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Volunteers are vital and valued Before leaving the province to live closer to her children and grandchildren, retired nurse and long-time volunteer Cecilia Boyd wanted to shine a light on someone she refers to as a “real jewel”. In honour of National Volunteer Week, which spans April 10 to 16, Cecilia wanted to acknowledge her favourite volunteer: “I just couldn’t leave town without acknowledging Mary Rae”, says Cecilia. “Always so friendly, so helpful, so welcoming—she is such a personable lady…a real sweetheart”. The feeling is certainly mutual. Although Mary Rae, with a sweetly sinister chuckle says she’s going to “get CeCe” for the recognition, not to mention the subsequent interview and photo shoot at Flutter Buy’s, the thrift shore where she works five days a week. Located in the Brock Shopping Centre, Flutter Buy’s has all kinds Mary Rae (second from left) and the lovely volunteers at Flutter Buys. of goodies. The shop is run by a dedicated team of volunteers and has many regulars and great ing”. “It keeps me active, keeps everyone. A volunteer’s heart is all proceeds support the Kamloops friendships have been formed. me on my toes”, she continues. warmed from helping someone, Hospice Association. Loneliness can be a real strain Furthermore, the connection with provides much needed company. Cecilia met Mary through the on the aging and elderly, which people she has worked with has For someone who receives the store, which has become quite the is why places like the shop are been truly special. “I have learned support, they can achieve their hub for the residents of the nearby important. Cecilia volunteers at so much about these people, their tasks without stress and spend retirement facilities. The shop Cottonwood and Ridgeview; she struggles, their stories…it’s amaz- some quality time with a friendly is connected to the community, drives people to appointments, ing”. Mary mirrors a very similar companion. As Mary says, the and in turn the shop becomes a takes them grocery shopping and enthusiasm for volunteering and Hospice couldn’t function with“community connection—when- helps them with their errands. She for nearly identical reasons. out their faithful volunteers, who ever possible we connect people really values her volunteer work, Volunteering is a great boost for are vital to their daily operations. to these resources. The store which she describes as “fulfill- one’s mental health and it benefits - continued on page 2

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Kamloops RCMP member retiring On Friday, April 8, a valuable member of the local police detachment spent his last day on the job. He’s been with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police most of his life and has served his entire career in Kamloops. Because of his dedication, it is with a heavy heart that Kamloops RCMP announces the retirement of Zak, one of three police dogs in the local Police Dog Services. Zak served for six years in the canine unit having started his career at just one year of age. Now, at age seven, he is looking forward to his golden years. Highlights of Zak’s career include finding lost children including one who was only 18 months old. He has also located lost hunters and

successfully tracked many of the ‘bad guys’. Zak will be retiring locally and staying with his former partner, Cst. Dave Lewis. There will be an adjustment time as Zak sets aside the daily grind of being a police dog and learns to enjoy long walks and playing with his favourite toy instead. Meanwhile, Cst. Lewis has already left for the Police Dog Service Training Centre to meet his new partner. Cst. Lewis and his new dog will spend six to nine weeks at the training centre together before coming back to start work at Kamloops RCMP. Kamloops’ other two police dogs, Felix and Eric, are still on the job along with their partners, Cpl. Budvarson and Cst. Shanks.

Electronic charting begins at RIH ER Interior Health has announced ing health professionals to input General Hospital in Oliver. that Royal Inland Hospital’s medical information directly However, Royal Inland’s $1.7 Emergency Department will into a computer system, instead million EMR project will be the launch its new electronic medi- of creating written orders using first in IH to launch within an cal record (EMR) system on paper and pen,” says Todd Stone, emergency department. Tuesday, April 12. Kamloops-South Thompson The EMR not only helps “Delivery of safe, quality care MLA. “This will reduce the reduce the potential for misunfor our patients is at the core of risk of human errors in patient- derstanding and misinterpretawhat our health professionals do care decision making that can tion of written physician orders, every day. Implementing a new occur through use of a written but it also enables immediate electronic medical record sys- order system.” access to a patient’s medical tem in Royal Inland Hospital’s Interior Health (IH) has long information for all members of Emergency Department will been a leader in health infor- his or her health-care team, both advance us on this important mation management systems within the hospital and in the quality journey,” says Health innovation, including the imple- community upon discharge. Minister Terry Lake. mentation of an advanced cliniRIH has been busy training “The new EMR system will cal information system for the physicians and nurses to use the enhance patient care by allow- inpatient unit at South Okanagan EMR system, as well as making some necessary renovations to the Emergency Department to accommodate the system – continued from front changes. These renovations are largely complete, although There is always something to do and an extra hand is always needed: patients should be aware that cooking, cleaning, gardening, cleaning, fundraising…. you name it! The some work may still be occursame goes for the shop, which has grown exponentially over the years. ring over the next few days. Volunteers are vital to the wellbeing of Hospice associates; they creThe EMR will be implemented ate opportunities for caregivers to take much needed breaks, they also in phases. Additional staff, phyprovide company, comfort and support to the palliative patient and their sicians and volunteers will be loved ones. As Mary says, their presence “relieves pressure”. “To be added to provide support during allowed in people’s lives at that time is an honour” says Mary. Palliative care is an emotional time for all involved. She reflects with great sadness, the transition to the new system. that she’s seen friends pass through the Hospice. While it’s deeply upset- “There may be times during ting, she and other volunteers are able to provide end-of-life care that’s implementation that short delays will occur as employees become “the best of the best”, and that is the distinct honour Mary speaks of. Flutter Buys is located at #14-1800 Tranquille Road. Flutter Buys accustomed to using the new accepts household items, furniture, clothing, books and records. system. These will be monitored Donated items can be dropped off at the store during business hours, and adjustments will be made, to Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sundays from 10:00 ensure that quality patient care am to 3:00 pm. If you are interested in volunteering at the shop call remains priority at all times,” Mary at 250-376-1335. If you are interested in volunteering with the says Dr. Anders Ganstal, Chief, Hospice Association, contact Pamela Young at 250-372-1336. Go to RIH Department of Emergency the Kamloops Hospice Association for a detailed list of volunteering Medicine. “These are exciting times for us. Health professionopportunities: http://www.kamloopshospice.com/volunteer. als will benefit by having accuAlicia Ashcroft, freelance

rate, instantaneously available, and easily transmittable information for all members of the integrated care team – both in the hospital, and also in the community after the patient leaves Royal Inland.” Interior Health appreciates that the new electronic medical record is a change in practice at RIH, and we want to thank the public for its patience as we transition to the new system, which will ultimately provide more seamless, patient-centred care for residents in the Kamloops region.

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Sherri Morrish, clinical practice educator, displays the new electronic medical record system’s “computer on wheels” that will be used to record information right at the patient’s bedside in the Royal Inland Hospital Emergency Department

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Volunteers build, maintain and grow healthy communities. The City of Kamloops invites those that volunteer in our community to help celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 10 to 16) by attending the Volunteer Appreciation BBQ on Friday, April 15 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Sandman Centre Plaza, 300 Lorne

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Scouts issue community challenge for Good Turn Week With our eyes glued to the screens of our phones we often miss out on the opportunity to connect with others. The potential for good deeds is all around us – just waiting to be discovered. Local Scouts are challenging the community to look up from their screens, discover someone in need and perform a Good Turn during the 7th annual Scouts Canada Good Turn Week from April 22 to May 1. Initiated in 2009 by Scouts Canada, Good Turn Week isn’t just for Scouts; it’s a national movement. Simply perform a Good Turn and encourage the recipient to pay it forward to help spark a cycle of goodwill across the community. Simple and easy to perform, Good Turns can change someone’s day. From effortless tasks that take seconds, to small projects, Good Turn opportunities are there for

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2nd annual Dreams for Kids Day approaches The Sunshine Foundation of Canada, in partnership with Papa John’s Pizza, has announced

the launch of the 2nd Annual Papa John’s Pizza Dreams for Kids Day to be held on April

27. Participating Papa John’s locations including Kamloops, will be donating 100 per cent

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(L-R) Brandi Allen, Larry Reynolds, MLA Todd Stone, Brenda Prevost, MLA Terry Lake, Gavin Rasmussen, Laura Kalina and Amber Wilson cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the neighbourhood kitchen on Friday, April 8 at the Brock Centre for Seniors Information (CSI) Activity Centre. “Just as the kitchen is the heart of a home, a neighbourhood kitchen is the heart of a community,” said Terry Lake. “What’s great is that seniors will be doing the teaching and cooking. They have a lifetime of experience to share and those attending the kitchen can learn about making a meal or budgeting and even get a nice, home-style lunch.” The kitchen, located at the Brock CSI, will have a daily lunch program and offer classes, which will include: canning and preserving food; cooking for one; cooking for special dietary needs; meal preparation planning for the week; and nutritious food on a budget. For more information visit: www.csikamloops.ca.

of the proceeds made that day to Sunshine in support of their Sunshine Dreams and DreamLift programs for kids living with severe physical disabilities or life threatening illnesses. “The first Dreams for Kids Day with Papa John’s was such a great success,” says Nancy Sutherland, CEO of The Sunshine Foundation of Canada. “The dedication and support we received from the whole Papa John’s team went above what we could have hoped for in a community partner. They’re really champions and we’re so happy to be continuing this partnership for a second year.” The 2015 Papa John’s Pizza Dreams for Kids Day netted over $42,000 CAD to support Sunshine programs. The day also provided an opportunity for Sunshine volunteers in the Okanagan to get involved with their community alongside Papa John’s staff, Sunshine Dream recipients and of course the much loved Sunshine Bear mascot. Papa John’s 2nd year of support for Sunshine has already started with the sale of the DreamCookie, available now at participating locations until Dreams for Kids Day on April 27. One dollar from the sale of each DreamCookie will go towards Sunshine Dreams.

Seeking Volunteers Do you have retail experience, expertise in collectibles, watches or brand name clothing? Do you enjoy working with others and able to commit to being in this positive environment for 3 hours per week? If so, you could share your knowledge and past experiences in so many ways in this busy downtown store. The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH, Thrift Seller, is seeking volunteers to help merchandise a large variety of good quality items: cashier and/or assist customers. We appreciate our volunteers and we need YOU! So come join us!

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TRU Summer Sports Camps and Pro-D Day Camps

It’s coming. Summer is just around the corner. And for parents, they are going to begin to worry about what activities to put their children into where they will have fun and learn skills of their favourite or a new sport. That’s where Nathan Bennett comes in. Nathan is the new coordinator of the McDonalds/TRU Summer Sports Camps. The Thompson Rivers University (TRU) assistant women’s volleyball coach has taken over running the camps this year. “I am really excited about what we are offering this year,” he says. “From the variety of camps to the instructors we have on staff. Whether your youngster is wanting Both sides of the McArthur Island Sports and Events Centre were packed to try something new or is a high with patrons at the recent Kamloops Home Show this past weekend. The school athlete looking to prepare popular annual event featured more than 170 exhibitors with a myriad of for fall tryouts, we have something products and services. for you.” The McDonalds/TRU Summer Sports Camps are the longest running program of its kind operating in Kamloops. Full and half day That icon of Canadian poetry Education building. There is camps for boys and girls aged four Bill Bissett, author of over no admission charge and all to 13 range from the traditional 70 books, winner of the 2007 are welcome.   Kamloopsians soccer, basketball and volleyball George Woodcock The Lifetime can get a taste of Bissett’s Echo is delivered free for the enjoyment of to racquet sports, adventure basics, businesses their customers. If you’d to Achievement Award forand distinctive style by like sampling water sports, ball hockey and the take a to copy home, one upatat: http:// female only “Girl Power” camp. Outstanding Contributions some please of hispick videos Literature in British Columbia www.billbissett.com/html/ In addition, the TRU WolfPup Royal Canadian Legion Branch #52 and 2009 TRU honorary bill_youtube.htm. Camp is specifically designed for Zack’s Coffee & Tea • Caffe Motivo doctorate recipient, is returnThis• Blenz event Coffee is made possible children aged four to six and runs The Grind ing to Kamloops. by the Coffee League of Canadian all summer long. Frankly The public is invited toAll expePoets and to TRU’s If your teen is a competitive basproceeds are donated charity! Library rience a Bill Bissett perfor- and English and Modern ketball or volleyball player, TRU mance at Thompson Rivers Languages Department. offers three high performance University on Saturday, April For more information, please camps. The first one is the Olynyk 16 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm contact Ginny Ratsoy at 250- Klynyk which is run by NBA in room 262 of the Arts and 828-5238 or gratsoy@tru.ca. player Kelly Olynyk of the Boston

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Celtics. It is set for July 19 to 22. WolfPack women’s volleyball head coach Chad Grimm and Nathan Bennett are running an elite camp August 14 to 18 while the Canada West men’s basketball coach of the year: Scott Clark of TRU is coordinating the high performance camp August 29 to September 1, which will include Canada West Allstar Volodymyr Iegorov. The McDonalds/TRU Summer Sports Camps are full and half day and run July 4 to September 2 and are held at the TRU Gym, Tournament Capital Centre, Hillside Stadium, Canada Games Pool, Kenna Cartwright Park, Cliffside Climbing, Kamloops Gymnastics and Trampoline Centre and the TRU Campus grounds. They will operate Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Until May 1, there will be an “Early Bird Special” with a 25 per cent reduction in registration fees. For information and camp fees check out the website: www.tru. ca/sportcamps. There are also sponsorship opportunities. If you are interested, contact Nathan at nbennett@ tru.ca, sportcamp@tru.ca or call 250-852-7135. Before the camps start, you might want to put your child in to a TRU “Multi Sport Pro D” camp. They will be running April 18, May 16, May 23 and June 30 and will be running 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the TRU Gym. You can register by logging onto www.tru. ca/sportcamps.

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From April 10 to 16, Volunteer Canada and Community Futures Thompson Country (CFTC) are celebrating Canada’s 12.7 million volunteers during National Volunteer Week. This year marks the 13th year Volunteer Canada has delivered the campaign in partnership with Investors Group, a longstanding supporter of National Volunteer Week. Community Futures Thompson Country’s Sarah Candido has been chosen as its volunteer of the year for 2016. Ms. Candido was appointed to the CFTC Board in 2010 and is currently the treasurer for the organization. “Sarah is a bright light and brings enthusiasm to her role within the board. Her positive can-do attitude is infectious and her strategic thinking ability has assisted Community Futures in being on top of its game in meeting our organizational and financial goals” said Bill Kershaw, chair. Sarah graduated from TRU in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and a minor in Management. She was on the Dean’s List with a First Class Standing at the time of graduating. Sarah was the recipient of the Community Futures Thompson Country Bursary for 2009. She is employed by the Kamloops Indian Band in Social Development and volunteers with various community organizations.

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Kamloops joins the Startup Canada Communities Network The national spotlight is on Kamloops as local entrepreneurs, enterprise-support organizations and government celebrate the city’s designation as an official Startup Canada Community. The Startup Canada Communities Program is the flagship program of Startup Canada, a national network supporting and giving a voice to entrepreneurs through online programs, national awards, flagship events and partnerships with private sector and government to foster a community for startup and small business success across the country. Kamloops will join more than 25 existing Startup Canada Communities in the national program to link entrepreneurs with local and cross-national resources, mentors, funding and space through both an online and offline hyper-connected network. “The Kamloops Startup Community is vibrant and growing and I am impressed with the leadership from makers, artisans, entrepreneurs, government, media, and the broader community to make Kamloops a strong entrepreneurial hub,” says Victoria Lennox, CEO of Startup Canada. Last year, Kamloops Innovation won the Startup Canada Award for Entrepreneur Support in BC, sparking the movement to join the Startup Canada Communities program. “Kamloops Innovation is proud to support Startup Kamloops and its initiatives,” adds Lincoln Smith, executive director at Kamloops Innovation, “this is a great opportunity to be

connected to a Canada-wide network and leverage those connections for our entrepreneurs.”

Kamloops Innovation will be hosting the Startup Kamloops launch party on Thursday, April

21 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm open to the community to celebrate entrepreneurship.

Kamloops Men’s Indoor City Soccer Championships Over 250 players on 18 teams took part in Soccer The Men’s Division 2 was won by a very skilled Quest’s Indoor Men’s play-off finals on the week- team from Norkam Secondary School overcomend of April 2 and 3 at the Soccer Quest Indoor ing the much season improved Phil Up the Sauce facility. The 26 game weekend started on the Friday team. Kyle Robertson was outstanding in goal for night and finished on Sunday evening. Norkam. Final Score 3-2. The Men’s Division 1 was won by Man Chest The 30+ Rec Division was won by Bold after an exciting final against Pronto Rec. Pronto who had Hair United against a very strong Thunder team. gone undefeated through the regular season could Both these teams were mostly UCC alumni playnot find a way past a very strong Bold defence who ers including former UCC coach Sean Wallace have steadily improved over the regular season playing for the Thunder team. A great fast skillful adapting to the faster and more skilful indoor game. game was enjoyed by all with a very close final Final Score 6-3. score of 5-4.

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■■ Big Little Science Centre April 13 Lecture: Gardening without Pesticides with Fearon Blair and Elaine Sedgman, Master Gardeners Lecture begins at 7pm, doors open at 6:30pm. Free entry at the Centre, refreshments included, for adults and older children. April 16: Remarkable Reptiles at 11am and 1:30pm. Meet and learn about many different reptiles from Elise Huffman, a qualified reptile caregiver and rescuer. Elise will bring some of her rescued animals, to discuss how they live and how to keep them safe. Some animals will be happy to let you touch them, too. Snakes and lizards, oh my! Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt Street. FMI visit blscs.org. ■■ Chances - April 15 Dave Coalmine, April 16 The Name. Shows from 7 to 10pm. Jam Night every Wednesday from 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Annual Elementary Schools Relay Fest on April 13 beginning at 3:15pm in the Tournament Barbershop art show - Kamloops artist, David Charbonneau, will be holding his 4th annual art show at new barbershop, Anita Haircut Capital Centre. Hosted by the owned by Anita Abate, located at 414 Tranquille Road. The show opened Kamloops Track and Field Club. on Tuesday, April 12 and ends on Saturday, April 23. The “Barbershop Open to the public. FMI call Joan Collection” consists of 12 paintings. Due to limited wall space, only four Cowden 250-377-4586. paintings will be displayed each week. Paintings may be exchanged for ■■ Used Book Sale from April a donation to the charity of the recipient’s choice. Pictured here are (L-R) 25 to 29 from 9am to 4pm at the David, holding the show’s featured painting ‘Brohm Ridge’, and Anita. North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. ■■ Investors Group Walk for Kitchens. Bedding plants, home ■■ Kamloops Happy Choristers Alzheimer’s on May 1 at the TCC baking, white elephant items and Seniors Choir Spring Concert on May 10 at 7pm at Kamloops United Indoor Track, 910 McGill Rd. FMI crafts. and to register visit walkformemo- ■■ Strawberry Tea, Plant and Church. A concert of Broadway Bake Sale on May 7 at 1pm begin- show tunes. Special guests will be ries.ca or call 250-377-8200. ■■ Strawberry Tea and Bed- ning at the North Shore Commu- the Jewel Tones ensemble. Admisding Plants Sale on May 7 from nity Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. sion is by donation for this scent2 to 3:30pm at Mt Paul United Raffle and door prize. Live music free event. FMI call 250-828-0445. Church, 140 Laburnum St. Hosted with the Late Bloomers. Tickets in ■■ Army and Navy Club Events: by the United Church Women, Sen- advance at the front desk. FMI call Tuesday Bingo at 4:30pm, Wednesday Senior’s Darts 55+ from 1:30 sational Soups and Community 250-376-4777.

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