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Life of longevity with the right support Vicki Nygaard is thrilled to be part of a project that serves the com- hazards rather than healthy homes. The direct correlation is that the munity. As a sociologist, she lightly jokes about the academic plight of better the living conditions, the better the long-term well-being. doing research and writing studies that get published but don’t necesWith resources, support, medical attention and a healthy lifestyle, sarily impact the general public. Through her work with the Pacific people can live decades beyond their diagnosis. As of 2013, almost AIDS Network (PAN), University of 30 percent of all people with HIV were Victoria and the Canadian Institutes of age 50 or over. Again, research has rarely Health Research she is able to study the been done before about such matters “intersection of housing, health and HIV”, because living this long with the disease through a series of interviews with peoa generation ago wasn’t something to be ple living with HIV and AIDS. Positive considered. That’s another question PAN Living, Positive Homes “comes from and wants to answer, how to best care for goes directly back into the community; AIDS and it’s aging population. the results of this study have real world The interviews are taking place in implications in regards to social justice”.

Vancouver, (the highest HIV population This is one the first studies of its kind; in BC), Prince George, (the highest HIV how having HIV impacts housing and population in BC outside of Vancouver), how housing impacts HIV. and Kamloops (selected for a slightly According to PAN, “people living with different reason, because of the exisHIV/AIDS may be ten times more likely tence of supported housing projects). to be homeless than the general population.

The analysis is ongoing and the hope for People living with HIV/AIDS experience the long term is to create policy changes, housing insecurity due to a variety of facand to see an increase of housing cooptors, including (but not limited to) social eratives for people living with HIV/ stigma, poverty and the impacts of other AIDS. Additionally, the project hopes to concurrent conditions such as hepatitis C lift the stigma of HIV/AIDS, as it is one of most crippling hindrances in accessco-infection and mental health issues”. ing “suitable, affordable and culturally Living with HIV/AIDS is no longer the death sentence it once was, but managing appropriate housing services”. the disease diligently is paramount to lonUltimately, Vicki along with PAN gevity. How you live and where you live Sociologist Vicki Nygaard wants individuals with HIV/AIDS wants individuals with HIV/AIDS to have a place they can call home. “Access is an essential component to your health. to have a place they can call home.

Vicki lists all the factors of housing and to and control over housing are imporhealth: “Is your home life depressing? Is there exposure to drug abuse? tant for improving self-esteem, pride and community belonging are Are you living out of town—away from medical access? Is it dif- all vital elements of health”. ficult to store your medication? Is there a place to cook?” Living in If you have questions about the study or are interested in being impoverished conditions has many obvious negative repercussions. interviewed, email Vicki Nygaard kamplph@pacificaidsnetwork.org Poor housing conditions “housing deficiencies that can create serious or call 250-320-7184. Connect with the AIDS Society of Kamloops health risks relating to factors like mould, dust mites, dampness and (ASK) on 433 Tranquille Road, where Vicki has part-time office lead pipes…[known] as a housing exposure chamber, in which people space, for additional information. are exposed to ongoing health threats and toxins that make houses into Alicia Ashcroft, freelance

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Celebrating Social Work Local social workers celebrated BC Social Work Week, March 13 to 19, with a lunch Friday, March 18 at the Henry Grube Education Centre. The BC Association of Social Workers (BCASW) chose the theme Social Work: A Profession Dedicated to an Inclusive Society, to reflect the commitment and passion held by social workers addressing growing social, economic and health inequities in Canada.

“We celebrate the hundreds of social workers in the Thompson Nicola area who work hard every day in the pursuit of social justice” said BCASW president Michael Crawford. “Social workers not only focus on problems at the individual level; we are actively advocating at all levels of government for social and economic policies that produce inclusive and equitable communities.”

This year’s special guest was Doug Donaldson, MLA for Stikine and Opposition Critic for the Ministry of Children and Family Development, who spoke about the challenging work undertaken by social work-

BC Association of Social Workers president, Michael Crawford, presenting Sian Lewis (L) with the 2016 Heart of the Grasslands Award for distinguished social work service to the community.

ers providing services to children and families.

Kamloops social worker Sian Lewis received the Heart of the

Grasslands Award for her dis- Centre and is a sessional instructinguished service to the com- tor and field instructor at TRU’s munity. Sian currently serves School of Social Work and as executive director at Phoenix Human Services.

Power Rangers film to be shot in Kamloops region The Thompson-Nicola Film Commission (TNFC) has announced that the movie Power Rangers will be filmed in and around Kamloops this April for ten or more days.

“We’re very excited to have a movie film in the streets of Kamloops because residents can watch the action. I think it will be a lot of fun,” said Victoria Weller, TNFC Film commissioner.

Filming started in Vancouver on February 29 and the movie stars Elizabeth Banks as archvillain Rita Repulsa, along with new Power Rangers Dacre Montgomery, RJ Cyler, Naomi Scott, Becky G. and Ludi Lin. The film, a production of Lionsgate and Saban Brands, will use Kamloops as a stand-in for the fictional town of Angel Grove.

“Usually filmmakers are attracted to our open vistas or winding roads through our beautiful scenery. This year, the Film Commission is noticing an increase in attention from

production companies look- The locations department rep- Central Business Improvement ing to film outside Vancouver resentatives are currently mak- Association, Tk’emlúps te and in our city streets and in ing preliminary arrangements Secwépemc Chief and Council, smaller community businesses,” and consulting with the City and local ministries and organisaid Robin Smith, TNFC chair. of Kamloops, the Kamloops zations and merchants.

Budget 2016 gets a D grade from MP MP Cathy McLeod, says Budget 2016 pledges to borrow and spend tens of billions of taxpayer dollars, while raising taxes on families, workers and job-creating businesses.

“The Liberal government’s budget projects a deficit of $29.4 billion this year and over the next five years Canada will borrow $113.2 billion, with no clearly defined timetable to return to balance,” said McLeod. “Personal income taxes will go up by $1.3 billion this year and $2.4 billion next year, due partially to the elimination of income splitting and higher rates on income over $200,000. Tax credits for textbooks, tuition and children’s fitness and arts have been eliminated.”

The new Canada Child Benefit will boost payments to some families, but comes at the expense of existing child benefits. At least ten per cent of families will be losing such support altogether.

“Small businesses will be hit with higher income and payroll taxes. The government has decided not to lower the small business tax rate to nine per cent, instead holding it at 10.5 per cent and introducing new conditions around eli-

gibility,” stated McLeod. “The Budget did not renew the tax credit for EI premiums paid by small business and over $1 billion in new EI expenditures points to higher premiums for all employers in the near future.”

“The Budget is cutting in several areas, including defense, where the government is deferring $3.7 billion in spending that was set to take place over the next five years. They are also deferring election promises, including funding for palliative care and Canada Post home delivery,” stated McLeod. “As well plans for the future of health-care transfers, an innovation agenda, climate-change plans and tax reforms are all subject to further discussion and negotiations before details are announced.”

“The only grade I can possibly give this budget is a D. It is going to saddle our kids and grandkids with a huge debt plus the accumulated interest. This is completely irresponsible,” concluded McLeod.

For more information on Budget 2016 visit www.budget.gc.ca.

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Starla White The North Shore Community Centre recently hosted their highly successful annual Antique and Collectables Sale at the Cottonwood Manor. There were all kinds of unique and long-lost memorabilia for sale. Watch the North Shore Echo for notification of the next one – don’t miss out!

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Community Volunteer Income Tax Program People in Motion in Kamloops is pro- am to 1:00 pm for the months of March viding a Community Volunteer Income and April with the last day for Tax Program. Did you have a low fampickup being April 27. Stop by People ily income in 2015? Do you have a In Motion, 182B Tranquille Road, and straightforward income tax return but use the back door entrance only. you are unable to pay for assistance? Do This service is free and you are asked you have all your information slips? If to bring all your tax papers and tax so, volunteers, trained by the Canada forms with you. You will also need to Customs and Revenue Agency, will com- fill out an information sheet. plete your income tax return by e-file.

People In Motion volunteers will be This will be a drop off - pick up ser- available to help you fill out the inforvice only at the People in Motion office mation sheet. and is available two days a week, on For more information, please call Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 People in Motion at 250-376-7878.

RCMP invites citizens to attend Community Forum Superintendent Brad Mueller, Officer in Charge of Kamloops RCMP, invites the citizens of Kamloops to attend a Community Forum, which will provide an overview of the Kamloops Detachment, and to seek public feedback in establishing strategic priorities for policing services in the City of Kamloops over the next few years. The meeting on the North Shore will be held on Tuesday, April 19 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at McArthur Island Lounge. All residents and business persons are welcome and there will be an opportunity to have questions answered.

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Long-time members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles were awarded pins recently in recognition of their efforts. The ceremony was held at the Eagles Club right here on Tranquille Road.

North Shore gets ready to go for another busy year I often get asked, “What makes up the ‘North Shore’?” The actual term ‘North Shore’ came from our business association when it was formed in 1988 to help promote the Kamloops business community on the north side of the Thompson River. The boundaries of our business improvement area take in the former village of Brocklehurst and the former municipality of North Kamloops. It’s basically east from the airport to the North Thompson River and south from Westmount to the Thompson River. Westsyde was originally meant to be a part of it but that aspect of our north side commercial area was never defined as a part of our business improvement area. We do have members from Westsyde and have a program for them to be part of the North Shore Business Association and the services we offer.

If you’re interested, give us a call!

So when you hear the term “North Shore” as it relates to Kamloops think Brocklehurst and North Kamloops with a sprinkling of Westsyde thrown in!

With the great spring weather we’ve been having it’s been so much fun in the last few weeks to shed the cabin fever of winter for the beautiful sights and sounds of the neighbourhoods and green spaces. Our family has been enjoying McDonald Park, Schubert Drive, Overlanders Beach and hiking in the Lac de Bois. When we had our first big spring melt and I looked up on the hills at the snow cover still stubbornly clinging to them; it made me think of Bill Anhorn’s famous saying, “It’s the North Shore; where winter comes late and

spring comes early!” I have to admit it was pretty amusing to hear people complain about winter driving conditions “up on the hill” after having cut my lawn for the first time this year…

Our events and promotions packages are being distributed and businesses and community groups are getting signed up and ready to go for another busy year! From Overlanders Day to our Spirit of Christmas promotion get involved in promoting and growing your North Shore!

You can stay up to date on North Shore events and what we have coming up in 2016 through our website www.nsbia.com, find us on Facebook and sign up to our regular e-newsletter. Let’s keep proudly saying, “We are the North Shore!” and show what we can accomplish when we work together!

Steven L. Puhallo, executive director for the North Shore Business Association

Kamloops couple in shock after winning Lotto Max Jessica Sandry is glad she reminded her boyfriend, Michael Ellis, to buy a Lotto Max ticket when he passed through Kelowna for work. The reminder paid off to the tune of $500,000 in the March 18 Lotto Max draw.

Jessica and Michael only recently started playing the lottery and they can’t believe they have already won big.

“I’m shocked we won because this is only the tenth ticket I have ever bought,”

exclaimed Michael.

As for how they will spend their winnings, the Kamloops couple is focused on investing in their family’s future.

“We don’t plan on buying anything right now,” smiled Jessica. “We’re going to pay off our mortgage and invest some of the money.”

The winning ticket was purchased at the Kelowna Husky Market.

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Doctor Dextraze gives you reason to a smile In commemoration of Dental Health Month in April, Dr. Barry Dextraze invites you to check in on your teeth and more importantly to check in with a dentist.

He’s excited about the month that showcases oral hygiene and the importance of regular dental check ups. Dr. Dextraze acknowledges the universal fear of dentistry, but strives to create a positive experience for anyone that visits his practice.

He treats his patients as he would “a member of [his] own family,” with great care and dignity.

Comfort is key at Dr. Dextraze’s dental practice. Building trust is also an important factor in making sure that patients are put at ease; with each visit the patient can feel more relaxed. For those interested in the procedure, there are intra-oral cameras available for an inside glimpse. There are television sets in each room and educational systems on-hand so people can develop a greater understanding of the work that is being done.

Why is dental health so important? “It’s Dr. D. Barry Dextraze has been practicing family friendly our communication center,” says Barry. dentistry since 1975.

“Through our mouths we speak, eat, kiss,”

it’s also connected to the rest of our physical health and is often the indicator if we are unhealthy. Barry’s dental practice offers digital X-rays and every patient has a thorough exam of their head and neck.

It’s essential to get one’s children to the dentist as early as 18 months to prevent the dreaded Baby Bottle Syndrome, and to also create a positive experience with their dentist.

Dental work is affordable if you go regularly; the average time between visits is every six to nine months. By maintaining one’s oral health, one is able to prevent smaller issues into becoming expensive emergencies. In honor of Oral Health Month, do as the Canadian Dental Association decrees follow these five steps to long-lasting health. Keep your mouth clean, check your mouth regularly, eat well, see your dentist regularly, don’t smoke or chew tobacco.

Barry Dextraze’s office is located at 21-750 Fortune Drive. Call 250-376-5354 to book an appointment.

Alicia Ashcroft, freelance

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An Evening of One Acts will tickle your funny bone The Laughing Stock Theatre Society rings in spring with a showcase of some very funny short one-act plays in their popular Dinner Theatre arena. In choosing the line-up, they looked to the ‘laugh out loud’ style of British and American comedies written by some very clever playwrights.

An Evening of One Acts was also an opportunity for some of The Laughing Stock’s (TLS) seasoned acting members to try their hand at directing their submissions.

Carlo Sia, TLS actor, is directing The Accident, a very funny play by British playwright Herb Hassler. Walter Hunt, TLS actor and stage manager, is taking on Peter Tolan’s American classic comedy, Pillow Talk. Lorraine Korobanik, TLS actor, rounds out the new directors by presenting The Rental, a playful comedy written by American playwright Mark Harvey Levine. Finally, Vance Schneider, TLS founder, director and producer, brings us the classic British farce that is Changing Rooms by Jackie Carreira, which is reminiscent of a certain 1970’s British department store classic comedy.

The show will run April 21 to 23 at the Kamloops Convention Centre Theatre. There are two available options and ticket prices; $18.00 for the show and $40.00 for Dinner and a Show. The preview runs without dinner on April 21 at 8:00 pm. April 22 and 23 will offer the meal at 6:45 pm with the curtain to follow at 8:00 pm. A cash bar will be available before the show and at intermission.

Tickets for all performances can be purchased through Kamloops Live! Box Office at 1025 Lorne Street. Call 250-374-5483 or check out the website www.kamloopslive.ca.

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Strong season finale for the Kamloops Long Blades

Two Kamloops Long Blades speed skaters did well competing against skaters from around the world at the Canada Cup 4, in the Calgary Long Track speed skating event, March 17 to 20 at the Olympic Oval in Calgary.

Skater Thom Keijzer had personal bests in 500m at 41,89 seconds, 1000m at 1.21,30, 1500m at 2.05,12 and 5000m at 7.32,59. Meanwhile teammate Sylvie Lloyd skated a personal best of 2.23,34 in the 1500m.

Also in Alberta, Martina Antifay of the Long Blades competed in the Canada West Short Track Championships held March 18 to 20. Martina got a bronze in the 400m for 12 year olds, as well as silver in the 200m and silver in the 3000m relay.

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WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS: 1:30pm: Euchre, 10am: Chair Fitness TUESDAYS: 10am: Wood Carving, 1pm: Whist WEDNESDAYS: 1pm: Cribbage THURSDAYS: 10am: STICHERS CLUB, 1pm: Whist, 1pm: BRIDGE FRIDAYS: 11:30am-1pm: Lunch, 1pm: Canasta SUNDAYS: 7:30-11pm: Community Dance $10 at the door. Licensed. (No dance April 17)

COMMUNITY DINNER

Sunday, April 10 • 5pm tickets $15 each (must be purchased in advance at the front desk).

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION CELEBRATION Monday, april 11 at 11am

USED BOOK SALE

Monday, April 25 to Friday, april 29 9am to 4pm

BINGO EVERY TUESDAY: 6:00pm Come out for some fun and frolic.

Win great prizes!

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Stay tuned for our upcoming Strawberry Tea, Bake Sale and Plant Sale coming up on Saturday May 7.

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■■ Chances - April 1: Jana Seale, April 2: jamesWolf. Shows from 7 to 10pm. Jam Night every Wednesday from 7 to 10pm.

1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Bantam Female BC Hockey Championships on March 27 to 31 at Valleyview Arena and Memorial and Brock arenas.

The full schedule can be found at: www.bchockey.net/championships/ScheduleandScoresDetail.aspx?division=367&externa l=0&season=1631 ■■ Big Little Science Centre March 29 to April 4 (open Sunday and Monday this week only): Amazing Magnetism Show at 11am and 1:30pm. This Amazing Magnetism Show is an interactive, fun show that explores magnetism and gives you some magnetic magic tricks to try out at home! Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt Street. FMI visit blscs.org.

■■ Fun Laughter Friends adult social group events: April 5: Meet and Greet, April 12: Ladies Only Morning. FMI contact laugh2014@shaw.ca.

■■ Harry Potter Improv! On April 9 at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. Doors at 7pm, show at 7:30pm. Presented by the Freudian Slips. Tickets available at the door (cash only). FMI visit: www.chimeratheatre.com.

■“Let’s ■ Scrap Breast Cancer” on April 9 from 10am to 10pm and April 10 from 9am to 4pm at the Brock CSI, 9A-1800 Tranquille Rd. Scrapbooking fundraiser with door prizes, games, draws, lunch and so much more!

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■■ Zumba and Yoga at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Zumba classes on Mondays and Wednesdays and Yoga on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Check for times at www.nsccs.webs.com.

■■CSI Activity Center events: Mondays- Euchre at 1:30pm; Tuesdays- Wood carving at 10am, Whist at 1pm, Bingo at 6pm; Wednesdays- Cribbage at 1pm; Thursdays- Stichers Club at 10am, Bridge at 1:15pm, Whist at 1pm; Fridays- Canasta at 1pm.

■■ Meet An Elder on Wednesdays from 9am to 4:30pm at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services, 707 Tranquille Rd. RSVP to 250-554-9486. Free.

■■ Adult Drop-In Badminton at OLPH Gym, 635 Tranquille Rd. Tues. nights at 7pm. Small dropin fee. Wide range of players. FMI call Robert at 250-579-0193.

■■ Sushi and Udon Lunch on fourth Friday (except July and August) at the Japanese Cultural Centre, 160 Vernon Ave. Call to book your lunch at 250-376-9629.

■■ Army and Navy Club Kamloops Anavets 1st vice president, (R) Harvey Stewart giving a $1000.00 Events: Tuesday Bingo at donation on behalf of Kamloops Anavets Unit 290, to Kamloops Air 4:30pm, Wednesday Senior’s Cadet Corp, Black Mariah.

Darts 55+ from 1:30 to 4pm, Friday Fun with Karaoke at 7:30pm.

FMI and registration contact of each month. Hosted by Perry Support local charities on SatJacki at 250-579-0195 or avon- Tucker and the Good Gravy Band. urday and Sunday Meat Draws Great atmosphere, have a burger starting at 3pm. Army and Navy jacki@gmail.com.

Club, #9-177 Tranquille Rd. ■■ Donations wanted of old/ and try the hand cut fries. damaged bras to be repaired and ■ Pyrohu Suppers on the FMI call 250-554-2455. passed on to those in need. FMI last Fri. of each month (except ■■ Variety and Line Dancing March, July, Aug.) from 5 to on Tuesdays from 3 to 4pm at the call Grace at 250-554-1065.

■■ Acoustic Jam Nights at The 7pm at the Ukrainian Orthodox North Shore Community Centre, Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd from 7 Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets 730 Cottonwood Ave. Drop in fee to 10pm on the 1st and 3rd Mon. at the door. FMI call 250-578- required. FMI call 250-376-4777.

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echo stargazer Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) The future is calling with a delicious overture promising rewards you never dreamed of. Could this be the beginning you’ve been hoping for? Personal freedoms triumph over responsibilities of love.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) When you’re stuck at square one, it’s difficult to imagine taking that special relationship to the next level. Love asks you to be brave and try anyways. Your friends are here to help.

Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Dramas in love unfold faster than you can keep up. Reset your affections and plan to carry on solo.

Push your career and don’t look back.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) The spotlight shifts to your career but don’t sit back holding your breath hoping you’ll be noticed.

Put your best foot forward and create the work environment you’ve been longing for. Love attracts someone more spiritual than you imagined.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Lovers cause fits that try to shut down your creative expressions. You’ll second guess a romantic decision. Financial rewards indicate you chose correctly after all.

Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Home calls with a mess that has to be cleaned up. It’s not something you’ll be able to resolve in one swoop but you should begin chipping away at the problem while you can. Love shines brightly.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) You’ve become a model of efficiency putting your daily affairs and health back in order, it’s now time to focus on love and partnerships. As a natural communicator, you’ll ask background questions and drop verbal hints. Loving hearts bridge impossible gaps.

Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Time to feel the pinch.

You’ve been good at watching your pocketbook but some events are out of your control. Love rings the phone off of the hook but you have a future to plan.

Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You have energy to burn and your emotional batteries should be fully charged and ready to get back out there. The spotlight has shifted to your role with children and your naturally playful nature. When eyes lock, tell a joke and see where it leads.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Fortune and luck both favour pursuits at a distance. Working vacations are the key. Your advice carries more weight than you realize.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Money continues to be strong but the spotlight has shifted to running around, local business and education. Don’t let your skills get stuck in traffic. Your intelligence is attracting.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) One smile in the mirror is all it takes to fill yourself with a loving attitude. Forget the world and carry on at your own pace. Financial rewards are on the way.

Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.

Did you know?

You can tell from the statue of a mounted horseman how the rider died. If all four of the horse’s feet are on the ground, he died of natural causes. One foot raised means he died from wounds suffered in battle.

Two legs raised means he died in action.

On Now at the Kamloops Art Gallery

Laura Hargrave Memory Lines

March 19 to June 18, 2016 The Cube Free admission every Thursday sponsored by BCLC 465 Victoria St • 250-377-2400 • kag.bc.ca Laura Hargrave, All into Nowhere (detail), 2016, chalk pastel on foam board Photo: Laura Hargrave

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