toute déclaration d’opposition écrite à ce tracé détaillé doit être envoyée aux adresses suivantes : Régie de l’énergie du Canada 517, 10e Avenue S.-O., bureau 210, Calgary (Alberta) T2R 0A8 À l’attention de : Louise George, secrétaire de la Commission de la REC Télécopieur sans frais : 1-877-288-8803 Courriel : TMX.Aide@cer-rec.gc.ca Site Web : www.cer-rec.gc.ca et : Projet d’expansion de Trans Mountain 300, 5e Avenue S.-O., bureau 2700, Calgary (Alberta) T2P 5J2 À l’attention de : Alain Parisé, directeur, Terrains Télécopieur : 403-514-6401 Courriel : TMEP_Land@transmountain.com Le Mode alternatif de règlement des différends (MRD) de la REC sera offert et communiqué par la REC quand on aura déterminé qu’une audience publique aura lieu pour votre déclaration d’opposition. Le MRD peut prendre la forme d’une réunion entre vous et Trans Mountain, qui pourrait être animée par les membres du personnel de la REC formés en la matière ou encore par une tierce partie impartiale. L’animateur vous aiderait, vous et Trans Mountain, à élaborer un processus qui pourrait permettre de régler les différends en suspens. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements ou si vous avez des questions, vous pouvez communiquer avec un conseiller ou une conseillère sur les processus de la REC en composant le 1-800-899-1265 ou en envoyant un courriel à l’adresse TMX.Aide@cer-rec.gc.ca. Si vous avez des questions à propos du présent avis, du tracé détaillé ou des démarches mises en place par la REC quant au tracé détaillé, prière de communiquer avec Trans Mountain en composant sans frais le 1-866-454-4717 ou en envoyant un courriel à l’adresse info@transmountain.com; un représentant de Trans Mountain vous rappellera par la suite.

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Wel-a-come to Roberto’s stress-a-free tour,” our colourfullydressed guide says, with a strong Italian accent. “I’m-a not like-a most Italians who are up-a-tight and always-a in a hurry.” There’s some truth to what our flamboyant leader is telling us. We’d witnessed aggression earlier in the day, when our taxi driver Mario and another expressive cabbie had had a major confrontation over which one got our business from the cruise ship terminal. With hands flailing and voices yelling, it looked as if they were going to duke it out. We later learned they had been friends for 20 years, and probably would be for another 20 years. That’s how it is in Italy. Lots of eruptions and then a cooling off period, which brings me back to our guide and purpose of this visit — a day at Pompeii. Roberto sticks to his word and caters to the needs of our group as we traipse along, entranced and wide-eyed. Although enshrouded in clouds today, Mt. Vesuvius hovers like a sentinel above

JANE CASSIE PHOTOS A visit to Naples, Italy wouldn’t be complete without experiencing first-hand some of its living characters, like colourfully dressed tour guide Roberto in his thick accent and high-spirited taxi driver Mario. A trip around the city in his cab feels like the customer has front row seats to the famous Grand Prix circuit.

Napoli (aka Naples), one of the oldest cities in the world that dates back to 8 BC. We discover this volcano remained dormant for 800 years then, in 79 AD tragedy struck, when it blew its top. There were two eruptions over several days. Twenty-thousand residents fled and escaped the first, however, 2,000 servants who returned, perished in the 10-metre deep, hot lava spew. Roberto stops for a few photo moments at the outdoor amphitheatre, an open oval that’s hemmed in by stone risers. At one time, there were two theatres on these expansive grounds. One hosted traditional Greek comedy/tragedy shows, while the other lured poetry and

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o, you found a site — now what do you do? Enjoy the fact your eagle eye has helped you find an archeological site. Often archeologists will work for days on end without finding a site. Look around, think about what you have found, consider the terrain and environmental context and try to get a feel for why the site might be where it is. Preserve the site and leave it as you found it. Will walking over it cause disturbance? Is there anything happening, such as dirt bike trails, impending housing developments or river erosion? Now, the big choice. You can simply walk away with your memories or you could choose to engage in some citizen science, record the site and submit the information so it can included in the archeological record. The rest of this column focuses on a “how to” for recording, using an imaginary archeological site and an artifact collected elsewhere from an actual site. Great — so you have decided to record the site. Now what do you do? I will walk through the recording process with my smartphone using free, easily available software. There are many options, but for this column, I used Google Maps, Topo Maps Canada and the camera on my phone. We are going to focus on the three fundamentals of site recording: What kind of site is it? Where is it located? How can someone else relocate it? I first took three screen shots using Topo Maps Canada and Google Earth. Photo 1 and photo 2 provide the general “where is it

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located?” context. Photo 3 is zoomed in more to show the immediate area around the site. Photo 4 is a screen shot from the point location in the Top Maps Canada app and gives the precise latitude and longitude of the site (the red flag on Photo 1). Photo 5 shows the location of the site. You can see that I have marked the precise location of the artifact with an arrow. For brevity, I only included

one image, but when you are doing this, feel free to take as many as needed to effectively show the context of the site. Photo 6 shows the artifact in context to where it as found. It is important to put a commonplace item in the image to provide a sense of scale. Remember to leave the site as you found it. Assemble the photographs into an email, along with the name of who recorded the site,

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the date it was recorded, a short description of what was found and a short description of where it is located. Finally, send the email to archsiteform@gov.bc.ca. If you feel that the site may be under threat of imminent disturbance, indicate that in the email header and also cc it to archaeology@gov.bc.ca. Congratulations, you have taken in important step on the road to citizen archaeology.

Clinton Coates is a Kamloopsbased archeologist. Interested in more? Go online to republicofarchaeology.ca. Dig It is KTW’s regularly published column on the history beneath our feet in the Kamloops region. A group of nine archeologists working in the area contribute columns to KTW’s print edition and online at kamloopsthisweek.com.

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atlin Schneider was asked for thoughts on his release from Team Dunstone. Schneider, the squad’s second, was jettisoned from the Reginabased curling rink on the weekend of April 3. “The way I feel about how it was done and handled, I’ll take that to the ice next time we play them,” said Schneider, who helped Team Dunstone to bronze last month at the Tim Hortons Brier in Kingston. “I won’t comment too much on that. Every time you go through something crappy like this, you really realize who’s in your corner, who is your true friend and who is going to go to battle for you. You

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really find out who’s got your back. It is what it is. It’s about moving on and becoming stronger than ever.” Skip Matt Dunstone, a Kamloops resident who is among the game’s rising stars, relayed the news to Schneider, who was caught off guard, but quick to find work. Colton Flasch — who was

dropped from Kevin Koe’s Calgary-based squad on March 16 and replaced at second by one of the sport’s most decorated athletes, 11-time Grand Slam champion John Morris — contacted Schneider the same day he received walking papers from Dunstone. “I had chatted a couple times

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Kendra Woodland, a goaltender for the University of New Brunswick Reds (UNB), is coming off another strong Atlantic University Sport (AUS) campaign. The 20-year-old Westsyde secondary graduate is one of 10 UNB athletes who earned Chet and Helen Campbell Rings of Distinction, given to athletes who receive recognition at the conference and U Sports levels. Rings were not awarded after the 20182019 season, so this year’s crop was honoured for cumulative accomplishments. Woodland had an outstanding rookie season, posting a 1.73 goals-against average and .945 save percentage in 23 games in 2018-2019. She recorded a 9-12

Saint Mary’s Huskies of Halifax in a best-ofthree series. St. Francis Xavier of Antigonish, N.S., swept the Huskies in the AUS final. Woodland led all goalies in save percentage in the 2020 playoffs, posting a .966 mark in five games — two wins and three losses. “It didn’t end the way we wanted, but it was a good, healthy season and good for moving into next year, with a little bit more experience under the belt,” Woodland said. The River City netminder represented Canada against the U.S. in an under-22 national women’s development team series last August. She was looking forward to chasing more national team duty again this summer, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of all Hockey Canada-sanctioned events. “As of right now,

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record and helped a rookie-laden team — 17 of 22 players were in their first year of eligibility; UNB was icing its first women’s hockey team since 2007-2008 — place fourth in regular-season standings. The Reds were ousted in the AUS semifinal by the eventual conference champions, the St. Thomas Tommies of Fredericton. Awards piled up. Woodland was AUS and UNB female rookie of the year, cracked the U Sports All-Rookie Team, was an AUS firstteam all star, made the conference all-rookie team and was the UNB women’s hockey team MVP. Woodland played in 18 regular-season contests this past season, posting a 1.97 GAA and .935 save percentage, along with an 8-10 record. She was named an AUS second-team all star, her club again knocked out in the conference semifinal, swept by the

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if I can’t throw shade now, a gallows-humour pot shot during this film noir, eclipse me now, before these KTW lights go out). These days, meandering into dank places (see last paragraph re: termination of employment) is done with ease, but I always wander back to our collective victory. Imagine that, a global holiday — the convivial commemoration of the culling of the coronavirus, a celebration of the human spirit, which resonates with me now like never before. Those types of feelings — fleeting and robust and ambushing and perforating — among us, perhaps never this real and palpable to my generation, are tangible and worth harnessing. They are begging catalysts at our disposal, with immense galvanizing power. Antons wakes up to the same strife that greets sports teams across the world, especially small-budget franchises. The sports volunteer-extraordinaire German-Canadian does not know if or when the B.C. Football Conference season will resume. Sponsorship, attendance and playerregistration dollars help keep the franchise afloat. They disappear if the season is nixed, the worst-case scenario, according to Antons. “How can we overcome the financial burden this is going to put on all of our teams?” Antons, in the land of the living, told

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KTW. “Everything has changed. Even myself, right now, I’m scared to do stuff. If somebody gives us the green light, is everybody going to come out? People are going to be afraid. “But there are a lot of things we can do to make people feel good, to bring them back and say, ‘Hey, this is OK.’ We can all overcome this and, basically, we have to bring the community together.” The Sandman came to Antons. He sprinkles magic and granular substance. We know that. But grit that usually materializes as crusty sleep can, apparently, take form in sandpaper resolve. “We are all hurting,” Antons said. “I read about the Kamloops Track and Field Club and what [president] Judy Armstrong said. That’s why I’m saying the sports community in Kamloops really has to help each other. We can do that.” BCFC scheduling, should play resume, might be altered, the season perhaps shortened and consisting of regional divisional play to keep travel cost down.

The same can be said of the Canada West’s slate, with the TRU WolfPack, who share Hillside Stadium with the Broncos and the track club, among others, anticipating a financial crunch. Scheduling will be nightmarish, advertising dollars scarce and survival for teams and businesses — here in Kamloops and across the nation — uncertain. “It will only work if we all work together,” Antons said. Projected dire straits and economic shortfalls don’t account for awakened joie de vivre, the collective jolt of community pride and the deliverance of hope through a BCLC employee’s dreams, Antons providing jackpot numbers, windfall from chaff. We are the winning ticket, the Tournament Capital, a vexing sports town, at times fickle, but at core resolute. The Sun, undefeated against Kamloops, overshadows the Broncos, but it’s only halftime — and dreams of a comeback glimmer.

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Bryce Lehmann would not be denied his first attempt at running a full marathon. The Grade 9 Sa-Hali secondary student was scheduled to compete later this month in the Salt Lake City Marathon, but the pandemic pre-empted the trip to Utah. He instead ran the Kamloops Marathon course on Saturday, finishing the 42.2-kilometre trek on a windy day in a time of four hours and 17 minutes. “I mean, it was quite a bit off of the time I wanted, but it kind of makes sense, considering I was by myself and conditions weren’t perfect,” Lehmann said, noting he was disappointed to miss out on visiting family in Salt Lake City. Runner’s Sole owner and operator Wayne Richardson joined Lehmann for the first hour, but the debut attempt otherwise lacked fellow participants to push his pace. Mom, dad and brother helped out at aid stations and greeted Lehmann at the finish line on McArthur Island. Salt Lake City Marathon organizers accepted Lehmann’s time and pledged to provide swag, including a T-shirt, to all registrants who finish their own virtual marathon race before May 18. Lehmann aims to finish his next marathon in under three hours and 30 minutes. The Kamloops Marathon, which traditionally takes place in July, has not been held since 2018. Thompson Rivers University led organizing efforts from 2012 to 2018, but opted to relinquish those duties last year. The 2017 event was cancelled due to smoke from wildfires in the region. T O G A S

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Dunstone and Muyres, formerly teammates under Steve Laycock, squared off in the 2019 and 2020 Saskatchewan finals, each winning once. Flasch and Muyres were members of the Moskowy-skipped team that captured the 2011 national junior title. The Marsh twins, who were left in the wind when the Muyres rink disbanded, make up the front end — Kevin at second and Dan at lead — for the new-look Flasch rink. They also played under Flasch, who has competed at five Briers, during the 20172018 campaign. Schneider has been involved in lineup changes before, but never of this magnitude. “You realize, if you had to do something like that to someone else, how you would handle it and how you would deal with it,” Schneider said. “As much as it’s the playing, the money, the sponsorship, the name on the back of the jersey, it’s also about having respect within the curling community and having good relationships and being known as a good person, in general. I think that resonates through the curling world quite fast. It’s a small world.” Dunstone, a Winnipeger, expressed disdain for the process in a previous interview with KTW. “You don’t have the general manager who is built for that sort of thing,” Dunstone said on April 8. “It’s a very terrible process, to say the least, not fun on any front. You spend two years with that person and make some great memories and win some big games and create a lifetime bond. “With the Olympics two years out now, and we’re halfway through that cycle, a pretty good opportunity came our way to improve our squad

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CRIMES OF THE WEEK Help cops crop this thief into custody On Tuesday, March 30, a woman shoplifted items from a store in Sahali. She is white and in her 20s and was wearing a black crop top, dark jeans and a dark jacket. If you recognize her, call Crime Stoppers at 1-8000-222-TIPS (8477).

Connect cops with card con On Sunday, April 12, a vehicle in Kamloops was broken into and a wallet was stolen. Later, credit cards from the wallet were used at convenience stores. The suspect using the cards was a white woman with blondish hair. She was wearing a grey zip-up hoodie and grey pants. If you know who she is, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Will yellow jacket reveal burglar’s identity? MICHAEL BURNS/CURLING CANADA Kamloops resident Matt Dunstone skips one of the country’s best curling teams, which will have a new look next season, with the addition of Kirk Muyres.

and we feel like we’re doing so with who is coming in. He’s [Schneider] a really talented player and he’s going to get back on his feet and he’s going to find himself on a really good team. We wish nothing but the best for him moving forward.” Schneider agreed with Dunstone’s take on the harshness of some curling transactions, wishing presidents, GMs or CEOs were in place to make roster changes. “Guys you played on a line with or team with or whatever sport it is, for years, you can stay buddies and move on knowing they wish you were still there,” Schneider said. “Unfortunately, [in curling] it’s your own teammate and friends,

to some extent, who are the ones who make the decisions. It turned out to be kind of a back-door deal. Those aren’t very easy to take, but that’s kind of part of curling.” Dunstone and Flasch acted swiftly and shrewdly, the moves designed to push them closer to becoming the first Saskatchewan rink to win the Brier since Rick Folk in 1980. “It’s a big respect thing, how it’s done and dealt with, when you are making those decisions,” Schneider said. “It really affects how you move forward as friends or not friends. I’ll tell you what, there sure is some extra fire there and I’ll be back, better than ever and ready to play against anyone.”

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On Friday, April, 3 a male broke into an underground parking garage. He then broke the window of a car and stole items from inside. The suspect had his face covered, but was wearing a yellow jacket with a hood and hand and breast pockets. The jacket is quite distinctive. If you recognize it — and the male wearing it — call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

www.kamloopsCrimeStoppers.ca If you know where any of these people are, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). The tip line pays up to $2,000 for information leading to the arrest of fugitives. Remember, Crime Stoppers just wants your information, not your name. Crime doesn’t pay, but Crime Stoppers does.

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FAITH OPINION

EGGERS: All have sinned, but God is the truth

any have had to face the fact they have been infected by the COVID19 virus. We trust in the medical professionals that they are telling us the truth if they need to tell us such news. In Isaiah 65:16, God tells us twice that He is the God of truth and, in Titus 1:2, we read that He is the God that cannot lie. We would not expect a doctor to lie about the results of a test for the virus. The doctor would have no reason to lie. We are thankful for the concern of those who are seeking to care for our sick ones in these difficult days. The God of truth tells us the truth of our problem in His sight. Psalm 58:3 says that we go astray as soon as we are born, speaking lies. The indictment has been given, the evidence has been presented, the jury has deliberated and the verdict has been read.

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The verdict is guilty as charged — all of us have sinned. Can the God of truth do anything for us? His absolute holiness demands that the sentence be carried out. God cannot lie about us or cover up the problem, as we sometimes do to avoid the consequences of our deeds. We cannot blame God for our condition. He gave us our heart

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to love Him and serve Him, but we sin and turn away from Him. Hate is what comes out and it is evident by our deeds that we are like sheep that have gone astray. The God of truth has done great things for His estranged creation. In John 1:17, we read: “For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.” We must ask the question: Why grace and truth? The law, or Ten Commandments, was given by Moses, but we have failed to keep them. The commandments only show us our failure before a holy God. We are guilty of sin, but the verse says grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. What does this mean, grace and truth? Another verse from the Bible will help us answer this. Romans 3:26 says “that God

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might be just (holy), and the justifier of whoever believes in Jesus.” God has not compromised His holy character, but rather has remained holy in providing His son as the one who would take our sin’s punishment at the cross. So, the God of truth has not lowered his standard or compromised His character in providing infinite grace for us. God has not compromised truth. He has not lied about our problem or tried to cover it up, but rather in His great grace has given His Son to take our place. The God of truth now offers forgiveness of sins to the person who will trust His Son as their own personal Saviour. So it is simple why grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. The Lord Jesus said: “I am the way, the truth and the life: no man comes unto the Father, but by me.” The glorious resurrection of the Lord Jesus from the dead tells us that God is satisfied with the

sacrifice of the Lord Jesus on the cross. He is ascended to the right hand of God and lives in the power of an endless life far above all other principality and power and might and dominion and every name that is named. To cap it off, we read in John 1:14 concerning the Lord Jesus: “And the Word was made flesh (became a man) and dwelt among us (and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father) full of grace and truth.” May all praise and glory be given to Him this resurrection season. John Eggers is an elder in the assembly that meets in Westsyde Gospel Hall in Kamloops. KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and include a headshot of the author, along with a short bio on the writer. Email editor@kamloops thisweek.com.

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My commitment to exercise could be generously described as “sporadic.” Usually a devotion to a routine has been stimulated by a specific purpose: a race, a diet, a recovery from a particularly indulgent Christmas. My challenge this week came from how expectations met up with reality. I’ve run more in the past month than I have in years, yet just when it seemed to be getting easier, I would hit a wall. An hour-long run would turn into 20 minutes because I would completely lose interest and energy. I work in a creative industry and the irony of the current situation is that, because of our forced closure, we have time to plan, to brainstorm and to blue sky about initiatives, plays, educational programs and strategic endeavours. The challenge lies in feeling potential for projects when the future is so unpredictable. I have found a similar challenge in running. There is no straight line — an easy 7K on Thursday, a wiped-out 4K on Saturday. This week, I fully committed to a regular exercise routine, which raised my personal expectations. I discovered I had to take it easy on myself — the commitment to routine is what is important, the expectation of “achievement” is not. It is an important lesson to take into all areas of life these days. Take pride in what is possible, envision a positive outcome, but let’s take it easy on how we define “accomplishment” and avoid self-judgment.

Sunshine on my shoulder — and on my face and in my heart — makes me happy. I love sunshine, which is one of the reasons I love living in Kamloops. We have discovered a walk/hike loop from my work to downtown and up the Peterson Creek Xget’tem Trail. It gives me time on my feet after work and a nice workout up the hill. My running has been a bit sporadic over these past weeks, but I had a couple of wonderful runs this week. On Friday, I went to one of my favourite spots to run — Goose Lake Road — and found it, as always, void of anyone, full of nature and blissful. My planned 5K just kept going and turned into a mindclearing, love-filled 11K. Mind calm, body healthy, endorphins active — indeed a Good Friday. Saturday morning called for an early run, for which the hardest part is getting there. It was six kilometres to start the day and I never, ever regret it. It’s not always about the running, though. Lately, I find myself spending a lot of time just walking or hiking, filling my lungs with breath and emptying my mind of thoughts. Our afternoon walk ended up on the beautiful Westsyde riverbed, just sitting, talking and soaking up the sun. Easter Sunday brought a surprise blessing — a walk through The Dunes at Kamloops Golf Course felt like a “normal” day, with golfers and activity everywhere. It felt comforting.

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The April 26 event has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but training — for body and mind — will continue.

SABRINA WEEKS Musician/singer Power Walking This has been a hard week for me. It just didn’t occur to me that this COVID-19 situation could last as long as is being predicting. I found myself spending too much time reading news articles circulating on Facebook. This created a spiralling vortex of worry. I started to worry for the health of the economy, the future of live music and local businesses. I worried for myself, my family, my friends and our frontline workers. I started to stress eat. I felt an overwhelming sense of sadness and began to grieve all the potential losses. On Monday, Mike and I decided to walk the trails behind our house. Trail walking has always been therapeutic for me. As we walked, I started to feel a sense of wellness wash over me. I noticed tiny flowers poking through the soil and buds opening on the Saskatoon bushes. The sun was high in the sky and a light breeze made the evergreens dance all around me, releasing the aromas of the forest, allowing me to escape the incessant chatter of my mind. Spring has always felt like a magical time, but this year it was the reminder that I needed. It helped me remember that even after enduring the most relentless of winters, spring always follows, bringing with it fresh new growth and inevitable change. As I trudged along, I started to feel like I was part of this change and, by the end of our walk, I felt a lot less afraid.

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Walkers are so very important at Boogie. Walking is just as great as running. The Boogie team is excited to see you on Sunday, April 28.

You made it through the tough runs and you are now a runner. Way to go! It is taper week and time to set your next goal.

Keep things easy this week. It’s your time to prepare for the Boogie start line. Visualize your success and set that next goal.

You have done an amazing job. Taper now and begin to see that Boogie finish line. Set your next goal.

Congratulations — all your hard work is paying off and you are ready. This is a rest week — easy running and no other activities.

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2) Walk 2 minutes, run 8 minutes. Repeat 4 times. Total 40 minutes. 3) Walk 2 minutes, run 8 minutes. Repeat 4 times. Total 40 minutes.

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he COV-19 pandemic cancelled Boogie 2020, but that does not mean the Boogie energy has disappeared. Our team is zooming and brainstorming on how we can still virtually give out love to our community. As we get close to Boogie day (11 sleeps ), our team is sending the community the biggest virtual Boogie hug we possibly can. Our main goal right now is for everyone to stay healthy and safe and to encourage everyone to keep moving outdoors. Thankfully, in Kamloops, outdoors has not been cancelled. For this runner, I am running solo (and a lot). But the Boogie message is not about how far or how fast. Boogie is about movement and howevQuestions? er that feels best Go online to runclub.ca right now for each or send an email to joberry@ of us is perfect. boogiethebridge.com. Walking, hiking and biking are all wonderful ways to combat the anxiety and day-to-day emotional roller coaster we are all experiencing. “Movement is change” is the mantra and, right now, this mantra is more important than ever before. Whatever activity, pace or distance, movement is incredibly good for our mental health. We must keep moving. As we get closer to Boogie day — which was to have been April 26 — we encourage you to get out there on any day and run/walk or dance out your Boogie. Solo, or with your family, is best. Take a photo in your red Boogie shirt and tag me on Facebook (RunClub: Movement is change). I will give you a big shout out and put it on our Boogie page. Many of you have done so already and I am incredibly inspired by your continuous love of the Boogie message. Sending lots of love to you, Kamloops. Boogie on!

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had lived in Kamloops more than five years before I touched a fly rod. Being an Ontario boy, a six-foot spincaster and Mepps bucktails were my tickets to catching fish. I dragged my spinners around the local lakes or cast them near underwater stumps, trees and lily pads. I caught the odd trout, too, and was pretty much convinced there was nothing special about flyfishing. “If the fish are biting, anyone can catch them,” I used to say. “If they aren’t, fishing with flies won’t help you.” There was a simplistic truth in that statement. But inevitably, simplistic truths are never all that simple — one day at Roche Lake proved that. As I paddled around the back island towing a spinner, I watched a guy a hundred yards away catch fish after fish on a fly. I wasn’t catching anything. I don’t know what he was using, but it was clear — his flies were soundly thrashing my spinners at a staggering rate. Maybe, I thought, there was something to fishing with flies after all. And a fly angler was born. In the weeks that followed, I bought my first fly rod and flies. That first summer was an amazing time of exploration and discovery. It was the beginning of a con-

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NARRATIVE suming passion that has lasted me half a lifetime. But it was a frustrating time, as well. It took a few seasons to gain an amount of knowledge sufficient to start catching fish consistently. The bottom line, as with many things in life, there were dues to be paid before the reward. Learning to fish with flies was a complex, baffling and mysterious process, but the payoff was worth the wait. The first time I saw a small, barely visible chironomid pupa transform itself into an adult at the water’s surface and catch a trout with a carefully chosen imitation to match, I knew the value. This was fishing of an entirely different nature. I’m going through a similar transformation right now with hunting. Last year, I hunted deer for the first time with a bow. I wasn’t successful, but I had chances and, in those intense moments, I felt a connection to hunting I hadn’t

felt for years. Bows force you to change the way you hunt. You need to be more patient because you need to get so much closer to animals than you do with a rifle. With a gun, a deer hunt is usually over within a few minutes of seeing a buck. With a bow, the hunt is just beginning. Chasing deer with a bow requires a deeper understanding of habitats and habits, wind and terrain than is needed when hunting with a rifle. It’s not so hard to get within 250 yards of a mule deer buck. It feels damn near impossible to get inside of 30 yards. It reminds me so much of when I started to fish with flies so many years ago. There are new skills to learn, pieces of equipment to acquire and processes to understand. Archery is as complex as it is primitive and becoming good enough to hit a small target with an arrow takes inordinate amounts of practice. It feels a little overwhelming, but the challenge of it has renewed my interest in hunting. After three decades of chasing deer with a rifle, my interest in the activity was starting to wane, in part because it was starting to feel too easy. I’ve never wanted hunting to be only about the harvesting. I’ve decided to devote this entire year

The Outdoor Narrative columnist Robert Koopmans has decided to devote this entire year to hunting only with a bow.

to hunting only with a bow. For the first time in decades, my .270 ain’t coming out this year and neither will my shotgun. I’ll chase all the things I want to chase with a bow, including deer, grouse and even geese. Why would I do such a crazy thing? Mostly because I expect I will find the same kind of transformation I did when I discovered flies.

Flyfishing brought me a kind of fulfilment that hardware fishing did not. Flyfishing gave me the incredible satisfaction that comes when you understand an environment, when you know what’s happening in it and when you can interpret the surroundings enough to truly feel a part of it. I expect bowhunting will do the same. I’m sure in the coming months the things

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I will learn and the experiences I will have will change my perceptions of hunting and give me a new, more profound appreciation for nature and for the reasons I am doing all of these things in the first place. In the end, fishing rods and rifles and shotguns and bows are nothing more than pathways to experiences that offer us some kind of personal meaning

and significance. It is clear to me now that some tools are better for such selfdiscovery than others. Robert Koopmans is an avid angler and hunter who spends as much time as possible in B.C.’s wild places. He also hosts The Outdoor Narrative podcast (find it on Apple Podcasts). To share a thought, send an email to info@the outdoornarrative.com.

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D L O S WESTSYDE

WESTSYDE

BROCKLEHURST

WELL MAINTAINED 2 BDRM, 2 BATH MOBILE

SENIOR 55+ SECTION

LARGE CORNER LOT WITH TWO DRIVEWAYS

BROCKLEHURST

BRIGHT & UPDATED THROUGHOUT • 3 bdrms and 2 Full Baths • Double wide w/Sun room add’t • C/air and all Appliances Incl. • Two outdoor sheds • Large Covered Deck

UPGRADED 2 BDRM APARTMENT • Large custom bath suitable for handicap • All appliances, Air conditioner • Laminate & tile floors

DELUXE 3 BEDROOM TWO STOREY • Full daylight basement w/summer kitchen • Great for student or family • All appliances & C/Air included

309-760 MAYFAIR ST

38-1775 MCKINLEY CRT

• Well kept 3 bdrm mobile • Stove, fridge & C/Air included • New bath & HW tank

• Senior 55+ Section in Oakdale MHP • Single Car Port, Large covered deck & Shed • C/Air-All Appliances included

• Family friendly area of the park

66-2400 OAKDALE WY

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124-2401 ORD ROAD

97-1655 ORD ROAD

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BROCKLEHURST

ABERDEEN

VALLEYVIEW

$105,000

$124,900

$139,000

WESTSYDE

DOWNTOWN

$169,900

SAHALI

3 BEDROOMS, 1.5 BATH • Beautiful park-like backyard • Kitchen updated w/ appl’s • Covered parking for two

$294,000

$325,000

PINEVIEW

$399,900

BARNHARTVALE

STUNNING VALLEY VIEW IN GROUND POOL & HOT TUB 3 BDRMS AND DEN CORNER UNIT AT STATION PLAZA BRIGHT OPEN PLAN TOWNHOUSE BEAUTIFUL 4 BDRM/2 BATH HOME 3 BEDROOMS & DEN • 3 Bedrooms/2 Baths/Sun Room • 5 Bedroom Family Home • Updated kitchen, flooring, lighting • 3 Bdrm, 3 Baths • All appliances & • Large yard with covered patio & shed • Updated open plan main • 2 Large Bedrooms & 2 Baths • Updated throughout & private • Hardwood floors & Updated & roof • Island kitchen w/All appliances C/Air • Lovely view & backs on green • All appliances - C/Air - UG sprinklers • All Appliances included yard Kitchen • Very private half acre property • Fenced Yard & finished basement space • D/Garage • Private patio • Quick possession possible • 1 parking & storage locker • All Appliances included • Close to shops & boat launch • End of no through road

210-510 LORNE ST

$419,000

9-810 ANDERSON TER

$449,900

SUNRIVERS

VALLEYVIEW

GREAT INVESTMENT OR MORTGAGE HELPER

DELUXE 3 BDRM RANCHER

• No Stairs- Open plan - Vaulted ceiling • Island Kitchen - All appliances & C/Air • D/Garage - Pets Allowed

593 STONERIDGE DR

1150 DE MONTE ST.

• 3 bed + 2 bed legal suite • Many updates • All Appliances • Workshop • C/Air • Cul de sac

$545,000

90 CHAPMAN PLACE

$549,900

$485,000

1167 HOWE ROAD

$524,900

2518 THOMPSON DR

1975 FIR PL.

$524,900

5303 RONDE LANE

$535,000

$539,000

SOUTH THOMPSON VALLEY SUN RIVERS DALLAS ABERDEEN IMMACULATE 5 BDRM FAMILY HOME CORNER LOT W/VIEW-FENCED YARD RANCHER IN QUIET CUL DE SAC MEDITERRANEAN VILLA IMMACULATE 5 BEDROOM • Cul de Sac w/private landscaped • Updated 4 Beds & 4 Baths home • 5 Bdrm family home close to school • Level entry with elevator • Quick possession possible • Open Floor Plan w/Classy Island yard • Open floor plan & daylight •4 Bdrms, 3 Baths & Media Room • Finished basement easy to suite Kitchen • Vaulted Ceilings & Open Floor Plan basement • Great view of Golf & Valley • All appliances & RV parking • Double Garage & lots of level parking • Detached workshop & RV parking • C/Air & All Appliances included

ABERDEEN

2325 DRUMMOND CRT

$549,900

781 BRAMBLE COURT

$598,900

3556 KANANASKIS RD

$635,000

5626 HARPER PLACE

$661,250

3001 VISAO COURT

$675,000

LOTS FOR SALE 3188 POWELL RD PINANTAN LAKE LOT $129,000 SOUTH KAMLOOPS

NEW BUILD BY GRACE CONSTR.

• Legal two Bedroom Suite • Fully finished up & down • All Appliances, C/Air & Landscaping included

1069 FORDEN PLACE

$825,000

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SOUTH KAMLOOPS

NEW BUILD BY GRACE CONSTR.

• Legal two Bedroom Suite • Fully finished up & down • All Appliances, C/Air & Landscaping included

1061 FORDEN PLACE

$830,000

CHERRY CREEK

5.3 ACRES WITH LOTS OF WATER

• Great view of Kamloops Lake • Over 3000 Sq Ft Rancher w/Full Bsmt • Various outbuildings - Great for other livestock

5877 GARDI ROAD

$849,900

JUNIPER

STUNNING ARCHITECTURE THROUGHOUT

• Unobstructed valley & river views • Bareland strata w/park nearby • D/ Garage plus Detached Shop

12-3100 KICKING HORSE DR

$1,199,999

SUN RIVERS

CUL DE SAC WITH PANORAMIC RIVER & GOLF VIEW

• Spacious legal 2 or 3 bedroom suite • 6,170 SqFt - 6 Bdrms - 5 Baths • Triple garage - Close to golf

BROCKLEHURST LOT 1826 PARKCREST AVE $199,000

1755 IRONWOOD LN

$1,275,000

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S u z a n n e Ly s

Suzanne Lys

250-851-1140 (cell) 250-554-4511

The key to selling your home!

DEAR READERS:

PLEASE LEAVE YOUR MAILBOXES OPEN

IN BATCHELOR NORTH SUBDIVISION

Quails Roost

ONLY 4 LOTS REMAINING! ADDRESS LOT NUMBER 969 QUAILS ROOST CRT 17 979 QUAILS ROOST CRT 18 1920 QUAILS ROOST DR 21 1910 QUAILS ROOST DR 22

LOT SIZE (SQFT) 6263 6263 6000 6000

PRICE $268,000 $268,000 $255,500 $255,500

DCC’S AND TAXES ARE APPLICABLE.

#8 - 3665 WESTSYDE ROAD

#39 - 3665 WESTSYDE ROAD

SOL $669,000

$655,000

Bright 5 bdrm home backing onto the 13th fairway at The Dunes Golf Course. Finished on both levels. Spacious main floor has 3 bdrms, 2 baths, laundry and “Great room” with gas fireplace. Two additional bedrooms down, along with full bath, large storage space and 2 family room areas! *Wheelchair accessible*

Exceptionally well maintained home. Located along the 14th Fairway at The Dunes golf course, this 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home is a pleasure to show. Large deck in back with gas BBQ hook up. All appliances and central air included.

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NEW Listing!

1166 Canyon Ridge Dr

$699,900

• Perfect layout open concept rancher with fully finished lower level walkout • Excel kitchen ideal for entertaining with raised bar and stainless-steel appliances • 9 ft ceilings up and down with expansive windows for lots of natural light and to enjoy the River, City and mountain views • Perfect level yard with garden area, and room for an inground pool

Sun Rivers

NEW Listing!

516 Pointe Place • Overlooking the 18th Fairway of Bighorn Golf Course • Panoramic vistas of the South Thompson River Valley • Custom built rancher fully finished on both levels • 4 bedrooms and den, 3 bathrooms

Pineview

Sun Rivers

524 Stoneridge Drive • Perfect for entertaining • Lock N’ Go Living • Panoramic South Facing Views • Spectacular Mountain, River and City Views

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529 Pointe Place $1,264,900 • High Quality Custom Built Contemporary Home 4 • Panoramic Views of City & Entire River Valley 4 • Open floor plan with 13 foot ceilings • Dining Room opens onto covered, frameless 4933 glass deck across the entire back of the home.

MORE LISTINGS & INFO: www.cbkamloops.com HOMES: 4017 Rio Vista Way . . . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $542,000 4019 Rio Vista Way . . . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $554,900 1357 Sitka Street . . . . . . . . . North Kamloops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $479, 900 2280 Croshill Drive . . . . . . . Aberdeen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $769,900 CONDOS: 306-429 St . Paul Street . . . South Kamloops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NEW LISTING $290,000 TOWNHOMES: 256 Belmonte Street . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $549,900 COMMERCIAL: 779 Franklin Rd . . . . . . . . . . Westsyde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $845,000 LOTS: 4028 Rio Vista Way . . . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $209,900

NEW Listing!

1960 Ash Wynd • Great location in Pineview! • Updated kitchen - S/S appliances • Perfect family home with 3 bedrooms up • Walkout basement could be suited • Beautiful views of Pineview Valley

$549,900 4 4 2120

South Thompson Valley

Sun Rivers

$774,900

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ALBERT PEREIRA 250.571.6086

MIKE GRANT 250.574.6453

Upper Sahali NEW Price!

196 Chancellor Drive • Stunning Upper Sahali home with a view! • 3,200 sq ft. completely renovated • Main floor has all new appliances • 1 Bed & 1 Bath inlaw suite • Extensive custom tile throughout

$699,900 5 4 3217

Upper Sahali

BECKI FOLEY 250.819.8938

Sun Rivers

1400 Sun Rivers Drive • Stately and Spacious Beautiful Home • Quartz Island in Kitchen w/walk-in Pantry • Triple Garage – With Golf Cart Bay • Low Maintenance Landscaping

$849,900 4 3 4062

New Listing

878 Shuswap Road E $244,900 • Quiet Location with River and Mountain Views 2 • The home rests on 1 acre of Leased Land 2 • Tiled Entrance Leads to an Open Living, Dining & Kitchen 1247 • Large Deck with Beautiful Views to the River

What Our Clients Say “Mike Grant at Coldwell Banker is very helpful and knowledgeable. He did a great job of helping me buy my first house and answering all the questions and concerns I had. He kept in touch the entire way through the whole process and gave me reminders to complete all necessary steps to make the house purchase go smoothly. If you choose to have Mike as your realtor, you will be in good hands!”

FEATURE OF THE WEEK 1963 Monteith Drive

$519,900

• 2 Bedrooms & 1 Bathroom on the main floor • Large windows maximize light, creating a bright and inviting living space . • Additionally there is a fantastic 1 Bed & 1 Bath inlaw suite downstairs with a separate entrance . • Just Minutes from Albert McGowan Park, great schools and less than a 5 min drive to Aberdeen Mall and other great amenities .

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A19-7155 DALLAS DRIVE $79,900 • MLS®154651

103-1295 12TH STREET $205,000 • MLS®145333

4424 WESTSYDE ROAD $229,000 • MLS®154424

COMMERCIAL

DALLAS

BROCKLEHURST

• Great starter or downsizer with 3 bedrooms & 1 bathroom • Updated kitchen, bathroom, windows • Pets + rentals allowed with park approval • Quick possession possible

113-245 GORDONHORN CRESCENT $239,900 • MLS®155469

• Fully finished commercial strata unit movein ready with very good quality finishings • For single use or divide into 2 different uses with moveable dividing wall • Approx. 1205 sq. ft. with 3 parking stalls

44-1221 HUGH ALLAN DRIVE $269,900 • MLS®154935

WESTSYDE • 0.56 acre building lot in nice Westsyde location • Mountain and river views • Close to all amenities

5-931 GLENEAGLES DRIVE $279,900 • MLS®155943

D L O S SAHALI

ABERDEEN

• Great starter or downsizer in this immaculate 2 bed, 1 bath apartment • Bright end unit with lots of updating • No pets allowed, no rental restrictions

• Updated furnace and central air • Quick possession possible

72-650 HARRINGTON ROAD $399,900 • MLS®154984

1615 GRIFFIN TERRACE $499,900 • MLS®155942

WESTSYDE • Immaculate 2 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse in West Pine Villas • Rancher style all on one level with over 1200 sq ft of living space • 1 dog/cat allowed with strata permission. No rentals allowed

SAHALI

• 2 bedroom 1 bathroom townhouse with no rental restrictions

• Centrally located 3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse in Gleneagles Court • 1 dog/2 cats allowed with strata approval, no rentals allowed • Great starter or downsizer

904 INVERMERE COURT $559,900 • MLS®155885

BACHELOR HEIGHTS • Well maintained 3+1 bedroom 2 bathroom home in Bachelor Heights • Level entry rancher with full walk-out basement • Lots of updating including windows, patio, main bathroom, flooring, and more

2205 BARBARA AVENUE • $649,900 • MLS®155746

7495 RONLYN COURT • $1,490,000 • MLS®154113 W NE

BROCKLEHURST • Approximate 0.39 acre waterfront lot with 3+2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • In-ground pool and detached double garage • Quick possession possible

BROCKLEHURST • Immaculate rancher style home with 3+2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and main floor laundry • Double garage with 220 plug and full basement • Close to all amenities and a pleasure to view!

ICE

HEFFLEY • Amazing 13.31 acre property with great views and only 20 minutes from downtown • Extensively renovated rancher style home with over 3800 square feet • Also includes 2700 sqft guest cottage & detached double garage/workshop

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NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD DOUBLE TALK

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SUDOKU FUN BY THE NUMBERS

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally & diagonally throughout the puzzle

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WEEKLY COMICS

PARDON MY PLANET by Vic Lee

ARCTIC CIRCLE by Alex Hallatt

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE

BABY BLUES

by Chris Browne

ZITS by Jerry Scott & Jim Borgman

by Rick Kirkman & Jerry Scott

SHOE by Gary Brookins & Susie Macnelly

GUESS WHO?

HERMAN

by Jim Unger

KIT ’N’ CARLYLE

by Larry Wright

FAMILY CIRCUS

by Bil & Jeff Keane

I am a singer born in Utah on April 12, 1987. In school I was bullied for being hyperactive, but don’t panic. Later that trait would suit my career as a lead singer of a pop rock band that is highly successful today. ANSWERS

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WEEKLY HOROSCOPES

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Hang on to a source of real empowerment in your career, Aries. It may take willpower and dedication, but you can make it happen when your mind is on the goal.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You can accomplish anything you set your mind to, Taurus. This may even mean being the boss of yourself with self-discipline. Ask friends to help keep you stay the course.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 You have the potential to lay the groundwork now for events that will pay dividends throughout the next few years, Gemini. Get a team of trusted advisors on your side.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, while others may be focusing on their careers, you understand the importance of zeroing in on your relationships and love life. Keep those you care about close.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Work will dominate the week, but make sure you advocate for fair treatment while you are hard at work, Leo. Check that payment is in full and timely.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 There will be no surprises for you this week if you simply stay the course with your actions, Virgo. Go about your normal routine and things will work out just fine.

APRIL 15 - APRIL 22, 2020 LIBRA

- Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, change things at home so you can better care for children or other people in your charge. A lot of progress can still be made if you redirect your attention.

SCORPIO

- Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, things may be moving quite slowly for you, but that does not mean progress has not been made. You’ll realize after a few weeks how far you’ve come.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, the last few weeks may have come off as humdrum, and that’s probably because you didn’t take any chances. Be more bold in the days to come.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20 Capricorn, ask yourself how you want to see your finances grow. Then you can speak with a financial planner and make your dreams a reality.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Everything that involves you moves up on the priority list, Aquarius. Even though you’re known for putting others first, this all needs to change if you are to progress.

PISCES

- Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, take some time this week to be alone and seek inner peace. During these times of contemplation you can focus on future plans.

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LISTINGS

Announcements . . . . 001-099 Employment . . . . . . . . .100-165 Service Guide . . . . . . . 170-399 Pets/Farm . . . . . . . . . . .450-499 For Sale/Wanted. . . . .500-599 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . .600-699 Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700-799 Automotive . . . . . . . . . . 800-915 Legal Notices . . . . . . 920-1000

1 Issue . . . . . . . . . $1300 ADD COLOUR. . $2500 to your classiďŹ ed add

ALL ADS MUST BE PREPAID. No refunds on classiďŹ ed ads.

Tax not included

Coming Events

Art & Collectibles

Plants/Shrubs/Trees

Advertisements should be read on the ďŹ rst publication day. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the ďŹ rst insertion. It is agreed by any Display or ClassiďŹ ed Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertising shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement.

BUYING & SELLING: Vintage & mid-century metal, teak, wood furniture; original signed paintings, prints; antique paper items, local history ephemera; BC pottery, ceramics. 4th Meridian Art & Vintage, 104 1475 Fairview, Penticton. Leanne@4thmeridian.ca

Scotch Pine trees smaller ponderosa in pots 2ft (50) $15 each obo 250-376-6607

If you have an upcoming event for our

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Exercise Equipment For a healthy back use Teeter Inversion Table. $235. 250851-2919

For Sale - Misc 1948 Ferguson rebuilt motor & extra parts has a util. snow blade & chains mostly original $2,500. 250-374-8285. 5th wheel hitch $200. 250374-8285.

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6hp Evinrude O/B motor. $600. 70 CFM air compressor. $750. 250-574-3794.

kamloopsthisweek.com and click on the menu and go to events to submit your event.

Butcher-Boy commercial meat grinder 3-hp. 220 volt. c/w attachments. $1300. 250318-2030. Do you have an item for sale under $750?

PERFECT Part-Time Opportunity

1 Day Per Week Call 250-374-0462

Found Found: small ladies silver ring with 5 birthstones on the North Shore. 250-71-3562.

Personals Free rent, share a 4 bedroom house in country with old age pensioner, to female person over 65 years old must be in good health N/S, ND, pets ok. 778-765-5470

Looking For Love? Try your luck with 1x1 boxed ad $35 plus tax for 2 weeks. Price includes box number. Call 250-371-4949 to place your ad and for more details.

Antiques Wrought iron beds $300/each. High chair $30. Cedar Hope Chest $400. Rocking chair $150. Oak dresser with mirror $475. 250372-8177.

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Yucca Plant. $7.00. 250-3766607.

Sports Equipment Arc Solomon snowboard w/bindings $325. 250-5787776.

Wanted Cash for gold and silver! Also buying coin collections, old money old jewelry Contact Todd 1-250-864-3521.

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

Deliver Kamloops this Week Only 1 issue a week!

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

Call our Classified Department for details! 250-371-4949

Downtown 2br, 830sq/ft. NPNS/in-unit lndry/Gas HW incl. 45+. $1250. 778-8751268.

Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $17,000/obo (250) 376-6607

ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops, BC call 250-374-7467 Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650.

Industrial / Commerical BUILDER/INVESTOR ALERT! 15.4 Acre Development Property on River Ranch Road, Merritt, across the street from Canadian Tire, Extra Foods, Tim Hortons. 4.3 Acres zoned C9 Commercial (over 20 permitted uses) and 11.1 Acres R4 High density residential. Priced to sell @ $5,999,000 Call Chuck Pearce @ eXp Realty for details 604.209.1949 www.chuckpearcegroup.com

Garage Sales

Basement Suites N/Kam sep entr, 2bdrms, C/A, patio, Shared hydro, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $950/mo. 250-376-0633.

Commercial

CHOOSE LOCAL â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our Family Protecting Your Familyâ&#x20AC;?

PRESTIGE LOCAL ALARM MONITORING STATION KAMLOOPS ONLY ULC CERTIFIED MONITORING STATION

FREE ESTIMATES FOR SYSTEM UPGRADES OR SWITCH-OVERS LIVE ANSWER | EFFICIENT COST EFFECTIVE | LOCAL COMPANY

10-989 McGill Pl. Kamloops

250-374-0916

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

Landscaping

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GARAGE SALE TIME Call and ask us about our GARAGE SALE SPECIAL ONLY $12.50 FOR 3 LINES (Plus Tax) ($1 per additional line)

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Farm Services

10% OFF YOUR FIRST MOW!

1972 Triple E motor home 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 77,000miles 402 Chev lots of extras $7,000 250-523-9495

Lawn & Garden

Professional Services

Licensed & CertiďŹ ed 250-572-0753

ZZ TAX

2002 Winnebago Class A. 58,000kms. Slider, Queenbed. $35,500. 250-554-8220. 2004 Cougar 5th wheel. 12ft slide. Excellent cond. $14,000/obo. 250-554-1744. 2006 Dodge 2500 4x4 HD. w/1994 11ft. camper. $14,500/both. 778-220-7372.

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Farm Services

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

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS

10-989 McGill Pl. Kamloops

250-374-0916

Automotive Tires

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

Renos & Home Improvement

4-Blizzaks M&S 245/45 R20 $600. 2-Laufenn 235/75 R15 winters on GM rims. $200. 250-376-6482.

FREE ESTIMATES FOR SYSTEM UPGRADES OR SWITCH-OVERS LIVE ANSWER | EFFICIENT COST EFFECTIVE | LOCAL COMPANY

BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

REIMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FARM SERVICE

250-838-0111 Handyperson

Handyperson

No Job Too Small! Friendly Service. 15 years experience. Guaranteed. References.

Call: 250-371-4949 *Some conditions & restrictions apply. Private party only (no businesses).

Set of 4 Alloy GM rims bolt pattern 5-100 fits Cavalier & other Chevyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $80 Firm. Don 250-312-1777.

ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s / Dirt Bikes Yamaha Grizzly ATV. KMS 011031 $3,500. 250-579-3252

Motorcycles

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HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. May 2nd and 3rd. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. May 10th, Sunday. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor: Bill 250376-7970

Time to Prune your fruit trees. Tree pruning or removal Hedge Trimming Yard clean-up, Landscaping

Peace of mind house sitting and pet care. Keep your house and pets safe while your away. 250-374-6007.

Valleyview furnished bsmnt 1bdrm N/S, fragrance free. $550 inclds util. 250-828-1681.

RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Campers/Trailers

17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Aerolite Trailer like new, slide out, stabilizer bars. $9,900 (250) 372-5033

Renovations, Painting, Flooring, Drywall, Bathrooms, Electrical (Red Seal) & more

Solid oval oak table w/6side chairs, 2 arms chairs, buffet. $5,000. Exec desk dark finish $200. Teak corner cabinet $100. Treadmill $450, Custom oak cabinet $200. 250-8517687.

Grow-n-mow@telus.net

Tax not included

PETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S YARD SERVICE

Peace of mind house sitting and pet care. Keep your house and pets safe while your away. 250-374-6007.

Rooms

Based on 3 lines 1 Issue.. . . . . . $1638

Home Owners /Developers / Landscapers Colorado Blue & Green Spruce. We are digging approx April 15th - 60 major 3-5M trees. 40â&#x20AC;? - B&B choose now, will hold. $60 per meter or 5 or more $50 per meter. These are major trees - bottom branch spread - up + 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+. Call 250-8199712 or 250-672-9712 to view.

6 drawer Walnut dresser w/ mirror & matching double bed exc cond $150. 250-374-7514.

Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $850. 250-374-8933.

Tax not included

Yard Clean-up, Irrigation, Planting, Lawn, Hedges, Pruning CertiďŹ ed Horticulturist, Licensed Pesticide Applicator

250-320-8109

EMPLOYMENT

â&#x20AC;˘ 2 large Garage Sale Signs â&#x20AC;˘ Instructions

25+ years experience. Locally owned & operated.

House-sitting

$900. chairs

BONUS (pick up only):

BOLTON LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

Furniture

8ft Antique Couch Couch & matching $200. 250-374-1541.

- 3 lines or less

Landscaping

Grassbusters Lawn and Yard Care. Now booking for the 2020 season. 250-319-9340.

WE will pay you to exercise!

Apartments/Condos for Rent

EARN EXTRA $$$

Tax not included Some restrictions apply

Health

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

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

3500

778-999-4158

Handyman for Hire. One call for all your Handyman needs. Free estimates. Blaine 250851-6055.

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2006 HD Blue Dyna Low Rider. 23000kms. Mint condition. $11,900.00. Call 250-851-1193

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION TOBIANO UTILITIES INC. 4 - BMW X5, X3 wheels like new. $700 Call 250-319-8784.

2017 Yamaha R3 320CC, Liquid Cooled, ABS Brakes. Low Kms. $4,600.

Utility Trailers

250-578-7274

Collectibles & Classic Cars

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

Domestic Cars 1997 Ford Probe. Red, 4cyl, std, A/C, 1-owner. 114,428kms. $2,900. 250-3767964. 2000 Jaguar XK8 Convertible 4L, V-8, fully loaded. Exec shape. $15,500/obo. 250-3764163. 2006 Buick Allure CXS. 1owner. Fully loaded. Excellent condition. 207,000kms. $3,900/obo. 250-701-1557, 778-471-7694.

2004 FLATDECK GVW#3500-1 AXLE Payload #2400lbs. 3/4 Plywood Deck 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; L X 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;3â&#x20AC;? W, electric brakes. spare tire , docking winch, 2 storage boxes, removable walls, ATV ramp. Canopy lid not included. Pulls straight. Very good cond. $2,600. 250-851-0052

Business Opportunities ~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

Career Opportunities

Kamloops # recruitment agency

2010 Dodge Charger SXT Sedan. 4dr., AWD, V-6, auto. 50,001 kms. Must see to appreciate. $12,000. 250-374-1541.

2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD 67,000 kmS White w/blk leather 4 DR SDN V6 Panoramic Sunroof $17,820 250-319-8784

Sports & Imports

250-374-3853 Employment is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries. Vehicle is required. For more information please call the Circulation Department at 250-374-0462 Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information

2009 Hyundai Sonata Ltd. 133,000 Kms, Sunroof AC Power locks and windows New brakes, No accidents Fully loaded. $7,350.00 Call Mate 250-851-0800

Required an owner operator with helpers capable of delivering box products in Kamloops and surrounding areas that include Sun Peaks, Merritt, Logan Lake and possibly Ashcroft. Must be able do same day delivery of approximately 300 items using own cargo vans or step up vans. For more information, contact Horne at 778-251-3440.

Sport Utilities & 4x4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Work Wanted

2000 Chev Tahoe. 257,000kms. Repairs done $5,000. Asking $5,250. 1-250395-2233.

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

2002 Ford Escape, auto. Exec body. Mechanic special. $700. 250-819-9712, 250-672-9712. 2008 Hyundai Vera Cruz AWD. V-6, seats 7. 110,000kms. $7000. 374-6324

Trucks & Vans

2014 Ford Platinum 4x4 Crew-cab 3.5 Ecoboost, white with brown leather, Fully Loaded. Immaculate. 142,000kms. $27,323. 250-319-8784

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ONLY $35.00 (plus Tax) (250) 371-4949 *some restrictions apply call for details

Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /Office Worker/Tutor Detail oriented, organized, problem-solver, extremely computer literate. Strong proofreading, editing, technical writing, public speaking skills. Can teach practically anything I know. IT work preferred but any job using problem-solving skills could be a good match. Gene Wirchenko at 250-8281474. gene@shaw.ca

Legal & Public Notices Warehouse Lien Act By virtue of the Warehouse Lien Act we will sell the following 2000 Harley Davidson Softtail Deuce VIN 1HD1BSY21YY071686 to retrieve costs of $11,900. Registered owner Ryan unknown, address unknown. Will be sold on or after May 31, 2020. Contact: Laura Passarello 250-299-8269.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO THE COMPTROLLER OF WATER RIGHTS UNDER THE WATER UTILITY ACT AND THE UTILITIES COMMISSION ACT NOTICE is hereby given by Tobiano Utilities Inc. that an application has been made to the Comptroller of Water Rights for a CertiďŹ cate of Public Convenience and Necessity Amendment for the proposed construction and operation of a waterworks distribution system to serve residents in the area of Tobiano; more particularly: 1. 2 Lot Conventical Subdivision Lot A, Section 26, 27, 33, and 34, Township 20, Range 20, W6M, KDYD, Plan EPP90885, Except Plan EPP9088 PID: 030-971-489 Any person wishing further information in connection with this application should apply directly to Tobiano Utilities Inc., 38 Rue Cheval Noir, Tobiano, BC V1S 0B3.

RUN TILL

RENTED

$5300 Plus Tax

3 Lines - 12 Weeks

Add an extra line to your ad for $10 Must be pre-paid Scheduled for 4 weeks at a time Private parties only - no businesses Some Restrictions Apply

Any objections to this application are to be forwarded to the Comptroller of Water Rights, Water Utility Act, P.O. Box 9340, Stn. Prov. Govt., Victoria, BC, V8W 9M1, to be received by the Comptroller on or before: May 15, 2020. Tobiano Utilities Inc. James Funk Partner

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The District of Logan Lake, situated 60 kilometers south of Kamloops, is accepting applications for the position of Bylaw Enforcement/Animal Control OfďŹ cer. Under the direction of the Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer, the Bylaw Enforcement/Animal Control OfďŹ cer fulďŹ lls the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibilities related to bylaw enforcement and animal control, including dealing with bylaw enforcement issues, issuance of tickets, legal representation on the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf, patrols and pickup of stray animals, animal care, and operation of the impoundment facility. Deliverables include coordination of all functions related to bylaw enforcement and animal control; Responding to call outs and public inquiries, both by telephone and in person; Receive, attend to, and investigate complaints of alleged municipal bylaw infractions and act accordingly; Liaise with other District Departments, the RCMP, Court Registry, and Crown Counsel on matters involving District bylaws and enforcement, including Provincial and Federal legislation; Issue tickets for infractions of any bylaws under the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ticketing Bylaw; Prepare any necessary Court documents, ďŹ les, prosecutes, and/or give evidence of bylaw infractions in Court on behalf of the District; and Liaise with the Finance Department and Corporate Administration Department to ensure effective and accurate billing, collection, and reporting of tickets, licenses, and fees. This position is responsible for the operation of the District of Logan Lake Impoundment Facility, and enforcement of the Animal Control and Impoundment Bylaw and dog licensing regulations; investigates complaints, patrols, catches, and transports stray or vicious animals to the Impoundment Facility, and feeds, waters, and cares for animals while in custody. Must have experience handling livestock and injured or diseased animals. Responsible for ensuring the Impoundment Facility is clean and maintained to appropriate level of sanitation. QualiďŹ ed Applicants should possess Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement & Investigative Skills Level 1, and have a proven history work with animals and livestock; Demonstrated computer experience, preferably in a Windows environment and with Word and Excel; Ability to work independently and to complete tasks and assignments; Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with District employees and the public; Strong written and oral communication skills; and a valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers License. This is a part-time contractual position with an approximate 15 hour work week, with the ability to be called out during evening and weekend hours as required. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to Randy Lambright, Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer, at rlambright@ loganlake.ca no later than 4:00 pm on April 17, 2020. Randy Lambright Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer District of Logan Lake P: 250-523-6225 ext. 229 F: 250-523-6678 Email: rlambright@loganlake.ca

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Thinking about a change? We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most intricate projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of leading professionals with a variety of expertise: engineers, investment bankers, superintendents, estimators, software engineers, accountants, lawyers, marketing and communications consultants, sustainability professionals, and project managers. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

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PAPER ROUTES AVAILABLE DOWNTOWN Rte 325 - 764-825 9th Ave, 805-979 Columbia St, 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. - 64 p. Rte 327 - 1103-1459 Columbia St, 1203-1296 Dominion St. - 38 p. Rte 334 - 975 13th St, 1104-1276 Pine St, 12011274 Pleasant St. – 42 p. Rte 372 - 22-255 W. Battle St, 660 Lee Rd, 11179 W. Nicola St. – 50 p. LOWER SAHALI/ SAHALI Rte 405 – Anvil Cres, Bestwick Crt E & W, 98-279 Bestwick Dr, Morrisey Pl. – 47 p. Rte 449 - Assiniboine Rd, Azure Pl, Chino Pl, Sedona Dr. – 90 p. Rte 458 - Glen Nevis Pl, 803-980 Gleneagles Dr, Glenesk Pl. & Glenshee Pl.-86 p. ABERDEEN Rte 523 - 2300-2399 Abbeyglen Way, 750-794 Dunrobin Dr. – 72 p. RTE 534 - Nairn Pl. & Turnberry Pl. – 47 p. PINEVIEW VALLEY/ MT. DUFFERIN Rte 562 - Englemann Crt. & 1802-1890 Lodgepole Dr. – 66 p.

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Rte 581 - Cannel Dr, Cascade St, 15081539 Hillside Dr, Mellors Pl. - 47 p.

Rte 618 – Big Nickel Pl, Chapman Pl, Marsh Rd, Paul Rd, Peter Rd, 2440-2605 Thompson Dr. – 58 p.

Rte 584 - 1752–1855 Hillside Dr. – 26 p. Rte 586 - 1505-1584 Mt Duﬀerin Cres, 1575 Park Way, 1537-1569 Plateau Pl. - 27 p. Rte 590 - 1397 Copperhead Dr, Saskatoon Pl. – 36 p. BATCHELOR Rte 175 – Norfolk Crt, Norview Pl, 821-991 Norview Rd. – 38 p. VALLEYVIEW Rte 602 - Apple Lane, Knollwood Cres, Parkhill Dr, 1783 Valleyview Dr. - 47 p. Rte 603 - Chickadee Rd, Comazzetto Rd, Strom Rd, 1625-1648, 16521764 Valleyview Dr. - 40 p. Rte 605 - 1770-1919 Glenwood Dr, Knollwood Dr, Vicars Rd. – 61 p. Rte 606 - Orchard Dr, Russet Wynd, 1815–1899 Valleyview Dr. – 39 p. Rte 607 - Cardinal Dr, 1909-2003 Valleyview Dr. – 33 p.

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January 5, 1949 - April 21, 2016

Joe is survived by his wife Johanna (Hannie) to whom he was married for 63 years and his three children Diana Jules (husband Carey), Monica Harris (husband Glen), and Michael Bierman (wife Winette). Joe is also survived by his eleven grandchildren and fourteen greatgrandchildren (one great-grandchild preceded Joe to heaven).

The family of Joseph (Joe) A. E. Bierman are sad to announce his passing on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at the age of 90.

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Joe and Hannie immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in 1957 living in Vancouver before relocating the family to Kamloops in 1966. After retirement Joe moved to Vernon and then to South Surrey where he spent his final days. Joe was active in Kamloops Minor Hockey for a number of years as a coach and as president of the Minor Hockey Association. Joe will be remembered for his public accounting practice in Kamloops and his service to the community through membership on numerous boards of charity organizations as well as the Royal Inland Hospital Board, and, his involvement in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Joe lived a life of honesty and integrity in his business dealings and his personal life.

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Larry Patrick Bates Larry Patrick Bates of Kamloops, British Columbia passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at the age of 65 years old. After months of struggling with quadriplegia he died peacefully on his own terms at Royal Inland Hospital with his wife Ellen and son Michael by his side. Larry was born March 14,1955 in Flin Flon, Manitoba to Stanley George and Irene Mary Hannah (Dufily) Bates. As a boy he lived within the city of Flin Flon but spent many happy years at the family cabin on Lake Athapapuskow. As a young man he learned to work hard and take on whatever job necessary to support himself. He worked at Hudson Bay Mining Smelting Company, a garage and helped his father with carpentry among other things. Larry started his electrical ticket in Manitoba completed it in Alberta where he found work as an electrician.

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In 1977 Larry met Laurie Carey in Edmonton, their son Michael was born in 1979 and Larry and Laurie were married shortly after. The early years were difficult financially, Larry and Laurie made some tough choices in those days including leaving their home in Edmonton and moving to Logan Lake where Larry found work at the Highland Valley Copper mine, eventually working his way up to the position he retired from in 2017, General Foreman of the Electrical Department. He is predeceased in death by his parents Stan and Irene (Dufily) Bates; his first wife Laurie (Carey) Bates who succumbed to cancer in March of 2005 and his brother Barry who passed away in 1998. Larry met his wife Ellen in November of 2007 and they were married December of 2008. Both Larry and Ellen enjoyed riding their motorcycles, golfing and camping together. Larry was an introvert that loved to socialize, a man of few words but many friends. He cultivated many friends over his 65 years and he worked at staying in touch with most, it was not uncommon for him to pick up the telephone and call a friend or brother Ron. Mr. Bates is survived by his loving wife Ellen (Hansell) Bates of Kamloops, BC, his son Michael Bates, daughter-in-law Danielle (Guillou) Bates, granddaughter McKinley and grandson Bareck of Logan Lake, BC, step-daughter Toni Anderson, son-in-law Mason Richard and grandsons Logan and Wyatt Richard of Fort McMurray, AB, step-son Taylor Anderson and his wife Drew (Stoney) Anderson of Grand Prairie, AB, sister Linda (Bates) Redman, brother-in-law Brian Redman, their son Jaron and daughter Jamie, sister Karen (Bates) Lachance, brother-in-law Brian Lachance and their daughters Courtney and Rochelle, brother Ron and sister-in-law Veronica (Carriere) Bates and their daughters Kayla and Brittany Bates. Fondly remembered by his many cousins, extended family as well as many wonderful friends. Larry enjoyed hockey, music, golfing, woodworking, his garage nights with friends and he also had a love for vintage cars and trucks. Larry was a tough guy with a soft spot for his pets. He was a strong, proud and good man. He is loved and will be missed by many! A funeral service will be held at the Logan Lake Community Church, Reverend Steve Filyke presiding, date tentatively August 15, 2020. To be confirmed. Followed by the fist annual Larry Bates Memorial Golf Tournament to be held at the Meadow Creek Golf Course in Logan Lake.

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Kathleen Bucher

February 21, 1946 - March 27, 2020 Kathleen Phyllis Bucher (nĂŠe Irving) passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at Royal Inland Hospital. She will be remembered as a loving wife, dedicated mother and an encourager to so many. Always a strong and positive voice in her community, Kathleen connected with people wherever she went. A certified physiotherapist, Kathleen worked in the Kamloops area for over thirty years.

When things go wrong as they sometimes will, When the road youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trudging seems all uphill When funds are low and debts are high And you want to smile, but you have to sigh, When care is pressing down a bit,

She is survived by her husband Martin Bucher, sister Joan McLeod, three sons Darius, Stephen and Mark, twenty grandchildren, three great-grandchildren as well as numerous nephews, nieces and friends.

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A memorial service will be held at a later date. A Facebook page has been set up for condolences and sharing memories of Kathleen. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 237423350995406/

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February 9, 1932 - March 18, 2020 Less than a year ago you lost the love of your life Patricia and the loss broke your heart. Being without her was too hard to bear. Your smiles and your true happiness died with her. The past few months the physical pain you were going through broke our hearts. As much as it hurts to lose you we are glad you are no longer suffering. We were truly blessed to have kept you at home until the end and we know you heard us every time we told you that we loved you. Dad was born in London England, a true cockney as he was born within the sound of Bowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bells. He survived a bout of diphtheria as a young child and was pretty sure that was why he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as tall as any of his brothers! He also survived the war as a child evacuee and the emotional wounds he suffered would never heal. Fortunately for dad and his brothers, they were given a public (private school in the U.K.) education as a government â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;experimentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to test the nature over nurture theory in regards to intelligence and learning ability. Dad went on to serve in the RAF but due to extreme air sickness he transferred his radio officer skills to the Merchant Navy. He apprenticed as an Electronics Technician with Marconi and that career took him to many parts of the world with wife and children in tow. Dad really enjoyed his time spent working on the Mid Canada (DEW) Line. After training in Streator, Illinois he did many years up north at Great Slave Lake and Great Whale River but did time at all of the locations before ending his stint at Hall Beach. Mom and dad met in 1955 and married in 1957 and had 62 wonderful years together. Dad was pre-deceased by our mom Patricia only 10 1/2 months ago and by four of his siblings in England. Lovingly survived by his children Marina (Francis), Heather (Gerald), Denise, and John (Palma). He left a legacy of six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He leaves four surviving siblings back in England. Dad spent at least 30 years working on the genealogy of the Capon family and in fact became an expert who shared his findings with many organizations and other family members around the world. He loved â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;potteringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the garden with mom, family barbeques and holiday dinners, really enjoyed trips to the pool, and loved a good World War II debate. An avid reader of Roman history and Science Fiction we can only hope there is a great library on the other side. That, and awesome hiking trails so he and mom can enjoy them together again as they did in the past. Many thanks to Dr. Smillie for the home visits and personal phone calls, to the RIH RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and to all the care aides who made life just a little easier in his last months. Cremation took place on March 20, 2020, no service will be held. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Together againâ&#x20AC;?

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Theodore Vance Fowler (Ted) February 8, 1927 - March 28, 2020

FOWLER, Ted we lost our beloved Dad who passed away peacefully at Mariposa Gardens in Osoyoos, BC on Saturday, March 28, 2020. He was predeceased by his father Thomas Mason Fowler, his mother Iva Catherine Vance Fowler and his siblings Thomas, Joe and Emily. He is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Leah, and his four children Angie Lock (Don), Mike Vogels, Patricia Potter (Fedel) and Linda Lowe (Arnie). Also mourning his loss are his grandchildren Collin Lock (Gina), Niki Wright (Kyle), Trevor Lock (Susi), Brandi Twamley (Sean), Dustin Potter (Brandi), Lyndsay Schmutz (Nik), Alyssa Lowe and Kelsey Lowe (Ryan Leier). He also was grandpa to many great- grandchildren, and even a few great, greats. Ted was born in Miami, Florida and moved to Georgia with his family as a child. After leaving Georgia, the family moved to Roswell, New Mexico where Ted attended the New Mexico Military Institute. He then enlisted in the Navy and served in WWII on the Navel warship, SS Ludlow. After the war, Ted went on to college to study animal husbandry. As a young man he moved with his brother Joe to Mancos, Colorado, to a ranch in the Montezuma Valley where they successfully raised Champion Hereford bulls. He met Leah at a dance in Cortez, Colorado in 1958, and they married in 1959. On a trip to Canada, Ted and Leah were so impressed with the green abundance of grassland, when they got home they put the ranch up for sale, packed up the kids, and moved with the family to Canada. In the spring of 1965, Ted bought a ranch in Little Fort, BC where he and Leah raised their family and were members of their community for over fifty years. The ranch was a favourite place for family to gather, and often the kids would come with their RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and spend time camping and swimming in the creek. Many treasured family celebrations were spent there. Ted was a member of the Lions Club, and served as president. He and Leah square danced in Clearwater for many years and made many lifelong friends. They were snowbirds for a number of years until ill health slowed them down. In his retirement years they carpet bowled and went all over BC for tournaments, even winning the BC Seniors Games in 2009. Ted loved to play games and fostered a love of card and board games in his children and grandchildren. He loved to joke and was always quick with a snappy comeback! Everyone enjoyed his sense of humour. His happy presence will be sadly missed as we carry on, and his memory will be forever cherished. A celebration of life will be held at a later date this summer when we are able to gather together as a family. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com

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I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is on object of beauty & strength & I stand & watch her, until at length, she is only a speck of white cloud just wheret he seas & sky meet and mingle with each other. Then someone at my side exclaims, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gone!â&#x20AC;? Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all. She is just as large as she was when she left my side & just as able to bear her load of living freight to the place of her destination. Her diminished size is in me, not her. And just at the moment when someone at my side says she is gone, there are other eyes watching for her coming and other voices ready to take up the glad shout â&#x20AC;&#x153;There she comes!â&#x20AC;?. by Henry Van Dyke

A Vanished Friend

Around the corner I have a friend In this great city that has no end; Yet days go by, and weeks rush on, And before I know it a year has gone, And I never see my old friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face, He knows I like him just as well As in the days when I rang his bell, Tired of playing a foolish game, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tomorrow, I will call on Jim, But tomorrow comes and tomorrow goes, And the distance between us grows and grows, Around the corner, yet miles away Â Â? Â? And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we get, and deserve in the end, Around the corner a vanished friend! by Anders Lim

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Norman “Bruce” Wayne Graham 1943 - 2020

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Irving George Mann

April 17, 1934 - March 9, 2020

We wish to announce the unexpected passing of Norman Bruce W. Graham on April 7, 2020.

Irving “Irv” George Mann, aged 85, passed away peacefully at Tabor Home in Abbotsford, BC.

He leaves to mourn his loss his wife of 54 years Ina, his daughters Rebecca (Remi Rheault) and Samantha; grandsons David (14) and Michael (12), his sisters Ruth and Ann (Al Keeting).

Irv was born one of three children in Prince George, BC, the son of Irving and Erna Mann, bother Harold Mann, sister Viola Marquette (all predeceased).

He is predeceased by his parents Norman and Martha Graham, his brother John Graham (Olive). Due to COVID-19, funeral arrangements will be delayed until the family can gather. In the interim Norman Bruce will be cremated and burial service to follow.

“In light of what is transpiring in B.C. Dave’s family is postponing the open house on Saturday, April 18th, 2020. Stay safe and healthy.

Throughout his life he drove transport, worked as a body mechanic both with the Toronto Transit Commission, and various garages in the 1960s. He was service manager for McPherson Motors in North Bay in the 1970s, as well as in Hamilton in the 1980s. He helped in the development of proto type underground mining machinery for Jarvis Clarke in both North Bay and Burlington, late ‘70s and early ‘80s. He had many happy years in accident appraisal throughout Northwestern Ontario in the ‘90s, and concluded his career with security services in Kamloops and at the airport in the 21st Century. He enjoyed the great outdoors - hunting, fishing, sailing, canoeing, swimming, driving, skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, camping and the quiet life. Bruce, aka Dad, aka Poppa will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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Irene Ketsa Irene Ketsa (née Makowichuk) passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Royal Inland Hospital. She is pre-deceased by her husband Steve, daughter Esther, brothers Harry, Peter, Joe and Sam; sisters Olga, Lilly, Jean, Rose and Lizzy. She will be lovingly remembered by her sisters Anne and May; children Elaine (Robert) Grevenitis, Lorraine (Mike) Sorba, and Ken (Cheryl) Ketsa; grandchildren Jim (Dawn), Matthew (Raina), MJ, Allysha (Josh), KC, Jon (Amber), Stephanie (Chris), and Chad (Gemma); greatgrandchildren Aidan, Ryder, Emily, Daxon, Lindsay and Ashton, as well as many other family members and friends. Irene loved hummingbirds, her gardens, playing cards, family get-togethers and her many trips to the Casino. Her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren were held dearly in her heart and she wanted only the best for them. Her candy jar was always full for their special visits. We would like to thank the EMS and emergency staff at RIH for all their help. She will be sadly missed but never forgotten. “I can no longer see you with my eyes, touch you with my hands, but I will feel you in my heart forever.” No funeral by request.

Irv was a hard working, dedicated son, brother, husband, father, uncle, cousin, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He was a respected businessman, owner, operator and creator of Zono Filters Ltd. (Kamloops), Northern Magneto (Prince George), and Mann’s Automotive (Smithers). He was known as an earnest, enthusiastic committed member of the Lions Club in Chase, Kamloops, Prince George and Smithers, spearheading a variety of service projects over his 60+ years, receiving the prestigious “Life Membership” award, among other honours. He held rank in the Air Cadets, was one of the early pioneers of PGARA raceway, an avid stock car driver, a certified pilot. He loved to dance with his wife Kassy, had a zeal for life, quick witted and having a sense of humour. Irv loved his family first and foremost, married to his wife of over 65 years, Kathleen “Kassy.” Irv will be deeply missed by his four children and their spouses, his ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, family and friends. The family thanks all the staff that cared for him.

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Barbara June Stratton McGuire We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Barbara into the arms of The Lord on April 10, 2020 in London, Ontario. Beloved wife of the late Raymond, cherished mother of Stephen (Kathryn), Debra, Randall (Rachel) and Bradley. Barbara will be forever missed by her grandchildren Patrick, Suzanne, Chelsea, Brett, Megan, Shamus and Gavin, and great-grandchildren Penny and Austin. Barbara was born to Douglas and Inez Smith in St. George, New Brunswick on October 28, 1932, elder sister to Natalie (late) and brother Wayne. Barbara grew up in the Schooner shipbuilding and industrial sailing region of Canada, Parrsboro, NS, where her family were shipbuilders and Schooner captains for generations. Both Barb’s zest for teaching and her love of theatre were sparked there. She attended Teachers College, later accepting a teaching position in the Canadian National Rail Station town of McAdam, New Brunswick where she met the love of her life, Station Masters son, Raymond McGuire. She was soon integrated into the large fun-loving Irish Catholic McGuire clan where she enjoyed dear, extended family relationships and uproarious family get-togethers for most of her life. Barb and Ray set down roots in Ontario to raise their family, where Barb continued to teach for 25 years, flourish personally, and build community with extensive community service.

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Ann Margaret Ness 1988 - 2020

Our beloved and courageous Ann died comfortably in the palliative care unit of the Vancouver General Hospital on April 7, 2020 at the age of 31. Ann grew up in Kamloops and graduated from Brock High School, meeting many people there whose friendships endured over the years. Her happy high school days in Kamloops included teaching Sunday school at the Unitarian congregation and going to Quebec to learn French. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from SFU and was accepted into the Masters of Occupational Therapy Program at Dalhousie before this final recurrence of cancer. A beautiful soul, Ann was adamant that she be remembered for herself, not her illness. Ann’s outstanding care for the welfare of others, her ever-present smile and incredible conversational abilities will be forever remembered by her family including parents Rob and Peria Ness (Kamloops), sister Vicky, cousins Evan Hawley and family (Vancouver), Stephen Hawley and family (Ottawa), Luke and Joel Williams and family (Western Australia), uncle Dan Williams (Western Australia) and aunt Marilyn Ness (Victoria).

She Walks in Beauty LORD BYRON

She walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies; And all that’s best of dark and bright Meet in her aspect and her eyes; Thus mellowed to that tender light Which heaven to gaudy day denies. One shade the more, one ray the less, Had half impaired the nameless grace Which waves in every raven tress, Or softly lightens o’er her face; Where thoughts serenely sweet express, How pure, how dear their dwelling-place. And on that cheek, and o’er that brow, So soft, so calm, yet eloquent, The smiles that win, the tints that glow, But tell of days in goodness spent, A mind at peace with all below, A heart whose love is innocent!

Barbs achievements in music and theatre led to advanced positions in Theatre and Musical Comedy groups across the country. Barb was a vivacious, attractive, and stylish woman who loved the limelight and radiated colour by flashing her smile, singing a tune, or laughing with a charming giggle or a booming gaffaw. She will be fondly remembered by the many people she touched and inspired during her inimitable teaching career and throughout her theatre passions and productions in the musical theatre groups, particularly in Sault Ste. Marie, ON, and Kamloops, BC. With hard-earned skill and aplomb she directed, acted, sang, and produced much of the cannon of Broadway musicals and English Language plays, as well as starting her own Theatre Company in Kamloops, Moxie Crew. A one of a kind presence and indelible memory to all who had the fortune of making her acquaintance. Rest In Peace until you soar again Broadway Barb! To support her love of animals, donations in her name may be made to the SPCA.

A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to the John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo St., London, ON, N6B 2N6, www.donohuefuneralhome.ca.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions a celebration of Barb’s life will take place at a later date.

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Catherine (Teenie) Ramsay, long-time resident of Kamloops, BC, died peacefully at her care home on March 26, 2020 at the age of 83. Catherine is survived and remembered by her b e l ove d s o n s B o b ( H e a t h e r ) G u n s o n o f Kamloops, BC and Reid Jenkins of Maple Ridge, BC; her grandchildren Robert James Jr, Brock (Dana), Brad, Natasha and Cameron, sisters Helen and Gene; brother Rudy of Abbotsford her beloved great-grandchildren Avery Marie and Noah Robert of Fort St John, BC and her precious dogs Kyra and Teca. Children and grandchildren were the pride and joy of Teenieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. The legacy of her kind spirit, passion for gardening, love of teaching and zest for life will live on through them. Catherine was born in Dawson Creek on August 13,1936 to Cornelius and Eva Braun of Russia. She moved to Kamloops in her 20s where she married her first husband Robert James Sr, she welcomed her two sons Bob and Larry who were the most important parts of her life. Larry her 2nd son passed away tragically from a motorcycle accident at the age of 18. She now rejoins her loved son in heaven. Catherine worked for the City of Kamloops as a water and sewer treatment professional. She was a trailblazer being the first woman to work outside with the men more than 50 years ago. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but think Catherine blazed a trail for all woman who now work in the trade industry. Catherine was a devoted mother and the best grandmother anyone could ask. She enjoyed gardening and sun tanning at her lake property in the Shuswap. Being in the garden was her happy place. There was nothing Catherine liked better than a garden full of colorful flowers and a freshly mowed lawn on a bright summers day, her yard would make her neighbours green with envy. She strived to have the best kept property on the block. Neighbours would be shocked that a 70-year-old woman would be out in the garden digging away in the dirt from dusk till dawn, the reward of her hard-work always made her smile. Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2 favourite colours were spring and fall, she would rather have flowers on her table than diamonds on her neck. She will be sadly missed by all those whose lives she has touched and inspired. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we had a flower for every time we thought of you, We could walk in your garden foreverâ&#x20AC;? Due to the circumstances a funeral service is not scheduled at this time. Flowers, and condolences may be offered at 330 Sunhill Court, Kamloops, BC V2E2P4. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com

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We are saddened to announce that Mary passed away on April 7, 2020, at Gemstone Care Center, Kamloops. Mary was born in Belfast, Ireland, the 3rd of six girls born to Hugh and Mary Josephine Robb. She came to Canada in 1967, settling in London, Ontario, moving to North Vancouver in 1994, and Kamloops in 2017. She was predeceased by her parents, and sister Rosaleen. Mary will be lovingly remembered by her sisters Kathleen, Dympna (Sean, deceased), Geraldine and Deirdre (Liam), her nieces and nephews Brendan, Grainne, Renata, Shannon, Dymphna, Laura, Ann, Hugh, Deirdre and Liam. Mary loved the slots machines in Las Vegas, the horse races in Galway, and her cats Scallawag and Ragamuffin. A Funeral Mass will be held at a later date. Should friends desire, donations may be made to Kamloops & District Humane Society, 304860 Nicolani Drive, Kamloops, BC V2B 5B3. Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Oscar George Sparks 1939 - 2020

With great sadness, the family of Oscar Sparks announces his passing on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in Kamloops. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret, children Robert Sparks, Angie (Bret) Mavety, Candace Mavety (all of Kamloops) and Clinton Mavety, of Burnaby, eleven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and his brother Dave Sparks of Surrey. Oscar was predeceased by his daughter Evonne, his parents Benjamin and Jean, and two siblings. Oscar was born on May 26, 1939 in New Westminster. He was a longshoreman for 42 years. Oscar and Margaret were married on June 20, 2009. He enjoyed visiting close friends, walking, movies and dinners with the family. A Celebration of Oscarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Though wise men at their end know dark is right, Because their words had forked no lightening they Do not go gentle into that good night. Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay, Rage, rage against the dying of the light. And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way, Do not go gentle into that good night. Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay, Rage, rage against the dying of the light. And you, my father, there on the sad height, Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the light. by Dylan Thomas

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Now resting in peace, it is with heavy hearts that the family of Norm Sanborn announces his death at hospice on April 6, 2020. There will be no service at this time, though the family plans to have a celebration of life at another time.

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