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Andy Philpot, Board Member Oncore Seniors Society hosted by the Kamloops firefighters, including Operation Africa in 2007. The mission was to fill a 40-foot shipping container with donated items destined to the remote village of Jambiani in Tanzania. This lead to Operation Nicaragua in 2009 where Philpot, as part of a team of Kamloops firefighters and volunteers, journeyed to the village of Jiquillilo in Nicaragua — a village that has been ravaged by civil war, decimated by a tsunami, and plagued by extreme poverty.

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World Kidney Day coming to Northills Centre On March 10, TRU nursing students will be running a World Kidney Day Health Fair for the public, which will include free blood pressure testing and blood-glucose readings By Jessica Messerer-Trosin

Each year World Kidney Day raises awareness about the importance of kidneys, organs that among other things, filter our blood of toxins and help to make red blood cells. Allison Speller, Brie Fehr, Talia Ollek and Taryn Christian are all third-year nursing students at Thompson Rivers University (TRU), and are organizing the World Kidney Day Health Fair, taking place at the Northills Centre on Kamloops’ north shore from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, March 10. They are working on a Community Health practicum placement under faculty field guide, Dr. Florriann Fehr and community partners Edna Humphreys and Linda Bonner-Brown. “It’s been a lot of work, but we feel like it’s going to be really rewarding,” said Speller. The event is free and the public can drop

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TRU nursing students (left to right) Brie Fehr, Talia Ollek, Allison Speller and Taryn Christian pose with Sidney the Kidney at the Jan. 29 Blazers' Game. by any time. Other TRU students from the school of nursing will also be there. Firstyear nursing students will be taking blood pressure and second years will be taking bloodglucose readings. Pharmacists from Independent Grocers will provide cholesterol checks. There will also

be other informational booths set up from various health organizations. Part of their work has been meeting with patients in the community who have kidney disease and now require dialysis. According to Speller, this has been a great way to supplement

the knowledge the students have gained in the classroom. “It’s the application of the knowledge that we have that has been our best learning tool.” This is the third year that TRU students are organizing the event, something that BonnerBrown is thankful for.

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“Get screened and it won’t cost you a thing!” One local Kamloops woman affected by kidney disease is Sylvia Hillman. Her life was changed when she received a donor kidney in 2014. She first found out she had kidney disease in 2004. Since Sylvia has

do dialysis at home, she was tired all the time and thought she would have to do it forever. “I had really given up. I thought after five years of hemo that I’m going to be on this for the rest of my life so let’s just face it.” Initially her son planned to be her kidney

“You had to have a spare room just to keep this stuff,” said Duane. Plagued by medical issues for a lot of her life, her recent neck surgery would not have been possible without the kidney donation. Sylvia encourages people to consider

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“I am so thankful for Dr. Fehr to set this in motion — for me, the volunteers of Kamloops and the B.C. and Yukon branch of the Canadian Kidney Foundation.” Bonner-Brown has been volunteering at the foundation for more than 20 years, aiming to educate others as an average person. She’s regularly in contact with the Royal Inland Hospital and is therefore able to provide updated statistics about the Kamloops area, which also includes Clearwater, Williams Lake and Chase. The number of people in Kamloops who are suffering from kidney issues has been on the rise in the last five months. Statistics show last year in September, 1,181 people in this region had problems with their kidneys versus 1,253 on Feb. 10, 2016. Most of these people are able to keep their issues under control by diet and lifestyle changes — as of February 2016 this includes more than 1,000 people. During that period, the number of patients on dialysis has decreased. One hundred and forty nine are now on dialysis versus 161 this past September. In this area there are currently 80 people waiting for a donor kidney. Some of them have been waiting for more than 10 years, according to Bonner-Brown. She encourages people to come to the World Kidney Day event.

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The power of entrepreneurship

City Talk Arjun Singh, City Councillor I’m writing this column in mid February and, today, your city council proclaimed “Chamber of Commerce” week in Kamloops. When I moved back home to Kamloops in 2000, I started a small (very small) business called Full World Internet Coaching. I offered tips and tricks on using the Internet more effectively. I loved the freedom and the ability to create services in our community that did not exist before. I had huge respect for a lot of entrepreneurs that were a lot more

successful than I ever was. I still have huge respect for these people. The ability to generate your own revenue streams, the confidence to take risks and to innovate, the opportunity to create jobs — these are very impressive things. The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce supports businesses in all these efforts. The Chamber offers a huge diversity of services — networking, business support, policy development and more. The board and staff there have worked very hard to build an organization that is nationally recognized for excellence. They have been particularly successful in helping secure businessfriendly changes in government policy. Currently, a Past President of the Kamloops Chamber,

Brant Hasanen, serves as the Chair of the British Columbia Chamber. Brant is an incredible ambassador for Kamloops as he serves as one of the Chief Ambassadors of B.C. business. We also have business associations in Kamloops that are more place based. Downtown, we have the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association. In North Kamloops, we have the North Shore Business Improvement Association. Each of the business improvement associations (BIAs) work hard to advocate for businesses in their area and to create engaging and vibrant business districts. City hall works extensively with the BIAs on issues like road/

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The objective of the bill according to the sponsor is to “pay tribute to all the women who have worked and fought to build and shape the Canada that we know today, to at long last honour their sacrifices and contributions.” He argues that the proposed change would actually return the lyrics closer to the version used in the early 1900s: “True patriot love thou dost in us command.” Those on the other side of the argument say our country’s national anthem represents a legacy passed down

from our predecessors. Further, a study conducted on this vary issue found 65 per cent of Canadians opposed changing the words. This has proven to be a very divisive issue. I am appealing to all readers of The Connector to give me your feedback on my website poll. Please vote either: Yes, our anthem should be changed to be gender neutral; or No, our anthem should not be changed. This will provide me with some guidance on how to vote in the coming months. If you wish to give me your comments in

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What is kidney disease? Kidney disease is the overall name for a number of diseases or disorders that affect the kidneys. There are two forms of kidney disease: acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. The former is usually the result of an infection or a disease that attacks the nephrons. Dialysis might be required for a short time, but the function of the kidneys normally recovers. Kidney disease is considered chronic when the function of the kidneys is decreased for more than three consecutive months. Chronic kidney disease can be connected to a number of other health issues. Early on, kidney disease usually doesn’t show any symptoms,

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Examples of the most common of these wayward molecules are foods such as grain gluten particles and milk casein. It is thought that this hyperpermeability happens when we: do not produce the enzymes necessary to break down the molecules; eat too much too fast, especially when under stress; and/ or, consume foods that are not intended for our bodies to handle. When food particles do not get digested they irritate and inflame the intestinal lining. The damage to the tissue is like stretching or fraying a nylon or net stocking. We deal with suspected leaky gut syndrome in our office with the three R’s: Remove, Replace and Re-establish. All are safe and noninvasive but do require some changes in diet if you have been eating the

but some of the first symptoms can include tiredness, poor appetite and itchy skin. If it’s diagnosed early enough, it might never progress to kidney failure. At the stage of kidney failure, the kidneys are no longer able to filter blood to the level that the body requires. Treatment can include dialysis, organ transplant or nondialysis supportive care. Often referred to as just “dialysis,” there are actually two distinct types: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Hemodialysis, or just hemo, involves having blood taken from the body, passed through a dialyser filled with dialysis fluid, which filters out waste, and then returns the blood to the body. This type of

dialysis is usually done in a hospital or special clinic, but some patients are able to do it at home after some time. Peritoneal dialysis is less common; it is usually done by patients who have some remaining kidney function. It involves filtering the blood inside the body. A catheter is inserted into the abdomen, filling the peritoneal cavity with dialysis fluid. The blood vessels of the peritoneum (abdominal cavity lining) act as a filter for the blood. When finished the fluid is discarded. This second type of dialysis has to be done four to six times every 24 hours. Kidney function can be determined by blood and urine tests.

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When your medications expire Pharmacist Reflections Adam Sawula, pharmacist Many people have asked me, “my medication/supplement is expired, can I still use it?” I am obligated by law to say,“no,” however anyone can make a choice to take a product. A more accurate question is, “my medication is expired, SHOULD I use it?” In this case, the answer is also no. While a medication that

is just past its expiry date usually does not immediately turn bad or become completely useless, there are reasons why you should get rid of all expired medications. Medication expiry dates are a sign that the product in the package is ageing. All medications and supplements are chemicals, and almost all chemicals are broken down slowly through attack by air, water (in the air as humidity), temperature (heat or excessive cold) and sometimes light (even artificial light). As these products break down, they begin to lose potency and will be less

likely to work as they should. The expiry date is only valid if the product is kept at appropriate temperature and humidity levels, which means many products are likely going to be even less potent at their expiry date if they are not stored optimally. For most tablet/capsule medications, storage at room temperature (15-25 C) and a relative humidity of less than 40 to 50 per cent is ideal. I have always told my clients that the bedroom is actually the best place to store medications in the house as the room temperature is usually consistent and the humidity is much

How walking impacted my life by Mary Gretsinger Ten years ago, I was overweight (5’2” and 140 lbs.), anxious and depressed. I wasn’t doing any physical exercise. I felt stuck in every part of my life. I was also addicted to valium for 12 years. I got lots of negative feedback from people and didn’t have a clue what to do about it. Finally I decided to do something about it and emulate my mother who lived in Burnaby and walked up to six hours on her day off. My first job was to have a complete physical checkup to make sure it was safe to start such a walking program. On my first day out, I went about a block and a half. I felt a little bit of light that day. Each day out I felt better. Even today, if I have a particularly difficult day, I step out the door to walk it off. I kept track of my progress. My first 47 months took me to 3,000 km. By July 24, 2011, I reached 4,000 km. By Aug. 31, 2014, I reached 7,801 km. By June 17, 2015, I reached 9,000 km. On Jan. 22, 2016, I reached 10,000 km. For years I lived on my couch and couldn’t think of anything else to do. Today, when I can’t solve a problem, I go for a walk and the answer I

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Probate: Demystified Legal Ease By Kerri D. Priddle A Grant of Probate is a certification issued by the British Columbia Supreme Court. It is often required for proof to financial institutions, financial advisors and the Land Title Office that the Court has certified your Last Will and Testament and that your Executor is authorized to represent your Estate. The process of certification is known as Probate. The government charges a fee, for issuing a Grant of Probate. It is calculated based on the present market value of assets that comprise the gross value of your Estate at the time of your death. Once a Grant of Probate is received, the Executor remains responsible for

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2016 KAMLOOPS FILM FESTIVAL LINE-UP HAIDA GWAII: ON THE EDGE OF THE WORLD Thursday, March 3 7 p.m. Canada Directed by Charles Wilkinson In English Documentary, History 75 minutes MUSTANG Friday, March 4 7 p.m. Turkey, France, Qatar & Germany Directed by Deniz Gamze Ergüven In Turkish with English subtitles Drama 97 minutes Rated PG: violence

REGRESSION Friday, March 4 9 p.m. Canada, Spain Directed by Alejandro Amenábar In English Horror, Mystery, Thriller 106 minutes Rated 14A: frightening scenes; sexual violence A father is accused of a crime he has no memory of committing. SNOWTIME! (3D) Saturday, March 5 1 p.m. Canada Directed by JeanFrançois Pouliot & François Brisson In English

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THE LADY IN THE VAN Saturday, March 5 3 p.m. UK Directed by Nicholas Hytner In English Biography, Comedy, Drama 104 minutes JAMES WHITE Saturday, March 5 7 p.m. USA Directed by Josh Mond In English Drama 85 minutes

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NO MEN BEYOND THIS POINT Sunday, March 6 7 p.m. Canada Directed by Mark Sawers In English Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi 80 minutes

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Estate considerations for RRSP, RRIF and TFSA holders

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One of the best gifts you can leave your spouse and family is an orderly and well thoughtout estate plan. For many Canadians, their Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) and Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can represent a major portion of their estate. Many may not be aware of the proper way to incorporate these saving vehicles into their estate plan. What Happens to Your RRSP or RRIF? If you don’t have a “qualified” beneficiary named, then the value of your plan immediately before your death is included as income in your terminal tax return. A “qualified” beneficiary named in your Will or RRSP/RRIF plan contract, such as your spouse or common-law partner, can receive the funds and then choose to transfer them taxdeferred to their own RRSP or RRIF. Potential Risks and Opportunities Assigning a nonqualified person as

beneficiary, such as a healthy, non-dependent child or other relative, may have unintended consequences. It may harm the other estate heirs because an RRSP/ RRIF passes over at gross value while taxes owed on it are paid out of the estate. For example, giving an adult child your RRSP and another adult child your equivalently valued non-registered investments may result in the latter receiving less after taxes are settled. Problems also arise when all your children are named as equal beneficiaries, but one predeceases you. His or her own family may be left out from any distribution if the plan document is not specific enough. What Happens to Your TFSA? Interestingly, earnings in your TFSA continue to hold a tax-exempt status upon your death. After that date, though, any additional earnings in that year are taxable so it is important to consider how and when TFSA funds should be distributed. As with RRSPs and RRIFs, a surviving spouse or commonlaw partner has special status in most provinces and can be named in a Will or contract as “successor holder” of your TFSA. This makes it possible to transfer all your TFSA funds without affecting the successor’s contribution room. Potential Risks and Opportunities Not declaring your spouse as the successor

holder and naming him or her only as a beneficiary can be a risk. As a mere beneficiary, a spouse can still receive the money tax-free under a special “exempt contribution” rule, but his or her contribution will be limited to the value of the deceased’s TFSA at the time of death. Any excess value will be taxed as income that year. While this would likely not result in a large tax bill today, as TFSAs continue to grow, this could Whether it’s an RRSP, RRIF or TFSA, perhaps the most common unintended error is not updating or reviewing named beneficiaries. After a divorce or end of a relationship, for example, it’s not uncommon for a former spouse or partner to still be named as a beneficiary. Changes in blended families or other relations can also cause complications. As the annual contribution deadline for registered savings plans approaches, now is a great time to meet with your financial advisor to review potential tax or investment opportunities as well as your goals and financial strategy. Edward Jones, its employees and Edward Jones advisors cannot provide tax or legal advice. Please consult your lawyer or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation. Edward Jones, Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund. Member – Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada.

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Victims eligible for compensation When a victim of crime experiences financial loss as a result of an offence, they can seek financial compensation from the offender in the form of “restitution.” Restitution orders are not issued automatically. After an offender is charged, a victim must file a request for restitution (Form 34.1) with Crown Counsel and provide all supporting documentation. When an offender has been found guilty of the crime, the sentencing judge can order restitution. Restitution means the offender must financially compensate the victim for eligible crime-related costs. Restitution can be made as a stand-alone order or can be included as a condition of probation. The court order will indicate the time period allotted to pay restitution, either directly to the victim or through the court clerk. Costs eligible for restitution include lost income as a result of the offence; medical, counselling or other treatment costs not covered by insurance; moving,

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contains memorabilia, some unimportant and some priceless. There is documentation of ancestors as far back as the 17th century, but of keen interest to them all is the modern family history, the father a survivor in a small native boat that flees the Japanese invasion of Singapore in World War Two, the mother a Southern “life of the party” who joins the American Red Cross. One is a stickler for order, the other a freelancer with an independent spirit. The contrast in their characters is everywhere, from the immaculate ledger of every minute expense written in the fine English penmanship of the father, to the sturdy farm table scattered with the mother’s found objects from the lakeshore, as well as her personal treasures, her white plastic earrings, and red sunglasses shaped like smiling lips. The siblings choose

to carefully document the contents of the house. Memories, some sad, many very funny, and others immensely touching, permeate the task of sorting through items. Indeed, it takes over two years for Plum to sift through the archives in this museum, and as her own creativity is stimulated by the experience, she asks herself if perhaps she is meant to remain there. Her sensitivity to the house itself, to the mercurial beauty of the lake, mirroring her moods, and most importantly, to her family, warms the heart. In her search for who her mother was, she finds her own strong core, very much like her mother’s. They Left Us Everything made me wince at times with its honesty, but above

all it is a powerful story with a lyrical style, skillfully written, a real “page turner”. Incidentally, you may be interested to know that the author also plans on “leaving everything” to her children: there will be no neat and aseptic advance “tidy up” for them either! Plum Johnson is the 2015 winner of the RBC Taylor literary award. At 68, she sees herself as an emerging writer, and can’t believe she waited so long to write her book. She is also co-founder of Help’s Here! Magazine for seniors and caregivers, and is an accomplished artist.

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Happy To Sandhill cranes: Help The voices of spring Community Outreach and Support

Story by Trudy Frisk Spring is a subtle process in the dry grasslands of B.C.’s Interior. A week of warmth may be followed by chill snow. Slowly, aspen and willow leaves open into pale green haloes. Under the sagebrush, buttercups and fritillaries hide modestly among last year’s grasses. Tentatively, ducks, robins, meadow-larks, mountain blue birds return to the ponds and ponderosa pines. March and April are months of turbulent winds. One day, from the blustery air comes a clear, lilting musical call. The Sandhill cranes are flying north. Now, it’s truly spring. George Archibald, co-founder of the International Crane Foundation, believes the Sandhill’s voice is the loveliest of all crane calls. As the great flocks soar overhead following the retreating winter northward, they constantly “talk” among themselves. Their continual low, melodious chatter is audible even when, rarely, they fly at night. They are especially vocal when “kettling up,” circling to gain altitude, sometimes up to 200 feet at once, on rising thermals along cliff faces and over hills. Sandhill cranes are, indeed, birds of mystery and wonder. In Wyoming nine-million-year-old

fossils of Sandhill cranes have been found. The fossil birds are identical to the cranes gliding over the B.C. grasslands today. Fossils indicate that Sandhill cranes have inhabited Nebraska for 10 million years. In fact, crane remains have been found in Nebraska Eocene sediments from 55 million years ago. Scientists believe the species has survived, notes Nebraska wildlife photographer Michael Forsberg, because of its highly complex social behaviour, long-term care for its young, innate wariness and social adaptability. Sandhill cranes may live for over 30 years. They have elaborate courtship rituals and most mate for life. Both parents incubate the nest and care for the young. But, there’s much more to crane culture than fidelity and good parenting. Cranes use camouflage. At least, that is how scientists interpret the returning cranes daubing their feathers with wet, decaying marsh vegetation and mud on their flight north. And Sandhill cranes dance! Jumping, bowing, stick-tossing, arching their long necks, they cavort exuberantly. Dancing is often part of courtship and mating rituals, but scientists speculate it may also foster socialization within the group or relieve tension. Myself, I think

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cranes dance for sheer joy. The majority of North American Sandhill cranes migrate from their wintering grounds in Texas and Mexico, up the central flyway, stopping on Nebraska’s famed Platte River, before dispersing to nesting sites across the Canadian, Alaskan and Siberian Arctic. But, the cranes flying over the Thompson and Cariboo grasslands are a different group, the Pacific Flyway Population, numbering approximately 25,000. Long separated, perhaps by glaciers, from their prairie cousins, these cranes winter in the Central Valley of California and nest as far north as the Cook Inlet and Bristol Bay regions of Alaska. We still have much to learn about crane migration. No one knows the social connections that decide the size and membership of a group of traveling cranes, or even all the factors which trigger individual migration times. Nutrition, health and daylight, all play

a part. In early March cranes become restless. From the second week of March through the end of April, in staggered departures, groups as small as 15 and as large as 100 leave their winter quarters along the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers. At the Harney Valley in Oregon, the Pothole Reservoir and Banks Lake in Washington, the large birds halt for days to feed, gathering strength for the long trip ahead. Following the same invisible path as generations before them, they stream across the Canadian border, through the South Okanagan, to Kamloops, over the Cariboo Plateau, past Williams Lake and Prince George. There they turn north west, towards the Coast, out over Smithers, Hazelton and Stewart towards Alaska where the majority will nest. They spend at least five days traveling through B.C. Even the strongest birds must rest. Fortunately for the cranes, B.C.’s grasslands and marshes offer critical See "Creatures" page 19 2015-2016 Season

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The Boss

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a person the right to their opinion, but many people take it a step further. They declare that the art they don’t like or understand is bad art, sometimes expounding on what the world is coming to when art “like this” is in galleries and public spaces, is supposed to inspire and move us, and that we paid good money for. But art has its own body of knowledge, no different than physics or social work. It has theory and rules about what makes it aesthetically pleasing or worthwhile. Sometimes it’s a very pretty picture or sculpture immediately recognizable to the viewer. Sometimes

it’s meat in the shape of a brassiere making a statement about gender, or a room full of tombstones, salt licks, or javex bottle whirly gigs. It might be an abstract sculpture in the town square that resembles nothing real or the wall of a building covered with graffiti. When a person says they don’t like a work of art and that it is bad art, and unworthy of the name art, it is a very grandiose opinion. I am chastising gently, knowing there is a vast body of knowledge that exists from a long history of human creativity. The Kamloops Arts Council sponsors their annual juried show, Art Exposed this month.

This year, when you visit this show, try something new. Instead of closing your mind by forming an opinion right off the bat, suspend your judgment. Instead, look at the artwork from the perspectives of questions like “What do you see in the artwork?” What is the subject matter in the work? Examine pattern, colour, rhythm, repetition, texture, tone, form, shape, line, balance and composition. What was the artist trying to communicate? How does it make you feel? Then you are allowed to judge its strengths, success and the merit of the work. Now you are a mature viewer.

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of that senior’s network as well — the senior’s family or friends who live out of town, desiring some reassurance of how their mother, father or friend is fairing some miles away. Keeping a grassroots model for a senior support agency, even through its growth expansion, in my personal belief would benefit all parties involved. Some recent examples of why seniors may benefit from a grassroots-minded support agency would be: Connecting with loved ones from a distance It’s not only seniors calling and requesting services, but much of the time it’s the daughters, sons or friends who are concerned about their aging loved ones. Often times these same concerned individuals requesting services live hours away in larger centres. Running a “for the people” type of agency, these same concerned loved ones are receiving quality assurance via phone call, email or text. Regardless of the time of day, loved ones are getting insight into how their mother’s/ father’s/friend’s day went. A simple summary, in my belief, gives loved ones great peace of mind when they are struggling

with the realities of caring for an individual some distance away. Flexibility to meet senior’s independent needs As stated priorly, senior support is ever evolving. People may underestimate how many services are available to them. Oftentimes seniors will call upon a support service for cleaning, because that’s the first obvious activity of daily living that falls to the wayside. When seniors become comfortable with their support worker and realize how flexible they are in providing services, the relationship soon evolves. This is a beautiful thing when a support service is not restricted by hierarchical regulations and policy. It becomes truly human centred, meeting the diverse needs of the client. Troubleshooting outside the box Further on the point of flexibility, when we consider troubleshooting for our seniors I can think of two recent examples where a grassroots agency may benefit seniors. A senior needed some support in assisting her to her appointment with the pharmacist and then attending to her while she tried on compression stockings. Because of

her personal reasons in wanting a refresher course in the process of putting on, taking off and wearing her stockings, the seven-minute process was filmed on a smartphone and the video emailed to her later that evening. She can now revisit the pharmacy assistant’s instructions and see the process again with her own eyes whenever she wishes. Lastly I’d like to provide an example of many of our seniors wanting to get rid of their belongings due to downsizing and/or upgrading. This is a great opportunity to pay it back to our seniors and often times we will try to sell seniors old belongings, for example a computer, and offer that senior full remuneration. The process of putting an item up for sale on the Internet may be daunting to a senior but can take a support worker seconds. And the result can be equally beneficial as we the support workers get in return what really drives us — the knowledge that we have done a good deed. Christie Lane- CSW & Owner Happy To HelpCommunity Outreach and Support Support, where and when you need it 250-819-4450 www.facebook.com/ happytohelp84

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Take charge of electricity Home Maintenance Tips Lyle Killough, Homewell Services Co. It is shocking how cavalier people can be around electricity in their homes. When used properly and respected, we get well-known benefits from electricity.

When electricity is treated with a lack of understanding, shocks and fires are a possibility. Fortunately there are a few easy home maintenance things that can be done to help keep your home safer. The number one problem I see when visiting client’s homes are missing or broken plates on light switches and outlets — most often in the basement or garage. When these are missing, there is a real opportunity to get your fingers in along the side

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What to do with Murray’s ashes? Ask Drake Drake Smith, Funeral Director Did you know that there is a secret garden in Kamloops? While it bears little resemblance to the one in Frances Burnett’s novel, it is indeed a garden, it is a well-kept secret, and it could be a perfect final resting place for Murray!

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Many countries have gardens somewhat like this one, and they are a great counterargument to those who think cemeteries are a waste of space. In those gardens, called ossuaries (aw-shoe-air-ees), the person’s body is buried in an individual cemetery plot for a period of time. After several years, the bones are removed from the individual plot and deposited into the communal garden, along with everyone else’s bones. The individual plot is then “re-used.”

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All-inclusive rent starting at $2,270/mo. 109 suites 1 bdrm, 1 bdrm + den; 2 bdrm & 2 bdrm/2 bath with full kitchen Affordable luxury in Pineview Valley. All-inclusive independent living. Three meals per day (chef prepared), weekly housekeeping/linen service, on-site amenities and recreational programs, parking, scheduled shuttle service, emergency monitoring system. Call Allyson today and ask about our promotions. Limited suites available.

q Independent Living 4 Assisted Living q 4 Housekeeping q 4 Transportation q 4 Utilities Included q 4 Planned Activities q 4 Small Pets Allowed q

4 Independent Living q q Assisted Living 4 Housekeeping q 4 Transportation q 4 Utilities Included q 4 Planned Activities q 4 Small Pets Allowed q

Affordable rent Income-based 20 studio units Supportive housing for low-moderate income seniors

SEE AD PAGE 26 A community where health & happiness are truly a way of life, close to shopping, pub, public transit, away from the hustle & bustle of the city of Kamloops, with a theatre, greenhouse for gardening, lounges, dining rooms, tuck shop, secure courtyard & covered patio areas, & exercise room. Or enjoy the scenic, flat outdoor walking trails. Utilities included. Telephone not included.

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Mayfair Manor 755 Mayfair Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 5L7 778.471.7600 Oncore Seniors Society

Costs vary depending on need & choice of unit.174 units consisting of 112 complex care units & 62 assisted living units

(double occupancy only)

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Drake Smith, MSW, is the Owner and Funeral Director of Drake Cremation & Funeral Services. www. DrakeCremation.com. Locations in downtown Kamloops (250-3778225), Clearwater (250-674-3030) and Barriere (250-672-1999), serving since 2005. He’s waiting for YOUR question! Catch him at a Blazers’ game or on the Rivers Trail with his beagle Maggie. Or email: DrakeSmith@ DrakeCremation.com.

The Hamlets at Westsyde 3255 Overlander Drive Kamloops, Bc 250-579-9061

30 - 1 bdrm units $1049/mth 2 - 2 bdrm units $1393/mth

Independent, low income living in a safe and secure 55+ building in Brock. 1 and 2 bdrm apartments with full kitchens in-suite. Shared coin laundry in the building. Dinner daily and housekeeping weekly included in rent. Common facilities for all include: Dining area, common room, sunroom & bus outings. Level parking, sidewalks and easy access. No smoking, no pets.

4 Independent Living q 4 Assisted Living q 4 Housekeeping q 4 Transportation q 4 Utilities Included q 4 Planned Activities q 4 Small Pets Allowed q

The idea of mixing Murray’s ashes with everyone else’s may creep some people out, so the secret garden at Hillside may not be for everyone. But, if you plan to scatter your loved one’s ashes, you may wish to reconsider. Perhaps place at least some into the secret garden so there’s a place to visit in the future. For the price of a few fast food meals, it might be money well spent. Give me a call if you’d like more information.

Located on the river near Brock mall, Mayfair Manor has joined Riverbend Seniors Community to offer a modern & affordable retirement residence for low to moderate income seniors. Independent/supported living is offered including 3 meals daily, weekly housekeeping, cable TV, fitness centre, theatre room, workshop, recreation & bus outings.

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4 Independent Living q 4 Supported Living q 4 Housekeeping q q Transportation 4 Utilities Included q 4 Planned Activities q 4 Small Pets Allowed q

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Darlene Kawa joins The Connector as Advertising Consultant The Connector is pleased to announce that Darlene Kawa has joined our team. She will replace our longtime salesperson, Sharon Brooker upon her well-deserved retirement. Darlene worked for many years at The Kamloops Daily News and is excited to bring her considerable skills to our monthly publication. We will miss Sharon dearly and wish her the best as she embarks

Darlene Kawa on a new chapter. Her dedication has been remarkable. Join us in welcoming Darlene to her new role.

Mayfair - Part of RiverBend Seniors Community 755 Mayfair Street, Kamloops, BC 250-682-4378 www.themayfair.ca

Affordable rental opportunity in seniors community. Flexibility in use and cost of age-in-place support services w/optional meals, cleaning & laundry services. Large suites with 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, in-suite laundry & private patio. Private dining room, fitness centre, workshop, theatre room, community gardens & guest suite for visiting family/friends. Level parking, sidewalks & easy access to shops and services. * Shuttle bus outings.

Monitoring Seniors’ Services report Victoria – The Office of the Seniors Advocate (OSA) released its first Monitoring Seniors’ Services report. The report marks the beginning of what will become a yearly update from the OSA on the status of key seniors’ services in the province, highlighting where seniors’ needs are being met, and where improvements are most needed. “Our goal with this process is to provide the public and policy makers with a single source of data where they can compare year over year

how we are doing in this province in delivering services that are critical to seniors,” said Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie. Among areas that affect seniors positively, the report notes that 96 per cent of seniors report they have a regular GP. Data also highlights that four out of five seniors over the age of 85 have no diagnosis of dementia. “While the risk of dementia clearly increases with age it is very important to get the message out to seniors that they have greater

RiverBend Seniors Community 760 Mayfair St., Kamloops, BC 250-682-4378 info@theriverbend.ca www.theriverbend.ca

1 bdrm + den now available for rent starting at $1,450/mo.

2 bdrm suites now available for rent starting at $2,000/mo.

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4 Independent Living q q Assisted Living 4 Housekeeping q 4 Transportation* q q Utilities Included 4 Planned Activities q 4 Small Pets Allowed q

Cottonwood Manor 730 Cottonwood Avenue Kamloops, BC V2B 8M6 250-376-4777 nkshca@shaw.ca

Affordable rental in pet-friendly 4 storey facility designed for seniors. Only seniors facility in Kamloops providing flexibility in use and cost of age-in-place support options (meals & housekeeping). Large 2 bd (931 sq. ft.) suites with full kitchen and in-suite laundry. Common facilities for all: dining room, media and theatre, exercise room, in-house spa/hair salon. Walking distance to shopping and services with *shuttle bus outings. Easy vehicle/scooter access.

Manor

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4 Independent Living q q Assisted Living q Housekeeping q Transportation q Utilities Included 4 Planned Activities q at Northshore Commuity Centre

q Small Pets Allowed

4 Independent Living q q Assisted Living 4 Housekeeping q 4 Transportation* q q Utilities Included 4 Planned Activities q 4 Small Pets Allowed q

Riverbend Manor 760 Mayfair Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 0E5 250-376-6536 karen@ocservices.ca

Affordable rent Income-based 66 units (60 studio & 6-1 bdrm units) Supportive housing for low-moderate income seniors

Life Lease 120 Units 1 & 2 bdrm suites 19 SAFER program suites 5 rental suites

Safe and secure, affordable independent living in the heart of the North Shore. Access to events and activities at the North Shore Community Centre (located in the same building). Beautifully landscaped with award-winning gardens. Underground parking. Within walking distance to all amenities, including McArthur Island and Northills Mall.

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Located on the river near Brock Mall, RiverBend Manor is a modern & affordable retirement residence for low to moderate income seniors. Independent/supported living is offered including 3 meals daily, weekly housekeeping, cable TV, fitness centre, theatre room, recreation and bus outings.

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likelihood of living a full life without developing dementia,” stated Mackenzie. The report also outlines a number of areas of concern, most notably the number of incidents of resident on resident aggression in residential care facilities. “While we have to remember this is still a small number when you consider there are more than 27,000 individuals in residential care at any given time in this province, the numbers are still substantial enough to warrant our office taking a closer look at this issue,” said Mackenzie. The 60-page Monitoring Seniors’ Services report focuses on 2014/15 data highlighting key services in the Advocate’s legislated seniors’ services which include

transportation, health care, housing, income support and personal care. In addition to a systemic review of resident on resident aggression, the Office of the Seniors Advocate will be conducting reviews of home support, supplemental benefits for seniors, transportation, residential care and hospital discharge experiences in 2016. Additional services monitored by the Advocate will be added as data becomes available. The Office of the Seniors Advocate is an independent office of the provincial government with a mandate of monitoring seniors’ services, issuing public reports focusing on systemic issues and providing information and referral to seniors and their families.

Creatures of habit Continued from page 15 stop-over points. Here, on the large ranches and Crown Land reserves, they can set down and relax, undisturbed, to gather strength for the next leg of migration. At such times food may be less essential to them than quiet spots to regroup and replenish energy. Birds of habit, the cranes use the same rest stops each migration. Disturbance and the stress of having to seek new rest sites, if any exist, might have a serious impact on their ability to finish the migration. The majority proceed, to nest and breed in solitary locations in Alaska. In September they gather along the Coast, to feed and plan the return journey. Not all leave at once. Again nutritional readiness, times of nesting and hatching, length of daylight, all seem to affect departure times. Young birds fly south with their parents and the family winters together. But, next spring the young will migrate on their own. One guided trip over the route is all they need. The autumn trip is shorter than that in

spring because cranes aren’t waiting for ice and snow to melt. In mid-September their bugling call warns of winter’s approach. Sandhill crane voices signal the beginning and end of summer on the grasslands. On April 13, 2003, a friend and I counted 1,500 cranes flying over Kamloops Lake. In early evening that same day Rick Howie, wildlife biologist, counted 750 Sandhills resting in a field in the Nicola Valley south of here. There must have been others we both missed. But, 2,250 sandhill cranes were observed making one of the oldest natural pilgrimages in North America. Why, I asked Rick, are cranes important? He thought for a minute. They are a sign that things are well in the world. Lots of cranes are an indicator that the big cycles are stable. Cranes are messengers from the North and South, an important reminder that we are just part of a connected system. Listen for their call.

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Barriere & District Seniors Society MARCH 2016 Calendar of Events - The SUNDAY

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15 16 17 Whole Health Adult Support Whole Health Footcare 9:30 am to 1 pm Footcare Carpet Bowling Fun Cards Carpet Bowling 9:30 am 1:30 pm 9:30 am

21 Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Whist 7 pm

22 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am

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1 Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm

14 Bridge

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Genealogy Workshop 1 - 4 pm 13 Genealogy Workshop 1 - 4 pm 20

Genealogy Workshop 1 - 4 pm 27

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Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm 14

Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm 21

Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm

WEDNESDAY

2 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm 8

9 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm 15

16 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm 22

23 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm

28 29 30 EASTER Billiards 9 am MONDAY Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am Bingo 1 pm 10 am Bridge 7 pm Whist 7:30 pm

11 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Crib 1-3 pm

14 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Al-Anon 7pm Bowling 7pm

16 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am LFFD 7 pm Bowling 7 pm

18 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Crib 1-3 pm

21 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Al-Anon 7pm Bowling 7pm

23 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am LFFD 7 pm Bowling 7 pm

25 GOOD FRIDAY Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Crib 1-3 pm

28 EASTER MONDAY Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Al-Anon 7pm Bowling 7pm

30 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am LFFD 7 pm Bowling 7 pm

Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm

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MONDAY

Bingo

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Carpet Bowling3 4 9 am Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm

10 11 Carpet Bowling 9 am Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm

17 Carpet Bowling

9 am Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm

24 25 Carpet Bowling 9 am GOOD FRIDAY Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm

Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch!

Activity Centre

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Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm

Seniors Fifth Avenue

Phone: 250-837-9456 www.revelstokeseniors.ca FRIDAY

22 Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch!

EASTER MONDAY EASTER SUNDAY

15 Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch!

Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm

Bingo

8 Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch! General Meeting 2:30 pm

Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm

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31 Carpet Bowling 9 am Coffee Drop In 9:30 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm

7 Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm

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N.B: In order to provide the same good quality meals, we have increased our birthday and lunch prices by $1.00 6 Duplicate Bridge 1 pm

TUESDAY

Pancake Breakfast 13 8 am-11:30 am Duplicate Bridge 1 pm Jammers Dance 7pm

Table Tennis 8:30 am Ukelele Lessons 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Crib 1:30 pm Social Bridge 7 pm Table Tennis 8:30 14 am Ukelele Lessons 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Crib 1:30 pm Line Dancing 1:30 pm Social Bridge 7 pm

20 Table Tennis 8:30 21 am Duplicate Bridge 1 pm

Ukelele Lessons 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Crib 1:30 pm Line Dancing 1:30 pm Social Bridge 7 pm

27 Kitchen & Office Closed 28

EASTER SUNDAY Kitchen & Office Closed Duplicate Bridge 1 pm

Table Tennis 8:30 am Ukelele Lessons 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Crib 1:30 pm Line Dancing 1:30 pm Social Bridge 7 pm

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

CLEARWATER ELK’S PANCAKE BREAKFASTS every Saturday!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Lakeview Centre Squilax/Anglemont

Drop-in Centre Open: Mon-Fri 1–4 PM Hostess on duty Tues, Wed, & Thurs 1-4 pm

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4 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Crib 1-3 pm

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Hospice Meeting 5pm - 9pm

Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch!

Visit our website:

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General Meeting & Pot Luck 1pm

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7 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Al-Anon 7pm Bowling 7pm

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11 Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm

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Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm

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Lakeview Community Centre Society

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9 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am LFFD 7 pm Bowling 7 pm

EASTER SUNDAY

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WEDNESDAY

Whole Health Footcare

22 Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm

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8 Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm

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PO Box 140

2 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am LFFD 7 pm Bowling 7 pm

Farmers’ Market 10 am to 1 pm

Muriel Scallon, President

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Ashcroft, B.C. 250-453-9828

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29 30 31 EASTER 28 Adult Support MONDAY Carpet Bowling 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling Adult Support 9:30 am Fun Cards 9:30 am 9:30 am to 1 pm 1:30 pm Whist 7 pm

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23 24 25 26 Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling GOOD FRIDAY Farmers’ Market Fun Cards 9:30 am 10 am to 1 pm 1:30 pm

Ashcroft-Cache Creek Senior Society SUNDAY

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7 8 9 10 Adult Support Adult Support Bowling 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet 9:30 am Fun Cards 9:30 am Whist 7 pm 1:30 pm

Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Whist 7 pm

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Breakfast 8 am to 10 am

Box 791 Barriere V0E 1E0

2 Carpet Bowling3 Adult Support 9:30 am 9:30 am to 1 pm Annual General Fun Cards Meeting 1:30 pm 3 pm

Carpet Bowling 9:30 am

Little Fort Community Centre

4431 Barriere Town Road

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Yoga 9-10 am Line Dancing 10:30 am A/E Chorus Practice 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm

Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm

Yoga 9-10 am Line Dancing 10:30 am A/E Chorus Practice 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm

FRIDAY

10 Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm

Yoga 9-10 am16 Carpet Bowling17 Line Dancing 10 am - noon 10:30 am Table Tennis A/E Chorus Practice 1-3 pm 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm Prayer/Bible Study Gardening Club 7 pm Group 7 pm

Yoga 9-10 am Line Dancing 10:30 am A/E Chorus Practice 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm

WEDNESDAY

12 Breakfast

Yoga 9-10 am

GOOD FRIDAY Yoga 9-10 am

31 Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 9-4 RAINBOW CAFE OPENS 11:30 - 1:00

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Yoga 9-10 am

24 Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm

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Yoga 9-10 am Musical Concert featuring James Bryan 7 pm $10 at the door Refreshments for Purchase

170 – 5th Ave. SE

Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 4P2 Phone 250-832-1065

Facebook: 5th Avenue Seniors Activity Centre THURSDAY

1 Table Tennis 8:30 am 2

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am ST. PATRICK’S DAY 15 Table Tennis 8:30 16 17

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Sing-a-long 9:45 am Weightwatchers 8:30 am Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Whist 10 am Scrabble 9:30 am Couples’ Dancing 2:30 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm Ladies Pool 12 pm Birthday Lunch Table Tennis 2pm Chess 6:00pm Darts 1 pm 12 noon Crib 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30pm Bridge 1 pm Scrabble 7 pm

8 Table Tennis 8:30 am9

Weightwatchers 8:30 am Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Scrabble 9:30 am Couples’ Dancing 2:30 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm Sing-a-long 9:45 am Ladies Pool 12 pm Whist 10 am Table Tennis 2pm Chess 6:00pm Darts 1 pm Bridge 1 pm Crib 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30pm

Scrabble 7 pm

Weightwatchers 8:30 am Sing-a-long 9:45 am Canasta 10 am Scrabble 9:30 am Whist 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Ladies Pool 12 pm Couples’ Dancing 2:30 pm Bridge 1 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm Chess 6:00pm Darts 1 pm Talent Show 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm Table Tennis 2pm

Scrabble 7 pm

22 Table Tennis 8:30 23 am

Crib 7 pm

Weightwatchers 8:30 am Kitchen & Office Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Scrabble 9:30 am Closed Social Bridge 1:30 pm Ladies Pool 12 pm Couples Dance 2:30 pm Sing-a-long 9:45 am Table Tennis 2pm Chess 6:00 pm Darts 1 pm Whist 10 am Crib 7 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm

Bridge 1 pm

Scrabble 7 pm

29 Table Tennis 8:3030 am

Weightwatchers 8:30 am Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Scrabble 9:30 am Couples Dance 2:30 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm Ladies Pool 12 pm Table Tennis 2pm Chess 6:00 pm Darts 1 pm Crib 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm

Scrabble 7 pm

For Rent - 280 Seat Auditorium

Weddings, Anniversaries, Celebration Of Life, Meetings, Fundraising Events A Stage For Concerts & Dances, Kitchen Facilities

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Coquitlam welcomes Zone 8 55+ folk By Linda Haas

The 55+ BC Games take place Sept. 20-24, a bit later than usual, but with more opportunity to practice and anticipate the excitement shared by 11 other zones. In some sport/ recreation activities, only a certain number of individuals or teams may take part at the Games. Therefore, a zone playoff is held if interested persons/teams exceed the Games limit.

To find out if the event you are interested in requires a playoff, contact the sport event coordinator on the Zone 8 website accessed through www.55plusbcgames or contact Heather Sinclair at heather55plus@gmail. com or 250-682-4121. You may try out for more than one, but you may only enter one sport or recreational activity at the Games. Playoffs normally occur in April,

Chase Seniors Centre MARCH 2016 Calendar of Events - The SUNDAY

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EASTER SUNDAY

FRIDAY

21 Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm

22 23 24 25 Wood Carving Silver Belles Exercise 9 am 9 am GOOD FRIDAY & Beaus Snooker 1 pm Carpet Bowling Exercise 9 am 10:30 am Canasta 1 pm 10 am Bingo 1 pm

EASTER 28 MONDAY Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm

29 30 31 Thursday 10 am Carpet Bowling: Wood Carving New members welcome, lessons provided. Silver Belles Exercise 9 am 9 am & Beaus Friday 1 pm Crib: Come early please. Snooker 1 pm Carpet Bowling 10:30 am Next Monthly Dinner Canasta 1 pm 10 am Bingo 1 pm April 15

8 Silver Belles & Beaus 10:30 am Bingo 1 pm

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Board & Card Games 1:30 Seniors’ Drop-In Centre

WGCSS Mtg 2 10 am Seniors’ Drop-in Centre Crib 1pm Legion

7 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm

14 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm

3rd Sunday Social 12:30 Wells Gray Inn

EASTER 27 SUNDAY M&M Lunch 1 pm Wells Gray Inn Hymn Sing 7:30 - 8:30 pm

8 Seniors’ Lunch 10:30 Elks Hall

Bunco 1:30 Seniors’ Drop-in Centre

Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm

EASTER MONDAY

Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm

Crib 1pm Legion Bingo 5 pm Elks Hall

Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm Writer’s Circle 2 pm Library

5 Dinner 5 pm Legion

19 Dinner & Music 5 pm Legion

GOOD FRIDAY Hike: Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am

Bar Open 12pm-7pm

Bar Open 2pm-7pm

General Meeting 12 noon Bar opens after GM Meat Draw 2:30 pm

15 Bar Open 2pm-7pm

21 Bar Open 2pm-7pm

22 Bar Open 2pm-7pm

28 Bar Open 2pm-7pm

Meat Draw 2:30 pm

29 Bar Open 2pm-7pm

MONDAY

Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Dart League 7 PM

The TRU Community Law Clinic is now open at the Brock Activity Centre. Please call 778-471-8490 for dates and times. 6

Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door

13 Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door

Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door

7 Footcare 9 am Chair Fitness 10am Euchre 1:30 pm 14

Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Crib 7pm Darts League 7:30pm

16 Executive Meeting 17

4:30 pm Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Crib 7pm Darts League 7:30pm

Bar Open Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Crib 7pm Dart League 7 PM Darts League 7:30pm

425 Lansdowne St.

Kamloops, B.C. V2C 1Y2 Office: 250-374-1742

FRIDAY 3

Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Dart League 7 PM

SATURDAY 4

Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Dance Midnite Dancer $10pp

Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Dance Gord West $10pp

Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Dance Strange Brew $10pp

25 GOOD FRIDAY LEGION CLOSED

Bar Open 12pm-7pm Meat Draw 2:30 pm

Bar Open 12pm-7pm Meat Draw 2:30 pm Bar Open 12pm-7pm

Meat Draw 2:30 pm

Bar Open 12pm-7pm Meat Draw 2:30 pm

Bar Open Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Crib 7pm Dart League 7 PM Darts League 7:30pm

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Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Dart League 7 PM

Bar Open 2pm-7pm

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Hike: Meet 11 @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am Coffee House 7 pm Blackpool Hall

Hike: Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am

Bar Open 12pm-7pm

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Bar Open 2pm-7pm

SUNDAY

4 Hike: Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Bingo 10 am

TUESDAY

Office Hours: 1 pm to - 4 pm Monday - Friday

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Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm

30 Crib 1pm Legion

FRIDAY

Bar Open 12pm-7pm

Meat Draw 2:30 pm

Phone: 250-674-8185

Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm

Crib 1pm Legion Music & Refreshments 1 pm

(unless otherwise noted)

THURSDAY

MONDAY

OFFICE HOURS: 1 PM - 4 PM • MON-FRI PHONE: 250-374-1742 FAX: 250-374-1708 Secretary@kamloopslegion.com

Meat Draw 2:30 pm

Evergreen Acres

TUESDAY 1

Hymn Sing 7:30 - 8:30 pm

SUNDAY

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9 10 Exercise 9 am 11 Exercise 9 am Wood Carving Mini Crib Snooker 1 pm 9 am 10:30 Sign Up Canasta 1 pm Carpet Bowling Start 11 am Jam Session 7 pm 10 am Crib 1 pm 15 16 17 18 Wood Carving Silver Belles Exercise 9 am 9 am Exercise 9 am & Beaus Snooker 1 pm Carpet Bowling Crib 1 pm 10:30 am Canasta 1 pm 10 am Bingo 1 pm

7 Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm

Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm

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xplornet.com. Besides lunch, there will be a shared pot draw, bucket auction, and a candy guess. It’s a fun event that promotes social interaction while supporting Zone 8 seniors. The next meeting is March 17, 10 a.m., at the Chief Louis Centre, Tk’emlups Indian Band, on Shuswap Road. Everyone is welcome. Keep active, be healthy: Join us and have fun too!

contact for ice hockey, is russreid1000@ icloud.com. Area rep for Little Fort, Sharon March’s email, the area representative for tote. march@gmail.com. To help keep us operationally afloat, we invite folks of all ages to our fundraising lunch on April 21. Tickets cost $12 and will be available at the March 17 meeting, from members, or contact Linda at 250679-3557 or lindahaas@

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2 3 4 Exercise 9 am Wood Carving Snooker 1 pm 9 am Exercise 9 am Canasta 1 pm Carpet Bowling Crib 1 pm Jam Session 7 pm 10 am

Additional Information: Thursday 9 am Wood Carving: Call Dave at 250-679-8110 FMI Lessons given, gals welcome. 6

Chase Creekside Seniors

Open 8:30 to 11:30 am, 1:00 to 4:30 pm

WEDNESDAY

1 Silver Belles & Beaus 10:30 am Bingo 1 pm

If no playoff is required or if you qualify for the Games during a playoff, the participant fee is $50 and must be paid to Zone 8 by July 8. Zone 8 will pay sport fees from a B.C. Government lottery grant, gratefully received for 2016. There are some important contact changes: Maureen Hickey’s phone number, the contact for cribbage, is 250-554-2422. Russ Reid’s email, the

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but may happen in March or May. Even if you have not qualified yet for an event, we urge you to book your accommodation early. You can always cancel later. You must be a member of the BC Seniors Games Society in order to take part in playoffs and/ or the Games. Annual membership is $20, and there is a $5 registration fee for anyone entering or trying out.

WEDNESDAY

9A - 1800 Tranquille Road

Kamloops, B.C. V2B 3L9 info@csikamloops.ca • 778-470-6000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 4 pm

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11 Potluck Lunch 12 noon Canasta 1 pm Brock Theatre 7:30 pm

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15 16 17 18 19 Footcare 9 am Stitchers Club Wood Carving Cribbage 1 pm Cancer 10 am Lunch 11:30-1pm Prostate 10 am Support Group Whist 1 pm Canasta 1 pm Whist 1 pm 10 am Bridge 1 pm BINGO 6 pm

21 Chair Fitness 10am Euchre 1:30 pm

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Parents camp overnight for French immersion

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Hoping to procure a spot for their children in the French immersion program at Lloyd George Elementary School, over 30 people lined up overnight. By Jim Elliot Over 30 family members of children trying to enter the French immersion program at Lloyd George Elementary lined up overnight to secure one of a limited number of kindergarten and first grade spots. Parents with older children already enrolled at the schools were given priority registration, taking up many of the available class spaces. The line began forming at approximately 1 p.m. on Feb. 14 and grew quickly due to communication between parents and posts on social media. Lloyd George’s principal arrived at 6 a.m. to give each person in line their registration order number. Pat Hennelly was amongst the first in line, arriving mid-afternoon on Sunday, Feb. 14 and said that he had no problem registering his child for class.

“We’re getting the PAC set up already, we have a list of demands ready to go, that you don’t have to stand in line overnight being number one,” Hennelly said. Hennelly said that he still preferred standing in line to the lottery system employed by other school districts. Joelle Maltais, who had been standing in line for her younger sister since 11 p.m., was near the back of the line and was placed on the waiting list. “They made the two schools exclusively French with no English program. So the people in the downtown area just put their kids in French because it keeps them going to their local school,” Maltais said. Maltais said that students who couldn’t get into Lloyd George might be able to get into French Immersion at South Sahali Elementary.

Kamloops Retired Teachers Submitted by Evelyn Baziuk The first luncheon meeting of 2016 was held at the NSCC on Friday, Jan.29. Moon Wok catered lunch. There was a very interesting and informative presentation by Kent Wong and his wife on the celebration, customs and food for the Chinese New Year. We had some new members join us and we were very pleased to have favourable reports on the recovery of members who have been recently hospitalized. Our next meeting will be held at the NSCC on Feb.16. There will be no meeting in March due to the late Easter weekend. A meeting on April 8 will include a silent auction — always an enjoyable time.

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Overlander Women’s Institute Activities Submitted by Sara Williams Recently, Overlander WI completed donations for 2016 recipients. I mentioned some of the charities in the January column; this is the full list: RIH Foundation, B.C. Children’s Hospital, Salvation Army, Basics For Baby (Kamloops Food Bank), Provincial Winter Fair (lamb class), Kamloops Y Women’s Shelter and Sensational Soup Kitchen. Thanks to those who support our bake sales, making these donations possible. On Feb. 20, a tea was hosted by Nicola Valley

WI from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., in Merritt, at the Senior Hall. Over a dozen Overlander women attended. Two events occur in March. On March 4, we bake our favourite cookies recipes for the Salvation Army/Meals On Wheels. Education relating to “citizenship and legislation” takes place on March 18. These sessions are always informative as was the one on “Gentle Circuits” in February. Are Women Institutes still relevant? Around the province BCWI continues to grow in

Farmer Joe and his Mule Farmer Joe decided his injuries from his recent accident were serious enough to take the trucking company responsible for the accident to court. In court, the trucking company’s lawyer was questioning farmer Joe. “Didn’t you say, at the scene of the accident, that you were fine?” ‘’Well, I’ll tell you what happened. I had just loaded my favorite mule Bessie into the--” ‘’I didn’t ask for any details,’’ the lawyer interrupted. ‘’Just answer the question. Did you not say, at the scene of the accident, that you were fine?” ‘’Judge, I am trying to establish the fact that, at the scene of the accident, this man told the officer on the scene that he was fine. Now several weeks after the accident he is trying to sue my client. Please tell him to simply answer the question.’’ By this time the Judge was curious to hear Farmer

Joe’s answer and told the lawyer so. ‘’Well,” said the farmer, “I had just loaded Bessie, my favorite mule, into the trailer and was driving her down the highway when this huge semi-truck and trailer ran the stop sign and broadsided me. I was thrown into one ditch and Bessie was thrown into the other. I was hurting real bad and didn’t want to move. However, I could hear ol’ Bessie moaning and groaning. I knew she was in terrible shape just by her groans. Shortly after the accident a police officer came on the scene. He could hear Bessie moaning and groaning so he went over to her. After he looked at her he took out his gun and shot her between the eyes. Then the cop came across the road with his gun in his hand and looked at me. He said, ‘Your mule was in such bad shape I had to shoot her. How are you feeling?’”

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On the inside looking out Spiritual Thought Rev. David Schumacher The last petition of the Lord’s Prayer reads: “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” Last month I talked about temptation on the outside looking in. But, temptation is also on the inside looking out.

We’ve all got a weak spot or spots. I’m more like a Dalmatian. Well, in every one of us there are weak spots where temptation rears its ugly head. We all have flaws. That’s what makes us all too human. We all have weaknesses and frailties, which will inevitably lead us down the road to ruin. We all have ugly, horrible passions that linger just underneath the surface — just underneath are ever-

ready smile — passions that threaten to snap the leash at a moment’s notice. What you need to do is some honest house cleaning and figure out what it is that makes you snap. Can you do that? Can you look deep within your heart and draw up a fearless inventory of your — let’s call it what it is — Sin? Pray about it. Ask Jesus to help you be honest about yourself. Ask Him to help you

come to terms with your darkest secrets, and then ask Him to give you the courage to confess them to Him, so that you can in return receive His healing, refreshing, lifeaffirming forgiveness! And, that’s just the point, isn’t it! When it comes to standing strong against Satan and his temptations, you can rely on Jesus. Jesus is not a fictional character in a book. He is the living presence of God in your life.

A piano romance Thompson Valley Orchestra (TVO) brings the joy of orchestral and piano performance to their audiences with their next concert, “Beethoven, Grieg and More,” which takes place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 5 at Calvary Community Church. Special Guest performer, 26-year-old Clinton Giovanni Denoni, a very talented concert pianist, will be there. This will mark a five-year anniversary since Clinton first played with the orchestra in 2011. Clinton has had an on-going romance with the piano since the age of four when he started his first piano lessons

with his mother. Since then he has gone on to prestigious studies with several renowned B.C. teachers before attending the University of Victoria, and then, the Cleveland Institute of Music where he received his masters of music in piano performance. Clinton has performed with orchestras and as a soloist throughout B.C. TVO will also perform music by Mozart, Wagner, Strauss, and Verdi. Tickets are sold at the door — adults $15, children $5. and families are $35. For more information visit our website: www.thompsonvalleyorchestra.ca

Therefore, you need to fix your eyes and your life on Him so that your life is fit for Him to fix. The author of Hebrews puts it like this: Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. How? By fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith

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The Kamloops Heritage Society and the Friends of St. Andrews on the Square are looking to add to our supporters. Your membership helps the Kamloops Heritage Society keep the doors of our beautiful building open and preserve a valuable piece of Kamloops’ history. St. Andrews on the Square is the oldest remaining public building in Kamloops and dates back to 1887. This beautiful heritage site was restored to its grandeur in 1998. St. Andrews on the Square is owned by the City of Kamloops while operated and managed by the Kamloops Heritage Society. We welcome you to join us in our efforts at “preserving our past for the future.” Please visit our website at www. standrewssquare.com.

The Kamloops Garden Club is having its monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 2 at 7 p.m. in the upper level of Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. (Riverside Park). As usual, there will be an interesting and informative guest speaker to entertain us. New members are always welcome.

The Kamloops Garden Club is having its monthly meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m., in the upper level of Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. As usual, there will be an interesting and informative guest speaker to entertain us. New members are always welcome.

Kamloops Tai Chi Club practices Yang-style short form Tai Chi, Sword form and Qigong. Join our nonprofit group every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. For more information contact Dave at 250-372-0717 or Claudette at 250-851-0944. Please visit our website at www.kamloopstaichiclub. com.

Bridge players wanted at Desert Gardens. Join us on Tuesdays, 1 p.m. All levels welcome. For more information please call Katie at 250-682-0906 or Marty at 250-828-2595.

The British Columbia Government Retired Employees Association meets every third Friday of the month (with the exception of July, August and December) at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. For further information please phone 250-376-3119 or 250-372-2743.

The world famous Kamloops Rube Band practices every Monday evening (except holidays) at the Kamloops Yacht Club, 1140 River St. News members with playing experience are welcome to drop in and join us, having fun with music. For further information please contact Dick Parkes at 250-573-5740 or rparkes@telus.net.

Learn to play the Ukulele. We are now offering a series of six lessons for beginners, a one time charge of $10. You are also invited to stay and enjoy our regular Tuesday practice and sing along. For more information visit our website at www. ukuleleorchestraofkamloops.com or call Dorene at 250-376-5502.

Kamloops Cango Grannies are looking for new members. We are a group of women who have fun while fundraising to help African grandmothers raise their AIDS-orphaned grandchildren. We support the Stephen Lewis Foundation, which works in Africa with the grandmothers. Our monthly meetings are held on the third Monday of each month. Contact Ann at 250-374-0114.

The Council of Canadians meets at 5.30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at the Smorgasbord Deli, 225 - 7th Ave. Please join us. Call Anita or Dalton at 250-377-0055 or 250-3770055 for more information. You can also visit www. kamloopscanadians.ca.

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invite you to find out for yourselves. Bowling takes place six days a week from March to September. Come as an individual or a group. The first three sessions are free. For more information contact Roy Simmons at 250-374-2135 or visit www. kamloopsriversidelawnbowlingclub.com. The Kamloops Naturalist Club meets on the third Thursday of each month, September through June at 7 p.m., Heritage House, Riverside Park. Guests are welcome. We are dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the natural world. Please call 250-554-1285. Kamloops’ original Coffee House. From town, take the Trans Canada Hwy. east to the Dallas Petrocan. Follow Dallas Dr. to Barnhartvale Rd. and keep going for seven km. Barnhartvale Hall is on the left. Thank you for supporting local live music! The next open mic will be Saturday, March 19, with feature act: Shawna Caspi (from Toronto, Ontario). Doors open at 7 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5. For more information contact Chrisy at 250-573-0025 or visit www. barnhartvalecoffeehouse.com. Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you, 755 Tranquille Rd. Saturday and Sunday: Meat draws from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday: Pull Tab draws from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: Horse races from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Ping Pong / Table Tennis: experience the wonderful enjoyment of the game — all ages and beginners are welcome. Make new friends, have fun and be fit. Experts say it is also good for your brain. We play on Tuesday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday 12 :30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Desert Garden Community Centre, 540 Seymour St. For more information call 250-3723965. The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH meet the first Monday of the month (except July and August) at 1:30 p.m. at the Calvary Temple. Everyone is welcome. Come join us and find out what we are all about or call the office at 250-314-2331. Cribbage every Tuesday evening at Mt Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St., North Shore. Doors open at 6 p.m. for coffee and social. Games begin at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Kamloops Photo Arts Club meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays (September to June) for learning and sharing. Meetings are held at the Henry Grube Education Centre, 245 Kitchener Cres., Rm. 1B. Phone: 250-372-1778 or our website is www. kamloopsphotoarts.ca for more information. Overlander Women’s Institute meets the first and third Friday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon on the North Shore. For women to meet other women, to become informed, involved and to enjoy an abundance humor. For more information call Cathy at 250-376-9810 The Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place on the fourth Thursday of each month (September to May) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Heritage House in Riverside Park. All are welcome. For more info call Catherine at 250-579-9108.

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McArthur Park Lawn Bowlers on McArthur Island meet Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 7 p.m., with an arrival at 6:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Free parking, free instruction and free use of bowls for first years. Requirements are flat soled shoes (no heels or cleats) plus enthusiasm. For more information or to make arrangements for instruction, call 250-376-0917 (Kay) or 250-319-3255 (Ron). Kamloops Floor Curlers meet Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Heritage House, top floor, Riverside Park. New members always welcome. Free parking for members. No special equipment needed. New teams are drawn each day. There are two games and coffee each day. The group runs all year. Call Kay at 250-376-0917, Kay at 250-828-0819 or Liz at 250-372-5493. Kamloops Celiac Chapter meetings take place the second Tuesday of each month (Jan. to Nov.) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., above Living Kitchens at 1361 McGill Rd. (side entrance). All are welcome. For more information call 250-314-1404. Do you enjoy singing in harmony and a great variety of songs? Kamloops Happy Choristers invites new members who are 55 and over for a social atmosphere and a chance to sing for senior residences and public concerts. We meet every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Heritage House. For more information call Sharon at 250-579-9505. Alzheimer Caregiver and Early Support Stage groups meet the second Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society Resource Centre, 405, 235 – 1st Ave. For more information please contact Tara Hildebrand, support and education coordinator Alzheimer Society of B.C. at 250-377-8200. St. Paul’s Thrift Shop, 360 Nicola Street is open Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 pm. Wheelchair accessible from back lane entrance. Great bargains every week. Kamloops Elks Lodge #44 meets at 7:30 p.m. every second Thursday of each month at 784-B Victoria St. We have served the community since 1920. You are invited to come and meet the members. New members are welcome. The hall is also available for gatherings, meetings, etc. For any inquiries please call 250-372-2737 or 250-573-4632. Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop has moved across the road to 387- 4th Ave, 250-3723448. Our hours there are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday. We have excellent merchandise and prices and welcome new customers. Kamloops and District Diabetes can be reached by calling toll free 1-888-628-9494, which will connect you with the regional office in Kelowna. There are two support groups in Kamloops. Community speakers are always welcome. The Kamloops Heritage Model Railroad Club meets on the first Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Come and investigate a great hobby. Call 250-5543233 for more information.

Kamloops Antiques, Collectibles and Heritage Club meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to June at Heritage House on Lorne St. (Riverside Park). Guests and new members welcome. All meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information call Bernice at 250-372-0468 or 250-377-8364 and ask for Joyce

North Kamloops Royal Purple: We are a funloving, dynamic and dedicated group of volunteers helping children and our community. Meetings are on the first and third Tuesdays in the afternoon. New members are welcome. Contact Eleanor Vernon at 250-374-2806 or Merrilyn Pennanen at 250-3744941.

Kamloops Stamp Club meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mt. Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum. Contact 250-314-1021.

Aberdeen Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at noon. Meetings are held at Cece’s Kitchen, 1835 Rogers Pl.. New members welcome. Call 250-828-1765.

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North Kamloops Elks Lodge #469, #102-1121 12th St., 250-376-2924 (leave message). We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 7.30 p.m. New members are welcome. Crib tournaments every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group, a support group for people who’ve suffered a stroke and their caregivers, meet the second, third and fourth Thursdays of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The group also offers a speech

software program to help those with speech recovery. To confirm dates of meetings, location and other information, call Shona at 250-320-1348. Kamloops Prostate Cancer Support Group meet at 10 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at The Seniors Activity Centre, 9A-1800 Tranquille Rd. Phone 250-376-4011 or email larube_kam@shaw.ca. The Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer Connection a source for cancer information

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can be accessed at 1-888939-3333. Are you serious about writing? Network with people who are supportive, informative and interested in publishing. Why not check out Kamloops’ own Interior Authors’ Group, which meets the second Thursday of each month (except July and August) at 6:30 p.m. at Chartwell Ridgepointe (Pineview), 1789 Primrose crt. Call Elma, 250-3741750, or go to www. interiorauthorsgroup.ca.

M&M Social Time for Ladies in Clearwater meets the last Sunday of the month at the Wells Gray Inn at 1 p.m. Call 250-587-6503. Tuesday afternoon cribbage takes place at 1:30 p.m. at McArthur Park Lawn Bowling clubhouse, next to Norbrock Stadium. Come for crib, coffee and goodcompany. Free parking. Call 250-579-0228, 250579-8259 or 250-3760917. Kiwanis Club of Kamloops welcomes new members every Tuesday at noon to Desert Gardens. Call 250-374-2316 for more information. Enjoy walking? Join the Hearts in Motion Walking Club every Tuesday and Thursday at the food court in Aberdeen Mall at 8:30 a.m. Yearly cost is $10. All money raised goes to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Everyone is welcome. Call Sharon at 250-374-0688.

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Lehmber Mahal of NuLeaf Produce presents January’s draw winner Lenard Segnitz of Kamloops with the $40 NuLeaf gift certificate. Find the entry form in this edition of The Connector and visit NuLeaf and drop it off for your chance to win the March draw.

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Kamloops Ostomy Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (except July and August). This is a group for ostomates and their support persons. Enhance your quality of life through interaction with others who live with an ostomy. FMI call 250819-0945. Chronic Pain Association of Kamloops meets the last Wednesday of each month at noon

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at People In Motion, 182B Tranquille Rd., for resources, support and fellowship. Parking in back. Call Ashley at 778257-1986 or email ash. westen@gmail.com. Simply the Best Thrift Store is open Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 662 Seymour St., home of the clothing and footwear bag sale! The Kamloops Parkinson Awareness Group meets the third Wednesday of each month from Sept. to June, at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour Street — 1 p.m. For more information contact Rendy at 250-374-0798. Army Navy & Airforce Veterans in Canada - Unit 290. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and the community. We are located at #9-177 Tranquille Rd. Contact information: 250-5542455. The Kamloops Chapter of the Kidney Foundation: A group of dedicated volunteers who try to make a difference in the lives of renal patients. Through our parent organization, the Kidney Foundation of Canada B.C. and Yukon Branch, programs and services designed to improve the lives of those living with kidney disease are made available as well as raising awareness about organ donation and supporting innovative research on kidney disease. Call Linda at 250-579-2274.

Taoist Tai Chi is a registered charity that holds classes at Ralph Bell School, 1764 Valleyview Dr. On Mondays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon. Also a class is held at the Heritage House in Riverside Park on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join anytime. Please contact Beatie at beatie@gcislands.net or 250-631-9160. You can also visit www.taoist.org/ kamloops. Excelsior Rebekah Lodge #23: March 7Hall Society Meeting, 7:30 p.m., March 8 -Regular meeting (nominate assembly delegate for district meeting and D.D.P, 7:30 p.m., March 21- P.N.G’s Club Meeting, 7:30 p.m., March 22- Regular Meeting, 7:30 p.m. and Schulyer Collax Night. Wells Gray Country Seniors Society meets first Wednesday of each month, except July and August, 10 a.m. at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre, Dutch Lake Community Centre; Third Sunday Social at 12:30 p.m. at Wells Gray Inn all year long; Writers’ Circle, 2 p.m. at the Clearwater Library on first and third Thursdays; Book Club also at the library at 2 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month. Contacts: Eileen at 250-674-2400 or Evelyn at 250-6743688.

Man on many missions Continued from page 1 The goal was to make a difference by providing desperately needed essentials. Over 30,000 pieces of clothing, dozens of bicycles, hundreds of tools, and thousands of supplies for the hospital were allocated and delivered to those most in need, and to provide desperately needed firefighting equipment, an ambulance and training to the Chinandega and El Viejo Fire Departments. As a result of this work, Philpot is an honorary Captain in the Chinandega, Nicaragua Fire Department. He has returned six times to Chinandega, Nicaragua with additional firefighting equipment and supplies including eight donated fire trucks, a high pressure air compressor to fill firefighting air cylinders, and more shipping containers filled with items

to be distributed throughout the local communities. Philpot’s volunteer experience is vast, including working with organizations such as Scouts Canada, the Valleyview Community Association, and with the Kamloops and District Seniors Outreach Society (SOS), which amalgamated with River City Seniors Society (RCSS) to create Oncore Seniors Society. Trying his hand at politics, Philpot has run for a seat on Kamloops City Council in the last two elections. In 2014 he placed ninth. Philpot is an avid photographer and a water enthusiast. He has paddled many of the rivers in the B.C. Interior. He has been married to his wife Shirley since 1978, who is also very busy volunteering in our community.

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BC Interior Council on Aging Society presents: A round table discussion on issues facing seniors in Kamlooops. The BC Interior Council on Aging is hosting a series of small meetings for Kamloops seniors to share their thoughts on issues facing older adults in the community. This will include open forums. The meetings will be approximately 1.5 hours. Refreshments will be served. Where: Desert Gardens. When: March 9 and 10 at 1 p.m. A Touch of Ireland at the Brock Centre Theatre, 9 B-1800 Tranquille Rd. An original one-act play with Irish songs, humour and lots of fun. March 11 at 7 p.m. ($12). March 12 at 2 p.m. (by donation). March 19 at 2 p.m. (by donation). Advance tickets available at the Centre for Seniors Information (CSI) 778-470-6000. Cards for a Cause fundraiser: Supporting Walk for Alzheimer’s, Make Memories Matter. On Saturday, March 5, make nine (all occasions) cards. It will take place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the NSCC, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Registration is $50 and the registration due date is Feb. 26. For more information and to register contact Janice at 250-554-1817, Diane at 250579-7669 or Karen at 250-554-1847. The Old Time Fiddlers will be hosting a dance on March 5 at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. (Riverside Park). Running from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., music will be provided by the OTF. Tickets are $6 for members and $7 for non members. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 250-376-2330. Saturday, April 16 is the Stamp Show Sale and Auction, sponsored by the Kamloops Stamp Club. This local club hold meetings monthly on the second Tuesday at 2 p.m., Mount Paul United Church on the north shore, 140 Laburnum. The Stamp Show event, April 16, will be held at Kamloops United Church, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This downtown location is at 4th and St. Paul Street. Five dealers come from the Lower Mainland; the same dealers that have supported the show in the past. Highlighting every show is the 2 p.m. auction. Items can include not only stamps, but albums, covers and

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(maybe) postcards. Come early to view the auction items and find great 5c stamps as well as see all the dealers. The Kamloops Stamp Show is free, free hourly door prizes and wheelchair access from the alley between the church and the YMCA. Easter Bread & Bake Sale at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m. to noon. The sale is sponsored by the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League. Everyone is welcome.

TRU nursing students present a free health fair for World Kidney Day on March 10, 9:30 a.m to 3 p.m. at North Hills Mall. The Thompson Valley Activity and Social Club presents “Let’s Dance,” March 19. Hosted at the Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St., the dance will run 8 p.m. to midnight. Music will be provided by Journeymen and tickets are $10. Please contact Zonia at 250-372-0091, Franscoise at 250-372-3782 or Norma at 250-2997221 for more information. The Dr. Robert and Elma Schemenauer Award for Writing Showing an Appreciation of Nature 2016 and a second award with a Kamloops theme. This award will be issued annually to a member in good standing of the Interior Authors Group (Kamloops). The award will consist of: a certificate and a press release issued to local media announcing the winner, a cash award of $200 and a cash award of $100 to the Interior Authors Group to support the growth and educational efforts of IAG. Please visit https:// interiorauthorsgroup.wordpress.com for mor einformation. World Day of Prayer 2016 written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of Cuba: Friday, March 4 at St.Paul’s Cathedral, 360 Nicola St. at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. at St. John Vianney, 2826 Bank St. All are welcome. On March 4, Christians in more than 17 countries and in 2,000 communities across Canada will gather to learn about, pray for, and celebrate Cuba in solidarity with the women of Cuba through the World Day of Prayer. Please join us.

The Faculty of Law announces the launch of the Legal Information Service. Open Fridays, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Faculty of Law reception: Old Main, fourth Floor (OM 4613). Students will provide information on a range of legal issues. Phone: 778-471-8448 for more information. New Life Community “Walk in” Emergency Medical Clinic — Only on Wednesdays.. Doors open at 8:45 a.m. Adults only and your B.C. Care card is required. Patients who are not covered by MHR (social assistance) will be charged a discounted fee for their dental treatment. This is not a free clinic. And, only one tooth will be treated during the appointment. First come, first served. The last patient will be seen at 3 p.m. Please call ahead for more information regarding the clnic at 778-471-5978. The BC Cowboy Heritage Society proudly presents The Kamloops Cowboy Festival (20th anniversary), March 17-20. We invite you to participate and we welcome your inquiries! Email: cowboys@bcchs.com KAC presents Art Exposed at the Old Kamloops Courthouse, March 11 to March 19, 2016. Now in its 6th year, the Kamloops Arts Council’s Art Exposed Open Exhibition is a communitycentred visual arts exhibit. Unique to Kamloops, Art Exposed is open; all residents of the TNRD are invited to submit artwork. Art Exposed gives the public a chance to view and purchase

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local various artwork. Admission is by donation. Bikinis for Breast Cancer at Sun Peaks Resort, March 26, 2016. As part of the Easter Extravaganza, this is a non-competitive, fun event to raise awareness for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Participants will ski, snowboard or telemark down an easy course in an “S” formation in their bikini tops and snow pants meeting at our Pink Party Pit at the base of the mountain, complete with a hot tub from Sun Peaks Aquatics. This event is open to women of all ages.

2016 Women’s World Championship, March 28 to April 04, 2016. The very best in women’s hockey are coming back to Kamloops for the 2016 IIHF Ice Hockey Women’s World Championship, and fans can make sure they’re a part of one of the biggest events on the international hockey calendar. Full-tournament (22-game) ticket packages are available for $374. Scrapbooking Sundays at the downtown Kamloops Library, March 20. Do you love scrapbooking but don’t have a place to work on your projects? Tables will be set up at the library from noon to 4 p.m. for scrapbookers to drop in, mingle, and work their magic. Please bring your own materials. Light refreshments will be provided throughout the day.

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Hearing aids are NOT DESIGNED to be purchased ‘off the rack’ Like car tires and running shoes... Hearing aids are complicated medical devices that require a focused and driven professional to customize them to an individual’s needs. At Kamloops Hearing Aid Centre, we are professionals skilled at fitting and programming hearing aids based on the results of your hearing tests. The most advanced fitting methods and equipment are used to make sure you hear with maximum clarity, even in the most difficult listening situations. We love helping people reconnect with those they love through better hearing. Remember, it’s your hearing there’s more than price to consider!

Tax Tip Hearing aid batteries, hearing aids and repairs are all considered a medical expense and you can claim them. Just contact us if you need a copy of your reciepts.

Did you know? After your hearing assessment we will tell you if your hearing test indicates that you should be applying for third party benefits, such as DVA, WCB, Non-Insured Health Benefits (First Nations) Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation. We can also investigate accessing your extended health benefits and direct bill your insurer if your plan allows this.

Beginning your journey toward better hearing with Kamloops Hearing Aid Centre means you will have a friend and guide to help you every step of the way. We’re here to do one thing - to help you and or your loved ones hear better and get more out of life. Everything we do is focused on that one goal, from the staff we hire, our knowledge and skills, our hearing tests, the brands we select and expertly fitting your hearing aid. It’s all to help you hear better.

We offer a wide range of solutions and it is important to remember that there is no such thing as “one size fits all.” Just as each person’s hearing loss is different, so are each individual’s listening needs and preferences. What works for your neighbor, friend or family member may not be appropriate for you.

Call us today and book your NO OBLIGATION HEARING EVALUATION with Jan or Blaine.

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414 Arrowstone Drive Kamloops, BC TOLL FREE 1.877.718.2211 Email us at: info@kamloopshearingaidcentre.ca or check us out online at: www.KamloopsHearingAidCentre.ca

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