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SNOW REPORT Sun Peaks Resort Mid-mountain: 86 cm Alpine: 92 cm Harper Mountain Opening Dec. 12
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Some employees at Royal Inland Hospital are frustrated with a lack of parking spaces — a situation that has left staff feeling unfairly targeted amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and calling for a long-term solution to a situation deemed dangerous. According to multiple nurses, who have asked to remain anonymous, staff are having difficulty finding onsite parking as lots reserved for them have waiting lists. Meanwhile, Interior Health has told them they cannot park in the Clinical Services Building parkade fronting Columbia Street as it is reserved for patients and visitors. Staff who do park there are being ticketed despite the lot being not at capacity and parking stalls being offered free of charge during the pandemic. Offsite lot locations, such as in Peterson Creek, have left some employees feeling unsafe making the lengthy walk to and from the hospital in the dark and during inclement weather. A nurse who sent KTW a letter said while parking is free, staff who don’t have passes have nowhere to park that is safely lit and less than a 20-minute walk away. Another nurse told KTW she was ticketed three times in November for parking in the Clinical Services Building’s parkade. She said many of her colleagues have also been ticketed, noting it seems as though enforcement has been
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ramped up in the past few months. She said some staff inevitably have to park there due to a lack of staff passes in approved parking areas. “I think it’s ridiculous. It’s COVID, we’re going into the trenches. Everyone else in the world is celebrating their health-care workers and these guys are charging us 30 bucks a pop,” the nurse said. “The hospital’s so empty. I don’t know why now they’re choosing to come down on staff.” The nurse said she has been on the waiting list for a parking pass for years and has recently borrowed a friend’s to avoid being towed. She said advice from management via email has been to take the bus or carpool to the hospital. “Really? You’re telling us to carpool in the middle of COVID?,” she said. A second nurse told KTW she received a ticket last week for parking in a staff overflow lot — a decision made to avoid what she views as an intimidating walk between RIH and the Peterson Creek lot for which she does have a pass — and where she has observed people camping under the Highway 1 bridge. She said she the overflow lot has decent lighting and a panic button, whereas the Peterson Creek lot is poorly lit with no such emergency button. “I refuse to park there on my day[s] where I have to walk down there in the dark, dark, dark at 7:30 p.m. at night,” she said. See STAFFERS, A6
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In this undated photo, renowned entomologist Jack Gregson is carrying about 60 pounds in his pack as he hikes in the Kamloops region. KAMLOOPS OUTDOOR CLUB PHOTO
THE NAME TRAILS ON Railway expansion closed the short but popular Jack Gregson Trail, but the Gregson monicker will grace another pathway in the city
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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2020 | Volume 33 No. 62
WEATHER
RARE FIND
Sunny High 2 C Low -1 C
Old guitar is worth much more than its owner imagined
SNOW REPORT Sun Peaks Resort Mid-mountain: 86 cm Alpine: 92 cm Harper Mountain Opening Dec. 12
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
HELP KTW HELP OTHERS Read how the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter helps those in need
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RIH staff cite stress of parking problem
• City of Kamloops Annual Calendar with the curbside collection schedule • 2021 Winter Activity Guide
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In this undated photo, renowned entomologist Jack Gregson is carrying about 60 pounds in his pack as he hikes in the Kamloops region. KAMLOOPS OUTDOOR CLUB PHOTO
View the digital files online at Kamloops.ca.
MICHAEL POTESTIO
STAFF REPORTER
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Some employees at Royal Inland Hospital are frustrated with a lack of parking spaces — a situation that has left staff feeling unfairly targeted amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and calling for a long-term solution to a situation deemed dangerous. According to multiple nurses, who have asked to remain anonymous, staff are having difficulty finding onsite parking as lots reserved for them have waiting lists. Meanwhile, Interior Health has told them they cannot park in the Clinical Services Building parkade fronting Columbia Street as it is reserved for patients and visitors. Staff who do park there are being ticketed despite the lot being not at capacity and parking stalls being offered free of charge during the pandemic. Offsite lot locations, such as in Peterson Creek, have left some employees feeling unsafe making the lengthy walk to and from the hospital in the dark and during inclement weather. A nurse who sent KTW a letter said while parking is free, staff who don’t have passes have nowhere to park that is safely lit and less than a 20-minute walk away. Another nurse told KTW she was ticketed three times in November for parking in the Clinical Services Building’s parkade. She said many of her colleagues have also been ticketed, noting it seems as though enforcement has been
ramped up in the past few months. She said some staff inevitably have to park there due to a lack of staff passes in approved parking areas. “I think it’s ridiculous. It’s COVID, we’re going into the trenches. Everyone else in the world is celebrating their health-care workers and these guys are charging us 30 bucks a pop,” the nurse said. “The hospital’s so empty. I don’t know why now they’re choosing to come down on staff.” The nurse said she has been on the waiting list for a parking pass for years and has recently borrowed a friend’s to avoid being towed. She said advice from management via email has been to take the bus or carpool to the hospital. “Really? You’re telling us to carpool in the middle of COVID?,” she said. er 8, 2020 A second nurse told KTW she , Decemb hone - 10:00 am ay sd e Tu : /P on Registrati Online - 6:30 am | In Person received a ticket last week for parking in a staff overflow lot — a decision made to avoid what she views as an intimidating walk between RIH and the Peterson Creek lot for which she does have a pass — and where she has observed people camping under the Highway 1 bridge. She said she the overflow lot has decent lighting and a panic button, whereas the Peterson Creek lot is poorCusuch ly lit with no rbsidemergency e Collec button. onday[s] expansion closed the short but popular Jack Gregson Trail, Schedule Railway “I refuse to park there on ti my Inside | Ka mloops.ca where I have to walk down there in the but the Gregson monicker will grace another pathway in the city Ph oto sub mi tte d by Ya nin a Ya ret z dark, dark, dark at 7:30 p.m. at night,” she said.
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BE WASTE WISE IN 2021 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF THIS YEAR’S CALENDAR PHOTO COMPETITION! • • • • •
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Thank you to everyone who submitted their photographs for selection. We received over 360 photo submissions and had the difficult task of selecting only 13 photos. Due to the incredible quality of submissions this year, later this month, we will be publishing a video featuring many of the honourable mentions. Additional copies of the 2021 City Calendar may be obtained as of December 7 at the following locations (while supplies last), and the calendar can be viewed online at Kamloops.ca/Calendar.
2021 SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SCHEDULE
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WINTER 2021 ACTIVITY GUIDE
Council Calendar Public and media attendance via Zoom only until further notice
The Activity Guide is published three times per year and offers a wide range of courses and programs for people of all ages and abilities.
December 8, 2020 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street
Your copy of the 2021 Winter Activity Guide is in today's paper. Don't miss it!
December 10, 2020 9:00 am - Community Services Committee Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street
REGISTRATION STARTS ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8: 6:30 am - online 10:00 am - phone or in person
December 14, 2020 1:30 pm - Civic Operations Committee Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street
WAYS TO REGISTER: • Go online - to register online, visit Kamloops.ca/PerfectMind. You will need to set up a PerfectMind account before you can register.
December 15, 2020 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting 7:00 pm - Public Hearing Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street
• Call us - call our Customer Relations Representatives at 250-828-3500. Please note that due to COVID-19, programs and courses listed at the time of print may be cancelled or adjusted in accordance to recommendations set out by the Government of Canada, the Province of BC, viaSport, and the BC Parks and Recreation Association.
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Dog Licence Renewals 2021 dog licence renewals were sent in early November. Renewals are due on December 30, 2020. As per Bylaw No. 34-11, all dogs six months or older within city limits require a licence. Renew your dog licence at Bylaw Services, City Hall, or online. For details, visit: Kamloops.ca/Dogs
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GIVE LESS WASTE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON The holidays can generate an extraordinary amount of waste. Gift giving, decorations, cards, wrapping paper, and more—it all adds up. There are many ways you can reduce waste, including the following: • Give experiences and wellness instead of "stuff". Memories last much longer than things. • Plan meals to avoid food waste. Freeze leftovers to make dishes such as stew and turkey soup. • Send love in an email instead of a card, reuse cards from prior years as gift tags, or send the same card back to the original sender and turn it into a fun tradition. • Wrap wisely and use reusable bags or cloth to wrap gifts instead of paper. For more seasonal waste reduction tips, visit: Kamloops.ca/WasteReduction
WINTER IS COMING…
RENOVATE SMART
And so is the snow! Help us clear the way this winter by removing obstructions on streets such as hockey nets, basketball hoops, overhanging branches, and parked cars.
Are you planning a home renovation? Renovate Smart Kamloops is a program designed to help homeowners get the most out of their home renovations. Learn how to increase your home’s energy performance and about the incentives that may be available to you.
HERE ARE A FEW SNOW CLEARING TIPS: • When shovelling your driveway, shovel the snow to the right (when facing the road). This will minimize your windrow size by preventing the plow from dragging snow back across your driveway. • Store your shovelled snow close to your house. This prevents shovelled snow from ending up on the roadway or curb and allows for more snow storage later in the season. • DO NOT shovel snow onto the roadway or the curb. Ice builds up, which creates a driving hazard. Placing snow on the travel portion of the roadway contravenes the Road Right-of-Way Usage Bylaw and may result in a fine. To learn more, visit: Kamloops.ca/Snow
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HOME ENERGY CONSULTATION Kamloops homeowners planning to renovate their homes are eligible for a free, one-on-one consultation with the City’s Community Energy Specialist.
HOME ENERGY PERFORMANCE AND CARBON ACCOUNTING WORKSHOPS These free virtual workshops will outline how you can improve your home's energy performance, reduce household energy costs, increase comfort, and reduce carbon emissions. Upcoming Workshops: Home Energy Performance - December 8, 5:00 pm To learn more, sign up for a consultation, or RSVP to a workshop, visit: Kamloops.ca/RenovateSmart
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While the local charities and nonprofits that are funded by the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund change every two years, there is one organization that remains on the list in perpetuity. It is the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter and its status as a legacy charity is at the request of Gregg Drinnan, the man who created the fund at the Kamloops Daily News before that newspaper closed in 2014 and the endeavour was picked up by Kamloops This Week. Like most other local non-profits in 2020, the emergency shelter has had a challenging year due to the pandemic. In order to follow the province’s physical-distancing guidelines, shelter staff were forced to reduce the number of people who stayed in their facility. Thankfully, they were able to maintain their total capacity by find-
ing other sites within the community to host families. Shelter staff have seen an increase in the number of women and children’s being supported, particularly since July. “With any crisis situation, there is an increase in a need of service for women experiencing violence,” said Michele Walker, general manager of violence against women intervention and support services at the Kamloops Community YMCA-YWCA. She called this increase in violence the shadow side of the pandemic, as it often remains unseen. Walker said that the shelter appreciates the money that comes from the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund as it arrives without any restrictions on its use, which means funds can be directed to wherever they are most needed in a given year. One area they had to focus on earlier this year was in setting up families with tablets and cellphones during the time when the pandemic had school buildings closed and stu-
dents learning remotely, as many of the families in the shelter didn’t have access to that technology. “Being able to respond quickly to people’s needs is really fantastic for us to be able to do,” Walker said, which is exactly what the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund donations allows. Walker expressed gratitude for the generosity of the Kamloops community, which has helped them to keep their operations running for years, and explained how when talking to service providers in other communities, people are always amazed at how supportive Kamloops is. Walker expects this KTW Christmas Cheer Fund season to be no different. “My instinct is telling me that supporting Christmas Cheer won’t be any less successful than it has been in other years,” she said.” For more information on the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, go online to kamloopsy.org and click on the Women’s Safety tab.
Charities being supported this year: Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Kamloops Brain Injury Association, Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism, Kamloops Therapeutic Association and New Beginnings Stroke Recovery. To donate, go online to kamloops thisweek.com/cheer. Donations are accepted online thanks to the generous partnership of the United Way Thompson Nicola Cariboo, which will also administer tax receipts to all donors.
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The nurse noted Interior Health had issued a warning that staff who park in prohibited areas will be ticketed. But, she explained, staff often find themselves with no other options. The nurse claimed management informed staff that Impark — the company hired to manage the parkade — would be tracking staff vehicles and informing the health authority, leading to repercussions with human resources for staff with a history of unpaid parking tickets. She said staff have also been advised to park in the 700-block of Columbia Street and beyond, where there is no time limit on parking, but contends that only takes parking away from others in the downtown area. Parking has been an issue at RIH for years, she said, but free parking during the pandemic has made the situation worse because staff are being monitored. “Before, when it was pay parking, staff didn’t mind paying. Most people would come in and they’d pay and they’d never get flagged,” she said. In an email response to questions from KTW, Interior Heath said Impark monitors vehicles
parking in the Clinical Services Building regularly, noting staff are being ticketed to ensure patients coming to RIH have access to stalls. Nurses to whom KTW spoke said staff don’t want to take away from patient and visitor parking, nor do they want free parking. Both nurses and others KTW spoke with have suggested Interior Health procure an offsite parking lot with a shuttle bus service to and from the hospital. According to the health authority, there are three offsite staff parking areas, while the patient-care tower construction project will create about 100 net new stalls. “We know there are parking challenges at RIH and Interior Health is exploring future options to increase the number of parking stalls,” Interior Health stated in its email. The health authority also pointed out it has a safe walk program, with a security guard for those with passes to the Peterson Creek lot, and that all employees are eligible for after hours/weekend parking passes to onsite lots in dedicated areas. The nurse who has a pass to the Peterson Creek parking lot
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A Kamloops man spent the weekend in jail after refusing to wear a mask into the city’s courthouse. Shane Mark Mulholland was slated to stand trial on Friday, Nov. 27, in Kamloops provincial court on one count of breach of probation. But the 44-year-old refused to wear a mask, court heard, and was
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t is past time the federal government decriminalizes simple possession of hard drugs like cocaine and heroin and, in doing so, begins saving lives. The fact that Kamloops council members support such a move — via their opinion, though not by official motion — is adding to the snowball of support for decriminalization. That support crosses all sorts of societal lines, from Vancouver council to the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Chiefs to Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and many diverse organizations and individuals in between. The so-called decades-long war on drugs has never worked and has only served to criminalize and marginalize people. Today, that approach is only serving to add to the dreadful body count in the ongoing opioid overdose crisis that was declared a public health emergency in April 2016. More than four years later, the number of casualties have never been higher as Kamloops and B.C. will end the year with record rates of overdose deaths. It is inexcusable that the federal Liberal government cannot see the emergency that exists and refuses to act on decriminalization recommendations from the experts. While addiction is a health issue, it should be recognized also that even recreational drug use should not be criminalized. By decriminalizing simple possession of the harder drugs, we would be taking a step in removing the stigma associated with such use. That measure, coupled with a government-controlled, safe supply of narcotics, should be instrumental in reducing the number of overdose deaths due to heartless dealers cutting their product with deadly fentanyl, all in the name of the almighty dollar. Now is the time for the federal government to do the right thing — decriminalize simple possession and, in the process, save lives.
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now has arrived and along our streets, an array of coloured lights and decorations are on display. COVID-19 has been a thorn in all of our sides for the past 10 months. Through it all, our teachers and administrators have shown remarkable resiliency and adaptability to ensure schools continue special annual traditions, making sure children experience all the joys and excitement of the upcoming festive season as we move forward into what is now being called “the new norm.” As a retired teacher, I remember how the weeks leading up to Christmas were always one of my favourite times of the year. In social studies, the study of early Greek civilizations was tabled as we shifted our focus and looked in-depth at how countries celebrated this festive time of the year. Math books were shelved and calculators made way for pencils, rulers, scissors and glue as the classroom walls and windows were quickly covered by Christmas- and winterthemed art projects. As for the language arts program, who can overlook the letter-writing skills children learned as they wrote those all-important letters to Santa Claus? And the hallways were alive
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with music as children learned the songs they would sing at the annual Christmas concert. Not so much has changed. All of these traditions continue to this day — even with a global pandemic looming in the back of everyone’s minds. Thankfully, the lead up to the big event will not see much of a difference from past years. The excitement is still there as children practise the songs they will sing or the short plays they will perform. But there is one thing that has changed — and that is how all of us will enjoy each of those highly anticipated Christmas concerts. During this infamous year, what will be different is the way schools will present their final performances and how family members will get to watch them. COVID-19 has definitely had an impact in this regard as it
has changed the phrase “public performance” to “virtual performance.” I ask you, however, when you step back and look at the big picture, is that such a bad thing? Sure, we won’t be gathering in an overcrowded gymnasium on the night of the big performance with the hopes there are still seats available when we arrive. Nor will we have to worry about finding a parking spot close to the school. But maybe this year you’ll be able to share the Christmas concert with family around the world via Zoom. And when you stop to think about it, enjoying your child’s virtual Christmas concert in the comfort of your home with family from near and far, while enjoying a hot chocolate with whipped cream and sprinkles, maybe won’t be so bad after all. On behalf of the KamloopsThompson school district board of trustees, we wish all of you a safe and enjoyable holiday season and a happy new year. Joe Small is a KamloopsThompson school trustee. His email is jsmall@sd73.bc.ca. To comment on this column, email editor@kamloops thisweek.com. SD73 columns appear monthly in the print edition of KTW and online at kamloopsthisweek.com.
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THIEVES NEED THE WOODSHED, NOT MORE EXCUSES Editor: Now, let me get this straight. You see, I am an old-timer who needs help to understand the rules of today’s world. For example, is it really OK that I can break into your home and take what I want without permission and consequences, if said theft is less than $5,000? I was raised by two wonderful parents, who always warned — if you steal, you pay, at the woodshed. I have recently written by hand to all of the powers that be that I could think of because my loss from a July 27 break-in was $275. You see, I am an old-timer and, to me, $275 is a lot of money. A lot. The replies I received seem to indicate that these poor, down on their luck break, enter and steal individuals are struggling to feed their chosen habit while in need of treatment to help them back to a healthy, stable lifestyle. Is theft no longer a crime in today’s world? Two hundred and seventy-five dollars, to me, is a lot of money. A lot. Grace Guevin Kamloops
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NATIONAL APPROACH NEEDED Editor: Why is Canada still attempting to deal with a worldwide pandemic at community levels? I can remember not so many months ago when it was announced that the entire country had only two COVID-19 cases and no lives lost. Citizens of the world are currently attempting to survive the COVID-19 pandemic that can kill or severely alter lives. Presently, there is no cure and its affects can be felt in various ways with different people of all races and age. There are still many unknowns with this disease. If a potential vaccine becomes available for use, we still have to consider the unknowns and long-term outcomes. In Canada, we continue to throw bil-
lions of dollars at the problem, while at the same time we are attempting to rely on a patchwork of responses and procedures that amounts to an honour system approach across the country. The supposed solutions to dealing with this pandemic are being left up to differing decisions made province by province, region by region, municipality by municipality, business by business and person by person. COVID-19 is a worldwide pandemic that requires a national strategy, not a collection of ideas that some utilize, while others do not. We are informed repeatedly by our supposed leaders that we are all in this together. If so, why are we not moving forward together to try to deal with this pandemic with a clear national response that involves every one of us?
Our leaders speak about a balanced approach. What balance? Currently, if we do not do the right things, we could put ourselves and others at risk. COVID-19 will tip the scale every time we ignore its presence. It knows no boundaries. Are national, provincial and municipal politicians and their administrations more concerned about the health and lives of Canadian citizens or the economy? Those who refer to themselves as our leaders need to get their heads together on a common approach to deal with this pandemic that affects everyone, regardless of who we are or where we live.
PERHAPS PAPER SHOULD BE OUR BAG AGAIN Editor: With this letter are two photos of a manydecades-old Coopers Kamloops paper shopping bag and the words that appeared on both the front and back. The message on the back gave an initiative to reuse their paper shopping bags for a five-cent refund. What a great idea. Perhaps looking back at that initiative, the world should have paid heed to the message below: Paper Is Our Bag. If so, the world and environment may not have had the plastic bags issues we are stuck with today. Les Evens Kamloops
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More education on masks, access to lockers and less crowding around exits after school are what Kamloops-Thompson secondary students would like to see change under COVID-19 protocols in schools. South Kamloops secondary Grade 11 student Thea Wells and Grade 12 student Hayden Koppes are two of 20 teens between Grades 9 to 12 across the district who sit on the District Student Advisory Council this year. Koppes is also on the Principal’s Council at SKSS. During Monday’s (Nov. 23)
school board meeting via Zoom, the pair shared information they have received from their fellow students through these councils regarding what is working well and what is on their wish list for COVID-19 regulations. Students want access to lockers again as there is a need to store winter coats and boots this time of year, Wells told trustees. Another issue raised is the amount of crowding taking place around main exits after school. “Kids are waiting for the bus and waiting to be picked up [by other means] and it starts to crowd in a bit while trying to practise physically distancing and staying in our cohorts,” Wells said. However the biggest issue is the
need to educate students more on the importance of wearing their masks, she said. “Whether that would be how to properly wear them again — some students don’t cover their nose with their mask, which makes them, of course, not super effective,” Wells said. “It is really hard for some to see how a simple piece of cloth can do so much to deter the spread of COVID. Maybe providing some statistics or some numbers along with those would be beneficial.” The enforcement of mask use, however, has been a strength in schools. “Students are provided with disposable masks in the hallways if they forget their mask and there
are people in the hallways encouraging us to wear our mask at all times unless we are eating,”Koppes said. “It has been very friendly and well done.” Other positives include the availability of hand sanitizer and the consistent cleaning of tabletops and Chromebook laptops. “Every time you’re entering a class or need to go somewhere, any hallways, there’s always been hand sanitizer,” Koppes said. Trustee Kathleen Karpuk said she was glad to hear the issue around lockers was brought up because she has been heard the same concern from parents. Trustees did not say whether the issues raised would be looked into further.
Schools across the district and the province opened for the 20202021 school year in mid-September with pandemic protocols in place. Students have been placed in cohorts under a quarterly semester system and must adhere to rules such as wearing masks while in common areas, but not in class. Locker use has also been axed. The purpose of the district advisory council is to provide to the board and to administration the students’ voice on matters of mutual importance, tasked with leading conversations in their respective school-based leadership groups and then bringing what they have learned back to the council for discussion.
Kamloops-Thompson school board approves fees to help fund new schools MICHAEL POTESTIO
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The KamloopsThompson school board has unanimously approved implementing school site acquisition charges. Trustees approved the resolution following a two-
week public input period. The fee will be applied to new developments in Kamloops. It will be collected by the municipality and forwarded to the school district. School site acquisition charges act as partial payment of new school sites required as a result of resi-
dential development. The board was told school districts in B.C. must have school site acquisition charges in place to receive capital funding from the Ministry of Education for the purchase of school sites. Kamloops is the only jurisdiction in the KamloopsThompson school district
that will require new school sites in the next decade. Developments in Barriere, Clearwater, Logan Lake, Chase, Westwold, Savona and Sun Peaks are not included. In Kamloops, two schools are eyed for Aberdeen in the next 10 years: a secondary school site a minimum
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When Renee Latheur decided to take an old guitar into Lee’s Music in Kamloops, she didn’t expect the instrument that had sat in a closet for years to be worth thousands of dollars. “It’s in a ratty old guitar case,” Latheur said. “But I remember my aunt saying, ‘I don’t know what to do with this when I pass away.’” Sherrie Favell died in March, leaving Latheur wondering about the instrument and its connection to the woman she loved as an aunt, even though they were not biologically related. It wasn’t until Latheur recently walked into the music store and saw the owner Mike Miltimore’s eyes sparkle at the sight of the case that she began to learn more about the guitar and its value to Favell’s father, who bought it nearly 65 years ago. Miltimore said the worn tweed and leather case was a telltale sign that it may contain a unique instrument. When he opened the case, he saw a Gretsch from the 1950s, featuring a big brass buckle on the top and a leather studded belt around the outside. “It’s a played instrument, you know. It’s been loved. If it could talk, it would tell probably about hundreds of concerts played
throughout its life,” Miltimore said. He said his research from the serial number revealed the electric Gretsch, or Roundup 6130, was made in 1955 and similar to the instrument later played by country legend Chet Atkins. “It’s a hollow-bodied guitar and a lot of companies were doing solid bodies at that time,” Miltimore said, adding a hollow instrument was used for the country style of picking that Atkins popularized. The guitar Latheur thought may be worth $200 is actually valued at between $12,000 and $26,000, Miltimore said, noting about 400 of the instruments were made in the 1950s. “I was blown away,” Latheur said. She recently learned her aunt treasured the mahogany guitar that kept her connected to her father, Roy Favell, who played his beloved instrument in a band called McKinna Gold. “He caught his hand in a planer at a mill in Salmon Arm and he actually had to retrain to play the guitar,” Latheur said. Favell lost his thumb at age 21, but still managed to perform with it. However, Favell inexplicably sold his guitar at a pawnshop. It was later rescued by Sherrie Favell and her mother, Latheur said. Sherrie bought it back again
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when it was hocked a second time, Latheur said, and she kept it after her father died about 20 years ago. Sherrie sometimes played the Credence Clearwater tune Bad Moon Rising on the guitar, but her prized possession spent much of its time hidden away, Latheur said. Miltimore said once the family decided to sell the guitar, he took it in on consignment and has already had multiple offers — not all of them in cash. “There’s one that is from a famous musician who wants to trade a private concert and memorabilia for it,” Miltimore told KTW. Miltimore was mum on the identity of the artist in question, but is excited about the idea. “As a musician, I’m like, that’s so cool!” he said. With more attention than usual over the story of the guitar’s discovery, Miltimore said he’s been receiving photos from all over Canada of vintage guitars that might be the next big find. Asked what someone should do if they think their old axe might be worth something, Miltimore encouraged locals to stop by Lee’s Music for a chat, while recommending others peruse auction and used goods sites like eBay and Kijiji to determine their guitar’s value. — with files from Canadian Press
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A Lytton man accused of intentionally sparking a 2014 wildfire has been found not guilty after a B.C. Supreme Court justice ruled there was “very little” evidence linking him to the blaze. Percival Williams stood trial in early November on a charge of arson, stemming from the 1,500-hectare Botanie Creek Fire, which destroyed two structures and forced dozens of Lytton-area residents to flee their homes. The fire started on July 15, 2014, and was soon after labelled suspicious in nature. BC Wildfire Service investigator Steven Richburg testified for the Crown and said he ruled out natural causes, like lightning, and accidental causes, such as a discarded cigarette. Williams was one of several people in the area when the fire began, driving a pilot truck on Botanie Creek Road. A group of First Nations protestors opposed to logging in the area had set up a roadblock nearby. Five months after the fire, Williams
became a suspect when his ex-girlfriend, Sheila Murphy, told police he confessed to her. Murphy said Williams sent her a text message claiming to have started the blaze. But the alleged text message was not entered into evidence at trial. Murphy told court she deleted it not long after it was sent and the two never discussed it any further. In her decision on Monday, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Amy Francis said she did not believe the text was ever sent. “Ms. Murphy’s evidence about the text is improbable,” Francis said. “It is very unlikely, whether or not they were romantically involved, that Mr. Williams would send a text saying he started the fire and then they would never speak of it again.” Under cross-examination from defence lawyer Jay Michi, Murphy admitted she was bound by a courtimposed no-contact order with Williams in 2014. That order followed an incident in which Murphy threw gasoline on Williams. Francis ruled Murphy’s statement to police was meant to exact revenge.
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A Kamloops-area man charged with murder in connection with a 2019 shooting in Cache Creek has been ordered to stand trial in B.C. Supreme Court. Corey Harkness, 33, is facing one count of seconddegree murder stemming from an incident inside a Cache Creek home that left a 33-year-old man dead. Harkness was arrested days after Brock Ledoux was shot to death on Jan. 14, 2019. Ledoux had been released from custody a short time before the shooting. Following a four-day preliminary inquiry this week in Kamloops provincial court, Harkness was ordered to stand trial. Preliminary inquiries are hearings at which prosecutors present a boiled-down version of their case to a provincial court judge, who then decides whether there is enough evidence for trial. Evidence heard at the preliminary inquiry is protected by a court-ordered ban on publication. Harkness, who is free on bail, is slated to make his first appearance in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops on Dec. 14. A trial date has not yet been set.
“She was upset about Mr. Williams breaking up with her and she wanted
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Kamloops’ mayor and city councillors support decriminalizing possession of small amounts of illicit drugs. However, they will not yet commit to bringing forward a motion similar to that which passed this week at Vancouver city council, requesting the federal government to do so. On Wednesday (Nov. 25), Vancouver council voted unanimously to support Mayor Kennedy Stewart’s motion, which calls on the federal government to decriminalize simple possession of illicit drugs via an exemption from the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Stewart said of his motion that it’s time to develop a “health-focused” approach to substance use and end stigma against drug users. The decision means city staff will write to the federal ministers of health and justice. The Vancouver council motion came as the B.C. Coroners Service issued stark new numbers on the opioid crisis, including statistics that show the worst year on record in Kamloops for overdose deaths. Through October — and with two months worth of data left in the year — 50 people have died by overdose in Kamloops, compared to 25 people in 2019. Kamloops Mayor Ken Christian called the numbers “appalling.” “Beyond those numbers, you have to look at the person years of life lost and the potential that is being lost to the contaminated drug supply that people are addicted to,” Christian said. “The approach we have used has obviously not worked and I think the pandemic has just amplified how much it isn’t working. We see the plight of individuals on the streets of Kamloops and all over British Columbia in major urban centres and it’s just unacceptable.” In early October, KTW spoke to people in the community who
work in the social services field about ways in which to reduce the number of overdose deaths. Decriminalization came up repeatedly. Christian said he supports decriminalization, noting it is not a good use of police time to go after those addicted to opioids, which he called a health issue. He said dealers and producers must be targeted. To that end, Coun. Bill Sarai said he would like to see stricter enforcement for drug dealers who put illicit drugs on the street. He suggested eliminating penalties for possession of small amounts, while simultaneously increasing penalties for those caught dealing. Christian said decriminalization is a first step, but needs to be followed by detox, treatment, support and rehabilitation. “Those are the things that will save lives and get people out of this cycle of addiction,” he said. “That’s the important part to me.” Coun. Mike O’Reilly said he supports the idea of decriminalization at a high level, but worries about health-care funding. He said the intention of decriminalization is to move people out of the criminal justice system and into the health-care system. “From what I have seen throughout Kamloops, throughout Interior Health, our healthcare system is not ready and cannot help these people,” O’Reilly said. Coun. Dale Bass said that, as a reporter, she covered the devastation the overdose crisis has brought on families. “It never goes away,” she said. “We have to do something to stop this. If it takes that, then that’s what we have to do. It just has to stop.” Coun. Denis Walsh said the war on drugs has been a “disaster,” arguing decriminalization would save taxpayer dollars spent on the RCMP, which is the city’s largest expense. “These are personal issues. They’re health issues, they’re addiction issues,” Walsh said.
However, despite indicating support for the idea of decriminalization, no council member would go so far as to say they would bring forward a motion similar to that passed in Vancouver, specifically requesting from the federal government an exemption to the Criminal Code. Christian said a motion is not needed and that he supports Mayor Stewart’s initiative. He said it is also supported by the Mayors’ Caucus, police chiefs and health authorities. He said it is a matter of lobbying the federal government. To that end, Christian said he has publicly advocated for decriminalization for the past six months. Asked if it would hurt to add Kamloops’ name to the request for decriminalization by way of a motion, Christian said: “I think the fact that virtually everybody in elected positions in British Columbia are going to support that initiative and the police are supporting the initiative and the health officers are supporting the initiative should speak louder to the federal government than individual resolutions.” Christian said it is up to city council if it wants to put forward a resolution, adding that what is more important to him is the concept and whether it is good public policy. “I believe it is,” he said. Bass said she expects someone on council will put forward a motion, but noted she still needs to discuss the issue with council colleagues. “Maybe we have to start doing more than putting a bunch of words on a piece of paper and voting on it,” Bass said. Though she supports decriminalization, Coun. Kathy Sinclair said she would not be bringing forward a motion at this time because it is a federal decision. “The province of B.C. has not been able to influence the feds on this,” Sinclair said in an email to KTW. — With files from Canadian Press
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A sizeable injection of federal cash will go to local non-profits helping the homeless amid the COVID-19 pandemic. City of Kamloops social and community development supervisor Ty Helgason said the federal government, through its Reaching Home homelessness strategy, is providing an additional $900,000 to be administered to community groups in Kamloops. Funds were handed out in the spring to address immediate impacts of the pandemic.
Helgason explained the funding amount is sizeable, about the same as the federal government would provide on an annual basis, effectively doubling this year’s federal funding to local agencies. About a third of the money is specifically earmarked for Indigenous homelessness issues. “I think this will help us in terms of getting through the COVID-19 pandemic without anyone having to experience homelessness or having to spend a night unsheltered, as a result of the pandemic,” Helgason told KTW. “But it will also help us just
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A Tk’emlups te Secwépemc byelection, scheduled for this past weekend, has been postponed. Chief Rosanne Casimir said that due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, the band council has approved the byelection deferral until further notice. She said the band is working with
“Having affordable housing for single mothers is in such high demand, especially women who are just getting their lives back together and might be new in employment, might be having that extra steps, graduating from a second stage housing program into this affordable housing,” Schwarz said. “There’s no way, the women we work with, there’s not the opportunity to move from second stage housing into market suites because the market is just so high.” The new townhouses will be affordable, subsidized by BC Housing. Uniquely, the development will consist of two- and three-bedroom townhouses, some of which will include outdoor space so families can have a pet. Schwarz said pet-friendly accommodations are difficult to find. Offering that opportunity will allow the rentals to become home.
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The fate of a former New Zealand politician accused of murdering his wife while on vacation in B.C. more than a decade ago could be decided once and for all by Canada’s highest court. Peter Beckett has stood trial twice for murder in connection with the death of his wife, Laura Letts-Beckett — once in Kamloops and again in Kelowna. The first trial ended with a hung jury after jurors remained deadlocked following more than a week of deliberation; the second trial resulted in a first-degree murder conviction, which was successfully appealed by Beckett on a number of grounds. On Monday, prosecutors made public their intention to appeal Beckett’s overturned conviction to the Supreme Court of Canada. Letts-Beckett drowned on Aug. 18, 2010, in Upper Arrow Lake, near Revelstoke. The couple lived in Westlock, Alta., and was in B.C. on vacation. Court has heard LettsBeckett went into the water while the couple was boating. No physical evidence exists suggesting Beckett caused her to enter the water. The Crown has relied heavily on post-offence
conduct — actions undertaken by Beckett in the days, weeks and months after his wife’s death. Beckett, who has been in custody since his arrest in August of 2011, appealed his conviction successfully on the grounds that the Kelowna trial judge erred in instructing jurors and that prosecutors made improper submissions to the jury. A three-judge B.C. Court of Appeal panel released its decision in Beckett’s favour in September, calling the Crown case weak and suggesting in no uncertain terms that prosecutors think twice about running a third trial. “In these circumstances, a very real question arises as to whether it is in the interests of justice to proceed with yet a third trial,” B.C. Court of Appeal Justice Laurie Ann Fenlon wrote on behalf of the panel. “That decision, however, ultimately lies with the Crown.” The B.C. Court of Appeal is the province’s highest level of court. During a brief hearing in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops on Monday, defence lawyer Marilyn Sanford said she was “surprised” to hear the Crown was seeking leave to appeal to Canada’s highest court. “We had been deferring applying for bail in
hopes that this sad saga would come to an end today,” she said. “We’re very surprised to hear that the [Crown counsel] appeals department — notwithstanding that there were several grounds of appeal the court found meritorious — has chosen to seek leave, which is, of course, their right.” The decision by Crown to appeal makes any talk of a potential third trial moot for now. The Crown will file an application for leave to appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada, then Beckett will file a response. After that, the high court will determine whether to hear the appeal. If it does not, the matter will return to B.C. Supreme Court and prosecutors will decide whether to run a third trial.
Beckett moved from New Zealand, where he was a councillor in the city of Napier, to Canada in 2000 to live with LettsBeckett. The two met five years earlier while LettsBeckett, a schoolteacher in Westlock, Alta., toured New Zealand. On the evening of Letts’ death, she and Beckett were riding in their Zodiac on Upper Arrow Lake. Letts, who was not a strong swimmer, drowned in the lake. No one witnessed the incident. Through both trials, prosecutors contended Beckett killed Letts out of greed, hoping to cash in on life insurance payouts and her teachers’ pension. Beckett has steadfastly maintained his innocence throughout, claiming Letts simply fell off the boat and drowned before he could save her.
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With donations still coming in, exact figures aren’t expected for another couple of weeks, but funds raised are about $10,000 more than last year, now in the high-$90,000 range. Even with limited opportunities to take
donations for poppies, the Kamloops Legion’s poppy and wreath campaign raised even more money than it did last year. Kamloops Legion president Daniel Martin said he thinks the bump came due to the COVID-19 pandemic as people realized the need and donations poured in.
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“People realized that lots of Legions needed funds this year and they know that veterans are needing this year because they can’t go anywhere. They’re stuck in their house,” he said. With donations still coming in, exact figures aren’t expected for another couple of weeks, but Martin estimated the funds raised are about $10,000 more than last year, now in the high-$90,000 range. “The Kamloops community has shown its overwhelming support for veterans through generosity and spirit,” Martin wrote in a letter thanking the community. Overall, Martin estimated sales at the Kamloops Legion are down about 30 per cent so far this year, due in part to mandated closures, but also from limited attendance due to the pandemic. “It is a safe environment, but most [veterans] stay home because of COVID,” he said. “And the case numbers keep climbing,
so that doesn’t help, either.” Legions across Canada have been struggling to survive through the pandemic, leading to the national headquarters, known as Dominion Command, seeking additional funding from the federal government. As a result, the Royal Canadian Legion will receive $14 million in federal funding as part of an aid package designed to support veteran organizations. It’s not known, how-
ever, when those funds will arrive. In the interim, veterans programs have continued uninterrupted, even when the Legion was closed. “There’s always veterans in need,” Martin said. Donations to the Kamloops Legion can be dropped off at 425 Lansdowne St. D Donations can be earmarked to go directly to veterans programs or to support Legion operating expenses.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 3:00 PM Friday December 7, 2020 What is Temporary Use Permit Bylaw No. 0164, 2020? Bylaw No. 0164 is to issue a Temporary Use Permit to allow tourist accommodation use (shortterm/nightly rental) in 1 bedroom of the auxiliary suite at 2545 Mountain View Drive (legally described as Lot 12, District Lot 6451, KDYD, Plan KAP76953), as shown outlined in bold on the adjacent map. The specific conditions are stipulated in the proposed permit, which form part of Bylaw 0164. All persons who believe that their interest in property may be affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing. Additionally, they may make written submissions on the matter of this Bylaw (via any of the below options) which must be received at our office prior to 4:00 p.m. on the 3rd day of December, 2020. The entire content of all submissions will be made public and form a part of the public record on this matter.
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Retail transmission not common in B.C. went into work,” she said. Health Minister Adrian Dix reiterated the need for employees to be extra vigilant in workplace lunchrooms and other common areas. On the vaccine front, Henry said safety of the product is paramount, but expects to see vaccines available in B.C. in early 2021. She said work is ongoing with a provincial immunization committee to determine which populations of B.C. should be given priority when vaccination becomes available. “But they will align with the agreeupon principles and with the agreedupon priority groups that the national advisory committee has put out in Canada,” Henry said, noting she meets with her peers from across the country on a regular basis to discuss this issue.
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Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said health officials are not seeing many COVID-19 transmissions in workplaces — such as offices, stores and restaurants — where customers interact with employees. “So people can feel safe going into a retail space or office to get services,” Henry said. “We have not seem worker to public transmission very frequently.” Henry said clusters of cases have been seen in car dealerships, construction sites, poultry plants and light industrial sites. “There’s been quite lot from places you wouldn’t expect and there has been a spill-on effect from many of the social gatherings, where there was transmission, then somebody
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Dr. Bonnie Henry said those who contract COVID-19 need to be supported, not stigmatized. “People are afraid to tell people that they have COVID and that they might be a risk and that’s where public health
comes in,” the provincial health officer said. “This is, unfortunately, something we’ve seen with every infectious disease that comes around, especially when we see it being labelled with a certain group, for example, as we did early on with this virus,” Henry said.
Henry said contact tracers have seen people stigmatized in schools, in workplaces and in some communities. “It’s sad,” she said. “And it’s harmful. And it’s hurtful.” Henry said those exposed to or afflicted with COVID-19 can call 811 to find support.
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After days of confusion following the announcement of an unprecedented list of provincial health orders, owners of Kamloops businesses ordered to shutter are looking for clarity from Victoria. “No one really knows what’s going on,” said Keri Lewis, co-owner of Freeze Athletics, a cheer facility on Laval Crescent in Southgate. “It’s just kind of been very confusing. I think that would be the main word to describe the last few days.” Businesses running cheer, dance and other group fitness activities were told on Nov. 19 they could continue operations despite sweeping new orders unveiled by Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. The orders put strict rules on social gatherings, recommended limiting travel and required spin and hot yoga studios to suspend operations until at least Dec. 7, due to rising COVID-19 case counts. Five days later, on Nov. 24, those businesses were told they, too, had to close — albeit temporarily — while provincial health officials craft guidelines to curb spread of the novel coronavirus. “We’re hoping it’s just for a few days and then we will get clarification from the government,” Lewis said. “We’ve always had the safety of our kids as a No. 1 priority at all times and
we’re happy to do whatever we have to to do that, but we want to get the kids back in the gym — especially right now, when there’s not much for kids to look forward to. We need clarity.” Krista Faraday owns Academy of Dance, a studio on Camosun Crescent in Southgate that offers programming to 500 children. Her business closed in March before re-opening in June with limited capacity and pandemic precautions in place. Faraday said when the Nov. 19 health order was issued, her studio carried on and was still able to run. “Classes ran as normal on Friday, Saturday and Monday. Then I woke up on Tuesday morning (Nov. 24) to my phone going like crazy. People had looked it up themselves and seen there’d been an update and, basically, the rest of the group fitness sector was ordered to close.” Like Lewis, Faraday said the lack of communication and clarity has been incredibly frustrating. “We now are not aware of when we’ll be allowed to reopen or how we’ll be allowed to reopen,” she said. “There is no clear guidelines and no communication.” While cheer gyms and dance studios are closed, some other indoor group activities remain operational. The Jump 360 trampoline park in Sahali Mall is still open, with a 50-person capacity and a six-person maximum for group bookings.
Lewis, who sits on the board of Cheer Canada, said the situation playing out in B.C. is not unique. “Across the country right now, most places are in some version of a lockdown and they’re either doing non-contact practices or no practices at all,” she said. “It looks like the second wave hit everyone in Canada at the same time, so everyone is doing these two-week circuit breaker breaks.” Provincially, Lewis said, the B.C. Ceerleading Association has been in regular contact with viaSport, the B.C. government’s delivery agency for sport, regarding what the next steps might look like. “The communication is definitely open and we’re doing everything we can to sort it out, but there’s nothing for sure,” she said. “We’re just very conscious of the fact that this is important to us and our livelihoods and our kids and their mental health, but we know there’s so much more going on beyond that.” Faraday said she’s confident the new guidelines, when they come, will not be any more stringent than the protocols she had in place before closing her doors. “I guarantee I’m already doing them, whatever the new guidelines will be,” she said. “We’ve got everything going on here. The biggest frustration is the lack of clarity and the fact we’re closing a sector that is a huge outlet for children and a safe space for children.”
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The North Shore of Kamloops — reimagined A future vision of the North Shore Town Centre includes four large towers anchoring the corners of Tranquille Road, Fortune Drive and Eighth Street. Watch a video presentation on the plan online at kamloopsthisweekcom.
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After months of consultation with community members via open houses, pop-up booths and meetings, the City of Kamloops has revealed draft design concepts for its North Shore Neighbourhood Plan. The plan the city created was driven by the need to define specific districts on the North Shore, particularly along Tranquille Road, and to develop a vision for the area’s continued development. The plan focuses on three areas: • The North Shore Town Centre, the commercial area located along Fortune Drive and Tranquille Drive centred near the current transit exchange; • The Tranquille Market Village Corridor, which runs south from the Town Centre along Tranquille Road; • The Riverfront District, an area at the north end of Overlanders Bridge. Presented as a series of maps and design concept sketches, the plan paints a picture of a North Shore that embraces parts of its current character — including keeping a mom-and-pop shop
feeling along much of Tranquille Road — while further developing areas for increased density and recreation, including green space and riverfront access. The North Shore Town Centre, which city staff said would be where its planning intervenes the most and will be the “centre of life for the North Shore,” is designed to have trees lining the roads and park
spaces created to set it apart from surrounding areas. Four larger towers will anchor the area, set on specific corners with sight lines in mind to create an iconic look and not overshadow nearby schoolyards and open spaces. The area also includes a reimagined Northills Centre mall that is an open air retail space.
Heading south, a newly imagined Tranquille Market Village Corridor stretches south near to Overlanders Bridge. Its three main areas include a social enterprise hub, a cultural village and an innovation hub, created based on sectors that already exist in the area. Much of what lines Tranquille Road will remain the same, with single-storey retail dominating
the north end. But other additions include residential developments along the west side of Tranquille Road, open space for public artists, small markets, larger buildings farther to the south and more landscaping and street trees. Finally, farthest south, is the Riverfront District, which includes river-facing residential development, a more robust Rivers Trail, a boardwalk with shops and restaurants and a pier built upon the old bridge pilings reaching out into the river. The light industrial area on the north side of Tranquille Road would be refreshed as an industrial arts district of makerspaces, with a central courtyard area and an urban farm. As work continues, the city said it will have final plan by the end of 2021. But as for when this plan will come to fruition, City of Kamloops senior urban designer Edward Porter said he wants people to think long-term. “Certainly it’s going to be measured in decades rather than months or years,” Porter said.
Tis the Season for Charitable Giving With Christmas looking and feeling very different this year, many people are wondering how they can help organizations whose fundraising efforts have been dampened by the COVID situation. In 2020, according to World Giving Index, the most generous countries ranked were: US, Myanmar, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland. For many of us, giving is an important part to help build a better society. Our team is passionate about philanthropy and we feel there are three ways people can give: 1. 2. 3.
Time (volunteering) Talent (sitting on a Board or committee) Treasure (donating cash or an investment)
Since 2015, our clients collectively have donated various stocks & mutual funds from their portfolios that have exceeded $1,500,000! These funds have gone to so many worthwhile causes like Cancer, Education, Pets, Hospitals, Hospice, Alzheimer's, Food Bank, Churches and many more. We track these gifts to ensure clients are maximizing all their tax credits. Most Canadians pay between 28%-50% towards income and estate taxes. BC residents who have donated more than $200, receive total charitable tax credits of 43.7%.
Furthermore, if you donate (transfer) a profitable investment in-kind, the government forgives your capital gains tax. Here is an example of a BC donor with a Net Income over $150,000 and already donated $200. S/he has the choice of a writing a $10,000 cheque or donating TD Bank shares that are worth $10,000 but only cost $2,000 originally.
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You may be surprised to learn that your actual out of pocket costs are significantly less than the actual donation amount. Using the same example to an income earner of $50,000 would still result in a net cost of donation of $5,630 and $4,502, respectively. The key is that donating $1.00 costs you at most $0.56 but could be much lower. It is worth adding that donating through a business or holding company can also provide excellent results.
How much should I give? We often get asked this question and offer some ideas to consider: • 1% of your income • Setup automatically monthly giving • Give profitable securities (shares) directly which can have significant tax benefits • Pool tax receipts on the highest income tax return • Consider donating through your corporation • Change RSP-RIF beneficiary to the charity of your choice • Use life insurance to enhance the amount you give • Make a bequest in your Will… ask yourself “If I decided to give 10% to my favourite charities, would my two children mind receiving 45% vs. 50%?” Please know that we are not here to push anyone to donate; rather we are trying to help each of you achieve your goals in the most tax effective way. We enjoy being a part of our clients' journey and encourage them to give while they are alive, so they can see and feel the benefits. Our hope is others will be inspired to do the same. In particular, their loved ones will know that giving back is a family virtue. A lesson that is particularly important this year. We would like to leave you with this quote: "We make a LIVING by what we GET… But we make a LIFE by what we GIVE." ~Winston Churchill Written by Eric Until next time… Invest Well. Live Well.
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Bedtime stories devoid of real-world issues inspired Kamloops resident George Johnson to pen his own. After 10 years and about 20 tales, the Thompson Rivers University professor is excited to say he is now a published author of a children’s picture book. Johnson, who has called Kamloops home for 30 years, recently held a book launch for his first published children’s book — How Hope Became an Activist — which is based on his own experiences in activism and includes a main character named after his great-niece. “She’s just a feisty little kid and she’s thrilled that I’ve used her name in this book,” Johnson said. In the book, Hope discovers how to make positive change on issues from fair trade clothes to refugee aid. Hope’s introduction to activism begins when she signs up for a play depicting sweatshop labour. That inspires her to host an anti-fashion show demonstrating the conditions under which their clothes are made. Hope then gets involved with a refugee resettlement organization. Both the play and fashion show came from Johnson’s realworld experiences, while the refugee program is based on the local Refugees and Friends Together (RAFT) program. Johnson said he hopes his
book will spark a conversation between parents and their children, who will be encouraged to start asking questions, given the current state of the world with regards to issues such as climate change, racism and the COVID19 pandemic. “You can’t just sit on the sidelines anymore. Everybody’s got to participate and help out,” Johnson said. Johnson starting writing children’s stories a decade ago for his own kids because some topics weren’t covered in the classic children’s books he would read to them. “One of the topics that was dear to me was activism and I didn’t see a lot about that in picture books,” Johnson said, citing Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax as one of the few. Getting this first picture book published has been years in the making for Johnson. “I’m thrilled. It has been a long journey with many frustrations,” he said, noting the industry is competitive and he has had publishers fall through in the past while pursuing the venture on the side while teaching. This past summer, however, he broke through, landing a deal with British outlet Dixi Publishing. “They publish books on progressive topics, so they were completely in line with the way I was thinking and enthusiastic right form the beginning,” Johnson said. Two more books in the series are also due to be published: How Avery Became an
Environmentalist and How Ben Became a Food Bank Volunteer. Both of those books also draw from real-world experience. The Ben character is named after Johnson’s son, who would volunteer with his grandmother at the food bank, while the fictional Avery character builds bee houses, which Johnson did for the local chapter of the United Church to raise money for charity. Johnson’s first foray into activism came when he was in the fifth grade and his class got involved in cleaning up Grindstone Creek in Waterdown, Ont.. From Ontario, Johnson came to Kamloops in 1991 out of grad school and began working at the then-Cariboo College. He is a professor and chair of the English and Modern Languages Department at TRU, chairs the Global Community Action Committee at Kamloops United Church and, most recently, co-led the Blue Dot campaign to make Kamloops an environmentally sustainable community. In 2019, Johnson received the Kamloops Y Peace Medal for his social justice work and writing. How Hope Became An Activist is available in Kamloops at The Smorgasbord Deli (Victoria Street and Seventh Avenue), The Art We Are (246 Victoria St.), The Book Place (248 Third Ave.) and Chapters (Hillside Drive and Pacific Way). The book is also available online with free shipping. A dollar from every book sold in Kamloops will support Fairtrade Canada.
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as local history — of the land and its people. He said one of the goals of the book was that it would become a resource in local schools. That goal has since come to fruition. Graham Gomme, president of the North Okanagan-Shuswap Teachers’ Association, said Everything Shuswap has been an extremely valuable resource for secondary students in the school district. He said chapters of the book are being taught in Grade 9 and Grade 11 classes and that it has been a “big hit” with students. “Students love learning about the history, geography and biology of the area they live in,” Gomme said. “The writing is easy to understand and the photos and illustrations are great conversation starters. “As well, the respectful Indigenous content informs the students of an important history and world view of the region that predates colonial history by thousands of years.” North OkanaganShuswap school district principal Jennifer Findlay said Cooperman’s community partnership has been an integral part of the district’s growing outdoor learning community. “Proceeds from the sales of Everything Shuswap have been used to support many outdoor learning grants for local schools, which, in turn, provide opportunities for students to devel-
op a sense of place as they explore and experience the Shuswap,” Findlay said. “Jim’s passion for sharing his knowledge and expertise of the Shuswap region is greatly appreciated by educators and students alike.” Cooperman said it’s important for students to learn about where they live. “One of the principles of bioregionalism is the more they know about where they live, the more they respect it and care for it and want to live here and basically want to see success in their own region,” he said. Intending the book to be used in schools, Cooperman said he created a teacher’s guide that he has made available to Shuswap schools, along with the rich collection of resource material gathered as he was researching the book. Cooperman plans to release future volumes of Everything Shuswap, noting there is still much about the region and its stories to explore. Some of his future material can be found in Cooperman’s column Shuswap Passion, shared in the Salmon Arm Observer and the Shuswap Market News, and on his website, Shuswap Passion, which recently received an overhaul and is now mobile-device friendly. Regarding mobile devices, volume 1 of Everything Shuswap is now available in digital format and can be ordered at shuswappassion.ca.
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The annual Uptown Chefs Gingerbread House Competition, in support of the Kamloops Food Bank, is on until Dec. 24. The contest has five categories: toddlers (ages five and under), elementary school, high school, individual and professional. All entries are on display in the lobby of the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre, at 1250 Rogers Way in Aberdeen. For every gingerbread house entered in the competition, Uptown Chefs will donate $10 to the food bank in the form of Christmas gifts. Each person who visits the hotel to view and vote on the gingerbread houses — with COVID-19 protocols in place — will receive a complimentary hot chocolate and house-baked cookie at Romeos Kitchen + Spirits, which is inside the hotel.
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The coolest place where John De Luca injected a dose of insulin was while sitting on the edge of the Abu Simbel temple, overlooking Lake Nasser, in southern Egypt. “Just sat on the edge of the lake on a pile of sand, gave myself insulin, ate breakfast and then went to the temple,” he said. That story — and plenty more — is included in his book Needle Me: Stories From A SyringeGiving Diabetic Traveller. The book is available in ebook and paperback formats from Amazon and is about the ups and downs of his experiences travelling the world as a type one diabetic. One of the biggest challenges for De Luca, who needs six insulin injections a day, was having to pack needles with him wherever he went. “When you’re travelling for 365 days straight, that’s a lot of needles,” he said. And, in many of the countries he visited, the assumption was that the presence of needles meant drug use, not lifesaving medicine. For example,
while travelling into Ghana in Africa, De Luca was worried he wouldn’t be able to get through airport security with the syringes, so he needed to find someone to help him smuggle them through. “I think someone was bribed,” he said, “but I could never verify that.” The book covers roughly 20 years of on and off travel between 1990 and 2016 and includes visits to Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Ghana, Cambodia, Nepal, India and Taiwan, where De Luca lived for 10 years. Though he has been travelling for much of his life, the idea of writing down tales of his adventures came to De Luca more recently, when someone suggested the idea of writing about travel from the diabetic perspective.
This was a bit of a shift as he had previously only written academic papers, but he started work on it. The project hit a major roadblock about two years ago when De Luca lost his digital copy of the book, but after realizing he still had access to a printed copy, he was able to return to the project, finishing it this year during the pandemic. COVID-19 wasn’t De Luca’s first experience with a global health crisis, though, having lived through the SARS epidemics in the early 2000s while he was in Taiwan. He said the most important thing in travelling as a diabetic, especially when going off the beaten path as he did, is planning. “It’s a constant thing in the back of your mind,” he said. “Where can I get dinner? Where can I get insulin?” De Luca now runs IQ Bamboo Language Services on Victoria Street in downtown Kamloops, the office where he wrote the book. He doesn’t currently see another such tome in his future. “If I was going to write another book, I think I’d have to travel some more,” he said with a laugh.
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illy Koppes is a woman who likes to keep busy. But since COVID-19 restrictions hit her home at Chartwell Ridgepointe Retirement Residence in Pineview Valley earlier this year, it has become more challenging to find ways to keep active. Chartwell’s recreation team started circulating activity books on a weekly basis, books that featured one page for colouring that Koppes would look at and then dismiss. “I thought ‘That is silly.’ I was not going to start on that,” she said. But one day, with nothing but time on her hands and the realization that she had her grandchildren’s felt markers with her, Koppes decided to give colouring a try. And it turned out she is pretty good at it. With some encouragement from other residents, Koppes continued working through the backlog of colouring pages that were available in the activity books. Eventually, she had 24 little works of art done and wondered what she might do with them. “I didn’t want to throw them out because they were really pretty,” she said. After considering turning them into a calendar or collage, she hit upon the idea of holiday greeting cards. With some help from her daughter-inlaw, Koppes was able to scan the artwork into her computer and send them off to a printing company to create beautiful cards that she then sold for $3 each. They were so popular that she had to print a second batch of them and has now sold 74 cards, with all money raised going towards local charities: the Children’s Treatment Network and the Salvation Army. Charity support is something Koppes pursues each year during the holidays, though her usual method of fundraising comes from her baking, which has now pivoted to, leaving her design work behind for now. “I baked over 1,000 cookies this last couple of weeks, so I’ve been really busy with that,” she said. It is all in the interest of keeping busy, she said, and helping to spread joy this holiday season.
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Mustard Seed welcomes interim director Kelly Thomson succeeds Mario Borba, who is returning to Alberta after 11 months as managing director of The Mustard Seed. Borba had succeeded Diane Down, who also spent 11 months leading the organization. DAVE EAGLES/KTW
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WorkSafeBC is holding a public hearing on proposed amendments to Parts 6, 8, 16, 18, and 21 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. In light of the ongoing and rapidly evolving COVID – 19 pandemic and in an effort to maximize social distancing, the public hearing will be held virtually. The virtual public hearing will be streamed live on December 10, 2020, in two sessions. The first will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the second from 3 to 5 p.m. View the virtual public hearing live at https://video.isilive.ca/worksafebc/2020-12-10/
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Kelly Thomson is stepping into the driver’s seat at The Mustard Seed Kamloops as Mario Borba steps away from his role as managing director of the social agency. Thomson is interim managing director while the search begins for a permanent replacement for Borba. Thomson said he will likely be in the position for about six months. “They’re starting the search right away, but it takes awhile to find a person to fit this role,” he said. Thomson is a longtime Kamloops resident who has a history with the organization as a volunteer, board member and director. He was the operations and labour relations superintendent of Molycop Canada in Kamloops for 32 years before retiring last year. When asked to join The Mustard Seed in this temporary capacity, Thomson was quick to say yes. “I’ve always had a love for this place,” he said. Thomson has been on the job since Nov. 23 and is trying to learn as much as possible from Borba
at the moment, but he thinks the most pressing concern for the moment is doing what they can for people in need during the cold winter months and finding the budget with which to do it. One plan is to try to keep The Mustard Seed open for 22 hours a day, seven days a week. Thomson said the ongoing overdose crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic are creating challenges for the organization. “It’s definitely a challenge with our community that we work with,” he said. “They don’t always like to wear masks.” Thomson noted The Mustard Seed in Calgary has effective programs that may be adaptable locally, with a Kamloops spin. Thomson tipped his hat to his predecessor. “I’ve got to say, Mario’s done a great job in the short time that he’s been here,” Thomson said. “He’s brought some good stability and he’s built a good team, and I’m going to benefit from that.” Borba came to Kamloops from Edmonton in October 2019 to become managing director, replacing Diane Down, who left suddenly, and without explanation from The Mustard Seed, after 11 months at the helm of the organization.
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At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, hearts, rainbows and messages of encouragement popped up in windows around Kamloops and elsewhere. A walk down the street alone didn’t feel so lonely for some, thanks to the subtle reminder of others in the community enduring similar isolation. Now, with case counts on the rise and with darker months ahead, a Kamloops city councillor would like to take that idea and replicate it this holiday season — with Christmas lights. Coun. Sadie Hunter has put out the challenge to neighbourhoods to light up their streets “with the idea of lifting spirits during darker days.” “I think it could be something that neighbourhoods might benefit from and could enjoy,” Hunter said, noting current gathering restrictions may be extended and daylight is decreasing. Hunter cited health orders restricting events and gatherings,
including the annual Seniors Light Tour in Kamloops. Last year, the event involved hundreds of local seniors. This year, it’s been cancelled. Hunter said she has been out walking and noticed Christmas lights in the community. She pointed out it is safe for people to hop in their vehicles and explore neighbourhoods from the safety of their own vehicle or by foot. “I had the thought come to mind, I wondered if it would be possible for us to advocate or even plant the seed of an idea with neighbourhood associations to have a bit of a friendly competition in neighbourhoods with lights,” she said. The Sagebrush Neighbourhood Association is among those known for putting on spectacular light displays, including the Edwards’ house at Sixth Avenue and Pine Street and an inflatable display on McMurdo Drive. Know of another house that is worth adding to a Christmas lights tour? Email us at editor@kamloopsthisweek.com and we will compile a list of notable Christmas displays.
Let us light the way for you If you have locations to add to the list below, please email them to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com. Check out KTW’s online map of Chtistmas light displays at christmasinkamloops.ca/lights. Aberdeen: 803 Bramble Pl. 2271 Garymede Dr. Batchelor Heights 2013 Saddleback Dr.
Brocklehurst: 2668 Briarwood Ave. 2643 Rosewood Ave. 2112 Ponderosa Ave. Cherry Creek: 6100 Buckhorn Rd. Dallas/Campbell Creek: 5215 Dallas Dr. 5603 Dallas Dr. 403 Coyote Dr. Beaver Crescent (multiple homes) Dufferin: 1732 Hillside Dr.
Rockcress Drive (multiple homes) North Kamloops: 102 Fairview Ave. 216 Poplar St. Sagebrush: 1001 McMurdo Dr. Westsyde: 3719 Overlander Dr. 3742 Overlander Dr. 7-950 Idas Lane 881 Greenacres Rd. 2503 Sandalwood Dr. 2505 Tupela Dr. 2503 Oak Hills Blvd.
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COMMUNITY Upper Cache Creek (Elephant Hill) Proposed Access Management Plan The Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development (FLNRORD) in collaboration with local Secwepemc Indigenous communities is proposing an Access Management Plan for the area in the vicinity of Upper Cache Creek. The purpose of this Access Management Plan, funded through the Forest Carbon Initiative, is to increase carbon sequestration through tree planting and reduce road density on the landscape through road rehabilitation. Tree planting and road rehabilitation supports the restoration of hydrological and riparian functions after wildfires, and will protect important moose and mule deer habitats. Machine works are planned for the summer of 2021 and tree planting is planned to start in the spring of 2022. Any portion of a road that is rehabilitated will be planted. The plan is available for review and comment until December 31, 2020. A map of the Upper Cache Creek road rehabilitation plan can be viewed by contacting Francis Iredale by telephone at 250 312-6633 or by email at Francis.Iredale@gov.bc.ca Written comments may be sent to Attention: Francis Iredale, Wildlife Biologist 1259 Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops BC, V2C 5Z5 Or email: Francis.Iredale@gov.bc.ca
Brain injury group helps with vaccination effort TODD SULLIVAN
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Though it wasn’t the sort of work he is used to doing as executive director of the Kamloops Brain Injury Association, David Johnson had the opportunity help locals in a unique way recently by helping get flu vaccines for brain injury survivors and others. “I’ve never done a flu clinic before,” he said, but that did not stop him from working to get one set up after the Rotary clubs of Kamloops West and Kamloops Daybreak reached out to him with the suggestion. Johnson contacted Chris Cameron of Pratt’s Pharmacy to put the clinic together with the hope of being able to get vaccines to 300 people, which was substantially more than were required by the clients with whom the KBIA works. “We started calling and I discovered that a lot of survivors had already gotten flu vaccines in other locations,” he said. So, Johnson began to contact other local non-profit groups and,
while he found that some of the larger organizations had already taken care of flu vaccines for their members, many of the smaller organizations had not. Space for the clinic was provided by Sheila Minton of Total Concept Development, who offered the use of the former Value Village location downtown (adjacent to the new home of the Big Little Science Centre) for the Oct. 24 clinic. In total, 286 vaccine shots were given to members and family from the Kamloops Y, Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops, Chris Rose Therapy Center for Autism, the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, the PEO Sisterhood, the Canadian Mental Health Association, the United Way, the Salvation Army, It’s My Life, Kamloops Immigrant Services, Community Living BC, the Blue House, the Big Little Science Centre and the Mustard Seed Kamloops. “And a thank you to Interior Health for all the work they do on vaccinations and health care,” Johnson said. “We worked together to make it happen and also to help our larger community.”
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A Way Home Kamloops has launched registrations for its fourth annual Campout For Youth Homelessness. Like many other fundraisers in 2020, it’s going to look a little bit different this year, due to the pandemic. Campout For Youth is an annual fundraiser that helps shine a light on youth homelessness in Kamloops. Participants camp overnight, outside in a cardboard box, and collect pledges for the cause. Campers are encouraged to raise money to fund programs that help support homeless youth in Kamloops. With physical distancing a priority, what is normally a group campout event of more than 50 people will now see 30 people camping in McDonald Park in North Kamloops on Dec. 11 and into Dec. 12. But that isn’t the only way to participate. A Way Home Kamloops is encouraging people to sign up to do their campout virtually, by finding a safe spot in their yard to set up. “We will drop off a cardboard box and a little goodie bag for everybody,” A Way Home Kamloops executive director Katherine McParland said. Distanced participants will be
able to stay connected through social media and Zoom sessions and A Way Home Kamloops is following coronavirus safety protocols at the McDonald Park location. “We have a pretty solid COVID-19 plan in place,” McParland said. Whether one intends to campout virtually or in person, they will need to register in advance online at awayhomekamloops.com. Early registration is advised for those wishing to reserve one of the 30 -in-person spots. Last year, Campout For Youth raised just over $50,000 and McParland, a mark organizers are again aiming to hit. Money raised goes to fund A Way Home Kamloops programs, which provide youth with housing, education and employment training. Previous campouts have helped open Safe Suites supportive housing and funded the Youth Housing First program, which housed 71 youth in 2019. TD Bank returns as the title sponsor for the event for the second year in a row, but McParland said that they are still looking for more business sponsors. Businesses interested in stepping up to the plate can also register online.
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elcome to the weekly 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 followers 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, on a weekly basis, 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 relating to this page.
Email editor@kamloopsthisweek.com if you have submissions for Kamloops Art Page. UNTITLED, BY LAKAYA JOSEPH RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY, GRADE 4 (2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR)
BALLERINA, BY CLARA BALDWIN KAMLOOPS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, GRADE 4 (2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR)
RED PANDA, BY PAIGE GILLIS BERT EDWARDS ELEMENTARY, GRADE 6 (2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR)
Says Clara: “I created this artwork by painting a sunset, then adding a ballerina. The painting didn’t come out exactly as I thought. Next time, I would use different colours because the yellow, pink and purple started blending together and not appearing separate. Ballet is one of the many things I love.”
Says Paige: “I decided to do a red panda for my project because they are from Asia and I love everything Asian. The easiest thing to draw was the fur. I am not happy with how the white parts of the fur turned out, though , because you can see the pencil through it.”
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Long live the Gregson Trail — elsewhere in city STORIES BY MICHAEL POTESTIO
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Despite being closed permanently, the Jack Gregson Trail monicker will live on elsewhere in Kamloops as the municipality seeks to rename an existing pathway after the late entomologist and his wife. The original trail, which connected the end of Lorne Street to Valleyview, was closed permanently on Nov. 9 by the Canadian Pacific Railway to make way for more track. According to the company, the trail sat upon its right-of-way and was not part of the city’s
official trail network. Jeff Putnam, the City of Kamloops’ parks and civic facilities manager, said an announcement on what path will be renamed after the Gregsons is expected by the end of the year. “There’s a few options that we’ve got,” Putnam said, noting the city wants to discuss those with the Gregson family and Kamloops Outdoor Club, which Jack Gregson founded in the 1930s. He said the club reached out to the city about renaming a trail after the topic came up at the city’s most recent quarterly parks engagement advisory group meeting.
“It’s definitely gaining a lot of positive momentum,” Putnam said. Putnam said the city doesn’t have that many multi-use pathways and trails named after people, which should make the process a bit easier than having to bump a specific existing trail name. “A lot of them are generic, like Rivers Trail,” he said. The Gregsons also have a butterfly garden named after them on McArthur Island. Jack Gregson and wife Barbara (Bar) were longtime residents who raised five children in Kamloops. The trail that bears Jack’s
name was carved by the man himself along the 2.2 acres of riverfront property he purchased in 1946 for $600 from a local cattleman, according to a Kamloops Daily News article he wrote in 2005. The route spans from the family’s former homes at 1594 and 1598 Lorne St. just east of downtown, upstream along the South Thompson River and through a narrow strip of land between the water and the railway tracks near Kelly Douglas Road in Valleyview. Jack was known for planting various trees and flowers and maintaining the trail over the years until he passed away in
2006. Bar died in 2011. While they said it’s a shame to see the original trail be closed, the Gregsons’ children — John Gregson, Sandra (Sandy) Gregson-Meyer and Petrina Gregson — are happy the city will name a new route after both their parents. John said his mother also played a large role maintaining the trail and properties. “She raised five kids and did vegetable gardening and Dad did flower gardening. They were a unit,” John said, noting his father was also an avid painter and photographer — samples of which he still has in abundance.
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efore the closure, the Gregson siblings — John, Sandy and Petrina — each took one last stroll down the path, and memory lane, on walks organized by the Kamloops Outdoor Club on Nov. 1 and 2. Along their treks, the Gregson children saw the familiar ponderosa pines and lilacs bushes their parents, Jack and Bar, planted years ago. “He and mom would walk down the path with a bucket of water and water them every day,” John said of the lilac flowers. Sandy, who now lives in Westsyde, recalled how focused her father was on keeping the trail looking nice as “it was his baby.” She worried, however, when, in his 70s, he would attempt to balance a pail of water while riding a bicycle down to the lilacs. “I was so scared that he would fall because I thought that he was so old. Of course, that isn’t now because I’m older than that myself,” she said. Petrina, who lives in Clearwater and had not walked the trail in about a decade, remarked at how tall the trees had grown. She said the trail was “lovely in its early stages because it was a little bit of wilderness in a cityscape.” Marked by two wooden signs bearing its name, the Jack Gregson Trail has welcomed many joggers, cyclists and pedestrians over the years. Eldest child John doesn’t know where the signs marking the trail came from, but he knows where one will be for the foreseeable future — at his home in Chase. The 80-year-old took the graffitiladen signs as a souvenir on his walk. The other is with the Kamloops Outdoor Club. Sandy said gardening was a big part of her parents’ lives, adding that when they bought the property, it was laden with nothing but tumbleweeds. “There wasn’t a rock or a tree on the
place, so they planted every tree, every flower and hauled every rock,” Sandy said, noting she and her siblings would always bring back at least one stone after family car rides. Born in Blackfalds, Alta., in 1910, Jack worked with the federal government as an entomologist, specializing in woodtick research. He moved to Kamloops for work and met his future wife, Bar Claxton — a nurse at the Tranquille sanitarium who was born 1915 in Kamloops — during an early meeting of the Kamloops Outdoor Club, in 1936. “Three years later, after many hikes, we married and, having started our family of five, sought a piece of land that we could call our own,” he wrote in a 2005 Kamloops Daily News article. The Gregson children also have a brother, Ian, and sister, Sally, who live in Australia and couldn’t make the trip. The property was only three feet wide in the centre, so Jack built a home on the west end of a tumbleweedcovered slope. John, who sold the two family homes in 2014, said his father dug out the basement of their first house by hand, noting they lived there until they could afford to build above. John recalls their downtown home being on the “outskirts” of town, noting that whenever a steam engine would pass by, he and his siblings would run out of the house and put pennies on the tracks to be flattened by an oncoming locomotive.
TOP: Kamloops Outdoor Club members take one last walk down the trail. ABOVE: John and Petrina Gregson. RIGHT: Sandy Gregson-Meyer and husband Merv Meyer.
The origins of the trail Jack Gregson explained how his trail came to be in a 2005 Kamloops Daily News article, noting he and wife Bar kept busy in those early days with landscaping, digging a septic pit and winterizing a concrete pump house. “I soon found myself hacking out a trail beneath the [Comezzetto] pig farm, extending it upstream through native cottonwood, hawthorn and chokecherry to a popular beach known in the early days as Hong Kong for its transients and parties, then eastwards to Westoby Road,” he wrote. According to Kamloops Outdoor Club member Sue Cane, Jack started the trail in 1945.
At the time, the area was in the Municipality of Valleyview. In 1973, the trail was enhanced by six local outdoors clubs, including Kamloops. That same year, Valleyview amalgamated with Kamloops and, Jack wrote, confirmed was a proposed 20-foot wide, 99-year right-of-way to encompass the trail. “Meanwhile, the CPR was moving towards the river to accommodate the No. 1 highway. Mr. Douglas Daws was in charge of Kamloops’ parks at this time and supported maintenance of the trail to the extent of naming it after me. With the advent of a terraced road alongside the new CPR right-of-way extending westward from my
trail’s southern end to Lorne Street, it, too, became known as my trail, if only by name,” Jack wrote. In the summer of 2002, Jack wrote, the City of Kamloops was about to pave the path for an extension of its planned Rivers Trail, but a legal injunction between the municipality, the CPR and a water-rights citizen appeared on a gate, stating the trail was located on private property and trespassing was not permitted. The trail still saw use in the years that followed, but appeared to be neglected after Jack died in 2006 at the age of 96. It later became a spot for trash, graffiti and homeless encampments.
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Canada has not escaped these trends. The most deadly recent attack on a house of worship occurred in January 2017, when a gunman entered the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City, claiming six lives and injuring 18 others. According to Statistics Canada, 2017 saw a record high of 842 police-reported hate crimes committed against religious groups, an increase of 86 per cent over 2016. The following year, 2018, saw the secondhighest level since 2009, with 639 hate crimes against religious groups, a decrease of 24 per cent since the previous year. And while incidents of hate crimes decreased overall, incidents of assault and mischief towards property used primarily for worship or by an identifiable group rose by six per cent and 43 per cent, respectively. While global religious leaders and local congregations advocate for the values of tolerance and peaceful co-existence, their calls for solidarity are not likely to be heeded by extremists. The challenge is made greater by the expanded reach of religious, ethno-nationalist and populist ideologues made possible by social media. Still, research suggests that interfaith dialogue may be the most effective means of combating religiously motivated violence. And, while dialogue between religions may not be able to prevent all atrocities, solidarity in the wake of violence can help to heal communities in the aftermath of trauma. — Jennifer Otto is assistant professor of religious studies, at the University of Lethbridge.
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Annual quest for near-mythical ‘spike-fork’ moose comes to an end
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’m out of the “spike-fork” moose lottery. After nearly three decades of searching for that elusive, seemingly mythical beast known as the immature “spike-fork” bull moose, I concede defeat. Never again will I plunk down $25 for a moose tag in my collection of plasticized hunting tags. Instead, I will put that money to more useful purpose, like air freshener for my hunting boots, or car wash tokens for my Jeep. For those who aren’t clear what I’m babbling about, let me take a moment to explain. B.C.’s hunting seasons are ample, allowing hunters a generous amount of time in which to hunt beasts. For the most part, there are open seasons that allow hunters a chance to pursue nearly all B.C.’s wildlife, including moose. In our area, there is a general open moose season from Nov. 1 to Nov. 15, a time when anyone with a tag and the desire to be out there can have a chance for success. The only catch — hunters around here who hunt the general open season (not the Limited Entry Season [LEH] season, more on that in a bit) are only allowed to shoot a “spike-fork” bull as they are called — a yearling animal with antlers sporting no more than two points on each side. And the reality is, there are very few immature bull moose around. Biologists I’ve talked to in the past suggest that no more than three per cent of the moose herd is comprised of yearling bulls, and that means there ain’t many spike-forks stumbling about the woods around Kamloops. There are certainly moose around here; every season I come across a few. But they’ve been cows, calves or bulls with antlers too big to fit the “spike-fork” definition.
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NARRATIVE Still, for years and years, I’ve bought a tag on the slim chance I’d one day come across that young bull and be ready to capitalize on a very rare opportunity. To be honest, I could have had one chance for a spike-fork bull one morning about 25 years ago, the only time I’ve ever seen an immature bull moose in the bush in B.C. in a hunting season. I say could have because we were lacking one key piece of gear to make that harvest happen — a tag. Two friends and I were driving a logging road into an area we were hunting deer for the weekend. We came around a corner, and in the middle of the road before us was a spike-fork bull moose, just standing there. “Anyone have a moose tag?” asked one of my partners. No one did. So, for five minutes we watched this young moose flit his ears and prance about, until he finally bored of playing roadblock and wandered off to munch food in the clear-cut. Ever since then, I’ve made sure to have a moose tag in my licence, just in case such wild luck would repeat itself and hand me an opportunity of the kind it did the day we were not able to avail ourselves of it. And of course, I’ve not seen another immature bull moose in a hunting season again. After yet another season of
PIKREPO PHOTO For hunters who regularly purchase the yearly $25 tag hoping to find the ever-allusive immature ”spike-fork” bull moose within their sights, the wait is equivalent to buying a lottery ticket — as the author muses it might just be money better spent.
coming up empty for moose, I’ve decided I will no longer put myself through the “spike-fork” wringer and set all hope aside. Why, you might ask? Why not keep buying a tag, just in case? I guess I’m a little bitter, just a wee bit ticked at the nature of the game the government seems to be playing with regard to the hunting of moose in southern British Columbia. I’ve become just a teeny bit tired of being given the possibility of getting a moose and encouraged to buy a $25 tag, when really, the odds of success are terribly, terribly low. It seems to me there is a better way, one that would take much of the blind dumb luck factor out of the equation. I think the time has come for B.C.’s biologists to re-think the rules, shut down the spike-fork season altogether and manage moose hunting entirely through the LEH system.
People who get an LEH permit in our province’s annual draw have solid reason to buy a $25 tag, as the chances of harvesting any bull moose are substantially higher. Those who don’t draw an LEH permit — and that would be most of us — won’t need to feel compelled to buy a moose tag for those “just in case” encounters with animals too few to really worry about. LEH management of moose hunting might allow biologists to offer more tags as well, as there would be tighter control of the overall harvest. Hunters wouldn’t need to fret the appearance of a bull moose with small antlers and engage in a frantic game of “count-the-points.” The hunting would be easier, safer and more meaningful. It’s not likely government will do that, though. I can’t imagine B.C.’s wildlife managers will be keen to turn away the money that flows from the sale of many,
many $25 tags to hopeful hunters with little chance of putting them to use. And it’s possible there is a contingent of hunters out there who like to play the moose lottery, and don’t mind shelling out for the equivalent of a lottery ticket.For me though, I’m going to keep my $25 next year and put it better use. The irony of my decision is that next year, when I won’t have a spike-fork moose tag in my licence, I’ll probably see a herd of them, licking salt from the bumper of my parked truck. 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 or Google Podcasts). To share a thought, send an email to info@theoutdoornarrative.com.
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olf course owners and managers are thankful fairways remained open for most or all of 2020, during which the pandemic shuttered or crippled many sports-related operations across the city. In some cases, record numbers were posted, with tee sheets crowded by patrons seeking their fix of activity and social interaction in one good walk spoiled. The other side of the ball marker is food and beverage sales, the lack of which were felt by all local courses to varying degrees. Kamloops Golf and Country Club general manager Alec Hubert’s general take on the 2020 golf season is shared by most in the industry. “Early on in the year, it was extremely stressful,” said Hubert, whose course was among those that shut down for a period in March and April. “We didn’t know what was going to happen. There were some sleepless nights. But once golf season kicked in and we got some warm weather and we saw the other restrictions within recreational activities and people just flocking to golf, it certainly alleviated a lot of stress and then it became very exciting. “You’re looking at your numbers going, ‘Holy crap. This is way better than we ever could have expected.’” Hubert and Rivershore
Georgia Miller eyes her tee shot at Kamloops Golf and Country Club in the summer of 2018, long before sliced pool noodles and social distancing were observed on local tracks. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW FILE PHOTO
DAVE EAGLES/KTW Pete and Muriel Sasakamoose stand outside their home near Pinantan Lake, remembering Pete’s brother Fred Sasakamoose, who died on Nov. 24 due to COVID-19 complications. Fred’s nephew, Jordan Sasakamoose, painted the portrait.
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Golf Links general manager Kevin Oates said more than 40,000 rounds of golf were played at their respective tracks in 2020. Oates said about 26,000 rounds were played at Rivershore in 2019. Hubert noted a good year at KGCC is usually in the range of 35,000 to 38,000 rounds, “It was busy and busy is good for business,” Oates said, noting the mental-heath benefits of the sport were of paramount
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importance this year. Mount Paul Golf Course owner Dan Latin provided a ballpark estimation for rounds played from mid-May onward, a 20 per cent increase in traffic in comparison to an average year. “I don’t think the average person played more because of COVID,” said Latin, who watched normally fairweather golfers come in droves to his track during a rainy June. “I think we saw some people that maybe
used to play the game — when [other sports and activites] were taken away, they came back to it or maybe they wanted things for their kids to do. “If we could capture 10 or 15 per cent of those people after this all settles down, if and when it does, it would be good for the game because I think the game has flatlined for a lot of years. We haven’t seen growth in numbers.” See IT KNOCKS, A39
Fred Sasakamoose played 11 games in 1953-1954 for the Chicago Blackhawks and was one of the first Indigenous players to suit up for an NHL team. What many people may not know is that Sasakamoose played for the Kamloops Chiefs of the old Okanagan Senior Hockey League for four years after his brief big league stint. He played in Kamloops for four years, starting with the 1956-1957 season. His brother Pete came with him, hoping to make the team as well. The younger Sasakamoose was a handy player in his own right but in those days the OSHL was one of the best amateur leagues going. He didn’t make the team but he stayed in town, eventually found work with the highways ministry and met the woman who would soon become his wife: Muriel Gottfriedson, a member of the Tk’emlups te Secwepemc nation, in those days known as the Kamloops Indian Band.
For Pete, his 86-year-old brother’s death on Nov. 24 because of COVID-19 came as a shock. “I spoke with him two days ago, the day before he died,” Sasakamoose said last Wednesday from his home northeast of Kamloops. “He was supposed to call us yesterday. “He said he was going to beat this thing. But I had a feeling maybe he was going to go. I knew that it was going to be tough for him because he was old and he wasn’t that healthy.” The Sasakamooses grew up on the Ahtahkakoop reserve, about 90 kilometres west of Prince Albert, Sask. Kamloops was still a pretty small place in those days, but it didn’t feel like that to Pete. “It felt like moving to the big city, my little hometown is only about 300 people,” he said with a laugh. Word spread quickly among the local Indigenous population about Sasakamoose joining the local team. Here, finally, was a true hero they could cheer for. See THAT MAN, A40
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Mount Paul has a substantial food and beverage operation, a restaurant and patio setup that shines in the summer. Latin pulled no punches when speaking to how much that side of the business suffered, sentiment shared by Bill Bilton Sr., who owns The Dunes at Kamloops. Weddings, tournaments, wakes and corporate functions — and all of the money that comes with those types of gatherings — were buried like a pancaked Titleist in the Road Hole Bunker. “Boy, I’ll tell ya, when it comes to the food and beverage, it’s almost a separate business out here — and it’s gone,” Bilton Sr. said. “It’s just that simple. You can’t have a banquet of five people.” Bilton Sr. said between 28,000 and 30,000 rounds were played at The Dunes this year, an increase of about 6,500 from 2019, but the on-course eagle did not quite make up for the banquet-hall snowman. “It knocks the hell out of ya, but we’ll tough it out,” Bilton Sr. said. “We were happy with the play. It fit right in with recreation for people who were going stark crazy.”
Kathy Gook, director of golf at Bighorn Golf and Country Club in 2020, said the course was “extremely busy.” There were about 220 members at Bighorn this year, she said. The KGCC had 506 members across all categories, said Hubert, noting the course has averaged somewhere in the range of 400 to 450 members in each of the previous four or five years. “We had more members than any year in recent history,” Hubert said. “And merchandise sales, it was crazy. The amount of golf clubs and pull carts and things we sold in the pro shop was like nothing we’ve ever seen. For us, it was certainly a record year.” Rivershore had 435 members in 2020, about 100 more than in 2019, according to Oates. “Now the challenge is to retain those members,” Oates said. “We’re super thrilled with how it went out here.” Golfers who reside outside of Kamloops scurried to the Tournament Capital during the pandemic, according to Tourism Kamloops, which reported a 107 per cent increase in destination golf revenue over 2019. Tobiano Golf Course was named Canada’s top course by the World Golf Awards on Oct. 29, SPONSORED SPONSORED CONTENT CONTENT SPONSORED CONTENT
a nod that should do favours for coffers in 2021. “It brings us to the core of a lot of peoples’ golf thoughts,” Tobiano owner Michael Ternier told KTW. “Hopefully, it will make it easier to develop the hotel and some of the other properties at Tobiano that are tied in with golf.” Representatives from Sun Peaks Golf Course, Talking Rock Golf Course, Eaglepoint Golf Resort and Pineridge Golf Course were contacted for comment, but did not reply before press time on Tuesday. Hubert did not pretend to speak for them, but he offered a general projection for the future that suggests the pandemic could end up being a good thing for golf across the province. “I think everyone is kind of the same in the sense they’ve had record years,” Hubert said. “Talking to Aidan Kelly at Sun Peaks, they had more rounds than they’ve ever had. Talking to guys in Kelowna, it was the same way. Private clubs on the Lower Mainland were filling tee sheets with 300 golfers a day, with no guest play. Across the board, the golf industry is booming. Everyone is pretty bullish on the golf industry in 2021.”
HOLMES IS WHERE THE We have finally arrived at the last month of what has been arguably the most surreal year any of us have ever experienced. Not to be the bearer of bad news or to be the glass half-empty person, but chances are most of 2021 will be another wild ride as we await vaccination for COVID-19. In the meantime, we just have to dig deep and continue to be kind, calm and safe. Yes we all can be kinder with our words and our actions. Being calm is so vital in the face of adversity and staying safe is paramount. There cannot be wealth without health. I do believe we can still continue to rebuild our local economy while still following the guidelines that are in place. This month, I think everyone should make a point of shopping local — and not in Kelowna or Vancouver and not on Amazon. Kamloops is full of fabulous shops that have everything we need. We should also remember to safely support our local restaurants. We should shop local, eat local and date local. Yes, it is possible to date safely during a pandemic. There are many couples who have fallen in love this year and some may be just starting their love story. I am providing a list of some creative winter physical distancing date ideas to keep in mind when meeting someone new. It isn’t just single people meeting others who can do these; married couples could have a lot of fun reconnecting by also doing some of these activities. This is a way to get back to basics and enjoy an oldfashioned approach to dating. First and foremost, I want to let every person know that when meeting
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a new match, avoid handshakes and awkward hugs. When you first get together to meet and get to know each other, you should not even be that close to each other to be tempted to offer a physical gesture. Here are some ideas to try this winter for safe pandemic dating: 1. Voice to voice phone conversations (they are in again). 2. Take a walk on the Rivers Trail. Start at the Kamloops Yacht Club and head through Riverside Park. 3. If you both have dogs, take them out for a walk. Dogs don’t have to physical distance. 4. Snowshoe. It’s refreshing out in nature and easy to have a conversation while physical distance snowshoeing. 5. Go skiing — downhill or crosscountry. Sun Peaks, Harper and Stake Lake trails are all close and a winter wonderland of great options. Being outdoors in the winter can be very romantic. 6. Winter trail hike. Throw on some yak tracks for good grip and hike the many amazing trails we have in Kamloops.
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7. Roast marshmallows on a bonfire. 8. Take a festive walk in downtown Kamloops to view the Storybook Village, this year’s pandemic-friendly replacement for the Santa Claus Parade. Every street has a different theme and the storefronts are decked out all month. Grab an eggnog latte and wander the bright lights. 9. Meet at the BC Wildlife Park and explore the many exhibits. There is so much to see there. Of course, Wildlights during the holiday season would be a bonus if health orders allow it to proceed. 10. Go ice skating. 11. Go Christmas shopping locally. Throw on your masks and wander the stores. 12. Lastly, and one I think would be such a fun and meaningful date, would be to contact Volunteer Kamloops. They need volunteers this winter to shovel walkways for the elderly in the Snow Angels program. You will feel rewarded, get exercise and realize how special someone is to want to help another person. Giving back is a great date. There are so many safe ways to get to know someone. It’s all about creativity and effort. Contact Tourism Kamloops for ideas and they can help you set up a really exciting adventure to impress your date. Once you have gotten to know each other and you are both on the same page and have built trust, the next step is obvious — you have a bubble partner! If you are single, happy and ready to show this pandemic it won’t stop you from dating, contact me by email at holmes@wheretheheartis.ca and let’s get your COVID love story started.
Niki Remesz was ready to celebrate, but this putt lipped out, robbing her of a prize at the TRU Alumni and Friends Association fundraiser tournament in 2013 at Pineridge Golf Course. This year, local courses were unable to host the large gatherings that often accompany corporate events. Many tournaments were cancelled. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW FILE PHOTO
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“The thing of it is in the ’50s there was no First Nations people recognized in any major sport. He was the first one. He was a trailblazer. He was an icon,” said Muriel, who, as was custom at the time, took her husband’s name when they were married. There would be as many as 200 Indigenous fans sitting at the south end of the Kamloops Memorial Arena, she said. “Nobody could catch him, and when he shot that puck, that slapshot, he could just shoot it,” she recalled. Fred’s wife Loretta came with him too, as did their young family. The couple, as well as Pete, were staying at the Bayswater Motel in Kamloops, the only place that would rent rooms to Indigenous people. One night, Muriel’s brother Bob met Loretta at a local pool hall and learning of her plight invited her and her family to visit him on the nearby Kamloops reserve. They also met Pete, though they didn’t know who he was quite yet. “We invited him over for Thanksgiving and he said ‘can I bring my brother, too?’ So we asked him who his brother is and he said ‘Freddy Saskamoose,’” she said. “My mom nearly fainted. It was really good. We wanted to meet different natives. It was pretty hard then,” Pete recalled. “It turned out really good.” The two Sasakamoose men arrived for dinner in their best suits. “It was like royalty coming to our house,” she said. When the community discovered the Sasakamooses were living in a motel, they invited them to live in a little house next to the band hall on the reserve. Later, the band decided to honour their famous resident. The band council booked the arena. “The band made him an honorary chief. He’s the only person that’s ever got this honour. They’re not ever going to have another honoured like that I don’t think,” Muriel said. “They had their drums and they were
singing and they were cheering. He was so loved and respected by the Interior Shuswap people.” In 2012, Fred spoke in front of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and shared all the details of his life at the Duck Lake residential school. Taken away from his family when he just seven years of age, he said he was raped by older students and beaten and abused by the priests who ran the school. Muriel, who was the first first Indigenous woman to attend public school in Kamloops and went on to help found the B.C. Native Women’s Association as well as serve on the board of the Royal Inland Hospital as well as be the first Indigenous person to work for B.C. Tel and serve on a parole board, said Fred grew to be a tremendous community leader. “That man was a family man, when I talk ‘family’ I don’t mean just his wife and children, I mean his siblings, his aunt, his uncles, when he was on council he worked so hard for the people,” she said. “He wanted people to be proud of their heritage. As human beings he really lifted us up. All the people here, they still talk about him, when he came here he just gets a real big welcome.” In later years, he met with First Nations communities in northern Saskatchewan that had been dealing with a rash of suicides and alcoholism. He then went and raised money to start a hockey program and travelled back months later to run a hockey school. Pete said a man once came to his brother’s house, hoping to buy his old Blackhawks sweater. At first he offered $5,000 but Fred kept negotiating and got the man to pay $20,000. “He donated all that money to four reserves, $5,000 each. It was for the kids,” he said, before laughing and adding: “His wife was really mad. ‘You could fix the bathroom!’ But he said ‘it’s OK the bathroom still works!’” “He did a lot of really good things for the Indian people,” she said. “He never wanted glory or anything, he just wanted people to live.”
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The federal government appears to be paving the way for single-event sport betting in Canada. Minister of Justice David Lametti announced on Thursday (Nov. 26) the introduction of proposed legislative amendments to the Criminal Code that would permit provinces and territories to regulate and licence singleevent sport betting (SESB) on any sporting event except horse racing. “The amendments we are proposing today will help create a safe and regulated environment for Canadians who wish to participate in single-event sport betting,” Lametti said in a press release. “This bill would also protect Canadians by taking profits out of the hands of organized crime and will help our economy by supporting jobs.” The federal government would maintain its role in overseeing pari-mutuel betting on horse racing. By taking illegal betting profits out of the hands of organized crime, the revenues generated from provincial and territorialoperated gambling could be used by provinces and territories to fund programs and services in areas such as health care and education, as they currently do with other lottery revenues, according to the federal government press release. “It has taken almost 10 years, three parliaments and two prime ministers to do something that would fight organized crime, give consumers protection, create jobs and address addictions,” said Brian Masse, NDP critic for innovation, science, economic development and auto. “The gaming sector is the largest component of the entertainment industry in Canada, accounting for over 250,000 jobs across Canada. This bill will
ensure these jobs are protected.” In 2018, the United States Supreme Court struck down the federal law preventing individual states from allowing SESB. Since then, 19 states have legalized singleevent sport betting, including New York and Michigan, allowing for sports betting in a physical casino, directly threatening the market for Canadian gaming facilities, according to the NDP press release. “It is about time that the Liberal government does something to protect the Canadian gaming industry after it has suffered for over a decade,” Masse said. “I’d like to recognize my former colleague, Joe Comartin, who introduced the first bill in 2011, which made it through the House, but was killed in the Senate.” Nancy Greene-Raine of Sun Peaks, then a senator, opposed the bill to legalize singlegame wagering. The regulation of single-event sport betting would be up to the discretion of each province and territory, with the exception of horse racing, which remains regulated and supervised by the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. Pari-mutuel betting is an exchange of monies between the bettors, less a percentage of the bet, which goes to racetracks and the federal and provincial governments The Canadian Gaming Association estimates that Canadians spend about $10 billion per year on single-event sport betting conducted illegally through organized crime and approximately $4 billion through offshore internet sites that are not provincially regulated.
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“These changes also create the opportunity to work with Indigenous people to strengthen their participation in the gaming industry,” Lametti said. B.C. Lottery Corporation is in favour of the proposed legislation. “BCLC has for many years supported modernizing Canada’s sports-betting laws to end the flow of sports-betting profits to off-shore websites that operate illegally and do not provide employment nor financial benefits to British Columbians,” BCLC
media relations representative Matt Lee told KTW in an email. Lee said BCLC would generate between $125 million to $175 million in additional revenue if SESB is legalized in the province. “The opportunity to offer single-event sports betting on playnow.com will also enable BCLC to provide jobs and generate additional net income for the Province of B.C., money the Province can put to work for British Columbians through healthcare, education and community programs,” Lee said. Sports gamblers are more likely to consider ditching off-shore websites if it becomes clear BCLC will offer competitive singleevent betting lines. “It’s pretty early to speculate on what bet-
ting lines would look like, but the first thing you need to know is we do try to offer as competitive betting lines as possible throughout all of our business units,” Lee told KTW over the phone. “If legalized, with single-event sports betting, we’d continue to try to make them as competitive as possible for players.” And what about the juice? How much of the pie does BCLC plan to eat? “It’s way too soon to speculate on what our juice would look like compared to some of those competitors, but all I can say right now is we’re trying to be as competitive as possible with our competitors that are already offering single-event betting and by making it legal in Canada, that gives us another tool to be competitive.”
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698 BRENTWOOD $445,000
GREAT TIME TO BUY OR SELL WITH RECORD LOW INTEREST RATES
DEVELOPERS - INVESTORS CONTRACTORS • 122 acres in Eagle Bay area • Preliminary lot layout for 39 lots • 1 hectare each (2.47 acres) • Water at property line • Property adjoins existing sub-division • Zoned RR-1, 2.5 hectors zoned C-5, 2.5 hectares zoned P-1 • Some timber & some properties will have lake view • Priced to sell - Plus GST
$888,000
• 4 bedroom and 3 baths • 1 bedroom suite down • large driveway, carport and partially fenced yard
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LOT 7 4.21 acres
6.05 acres 4.21 acres
• 4 bedrooms • 4 pce bathroom • 3 pce ensuite • Hot water heat plus heat pump • 2 gas fireplaces • Rec Room with slate pool table • 18x30 detached garage • Lots of parking • Manicured yard with fruit trees • U/G sprinklers
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2123 MARTIN PRAIRIE RD $789,000
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• Walk to downtown stores, schools, playgrounds • Custom 1.5 storey 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • Future 1 bedroom suite w/separate entrance plus basement area for main house • Double garage with lane access -
• 2912 sq ft home with rock fireplace, brick feature wall & hardwood floors • Fenced yard with underground sprinklers • 70' by 50' shop • Fenced property with hay field
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•Live your life in luxury with this beautiful home in South Kamloops! Great open concept design and an abundance of square footage finished to the highest quality •The main floor consists of a large kitchen, dining and living area that flow together and take advantage of the natural light and over sized windows •Also on the main floor is an office, powder room, laundry station, and the master bedroom •The master bedroom is ideal with plenty of closet space, access to the exterior and an elegant ensuite •Downstairs exceptional for entertaining! •Additional features include granite countertops, 2 car garage, driveway parking and an amazing complex with a gym and pool!
•A renovated upper Sahali home with three bedrooms, a two car garage also a new one bedroom one bath suite •This neighbourhood is known for its cul-de-sacs, water park and duck ponds and in the Albert McGowan Elementary catchment •Whether you’re looking to call this house your home or you’re an investor
G PENDIN •A great complex within beautiful Westsyde •Unit 110 has lots of amazing features and is perfect for those looking for their first home or looking to downsize •The main floor includes two generous sized bedrooms, laundry, access to the single car garage, and a large bathroom with a walk in shower •It also boasts an open concept floor plan that connects the living, kitchen and dining room spaces together making it ideal for families or entertaining •Off the dining room is a low maintenance back yard with a sunny patio space •The lower floor provides plenty of options for a future bedroom, media room, home gym and much more!
• Westmore Place is a 20-unit development that incorporates state of the art design with energy-efficient materials to meet the needs of a 21st-century home • Stunning views of the surrounding grasslands accompanied by the friendly community spirit, makes Westmore Place the perfect location to call home • We have 10 - 2 bedroom plus den/ 3rd bedroom upper units and 10 - 1 Bedroom plus den ground floor units • Upper units come with single attached garage • Great location close to shopping, recreation and all levels of schools • All units come with standard appliance packages and window coverings
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6045 DALLAS DR
1670 SLATER AVE
304-550 LORNE ST
$495,000
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244 HOLLOWAY DR
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$1,249,000
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CUSTOM 3648 SQFT HOME BUILT IN 2016 • Beautiful 3.5 acre property with mountain views • Close proximity to Sun Peaks Ski Resort
12-3100 KICKING HORSE DR
1452 HEFFLEY-LOUIS CREEK RD
KAMLOOPS LAKE LOT SABISTON CREEK RD • $469,000 • Rare 12.3 Acre waterfront lot on Kamloops Lake • 1800 Feet of shoreline • 15 Min boat ride from Savona
$1,029,999
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, this week you feel more energized and ready to hit the ground running with a special project at work. It’s also a great time to do something for yourself.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a couple of days this week you may need to roll over and catch a couple extra minutes with your head on the pillow. Being extra tired may indicate you need to scale back.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 A social butterfly, you are eager to socialize this week, Gemini. Figure out a day when a few friends are available to get together and catch up. Then plan an event.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, it is essential to practice self-care; otherwise, you easily can run yourself ragged. Put yourself ahead of others sometime this week, even if it feels indulgent.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, take an opportunity to share your big heart with someone who may need an extra emotional boost. Spend some quality time with this individual.
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- Sept 23/Oct 23 Relationships are inportant to you, Libra. You may be eager to develop some new friendships in the days to come. Think about pursuing new hobbies or interests.
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CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20 It can be challenging to find a balance between giving your all at work and enjoying your personal life. That’s because you’re such a hard worker. Devote more time to home.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 The smallest steps can lead to the greatest results, Aquarius. Don’t discount any strides you make in the direction of success. You will get there eventually.
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U-Haul Moving & Storage of Kamloops North Shore claims a Landlords Contractual Lien against the following persons goods in storage at 720 Halston Ave., BC, Tel: 250-3760962. Auction is subject to cancellation at anytime without notice.
Kristy Lindgren Spencer Adams Darcy Wesolowski David Tremblay Brandon Caspar A sale will take place on ibid4storage.com. until Friday December 11, 2020. The auction will end at 11:00 AM, unless bidding battle begins. Room contents are personal/household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each locker or U-box unit.
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Fuel tanks - 1-300 gal and 2-100gal on stands. Tidy tank for P/U, reconditioned 100 gal elec pump. $700/all. 250-6729712 250-819-9712. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $17,000/obo 250- 376-6607.
SINGLE OFFICE FOR RENT in Business Centre in Riverview Execu-Suites Downtown Kamloops Central Reception, Lunch Room, Meeting Room, call Karen Watt for details 250-372-3053 or email: karen@excel.bc.ca for more info.
New 30.06 Savage with scope. Asking $850.00. Call 250-320-7621.
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Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650.
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Wrought iron beds $300/each. High chair $30. Cedar Hope Chest $400. Rocking chair $150. Oak dresser with mirror $475. 250372-8177.
Art & Collectibles 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
For Sale - Misc Blazer’s Jersey in shadow box signed by all the players 20062007. Exec Cond. $250/obo. 250-376-6607. Dewalt wet tile 250-573-9337.
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Toro Power Max Snowblower. 2265cc motor. 26” path. 6-10 car driveway. $925. 250-3765922. Do you have an item for sale under $750? Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for two weeks for FREE?
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8ft Antique Couch Couch & matching $200. 250-374-1541.
Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $800. 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.
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Plants/Shrubs/Trees Scotch Pine trees smaller ponderosa in pots 2ft (50) $15 each obo 250-376-6607
Sports Equipment Arc Solomon snowboard w/bindings $325. 250-5787776.
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For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!! 250-682-1802
Cash for gold and silver! Also buying coin collections, old money, old jewelry Contact Todd 1-250-864-3521.
Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.
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Furnished Westend 2blks RIH 4bdr den deck view N/S/P. Crew! $4,300. 604-802-5649.
RV, Boat, Trailer, Heavy Duty Equipment. 24/7 accessible with a security code. Easy access like a race track to get in and our of yard. No long-term commitment. Cater to Semi, Heavy duty equipment, RV, Boats, Trailer, lights which turn on at dusk highlighting the yard space for easy use. Over 110,000 sq in total size. 250879-6667.
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Houses For Rent
Bright peaceful Westend View Home, RIH 5min walk, Bdr+den $1350. 250-214-0909
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Collision Center Manager PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS 1990 Jaguar Red. leather, 4-door, A/C, Power everything. 142,597kms, $2200.00 250-851-0209.
2013 BMW 128i 2dr. coupe. Fully loaded. M Sport Package. $14,000 250-819-0863.
Trucks - 4WD 1993 Ford F250 4X4, diesel. Trailer tow package. $3,300. 250-314-6805.
Vans 1997 Ext GMC Savana 3500. Work ready service van and tools avail. $9,500. 250-5739337.
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4 - BMW X5, X3 wheels like new. $590 Call 250-319-8784.
Legal/Public Notices NOTICE OF DISPOSAL SALE Heidi Wichman - Unit 564: TAKE NOTICE that Storage Vault Canada doing business as Storage For Your Life, intends to sell the following vehicle: Purple Chevrolet 1500 Cheyenne Vin: 2GCEK19K2R1232305 Owner: Doug Smith. Amount of debt: $2497.75. The sale will be held on or after December 17, 2020, at 1271 D Salish Road, Kamloops, BC.
Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Nicola) Ltd. is now accepting applications for professional drivers to operate snowplowing equipment & other labour maintenance activities for the 2020 / 2021 winter season. A valid BC Driver’s License, Class 1 or Class 3 is required. YRB provides highway maintenance services in Merritt, Logan Lake, Lytton and surrounding areas. Resumes including driver’s abstracts may be emailed, mailed, or delivered. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Attention: Rodney Hafner Yellowhead Road & Bridge 2925 Pooley Ave. Merritt, BC V1K 1C2 jobs@yrb.ca
~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.
General Employment
is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries. Vehicle is required. For more information please call the Circulation Department at 250-374-0462
Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information
Email resumé to beggen@zimmerwheatongm.com
We are recruiting for:
695 NOTRE DAME DRIVE KAMLOOPS, BC
Senior Community Relations Advisor RioTinto is looking for a Senior Advisor- Indigenous Community Relations with strong interpersonal and proven strategic skills to contribute to our Aluminium division’s Social Performance team.You will perform a variety of tasks that will be focussed on developing positive and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities in Rio Tinto’s operating area in Northwest British Columbia. This permanent, full-time, role can be based in Prince George, or Vanderhoof, BC. If you have demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities, excellent communications and engagement skills, and good problem-solving skills, we’d love to hear from you! Apply here: https://bit.ly/RTIndigenousCommunity Find all Rio Tinto career listings on www.riotinto.com/careers, such as: • HSE Manager (Kitimat, BC) • Advisor – Community Relations (Kitimat, BC)
NOTICE OF DISPOSAL SALE TAKE NOTICE that Storage Vault Canada doing business as Storage For Your Life, intends to sell the following vehicle: 1988 Mazda Sedan. Vin: JM1GD2214J1558840 Owner: Alaya Schmidt Amount of debt: $2896.35 The sale will be held on or after December 17, 2020 at 1298 Kootenay Way, Kamloops BC
Business Opportunities
Zimmer Collision Center is seeking a reliable and responsible collision repair centre manager with excellent sales skills and the ability to take-in customers, by writing efficient estimates and supplements while getting customers to drop off their vehicles for repair. You must also have had successfully managed production & planning of a body shop.
250-374-3266
Zimmer Wheaton is looking for a
SERVICE ADVISOR The successful candidate will be an energetic multitasker with a commitment to customer satisfaction and is process-driven. Qualified candidates must have at least 1 year of Service Advisor Experience in the automotive industry. We are a part of the Zimmer Autogroup and one of the fastest growing companies in the interior of British Columbia. Send resumé attention: Blake Eggen Beggen@zimmerwheatongm.com
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TRU invites applications for the following position: FACULTY TMGT 4030 – Resort Management Tourism Management For further information, please visit:
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TRU invites applications for the following position: FACULTY HMGT 1110 – Catering and Service Management Tourism Management For further information, please visit:
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We wish to thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Catch your next job in our employment section. Medical/Dental Help
DENTAL RECEPTIONIST
PRINT & DIGITAL EDITOR The Jasper Fitzhugh is looking for a full-time Print and Digital Editor to manage our news operation. We have a news site - www.fitzhugh.ca - that we update daily, and a weekly community newspaper serving Jasper and the surrounding area. We also publish various speciality products produced on an annual basis. The successful candidate works well in a team setting, but is self-motivated. You must be community minded, have positive energy, and be a good storyteller within Canadian Press style guidelines. You have to be organized, and able to give clear direction to editorial staff or freelancers.
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• Journalism education: Degree, diploma or certificate; or equivalent work experience. • Ability to organize work and give direction to others in order to meet deadlines. • Ability to work collaboratively with the other members of the management team. • Experience in Adobe Creative Suite and posting to social media.
The company offers competitive benefit and pension plans. The position is based in our office at 612 Connaught Drive, Jasper. The position is available immediately and must start no later than January 11, 2021. Initially the position is for a one year term to fill a maternity leave, but the term can be extended for the right candidate.
Interested candidates should forward their resume to: publisher@fitzhugh.ca
PUBLISHER
The Jasper Fitzhugh has a position available for a Publisher. We are looking for an individual with the following attributes: • A demonstrated ability in sales; • The ability to continuously improve our print and digital products; • The ability to work on Apple products with a variety of software platforms; • A genuine interest in people. The desire to help people to improve their skills and elevate the quality of their work; • The ability to make clear decisions and communicate them effectively; • The ability to adhere to deadlines in a time sensitive environment. The position will have overall general management orientation with profit and loss responsibility. A background in newspaper publishing is desirable but not essential. For example, the position may appeal to individuals with experience in marketing, retail sales management or teaching. We will provide training for the suitable candidate. This is a one year term position to fill in for a maternity leave. If necessary we can extend the term longer than one year, but it may require varying the duties.
Sunny Shores is looking for a receptionist. Prefer applicants who have completed an accredited dental receptionist program. Must be computer proficient, but we are willing to train on dental software. Must be mature, proficient in English as well as a team player. • Competitive salary • 7:30 - 4:30 pm, no evening or Saturday hours • Experience in dental administrative procedures including, insurance pre-determinations and claim submissions. New grad welcome to apply, we will train the right person.
The position is available immediately with a start date no later than January 11, 2021. Please send a letter indicating your interest, along with a CV to; Fuchsia Dragon, Publisher, The Fitzhugh PO Box 428, Jasper, AB, T0E 1E0 Email: publisher@fitzhugh.ca
Reply by emailing your resume, or stop in to chat. email:martinev@telus.net
Due to COVID-19 restrictions initial interviews may be conducted over Zoom.
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Vic was a founding member of the Bethel Tabernacle church in Valleyview and he was immensely proud to be a Board Member of the church for many years. Vic used his trade as a plumber to help build this church as well as the affiliated summer camp in Falkland, BC. Vic was a dedicated church member and always ready to help a friend or church member in need. Vic had a passion for his garden and his pets and would share the contents of his large garden with friends and family every year. Vic was preceded in death by his father Andrew, his mother Hazel as well as his siblings Dave, Francis, Charlotte, Marian, Earl and Greg.
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He is survived by his wife Carolyn, his three children Lynn, Barbara and Patricia, his two step-children Audrey and Larry, his grandchildren Landon, Paige and Seth and his step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren Meagan, Ryan, Bret, Kailey and Carter. A Celebration of Life for Vic will be held with family and friends in May 2021 at the place of his birth. Anyone wishing to join in should contact a family member.
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Douglas John Dick It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doug Dick of Kamloops, BC, on November 21, 2020 at 65 years of age. Doug was a very loving husband, father and grandfather. He took great pride in all of his family, including the family pets, Sophie and Olive.
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Doug is survived by his loving wife Shirley, daughter Corinne Zienowicz, grandsons Erik and Jorden Zienowicz, brothers David Dick of Abbotsford and Ken Dick of Richmond, brotherin-law Bill Seminoff, sister-in-law Glenda Seminoff of Coquitlam as well as nieces, nephew, great nieces and nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins and numerous friends. Doug is predeceased by his mother Shirley Dick and father David Dick, son Bradley, mother-in-law Verna Seminoff and father-in-law William Seminoff. Doug had such a passion for golf and was a member of the Kamloops Golf and Country Club. Prior to his retirement, Doug was in sales in the tool industry. In the winter months he enjoyed curling at McArthur Island, his Monday morning coffee group and his tropical vacations with his wife, Shirley. In the summer months Doug loved backyard croquet games and barbeques with his family. Doug’s presence will be missed around the holidays, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas where he enjoyed feasting on his favourite meal: Shirley’s turkey dinner. Doug will be missed by his grandsons for his unconditional love, warm smiles, continual support, and the calmness he portrayed. His daughter will miss his endearing nature, talks, patience and love and devotion. His wife will miss the truly committed and adoring husband he was and will cherish the memories they shared in their 31 years together. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Kelowna General Hospital. There will be no formal ceremony. The family will hold a private interment at Hillside Cemetery in Kamloops in the spring of 2021. Memorial donations may be made to Kamloops SPCA and the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca
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Bernice Elizabeth Dohm Bernice passed away peacefully at the Kamloops Hospice House, she was born in Loon Lake, SK to Peter and Ruth Germschied into a family of 10, (she was number 7), including five older siblings from Peter’s first marriage. Mom was predeceased by her husband Dennis on July 18, 1999. Mom moved to Salmon Arm with her parents in 1949, where she started working to support her family, therefore unable to finish high school. She eventually moved to Kamloops, met and married Dennis Dohm and along came five daughters: Mary-Lee (Ed) Zurawell and their children Melissa and Trevor; Anne Kennedy (deceased in 2017) and her son Patrick Davis; Lorraine Dohm (deceased 2015); Teresa Dohm and her children Lachlan, Luke and Lana; Jeanette “Netty” (Norman) Logan and their children Jordan and Monica. Also left to cherish her memory are her ten great-grandchildren, her sister Joanne Saunderson of Burnaby and numerous other relatives Bernice was an amazing domestic engineer, starting while growing up and learning the household chores for her parents and family. She was a wonderful self-taught seamstress, sewing her own clothes and for her daughters. Playing the guitar with only one lesson; music and singing were a large part of mom’s life, she and dad especially loved to host the family get-togethers. Mom felt most at peace working in her garden, where she prayed, sang and felt the closest to God. Mom was a wholesome cook using her homegrown vegetables fresh and canned preserves, which we all enjoyed and benefited from the fruits of her labours. Neighbours and friends also were supported by her generosity. She was the queen of multi-tasking, a gift she passed down to her daughters. Mom taught her daughters card games and had lots of fun times with her bridge group. Mom lived for us girls and always wanted to bring out our best qualities also making our chores fun, as they were part of our daily lives. Mom was happiest building memories with her family. Taking us camping, with great sing alongs around the fire, including the wonderful cook outs. Mom was inspirational in us getting horses, taking us skiing and to the rodeo’s, also teaching us the fine art of fishing in the local lakes and creeks, as well as many other activities we enjoyed, Mom supported all our adventures growing up. Mom had a great passion to help others and was nonjudgmental. “She always said, don’t judge others, we haven’t walked in their shoes and don’t know their story”,Mom had empathy towards others less fortunate. Everyone who met Bernice, was touched by her unconditional love, kindness and beautiful heart. She was always willing to lend a hand and was self-less giving to others also a patient and lifelong teacher to family and many others. Family was everything to Mom, especially hosting the family reunions on Dohm Hill with her siblings and all that could attend. She loved her girls unconditionally, they brought her joy, laughter and happiness, she was very much loved and will be missed by them! Mom taught us girls the importance of family and the faith (prayer warrior), her church was her inspiration throughout her life. She is now free and singing with the birds that she loved.
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She may be gone but will not be forgotten. Due to current Covid restrictions, no funeral will be held. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, donations may be made in her name to their charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
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“ I DID IT MY WAY” Ken died November 22, 2020 at the age of 97. He is survived by five children Pat (Jordie) Jordan, Dale (Harvey) Hutchings, Sue (Art) Zasadny, Janet (Dave) Dolter, Brian (Cindy) Legge, eleven grandchildren and fourteen great- grandchildren. He and Mum (Doreen) travelled the world together, before her death in 2008. Dad was proud to have served in the Navy in World War II. He was a gunner on the HMCS Kootenay. He was a member of the District North Vancouver Fire Department and rose to the rank of Deputy Chief before retiring at age 55. He holds the record for being the longest Fire Department pension recipient in BC. Dad was always a bit of a daredevil, beginning at age 10 when he tried to build and fly a glider off the workshop roof in Hyder Alaska. He eventually learned to fly a real aircraft. He tried his hand at flying ultralights in Arizona. He raced up and down Green Lake on a bright red home built ice boat. At age 90 he decided his last adventure would be a tandem parachute jump at Kamloops airport.
Irene is survived by her husband Donald, daughter Sandra, son Ted and granddaughters Erin and Tara. She was a music teacher, did quilting, stained glass and enjoyed driving our Harleys and British sports cars.
Ken was a great story teller, and eventually recorded his exploits in “Dad’s Story Book.” We will meet “at the lake” to say our farewells when it is safe.
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The Jones sisterhood has a quiet void where our brilliant, sassy little Joolz slotted in. Her Mama, sisters, large flock of nieces, nephews and friends, and especially her children Jared and Jade and their precious families, will miss her immensely. Since birth Julia was stubborn, independent, and a strong-minded girl who followed her chosen path. A voracious reader since childhood, she absorbed so much knowledge which was shared as required. She loved her baby bird, her cat, but her greatest love was an undisturbed nap. Julia had an eye for treasures and found the most unique gifts to share. Be it arrowheads on the riverbank or butterflies at the dollar store, Julia could always find the beauty. She loved her family, her friends, good music, good meals, photography, and words. Julia could articulate and enunciate like no other. Julia was the most beautiful daughter, smartest sister, coolest Mom, the most forgiving mummyauntie, and a truly devoted friend. We are grateful for the time we shared. Rest in Peace our Julia. Love you Forever Baboo. May there be monkeys in Heaven. And Please - Don’t call her Julie
He had many skills and could repair, invent or re-imagine almost anything.
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Many great memories were of time spent at Griffin Lake, a gathering place for both the family he was born into and the family he chose. Memorable times include hiking to the fishing hole, playing games, or just sitting around the fire with a nice single malt scotch.
Our family greatly appreciated the special people, at Marjorie Willoughby, that cared for Alan and made a tough time a little easier.
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Vivian was an independent and determined woman who loved life.
Alan will be remembered for his great sense of humour, love of games, and how he could do anything he set his mind to. He was able to put his talents as a builder and artist to use through his time as Props Master (“Head Proptologist”) at Western Canada Theatre and through his involvement with the Society for Creative Anachronism. He was always looking for new creative challenges whether it was creating a life-sized camel, building a cedar strip kayak, or making a full suit of chainmail.
Due to COVID, there will be no service at this time, but a celebration of Alan’s life will be held at a later date at Griffin Lake. Anyone able to donate to Kamloops Hospice can do so in his name.
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Alan will be greatly missed by his wife Joanne of 35 years, his daughter Alicia Denison Graham, his son Thomas Graham (Sarah McAuley), parents Robert and Kathleen Graham, sister Sherrie Kleefeld (Colin Farquarson), sister Terrie McVean, and his nieces and nephews.
Many will remember Alan as a mentor, encouraging them to step outside their comfort zone and take pride in their work. He touched many lives and will always be remembered as the loveable man with a warped sense of humour he was.
Mom’s memory will be cherished by her family and her presence will be missed by her daughters Teresa, Netty and Mary-Lee and her loving grandchildren.
She is survived companion John, Steve (Roccio), (Trudi), David, Donald and a number nieces, nephews and many cousins.
Alan Morgan Graham, aged 57, passed away on November 13, 2020 from cancer.
He was an avid reader, lover of bad movies, and self-proclaimed geek who was always good for a conversation about just about anything.
A Private Mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, followed by interment into the family plot at Pleasant Street Cemetery. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Mavis Hollman for her kindness, compassion and exceptional care over the many years. A special thank you to the Chartwell Care girls, who were so good to mom, you know who you are, and to the Hospice Home staff who were wonderful during mom’s final days. Should friends desire, donations to the Kamloops Hospice Association in memory of Bernice would be appreciated.
It is with great sorrow that the family of Vivian Hansberry, of Kamloops, announces her passing on November 28, 2020 at Royal Inland Hospital at the age of 88.
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Barbara Jean Fridriksson passed away peacefully on November 28, 2020. She was born June 7, 1924 in Washington, DC, USA.
Al passed away suddenly on November 19, 2020 at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC, with family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife Lorraine, daughter Lori Hoenmans (Michael), granddaughter Alyssa Hoenmans, brother-in-law Lorne Nelson (Fran), along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Barbara graduated in chemistry from the University of Missouri in 1944 and worked for General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota for a year before attending graduate school for the following year at the University of Minnesota. There, she met and married Edward Fridriksson, December 22, 1945. They lived in Reykjavik, Iceland for five years before returning to the United States in 1951. After several years in Minnesota, in 1954 Barbara and Ed and their three living children moved to British Columbia, where two more children were born. For five years Barbara was Women’s Editor of the Abbotsford News and then taught Home Economics in Mission for 13 years. After her retirement from teaching, she completed a Diploma in Fine Arts from Fraser Valley College. After Ed retired, they moved to Kamloops in 1985.
Al had a diverse and storied career path. As a RCMP member for 25 years, he was stationed in Chilliwack, Haney (Maple Ridge), Vernon and Clearwater, and retired as a RCMP Sergeant in Kamloops, BC. While stationed in Haney in November 1957, Al was instrumental in a harrowing rescue of a mother and young daughter from the flood waters of the Alouette River. As a result of this heroic act, he was awarded the British Empire Medal for Bravery by the Governor General and a Commissioner’s Commendation for Bravery. Al was recognized on numerous other occasions including a Humane Society award, along with many other service awards from the communities in which he lived and worked. After retiring from the RCMP, Al worked as an investigator for B.C. Corporate and Consumer Affairs, and later served on the Provincial Parole Board. Al was a very caring, generous and supportive gentleman, who enjoyed times with friends and family. Always eager to lend a hand to anyone who needed help and was the neighbourhood handyman who could repair just about anything that came his way. Al was a friend to all, always willing to drop anything he was doing to help anyone who needed his assistance.
Barbara was an active member at Hills of Peace Lutheran Church and enjoyed playing duplicate bridge with the seniors in Kamloops. She was a lifelong lover of art and always had some creative project on the go. She was a master quilter, a skilled gardener, an avid reader, and an enthusiastic family historian. She loved laughter-filled family gatherings, and was the first to acknowledge that her jokes were usually pretty lame.
Al and Lorraine love to travel. From the sunny climates of Hawaii, Mexico, and California, to trips down the Oregon coast and travels overseas, or just hopping in the car and going for a drive. He enjoyed watching sports (especially the Blazers), when he was not out working in his yard.
Barbara was predeceased by her parents Fred and Gladys Old, her husband Edward, her brother James, her son Stefan Fridrik, her grandson Erik Thomson, and her son-in-law John Hilton. She is survived by: her children Inga, Signy (Steve), Thor (Pam), Stefan (Carol), and Sarah (Tim); her grandchildren Bjorn, Reykia, Galen, Lilia, Kara, Pietur, Elsa, Mekkin, Jonas, Stefan, Xavier, Jasmine, and Daniel; her great-grandchildren Hannah, Ken, Calla, Esben, Soren, Robin, Dylan, Hellen, Luke, Karin, Rosetta, Isabelle, Darius, and Katelyn; and her great-great-grandchildren Amelie and Jace.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the R.I.H.Emergency room staff, to Dr. Norman Kienitz and Dr. J.F. Chevalier, and to all of the amazing nurses of 5-North who provided wonderful care and made Al’s final time comfortable. Thanks also to the BC Ambulance staff who attended, for their caring service afforded to Al. Thank you to all the friends and neighbours for their warm thoughts and prayers. Al will be missed greatly by all. Due to the Covid-19 situation, and the present gathering restrictions, there will be no public funeral service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations, if desired, can be made to the RIH Foundation or to a charity of choice.
A virtual memorial service will take place 10:00 am, Saturday, December 19, 2020. Please email barbaramemorial96@gmail.com for an invitation to attend.
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Joseph Albert Gerald Maheux It is with a heavy heart the family of Joseph “John” Albert Gerald Maheux announce his passing on November 26, 2020 following a courageous battle with prostate cancer. John attended UBC where he graduated with a degree in Commerce. John went on to join the RCMP in 1975 where he proudly served as a police officer for 30 years, many of them spent working in the Commercial Crime section involved in some high-profile investigations. John retired in Surrey and moved to Kamloops where he loved to spend his days, making wine, fishing and up at the lake enjoying the natural beauty the outdoors brought. John enjoyed the phrase “it is what it is” and often shared his opinion whether you wanted to hear it or not. John was a fighter and was determined to “do something” for a better quality of life due to the cancer. John will lovingly be remembered by his surviving mother, Dorian (94 years), wife and best friend of 50 years, Joanne, his two children Brigette (Glenn) and Jason and his two grandchildren Cole and Brock. There will be no service at John’s request. Any donations can be made to Cops for Cancer.
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250-371-4949 Peter Savage Peter Savage was born November 20, 1932 in Sydney, Australia. He passed away at home on November 23, 2020 in Kamloops, BC. Peter leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Mabel and his six children: Monica, Christopher, Philomena, Evelyn, Patricia and Lilian. As well as their spouses: Eric Watson, Gordana BaricSavage, Harold Lang, Thomas Bennett, Jarett Loehr and Paul Speer. He was also a proud Grandad to his nine grandchildren: Helen and Aaron Watson, Tatjana and Darmir Savage, Kaitlyn and Christine Bennett, Olivia, Hermione and Paulina Loehr. Peter will also be remembered by his Australian siblings; Kevin, Mary and Maureen. Peter was predeceased by his son Frank, in 1987 and his sister Noelene; as well as his parents and numerous in-laws and cousins. After working across BC with CalVan Catering, Peter settled his family in Kamloops in 1968. He was employed as a baker for Super Valu and Erwin’s then finished his baking career at Canada Safeway in 1996 after twenty-five years of service. Peter’s bread and pies were the best, those who were privileged to benefit from his deliveries know this. Dad enjoyed conversation so thank you to everyone who took the time to listen to his stories or share a coffee. Peter was a devoted member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. He served his parish as a Eucharistic minister and he held a position on the O.L.P.H. school council for over twenty years. He was also a proud St. Ann’s Academy supporter since all nine of his grandchildren attended. Once he retired, Dad became an active member of the Kamloops Blazers Booster Club, and became known as the “button man”, selling player’s buttons during home games. He enjoyed tinkering with small motors and had many happy memories of fishing and camping with the family. Grandad’s taxi service was Peter’s true retirement job. Even at 88, he could out work just about anyone, and on his last day was out raking the final fall leaves. Dad, your work is done, the taxi meter and oven are turned off, the fix-it shop is closed and the gone fishing sign is up. Enjoy your rest; you will be missed and always be lovingly remembered. Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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Violet Rose Solmes On Sunday, November 15, 2020, Violet Rose Solmes (née Boyuk), loving wife and mother of four children, passed away at the age of 73. Violet was predeceased by her mother Rose, sister Dolly, and husband Terry. Violet was born on February 19, 1947 in Hamilton, ON. There she met Terrence Morton Solmes and the two were married in 1966. In 1968 they moved to Sudbury, ON, where they lived and they raised four children Billy, Brian, Bobby, and Tiffany. Violet and Terry happily retired to Kamloops in 1999. Violet was an avid and talented crafter and cook. She could often be found knitting, crocheting, or quilting gifts for her many relatives, friends, and neighbours. Violet kept up the family tradition of cooking delicious meals on holidays and for friendly gatherings. She loved listening to country music while she baked and was a true Elvis fan. Violet and Terry travelled across Western Canada and through much of the United States. In 2011, the pair fulfilled a lifelong dream, and went on an Alaskan cruise. Violet was a loving and devoted grandmother and friend. She took every opportunity to chat and offer a kind word to those she passed in her travels about town. She kept in regular contact with her family and faithfully wrote birthday and holiday cards to her many grandchildren. Throughout her life, Violet was involved in many community groups and programs including St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Kamloops. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a celebration of life will take place at a later date.
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October 5, 1955 - November 24, 2020
With profound sadness in our hearts, the family of Robert (Bob) Joseph Mattioli, announce his passing on November 28, 2020. After a complicated, and lengthy battle with heart disease, he slipped away peacefully surrounded with the love of his life partner, Lynne (Joyce) Gardner. Bob passed away at the age of 73, in Kamloops, BC. Dad was born in Kamloops, BC on February 14, 1947, to parents Tino and Julie Mattioli, the oldest of three children. He was predeceased by his father Tino in 2004, mother Julie in 2016, as well as nephew Trevor Frolek in 2001. He is survived by his life partner Lynne Gardner of Kamloops, BC, daughter Bonnie (Brodie) Kempton of Dundurn, Saskatchewan, and son Brian Mattioli (Julie Martel) of Canmore, Alberta. He will be deeply missed by his two grandsons, Logan and Barrett Kempton (The Bandits) he would lovingly call them. He is also survived by his two siblings, Donna (Ray) Frolek, and Rick (Philomena) Mattioli both of Kamloops, BC, as well as by several nieces and nephews. As a child, Dad’s dream was to one day join the RCMP, and like lots of young boys, he also dreamed of becoming a firefighter. As a young man, he turned his dreams into a reality and graduated from the RCMP Academy, Depot Division in Regina, SK in 1966 at the age of nineteen. During his time served in the RCMP, he lived in Banff, AB, where he met his wife Linda, the mother of his two children. He also served in Slave Lake, AB, where their first child Brian was born. After nearly a decade with the RCMP, Dad decided to take a chance and left the force in hopes of pursuing his other childhood dream. A move back to Banff, saw him managing a restaurant for a few years, when their second child Bonnie was born. In 1979, one more final move, this one back to his home town of Kamloops, BC where he became a full-time member of the City of Kamloops Fire Department. Dad was so proud of his career, and was promoted to Captain during his final years on the fire department. He was respected, hardworking, and liked by so many, and made several lifelong friendships. He will be missed by his close friends, Lorne and Fran Nelson, Jim Bell and Tom Dobrovolny, all friendships he made throughout his career. A special thank you to these people, who helped him, and visited so often. Dad absolutely loved the outdoors. In his day, he was an avid fisherman, hunter, and in later years enjoyed quadding in and around the Kamloops area with his friends. His passions were passed on through generations, for those of you who know Brian and Julie, you’d know they love to fish! His two grandsons inherited his hunting gear, and share his love for the sport. Dad was so proud of Logan’s buck, and will be watching over Barrett next season when he shoots his first one. Due to his declining health, Dad couldn’t travel much in retirement, but he just loved making the drive to Saskatchewan. He was able to stop to visit Brian and Julie in Canmore, then he and Lynne would continue on through the prairies, listening to old classic country and singing the whole way. I will forever cherish those visits, our morning coffee together, watching and listening to the symphony of geese flying over during our happy hour on the deck. We will always think about him any time one of us needs to buy new tires, Dad just loved to talk tires! There are no words to describe how much he will be missed.
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the sudden passing of David Neil Venables of Kamloops, BC on November 24, 2020. After a very short battle with cancer he is no longer suffering. In spite of his severe pain his “FAITH� remained strong. Dave was surrounded by his loving family as we celebrated his Heavenly Graduation. Truly a treasure in Heaven. We “ALL� look forward to seeing him again. Dave will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Valerie, his daughter Rachelle Dudley (Steve), his son Shayne Venables (Blair), his grandsons Dylan and Devin Dudley, his brother Bruce Venables (Maureen), and brothers-in-law Bob Riley (Teresa), Allan Riley (Sharmeen), and Rick Riley (Kathy). Dave will also be missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family, coworkers, and friends. We would like to thank Dr. Peter Loland and all the wonderful staff of 5-South for all their kindness and care. When it is safe to do so we will hold a Celebration of Life in Dave’s honour. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation at www.bccancerfoundation.com or Impact Ministries at www.impactministries.ca/donate/. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
A very loving thank you to Lynne, Dad’s best friend and life partner. He loved you so much. You showed him compassion and grace, and most of all unconditional love, right up to the very end. We are so blessed to have you in our lives, the boys adore their Baba. Many thanks to the first responders for their untiring efforts and kindness the night Dad left us. Thank you to all of the cardiac specialists, nurses and support staff on 7N at RIH for their professionalism over the years in caring for our Dad. A special thank you to Jackie Pelton, my lifelong friend who went above and beyond to make our Dad feel safe and cared for in the hospital during such uncertain times. Your many visits and professional consultations made him feel special and made a very difficult time, just a little bit easier. We appreciate each and every one of you.
DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE & WEEP
Our hearts are broken as we say goodbye, but we know he is now resting easy. We will move forward in our lives knowing he is with us always, like a guardian angel, and in our hearts forever. Due to the current health restrictions, the family hopes to have a celebration of life for Bob at a later time. Condolences may be expressed at Schoeningfuneralservice.com
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His gentle heart desired But to know the pleasure of To give and to receive The very precious gift of love.
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He listened to the music Of the birds that graced the trees. He frolicked with the butteries And raced the gentle breeze.
To love meant to be happy, And yet it also brought him pain; For those he loved could hurt him Again.. and yet again.
All this was just too much for him, He knew not what to do. That he was special as himself, Somehow, he never knew.
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