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Try this new favourite summertime sport With traffic moving slowly on the Overlanders Bridge as construction continues, you may have noticed a new sport that is taking place on the beach below. Skimboarding has taken Kamloops by storm and high school physical education teacher, Rob Larson couldn’t be happier. Seven years ago Rob moved to a place overlooking the Overlander Beach area on the North Shore and caught a glimpse of his childhood when he saw the kids glide across the shore as if skiing along the edge of the water on a plank of wood. Most people already knew about skimboarding from the coastal regions of BC but with readily accessible water areas like the Thompson Rivers, the sport is definitely making waves in Kamloops and the Interior.
Coach Rob Larson is thrilled to bring the sport to more people in his community, and is holding two sessions of the official Skimcity Camp from August 10 to the 14 at Overlander Beach, behind the Henry Grube Centre. There is plenty of parking available by the volleyball courts and on the street so everyone can attend. This camp is the first of its kind and was created in order to enhance awareness of and enthusiasm for the sport of skimboarding. This is a oneweek opportunity to try out this awesome board sport and to improve athletic abilities such as balance, agility, coordination and strength. Whether you are trying skimboarding for the first time or are a seasoned expert, all abilities
are welcome to attend. Coach Larson teaches basic fundamentals as well as advanced technique and will give you the chance to practice and hopefully perfect your ability to skimboard with the best of them. Session one begins before the temperatures take off, between 8:30 am and 11:30 am, session two goes from noon until 3:00 pm. Low income participants can attend at a reduced cost so there is no better time or circumstance than this to get out and have some fun on the beach. “I find the beach is a sacred, Zen-like spot where the two rivers meet,” explains Coach Larson. With more than 15 participants signed up already, the Overlander Beach will come alive with vibrantly decorated
skimboards and bodies gliding skillfully across the shores. Volunteers are always needed and welcome, so if you want to attend but aren’t entirely sure about jumping on your first skimboard then come out and support your local skimboarder and don’t forget to bring a towel, water bottle, sunscreen, snack and change of clothes. The energy and enthusiasm is infectious and showing up just may be the incentive needed to find your new favourite summertime sport. Please contact Coach Larson at skimcitycamp@gmail.com to have an official registration sheet electronically mailed to you or call Rob Larson at 250374-7543 for more information. Trina Budai
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Ten-year old Micah Pitre of Kamloops catches some air with his scooter at the McArthur Island skate park. Micah was there with his brother, dad and a few buds, taking advantage of a beautiful, cool summer morning.
Mayor’s Awards call for design The Mayor’s Gala for the Arts committee is now accepting proposals for original designs for the Mayor’s Awards for the Arts. The committee will select a new award design this fall, and commission the successful artist to create three awards to present at the ninth annual ceremony on January 30, 2016. Proposals for designs in all mediums including clay, wood, glass, copper and more will be accepted until August 31. The selected design will be an original work of art that is distinctive and will be exclusive to the Mayor’s Gala for the Arts, represents the arts as integral to our community’s identity and vitality and has a presence without being overwhelming. It must be able to withstand repeated handling, fabricated in long lasting materials and
be reproducible to be awarded at successive Mayor’s Awards for the Arts ceremonies and is not to exceed five pounds. The Mayor’s Gala for the Arts recognizes and celebrates excellence in all areas of artistic cre-
ation and contributions to the arts. The Mayor’s Awards for the Arts seek to increase visibility of the arts in our region. The Mayor’s Awards for the Arts for 2016 categories are Business in Support of the Arts, Emerging Artist and
The City of Kamloops is proposing to purchase the Owl Road Landfill and establish a resource recovery centre (RRC) and a Public Works and Utilities satellite yard. The cost to purchase the site, reduce the size of the existing landfill operations, and begin an RRC is estimated at $10 million. Administration proposes that the purchase be funded through debt and the debt be serviced through landfill tipping fees. There would be no impact on taxes, solid waste rates, or landfill tipping fees. The benefits of purchasing the Owl Road Landfill and establishing a RRC include reducing the size of the existing Owl Road operational landfill by approximately 40 per cent, increasing the lifespan of the Mission Flats landfill by approximately ten years by processing reusable material, such as wood, concrete, asphalt and shingles. The new RRC would also increase City wide landfill diversion to approximately 50 per cent by 2018 and will provide more efficient services with a satellite yard for Public Works and Utilities and Parks operations. Residents are invited to a public information meeting regarding the resource recovery centre on Thursday, August 13 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Valleyview Arena located at 353 Highland Road. Craft and Design. Proposals can be submitted by email to Kaitlin Methot at kaitlin@kamloopssymphony.com or in person at 510 Lorne Street. For more information visit www.mayorsgalaforthearts.com.
New toys for girls and boys The YMCA-YWCA Women’s Emergency Shelter’s 4th Annual “Empty Toy Box Project” is underway, running August 1 to August 31. The Y Women’s Emergency Shelter is in need of new toys and gifts to give the children and youth who stay at the shelter. Often children need to leave their most precious items behind and sometimes their stay is over birthdays and holidays. It’s a wonder-
ful thing to receive something special during a difficult time in their lives. If you are not sure of what to give, a gift card is perfect. Drop off your new items and gift cards at participating local businesses that are hosting empty toy boxes just waiting to be filled. Participating businesses and organizations include John Tod Centre YMCA-YWCA, Downtown YMCA-YWCA, Tumbleweed Toys, Kamloops
Active Health, The Little Red Store, Lizzie Bits Baby Co. and Chapters Indigo. Sahali Mall has partnered with the shelter to host a family event on Saturday, August 22 with children’s fund activities, a raffle and so much more, to raise awareness around the Empty Toy Box Project. For more information, contact Jesanne at 250-374-6162 or JStanko@kamloopy.org
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Gardengate’s Annual Salsa Challenge Gardengate is a unique, community-focused organic farm and invites the public to enjoy an afternoon in the garden on Friday, August 21 from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm. Participants, volunteers, and staff will be joined by community service providers and Kamloops residents to celebrate another year of hard work and friendship. Drop by and sample salsas from more than ten community teams and cast your vote for the People’s Choice and Team Spirit awards, with the Chef’s Choice being judged by local salsa experts. There will be plenty more fun to be had including a photo booth, garden tours, live music, food and plenty of opportunities to catch up with old and new friends. Gardengate was formed in 1999 to address two issues, being food security and opportunities for persons with mental health issues. It is managed by the Open Door Group, in cooperation with the Kamloops Food Policy Council. With support from local businesses, volunteers, and Interior Health, the Gardengate site was established in Brocklehurst and programming began in 2001. Their mission is “growing food and fu-
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Amanda Cunningham tures through diverse and supportive programs for persons with disabilities while contributing to the health and wellness of our community.” In order to fulfill it’s mission of contributing to the health of the community, Gardengate donates close to 20,000lbs of organic produce to local charities each year. Today, the 2.8 acre site features rows of organic produce, a greenhouse, orchard, classroom, kitchen and cold storage. Each morning, Gardengate teems with activity as participants living with mental health issues work alongside staff and community volunteers to tend to the garden’s needs. Through these activities participants gain
confidence and build their vocational skills. In 2008, the Accessible Garden was opened, providing opportunities for persons with mobility issues to plant and tend to their own gardens on site. Cooking and horticulture workshops, field trips, organic farming practices and produce and plant sales are just a few components to Gardengate’s unique program. Gardengate is located at 915 Southill Street beside the Overlander Extended Care Hospital. For more information on the 12th Annual Summer Salsa Challenge please contact Erica McLellan at 250554-9453 or email erica. mclellan@opendoorgroup.org.
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Valleyview Skating Club coach Eva Davies puts the troops through their workout at McArthur Island during their summer figure skating camp. What a nice way to beat the heat! There are two age groups in the camp – the younger ones attend two mornings a week, while the older flight goes five mornings a week.
Senior’s mental health initiative
On July 27, MP John Duncan and MP Cathy McLeod, along with representatives from Shoppers Drug Mart and the Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH), launched an initiative to provide resources and support for seniors living with mental health issues. Through the initiative, seniors and their families will have access to current mental health information and to frontline health professionals who can help. Two brochures have been designed to promote awareness of the signs, symptoms and factors that can lead to mental health issues. In addition, the CCSMH developed continuing education modules on
depression and suicide prevention, so that pharmacists are equipped to guide a senior or their family to appropriate resources. While in Nanaimo, Parliamentary Secretary McLeod is also hosting a Roundtable on healthy aging, which is bringing together local seniors and stakeholder groups to discuss how older adults can lead longer, healthier lives by staying sociallyconnected, increasing their levels of physical activity, eating in a healthy way, and taking steps to minimize their risks for falls. Each year, about one in every five Canadians will experience mental health problems or illnesses. While depression is the
most common mental health problem among seniors, it is not a normal part of aging and if left untreated, can become a risk factor for suicide. The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health received $100,000 from the Government of Canada to develop mental health resources for seniors and their families, as well as develop and deliver accredited continuing education for pharmacists on depression and suicide prevention. Shoppers Drug Mart contributed to the development of the brochures and training modules for their pharmacists, and will promote and distribute these new resources through their Canadian network of stores, including Phar-
maprix in Quebec. Brochures are also available online. This initiative responds to recommendations made by the Mental Health Commission of Canada in the Mental Health Strategy for Canada, to increase the capacity of older adults, families, as well as care settings and communities to promote mental health later in life. “Our Government is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of Canada’s seniors and their families and are pleased to be working with the CCSMH and Shoppers Drug Mart on an initiative that will improve the quality of life among seniors,” says MP John Duncan.
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Two students from the Kamloops area have received a major boost to their education funds after receiving Valley First Education Awards for demonstrating outstanding school and community involvement. Josef Perszon of Kamloops and Ashley Curtis of Pinantan Lake will each receive $2,000 to help fund their post-secondary education. Josef graduated from St. Ann’s Academy and the aspiring independent film-maker is off to Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in the fall
to pursue a business degree. Ashley graduated from Norkam Secondary School and will also be attending TRU in the fall to obtain her Bachelor of Science and pursue a career as a dietician. Over the last 14 years, First West Credit Union’s Valley First Division has awarded approximately $300,000 in awards and scholarships in the Thompson-Okanagan Region. The awards are presented annually to qualifying secondary and post-secondary students who are members of First West Credit Union.
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Soccer instructor Jamie Spendlove addresses attendees of Soccerquest’s summer soccer camp at Bert Edwards School. The camp returns to Kamloops in August. For more information log onto soccerquest.ca
Free Aboriginal Cultural Camp During the week of August 17 to 20, the Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society and Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services invites children and youth ages six years and up to participate in a free Aboriginal Cultural Camp at the Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society’s Tipi Village located at Stuart Wood Elementary School grounds.
Each day begins with an Opening Ceremony at 10:00 am and closes with a Closing Ceremony at 3:00 pm. Children and youth will enjoy four full days of cultural teachings, practices and fun! Lunch and snacks will be provided each day. It is Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society and Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services hope that interactive cultural experiences such as
The Thompson Rivers University WolfPack is doing something a bit unusual during their training camp this year. The WolfPack are holding their annual charity skills clinic during camp, something that usually occurs in the spring. The clinic will be held August 22 at the lower bowl at Hillside Stadium. This will be the fifth year that the team has held the clinic: this year’s charity of choice is Alzheimers. Younger players will have their camp from 9:00 to 11:00 am with the older players going from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. As per usual, the clinic is admission by donation in order not to exclude anyone from the chance to take part. The WolfPack players themselves will be conducting the camps under the direction of head coach Tom McManus. Admission will be by donation. If your child is interested in attending the camp contact Coach McManus at: tmcmanus@tru.ca.
these will contribute to increased understanding among children and youth about the diversity within Aboriginal People, cultures and support their continued efforts towards reconciliation. All children and youth welcome. To register call Jody at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services at 250-554-9486. Registration is required.
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On Saturday, July 25 between 6:30 pm and 8:35 pm the Tk’emlúps RCMP conducted a laser speed enforcement for eastbound traffic on the Halston Connector Road. During this period the RCMP dealt with 15 vehicles and all were for speeding infractions. There were several excessive speeding fines, which come with a seven-day vehicle impound. Two vehicles were found to be in excess of 140-kilometers per hour cross-
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Violence against women On Friday, July 31, on behalf of the Honourable Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women, MP Cathy McLeod announced a new project that will help end violence against women and girls in the Kamloops area. White Buffalo Aboriginal and Metis Health Society is receiving $200,000 for its project to reduce and prevent violence against women by developing an outreach strategy and improving access to community services for Aboriginal and other women who have experi-
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Jazz, microscopes, poker and swords ■■ Music in the Park at McDonald Park. Aug. 7- Andrea Smith, Jazzy Pop; Aug. 14Caitlin Goulet, Torchy Pop; Aug. 21- James Wolf, Contemporary; Aug. 28- Ryan7, Classic Rock. Listings subject to change. ■■ Chances entertainment - Aug. 7 Caitlin Goulet, Aug. 8 Winonna Wild. Shows from 7 to 10pm. No cover. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Big Little Science Centre - Week of Aug. 4 to 8: Microscopic Explorations at 11am and at 1:30pm. Use hand lenses and microscopes to discover the micro world around us. Discover how amazing items from nature and our world look when magnified many times. BLSC provides crystals, sand and more to explore. Everyone is encouraged to bring other items to explore as well. The super Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt Street. FMI visit blscs.org. ■■ 8th Annual FOE 3453 Eagle Riders Poker Run on Aug. 22 at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd. All street legal motorcycles 250cc and larger - Cars are welcome also. FMI call Dale at 250371-7712. Come out and Ride for Kamloops Hospice House. New members and guests are always welcome. ■■ Annual Parkinson SuperWalk on Sept. 12 at the Riverside Park Bandshell. Registration at 10am and Walk begins at 11am. Everyone is welcome! To register visit: www.parkinson.bc.ca.
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■■ Volunteers needed for the 35th annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 20. Please contact April at 250-851-0207 if interested. ■■ Climbing Out of the Valley: Discovering Life after Loss. A 6-week journey held on Wednesdays from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28 from 3:30 to 5:30pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St. FMI or to register by Sept. 16 contact 250-372-3020 or kuchurch@shaw.ca.
■■ “Your Pathway to Health” Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity Awareness Conference presented by The Kamloops Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association on Sept. 26 from 8:30am to 5pm at 1205 Rogers Way. This conference is open to all members and non-members. ■■ “What’s Under the Dome?” Icon Tours on Saturdays in July and Aug. from 1:30 to 3:30pm, or other days/times by request, at
McDonald Park is the place to be Friday evenings for Music in the Park. On Friday, August 7 don’t miss Andrea Smith and her jazzy pop sound! The show starts at 7:00 pm at the gazebo and of course, it’s free! Photo credit: Deb Buvyer
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the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Refreshments available. Donations optional. FMI call 778-220-5584. ■■ Get Medieval! The local chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of Ramsgaard invites you to check out the art of medieval fighting and chat with medieval crafters, artists, and aficionados of all things pre-16th century! Weekly fight practices/ gatherings every Tues evening at 6:30pm behind the tennis courts at Exhibition Park. FMI call Raynagh O’Fearghail, Shire of Ramsgaard at 250-376-6676. ■ Pyrohu Suppers on the last Fri. of each month from 5 to 7pm at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets at the door. FMI call 250-5788266 or 250-376-1978. ■■ Acoustic Jam Nights at The Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd from 7 to 10pm on the 1st and 3rd Mon. of each month. Hosted by Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band. Great atmosphere, have a burger and try the hand cut fries. ■■ Meet An Elder on Wednesdays from 9am to 4:30pm at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services, 707 Tranquille Rd. RSVP to 250554-9486. Free. ■ Army and Navy Club Events: Monday Crib at 1:30pm, Tuesday Bingo at 4:30pm, Wednesday Senior’s Darts 55+ from 1:30 to 4pm, Friday Fun with Karaoke at 7:30pm. Support local charities on Saturday and Sunday Meat Draws starting at 3pm. Army and Navy Club, #9-177 Tranquille Rd. FMI call 250-554-2455.
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