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About 85 students and faculty took part in a march on Monday at Thompson Rivers University, calling for the university to place senior executives Matt Milovick and Larry Phillips on leave with pay while allegations of harassment are investigated. MICHAEL POTESTIO/LJI/KTW

AMID INVESTIGATION, A CALL FOR TRU TO ACT JESSICA WALLACE STAFF REPORTER jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

They were masked and stood in silence on the Thompson Rivers University campus on Monday afternoon, holding signs that said “We believe you,” “TRU is on stolen land” and “The power of the people is stronger than the people in power.” “It has been all-encompassing it’s-about-f—ing-time energy,” TRU student Olivia Holmes said when asked what it has like to be on campus the past week, since KTW and CBC Kamloops broke the news of an investigation into a multi-faceted complaint by at least 13 current

and former TRU staffers against two senior administrators. The university’s board of governors is investigating after TRU vice-president of finance and administration, Matt Milovick and associate vice-president of people and culture Larry Phillips were accused of actions related to racism, misogyny and bullying. On Monday, about 85 Thompson Rivers University students and faculty marched from the Clocktower Building, where administration offices are, to a locked Human Resources Building. Philosophy professor Jenna Woodrow chairs the Thompson Rivers University Faculty Association’s equity committee.

She said that, since the story broke on KTW’s website on Nov. 23, many people said they should do something as part of an appetite for justice on campus. Woodrow explained the silent march was intended to symbolize the silencing that often happens to victims. She said the turnout was more significant than anticipated. The TRUFA equity committee released a set of calls to action, including providing safety and healing for people on campus. The committee is also calling for Milovick and Phillips to be placed on paid leave, pending the results of the investigation. See COMPLAINANTS’, A16

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as part of an appetite for justice on campus. Woodrow explained the silent march was intended to symbolize the silencing that often happens to victims. She said the turnout was more significant than anticipated. The TRUFA equity committee released a set of calls to action, including providing safety and healing for people on campus. The committee is also calling for Milovick and Phillips to be placed on paid leave, pending the results of the investigation. See COMPLAINANTS’, A16

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2022 City Calendars The 2022 City Calendar will NOT automatically arrive in your newspaper this December. One year ago, Council made the sustainable choice to print the calendar inhouse for those who love it and use it. Calendars will be available for pick-up soon at any of the following City facilities:

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2022 WINTER ACTIVITY GUIDE

Council Calendar In-person public attendance is permitted. Masks are mandatory. Virtual attendance via Zoom is also an option.

The Activity Guide is published three times per year and offers a wide range of courses and programs for people of all ages and abilities. Save your hard copy of the 2022 Winter Activity Guide found in today's issue of Kamloops This Week. Registration starts on Tuesday, December 7, online at 6:30 am online (10:00 am phone or in person).

December 6, 2021 1:30 pm - Civic Operations Committee Meeting December 9, 2021 2:00 pm - Community Services Committee Meeting

Ways to register: • Go online - to register online, visit Kamloops.ca/PerfectMind. Be prepared! You will need to have a PerfectMind account before you can register. • Call us - call our Customer Relations Representatives at 250-828-3500. Please note that due to COVID-19, programs and courses listed at the time of print may be cancelled or adjusted in accordance to recommendations set out by the Government of Canada, the Province of BC, viaSport, and the BC Parks and Recreation Association.

December 9, 2021 10:00 am - Committee of the Whole 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting 7:00 pm - Public Hearing Please note: All meetings are now being held in Council Chambers at 7 Victoria Street West.

For more information and to view the guide, visit: Kamloops.ca/ActivityGuide

The complete 2021 Council Calendar is available online at: Kamloops.ca/CouncilCalendar

Council Meeting Recap Sign up for the Council Highlights e-newsletter at: Kamloops.ca/Subscribe

Notice To Motorists Please use caution when driving in the vicinity and obey all traffic control personnel, signs, and devices in the following area: • Summit Drive Whiteshield Crescent South to Notre Dame Drive • Mission Flats Road To stay up-to-date on road work projects, visit: Kamloops.ca/Kammute

Seniors Light Tour This event has been cancelled for 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in an effort to keep seniors, volunteers, staff, and BC Transit drivers healthy and safe.

Yard Waste Site Closure Reminder to residents that the Bunker Road and Barnhartvale Yard Waste sites close for the season on December 1, reopening March 1, 2022.

GIVE LESS WASTE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON The holidays can generate a lot of waste that ends up in our landfill. Gift giving, decorations, cards, wrapping paper, and more—it all adds up. There are many ways you can reduce waste, including the following: • Give memories and experiences instead of "stuff". Memories last much longer than things, and experiences of all sizes—from tickets to a play or sports game to horseback riding or cooking lessons—make great gifts! • Send love in an email instead of a card, reuse cards from prior years as gift tags, or send the same card back to the original sender and turn it into a fun tradition. • Wrap wisely and use reusable bags or cloth to wrap gifts instead of paper. For more seasonal waste reduction tips and gift ideas, visit: Kamloops.ca/WasteReduction

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SWIMMING LESSONS

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As of January 2022, swimming lesson instruction will returning to normal. Lifeguard instructors will be in the water instructing classes. Full details can be viewed online at Kamloops.ca/Aquatics.

Together we can all make someone’s holiday a little brighter! Join the City along with BC Transit to stuff a city bus full of non-perishable items that will benefit the Kamloops Food Bank.

Find lesson programs and schedules in the 2022 Winter Activity Guide in today's paper or online at Kamloops.ca/Activity Guide. Registration for swim programs is on Tuesday, December 7.

Swim Lesson Evaluations Not sure what level to register you or your child in? Swim evaluations are available during any of our leisure or public swim times. To request an evaluation, visit the front desk at the TCC or Westsyde Pool. Remember to bring your swimming attire because this will be an in-water assessment. Children under the age of 7 are required to have an adult in the water with them for the evaluation.

Event Details Date: December 5 Time: 10:00 am–4:00 pm Location: Save-On-Foods Sahali, Columbia Square

Top ten requested items by the Kamloops Food Bank: • • • •

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To learn more, visit: Kamloops.ca/StuffTheBus

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COMMUNITY EVENTS APLENTY IN CITY Including plays, concerts, films and various charity endeavours

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Parks & Recreation Guide, YIG*, Walmart*, Toys R Us*, The Brick*, Sun Peaks Independent News*, Shoppers*, Save-On-Foods*, Safeway*, Rexall*, Princess Auto*, Pharmasave*, Peavey Mart*, M&M Meats*, Home Hardware*, Freshco*, Canadian Tire* * Selected distribution

WEATHER FORECAST Dec. 1: Chance of showers 15/1 (hi/low) Dec. 2: Sunny 5/-4 (hi/low) Dec. 3: Sunny 0/-4 (hi/low) Dec. 4: Cloudy 2/-4 (hi/low) Dec. 5: Cloudy 1/-4 (hi/low)

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SEXUAL ASSAULT SUSPECTS SOUGHT

BLAZERS, STORM, ‘PACK AND MORE

Police are investigating two attacks — in Sahali and Aberdeen

Seven pages of sports news is packed into today’s edition of KTW

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Foundation is not just another charity

Here’s how to help a great cause

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New to the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund this year is the partnership with the BC Interior Community Foundation. “This, obviously, is the first time that we’ve played this role, so clearly we’re thrilled to be there and support not only KTW and its charitable endeavours, but to provide the community with a taxreceipting means of showing their donations and support,” said BC Interior Community Foundation executive director Rob Miller. Since 1984, the BCICF (formerly the Kamloops Foundation) has supported communities in the Thompson, Nicola and South Cariboo regions. From health and the environment, to youth and education, to seniors and families and to arts and culture, the BCICF is a champion of community vitality. Donations to the BCICF are invested in permanent, endowed funds, currently valued at just over $9 million. The principal is protected (never diminishes) and the annual earned interest income is used to support a wide variety of charities in the region.

BC INTEROR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ROB MILLER The BCICF holds nearly 220 endowed funds and disperses almost $500,000 annually via various grants, scholarships and bursaries. “We’re the most significant charity you’ve never heard of,” Miller said. “Everybody knows what a hospital foundation does or a food bank does. Our mission statement is a bit more complex. We do grant dollars to charitable organizations and sponsored non-for-profits. It’s all about championing community sustainability and community vitality.” Miller explained how the process works for different

types of funds: • Donors give an unrestricted gift to the Smart and Caring Community Fund. In this case, the community foundation makes decisions about how to allocate distributions from the fund toward the greatest needs and priorities; • Donors establish their own Legacy Fund (a named memorial fund for example). A donor sets up a fund in their name or the name of someone they wish to honour. Donors can choose to distribute grants to any registered Canadian charity or seek assistance from the community foundation for more giving ideas; • Donors contribute to an existing, designated fund (targeting their preferred sector/field of interest). This may include such organizations as the BC SPCA, local food banks, Kamloops Hospice Association, Western Canada Theatre Society, Kamloops Art Gallery, Royal Inland Hospital and United Way. These funds are distributed on an as-needed basis to provide support for local charitable organizations. Miller said the foundation likes to encourage the community to “give where you live” through the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund campaign.

Charities being supported this year: Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Kamloops Brain Injury Association, Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism and Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association. To donate, go online to bcicf.ca/kamloops-this-week-christmascheer-fund. Donations are accepted online thanks to a partnership with the BC Interior Community Foundation. Donations can also be dropped off at the KTW office, at 1365B Dalhousie Dr. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Cheques should be made out to the BC Interior Community Foundation.

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THANK YOU, DONORS! From A5

Charities being supported this year are Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Kamloops Brain Injury Association, Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism and Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association. To donate, go online to bcicf.ca/kamloops-this-week-christmas-cheer-fund. Donations are accepted online thanks to a partnership with the BC Interior Community Foundation. Donations can also be dropped off at the KTW office, at 1365B Dalhousie Dr. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Cheques should be made out to the BC Interior Community Foundation.

Anonymous: $100 Kathy Kendall: $200 Gerald & Wendy Patrick, in memory of Kelly Patrick: $100 Jo-Mary & Bob Hunter: $200 Susan Peachey: $50 Gwen Mackinder, in memory of friend Sophia: $50 Sharon Langland, in memory of Sharon & David Frampton: $100 Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers: $100 Bryan White: $100 Vic & Sally Mowbray: $100 Anonymous: $200 Rachel Andrews: 50 Ken & Marylyne House: $100 Simone Werstiuk, in memory of Carmen Werstiuk: $100 Lynne Totten: $100 Don & Debby Erickson: $100 Gary Miller: $100 Brian & Kathy Andriashyk, in memory of Verna Wasylnka: $100 M&W Bronken: $100 Johanna Walters: $25 Rick Bennett: $25 Anna Barton: $50 Lois McAlary, in memory of

Sarah McAlary: $150 Sandie & Louise, in memory of Mom, Ross & Carole: $100 Lovely Ladies of the Lake: $200 Wayne & Twink Murphy: $50 Bea Smith: $50 Terry & Doreen Monson: $100 Linda Jackson, in memory of George Wilmot: $100 Norm & Susan McGowan, in memory of Jack Buckham: $100 In memory of Dave & Sandy: $100 Harriett Chave: 100 Sharon Moore, in memory of Tom Moore: $75 Marie & Norio Sakaki: $100 Mavis Paravantes, in memory of Rita Mikuse: $100 M. Colleen Stainton: $200 Anonymous: $300 Anonymous: $100 Anonymous: $25 Anonymous: $100 Anonymous: $500 Abstract Registry: $500 Anonymous: $100 Barbara Sterritt: $100 Phil & Cathy Holman: $100 Spencer & Janet Bryson: $200 Sandra Blakely, in memory of Douglas Blakely: $100

Pat $ Dave McDonald: $100 Eric & Maggie Shishido & Knox, in memory of Mom, Dad, Terry & Dad: $100 Nolan Pastoor Personal Real Estate Corporation: $1,500 James Doan: $1,000 Catherine Masters: $100 Muriel Botham: $100 Sharon Cooley, in memory of Ruth Cooley: $50 John D. & Gail Cameron: $300 The Hausers, in memory of Sam & Dad: $100 Shirley Fish: $50 Carol Armstrong: $100 Naomi & son James Geczi, in memory of David Geczi, son: $25 Naomi Geczi, in memory of Mary Bullard: $25

Total as of Dec. 1: $21,333

The TRU School of Business and Economics is recruiting sessional faculty for the following on-campus positions: FACULTY

Innovation and Entrepreneurship HR Management Economics Supply Chain Management Marketing/International Marketing International Business Accounting Applicants must have relevant masters level qualification relevant to the position.

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We wish to thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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LOCAL NEWS

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Suspects sought in two sexual assaults

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Kamloops Mounties are trying to identify a suspect or suspects following two separate daytime sexual assault reports received from the south shore. The first occurred on Monday, Nov. 22, in Sahali and involved a youth near a local high school. The second occurred on Thursday, Nov. 25, in Aberdeen involving an adult pedestrian accessing a public staircase. At 5:35 p.m., on Nov. 25, officers responded to the2000-block of Dunrobin Place for calls involving a woman screaming. The woman told police she had been walking up the outdoor staircase connecting Aberdeen Drive to Dunrobin Drive when she was approached from behind and sexually assaulted. A police dog service unit searched the area, but no suspect was located. The suspect in the assault is described as a man between the ages of 25 and 30 with a tanned complexion. He stands between 5-foot-8 and 5-foot-10 with hair below his ears and was wearing a dark beanie. He also had an unidentified

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red-coloured item around his neck. Police particularly want to speak to anyone who saw or has surveillance footage between 5:15 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Nov. 25 along Van Horne Drive or Aberdeen Drive. Earlier in the week, police were contacted regarding a sexual assault that occurred at 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 22, at the intersection of Summit Drive and Notre Dame Drive, which is near Sa-Hali secondary. The female youth victim reported she was standing with her back to a fence when she was sexually assaulted from behind. The suspect was last seen heading toward Columbia Square on Notre Dame Drive. That suspect is described as a male who

was wearing a blue tuque with ear flaps, a mask, blue jeans and a blue jacket. “Fortunately, neither victim was physically injured as a result of the assaults, but these attacks can come with considerable emotional trauma,” Const. Crystal Evelyn said. “In both cases, the young women were approached from behind and sexually assaulted at a time of day when the community is generally quite busy,” Mounties do not yet know if the incidents are connected. Anyone with information is asked to call Kamloops RCMP at 250828-3000. The Aberdeen incident file number is 2021-41183 and the Sahali incident file number is 2021-40809.

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Being grateful for our communities In my first few weeks as Kamloops-Thompson school district board of education chair, I feel immense gratitude for the outpouring of generous donations from our parents, students, staff and community members. An unprecedented flood that had displaced many families from Merritt to Kamloops was an opportunity for me to learn firsthand about the good nature of so many people in our KamloopsThompson communities who stepped up immediately to learn about the needs of these families — and to help. On Nov. 19, assistant superintendent Vessy Mochikas posted on social media an invitation for families who had been impacted by the floods to come to our @kool location at 1770 Springview Pl.

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The same day, superintendent Rhonda Nixon created a video in hopes of reaching even more people. By Nov. 20, more than 100 school district staff and retirees, as well as friends and family of staff, had brought and then orga-

nized food, clothing, supplies, toiletries, games, puzzles and books. The gym was full and well organized and it even had a toy section, with stuffies positioned on plush children’s chairs. More than 80 families from Merritt came to the @kool location over that weekend. I saw firsthand the generosity of the staff and the community in the time I was there. In the days that followed, I heard stories from our staff about the families who were supported and the impact the connections made have had on all who contributed. I was delighted to learn about another 100 families from Merritt who had learned about this location. Our school administrators

organized food drives and our community members continued to donate. Thank you to school district staff and our District Parent Advisory Council, who have invested countless hours in organizing and sharing their time to continue to greet these families and welcome them into our district community. It has been quite the year for so many families who are still grappling with struggles related to the pandemic and the fire season — and now floods. I am in awe of the generosity of spirit and actions of so many people that it would be impossible to name all of them. As board chair, I am truly thankful for each and every one of you. You make a difference in

the lives of our children and now in the lives of those in our neighbouring communities. Thank you for everything you do and continue to do to give back and to make KamloopsThompson a community known for generosity, kindness and love. On the school district website at sd73.bc.ca, a parent resource page has been set up for evacuees, along with a dedicated email — merrittsupports@sd73.bc.ca — to connect them with the supports they need. Heather Grieve is chair of the Kamloops-Thompson board of education. School district columns appear monthly in KTW and online at kamloopsthisweek.com. Grieve can be reached by email at hgrieve@sd73.bc.ca.

An exciting new crisis in Ukraine to end year “There is a threat today that there will be war tomorrow. We are entirely prepared for an escalation,” said Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky on Nov. 26. His head of military intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, warned that about 90,000 Russian troops are now deployed in the vicinity of Ukraine and could invade “from several directions” by January. Budanov also said his government has asked several Western countries to send small contingents of military forces to Ukraine to show support (and to get killed and thereby guarantee NATO military backing if there were an actual Russian invasion). Ukraine has also requested air-defence weapons, multi-purpose fighters and naval reinforcements.

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NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg warned that Russian use of force against Ukraine would “come at a cost”, without specifying what this would be. The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv issued an alert for Americans in Ukraine over reports of “unusual Russian military activity near Ukraine’s borders and in occupied Crimea.” And the U.S. State Department let it be known in the usual way (unattributed briefings) that it is considering its options to deter the Kremlin, including sending military advisers and new weapons to Kyiv.

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Just in time for winter, an invigorating new crisis pops its head up. It was first discovered by the American intelligence services, which started warning several weeks ago that Russian tanks were moving west. Ukraine played down the reports at first, but now it’s begging for new weapons to resist the allegedly impending attack. Here we go again. All the players know the steps of the dance, and some of them even enjoy it. The purpose, however, is obscure. First, let’s consider the Russian tanks moving west and threatening the borders of Ukraine. One significant Russian military force did move west last month, the 41st Combined Arms Army, which was trans-

ferred from Novosibirsk in western Siberia to Yelnya southwest of Moscow. That puts it 280 kilometres from the Ukrainian frontier, which is not exactly breathing down the necks of the Ukrainians. The Russian troops that really are near Ukraine’s borders in the east and in the Crimean peninsula are exactly where they were before this “crisis.” So, why did the 41st Combined Arms Army (about 30,000 soldiers) move almost 4,000 kilometres west last month? Here’s a clue — it’s now 280 kilometres north of the Ukrainian border, but it’s less than 100 kilometers from the border of Belarus. See KREMLIN, A10

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SHELTER LOCATION STOP USING PESTICIDES IN CITY IS THE MAIN ISSUE Editor: I am writing about the proposed Moira House shelter on Kingston Avenue in North Kamloops. I find it disheartening that when residents of neighbourhoods make a stand and oppose such projects in their backyards, that they are accused of NIMBYism (not in my backyard). If everyone was honest, including those making the accusations and doing the finger-pointing, they would acknowledge it is not appropriate to construct these shelters in or near any residential areas. This is due to the instability and unpredictability of the shelter users, many of whom have addiction and/or mental-health issues. Many are not safe or ready to be integrated into communities. I am all for solving the homelessness issue, but it needs to be done in a thought out and structured manner, not by grabbing the most convenient and

affordable piece of city-owned property adjacent to multiple suburban neighbourhoods and constructing a “temporary” fiveyear shelter. These shelters need to be consolidated into one area away from residential neighbourhoods. I am sure such locations — like the shelter on Mission Flats Road — would meet little to no resistance from the taxpaying community. Provide that one area with all required services (counselling, rehabilitation, medical, food services, laundry and housekeeping) for efficiency and have the facility users maintain the property and operate some of the services. This would streamline operating costs, give shelter users a feeling of purpose and teach them some practical trade skills that may one day turn into future careers. James Cline Kamloops

Editor: Bronwen Scott’s letter of Oct. 13 (‘Pesticide policy stuck in the past’) was excellent. In this day and age, when lawsuits against makers of Roundup and Paraquat have been all over the media, stating illnesses such as cancers and Parkinson’s have been caused by them, it certainly is time to stand up and take notice. When I was a child, I recall lying in the grass, hunting for four-leaf clovers. We had weeds in our lawn. Who didn’t ? No one tripped on them. No one was hurt by them.

Very few kids back then had asthma or cancers. These days, people are spraying toxins in and around their homes, our city sprays pesticides/ herbicides in parks and on school grounds and the federal government is allowing even more use of Roundup on foods grown in Canada. Several illnesses can be prevented. When we know pesticides/ herbicides are toxic, when we know they can cause severe illnesses like leukemia, Parkinson’s, asthma and chemical sensitivities — to name only a few — why would

WHAT COMES NEXT FOR TMX WORKERS? Editor: According to a recent mailout notice, the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is scheduled to be completed in the North Thompson Valley in December 2022. What will its legacy be — hundreds, maybe

thousands, of laid-off workers applying for employment insurance? Maybe they will fill some of the vacancies in the service industry? I suspect finding wage equivalency will be difficult. I am saddened and disappointed that land

and water protectors, landowners and communities have been bribed into partnership/mutual benefit agreements with this short-sighted project. If only Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had the foresight to buy Canadian

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we keep using them? I have always been in awe of Scott’s tremendous knowledge about our area and pesticides/herbicides I wish the City of Kamloops would ask her to be their consultant on pesticide/herbicide matters. If this pandemic has taught us nothing else, we should realize how precious it is to have good health. Anything we can do to keep our loved ones and ourselves healthy should be done. Diane Czyzewski Kamloops

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The Russian soldiers are not there to invade Belarus right now, of course. “President” Alexander Lukashenko, still clinging to power there after rigging an election last year and crushing the massive protest movement that ensued, is a longstanding Russian ally. The 41st Army’s job is to keep Lukashenko in power if it can and to ensure, if he falls, that his successor is friendly to Moscow. That didn’t work for Russian President Vladimir Putin in the case of Ukraine, where not one, but two different pro-Moscow leaders have been overthrown by popular revolutions and the current leadership wants to join NATO (which is essentially an anti-Russian alliance). It may not work in the Belarusian case, either, but that’s why the 41st Army is on the Belarusian border. So, there’s no threatening build-up on Ukraine’s border, nor would Russia have an

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COST IS TOO HIGH Editor: The cost of living in Kamloops has become way too high for me and my family, but it wasn’t when I moved here 17 years ago. It wasn’t even like this seven years ago. How can I pay $3,000 a month, plus utilities? The more affordably priced places get snagged up or just aren’t available, so anyone left gets hung out to dry. It’s pretty sad when a good, hard-working family or anyone else in this situation can’t get a break from a ruthless rental market. I think we will be moving to Alberta. Sorry, but Kamloops is out of hand. Michael Walkley Kamloops

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A live-in care worker who neglected a Kamloops senior to the point that she nearly died of malnutrition will undergo a pair of psychiatric evaluations to determine why it happened, a B.C. Supreme Court judge has ordered. Dawn Brush, 55, has pleaded guilty to one count of failure to provide the necessities of life between January 2017 and May 2019 to an elderly woman for whom she cared, with submissions for sentencing being heard in court in Kamloops last week. From an agreed statement of facts, court heard that for 15 years, Brush had been the caregiver for the “severely developmentally disabled” woman who requires 24-hour care, including assistance with eating, getting dressed, mobility, personal hygiene and using the bathroom. Brush — who worked for Thompson Community Services and contracted through Community Living B.C. — was tasked with ensuring the woman, who was 68 years old in 2019, was fed and clothed,

attended medical appointments and took her prescribed medications. The neglect was revealed in May 2019 following a routine inspection and a doctor’s appointment. Brush’s supervisors noticed during a visit that the woman looked thin and that her house smelled of urine, despite the bathrooms appearing clean. The woman’s family doctor also called Brush to schedule an appointment as he hadn’t seen his patient in two years, despite regular appointments before that. When Brush took the woman to her doctor, he commented that she had lost muscle mass to the point she was “just almost bone,” Justice Sherri Donegan said in court. The doctor had the woman taken to Royal Inland Hospital and later told police she would have died of malnutrition if there hadn’t been intervention. The woman was admitted to hospital on May 6, 2019, weighing just 72 pounds. She was noted as having crust in her eyes, a white film on her lips and smelled strongly of urine. She also had overgrown nails, unkempt and matted hair, a sore on

her right hip and one on her temple that later required a skin graft to repair. “When a thermometer was put in her mouth, she sucked on it as a baby would a bottle,” Donegan said. The Kamloops RCMP began investigating Brush on May 10, 2019, following a complaint from Community Living B.C. A search warrant was executed on the household, during which officers seized administration records, which indicated the elderly woman had been receiving medications, but her pharmacy hadn’t filled any since 2017. Brush later admitted she hadn’t filled any of the woman’s prescriptions since July of 2017. Brush pleaded guilty in March of this year, but disputed aggravating facts asserted by Crown prosecutor Tim Livingston. He contested Brush knew she was initialing prescription administration forms that had been altered to seem as though the woman was receiving her medication. Livingston also said the woman’s home was in the same state of neglect that police found upon their search of the residence.

Police searched the home, while Brush was there, about a week after the woman had been removed. Officers said they found it was dirty, cluttered and unsanitary, detecting a smell of urine and finding animal feces on the floor. The woman’s room was messy, with garbage strewn about and clothing piled on the floor, while her bed was dirty and soiled, with a blood-stained pillow and skin flakes in the sheets. In court on Nov. 24, Donegan ruled in favour of Livingston’s positions. Donegan has ordered Brush undergo both a psychiatric assessment and psychosocial reports before sentencing, noting “the why of this crime needs to be answered.” Defence lawyer Cameron Johnson told KTW it could be eight or nine weeks before the reports are completed and Brush’s sentence rendered. “We all want to know why,” he told KTW. At present, the woman, who was severely emaciated when she was admitted to RIH, is in much better condition, now weighing 170 pounds, up from the 109 pounds she registered when in worse condition.

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More details have come to light about closeddoor decisions made by city council earlier this year related to shelters — and it appears many different locations were explored dating back into the summer, including the Kamloops Curling Club, the Yacht Club, the Columbia precinct and the former Duchess Nightclub in the Village Hotel. A memo released in this week’s council agenda details closed meetings on the matter occurred on July 20 and Oct. 19. On July 20, council voted to support BC Housing in negotiating extension of a lease with the Kamloops Curling Club, downtown at 700 Victoria St., and to work with the club to relocate to McArthur Island. Last year, the curling club entered into a shortterm agreement with BC

Housing to shelter the city’s marginalized, as curling shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, curlers returned to the downtown rink. However, it appears that the city expected the club to extend its lease. A motion to negotiate extension of that lease was moved by Coun. Denis Walsh, seconded by Coun. Dale Bass and carried. Council also voted at that July 20 meeting to lease the Kingston Avenue property in North Kamloops to BC Housing at a rate of $1 per year to allow a 40-bed shelter and commercial kitchen to operate for three years, with two one-year renewal options. Walsh was opposed, while Mayor Ken Christian and councillors Bass, Dieter Dudy, Mike O’Reilly, Bill Sarai, Kathy Sinclair and Arjun Singh voted in favour. Coun. Sadie Hunter recused herself, due to a conflict of interest related

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to her then-employment at A Way Home Kamloops, an organization that seeks to end youth homelessness. Council also at that time voted to extend the shortterm facility license with BC Housing for shelter at Memorial Arena until temporary shelter at Kingston Avenue received occupancy. That vote was moved by Bass, seconded by Sinclair and carried. At that point, it does not appear Stuart Wood or the former Greyhound building were planned shelter locations, though those two locations, along with the Kingston Avenue site, have since been named as shelter locations that will open in December and in early 2022. Meanwhile, as the summer months came to a close and hockey season neared, those impacted by Memorial Arena’s continued use as a shelter began to get vocal. See CITY, A13

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City now short 90 shelter spaces Sinclair declared a conflict of interest as she lives nearby. According to the memo, “council did not wish to endorse use of this location.” Upon purchasing the Northbridge Hotel and a property behind it on Campbell Avenue, the city said it wants to see redevelopment of the hotel and affordable housing on the property out back, with plans to sell that rear parcel to BC Housing. Council also voted to transition Memorial Arena back to recreational use once 50 shelter spaces have been established in the city, Since that time, BC Housing announced shelters planned at Stuart Wood, in the former Greyhound building and on Kingston Avenue. Many of the spaces, however, will not be ready until the new year. Heading into winter, the city said it was short 90 shelter spaces.

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Players and teams in the hockey community have had to travel to other communities to play. On Oct. 19, council held another closed-door meeting to discuss shelter locations. Council voted to authorize administration to advise BC Housing to secure a lease of vacant provincial buildings in the Columbia Precinct. The Columbia Precinct is located at Sixth Avenue and Columbia Street, near the courthouse in downtown Kamloops. It was moved by Sinclair, seconded by Sarai and carried. At that time, council also voted to advise BC Housing to secure a lease for temporary shelter use at the former Greyhound bus depot, at 725 Notre Dame Dr. in Southgate. Should one of those locations fail, council advised staff to establish a short-term facility

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This city-owned parcel of land at the east end of Kingston Avenue in North Kamloops — under the Halston Bridge and adjacent to Rivers Trail — will be used for a homeless shelter as part of a three-shelter plan by BC Housing and the City of Kamloops. KTW PHOTO

licence with BC Housing for temporary winter shelter in the Stuart Wood gymnasium. Singh was opposed, while Christian, Bass, Dudy, O’Reilly, Sarai, Sinclair and Walsh voted in favour. It is unclear at this time why the Columbia Precinct location did not pan out.

A fourth choice was apparently the Yacht Club downtown. Discussion also took place about a potential shelter at 377 Tranquille Rd., in the former Duchess nightclub in the Northbridge Hotel. That hotel and an adjacent property were recently purchased by the city for $7.15 million.

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On Tuesday, Kamloops council debated the merits of service cuts and use of reserve funds to nudge down a steep property tax increase anticipated next year. The city is looking at a nearly five per cent tax hike in 2022. Coun. Sadie Hunter noted inflation and other economic hardships faced by residents, while Coun. Mike O’Reilly said he worries for homeowners facing an increase of up to $450. “People on fixed incomes, this will sink them,” he said. One factor leading to the increase is ratification of a new RCMP contract, which includes retroactive back pay ($6 million) and ongoing increases ($2.5 million). O’Reilly suggested use of the city’s working capital reserve. He said the reserve — which is expected to have about $13 million at year’s end and is used for unplanned activities and emergencies — would still be healthy and would help get over a hump. In addition, Coun. Arjun Singh wants council to work with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to lobby the federal government to fund the retroactive

pay for the contract (the city is currently paying for it through reserves), while Mayor Ken Christian is working with Thompson-Okanagan mayors on the issue. Corporate services director Kathy Humphrey warned that, if council decides to lower its contribution this year to the working capital reserve, it will need to replenish it next year or impact the city’s asset management plan, which allows for money to flow from that rainy-day fund into other pockets of need, once each is filled to a certain dollar figure. Singh cautioned against pushing the issue down the road, noting he would prefer a holistic look at operations to determine potential cuts — something he said hasn’t been done in some time. With storms ravaging B.C.’s infrastructure, he said Kamloops should be concerned and not veer from its asset management plan. “We’re not going to be immune from that in our own community,” Singh said. Meanwhile, Coun. Dale Bass inquired about the city’s responsibility in funding $5 million for an overpass between two Thompson Rivers University properties. The city has earmarked in the provisional budget $13.5 million to

fund all planned capital projects and the five-year capital budget includes $5 million for a Summit Drive overpass to TRU, set out as a priority in the city’s active transportation plan. That plan, however, was apparently done in advance of news TRU purchased land opposite its campus, across Summit Drive, for housing purposes. That raised questions from councillors about whether the city should pay for the overpass. City staff noted it is a cost-sharing project, with TRU also pitching in funds to improve the active transportation network, including pathways through the TRU property for the benefit of both the university and city, with residents able to access the southwest sector from downtown on a major active transportation route. Coun. Denis Walsh raised an eyebrow at $11 million planned for replacement of city vehicles in the next two years. Civic operations director Jen Fretz said the city inspects vehicles and replaces them when they are falling apart, noting electric vehicles of the future are expensive. The provisional budget will go to a council meeting in mid-December, but the final budget and tax rate won’t be passed until next spring.

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Kamloops city council met with B.C. health minister Adrian Dix last Friday to address issues at Royal Inland Hospital. The meeting was held in-camera, in order to speak openly about specific issues faced by patients. Kamloops Mayor Ken Christian said the topics included inter-governmental relations, including

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Honouring the life of Rooted In Action To End Youth Homelessness Katherine was more than a former youth in care, Master's of Social Work graduate, advocate for homeless youth, and founder of A Way Home Kamloops. She was a true manifestation of owning our pain, standing in our truth, and changing the world for ourselves and the most vulnerable. Katherine's legacy continues as more and more people are inspired by her life lessons, achievements and unwavering passion. From all of us... Thank you Katherine. A Way Home Kamloops Society would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the life of our founder with the announcement the

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A Way Home Kamloops Society has partnered with BC Housing for its newest youth housing project: Katherine's Place, which will provide affordable housing to at-risk youth ages 19 to 26. The building is named after Katherine McParland and continues her commitment to ensuring that youth in Kamloops have a safe space to call home and the necessary supports to sustain wellness. Katherine's Place will be located at 560-562 Tranquille Rd; the project will provide 39 self-contained units, meals, life-skills training, education, employment readiness, and community supports. A Way Home Kamloops will host our annual fundraiser Campout to End Youth Homelessness on the night of December 10th. The funds raised will be allocated towards programs at Katherine's Place. If you wish to participate as a Camper or make a donation; please visit: www.awayhomekamloops.com/campout

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LOCAL NEWS Since KTW first reported on an investigation at TRU of two senior administrators accused of harassment, many students and faculty members have spoken up with concerns about the culture at the university. A march on Monday involved about 85 students and faculty members. MICHAEL POTESTIO/LJI/KTW

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Complainants’ advocate: more people have come forward during the investigation. “They’re allegations, but there are like 15 allegations, not just one,” Thomas said. Holmes, a fourth-year communications student, said she has friends who have faced discrimination and oppression at the university. She said she was surprised to see the issue covered in local media. “It’s about time,” Holmes said. “Just really disgusted by the calls and allowing these people that have inflicted so much pain to stay and work these jobs. Students literally rely on these people in those jobs. Why wouldn’t they just step down is really the issue for me.” Law professor Charis Kamphuis spoke to KTW for the initial story and attended the march on Monday. She said “countless” additional people have reached out to her with stories after news broke of the investigation. She cited inaccuracies

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Social work professor Wendy Hulko said the response from TRU’s board of governors chair Marilyn McLean and TRU president Brett Fairbairn is “completely lacking in compassion.” She has launched a change.org petition calling for the suspension of Milovick and Phillips. One of the more significant concerns raised about the two administrators still working for the university during the investigation is that complainants of bullying and harassment must report allegations to the two men. In addition, Woodrow said, decisions made at the top impact the credibility of the rest of the university and reflect poorly on everyone. TRU Indigenous masters of business administration student Brittany Thomas said she doesn’t feel safe on campus with Phillips and Milovick continuing to work

in TRU’s communications department’s response, including claims allegations are being taken seriously and addressed quickly. Kamphuis said multiple people have come forward, stating they went to the president with similar complaints, but were not told about the investigation, nor were they advised to speak to those undertaking the investigation. Kamphuis said she is now calling for president Fairbairn to be investigated alongside Milovick and Phillips. Some have criticized naming of the accused in news stories, Kamphuis, however, said people have a right to know there are “serious allegations” against Milovick and Phillips, as they continue to work at the university. “That kind of transparency to the community is important,” she said. KTW has requested an interview with Fairbairn.

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TRUFA, union respond to investigation JESSICA WALLACE

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The Thompson Rivers University Faculty Association and former and current staff are reacting following stories by Kamloops This Week and CBC Kamloops about an investigation underway into the alleged conduct of two top administrators. TRU vice-president of finance and administration Matt Milovick and associate vice-president of people and culture Larry Phillips are under investigation by TRU’s board of governors after an anonymous complaint was sent to the board in February of this year, alleging discriminatory conduct, discriminatory statements and/or harassment. The complaint, which involves up to 13 current and former university employees, alleges incidents of sexual harassment of female serv-

ers, misogynistic references to women and disparagement of Indigenous people at TRU and in the community, among other purported incidents. None of the allegations in the complaint have been proven as the university’s investigation into the matter continues. Former TRU employee Bronwen Scott, who previously worked in public relations and research at the university, told KTW she left TRU as a result of a mishandled harassment complaint she made in October of 2008 against a supervisor. She said she was disappointed, but not surprised, after hearing news of the current investigation and said TRU has been “confrontational” with its employees for many years. “The whole culture there, it’s just toxic,” Scott said, noting she understands why the accusers wish to remain anonymous. “Because look what happened to me.”

Many other current and former university staff continue to weigh in on the investigation online. Thompson Rivers University Faculty Association (TRUFA) president Tara Lyster said the allegations are “shocking” and “extremely serious.” She said the feeling on campus following publication of the KTW and CBC stories is one of “shock,” adding people don’t know what to say. She said the faculty association is committed to creating a fair and respectful workplace. “These allegations are just intolerable behaviour,” Lyster told KTW. She said TRUFA is concerned Milovick and Phillips remain at work, noting if a faculty member faced similar misconduct allegations, they would be placed on leave immediately, until the investigation was concluded. “It’s hard to have a fair, trauma-informed investigation

against allegations when two of the people are still working and one of those people runs the department that faculty would actually go to with concerns like this,” Lyster said. “The fact faculty would be put on leave, TRUFA would like to see that happen [for Milovick and Phillips.]” As far as she knows at this point, Lyster said, no faculty are involved in the investigation. However, she said TRUFA will participate if asked. She said it is concerning that people are afraid, to the point of requiring anonymity to speak. Lyster said she issued a statement to faculty on Nov. 24, asking faculty to participate, if asked, and to reach out. “It might be bigger than we know,” she said. “We’re also calling on TRU to immediately ban or waive all non-disclosures on context of discrimination or harassment and for all people who may have

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Employees in B.C. will soon have access to five days of paid sick leave, following a policy announcement by the provincial government. Some consider the change to not be enough, while others see it as yet another burden placed on businesses. The change was made following consultations with workers and employers, who were given three options: three, five or 10 days of paid sick leave per year as options moving forward. The province said the feedback showed workers who have access to sick days tend to use five days

or less per year. During the consulting phase, the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce reached out to its members to ask how they deal with sick days and how the change might impact them. “Many of our members already have paid sick day policies that are equal to, or greater than, this particular one,” chamber president Dan Carroll told KTW. But for those who don’t already have such a policy, those businesses will soon have to foot the bill. “I think the clear consensus in the community was that the concept of having paid sick days was not a bad thing, it’s a public good,” Carroll said. “The issue was who

should pay for that public good. That’s the concern the chamber really has, that the government, again, has chosen to ask business only to fund that public good.” In a survey of businesses it represents, the North Shore Business Improvement Association found that while only 38 per cent currently have sick day provisions, they are evenly split on whether the provincial government should have mandated sick days, with 49 per cent saying no and 50 per cent agreeing with the decision. Sixty-four per cent of businesses surveyed said five paid sick days annually is an adequate number, but 84 per cent said government should be covering the cost.

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The Kamloops Heritage Society is stepping away from St. Andrews on the Square. In a Nov. 5 letter, society president Sheila Park wrote to the City of Kamloops, explaining the decision is due to fewer venue rentals during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the letter, the society states it has declined an extension of its lease through to Dec. 31, 2023, as it cannot support employment, operating and maintenance of the city-owned heritage building downtown at Seymour Street and Second Avenue. “I am sorry to inform you that the KHS board of directors have made the very difficult decision to decline the extension,” Park said in the letter. “When we applied for the

extension in July, it was with the hope that the effects of the COVID19 pandemic would be waning. However, with the additional surges and increasing, then decreasing, regulations, it has become evident that the recovery from the pandemic will take a number of years.” The board requested in the

letter a meeting with the city to discuss vacating the building. The current agreement is set to expire on Dec. 31. The society previously fought to continue operating the heritage church after the city proposed a change to the structure of managing the building. The society has operated the city’s oldest civic building since 1995, when it restored the former church that was built in 1887. The society was put on notice in 2019 that the city would be taking over maintenance of operations as of March of 2020, but that plan was paused amid negotiations between the city and the society.

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The Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association, known as Downtown Kamloops, has hired Radio NL program director Howie Reimer as its new executive director. Effective Jan. 4, Reimer will succeed Carl DeSantis. who is retiring at the end of the year. Reimer is a longtime local broadcaster and has most recently been Radio NL’s program manager and morning show host. He recently moved into the noon news slot on the radio station. Reimer was also a longtime game night producer for the Kamloops Blazers. “I’m extremely excited about joining the KCBIA team,” Reimer said in a release. “I have a passion for our downtown and it is truly an

HOWIE REIMER honour to have the support of the board of directors to lead the team.” DeSantis moved to Kamloops for the KCBIA executive director role four years ago, along with wife Beverley DeSantis, who took on the role of CEO of Tourism Kamloops. Beverley also recently announced her departure from Tourism Kamloops as of the end of this year. The KCBIA is in the process of a five-year levy renewal, which includes a 26 per cent increase in fees to

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Regional figure skating competition was held last weekend at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre, marking the first time an event of its kind has been held in Kamloops since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mataya Pockett of Kamloops Skating Club is pictured. Find results on page A28 and more photos online at kamloopsthisweek.com. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW

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yson Kozak looked flummoxed on Friday at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, astounded to see Kamloops Blazers’ netminder Dylan Ernst holding a puck that should have been in the back of the net. The down-and-out glove stop on the Winterhawks’ forward is a save-of-the-year candidate, one of 43 pucks turned away in a 4-3 comeback victory and,

DYLAN ERNST perhaps more importantly for Ernst, another sign he belongs. “I feel really pumped about my game right now,” said Ernst,

the 17-year-old netminder from Weyburn, Sask. “I feel like I’m going to play my best when Garand leaves and give my team a chance to win those games.” The U.S. blanked Canada 2-0 in the gold-medal game at the 2021 World Junior Hockey Championship in Edmonton. Garand was Team Canada’s backup goaltender at the tournament and is expected to compete for the starting job this time around, with the 2022 world juniors set to get underway on Boxing Day in Red Deer and Edmonton. “Honestly, my only goal is winning a gold medal,” said

Garand, who boasts a 14-2 record and .935 save percentage this season. “I feel like my first year was kind of eye opening, like, oh my god, I’m on the big stage, with so much attention from the media and you’re worried about your role, stuff like that. “Hopefully, going back this year, the only thing I’m concerned about and focused on is bringing back a gold medal.” Hockey Canada had not yet told Garand he will be participating in the under-20 squad’s selection camp for world juniors, but that nod seems a formality and it will spur Ernst

into the most important stint of his career to date. Garand is likely to start against the Vancouver Giants in Kamloops on Dec. 8, his last game before trading blue and orange for the Maple Leaf. He may not return to the Blazers’ crease until Jan. 7 if Canada reaches the gold-medal game, which is slated for Jan. 5. Ernst has been waiting for this nine-game window of opportunity, the chance to prove he can be the third consecutive Dylan to carry the torch between the Blazers’ pipes. See DE PALMA, A26

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Kurtis Pearson went out with a bang in a season that fizzled with a whimper. The AA South Kamloops Titans’ receiver gave hometown fans something to cheer about in a 37-8 loss to the AAA Kelowna Owls in B.C. Secondary Schools Football Association post-season action on Saturday at chilly Hillside Stadium, his lengthy fourth-quarter touchdown reception good for consolation and a lifelong memory. “That will be my last high school game, so it felt good to end it in the end zone,” said Pearson, who caught the Jesse Peters pass and did the rest himself, firing up the afterburners en route to pay dirt. Marqus Crawford scampered in for a two-point conversion that seemed unplanned and was certainly unorthodox, the speedster making the best of a bad situation, as both teams

were forced to do in the wake of the southern B.C. storm on Nov. 14 and Nov. 15 that wreaked havoc on the end of the campaign. South Kamloops, the No. 1 seed in the Interior AA division, was originally slated to play host to the Ballenas Whalers of Parksville in a provincial quarter-final matchup, with the winner advancing to the AA Subway Bowl semifinal round, which was to take place in BC Place Stadium. BC School Sports on Nov. 17 cancelled the provincial playoffs and scheduled regional championships, including the Interior/ North AA/AAA Subway Bowl. That move, which dashed dreams of playing in the dome, did not sit well with Titans’ head coach Brad Yamaoka and was a tough pill for players in the Okanagan, Interior and north regions. “It’s obviously unfortunate, but we still get to come out here and ball out with the

boys,” said Jaeke Schlachter, the Owls’ standout who caught two touchdown passes and kicked four extra points and one field goal on Saturday. “It’s better than sitting at home. You get to come out here and play football. That’s all that matters.” Kelowna toiled in the regular season against AAA teams from the Coast. South Kamloops, a smaller school than Kelowna, was undermanned and a major underdog heading into the contest, but held its own in the first quarter, which turned into a puntfest and finished in a scoreless tie. The Owls found momentum in the second quarter, thanks in part to quarterback Joey Howorko and receiver Evan Fitchett, who connected on a deep ball that put Kelowna in business near the South Kam goal line. See ‘IT WAS’, A25

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Jack Nyrose punched it in to put the visitors up 6-0. Danger-man Schlachter reeled in a Howorko pass and ripped through the Titans’ defence for a 70-yard touchdown reception with 5:29 left in the first half. Nyrose further punctured South Kam a few minutes later, knifing upfield for a long gain that set up Schlachter’s second major of the contest. “You’ve just got to keep a positive mindset,” Howorko said. “It’s tough. You can’t play in the dome, but be thankful you still get to play football.” The Titans were finally able to move the ball on the next drive, the highlight a long-bomb snag from Kai Yamaoka, but it did not lead to points. Pearson, who plays defensive back on defence, appeared to get the Titans safely into halftime when he picked off Howorko’s hail-Mary attempt with 44 seconds remaining

in the second quarter. The Titans promptly fumbled near their own goal line. Owls’ linebacker Jonah Underwood scooped up the loose pigskin and rumbled in for a defensive touchdown. Kelowna held a 27-0 lead at halftime, up big on a South Kam team that lost two key cogs to injury — provincial all-star Toryn Fraser and tackling machine Jakob Kies. “Full strength to full strength, we could hold our own a little bit, but again, numbers, right?” Titans’ bench boss Brad Yamaoka said after the game. “We lose a couple of starters and we just don’t have much to go to after that. The kids who stepped in played well, but at the end of the day, it’s tough to compete against these Triple A schools with bigger rosters. A lot of them weren’t

super excited to be playing this game, but that’s the way it is. Hopefully, Toryn is OK. ” Ethan Irvine registered Kelowna’ only second-half touchdown. “We did pretty well,” said Ashton Yamaoka, the Titans’ provincial allstar receiver/DB who has aged out of high school football. “It was kind of a bummer we didn’t get to go to the playoffs, but you do what you’ve got to do.” The Vernon Panthers trounced the hometown Duchess Park Condors 31-7 last weekend in the other Interior/North AA/ AAA Subway Bowl semifinal. Schlachter was asked about his club’s plans for the Panthers in the regional title tilt. “Same thing we’ve been doing — try to run up that score and take home the dub,” Schlachter said.

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cially vital considering Garand has dominated the crease this season. “Credit to Erny,” De Palma said. “He’s bought in.” Added Blazers’ head coach Shaun Clouston: “When you see it in practise and it translates to the games, it gives the player confidence in themselves and the staff confidence in what the player is able to do.” The Blazers are second in league scoring and may be able to get Ernst out of trouble in the case of an off-night, but allowing many goals and scoring even more will most certainly not be the game plan during Garand’s absence. Clouston said Ernst’s performance last week in Portland and his 24-save night in a 3-2 overtime win over Victoria on Nov. 6 are indicators he can not only survive, but be a differencemaker. Highlight-reel glove work didn’t hurt dressing-room belief in the backup, either. “You can’t make up con-

fidence,” De Palma said. “Confidence comes from doing something you didn’t do yesterday. From the team’s perspective, they look at Erny and they see him improving and doing things he didn’t do the day before. “From his own eyes looking out, he’s feeling that, too. The confidence is growing.”

AMONG BEST IN NATION Kamloops (17-2) will square off against Vancouver (10-7-1-0) on Friday in Langley and play host to Kelowna (10-5-0-2) on Saturday, a 7 p.m. start at Sandman Centre. The Blazers posted a 4-0 record on a U.S. division road trip that concluded on Saturday with a 3-2 victory over Everett. Read about the roadie online at kamloopsthisweek.com. Weekly KIA CHL Top-10 Rankings will be released on Wednesday and it seems likely the Blazers will leapfrog over the Silvertips into second position. Everett and Kamloops are tied atop the Western Conference, with 34 points apiece.

Bank Dividends Ready to Rise? Without a doubt, Canadian investors love their banks because their share prices and dividends continually grow. Between 2004 and 2019, the average payout ratio for the six largest Canadian banks (Big Six) ranged between 40% and 50%. They hit a high of 61% during the Global Financial Crisis, when high credit losses depressed earnings but still maintained their dividends. Over the past 15 years, the average annual dividend growth was 8.4%. The Big Six paid $22 billion in common-equity dividends in 2019. The only sector to beat banking on dividend growth has been telecommunications (see chart), but these companies have only been able to do this by increasing their payout ratios (amount of earnings required to cover dividend payments), whereas the banks have been able to maintain that balance. Telcos on the other hand have increased from 61% in 2010 to 88% in 2021.

on consensus estimates, the average current yield is 3.9%, below the five-year average of 4.5%. If we apply a payout ratio of 45%, we could be looking at the average yield going back to 4.2%. As at October 12, 2021, TD analysts estimated 2022 dividend growth: National Bank (NA) Bank of Montreal (BMO) Royal Bank (RY) CIBC (CM) Toronto-Dominion (TD) Scotiabank (BNS) As at October 12, 2021, the average payout ratio for the Big-6 dropped to 40% due to a combination of record earnings and a regulated freeze on dividend growth. Recently, several banks communicated an intention to increase the payout ratio to target levels that were in place before the pandemic. Now that regulators have lifted restrictions, banks are free to do so. Many are wondering "When will they resume growing their dividends and by how much?” We believe that banks will gradually increase to around 45% because: the economy hasn’t fully recovered, interest rates remain low, loan growth hasn’t picked up yet and trading revenue is normalizing. Based

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Nick McCarry was an overager in limbo, placed on waivers by the Medicine Hat Tigers and not certain to find a home in the Western Hockey League for the 2021-2022 campaign. “I had my mind set on playing in this league,” said McCarry, a 5-foot-9, 165-pound forward from Calgary. “It was never ‘You’re going back to play junior A.’ I still thought I could play in this league and I still have a lot to prove.” McCarry had believers in Blazers’ general manager and head coach Shaun Clouston, director of player personnel Robbie Sandland and assistant general manager Tim O’Donovan — and Kamloops had a 20-yearold roster spot to fill. Clouston, who was head coach and GM of the Tigers when Medicine Hat signed McCarry in 2017, was looking for a complementary player who can play fast, which is a defining trait of this edition of the Blazers.

“There was no cost to it. There wasn’t a lot of risk. I anticipated him to be able to play and anticipated an improvement from last year’s numbers, but this would be exceeding that,” said Clouston, who listed McCarry in June. McCarry turned heads in training camp, tallied nine points in five exhibition games and is producing in the regular season, with 21 points, including five goals, in 19 games. “I was really motivated,” said McCarry, who recorded two goals and five points on the Blazers’ recent four-game tour of the U.S. Division, a clean sweep. “It was an unbelievable opportunity that I got, playing with the great team I have. The guys are unbelievable.” McCarry hopped around during the 2018-2019 season, toiling for the Tigers in the WHL and for the Fort McMurray Oil Barons in the Alberta Junior (A) Hockey League. The left-shot forward racked up 23 points in 58 games playing full-

time with the Tigers in 2019-2020 and had seven goals and 12 points in 20 games last season for Medicine Hat. “I saw progression from 17 to 18 and 18 to 19,” Clouston said. “So I anticipated the progression to continue. The one thing he did do was he really filled out. At 16, he might have been the smallest player in the league.” McCarry did not factor into the Tigers’ plans this season, with Medicine Hat opting to keep the overage trio of Corson Hopwo and Lukas Svejkovsky, both forwards, and defenceman Daniel Baker. McCarry went from WHL castaway to fourthleading scorer on a club that is 17-2 and likely to be among the top two in Canadian Hockey League rankings this week. “I was just fortunate enough that Shaun gave me an opportunity to play my last year in the league for me to show what I can do,” McCarry said. “I’m really excited about what this team can do. The sky is the limit.”

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5 elements and 11th in the Star 7 women’s division. Victoria Warner placed second in Star 7/8 elements, third in the Star 8 women’s division and eighth in Star 7 women’s action. Dreah Portelance finished second in Star 9 artistic competition and sixth in the juvenile women’s division. Jovi Lucia and Carmen Coriale snared silver in Star 1 free skate. Sophie Hayner placed fifth in the Star 5 13-and-over division. ATOP THE DIVISION The Kamloops Storm capped a two-win weekend with a 5-0 victory over the Sicamous Eagles on Saturday at Sandman Centre. Colton Phillips-Watts stopped 28 shots to pick up the shutout between

the pipes, with support from goal scorers Zakery Anderson, Hudson Cameron, Samuel Lewis, Evan Douglas and Walker McEwen. Kamloops blanked hometown Kelowna 3-0 on Friday. Phillips-Watts made 28 saves in the shutout victory. Doug Birks Division standings: Kamloops (13-4-1-0), Revelstoke (13-5-0-0), Chase (7-54-0), 100 Mile House (5-10-0-1) and Sicamous (5-10-0-0). The Storm are slated to play next on Friday in Sicamous.

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Classics help Team West to bronze Seven Kamloops Classic Swimming athletes were in action at the UBC Odlum Brown Colleges Cup in Vancouver. Julie Moore, Sienna Angove, Parker Cameron, Sela Wist, Max Angove, Jack Cameron and Jake Gysel cracked Team West, which included 20 of the top male and female high school swimmers in Western Canada. Moore anchored the 4x50m freestyle relay team that earned a silver medal. She also placed seventh in the 50m freestyle to qualify for the Western Canadian Swimming Championships in April. Sienna Angove established four Classics’ records and earned four top-10 finishes, including fifth-place results in the 200m and 400m freestyle events. Parker Cameron

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touched the wall in seventh place in the 200m backstroke, Wist placed fifth in the 50m backstroke, Max Angove finished 10th in the 200m backstroke B final, Jack Cameron was ninth in both the 100m freestyle and 50m fly B finals and Jake Gysel earned a second-place result in the

200m backstroke B final. Team West placed third among 11 teams. PACK IN THE POOL Matthew Gauthier of Sylvan Lake, Alta., led the way for the TRU WolfPack at the Canada West Swimming Championships, which wrapped up on

Sunday in Edmonton. He finished fourth, ninth and 11th in three breaststroke events. Gauthier’s fourth-place finish — he touched the wall in a personal-best time of 28.30 seconds in the 50-metre breaststroke — is the WolfPack’s best individual result in program history at the CW Championships. Gauthier has qualified to compete in the U Sports National Championships. Emily Dagasso of Kamloops and Thomas Alexander of Lethbridge rounded out the Pack’s three-person team at the event. Dagasso’s best result came on Friday, a thirdplace finish in the 50m breaststroke B final. Alexander finished sixth in the 200m individual medley B final on Sunday, his best result.

WolfPack hoops squad off schneid Head coach Ken Olynyk and the TRU WolfPack women’s basketball team picked up their first win of the Canada West campaign on Friday at the Tournament Capital Centre, a 77-60 victory over the UBC Okanagan Heat of Kelowna. “The biggest thing is that we are improving,” Olynyk told TRU Sports Information. “They don’t know that we’re improving, but we are improving.” Fourth-year guard Megan Rouault led the way for the Pack, scoring 11 points in the final 10 minutes of the fourth quarter to seal victory. UBC Okanagan (4-4) bounced back on Saturday, thumping hometown TRU 89-51. The WolfPack (1-7) are

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3544 NAVATANEE DRIVE

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323 CHINO PLACE

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503 – 975 Victoria Street West $459,000

• 13,765 sq ft lot • Spacious 30’ x 18’ detached Shop • Updated flooring and fresh paint throughout

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Coming Soon! The Lightwell - Kamloops’ newest building in the heart of Downtown. Studio + den 4th floor unit and studio 5th floor unit. Bright and inviting floor plans featuring 9’ ceilings, in-suite laundry, stainless steel appliances, underground/heated parking & so much more. Large sundecks where you can take in the stunning mountain and city views. Enjoy all the amenities Downtown has to offer all within walking distance to dining, shopping, parks, transit, schools, etc. The Lightwell also features a rooftop patio, 2 elevators, intercom admittance plus pets and rentals are welcome. First time buyer, looking to downsize or hoping to invest - this building has everything you need & more. Contact Phil Dabner for more details.

746 Pleasant Street - Centrally located in South Kamloops within walking distance to schools, parks, shopping, Sagebrush Theater, the hospital, city center, bus route and approx 10 minutes to TRU. Some Features of this updated home are 2 bedrooms on the main floor, an extra loft style Bedroom/office on the upper floor. Updates include bathrooms, Kitchen, flooring, paint, windows and roof. There is also a 2 Bedroom self-contained suite with separate entry. The yard is fully fenced and has a large detached shop with additional parking to the side. Alley access. Appliance package available up and down. Quick possession. Call Phil for additional information and or for viewings $698,800

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1072 Schreiner Street - Centrally located in Brocklehurst and ideal for the growing family. This property faces a park and backs onto Brock Recreation center. Close proximity to Airport, Kamloops Golf and Country Club, schools, shopping and bus route. Some features of this bungalow style home are 3 bedrooms on the main floor and 2 additional bedrooms in the lower floor. The main floor has an open plan featuring hardwood floors and a country style kitchen with a large island that overlooks the living and dining area. The lower floor has a spacious storage room, coldroom, utility and laundry room as well as an open area ideal for family or a games area. Ample parking with additional parking and a gate to access the backyard. The property is fenced with mature landscaping and features a large garden shed. $569,900

QUALIFIED BUYERS LOOKING FOR 11-1651 VALLEYVIEW DRIVE - NEW TO MARKET. Centrally located in Valleyview Drive and a few minutes from the City Centre. Meadowlark Terrace is a very well cared for, small bare-land strata community. It has a Recreation Center, indoor pool, and RV parking. This level entry unit is comfortably designed for wheelchair access and features easy access from the 2-car attached garage to the main floor laundry and mud-room. The unit has 5 well-sized bedrooms, 3 bathrooms including the 4 piece ensuite, a fully finished daylight basement, and a 40’x10’ covered deck with lovely views. For additional information and or for viewings call PHIL at 250-318-0100 OR 778-765-1500! OFFERED AT $698,800.

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Sun-Rivers between $650,000-$850,000 West-End or South Kamloops – $750,000-$1,000,000 Ski and Ski out at Sun-Peaks – $1,0000-3,000,000 Townhome - any location South Shore up to $500,000 Single family home – $650,000-$900,000 South Shore any location single family – $600,000-$800,000

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Sahali 311-436 LORNE STREET • $389,900 • MLS®164858

Valleyview 34-2860 VALLEYVIEW DRIVE • $525,000 • MLS®164904

• Immaculate 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment in The Courtyard • 1 parking stall & 1 storage locker • 1 dog or cat allowed with strata permission. No rental restrictions

• This immaculate townhouse in Cortland Park has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Pets and rentals allowed with strata permission • Quick possession possible

D L O S Rayleigh 4616 CAMMERAY DRIVE • $699,900 • MLS®164759 • Great family home and area with 3+2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Many updates including furnace, roof, windows, paint, and more • Quick possession possible

Aberdeen 1430 WESTERDALE DRIVE • $1,350,000 • MLS®163997 • Executive home in Glenmohr Estates with 2+3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms • Just under 4000 square feet of living space and large 0.32 acre lot • Immaculate inside and out

Westsyde 3606 OVERLANDER DRIVE • $795,000 • MLS®165061 • Bright basement entry home with 2+2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Corner lot with double garage and separate entry • Great home and location close to amenities including The Dunes golf course

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3920 Heffley-Louis Creek Road $1,048,000

4373 Clearwater Valley Rd $1,099,000

6640 Old HWY 5 $1,849,900

G N I D N E P MLS®165045

Obituaries

MLS®165043

Obituaries

MLS®164680

MLS®162873

Arthur Walter Blackall 1928 - 2021

Guy Lionel Dansereau Born on April 2, 1958, in Prince Albert, SK. and passed away on November 21, 2021, in Kamloops, BC formerly of Maple Ridge, BC. Guy was predeceased by his father Paul Dansereau, his mother Irene Dansereau, and brother-in-law Marcel Benard. He leaves to mourn four sisters, Michelle (Don) Spindor, Beatrice (Les) Weigel, Marilyn (Guy) Pouliot, Paulette (Henry) Vandervelde, nieces and nephews, Lisa Spindor (Jason Baybutt), Mike Spindor (Brankica Gavrilovic), Danielle (Ryan) Johnson, Adam Spindor, Stephanie Vandervelde (Alexander Bell), Carl and (Kodi) Weigel, Lauren Weigel (Anthony Chasky), Michel Benard (Karsen Rosset), great nieces and nephews Grady Johnson, Olivia Johnson, Casey Henderson, Jacob Henderson, Georgia Spindor, Jackson Spindor and Mackenzie Weigel and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Guy was a gentle soul. A kind and generous friend to all he met. Always ready to help anyone in need. He lived his life on his own terms, always. He enjoyed life and spending time with his family and friends. He had a special place in his heart for animals and had two incredibly special dogs, Molly and Max who he had to place with friends as a move did not allow pets. Later, he inherited a smaller dog named “Bella” who belonged to a special friend who sadly passed. Bella was the light of his life. Guy taught her many tricks. The nieces and nephews always enjoyed when he would visit with Bella. It was Guy’s request not to have a funeral but instead have a “Party” he called it. Due to the state of our roads with all the flooding, we have decided to postpone A Celebration of Life TBD.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arthur Walter Blackall of Kamloops, BC, on November 22, 2021, at 93 years of age. Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Mina Blackall, as well as their children Sheila (Ray) Brooks of Kamloops, Bruce (Kathy) Blackall of Sheridan Lake, Tara (Terry) Hartwig of Kamloops, and Earl (Terri) Blackall of Kamloops. Also left to cherish Arthur’s memory are grandchildren Lana (Joseph), Erin (Scott), Sydnee and Tia, as well as great-grandchildren Shaunnessy, Brooke and Carter, and two sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, countless nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Arthur was predeceased by his parent Vi and Jack, brothers Phil and Dick, and sister Ruth Menard. Art was born in Tisdale, SK, in 1928. He moved with his family to BC in 1944. In 1950 he met his future wife Mina, who he married 2 years later in Mission, BC. Art and Mina moved to 100 Mile House in 1955, and then to Kamloops in 1969. Art was a truck driver by trade and was nicknamed “The Hawk” by his trucking friends. Art enjoyed camping, fishing, and socializing with family and friends. He also enjoyed buying cars; a trip to get toilet paper once resulted in him coming home with a Chrysler New Yorker instead. Art had a vivacious personality and was always the life of the party. He will be greatly missed. There will be no formal ceremony, by request. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. Malan, the doctors, and nurses at RIH, and Ponderosa Lodge nurses and caregivers. In lieu of flowers, donations in Art’s memory may be made to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

MLS®164819

THE ANGEL ON YOUR SHOULDER

By Jackie Huston Lena, Wisconsin There’s an angel on your shoulder Though you may not know she’s there, She watches over you day and night And keeps you in her care. There’s an angel on your shoulder Watching you learn and grow Keeping you safe from danger And nurturing your soul. She’ll be there through your triumphs She’ll dance on clouds with pride, She’ll hold your hand through disappointments and fears, Standing faithfully by your side. In her lifetime this angel was strong and true, And stood up for what was right. In your life you’ll be faced with decisions and trials And she’ll shine down her guiding light. Life holds so much in store for you, So remember as you grow older, There are no heights you cannot reach ‘Cause there’s an angel on your shoulder. Bereavement Publishing Inc. 5125 N. Union Blvd, Suite 4 Colorado Springs, CO 80918

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Lost Lost: Yellow Gold Ring on the N/Shore. Centre stone is aqua marine and band containing 8 diamonds. 250-374-9677.

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

Antiques Wrought iron beds $300/each. High chair $30. Cedar Hope Chest $400. Rocking chair $150. Oak dresser with mirror $475. 250-3728177.

Washers / Dryers Whirlpool full size stacker washer and dryer white. $500/obo. 250376-6607.

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 “Power of One” Magnificent creation by John Banovich 43”hx50”wide brown wooden frame. $500 Firm 250-578-7776

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Bicycles Trek Crossrip Road Bike. Like new. Paid $1950 Asking $1300. 250-5720753.

For Sale - Misc 6pc patio set. $225. 6pc Bedroom set like new. $575. 2 Horse Saddles $295/each. Beaver table saw 48” $125. Battery charger $75. Angel grinder $75. Small radial alarm saw $50. 250-374-8285. 75ft of 3/4” polyline w/heat tape. $200. 12ft field roller. $250. Lrg garden tractor. $200. 250672-9712. Antique china cabinet $800. Ivory Wingback chair. $75. 4-seater beige couch. $100. 250-3764161. Fuel tanks - 1-300 gal and 2-100gal on stands. $300. 250-672-9712 or 250-819-9712. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 30,000 for $2,000/obo 250-3766607. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $6,000/obo 250-3766607. Honeywell Programmable Thermostat like new. $25. 778-921-2547. Kamloops Pow-Wow aerial photos on stretched canvas. $400/all text 250208-1191.

Plants / Shrubs / Trees Scotch Pine trees smaller ponderosa in pots 2ft (50) $10 each obo 250376-6607

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Furniture

Antique Duncan Phyfe table, extra leaf, buffet, hutch and 4 chairs. Exec cond. $600. 778-2577155. 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.

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Farm Services

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS

Sit up exercise bench. $25. 250-372-7022.

BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

Pets

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Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act. Peace of mind pet care and house sitting. Keep your house and pets safe while your away. 250374-6007.

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Peter Smiths Renovations Free Estimates: Kitchens, Basements, Renos, Sidewalks, Garages, Fencing, So Much More Not Limited (250) 2626337

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3 Michelin 205/50 R16 winters. $50/tire or $100/3. Good tread. Call 778-220-6566 with offers.

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Sports & Imports 1995 Volvo SW, 940 turbo. Classic. Exec cond. $4,000/obo. 250-6729712.

2017 Genesis G90 Prestige 4 Dr Pure Luxury 3.3 twin turbo AWD. Loaded with options 45,500 kms. White with brown leather $48,800 250-319-8784

Trucks & Vans 2009 Ford Ranger, +cab. 4ltr, 5spd, winters on. 405,000kms. Good cond. $3,000. 250-372-7817.

2004 GMC 3/4T HD. New brakes, good tires. $6,000/obo. 250-3207774.

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HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. A Great Xmas Gift. Next C.O.R.E. January 8th and 9th. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L December 5th. Sunday. Professional outdoorsman and Master Instructor: Bill 250-376-7970.

2 - P215 / 60 R 16 M&S $125.00 2 -P225 / 60 R 16 M&S $125.00 2 - 245 / 50 VR 16 Good Year Eagle M&S $250.00 Phone 250-319-8784

Automotive Tires Pirelli P7 Cinturato Run Flat tires on 17 “ BMW M series rims. $ 700.00. 250-819-0863. 4 Toyo Winters. 235/55/R18. Will take $150. 250-371-1704.

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All aluminum cargo trailer 7ftx14ft. $12,000/firm. Like new. 250-719-3539.

Trucks - 4WD

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2017 Harley Davidson Road King Milwaukee 8 engine. 35,000kms. $16,000/obo. 250-6823152.

250-838-0111 Automotive Tires

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Utility Trailers

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE Renos & Home Improvement

$1250 - 3 lines or less BONUS (pick up only): • 2 large Garage Sale Signs • Instructions

Motorcycles

10-989 McGill Pl. Kamloops

Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650.

8ft Antique Couch $700. Couch & matching chairs $100. 250-374-1541.

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No Businesses, Based on 3 lines Merchandise, vehicles, trailers, RV’s, boats, ATV’s, furniture, etc. $ 3500

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Mastercraft 10” table saw $150. Mastercraft Miter saw w/stand. $150. Iron Horse Air Compressor 4.1 CFM $100. 250573-5635.

Shoprider Scooter. $750. 250-574-0325.

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2018 GMC Z71 SLT Crewcab 4X4 fully equipped. Excellent condition. Black with black leather. 107,000 kms $54,800 250-319-8784

Legal / Public Notices NOTICE OF DISPOSAL SALE Notice of abandoned boat and trailer. Owner is Gabriel Matos Braga, last known address was 68-7545 Dallas Drive, Kamloops BC, V2C 6X8. Owing storage fees of $110.00 for a 1988 Calkins boat, Vin#17192500. Any claim to the above must be made in writing to The Gateway Estates, #55-7545 Dallas Drive, Kamloops, BC V2C 6X8 within 15 days of the first notice being printed in the paper. NOTICE OF DISPOSAL SALE TAKE NOTICE that Storage Vault Canada Inc, doing business as Sentinel Storage, intends to sell the following vehicle: 2004 Gray BMW 325 T 4-Door. V i n : WBAEN33414PC13558 Owner: Dean Bombardier of Pacific Imex Capital Corp., Amount of debt: $402.20. The sale will be held on or after January 5, 2022 at 1271 D Salish Rd, Kamloops, BC. NOTICE OF SEIZURE/SALE By virtue of the Warehouse’s Lien Act, the following Equipment owned by H&S Waste Services LTD. and / or the Estate of Terry Bauder, of 1290 Howe Road, Kamloops, BC V1S 1M3, will be seized and sold, to recover the amount of $13,750. For recovery and storage of the said items, plus, costs of Seizure and Sale. Items as follows, One trailer, single axle, Container Vin #7L24615259 Foreign Import. One, 1995 Ford, 2WHDR, Tractor, Vin #1FTYS95L7SVA31028 One, 2005 PJ Trailer Flatdeck Vin #4P5PH282551072179. Any claim to the above Items, must be made in writing to, M. Hanson, #38-2960 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops, BC V2B 8B6. within the14 days of the first Notice being printed in this Paper, Kamloops.

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U-Haul Moving & Storage of Kamloops North Shore claims a Landlords Contractual Lien against the following persons goods in storage at 720 Halston Ave., BC, Tel: 250-376-0962. Auction is subject to cancellation at any time without notice. JUSTIN CHUDRICK KATHRYN YOUNG SUZY FEKETE VALERIE POWELL SUZANNE FEKETE MIKE ROBERT ROBERT SMITH A sale will take place on ibid4storage.com. until Friday December 17, 2021. The auction will end at 11:00 AM, unless bidding battle begins. Room contents are personal/household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each locker or U-box unit.

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FOREST STEWARDSHIP PLAN #684 AMENDMENT FOR THE SALVAGE OF 2021 WILDFIRE DAMAGED TIMBER IN THE WHITE ROCK AND MABEL COMPLEX WILDFIRE AREAS IN VISUALLY SENSITIVE AREAS Tolko’s Southern Interior Woodlands has an approved Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) #684 that encompasses the Kamloops, Merritt and Okanagan Timber Supply Areas (TSA), Tree Farm Licence #49 and a portion of the Arrow and Boundary TSAs. Each of these areas are in a Forest Development Unit (FDU) where timber harvesting and road construction activities may occur under the plan. This amendment is for the salvage of damaged timber from the 2021 White Rock (K61884) and Mabel Complex (K41561) wildfires in visually sensitive areas in FDU 3-Okanagan and FDU 4–TFL 49. Due to the extensive damage from the wildfires, Tolko is proposing an amendment to the FSP for Visual Quality Objectives (VQO) that would allow for the salvage of wildfire damaged timber while varying from the established objectives to the extent necessary to recover that damaged timber. The viewpoint locations applicable to this amendment include the Westwold, Monte Lake, Woods Lake, Jimmie Lake, Douglas Lake Road and Mabel Lake (east side) areas. The public, stakeholders, First Nations and other interested parties may provide comments specific to Tolko’s planned amendment to Section 5.19.3 “Visual Quality in Scenic Areas with a VQO” of FSP #684. Consistent with the Forest Planning and Practices Regulation Section 20(2)(d) for the expeditious harvest of fire damaged timber this notification period has been shortened to a 10-day period to allow for salvage as early as this winter. The proposed amendment will be available for Review and Comment from Dec 1st to Dec 13th 2021 at Tolko’s office listed below. Hours of viewing will be between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday excluding holidays*. Tolko Southern Interior Woodlands Office - Address & Location 4280 Hwy 6, Lumby BC V0E 2G7 (located 5 km west of Lumby) *Note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, arrangements to view the amendment must be made ahead of time and may include viewing options other than at the Tolko office such as a virtual meeting.

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Interested persons can schedule an appointment by calling Jamie Skinner, RPF at 250-318-3779 or email jamie.skinner@tolko.com . All written comments must be received before 4:00 pm PDT December 13th to be considered for this amendment. The FSP is available for viewing online through Tolko’s website at:

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For a minimum of six months. On the job training will be available. The Social Development Coordinator is required to properly supervise and manage the overall Social Development programs including Income Assistance, Adult in Home Care, Child out of Parental Home, National Child Benefit ReInvestment, and Family Violence Prevention. For more details on the above opportunities please visit www.localwork.ca or Forward Resumes to: Gary Forsyth, Administrator Fax: (250) 256-7999 Only those short listed will be contacted

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Print and Digital Editor The Columbia Valley Pioneer is looking for a full-time Print and Digital Editor for our news operation based in Invermere. We operate a daily news site - columbiavalleypioneer.com, and a weekly community newspaper serving ten communities in the Upper Columbia Valley. We also publish various speciality magazines produced on an annual basis. The successful candidate must work well in a team setting, but is selfmotivated. At present we have a staff of three in the newsroom plus various contributors. The magazines are typically produced by freelance contractors, but the magazine work has been significantly curtailed by the COVID-19 situation.

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

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Maria Corbo

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December 6, 1926 - November 17, 2021

Dale Noel Robertson

April 28, 1953 - November 16, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dale Noel Robertson who passed November 16, 2021. Dale was born April 28, 1953 in Vancouver and grew up in White Rock, BC. He worked for White Rock Mufflers and had many good times in the clubhouse made in the old bus station. Dale had many friends in White Rock, that he thought of often. When diagnosed with MS he re-trained as a professional custodian (Janitor) and worked at Weatherby Pavilion at Peace Arch Hospital. He moved to North Kamloops in 2009 with his wife Carol. Dale is survived by his wife Carol (46 years), niece Zoey Roberston (Chris), great nephews Nicholas and Waylen, nephew Ozzie Robertson, nieces Yolanda (Kelly) and Tanya (Kevin), great nieces Olivia, Ava, Abbygail and Madeline, nephew Michael Yoshy, brother-in-law Bob Yoshy (Alanna), bestest friend Teresa Maclean, god children Dana, Jaclyn, Jake and great goddaughter Lily. Predeceased by parents Walter and Florence, brother Garth, oldest godson Harley David Hernstedt, mom and dad Yoshy, Janice Yoshy and great niece Janice Story. A special thank you to Pine Grove Care Home for the care of Dale. No service at his request. Ashes to be spread in the future, in White Rock. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maria Corbo. Maria passed away peacefully at the age of 94 after a long struggle with dementia. Maria was predeceased by her loving husband of 67 years Pasquale and her sisters Antonietta Gasdia, Pasqualina Sale, Carmela Ciarlo and Rosa Iadarola and her brothers Nicola Borrelli and Michele Borrelli. She is survived by her children Irene Corbo, Renato (Debra) Corbo and Tina (Mike) Butorac and grandchildren Natalie Corbo and Gillian Corbo. She is also survived by one sister Rita Capobianco. Maria was born on December 6, 1926 in Fragneto Monforte, Benevento, Italy. She and her husband, Pasquale, immigrated to Canada in 1958 settling in Revelstoke before moving onto Kamloops. Maria was an amazing cook who loved baking bread, cookies and traditional Italian dishes. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and passing on these traditional recipes. She also enjoyed canning fresh fruit and vegetables from the garden. Maria had a beautiful smile and loved to laugh. Her children and grandchildren brought her a lot of happiness and joy. Maria was always there to lend a hand to friends and neighbours and will be greatly missed by those who knew her. The family would like to thank the staff at Kamloops Seniors Village for the care and support given to Maria through the last four years of her life. Prayers will be recited at Schoening Funeral Service on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 7:00 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 11:00 am.

Nicholas George Martin

February 9, 1933 - Prelate, Saskatchewan November 12, 2021 - Calgary, Alberta Nicholas (Nick) Martin, beloved husband of Barbara Martin (née Graham) of Calgary, AB, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021 at the age of 88 years. In 1962, Nick became the first welding instructor at the Nelson Vocational School. In 1966, Nick moved his family to Istanbul, Turkey for a one-year United Nations teaching position. In 1972, Nick accepted the position as a Welding Instructor at Cariboo College in Kamloops, BC. In 1975, he moved his family to Bahrain for a one-year United Nations teaching position. In 1976, Nick returned to Cariboo College and worked there until he retired in 1992. Nick is survived by his daughters, Georganne Dupont and Kathleen Wilkinson; son, Kerry Martin, four grandchildren, Ross Dupont, Tawnya Kulyk, Megan and Brittany Krepakevich; three great-grandchildren, Noah and Jace Kulyk, and Cristino Mendoza Krepakevich; as well as his brother, Joseph Martin. Nick was predeceased by his son, Dwayne Martin, two sisters, Maria Berg and Adeline Emery; and brother, Paul Martin. Nick will be laid to rest at the Mountain View Cemetery in Trail, BC. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor’s choice. In living memory of Nicholas Martin, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Deerfoot South, 12281 40th STREET SE, CALGARY, AB T2Z 4E6, Telephone: 403203-0525.

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GIVE LAVISHLY LIVE ABUNDANTLY By Helen Steiner Rice The more you give, The more you get, The more you laugh, The less you fret,

Clifford Dwayne Otto

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We are very saddened to announce the passing of Clifford Dwayne Otto in Kamloops BC on November 20, 2021, at 83 years of age.

The more you live abundantly,

Dwayne is predeceased by his mother Agnes (Lola) Moran and his father Edward Otto.

The more you’ll always have to spare,

Dwayne leaves behind his loving wife Donna of 56 years, children Debbie (Devlin), Dari, Dwayne (Maxine) and five grandchildren Dustin, Taylor, Daylynn, Caitlyn and Madelyn, brother-in-law Wayne (Carol) and their family, many cousins and many good friends. Dwayne was born and raised in The Pas, Manitoba. He then moved to BC where he met his wife Donna. They settled in Kamloops in 1974 where Dwayne retired from Weyerhaeuser.

The more of everything you share,

The more you love, The more you’ll ﬁnd, That life is good, And friends are kind, For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day.

Dwayne enjoyed fishing, golfing, gardening, his Metis activities and travelling with his wife. His greatest joy in life was to be surrounded by his family. He will be lovingly remembered for his sense of humour and his love of laughter. Special thanks to Dr. Mavis Hollman, Leslie from Interior Health and the staff and volunteers from Marjorie Willoughby Hospice Home. No formal service by request. Should friends desire, donations may be made to Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice in Kamloops.

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Jamie Ronald Lloyd Belanger June 5, 1973 - November 17, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jamie Belanger. Jamie is predeceased by his father Johnny and brotherin-law Trevor. Jamie will be lovingly remembered and fought so hard because of his deep love of his two young daughters, Cora and Gia, and his wife and best friend Kari-Anne. Jamie’s life is celebrated by his mother Cheryl, his brother Jeffrey (Mackenzie), his sister Joanna, and nieces Jaida and Jazlyn, and his three step-children Annalisa, Marcus (Nicola), Alexander (Megan), his granddaughter Harper along with his extended family in BC, Ontario and Norway. He loved being a dad more then anything and his family was his life. Jamie was born in Toronto and was a die-hard Blue Jays fan and believed this was the year for his team. Jamie moved to Kamloops when he was 13 and graduated from KSS. From 1993 to 2000, he worked for Grayco Contracting and had such fond memories of his firefighting years. In 2000, Jamie started his pipeline career with Triple J Pipelines in 2014 and became a Superintendent and would say “nothing finer than a pipeliner.” He loved and respected his pipeline family until the end. Jamie had an almost two-year battle with colon cancer, and he fought with courage, strength, a sense of humour and never stopped living. Jamie loved life and loved living but wants us to know he was never afraid to die. He knew he would see his dad, brother-in-law, grandparents, and close friends again.

God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So, he put his arms around you and whispered “Come to me”. With tearful eyes we watched you, as you slowly slipped away, And though we loved you dearly, we couldn’t make you stay. Your golden heart stopped beating, your tired hands put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. Jamie wanted to make sure that we thanked all the fantastic doctors and nurses in Kelowna and Kamloops including everyone at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice House for the care Jamie was given there. Jamie’s funeral will be held at the Kamloops Alliance Church on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 1:00 pm. Vaccine passport and masks are mandatory.

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Ronald Loudon Wark

November 2, 1936 - November 22, 2021 The family of Ron Wark were honoured to receive his unconditional love throughout the years. He was a beloved father and husband, and an adored grandfather. Born to Ruby and Darcy Wark in Winnipeg on November 2, 1936, he is survived by his six siblings, of which he was the oldest: Bob, Donna, Doug, Terry, Joan, and Larry and their spouses. He was a cherished uncle to his numerous nieces and nephews. Ron leaves behind his wife, Pearl, who he met through mutual acquaintances while he was working at the Imperial Bank (now CIBC) in Winnipeg. They married in 1956 and had three children, his daughter Shawna (Bill), and his two sons Clinton (Heather) and Darren (Jennifer). While in Winnipeg from 1953 to 1974 and 1978 to 1993, and during a four-year stint in Thompson in the 1970’s, he was a member of Niakwa Country Club and Thompson Golf Club, St. Vital Curling Club and Burntwood Curling Club, both the Rotary and Kinsmen Clubs, and various other community groups. Ron spent his career in banking and insurance before retiring to Kamloops, BC to spend time predominately with the next generation of his family. He was treasured by his five grandchildren Tori (Destry), Chloe (Sean), Elizabeth, Mackenzie, and Abbernathy. He was a gracious host and ensured that his family and friends knew that his door was always open to them. He was consistently generous with his time and attention. An avid news reader, he was always happy to share the day’s event with anyone who would listen. He was a frequent attendee of Music in the Park and always liked to sit close to the front so that he could truly appreciate the performances. During retirement he was an active member of the Kamloops Curling Club, Kamloops Lawn Bowling Association, and Kamloops Slo-Pitch communities as well as a long-time member of Rivershore Golf Club. Through his decline due to Alzheimer’s, Ron received fantastic care from many very special people. We would like to thank the staff of Royal Inland Hospital, Ponderosa Lodge and Kamloops Seniors Village for the care and devotion they showed to him and his family over the past 4 years. His quick wit, financial lectures, and easy smile will be greatly missed. He taught us the importance of kindness and how to always find joy in the small things. A celebration of life will be held with family and friends at a later date. Condolences may be expressed at https://www.drakecremation.com/obituaries

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Bernice Haller

February 25, 1927 - November 9, 2021 It is with great sadness we announce Bernice Haller passed away on November 9, 2021 in Kamloops at the age of 94 years. Bernice was born in Cereal, Alberta. (Feet first we might add). February 25, 1927. She later moved to Big Bar where she met and married Clarence Haller. They moved to Lac La Hache then to Clinton and Merritt before settling down in Kamloops. Bernice is survived by her sons Tim Haller, Larry (Margaret) Haller, daughter Iris Robinson and sister Vera Dodge, grandchildren Amber, Michelle (Neil), Jody, Kelly (Barry), Corey, Jai, Tanya, Jason, Vicki (Justin), greatgrandchildren Dannica, Harley, Austin, Lane, Kiya, Gracie, Colby, Denaya, Luke, Emma, Dawson, Jaida, Kora, Deegan, great great-grandchildren Ryder, Presley, Abel, Tucker, Weston, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Ernest and Cora, husband Clarence, sisters Ruby and Ileen, brothers Earl and Spencer. Bernice loved reminiscing and laughing with her sisters for hours while they played card games. She knitted as well as crocheted many beautiful blankets and doilies. During summer months you could find her and Clarence panning for gold on their claim at Big Bar. Bernice always looked forward to the family jamboree gatherings. If she wasn’t up dancing you could still see her feet tapping to the music, while she sat and listened.

When anyone asked her “How are you doing?” Her answer was always “I’m still kicking.” So she is “ Still kicking” in Heaven. God Bless you Mom.

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Linda Wong It is with great sadness that the family of Linda (Tak Yin) Wong announces her passing. The oldest of five children, Linda was born on the 4th day of the first moon, during the last year of the Sino-Japanese war, in Guiyang, China, back then a small provincial town in the southwestern part of China, about 1000 km away from Japanese-occupied Hong Kong. At the end of WWII, her parents were reunited and brought her back to Hong Kong, where she grew up with her four younger siblings and helped her parents with their small home-based factory making Christmas lights. After her marriage to Ken Wong (predeceased) in 1969 she moved to Vancouver with her new husband and eventually settled in Kamloops where they raised three children. As young entrepreneurs, Linda oversaw the floor operations of the Caribou Restaurant alongside our father who ran the kitchen. After retiring our mother was able to travel back to Hong Kong to see her friends and cousins that she dearly missed. She also went back to school and took classes at University College of the Cariboo (now known as Thompson Rivers University). Linda was always honest and told things like it was, not out of spite, but out of concern for the well-being of people she cared about. Our mother was never one to give up and as such she took computer classes 3 times till she was able to achieve success with a hard-earned passing grade of 50%. Our mother loved being with people and socializing; for example, she went to 5 different churches before she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Our mother always had a laugh and fun disposition in conversation with her friends - old and new. The family would like to thank Dr. Ward and the Hillside Centre 2 West nurses, in particular Kelly and Deb who tirelessly tended to our mother’s needs in her last days. She is survived by her three children, Daisy (Howard Glase), Willy and Wesley, and siblings, Frank (Selena) Lee, Patti (Edgar) Eng, Peggy Lee, and Kerry (Linda) Lee. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Schoening Funeral Service (513 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC) with a viewing at 11:00 am to be followed by the Service at 11:30 am. The webcast of the service of Linda Wong will be Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 11:20 am: https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/41575. Password: 341801004741 Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

Arthur August Kreke

December 5, 1940 - November 3, 2021 We regretfully announce that after a short battle with cancer, Dad passed away peacefully on November 3, 2021 at Royal Inland Hospital. Dad was raised on a farm near Humbolt, Saskatchewan by German immigrant parents Cecile and Henry. One of ten siblings, there was never a shortage of people around and this formed his lifelong focus on family and friends. He met the love of his life Pat while working construction in La Ronge. Shortly after their children Trevor and Stacey were born they moved to Logan Lake where he worked at Highland Valley Copper until his retirement. Being one of the original residents of Logan Lake, Dad was very involved in the community and volunteered for many organizations including the Fire Department and serving as president of the Curling and Snowmobile Clubs. He was named Citizen of the Year in 1987 for his contributions to Logan Lake. Dad loved the outdoors, and he and Mom enjoyed time at their cabin at Young Lake snowmobiling or boating. They liked exploring the less travelled parts of BC and looked forward to mid winter trips to Mexico with friends. When not outside there was always a game of cards to be had and it was rare that we ever bested him. After Mom passed in 2014 Dad settled down a bit but still enjoyed doing odd jobs running equipment or driving hay truck at his friend’s ranch. He also enjoyed getting together with friends over a beer or darts at the Black Bull. A wonderful Dad and grandfather, he was always patient, good humoured and encouraging. Never one to say too much, he led by example and will be dearly missed by everyone whose lives he touched. Dad is survived by is daughter Stacey (Rob) and son Trevor (Lori) as well as grandchildren Hannah, Montana (Trevor), Ryan, Sophia and Evan. A memorial will be held at the Logan Lake Curling Club lounge on Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Words of remembrance are encouraged and welcomed. Covid protocols are in effect including mandatory Covid Vaccination. Instead of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation. http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/donate Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com

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Marie Edna Larson (Neame) It is tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Marie at Kamloops Senior Village on November 16, 2021. Marie was born to Katherine and William Neame in Vancouver on May 18, 1937. Marie is survived by daughters Rosemarie (Grant), Judy (George), grandchildren Matthew (Samantha), Simon (Sabrina), Sarah (Mark), Jason (Jaden), Robert, Ashley (Brian), great-grandchildren Bennett, Harper, Ari, Maddox, Leo, Emily, and her siblings Char, Jim, and Louise. Mom was predeceased by her sons Stephen and William. Her first husband Ray Wallace, second husband James Larsen and good friend Frank Pouncy. She married Ray and they settled in Kamloops where they raised their four children. Mom could always be found volunteering her time with Girl Guides helping out with cookie sales or testing the girls for various badges. In 1976 Mom moved back to Vancouver where she met James Larsen. She busied herself in helping out Judy with guides and helping William at People in Motion. Family was everything to Mom and she moved back to Kamloops to be near her children and grandchildren much to the delight of her family. After Jim’s death she became involved with the Kamloops Singles club where she met Frank. Mom loved travelling, which took her to many places including Scotland, Costa Rica, Alaska and camping all over BC.

Each Loss Each loss is very diﬀerent, The pain is so severe. Will I ever stop missing This one I loved so dear? Good times we had together, The moments that we shared We didn’t have to tell each other How much we really cared. I never dreamed you’d go away, Never thought of sorrow. So sure you’d always be here Took for granted each tomorrow. Now my life is all confused Since you went away. You took a part of me And for help I daily pray. But when God sent you to me He never said that you were mine, That I could keep you always – Only borrowed for a time. Now, He’s called you home, I’m sad and I shed tears. Yet I’m glad He loaned you to me And we had these many years.

Mom had several hobbies such as knitting sweaters for the grandchildren, crocheting many Christmas decorations, walking, reading and a love of music. Her kind heart and infectious smile brightened our days. She devoted many years to her six grandchildren then adding five great-grandchildren to the mix. The later years Mom became an avid Blazers fan where she sat with 9 family members. One of the last big adventures for Mom was being driven around town Christmas 2020 to visit with all of her children, grandchildren and greats at their homes. This trip was a total surprise as we were from one end of town to the other. Lots of stunning Christmas light displays seen along the way, singing Christmas carols in the car and of course tapping her hand along to the music.

Mom you will forever remain in our hearts. You will be dearly missed.

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Glen Russell Crawford June 30, 1966 - November 26, 2021

On Friday, November 26, 2021, we said goodbye to Glen Crawford, a beloved Father, Son, Brother, and Friend. Glen was born on June 30, 1966 in Williams Lake, BC. Glen lived in many communities in BC, including 100 Mile House, Castlegar, Fernie, and Vernon, but spent most of his life in Kamloops, BC, where he attended Westsyde Secondary School. Glen had an adventurous spirit which led him to spend time in Mexico and travelling in Central and South America. As a child and youth, Glen dreamed of being an astronaut and he followed the development of private space travel closely. Glen married Keiry Millan-Pacheco on April 7, 2005, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and the three children of that union were the light of his life. Despite separating in 2015, Glen and Keiry remained close friends until his final moments. Glen was an avid reader and kept his books close, even when he wasn’t reading then. He loved to hunt, fish and waterski in his younger years, until his physical health issues got in the way. Glen was a true and loyal friend and supported those around him as best he could. He valued honesty, loved his family and was always up for a heated debate. Glen spent his last day with his loved ones and passed peacefully with his family around him, sending him off with love. Glen is survived by his three children Alex (15), Taylor (11) and Mackenzie (9), his parents Doug and Monica, his siblings Jenifer and Ken (Lisa), his niece Allison and nephew Eric, his former spouse Keiry (Keith and his son Mason), his “Swedish sister” Marie, and many other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider writing a memory of Glen for his children who are creating a memorial book and/or make a donation to the children’s education fund. Please contact Glen’s sister Jenifer (jen@crawfordlaw.ca) for more information. Thank you to the medical and administration staff of the Medical Assistance in Dying program for supporting Glen in his wish to die with dignity and leave this world on his own terms. There will be a Graveside Service at 11:00 am Friday, December 3, 2021 at Hillside Cemetery and a Celebration of Glen’s Life at 4:00 pm Friday, December 3, 2021 in the Kamloops Funeral Home at 285 Fortune Drive. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Donald Thomas Loewen May 11, 1959 - November 21, 2021

Don was born to Tom and Mary Loewen in the beautiful Nicola Valley, where his early years were spent ranching and building the foundation of his faith. Don worked as a tree faller, rancher, cowboy, forest fire fighter and saddle maker. All these things, he did with Jody by his side and the deep revelation of who God is and that he was put on this earth to love people exactly where they were at. Don is survived by his wife Jody Loewen, children: Ashley (Mark) Fairfield of Burnaby, BC, Benjamin (Sabrina) Loewen of Fort St. John, BC, Katie Loewen of Merritt, BC, Levi (Valerie) Loewen of Montreal, QC, Caleb (Eileen) Loewen of Merritt, BC and Zachariah Loewen of Port Coquitlam, BC, grandchildren: Ireland, Maverick, Joshua, Emily, Sawyer and one on the way, brothers and sisters: Jonathan (Christine) and Gordon (Leandra). Don was laid to rest in the Pine Ridge Cemetery in Merritt on Saturday, November 27, 2021. A Celebration of Life & Worship Service was held on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at the Motion Church in Kamloops. In lieu of flowers, please give to the Merritt Disaster Relief fund through Crossroads Community Church - specify “Relief fund”. Email:admin@merrittcrossroads.ca, subject “Don’s Memory”. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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Andrew (Drew) McLean We are devastated to share the news that our beloved partner, father, son and friend, Andrew (Drew) McLean died suddenly on November 8, 2021. Drew is survived by his loving spouse, Dione Bruno. Together for almost 20 years, they raised their wonderful children and have more beautiful memories together than many would in twice as many years. Drew is also survived by his beloved four children: Jessica, Michael Bruno (Amanda), Brandon Bruno and Cassia McLean, grandsons Ryley and Kohen Connolly, his devoted parents Edith and Barry McLeod, Joan Thorniley and his brothers Brian McLean, James McLeod (Twyla) and Scott Thorniley. He is also survived by his uncles Alex (Lorraine), Arnie (Sharon), Eric (Cathy) and Jim (Julie) Armstrong, aunt Carol and Linda McLean, godparents John and Chris Roberts and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Drew was predeceased by his father Kenneth McLean, his father-in-law Stewart Thorniley and his uncles John and Richard McLean, grandparents John and Jessica McLean and Arnie and Joyce Armstrong. As many knew, Drew had friends that were his “family of choice” as well. Dan ‘Dano’ Robertson (Austin), Nicole Rodgers and Trevor Highland (Grey and Callie), Nathan ‘Newf’ Bullen and Melanie Sangster (Thomas), ‘Old Man’ Dan and Nicky Jonsson (Trevor, Allie, Tanner and Brianna) and Keith and Melissa Campbell (Cadence and Lincoln) are bereft at this great loss. The list is endless because there are so many he considered family of choice. Drew was born and raised in Kamloops and graduated from Kam High in 1990. From a young age, Drew’s love of family, music, movies and sports was clear to all who knew him; his life was always true to those passions. Never daunted by not being able to do something, Drew tried it all: soccer, bowling, street hockey, karate and baseball. His mom was an early baseball coach of his, which perhaps instilled in him his lifelong love of playing slo-pitch. Eventually, when unable to play, he took his rightful place on 3rd base. Drew also attended Sunnybrae for many years and was a cadet. Drew took the accounting program, at what was then Cariboo College, and tried out different professions before being trained as a barber by his step-father in 2001 which led to him buying Fortune Barbershop, which he owned and managed for many years. When Drew set his mind to something, there was nothing that was going to stop him. This is how Kammerce Promotions was born. His love of music was where it started and he spent countless hours growing his dream. Drew had a lasting and immeasurable impact on the arts community in Kamloops, from booking talent through Kammerce Promotions and MPRO4, bringing musical acts to smaller and larger venues. He put Kamloops on the map as a standup comedy destination, beginning with the Fresh is Best Comedy nights and culminating with Kamloops Comedy Fest. Seeing the arts community flourish was one of his biggest goals. His dream was to have a stage to bring arts to the people, be it music, comedy or something else, which led to his latest adventure The Effie Arts Collection. Every entertainer he worked with he treated with respect and honour, whether they were seasoned or just starting out. Countless testimonials from performers can be seen on his Facebook wall. Many knew Drew through the sporting community where he had many roles; from working as an off-ice official for the Kamloops Blazers in his younger years to running the Westsyde Funleagers Slo-Pitch league with Nicole and working tirelessly to see Tournament Capital Ranch be the destination it is for world class softball. Some of his proudest roles were as the coach of his Mayhem/Men’s/Alpha teams and running the Freddie’s Tournament in honour of the late Fred Nicolson for KidSport. Family was number one with Drew, with music, sports and movies all vying for 2nd place. Drew’s love for his family was well known and will never be forgotten. Family trips to Disneyland, Los Cabos and special canoe trips to Myrtle Lake were highlights and no place was more special to him than being with them all. His family has lost their biggest supporter and source of strength and they will forever be grateful for having him in their lives. Drew is mortified that all this attention is being paid to him. He doesn’t know if this somehow means he will be eating first at dinner (gasp!) and please, stop pointing! A small, family only service will be held on December 5. A large, all-are-welcome celebration will be held at Dick Hart Park in Heffley Creek on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Any updates will be posted on the Facebook Invitation page (Celebration of Life for Drew McLean). A go fund me account has been set up for Drew’s family, with anything not required to offset his final expenses going towards a scholarship, something he would love to leave as a legacy as education was very important to him.

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Kamloops horror and comedy podcast Drunk in a Graveyard and the Kamloops Film Society are presenting a series of movies at the Paramount Theatre, downtown at Victoria Street and Fifth Avenue. • Dec. 11 will feature a screening of Krampus, along with a live Krampus at the theatre, with whom photos can be taken by donation, proceeds of which

will go to the Kamloops Film Society. Photos will take place from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., with the film to follow at 6:30 p.m. Hailing from Germanic alpine tradition, Krampus is a sidekick of sorts to jolly Old Saint Nick. While Santa Claus brings presents to nice children, Krampus comes to punish the naughtier ones. Krampus is often depicted as a devilish character or a twisted version of Santa Claus. • On Dec. 17, the 1974 Canadian

horror movie Black Christmas will be screened at 6:30 p.m. The original flick is one of the scariest movies ever made and far superior to the recent remake. • On Dec. 18, the classic holiday film Christmas Vacation will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Organizers will also be selling eggnog, singing songs and awarding prizes in the Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest. For tickets and other information, visit the Facebook pages of Drunk in a Graveyard or Kamloops Film Society.

The Mustard Seed’s second annual Turkey Toss fundraiser will be held on Friday, Dec. 10, at the Kamloops Alliance Church at 1 p.m. This year’s Turkey Toss event is presented by Save-On-Foods, 98.3 CIFM and the BC Turkey Farmers. Funds raised from the Turkey Toss will help provide services for the city’s homeless community. The Turkey Toss campaign will kick off with a six-day donation drive from Dec. 4 to Dec. 9 at all four Kamloops Save-On-Foods locations. Save-On-Foods’ shoppers have the opportunity to add a donation to their grocery bill, with each donation matched by Save-On-Foods and the BC Turkey Farmers, up to $4,000. For those wishing to donate turkeys for The Mustard Seed Kamloops’ Christmas dinner, the birds can be dropped off daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at The Mustard Seed’s outreach centre, downtown at 181 Victoria St. W., prior to Dec. 17. For those who would like to sign up for the Turkey Toss, there is room for 20 teams of three people who will each toss a fake turkey at multiple targets in an attempt to set the highest score and capture the coveted Turkey Toss Trophy. Contact Tyler Lowey by phone at 250-6826544 or by email at tylerlowey@theseed.ca to register a team. For more information, go online to TheSeed.ca/TurkeyToss.

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Musicians and thespians on stages in the city Dec. 2 to Dec. 4. Tickets are $15, available online at tru.ca/awt or by calling the box office at 250377-6100.

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Just ahead of the holiday season, a number of plays and performances are set for Kamloops venues in November and December. Groups include the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra, Western Canada Theatre, Chamber Musicians of Kamloops, the Kamloops Players, the Laughing Stock Theatre Society and TRU’s Actors Workshop Theatre. DEAD MAN’S CELL PHONE Up first is a presentation by the TRU Actors Workshop Theatre, with a play called Dead Man’s Cell Phone. Theatre students are preforming the play, which was written by American playwright Sarah Ruhl and is directed by sessional instructor Catriona Leger. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and the play’s final dates are from

A CHRISTMAS CAROL The Kamloops Players’ latest production is the classic story A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, will be set on the revamped Bridgeview Theatre stage at 106B Tranquille Ave. The community theatre group’s play will feature a cast of 16, with ages ranging from young to old. Its final dates are Dec. 3 to Dec. 5. Tickets are $15 ($10 for students and seniors). Call 250-305-6438 for tickets or bring exact change to the door. CHELSEA HOTEL AND COHEN As part of Western Canada Theatre’s new season, the Kamloops theatre company is presenting Chelsea Hotel: The Songs of Leonard Cohen. Showtimes vary from Dec. 2

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to Dec. 11, with evening shows at 7:30 p.m. and matinees on Wednesday and both Saturdays. Tickets start at $25 and are available through the Kamloops Live Box Office, online at kamloopslive.ca or by phone at 250374-5483. A number of events and special performances will accompany the show’s run. Details are available on the box office website. BAROQUE PEARLS Music is on offer, too. The Chamber Musicians of Kamloops’ next performance is on Dec. 4. Baroque Pearls will feature Catharine Dochstader on flute, Cvetozar Vutev on violin, Martin

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Kratky on cello and Curtis Howell on harpsichord. Tickets are $15 (general admission) and less for students. Family discounts are also available. For more information, go online to chambermusiciansofkamloops.org. CHRISTMAS WITH THE KSO Christmas music will arrive on Dec. 11 with a performance by the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra at its home base, Sagebrush Theatre. Christmas with the KSO will feature local soprano Rachel Casponi and guest conductor Cosette Justo Valdés. Tickets are $40 for adults or $15 for youths, available at the

O CHRISTMAS TEA Another Christmas presentation is slated for Dec. 17 and Dec. 18. Comedy duo James and Jamesy will present O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy at the Sagebrush Theatre. The duo says their show is “ideal for fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean and Dr. Seuss.” Tickets range from $19 to $44 and are available online at jamesandjamesy.com/o-christmastea. SLEEPING BEAUTY Finally, the Laughing Stock Theatre Society will present Sleeping Beauty — A Not So Maleficient Panto from Dec. 24 to Dec. 30 at the Sagebrush Theatre, with matinees and evening shows on offer. Tickets are $25, less for children, youth and seniors, available through the Kamloops Live Box Office at 250-374-5483.

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Wildlights event returns to BC Wildlife Park KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

After cancelling Wildlights 2020 due to pandemic-related event restrictions, the extremely popular event at the BC Wildlife Park in east Kamloops is back this year, presented by MJB Lawyers. The 24th annual event will run from Dec. 10 through Jan. 3, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily, with the exception of Christmas Day. There are almost one-million lights involved in the extravaganza and tickets can be purchased online at bcwildlife.org or at the door, The park is at 9077 Dallas Dr. There is a maximum of 1,000 online presale tickets available each night. Those with annual passes and memberships, should have their pass/membership number handy (located on the top left corner of the pass) to receive a discount. Those with annual passes or annual member tickets must bring valid photo ID, along with membership card for entry.

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Visitors to the Wildlights extravaganza at the BC Wildlife Park can ride the popular Wildlife Express train for a dollar. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW FILE

Money raised via Wildlights is used to support the BC Wildlife Park through the winter, with

funds generated covering the costs of an average monthly grocery bill of $10,000 and the costs of care

for the nearly 200 permanent resident animals, the Fawcett Family Wildlife Health Centre patients and care for the burrowing owls in the famous breeding program. This year, organizers have added a new location memorable Christmas photos — a magical forest, complete with Anna and Elsa (Dec. 10, 11, 12, 18, 19, 26 and Jan 2), Belle and Cinderella (Dec. 15 and 29), and Ariel and Sleeping Beauty (Dec. 22),from Kamloops Princess Parties. Old favourites of Wildlights will also be featured, including the Canadian Tire Kamloops Holiday Gazebo, endless light displays, the 250-foot Tunnel of Lights, 10 cozy fire pits to warm up with hot chocolate and a 20-foot-tall outdoor light tree. Alas, Santa Claus has decided to stay home at the North Pole to ensure he remains healthy in order to be able to deliver

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Christmas presents to everyone on Christmas Eve. However, there is a special mailbox where kids can drop off letters to Santa. But you should hurry as the letters need to be dropped off by Dec. 10 so they can get to the North Pole in time. The popular Wildlife Express miniature train will be operating nightly from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.. Tickets are $1 each (cash only) and can be purchased at the train station. Masks are encouraged, though not mandatory, and can be purchased at the train station for $1 each As in years past, Uncle Chris the Clown will be on his stage near the splash park on most days (excluding Dec. 18, 23, 24 and 31). Proof of vaccination is not required to attend Wildlights, though masks must be worn inside buildings.

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Stuff the Cruiser returns after one-year hiatus Crawford Williams needed help from mom to make sure toys didn’t come tumbling back out of the over-stuffed RCMP cruiser during the 2016 Stuff the Cruiser event in Kamloops. ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW FILE

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After the pandemic led to cancellation of the event in 2020, Kamloops Mounties are back this coming weekend to pack a police cruiser full of cash, clothes and toys to ensure kids get what they deserve this Christmas. On Saturday, Dec. 4, Kamloops RCMP officers, mascot Sergeant Safety Bear and volunteers will be at the Toys R Us parking lot at Notre Dame Drive and Summit Drive in Sahali for the annual Stuff the Cruiser campaign to support Christmas Amalgamated. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., police and crime-prevention vehicles will be parked in front of the retailer to accept unwrapped gifts and donations for kids and youth in need. “We are really excited to be bringing Stuff the Cruiser back this year,” Cpl. Dana Napier said in a release. “Last year, we

had to take a break from the event because of COVID-19 and it was something our staff and volunteers really missed.”

Along with collecting donations, the event also serves as an opportunity for the public to get to know some of its com-

munity police partners and work together to help others and spread holiday cheer. “Through COVID-19, fire

and floods, the Kamloops community has always responded with overwhelming support for each other,” Napier said. “We are asking again to please search your hearts for more generosity and help us Stuff a Cruiser full of gifts to support youth and children through Christmas Amalgamated.” Those who would like to contribute, but are unable to attend the event, can deliver unwrapped donations to the North Shore Community Policing Office, 915 Seventh St. in North Kamloops, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed from noon to 1 p.m.). For more information, call 250-372-5009.

The Keep Kamloops campaign aims to provide a boost to culture, recreation and heritage organizations by publicizing their importance and by encouraging people to donate and participate. We want to “Keep Kamloops” active, creative, and engaged by supporting the organizations that do just that. Our vision is to foster a community that is resilient and supported through COVID-19 by residents who value the contributions that arts, culture, and recreation make to their quality of life and the livability of our community. THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ORGANIZATION

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ow in its 46th year, the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra (KSO) presents an annual series of ten professional orchestras productions covering many genres and styles in Kamloops and Salmon Arm. In total, they impact the lives of tens of thousands of people in the region through music. As the premier professional classical music organization in the Kamloops region, the KSO commits to providing classical music performances of the highest possible quality. The organization is also committed to community education. The KSO Music School is a non-profit music school offering private lessons, group lessons, and student recitals to all levels, ages 2 and up. Students take lessons to meet requirements for post-secondary entrance exams, festivals, to develop career skills

and for personal enjoyment and growth. The KSO is also pleased to offer Educational Concerts and “Conducting 101” – a fun, interactive and educational music experience presented at schools by Conductor Dina Gilbert and KSO musicians. In 2020, COVID-19 restrictions hit the Kamloops Symphony – like many performing arts organizations – hard. But the organization quickly mobilized to adjust to a new reality of no in-person performances. In 2020-21 the KSO made the rapid transition to digital programming. They were one of the first orchestras in the province to launch high-quality digital content and one of the few orchestras in Canada to produce a full season, with nine full concert experiences. The

organization worked with local and international artists in innovative ways. Today, COVID-19 restrictions have partially lifted, and the KSO is successfully offering both inperson and online performances. The Kamloops Symphony looks forward to presenting its next performance, Christmas with the KSO. This sparkling programme is filled with music to delight the whole family and features guest conductor Cosette Justo Valdés, soprano Rachel Casponi, and the KSO Chorus. There are two shows on Saturday, Dec. 11: one at 2pm and one at 7:30pm at Oasis Church, 1205 Rogers Way. Let’s Keep Kamloops Creative. Purchase tickets to Kamloops Symphony’s upcoming concerts, donate, or volunteer at www.kamloopssymphony.com.

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CELEBRATING THE RETURN OF SANTA

he pandemic led to Santa Claus isolating at his North Pole home last year, with the annual parade through downtown Kamloops cancelled. But the Jolly Old Elf returned to town this past weekend, headlining a parade that featured myriad floats representing many community organizations.

The parade — held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, when darkness fell — was well lit up and attracted large crowds of people who lined Victoria Street from First to Sixth avenues. Among those in the throng was KTW photographer Allen Douglas. More images are available online at kamloopsthisweek. com.

The Brocklehurst Middle School band entertained parade watchers.

As always, the Grinch made his appearance in the parade.

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ABOVE: Kamloops Blazers’ mascot Digger high-fives excited kids. BELOW: Fans of Santa get to meet St. Nick up close. RIGHT: Santa Claus waves to the crowd from his float, which made it all the way to Kamloops from the North Pole.

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