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ROYAL VISIT REMEMBERED
Thirty-five years ago this week — on Saturday, May 3, 1986, to be precise — Prince Charles and Princess Diana set the city abuzz with their Expo year visit, which saw the royal couple and thousands of their most intimate Kamloops friends get to know each other better at Riverside Park. “What a couple!” bellowed the front page of the next day’s Kamloops Sentinel, while the Kamloops News’ cover page exclaimed, “Wasn’t it a party! Charles, Diana take city by charm.” The above photo of Charles and Diana in Riverside Park was taken by Gordon Gore, the late founder of the Big Little Science Centre. To see more photos from the day, taken by Gore and others, along with recollections from those who were there, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com.
Proposed redevelopment of Pineridge Golf Course in Dallas is being tied up by a disagreement between the city and province over Trans-Canada highway access points to deal with increased eased traffic that would accompany hundreds of new homes. Hundreds of pages of documents obtained by KTW via Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act request show Pineridge Golf Course Development hired Bunt and Associates Engineering Ltd. out of the Lower Mainland to conduct a traffic impact assessment. A Feb. 25, 2020, draft assessment determined the 396 new homes (192 condos, 122 townhouses and 82 single-family homes) proposed would result in peak traffic flows to the Dallas Drive off-ramp and would lead to back-up of vehicles onto the Trans Canada Highway.
In addition, the assessment noted concerns about performance of a left-hand turn from Holman Road onto the highway, which does not currently meet performance thresholds of the city or province, specifically during peak morning times. The assessment states conversations with the Ministry of Transportation indicated a desire to close the Holman Road highway access. The assessment suggests the proposed development could be accommodated by extending Dallas Drive west through the development area, with a new, single eastbound highway exit replacing the two existing exits at Holman Road and Dallas Drive. Notes from an Aug. 14, 2020, meeting between the city and ministry, however, show the city does not support such a proposal, which it said would result in a new highway exit at the midpoint between Holman Road and the Dallas Drive/Todd Road roundabout. See CITY, A10
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Avoid driving downtown to pay your next City bill or fee. City drop boxes at the Tournament Capital Centre (TCC) and North Shore Community Police Office (NSPO) are now available to the public year-round for payments including taxes, utilities, dog licences, parking tickets, business licences, and more. These boxes are in addition to the primary drop box located at City Hall.
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taff at Rosethorn House are seeing progress in the mental health of residents, both anecdotally and through statistics. The 42-unit modular housing project for the homeless, downtown at 259 West Victoria St., opened in January of 2020, just two months before the COVID-19 pandemic was declared. Since then, Rosethorn has seen engagement in mental-health support services and street nurses rise from about five per cent of tenants to more than 70 per cent of those living there. Rosethorn manager of supportive housing Michelle Gauthier has seen many success stories among residents. “I’ve got one fellow, he’ll come and say it’s a really bad day today, whereas before a really bad day for him, he would potentially end up in hospital,” Gauthier said. “To be able to talk that out and find the words to work through that, as
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Daniel Hall has lived at Rosethorn since it opened in January 2020. He said the supports there have led him to the cusp of a year-long stint of detox and treatment in Prince George. “Rosethorn has never let me down — ever,” Hall said. MICHAEL POTESTIO/LJI
opposed to just having an outburst, I think that’s been a huge success.” Alfred Achoba, interim executive director of the Kamloops chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association, which manages the building, noted one
client who had a history of aggression, but has reached a state where she is engaged in programming and will greet people. Another resident, Achoba said, is looking into joining the City of Kamloops’ landscaping crew, while many others have secured employment, thanks to supports at Rosethorn. Achoba said the goal is to get people to a point in which they feel comfortable managing their mental health while being engaged with their community. Gauthier said she has seen some tenants struggling with mental-health issues come to Rosethorn and finally get the medication they were in need of, along with regular appointments with service providers. As opposed to being on the street and essentially on their own in seeking help, tenants at Rosethorn have access to services and referrals at their fingertips and staff is there to encourage them in seeking the supports they need in their lives through wellness plans. See PEER SUPPORT, A6
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Daniel Hall, who has lived at Rosethorn since it opened last year, said there are a variety of supports one can receive and there is always someone with whom to talk. “Rosethorn has never let me down — ever,” Hall said, adding he hopes more homeless people access the facility as he did. Hall is now at a stage at which he is ready to seek treatment for his crystal meth addiction and is excited to soon begin a year of detox and treatment in Prince George. “It’s time to get my normal life back on my shoulders,” Hall said. Gauthier noted one new tenant, Brian Grozell, 69, arrived about five months ago, struggling with his mental health and with living independently. In just a few months, she said, he has engaged in programs and is making progress. “He’s really thriving,” Gauthier said, noting Grozell had been living in a trailer prior to moving to Rosethorn. Grozell lauded Rosethorn as he has been able to get three meals
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a day and noted staff do regular checkups. Staff have seen the engagement levels in mental-health services rise amongst tenants at a time when such services were impacted by pandemicrelated social distancing restrictions. The CMHA keeps monthly stats on how many of its 42 Rosethorn residents have sought mental-health supports or been involved in street nurse visits — and those numbers have surged during the pandemic. Achoba said approximately 70 per cent of clients are accessing mental-health supports and 90 per cent are meeting with street nurses who visit in person. Prior to the pandemic, engagement levels were at about five per cent.
Achoba believes more resident are accessing supports — such as counselling sessions — during the pandemic as they are now offered via video conference, which tenants can do in the comfort and privacy of their own homes. “I think the pandemic has had two sides to it — one, it showed we need more [mental-health services], but secondly, it brought innovative ways for services to be delivered and people felt comfort having both,” Achoba said. He noted staff and fellow tenants have also played a huge role in getting residents comfortable addressing their mental-health needs. Achoba said staff stress to clients that it is OK to have a mental illness and he has seen new residents’ mental health improve by learning life skills from peers who have lived at Rosethorn for a while. That peer support, Achoba said, is something they hope to build on in 2021. The Canadian Mental Health Association is marking its 70th annual Mental Health Week from May 3 to May 9.
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Life after New Afton Early last year, New Gold announced an extension in mine life for the New Afton Mine to 2030, but that is not stopping a group of New Afton employees from leading an innovative project to mitigate the social impacts when operations inevitably do wind down in the future. Employees and a steering committee of the management team developed the Beyond New Afton (BNA) committee more than a year ago. “Mines have long been held to a strict standard pertaining to our environmental closure plans, but we’ve found there are few industry standards when it comes to the social impacts of closure and how we can
help reduce those impacts when we wind down our operations,” said Scott Davidson, the company’s manager of environment, lands and permitting. “That is what our BNA committee and our consultants seek to find out with our Beyond New Afton Project.” New Afton, a copper and gold mine about 10 kilometres west of Kamloops, employs 610 people, works with many contractors and suppliers and regularly supports local non-profit organizations. Because minerals are a limited resource, eventually the ore in the ground will be removed and an operation will close. Although the New Afton Mine is not
scheduled to close any time soon, the idea was to start the planning process now to be proactive. One of the BNA committee members is Korah De Walt-Gagnon, First Nations co-ordinator for New Afton. She looks at the project as a way of developing community-focused solutions and ideas by involving the community. “Our team knows that when we bring many diverse voices to the table, we have the opportunity to understand different perspectives and hear creative ideas,” De Walt-Gagnon said. The community is invited to take the survey at www.bit.ly/ BeyondNewAfton
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NO SIMPLE ANSWERS TO COMPLEX PROBLEMS A lengthy discussion at city council on Tuesday (May 4) about the issues of homelessness, addictions and mental health included many diverse views, but ended with the same conclusion — addressing the issues is more complex than most can even begin to realize. As Byron McCorkell, the city’s community and protective services director noted, there needs to more of everything — street nurses, outreach programs, treatment, housing, counselling and more. The problem, he told council, is a co-ordinated approach is needed and politicians need to talk to politicians. He said city staff are trying to do a job “with tools we are given and, quite frankly, they are woefully inadequate.” McCorkell noted society has changed faster than the systems in place, which cannot keep pace with speed of what happens on the street. The issues of homelessness, addictions and mental health have always been with us, and, unfortunately, always will be with us. The best we can expect from those at city hall is to keep working to convince Interior Health and the provincial government to f you want to know what is lend more help and continue to work on small victories. happening in schools, just On the other side of the spectrum, there have been success ask the students. stories emerging from the street — and some of them are feaIn 2018, SD73 launched tured on page A5 of today’s paper. the District Student Advisory The situation across the city is troublesome, but there is no Council, which consists of two easy solution, no one-size-fits-all fix. It truly is a situation that representatives from every secondwill take time to improve. ary school in the district, including Twin Rivers Education Centre, the Robert W. Doull Four Directions Program and Brock President Middle School. Aberdeen Publishing Inc. The council meets five times EDITORIAL DIGITAL DESIGNERS ADVERTISING throughout the year to discuss Publisher: Jackson Vander Wal Sales manager: issues and share input that each Robert W. Doull Ray Jolicoeur member gathers from their respecEditor: FRONT OFFICE Digital sales manager: tive schools. This input is collated Christopher Foulds Front office staff: Chris Wilson Newsroom staff: Lorraine Dickinson and shared as advice to the SD73 Digital sales Dave Eagles Angela Wilson Makayla Peverill board of education. Marty Hastings Marilyn Emery That’s the technical part of the Jessica Wallace Rosalynn Bartella council. As a trustee, I have the Sean Brady PRODUCTION privilege of sitting on this council, Michael Potestio CIRCULATION Manager: Manager: Lee Malbeuf along with my colleague, trustee SALES STAFF: Anne-Marie John Production staff: Heather Grieve. This is an amazing Linda Skelly Circulation staff: Fernanda Fisher group and its insights are extremely Jodi Lawrence Serena Platzer Mike Eng thoughtful and honest. Liz Spivey Dayana Rescigno Paul De Luca Prior to each meeting, the repreMoneca Jantzen sentatives of each school are tasked with some questions. In turn, they CONTACT US take these questions back to their Switchboard 250-374-7467 student body and get feedback. This Classifieds 250-371-4949 feedback is then shared at the counClassifieds Fax 250-374-1033 cil meetings. Classifieds@Kamloopsthisweek.com Here is a sample of what I have Circulation 250-374-0462 All material contained in this publication is “heard” this year: protected by copyright. Reproduction is Students were relieved to be back expressly prohibited by the rightsholder. in school after months of Zoom We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada. interactions. They missed their Nous reconaissons l’appui financier du gouvernement du Canada. friends, the structure, the learning Follow us online at kamthisweek and their teachers. The transition kamloopsthisweek.com kamloopsthisweek was challenging.
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They shared concerns about how to get their peer groups to take mask wearing seriously. They miss sports and other activities, but are deeply appreciative of opportunities that each school is offering to create safe connections. What else helped with the transition? Teachers. Teachers are heroes. Consistently we hear students are feeling more connected thanks to the extra effort of teachers who find ways to reach out to their students. That’s not to say all students feel this way. We’ve heard reasons why students at times disconnect. We’ve learned that the loss of sports and extracurricular activities has been challenging and has left kids feeling adrift. We need to listen to our students to find out how we can help bring
them back into the fold. In terms of overall well-being, students feel there is room to expand on doing check-ins with pupils. This is great feedback. There was positive feedback around meal programs offered at schools. Being fed and nourished is appreciated by students as they feel more mentally alert. Their voices are also being heard in regard to discussions around school dress codes, vaping, addiction and racism. On behalf of the board, I would like to thank our students, secondary learning services director of instruction Rick Keinlein and Sa-Hali secondary principal Rachel Sdoutz, as well as all teachers, administration and staff who work as part of SD73. The pandemic has been incredibly unkind, yet within our schools, there is great work being done by all. If anything, I hope this column leaves the reader with two thoughts: that our future is in incredible hands given the calibre of our youth and that we have some amazing staff who are helping our young caterpillars get ready for flight. Shelley Sims is a School District 73 trustee. SD73 columns appear monthly in the print edition of KTW and online at kamloopsthisweek. com. Sims can be reached by email at ssims@sd73.bc.ca. To comment on this column, email editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com.
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Editor: Re: (‘TNRD to decide how to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars in pandemic relief funding,’ April 28): I think it is shocking that the ThompsonNicola Regional District would even contemplate spending $412,000 of COVID-19 recovery money on a new meeting room. It shows taxpayers that the extravagant attitude to spending has not been changed by the recent revelations by KTW of ridiculously luxurious expenses incurred by the past CAO and enjoyed by the directors. Some members of Kamloops council who sit on the TNRD are partly to blame as they participated in many of those dinners and other expensive occasions without speaking up. It is gratifying, though, to see the Kamloops directors are at least asking for a delay in the decision to spend hundreds of thousands of dollar on a meeting room, but it should not proceed. There are so many organizations and businesses that have suffered greatly during the pandemic and they are the ones who should be getting the money. How about some help for non-profits that have experienced such difficulty in raising donations? Linda Scarfo Kamloops
WALKING DOWNTOWN IS THE GOAL Editor: As I was watching a film crew shooting on Victoria Street last week, I was directed to walk around the scene. It is encouraging to see this happening. As I continued on my walk, I also noticed the new patio extensions that have emerged and how many people were enjoying downtown eateries on a sunny day. Alongside so many others, I wonder why we still insist on having these four or five blocks of Victoria Street open to vehicles and why we are not using the streets for business and people. Many of my friends are business owners in the downtown area. I know some owners still advocate to keep vehicles and the few parking spots
on the street. Yet with many parking spots filled with patio extensions, perhaps now is the time to make the bolder decision to go further and create a truly pedestrianfriendly street. There is extensive research from many other cities that, after some initial resistance, core business areas benefit significantly from restricting vehicles and encouraging foot traffic. It proves to be a simple decision to keep vehicles to perimeter parking areas around the core. A surge of renewed interest by locals and enhanced tourism revitalizes these more attractive zones of activity and community life. The popularity of farmers’ markets and street festivals on closed-off streets
KAMLOOPS CAN DO BETTER ON BIKE LANES Editor: Now that bicycles have become a really big thing again, I’m really hoping the city will restart to work on bike lanes. We bought electric bikes this year, sold our old pedal bikes in one day and usually ride every day the weather is nice, but it is impossible to get to some parts of Kamloops.
We found a stretch of bike lane on Valleyview Drive and parts of a bike lane up Summit Drive, but compared to other cities where we have cycled — including Victoria, Kelowna and Penticton — there really is no safe routes to ride locally. With a huge spike in bicycle sales and such an influx of riders now, it seems like Kamloops is just not interested in providing
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The city cited concern for negative impacts on existing businesses resulting from the highway exit being moved. The ministry proposal would move the Highway 1/Dallas Drive exit about a kilometre west. Businesses next to the current Dallas Drive highway exit include a Petro-Canada gas station, a Subway restaurant and Market Fresh Foods grocery store. In addition, the meeting notes said the proposal would establish Nina Place as the only westbound access toward the city centre, posing risk if an emergency closed Nina Place. The city suggested Holman Road have a traffic signal installed or the Dallas Road intersection be made into a signalized, full movement crossing. The city also suggested the Dallas Road/Todd Road roundabout next to Pineridge could be widened, in order to accommodate the potential backlog of traffic. A September email from a Ministry of Transportation staffer to a City of Kamloops planner addressed the issue of signalization. “The ministry would not be in support exploring the potential for a signal at this time,” MOTI development officer Jennifer Powers wrote to city planner, Patrick Carroll, in an email dated Sept. 15., 2020. “The Trans-Canada Highway is an important corridor of which we try to limit access points and signals. We would request that the applicant look further into other options before assessing the feasibility for a signal.” Documents show the ministry is also concerned about a previous speed zone change near Orchards Walk in Valleyview, along with “concern with pushing this further east.” The ministry requested its preference that municipal traffic be directed to municipal roads. The city said connection of the Pineridge property to nearby Valleyview Drive is prevented by covenants in anticipation of the long-discussed Trans-Canada Highay bypass project. The province has for several years had on the books a highway extension proposed on the bench lands between Valleyview and Juniper Ridge. Powers’ September email also
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addressed that issue: “The MOTI is currently undergoing a planning exercise that will be assessing the feasibility of the bypass. That study is expected to be completed in the next year or so. It is not clear at this point if the bypass will be moving ahead or the timeframes for a decision. There are no current plans or projects that have identified the bypass as a project to be completed in the near future.” The issue appears to have escalated to senior officials later in the fall of 2020. In October, the city’s development manager, Rod Martin, sent a letter to the ministry’s Southern Interior executive director, Paula Cousins, suggesting and requesting support for signalization at Holman Road as a temporary measure, until a time when either the Trans-Canada Highway bypass is constructed or a connection from Dallas Drive through to Valleyview Drive could be completed. In addition, Martin’s letter requested support for widening the Dallas Road/Todd Road traffic circle. “In conclusion, unique constraints in Kamloops create a challenge for accommodating growth, including existing highway and rail infrastructure, flood risk and silt bluff hazard areas, topography and agricultural land reserve regulations,” Martin’s letter stated. “The city has considered these constraints, as well as a variety of factors in assessing this application, including neighbourhood connectivity, community development, existing business viability and
emergency planning and service provision. The city is of the opinion that the revision of the road layout is essential to effectively balance these priorities.” In response, Cousins said that while the ministry appreciates the city’s concern, “the province has made significant investments in upgrading the safety and capacity of the Trans-Canada highway and will need to ensure development and infrastructure changes support that initiative.” The city’s development director, Marvin Kwiatkowski, told KTW the city and ministry remain in talks. Pineridge Golf Course co-owner Dave Yard told KTW there is discussion about hiring an independent, third-party transportation engineering firm to determine a solution to the seeming traffic pattern impasse between city hall and the provincial government. Yard said once a solution is decided, costing will be determined. Meanwhile, the golf course will remain open this year and likely in 2022. The development has been years in the works and Yard said it is unknown when the proposal could move forward. He said the development would provide new homes and jobs. Of 75 acres of land, the proposal is to develop 30 acres of housing and the remainder is to be parkland with walking trails. Also included in the traffic assessment was recommendation for multi-use pathway, which could provide a safe cycling option in the Dallas area, as well as transit stops.
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Home sales frenzy continues in Kamloops area SEAN BRADY
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Kamloops realtors say they are on track to sell more homes than ever before as the real estate market continues to grow. April saw 382 residences change hands, about 60 more sales than has ever been seen in that month. April also brought year-to-date sales way up, to 1,305 — more than 400 higher than previous year.
For Kamloops, the average sales price in April for a unit of housing was $580,047, with $166.4 million worth of real estate changing hands last month. In 2021 to date, the average cost of a home in Kamloops has been $556,332. Back in April 2020, the Kamloops and District Real Estate Association (KADREA) saw what was really the only month that showed significant impact due to the pandemic. The rebound, afterwards, was swift.
But even when comparing sales to 2019 levels, sales for all home types are still up about 48 per cent, according to KADREA president Chelsea Mann. The forces driving up prices are supply and demand and Mann said it’s a combination of both that are driving sales. “But the supply levels are really a problem. We are seeing, however, more and more listings in the past couple months,” Mann said, noting this past April was the best in five years in terms of new
listings added. There were 526 new listings added in April. As of May 3, there were 633 active listings for Kamloops and district. “So that’s super positive. We just need to keep up with that and things should start to balance out a little bit,” she said. Although KADREA has only been tracking the postal codes of homebuyers in the region for 18 months, the data is already showing interesting trends.
So far in 2021, 37 per cent of all buyers are from outside Kamloops. “And we definitely have seen an uptick in people coming from other areas,” Mann said. Further evidence of demand is that buyers are paying more than the asking price and sellers are receiving multiple offers. On average, Kamloops homebuyers are paying two per cent above the asking price, equivalent, on average, to about $11,600.
Ten affordable housing units on the way to Tk’emlups The Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation will see 10 units of affordable housing built on its lands as part of a $10.8-million federal government housing initiative. The housing is for elders with low incomes. The funding is part of the $1 billion Rapid Housing Initiative the federal govern-
ment launched six months ago and which has seen, according to parliamentary secretary Adam Vaughn, MP for Spadina-Fort York in Ontario and parliamentary secretary to the minister of Families, Children and Social Development, 4,777 units of affordable housing built across the country. Along with the 10 units at Tk’emlups, the
Splatsin First Nation in Enderby will also see 10 units built, while the Shackan Indian Band near Merritt will be the recipient of 14 units of affordable housing. “It is a priority of our council and community to ensure that our most vulnerable members have a safe and affordable place to call home,” Tk’emlups Chief Rosanne
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City of Kamloops’ surplus fund at $15 million JESSICA WALLACE
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This year’s property tax mill rates were set this week and notices will be delivered around the Victoria Day long weekend, with taxes due in July. This year, there will be no delayed timeline to pay property taxes, but the city has sought to keep property tax increases low. City of Kamloops corporate services director Kathy Humphrey said the city continues to be concerned about the ability of residents to pay taxes during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Last year, we were really nervous and people came through and we were able to do what we were supposed to do,” she said. “But with lots of people having a really difficult past year and the pandemic still here, we are hopeful people will still be able to pay their taxes, but trying to be conservative to make sure that we can weather,
if people are late paying.” The city has passed a $175.5-million budget, funded by $118.8 million in property taxes, $30 million in user fees (utilities, building permits, recreational services, fines, parking and more), $22.5 million in grants and grants in lieu and $3.5 in investment revenues. In 2020, the city collected $116.6 million in property taxes. The city’s property tax increase this year is the lowest since 2006, according to Humphrey, at just shy of one per cent — 0.93 per cent. Humphrey said council approved cost-cutting measures, such as reducing temperatures in city facilities, and offset lost revenues during the pandemic using COVID-19 Safe Restart funding. Meanwhile, the city added two parks staff, due to increased parks usage during the pandemic, and cost of living increases were felt across the board. The city’s 2020 financial statement was presented to city council on Tuesday (after KTW press dead-
line) by its auditor, BDO Canada. It shows a general operating surplus in 2020 of $1.4 million. Humphrey said the surplus is small, considering assumptions and estimates made by the finance department during the pandemic. She said it is similar to previous years. The money filters into the city’s general surplus fund, which now totals $15 million. That money is not earmarked for anything specific and is utilized as a rainy-day fund. The city surplus comes amid deficit spending announced by the provincial and federal governments. Cities are not allowed to plan to run a deficit, but instead build up reserve funds for future use. Humphrey said the city’s reserves are “healthy.” “I think that we were very strategic last year in terms of spending from our reserves, but also setting aside money still into our reserves for asset management and for capital maintenance and all of those sorts of things,” Humphrey said.
She noted the significance of going a year without realizing any gambling revenue. The city usually receives $3 million per year in revenues from the two casinos in Kamloops, but Cascades and Chances remain closed due to the pandemic. This year’s mill rates per $1,000 of assessed property value are: • 66.60 for major industry; • 40 for utilities; • 18.95 for light industry; • 16.50 for managed forest; • 14.03 for farm. • 14.02 for recreational/nonprofit organization; • 13.59 for business/other; • 5.16 for supportive housing; • 4.64 for residential; Broken down, residential ratepayers will pay the bulk of the tab, at $76.5 million. Businesses will pay $31.5 million, major industry will pay $5.2 million, utilities will pay $3.3 million, light industry will pay $2.1 million, recreational properties and non-profits will pay $208,000 and farms will pay $78,000.
This year, the business class category used for offices, retail, warehousing, hotels and motels, reportedly saw negative market growth of -2.35 per cent. Humphrey said it may have resulted from vacancies amid the pandemic, as the value of such properties is based on rentability. The city has seen a slight uptick in the number of business licences issued despite the pandemic, but about a third of all such licences are now for home-based operations. DID YOU KNOW? Property notices include not only city property taxes, but also hospital taxes, regional district taxes and school taxes. To calculate the city portion of your property taxes, take the assessed value of your home, divide it by 1,000 and multiply it by your respective mill rate. For example, a house assessed at $500,000 would pay $2,320 in city property taxes (before the homeowner grant is claimed).
Ministry does not envision truck ban on Highway 5A JESSICA WALLACE
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The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure says it has no plans to ban semi-trucks from travelling Highway 5A. In a statement — following a decision last month by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District to support a request for a prohibition of non-local commercial truck traffic on the highway between Kamloops and Merritt — the ministry told KTW the route remains a “safe” highway for both commercial and passenger traffic. The ministry added it does not have plans to turn Highway 5A into a scenic route. “Commercial vehicles use Highway 5A for a number of reasons: local deliveries, economic opportunities (forestry, agriculture),
fuel reductions, preferable weather,” the ministry said in a statement. The ministry said it has spent $13.5 million in safety and reliability improvements on the highway since 2004 and that serious collisions have declined as a result. In 2004, there were 36 reported collisions along the route, the ministry said, compared to an average of 13 annual collisions per year between 2011 and 2019, with five on average involving commercial vehicles. In addition, the ministry said the speed limit was reviewed in 2014 and determined to be appropriate. Provincial Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement officers “frequently” patrol the route, the ministry said, and find commercial vehicles generally comply with posted speed limits. On April 22, the TNRD
board voted to support a request from Stump Lake Ranch for the ban. TNRD Area P (Rivers and the Peaks) director Mel Rothenburger said commercial truck traffic should be rerouted to nearby Coquihalla Highway, which is Highway 5. Five TNRD board directors were opposed to the ban. Merritt Mayor Linda Brown said highways are not meant to be private roads and that they are paid for by the public with tax dollars. The BC Trucking Association also opposed the ban, citing need for data-based decisions when it comes to route revisions and considerations, such as poor weather and spinoff traffic congestion. The ministry said it will continue to engage with the TNRD and local community to look for ways to mitigate concerns.
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Right-hand man in shootings gets seven years MICHAEL POTESTIO
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A Kamloops drug dealer with a history of criminal offences will spend almost four more years in jail for his role in drug-related shootings at a townhouse in Brocklehurst that left one man dead and a woman with gunshot wounds to the head. Gordon Braaten was sentenced in B.C. Supreme Court on Friday (April 30) after pleading guilty to manslaughter with a firearm in connection to the Feb. 15, 2019, shootings. He originally faced first-degree murder and attempted murder charges, but pleaded guilty in March to the lesser charge. His co-accused, Hugh McIntosh, stood trial earlier this year for the firstdegree murder of Jason Glover, 39, and attempted murder of Kelly Callfas, 52, and was found guilty. Justice Dev Dley accepted a joint submission from Crown prosecutors Andrew Duncan and
Sarah Firestone, and Braaten’s defence counsel, Jim Heller, that handed the 37-year-old Braaten a seven-year prison sentence, along with a lifetime firearms ban. Braaten has been in custody since March 3, 2019. When factoring in his 788 days in pre-trial custody — with 1.5 days’ credit for each day — he will remain in prison for the next 1,374 days. The Feb. 15, 2019, shootings took place over a drug debt. While he didn’t pull the trigger, Braaten was guilty of bringing about the violence that led to the shootings that injured Callfas and killed Glover. Dley accepted that Braaten was not aware a shooting would take place that day, but said it’s clear from the admissions that he took McIntosh with him with the intention of getting money from Callfas and to intimidate her and Glover into compliance, knowing McIntosh carried a gun on him and a reputation for violence. “This was a brutal, savage and
deadly encounter and, while the consequences may not have been anticipated by Mr. Braaten, he certainly put into motion the events that resulted in the tragedy,” Dley said. “It was intended to be part of drug enforcement measures all under Mr. Braaten’s direction.” In an agreed upon statement of facts, court heard Braaten, Callfas and McIntosh knew each other for years and were involved in the local illicit drug trade. Glover was Callfas’ roommate and not involved in her drug enterprise. Callfas owed money to her drug supplier, known as JD, with or for whom Braaten worked at the time. Callfas testified that in early February 2019, she returned home to find her front door kicked in and some $20,000 stolen — $12,000 of which she owed to JD. Braaten accused Callfas of knowing who stole the money, which she denied. On Feb. 15, 2019, Braaten and McIntosh went, to her home to find out who perpetrated the theft.
“It does not take much imagination to conclude the reason for attending and asking the questions was likely so that further retribution could be sought against those that had stolen the money,” Dley said. Braaten told Callfas and Glover to discuss the money in her basement bedroom, where he confronted Callfas, demanding to know who took the cash, which she again denied knowing. Braaten also demanded the money she owed JD. Callfas produced a pouch with about $8,000 in cash, which upset Braaten, who was expecting the full payment. McIntosh then entered the room and began firing, shooting Glover once in the back of the head and Callfas six times as she sat on her bed. Braaten was present when McIntosh opened fire. Shortly after they fled, Mcintosh returned to retrieve the pouch of money from Callfas. Both Callfas and Glover were
conscious following the shooting. Glover died the following day in hospital. MOM OF MURDER VICTIM SAID SON WAS GETTING HIS LIFE BACK TOGETHER Two victim impact statements were read into the record on Friday — one from Callfas and another from Jason Glover’s mother, Jennifer Hale, who was at the sentencing hearing with other family members. “They didn’t deserve to be shot. Jason was getting his life back together. He was happy. The last time I talked to him, he was just so happy. That happiness and potential future was taken away from him,” Hale’s statement read. Callfas’ statement read that she will never be the same. “Every day and night, I fear for my life and my family’s lives that someone or something will hurt us,” Callfas’ letter read. Bratten apologized to Glover’s family in court.
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No change in overdose death counts in province KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK
B.C. is again on pace for a grim record — the most overdose deaths ever recorded in one year. The latest statistics form the BC Coroners Service show the province recorded 158 such suspected deaths in March, tied with 2018 for the largest number of overdose deaths tabulated in that month. March’s data followed the 155 suspected overdose deaths recorded in February — the most ever registered in that month. Through the first quarter of 2021 (January, February and March), there have been 498 suspected overdose deaths in B.C. Last year after the first quarter, there had been 268 such deaths — and 2020 ended with the most overdose deaths ever in a calendar year, 1,723. Since the pandemic began in March 2020, there has never been a month with fewer than 100 overdose deaths in B.C. In Kamloops, there were seven suspected overdose deaths in March, bringing to 12 the number of such suspected deaths in the city this year. In 2020, Kamloops saw 60 overdose deaths, the most ever recorded in the community.
The average of 5.1 lives lost each day in the province makes March the third consecutive month in which the average number of daily deaths was above five. The 1,724 deaths recorded in 2020 worked out to an average of 4.7 deaths a day. of the 498 people to die of a suspected overdose this year, 69 per cent were between the ages of 30 and 59 and 80 per cent were males. Of the deaths, 56 per cent occurred inside private homes, 30 per cent occurred inside other residences (including social/ supporting housing, shelters and hotels/motels) and 13 per cent occurred outside. Fentanyl continues to be a factor in the continues spike in overdose deaths, with the powerful drug cited in 84 per cent of deaths this year. In 2020, fentanyl was involved in 86 per cent of deaths. The much more powerful drug carfentanil was cited in 48 of the 498 deaths this year. The arrival of fentanyl as a common additive to hard drugs spurred the overdose crisis and spike in deaths. In 2012, the drug was connected to five per cent of overdose deaths in B.C.
That percentage rose to 86 per cent in 2020. A review of completed cases from 2018 through 2020 indicates the top four detected drugs relevant to illicit drug toxicity deaths were fentanyl (87 per cent), cocaine (49 per cent), methamphetamine/ amphetamine (38 per cent), and other opioids (32 per cent). Sheila Malcolmson, B.C.’s minister of mental health and addictions, released the following statement in reply to the March report on suspected overdose deaths: “Stigma and criminalization are driving people to use alone, and the pandemic is pushing people further into isolation. “The illicit drug supply has become dramatically more toxic and, tragically, more lethal. The effects of two public health emergencies have taken an immense toll. People and communities are hurting and we will do more to stop this terrible surge of overdose deaths. Malcolmson noted government continues to work on overdose prevention services, outreach teams, nurses and making naloxone widely available, prescribed safe supply and nurse prescribing.
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ongtime Kamloops businessman, Franco Annicchiarico said he enjoys giving back to a community that’s been good to him for more than 50 years. Recently, Annicchiarico and his staff hosted a charity takehome meal event to give back to frontline workers during the pandemic, offering 1,000 meals through Colombo Lodge. The meal-for-two was served to Kamloops’ first-responders, doctors, nurses, paramedics and firefighters. Annicchiarico and some of his staff were on hand to serve meals in the parking lot of Colombo Lodge, as vehicle after vehicle streamed by, stopping to open trunks and have a hot meal of penne pasta with meat sauce and Italian sausages placed inside. They happened to come to the rescue of a woman whose tire went flat while in queue. Annicchiarico’s mechanics were quick to turn a wrench, sending the grateful driver on her way in short order. It’s that readiness to be part of the community that Annicchiarico has shown throughout his life. His foray into a lifelong study of auto mechanics began in a much more formal environment than most craftsmen experience. “In Italy, when you’re in Grade 9, you go into a four-year apprenticeship,” Annicchiarico said. “I was enrolled in Fiat school, being schooled not only in mechanics, but French, Latin, Italian and arithmetic.”
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After graduating at the age of 20, Annicchiarico was drafted into the Italian army in 1963, serving a compulsory 18 months, during which he repaired tanks, jeeps and military trucks. Following the death of his father, Annicchiarico left his work as a mechanic in Torino, Italy, with plans to immigrate to North America. He took a job with Ferrari in the U.S., but because of the ongoing Vietnam War, decided instead to come to Canada. “They gave me the visa in three weeks,” Annicchiarico said. “Because of my experience, my education provided two things: a background check to make sure I was not in jail and the health system.” After spending Christmas in his hometown with his mother, Annicchiarico made the decision to leave for Canada. “I landed in Kamloops on January 8, 1967, with a cashmere coat, Italian tie, Italian shoes,” he recounted.
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“It was 40 below zero here.” That next year, Annicchiarico met his wife. They married one year later and together raised four children in following years, In 1965, Annicchiarico borrowed $5,000 to open a BMW and Alfa Romeo dealership downtown at the corner of Seymour Street and Sixth Avenue. For the next two years, he would work 14-hour days, seven days a week. In those days, the streets of downtown Kamloops were home to many car dealerships and gas stations. The cost of gasoline was a mere 30 cents a gallon (about 7.5 cents per litre). He hired his first mechanic, and then another, as his business grew. Annicchiarico sold 21 BMWs and 20 Alfa Romeos within his first year — an ambitious achievement. Annicchiarico, 79, recalls Kamloops having many British and European doctors who had also moved to live in the city. Many shared his love of fine
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As Canadians commemorate Red Dress Day in Canada, local government leaders are keen on addressing the national inquiry on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) and the report’s 231 Calls for Justice. Marion Buller, chief commissioner of the report, visited Thompson Rivers University to discuss the inquiry in 2019 and suggested the municipality and the band should begin strategizing how they can address the report. Some of the recommendations, Buller noted, include better resourced First Nations police services, health care to be treated a human
right, the need for mobile services, safe and affordable transportation services, greater context when educating students about first contact and expanding legal aid. Direct action has yet been taken at the local level, but there has been engagement on the part of the band and the city is ready to listen. Tk’emlups te Secwepemc Chief Rosanne Casimir said the band on its own has not looked into how to implement the report, but it has been involved in discussions through other organizations, such as the BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN). Casimir herself, in March, made a motion at the BC Assembly of First nations to expand engagement on the national action plan for the report. “As a band, that is some-
thing we don’t have a department working on but what we do have is individuals who will be tasked to the various committees that are out there, advocating, supporting and participating,” Casimir said. Kamloops Mayor Ken Christian said the city hasn’t specifically addressed the report, but takes its lead from the Tk’emlups band, which it meets with twice a year to discuss myriad issues. “If that was their wish, to have a consultation on that, we certainly would,” Christian said, noting it is something that could also fall under the purview of the municipality’s community services committee. May 5 is Red Dress Day in Canada, and Canadians are encouraged to wear red in order to draw attention to
the more than 1,000 missing and murdered Indigenous women in Canada. Casimir said the band will be posting an online writeup and asking people to say prayers on their own for those who have been lost and their families on May 5 as gatherings remain forbidden during the COVID-19 pandemic. Christian said it is an important day for the City of Kamloops and ThompsonNicola Regional District to recognize, noting some of the victims have resided in this area. He said the day reinforces the need to focus on personal protection for Indigenous women when alone and in vulnerable situations and the need for an aggressive enforcement response for reports of missing First Nations women.
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A Kamloops grandmother wants to get the word out that not all customers are able to wear masks during the pandemic. The woman, who asked that her name not be published to protect her family, said her granddaughter has been through at least two stressful situations due to employees and customers of businesses not understanding the issues impacting people on the autism spectrum. Her seven-year-old granddaughter is on the autism spectrum and has sensory issues, which makes it difficult, if not impossible, for the girl to wear a mask. “I’m hoping to educate,” she said. “Everyone doesn’t understand the concept of someone being unable to wear a mask. When approached with no understanding and literally being bullied or attacked, we, as the caregiver, start to react with a hurt so emotionally deep that it appears as anger. It’s a fear of what’s going to be said next, or actions taken next.” Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and non-verbal communication. Autism Canada reports that the consensus among health professionals is that autism is a neurodevelopmental condition. In one incident, grandmother and granddaughter were in a Kamloops store when they were approached by a staff member who noticed the girl was maskless. “I whisper the same issue so that it’s not broadcast all over
and they understood and they left us alone,” she said. After collecting their items, the pair was standing in line at the till, on a blue social-distancing dot on the floor. “I’m explaining that this is our blue dot for social distancing because I’m trying to show her life skills and I’m telling her that this is what the blue dots are and we have to stay on it until the next blue dot is available,” the woman said. Right then, a customer ahead of them turned, held up her hand and told grandmother and granddaughter to steer clear. “She said, ‘Don’t come near me. You could bring COVID to me, I could take it home and I could kill my dad, my mom and my husband.’ And my little girl says, ‘I’m not a criminal.’ And I said, ‘No, honey, you’re sure not a criminal.’ I said, ‘That’s one really nasty lady.’” What followed was a situation with staff and another customer, all of whom had to be told why the seven-year-old girl could not wear a mask. By way of an apology, store brass later asked if they could arrange a special day for the granddaughter to shop. “And I said, ‘No, you can’t.’ I said you can educate your staff on autism and you can educate your staff on Dr. Bonnie Henry’s policy,” the grandmother recounted. “And I said that’s all we want. We don’t want materialistic stuff, so she said she would do that.” For two days after that incident, the grandmother said, her granddaughter wore rubber gloves at home as she was afraid she would spread COVID-19 to others. A second incident occurred in another store, where staff declined to allow the granddaughter in without a mask, even after having her sensory
issue situation explained to them. A compromise had the girl wearing a face shield while grandmother picked up her hearing aids. Staff said she was to sit in a chair and not touch anything. “And she’s got it (face shield) upside down and she’s wearing it backwards and she’s touching stuff and I kept saying, ‘Honey don’t do that, honey don’t do that.’ And, you now what? Unless you have an autistic child, you don’t get it.” That was followed by a confrontation later in the store in which staff insisted she wear a mask after being told why the girl could not do so. While this was happening, voices rose. “She put her little arms out and she said, ‘OK, OK, next time you guys be together. You be friends. I put my hands on her head and said, ‘Honey, people could so learn from you.’” “When we were done, we left. And by this time, I’m crying outside. I’m shaking.” She simply wants people to understand the sensitivity issue some people with autism have. “I would tell them if you’re a panicking person and you are afraid of this, then I think that you’re wearing your mask, you’re social distancing time, I’m social distancing, [granddaughter] is social distancing. Why are you afraid? We’re not touching you. We’re not coming near you. They have to understand that the sensitivity these people have, they’re real, they’re so real.” In May 2020, when recommending people wear masks in public to prevent the spread of COVID-19, national Chief Public Health Officer Theresa Tam warned against judging those who can’t wear them. “Be very aware of those with different types of cognitive,
intellectual disabilities, those who are hearing impaired and others,” Tam said. Dominique Payment, family support representative for Autism Canada, said people on the spectrum have trouble with sensory processing. They also have tactile, olfactory and nervous-system hypersensitivity that wearing a mask could aggravate,” she said. “It could cause some serious challenges. Because their senses are so heightened, it affects everything.” Payment has two children on the autism spectrum. One is anxious about masks because he associates them with having his teeth cleaned at the dentist, which he dislikes. “Unfortunately, this whole COVID situation and everyone wearing masks can cause some anxiety for these children because they are associating with not-so-positive experiences.” DID YOU KNOW? According to the Public Health Agency of Canada’s 2018 report, Autism Spectrum Disorder Among Children and Youth in Canada: • Among children and youth ages five to 17, the combined prevalence of autism spectrum disorder is one in 66 (15.2 children and youth per 1,000). • Males are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder four times more frequently than females — one in 42 males (23.9 per 1,000) and one in 165 females (6.0 per 1,000) ages five to 17. • More than half of children and youth are diagnosed by age six. More than 90 per cent are diagnosed by age 12. • For more information about autism spectrum disorder, go online to autismcanada.org.
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Demand sees Kamloops YMCA-YWCA create program for adults with anxiety LAUNCHED IN MARCH WITH THE SUPPORT OF A SOCIAL PLANNING GRANT FROM THE CITY OF KAMLOOPS, THE Y’S ADULT MINDFULNESS GROUP TEACHES ADULTS AGES 31 AND UP STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING THEIR WORRIES MICHAEL POTESTIO
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More than 200 requests in the past year citing stress from the COVID-19 pandemic spurred the Kamloops YMCA-YWCA to start a new program helping adults with anxiety. Launched in March with the support of a social planning grant from the City of Kamloops, the Y’s Adult Mindfulness Group teaches adults ages 31 and up strategies for managing their worries. The free program is a part of the Y Mind Initiative and is the first of its kind for the over-30 set as the association has for years offered similar youth (Y Mind
Youth for ages 18 to 30) teen (Y Mind Teen for ages 13 to 17) and pre-teens (Mindful Monkeys for ages 8 to 12). “We were often getting calls from people 31 and up who were asking, ‘Can you make an exception for me? Can I participate in this group? Do you have an adult group?,” Kamloops Y mental wellness director Jena Nickle told KTW. “That increased exponentially throughout 2020 with COVID.” Those couple of hundred phone calls and emails often came from parents of teenaged participants, inquiring about the service for themselves, Nickle said, noting those who made the requests generally cited job loss, worrying about loved ones and
anxiety over social interaction amidst COVID-19 as the cause of their stress amidst the pandemic. Nickle said there’s been a 54 per cent increase in the number of people the Y has served with anxiety management groups in the past year. Staffing has grown as well, with the Y adding three more counsellors last year to its previous complement of five. The programming is unique, Nickle said, as it’s geared toward people with mild to moderate anxiety. “A lot of counselling in the community is very much designed for those who are in that more severe category and there’s not much it there for people experiencing mild to moder-
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lives are what teach us the best lessons. It is like watching Sian Welch and Wendy Ingraham finish Ironman in 1997. Google “The Crawl” and watch them literally crawl, cramp and stagger as they help pull each other across the finish line. You will laugh and cry at the same time. Even though it appears unbearably painful, I am sure they look back on the event with pride on how they handled it. Going through divorce can be done respectfully. I hear people say they love their kids more than anything. If that’s true, then, hopefully, they put that love for their kids before the disdain and resentment they have for each other. I know some great lawyers in town who represent both parties together in a mediation rather than fighting back and forth. This way, you put it all out there together and come to a fair settlement. This time in your life is
ate [stress],” Nickle said. “And, with COVID, nearly everybody’s experiencing mild to moderate stress, anxiety and worries.” The group focuses on mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy, using evidence-based strategies to increase coping skills, Nickle said. Exercises include working through the seven components of acceptance and commitment therapy, with topics such as unhooking from and managing thoughts, identifying values and how to take steps toward them even if one can’t live fully in alignment with said values. The group also connects people with others experiencing the same types of concerns,
which is lacking amidst social distancing health orders due to the pandemic. Two adult groups currently meet via Zoom video conferencing, with space for up to 13 people. Spots are still available. No referral from a doctor is required, but people interested in joining the groups must undertake an intake process with a Y counsellor to determine if the group is a good fit. Each person also receives a complimentary health and fitness membership to their YMCA for the duration of the seven-week program. To contact the Kamloops Y about its adult mindfulness program or its youth groups, email mentalwellness@kamloopsy.ca or call Nickle at 250-319-6648.
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A student entrepreneur operating a growing Kamloops business is in the running to be named Student Entrepreneur National Champion in a competition organized by Enactus Canada. Friendly Composting was founded by Claire McLoughlin and Katie Forsyth just as the pandemic took hold in B.C. in March 2020. McLoughlin will make her pitch to an Enactus panel on May 12 and could take home a $10,000 prize. The service, which starts at $25 per month, offers weekly compost pickup and delivery of local goods, much of which one might find at the farmers’ market. McLoughlin, 26, is working on her master’s degree in environmental economics and management at Thompson Rivers University. She co-founded the company after growing tired of dumping food scraps in the garbage. “I thought, we can’t be
the only people feeling this. This is pretty crazy that we can’t compost if we live in an apartment,” she told KTW. After getting some friends on board and slowly opening up to individual neighbourhoods in the city, Friendly Composting has grown to more than 550 clients, with three fulltime employees and nine part-time drivers. McLoughlin said the company is now diverting about 3,000 kilograms of food waste every week. “Food waste is such a contributor to global warming and the proper processing of that can be a huge part in eliminating emissions, while also generating soil, which is imperative for food growth,” she explained. Composting at home is difficult without outdoor space. While the City of Kamloops offers yard waste drop-off sites, food scraps aren’t allowed. But, with the city currently considering adopting organic waste collection, along with its recycling and garbage pickup, the playing field
may soon change. “The city’s plan is more long-term, so I figure we can divert a lot of waste in the meantime,” McLoughlin said, noting she has had “really great conversations” with the city about its plans. While the city may serve single-family homes with collection, McLoughlin said her company can continue targeting multi-family residences and businesses. “We love servicing those because they don’t even have an option in their backyard. We have a handful of apartments on board, people in their apartments who do it themselves, and we’ve had stratas come on board and service the entire building,” she said. McLoughlin said she has also considered operating in other communities, but that remains part of the longterm plan. “It’s on the dream board,” she said. For more information on the company and its services, go online to friendlycomposting.ca.
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Y Dream Home tickets are now on sale project manager, with various CHBA-CI members chipping in Sales began a month later than with product and labour support. usual, but organizers are expectThe lottery also has a 50/50 ing another quick sellout of tickets draw component, with the pot for the Y Dream Home Lottery. being split between the winner The annual lottery has become and the Y. extremely popular in recent years, Bryce Herman, longtime with records for fastest ticket sellspokesperson for the lottery, said out being broken year after year in ticket sales began on May 4, about the past half-decade. a month later than normal. The Y Dream Home is the The delay is due to the pangrand prize in the annual lottery demic and its impact on protocols that also features hundreds of in use when the house was being secondary prizes. The home is built. built via a partnership between “If anybody has ever been the Canadian Home Builders’ around a construction site, usually Association and Thompson Rivers the last few weeks, or certainly the University’s School of Trades. last two or three months, people The 2021 grand prize is a are all tripping over each other, $650,000 home at 105-2575 Elston right?,” Herman said. Dr. in Westsyde. “You’ve got plumber in there. The 2,800-square-foot, twoYou’ve got the electrician in there. storey house was designed by You’ve got a painter and you’ve got Ivory Winston of Procad Designs a finishing carpenter. You’ve got all Ltd. and the interior designer was these teams in there and they’re Deanne Roberts of Fine & Dandy all tripping over each other. The Interiors. The house style is conlandscaper is out front and everytemporary craftsman. thing else. CHBA-CI builder Tom Eggers “Well, they can’t do that anySALESLtd. & INSTALLATIONS of Chimera Construction was more with COVID, so it has to be KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK
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The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is encouraging residents of the Kamloops area to register for the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzhe imer’s, an online fundraiser that is taking place throughout May. Due to pandemic-related gathering restrictions, the 2021 event will be a Walk Your Own Way initiative, meaning anyone anywhere in the province can take part. Throughout May, area residents can set themselves a challenge — such as walking, running or dancing — while fundraising to support people living with the disease and their care partners. An online celebration on Sunday, May 30 will end the month of activity. In past, the Walk for Alzheimer’s typically
took place in person in more than 20 communities across the province, including Kamloops. Funds raised during the event help fund the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s online programs, education and services for people in communities across the province. Last year, Canadians came together to participate in the first ever virtual walk, raising more than $5.1 million. Visit walkforalzheimers. ca to donate, register and set up a personal fundraising page to start planning how you are going to walk your own way. KAMLOOPS CONNECTION In Kamloops this year, the Walk for Alzheimer’s is honouring Anne and Mel Campbell, members of the community who have been affected by dementia. Mel’s philosophy is: “You
work hard and you get the reward for it.” When he and Anne look back through the old photo albums she made for each year of their lives together, this outlook couldn’t be more true. “There’s a lot of history,” Anne said. “Each album tells a story of the wonderful things we have been able to do together during our 55 years of marriage.” Among their proudest moments are raising their two children and seeing them graduate and begin careers of their own. Anne and Mel also welcomed grandchildren. Catching a 30-pound salmon also makes Mel’s list of achievements. “Sometimes Mel would go up to Bella Coola with a group of family and friends while I held down the fort,” Anne said.
Real Estate versus the Stock Market Our grandparents lived in Vancouver, purchasing their home on West 36th Avenue and Dunbar Street in October 1951 for $10,500. They lived there happily for many years raising their three sons, hosting countless holiday dinners and building a legacy of memories. As our grandparents grew older and their health began to fail, they sold in 1996. What is that property worth today? The 2021 BC Assessment was an impressive $3,617,000. We found it noteworthy that assessment values peaked in 2018 at $4,896,000. The true market value can often differ. So what does that return on investment look like? Well from 1951 to 2021, or 70 years, we have calculated the annualized rate of return to be approximately 4.9%. This does not factor in home ownership costs such as mortgage interest, insurance, maintenance and property tax.
RBC conducted research from January 1996 to December 2020 comparing real estate returns in several Canadian cities versus the Canadian stock market. Below are their returns:
1. 2.
January 1996 to December 2020
Annualized Rate of Return
Hypothetical Growth of $100,000
4.
S&P 500 Index (US Stock Market)
9.6%
977,811
S&P/TSX Composite Index
8.0%
679,251
Toronto
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487,618
National Average
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398,629
Vancouver
5.5%
383,650
Calgary
5.0%
338,209
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We believe owning a home is financially prudent Because a home is often ones' largest portion of their net worth, we encourage investors to diversify Historically the Canadian and US stock markets have outperformed real estate During certain periods, there can be over or underperformance from any of these three assets Written by Keith
Until next time…Invest Well. Live Well.
Source: RBC Global Asset Management; officialdata.org, 2021
How has Kamloops fared? According to crea.ca as of March 2021, the current year-to-date average sale price in Kamloops has grown to $522,184. Going back to January 2010, it was roughly $315,000. That growth of $207,184 in just over 11 years equates to an annual return of 6.0%, again before any costs. According to blackrock.com, the total return of the TSX during the same period was 7.4%. This does not factor in investment costs. We often hear "You can't lose with real estate." or "real estate is a better investment than the stock market." We like to remind all investors that:
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Walk Own Way in May Holding down the fort was no small task. Mel and Anne owned a successful electrical company in Kelowna and, after they retired, spent the next 24 years running a cattle ranch in the Shuswap. It was after Mel’s diagnosis of dementia that the couple decided to leave the ranch and move to Kamloops to be closer to family and medical resources. When Mel first started showing symptoms of memory loss, his doctor immediately referred him to the UBC Centre for Brain Health in Vancouver. By the time the Campbells returned home, the UBC Centre had already sent Mel’s referral to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. for support, requesting that the couple register for Minds in Motion, a fitness and social
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talk about the disease and accept the changes.” “Mel’s social,” Anne said. “He has a positive personality and he hasn’t lost this trait.” Their approach to life keeps the Campbells positive. “My objective is to have patience and understanding with Mel,” Anne said. “If you have acceptance and positivity, you’ll do well.”
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tep 4 requires making a searching and fearless moral inventory. Moral means looking at the “bad” things I did and who I had become. When drinking, I acted totally out of character. I lean towards introversion and, when first drinking, I received praise from others for being so outgoing. I was a quiet, shy and reserved teen who, in my mid-20s, became nasty and violent when drunk. I once grabbed a sharp steak knife and threatened to stab my 6-foot-5 linebacker-built boyfriend. This is not me. I rescue earthworms from pavement after a night of heavy rain. I cannot tolerate anything mean. I grew up not knowing violence, but this is
ASK AN ADDICT Ask an Addict is a column penned by Helena Paivenen, a Kamloops scholar with expertise in addiction issues and someone who is also an addict. The column is meant to inform and help, which is particularly important as we remain mired in an opioid crisis that continues to claim thousands of lives each year. If you have a question you would like answered, email it to editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com. Anonymity is guaranteed. where alcohol took me — abusing and being abused. Inventory requires taking stock of character defects. The literature suggests we start by identifying/listing our resentments — with whom we are, or have been, angry. This anger can also include institutions, such as government.
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I have heard many people claim they have no resentments, but with some reflection and time, these are usually unearthed. After this list is complete (to the best of my ability, as more is always revealed), I examine what part I played in each and every situation and what character
defect is revealed. Was it pride, lust, jealousy, insecurity or fear? What am I insecure about — finances or not getting my way? When looking at resentments, it can be difficult if it relates to past physical/ sexual abuse. In these circumstances, my part is often holding on to toxic anger and not letting go. This is the part over which I have control. Underneath, anger is usually pain, hurt and fear. These are the real emotions I eventually uncover. If I am truly pressed and cannot find anyone or anything to list in my resentments, I then look at my life, who have I hurt and what have I done in terms of my conduct and behaviour. When did/do I lie, steal or be/been deceitful or less than honest? Who do
I dislike and why? What am I ashamed of and what would I change? I take total stock of me in my life. Many react to the focus on defects, but I was not stellar when in my cups. There is a lot of talk in the rooms about the need to inventory good characteristics as well as bad, but my good traits never made me use/drink. In fact, our literature states we are egomaniacs with an inferiority complex. When in active addiction (which does not always require being drunk or stoned — think dry drunk), I overinflated myself and my capacity so as to compensate for feeling less than. It was not my assets that I drank over, it was my misery and pain. I often
couldn’t face what I did, so I tried to deny or hide from it. My good qualities, my assets, come forth by action and behaviour — not by mere recitation of them. In the 12 steps, I get to be honest for the first time in my life. I get to take responsibility and accountability for who I am and who I had become. This action of doing the right thing is what builds good character and, quite frankly, adult-like behaviour. For the first time in my life, I face the truth. I no longer hide from who I am. The 12 steps promise we will not regret the past, nor wish to close the door on it. We learn that our shadowy dark side can be our greatest asset if we work the 12 steps.
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tragic history of the Latvian people, its message is the same — if you truly engage with life, you are on a long, hard road. Hope is present in the form of talented artists committed to revealing that road. Sadness and anger are met with grace and equanimity. The piece written by Nina Rota that ends the program is our reward for the hard work. The KSO gifts us again.
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NOMINATION CATEGORIES: COACH Makes a positive contribution to their sport. Is exemplary in developing skills and confidence in participants. A role model who inspires and encourages high athletic achievement.
COMMUNITY BUILDER Someone who has taken the initiative to engage a variety of local residents in an innovative or new community project or event. The initiative may assist different groups to work together, address a gap in community participation, or result in a more inclusive, engaged community.
VOLUNTEER This individual makes a positive contribution to the community by volunteering their time to a variety of causes. They are dedicated to making a difference in several initiatives.
FRESH IMPACT AWARD This person has been in Kamloops less than 3 years but is already making an impact in the community in a leadership position in business, volunteer work or other community involvement.
YOUTH VOLUNTEER A youth that is 19 or under that makes a positive contribution in the community through volunteering. Someone who has committed to making a difference to an organization or individual.
MENTOR Makes a positive contribution by being a true leader. An influential counselor, teacher or educator that provides support or sponsorship. Demonstrates a high level of ethics and professional standards, is an inspirational motivator, excellent communicator, good listener and a reliable resource to the community.
COURAGE This person has risen above adversity or formidable challenges to become a success. As a result, they have had a positive effect on the people around them.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEADER Everyone is talking about the carbon footprint, but this award celebrates a person who is walking their talk, whether it be riding their bike to work year-round, reusing and reducing, and taking great steps in setting an example for others to follow.
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70th annual CMHA
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Survey: we are stressed, lonely — but hopeful
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he he COVIDCOVID19 pan19 pandemic demic is takis taking an emotional ing an emotional toll on people in toll on people in British Columbia, British Columbia, as 71 per cent of as 71 per centfeelof adults report adults report feeling so-called negaing tiveso-called emotions.negativeThe emotions. five most The five most common responses common responses across British across British Columbia were Columbia “worried orwere anx“worried or anxious,” “bored,” ious,” “bored,” “stressed,” “lonely “stressed,” or isolated”“lonely and, or onisolated” a positiveand, note, on a positive note, “hopeful.” “hopeful.” This is accordis third accordingThis to the ing to the thirdfrom round of data round of data the from the Assessing the Assessing the Impacts of COVIDImpacts of COVID19 on Mental Health 19 on Mental Health national monitornational monitoring survey, released ing survey, released by the Canadian by the Canadian Mental Health Mental Health Association (CMHA) Association (CMHA) in partnership with in partnership with UBC researchers UBC researchers to mark CMHA’s to mark CMHA’s 70th annual Mental 70th annual Health Week.Mental Health “TheWeek. theme “The theme of Mental Health of Mental Week this Health year is Week this year isour understanding understanding emotions,” saidour emotions,” said Jonny Morris, chief Jonny Morris, chief executive officer executive officer of the CMHA’s B.C. of the CMHA’s B.C. Division. Division. “It’s striking to to see“It’s thatstriking in the midst see that in the midst of feelings of worry, of feelings loneliof worry, boredom, boredom, loneli-31 ness and stress, ness andof stress, 31 per cent British per cent of British Columbians also Columbians said they felt also hopesaid they felt hopeful. All of these feelful. these feelingsAll areofimportant ings are important to acknowledge to acknowledge and, during Mental and, during Health Week,Mental we’re Health Week, we’reto reminding people reminding people be honest and realto be honest real about howand they’re about how they’re feeling.” feeling.” The CMHA The CMHA
noted emotions noted emotions represent inner represent innerThey mental states. mental states. They arise in response arise response to lifein events and to life eventsand and experiences experiences and can initiate changes can initiate in the body changes and in in the body and in behaviours. behaviours. Some emotions emotions areSome a positive experiare a positive ence, such as experifeeling ence, as feeling calm, such hopeful or calm, or secure,hopeful while others secure, while others are more challengare ing,more such challengas anxiety, ing, suchanger as anxiety, sadness, and sadness, anger hopelessness. and hopelessness. One’s emotional One’s emotional responses to signifiresponses tosuch significant events, as cant events, such as the pandemic, both the pandemic, both reflect and contribreflect and contribute to overall mental ute to overall health status. mental health status. “Good mental “Good mental health is not about health is not about being happy all the being happy all the time, but about time, but about having approprihaving appropriate emotional ate andemotional behavioural and behavioural responses to stressresponses stressors and lifetoevents,” ors and life events,” said lead researcher said lead researcher Emily Jenkins, a Emily Jenkins, a professor of nursing professor of nursing at UBC who studies at UBC who studies
mental health and mental health substance use.and substance use. “Sharing our very “Sharing our of very normal feelings normal sadness,feelings fear andof sadness, fear and worry is particularly worry is particularly important during important during this unusual time of this unusual time of stress, uncertainty stress, uncertainty and loss.” andResearch loss.” shows Research shows that putting negathat putting negative emotions into tive emotions words disruptsinto and words disrupts reduces activityand in reduces activitythe in the amygdala, the the partamygdala, of the brain that part ofresponses the brain that drives to drives responses stress and fear. to stress Theand actfear. of namact of namingThe emotions can ing emotions can actually help people actually help people feel calmer and help feel and help us allcalmer understand us all we’re understand what going what we’re going through. through. However, it is However, is important to itknow important to know when anxious feelwhen anxiousafeelings become cause ings become for concern. a cause for Feeling concern. anxious Feeling anxious is not the same as is not the same as having a diagnosed having a diagnosed anxiety disorder, anxiety disorder, but emotions give but emotions give us clues as to how us clues as to how we’re really doing. we’re really doing.
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tal health.” tal health.” The impact of impacton of theThe pandemic the pandemic on suicide rates in suicide rates in society is complex; society is suicidal complex; however, however, thoughts suicidal and feelthoughts feelings in theand general ings in thepopulageneral Canadian Canadian population remain elevattion remain elevated, at eight per cent, ed, at eight per compared to sixcent, per compared six per cent in the to spring cent in the of 2020 andspring 2.5 of 2020 2.5 per centand observed per cent observed nationally in prenationally prepandemic in 2016. pandemic 2016. Learn more Learn morehealth about mental about mental health and emotions at and emotions at mentalhealthmentalhealthweek.ca. If you are week.ca. If you are struggling, call the struggling, call the at Kamloops CMHA Kamloops CMHA at 250-374-0440. 250-374-0440.
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elcome to the weekly Kamloops Art Page. With the COVID19 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.
Eboni Samaha was the Grade 8 winner in St. Ann’s Academy’s photo contest. Look for more entries on future KTW Art Pages.
This acryclic artwork is called Dew Drops on a Maple Leaf and it was created by Alysha Castillo.
MEMORIES MEMORIES & & MILESTONES MILESTONES Happy 50th Anniversary Debbie and Ewen Topolnisky
The children of Ewen and Debbie happily announce their parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. Fifty years ago, Ewen Daniel Topolnisky and Debra Janice Graham fled the age-restrictive BC borders, to legally marry on May 3, 1971 in Calgary, Alberta. They have been blessed with 8 grandchildren. They are now both retired and loving the freedom of spending their time doing exactly what they want. Ewen’s working on his second project, a 1947 Chevy after completing his 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. Debbie is enjoying her time on many home projects and a few reno’s at the lake. Lake time is only interrupted by hitting the road with her sweetheart in their luxury coach. Congratulations Mom and Dad! We love you!
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osh Pillar sounded like a young man despondent last October, his voice cracking while answering questions about being passed over in the 2020 NHL Draft. “It is tough going back to that time,” recalled Pillar, the Kamloops Blazers’ forward from Warman, Sask. “I was hoping and expecting a different outcome. But as tough as it was at the time, it was actually kind of a blessing just because of how hard it pushed me to work in the summer.” Pillar, chipper after scoring twice in a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Giants last Tuesday at Sandman Centre, was in an introspective mood, willing to dissect the off-ice growth he credits for much of his improvement this season. “Over this past summer, I just matured a lot and learned a lot of normal people things I didn’t always have in my repertoire,” said Pillar, who is in his 18-yearold season and second in team scoring with 20 points, including nine goals, in 18 games. “Even one thing I’ve noticed, physically, is I can actually grow facial hair. It’s such a minor thing, but for myself, it just feels like I’m getting older, like I’m not such a kid any more.” Whiskers are not the only thing that blossomed during the off-season in Saskatoon. On-ice tools are sharper, muscle mass is meatier and major maturity strides are evident. “Probably the biggest improvement, for me, is his energy in the
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Anne Marie Watts, president of the Okanagan West Zone, said there is no mistaking where the majority of Okanagan Zone representatives stand on the seismic shift in B.C. high school sports governance that took ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW place this past Saturday (May Josh Pillar (left) has nine goals and 20 points in 18 games this season. 1). Watts, a longtime coach dressing room,” Blazers’ head am I eating? Am I drinking well?” and physical education coach Shaun Clouston said. Pillar said. “The downside of that teacher at Valleyview secondary who is also a B.C. School “There’s some more confidence is it’s kind of stressful a lot of the Sports [BCSS] director, said in his demeanour. He’s part of time, maybe tough to sleep or Okanagan representatives are our leadership group and he’s a things like that.” in support — nearly 100 per guy that speaks up a lot more in Overthinking hurt him last cent in the west, central and group discussions than he did season, he admits, most noticesouth Okanagan zones and last year. There’s been a change ably as it pertained to the NHL with a lesser majority in the in him on the ice and it probably Draft. north — of the new model. stems from his change off the ice. “I was so young and didn’t On Saturday at the 53rd It’s really great to see.” really know a lot,” Pillar said. “I In some ways, it’s not that hadn’t really learned how to han- BCSS annual general meeting, membership voted 73.3 per complicated — a lot can happen dle stress. The thing that’s going cent in favour of establishing between the ages of 17 and 18. A to help me is just going out and teenager is a year older. doing what I do — because I love a 54-person BCSS legislative But it is interesting to hear playing hockey and being around assembly to run high school sports and eliminating the Pillar, a right shot who stands six the guys. longstanding model of govfeet tall and weighs 176 pounds, “It takes my mind off the ernance, which saw 20 or so speak about the coming of age. stressful things and let’s me do volunteer commissions rule “I’ve always been a social kid, my job.” their sports under the BCSS but when you come onto a team Increased point production is umbrella. with a bunch of older guys, it’s always nice, but his value might The coach-led commiskind of weird,” he said. “It’s just be better indicated by trust sions — at least 15 of which nice having those people skills I shown in him this season. signed a letter opposing the developed over the summer.” Pillar is making the most of Pillar seems a deep thinker. first-line minutes and plays in all changes — are relegated to serve in advisory capacities. “Myself, who I am — and it situations, including as the only Among commissions with isn’t always a good thing, but it’s forward during a 6-on-3 penaltyrich histories are the B.C. just me — is I only kind of really kill situation last Tuesday, with Secondary Schools Football think about hockey. How am I Vancouver pressing for the late Association, B.C. Secondary going to make myself feel good equalizer. See IN NHL, A33 Schools Girls Basketball for the game tomorrow? What
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The Province newspaper reported on April 30 that the BCTF said it had not been consulted about its role in the new model. B.C. Secondary Schools’ Rugby Union commissioner Walter Van Halst spoke to the Province last week after learning the BCTF had not been consulted by BCSS. “It’s unbelievable,” he said. “All hell is breaking loose tonight. Everyone is stunned that this has happened. [B.C. boys high school basketball executive] Paul Eberhardt and I are outraged, but still in shock that someone could try to do something like this. The system of governance proposed is completely topdown.” Watts said 14 of 15 athletics directors in the Okanagan West Zone, which includes the Kamloops-Thompson school district, showed support for the new governance model
during a meeting last month, with one undecided. “The biggest thing for me is equity, in terms of male and female representatives on the legislative assembly and board and zone reps,” she said. “There is a huge push for that. In the past, if something contentious came up and the Lower Mainland supported it, that’s where most of the schools and votes came from. We often, in these outlying zones, felt like we haven’t been heard. Now we have the same number of votes as every zone in the province. That is big.” Watts, a teacher and coach for the past 30 years, said the new centralized system will be streamlined, user-friendly and benefit athletics directors across the province. “Navigating those two systems, and there is such a huge turnover every year, losing close to 30 per cent of our athletic directors … this will help and support our ADs so
much better and that will only benefit students in the long run,” Watts said. “We’re kind of the last province in Canada to go that route. We needed to go there. It needed to get done.” A proposal for the new BCSS governance model stated “We are lucky to have over 7,000 school coaches in B.C., for without them, school sport could not happen. However, with the significant increase of non-educators coaching in schools, we have seen an increase in decision-making centred on the purpose and philosophy of sport development, often with the narrow focus of a specific sport or sometimes only a specific tier. This is in contrast to the desired educational, multisport, organization-wide focus we strive to maintain.” Concern is easy to find among longtime coaches and executive members of longstanding commissions — where are the voices of
the coaches and commission members who have amassed experience and expertise over years of volunteering time? Eberhardt, speaking to Howard Tsumura of Varsity Letters: “I don’t understand why you would vote ‘Yes’ when voting ‘Yes’ means that you will never get to vote again.” Brien Gemmell, B.C. Secondary School Football Association commissioner, speaking to Varsity Letters: “My opinion is that it’s not something that we feel overall benefits the BCSSFA and football as a singular association, because we feel we do a very good job.” Watts and the BCSS are touting newly formed advisory committees, noting commissioners and others in leadership roles will have influential voices within the new structure. “If you’re a commissioner right now, let’s say a basketball commissioner, you could
transfer and become the chair of the new sport advisory committee,” Watts said. “We’re not losing commissioners, losing any of these sport bodies. They’re just evolving into something different. That’s why the sport advisory committees were created, so that coaches can sit on them. You don’t have to be an athletics director or a teacher.” Prominent tournaments, such as the boys’ and girls’ provincial basketball and rugby championships, championed and run by their respective commissions, will not lose steam under the new form of governance, Watts said. “Nothing will change,” Watts said. “Nothing will be cut back. We’re hoping that if you’ve been involved in the past providing that for students, that you’ll continue to do that. There are championships committees. You can be on sport advisory committees.”
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Hamming, Kaboni honoured Athletes from Merritt and Kamloops are among six Interior recipients of 2020 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Receiving the awards are James Hamming, a 20-year-old snowboard-cross racer from Kamloops who belongs to the Splatsin First Nation, and Clinton Kaboni, an 18-year-old field lacrosse player and cross-country runner from Merritt
who belongs to the Nipissing First Nation. “I’d like to thank my coaches, my teammates and especially my family,” Kaboni said in an acceptance speech. “This award is important to me because I want to promote change within my culture and community and just bring about values of success.” Said Hamming: “Thank you to Meghan Hebert for the nomina-
tion, thank you to my mother for financial support and thank you to I-SPARC [Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council] for organizing.” The awards are given to Indigenous athletes under 25 who are competing in performance sport and demonstrating a commitment to their education, culture and promoting healthy and active lifestyles.
Stankoven, Canada into semifinal Connor Bedard led Canada to victory over the Czech Republic in quarter-final action on Monday at the Under-18 World Hockey Championship in Frisco, Tex. The 15-year-old Regina Pats’ forward racked up five points, including two goals, in Canada’s 10-3 victory over the Czechs.
Logan Stankoven of the Kamloops Blazers tallied two points, including the game-winning goal at 10:59 of the first period. Canada will be in semifinal action on Wednesday against Sweden, a 2 p.m. start in Frisco. Finland and Russia will squareoff in the other semifinal.
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t is indeed disconcerting to realize that Anna Jarvis, the woman who campaigned tirelessly to get a proclamation passed for establishing an official National Mother’s Day in the U.S., would later call for its abrogation. As the ninth among 11 children, Jarvis got the inspiration to begin the annual tradition from a prayer she learned from her mother. Upon the death of her mother, Jarvis could not shake the small prayer out of her head. Starting with the Mother’s Day celebration in her own city of Philadelphia, Jarvis laboured hard and ultimately managed to get the day observed in 45 U.S. states before President Woodrow Wilson declared the second Sunday of May as a national holiday in honour of all American mothers. In the Bible, mothers were counted higher in the family by the Israelites. Jesus also placed his mother on a high level. On the cross, in spite of his pain and suffering, he showed his respect for his mother and made provision for her care. Among the many functions performed daily by mothers for which they are to be honoured: • Mothers love their children (2 Kings 4:1. In this passage, a mother loved her two sons so much that she did not want them to go into slavery under a creditor. She cried to a man of God for help. Today, many young people are under the slavery of Satan, sin and evil habits of various types. God has given the mothers the important responsibility to love their children not only by providing their physical needs, but by crying unto the Lord for their spiritual health so that they would be free from their enemies. Mothers, pray for the children if you love them so that God will have mercy upon them. In Mark 7:24-30, a mother came to Jesus requesting him to heal her daughter. Jesus, in turn, gave her some reason for not immediately healing the girl. But the mother continued with her request. She humbled herself so much that Jesus,
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sensing her great love for her daughter, healed the girl. If we humble ourselves and pray continually, Jesus will heal our generation and our children. The Holy Spirit will come down upon them. They will see visions and even prophesy. • Mothers comfort their children (Isaiah 66:13). In the Bible, God says, “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” Children need their mother as they grow up and face changes in lives. As they leave home, they may develop emotional problems. They need a friend with whom to share their problems. Mother is their best friend who can understand them and comfort them when they are discouraged in life, when they cannot cope with their studies, when they are not successful and when they can’t keep friendship. God has given special quality to mothers to win the confidence of their children, listen to them and counsel them so they would be comforted. When mothers don’t carry out their responsibilities, they lose their children. Then the children will find comfort in other people, things and places. Mothers need to give time to their children. They need a mom’s presence and comfort. • Mothers are a teacher’s teacher (Proverbs 31:1). Here the writer of this chapter is mentioned as King Lemuel, stating what his mother taught him. A mother is the first teacher in the family. She teaches the word of God. She teaches obedience and discipline in the family. I am sure that before taking
Samuel to the house of God, his mother, Hannah, taught her son to work hard, to obey the elderly and to listen when someone shares wisdom. A mother gave these lessons to Samuel, to whom God Himself spoke. With these qualities, God chose Samuel to be the priest in place of Eli. Hannah did not have to pay any donation to get the higher position for her son. She taught him, disciplined him and prepared him for his vocation in life. Our nation equally needs godly mothers. God gives much importance to mothers in the Bible, but mothers need to realize their important responsibilities and duties. Once Emperor Napoleon was asked, “What is the greatest need of the French nation?” He replied, “The greatest need of France is a nation of mothers.” Mothers can see from this answer (and from the Bible) how important they are. They can build their families and, thereby, the nation. As the saying goes: “The hand that rocks the cradle saves the world.” Sadly, the commercialization of Mother’s Day led Jarvis to detest the day for which she struggled to be recognized in honour of motherhood. She came to a point where she was arrested for causing trouble to sellers of Mother’s Day merchandises. During the last days of her life, Jarvis knocked on every door to get a petition signed to abolish Mother’s Day. She struggled to not let the real motivation and true spirit of Mother’s Day die. It’s high time to ditch the materialism behind the day and give our mothers what they deserve — love, respect and honour. Narayan Mitra is a volunteer chaplain at Thompson Rivers University. His email address is ryanmitra225@gmail.com. KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and can be emailed to editor@kamloopsthisweek.com. Please include a very short bio and a photo.
resiliency in battle A poem by Shobha Mitra
COVID-19, you have shown your fury in waves unseen Wreaking misery and sadness on faces in need With mutations and variants you want to hurt many more People crying for mercy when harmony should be fore Despite your pestilence, a resilience is awakening Tapping God-given talents to muster willful reckoning Resilience and hope, compassion and love Fruitful virtues descending from above From ocean to ocean, first responders we see Determined to fight for full recovery it be This unyielding unity, diverse as has been seen True angels from a Master working as a team Our guard up we’ll need to keep up to counter the blows Defenses being built, destroying you to the core COVID-19 you’ll go down in defeat Humanity will have prevailed even with heartfelt bittersweet memories. Shobha Mitra is a board member of Merritt Baptist Church.
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• 34 acre hobby ranch - Heffley Valley • Only 40 mins from Kamloops and mins to Sun Peaks • Grazing licence attached • Water licenses for irrigation and domestic use from McCLure Creek • New 300 ft registered well • 1200 sq ft of finished open concept living space • Basement development potential • Incredible views: valley, creek and property • Yard is fenced and nicely landscaped • 50 x 30 heated shop with two overhead doors • 17 x 35 lean-to for extra storage • 52 x 24 RV storage shed with 14ft ceiling and overhead doors • 90 x 45 open barn with 3 pens – great for calving, sorting, providing hay & shaving storage, plus an efficient corral system • All underground wiring with newer fencing and cross fencing
• Panoramic city, river and mountain view • Located in desirable Juniper West • Open concept design, large view windows, high end finishing’s • Large great room with gas fireplace • Custom kitchen from Excel, Kitchenaid appliances, quartz countertops • Hardwood floors • Stunning master bedroom with custom walk-in closet • Grand 5 piece en-suite with a freestanding tub, spacious shower and double vanity • Large Laundry space (same level as master) • Potential for 1 bedroom in-law suite • Landscaped with underground irrigation systems.
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798 7th street - Pride of ownership shows throughout this centrally located North Kamloops home. This would make a lovely family home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, partially finished basement and nice fully fenced yard. Within close proximity to schools, parks, rivers trail, shopping & conveniences. 2 wood burning fireplaces, single carport + room for additional vehicles. Nice upper level deck for summer enjoyment.$598,800
602 - 975 Victoria Street - Outstanding north west views await you at this top floor corner condo in Mission Hill. Conveniently situated on the Summit connector in South Kamloops. This one-owner unit features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, stainless kitchen appliances & washer/dryer. Pets & rentals allowed with restrictions. Move in ready with quick possession. $409,800
2356 Dunrobin Place - 1 owner home with lovely north views, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. A great family home with main floor laundry, nook off kitchen, family and games room down, plus 2 car garage on quiet cul-de-sac. $689,900
2504 Sunset Drive - Unique opportunity, this ranch style home of 1,703 sf is on a C4 zoned lot in East Valleyview. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, double garage + storage shed and ample parking on the fully fenced yard. $569,900
11-6000 Valley Drive - What a wonderful opportunity to purchase a one-owner townhome in the heart of Sun Peaks Village. Morrisey & Orient Express lifts out your door and village square a 10 minute walk. This 2 storey townhouse has 1,052 sf of living space with 2 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. Purchase price includes furniture and household items. Strata $476/mth, taxes $2,960/yr. Outdoor recreation right out your door, now that’s living! $799,800
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720 Sequoia Place - Spectacular 180 north, east & west views to be enjoyed from this well-maintained & updated home located in upper South Kamloops. This custom built home has a unique layout and many interesting features. The bright open concept of the main living area along with the generous window package is sure to please. Easy care yard with underground sprinklers, double garage & multiple decks for outdoor enjoyment. $885,000
684 Nicola Street $500,000
301 - 429 St. Paul Street - This is the sweet spot for downtown living. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom with in unit laundry, north east facing covered balcony, step saver kitchen with 4 appliances & under cabinet lighting, storage locker on same floor, 1 underground secure parking. Building amenities include elevator, intercom, mail room, rooftop terrace with BBQ, amenities room, bike storage, rentals allowed, hot water included in strata of $269.39/mth. $339,800
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405-120 VERNON AVENUE $279,900 • MLS®161766
46-1221 HUGH ALLAN DRIVE $339,900 • MLS®161522
27-1285 14TH STREET $399,900 • MLS®161628
602-429 ST PAUL STREET $425,000 • MLS®161187
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• Immaculate top floor 1 bedroom 1 bathroom unit in The Willows (55+) • 1 small pet allowed with strata approval, no rentals allowed • Quick possession possible
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815 MCGILLIVRAY STREET $549,900 • MLS®161499 • Move in ready 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home in great cul-de-sac location • Lots of parking in both front and back • Quick possession possible
385 CHERRY AVENUE $589,900 • MLS®161771
2656 BRIARWOOD AVENUE $699,900 • MLS®161778
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Sahali
Aberdeen
252 ARROWSTONE DRIVE $714,000 • MLS®161561
689 MONARCH DRIVE $749,900 • MLS®161836
2128 SHAUGHNESSY HILL $899,900 • MLS®161549
• Great central sahali location with 2+3 bedroom and 3 bathrooms • Large backyard with in-ground pool • Quick possession possible
• Rancher style home with 2+3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms • Central Sahali location close to all amenities • Immaculate inside and out
• 4 bedroom 4 bathroom home in very desirable Shaughnessy Hill • Very well maintained with many updates throughout • In-ground pool with flat & fenced backyard
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WEEKLY COMICS
ARCTIC CIRCLE by Alex Hallatt
PARDON MY PLANET by Vic Lee
BABY BLUES
SHOE by Gary Brookins & Susie Macnelly
by Rick Kirkman & Jerry Scott
HAGAR THE HORRIBLE
ZITS by Jerry Scott & Jim Borgman
by Chris Browne
WEEKLY HOROSCOPES
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, serving others is important, but it also is essential that you take care of yourself. Set aside time for some pampering or at least to enjoy some moments of quiet.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it is important that you take a stand one way or another concerning a relationship with someone close. Taking a stand will benefit both parties.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, stubborn minds can cause friction when they interact with one another, but you can be the mediator who steps in. Try to cool tempers and smooth things out.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
LIBRA
Expect things to go quite nicely for you this week, Cancer. More prosperity should be heading your way and all in all things will flow smoothly at home and work.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
MAY 5 - MAY 11, 2021 - Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, if you feel like you’re not getting the attention you deserve at work, you may need to plead your case to a new audience. See if you can move up the chain of command.
SCORPIO
It is time to get on the same page as others close to you, Leo. This could involve making some minor adjustments to your way of thinking, but it will be well worth it.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
- Oct 24/Nov 22
Your mind and energy levels are on an even keel this week, Scorpio. You have the perfect combination to get big projects done. Tackle as much as you can.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
Important lessons on balance are learned this week, Virgo. They involve how much of yourself you are sharing with others. You may need to slightly scale back the helping hand.
Sagittarius, it is alright to be a bit more selfish than usual for the next few days. You probably have tasks that have been put off for some time. Now is the time to get them done.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20 Your desire to get things done is only hindered by the free time you have. This might be an opportunity to take a personal day and catch up on your home life, Capricorn.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Give yourself some self-healing time, Aquarius. You have been juggling a lot of different things lately, which may have crowded your mind. Sort it all out.
PISCES
- Feb 19/Mar 20
Leave worries at your doorstep, Pisces. This is a week when the sun is always shining and everything seems to fall in place.
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CROSSWORD ANSWERS FOUND ON A33
SUDOKU
WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to puzzles
FUN BY THE NUMBERS
Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
ANSWERS
ANSWER: LEGAL
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Wrought iron beds $300/each. High chair $30. Cedar Hope Chest $400. Rocking chair $150. Oak dresser with mirror $475. 250-3728177.
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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 “DOZING LYNX” Robert Bateman 30 3/4”h x 43 1/2W Forest Green mat & dark green frame $250. 250-578-7776 “Power of One” Magnificent creation by John Banovich 43”hx50”wide brown wooden frame. $500 Firm 250-578-7776
PERFECT Part-Time Opportunity
1 Day Per Week Call 250-374-0462
Lost Lost: Natural Buckalder Walking Cane. It is varnished and has initials P.Z. burned in under crook handle. Reward. 778-471-3223.
Personals
1 - Box of Life Buoy hand sanitizer. $25. 250-3766607. Do you have an item for sale under $750? Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?
Call our Classified Department for details! 250-371-4949
Eagle coffee tables $100, JVC 3 piece stereo set $300 & speakers, sewing machine $50, beige rugs $100, recliner $75. 250374-8285. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $17,000/obo 250-3766607.
Looking For Love? Try your luck with 1x1 boxed ad $35 plus tax for 2 weeks. Price includes box number. Call 250-371-4949 to place your ad and for more details.
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Handcrafted bird houses. 250-376-2153.
designer $45/each.
Pressure washer $100. Battery charger $100. 48” table saw. $200. Angle grinder $100. 250-3748285. Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650. Fuel tanks - 1-300 gal and 2-100gal on stands. $300. 250-672-9712 or 250-819-9712.
No Businesses, Based on 3 lines Merchandise, vehicles, trailers, RV’s, boats, ATV’s, furniture, etc. $ 3500 Tax not included Some restrictions apply
Tax not included
GarageSale DIRECTORY Garage Sales
Garage Sales
BATCHELOR HEIGHTS Saturday, May 8th. 8am1pm. 1070 Norview Rd. Excellent variety. Something for Everyone.
NORTH SHORE Sat, May 8th. 10:00am 1:00pm. 662 Brentwood Avenue. Blended Family.
MT. DUFFERIN Sat, May 8th. 8am-4pm. 1721 Hillside Drive. 2Family. Hshld, computer parts, TV stand etc. NORTH KAMLOOPS Sat&Sun, May 8/9th. 9am-5pm. Ottawa Place Yards of Sale. Lifebouy hand sanitizer in boxes, fishing gear, pine trees, plants, stove top elements, dresser, chairs, pots & pans, dish sets, greeting cards from England, each plastic wrapped any size 12 for $5.00. Records, children’s clothing, new tires, antiques, eco art. Alum canoes, Early Birds are welcome to help set-up.
IT’S GARAGE SALE TIME Call and ask us about our GARAGE SALE SPECIAL ONLY $12.50 FOR 3 LINES (Plus Tax) ($1 per additional line)
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Garage Sale deadline is Tuesday 10 am for Wednesday Paper
Pets
For Sale - Misc 16ft Alum. canoe. $350/obo. 250-318-1547.
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EARN EXTRA $$$ KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city. Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462
Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.
Health
Free
WE will pay you to exercise!
Free: Queen size box spring with frame. 250573-1105.
Deliver Kamloops This Week
Furniture 8ft Antique Couch $900. Couch & matching chairs $200. 250-374-1541. Diningroom table w/8chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $800. 250-374-8933. Exec desk dark finish $200. Teak corner cabinet $100, Custom oak cabinet $200. 250-8517687.
Plants / Shrubs / Trees Scotch Pine trees smaller ponderosa in pots 2ft (50) $15 each obo 250376-6607
Wanted to Buy Used fishing gear plus rods and reels, reasonably priced. 554-1675. Wanted: VHS movies in good condition. 778-6945010.
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Commercial
CHOOSE LOCAL “Our Family Protecting Your Family”
PRESTIGE
LOCAL ALARM MONITORING STATION
KAMLOOPS ONLY ULC CERTIFIED MONITORING STATION FREE ESTIMATES FOR SYSTEM UPGRADES OR SWITCH-OVERS LIVE ANSWER | EFFICIENT COST EFFECTIVE | LOCAL COMPANY
10-989 McGill Pl. Kamloops
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No Businesses, Based on 3 lines Houses, condos, duplexes, suites, etc. (3 months max) $ 5300 Add an extra line to your ad for $10 Scheduled for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule. Tax not included. Some restrictions apply
Blinds Services
Blinds Services
MOBILE ULTRASONIC BLIND CLEANING & CUSTOM 250-540-2401 NEW BLIND advancedblindcleaning.ca SALES Concrete Services
Concrete Services
Luigi s Luigi’s SMALL
CONCRETE JOBS
BRICKS, BLOCKS, PAVERS, SIDEWALKS + PRUNING
F R E E E S T I M AT E S !
250.851.5079 • 250.554.1018 Farm Services
Farm Services
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR
- Regular & Screened Sizes -
REIMER’S FARM SERVICE
250-838-0111 Handyperson
Handyperson
No Job Too Small. Friendly Service. 15 years exp. Guaranteed. References.
DAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICES Renovations, Painting, Flooring, Drywall, Bathrooms, Electrical (Red Seal) & more 778-999-4158
www.danshandymanservices.net Handyman for hire. One call for all your handyman needs. Carpentry, drywall, painting, renovations, sheds, decks and fences and more Free Estimates. Blaine 250851-6055. Older Journeyman painter int/ext. houses to paint. Estimates Free. 250-2991260.
$1250 - 3 lines or less BONUS (pick up only): • 2 large Garage Sale Signs • Instructions
Based on 3 lines 1 Issue.. . . . . . . $1638
Tax not included
Tax not included
Landscaping
RVs / Campers / Trailers
PETER’S YARD SERVICE
2000 Adventurer Camper 8ft. New HWT, pump, battery, solar panel, skylight. $12,500. 250-299-9076.
Time to trim Cedar Hedges Tree pruning or removal Yard clean-up, Landscaping Licensed & Certified 250-572-0753
Lawn & Garden
2006 Dodge 2500 4x4 HD. w/1994 11ft. camper. $14,500/both. 778-2207372.
Run until sold New Price $56.00+tax
Renos & Home Improvement
Do you have a vehicle, boat, rv, motorcycle, ATV or trailer to sell? With our Run til sold specials you pay one flat rate and we will run your ad until your vehicle sells.* $56.00 (boxed w/ photo) $35.00 (reg. 3 line ad)
Renovations on construction, complete interior and exterior projects. Free estimates. 250-2626337.
*Some conditions & restrictions apply. Private party only (no businesses).
Gardens Rototilled. Tractor mounted tiller. Seniors discount. 250-376-4163. Reliable Gardener. 30 yrs experience. Cleanups & pruning. Call 250312-3986.
Security
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Automotive Tires
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Pirelli P7 Cinturato Run Flat tires on 17 “ BMW M series rims. $ 950.00. 250-819-0863.
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Classes & Courses HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. May 8th and 9th. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L May 16th Sunday. P r o f e s s i o n a l outdoorsman and Master Instructor: Bill 250-376-7970
RS5 Audi winter studded snow tires and wheels over 90% tread $1388.00 Call 250 319-8784
Motorcycles
Boats Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information
Elec boat loader by Dovetail. $1900. 10ft. fiberglass 2-man fly fisher c/w oars, elec motor, loading wheels. $1200. 250-679-3565.
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2006 HD Blue Dyna Low Rider. 23000kms. Mint condition. $10,000.00. Call 250-851-1193
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Sports Utilities & 4x4’s 1986 Bronco 2 4x4. 5spd, lots of repairs done. Project on-going. $2,400. 250-679-3565.
Acting on the instructions of the Trustee, Dodds will auction the Estate of a long time Resident of Lake Country.
Bid Online or Absentee Bids Accepted
Photos & link to saleswww.doddsauction.com @ doddsauction.com
DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259
Winfield Memorial Hall, 10130 Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country, BC
Bid Online or Absentee Bids Accepted 3311 - 28 Avenue • Subjectwww.doddsauction.com to additions & deletions
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DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259
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Vans 1997 Ext GMC Savana 3500. Work ready service van and tools avail. $9,500. 236-565-4767.
Rims
4 - BMW X5, X3 wheels like new. $590 Call 250-319-8784.
Utility Trailers All aluminum cargo trailer 7ftx14ft. $12,000/firm. Like new. 250-719-3539.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1:30 PM Tuesday, May 18, 2021 Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality Council gives notice that it will hold a virtual Public Hearing via Zoom and live streaming on the Municipal Facebook page to consider proposed Bylaws No. 0166 and No. 0167. Please contact the Municipality in advance if you wish to attend to receive the Zoom password.
Bylaw No. 0166 is to change Zoning Bylaw No. 1400 to rezone 1364 Burfield Drive (legally described as Strata Lot A, District Lots 5957 and 6281, KDYD, Strata Plan KAS3699), as shown outlined in bold on the subject map, from R1: Residential Single and Two Family Zone to R-1 with a site specific amendment to authorize one auxiliary residential dwelling unit (suite) in half of the existing twofamily dwelling (half-duplex Strata Lot A only).
What is Temporary Use Permit Bylaw No. 0167, 2021? Bylaw No. 0167 is to issue a Temporary Use Permit to allow tourist accommodation use (short-term/nightly rental) in 1 bedroom of the secondary suite at 1364 Burfield Drive (legally described as Strata Lot A, District Lots 5957 and 6281, KDYD, Strata Plan KAS3699), as shown outlined in bold on the subject map. The specific conditions are stipulated in the proposed permit, which form part of Bylaw 0167. All persons who believe that their interest in property may be affected by the proposed Bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing. Additionally, they may make written submissions on the matter of these Bylaws (via any of the below options) which must be received at our office prior to 4:00 p.m. on the 14th day of May, 2021. The entire content of all submissions will be made public and form a part of the public record on this matter. How do I get more information? A copy of the proposed Bylaws and all supporting information can be inspected from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (except statutory holidays) at our office from April 19th, 2021 until 4:00 p.m. the day of the Hearing; or please contact us via any of the below options. No representations will be received by Council after the Public Hearing has been concluded. Nicky Braithwaite, Interim Chief Administrative Officer
In Person: 107-3270 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0 Email: admin@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca Fax: 250-578-2023
The BEO investigates and seeks resolution to a variety of regulatory issues. This role has extensive contact with the public and liaises closely with regulatory departments within the Villages of Ashcroft, Cache Creek and Clinton. For a detailed Job Description, please visit: www.ashcroftbc.ca/employment/ www.CivicInfo.bc.ca/careers www.ca.indeed.com
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2012 Fuso Canter FE160. 6spd auto. Diesel. Big box 8x18 extra high with skylight. 2000lb power tailgate, S&M tires, A/C and CD. 189,000kms. $29,750/obo. 250-376-6607.
This position is in the CUPE bargaining unit with a wage rate of $27.47 per hour (2021 rates) and is based on a 7 hour/day, 4-day work week (2 days in Ashcroft, 1 day in Cache Creek and 1 day in Clinton). A fleet vehicle will be provided to the BEO stored at the Village of Ashcroft.
VIEWING: Thursday, May 6 & Friday, May 7
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Trucks / Heavy, Commercial
TERM – 2 Year Term PT - based on a flexible 28-hour work week
Tractors, Vehicles, Motorcycles, Metal Lathes, Milling Machines, Compressors, Drill Presses, Welders, Table & Scroll Saws, Thickness Planers, Metal & Wood Bandsaws, Power Hacksaw, Oxy/Act Torch Set, Sanders, Tool Boxes, Scales, Tractor Implements, Vintage Electronics, Collectables & Much More.
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2011 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD. Fully loaded. 5 passenger 2 row seating. C/W winters on rims, trailer hitch. 249,000kms. $9,500.00 250-319-5911
The Village’s of Ashcroft, Cache Creek and Clinton are hiring an Inter-Community Bylaw Enforcement Officer (BEO). This is an exciting opportunity to join the corporate services team.
Acting on the Instructions of the Trustee, Dodds will Auction the Estate of a Longtime Lake Country Resident. This sale will consist of two auctions.
2014 BMW X1 79,500 kms 2 1/2 yrs extended warranty left Must see excellent condition $ 17,500.00 Call or Text 250 571-5563
Inter-Community Bylaw Enforcement Officer
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Xaxli’p Development Corporation DBA Xaxli’p Development Ltd. Partnership P/O Box 520, Lillooet BC, V0K 1V0 Ph: (250) 256–4800, Ext. 1309 Fax: (250) 256–4803 Xaxli’p Employment Opportunity: General Manager Job Posting Xaxli’p is a St’at’imc community located in Fountain Valley, 15 km east of Lillooet, BC on Highway 99, with great community and economic development potential. The Xaxli’p Development Corporation (XDC) is seeking a full-time permanent General Manager responsible for management and supervision of the day-to-day operation of XDC and Finances. XDC is restructuring as this is a new opportunity, and strategically working to build on current strengths of industrial construction contracting, archaeological and environmental monitoring, traffic control, and agricultural diversity, while seeking new opportunities. Responsibilities: 1. Implement the XDC Strategic Plan 2. Effective communications between the Board of Directors, XDC Finance Manager, Contractors/Sub-Contractors, government agencies, other 3. Work with the Xaxli’p Economic Development Officer on economic initiatives 4. Work with the XDC Financial Manager to manage XDC budget and financial reports 5. Bidding on contracts, ie: procurement, equipment, increasing XDC opportunities 6. Work with Project Managers, Contractors/Sub-Contractors and material suppliers 7. Prepare and manage project budgets, cashflow and assets/inventory of equipment 8. Oversee daily Administrative, Personnel and operational duties 9. Ensure safety and human resource policies and procedures are current 10. Establish a recruitment and capacity/training plan for XDC employment Skills required: 1. Relevant certificates/degrees, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferably 5 – 10 years of experience in construction, trades and project management 2. Knowledge and experience in Procurement/Bidding on Contracts 3. Project Management and Supervisory skills 4. Communication skills – written and oral 5. Computer and Financially competency
DEADLINE DATE: May 21, 2021 Submit resume, cover letter and references: (prefer 3 and in Construction Trades)
ATTENTION: Sheryl Patrick: Mail to: P/O Box 520, Lillooet, BC, V0K 1V0 Deliver: Xaxli’p Administration office at 1433 Fountain Valley Road Email: xdcfinance@xaxlip.ca
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DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Reference #PPC-03-21/26
As per the Integrated Pest Management Act of British Columbia, Section 61(1) this is Public Notification that: Pembina Pipeline Corporation (Pembina) is performing vegetation management on its facilities, rights-of-way, and related infrastructure within the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality, Peace River, Fraser-Fort George, Cariboo, and Thompson-Nicola Regional Districts as a public and employee safety measure and maintenance procedure from the years 2021 - 2026, a 5-year program. Associated communities in these regions are Fort St John, Chetwynd, Prince George, Quesnel, Williams Lake, Clinton, Kamloops and other smaller communities. Select treatments including mechanical, manual, preventive and herbicides will be used at a low rate of application to control the growth of unwanted vegetation. This will reduce any potential fire risk, maximize public safety, and allow access to facilities and rights-of-way for maintenance and operational data collection. Pembina fenced facilities should only be accessed by authorized personnel. These select treatment applications may also be used in accordance with the Weed Control Act by orders from the B.C. Ministry or local jurisdictional authorities. Herbicides will be applied by backpack sprayers with wands and ATV with spray tanks and power nozzles. The trade name and active ingredient of the herbicides to be used are: • Trade names that are proposed for use in this integrated pest management plan: VP 480, Arsenal, Clearview, Milestone, Navius VM, Escort, Banvel VM, Startup, Garlon XRT, 2,4-D amine, MCPA amine, Esplanade SC, Lontrel 360, Torpedo, Gateway, Hasten NT, LI700. • Active ingredients that are proposed for use: Glyphosate, Aminopyralid, Metsulfuron-methyl, Aminocyclopyrachlor, Imazapyr, Dicamba, Triclopyr, 2,4-D, MCPA, Indaziflam, Clopyralid, Flumioxazin, Pyroxasulfone, Adjuvant, Surfactant. Copies of the pest management plan and maps are available at request. For more information please contact: Pembina Pipeline Corporation Attention: Ksenia Privalova, Specialist, Environment 4000, 585-8th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1G1 kprivalova@pembina.com Phone: 403-231-6325 A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of this IPMP may send copies of the information to the email address above within 30 days of the publication of this notice.
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Rte 310 – 651-695 2nd Ave, 660-690 3rd Ave, 110-292 Columbia St, 106-321 Nicola St. – 43 p. Rte 317 – 535-649 7th Ave, 702-794 Columbia St(Even Side), 702-799 Nicola St. – 39 p. Rte 318 – 463 6th Ave, 446-490 7th Ave, 409-585 8th Ave, 604-794 Battle St. – 27 p. Rte 323 – 755-783 6th Ave, 763-804 7th Ave, 744-764 8th Ave, 603-783 Columbia St(Odd Side), 605-793 Dominion St. - 50 p. Rte 325 - 764-825 9th Ave, 805-979 Columbia St, 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. - 64 p. Rte 327 - 1103-1459 Columbia St, 1203-1296 Dominion St. - 38 p. Rte 328 – 935 13th Ave, Cloverleaf Cres, Dominion Cres, Pine Cres, Park Cres. – 52 p. Rte 331 – 984-987 9th Ave, 1125 10th Ave, 901-981 Douglas St, 902-999 Munro St, 806-990 Pleasant St. - 34 p. Rte 335 - 1175-1460 6th Ave, 1165-1185 7th Ave, Cowan St, 550-792 Munro St. – 56 p. Rte 370 – Nicola Wagon Rd, 35377 W. Seymour St. – 36 p. Rte 371 – 125-207 Connaught Rd, 451-475 Lee Rd, 7-376 W. St Paul St. – 73 p. Rte 372 - 22-255 W. Battle St, 660 Lee Rd, 11-179 W. Nicola St. – 50 p. Rte 380 – Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. – 69 p. Rte 381 – 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. – 42 p. Rte 382 – 114-150 Fernie Pl, Fernie Rd, 860-895 Lombard St. – 23 p. Rte 384 – 407-775 W.Battle St, 260-284 Centre Ave. – 42 p. Rte 385 – 350-390 W.Battle St, Strathcona Terr. – 29 p.
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Rte 459 – Monarch Crt, & Pl. – 39 p. Rte 468 – 320-397 Monmouth Dr, Selwyn Rd, 303-430 Waddington Dr. – 57 p. Rte 471 - 100-293 Monmouth Dr. – 38 p. Rte 474 – Coppertree Crt, Trophy Crt. – 21 p. Rte 475 – Castle Towers Dr, Sedgewick Crt & Dr. – 47 p. Rte 476 – Tantalus Crt, Tinniswood Crt, 2018-2095 Tremerton Dr. – 50 p. Rte 480 – 3-183 Chancellor Dr, Sapphire Crt. Sheffield Way, Steeple Crt. – 48 p. Rte 483 - Breakenridge Crt, Cathedral Crt, Grenville Pl, 409-594 Robson Dr. – 59 p. Rte 487 – 201-475,485-495 Hollyburn Dr, Panorama Crt. – 76 p. Rte 492 – 2000-2099 Monteith Dr, Sentinel Crt. – 35 p.
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Rte 508 – 700-810 Hugh Allan Dr. - 49 p. Rte 511 – Drummond Crt. – 50 p. Rte 527 – Hunter Pl, Huntleigh Cres. – 27 p. Rte 528 - 1115-1180 Howe Rd, & 1115-1185 Hugh Allen Dr.-47 p. Rte 542 – Coal Hill Pl, Crosshill Dr, Dunbar Dr. – 58 p.
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Rte 580 – 1300-1466 Pacific Way, Prairie Rose Dr, Rockcress Dr. – 83 p. Rte 584 - 1752–1855 Hillside Dr. – 26 p. Rte 587 – Sunshine Crt, & Pl. – 51 p. Rte 588 – Davies Pl, 1680-1751 Hillside Dr, & Pl, Monterey Pl, Scott Pl. – 46 p. Rte 590 - 1397 Copperhead Dr, Saskatoon Pl. – 36 p.
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Rte 830 – Chetwynd Dr, Stevens Dr. – 55 p. Rte 831 - 4904-5037 Cammeray Dr, Mason Pl, Pinantan Pl, Reighmount Dr & Pl. – 61 p. Rte 832 - Bolean Dr & Pl, Chilco Ave, Kathleen Pl. – 58 p. Rte 833 – Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. – 44 p. Rte 838 – 4556-4797 Cammeray Dr, Strawberry Lane. – 62 p.
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Rte 603 - Chickadee Rd, Comazzetto Rd, Strom Rd, 1625-1648, 1652-1764 Valleyview Dr. - 40 p. Rte 606 - Orchard Dr, Russet Wynd, 1815–1899 Valleyview Dr. – 39 p.
Rte 607 - Cardinal Dr, 19092003 Valleyview Dr. – 33 p. Rte 618 – Big Nickel Pl, Chapman Pl, Marsh Rd, Paul Rd, Peter Rd, 24402605 Thompson Dr. – 58 p.
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Rte 701 – Freda Ave, Klahanie Dr, Morris Pl, Shelly Dr, 901-935 Todd Rd. - 87 p. Rte 706 – 1078-1298 Lamar Dr, Mo-Lin Pl. - 29 p. Rte 710 - 1350-1399 Crestwood Dr, Ronde Lane, 1300-1399 Todd Rd. - 43 p, Rte 714 – 1101-1247 Highridge Dr. - 44 p. Rte 750 - 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 31 p. Rte 751 - 5310 Barnhartvale Rd, Bogetti Pl, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr, 5485-5497 ETC Hwy, Viking Dr, Wade Pl. – 64 p. Rte 755 – 6159-6596 Dallas Dr McAuley Pl, Melrose Pl, Yarrow Pl. – 71 p. Rte 760 – 149-167, 6303-6697 Beaver Cres, Chukar Dr. – 62 p.
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Rte 4 – 727-795 Crestline St, 24122741 Tranquille Rd. – 71 p. Rte 18 – 919-942 Schreiner St, 2108-2399 Young Ave. – 55 p. Rte 20 – Barbara Ave, Pala Mesa Pl, Strauss St, Townsend Pl, 2105-2288 Tranquille Rd. – 48 p. Rte 24 – Dale Pl, Lisa Pl, 806999 Windbreak St. – 50 p. Rte 27 – Bentley Pl, Kamwood Pl, 1866-1944 Parkcrest Ave, - 62 p. Rte 32 – Laroque St, 1709-1862 Parkcrest Ave, - 65 p. Rte 137-144-244 Briar Ave, 106-330 Clapperton Rd, Larkspur St, Leigh Rd, 100-204 Tranquille Rd, Wilson St, - 55 p.
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Rte 206 – Dickenson Rd, Walkem Rd, 1835-1995 Westsyde Rd(Odd Side), Yates Rd. – 53 p. Rte 245 – Glendon Dr, Wawn Cres, Wawn Pl, 809-859 Wawn Rd, 32203234 Westsyde Rd. – 33 p.
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Business Oportunities ~ 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.
Employment BAMBOO INN Cook wanted. Willing to train the right person. Apply in person after 4pm. No phone calls please.
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 Looking for a meat wrapper to join our team. No experience needed, just a great work ethic and attitude. We are a provincially inspected Class A Abattoir with a farm to plate concept and are located north of Kamloops, BC. Valid Driver’s licence and reliable transportation a must. Benefits available. Part-time and full-time positions currently available. Please send resume to: rangelandjobap@ hotmail.com
Unique Employment Opportunity Valid driver’s license required F/T - $285.00 per shift
Falkland: 250-3069445 Training provided. Looking for an experienced meat cutter to join our team. We are located north of Kamloops, BC. Valid Drivers licence and reliable transportation a must. We are a newly established provincially inspected class A abattoir working with a farm to plate concept, and are in need of a full time, qualified meat cutter to start as soon as possible. Please send resume to: rangelandjobap@ hotmail.com
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FAMILY COUNSELLOR ASHCROFT, B.C. - PART-TIME 21 HOURS/WEEK
FULL TIME FULL TIME APPLIANCE REPAIR DELIVERY DRIVER TECHNICIAN Gord’s Appliance + Mattress Centre is seeking an Experienced Appliance Repair Technician to join our thriving business.
This position will appeal to an individual that is seeking a long term, stable career in the Kamloops area. The ideal candidate is someone who has energy, a unique flare for excellent workmanship and by nature, someone who enjoys his/her work. Previous experience diagnosing and repairing kitchen and laundry appliances is a definite asset. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and must be able to pass a criminal background check. Competitive Compensation Package
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948 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops, BC
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Delivery of appliances - Install Appliances - Customer service - Warehouse duties. - Loading and unloading trucks
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Join our small friendly team, 10+ hours per week. Training available. Wide variety of office duties. VALLEYVIEW MINI STORAGE #10 1967 ETC HWY, Kamloops B.C.
Please apply in person. 948 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC
CONTACT: YCS Selection Committee, 612 Park Drive, Clearwater, BC Phone: 250 674-2600 Fax: 250 674-2676 Email: info@yellowheadcs.ca Website: www.yellowheadcs.ca
Remuneration Successful candidate can expect a comprehensive extended health package and competitive wages with other similar agencies. This position will remain posted until filled. Only Short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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Gwyneth Margaret Lamperson Children’s Circle Daycare Society has an opening for a full time Early Childhood Educator. We are a Non-Profit Society striving for excellence in the care of our children and families. We are a play based centre that also uses emergent curriculum. We are a union centre and our wages and benefits are per the current BCGEU collective agreement. After 3 months, you would qualify for extended medical and dental benefits at no cost to you. We also offer matched RSP’s up to a certain percentage. Our daycare also subscribes to the new Wage Enhancement program, and you would also qualify for paid holidays after 3 months.
• Assistant Lodge Manager • Chef • Guest Services • Maintenance
Applications must hold a valid Early Childhood Educator License to practice and a current first aid certificate. The right candidate must enjoy working with children from Infants -5 years of age, have strong communication abilities, reliable, dependable, be able to work as part of a team and be creative.
Tell us about your self in a Cover Letter and provide qualifications in a Resume. employment@bellacoolahelisports.com
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Qualifications Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in a Health, Behavioral, or Social Science field relevant to the position. Two (2) years experience related to mental health and working with women and children directly affected by domestic violence is an asset. Current valid class 5 BC Driver’s License & satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Yellowhead Community Services Society is an integrated health/social service agency with the main office located in the beautiful North Thompson Valley serving Clearwater, Barriere and Ashcroft. Our agency is a grassroots organization that strives to bring excellent professional social/ health services to our communities.“YCS is an equal opportunity employer”
Bella Coola Heli Sports is an experiential travel company, located in the Bella Coola Valley. During the winter months we offer some of the world’s best heli-skiing, and in the summer months we offer a number of exciting activities from Tweedsmuir Park Lodge – via ferrata, scenic river drifts, and bear viewing. We are looking for fun, motivated individuals who are passionate about the area and hospitality.
The Perks: Free meals and housing available while on shift. Gratuities. Competitive pay. Discounts on our retail products. Heli-skiing (space and skill permitting). Career opportunities. A fun work environment with an amazing team! Schedule: 2-weeks on, 1-week off
Working with adults with children, there will be opportunities to provide workshops and other resources to clients. Sessions may take place in the office, in the family home, via phone or virtually. Appointments may involve some evening sessions.
- Ability to work well on your own as well as a member of a team - Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner - Ability to deal with customers in a passionate way. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Ability to work in a fast passed environment. - Class 5 driver’s license - Mechanical knowledge
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Gwyneth passed away on April 29, 2021 after a short illness. She was an extraordinary woman and we celebrate the remarkable and full life that she led. Gwyneth was predeceased in 2009 by George, her devoted husband of 48 years. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her children Ron (Rebecca) Lamperson, Joanne (James) Spooner, grandchildren Emma, Graeme, Christopher, Daniel, sister Joanne (Bill) Chennells, and her close friend and companion in later life, John Corbishley. Gwyneth was born in Cranbrook, BC and raised in Trail. She graduated from JL Crowe High School in 1954 and completed her nursing training at VGH in 1958. After they were married, she and George moved to Kamloops in 1961 where he established his legal career. After having children, Gwyneth continued to work on a casual basis as a RN at Royal Inland Hospital for many years. Mom was the pillar in our family and supported us in all of our endeavours. Mom had an adventurous spirit. Family trips were always active. Winter weekends were spent skiing at Tod Mountain and vacations often involved camping and hiking in the Rockies. She and Dad took up bike riding and had many memorable cycling trips in B.C., Alberta, California and Europe with close friends. She enjoyed her weekly outings with her hiking group over the last several years. Her love of travel started at an early age when, as a new nurse, she embarked on a six month trip to Europe. Over her lifetime she has returned there and travelled to many other parts of the world such as South America, Croatia, Egypt, Jordan, China, Machu Picchu, Galapagos Islands, Russia, New Zealand and Australia. Mom was kind, caring, gracious and generous. This is evidenced by the many close friendships she made and kept over the years. Mom loved to entertain friends in her home, she was active in St. Paul’s Cathedral, and greatly enjoyed attending the symphony, theatre and film festivals. Mom strongly believed in the importance of education, and created the George Lamperson Memorial Law Bursary and the George and Gwyneth Lamperson Law Scholarship at Thompson River University to honour our Dad and provide opportunities for students to learn in their chosen field of law. Most of all she loved her family and showed us by example the values of kindness, ongoing learning, travel and adventure.
She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. The family extends grateful thanks to the staff and volunteers at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice for the compassionate care provided to mom. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the hospice or a charity of your choice, in Gywneth’s memory would be appreciated. At Gwyneth’s request, a private family outdoor service will be held.
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Leanne Michelle White
January 30, 1974 - December 4, 2020 It is with a deep sadness in our hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Leanne (46) on December 4, 2020. Leanne raised her three children in Chase, BC. She had a passion for family, animals, baking, and cooking. She loved caring for other people which ultimately led to her chosen career as a care aide. Leanne’s newest adventures were just beginning. She was taking life one day at a time. She was making friends and creating new memories. She spent a lot of her time with her grandson Eli and hanging out with family and friends. Leanne had a contagious laugh as she slapped the table, threw her head back and let out giggles with a snort. She was fierce and ferocious and learning to love herself. Leanne loved to live it up; from relaxing home days with the squishiest bed full of blankets and mountains of pillows, to her spontaneous movie theatre dates, she jumped with both feet. Besides spending time with family and friends, Leanne had a passion for reading, caring for animals, baking, cooking, reciting nearly every Disney cartoon and more recently, travel. She had a trip planned to learn and explore her culture firsthand on the lands of her people in the Tataskweyak Cree Nation. Leanne had a bright and energetic personality and was known for her ability to sense when people needed her help. Leanne loved with kindness and gifts; a surprise visit with dainties on a cold fall day, a sweet pillow left on your doorstep, an unexpected gift in the mail because she saw something that reminded her of you. She touched many lives with her generosity and love. She is survived by her children Aaron Blacklock, Brenna Lynn White, Coltan Pixley and her dearest grandson Eli Blacklock, by her mother Margaret (Garry) Schaffer, her father Gerald (Sandra) White, her sister Renee (Marty) Young, a niece and two nephews. Leanne will be missed by all that knew her.
Carol Joan Gordonsmith Born March 25, 1934 Merritt, BC to Sid and Kay Wade. Went home to be with her Saviour on May 5, 2020. Predeceased by husband Malcolm 2014. Carol is survived by brother Barrie (Lise), children Mark (Kyle), Katherine (Mike), Dean, grandchildren Blake (Nicole), Nicole (Christian), Scott (Danielle), Shaun (Danielle), Rebecca (Kirk), Rhiannon, Eryn, Kaetlyn (Eddy), Andrew (Brittany), greatgrandchildren Kali, Cora, Aylee, Kaia, Nathan, Saskia, Kendra, Luna, nephew Michael, nieces Linda, Juanita. Special friends Olive, Marlene and Fidelma. As an RN Carol received an award from RNABC ‘For Distinguished Service and Outstanding Contribution to the Nursing Profession’. As the Director of Resident Care of Kiwanis Lynn Manor in North Vancouver her staff and patients said she was irreplaceable, a saint. Dedicated, very kindhearted and full of integrity. Spending time with family meant the most to mom after her faith. The Lord was her constant companion. Her unconditional love, kindness and grace was freely given. A rare and beautiful spirit with smiling eyes. Thank you to Dr. Johannes van Heerden, Berwick staff and Drake Funeral Services for the kindness they showed her.
“Well done good and faithful servant”. Rest well mom. We will always love you. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com
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On April 30, 2021, I lost the love of my life and my best friend, Michael Thomas Joseph Quigg. Mike passed away in Kamloops, BC, at the age of 58. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Mike is survived by his loving wife Helen, his children Melissa and Chris, their spouses Marty and Brandi, and grandson Ethan. Mike is predeceased by his parents, inlaws, and sister Maggie. He is survived by siblings Mary, Paul, Helen, twin Marlene, Colin, Carey, their spouses, and many extended family members. Mike was a man of few words but showed his love by, working to make his families life easier. There was no doubt that his family came first. Mike was extremely proud of his children and really enjoyed being a grandpa. Mike enjoyed fishing, travelling to Mexico, trips with the kids to Disney, his dogs and relaxing in the pool soaking up the sun.
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Edie - mother, wife, grandmother, friend, lover, quilter, animal lover, traveller, auxiliary volunteer, Gold’s girl, healing touch practitioner, pilot, and educator passed away on April 25, 2021. Edie touched the lives of many people in her journey. She was a gentle soul and gave of herself to so many. A tip of the hat to Dr. Chahal for her caring and compassion. Sadly missed and forever in our hearts. Brayden, Daiman, Tara, Wendy, Larry and Kesha
In the early 80s Mike started working at Highmont in Logan Lake, BC, where he obtained his Millwright certificate. When the mine shut down, he went up north to Mackenzie, BC where he worked for Finley Forest Products. In 1986, Mike moved his family back to Kamloops and started working at Highland Valley Copper. After 34 years of service and dedication, he retired in November 2020. He loved his job and co-workers. A Graveside Service will take place at Hillside Cemetery on May 10, 2021, at 1:00pm. We love you, we miss you, we will never forget you, you will always be in our hearts.
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Shaunna Lee Buchy 1972 - 2021 It is with profound sadness, sorrow & loss that we announce the passing of our beautiful daughter Shanna Lee Buchy in Kamloops, B.C., on March 26, 2021. Shaunna was born May 28, 1972 in Kimberley, B.C., to Kathleen and Vic Buchy. Shaunna excelled in everything she did from academics, sports, work as a dental assistant, gardening, cooking, and even carpentry to the finest detail. Shaunna will be remembered for her strength of character, her kindness, and big heart. She always looked for the best in everyone. I know that she will continue to live in spirit with us all, with her bright smile, her big heart, and her compassion for others. Shaunna was a mother, daughter, sister, aunt,
and a friend to many. She leaves to mourn her two sons Owen Coty and Zenan Coty, her parents Vic and Kathleen Buchy, brother Tom Buchy (Lori), nieces Alysha and Kaila, and numerous aunts, uncles, and many friends. A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to SPCA, food bank or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Services. Condolences may be expressed to the family from: www.myalternatives.ca
A LIFE REMEMBERED As some people journey through life, they leave footprints wherever they go; footprints of kindness and love, courage, and compassion, humor and inspiration, joy, and faith Even when they are gone, we can still look back and clearly see the trail they left behind – A trail bright with hope that invites us to follow.
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Brenda Ellene Redekopp The family of Brenda Ellene Redekopp (née Duncan) is saddened to announce her passing after a brief but brave battle with cancer. First, we must express our boundless gratitude to Dr. Van der Merwe and the many professional caregivers at Deni House who tended to Mom in her final days with dignity and tenderness. Mom was a BC girl and lived in many cities across BC, but Kamloops and Williams Lake were always home. A professional woman (and fashion plate) Mom spent the majority of her career with the Royal Bank. She started as a teller with CIBC and rose to Branch Manager and mortgage broker. Mom created many long lasting friendships with colleagues and clients alike. Left to cherish her memory is her lifelong friend and husband of 15 years, James Redekopp. Jim, thank you for taking such good care of Mom all these years, we love you. Mom is survived by her sister - her best friend and partner in crime - Diana (Dee Dee) Hook. Aunty DeeDee, how can we have we ever thank you and cousin Tammy for the precious time we’ve shared with Mom these past few weeks? Lastly, Mom leaves her pride and joy, her children; son Jim Flux Jr. (children Evan and Kyle) and daughter Lisa Flux. Mom’s legacy is hard to encapsulate. She was beautiful, bold and fierce, but also a true lady - very sensitive and gentle. Renowned for her sense of humour, she was quick to flash her megawatt smile and oh, that rapid fire wit! Mom loved anything beautiful and elegant, like her. Mom loved to cook, loved to eat, loved to feed, and loved to entertain friends. Sparkle. Mom Sparkled. Your heartfelt condolences and memories have warmed our hearts beyond measure. Mom was blessed to have connected with so many wonderful people. We thank you for keeping her “Sparkle” alive. In lieu of flowers, we encourage donations to the charity of your choosing.
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Patricia Joan Pyevach (née Stewart)
September 5, 1933 - April 26, 2021 During the late evening of April 26, 2021 our dear Mother, Wife, Sister, Grandmother, GreatGrandmother and Friend Pat left us and went to her Lord and Saviour. She is now an angel looking over us. Pat was born in Kamloops in 1933 and lived in Kamloops her whole life. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband Nick of 68 years, her daughters Linda (Ron), Nikki (Terry), Kathy (Ross), her six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and her sister Mary. She will also be missed by many friends that she acquired over the years. Pat was a selfless, loving wife and mother who always had a smile on her face even when times were tough. She had a quiet strength and the most comforting hugs. She never complained and always valued and appreciated what she had. Over the years Pat enjoyed spending time with friends and family at Okanagan and Shuswap Lakes, golfing and playing bridge. She also loved to paper tole, do word search puzzles and play solitaire on her computer. And what a cook! Her coleslaw was loved by all. She will be missed beyond words. We hope you are snuggling with Ellie and have received a thousand kisses so far. Until we meet again. We love you!!!! In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Also please direct any messages of condolence to the on-line obituary at DrakeCremation.com
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Maureen Patricia Powell (née Gillies). Born in Kamloops March 7, 1933, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2021 in her home surrounded by family. Survived by her children Kevin (Linda), Danny (Liana), Erin, Todd (Judy), Colleen (Kent), and Kellie (Craig). She also leaves behind fifteen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, her sister Margaret, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. After graduating from Kamloops Senior Secondary School she began working for the BC Forest Service. Shortly after she met her future husband Thomas Powell who was a lacrosse playing Trail boy. They married in October of 1954 and then moved to Trail and had four children before moving back to Kamloops. Once settled, Maureen started working again at the BC Forestry Service and went on to have three more children. Mom will always be remembered for her endless strength and love in looking after her family. Her retirement years were spent with her husband travelling and seeing different parts of Canada and the U.S. After our dad passed away mom was still up for adventure with her kids. White water rafting down the Thompson River, falling off sea-doos in the Shuswap, flying down alligator infested waters on an airboat in New Orleans, touring around different parts of Texas, visiting the Grand Canyon and taking an old elevator shaft down into the deep pits of a mine in Arizona. One of her favourite pastimes was that of caring for her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She was the centre of our universe and loved family gatherings either at her house where we could admire her beautiful garden and flowers, or at Shuswap Lake where she was surrounded by love and laughter. She was ever so thankful to end her journey on this earth being cared for by those who loved her most.
We will miss you dearly Mom. She is predeceased by her husband Thomas Edward Powell who passed away in 1999, and her son Thomas Edward Powell Junior in 1971, as well as her brothers Bob and John, and her sister Eleanor. Special thanks to Dr. Miranda Du Preez, Interior Health nurses and care aids, as well as her pharmacists. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Memorial donations made be made in her name to the Canadian Cancer Society by calling 1-888-939-3333 or online at https://support.cancer.ca/site/TR?px=13853330&fr_id=20868&pg=personal In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com
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It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Karen Simpson of Kamloops, BC. Karen will be forever missed by her daughter Dawn and Ted Tomniuk; granddaughters Corrina Tomniuk, Chantelle and Steve Coughtrey and great-grandchildren Faith, Seth, Kash and Tessa. As well as her brother Kent (Cy) and Cathy Simpson, nephew Tom, and niece Connie. A celebration of life will be held at a later time. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
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Douglas Michael Bonner Douglas Michael Bonner passed away peacefully in his sleep the morning of April 24, 2021 of natural causes. Doug is survived by his wife Wendy Bonner, his son Jesse and wife Brett, grandchildren Brooks and Leo, his daughter Samantha and husband Samuel King, his sister Shirley Crosby and family, his sister Marlene and husband Chuck Nelson and family, his sister Judy and husband Roy Devereaux. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com
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It is with heavy hearts that the family of David John Hunter announce his sudden passing on April 29, 2021 at the RIH-ER in Kamloops.
We are saddened to announce the death of Joyce Lorraine Snider on April 15, 2021, at the age of 90.
Dave will be forever remembered by Bonnie, his loving wife of 46 years; daughters Jennifer Hunter (Angus Beaton) and Lana Hunter; granddaughter Claire Beaton; brothers Ron Hunter and Bob (Donna) Hunter, sister Carol (Ron) Dunlop; uncle Arthur (Elaine) Hunter and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Joyce was the youngest daughter of Muriel and Fred Fowler and was born March 3, 1931 in Smithers, BC. Joyce is survived by her son Robert (Sheryl) of Kamloops, BC, daughter Jill (Jack) of Vanderhoof, BC, and three grandsons: Robert, Andrew and Jonathan French. Joyce also leaves behind her devoted friend John, loving niece Sandy and many other caring nieces, nephews and friends.
Sadly, predeceased by his parents Bruce and Elinor Hunter; in-laws Grace and Norman Yaeger; uncle Lance and aunt Gladys McCormac; aunts Muriel Hunter and Edith Doucette; sister-in-law Lorraine Yaeger and nephew Ron Hunter Jr. Dave was a man of many hats. From a farm boy, logger to land baron, Dave did it all (he even had a monogram shop where the whole family got involved). Growing up in Armstrong, BC, he developed a love for the great outdoors and an endurance for hard physical labour. Being a lucrative farming community there was never a shortage of work. Picking asparagus twice a day in the spring, picking fruit and harvesting hay throughout the season as well as helping out at Johnson’s pig farm. The work at Pridham’s dairy was not always a success; yes Dave, cows are quite sensitive to noise and quick movements...no milk today! Always wanting to help out and keep busy, he and Edith decided one day to wash and wax grandpa Willis Hunter’s brand new car with none other than floor wax!... quite the disaster.
Joyce was predeceased by her husband Douglas, her sisters Mary and Muriel and brother Bob. Joyce greatly enjoyed her golfing, bridge and curling friends as well as those friends she met through her many years of volunteering. There will be no formal service by request. Should friends desire, donations can be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home.
After high school and summer holidays, time was spent with his dad as part of the logging crew (this he loved). Money was so good that he bought his first Olds Cutlass Sport! In 1969, Dave journeyed west to Vancouver to complete courses and start the BCIT Forestry program in the fall of 1970. There he met his Bonnie Loree (Yaeger) from Kelowna who was taking the X-ray program. The year 1974 became the biggest change yet, with the start of his own logging company and an October wedding! Two daughters Jenn (1977) and Lana (1980) arrived on the scene much to his delight. He was a loving and dedicated father, ensuring his girls experienced all the joys growing up (everything from camping and snowmobiling trips, making their own sling shots, woodworking and chores with dad). Many fun years were spent in Rayleigh, the best neighbourhood to raise kids in his mind. Good friends and neighbours were always there for numerous adventures. The year 2003 brought another move to Vernon to be closer to Bonnie’s mom. Living on the lake was a dream come true for the fisherman in him. His final years brought Dave and Bonnie to Chase, BC; living a retired lifestyle. Dave had a love of nature and creation. His creativity was evident in his woodworking creations and his artwork. Several of his family and friends have live edge wooden pieces to remember him by. Fishing was one of his favourite hobbies. Even a diagnosis of progressive MS in 2006 didn’t stop him from living life. He adapted and managed to continue enjoying these passions right until his final days. Dave (dad) we are going to miss your positive outlook on life, genuine kindness, unconditional love, supportive nature, humble demeanor and of course the funny stories. We know how much you loved us; this will keep us strong. We will love and miss you forever more. Until we meet again. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca
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Fly Me He understands every mode of force He knows what’s true of the elements He is subtle but genuine at lift off and landing He is an airplane ride blowing through the clouds He is an airplane window that reveals a whole dimension He is a propeller to delve farther deep into the universe like fractals He is an airplane grounded in the sky mighty with fuel He is an airplane engine efficient, sustaining and swift He is a wing of a plane that stabilizes my lift He has an open storage to keep the baggage balanced on flight He has a trap door that releases the body of pain He has a water tank to keep the peace Here is a safe place to crash
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