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Whole Note invites emerging musicians to hit high notes Kim Mangan has fond memo- Whole Note Program has been plan: music lessons, whether it ries of playing music in her youth in the works for well over a year- be instrument or voice with local and winning a scholarship at the and-a-half and came from Kim’s music teachers and performance age of 13. Being in band allowed wish to “create more opportunities opportunities with established comher to travel, develop a skill, per- for kids to play at a higher level.” munity music groups and admisfect a passion: “music has always Whole Note supports and funds sion to Kamloops Interior Summer been important in my life”. The youth in a three-pronged lesson School of Music (KISSM). The three-week camp runs in July and compliments musical lessons with crafts, outdoor activities and water days. This season was a success— Kim, KISSM executive director, had hoped to host 250 students and had 254 attendees register! Sixteen kids have been coming for seven or more years and received a special gift at the end of the camp. While planning the Whole Note project, Kim had an impulse to look for newspaper clippings from her teen years, as well a professional photo that was taken in Toronto. Assuming the process would take ages, Kim was surprised to opened up a photo album and find it at first glance. It felt like a good sign and more encouragement came following July’s KISSM camp. After the popular Fiddle Workshop finished, Kim invited the teacher over for dinner. During the meal, Kim was brainstorming creative ideas with the musician and the conversation led to funding. As luck would have it, her husband, who was also at the dinner, mentioned that TD Bank was not only a major champion for the arts since 2003, but also his employer. Once the Whole Note
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The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 3453 Eagle Riders presented a cheque of $1800 to Kamloops Hospice House on September 17 at the Eagles Club. The funds raised were from the Poker Run and Silent Auction held on August 20.
Initial contracts awarded for support recovery beds On September 22, Interior Health (IH) has announced five contracts have been awarded for the creation of 26 additional support recovery beds. These new beds will enhance mental health and substance use (MHSU) services throughout the BC Interior. “More beds mean more people can get their lives back,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “Bed by bed, we are following through on our commitment to create new substance use treatment beds, so families can be made whole again and communities can benefit from engaged, healthy members.” These are the first five of ten eventual contracts to provide an additional 57 beds to communities throughout IH. Support recovery beds provide clients a safe, substance-free setting while they await residential treatment, return from residen-
tial treatment or transition to a more stable lifestyle. “Our staff members are working very hard to get these beds open,” said IH board chair Erwin Malzer. “A support recovery bed is more than just a bed. It represents a place where clients can feel safe and secure, knowing they’ll receive the encouragement and treatment they require to restore their health.” These 57 support recovery beds are part of IH’s commitment in April to create 73 new substance use treatment beds including 16 withdrawal management beds. They’re also part of the Province’s commitment to add 500 additional substance use spaces throughout British Columbia. In Kamloops, the first contract have been signed with ASK Wellness Society and Kamloops
Society for Alcohol and Drug Services. ASK Wellness serves the Thompson-Shuswap area and will provide six support recovery beds in Merritt. Kamloops Society for Alcohol and Drug Services serves the Thompson Cariboo area and will provide six support recovery beds in Kamloops. The majority of the 57 support recovery beds will be completed and open by December 2016. Through partnerships and consultation with the First Nation Health Authority and local First Nation groups, the 57 Support Recovery beds will include up to 15 spaces provided by an Aboriginal organization. IH is focusing its resources on five key strategies which will shift the system away from hospitals and towards care being provided in a community set-
Have your say on Federal Budget 2017 MP Cathy McLeod is asking everyone in her rid- the wide range of ideas that are brought to the table ing to share their ideas for Federal Budget 2017. from our riding.” “All constituents are invited to submit their ideas Simultaneously, the Finance Committee is also either to me via email, in person to the finance conducting pre-budget consultations. To date, they committee or online at budget-lebudget.ca,” said have received more than 400 submissions from McLeod. “The government’s focus this year is how interested groups and individuals, and 225 requests to strengthen the middle class and ensure Canada to appear before the Committee this fall in Ottawa. is well positioned in the global economy.” During the weeks of October 3 to 17, interested “This is a great opportunity to share your priori- Canadians who were not invited to make a formal ties of what should be included in Federal Budget appearance in Ottawa will have an opportunity to 2017,” stated McLeod. “I’m always impressed by share their views in meetings across Canada.
ting. One of these strategies is directed at improving primary and community care outcomes for MHSU clients. On July 27, Premier Christy Clark announced a new Joint Task Force on Overdose Prevention and Response. The actions being taken under the task force support the ongoing work to support and treat British Columbians with substance use issues, a key priority of government. The province has committed to meet the goal of opening 500 new substance use treatment beds in 2017 and this announcement of more support recovery beds will work to meet that goal. In the past two years, the Province has opened more than 220 new beds as part of this commitment to ensure better access to appropriate substance use supports. When one of our advertisers asks you where you saw their ad...
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Official candidate for BC Greens Kamloops North Thompson declared Dan Hines is the official candidate for the BC Green Party in the Kamloops North Thompson Electoral District. He was acclaimed by the BC Greens
and announced at a public event on September 29. Hines revealed some initiatives of the Green platform: banning corporate and union donations to provincial parties, developing a new relationship between First Nations and the provincial government, addressing climate change and planning for the thoughtful transition towards a stronger 21st century economy. “I’m glad to be part of this movement for change and for new leadership. It is clearly evident that a wave of Green support and activism is growing,” said Hines. Andrew Weaver, MLA and BC Green Party leader, and Chris Rose, recipient of the Order of BC, also showed their support for Hines. “Dan is a leader who in his words strives to create a more just, compassionate and healthy world,” said Rose. Hines is rooted in and cares deeply about Kamloops and the North Thompson Valley. He acknowledged his lineage and the impact of his family. His father was a local rancher and logger who cared deeply about the land, his mother was a community care nurse and his grandparents included a game warden and sheep rancher in the Kamloops area.
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McDonald Park was the place to be on Sunday, September 25 as an enthusiastic bunch took part in this year’s Kamloops Kidney Walk along the Rivers Trail. Kidney Walk for Kidney Transplantation and Organ Donation is an opportunity for patients on dialysis, organ transplant recipients, their families, living donors, the medical community and the public to come together to raise awareness about the importance of kidney health and organ donation. Here in Kamloops, over $10,600 was raised at this years walk!
Earning the right to serve boomers and seniors Just in time for International Seniors Day on October 1, Interior Savings has become the first financial institution in British Columbia to become a Certified Age-Friendly Business (CAFB). For the first time ever, there are more people in Canada who are 65 and over than there are children 15 and under and that gap is expected to widen*. According to Kathy Conway, Interior Savings CEO, “there has never been a more important time to break down the stigmas surrounding age and to build a more inclusive and respectful community.” As part of its goal to become a leader in reducing ageism while also raising the standard of service for those aged 50+, Interior Savings set an intention early this year to provide Age Friendly Business training to its entire staff. The program, developed by the Age Friendly Business Academy, raises awareness about some of the key and sometimes subtle challenges associ-
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River City Nissan sponsors Oktoberfest fundraiser October 15 marks the date for the 5th annual Oktoberfest fundraiser and the Sun Peaks Alpine Club is welcoming River City Nissan as the Presenting Sponsor this year. The memorable fundraiser is on track to sell out again this year. “Wear your dirndl and lederhosen and get ready for a great time,” says Montana Molyneux, director of Ski from the Sun Peaks Alpine Club. “This event is an opportunity to enjoy authentic Bavarian appies, dinner and dessert. The evening also includes a cocktail event, beer tasting, commemorative beer steins for all, a photo booth, live and silent auctions, dancing and much more! It’s a great time.” The Sun Peaks Alpine Club welcomes athletes from all over the world to train and race at beautiful Sun Peaks and the Nancy Greene International Training Centre. The Club provides high quality and affordable competitive ski racing programs for skiers of all ages and abilities. Para and masters athletes also have the opportunity to train with our club. opening Oktoberfest by tapping the keg. Buy “Each year, the Club relies on a huge commit- most successful fundraiser to date.” In addition to partnering with River City your tickets to enjoy the loads of merriment, ment of volunteer time and money to provide quality program and races,” says Montana. Nissan, the Club has also partnered with local clinking of glasses and authentic atmosphere. “During peak season, our club employs up to businesses adding to the authentic German This is fun-fundraiser and one event you do 25 coaches who run program for all ages. The fare. Red Collar Brewing Co. will be provid- not want to miss-out on! 5th Annual Bavarian Oktoberfest – Preraces held each year cost thousands of dol- ing a special Oktoberfest brew, as well as lars and volunteer hours to run. It’s because of The Crazy and The German Bakery making sented by River City Nissan is being held at these costs that Oktoberfest was created and authentic pretzels. It’s an entertaining night the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference it has become the Sun Peaks Alpine Club’s hosted by Mayor Peter Milobar officially Centre on Saturday, October 15.
Wanted: Sustainable energy ideas for art exhibit people who use it. The ideas can be ingenious, high-tech, simple or old-fashioned. Examples of submissions can range from a picture of your business’s new solar photovoltaic installation, to a poem about your backyard organic garden, from a watercolour painting of your favourite trusty clothesline, to a short video about how much you love your new electric vehicle. Sharing sustainable energy ideas through the exhibition will hopefully inspire others to use more sustainable energy options, which are needed more than ever.
The BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA) Kamloops chapter seeks submissions from the public of images, written pieces, artworks or short videos for a free public exhibition at the Kamloops Art Gallery (KAG) called The Everyday Sustainable Energy Superheroes Exhibition. The exhibition runs from January 14 to March 18, 2017 in the free BMO Open Gallery. The deadline for submissions is October 27. The two main reasons for the exhibition are to share great ideas around using sustainable energy and to celebrate the
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alarm is, look at the manufacture date on the back of the alarm. The alarm should be replaced ten years from that date. Students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 will be invited to enter to win the Fire Prevention Week 2016 iPad Contest. The contest is jointly sponsored by the Office of the Fire Commissioner, the BC Fire Chiefs’ Association, the Fire Training Officers’ Association of BC, the Fire Prevention Officers’ Association of BC, FortisBC, and the First Nations’ Emergency Services Society of BC. A student in each of BC’s five fire regions will win an iPad, as well as one student from a First Nations bandoperated school. For more information on fire safety tips, including Fire Prevention Week resources, visit www.gov.bc.ca/firesafety.
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■■ Tranquille Tunnel Theatre’s The Disordered Mind from Sept. 9 to Oct. 30 at the old Tranquille Mental Health Institution, 4600 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office. FMI call 250-572-2530. ■■ Chances - Live entertainment from 8 to 11pm. Oct. 7- Henry Small and Friends, Oct. 8- No Live Entertainer UFC 204. Jam Night every Wed. from 8 to 11pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ North Kamloops Library Oct. 7 - Yarn and Yap at 12:30pm. Do you knit, crochet, do needlepoint or cross stitch? Bring your projects and share patterns and ideas. Drop-in program. Oct. 8 - Drop-in and enjoy a seasonal craft at the library as a family from 10am to 4pm. 693 Tranquille Rd. FMI call 250-554-1124 or visit www.tnrdlib.ca to see a full calendar of events. ■■ Big Little Science Centre Oct. 8 - The 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. ■■ Beyond Fabulous! Drag Show on Oct. 14 and 15 at 7pm at The Rex, 417 Seymour St. Doors at 6pm. Features some of the best Queens in Western Canada! Fundraiser for Interior Community Services youth programs. Tickets available at 765 Tranquille Rd. or by calling Kari at 250-819-1919 or Tammy at 250-376-3660. ■■ Freudian Slips Improv Night on Oct. 15 at 8pm at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille
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Tournament time - The McArthur Island Blind Bowlers held a mini invitational tournament on Saturday, September 24. Blind bowlers from Nanaimo, Kelowna and Kamloops and their directors had sunny, warm weather and enjoyed fun and competitive lawn bowling. McArthur Park Blind Bowlers are the largest group of visually impaired/blind bowlers in BC and Canada and would like to thank Canada Safeway, Robo Car Wash and Save On Foods for their support.
Rd. Doors at 7:30pm. Tickets are cash at the door. FMI visit: www. chimeratheatre.com. ■■ Pyrohy Suppers on Oct. 28 and Nov. 25 from 5 to 7pm at Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets at the door. FMI call 250-578-8266 or 250-376-1978. ■■ 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. ■■ Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of Ramsgaard weekly practice/gathering on Mondays at 7pm at Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. FMI call Raynagh at 250-376-6676. ■■ Donations Wanted of old/ damaged bras to be repaired and
passed on to those in need. FMI call Grace at 250-554-1065. ■■ Army and Navy Club Events: 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. ■■ Meet An Elder on Thursdays from 9am to 4:30pm at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services, 707 Tranquille Rd. RSVP to 250-554-9486. Free. ■■ Variety and Line Dancing on Tuesdays from 3 to 4pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Drop in fee required. FMI call 250-376-4777. ■■ 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. ■■ Fraternal Order of Eagles Weekly EventsTuesdays 3:30pm to 5:30pm Pull Tab Draws, Wednesdays 4pm to 6pm Horse Races with ‘Big Jim’, Saturday and Sundays 3pm to 5pm Meat Draws. Karaoke with Michelle Sundays at 7pm. 755 Tranquille Rd 250376-1311 . ■■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.
ADVERTISING CONSULTANT WANTED We are looking for an experienced sales consultant to work with our tight-knit team at the Downtown and North Shore Echo newspapers. We have to admit though that we’re more interested in finding the right personality fit, so aptitude and enthusiasm are the most important qualities! The gig entails working with clients to implement effective advertising campaigns - this starts with the sale, continues to getting ad copy, proofing ad with client and then follow up after the sale. Also includes: organization of systems and billing clients. Basic computer skills are a must. The hours are flexible the work atmosphere is fun! Submit resume to: #1 - 219 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A1 Email: echo7@shawcable.com or Fax: 250-374-3247
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echo stargazer Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Popularity brings accolades and opportunity for social fun. Along the way you should also encounter surprise opportunities to pad your pocketbook. Don’t overindulge at the dessert table. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Love stops in to say hello but will you notice? Personal goals are closer than ever! Reach out with speed and raise your arms with pride as you cross that finish line. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) The bounce returns to your step and your personal cheer becomes contagious. Spread the love and see both your personal and professional networks continue to grow. Rewards accompany a job well done. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Your career continues to shine but it’s your social network that’s really in for a shake. Recent accomplishments are noticed as old and new friends begin to line up for your attention. Love encourages a friendly approach. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) You’d love to get away but the office is calling. Extra efforts to push your career this week will lead to financial rewards. Team up for your best success. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) A group outing leads to struggles. One of your friends has been upset lately and they want to take it out on you! Respect your boundaries and your goals. You’ve worked too hard to be derailed by grumpy fans. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) Work troubles become public and leave you scrambling to clean up a mess. Career goals require extra effort but you should still use the weekly energy to reach for more. Lovers begin to line up. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Day to day stress takes its toll and you’re ready for a vacation. Be careful because with all of the rushing around you could miss the signals that love is throwing your way. New beginnings in work lead to success. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Love continues on the lockdown and I don’t see it changing any time soon. Allow joint financial projects, borrowing money and business activities to take the centre stage. Lose yourself in a job well done. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) Tired of sitting at home alone? It’s time to get serious about your love life. There’s someone on your radar that for whatever reason didn’t make the cut. Times have changed and so have you. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Suddenly you have more places to go and people to see than your schedule can handle. It feels good to be popular but we all know its just business as usual. Be careful while driving. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Home is a bit of a mess and that creative project is trying to stall but personal energy should be focused on attracting money anyways. Allow your team to do the small stuff and concentrate on networking. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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