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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 | Volume 33 No. 36
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THESE KIDS HAVE DRIVE
CRASH FROM BIRD STRIKE?
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RCAF preliminary probe into May 17 accident released
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PIPELINE EXPANSION WORK HAS BEGUN IN KAMLOOPS MICHAEL POTESTIO
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Tom Dhaliwal and his son Paul helped Kamloops RCMP officers change a tire along 12th Street in North Kamloops on Sunday. Officers had been responding to a report of a man with a gun in the area, which turned out to be unsubstantiated, when the Dhaliwals lent a hand. The scene was a stark contrast to the images of violence seen in the United States during the past week as protesters in dozens of cities continue to gather nightly following the May 25 death of George Floyd as he was arrested by police in Minneapolis.
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A peaceful protest in honour of the recent deaths of people of colour is being planned. A group on Instagram calling itself kamloops.blm.movement is organizing a noon rally in Riverside Park this Thursday. BLM stands for “Black Lives Matter.”
A notice for the rally states it is “a protest in honour of Regis Korchinsky-Paquet, George Floyd and the many other unarmed P.O.C. (people of colour) being murdered daily. Remember their names. Fight for equal rights.” The rally will be moved to Prince Charles Park downtown if there are flooding issues in Riverside Park, according
to organizers. Paquet was a 29-year-old black woman who fell to her death from a 24th-floor apartment unit in Toronto on May 27. At the time, she was in the apartment unit with police officers, called there by Korchinsky-Paquet’s mother, who said her daughter was in a state of distress. See ORGANIZERS, A4
Construction of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion in Kamloops began this week with preparatory work underway for a sevenkilometre stretch through that will take about seven months to complete. A workforce of up to 50 people are in the city this month and that number will swell to approximately 600 workers at the peak of construction in August. “Initially, we’ll be setting up a construction yard and commencing work up and around Ord Road, north of the airport,” Trans Mountain president and CEO Ian Anderson told KTW. Work in June and early July will involve preparing yards and construction sites in the city, followed by installation of the new pipeline in the vicinity of Ord and Tranquille roads near the airport. In July, the pipeline will pass under the Thompson River near Tranquille Road, east of the airport, to the south side of the river using trenchless crossing techniques in which a drill bores under the river to pull the pipeline through to the other side. That work was initially pegged for April, but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Anderson said the work under the
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river is expected to be seamless, noting crews replaced the existing pipeline that passes under the Thompson River last summer, in under two months. Changes to the riverbed over time moved the old line closer to the bottom of the river, so a new line was placed lower in the ground, he said. Construction will continue on the south end of the city, travelling up the hillside, west of Mount Dufferin and toward the Trans Mountain terminal south of city, near Highway 1 and Lac Le Jeune Road. Anderson pegged spring 2021 before any significant construction begins around the Jacko Lake area southwest of Aberdeen. Clearing the right-of-way for the section of pipeline expansion running along the Lac Du Bois grasslands above Westsyde won’t begin until the fall and installation of that section of pipeline will not commence until next summer. Work from Valemont south to Kamloops and from Kamloops toward Merritt will begin this fall. “This fall will be a busy time — come August, September — across the whole corridor,” Anderson said. Weather permitting, construction will be around the clock. Anderson said at its 600-worker peak, multiple sites in Kamloops will be worked on at once.
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LOCAL NEWS A man leaves a photograph at a memorial for George Floyd on May 27, after the May 25 death of Floyd while he was being arrested by police in Minneapolis. LORI SHAULL /FLICKR/WIKIMEDIA CREATIVE COMMONS
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ROAD CLOSURE AND REMOVAL OF DEDICATION AS A HIGHWAY BYLAW NO.18-386
(Adjacent to 780 Windsor Avenue) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 16, 2020, Kamloops City Council will consider adopting Bylaw No. 18-386, a bylaw to authorize the closure of road and removal of dedication as a highway shown as being a part of road dedicated by Plan H15295, D.L. 257, K.D.Y.D. as shown below:
Floyd was a 46-year-old black man who died after being arrested by police in Minneapolis. Video footage shows officer Derek Chauvin pressing his knee into Floyd’s neck as Floyd lay facedown on the street, begging Chauvin to release his body weight and saying he could not breathe. Chauvin and three other officers involved in the arrest were fired and Chauvin was later charged with third-degree murder. Floyd’s death sparked protest and riots in cities across the United States, with the unrest continuing this week. KTW contacted Kamloops protest organizers, who did not wish to have their names published. “We’d rather remain anony-
mous to help direct the publicity to the purpose of the actual protest,” they told KTW via email. “Initially, we were only expecting a handful of people, but many more have shown interest. We’re unsure exactly how many will show up. This was organized only by a small group that was only expecting a small group in attendance.” Organizers say they are aware of violence that has resulted from some protests in the U.S., but noted the noon protest in Kamloops on Thursday is designed to be peaceful. “As of now, we have no concerns regarding those that would cause any trouble or panic. We highly discourage inciting violence as we feel it won’t help prove our point. We want to stand together with those that are and will struggle.”
Organizers were asked by KTW to explain the goal of the rally, with respect to Kamloopsians. “To those that think this rally/ protest won’t do anything, I’d ask them why they think this way? “Canada is not a country immune to racism and oppression. Our goal is to raise awareness to these ongoing issues and encourage people to continue to talk about them, even when there isn’t a global conversation,” they said. “This country has a long history of oppression of minorities that still continues to this day. Who are we to judge and silence those people? “Who are we pretend the people in other counties don’t matter as well? In Kamloops, we have to show our support for other communities and make sure they know we care.”
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The bylaw is available for viewing online at: https://kamloops.civicweb. net/filepro/documents/116034. Inquiries may also be directed to realestate@kamloops.ca or by calling 250-828-3548. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, members of the public are not able to attend Council meetings in person at this time. All persons who wish to register an opinion on the proposed closure may do so by: • Mail - Legislative Services, 7 Victoria Street West, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1A2 • Email - legislate@kamloops.ca
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Written submissions, including your name and address, are included in the Council Agenda and will be posted on the City’s website as part of the permanent public record. Please note that the City considers the author’s address relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose this personal information.
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Canadian Armed Forces investigators cut through the wreckage of the downed Snowbirds jet on May 19 in Kamloops. The aircraft crashed on May 17. Canadian Forces Snowbirds Capt. Jennifer Casey, the aerobatic team’s public affairs officer, was killed and pilot Capt. Richard MacDougall suffered serious, but nonlife threatening injuries. KEITH ANDERSON PHOTO
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Bird strike eyed as possible cause of Snowbirds crash in Kamloops MICHAEL POTESTIO STAFF REPORTER michael@kamloopsthisweek.com
A Kamloops resident who trained to be a fighter pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force told KTW last week that a bird strike may have been responsible for the May 17 Snowbirds jet crash that killed Capt. Jennifer Casey and injured pilot Capt. Richard MacDougall. On Monday, the RCAF released a preliminary report, confirming it is exploring a bird strike as the possible cause of the crash. Speaking to KTW last week, city resident Murray Todd said he believes a bird strike may have been the case, noting he heard a popping noise upon viewing videos of the aircraft’s takeoff posted to social media. “To me, it’s either that or a mechanical failure of some sort, but mechanical failures are different in a way,” Todd said. “They kind of explode the engine, but a bird strike can just go through the engine and kill it and you’ve still got a fair amount of forward momentum in that.” At about 11:30 a.m. on May 17, two CT-114 Tutor Snowbirds jets left Kamloops Airport, en route to their next stop on the cross-Canada Operation Inspiration tour, designed to salute health-care workers and raise the spirit of the public during the COVIID-19 pandemic. Shortly after takeoff, Snowbird 11 gained altitude and departed its formation northward, turning left before plummeting out of the sky and crashing nose-first into a Brocklehurst neighbourhood.
Both MacDougall and Casey ejected from the aircraft while it was upright, but descending, with the nose of the plane pointed to the ground. According to the RCAF’s report, review of footage of the accident showed a bird in very close proximity to the plane’s right engine as it was taking off. “The investigation is focusing on environmental factors (birdstrike) as well as the performance of the escape system,” the report stated. The possibility of a bird strike causing the accident was touched on in a recent CBC interview with former Snowbirds commander Robert Mitchell, who noticed what appears to be a small object moving near the CT-114 Tutor aircraft as it took off from the airport. “I can’t put hand on heart and say that that is a bird, that speck, but one of the more risky areas of any aviation is after takeoff,” Mitchell said in the interview, noting birds are factors at airports. The video he was reviewing was taken from Aviation Way. During the takeoff, a popping noise can be heard as the jets fly overhead. The source of the pop isn’t clear, but in another video — posted online by KTW — showing the takeoff from a different angle, a popping noise can also be heard at about the same moment in time. Todd said speaking with Capt. MacDougall will help in piecing together the cause of the crash. “He’s going to give them a lot of stuff,” Todd said. In his CBC interview, Mitchell said the plane’s
climb is an indication something is wrong, noting it’s a common tactic learned in training to pull away from the other aircraft in formation and gain altitude, which gives a pilot time to determine his or her options and determine if there’s an alternative landing spot. He said the higher the plane is, the safer the ejection sequence is likely to be, adding the ejection vector should be upright and not sideways. Todd said he was puzzled by the plane gaining altitude, recalling that when he trained on T-33 jets, the advice for handling a stalled engine while close to the ground was to continue moving forward and find a safe place to glide to safety. Todd, however, noted Capt. MacDougall may have been doing exactly what he was trained to do in that situation. Todd said he trained to be a fighter pilot on the T-33 jet at the age of 20 in 1964, but did not complete the training. He went on to obtain his private pilot’s licence and worked for 20 years as an air traffic controller in Vancouver and Victoria. Upon ejecting the aircraft, Casey and MacDougall ended up on a Schreiner Street property — Casey in the backyard and MacDougall on the roof of the house — about six doors from the crash site at 2425 Glenview St., where flaming wreckage could be seen up against a house. The severed tail of the plane appeared to come to a rest across the street. It’s unclear if MacDougall or Casey’s chutes opened. On video, one appears to be unfurling before they fall out of sight.
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LOCAL NEWS City and school district playgrounds had been closed since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of June 1, they have reopened, but residents should be aware that the structures will not be cleaned. Parents and children are urged to follow provincial health guidelines, including washing and sanitizing hands before and after visiting playgrounds, maintaining physical distancing, avoiding gatherings and staying home if sick. DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE
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Kamloops playgrounds reopen The yellow caution tape has come down and Kamloops kids can hit the swings in time for summer with the reopening of playgrounds. Both the City of Kamloops and Kamloops-Thompson school district have reopened playground structures in municipal parks and at public schools, as part of B.C.’s phasedin reopening plan amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, access to outdoor
fitness equipment — such as that found on McArthur Island — will be permitted. Playgrounds and outdoor fitness equipment was closed to the public since mid-March, in a bid to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus. Residents should be aware that the structures will not be cleaned. Precautions should be made by parents and children and residents are asked to follow provincial health guidelines,
including washing and sanitizing hands before and after visiting playgrounds, maintaining physical distancing, avoiding gatherings and staying home if sick. Water parks and gyms have yet to reopen, though the city said updated information on when those facilities will reopen will come soon. For more information, go online to kamloops.ca/ covid or sd73.bc.ca.
TCC indoor track now open The fieldhouse at the Tournament Capital Centre reopened this week with a phased-approach and new regulations in place as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The indoor track is open, but the upper gym areas, the EZ Line fitness equipment and the fieldhouse courts will remain closed. The city said staff are working with multiple agencies, including the Office of the Provincial Health Officer, Interior Health and the BC Recreation and Parks Association to determine a safe reopening strategy. Gyms and related fitness centre can reopen and several private facilities in Kamloops have done so, under pandemic-related safety protocols. At the TCC, a number of changes have been implemented: • A drop-in visit costs $5 or monthly passes are available. Annual memberships are not available at this time.
• No cash will be accepted — debit or credit only. • Adjusted hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondays through Saturdays. These hours are temporary during the reopening and will be expanded as restrictions are lifted. • Guests are encouraged to leave their valuables at home and to come ready to work out as there will be no access to change rooms or lockers. • There will be reduced parking available due to construction on both the Canada Games Aquatic Centre and Hillside Stadium. • There will be a 180-person limit in the fieldhouse. Expect lineups and allow ample time for your visit. Check out the webcams at Kamloops.ca/ FacilityWebcams before you go. • Per Interior Health guidelines, water fountains will be turned off, but the water bottle refill station will be open. Patrons
are encouraged to bring their own water bottles. • Do not enter the TCC if you’re feeling ill, if you have been exposed to the COVID-19 virus or if you have travelled outside of the country recently. Practise physical distancing and good hygiene. Fencing and floor markings will delineate flow throughout the building. Meanwhile, the city is working with PacificSport and ViaSport on a strategy for reopening sports fields. At this time, fields are open for unstructured play, but scrimmages and games are not permitted. In addition, nets on hoops in city basketball courts will soon be added. Community halls, pools, arenas, and water parks will remain closed until further notice. The city is working with the province, the BC Recreation and Parks Association and the National Lifesaving Society to develop a plan to reopen those amenities.
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The City of Kamloops is working on further floodprotection measures this week — at McArthur Island in North Kamloops and in the parking lot at Sandman Centre downtown. Similar to the sand-filled Hesco baskets barrier constructed at Riverside Park, the city will install the baskets this week between McArthur Island’s entrances on MacKenzie Avenue and 12th Street. City utility services supervisor Joe Luison said construction is expected to occur through Wednesday. The ring road is closed to vehicular traffic and Luison said it will be closed to pedestrians during construction, then reopened until a time when waters may reach a level that will make it unsafe for pedestrians to continue using the area. In addition, a walking path along the slough to the east of the park will remain open during construction of the baskets. Meanwhile, the flood work continues after a busy weekend for city crews, which were watching the weather and responding to low-lying areas. “The weekend went well,” he said. “We did, with that forecast, see a need for crews to be ready for response.” Environment Canada had issued two special weather statements for the Kamloops area — warning of possible heavy rains and severe thunderstorms — but the worst of the front that came from Washington state steered east of
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the city and region. Luison said crews attended low-lying areas prone to water retention, due to the landscape around them, and sucked up water with giant trucks designed for sewer flushing that also have the ability to act essentially as a large water vacuum. Areas attended over the weekend included North Kamloops, along the river in Brocklehurst, a few locations on the South Shore and on Thompson Drive in Valleyview. Boat launches were closed on Friday and the city said it had no issues with people trying to deploy vessels. Luison reminded home owners to continue to take precautions. “We just ask people along the rivers to take measures to pro-
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he protests against the deaths of black citizens at the hands of American police officers is a call to action that has not remained within the 48 contiguous states. The May 25 murder of George Floyd — and let’s call it exactly that, captured as it was on video for the world to see — has galvanized more than a nation. Peaceful protests in the U.S. have been marred by opportunists — be they extreme right wing white supremacists, extreme left wing Antifa mobs or common criminals — but the genuine protesters have a powerful message for the world to hear. The events in the United States have spilled over into Canada and Europe, where people have gathered and continue to plan to gather to show their support for victims of racism everywhere. In Kamloops, a peaceful protest is planned for Thursday at noon in Riverside Park, with organizers telling KTW: “Canada is not a country immune to racism and oppression. Our goal is to raise awareness to these ongoing issues and encourage people to continue to talk about them, even when there isn’t a global conversation.” Kamloops Coun. Arjun Singh waded into the conversation during Tuesday’s council meeting, noting racism exists and arguing U.S. President Donald Trump is stoking the division with his words and actions. “I’m horribly upset by the actions of the U.S. president,” Singh said, noting he supports Thursday’s planned protest. Events may be local, but the cause of the problem that has led to the scenes of anger and despair in the U.S. is global. Let’s not forget the reason the peaceful protesters are marching day and night in every state. And that reason is George Floyd and every other minority in the U.S. who has been a victim of a system that has needed reforming since even before that day in 1865, when the civil war ended, but the civil rights in America have yet to be balanced. Say their names.
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wenty years ago, the movie Pay It Forward came out. It may not have completely changed the world, but the phrase has certainly stuck with us, as has the concept of repaying kindness not to the giver, but to another person. It’s time for us at Kamloops This Week to have our own Pay It Forward moment. Our KTW Reader Support Program has been a heartwarming success, with nearly, 1,100 individual donors coming forward over the past two months to support local news. That’s 1,100 people who are paying for something they have always received for free, in order to make sure it’s still here to keep providing news for free to others. The timing for that support couldn’t be better. Over the past two months, we’ve had more readers than ever before, with people seeking local information about the COVID-19 pandemic and with more time to read due to selfisolation. At the same time, the advertising revenue that supports our efforts has been severely cut back as local businesses were forced to close or curtail their operations. Local businesses are cautiously reopening under the guidance of our provincial health officials, but the overall climate is still very uncertain and the advertising is understandably slow to come back. Things like the federal government’s wage subsidy will help us sustain our operations, but it’s clear the situation won’t ever be like it was just a few short months ago.
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tion’s value over a full year — in other words, if you contribute $5 a month, that’s a $60 donation. To the nearly 1,100 donors who have already contributed to our Reader Support Program, this goes for you, as well. We’ll be in contact by email with all who donated through our online support site, to send you a link to indicate what local charity you’d like to support. (If you donated by phone, mail or drop-off, please call our office at 250-374-7467 and leave us your name and the local charity you’d like your donation to support.) That means we will be giving at least $200,000 more in online advertising to our local charities this years thanks to the generous support of KTW readers like you — and that number will only climb as our list of generous donors grows. If you’d like to support local news and support local charities at the same time, please join us. You can make a one-time or a recurring monthly donation on our secure online portal at support. kamloopsthisweek.com. If you prefer, you can pay by credit card over the phone (250-374-7467) or drop off or mail a cheque to us at 1365B Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops BC V2C 5P6. Your continuing support is going to be instrumental in maintaining local news for our community — and also in supporting the community groups that you read about in our pages. Thank you so much for both. Tim Shoults is operations manager for Kamloops This Week and Aberdeen Publishing. Reach him by email at tshoults@ aberdeenpublishing.com.
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BEWARE INSURANCE FINE PRINT AMID CRISES, A NEED TO SEND SOME GRATITUDE Editor: With all the tragic events happening in our city and around the world, I think a positive story is in order. I was at Canadian Tire recently with a flat tire to deal with. I had to leave the vehicle with them and walk home to pick it up later. As I was sitting in the car having lunch before the walk home, a young lady came up to my window and asked if I would like a ride home as she heard my situation inside the car shop. I was shocked that not only did she offer a ride without knowing me, but she did so even with the COVID-19 pandemic and its phsyical-distancing guidelines hanging over her head. With no thought of her personal space and safety, she drove me home — a 10-minute trip — and went on her way. A huge shout out to Marty and her sincere kindness. It was so much appreciated. Doug Dick Kamloops Editor: The entire staff at Royal Inland Hospital deserves applause for the outstanding treatment my wife, Faye, received on May 21. They were extremely professional, very courteous and did a great job. Vic Kraft Kamloops
Editor: My wife and I (both 75) have diligently made travel cancellation payments to Johns Inc. and Medo Insurance for the past 15 years. Global Excel is their division that handles validity and payouts of any claims. We have never made a claim until this year. This group plan was promoted by the BC Retired Teachers’ Association. We normally take a four-week holiday in Mexico every winter and wanted the travel security. On numerous occasion, when we talked to our Global Excel agents, they assured us that our flights, accommo-
dation deposits and medical concerns would be covered in the event of a medical emergency. Last September I was diagnosed with stage three cancer. Global Excel assured me last September that our flight fares would be reimbursed once they came out of the WestJet travel bank. I cancelled our flight immediately and forwarded all medical documentation to Global Excel within 30 days. Upon checking with senior Global Excel management this week (six months later), I was told that this was no longer the case. They have paid out these costs in the
past, but the fine print in the contract does not specifically say they have to do so. If you are a retired teacher with Medoc/Blobal Excel or any other large group with travel insurance, read the fine print. COVID-19 has changed the gameplan. My case is a medical one, which happened before the COVID-19 crisis. The $1,100 I pay each year for insurance doesn’t carry much goodwill. It seems shareholders and investors have first kick at the can and customers are second in line for any money left in the bank. Dennis Denby Kamloops
CANADIAN CITIES NEED HELP FROM OTTAWA Editor: Our community is facing a crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone and local governments haven’t been spared. Municipal governments are an important economic driver in our communities. They provide vital services, including libraries, road construction, policing, irefighting and garbage and recycling collection. They provide so many services we take for granted. However, the pandemic is having an impact on the ability of our local government
to deliver the important services upon which we all rely. These services are vital to our communities. Local governments work to keep people safe and directly help citizens weather the storm — and they need the help of the federal government to be able to keep doing this important work. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities has asked for immediate action from the federal government to provide emergency funding to get through this crisis. We at the Kamloops and District Labour Council agree.
To read more letters, turn to Page A10 and go online to kamloopsthisweek. com We are asking for the federal government to deliver targeted emergency operating funds to all local governments so services can be maintained. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities is calling on the federal government to give cities the help
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Spirit shines through amid myriad challenges
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he word “unprecedented” has been thrown around a lot lately, but all aspects of the word describe this past school year perfectly. This has been a year of chaos and constant challenge and it looks like it could continue into the fall. Yet through it all, the KamloopsThompson community has shown itself to be courageous, kind and generous. It started with the fire at Parkcrest elementary last September. Two school families were displaced, a treasured school building disappeared and the
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impact rippled through our system. But within days, students were back in class, TREC students relocated to the United Way and NorKam secondary and, by December, brought back together at Happyvale elementary.
The community responded with overwhelming generosity to our students and our staff, providing food, space and muchneeded replacement supplies. In February, we began to hear rumblings about the pandemic. In March, school buildings closed and again our entire system had a reset. Teachers scrambled to connect with students through online learning and students learned to cope with not seeing friends. It’s been a challenging time — teachers having to completely adapt to a new way of teaching and connect-
ing and worried about students that don’t have the access to technology that many of us take for granted. Students have struggled with learning new concepts without as much support, using technology in unfamiliar ways and missing the peer contact and reassurance from their friends. Parents have risen to the challenge of trying to help children learn concepts that they themselves don’t understand, often stepping in to provide tech support as they have balanced their own stay-at-home workloads, along with the many other pressures that have occurred
as a result of the pandemic. Through it all, our community has again shown its true colours. The Caremongering group came together to support those who needed help. The COVID Meal Train is making sure food is available to those who needed it. There are hearts in the windows of houses, inspirational messages scribbled in chalk on the sidewalks and parades of cars celebrating birthdays, students and teachers. There are beautifully painted rocks to gladden someone’s day and smiles and nods as people practise physical
distancing in the parks. As the provincial school system moves back to some in-class instruction, we know our community will again shine. Conversations with our employee groups have been ongoing to ensure that when students and staff return this week, things will be done right to keep everyone safe. This includes increased cleaning, hiring more custodial staff and taking our time to make good decisions based on science and the expert knowledge of Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. We know not everyone is able or comfort-
able returning to school — and that’s OK. Let’s continue to be gentle with our expectations of each other, patient when things don’t go as expected and generous in spirit. In the words of Dr. Henry “be kind, be calm and be safe.” Kathleen Karpuk is chair of the KamloopsThompson school district. She can be reached by email at kkarpuk@sd73.bc.ca. School district columns appear monthly during the school year in KTW’s print edition and online at kamloopsthisweek. com. To comment on this column, email editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
WEST VICTORIA STREET BUSINESS OWNERS DESERVE HELP Editor: Thanks for the overview by KTW of the situation on the crime and nuisance West Victoria Street business owners are experiencing. It must be terribly frustrating, to say the least, trying to make a living by operating a business through many upheavals the last 12 to 18 months. They have faced the reconstruction of a major roadway and struggled to keep their heads above water. Now they face the global pandemic and the local state of local
emergency declared by Mayor Ken Christian for the City of Kamloops. The third strike appears to be an increase in crime, along with the fears and anxieties of experiencing personal harm. I believe Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Peter Milobar has said the provincial government has not been doing enough to support businesses during the pandemic. Here’s a local example for Milobar to show Premier John Horgan how it’s done. I question whether the businesses along West Victoria had
their day in courtm as it were, in the form of a legal rezoning meeting. Did they have an opportunity to state their concerns about a multifamily dwelling being constructed and have those concerns recorded for possible future reference? The mayor declared a state of local emergency for the City of Kamloops. Apparently, some of the paid city staff have been assigned to educate and enforce such things as physical distancing during the pandemic.
How has that been coming along while addressing the concerns of the business owners during the pandemic? It is a bit confusing to hear the mayor say security and health concerns are problems for the business owners to address. Again, the business owners along West Victoria Street were not the ones to declare the local state of emergency for Kamloops. Stay safe. John Noakes Kamloops
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City says Westsyde dike remains in good shape should predictions about flooding this year come to fruition. “Just this year, they took away flood insurance for anyone who is on a 25-year flood plain in Kamloops,” Powell said. “Our only defence is the dike.” City staff, however, say the Westsyde dike is not compromised, noting dikes are assessed regularly, even more so now due to high waters and flood risk. City utilities services supervisor Joe Luison said the Westsyde dike is inspected daily. Concerns about erosion and rusty vehicles in that area are linked to riverbank, not the dike, he said. “The dike itself is in good condition as we know it,” Luison said. “Most riverbanks do erode. Our engineers have looked at the area, but it doesn’t pose risk to the dike currently. Riverbanks are more of a ministry concern and I believe we’ve notified them, as well.” Westsyde resident Kathleen Feschuk is also concerned about the riverbank. An area resident for many years, she said the riverbanks are being used now more than she can recall, with people stuck at home during the pandemic visiting often when the water was low. “It was great to see people,
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With an eye on 1972 flood levels that gave Oak Hills the moniker “Soak Hills,” Westsyde and Westmount residents are increasingly concerned as river levels rise. Amanda Cosburn lives in Westsyde and is part of a Facebook group of area residents worried about erosion near Westsyde Centennial Park. It comes as the city anticipates a one in 20-year flood year. “We’ve been watching how areas of town are getting upgraded for flooding and getting protected or having construction done to them, and it’s like, ‘Well, what about the Westsyde dike?’” Cosburn said, noting places where rusted debris and cars — used years ago as part of a riverbank erosion-fortification process — jut out onto the beach. Westmount resident Naomi Powell has raised questions about the impact of tree and plant root systems, with invasive species growing in the area. Residents are concerned overall about dike integrity and the impact infrastructure failure could have on their homes and pocketbooks,
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but they just wrecked the banks,” Feschuk said. “Walking up and down, with dogs. And those banks, if they lose 10 feet every year, it’s not going to take that many years and those banks will be up to the dike and then we’ll be in trouble. I just think it would be good to be proactive. Like, come on.” She wants signage erected to notify people to stay away during times when the riverbank is particularly vulnerable, such as during high water season. She said the matter is also a safety concern. However, in attempting to rectify the situation on multiple occasions, she said she has been caught in a jurisdictional ping pong match, passed back and forth between the city and province, with concerns not addressed. Fisheries and Oceans Canada said in a statement that old vehicles were used as a form of riverbank armouring back in the 1970s, with the work originally related to flood- and erosion-control measures. Meanwhile, Luison has encouraged residents to contact the city with immediate and specific concerns about the dike, at which time someone will assess the situation. That can be done by calling 250828-3461.
they’re not part of the dike. It’s out of our jurisdiction, as is the cleanup of all that. There’s a whole bunch of reasons why they could have ended up there, but it’s not due to flood protection.” Asked about a statement received by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Wightman said: “It may have been in there for riverbank erosion protection. Nothing to do with dike. Again, the difference is riverbank erosion doesn’t impact flooding. Dike is an engineered structure put in place to prevent flooding. I can guarantee you a car would not ever be approved. “The difference between what we saw in 1972 was we had a dike that failed,” Wightman said. “The dike inspections, the Dike Maintenance Act, our requirements as a diking authority have enhanced an awful lot since those days. “As I said, right now, we’re doing daily dike inspections. We’re closely monitoring dikes to make sure we don’t have a failure like we did in 1972.”
City of Kamloops utility services manager Greg Wightman said there is much confusion about the difference between a dike and riverbank. “The dikes around town are classified dikes, they’re classified under the provincial dikes act. The dikes are maintained every year in accordance with the provincial act and provincial regulation. “We inspect those yearly. We have vegetation management plans for them. They’re all engineered structures. Right now, at this current state of water level, we have daily inspections on those dikes. “What a lot of residents get confused about is there’s a lot of areas that’s just riverbank. Riverbank, we don’t do anything with because it’s not providing any flood protection.” Wightman said old vehicles buried by the river are part of the riverbank, not the dike. “Absolutely not. We’d be speculating about why they’re there, but they are not part of the protection,
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Air Canada is scheduled to resume daily flights between Kamloops and Vancouver beginning on June 15. Kamloops Airport manager Ed Ratuski said passengers can currently book flights and Air Canada is assessing demand for those trips, with reinstatement of daily connections between B.C.’s Interior and coast “tentative” at this time. Ratuski said he spoke with Air Canada, noting the company is going to make an official decision this week. “But right now, it is scheduled for June 15 to restart daily service to Vancouver,” he said. Ratuski said if demand is not there, the flights may be pulled back, similar to when the pandemic first hit. The state of interprovincial traffic will also be examined. Currently, in the second phase of the B.C.’s reopening plan, provincial health officials have asked residents to travel within the province only in essential circumstances. That, however, is expected to change in the third phase of reopening plans, slated for later this month. B.C.’s Restart Plan states that should transmission rates of the novel coronavirus remain low or in decline, people can begin travelling throughout B.C. in phase three. Hotels and resorts are also expected to reopen at that time, with enhanced protocols in place. As of June 1, a WestJet flight between Kamloops and Calgary is the only commercial route out of Kamloops Airport. Ratuski said it consists mostly of business travellers, with only a fraction of the seats sold in order to maintain physical distancing. He said the business community is anticipating business travel to only increase, including demand for that Vancouver connection, as well as interprovin-
cial travel for leisure purposes. Meanwhile, Ratuski said Central Mountain Air, with flights between Kamloops and Prince George, hopes to resume on July 9. He said more information about that will be released in the next couple of weeks. Ratuski said the next couple of weeks will be important, an indication of how busy the summer might be. If those Vancouver and Prince George flights do indeed return, it will be a good start. However, Kamloops Airport will still have a long way to go in getting back to robust, pre-pandemic passenger numbers, of which records were being set and toppled recently. Based on statistics, Ratuski said the airport is back to where it was 10 years ago. He said it is a challenge not limited to Kamloops, but one faced by airports across the country and around the world. A challenge going forward will be how airlines can manage financially, given limitations on how many passengers can fly at one time due to physical-distancing requirements. For example, the WestJet flights between Kamloops and Calgary are currently flying at less than half capacity in order to space out passengers. In addition, international travel will not resume for some time. Ratuski said the industry is not expected to rebound as quickly as previous adverse events, such as the fallout from the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the Great Recession of 2008. He said the COVID19 pandemic has resulted in a longer shutdown and will require a longer recovery period due to global impact and uncertainty over potential subsequent waves of the novel coronavirus. “We’re forecasting just over 50 per cent of the passengers we had last year for the rest of this year,” Ratuski said. “It’s going to be a long recovery. Everywhere, not just here. The industry is
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“This notice period, while understandably difficult for those affected, allows us to prepare for future uncertainty and we truly hope it simply is a precautionary step,” TRU executive director of human resources Larry Phillips said in the letter. While 80 notices are going out, there may not, in fact, be that many job losses as the university would be able to rescind the layoff notices should the fall enrolment and financial picture improve. International enrolment, however, is currently expected to drop by about 30 per cent and domestic numbers are projected to take a five per cent hit come the fall and winter semesters. TRU is projecting a $6-million deficit budget in 2021-2021 due to revenue losses attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, which is an $18-million reversal from the $12-million surplus projected before the pandemic hit.
TRU vice-president for administration and finance Matt Milovick told KTW previously the university will probably be forced to make some reductions in the fall, the extent of which will depend on enrolment. CUPE Local 4879 represents TRU employees who work as system analysts, accountants, cashiers, bookstore clerks, registration and admissions clerks, maintenance and utility staff, library technicians, ancillary staff and open-learning support staff. TRU is having similar discussions regarding layoffs with its other employee groups, according to the letter. The university is also exploring other options in lieu of layoffs, including furloughs, job-sharing and retirement options and government programs. “The reason we are moving ahead with layoff notices for support staff is due to the longer notice period required under the CUPE collective agreement,” Phillips said.
Minimum wage at $14.60/hour B.C.’s minimum wage rose to $14.60 on June 1 and the minimum wage rates for liquor servers, resident caretakers and live-in camp leaders are also increasing. In 2018, the provincial government committed to raising the minimum wage following a path of annual increases. Effective June 1, general minimum wage increases by 5.4 per cent to $14.60 per hour, an increase of 75 cents per hour. Liquor server minimum wage increases by 9.8 per cent to $13.95 per hour, an increase of $1.25 per hour. Resident caretaker minimum wage, per month, increases by 5.4 per cent to $876.35 for those who manage nine to 60 units (an increase of $35.12/unit) or $2,985.04 for 61 or more units. Live-in camp leader minimum wage, per day, increases by 5.4 per cent to $116.86. The June 1 increase is the third of four planned increases scheduled to take place on June 1 of each year since 2018. The increases are the result of recommendations from the independent Fair Wages Commission, established in 2017 to advise government on an approach to raising provincial minimum wages to at least $15 per hour by June of 2021.
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A gunman alleged to have killed one man and wounded another in a shooting inside a Salmon Arm church last year is expected to be found not criminally responsible by way of a mental disorder (NCRMD), a judge has been told. Lawyers met on Tuesday for a brief hearing in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops ahead of the trial of Matrix Gathergood, who is facing one count each of murder and aggravated assault stemming from the April 14, 2019, shootings at the Church of Christ in Salmon Arm. Gordon Parmenter was shot to death in the church, while Paul Derkach suffered gunshot wounds. Gathergood, 25, has been in custody since his arrest following the shooting. He underwent a court-ordered psychological assessment last September. His trial is slated to take place
B.C.’s provincial prison officials have now gone two consecutive weeks without granting any inmates early release due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, following a steady trickle of releases totalling 35 over several weeks beginning in April. According to BC Corrections figures provided in response to a query from KTW, no straight-time prisoners were granted pandemicrelated early release between May 18 and May 24, the most recent week for which statistics are available. The previous week also saw no straight-time prisoners released for pandemic-related reasons. The provincial corrections branch has said it is still reviewing prisoners for potential early release, having recently expanded eligibility to include inmates serving sentences of up to 60 days. Officials at B.C.s 10 provincial prisons have also made local and long-distance phone calls free
BLACK PRESS PHOTO/KTW FILE Police outside the Salmon Arm Church of Christ after a shooting on April 14, 2019.
on July 21 in in Salmon Arm. In court on Tuesday, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Dev Dley was told the trial would be brief. “We’re only anticipating there will be one witness — the psychologist that examined Mr. Gathergood and provided the opinion that Mr. Gathergood qualifies for an NCRMD defence,” Crown prosecutor Alison Buchanan said. When an NCRMD ruling is made, an offender is dealt with by the B.C. Review Board, rather than criminally.
The review board can detain a person in a medical facility and order treatment and supervision in the community as it sees fit. Buchanan and defence lawyer Jonathan Avis said they expect to file an agreed statement of facts at the beginning of Gathergood’s trial that will outline the circumstances of the shootings. Gathergood is also facing an unrelated arson charge stemming from an incident a month before the shooting. In that instance, he is alleged to have set fire to Parmenter’s home.
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in an effort to help those behind bars stay connected to loved ones during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Late in March, BC Corrections announced some non-violent offenders would be released following a screening procedure in an effort to slow the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus behind bars. So far, 35 straight-time prisoners have been granted the unprecedented release, not including hundreds of intermittent inmates — those serving jail time on weekends — who have been told to stay home. The time in custody will not be made up by straight-time or intermittent prisoners. Between May 18 and May 24, 146 new inmates were admitted to B.C.’s provincial prisons, including five at Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre. As of May 25, there were 1,504 inmates serving time in provincial prisons in B.C. — down more than 100 from April and a drop of more than 25 per cent from mid-March.
Our Top Tips for Executors Being appointed as an executor is an honor and tremendous responsibility. When asked after the fact, most executors would never want to do it again because of the time, energy and personal liability. Recently, we provided some estate planning strategies that may help ease the transfer of assets and help save taxes. As a follow up, we want to emphasize some tips that executors could use if they must deal with an estate:
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the return for the year before the death, or both returns. For example, if the deceased lost money on Nortel or Bre-X, they may be able to apply those losses against any income. Ordinarily, capital losses can only be used to reduce capital gains, where available. 12. Upon the granting of probate, it is common to disburse a portion of the estate. However, it is generally not recommended to distribute all the estate proceeds until you have a clearance certificate from the Canada Revenue Agency. 13. Money and emotions are a powerful and volatile mix. If the estate is contentious, we strongly recommend professional guidance to help protect yourself, as well as, the beneficiaries. The estate, in most cases, will cover professional fees. It is difficult to cover all the potential issues regarding executors. There are several resources that we are happy to share with you. Since executors can be personally liable for errors, we feel it makes good sense to seek professional assistance. Written by Eric Stay safe and until next time… Invest Well. Live Well.
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Celebrate seniors, even amid COVID pandemic Isobel Mackenzie is B.C.’s Seniors’ Advocate. She offered this statement on Seniors’ Week, which runs from June 1 to June 7 and is marked to celebrate seniors and their many contributions across British Columbia. Each year, the first week of June in British Columbia is declared Seniors’ Week. This is traditionally a time when we celebrate the contributions of those onemillion British Columbians who are over the age of 65. The week is generally filled with events that gather seniors together, with government officials cutting cakes and presenting recognition awards. My office is usually engaged in activities throughout the province and I generally issue a statement that speaks to the diversity of seniors
and to the extraordinary contribution they make to our community through prolific volunteering and heroic caregiving. The impact of COVID-19 has muted to some extent our sense of “celebration” as we launch Seniors’ Week in B.C. However, I think there is a reason to celebrate as enthusiastically as in past years. Although these are uncertain times, I find hope in how the public has shown that, when the chips are down, when seniors are in need, we mobilize as a community, as a province and as a country and we say loud and clear to seniors, “You matter to us and we are here for you.” We saw this early in the pandemic with the spontaneous outpouring of a “good neighbour” response to ensuring that our elderly family, friends
and neighbours had the groceries and medications they needed. When the province asked people to call 2-1-1 and volunteer to help seniors in their community, the phone lines momentarily crashed from the overwhelming response. Eight weeks later, we find ourselves with 10,000 volunteers throughout the province who have provided more than 50,000 virtual visits and phone calls, almost 11,000 grocery deliveries and in excess of 14,000 meal deliveries to seniors who are isolated at home. In addition, everywhere we turn, companies and community fundraisers are stepping up to provide tablets to care homes, allowing seniors to experience virtual visits — and this commitment is ongoing. Across the country,
ordinary Canadians are stepping up and declaring that we need to take better care of frail seniors. Governments at the local, provincial, and federal levels have made loud and clear commitments to support seniors to be safe and cared for well. Conversations that were previously restricted to the world of academics, health-care professionals and advocates are now happening around dinner tables from Corner Brook to Nanaimo. This level of engagement and commitment is what we need and as we launch Seniors’ Week during a pandemic. Let us also celebrate the fact that, as British Columbians, we clearly cherish and value the older adults in our lives and we are committed to providing them with the best possible care and support.
Isobelle Mackenzie, B.C.’s seniors’ advocate, says it’s important to celebrate the contributions of British Columbians over the age of 65.
Horgan says flat curve is best way to honour B.C.’s senior population people who are unable to visit their loved ones and can only imagine what a lonely and frightening time this is for elders and those who care for them,” the statement read. “Finding new ways to connect and following Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry’s orders are ways to show we care. People who are over 65 make up about 20 per cent of British Columbia’s population, and this number will grow in the coming years. “ Horgan said that the province is investing more than $1 billion over three years to improve the quality
of care for seniors. “To support seniors during COVID-19, B.C. is funding added supports through local community service agencies and the expansion of bc211 to the North and Interior,” the statement continued. “Now, seniors throughout the province can dial 211 to connect with local volunteers who are ready to help with things like picking up groceries and prescriptions, meal delivery, friendly phone calls and virtual social visits.” They also urge you to reach out to a senior in your life.
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Pandemic cancels seniors’ picnic The City of Kamloops has cancelled its annual seniors’ picnic, which is normally held in Riverside Park, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a press release, the city made the decision due to provincial health orders banning large gatherings and requiring physical distancing.
“We know that seniors are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19,” Mayor Ken Christian said in the release. “We hope the seniors in our community are finding safe ways to stay connected with friends and loved ones.” The free event, for the city’s residents ages 55 and older, was scheduled for July 5 in the downtown park.
Sponsored by Kamloops Seniors Village, the Residence at Orchards Walk and the city, the event is touted as an opportunity for seniors to get together with old acquaintances and meet new friends, with entertainment provided by the Kamloops Rube Band, as well as face painting, chair Zumba and more.
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TEMPERATURE CHECKS AND OTHER MEASURES IN PLACE DURING PANDEMIC Anderson said work in the Kamloops area has been ready to proceed for some time, with all permits, approvals and planning work in place. But when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Trans Mountain delayed starting con-
struction locally for about two months to ensure its pandemic safety measures were working properly. “We wanted those to be known, understood and in place before we introduced any new worksites,” Anderson said. Trans Mountain plans to work with about four local hotels to start providing services in June and will
include additional properties as the workforce grows. In total, 17 hotels and motels in Kamloops have been identified as suitable to accommodate Trans Mountain’s workforce. The company has myriad COVID-19 measures it is implementing, including maintaining one person per hotel room, spacing for dining, extra cleaning
requirements and maintaining spacing during transport to worksites. Anderson said he feels Trans Mountain can build the pipeline safely during the pandemic with measures in place, which include staggering work shifts, implementing a workfrom-home approach when possible, following physical-distancing protocols, enhanced cleaning and sanitization, use
of personal protective equipment at worksites and temperature testing. “We’ll be doing temperature screening of every worker every day as they attend the worksite,” he said. “We have daily records kept of where they’re staying, what their health conditions are. We’ll be doing contact tracing if there are any symptoms.” Anyone showing signs of illness will
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NOMINATION CATEGORIES: COACH Makes a positive contribution to their sport. Is exemplary in developing skills and confidence in participants. A role model who inspires and encourages high athletic achievement.
COMMUNITY BUILDER Someone who has taken the initiative to engage a variety of local residents in an innovative or new community project or event. The initiative may assist different groups to work together, address a gap in community participation, or result in a more inclusive, engaged community.
VOLUNTEER This individual makes a positive contribution to the community by volunteering their time to a variety of causes. They are dedicated to making a difference in several initiatives.
FRESH IMPACT AWARD This person has been in Kamloops less than 3 years but is already making an impact in the community in a leadership position in business, volunteer work or other community involvement.
YOUTH VOLUNTEER A youth that is 19 or under that makes a positive contribution in the community through volunteering. Someone who has committed to making a difference to an organization or individual.
need to be taken off the job site and isolated until testing can occur, Anderson said. Worker camps near Merritt and Valemount are still expected to be constructed and Anderson said distancing measures will also be implemented at those facilities. WORKFORCE TO BE MOSTLY LOCALS Anderson said the “vast majority” of the 600 workers will be British Columbians and the majority of those people will be from the Interior and Kamloops areas, noting exact numbers won’t be known until all hiring is done. “Virtually all of our subcontractors are going to be local,” he said. “The only people that will be coming in from elsewhere would be experienced pipeline builders and construction workforce, but all of the other trades and services will be hired locally.” He said the Tk’emlups te Secwépemc First Nation will have a “significant amount of involvement in the work,” noting the band and its partners have already been issued contracts, with more to come, citing security and hydro-vac services as examples. The pipeline expansion project has been met with plenty of protests over the years and Anderson said the company will have secu-
rity in place at all sites in Kamloops to ensure worker safety, noting most of that work has gone to Indigenous contractors. He also noted injunctions in place in B.C., which he hopes the company will not need to use. “We’re confident we have had and will continue to have the measures in place to ensure that things remain safe,” Anderson said. Trans Mountain estimates construction spending in the Kamloops area to be more than $450 million over the next two years, with additional workforce spending of more than $40 million for goods and services at local businesses. After expansion, Trans Mountain’s contribution to the City of Kamloops in taxes will increase by $1.6 million — moving from $1.2 million to $2.8 million annually. Trans Mountain’s community benefit agreement with the City of Kamloops will see another $700,000 contributed to the city, which will now be transferred once work begins. The company is also committing $500,000 over 20 years toward funding annual awards for students in trades, social work, research programs, and environmental sciences. See TK’EMLUPS, A17
MENTOR Makes a positive contribution by being a true leader. An influential counselor, teacher or educator that provides support or sponsorship. Demonstrates a high level of ethics and professional standards, is an inspirational motivator, excellent communicator, good listener and a reliable resource to the community.
COURAGE This person has risen above adversity or formidable challenges to become a success. As a result, they have had a positive effect on the people around them.
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In addition to employment contracts, Trans Mountain’s $3 million community benefit agreement with Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc will provide support for needed community infrastructure upgrades. Kamloops is part of Trans Mountain’s Interior construction area that begins at Black Pines and runs to the Coquihalla Summit, which includes approximately 185 kilometres of 36-inch pipeline, 18 valve assembly installations and three pump stations. CONSTRUCTION UPDATES IN KAMLOOPS: • The Ord Road dog park will temporarily close due to pipeline expansion work. Trans Mountain donated $170,000 for development of a new dog park nearby, on Aviation Way. • As part of preparation for the pipeline expansion, Trans Mountain is salvaging cryptogamic crust — made up of mosses, lichens, algae and bacteria — in Kenna Cartwright Park, which is then transferred to a storage location until the reclamation phase of the project. The harvested cryptogamic crust will then be replaced in the areas of the park disturbed during construction. • The Cando stockpile site off Mission Flats Road is receiving and storing construction materials. • Work is underway at the Black Pines pump station, which includes clearing, installing fencing, installing piles and pouring concrete, installing mechanical equipment, piping and welding, construction of structural steel and buildings, electrical installation and instrumentation and restoration of the site. • At the Kamloops terminal, work underway includes relocating portions of certain tank lines and a relief line, relocating a fire water line and electrical line and replacing piping. • Along the Kamloops to Coquihalla summit right-of-way, preparatory activities will commence in a series of phases, including surveying, flagging and staking, as well as relocation of utilities.
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TheWhat Boardis of Zoning Directors Amendment of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District gives notice that it will hold a Public Hearing in the TNRD BoardBylaw No. room, 4th Floor - 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC, to consider proposed Bylaws 2714 and 2715. 2714, 2020?
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What is Zoning Amendment No. What is Zoning Amendment Bylaw Bylaw No. Legal: Lot A, Section 7, District Lot 377, Township 21, Range 24, W6M, KDYD, Plan 2715, 2020? 2715, 2020? 21950, except Plan 36130 It amends Zoning Bylaw 2400Bylaw by rezoning It amends Zoning 2400 by property at 3222 & 3224 Cahilty Place in Whiterezoning property at 3222 & 3224 Cahilty croft, as shown shaded onas adjacent from on Place in Whitecroft, shownmap, shaded CR-1: Country Residential to a new WR-1: adjacent map, from CR-1: Country Whitecroft Residential zone. If passed, it will Residential to a new WR-1: Whitecroft enable qualifying Whitecroft property owners to Residential zone. If passed, it will wind down building stratas and subdivide into enable qualifying Whitecroft property two fee simple parcels. owners to wind down building stratas and subdivide into two that fee simple parcels. All persons who believe their interest in
property may be affected by the proposed Bylaws be afforded a reasonable Allshall persons who believe that opportunity their interest Legal: Strata Lots A & B, Section 11, Township 22, Range 15, W6M, KDYD, Strata Plan to be heard at the Public Hearing. Additionally, in property may be affected by the K127, together with an interest in the common property in proportion to the unit they may make written submissions on the matproposed Bylaws shall be afforded a Legal: entitlement of theAstrata lot as shown on Form22, 1 Range 15, W6M, KDYD, Strata Plan Strata Lots & B, Section 11, Township ter of Bylaws 2714 and 2715 (via the options reasonable opportunity to be heard at the K127, together with an interest in the common property in proportion to the unit below) which must be received at our office Public Hearing. Additionally, written submissions the matter of the strata lot on as shown on Formof1 Bylaws 2714 and 2715 (via the prior to 9:00 a.m. on the 16th day of they June,may 2020.makeentitlement th of June, 2020. Whilemay written options below) which must be received at our office prior to 9:00 a.m. on the 16 day While written submissions are encouraged during this time, anyone wishing to attend the public hearing in person to speak submissions are encouraged during time, wishing to attendaccess the public person to speak do so. Contact Planning Services before the this Hearing to anyone arrange video or telephone to thehearing Hearing.in The entire content of may all do so. Contact Planning Hearing to arrange video or telephone access to the Hearing. The submissions will be made publicServices and form abefore part ofthe the public record for this matter.
entire content of all submissions will be made public and form a part of the public record for this matter.
How do I get more information? Howofdo get moreBylaws information? Copies theIproposed and all supporting documents are available for viewing from June 1, 2020 to 1:15 p.m. the day of Copies of the proposed Bylaws and all supporting documents are available for viewing from June 1, 2020 to 1:15 the Hearing by contacting Planning Services to book a time for a viewing appointment.
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The Juniper kids with a passion for the BC Wildlife Park reached their lofty financial goal far sooner than they expected — and they will continue to collect, sort and deliver for the animals they love. In April, 12-year-old Gabby and 10-year-old Dimitri, along with mom Alexandra Armstrong, were taking their empties to the depot and decided to forward the cash to the BC Wildlife Park, knowing the closed facility was facing a cash crunch. The first donation was $33 and change. “We felt good about it. That was awesome. Then we came home,” Alexandra told KTW. She then noticed a post on the Juniper Neighbourhood Facebook page, from a person asking for suggestions on where to donate proceeds from their bottle run. Armstrong reached out, suggested the wildlife park and offered to pick up the bottles. “The kids originally set a goal of $2,000 and we would drive around the neighbourhood, collecting bottles and cans and all these bags from residents in Juniper,” Armstrong said, “In about five days, they got to $2,000.” At that point, Julie Ratcliffe, the BC Wildlife Park’s marketing and events manager, got wind of the kids’ efforts,
paid them a visit and mentioned it costs about $10,000 per month to keep the animals fed. Notes of thanks accompanied many bags of bottles and cans delivered to the Armstrong home in Juniper Ridge. From there, the $10,000 fundraising drive began. As the kids collected the bottles, people also started dropping off bags of the same at the family’s home — the one with the big sign out front, urging people to drop off their bottles and cans and help the wildlife park — where the mountains of returnables were constantly being sorted between runs to the Lorne Street Bottle Depot on the Halston Connector. Armstrong figures the family’s vehicles have made about 45 trips to and from the depot from April 23 through this week. The donations came from all areas of the city: Aberdeen, Dufferin, Westsyde, Brocklehurst, with many bags having notes of encouragement and thanks attached. The kids will keep collecting to help the park, but there is no new goal, knowing every dollar counts as the park reopens on June 1 under pandemic-related safety protocols. Those wishing to add to the cause can’t miss the sign at 2380 Qu’appelle Blvd. Gabby said the endeavour has kept her and brother Dimitri busy. “It’s crazy,” she said. “We’re out there
sorting every day for a couple of hours, and then we have to do some school work here and there — ‘Mom, I need to take a break. I’m going to go do some school work.’ — and then we come back and sort.” Gabby said “perseverance” is what comes to mind when she ponders what she has learned from the fundraising campaign. “That, when you set a goal and you work hard for it, little by little, you will get there,” she said. Gabby said they chose to help the BC Wildlife Park “because we basically lived there for three years when we were younger. “To have it closed is just heartbreaking and other kids wouldn’t have the same experiences we had, interacting with the animals and — my brother’s looking at me as I speak — the train.” Among all the animals at the east Kamloops wildlife rehabilitation facility, Gabby is partial to Thunder the Elk: “I just think it’s really cool that an animal can carry antlers that are 25 pounds each.” Dimitri cites Thunder and Quilla the porcupine among his favourite animals at the park and said he is excited to visit once it reopens next week. And what has Dimitri learned while collecting, sorting and delivering thousands of bottles of cans to the depot? “That it’s a marathon, not a sprint,” he replied.
Caremongering expands online offerings A calendar of local online activities is the latest addition to Caremongering Kamloops’s offerings. Available are virtual book clubs, assistance with tutoring and weekly sessions to help seniors navigate grocery store websites and other online platforms. Those interested can check out topics and times via the Calendar page
at KamloopsCares.ca. “Some people are choosing to venture out now and others are not,” Neighbour to Neighbour (N2N) co-ordinator Inga Thomson Hilton said. “People need to decide what’s right for them. These online activities are a way to support those who are looking for more interaction while continuing to self-isolate.”
Caremongering will continue to operate the meals partnership with Mt. Paul Community Food Centre. “N2N volunteers have delivered over 450 meals so far,” said Robyn Shiels, who has been the link between the two organizations. “Our meals partnership will be continuing into June, so if you know someone who could use a
free, made-from-scratch meal delivered to their doorstep, let us know.” The website, Kamloops Cares.ca, is the hub for all Caremongering Kamloops activities, but requests can also be made by calling 778-696-2039. In addition, the CaremongeringKamloops Facebook page continues to operate.
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Westsyde burglar wanted On Friday, May 8, a male suspect broke a window in a liquor store in Westsyde. He entered the store and stole product before leaving through the front door. The suspect is described as being tall and slender. He was wearing a mask over his nose and mouth and wearing gloves, a black hoodie with Puma written in white on the front, black pants and a black ball cap. If you have information on the crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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A front porch photo project by a Kamloops photographer will soon benefit the Big Little Science Centre, following successful fundraisers for the Kamloops Food Bank and the BC Wildlife Park. Natalie Dollman started the project in March when people began isolating themselves and working from home at the recommendation of health officials due to the COVID19 pandemic. She initially just wanted to benefit a non-profit however much she could, but after bringing in $1,000 for the food bank, she decided to switch it up and decided to direct some of the funds she had brought in to the wildlife park. Now that she has cleared $1,000 for each of those organizations, Dollman is switching it up again, this time shooting for another $1,000 for the Big Little Science Centre. “They got displaced already this year, and I knew that they were probably struggling, too, because who knows when they’re going to be able to open? It’s so hands-on there,” she told KTW. The science education centre was put out by the domino effect caused
by the fire at Parkcrest elementary school last year. Its Holt Street location was needed by the school district, so the centre moved to the former Value Village site at Seymour Street and Fifth Avenue. But despite moving in, its plans to reopen there were halted by the pandemic. Dollman is charging $75 for a five- to 10-minute session, with $25 of those funds going toward the nonprofit. The remaining $50 goes to Dollman, but can also be used as a credit for a future session. The Kamloops photographer said people have been receptive to the idea, thankful for a reason to get dressed up and change out of their pyjamas. The project has also been good for Dollman, who would normally be shooting weddings, births and newborns at this time of year. “It has definitely kept me busy for the past few months,” she said. Now that B.C. has undertaken its restart plan, Dollman said she’s finally able to reschedule some of her usual work, but is instead taking things outside where there is less risk and physical distancing is easier. Anyone interested in booking a shoot can contact Dollman on her website at nataliedollmanphotography.com.
Help food bank win $20K The Kamloops Food Bank is vying for a $20,000 prize as part of the sixth annual Great Canadian Giving Challenge. During June, every dollar donated to a Canadian charity online
at CanadaHelps.org will give them a chance to win the $20,000 prize. Canadians can donate to any of Canada’s 86,000 charities on CanadaHelps to give their favourite charity a chance to win.
“The reach and impact $20,000 would have during COVID-19 would be paramount, due to the growing need in our community,” Kamloops Food Bank executive director Bernadette Siracky said.
In the early-morning hours of Thursday, May 28, a man used bolt cutters to sever a chain that was securing a bike on a bicycle rack at a downtown business. The suspect was wearing a red jacket with a black hoodie underneath, dark pants and brown skate shoes. He was carrying a black backpack, wearing sunglasses and had a fabric buff face cover over his mouth. The suspect may be riding the stolen bike, which is a white Norco Faze 1. If you know this person, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Fraudster extracted funds illicitly On Saturday, May 16, a customer mistakenly left their bank card in the ATM at the TD Canada Trust branch at Columbia Street and Notre Dame Drive in Sahali. Shortly after, a man fraudulently used the bank card to withdraw funds from the account. The suspect is white, in his 40s and has short, brown hair and a moustache. He was wearing a dark T-shirt with a WLTN Transcan logo on it. If you know his name, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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The Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association is in the process of adding six members to its Customer Care and Patrol (CAP) Team,
courtesy funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program. KCBIA executive director Carl DeSantis said the positions are in addition to four fulltime equivalent, yearround positions. “At this time of year, we regularly enhance our team and we do
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that with support from the Canada Summer Jobs program,” DeSantis said. “It was delayed. Applications were delayed this year because of COVID.” The KCBIA has since been able to support six positions for the summer. “We are actively recruiting. We’ve already gotten significant interest and we are looking forward to getting these people on board with us,” DeSantis said. He said CAP Team members will remain busy this summer, as their focus turns away from tourists. CAP Team members donning red uniforms downtown are as synonymous with Kamloops summers as the Shuswap, Scoopz Ice Cream Parlour or Music in the Park.
Customer Care and Patrol (CAP) Team members patrol in downtown Kamloops in May. DAVE EAGLES/KTW
However, part of their mandate is to help guide tourists — an industry that has been severely impacted by the global novel
and events won’t be on our plate, either,” DeSantis said. “However, there are many things that we can still do to engage
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The Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association will lean on last year’s surplus as it faces financial hurdles during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It was intended as a rainy day fund. We just didn’t expect the rain to be pouring on us so quickly,” KCBIA executive director Carl DeSantis told KTW. Business improvement associations are local service areas established by a municipal
council bylaw, where commercial property owners pay a levy to finance activities to promote business in the area. At the end of 2019, the association that represents downtown businesses had a surplus of $69,000. Part of that was intentional in creating a reserve fund. The surplus also resulted from extra grant funding and efficiencies found by staff, DeSantis said. Though this year’s full financial picture is not yet clear, DeSantis expects the surplus to deplete quickly as the organization faces spon-
sorship, donation, event revenue and membership losses. DeSantis said the organization has already seen revenue sources decline and expects more losses. The business community does not necessarily have the financial ability to contribute, he said, and some businesses have not been able to support the organization the way they have in the past. DeSantis could not quantify the number of businesses nor losses to date, but expects the picture to be more clear at year’s end. “There’s really no one
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answer, no one-size fits all,” DeSantis said. “Hopefully, as they start getting business again, we’ll start getting a little bit more support so we can start doing more for everybody.” Meanwhile, preCOVID-19, the KCBIA was experiencing an uptick in new businesses downtown, as well as new residential and commercial developments, such as recently announced The Hive development, which will see three office buildings eventually rise along Lansdowne Street, between Fifth and Sixth avenues. “I wish we could offer a magic wand solution that would restore the business community to the way we were only a few months ago,” DeSantis said. DeSantis said downtown welcomed 132 new businesses last year, compared to 102 new businesses in 2018. He said new projects are evidence of confidence in the city’s core by investors, developers and business leaders. Those statistics would usually be cause for celebration, as the KCBIA’s
mandate is, in part, to foster development. However, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic this year has yet to be fully realized. Many businesses were forced to shutter. DeSantis noted challenges by not only downtown businesses, but also services, employees and commercial property owners. “Looking ahead, this new normal for our community does not mean we must sit back and let fate determine our success,” DeSantis said. “I look forward to the ongoing collaboration with our city colleagues to show Kamloops we are resilient, we are determined, we are united and we will bounce back.” Last week, city council approved outdoor patio and retail expansion measures intended to help local businesses, including those downtown, operate under circumstances the province is calling the “new normal.” The city said additional measures, such as the potential closure of Victoria Street to vehicular traffic, will be discussed going forward.
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Be prepared for delays as city road projects begin The City of Kamloops is starting up a number of road paving projects this month and is reminding residents to expect delays. Repairs will take anywhere from five days to four months to complete, depending on the project scope and location, varying from full-depth reclamation to minor curb, gutter and sidewalk repairs to asphalt resurfacing. Some of the locations for this work are: • Columbia Street at First Avenue; • Columbia Street at Third Avenue;
• Columbia Street at Grandview Terrace; • Columbia Street at Notre Dame Drive; • Gleneagles Drive (Glenshee Place to Glen Nevis Place); • Greystone Crescent (Van Horne Drive to Garymede Drive); • Springhill Drive (Summit Drive to Sedona Place); • Fortune Drive; • Rose Hill Road; • Barnhartvale Road (Dallas Drive to Todd Road); • Tod Mountain Road. Residents and commuters are encouraged to go online
to Kamloops.ca/Kammute for notice of local road work impacts. Transit users are reminded to visit BCTransit.com for up-to-date schedules and to subscribe for transit alerts. TAX NOTICES SENT The City of Kamloops has sent out its 2020 property tax notices. This year, the city gave residents additional time without penalization to pay property taxes and also cut the planned tax increase from three per cent to 2.3 per cent, due to the financial strain on residents amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Penalties for residential, utilities, supportive housing and farm tax classes will not be accrued until July 31, at which time a five per cent fee will be added. Ten per cent will be tacked on beginning Oct. 1. In addition, major industry, light industry, businesses, recreational properties, non-profits and managed forest land will not be required to pay until Oct. 1. The city encourages homeowners and business owners who can pay their taxes on time to do so, as the municipality relies on revenue in a timely fashion for cash flow purposes.
We already know Kamloops is a kind place – and with the COVID-19 crisis, there are more opportunities than ever to celebrate that. That’s what our new Kindloops program, presented by Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union, is all about. We’re going to celebrate all the acts of kindness Kamloopsians are doing for each other right now. All you have to do to participate is give the name of a local individual who’s done something kind for someone else in Kamloops. We’re going to publish those submissions in Kamloops This Week every week for the next
In addition to the extension, property tax deferment is available through the province for seniors ages 55 and older, surviving spouses, people with disabilities and parents, step-parents or those financially supporting a child. The city is encouraging online bill payment to help curb spread of the novel coronavirus. Residents can pay property bills online through online banking. To do so, simply search “Kamloops” in the payee section and utilize the 10-digit folio number on the property tax notice as the account number.
12 weeks, and pick one random submission each week. The person who performed that act of kindness and the person who nominated them will each get a $25 gift certificate to a local restaurant. Then, when the COVID-19 crisis lifts, we’re going to put all the entries together into a special commemorative edition, celebrating all the acts of kindness that have been nominated, and pick one random entry. The person who performed that act and the person who nominated them will each win a prize of $500 worth of gift certificates to local restaurants!
Celebrate kindness with us in Kamloops with Kindloops. HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
• Go to www.kindloops.com OR • Enter via social media - put your nomination in Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and just tag Kamloops This Week (@kamthisweek) and include the hashtag #kindloops in your post
THIS WEEK’S KINDLOOPS STORIES: BARB CAMERON: We live in a semi gated complex of about 52 homes. One of our residents, Debi Adams, is a very conscientious neighbor by consistently working to make our strata a more cohesive group. She organizes and co-hosts the annual block party, has organized a strata book club as well as starting a cookbook. Post Covid19 she is a perfect example of obeying all rules. Our clubhouse/library is temporarily closed, so Debi volunteered to pull books from the strata library, sanitize them and place them on her driveway three days per week allowing us to replenish our reading material. We can leave books in a seperate container that she sanitizes, strongly suggesting gloves be worn. A wonderful example of following Dr. Henry’s rules.
TANYS WIEDRICK: Donia Koeck offered on Facebook to anyone interested that she was making a trip to Costco, and rather than have more people at the store offered to pick things up for others and drop off at their homes. A couple of weeks ago, I asked if she could try and find some cleaning sprays, wipes anything and she said yes. (I am immune compromised). She wrote later that day that the store was yet again out of these supplies but that she had an extra package of Lysol wipes she could drop off. We said not to worry as we didn’t want to take away from her family but she dropped them off anyway at no charge (refusing payment only asking we pay it forward). In a time like this, I couldn’t help but cry at the kindness a complete stranger showed us wanting us to stay safe. She is an angel on earth in our eyes and would love for her to be recognized as such. She is very humble. We will never forget her kindness in a very stressful time.
JEANIE CARDINAL: I want to recognize Hettie Buck and Sharon Chaytor of the Clearwater region. I have known Hettie for many years through work and community relationships. When I put a call out for some needed supplies she recommended Sharon as the go to person. Sharon was so kind and generous to offer support and supplies needed. Thank you Hettie and Sharon for your networking and generosity of kindness!
CONGRATULATIONS TO BARB CAMERON, THIS WEEK’S DRAW WINNER! BOTH YOU AND THE PERSON YOU WROTE ABOUT, DEBI ADAMS, HAVE EACH WON A $25 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO CHOPPED LEAF
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Brought to you by Cains Independent Grocer We started it — you continue it. If you are in school, between kindergarten and Grade 7, here is your chance to add to our story. Read the story below and send in the next part. Limit your submission to 120 words. Perhaps your tale will be added! A prize may await! Email to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com. Having to stay home every day because of the pandemic is so boring for Jack and his sister, Ruby. They are twins, but don’t look alike. But they do think alike and both decided to explore Peterson Creek Park behind their house once their homework was done. “Quick, let’s go now, before mom makes us do chores!” Jack said. The siblings ran through the backyard and into Peterson Creek just before mom could stop them. There, in the park, Jack and Ruby crossed a familiar bridge, but then saw a trail that seemed new to them. Peering down the trail, which was crowded with trees, they saw a coyote and a skunk. Were the animals waiting for the kids to follow them? And did Jack and Ruby really hear the coyote and skunk calling their names? Jack looked at Ruby. Ruby looked at Jack. Then the kids slowly walked toward the coyote and skunk. (The next part was written by Skylar Jahnke, who is in Grade 7.) The coyote and skunk waited as the children approached before turning and walking off. Jack stopped, confused, until the coyote turned and gave a beckoning flick of his tail. Ruby ran before Jack, a smile spreading from cheek to cheek as she chased after the animals. Jack followed, wearing a curious grin. After a while of walking and the animals looking to see if they were still being followed, their guidance led the group to a tucked-away meadow. “Pretty!” Ruby squealed. They played for hours. The kids forgot all their worries as time passed.
The fantasy was broken. They heard their mother calling. Ruby waved goodbye. “We’ll see you tomorrow!” Jack giggled before taking his twin’s hand and walking away. (The next part was written by Annabella Kidd, who is in Grade 7.) As Jack and Ruby headed on their way home, they both heard branches snapping behind them. “Did you hear that?” Jack asked Ruby. “Yes,” Ruby replied, thinking of the worst. The two started to walk faster until they finally made it home. They walked into the house, looking for their mom, who called them just minutes earlier. Ruby had a very uncomfortable feeling in the pit of her stomach when, all of a sudden, the twins heard the glass shatter from an upstairs window. “RUNNN!!!!” Jack shouted. Ruby and Jack made a run for the door sprinting away from the house without turning back. Somehow, they found themselves face to face with the coyote and skunk once again. (The next part was written by Benjamin Johnson, who is in Grade 6.) They realized they were back at the fox and the skunk and they slowed their sprint to a jog, then to a walk. After about three seconds of animals following them, they both yelled, “You guys did it, didn’t you? You probably got some burglars to follow you to our home!” The animals gave them that wicked smile that always read, “Yes, you got me, but you won’t be going anywhere.” Then both of the animals put on the evilest face Jack
and Ruby had ever seen. Suddenly, out of nowhere, three masked men and one masked woman came from bushes. “I’m assuming she’s the leader,” thought Ruby. (The next part was written by Kiera McGrath , who is in Grade 5.) Just then, Jack tried to run, but one of the men caught him. “How will we get away?” thought Ruby, who knew her brother was thinking the same thing. At that same moment, there was a loud crash. They looked to where they heard the sound and saw the twins’ mother. “Sorry I was late,” said their mom to the masked people. That’s when the masked lady spoke up, in an icy voice: “That’s fine, boss.” Ruby and Jack gasped and looked over at their mom. She smiled back an evil smile and laughed in a cruel way that made Ruby shiver. “I’ll take them now,” their mom said. And with that, she grabbed them by the arms. (The next part was written by Greyson Adenstedt, who is in Grade 4.) Just then, their “mother” took them into the living room, tied them up and loaded them into the car. “What are you doing?” Jack asked their mom. She just grinned and looked back at them in her rearview mirror. They got out at some sort of alleyway with four dumpsters and their mother said, “The coast is clear.” And with that, three giant men flew out of the dumpsters and said, “What’s shaking, boss?” “I’ve got the kids. Do you have the cut?” their mother
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asked. “It’s right here,” said the biggest man and handed her a pile of money. Their mom took the money and handed over the kids. The men gagged the children. Jack and Ruby needed to escape. (The next part was written by Ethan Lange, who is in Grade 4.) The three men took Jack and Ruby into a forest. For some reason, Jack and Ruby both recognized this area. “Had they been here before?” Jack wondered. “All right, untie the kids,” said the biggest man. “Sure thing, boss,” said one of the smaller men. Ruby and Jack both thought the same thing — they thought mom was the boss. Ruby hit the men as she got untied and Jack did the same. “Let’s get out of here!” they both exclaimed. They ran and ran and, all of a sudden, the skunk and coyote appeared and defended them from the men. The skunk sprayed, while the coyote made a strange howl-like noise. Then the coyote looked at the children as he was saying, “We’ve got your back!” WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? YOU TELL US IN 120 WORDS OR LESS!
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JOKE’S ON YOU Q: Why did the teddy bear not want dessert? A: Because he was stuffed. Q: What did the Dalmatian say after lunch? A: That hit the spot! Q: Why did the computer visit the doctor? A: Because it had a virus. Q: Which letter of the alphabet has the most water? A: The “C”!
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have the strangest feeling that I’m on camera in a movie shoot. It is a mild summer afternoon and at any moment I expect to see Claude Greengrass, stubbyjowled and in his shabby overcoat emerge from the Aidensfield Arms with his mongrel dog at heel. Across the street is the Scripps Garage where I reckon Bernie Scripps can be found fiddling with the engine of an old car. This is the small village of Goathland in Yorkshire, which faithful viewers like myself, know as Aidensfield from the popular TV series, Heartbeat. The village green has a line of shops, and sheep grazing on a patch of grass just as they do in the opening credits of the show. It feels a little unreal to be standing here, but I’m thrilled nonetheless. And then there’s Askrigg. Think the TV series, All Creatures Great And Small — a favourite show for those of a certain vintage like myself. Askrigg is where it was filmed in the 70s and 80s. Author Al Wright wrote these autobiographical tales with pseudonyms for the characters and locales and Askrigg became “Darrowby” on the TV screen. Our tour coach draws up in front of what used to be door to the “Skeldale House” surgery and the church where veterinarian James Herriot married his sweetheart, Helen Alderson is just up the street. The Drovers’ Arms pub (now called The King’s Arms) is where James and the Farnon brothers, Tristan and Sigfried, would quaff a pint or two. And they still do — but only in a series of photographs displayed on the walls
WIKIMEDIA PHOTO The fishing community of Staithes on the North Yorkshire coast is bathed in warm light from a sunset. From historic architecture to rolling village greens — the rural landscape of Yorkshire, England tempts the traveller with its simple British charm.
of the pub. Back on the tour coach we head to the coast, driving through Yorkshire’s rural landscape — meadows white-freckled with sheep, and farmhouses encircled by hand-built uneven stone walls. Fitful sunlight and wisps of cloud cast drifting shadows across purple lavender-covered moors. We wind through small villages with red-roofed brick houses, their gardens bursting with blooms — geraniums, hollyhocks and roses — past ivy-covered inns and venerable old stone churches. We roll into the town of Whitby, its old ruined Abbey high on a hill, silhouetted skeletal and gaunt against the sky. It’s what inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and I have no problem imagining a bloodthirsty vampire lurking there on a dark moonless night, with a banshee wind screaming across
the lonely hillside. As if to dispel any such ghoulish thoughts, the sky suddenly clears and the Abbey is bathed in bright afternoon sunlight. At the town’s square, a bronze Captain Cook, high on his pedestal looks benignly down on throngs of visitors. It is from here that he sailed off to discover the New World and I’m gratified to see Canada’s plaque commemorating the 250th anniversary of his birth at the base of the statue. Houses, jig-sawed against each other cluster at the foot of the hill and a flotilla of little pleasure boats, including a mock pirate ship, sail jauntily along an inlet between the hill and the town’s pavilion. Whitby, with its souvenir shops and restaurants, is buzzing with activity but it is the Abbey that whets my curiosity. The Abbey Museum is at the
end of a large cobbled courtyard and I gather from their information pamphlet that the first building here was a monastery founded by abbess, Hild in 627A.D. Nothing remains of that original structure and the present Abbey dates from the 11th century, with several changes and additions in the Gothic style taking place through the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries. Up close to the ruins of the silent Abbey my imagination conjures up Benedictine monks in procession, their chants echoing against these walls. The empty arches and crumbling window frames, far from being spooky, have a scarred, jagged dignity. As I sit on a bench in their shadow, I am filled with a sense of awe at the power of faith and prayer that endured over the centuries in this sacred place, high on
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a windswept hillside. I glance at my watch, it’s time to walk the one hundred and 99 steps from the Abbey down to the town below and grab something to eat before boarding the homeward bound tour bus. The scene from the top of the stairs is a jumble of red-roofed houses, tossed helter-skelter like miniature Lego blocks. The occasional church spire spiking the sky, the street on the waterfront teems with antsized figures and toy-like boats anchored along the water’s edge. I leave Yorkshire with regret but, beguiled by its many legends, its pretty market towns and its varied landscapes, I shall be back someday. Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent newspaper article syndicate. For more information, go online to travelwriterstales.com.
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elcome to the Kamloops Art Page. With the COVID-19 pandemic upending society — socially and economically and dominating news for the foreseeable future — we understand pandemic fatigue can set in for even the most ardent follower of current events. While continuing to cover all pandemic and non-pandemic-related news, KTW has also worked hard at featuring positive stories from the crisis, tales that capture the essence of humanity, be it volunteers sewing thousands of masks for health-care workers or musicians offering up weekly free concerts online. This page is an attempt by KTW to bring some
colour into the lives of our readers via artwork created locally. We hope to use this page to showcase works by various Kamloops artists, with between one and three pieces displayed. Thanks for reading Kamloops This Week and we hope this page can help ease the stress of this uncertain era in which we are living. Email editor@kamloopsthisweek.com if you have any questions or suggestions for this page.
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CHICKADEE, BY ALAYNA ZUIDEMA KAMLOOPS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, GRADE 4 I painted a chickadee in water colour. I painted a chickadee because my Grammy loves birds. I painted with water colour because I already knew a little bit about painting with water colour. what I love about art is that there is no wrong way to do art and you can use so much different material.
PEACEFUL REFLECTIONS, BY SOPHIE SWIFT SOUTH SA-HALI ELEMENTARY, GRADE 7
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Proud mother Susan Swift sent Kamloops This Week a photograph of her 12-year-old daughter’s painting done in March. Sophie Swift attends South Sa-hali elementary school and is in Grade 7. Sophie says she watched a Bob Ross tutorial and used only one brush with dollar store acrylic paints to create this colourful piece.
“As an artist, I work hard to develop paintings that speak to both others and me. This is from a dream and a landscape that I saw. I am really proud that I made this painting. Some things I learned were to never give up on a good idea, and focus on one part at a time. I wouldn’t change anything in this painting. While I was making this, it surprised me that it looked so good. I’m so proud!”
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att Bardsley’s stock received another boost when Connor Levis signed with the Kamloops Blazers, a decision announced on Tuesday during a Zoom call. The Blazers’ general manager, along with director of player personnel Robbie Sandland, is establishing a reputation for selecting players at the WHL Bantam Draft who are not committed to playing in the league — and getting them signed. Mats Lindgren, picked seventh overall by Kamloops at the 2019 WHL Bantam Draft, and Levis, nabbed 20th overall, were verbally committed to the NCAA Division 1 University of Michigan Wolverines at the time of the draft. The picks were courageous as Bardsley, running his first draft that year after being hired by the Blazers in June of 2018, was surely aware of what happened in 2016, when his terminated predecessor Stu MacGregor used the 15th overall pick on forward Massimo Rizzo, who seems likely to never play for Kamloops. “I think you’re taking more of a chance if you don’t take those players,” said Bardsley, who spent nearly 20 years in the Portland Winterhawks’ organization before coming to Kamloops. “Now you’re taking a chance that you may not be the top team or you’re not willing to give yourself the best chance.” Blazers’ owner Tom Gaglardi was on the Zoom call on Tuesday. “I see a bit of the Portland attitude in Matt, spending 19 years in that organization where they were all known for being fantastic recruiters,” Gaglardi said. “They were not afraid to take the best players available and then rely on the strengths of the league and their program to do the talking and get players committed.
Connor Levis was torn between the Michigan Wolverines and Kamloops Blazers, but on Tuesday committed to a future in the WHL. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW
“If you look around the league historically, the best teams have taken those chances.” When Lindgren signed with Kamloops last June, Levis did not follow. One year had passed since the 2019 bantam draft, when Levis was selected by the Muskegon Lumberjacks in the USHL Futures Draft in May, indicating he may
be keeping his NCAA options open. Bardsley and company remained steadfast in their strategy when the 2020 bantam draft rolled around. Among their selections were Kaden Hammell (19th overall), Grayden Slipec (27th overall) and Kai Matthew (107th overall). Some pundits suggested
Hammell dropped in the draft because he was not fully committed to the WHL, but he signed last month with the Blazers. Slipec remains unsigned and undecided on his future and Matthew is committed to playing for the University of Denver. Both players would likely have been picked earlier in the draft if they were certain to play in the WHL.
“As far as job security, I was hired to do a job and I still believe in our decisions,” said Bardsley, named the Western Conference executive of the year for 20192020. “Even if Lindgren and Levis hadn’t signed or were still making decisions, I still believe in those picks. “I can understand if ownership was upset with me because we were just making selections without even doing our research, but I’m proud of our scouting staff. They build relationships, do homework.” Levis, a 6-foot-1, 180pound, right-shot forward from Vancouver, racked up 12 goals and 26 points in 33 games for Vancouver-based St. George’s School in 2019-2020, a 15-yearold toiling in the under-18 midget prep league. “I committed to Michigan two years ago and it was important to me to respect and honour the commitment they made to me,” said Levis, who turns 16 in October. “I knew there had to be a very compelling reason for me to de-commit and join another organization. Kamloops became very compelling.” Bardsley had plenty to work with to make his case. The Blazers won the B.C. Division championship in the truncated 2019-2020 campaign and boasted a prolific offensive squad under first-year head coach Shaun Clouston, the team built, in part, by MacGregor and former director of player personnel Matt Recchi. Player and team awards from the WHL followed, honouring both on- and off-ice accomplishments. Both Connor Zary and Dylan Garand are expected to be selected in this year’s NHL Draft. Should there be a 2020-2021 WHL season, Kamloops will be among favourites to repeat as division winners. There is also a strong crop of younger players, led by 17-year-old top prospect Logan Stankoven, that has potential to contribute to sustained success.
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Darius Sam was looking to push his running limits and turn his sweat into something productive for his hometown. The 19-year-old Merritt man started his search for a charitable organization in May at the Nicola Valley Food Bank. “The lineup was down the street and I asked this one lady how she was doing and she pretty much told me she was starving,” Sam said. “She was in a wheelchair and she was really hungry. I knew I had to do something.” Sam will attempt to run 100 miles (161 kilometres) in less than 24 hours, starting at noon on June 13 from the Nicola Lake rest point. The trek will take him to Spences Bridge and back. “He literally just came off the sidewalk and into the food bank and asked to speak with me,” Nicola Valley Food Bank general manager Derlanda Hewton said. “It was all his initiative. “For somebody his age to want to do that on our behalf, it was an amazing feeling.” Sam started a GoFundMe
Darius Sam will raise money for the Nicola Valley Food Bank through a 100-mile run on June 13.
page — Nicola Valley Food Bank Fundraiser — on May 18, with a goal of raising $1,000. “We smashed that,” Sam said. “We’re at $3,000 now and shooting for $5,000. It’s surreal. It gets me a bit emotional.” The total was $4,585 as of
Monday, June 1. Hewton said the money will help seniors, children from the school district and the SPCA, among others. “COVID has been a very difficulty time for everyone, but it’s really brought out the best in our
community,” said Hewton, noting the Nicola Valley Food Bank is in a financially stable position. “How ironic is that? It’s amazing to have the support.” Sam will have a friend trailing him in a vehicle and expects heat may be his No. 1 obstacle.
Sustenance will include dry packs of oatmeal, washed down with water, and Clif gels. “I just want to take my fitness to the next level and see what I’m capable of,” Sam said. Sam tested his mettle last month with a five-kilometre swim, 180-kilometre bike ride and 42-kilometre run. “It was a self-made Ironman triathlon,” he said. “It went well. It was pretty tough. I tested myself mentally, physically, pushed myself to my limit and got it done.” He expects a similar challenge next month. “It’s going to be tough, it’s going to be gross and the body is going to take a pounding,” Sam said. “I’ll have a lot of fun.” Hewton backed Sam to complete his mission. “I wouldn’t put it past him,” Hewton said. “He’s dedicated, he’s got the drive and everybody notices him around town now doing his training. “People are very proud.” Hewton said in-person donations at the food bank for Sam’s run total about $600 and the Merritt Return-It Depot is accepting bottles and cans on his behalf.
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DRUMMONDVILLE, QUE. — Quebec Major Junior Hockey League commissioner Gilles Courteau says the league is planning to play a full 68-game season in 2020-21 with “a certain percentage of spectators’’ in the stands. Courteau made the announcement Tuesday in a videoconference and said the league has informed the four provincial governments where it operates — Quebec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick — of its intention to start the season on Oct. 1. The season usually starts in late September. Courteau said the league is finalizing a return-to-play program and a contingency plan with the “absolute guarantee’’ that public health directives will
be followed. Courteau added that he is confident that some fans will be permitted to attend games as provinces continue to ease restrictions put in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Several QMJHL teams released statements following the QMJHL’s announcement acknowledging a return to action will be contingent on health protocols in place at the time. “While this is a positive announcement for all of us that are looking forward to getting back to the Eastlink Centre, we fully understand that the necessity for compliance with our provincial government and the Chief Public Health office, along with the continued importance of physical distancing,’’ the Charlottetown Islanders said in a release.
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Levis has family in the Tournament Capital, including two aunts, an uncle, cousins and a grandma. He played with Gaglardi’s son, Bennett, for St. George’s in 2018-2019. Friendly nudges to sign came from Levis’ friends, current Blazers who include 2003born Stankoven, Matthew Seminoff and Caedan Bankier, and 2004-born Lindgren, Tye Spencer, Fraser Minten and Dylan Ernst. A brief stint practising with the team in January left Levis feeling tied to the organization. Bardsley noted there were about 50 players age 16 who toiled in the WHL last season, a number he could reference when talking to Levis about his development next season. All of the above helped Levis make his decision, but there was more that resonated. “Everything wasn’t just all about hockey,” Levis said. “I think Matt’s one of the nicest people I’ve met in hockey. He wished my mom happy birthday and thanked my sister after I signed.
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“Robbie has been extremely supportive. Throughout the past few years, he’s come to almost every one of my games. I’ve talked with him after all the games and he gave me such amazing advice.” Levis still wasn’t ready to sign in January when offered the opportunity. “I’m a big believer in the relationships,” Bardsley said. “In hockey, in life, it’s important. You stay in constant
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I have two questions for you: 1. Are you female? 2. Do you have a neighbour living next to you? If you answered yes to these two questions, that means you are a girl next door. I am sure we have all heard that term before. Lately, for whatever reason, several men have indicated this is the kind of partner for whom they are looking. I was curious what that term means to most people, so I put that question out on my social media platforms. Below are some of the responses in point form. • Low maintenance • Pure • She can bake a great apple pie • The one boys want to marry • The girl who is your friend growing up, then becomes your girlfriend. • Someone who isn’t putting on a show. • Unapologetically herself. • Someone to whom everyone can relate. • Wholesome. • Classic. • Very little drama. • No showboating.
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• Under the radar. • Dependable. • Easy to talk to. • Authentic. • Simple. • Approachable. • The girl to take home to mom. When I Googled what this term means, I found this definition: “A term used to describe a female archetype and fashion aesthetic, which can range in terms of personal definition, but usually denotes a girl or woman who appeals to traditional or all-American gender norms, with the allure of purity, simplicity and charm, with a natural, modest or effortless beauty.”
In other words, I think what other people said makes sense. They say a girl next door is Mary Anne, not Ginger. It is Betty, not Veronica. It is Gwendolyn ‘Winnie’ Cooper from the Wonder Years TV show. Winnie started out with pig tails and cat eyeglasses in the coming of age TV series and she was viewed as the prettiest girl in the world. Fans still bemoan the fact Winnie and Kevin Arnold didn’t live happily ever after. In reality, most people don’t end up with their 12-year-old school crush, but there are rare exceptions. If men want the girl next door, why don’t women ask for the boy next door? There certainly isn’t as much information out there about the boy next door, but I tend to think of him being Archie instead of Reggie. Then again, it seems lately that while women are done with the bad boy image of someone like Reggie, they seem to get a bit bored with a nice guy like Archie. I think some couples get so used to volatil-
communication. It doesn’t have to be that every time we have a call, it’s about, ‘What do you think?’ or, ‘Have you made a decision?’ “Sometimes, it’s just casual conversations, checking in and talking to them and seeing how it’s going. It doesn’t always just have to be business.” Levis is represented by The Sports Corporation agents Gerry Johannson
and Scott Bonner. “Teams that are well-run, they can always accept a little bit more risk,” Johannson said. “In our business, you appreciate teams that aren’t afraid of a little risk because they believe in their program. “With Connor, it was exactly that. He was serious about his options. They knew that when they drafted him. It requires patience and a lot of confidence, which Matt has.” Bardsley got the call last Friday, the good news that allowed him to add Levis’ name to the board in his office on which his projected teams for the next three years are posted. That board and Bardsley’s job security would have a different feel if the top three picks from his first two bantam drafts went elsewhere. But they didn’t. “There are going to be some times where maybe they decide this is not the place for them, but I would 100 per cent do this again,” Bardsley said. “The elite players, they’re always going to have options. You have to believe in your program.”
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ity and a rollercoaster of emotions that when they get a calm, nice, balanced guy like Archie, they just aren’t quite used to it. I guess another way to look at it is Johnny Depp vs. Tom Hanks. When it comes to the girl next door, I think there could be one of those inside everyone — even Ginger or Veronica. The point is I hope all men and women get to the place in their life when they can release themselves of the mind games and constant ups and downs of anger, resentment, jealousy and passive aggressiveness. I would take Archie over Reggie in a heartbeat. I confess I have a thing for redheads. I never knew I liked redheads until I met and married one, so the most important thing to remember is you can’t judge a book by its cover — unless it’s an Archie comic book. If you would like to meet the girl or boy next door, contact me by email at holmes@wheretheheartis.ca and I will pop over to my neighbours and put my business card in their mailbox.
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OF PLAGUE AND PESTILENCE
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he cholera epidemic of 1848 in England had a personal impact. My great-great grandfather, Joseph Bailey, a pipemaker by trade, died of it in the town of Kingston-upon-Hull, which saw over 1200 casualties. His widow was pregnant with my great-grandfather at the time and named him Joseph, after his father. She later remarried a music seller by the name of William Kempling and little Joseph took his stepfather’s surname. So, my family name comes about because of the impact of a deadly epidemic. There have been many contagions throughout human history and many of them were far worse than the COVID-19 pandemic we are facing. Some estimate up to 90 per cent of First Nations in North America were wiped out by smallpox and other diseases for which they had no natural resistance. The bubonic plague of the 14th century killed about one-third of the population of Europe. In fact, the word “quarantine” comes from that time. In 1448, the Doge of Venice decreed that all incoming ships had to remain at anchor in the harbour for 40 days (quaranta means 40 in Italian) before crews could come ashore. There are instances in scripture where plague and pestilence are mentioned — and some are definitely judgments of God. The first example is the series of 10 plagues inflicted on the Egyptian people to force Pharaoh to let Moses and the Israelites go free from slavery. These included a plague on livestock, a plague of boils and a deadly plague that killed all the firstborn children of the Egyptians. Only after this final plague did Pharaoh allow
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Moses and the Israelites to leave. But the Israelites weren’t immune from God’s judgment, either. While Moses was up on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments, the Israelites reverted to idolatry. They made a calf out of gold and began to worship it. God told Moses to return to the camp and deal with the rebellious Israelites, telling him He would be punishing them for their sin. “And the Lord struck the people with a plague because of what they did with the calf Aaron had made.” Another example of God’s judgment in the form of a plague was when the Assyrian army of King Sennacherib besieged Jerusalem in 701 B.C. The situation was dire and King Hezekiah prayed fervently to God, saying, “Deliver us from his hand, so that all kingdoms on earth may know that you alone, O Lord, are God.” God answers Hezekiah through the prophet Isaiah, saying “He will not enter this city, declares the Lord. I will defend this city and save it, for my sake and for the sake of David my servant.” The next verse states that the angel of the Lord went out and put 185,000 Assyrian soldiers to death, breaking the siege. Secular historians also record that the siege failed and some have suggested it was due to septicemic plague,
a virulent, fast-acting version spread by flea-infested mice. Indeed, the Greek historian Herodotus records that the Assyrian army was overrun by a plague of mice during their campaign. In the book of Revelation, the last days prior to Judgment Day include a dreadful ordeal of seven “plagues,” each delivered by an angel. The first angel’s plague causes “ugly and painful sores” to break out on the people who have accepted the mark of the beast (666). It is not a happy time for most of mankind, at least those who refuse to honour the living God. Certainly, God gives reassuring promises to his faithful ones. Psalm 91 says, “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty … rely he will save you from the …deadly pestilence .. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday. A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you.” This does not mean Christians are safe from all disease. Obviously, believers die like anyone else from infectious diseases. What this passage is saying is that when God’s specific judgment falls upon evil-doers in the form of pestilence, God’s people will be spared that fate. Nevertheless, I pray that everyone will remain safe from COVID-19 and that those who are ill recover quickly. Amen. KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and can be emailed to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com. Please include a very short bio and a photo.
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t was an intriguing discovery for an angler — a small green-and-tan tackle box that hadn’t been opened for many years. My brother-in-law found the box a few years ago in the crawl space of the small house he bought in Coquitlam. He brought it to his cabin, where it sat on a rafter above the rustic kitchen. I saw it on my last trip there with my family and pulled it down, intrigued about what might be inside. The owner’s name, “H.L. Hunter,” was painted carefully in small letters on the lid just beneath the handle. The modest box was filled with the implements for catching trout. It was neat and clean, its contents carefully packed in the two trays that popped up as the lid was lifted. Mr. Hunter died many years ago, my brother-in-law was told. His fishing box was apparently moved to deep storage, with other boxes of unneeded things. When Mr. Hunter’s wife died, the family house was sold and the boxes went with it. It’s interesting to peer into another man’s tackle box. Like a woman’s purse, what fills a tackle box is personal. The choices an angler makes with the gear they use to chase fish A L P A C A
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NARRATIVE tells a lot about who they are (or were). I don’t know when Mr. Hunter made his last trip, although a copy of the 1968 fishing regulations inside the box suggests that may have been his final year on the water. Mr. Hunter favoured hardware — there were spinners, wedding bands and bait hooks inside. A few silver spoons and a small spinning reel were tucked into the bottom. Simple gear. I suspect he liked to troll as the gear isn’t the kind used by those who anchor down and cast. I can picture him on a lake somewhere in a small aluminum boat, making slow looping turns as his T I K I E G R E T S M O R E F R A T
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outboard chugs behind him. Every once in a while, I’m sure he would kick the motor into neutral and work the reel as he retrieved the line and hauled in a fish. Some days, I’m sure he caught his limit of trout, but more days than not, I bet he didn’t. Trolling metal is like that — when the fish are interested, it works well, but when big hatches of natural insects are about, the flashing steel can let you down. Mr. Hunter almost certainly kept all his catch. In the era he fished, the words catch-and-release weren’t spoken much. The times were different. There were more fish and fewer fishermen. The yellowed regulations in his tackle box were printed on a small, 16-page pamphlet (unlike the 80-page booklet we must contend with today). It folds into a neat little three-by eight-inch package you could carry in a shirt pocket (or a small tackle box). The catch limits in 1968 were liberal. An angler could keep 25 kokanee a day and have 75 in the freezer. In our region, a person could keep 10 trout a day, although some lakes offered more generous limits yet. At Pennask Lake, anglers were allowed 20 fish a day.
Thuya, Moira and Halamore lakes had no limits whatsoever. A fishing licence cost $3 a year. The fact H.L. Hunter carried the regulations with his tackle means he probably was concerned about the rules, that he was an ethical man I don’t think he was a wealthy man. His gear was well kept, but bore signs of hard use. The blade of the little knife he kept in his box looked like it had been sharpened many, many times. The spinners and spoons had nicked edges and blades, and spots where the paint had been knocked off. I bet every purchase of Mr. Hunter’s fishing tackle was carefully made, every spinner was an investment — it shows in the care he took. There was no rust on hooks, no bits of worm or weed left attached to rot inside the box. Some of the hooks and spinners were still in packages, carefully protected until they were needed. It was the box of a fastidious, careful angler — someone who loved to fish. My guess is he didn’t fish much, however, maybe a few weekends a year, a couple of evenings and perhaps a week or so on a summer holiday when he took his family camping to some Interior lake. My gut says he worked hard, I
bet in a blue-collar job, and his time without responsibility was as limited as the money he had to spend on fishing equipment. The tackle box painted a portrait of a man, an average man, a fellow not unlike so many of us who silently and namelessly cruise B.C.’s lakes every year. Perusing the contents gives a glimpse into a time when fishing was just a little bit different than it is today. I put the box back into its spot on the rafter in the cabin, with the hope someone else might one day have a similar chance to look and learn about fishing and fishermen. I’m not sure what will become of my tackle box when I’m gone. Will it end up in storage somewhere, unused and untouched? If it does, I hope a future angler, perhaps decades down the road, opens it and can get a glimpse of fishing today, and of the people who partake. 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 Hunting & Fishing British Columbia podcast (find it on Apple Podcasts). To share a thought, send an email to info@ theoutdoornarrative.com.
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250-374-3331 www.ralphrealestate.ca Real Estate (Kamloops)
For more info view all our listings, upcoming listings, and Kamloops listings at ralphrealestate.ca
103-1295 12TH STREET $205,000 • MLS®145333
4424 WESTSYDE ROAD $229,000 • MLS®154424
44-1221 HUGH ALLAN DRIVE $259,900 • MLS®154935
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D L O S WESTSYDE
BROCKLEHURST • Fully finished commercial strata unit move-in 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
72-650 HARRINGTON ROAD $399,900 • MLS®154984
ABERDEEN
• 0.56 acre building lot in nice Westsyde location • Mountain and river views • Close to all amenities
32-1940 HILLSIDE DRIVE $399,900 • MLS®156559
WESTSYDE
• 2 bedroom 1 bathroom townhouse with no rental restrictions • Updated furnace and central air • Quick possession possible
8-3031 WESTSYDE ROAD $425,000 • MLS®156674
• 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
36-1760 COPPERHEAD DRIVE $499,900 • MLS®156333
24-2365 ABBEYGLEN WAY $499,900 • MLS®155921
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• Immaculate half-duplex with 2+1 bdrms and 2 bthrms • Low bareland strata fee of $135/month • 2 pets allowed (no size restriction), 3 rentals allowed (at max currently)
• Immaculate and spacious 2 storey bareland strata with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Move in ready with nothing to do and only $110/month strata fee • No rentals allowed, 1 dog or cat allowed with strata approval
3-1575 SPRINGHILL DRIVE $549,900 • MLS®156521
PINEVIEW VALLEY • Very well maintained 3+1 bedroom 4 bathroom townhouse in Creekside • Own your own land with this detached bareland strata with a strata fee of only $120/month • Pets and rentals allowed with strata permission
904 INVERMERE COURT $559,900 • MLS®155885
ABERDEEN • Immaculate and spacious 2 storey townhouse with 4 bdrms and 3 bath • Over 2600 square feet of living space with large double garage and central air/central vac
570 ROBSON DRIVE $599,900 • MLS®156593 G TIN LIS W NE
SAHALI • Great location and complex with 2+2 bdrms and 3 bathrooms • Double garage and main floor laundry • 1 dog/cat allowed with strata approval. No rentals allowed • 2 pets allowed with strata permission. No rentals allowed
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!
2205 BARBARA AVENUE $599,900 • MLS®155746
2254 GREENOCK PLACE $775,000 • MLS®156349
BROCKLEHURST
ABERDEEN
• Approximate 0.39 acre waterfront lot with 3+2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • In-ground pool and detached double garage • Quick possession possible
• Immaculate 2 storey home with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms • Great family home in cul-de-sac location • Separate entry with suite potential
SAHALI • Great sahali location with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Over 2600 square feet with beautiful views and yard • Updates include: roof, furnace, heat pump, hot water tank
7495 RONLYN COURT $1,249,900 • MLS®154113
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• 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 updated 2700 sqft two-storey accessory building & detached double garage/workshop
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INDEX
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
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Scheduled for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule. Tax not included. Some restrictions apply
3 - 10x20 Jacuzzi Pool Filters. $75.00. 250-374-6092. 5th wheel hitch $150. 250374-8285. 6hp Evinrude O/B motor. $600. 70 CFM air compressor. $750. 250-574-3794. Butcher-Boy commercial meat grinder 3-hp. 220 volt. c/w attachments. $1300. 250318-2030. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $17,000/obo 250- 376-6607. Rayleigh Grand Prix road bike. New seat, tires, pedals. $350. 250-682-9287. Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650.
ALL ADS MUST BE PREPAID. No refunds on classiďŹ ed ads.
Free: Chinese Lanterns in outdoor pots. Ready to go. 250376-6607.
Furniture 6 drawer Walnut dresser w/ mirror & matching double bed exc cond $150. 250-374-7514. 8ft Antique Couch Couch & matching $200. 250-374-1541.
Generators/Motors/ Welders Champion Portable Generator 11250 starting watts / 9000 running watts, electric start. Asking $750 obo 250-5714501 after 5pm Diesel Generator Sim power single and 3-phase. 420 run time. $12,000/obo. 250-3766607.
Plants/Shrubs/Trees
$900. chairs
Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $850. 250-374-8933. 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.
Tax not included
Shared Accommodation Country house 3brms overlooking lake. Looking for 2-people. $1800. July 1st. 250-682-1802.
Suites For Rent Bachelor cation. 7274.
suite downtown lo$620.00. 250-314-
CHOOSE LOCAL
1972 Triple E Motorhome 25ft. Restored. $6,200/obo. 250523-9495.
Misc Home Service
PRESTIGE LOCAL ALARM MONITORING STATION
Mini Excavator and Dump Trailer for hire, stump & concrete removal and small demo jobs $75/hr. for Excavator or $95/hr. for Dump Trailer and Excavator. 250-554-4467.
Concrete
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CONCRETE JOBS
Sports Equipment
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Pets Animals sold as â&#x20AC;&#x153;purebred stockâ&#x20AC;? must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.
Basement Suites
Westsyde 1bdrm. Priv ent. F/P. Laundry, util/cable incld. N/S, N/P. $1000. 579-0193.
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250-374-0916 Houses For Rent
Downtown 2bdrms, bsmnt, Applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. N/S, sm pet neg. Asking $1600. 250-572-7279.
House-sitting Peace of mind house sitting and pet care. Keep your house and pets safe while your away. 250-374-6007.
Rooms Valleyview furnished bsmnt 1bdrm N/S, fragrance free. $550 inclds util. 250-828-1681.
Automotive Tires 4 Summer Bridgestone tires 225/55/R19 used 1 season. $500. 250-377-4947.
Motorcycles
Renos & Home Improvement
2017 Yamaha R3 320CC, Liquid Cooled, ABS Brakes. Low Kms. $3,900.
250-578-7274
Collectibles & Classic Cars
250-838-0111 Handyperson
No Job Too Small! Friendly Service. 15 years experience. Guaranteed. References.
1965 Mercury 4dr., hardtop. 55,000 miles. 390-330HP. $4,000. 250-574-3794
DANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HANDYMAN SERVICES Renovations, Painting, Flooring, Drywall, Bathrooms, Electrical (Red Seal) & more 778-999-4158
danshandymanservices.net Handyman for Hire. One call for all your Handyman needs. Free estimates. Blaine 250851-6055.
Misc Home Service
Landscaping PETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S YARD SERVICE Time to trim Cedar Hedges Tree pruning or removal Yard clean-up, Landscaping Licensed & CertiďŹ ed 250-572-0753
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Sports & Imports Rare mint 2002 BMW Z3 Roadster. 6cyl, 5spd. 43000kms. $20,000. 250-3773950.
Sports Utilities & 4X4s
2006 HD Blue Dyna Low Rider. 23000kms. Mint condition. $11,900.00. Call 250-851-1193
REIMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FARM SERVICE Handyperson
2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD 67,000 kmS White w/blk leather 4 DR SDN V6 Panoramic Sunroof $16,800 250-319-8784
2002 Ford Escape, auto. Exec body. Mechanic special. $700. 250-819-9712, 250-672-9712.
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR
CHOOSE LOCAL
2006 Dodge 2500 4x4 HD. w/1994 11ft. camper. $14,500/both. 778-220-7372.
LIVE ANSWER | EFFICIENT COST EFFECTIVE | LOCAL COMPANY
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Domestic Cars
2004 Cougar 5th wheel. 12ft slide. Excellent cond. $14,000/obo. 250-554-1744.
FREE ESTIMATES FOR SYSTEM UPGRADES OR SWITCH-OVERS
10-989 McGill Pl. Kamloops
Tax not included
2003 Chev Tracker. Auto, 4WD, 110,000kms. Exec shape. $6,500. 250-374-6600.
Trucks & Vans
Farm Services
2bdrm suite, Lower Sahali. Close to TRU. $850 util incld. 778-257-2468.
Commercial
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Farm Services
Tax not included
Gardens Rototilled. Tractor mounted tiller. Seniors discount. 250-376-4163.
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EMPLOYMENT Based on 3 lines 1 Issue.. . . . . . $1638
â&#x20AC;˘ 2 large Garage Sale Signs â&#x20AC;˘ Instructions
RVs/Campers/Trailers
BRICKS, BLOCKS, PAVERS, SIDEWALKS + PRUNING
Arc Solomon snowboard w/bindings $325. 250-5787776.
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Scotch Pine trees smaller ponderosa in pots 2ft (50) $15 each obo 250-376-6607
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BROCK Saturday, June 6th. 9am-1:00pm. 2346 Young Avenue. Multi-Family. Everything from antiques, collectables to household and furniture. Please respect COVID-19 guidelines.
1948 Ferguson rebuilt motor & extra parts has a util. snow blade & chains mostly original $2,500. 250-374-8285.
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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
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Classes & Courses HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. June 20th and 21st. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. June 13th, Saturday. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor: Bill 250376-7970
1997 Ford Probe. Red, 4cyl, std, A/C, 1-owner. 114,428kms. $2,500. 250-3767964.
2010 Dodge Charger SXT Sedan. 4dr., AWD, V-6, auto. 50,001 kms. Must see to appreciate. $12,000. 250-374-1541.
2014 Ford Platinum 4x4 Crew-cab 3.5 Ecoboost, white with brown leather, Fully Loaded. Immaculate. 142,000kms. $26,300. 250-319-8784
Trucks - 4WD
2010 Ford F150 4WD on Propane. 207,993 kms. Auto, A/C, fully loaded. Completely detailed and ready to go. MUST SEE! $12,000. Call 250-318-7440
Rims
4 - BMW X5, X3 wheels like new. $590 Call 250-319-8784.
Utility Trailers
Boats We Build Decks, Fencing and Exterior Finishing Reasonable Rates Free Estimates 250-319-2555
10x32 Smokercraft Alum punt. Rated 3hp, 300 lbs. $650. 250-485-2128. 11ft inflatable boat. c/w 12volt elec motor, oars, etc. Like new. $2,150. 250-315-3626. 14ft. Runabout boat. 40hp Johnson motor on trailer. $1500/obo. 778-469-5434.
Must Sell! 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible. Auto, fully loaded. 81,000kms. $10,900/obo 250-571-4008
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
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Legal/Public Notices NOTICE OF SALE WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT By the virtue of the Warehouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien Act, contents of a storage unit and goods left belonging to: Brian Lemaire, #210-1370 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC. The goods will be sold on or after June 17, 2020. Central Storage Ltd., 1236 Salish Rd, Kamloops, BC, V2H 1K1. 250-314-9522. NOTICE OF SALE WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT By the virtue of the Warehouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien Act, contents of a storage unit and goods left belonging to: Fraser Mudie, #470-589 Sydney Ave., Kamloops, BC The goods will be sold on or after June 17, 2020. Central Storage Ltd., 1236 Salish Rd, Kamloops, BC, V2H 1K1. 250-314-9522. NOTICE OF SALE WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT By virtue of the Warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien Act, we must sell the stored goods to recover costs of unpaid storage. Chad Hunter (P.O. Box 368) Logan Lake, BC) Amount Owed. $392.75. Mona Welch (Box 691 or #107 Ponderosa Apts, Logan Lake, BC) Amount Owed $410.00 The contents will be sold on or after June 20, 2020. Logan Lake Mini Storage Inc. 250-523-6825. WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT In the matter of the Warehouse Lien Act. Notice is hereby given to Brenda Unger and Dave Meers, #304-1525 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC. Please be advised that the contents of container number CLHU3339915 will be disposed of on or after June 24th to recover costs for storage in the amount of $1497.44. Please call Sun Valley Containers. 250-3745555.
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Marlene Frances Allen (Moore)
Jean Olive Carnegie
September 7, 1940 - May 28, 2020
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Olive Carnegie of Kamloops, BC, on May 7, 2020 at 87 years of age.
On the morning of May 28, 2020, Marlene Frances Allen passed away peacefully in her sleep. She will be forever loved and missed by her husband of 62 years, Don Allen, and her six children and their spouses Jeff (Norine) Allen, Kandy Allen (David Charnley), Jamie (Sheri) Allen, Penny (Herman) VandeGoede, Calvin (Anne-Marie) Allen and Jill (Barry) Ewanyshyn as well as numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters-in-law Wayne (Claudia) Moore, Frank Jarvis (Adriel Wilson), Bill (Carole) Jarvis and Don (Sue) Jarvis. Mom was born on September 7, 1940 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. At a young age her family moved to Burnaby, BC. It was there that she met dad in 1957 and they were married on April 3, 1958. Just after they were married, they moved to Kamloops, where they raised their family. Mom enjoyed reading, gardening, singing and crafting. Singing was a great passion of momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. In the 70s she was involved with the singing group New Century singers. For many, many years mom was involved with the choir at the Alliance Church until her Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s made that no longer possible. Mom loved all kinds of crafts, cross-stitching, quilting, and card making to name a few. Throughout the years all the family and many friends had been grateful recipients of her wonderful creations. Mom had many wonderful attributes. She loved to practice hospitality, had a generous spirit, wrote words of encouragement to many and was a loyal friend. Thank you to Calvin and Anne-Marie for your daily visits with mom these past two years. Not only did you brighten momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day but also brightened the day of the other residents in her neighbourhood. Thank you to the staff of Gemstone. We will be forever grateful for the wonderful care that you provided mom these past two years. Due to Covid-19, a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home
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Jean is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Jim, his son Cameron Carnegie of Kamloops, BC, and numerous nieces and nephews in Manitoba and Calgary. Jean was predeceased by her father and mother Donald and Grace Douglas of Crandall, MB, sisters Donna Johnson of Winnipeg, MB, Viola McElroy of Virden, MB, and Ivy Campbell of Roblin, MB. Jean took her RN training in Brandon, MB. From there, she worked in Bermuda, Hamiota, Virden and Kamloops. She was a lifelong member of The Eastern Star and enjoyed working as a volunteer cashier for the Pipe Band Bingoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Jean was also a member of the North Kamloops United Church. She loved to play golf and seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slow pitch baseball. Interment will take place at a later date in Arrow River Cemetery in Manitoba. The family wishes to extend a thank you to the caregivers at Pine Grove Extended Care and a thank you to Geoffrey and Kim at Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services. Donations in Jeanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
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She Walks in Beauty LORD BYRON
She walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies; And all thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;er her face; Where thoughts serenely sweet express, How pure, how dear their dwelling-place. And on that cheek, and oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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!
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Lois Alexandra Aviss July 2, 1933 - May 26, 2020
Our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother passed away at her home in Gemstone Care Centre in Kamloops. Predeceased by her husband Henry and only sister June. Lois is survived by her sons Ken (Ellen) and Keith (Janet). Also by her grandchildren Tyler (Jinhui), Jason (Jordaan), Jennifer (Ananth) and Jeffrey (Tiffany), great-grandchildren Taija, Lia, Aurora and Yuna, and step-grandchildren Bradley, Jordan and Melissa. Lois was born in Quebec and spent her childhood years in Greenfield Park, on Montrealâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s south shore. Following her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (John Richard Empson) early passing, the family (mother Jane Morrow [Roxburgh] Empson, sister - June [Noren] and Lois) relocated to Calgary. It was here that Lois at 18 met the love of her life - Henry (Hank), enlisted with the Canadian Armed Forces PPCLI. They were married in 1951, and Henry shipped out to serve in the Korean War. Following Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; return from overseas, he and Lois began their family in Calgary. The early years were filled with sacrifice and hard work. Lois shouldered the brunt of responsibility for raising the two boys, with Henry working afternoon and midnight shifts at Canada Post. Mom never failed to encourage her boys to do their best in all endeavours, and was always there with praise when things worked out, and with comfort when things did not. And like as not, she would sooth any hurt feelings, bumps or bruises with her delicious home baked treats! There wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t any excess growing up in the Aviss home in Calgary, but nor were we wanting for anything either. Family and friends were always most important to mom. She and dad ensured that we travelled and got to meet our aunts, uncles, cousins and other relations scattered throughout Canada and the United States. It was during frequent trips to visit friends in the Okanagan Valley, that mom and dad came to fall in love with the area. Through persistence and a bit of good luck, dad eventually received a transfer with the Post Office, and they relocated to Kamloops in 1965. For the next 50 plus years Lois devoted herself to establishing her familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roots firmly in the Kamloops community. As her young family became more independent, mom re-entered the work force and spent many years working as a bookkeeper for a number of the local businesses and professional offices in Kamloops. She became more independent herself, earning a driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence while in her 30s and buying her first set of wheels! Valleyview was home for 25 years, until mom decided that she and dad deserved to upgrade the view from their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;picture windowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to the hills of Aberdeen. During the next 15 years Lois and Henry enjoyed life, and watched their family grow and expand. They travelled extensively, visiting Eastern Canada, the UK, Europe, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Cyprus and Egypt, Alaska and the US. Many memorable trips were spent visiting family and friends. Mom was involved in the community through her weekly bowling league and participation in the TOPS support group. She and Henry were also active members of the congregation at the Hills of Peace Lutheran Church. When dad passed in 2005, Lois remained in the Aberdeen area, becoming a long-term resident at Berwick on the Park. Mom enjoyed many years of independent living at Berwick, until eventually her failing health forced her into assisted living there, and subsequently at Gemstone. Lois will be sorely missed by all her remaining family and friends. Due to the current restrictions in place, cremation and a brief service for immediate family will take place. A memorial service will be planned when it is possible to do so. In the meantime, condolences can be left online with Schoening Funeral Service, at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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Mr. Craig Bevan Coleman passed away suddenly and peacefully in Kamloops on May 20, 2020 at the age of 59. Lovingly remembered by his wife Diane Coleman, and he was a good father to his children Glenn and Taryn for which he was tremendously proud for their accomplishments. Missed by his brother Bruce Coleman, whom he shared a strong bond with and his loving bossy sister Jane Disher who helped him along the way and he will forever be grateful for her nagging and constant support. Craig took in Les Disher and Gloria Ewen, the spouses of Jane and Bruce, like family not afraid to give them a hard time much the same as his did his brother and sister. A favourite uncle to Graham, Courtenay and Keisha Disher as he turned a blind eye to their mischievous stories and shared a chuckle. He was predeceased by his father Reginald Coleman and mother Margaret Coleman (Jenkins). Craig started working at Canadian National Railway (CN) at the age of 18 on May 23, 1979. Beginning as a trackman and progressing to welder, and later foremen welder eventually becoming the youngest supervisor at CN. Through his commitment to his family he demoted himself back to foremen welder, taking time to spend with his newly born daughter and 3-year-old son. He enjoyed his time at CN and had many stories to share, he strongly believed that if everyone who worked on the railway share two of their favourite stories you would have a great book on your hands, one that he would read over and over. His career with CN latest just short of 38 years with him retiring in September 2018. His great sense of humour and ability to tell stories made him the life of the party. He was always known for his infectious laugh which could be heard for miles. Throughout his younger years he spent his time with a bunch of troublemakers always pushing their luck. Craig was their silent leader, managing to be their voice of reason when their plans lacked thought. A special memory from one of his best childhood friends was at 13 years old, bored while they hung around Trimble Park, looking for stupid things to do. When a noisy neighbour called the police and the chase was on, which was a problem for Craig’s friend who at the time was in a leg cast and not in a good place to be sprinting off with the rest of the gang. Craig stayed behind to make sure there was no man left behind, looking out for the weakest link in the herd. Craig egged him on pushing him to pick up pace and luckily, they chalked up another successful run-a-way. There were many more stories such as this one as Craig sought to help the strangers he met on the street, to acquaintances he met briefly, to his closest family and friends. He cared so deeply for those around him that often it seemed he forgot to return the favour for himself, always asking how you were and never going on to say how he was doing. His family, friends and anyone who talked to him long enough would consider themselves fortunate to have heard his incredulous, hilarious and sit-on-the-edge-of-your-seat stories. Those who knew him well were fortunate to have enjoyed his company, friendship and laughter.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dean Cooper. He passed away suddenly of natural causes at his home on May 24, 2020. He was 52 years young. He was born in Dawson Creek on August 30, 1967 and moved with his family to Kamloops in 1975 where he spent the remainder of his life. He graduated from NorKam High School in 1985 and went onto college getting a diploma in computer science. He was employed by BC Lotteries during the first few years the corporation arrived in Kamloops and remained there until his passing. Though he was born with Cerebral Palsy he didn’t let that slow him down. He rode horseback, played softball, skied and later in life became an avid golfer.
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Dean will be sadly missed by his family, BCLC co-workers and all of his friends from the Fox and Hounds. He is survived by his mother Connie and stepfather Doug Scott, his sister Jody and brotherin-law Al Karp, his step-sister Jodi and her family (Rob, Bailey and Zach), step-brother Darryl Scott (Tracy) his father Gary Cooper (Linda). Also mourning his loss are his aunt Jean, aunt Kim (Daryl), uncle’s Blair (Pam), Daryl (Meide), Brent (Lisa), and numerous cousins.
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May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of despair Lavinia (Vene) Cooper Lavinia (Vene) Cooper of Kamloops passed away on May 11, 2020 at 77 years of age. She is survived by her loving husband Gordon Cooper, her children Bob (Brenda) Cooper of Kamloops, Sharlene (Bernie) Cooper of Kamloops and David (Diane) Cooper of Vancouver, her grandchildren Jesse, Alicia, Kali, Sara, Patience, Legend, Honestii, Love and Knight and her great-grandchildren Jaxon, Story, Kai, Mia and Tia. She also leaves behind her siblings Linda, Gerald, Baxter, Donna, Nelson and Garry. She was predeceased by her first born child Berdina Cooper. Lavinia was born in Newfoundland on May 29, 1942 to Joseph and Ann Pelley. She married Gordon Cooper on July 3, 1959 at the age of 17. After losing her first-born daughter to pneumonia she was blessed with three other children. In 1972, the family drove across Canada to settle in Williams Lake, BC where she enjoyed being a wife and mother. The family eventually moved and settled in Kamloops, BC, where mom made many friends and enjoyed life. Her grandchildren will remember her fondly for the many camping trips her and papa endured during their childhoods. She will also be remembered for her wonderful baked bread, amazing canned goods, and beautiful knitted blankets. Grandma was always there when you needed her, to give you a big squeeze, or a cheek pinch.
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Karole Mary Blanche Conway August 23, 1949 - May 28, 2020
Karole was the second daughter born to Gordon Conway and Gilberte Beaudoin. Raised in the Eastern Townships in a bilingual home, she left Sherbrooke to study at Loyola College (Concordia University). She volunteered for a full year at L’Arche in France with Jean Vanier before returning to complete a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at McGill University. Upon completion of her Master’s she moved to BC beginning a career with the BC Government. From Policy Analyst to Program Manager and Director, Karole proved her love of teaching, leading the way in instilling innovative practices. Leaving Vancouver Island for Kamloops she worked as a Director at KRCC and throughout her career, she promoted change inspiring many to think outside of the box and not fear change. Retired, she gave of her time visiting the elderly with her faithful companion Patches. Karole loved the mountains and became a seasoned hiker lately accompanied by her new dog, Oscar. She loved her ‘little house’ with its sumptuous garden always ready to entertain her wide circle of friends. She remained very attached to her sister Sandra (Daniel LeBlanc) back in Quebec and to their two daughters Kelly Le Blanc (Jerome Dupras) et Ariane (David Quirion). Over the years, her nieces gave her six grand nephews and nieces to love and dote on: Louis, Theodore et Claire Dupras and Renaud, Jules et Maxime Quirion. Karole’s Conway-LeBlanc family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude for all the love and attention lavished on her by her many dear friends during the past 17 months dealing with a severe cancer. A special thank you to dear Kelly, Terry and Diana. Also, sincere appreciation and thanks to Dr. Proctor an exceptional oncologist and heartfelt thanks to Dr. du Preez, Karole’s family physician who cared for Karole way beyond the line of duty. Accompanying her in this last journey, Dr. Proctor and Dr. du Preez were instrumental in making her journey less of a struggle and more of a challenge allowing Karole to get the most out of her remaining time. The family also wishes to thank the staff at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice for the caring and comfort services given to Karole in her last few days spent with them. Peacefully with friends by her side she waved Aurevoir. Her spirit continues to reach out to all whom she loved. Her desire was to return to her roots, Quebec, but part of her spirit will always remain in her adoptive lieu, British Columbia. Karole created a wonderful world around her and for this she will forever remain alive in our hearts.
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In lieu of flowers, Karole requested that donations be offered to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice of Kamloops or any cause which you hold to heart.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Florence Hebner of Kamloops, BC, on May 25, 2020 at 93 years of age. Florence is survived by her loving husband Irwin, her children Howard (Bonnie) Wager of Prince George, BC, Laurie Dunbar of Kamloops, BC, and Janice (Jim) Wycherley of Langley, BC. Also left to cherish her memory are seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Florence was predeceased by her mother, father, brother Wally, and son-in-law Rick Dunbar.
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Sterling was raised in Edmonton by his larger-than-life mother Elizabeth Sterling, a dramatist and actor, and Nelson Willard, a dental surgeon and avid sportsman. He and his older sister, Shirley, grew up in a household filled with books, actors, music, intellectuals, art, and a host of down-on-their-luck eccentrics. As a teenager, Shirley fired an incompetent nanny and looked after her brother. They remained devoted to each other, except - later in life - when it came time to pay for a meal and they tussled over the check.
He was predeceased by his father Francis, his mother Irene and stepfather Tom Pierce, brothers Rae, Bernard and Stewart.
Florence Hebner
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Physician, humanitarian, restless soul, teller of tales. Born on November 23, 1928, in Edmonton, Alberta; died on May 23, 2020, at Kelowna Hospice House, British Columbia, aged 91.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years Sandra, son Neil and daughter Lori (Adrian) Parker.
The family then moved to Kamloops in 1972 where he worked many years in the hospitality industry as desk clerk/auditor in The Leland, The Place Inn and Riverside Motel. He was an accomplished bowler, enjoyed playing hockey (goalie) and attending WHL Blazer games. He spent numerous years volunteering as coach and director with Kamloops Minor Hockey and coached girls softball for Kamloops Minor Softball. He loved to camp and fish and spent many days and hours on the local fishing lakes. He loved animals and was often in the company of his faithful dog. Frank and Sandra retired and moved back to Penticton in 2010.
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William Sterling Haynes
Francis (Frank) James Hamilton
Frank was born in York County, Toronto, Ontario in 1947 and grew up in Ottawa and Edmonton. He joined the Canadian Army in 1965 and served with the PPCLI in Germany with the NATO forces. Upon discharge in 1968 he moved to Penticton where he met and married his wife and started a family.
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Depression-era Edmonton was a force in his life. Sterling had to work to earn his keep. He complained about having to wear plus-fours through secondary school while pining for long pants and struggling to meet his sister’s scholastic achievements. When he fell short of the mark, his mother would quote a line from Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars but in ourselves.” He felt closest to his dad when they were fishing or playing ball. He majored in Biology and Chemistry at the University of Alberta and then signed up to become a Colonial Officer when he couldn’t find a job in post-war Canada. His mission was to establish fish farms in the Northern territories of Nigeria to combat rampant malnutrition and protein deficiency. He wrote about his time in the bush dredging ponds, eating groundnut stew, and occasionally visiting the tennis club with his fellow officers in Lagos. At his post with an all-Nigerian crew, he was known as the White Lion. He returned to Canada after a bad bout with a tropical illness. He wanted to go into education, but his father suggested he study medicine, like his sister. Between the two of them, they practised for 100 years. Back in Edmonton, he met Jessie McKiddie Porter who had just been through a stint of teaching herself. Jessie appeared in a play his mother was directing, and Sterling helped with back-stage chores. Jessie was always shy on the subject, but he spoke of a fateful ride home from a cast picnic. “I had to ask her three times to marry me,” so the story went, “but she said she wanted to see the world.” The third time he presented her with luggage and promised they would travel together. They visited over a dozen different countries during their 64-year marriage. Public health was a calling for Sterling. He interned in California at Oakland Medical Center’s Emergency Room then worked in high-need areas like Williams Lake in the Chilcotin and rural Alabama in the American Deep South. As a young doctor, he thrived at the Burris Clinic in Kamloops, British Columbia. Wherever he practiced, he never said no to a consultation. He did rounds at prisons. He ran a VD clinic. He was the Hockey Doc for the Kamloops Blazers. Once he counted the number of babies he delivered - hundreds, he thought, maybe a thousand. His clinic was everywhere; travel his only down time. Retirement didn’t suit Sterling. He took on locums and then evaluated Workers Compensation claims. For his immediate family, his peers in medicine, and his wide circle of friends, he was always the go-to for any ailment. Even at his retirement home, he was happy to give a second opinion. Sterling believed in potential. He and Jessie raised four strong women with that open approach. He created stages and puppets for their neighbourhood theatre company. He built a log cabin on a remote lake for summer retreats. On the rare times he was home for dinner, he peppered the conversation with questions on geography and science and literature and encouraged all to yell their answers. He was a feminist, too. “I’ll help you get educated,” he said to his daughters. “The rest is up to you.” He did his best parenting on the tennis court where he taught persistence and discipline with gentleness and care. He was a proponent of the two-handed backhand and the patient rally, not a big serve-and-volley man. “Oh! Shot!” he’d call out if ever his daughters got one past him. Sterling never let the truth get in the way of a good story. He was a proud father, father-in-law, and grandfather to Carson and Rachel, quick with accolades and overly generous in recounting accomplishments. He loved being Uncle Sterling to his many nieces and nephews (and grand nieces and grand nephews). After suffering from a stroke, he regained his functioning through studying poetry. He took to haiku and doggerel and wrote both with humour and style. Well into his seventies, he appeared at poetry slams. He enlisted his daughters to edit his stories that he published in medical journals and then collected in three volumes. He was a tireless promoter of his work and the work of fellow writers in the Okanagan. He carried a box of his books in the trunk of his car, and he would sign and gift a copy to anyone who showed an interest. This current pandemic made visiting almost impossible as Sterling struggled with numerous health issues. His two oldest daughter, Elizabeth and Melissa, saw him through to the end at Kelowna Hospice House, as did Jessie. She remained his fiercest advocate. Her constancy helped him balance the emotional load of serving the public, though she never stopped wanting him to watch his weight and tuck in his shirt. His youngest daughters, Jocelyn in North Carolina and Leslie in Seattle, sent poetry and songs to gentle him.
Florence was born in Winnipeg, MB, on September 2, 1926, to Frances and Harry Krezanosky. She loved square and ballroom dancing, sewing, cooking, reading, gardening, various sports and travelling. Florence moved from Winnipeg to Vancouver with her family in 1964. She resided in the Lower Mainland until she moved to Kamloops with her husband in 2000.
The final lines of Tennyson’s Ulysses, which Sterling often quoted, speak to the spirit of a complex and talented dreamer who always imagined bigger and better things for himself and for everyone he loved.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to Nurse Practitioner Navy Sahota, and to the staff, nurses and caregivers of Overlander Extended care where she resided for the last 3 years.
Sterling appreciated all varieties of flowers, but he would probably prefer that you give to the cause closest to your heart in his name. A celebration of his life will be held at the Kelowna Unitarian Fellowship when it is safe to gather again.
We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven, that which we are, we are; One equal temper of heroic hearts, Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.
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Clint was predeceased by his parents George and Wilma Hilliard. He is survived by his brothers Kerry (Anna) and Neil (Audrey), nieces KariLynn (Fraser), Sara (Rob) and Amy (Lee), grand-niece Hannah and grandnephew Tanner. No service by request. Donations may be made to Royal Inland Hospital. 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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Clinton Ross Hilliard was born at Royal Inland Hospital on July 27, 1951. The eldest of three sons born to George and Wilma Hilliard. Clint attended elementary school at Brocklehurst Elementary and high school at North Kamloops Secondary, graduating in 1968.
In both work and pleasure, Clint travelled extensively and visited many countries on every continent, except Antarctica. In 2012, he returned to Kamloops to manage the construction of a home on the last remaining plot of undeveloped land that was part of a farm owned by his great uncle, Captain George Hilliard. Clint was very fortunate all his life to be surrounded by important people of support and close friendships.
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Frederick Langton
Clinton Ross Hilliard
July 27, 1951 - May 18, 2020
Leaving Kamloops in 1968, he attended both the University of Victoria and the University of British Columbia. Over the years Clint held a wide variety of jobs; including short order cook, hotel bellman, ski resort janitor, postal delivery worker, CNR brakeman, and provincial parks warden. After receiving a B.A. in 1977 Clint worked on a UBC research project into labour force patterns in the British Columbia forest industry. In 1983, Clint received a BSc in Agriculture (Soil Science) and a soil mapping position with the BC Ministry of Environment. In 1986, Clint made a big move to Saskatoon to work for the University of Saskatchewan as a Research Officer. Saskatoon quickly became home and he stayed for 25 years. In 1999, he completed graduate work at Ryerson University in Environmental Engineering. He returned to Saskatoon and began his new position of water quality specialist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
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It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Frederick David Langton. Fred is survived by his daughter Gail Parlby (John Sutherland), his two grandchildren Kerri Batalha (Tony Batalha), Kelly Parlby and his great-grandchildren who looked up to and affectionately knew him as their Popeye. Fred was predeceased by his third wife Dolores and his first wife Gladys. He is the last of 10 siblings to join his parents in heaven. Fred was born in New Westminster August 16, 1927 to Frederick Wenman and Jean Jolly (Carnegie) Langton. He lived a long life full of many great adventures. He was a businessman and settled in Kamloops where he lived for the last 50 years of his life. Fred has always been a hard-working man and led a well rounded, adventurous life. As a young adult as a merchant marine he sailed up and down the Panama Canal. When his time was finished to get home, he and his mates would hop a train and travel from the East Coast of Canada back home to the West Coast to his family at the Coast and The Langton homestead on Monte Lake. Fred lived through the great depression and never wanted to see anyone of us go through that again. His last hitchhiking trip home was to marry the love of his life Gladys Elizabeth Herling. Together they adopted Gail Elaine Langton and began their life in Vancouver, BC. Fred gave up the highway transport trucking to be home closer to his family and began logging all through the coastal mountains, the Arrow Lakes and the Interior of BC. In 1970, Fred moved his family to Kamloops, BC for a business opportunity. Fred had gravel trucks for many years and then started what was known as Fred’s Topsoil. Dad definitely found his passion in pleasing his customers with his rich black peat that he was so proud of. Dad has always been a hard-working man even when he wasn’t in the yard he was at home in the shop fixing trucks and tinkering away. He’s not only a father, step-father, brother, son, and Popeye, a.k.a. grandfather and great-grandfather but he was also a loving uncle Freddie to all of his nieces and nephews who he was extremely fond of. Fred was a proud family man and loved gatherings and didn’t need a special reason. That’s when the silly jokes would be told that you’d heard a million times before and out would come his old faithful guitar. Fred loved his Country music and strummed the ballads of his country legends on his beloved old Martin guitar and played his bluegrass favourites with his harmonicas. He was a strong hard-working bold role model to everyone around him. Fred lived to the age of 92 and has lived one heck of a life and will be deeply missed. May you Rest In Peace now Dad, clear from dementia. The family would sincerely like to thank Dr. Mavis Hollman for her years of dedication and compassion to my dad and walking with us through dad’s final days. We would also like to thank the nurses and care aides at Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Facility for the kind genuine care for my father in the last months of his life. Due to Covid 19 Virus a small family gathering will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com
Gordon “Scott” McNally It is with sincere sadness that we announce a great loss of humour, wit, and the epitome of cool with the peaceful passing of Gordon Scott McNally on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 in his Kamloops home. A traveller, outdoor adventurer, collector of first edition books, and serious Jazz freak, many would describe Scott (aka “Hollywood”) as the life of the party and a teller of tall tales. Throughout his 66 years, there was never any doubt when Scott McNally entered the room. On June 9th, 1953, Scott was born to Audrey Geraldine (Hogan) McNally and Carlton Bruce McNally in Thunder Bay, Ontario. He spent his childhood years in the family-built A-frame home on Lake Superior’s Crystal Beach where his love for the water and wilderness was forged. During his teenage years, he enjoyed hitch-hiking across North America with friends and exploring Australia while visiting his father and brother in Tasmania. In August 1976, he was blessed with a baby girl while working as Quartermaster on a grain ship in the St. Lawrence Seaway. Scott then opted for a job in the Thunder Bay paper mills until he could no longer fend off the lure of adventure. In 1981, Scott packed up and moved to a land where “there are strange things done in the midnight sun”: Dawson City, Yukon. Here he was employed by Parks Canada and the Heritage Branch, while also landing a once in a lifetime opportunity to work as an assistant archaeologist on the remote Herschel Island in the Beaufort Sea. Eventually, he moved to Whitehorse and began his long stint for the Yukon Government Department of Highways. During this time, Scott fell in love with Eileen Leier and their journey together began, travelling between Montreal and Whitehorse before settling in Kamloops, BC. Scott continued to work in Whitehorse part time until his early retirement in 2011 due to a cancer diagnosis, which he fought with a vengeance. Although he successfully won the battle, the aftermath of surgery and radiation significantly reduced his quality of life. Nonetheless, he continued on with his entertaining stories, which he loved to repeat often, and sharing his boisterous, contagious laugh, while enjoying his many passions: spending time with his dogs, Jazz and Booker T, in the great outdoors; exploring thrift shops in search of quality, rare finds to accompany his unique sense of style; reading and writing poetry and prose; surrounding himself with music or the constant chatter of CBC radio; and, most importantly, spending time with his family and friends. Those closest to Scott know that behind his outgoing, comedic exterior, he was a passionate and sensitive soul who never missed an opportunity to express his true feelings. Scott is predeceased by his father Bruce McNally, his sister Dauphine “Duff” (McNally) LeGallais, and other close friends and family members. Scott leaves behind his partner of 22 years Eileen Leier, his mother Gerri McNally, his daughter Chelsea Kelly-McNally (Mike), his brother Doug McNally, his nephews and niece, many cousins, and an abundance of friends he would consider family. Cremation has taken place, and amid the current global gathering restrictions, a celebration of Scott’s life will be announced and held at a later date. In the meantime, the family would greatly appreciate the sharing of memories and stories via https://www.drakecremation.com
OTHERS WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE Others who have gone before Hold up my trembling hand. They comfort me in the blind despair I cannot understand. They suffer with me when I hurt, Weep with me in my pain, Remind me that we are not lost ... Though I must now remain. Those who’ve gone before me, Hear me when I cry. Sing softly with me soothing chords Of unsung lullabies. Mourn anniversaries never marked, A future I cannot keep. They gently kiss the pain away, And love my heart to sleep. The ones who’ve gone before me Hold me in my dreams. They gently stroke my furrowed brow, And calm my silent screams. They love me in my heartache, Wait quietly nearby., Hold patiently, one to another Till I join them by and by. By Joanetta Hendel, Indianapolis, Indiana
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Sayyad â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sydâ&#x20AC;? Nassir 1935 - 2020
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Helenne Jones, our loving and devoted mother, on May 9, 2020. She passed away in Castlegar, BC. at the age of 85, after a brief battle with cancer.
Sayyad â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sydâ&#x20AC;? Nassir of Kamloops passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2020 at 85 years of age.
Helenne was born on November 16, 1934 in Koch Siding village, Slocan Park, BC, into the Doukhobor family of Fred and Polly Chursinoff. She loved growing up in this communal village and often talked about her childhood. She had very special memories of her grandmother, a very spiritual person who taught her a great deal about fostering a connection with God and with the Doukhobor community. In later years, as she honed her skills as a writer, Helenne would often use her youth in Koch Siding and her relationship with her grandmother as subject matter. Helenne spent her early adult years soaking up a variety of interesting experiences. She lived for a while in Alberta, where she worked at a candy store. Then, she moved to Nelson, where she worked at Mannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drug Store, a job she truly loved. Anyone who knew Helenne can see how a job in which she interacted with the public was a perfect fit; she genuinely enjoyed getting to know people and being able to help them. Helenne always had a bit of wanderlust, which prompted her to pack up and spend 4 months travelling through Europe. She visited Germany, Israel, Italy and Greece. She was always up for an adventure, whether it meant going through Checkpoint Charlie to tour East Germany or cruising with her girlfriends on the ferries of Greece. Upon returning to Canada, Helenne lived briefly in Trail, where she worked as a school secretary, before moving to Vancouver to work at Woodwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. She was on a cruise of the Vancouver coastline when a handsome man, Fred Jones, caught her eye. They were married in Brilliant, BC at her parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; home on September 5. 1971. They lived in North Vancouver and started a family, having two girls, Tamara Susan Jones and Lara Pauline Jones. After a few years, Fredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work took them to Kamloops, where they settled for more than 25 years. Even though Helenne was busy raising a family, she had to have other projects on the go. She enjoyed volunteering at the YMCA as a fitness instructor for ten years and developed some close friendships there. Once Tamara and Lara were older, she got her real estate license and worked as an accomplished and trusted realtor at Royal LePage for 10 years. She excelled in this field, winning many company awards and earning the respect of many other realtors in Kamloops. It was through her work in real estate that Helenne was able to attend an Anthony Robbins seminar in Hawaii where, she was proud to report, she participated in several â&#x20AC;&#x153;life mastery challengesâ&#x20AC;? including walking on hot coals and standing on top of a 60 foot pole. However, Helenne experienced some difficult times in Kamloops, too. In 1996, she had a heart attack and a bleed in her brain that was debilitating. Through her courage and tenacity, she was able to recover almost completely. During the time she lived in Kamloops she sensed she was losing touch with her Doukhobor roots so in an effort to raise her daughters in the Doukhobor traditions, she worked with other local Doukhobors to start regular prayer meetings and Russian lessons. In 2003, Helenne returned to her spiritual community and moved back to Castlegar. She quickly became very active in the USCC organization, especially in the Spiritual and Cultural Development Committee, the Kootenay Spiritual Ladies Meetings, the Working Groups on Peace and Justice, Environment and Development, and the Kootenay Ladies Organization. In many of these groups she was not just a contributing member, but a driving force, always welcoming and supportive of others. For this and more she was recognized and honoured at annual USCC conventions. Helenne was also very active in the Kootenay Region United Nations Association (KRUNA), participating in walks, rallies, conferences etc dedicated to improving humanity. Often she recorded events with pictures and posters and created collages, some of which are on display at the Brilliant Cultural Center.
these last few years.
His memory will be treasured by his loving wife Lois Peters, and by his step sons Paul Peters of Ottawa and Brady Peters of Toronto, and his five grandchildren, who were the light of his life
The Funeral Service took place on Monday, May 25, 2020 at Hillside Cemetery in accordance with Islamic tradition. The family would like to offer a special thanks to Faisal Siddiqui and the Ayesha Mosque of Kamloops. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Kamloops Islamic Association, 2805 Highway 5A, Knutsford, BC V0E 2A0. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
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What really stood out for Helenne was the Doukhobor prayer service. She found deep spirituality in the psalms and prayers and felt a unity with her grandmother and Doukhobor ancestors. It was participating in Sunday molenya where Helenne felt most at peace and spiritually connected. Helenne lived her life fully and with great joy. She was so much fun to be around and encouraged people in her life to push themselves and try new experiences. She loved going to the Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament, soaking in the hot pool at Ainsworth, playing cards with her sister and friends and hosting family dinners. She gifted so many with cookies, energy balls, salsa and other homemade treats and for years mailed borscht to her daughter in the USA on her birthday. Helenne is survived by her daughters Tamara (Brian Hottman) and Lara (Alan So), her granddaughter Anya, her sister Mary Arishenkoff, her nephews Leon Arishenkoff, Dan (Elena) Arishenkoff, and niece Margie Davie. Helenneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family extends their thanks to Doctor Sonuga and Doctor Merritt, home support nurses and staff at Talarico, Jordan Wren and Bill Strilaeff, Castlegar Funeral Chapel, Gerry Hoodicoff and crew at Brilliant Cemetery, psalmists, JJ Verigin and all those that contributed to ensuring that Helenne got the funeral she deserved under these unprecedented global conditions. Peter Zaytsoff - thank you for your extraordinary guidance. Helenne was laid to rest May 15, 2020 at the Brilliant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted by the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ (USCC) care of the Iskra Fund or the Verigin Memorial Park Fund. Postscript: Often seen collecting cans and bottles, Helenne was a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;binnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; extraordinaire! Food Banks, Doctors Without Borders and other charities.
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She walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies; And all thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.
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by Charles L. Mashburn
The tears of grief Have washed away The clouds of sorrow, And vision now is clariďŹ ed I miss you still, But see you new In light of joy And smile at your remembrance. The love we shared Still here to give And to experience The joy that comes from that, is you!
One shade the more, one ray the less, Had half impaired the nameless grace Which waves in every raven tress, Or softly lightens oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;er her face; Where thoughts serenely sweet express, How pure, how dear their dwelling-place. And on that cheek, and oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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!
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Pieter Oerlemans 1949 - 2020
With love laden hearts we announce the passing of Pieter Fred Donald Oerlemans on May 13, 2020. Pieter was born in 1949 in Haarlem, Holland. The family immigrated to Canada when Pieter was 2 1/2 years old and resided in Whitehorse, Yukon, Prince Rupert, BC, Prince George, BC and Vancouver, BC. Pieter moved to Kamloops in 1978 to work for the BC Telephone Company. It is here that he met his soulmate Sally. Pieter had many interests which included remote controlled airplanes, which he built, flew and crashed. And then he did it all over again. Water was always his attraction and he owned two sailboats and spent many hours on Shuswap Lake, his “Cabin at the Lake”. What an ambitious man, building several huge rock walls and a two pond waterfall system, with a koi fish pond. Still, Pieter found time for rock hounding, fishing and camping. In Pieter’s retirement years he spent four winters building an eight foot popsicle stick model replica of the “Klondike” River boat that sits at dry dock in Whitehorse, Yukon. In 2018 Pieter donated the boat to the Yukon Transportation Museum in memory of his family’s beginnings in Canada. Pieter leaves to mourn his wife Sally, daughters Erica (Calen), Mieke (Christian), two grandsons Reagan and Logan. Also, from a previous marriage, daughter Natasha and grandsons Jeremy and Scott. Pieter also leaves behind his sister Tetje (Bevan) and twin brothers Jeck (Leslie) and Hessel (Susan), nephews Steven and Scott and niece Tetje Jr. He has a special place in his heart for sister-in-law Evelyn Enquist. Predeceased by his parents Pieter and Tetje Oerlemans and sister Noesje Fisher (2016). For all who knew Pieter, his love for music was his calling. He started as a young man, self taught, to play guitar, harmonica, piano and vocals, all by ear. He made many friends within the music community in Kamloops. With a whistle on his lips, he is looking out for us all. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com
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Jack passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Overlander Hospice Unit (Trinity) in Kamloops. The Yuma Puma has left the building. He was predeceased by his first wife Evelyn and granddaughter Katrina.
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Cecile Marie Shannon
Norma Elizabeth (Betty) Ruddock (née Burton)
November 17, 1927 - May 5, 2020
Betty passed away after a short illness at Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops, BC on May 24, 2020.
Cecile was born in North Battleford, Sk and passed away peacefully at her home in Kamloops, BC.
Predeceased by husband Ivan Ruddock.
Mom loved company and could keep a lively conversation going at any gathering. She made her own decisions and kept a firm hand on the running of her home.
beloved George
Loving mother and motherin-law to Wayne (Bev), Terry (Kathy), Brian (Karen) and Rick (Jane). Betty also leaves behind grandchildren Brandon, Kayla, Erin, Blair, Joshua, Eli and Ethan, step-grandchildren Jason and Shelby and nine great-grandchildren. Betty was born on November 25, 1923 in Cannington, ON growing up with six siblings. She and husband Ivan settled in Newmarket, ON where they raised their family. Betty worked as Director of ARC Industries (Adult Rehabilitation Centre) for nearly 20 years. She was also very involved in the Newmarket Legion and worked for a time for the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce. Betty was an avid bridge player and won many medals at the BC Seniors Games. When she moved to Kamloops, Betty was a member of Plura Hills United Church and later a member of Summit Baptist Church.
She could grow flowers like nobody’s business and loved to cook. Cecile was predeceased by Richard (Dick) Shannon, her loving husband of sixty-five years, grandson Richard Shannon Beck, her mother Marguerite, father Nicholas, two brothers and four sisters. She will be forever remembered by daughters Barbara Beck (Allan), Carol Shannon (Martin), grandsons Frederick Shannon, Brian Beck (Katherine) and great grandsons Cayden and Foxx. The family would like to acknowledge the work and dedication of The Home Care Aides from Interior Health. Their visits meant a great deal to Mom.
Betty had an incredibly positive attitude that was infectious to all. She was a kind and generous woman whose door was always open to those in need. She loved to laugh and spend time with her family. We would like to thank the staff on 4-North at R.I.H. and Pastor Harry from Summit Baptist Church.
Betty will be deeply missed by her family and all those who knew her. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
July 18, 1931 - April 26, 2020
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Roberta Laurel Sandner (née Light)
March 8, 1931 - May 24, 2020 It is with great sadness the family of Roberta Laurel Sandner announces her passing away peacefully at 3:15 pm on May 24, 2020 at Overlander Residential Care Home.
He is survived by his wife Marlene, children Randall (Lynn), Beth (Matt), Debra (Gord), Kirk (Carol) and Greg (Roxanna) and grandchildren Jon, Scott, Brian, Robyn, Dennis, Kate, Andrew and Cameron.
She is survived by her loving husband Don and two sons Lionel (Victoria, BC) and David (Mila) (London, UK). As a grandma, her three grandsons Rhys, Gareth and Owen will fondly remember her.
Jack was born in Dapp, Alberta and moved to Fairview at a young age where he met his wife to be Evelyn. Jack worked many jobs in the area until he joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1957 and moved his young family to Victoria. After this time in the navy Jack spent the rest of his career working in the hospitality industry for which he was amazingly skilled. In the early 80s Jack and Ev moved up to Logan Lake eventually settling in a home on Rey Creek Ranch where he quickly became a fixture at many events. He also continued in hospitality in Merritt.
She was predeceased by her older brothers Russ and Den and survived by her younger brother Bruce. Roberta, mom and grandma spent her life surrounded by the boys she ferociously loved.
After the passing of Evelyn in 1994, Jack met Marlene and they married in 2001. They spent winters as snowbirds in Yuma, Arizona where they enjoyed spending time with their southern friends. Jack was a loving father and was very proud and supportive of his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed a glass of wine and his door was always open to family and friends. Be at Peace, we will miss you. Special thank you to Dr. Miranda DuPreez, Logan Lake nurse Sharon Van Broek and nurse practitioner Jocelyn Rhode for their care, kindness and friendship. As well, thank you to all the caregivers at Overlander Trinity Unit for the compassionate care he received. Due to Covid-19 there will be no service at this time, a celebration will be held at a later date. Memorial donations would be greatly appreciated to Prostate Cancer or a local Hospice.
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Roberta was born in Herbert, Saskatchewan and raised in Penticton, BC. She loved learning and completed her education at the Victoria Normal School where she became an elementary teacher. During her career she taught primary grades in Vancouver and Kamloops. Roberta loved all her students as if they were her own. Roberta lived her life to the fullest including adventures near and far. She travelled to Europe in the 1950s where she spent three months bicycling through France, Germany and Austria. It wasn’t uncommon for her to travel to an away game for one of her son’s soccer games and be the only person cheering for the team. She enjoyed listening to the Kamloops Symphony. Music and singing were an important part of her life and brought her great joy. The memories of camping, walking and biking will be remembered by anyone who participated in these events with her. And sadly there will be no more games of crib or Scrabble with Mom smiling at you as she played the winning hand. The family wish to thank the nurses, Dr. Hamilton and staff for their support and care of Roberta/Mom during her stay at Overlander Care Home. There will be no funeral by request. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
As you share the stories and the memories of how they lived their lives and how very much they meant, may you find comfort...
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Scatter me not to restless winds, Nor toss my ashes to the sea. Remember now those years gone by When loving gifts I gave to thee. Remember now the happy times The family ties we shared. Don’t leave my resting place unmarked As though you never cared. Deny me not one final gift For all who come to see A single lasting proof that says I loved... & you loved me. by DJ Kramer
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In Loving Memory of Giuliana Caterina Giuseppina Torchia (nĂŠe Mazzei) March 6, 1939 - May 23, 2020
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Giulia Torchia. Giulia was born in Amato, Cantanzaro, Italia to Concetta and Antonio Mazzei. In November of 1957 she immigrated to Canada with her mother, two sisters and her brother. Her older sister and family followed in 1958. They all joined her father who was working in Kamloops at the time. Immigrating to Canada meant working hard planting tomatoes on the reserve and washing dishes at the Plaza Hotel. In 1959, she was reunited with her fiance Luigi Torchia when he arrived in Canada. They were married later that year on September 12. Soon after, their daughter Anna, was born, followed by their daughter Concettina five years later. Giulia continued her hard work pressing laundry, first with Whiteway Laundry and then with Tranquille School. She was later blessed with four granddaughters, two grandsons, and four great-grandchildren. Giulia and Luigi played an important role in sponsoring numerous family members to immigrate to Canada from Italy. Giulia enjoyed making homemade sausages, gardening, canning, baking, doing word searches, as well as watching game shows and faithfully attending mass every Sunday. She loved cooking Sunday dinners for her family by making her delicious pasta, meatballs and stuffed eggplants. Nothing made Giulia happier than visits with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her father Antonio, mother Concetta, brother Giuliano, twin sisters Margherita and Elena, sister Isabella and grandson Adam. She is survived by her husband Luigi Torchia; daughters Anna (Nito) Scalise and Tina (Stephan) Rebs; granddaughters Mariette Scalise, Julie (Martin) Tuba, Antonietta (Peter) Mercuri, Gina Scalise (Kuda Gwandekwande); grandson Paul Rebs; great-grandchildren Giovanna and Nito Mercuri and Bowen and Paxton Tuba; also survived by her sisters Angela Masi, Mirella Martino and brother Joe (Pina) Mazzei, plus brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. She will also be fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends in both Canada, Italy and Argentina. The family wishes to thank Dr. Weimer for her special care and support. We would also like to thank Dr. Conley, Dr. Scobie, Dr. Casilla and the staff at the Kidney Clinic for their dedicated care and support. Prayers and Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Perpetual Help Parish for the immediate family due to the Covid restrictions. However, we do ask those who knew Giulia to keep her and the family in their prayers and remember her for the great and loving person she was. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Giuliaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honour to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation. We strongly encourage friends and family that cannot attend the service to send condolences, notes and love to the family by visiting www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Arrangements entrusted to Schoening Funeral Home
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? 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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Eric John Wenzel Mr. Eric John Wenzel passed away on May 29, 2020 at the age of 85 in the comfort of his home in Kamloops. Eric is survived by his loving children Karl Wenzel, Marie Cupello, Carol Wenzel, and Connie Whaley. He also leaves behind his grandchildren Anthony Cupello, Angela Cupello and son David, Kristy Whaley, Karri Whaley (Ryan) and sons Nolan and Cooper, and Mike Whaley. Eric was predeceased by his loving wife Jeannette (2015) and sons Mark (2013) and Mike (1993). Eric was a kind and generous soul who had many friends and was much loved. He loved his dog buddies, and their companionship brought him comfort and many smiles. He was well known and respected, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be dearly missed. Due to restrictions Prayers and Mass will be a private family celebration held at St. John Vianney Church. However we ask those who knew Eric to keep him and the family in their thoughts and prayers. We will be having a more public celebration of his life at a later date. Should friends desire, donations to the Heart and Stroke or Kidney Foundations would be appreciated in Ericâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory.
Each Loss Each loss is very diďŹ&#x20AC;erent, The pain is so severe. Will I ever stop missing This one I loved so dear? Good times we had together, The moments that we shared We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to tell each other How much we really cared. I never dreamed youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d go away, Never thought of sorrow. So sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d always be here Took for granted each tomorrow. Now my life is all confused Since you went away. You took a part of me And for help I daily pray. But when God sent you to me He never said that you were mine, That I could keep you always â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Only borrowed for a time. Now, Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called you home, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sad and I shed tears. Yet Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad He loaned you to me And we had these many years.
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May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of despair Walter Werstiuk It is with deep sadness, we announce the death of Walter Werstiuk, who passed away on May 28, 2020 at the Kamloops Hospice Home. Walter was predeceased by his parents, his brother John, his sisters Victoria and Helen and daughter Debbie . Born March 12, 1931 in Ispas, Alberta. Walterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s early education was in a one room school in Brinsly. From there he progressed to Two Hills High School where he graduated at aged 18. He then got a job in a little plant west of Calgary but got laid off within 6 months. He then headed north to Uranium City to a job with Eldorado Mines, working there for five years before going home. One venture was a sand washing screening operation which was sold 5 years later. He then bought a share in the Marble Arch Hotel in downtown Vancouver. It was here that he met and married his wife Joan. The hotel was sold in 1972. About 6 months later with his brothers Steve and Nestor they bought the Village Hotel in Kamloops. Walter become manager and they operated this for nearly 20 years then it was sold. Retirement was the order of the day! There was a big garden, a horse and nine chickens to look after and travelling to do! Shortly after this he was introduced to Larry and Holly Campbell of Buse Creek Ranch and was invited to go riding with them, moving cattle. He enjoyed that so much - so many fireside stories, so many happy memories! At 82 years of age, back and hip problems forced an end to these activities, but he was still able to volunteer with â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Bingoâ&#x20AC;? at the Ukrainian Hall which heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d been doing for 20 years. Walter leaves to cherish his memory, Joan his loving wife of 50 odd years, his two sons Glen (Kate), Craig (Alexa) and daughter Carrie - Ann (Dan), six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, his brothers Steve and Nestor, his sister Olga and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell for his care over the years. Also our thanks to the staff at R.I.H., Ponderosa and especially the Hospice Home. We ask those who knew Walter to keep him and the family in their prayers and thoughts at this time. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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