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Celebrating men who make healthy choices Men in BC are not very healthy. It is not because of genetics but more a result of lifestyle. Men lead women in 14 of the 15 primary causes of death, are three times more likely to commit suicide, heart disease strikes on average of ten years earlier in men, over 94 per cent of workplace deaths involve men, they pass away on average of 4.4 years earlier and last ten years or more in poor health before death. The good news is that 70 per cent of men’s health issues can be addressed by adopting a healthier lifestyle. The White Buffalo Men’s Health Program wants to effect a change in these statistics and has introduced a great new way to make those positive lifestyle changes. The goal of the White Buffalo Men’s Health Program is to improve the health and wellness of men
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The Grand Reopening of the ANAVET’s Club renovated lounge, located at #9-177 Tranquille Road, on Saturday, May 30th was a day of fun for members and non-members. The Saturday Meat Draw, the Dinner for Four Basket Draw and darts for fun and prizes; all were awesome. The Rube Band arrived to entertain and their music filled the club with fun! There were door prize draws throughout the day. The Kamloops Pipe Band came to pipe in the renovated lounge and a good time was truly had by all. Arlette Kilner, above, handling the darts for prizes and the Dinner for Four Basket. Right: Allan Middleton and Doug Freund, right, doing one of the ANAVETS most successful Meat Draws.
Gleaning program offers garden tour The Kamloops Gleaning Abundance Program is hosting a garden tour unlike any other. On Saturday, June 20th from noon to 4:00pm you can enjoy a walking tour of the most beautiful gardens in Kamloops. Everyone loves flowers, but come and see what else some local gardeners are growing in their back and front yards! You will be inspired and amazed by what these urban growers are up to. The tour will start out downtown where the group will walk together to several locations including an artsy backyard oasis, a new urban farm in progress, a compact plot with raised beds and super composting and water collection systems, and an immaculate and very productive 25 year old edible
landscape. Then everyone will carpool to Batchelor Heights for a tour of a mediterranean hideaway with some rare and surprising fruit trees and shrubs, then finish off the tour in another nearby Batchelor Heights garden
where everyone can relax and enjoy some refreshments under the grape arbour. Call 250851-6111 to register or email the Kamloops Gleaning Abundance Program at info@ gleaningabundance.com.
Team Super Everybody Fun Fair Team Super Everybody is holding a Fun Fair on Saturday, June 13 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at McDonald Park on the North Shore. Tickets can be purchased onsite to enjoy all the fun activities and help support this fundraiser. Please bring cash money as there is no cash machine on site. There will be lots of fun things to check out such as the bouncy castle, face painting, bake sale, raf-
fle, silent auction, cakewalk, games, food and so much more. All money raised will go towards the Donovan family to help ease the financial stress as their daughter Sam receives cancer treatment in at BC Children’s Hospital. If you haven’t heard of Sam’s story, please check out teamsupereverybody.ca.
Nominate a community male role model for Man of the Month – continued from page 1 project is to promote healthy men and celebrate male role models in our community. This award is given to men age 18 and over who walk in a gentle way that benefits themselves, their families and their communities. He carries and displays most or all of the seven values
of humility, honesty, respect, courage, wisdom, generosity and fortitude. The men can come from any culture or class and is not restricted to Aboriginal men. If you have a man you would like to nominate who embodies most or all of these values, please fill out a nomination ballot and drop it off at the White Buffalo
office located at 517 Tranquille Road or fax it to 250-554-1157. The Man of the Month will be selected by a panel of community peers. This month’s due date for nominations is June 14 after which all other monthly due dates will be the third Sunday of the month. All nominees will be held for the two year period of the project. If your nominee
is not chosen for the month you had sent it in, he may be chosen for a different month. More information can be found at www. whitebuffalosociety.ca or you can contact Charles Campbell at 250-554-1176 recovery2@ whitebuffalo.name or Jeff Conners at 250-819-0316 jefferydavidconners@gmail.com. Trina Budai
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A donation of $2,500 was handed to Gord Stewart executive director (right in photo) of the Big Little Science Centre (BLSC) from the CEO John Leech of Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC). “The Big Little Science Centre helps excite young minds, old and new, to the wonders of science and technology”, said ASTTBC CEO John Leech. Gord Stewart replied on receiving the donation, “ASTTBC has been a real friend to our Centre and a great partner. With the help of ASTTBC and so many other donors the Big Little Science Centre can offer programming to school children in grades K to 12 and also to the broader community.” The Centre was founded by Gordon Gore a local teacher, scientist and author. Gore was made an Honorary member of ASTTBC, a professional association of over 10,500 engineering and applied science technologists, technicians and technical specialists.
Rising water levels a concern for boaters
Kamloops RCMP would like to remind those who are using the North and South Thompson Rivers that we are experiencing rising river levels due to spring run off. It is important that anyone on the waterways in motorized or non-motorized watercraft is watching out for increased debris floating in the river and be aware of lower bridge clearances. Be sure to slow down and assess the clearances prior to passing under any structures, as the water levels are changing daily. Human carelessness and failure to keep a proper lookout are the two primary causes of boating accidents. Ensure that all persons are wearing proper fitting personal floatation devices and that your watercraft has the required safety equipment on board. At this time of the year, when the water is still extremely cold, a life jacket is the best defense for surviving cold water shock and hypothermia.
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Patrick O’Neil is a senior that was born blind and with autism, and with the help of the Centre For Seniors Information (CSI), has been able to cross the last few things off his bucket list. Most recently, on Thursday, June 4, Patrick scratched off the last item…flying in a plane! Thanks to CSI and Tylair Aviation, Patrick fulfilled his dream. Pictured here is Patrick O’Neil getting help from pilot Tyler Gertzen into the plane. (Inset) Tyler showing Patrick how the wings work. Photo: Centre For Seniors Information
All the world’s a stage Three arts and culture groups in Kamloops are receiving $60,000 from the province’s Community Gaming Grants program. They are: Project X Theatre Productions Society at $35,000 for the X-Fest Outdoor Summer Theatre Program; Kamloops Arts Council at $15,000 for the KAC’s Performing Arts Program, Visual Arts Exhibitions Program and Workshops Series Program; and the BC Living Arts Society at $10,000 for artistic performance events in 2015to 2016. “From theatre to music to visual arts, Kamloops is home to a vibrant arts and culture community and our government is proud to support it,” Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake said. “By providing access to high-
quality performances and exhibitions, these organizations make our city an even more dynamic and exciting place to live.” “Arts and culture groups like these help bring communities to life,” KamloopsSouth Thompson MLA Todd Stone said. “Kamloops is fortunate to have a thriving arts and culture scene which puts on many events.” throughout the year. They allow families and individuals to come to-
gether as a community and enjoy life in Kamloops.” “The ongoing support Project X Theatre has received from the Community Gaming Grants program has been an integral part of our summer outdoor theatre festival, X Fest, celebrating its tenth anniversary this year,” said Heather Cant, co-artistic producer of Project X Theatre. “Not only is this funding essential to allowing this family festival to continue, it also allows us to provide
subsidized ticket programs so cost needn’t be a barrier for young people and their families to embrace the arts.” Every year, the provincial government approves $135 million in gaming grants that benefit more than 5,000 local non-profit organizations that serve communities throughout BC. Organizations interested in applying for Community Gaming Grants can find information and applications at pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming.
Thank you from JDRF Many thanks to Jas and the ladies from the Sikh Temple on Cambridge Street as they have rallied again for the third year to raise funds for the 2015 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) walk. These ladies are absolutely fabulous. Some of them came in to help, went to work then came back. Others were there from 6:00am right through to clean up at 8:00pm. They made everyone feel like they were part of the team. With their help we raised over $1,700 for type 1 diabetes research. These ladies are awesome, so giving of their time and talent. ~Becky Coleman, Cooper’s Foods JDRF walk team captain.
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It was a soggy day for the annual Communities in Bloom Planter Competition on Tuesday, June 2 in the 400 block of Tranquille Road. (LR) Councilor Pat Wallace and City gardener Tiffany Cossentine worked through the rain to make their planter beautiful. Judging for the competition will be held in late July or early August so stay tuned for the announcement of the winners!
Woman leader of tomorrow awards local recipient Acacia Schmietenknop, a student at Thompson Rivers University received the 2015 HSBC Woman Leader of Tomorrow award from this country’s largest student leadership development organization, Enactus Canada, and proud supporter, HSBC Bank Canada. The award presentation took place at the 2015 Enactus Canada National Exposition, in Toronto, Ontario. Acacia has been president of the Enactus TRU team for the past two years, bringing her total years of Enactus involvement to five. This represents over 5000 hours of volunteerism. During this time, she has created over 100 community partnerships, securing a combined $120,000 in monetary and in-kind donations for her Enactus team. The HSBC Woman Leader of Tomorrow award is designed to recognize, celebrate and honor female university and college students who exemplify success and inspire their peers, community and country through entrepreneurial leadership.
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Our crackerjack reporter spotted this unique van on the North Shore and just had to stop and check it out. Turns out you can rent this beauty from Wickedcampers.com. Happy campers Nicola Lemmon from Australia and Lyle Fernandes from Zimbabwe rented this truly Canadian Bob and Doug McKenzie unit in Vancouver and have been travelling in BC. The pair will spend two weeks in Canada and then head down to the US coast and travel for another four weeks. Take off eh!
The Kamloops Players are in the process of planning their 2015 to 2016 season. They are looking forward to producing plays and holding some fundraising events. In order to do this, members are needed who are interested in getting on the stage, working backstage and helping in the many areas required to produce a show. There are many areas to participate in, such as set construction, costuming, lighting and sound design and operating and much more. If you are curious about live theatre this is your opportunity to check it out. The Kamloops Players are holding a potluck dinner and play reading on Friday, June 12 at 6:00pm at the Stage House Theatre located at 422 Tranquille Road. The play they will be reading is “The Art of Murder” and the potluck theme is “M for murder”. If you would like to attend, bring a food or dish that begins with the letter M. Coffee, tea and bottled water will be provided or you’re welcome to bring a beverage. Any questions can be directed at Sharon at 250-554-2388 in the evening or leave a message during the day or email huuha@telus.net.
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Making healthy choices when eating out With the incidence of diabetes the go is a portion of carbohydrate being on the rise in our population, is approximately equivalent to the at Manshadi Pharmacy we have size of a small fist, a portion of taken a great interest in diabetes meat or alternative protein is the care and would be happy to size of your palm and thickness answer any questions that you of your pinky finger, a portion of fat is the size of the tip may have regarding the of your thumb, and a diagnosis, treatment, portion of vegetables and management of the is the amount you can disease and its related fit into both hands. complications. As carbohydrates are Reality is that with our the main contributor busy lifestyles, we all to rises in blood are faced with situations sugar, try to limit the when grabbing fast food is our only HEALTH MATTERS number of portions Laura Burgess of carbohydrates per mealtime option. As Pharmacist, CDE most fast food is full of (Certified Diabetic Educator) meal to no more than 3. Don’t forget to eat refined carbohydrates, unhealthy fats, and salt, it can be a balanced meal which includes difficult to find items which won’t lean protein, lots of vegetables, contribute to uncontrolled blood and a small amount of healthy sugar levels or to high cholesterol fats, in order to level out blood or blood pressure. In this article, I sugars. Watch out for items that would like to review some simple tips for making healthier food may appear healthy but are choices when eating out in order full of hidden fat, sodium, and to help you keep your diet inline carbohydrates. For example, a as part of your diabetes lifestyle raisin bran muffin at Tim Horton’s has 10 grams of fat, 780mg of management or prevention. Thankfully many fast food sodium, and is 4 portions of places are becoming more health carbohydrates. Also, remember conscious and are providing menu that certain items are meant to options that are lower calorie, be a treat, meaning you “treat” portion controlled, or allow you yourself to them rarely and should to substitute a healthier item. indulge in a smaller size. For When ordering from a fast food example, a large blizzard at Dairy restaurant, remembering the Queen is 980 calories, 44 grams basics to healthy eating will help of fat, 6 portions of carbohydrates. you make better choices. For By substituting it with a small you example, try to stay away from save 300 calories, 16 grams of fat, refined foods by choosing brown and 3 portions of carbohydrates. I hope that this article has bread instead of white. Most places now give you the option shown you that even when of a side salad instead of french eating on the go, you can still fries, which not only prevents an have a lot of control in your unhealthy rise in your blood sugar, diabetes management by making but also avoids bad cholesterol choices that support a healthy and large amounts of sodium. For lifestyle. Remember, as there drink choices, try to avoid regular is no “diabetic diet”, these tips pop or other sugary choices, and apply to the general population as well. In my next article, I will be stick to water or milk instead. Never “upsize” your meal, as discussing diabetes management often the regular sized meal is while travelling. Laura Burgess, B.Sc. Pharm., already a larger portion size than necessary. Don’t forget an easy Certified Diabetes Educator, way to measure portions when on Pharmacist,Manshadi Pharmacy
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Refrigerator Buy-Back program helps save money BC Hydro estimates there are close to 500,000 spare fridges in homes across the province, costing up to $42 million a year in electricity costs to operate. BC Hydro is currently collecting and recycling secondary fridges for free. “Refrigerators are one of the most energy consuming appliances in a home because they run 24 hours a day,” said Pat Mathot, Power Smart residential marketing manager with BC Hydro. “The good news is that newer models of Energy Star refrigerators use a fraction of the electricity that old fridges use. However, some of these old fridges are still
plugged in to the outlets in basements and garages where they continue to guzzle power.” Through the Refrigerator BuyBack program BC Hydro will collect spare fridges from its residential customers and give them $30 for each fridge. Since 2007, BC Hydro has collected and recycled more than 250,000 fridges. As a result, customers have saved more than $23 million in electricity costs. Appliances can account for up to 20 per cent of your household’s annual electricity costs, and refrigerators use nearly half this amount. For more information, visit powersmart.ca/fridge.
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CONNECT WITH ALL THE SUMMER ACTION! Our arts + events guide is your source for all the summer entertainment, exhibitions and activities that Kamloops has to offer. Watch for the 2015 issues!
CNG buses on the road in Kamloops The Kamloops Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuelled transit fleet is taking to the streets of Kamloops. As the buses have now cleared inspections and the CNG fueling station is complete, residents of Kamloops can expect to see the full fleet of buses out servicing the city. The 25 CNG buses are significantly quieter and have simplified emissions systems. The cleaner burning fuel supports Kamloops green initiatives and sustainable Kamloops plan. For more information on the CNG bus fleet, visit bctransit.com.
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BIG LITTLE SCIENCE CENTRE RECEIVED DONATION - A donation of $2,500 was handed to Gord Stewart executive director (right in photo) of the Big Little Science Centre (BLSC) from the CEO John Leech of Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC).“The Big Little Science Centre helps excite young minds, old and new, to the wonders of science and technology”, said ASTTBC CEO John Leech. Gord Stewart replied on receiving the donation, “ASTTBC has been a real friend to our Centre and a great partner. With the help of ASTTBC and so many other donors the Big Little Science Centre can offer programming to school children in grades K to 12 and also to the broader community.” The Centre was founded by Gordon Gore a local teacher, scientist and author. Gore was made an Honorary member of ASTTBC, a professional association of over 10,500 engineering and applied science technologists, technicians and technical specialists.
■■ Free Health Seminar on June 10 from 5 to 6:30pm at CB Wellness Centre, 153 Seymour St. Do you have allergies? Unresolved health issues? Taking too many supplements? Free screening to participants. FMI or to reserve your seat email cathylidster@gmail. com or call 250-314-4106. ■■ Chances entertainment - June 12 Green Bank Trio, June 13 No live entertainment UFC 188. Shows from 7 to 10pm. No cover. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Potluck Dinner and Play Reading on June 12 at 6pm at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. Explore your interest in live theatre! The play reading is “The Art of Murder” so please bring a food item that begins with “M”. FMI about potluck or joining Kamloops Players contact Sharon at 250554-2388 or huuha@telus.net. ■■ Joey and Julie Get Hitched Fundraising Dinner Theatre for The Special Olympics on June 12 at Pacific Inn and Suites, 1820 Rogers Way. Show at 5:30pm with dinner and reception to follow. FMI or tickets call
Michael at 250-318-0715. ■■ Team Super Everybody Fundraiser Fun Fair on June 13 from 12 to 6pm at McDonald Park. Tickets sold at event to support the Donovan family as they support their daughter Sam receiving cancer treatment at BC Children’s Hospital. FMI call 250-579-0195. ■■ Big Little Science Centre Kite and Flight Day on June 13 from 10am to 4pm. Rocket demonstrations, make your own Alka Seltzer rockets, make your own colourful kites and more. The super Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. ■■ Community Dinneron June 14 at 5pm at the North Shore community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Pork cutlet dinner catered by Harold’s Restaurant. Entertainment provided by Linda Fenrich. Last dinner until Sept. ■■ Excelsior Rebekah Lodge events: June 15 - PNG club meeting at 7:30pm, June 23- Pot luck dinner at 6pm. ■■ Rocks and Minerals with geologist Donald Bouffard on June 16 with “What’s My
Rock?” at 6:30 to 7pm and “Earth Treasures: Rocks, Minerals and Gems” from 7 to 8pm at North Kamloops Library. ■■ Senior’s Got Talent Contest on June 19 at 7pm at Chartwell Renaissance Retirement Home, 628 Tranquille Rd. Auditions for 60+ contestants will be held on June 12 from 3 to 5pm in the Theatre Room at Chartwell Kamloops. FMI or to register contact Glenna at 250-312-3266. ■■ Annual Veterans Luncheon on June 24 starting at 11:30am at Legion Branch 52, 425 Lansdowne St. All veterans welcome, membership not required. To register contact 250-374-1742 or secretary@ kamloopslegion.com. ■■ Volunteers Needed for the Kids of Steel Triathlon on June 28 at Brock pool. Kamloops Triathlon Club is looking for volunteers to help with course set up, course marshaling (to keep the kids safe on the route), helping the kids in transition. If you are able to lend some time it is lots of fun to cheer on triathletes aged four to 19 years of age. Please email koskamloops@gmail.com.
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echo stargazer Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Retrograde Saturn finally leaves your astro-sector of personal relationships. There’s confusion in the air but do your best to work through obstacles. You’re not going to suddenly become “lucky” in love but the restrictions are now temporarily lifted. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) You’re still shining but love has moved into your money sector. This brings good news to the bank account. Personal health problems clear but check that everyone else is ok. Specifically, watch for health problems with children. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) As Venus enters your sign you’ll be more attractive than usual. Yes, recent problems with friends will continue but new friends are on the way. Love is finally on your side. Unexpected luck is also on the rise. Buy a lottery ticket. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Yes, communication is still off and you might find yourself backpedaling to keep up but a new love is about to enter the picture. Smile with confidence and hold onto your faith. Things are working out better than you thought. Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Work has been better lately than in a long time and you might be up for an award without even knowing about it. Now it’s your turn to receive the rewards that accompany hard work. Love favors a group outing Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Patience is one of your strengths but you don’t use it enough. This week give real patience a chance by allowing the other person an opportunity to explain themselves before jumping to conclusions. Love is strongly favoring your career. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You’ve already been blessed with travel opportunities and higher levels of continuing education this year, but Venus has entered the game adding love and attraction to an already lucky part of your astro-chart. Love turns up the heat with an exotic friend. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) It’s time to make some money again! This time it’s coming through a venture you’re working on with a close friend. You’re going to uncover a lucky answer to take the project to another level. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) “Lucky in love” sometimes means you’ve been lucky to not fall for the wrong person. This week attraction joins luck in your astro-sector of personal relationships. You won’t have to dole out second chances as love finally puts you in front of someone who lives up to all of the hype. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) You’re entering a cycle where your practical and helping nature will shine forth. This week your generous nature is on display but you’re not going to overdo it. Someone special is watching where you’ve set your boundaries in these very situations. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) A reclusive and introspective mood paces a peaceful beginning to the week. Take a day off the diet and indulge. Children and childlike activities come into focus as many of you begin thinking of adding to the family. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) It’s time for a change of scenery. Life has moved on and it’s time to adjust your living quarters accordingly. For Taurus, your home is a source of pride and security. Keep your eyes open and you just might find that new home which fits the new you. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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City of Kamloops Traffic & Road Reports Columbia Street Widening Project
Three lanes on Columbia Street are now open to vehicle traffic during the day. Four lanes will be open at night. The construction window is 7 am - 5 pm, Monday to Saturday. There may be some night work as needed. The pedestrian crossing on Columbia Street at 5th Avenue has been permanently removed. A full signal will be installed at this location as part of the project. The south sidewalk on Columbia Street between 3rd and 6th Avenue is currently closed to all pedestrian traffic. Pedestrians are advised to use the north sidewalk and to use the crosswalk at 4th Avenue to access the south side businesses, or the crosswalk at 3rd Avenue to access the hospital. A web cam will be installed on Columbia Street at 3rd Avenue.
Overlanders Bridge Project
The Fortune Drive overpass and Tranquille Road exit ramp will be re-opened to traffic the week of June 8. A web cam will be installed on Fortune Drive at Leigh Road.
For weekly traffic updates and webcams visit www.kamloops.ca or follow #kammute on Twitter.
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